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On today’s show:
9am-10am
We reminisce on the past in Menlo with some of the local characters
A local woman overcomes enormous grief and gives back to the community
We hear from a family who are involved in a local monthly meet and museum
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Local award-winning photographer Neil Warner joins us
We hear from local community groups and charities in the locality
We get live music from Gerry Hanley
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We look at GAA in Menlo
An Ghaeilge i Mionlach
We finish the day with three local legends living in the area
https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bzmjrr/galway_talks_8th_september_2023_11am9mxh5.mp3‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
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Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect’ John Morley talks […]
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On today’s show: 9am-10am Rate increase coming down the line for Galway businesses Early Childcare Sector to begin withdrawing services across Galway at the end of the month New measures urged to fight invasive species Call for blood donors in Galway as fine weather and back to school hits banks 10am-11am Huge sadness after […]
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
School transport woes largely to blame on parents choosing past their second-choice school according to Galway Deputy
IFA Presidential candidate led a delegation in protest yesterday over the delay in payments to farmers
Galway woman tells her remarkable story from cancer diagnosis to business venture
Athenry Road closure possible resolutions explored locally
10am-11am
Irish Heart Attack Audit 2021 and the Irish Heart Attack Audit 2021 Summary Report launched
Motoring Slot
Speed limits set to be reduced under Govt plans
Galway Samaritans appeal for volunteers at open meeting next week
11am-12pm
Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & Associates Woodquay
Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the world of creativity and imagination as the 27th annual Baboró festival approaches!
Colohan Co-headlines a show in Galway City on Sunday
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On Monday night’s Over the Line sports show, Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh were joined by Rugby commentator William Davies and former Galway hurling captain David Collins to chat about the main topics of the day, from the Rugby World Cup, to the local Hurling Championships, to Shane Lowry’s Ryder Cup selection. Listen back below:
Former Galway hurling captain Liam Hodgins from Tynagh Abbey Duniry joined Gerry and George on Monday night for a chat about his career in hurling and the current state of the game…
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Outcry as school transport chaos endures in Headford
Barriers to a good death at home identified in new report – Irish Hospice Foundation
State support needed to prevent people with disabilities slipping into poverty
26,114 of households across Galway City and County have two or more unoccupied bedrooms
10am-11am
Over 25% of primary school aged children and 40% in secondary school face cyberbullying – CyberSafeKids
Connacht consumers confident that dairy farmers can tackle climate challenges
Music for Galway 42nd International Concert Season ‘23/24! programme launches
11am-12pm
Burren Conference Focuses On Conserving And Restoring Ireland’s Historic Buildings
Evergreen Slot
Ciara Lawless releases new single “I am Your Healer”
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Gerry Murphy looks back at the weekend’s hurling championship games as well as soccer, rugby and racing.
On today’s show: 9am-10am Anti-Social behaviour and three incidents over the weekend in Galway City Explaining Opioids – Addiction Recovery Month, September Student rents surge across Ireland but safety not price should be key factor in accommodation decision-making 10am-11am CCPC survey of 757 people has revealed some concerning gaps in retirement planning Historic day for […]
On today’s show:
9am-10am
VAT and Excise increase: John Morley gets the views of people in Ahascragh
Change in electoral Boundaries and Excise Duty increase impact on farmers
Galway contractor who lost leg in a farm accident to undertake charity cycle next weekend
10am-11am
Families across all nine community healthcare organisation areas have experienced delays and shortcomings in the CAMHS system
City Tribune Headlines
SVP record a 20% decrease in calls for help with back-to-school costs
National Cinema Day Announced For Saturday 2nd September
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect’ John Morley talks […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Reduced 9% VAT rate to expire at midnight and Motorists facing hike in petrol and diesel prices ATU registrar offers advice to prospective incoming students following publication of CAO offers Galway student conducts research on the effects of hospital visiting restrictions on family members of older adults during the pandemic 10am-11am […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Boundary report sees Galway East gain a TD and Mayo become whole again €17m fund for community-based tourism projects Survey shows dairy is great value in kid’s lunch boxes Newcastle residents on epic Bin walk from Cavan to Cork are currently in Portumna 10am-11am A Surge of Interest from Ireland’s […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Kevin Dwyer, Mike Rafferty and George McDonagh. Among the topics discussed this week are: The QFinancial.ie Senior Football Team of the week; Squad numbers not matching the programmes in the intermediate football round-up; Galway United move closer to the First Division title; All this and more. […]
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Galway United assistant manager Ollie Horgan. Ollie is a very popular figure in Irish soccer circles. Following nine years with Finn Harps, Ollie joined Galway United this season as assistant to John Caulfield and has made a huge contribution to a very successful season so far. […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am PBP clarify remarks on Bish school planning situation Three quarters of Ireland’s workforce has experienced discrimination Call for overhaul of school transport scheme Works have started to widen junction at Roscam 10am-11am EPA deletes ‘eat less meat’ tweet following IFA objection Cyclists urge caution as children return to school Air […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am New study discovers a hidden culprit driving air pollution and climate change – domestic firelighters Criticism of decision to deny planning permission for ‘Bish’ school in Dangan Western Alzheimers- Walk 4 Dementia Lough Rea, Salthill again ‘clean’ in IBAL coastal litter survey Galway mother hits out at Susi process as daughter […]
Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy presents the weekend round-up of all the local sporting action. St. James’, Caherlistrane, Coroin, Maigh Cuilinn, Salthill/Knocknacarra and Annaghdown claim victories in the senior football championship; Glenamaddy, Caltra, Oranmore/Maree, Oileáin Árann, Monivea/Abbey, Kilconly, Michael Breathnach and St. Brendan’s prevail in intermediate; Galway United men beat Cobh Ramblers 4-1 in the […]
Alan O’Reilly joined Kayte O’Malley from On The Move to give a quick update of the weather following Electric Picnic. Thanks to Lindsey Holmes PR.
Today’s show is from the Arches Hotel in Claregalway as part of our Community Matters series, in association with Claregalway Tidy Towns and Tom Doyle Motors. On today’s show: 9am-10am Seamus O’Connell (Retired Farmer, Graveyard Caretaker and Claregalway Historical & Cultural Society) Philip Cribben (Retired CEO, Co. Galway VEC, Founding member Compántas Drama Group, Director/Actor […]
In light of her new tune “Daylight” being selected as our #PlayIrish Track of the Week, Roisin El Cherif tells Kayte about the track, as well as her time singing in Irish pubs in NYC, and her meeting with legendary producer Ken Caillat. For more podcasts, click here.
Kayte sits down to chat with Dublin singer-songwriter Liliana about her new track Bad Dates, her first Electric Picnic, and the highs and lows of working in retail. For more podcasts, click here.
Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect’ John Morley talks […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Fibre Broadband 500Mbps connection through Vodafone Roll out of Fiber optic Broadband needs to be accelerated to meet demand. Farmers and hauliers request driving exemption during harvest Renowned Tom Crean play coming to Ballymaloe Grainstore 10am-11am Francis Stockwell Memorial Walk Connacht Tribune Headlines Dip, Donate, Nominate fundraiser launched by Portumna Camogie and […]
Ronan caught up with a few familiar faces on the countdown to one of the biggest weekends Tuam was about to experience. An evening of chat, laughter and song. Photo credit: Florian Stravock
On today’s show: 9am-10am Local businesswoman tells horrifying ordeal of aggravated hijacking her boyfriend was subjected to TDs hit out at NCT operator’s ‘damaging’ decision to go cashless Urgent support needed for childcare sector 10am-11am School Transport Motoring Slot with Gerry Murphy Appreciation night for Valerie Hughes takes in association with Galway Bay FM 11am-12pm […]
Galway United will host Dundalk next month in the FAI Cup quarter-finals. John Caulfield’s side qualified last night (Monday, 21st August 2023) with a sensational 5-1 win away to UCD – David Hurley scored twice with Wilson Aouachria, Ronan Manning and Rob Manley also on target. Keeper Brendan Clarke made his 500th professional appearance. Galway […]
Maintain your health journey throughout the year with the Good Health Naturally on Galway Talks with Evergreen Healthfoods. Helen from Evergreen Healthfoods answers some queries from listeners on Good Health Naturally Tuesday on Galway Talks Listen Back here to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan. #goodhealthnaturally #galwaytalks #evergreenhealthfooods #HelenatEvergreen […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Survey reveals nearly 40% of respondents who are blind or vision impaired have been injured by footpath obstacles EPA launch of Clean Air Together Galway People of the Year Awards 2023 10am-11am ‘Extortionate’ €35m State-run nursing home to cost four times more than a private care home EVERGREEN SLOT with HELEN […]
Connacht suffered their first defeat of this women’s rugby interprovincial campaign on Saturday (19th August) after going down to a very strong Munster outfit. Despite a 19th-minute Clara Barrett Connacht try, the home side ran in eight tries at Cork’s Musgrave Park. Galway Bay FM’s William Davies reports. Afterwards, William spoke to Connacht head coach […]
NBA Basketball champion Pat Connaughton was in Galway today (Monday, 21st August 2023) working with Ireland’s academy squads. It’s the first of three sessions as he also attends Limerick and Dublin this week. Connaughton’s grandparents hailed from Loughrea before moving to the United States. The Milwaukee Bucks shooting guard won an NBA title in 2021. […]
Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy presents the round-up of the weekend’s action. On this week’s show: A busy and exciting week in the Brooks senior hurling championships; Equally fierce battles in the Brooks senior B hurling championship, and WINAHOMEGALWAY intermediate championship; The Windows & Rooflights Ltd senior camogie championship gets underway; Galway United score two […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Army personnel to march over 200km from Dublin to Galway for Irish charities Army offers weapons training to Ukraine September Festivals – Ireland’s Oldest Arts Festival Clifden Arts 10am-11am Nearly 27,000 left emergency department early in the last four years Number of Adverse Incidents Recorded in Hospitals in West of Ireland […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Rental scams: Warning for students ahead of new term City Tribune Headlines More than two-thirds of people in late 20s still living with Parents Irish 8th most improved in increasing renewables 10am-11am Pub Prices and VAT going up The US and us: 5 reasons we should embrace multinationals to diversify the […]
Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect’ John Morley talks […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Bus Eireann Roster Issues/Lack of Cover Calls for Government to offer ‘fertility leave’ for employees undergoing IVF London-based author with Galway connections publishes: Wild Atlantic Women 10am-11am Local outcry as 46 People in Tuam issued with a boil water notice Urgent need for policy reform on garda uniform amid recruitment crisis Connacht […]
Galway golf club’s Liam Nolan will be among Ireland’s leading amateur golfers when the Irish Men’s Amateur Close Championship tees off at Belfast’s Malone course on Friday (18th August). The University of Galway student has already won the South American amateur, and Brabazon Trophy this year along with representing his country at the European Championships. […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Teachers allowed to work extra hours to plug staff gaps An Bord Pleanála still falling behind in dealing with appeals and is failing the public as a result Bearna native in AIG Irish Men’s Amateur Close action Friday 10am-11am Galway Bay fm presenter out of pocket following elaborate ticket scam Programme […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Diarmuid Blake, Mike Rafferty and John Mulligan. This week: They discuss the QFinancial.ie Senior Football Team of the Week; A round-up of Round 2 of the senior football championship; The intermediate football championship gets underway; Dublin win the All-Ireland senior ladies football final; Galway’s equestrian stars; […]
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Galway GAA chairperson Paul Bellew. We reviewed the year so far for Galway teams and look ahead at the club scene as the new season takes off. Paul was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and John Mulligan ‘Over the Line’ broadcasts every Monday evening […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Over 100,000 children and young people on hospital waiting lists Loughrea-based Afghan man to cycle from Eyre Square to the Spire to mark two-year anniversary of Taliban takeover Survey of older people finds 94% want an Irish Commissioner for Ageing and Older People Ireland’s Male Advice Line 10am-11am Childcare Federation holds […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Mark and Fiona Heneghan on Scoliosis treatment delays raised with Taoiseach during Galway and Mayo visit. Galway Deputy Mairead Farrell on Zero refurbishment grants issued in Galway since the scheme opened. AND Marie Mannion on Heritage week underway across Galway. 10am-11am Edward Conway speaks about Educate to Elevate – New Dream […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Introduction to Castlegar Ballybrit with two local legends We hear some of the current affair’s issues in the area We reminisce on times gone by at the local shop 10am-11am Local poet Rita Ann Higgins joins us City Tribune Headlines We hear from a community group going from strength to strength […]
Dunmore MacHales and Oughterard go head-to-head this Saturday (12th August) in the 2023 Junior B Football Championship Final. Dunmore were crowned North Champions on July 29th, beating Kilconly 2-13 to 1-12 AET, while Oughterard clinched the West title the following day with a 2-6 to 0-10 success against Claregalway. Leading up to the game, Dunmore […]
Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect’ John Morley talks […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Investigations ongoing following fire at a vacant residence in Loughrea in the early hours of yesterday morning Breast cancer survivors share a passion for rowing Galway Energy Summit and Ashrae Ireland event gets underway tomorrow Taoiseach comes to Headford this evening 10am-11am In Galway City, rents have risen by 12.2% […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Locals rail against protest at Portumna library over LGBT+ books Lambs Week 2023 sailing event gets underway in Galway tomorrow Ireland tops EU table for swift transition to remote work Minister Harris announces new farming apprenticeships are open for applications 10am-11am Student housing to be used for refugees if empty for […]
This week’s special guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, David Collins, Jonathan Higgins and George McDonagh. Among the topics discussed this week are: The opening round of the senior and intermediate hurling championships; Galway United picking up four points against Finn Harps and Treaty United; Ireland start their preparations for the Rugby World Cup; […]
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was former Galway and current Dublin senior hurling manager Micheál Donoghue. The Clarinbridge club man was the last man to lead Galway to an All-Ireland title in 2017. He is currently charged with rebuilding the Dublin squad having taken over the job last year. Micheál captained Clarinbridge […]
Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy presents the weekend’s round-up of all the local sporting action. Galway minor ladies footballers are All-Ireland champions after beating Kildare; The favourites lay down a marker in senior hurling championship but Killimordaly pull off suprise win over Tommy Larkins; Galway United held to 2-2 draw by Finn Harps in SSE […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Fully paid domestic violence leave to start in autumn Explanation required from Accenture on why they are aggressively and disproportionately targeting its Irish operation for redundancies South Connemara promised better bus services Galway Pride Week events underway 10am-11am Outrage locally in Rahoon as Multi Use Games Area not yet been made […]
Programme Director of Galway Bay FM, Jon Richards recently caught up with Tom O’Carroll, the Managing Director of Zimmer Biomet, where he discussed the impressive contributions of Zimmer Biomet to the community.
On today’s show: 9am-10am Health services are reminding the public to stay safe this bank holiday weekend and know where to get help if you need it Wet and windy start for Bank Holiday weekend as rain and wind warnings issued Greens call for removal of home addresses on ballot papers after councillor targeted Labour […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am It is Ladies Day at the Galway Races Barnados calls for free schoolbook scheme to be extended to second level Budget 2023 must secure increased funding for Galway County Council Galway firms to see solar energy payback ‘two years ahead of schedule’ 10am-11am Hardware Association outline pre budget proposals to Government […]
After the sudden passing of All-Ireland winning Galway and Sarsfields hurler Jimmy Cooney on Monday evening, Galway Talks paid tribute to one of the legends of the county’s McCarthy Cup triumph in 1980. Captain and manager that year Joe Connolly and Cyril Farrell, were joined by neighbour and Sarsfields hurler Tommy Fox, and Galway Bay […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Kevin Dwyer and Adrian O’Neill. Among the topics discussed were: The QFinancial.ie Football Team of the Year; Henry Shefflin and Padraic Joyce set to remain as Galway senior hurling and football managers respectively; Rossa Ryan’s continued success and the Galway Races are underway; All this and […]
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Joanne Murphy from Tri Talking Sport. Joanne is a keen triathlete and member of Galway Triathlon Club. She was captain of the Galway Baybes female cycling team who hold the Irish Record for the 2,250k Race Around Ireland. Joanne also runs a very successful sports podcast […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Challenges with motorhome parking in Galway highlighted Listener raises concerns over dangerous road verges on the N65 near Killimor Budget 2024 needs to set wheels in motion to realise the vision of the Government’s Child Poverty and Wellbeing Unit City Vintners Chair gives an update on Race Week business […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Taoiseach rules out early general election Call for additional €191m urgent support through Fair Deal for Nursing Home Care Budget in 2024 The Minister of State for the Gaeltacht announces funding, to undertake a feasibility study for a new Irish Language Cultural Centre in Galway City 10am-11am University of Galway among […]
Gerry Murphy looks back at the weekend’s sporting action with all the reports from the weekend’s County Senior Football Championship games, Galway United’s win on Friday Night, defeat for Galway in the All-Ireland U16 Camogie Final and a look ahead to the Galway Races and the opening weekend of the County Senior and Intermediate Hurling […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am HIQA reviews interventions to improve the symptoms of Long COVID Only 6 short-term letting properties have been granted for Galway City Father donates gift of life to daughter Patsy Conway (Corofin) RIP 10am-11am Galway Races 2023 Sinn Féin publishes submission to Consultative Forum on International Security Sorcas le Croí – Ireland’s […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Introduction to Athenry with some of the stalwarts of the town We hear from some community organisations in the town We get the history of the town from Medieval times to present day 10am-11am Local man Fergus Farrell recalls his remarkable journey with Damien Browne and recovery from injury City Tribune […]
Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect’ John Morley talks […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am ADHD Ireland responds to Mental Health Commission’s Independent Review of CAMHS Almost three in five older people living on the State pension cannot afford to participate in life as much as they would like Fíbín sa Taibhdhearc presents ‘Grindr, Saghdar agus Cher’ ‘Turn The World’ is the official feature track to […]
Country Life 25/7/2023 In this episode of Country Life, Keith Fahy spoke with Dr. Bernard W. Carlson, University of Galway on their Ag Innovation Programme Kevin McDermott, Manager at Sheep Ireland discussing Sheep Improvement Scheme Paula Kearney, Galway City Council discussing her role as a Biodiversity Officer Join Keith, Tuesdays from 7-8pm.
Maintain your health journey this year with the Good Health Naturally on Galway Talks with Evergreen Healthfoods. Helen from Evergreen Healthfoods answers some queries from listeners on Good Health Naturally Tuesday on Galway Talks Listen Back here to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan. #goodhealthnaturally #galwaytalks #evergreenhealthfooods #HelenatEvergreen For […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Credit unions plan to undercut banks with low-cost national mortgage brand Value of life in Ireland questioned as father of three refused life-saving medical treatment by the HSE Charity event next week to raise much needed funds for the National Breast Cancer Institute 10am-11am Government approves masterplan for the National Centre […]
This week features Cad déarfa le Gaillimh, is funded by the Coimisiún na Meán Sound & Vision Fund. Tune in this evening from 6pm. This week features Cad déarfa le Gaillimh, is funded by the Coimisiún na Meán Sound & Vision Fund. Tune in this evening from 6pm. This week features Cad déarfa le Gaillimh, […]
Today’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Tommy Devane, Mike Rafferty and George McDonagh. Among the topics discussed are: Galway’s exit from the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland senior camogie championship; A look ahead to the start of the Bon Secours Hospital senior football championship; Double success for Galway United including historic All-Island Cup victory; All […]
Brothers Martin and Diarmuid Mulkerrins from Moycullen handball club were this week’s special guests on ‘Over The Line.’ Both are elite handball players and just nine days earlier, competed in the All-Ireland 60*30 senior doubles final for the first time. They were talking to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh. ‘Over The Line’ […]
Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy presents the weekend’s highlights show. This week: Galway’s senior camogie team crash out of the All-Ireland championship with a semi-final defeat to Cork; Galway United are Women’s All-Island Cup champions thanks to a 1-0 win over Cliftonville; Galway United’s men advance to the last-16 of the FAI Cup with result […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Rail review proposes new train routes and a move towards a rail spine along the Atlantic Hairdressers and hospitality sector push for retention of 9% VAT rate The Council of The Bar of Ireland recommends withdrawal of services to members in pursuit of a mechanism to determine the fees payable to […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Monitoring inspections in public acute hospitals publication statement GIAF Volunteer Team Symposium brings together key stakeholders in Irish sport to seek to increase disability participation in grassroots sports clubs GIAF Silent Disco Walking Tours 10am-11am Diageo to increase the price of a pint by 4 cent in second price rise this […]
Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect’ John Morley talks […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Minister Rabbitte welcomes addition of fixed track hoists to Housing Adaptation Grants Irish Guide Dogs Time to turn up the heat and give firefighters what they deserve Details of an internship that would be of interest to parents 10am-11am Ticket scam story Daniel Coyle memorial 5 aside tournament City Tribune Headlines […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Extortion in Headford Breda Fox – Lifelong supporter of Galway International Arts Festival Buy Saw Doctors socks and help Galway Rape Crisis Centre Mercedes Fleming – Venue Manager Festival Gallery) 10am-11am Songs from an Open Road Transformation of the Kingfisher for the Pulse Pálás Events 11am-12pm Ours to Protect – Andrew […]
Galway United chase a first-ever national adult title on Sunday (23rd July) when they clash with Cliftonville in the Avenir women’s All-Island Cup Final. The Tribeswomen overcame Wexford Youths on penalties in the semi-final, while Cliftonville beat Cork City. The Belfast outfit feature seven Northern Ireland internationals. But United contain young players who were regular […]
Galway’s senior camogie side will reach a fourth All-Ireland final in five seasons on Saturday (22nd July) in the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland semi-final against Cork. It’s the sides’ fourth meeting this year, with the Tribeswomen prevailing in the previous three, including the Very Division 1A League Final in Croke Park. The maroon and white also […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Appointment of Director of Authorised Intervention, Tuam Pieta’s Helpline received over 99,000 calls and texts last year – Pieta Annual Report 2022 10am-11am Galway woman comes out publicly and tells her story after being diagnosed HIV positive in 2020 Great people of Galway take centre stage at the docks Up The […]
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Connacht Tribune Sports Editor John McIntyre. With Galway knocked out of the senior football and hurling championships we chat about what’s next and look forward to the Galway races and the forthcoming club championships. John was chatting with Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh. […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Warning to Parents in relation to Shoplifting by Youths. We discuss the shortage of accommodation for Ukrainian refugees with a host family Arrears and disconnection figures spike as households in Galway struggle with energy costs 10am-11am Proposed Closure of the Seven Springs Day Centre raised in the Dáil at a meeting […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Update on meeting with Minister regarding Esker And we are LIVE at the Festival Garden for the Galway International Arts Festival with Artistic Director Paul Fahy and Festival Box Office Manager Isabel Hanrahan 10am-11am ‘Happy Ever After’ Creche with cares for 120 children and employs 24 staff is expected to close […]
The 2023 Galway Clinic Streets of Galway 8k could possibly be the biggest in the 37 year history of the iconic event. At the close of business on Saturday evening, over 2,200 had already registered to take part in the race on August 12th, and with just under a month to go, there is a […]
Millions of people around the world will be glued to their televisions from Thursday Morning as the FIFA Women’s World Cup gets underway in Australia and New Zealand. For the Republic of Ireland, this is their first tournament following qualification last year when they beat Scotland in a playoff. It has been a tournament with […]
The story of Kinvara Hockey Club is an interesting one. Formed in 1980 following the success of Seamount College, the club now has over 140 adult players and a thriving underage structure. However, they don’t have a ground or facility to call their own, depending on other clubs to train and play games. This they […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am We talk to the legends of Shantalla who have recently turned into viral sensations We reminisce on some of the changes in the area with two community men A local man who overcame an almighty battle with Covid joins us 10am-11am We hear from three stalwarts of the area about their […]
Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect’ John Morley talks […]
Fia Moon’s new single “Back To Me” details the journey of losing yourself to a relationship, before coming out the other end and finding yourself in a more confident, self-assured place. Kayte catches up with Fia to talk all things “Back to Me,” her time on the festival circuit, and her experiences with supergroup Irish […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Former RTE Midlands correspondent supports calls for reform at the broadcaster Hopes locally that the Headford Community Transport Study findings will improve traffic problems in the town Galway Bay Swim Expected To Draw A Huge Crowd 10am-11am Galway mother talks of her incredible road back to recovery following a life-changing heart […]
Moycullen brothers Martin and Diarmuid Mulkerrins aim to bridge a 97-year-gap when meet Meath’s Brian Carroll and Gary McConnell in the All-Ireland 60*30 senior doubles handball final this weekend. Athenry’s Joe Whyte and Christy Barrett were Galway’s last winners back in 1926. Leading up to the match, Martin and Diarmuid sat down for a chat […]
A week later than originally anticipated, Galway United’s Avenir Women’s All-Island Cup Final against Cliftonville has been confirmed for Sligo’s Showgrounds on Sunday, 23rd July. Due to the Belfast side having seven players on international duty with Northern Ireland’s seniors, and two domestic cup finals on the horizon, there were concerns that this clash mightn’t […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Ukrainian refugees threatened with eviction from facility in Esker Over €4bn in capital funding required to meet Government commitments on public hospital capacity 10am-11am Galway sponsor Supermac’s calls for Tribe games to be free-to-air, not behind paywall on GAAGO Need for a bilingual sign in Claregalway highlighted by local Gaeilgeoir […]
The first of two big games between these provincial rivals, Galway meet Mayo this Wednesday (12th July) in the Connacht Minor Ladies Football Final. The Tribeswomen were victors in the 2022 decider as goals from Niamh Divilly and Marta Banek secured a 2-7 to 0-7 win, before they went down in the All-Ireland Final to […]
Galway’s under-16 camogie players take on Tipperary this Saturday (15th July) in the All-Ireland semi-final. The maroon and white have won this competition 15 times (most recently in 2018) and another success would see them go joint top of the Roll of Honour. After an opening day draw with Wexford, wins over the Premier County […]
A major appeal has gone out for support for Galway’s senior ladies footballers as they host Mayo in the All-Ireland senior quarter-final on Saturday (15th July). The atmosphere was significant in their group game victory over Cork last month, and speaking to John Mulligan, Galway players Aoife Molloy and captain Sarah Ni Loingsigh are hoping […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Niall Canavan, Mike Rafferty and George McDonagh. Among the topics discussed were: Galway’s disappointing exit to Limerick in the All-Ireland senior hurling semi-final at Croke Park; Galway United reach the women’s All-Island Cup Final, while the men maintain their 13-point gap in the SSE Airtricity League […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Calves thrown, kicked and slapped in RTÉ documentary showing ‘underside’ of livestock trade Doras Responds to Government’s new International protection reform measures 10am-11am Pausing of admissions to Clifden District Hospital from 17-07-23 to 30-07-23 One of the most crucial votes in the history of the European Parliament takes place tomorrow, with […]
Ballybane’s Andreeas Binder picked up the biggest win of his career on Sunday (9th July), winning the Levels Fight League Mixed Martial Arts World Lightweight Championship. ‘Judoka’ knocked out England’s Aiden Lee in the fourth round in Amsterdam. Before heading back home to Ireland, Andreeas chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly about his career […]
Two days on from Saturday’s (8th July) All-Ireland senior hurling semi-final defeat to Limerick, Galway fans are still reviewing their 2-24 to 1-18 defeat to the Shannonsiders are at Croke Park. Cathal Manninon’s early goal was instrumental in Henry Shefflin’s charges building up a six-point lead but that was whittled to one by half-time, before […]
Galway United were held to a draw last Friday (7th July) by Cobh Ramblers, but still maintained their 13-point lead over Waterford, with just 14 games remaining in the SSE Airtricity League First Division. Pierce Philips scored for the hosts in St. Colman’s Park after two minutes, but David Hurley’s penalty equalised before the break. […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am RTÉ Executive Board being stood down as new DG takes up post Connemara Ambulance Crisis Group astounded by slow speed of progression by the HSE Minister Hackett reacts to Nature Restoration Law meeting in Ballinasloe Galway property prices rise by €10,000 in Q2 according to My Home survey 10am-11am Local Deputy […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Senator says Morrisey pulled into RTE controversy ‘unfairly and unnecessarily’ Memorial walk this weekend to raise funds for charity on the anniversary of Myna McNamara’s husband Paul Family Carers Ireland launch Pre-Budget Submission for Budget 2024 10am-11am Local man hits out at traffic chaos in Galway City yesterday City Tribune […]
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On today’s show: 9am-10am Loughrea Ukrainian refugee debacle takes a seismic turn as those affected are moved to Galway City Connacht Tribune Headlines ISME calls on Government to urgently tackle fraud on businesses Call on Eamon Ryan to immediately ban practice of corporations dumping unused goods 10am-11am More than 550 Galway homes prevented from bulk […]
Ahead of the big All Ireland Semi-Final on Saturday (8th July), Cyril Farrell, Niall Canavan, Dublin Manager Micheal Donoghue and Sean Walsh had a look at what could happen. Throw-in at Croke Park on Saturday is 6pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
After going three games unbeaten without conceding a goal, Galway United topped their group and qualified for this Saturday’s (8th July) Avenir All-Island Cup encounter with Wexford Youths. Abbie Callanan and Gemma McGuinness scored the goals in last week’s 2-0 victory over Shelbourne, but they face a Wexford side who beat Shamrock Rovers 5-3, and […]
Galway’s senior hurlers attempt to dethrone four-in-a-row chasing Limerick this Saturday (8th July) when the teams meet in an All-Ireland semi-final in Croke Park for the second successive year. John Kiely’s men were 0-27 to 1-21 last year, their third win in-a-row against the Tribesmen, who haven’t beaten the Shannonsiders in championship since 2005. Leading […]
Galway United continued their match towards the SSE Airtricity League First Division title on Friday (30th June) with this 1-0 victory over Kerry FC in Eamonn Deacy Park. While not the best performance in 2023, Maurice Nugent’s header in John Caulfield’s 100th game in charge maintained their 13-point advantage over Waterford with 15 games remaining. […]
Galway United qualified for the semi-finals of the Avenir All-Island Cup last Saturday (8th July) after this 2-0 win over Shelbourne in Eamonn Deacy Park. Goals from Abbie Callanan and Gemma McGuinness booked a semi-final meeting against Wexford Youths. Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty reports. Afterwards, Mike chatted to Galway United manager Phil Trill. Kick-off […]
Killannin’s Niamh Fahey and Ballinasloe’s Heather Payne play their final friendly game for the Republic of Ireland this week (Thursday, 6th July) before embarking on the country’s historic trip to Australia for a first ever appearance at the Women’s World Cup Finals. The duo are part of manager Vera Pauw’s 23-player squad ahead of games […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am ILCU Back to School Tracker 2023 shows significant increase in parents feeling financial burden of children going back to school Access to free GP care will be extended from August Hennelly’s Corner Junction In Gort An ‘Accident Waiting To Happen’ 10am-11am Euromillions win of half a million in Ballybrit We […]
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On today’s show: 9am-10am Waste collection provider taken to task over residue disposal in South Galway Distressed mother slams bus policy after daughter and friend are left stranded in Dublin after a concert Government urged to invest €21 million in community supports and services for dementia 10am-11am Galway Senator says €195,000 should be highest […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Vape Products littering as much as coffee cups Pension Promise Campaign in the Galmont Hotel this morning Housing Minister has several engagements in Galway this morning 10am-11am Ukrainian refugees at Galway centre face uncertain future Minister Richmond launches review of occupations eligible for employment permits Aware’s national survey reveals high […]
Bearna won a first-ever senior title on Friday evening (30th June) following this two-point victory over neighbours Salthill/Knocknacarra. Points from Jack Keady, Sean Fitzgerald, Ryan and Donal Folan along with two late points from Mark Boyle and Oisin Gormley were the difference, though they still needed Ryan and Cathal Foland to clear two late Salthill/Knocknacarra […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Introduction to Ballinasloe with local characters and community people We hear from a former Galway Bay fm reporter and a local publican A local farmer tells us of rural life in the area 10am-11am We get the history from the area and speak to a local GAA fanatic City Tribune Headlines […]
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Maintain your health journey this year with the Good Health Naturally on Galway Talks with Evergreen Healthfoods. Helen from Evergreen Healthfoods answers some queries from listeners on Good Health Naturally Tuesday on Galway Talks Listen Back here to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan. #goodhealthnaturally #galwaytalks #evergreenhealthfooods #HelenatEvergreen For […]
Picture This are returning to the airwaves with their latest heartfelt tribute, “Red Lights,” which showcases the band’s lyrical prowess with its evocative storytelling and infectious melodies. “Red Lights” explores the transformative power of love, as Picture This navigates the depths of emotions through poignant lyrics and their signature sound. Kayte chats to Ryan and Jimmy from the band about […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Huge development in relation to the controversial St Brendan’s Nursing Unit in Loughrea Controversy continues in Roscam following the erection of bollards in the area LiveStock Music & Arts Festival 10am-11am Galway needs 3,000 housing units built each year, according to Galway Chamber EU committee rejects proposed law to restore damaged […]
There will be over €2.1m of Prize money for this year’s Galway Races which gets underway on Monday, 31st July. Speaking to George McDonagh at today’s (Tuesday, 27th June 2023) launch, Ballybrit manager Michael Maloney says there are guarantees for all 53 races over the seven days. Press Release In less than five weeks time, […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, David Collins, Mike Rafferty and George McDonagh. Galway hurlers beat Tipperary in All-Ireland quarter-final; Footballers exit the championship with loss to Mayo; Galway United on a roll as they reach 55 points from just 20 games; All this and more. ‘Over The Line’ broadcasts every Monday […]
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Galway United manager John Caulfield. John returns at the halfway point of the season with his team 13 points clear of their nearest rivals Waterford United, to chat about his plans for the remainder of 2023. He was talking to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and […]
Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy presents the weekly recap of all Galway sporting action. Galway senior footballers out of the championship following one-point defeat to Mayo; The Tribesmen hurlers are through to the All-Ireland semi-finals as they get past Tipperary; Galway ladies footballers also have too much for the Premier County as they secure home […]
Galway United couldn’t break the deadlock last Saturday (24th June) as they were held to a scoreless draw with Athlone Town in the Avenior All-Island Cup. They now host Shelbourne in a top-of-the-table clash this weekend to see who’ll reach the semi-finals. Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty reports. Afterwards, Mike had a word with Galway […]
Galway United stretched their lead at the top of the SSE Airtricity League First Division to 13 points last Friday (23rd June) following this four-goal rout of Longford Town. Second half goals from David Hurley (2), Robert Slevin and Conor O’Keeffe ensured no repeat of their May Bank Holiday defeat to the same opposition. Galway […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Minister to propose external review into RTÉ to Cabinet Liberty IT opens new Galway hub and announces the creation of 100 new jobs Galway group attending Rally for Life to “hold the government to account” on abortion 10am-11am Putin pays tribute to Russian pilots he says were killed fighting mutineers Motoring […]
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Galway’s Senior Hurlers upset the odds on Saturday evening to beat Tipperary by two points and book their place in the All-Ireland Semi-Final against Limerick on July 8th. Galway’s 1-20 to 1-18 win included 0-8 from Evan Niland and a crucial Conor Whelan goal and sees them back in a rematch against the side who […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Ollie Jennings on The Sawdoctors return to Glastonbury Caroline Heffernan on the Highest High Harp Concert, Kilimanjaro in Aid of Cystic Fibrosis Elizabeth Donlon Fox on Childline recruiting volunteers for it’s office in Galway 10am-11am Cllr Mike Cubbard on Scaremongering on Vacant Buildings “Emmanuel” Speaks to Keith about the struggle to […]
The Division 3 Hurling League Final between Craughwell and Ballygar is now tomorrow evening (Friday, 23rd June) in Kenny Park at 7.30pm. Clarinbridge and Ardrahan will clash at 11am on Sunday (25th) for the Division 2 decider in the Athenry venue. Capptaggle and Loughrea collide in the Kevin Burke Tyres Division 1 Final. Cappataggle manager […]
Ahead of Saturday’s (24th June) All Ireland senior hurling quarter-final, and another possible classic, between the age-old rivals… Galway Bay FM’s Cyril Farrell, Niall Canavan and Sean Walsh look forward to what could happen. Throw-in at the TUS Gaelic Grounds Limerick on Saturday is 6.15pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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Galway United are expecting a backlash from Athlone Town, who’ve just parted ways with manager Tommy Hewitt, this Saturday (24th June) in the second round of the Avenir Women’s All-Island Cup. The Tribeswomen were 1-0 victors in Linfield, thanks to Jenna Slattery’s goal; but the Midlanders crashed 4-1 to Shelbourne. Galway United manager Phil Trill […]
Marking an exciting new era for the four-piece, ‘In My Head’ presents the band’s widescreen ambition as they level up their iridescent sonic. Written in their Galway rehearsal room, the song finds lead singer Julie Dawson grappling with inner turmoil. Kayte sits down with Julie to find out more about the new track. For more […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Update on Corrib RFC story ATU Accommodation and Veterinary Mountbellew Search for Titanic Sub Search Team Participants reminded to take part in National End of Life Survey as July closing date approaches 10am-11am A Legacy of Discrimination, Brutally Unfair and Unjust. Six decades of failed policies stemming from the 1963 Commission of […]
On Ask the Dentist this week Dr. Brian Delgado from Gate Dental Clinic takes an in depth look at Tooth Grinding. He spoke with Keith Finnegan on Galway Talks about What is tooth grinding? How can I stop grinding my teeth? What causes tooth grinding? Does grinding affect my teeth? Listen back here: Make an […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Chambers announces €7.5m funding for Daisy Lodge in Cong County Mayo Croi CEO receives European Award for work with Heart Patients Chamber Connects – in partnership with Glenlo Abbey Hotel 10am-11am Assisted Dying Donating 600 autographs to the National Museum. Has 5,400 autographs left Significant milestone for East Galway as Government […]
Galway United manager doesn’t think they’ll interfere much with their playing personnel when the League of Ireland transfer window opens in July. The Tribesmen are currently 10 points clear at the top of the First Division after a mid-season week off and John Caulfield says any signings will be minimal. Galway United host Longford Town […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Diarmuid Blake, Kevin Dwyer and George McDonagh. Among this week’s topics were: Senior and Intermediate Football Championship Draws; Galway to meet Mayo next weekend in All-Ireland senior football preliminary quarter-final following defeat to Armagh; Galway’s ladies footballers achieve historic win over Cork; The senior camogie side […]
Fresh from winning the Connacht Stroke Play Championship by a whopping 10 shots, this week’s special guest is Portumna Golf Club sensation Sam Murphy. Sam represents the Grand Canyon University of Phoenix and is home for the summer. We look forward to catching up with Sam who has jumped to 12th in the Bridgestone Order […]
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On today’s show: 9am-10am Introduction to Newcastle Bushypark The Newcastle Combined Community Association and Aerogen Former Postmaster and Councillor Billy Cameron 10am-11am We recall the social schemes in Bushypark and speak to a local renowned author City Tribune Headlines We hear from a Slovakian woman has made her home in the area […]
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This week’s special guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Jonathan Higgins, Darren Kelly and George McDonagh.
This week’s topics include:
Galway beat Westmeath to make it two wins from two in the All-Ireland senior football championship;
Galway’s minor hurlers fall to Clare in the All-Ireland Final;
Great start for Galway senior camogie team against Cork in All-Ireland championship;
Four more points for Galway United in SSE Airtricity League;
Another successful Kilbeacanty 7s hurling and camogie tournament on June Bank Holiday Monday;
Tom McKibbon wins the European Open golf in Hamburg;
All this and more.
‘Over The Line’ broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Tourism season is booming in Galway following a bumper June Bank Holiday weekend
Minister reassures that Nero-Rehab team is already in the pipeline for this year with recruitment underway
The Government commissioned report on legal fees is now a year overdue
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Local Principal says it is all systems go as the Leaving and Junior Certificate exams get underway tomorrow
Planning application for Knocknacarra Integrated Care Hub to be progressed shortly
Garda Slot
The 50 Plus Show, Ireland’s lifestyle event for older people is returning to Galway
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Sports Review
Lá spraoi na Gaeilge i nGaillimh (Family fun day As Gaeilge in Galway)
Famous Banshees of Inisherin pub rebuilt in County Galway
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was former Galway United chairman Bernie O’Connell.
Bernie has a wealth of knowledge of all sports and has dedicated a huge amount of time to Galway United.
Bernie, a former contributor and reporter with Galway Bay FM, returns with some great stories and experiences.
He was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line’ broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
Galway United got back to winning ways on Monday (5th June) with their 16th victory from 18 games in the 2023 SSE Airtricity League First Division.
The Tribesmen were only 2-1 victors against Finn Harps on the opening day of the season but were four goals up here after just 19 minutes thanks to Darren Clarke, Killian Brouder, Stephen Walsh and Maurice Nugent.
Rob Manley made it 5-0 on 53 minutes, before David Hurley slotted home a penalty two minutes from time, bringing Galway United to 49 points, still 10 clear of Waterford.
Galway United assistant manager Ollie Horgan spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty after the final whistle.
Galway United are away to Wexford FC on Friday (9th June). Kick-off at Ferrycarrig Park is 7.45pm.
Tubber secured a first-ever Kilbeacanty 7s hurling title on Monday (5th June) when they beat Tommy Larkins in the final after an exciting day of action.
Their three-point victory followed group wins over Beagh, Tommy Larkins and St. Thomas, before past Craughwell in the semi-final.
The Tubber team included former Clare hurling captain Patrick O’Connor and he had a chat with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly after their first-round win over Beagh.
With still seven of the eight teams fighting for possession entering Round 3 in the afternoon, St. Thomas’ manager Kenneth Burke and two-time All-Ireland winning goalkeeper John Commins gave their views on the competition so far, and what they thought of Galway’s chances against Kilkenny in the Leinster Hurling Final.
Galway Bay FM were broadcasting LIVE from Kilbeacanty throughout the Bank Holiday Monday and began just after 12pm with Jon Richards and Darren Kelly setting the scene.
The opening final was the Joe Gillane under-12 camogie decider and that went to St. Colman’s who beat Shamrocks 8-7 to 2-1. Their mentor Cilla Fahey spoke to Darren afterwards.
As the day was picking up, Kilbeacanty GAA chairman Justin Fahey joined up with Darren to talk about the Kilbeacanty 7s and what it means to the club and the parish.
The Joe Gillane under-12 hurling champions were Michael Cusacks, who were 3-14 to 2-7 victors against Oranmore/Maree. Their manager Finbarr Gantley had a chat with Darren after the final whistle.
Former Galway GAA chairman Pat Kearney is from the Kilbeacanty club and he was volunteering on the gate but took a break to speak with Darren.
Many Galway GAA officials were in attendance including Hurling Board chairman Claude Geoghegan. And he took time out to highlight with Darren how important the Kilbeacanty 7s are.
Finally, even with the competition in full swing, Darren and Justin, and Rationel Area manager Colm Moylette got together for a few words and also discussed the upcoming Golf Classic on August Bank Holiday Weekend.
2023 Kilbeacanty 7s Camogie Final RESULT
St. Thomas 2-4 St. Colman’s 1-5
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2023 Kilbeacanty 7s Hurling
Group A
Tommy Larkins 3-8 St. Thomas 2-8
Tubber 1-11 (14) Beagh 2-5 (11)
St. Thomas 4-5 Beagh 3-5
Tubber 3-7 Tommy Larkins 1-10
Tubber 5-8 St. Thomas 3-3
Tommy Larkins 2-14 Beagh 1-0
Group B
Ardrahan 5-8 Kilbeacanty 1-5
Gort 3-7 Craughwell 2-4
Craughwell 4-8 Kilbeacanty 0-6
Gort 4-4 Ardrahan 1-7
Gort 5-16 Kilbeacanty 2-2
Craughwell 3-7 Ardrahan 3-6
Semi-Finals
Tommy Larkins 2-14 (20) Gort 4-5 (19)
Tubber 3-10 Craughwell 11-4
2023 Kilbeacanty 7s Hurling Final RESULT
Tubber 2-12 (18) Tommy Larkins 3-6 (15)
Galway’s hopes of finishing their All-Ireland minor hurling championship campaign fell at the final hurdle on Sunday (4th June) as they went down by five points to Clare in FBD Semple Stadium.
Despite two Cullen Killeen goals and green flags for Jason Rabbitte and Harry Holmes, the Tribesmen struggled to get on top of a strong Banner unit, who pulled clear midway during the second half to clinch a first title since 1997.
Galway Bay FM’s Gordon Duane reports
Afterwards, Galway manager Fergal Healy shared his thoughts with Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Galway: Shane Murray; Thomas Blake, Seán Murphy, Gearóid King; Dylan Quirke, Donnacha Campbell, Ed O’Reilly; Michael Burke, Cullen Killeen (2-0); Darragh Counihan, Colm Burke, Conor Gilligan; Brian Callanan, Jason Rabbitte (1-1), Aaron Niland (0-8, six frees).
Subs: Michael Fallon (0-1) for Campbell (HT), Stephen Keane for O’Reilly (40), Harry Holmes (1-0) for C Burke (40), Eoghan Mulleady for Callanan (58).
Clare: Mark Sheedy; Eoghan Gunning, Ronan Keane, Conor Rynne; Matthew O’Halloran, James Hegarty (1-2, all frees), Jamie Moylan; Jack Mescal (0-1), Evan Price (0-1); Ronan Kilroy, Michael Collins (0-3), Seán Arthur (0-2); Ógie Fanning (1-1), Marc O’Brien (0-7, five frees), Eoin Begley (0-1).
Subs: Fred Hegarty (0-1) for Keane (HT inj), Michael Power (0-1) for Begley (39), Eoin Carey (0-1) for Gunning (48-50, blood), Harry Doherty (0-1) for Fanning (51), Carey for Mescal (53), Emmet Mulcahy for Kilroy (60+3).
Referee: Michael Kennedy (Tipperary).
Galway United fell to their third consecutive defeat in the SSE Airtricity League Women’s Premier Division on Saturday (3rd June) following this two-goal defeat to Shelbourne.
First-half strikes from Jemma Quinn and Christie Gray gave the visitors the three points at Eamonn Deacy Park.
The result leaves Galway United on 19 points in fifth place, 12 behind leaders Peamount United, and just two ahead of Wexford Youths.
Galway United goalkeeper Jessica Berlin spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty afterwards.
Mike also got the thoughts of Galway United manager Phil Trill.
Galway United travel to Sligo Rovers in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division next Saturday (10th June). Kick-off at the Showgrounds is 5pm.
Galway United were denied victory for just the second time this season on Friday (2nd June) when they were held to a 1-1 draw away to Bray Wanderers in the SSE Airtricity League First Division.
The Tribesmen led after just eight minutes when David Hurley slotted home a penalty, but the hosts replied with their own spot kick on 49 minutes which also led to Galway’s Rob Slevin being dismissed.
Galway United remain clear at the top of the table with 46 points from 17 games, 10 clear of nearest rivals Waterford.
Afterwards, Galway United manager John Caulfield chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins.
Galway United host Finn Harps on Monday (5th June) in the SSE Airtricity League First Division. Kick-off at Eamonn Deacy Park is 5pm and we’ll have full online coverage on our website galwaybayfm.ie.
Racing in Ireland today is in Listowel and Tramore. While cross-channel, there are meetings in Epsom, Hexham, Musselburgh, Worcester, Doncaster, Lingfield and Stratford. Here’s Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh.
On today’s show: 9am-10am We speak to a local merchant and theatre enthusiast from Gort We talk to some of the community organisations in the town Two local GAA legends join us for a chat 10am-11am Father Tommy and two music groups tell us about their contribution to the town Biogas, the river walk and […]
Corofin United are the Joe Ryan Cup champions after they beat Cois Fharraige 4-0 on Wednesday evening (31st May). Dylan Wall, Enda Fleming, Barry and Alan O’Donovan got the goals in Eamonn Deacy Park. Darragh Fahy, part of the Corofin United management team, chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty.
One Day tells the hilarious fictional story of a day in the life of local radio station, Soft FM.
