Galway City Community Network calls for immediate halt to Merlin Woods clear-felling

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Galway City Community Network (GCCN) is calling for a halt to the clear-felling of all healthy standing conifers in Merlin Woods. Galway City Council states that the clear-felling is intended to address the damage caused by Storm Éowyn that took place in January 2025.

Colette: a commitment to creation

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Colette is already a film with love at its core. The Galway-born brothers Jake and Luke are dedicated to producing the project through whatever means necessary - even if it means going to England.

Councillors clash with officials in closed session on keeping ‘G’

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Around 50 protestors picketed City Hall on College Road, Wednesday evening, as councillors met inside to discuss Galway City Council's contentious rebranding plan.

The devastation of Gaza - from doctors’ eyes

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

A new documentary detailing the “calculated dismantling of life itself” in Gaza is screening at the Town Hall Theatre for one night only on October 8, at 8pm, with a special Q&A afterward featuring Dr Victoria Rose, Prof. Nick Maynard, and Alaa Alqaisi.

“Living with Loss” evening in Carraroe

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Are you grieving, supporting someone who is, or working in this area? A “Living with Loss” evening will be held to offer you a space to feel seen, heard and supported.

Carnevale Éireannach i Verona na hIodáile

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

"Chuir mé ríomhphost acub, níor cheap mé tada," a deir an t-amhránaí MacDara Ó Conaola. Tá an ceoltóir clúiteach as Inis Oírr díreach théis filleadh abhaile ó chathair Verona, in oir-thuaisceart na hIodáile - áit a raibh sé ag glacadh páirte i bhféile idirnáisiúnta Tocatì, le ceiliúradh a dhéanamh ar spórtanna agus ar chluichí traidisiúnta.

Government must act to stop children falling into homelessness

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Labour Councillor Helen Ogbu has demand urgent action to prevent family homelessness and strengthen housing supports in Galway

Swim in Pink returns this October for Breast Cancer Research

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

Excitement is already building for this year’s Swim in Pink, the National Breast Cancer Research Institute’s annual fundraising event in association with Blackrock Beachwear.

Couple allegedly produced Stanley knives in Ballinasloe incident

Wed, Sep 30, 2026

Two men enjoying a smoke outside a Ballinasloe pub were allegedly set upon and threatened with Stanley knives by a couple who approached them and subjected them to an unprovoked attack.

High winds expected in Galway today

Tue, Sep 29, 2026

Strong winds have been forecast for Galway later today, with a Yellow weather warning due to come into force in the county from 3pm.

Evidence of assault may be by video-link from Brazil

Tue, Sep 29, 2026

An alleged victim of an assault may be requested to present her evidence and victim impact statement from her native Brazil, as a judge expressed concern over ascertaining the true nature of any alleged injuries solely from photographs presented in court.

Aran Islands RNLI involved in multi-agency rescue on Inis Mór

Mon, Sep 28, 2026

The Valentia MRSC tasked the Aran Islands Lifeboat on Friday afternoon following reports that a person walking along the coastline on Inis Mór had been knocked down by a wave and swept onto a ledge near the sea. The lifeboat was tasked alongside Rescue 118 and Aran Fire & Rescue.

Semi costs you more in Galway, latest survey shows

Mon, Sep 28, 2026

The price of the average second-hand three-bed semi in Galway city has risen by 2.5pc to €410,000 this quarter, according to a national survey by REA released today (Monday).

Ceannt Station rape accused again remanded in custody

Mon, Sep 28, 2026

Two men accused of the rape and false imprisonment of a woman at Ceannt Station on August 1 last, came before Galway District Court on Monday and had their cases put back until the October 12 sitting, when they will have the option of pleading guilty to the charges or of opting for a book of evidence in order to assist them in defending their case.

Repeat offender told his bail is dependent on following addiction treatment

Fri, Sep 25, 2026

A defendant who admitted he has alcohol and drug issues when he appeared once again before Galway District Court on public order and other charges, was warned by a judge that she was giving the Gardaí permission to check up on whether he was undergoing treatment for his addictions.

Magnificent bronze statue of city’s inspiration teeters toward scrap heap

Thu, Sep 24, 2026

A stunning statue of the mythical princess the city, county and bay of Galway are named after may never grace the banks of the Corrib after a spat between its maker and the City Council.

Cyclist dies following Connemara road accident

Thu, Sep 24, 2026

The elderly cyclist who was injured in a road accident near Clifden earlier this week has died.

Galway - the birthplace of innovation

Thu, Sep 24, 2026

There was a time when Galway was described, rather unkindly, as the “graveyard of ambition” — a place here on the very western edge of Ireland where ideas might be born, but where opportunity was thought to go to die. Perhaps it was a touch of that pressureless environment that attracted many of us here, to never leave. However, it is a phrase that feels almost impossible to reconcile with the Galway of today.

Shamtown - A Galway grown musical

Thu, Sep 24, 2026

There are towns that produce musicians, and then there are towns where music seems to rise from the walls. Tuam has always been one of them.

Rusheen Physiotherapy clinic in Knocknacarra

Thu, Sep 24, 2026

Rusheen Physiotherapy is very proud to open the first dedicated physiotherapy clinic in Knocknacarra, Galway. Rusheen Physiotherapy was founded in late 2025 by Galway native Helen McLoughlin. She is specialised in both musculoskeletal physiotherapy and pelvic health physiotherapy. Helen spent fourteen years working in the UK and Ireland honing her skillset.

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