1 hour ago France break Ireland hearts with comeback to reach World Cup semi

Scott Bemand’s team were looking for just a second ever semi-finals appearance and looked to be in command after Linda Djougang and Stacey Flood went over in the first half

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2 h. ago France scrapes past Ireland to reach Women's Rugby World Cup semifinals

France scrapes past Ireland to reach Women's Rugby World Cup semifinals  CT Insider

Sport

3 h. ago As it happened: Heartbreak for Ireland as France rally to reach Women's Rugby World Cup semis

As it happened: Heartbreak for Ireland as France rally to reach Women's Rugby World Cup semis  Irish Examiner

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12 h. ago Teresa Buczkowska: Russia’s drones may not reach Ireland, but its lies are already spreading here

Teresa Buczkowska: Russia’s drones may not reach Ireland, but its lies are already spreading here  The Irish Independent

Events

3 d. ago Mini roundabout among options considered for West Bridge Traffic lights in Loughrea

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A mini roundabout is one of the options being considered to potentially replace the traffic lights at the West Bridge in Loughrea. Concern has been raised over traffic flow, with the lights sequence being blamed for traffic delays coming into the town. Galway County Council along with […] The post Mini roundabout among options considered for West Bridge Traffic lights in Loughrea appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago Ireland’s ageing population ‘standstill costs’ reach extra €3bn a year

Department of Finance’s chief economist highlights pressure on spending from demographics

Economics

4 d. ago Initiative to drive a fair and just energy transition in the West

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM An initiative is being launched in the city in the next hour – aimed to driving a fair and just energy transition in the West of Ireland. It’s called Energy West – and it aims to bring people and communities together to ensure a transition to clean […] The post Initiative to drive a fair and just energy transition in the West appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 d. ago Ireland's population reach 7.59 million by 2065, Department of Finance report suggests

Ireland’s non-migrant labour force is projected to decline from 2035 onwards, the report says.

Economics

4 d. ago Plea to Junior Education Minister for extra classrooms for St.Oliver's Special School in Tuam

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Ability West has made a plea to Junior Education Minister Michael Moynihan for some extra land for St. Oliver’s Special School in Tuam as it’s at capacity The Department of Education school caters for pupils aged 4 to 18 with learning disability or Autism or Emotional and […] The post Plea to Junior Education Minister for extra classrooms for St.Oliver's Special School in Tuam appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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8 d. ago Galway Chamber President stresses that Regional air connectivity is vital to West’s competitiveness

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM President of Galway Chamber of Commerce Cait Noone has told an audience of business leaders, stakeholders, and community representatives that Regional air connectivity is vital to the West’s competitiveness and has urged the Government to ensure that Shannon Airport is included in the next Regional Airports Programme. […] The post Galway Chamber President stresses that Regional air connectivity is vital to West’s competitiveness appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

8 d. ago Catherine Connolly to address city memorial for residents of Galway Magdalene Laundry

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway West TD and presidential candidate Catherine Connolly will address this weekend’s memorial in Bohermore for residents of the Galway Magdalene Laundry. The ‘Flowers for the Women of the Galway Magdalene Laundry’ public event takes place this Sunday, assembling at Bohermore Cemetery gates at 2pm. The group […] The post Catherine Connolly to address city memorial for residents of Galway Magdalene Laundry appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 d. ago Rally to take place in Galway city tomorrow to demand Government action to end crisis in Gaza.

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Groups from across the West will come together in Galway city’s Fr Burke Park 1.45 tomorrow afternoon for The West’s Awake Rally for Palestine. They will join other protests nationwide to demand that the Irish Government acts to bring an end to the crisis in Palestine. They […] The post Rally to take place in Galway city tomorrow to demand Government action to end crisis in Gaza. appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

1 week ago Italy, Spain, Ireland, Portugal, and More Countries Are Now Within Your Reach With Aurora Expeditions’ Small

Italy, Spain, Ireland, Portugal, and More Countries Are Now Within Your Reach With Aurora Expeditions’ Small-Ship Voyages Offering Unforgettable Travel Experiences  Travel And Tour World

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1 week ago 13 Fianna Fáil TDs including Galway's John Connolly and Albert Dolan accuse Education Minister of being hands off in schools strike

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A group of 13 Fianna Fáil TDs which includes Galway West’s John Connolly and Galway East’s Albert Dolan is accusing the Education Minister of being hands off when it comes to strike action by secretaries and caretakers. It’s entered a fifth day of action as secretaries and […] The post 13 Fianna Fáil TDs including Galway's John Connolly and Albert Dolan accuse Education Minister of being hands off in schools strike appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Liberty IT extends reach in Ireland’s west with new Galway office

Liberty IT extends reach in Ireland’s west with new Galway office  Silicon Republic

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1 week ago Junior Minister says development of Galway Port hugely important for West

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Junior Enterprise Minister Alan Dillon says the development of the Galway Port is strategically important for the West of Ireland. He was speaking at Ibec’s new office opening in the city, with a visit to Galway Port and a meeting with Galway Chamber also on the agenda […] The post Junior Minister says development of Galway Port hugely important for West appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Ibec CEO says new city office displays confidence in businesses in West

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Ibec CEO says the opening of its new Galway city office displays a great confidence in the business community in the West. Irish Business and Employers’ Confederation is Ireland’s largest lobby and business representative group. Tuam native Danny McCoy officially opened the new office at Hibernian […] The post Ibec CEO says new city office displays confidence in businesses in West appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Economics

1 week ago ‘Ireland Unrushed’ campaign set to globally reach 70 million travelers

‘Ireland Unrushed’ campaign set to globally reach 70 million travelers  TravelMole

Politics

1 week ago Secretaries and caretakers strike outside Hildegarde Naughton's city office

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Secretaries and caretakers from across Galway have been picketing in the city over pension parity. A group – donned with posters and umbrellas – have gathered outside Galway West TD Hildegarde Naughton’s constituency office in Woodquay this lunchtime. It’s the latest action in the nationwide strike, which […] The post Secretaries and caretakers strike outside Hildegarde Naughton's city office appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

1 week ago Junior Enterprise Minister to visit Galway Port and meet Chamber tomorrow

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Junior Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Alan Dillon is in Galway city tomorrow (2/9) He’ll be attending the IBEC West annual meeting of Oireachtas Members. Minister Dillon will also visit Galway Port for a briefing on its planned redevelopment and the LDA’s planned housing development. While […] The post Junior Enterprise Minister to visit Galway Port and meet Chamber tomorrow appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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