The Lost Children of Tuam film to have world premiere in Galway

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The powerful film based on the life of Tuam woman Catherine Corless and featuring an all-star cast will receive its world premiere in Galway next month.

New chapter as Peter Curran Electric sold to Wolseley Ireland

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

One of Galway’s most respected and successful electrical wholesale businesses has entered a new chapter following the acquisition of Peter Curran Electric Limited (PCEL) by Wolseley Ireland.

Bring your tribe to Tribes Tuesday at Ballybrit

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The 2026 Galway Races Summer Festival is set to introduce an exciting new addition to race week with the launch of the newly reimagined Tribes Tuesday, taking place at Ballybrit on Tuesday, July 28.

Reinstating your position in life’s scheme

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

There comes a defining moment in every man’s life when he must pause, reflect, and realign with the purpose for which God created him. In a world marked by uncertainty, challenges, and shifting values, many men have lost confidence, direction, opportunities, and even hope. Yet God’s purpose remains steadfast, and His call upon every life is unchanged.

Kelly & Family Funeral Directors — Compassion at your hour of need

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

In times of loss, families are often faced with one of life’s most difficult responsibilities: saying goodbye to someone they love. During these moments, having the right support can make all the difference. That is the philosophy at the heart of Kelly & Family Funeral Directors, a Kinvara-based family-run funeral service built on compassion, honesty, and genuine care.

Silver Service: The Galmont Hotel & Spa celebrates four colleagues marking 25 years

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The Galmont Hotel & Spa is celebrating a rare and remarkable milestone as four valued team members mark 25 years of dedicated service with the Galway hotel.

Former Shannon Oaks Hotel should not be excluded from new Derelict Property Tax, says O’Hara

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara, has expressed concern at Government plans to limit the new Derelict Property Tax to population centres of 4,000 or more. O’Hara said that this would have the effect of excluding thousands of derelict properties from this new tax, such as the former Shannon Oaks Hotel in Portumna.

Connolly welcomes significant investment announced for Bearna

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway West, John Connolly, has welcomed the announcement of funding for the Bearna Relief Rd project that will see the second phase of the planned road project developed.

Connemara councillor backs Tánaiste’s call for tougher action on dereliction

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Local Fine Gael Councillor Eileen Mannion has backed Tánaiste Simon Harris’s call for stronger action on derelict properties, saying tackling dereliction is essential if Ireland is to address its housing shortage.

Galway women to help shape Europe’s health and economic equality

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

When people think about European policymaking, they often picture Brussels. But some of the most important conversations influencing Europe’s policies on women’s health, finance, business and equality should be happening much closer to home - here in Galway.

Galway to Dublin train service has second highest ridership, yet still no catering, says Farrell

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The Iarnród Éireann train service from Galway to Dublin still lacks catering since Covid-19 measures suspended it. However, other major routes, such as Dublin/Cork and Dublin/Belfast, both have had catering services return since pandemic measures were lifted.

Aistear celebrate with night of stunning performance

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Members of Aistear, the winning group of the prestigious Craobh Siansa Gael Linn competition 2026 gathered in Michael Fawls, in Ennis, Co. Clare this weekend for a celebratory night of music and fun.

Get Race Day Ready with a Creative Millinery Workshop at The Connacht Hotel

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Fashion lovers, racegoers, and creative minds are invited to unleash their inner designer at a special Headpiece Workshop taking place at The Connacht Hotel this July.

Wind farms to deliver nearly €5 million funding boost to Galway County Council

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Galway wind farms will pay just under €5 million in rates to Galway County Council this year, enough to nearly cover the council’s entire contribution towards the operation and maintenance of water supply works across the county.

Galway County LCSP focuses on public drinking, water safety and local safety concerns

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

A new set of measures aimed at improving community safety in County Galway has been discussed by the Galway County Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP), including new bye-laws regulating alcohol consumption in public places and a major public consultation on safety concerns.

Michael D. Higgins to headline special Galway festival conversation on climate, culture, and hope

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Former President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, will join this year’s Galway Climate Inspirations Festival in a special public conversation exploring the intersection of climate action, culture, creativity and hope.

Council insists Cú Chulainn’s “man boobs” have attracted no comment in over a decade

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Galway County Council has insisted that there has been no comment in over a decade about the statue of Cú Chulainn in Athenry that was slammed by an art expert for having “man boobs” in last week’s Advertiser.

Galway Indian Cultural and Sports Community invite all to celebrate International Yoga Day 2026

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The Indian Cultural and Sports Community (ICSC) Galway is inviting people of all ages and backgrounds to join the celebration of International Yoga Day 2026 on Sunday, 21 June, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Coláiste Muire Máthair, St Mary’s Road, Galway.

Organised in collaboration with the Embassy of India in Dublin and Galway City Council, the event aims to promote health, wellbeing, mindfulness, and cultural understanding through the practice of yoga. Participation is free, and all members of the public are welcome.

Hoare feels tougher action on dereliction will change behaviour

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Local Fine Gael councillor Eddie Hoare has said that the tackling of derelction in Ireland is needed, not for financial benefit to local authorities, but to change behaviour of those who own the sites.

Islander fined for illegal gas work

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has prosecuted Padraic Donoghue for carrying out illegal gas works, and falsely claiming to be a registered gas installer (RGI) at Kilronan District Court.

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