Galway news

Dublin Zoo issues urgent warning as scammers target Irish families with fake giveaways

The scams advertise supposed giveaways, including free zoo tickets and ‘back-to-school’ packs

'Parents need to educate themselves' - Psychologist Dr David Coleman bringing tour to Galway

Renowned clinical psychologist Dr David Coleman is bringing his nationwide tour to Galway next month

Galway town's 'new chapter' as taste of Italy arrives

They have thanked locals for their patience

Father and Son line out together for An Cheathrú Rua in Junior C County final

A father and son lined out together for An Cheathrú Rua in the Junior C Football Championship final at the weekend.

Galway Beo to close in ‘restructuring’ at Reach plc, owners of Irish Daily Mirror and Star

24 staff on Reach’s Irish titles are ‘at risk’, with 13 redundancies expected

Fixtures announced for Galway Senior Football Championship quarter-finals

GALWAY GAA have announced the fixtures for next weekend’s Galway Senior Football Championship quarter-finals.

Money saving experts 5-minute hack saves you €145 on winter heating bills

As the colder weather sets in, households are being urged to take a few simple steps to help reduce heating costs

Michael Daly returns to competitive action for Mountbellew Moylough

MOUNTBELLEW MOYLOUGH forward Michael Daly made his first appearance for his club since 2023 in the Galway Senior Football Championship at the weekend.

Oprah Winfrey spotted around Galway viewing 'exclusive residential properties'

Her and her real estate advisor are believed to have visited a number of homes on the market in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon during a whistlestop tour of shortlisted properties, including one on the shores of Lough Corrib

'Someone will die' - Galway dad's warning after coming within inches of losing son

He said his son was ‘extremely lucky’

Major update for Irish households as hosepipe ban lifted two weeks early

Uisce Éireann has urged people to continue using water carefully despite the lifting of the restrictions

Four Galway SHC fixtures set to be live streamed on Galway GAA TV

ALL FOUR of the Galway Senior Hurling Championship Preliminary quarter-finals will be live streamed this weekend on Galway GAA TV.

Local man named accused of sale or supply of cocaine in Galway area

He appeared at Galway District Court on five charges

PICTURES: Thousands descend on National Ploughing Championships as Day Two gets underway

Can you spot anyone you know in our gallery?

Dara Walsh strikes late for dramatic Killannin victory over Leitir Móir

​Dara Walsh was the hero for Killannin at Pearse Stadium on Sunday, when his last-minute two-point free secured the spoils in their relegation semi-final against Naomh Anna Leitir Móir. Walsh had a colossal game for Killannin on the day, scoring four two pointers (one free) and inspiring his side’s second-half comeback to defeat Leitir Móir 1-20 to 4-10.

St James’ finish strongly to condemn Caltra to SFC relegation final

With the game in the balance in the closing minutes, St James’ produced the vital scores to eventually prevail, 1-20 to 1-12, sending Caltra into a relegation final against Naomh Anna Leitir Móir.

Man in his 30s killed and woman injured after two-vehicle horror collision

The female in her 30s is being treated for non-life threatening injuries

Galway Gardai attend M17 roundabout crash 'involving car and truck'

The incident occurred on Wednesday morning

'Important step for people in the town' - New social housing development for Galway area

Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council, Cllr Andrew Reddington, said the project would make an important contribution to housing provisions

Major Galway city centre 'vital' works as Council warns of delays

Motorists have been warned

Galway's newest motorway connecting Ring Road opens to drivers

This project will help divert through traffic away from the town centre reducing congestion and improving the environment and safety for pedestrians and cyclists

Catherine Connolly pleads for change 'immediately' before major four day visit

The Irish President says it needs to happen ‘urgently’

Ed Sheeran's support acts quit tour after Macklemore removed

Ed Sheeran's backing band Beoga and three opening acts have quit his world tour after rapper Macklemore was removed from remaining dates over comments he made about Gaza

Young Galway entrepreneur 'taking world by storm' as new business plastered all over Times Square billboards

