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08/02/2012
Journalist John Cunningham Passes Away
Galway journalist and former editor of the Connaught Tribune John Cunningham died last night.
Mr Cunningham, joined the Connaught Tribune in 1984 to 2007. He previously worked as editor for the Waterford News and Star from 1982 to 1984.
In 2006, he was conferred with an Honorary MA degree at NUI Galway for his contribution to regional and national journalism and for his role as lecturer of journalism at the college.
FF Leader Micheál Martin said: "It is with sadness that I learned of the death of Galway journalist John Cunningham.
"John was regarded as one of the best local newspaper Editors and columnists in the country. He had an unparalleled insight into local politics and always approached every issue with balance and fairness. John was highly respected by everyone he worked with, in the media, in politics and in the community."
Mr Cunningham is survived by his wife Nuala and his four sons Shane, Gary, Ivor and Enda.
(CD/GK)
Mr Cunningham, joined the Connaught Tribune in 1984 to 2007. He previously worked as editor for the Waterford News and Star from 1982 to 1984.
In 2006, he was conferred with an Honorary MA degree at NUI Galway for his contribution to regional and national journalism and for his role as lecturer of journalism at the college.
FF Leader Micheál Martin said: "It is with sadness that I learned of the death of Galway journalist John Cunningham.
"John was regarded as one of the best local newspaper Editors and columnists in the country. He had an unparalleled insight into local politics and always approached every issue with balance and fairness. John was highly respected by everyone he worked with, in the media, in politics and in the community."
Mr Cunningham is survived by his wife Nuala and his four sons Shane, Gary, Ivor and Enda.
(CD/GK)
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