71 m. ago €1.3m in Government funding of social housing in Galway city and county

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM More than one point three million euro has been awarded to Galway city and county for social housing. The Department of Housing grants will address the housing needs of older people, people with a disability along with helping tackling overcrowding. The funding will allow local authorities to […] The post €1.3m in Government funding of social housing in Galway city and county appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

3 h. ago Taskforce hits streets of Athenry to tackle chewing gum stuck to the paths

The streets of Galway aren’t as sticky as they used to be — thanks to the Gum Litter Taskforce, whose work has seen a 70 per cent reduction in chewing gum stuck to the path. But the battle goes on — and last week the GLT took to the streets of Athenry as part of […] The post Taskforce hits streets of Athenry to tackle chewing gum stuck to the paths appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

11 h. ago Councillors express concern about lack of regulations around drone delivery in Dublin

Several councillors claim there is a need for the local authority to take some measures to address the issue while legislation at a national level to govern the use of commercial drone flights is under consideration

Events

17 h. ago Upper Dublin grad, Dresher native identified as missing boater found deceased on the Schuylkill River

Upper Dublin grad, Dresher native identified as missing boater found deceased on the Schuylkill River  Glenside Local

Events

22 h. ago Taoiseach among world leaders attending United Nations ocean summit in Nice

The high-level summit is aimed at tackling a deepening crisis in the oceans driven by overfishing, climate change and pollution.

Politics

45 h. ago An Bord Pleanala refuses plan to knock derelict Gort bungalow and replace with new homes

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Plans to knock down a derelict bungalow in Gort and replace it with six new homes have been given a final rejection. The home fronts onto Crowe Street near the roundabout, and there were several local objections to the plans. County planners rejected the project earlier this […] The post An Bord Pleanala refuses plan to knock derelict Gort bungalow and replace with new homes appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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51 h. ago New categories are announced at the launch of the Local Ireland Media Awards

Local Ireland, the association which represents local news publishers across Ireland – including the Connacht Tribune – has launched its tenth annual awards. Entries are being invited for a record 19 competitive categories, including new awards for Young Journalist of the Year and Political Coverage of the Year. This year’s awards will be the eighth […] The post New categories are announced at the launch of the Local Ireland Media Awards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

63 h. ago Exclusive: Cabinet to approve radical changes to rent laws aimed at driving apartment building

Exclusive: Cabinet to approve radical changes to rent laws aimed at driving apartment building  Business Post

Society

67 h. ago ‘Trump likes this German’: Merz Oval Office test gets approval back home

German chancellor Friedrich Merz was aiming to trigger a thaw, even if that meant smiling away Trump’s second World War jokes

Politics

67 h. ago Merz gives Trump a reminder of his family history as he passes Oval Office test

German chancellor Friedrich Merz was aiming to trigger a thaw, even if that meant smiling away Trump’s second World War jokes

Politics

2 d. ago Food drones buzzing like 'lawnmowers' over Dubliners' heads could be 'harmful', says Councillor

Food drones buzzing like 'lawnmowers' over Dubliners' heads could be 'harmful', says Councillor  Dublin Live

Society

3 d. ago Lack of childcare in Donegal now at ‘crisis point’ as council demands government action

A Donegal County Councillor says the lack of childcare in the county must be urgently highlighted to the government. Sinn… The post Lack of childcare in Donegal now at ‘crisis point’ as council demands government action appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Politics

3 d. ago Letters to the Editor: We have the power to fix Ireland's health crisis

Letters to the Editor: We have the power to fix Ireland's health crisis  Irish Examiner

Events

3 d. ago Young leaders explore community development through ‘Civic Labs’ workshop

Local students gained insights into leadership skills through an innovative EU-funded project at ATU Letterkenny last month. The CLYP (Civic… The post Young leaders explore community development through ‘Civic Labs’ workshop appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Politics

3 d. ago City Museum launches 'Galway in Objects' educational project for schools

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway City Museum has launched a new educational initiative, Galway in Objects, designed to engage local schoolchildren with the rich history and culture of Galway through interactive learning experiences. Galway in Objects aims to foster a deeper understanding of the city’s heritage by encouraging participants to observe, […] The post City Museum launches 'Galway in Objects' educational project for schools appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Culture

3 d. ago HAP caps should be revised regularly to reflect rental market, Ombudsman says

Investigation finds duplication of work done by local authorities on HAP applications, resulting in potential delays

Politics

3 d. ago Hungary's infamous ban on LGBTQ+ content deemed to be violation of EU law

Hungary has “negated” several of the EU’s fundamental values and “significantly deviated from the model of a constitutional democracy”.

Politics

3 d. ago Ireland releases safety guidance for offshore renewable energy installations

Ireland releases safety guidance for offshore renewable energy installations  Power Technology

Politics

3 d. ago Local Democracy Taskforce established aimed at giving councillors more power

Local Democracy Taskforce established aimed at giving councillors more power  Dublin Live

Politics

3 d. ago Public consultation now live on Western Distributor Road active travel scheme

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A public consultation is now live on the Western Distributor Road Active Travel Scheme – and the public are being encouraged to take an active role. It aims to transform 3km of the road, through dedicated cycle lanes, new pedestrian crossings, improved footpaths and redesigned bus stops. […] The post Public consultation now live on Western Distributor Road active travel scheme appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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