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The traditional Galway farmers’ market is mentioned in records as far back as 1260. It has been taking place in the empty space in front of St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church on most Saturdays since. It is an occasion where town meets country, as farming people from the hinterland come into town with their produce, which is of course important for the needs of the townspeople.

Seán Canney TD, Minister of State with responsibility for implementation of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review and Leader in Cabinet of the Independent Ministers, has welcomed the publication of the Rail Project Prioritisation Strategy, which will deliver both immediate improvements and long-term transformation for rail services in Galway and across the West of Ireland.

Galway City Council has partnered with Atlantic Technological University and University of Galway for a Christmas ‘Park and Commute’. Commuters into the city can park for free in ATU (Ballybane Road) car park from December 19-24 inclusive 8am to 10pm.

The proposed development of two wind farms in County Galway sparked strong concern among councillors at this week’s plenary meeting, with members warning that the projects could prove deeply divisive for rural communities.

The Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton , this week announced €65m in minor works and ICT grant funding for schools across the country, with €3.8 million of this being allocated to Galway schools.

Choosing a venue for your wedding is one of the most important decisions that you will ever make. Galway Bay Hotel is a uniquely situated venue, providing you with the most elegant and breathtaking setting to host your wedding.

Galway City Council Arts office is now rolling out 2026 grants and bursary schemes aimed at supporting local arts organisations and practitioners to produce engaging and inclusive arts programmes for Galway city.

Galway City Council has teamed up with Atlantic Technological University and University of Galway for a Christmas ‘Park and Commute’.

Galway has taken a battering in recent years. In the great transfer window of life and death, we have been lifted by the gifts of our superclub of artists, dreamers and doers, and yet we have also lost so many of the people who shaped the city’s spirit.

To honour the music they built together over forty years, members of iconic rock band Aslan have embarked on a new chapter, following the passing of their much-loved singer, Christy Dignam.