11 h. ago Minister for Older People to be keynote speaker as Galway hosts National Age Friendly awards

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The National Age Friendly Awards are being held in Galway city this evening where Minister of State for Older People Kieran O Donnell will be the keynote speaker. The event in the Galmont Hotel at 6.30pm is being hosted by Galway City and County Councils on behalf […] The post Minister for Older People to be keynote speaker as Galway hosts National Age Friendly awards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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17 h. ago President Higgins and Sabina host final afternoon tea at the Aras before returning home to Galway city

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM President Michael D. Higgins and his wife Sabina have hosted their final afternoon tea at Áras an Uachtaráin before they return home to Galway city At yesterday’s event, they welcomed approximately 100 members of the public, groups and organisations from around the country They included a group […] The post President Higgins and Sabina host final afternoon tea at the Aras before returning home to Galway city appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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34 h. ago Minister officially opening two new residential centres for disabled people in Galway city

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Minister Norma Foley is today officially opening two new residential centres for disabled people in Galway city The Minister for Children, Disability and Equality is opening Corrib Lodge at Liosbán which is Resilience Healthcare’s newest children’s residential service in Galway. It’s a high support, residential service for […] The post Minister officially opening two new residential centres for disabled people in Galway city appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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34 h. ago Justice Minister says more people will be prosecuted after disorder at Citywest as six arrested

A garda van was set alight and demonstrators launched bricks, glass bottles and fireworks at gardaí.

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4 d. ago 'All trans people want is respect': Minister emphasises importance of supporting trans youth

Mary Butler TD said that as the proud mother of a trans man she has seen the abuse trans people are subjected to.

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1 week ago Grá Chocolates shines as Galway takes home 18 awards from Blas na hÉireann

A host of Galway’s finest producers and eateries underlined the city and county’s reputation for top quality food – taking home a magnificent 18 awards from this year’s finals of Blas na hÉireann, The Irish Food Awards, in Dingle. Among them was Grá Chocolates which was awarded Best in County, sponsored by Galway Local Enterprise […] The post Grá Chocolates shines as Galway takes home 18 awards from Blas na hÉireann appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Augustinian hosts evening with Galway Simon Community Music Project

The Galway Simon Music Project will host its first concert, “An Evening with Galway Simon Community Music Project”, on Friday at 7.30pm at St. Augustine Church, Galway. The evening will also showcase fantastic performances by Bel Canto, the renowned vocal ensemble known for their exquisite harmonies and captivating performances; Cór na dTreabh, an inclusive community […] The post Augustinian hosts evening with Galway Simon Community Music Project appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Galway's Portershed hosts tech entrepreneurs and investors in San Francisco

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM City-based tech hub Portershed is today hosting 200 tech entrepreneurs and investors at Ireland House in San Francisco. This landmark event is part of San Francisco tech week – and is the first time an accelerator and hub from Ireland has hosted an event of this scale. […] The post Galway's Portershed hosts tech entrepreneurs and investors in San Francisco appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Budget 2026 a missed opportunity to address defective concrete crisis – Deputy Ward

Deputy Charles Ward has told Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe, that he has ‘failed the people of Donegal completely, with… The post Budget 2026 a missed opportunity to address defective concrete crisis – Deputy Ward appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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2 w. ago National: Sadness at passing of Irish radio and tv presenter Manchán Magan, 55

Popular Irish language and culture writer and broadcaster Manchán Magan has died at the age of 55. Born in Donnybrook… The post National: Sadness at passing of Irish radio and tv presenter Manchán Magan, 55 appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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3 w. ago Galway City Hosts World Oyster Opening Championships This afternoon

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Representatives from 15 countries are in Galway this afternoon for the 2025 World Oyster Opening Championships. The championships are part of the 71st Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival, which runs throughout the weekend at venues throughout the city and will begin with the Parade of Flags […] The post Galway City Hosts World Oyster Opening Championships This afternoon appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Warm Home Hub hosting free public event in University of Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Warm Home Hub is running a free public event tomorrow at the University of Galway’s Bailey Allen Hall A Community Climate Assembly will run from 10.30 tomorrow morning till 2.30pm It will showcase community success stories and amplify community voices on climate action. Speakers will address […] The post Warm Home Hub hosting free public event in University of Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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