Cannabis and weight loss products worth €70,000 seized in Garda raid on Claregalway home

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Gardaí recovered more than €60,000 worth of vape oil and jellies containing suspected illegal cannabinoids during a search of a house in Claregalway earlier this week.

Rosemary Divilly was Galway’s pioneering skipper in 1975

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

In a recent article previewing the All-Ireland Ladies Football Final, I stated that the captain of the first Galway side to get to an All-Ireland Final side was Nono McHugh. In actual fact, the captain leading that side against the odds in 1975, was the athletic Rosemary Divilly.

Lucky winner scoops €30,000 in Moyne Villa Lotto jackpot

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

The Moyne Villa Soccer Club €30,000 Lotto jackpot was won last week by Brendan Fury from Corrandulla.

Galway Samaritans celebrates 50 years of service

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Galway Samaritans is marking 50 years of service to the community with a special celebration for past volunteers and friends of the organisation on Saturday, September 5, from 2pm to 6pm.

The branch is inviting anyone who has volunteered with Galway Samaritans over the years, as well as former supporters and friends, to register their interest by emailing [email protected] before August 25.

Mountbellew Agricultural Show this Saturday

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

A fantastic family day out is promised at the Mountbellew Agricultural Show this Saturday, August 22, at ATU Mountbellew Agricultural College.

Galway electrician helping build Ireland’s energy future

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

As Ireland’s electricity system continues to evolve, Galway native Sarah Murphy is helping to deliver the infrastructure that will power homes, businesses and communities for generations to come.

Standún celebrates 80 years with new chapter in Birr

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

An exciting new chapter is unfolding for one of Ireland’s best-known family businesses as Standún prepares to celebrate 80 years in business, while continuing to grow its presence beyond its Connemara roots.

The Connacht Hotel achieves prestigious Green Tourism Gold Award

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

The Connacht Hotel has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to sustainability after achieving the prestigious Gold Award from Green Tourism, the world's leading sustainability certification programme for the tourism and hospitality industry.

Citizens Information sees growing demand for services

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

South Connacht Citizens Information Service (SCCIS), which recently published its annual report for 2025, has reported continued high levels of demand for its services. The rising cost of living and the increased move of public services online were two of the main reasons people contacted the service.

Ballinasloe home attacked by turf-wielding thugs

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Gardaí are investigating an incident of criminal damage in which the front window of a home was smashed last week.

Currach racing and culture 'at risk'

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Leaning against the railing of the ferry as the wind licks salt into my hair, I consider whether letting the lads babysit the dog was a bad idea. But I can’t suppress the excitement of being out of the city.

Oranmore Lodge Hotel staff plan 30,000-mile fundraiser in memory of late colleague

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

A team from the Oranmore Lodge Hotel are aiming to collectively cover 30,000 miles this month to raise funds for heart charity Croí in memory of a former colleague who passed away suddenly last year.

Lyons welcomes replacement bus shelter for Kingston Road

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Galway City West and Knocknacarra Councillor Donal Lyons has this week welcomed works now under way on a replacement bus shelter on Kingston Road.

Headford roadworks to be 'substantially completed' before start of school year

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Cllr Mary Hoade has received confirmation, following consultation with Galway County Council this week, on the works on the Church Road in Headford.

Galway Rape Crisis Centre seeking volunteers for Psychological Support Team

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Galway Rape Crisis Centre (GRCC) is seeking volunteers aged 25 and over to join its Psychological Support Team, providing vital support to survivors of sexual assault.

Remembering pioneering missionary Sister Margaret Coyne

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Sister Margaret Coyne, a Galway native who spent decades working to save the sight of thousands of people in Ethiopia, at times in the face of famine and war, passed away on August 15 in the loving care of the Daughters of Charity in Southport, England.

Galway scientists tackle trump regime

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Anyone who has ever spent time in or near a cattle shed will have smelled that what goes in one end must come out the other, with livestock calculated to account for more than 10 per cent of global greenhouse emissions.

Portumna and Tuam fly the flag for Galway in Pride of Place competition

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Portumna Tidy Towns and Tuam Women’s Shed have been chosen to represent County Galway in the 2026 IPB Pride of Place Awards.

€15.1m social housing scheme to deliver 62 homes in Tuam

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Construction is due to begin later this month on a €15.1 million social housing development in Tuam which will provide 62 new homes.

Bringing Galway to Milwaukee

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

The 45th annual Milwaukee Irish Fest – the largest celebration of Irish culture and heritage in the United States – has been taking place on the shores of Lake Michigan in Wisconsin.

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