‘Gaillimh Ogbu!’ is rallying call for by-election

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Helen Ogbu was formally endorsed by the Labour Party at a heavily attended selection convention this week, to chants of “Gaillimh Abú, Gallimh Ogbu” by almost 100 supporters.

Significant school building projects for Galway approved , says Minister Naughton

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Local TD and Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton TD, yesterday approved a significant tranche of new school projects for Galway and substantial extensions to existing Galway schools.

Galway City Council receives €127,500 Built Heritage Investment Scheme funding

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Galway City Council has received €127,500 in Built Heritage Investment Scheme Funding for both Protected Structures and buildings in Architectural Conservation Areas in the city.

Dunmore residents reach boiling point regarding Bridge St

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Residents’ anger over the long-running street widening and regeneration issues in Dunmore dominated discussion at Galway County Council’s January Plenary Meeting this week, with councillors warning that frustration in the north Galway town is reaching a critical point.

Delay in primary care centres across county

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Fifteen years after An Cheathrú Rua was identified as a priority location for a HSE primary care centre, nothing has happened.

Turning points and the weight of witness

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

World affairs are often described as a procession of turning points—moments when history bends, decisively, in a new direction. Yet they are rarely announced as such at the time. They arrive disguised as chaos, outrage, or exhaustion.

The shocking scenes from Minneapolis, broadcast across the world, felt disturbingly familiar, echoing images from the Middle East and Ukraine over the past two years. Different contexts, different causes, yet the same raw choreography of power, protest, violence and grief.

Councillors’ disquiet as no sign of Galway 2020 suits in City Hall in 2025

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

The body set up to implement Galway’s winning 2020 European City of Culture bid, and its legacy, was unsuccessfully invited to attend Galway City Council three times last year, to explain its recent activities.

Judge asks if speeding motorist was 'on Red Bull'

Wed, Jan 28, 2026

A Judge asked if a driver was “on Red Bull” when he was told that the defendant was detected driving at 196kph on the motorway, where the maximum speed limit is 120kph.

Former Galway TD sentenced to community service in lieu of prison

Tue, Jan 27, 2026

Former Galway East TD Colm Keaveney appeared before Tuam District Court on Tuesday for his sentencing hearing, where Judge James Faughnan imposed 220 hours of Community Service in lieu of a four-month prison sentence.

Historic buildings in Galway to receive €330,000 in conservation funding

Tue, Jan 27, 2026

More than €330,000 in funding has been announced for a range of conservation projects on heritage buildings in Galway. 

Woman in court for years-old unpaid fines raises €200 to avoid custody

Tue, Jan 27, 2026

A woman who was brought before Tuam District Court on foot of a warrant for not paying fines dating back to 2019 was told that she was costing the State too much and she would have to be held in custody until she came up with the €200.

Galway man proves he is World's Toughest with 4,800km ocean race win

Mon, Jan 26, 2026

A Galway man was on on cloud nine this weekend after winning the solo class in the World’s Toughest Row – a 4,800km race across the Atlantic.

Lucky escape for driver who was between insurance policies

Mon, Jan 26, 2026

A self-employed beauty therapist ran the risk of being disqualified from driving for two years, five penalty points on her licence and a fine of up to €5,000 when her insurance policy was found to have lapsed for just a few hours.

Falling out between brothers sees one in court on insurance charge

Fri, Jan 23, 2026

A falling out between two brothers led to one appearing before Tuam District Court charged with driving without insurance.

Council aims to bridge funding gap

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

Galway City Council is intent on progressing a pedestrian and bicycle link across the stone abutments of the former Clifden Railway Bridge, despite national funding cancelled for this piece of the Connemara Greenway.

Independent Councillor Geraldine Donohue to host information session for family carers in Galway

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

Independent Councillor Geraldine Donohue will host a free Information Session for family carers across Galway on Friday, January 30 at 11.00am in Sullivan’s Royal Hotel, Gort. The event aims to provide vital, up-to-date information and practical guidance for those caring for family members in their homes and communities.

Ballybane Garda clinic next week

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

The next Garda clinic in the Hub will take place on Saturday, January 24, from 7:30pm to 8:00pm.

If you require forms to be signed, crime prevention advice, or wish to report a crime, please call into the Hub and speak with your local Community Garda, Kenneth Boyle.

Tale of half honest Hamlet played out in Galway court

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

AN opportunistic thief with a bit of a conscience was honest enough to hand in a purse he stole from a lady at a filling station, but not honest enough to hand back the cash it contained, his barrister pleaded at Galway District Court.

Hotel chef allegedly battered in kitchen

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

THE case against a man accused of entering the House Hotel and assaulting a chef working there will be heard at Galway District Court on March 22 next.

Best bars to enjoy the game on match day

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

It is hard to match the atmosphere of game day in the city, when Connacht Rugby are in action. Whether it’s a cosy corner to meet with friends before the game or you want to be in the heart of it with Connacht fans, some of the best match day bars must include:

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