Dunguaire Castle closure makes international headlines as State fails to act

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

The prolonged closure of Dunguaire Castle has become an international story, after The New York Times highlighted the failure to reopen and protect one of Ireland’s most photographed historic landmarks.

Community in action: Galway organisations come together

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Thirteen community and voluntary organisations from across the city and county are coming together for Galway Communities in Action, a free, informal celebration taking place on Saturday, September 5, at St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church from 11am to 1pm.

As the nights draw in, is your home really secure?

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

There is something reassuring about knowing that when you lock your door at night, your home or business is not simply protected by an alarm — it is backed up by people who are there when you need them.

University of Galway and ATU relaunch Rural Voices seminar series

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

University of Galway and Atlantic Technological University (ATU) have joined forces to revive Rural Voices – a nationwide seminar series bringing together research, policy and practice to explore the issues shaping rural and regional development.

Carraig Donn announces Cancer Fund for Children as charity partner for 2026

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Leading Irish retailer Carraig Donn has announced a new charity partnership with Cancer Fund for Children for 2026, committing to raise significant funds throughout the year to support families affected by childhood cancer.

Dovida to create 30 home care jobs across Galway in search for stars in the community

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Ireland’s leading home care provider,?Dovida,?has launched a new recruitment campaign for people?to?light up lives in their local community.??

Coral and Council announce major investment in two Galway gyms

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Coral Leisure Tuam and Coral Leisure Ballinasloe in conjunction with Galway County Council have announced details of the upcoming refitting of both their gyms.

This exciting venture sees in excess of €500,000 euro of investment across two of the most used facilities owned by Galway County Council and managed by Coral Leisure.

Reddington says completion of active travel scheme should progress new Headford school

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council Andrew Reddington has welcomed the completion of an Active Travel project in Headford saying the works will strengthen the case for planning permission for a new secondary school in the town.

Galway City Council welcomes €400,000 funding under new ‘cities mission accelerator’ fund

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Galway City Council has welcomed the announcement by Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O’Brien TD, of €400,000 in funding for Galway City under the new €2 million ‘Cities Mission Accelerator’ Fund.

City and County Councils aim to half road casualties by 2030

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Galway City Council and Galway County Council, supported by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Siochana, have launched a new road safety drive aimed at cutting deaths and serious injuries in Galway by half by the end of the decade.

Galway towns showcase community spirit in Pride of Place bid

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Volunteers in Portumna and Tuam have put their communities in the spotlight during a two-day judging visit for the IPB Pride of Place competition. Pride of Place adjudicators Tom Dowling and Peter Hynes visited Portumna on Monday before travelling to Tuam on Tuesday, where they met volunteers, community groups, young people and local organisations.

Gardaí investigate claims of assault and false imprisonment in Ardrahan

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Gardaí have launched an investigation following the discovery of an injured man in Ardrahan at the weekend.

The man, aged in his forties, was found injured at Castletaylor North, Ardrahan, at around 2pm on Saturday. The emergency services were alerted, and he was brought by ambulance to University Hospital Galway for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Shantalla bus users to be well sheltered this winter

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Cllr John McDonagh has welcomed confirmation that two new bus shelters are planned for Shantalla over the coming months, at McDara Road and Scoil Bhríde.

Commencement of Lough Atalia upgrade works to deliver improved supply

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Mains upgrade works by Uisce Éireann in the Lough Atalia Road area of Galway city commenced this week. Crews working on behalf of Uisce Éireann will be on site from this evening (Monday) to begin work on a programme of works which will see more than 1.8kms of mains replaced with new pipes.

Over €1.5 million raised as Medtronic employee wins stunning home in city

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Jacqueline O’Gorman from Cratloe in Co. Clare but living in Oranmore, Co. Galway is the owner of a magnificent home in the heart of Galway after winning the hugely exciting Win a Home Galway City fundraising draw. Jacqueline’s ticket was the first out at the big finale at Keanes Bar & Restaurant in Oranmore, Co. Galway on Monday night.

Fintan O’Toole to speak at Thoor Ballylee next week

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Award-winning writer, literary and theatre critic, journalist, political and social analyst, and public intellectual Fintan O’Toole will speak at Thoor Ballylee on Friday, September 11, at 8pm on Loving and Hating Yeats.

Music for Galway’s launch Beethoven-centred 45th International Concert Season launch

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

With the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s death approaching next year, Music for Galway’s 45th International Concert Season is inspired by classical music’s German revolutionary.

University of Galway Professor receives prestigious European Society of Cardiology President’s Award

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Professor David Allan Wood, Honorary Professor of Preventive Cardiology at University of Galway and Director of Science, Strategy and Implementation at the National Institute for Prevention and Cardiovascular Health (NIPC), has received the prestigious European Society of Cardiology (ESC) President’s Award.

€86k salary needed for mortgage to buy Galway home

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Fewer than one-in-five workers across Galway earn enough for a mortgage to buy an average priced house.

With the median house price in County Galway calculated to be a whopping €380,000, a first-time buyer acting alone must earn at least €85,500 per year before tax to qualify for a mortgage if savings or debt are not factors.

Knotty issue to top September’s council agenda

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

By Maxim Kelly
Only two city councillors attended information sessions over the summer to discuss controversial plans to clear large swathes of Merlin Woods of standing and fallen trees, with one meeting attracting zero elected reps.

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