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Gardaí out on the roads for Easter Bank Holiday Weekend
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (698+ words) Ahead of the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend, An Garda S'och'na and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) are urging all road users to support their efforts to keep themselves and all others on the roads safe. Garda' are carrying out a…...
Galway Theatre Festival launches full programme - Tickets now available
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (1041+ words) Running from April 30 to May 9 this year, the Galway Theatre Festival presents a programme rooted firmly in theatre, while embracing the many ways theatre can be made and experienced. Across ten days, audiences will encounter work that draws on music,…...
How to Collaborate on Projects Using CapCut Desktop Video Editing Software
6+ mon, 4+ week ago (360+ words) Working on a project with a group can be exciting, but it also comes with challenges. From sharing files to making sure everyone's ideas are included, teamwork often requires a lot of coordination. That's where CapCut Desktop Video Editing Software…...
National Symphony Orchestra comes to Galway for journey to the New World
2+ week, 3+ day ago (373+ words) National Symphony Orchestra Ireland, in association with Music for Galway, makes a welcome return to Leisureland on Saturday, March 28 with two classic works celebrating the spirit of adventure and discovery. Playing that evening are Shaun Davey's epic The Brendan Voyage…...
Week long road closure for damage caused by burst water mains
2+ week, 4+ day ago (233+ words) Part of the Rahoon Road in Galway City will remain closed throughout the week as repairs are made to damage caused by a burst water main. Significant damage was done to around 30m of the Rahoon Road between Oakley Crescent and…...
Plans for 38 social & affordable housing units in Galway City
3+ week, 4+ hour ago (155+ words) Plans are in development for the construction of 38 social and affordable housing units on the western side of Galway City. The city council has submitted a Part 8 planning application for a housing development on two connected sites on the Cappagh…...
Short term lets outnumber private rentals nearly 10 to 1 in Galway
3+ week, 8+ hour ago (682+ words) Private rentals are outnumbered nearly 10 to 1 by short term lets in Galway according to national housing charity Threshold. Threshold has released a new analysis which highlights the scale of homes being diverted into the short-term letting market during Ireland's worsening…...
University unveils new 5km health and wellbeing River Route
3+ week, 3+ day ago (442+ words) University of Galway has unveiled a new 5km River Route to enhance physical and mental wellbeing for students, staff and the wider community. The initiative was launched by Mayor of the City of Galway, Councillor Mike Cubbard, and University of Galway…...
Emerging filmmakers from Galway shortlisted for national awards
3+ week, 3+ day ago (499+ words) Five emerging young filmmakers from across Connacht have been shortlisted for Ireland's Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards 2026, with Galway leading the charge. The shortlist was announced at the IYFTY Connacht Screening at Galway Omniplex, where 28 films were showcased on…...
Michael D. Higgins to be Guest of Honour for St. Patrick's Day parade
3+ week, 4+ day ago (471+ words) Former President Michael D. Higgins will be the guest of honour at the St. Patrick's Day parade in Galway City next week. A proud Galwegian and long'time advocate for arts, culture, community, and public service, his presence will bring special significance…...