His school where he completed his Leaving Cert in 2023 were by no means shocked to see their former student on the biggest platform in the world saying that his trajectory in such a short space of time is ‘nothing short of inspiring’

Met Eireann forecast changes as weather event 'moves in over Ireland' for days

It will bring a big change to weather conditions

Bench warrant issued looking for Galway man over domestic assault charge

He is also charged with breaching a protection order

Galway campaign calls for €120m Budget funding to establish mental health A&Es across Ireland

A pre-Budget proposal has been submitted to Government to implement ‘Adam’s Protocols’

Galway landlord ordered to pay compensation to tenant

The dispute started after a fire in the apartment

Drug-related intimidation and youth safety dominate first public meeting of Galway LCSP

Gardaí investigating two-car crash on N17 outside Tuam

The collision occurred just outside Tuam on the N17 as people travelled to work this morning

Watch: Monivea Abbey's Denis Farragher reflects on match-winning penalty save

DENIS FARRAGHER’S match-winning penalty save proved decisive as Monivea Abbey edged out Milltown in a titanic Galway Senior Football Championship preliminary quarter-final battle at Tuam Stadium on Sunday evening.

Warning to Irish motorists as major licence changes set to come into effect

Irish drivers could be forced to retake theory test and 12 lessons under new rules

Oughterard edge past Dunmore MacHales in Galway SFC

Any doubts about the credentials or character of Oughterard’s footballers were put to bed following this pulsating senior football championship preliminary quarter-final in Pearse Stadium on Saturday, as the west Galway club qualified for a third consecutive quarter-final with a narrow 1-20 to 1-19 win over Dunmore MacHales.

Claregalway turn things around in second half against Bearna

AFTER taking a 13-point beating from Corofin in their opening fixture, few believed Claregalway could manufacture a path into a first senior football championship quarter-final in three years but that’s exactly what occurred in Pearse Stadium last Saturday as Claregalway recorded a 3-15 to 2-7 win over Bearna Na Forbacha.

Galway residents fuming over 'completely unacceptable' incident 'affecting everyone living here'

CCTV has been introduced as a result as residents say ‘enough is enough’

Quarter-final pairings confirmed in Galway Intermediate Football Championship

EIGHT TEAMS remain in contention for promotion to senior football as the Galway Intermediate Football Championship reaches its decisive stages.

O'Connor in talks over new contract at Galway United

Central defender only signed initial contract until end of the season

Catherine Connolly visits local event which trumps meeting with Donald

Just a dozen hours before she was due to welcome President Trump President Catherine Connolly was nowhere to be seen at Áras an Uachtaráin

Denise McNamara: 'Plan your funeral your own way'

The Funeral Planner details five common mistakes to avoid if having a wake at home.

Next shoppers love 'very comfy' trousers with 'just the right amount of stretch'

The shacket is a shirt-jacket hybrid that provides a stylish, lightweight option that works brilliantly with denim

Five Galway city streets to be transformed as new plans get go ahead

They were green lit in the hope of kickstarting ‘pedestrian priority’ streets for the city

'Nicest woman you’d meet' - Funeral announced for much-loved Irish mother killed in Australia

Annmarie O’Reilly who was killed in Australia last month will be laid to rest in Kilkenny

Duo named charged with committing four night-time Galway home burglaries

Both accused were not legally represented due to the withdrawal of services by legal aid solicitors and both men applied to the court to be released on bail

Fewer car spaces outside Galway GAA club under planned active travel scheme

Loughrea will see new footpaths and cycleways along three of its main streets as part of a planned active travel scheme.

