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9am-10am We meet some great local characters We talk about the local soccer club We learn about the history of Mervue 10am-11am Phil Grealish and Eileen Dunleavy of the Credit Union join us for their charity draw We have the Connacht Tribune headlines with Dave O'Connell Anna Conboy and Phil Ryan join us for a chat 11am-12pm Terry Flaherty of Mervue Utd and Orla Conchur-Murphy of St. James' GAA join us Frank Naughton treats us to a song while Martin Glavin and Jacqueline O'Dowd of the Mervue choir join us. We finsh off by speaking to Pat Sullivan. Galway Talks Galway Talks with John Morley is the flagship show on Galway Bay FM and broadcasts Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and is the most popular talk show in the Galway region. The current affairs show features a mix of breaking news, human interest stories, sport, entertainment, history and live music. From local and national politics to community issues, voices from across the county and beyond discuss and debate the major events affecting Galway, the country and the world. There's a lighter side too as we feature the stories of local characters, the talent of Galway's arts scene and debate the county's many sporting achievements. To listen back to previous shows see here. Meanwhile. Galway Bay FM News provides trusted, comprehensive coverage and analysis of local, national, and international stories. Tune in every hour, Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm, with breakfast updates at 7:30 and 8:30. Catch the multi-award-winning FYI Galway from 5pm for all your news and sport, along with traffic and business information. And if its sport you're after -Listen live to Galway Bay FM Sport on the hour from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. For all your local, national and international sports commentaries, fixtures and results check out Over the Line on Fridays from 7pm to 10pm, Saturday and Sunday Sports from 1pm – 6pm and Mondays from 8pm to 10pm. Download the Galway Bay FM app to get the latest stories on the go and stay connected on Facebook, Instagram and X
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Thursday, 23rd October 2025) 9am-10am Planning will be lodged for the new Galway Hospice next year following confirmation from the HSE. Irish hotelier takes on 250km challenge, retracing path of his late wife Marking National Brain Tumour Awareness Week (October 20-26) 10am-11am Local Authorities' environmental performance improving but continued commitment needed to deliver on National Enforcement Priorities Connacht Tribune Headlines the key dos and don'ts about the voting process in this Presidential election. Galway employers among those under pressure to prepare for EU pay transparency law Claddagh Chamber Choir Presents “A Claddagh Christmas” — Two Nights, Eight Concerts of Festive Music in Galway 11am-12pm CULTURE CORNER - Aoife Dunne (Galway Comedy Festival) PET CORNER – Halloween SPORTS PREVIEW with Ollie Turner MUSIC MORNINGS - Kenan Flannery, Aileen Henderson & Colm Gavin are playing a headline show in: Monroes Galway on October 31st
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Wednesday, 22nd October 2025) 9am-10am Councillors hit out at Com Reg as mobile coverage problems persist across County Galway Minister Foley in Galway to open two new residential centres for people with disabilities 10am-11am Update on Maternity Services in Portiuncula Hospital Ballinasloe MOTORING with GERRY MURPHY Paediatric Nurse honoured as an Unsung Hero for her outstanding support to families facing childhood cancer in UHG 11am-12pm FINANCIAL ADVICE with DAVE MCCARTHY KARL SPAIN- Galway Comedy Festival HISTORY TALKS – WILLIE HENRY - Galway Market Book
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Tuesday, 21st October 2025) 9am-10am Parents of missing Galway student issue plea for search volunteers Galway woman with Endometriosis welcomes new framework as a first step in long journey for the health service Meeting later this week on how to protect and retore our water quality in Galway 10am-11am Galway Resident praises support services locally after experiencing a mental health crisis Galway County Council Launches €762,000 Community Climate Action Fund Award-winning play puts violence against women in the spotlight Garda Slot Everyone's Voice – A Human Rights Concert by i4Life 11am-12pm Tickets on sale now from www.galwaycomedyfestival.ie Bearna poet scoops prestigeous award at the Red Line Book Festival Music Mornings - Fionn Silke (Sakura)
