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Fianna Fáil TD for Galway West, John Connolly, has welcomed the announcement of funding for the Bearna Relief Rd project that will see the second phase of the planned road project developed.

Local representatives in Galway have expressed concern that funding for the redevelopment of Ceannt Station may in fact be exceeding the project’s original budget, despite previous claims the development costs were on track.

Two of Galway city’s most celebrated heritage buildings - St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church and Menlo Castle - are to benefit from significant funding announced under the Community Monuments Fund this week.

Galway City Council has launched a pioneering Feasibility Report on a Tenant Participation Pilot Project for Traveller-Specific Group Housing, at Bóithrín na Saoirse, Circular Road, Galway. The results of the pilot support the development of a practical, culturally responsive, and sustainable framework for tenant involvement - with the potential to benefit more than 90 families living in Traveller?specific accommodation in Galway City.

Construction is due to get under way this week on a major new underground wastewater storage tank at Merlin Park, representing a significant investment in the city’s future infrastructure. 

Seventeen candidates will contest the seat vacated by Catherine Connolly’s election to the presidency.

The award-winning Climate Inspirations Festival 2026, a landmark celebration of creativity, innovation, and community action in response to the climate crisis, will take place from 24-28 June 2026 in various venues throughout Galway City. It brings together artists, scientists, council staff, and local communities to explore how storytelling and culture can accelerate climate solutions.

Galway City Council, Galway County Council and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage have this week published the report of the Housing Delivery Forum, held in Galway on 12 November 2025.

Galway County Council, in association with Highgate Properties Limited, has announced the delivery of 106 affordable homes at the Fearann na hEascrach development in Athenry.

Galway County Council, in association with Highgate Properties Limited, has announced the delivery of 106 affordable homes at the Fearann na hEascrach development in Athenry.