Galway County Council urges Government to amend Occupied Territory Bill

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Galway County Council has passed a motion to call on the Government to amend the Israeli Settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory Bill to include the prohibition of trade in services.

Galway to have its say on future of coastal communities – MEP Nina Carberry

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

MEP Nina Carberry is calling on those living in the coastal areas of Galway to have their say as part of the EU’s public consultation on a new strategy for coastal communities.

Urgent action needed now to address tool theft – Senator PJ Murphy

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

A new Bill to tackle tool theft will help provide reassurance and security for tradespeople, Senator PJ Murphy of Fine Gael has said. Speaking at the launch of his Bill, which he is introducing to the Seanad this week, Senator Murphy said an amendment must be made to the Criminal Justice (Theft and Fraud Offence) Act 2001 to introduce a mandatory minimum custodial sentence of three years for tool theft.

University of Galway welcomes Government funding for new School of Medicine Building

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

University of Galway has welcomed the award of Government funding to progress the development of a new School of Medicine Building and support the expansion of healthcare education.

Salthill Knocknacarra GAA welcomes backing from politicians for Mincloon project

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Salthill Knocknacarra GAA has welcomed strong backing from senior Government Ministers and Galway City Mayor Mike Cubbard for the club’s proposed €10 million Mincloon development.

Calls on community groups in Galway to apply for Community Heritage Grant Scheme

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

The Heritage Council has launched the 2026 Community Heritage Grant Scheme and is inviting applications from community organisations throughout Galway.

€63.6 million boost to healthcare facilities in Galway – Naughton

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

The Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, this week approved the publication of the Health Service Executive’s Building and Equipment Capital Plan for 2026. This plan brings an investment of over €63.6 million to Galway as part of a €1.3 billion allocation nationally for the development and enhancement of healthcare infrastructure according to the Minister for Education, Hildegarde Naughton TD.

Kyne flys flag for Fine Gael

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

The confirmed entry of the Moycullen man has tightened odds in the Dáil race, as he is expected to draw votes from the same Connemara pool that bookies’ favourite, Councillor Noel Thomas (II), relies on, along with Oughterard candidate, Councillor Thomas Welby (Ind).

Honouring those who stand by the water’s edge

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

There are services we wish the world had no need of. There are callings we would gladly see made obsolete by calmer seas, by safer shores, by the absence of pain; by the simple grace of everyone returning home. And yet, because the waters can turn and fate can falter, there must be those who stand ready at the edge.

Galway libraries to host collaborative photography exhibition

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Cystic Fibrosis Ireland (CFI) in collaboration with photographer and person with Cystic Fibrosis (pwCF), Trevor O’Donoghue, will host the exhibition ‘The Cost of Breathing’ in Galway’s Westside Library until the March 8 and Ballinasloe Library from March 12 to 20.

Mother had no option but to hold her hand up - Judge

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

A mother of three was convicted of crashing into a parked car in a hotel car park and doing damage to the tune of €3,000 before fleeing the scene when her case came before Judge James Faughnan at Tuam District Court.

Second road ban for motorist who drove while disqualified

Wed, Feb 25, 2026

A man who was put off the road for driving without insurance was caught driving once again by Gardaí only five months later, Judge James Faughnan observed when the second case came before him at Tuam District Court.

Forward Naval base considered for west coast

Wed, Feb 25, 2026

The government’s long awaited maritime security strategy was published yesterday, including aspirations for a west coast naval installation.

'Nuisance but not a menace' back in court for public drunkenness

Tue, Feb 24, 2026

A man who has more than 60 convictions, mainly for being drunk and being a danger to himself around the city, was given bail at the District Court on Monday on condition he remain in an intoxicant-free state.

'Plenty of work' for tradesmen, judge tells unemployed plasterer on driving charge

Mon, Feb 23, 2026

A judge asked why a tradesman was not working when his case came before Tuam District Court. Judge James Faughnan was told the father of six before him was a plasterer by trade, but was not currently working.

Women Empowering Women as LEO Galway and Network Galway collaborate for International Women’s Day

Mon, Feb 23, 2026

The Salthill Hotel will play host to a vibrant morning of connection, conversation, and networking as Galway businesswomen come together to mark International Women’s Day on Friday, March 6.

Judge orders destruction of chef’s cannabis plant

Fri, Feb 20, 2026

A chef was so stressed by the unsocial hours of his work that he grew cannabis to self-medicate, his solicitor pleaded before Galway District Court.

Plans for 200-bed Merlin Park facility shelved

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

The Department of Health has downgraded plans for a new, fully resourced, 200-bed elective hospital building at Merlin Park.

87th Galway Bridge Congress next weekend

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

The 87th Galway Bridge Congress is scheduled for next weekend, February 20-22 at The Ardilaun Hotel in Galway.

Student shop worker scanned items and then refunded herself

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

A young student became so strapped for cash to pay rent that she devised an elaborate scam to steal from her employer, Mr Price, Judge Valerie Corcoran was told at Galway District Court.

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