The High Court has made an order for the extradition to the UK of a convicted murderer, who was recently released from prison here after serving a sentence for rape of a young female tourist.

The High Court has remanded in custody a convicted murderer and rapist whose extradition is being sought by the UK authorities.

The body of a missing Galway man has been found.

A body has been found in the river Corrib in Galway city.

VOTED one of the greatest festivals on the planet, the 49th Galway International Oyster Festival kicks off for a weekend of gourmet food, good Guinness and traditional craic.