One Day features the voices of 36 different Galway Bay FM staff members and was written by Ollie Turner and produced by Matthew Lyons.
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Maintain your health journey this year with the Good Health Naturally on Galway Talks with Evergreen Healthfoods.
Helen from Evergreen Healthfoods answers some queries from listeners on Good Health Naturally tomorrow on Galway Talks
- Why drink Apple Cider Vinegar ‘with the mother’
- Collagen as a skin boost.
- Help to control weight gain after quitting smoking
- Essential oils for the sauna to help with sinus trouble
- Diet advice to help cyclist with the long cycles
Listen Back here to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan.
Good health Naturally Tue 29th May 2023#goodhealthnaturally #galwaytalks #evergreenhealthfooods #HelenatEvergreen
For more Good Health Naturally advice from Polly and Helen in Evergreen Healthfoods check out our Podcast Library or tune in to Galway Talks every second Tuesday.
For 30 years, Evergreen Healthfoods has been at the forefront of natural health & wellness in Ireland, with each product in their range hand-selected for quality.
Evergreen Healthfoods is a family-run, Irish business founded by Kieran & Aideen Hurley, they have 8 stores in Galway and proudly serve the whole of Ireland though their online store. They first opened their doors in 1992 on Mainguard Street in the heart of Galway City. Over 30 years, with Founders Kieran and Aideen Hurley at the helm, they have built their reputation and today are proud to be one of Ireland’s best-loved independent health food stores.
A family-run Irish business, they have grown over the years to eight health food stores stores in and around Galway, launching their online health store – evergreen.ie – in 2008.
In 2020, Kieran and Aideen were awarded a Special Recognition Award for Services to Retail from Health Stores Ireland, praised as ‘standard bearers, tireless campaigners and proud supporters of the wider health food sector’.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Access Huge Concern for residents at Roscam
Green Party believes delay to abortion law changes would be in breach of the legislation, Committee hears
Just 45% of hospital cleaners and caterers have received the Pandemic Special Recognition Payment
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway and Clare meet this Sunday (4th June) in the Electric Ireland All-Ireland Minor Hurling Final.
In recognition of the major impact of playing Minor, this summer Electric Ireland is using their social channels to spotlight a player each week partaking in the Football, Hurling and Camogie Minor Championships.
Two-time All-Ireland senior winner Tom Condon played in Limerick’s 2005 All-Ireland minor final defeat to Galway, before making his senior debut in 2009.
He is best remembered, as much as it hurts Galway supporters, for catching the ball from Joe Canning’s late free to deny the Tribesmen an equaliser in the 2018 All-Ireland Senior Final.
Limerick’s Tom Condon has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at FBD Semple Stadium on Sunday is 1pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
A Player of the Week is revealed weekly on Electric Ireland’s Twitter page (@electricireland).
Later this year, Electric Ireland will celebrate the achievements of players from the Minor Championships through the Electric Ireland GAA and Camogie Minor Star Awards.
You can follow the campaign on social media @ElectricIreland and via the hashtag #ThisIsMajor.
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Also, leading up to Sunday’s Electric Ireland Minor Hurling Final, Galway captain Sean Murphy has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Niall also caught up with Galway manager Fergal Healy.
Pictured is former Limerick Minor hurler, Tom Condon, as he looks ahead to this Sunday’s Electric Ireland GAA All-Ireland Minor Hurling Championship Final between Galway and Clare, kicking off at 2pm in FBD Semple Stadium. In recognition of the major impact of playing Minor, this summer Electric Ireland is using their social channels to spotlight a player each week partaking in the Football, Hurling and Camogie Minor Championships. A Player of the Week is revealed weekly on Electric Ireland’s Twitter page (@electricireland). Later this year, Electric Ireland will celebrate the achievements of players from the Minor Championships through the Electric Ireland GAA and Camogie Minor Star Awards. You can follow the campaign on social media @ElectricIreland and via the hashtag #ThisIsMajor. Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne
After sell out shows in Whelans, Roisin Dubh and his first sell out in London in recent weeks, the incredibly talented Irish artist, Pauric O’Meara sits down and chats to Kayte O’Malley from On The Move.
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
HIQA have published the first international review on the epidemiology of long COVID by an Irish Team
Community neurorehabilitation team urgently needed in Galway
Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & Associates Woodquay
10am-11am
University of Galway to lead on clinical trials of the future
Motoring Slot
National Parks and Wildlife Service urges against barbecues and fires in public places
Call for Ireland to be the first country in Europe, to ban Disposable Vapes
11am-12pm
Headfest 2023 takes place this weekend
‘NESC Report sets out the potential to promote Social Enterprise on the island of Ireland’
Working from home up, Catholic households down in Census figures
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
The Electric Ireland All-Ireland Minor Hurling Final takes place this Sunday (4th June) when Galway, seeking a 15th title and first since 2020, clash with Clare.
It’s a repeat of the 1997 decider, the Banner’s only-ever victory.
The teams met in the 2022 All-Ireland quarter-final round-robin stage with Galway prevailing by 0-22 to 0-9.
Captain Sean Murphy from Clarinbridge played that day and he has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Niall also got the thoughts of Galway manager Fergal Healy.
Throw-in at FBD Semple Stadium on Sunday is 1pm.
The Galway Area Basketball Board hosted their awards on Tuesday (30th May) at the Connacht Hotel, where they named their Men’s and Local League Teams of the Decade from 2010 to 2020.
They also inducted four members into their first-ever Hall of Fame – Pat Bourke from St. Colman’s, Corrib’s Ita Greene, Maura Harte representing Claregalway and University of Galway Mystics, and Joe King for Shamrocks.
Afterwards, Pat Bourke chatted to Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
John also caught up with other award winners on the night.
Salthill Devon completed a league and cup double in Eamonn Deacy Park last night (Tuesday, 30th May) after beating Colga 3-0 in the Michael Byrne Cup Final.
First half strikes from Timmy Molloy and Vinny Faherty, were followed by the third goal for Mikey Fox, while Colga struck the woodwork on three occasions.
Afterwards, Salthill Devon manager Emlyn Long chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty.
The Joe Ryan Cup takes place tonight (Wednesday) between Cois Fharraige and Corofin United. Kick-off at Eamonn Deacy Park is 7.30pm.
Kildare’s Ray Kelly will referee Galway’s opening fixture in this year’s Glen Dimplex All-Ireland senior camogie championship against Cork on Saturday (3rd June).
It’s their first meeting since the league final seven weeks previously when the Tribesmen successfully retained their title in Croke Park.
The fixture is the first of three rounds with Clare and Down also in Galway’s group, with the top two teams advancing to the knockout stages.
Leading up to the game, Galway captain Shauna Healy has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane.
Tommy also caught up with Galway senior manager Cathal Murray.
Throw-in at Kenny Park on Saturday is 5pm.
Galway United play their final SSE Airtricity League Premier Division game before the summer break this Saturday (3rd June) against Shelbourne.
The Tribeswomen were 2-1 victors over the double champions in Tolka Park back in March thanks to goals from Aoife Thompson and Jenna Slattery.
Galway have suffered two recent defeats to pace-setters Peamount United and Shamrock Rovers and will look to turn around their fortunes.
Galway United captain Lynsey McKey has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Kick-off at Eamonn Deacy Park on Saturday is 2pm.
: A piece of magic from Lynsey McKey and a great finish by Gemma McGuinness sees United score in the second half against Shamrock Rovers#ItsATribalThing pic.twitter.com/ubdR3LR6Dz
— Gaillimh Aontaithe (@GalwayUnitedFC) May 27, 2023
Athenry were crowned Connacht Junior Cup champions for the sixth time, and first since 2016, on Sunday (28th May) after a dramatic penalty shoot-out win over Castlebar Celtic in Solar 21 Park.
Shane Keogh, Cole Connolly, Dan Cunningham, Simon Dziedzina and Colm O’Donovan got the all-important spot kicks, while TJ Forde produced a magnificent save of Castlebar’s third penalty.
Afterwards, Athenry’s Ray Moran chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty.
Mike also got the thoughts of Athenry manager Seamie Crowe.
Connacht Junior Cup Final
Castlebar Celtic 0 Athenry 0
Athenry won 5 – 4 on penalties.The biggest trophy in Connacht football is back in Athenry after yesterday's penalty shootout victory over Castlebar Celtic.
Click link below for report.https://t.co/y0L6FIwqv8 pic.twitter.com/zgSZ3Nt4nZ
— Athenry Football Club (@athenry_afc) May 29, 2023
Step into the vibrant world of traditional Irish music with a special podcast program of Trad On The Bay hosted by Máirín Fahy.Join her as she chats and performs alongside some of Ireland’s most renowned musicians, showcasing the rich musical heritage of the Emerald Isle.
The show features a talented lineup of musicians, including Eimear Coughlan on the enchanting harp, Francis Cunningham mesmerising with his concertina, and Enda Scahill, a banjo virtuoso from the renowned We Banjo 3. The podcast also highlights the genius of composer Carl Hession, the soulful accordion playing of Gerry Hanley, and the captivating sound of Ger Fahy on the pipes.
Backing them all up is the incredible house band, composed of Yvonne Fahy on the bodhrán, Chris Kelly strumming the guitar, and Colm Henry adding depth with his piano melodies. Together, this stellar ensemble weaves a tapestry of melodies, rhythms, and harmonies that will transport you to the heart of Irish musical traditions.
For more podcasts, click HERE.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Galway-based woman seeks donations to fund her treatment for endometriosis in Bucharest
New bridge over the Corrib’s name to be decided at the next meeting of Galway City Council
City Cllr calls for the Retention of the bus stop in Old Mervue
Mental Health Charity Turn2Me Publishes 7 tips on dealing with Exam Stress
10am-11am
HSE CEO Bernard Gloster accepts Galway is “behind the curve” when it comes to hospital infrastructure
Government failing people with disabilities and must provide vital respite services
Galway’s Community Groups Honoured At Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2023
Garda Slot
11am-12pm
John Burke ‘Turps’ next single is out Friday
Evergreen Slot
June 18th closing date for Galway People of the Year Awards Nominations
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
The Galway Area Basketball Boards are hosting their awards this evening (Tuesday, 30th May 2023), where they will name their Men’s and Women’s Local League Team of the Decade from 2010 to 2020.
They are also inducting four members into their Hall of Fame – Pat Bourke from St. Colman’s, Corrib’s Ita Greene, Maura Harte representing Claregalway and University of Galway Mystics, and Joe King for Shamrocks.
The event begins in the Connacht Hotel from 7pm.
Galway Bay FM’s Adrian O’Neill has more
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Rahoon cemetery grave theft
Centripetal Expands Internationally With the Launch of its European Cyber Intelligence Centre of Excellence
Galway adults urged to get blood pressure check ‘before damage is done’
10am-11am
Gang attack in the west side of Galway City on Thursday last
Galway GAA launch their Win A Home Galway fundraiser this evening
Blood Donation Clinics in Mountbellew and Ballinasloe this weekend
11am-12pm
Galway Bay FM Radio Documentary ‘One Day’
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly
Official opening of Maigh Cuilinn Primary Care Centre
The Donkey Sanctuary Ireland assists 19 donkeys abandoned in Galway
Galway City Council seeks Volunteers for Anti Dog-Fouling Campaign in their Area
Irish Guide Dogs National Day
10am-11am
Iconic New Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge Opened in Galway City
City Tribune Headlines
Social Farming Open Day in Ballinasloe
The RSA’s Free Check it Fits Service is back on the road and coming back to Galway next week
11am-12pm
SPORTS PREVIEW with John Mulligan
St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church, Gaillimh announced as the winner of Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh 2023
Final Countdown to Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon and Multisport Festival
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show
9am-10am
The Connemara Triangle;
Volunteers Celebrated at Galway City Mayor’s Awards Ceremony;
The Long Road Home – Ag Siúl le Chéile;
10am-11am
Connacht Tribune Headlines
CONVENTION BUREAU’S CALLOUT: ‘BRING YOUR TRIBE TO GALWAY
Gardening Slot
11am-12pm
The Murderer and the Taoiseach;
Biodiversity Week (19th-28th May 2023);
Galway Early Music Festival starts this Friday 26 May!
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Galway United are determined to get back on track in the Women’s Premier Division quest this weekend when they travel to Tallaght Stadium on Saturday (27th May 2023).
The Tribeswomen’s six-game unbeaten run ended against Peamount and now face the favourites who include former Galway WFC player Savannah McCarthy.
Galway United manager Phil Trill has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Kick-off at Tallaght Stadium on Saturday is 5.30pm.
Presentation College Athenry have successfully retained the FAI Schools First Year Girls National Cup after a dramatic 8-7 penalty shoot-out win over Loreto Kilkenny on Wednesday (24th March 2023).
Lily May Feeney put Athenry 1-0 up on 13 minutes but Loreto equalised two minutes later.
And there were no further breakthroughs after normal and extra time before the penalty success.
Mentor Dom Coll chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly on their way home from Tullamore.
Penalty shoot out sees @PresAthenry retain the title 8-7 … incredible conclusion to their Cup campaign
A fantastic performance from the teams this afternoon pic.twitter.com/xON5KJnRCb
— FAI Schools (@faischools) May 24, 2023
Former Ireland, Lions and Ulster rugby legend Rory Best arrived into Galway weary but to a special City of the Tribes welcome this evening as he completed the penultimate leg of a 300km endurance challenge to raise funds for a therapeutic short break centre in Cong for children diagnosed with cancer and their families
Best arrived into Eyre Square shortly after 5pm but still smiling despite having stepped out 300km – in excess of 320,000 steps – over the last nine days to raise funds for the special centre. The walk, which started last Tuesday at the Aviva Stadium, has taken one of Ireland’s most successful sporting leaders through counties Dublin, Kildare, Laois, Offaly, Tipperary, Limerick, Clare and now Galway.
Along the way Rory, who is an ambassador for Cancer Fund for Children charity that is developing the Cong facility, has been joined by families with children diagnosed with cancer as well as their friends and relatives. He’s also been accompanied along the route by sports personalities, including former Irish colleagues and Gaelic football and hurling stars. Today it was the turn of Galway’s Shane Walsh, Arachas’ brand ambassador as he joined Best on the final yards into Eyre Square.
Cancer Fund for Children provides emotional support to families impacted by childhood cancer and therapeutic short breaks. Funds raised through the Rory’s Miles 2 Mayo campaign will go towards building of the Daisy Lodge facility in Cong, Co. Mayo, a therapeutic short break centre for children impacted by cancer and their families. This will be Cancer Fund for Children’s second therapeutic centre, inspired by Daisy Lodge in Co. Down which has supported over 3,300 families from across the island of Ireland since it opened in 2014.
Rory, who is aiming to raise €2m for the new facility through the walk, will complete his 10day challenge today with a final 30km leg to the Daisy Lodge site on the shores of Lough Corrib near Cong.
Speaking as he arrived in Eyre Square, Rory said, “I have great friends here in Galway over the years. It was always a tough place to go, not least in winter, but as I walked towards the Sportsground on the way in, I knew the welcome would be altogether different. We’ve been bowled over by the support for the walk.
“It’s been an amazing journey and my motivation to do it was simply down to getting to as many places as possible, walking past as many doors as possible to raise awareness of this incredible Daisy Lodge initiative. I’ve met so many incredible people along the way, including some incredibly inspirational young people with their own cancer stories and you are humbled in their company. When you hit a hill along the way and are tired, all you need to do is think of them, their smiles, their courage and it just drives you on.”
Rory Best joined Galway Bay FM’s Keith Finnegan for a chat on Wednesday’s (24th May) Galway Talks.
Best added:
“I’ve been looking forward to coming to Galway for many reasons, including that the finish line is in sight but, principally, because I know the support that Galway will give to this cause. It’s only up the road in Cong and Galway will most definitely get behind this so spread the word and please donate.”
Speaking from Eyre Square also, Barry Moran, Regional Director for the West Region at Arachas, sponsors of the walk, said, “We’re delighted to welcome Rory here to Galway this evening and delighted that he was accompanied into the city by our other ambassador, Galway’s own, Shane Walsh.
Rory is an amazing person and what he’s taken on here with this walk is truly inspirational. We place a big emphasis in Arachas on community Rory with this walk has brought together an amazing community of supporters and we really look forward to the day when the first guests of Daisy Lodge arrive and Rory and his incredible commitment will be very much foremost in our thoughts then.”
Every week across Ireland, 10 children and young people (aged 0-24) are diagnosed with cancer. Cancer Fund for Children understands the devastating impact a cancer diagnosis and its treatment can have on the whole family, and that beyond the essential medical care, many families need social and emotional support. Funds raised through the Rory’s Miles 2 Mayo campaign will go towards the building of Daisy Lodge in Cong, Co. Mayo, a therapeutic short break centre for children impacted by cancer and their families. This will be Cancer Fund for Children’s second therapeutic centre, inspired by Daisy Lodge in Co. Down which has supported over 3,300 families from across the island of Ireland since it opened in 2014.
Find out more about Cancer Fund for Children by visiting www.cancerfundforchildren.com. You can also get behind Rory’s challenge and help him go the distance this May by visiting www.rorysmiles2mayo.com.
Rory’s Miles 2 Mayo is sponsored by the Ardonagh Group, Arachas Corporate Brokers and Kingsbridge Private Hospital.
Check Your Blood Pressure! This week on The Live Wire Ronan Lardner spoke with Caitriona Pollard, Health Check Manager with the Irish Heart Foundation. Caitriona outlines the risk undetected high blood pressure can pose for our health and wellbeing. Ronan find out why it is so important to have you blood pressure checked regularly. Listen back here to Caitriona’s advice:
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The normal level of blood pressure is usually about 120 (systolic) over 80 (diastolic). If your blood pressure is 140 over 90 or higher you should discuss this reading with your doctor.
If you are over 30 get your blood pressure checked annually at your GP or pharmacy. To find out more, go to Irishheart.ie
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Refurbishment of Tuam Stadium To Begin Next Month;
Director appointed to oversee excavation of Tuam Mother and Baby Home site;
Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy;
10am-11am
Global ambition – New era for West of Ireland’s scaling technology firms with launch of Platform94;
‘Rory’s Miles 2 Mayo’
Invitation to Africa Day Symposium 2023
Green Spaces Strategy
11am-12pm
“Something for Everyone” Tourism Event in Ballinasloe;
Gradam;
Niamh Dunne is on tour across Ireland in June with her latest album “Tides”;
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Galway GAA have announced that works on the refurbishment and re-roofing of the stand at Tuam Stadium will commence next month.
The upgrade has been made possible by the generous donation of €350,000 from the late Joe and Helen O’Toole of O’Toole’s Tuam, who committed to supporting the refurbishment in 2018.
Galway GAA chairman Paul Bellew gave his reaction to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly on FYI Galway, and also signaled that Tuam Stadium can remain open for club games during the championship.
Galway go in search of their 30th Connacht minor football crown on Friday (26th May) when they meet Mayo in this year’s decider.
The Tribesmen booked their place with three victories before falling over the line in their final group game against Leitrim.
Leading up to the game, Galway manager Alan Glynn has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Tuam Stadium on Friday is 7pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Rising indie-folk band Kingfishr have just released their stunning new single ‘Anyway’, out on B-Unique Records. ‘Anyway’ boasts a typically cinematic quality fast becoming synonymous with the trio’s grand sound. The track opens with a dramatic burst of synths and beautifully layered vocals, the resolute quality of which matches the determined beat and the sharp pluck of the banjo.
Kayte O’Malley caught up with them for a quick chat earlier today.
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Gerry Murphy rounds up the weekend’s sport around the county featuring Galway’s win in the Connacht Senior Football Final, The hurler’s win over Westmeath, Galway Ladies defeat to Mayo, wins for Galway United men and women and Connacht’s dramatic win over Ulster in the United Rugby Championship.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Residents object to new powerplant for the Saolta Hospital Group in Newcastle
We explore how haphazard development made Galway the most choked city in Ireland
Mental Health Charity Launches free support groups for the Leaving Cert
10am-11am
US company Dexcom to open manufacturing site in Athenry, Co Galway, creating up to 1,000 jobs
Cheaper energy bills on way across Galway as VAT scrapped on solar panels
University of Galway are now accepting applications for its Access Programmes
11am-12pm
Sports Review
Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & Associates Woodquay
Galway Youth Orchestra are auditioning for new members this weekend and we welcome some of their young talents into studio
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On this episode, Keith spoke with:
- Niall McGauran from Lely looking at Robotics in Farming
- Joseph Dunphy, a Teagasc Grass Specialist on fertiliser and grass management
- Patty Johnson from Virgina Forage and Grassland Council U.S.A
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Introduction to Tuam with three stalwarts of the Galway town
The arts are well and truly alive in Tuam, we here about Theatre, musicals and poetry
We talk to well-known matriarch of the town Sister Agnes Curley
10am-11am
Tuam has the highest population of travellers nationally and we hear from Michael Mongan of Trinity Carpets
We discuss business development in Tuam and the twinning with Straubing
We take a look back at the showband’s era and their links to Tuam
11am-12pm
We chat to those involved in GAA, soccer and rugby in the town
We chat to two young talents from the area heavily involved in music and the arts
One of The Saw Doctor’s reflects on their career to date with a big tour forthcoming nationwide
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Galway looks ‘like a mouth full of broken teeth’, says one of world’s leading planners
Issue of safety at a pedestrian crossing on the Clybaun Road raised by a concerned mother
Galway City Comhairle na nÓg Consultation for Young People with Physical Disabilities
10am-11am
University of Galway named national Sustainable Development Goals Champion
It is ‘inconceivable’ that Galway City Council are not back in the City Chamber for meetings
Connacht Tribune Headlines
GRETB Training Centre to host Apprenticeship Information Day
11am-12pm
Gardening Slot
More than one in four people are confident that their personal data has been leaked
Star Wars Quiz Night – May the Fourth
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Average €782 more payable on behalf of HSE residents in Co Galway under Fair Deal as cost of care crisis persists for private and voluntary nursing homes
Government accused of Sitting On Their Hands Over Vaccine Compensation
Government must intervene to reduce rip-off energy bills – according to Sinn Fein
Galway Rural Development launches community survey for new LEADER programme
10am-11am
Growing number of farmers seek treatment for cocaine addiction and increase in codeine highlighted by Galway GP
Meeting on Cancer Strategy to be held in Galway next Monday night
Motoring Slot
Job Spot
11am-12pm
FORUM Connemara Conference – 8th May
Exciting Line-Up for the Galway Folk Festival 2023
Galway man crowned Irish Brewers Cup champion at the coffee competition
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
New oncology unit opens at University Hospital Galway
Abortion will be a major election issue, marchers told, as thousands attended a March for Life in Dublin yesterday
We look at the future of the Galway electoral area with the Head of Electoral Operations
10am-11am
New Interim Surgical Hub for Merlin Park to be among first in country delivered
Galway digital marketing firm nominated for 3 European Awards
OT with multiple neurological disorders to launch book Knowing No Boundaries at Kenny’s on Thursday
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‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway are joint top of the Leinster senior hurling championship after Portuma’s Declan McLoughlin capped off his senior debut with the equalizing score against Kilkenny on Sunday (30th April).
It finished Galway 1-25 Kilkenny 0-28 in Nowlan Park, putting the Tribesmen on three points, just behind the Cats and Micheal Donoghue’s Dublin on scoring difference.
Afterwards, Galway manager Henry Shefflin spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan and assembled media.
Galway Bay FM’s match commentary team were Niall Canavan and Cyril Farrell.
The Tribesmen’s third game is away to Westmeath next Saturday. Throw-in at TEG Cusack Park, Mullingar is 6pm.
An inspirational score from Declan McLoughlin for @Galway_GAA to level the game in the dying seconds!! #GAANOW pic.twitter.com/Ueqz8YazP3
— The GAA (@officialgaa) April 30, 2023
Galway are the 2023 Connacht under-14 ladies football champions after two late goals secured a 3-8 to 2-7 victory over Mayo on Saturday (29th April) at the Connacht GAA Centre in Bekan.
Afterwards, Galway manager Trevor Clohessy chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Ivan Smyth.
Ivan also had a word with Galway mentor Damien Cosgrove.
Connacht ended up the wrong side of a 24-17 result against Munster on Saturday in their opening game of the Junior interprovincial series.
Tries from Ben Hynes and Henry O’Toole allowed them build a 17-point advantage in Tuam but they wouldn’t score again.
Afterwards, Connacht Head Coach Barry Ruane spoke to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
Connacht’s next outing is away to Leinster next Saturday (6th May). Kick-off in Portlaoise is 2.30pm.
Galway have been beaten in the Leinster under 20 hurling championship quarter-final on Saturday (29th April), going down 3-20 to 2-17 to Offaly in Tullamore.
The Tribesmen trailed 2-8 to 0-9 at half-time before Reuben Davitt’s goal helped restore parity. Liam Leen added another near the finish but Offaly advanced to face Dublin.
Galway Bay FM’s Ollie Turner reports.
Afterwards, Galway manager Brian Hanley gave his thoughts to Galway Bay FM’s Gordon Duane.
Galway Bay FM’s match commentary team were Ollie Turner and Gordon Duane.
Galway United maintained their seven-point lead at the top of the SSE Airtricity League First Division on Friday (28th April) with a 1-0 win over Cobh Ramblers.
Vincent Borden volley on 50 minutes secured an 11th straight win.
Afterwards, Galway United assistant manager Ollie Horgan chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty.
Meanwhile, Galway United Friends Co-op are running a bus to Monday’s (1st may) match away to Longford Town, leaving The Connacht Hotel at 4.30pm.
To book a seat, contact Stephen Connolly at 085-2206645.
Kick-off at Bishopsgate on Monday is 7.30pm and will be LIVE on Galway Bay FM.
Charlie Cox’s late free secured Galway a third consecutive victory in this year’s Connacht Minor Football Championship on Friday (28th April).
It completed a great turnaround by the Tribesmen who’d earlier fallen three points before Jack Heneghan equalised with Galway’s goal.
With Roscommon beating Leitrim 5-9 to 0-12, it means Galway have now qualified for the Connacht Final on May 26th.
Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports
Afterwards, Galway manager Alan Glynn caught up with Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins.
Galway’s final group game is at home to Leitrim on Friday, 12th May. Throw-in at Tuam Stadium is 7pm.
Racing in Ireland today is in Punchestown.
While cross-channel, there are meetings in Sandown, Haydock, Leicester, Ripon, Doncaster and Wolverhampton.
Here’s Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh
The Galway under 20 hurling team for Saturday’s (29th April) Leinster semi-final against Offaly also shows one change, with Carnmore’s Ronan Killilea replacing Darren Murphy.
The Tribesmen beat Wexford in their last outing after successive defeats to Dublin and Kilkenny.
Galway manager Brian Hanley has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Throw-in at O’Connor Park, Tullamore on Saturday is 1pm, and we’ll have full online coverage on our website galwaybayfm.ie.
Galway’s undefeated minor hurlers return to action on Bank Holiday Monday (1st May) in the Leinster semi-final against Dublin.
The Tribesmen’s starting 15 will be named on Saturday afternoon.
Leading up the game, Galway manager Fergal Healy has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Throw-in at O’Connor Park, Tullamore on Monday is 2pm, and we’ll have full online coverage on our website galwaybayfm.ie.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Introduction to Mervue with three stalwarts from the area
We speak to two women who have taken care of generations of Mervue children crossing the roads in the area
We talk to a Polish national who has made his home in Mervue
10am-11am
Maureen Gillen, the wife of Chick, tells us of her Mervue memories
Cope Galway has made a big impact in the area, we speak to their staff and local friends
A past employee of Royal Tara China speaks of her work throughout the years
11am-12pm
We talk to Mervue United and St Jame’s GAA
Pat Philbin reflects on his fondest memories and the orchard
We hear about the choral tradition in the area
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
The Connacht Junior Management team have announced a late change to the squad ahead of their opening interprovincial against Munster on Saturday (29th April).
Ross Fahy of Tuam has been ruled out and will be replaced by University of Galway’s Sean O’Grady.
Leading up to the game, Connacht Junior Head Coach Barry Ruane has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
Kick-off at Garraun Park in Tuam on Saturday is 2.30pm and we’ll have updates here on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Grant money allocated to St Fursa’s Hall and other community organisations across Galway
Five inspirational arthritis advocates are the focus of National Arthritis Week 2023
IPAV launches rental market proposals
10am-11am
Tractor run to take place in aid of a wheelchair bound Galway man
Connacht Tribune Headlines
We speak to a Knocknacarra family about their Make a Wish ahead of the charity’s fundraiser tomorrow
COPE Galway Reports 3,874 Crisis Calls from Women Experiencing Domestic Abuse
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway’s minor footballers line out for the third consecutive week this Friday (28th April) when they travel to Mayo in the Connacht Championship.
The teams met three times in last year’s championship, including the All-Ireland Final when the Tribesmen were victorious.
Galway have started with two wins over Sligo and Roscommon, and another could book a provincial final spot. Mayo are playing just their second game, following a 2-17 to 0-11 win over Roscommon.
Leading up to the game, Galway manager Alan Glynn has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, Castlebar on Friday is 7pm.
After four games unbeaten, Galway United are back on the road this week against DLR Waves in the SSE Airtricity League Women’s Premier Division (Saturday, 29th April).
The Tribeswomen are currently fourth, five points ahead of their opponents.
Galway United manager Phil Trill has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Kick-off at the UCD Bowl on Saturday is 4pm.
Galway take on Mayo this Saturday (29th April) in the Connacht under-14 Ladies Football Final.
The sides met during the first ‘Festival of Football’ blitz three weeks ago when the Green and Red prevailed.
Galway manager Trevor Clohessy has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Throw-in at the Connacht GAA Centre, Bekan on Saturday is 4pm.
Salthill Devon were crowned Western Hygiene Supplies Premier Division champions on Tuesday (25th April), without having to kick a ball, as nearest rivals Athenry drew with St. Bernard’s.
It ensured back-to-back titles after four straight wins including a 2-0 win against Athenry, 10 days previously.
After securing their title success, manager Emlyn Long chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Tuesday’s results were as follows: St. Bernard’s 3-3 Athenry, West United 1-5 Colga, and Corrib Celtic 1-0 Mervue United.
Maintain your health journey this year with the Good Health Naturally on Galway Talks with Evergreen Healthfoods.
Helen from Evergreen Healthfoods answers some queries from listeners on Good Health Naturally tomorrow on Galway Talks
Sleep routine for a child with ADHD
Help for nerve pain after Shingles
Keeping moths away from your clothes
Multivitamin to help give more energy
Easing stiffness and lower back pain
Listen Back here to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan.
Good Health Naturally April 25th 2023#goodhealthnaturally#galwaytalks#evergreenhealthfooods#HelenatEvergreen
For more Good Health Naturally advice from Polly and Helen in Evergreen Healthfoods check out our Podcast Library or tune in to Galway Talks every second Tuesday.
For 30 years, Evergreen Healthfoods has been at the forefront of natural health & wellness in Ireland, with each product in their range hand-selected for quality.
Evergreen Healthfoods is a family-run, Irish business founded by Kieran & Aideen Hurley, they have 8 stores in Galway and proudly serve the whole of Ireland though their online store. They first opened their doors in 1992 on Mainguard Street in the heart of Galway City. Over 30 years, with Founders Kieran and Aideen Hurley at the helm, they have built their reputation and today are proud to be one of Ireland’s best-loved independent health food stores.
A family-run Irish business, they have grown over the years to eight health food stores stores in and around Galway, launching their online health store – evergreen.ie – in 2008.
In 2020, Kieran and Aideen were awarded a Special Recognition Award for Services to Retail from Health Stores Ireland, praised as ‘standard bearers, tireless campaigners and proud supporters of the wider health food sector’.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Macra na Feirme are walking in protest from Athy to Government buildings to highlight their concerns with rural Ireland
Meeting to be held over alleged incident of environmental sabotage in Merlin Woods in February
Deported Palestinian human rights lawyer gives Galway talk
10am-11am
Expanded Vacant Property Refurbishment grant will help bring more derelict properties back into use
‘Cruel, immoral, and unacceptable’ – Doras condemns government failure on refugees and asylum seekers
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Job Spot
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Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan presents the weekend round-up show that included:
Galway beat Roscommon in the Connacht senior football semi-final;
The Tribesmen overcome a past start to get past Wexford in the Leinster senior hurling championship;
Galway’s minor camogie side come up just short against Cork in All-Ireland semi-final;
Wins for the Galway under-20 hurlers and minor footballers;
Connacht Rugby on the verge of Champions Cup despite defeat to Glasgow in Scotland;
Galway United make it the ‘Perfect 10’ in the Airtricity League;
All this and more.
‘The Full-Time Whistle’ broadcasts every Sunday evening from 7pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Green minister Pippa Hackett accuses TD Michael Fitzmaurice of using Trump tactics with rural voters
Special Meeting of the Galway City Council ran out of time during a vote on a motion calling on Government to reinstate the eviction moratorium
10am-11am
72-hour ceasefire comes into effect in Sudan
Sea swimmers in Galway to celebrate our connection to the sea as part of the Galway Theatre Festival’s SALT event
Childhood Services Ireland calls for increased State investment in childcare
Glinsk GAA Club’s ‘My Lovely Bull’ sketch goes viral ahead of fundraiser
11am-12pm
Top Galway Artists Go Undercover for Incognito 2023 in aid of Jack and Jill
Evergreen Good Health Natural
Brand new Teenage Drama series “Saol Ella” is on TG4 screens with a Spiddal girl starring
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Clean-up operation under way after oil spill in Galway
Ombudsman finds that HSE refused to reimburse patients’ legitimate costs for treatment abroad
Bill seeks to protect schools from ‘unreasonable litigation’
10am-11am
New survey on lack of accommodation in Galway is hampering the employment numbers and targets are being reduced
Director of the Inis Meáin Knitting Company hits out at what he deems inadequate access to the island
Macra na Feirme to walk in protest from Athy to Government buildings to highlight their concerns with rural Ireland
11am-12pm
Sports Review
We hear from a prolific sailor who is bringing his wooden boat to Galway to reside in Inis Oírr
Ever and Always The Marvellous Story of Aleen Cust ‘Britain And Ireland’s First Female Vet’ (a Bi-lingual Primary School workbook)
Break Out Pictures announce theatrical release of Sinéad O’Shea’s award-winning festival favourite PRAY FOR OUR SINNERS
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway’s minor camogie team came up just short in this Electric Ireland All-Ireland semi-final on Sunday (23rd April) as Cork ran out two-point winners.
The Tribesgirls’ goals came from Kayla Madden, Aoibheann Barry and Caoimhe Kelly, but there was confusion over exactly how much Galway trailed in the closing stages.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports
Afterwards, Darren caught up with Galway manager Aaron Fox
It’s the end of the road for our minor team as they lost out by two points this afternoon against Cork this evening.
Galway 3-10
Cork 1-18Well done for all your efforts throughout the year! @gbfmsports pic.twitter.com/98RZZ3d2FP
— Official Galway Camogie (@GalwayCamogie96) April 23, 2023
Today is Special Olympic Ireland’s Annual Collection Day and you’re being asked to play your part to help support the groups ongoing sport, health and leadership programmes.
Collection Day funds are used to support the athletes in their training and competition throughout a 4 year cycle.
This year Special Olympics Ireland will send a team of 73 athletes, supported by a 34-strong coaching and management team to compete in 12 sports at the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin.
John Morley caught up with Knocknacarra Special Olympics’ star and her mum as their collection day appeal gets underway.
Situated in the East of Galway City, Ballybane Library has developed a number of community based initiatives including a brand new maker space in the library where local groups are encouraged to come together for various activities such as lego sessions, book clubs and craft sessions.
Sally-Ann Barrett met up with Deirdre Dooley in the library’s maker space to talk about what the craft group is all about.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Galway City Evictions- Galway West TD Says Enquiries for Assistance From Those Facing Homelessness Is Biggest Issue Right Now
Galway Fuel Merchant Says Future of the Industry Is Under Threat Ahead of Meetings with Political Parties Next Week
10am-11am
Family Call for New Law Following Apology from UHG Over Death of Shane Banks
Enterprise Minister Rejects Recent EU Report Highlighting Underperformance of West When It Comes to Regional Development
Local Independent Deputy reacts to the Minister’s remarks
11am-12pm
City Tribune Headlines
Sports Preview
Knocknacarra Special Olympics Star Look For Your Support This Collection Day
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On this episode, Keith spoke to:
- Pat Murphy Galway IFA – On sourcing fertiliser from the North
- Paul Mooney – Irish Farmers Journal – Recent Land Report
- Mick Culkeen – Farmer & Credit Union – Cultivate Loans – On their national cultivate week and event
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
Kieran Molloy has weighed in nearly one kilo heavier than his Colombian opponent ahead of tomorrow’s eight-round welterweight bout in Leisureland.
The Oughterard boxer, unbeaten in four fights, came in at 67.7kg at the Loft in 7 Bar; ahead of Fernando Mosquera at 66.8kg.
At the weigh-in, fight promoter Jamie Conlon chatted to Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
John also got the thoughts of European boxing commentator and former Irish PRO Champion Alan Donnellan from Athenry.
Prior to Wednesday’s Press Conference at the same venue, Kieran Molloy gave his thoughts to Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh.
The main event of the ‘Galway Rising’ eight-fight card, takes place around 10pm on Friday night (21st April) and will be LIVE on Galway Bay FM.
On Ask the Dentist this week Dr. Brian Delgado from Gate Dental Clinic spoke with Sally Ann Barrett on Galway Talks about what to do when a tooth is knocked out.
Getting a tooth completely knocked out is not such a common occurrence but can occasionally be seen in children/adolescents especially during sporting injuries. Are their certain individuals more prone to this? It can be classed as a dental emergency that requires immediate attention
So what are the treatment choices for this? Listen Back Here to Dr. Brian Delgado’s answers.
Ask the Dentist – A Tooth Knocked Out – Apr’23Make an appointment with ‘Ask The Dentist’ on Galway Talks each month and …. Lets keep smiling
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About Gate Dental Clinic Galway
Dentist Galway – a first-class service from our approachable team of dental professionals, in a high-end practice.
Dentist Galway – As one of the older established practices in Galway city, we are situated on the ground floor near the docks.
Our wonderful team have been with us for up to 33 years providing continuous family dentistry for this time. Our dentist Dr Delgado qualified in 2000.
Our hygienist Blaithin Donoghue has been with the practice since 1991 and Dr Dragoi since 2020.
Dentist Galway – we embrace modern technology at Gate Dental Clinic and we introduced the first Cerec Cad Cam computerised system in Ireland. This allows customised porcelain fillings, crowns, veneers and bridges in one visit. Most importantly we undertake to listen to your concerns and provide you with the information to make the best decision to suit your needs. If you have any queries for our clinic or looking for a dentist Galway or would like to book an appointment please submit an enquiry here.
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Tel: 091 547592
Email: info@gateclinic.com
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Remember to make an appointment with ‘Ask The Dentist’ on Galway Talks the first Wednesday of each month around 11:30am
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Do We Need A New Political Party? Local TD Michael Fitzmaurice calls on independents to create a real alternative for rural voters
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month- Campaign Continues To Lower Screening Age
10am-11am
Women’s Health- Galway Physiotherapist Encourages Women Not to Suffer in Silence
Ballybane Library- Galway City Library Shows How Much It Has To Offer the Community
Connacht Tribune Headlines
11am-12pm
Gardening Slot
Ballinasloe Singer Rachel Goode Live in Studio Performance
Galway Grandmother wins Silver at the World Transplant Games in Perth
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway Talks: Policing Progress in City and County
In November 2022 there was a changing of the guard in terms of policing in Galway.
Taking up the appointment as Galway’s most senior garda, Galway’s new Chief Superintendent set out plans to focus on community policing and crime, in particular tackling organised crime and the prevalence of drugs in the county.
Chief Superintendent Gerry Roche, Galway Gardai spoke to Sally-Ann about what has changed and is Galway a safer place? Listen to find out.
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After 420 days of resistance, a free Ukraine still manages to exist although having paid an extraordinary price in suffering.
How can we make sense of the invasion and what it means for Ukraine, Europe, and Ireland? Or indeed our wider world?
What lessons can or should be drawn, and what is the path to the war ending?
Those are the issues which were discussed at the University of Galway this morning at a Roundtable Discussion Ukraine’s Fight For Survival.
Ms Larysa, Ukrainian Ambassador to Ireland, Mr Mar-ius, Lithuanian Ambassador to Ireland and Ms Anna, Polish Ambassador to Ireland joined Sally-Ann on Galway Talks this morning.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Galway Gardai’s Chief Superintendent Discusses Policing Progress in City and County
From Ukraine to Loughrea- A Community Response
10am-11am
Ukraine’s Fight For Survival- Ambassadors from Ukraine, Lithuania and Poland Join Us LIve in Studio to Discuss
Motoring Slot
GRETB FET Centre Open Day and Photo Exhibition
11am-12pm
Galway Talks Listener Highlights Concerns As Facemasks No Longer Mandatory in Hospitals
Ask the Dentist
Galway Son of Jadotville Hero to Launch Website Documenting the Trauma of Moral Injury
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Lhara Mullins- Author of It Takes a Village: Navigating the Journey of Parenting Your Autistic Child,
Lhara Mullins is a parent of four children, three of whom are autistic. She also works as a lecturer in health promotion at NUI Galway and qualified as a social worker in 2012. She is passionate about supporting parents to support their children. Lhara’s lived experience as a parent, combined with her background in health promotion teaching and research, places her in a unique position from which to offer insight and guidance to other parents of autistic children.
Broadcaster Keith Walsh – speaks about being diagnosed with ADHD and Autism.
Galway senior hurling manager Henry Shefflin has named a 38-man panel for this year’s Leinster championship, captained by Turloughmore’s Daithi Burke.
The Tribesmen begin their campaign this Saturday (22nd April) against Wexford, who have a major doubt over defender Matthew O’Hanlon due to ankle injury.
Dublin’s Sean Stack will referee Saturday’s game. He oversaw Galway’s defeat to Waterford in the 2021 qualifiers.
Leading up to the game, Galway manager Henry Shefflin has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Throw-in at Pearse Stadium on Saturday is 4.30pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Galway Senior Hurling Championship Panel 2023
Henry Shefflin and his Management Team have announced the Galway Senior Hurling Panel ahead of the opening round of the @gaaleinster Senior Hurling Championship.
Best of Luck to all involved!#riseofthetribes#gaillimhabú pic.twitter.com/pfyuLoAmQT
— Galway GAA (@Galway_GAA) April 17, 2023
John Porch has returned to training and is available for Connacht’s trip to Glasgow this Saturday (22nd April), but captain Jarrad Butler is still out with a hamstring issue.
Andy Friend’s team have qualified for the play-offs but need one more result to make next year’s Champions Cup.
Leading up to the game, Connacht Head Coach Pete Wilkins has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
William also got the thoughts of Connacht flanker Conor Oliver.
Kick-off at Scotstoun Stadium on Saturday is 7.35pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Galway Bay FM’s coverage is brought to you in association with …
Galway Talks: Aoife Noone – Cyber Services Aoife Noone – Cyber Services has developed a cyber mindset “Think Smart” talk and workshop for secondary schools – using material from high performance mindset program she completed last year to show the schools a key lesson on how to think smarter for better results.
Listen below for more
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Junior Minister Anne Rabbitte Discusses the Findings of the Autism Innovation Strategy Consultation Report
Galway Parent of Autistic Children Gives Her Reaction To First Stage of Autism Innovation Strategy Findings
10am-11am
David Nevin Rounds Up The Latest Developments At Galway City Council
Darkness Into Light Returns To Galway on May 6th 2023
11am-12pm
Garda Slot
New Cyber Safety & Social Media Awareness Course Being Piloted in Galway Secondary Schools
Leading Irish and International Writers to arrive in Galway for 38th Cúirt International Festival of Literature
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Listen back to our Over the Line OB on Monday night, live from Blackrock Cottage in Salthill. Presented by Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh…
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Will the proposed extension of free GP visit cards lead to a waiting list to see your local GP? That’s the scenario that the Irish Medical Organisation (IMO) has warned may develop due to the proposed extension of Free GP Visit cards to an additional 500,000 people which the group warns will “overwhelm” the service.
The warning was given at the AGM of the IMO which took place over the weekend.
But the Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has played down the warning and has claimed that research suggests that the changes would result in an extra three to five patients a week for each GP.
So what does this mean for patients?
Sally-Ann Barrett caught up with Dr Martin Daly, Ballygar GP and Former IMO president to find out more.
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The Succession Debate for Farmers – Mountbellew’s Farmers Yard Sees Farmers Join a Social Setting to Look at Future Options Currently one third of Irish farmers are over the age of 65, and in 10 years’ time half of Irish farmers are going to be over the age of 65.
Topics like succession can be difficult to discuss but a new initiative called the Farmer’s Yard is helping farmers to meet up at their local mart to chat and get vital information about such topics that are important to them.
The first Farmer’s Yard in the country began last month at its pilot venue of Mountbellew Mart where every Friday evening farmers are invited to the canteen to have a cup of tea, a chat and take part in discussions on farm related topics.
The idea was the brainchild of Dr Shane Conway of the University of Galway. Sally-Ann spoke to Dr Conway’s colleague Dr Maura Farrell Associate Professor in the Geography Dept of the University of Galway who explained why the farmer’s yard was born.
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Are Delays to See a Galway GP Set to Increase?
The Succession Debate for Farmers- Mountbellew’s Farmers Yard Sees Farmers Join a Social Setting to Look at Future Options
10am-11am
Ballinasloe History Lovers in for a treat with new Antiques Roadshow Style Event Tonight
Galway City Dog Wardens Highlight Increasing Number of Dogs Requiring a Forever Home & Discuss Upcoming Control of Dogs Legislation
11am-12pm
Sports Review
Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & Associates Woodquay
We get the reaction to Joe Biden’s visit to Ireland with one of his Ballina cousins
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Introduction to Inis Mór with two stalwarts with a deep grá for the island
The draw of Inis Mór has pulled to young men back from across the globe
We hear some of the behind-the-scenes stories from the filming of the Banshees of Inisherin on the island
10am-11am
We speak to a Dublin native who has become part of the furniture on the island
We speak to two generations of women who have had a big impact on the island after their family arrived from Kenya
We speak to a man from Shantalla and a woman from Switzerland who have made the island their home
11am-12pm
We speak to some of the football and handball stars who reside on the island
We speak as Gaeilge with one of the most legendary sean-nos singers who hails from the island
We are played out with music and vocals from the Molloy siblings from the island
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Maintain your health journey this year with the Good Health Naturally on Galway Talks with Evergreen Healthfoods.
Helen from Evergreen Healthfoods answers some queries from listeners on Good Health Naturally tomorrow on Galway Talks
Irish Moss to shift a lingering cough
Recommendations to help a Leaving Cert Student
Flaxseeds or Linseeds which are more beneficial.
healing scabs on a child left after hand, foot and mouth
what to use or take to try and control Rosacea
Listen Back here to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan.
Good Health Naturally April 2023#goodhealthnaturally#galwaytalks#evergreenhealthfooods#HelenatEvergreen
For more Good Health Naturally advice from Polly and Helen in Evergreen Healthfoods check out our Podcast Library or tune in to Galway Talks every second Tuesday.
For 30 years, Evergreen Healthfoods has been at the forefront of natural health & wellness in Ireland, with each product in their range hand-selected for quality.
Evergreen Healthfoods is a family-run, Irish business founded by Kieran & Aideen Hurley, they have 8 stores in Galway and proudly serve the whole of Ireland though their online store. They first opened their doors in 1992 on Mainguard Street in the heart of Galway City. Over 30 years, with Founders Kieran and Aideen Hurley at the helm, they have built their reputation and today are proud to be one of Ireland’s best-loved independent health food stores.
A family-run Irish business, they have grown over the years to eight health food stores stores in and around Galway, launching their online health store – evergreen.ie – in 2008.
