The quest for the finish line

Wed, Aug 05, 2026

There are certain weekends in Galway when the city seems to breathe with one set of lungs. This is one of them.

On Saturday night, thousands will lace up their running shoes and pour onto the streets for the 40th running of the Streets of Galway Race, a milestone that has transformed what began as a modest "Sport for All" event in 1986 into one of the city's great annual rituals. A day later, in Croke Park, another Galway team will chase history as the county's senior camogie champions attempt to defend the O'Duffy Cup against old adversaries Cork.

E-scooter injuries at record high in UHG

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

The number of patients being admitted to University Hospital Galway (UHG) with e-scooter injuries is at its highest point in at least five years.

Dolan encourages Galway East owners of historic buildings to apply for 2027 Heritage Grants

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Albert Dolan, is encouraging owners and custodians of historic buildings, protected structures and thatched properties across the constituency to apply for the Government’s built heritage funding schemes, which have now opened for 2027 applications.

The schemes, announced by Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O’Sullivan TD, include the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS), the Historic Structures Fund (HSF) and the Historic Thatch Buildings (HTB) scheme.

Certa to support Galway RNLI’s lifesaving work

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Energy and fuel supplier, Certa, is to play a key role in helping the RNLI to promote water safety and to raise funds to continue its lifesaving work in Galway after designating the organisation at its Official Charity Partner for the coming year.

O’Hara welcomes appointment of contractor for Mountbellew Wastewater Treatment Plant

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara, has welcomed confirmation from Uisce Éireann that a contractor has been appointed to deliver the Mountbellew Wastewater Treatment Plant, following the completion of the tender process. Construction is due to begin in Q4 2026, and O’Hara says the project is critical to support the delivery of housing in Mountbellew.

University of Galway calls for public involvement in Galway in developing high blood pressure pathway

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

The University of Galway is calling on members of the public in Galway to participate in patient discussion groups across Ireland to help develop a better understanding of blood pressure, hypertension and cardiovascular health.

Eileen Kelly appointed Hospital Manager at Portiuncula University Hospital

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

HSE West and North West has announced the appointment of Eileen Kelly to the role of Hospital Manager at Portiuncula University Hospital (PUH).

Save Kinvara Castle campaign steps up pressure to reopen Dunguaire Castle

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Campaigners fighting to reopen Dunguaire Castle have welcomed confirmation from the Office of Public Works (OPW) that it would maintain and manage the landmark if it comes into State ownership, but say the time has come for Government to publish a clear plan with firm timelines to end three years of closure.

East Galway to celebrate new outdoor swimming pool with Community Open Day

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

The East Galway community will celebrate the completion of its new outdoor swimming pool with a Community Open Day at Shannon Bank Park on Saturday, 1 August 2026.

Archaeologists uncover rare Neolithic tombs in Maree

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Archaeologists have rediscovered a ‘lost’ Neolithic tomb and located a second, previously unidentified, tomb during excavations at a prehistoric site revealing new evidence about the earliest farming communities in the west of Ireland.

N6 Galway City Ring Road designated as Critical Infrastructure Project

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

The Government’s decision to designate the N6 Galway City Ring Road as a critical infrastructure project under the Critical Infrastructure Act 2026 has been widely welcomed across Galway as a major step towards accelerating the delivery of one of the State’s largest road projects.

The N6 Galway City Ring Road is one of three major transport projects nationally to receive critical infrastructure designation today. The designation recognises the project’s strategic importance to Galway, the wider western region and the State.

Galway City Council welcomes Canadian Minister for Identity and Culture to City Hall

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Galway City Council welcomed Marc Miller MP, Canada’s Minister for Identity and Culture, to City Hall last week as part of his visit to Ireland.

Galway Simon Community report highlights need to help people move beyond homelessness

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Galway Simon Community has launched its 2025 Annual Impact Report, highlighting the growing importance of health, wellbeing and social integration services in helping people move beyond homelessness. The report comes at a time when homelessness in Ireland has reached record levels, with more people than ever relying on emergency accommodation.

Early morning Athenry to Galway service to be retained

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

The National Transport Authority and Iarnród Éireann have confirmed that the 06:50hrs Athenry to Galway weekday (Monday to Saturday) service, introduced as a temporary service last October, is to be retained.

The service was initially introduced on a temporary basis as Ceannt Station works necessitated the stabling of a train at Athenry overnight and was due to finish operation at the end of July.

Park in Galway City Centre and help keep young rowers on the water

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Visitors to Galway City Centre now have an opportunity to combine convenient parking with supporting a worthwhile local cause.

Annual Renville Cemetery Mass on Monday

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Mass will be celebrated in Renville Cemetery, Oranmore on Bank Holiday Monday, August 3 at 5pm.

Galway Church to host International Outpouring Convention 2026

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

An international gathering of Christian leaders and worshippers will take place in Galway this August as The Power House International hosts its Outpouring Convention 2026, a three-day event focused on worship, revival, prayer and ministry.

The convention will run from Friday, August 14, to Sunday, August 16, 2026, at The Power House International, Unit 22, Oldenway Business Park, Ballybrit, Galway.

Work to begin on €3.4m Loughrea Fire Station

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Galway County Council has signed a €3.4 million contract with Burns Construction & Civil Engineering Ltd. for the construction of a new fire station in Loughrea, with work expected to begin in the coming weeks.

Exodus of staff from childcare

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

More than half of all creche and afterschool services in Galway lost a member of staff last year, in a sector where most staff receive little more than minimum wage.

IKEA Plan and Order Point store to open at end of August

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

As part of its ongoing expansion plans, IKEA will be opening the doors of its eighth Plan and Order Point and tenth overall store in Ireland, located in Galway on August 27.

Located at Gateway Retail Park, the new store will be IKEA’s largest location outside Dublin and the first in the West of Ireland to offer the Plan and Order Point experience.

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