Podcasts about Athenry

Cathal Moore, Principal of Presentation College in Athenry, discusses his school's involvement in a new schools entrance pilot.

In this event, Alan Matthews, Professor Emeritus of European Agricultural Policy at Trinity College Dublin, presents the key themes from his upcoming paper Designing Agricultural Climate Policy in Ireland - From 2030 to Net Zero. The paper, which is the third in the IIEA's Pathways project, examines the strategic and institutional challenges involved in defining appropriate long-term targets for agricultural emissions in Ireland, and explores the ambiguities and trade-offs in setting 2040 and 2050 targets. It makes the case for exploring the introduction of an agricultural emissions trading scheme to incentivise further progress towards reducing net emissions, and how this could be designed to minimise the impact on farm income while encouraging the necessary structural changes in our food and agricultural system. Prof. Matthews' presentation is followed by a discussion with an expert panel. Panel bios: Alan Matthews is Professor Emeritus of European Agricultural Policy at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, and a former President of the European Association of Agricultural Economists. He is also a former member of the Irish Climate Change Advisory Council. His research interests include the EU's Common Agricultural Policy, the relationships between trade and food security, and WTO trade norms and disciplines. Niamh Garvey joined the National Economic and Social Council (NESC) as Senior Policy Analyst in March 2021, where she works on sustainable development and climate action. Prior to this, she was Head of Policy and Advocacy at Trócaire, an Irish international development organisation operating in 17 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. In this role, she led a team of advisors focused on climate change, sustainable agriculture, business and human rights, and international finance. Niamh has also held research and advocacy positions with Christian Aid and the Institute of Development Studies and has served as a Board Director for several NGOs, including Debt and Development Coalition Ireland, Friends of the Earth Ireland, and Fairtrade Mark Ireland. She is a graduate of Durham University and the Institute of Development Studies at the University of Sussex. Kevin Hanrahan is Head of Rural Economy and Development Programme at Teagasc. He leads the Rural Economy and Development Programme at Teagasc, based at the Rural Economy & Development Centre in Athenry, Co. Galway. His research focuses on the economic analysis of agricultural markets, including both input and output sectors, with a particular emphasis on agricultural land and factor markets. His research interests are in partial equilibrium modelling of Irish and European agriculture, the economics of climate change as it relates to agriculture, and the microeconomic impacts of agricultural policy reform. Dr Hanrahan also studies the effects of trade policy changes on Irish and EU agriculture and is a noted expert in the economics of Irish beef production.

Skehana-Mountbellew-Moylough are the JFW Renewables Division 3 Hurling League champions following this one-point victory over Kinvara in Kenny Park, Athenry on Friday (27th June 2025). The victors overcame a poor start, going four points down before Oisín Lohan's goal gave the north Galway team a 1-10 to 0-10 interval lead.  Kinvara came back after the restart with Darragh Helebert, who finished with 1-10, forcing parity.  But Ger Flahive's ninth point of the evening proved to be the winner. Afterwards, Skehana-Mountbellew-Moylough manager Dessie O'Brien caught up with Galway Bay FM's Tommy Devane. == Turloughmore take on Cappataggle in the JFW Renewables Division 1 Hurling League  Final on Saturday (28th June 2025) at 6.15pm in Duggan Park and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM. Beforehand, there will be updates from the Division 2 decider between Killimorday and Ballygar from 4.30pm.