In 2020, Kieran and Aideen were awarded a Special Recognition Award for Services to Retail from Health Stores Ireland, praised as ‘standard bearers, tireless campaigners and proud supporters of the wider health food sector’.
Galway stand 60 minutes from successfully retaining their Very National Camogie League title when they take on Cork in Croke Park on Sunday (16th April).
It’s a repeat of last year’s decider which the Tribeswomen won 2-14 to 1-13. Galway are going for their seventh title overall; while Cork are looking for a first league crown in 10 years.
Leading up to the game, Galway captain Shauna Healy has been chatting with Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane.
Tommy also got the thoughts of Galway manager Cathal Murray.
Throw-in at Croke Park on Sunday is 1.50pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
12/4/2023 Very Camogie Leagues Division 1A Finalists; Pictured in Croke Park is Dervla Higgins, Div 1A Galway Camogie Player and Amy O’Connor, Div 1A Cork Camogie Player ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan
This evening, the curtain will rise for the start of the Bostik All-Ireland Confined Drama Finals which will be hosted in Glenamaddy.
The village’s Community Centre first hosted the finals in 1993 and again in 2010 and has become the first venue to host the finals for a third time.
To celebrate this special occasion, Galway Bay FM have put together a special package on the finals and those who have worked so hard to make it a success.
Presented by John Mulligan and broadcast on Galway Talks with John Morley.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Noel Thomas and Shelly Herterich Quinn on the Moycullen bomb threat and incident of criminal damage and firearm discharge in Athenry.
Fr Richard Gibbons, Rector of Knock Shrine, on the visit of President Joe Biden.
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Caroline Heffernan joins us as Galway people are urged to support Cystic Fibrosis Ireland ahead of 65 Roses Day on Friday.
10am-11am
INTO General Secretary, John Boyle on the INTO Congress held over the past three days with pay and cost of living motions to the fore.
Dave O’Connell on the Connacht Tribune Headlines.
Mayor of Galway City Clodagh Higgins as tickets for the Mayoral Ball go on sale.
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Marguerite Cotter, Commercial Marketing Director with PhoneWatch on the 8% decrease in Galway burglaries according to the latest CSO statistics.
11am-12pm
Ann McKeon on your Gardening questions.
Geraldine Uí Fhiric Principal as a Gaelscoil offers 5-bed house rent-free to family of school-age children.
Glenamaddy gears up to host the All-Ireland Confined Drama Finals
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Mary Nee, Assistant Director Galway Samaritans, as Charlie Bird extends his hand of friendship during Forest Walk for The Samaritans.
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
The Galway senior ladies football team for the LIDL Ladies National Football League Final on Saturday (15th April) against Kerry has been named with five changes from their last league fixture three weeks ago.
Alannah Griffin, Kate Geraghty, Eimile Gavin, Aoife Molloy and Róisín Leonard are the changes from their 3-11 to 0-17 defeat to the Kingdom in their final league regulation fixture three weeks ago.
The Tribeswomen have never won the National League Division 1 title, having lost the decider on six previous occasions, the most recent being 2019. Kerry’s last success was back in 1991.
At the recent LIDL media day, Galway captain Sarah Ní Loingsigh shared her thoughts with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Darren also caught up with Galway joint managers Fiona Wynne and Maghnus Breathnach.
Kerry captain Siofra O’Shea, along with team-mates Mary O’Connell and Emma Costello, speaking to Radio Kerry ahead of Saturday’s National League Final against Galway
Kerry joint managers Darragh Long and Declan Quill speaking to Radio Kerry before their National League Final against Galway
Throw-in at Croke Park on Saturday is 5pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Galway United will hope to maintain their recent good form on Saturday (15th April) when they take on Shamrock Rovers in the SSE Airtricity League Women’s Premier Division.
The Tribeswomen secured wins over champions Shelbourne and last year’s runners-up in March before a two-week break.
They currently sit in 5th place, just three points behind leaders Peamount. But their next opponents are one point ahead of them with a game in hand.
Leading up to the game, Galway United manager Phil Trill had a chat with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Kick-off at Eamonn Deacy Park on Saturday is 5pm and we’ll have regular updates here on Galway Bay FM.
The Galway minor football team for their Connacht championship opener against Sligo will be named at 9am on Friday morning (14th April).
There are five survivors from last year’s All-Ireland winning campaign, including captain Shay McGlinchey (Tuam Stars) and vice-captain Charlie Cox (Maigh Cuilinn).
Galway manager Alan Glynn has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Markievicz Park on Friday is 6.30pm and we’ll have full online coverage on our website galwaybayfm.ie.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Tributes to ‘two beautiful young people’ killed in Headford crash
100 new jobs at Xerotech in Galway
Officials to bypass Stormont deadlock to publish review of island’s rail network
10am-11am
New campaign urging politicians in Galway to take action on Ireland’s under-resourced genetic services
Holy Rosary College secure National win at 2023 Certified Irish Angus Schools’ Competition
Galway Hospice Car Raffle
Job Spot
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Connacht captain Jack Carty claims he’s ready to go for their final BKT United Rugby Championship home game this season this Saturday (15th April).
Carty joins Finlay Bealham and Denis Buckley in being available after hamstring, knee nad ankle injuries respectively.
Jarrad Butler (achilles) and Josh Murphy (head) could also make their return against Cardiff. Byron Ralston (ankle) is another who’s returned to full training after suffering an injury against Newcastle in January.
But John Porch (calf) and Dave Heffernan (achilles) are unavailable; while there’s no further update on Conor Fitzgerald (ankle), Oisin McCormack (hamstring), Gavin Thornbury (knee) and Sean Masterson (achilles).
Leading up to the game, Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend has been speaking with Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
William also got the thoughts of Connacht captain Jack Carty.
Kick-off at the Sportsground on Saturday is 7.35pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Adrian O’Neill, Derek Rogers and George McDonagh.
Among the topics discussed were:
Mixed fortunes for Galway hurlers in minor and under-20 Leinster championships;
Heroic wins for New York and Roscommon in the Connacht senior football championship;
Galway United make it eight from eight in the SSE Airtricity League First Division;
A reflection on the basketball year, a look at the weekend’s Premier League action;
All this and more.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was professional golfer Declan Cunningham.
Declan is known countrywide as the owner of GolfStyle in Galway and a mentor for many of Galway’s young golfers. Declan also has a great interest in horse racing.
He was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Two teenagers dead following Galway car crash
Funeral of woman who died in Galway horse riding accident to be held in UK
Man in serious condition following assault by group in Galway city
10am-11am
US President Joe Biden to begin three-day Irish visit in Belfast this evening
Tech Connections: Building innovation and digital technology links between the West of Ireland and the UK
Clifden Trad Fest 2023
Garda Slot
11am-12pm
Hangman/From A Low and Quiet Sea – Actor Denis Conway coming to Galway for two plays
Evergreen Good Health Natural
Businesswoman of the Year Awards applications closing on April 13th
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway have qualified for the Leinster senior hurling semi-finals after this 13-point victory over Kilkenny on Friday (7th April).
Clarinbridge’s Aaron Niland scored a second half to allow the Tribesmen pull clear, but Kilkenny could still be future opponents as they’ll now contest a quarter-final.
Galway Bay FM’s Gordon Duane reports.
After Galway centre back Donnacha Campbell from Cappataggle chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Niall also got the thoughts of Galway manager Fergal Healy.
Galway will play their semi-final on the May Bank Holiday weekend.
‘Irish Fest – The Galway Story’ is an in-depth look at the 30-year relationship between Milwaukee Irish Festival and Galway.
This documentary explores the history, culture and personal stories that have shaped this wonderful partnership.
The documentary isn’t just about facts and figures, it’s also a deeply personal exploration of the human experience, featuring an interview with Patrick Connolly – a young man from South Galway who emigrated many years ago to the United States.
He attended the festival with his family when he was unable to travel home. He continues to attend every year.
Discover the Hidden Story behind Milwaukee Irish Fest on Galway Bay FM.
Over the course of the last eight months, father and daughter team Keith and Katie Finnegan have interviewed key players in Ireland and Milwaukee, delved into historical archives, and uncovered hidden gems that will surprise and delight you over the two hours.
The documentary was funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland.
The Mayor of the city of Milwaukee Cavalier Johnson speaks about the sister cities’ relationship; Galway based ‘We Banjo 3’ speak about the cracking American market in three days; and former Papal Nuncio to Ireland Archbishop Jude Thaddeus Okolo all feature in the documentary along with a host of other guests.
‘Irish Fest – The Galway Story’ broadcasted on Galway Bay FM on Good Friday (7th April 2023).
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Over 500 people accommodated by COPE Galway’s Homeless Service as emergency accommodation at capacity
LOI legend Colin Hawkins opens up on his cancer diagnosis
The importance of Gut Health (It’s all about the GUT)
10am-11am
Aoife Dolan and Jamie Donoghue House Fire Recovery
Connacht Tribune Headlines
Walk for Crumlin
One Good Club – Mountbellew/Moylough
11am-12pm
Gardening Slot with Anne McKeown
Tuam Martyrs Centenary Commemorations
The Best Vegan Easter Treats to Try in 2023
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
There’ll be no show Good Friday or Easter Monday. Galway Talks will return on Tuesday, 11th April.
Galway begin their Leinster under-20 hurling championship campaign this Saturday (8th April) when they take on Dublin.
It’s a new format with the Tribesmen also having group games against Kilkenny (15th April – 2pm Tullamore) and Wexford (21st April – Portlaoise). The top two advance to the semi-finals, with the others playing quarter-finals.
It guarantees Galway at least four games. They only had one in 2022 when they went down to Kilkenny in the Leinster semi-final.
Ahead of the game, Galway manager Brian Hanley has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
At the recent oneills.com Championship launch, Galway captain Adam Nolan shared his thoughts with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in between Galway and Dublin on Saturday in Birr is 3pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Trump, Trump & more Trump
Atlantic Technological University First Anniversary
Somalia urgently needs Co. Galway Lenten donations says Trócaire
10am-11am
Menopause The Musical coming to Galway 10th May
Motoring Slot with Gerry Murphy
Job Spot with Patricia Hynes
Hayfever Season with Dr. Clare
11am-12pm
Abbey Theatre’s Tartuffe coming to the Black Box
Free Support Service for Children Impacted by Grief Opens in Galway
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Galway are through to the Connacht under-20 football final as two late goals for Michael Moughan and Matthew Thompson allowed them to pull away from Leitrim in Tuam Stadium on Tuesday (4th April).
The Tribesmen led 0-6 to 0-2 at half-time with Jake Slattery (0-3) and Sam O’Neill (0-2) proficient on the scoreboard.
However, the visitors reduced arrears to a single point entering the final 10 minutes. But after tapping over two frees, Galway got their green flags starting with Moughan on 55 minutes, before Thompson got the second in injury time.
Galway Bay FM’s man of the match was Éanna Donohue and he spoke afterwards to Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins.
Jonathan also caught up with Galway manager Dónal Ó Fatharta.
Galway Bay FM’s commentary team were Ollie Turner and Kevin Dwyer.
Galway will now take on Mayo, Roscommon or Sligo in the Connacht Final on Wednesday, 19th April.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Regional Chair of the IFA brought arctic loads of fertiliser from the North saving farmers E100 a tonne.
Actions of PSV Drivers and the Law
Tuam X-Ray facilities to be delivered after a long-delayed process
10am-11am
25th Anniversary Good Friday Agreement
Crime Prevention Advice
Living Your Best Life with COPD…Marking World Health Day (April 7), COPD Support Ireland hosts lifestyle webinar for people with COPD
11am-12pm
Ceara Conway performs CAOIN at An Taibhdhearc, April 6th
Aer Arann Half Marathon
May 13th Invitation to all past pupils and former Staff to join us in a celebration of Scoil Bhríde Mercy Secondary School Tuam,
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan,’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Listen back to the latest Over the Line Community Matters Outside Broadcast, live from Harney’s of Tynagh on Monday night as we focus on the sporting community of Tynagh Abbey Duniry. Presented by Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh…
Here is the first hour of the show…
Part 1This is the second hour of the show from Tynagh…
Part 2 George McDonagh, Ollie Turner, and Gerry Murphy live in Tynagh
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Mayor Clodagh Higgins and John Coleman, Chief Executive of the LDA on plan to transform land at Galway’s Sandy Road
Brian Molloy on his election as President of the Camogie Association
Senator Pauline O’Reilly who says that Hot School Meals to all Primary Schools should support local food production in Galway.
10am-11am
Senator Sean Kyne on a new school for Moycullen
George O’Malley on The Farmers Alliance
Chairman of the Amateur Drama Council of Ireland Coman Keaveney on the draw for the All-Ireland Amateur Drama Finals in Glenamaddy
Councilor Andrew Reddington on Community Hall’s ESB Bills
11am-12pm
The Weekend Sports Review with John Mulligan
Brendan McGrath from the Sandy Road Quarter
Financial advice from Dave McCarthy
Marie Gibbs on the OPW’s reopening of heritage sites in the county.
Galway begin their Connacht under 20 football championship campaign this Tuesday (4th April) when they take on Leitrim in the semi-final.
The Tribesmen haven’t won a championship game since December 2020, when they beat Dublin in Croke Park for their last title success.
However, confidence is high after their John Kerins Cup victory earlier this month. But they do play a Leitrim outfit that only went down to Mayo by one point at this stage last year.
Leading up to the game, Galway manager Dónal Ó Fatharta has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Throw-in at Tuam Stadium on Tuesday is 6.30pm and we’ll have full coverage on ou website galwaybayfm.ie.
Connacht are out of the European Rugby Challenge Cup following a 41-19 defeat to Benetton on Saturday (1st April).
Despite tries from Conor Oliver and two for John Porch, the Italians crossed the whitewash six times to advance to the quarter-finals.
Afterwards, Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend spoke to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
Connacht’s next game is against Cardiff in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday, 15th April. Kick-off at the Sportsground is 7.35pm.
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University of Galway Maree’s dreams of becoming the first team ever to complete a national Cup/Conference/League treble ended in despair on Saturday (1st April) as Emporium Cork Basketball were crowned InsureMyVan.ie Men’s Super League champions.
It finished 78-64 to the Munster outfit, who seized the initiative near the end of the first half.
Afterwards, a disappointed Maree head coach Charlie Crowley shared his thoughts with Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
Galway Bay FM’s match commentary team of John Mulligan and Adrian O’Neill reflected on University of Galway Maree’s defeat after the final buzzer.
On Friday night, Titans went down 71-65 to Garvey’s Tralee Warriors in the Under 20 men’s National decider.
University of Galway Maree team before the Men’s Super League National Final ©INPHO/Bryan Keane
Galway’s minor hurlers have qualified for the Leinster semi-finals after a 4-28 to 1-11 victory over Laois in Portlaoise on Saturday (1st April).
Aaron Niland top scored with 1-10, while Brian Callanan, Vince Morgan and Stephen Keane also netting.
Galway Bay FM’s Gordon Duane reports
Afterwards, man of the match Aaron Niland spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan
Niall also got the thoughts of Galway minor manager Fergal Healy
To relive the full contest, listen here to the full match with Galway Bay FM’s commentary team of Niall Canavan and Gordon Duane.
Galway’s final group game against Kilkenny has been fixed for Nowlan Park for Friday, 7th April at 5pm.
The Cats beat Antrim 2-21 to 1-8 to book their semi-final spot.
Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan interviewing Galway manager Fergal Healy for Clubber TV. Photo (c) Gordon Duane
Despite going a goal down, Galway United made it seven wins from seven in the SSE Airtricity League First Division with a 3-1 victory away to Athlone Town on Friday (31st March).
David Hurley struck twice, with Stephen Walsh finishing the scoring on 74 minutes, putting United seven points clear of Cobh Ramblers on top of the table.
Afterwards, Galway United double goalscorer David Hurley spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins.
Jonathan also got the thoughts of Galway United manager John Caulfield.
Galway United’s next game is away to Wexford FC on Friday, 7th April. Kick-off at Ferrycarrig Park is 7.45pm.
This weekend, three Galway Basketball Clubs will be aiming to win their respective leagues as the season draws to a close.
Titans face Garveys Tralee Warriors in the U20 Mens Final Tonight (Friday), On Sunday, Claregalway takes on Liffey Celtics in the Women’s Intermediate League Final while in the middle of that, University of Galway Maree will hope to end the season on a high by adding the Men’s Superleague crown to their Cup win last month.
Galway Bay FM brings you a special preview of the weekend where we talk to all three clubs ahead of the biggest games of their season.
Presented by John Mulligan
University of Galway Maree vs Bright St Vincents UG Maree team photo Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Ryan ByrneThe Claregalway Team bidding for National League Glory on SundayTitans who feature in the Men’s U20 League Final tonight
Optimum Nutrition®, the world’s number 1 sports nutrition brand[1], and part of the Glanbia Performance Nutrition brand family, was unveiled on Thursday (30th March) as the Official Performance Nutrition Partner of the Gaelic Players Association (GPA) in a new three-year partnership.
One of their ambassadors in attendance was Galway senior footballer Robert Finnerty, who chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Galway and Mayo meet in the Allianz National Football League Final on Sunday (2nd April).
Throw-in at Croke Park is 4pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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Through the new partnership, Optimum Nutrition® will provide its Elite Series product range of certified high quality performance nutrition products to adult players and counties nationwide through an online portal.
Optimum Nutrition® will also support the education of players on the importance of eating a nutritious diet along with appropriate high quality sports nutrition products to provide performance benefits throughout the season. The launch today was attended by Meath footballing ace, Emma Duggan, Kilkenny All-Star Michelle Teehan, Limerick hurling star, Sean Finn and Galway sharpshooter Robert Finnerty.
Optimum Nutrition has been trusted by all types of athletes for over 35 years and has fuelled billions of workouts in that time. To mark the launch of the partnership, Optimum Nutrition® is giving Gaelic clubs across Ireland the opportunity to win a top prize of state-of-the-art gym equipment, along with a year’s supply of Optimum Nutrition® product worth €25,000. The runner-up in the giveaway will win a year’s supply of Optimum Nutrition® product for their club worth €5,000 to further their training and performance goals. Visit optimumnutrition.com or @optimumnutrition_ie on Instagram for more information.
The partnership will be activated under the brand’s new communications platform ‘There’s more of you in you’. The platform brings to life the idea that we all have more inside us and Optimum Nutrition® supports motivated athletes and fitness enthusiasts as they work to unlock their potential. Optimum Nutrition® believes that incredible performances are not reserved for the elite but, with the right training, nutrition, and commitment, anyone can achieve the extraordinary.
Speaking at today’s launch, Hugh McGuire, CEO of Glanbia Performance Nutrition, the world’s no 1 Sports Nutrition company said: “Optimum Nutrition is the flagship brand in the Glanbia Performance Nutrition portfolio and has been helping athletes for over 35 years to build their strength and optimise their performance as part of their health and wellness routines. We are very proud to announce this new three-year partnership with the GPA and support their players on their journey to maximizing their athletic potential and helping them to achieve their performance goals.”
Tom Parsons, CEO of the Gaelic Players Association, added: “We are delighted to welcome Optimum Nutrition on board as the Official Performance Nutrition Partner of the GPA. As our members strive for peak performance on the field, Optimum Nutrition’s high-quality Elite Series products and performance nutrition expertise will be invaluable in supporting them in achieving their goals. We look forward to working together to support our players’ health and well-being as they continue to push the boundaries of Gaelic Games.”
Noreen Roche, Performance Nutritionist with Kilkenny GAA, concluded: “It is fantastic to see the GPA partner with Optimum Nutrition, a trusted sports nutrition brand renowned for their high-quality products. Their Elite Series range of products is Informed Sport certified, making it a confident choice when recommending supplements for players in addition to a healthy diet to support their high-performance goals.”
Announcement of Optimum Nutrition as the Official Performance Nutrition Partner of the Gaelic Players Association 30/3/2023 Pictured is Emma Duggan (Meath), Robert Finnerty (Galway), Michelle Teehan (Kilkenny) and Sean Finn (Limerick) alongside CEO of Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Hugh McGuire, CEO of the GPA, Tom Parsons and Croke Park Stadium Director and GAA Commercial Director, Peter McKenna at the announcement of Optimum Nutrition as the Official Performance Nutrition Partner of the Gaelic Players Association. ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Missing Loughrea man. Family seek Public’s Assistance
This weekend will see a marathon charity cycle from Maynooth to Galway and back in aid of As Darragh Did
Michael Scott Murder Trial
10am-11am
Women of Honour – Defence Forces Report
Donald Trump Indictment
City Tribune Headlines
Local Ireland Statement on Draft Defamation Legislation
Beat April 1st price hikes with these inflation-busting money saving tips
11am-12pm
Sports Preview with JOHN MULLIGAN
Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & Associates Woodquay
Former Miss Ireland returns to Galway after years in the middle east and sets up a hypnotherapy business
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show
9am-10am
Greenway Consultation in Gort Very Positive
Major Search Last Night In Renville/Oranmore area
Self-catering accommodation providers were in Dublin to protest the short-term letting bill
Credit union Managers Association Spring Conference & AGM “Change 2023” continues today
10am-11am
Connacht Tribune Headlines with Dave O’Connell
We hear from the new presenter of On The Move who is starting next week
The Martin Roundabout won’t be finished until the end of May
11am-12pm
Gardening Slot with Anne McKeown
Galway-based composer to rerelease piece of music to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement
Mental Health Ireland and Iarnród Éireann invite nation to ask How Are You? on March 30th
We remember the late comedian Paul O’Grady, who father hailed from Glinsk
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Galway play in their first National Football League final in five years this Sunday (2nd April) when they go up against arch-rivals Mayo.
The game takes place three weeks before a potential rematch in the Connacht Football Championship.
Annaghdown’s Damien Comer made his return in last week’s victory against All-Ireland champions Kerry and at the Allianz media day ahead of the decider, he was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Croke Park on Sunday is 4pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Mayo Senior footballer, Cillian O’Connor and Galway Senior footballer, Damien Comer, who have teamed up with Allianz today to look ahead to the upcoming Allianz Football League Division 1 Final this weekend. It’s an all-western Allianz Football League Division 1 final for the first time since 2001, when Mayo beat Galway by a point. Prior to that, the last all-Connacht final was in 1981 when Galway beat Roscommon ©INPHO/Bryan Keane
Merlin College Galway are the FAI Schools Boys Under 15A Connacht champions after a thrilling contest in Athlone on Wednesday (29th March), beating Summerhill Sligo 4-3.
Jack Sweeney and Qudus Adelanwa scored two goals each but they were made fight for the result.
The Galway school went 3-0 up inside 11 minutes in a breath taking start before being pegged back to 3-2 by half-time.
A 57th minute goal looked to have sealed the title, but Summerhill replied again in injury time leading to a tense conclusion before Merlin College prevailed.
Afterwards, Merlin manager Alan O’Dowd chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Merlin College will face Munster opposition in the All-Ireland semi-final after Easter.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
ESB explain the latest power outage to affect commuter traffic in Galway yesterday afternoon
Local Independent Deputies on different sides of the aisle ahead of the Government no confidence motion
Galway Simon Community advocates for actionable solutions to the homelessness crisis
Over 65% of restaurants concerned they could have to close in the coming 12 months, Kroll research finds
10am-11am
Oranmore consultation on the Athlone to Galway cycleway project
Defence Forces ‘barely tolerates women’ and sexual and physical abuse common, review finds
Call on people in Galway to wear red this week to help combat racism
Job Spot
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Former Connacht captain John Muldoon is returning to the province as part of the coaching staff from next season, after signing a two-year contract.
The back row made 327 appearances over 15 years before retiring in 2018, leading Connacht to the PRO12 title two years earlier.
He’ll have responsibility for the lineout and maul, working in conjunction with Colm Tucker.
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Meanwhile, Ireland international Bundee Aki could make his first Connacht appearance since December in this Saturday’s (1st April 2023) European Challenge Cup trip to Benetton.
Connacht rugby have confirmed that Aki, Mack Hansen and Tiernan O’Halloran are all available for selection, but Denis Buckley and captain Jack Carty are still injured.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s William Davies has been chatting to Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins.
William also caught a word with Connacht forward Cian Prendergast.
Connacht are away to Benetton in the European Challenge Cup this Saturday. Kick-off at Treviso is 3pm.
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This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, William Davies, Eddie Hoare and George McDonagh.
Among this week’s topics were:
Three Galway teams reach National League Finals;
The senior footballers go up against Connacht rivals Mayo in Croke Park next weekend;
Connacht make it five wins on-the-trot in the United Rugby Championship;
Updates on Ireland against France in the EURO 2024 qualifiers;
University of Galway Maree into another National Basketball Final;
All this and more.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s special guests on were Galway City Harriers’ duo Brian Bruton and Kathryn Casserly.
Brian is a leading athlete in his own right and is the race director of the Streets of Galway.
Kathryn has competed in European cross-country events and managed Presentation College Athenry to All-Ireland success.
They were talking to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Minister of State with responsibility for Credit Unions to speak at their managers association spring AGM in Galway tomorrow
Cross Border Healthcare directive drop-in clinic to be held in Oranmore on Thursday
Cancer Care West Support Centre Open Day on Wednesday
10am-11am
REA survey sees biggest city rise in Galway city, where prices increased by 0.9pc to €334,000 – an annual increase of 11pc in an active market
Galway Fuel merchants seek crackdown on coal smuggling
Accompaniment Support Service for Children start volunteer recruitment drive in Galway
Garda Slot
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
In the first hour of the show, Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh were joined by Brian Bruton and Catherine Casserly to discuss Galway Athletics…
In the second hour, The Panel of Eddie Hoare and William Davies join Gerry and George to discuss the Galway footballers’ win over Kerry and all the main talking points in sport from the weekend…
Listen back to The Full Time Whistle with Gerry Murphy as we bring you reports and reaction to the Galway footballer’s win over Kerry, the Minor Hurlers’ win over Antrim, Galway United’s continuing good form and another big win for Connacht Rugby.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Gardaí are investigating an assault on a taximan in Doughiska yesterday afternoon
HSE urges awareness amid spike in vomiting bug cases
Short-Term Tourist Letting Register bill is moving through the Oireachtas and we hear about it’s implications
National Lottery Good Causes 2023 – East Galway & Midlands Cancer Support Services
10am-11am
Could we see a farmer/citizen party in Ireland?
Two thirds of SME’s in Connaught are currently using credit cards and overdrafts to facilitate daily cash flow requirements
Athlone-Galway cycleway announcement imminent
11am-12pm
Sports Review
Údaras na Gaeltachta launch management plan for Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark
Leading Galway businesswoman Mary Bennett to be honoured at black tie dinner
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Sarsfields’ Niamh McGrath was announced this week (Friday, 24th March) as the 2022 AIB All-Ireland Championship club player of the year after leading the club to their third All-Ireland crown in December.
She was also named on the team of the year along with Sarsfields teammates Laura Glynn, Reitseal Kelly, Laura Ward, Maria Cooney and Siobhán McGrath.
Niamh has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
Connacht have strengthened their top-8 position in the United Rugby Championship after a 41-26 victory over Edinburgh in the Sportsground on Saturday (25th March).
Captain Caolin Blade scored a hat-trick as Connacht ran in six tries. Cathal Forde, Conor Oliver and Jarrad Butler also crossed over the whitewash.
Afterwards, Caolin chatted to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
William also got the thoughts of Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend.
Connacht’s next game is away to Benetton in the European Challenge Cup on Saturday, 1st April. Kick-off at the Stadio Comunale di Monigo is 3pm.
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Galway have opened their Leinster minor hurling championship campaign with a 2-18 to 1-10 victory over Antrim in Darver this afternoon.
Colm Burke’s first-half goal allowed the Tribesmen to build up a 1-9 to 0-6 interval advantage before Aaron Niland finished off the second green flag three minutes from time.
Afterwards, Galway manager Fergal Healy gave his thoughts to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Galway’s next outing is away to Laois on Saturday, 1st April. Throw-in at Laois Hire O’Moore Park, Portlaoise is 2pm.
Galway United recorded their sixth consecutive Airtricity League First Division win last night (Friday, 24th March) against Longford Town.
It finished 1-0 at Eamonn Deacy Park thanks to Darren Clarke’s 76th minute goal. United are now six points clear of 2nd placed Bray Wanderers.
Afterwards, Galway United assistant manager Ollie Horgan chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty.
Galway United’s next game is away to Athlone Town on Friday, 31st March. Kick-off at Athlone Town Stadium is 7.45pm.
Racing today in Ireland is at the Curragh starting from 1.40, featuring the Paddy Power Irish Lincolnshire at 3.25.
Cross-channel, there’s racing in Bangor-on-Dee, Kelso, Lingfield, Newbury and Wolverhampton. The big race is the Goffs UK Spring Sale Bumper in Newbury at 3.50.
Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh gives his predictions
Despite doubts about the fixture beforehand, Dunmore Community School will take on Presentation Secondary School Milltown from Kerry on Saturday (25th March) in the LIDL All-Ireland PPS Junior C Ladies Football Final.
Dunmore beat Baileborough 1-14 to 2-10 in the semi-final and are chasing a first national title since their Senior C success in 2006.
Should they prevail, they’ll also become the first Galway team to win this competition since Coláiste Bhaile Chláir in 2017.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly has been chatting to Dunmore managers Emer Forde, Barbara Hannon and Susan O’Reilly.
Throw-in at Fethard 4G Town Park on Saturday is 6.30pm.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
We speak to a Claddagh native now living in Clare and her grandson now working from the village
Claddagh and its connection to the ocean and the local firefighting crew
The history of the Galway Hooker and a local novelist
10am-11am
We talk to a Galway businesswoman with strong links to the area and speak to the unofficial prince of the Claddagh
We discuss the changing face of the area with two woman who have moved there
We have a look at Daffodil Day locally and speak with the head of Rent the Runway
City Tribune Headlines
11am-12pm
Sports Preview
We look at soccer, GAA and MMA in the Claddagh
The history of the Claddagh Ring and St Mary’s Church
We talk to a well-known couple immersed in numerous activities in the area
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
oneills.com, leading online sportswear retailer, and the GAA are delighted to announce the second year of their sponsorship deal.
The partnership sees sportswear giant oneills.com as title sponsor of the U20 GAA All-Ireland Hurling Championship and underlines O’Neills’ commitment to Gaelic Games, in particular Hurling.
Galway begin their Leinster championship campaign against Dublin on Saturday 8th April, before further group games with All-Ireland champions Kilkenny and Wexford.
Galway captain Adam Nolan from Kilnadeema/Leitrim was at the launch and he chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Following the success of last year’s tournament, with Kilkenny winning the final by a point to claim their 12th championship title overall and a first title since 2008, the tournament will again showcase some of the best young hurling talent from across the country and promises to be an action-packed spectacle for fans.
This year’s championship will see 16 teams from all corners of Ireland compete for the coveted title.
oneills.com are excited to have their new logo feature on the advertising boards at games and showcase their TV sting and branded smart sliotar.
On the playing fields of the oneills.com U20 GAA All-Ireland Hurling
Championship, we will see the Hurling heroes of tomorrow and build on the competition’s great legacy since the 1960s where many of the country’s greatest hurlers have honed their skills in this competition before going on to achieve great things at senior level. oneills.com is thrilled to be sponsoring again this year as the company continues to serve clubs and customers in Ireland and across the globe.
Uachtarán CLG, Larry McCarthy, said: “The Under 20 GAA All-Ireland Hurling Championship is an iconic competition in our calendar. It is synonymous with great players, exciting matches and enthusiastic crowds flocking to see the next generation of outstanding hurling talent emerging. The recent changes to the competition format have served only to heighten the level of competitiveness in this Championship. I am delighted that a leading brand such as oneills.com have partnered with the GAA to drive this success further and look forward to the exciting matches over the weeks to come.”
Cormac Farrell, speaking on behalf of O’Neills, said: “We’re really excited about this year’s U20 Hurling Championship. This tournament always produces some of the most exciting and talented hurlers in the country, and we cannot wait to see what this year’s group of young players has in store for us. We’re expecting a fantastic atmosphere at all the games, and we hope to see plenty of fans turning out to support their teams.”
The U20 Hurling Championship promises to be an unforgettable event for all involved, from the players and coaches to the fans in the stands. Make sure you don’t miss out on the action – get your tickets now and be a part of the excitement!
Galway senior footballer Damien Comer teamed up with Specavers this week to highlight the importance of sight and hearing health for all ages.
He was in Galway Headford Road store to get an eye and hearing test and spoke about:
· The importance of looking after your eye and hearing health, especially when playing sport which is personal to him
· Raising awareness for young people to think about their sight and hearing, encouraging young people to test every 1-2 years
· The impact of the Specsavers and GAA Social Initiative locally in the community
Damien also caught up with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly to chat about the above and also some football.
They talked about his knee injury, when will he be back, the championship and this Sunday’s National League game against Kerry.
Throw-in between Galway and Kerry this Sunday (26th March) is 1.45pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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GAA star Damien Comer has teamed up with Specsavers ahead of the Championship season, to encourage people to take a more proactive approach to their eye and hearing health.
Galway star Damien recently visited the Specsavers Headford Road store in Galway to receive an eye test and hearing test. It will ensure his sight and hearing are in the very best condition ahead of the GAA Football Championship fixtures.
Speaking about his visit, Damien says: ‘Playing football, I’ve come to understand how important my sight and hearing is to my life and to my GAA career. Being a teacher off the pitch, I also want to try and encourage my students, their families and other GAA players to consider how important their eye and hearing health is to them.
‘Coming into the Specsavers store has made me realise how much I rely on both these senses in sport, in my day-to-day life and at work. People my age and younger will often ignore their eye and hearing health but it’s important to stay on top of it and incorporate a regular tests into your health routine at least every two years’.
Specsavers Headford Road retail director, Annette Flanagan, says: ‘We were delighted to welcome Damien Comer into our store. GAA plays such a huge role in the Galway community and it’s a great way of bringing people together. We are delighted to be working with Damien to educate people about the importance of looking after their eye and ear health now and into the future.’
Damien’s visit to his local Specsavers store comes off the back of Specsavers’ partnership with the GAA on a Social Initiative, where it teamed up with nominated GAA clubs across the country to help reconnect older and more vulnerable people of the GAA community. The aim of the initiative was to support those who may have fallen out of the habit of going to games in recent years and who otherwise might not be able to attend a social outing. Each club was given a bursary from their local Specsavers store to cover match tickets or transport for a special outing to an Allianz League Game.
For Galway, the result of the initiative was incredible with Salthill Knocknacarra GAA and Castlegar GAA both bringing older members of their community to county games and reconnecting them with the club.
Customers are always guaranteed expert eyecare and hearing services, exceptional choice, and outstanding value for money at Specsavers and they look forward to welcoming new and existing customers from the GAA community into the Headford Road store in the near future.
To find out more information, request an appointment, or to speak to an expert, please call your local Specsavers team or visit https://www.specsavers.ie/stores/headfordroad
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Fundraiser underway for young Galway man who has become disabled following years of back pain
St Joseph’s Patrician College ‘The Bish’ Galway, will announce details of the next chapter in the development of the school at a public information event
Acupuncture Awareness Week begins on Saturday
10am-11am
Abused by his teacher 50 years ago, Paul Grealish speaks out in the aftermath of his abuser being jailed
Connacht Tribune Headlines
‘On The Blanket’ Book Launch To Take Place In Gort
11am-12pm
Gardening Slot
Druid announces their most ambitious production yet, DruidO’Casey, a play cycle of Sean O’Casey’s Dublin Trilogy
People Before Profit to launch ‘Galway Transport Vision’
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
St. Joseph’s College, The Bish are the Connacht Senior B Rugby Champions.
They beat Athlone Community College 24-7 on Wednesday (22nd March) in the Sportsground. Ryan Joyce got two first-half tries; Paul Sharkey and Alex Gordon crossed the whitewash during the second period.
Galway Bay FM’s match commentary team were William Davies and Alan Deegan.
Afterwards, William had a word with The Bish head coach Ambrose Conboy
Full-time and St Joseph's College (The Bish) is Connacht School's Senior B Cup champions.
They defeated Athlone CC on a scoreline of 7-24. Paul Sharkey and Alex Gordon with the second-half tries. pic.twitter.com/DuPctzOA7I
— Connacht Rugby (@connachtrugby) March 22, 2023
Galway’s senior ladies footballers conclude their LIDL National League round-robin fixtures this Sunday (26th March) when they host Kerry in Round 7.
It’s a dead rubber tie in one sense as both counties have already qualified for the final on Saturday, 15th April in Croke Park. But it’s also the last chance for both counties to fully explore their panel options before the provincial and All-Ireland championships commence.
The teams’ last league meeting was in February 2018 when the Tribeswomen beat the Kingdom 1-14 to 1-6 in Killarney. But Kerry were victors in last year’s All-Ireland championship.
This week (click HERE), Galway centre back Nicola Ward won a Yoplait Higher Education All-Star after reaching the O’Connor Cup final for University of Limerick. She’s been talking to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Tuam Stadium on Sunday is 2pm and we’ll have full online coverage on our website galwaybayfm.ie.
Colaiste Bhaile Chlair are the Connacht Senior C Schools Rugby champions following a comprehensive 38-7 win over Sancta Maria College Louisburgh on Wednesday (22nd March).
The Galway side ran in six tries at the Sportsground, through Cian Heavey, Donagh Kilcommins, Jack Wise, Steven Norman and a Ryan Gaughan double.
Congratulations to @ClaregalwayColl on their @connachtrugby Schools Senior Cup C Final win over Sancta Maria College this afternoon in Galway! ( @INPHOjames) pic.twitter.com/1tfBaeW7m4
— Inpho Photography (@Inphosports) March 22, 2023
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Nursing home residents to keep all the income from renting out their property in major Fair Deal revamp
Galway evictions mapped ahead of Dáil Vote
University of Galway hosts regional business summit to address challenges facing companies in west of Ireland
10am-11am
Former Defence Forces Sergeant says army vehicle parked in Galway was developed by the Polish and Czech administrations
Their Lives Matter to host a Spring Fling ball in Galway this May
Motoring Slot
Job Spot
11am-12pm
Video Speed Dating is coming to Galway this weekend
Fíbín sa Taibhdhearc presents the world premiere of Wáltsáil Abhaile
Galway-based TV producer urges applications for RTE’s new quiz show The Money List
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
After finally being allowed compete in a provincial series, Galway’s minor hurlers gets their Leinster championship campaign underway on Saturday (25th March) when they go up against Antrim in the opening round of the group stages.
Kilkenny and Laois are also in Galway’s group as they navigate a new path towards potential All-Ireland honours.
It’s the first time the counties have met since the 2016 All-Ireland quarter-final. Goals from Evan Niland and Cian Salmon helped Galway to a 2-22 to 0-8 victory in Cavan.
Leading up to the game, Galway manager Fergal Healy has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
Throw-in at Darver, Co. Louth on Sunday is 2pm.
On this episode, Keith spoke with:
- Paul Kennedy – Ruminant Business Manager with Interchem RE upcoming Webinar for farmers
- David McHugh – Pro Air on Sustainable Heat Recovery Systems
He also covers mart reports along with some new Department of Agriculture Schemes that have been recently launched.
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
On this episode, Keith spoke with:
- Michael Burke – Chairman of the Galway County Ploughing Association
- Agnes Finnerran – PRO of the Galway County Ploughing
- Mary McAndrew – Project Manager ACRES , West Connacht
He also covers the topic of butchering a Heifer for the freezer, mart reports and events.
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
On this episode, Keith spoke with:
- Adam Woods from the Irish Farmers Journal speaking on Mega Finishers of Beef Cattle
- Liam Moloney IFFPG recycling silage wrap
- Jack Coppinger student studying Agriculture in CIT
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
Galway senior footballer Paul Conroy was on hand this Tuesday (21st March) to help launch John West’s Féile Sponsorship and their youth nutrition program. Click HERE.
The St. James’ midfielder chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly about his Féile memories, the new initiative, and the Tribesmen’s upcoming battle with Kerry in a repeat of last year’s All-Ireland Final.
Throw-in at Pearse Stadium on Sunday (26th March) is 1.45pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, William Davies, Sean Walsh and George McDonagh.
Among this week’s talking points were:
Ireland seniors and under-20s winning their respective rugby Grand Slams;
Wins for all four Galway teams in football, hurling, ladies football and camogie;
Galway United maintaining their winning run;
All this and more
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On Ask the Dentist this week Dr. Brian Delgado from Gate Dental Clinic takes an in depth look at Tooth Abscesses. He spoke with Keith Finnegan on Galway Talks.
Listen back here:
Make an appointment with ‘Ask The Dentist’ on Galway Talks the first Wednesday of each month and …. Lets keep smiling!
About Gate Dental Clinic Galway
Dentist Galway – a first-class service from our approachable team of dental professionals, in a high-end practice.
Dentist Galway – As one of the older established practices in Galway city, we are situated on the ground floor near the docks.
Our wonderful team have been with us for up to 33 years providing continuous family dentistry for this time. Our dentist Dr Delgado qualified in 2000.
Our hygienist Blaithin Donoghue has been with the practice since 1991 and Dr Dragoi since 2020.
Dentist Galway – we embrace modern technology at Gate Dental Clinic and we introduced the first Cerec Cad Cam computerised system in Ireland. This allows customised porcelain fillings, crowns, veneers and bridges in one visit. Most importantly we undertake to listen to your concerns and provide you with the information to make the best decision to suit your needs. If you have any queries for our clinic or looking for a dentist Galway or would like to book an appointment please submit an enquiry here.
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Remember to make an appointment with ‘Ask The Dentist’ on Galway Talks the first Wednesday of each month around 11:30am
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Electrical fault repaired in Galway after widespread traffic delays
Concern raised about an emerging bacterial disease on Irish salmon farms
Approval of strategic assessment report for new Emergency Department at University Hospital Galway
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway overcame the wind, rain and their Connacht rivals on Sunday (19th March) to book a place in a sixth LIDL National League Final.
Five first half Róisín Leonard eased the burden of two goals conceded in either half before Aoife Molloy, Kate Slevin, Eva Noone and Ailbhe Davoren steered them home.
The Tribeswomen now meet Kerry in the final on Saturday, 15th April in Croke Park, even though the two counties clash in their final round-robin fixture next week.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports
Afterwards, Darren caught up with Galway captain Sarah Ní Loingsigh.
Darren also spoke to Galway joint managers Fiona Wynne and Maghnus Breathnach.
Galway and Kerry contest their Round 7 fixture next Sunday (26th March). Throw-in at Tuam Stadium is 2pm.
Sunday, 19th March.
Today’s Action…Lidl Ladies National Football LeagueGalway v Mayo in the Lidl Ladies National Football League.
Commentary from Darren Kelly and Mairead Seoighe
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Molly and Ollie were live from Flannery’s Hotel on Thursday morning for the eve of St Patrick’s Day celebrations that included a visit by a School’s Rugby team from southern New Jersey USA, the launch of their new bakery counter ‘Flavours@Flannerys’ and to have the craic with guest presenter Marty Morrissey! There was also a special song to commemorate all the Irish TDs that are spread out all over the world for St Patrick’s Day. Have a listen!
Molly and Ollie & Marty !
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Positive news on day care centre for Loughrea
Construction of new Outpatients Department underway at Merlin Park University Hospital
University of Galway Professor talks about the common misconceptions about St Patrick
Scale of eviction notices show government must reverse decision to end eviction ban, according to Galway Deputy
10am-11am
Loughrea based councillor hits out following harassment of family members over local day centre
Connacht Tribune Headlines
Galway Deputy calls on the Government to take urgent action to protect fish stocks within the 6 nautical mile zone
John Morley spoke to a host of Galwegians and tourists ahead of St Patrick’s Day
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway’s senior ladies footballers return to league action this Sunday (19th March) following a three-week break.
The Tribeswomen are just one win away from reaching a seventh league decider.
They last beat Mayo in the league 1-11 to 0-8 away in 2019, thanks to Sarah Conneally’s goal.
Galway are currently second on 13 points, while Mayo are seventh with three points. But a win for Michael Moyles’ team will effectively secure survival from relegation.
Leading up to the game, Galway joint manager Maghnus Breathnach has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, Castlebar on Sunday is 2pm.
St. Jarlath’s College, Tuam made it two Galway wins in the Sportsground today (Wednesday, 15th March) after this 10-point victory over Sligo’s Jesus & Mary Enniscrone.
Cian Rafferty got over the line for Tuam in the first half. And second-half tries for Rian Murray and Corey Kelly guided the north county side to victory in the Sportsground.
Afterwards, St. Jarlath’s head coach Orla Dixon shared her thoughts with Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
Gort Community School are the Connacht Schools Junior B Cup Champions!
They beat Colaiste Einde 13-10 at the Sportsground this morning (Wednesday, 15th March 2023).
John Durkin got the winners’ only try, while Ronan Bowes kicked two penalties and a conversion.
Afterwards, Gort head coach Brian Reilly spoke to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
The Willie Mullins-trained Energumene bids to retain the Champion Chase crown at Cheltenham at 3.30 on Day 2 of this year’s Festival (Wednesday, 15th March).
In the Cross Country Chase, the Gordon Elliott-trained Delta Work will look to win for the second successive year.
The day’s action begins at half one, with the Ballymore Novices Hurdle the first of seven races on today’s card.
Here’s Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh
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Cheltenham Festival Day Two Thoughts
1.30. Impaire Et Passé. (Nap)
2.10 Sir Gerhard
2.50 Run For Oscar & An Epic Song (both ew)
3.30 Energumene
4.10 Galvin
4.50. Coeur Sublime (ew)
5.30!Better Days Ahead— Galway Bay FM Sport (@gbfmsports) March 15, 2023
On today’s show:
9am-10am
School Bus portal opens and wind energy snub for Galway
Galway businesses warned about security during St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebrations
32,431 consumers contacted Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) helpline in 2022
Galway woman urges support for cancer patient services this Daffodil Day
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
After their success in the Men’s National Cup and the Southern Conference, University of Galway Maree begin their quest to win the Triple Crown this Saturday (18th March) when they host EJ Sligo All-Stars in the Super League Play-Off Quarter-Final.
It’s the first time that a play-off tie has ever been hosted in Galway as Maree look to continue their form that has yielded 20 wins from 23 games.
The teams last met in the league in February when University of Galway beat their Connacht rivals 86-72.
Leading up to the game, University of Galway head coach Charlie Crowley has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Tip-off at the University of Galway Kingfisher on Saturday is 7pm.
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Niall Canavan, Mike Rafferty and George McDonagh.
Among this week’s topics are:
Galway beat Clare in the National Hurling League
Nine goals for Galway United against Kerry in the SSE Airtricity League
The Premier League race continues to hot up
Ireland beat Scotland to move one game away from a fourth-ever Grand Slam
All this and more
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Cumann Peile Mhaigh Cuilinn Chairman and their most decorated footballer Paul Clancy.
An All-Ireland winner in 1998 & 2001, Paul has been central to the recent successes of his home club.
He was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Gardaí Called 139 Times to Incidents Involving the River Corrib or Persons Entering the Water in Six Year Period
Galway woman included in Irish team going to Australia for the 2023 World Transplant Games
Cheltenham Kicks off today
10am-11am
Rahoon community respond to development statement from Salthill Knocknacarra GAA
March is Endometrisiosis Awareness Month
University of Galway appoints new Traveller Education Officer
Garda Slot
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
The 2023 Cheltenham Festival gets underway this afternoon (Tuesday, 14th March 2023).
The feature of today’s card is the Champion Hurdle, when all eyes will be on the favourite, Constitution Hill.
Today’s seven-race card begins at half-past-one.
Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh gives his thoughts.
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Cheltenham Day One Value Bets
1.30. Inthepocket (E-W)
2.10 Saint Roi(E-W)
2.50. Into Overdrive & Fast Or Slow (both E-W)
3.30. Vauban (w/o) Fav
4.10. Brandy Love (E-W)
4.50. Sir Allen (nap)
5.30. Mister Coffey (E-W)— Galway Bay FM Sport (@gbfmsports) March 14, 2023
Presentation College Athenry are within touching distance of history this Friday (17th March – St. Patrick’s Day) when they take on St. Kieran’s, Kilkenny in the Masita All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Senior A Hurling Final.
