94 m. 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.

Politics

2 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.

Events

2 h. ago Man (50s) dies following single vehicle collision in Co Mayo last night

The fatal occurred on the R323, Knock Road, at Bracklaghboy, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo.

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4 h. ago West Bank boy, 17, becomes first Palestinian teenager to die in Israeli prison

Three prisoners held alongside the boy have claimed he was suffering from dysentery, which is widespread amongst the young Palestinian inmates.

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6 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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6 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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6 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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12 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.

Politics

15 h. ago Former partner of Dublin gun murderer convicted of impeding investigation

Rachel Redmond collected Wayne Cooney and checked him into a hotel after he murdered Jordan Davis in 2019

Events

15 h. ago Two women who died following collision in Co Cork yesterday named locally

One of the women was travelling with her children, who were taken to hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.

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17 h. ago Two women killed in Cork crash named as weekend roads death toll rises to five

Mary Coughlan (64) and Susan O’Sullivan (41) died in north Cork, while pedestrian (30s) dies in hospital after Co Kilkenny incident

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17 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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18 h. ago Army is called in to help in search for missing Kerry farmer Michael Gaine

Gardaí get military assistance as concerns grow that 56-year-old may have been victim of foul play

Events

18 h. ago Woman goes on trial accused of sexually abusing younger cousin during sleepovers

Accused (20) allegedly watched pornography on a tablet before asking relative to carry out sexual acts

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18 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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18 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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19 h. ago Brother of murder victim Valerie French gets court order to administer her estate

David French applies for order as James Kilroy appeals conviction for wife’s murder

Events

20 h. ago Woman (30s) dies in hospital from injuries in fifth road fatality of weekend

Gardaí appeal for witnesses following death of pedestrian in Co Kilkenny

Events

20 h. ago Pedestrian (30s) dies from injuries after being struck by a car in Co Kilkenny

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the collision, involving a car and a pedestrian, which occurred shortly before 9pm.

Events

21 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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