Man leaves note at Galway beach crime scene apologising for his actions

A note had been left by the perpetrator, providing an apology and the reason

Mother and son lose Galway home eviction appeal against one of Ireland's biggest landlords

They own more than 2,000 properties across Ireland

Galway court hears man produced axe during violent incident

Nevin is charged with criminal damage to the front windows of a property and engaging in violent disorder with other named males

PICTURES: Thousands arrive for Day One of the National Ploughing Championships

An estimated 80,000 people are due to attend the three day event in Screggan, Co Offaly

Two dead following separate horror collisions as Gardaí urge witnesses to come forward

Two men aged in their 50s and 60s have passed away

Netflix star dies after 'quietly fighting' terminal cancer

Yuri Nakamura, who starred as Irene in the Netflix series Romantic Anonymous, has died at the age of 44 after a battle with terminal rectal cancer, her agency Alpha Agency has confirmed

Galway family business still going strong celebrating 80 years opened

And they have no signs of slowing down either

One of Galway's longest running free car parks ending

Drivers are being alerted that they will have to pay for parking once the new car park opens

Ireland weather forecast: 'Remarkable heatwave' 15C surge as timeline confirmed

Leading forecasters are warning of temperatures in the high 20s

Galway school's lovely tribute to remember local shop owner who kitted out students for decades

She left an unforgettable mark on the area

RIP: Local Galway gentleman dies before 100th birthday

He was described as being ‘one true kind, caring and helpful gentleman’

Met Eireann change weather forecast after 24C day reversed

Things are about to take another turn on the weather front

How ‘Schitt’s Creek’ helped an American woman find love at Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival

Colorado woman Mary Timby discovered the Clare matchmaking festival while watching TV during Covid. Now she is helping promote the event

Galway United claim derby bragging rights in The Showgrounds

Visitors come from a goal down to claim all three points and edge their hosts closer to the drop

League of Ireland: Keena strikes to give Pat’s vital lead over Dundalk

Sisters critically injured in M9 crash 'getting stronger' as they share recovery update

A GoFundMe page for the Carlow family has raised over €822,000 since its launch last month

‘It’s the right time’ — Galway city business announces closure after 35 years

Next's rugby polo top 'looks great on' and is 'perfect for in between seasons'

Next's Berry Pink Stripe Long Sleeve Rugby Polo Top is a versatile autumn layering piece that works well for both casual and smart occasions, available in sizes XS to 2XL

Irish ferry passengers warned as major passport rule change to come into effect this month

The rules will come into effect from September 28, 2026

'Avoid the satnav' - National Ploughing Championship punters urged to follow official routes

Gardaí have urged those attending to avoid certain roads

Galway Senior Football Championship quarter-final line-up confirmed

THE DRAW took place on Sunday evening for the Galway Senior Football Championship quarter-finals.

Galway man named as performance lead and coach with Squash Ireland

Dave Noone from Menlo has been involved with international teams for more than a decade

Supermac’s most famous employee returns for visit after conquering Hollywood

Actor Daryl McCormack returned to his former employers in Supermac’s

Daughter’s one wish to bring businessman dad home after death in Galway hospital

Marcin Grzegorczyk, who died in University Hospital Galway, was a well-known businessman and ran the Bike Café in Belmullet in Mayo

Inside famous Galway shop on sale after 30 years serving town with distinction

It opened in 1993

The 11 vacant Galway sites being transformed under new €24 million plan

Funding through the Towns and Cities Regeneration Investment Fund will benefit Tuam, Galway City and Ballinasloe

Famous TV star spotted running small Galway parkrun

Tony Audenshaw, better known as long time Emmerdale character and Wolfpack favourite Bob Hope, stopped by Oranmore on Saturday

Wayne Rooney shouts out Galway business as Manchester United star congratulates 20 year achievement

Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has been shouting out Just Kids Athenry in Galway

Farragher penalty save sends Monivea Abbey past Milltown in Galway SFC

DENIS FARRAGHER’S match-winning penalty save proved decisive as Monivea Abbey edged out Milltown 0-16 to 0-15 in a titanic Galway Senior Football Championship preliminary quarter-final battle at Tuam Stadium on Sunday evening.