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Monday, 20th October 2025) 9am-10am Medical negligence costs a challenge for health service, consultants hear Can we better look after the diaspora? the Minister consults with Galway businesses Did Ben Dunne really organise the kidnapping of a ‘well-known entertainer'? We find out the author of a new book on the Dunnes 10am-11am Loughrea woman highlights health service inadequacies in emotional viral TikTok Research shows world-first breakthrough for bowel cancer immunotherapy Why are country musicians excluded from Arts Council funding? And should they be made a priority? 11am-12pm Galway Greats - Donal Lynch Sport Review with Ollie Turner
Today on Community Matters: Leitir Móir 9am-10am We speak to some characters in the area We get the current affairs issues in the area We get the history of the area 10am-11am We speak to some local communnity organisations John Beag O Flatharta talks about music and boats We hear about a commemorative walk taking place on saturday 11am-12pm GAA and soccer are the focus on sport We get music from the Sonny's We finsh off by speaking to three business people in the area Galway Talks Galway Talks with John Morley is the flagship show on Galway Bay FM and broadcasts Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and is the most popular talk show in the Galway region. The current affairs show features a mix of breaking news, human interest stories, sport, entertainment, history and live music. From local and national politics to community issues, voices from across the county and beyond discuss and debate the major events affecting Galway, the country and the world. There's a lighter side too as we feature the stories of local characters, the talent of Galway's arts scene and debate the county's many sporting achievements. To listen back to previous shows see here. Meanwhile. Galway Bay FM News provides trusted, comprehensive coverage and analysis of local, national, and international stories. Tune in every hour, Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm, with breakfast updates at 7:30 and 8:30. Catch the multi-award-winning FYI Galway from 5pm for all your news and sport, along with traffic and business information. And if its sport you're after -Listen live to Galway Bay FM Sport on the hour from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. For all your local, national and international sports commentaries, fixtures and results check out Over the Line on Fridays from 7pm to 10pm, Saturday and Sunday Sports from 1pm – 6pm and Mondays from 8pm to 10pm. Download the Galway Bay FM app to get the latest stories on the go and stay connected on Facebook, Instagram and X
Following the resumption of Kirkuk crude exports on September 27, 2025, the oil markets are poised for significant shifts. This development marks a crucial turning point for the Mediterranean oil landscape, as the Iraqi grade reenters the market amid ongoing geopolitical dynamics and supply chain adjustments. In this episode, John Morley is joined by crude oil reporters Luke Stuart and Ernest Puey to explore the potential implications of this reintroduction. They will discuss how the return of Kirkuk crude could affect pricing, regional supply dynamics, and the broader impact on Mediterranean trade flows. Links: Bearish sentiment grows across Med sweet crude complex in oversupplied market (subscriber content) Iraqi Kirkuk's return to Europe could further pressure sour differentials (subscriber content) Kirkuk FOB Ceyhan AAEJD00 CPC Blend CIF vs CPC Dated Brent Strip AAHPL00
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Thursday, 16th October 2025) 9am-10am Farmers have nothing to fear over the Mercosur Deal according to Phil Hogan Free physiotherapist led osteoporosis education session this Saturday at Bon Secours Hospital Galway Presidential candidate CATHERINE CONNOLLY speaks to Galway Bay FM 10am-11am Presidential candidate HEATHER HUMPHREYS speaks to Galway Bay FM Connacht Tribune Headlines Once a Year – new novel from best selling Irish author 11am-12pm Culture Corner - Kristen House is the founder of "A Novel Idea" (ANI), a writing program that helps young people write a full-length novel Pet Corner - Halloween Sports Preview with Ollie Turner Padraig Jack is due to play the Crane Lane on Friday
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Wednesday, 15th October 2025) 9am-10am Public consultation launched on development of CAMHS standards Mistake for Greens to back Connolly - former party Chair Works begin at Connemara Ambulance base New national supercomputer CASPIr to be operated by University of Galway 10am-11am No bus service for annaghdown/headford students suddenly Call for national strategy on sudden unexplained death in epilepsy Minister O'Donovan can put Prime Time support into action by letting Comedy Bill proceed to committee – Aengus Ó Snodaigh TD Féileacáin Wave of Light 2025 - we speak to a bereaved parent 11am-12pm Making It Up As You Go Along: A Children's Guide to Writing Stories ASK THE DENTIST Doireann Ní Ghlacáin Announces Debut Solo Tour Studies on the Cailleach