The east Galway school have never won college hurling’s biggest prize as they compete in thier fourth final (have lost to Friday’s opponents in 2018 and 2019, while also falling to St. Flannan’s, Ennis in 1976).
Indeed, Galway have only won the Dr. Croke Cup once, back when St. Raphael’s, Loughrea triumphed in 1995. In contrast, St. Kieran’s are chasing their 24th crown.
Leading up the game, Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly has been getting the thoughts of the camp starting with Presentation Athenry captain Tiarnan Leen.
Darren also spoke to Presentation Athenry manager Cathal Moore.
Throw-in at Croke Park on St. Patrick’s Day is 3pm.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Update issued on development of New Facilities for Salthill Knocknacarra GAA Club
Cllr John Conolly on the Cappagh Park funding going to other Projects in the City
Disappointment for Banshees of Inisherin at Oscars
10am-11am
Issues facing migrants experiencing gender-based violence to be explored at upcoming conference
Community Alert public meeting this evening in Abbeyknockmoy after 3-year delay due to Covid
Pilgrims will remember Jesuit priest Father Mícheál Mac Gréil at Mám Éan in Conamara
ICSA TO HOST SHEEP SECTOR CRISIS MEETING IN CARRICK-ON-SHANNON
11am-12pm
Sports Review
Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & Associates Woodquay
Galway Community College hold a flag design competition with the support of Galway City Partnership
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway made the ideal start to the 2023 Electric Ireland All-Ireland Minor Camogie Championship on Sunday (12th March) with this seven-point win over Waterford.
Two Alannah Fahy goals bookended Galway’s performance while Aoibheann Barry also contributed 1-7.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports
Afterwards, Darren got the thoughts of Galway manager Aaron Fox
Galway’s next game is at home to Kilkenny next Sunday (19th March). Throw-in at Duggan Park, Ballinasloe is 2pm.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Introduction to Moycullen with Anne Dunne, Ian Burke and Nisha Mathew
Call for a secondary school in the village
History and the arts
10am-11am
Paralympian Shane Curran and psychotherapist Michael Hegarty tell us of their personal journeys
Problems facing the locality at present
City Tribune Headlines
Wildlands and the success of Toy Corner
11am-12pm
Sporting stars of Moycullen
Gaeilge ag dul chun cinn
Music slot and wrap up of the day
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
The Association of Catholic Priests (ACP) and Lay Catholic Group (LCG) call for Fr Tony Flannery to be restored to Ministry
“New Survey Highlights the Urgent Need to Tackle Drink Spiking in Ireland”
Misleór on Screen: Film and TV industry event for members of the travelling community
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Women from minority groups to join gender flip at Galway County Council to mark International Women’s Day
Supports for women who experience abuse in Galway
Businesswomen of Galway
10am-11am
International Women’s Day Breakfast event in association with HID Global on Equity
Galway women involved in Charitable causes
Galway chocolatier makes prestigious Forbes 30 under 30 list
Job Spot
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Retired Craughwell jockey turned successful jockey agent Alain Cawley speaks to Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh about the 2023 Cheltenham Festival and his role as a jockey’s agent.
The 2023 Cheltenham Festival begins on Tuesday, 14th March and runs until Friday, 17th March.
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Listen back to Monday night’s Over the Line Community Outside Broadcast in Cawley’s of Craughwell, hosted by Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
Our first guest was Craughwell hurler and Galway Minor Manager Fergal Healy, who was joined by former Galway Senior Manager John McIntyre…
The second part of the show looked ahead to next week’s Cheltenham Racing Festival. The discussion was hosted by George McDonagh, who first spoke to local trainer and former Cheltenham winner Paul Gilligan…
The final hour of the show included contributions from the Craughwell Camogie club, Craughwell United soccer, Craughwell Athletics, Galway Blazers, Tuam Herald Editor Stephen Glennon and many more…
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Government set to end evictions ban at end of month
Government failing to prevent illegal turf cutting 12 years after ban, says conservation group
10am-11am
Nine in 10 young LGBTQ+ people saw hate content online in past year
Female City Councillors unite to mark International Women’s Day at the Hardiman Hotel
Motoring Slot
Councillor proposes amalgamation rather than redrawing boundaries between City and County councils
Garda Slot
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Residents of Croisin Beag, Ballinderreen pen letter in objection to Ballinderreen to Kilcolgan Cycleway being routed through SAC lands
Jesuit at the frontline of the earthquake in Syria/Turkey gives an update a month on from the natural disaster
ASTI Protest: ‘Thousands of teachers denied representation on Teaching Council’
Unconfirmed reports of more traffic chaos over the weekend as the Moycullen Bypass works continue
10am-11am
Former NPHET member ‘didn’t set out to open can of worms’
Midlands Northwest MEP calls on Oireachtas to ban TikTok from staff phones
Councillor welcomes opportunity for city council to debate existing boundary between city and county
Fostering Fortnight, the Irish Foster Care Associations Annual Awareness Campaign, kicks off today
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
St. Raphael’s College, Loughrea were crowned All-Ireland Junior C Camogie Champions on Saturday (4th March), the school’s first national title since 1992.
First half goals from Emily Lawless and Amelie Grogan were crucial for the Galway side along with seven points from Katie Murray.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports
Afterwards, Darren caught up St Raphael’s joint captains Emily Lawless and Alison Morrissey, plus the player of the match Katie Murray.
Darren also spoke to St. Raphael’s joint manager Tara Healy
St. Raphael’s joint captains Alison Morrissey and Emily Lawless receive the All-Ireland PPS Junior C camogie trophy from Martina CarrKatie Murray from St. Raphael’s recieving the All-Ireland Junior C Final player of the match award from Martina Carr
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Heather Humphreys tells her department officials to re-engage with government departments on commitments to the islands
Soc Dems announce replacement for Galway City Council
Invisible Threads
10am-11am
Large crowd attended a Public Meeting last night as Seven Springs Day Care Centre campaign continues
Agriculture Minister announces all applicants to the ACRES scheme will receive payments this year
Charity Concert in aid of Galway Simon takes place this Saturday at Galway Cathedral
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Galway women starts fundraiser to save disabled mum’s home after leak reveals rotten roof
Galway Bay’s Dylan Connolly takes on 3,000 Push Up Challenge in March to Support MS Ireland
Minister of State for Planning discusses cost of living supports announced by Government
10am-11am
New community hospital for Tuam is due for completion this month
Connacht Tribune Headlines
Domestic abuse victims are being failed by government, according to the Labour party
Local Enterprise Week gets underway in Galway next week
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Presentation College Athenry are the last Galway team standing as they get ready for this Saturday’s (4th March) All-Ireland Post Pirmary Schools Senior A hurling semi-finals.
The Connacht champions haven’t played in four weeks since their 0-19 to 2-10 victory over St. Raphael’s Loughrea.
Thurles CBS beat Coláiste Eoin 2-17 to 2-14 in the quarter-final on February 18th.
Leading up to the game, Presentation Athenry manager Cathal Moore has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
The All-Ireland PPS Senior A Hurling semi-finals will be played as a double header on Saturday.
Cashel Community School clash with St. Kieran’s College, Kilkenny from 12.45pm.
Presentation Athenry takes on Thurles CBS from 2.30pm.
St. Raphael’s Loughrea go in search of a first national camogie title victory since 1992 on Saturday (4th March) when they take on Offaly’s Coláiste Naomh Cormac in the All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Junior C Final.
That was the end of the eight-in-a-row Senior A winning team but it’s also the school’s first final appearance in any grade since 2004.
They beat St. Killian’s, New Inn 5-9 to 1-12 in the Connacht Final; before being 5-13 to 1-6 victors against St. Patrick’s, Keady in the All-Ireland semi-final.
Tara Healy and John Hardiman are joint managers. Leading up to the game, Tara has been chatting with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Padraig Pearses GAA, Woodmount, Ballinasloe on Saturday is 1pm.
Lynsey McKey was announced on Tuesday (28th February) as Galway United’s first ever senior women’s captain, ahead of the start of the Women’s National League this weekend.
The Clare native had been with Galway WFC since 2013 scoring 83 goals in 159 appearances.
Ahead of their league opener against Wexford Youths, she chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Kick-off at Eamonn Deacy Park on Saturday (4th March) is 2pm.
2023 Galway United Squad. Photo (c) Stephen Naughton
On this episode, Keith spoke with:
- Jack Kennedy, Editor of the Irish Farmers Journal
- Micheal Kelly from Teagasc
- Michael Egan from Megafab Ltd with his “Tipsy Bin”
- Damien O’Reilly from ICOS
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Another Home has been Firebombed in Loughrea
Warning issued to students on University of Galway campus following reports of harassment in toilets
Galway woman makes plea for early intervention as brother receives autism diagnosis at age 27
Green Senator reacts to judicial review changes being discussed in the Oireachtas Housing Committee yesterday
10am-11am
Over 27% of Covid-19 deaths were in nursing homes
Galway University Hospitals performs first ‘Incisionless’ surgery for Achalasia in Ireland
Students’ Union Launch Seachtain Ghaelach
Job Spot
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
University of Galway’s freshers hurlers will look to gain a measure of revenge on their Limerick counterparts on Wednesday (1st March) when they meet in the All-Ireland Final.
UL won the Fitzgibbon Cup recently and the players on show this evening could feature in next year’s campaign.
When they met in the round-robin stages, UL shaded a 2-22 to 1-24 contest but UG still won the group, before the Galway college beat UCC 1-20 to 1-15 in the semi-final.
Leading up to the game, University of Galway manager David Huban has been talking to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Throw-in at Dangan on Wednesday is 7pm
Holy Rosary College Mountbellew qualified for a first ever FAI Schools National Senior Cup Final on Tuesday (28th February) after this victory over Cork’s Douglas Community School in Fairview Rangers, Limerick.
Ryan Nolan gave the Galway side an early advantage but Josh Fitzpatrick replied with a penalty. However, Cormac Proulx scored what proved to be the winner on 42 minutes.
Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty has the full-time wrap
Afterwards, Mike chatted to the Holy Rosary Mountbellew captain Ronan Murphy
The first goalscorer, Ryan Nolan, also spoke to Mike
Finally, Mike got the thoughts of the Holy Rosary manager Michael O’Donnell
The other semi-final takes place this Thursday (2nd March) between Wexford CBS and St. Columba’s, Stranolar.
Holy Rosary College Mountbellew will play the winners in the FAI Schools Dr. Tony O’Neill Senior National Cup Final on Wednesday, 15th March at 1pm.
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HOLY ROSARY COLLEGE, MOUNTBELLEW | Rory Walsh, Conor Byron, Ian Fahy, Conor French, Tomas Riskell, Ciaran Nolan, Aironas Konlauskas, Tiernan Proulx, Cormac Proulx, Ryan Nolan, Ronan Murphy ©
SUBS | Ciaran Mulhern for Konlauskas (HT)
SUBS NOT USED | Tony Shields, Cian Lennon, Shane Duffy, Jack Connolly
TEACHER | Micheál O’Donnell
Connacht return to United Rugby Championship action this Saturday (4th March) when they travel to Wales to face the Dragons.
Andy Friend’s team have worked their way back into the play-off positions in eighth place and will seek to maintain that momentum against the team placed 15th.
The Welsh side were 35-22 victors when they visited the Sportsground in October 2021. But Connacht did win 30-20 on their last trip to Wales the previous February.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s William Davies chatted to forwards and contact coach Collie Tucker, who has just signed a new three-year contract.
William also caught up with Connacht out-half Cathal Forde
Kick-off at Rodney Parade on Saturday is 7.35pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Tánaiste welcomes positive outcome in Northern Ireland Protocol talks
GSK repeatedly rejected ministers’ efforts to get it to pay reparations over vaccine trials
Gaps in cardiovascular care contributing to deaths of over 9,000 people per year
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Listen back to Monday night’s edition of Over the Line, live from THE PORTERHOUSE in Oranmore, presented by Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh. The 2-hour show featured interviews and contributions from several sports clubs and organisations in the Oranmore Maree parish. Part 1 is the first hour (8pm to 9pm), Part 2 is the second hour (9pm to 10pm)…
Part 1Part 2
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Councillor reacts to suspected incident of arson in Loughrea at the weekend
Galway Senator wants early hearing for challenge to airspace ‘arrangement’ with British military
Last call for entries for Galway companies and community groups in E1000 grant scheme
Trόcaire marks 50th Anniversary with appeal to people of Galway to support Lenten campaign for Somalia
10am-11am
Human remains taken more than a century ago to be returned to Inishbofin
MEP calls for change to drug laws as Govt Chief Whip Hildegarde Naughton admits she ‘tried cannabis in her 20s’
Irish-made Seahorse Man documentary now available on Netflix
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Sarsfields are the All-Ireland Junior B Hurling Champions following this three-point in at Killeedy GAA club in Co. Limerick on Saturday (25th February).
Eanna Dolan’s 36th minute started a comeback after the Galway champions had fallen four points behind. Kerril Wade contributed six points while goalkeeper Oisin Cooney produced a man of the match performance.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports
Afterwards, Darren spoke to Sarsfields’ winning manager Colm Ward
The Sarsfields team and families on the presentation stage after being crowned All-Ireland Junior B Hurling Champions
On today’s Community Matters Bohermore show:
9am-10am
Old Bohermore with Phil Kennedy and Gerry Traynor
History of Bohermore with Willie Henry and Peadar Tonery on Tonery’s Bar
10am-11am
Rita Gilligan of the Hard Rock Cafe and PJ Kavanagh
Anna Killeen and Sr Margaret McFadden on the Lady’s Club and Ollie Ryan on his memories of the area
Breda Crowe of Crowe’s Pub and John Hardiman on the Clada Mineral Water Company
11am-12pm
Sports section with members of Galway Hibernians and Our Lady’s Boys RFC
Music in Bohermore with Don Stiff and PJ Duggan
Wrap up of the day with Tony Samuels, Willie Connell and Mike McDonagh
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Muddy Souls Adventures owner Paul Rooney joined John Morley this morning to talk about how he overcame personal struggles through his own work. Check out muddysoulsadventures.com for more information.
On today’s show
9am-10am
James Sugrue and Conrad Bryan on the Mother and Baby Redress Scheme
Dave O’Connell on the Connacht Tribune Headlines
Longford woman Nuala McLoughlin
speaks about an incredible act of kindness shown to her and her daughter
in Galway on Tuesday evening
And
Cllr Mary Hoade as Councillors urge Oireachtas not to ‘diminish democracy’
in new planning Bill
10am-11am
Headford Councillor Andrew Reddington warns of bogus tradesmen operating in the North Galway area
Tuam survivor gives his reaction to the redress bill and cumbersome process of getting adoption information
Fintan Glynn and John Waldron on a White Collar Boxing event tomorrow night in aid of Tuam Cancer Care
And
Ukrainians About War in support of refugees takes place in the Silent Cinema tomorrow
11am – 12 Noon
Ann McKeon has the Gardening slot
Longford woman Nuala McLoughlin speaks about an incredible act of kindness shown to her and her daughter in Galway on Tuesday evening
Muddy Souls Adventures owner Paul Rooney on how he overcame personal struggles through his own work
And
Fíbín sa Taibhdhearc presents Matthew Berrill Trio with Eoin Wynne
Calasanctius College Oranmore added more national silverware to their growing collection today (Wednesday, 22nd February) when they were crowned All-Ireland under-16 Girls League champions at the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght.
Needing overtime, Richard Burke’s team beat Kerry’s Intermediate School Killorglin 38-36 after overtime.
Aisling Jordan as the game’s top score with 19 points, with Kate Burke getting 11. Grace McAnespie, Jessie Ross, Laoise McDonagh and Cara Cormican also impressed.
Afterwards, Head coach Richard Burke chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Top Scorers:
Calasanctius College: Aisling Jordan (19), Kate Burke (9), Grace McAnespie (4).
Intermediate School Killorglin: Mary Kate Smith (17), Naoishe Burke (11), Emily O’Sullivan (4)
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Calasanctius College:
Laoise McDonagh, Bibi Hogan, Jessica Ross, Laura Colleran, Cara Cormican, Aisling Jordan, Isabelle Schumacher, Ellie Martyn, Kate Butler, Grace McAnespie, Kate Burke, Katie Ross.
Coach: Richard Burke
Ass. Coach: Mary Rockall
Intermediate School Killorglin:
Mary Kate Smith, Naoishe Burke, Emily O’Sullivan, Sinead Clifford, Leona O’Sullivan, Aoibhinn O’Donovan, Naoishe O’Donoghue, Aine Hassett, Mary Ellen McDonnell, Rachel Boyle, Avril Rooney, Nicole McCormac.
Coach: Ann Moynihan
Ass. Coach: Angela Hassett
On today’s show
9am-10am
Call for amendments to be made to Mother and Baby Homes Redress scheme with 40% of survivors excluded
Galway Doctor discusses Global Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Month
‘Quit Smoking West team’ mark Ash Wednesday, National No Smoking Day – Less Ash More Cash!
10am-11am
Outrage in Merlin Park after large area of woodland is felled by the HSE
“Power Up” team wins Irish leg of “Invent for the Planet” for prototype affordable energy generator
Motoring with Gerry Murphy
Job Spot with Patricia Hynes
‘Galway Talks’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Galway GAA chairperson Paul Bellew has told Galway Bay FM that the Galway Senior Club Hurling Champions should be competing in the Leinster Championship, just as the Galway Minor, U20 and Senior county teams are.
He joined ‘Over The Line’ on Monday (20th February) to chat about the weekend’s GAA Congress in which their motion to ensure entry in a provincial minor hurling championship was passed, meaning Galway will compete in the 2023 Leinster competition.
He was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh and Sean Walsh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are George McDonagh, Eddie Hoare, Adrian O’Neill and Sean Walsh)
Galway senior footballers back to winning ways against Tyrone in National League;
Ladies Footballers produce stunning comeback against Cork to stay unbeaten;
Bad start for Galway camogie as they fall to Tipperary, while University of Galway and St. Raphael’s Loughrea also suffer defeat;
Connacht deliver victory in helter-skelter United Rugby Championship against Zebre;
Galway United make winning start to Airtricity League against Finn Harps;
Premier League and much more.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show
9am-10am
Joe Biden visit to Ukraine
Connecting Ireland Plan Must Be Accelerated To Address Galway Public Transport Issues
Thomas Gould on Sinn Féin call to extend evictions ban
Update on Moycullen Bypass Road Works
‘Galway Talks’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am here on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was legendary Galway and Kinvara goalkeeper Colm Callanan.
Colm was in goal when Galway faced Waterford in the 2017 All-Ireland senior hurling final. He conceded two goals but ended with an All-Ireland medal after their 0-23 to 2-17 victory and a first All-Ireland championship for Galway in 29 years.
Colm was speaking to Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh and Sean Walsh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
A pedestrian has died following a traffic collision on the N84
Ministers finalising proposals on cost-of-living measures
Galway Tour Guides Association to launch new site on International Tour Guide Day
‘Galway Talks’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
On this episode, Keith spoke with:
- Michelle McGrath From Animal Health Ireland (AHI) who spoke about calf health and rearing.
- Francis Quigley, a machinery specialist from Teagasc who spoke on GPS Fertiliser Spreaders.
- Diarmuid McSweeney from True North Technologies and moregrass.ie will talk about grass measuring and equipment.
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
John Mulligan looks back at a very busy weekend in local Galway sport featuring Gaelic Games, Soccer, Rugby, Basketball and much more.
One of the games of the weekend took place at Pearse Stadium in Salthill where Galway had to withstand a late Cork rally to secure a 1-15 to 4-4 win.
Louise Ward scored the goal for the hosts while Róisín Leonard added 0-7.
Here is the Commentary as broadcast on galwaybayfm.ie with Tommy Devane and Mairead Seoighe.
The Match Report from Tommy Devane
After the game, Tommy spoke to Galway joint managers Maghnus Breathnach and Fiona Wynne
Tommy also spoke to Player of the Match Ailbhe Davoren
Connacht secured a bonus point win over Zebre in Parma on Saturday afternoon in a game that delivered a fourth Hat Trick in four games for the province.
Hooker Dylan Tierney Martin scored the tries joining Caolin Blade, Finlay Bealham and Alex Wooten in the unique club.
It was also a day to remember for Eoin de Buitlear. The Corinthian from an Cheathrú Rua scored a try on his professional debut right at the end.
However, Connacht’s 57-34 win was not without it’s moments from the opposition who scored four tries of their own.
This is the commentary of the game from Rob Murphy and William Davies.
William Davies spoke to Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend after the game
William also spoke to Hat Trick Hero Dylan Tierney Martin
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Minister for Justice faces criticism after saying drug takers fund violence, crime and murder
Expleo to create 70 jobs in Galway with €5m investment
Call on Galway People to book their passport renewal online before the summer rush
Homeless accommodation plan for Tuam convent has been dismissed
10am-11am
We get an update on the situation in Syria from a University of Galway alumni
City Tribune Headlines
State allays fears that Clifden Hospital may close
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
The Dynamic New Athletics under 20s International Meeting takes place in Madrid next Wednesday (22nd February) and Galway have four participants representing Ireland.
It’s a fast paced sequence of events lasting around two hours with teams scoring points based on each of 11 events.
Included in Ireland’s 18-person team are Craughwell’s Evan Hallinan, Athenry’s Liam Shaw and South Galway’s David Mannion as they take on Czech Republic, Great Britain, France, Spain and Portugal.
The fourth Irish member from the county is Emma Moore from Galway City Harriers who’ll compete in 800m and she has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly about her return to competitive action following a two-year absence.
The DNA Under 20 Athletics meeting takes place in Madrid on Wednesday starting at 10.30am Irish time.
The University of Galway came from four points down in injury time at the end of the Second Half to force Extra Time and then beat UCC to book their place in the Fitzgibbon Cup Final at a wet and windy Doora-Barefield on Thursday evening.
The final score of 1-24 to 2-18 told the story of a dramatic Semi-Final that was not decided until the final moments.
Here is another chance to hear the commentary as broadcast online on galwaybayfm.ie with Sean Walsh and Niall Canavan.
Presented by John Mulligan
Niall Canavan has the Full Time Report
After the game, Niall spoke to the University of Galway Manager Jeffrey Lynskey who gave his immediate reaction
Niall also spoke to the University of Galway’s Tiernan Killeen who got the equalising point at the end of the Second Half
On today’s show:
9am-10am
We get the political reaction as two Galway Ministers jet off for St Patrick’s Day
‘A landmark moment’ – EU Parliament votes to end sale of petrol and diesel cars by 2035
We hear from the Galway family running six different businesses from their farm after departing the corporate world
Jobs Expo Galway returns to the Galmont for 2023
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Rural Independent Group demands scrapping of EPA cattle cull proposal
Galway Hoteliers deeply concerned at prospect of €400M VAT increase
€10m funding for Conamara education centre
10am-11am
Galway Haulier reacts to the €18m support scheme being proposed for haulage businesses
CCI to host workshops across the region we speak to their CEO on International Childhood Cancer Day.
Survey underway to get the views of the public on streetscapes & public realm in Galway City
Job Spot with Patricia Hynes
‘Galway Talks’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Galway return to National Football League action this Sunday (19th February) when they take on Tyrone at Tuam Stadium (1.45pm).
It’s the counties’ first meeting since the Tribesmen were 19-point winners at the same venue in 2020. But the Red Hands have since gone on to win an All-Ireland.
Galway have only one point from their opening two games after defeat to Roscommon. Meanwhile, Tyrone beat Donegal by eight points in their last outing.
Leading up to the game, Galway captain Sean Kelly has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Sean was chatting to Darren at the announcement that Allianz Insurance will become a sponsor of the All-Ireland senior football championship.
Throw-in at Tuam Stadium on Sunday is 1.45pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
14/2/2023 Pictured is GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championship finalists and inter-county football stars Seán Kelly (Galway) and Sean O’Shea (Kerry) at the announcement of Allianz’s new sponsorship of the GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. The three-year deal also sees Allianz become Official Sponsor of the Camogie Association and Official Sponsor of the GAA Museum at Croke Park. ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan
St. Cuan’s Castleblakeney just missed out on Connacht Post Primary Schools silverware last Saturday (11th February) when they finished three points short of Mayo’s Our Lady’s Belmullet.
Galway Bay FM’s Patrick Hennelly reports
Afterwards, Patrick caught up with St. Cuan’s manager Ger McDonnell.
Connacht make their return to the BKT United Rugby Championship this Saturday (18th February) when they travel to Italy.
After two home wins against South African opposition, Connacht will want to maintain that momentum against bottom side Zebre. A win could propel Connacht into the top eight.
Tries from Kieran Marmion, Niall Murray, Eoghan Masterson and John Porch gave the hosts a narrow 22-20 win at the Sportsground last May. It finished 47-12 in favour of Connacht the last time they met in Italy.
Caolin Blade and Cian Prendergast have been released from Ireland for the game. But Connacht are without Bundee Aki and Mack Hansen.
Leading up to the game, Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies
William also spoke to Connacht loosehead prop Denis Buckley
Kick-off at the Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi on Saturday is 3.05pm and will be LIVE here on Galway Bay FM.
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This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were George McDonagh, Niall Canavan, Cian O’Connell and Mike Rafferty.
On this week’s show, they discussed:
Galway’s defeat to Cork in the National Hurling League;
Connacht schools success for Dunmore Community School footballers;
Ireland’s victory over France in the Six Nations;
Premier League matches and VAR decisions;
All this and more.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Galway United great Gerry Daly.
Gerry was one of a generation of local players who played with United in the early days of their existence.
A right full-back who was compared with the very best in the League of Ireland at the time.
He was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh and Mike Rafferty.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Local Independent TD Denis Naughten will not contest next general election
Mill Street Garda station had most staff cuts nationwide since 2013
All-Island rail review looks set to remain unpublished yet again as the Northern Ireland executive deadline extended to 2024
Demonstration outside the Galway City Council meeting regarding the Salthill cycleway plan
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Colga FC became Galway’s last team standing in this year’s FAI Junior Cup following a penalty shoot-out win over Clare’s Avenue United on Saturday (11th February).
Boris Ajang grabbed an equaliser for Colga after Avenue had taken the lead and it finished 1-1 following normal and extra-time.
Mark Greaney saved three penalties during the shoot-out while Peter Greaney got the winner giving Colga a 3-0 win and putting them into Tuesday’s final-eight draw.
Afterwards, goalkeeper Mark Greaney caught up with Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty.
Mike also had a word with Colga FC manager Iggy Greaney.
Salthill Devon were beaten 2-1 by Buncrana Harps on Sunday (12th February), leaving Colga as Galway’s last remaining team.
Moylough ’79 were 2-1 winners over Aughanagh Celtic yesterday in the fourth round of the Connacht Junior Cup. Mervue United beat Corrib Celtic 3-1.
One game is provisionally fixed for next Sunday. Renmore are due to host Strand Celtic at 2pm.
With the weekend’s soccer round-up, here’s Mike Rafferty.
Dunmore Community School added another title to their recent good form on Saturday (11th February) when they were crowned Mezzino Connacht Post Primary School Senior C football champions in Strokestown.
Colm Costello, Padráig Martyn, Niall and Robert Heneghan got the goals as they added this provincial crown, to the Senior D win in 2020 and two recent county titles.
Galway Bay FM’s Ollie Turner reports
Afterwards, Ollie had a chat with Dunmore manager Carlos O’Gara
Dunmore will now meet the Munster champions in their All-Ireland semi-final on Saturday week (25th February).
Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan presents the weekend wrap-up of sporting action including:
Defeat for Galway to Cork in the National Hurling League
Dunmore Community School when Connacht Senior C Football crown but no luck Coláiste Bhaile Chláir or St. Cuan’s Castleblakeney;
Colga FC through to the quarter-finals of the FAI Junior Cup;
Basketball, American Football, racing and much more.
‘The Full-Time Whistle’ broadcasts every Sunday evening from 7pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Tributes paid following the death of three teenagers in a drowning tragedy at Menlo Pier at the weekend
Minister for Disability reacts to a lack of accessible tickets being allocated for Ireland vs France in Six Nations despite demand
Concerns raised by International Students across Galway following the recent closure of the International House Galway
Seizure first aid is coming to the fore on International Epilepsy Day
10am-11am
Credit Unions across Galway issue an SMS Phishing Scam Alert
ALONE asks does affordability outweigh an older persons rights and entitlements
Galway Deputy challenges Minister for Education to ensure School Transport Plans for September 2023 are put in place now
Doras urges Galway politicians to avoid adopting the language of the far-right
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s Community Matters show:
9am-10am
Introduction to Headford from times past to the present day
Problems affecting the Headford area and its hinterland
Tourism in Headford
10am-11am
The new Headford community from Mayo to Brazil
History of Headford
Headford locals excelling on the national stage
City Tribune Headlines
11am-12pm
Sport in Headford
Music tradition in the town
Wrap up of the day in the North Galway community
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Trocaire and other agencies launch fundraising appeal for humanitarian work in Turkey
Independent Senators bring forward motion to deal with sale of land for forestry
Galway Deputy reacts to news that former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has re-joined Fianna Fail
10am-11am
30,000 euro funding announced for neutering campaign of dogs in Galway following Madra appearance on Galway Talks
Calling Galway-based Entrepreneurs: Nominations open for 2023 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year programme
Connacht Tribune Headlines
Comer injury not as bad as first feared and Taoiseach supports campaign to have cash ticket purchases returned to GAA matches
Urban Regeneration Development Fund hailed as a huge opportunity for Salthill
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
University of Galway go in search of a first Purcell Cup crown in five years this weekend when they take part in the Electric Ireland Third Level Camogie Finals.
They take on SETU Carlow on Saturday (11th February) in the semi-final in UCD, with the winners advancing to Sunday’s showpiece against eithe MTU Cork or Trinity College.
The Galway team, captained this year by Ballinderreen’s Fiona Ryan and Kilkenny’s Tiffani Fitzgerald, are aiming to go one better than 2022, when they lost the final to TU Dublin.
University of Galway manager Kevin Connolly has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Throw-in for the Purcell Cup semi-final on Saturday in UCD is 2pm. The winners will compete in Sunday’s final, also in UCD at 2pm.
Dunmore Community School continue their recent upward curve as they battle Leitrim’s Ballinamore CS on Saturday (11th February) in the Mezzino Connacht Post Primary Schools Senior C Football Final.
The north Galway outfit have won two county titles this decade (including the Senior A crown this season) and were also Connacht Senior D champions in 2020.
They beat Mayo’s Balla Secondary School 1-12 to 1-9 after extra time in the semi-final thanks to Padraig Martyn’s goal and seven Colm Costello points. They also needed the added 20 minutes to overcome Foxford in the quarter-final.
Dunmore manager Carlos O’Gara has been chatting with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Strokestown on Saturday is 12.30pm.
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P.S. It’s a massive week for the school as they also play in the Connacht PPS Senior C Ladies Football Final on Thursday (9th February). Their opponents are Mayo’s Mount Saint Michael. Throw-in at the Connacht GAA Centre is 12pm.
On this episode, Keith speaks with:
- Liam Kelly – Vet in Craughwell Veterinary Clinic – Adventuresofagalwayvet
- David Harney – IFA Sheep Representative
- Sarah Noonan – Horticulturalist – Willow and Wild Farm
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
Coláiste Bhaile Chláir contest their first ever Mezzino Connacht Post Primary Schools Senior A Football Final on Saturday (11th February) when they take on eight-time winners Summerhill College, Sligo.
It’s a repeat of their group stage clash when the Sligo school prevailed 3-7 to 1-11.
Both teams had very difficult semi-final assignments with Claregalway overcoming St. Colman’s, Claremorris after extra time to move within 60 minutes of claiming the Aonghus Murphy Cup.
Leading up to the game, Maurice Sheridan (Coláiste Bhaile Chláir joint manager along with Kieran Murphy), chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at the Connacht GAA Centre, Bekan on Saturday is 2pm.
Maintain your health journey this year with the Good Health Naturally on Galway Talks with Evergreen Healthfoods.
Polly from Evergreen Healthfoods returns to the airwaves to offer advice for
- Burning feet in the night
- Why do probiotics only work when you take them
- The best thing to take every day for the immune system
- Still feeling hungry soon after eating porridge every morning
- What can help women with thinning hair
- When low in B12 what could you take
Listen Back here to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan
Good Health Naturally Feb 2023For more Good Health Naturally advice from Polly in Evergreen Healthfoods check out our Podcast Library or tune in to Galway Talks every second Tuesday.
For 30 years, Evergreen Healthfoods has been at the forefront of natural health & wellness in Ireland, with each product in their range hand-selected for quality.
Evergreen Healthfoods is a family-run, Irish business founded by Kieran & Aideen Hurley, they have 8 stores in Galway and proudly serve the whole of Ireland though their online store. They first opened their doors in 1992 on Mainguard Street in the heart of Galway City. Over 30 years, with Founders Kieran and Aideen Hurley at the helm, they have built their reputation and today are proud to be one of Ireland’s best-loved independent health food stores.
A family-run Irish business, they have grown over the years to eight health food stores stores in and around Galway, launching their online health store – evergreen.ie – in 2008.
In 2020, Kieran and Aideen were awarded a Special Recognition Award for Services to Retail from Health Stores Ireland, praised as ‘standard bearers, tireless campaigners and proud supporters of the wider health food sector’.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
We hear about the humanitarian response on the ground in the aftermath of the earthquake in Turkey
384 ‘Knife Crimes’ Reported in Galway Since 2016
IFA Sheep meeting takes place in Tuam later today
10am-11am
Renewed call for action to tackle revolting smell of sewage which is persisting in Gort town
Strong Demand Continues to Drive Land Price Increases – IPAV Farm Report
Local councillor allays fears in Lough Atalia following recent developments in the area
Job Spot
Ciaran Cannon on the Gort sewage debacle
11am-12pm
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On Ask the Dentist this week Dr. Brian Delgado from Gate Dental Clinic takes an in depth look at Teeth Whitening. He spoke with Keith Finnegan on Galway Talks.
Listen back here:
Teeth Whitening – Feb 7th 2023Make an appointment with ‘Ask The Dentist’ on Galway Talks the first Wednesday of each month and …. Lets keep smiling!
About Gate Dental Clinic Galway
Dentist Galway – a first-class service from our approachable team of dental professionals, in a high-end practice.
Dentist Galway – As one of the older established practices in Galway city, we are situated on the ground floor near the docks.
Our wonderful team have been with us for up to 33 years providing continuous family dentistry for this time. Our dentist Dr Delgado qualified in 2000.
Our hygienist Blaithin Donoghue has been with the practice since 1991 and Dr Dragoi since 2020.
Dentist Galway – we embrace modern technology at Gate Dental Clinic and we introduced the first Cerec Cad Cam computerised system in Ireland. This allows customised porcelain fillings, crowns, veneers and bridges in one visit. Most importantly we undertake to listen to your concerns and provide you with the information to make the best decision to suit your needs. If you have any queries for our clinic or looking for a dentist Galway or would like to book an appointment please submit an enquiry here.
Contact Details
Gate Dental Clinic,
Dock Road,
Galway
Tel: 091 547592
Email: info@gateclinic.com
Opening Hours
| Monday | 08.30am | – | 17.00pm | | Tuesday | 08.30am | – | 17.00pm | | Wednesday | 08.30am | – | 17.00pm | | Thursday | 08.30am | – | 17.00pm | | Friday | 08.30am | – | 17.00pm |
Remember to make an appointment with ‘Ask The Dentist’ on Galway Talks the first Wednesday of each month around 11:30am
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, David Collins, Cian O’Connell and George McDonagh.
Among tonight’s topics are:
Galway hurlers win the Walsh Cup;
Galway footballers fall to Roscommon in National League;
Galway ladies still unbeaten after draw with All-Ireland champions Meath;
Clean sweep for Galway schools in Connacht PPS Senior Hurling Finals.
Ireland rugby, Premier League and much more.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
Galway United manager John Caulfield returned as special guest this week on ‘Over The Line.’
The new season kicks off in Ballybofey on Friday week (17th February) against Finn Harps, and we looked ahead to the campaign.
John was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Tributes paid following the death of a man in a road collision near Ballinasloe
We speak to a local undertaker and embalmer as the Taoiseach refers rise in deaths to the CMO
We hear stories from times past relating to Our Lady’s Boys Club
Tinnitus Awareness Week
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Four points in the final 10 minutes was enough to swing this Mezzino Connacht PPS Senior B Hurling Final in favour of Holy Rosary College Mountbellew on Saturday (4th February).
Oisin Lohan registered three scores, on his way to a personal tally, while Oisin Colleran also found the target.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports
Afterwards, Darren had a chat with Holy Rosary’s winning captain Oisin Lohan
Darren also got the thoughts of Holy Rosary manager Adrian Bellew
Scorers – Holy Rosary College Mountbellew: Oisin Lohan 0-9 (six frees, one ’65, one sideline), Ciaran Mulhern 0-2, Ronan Kelly 0-1, Dean Cunningham 0-1, Oisin Colleran 0-1.
Scorers – Portumna Community School: Adam Canning 0-6 (four frees), Adam Rocke 0-2, Conor Kennedy 0-2, Evan Glynn 0-1, Callum Keane 0-1.
Holy Rosary College Mountbellew: Harry Mitchell; Darragh Maloney, Cian Kelly, Cian Ruane; Oisin Colleran, Brian Noone, Darragh Higgins; Oisin Lohan, Andrew Fitzgerald; Ronan Kelly, Ciaran Mulhern, Micheál Ryan; Dean Cunningham, Cillian Roche, Tiarnan Lohan.
Subs used: Daniel Hurley for Maloney (30 mins), Diarmuid Ryan for M Ryan (43 mins).
Portumna Community School: Andrew Canning; Cathal Campbell, Conor Fahy, Augustine Lyons; Michael O’Sullivan, Tom Horan, Shane Felle; John Dervan, Adam Rocke; Cian Treacy, Thomas O’Brien, Evan Glynn; Conor Kennedy, Adam Canning, Callum Keane.
Subs used: Dylan Hughes for Treacy (34 mins).
Referee: Karol Collins.
Holy Rosary College Mountbellew captain Oisin Lohan receives the Keith Hayes Cup from Connacht PPS Chairman Joe MacCabe
Presentation College Athenry were crowned Mezzino Connacht PPS Senior A Hurling Champions on Saturday (4th February) following this three-point win over St. Raphael’s Loughrea in Duggan Park, Ballinasloe.
Aaron Niland top scored with 13 points but it was substitutes Orin Burke and Matthew Tarpey who had the final say with late scores.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports
Afterwards, Darren caught up with Presentation captain Tiarnán Leen.
Darren also got the thoughts of Presentation manager Cathal Moore.
Scorers – Presentation Athenry: Aaron Niland 0-13 (nine frees), Tiarnán Lee 0-1, Darragh McCartin 0-1, Michael Fallon 0-1, Gearóid Fahy 0-1, Orin Burke 0-1, Matthew Tarpey 0-1.
Scorers – St. Raphael’s Loughrea: Leon Connaire 0-7 (all frees), Diarmuid MacCarthaigh 1-0, Bobby Feeney 1-0, Eoghan Mulleady 0-1, Paddy MacCarthaigh 0-1, Niall Dillon 0-1.
Presentation College, Athenry: Darragh Walsh; Seán Murphy, Conor Lawless, Aaron Shannon; Aaron McDonagh, Michael Fallon, Darragh Counihan; Colin Counihan, Tiarnán Lee; Gearóid Fahy, Cian Donoghue, Darragh McCartain; Nigel Kelly, Aaron Niland, Eoin Byrne.
Subs used: Matthew Tarpey for C Counihan (HT), Orin Burke for Kelly (42 mins), Shane Monaghan for Byrne (48 mins).
St. Raphael’s College, Loughrea: Shane Murray; Shane Concannon, Conor Headd, Donnacha Campbell; Luke McInerney, Stephen Keane, Daniel Keane; Niall Dillon, Cullen Killeen; Marcus Burns, Paddy MacCarthaigh, Eoghan Mulleady; Bobby Feeney, Leon Connaire, Diarmuid MacCarthaigh.
Subs used: Sean Cahill for Murray (55 mins), Gavin Maher for D MacCarthaigh (60 mins).
Presentation College Athenry captain Tiarnán Leen receiving the John Ryan Cup from Connacht PPS Chairman Joe MacCabe
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Councillor hits out at ongoing issue of pungent smells of sewerage in Gort town
Local MEP backs better rights for platform workers following successful vote in the EU Parliament
ATU Galway student set to cook-up a storm at Student Chef of the Year 2023 competition
Supermac’s chief Pat McDonagh criticises culture of settling injury claims outside court as seven-year case thrown out
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
This Saturday will see the finals of the Connacht PPS Senior A, B, C and D hurling Championships.
The Senior B Final between Portumna Community School and Holy Rosary College Mountbellew will take place in Duggan Park at 1pm and will be followed by the Senior A Final at 3pm between Presentation College Athenry and St Raphael’s College Loughrea.
The D Final between Mercy Woodford and St Gerald’s Castlebar is at the Connacht GAA Centre at 1pm followed by the Senior C Final at 2.30pm at the Connacht GAA Centre between St Killian’s New Inn and Clarin College Athenry.
As we look forward to all four finals, we hear from the management of the SEVEN Galway teams involved this weekend in a special podcast.
Presented by John Mulligan
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Ring road case is a defining moment for national transport policy according to professor of engineering
Galway Deputy says small rural businesses are discriminated against by the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme
Lawrencetown and Woodford honoured at National Pride of Place Awards
10am-11am
Galway TD reacts to Environment Minister quashing hopes of the Galway City Ring Road project
Serious exam concerns must be urgently addressed according to the ASTI
Aer Lingus announce new route from IWAK to London Heathrow replacing Gatwick service
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On this episode, Keith speaks with:
- Joseph Dunphy on the Grass 10 Programme
- John Noonan, Organic Advisor for Teagasc
- Jacinta Fahy, Secondary Agricultural Science school teacher
Country Life in association with your local Credit Union.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Galway Deputy calls for critical infrastructure projects to be exempt from emissions targets
Home care waiting list could be wiped out at the stroke of pen says HCCI
Hairdressers launch campaign to keep 9% Vat rate ahead of planned increase from March
10am-11am
President Joe Biden’s long lost Galway family uncovered
Tourism set to get a significant boost in the city ahead of the new Bank Holiday weekend
Motoring Slot
Job Spot
Select Cartridge MD on why he is in support of the N6 Galway City Ring Road project
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Duggan Park, Ballinasloe hosts a doubleheader of Connacht PPS Hurling Finals this Saturday (4th February).
At 3pm, Presentation College Athenry are against St. Raphael’s Loughrea in the Senior A Final.
But before that, it’s the Senior B decider between Holy Rosary College Mountbellew and Portumna Community School.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly has been chatting to both camps starting with Holy Rosary manager Adrian Bellew.
Darren also got the thoughts of Ruairí Ó Tuairisg.
Throw-in at Duggan Park, Ballinasloe on Saturday is 1pm.
Coláiste na Coiribe created history on Tuesday (31st January) when they were crowned Connacht Junior Girls Champions for the first time ever.
Caitlin Joyce’s equaliser before half-time was vital against Mount St. Michael Secondary School, Claremorris as the game finished 1-1 after normal and extra time.
Penalties were eventually needed to separate the teams and the Galway school prevailed 3-2 to secure an All-Ireland semi-final place in March.
Afterwards, Coláiste na Coiribe manager Caroline Ní Ghríofa chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
St. Raphael’s Loughrea are the Connacht PPS Junior A Hurling champions following a 1-17 to 1-7 win over Presentation Athenry in Duggan Park on Tuesday (31st January).
Bobby Feeney’s first-half goal gave them a buffer at the break. Ciaran Leen got Presentation’s green flag.
Afterwards, St. Raphael’s manager Francis Forde chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
St. Raphael’s captain Stephen Keane with the Paul Flynn trophy. Photo (c) St. Raphael’s twitter
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Redress legislation for Mother and Baby Home survivors expected to go before the Oireachtas tomorrow night
Rural Ireland under attack fearing for their safety following robberies
Galway woman retires as CEO of the Local Enterprise Office
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Diarmuid Blake, William Davies and George McDonagh.
They discuss the weekend’s sport including:
Galway’s National Football League draw with Mayo in Castlebar;
The senior ladies secure their second league win over Dublin;
Connacht get back to winning ways in the United Rugby Championship;
All this and more
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Galway minor hurling manager Fergal Healy.
The Craughwell and Galway star looks at the year ahead and his time playing in the Galway jersey at Minor, U-21 and Senior level.
He was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
Connacht’s Jack Carty became Connacht’s all-time top scorer on Saturday (28th January) as the hosts secured a vital victory in the BKT United Rugby Championship over South Africa’s Emirates Lions.
Carty’s 13 points allowed him overtake Eric Elwood with a new record tally of 1159 points, while the host also ran in six tries at the Sportsground.
Caolin Blade scored three of them with Diarmuid Kilgallen, Shane Delahunt and Tiernan O’Halloran also going over the whitewash.
Galway Bay FM’s William Davies reports
Afterwards, William caught up with Connacht’s new record points scorer Jack Carty
Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend also spoke to William
Connacht’s next outing in the BKT United Rugby Championship is away to Zebre on Saturday, 18th February. Kick-off at the Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi is 3.05pm.
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Scorers – Connacht: Tries – Kilgallen, Delahunt, Blade (3), O’Halloran; Conversions – Carty (5); Penalty – Carty.
Scorers – Lions: Tries – Ntlabakanye, Van Wyk, Louw; Conversions – Hendrikse (3); Penalty – Hendrikse.
Connacht: T O’Halloran; D Kilgallen, T Farrell, C Forde, J Porch; J Carty (capt), C Blade; P Dooley, S Delahunt, J Aungier; D Murray, N Murray; J Murphy, C Oliver, J Butler.
Replacements: D Tierney-Martin, J Duggan, D Robertson-McCoy, L Fifita, S Hurley-Langton, K Marmion, T Daly, O McNulty.
Lions: Q Horn; S Pienaar, H van Wyk, M Louw (capt), E van der Merwe; J Hendrikse, A Warner; J Smith, P Botha, A Ntlabakanye; W Alberts, D Landsberg; S Sangweni, E van Heerden, E Tshituka.
Replacements: M van Vuuren, M Naude, R Smith, P Jansen van Vuren, J Kriel, M van den Berg, M Rass, A Coetzee.
Referee: Paul Williams (NZR)
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Galway made it two-wins-from two on Sunday (29th January) as they produced an eye catching display in their LIDL Ladies National Football League victory over Dublin.
Leanne Coen’s goal allowed the Tribeswomen pull clear against the former All-Ireland champions as they went joint top of Division 1 with Kerry.
Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports
Afterwards, Galway’s player of the match Ailbhe Davoren chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane
Next to catch up with Tommy were Galway joint managers Fiona Wynne and Maghnus Breathnach
Finally, Tommy got the thoughts of Dublin boss Mick Bohan
Galway’s next game is away to Meath next Monday (6th February). Throw-in at Páirc Tailteann, Navan is 1.15pm.
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Scorers – Galway: L Coen 1-0, R Leonard 0-3 (3f), K Slevin 0-3 (1f), T Leonard 0-2, A Davoren 0-2, O Divilly 0-2 (2f), S Brennan 0-1.
Dublin: H Tyrrell 0-4 (4f), C Rowe 0-2 (2f), C O’Connor 0-1.
Galway: A Griffin; B Quinn, S Ní Loingsigh, E Gavin; C Cooney, K Geraghty, S Brennan; A Davoren, N Ward; L Coen, K Slevin, A Molloy; M Glynn, R Leonard, L Noone.
