Cora Staunton to address Medical Technology Ireland 2026 Conference

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Medical Technology Ireland has announced that broadcaster and sporting icon Cora Staunton will be a featured speaker at the Medical Technology Ireland 2026 Conference, taking place at Galway Racecourse, Ballybrit, on 23–24 September 2026.

Labour invites residents to Circular Road safety meeting

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

The Labour Party is inviting residents of the Circular Road area to attend a public meeting to discuss growing concerns about road safety as traffic levels continue to increase.

Labour says the combination of significant new housing developments and rising traffic volumes on what remains a relatively narrow road has heightened concerns for pedestrians, cyclists, motorists and local families. The party is calling for a comprehensive safety audit of Circular Road to identify measures that will improve safety for all road users.

Raising the standard of dog care in Galway

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Doggie Daycare has provided a high standard of specialist care for 12 years, ensuring your dog goes home happy, tired, and with improved social skills, making them easier to deal with and more confident around other dogs.

Leading specialists in dog care in Galway

Galway’s transport blueprint restarts, but uncertainty remains

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

After 14 months in suspended animation, the Galway Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy (GMATS) is moving again. The National Transport Authority and Galway City Council have restarted work on the plan that will shape how our city moves for the next two decades, covering everything from Bus Connects and active travel to the long-discussed Gluas light rail.

The Connacht Hotel unveils a week of style, celebration and charity for Galway Race Week 2026

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

As excitement builds for one of Ireland’s most anticipated summer events, The Connacht Hotel is inviting racegoers to make the hotel their home throughout Galway Race Week, with a packed programme of glamour, entertainment, delicious dining and unforgettable experiences.

Chanelle Pharma renews partnership with Galway Races

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Chanelle Pharma, a global pharmaceutical leader in human and animal health, is proud to confirm its continued partnership with the Galway Races Summer Festival 2026, reaffirming two landmark sponsorships: the Leading Trainer Award, now in its 41st consecutive year under Chanelle’s support, and the Best Turned Out Series, entering its second year as a flagship celebration of equine presentation and stable excellence.

Racing for Rosabel competition judges announced

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

The countdown is on for Racing for Rosabel 2026, with organisers delighted to announce this year’s Best Dressed judging panel along with a €8,500 prize fund.

Window dressing competition offers sweet prize

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Businesses across Galway city and county are encouraged to showcase their creativity and racing spirit by taking part in the Galway Races Shop Window Competition, an initiative designed to bring the excitement of race week to streets and towns throughout the region.

The competition invites retailers, hospitality venues, offices and businesses of all kinds to create eye-catching race-themed window displays in celebration of the Galway Races Summer Festival.

Galway girls take top prize for equine programme

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Agri Aware and Equuip crowned students from Coláiste an Chreagáin in Co Galway as the National Champions of the transition year programme From Foal to Race on Wednesday, May 13, at the Racing Academy and Centre of Education in Co Kildare.

Bookies open 400th shop at Ballybrit

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Boyle Sports will open a new betting shop at Galway Racecourse as part of a new partnership, including additional sponsorship opportunities and increased on-course visibility for the brand.

Racing industry focuses on mental health in new guide

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) has launched an expanded and updated edition of its Health, Safety and Well-Being Guide for thoroughbred racing and breeding sectors.

The Claddagh Shaughrauns

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Druid Theatre Company is reviving Dion Boucicault’s classic play, The Shaughraun, for this year’s Arts Festival. Its first Galway performance, in December 1876, followed sold-out runs on Broadway and in London’s West End. Though set in rural Sligo, The Shaughraun became associated with Galway, and specifically with Claddagh.

Westside Modular Hub never intended to house victims of domestic abuse, says COPE Galway

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Relating to a story headlined ‘Women’s refuge is homeless day centre’ in last week’s Galway Advertiser, COPE Galway has asked us to clarify that the Westside Modular Hub was designed to provide emergency accommodation to families experiencing homelessness.

It told the Advertiser that contrary to the story’s claims, the facility was never intended to temporarily house victims of domestic abuse.

Resurfacing works postponed due to pipelaying plans, says O’ Flaherty

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Resurfacing work due to be carried out on Ballyloughane Road has been postponed until next year – because Uisce Éireann plans to dig up the road for pipe laying – local city councillor Terry O’Flaherty has revealed.

Possible new stem cell treatment for kidney disease

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Researchers have found new evidence that a single stem cell therapy treatment called ORBCEL-M could better preserve kidney function.

Galway Hospice says thanks for €118,716 Sunflower Day boost

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Galway Hospice has thanked the people of Galway for another extraordinary show of community support during this year’s Hospice Sunflower Days campaign. Thanks to the generosity of the public and the dedication of more than 500 volunteers, the annual fundraising campaign raised €118,716.63 to support specialist palliative care services across Galway.

Mayo-Galway border communities demand UNESCO status hold weight against industrial wind farm proposal

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Plans for the Rooaunalaghta Green Energy Project on the Mayo-Galway border are facing escalating local opposition. Residents have raised serious concerns that the large-scale development is being advanced within the Joyce Country & Western Lakes UNESCO Global Geopark. The communities in South Mayo and North Galway are eager to stress that they are not opposed to renewable energy in principle. Instead, they believe industrial-scale wind turbines are entirely inappropriate for a landscape that is recognised globally for its geological, environmental, cultural, and tourism significance.

Shark Swimming Club sends 20 to Summer National Championships

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Pictured are some of the 20 swimmers from Shark Swimming Club Galway who have qualified for this year’s Swim Ireland Summer National Championships, taking place over the coming weeks in both the University of Limerick and the National Aquatic Centre, Dublin.