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Study finds early menopause is associated with increased risk of dementia Unanimous concern over Galway flood response as no funding set aside in Connemara draft budget Former RTÉ Western Editor Jim Fahy to be remembered at book launch 10am-11am Trump declares peace in Gaza Quality of surface water continues to decline, says EPA Galway hairstylist wins big in London Competition 11am-12pm We speak to Laureate na nog patricia forde about her new book Evergreen slot Music Morning - Irish harpist Úna Ní Fhlannagáin
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Families gather in Tuam calling for intervention to prevent their childcare facility closing due to fire safety works costing €1.2m City council in limbo over €60m loan to fit out new HQ, as councillors raise questions over purchase Update after Maam Valley left with no coverage since July 10am-11am Over 100 Galway properties investigated as suspected illegal short-term lets since 2023 We speak to a Galway man about his journey living with psychosis We learn how parents can help Children Build Emotional Resilience Through Play and Storytelling 11am-12pm Galway Greats - Billy Comer Sports Review
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Maam Valley locals without broadband and phone coverage since July 10am-11am President Higgins unveils new commemorative benches in Eyre Square Huge funding to be announced for Gort 11am-12pm Galway Thoughts panel Sports preview
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am We speak to Salthill poet Sarah Clancy on returning home after Israeli detention Claddagh Watch flags go missing from O'Brien's Bridge 10am-11am Half of Galway parents indifferent to teen drinking Galway property prices rise by €30,000 in one year Connacht Tribune Headlines Living with Loss information night to take place in Galway City 11am-12pm Culture Corner - Baboro Pet corner Music Mornings - Orla Ní Fhinneadha appointed University of Galway Sean-Nós Singer-in-Residence
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am We talk all things budget Motorists to pay 2.5 cents more per litre because of higher carbon tax Health budget increase will not meet the needs of a growing population and this budget fails to invest in our future Introduction of new minimum wage will lead to many business closures 10am-11am Calls to stop plans for construction eight industrial-scale wind turbines in the Killimordaly area Galway City Council stalls on parking payment fix but promises new signage Motoring slot We speak to the author of The Bailout Babies 11am-12pm Financial advice with Dave McCarthy We hear about a charity trek in aid of Parkinson's Ireland History Talks - we hear about a lecture on insights from Ó Cellaig Country in eastern Connacht
President Donald Trump's attacks on law firms have hand their intended impact, even as courts shoot down executive orders against some as unconstitutional and the details of White House deals with others remain unclear, according to Yale Law School professor John Morley. "The point here is to extract a demonstrative form of obedience," Morely said. He said he's already seen a "chilling effect" with firms less willing to take on matters pushing back against the administration than in Trump's first term. Morley, who has studied law firm collapses, does not blame the leaders of firms that struck deals with the White House to avoid punitive executive orders. Court wins for the four firms who have challenged orders targeting them so far show that those firms made the right, albeit risky, choice to fight. "I am absolutely certain that, if one of these executive orders survived a temporary injunction proceeding, that would be the death of the firm," Morley said. "Or at least I think the probability is very high." Morley spoke to Bloomberg Law reporter Roy Strom on this episode of our podcast, On The Merits, about what has become of Trump's attacks on Big Law and what would happen if the President resumed them. He also discussed how they've changed the attitudes of his students at Yale about which firms they may want to work at in the future. Do you have feedback on this episode of On The Merits? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley 9am-10am MEP calls on minister to act as draft report on EU housing crisis published Petition demanding the establishment of Mental Health A&Es achieves landmark support Ambulance for Recess delayed yet again 10am-11am We talk all things budget Political correspondent Sean Defoe joins us We hear what people on the streets of Galway want from the budget And all about a VAT cut for hospitality industry from next July Meanwhile there will be a VAT cut for new build apartments And Irish Hauliers say they are being strangled by excessive taxation 11am-12pm Two Galway ladies footballers join us to chat about an upcoming fundraiser Galway Girl Crowned Miss Universe Ireland 2025 Music Mornings - Joe Reichbenbachh
