Ongoing failure of apprenticeship system still wreaking havoc for young people, says Farrell

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Deputy Mairéad Farrell, TD for Galway West, said this week that the craft apprenticeship system is still failing young people.

Guarding the gate — why we need a western naval base

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Times have changed. There was once a time when we, on this wind-lashed rock at the far edge of the Atlantic, could keep our heads down and our noses out of trouble. We enjoyed the luxury of obscurity. But that time is over. The world has changed—and not in subtle ways. We are entering a new era of geopolitical instability, technological vulnerability, and organised criminal sophistication. Ireland, and particularly our western coast, can no longer afford to remain a blind spot on the strategic map of Europe.

Leonard Catering brings award-winning culinary excellence to Claregalway

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

A small village with a big heart, there is no shortage of excellent dining venues in Claregalway, thanks to Leonard Catering, an award-winning group dedicated to authentic Irish hospitality and top-tier cuisine. Among its standout venues are Peggy’s Bar & Restaurant in Aucloggen, the newly acquired Lydon’s Bar & Restaurant in Knockdoe, and the ever-popular McHugh’s Bar & Restaurant on the Tuam Road.

Claregalway Educate Together NS celebrates twenty years

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

On September 1, 2025, Claregalway Educate Together National School (CETNS) will mark a remarkable milestone, 20 years since first opening its doors as Galway North Educate Together in temporary accommodation in Cloonbiggen. This anniversary is a testament to two decades of growth, community spirit, and a steadfast commitment to academic excellence and equality-based education in the heart of Claregalway village.

A taste of home and hospitality: The Abbey Restaurant, Claregalway

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Nestled just outside Galway city, The Abbey Restaurant in Claregalway has quietly become a culinary beacon for locals and visitors alike. The Abbey offers an inviting blend of warm Irish hospitality and refined dining at remarkable value.

Expert advice and treatment with Foot Health Podiatry Clinic

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

Foot Health Podiatry Clinic in Claregalway is bringing the latest in laser technology to tackle stubborn verrucas and fungal nail infections. Using advanced K Laser treatments, Foot Health Podiatry Clinic offers a precise, effective, and non-invasive solution, ensuring patients achieve healthier feet with minimal discomfort.

The spectacular Corrandulla Show is back for 2025

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

The Corrandulla Show, one of the biggest outdoor events in the west of Ireland, is on this Sunday, June 22. Corrandulla’s hard-working team are busy putting the finishing touches to what promises to be another spectacular show.

Councillors concerned with cluttered city centre

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

The look and feel of shop fronts in the historic core of Galway city is concerning city councillors as the city swells with summer visitors.

Clifden Arts Festival 2025 —The Journey – through time, memory and imagination

Wed, Jun 18, 2025

Clifden Arts Festival 2025 is inviting audiences to embark on The Journey—a celebration of how art, story, and experience shape who we are. Running from September 17-28, this year’s theme explores paths of memory, heritage, migration, transformation, and the imagination. The festival continues to honour Clifden’s identity as a place where past and future meet through creativity.

Life in the Spirit Seminar at St Columba’s Church, Castlegar

Wed, Jun 18, 2025

St Columba’s Church in Castlegar are hosting a Life in the Spirit Seminar which began last night Wednesday, 18th June and running through to 30th July. The seminar consists of seven weekly sessions, held every Wednesday from 7:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Galway City moves into Top Ten in litter league

Wed, Jun 18, 2025

The latest survey from business group Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) reveals Galway City Centre is ‘Cleaner than European Norms’ in 10th spot in the ranking of 40 towns and cities across Ireland, a rise of one position on last year. Meanwhile, Ballybane is again littered towards the foot of the table.

The An Taisce report for Galway City Centre stated that Galway City Centre again scored very well with 16 out of 25 sites getting the top litter grade and there were just two seriously littered ones.

Work to begin on new phase of Athenry Northern Ring Road

Wed, Jun 18, 2025

BY DECLAN VARLEY
Galway County Council has confirmed that construction of the western section of the Athenry Northern Ring Road will commence in the coming weeks with a completion date of late 2025.

Galway launch of news report shows local news sources among most trusted

Wed, Jun 18, 2025

A majority of Irish people are either extremely or very interested in news, according to the annual Digital News Report Ireland 2025, published in Galway on Tuesday by Coimisiún na Meán. Research for the Digital News Report was undertaken by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at the University of Oxford and analysis of the Irish data is provided by the DCU Institute for Future Media, Democracy and Society (FuJo).

The Irish Report, which is in its eleventh year, shows that most people in Ireland (56%) across all age groups are interested in news. This represents the highest level of interest in news since 2022, up 3 points from last year, but down from a peak of 70% in 2021, during the Covid pandemic. This enthusiasm for news puts Irish audiences ahead of their UK (39%) and US (51%) counterparts and ahead of the European average (45%).

FutureTrials25 shaping the future of clinical trials

Wed, Jun 18, 2025

University of Galway this week welcomed global leaders in healthcare, regulation, pharma, medtech and patient advocacy to FutureTrials25, a landmark international conference focused on transforming how clinical trials are designed, delivered, and experienced.

Day Care Services for Older Persons opens in Tuam community nursing unit

Wed, Jun 18, 2025

The Joe & Helen O’Toole, Community Nursing Unit (CNU), Tuam recently opened its doors for the first time to Day Care Services.

Turning a new page: Clifden expands library access with more self-service hours

Wed, Jun 18, 2025

Clifden Library has become the second branch library in County Galway to roll out the My Open Library (MOL) initiative, dramatically increasing public access to services with extended self-service hours, Galway County Council has confirmed.

The Galway Food Show Comes to The Ardilaun Hotel

Tue, Jun 17, 2025

The Galway Food Show, part of the Ireland Food Show series, arrives at The Ardilaun Hotel on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, from 10:30am to 5:00pm.

Preparation begins for excavation at former Mother and Baby institution in Tuam

Mon, Jun 16, 2025

Pre-excavation works at the site of the former Mother and Baby institution in Tuam have begun this morning.

Tuam excavation to start on Monday

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Works to forensically excavate the site of the former Mother and Baby institution in Tuam will begin on Monday next, June 16, according to Daniel MacSweeney, who leads the Office of the Director of Authorised Intervention, at Tuam (ODAIT).

Connacht Hospitality Group celebrates 23 nominations at the Irish Bar and Cocktail Awards

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

The Connacht Hospitality Group has been nominated for an incredible 23 awards at the prestigious Irish Bar and Cocktail Awards 2025, recognising excellence across its five standout venues: The Connacht Hotel, HYDE Bar, M Fitzgerald’s Bar, An Púcán, and Galway Bay Golf Resort.

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