New project delivers enhanced bus service for Parkmore

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

An extension of Galway’s busiest bus route to benefit workers in the important employment hub of Parkmore has been hailed as a positive development. Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Seán Canney, has officially opened the Parkmore Road Bus Priority Scheme which has facilitated the expansion of the Bus Éireann operated bus route into Parkmore Business Park West.

Galway Rural Development announces €130k LEADER injection into Mountbellew Shearfest

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

The promotion and delivery of the European Sheep Shearing and Wool-handling Championships in Mountbellew this June bank holiday weekend has been boosted by a funding boost of €130,000 from LEADER.

Importance of Mervue bus stop highlighted with the NTA by Farrell

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway West Mairéad Farrell has once again raised the importance of the retention of Mervue Bus Stop with the National Transport Authority.

Workers should have the right to retire at 65 or continue working if they choose to do so, says O’Hara

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara, has welcomed legislation known as the Employment (Contractual Retirement Ages) Bill. Where an employee does not consent to retire at their contractual retirement age, the Bill will have the effect of extending the retirement age in their contract to 66, at which age people may access the State Pension.

Retired P&T, An Post, Eircom workers set to hold reunion

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Retirees gather to reminisce about working in Eglinton Street on Friday May 23, 2025 at 7:30pm in the Menlo Park Hotel.

Students lead breakthrough study on diabetes drugs and dementia risk

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Two undergraduate medicine students at the University of Galway have led a major study examining how cardioprotective glucose-lowering therapies -medications that lower blood sugar and reduce the risk of heart disease in people with diabetes – affect the risk of developing dementia.

Galway County Council project transforms derelict Ballinasloe town centre site

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

A landmark building in Ballinasloe is set to be transformed to include a new community facility as part of a 16-unit residential housing development in the centre of the East Galway town.

Galway County Council has signed contracts with Custy Construction Ltd and OBFA Architects for the delivery of the scheme, which is being financed under the Government’s Housing For All programme and directly by the Local Authority.

Raftery returns to the Junior European Rally Championship with HRT Racing

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Aoife Raftery is set to compete in her third season of the Hankook FIA Junior FIA European Rally Championship.

Public meeting on short-term lets to be held next week

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

A public meeting on the issue of housing and short-term lets (STLs) will be held in Áras na nGael on Dominick Street Lower on Wednesday April 9 at 7pm.

Connolly welcomes progress on reopening of pathway near Renmore Barracks

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

A solution to the controversial closure of a pathway near Renmore Barracks could be in sight with the Defence Forces and Galway City Council expected to meet on the issue.

Ireland’s first Established Professor of Rural and Remote Medicine appointed

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

University of Galway has announced the appointment of Professor Robert Scully as Ireland’s first Established Professor of Rural and Remote Medicine.

FÍS Games Summit back, bigger and better than ever!

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway is the location where pioneering developers, design leaders, and cutting-edge creatives in the world of games will hold key conversations on the industry’s future.

Fundraising event brings ‘A Taste of Palestine’ to Galway

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway’s Palestinian and Irish communities will come together for a vibrant evening of culture, music, and solidarity at ‘A Taste of Palestine’, a fundraising event taking place at the Galway Rowing Club on Sunday, April 6.

Be part of the GUH Patient Council

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway University Hospitals (GUH) are currently looking for people to volunteer to be part of the Patient Council. The aim of the Patient Council is to work closely with staff to improve the experience patients and families of patients’ have when using the services of the hospital.

Leading health data platform Datavant opens global R&D hub in city

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Datavant – one of the world’s leading health data platform companies – has announced its expansion into Ireland with the opening of its global R&D centre in Galway.

Crowe calls for Pearse Stadium for potential rugby semi-final

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway City Councillor Michael Crowe has written to Connacht Rugby Chief Executive Willie Ruane, encouraging the province to consider Pearse Stadium in Salthill as the venue for a potential Challenge Cup semi-final, should Connacht reach the final four of the competition.

With Dexcom Stadium currently operating at reduced capacity, Cllr Crowe highlighted the opportunity to host the fixture at a larger venue, allowing more supporters to experience what would be a landmark sporting occasion in the west.

Hand in Hand’s first-ever Wellness Brunch raises €5,500

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Hand in Hand, a Galway-based national charity dedicated to supporting families affected by childhood cancer, is thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of its inaugural Wellness Brunch.

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.

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