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Galway sees a significant drop in road accidents but a troubling rise in fatalities, with a 360% increase in deaths from 2024. Superintendent Paudie OShea attributes this to reckless driving, drug use, and lack of focus. Despite this, community safety partnerships and increased patrols have led to a 40% drop in burglaries. Gardaí continue to prioritize fighting organized crime and drug use, urging anyone facing domestic abuse to seek help. With strong community support, safer times are within reach if everyone contributes.

Irelands Minister of State for Road Safety, Seán Canney, has vowed to reduce road fatalities by half this decade, aiming for Vision Zero by 2050. He highlighted the devastating rise in deaths last year, particularly among pedestrians and older people. Canney emphasized the need for collective effort, including tougher laws, personal choices, and community involvement. The government is implementing Irelands Road Safety Strategy and Phase Two Action Plan, with measures like closing learner permit loopholes, lowering rural speed limits, and mandating urban speed zones. Upcoming laws include the National Vehicle and Driver File Bill, graduated speeding fines, and camera checks for phone and seatbelt use.

Light Up for Iggy Christmas Tractor Run illuminated Galway Plaza with over 210 tractors and 13 trucks, honoring Iggy Daly and raising funds for Cholangiocarcinoma Ireland. The festive parade, featuring decorated machines, entertainment, raffles, and prizes, supported Éanna Ryans Run for Iggy campaign. Pat McDonagh praised the community spirit, and donations poured in, directly aiding patients, families, and awareness for Cholangiocarcinoma Ireland.

Get ready for the Tipperary Town Music Festival in 2026, featuring big names like Abbaesque, Nathan Carter, Mike Denver, and Mark McCabe. The festival spans two weekends in May, with performances starting on May 1st. Tickets are on sale now, with prices ranging from €15 to €25. The festival is open to community groups from May 4th to 7th. This years lineup is generating excitement, with early tickets selling out.

Rangers Manager Danny Rohl Faces Injury Setbacks, New Signings on the Way Rangers manager Danny Rohl is grappling with more injury woes, as fullback Dujon Sterling and midfielder Connor Barron are the latest to succumb to injuries. Sterling is expected to be out for about three weeks due to a hamstring tweak, while Barron may miss up to three months with knee ligament damage. Barrons injury is particularly unfortunate, as he was in top form during recent wins and was a Scotland World Cup hopeful. Rohl, who has been dealing with injuries since his arrival in October, expressed frustration but remains optimistic, highlighting the teams ability to find solutions in the past. On a positive note, Rohl is set to welcome two new signings, Tuur Rommens and Tochi Chukwuani, who will join for seven million pounds this weekend. Rohl is yet to decide if they will be ready to start against Aberdeen, emphasizing the need for physicality and competition in midfield. With Barrons absence, other players like Mohamed Diomande and Nico Raskin will have the opportunity to shine in the title push. Rohl sees this as an opportunity for the squad to step up and maintain momentum.

Caoimhín Agyarko, an undefeated West Belfast boxer, is one win away from a shot at boxing history. He faces American Brandon Adams in an eliminator for the IBF super-welterweight world title on April eighteenth in California. Agyarko, born to an Irish mother and Ghanaian father, dreams of becoming the first black Irish world champion. Hes overcome a brutal knife attack and inactivity to secure three wins in 2024, including a split decision over Ishmael Davis. Agyarko aims to inspire kids from diverse backgrounds and unite people through boxing.

Luke Littler, the darts champion, signs a record-breaking deal with Target Darts, marking the biggest ever between a brand and player. He bought AirPods for every staff member, expressing gratitude for their support since he was twelve. Targets chairman and CEO praise Lukes growth and impact on the global darts scene, with Luke excited about his own product line and Targets expansion into licensed gear with Disney and Xbox.

Ulster GAAs McKenna Cup Round Two Results: Armagh, Fermanagh, and Cavan Disqualified for Sigerson Cup Players Armagh, Fermanagh, and Cavan were disqualified from the McKenna Cup after fielding ineligible players from the Sigerson Cup in Round Two. Armagh lost to Down but still earned points, while Fermanagh vs. Cavan was nullified. The teams reactions are pending, and the results have caused a shake-up in the sections. Round Three begins this Sunday, with Tyrone vs. Down, Monaghan vs. Fermanagh, and Antrim vs. Donegal.