Galway has chance to bring life back to towns and city with new housing scheme

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

A new funding scheme to convert vacant buildings and above-shop spaces into homes could bring hundreds of families and individuals back to living in town centres across Galway, according to Mayor of Galway City and Galway West by-election candidate Mike Cubbard.

Shadow boxer was stripped to the waist but all alone

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

A man found stripped to the waist and in an agitated condition was not in conflict with anybody but himself.

Galway City Council showcases protected structures on city approach roads

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Galway City Council is bringing the city’s architectural heritage into the spotlight this April, with a new initiative showcasing buildings from Galway’s ‘Record of Protected Structures’ on 15 high profile road signs coming into the city.

Galway GAA raise over €750,000 in hugely popular fundraiser raffle

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Dean Doherty (aged 46) from Ballybofey in Co Donegal is the owner of a magnificent new home in Kinvara after winning the hugely exciting Win a Home on Galway Bay fundraising draw. He was the first ticket out of the drum at the big finale in Loughrea on Tuesday night.

A dry decade in Eyre Square

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Meteorologists tells us wetter, warmer winters and summers are the new norm, but against all the momentum of man-made climate change, Eyre Square shall remain dry.

Galway set to benefit from new vacant spaces grant

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

A new grant to turn empty spaces above shops into homes will be a game-changer for housing supply and revitalising town centres across Galway, Fine Gael Senator and Spokesperson for Housing, Senator PJ Murphy has said.

Welby calls for extension to Barna bus services

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Cllr Thomas Welby, Independent candidate for the Galway West by-election, is currently being contacted by people in the Barna area regarding the public transport service where buses regularly arrive late and full.

Community litter pick aims to 'make Ballybane shine'

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Members of the Ballybane community hub, Dep Mairéad Farrell, Cllr Aisling Burke and the environmental section of Galway City Council are organising a Ballybane community litter pick on Saturday April 11, meeting at the Ballybane Neighbourhood Village at 11am.

All residents are invited to take part in this litter pick aimed at enhancing the cleanliness and appeal of Ballybane's streets and green spaces.

Keane calls for farming support reforms

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Cllr Cillian Keane has called for the reform of government farming schemes, claiming that small farmers are being overwhelmed by bureaucracy and paperwork.

Exciting internship openings at TG4

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Since 2018,TG4 has invited applications from third level graduates, or newcomers to the industry, to participate in a year-long work experience internship programme with the Irish language station.

Galway's newest five-star hotel announces food and beverage team

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

The Hawthorn by Galway Bay, Galway’s newest five-star hotel, has brought together a food and beverage team rich with international experience and some of Ireland’s most respected hospitality talent to shape its culinary identity for when it opens its doors this May.

Animators to flock west for Animation Ireland Meitheal next month

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Animation Ireland Meitheal takes place in Galway on Friday May 22. The flagship one-day annual industry conference, which is supported by industry partner Fis Eireann/Screen Ireland, gathers the Irish animation professional community alongside leading international figures, while also welcoming crossover professionals from across Games, VFX, live action, creative media and emerging talent from around the country.

Young Galwegians selected as local National Youth Council champions

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) Local Champions initiative has called for increased investment in young people and youth work in local communities. The initiative aims to support young people in advocating for youth work and representing their voices in their communities.

SF candidate rules out left unity candidate in future elections

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Sinn Féin's candidate in the upcoming Galway West bye-election has ruled out having a unified left-wing candidate in future elections amid calls for closer cooperation among parties on the left.

New University of Galway clinical trial to enable remote treatment and monitoring

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

A groundbreaking clinical trial led by researchers at the University of Galway is set to transform the treatment of a chronic and debilitating vein condition. Forty patients with venous leg ulcers (VLUs) are being enrolled in the trial in Ireland, which is coordinated through the University’s Institute for Clinical Trials, enabling clinicians to monitor and direct treatment remotely in real time.

€1.4 million cut to further education triggers job losses and class cancellations in Galway

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

There have been at least nine job losses and several further education classes cancelled across Galway and Roscommon as a result of cuts from the State agency responsible for allocating funding to the sector.

Kylemore Abbey to host upcoming autism awareness walk

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Communities across Ireland are preparing to take part in the Same Chance Walk for Autism on Sunday, April 12, including a major walk at Kylemore Abbey. The walk encourages communities to step out in solidarity with Autistic people and their families while raising funds for AsIAm’s advocacy, services, and community support programmes.

Threats of violence when welfare handover allegedly demanded

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

A city man is to come before a September sitting of Galway District Court charged with threatening violence when attempting to take a social welfare payment from a victim who had just collected it.

Man stole valuable iPhone to pay off gambling debt

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

A young man stole a valuable phone from a city shop in order to pay off a gambling debt. “He had to pay it off or else,” his solicitor told Judge John King at Galway District Court.

Inis Oírr Lighthouse to host open day this weekend

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Inis Oírr Lighthouse will open its doors to the public this weekend for the first time, giving people a unique opportunity to visit the lighthouse and discuss its future.

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