This week, Adam talks about mega finishers in the cattle trade while Darren gives the lowdown on Athenry Sheep Festival 2025 and Aidan chats about what to expect at Moorepark 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SOCCER: Athenry manager Mike Noone with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of their FAI women's under-17 Cup Final against Kikenny's Callan United

Sheep 2025 – the largest dedicated sheep-focused open day on the island of Ireland – takes place on Saturday, 21st June, from 10am to 5pm at the Teagasc Mellows Campus in Athenry, Co. Galway.For this week's OviCast, Teagasc's Michael Gottstein and Margaret O'Donovan preview this free event for us. Michael acknowledges the vital contributions of industry partners and sponsors who help make the event possible and he also walks us through the extensive range of technical information that will be available on the day. Michael highlights the breed competitions and shares some of the other key attractions attendees can look forward to.Margaret provides insights into the trade stands that will be present and discusses additional features of the day – from butchery and cookery demonstrations to sheep shearing and dog training demos. Tune in for a full preview of what's on offer at Sheep 2025 – a must-attend event for anyone involved in or interested in sheep farming.For more info: https://www.teagasc.ie/news--events/national-events/events/sheep-2025.php For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

There are an estimated 600 million people with diabetes worldwide. As we eat more and live longer that number will doubtless grow. It means glucose levels need to be measured regularly and at scale. Dexcom is one of the biggest device makers in the world and they announced a huge investment in a greenfield site in Athenry which is set to open next year. Dexcom is also a sponsor of one of Ireland's newest golfing talents Alan Nolan who himself is a diabetic.Joining Joe this morning was Adrian Furey, is VP Global Supply Chain with Dexcom.

Galway senior camogie manager Cathal Murray has made one change for their second fixture in the 2025 Glen Dimplex All-Ireland championship away to Derry on Saturday (31st May 2025). Athenry's Sabina Rabbitte comes into the team replacing the injured Áine Keane. Before the team was announced, Galway Bay FM's camogie analyst Imelda Hobbins looked ahead to the contest on 'Over The Line' with Darren Kelly.

Galway have made two changes from their league final defeat for Saturday's Glen Dimplex All-Ireland championship opener against Dublin (24th May 2025). Portumna's Alannah Kelly comes into the defence, while Shamrocks' Ally Hesnan is named in midfield. Leading up to the game, and before the monumental Special Congress that saw 98% of delegates vote to allow shorts or skorts to be worn in competitive action, Galway manager Cathal Murray spoke to Galway Bay FM's Tommy Devane. ==   This is an intriguing affair as Dublin have consistently pushed Galway to the wire in recent seasons. There was six points between them in Kilbeacanty last March but after starting with a draw against Tipperary, the Dubs failed to secure another positive result and were relegated from Division 1A of the League. Galway beat Cork in the final group game to book their place in the decider but never showed up, with the Rebels exacting swift and severe retribution with the silverware on the line. The lack of provincial games for the westerners has often led to a slow championship start for the Tribeswomen so Dublin will look to rattle them early but last year's All-Ireland finalists will be favoured to prevail. Throw-in at Kenny Park, Athenry on Saturday is 4pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

9am-10am Department to announce proposals to curb spread of bovine tuberculosis  Bearna families launch fundraising campaign and renew protests over dangerous road conditions for primary school children  Special congress called to vote on Camogie skorts issue  Cathaoirleach Martina Kinane's Charity Ball to be held in Athenry next month  == 'Galway Talks with John Morley' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.

On Hurling Chat this week, Conor Hayes and Tony Og Regan join Niall and Sean to discuss: Galway v Wexford on Saturday, and what a big game it is. Are Limerick coming right? Galway Minors win in Athenry, while the U20s now play Dublin in their Leinster semi-final. And much more. 

Tara from Galway SPCA rescued a cat trapped for six weeks in the wall of Dealz in Athenry

Send us a textIn this episode Will catches up with the Athenry golf club Mens Junior Cup team who were victorious in winning the all Ireland final in 2024. On the episode are Eamonn Morrissey (Manager), Ciaran Coughlan and Brendan Dunne who both played the season long event. With the finals being held in Athlone in September of last year the lads take Will on a journey through Connaught and to the final match against Abbeyleix. This is a great journey told by three gentlemen who really enjoyed reliving the moments along the way. Worth a listen. Follow us on instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @atocpod

