Galway County LCSP focuses on public drinking, water safety and local safety concerns

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

A new set of measures aimed at improving community safety in County Galway has been discussed by the Galway County Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP), including new bye-laws regulating alcohol consumption in public places and a major public consultation on safety concerns.

Michael D. Higgins to headline special Galway festival conversation on climate, culture, and hope

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Former President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, will join this year’s Galway Climate Inspirations Festival in a special public conversation exploring the intersection of climate action, culture, creativity and hope.

Council insists Cú Chulainn’s “man boobs” have attracted no comment in over a decade

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Galway County Council has insisted that there has been no comment in over a decade about the statue of Cú Chulainn in Athenry that was slammed by an art expert for having “man boobs” in last week’s Advertiser.

Galway Indian Cultural and Sports Community invite all to celebrate International Yoga Day 2026

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The Indian Cultural and Sports Community (ICSC) Galway is inviting people of all ages and backgrounds to join the celebration of International Yoga Day 2026 on Sunday, 21 June, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Coláiste Muire Máthair, St Mary’s Road, Galway.

Organised in collaboration with the Embassy of India in Dublin and Galway City Council, the event aims to promote health, wellbeing, mindfulness, and cultural understanding through the practice of yoga. Participation is free, and all members of the public are welcome.

Hoare feels tougher action on dereliction will change behaviour

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Local Fine Gael councillor Eddie Hoare has said that the tackling of derelction in Ireland is needed, not for financial benefit to local authorities, but to change behaviour of those who own the sites.

Islander fined for illegal gas work

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has prosecuted Padraic Donoghue for carrying out illegal gas works, and falsely claiming to be a registered gas installer (RGI) at Kilronan District Court.

Families in Galway paying the price for energy crisis, says McDonagh

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Labour Councillor John McDonagh in Galway City has called for urgent action to tackle rising energy costs and support struggling households following new figures from the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) showing that almost 500,000 customers are now in electricity and gas bill arrears.

Upgrades underway at Moyne Villa playground

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Moyne Villa Playground has received a series of upgrades and repairs in recent weeks, thanks to a combination of grant funding and local support.

Celebrate Father’s Day at Glenlo Abbey Hotel

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Father’s Day is an opportunity to slow down and enjoy time well spent together.

Celebrate Father’s Day with a timeless Herbelin watch from Fallers Jewellers

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

This Father’s Day, honour the man who has always been there with a gift that reflects his character, style and lasting influence. A Herbelin watch is more than a timepiece – it is a symbol of craftsmanship, heritage and timeless elegance.

How to write the perfect Father's Day card

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

With so many holidays and birthdays in a year, it can sometimes be tricky to write a good card that is unique. This Father’s Day, make your life easier by following these steps to ensure your card is heartfelt, but different from the one you gave last year.

Four decades of excellence marked at Scoil San Phroinsias

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Scoil San Phroinsias, Tirellan celebrated its 40th anniversary recently when Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton joined the community in marking this milestone occasion.

Criminal lawyers throw down gauntlet in fee reform impasse

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

“IN England, justice is open to all—like the Ritz Hotel.” This pithy quote, attributed to Victorian-era judge Sir James Mathew, was made to highlight the fact that the law and the Ritz were open to all in theory but, in practice, only the rich could afford them. The quote, often misattributed to Mathew’s compatriot George Bernard Shaw, seems appropriate as the current controversy surrounding our criminal legal aid system – which saw criminal practitioners strike in Tuam Court last Tuesday – rolls on.

Army property pivotal for port and Renmore plans

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

After decades waiting for a rejuvenation scheme, Renmore is to receive three: a three-phase parks project, a Dún Uí Mhaoilíosa Masterplan, and redevelopment of the adjacent Port of Galway.

Thank you for the trust

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

There is something reassuring in the latest Digital News Report Ireland 2026 from Coimisiún na Meán. At a time when trust in news generally has fallen sharply, local media continues to hold a special place in the hearts and minds of Irish people.

Fitzy is performing with ruthless efficiency

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Fitzy’s airtime is leaving a lot to be desired, but when called upon, he delivers with ruthless efficiency.

Era of bringing crocks onto the roads is over – judge

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

A judge told a young man with a series of driving convictions that the “era of bringing crocks onto the roads was gone” and he should be disqualifying him from driving for a lengthy period for his behaviour.

Before Judge James Faughnan at Loughrea District Court was Killian Farrell, Moyglass, Loughrea, charged with driving a dangerously defective vehicle on August 27 last and also with driving without insurance.

New fund facilitates 17,000 homes across county

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Across Galway, 7,200 houses and apartments will be directly serviced by these projects, with potential for a further 9,700 homes – mostly in the city. These locations were applied for by Galway’s city and county councils.

President vows to ‘speak truth to power’ while accepting Freedom of Galway

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

President Catherine Connolly said she has a responsibility to “always speak truth to power” as she accepted the Freedom of Galway City last Friday, while using her address to defend Irish neutrality and warn against the normalisation of war.

Derelict site hoarders owe city €2m in fines

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Unpaid invoices totalling almost €2.3 million remain unpaid by owners of 48 derelict properties across Galway city so far this year.

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