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Fianna Fáil's Jim Gavin withdraws from Presidential Election Galway farmers facing significant costs after flooding Storm Amy worsens existing flooding problem in Kylemore Video of Clonbur GAA grounds goes viral as pitch ‘turns into a lake' Calls for Government to help local businesses that assist communities during storms Galway RNLI looking for former crew as they celebrate 30 years 10am-11am Warning as €10,000 drained from Clarinbridge man's Revolut account in security breach Football rules changes passed overwhelmingly at Special Congress We hear all about Voices of the New Tribes of Galway 11am-12pm Galway Greats - Brendan Holland Sports Review
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am 'Severe and damaging gusts' to come as Storm Amy hits Galway Closures and event cancellations across the city after rain warning overnight Flooding across the county with Moycullen and Connemara badly affected Fears Government's proposed short-term rental legislation could devastate family-run businesses across rural Ireland 10am-11am We speak to Eamon O'Cuiv after Catherine Connolly was criticized by the Taoiseach over hiring a woman convicted of firearms offences Concern at new influx to UHG maternity unit We hear about a new project involving the compositions of a Columban missionary priest who lived in Woodford 11am-12pm Galway Thoughts panel - Albert Dolan and Mairead Farrell Sports Preview
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Urgent Call for Road Safety Measures in Kinvara Village Irish Refugee Council call on Department of Justice to halt voluntary return campaign We look at events taking place for World Stoma Day this Saturday 10am-11am Protest takes place in Galway City as Israel stops 13 Gaza aid boats carrying 500 activists – including Galway poet Connacht Tribune Headlines Health cover hikes to hit families for up to €600 as premiums rise again First named storm of the season To hit Galway with Yellow rain warning in place 11am-12pm CULTURE CORNER - Eastside Arts Festival Podiatry conference takes place in Galway Music Mornings - Opacas
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley 9am-10am FOI reveals ‘failures' in enforcing short-term letting rules in Galway City Transport woes force school change for children with language disorders in Loughrea Awareness campaign to be launched for sexual violence survivors 10am-11am The Ambassador of Ukraine to Ireland Ms Larysa Gerasko joins us Motoring with Gerry Murphy We speak to a new Galway Garda recruit about his experience of training and the job 11am-12pm Financial advice with Dave McCarthy We speak to the new CEO of Galway Chamber History Talks - New book on the history & memory of RTC Galway, GMIT & ATU Galway
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am House prices in Galway rise yet again Galway primary pupils suffer from overcrowded classrooms Good job news for Galway as CLS announced 140 new roles and Datavant adds 40 to its Irish team 10am-11am Calls to end ‘overly prescriptive' planning process in Ireland We hear all about this year's Sleep Out for Simon 11am-12pm Kayte O Malley joins us to tell us all the details of TY Media Week Evergreen slot Music Mornings - Dave Clancy
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Double gold for Irish rowers at World Championships Sinn Féin calls for €100k National Maternity Hospital bike shed tender to be scrapped We hear about events taking place in Galway for breast cancer awareness month 10am-11am Urgent need for construction of two new school buildings in Galway Irish peacekeepers could be sent to Ukraine 'if called to do so' We hear about a Galway doctor's new book – Uprooted Medicine 11am-12pm Galway Greats - Patricia Forde Sports Review
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am We're live from the Annual Pathways to Progress Medico-Legal conference in the Glenlo Abbey Hotel Galway activist on Gaza aid flotilla slams drones targeting boats We speak to an expert in effective responses to homelessness amongst older people We'll hear about Artificial Intelligence and Assistive Techonology and the Impact on Healthcare and Healthcare Litigation 10am-11am New communications network to be rolled out to first responders Announcement of large scale development in Doughiska Assisted Decision Making – Progress so far 11am-12pm Sports preview Galway Thoughts panel - Noel Thomas and Sean Kyne Women's Health and Birth Related Injuries – Recent Research and Developments
