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Knocknacarra-based Social Democrats city councillor, Alan Curran, said he would not contest the by-election for work reasons, while Spiddal-based broadcaster, Síle Seoige, ruled herself out before Christmas. Both are widely thought to harbour national political aspirations.

In the history of the Defence Forces it is thought no unit has ever earned four Distinguished Service Medals simultaneously, but this will occur in Galway next month, when four Renmore-based 1st Infantry Battalion members will achieve that milestone.

Galway City Council’s ICT and Digital team has raised €5,445 for the Western Alzheimer Association – through the team’s innovative ‘reBoot - Tech Buy-Back Scheme’. The funds were presented this week, marking a successful initiative combining an aim for a more circular economy with digital literacy and inclusion.

Galway County Council and Galway Fire and Rescue Service have been recognised for leadership in emergency technology after their Severe Weather Event Management System (SWEMS) proved instrumental during Storm Eowyn and was recently showcased by Government as part of its storm review.

Galway County Council and Galway Fire and Rescue Service have been recognised for leadership in emergency technology after their Severe Weather Event Management System (SWEMS) proved instrumental during Storm Eowyn, and is now being rolled out across the country.

The Marine Institute welcomed more than 600 visitors to its headquarters in Oranmore last Friday for ‘A Night to Sea’, an evening of marine-themed cultural experiences a part of the Culture Night 2025, bringing together artists, performers, and local community groups to celebrate our connection to sea.

Galway City Rapparees take on Emo of Laois in the All-Ireland Intermediate Rounders Final this Sunday, August 31 at the Meath GAA Centre of Excellence.

Galway County Council has announced that the next round of the Community Climate Action Fund will open this September, providing new opportunities for community groups across the county to take meaningful climate action at a local level.

Lieutenant Colonel Máirtín Coffey is only one month into his new role as Barracks Commander of Dún Uí Mhaoilíosa, in Renmore, but he is no stranger to Galway city. He wants to improve the relationship between the military, and the wider city its members and families live in.

The Marine Institute locations in Oranmore, Co Galway, and Newport, Co Mayo, welcome 18 university students this month to participate in the 2025 Summer Bursary programme.