New Galway city rates waiver to support businesses opening in vacant properties

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Galway City Council is to introduce a new rates waiver scheme targeting long-term vacant commercial properties across Galway city.

Mayor Ogbu backs European call for climate and health action

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

The Mayor of Galway City, Councillor Helen Ogbu, has voiced her support for the Cork Call to Action on Climate and Health, joining more than 100 mayors, deputy mayors and elected representatives from 60 cities across 22 European countries in committing to local action on the growing climate and health crisis.

€500,000 Council and Coral Leisure investment advances Tuam and Ballinasloe leisure centre facilities

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

The newly upgraded facilities at leisure centres in Tuam and Ballinasloe are being officially relaunched following a combined investment of more than €500,000 by Galway County Council and its partner Coral Leisure.

Connemara Dementia Café Initiative named winner of the Age Friendly Community Innovation award

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

The Connemara Dementia Café Initiative has been named winner of the Age Friendly Community Innovation category at the National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards 2026.

Hoare calls for more lights at Westside sports facilities

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Fine Gael Councillor Eddie Hoare has urged Galway City Council to apply for grant funding for the provision of lighting at the Tennis and Basketball Courts in Westside Park.

Irish Citylink Wins Best Social Media Campaign at Cork Digital Marketing Awards

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Irish Citylink has been named winner of Best Social Media Campaign at the Cork Digital Marketing Awards, celebrating the company’s creative and engaging approach to connecting with customers online.

Halloween cookery, free health screening and classic board games at Ballybane Community Hub

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Ballybane Community Hub has announced a series of upcoming events for the local community, including a Halloween-themed cookery demonstration, free health screening and an evening of classic board games.

The events offer opportunities for people to come together, enjoy new experiences and take advantage of activities and services in their local area.

M Fitzgeralds getting into the Halloween spirit

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Galway’s M. Fitzgerald’s is getting into the Halloween spirit, transforming the popular city centre venue into a spooky autumn destination, with spectacular seasonal decorations creating a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere for visitors.

Saothair cheoil nuachumtha ag dul ar camchuairt náisiúnta

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Beidh deis aríst ag an bpobal éisteacht leis an dá mhórshaothar ceoil a choimisiúnaigh Stiúideo Cuan ó na ceoltóirí iomráiteacha Aoife Ní Bhriain agus Colm Ó Foghlú.

Fine for plumber who turned back from Garda checkpoint

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

A plumber who came to Garda attention when he turned away from a checkpoint was fined when he appeared before Tuam District Court.

Seisiún oscailte ceoil do pháistí le Baboró

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Mar chuid de chlár imeachtaí na Féile Baboró, beidh seisiún oscailte ceoil thraidisiúnta Dé Sathairn seo chugainn atá dírithe ar pháistí agus daoine fásta ag seinm le chéile in atmaisféar cairdiúil, suaimhneach.

Stéibh '26: Comórtas Amhrán Nuachumtha

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Tá lucht eagraithe na Féile Rua ar an gCeathrú Rua sa tóir ar iarratais do Stéibh '26, comórtas d’amhráin nuachumtha.

Tá an comórtas oscailte do dhaoine atá ina chónaí sa Ghaeltacht nó gurbh as an nGaeltacht ó dhúchas iad. Déanfar taifead gairmiúil ar na hamhráin a thugann an chéad agus an dara háit leo agus mar aon le sin bronnfar €800 ar an mbuaiteoir agus €300 don dara háit.

Fleascanna Samhna

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Beidh ceardlanns spraíúil á dhéanamh ag Áine Ní Dhroighneáin, áit a mbeidh deis ag rannpháirtithe fleasc sailí a mhaisiú le bláthanna triomaithe.

Fásann Áine a bláthanna féin sa Spidéal de réir prionsabail orgánacha agus triomaíonn sí féin iad. Tá gnó beag aici freisin - Flós - agus bíonn bláthanna úra ar fáil i rith an tséasúir fáis freisin.

New Ballymoneen Solar Farm Community Benefit Fund to deliver for local communities

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Power Capital Renewable Energy has announced the opening of the Ballymoneen Solar Farm Community Benefit Fund, a new long-term funding programme designed to ensure that communities neighbouring the solar farm experience real and tangible benefits from the development.

Find your dream wedding dress at the Wedding Boutique Bridal Pop-Up Sale

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Calling all brides-to-be! If you’re dreaming of finding the perfect wedding dress without stretching your budget, mark Sunday, October 25, in your diary. The Wedding Boutique Bridal Pop-Up Sale is coming to Raheen Woods Hotel in Athenry, offering brides a wonderful opportunity to discover their dream gown at an exceptional price.

Blue Teapot is calling for new students

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Blue Teapot Theatre Company’s Performing Arts School is looking for new students to join in September 2027. This is a great opportunity for adults with an intellectual disability, aged 18 and over, to access formal arts training leading to certification in QQI Awards Level 2 and 3.

Fergal D’Arcy headlines a wicked week at Monroe’s

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Things are getting a little wicked on Dominick Street this October, as Monroe’s gears up for eight days of live music, Halloween-inspired food specials, cocktails and late-night entertainment from 24–31st October.

With something happening across Monroe’s Tavern and Monroe’s Live, there’s plenty of reason to head to the West End throughout the week.

Monster Table Quiz in aid of Cancer Care West

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

A Monster Table Quiz takes place in Tom Sheridan’s Bar and Restaurant in Knocknacarra next Thursday October 22 starting at 8pm. The quiz is being organised by Ciaran Delaney and Sean O Leidhin.

New look, a new website and a night to sparkle for Galway Sick Kids Foundation

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Galway Sick Kids Foundation is celebrating an exciting new chapter with the launch of its new logo, brand and website, alongside the countdown to its spectacular 2026 Winter Gala Ball.

Councillors are revolting

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Years of simmering discontent about how central government funds the city council reached boiling point this week, when councillors roasted Galway’s TDs and senators for failing to champion the regional capital’s local authority.

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