Dolores was a living expression of Galway’s soul

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

There are some voices that belong not just to a person, but to a place — voices that seem to rise out of the land itself, shaped by weather, memory and time. The passing of Dolores Keane is, for Galway, the loss of one such voice: not merely a singer, but a living expression of the county’s soul.

Community to be fractured as 14 families see leases terminated

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Cuirt Eigis in Ballybane comes alive in the summer, but the fate of 14 families living there has become a political hot potato, with local reps disagreeing on how best to assist tenants who must leave by the autumn.

Almost 38,500 Galway workers auto-enrolled since start of year

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

One in twenty of the workers auto-enrolled to the Government’s new Auto-Enrolment (AE) scheme, ‘My Future Fund’– or 38,463 in total - come from Galway.

Galway player wins half a million on Tuesday’s EuroMillions

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

An online EuroMillions player from Galway scooped €500,000 in Tuesday night’s draw and was yesterday informed by email of the big win.

Consternation as inappropriate ‘Epstein Files’ float takes part in Headford parade

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

A controversial float referencing the so-called “Epstein Files” sparked widespread backlash after appearing at the Headford St Patrick’s Day parade on Tuesday.

Travellers call on city pubs to let them in

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Posters have been erected around town advertising a ‘March to the Arch’ on Saturday, March 21, at 1.30pm from Galway Cathedral to Spanish Arch.

Tool theft bill debate is step towards protecting tradespeople - Murphy

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

The progression of proposed tool theft legislation into Second Stage at the Seanad has been described by a Fine Gael Senator as “an important step towards protecting tradespeople and their livelihoods.”

Porridge produces poison-proof rats

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

An external rodent survey of a private house near the city centre earlier this month has revealed the worst residential infestation one rat catcher has seen in 19 years, with around 50 normally nocturnal rodents recorded openly climbing up ivy in broad daylight, or along boundary walls, indicating more than 100 inside, and probably more.

Easter egg hunt and family day out in nature at Brigit’s Garden

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Join in on an unforgettable family day out at the annual Easter Egg Hunt, on Saturday, April 4, Sunday, April 5, and Monday, April 6, from 12 noon until 4pm. Enjoy a mix of adventure, creativity, and seasonal fun.

Consternation as inappropriate 'Epstein Files' float takes part in Headford parade

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

A controversial float referencing the so-called “Epstein Files” sparked widespread backlash after appearing at the Headford St Patrick’s Day parade on Tuesday.

Galway player wins half a million on Tuesday's EuroMillions

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

An online EuroMillions player from Galway scooped €500,000 in Tuesday night's draw and was yesterday informed by email of the big win.

Doughiska Skatepark Upgrade nominated for ICE Award in Leisure or Tourism Category

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Galway City Council has announced that the newly upgraded Doughiska Skatepark has been shortlisted for an Irish Construction Excellence (ICE) Award in the Leisure or Tourism category. The nomination recognises the transformation of a well used but aging facility into a modern, inclusive and technically advanced skatepark that now ranks among the best of its kind in Ireland.

TII told delays to N65 repairs ‘unacceptable’ – O’Hara

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara has said that TII must ensure the repair of the Heathlawn section of the N65 without any further delay. This follows a meeting organised by O’Hara, attended by representatives of TII, Galway County Council, and local Oireachtas members.

'Wow!' – Judge’s reaction to woman’s 355 previous convictions

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

WHEN a Judge at Galway District Court was informed that a defendant before her had 355 previous convictions, her reaction was “Wow.”

Headford man charged with cultivating cannabis in home

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

A JUDGE in the District Court has refused jurisdiction in the case brought against a Headford man who is charged with cultivating cannabis plants in his home.

Garda sniffer dog ends Arts Festival party

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

A YOUNG man enjoying summer festivities in the city had a Garda sniffer dog put an end to the party when it detected cocaine on his person.

Claddagh Watch volunteers should not be put in danger, court told

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

A JUDGE expressed concern for the safety of Claddagh Watch volunteers who are put in danger by the carelessness of those who venture near the city’s waterways in an intoxicated state, and put themselves and others in danger.

No second chance for man who now has drug conviction on record

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

A MAN who had used up the one and only chance offered drug offenders by Galway District Court left the Court with a criminal conviction for possession of cannabis on his record as well as being €250 poorer.

Prison for man who threatened to “bottle” city shop-worker

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

A CITY-centre shopkeeper who was threatened with being “bottled” by a man who had previously been barred from the shop, did not wish to make a victim-impact statement but asked that the habitual criminal be permanently barred from the shop when the case came before the local District Court.

Mannequin lost the head at Christmas market

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

A MAN who stole the head off a mannequin at the Galway Christmas Market smashed it off the ground when he was challenged by the stall holder.

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