Galway scientists growing ‘mini brains’ in labs to aid research

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Scientists in Galway have taken a significant step forward in the development of lab-grown “mini brains”, a breakthrough that could accelerate research into conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s.

€1.67 million boost for Galway towns and villages

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

More than €1.67 million has been awarded to seven towns and villages across County Galway that are working to strengthen local amenities, protect heritage and address vacancy.

National Famine Commemoration in Portumna confirmed for May 16

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Galway County Council has confirmed that the 2026 National Famine Commemoration will take place at the Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna on Saturday, May 16.

Renmore Pantomime returns to Town Hall with pantomime classic Jack and the Beanstalk

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Get ready for a tale of high adventure as Renmore Pantomime Society presents its 45th production of Jack and the Beanstalk with a new and exciting script by Darren Shine.

Alcoholics Anonymous Galway Area Convention in Salthill next month

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

The Annual Galway Area Convention will be held in the Galway Bay Hotel, Galway from Friday 2nd January 2 to Sunday January 4 2025.

Eastern environs to become principal growth areas, but all suffer infrastructural deficits, says Keane

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

The eastern environs of Galway City — encompassing Oranmore, Claregalway, and Athenry — are destined to become the principal growth area for Galway City and County over the next 25 years.

TG4’s €10 million funding package a major boost for creative talent in regions

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

TG4’s announcement this week of a €10 million funding package represents a major boost for creative talent both nationally and, crucially, within the regions — most notably the West, where the broadcaster is based. The investment reinforces TG4’s role as a central driver of regional creative development and a cornerstone of the independent production sector.

Student awarded inaugural A.Menarini scholarship for diabetes research

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

University of Galway, in partnership with the HRB Diabetes Collaborative Clinical Trial Network, has announced the inaugural A.Menarini Pharmaceuticals Ireland Scholarship.

University Hospital Galway expands Sunday phlebotomy clinic to enhance cancer care

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Due to the success of the Sunday Phlebotomy Clinic at University Hospital Galway (UHG), the clinic has extended its operating hours to 10:00am – 12:30pm to further support the delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT).

Coming home from abroad to start a business in Galway? Apply for Back for Business programme

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Back for Business, the free government programme that helps returned emigrants start and develop businesses in Ireland, is now open to applications.

Grealish urges NTA to scrap bus route change that could add 40 minutes to passengers’ commute

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

The National Transport Authority has been urged by Minister of State Noel Grealish to scrap plans for a change to the bus route linking north-east Galway with the city – warning that it could add 40 minutes to the daily commute for passengers.

No to Mercosur national protest in Athlone

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

A national community protest against the Mercosur trade deal is taking place in Athlone, County Westmeath on Saturday January 10 at 11am.

Racegoers raise €65,000 for breast cancer research

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

One of the highlights of the Galway Races Autumn Festival is the National Breast Cancer Research Institute (NBCRI) annual fundraising lunch, ‘Race in Pink’. The sold-out event, which took place on October 26, was a big hit with racegoers this year raising an incredible €65,000 for the charity based at the Lambe Institute, University of Galway.

Tributes paid to young jockey after fatal car accident

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

The racing world is no stranger to risk, to fragility, to the sharp awareness that promise and peril often travel side by side. Yet nothing can soften the blow of a loss as cruel and sudden as that of Paul Kavanagh, a young Galway jockey whose life was taken far too soon in a car accident last week. He was only 20, but in that short time he managed to leave an imprint far deeper than many who live much longer lives.

Over 210 tractors light up Galway Plaza and Loughrea for Light Up for Iggy fundraiser

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

More than 210 tractors and 13 trucks took part in the Light Up for Iggy Christmas Tractor Run at Galway Plaza, as families and the farming community came together to honour the memory of Iggy Daly and raise funds for Cholangiocarcinoma Ireland.

Joyful, family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration for Galway city

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Galway City is set to welcome the arrival of 2026 with a joyful, family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration designed especially for all ages. Renowned for its vibrant festival atmosphere, the City of the Tribes is once again embracing an early evening countdown, ensuring families can celebrate together in a safe, fun, and inclusive setting.

No Christmas Eve joy for man caught with €17,650 of drugs in Loughrea

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

While on patrol in Loughrea on Christmas Eve, Gardaí approached a male in the Barrack Street area.

Galway Divisional Drugs Unit seize €97,000 worth of cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis in Tuam raid

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

As part of ongoing investigations into the sale and supply of drugs in the region, Gardaí from the Galway Divisional Drugs Unit searched a house in Tuam on December 17.

Lettermore Community Park secures €300,000 for new playground

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Comhairle Ceantar na nOileán CLG has secured €300,000 in funding for the development of a new playground at Páirc Pobal Leitir Móir, under the 2025 Town and Village Renewal Scheme.

Virtual COPD Care Pathway marks major milestone in chronic disease management

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Since its launch in April 2024, the COPD Virtual Care Pathway has significantly improved patient outcomes while reducing pressure on hospital services. The innovative programme, developed by Galway University Hospitals (GUH) in partnership with the Galway City Integrated Care Hub and the HIVE Laboratory, University of Galway, is transforming how care is delivered to people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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