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A major new low-carbon heat hub is set to launch near Galway Crystal, replacing an old building with a 45-megawatt facility and an extensive 8,000-meter pipeline network to warm thousands of homes. While city planners have greenlit the project with 15 conditions for safety and compliance, local councilor Terry OFlaherty warns of months of road disruptions and traffic chaos — but insists progress m...

Mountbellew’s housing boom gets the go-ahead after a tense review — 39 new homes approved behind the Aldi, but with a major catch: no one can move in until the upgraded wastewater plant is fully connected, ensuring infrastructure keeps pace with growth. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated...

Galway City is set to host the Network Ireland National Conference and Businesswoman of the Year Awards this September — a major celebration of female entrepreneurs and leaders across Ireland. Featuring a powerhouse lineup including keynote speaker Laura Dowling, experts from AIB and Enterprise Ireland, and hosts like comedian Julie Burke, the event promises inspiration, networking, and strategy f...

President Catherine Connolly made a powerful, long-awaited visit to GOSHH in Limerick, honoring her promise and offering vital solidarity to Ireland’s LGBTQ+ community. The center, which has served over 2,500 people last year with counseling and sexual health support, celebrated the moment as deeply personal — thanks to CEO Verena Tarpey’s direct invitation after Connolly’s election. With the Pres...

Ireland braces for a scorching heatwave with temperatures soaring above 30°C, hitting record levels across counties like Carlow, Kilkenny, and Waterford — and more may be added to the list. The high-temp advisory lasts until Sunday, with a broader warning extending to Tuesday, possibly longer. Next week’s Wednesday and Thursday promise “very warm or hot” conditions, with lows in the 30s and muggy...

Galway’s business scene is buzzing with change—new nail spa Helen’s Signature Nails & Spa just dropped on Shop Street, right beside Coyotes, ready to cash in on the crowds. But not all news is fresh: Delaney’s MACE is shutting down after seven years on Liosban, while The Filling Station on Abbeygate also closed its doors. Both say heartfelt thanks to loyal customers and staff, with Delaney’s still...

A devastating fire tore through Joyce’s Craft Shop, an adjacent pub, and the local post office in Connemara, leaving no injuries but wiping out years of hard work and dreams. As firefighters battled the blaze, a fraudulent GoFundMe page emerged, exploiting the tragedy for profit. Owners and the community are reeling, expressing profound grief and gratitude to first responders and supporters. Payme...

A devastating crash in County Mayo claimed the lives of Una Bowden and her two daughters, Ciara and Saoirse, along with their two dogs, when their car veered into the path of an oncoming lorry at over 160 km/h. Dashcam footage showed the car crossing into the wrong lane at high speed, though road conditions and vehicle faults were ruled out. The lorry driver, a seasoned professional with no alcoho...

Galway’s beaches are getting a major accessibility boost with a €25,000 investment in beach wheelchairs and storage at Salthill and Silverstrand, part of a national €400,000 government initiative to make coastal spots more inclusive. Meanwhile, Galway City Council is rolling out pilot mobility mats at Ballyloughane and Silverstrand to smooth sandy paths for wheelchairs and mobility aids. The Irish...

Galway drivers, brace yourselves—over 11,000 penalty notices were issued last year, with December hitting a shocking 1,000+ alone, mostly for speeding and phone use, and two-thirds of offenders were men. Stay alert, stay law-abiding. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news su...

Alastair Purdy LLP in Woodquay just smashed it at the LEAP Irish Law Awards, winning Law Firm of the Year and Employment Law Firm of the Year for Connacht/Ulster. Geraghty and Co Solicitors on Eyre Street also shone, taking home awards for Probate and Family Law. Plus, two University of Galway students, Colman Monaghan and Róisin Cunningham, were crowned Law Students of the Year. With over 650 leg...

Galway County Council is considering a bold shift in grass-cutting operations across eleven Ballinasloe estates—moving from outsourced contractors to in-house staff after councilor Alan Harney exposed subpar work that even council crews had to clean up. He argues direct control could mean year-round, higher-quality maintenance, but officials caution against immediate change due to existing contrac...

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Ballinasloe’s council is taking a chill pill on public drinking rules—no rush to act when complaints are few. Instead, they’re shifting focus to drug culture, with one councilor warning that substance abuse poses serious health risks like psychosis. Meanwhile, another pushes for CCTV and even graveyard-specific by-laws to tackle broader anti-social behavior, painting a town where public safety con...

A beloved local staple, Delaney’s Mace in Galway’s Liosbaun Industrial Estate, shut its doors unexpectedly on July 9th after seven years of service — leaving workers and regulars stunned. Though the owners thank customers and staff in their farewell notice, the official reason remains unexplained. While other Delaney’s locations in Carnmore, Headford, Tuam, and beyond remain open, the closure high...

COPE Galway just landed a massive €40,000 grant from the RTÉ Toy Show fund to build a sensory room for kids in emergency housing—giving over 160 children a safe, playful space to thrive, socialize, and feel like kids again, while the appeal continues its incredible legacy of helping over a million children since 2020. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discou...

Galway’s arts festival just got a boozy twist—judge Fiona Lydon has greenlit alcohol sales at Nimmo’s Pier for the NoFit State circus show Carnation, with bars open select hours daily during the July 10–23 run, adding a splash of seaside revelry to the big top experience. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai T...

A tragic collision on the N17 in Mayo claimed the lives of Una Bowden, 47, and her two daughters, Ciara, 14, and Saoirse, 9, when their car veered into the path of an oncoming lorry. Dash cam footage captured the terrifying three-and-a-half-second crossing, with both drivers attempting to avoid impact at a combined speed of 170 km/h — too fast for either to prevent the crash. The lorry driver, sob...

Young people need digital mental health tools that feel real, relevant, and easy to use—researchers from the University of Galway and Ulster University reveal what works: trusted recommendations, culturally resonant content, and user-friendly platforms. But without stronger digital governance and clearer oversight, gaps in digital literacy leave many young users unsupported. This urgent call to ac...

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Dunguaire Castle in Kinvara might be saved from decay thanks to a joint push by Galway County Council and the Department of Housing, who are exploring a major purchase to restore this historic landmark — a move local councillor Paul Killilea is urging to accelerate before it’s too late. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advert...

A woman last seen in Salthill on April 4th is missing and authorities are urgently seeking the public’s help. Asana Kassim, 5’5”, average build, black hair, and brown eyes, is feared to be in danger. The Gardaí are asking anyone with even the smallest clue — a sighting, a conversation, a strange vehicle — to come forward. Community concern is high, and every tip could be vital. Contact Salthill Ga...

Dr. Nuala Kennedy, the beloved rural GP who died in May, spent decades healing communities in Portumna and South Galway with quiet grace and unwavering compassion. From her early determination to become a doctor—despite her mother’s push toward dietetics—to her humble, hands-on practice and joyful hobbies like knitting and crosswords, she lived her life fully for others. Her family remembers her n...

President Catherine Connolly kept her campaign promise by returning to the Portlaoise Community and Family Resource Centre — a move that thrilled staff, volunteers, and local families. Visiting just days after her inauguration, she prioritized connecting directly with community members, not just officials, and reaffirmed her commitment to supporting the vital network of 135 family resource centers...

The National Brown Bread Baking Competition is back—and this year, kids aged 12 to 18 can compete for the first time! Eight seniors and eight juniors will battle live at the National Ploughing Championships in September for cash, prizes, and national glory. Submit your homemade brown bread recipe at Euronics stores on July 17, 24, or August 7 between 9 AM and 11 AM—no late entries. Senior champs w...