Both Galway United teams are in action this weekend (12th/13th April 2205) while Salthill Devon play their long awaited FAI Junior Cup quarter-final against Castlebar Celtic. The Michael Byrne Cup semi-finals take place on Saturday while there are two games in the Galway FA Premier League. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty. == Selected Fixtures: • (Saturday 2pm) – Galway Hibs vs Athenry, Moyne Villa vs Mervue United (Michael Byrne Cup SF) • (Saturday 2pm) – Loughrea vs Renmore, University of Galway vs Maree/Oranmore (Premier League) • (Saturday 5pm Eamonn Deacy Park) – Galway United vs Wexford (Women's Premier) • (Saturday 7.45pm Showgrounds) – Sligo Rovers vs Galway United (Men's Premier) • (Sunday 2pm Celtic Park Castlebar) – Castlebar Celtic vs Salthill Devon (FAI Junior Cup QF) • (Tuesday 7pm Mervue) – Mervue United vs Athenry (U18 Jimmy Sullivan Premier and Champ Cup SF) • (Wednesday 7pm Athenry) – Athenry vs Westport United (FAI Women's U17 Cup Round 3) • (Thursday 6.30pm Cappagh Park) – Knocknacarra vs Maree/Oranmore (U18 Jimmy Sullivan Premier and Champ Cup SF)

Both Galway United men and women are in action this weekend. (28th/29th/30th March 2025). There are also Connacht Cup action, Premier Division games, and Mervue United compete in the FAI Youth Boys Cup Semi-Final. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty. == Selected Fixtures • (Friday, 7.45pm) – Bohemians vs Galway United (Men's Premier) • (Saturday 2pm Mervue) – Mervue United vs Killarney Celtic (FAI Youth Boys Semi-Final) • (Saturday 2.30pm) - University of Galway vs Athenry, Colga vs Salthill Devon (3pm) – Galway FA Men's Premier) • (Saturday 5pm Eamonn Deacy Park) – Galway United vs Shamrock Rovers (Women's Premier) • (Sunday 2pm Loughrea) – Loughrea Rams vs Mervue United (Women's Connacht Cup QF) • (Sunday 2pm) – Boyle Celtic vs Mervue United, Moyne Villa vs Manulla, Renmore vs Castlebar Celtic (Connacht FA Junior Cup QFs) • (Tuesday 7.30pm Athenry) – Athenry vs Mervue United (GFA Women's Premier Cup) • (Thursday 7.30pm Mervue) – Mervue United vs Renmore (Galway FA Men's Premier)

On today's show:  9am-10am  TD slams failure to reinstate Athenry psychology position as ‘scandalous' Fianna Fáil selects former councillor Michael Regan for co-option to council seat left vacant by Shane Curley House prices in Galway City rise 13% higher in first 3 months of 2025