Irish Revolut customers warned as fraudsters obtain passport and driving licence scans

ESET Ireland has warned that ‘leaked passports do not expire’

Ribbon cut on new Athenry Ring Road section in Galway

Irish drivers alerted over €3,500 new car fund being left on table

Eligible drivers can get the payment from the SEAI

‘Three Ways of Seeing’ as diverse work on show in Kinvara exhibition

‘Three Ways of Seeing’, an exhibition of recent paintings by Noelle Angley, Josephine Boland and Vanya Savov will open at KAVA Courthouse Gallery, Kinvara, next Friday, September 18, at 7pm, for Culture Night.

Mountbellew Moylough stun Tuam Stars in Galway SFC Preliminary quarter-final

MOUNTBELLEW-MOYLOUGH produced their most impressive performance of the year to knock Tuam Stars out of the championship at the preliminary quarter-final stage on Sunday afternoon in Tuam Stadium, running out 0-20 to 0-13 winners.

Galway women in court over Doonbeg protest against President Donald Trump

Bail was granted to the two defendants accused of committing a public order offence

Temperatures to hit 24 degrees in some parts today but experts pinpoint dramatic turnaround

Heavy and persistent rain is expected to sweep across the country this afternoon

Met Eireann 'winter hazard' alert with 'rain bomb' exact date

Longer term forecasts are not looking good

Galway man buys brand new Mercedes-Benz for only 99 cent

The new Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class starts at €55,465 and ranges up to €112,920

Culture Night 2026: Galway gears up for national celebration with packed programme of free events

Galway City Council halts rebrand project as decision-makers ‘take a breath’

Sad day for Galway city as business closing down after 35 years

After nearly 45 years of work, the pair have decided to retire

Ireland weather for the week as Met Eireann update forecast over big change

It’s a weird looking weather week ahead

€1.2m sought for 84ac Galway farm with 1,000 sq m steel-frame shed

Grass farm has previously been used for potatoes and equestrian

Social welfare Ireland: €924 payment boost to help with winter heating

There are a few social welfare supports that can help out those who are struggling with heating and electricity bills this winter

'Families carry shame through generations’ - Woman's justice for Galway men sentenced to death by hanging

All three went to their deaths protesting their innocence

On Inis Meáin, Peadar Mór Ó Conghaile speaks the only language he has ever known

During a recent visit to the Aran Islands, Matt Nolan spent time with an 80-year-old farmer with a special connection to the traditions of the past

Wicklow principal retires after more than 40 years at Katie Taylor’s former school

St Killian’s principal John Murphy is stepping away from a career he says he would ‘do all over again’ if he could

20 social welfare Ireland payments eligible for €400+ winter cash boost

Here's how to check your eligibility

Popular Galway market's final weekend 'hard to believe' as future undecided

They are unsure if they'll be back

Social welfare Ireland: €420 direct cash payment launched as criteria confirmed

There has been important updates to the payment that will benefit eligible claimants

Feeding robins this 1 food in September keeps them coming back for more

As the weather cools and the days shorten, the once lively dawn chorus has dwindled to a hush

Donald Trump's 'love to see' united Ireland comments get tongues wagging

His comments left the reporters shocked

IN PICTURES: US President Donald Trump lands in Ireland for weekend visit

President Donald Trump will later travel across the country to his golf resort in Doonbeg, county Clare, which is hosting the Irish Open.

Galway Culture Night full line up confirmed

There is several events across the city and county

"Theatre is where my heart is," says Lorcan ahead of Galway performance with Druid

​“Theatre is where my heart is,” says Lorcan Cranitch. “It’s where I came into the whole profession. Film and TV are extraordinary and I’m very grateful for the great projects I’ve been part of, but there’s nothing to beat live performance.”

Popular Inisbofin in spotlight as Caroline exhibits at Clifden Arts Festival

Caroline Concannon has been taking photos of her home place of Inishbofin for nearly 30 years. Many are of deserted houses, with a special focus on their decaying doors and windows, while the coastline of the North Connemara island and the waters surrounding it also feature large in her striking pictures.