3 h. ago How an anonymous phone call helped convict Molly and Tom Martens of Jason Corbett’s killing

Newly released documentation sheds light on detectives’ efforts to prosecute Molly and Tom Martens over Corbett’s violent death at his home in North Carolina

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4 h. ago Galway’s annual summer musical packing in the crowds at the Town Hall

Audiences are packing out the stunning production of the musical Peter Pan which is running all this week at Galway’s Town Hall Theatre – with tickets selling fast for the rest of the run. It’s following firmly in the footsteps of the great summer musical shows over the past few years like Beauty and the […] The post Galway’s annual summer musical packing in the crowds at the Town Hall appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 h. ago Ballinrobe Musical Society to stage musical drama based on the life of Michael Collins

A trio of Galwegians will lay the foundations for an acclaimed Mayo Musical Society to tell the story of one of history’s most famous Corkmen, when it comes to the stage next year. Because Ballinrobe Musical Society had announced that it will stage a musical drama based on the life of one of Ireland’s best-known […] The post Ballinrobe Musical Society to stage musical drama based on the life of Michael Collins appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 h. ago Man of many parts opens first exhibition – inspired by the water and the West

Michael Hegarty is nothing if not a man of diverse and disparate passions; the former banker-turned-psychotherapist loves writing, fishing, walking, choral singing, sport and – as his upcoming exhibition beautifully demonstrates – painting. And he does all this while living with his diagnosis of terminal cancer. Not just that, he has gone through the trauma […] The post Man of many parts opens first exhibition – inspired by the water and the West appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 h. ago Cliff Taylor: Donald Trump’s era of Dick Turpin economics is a menace to our State

Believing that an EU-US trade deal brings certainty for Ireland suggests closer reading required

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4 h. ago Journalists protest over press death toll in Gaza amid accusations of Israeli ‘media blackout’ strategy

At least 190 media workers killed amid calls for investigation into actions of Israeli government

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16 h. ago WestBIC and three other BICS engage with a thousand new clients between 2022 and 2024

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Galway based Business Innovation Centre and three other centres engaged with more than a thousand new clients between 2022 and 2024. That’s according to the first ever Impact Report involving the four centres. WestBIC covers Galway, Donegal, Leitrim, Longford, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo and Westmeath. Irish BICs […] The post WestBIC and three other BICS engage with a thousand new clients between 2022 and 2024 appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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16 h. ago Calls for responsible parking near Connemara beaches ahead of hot weekend

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Connemara North councillor Gerry King is calling for the public to park responsibly near beaches and waterways in Connemara this weekend. With the warm weather, large crowds are expected to descend on rural beaches – many of which can’t cope with the parking demands. That’s according to […] The post Calls for responsible parking near Connemara beaches ahead of hot weekend appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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16 h. ago Lobby group feels no confidence vote in Health Minister may be warranted over Portiuncula maternity services

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local group feels a vote of no-confidence in the Health Minister could be called for over the situation with maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital. A rally taking place tomorrow follows a recent meeting held by The Portiuncula Maternity Alliance which saw around 300 attendees. The group […] The post Lobby group feels no confidence vote in Health Minister may be warranted over Portiuncula maternity services appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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17 h. ago Planning refused for Airbnb operator with 10 apartments close to Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle Suites advertises apartments on AirBnB and can earn up to €350 per night, per apartment on busy weekends

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18 h. ago Sinn Féin TD says party has not discussed supporting Catherine Connolly's presidential bid

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Sinn Fein has not yet discussed supporting Galway West TD Catherine Connolly for the Presidency, according to one of its TDs. The Independent Candidate has the support of opposition parties including the Social Democrats, People Before Profit and Labour. Sinn Fein TD Darren O’Rourke says branch meetings […] The post Sinn Féin TD says party has not discussed supporting Catherine Connolly's presidential bid appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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18 h. ago IPAS Centre in Doughiska found to be fully compliant with standards

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A facility accommodating asylum seekers in Galway city has been found to be compliant in all standards, following a HIQA inspection. The announced inspection at Cúirt Uisce Accommodation Centre on Doughiska Road took place in August shortly after it opened. It was housing 52 residents, many of […] The post IPAS Centre in Doughiska found to be fully compliant with standards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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19 h. ago Wine manager who ‘never heard from Mr Shanahan again’ after Dublin restaurant closed abruptly secures €4,700 WRC award

Wine manager who ‘never heard from Mr Shanahan again’ after Dublin restaurant closed abruptly secures €4,700 WRC award  The Irish Times

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19 h. ago Wine manager who ‘never heard from Mr Shanahan again’ after Dublin restaurant closed abruptly secures WRC award

Former wine manager at Shanahan’s on the Green took claim for unpaid wages and notice payments following closure of restaurant last October

Society

21 h. ago Sinn Féin TD says party not considering supporting Catherine Connolly's presidential bid

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Sinn Fein will not endorse Galway West TD Catherine Connolly for the Presidency, according to one of its TDs. The Independent Candidate has the support of opposition parties including the Social Democrats, People Before Profit and Labour. Sinn Fein TD Darren O’Rourke says branch meetings have taken […] The post Sinn Féin TD says party not considering supporting Catherine Connolly's presidential bid appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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22 h. ago ‘Instead of hope, Palestinians were back in prison’: How Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza 20 years ago went sour

In August 2005 Israeli settlers were told to leave by their government, a move opposed by Binyamin Netanyahu

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23 h. ago Grattan Beach free workshop to explore ocean literacy and biodiversity

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A free educational workshop is set to take place on Grattan Beach in Salthill tomorrow to increase ocean literacy and biodiversity awareness. Co-designed by the Atlantic Technological University and Galway Atlantaquaria, the ‘MicroWorlds’ workshop offers the opportunity to discover tiny ecosystems and understand the impact of microplastics. […] The post Grattan Beach free workshop to explore ocean literacy and biodiversity appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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25 h. ago City Councillor welcomes road works after Uisce Eireann 'botch job'

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway City Councillor Shane Forde is welcoming road works in the city today after what he previosly referred to as a ‘botch job’ by Uisce Eireann. Road re-surfacing works are taking place along the Old Dublin Road – between Merlin Park and the ATU Galway roundabout – […] The post City Councillor welcomes road works after Uisce Eireann 'botch job' appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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26 h. ago Substantial funding for four Galway outdoor recreation projects

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Four Galway outdoor recreation projects will get their share of €145,000 in funding. It’s part of an €8.7 million investment through the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. The Shannapheasteen Way is being boosted by €50,000, while the Hymany Trail has been granted €40,000 for upkeep and trail repairs. […] The post Substantial funding for four Galway outdoor recreation projects appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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27 h. ago Delays expected as works take place on Old Dublin Road in city today

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Motorists are being advised to expect delays along the Old Dublin Road in the city today. It’s as road surfacing works are taking place until 2 this afternoon. Temporary Traffic Management arrangements will be in place throughout the day. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes where […] The post Delays expected as works take place on Old Dublin Road in city today appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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