‘Robust’ policing for city centre

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly is confident his new policy of saturating Galway city centre with uniformed gardaí will not push petty crime into the suburbs.

Bessborough to brown-bread: Galway’s unbroken chain outsmarts empire, church and shame

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

For a century and a half, policymakers and preachers have tried to break Ireland’s matriarchal spine. First came colonial statutes that stripped women of ancient Brehon era property rights; then, after Independence, a clerical regime insisted a woman’s duty began and ended inside four walls and that maxim even made its way into the Constitution. Both forces notched victories on paper. Yet the lived chain of female authority, mother to daughter, sister to sister never snapped. I know, because that chain carried me out of Bessborough Mother-and-Baby Home and set me, my child, and several generations of my family back on our feet.

Transport investment critical to regional competitiveness, business groups tell Government

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Three of the largest business organisations in the west of Ireland have called on the Government to fast-track transport investment in the region to support economic growth, improve connectivity and promote balanced regional development.

‘Café Lates’ bringing culture, creativity and connection to Galway by night

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Galway City Council is delighted to announce the return of Café Lates this August, with five cafes across the city extending their opening hours on Thursday evenings, inviting people in for a mix of workshops, DJ nights, spoken word events, and other creative experiences.

Claddagh Credit Union continues to support Galway Hospice Memorial Walk

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Claddagh Credit Union is to continue its sponsorship of the Galway Hospice Memorial Walk, taking place on Sunday, September 13.

Family fun and sports day – a great day in Merlin Park

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Donal Lynch of the Merlin Neighbourhood Residents Association would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended its Family Fun and Sports Day at the weekend.

O’Flaherty welcomes new seating/benches in Ballyloughane

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

The provision of new seating along the promenade in Ballyloughane has been warmly welcomed by Cllr Terry O’Flaherty.

Galway Science and Technology Festival welcomes new chairperson Kenny Deery

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Kenny Deery has been announced as Chairperson of the board of Galway Science and Technology Festival. Former CEO of Galway Chamber, Kenny is currently Head of the West Regional Enterprise Plan working with over 100 stakeholders to drive enterprise ambitions across counties Mayo, Roscommon and Galway.

Portiuncula University Hospital appoints Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Ambulatory Gynaecology

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Portiuncula University Hospital has welcomed the appointment of Yvonne Claffey as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) in Women’s Health, Ambulatory Gynaecology, further strengthening specialist services for women across the region.

Galway RNLI crew rescue sailor from boat aground on Galway Bay

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

The volunteer crew were requested to launch by the Coast Guard at lunchtime on Sunday to a lone sailor on board a 25 foot sailing boat which had gone aground and was taking on water near Aughinish, on the south shore of Galway Bay.

Water supply ‘critically low’ on Inis Mór

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Existing restrictions on Inis Mór’s public water supply will be extended indefinitely due to treated water supplies falling to critically low levels in recent days, according to Uisce Éireann.

Gardai probe burglaries and damage around county

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Phone Express in Athenry, Co Galway, was broken into between 4.30am and 5.30am on August 5. Entry was gained by smashing the front window of the commerical premise, where a number of assorted vapes were stolen.

Galway man to swim 16k to Aran Islands for autism charity

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

This month, from August 18 to 23, Gary Plummer will take to the Atlantic off Fanore and not stop swimming until Inis Óirr comes into view. That’s 16 kilometres of open water, but this swim extends far beyond endurance for Gary.

Flood relief compensation increase is ‘sticking plaster’ response, says councillor

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Minister Seán Canney has welcomed tweaks to flood relief schemes but is hesitant to call for Galway city’s sea defences to be listed as ‘critical infrastructure’.

Discover your family history at “tracing your Galway roots” event

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Galway County Council has invited members of the public to attend “Tracing Your Galway Roots: Discover Your Family History”, a free Heritage Week event taking place on Wednesday, August 19 from 12.00pm to 3.30pm in the Council Chamber, Áras an Chontae, Prospect Hill, Galway.

Students’ Union invite applications for annual charity fund

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

University of Galway Students’ Union is opening the application process for charities wishing to be considered as beneficiaries for its 2026/27 fundraising campaign.

Galway Rose Jodie gets ready for a fun time in Tralee

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

“It was just a blur,” recalls the 23-year-old of her selection.

Athenry Walled Towns Day marks 20 years with celebration of heritage and community

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Athenry’s medieval streets and historic landmarks will take centre stage on Sunday, 16 August, as Athenry Walled Towns Day celebrates its 20th anniversary with an afternoon of heritage, culture, creativity and family entertainment.

Lots to do in Galway this Heritage Week

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Galway will play host to a wide variety of events during Heritage Week, which runs from August 15 to 23.

Connemara Pony Show set to fill Clifden with four days of events next week

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

The 101st Connemara Pony Show gets under way in Clifden next week, running from Tuesday August 18 to Friday August 21, with a packed programme set to draw thousands of visitors to the Galway town for what is the world’s largest gathering of Connemara ponies.

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