Upgrade your garden with a durable bin store

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Are you tired of bins ruining the look of your home or garden? Keep your outdoor space tidy, secure and stylish with a durable metal bin store.

The Galway train

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

By 1848, construction of the railway line west from Dublin had reached Mullingar and the following year, the Chancellor of the Exchequer agreed to advance a loan of £500,000 towards extending the line to Galway. The board of the Midland and Great Western Railway entered into a contract with William Dargan to construct the entire length of line from Mullingar to Galway. Dargan’s success in building the Howth to Dublin railway had earned him a bonus of £300 and this he used to set himself up a a railway contractor.

CAO deadline fast approaching

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Applications to the Central Applications Office (CAO) for the 2026-27 academic year will close this Sunday, February 1.

Galway students recognised for antioxidant research project

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Two Coláíste Muire Máthair students have been recognised for their project investigating antioxidant levels in everyday foods and drinks at the SciFest@Teen-Turn event held in Avantor, Dublin.

University of Galway law students receive scholarships

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Two University of Galway students have been awarded the RDJ Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships.

Make 2026 the year you learn French

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

What if this year you decided to take up a new language, refresh your school French, or even avail of greater job opportunities? Would you like your children to get a head start in French or achieve a H1 in their Junior or Leaving Cert examinations? Then, the French Institute has a course for you.

The French Institute offers classes for all ages and all levels with qualified native French teachers, and are now enrolling for the new term, starting on the week of January 26 for teenagers and children, and February 9 for adults.

Gamemakers welcome €15k grants

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Cross Border funding has been allocated to boost Galway’s gaming industry during 2026, with a number of new ideas in development.

Finding generational love down by the sea shore

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Both Margie Connolly’s late brother, Eugene, and her uncle Joe, wanted her to tell people about a place in Co Galway that was very close to their hearts.

Solaris Tea awarded international certification for ethical standards

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Galway-based company Solaris Tea joins a global community of businesses that meet exceptional standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

Twelve Galway restaurants shortlisted for Just Eat Awards

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Just Eat has announced the launch of its 12th annual awards, inviting people to have their say on the restaurants, grocers, and retailers they love most, at a time when Ireland’s food scene continues to grow in quality, flavour, variety, and the experiences restaurants offer customers.

From much-loved neighbourhood independents to national brands and exciting new arrivals to the Irish market, the Just Eat Awards recognise the delivery partners that people order from time and time again, whether it’s for a midweek lunch, a family favourite, or some last-minute groceries.

No better time to start planning your dream cruise

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

"Royal Caribbean is one of the most innovative of all cruise companies in the world as they continue to elevate the art of holidaying at sea," says Annette Hynes, award winning sales consultant with Cruise Worldwide at Fahy Travel in Bridge Street. Having won a place on a ship visit on Wonder of the Seas in Florida, she will further her training on a seminar at sea on board Legend of the Seas this coming summer.

Swap January blues for blue skies with Shannon Airport

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Shannon Airport is set to welcome over 24,000 passengers across the upcoming February bank holiday period. This figure represents a 14 per cent jump on the same time last year, as the popularity of St. Brigid’s bank holiday getaways soars.

The early long weekend is encouraging travellers to swap the January blues for blue skies, with the airport’s Lanzarote and Malaga flights among the most in-demand.

Kickstart your year and lose up to two stone in 10 weeks

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

System 10 is very different to other weight loss programmes. It is about amazing weight loss done the right way. It focuses on real fat burning by fixing your metabolism [mostly hormone imbalances]. Fixing your metabolism and burning real fat will give you your best weight loss ever.

The benefits of ADHD coaching for individuals

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

ADHD is far more than an attention challenge; it is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects executive functioning such as organisation, planning, working memory, time management and emotional regulation.

Find out how HBOT can help you reach your health goals

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

As we embrace the "New Year, new you" season, it is the perfect time to prioritize your body’s natural healing processes. Whether you’re looking to reach a new fitness peak, recover from a lingering injury or surgery, or to simply feel more refreshed, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can offer the restorative boost you need.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) works alongside your existing medical care, helping to reduce inflammation and boost collagen production, helping wounds and muscles repair more efficiently.

Upgrade your garden with a durable bin store

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Are you tired of bins ruining the look of your home or garden? Keep your outdoor space tidy, secure and stylish with a durable metal bin store.

Pros and Cons of doing Transition Year

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

By Amy Joyce
Following the hustle and bustle of third year and the Junior cycle examinations, TY is an optional year where students can take a break from the classroom and have some fun. But is it worth doing TY, or are students better off going straight to fifth year or Leaving Cert Applied?

University of Galway postgraduate open day showcases over 160 courses

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

University of Galway is inviting prospective students to explore their next academic or professional step at its upcoming Postgraduate Open Day.

Happy New Year from the French Institute

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

What if this year you decided to take up a new language, refresh your school French, or even avail of greater job opportunities? Would you like your children to get a head start in French or achieve a H1 in their Junior or Leaving Cert examinations? Then, the French Institute has a course for you.

The French Institute offers classes for all ages and all levels with qualified native French teachers, and are now enrolling for the new term, starting on the week of January 26 for teenagers and children, and February 9 for adults.

GRETB to host first-ever Open Day - Further Education and Training (FET)

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

Choosing the right pathway in education or employment is an important decision. To support individuals at every stage of their journey, Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) is bringing all of its Further Education and Training (FET) services together for the first time at a major regional Open Day.

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