Subs: O Divilly for Quinn (ht), L Ward for Brennan (ht), C Miskell for R Leonard (42), S Healy for Molloy (42), T Leonard for Slevin (50), A Ni Cheallaigh for Geraghty (60), E Power for Glynn (60).
Dublin: A Shiels; R Baker, R Brennan, J Tobin; L Caffrey, D Lawless, E Deeley; J Dunne, E O’Dowd; O Nolan, C Rowe, E Gribben; C O’Connor, H Tyrrell, J Egan.
Subs: E Strappe for Baker (35), C Darby for Egan (35), A Timothy for Gribben (43), K Sullivan for Nolan (45), T Quinn Corbally for Deeley (51),
Referee: G McMahon (Davitts).
On today’s show:
9am-10am
120 Ukrainian refugees to be housed in O’Dea’s Hotel in Loughrea;
Funding secured for feasibility study into the Tidal Pools in Salthill;
Galway-Limerick railway line bucks the trend with rapid growth when overall rail patronage down more than 25%;
University of Galway research on ‘weaning’ patients from ventilation aims to improve outcomes
Moycullen Bypass Traffic Disruptions
10am-11am
Animal Abuse
New Initiatives launched by Ollscoil na Gaillimhe and Gaillimh le Gaeilge to promote spoken Irish in the city
Regional start-up summit planned for Galway next month
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Kick start your health journey this year with the return of Good Health Naturally on Galway Talks with Evergreen Healthfoods .
Polly from Evergreen Healthfoods returns to the airwaves to offer advice for
- a cough persisting for more than three weeks
- easy to digest and absorb Calcium options for brittle bones
- what to give a five-year-old with a bad cold.
- what to take for a flu with an upset stomach and
- Milk Thistle as a liver detox.
Listen Back here to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan Tues 24th Jan 2023
Good Health Naturally Jan 2023For more Good Health Naturally advice from Polly in Evergreen Healthfoods check out our Podcast Library or tune in to Galway Talks every second Tuesday.
For 30 years, Evergreen Healthfoods has been at the forefront of natural health & wellness in Ireland, with each product in their range hand-selected for quality.
Evergreen Healthfoods is a family-run, Irish business founded by Kieran & Aideen Hurley, they have 8 stores in Galway and proudly serve the whole of Ireland though their online store. They first opened their doors in 1992 on Mainguard Street in the heart of Galway City. Over 30 years, with Founders Kieran and Aideen Hurley at the helm, they have built their reputation and today are proud to be one of Ireland’s best-loved independent health food stores.
A family-run Irish business, they have grown over the years to eight health food stores stores in and around Galway, launching their online health store – evergreen.ie – in 2008.
In 2020, Kieran and Aideen were awarded a Special Recognition Award for Services to Retail from Health Stores Ireland, praised as ‘standard bearers, tireless campaigners and proud supporters of the wider health food sector’.
Galway were denied an opening day victory in the National Football League Division 1 on Saturday (28th January) as Mayo’s Ryan O’Donoghue earned a draw for the hosts in Castlebar.
Matthew Tierney and Seán Kelly got the Tribesmen’s two goals while Damien Comer contributed three points.
Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports
Afterwards, Galway manager Padraic Joyce spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins and assembled media.
Galway’s next game is at home to Roscommon on Sunday, 5th February. Throw-in at Pearse Stadium is 2pm.
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Galway: Connor Gleeson; Seán Kelly (1-0), Neil Mulcahy, Eoghan Kelly; Dylan McHugh, John Daly, Daniel O’Flaherty; Paul Conroy (0-1), Cillian McDaid (0-1); Paul Kelly (0-1), Matthew Tierney (1-0), Johnny Heaney; Robert Finnerty (0-1), Damien Comer (0-3, one free, one mark), Dessie Conneely.
Subs used: Peter Cooke (0-1, free) for Finnerty, Cathal Sweeney for P Kelly, Eoin Finnerty for Conneely, Jack Glynn for O’Flaherty, Gerard Davoren for Tierney.
Mayo: Colm Reape; Jack Coyne, David McBrien, Rory Brickenden; Enda Hession, Stephen Coen, Conor Loftus; Matthew Ruane (0-1), Diarmuid O’Connor (0-1); Jack Carney, Bob Tuohy (0-1), Jordan Flynn (0-1); Ryan O’Donoghue (0-6, four frees), James Carr (1-0), Aiden Orme.
Subs used: Aidan O’Shea for Orme, Eoghan McLaughlin for D O’Connor, Cillian O’Connor (0-1) for Carr, Kevin McLoughlin for Carney, Paul Towey for Tuohy.
Referee: Joe McQuillan (Cavan)
Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy hosts the weekend round-up sports show. Featured this week:
Galway senior footballers draw with Mayo in the National League in Castlebar;
The Tribeswomen seniors make it two wins from two in the Ladies National Football League;
Connacht get the job done against the Lions in the United Rugby Championship;
All this and more.
‘The Full-Time Whistle’ broadcasts every Sunday evening from 7pm on Galway Bay FM.
After 43 years of gigging and releasing music together as a band. What is the secret to maintaining such popularity and success over 4 decades? Donal Mahon from the Nighfly caught up with John Taylor, bassist and founding member of Duran Duran during the week. Listen to find out the answer!
On today’s Community Matters show from Doughiska
9am-10am
The changing face of Doughiska from rural to urban and indigenous to multicultural
Diversity in the religious community and how the church is adapting locally to shortage of priests
The history of Doughiska and the success of Merlin Woods at the Pride of Place awards
10am-11am
Tribute to Mark Morley who died in a Kayaking tragedy a month ago
The challenges facing the area and a discussion on possible solutions with local community organisations
Business at the Cumasú with Saoirse from the Neighbourhood Cafe
11am-12pm
Sports Preview
We are joined by to top sports star’s and athletes from the area both established and up and coming
Local musicians from a range of styles and backgrounds take to the microphone
Wrap up of the day and the impact the Cumasú Centre has had on the local community
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Call to end volunteering in orphanages worldwide
Galway East TD urges parents to relinquish unused school transport tickets
Galway GAA appeal for support of Muintir na Gaillimhe fundraising initiative
10am-11am
IFA rail against ‘Green Party thinking’ at the AGM on Tuesday
An Irish Language Plan has been completed for Gaeltacht An tEachreidh
Comprehensive update on the rollout of the National Broadband Plan in Galway
Wreath laid by the Tanaiste in Lebannon in memory of Private Sean Rooney
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Corrandulla Nursing Home to close next month as families search for new care facilities
Galway County Council consider buying the City Council’s stake in Galway Airport
Best day ever for Irish at Oscar nominations with Galway-based Banshees of Inisherin getting numerous nods
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Connacht return to United Rugby Championship action this Saturday (28th January) when they host South Africa’s Emirates Lions.
The teams last met in April 2022 when Connacht were 33-30 victors at Emirates Airline Park thanks to tries from Tom Daly, Cian Prendergast and a penalty try.
Captain Jack Carty kicked 18 points that day and is back training and could be involved in the fixture.
Paul Boyle is also back training but won’t be available, while Andy Friend could also be without Byron Ralston, Alex Wootton, Dave Heffernan and Cian Prendergast.
Leading up to the game, Connacht Director of Rugby chatted with Galway Bay FM’s William Davies and started by discussing Bundee Aki’s current status.
In other news, Dylan Tierney-Martin has signed a three-year contract extension and the Connacht hooker also chatted to William.
Kick-off at the Sportsground on Saturday is 7.35pm.
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Galway make their return to Division 1 action in the National Football League this Saturday (28th January) when they travel to face Mayo.
It’s the rivals’ first clash in this competition since 2020 when Mayo were 3-23 to 0-17 in Pearse Stadium.
Their most recent meeting was the FBD League semi-final two weeks ago when the Green and Red were 2-18 to 3-12 victors.
Leading up to the game, Galway senior football manager Padraic Joyce has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, Castlebar on Saturday is 7.30pm.
Connacht Tribune Sports Editor John McIntyre was the special guest this week on ‘Over The Line’ (Monday, 23rd January).
John discussed the recent 2022 Galway Sports Awards acknowledging the great achievements of the county’s athletes over the past 12 months.
And he also looked ahead to this year and gave his thoughts on what to expect from Galway’s various teams.
He was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
St. Raphael’s College, Loughrea are the Connacht PPS Junior B camogie champions after beating St. Killian’s, New Inn 5-9 to 1-12 in Duggan Park on Tuesday (24th January).
Leah Behan was the star of the show with four goals, Emily Lawless got the other green flag while Katie Murray contributed seven points.
Tara Healy is the St. Raphael’s joint manager with John Hardiman, and she chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly afterwards.
St. Raphael’s now advance to a home All-Ireland semi-final against Armagh’s Keady on Saturday, 11th February.
Galway Bay FM’s Barbara Nic Dhonnacha with … John Morley
This is the fourth episode of Barbara’s Podcast and she is joined by Galway Bay FM’s John Morley who recently joined the team as Producer of daily current affairs show Galway Talks.
Musicals, Mayo and Michaela. We hope you enjoy getting to know a little more about John Morley and tune into Galway Talks 9am-12pm weekdays on Galway Bay FM.
John stars in ‘All Shook Up’ at the Royal Theatre, Castlebar 9th, 10th & 11th March 2023,
Galway and Portumna hurling star Joe Canning will be the first guest this Thursday (26th January) on the 21st series of TG4’s Laochra Gael.
To read the press release featuring all eight guests, click HERE.
The 2017 All-Ireland winner’s career will be reviewed while viewers will also get a closer look to his personal life.
Canning retired from inter-county hurling in 2021 following 14 years representing the maroon and white. But he still lines out for Portumna, whom he won four All-Irelands with.
Joe was speaking to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
TG4’s ‘Laochra Gael’ featuring Joe Canning broadcasts on Thursday at 9.30pm.
Joe Canning pictured with his father Seán
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Councillor receives unanimous support for motion calling on Irish Water to come before the council to explain frequent outages
Galway Simon Community says Government must address the root causes of the homelessness crisis
Galway man gives stark warning about crypto scams after being conned out of money
10am-11am
Tánaiste reaffirms ‘confidence’ in Paschal Donohoe as he prepares to address the Dail
Network Ireland are having their Open Evening & 2023 Masterclass tomorrow in The Connacht Hotel
Independent Regional Group Members seeks Dáil suspension to address the crisis in Children’s Mental Health Services
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‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, William Davies, Adrian O’Neill and George McDonagh.
They discuss the weekend’s sport including:
University of Maree’s success in the Senior Men’s National Basketball Final;
Controversy in Croke Park at the end of the All-Ireland Senior Club Football Final;
Wins for Galway in Hurling and Ladies Football;
The Premier League and much more.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On this week’s show, we took a look at where Connacht Rugby stands after their disappointing performance against Newcastle Falcons in the EPCR Challenge Cup.
The English side were 35-21 winners forcing Andy Friend’s side to take the ‘away’ route as they’ll travel to Italy for their last-16 tie against Benetton Treviso in two months.
Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy, William Davies, Rob Murphy and George McDonagh look back on that game and Connacht’s 2022-23 season so far.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
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The newly crowned InsureMyHouse.ie Senior Men’s National Cup champions University of Galway received a heroes welcome in Oranmore Community Centre on Sunday (22nd January) following their dramatic title win the previous night.
Charlie Crowley’s side beat DBS Eanna 74-69 at the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght to become Galway’s first-ever winners of the Pat Duffy Cup.
Galway Bay FM’s Adrian O’Neill reports
University of Galway Maree assistant coach John Finn joined Galway Bay FM’s Keith Finnegan and Ollie Turner on Galway Talks on Monday to reflect on the success.
To relive Saturday’s commentary with Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan and Adrian O’Neill, and all the post-match reaction, click HERE.
Connacht failed to get the bonus point required on Saturday (21st January) that would have secured home advantage in the knockout stages of the EPCR Challenge Cup.
Despite three Finlay Bealham tries for the visitors, the hosts ran out 35-21 winners at Kingston Park.
Connacht will now travel to Benetton on the week ending April 2nd for their last-16 tie.
Galway Bay FM’s Rob Murphy reports.
Afterwards, Rob got the thoughts of Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend
Galway Bay FM’s commentary team was Rob Murphy, William Davies and Alan Deegan
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Shock locally following fatal road traffic collision in Ballinasloe last night
Installation of lift for disabled and elder people refused by Galway County Council
Vital E-Scooter Legislation is passed ahead of roll out of Electric Charging Strategy
10am-11am
Galway East TD apologises following remarks on Dublin band Sprints performance on the Tommy Tiernan Show
Local councillor blames lack of communication between Irish Water and Galway City Council for prolonged water outage
We hear about the National Hospitals Campaign protest outside UHG with John Morley
Concern that hundreds of refugees may face homelessness unless urgent action is taken
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On this week’s show with Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy, we look back on:
University of Galway Maree are InsureMyHouse.ie Senior Men’s National Cup basketball champions;
University of Galway Mystics win the under 20 women’s crown;
Galway senior ladies footballers get their LIDL National League campaign off to a winning start against Donegal;
The Tribesmen senior hurlers make it three-wins-from-three in the Walsh Cup against Antrim;
Connacht go down to Newcastle Falcons in the EPCR Rugby Challenge Cup;
And the same happens against Munster in the women’s interprovincial series;
The draw takes place for the Connacht Junior Cup semi-finals;
There’s FAI Junior Cup action and much more.
‘The Full-Time Whistle’ takes place every Sunday evening from 7pm here on Galway Bay FM.
University of Galway Maree are the InsureMyHouse.ie Pat Duffy Cup Senior Men’s National Cup champions after a sensational performance on Saturday (21st January).
Jarett Haines top scored with 35 points in a contest where momentum swung regularly.
They finished five points winners (74-69) over DBS Eanna but it was only in the closing minutes that the Galway side finally sealed the deal and became the county’s first national winners since 1996.
Relive the whole game and reaction from the Maree team afterwards with Galway Bay FM’s match commentary team of John Mulligan and Adrian O’Neill.
MNCC Chairman Paul Barrett presents the MVP award ball to Jarett Haines of University of Galway Maree ©INPHO/Ben Brady
Galway have concluded their group games in the Walsh Cup with a third victory.
They beat Antrim 1-31 to 2-15 at the Darver Centre of Excellence. Cappataggle’s Jarlath Mannion got Galway’s goal in the first half.
Wexford beat Kilkenny 1-25 to 2-18 this evening but Galway won’t know their final opponents until Sunday, when Laois play Offaly.
Laois must win by 25 points to reach the final; if they win but by less than that, then Kilkenny will advance; should Laois fail to beat Offaly, then Wexford will advance on head-to-head.
The Walsh Cup Final is fixed for next Saturday (28th January) in Croke Park at 3pm.
Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan reports
Afterwards, Galway senior manager Henry Shefflin gave his thoughts to Niall
Galway Bay FM’s match commentary team was Sean Walsh and Cyril Farrell and you can relive the full game below.
Galway: Mark Fahy; Oisin Salmon, Jack Fitzpatrick, Darren Morrissey; Shane Ryan, Joseph Cooney, Jack Canning; Ronan Glennon, Gavin Lee; Sean O’Hanlon, Jason Flynn, Kevin Hanney; Mark Kennedy, Jarlath Mannion, Liam Collins.
Subs used: Jack Grealish for Canning (HT), Declan McLoughlin (0-2) for Mannion (46 mins), Kevin Cooney for Collins (49 mins), Cianan Fahy for Hanney (53 mins), Eanna Murphy for Fahy (55 mins), John Cooney for Kennedy (59 mins), Thomas Monaghan for Joseph Cooney (60 mins), Sean Linnane for Morrissey (65 mins).
Antrim: T Smyth; D McMullan, P Burke, N O’Connor; C McKernan, E Campbell, S Walsh; D McKernan, J Maskey (0-1); M Bradley (0-1), S McAuley (0-1), N McKenna (0-4); E O’Neill (1-0), N McManus (0-4, 3f), R McMullan (1-0)
Subs used: G Walsh (0-1) for C McKernan (46 mins), E McAlonan (0-1) for D McKernan (46 mins), C Johnston (0-1) for McMullan (46 mins), S Rooney for Walsh (46 mins), P Boyle (0-1) for Maskey (46 mins), E Og McGarry for McKenna (56 mins), A Bradley for McAuley (60 mins), E Trainor for McMullan (65 mins), C McGarry for O’Neill (65 mins)
REFEREE: Eamonn Furlong (Wexford)
Galway have made a winning start to Division 1 of this year’s Ladies National Football League with an 0-11 to 0-6 victory over Donegal in Tuam Stadium.
Claregalway’s Kate Slevin was player of the match. The Tribeswomen’s next game is at home to Dublin tomorrow week (29th January).
Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports
Afterwards, Galway’s player of the match Kate Slevin chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane.
Tommy also caught up with Galway joint manager Maghnus Breathnach.
Finally, Tommy got the thoughts of Donegal manager Maxi Curran.
Scorers – Galway: K Slevin 0-6, (2f, 1 pen), A O’Rourke (2f) and R Leonard (1f) 0-2 each, A Davoren 0-1.
Donegal: S White 0-5 (4f), S Boyle 0-1.
GALWAY: A Griffin; K Geraghty, S Ní Loingsigh, E Gavin; C Cooney, B Quinn, A Molloy; A Davoren, C Cleary; L Coen, R Leonard, S Brennan; L Noone, A O’Rourke, K Slevin.
Subs: M Glynn for Cleary (ht), C Miskell for R Leonard (41), T Leonard, for O’Rourke (45), S Healy for Molloy (51), M Seoighe for Noone (58), E Power for Davoren (59).
DONEGAL: A McColgan; S Boyle, E McGinley, N Carr; A Boyle Carr, T Hegarty, R Rodgers; S White, E Gallagher; K Dowds, S Twohig, K Long; C McGarvey, C Gillespie, L Ryan.
Subs: J McFadden for N Carr (28), S McGroddy for Ryan (ht), C Boyle for Gillespie (ht), A Walsh for Long (47), S Higgins for McGarvey (59), C Walsh for White (59).
Ref: Seamus Mulvihill (Kerry).
‘We have a good mix..’ – Galway captain Sarah Ní Loingsigh after her team’s Lidl National League opening day win over Donegal.
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Connacht’s hopes of a women’s interprovincial series title didn’t materialise on Saturday (21st January) at the Sportsground as new champions Munster ran out 50-24 victors in the final round.
Clara Barrett got two Connacht tries, while Emily Gavin and Hannah Coen also went over.
The result leaves them with just one win from their three games.
Here is the full-time report with Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
Afterwards, Connacht captain Mary Healy gave her thoughts to John.
John also spoke to Connacht head coach Lyndon Jones.
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University of Galway Mystics are the InsureMyHouse.ie womens under 20 National Cup champions.
They beat Limerick Sport Huskies 97-48 today (Saturday, 21st January) in a dominant display at the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght. Captain Kara McCleane was also named MVP.
Galway Bay FM’s Adrian O’Neill reports
Afterwards, University of Galway Mystics head coach Paul O’Brien gave his reaction to the Connacht Tribune’s Keith Kelly.
University of Galway Mystics: Hazel Finn, Kara McCleane, Aoibhinn Walsh, Caoimhe O’Sullivan, Ellie Glavin, Ava McCleane, Emma Glavin, Maedhbh O’Brien
Top Scorers: Hazel Finn (20), Maedhbh O’Brien (20), Kara McCleane (19), Emma Glavin (16), Ellie Glavin (12)
Limerick Sport Huskies: Hannah Cremin, Keira Shyne, Jessica O’Shea, Bronagh Dollard, Emilie Hamel, Emma O’Sullivan, Sara Brazil, Sophie Moore, Niamh Fahy, Abbie Pigott
Top Scorers: Hannah Cremin (13), Sophie Moore (10), Abbie Pigott (8), Jessica O’Shea and Sara Brazil (both 5)
University of Galway Mystics’ Kara McCleane is presented with the Under 20 Women’s National Cup award by NABC Secretary Margaret Miley ©INPHO/Ben Brady
We’ll have FULL online coverage of two big matches today (Saturday, 21st January 2023)
Coming up at 2pm, we’ll be in Darver Centre of Excellence for Galway’s final group game in the Walsh Cup.
Henry Shefflin’s charges look to maintain their unbeaten run before the final next week. We’ll be on air from 1.45pm with Galway Bay FM’s Sean Walsh and Cyril Farrell.
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And then from 5.30pm this evening, Connacht play their final pool game in the EPCR Challenge Cup against Newcastle Falcons.
Join Rob Murphy and William Davies both LIVE on Galway Bay FM, and here on galwaybayfm.ie.
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
University of Galway issue statement in relation to rowing incident on the River Corrib
Housing development in Knocknacarra receives second refusal for planning in 2 months
Galway City Gym organise fundraiser for local women who was injured in a skateboarding accident
We hear from a local farmer against a proposed new greenway in his boreen in Ballinderreen
10am-11am
Local councillor responds to greenway controversy in Ballinderreen
Planning permission for a Waste Transfer Station Facility in Poolboy has expired according to local councillor
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We will be speaking with a Galway woman in Haiti watching the National Pride of Place Awards
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Potential boating disaster on the River Corrib averted at the weekend
We hear from the Galway PBP rep as Coveney warns FG TDs migration could become divisive after recent demonstrations
Local Enterprise Office Galway is running a free Digital event for local businesses next week
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Astrofest – The Galway Astronomy Festival is back and Barbara speaks with the Galway Astronomy Club Chair about the festival and the club, which meets usually the first Monday of the month.
Astrofest takes place Saturday January 28th in Menlo Park Hotel, Terryland, Galway. Film Screening in PÁLAS Friday January 27th.
To find out about the Festival and the Club, details on their website.
Galway begin their LIDL Ladies National Football League campaign this Saturday (21st January) when they host Donegal on the opening day of Division 1.
The league returns to it’s pre-COVID format with all eight teams playing each other in a round-robin format with the top two advancing to the final.
Tracey Leonard struck 3-4 the last time the Tribeswomen bet Donegal in 2020 but the Tir Conaill women have enjoyed two league wins since.
Leading up to the game, Galway centre back and LIDL Ambassador Nicola Ward has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Throw-in at Tuam Stadium on Saturday is 2pm.
18 January 2023; Lidl ambassadors, from left, Síofra O’Shea of Kerry Aishling Moloney of Tipperary, Emma Duggan of Meath, Carla Rowe of Dublin, Shauna Howley of Mayo, Ally Cahill of Cavan and Nicola Ward of Galway at the launch of the 2023 Lidl Ladies National Football Leagues at Lidl Head Office, Tallaght, Dublin. In addition to details of unprecedented TV and online coverage, the retailer is also seeking nominations from LGFA clubs for its Lidl One Good Club youth mental health programme at www.lidl.ie/onegoodclub. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
On today’s show:
9am-10am
TDs begin to tighten security following incident in Gort where bags of cow dung were thrown at two local politicians
Athenry family speak on dramatic reunion with dog stolen two years ago
Long COVID patient education programme in Galway University Hospitals wins National Healthcare Award
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
The Connacht Junior Cup quarter-finals are scheduled for next weekend with the fixtures to hand as follows:
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Sunday, 22nd January
Galwegians vs Ballinrobe (2pm Crowley Park)
Tuam vs Dunmore (2pm Garraun Park)
Westport vs University of Galway (2pm Westport)
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Details TBC
Creggs vs Connemara/Buccaneers
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Last week’s Round 16 results were as follows (with reports included for some games):
Dunmore 28-21 Castlebar
Galway Bay FM’s Ivan Smyth reports
Creggs 61-19 Corinthians
Westport 36-14 Ballyhaunis
Corrib 10-13 University of Galway
Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty reports
Monivea 7-35 Tuam
Galway Bay FM’s William Davies reports
Galwegians 36-5 Sligo
Ballinrobe 20-5 Ballinasloe
Afterwards, Ballinrobe player coach Craig Hansberry spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Rob Murphy
Rob also got the thoughts of Ballinasloe coach Noel Mannion.
With qualification secured for the knockout stages, Connacht will aim to secure a high seeding for the last-16 of the EPCR European Challenge Cup on Saturday (21st January).
A fourth victory in as many games should secure a home tie in their next outing. Connacht were 22-8 winners in Round 1 against Newcastle, but their last trip to Tyneside seven years ago resulted in a 29-5 loss.
Leading up to the game, Connacht Head Coach Pete Wilkins has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Rob Murphy.
Rob also caught up with Connacht flanker Jarrad Butler.
Kick-off at Kingston Park on Saturday is 5.30pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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Galway entrepreneur Úna Heaney joined Barbara Nic Dhonnacha in studio and shared her ‘habit tracker’ with us!
Check out Úna’s website.
Gort Community School are Connacht PPS Junior A Camogie Champions for the first time following a 2-8 to 2-6 win over Coláiste Bhaile Chláir in Kinvara today (Tuesday, 17th January).
Siobhán Mullins got a first-half goal as they went five points clear but had to deal with an Orlaith Donoghue-inspired Claregalway comeback.
However, despite trailing by two points, Katie Flaherty got a second Gort goal while Aisling Dolphin and Róisín Cahill were also on the scoreboard.
An elated Gort joint manager Aoife Lynskey gave her reaction to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly afterwards.
Ard Scoil Mhuire, Ballinasloe were crowned Senior C winners at the Ballinasloe GAA grounds.
They beat Clarin College, Athenry 3-7 to 0-8 with Sophie Flynn getting two first-half goals. Shauna Mitchell got the third three-pointer in the second half.
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Both schools advance to their respective All-Ireland semi-finals in two weeks.
The Junior B Final between St. Raphael’s Loughrea and St. Killian’s College, New Inn was postponed.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
New protocol will see some Galway patients brought to unit at Roscommon University Hospital
Opposition to proposed cycleway which it is claimed will violate a Special Area of Conservation in East Galway
Best Business Hotel in Ireland awarded to the Nox Hotel in Galway City
10am-11am
National Hospitals Campaign to protest outside University Hospital Galway on Saturday
1% of Irish population owns a quarter of the wealth, claims Oxfam report
Dr Fergal Hickey responds to the National Hospital Campaign protest
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Listen back to our Over the Line show live from the Kingfisher Gym in University of Galway where our sports team were joined by representatives of various sporting teams and clubs in the college. The programme is introduced by Gerry Murphy…
Galway secured their place in this year’s Walsh Cup pulling clear against Dublin on Saturday (14th January) for their second win of the campaign.
Portumna’s Declan McLaughlin got the Galway goal while Clarinbridge’s Evan Niland top scored with seven points.
Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan reports
Afterwards, Niall got the views of Galway senior hurling manager Henry Shefflin.
Niall also got up with the Dublin boss Michéal Donoghue
Galway play their third round-robin game on Sunday (22nd January) when they travel to take on Antrim. Throw-in at Darver Centre of Excellence is 2pm.
Galway’s pre-season ended on Saturday (14th January) as they were beaten 2-18 to 3-12 by Mayo in the FBD League semi-final at the Connacht GAA Dome in Bekan.
Tomo Culhane struck 2-2 with Matthew Tierney getting Galway’s other goal but they paid for a poor first half.
Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports
Afterwards, Galway manager Padraic Joyce gave his views to Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins.
Galway’s next game is away to Mayo in the opening round of Division 1 of the National Football League. Throw-in at Hastings Insurance Park, Castlebar on Saturday week (28th January) is 7.30pm.
The 2022 Shearwater Hotel Galway Club Camogie All-Star award winners were announced recently ahead of the banquet in Ballinasloe on Saturday, 27th January.
Sixteen clubs are represented across three grades for the prestigious annual event that celebrates the best in Galway club camogie.
Leading up to the event, Shearwater Hotel manager Michael Janusz spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane.
Tommy also chatted to Galway camogie chairperson Brian Griffin
Connacht ran in nine tries, including an Alex Wootton hat-trick, on Saturday (14th January) as they book their place in the knockout stages of the EPCR European Challenge Cup.
John Porch, Finlay Bealham, Cathal Forde, Conor Oliver, Conor Fitzgerald and Kieran Marmion also went over the whitewash in a dominant display.
Galway Bay FM’s Rob Murphy reports
Afterwards, Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend chatted to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
William also spoke to Connacht centre Niall Murray
Scorers for Connacht: Tries – A Wootton (3), J Porch, F Bealham, C Forde, C Oliver, C Fitzgerald, K Marmion; Cons – J Carty 8.
Scorers for Brive: Try – K Fabien.
Connacht: M Hansen; J Porch, B Ralston, C Forde, A Wootton; J Carty, C Reilly; P Dooley, D Heffernan, F Bealham; J Murphy, N Murray; C Prendergast, C Oliver, J Butler.
Replacements: J Duggan for Dooley (52), J Aungier for Bealham (52), T Daly for Forde (58), C Fitzgerald for Porch (58), L Fifita for Murray (58), D Tierney-Martin for Heffernan (62), C Booth for Butler (62), K Marmion for Reilly (66).
Brive: M Biasotto; K Fabien, W Douglas, N Lee, V Tirefort; T Raffy, V Lobzhanidze; H Thompson-Stringer, V Karkadze, T Tuimauga; A Zafra, O Rixen; M Voisin, S Gue, A Papali’i.
Replacements: T Danovaro for Tirefort (21), F Coria Marchetti for Tuimauga (38, HIA), L Carbonneau for Lobzhanidze (46), E Herve for Lee (46), N Fraissenon for Thompson-Stringer (52), J Matalaweru for Papali’i (52), A Tronc for Karkadze (60), N Bedou for Biasotto (60).
Referee: Gianluca Gnecchi (Italy).
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On this week’s show:
We look back at Connacht’s comprehensive win over Brive in the EPCR European Rugby Challenge Cup;
The draw for the quarter-finals of rugby’s Connacht Junior Cup takes place LIVE;
Galway go down to Mayo in football’s FBD League semi-final;
The Tribesmen qualify for the Walsh Cup hurling final after beating Dublin in Parnell Park;
All this and more.
‘The Full-Time Whistle’ with Gerry Murphy broadcasts every Sunday evening from 7pm here on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Gort Biogas Concern Group judicial review fund passes the 80,000 euro mark
Proprietor of a Dunmore hardware store appeals for witnesses after his shop was burgled last week
We hear from a psychotherapist on how to deal with the January mental health struggles on Blue Monday
10am-11am
Irishman on board Nepal plane crash named locally as search resumes for missing passengers
Presentation held over the weekend for Shamtown a theatre show based on the Saw Doctor’s songs
Tusla is currently recruiting foster carers and will hold an online information session on Wednesday
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Galway corner back, Jack Glynn is hoping to pick up where he left off last year.
After a great run in the Electric Ireland Sigerson Cup with UL, he then won a Connacht title and reached an All-Ireland Final with Galway.
His 2023 has started well with a victory against UCC in Cork last week setting up a clash with TU Dublin next Tuesday evening at 7 in UL.
Glynn has been speaking to Oisin Langan about all that and more.
Connacht could qualify for the knockout stages of the EPCR Challenge Cup with a game to spare when they host French side Brive this Saturday (14th January).
Andy Friend’s side were 31-24 winners in France last month, which followed a victory over Newcastle Falcons beforehand. And as they currently sit eight points ahead of seventh-placed Bath in Pool A, any form of win will ensure a top-six slot.
Connacht have made eight changes for the game which can be found HERE.
Leading up to the game, Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
William has also been talking to Connacht winger Byron Ralston.
Kick-off at the Sportsground on Saturday is 5.30pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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On today’s show:
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Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew Smart Villages
Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew Living Bog and Environment
Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew Education
10am-11am
Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew Remote Working and Cyber Security
Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew Business
Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew Community Groups
City Tribune Headlines
11am-12pm
Sports Preview
Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew Sports
Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew People’s Transition Project
Community Matters with Galway Talks Mountbellew Music, Arts and History
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
UPDATE: There are two changes to the Connacht women’s team for tomorrow’s Interprovincial Round 2 clash with Ulster.
Mayo duo Lily Brady and Clara Barrett come into the starting XV, with Ballinasloe’s Emily Gavin, Oughterard’s Karly Tierney and Milltown’s Kayla Waldron added to the bench.
Mairead Coyne; Ava Ryder, Orla Dixon, Shannon Touhey, Clara Barrett; Nicole Fowley, Mary Healy; Grainne O’Loughlin, Lily Brady, Laura Feely; Fiona Scally, Eva McCormack; Lisa-Marie Murphy, Emma Fabby, Grace Browne Moran.
Replacements: Emily Gavin, Niamh O’Grady, Elizabeth McNicholas, Sonia McDermott, Karly Tierney, Olivia Haverty, Eabha NicDhonnacha, Kayla Waldron.
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Connacht aim to bounce back from a disappointing opening round defeat as they travel to play Ulster on Saturday (14th January) in the Women’s Interprovincial series.
The Westerners went down 38-10 to Leinster last Saturday but have a better record with Ulster who they haven’t lost to in their last three meetings.
But despite two Connacht wins beforehand, the most recent was a 12-12 draw in the Sportsground in September 2021.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s William Davies has been chatting to Connacht captain Mary Healy and first round try scorer Orla Dixon.
Afterwards, William also caught up with Connacht Head Coach Lyndon Jones.
Kick-off at the Kingspan Stadium on Saturday is 2.30pm.
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Fundraiser planned for Oughterard teen who suffered a life changing accident 6 months ago
Discontent with bus services across Galway City and County with students in particular suffering the brunt of the problem
Galway-based fashion designer tells us of her rise to success from difficult personal circumstances
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Neighbour of Galway man who died in a kayak accident sets up a fundraiser for his young family
Galway IFA forestry committee member says Irish farmers should be given same incentives as UK investors
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Galway Lions Club Safe Talk Training, on Suicide Prevention takes place next week
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Sound of silence politically on a national and European front in relation to the Gort Biogas facility
Refugee and migrant rights organisation Doras is concerned about the moving of over 80 international protection applicants into tents
Tankers deployed to Moycullen over the past 24 hours to combat flooding following a rainfall warning
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12 beds available in Clifden Hospital while the facility only has four patients
3 Golden Globe awards for The Banshees of Inisherin which was filmed on Inis Mor
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Gort Biogas concern group fundraiser update and look ahead to Masterplan Public Realm Regeneration Scheme meeting
We hear the concerns of the Galway Green Party in relation to the Biogas Plant in Gort
Local environmentalist talks us through her issues with the Biogas development approved for Gort
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Step forward in plans to introduce 30km speed limits in city centre
University of Galway student features in new TG4 series Céim Chun Cinn
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Despite a stirring performance, Naomh Feichin (Clifden) had to give second best to Tyrone’s Stewartstown Harps in the All-Ireland JFC Club Semi-Final played in Hyde Park on Saturday afternoon. In a game that was tight from beginning to end, Clifden led by a single point at Half Time (1-4 to 0-2) but the Tyrone and Ulster Champions came back to force Extra Time and in the end, Gareth Devlin scored the crucial goal that would see them through to the All-Ireland Club Final against Fossa from Kerry.
Here is the match report from Tommy Devane
Scorers for Stewartstown Harps: G Devlin 1-6 (0-4f); G O’Neill, T Rush, D McElhatton, S Talbot, J Park, M Quinn, T Lowe (m), A Coyle (f) 0-1 each.
Scorers for Clifden: G Gibbons 0-9 (0-8f), J O’Brien 1-0.
Stewartstown Harps: G Kelly; J Park, D Devlin, C Quinn; K Robinson, M Rooney, G O’Neill; S Talbot, M Quinn; T Rush, C Devlin, D McElhatton; D Lowe, G Devlin, T Lowe.
Subs: C O’Neill for C Devlin (46), A Coyle for T Lowe (57), J Campbell for McElhatton (60), T Lowe (15th man for ET), D Coyle for O’Neill (80), McElhatton for Robinson (80).
Clifden: I Staunton; G King, J Mannion, N Murray; R King, M O’Toole, S Black; C Joyce, S Sweeney; C Coneys, G Gibbons, H O’Toole; E Conneely, J O’Brien, E Moran.
Subs: D Kennedy for Conneely (h-t), D Joyce for O’Brien (42), C Connolly for G King (47), E Mahon for Moran (57), Conneely for Joyce (66), C O’Donnell for H O’Toole (77), T Madden for Coneys (80).
Referee: J Hayes (Limerick).
Here is another opportunity to hear the commentary of that dramatic Semi-Final as broadcast on galwaybayfm.ie with Tommy Devane and Gerry Gannon.
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Gardaí continue to investigate and renew appeal for witnesses following a fatal road traffic incident that occurred in Oranmore
Ballybane improves as national litter levels fall in 2022
HSE is working to increase the number of hospital contracted private nursing home beds
Woman talks about fundraiser in memory of her niece to raise funds for a paediatric unit in Galway
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Call on the Minister for Health to take the lead in tackling hospital crisis in Galway
Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark project react to funding boost over Christmas
Arts Alive exhibition featuring work of nine artists with intellectual disabilities to open later this month
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We hear the thoughts of the Galway public following the excrement throwing incident in Gort on Wednesday
Department of Education confirms 13,753 Ukrainian pupils currently enrolled in Irish schools
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Maigh Cuilinn make their first appearance in Croke Park in 15 years this Sunday (8th January) when they collide with Derry’s Glen in the AIB All-Ireland senior club football semi-final.
In February 2008, the west Galway club beat Dublin’s Fingal Ravens 2-9 to 1-6 thanks to Conor Bohan goals to win the AIB All-Ireland intermediate title.
After winning just their second county senior title in 2022, this is the first time Don Connellan’s side have competed in the national series at senior level.
And at the AIB media day leading up to Sunday’s double header (Kerry’s Kerins O’Rahillys and Dublin’s Kilmacud Crokes play at 1.30pm, Maigh Cuilinn’s Sean Kelly has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
The champions of Connacht, Leinster, Munster and Ulster will meet in Croke Park this weekend for one of #TheToughest battles of the season – the AIB GAA All-Ireland Football Senior Club Championship semi-finals.
A day of intense action for GAA fans gets underway on Sunday, January 8th from 1.30pm, as Kerry heavyweights, Kerins O’Rahillys make the trip to HQ to meet Dublin and Leinster kingpins, Kilmacud Crokes. Later in the day, Moycullen – impressive in their capture of the Galway and Connacht crowns – will face off against Derry and Ulster champions, Watty Graham’s Glen, with throw-in set for 3.30pm.
Saturday, January 7th will also see the curtain come down on another extraordinary year of action in the AIB Camogie Club Championships, as Brídíní Óga of Antrim take on Wicklow champions, Knockananna, in the All-Ireland Junior A Club Championship Final, with the game fixed for 2pm at Coralstown Kinnegad GAA grounds.
The AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships feature some of #TheToughest players from communities all across Ireland. Now in its 32nd year supporting the GAA Club Championships, AIB is proud to once again celebrate the communities that play such a role in sustaining our national games. From players to coaches, volunteers to referees, to the passionate fans who will fill stadiums across Ireland this weekend, AIB thanks all those whose work often goes unseen.
Looking ahead to this weekend’s matches are Andrew McGowan (Kilmacud Crokes), Tommy Walsh (Kerins O’Rahillys), Sean Kelly (Moycullen), Michael Warnock (Watty Graham’s Glen), Laura Hogan (Knoackananna) and Kirsty Laverty (Brídíní Óga).
Crokes’ defender Andrew McGowan will be hoping to make it two consecutive AIB GAA All-Ireland Football Senior Club Championship Final appearances. Many will fancy the Dublin outfit who have been irresistible in their defence of their Dublin and Leinster titles this year. A seven-point win saw them overcome the challenge of Westmeath side, The Downs, in the Leinster showpiece, building on impressive victories over Naas (Kildare) and Portarlington (Laois).
O’Rahillys, however, will prove stern opposition for the Dublin men and will look to the experience of titan Tommy Walsh to reach their first ever AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championship Final. The Tralee men have had a year to remember. After their county title win, they went on to edge out Éire Óg Ennis (Clare) in the provincial semi-final before claiming their maiden Munster title last month when they got the better of Limerick champions, Newcastle West.
The other semi-final looks set to be an equally engrossing affair, after Watty Graham’s Glen upset the odds to dispose of reigning All-Ireland champions Kilcoo in a rip-roaring Ulster final in December. If the Derry men are to continue their rich vein of form, which has seen them triumph over Cargin (Antrim) as well as Tyrone’s Errigal Ciaran, the leadership of steadfast defender Michael Warnock will prove key.
In their way, however, stands Moycullen – newly crowned champions of Galway and Connacht – who dispatched Westport along with Strokestown of Roscommon en route to their provincial decider. Victory over Tourlestrane (Sligo) followed to secure them a first-ever provincial title. The Men from the West will not be resting on their laurels however, and talisman Sean Kelly will be hoping to build on what has been an astonishing season for both club and county.
Before the football action gets underway, Laura Hogan will be hoping she can help Knockananna to victory in the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Junior Club Championship Final. The three-in-a-row Wicklow champions come into the match in scintillating form against St. Dominics of Roscommon. After clinching the All-Ireland Junior B title last year, they will be hoping to go one better this weekend.
In their way stands Antrim and Ulster champions, Brídíní Óga, led by captain Kirsty Laverty, who will be hoping to contribute plenty of scores from midfield. An impressive Ulster final win over Armagh side Granemore was followed up by a brave one-point victory over Limerick champions Adare in the semi-final, and Laverty and her team will certainly fancy their chances in Saturday’s decider.
In advance of the weekend’s games, AIB Chief Executive, Colin Hunt said: “The semi-final stage of the AIB GAA All-Ireland Football Senior Club Championships always proves to be fascinating, as we see the best clubs each province has to offer. The players involved in this weekend’s matches have represented their communities, clubs and counties with distinction so far, and will now do so on behalf of their provinces. We look forward to this weekend’s contests, and to the passionate support of fans attending from Connacht, Leinster, Munster and Ulster. I also wish the best of luck to both teams competing in Saturday’s AIB Camogie All-Ireland Junior Club Championship Final – it’s been a wonderful year of action in the Camogie Club Championships, and no doubt we will see nothing short of a thrilling finale.”
Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, Larry McCarthy stated: “Following four enthralling AIB GAA Provincial Club Championship campaigns, we are delighted to welcome the four teams competing in this weekend’s semi-finals to Croke Park to kick start another year of Gaelic Games. To emerge from one’s county, let alone one’s province, is an incredibly huge achievement in itself – and those competing on Sunday can be incredibly proud of their feat in reaching the All-Ireland semi-finals as champions of their province. I would like to wish all four the best of luck in their quest to reach the final.”
Uachtarán an Cumann Camógaíochta, Hilda Breslin said: “This Saturday, Brídíní Óga (Antrim) meet Knockananna (Wicklow) as both teams hope to secure the 2022 AIB Camogie All-Ireland Junior title, having overcome two thrilling semi-finals. It will be a fierce battle for both teams. Our clubs are the bedrock of our Association, we are justifiably proud as they take to the biggest stage this weekend. It’s not just a day for the players and management but also for their families, clubs and communities, who have ensured that the passion, skill and enthusiasm for the game was fostered into the excellence we will see on the field. I would like to wish both teams the best of luck and I look forward to joining them in Coralstown Kinnegad GAA this Saturday.”
For exclusive content and behind the scenes action from the AIB Camogie and Club Championships follow @AIB_GAA on Twitter and Instagram, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AIBGAA and www.aib.ie/gaa.
4 January 2023; Sean Kelly of Moycullen, Galway, pictured ahead of the AIB GAA All-Ireland Football Senior Club Championship Semi-Final, which takes place this Sunday, January 8th at Croke Park at 3.30pm. The AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships features some of #TheToughest players from communities all across Ireland. It is these very communities that the players represent that make the AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships unique. Now in its 32nd year supporting the GAA Club Championships, AIB is extremely proud to once again celebrate the communities that play such a role in sustaining our national games. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile
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Gort Biogas Concern Group launch campaign to fund judicial review at public meeting while two TDs have excrement thrown at them
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Gort Biogas Concern Group launch campaign to fund judicial review at public meeting while two TDs have excrement thrown at them
New entitlement to paid sick leave comes into effect, while The National Minimum Wage increases to €11.30 per hour
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Duggan Park Development project meeting to be held in Ballinasloe this weekend
Call for government to press ahead with clampdown on wildlife crimes
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Local councillors pays tribute to young man who died in a farming accident in Gort on Monday
8% rise in Galway City house prices in Q4 of 2022 according to latest Daft report
Advanced Nurse Practitioners Improving Quality of Life for People with an Intellectual Disability
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Galway midwife moving back home to live with parents due to the cost of renting in Dublin
Galway Chamber review the Christmas season and its impact on trade and tourism
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Connacht are back in action next Saturday (7th January) in the BKT United Rugby Championship when they entertain South Africa’s Cell C Sharks.
Ireland trio Bundee Aki, Finlay Bealham and Mack Hansen are in contention to start. Aki set out the defeat to Leinster, while Bealham and Hansen return following illness.
Andy Friend’s team have never beaten the southern franchise having gone down 41-21 to them in Durban last year.
The Sharks are currently in fifth place on 29 points, nine ahead of Connacht who sit in 13th.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s William Davies has been chatting to Connacht centre Tom Farrell.
William also got the thoughts of Head Coach Peter Wilkins.
Kick-off at the Sportsground on Saturday is 5.15pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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After never winning a competitive game outside of Galway, three victories before Christmas secured Dunmore MacHales a Connacht intermediate title and they now prepare for an All-Ireland intermediate semi-final this Saturday (7th January).
Their opponents are Tyrone’s Galbally Pearses (crowned Ulster champions on December 21st), while Gary Delaney’s haven’t played since their 1-16 to 1-13 Connacht Final win over Roscommon’s St. Dominic’s.
The winner will play in Croke Park the following week.
Leading up to the game, Dunmore mentor Denis Fallon has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at St. Loman’s GAA, Mullingar on Saturday is 1.30pm.
At the third time of asking, Clifden were finally crowned Connacht champions in December when they beat Roscommon’s St. Ronan’s and now prepare for a first-ever All-Ireland Junior Club Football semi-final against Tyrone’s Stewartstown Harps on Saturday (7th January).
The Galway champions haven’t conceded a goal in their last three championship outings but face a team who’ve found the net seven times in their most recent four fixtures.
Stewartstown reached the All-Ireland Junior Final in 2005, going down to Kerry’s Finuge.
Leading up to the game, Corofin manager Ray Hogan has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Dr. Hyde Park, Roscommon on Saturday is 1pm.
Three late tries dressed up the final result but Connacht were also playing catch-up on Sunday (1st January) as they went down to Leinster in the BKT United Rugby Championship.
David Hawkshaw and Tom Farrell crossed over for Connacht’s first-half tries leaving them just seven in arrears. But they didn’t score after the break with Jack Carty getting a sin-bin and Jarrad Butler going off injured.
Afterwards, the Murray brothers (Niall and Darragh) spoke to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
William also chatted to Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend.
Connacht host Cell C Sharks in the BKT United Rugby Championship on Saturday (7th January). Kick-off at the Sportsground is 5.15pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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by Cóilín Duffy
Rodrigo Gomez led the game with a 24-point display – including five threes – as University of Galway Maree built upon an impressive second-quarter display to stifle Super League playoff hopefuls Neptune with a 92-69 away victory on Friday evening.
It ensured the Westerners ended 2022 on a winning note, and remain top of the Superleague, as attentions now turn to a Pat Duffy National Cup semi-final against Dublin side Bright St. Vincent’s, also at Neptune Stadium this coming Saturday (January 7th – 5.30pm).
Neptune were without leading scorer Jordan Blount, who had 29 in the previous meeting, but it’s hard to imagine the 25-year-old forward carrying his teammates with much success here.
Barcelona-born power forward Nil Sabata posted 11 points in the first period, as Neptune commentators waxed lyrical about the team’s sharp ball movement and their ability to create open looks for one another.
He only added two more across the three subsequent quarters. That’s because almost as if they heard that praise, Maree cranked up the defensive intensity before half-time.
Haines had 19 and enjoyed a deadly 13-point second quarter, as the visitors absorbed their hosts’ energetic start before responding with staunch defence themselves.
