Tuam excavation to start on Monday

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Works to forensically excavate the site of the former Mother and Baby institution in Tuam will begin on Monday next, June 16, according to Daniel MacSweeney, who leads the Office of the Director of Authorised Intervention, at Tuam (ODAIT).

Connacht Hospitality Group celebrates 23 nominations at the Irish Bar and Cocktail Awards

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

The Connacht Hospitality Group has been nominated for an incredible 23 awards at the prestigious Irish Bar and Cocktail Awards 2025, recognising excellence across its five standout venues: The Connacht Hotel, HYDE Bar, M Fitzgerald’s Bar, An Púcán, and Galway Bay Golf Resort.

Changing face of media in Galway continues apace with sales of Galway Bay FM and Connacht Tribune

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

The changing face of the media scene in Galway will accelerate over the next few weeks as the CCPC (Competition and Consumer Protection Commission) complete deliberations on the separate acquisitions of Galway Bay FM and the Connacht Tribune newspaper.

Galway’s Droichead an Dóchais shortlisted for RIAI Public Choice Award

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Galway’s iconic pedestrian and cycle bridge, Droichead an Dóchais, has been shortlisted for a prestigious award which recognises outstanding architecture that resonates with the public.

Clonfert Board of Management decision is a “missed opportunity,” says past pupils group

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

The Spirit of Garbally group said this week that it was deeply disappointed by the decision of Clonfert College Board of Management not to provide for the heritage and sporting legacy of Garbally College in the new amalgamated institution.

Conamara ambulance cannot be delayed any further, says Farrell

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway West Mairéad Farrell has called on the HSE and Minister for Health to ensure that the ambulance base planned for Conamara is delivered as quickly as possible and that there are no further delays with the project.

Cheevers calls on Galway City Council to review ‘unfair’ grass cutting policy

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Cllr Alan Cheevers is urging Galway City Council to urgently examine its current policy regarding grass cutting and landscaping services in council-managed estates.

Free event for aspiring and working writers at Kennys Bookshop this Saturday

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

If you have ever considered writing for young people, this is the event for you. Authors Dave Rudden, Patricia Forde and Alex Dawson will be at Kennys Bookshop, Liosbán this Saturday June 14 at 6pm to discuss, in conversation with Tomás Kenny, their horror stories and how they write for young people - from their inspirations to redrafting to navigating that submission process.

Medical Technology Ireland 2025 at Galway Racecourse this autumn

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Medical Technology Ireland 2025 is on 24-25 September 2025 at Galway Racecourse and is Europe’s second largest and fastest growing medical device design and manufacturing Show. The event this year features more than 350 global suppliers across four floors.This year’s Medical Technology Ireland Conference brings together industry leaders for two days of focused discussions on Medtech innovation, resilience, and growth.

City HideAway – Galway’s newest urban escape

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

The Connacht Hospitality Group is delighted to announce the opening of City HideAway, a brand-new accommodation offering in the heart of Galway City. Officially open from June to August, this stylish 150-room property is now welcoming guests for Summer 2025.

Simon J Kelly Architects (SJK) nominated for RIAI Public Choice Award

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

With offices in Galway and Mayo, local architectural firm, Simon J Kelly Architects (SJK), have once again been shortlisted for the RIAI Public Choice Award. Each year the RIAI Public Choice Awards celebrate excellence in design and project delivery and gives a unique opportunity for us, the general public, to choose our favourite project of the year, inviting us to recognise the buildings and places that enrich our everyday lives.

Ask Acorn Staff donate €20k for groundbreaking cancer research in Galway

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Staff at Ask Acorn, part of the Acorn Life Group headquartered in Galway, have donated an impressive €20,000 for cancer research charity Breakthrough Cancer Research (Breakthrough) through the company’s annual ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) programme.

Gaeilge and Te Reo Māori exchange creates new opportunities for Irish and New Zealand film co-productions

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Growth opportunities for the Irish animation industry, international co-production, and increased presence for the Irish language on screen have taken a significant step forward with the Wellington-Galway Indigenous Animation Exchange 2025.

Junior Infants places assured for Oranmore in 2025, says Naughton

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Local TD and Minister of State with responsibility for Disability, Hildegarde Naughton, has announced that the Department of Education have provided funding to ensure that those on the waiting list for Junior Infants in Scoil íosa, Oranmore, will have a place for the next school term. This will involve the provision of over €60,000 to renovate the old school building.

Crack shots return to Renmore

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Galway’s 1st Infantry Battalion team qualified for the final last month after winning the regional, 1st Brigade rifle competition in March, and team member Private Stephen O’Halloran, from Oughterard, was declared All Army Rifle Champion for the second year running.

Lynches of Galway to feature in TG4 series on Irish surnames

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Galway name Ó Loingsigh/Lynch is set to feature in this Sunday’s episode of Sloinne, the TG4 series exploring the history of some of Ireland’s most widespread surnames.

City stumped for cash

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

According to industry quotes, this is likely to cost more than €200,000.

Abbott donates €8,952 to Ábalta Special School in Parkmore

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Abbott employees in Galway have presented a cheque for €8,952 to Ábalta Special School in Parkmore. The school, an Abbott ‘Charity of Choice’, will use the funds to support inclusive education for children with autism and complex needs.

School offers €2,000 bursary to attract pupils in order to keep teacher

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

A small national school in Co Galway is offering a €2,000 bursary to attract families from outside the area in an effort to retain its second teacher. Scoil Naomh Pádraig, located in An Chloch Bhreac—a scenic Gaeltacht area nestled between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask in north Connemara—is facing a decline in pupil numbers that could see it fall below the threshold required to maintain two teachers.

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Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Registration plates stolen at Oranmore Train Station

Oranmore Gardaí are investigating the theft of registration plates from a car at Oranmore Train Station, taken between Thursday, June 5 and Saturday, June 7.

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