Pat McGrath

Western Correspondent

Women with 'high risk' pregnancies will have their care moved from Portiuncula University Hospital

'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

The scene of the excavation site at Tuam (Image: RollingNews.ie)

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

From humble beginnings in 1975, the Druid Theatre Company has grown to be one of the country's foremost arts organisations

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

€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

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

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

Red squirrels may be more resilient than grey squirrels due to adaptability in their behaviour

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

Temporary flood protection measures pictured close to the Spanish Arch in Galway city last year

Construction of Galway flood defences to begin in 2030

Work on permanent measures to guard against flooding in Co Galway will not begin until at least 2030.

Connacht • 17 Jun

The initial works on the dig will take four weeks before a full-scale excavation gets under way

Work to seal off part of former Tuam mother-and-baby home

Preliminary works to enable the excavation of the former mother-and-baby home in Tuam, Co Galway, are under way.

Connacht • 16 Jun

'Dare to Hope' is taking place in Knock, Co Mayo

Hundreds gather for 'Dare to Hope' in Knock

Hundreds of young adults from around the country are gathering in Knock, Co Mayo, for a day of events to mark the Catholic Church's Jubilee Year of Hope.

Connacht • 14 Jun