Forcing turnovers and making it harder to circulate possession with any purpose, Charlie Crowley’s side showed active hands and regularly scored down the other end.
Besides Haines’ inspired efforts, there was dependable ball-handling by Eoin Rockall and Stephen Commins an ever-present threat from distance – finishing with 15 points and four triples.
Neptune appeared content to trade baskets during this sequence and had multiple three-point attempts with mixed results before half-time.
28-year-old guard Roy Downey scored two on consecutive possessions to get the crowd excited, but that was an exception to the rule as relying on the long-distance shooting is dangerous at the best of times.
So it proved here. All of Haines’ points came from mid-range: floaters, step-back jump shots, floaters and an and-one play too – all difficult but significantly in the flow of Galway’s attack, well-executed moves.
Rockall and Zach Light’s off-ball defence in particular proved problematic for the hosts, who headed into the break with a four-point deficit. It would soon balloon into double-digits afterwards.
Centre Zvonimir Cutuk had his most productive outing since mid-November in the scoring department, posting 18 points in 30 minutes – spreading those contributions across an evening where Neptune couldn’t contend against multiple attacking options.
After being a little unfortunate to foul Sabata in the act of shooting as he contested a layup, Nil missed what would’ve been a three-point play.
Gomez and Cian Heaphy traded corner threes before Cutuk showed timely anticipation to box out and rebound Gomez’s missed layup, converting second-chance points of his own.
The Croatian’s six third-quarter points were in the paint, as Neptune lamented their inability to match Maree with length and defensive intensity inside the key without fouling.
By this stage, they were down 11 and scoring became increasingly infrequent from their perspective. Light made a big block at one end before Rockall charged into the paint before deftly assisting Commins in space at the other.
The week before Christmas, Galway made Flexachem KCYMS record a lowly 13-point quarter en route to a landslide victory.
In their final appearance of the year, Maree forced Neptune into two quarters where they only managed 25 points combined.
With the result beyond doubt and the lead as high as 26, there were fourth-quarter minutes afforded to Malik Thiam and John Burke among others.
Afterwards, University of Galway Maree co-captain Stephen Commins spoke to Cóilín Duffy for Galway Bay FM.
University of Galway Maree make the familiar trip to Cork’s Neptune Stadium yet again next weekend as a big InsureMyHouse.ie Pat Duffy National Cup semi-final against Bright St. Vincent’s awaits on Saturday (5.30pm).
That session includes the other semi-final between DBS Éanna and Emporium Cork Basketball (Ballincollig) at 8pm.
It’s a massive weekend for Maree, with their Under 20’s also in National Cup semi-final action. They face Tolka Rovers on Sunday at 1pm in the Parochial Hall, Cork.
Ben Burke and Comhghall McCormack are part of both squads.
Tickets are available for the games on https://ireland.basketball/tickets
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Scorers for Energywise Neptune: Nil Sabata 13, Xavier Arriaga 12, Kelvin O’Donoghue 11, Cian Heaphy 10, Roy Downey 9, Gary Walsh 8, Daniel O’Sullivan 3, Caleb Leahy 3.
Scorers for University of Galway Maree: Rodrigo Gomez 24, Jarett Haines 19, Zvonimir Cutuk 18, Stephen Commins 15, Eoin Rockall 5, Paul Freeman 3, Zach Light 3, Matthew Sweeney 2, Cathal Finn 2, Malik Thiam 1.
Energywise Neptune:
Starting line-up: Gary Walsh, Cian Heaphy, Kelvin O’Donoghue, Xavier Arriaga, Nil Sabata.
Bench: Jordan Evans, Caleb Leahy, Roy Downey, Daniel O’Sullivan, Jordan Blount, Adam Heaphy.
University of Galway Maree:
Starting line-up: Stephen Commins, Eoin Rockall, Rodrigo Gomez, Jarett Haines, Zvonmir Cutuk.
Bench: Cathal Finn, Ben Burke, Zach Light, Matthew Sweeney, John Burke, Malik Thiam, Paul Freeman
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Leading priests who disagreed with Pope Benedict admit it will be ‘very hard to mourn’ his death
We hear from a Galway Deputy as funding is to be provided for extra security measures for TDs
Galway pharmacists offers update as penicillin-based antibiotic shortage grips the nation
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Public meeting to be held tomorrow on decision to grant planning permission for a biogas plant in Gort
Irish Kidney Association welcome organ donation and transplantation figures for 2022
Gluas VLR for Galway welcomes the Review of Galway Transport study
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On Friday (30th December), the Galway Bay FM Sports Team got together for a special New Years episode of ‘Over The Line’ LIVE! from the Porterhouse, Oranmore.
The crew looked back on 2022 giving their own personal highlights in the first how. Then they locked horns in three teams, with quizmaster Ollie Turner, to see which would come out triumphant on their knowledge of 2022.
Relive the full show below from a night of good craic, entertainment and New Year’s celebrations.
‘Over The Line’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, returns to Galway Bay FM from 8pm on Monday, 9th January.
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Appeal for relatives to come forward after West of Ireland man dies in UK
Young West of Ireland musician gives exclusive look at his debut album releasing next year
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Oughterard RFC host their annual charity match on Saturday (New Year’s Eve) when the club’s veterans take on the current senior first XV.
The traditional year-ender also includes optional fancy dress and all proceeds raised go to the Galway Hospice Foundation.
One of the chief organisers is club veteran and former Ireland international Jack Clarke. He was part of the 1991 Rugby World Cup squad and set up Gordon Hamilton’s famous try in the quarter-final against Australia.
Jack has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Kick-off at Oughterard RFC on New Year’s Eve is 1.30pm with all money raised going to the Galway Hospice Foundation.
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Connacht Tribune Headlines with Dave O’Connell
A number of patients at Galway hospitals fit for discharge cannot leave due to shortage of home help
Fundraiser for motorcycle crash victim Thomas Saldi of the Mona Lisa Cafe has raised over 20,000 euro so far
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The InsureMyVan.ie Men’s Super League continues this Friday (30th December) with table toppers University of Galway Maree away to Energywise Ireland Neptune.
It’s the first of two trips to Cork with Bright St. Vincent’s awaiting in the Cup the following week.
Leading up to the game, University of Galway Maree head coach Charlie Crowley has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Tip-off at Neptune Stadium on Friday is 6.30pm.
Meanwhile, tickets are available from Ireland.basketball/tickets for University of Galway Maree’s National Cup semi-final on Saturday week against Bright St. Vincent’s.
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Also this Friday, Moycullen host UCD Marian at the Kingfisher from 7pm.
And at the same venue in the MissQuote.ie Women’s Super League, University of Galway Mystics host Trinity Meteors from 3.30pm.
Adam Byrne is a doubt for Sunday’s (New Year’s Day) BKT United Rugby Championship trip to Leinster as he’s having a foot injury assessed.
Gavin Thornbury will miss the rest of the season after knee surgery, while Connacht hope to have Paul Boyle back in February.
Andy Friend’s men have lost six times to Leinster since their famous 35-24 win in Dublin two years ago.
Leading up to the games, Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
William also spoke to Connacht winger John Porch.
Kick-off at the RDS on New Year’s Day is 7.35pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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“Renmore’s Finest-the Journey to Jadotville,” is a two part documentary series which tells the story of some of the soldiers from Renmore Barracks who found themselves embroiled in the Siege of Jadotville in September 1961.
Galway contributed a number of soldiers to the Irish Army’s 35th Battalion, designated “A” Company, who while serving as part of the United Nations Operation in the Congo were besieged in the mining town of Jadotville by Katangese forces loyal to the secessionist State of Katanga.
The documentary series features the stories of a number of veterans including Galway city residents Charlie Cooley and Sean Flynn as well as Kilconly native Billy Keane, Mullingar’s Tom Gunn and John Gorman who led the campaign for recognition of the soldiers bravery.
Also featured is Galway resident Leo Quinlan, son of Commandant Pat Quinlan who famously led A Company during the 5 day siege.
The programme features interviews with a number of veterans who have never before told their stories. Also in a broadcasting first, listeners will be able to hear some of the taped messages which were recorded by the soldiers while they were being held as prisoners in the Congo. and sent home to their families in Galway.
“Renmore’s Finest-the Journey to Jadotville,” produced, presented and edited by Sally-Ann Barrett.
The Galway Bay fm Christmas Messages Programme, which features Galway’s civic and religious leaders, has been running continuously for the last thirty four Christmasses, and is an intrinsic part of Galway’s festive season.
Presented by Head of News Bernadette Prendergast, it is a chance to reflect on the year gone by and to hear, in a different way, from the people who represent so many of you across the city and county.
There are also a few breaks for music with the Desert Island ‘Christmas’ Discs as selected by our guests – Mayor of Galway Clodagh Higgins, Cathaoirleach of Galway county council Moegie Maher, Bishop of Galway Michael Duignan, Rector of Galway and Provost of Tuam Very Reverend Lynda Peilow and representing the Presbyterian and Methodist Community in Galway Reverend Helen Freeburn.
Throw another log on the fire, step back from the cooker if you can, and sit back and enjoy some chat.
Cad a Déarfá le Gaillimh ag am Nollaig
Éist le glórtha daoine ‘Ar an tSráid’ a chur Conor Ó Domhnaill in aithne dúinn. Aoi mór spóirt Joe Connolly, craoltóir agus aoi mór ceol Máirín Fahy agus John Nee s’againne i measc na daoine a rinne cur síos ar “Nollaig i mo Theachsa” don eagrán speisialta seo.
Bhí ceol den scoth sa stiúideó againn á mbuíochas le Niall Teague agus Pádraic Joyce.
Niall Teague & Padraic Joyce Music sa stiúideó le Barbara Nic Dhonnacha Mí na Nollag 2022Ceol sa chlár:
The Saw Doctors – Going Home (This Christmas)
Niall Teague agus Padraic Joyce (‘s cairde) sa stiúideo Galway Bay FM linn – Chuile Dhuine lena Scéal Féin
Niall Teague agus Padraic Joyce – An Nollaig Thiar
Ger Fahy agus na páistí ó Scoil Náisiúnta Baile na Cille – Sing with the Angels (Máirtín Ó Fathaigh ag an tús agus Ger ar na píobaí uileann)
Róisín Elsafty & Ronan Browne – An Chéad Noel
Róisín Elsafty & Ronan Browne – Oíche Chiúin
ón dlúthdhiosca Amhráin na Nollag / Favourite Christmas Songs in Irish
albam atá curtha le chéile ag an sárcheoltóir Ronan Browne agus an t-amhránaí Róisín Elsafty, tá Oíche Chiúin, An Chéad Noel, Litir chuig Santaí, An Drumadóirín agus togha agus rogha d’amhráin Nollag eile.
(A sleigh-ful of favourite Christmas songs sung in Irish by Róisín Elsafty and played on pipes, flutes & whistles by Ronan Browne, with keyboard accompaniment by Tony Maher.)
Galway Bay FM’s Ralph O’Gorman takes us back through the memories and events that made up the Galway sporting year of 2022.
Jack Carty missed an injury-time conversion to snatch an unlikely draw for Connacht in the BKT United Rugby Championship on Friday (23rd December).
Trailing by 22-8 with three minutes remaining, tries for Jarrad Butler and Adam Byrne nearly rescued a result on a disappointing outing for the hosts.
Caolin Blade got Connacht’s first try on the hour but they left themselves with a mountain to climb. And despite the losing bonus point, they remain in 11th place with four wins from 10 matches, and four points behind a top-8 spot.
Galway Bay FM’s match commentary team was Rob Murphy and Joe Healy.
Afterwards, Rob got the thoughts of Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend.
Connacht flanker Conor Oliver also spoke to Rob.
Connacht’s next game in the BKT United Rugby Championship is away to Leinster on Sunday, 1st January. Kick-off at the RDS Arena is 7.35pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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This week, Keith Fahy spoke to:
- Gerard Coyne from the Connemara Bee Keepers Society
- Kevin Greaney, Grassland Teagasc Student of the year
- Serena Gobbons Education Officer.
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Connacht host Ulster this evening (Friday, 23rd December) in their final BKT United Rugby Championship game of 2022.
The Westerners are currently 11th in the table but a victory over their interprovincial rivals could propel them into the top eight.
Connacht began this season with a disappointing 36-10 defeat at the Kingspan Stadium. But the last time the teams played in Galway, the hosts ran in five tries through Niall Murray, Mack Hansen (2), John Porch and Diarmuid Kilgallen in a 36-11 victory.
Shane Delahunt, Oisin Dowling and Bundee Aki are the three survivors of 12 changes made since last week’s EPCR Challenge Cup win over Brive.
Among those returning are Mack Hansen, Jack Carty and Finlay Bealham.
In association with Craggy Rugby, Galway Bay FM’s William Davies previews the game with Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend, and Ulster back row Nick Timoney.
Earlier in the week, William also caught up with Connacht Head Coach Pete Wilkins.
And William also chatted to Connacht captain Jack Carty.
Kick-off at the Sportsground is 7.35pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Gardaí advise Construction Industry to Secure It, Keep It over Christmas with over €6m in tools stolen from sites in one calendar year
Plenty of Christmas cheer on the penultimate day of the markets yesterday and our producer John Morley asked people their plans for the festive season
Government-backed programme aimed at returned emigrants and those returning to Ireland in the near future open for applicants
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
MEABH CONAGHAN (Regional Director – Enterprise Ireland)
Enterprise Ireland Regional Director Meabh Conaghan joined Keith Finnegan to discuss the new report by KPMG Ireland on behalf of Galway City Innovation District which details PorterShed’s significant impact on the local, regional and national economy in the last 5 years, PorterShed, which is supported by Enterprise Ireland through the Regional Enterprise Development Fund (REDF), has supported the creation of 835 high-value sustainable jobs and contributed €3.86m to the national economic output, as well as inward investment of €35m to the region.
Meabh also discussed a number of other facilities, accelerator programmes and other projects and supports available in the West for entrepreneurs and future business leaders.
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Hildegarde Naughton gets the health portfolio while Anne Rabbitte’s portfolio switches department
Emma Ward a Galway Traveller with a disability talks about her life experience and journalistic ambitions
The Peter McVerry Trust will open their new Western Regional Office in Tuam this afternoon
10am-11am
Drinkaware issue advice on how to drink safely over the festive season
Connacht Tribune Headlines with Dave O’Connell
See Her Elected enjoys great success in 2022 supporting hundreds of women in rural Ireland to become county councillors
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
On today’s show:
9am-10am
We look at the Junior Ministerial reshuffle as all Galway eyes turn towards Anne Rabbitte
Society of Saint Vincent De Paul concerned by lack of long term vision in Energy Poverty Action Plan
Galway-based woman releases her first book of poetry to great acclaim
10am-11am
Local public health region issues advice amid increase in infections this season
Martin McDonagh’s Hangmen comes to the Blackbox Theatre in April
Local Green Senator discusses ESRI report on Government tax proposals
Job Spot with Patricia Hynes
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Water outages in Gort look set to continue as an ad-hoc demonstration is to take place later today
We hear from a Galway businesswoman following a seminar on four day working week with Brian O’Driscoll
The Galway Tenors play Knocknacarra Church with a live orchestra tomorrow night
New cancer care facility for Galway to be included in the HSE Capital Plan for 2023
We go through some of the greatest Christmas TV adeverts of all time with an advertising expert
Garda Slot with Garda Kevin Farrelly
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Connacht made it two wins from two on Friday (16th December) with a bonus point win in France.
David Hawkshaw, Tom Daly, Diarmuid Kilgallen and Shane Delahunt got the tries to give Connacht nine points from two games, and be placed well inside the ‘top six’ qualifying positions in Pool A.
Galway Bay FM’s William Davies reports
Afterwards, William spoke to Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend.
William also got the thoughts of Connacht try scorer David Hawkshaw
Connacht are home to Ulster this Friday (23rd December) in the BKT United Rugby Championship. Kick-off at the Sportsground is 7.35pm.
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St. Thomas’ hopes of a third AIB All-Ireland Senior Hurling Final appearance didn’t materialise on Sunday (18th December 2022) as they went down by four points to Antrim’s Dunloy in Croke Park.
Keelan Molloy’s goal was decisive for the Ulster champions while St. Thomas were also undone by 15 wides.
Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan reports.
Afterwards, Niall spoke to St. Thomas’ manager Kenneth Burke.
After Galway Bay FM’s LIVE match commentary, Sean Walsh and Cyril Farrell looked back on the game.
Scorers for Dunloy: Conal Cunning 0-7 (0-3f, 0-1 65), Keelan Molloy 1-2, Nigel Elliott 0-2, Anton McGrath 0-1, Seann Elliott 0-1, Eamon Smyth 0-1.
Scorers for St Thomas’: Conor Cooney 0-6 (0-4f), Damien McGlynn 0-2, Mark Caulfield 0-2, Oisin Flannery 0-1, Evan Duggan 0-1, Eanna Burke 0-1
Dunloy: Ryan Elliott; Phelim Duffin, Ryan McGarry, Oran Quinn; Eamon Smyth, Kevin Molloy, Aaron Crawford; Eoin McFerran, Conor Kinsella; Nigel Elliott, Keelan Molloy, Ronan Molloy; Decky Smith, Conal Cunning, Seann Elliott.
Subs: Anton McGrath for Smith 29, Paul Shiels for Crawford 33, Nicky McKeague for Nigel Elliott 58, Gabriel McTaggart for Ronan Molloy 62.
St Thomas’: Gerald Kelly; Fintan Burke, Cian Mahony, John Headd; Evan Duggan, David Burke, Cathal Burke; Bernard Burke, Conor Cooney; Mark Caulfield, Oisin Flannery, Damien McGlynn; Victor Manso, Brendan Farrell, Eanna Burke.
Subs: Conor Headd for Farrell h/t, Shane Cooney for Manso 42, Darragh Burke for Caulfield 52,
Referee: John Keenan (Wicklow).
Salthill/Knocknacarra were crowned currentaccount.ie All-Ireland Junior Ladies Football champions on Saturday (18th December 2022).
Alyssa Manley’s goal on 60 minutes settled the contest but Donal O’Connell’s team led from the second minute when Kate Thompson opening the scoring.
They became the first Galway club since Caltra Cuans in 2010 to win this competition, and just the second overall.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports.
Afterwards, Darren Kelly caught up with the winning team starting with captain Ailbhe Finnerty.
Darren then chatted with player of the match Siobhán Divilly.
The All-Ireland winning goalscorer was Alyssa Manley and she has an interesting journey that led her to this position. She also spoke to Darren.
Finally, Darren got the thoughts of Salthill/Knocknacarra manager Donal O’Connell.
Scorers – Salthill-Knocknacarra: A Manley 1-0, K Thompson 0-3 (1f), L Kelly 0-3 (1f), L O’Donnell 0-1.
Scorers – Naomh Abán: G Murphy 0-2 (1f), E Murphy 0-1, L McDonagh 0-1.
Salthill-Knocknacarra: L Carroll; A Mullen, E Madden, O De Bairead; S Donnellan, Z Rather, R Reddington; S Divilly, A Finnerty; L Kelly, L O’Donnell, K Thompson; D O’Connell, A Manley, A Nash.
Subs: D Brennan for Reddington (58), A Kelly for Divilly (60), M Mulligan for Madden (60).
Naomh Abán: L Hughes; U Twohig, M Dineen, A Creedon; E Kelly, R Corkery, ME Kelleher; A McDonagh, G Lucey; A Hoare, E Murphy, C Phelan; G Murphy, L McDonagh, A Maher.
Subs: J Kelly for Maher (35), C Murphy for Phelan (50).
Referee: S Mulvihill (Kerry).
Salthill-Knocknacarra captain Ailbhe Finnerty lifts the cup after the 2022 currentaccount.ie LGFA All-Ireland Junior Club Football Championship Final match between Naomh Abán of Cork and Salthill-Knocknacarra of Galway at Fethard Town Park in Fethard, Tipperary. Photo by Ben McShane/Sportsfile
On today’s show:
9am-10am
New Chief Whip – What is involved?
Local MEP welcomes EIB support for Galway Harbour
HIQA’s review of international guidelines to treat long COVID finds personalised and holistic approaches are recommended
Cabinet Reshuffle
10am-11am
No Water – Gort
Letter re Private Sean Rooney
No Grease Lightning! Calling on the people of Galway to start with a commitment this Christmas and Think Before You Pour to protect the environment
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy presents the sports round-up looking back at the weekend’s action.
On this week’s show:
St. Thomas beaten in AIB All-Ireland Senior Hurling semi-final
Sarsfields are AIB All-Ireland Senior Camogie Champions
Salthill/Knocknacarra are currentaccount.ie All-Ireland Junior Ladies Football Champions
Argentina win the World Cup on penalties
All this and more
‘The Full-Time Whistle’ with Gerry Murphy broadcasts every Sunday evening from 7pm on Galway Bay FM.
This week on the Over The Line GAA Extra Podcast, Ollie and Sean are joined by Hurling Committee Chairman Claude Geogheon to talk about Galway’s omission from the Leinster Minor Hurling Championship in 2023, while Cyril Farrell looks ahead to Sunday’s All Ireland Semi Final between St Thomas and Dunloy.
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Update on Lebanon Situation
Water issues in Knocknacarra
Reaction to Yesterday’s Traffic
Pharmacist appeals to the incoming Taoiseach to urgently introduce new prescription powers to help overburdened GPs
Galway business people were among the big winners of the Prestige awards earlier this year they discuss the current economic climate
10am-11am
Will Hildegarde Naughton retain her Super Junior Ministerial position in the Cabinet reshuffle?
Breaking News about Galway Cancer Care Unit
City Tribune Headlines
Tractor run and craft fair in Turloughmore on Sunday
11am-12pm
Samaritans urge Galway businesses to light up green on the 21st to support their Christmas appeal
Sports Preview with John Mulligan
Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy
We look back at another busy calendar year at the Galway Races and look ahead to 2023
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
On Wednesday (14th December), last year’s runners-up University of Galway were drawn in Group A for the 2023 Fitzgibbon Cup hurling campaign.
The Tribesmen were paired with MTU Cork and SETU Waterford, with the top two advancing to the quarter-finals.
After the draw, University of Galway manager Jeff Lynskey reflected on the draw with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
ATU Galway were drawn in Group D with University of Limerick and TUS Midwest.
The opening games take place on Wednesday, January 18th, with the finals scheduled for Waterford in mid-February.
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University of Galway footballers will begin the defence of their Sigerson Cup campaign against Maynooth University on Tuesday, 10th January.
They were paired together in Wednesday’s draw. The University of Galway squad includes Galway captain Sean Kelly, his brothers Paul and Eoghan, Matthew Tierney and Cathal Sweeney.
ATU Galway were pitted against TU Dublin the following day; while Rob Finnerty’s DCU will take on MTU Cork.
To see the full Electric Ireland GAA Higher Education Draw, click HERE.
14 December 2022; In attendance are, from left, Sean McCloskey of SETU Waterford, Matthew Tierney of University of Galway, Kieran Dwyer of Maynooth University and David O’Hanlon of DCU at the draw for the Electric Ireland GAA Higher Education Championships at Croke Park in Dublin. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
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St. Thomas will attempt to reach a third AIB All-Ireland Senior Hurling Final this Sunday (18th December) when they go up against Antrim’s Dunloy at the penultimate hurdle.
The five-in-a-row Galway champions lost at this stage last January against Kilkenny’s Ballyhale Shamrocks but will be fancied to maintain their unbeaten run against northern opposition.
That being said, they needed a replay to over Loughgiel Shamrocks on their way to All-Ireland glory in 2013; while the Kilchreest/Peterswell/Castledaly outfit had only one point to spare over Cushendall four seasons ago.
Leading up to the game, St. Thomas manager Kenneth Burke has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Niall Canavan.
And at the AIB Media Day, St. Thomas full-back Fintan Burke gave his thoughts to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Croke Park on Sunday is 1.30pm. And we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Sarsfields’ senior camogie team attempt to emulate their hurlers in winning back-to-back AIB All-Ireland senior titles this Saturday (17th December) when they go up against Antrim’s Loughgiel Shamrocks.
The daughters of the hurling teams of 1993 and 1994 were in this position just 12 months ago before falling to Oulart The Ballagh in the 2020 decider in Nowlan Park.
However, the New Inn/Bullaun/Woodlawn outfit gained revenge the following March beating the Wexford side 3-12 to 4-5 in Croke Park. And now they stand just 60 minutes away from winning two Bill & Agnes Carroll Cups in a single calendar year.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly has been chatting to Sarsfields captain Niamh McGrath.
The Sarsfields manager is Michael McGrath and he spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane during the week.
Throw-in at Croke Park on Saturday is 6.30pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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Loughgiel Shamrocks (Antrim) v Sarsfields (Galway), 6.30pm, Croke Park. Referee: Liz Dempsey (Kilkenny)
Sarsfields are in their sixth final in seven seasons and aiming to increase their conversion rate to 50 per cent by going back-to-back for the first time. The East Galway outfit secured their second AIB Camogie All-Ireland Club senior title last March, when they gained revenge on Oulart-The Ballagh, who had dethroned them in the previous season’s decider, played just three months earlier.
They are a team of many talents and while All-Star Orlaith McGrath is a considerable loss having suffered another cruciate knee ligament injury in the summer, they can still call on a catalogue of top-tier operators whose gear bags rattle, not just with All-Ireland club medals, but with senior inter-county ones too.
McGrath’s sisters Siobhán, Clodagh and inspirational skipper Niamh, Maria Cooney, Tara Kenny, Sarah Spellman and Laura Ward are pivotal figures. Siobhán’s goal from a 46th minute penalty gave them the breathing space they needed to overcome St Vincent’s of Dublin in the semi-final last Saturday. They had begun in lightning fashion, moving five points clear early on and then stretched that to six but the concession of a goal left them leading by just the minimum at the interval.
They were four ahead after Siobhán followed her penalty with a point from free as she brought her tally to 1-7 and they needed every one of those with just one between them at the death.
Michael ‘Hopper’ McGrath’s crew had earlier been pushed all the way by Oranmore/Maree as they bagged a fourth county title on the spin, needing goals from Shannon Corcoran and Clara Donohoe to emerge victorious.
Loughgiel have had to be patient over the years, dealing with a series of heartbreaks along the way but an apparently bottomless reservoir of resilience sees them preparing for their first ever All-Ireland senior final and attempting to become the second Antrim team to go all the way. The Saffron powerhouses – their nine-point defeat of Ballycastle was their seventh consecutive county championship success – had suffered as Derry giants Slaughtneil registered three All-Irelands on the trot and six Ulsters in succession, the provincial titles all garnered at the Shamrocks’ expense.
Loughgiel had shown more than enough to suggest that they weren’t far off however, and this year, they finally claimed the coveted scalp of their Oak Leaf rivals to claim a seventh Ulster title but their first since 2015, with five points in hand at the final whistle thanks to goals from Antrim stars Róisín McCormick and Caitrin Dobbin.
Part of Slaughtneil’s legacy is cementing a belief, inside and outside of Ulster, that the northern contingent are genuine contenders for the Bill & Agnes Carroll Cup. Loughgiel proved their mettle by accounting for the Robert Emmets and then following up against Tipperary’s Drom & Inch last weekend, when Dobbin and McCormick were once again among the goals, along with Annie Lynn.
They carry a very clear attacking threat that Sarsfields will be conscious of and are also sound defensively, while Amy Boyle and Lucia McNaughton form an excellent midfield.
It all adds up to a mouth-watering battle.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Irish soldier serving with the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebannon has been killed
Down woman appeals for assistance in tracing missing cousin Darryl Wade who may be in the Galway area
RHS Homecare staff in Galway Mayo and Roscommon have yet to receive Covid bonuses
Galway Deputy welcomes new planning legislation as positive development for future decisions in the city
10am-11am
Brand new report highlights the success of the Portershed initiative in Galway
Connacht Tribune Headlines with Dave O’Connell
Irish medical device firm Ceroflo awarded €3.6m with consortium to develop revolutionary stroke treatment
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Connacht face Brive in the European Challenge Cup on Friday evening at the Stade Amédée Domenech (Kick Off – 8pm – Live on Galway Bay FM).
For Connacht, it is a chance to go two from two in the competition compared to their opponents who were beaten 41-0 by Cardiff in their opening game.
For one Brive player, it is an excellent opportunity to face his former team mates.
Sammy Arnold played with Connacht from 2020 to 2022 making 38 appearances and could possibly be lining out against them on Friday Night.
Sammy spoke to William Davies on Wednesday.
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Ollie Horgan is the new assistant manager at Galway United.
The news was made official a short time ago that the recently departed Finn Harps manager will join up with the Tribesmen in 2023.
And his first competitive outing will be away to his old club on Friday, 17th February when John Caulfield’s side travel to Ballybofey to face Finn Harps.
Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins spoke to Darren Kelly on FYI Galway.
Press Release:
Galway United are delighted to announce that Ollie Horgan has taken up the position of assistant manager for the men’s senior team ahead of the 2023 season.
Galway-born Horgan is one of the longest-serving League Of Ireland managers in recent history after his tenure with Finn Harps, which spanned almost a decade. He earned promotion with Finn Harps to the Premier Division on two occasions, and in his first season, he brought them to their first FAI Cup Semi-Final in 14 years.
Horgan now moves back to his hometown, as he now fills the position of Assistant Manager to Manager John Caulfield and spoke to our media team earlier today about getting the position:
“I’m looking forward to the challenge, we all know how difficult and demanding the league is, but I’m looking forward to getting started.”
Horgan, a cult hero in the League Of Ireland, brings a wealth of experience to the backroom team and understands what it takes to get teams promoted, doing it twice with Finn Harps, and spending six of his nine years at the helm in the Premier Division against the odds.
Our new assistant puts work rate and ethics at the forefront and will come up against his former club Finn Harps on the opening night of the 2023 First Division season.
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On this episode, Keith talks with:
– Neven Maguire on how to cook your Christmas Turkey/hams etc
– Darragh McCullough from Ear to the Ground discussing the upcoming show and his own farm
– Liam Rabbitte from Turloughmore Hurling on their upcoming tractor run
– Tommy the Vet to discuss animal health
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Galway Bay FM’s Barbara Nic Dhonnacha with … Éabha Leech
This is the third episode of Barbara’s podcast and she is joined by Galway Bay FM’s Éabha Leech who works reception part-time, Éabha has engineered the desk for outside broadcasts and features on air Monday’s on Ronan Lardner’s show The Live Wire in the afternoon speaking about films and tv shows.
When Éabha isn’t working in Galway Bay FM she is a student in University of Galway and speaks with Barbara about college, film, music, her family and of course we get a little insight into her work here with the radio station.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
We hear from the Corandulla man whose flock of birds were stolen last week
Galway vintners chair says hundreds of rural pubs are facing closure sue to exclusion from the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme
IFA call on Minister to ensure all Acres applicants are included in the scheme for 2023
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Presentation College Athenry successfully retained their Connacht PPS Senior A Camogie title on Tuesday (13th December) following a 3-10 to 1-8 victory over St. Brigid’s Loughrea at the Connacht GAA Air Dome in Bekan.
First half goals from Siobhán Carr and Vivian Blaine gave the All-Ireland champions a 3-3 to 0-5 interval lead.
They maintained that margin after the break even though Alannah Kenny did strike for a St. Brigid’s goal.
Abbeyknockmoy’s Grace Murphy collected the trophy afterwards as captain and Presentation Athenry will continue onto the All-Ireland series in the New Year.
On their way home, winning manager Eoin O’Sullivan stopped for a chat with Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Presentation College Athenry Senior A Camogie Team. Photo (c) Galway Camogie Facebook
It’s a massive weekend for Galway clubs with two lining out in Croke Park in the AIB All-Ireland Championships.
On Saturday (17th December), Sarsfields aim for back-to-back titles when they face Antrim’s Loughgiel Shamrocks in the AIB All-Ireland senior club camogie final.
The New Inn/Bullaun/Woodlawn outfit overcame Dublin’s St. Vincent’s 1-11 to 1-10 in last week’s semi-final.
Sarsfields captain Niamh McGrath has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Throw-in at Croke Park on Saturday is 6.30pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Then on Sunday (18th December), it’s the turn of St. Thomas’ as they attempt to reach a first AIB All-Ireland senior club hurling final in nearly four years.
The recently crowned five-in-a-row Galway champions take on Antrim’s Dunloy in the semi-final seeking a third win over Ulster opposition in a decade.
St. Thomas’ full back Fintan Burke also spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
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Throw-in at Croke Park on Sunday is 1.30pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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Six of #TheToughest camogie teams from across Ireland will battle it out for AIB Camogie All-Ireland Club Championship honours this weekend, with the Senior, Intermediate and Junior B titles all set to be decided across Saturday and Sunday, December 17th and 18th.
Getting the action underway on Saturday, December 17th, is a double header at Croke Park with both the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Senior and Intermediate Club Championship finals taking place. The AIB Camogie All-Ireland Senior Club Championship final will see reigning All-Ireland champions, Sarsfields (Galway) go head-to-head with first-time finalists, Loughgiel Shamrocks of Antrim at 6.30pm. The Intermediate decider will take place beforehand, with James Stephens (Kilkenny) facing off with Clonduff (Down) at 4.15pm. The action resumes on Sunday with the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Junior B Club Championship trophy up for grabs as Lacken (Cavan) square off with Delvin (Westmeath) at Donaghmore Ashbourne GAA at 2pm.
Meanwhile, last weekend’s postponed AIB Camogie All-Ireland Junior Club Championship semi-final between Adare (Limerick) and Brídíní Óga (Antrim) will now take place this Sunday, December 18th at Abbotstown, Dublin at 1pm.
There’s also a big day of action in store in Croke Park on Sunday, December 18th, as the AIB GAA All-Ireland Hurling Senior Club Championships come to the business end of the season, with two big semi-final showdowns in store. Dunloy of Antrim will take on five in-a-row Galway champions, St. Thomas’ at 1.30pm in the opening game, while reigning AIB GAA All-Ireland Hurling Senior Club champions, Ballygunner (Waterford) will need no introduction when they play last year’s finalists, Kilkenny’s Ballyhale Shamrocks later in the day at 3.30pm.
The AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships features some of #TheToughest players from communities all across Ireland. It is these very communities that the players represent that make the AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships unique. Now in its 32nd year supporting the Club Championships, AIB is extremely proud to once again celebrate the communities that play such a role in sustaining our national games. From players to coaches, volunteers to referees, to the passionate fans who will fill stadiums across Ireland this weekend, AIB thanks all those whose work often goes unseen.
Looking ahead to this weekend’s games were Niamh McGrath (Sarsfields), Lucia McNaughton (Loughgiel Shamrocks), Emma Gaffney (James Stephens) and Fionnuala Carr (Clonduff), alongside Shane O’Sullivan (Ballygunner), Joey Holden (Ballyhale Shamrocks), Paul Shiels (Dunloy GAC) and Fintan Burke (St. Thomas’).
The AIB Camogie All-Ireland Senior Club Championship final is set to be a thriller under lights at Croke Park on Saturday evening, as reigning All-Ireland champions, Sarsfields of Galway, aim to defend their crown. Sarsfields were brought to the wire by St Vincent’s of Dublin in their semi-final clash last Saturday evening, getting over the line with just one point to spare thanks to a superb display from Siobhan McGrath – to include a vital 46th-minute penalty to bring her tally to 1-7 for the day. Loughgiel Shamrocks meanwhile come into the game off the back of Ulster final glory over long-time rivals, Slaughtneil, and they followed this up with a goal spree against Tipperary’s Drom and Inch in their semi-final bout last Saturday afternoon, winning out 3-6 to 2-6 in a tough battle.
In the Intermediate final, another big game is in store as James Stephens of Kilkenny will go head-to-head with Clonduff of Down in what is set to be a fascinating tie. James Stephens come into the clash following an impressive 1-10 to 0-8 win over Castlegar (Galway) in the semi-final and will be hoping to carry that performance through to this weekend’s game. It took two rounds of extra time meanwhile for Clonduff to get past Clanmaurice of Kerry in their All-Ireland semi-final last weekend, eventually running out 1-16 to 1-11 winners. They will hope that that tough test will give them a good base to build from for this weekend.
Delvin of Westmeath meanwhile will be hoping they can do enough to scoop the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Junior B Club Championship crown this weekend when they come head-to-head with Lacken of Cavan in the decider on Sunday, December 18th at Donaghmore Ashbourne GAA at 2pm. Meanwhile, last weekend’s postponed AIB Camogie All-Ireland Junior Club Championship semi-final between Adare (Limerick) and Brídíní Óga (Antrim) will now take place this Sunday, December 18th at Abbotstown, Dublin at 1pm.
The AIB GAA All-Ireland Hurling Senior Club Championship semi-finals have plenty to offer meanwhile as heavyweights Ballygunner and Ballyhale Shamrocks lock horns in what is a repeat of last year’s All-Ireland Final. Ballyhale, who recently claimed their fourth consecutive provincial title, will be looking to get one back against the Waterford outfit following their last-minute heroics in the 2021/22 showpiece that saw them pipped to the post by Ballygunner in a nail-biter.
In the other semi-final meanwhile, Dunloy will take plenty from their win in the Ulster Final over long-time rivals Slaughtneil, which saw the Antrim club claim their first provincial title since 2009/2010. They will face stiff opposition in St. Thomas’ of Galway though, as the men from the west are experienced at this stage, having won five county championships on the trot, reaching the AlB GAA All-Ireland Hurling Senior Club Championship final in 2018/2019 and winning it in 2012/2013.
Speaking ahead of this weekend’s games, AIB Chief Executive, Colin Hunt said: “I wish to congratulate all teams competing in this weekend’s AIB Camogie All-Ireland Club Championship Finals and the AIB GAA All-Ireland Hurling Senior Club Championship semi-finals for their achievements so far. Now in our 10th year supporting the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Club Championships and our 32nd year supporting the AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships, I would like to thank these players, the coaches and volunteers at their clubs, their families and their communities for playing such a key role in sustaining a truly brilliant competition. We wish everyone involved in this weekend’s games the very best of luck.”
Uachtarán an Cumann Camógaíochta, Hilda Breslin said: “We very much look forward to seeing #TheToughest teams vying for the coveted title of AIB All-Ireland Camogie Club champions. The games all promise to be exciting encounters for each club, and reflect the hours of training and personal commitment players have put in throughout the year. I’d like to thank the teams, volunteers, families, and wider communities for their dedication to their clubs and our great game. Sincere thanks to AIB for their continued support of our All-Ireland Club Championship. Best of luck everyone!”
Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, Larry McCarthy stated: “All eyes will be on the All-Ireland Club Hurling semi-finals this weekend. The skill, dedication and passion that have been on display in the Club Championship to date has been fantastic to witness and, having already served up some thrilling displays to get to this stage of the competition, we have no doubt that this weekend’s semi-finals are going to be ones to watch for everyone. We wish all teams involved the very best of luck.”
For exclusive content and behind the scenes action from the AIB Camogie and Club Championships follow @AIB_GAA on Twitter and Instagram, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AIBGAA and www.aib.ie/gaa.
Mack Hansen, with a leg issue, is the most high profile name missing for Connacht this Friday in their second game of the EPCR Challenge Cup against Brive in France.
Josh Murphy, Dylan Tierney-Martin, Matthew Burke and Sean Masterson are also out, but Byron Ralston is available.
It’s their first meeting in France since December 2017 when tries from Jack Carty, Ultan Dillane, Kieran Marmion and Cian Kelleher secured a 38-31 win in the Challenge Cup.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s William Davies has been chatting to Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend.
William also spoke to Connacht forward Oisin Dowling.
Kick-off at Stade Amedee-Domenech on Friday is 8pm Irish time and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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On today’s show:
9am-10am
Councillors seek funding for alternative project as plans for an aquatic centre at Cappagh Park look set to be scrapped
Ballinasloe nursing home owner says colleagues are closing up due to ever-escalating costs
Eight Golden Globe nominations for The Banshees of Inisherin filmed on Inis Mor and Achill Island
10am-11am
Sinn Féin announce motion aimed at bringing nurses, doctors, and health professionals home and end crisis driving them abroad
Project Empower to host special live shows for secondary schools in the New Year
Garda Slot with Kenneth Boyle
11am-12pm
Plenty of well-known names to speak at the Galmont Hotel on Monday as part of The Galway Executive Skillnet’s Big Bang event
Adoptee rights group says further delay in adoptees getting their personal records yet again shows need for a new agency
New survey shows dairy products remain a popular part of mealtimes across Connacht
We are joined by Steve Wall of Galway band The Stunning ahead of their gig in Leisureland this weekend
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Castlegar’s ambitions of repeating their AIB All-Ireland intermediate camogie championship success from a decade previously ended on Saturday (10th December) as they were beaten by Kilkenny’s James Stephens in the 2022 semi-final.
Emma Murphy, Caoimhe Callahan, Chloe and Elisha Broderick pointed for the Galway champions but they were always playing catch-up from the quarter hour.
Galway Bay FM’s Ivan Smyth reports.
Afterwards, Ivan chatted with Castlegar coach Martin Connolly.
The Castlegar team ©INPHO/Bryan Keane
Even with 12 changes, Connacht made a lightning start to their EPCR Challenge Cup campaign on Saturday (10th December) dispatching Newcastle Falcons 22-8 at the Sportsground.
Adam Byrne, Paul Boyle and Diarmuid Kilgallen got the tries for the home side.
Galway Bay FM’s Rob Murphy reports
Afterwards, Rob chatted to Connacht flanker Jarrad Butler
Rob also had a word with Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend
Connacht’s next outing in the EPCR Challenge Cup is next Friday (16th December) against Brive in France. Kick-off at the Stade Amedee-Domench is 8pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
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Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy hosts the weekly show wrapping up all the sporting action over the last few days.
On today’s show:
Kilkerrin/Clonberne are All-Ireland senior ladies football champions
Sarsfields are through to the All-Ireland senior camogie final
Connacht beat Newcastle Falcons in rugby’s European Challenge Cup
All this and more
‘The Full-Time Whistle,’ with Gerry Murphy, broadcasts every Sunday evening from 7pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
RSA give a road safety update as plummeting temperatures continue to make routes across the region hazardous
As householders across the region keep the heat on to fight off the cold the Minister tells us how best to apply for the fuel allowance
Galway Animal Welfare Charities to receive funding from the €5.8 million national fund for animal welfare charities
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Sarsfields qualified for a fourth consecutive AIB All-Ireland senior club camogie final on Saturday (10th December) when they beat Dublin’s St. Vincent’s 1-11 to 1-10 in St. Brendan’s Park, Birr.
Siobhán McGrath scored 1-7 for the winners who also had a strong defensive display led by Maria Cooney and captain Niamh McGrath.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports
Afterwards, Darren caught up with Galway Bay FM player of the match Maria Cooney.
Darren also had a word with Sarsfields manager Michael McGrath.
Sarsfields will go up against Antrim’s Loughgiel Shamrocks in the AIB All-Ireland senior club camogie final next Saturday (17th December). Throw-in at Croke Park is 6.30pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Sarsfields’ Maria Cooney is presented with the player of the match award by AIB Brand Sponsorship Manager Claire Liston ©INPHO/Tom MaherThe Sarsfields team ahead of the game ©INPHO/Tom Maher
On today’s show
9am-10am
Galway Deputy hits out at Government’s approach to Traveller accommodation
Fundraiser being held by Annaghdown GAA tomorrow in aid of local man’s rehabilitation
Tributes paid to the late renowned Galway businessman Pat McCambridge
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
At this week’s AIB #TheToughest media day ahead of the weekend’s All-Ireland club championship action in GAA and camogie, Sarsfields centre back Maria Cooney represented her club.
The All-Ireland champions take on Dublin’s St. Vincent’s this Saturday (10th December) in the AIB All-Ireland semi-final.
Maria was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Throw-in at St. Brendan’s Park, Birr on Saturday is 1.30pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
To hear Tommy Devane’s interviews with captain Niamh McGrath and manager Michael McGrath, click HERE.
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There’s another action-packed weekend of Gaelic Games action in store across the country this weekend, as all eyes turn to some hugely-anticipated match ups in the AIB Camogie Club All-Ireland Championship semi-finals and the AIB Ulster and Munster GAA Football Senior Club Championship finals.
In the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Senior Club Championships, Loughgiel Shamrocks (Antrim) and Tipperary’s Drom and Inch will do battle in the first semi-final at 1pm in Donaghmore Ashbourne GAA on Saturday, December 10th. St Vincent’s of Dublin meanwhile will go head-to-head with reigning All-Ireland champions, Sarsfields of Galway in their semi-final on December 10th at 1.30pm in Birr (Offaly), while the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Intermediate, Junior and Junior B Club Championship semi-finals are also taking place this weekend.
The remaining AIB GAA Provincial Club Championship Finals will be decided this weekend, with some interesting clashes in store across the provinces. Reigning AIB GAA All-Ireland Football Senior Club champions, Kilcoo, are hoping to win three Ulster crowns in-a-row when they face off against Watty Graham’s Glen at the Athletic Grounds (Armagh) on Sunday, December 11th at 1pm. In Munster meanwhile, an interesting showdown is in store in the AIB Munster GAA Football Senior Club Championship Final, as Kerins O’Rahillys of Kerry face Limerick’s Newcastle West at Páirc Uí Rinn (Cork) on Saturday, December 10th at 7.30pm.
The AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships features some of #TheToughest players from communities all across Ireland. It is these very communities that the players represent that make the AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships unique. Now in its 32nd year supporting the Club Championships, AIB is extremely proud to once again celebrate the communities that play such a role in sustaining our national games. From players to coaches, volunteers to referees, to the passionate fans who will fill stadiums across Ireland this weekend, AIB thanks all those whose work often goes unseen.
In attendance to look ahead to this weekend’s games were Dee Johnstone (St Vincent’s), Maria Cooney (Sarsfields), Amy Boyle (Loughgiel Shamrocks), Aoife McGrath (Drom and Inch), Aaron Branagan (Kilcoo), Emmet Bradley (Watty Graham’s Glen), Cian Sheehan (Newcastle West) and David Moran (Kerins O’Rahillys).
In the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Senior Club Championships semi-finals, two interesting clashes are in store. St Vincent’s of Dublin are enjoying a superb run of form of late, having been crowned Leinster champions following a hugely impressive and dramatic display over reigning, and three-in-a-row chasing, Leinster holders, Oulart the Ballagh. Edging Oulart by just a point on the day, Vincents’ will need to dig deep once more if they hope to down the current AIB Camogie All-Ireland Club champions, Sarsfields. The Galway outfit come into the test with years of big game experience under their belts, and will undoubtedly be hoping to defend their title in style and reach the hallowed grounds of Croke Park for All-Ireland final day on December 17th.
The second semi-final is set to be just as interesting, as newly-crowned Ulster champions, Loughgiel Shamrocks (Antrim) face off against Drom and Inch of Tipperary. Loughgiel come into the game with their tails up, having finally overcome old nemesis, Slaughtneil, in Ulster to secure their first provincial crown since 2015. A strong display will be needed from them though if they are to quench the firepower of Drom and Inch, who also put in a blistering provincial final display to exact revenge and dispatch rivals, Scariff Ogonnelloe to book their semi-final spot. With some interesting match ups throughout the field, it’s definitely set to be one to watch this Saturday, December 10th.
Elsewhere, the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Intermediate, Junior and Junior B semi-finals are also taking place this weekend. In the Intermediate ties, Castlegar (Galway) face James Stephens (Kilkenny), while Clonduff (Down) and Clanmaurice (Kerry) will face off in the other semi-final. In the Junior semi-finals, St.Dominic’s (Roscommon) and Knockananna (Wicklow) will go head-to-head, while Adare (Limerick) and Na Brídíní Óga will do battle for a spot in the final. The AIB Camogie All-Ireland Junior B semi-finals meanwhile see Fr.Murphys (UK) face Lacken (Cavan), while Delvin (Westmeath) and Roscommon Gaels (Roscommon) will go head-to-head in the other semi-final.
