92 m. ago Gort students express frustration over unsafe cycling conditions

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Students from Gort Community School are expressing their frustration over unsafe cycling conditions The students are leading a campaign for a cycle lane on the R458, continuing the Labane cycle lane all the way to Lough Cutra National School Despite reductions in speed limits the blind bends […] The post Gort students express frustration over unsafe cycling conditions appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 h. ago The five British Classics to watch in the 2025 flat racing season

The British Flat racing calendar presents a sophisticated progression of elite competition, beginning with spring trials and culminating in autumn championships. The five Classics stand as definitive tests, each demanding specific attributes across varying distances that separate genuine contenders from pretenders. While Flat racing lacks the fences and hurdles of National Hunt events, it compensates […] The post The five British Classics to watch in the 2025 flat racing season appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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6 h. ago Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns

A Galway councillor has warned intransigent opposition to windfarms given the need for wind energy in the county – but at the same time, Cllr Gerry Finnerty cautioned against the proliferation of windfarms in areas where residents have concerns. The Gort councillor was specifically referring the Derrybrien Wind Farm, which is located near the town […] The post Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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6 h. ago Richard Satchwell trial: ‘Narrative’ on wife’s disappearance changed after human remains found at home, jury told

Leicester native denies murder of wife Tina in March 2017 at Grattan Street, Youghal

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12 h. ago ‘It left me traumatised’: The barriers to accessing transgender healthcare in Ireland

The HSE has admitted that transgender healthcare is ‘limited’ and is ‘not meeting people’s full range of needs’.

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15 h. ago Carndonagh’s Caitríona McLaughlin to direct Paul Mescal and Nicola Coughlan in major London productions

Award-winning Inishowen director Caitríona McLaughlin has landed two major productions as part of her National Theatre debut. McLaughlin, who is… The post Carndonagh’s Caitríona McLaughlin to direct Paul Mescal and Nicola Coughlan in major London productions appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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16 h. ago Paul Mescal to star in A Whistle in the Dark in Dublin’s Abbey Theatre and London’s National Theatre

Paul Mescal to star in A Whistle in the Dark in Dublin’s Abbey Theatre and London’s National Theatre  The Irish Independent

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18 h. ago Reporter/Times Herald Lacrosse Roundup (April 28): Upper Dublin girls edge Pennridge for 12th straight win

Reporter/Times Herald Lacrosse Roundup (April 28): Upper Dublin girls edge Pennridge for 12th straight win  thereporteronline

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19 h. ago Champ Kiely wins Grade 1 Dooley Insurance Champion Novice Chase

Champ Kiely (22/1) completed a Willie Mullins Grade 1 double when winning the Dooley Insurance Champion Novice Chase over three miles this afternoon at Punchestown. Having won the previous Grade 1 at 18/1 with Irancy, Champ Kiely was returned at a bigger price of 22/1. With both Lecky Watson and Impaire Et Passe,both also from […] The post Champ Kiely wins Grade 1 Dooley Insurance Champion Novice Chase appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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19 h. ago Council to seek TII funding to begin design of Galway City Ring Road ahead of approval

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway County Council is to seek funding from TII to get started on a design for the Galway City Ring Road ahead of its approval. An Bord Pleanála is expected to make a decision on the project by the end of this year, according to Director of […] The post Council to seek TII funding to begin design of Galway City Ring Road ahead of approval appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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19 h. ago A win ‘for democrats all around the world’. Canada’s Mark Carney prepares to take on Trump

Election hands victory to centrist leader who has vowed to defy the US president

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21 h. ago Gardaí investigate serious criminal damage to houses in Loughrea and Ballinasloe

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Gardaí are investigating serious criminal damage to houses and vehicles in Loughrea and Ballinasloe. Early Sunday at approximately 3am the front window and door of a house in Gort Bride in Loughrea were smashed. There was also significant damage caused to three vehicles parked in the vicinity. […] The post Gardaí investigate serious criminal damage to houses in Loughrea and Ballinasloe appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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21 h. ago Priscilla Presley announces headliner at Dublin's National Concert Hall in October

Priscilla Presley announces headliner at Dublin's National Concert Hall in October  Hotpress

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21 h. ago National Learning Network showcasing training options at Letterkenny Open Day this Wednesday

Sponsored Post National Learning Network in Letterkenny will host an Open Day on Wednesday, 30th April, for individuals considering their… The post National Learning Network showcasing training options at Letterkenny Open Day this Wednesday appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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22 h. ago Location chosen as design team to begin works on Merlin Park elective hospital

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A location has been chosen for the new elective hospital at Merlin Park. Galway West Fianna Fáil TD John Connolly has confirmed the Cystic Fibrosis zone at the existing hospital will host the new build. The design team has been put in place, and site investigation works […] The post Location chosen as design team to begin works on Merlin Park elective hospital appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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23 h. ago 'A spring in our step’: Bonar reflects on Scotland’s fighting finish

'A spring in our step’: Bonar reflects on Scotland’s fighting finish  Six Nations Rugby

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28 h. ago 'Our old relationship with the US is over': Mark Carney’s Liberal Party wins Canadian election

Trump’s trade war and annexation threats outraged Canadians and made dealing with the United States a top campaign issue.

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29 h. ago Mark Carney’s Liberal Party wins Canadian election in a vote defined by Donald Trump

Trump’s trade war and annexation threats outraged Canadians and made dealing with the United States a top campaign issue.

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30 h. ago Mark Carney’s Liberal Party wins Canadian election upended by Donald Trump

The American president attacked Canada’s economy and threatened its sovereignty, suggesting it should become the 51st state.

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30 h. ago Galway reps join Taoiseach at Dublin Castle for Comhairle na nÓg National Showcase

Representatives from Galway city and county joined over 400 of their peers – all aged between twelve and seventeen – to offer Taoiseach Michaél Martin and other decision makers an insight into the view of the next generation. They were in Dublin Castle for the Comhairle na nÓg National Showcase 2025, which as also attended […] The post Galway reps join Taoiseach at Dublin Castle for Comhairle na nÓg National Showcase appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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