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Pat McGrath

Western Correspondent

Galway council votes to seek €60m infrastructure loans

Councillors in Galway city have approved plans to seek €60 million in loans, to fund what are described as essential infrastructural improvements for the city.
Connacht • 14 Jul 25

Excavation begins at former Tuam mother-and-baby home

Excavation work has commenced at the site of the former mother-and-baby home in Tuam, Co Galway.
Connacht • 14 Jul 25

Arrest after man, 70s, dies following assault in Limerick

A man has been arrested following the death of a man aged in his 70s after an alleged assault in Limerick city.
Crime • 12 Jul 25

'High risk' pregnancy antenatal care to be moved from PUH

Expectant mothers with pregnancies deemed to be "high risk" are to have their antenatal care moved from Portiuncula University Hospital, to other locations.
Health • 09 Jul 25

Experts prepare to start formal excavation at Tuam site

A team of international experts is preparing to commence a formal excavation at the site of the former Mother and Baby Home in Tuam, Co Galway.
Connacht • 07 Jul 25

Galway celebrates 50th year of Druid Theatre Company

A special event has been held in Galway to mark the 50th anniversary of the first production by the Druid Theatre Company.
Connacht • 04 Jul 25

€34m to be invested in Galway healthcare technology hub

A multi-million euro investment has been announced as part of an effort to further develop the healthcare technology sector in Galway.
Connacht • 26 Jun 25

Research shows significant gender disparity in para sport

New research into disability sports has found there is a significant gender disparity when it comes to participation in such activities.
Ireland • 25 Jun 25

Public moving of Galway ringbouys putting 'lives at risk'

Water Safety Ireland has condemned the deliberate removal of lifebuoys near open water locations in Galway, saying the absence of the flotation aids could have fatal consequences.
Connacht • 18 Jun 25

Red squirrels more resilient than grey, research finds

New research suggests red squirrels may be more resilient than their grey counterparts, due to an ability to detect predators and adapt their behaviour accordingly.
Ireland • 18 Jun 25
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