Over to the AIB GAA Club Championship action meanwhile, a mouth-watering fixture is in store in the AIB Ulster GAA Football Senior Club Championship final, as reigning All-Ireland champions, Kilcoo, go on the hunt for a third Ulster crown in-a-row. Kilcoo dispatched Enniskillen Gaels in their semi-final clash, to book their spot in the final. Watty Graham’s Glen meanwhile also come in to the clash in impressive form. The talented young side were pushed to the end by Cargin in their semi-final bout, but dug deep to get across the line on a final score of 1-10 to 0-8 to tee up a rematch with Kilcoo.
In Munster meanwhile, an interesting showdown is in store in the AIB Munster GAA Football Senior Club Championship Final, as Kerins O’Rahillys of Kerry face Limerick’s Newcastle West in what is set to be a fascinating tie at at Páirc Uí Rinn on Saturday, December 10th at 7.30pm. Kerins O’Rahillys come into their first provincial final since 2009 off the back of a very tough test with Eire Og Ennis (Clare), where they held off a determined finish from the Clare
side in the dying seconds to win by the narrowest of margins. Newcastle West also held on in an enthralling semi-final showdown with Clonmel Commercials that was decided in extra time. A thrilling encounter saw them tie up proceedings with a late Ruadhan O’Connor score, and they pushed through extra time in style to win by five in the end.
Speaking ahead of this weekend’s games, AIB Chief Executive, Colin Hunt said: “The AIB Camogie All-Ireland Club Championships and the AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships have produced some thrilling encounters down through the years, and we have another big weekend of action in store. The AIB Camogie and AIB GAA All Ireland Club Championships are brilliant competitions, engaging people of all ages and from every walk of life. Clubs are at the heart of communities across the country, and we have no doubt that the fans will be out in force once more this weekend, getting behind their players. We wish all teams involved the very best of luck.”
Uachtarán an Cumann Camógaíochta, Hilda Breslin said: “We are looking forward to another action-packed AIB Camogie All-Ireland Club Championships semi-final, as clubs continue to represent their communities with pride. It will undoubtedly be a brilliant weekend, with fierce battles between equally matched pairings. We wish all teams, clubs, and supporters the best of luck and thank them for their dedication and hard work. We are extremely grateful to our sponsors AIB for their commitment to our great sport at club level, where they touch communities in every county of Ireland.”
Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, Larry McCarthy stated: “We are looking forward to what will undoubtedly be another big weekend of provincial final action as our two remaining provincial titles will be decided. The AIB GAA All-Ireland Club Championships have given us some thrilling games over the past number of months, and it has been fantastic to see the players, fans, coaches and volunteers give their all for their clubs, week by week. We have no doubt that this weekend will prove to be no different, and wish all teams the very best of luck. The opportunity to represent your club, family and community is a very special and unique one, and we are delighted to have the long-standing support of AIB behind the Club Championships.”
For exclusive content and behind the scenes action from the AIB Camogie and Club Championships follow @AIB_GAA on Twitter and Instagram, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AIBGAA and www.aib.ie/gaa.
7 December 2022; Maria Cooney of Sarsfields, left, and Dee Johnstone of St Vincent’s pictured today ahead of the 2022 AIB Camogie Club All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi-Final, which takes place this Saturday, December 10th at 1.30pm in Birr. The AIB Camogie Club All-Ireland Camogie Championships features some of #TheToughest players from communities all across Ireland. It is these very communities that the players represent that make the AIB Camogie All-Ireland Club Championships unique. Now in its 10th year supporting the Camogie Championships, AIB is extremely proud to once again celebrate the communities that play such a role in sustaining our national games. Photo by Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile
Sean Walsh and John Mulligan speak to Justin Fahey, Chairman Kilbeacanty GAA Club, Justin McDermott of Jigsaw and All-Ireland winning captain from 2017 David Burke about the Hurling for Niall event that takes place on Saturday.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
‘Flunited’ campaign seeks to increase number of children availing of the flu vaccine as cases surge in the U-14’s
Galway-based author publishes maiden book on her traumatic life experiences of loss and grief
3.3m euro investment in community centres across County Galway
Roundstone company are holding a novelty Christmas themed fundraiser to raise money for a local children’s cancer charity
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Salthill/Knocknacarra can become the first Galway team in 12 years to win the currentaccount.ie All-Ireland Junior Ladies Football championship on Sunday (11th December) when they go up against Naomh Abán.
The Cork side were intermediate winners in 2003 but the county has a rich pedigree in this competition with eight wins, including Donoughmore in 2019. Galway’s only previous success came from Caltra Cuans in 2010.
Salthill/Knocknacarra qualified following a 1-7 to 1-6 win against Dublin’s O’Dwyers. Lauren O’Donnell got the goal along with three points each from Laura Kelly and Kate Thompson (who kicked the winner).
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly chatted to Salthill/Knocknacarra captain Ailbhe Finnerty at the currentaccount.ie LGFA media day.
Darren also caught up with Salthill/Knocknacarra manager Donal O’Connell.
Throw-in at Kilmallock on Sunday is 1pm.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Roscommon-Galway Deputy raises concern over delay in Additional Needs Payments
Ahead of the visit of Tanaiste Leo Varadkar on Friday we hear from the President of the University of Galway
Galway homecare worker reacts to extra general employment permits and discusses challenges now facing the sector
10am-11am
Households urged to stay warm and well this winter as energy expert advises on how best to ‘Reduce Your Use’
New charity launched in memory of Tuam woman who died of Metastatic Breast Cancer
Jobs Spot with Patricia Hynes
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Connacht commence their European season this Saturday (10th December) when they host Newcastle Falcons in the EPCR Challenge Cup.
It’s the teams’ first meeting in Galway in nearly seven years to the day, when Pat Lam’s team won 25-10. Jack Carty was man of the match with 20 points; Danie Poolman also went over the whitewash.
Leading up to the game, Connacht scrum and contact coach Cully Tucker has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
William also spoke to Connacht prop Peter Dooley
Kick-off the Sportsground on Saturday is 5.30pm.
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A decade on from their All-Ireland success, Castlegar’s camogie team are back on the national scene this Saturday (10th December) as they prepare to face Kilkenny’s James Stephens in the AIB All-Ireland intermediate semi-final.
In March 2013, they beat another Kilkenny outfit, Rower Inistioge, 1-8 to 1-6 with Aislinn Connolly top scoring. Three starters from that day – Eva Concannon, Caitriona Lee and Emma Murphy – were on the field for the recent 2022 Fr. Lawless Cup victory against Roscommon’s St. Dominic’s.
Leading up to the game, Castlegar manager Gerry Broderick has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at University of Limerick Maguires Pitch, South Campus on Saturday is 1pm.
Sarsfields continue their latest quest for back-to-back All-Ireland titles on Saturday (10th December) when they tackle Dublin’s St. Vincent’s in the AIB All-Ireland semi-final.
It’s a repeat of the 2019/20 semi-final when the Galway champions got the better of their the Metropolitans in Nenagh on their way to a maiden crown in Croke Park.
The Bill & Agnes Carroll Cup was annexed again for a second time after March’s victory over Oulart The Ballagh, and the New Inn/Bullaun outfit will want to get back to headquarters for a tilt at a third crown in four seasons against Antrim’s Loughgiel Shamrocks or Tipperary’s Drom & Inch seven days later.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane visited the Sarsfields camp and started by chatting to captain Niamh McGrath.
Tommy also caught up with Sarsfields manager Michael ‘Hopper’ McGrath.
Throw-in at St. Brendan’s Park, Birr on Saturday is 1.30pm.
Kilkerrin/Clonberne go for back-to-back currentaccount.ie All-Ireland senior ladies football championships this Saturday (10th December) when they take on Monaghan’s Donaghmoyne.
It’s a repeat of the 2021 semi-final played in January 2022, when two Nicola Ward goals secured a 2-8 to 0-8 victory in Clonberne.
The north Galway side followed with a maiden national triumph against Mourneabbey and this will be their 10th game this year as they attempt to win the Dolores Tyrell Cup again.
Leading up to the game, Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly has been chatting to the squad and started with captain Louise Ward.
The Noone sisters (Lynsey, Hannah and Eva) have made a major impact on the team over the last few years with two of them winning player of the match awards at the county and Connacht Finals.
Since the knockout series began, Ailish Morrissey has been Kilkerrin/Clonberne’s top scorer with 3-13 in five games, including 1-3 in the semi-final victory over Waterford’s Ballymacarbry.
Club President Christy Murphy, father of goalkeeper Lisa, joined Darren for a quick chat about the team, the club and everyone behind the scenes.
Finally, Kilkerrin/Clonberne manager Willie Ward gave his take on what to expect when Kilkerrin/Clonberne and Donaghmoyne go head-to-head on Saturday.
Throw-in at Croke Park on Saturday is 5pm and we’ll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Ailish Morrissey – Kilkerrin ClonberneChristy Murphy (President) & his daughter Lisa (goalkeeper)Kilkerrin/Clonberne squad warming up before trainingLouise Ward – Kilkerrin/Clonberne captainThe Noone sisters (l-r) Eva, Lynsey & HannahWillie Ward – Kilkerrin/Clonberne manager
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Jonathan Higgins, Adrian O’Neill and George McDonagh.
Among the topics discussed are:
- Three Galway teams crowned Connacht Football Champions
- Connacht beat Benetton in the BKT United Rugby Championship
- Salthill Devon advance in FAI Junior Cup
- Connemara and University of Galway win club rugby silverware
- World Cup
- And much more
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was a true legend of Irish sports broadcasting, Seán Bán Breathnach.
Seán Bán finished up on Raidió na Gaeltachta recently but remains on with TG4. He also worked with RTE in the early years before moving to his beloved RnaG.
During a decorated career which started behind the microphone in 1969 he has delivered some of the most iconic commentaries of a generation.
Seán Bán has some great stories to tell and many happy Irish sporting and worldly memories spanning more than 50 years.
He was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
9am-10am
Galway-based addiction councillor talks about the prevalence of drug abuse in the county
Former Galway Person of the Year awarded the 6th Oireachtas Human Dignity Award
Galway Simon launches Winter Solstice Dip at Dawn fundraising event as demand on services increase
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‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Gerry Murphy hosts the weekly round-up of Galway sporting action including this week:
- a clean sweep for Galway football clubs as Maigh Cuilinn, Dunmore MacHales and Clifden are all crowned Connacht champions – the first time the county has done this since 2005.
- Maigh Cuilinn also claim county Minor A football honours against Claregalway
- Connacht beat Benetton in BKT United Rugby Championship
- Salthill Devon advance in FAI Junior Cup
- And Connemara and University of Galway win Cawley and Curley rugby cups respectively.
https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ka3wfs/1204_Full_Time_Whistle6xwnx.mp3‘The Full-Time Whistle’ broadcasts every Sunday evening from 7pm on Galway Bay FM.
Connacht got back to winning ways on Saturday (3rd December) in the BKT United Rugby Championship with a 38-19 win over Benetton.
Niall Murray, Paul Boyle, Finlay Bealham and Caolin Blade secured the bonus point in the first game played under the new lights at the Sportsground.
The result moves Connacht up to 11th in the table with four wins from nine outings.
Afterwards, Connacht Director of Rugby Andy Friend gave his thoughts to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies.
https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8s63e6/1205A_Andy_Friend_Connacht_post_Benetton7732b.mp3And William also chatted to man of the match Paul Boyle.
https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ruzxqh/1205A_Paul_Boyle_Connacht_post_Benetton7zi57.mp3Connacht’s next game is at home to Newcastle Falcons next Saturday (10th December) in the EPCR Challenge Cup. Kick-off at the Sportsground is 5.30pm.
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University of Galway Maree through to National Cup Semi-Finals
University of Galway Maree 92 Belfast Star 77
by Cóilín Duffy
Joe-Junior Mvuezolo scored a season-high 33 points, as University of Galway Maree progressed to the InsureMyHouse.ie Pat Duffy National Cup semi-finals with a 92-77 win over Belfast Star on Saturday evening at Calasanctius College.
Maree executed better in clutch moments down the stretch, evidenced by a 17-2 run to end this contest – remarkable considering the encounter was still finely poised at 75-73 with 7:07 remaining.
Before then though, Jarrett Haines kicked the evening’s scoring off with a tough layup finish through traffic, while Rodrigo Gomez’s staunch defending and subsequent steal saw Mvuezolo charge away in transition to double their lead.
A sloppy turnover from an inbound pass gave Belfast Star their first points of the game, during a nip-and-tuck opening quarter as the two sides traded a handful of lead changes.
The visitors had five different scorers in that period, with Conor Johnston and their leading scorer Chrishon Briggs drilling threes to end the quarter with a one-point advantage, shortly after Eoin Rockall delivered a fine triple down the other end.
Briggs finished with 32 and got his baskets a variety of ways, including almost half at the foul line (14-of-15 made free-throws).
The only other player getting there half as much was Rockall, who had 18 points and his second-half aggressiveness provided a notable influence for his teammates to feed off.
It felt like Mvuezolo and Briggs were trading buckets in the second quarter – both recorded 10 in that frame – while others pitched in to avoid Galway being overwhelmed by a surge before the break.
Cathal Finn completed a four-point play after a clever drive-and-kick pass into him by Rockall, making a corner three under pressure as Jonathan James fouled him in the act of shooting.
He made the subsequent free-throw and the game was tied at 32-apiece with 4:24 remaining, but again the visitors looked to use slick ball movement and clean looks to open up a commanding lead.
Maximillian Cooper’s teardrop and a clever Max Richardson layup saw them score on consecutive possessions, before Haines harried their defence into another mistake.
Following another foul committed by a bemused looking James, Belfast recorded almost double (25) the amount of fouls Maree amassed over 40 minutes and their inability to consistently contest without fouling didn’t age well.
However at half-time, they led by one after their danger man Briggs had the final say at the free-throw line himself with Mvuezolo penalised in the paint.
The back-and-forth nature of this contest continued after the restart, as Zvonimir Cutuk got his first points of the game – a rebound up one end, finish down the other, intricately created by Haines.
Belfast then went on a 11-0 run, largely powered by Richardson and Briggs, before Gomez’s quick hands in the paint – coupled with consecutive triples by Mvuezolo and Stephen Commins – saw the Belfast bench call a timeout.
Patrick McGaharan had a minute to forget with two quick fouls, a one-shot technical and shooting foul on Rockall.
That sequence came after Zach Light’s defence created an important stop, jumping high and sliding into position as Galway’s collective efforts to slow down Briggs’ scoring production intensified.
Team co-captain Commins, who has featured sporadically this season, ended the third with a transition layup – created himself – to give the hosts a three-point lead before the final quarter.
Briggs looked to end the period with aplomb, but his dribble moves were thwarted by a diligent defence as Mvuezolo, Light and Commins all combined to stifle his attempt.
Into the fourth they went, and Commins’ final flurry came after another stop. Rockall’s clever drive-and-kick fed the man of the moment, who let a corner three fly and sealed a season-high 14 points.
That saw the lead double to six, and despite Briggs’ best efforts, it would soon worsen after a Maree timeout at 75-73.
For all of Light’s defensive nous, it was also great to see the New Yorker in possession during late-game situations.
He had ten fourth-quarter points – equalling his season high scoring tally – and was regularly directing decisions, whether off-ball or in possession during the final five minutes.
Mvuezolo and Rockall pitched in during a one-sided finish, with Belfast crucially worn down in attack.
They can earn immediate redemption in Super League play next Saturday (7pm) when the sides meet again at Calasanctius College.
Meanwhile, Bright St Vincents await Maree in the Cup semi-finals (January 7th/8th).
University of Galway Maree coach Charlie Crowley gave this reaction to the win to Cóilín Duffy.
https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/x27m7p/1205A_Charlie_Crowley672rl.mp3University of Galway Maree player Jarett Haines also gave this reaction to the victory to Cóilín Duffy.
https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/buium6/1205A_Jarett_Haines7gkko.mp3Scorers for University of Galway Maree: Joe-Junior Mvuezolo 33, Eoin Rockall 18, Stephen Commins 14, Zach Light 10, Jarett Haines 9, Cathal Finn 4, Zvonimir Cutuk 2, Rodrigo Gomez 2.Scorers for Belfast Star: Chrishon Briggs 32, Max Richardson 18, Conor Quinn 13, Maximillan Cooper 6, Conor Johnston 4, Oisin Kerlin 2, Aidan Quinn 2.University of Galway Maree:
Starting line-up: Eoin Rockall, Rodrigo Gomez, Jarett Haines, Joe-Junior Mvuezolo, Zvonimir Cutuk.
Bench: Cathal Finn, Stephen Commins, Ben Burke, Zach Light, Matthew Sweeney, Malik Thiam, Paul Freeman.
Belfast Star:
Starting line-up: Conor Quinn, Aidan Quinn, Maximillian Cooper, Chrishon Briggs, Max Richardson.
Bench: Jonathan James, Jack Summersgill, Conor Johnston, Patrick McGaharan, Liam Pettigrew, Oisin Kerlin.
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On today’s show: 10am-11am Serious Damage to Pitches in Galway; Saoirse Sheridan Speaks About Elder Home Share; 27 Galway Sea Scouts and 15 adults Head to the Netherlands; Job Spot with Patricia Hynes. 11am-12pm New Postcard Company Launches Tonight; Galway Memorial Walk to Help Galway Hospice; Rates Holiday Needed to Save The Country ‘Galway Talks’ […]
Three Connacht Hockey teams begin their interprovincial tournaments this Sunday (2nd September). They take on Leinster at under 16, 18 and 21 in Wilson’s Hospital Mullingar. Ahead of the opening games in the provinces’ competitive season, Connacht President Martin Hughes joined Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly for a chat about the importance of interprovincials, the […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, William Davies, Cian O’Connell and George McDonagh. They announced the QFinancials.ie Football Team of the week, look back the weekend’s action in the senior football championship, Galway United’s FAI Cup defeat to UCD, Connacht Rugby’s playing return, the Bluebird Care Galway Summer Rally and more. ‘Over […]
Twenty games take place in the senior and intermediate hurling championships this weekend including a novel triple header in Kenny Park on Sunday(4th September). In Galway’s first steps towards potential integration, a camogie fixture will share billing with two senior hurling games. Beagh battle Athenry at 1.30pm; while Mullagh meet Ardrahan at 5pm. But in […]
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was Alan Gough. Alan Joined Galway United in 1993 and stayed for 18 months before moving onto Shelbourne, Glentoran and Derry City. One of Galway’s most popular goalkeepers, he returned to Galway in 2004. In 2009 he became the player-manager with Longford Town. Alan has international caps […]
Galway’s Daniel Kyne won the Amateurs Derby Handicap in Epsom yesterday (Monday, 29th August). The point-to-point rider was aboard ‘Saratoga Gold’ which won at 5/1. It was his first winner under rules, and Daniel, younger brother of Jamie who passed away in 2009. The Claregalway jockey was chatting to Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
On today’s show: 10am-11am Minister Hildegarde Naughton Speaks About Last Nights Meeting Regarding Dr. Anne Hahessy’s Dental Practice; Promised independent Review of Testimony Given By Mother and Baby Home Survivors Has Now Been Abandoned by the Government; Garda Slot with Garda Declan Mulligan 11am-12pm The Arrabawn Meeting in Ballinasloe; The Pride of Place Judges Are […]
Group 1 Maigh Cuilinn 1-14 Corofin 1-12 (Jonathan Higgins) Tuam Stars 1-12 Oughterard 0-14 (Tommy Devane) Naomh Anna Leitir Móir 0-15 An Spidéal 0-11 (Tommy Devane) == Group 2 Mountbellew/Moylough 1-19 Salthill/Knocknacarra 1-14 (Kevin Dwyer on the Full Time Whistle) Afterwards Mountbellew/Moylough boss Val Day gave his thoughts to Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins Annaghdown […]
Galway United conceded a late goal on Friday evening (26th August) to allow UCD advance to the FAI Cup quarter-finals in Eamonn Deacy Park at their expense. Goals from Mikey Rowe and Max Hemmings twice levelled for the hosts but they didn’t have time to find a third equaliser. Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty reports. […]
Three tries for Connacht claimed a first pre-season victory this season on Friday (26th August) as they beat Sale Sharks in Dubarry Park, Athlone. Conor Oliver, Josh O’Connor and Eoin De Buitléar went over for the hosts. Afterwards, Josh Murphy and Dylan Tierney-Martin chatted to Galway Bay FM’s William Davies. Also, William got the thoughts […]
Gareth McHale & Brian Murphy won the Bluebird Care Galway Summer Rally by 22 seconds from Andrew Purcell in second and Robert Barrable in third on Sunday (28th August) Andrew Burke & Martin Brady won the Ger Conroy Memorial Cup for the best Galway Motor Club crew, while Galway duo Ross & Aaron Forde won […]
Group 1 Corofin 2-11 Cortoon Shamrocks 0-11 (Darren Kelly) Glenamaddy 4-17 Maigh Cuilinn 0-6 (Darren Kelly) == Group 2 St. Brendan’s 3-13 Mícheál Breathnach 1-10 (Ivan Smyth) Caltra 2-9 Oranmore/Maree 0-11 (Ivan Smyth) == Group 3 Oileáin Árann 0-12 Headford 0-9 (Darren Kelly) Kilkerrin/Clonberne 0-9 Killererin 0-7 (Paul Shaughnessy) == Group 4 Dunmore MacHales 1-14 […]
Galway United went down 1-2 to Shelbourne in Eamonn Deacy Park on Saturday (27th August). Shels travelled to the West to take on a fierce Galway side, and came away with all three points to help their quest in retaining the league title. Galway started the game strong with Chloe Singleton leading the attacking line […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am Board of Directors at Arrabawn Agree Sale Of Arrabawn The Energy Crisis Is A National Emergency For Businesses Says Pat McDonagh; Dr Anne Hahessy’s Patients Seek Update From Politicians 11am-12pm Weekend Sports Review with Darren Kelly; Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & Associates Woodquay; ‘As Homelessness Reaches A Record High, […]
John Mulligan looks back at the weekend’s sporting action including the County Senior and Intermediate Football Championships, Connacht’s pre-season win over Sale, defeats for Galway United and Galway WFC and the Bluebird Care Galway Summer Stages Rally.
On Saturday the 3rd of September, Galway Corinthians RFC will host an evening of sport and enjoyment with the goal if raising much-needed funds for the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. The evening will feature a game between the legends teams of both Corinthians and Galwegians at 6pm followed by music with the highlight of […]
Eight Galway teams travel around the country this Saturday (27th August) in National Hurling Academy Finals. There are two Galway under 16 teams competing in Munster in the A and B Finals. In the A semi-finals, Galway play Cork in Mallow at 12pm, while Kilkenny and Clare also meet. The winners contest the final at […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am €8m Deal to sell Business Book of Arrabawn Dairies in Kilconnell Agreed; Galway City Councillor hits back at criticism of Local Authority spend on Cycling and Walking Infrastrcutre; And a new survey reveals that only 30% of people are doing their ‘dream job’ so our newsteam hits the streets of Galway […]
Galway United host UCD at Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday (26th August). Kick-off is 7:45 pm. A place in the FAI Cup Quarter Finals is the prize on offer as United look to overcome UCD and book their place in the last 8. Tickets are available to purchase HERE (Note: Season Tickets are not valid […]
The NFL college football meeting of the Northwestern Wildcasts and the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday (27th August) has caught the public’s imagination throughout the country. It’s the first time these two teams have played in Ireland. American tourists have descended on Ireland throughout the country and two Nebraska newlyweds, Steve and Jacqueline, joined Galway Bay […]
PODCAST: Over The Line EXTRA – EP24 Sean Walsh and Ollie Turner are joined by Jonathan Higgins and Barry Cullinane to look ahead to the 3rd round matches in the Senior and Intermediate Football Championships. Check out the live video here below on our YouTube channel. For more episodes click HERE. Follow us on Twitter […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am 100 Jobs Under Threat At Arrabawan Creamery In Kilconnell Galway Senator Says Both Galway Councils have spent less than they were allocated for cycling and walking by Eamon Ryan and the NTA Kilrickle Finally Set To Get A Water Supply 11am-12pm Gardening Slot with Anne McKeown from McDees Mike Denver, also […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Mike Rafferty and Sean Walsh. We pick our Hurling Team of the Week, review Round 2 of the senior hurling championship, Galway United’s defeat to Bray Wanderers, Premier League and much more. ‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway […]
Ballinasloe’s under 18 Fred Daly All-Ireland ambitions ended as they were beaten 4-1 by Antrim’s Massarene in the semi-final at Ballina on Wednesday (24th August). Issac Oliver and Niall Conneely halved their matches, but there were defeats for Charlie Mooney, Tom Cafferky and John William Burke. Ballinasloe manager Liam Coughlan says they’ve achieved so much.
Eyrecourt’s Molly Dunne was this week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line.’ Molly coached the Galway Intermediate Camogie team to All-Ireland success in Croke Park alongside Cathal Murray this year. She won an All-Ireland senior medal with Galway in 2013 and won an All-Star in 2015. She was captain of Eyrecourt when they reached the […]
Galway Mother Tells of School Transport Woes As She Is Unable To Secure a Bus Ticket for Her Children LISTEN: Choas for Galway Mother and Children. A big increase in applications for a place on the school bus, combined with a shortage of drivers, is causing chaos for families ahead of the new academic year. […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am East Galway TD Calls on Education Minister to Intervene to Resolve to School Transport Fiasco Colm Quinn Motoring Slot with Gerry Murphy Headache For Galway Commuters as Works at Martin Roundabout Set To Continue Until November 11am-12pm Dental Council Responds To Statement By Dr Anne Hahessy- Oranmore Orthodontist and Reveals Details […]
Corofin man Shane McHugh who was named Escort of the Year at this year’s Rose of Tralee Festival joined Mollie and Ollie this morning for a quick chat. Shane, who hails from Belclare is paired with Ohio Rose, Sarah McInerney. The Galway man, bagged €1,000 in prize money and was delighted to be voted as […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am Oranmore Orthodontist Update- Some Patients Get Appointments and Files Galway Mother Tells of School Transport Woes As She Is Unable To Secure a Bus Ticket for Her Children 11am-12pm Garda Slot with Kenneth Boyle Galway Gardai The Man with the Moving House – Breandán Begley Tells How He Took On Kerry […]
Surviving A Stroke At 50 How you can be doing all the right things and still find yourself recovering from a major medical setback? Having a stroke at 50 is not something any of us factor in, especially if you follow a healthy lifestyle, take regular exercise and a eat a pretty healthy diet. Portumna […]
Warning To Farmers As Cattle Stolen Gardaí have launched an investigation into the theft of seven high-quality Friesian in-calf heifers from farmland on the Galway border over the weekend. The livestock were stolen some time between Friday evening and Saturday morning on rented land at Ballydangan, just outside Ballinasloe. The animals, all of which have high […]
An Cheathrú Rua Féasta Sráide atá á reáchtáil ag Pobal Rua ag Halla Éinne ar an gCeathrú Rua 4-7 i.n. Dé Sathairn 27 Lúnasa. Labhair Barbara le Majella Ní Chríocháin Beidh Féile an tSrúthán ar siúl sa cheantar an deireadh seachtaine seo chomh maith.
On today’s show: 10am-11am Independent TDs Led By Roscommon Galway Deputy Set Out Budget Demands Warning To Farmers As Cattle Stolen on Galway Border Campaign for Road Safety in Salthill 11am-12pm Sports Review with John Mulligan Surviving A Stroke At 50 – Portumna Man Steve Killeen Tells His Story Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am Concerns At Extravagant Tributes and Monuments In Graveyards Across Galway Dental Council Says It Warned Health Minister Last Year That Legislation Governing Dental Practitioners Was Not Fit For Purpose City Tribune Headlines 11am-12pm Sports Preview with John Mulligan Kitman For Galway Footballers Padraig Carr Comes In For A Chat Corrib Beo- Connecting […]
Founder & Director of Brigit’s Garden Jenny Beale spoke with Barbara after a great day of RTÉ filming there for a new documentary presented by Siobhán McSweeney.
PODCAST: Over The Line EXTRA – EP23 It’s round 2 of the Galway Senior and Intermediate Club Hurling Championships this weekend. Ollie and Sean are joined by Micheal Donoghue and Gordon Duane to look ahead to the action. Check out the live video here below on our YouTube channel. For more episodes click HERE. Follow […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am Calls for Local Representatives to Do More for Loughrea Following Planning Refusal for Swimming Pool Parent of Patient of Dr Anne Hahessy Orthodontic Practice Says She Has Been Contacted re Possible Refund But Many Still Left In The Dark Connacht Tribune Headlines 11am-12pm Gardening Slot with McDee’s An Bhean Ghlúine- New […]
Miss Galway Ava Matthews sat down with Barbara Nic Dhonnacha ahead of the Miss Ireland Final in Castlebar this Saturday 20th August. Wishing Ava all the best in the final!
On today’s show: 10am-11am: Galway Talks Listener Asks Who Is Looking After Galway City After Tents Pitched in Eyre Square and Shop Street Ballygar Man Highlights Upset Caused By Ongoing Bank Correspondence to Brother Who Died in 2010 Galway Senator Meets Health Minister Regarding Oranmore Orthadontics Patients Left Without Service 11am-12pm NUI Galway Students’ Union […]
At the Paracycling Worlds in Baie Comeau, Canada on Sunday (14th August), Athenry’s Ronan Grimes became the county’s newest world champions. The Athenry man won the C4 road race in a five-man sprint to finally get his place on top of the podium. Since his debut in 2017, Ronan has risen up the ranks winning […]
Furbo’s Aifric Keogh added to her impressive medal collection last Saturday (13th August) when she was part of the Women’s Four team that won European silver medals in Munich. Her team, including Tara Hanlon, Eimear Lambe and Natalie Long, finished just behind Britain in the Final. It was a successful weekend as Ireland sent a […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Kevin Dwyer, Derek Rogers and George McDonagh. They chatted about the QFinancial.ie Team of the Week, Round 2 of the senior and intermediate football championships, Galway United’s defeat in Waterford, the Premier League and much more. ‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday from […]
Mum of Late Late Toy Show Star Saoirse Ruane Tells of Pain At Daughter’s Cancer Diagnosis Galway Talks: Saoirse Ruane. Mum of Late Late Toy Show Star Saoirse Ruane Tells of Pain At Daughter’s Cancer Diagnosis. “You cannot imagine all that goes through your head when you were told your seven-year-old child may have cancer.” […]
Cortoon Shamrock’s Derek Savage was this week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line.’ Derek has two All-Ireland medals (1998 & 2001) and six Connacht titles during his time playing for Galway. He won an All-Star in 2000 and played his club football with Cortoon Shamrocks until he retired a couple of seasons ago. He chatted […]
Grainne Faller – Are our roads safe? Grainne Faller – Are our roads safe? Yesterday on Galway Talks Sally-Ann had a discussion with the chairman of the Galway Cycling Campaign group Kevin Jennings on renewed action by the group following last week’s incident which saw cyclist Dr. Ciara Curran knocked from her bike in Salthill […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am: Irish Water Falls Foul of Water Advisory Board Report Salthill Mum Urges Direct Action on Dangers Facing Cyclists in Galway Garda Slot 11am-12pm Mum of Late Late Toy Show Star Saoirse Ruane Tells of Pain At Daughter’s Cancer Diagnosis. Galway Parent Calls For Faster Action For Patients of Oranmore Orthodontist Who Has Ceased Practice. Events at Galway City […]
What was bound to be an extremely competitive match live on TG4 on Saturday (13th August) certainly did not disappoint as chances didn’t come easily. The game started with both sides trying to get a feel for the other, with the importance of this game clearly making an impact on the play. A great chance […]
Group A == Maigh Cuilinn 1-17 Oughterard 0-14 (Tommy Devane) Afterwards, Maigh Cuilinn manager Don Connellan chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane Tommy also spoke to Maigh Cuilinn forward Owen Gallagher Tuam Stars 0-16 An Spidéal 0-8 (Darren Kelly) Corofin 3-24 Naomh Anna Leitir Móir 0-9 (Tommy Devane) == Group B == Salthill/Knocknacarra 1-18 […]
Group C == Oileáin Árann 2-18 Killererin 1-13 (Donal Ó Conghaile) Kilkerrin/Clonberne 2-8 Headford 1-10 (Kevin Dwyer) == Group A == Corofin 3-12 Maigh Cuilinn 1-9 (Tommy Devane) Glenamaddy 2-12 Cortoon Shamrocks 0-8 (Kevin Dwyer) == Group B == St. Brendan’s 3-10 Caltra 0-11 (Darren Kelly) Micheál Breathnach 0-18 Oranmore/Maree 0-11 (Donal Ó Conghaile) == […]
Galway United suffered a major promotion setback on Friday night (12th August) as a resurgent Waterford got back into the First Division title race. With Cork City also losing to Treaty United, it’s now a three-horse race regarding who’ll take the automatic first place spot in the Premier Division. Stephen Walsh put the Tribesmen ahead […]
On today’s show: 10am-11am: Galway Cycling Campaign rebutts claims its members were abusive or aloof during Salthill cycleway debate Galway politicians look to remove employment barriers for new Ukrainian residents 11am-12pm Heritage Week Begins – Lady’s Day Athenry & Holy Wells Audit Project Sports Review with Ollie Turner Financial Advice With Dave McCarthy, McCarthy & […]
Gerry Murphy looks back at the weekend’s sporting action including round two of the County Senior Football Championship and the opening round of games in the Intermediate Football Championship. There is also soccer, racing and cycling. First Broadcast on Sunday 14th August
Ar clár na seachtaine seo: Katie Ní Loingsigh, Oifigeach Pleanála Teanga Chois Fharraige ag caint faoi Shorcais GerbolaComhghairdeas agus fáilte Micheál Ó Mainín, Oifigeach Forbartha Gaeilge Locha Riach Jojo Hynes agus Midie Corcoran i mbun Tionscadal An Ceannairc Beag Bídeach do dhaoine óga i Rosmuc Cliodhna Ní Ghríofa, Bainisteoir Forbartha Gnó, Nua na Mara, ag […]
On today’s show: 9am-10am Galway GP supports calls for review into HSE referrals to UK clinic for children with Gender Identity issues; Galway Talks listener highlights ambulance delays; Galway Fire services issue warning re high temperatures and fire; 10am-11am A week of Pride in Galway; Athenry Walled Town Day this weekend; We’ve a vox from […]
Cessation of Services by Orthodontist Dr Anne Hahessy, Oranmore Cessation of Services by Orthodontist Dr Anne Hahessy, Oranmore. Yesterday we heard from Galway Talks listener Margaret who told us how her daughter’s orthodontic treatment had been suspended at short notice. Galway Talks has been contacted by dozens of people whose children were receiving treatment from […]
On the show today: Dental Council of Ireland Responding to Complaints Following Cessation of Services by Orthodontist Dr Anne Hahessy in Oranmore ALONE Urges Public to Check on Older Relatives, Neighbours and Friends as Temperatures Continue to Spike Galway County Council River Works Facing Legal Challenge By Environmental Group Director of Nursing at Galway Nursing […]
Cycling Incident – Salthill Cycling Incident – Salthill. A cyclist who was the victim of an incident in Salthill earlier this week has taken to Twitter to urge drivers in Galway city to be more mindful of their behaviour. A young woman was knocked from her bicycle by a driver opening their car door near the […]
On the show today: As Temperatures Soar, A Warning Of The Potential Dangers of Swimming in Open Water Financial Implications of Providing Student Accommodation Minister Anne Rabbitte Relays Details of Incident in Portumna Final Chance to live rent free on Inis Meáin Motoring Advice With Gerry Murphy Will There Be Staff To Care […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Cian O’Connell, Adrian O’Neill and George McDonagh. They discuss the Q Financial Advisors Club Football Championship Team of the Week, the All-Ireland intermediate camogie final, the start of the senior football championship, Galway United’s draw with Wexford, the return of the Premership and much more. ‘Over […]
Don O’Riordan was the special guest on ‘Over the Line’ this Monday (8th August). Don played with a host of clubs across channel including Derby County, Middlesbrough, Notts County and Sheffield United. He managed both Galway United and Galway WFC and is currently with Treaty women and coaching one of Galway’s newest clubs, Merlin Woods/Medtronic. […]
On the show today: NUIG President Appeals For Those With Accommodation Available for Students To Come Forward American Ambassador Makes a Visit To Galway Galway Frontline Workers Still Waiting For Pandemic Bonus Payment Galway Bay FM’s Marc Roberts Speaks On The Death of His Musical Friend Olivia Newton John Regeneration Works Underway In Ballybane […]
Group 3 == Milltown 4-18 Killannin 3-12 (Mike Rafferty) Afterwards, Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty caught up with winning Milltown manager Jarlath Jennings St. Michael’s 1-8 Claregalway 1-5 (Kevin Dwyer) Caherlistrane 1-10 Monivea/Abbey 0-10 (Report to follow) == Group 1 == Corofin 0-15 Oughterard 0-8 (Jonathan Higgins) Maigh Cuilinn 0-15 An Spidéal 0-12 (Mike Rafferty) […]
Galway’s intermediate camogie team showed resolve and resilience well beyond their years to hold off the Cork challenge on Sunday (7th August) and win the All-Ireland. Shamrock’s Katie Gilchrist top scored with seven points, while Eyrecourt’s Laura Loughnane and Liam Mellows’ Niamh McPeake shared five between them. Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane reports. Afterwards, Galway […]
On the show today: Threshold Issues Warning For Galway Tenants Ballinasloe Employer Pays Tribute To Victim of Kerry Drowning State of Galway City Brought Into Question Galway Mother Highlights No Tattoo Policy Of Airline Following Galway Recruitment Event Connemara Pony Show Returns What’s in Store at Clifden Arts Festival Review of the Weekend’s Sporting Action […]
Gerry Murphy looks back at the sporting weekend including Galway’s win in the All-Ireland Intermediate Camogie Final, the opening round of games in the Bon Secours County Senior Football Championship and everything else that happened over the weekend in Galway sport.
Local publican Joe Sheridan talks about the difficulty that many public house owners are experiencing at the moment. He has seen a huge increase in drug related incidents in pubs across the county, including his own, and believes it to be replicated across the state. What is the solution and how do we tackle the […]
On the show today: Owner of shop which sold €5.5 million lotto ticket in Galway city congratulates syndicate of City Council workers Is a Hike In Children’s Allowance Overdue? Galway City Councillor Warns Of Covid Experience Breakthrough in Stroke Care By Galway Consultant Galway Talks Listener Calls For Oversight On Galway Bay Galway Parkinson’s Association Annual […]
Galway Syndicate Scoops 5.5 million in Irish Lotto. A local lotto syndicate is now €5.5m richer after scooping Wednesday night’s Lotto jackpot. The syndicate is a mixed group of retired and current workers in the outdoor section of the Environment Department of Galway City Council. The winning ticket was sold in Newspoint newsagent in Galway […]
On the show today: Galway Syndicate Scoop €5.5 million Lotto Jackpot Galway Mountain Rescue Call Outs- Latest Incident At Diamond Hill Airport Woes Continue At Dublin Airport Calls for End to Best Before Dates to Cut Food Wastage Long wait times at Emergency Department in UHG Gardening Advice With Anne McKeown
Galway’s quest for a seventh All-Ireland minor ladies football title proved unsuccessful on Wednesday (3rd August) as a strong and skillful Cork team ran out eight-point winners. Abigail Ring’s late goal dressed up the scoreboard after Mairéad Glynn’s 51st minute strike had the Tribeswomen just one behind. Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports. Afterwards, Darren […]
On today’s show: Enda Corneille, Country Manager for Ireland talks about Emirates coming to Galway this week to look for cabin crew; Henry Doherty (Sligo/Leitrim Mountain Rescue) on Family homelessness almost back to peak levels across the West; Minister Robert Troy discusses significant reform of the personal injuries landscape in Ireland underway as Personal Injuries […]
Galway are chasing a fourth ever All-Ireland intermediate camogie title on Sunday (7th August) when they take on Cork. (The Galway team before their semi-final win over Meath ©INPHO/Evan Treacy) It’s the third time the counties have met for the Jack McGrath Cup, bu the first time they’ll meet in Croke Park. Despite 1-4 from […]
Group 1 == Turloughmore 2-20 Ballinderreen 1-16 (Gordon Duane) Sylane 1-18 An Spidéal 1-10 == Group 2 == Craughwell 1-15 Carnmore 1-13 (Gordon Duane) Meelick/Eyrecourt 3-22 Kilbeacanty 0-9 (Gordon Duane) == Group 3 == Abbeyknockmoy 0-27 Kiltormer 0-22 (Tommy Devane) Killimor 2-18 Castlegar 0-13 (Gordon Duane) == Group 4 == Clarinbridge 3-17 Annaghdown 2-13 (John […]
Senior A Group 2 == Craughwell 2-15 Kilconieron 0-9 (Report to follow) Cappataggle 2-16 Gort 1-16 (Gordon Duane) Loughrea 1-18 Tommy Larkins 1-17 (Darren Kelly) == Senior A Group 1 == St. Thomas 2-25 Sarsfields 3-19 (Niall Canavan) Clarinbridge 1-21 Killimordaly 1-16 (Tommy Devane) Turloughmore 2-18 Castlegar 1-10 (Niall Canavan) == Senior B Group 2 […]
Salthill Devon exited the FAI Cup on Sunday (31st July) following a penalty shoot-out defeat to Malahide United. The Dublin side struck late to force a 2-2 draw after extra-time. Cillian Doyle and Matthew Barrett with Salthill Devon’s goals. But it finished 6-5 to Malahide United after the penalties. Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty reports.
Galway United beat Dublin’s Bluebell United 7-0 in the FAI Cup on Sunday (31st July). David Hurley and Francely Lomboto both scored twice. Stephen Walsh, Adam Thomas and David Tarmey were also on target. The second round draw takes place on Tuesday (2nd August). Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins reports. Afterwards, Jonathan chatted to Galway […]
On the show today: Galway Talks Listener Highlights Soaring House Insurance Premiums Irish Water Charges For Domestic Water Mains Campaign Underway to Repatriate Young Ardrahan Man Killed In Crash In Canada Mountain Climb for Crohns and Colitis Awareness Gardening Advice With Anne McKeown Galway Football Manager Padraig Joyce Reflects On The Season And Ballygar Carnival Prepares […]
On the show today: Galway IFA Responds To 25% Emissions Deal Galway Gardai Issue Warning on West Side Scam Wetherspoons Look To Move Into Galway Driving An Electric Car in Galway- A Listener Gives Her Take Headford Listener Flags Online Payment Problems With Motor Tax Office Our Weekend Sports Preview And Lockdown Landscapes- the Story of […]
Galway Talks: Padraic Joyce – Reflection on Sunday. Galway’s quest for a first All-Ireland senior football title in 21 years didn’t materialise on Sunday (24th July) as Kerry were crowned champions. Padraic Joyce joined Keith Finnegan today to reflect on Sunday’s game. Follow us on Twitter For more, check out our podcasts. Socials Facebook / […]
Today on the show: Tanaiste Leo Varadkar had a general discussion with Keith Finnegan this morning. The Cabinet is expected to give permission to establish an office to manage the excavation of the burial site at Tuam this morning. The Director of Authorised Intervention will have responsibility for the forensic excavation, recovery and analysis of remains. The […]
Ìt was a very successful weekend for Galway County Cricket Club. For this and more, here’s Galway Bay FM’s William Davies
Cappataggle GAA have launched their annual fundraiser to support the club and two great local charities; Galway Hospice and the East Galway and Midlands Cancer Support Centre. These two special charities have been chosen in honour of our greatest club stalwart Sean Stankard who sadly passed away in March of this year. Sean was a […]
Today on the show: It’s expected that emissions targets for the Agriculture sector will be agreed at the final cabinet meeting of the summer tomorrow. No final agreement was reached on carbon emissions cuts for the agriculture sector after yesterday’s cabinet subcommittee meeting. Galway Talks listener highlights their concerns of pollution in Galway’s water outlets. Until […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Darren Kelly and Cian O’Connell. We chat about Galway’s All-Ireland senior football final defeat to Kerry, the camogie weekend with three teams contesting semi-finals, Galway United’s win in Athlone Town, and more. ‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway […]
Galway United maintained pressure on Cork City at the top of the SSE Airtricity League First Division with this 3-1 win over Athlone Town on Friday (22nd July). Strikes from Rob Manley, Francely Lomboto and Manu Dimas secured the three points. Also in the Women’s National League, Galway WFC were 5-2 winners over Sligo Rovers. […]
Galway’s quest for a first All-Ireland senior football title in 21 years didn’t materialise on Sunday (24th July) as Kerry were crowned champions. Despite a tour de force performance from Kilkerrin/Clonberne’s Shane Walsh, the Tribesmen came up just short to Jack O’Connor’s side. Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins reports Afterwards, Jonathan got the thoughts of […]
Galway’s All-Ireland senior title reign ended on Saturday (23rd July) as Kilkenny pushed over the line to win by four points in Croke Park. Carrie Dolan scored eight points for the Tribeswomen, while Aoife Donohue also contributed two points. Galway Bay FM’s match commentary team were Tommy Devane and Imelda Hobbins.
It wasn’t to be for Galway’s senior footballers on Sunday (24th July) as they went down to Kerry by four points in the All-Ireland senior final. Led by Shane Walsh (0-9) and Cillian McDaid (0-3), the Tribesmen made a brave effort but just came up short against Kingdom. Relive the whole match day experience and […]
Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan presents the weekend recap on all the local sporting action including: Report and reaction from the All-Ireland senior football final; Galway’s All-Ireland senior camogie semi-final against Kilkenny; Galway United’s trip to Athlone Town in the SSE Airtricity League; And more. ‘The Full Time Whistle’ broadcasts every Sunday evening from 7pm […]
On the show today: Reaction to Yesterday’s All Ireland Final and Details on the Homecoming Plans Galway City Councillor Calls Out Personal Abuse At Galway City Development Plan Discussions Galway Childcare Providers Urged to Highlight Issues For The Sector Revival of Strawboys Tradition Makes Its Way To Galway A Young Galway boy is leading […]
On the show today: Claregalway Woman Tells Of Near Miss While Swimming At River Clare Taxi Driver Injured in Galway City Stabbing Incident Campaign to Create Martin’s Day To Honour Galway Man Who Championed Animal Welfare Californian Delegation of Assembly Members in Galway City Today To Encourage Foreign Direct Investment in the City […]
Everyday this week, Galway Bay FM have been rebroadcasting all the games played by the Galway Senior Footballers as we count down to Sunday’s All-Ireland Final. We come to the final game of the run. The day that saw Galway qualify for the All-Ireland Final for the first time since 2001. Galway’s historic win over […]
On the show today: Is a rent free year on Inis Meáin your dream? A Galway Talks listener highlights dangers of Weever fish stings Local Authority seeks more information from Monivea Rugby Club on mast application As our build up to the All Ireland Football final continues, Sally-Ann Barrett speaks to Seamus Burke of St […]
Everyday this week, Galway Bay FM will rebroadcast all the games played by the Galway Senior Footballers as we count down to Sunday’s All-Ireland Final. Today, a day that will NEVER be forgotten. Galway’s win over Armagh in the All-Ireland Quarter Final played on the 26th of June. A game that was decided on penalties […]
On the show today: How will the move to cashless services at 7 branches of AIB in County Galway affect consumers and businesses? A Galway city councillor says he is seriously concerned after learning that a major employer in the Knocknacarra area is set to relocate to the east of the city. Irish Water is asking us to […]
Ahead of the Cricket Camp coming to Galway next week (25th-29th July), Galway Bay FM’s William Davies sat down with Cricket Ireland’s National Development Manager Ali Nolan to talk about the sport and growing it in this country.
