Canney welcomes new Government approach to streamline regulation for critical infrastructure

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Minister of State Seán Canney has welcomed Government agreement on a new set of principles aimed at simplifying and speeding up the delivery of critical infrastructure.

OPINION: Dark arts of digital politics

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

In 2024, a manipulated image of Fianna Fáil general election candidate Gráinne Seoige was circulated. Whatever about her politics, this was done because she is a woman.

Conamara actors to star as Bluey as Gaeilge starts on Easter Monday

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Tá Bluey ag teacht go RTÉ! Beginning on Monday 6 April 2026, Bluey will be available as Gaeilge on RTÉ KIDSjr and RTÉ Player. Children will be able to connect with the Irish language in a new way, learning new words through watching the global hit, Bluey.

Galway charity race returns in memory of Aoibhe

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The Tribal Running Easter Lily 5KM, held in memory of Aoibhe Carroll, will return to Galway on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Belfast and Galway feature in Council of State

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The former Galway West TD appointed seven people to the highest advisory body in the land this week, six months into her term, with her choices emphasising themes of reconciliation, human rights and linguistic heritage.

Traffic crisis to dominate bye-election debate

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

With Galway in the worst 10% of cities worldwide for traffic congestion, election candidates are being challenged to commit to real solutions. A public hustings, details of which will be revealed next Tuesday, will focus on the city’s escalating transport crisis.

Galway’s LBJ links to give tourism boost

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Galway and the west is set to benefit from Cabinet’s approval of plans to set up an American Presidents Trail on the island of Ireland, which has been deemed a major opportunity for heritage, tourism and community pride, by a Fine Gael TD.

Treasure Chest becomes a kit locker

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The Wedgwood-blue Treasure Chest building on the corner of William Street and Castle Street is being transformed into a Mountain Warehouse.

Renmore residents beg drivers to divert

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The group of concerned residents says it has resorted to asking Advertiser readers, who drive, to chose main road routes if they are not visiting their neighbourhood, plagued by rat runners seeking to skip traffic lights on the Old Dublin Road.

999 patients presented at Portiuncula ED last year with mental health related illness

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Just under 1,000 patients presented at the Emergency Department at Portiuncula University Hospital with mental health related illnesses last year, the Regional Health Forum was told.

Our old friend, uncertainty

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

There was a time—not so long ago—when uncertainty felt like a temporary visitor. During the long stretch of Covid, we told ourselves that disruption had an end point, that normality, however redefined, would eventually return. And when it did, even imperfectly, there was a quiet assumption that we had endured our share of upheaval. That perhaps, having navigated pandemic and recession, the road ahead might finally smooth.

If drink doesn’t suit you, don’t take it – Judge warns man on public order charge

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

“If drink doesn’t suit you, then you shouldn’t take it,” a judge told a Lettermullen man before him who had abused Gardaí and caused a disturbance in a city restaurant.

WIN AN INCREDIBLE NEW HOME ON APRIL 7TH

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Imagine winning a stunning new home in the beautiful seaside village of Kinvara well here’s your chance. All you have to do is purchase a ticket for Galway GAA’s hugely exciting winahomeongalwaybay.com draw before Tuesday, April 7th (7pm) and as they say it could be you.

Man stole valuable iPhone to pay off gambling debt

Wed, Apr 01, 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.

No racial motive in McDonald’s security guard assault

Tue, Mar 31, 2026

There was no racial abuse involved in the assault of a security guard at a city McDonald’s outlet, Judge John King was told, when he viewed photographs of the injuries caused, presented to him by prosecuting Gardaí at Galway District Court on Monday.

‘Public nuisance’ appears in court via video link from prison

Sat, Mar 28, 2026

A man described by his solicitor as a “nuisance but not a menace” appeared before Galway District Court on Monday, via video link from prison, to answer yet more charges of public drunkenness brought against him.

Mystery over how to get Australian drug test results to Galway court

Fri, Mar 27, 2026

“Who is going to do a hair follicle test in Australia? How does this work?” were questions posed by a Judge when she was told a defendant was not present in her court when his case was called, because he was in Australia.

Six candidates agree historic election pact

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Half of twelve candidates expected to run in the Galway West by-election have agreed an historic voting pact.

Galway County Council approves over €424,000 in grants to community groups

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Elected members of Galway County Council have approved €424,182 in grant funding for 342 projects under its Community Support Schemes, aimed at supporting tourism, community and cultural development across the county.

Easter Egg Hunt and Family Day Out in nature at Brigit’s Garden

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Join in this unforgettable family day out at the annual Brigit’s Garden Easter Egg Hunt, on Saturday April 4, Sunday April 5, and Monday April 6 from 12–4pm. Enjoy a mix of adventure, creativity, and seasonal fun.

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