Man allegedly threatened to torture neighbour

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

A MAN who is alleged to have threatened to torture a neighbour and cause grievous bodily harm to him had his case adjourned until November 11 when he appeared before Galway District Court on harassment charges.

Judge commends excellent Garda response in Oranmore scrap case

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

THE fast response by Gardaí to a call reporting suspicious activity in a derelict property in Oranmore was commended by Judge Tom McSharry when a defendant was brought before him in relation to the alleged incident.

Flight academy offer could put millions into councils’ coffers while keeping airport in public ownership

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

A proposal that could see Galway Airport transformed into a centre for commercial flight training, while remaining in public ownership, has put a fresh option on the table as the future of the strategic Carnmore site continues to be debated.

Copper art of city emerges following Tennessee plea

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Proud Claddagh man Tommy Holohan reckons he may have solutions to two issues raised by the Galway Advertiser over recent weeks.

Government to support Galway pilot district heating project, says Naughton

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Local TD and Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton, has announced that the Government will support Galway’s pilot district heating project to be located beside Galway Crystal in Merlin Park.

Not one dog fouling fine in Galway — but 1,520 motorists fined for blocking footpaths

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Galway dog owners were not issued with a single fine for dog fouling last year, but more than 1,500 motorists were penalised for parking on footpaths in the city and county.

Winter of discontent looms at University

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

With workers struggling under significant and ongoing cost-of-living increases, Government has refused to open meaningful negotiations on public sector pay and conditions since the last Public Sector Agreement expired in June.

Aontú calls halt to city logo roll-out

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

The party’s representative for Galway West, Orla Nugent, has called on City Hall to halt its roll-out of the new logo before more money is spent rebranding after a €28,000 initial outlay.

Students’ Union announces charity partners for the year

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

The University of Galway Students’ Union announced their charity partners for the upcoming academic term this week: Galway Rape Crisis Cenre and the Irish Cancer Society. The Union will hold fundraising events throughout the year on behalf of the two charities.

This winter, give something that money can’t buy

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

There is something about the end of summer that makes us stop and take stock.The evenings are getting shorter. The school bags are back at the door. The summer clothes are slowly making their way to the back of the wardrobe and, before we know it, the clocks will go back and the pace of life will change once again.

Gardai probe assault, burglary, and damage in county

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Gardai in Galway are investigating a serious assault that occurred on Monivea Road in Galway city on September 27 at 2.20pm.

Carragh Hill residents circle wagons

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

When pioneers felt their women and children were under threat from marauding savages, they circled their wagons and fought back.

Ceannt Station rape accused again remanded in custody

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Two men accused of the rape and false imprisonment of a woman at Ceannt Station on August 1 last, came before Galway District Court on Monday and had their cases put back until the October 12 sitting, when they will have the option of pleading guilty to the charges or of opting for a book of evidence in order to assist them in defending their case.

Both defendants appeared via video-link from prison before Judge Tom McSharry at Galway District Court on Monday, September 28. An Arabic interpreter was again in Court to assist with translating the proceedings.

Galway City Community Network calls for immediate halt to Merlin Woods clear-felling

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Galway City Community Network (GCCN) is calling for a halt to the clear-felling of all healthy standing conifers in Merlin Woods. Galway City Council states that the clear-felling is intended to address the damage caused by Storm Éowyn that took place in January 2025.

Colette: a commitment to creation

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Colette is already a film with love at its core. The Galway-born brothers Jake and Luke are dedicated to producing the project through whatever means necessary - even if it means going to England.

Councillors clash with officials in closed session on keeping ‘G’

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Around 50 protestors picketed City Hall on College Road, Wednesday evening, as councillors met inside to discuss Galway City Council's contentious rebranding plan.

The devastation of Gaza - from doctors’ eyes

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

A new documentary detailing the “calculated dismantling of life itself” in Gaza is screening at the Town Hall Theatre for one night only on October 8, at 8pm, with a special Q&A afterward featuring Dr Victoria Rose, Prof. Nick Maynard, and Alaa Alqaisi.

“Living with Loss” evening in Carraroe

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Are you grieving, supporting someone who is, or working in this area? A “Living with Loss” evening will be held to offer you a space to feel seen, heard and supported.

Carnevale Éireannach i Verona na hIodáile

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

"Chuir mé ríomhphost acub, níor cheap mé tada," a deir an t-amhránaí MacDara Ó Conaola. Tá an ceoltóir clúiteach as Inis Oírr díreach théis filleadh abhaile ó chathair Verona, in oir-thuaisceart na hIodáile - áit a raibh sé ag glacadh páirte i bhféile idirnáisiúnta Tocatì, le ceiliúradh a dhéanamh ar spórtanna agus ar chluichí traidisiúnta.