Everyday this week, Galway Bay FM will rebroadcast all the games played by the Galway Senior Footballers as we count down to Sunday’s All-Ireland Final. Today, we remember the Connacht Senior Football Final win over Roscommon in Pearse Stadium on the 29th of May. Commentary from Ollie Turner and Eddie Hoare. Team and Scorers Scorers […]
Galway’s captain insists they can hold Kerry’s star forwards in this Sunday’s All-Ireland senior football final. David Clifford is one of the country’s most dangerous attackers but didn’t score from play for UL in the Sigerson Cup Final against a NUIG team that featured Sean Kelly. The Maigh Cuilinn man has been chatting to Galway […]
This week’s guest on Over The Line’s ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Niall Canavan, Jonathan Higgins and George McDonagh. ‘Over The Line, sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
Twenty one years after leading Galway to the last All-Ireland senior football victory, John O’Mahony was the special guest on Over the Line this week. Back then, Padraic Joyce was one of his most able deputies and we will chat to John about 2001 and 1998 as we also look forward to the All-Ireland final […]
Today, Keith asks the question, do we need an emergency budget? Sinn Fein’s Pearse Doherty and Fianna Fail’s Eamon O’Cuiv join him. Also, Seagulls in Terryland, nursing staff shortages in UHG, Gaillimh le Gaelige, taking the ? out of LGBTQ+ and loads more…
Ballinasloe are hosting their annual Festival of Golf from Friday week (8th July) with over €10,000 in prizes. The nine-day event will have mens, ladies and team competitions and provides an opportunity for players at all levels. Among the prizes are Motocaddy Golf Carts, green fees and vouchers for different courses around the country, a […]
Two Galway camogie teams go in search of Glen Dimplex All-Ireland semi-final places this Saturday (2nd July) with a double header in Kenny Park, Athenry. The Tribeswomen seniors are unbeaten since losing the 2021 National League Final to their upcoming opponents and take on Kilkenny at 4pm. In last year’s final group game, Galway prevailed […]
Next month (July), Galway Greyhound Stadium celebrates 90 years of racing action and to celebrate that milestone, Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh spoke to several people who have had huge connections with the College Road venue over the years. Firstly, we start with Bohermore native Deirdre Scully about her fond memories of growing up with […]
Today on the show: New research by NUI Galway has found that cost of purpose-built student accommodation is proving to be a barrier to full participation in third level from prospective students. The development of high cost, private, tax relief driven, investor-led PBSA is driving higher rents and lowering space and accommodation standards. This research was […]
Galway’s first game of a weekend double header was on Friday (24th June) when they were held to a scoreless draw by Limerick’s Treaty United. The result saw the Tribesmen lose their lead in the First Division with Cork City going back ahead by one point. Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins reports. Afterwards, Jonathan caught […]
Galway’s senior camogie team made it four wins from four in the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland senior championship on Saturday (25th June) as they beat Antrim in Dunloy. Siobhán McGrath and Aoife Donohue struck goals in either half to give the Tribeswomen a comfortable winning margin. It sets Galway up for a showdown with Kilkenny in […]
Today on the show: Galway footballers beat Armagh on penalties yesterday to advance to the All Ireland football semi-finals. Their quarter-final tie finished level at 2-21 to 3-18 after extra-time, with the Tribesmen winning the shootout 4-1. However the game was marred by a mass brawl at the end of normal time. As the players left the […]
Live from Kilronan on Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands. On the show today: Living and running a business on Inis Mór- we hear from Aran Island Ferries, Inis Mór Glamping and many more. Healthcare Staff Seek Update On Pandemic Payment No Leaving Cert Results Until Sept 2nd– What is the Fallout? Plus […]
PODCAST: Over The Line EXTRA – EP21. Former Armagh footballer Aaron Kernan joins Ollie Turner and Sean Walsh to preview this weekend’s All Ireland quarter finals, while Irish Independent GAA writer Colm Keyes joins the lads to look back on the Galway hurlers win over Cork. Check out the live video here below on our […]
On the show today: The Gort Boil Water Notice Saga Continues Is there a pending student accommodation crisis in Galway? Calls for the upcoming protest at Day Care Centre in Loughrea to be called off And live music in studio with singer songwriter Ryan McMullan.
Final preparations are underway at a quiet little farm in East Galway for what’s hoped will become one of the most exciting events west of the Shannon this year. Livestock Music Festival will take place on the 1st and 2nd of July at Liskelly Farm, just outside the village of Aughrim. Organised by local farmer Cormac Jennings and his […]
On today’s show: We look at pubic service pay rises with Ciaran Cannon and Eamonn Ó Cuiv Galway Chief Superintendent says many new Gardai leave the job after two years but why? A protest will take place this Friday against the delayed reopening of the purpose built Day Centre in Loughrea. A new music festival […]
All roads lead to Croke Park this Sunday (26th June) as Galway take on Armagh in the All-Ireland senior football quarter-final. The Tribesmen have never lost in the championship to the Orchard County but the Ulster side come into this contest on the back of two impressive wins over Tyrone and Armagh. As confidence grows […]
Galway’s minor footballers take on Derry this Saturday (25th June) in the All-Ireland minor football semi-final. The young Tribesmen delivered a suprise victory in their quarter-final against Derry winning 0-10 to 0-7, restoring confidence following their disappointing Connacht Final defeat to Mayo six days earlier. Galway are chasing a first All-Ireland Final appearance since 2019. […]
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Niall Canavan, Barry Cullinane and George McDonagh. ‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
An Spidéal’s Donal Ó Fátharta was the special guest on ‘Over The Line’ this week. Synonymous with the development of underage footbal in the county, Donal has managed both the Galway minors and under 20 teams with great success. Many of the players under his watch in these grades are now playing senior football for […]
Today on the show: What happens when a truck driver from Connemara and the Irish American community come together? The result is an aid convoy to Eastern Ukraine to get much needed food and supplies to people in the war torn eastern region of the country. Dermot Laffey from Clifden had just returned from Ukraine and […]
Clarinbridge’s Katie O’Brien made history on Saturday (18th June) in Poznan, Poland when the PR2 women’s para singles sculls race at the World Cup. The Galway Rowing club graduate’s time of 9’14.65″ was a new world record, knocking 10 seconds of the previous best. It was the highlight of a successful weekend for Irish rowing […]
Today on the show: Our new County Development plan officially comes into effect. This has been the culmination of over 2 years of deliberations. Those applicants whose family home are in villages, with no Local Area Plan, with no public services, are deemed eligible for housing need. Examples of this are the villages of Clarinbridge, […]
On the show today: Galway Talks Listener Says Galway City Council Needs A Wake Up Call When It Comes to the State of the City. Sinéad O’Connor cancels upcoming live performance at Galway International Arts Festival. Parking At The Long Walk- Why Drivers Are Confused And Is it time to bring back the Wavemakers to […]
PODCAST: Over The Line EXTRA – EP120. This week on Over The Line EXTRA GAA, Micheal Donoghue looks forward to Saturdays All Ireland Quarter Final. Can Galway get back on track after the Leinster Final? Can Cork maintain their momentum? Join Ollie and Sean. Check out the live video here below on our YouTube channel. […]
On the show today: As the number of people facing energy poverty increases, e hear from Galway S Vincent de Paul on what help is available for those who are struggling On Tuesday’s programme we brought you the story of a young mother who found herself left waiting overnight to have a clamp released from […]
Ask the Dentist with Gate Dental Galway: “The Nervous Patient” is the familiar topic on this week’s Ask the Dentist feature on The Live Wire. Dr Brian Delgado BDS from Gate Dental Clinic joins Ronan Lardner. Every second Monday make an appointment with ‘Ask The Dentist’ on The Live Wire and …. Lets keep smiling […]
Today on the show: Are hotels price gouging when it comes to room rates? Hoteliers have hit back at allegations of price-gouging and rip-off rates, following claims that some of them are using a strong rebound in demand to raise prices. Paul Gallagher, Former Chairman of the IHF and Manager of Buswell’s Hotel Dublin spoke to Keith. Can […]
This week’s guest on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Kevin Dwyer, Jonathan Higgins and George McDonagh. Galway Bay FM’s ‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday from 8pm.
Gerry Murphy and George McDonagh are joined in studio by Pete Finnerty, Cyril Farrell and Sean Walsh to pay tribute to former Galway hurling board secretary Phelim Murphy who passed away on Friday. We also hear from Seamus Murphy, a member of the six-in-a-row winning Turloughmore team in the 1960s. Galway Bay FM’s ‘Over The […]
On the show today: There’s Growing concern for families already on the brink as prices rise by 7.8% in May. On Wednesday’s programme we heard from a Galway Talks listener Rita who told us how as a full time carer she is being affected by the rising cost of living. Today she brought us some […]
PODCAST: Over The Line EXTRA – EP19. Clare legend Jamesie O’Connor join Sean Walsh and Ollie Turner to review Galway’s loss to Kilkenny in the Leinster Final and Limerick’s high octane Munster Final win over Clare. For more episodes click HERE. Follow us on Twitter HERE. Check out the live video here below on our […]
On the show today: The cost of living crisis and why apprentices are feeling the pinch We take a look at what remote working hubs across the region have to offer following the announcement that vouchers are to be made available for workers to make three visits to a remote working hub of their choice. […]
Today on the show, Galway Talks listener Rita tells her story highlighting the real impact of the cost of living with reaction from Sinn Féin TD Mairead Farrell and Catherine Cox from Family Carers Ireland; Liam Carroll welcomes the decision from the CCPC in relation to the disposal of Joyces in Oranmore as part of the […]
Galway’s hopes of overturning previous disappointment to Mayo and winning a 30th Connacht title didn’t materialise on Monday (6th June) as the green and red regained the provincial crown. Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports. Afterwards, Galway manager Alan Glynn gave his thoughts to Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins. Galway will now face Dublin in […]
The Kilbeacanty 7s tournament finals took place today (Monday, 6th June) with the hurling group games followed by the semi-finals, camogie final and the hurling final. Gort were crowned hurling winners following a 7-11 to 5-10 win over St. Thomas. But St. Thomas did secure camogie silverware thanks to a 2-8 to 2-2 success against […]
On the show today: Some good news for a Friday. We had a brilliant update on the story of the missing wedding ring lost in Oranmore. Owner Lillian brought us the story. Geraldine Mullan, whose husband and two children died when the family’s car plunged into Lough Foyle one fateful night in August 2020 joined us […]
Listen back to an epic Leinster U20 hurling semi final between Galway and Kilkenny in Tullamore, which Kilkenny won by 1-28 to 1-27 after extra time. Commentary with Niall Canavan and Micheal Donoghue… Galway: D Walsh; A Nolan, E Lawless, M Walsh; S O’Hanlon, I McGlynn, J Cooney (0-1, 0-1f); L Leen, A Conaire (0-3); D […]
PODCAST: Over The Line EXTRA – EP18. This week on Over The Line Extra Ollie Turner and Sean Walsh chat to former Mayo GAA star John Casey about the Connacht football final and former Galway hurling manager Micheal Donoghue looks ahead to the Leinster final against Kilkenny. For more episodes click HERE. Follow us on Twitter HERE. […]
Today on the show Minister of State at the Department of Transport with special responsibility for International and Road Transport and Logistics, Hildegarde Naughton spoke about airport delays and will the issues be sorted; a Galway Talks listener highlights anti social behaviour in Galway City Centre; Dave O’Connell gave us the Connacht Tribune headlines and much more. […]
Today on the show Galway Talks Listener Liam O’Reilly highlights poor state of Galway City Centre; Hillary Neville-Gough spoke about the shortage of palliative care night nurses in Galway; US Based Tourism Operator Rachel Gaffney urges the powers that be to facilitate more direct flights into Shannon Airport for US tourists and much more.
All-Ireland senior champions Galway made it two wins from two in St. Brendan’s Park, Birr last Saturday (28th May). Sabina Rabbitte and Áine Keane got the goals for the Tribeswomen. Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane reports. Afterwards, Tommy caught up with Galway manager Cathal Murray. Earlier, that day, the intermediates also secured their second win […]
Galway and Kilkenny meet again this Saturday (4th June) in the Leinster Senior Hurling Final. The sides played out a one-point thriller in the round-robin phase with the Tribesmen prevailing by 1-24 to 3-17. Leading up to this weekend’s showdown, Galway Bay FM’s Sean Walsh caught up with selectors Damien Joyce and Kevin Lally. Throw-in […]
Today on the show HSE CEO Paul Reid spoke to Keith about his visit to Galway; Terry Small, friend of the late Durcan Forde and Josie Forde, daughter of Durcan Forde, came into studio to speak about the relaunch of Duncan’s book which he originally released in 2011; Galway’s Michelle Concannon was recently appointed as global […]
Salthill Devon came from behind on Sunday (29th May) to beat Ballinasloe Town 2-1 after extra-time in Eamonn Deacy Park. Galway Bay FM’s Mike Rafferty reports. Afterwards, Mike got the thoughts of Salthill Devon’s Breen Geraghty. Salthill Devon manager Victor Collins was next to speak to Mike. Finally, Mike chatted to Ballinasloe Town joint manager […]
Galway qualified for the Connacht minor football semi-final last Saturday following this eight-point victory over Sligo in Tuam Stadium. Colm Costello, Charlie Cox and Éanna Monaghan got the goals to get their first win in three games and set up a provincial decider against Mayo. Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports. Afterwards, Galway manager Alan […]
Today on the show, Fianna Fáil’s Transport Spokesperson Senator Timmy Dooley and Eoghan Corry spoke to Keith about the serious delays in Dublin Airport; Tuam councillor Donagh Killilea responds to the parking issues in Tuam that were flagged due to a lack of a traffic warden in the town; Dave McCarthy gave us financial advice and […]
London and Sligo will meet in Markievicz Park on Saturday (28th May) in the first round of the Tailteann Cup. The vice-captain for London is Maigh Culinn’s Eoin Walsh who represented Galway at underage. He’s been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly. Throw-in between London and Sligo in Markievicz Park on Saturday is 6pm.
Today on the show Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Fisheries, Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, Patrick Murphy CEO Irish South and West Fish Producers Organisation spoke to Keith about fishing communities taking their case to Europe for a fair share of the fish in Irish waters, Cllr. James Charity spoke to Keith about claims that Irish Water are wrongfully […]
WATCH: Molly Nightingale – European Championships – Galway Talks. 8 members of Renmore Gymnastics Club in Galway city have been selected to represent Ireland at the upcoming European Trampoline & Tumbling championships in Rimini Italy 1-5 June. One of those is 28 year old Molly Nightingale from Gort. Producer of Galway Talks Sally-Ann Barrett caught […]
On the show today, Consumers are being warned that the inflation rate is set to keep rising in the coming months. So what will the latest warnings mean for your pocket and is there anything you can do now to minimise the impact? Is there a case for a greenway from Athenry to Milltown? Deputies Eamon […]
Today on the show, principal of St. Jarlath’s College in Tuam John Kelly spoke with Keith about their transition to a co-education school, Marc Roberts, Dana and Brendan Murray spoke to Keith about the Eurovision and Marc’s 25th anniversary of representing Ireland, Independent councillor Tim Broderick and Councillor Andrew Reddington spoke to Keith about the […]
Today on the show, Chief Executive of CEIST Gerry McGuill and Fianna Fail councilor Colm Keaveney spoke to Keith about the announcement of the Tuam schools amalgamation, Dr. Mary Surlis spoke to Keith about the information session on alternative pathways to study at NUIG, Martin Curley spoke to Keith about the 2nd annual East Galway […]
It’s winner-takes-all this Friday (13th May) in the Connacht Minor Football Championship when Galway and Mayo put their unbeaten runs on the line. For the team that prevails, they’ll qualify for the Connacht Final and also a guaranteed spot in the All-Ireland quarter-finals. The loser won’t be out and could well join them. But they’ll […]
This week’s guest on ‘The Panel’ are Gerry Murphy, Diarmaid Blake, Cian O’Connell and George McDonagh. They chat about Galway’s win over Leitrim in the Connacht Football Championship, the Tailteann Cup, Galway United’s 4-0 success in Cobh Ramblers, Premier League news and all the talking points at local, national and international level. ‘Over The Line,’ […]
This week’s special guest on ‘Over The Line’ was GMIT (ATU) GAA Development Officer Damien Curley. Damien took up his position with the Galway College in 1997 after qualifying with a Sports and Recreation Management degree at Waterford RTC. He was a member of the Kiltormer team that won the All-Ireland club hurling title in […]
If you are planning a summer get away – have you made plans for your pooch? Pet owners hoping to holiday abroad this year are being warned that they may find it harder to get a boarding pass for their beloved dog or cat than for themselves, due to a shortage of kennel spaces. So, what’s […]
What’s happening at the coach station in Galway? Why is it empty? It leaves a very dangerous situation here with taxis, private cars, pedestrians, and kids all out on the road side while the coach station itself is practically empty. Oisin O’ Brien representing Galway Coach Station joined Keith this morning to discuss the issue. […]
00:00 In hurling, former Galway Coach Francis Forde, who is now part of Cheddar Plunkett’s coaching set up with Laois, looks forward to the clash with Galway this weekend. He also chats about the Leinster Championship to date, the difficulties faced by Laois, the success of the Laois minors and the structure of the Leinster […]
Today on the show we had Oisin O’Brien and Councilor John Connolly debate the current situation with the Galway Coach Station, Leo Haverty came on to speak about the shortage of kennel spaces on airplanes, John Crumlish and Paul Fahy came into studio to speak about the Galway International Arts Festival and much more.
Listen back to this morning’s Tech Byte feature with Lee, from Harvey Norman Ireland as he was chatting to Keith about internet boosters.
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Today on the show Keith spoke about the leak of the US Supreme Court’s opinion regarding abortion, he spoke with Derek McNamara about his trip to the border of Ukraine delivering supplies and much more.
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After two Galway Kilkenny clashes in 48 hours, Micheal Donoghue reviews the U20 loss to the Cats after extra time on Monday and the clash of Henry Shefflin’s Galway and Brian Cody’s Kilkenny in a highly charged meeting in Salthill last Sunday.
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In football, this week on Over the Line Extra, Ollie Turner chats to Kevin Dwyer about the Galway minor footballers, the weekend’s Feile competition and a look ahead to the Connacht Senior Football Championship Semi final between Galway and Leitrim in Pearse Stadium next Sunday.
For more episodes click HERE.
Galway were crowned Connacht Minor Ladies Football champions on Monday (2nd May) following this victory over Mayo at the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence in Bekan.
First half goals from Niamh Divilly and Marta Banek gave the Tribesgirls a buffer they protected over the hour.
Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly reports.
Afterwards, Darren caught up with Galway minor manager Daniel Moynihan
Finally, Darren chatted to the winning captain, Caoimhe Cleary from Barna.
Galway’s next outing is against the still to be determined Leinster champions in the All-Ireland semi-final. That takes place on Wednesday, 20th July.
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Scorers – Galway: Sarah Duffy 0-4 (three frees), Marta Banek 1-0, Niamh Divilly 1-0, Mairéad Glynn 0-1, Áine Shaughnessy 0-1, Molly Mulryan 0-1.
Scorers – Mayo: Sinéad Walsh 0-3 (all frees), Aoife Staunton 0-1, Saoirse Delaney 0-1, Ava Kelly 0-1, Laura Moran 0-1.
Galway: Leah O’Halloran; Maryanne Jordan, Jacqueline Glynn, Isabel Claffey; Maebh Walsh, Aoibhin Eilian, Eabha O’Riordan; Marta Banek, Mairéad Glynn; Caoimhe Cassidy (c), Áine Shaughnessy, Laura Scanlon; Niamh Divilly, Sarah Duffy, Molly Mulryan.
Subs used: Ciara Hegarty for Mulryan (41 mins), Emma Mitchell for O’Riordan (49 mins), Brenda Naughton for Claffey (56 mins).
Mayo: Ruth Gibbons, Ciara Durkan, Amy Dunleavy, Caitlin Henry; Sorcha McCarney, Jenna Mortimer, Sarah Mulroy; Alana Fitzpatrick, Ciara Nyland; Hannah Prendergast, Aoife Staunton, Niamh Mooney; Saoirse Delaney, Sinéad Walsh, Ava Kelly.
Subs used: Laura Moran for Prendergast (23 mins), Alannah Devereux for Staunton (41 mins), Ria Cafferky for Mooney (45 mins), Beth Hoban for Mulroy (51 mins).
Referee: John Niland (Sligo).
Connacht LGFA President Con Moynihan presents the trophy to Galway minor captain Caoimhe Cleary
Imagine sewerage coming onto to your property or up through the manholes on the street where your children are playing. Well that has been the reality for residents in one Galway village who are hoping a new Government scheme could be the answer to their dilemma. Craughwell will be one of the areas hoping to be included in a new 50 million euro scheme announced by the Housing Minister Daragh O’ Brien to target the waste-water collection and treatment needs of rural villages without access to public waste-water services.
But what has been happening in Craughwell so far?…..Sally-Ann Barrett has been finding out.
Psoriasis in the ear? Advice for Migraines? Advice on supplements for work-related Stress? Polly from Evergreen Healthfoods takes a look at these topics this week on Good Health Naturally. Polly also gives advice for someone who bruises easily. Listen back to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks.
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On the show today we heard from Catherine Corless on a major event taking place this morning at the Tuam Mother and Baby Home site.
Also residents and business owners in Craughwell told their story of how sewerage is spilling out onto public and private areas due to a lack of waste water treatment services.
Ahead of a major meeting on the issue tonight, we asked does Galway need a light rail system and what will the new fodder payment scheme mean for Galway farmers?
Galway’s minor footballers made it two wins from two in the Connacht Championship on Friday (29th April), effectively securing a provincial semi-final spot.
Goals from Jack Lonergan, Stephen Curley, Éanna Monaghan and Olan Kelly gave the Tribesmen a buffer ahead of next week’s (Friday, 13th May) showdown with joint leaders Mayo.
Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports
Afterwards, Galway manager Alan Glynn spoke to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
Galway’s next game is at home to Mayo on Friday, 13th May. Throw-in at Tuam Stadium is 7pm.
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Scorers – Galway: Éanna Monaghan 1-6 (four frees), Colm Costello (0-4, three frees), Jack Lonergan 1-0, Stephen Curley 1-0, Olan Kelly 1-0, Owen Morgan 0-2.
Scorers – Sligo: Ronan Niland 0-5 (four frees), Ryan Gillespie 0-1, Robert O’Kelly-Lynch 0-1, Dillon Walsh 0-1.
Galway: K Gilmore; A Colleran, R Flaherty, V Gill; M Mannion, C Trayers, R Coen; J Lonergan, S McGlinchey; S Dunne, E Monaghan, O Morgan; S Curley, C Costello, C Cox.
Subs used: P McNeela for Mannion (40 mins), O Kelly for Dunne (50 mins), C Molloy for McGlinchey (54 mins), L Carr for Curley (58 mins), C Dolan for Coen (60 mins).
Sligo: D Henry; R O’Hehir, O Conlon, D King; A O’Hara, T Ross, T Bailey; R Gillespie, R O’Kelly-Lynch; C Walsh, R Niland, C Carty; E Rooney, D Walsh, S O’Neill.
Subs used: C Flynn for O’Neill (HT), J Foley for Carty (46 mins), A Mullen for C Walsh (52 mins), R O’Callaghan for Bailey (60 mins).
Referee: S Corcoran (Mayo)
Today on the show Keith spoke with Minister Malcom Noonan on the Nursing Homes Investigations Bill, PJ Ryan on Galway Parkinson’s CD Launch and we had a live music performance from Ciaran Cannon and Aine Morgan and much more.
Galway travel south to face Treaty United at the Markets Field on Friday with kick-off at 7.45 pm. (Preview (c) Galway United Media) The Tribesmen will aim to make it three wins on the bounce in Limerick this week when they clash with a strong Treaty United team which includes a number of former Galway United players.
John Caulfield’s side remain in second place on the First Division table following a 2-0 victory over Bray Wanderers at Eamonn Deacy Park last Friday. Stephen Walsh continued his goalscoring streak when he opened the scoring in the first half before a David Hurley penalty secured all three points to keep United three points behind current leaders Cork City.
Treaty United go into the fixture in fifth position on the table, ten points behind the Tribesmen. Tommy Barrett’s outfit drew 0-0 with Longford Town at Bishopsgate in their last outing.
Galway United manager John Caulfield has been chatting to Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
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Kick-off at Markets Field on Friday (29th April) is 7.45pm.
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Galway United 2022 Squad
Conor Kearns, Matthew Connor, Conor Brann, Conor O’Keeffe, Stephen Walsh, Charlie Lyons, Killian Brouder, Diego Portilla, Dean O’Shea, Evan O’Connor, Oisin O’Reilly, Alex Murphy, Ronan Bambara, Max Hemmings, Gary Boylan, Mikie Rowe, David Hurley, Conor McCormack, Caoilfhionn O’Dea, Edward McCarthy, Manu Dimas, Shane Doherty, Jordan Adeyemo, Ronan Manning, Wilson Waweru, Francely Lomboto.
Treaty United V Galway United
29/04/2022
Markets Field
Referee: Kevin O’Sullivan
Assistants: Darren Corcoran & Jonathan Hennessy
Fourth Official: Mark Houlihan
2022 Goalscorers
Stephen Walsh – 5
Wilson Waweru – 2
Manu Dimas – 2
David Hurley – 1
Jordan Adeyemo – 1
Shane Doherty – 1
Edward McCarthy – 1
Killian Brouder – 1
Last Meeting (First Division)
14 Mar 22 | Galway United 2-1 Treaty United
The game will also be live-streamed on LOITV.
Galway’s minor footballers made an emphatic start to their championship campaign last night with a 3-19 to 1-12 win over Roscommon.
Alan Glynn’s team led throughout with goals coming from Owen Morgan, man of the match Éanna Monaghan and Stephen Curley.
Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports.
Afterwards, Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly caught up with the Galway manager Alan Glynn.
Elsewhere, Mayo beat Leitrim 2-16 to 0-6.
Galway are back in action next Friday away to defending champions Sligo in Markievicz Park at 7pm.
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Scorers – Galway: Éanna Monaghan 1-5, Colm Costello 0-7 (three frees), Stephen Curley 1-1, Owen Morgan 1-0, Seán Dunne 0-2, Charlie Cox 0-2, Kyle Gilmore 0-1 (’45), Cillian Trayers 0-1.
Scorers – Roscommon: Robert Heneghan 1-2 (two frees), Rory Carthy 0-4 (three frees), Ryan Dowling 0-2, Ronan McDermott 0-1, Eoghan Murray 0-1, Brian Greene 0-1, John Curran 0-1.
Galway: Kyle Gilmore; Adam Colleran, Ryan Flaherty, Vinny Gill; Mark Mannion, Cillian Trayers, Ross Coen; Jack Lonergan, Shay McGlinchey; Seán Dunne, Éanna Monaghan, Owen Morgan; Stephen Curley, Colm Costello, Charlie Cox.
Subs used: Padraic McNeela for Dunne (53 mins), Luke Carr for Morgan (55 mins), Olan Kelly for Mannion (57 mins), Fionn O’Connor for Cox (59 mins), Eoin Geraghty for Gill (59 mins).
Galway United continued maintaining pressure at the top of the SSE Airtricity League last night (Friday, 22nd April) with a 2-0 win over Bray Wanderers.
Stephen Walsh and a David Hurley penalty were the difference for John Caulfield’s men in Eamonn Deacy Park.
The result leaves Galway in second place, three behind Cork City with a game in hand, and six clear of third placed Longford Town.
Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins reports.
Afterwards, Jonathan got the thoughts of Galway United midfielder Conor McCormack.
Jonathan also spoke to Galway United manager John Caulfield.
Galway United’s next game is away to Treaty United. That’s on Friday, 29th April at 7.45pm.
Racing in Ireland today is in Navan and Limerick.
And there are six meetings cross-channel.
To preview all the action, here’s Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh.
Connacht are in United Rugby Championship action in South Africa today (Saturday, 23rd April).
Andy Friend’s side are in Johannesburg to face the Emirates Lions.
Earlier in the week, Galway Bay FM’s William Davies caught up with centre Shayne Bolton and Head coach Andy Friend and you can hear those interview by clicking HERE.
After the team was announced, William also spoke to Connacht senior coach Pete Wilkins.
Kick-off at Emirates Airlines Park today (Saturday) is 3.05pm and we’ll have live coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
On today’s show:
Tommy Devane and PJ Molloy talk about a difficult few days as Athenry’s Kate Moran makes her final journey;
Barry Kenny and David Conway are with us as a Galway Bus Driver highlights an increase in violent incidents;
Grace Kennedy and Kate Dwyer tells us about a fundraiser to help give more Ukrainians safe passage to Ireland;
We have Ciarán Lynch and Michéal Geraghty in studio about the West Be Well Launch;
All this and more.
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
The Minister overseeing the housing of Ukrainian refugees says the use or more large grouped accommodation is likely. More than half of the accommodation pledged by Irish people through the Red Cross hasn’t materialised and it’s anticipated there will be a shortage by the end of next week.
Minister Roderic O’Gorman says 4000 extra beds will become available on 3rd level campuses from the end of May, but it still won’t meet demand. Here in Galway, huge efforts are underway to provide emergency accommodation and one of the communities which has rallied is Oranmore.
Sally-Ann Barrett talked to Julia from Kherson, Victoria from Kharkiv and Butros from Donetsk.
Thousands of people turned out in Athenry last night for a candle light vigil for Kate Moran.
The 20 year old, from Monivea, died at UHG on Tuesday morning after being injured during a match between Athenry and Ardrahan on Monday.
Her teammates, neighbours and members of the Galway camogie community near and far gathered to remember Kate at last night’s event at Kenny Park.
For Galway Talks, Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane was there:
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Today, Electric Ireland has announced a five-year extension to its sponsorship of the Electric Ireland GAA Minor Championships. Having sponsored the GAA Minor Championships since 2012, Electric Ireland has supported the development of future inter-county stars across the country and will now continue its support of these historic competitions until 2027.
Electric Ireland will also continue its sponsorship of the Electric Ireland Higher Education GAA Leagues and Championships for an additional five years, having been title sponsor of the competitions since 2017. Each year, over 7,000 students take part in the Electric Ireland GAA Higher Education Leagues and Championships and culminate with the prestigious Electric Ireland Sigerson and Fitzgibbon Cup Finals.
As part of today’s launch, Electric Ireland is also announcing that it will become the title sponsor of the Celtic Challenge, a developmental hurling competition which features 39 teams from 29 counties, for the next five years, becoming the Electric Ireland Celtic Challenge.
1994 All-Ireland minor hurling winners Alan Kerins and Gordon Glynn chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly
This year, to celebrate its 11th year sponsoring the Minor Championships, Electric Ireland will be highlighting the ‘Minor Moments’ which last a lifetime over the course of the 2022 Electric Ireland GAA Minor Championship season.
Electric Ireland understands the positive impact partaking in the Electric Ireland GAA Minor Championships has long after the championship ends. In recognition of this fact, Electric Ireland has teamed up with former Galway Minor dual player, Alan Kerins and former Armagh Minor footballer, Steven McDonnell, whose involvement in the GAA Minor Championships saw them go on to excel at senior level and in their careers off the field of play.
Over the course of this year’s Electric Ireland GAA Minor Championship season, Electric Ireland will be airing a new online content series called ‘Electric Ireland: Minor Moments Relived’. The video series will feature four former Minor players as well as past Minor teammates, taking a trip down memory lane, looking back at the ‘Minor Moments’ from their Minor playing days which had a profound impact on their lives as they moved into adulthood.
In addition to the ‘Minor Moments Relived’ content series, Electric Ireland will highlight the ‘Minor Moments of the Week’ during this year’s championship. Electric Ireland will identify five moments from the previous week’s Minor action with the winning moment to be announced weekly on the Electric Ireland Twitter page (@electricireland). Following the conclusion of the Minor season, Electric Ireland will celebrate the huge achievements by individuals on the pitch by announcing the recipients of the Electric Ireland GAA Minor Star Awards.
Uachtarán CLG Larry McCarthy said: “The GAA is delighted to see Electric Ireland’s continued support of the Minor Championship as it announces a renewal of our partnership for a further five years. Furthermore, I am thrilled by Electric Ireland’s commitment to up and coming GAA talent through the renewal of its sponsorship of the Higher Education GAA Leagues and Championships and its new title sponsorship of the Celtic Challenge. With their support, the Electric Ireland Minor Championship has produced some exceptional moments and memories and now, we look forward to watching as Electric Ireland spotlight the integral moments that make up these young player’s Minor careers through the Minor Moments Relived series.”
Sarah Sharkey, Brand, PR and Sponsorship Manager at Electric Ireland stated: “We, at Electric Ireland are very excited for the new season of the Electric Ireland GAA Minor Championships as Electric Ireland enters the 11th year of its partnership with the GAA. This season Electric Ireland will celebrate the ‘Minor Moments’ which the players and those closest to them will remember long after they have finished playing. Electric Ireland is also delighted to announce that Electric Ireland will be the title sponsor of the Minor Championships, the Higher Education GAA Leagues and Championships and Celtic Challenge for the next five years.
Speaking at the launch, former Galway dual player, Alan Kerins commented “I am thrilled to be an ambassador for this year’s Electric Ireland GAA Minor Championships. It was an honour to represent Galway at both hurling and football at Minor level and I was lucky enough to win a Minor Championship medal in 1994. There is no doubt that my Minor career helped me develop in terms of leadership and resilience. It was a huge honour at the time and one that instilled seeds of belief that stood to me not just in my transition to a Senior player, but into adulthood as well.”
Former Armagh Minor footballer, Steven McDonnell added “My first experience of representing Armagh was in the Electric Ireland GAA Minor Championships and since then, the Minor Championships have held a special place in my heart. One of the best moments of my GAA career was finding out that I had made the Minor panel and it is something that I have cherished ever since. Both the confidence and values instilled in me from representing Armagh at minor level, fuelled my ambition not just for my playing career, but also away from the playing field.”
You can follow the campaign on social media @ElectricIreland and via the hashtag #GAAThisIsMajor.
On the show today, we had a special report from Galway Bay FM’s Tommy Devane and Dylan Connolly from last night’s vigil for Kate Moran in Athenry.
As the Justice Minister announced that stalking is to become a standalone criminal offence under Irish law, a woman who was stalked in Galway gave us her reaction.
Sally-Ann Barrett reported on how Oranmore is responding to the Ukrainian refugee crisis. We heard the stories of a number of those who are availing of temporary accommodation there, including a young man who has a dream to become a professional footballer and it turned out that maybe Galway United can help.
Boswellia or glucosamine for joints, what is liquid chlorophyll used for? Polly from Evergreen Healthfoods takes a look at these topics this week on Good Health Naturally. Polly also looks at Covid recovery with Quercetin, shampoo for dandruff and Polly has some advice for those worried about cataracts. Listen back to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks.
Good Health Naturally Apr 19th 2022
On today’s show:
Breeda Murphy from Tuam Mother and Baby Alliance talks about a message from Minister Roderic O’Gorman;
Dermot Mahon tells us about social housing waiting lists halving in five years;
Mayor Colette Connolly announces the Mayoral Awards, and NUIG President Ciarán Ó hÓgartaigh has details on the college’s Honorary and Winter Conferring Ceremonies;
Gerry Rabbitte has news on €80,000 worth of medical in aid in Oranmore.
Pat Falvey and Maura Joyce on ‘Climb with Charlie’ and much more.
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9.30am on Galway Bay FM.
Connacht will welcome Ireland internationals Mack Hansen and Finlay Bealham back to their side for Saturday’s URC game way to Benetton (2nd April).
Both were rested for last week’s defeat to Leinster.
Bundee Aki won’t return until the Heineken Champions Cup games with Leinster.
But prop Denis Buckley will miss this weekend’s trip to Italy with a calf injury.
Galway Bay FM’s William Davies has been chatting to Connacht prop Matthew Burke.
William also got the thoughts of Connacht Head coach Andy Friend.
Kick-off at the Stadio Comunale di Monigo on Saturday is 12pm.
On today’s show:
Grace Kennedy from Galway talks to Keith about how she’s helping families from Ukraine find homes in Ireland and how urgent assistance is required;
Breandan O’Scanaill tells us about his plans to walk from Clifden to Santiago;
United Airlines are introducing flights from Shannon Airport to New York and Martina Coogan tells us more;
Musician Jamie Harrison is contributing a valuable guitar as fundraiser for Ukraine;
All this and more.
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
This week on Over The Line Extra, broadcasting legend Jim Carney looks back on the National Football League final of 1981 when Galway beat Roscommon ahead of the same sides meeting this Sunday in Croke Park. Jim recalls the extraordinary prelude to that league win 41 years when Galway football was in turmoil in late 1980 with a players strike and a change of manager. (0:00 – 22:10)
In hurling former Galway Captain and President of the GPA David Collins joins Sean Walsh and backs the players on the travel expenses row with the GAA, discusses the demands on inter county players, the void when they retire and looks at the new Galway Senior hurling championship structure. (22:10 – 44:33)
- Jim Carney
- David Collins
This week’s guests on ‘The Panel,’ chatting about all the hot topics in Galway sport, are Gerry Murphy, Eddie Hoare, Cian O’Connell and George McDonagh.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.
Galway United manager John Caulfield was this week’s special guest.
We chatted about the positive start to the season and the hopes for the coming months and all that is happening behind the scenes at Eamonn Deacy Park.
‘Over The Line,’ sponsored by OxyGeneration, broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm.
The Galway senior footballers suffered their first defeat of 2022 in Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday (27th March) as an experimental side went down to Roscommon.
Johnny Heaney scored Galway’s goal while midfielder Niall Daly contributed five points.
Both sides are promoted and will meet in the Division 2 Final on Sunday, 3rd April.
Galway Bay FM’s Kevin Dwyer reports.
Afterwards, Galway Bay FM’s Jonathan Higgins and assembled media got the thoughts of Galway manager Padraic Joyce.
Jonathan and assembled media also spoke to the Roscommon boss Anthony Cunningham.
The Allianz Football League Division 2 Final throws in at Croke Park on Sunday at 1.45pm.
On today’s show:
Eoghan Corry discusses travel in general and the delays and issues at Dublin Airport;
Ciaran Cannon and Karla Quinn join us to talk about ‘Climb with Charlie’;
Ronan Lyons updates us on rising house prices in Galway;
Galway hurling legends Joe Connolly and Noel Lane are in studio to talk about Baireoirí na Gaillimhe;
All this and more.
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
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On today’s show:
Tadgh Daly on concerns of Covid outbreaks in nursing homes
Adrian Cummins on major staff shortages in the hospitality industry
Rosemary Simmons speaks about Daffodil Day
Adrian Leddy joins Keith on the Ukrainian refugees in Donamon Castle
Seamus Garvey pays tribute to the late Sean Stankard of Cappataggle GAA
And much, much more…
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
Galway Tenors Frank Naughton and Sean Costello, who perform together as Duo Voce, joined Molly and Ollie in studio this morning for a bit of St Patrick’s Week fun and madness. The two lads are performing their amazing Tribute Concert to the Great Irish Tenors over two nights, April 29th and 30th in the Town Hall Theatre (Tickets available on tht.ie) and they were in flying form…!
Rachael Blackmore has described Honeysuckle as a ‘once in a lifetime’ horse.
Together they claimed back-to-back Cheltenham Champion Hurdles.
For a full rundown on Day 1, here’s Galway Bay FM’s George McDonagh.
Winners
1.30 – Constitution Hill 9/4jf
2.10 – Edwardstone 5/2f
2.50 – Corach Rambler 10/1
3.30 – Honeysuckle 8/11f
4.10 – Marie’s Rock 18/1
4.50 – Brazil 10/1
5.30 – Stattler 2/1
A late try denied Colaiste Iognaid The Jes a Galway triple at the Sportsground on Tuesday (15th March) as Sligo Grammar were crowned Connacht Schools Senior A Cup Champions.
Galway Bay FM’s William Davies reports
Afterwards, William caught up with The Jes coach James Heaslip.
Galway Bay FM provided full online streaming coverage of the game with our match commentary team of William Davies and Niall Shiel
First half
Second half
The tale of 4 Ukrainian Families and a Galway Castle. Imagine deciding to travel to Poland, hire a car, gather together 4 Ukrainian families, get them on flights to Dublin and bring them to live in a restored 15th century Norman castle on the outskirts of Galway city. Well that is exactly what has happened this week as 5 adults and 4 children from Ukraine have found themselves becoming the new residents of Ballindooley Castle in Castlegar, just out the Headford road.
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This week on Over the Line Extra, Ollie Turner talks to former Galway football star Michael Meehan about his playing career with St Jarlaths, NUIG, Caltra and Galway. They also discuss the current row between the GAA and GPA and look ahead to an exciting few weeks ahead for the Galway senior football team. (0:00 – 19:06)
Sean Walsh, Cyril Donnellan and Bosco Hurney of Colaiste Baile Chlair look forward to the All Ireland PPS Senior B Hurling Final against St Francis College Rochestown Cork. They talk about the impact of reaching the Final, their growing school, the difficulties of promoting Hurling in schools and much more. (19:06 – 39:55)
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Colaiste Einde won the Connacht Schools Senior B Final with literally the last kick of the game.
Bryan Casburn’s winning penalty gave the Salthill school a 23-20 win over St. Paul’s Oughterard.
Ben Magee’s first half try gave Colaiste Einde a 10-3 lead but Eoghan Fahey went over to level on 53 minutes.
Colaiste Einde went back ahead through Bryan Walsh’s try but Brian McHugo looked to force a replay before Brian Casburn’s winner.
Colaiste Einde: (Tries – Ben Magee, Bryan Walsh; Penalties – Evan Jenkins (2), Brian Casburn; Conversions: Evan Jenkins (2).
St. Paul’s Oughterard: (Tries – Eoghan Fahey, Brian McHugo; Penalties – Ryan Roche (2); Conversions – Ryan Roche (2).
Galway Bay FM’s commentary team were William Davies and Linley McKensie.
First Half
Second Half
Afterwards, William caught up with Colaiste Einde captain Eoin Harlowe and coach Brian Casburn.
Presentation College Headford are the Connacht Schools Senior C Cup Champions.
They beat Sancta Maria Colleg Louisburgh 19-0 in the first of Tuesday’s (15th March) games in the Sportsground.
Their three tries came from Ryan Smith, Ross Gibbons and John McCarthy.
Galway Bay FM’s William Davies reports
The Senior A and B Finals are available live on our website galwaybayfm.ie
Schools Senior Cup C Final.
Pres Headford VS Sancta Maria
FT 19 -0
Congrats to Pres Headford! #GrassrootstoGreenshirts pic.twitter.com/LW0GA502nO
— Connacht Rugby (@connachtrugby) March 15, 2022
Councillor Shane Curley discusses serious concerns over the drug situation in Loughrea; starts at 1:40 mins.
The Connacht PPS Senior A Football Final between St. Jarlath’s College, Tuam and St. Colman’s Claremorris has been fixed for this Saturday (12th February) in Tuam Stadium at 1pm.
St. Jarlath’s are chasing a 49th title overall but their first since 2012. Their Mayo opponents have seven Aonghus Murphy Memorial Cups to their name, and are seeking a third in five years.
Leading into the game, St. Jarlath’s co-manager Andrew Carney (along with Niall Coyne and Micheal Keane) has been speaking to Galway Bay FM’s Ollie Turner.
Throw-in at Tuam Stadium on Saturday is 1pm and we’ll have live coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
30 years ago this week, Jarlaths and Colmans met in Tuam Stadium in a famous Connacht Colleges Senior A Championship meeting that featured some familiar names!
Galway United’s preparations for the new season continue this Friday Night (11th February) when they welcome Bohemians to Eamon Deacy Park.
Kickoff is at 7.45 and tickets are now available.
Manager John Caulfield has been speaking to Galway Bay FM’s John Mulligan.
John Caulfield’s charges will begin the Airtricity League First Division on Friday the 25th of February away to Cork City at Turners Cross.
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Galway United welcome Premier Division side Bohemian FC to Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday with kick-off at 7.45pm.
The Tribesmen go into their second last pre-season fixture against Keith Long’s Bohemians outfit on Friday evening. Tickets for the game can be purchased HERE. (Season ticket holders and childer under-12 accompanied by an adult get into the game for FREE)
United have come up against all Premier Division clubs so far in pre-season and this week will be no different as they host the 2021 FAI Cup runners-up at Terryland. One more friendly fixture remains for the Tribesmen following Friday’s game (Charity match against Corrib Celtic in Annaghdown on February 20th) before their First Division campaign begins away to Cork City on February 25th.
United manager John Caulfield is looking forward to yet another Premier Division test in pre-season.
“It is a good opportunity for supporters to see the squad against another Premier Division side before the season starts at the end of the month,” Caulfield told the club’s media team.
The brand new 2022 O’Neills home jersey has been released this week. The jersey can be pre-ordered HERE.
On today’s show:
Councillor Shane Curley discusses serious concerns over the drug situation in Loughrea;
We are joined by Green Party Leader Eamonn Ryan and Labour Leader Alan Kelly;
Jack Nolan talks about the Organic Farming Scheme;
Anne Mitchell tells us about the men who walked to Dublin in 1966;
We’ve Finance with Dave McCarthy, Tribune Headlines with Dave O’Connell, Gardening with Anne McKeown and much more.
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday from 9am on Galway Bay FM.
On our Tech Byte feature this week Lee Burgess from Harvey Norman Ireland chats with Keith Finnegan about crafting machines, perfect to help you make your DIY crafting, designing and making projects beautiful, fun, and easy- Perfect to impress your Valentine.
Listen back here to Tech Byte in association with Harvey Norman Ireland your Technology Specialists.
Cricut Machine – Feb 10th 2022
On the show today:
The Ring Road debates continue and Michael Maloney is with us about a permanent stable yard not being included in the judicial review;
Jenny De Saulles, the Director of Sector Development at Fáilte Ireland, joins us;
Carmel Kilcoyne looks at the cost of littering in Galway;
We’ve three climbers from ‘Mind Over Mountains’ telling us about climbing Kilimanjaro;
There’s JobSpot with Patricia Hynes, Motoring with Gerry Murphy and much more.
‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan’ broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am.
Galway Ladies Football won’t be rushing their search for a new manager ahead of the start of the National League this Saturday (12th February).
Coaches Manus Breathnach, Fiona Wynne and Declan Beirne have been overseeing training since Gerry Fahy’s departure.
The Tribeswomen meet Donegal in their first game of the 2022 season without their players from recently crowned All-Ireland champions Kilkerrin/Clonberne.
At the launch for the Lidl Ladies National Football League this week, Kilkerrin/Clonberne’s Nicola Ward chatted to Galway Bay FM’s Darren Kelly.
Throw-in at Ballybofey on Saturday is 7.30pm.
Polly from Evergreen Healthfoods has advice for someone who gets really cold hands or Raynaud’s Syndrome, she offers advice on sinusitis and talks about Lysine for cold sores. Polly also tackles keeping the office environment clear of Covid and gives suggestion for those who get bad migraines if they lie in on a day off.
Listen back to Good Health Naturally with Evergreen Healthfoods on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan.
Feb 22nd 2022
The Croke Park dictat that all Club championships should have just 16 teams is causing intense debate. In Galway there are 24 clubs in the Senior Hurling Championship (Senior A & Senior B) and 16 in Intermediate. A number of East Galway clubs are opposed to the restructuring and Damien Howe (Meelick Eyrecourt), Francis Keane (Mullagh) and Johnny Kelly (Portumna) joined us on OTL Extra to give their views. Also, on Over the Line Extra this week, Ollie Turner chats to All Star footballer Kieran Fitzgerald about his upcoming appearance on Thursday night’s latest instalment of Laochra Gael on TG4, his playing career with Corofin and Galway and his new role as a coach with Garrymore.
This week’s guests on Over The Line’s ‘The Panel’ were Gerry Murphy, Sean Walsh, Diarmuid Blake & George McDonagh.
They chat about Galway’s weekend GAA victories, goalkeepers, refereeing decisions, 3rd Level competitions and much more.
Galway Bay FM’s ‘Over The Line’ broadcasts every Monday from 8pm.