Ticket hunt reaches fever pitch as Galway chase glory

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

As many as 50,000 Galway sports fans will head east this weekend, as Galway senior hurlers chase glory in a mouthwatering senior hurling final against Limerick at Croke Park.

RTÉ News appoints Joe Mag Raollaigh as new Managing Editor of Nuacht

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

RTÉ News is pleased to announce the appointment of Oranmore man Joe Mag Raollaigh as the new Managing Editor of Nuacht, the Irish Language News and Current Affairs service across RTÉ and for TG4.

Memorial mass for Fr Walter Macken

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Fr Walter Macken, son of the famous author Walter Macken and Peggy Kenny of Kenny’s Bookshop, died peacefully in Dublin on May 21st last. Fr Walter was a well-known figure both in Galway, where he lived for many years and in Dublin.

Inclusive Galway performance goes global

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

A powerful and immersive theatrical experience inspired by one of the greatest survival stories ever told is continuing its global voyage.

Recruitment of emergency mental health nurses for hospital commences

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Almost 10 months after funding was approved, recruitment for an out-of-hours mental health crisis nursing team in Galway city has begun.

Joyce Country Challenge for walkers this weekend

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

The 17th annual Joyce Country Challenge will take place this Saturday, July 18, 2026, offering walkers of all abilities the chance to experience one of Ireland’s most spectacular yet lesser-known hillwalking destinations.

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Joyce Country mountains, the event showcases the stunning Maumtrasna plateau and the iconic Devil’s Mother mountain on a circuit around Lough Nafooey. Participants will enjoy panoramic views across the Maamturk Mountains, Mweelrea, Killary Harbour, the Sheeffry Hills and the Western Lakes, making the challenge one of the highlights of the summer walking calendar.

Long service awards for three Galway RNLI crew

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Two crew from the Galway Lifeboat Station were recognised for 30 years of volunteering at a recent RNLI volunteer recognition event and a third crew received his 20 year long service medal.

Two helipads for new hospital

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

A €2 million rooftop helipad will cap University Hospital Galway’s €4 billion redevelopment, despite the HSE’s controversial purchase of Shantalla parkland to build a ground-level heliport.

Appeals tribunal finds that asylum seeker is not gay

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

An appeals tribunal has found that a Malawi man is not gay despite the man showing photos of himself attending a Pride parade and his participation in a Galway LGBTQI+ organisation.

Flood relief scheme drags toward planning stage

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Nearly five years after the project began, the Clifden flood relief scheme still has not moved past the first of five planned stages.

Young people meet with Government representatives, aiming to increase youth service funding

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Alánna O’Brien and Sonya Naumova, both of Galway city, met with TDs and representatives in Dublin to highlight the urgent need for increased Government investment in youth work services in Budget 2027.

Iarnród Éireann insist station costs on track despite delays, inflation and overruns

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Iarnród Éireann has insisted that the cost of Ceannt Station’s ongoing redevelopment is still within the budget announced in 2023, despite subsequent delays, significant inflation, requested design changes, wildlife issues, and announcements of significant overruns and budgetary changes from other public officials.

Donegalers and Kerrymen to be prioritised for planning in Connemara

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

The government’s draft planning guidelines could potentially give precedence to applicants from Gaeltachts in other counties over locals for one-off housing developments in Connemara.

Boston Scientific scaling heights for breast cancer research

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Employees from one of Galway’s leading medical device employers, Boston Scientific once again took on the Peak2Peak Challenge in support of their charity partner, the National Breast Cancer Research Institute (NBCRI), which involved climbing Crough Patrick in Mayo before traveling to Connemara to take on Diamond Hill all in one day.

An ode to the men of summer

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

So here you are, men of Galway; back to a familiar field. And you are here because you have faced down every challenge laid in front of you....and this Sunday, will be just another.

‘Airbnb is killing our community’ says tenants’ union as campaign to highlight effect commences

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

The Galway branch of the Community Action Tenants Union (CATU) took action this week to highlight the effect short-term lets are having on the community.

Mystery yacht for rent for hundred grand a week

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

If you’re wondering how best to enjoy the current sunny spell, and have a hundred grand to spare, a luxury yacht visiting Galway this week could be yours... but only for one week.

Fitzy hangs up the Love Island boots

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

And there we have it. After five weeks of flying the maroon flag in Mallorca, our Fitzy has called time on his Love Island playing career.

Guest judge announced for Mad Hatters competition

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

A professional makeup artist from Mayo, Hayley Coleman is renowned for her vibrant sense of style and strong connection to the West of Ireland, making her the perfect choice to judge one of the most colourful and creative competitions of the Galway Festival.

Rachel Gorry to judge HYDE Bar’s Ladies Day Best Dressed competition

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

HYDE Bar Galway has announced that one of Ireland’s best known social media personalities, Rachel Gorry, will be the special guest judge for its highly anticipated Ladies Day Best Dressed Competition during this year’s Galway Races.

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