Presentation Secondary School, Kilkenny 2-0 Presentation College, Athenry Roisin Foley (50), Emily Phelan (67)                                     Two second half goals ensured Cup success for Presentation Secondary School, Kilkenny over defending Champions Presentation College, Athenry in a sun-soaked Athlone Town AFC this afternoon (March 19). It's been some season for the Kilkenny kingpins as this victory confirmed a Cup double for the girls with their Senior crew capturing the National title five weeks ago in the same venue with six of the Junior squad involved in that showpiece. It was a case of taking their chances when they came with a sublime effort from Roisin FOLEY to open her account for Kilkenny with twenty minutes of the game remaining.  Vice Captain Emily PHELAN made sure of the win three minutes from time when she saw her effort go in off the keeper. Kilkenny made the brighter start to the contest with Hannah Griffey forcing a brilliant save from Jane Brennan with 13 minutes on the clock. Towards the latter stages of the first half, it was Athenry that dominated most of the possession but just couldn't get the ball on target as the teams went in goalless at the break. Within four minutes, Kilkenny broke the deadlock with a superb set piece from Roisin FOLEY that sailed over the head of Brennan and into the top corner, leaving the Galway shot-stopper no chance. The Galway side had a great opportunity to draw level a few moments later when Niamh Kilgannon had a glancing header goal bound only for Isabelle Carroll to produce a top class save at the near post to deny the youngster. Noone, Duffy and McNamara had half chances blocked down with some solid defensive play from Presentation, Kilkenny. The killer blow for Athenry came three minutes from time when Emily PHELAN'S cross slipped through the hands of Brennan and in for Kilkenny's second of the afternoon. After the game, Presentation College manager Joe Finnerty spoke to Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty. == PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOOL, KILKENNY | Isabelle Carroll, Anna Morrissey, Roisin Foley, Hannah Griffey, Maria Ryan, Ellie Barron, Kate Ryan, Olivia Dunphy ©, Emily Phelan ©, Meadhbh Doherty, Ellen Treacy SUBS USED | Kate Dalton for Treacy (46) Amy O'Shea for Barron (46). Chloe Tennyson for K Ryan (70) Sophie McCabe for Morrissey (70+3), Ella Cody for Foley (70+3) SUBS NOT USED | Emily Doyle, Tara Rose Dunphy, Brooke Quirke EXTENDED PANEL | Kate Daly, Megan O'Reilly, Kara Canavan, Grace O'Farrell, Emily O'Rourke, Lauren Moran, Katie O'Shea, Sophie Malone. TEACHERS | Colin Kinsella, Orlaith Conlon COACHES | Ray Meagher, David Doyle   PRESENTATION COLLEGE, ATHENRY | Jane Brennan, Cadhla Fox, Saoirse Counihan, Brooke Corcoran, Kate Kennedy, Niamh Kilgannon ©, Sophie Hogan, Abbie Duffy, Mollie Noone ©, Amira Bouhlel McNamara, Anna Jordan SUBS USED | Lily Mae Feeney for Counihan (67), Aideen Kilgannon for Hogan (70+5), Aoibhe Corcoran for McNamara (70+5),  Isobel Behan for Jordan (70+6) SUBS NOT USED | Aoibhín Hannon, Katie Noone,  Isobel Furey, Isobel Beldon, Ciara Doyle EXTENDED PANEL | Sarah Egan, Ailbhe Mannion, Charolette Mangan, Chloe Keane, Ciara Mullins Eve Connolly Ledwith, Kacie Lally Duffy, Leah Mullins, Sarah Egan, Tegan Kilkenny. TEACHERS | Joe Finnerty, Edel Kilgannon, Dom Coll

Former Cork hurler Tom Kenny and Michael Foley of The Times look ahead to Galway's Allianz Hurling League clash with CorkThis Podcast is brought to you by Hoare Chartered Accountants. Hoare Chartered Accountants based in Galway City are a leading provider of Audit, Accountancy and Taxation services.. For more information, visit their website on www.hoarecharteredaccountants.ieSubscribe for more content!

Presentation College Athenry will hope their long wait is over this Monday (St. Patrick's Day - 17th March 2025) when they take on Thurles CBS in the Masita All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Senior A Hurling Final. Galway are also seeking to end a 30-year famine since St. Raphael's, Loughrea were victors in 1995. It's a repeat of the 2023 semi-final when Athenry edged their opponents 0-15 to 0-14.  Aaron Niland, Seán Murphy, Aodhán McDonagh, Darragh Counihan and Michael Fallon are still involved from that victory. This is Presentation's fifth final appearance following defeats in 1976, 2018, 2019 and 2023.  The latter three came at the expense of St. Kieran's, Kilkenny but Presentation Athenry got a measure of revenge in this year's semi-final, winning 4-13 to 2-11 thanks to goals from Oscar Fitzpatrick, Ciarán Leen, Eoin Hannon and Ethan O'Brien.  Thurles CBS, chasing a first title since 2009, overcame Coláiste Bhaile Chláir 0-21 to 0-17 in their semi-final. Leading up to the game, Presentation Athenry manager Paul Hoban has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Croke Park on St. Patrick's Day is 3pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

