Pat McGrath

Western Correspondent

Independent TDs from the west of Ireland are involved at both 'super junior' and Minister of State level

The art of the deal as Independents in govt grow

Whatever the ultimate make up of the next Cabinet, there's no doubting the desire of voters to have their voices heard in the corridors of power. In that respect, the role of Independent deputies is noteworthy.

Analysis and Comment • 20 Jan

Aerogen specialises in the development and production of aerosol drug delivery

Galway medical tech company Aerogen to create 725 jobs

A Galway-based medical technology company is to increase its workforce by over 700 people as part of a multi-million euro expansion programme.

Connacht • 15 Jan

The Pálás cinema has been operated by Element Pictures since it opened in 2018

Future use of Galway's Pálás cinema to be reviewed

Galway City Council is to commission an independent commercial appraisal of the operation of the Pálás cinema, which is due to close next month.

Regional • 13 Jan

Galway City Council said motorists will have to use the alternatives to cash or card payments for parking after next Monday

Onus on motorists to pay parking charges - Galway council

Galway City Council has said there is an onus on motorists to pay parking charges, even though 90 parking meters around the city can no longer accept cash or card payments.

Connacht • 13 Jan

The HSE has taken over the operation of Fearna Manor near Castlerea (Stock image)

HSE takes over Roscommon nursing home after many breaches

The Health Service Executive has taken over the running of a nursing home in Co Roscommon, after concerns were raised about the manner in which the facility was being operated.

Connacht • 09 Jan

There were changes this week to the manner in which parking can be paid for in designated areas

Galway parking charge paused due to meter issue

There have been calls for a temporary pause on parking charges in Galway city due to complications with how fees can be collected at on-street meters.

Connacht • 08 Jan

The serious assault happened at a residence in Ballinasloe at around 7pm on Monday

Woman in critical condition after assault in Co Galway

A woman remains in a critical condition in hospital as gardaí in Co Galway continue to question a man in connection with an alleged assault in Ballinasloe earlier this week.

Connacht • 11 Dec 24

The report, covering 2020 to 2022, examines cancer incidence and survival rates

Variation in cancer survival rates around country - study

New data on the prevalence and treatment of common cancers shows a variation in survival rates around the country.

Health • 10 Dec 24

Councillors queried the manner in which Galway city's 2025 budget would be allocated

Decision to raise Galway commercial rates deferred again

Galway City Council has again deferred a decision on whether to raise commercial rates by 15%, as part of an effort to generate another €6.4million in revenue next year.

Regional • 09 Dec 24

Syrians pictured celebrating the collapse of the Assad regime in Ballaghaderreen

Syrians in Ireland celebrate collapse of Assad regime

Syrians who sought refuge in Ireland in recent years have welcomed the collapse of the Assad regime.

Ireland • 08 Dec 24