Local family business announces major nationwide expansion with Tesco Ireland

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Divilly Brothers has unveiled a significant nationwide expansion of its partnership with Tesco Ireland, marking a major milestone in the growth of the nearly century-old local food business.

Sports scholarships at the University of Galway

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

The University of Galway is offering sports scholarships to students who have performed at a high level in sport recognised by a national sports governing body and the Sports Council.

Locals invited to share stories and shape climate responses

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Galway’s coastline is changing, and the people who live closest to it are seeing the effects every day.

From Salthill to Silverstrand and Barna, residents are seeing shifting sands, stronger storms, and coastal places that look different each season. These local observations are essential to shaping meaningful climate responses.

ATU student teachers collaborate on international AI in education programme

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Student teachers from Atlantic Technological University (ATU) recently participated in an Erasmus+ programme focused on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, hosted by Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen, the Netherlands.

Explore courses, campuses and student life at ATU Galway Open Day

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) will welcome prospective students to its Galway City Open Day on Saturday, April 18, from 10am to 1pm, across its Dublin Road and Wellpark Road campuses.

The Open Day offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the wide range of undergraduate programmes, facilities and student supports available at ATU Galway, while meeting lecturers, students and professional services staff in person.

I walked 130km and solved absolutely nothing (and somehow, everything)

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Five days on the Camino, three people met, very little phone use-and a quiet realisation that we might all be doing life a bit… loudly

Irish holidaymakers prioritising peace of mind as medical emergencies top travel concern

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Irish people are placing a growing emphasis on safety and security when heading abroad, with medical emergencies emerging as the biggest travel concern, according to new research from AA Ireland.

What “good recovery” really looks like after illness or surgery

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Recovery can mean different things to different people. It might mean healing after an operation, recovering from an infection or illness, or getting a health condition under control.

Clarinbridge psychologist offers expert adult ADHD assessments and diagnosis

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

With more than two decades of experience in mental health care and working with neurodiversity, Dr Emma Hopkins brings a wealth of expertise and compassion to her clinical psychology practice in Clarinbridge. Having qualified as a clinical psychologist in 2021 following 20 years in mental health nursing, Dr Hopkins is uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive ADHD assessment and diagnosis.

Dr Hopkins offers a professional and accessible service with no waiting list. Clients can arrange an assessment quickly and easily, either in person at her Clarinbridge clinic or through secure online consultations for added convenience.

Ballinderreen woman braces Arctic conditions for Irish Heart Foundation fundraiser

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

A Galway woman has taken on a gruelling week-long Arctic Challenge to raise vital funds for the Irish Heart Foundation.

Connacht’s top restaurants and hospitality leaders honoured at Irish Restaurant Awards

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

The very best in food and hospitality across Connacht were celebrated last week at the Irish Restaurant Awards Connaught Regional Final 2026, the final regional event in this year’s awards programme. The awards took place at the Knockranny House Hotel, where county winners from across the province were revealed.

Hoax is where the heart is - AIB warns customers about rental deposit scams linked to fake property listings

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

As part of AIB’s quarterly Fraud Trend series, AIB is warning customers about a new fake rental scam where criminals pose as landlords on legitimate letting websites and request small deposit payments to secure a property viewing.

Love where you live with Get Furnished

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

There’s nothing quite like walking into a home that feels right. Not just furnished, but complete, where the sofa invites you to sit, the bed promises a great night’s sleep, and everything works together effortlessly. At Get Furnished, creating that feeling is what it’s all about.

Renmore ICA, the early years

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

The Society of the United Irishwomen was founded in 1910 and its name was later changed to the Irish Countrywomen’s Association. It is a non-political, non-sectarian organisation that brings together rural and urban women and their communities in fellowship and through cooperative effort. It offers support, friendship, personal development and life-long learning. Its members are to the forefront in improving the quality of life in Irish women. Together, they make up a very impressive association.

Thinking about home improvements this spring? Start with your windows and doors

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Spring has a great ability to expose things. As the length of the day begins to extend and so too does the brightness from daylight, many people begin noticing things around them that were not an issue when it was cold outside. For example, a living room which has too little direct sunlight or a door that no longer closes easily.

Culinary expert shares top tips for perfecting garlic dishes at home

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

April to June marks wild garlic season in Ireland, making it the perfect time to forage for this aromatic herb and use it in your home cooking. Ramsons is the only native garlic that grows in Ireland. Unlike its shop-bought counterpart, wild garlic boasts a fresher, more intense flavour, with subtle variations in taste depending on where it's found.

Head of culinary at HelloFresh, Hannah Duxbury-Pardoe, gives her top tips for cooking with garlic.

The Regional Hospital under construction

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The National Library gave us this aerial photograph of the ‘Regional’ under construction in 1953. The foundation stone for the hospital was laid in 1949 by Dr Noel Browne, the Minister for Health. Just in front of it you can see the old Central Hospital. The building of the new involved the demolition of the rear wing of the old Central. Long-term patients in the Central were accommodated in temporary huts located in front of the building, an arrangement that allowed the Central to function more or less normally during construction.

GRETB hosts Celebration of the Arts

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) hosted its annual Celebration of the Arts at Galway Community College on Friday, March 20, bringing together students, staff and guests to celebrate creativity across the region.