SOCCER: Presentation Athenry joint managers Joe Finnerty and Johnny Linnane with Galway Bay FM's Darren Keilly after their 3-1 Connacht Junior Boys Cup Final win over St. Gerald's, Castlebar

Presentation College Athenry are the Connacht Junior Schools Girls Cup champions following a 3-0 victory over Colaiste na Coiribe this morning (Friday, 28th February 2025) in Fahy's Field. Molly Noone, Anna Jordan and Lily Mae Feeney got the goals. Afterwards, Presentation Athenry manager Joe Finnerty shared his thoughts with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty. == Athenry will now play Munster champions Scoil Mhuire Greenhill, Carrick on Suir, who beat Mercy Mounthawk Tralee 5-3, in the FAI Schools All-Ireland semi-final.  That game is fixed for Tuesday (4th March) at 1pm with a venue to be determined.

SOCCER: Athenry under-17 manager Mike Noone with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly to look ahead to their Connacht u17 & u19 Cup Finals

SOCCER: Mervue United manager Eimear Whelan with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of their Connacht under-17 Cup Final against Athenry

Galway begin their Very National Camogie League campaign on Saturday (22nd February 2025) when they travel to Kilkenny in Division 1A. The game was moved from Nowlan Park on Friday after it was deemed unplayable and will now take place in Dunmore Training Centre in Kilkenny. Manager Cathal Murray has made seven changes from last year's All-Ireland Final defeat to Cork.  Shauna Healy returns to the starting team, while there are also starts for Alannah Kelly, Katie Manning, Sabina Rabbitte, Niamh McInerney, Mairéad Dillon and Niamh Niland. Clarinbridge's Carrie Dolan was named as the new captain this week, while Mullagh's Aoife Donohue and Athenry's Dervla Higgins were named as vice-captains. Leading up to the game, Galway manager Cathal Murray has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Tommy Devane. == Throw-in at Dunmore GAA Training Centre, Kilkenny on Saturday is 2pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

As well as Galway vs Waterford in the Oscar Traynor Cup quarter-final on Sunday (23rd February) 2025, the GFA Women's Premier Cup semi-finals take place.  And there are two all-Galway ties in the FAI women's under-17 Cup. For a full preview of all the Galway Junior League action (22nd February 2025), here's Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty. == Selected Fixtures (Friday, 7.45pm Eamonn Deacy Park) – Galway United vs St. Patrick's Athletic (Men's Premier) (Sunday 11.30am) – Corrib Celtic vs Athenry, Mervue United vs Salthill Devon (2pm) (GFA Women's Premier Cup Semi-Finals) (Sunday 2pm Eamonn Deacy Park) – Galway League vs Waterford League (Oscar Traynor Cup Quarter-Final) (Sunday 2pm) – Mervue United vs Knocknacarra, Oughterard vs Athenry (FAI Women's U17 Cup)

Two Galway sides are on the road this Sunday (16th February 2025) in the FAI Junior Cup. There's also action in the Men's Premier League, U16 Interleague Boys and the U19 Girls Connacht Cup. With all this and more, here's Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty. == Selected Fixtures (Saturday 2pm) – Loughrea vs Renmore (2pm), Moyne Villa vs University of Galway (2.15pm), Colga vs Athenry (3pm), Maree-Oranmore vs Galway Hibs (3.30pm) (Men's Premier League) (Sunday 2pm) – Evergreen vs Salthill Devon (FAI Junior Cup Round 6) (Sunday 2pm Eamonn Deacy Park) – Galway vs Donegal (U16 Interleague Boys Semi-Final) (Sunday 2pm Cloonaboy) – Swinford vs Athenry (U19 Girls Connacht Cup Semi-Final)

