UHG under significant pressure from flu, ED and Norovirus

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

University Hospital Galway has been under significant pressure this week with high attendances in the ED, the hospital treating multiple patients with flu, and managing a Norovirus outbreak.

Galway city in Top 10 as Ballybane struggles in 2025 litter rankings

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

The latest litter survey by business group Irish Business Against Litter ((IBAL) shows Galway City in ninth spot in the ranking of 40 towns and cities. Ballybane, however, is still ‘littered’ in 39th. Sligo finished atop the IBAL table for the first time in a study which showed that city areas in particular cleaned up in 2025.

Big developments for Athenry Community Playground this spring

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Athenry Community Playground will be undergoing over €150,000 worth of major upgrades in the coming months with help from funding from LEADER.

Galway City Centre maintains high standards in latest IBAL results

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Galway City Centre was once again awarded a status of ‘Cleaner than European Norms’ in the most recent Irish Businesses Against Litter (IBAL) results. Galway City Centre is one of only 10 places in Ireland to be given this high standard. The good news comes only a month after Galway Tidy Towns won a Gold Medal for the City Centre area.

Pre-Christmas night out had nasty New Year hangover

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

A pre-Christmas night on the town in Galway had a nasty New Year hangover for a young father when he was fined €500 for a public order offence.

Defence call for psychiatrist report for accused Bohermore woman

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

A woman alleged to have tried on clothes in the changing room of a Galway store and who attempted to leave wearing them without paying for the items pleaded not guilty to a charge of criminal damage when she appeared before Judge Fiona Lydon at Galway District Court this week.

Canney welcomes approval of LEADER funding for Belclare playground upgrades

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Seán Canney TD, Minister of State for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports and Leader in Cabinet of the Independent Ministers, has welcomed the formal approval of LEADER funding for significant upgrades to the playground at Belclare Sports Facility, following an application submitted by him on behalf of the local community.

Reddington encourages people to make submissions to Headford Active Travel Scheme

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Cllr Andrew Reddington has advised the public to make submissions on the Headford Active Travel Scheme for Church Road.

History talk to focus on sibling and cousin relationships

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

The nature of family relationships will be examined the first lecture in the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society spring series, which will be held in the Harbour Hotel on Monday, January 13 at 8pm.

Passing of one of the great listeners of Irish broadcasting

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

John Quinn, who has died aged 84, was one of the great listeners of Irish broadcasting: a man whose life’s work was shaped by an attentiveness to language, memory and the quiet drama of ordinary lives. A Galway-based broadcaster and programme maker for more than a quarter of a century, he transformed radio into a space where curiosity, empathy and imagination could flourish, and where the voices of others were always placed at the centre.

Music, memory and Maeve: Mick Crehan on love, loss and a night for Galway Hospice

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Galway has been carrying a quiet sadness this winter, the kind that settles gently but deeply. Maeve Joyce-Crehan’s passing last January marked the end of a life lived fully in the service of this city — across media, commerce, culture and community. For her husband, Mick Crehan, the loss is both immeasurable and intensely personal.

Lily Hughes exhibition to benefit Galway Hospice

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Renowned Galway artist, Lily Hughes of Renmore, a practitioner of over 25 years and a lifelong advocate for the arts in Galway, is to host an exhibition of her work from tomorrow with the proceeds to go towards helping the fantastic work of the Galway Hospice.

Fundraising Acupuncture Day for Ábalta Autism School

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

On Sunday, January 18, the Crane Clinic for Acupuncture & Natural Health, located in Galway’s Westend, will be hosting a special fundraising day in support of Ábalta Autism School, Parkmore, Galway.

From 10am to 6pm, you can enjoy a 30-minute acupuncture treatment for just €35, with all proceeds going directly to Ábalta. Funds raised will help provide day trips, sensory equipment, and additional therapies for the wonderful children attending the school.

Noel Thomas says Mercosur puts everyday standards at risk

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Independent Ireland Galway West candidate Noel Thomas has warned that the Government’s increasingly soft approach to the EU–Mercosur trade deal risks undermining food standards that people rely on every day when shopping, working and raising families.

Galway fishermen angry at quota negotiations, says Thomas

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Independent Ireland councillor Noel Thomas has said the outcome of the latest EU fishing quota negotiations has triggered deep anger and distress among fishermen in Galway and along the west coast, many of whom have contacted him directly in recent days.

Gardai in Portumna investigating weekend crimes

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Gardai in Portumna are investigating a series of crimes that have taken place in the area in the past week.

Criminals have busy start to the New Year

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Gardai across the county are investigating a series of crimes that have taken place in a variety of communities in the past week.

Connolly welcomes funding for spaces where communities can meet and grow

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway West, John Connolly has welcomed a total of €88,322 has been awarded to two projects across Galway under the Town and Village Renewal scheme. The funded projects include €42,750 for a detailed design, planning and costing for a capital bid for funding for the refurbishment of an underused parochial hall in the centre of Athenry town; and €45,572 for development cost associated with the provision of additional amenities in Corofin park.

HSE advise of proactive measures to deal with surging flu strain

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Dep John Connolly has welcomed the HSE’s move to ensure additional beds and emergency consultants are available to deal with the surging flu strain this winter.

Live cookery demonstration at Ballybane Community Hub

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Food lovers are invited to a live cookery demonstration at the Ballybane Community Hub on Thursday, January 15 at 7pm.

The relaxed and friendly session will be led by local chef Maria McNeela, who will demonstrate how to make walnut and treacle bread alongside a comforting leek and potato soup.

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