87 m. ago What is in Scotland's divisive assisted dying bill and is it likely to become law?

The Scottish parliament voted in favour of progressing the proposed legislation on Tuesday.

Events

6 h. ago What time and TV channel is Galway v Dublin on today in the Leinster Under 20 Hurling semi

What time and TV channel is Galway v Dublin on today in the Leinster Under 20 Hurling semi-final?  Irish Mirror

Politics

6 h. ago Works to start on Oranmore train station upgrades in October

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Works on significant upgrades to Oranmore train station are to get underway in October. The original Oranmore train station was opened in 1851, and after more than 100 years of service, it closed in 1963. The new station, 1.4km west of the original building, was opened in […] The post Works to start on Oranmore train station upgrades in October appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

9 h. ago I have to hand in my notice as my employer is being acquired by a firm with a very bad working culture

Work Q&A: We are being told there will be no redundancies, so would I be entitled to constructive dismissal?

Politics

9 h. ago I have to hand in my notice as my employer is being acquired by a firm with a bad work culture

Work Q&A: We are being told there will be no redundancies, so would I be entitled to constructive dismissal?

Politics

21 h. ago Notice for accessibility assistance at Galway train station goes from twelve hours to one

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Commuters requiring assistance to travel are now guaranteed help at 15 major stations, including Galway, if Irish Rail is informed one hour before departure. The change takes effect at 15 stations nationwide today, with the rest still needing to ask for a 12 hour call-ahead. Irish Rail […] The post Notice for accessibility assistance at Galway train station goes from twelve hours to one appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

21 h. ago Modular homes suggested as short term solution for tented communities in city

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Modular homes are being suggested as a possible short term solution to the growing problem of tented communities in Galway City. City East Councillor Shane Forde says they’ve grown particularly around Lough Atalia in the last few months, despite intervention by homeless services. He feels modular homes […] The post Modular homes suggested as short term solution for tented communities in city appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

26 h. ago Inclusive tours for Sign Language communities at OPW Galway locations

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Inclusive tours for Sign Language communities are to be provided at OPW Galway locations. Athenry Castle and Portumna Castle are among the locations nationwide which will provide this service to make heritage sites accessible to all. An experienced guide accompanied by an ISL interpreter will highlight the […] The post Inclusive tours for Sign Language communities at OPW Galway locations appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Society

26 h. ago Big Shell Survey to take place on city's Grattan beach tomorrow

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway Atlantaquaria is calling on seashell spotters to help understand the ocean’s health What they’re terming a Big Shell Survey is to take place on Grattan beach tomorrow In line with ‘Love Your Beach Week’ the Atlantaquaria is asking for the public’s help to find the under-recorded […] The post Big Shell Survey to take place on city's Grattan beach tomorrow appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

29 h. ago Nachos, tacos, and quesadillas: Taco Bell is coming to Ireland

Service station company Applegreen has struck a deal with the US fast food chain.

Politics

30 h. ago French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault of two women on a 2021 film set

The actor, 76, was convicted of having groped a 54-year-old set dresser and a 34-year-old assistant during the filming of Les Volets Verts.

Events

30 h. ago Call for Transport Minister to address capacity issues on Galway trains

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local TD has called on the Minister for Transport to address capacity issues affecting train services in and out of Galway City. There are only two carriages on the first morning train arriving into Galway at 8.10, which has raised serious safety concerns due to overcrowding. […] The post Call for Transport Minister to address capacity issues on Galway trains appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

30 h. ago French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault on a 2021 film set

The actor, 76, was convicted of having groped a 54-year-old set dresser and a 34-year-old assistant.

Events

31 h. ago Man arrested over alleged arson attacks after fires at homes owned by UK Prime Minister

A 21-year-old man was arrested in the early hours this morning on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.

Events

31 h. ago European and Connacht Sheep Shearing Finals launched in Mountbellew

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The 2025 European and Connacht Sheep Shearing Finals will be held at the Mountbellew Co-Op grounds over the June Bank Holiday Weekend, and the event was launched on Friday night last at an enjoyable gathering in the Malthouse, Mountbellew. Parish Priest Fr. Karl Burns spoke of the […] The post European and Connacht Sheep Shearing Finals launched in Mountbellew appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Sport

31 h. ago Mountbellew Daily Millions Player wins top prize of €500,000 in yesterday's draw

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A lotto player from Galway has won the Daily Millions plus top prize of half a million euro in yesterday’s 2pm draw. The winning ticket was nought on the day of the draw from Mountbellew Post Office. The winning numbers the draw were: 8, 16, 28, 29, […] The post Mountbellew Daily Millions Player wins top prize of €500,000 in yesterday's draw appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Economics

31 h. ago Galway based online learning platform Alison graduates it’s one millionth learner in the United States

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A Galway based online learning platform for workplace skills has announced the graduation of its one millionth learner in the United States. The Galway-based Alison was founded in 2007 and has grown into a global education pioneer offering over 5,500 free online courses across a range of […] The post Galway based online learning platform Alison graduates it’s one millionth learner in the United States appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

31 h. ago Two Connemara projects are to benefit from Government funding announced yesterday

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Two Connemara projects are set to benefit from grant aid announced by the Minister for the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary. One relates to the promotion of currach racing and the other concerns childcare facilities. Minister Calleary announced a package of grants for various initiatives in Gaeltacht areas throughout […] The post Two Connemara projects are to benefit from Government funding announced yesterday appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

31 h. ago Evidence new marine body scrutinising seawood harvesting in Connemara

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The harvesting of seaweed, and other activities in the seashore, now comes under the jurisdiction of the Marine Area Regulatory Authority. And there’s evidence in Connemara that the new marine body has taken an interest in who is, and who is not, entitled to take in seaweed […] The post Evidence new marine body scrutinising seawood harvesting in Connemara appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

33 h. ago ‘I no longer trust anyone speaking about humanity’: Palestinian exile learns of another neighbour’s death hours after arriving in Ireland

‘I no longer trust anyone speaking about humanity’: Palestinian exile learns of another neighbour’s death hours after arriving in Ireland  The Irish Times

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