1 hour ago Contracts signed on transformative social housing development in Ballinasloe

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Contracts have been signed on a transformative social housing development in Ballinasloe. The project will transform derelict terraced buildings at Dunlo Hill into 16 new homes. The project aims to kill two birds with one stone – provide much-needed social housing in Ballinasloe, while breathing life back […] The post Contracts signed on transformative social housing development in Ballinasloe appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 h. ago Local clubs meet with Sports Minister over lack of funding for facilities across city

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A range of local sports club have met with the Minister for Sport over an alleged lack of funding for facilities across the city. The meeting, organised by Galway based Fine Gael Senator Sean Kyne, was attended by a range of groups – including Connacht Rugby, Connacht […] The post Local clubs meet with Sports Minister over lack of funding for facilities across city appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 h. ago Gardaí investigate hit and run damage to vehicle travelling on the Curragh Line

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Gardaí are investigating hit and run damage to a vehicle travelling on the Curragh Line on the Headford Road At approximately 8 o’clock on Friday night an unknown vehicle carrying bales of hay overtook a white Hyundai on the approach to Cloonboo. The bales rubbed off the […] The post Gardaí investigate hit and run damage to vehicle travelling on the Curragh Line appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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6 h. ago Walking protests in four Connemara areas tomorrow over 'lethal' road conditions

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Walking protests are taking place in four Connemara communities tomorrow morning over ‘lethal’ traffic conditions on the R336. Residents say that if nothing is done by Galway County Council to improve safety on the road, they will ‘take further action which will escalate in scale and disruption’. […] The post Walking protests in four Connemara areas tomorrow over 'lethal' road conditions appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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8 h. ago Masked raider jumps counter at Boylesports Galway Shopping Centre

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM No arrests have yet been made in the investigation into a masked raider jumping the counter at Boylesports in the Galway Shopping Centre The incident occured at the Headford Road bookmaker’s just after 8 o’clock on Friday night The lone male was wearing a balaclava, jumped the […] The post Masked raider jumps counter at Boylesports Galway Shopping Centre appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 h. ago Former health centres in Aughrim and Ballygar to go on market in coming weeks

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Former health centres in Aughrim and Ballygar are to go on the market. At a meeting of the HSE Health Forum West this week, Councillor Alan Harney was advised they would be offered in the coming weeks. The Ballygar centre was badly damaged in a fire in […] The post Former health centres in Aughrim and Ballygar to go on market in coming weeks appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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10 h. ago MEP Maria Walsh warns West will suffer if US EU trade war escalates

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Government ministers will hear today how chemical and pharmaceutical exports from Ireland to the US could halve in the coming years. That’s in the event of US tariff’s being reciprocated by the EU. Donald Trump is hoping a 25-percent tariff on foreign goods arriving into America will […] The post MEP Maria Walsh warns West will suffer if US EU trade war escalates appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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14 h. ago Ladies step out in style at Standun’s spectacular Spring Fashion Event

Famed family fashion outlet Standún in Spiddal welcomed Lisa’s Lust List, for a celebration of style, shopping, and seasonal inspiration that attracted hundreds from across the country. The night featured an exclusive fashion show co-hosted by Lisa McGowan and well-known fashion expert Mandy Maher. Attendees got a first look at the latest trends, with a […] The post Ladies step out in style at Standun’s spectacular Spring Fashion Event appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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14 h. ago Historic Galway building set for a new lease of life as a family home

A 15th century Galway castle is set to be transformed into a habitable dwelling after planning permission was granted by Galway County Council. The owners successfully sought permission for change of use from castle structure to habitable dwelling – and the proposed internal works of the tower house including bedrooms, a new kitchen and bathroom […] The post Historic Galway building set for a new lease of life as a family home appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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14 h. ago Threshold and UG Students’ Union join forces to support student renters

National housing charity Threshold has partnered with University of Galway Students’ Union to raise awareness among students of their rights as renters. That’s ahead of the University of Galway Renters’ Rights Day which will take place next Monday from 11am to 3pm, with interactive activities and advisory clinics. That will give students the opportunity to […] The post Threshold and UG Students’ Union join forces to support student renters appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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20 h. ago List of Live Sport on TV this week – RTE, Virgin, TG4 and BBC

