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James Stewart began trading in Lower Salthill, Galway, in 1902. The firm quickly grew into a general building business with in-house capabilities such as Joinery Works, Mechanical Engineering Works and an Architectural Stonework Division. The firm earned a well-respected reputation as a builder of houses, churches, schools and industrial buildings.

There are few Irish construction stories that capture the changing face of the country’s built environment quite like that of JJ Rhatigan & Company. What began in Galway in 1952 as a local contracting business has, over more than seven decades, developed into a major Tier 1 construction company working across Ireland and the UK.

“I’ve given up the drink,” said a young man who was arrested in Ballinasloe after drinking too much at a wedding in the town.

Teams from across the Connacht Hospitality Group took to the streets of Galway last Tuesday for the Group’s annual Dragons’ Den Charity Challenge, raising more than €20,600 for Galway Hospice, the Connacht Hospitality Group’s Charity of the Year for 2026.

He begins with six shows in Westmeath, then six in Leitrim before drifting down to Limerick and then up to Mayo and back to Galway again for the Christmas, and then on and on and on and on till the wheels fall off and burn, according to himself.

Recent changes to planning regulations in Ireland have created an exciting opportunity for homeowners to build a self-contained 45sq m home within the grounds of their existing property. These modern homes provide a practical and affordable solution for a wide range of needs, including accommodation for ageing parents, adult children seeking independence, guest accommodation, a home office, or a comfortable downsizing option.

On the hottest day of the year, Gaillimh le Gaeilge welcomed supporters, partners and Cairde members to its annual Fulacht Fiadh summer barbecue at the Ardilaun Hotel.

As part of its ongoing expansion plans, IKEA has this week announced a plan to open a Plan and Order Point in Galway, its largest Plan and Order Point in Ireland.

Chestnut Lane is widely regarded as one of Galway’s most prestigious and sought-after residential locations, known for its mature surroundings, privacy, and proximity to the River Corrib and Galway city centre.

Micheál Martin was shaking hands in Oranmore, Renmore, Moycullen, Galway city centre, Knocknacarra and Armenia, over the Mayday bank holiday weekend.