Fancy being a Summer Street Ambassador?

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Are you one of those locals who can not resist directing tourists looking lost?

Ogbu secures approval for a disability access officer and Inclusion Committee

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Councillor Helen Ogbu successfully passed a motion at the latest Galway City Council meeting, paving the way for the establishment of a disability access officer and a Disability and Inclusion Committee.

“This is a significant step forward in ensuring that Galway city is accessible, inclusive, and representative of all its citizens,” said Cllr Ogbu.

President Higgins salutes Druid for 50 years of excellence

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

After a 50th birthday double performance of Shakespeare and Synge in its home town of Galway this summer, Druid Theatre will tour two more anniversary plays by Beckett and The Bard to Dublin and New York.

Connacht Hospitality Group contributes €147,000 for charity in 2024

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

The Connacht Hospitality Group continues in its efforts to make a meaningful impact in the Galway community, with an incredible €147,000 going to local charities and not for profit organisations in 2024. This latest milestone brings the Group’s cumulative fundraising and contributions total to €360,000 since 2022.

Each property within the Group spearheaded its own fundraising efforts throughout the year, resulting in significant donations to vital local organisations, some of this years efforts include:

Tribesman Triathlon to be held on university campus this June

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway Triathlon Club is has announced the return of the Tribesman Triathlon taking place on Sunday June 15th. Following its successful comeback in 2024 after a six year hiatus, last year’s event was marked by perfect weather and an electric atmosphere, setting the stage for an even more exhilarating race this year.

Thursday Lates launched in city

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway City Council Night-Time Economy and Galway Arts Centre are excited to announce the launch of ‘’Thursday Lates,’’ a six-month pilot programme extending its opening hours to provide greater access to arts and culture in Galway City. Starting April 3rd, the centre will remain open every Thursday evening from 10 am to 9 pm, for a six-month period. This initiative directly aligns with feedback from consultations for the Galway City Night-Time Economy Action Plan 2024-2025, which highlighted the extension of cultural venue opening hours as a key priority for the community. It also aligns with the Night-Time Economy Taskforce recommendations and the Program for Government’s objective to promote later opening hours at cultural venues, offering flexible access for visitors and supporting the expansion of related services.

In addition to the existing exhibitions, a series of events will be added during ‘’Thursday Lates’’ to enhance the evening experience further. A detailed schedule of these events will be available on the Galway Arts Centre website. Throughout the pilot, Galway Arts Centre will gather public feedback to understand visitor motivations and identify any operational challenges or opportunities. This information will improve public access, reach a wider audience, and develop sustainable models for future extended hours.

Farrell slams restrictions to the Tenant in Situ Scheme

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway West, Mairéad Farrell, has strongly criticised the government’s decision to restrict the Tenant in Situ scheme, an important measure to prevent homelessness.

It comes as the government has issued a circular to local authorities implementing all of the restrictions to the scheme that were proposed last month, including the deprioritising of singles and couples without children, the insistence on RTB registration and valid Notice of Termination; exclusion of reasonable refurbishment costs; and the two-year rule whereby the HAP tenancy must have been in place for at least two years. There is also a requirement for the Council Chief Executive to sign off on every single purchase.

Barna protest inspires Coast Road communities

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Parents and teachers at Barna National School have been calling for improved pedestrian facilities for years, but the opening of a new petrol station and mini market opposite the school last month has upped the ante.

The passing of two masters

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

This week, Galway lost two figures whose artistry and passion have shaped the city in ways that will never be forgotten. Ken Bruen, the celebrated crime noir writer, and John Herrick, the footballer and signwriter, both passed away within days of each other, leaving behind legacies as distinct as they were lasting. In their own ways, both men captured the essence of Galway—its resilience, its beauty, and its contradictions. One could strike a ball, the other a chord, but both have forever altered the landscape of this beloved city.

O’Hara welcomes legislation to extend Widow’s Pension to cohabiting couples

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara, has welcomed legislation known as the Bereaved Partners Pension Bill to extend the widow and widower’s pension to cohabiting couples. The legislation has come about following a legal case taken by John O’Meara, who was refused the payment following the death of his long-term partner, and O’Hara said it was critical that the legislation is progressed and enacted quickly.

Three year countdown for Galway City Ring Road

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

This is the expectation of Roads and Infrastructure Minister of State, Sean Canney, who welcomed a €2.4m funding allocation for environmental reports and consultancy services necessary to advance the project to the next stage of planning this week.

No cash for Claregalway bypass

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Expectations that a bypass for Claregalway would be funded this year were dashed when the traffic bottleneck was not included in a €633 million allocation for new national roads announced this week.

Climb Croagh Patrick for Galway Hospice

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Take on the Croagh Patrick Climb for Galway Hospice on Saturday, 21st June.

Galway ambulances go to Limerick to be repaired, bemoans councillor

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Ambulances in the Galway area that need to be repaired have to be taken to Limerick as there is no authorised dealer to fix them locally, the HSE’s Regional Health Forum was told this week.

Salmon club and syndicate at Delphi Lodge

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Delphi Lodge presents an opportunity to purchase prime Irish salmon fishing and country cottage accommodation for a fixed week or more each year for five years.

16th-Century Tower House Model and Battle of Aughrim Photographic Exhibition at Galway City Museum

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Galway City Museum has announced the latest additions to its exhibitions. In 2024, the Museum was awarded €15,000 through the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media’s Regional Museum Exhibitions Scheme. This funding has enabled the Museum to commission a stunning 3D model of a 16th-century Tower House, now on display as part of the Keepers of the Gael exhibition.

Get ready for 2025 Ground and Co Salthill Fives

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Get ready for the ultimate family-friendly sports event of the year. The 2025 Salthill National 5-a-side returns to Salthill Park on May 31 and June 1, 2025. Following the overwhelming success of previous years, this year’s event promises even more excitement, keeping the same thrilling format with some fantastic additions. Expect a men’s tournament (minimum of three games per team), an U13 boys’ tournament, and an U13 girls’ tournament.

FORUM Connemara CLG to launch Workability project and toolkit

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

FORUM Connemara CLG is tomorrow officially launching the WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Project – ‘Working Together / Ag Obair Le Chéile’ and is also launching a Toolkit for Employers.

FORUM Connemara is working towards creating inclusive workplaces by supporting people with disabilities or mental health conditions together with employers.

Get outdoors and explore the islands with Aran Island Ferries

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Get outdoors with the award-winning Aran Island Ferries and explore the Aran Islands for spring and summer.

McDonagh confirms that Letteragh Road resurfacing will happen soon

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Labour Galway City Central Councillor John McDonagh has confirmed that the much-needed resurfacing of Letteragh Road will be carried out shortly.

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