Young driver off the road for second insurance conviction

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

A young woman who had already been given a chance when she escaped being put off the road for driving without insurance did not learn her lesson, and found herself before Ballinasloe District Court on a similar charge.

The man who saved Eyre Square: Remembering C.I. O’Flynn, guardian of Galway’s heart

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

On a soft Galway afternoon last Thursday, as the autumn light slipped across the paving stones of Eyre Square, a small crowd gathered near the entrance to the Eyre Square Centre. City councillors, family members, and lifelong friends stood together in quiet pride, as President Michael D. Higgins unveiled a memorial bench to one of Galway’s most steadfast public servants — Mr Clement Ignatius O’Flynn.

Galway’s tribute to the man who made the city believe in itself

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Last Thursday, in a gathering under the trees in a corner of Eyre Square, Galway paused to remember one of its great visionaries. In the heart of the city, between the former Great Southern Hotel—where a young Ronnie O’Gorman first worked—and the Galway Advertiser building, hme of the newspaper he founded, President Michael D. Higgins unveiled a new stone bench in honour of the man who gave Galway its confidence, its voice, and much of its modern identity.

New national supercomputer CASPIr to be operated by the University of Galway

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

University of Galway is to host Ireland’s new supercomputer, following a collaboration agreement by the Government and the European Commission.

Garda Síochána launch winter phase of Operation Thor

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

An Garda Síochána has launched the Winter Phase of Operation Thor, aimed to combat that expected increase in burglaries during the longer dark evenings – and ahead of the clocks changing at the end of the month, now is the time to consider security in your home.

Canney welcomes nine new EV recharging hubs across Galway

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Galway East TD Seán Canney has welcomed confirmation that nine new high-powered Electric Vehicle (EV) recharging hubs will be delivered across Galway as part of the latest phase of the Department’s national EV infrastructure rollout.

Monster Table Quiz in aid of Cancer Care West and Gort Cancer Support Centre

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Tom Sheridan’s Bar and Restaurant in Knocknacarra will host a Monster Table Quiz next Wednesday, October 22, from 8pm. The Quiz is part of the fundraising efforts of Ciaran Delaney, whose daughter is recovering from cancer.

As second-level admissions window opens, parents urged to know their rights

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Galway parents have been reminded that national rules prohibit schools from requiring payments as part of the second-level admissions process.

“The ban on fees is very broad,” according to local campaigner Andrew Ó Baoill. “Schools should not be including any request for payment with offers of places, particularly where that might cause parents to believe the payment is required in order to secure a place.”

O’Hara welcomes funding for Gort Convent

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara, has welcomed news that funding has been allocated to Galway County Council for the purchase of Gort Convent.

New Irish classes for adults in Claregalway

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

A new six week conversational Irish language course for adults is set to begin at The Arches Hotel, Claregalway, from Tuesday, October 21.

New social homes set to come on stream by the end of the year

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Respond, Ireland’s largest construction-led Approved Housing Body (AHB) and service provider, delivered 12 new social homes in Galway last year and is now on track to deliver nearly 1,000 new social and cost-rental homes this year.

Route 424 subject to new capacity review

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Minister Hildegarde Naughton has received confirmation from the National Transport Authority (NTA) that the bus route serving Galway City to Lettermullen, route 424, is to be subject to a new capacity review. This route serves many communities in Galway, including Barna, Furbo, Spiddal, etc.

Minister Browne turns sod on €23.6m housing scheme in County Galway

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

James Browne TD, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, officially broke ground on a €23.6 million mixed-tenure housing development in Baile Chláir (Claregalway).

Galway’s camogie heroes deserve their winter holiday – and should not have to shake buckets

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Were it not for the magic weaved by Cathal Murray’s senior camogie team in Croke Park last August, it would have been a bleak year for the maroon and white.

Local priorities dominate Galway municipal district draft meetings

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

The Tuam and Athenry–Oranmore Municipal Districts met this week to consider their draft General Municipal Allocations (GMAs) for 2026, with councillors in both areas voicing queries about rising costs, limited local discretion and the impact of national funding decisions.

Howling Halloween at Brigit’s Garden

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Celebrate Samhain in Galway with a spooky three-day event at Brigit’s Garden from Saturday, October 25 to Monday, October 27, from 12pm to 4pm.

St Nicholas’ to host Halloween feast as part of Gaillimh Ah-Boo! festival

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

The historic St Nicholas’s Church will host Féasta Fómhair (Harvest Feast) – a one-night-only dining experience curated by acclaimed chef JP McMahon, as part of Gaillimh Ah-Boo! the vibrant city-wide Samhain celebration of food, folklore, and feasting.

Heartbreak in Tuam as crèche closure leaves 97 children without care

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

A major childcare crisis has emerged in Tuam after Happily Ever After, a crèche serving 97 children from 72 families, confirmed it will close on October 31. The decision follows the refusal by the landlord, Tuam Parish, to carry out long-promised fire safety works. The closure threatens parents’ jobs and leaves 19 staff facing unemployment.

Planning permission for Merlin Park Elective Hospital to be lodged within months

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Minister Hildegarde Naughton has received confirmation from the HSE that they should be in a position to apply for planning permission for the new Elective Hospital on the grounds of Merlin Park Hospital in the first half of next year.

Instagram photos help local scientists track invasive plant flowering patterns

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

That vibrant carpet of pink and yellow flowers blanketing Mediterranean cliffs might look beautiful in holiday photos on a social media feed. But University of Galway scientists and others have discovered these same Instagram snapshots are revealing how one of the world’s most destructive coastal plants is taking over new environments by extending its flowering season and threatening native biodiversity.

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