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Pat McGrath

Western Correspondent

Galway East

Here's what you need to know about the four-seat constituency of Galway East.
Election 24 • 26 Nov 24

High Court overturns Shannon Estuary LNG terminal refusal

The High Court has overturned a decision by An Bord Pleanála, refusing permission for a proposed gas terminal in Co Kerry.
Courts • 30 Sep 24

Galway study links frequent fizzy drinks with stroke risk

Researchers in Galway have found frequent consumption of fizzy drinks or concentrated fruit juices can increase the risk of stroke.
Connacht • 30 Sep 24

The question persists - who 'clocked' Patrick Nugent?

In late March 1984, more than 600 people packed into a hall in Sixmilebridge, Co Clare. Footage from the RTÉ archives shows speaker after speaker addressing the gathering - all of them expressing solidarity and support for a local family, the Nugents, whose son had died in unexplained circumstances.
Analysis and Comment • 30 Sep 24

70th Galway International Oyster Festival to kick off

The 70th Galway International Oyster Festival will begin later this evening.
Connacht • 27 Sep 24

Arrest after extensive damage to cars, buildings in Mayo

A man has been arrested after extensive damage was caused to a number of buildings and cars in Westport, Co Mayo, overnight.
Connacht • 27 Sep 24

Work on Oranmore train station expansion set for 2025

Iarnród Éireann has said that work on a planned expansion at Oranmore train station in Co Galway, will not commence until next autumn.
Connacht • 26 Sep 24

New initiative to tackle sudden cardiac arrest launched

A new effort to tackle Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is being launched in Galway today.
Connacht • 25 Sep 24

Renewed appeal over Patrick Nugent's death in 1984

Gardaí investigating the death of a 23-year-old man in Co Clare 40 years ago have said they are hopeful the exhumation of his remains will shed new light on the circumstances surrounding his death.
Ireland • 27 Sep 24

Galway cllrs vote for 15% increase to local property tax

Galway County Councillors have voted to approve a 15% increase local property tax rates.
Connacht • 23 Sep 24
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