The ‘Olympics’ of sheep in Galway this weekend

Thu, May 29, 2025

No, it’s not a Fr Ted sketch, this is Shearfest 2025, with shepherds from all over the world descending on the hallowed ground of Mountbellew Mart this weekend to compete during the day, and dance the evenings away.

Headfest 2025: Music, sport, and community take over Headford this weekend

Thu, May 29, 2025

Headfest, Headford’s community-run festival, kicks off this evening and runs right through the June Bank Holiday weekend, bringing with it five days of live music, sport, and family-friendly events across the town.

Tractor, Truck and Vintage Run returns to Headfest in aid of Ability West

Thu, May 29, 2025

A much-anticipated highlight of the Headfest weekend returns this year with the Tractor, Truck and Vintage Run taking place on Saturday, May 31. Starting from Headford Livestock Mart and Property Sales at 3pm sharp, this annual event brings together vehicle enthusiasts and the wider community for a great cause.

River princess’ return imminent

Thu, May 29, 2025

But now, perhaps two thousand years later, Galvia – as she is known in Latin, is set to return; seven feet high in shimmering bronze, but due to a few unforeseeable project delays, she is running a bit late...

County councillors concerned over Galway Airport sale

Thu, May 29, 2025

Galway County councillors have voiced their concerns over the approach and transparency of the council in relation to the Galway Airport sale process with Cllr Karey McHugh Farag (IND) suggesting she feared the motivation for the sale of the airport is to “help Galway City Council’s debt”.

University of Galway celebrates Class of 1975 with 50-year reunion

Thu, May 29, 2025

University of Galway is celebrating a milestone for its alumni with a special event to bring the Class of 1975 back to campus for a 50-Year Reunion on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.

Muesum hosts Ocean Celebration Week

Thu, May 29, 2025

To celebrate World Oceans Day, and this year’s theme “Wonder”, Galway City Museum is hosting Ocean Celebration Week from Monday, 2 June to Friday, 6 June 2025. The Marine Institute is delighted to collaborate on this week-long programme, which features a range of free, family-friendly activities designed to spark curiosity and deepen our connection with Ireland’s marine environment.

Record entries for Anti-Litter Poster Competition in County Galway

Thu, May 29, 2025

County Hall was transformed into a hub of creativity and environmental awareness as students from across County Galway gathered for the announcement of winners in Galway County Council’s annual Anti-Litter Poster Competition.

Take a Dip at Dawn this Summer Solstice to help tackle homelessness

Thu, May 29, 2025

Get ready to set your alarm bright and early for Saturday June 21 and join Galway Simon Community at 4.20am for their Summer Solstice Dip at Dawn at Salthill Beach. Partake in some rejuvenating yoga, followed by a brisk dip in the sea to raise both awareness and funds for those facing homelessness in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon.

Award-winning age-friendly city housing scheme ‘An Cliathán’ to feature in international social housing festival

Thu, May 29, 2025

Representatives from Galway City Council will present the award-winning age-friendly housing scheme, ‘An Cliathán’, at the International Social Housing Festival, taking place from 4-6 June at the National Convention Centre, Dublin.

Councillor pledges to ‘fight for more’ ambulance services in Connemara

Wed, May 28, 2025

Concerns over ambulance response times in Connemara were raised at Tuesday’s HSE Western Regional Health Forum, prompting calls from local representatives for expanded services in rural Galway.

Galway’s housing commencements plummet by 97 per cent in 2025

Thu, May 22, 2025

Galway has experienced a dramatic fall in housing commencements in early 2025, despite a modest rise in completed dwellings. According to figures from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, just five commencement notices were filed in Galway city between January and April 2025, with 146 in the county, representing a 97.7 per cent drop in the city and an 80 per cent drop in the county compared to the same period in 2024.

Ashford treats see Mayo make sweet return to Wimbledon this summer

Thu, May 22, 2025

In 1877, Spencer Gore, a descendant of the Mayo Gores, etched his name in history as Wimbledon’s first-ever men’s singles champion. Nearly 150 years later, another Irish talent connected to Mayo is making her mark at the prestigious tournament, this time, not with a racquet, but with a step pallet knife.

Countdown begins to Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh 2025

Thu, May 22, 2025

Anticipation is building as the final days approach before the announcement of this year’s Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh winners. The prestigious bilingual business awards will culminate in a special awards ceremony this Monday, at the Galway Bay Hotel, where Minister for the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, will reveal the New Tribe of Galway City.

O’Flaherty welcomes bus routing plans for Mervue

Thu, May 22, 2025

Councillor Terry O’Flaherty has welcomed a change of plans on the routing of future bus services for Mervue. The National Transport Authority has confirmed that buses will not run through the narrow avenues in Old Mervue as part of the planned big revamp of Galway City’s public transport services.

Community spirit shines at glittering Cathaoirleach’s Awards ceremony

Thu, May 22, 2025

Volunteers and community groups from across County Galway were honoured at the annual Cathaoirleach’s Awards, which took place on Friday at the Raheen Woods Hotel in Athenry.

Thoor Ballylee mill wheel to be dedicated to Ronnie O’Gorman this weekend

Thu, May 22, 2025

Excitement is building at Thoor Ballylee as their longstanding mill wheel project finally comes onstream, with a launch event planned for Saturday 24 May at 2pm.

‘Paradise’ lost— Artist hunting for missing €10k painting

Thu, May 22, 2025

During the strictest period of the Covid lock-down, Galway artist Kevin McCarthy used the time to create a series of large paintings, never imagining he might one day be scammed out of one.

Funding sought for Gluas route choices

Thu, May 22, 2025

Advocates for a very light rail network for Galway city presented their case to Galway City Council’s strategic policy committee for Transport this week.

How the West was won

Thu, May 22, 2025

The pedestrianisation of streets in Galway’s West End went ahead this week, after last-minute negotiations between local traders, a city councillor and a transport activist means outdoor dancing and dining can go ahead.

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