Major sale or supply can carry ten year sentence

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

A Clarenbridge-based demolition contractor with a gambling addiction pleaded guilty to possession of drugs for sale or supply under Section 15A of the Control of Drugs Act which carries a mandatory minimum sentence of ten years unless exceptional circumstances apply. He also pleaded guilty to a money-laundering charge.

I knew speed van was there, pleads BMW driver

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

A motorist pleaded that he couldn’t have been speeding when a GoSave detection van registered him travelling over the 50kph limit in Kilkerrin village.

Strict curfew for man found with €60,000 drug haul

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

A man pleading guilty to possession for sale or supply of drugs to the value of €60,000 was told he would either have to abide by very stringent curfew conditions or be remanded in custody until his sentencing date.

Don’t want to throw wife under bus, court hears

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

“I don’t want to throw my client’s spouse under a bus” a defence solicitor told Judge James Faughnan at Tuam District Court, to which the Judge responded “but you just have”.

Galway City Council’s Bóithrín na Saoirse Project Shortlisted for two Irish Building and Design Awards

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Galway City Council’s Bóithrín na Saoirse, the City’s new Traveller Specific Group Housing Scheme on Circular Road, has been shortlisted for two categories at the Irish Building and Design Awards 2026:

Brigit’s Garden reopens this weekend for Brigit’s Day celebrations

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

What better way to celebrate their reopening for the season than by celebrating their namesake! On Saturday January 31, Brigit’s Garden opens its doors for the season, welcoming visitors again after a winter rest. Brigit celebrations kick off straight away on the first evening with Celebrating Brigit’s Eve, an opportunity to share some of the rich traditions associated with Brigit and the Celtic festival of Imbolc. It will be an uplifting evening of songs, stories and rituals – see brigitsgarden.ie for tickets.

Plan the holiday you deserve with a Claddagh Credit Union Holiday loan

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

As January comes to an end, there’s nothing better than having a holiday to look forward to. Whether you’re dreaming of a vibrant city break, a relaxing sun holiday, a fun-filled family getaway, or finally ticking off that once?in?a?lifetime bucket?list trip, Claddagh Credit Union is here to help make it happen.

Our Holiday Loan is designed to take the stress out of planning, giving you the freedom to spread the cost while securing the trip you’ve been waiting for. And with more ways to apply than ever, getting started couldn’t be easier. You can apply online, through our mobile app, in?branch, or even by phone -whatever suits your day best.

Setting the standard for canine care in the West

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

For more than 15 years, Doggie Daycare Galway has been the trusted choice for dog owners seeking high-quality, professional care in a safe and stimulating environment. As Galway’s leading dog daycare centre, the team is dedicated to ensuring every dog goes home happy, content, and healthily tired—while also developing improved social skills and confidence around other dogs.

Defending Ireland’s neutrality – calm resolve and careful planning, says Galway-native senator

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Ireland stands at a pivotal moment where the lessons of our past and the uncertainties of tomorrow demand clear-eyed reflection and prudent action. For decades, neutrality was mis-sold as defencelessness, our Defence Forces were pared back in the belief that peace was permanent and threats were far away.

Dolan welcomes Council role in strong uptake of Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Galway East Deputy Albert Dolan has welcomed new figures from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage which show that hundreds of vacant and derelict homes across Galway County are being brought back into use under the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant.

Athenry man takes on 90km February challenge for Pieta House

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Jack Waldron from Athenry is stepping well outside his comfort zone next month — and for a very important cause. He is taking part in a 56 miles / 90 kilometre run challenge in February to raise vital funds for Pieta House, the suicide and self-harm prevention charity. As part of this challenge, Jack will also be running his first ever half marathon, marking a major personal milestone in his fitness journey.

JK10k — Annaghdown event honouring a man whose generosity of spirit knew no bounds

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

The Annaghdown community and the wider Galway area will come together in February for a very special event: the John Killilea Memorial Walk/Jog/Run, held in loving memory of a local man whose spirit, generosity and passion for life left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him.

Galway Film Fleadh appoints new festival programmer

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

The Galway Film Fleadh has announced the appointment of Charlene Lydon as its new festival programmer. Ms Lydon will take up the role in February.

‘Gaillimh Ogbu!’ is rallying call for by-election

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Helen Ogbu was formally endorsed by the Labour Party at a heavily attended selection convention this week, to chants of “Gaillimh Abú, Gallimh Ogbu” by almost 100 supporters.

Significant school building projects for Galway approved , says Minister Naughton

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Local TD and Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton TD, yesterday approved a significant tranche of new school projects for Galway and substantial extensions to existing Galway schools.

Galway City Council receives €127,500 Built Heritage Investment Scheme funding

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Galway City Council has received €127,500 in Built Heritage Investment Scheme Funding for both Protected Structures and buildings in Architectural Conservation Areas in the city.

Dunmore residents reach boiling point regarding Bridge St

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Residents’ anger over the long-running street widening and regeneration issues in Dunmore dominated discussion at Galway County Council’s January Plenary Meeting this week, with councillors warning that frustration in the north Galway town is reaching a critical point.

Delay in primary care centres across county

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Fifteen years after An Cheathrú Rua was identified as a priority location for a HSE primary care centre, nothing has happened.

Turning points and the weight of witness

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

World affairs are often described as a procession of turning points—moments when history bends, decisively, in a new direction. Yet they are rarely announced as such at the time. They arrive disguised as chaos, outrage, or exhaustion.

The shocking scenes from Minneapolis, broadcast across the world, felt disturbingly familiar, echoing images from the Middle East and Ukraine over the past two years. Different contexts, different causes, yet the same raw choreography of power, protest, violence and grief.

Councillors’ disquiet as no sign of Galway 2020 suits in City Hall in 2025

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

The body set up to implement Galway’s winning 2020 European City of Culture bid, and its legacy, was unsuccessfully invited to attend Galway City Council three times last year, to explain its recent activities.

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