Day Care Services for Older Persons opens in Tuam unit

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

The Joe & Helen O’Toole, Community Nursing Unit (CNU), Tuam recently opened its doors for the first time to Day Care Services.

Galway launch of news report shows local news sources among most trusted

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

A majority of Irish people are either extremely or very interested in news, according to the annual Digital News Report Ireland 2025, published in Galway on Tuesday by Coimisiún na Meán. Research for the Digital News Report was undertaken by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at the University of Oxford and analysis of the Irish data is provided by the DCU Institute for Future Media, Democracy and Society (FuJo).

FutureTrials25 shaping the future of clinical trials

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

University of Galway this week welcomed global leaders in healthcare, regulation, pharma, medtech and patient advocacy to FutureTrials25, a landmark international conference focused on transforming how clinical trials are designed, delivered, and experienced.

Reddington raises concerns over Irish Water project at Carheens to Caltragh Road

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Councillor Andrew Reddington raised concerns during the recent Council meeting regarding the timeline and communication from Irish Water concerning the pipe upgrade project at Carheens to Caltragh.

New Navy base in Galway a ‘no brainer’

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Galway is the leading location for a new naval installation as part of a rethink on how Ireland should police its vast western sea area.

Naval base for Galway overdue but welcome

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

The development of Galway Port is overdue and welcome. It is also very timely given the strategic threats to Ireland’s national security.

Life in the Spirit Seminar at St Columba’s Church, Castlegar

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

St Columba’s Church in Castlegar are hosting a Life in the Spirit Seminar which began last night Wednesday, 18th June and running through to 30th July. The seminar consists of seven weekly sessions, held every Wednesday from 7:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Sysco installs life-saving AED at Galway facility

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Sysco has installed a new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at its Galway site at Glennascaul, Oranmore, as part of a national effort to support cardiac emergency response.

Work to begin on new phase of Athenry Northern Ring Road

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Galway County Council has confirmed that construction of the western section of the Athenry Northern Ring Road will commence in the coming weeks with a completion date of late 2025.

Galway City moves into Top Ten in litter league

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

The latest survey from business group Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) reveals Galway City Centre is ‘Cleaner than European Norms’ in 10th spot in the ranking of 40 towns and cities across Ireland, a rise of one position on last year. Meanwhile, Ballybane is again littered towards the foot of the table.

Guarding the gate — why we need a western naval base

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Times have changed. There was once a time when we, on this wind-lashed rock at the far edge of the Atlantic, could keep our heads down and our noses out of trouble. We enjoyed the luxury of obscurity. But that time is over. The world has changed—and not in subtle ways. We are entering a new era of geopolitical instability, technological vulnerability, and organised criminal sophistication. Ireland, and particularly our western coast, can no longer afford to remain a blind spot on the strategic map of Europe.

Our western seaboard—open, exposed, and largely unguarded—has become both an opportunity and a liability. On one hand, it offers immense promise in the form of renewable energy. The Atlantic winds promise to transform us into the “Saudi Arabia” of marine and offshore wind power. But prosperity attracts interest—and not all of it friendly. As global tensions rise and the New World Order begins to flex its muscles, we must ask: who is minding the gate?

Red squirrels getting wise to native predator, University of Galway study shows

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Ireland’s native red squirrels are able to detect and respond to a returning natural predator, the pine marten, according to a new study from University of Galway.

Rush to get light rail route funding

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

With only a week to go until deadline for submissions to the National Development Plan (NDP), advocates for light rail in Galway sought a last-minute meeting with county councillors this week.

Pre-excavation works commence at former Mother and Baby institution

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Pre-excavation works at the site of the former Mother and Baby institution in Tuam, Co Galway began on Monday.

Water Safety Ireland condemns vandalism of life-saving ring buoys

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Water Safety Ireland has strongly condemned the recent act of vandalism involving the deliberate removal of multiple ring buoys from their designated yellow housings in Galway.

Cregmore-Claregalway FC inaugural 6-a-side competition

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

The Cregmore-Claregalway FC six-a-side event is taking place on Saturday, June 28, a day that will be packed full of fun and sport.

Ongoing failure of apprenticeship system still wreaking havoc for young people, says Farrell

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Deputy Mairéad Farrell, TD for Galway West, said this week that the craft apprenticeship system is still failing young people.

Guarding the gate — why we need a western naval base

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Times have changed. There was once a time when we, on this wind-lashed rock at the far edge of the Atlantic, could keep our heads down and our noses out of trouble. We enjoyed the luxury of obscurity. But that time is over. The world has changed—and not in subtle ways. We are entering a new era of geopolitical instability, technological vulnerability, and organised criminal sophistication. Ireland, and particularly our western coast, can no longer afford to remain a blind spot on the strategic map of Europe.

Leonard Catering brings award-winning culinary excellence to Claregalway

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

A small village with a big heart, there is no shortage of excellent dining venues in Claregalway, thanks to Leonard Catering, an award-winning group dedicated to authentic Irish hospitality and top-tier cuisine. Among its standout venues are Peggy’s Bar & Restaurant in Aucloggen, the newly acquired Lydon’s Bar & Restaurant in Knockdoe, and the ever-popular McHugh’s Bar & Restaurant on the Tuam Road.

Claregalway Educate Together NS celebrates twenty years

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

On September 1, 2025, Claregalway Educate Together National School (CETNS) will mark a remarkable milestone, 20 years since first opening its doors as Galway North Educate Together in temporary accommodation in Cloonbiggen. This anniversary is a testament to two decades of growth, community spirit, and a steadfast commitment to academic excellence and equality-based education in the heart of Claregalway village.

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