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Storm Bram due to make landfall later this week 20th October 2025 Met Eireann have issued a weather update for the upcoming “storm Bram” This weeks weather is expected to be wet and windy Low pressure conditions for this week are expected to worsen, with storm Bram expected to make landfall on Thursday,
Catherine Connolly in heated Heather Humphries row over previous bank barrister role 20th October 2025 Heather Humphries has asked Catherine Connolly to clarify all questions about her role working for UK banks as a barrister – previously, before the presidential election.
Ground breaking bowel cancer research by the university of Galway 20th October 2025 BOWEL CANCER BREAKTHROUGH FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF GALWAY RESEARCHERS Researchers at the University of Galway uncovered how structural cells push down killer immune cells and how to switch them back on.
Local Galway author has debut novel purchased by UK publisher 16th October 2025 “CATFISH” BOOK PURCHASED BY UK PUBLISHER A local writer from Galway, 26 year old Ciara Broderick, has had her debut novel purchased by a UK publisher, 4th estate books in a 9 way auction
New social homes for Galway 16th October 2025 New homes planned for Dyke Road
Aran Islands RNLI go to aid of two people in need of medical attention 26th October 2020 The volunteer crew of Aran Islands RNLI were asked to launch their all-weather lifeboat David Kirkaldy at 11.31am Monday 19 October by the Irish Coast Guard.
BusConnects Galway: Cross-City Link – Public Feedback Invited 24th October 2020 Galway City Council, in partnership with the National Transport Authority (NTA), welcomes public feedback on the BusConnects Galway: Cross-City Link (University Road to Dublin Road) proposals, as part of non-statutory consultation
Tourism Ireland welcomes news that Galway is the friendliest city in Europe 23rd October 2020 Tourism Ireland welcomes news that Galway and Dublin are voted friendliest cities in Europe – by readers of Condé Nast Traveller magazine
Status Yellow - Rainfall warning for Galway and Mayo 23rd October 2020 Met Éireann Weather Warning Status Yellow - Rainfall warning for Galway and Mayo
Ireland WNT star Fahey links up with Jigsaw 22nd October 2020 Niamh Fahey knows all about overcoming obstacles in her career and that is why she is delighted to speak to young people about the support needed to overcome the challenges we face in our lives
Affordable housing on State land to be put on a statutory basis – O’Brien 22nd October 2020 Affordable housing on State land to be put on a statutory basis – O’Brien
Ministers receive report on Marine Protected Area expansion 22nd October 2020 “A call for collective action” – Ministers O’Brien and Noonan receive expert report on Marine Protected Area expansion
Aran Islands RNLI responds to a fishing vessel in difficulty with two onboard 22nd October 2020 The volunteer crew members of the Aran Islands RNLI were asked to launch their all-weather Severn class lifeboat by the Irish Coast Guard
Parents put their best foot forward as they Park and Stride to School 21st October 2020 Over 420 parents and guardians have signed up for the Galway City Council ‘Park and Stride’ scheme, launched by His Worship, the Mayor of Galway City, Cllr. Mike Cubbard, as part of European Mobility Week 2020
Galway Christmas Market Cancelled 21st October 2020 Galway City Council has taken the difficult decision in the interest of public safety to cancel activities and events in Eyre Square in the coming months including the Christmas Markets and comedy festival
EU Focus Day 2020 - The Prevention of Domestic Burglary 21st October 2020 An Garda Síochána, as a member of the European Crime Prevention Network (EUCPN) and 26 European countries aim to step up the fight against domestic burglary by informing citizens on how they can better protect their homes against this crime
SEAI welcomes historic commitment to sustainable energy action in Budget 2021 21st October 2020 SEAI has welcomed the Government’s historic investment in sustainable energy action, as set out in Budget 2021. This is a significant milestone for both Irish society and the economy as we take fossil fuels out of Ireland’s energy mix.
Major Garda Operation for New Public Health Measures 21st October 2020 An Garda Síochána will from Thursday morning (October 22, 2020) introduce a range of measures including a large of number of static and rolling checkpoints, high visibility community engagement patrols, maximisation of operational ability.
Students Union Calls for Rent Refunds 21st October 2020 NUI Galway Students Union has today called on Galway landlords and student accommodation providers to provide refunds to students who no longer need to be in Galway due to the switch to online learning.
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