Breandán is an inspirational, rising TikTok star in the Gaeltok, who is ensuring that Gaeilge has its place on the global app. My favourite creator on Tiktok by far! He believes that the accessibility of TikTok and its high usage among our youth is key to the revitalisation of our beautiful language. He brings us right back to his school days in Athenry where he was immersed in the language in his youth and how that has had such a positive effect on his love for the language today. Breandán's energy is refreshing as he avidly believes that Irish should be spoken as a living, thriving language as opposed to getting caught up on "cruinneas" or rigid accuracy. This bilingual conversation includes acúpla focal (a couple of words) as they naturally weave through our conversation. This effortless shift between the languages is representative of Breandán's relaxed, innate approach to Irish. He speaks to me about his complicated relationship with An Caighdeán (The Standard) and how it was something he had to learn to navigate during his time in DCU studying Irish at university level. Breandán is a fun, practical advocate for Irish language but he is adamant that he is not a Garda na Gaeilge (language guard) and rather, a person who is speaking and living our language by choice. Breandán warmly reminds us, "remember - it doesn't have to be cruinn, it just has to be Irish!" Absolutely loved chatting to you, a chara! Míle buíochas! Many thanks! I encourage you all to check out Breandán on Tiktok @gaelscoilis

Coming up on the show, we will look ahead to Clare's second outing in the National Hurling League as Salthill's new lights are the destination for the defending champions tomorrow evening. We reflect on St Flannan's Harty Cup final loss, and look ahead to their All Ireland quarter-final clash with Athenry next week There's also details of an exhibition club football game to showcase the new FRC rules, local soccer, ladies football and Greyhound Focus too

HURLING: Presentation Athenry 3-15 Coláiste Bhaile Chláir 0-9 (Connacht PPS Senior A Final report with Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan)

HURLING: Presentation Athenry captain Jason Rabbitte with Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan after their Connacht Senior A Final win over Coláiste Bhaile Chláir

HURLING: Presentation Athenry manager Paul Huban with Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan after their Connacht Senior A Final win over Coláiste Bhaile Chláir

On today's show:  9am-10am Abbeyknockmoy Dialysis patient without power supply highlights the challenges faced by those with medical conditions We get an update on the community response hub in Athenry, and how businesses with generators kept Mountbellew going

Coláiste na Coiribe were crowned FAI Schools Connacht Senior A Cup champions for the first time on Friday (17th January 2025) following a 2-0 win over Presentation Athenry. Katelyn Seoige struck both goals as they avenged last year's defeat to the same opponents at this stage. After the game, Coláiste an Coiribe principal Eoghan Ó Ceallaigh chatted to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly on 'Over The Line.' == Coláiste na Coiribe will take on the Munster champions (St. Mary's High School, Midleton or Presentation Secondary School, Thurles) on Tuesday, 28th January in the FAI Schools National Cup semi-final. The 'Over The Line' weekend preview show with Darren Kelly broadcasts every Friday evening from 7pm on Galway Bay FM.

HURLING: Presentation Athenry 6-25 St. Brigid's Loughrea 0-14 (Connacht PPS Senior A Hurling Final match report with Galway Bay FM's Ivan Smyth)

HURLING: Presentation Athenry manager Paul Hoban with Galway Bay FM's Ivan Smyth after their Connacht PPS Senior A semi-final win over St. Brigid's, Loughrea

The Connacht Junior Cup gets underway this weekend (11th/12th January 2025) with 10 Galway teams in action including an all-Galway derby. There's a big game in the Men's Premier League plus a couple of important matches in the Women's Premier League. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty. == Fixtures (Saturday 2pm Clarinbridge) – Colga vs Moyne Villa (Connacht Junior Cup R1) (Saturday 2pm Drom) – Salthill Devon vs University of Galway (Premier League) (Sunday 12pm) – Ballygalway Celtic vs Colemanstown United, Mervue United vs Cloonfad United (Connacht Junior Cup R1)  (Sunday 2pm) – Ballina Town vs Maree/Oranmore, Castlerea Celtic vs Athenry B, Craughwell vs Ballisodare United, Dromhair vs Loughrea Rams, Renmore vs Calry Bohs, Ballyheane vs Dunmore Town, Ballinasloe Town vs Manorhmilton Rangers (Connacht FA Junior Cup) (Sunday 2pm) – Maree/Oranmore vs Athenry, Mervue United vs Corrib Celtic (Women's Premier)

