News - Galway
Passengers advised of disruption to local train service
Both lines include stops in the Shannonside region.
Mar 8, 2026 09:26
Roscommon woman who died in crash made a 'massive contribution to society', funeral hears
Fr Louis Lohan remembered her devotion to religion, how she was a Eucharistic minister, watched the religious channel EWTN, and spent the final day of her life in Knock.
Feb 26, 2026 13:20
Funeral of Roscommon woman who died in crash taking place today
Kathleen Cunningham (née Ryan) lost her life in the single-vehicle collision at Rooaun, near Eyrecourt, at around 8.15pm.
Feb 26, 2026 09:39
HSE clarify confusion around Galway hospital
Fianna Fáil TD for Galway West John Connolly raised the issue in the Dáil yesterday.
Feb 20, 2026 13:40
Local TD calls for Irish cattle exports to return to normal despite bluetongue outbreak
The virus has now been detected in five herds in Co Wexford since the first confirmed case here last month.
Feb 18, 2026 10:51
Teenager killed in Co. Galway crash
It happened outside Loughrea in the early hours of this morning.
Jan 18, 2026 08:50
Protest over Dunmore traffic congestion to take place
A protest is planned in the town for next Saturday.
Jan 12, 2026 15:30
Public consultation taking place on plans to upgrade Galway hospital
It'll include two new bed blocks with 300 extra inpatient beds and a new Emergency Department.
Nov 29, 2025 08:12
Man dies following single-vehicle crash in Galway
The incident happened on the L2107 at Cappadavock, Lavally, near Tuam, at around 4.30pm this morning.
Nov 2, 2025 10:10
Catherine Connolly leading race for the Áras in latest opinion poll
The poll revealed Fianna Fáil candidate Jim Gavin's score is at 15 per cent in the first poll since nominations closed.
Oct 5, 2025 08:11
Investigation continuing into Ballinasloe nursing home fire
The blaze broke out at Millrace Nursing Homes, located on Bridge Street on Sunday.
Sep 8, 2025 11:33
Man due to appear in court following drugs seizure in Galway and Westmeath
€165,000 worth of cocaine and cannabis was seized following searches in Galway and Westmeath on Wednesday.
Aug 29, 2025 17:05
Man remains in Garda custody following Athlone seizure
The driver, a man in his 40s, was arrested and is being held at a Garda station in the North West.
Aug 29, 2025 07:34
Man arrested following drugs seizure worth €165,000 in Athlone and Galway
Officers also seized cannabis herb, cannabis resin, cocaine and a hydraulic press during the search a home in Athlone.
Aug 28, 2025 15:57Shannonside Newsletter
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