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The keeper of Portumna Bridge

Portumna Bridge has been part of life on the Shannon for over a century, linking counties Galway ...

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07.45 26 Jun 2026


The keeper of Portumna Bridge


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07.45 26 Jun 2026


Portumna Bridge has been part of life on the Shannon for over a century, linking counties Galway and Tipperary while still opening for passing boats today. 

As we broadcast live from the River Shannon we heard from keeper of the bridge, Tom McGarry.

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