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Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Burglary in Ballinasloe
Gardaí are investigating the burglary of a house in Sli na Habhainn, Ballinasloe on Thursday, February 19, between the hours of 3:00pm and 6:00pm. Entry to the house was gained through the kitchen window.
Gardaí are investigating the burglary of a house in Sli na Habhainn, Ballinasloe on Thursday, February 19, between the hours of 3:00pm and 6:00pm. Entry to the house was gained through the kitchen window.
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Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Iarnrod Eireann is asking any potential suppliers of a much-needed and long awaited return to onboard catering services on the Dublin to Galway rail lines to be creative and innovative when identifying solutions.
Read more ...Michael D holds forth from home
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Michael D is back home, and he’s not holding back.
Read more ...Fourth civic amenity site approved for County Galway
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Galway County Council has signed a €496,763 public works contract with Kenny Civils & Plant Ltd for the construction of a new Civic Amenity Facility in Gort.
Read more ...Farrell launches survey on 424 bus
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Sinn Féin TD for Galway West Mairéad Farrell has launched a survey asking passengers on the 424 bus service between Conamara and Galway city to log any time they are left behind by the bus to draw the NTA’s attention to the ongoing capacity issues on the route at peak times.
Read more ...Young Creatives reimagine Galway’s Westend through EU digital storytelling project
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Galway Voices: Stories from the Edge is a new EU-supported, youth-led digital storytelling project showcasing the creative energy, community spirit and night-time vibrancy of Galway’s Westend.
Read more ...Constructive engagement on Ballybane Road and Castlepark Road Cycle Network Scheme
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Members of the Galway City Council executive and Elected Members from the city’s East Ward have held positive discussions on the Ballybane Road and Castlepark Road Cycle Network Scheme, as the project enters its final stages. As Councillors outlined feedback they have received from members of the public regarding the ongoing works, Council staff have confirmed that the project is now on track to be completed ahead of schedule within the coming months.
Read more ...Few drinks after a funeral costs professional driver his licence
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
A professional driver on his way home from a funeral turned his car into a driveway and hid in the bushes when he spotted a Garda checkpoint ahead of him.
Read more ...‘Very nice young fellow’ put off the road
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
A defendant described by an arresting Garda “as a very nice young fellow” appeared before a special sitting of Tuam District Court on a charge of drunk driving.
Read more ...‘Bully’ warned to stay away from Community Warden
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
A MAN described by a Judge as a bully for abusing and threatening a Council Community Warden was given a five-month prison sentence, suspended for two years on strict behavioural conditions, when his case came before Judge Vincent Deane at a special sitting of Tuam District Court.
Read more ...Mother goes €20,000 cash and bond for son’s bail
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
A woman handed over €10,000 in cash at Galway District Court on Monday as bail for her son, and produced evidence that she had a further €10,000 in her account to meet his bail set by the High Court at €20,000.
Read more ...Community appeal launched to clear €5,000 shortfall for Headford Christmas lights
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
The Headford and District Association is appealing to the community for urgent support as it faces a €5,000 shortfall following the installation of this year’s Christmas lights in Headford. We launched an appeal prior to Christmas and were overwhelmed by the generosity of local businesses. Unfortunately, given the increased costs this year, the funds raised did not fully cover the expenses.
Read more ...Labour candidate calls for urgent action to protect remote work in Galway
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Labour Councillor Helen Ogbu has called on Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to urgently support and protect remote work opportunities for workers in Galway, following new CSO figures which show a significant drop in the number of people working from home across Ireland in the past year and a sharp increase in those now forced to return to daily commutes.
Read more ...Culinary treats and garda clinic at Ballybane Community Hub
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Residents of Ballybane are being invited to welcome the season with a celebration of fresh, foraged flavours later this week in the Community Hub
A spring-themed cookery demonstration will take place tonight Thursday, February 26, at 7pm, showcasing the culinary potential of wild garlic, which is currently growing in abundance in Merlin Woods. Hosted by chef Maria McNeela, the evening promises an exploration of simple, seasonal cooking techniques designed to make the most of this versatile ingredient.
Read more ...A half marathon that ‘maters’ — Adventure beckons on Inis Mór this April
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
The Aer Arann Islands Half Marathon on Inis Mór is back, raising vital funds to support patients in the Mater Public Hospital and promising ceol, craic and camaraderie on the weekend of April 10-12.
Read more ...Portiuncula University Hospital appoints Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Oncology
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Portiuncula University Hospital (PUH) has announced the appointment of Sarah Ennis as Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) in Oncology, further enhancing its nurse-led oncology services and improving access to specialist cancer care for patients across the region.
Read more ...Galway GAA star Joe Bergin named as Group CEO of Elkstone
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Former Galway GAA star Joe Bergin has been appointed Group CEO of leading Irish investment firm Elkstone, which has announced a series of strategic leadership appointments as the firm positions to scale its business across venture and real estate.
Read more ...Iarnrod Eireann asking potential on-board catering suppliers to be creative
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Iarnrod Eireann is asking any potential suppliers of a much-needed and long awaited return to onboard catering services on the Dublin to Galway rail lines to be creative and innovative when identifying solutions.
Read more ...New €34m research-led hub at University of Galway aims to position the entire region as a global leader in HealthTech
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
A new HealthTech hub, the result of a multimillion-euro Government investment to drive regional development by accelerating the commercialisation of cutting-edge, patient-focused research, has been officially launched at University of Galway this week.
Read more ...Councillors voice road safety concerns
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Road safety was in focus at the recent plenary meeting of Galway County Council after a tragic weekend on Irish roads.
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