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Ireland stands at a pivotal moment where the lessons of our past and the uncertainties of tomorrow demand clear-eyed reflection and prudent action. For decades, neutrality was mis-sold as defencelessness, our Defence Forces were pared back in the belief that peace was permanent and threats were far away.

Cross Border funding has been allocated to boost Galway’s gaming industry during 2026, with a number of new ideas in development.

For nearly half a century, the Samaritans have been a vital source of comfort and connection for people across Galway and the surrounding areas. Operating from Nuns’ Island, with a satellite service in Castlebar, the Galway branch is the third oldest in Ireland and will celebrate its 50th anniversary next April.

The recent visit of British Ambassador to Ireland, Kara Owen, to Galway prompted strong reactions at the November Plenary Meeting of Galway County Council, with Independent Connemara South councillor Tomás Ó Curraóin voicing firm objections.

There’s a new unease rippling across the countryside — not a fear of wolves or weather, but of wings. The wild birds that once symbolised freedom, grace, and the turn of the seasons have become, in the eyes of many farmers, harbingers of ruin. The spectre of avian influenza — bird flu — now hangs heavily over Ireland’s farms, coops, and even the bird tables of our gardens.

In a landmark moment for education and cross-border cooperation, the first-ever all-island apprenticeship programme has been launched, marking a new chapter in how Ireland and Northern Ireland develop talent for the future.

Selecting the correct career progression option following your Leaving Cert or at any other stage in life is a major challenge for any of us. For the majority of those reflecting on this dilemma today the ultimate answer will be found in receiving and accepting a CAO offer in late August 2026.

In a landmark moment for education and cross-border cooperation, the first-ever all-island apprenticeship programme has been launched, marking a new chapter in how Ireland and Northern Ireland develop talent for the future.

Galway prepares to host one of its most spirited sporting fixtures, the Galway Masters International Basketball Tournament 2025, running from Friday, October 31 to Sunday, November 2 at the Kingfisher Club in the University of Galway.

If variety is the spice of life, then Galway Comedy Festival has an extremely spicy menu, serving up a feast of solo shows from some of the best in the business.