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Beginning at 7.30pm, the evening promises an exploration of several issues shaping how we live, work and connect, with a diverse group of speakers set to challenge assumptions and share new perspectives.

Galway and Roscommon Education & Training Board (ETB) joined over 200 delegates at a major education conference held in Tralee to explore the relationship between Ireland’s education and training sector and the European Union.

Comtrade 360, a global software engineering and AI partner, announced on Friday the establishment of its new delivery centre in Galway. Having recruited almost 20 professionals in Galway during 2026, the company expects to expand the team progressively over the coming months, with plans to support approximately 50 highly skilled roles. The new centre marks a significant expansion of Comtrade 360’s operations and its long-term commitment to Ireland. The investment is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland.

A vigil at the gates of Galway Cathedral will be held in solidarity with activists who will walk from Galway to Cork this weekend to remember children who died in two institutions ran by religious orders.

New figures published by the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) show Shannon Airport recorded the strongest year-on-year passenger growth among Ireland's major airports in June, with traffic increasing by 14% compared to the same month last year.

The painstaking forensic excavation at the site of the former Tuam Mother and Baby Institution has reached another significant and deeply poignant milestone, with investigators confirming that the remains of a further 22 babies have been recovered in coffins during the latest phase of work. The discovery brings the total number of infant remains uncovered since excavations began just over a year ago to 99.

A professional makeup artist from Mayo, Hayley Coleman is renowned for her vibrant sense of style and strong connection to the West of Ireland, making her the perfect choice to judge one of the most colourful and creative competitions of the Galway Festival.

In celebration of World Continence Week 2026, the HSE Integrated Specialised Continence Care team in Galway will have an information stand in the Galway Shopping Centre (outside Tesco) today, Thursday, June 18, from 12:00 noon to 2pm.

Animation Ireland Meitheal takes place in Galway on Friday May 22. The flagship one-day annual industry conference, which is supported by industry partner Fis Eireann/Screen Ireland, gathers the Irish animation professional community alongside leading international figures, while also welcoming crossover professionals from across Games, VFX, live action, creative media and emerging talent from around the country.

The HSE paid over €17.1m to hire agency staff in its two city hospitals UHG and Merlin Park in 2025, the Regional Health Forum has been told.