This week, Martin Merrick talks to PhD student Jake Delaney on all things sheep, from his home farm to his studies in Athenry on lameness.Jake Delaney is very much flying the flag for the sheep industry in Ireland. From a (controversial) flock of Jacob and commercial ewes to his college thesis that ended up being similar to his PhD, I chat to Jake about all things sheep related, namely his study on lameness in the Irish flock. With very little research completed here in Ireland, Jake is seeking to find out the prevalence of lameness in Irish flocks, some of the main causes and what treatments are working best for farmers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9am-10am South Mayo town mourns immense loss of Athenry native  Businesses in Galway city are facing a 6% hike in commercial rates next year after councillors voted to approve a lower than sought for increase in the levy.  TFI Local Link to introduce new service between Galway and Loughrea And John Morley finds out his 'Christmas Charity Challenge.' == 'Galway Talks with John Morley' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.

Losing your children, meeting your first kiss, missing your screenings, remembering phone numbers and wonderful times in Athenry!  This and oh so much more listener, Enjoy! This episode contains explicit language and adult themes.  This Podcast is part of the Headstuff Network. Find out more at HeadStuffPodcasts.com This Podcast is sponsored by Key For Her.  The code TIGHT can be used sitewide on your first order at KeyForHer.com Click the link and your 20% discount for all Key For Her products will be applied at checkout.  https://keyforher.com/discount/TIGHT Producer: Laura Greene  Artwork: Alan Bourke-Tuffy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HURLING: Winning Loughrea players and management join Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan after their SHC Final success in Kenny Park, Athenry

Last week the 2024 Democratic National Convention took over Chicago. Over the course of the week, the Democratic Party elite rubbed elbows and egos at the United Center and the McCormick Place Convention Center while outside, thousands gathered for meetings and marches, demonstrations and disruptions. CounterPunch Radio co-host and worker-owner at Chicago's Pilsen Community Books, Erik Wallenberg, captured voices in the streets. Nathaniel St. Clair edited and produced the episode. We hear from leaders of the opposition including Cornel West and Medea Benjamin as well as protesters who organized against the 1968 DNC and came out in the streets this year too. A speech from Chicago for Abortion Rights leader Mandy Medley, music from Songs for Liberation, and words from Mennonites for Ceasefire ring out alongside members of Jewish Voice for Peace, Students for Justice in Palestine, and Veterans Against the War. The episode closes out with a song, Fields of Palestine, which was performed by Ryan Cason, a member of Songs for Liberation and Irish Americans for Palestine. They adapted the Irish folk song, Fields of Athenry in solidarity with the struggle in Palestine. More The post DNC Protests: Voices from the Frontlines appeared first on CounterPunch.org.

Last week the 2024 Democratic National Convention took over Chicago. Over the course of the week, the Democratic Party elite rubbed elbows and egos at the United Center and the McCormick Place Convention Center while outside, thousands gathered for meetings and marches, demonstrations and disruptions. CounterPunch Radio co-host and worker-owner at Chicago's Pilsen Community Books, Erik Wallenberg, captured voices in the streets and Nathaniel St. Clair produced the episode. We hear from leaders of the opposition including Cornel West and Medea Benjamin as well as protesters who organized against the 1968 DNC and came out in the streets this year too. A speech from Chicago for Abortion Rights leader Mandy Medley, music from Songs for Liberation, and words from Mennonites for Ceasefire ring out alongside members of Jewish Voice for Peace, Students for Justice in Palestine, and Veterans Against the War. The episode closes out with a song, Fields of Palestine, which was performed by Ryan Cason, a member of Songs for Liberation and Irish Americans for Palestine. They adapted the Irish folk song, Fields of Athenry in solidarity with the struggle in Palestine. More The post DNC Protests: Voices from the Frontlines appeared first on CounterPunch.org.