Arts Festival sets new sustainability benchmark with first comprehensive carbon footprint study

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF) has taken a significant step forward in its sustainability journey by completing, for the first time, a comprehensive assessment of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated across its operations.

New research highlights importance of trust and support for palliative care nurses

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

New collaborative research involving University of Galway, the Health Service Executive and Galway and Mayo Hospices has highlighted the importance of trust, clarity and psychological safety in supporting palliative care nurses working in emotionally demanding healthcare environments.

West of Ireland to host top political gathering for EPP Summer University

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

The Group of the European People’s Party (EPP) Summer University takes place from June 10–12, and will bring senior European political figures, including EPP President Manfred Weber, to Galway. EU-US relations and transatlantic trade will form the core themes of the event, with discussions also focusing on Ireland’s upcoming Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

Galway takes libraries on the road with Irish first

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Galway Public Libraries is set to deliver a first for Ireland with the introduction of the country’s first modern mobile library vehicles based on bus infrastructure, following the signing of contracts by Galway County Council for the design and construction of two new state-of-the-art units.

Practical, culturally responsive framework required to support Traveller families

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Galway City Council has launched a pioneering Feasibility Report on a Tenant Participation Pilot Project for Traveller-Specific Group Housing, at Bóithrín na Saoirse, Circular Road, Galway. The results of the pilot support the development of a practical, culturally responsive, and sustainable framework for tenant involvement - with the potential to benefit more than 90 families living in Traveller?specific accommodation in Galway City.

‘While they hold our six counties, English king unwelcome here’ says Ó Curraoin

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Connemara councillor Tomás Ó Curraoin has responded with searing criticism to the announcement that Britain’s King Charles will visit Ireland next year.

Man charged with Clifden murder remanded after second court hearing

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

A man charged with the murder of a woman in Co Galway has been remanded in custody, following a brief court hearing in the city yesterday (Wednesday) morning.

NPWS launches new Yeats-Gregory Explorer summer shuttle bus service

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

A new free hop-on hop-off shuttle bus service connecting some of south Galway’s most important literary, cultural and natural heritage sites has begun operating this week. The service was launched at Coole Park on Tuesday by Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Sean Canney.

Landmark city buildings to benefit from six-figure heritage grants

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Two of Galway city’s most celebrated heritage buildings - St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church and Menlo Castle - are to benefit from significant funding announced under the Community Monuments Fund this week.

Galway City Council awards contract for fit-out of Crown Square offices

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Galway City Council has announced that the tender for the Fit-Out of the new civic offices at Crown Square, Mervue, has been awarded to Flynn Management and Contractors, following a tender process in Q4 2025.

Public urged to join Great Big All-Ireland Hedgehog Count

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Galway researchers are at the forefront of a major new citizen science project aimed at protecting one of Ireland’s most beloved wild animals, as the public is invited to take part in the inaugural Great Big All-Ireland Hedgehog Count.

Over 1,500 students take part in Council’s anti-litter poster competition

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Students from across County Galway took part in this year’s Galway County Council Anti-Litter Poster Competition, which is an annual environmental initiative to raise awareness and enable children to have an active role in the fight against litter pollution.

Judge refuses jurisdiction in animal cruelty case

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

A JUDGE refused to hear an alleged animal cruelty case after viewing photographs of the animals in question presented by the prosecution when the matter came before Ballinasloe District Court.

Eight times banned driver wants his licence back for job

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

A MAN who was put off the road for ten years in 2019 for repeatedly driving without insurance is attempting to get his licence back early, but this application is being strenuously opposed by the Gardaí.

Ballinasloe bite going to prove painful for biter

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

TWO young men who caused an affray in a Ballinasloe pub during which a staff member was bitten on the arm were told they’d better come back before the local Court with “thousands” in compensation for their victim or face the consequences.

Pretend gunman only in Tuam because he fell asleep on bus

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

AN ATHLONE man only ended up in Tuam because he had fallen asleep on a bus, Judge James Faughnan was told at Ballinasloe District Court, by his solicitor.

Honeymoon speeder gets invitation to Court

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

WHEN Ballinasloe District Court was informed that a Dublin woman caught speeding was on her honeymoon at the time, the news prompted much hilarity.

No masticating allowed in Judge Faughnan’s Court

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

A WOMAN who was ordered to cease chewing gum when she was called to answer a charge before Ballinasloe District Court, left the building and failed to return when her case was recalled.

Michael D ‘deeply distressed’ over University’s participation in research project

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Former president Michael D Higgins has said he is “deeply distressed” over the University of Galway’s participation in a research project with ties to defence contractors involved in the attacks in Palestine.

‘Dark horse’ Fitzy making his mark

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

On Monday night, the nation trained its eyes on Virgin Media 2 as Sean Fitzgerald (aka Fitzy), the Barna man, who lined out at full-back for Galway, entered the cauldron that is the Love Island villa.

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