Whats On In Galway Local News
Nighttime water restrictions continue in Tully / Tullycross
Nighttime water restrictions on the Tully/Tullycross Public Water Supply will continue to ensure a secure daytime water supply. Restrictions were introduced last week as a result of a drop in the raw water quality entering the local treatment plant, which in turn caused reservoir levels to fall. The nighttime restrictions are now necessary to allow reservoir […] Galway Daily …
Repairs complete on burst water mains in Galway City
Repairs have been completed to a burst water mains on the Circular Road in Galway City, which was causing water outages to hundreds of homes in the area today. The burst water main resulted in outages for approximately 500 units in Circular Road, Clybaun Road, The Heath, Cúirt Chéirín, Hy Brasil Court, The Bailey, Fána […] Galway Daily …
Plague for man killed in Galway bank raid in 1974
A commemorative plaque has been unveiled at AIB Lynch’s Castle in memory of the late Jerome O’Connor, the 52-year-old wages clerk who tragically lost his life during a robbery attempt at the site on August 15, 1974. Mr O’Connor, a respected employee of John Sisk & Son and a resident of Terryland, was fatally shot […] Galway Daily …
Ibec opens new Western offices in Eyre Square
Ibec, the organisation representing Irish businesses, opened new offices for services in the west of Ireland in Galway City this week. The opening of the new offices in Eyre Square took place at the organisation’s annual Budget Briefing on business priorities for the Western region. The event, which followed the formal opening of the office, […] Galway Daily …
Water mains replacement works in Galway City to last until early 2026
Over a kilometre of new water mains is being laid on the west side of the city this month to reduce water leaks and outages. Uisce Eireann is replacing 1,150 metres of old cast iron mains along Taylor’s Hill, Maunsells Road and St Mary’s Park with new pipes. The works began earlier this month and […] Galway Daily …
Full Day of Family Entertainment at Croke Park for All-Ireland Camogie Finals
Galway will face off against Galway in the All-Ireland Senior Camogie Final this weekend, in what promises to be a day of great craic for all the family. Fans heading to Croke Park on Sunday, August 10th for the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Camogie Senior, Intermediate, and Premier Junior Camogie Championship Finals are in for more […] Galway Daily …
€3.4 million funding for Galway Group Water Scheme projects
Just over €3.4 million in funding has been allocated for group water schemes in Galway as part of a €74 million package announced this week. Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, announced the third round of funding under the multi-annual Rural Water Programme 2024-2026 today. The funding will be made available primarily […] Galway Daily …
City Council urges people to ‘Leave no Trace’m enjoying the fine weather
Galway City Council is inviting people to enjoy the fine weather promised this weekend in the city – and while you’re here, ‘Love this Place, Leave no Trace’. With summer in swing and festival season in full flow, Galway City Council is asking people to ‘Use the bin or bring it with you’. In spells […] Galway Daily …
Missing teenager found safe after two weeks
A teenager reported missing just over two weeks ago has been found safe and well, it has been confirmed today. 14-year-old Tyler Berry was reported missing from the Galway area since Tuesday, June 10. Gardaí made a public appeal for information that could help to locate Tyler. It has been confirmed by Gardaí on Wednesday […] Galway Daily …
University of Galway celebrates Summer Conferring ceremonies
The University of Galway hosted its Summer Conferring ceremonies today, marking a significant academic milestone for hundreds of students and their families. More than 400 students were awarded their degrees during the ceremonies, including 92 who were conferred with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). The largest cohort to graduate during today’s ceremonies was the 187 […] Galway Daily …
Taoiseach lays first stone in 345 apartment housing development
Taoiseach Micheál Martin was in Galway on Friday to lay the first stone in 345 homes being built in the €550 million Crown Square development. The Rhatigan Group has recently hit a major milestone in work on the Crown Square development, a mixed-use urban campus integrating commercial, retail, residential and hospitality located on the Monivea […] Galway Daily …
Gardai implementing traffic restrictions in Salthill tomorrow as up to 20,000 expected for Championship matches
Gardaí will be implementing traffic restrictions in Salthill tomorrow for the GAA double-header, Africa Day celebrations and An Tóstal Festival. Around 20,000 people are expected in Pearse Stadium for the hurling and football double-header starting in the afternoon. Throw-in for Galway v Antrim in the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship is at 2:30pm and 5:00pm for […] Galway Daily …
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- University Hospital Galway patients honoured at special awards ceremony
by Briain Kelly on April 21, 2026 at 10:30 amSixteen patients attending the Diabetes Outpatient Clinic at University Hospital Galway were honoured at a special awards ceremony recently held in Croí. At the event, Diabetes Ireland recognised the individuals for living with type 1 diabetes, presenting 50- and 65-year achievement medals in acknowledgement of their courage, perseverance, and lifelong commitment to managing the condition.
- Energy efficiency roadshow brings mobile retrofit hub to Connemaraby Briain Kelly on April 21, 2026 at 9:30 am
A national energy efficiency roadshow is rolling into Connemara to help people understand how to reduce heat loss, cut energy bills and improve comfort in their homes. A fully equipped NZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Building) Retrofit Rig will offer free training, demonstrations and expert advice at An Crompán in An Cheathrú Rua from 27 April
- N83 roadworks with traffic management ongoing until the end of Mayby Briain Kelly on April 17, 2026 at 3:46 pm
Roadworks on the N83 to the north of Galway City will see traffic disruption until the end of May when they are expected to be completed. Galway County Council is carrying out resurfacing works on the N83 between Two Mile Ditch and Claregalway. The works are ongoing and are expected to continue until the end
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- The lesser-known unique Irish beach with pink ‘coral’-like shore, gorgeous views & clear water in popular tourist area
by Emma Kilcawley Hemani on April 21, 2026 at 12:37 pmTAKE a look at this beautiful Irish beach that benefits from stunning scenery and fewer crowds. With the weather improving and summer just around the corner, many will be looking for a new beach to explore. Ireland is known for gorgeous scenery - and most of all, the coast allows for some stand-out beaches. There...
- Irish hospital warns patients to ‘use alternative’ doors over ‘aggressive’ seagull after woman’s ‘scary’ car park attack
on April 20, 2026 at 5:44 pmMANAGMENT at an elite Irish hospital have warned patients and visitors of the possibility they may be attacked by “aggressive” seagulls. The warning to patients at the Galway Clinic was issued after a number of incidents involving the birds at the facility. Angry gulls have swooped in recent weeks on occupants of vehicles in the...
- Tap payment confirmed for buses in Irish city amid reduce ‘delays’ hope as new night route to bring ‘real difference’
by Felix Naylor Marlow on April 20, 2026 at 4:30 pmBUS passengers in Galway and Donegal are set to benefit from two new schemes being rolled out. Both have been welcomed as "positive" steps for local communities, making using the bus easier. In Galway, the NTA will roll out tap payments on TFI Local Link services by the end of June 2026. This means that...
- Declan McDaid double fires Dundalk into third as late burst downs Galway United
on April 17, 2026 at 11:31 pmDUNDALK are up to third in the table after Declan McDaid’s late double saw them claim a first victory over Galway Utd since 2017. Ciarán Kilduff’s side largely dominated proceedings at Oriel Par. But were struggling to find the breakthrough until the Scot came off the bench to score twice in the space of four...