We have Sport on TV this week – GAA Rugby, Racing live on Irish TV Wednesday Sligo v Galway U20 YouTube TG4, 6:10 Waterford v Clare U20 – Youtube, 6:55 Cork v Tipperary U20 – YouTube, 6:55 Friday St Pats v Shels, Virgin 2, 8pm Saturday HSBC Rugby 7s, TNT Sports 3, 9am London v […] The post List of Live Sport on TV this week – RTE, Virgin, TG4 and BBC appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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21 h. ago Ruesha Littlejohn goal highlights League of Ireland’s potential and shortcomings

Ruesha Littlejohn goal highlights League of Ireland’s potential and shortcomings  The Irish Times

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23 h. ago ‘There’s surprise, anger, frustration’: Why chess is taking off in primary schools

While known for promoting problem-solving, most teachers say its impact on children’s social and emotional skills really stands out

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25 h. ago Extra sailings for Inishbofin in new contract for ferry service

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Extra Friday sailings for Inishbofin are included in the new contract for the ferry service which comes into effect tomorrow The Department has agreed a 5-year, 2.75 million euro contract for a passenger ferry and light cargo service for the Galway island The service must provide a […] The post Extra sailings for Inishbofin in new contract for ferry service appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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26 h. ago Orthopaedic theatres running well below capacity at Merlin Park due to staffing issues

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Orthopaedic theatres are running well below capacity at Merlin Park due to staffing issues. The matter was raised at this week’s meeting of the HSE Health Forum West. The orthopaedic theatres at Merlin Park are funded for 20 sessions per week. But, following a question from Councillor […] The post Orthopaedic theatres running well below capacity at Merlin Park due to staffing issues appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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26 h. ago Innovative ocean art exhibition attracts 150 people over the weekend

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM An innovative art exhibition exploring ocean literacy has attracted 150 people in Bushy Park over the weekend Six artists participated in a residency as part of an initiative funded by the Marine Institute and partnered with Galway Atlantaquaria The ‘Waves of Change’ exhibition premiered at Watershed Studios […] The post Innovative ocean art exhibition attracts 150 people over the weekend appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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29 h. ago University of Galway appoints Ireland’s first Professor of Rural and Remote Medicine

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM University of Galway has appointed Professor Robert Scully as Ireland’s first Established Professor of Rural and Remote Medicine. It aims to strengthen medical training and tackle critical doctor shortages across the West and North West of Ireland. Professor Scully brings extensive experience as an academic GP, medical […] The post University of Galway appoints Ireland’s first Professor of Rural and Remote Medicine appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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30 h. ago Local TD tells Dáil rural communities 'stuck in time' over lack of wastewater infrastructure

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway East TD Pete Roche has told the Dáil that many Galway rural communities are ‘stuck in time’ due to the lack of wastewater infrastructure. The Fine Gael Deputy says investment is needed as it is totally hampering growth and development in rural towns and villages. He […] The post Local TD tells Dáil rural communities 'stuck in time' over lack of wastewater infrastructure appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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30 h. ago Enterprise Minister says Datavant locating in Galway is another confidence display by a U.S company

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM One of the world’s leading health data companies – Datavant – has opened a global R&D hub in Galway city. Recruitment by the Arizona-based company is underway for the 125 jobs needed in Galway over the next two years Galway native Ciaran O’Toole has been announced as […] The post Enterprise Minister says Datavant locating in Galway is another confidence display by a U.S company appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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33 h. ago Hundreds of business leaders to attend Friday's University of Galway summit

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Hundreds of business leaders are expected to flock to University of Galway for this Friday’s Business Summit. It’s returning for a third year, and aims to showcase how business leaders navigate the future of business with a focus on leadership, cybersecurity and AI. The keynote address will […] The post Hundreds of business leaders to attend Friday's University of Galway summit appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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