Food Academy open for Galway entrepreneurs

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

A Galway-based company is encouraging start-up and mid-stage food entrepreneurs to apply for Food Academy, as SuperValu launches its 2025 programme

Introducing Blackthorn – a new dining experience in Galway

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Blackthorn, the newest addition to Galway’s vibrant culinary scene, has announced its opening in the picturesque village of Barna. Offering a one-of-a-kind dining experience, Blackthorn will bring together the artistry of charcoal grilling, the finest locally-sourced ingredients, and a beautifully refurbished space designed to complement the natural beauty of the west of Ireland.

Galway is first ‘Recovery City’ in Ireland

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Galway has been designated as Ireland’s first Inclusive Recovery City, marking a significant milestone in the city's approach to alcohol and drug recovery, mental health, and community support.

Folklorist to deliver inaugural Máire Mhac an tSaoi Lecture

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Renowned folklorist and scholar, Professor Henry Glassie, will deliver the inaugural Máire Mhac an tSaoi Distinguished Lecture in Irish Studies at University of Galway.

Cops report peaceful St Patrick’s Day across Galway

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Gardaí across the Galway Division reported fewer than 10 public order-related arrests on Monday this week as the county and city celebrated St Patrick’s Day.

Taoiseach discussed jobs boost for Galway on US tour

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Industrial Info Resources, a global market research company headquartered in Galway city, is planning to expand its sales and research division, with 20 new positions to be created at its Parkmore operation before the year ends.

Union demands public vote on council move to Crown Square

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

A trade union representing city council staff has called for a public vote to assess Galwegians’ opinions on moving City Hall from College Road to Mervue.

Galway needs 'anti-racism strategy' says local community sector

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Galway’s community sector is urging Galway City Council to take a proactive stance against racism and discrimination. The call comes in advance of an anti-racism march set to take place in the city on Saturday, March 22.

Lifeboat fundraiser quiz

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

The 1st Port of Galway Sea Scouts will host a table quiz at Tom Sheridan's bar and restaurant in Knocknacarra this Tuesday, March 25, at 8pm

Bank holiday sees 36 patients on trolleys in Galway

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Galway University Hospital had the third highest number of patients waiting on trolleys across the country this week, after a busy bank holiday weekend.

Galway duo take on Dublin City Marathon to support Jack and Jill Foundation

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Two Galway friends, Bryan Walsh from Clonberne and Máire Mulkerins from Bullaun, Loughrea, are set to take on the 2025 Dublin City Marathon—all to raise vital funds for the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation.

New rehabilitation service to open for brain injury survivors

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland) has announced new neuro-rehabilitation services for survivors of brain injury living in counties Galway, Mayo and Roscommon.

City council facing €1m bill for uninsured cabling

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

A Galway City Councillor is calling on the Minister for Local Government to release emergency funding to repair street lighting infrastructure damaged by Storm Éowyn.

Galway mother and daughter to feature in RTÉ series on women in combat sports

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Cailíní Comhraic, a new three-part Irish language series that follows four Irish women breaking boundaries in combat sports begins on RTÉ One.

Event to honour long-serving Galway politician

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

An event will be held this Saturday, March 22, at the Galway Bay Hotel to mark the contribution made by Éamon Ó Cuív to political life in Galway.

University of Galway launches Nelson Mandela Fund

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

University of Galway has announced the Nelson Mandela Fund to promote a culture of race equality and to support scholarships for students.

Kilkerrin-Clonberne stars to be awarded at Croke Park tomorrow night

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Kilkerrin-Clonberne have received eight places on this year’s Ladies Gaelic Football Club Championship Team of the Year.

Budding Galway author comes runner-up in short story competition

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Eleven-year-old Darragh O’Keeffe from Claregalway is runner-up of the national Specsavers Irish Book Awards short story competition. The Galway native entered the competition with his enchanting story and has been awarded the runner up prize, a collection of popular Irish children’s books, including Paddy Donnelly’s The Golden Hare and Oliver Jeffers’ Where to Hide a Star.

Bronze Medal for ATU at Student Chef of the Year 2025

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

After an intense two-hour cook-off, Eliška Semanová from ATU Galway came third at this year’s Knorr Student Chef of the Year competition. This year ten student chefs from north and south of the country took part in the competition, which was hosted at TUS Athlone.

Uisce Éireann warns city centre firms to stockpile water

Thu, Mar 13, 2025

Uisce Éireann has advised businesses in Galway city to horde massive supplies of water on site in case “difficult” network leaks result in multi-day outages.

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