Up in the eir: Headford’s month-long phone outage finally resolved

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

After more than four weeks without working phone lines, businesses and services in Headford are finally reconnected. It was confirmed by eir on Monday evening that service has been restored, bringing relief to a community that has endured serious disruption.

Annual Connemara Gathering to take place in Ros Muc next week

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

The Ros Muc Area Genealogy and DNA group is hosting the sixth annual Connemara Gathering next week as part of Heritage Week.

A season turns with silver in hand

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

There’s a welcome in the light these days—a golden haze in the early mornings and a gentle cooling in the evenings that speaks of a season in flux. August, perched between the defiance of summer and the inevitability of autumn, has always been a time of transition. But this year, it’s brought a strange harmony of opposites: the heat of high summer clinging to the skin, while the rustling of leaves hints at the long descent into winter.

Here in Galway, we know how to read the signs. The city has a rhythm all its own, and we mark time not only by the calendar but by the mood of the streets, the hum of the Claddagh breeze, and, lately, by the roar of celebration. It has been a week to remember—our women of steel showed the nation just what mettle looks like, claiming glory in the All-Ireland senior camogie final and bringing a curtain of success down on a sporting season full of twists. They have earned their silverware, and they have earned our pride. There is something special about heading into the darker months with that kind of joy tucked under the oxter.

Hildegarde swerves neutrality protest

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Éirígí For a New Republic has postered Galway city with its plans to picket the Galway West TD’s office in Woodquay this weekend, as a protest against what its members see as the Government’s attempt to dilute Ireland’s so-called military neutrality.

Ó Cuív cute about Áras race

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Asked how he would respond to a formal delegation from the Fianna Fáíl national executive regarding the presidential election, the former Galway West TD responded positively.

Clear Our Paths urges Galway to remove risks and improve lives

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Every August, Vision Ireland's Clear Our Paths campaign highlights the potentially hazardous temporary obstacles that pose a risk to the health and well-being of people who are blind or visually impaired.

MADRA's public appeal reunites missing pups with mother

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

MADRA (Mutts Anonymous Dog Rescue & Adoption) has shared a heartwarming update to a story that captured hearts across the country: the mother of 13 newborn puppies found off Galway’s N59 has been located, and the family is now reunited.

In memory of Sophie: local family raise nearly €20,000 for UHG

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Inspired by the desire to help other grieving families and to honour the memory of their late daughter, Sophie, the Murphy family from Tuam presented a cheque for €19,617.08 to the Maternity Bereavement Services at University Hospital Galway (UHG).

D’Arcy 300 event in Kiltullagh to commemorate renowned mathematician Patrick D’Arcy

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Three hundred years ago, on September 27, 1725, Patrick D’Arcy was born to John D’Arcy of Kiltulla House, Kiltullagh, Athenry, and his wife, Jane Lynch. To commemorate his birth, and highlight Patrick D’Arcy’s life and legacy as a renowned mathematician, scientist, and military man, Kiltullagh Killimordaly Heritage Society is hosting a weekend of events taking place from August 22 to 24 during National Heritage Week.

Heritage Week events to hear of medieval discoveries at Old Kilskeagh Church and Graveyard

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Kilskeagh Heritage Committee will host two events during this year’s Heritage Week highlighting the work carried out at this important archaeological and historical site over the past three years.

Galway gathers to honour Peadar O’Dowd

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Galway’s historic Druid Lane will come alive with voices, music, and stories on Saturday, August 23 as the city gathers to honour the life and legacy of Peadar O’Dowd, the beloved historian, author, and champion of Galway’s heritage.

Hosted by Galway Civic Trust, the Peadar O’Dowd Memorial Day will take place across two remarkable venues: the Mick Lally Theatre and the medieval Hall of the Red Earl. Throughout the day, the programme will blend history, poetry, music, and film.

Transforming Nuns' Island: works to begin on €4.3m UrbanLab project

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

A landmark 19th-century mill on Nuns’ Island is set for a new lease of life as construction begins on the UrbanLab, the first project in the proposed construction of the Galway Innovation and Creativity District.

ATU to host art exhibition on Ireland’s Atlantic islands for Heritage Week

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

A compelling new exhibition, Echoes of the Isles, will run in Atlantic Technological University Galway city library from August 18 to 22, as part of National Heritage Week. Funded through the Heritage Stewardship Fund by The Heritage Council, this collaborative project highlights the cultural and ecological heritage of Ireland’s Atlantic islands through contemporary visual art and digital heritage.

Expolore the rich history of lace with Lásadóirí na Coiribe

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Lásadóirí na Coiribe, a group dedicated to Irish lacemaking, has grown from its humble beginnings with five members in a five-week course to a thriving community of twenty members over seven years.

National Heritage Week at Galway City Museum

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

The Heritage Council’s theme for National Heritage Week 2025 is ‘Exploring Our Foundations’. Galway City Museum is running a series of FREE guided tours focusing on the origins of Galway – from Gaelic fort to Anglo-Norman town – with emphasis on iconic Museum objects which have helped to shape the character of Galway city. These Heritage Week events take place at the Museum from Saturday August 16 to Friday August 22, 12pm to 12:45pm.

Stewart Construction to construct high-spec hotel in central Dublin

Thu, Aug 07, 2025

Real estate investor, developer and asset manager, Firethorn, has broken ground at its Sackville Place development in central Dublin, with Galway’s Stewart Construction appointed to deliver the 138 bedroom site.

Agrio Open Day at Arrabawn in Ballydavid

Thu, Aug 07, 2025

Arrabawn Tipperary is committed to supporting the local farmers and community and this is evident in the standard of service and quality goods they supply.

A knockout moment: Chris Eubank delivers surprise talk to Connacht Hotel team during race week

Thu, Aug 07, 2025

It was a Race Week to remember at The Connacht Hotel – and not just for the racing. In an unexpected and uplifting moment, legendary former World Champion boxer Chris Eubank, who was staying at the hotel during Galway’s busiest week, took the time to share some heartfelt words with the hotel’s staff.

Megan’s magic wins her Best Dressed Lady title at Galway Races

Thu, Aug 07, 2025

Style, confidence, and individuality were in full bloom at Ladies Day 2025, as thousands of racegoers descended on Ballybrit for one of the most glamorous dates in the Irish social calendar - and a landmark debut for Ella & Jo as new sponsors of the Ladies Day Best Dressed Competition.

Mannion Clan Gathering 2025: A historic homecoming

Thu, Aug 07, 2025

Galway’s rich medieval landscape will once again echo with the footsteps of history this August, as the 2025 International Mannion Clan Gathering returns with a vibrant three-day programme celebrating the storied legacy of the ancient Ó Mainnín—or Mannion—Clan of East Galway. Set to take place from Friday 15th to Sunday 17th August, this twelfth annual reunion will see attendees from across Ireland and the wider global diaspora—including the United States, Canada, Australia, Latvia, and England—gathering to honour their roots and explore their shared heritage.

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