Lyons welcomes feasible traffic calming measures on Lower Cappagh Road

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Galway City West and Knocknacarra councillor Donal Lyons has welcomed the reply he received from the Roads and Transportation Directorate, Galway City Council in relation to a Notice of Motion I had forwarded in relation to road safety on the Lower Cappagh Road.

Garrity calls for renewed look at GLUAS light-rail line in Galway City

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

It is time to renew the proposal to build the GLUAS light-rail line, Galway West by-election independent candidate Sheila Garrity said this week.

Thomas says Government has left home heating oil users, carers and working families behind

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Independent Ireland councillor Noel Thomas has said the Government’s response to rising fuel costs has failed to deal with the pressure facing households dependent on home heating oil, and does not go far enough to support carers, workers and families who rely on their cars every day.

Lohan out canvassing after gritty selection

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Behind bolted doors last week, there was a closely fought selection convention for Sinn Féin to chose its candidate for the Galway West by-election in May.

Expanded Galway Port marks new opportunity, says Kyne

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

A positive decision on the expansion of Galway Port would mark a new era for the facility and city, a Fine Gael Senator said.

Former Galway footballer’s documentary in Uganda airs this weekend

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

A documentary telling the remarkable story of how 40 GAA players travelled to Uganda to plant one million trees and share the power of sport across cultures will air on TG4 this Sunday evening.

Ballymoe-born priest on step to sainthood after ‘venerable’ declaration

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

An Irish-born priest whose life transformed the care of vulnerable children has taken a significant step on the path to sainthood. Fr Edward Flanagan, who was born in the west of Ireland, has been declared “venerable” by Pope Leo XIV—a recognition by the Catholic Church that he lived a life of heroic virtue. The declaration marks a major milestone in the long process towards canonisation, leaving him two verified miracles away from being named a saint.

Three evictions per day in Galway last year

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Almost 1,300 households across Galway city and county received a notice to quit from their landlord last year.

City bucks trend for drug offences

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

District Court convictions for drug-related offences fell by 10 per cent last year in Galway city.

City mayor will run for Dáil

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Mayor Mike Cubbard will run in the Galway West by-election as a “progressive independent” to champion Galway nationally in the Dáil.

Galway nun granted Freedom of Sunderland

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Last week, Sunderland witnessed a truly special and well-deserved moment as Sr. Mary Scholastica Nolan was granted the Freedom of the City. It was an occasion filled with pride, gratitude, and deep admiration for a life devoted to service. A native of Galway, she left home at just 17 years of age to join the Sisters of Mercy.

The passing of the voice of summer

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

There are voices that do more than narrate events; they settle into the very texture of our lives, becoming inseparable from the moments they accompany. Michael Lyster possessed such a voice. His passing at the age of 71 does not merely mark the loss of a broadcaster, but signals the gentle fading of a particular era in Irish sporting life—one defined by trust, calm authority, and an unspoken bond between presenter and audience.

Public meeting announced on proposed Cashla Peaker Plant Application

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

A public meeting held by local residents of the Athenry area that is intended to “provide information and guidance” on a recently submitted planning application for the proposed Cashla Peaker Plant is set to take place on Monday, March 30, at 8pm.

Galway writer and tour guide gets new book deal

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

This Easter will mark the 110th year since the Easter Rising of 1916. Patrick Pearse read the Proclamation of the Irish Republic outside the GPO in Dublin on Easter Monday that year – an event that began events leading to our partial independence in the 26 counties a short time later.

Three horse race for Fianna Fáil faithful

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

The Fianna Fáíl faithful will meet in Salthill this weekend to select their candidate for the Galway West by-election.

Owners of empty housing sites hit with €4m in tax

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Although Galway city and county’s total Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) liability was €4 million, only €2.3 million has so far been collected from the 110 landowners who made a tax return.

Galway City Council Community Energy Efficiency Evenings to offer expert information on home energy

Wed, Mar 25, 2026

Galway City Council is inviting residents to a new series of Energy Efficiency Evenings taking place across the city throughout 2026. These free, community-focused events will give residents the opportunity to learn more about improving home energy performance, reducing energy bills, and discovering practical retrofit options.

Shadow boxer was stripped to the waist but all alone

Wed, Mar 25, 2026

A man found stripped to the waist and in an agitated condition was not in conflict with anybody but himself.

Book of Condolence opens at City Hall for broadcaster Michael Lyster

Wed, Mar 25, 2026

A Book of Condolence in memory of broadcaster and journalist, Michael Lyster has opened in City Hall. The well-known Galway man was a familiar face in Irish sports broadcasting for over 30 years. His Worship, the Mayor of the City of Galway, Cllr Mike Cubbard opened the book, which will be available to the public for the entry of messages of sympathy. An online book will also be available, through www.GalwayCity.ie

Man allegedly allowed his account be used in phishing scam

Tue, Mar 24, 2026

A young man who allegedly allowed his bank account be used in a phishing fraud has until June to decide whether he is going to plead guilty to the charge or have a date set for the hearing of the case.

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