Pat McGrath

Western Correspondent

Sandra's disappearance 'closest thing to hell' - brother

The brother of Mayo woman Sandra Collins, who went missing 25 years ago today, has said his sister's disappearance was the "closest thing to hell" for their family.

Connacht • 04 Dec 25

Children reviewing census records and sharing their research in class

'Heritage is everywhere' - Pupils connect with locality

The Heritage Council is marking the 25th anniversary of an education programme, aimed at connecting schoolchildren with the history of their local areas.

Ireland • 03 Dec 25

A sign reads garda checkpoint on a road while a garda check point is in the background

Appeal for public to drive safely over festive period

Gardaí have launched their Christmas safe driving appeal.

Ireland • 01 Dec 25

Third person refuses doctorate from University of Galway

A third person has turned down an honorary doctorate that was due to be conferred by the University of Galway, at a ceremony tomorrow.

Connacht • 26 Nov 25

Sentencing adjourned for former TD guilty of drug driving

A sentencing hearing for a former TD, who has admitted to driving under the influence of cocaine, has been adjourned until next month. Colm Keaveney pleaded guilty to a charge of drug driving and to two other charges of driving without insurance at Tuam District Court in September.

Courts • 25 Nov 25

Trial begins of man accused of murdering friend in Kerry

A 67-year-old Tipperary man has gone on trial, charged with the murder of a friend of his in Co Kerry last year.

Courts • 24 Nov 25

'We did it' - homecoming for man who swam around Ireland

A homecoming event has been held in Galway to celebrate the achievements of a man who has has completed a swim around the country's coastline.

Connacht • 22 Nov 25

Protest urges University of Galway to cut all Israel ties

A coalition of staff, students and graduates at the University of Galway plans to stage a further on campus protest, calling on authorities there to end all links with Israeli companies and educational institutions.

Connacht • 21 Nov 25