Funding cut and rising energy costs threaten future of Leisureland, says Green candidate Murphy

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Leisureland faces some tough challenges as all energy bills rise, but it also has to contend with a cut to its funding this year, according to Green Party candidate Niall Murphy.

Child homelessness must be treated as an emergency, says Ogbu

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Councillor Helen Ogbu, Labour’s candidate in the Galway West by-election, has said the record levels of child homelessness must be treated as an emergency, following the latest figures showing more than 5,400 children now living in emergency accommodation throughout the country.

EDGE26 to spotlight the Future of Ireland’s Creative Economy as startup applications open

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Galway will take centre stage this May as EDGE26: Ireland’s Creative Economy Summit, where creative industries, technology and enterprise converge, comes to Dexcom Stadium on May 21, with a national and international line-up of speakers announced and an open call inviting startups to take part.

Hosted by CREW, EDGE26 will bring together founders, creatives, investors and industry leaders from across Ireland and internationally to explore the future of the creative economy, spanning film, games, immersive media, design, music technology and digital content. At a time when AI and new technologies are rapidly reshaping how creative businesses start, scale and compete, the conversation has never been more relevant.

President Connolly honours revival of Gaeltacht Maritime Tradition in the heart of Dublin

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

President Catherine Connolly this week launched Curachaí na Life, an innovative community currach-rowing project that blends centuries-old Irish maritime heritage with a new vision for the River Liffey. The project is based at HQ2O Watersports, operated by Swan Leisure at the Docklands Municipal Watersports Centre.

St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church choir invited to sing at St Peter’s Basilica in Rome

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church Choir have been invited to Rome to sing at some of the Eternal City’s most famous churches, including St Peter’s Basilica.

TD blasts Galway house hoarders

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

And now Galway West TD Mairéad Farrell has used similar slurs against property speculators, sitting on buildings that can be lived in during a housing crisis, likening them to hoarding food during a famine.

New Galway Autistic Support Hub launched as new model of support for Autistic children and adults

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

AsIAm, Ireland’s Autism Charity, officially opened a new regional model of support for Autistic children and adults in a new community-based premises in Galway.

New Hidden Histories of Galway project reveals overlooked stories of migration and belonging

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

A major new research project uncovering the overlooked histories of minority communities in Galway during the early decades of Irish independence will launch later this month at the Spanish Arch.

New affordable homes announced for Radharc Na Tornóige, Headford Road

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Red Fox Residential, in partnership with Galway City Council, has announced the release of 29 new homes for sale at Radharc Na Tornóige, Headford Road, Galway City, delivered under the Affordable Purchase arrangements of the Affordable Housing Act 2021 and associated regulations.

HSE West and North West encourages public to consider all care options this Easter Bank Holiday weekend

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Health services in Galway and Roscommon have reminded the public of all their care options ahead of the Easter Bank Holiday weekend. With services traditionally experiencing increased demand during holiday periods, the HSE is advising patients to plan ahead and consider all available care pathways before attending Emergency Departments.

New RTE turf documentary to feature Galway contributors

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

For Peat’s Sake, a new Irish language documentary on the importance of turf in rural life will air on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player on Easter Monday, April 6 at 6.30pm and features a number of contributors from Galway.

Canney welcomes new Government approach to streamline regulation for critical infrastructure

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Minister of State Seán Canney has welcomed Government agreement on a new set of principles aimed at simplifying and speeding up the delivery of critical infrastructure.

OPINION: Dark arts of digital politics

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

In 2024, a manipulated image of Fianna Fáil general election candidate Gráinne Seoige was circulated. Whatever about her politics, this was done because she is a woman.

Conamara actors to star as Bluey as Gaeilge starts on Easter Monday

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Tá Bluey ag teacht go RTÉ! Beginning on Monday 6 April 2026, Bluey will be available as Gaeilge on RTÉ KIDSjr and RTÉ Player. Children will be able to connect with the Irish language in a new way, learning new words through watching the global hit, Bluey.

Galway charity race returns in memory of Aoibhe

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The Tribal Running Easter Lily 5KM, held in memory of Aoibhe Carroll, will return to Galway on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Belfast and Galway feature in Council of State

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The former Galway West TD appointed seven people to the highest advisory body in the land this week, six months into her term, with her choices emphasising themes of reconciliation, human rights and linguistic heritage.

Traffic crisis to dominate bye-election debate

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

With Galway in the worst 10% of cities worldwide for traffic congestion, election candidates are being challenged to commit to real solutions. A public hustings, details of which will be revealed next Tuesday, will focus on the city’s escalating transport crisis.

Galway’s LBJ links to give tourism boost

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Galway and the west is set to benefit from Cabinet’s approval of plans to set up an American Presidents Trail on the island of Ireland, which has been deemed a major opportunity for heritage, tourism and community pride, by a Fine Gael TD.

Treasure Chest becomes a kit locker

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The Wedgwood-blue Treasure Chest building on the corner of William Street and Castle Street is being transformed into a Mountain Warehouse.

Renmore residents beg drivers to divert

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The group of concerned residents says it has resorted to asking Advertiser readers, who drive, to chose main road routes if they are not visiting their neighbourhood, plagued by rat runners seeking to skip traffic lights on the Old Dublin Road.

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