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Planned outages for Connemara electricity supply as ESB to carry out major upgrade of region's network Irish Medical Organisation response to Donald Trump's autism announcement Recipients of the Galway People of the year awards announced 10am-11am Update on maternity services in Portiuncula Connacht Tribune Headlines Mental Health Reform Calls on Government to “Pay the Bill” in Upcoming Budget Architecture at the Edge Festival returns to Galway 11am-12pm Ours to Protect - Energy
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Vandals target running track in Ballinasloe Concern raised that tourism in Galway will suffer unless coach spaces are made available We speak to two time Superbowl champion Max Starks ahead of Pittsburgh Steelers historic NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings in Croke Park 10am-11am New primary school curriculum to be phased in Hauliers say Insurance costs are crippling rural Ireland We hear about the Silent Film Festival kicking off in Galway this Wednesday 11am-12pm We speak to the directors of new film - ‘Re-Creation: The Trial of Ian Bailey' Headford Man crowned overall winner in World Skills Ireland Motor Mechanics Finals Music Mornings – Aisling Fuller
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Should the Budget reduce the VAT rate for the restaurant sector? Number of flights cancelled today as Dublin Airport continues to recover from weekend chaos More Life rings tampered with in Galway City 10am-11am Thousands gather for Irish language march Warning of Facebook accommodation scams as the student housing crisis worsens Leading medtech innovators to gather in Galway Europe's Only Festival of Nomadic Cultures Returns to Galway 11am-12pm Galway Greats - Niall Rooney Sports Review
Galway Talks with John Morley (Wednesday, 17th September 2025): 9am-10am €6.6 Million Secured for Tuam Station House Enterprise Hub 26% of Irish adults don't have retirement plan in place – CCPC Doctors pen letter of support for Connemara Greenway completion 10am-11am Israel continues to commit genocide in Gaza - UN independent commission Motoring Slot with Gerry Murphy Call to support Community Sensory Hub for Killannin 11am-12pm Financial Advice with Dave McCarthy Corrib Féile-FLOW 2025: For the Love Of Water HISTORY TALKS - Kilconly School 50th anniversary book
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Fire service attend apartment blaze in Dun Na Coiribe Galway attention now on County Hall after presidential hopefuls leave City Hall empty-handed Up to 300,000 expected to attend Ploughing Championships in Offaly More heavy rain on the way for Galway as another yellow warning in place this evening 10am-11am Supermac's founder Pat McDonagh calls on the Oireachtas Finance Committee to launch full investigation into the insurance industry Government increasing college student fees by €500 We speak to a Tuam woman shortlisted for Inovation award at The Ploughing 11am-12pm Galway bodybuilder heading stateside to represent Ireland at World Championships Evergreen slot Music Mornings - Klara Carolan
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Taoiseach Expresses his Condolences on the Death of Former Senator, Professor James Doolan Gaeilgeoirí to march and demand action on language and housing this weekend We hear about Unseen - a memoir by Breda O'Toole, written alongside Dr Tony Bates 10am-11am Concerns over rise in use of nitrous oxide by Galway teens Chronic Pain Ireland launches national campaign to tackle stigma for Pain Awareness Month Chamber Choir Ireland brings Arvo Part's 90th birthday party to Galway 11am-12pm Galway Greats - PJ Duggan Sports review as quarter final pairings are set in the senior and intermediate football championship
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley 9am-10am Further livestock worrying in Oranmore after sheep killed in Renville New University of Galway president joins us in studio Galway Charity Shop Calls on Public to Celebrate Life With No Limits 10am-11am Calls for Government to clarify if will push through a ban on petrol and diesel vehicles City council tenant rents to rise in New Year Connacht Tribune Headlines Croí Night Run is back on Salthill Promenade 11am-12pm Culture Corner - Movie about the story of the potato comes to Portumna We'll speak to Ollie Turner from the IRFU Charitable Trust Golf Outing at Galway Bay Golf Course in Rinville Sports Preview Music mornings - DONNY joins us in studio
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley 9am-10am Council to consider scrapping city parking machines in favour of app Minister for Special Education & Inclusion, Michael Moynihan TD joins us Vigil in Galway to mark World Suicide Prevention Day 10am-11am The Palestinian Ambassador visited Galway yesterday – We caught up with her at city hall Planning application due to be lodged for Shancloon Windfarm City council tenant rents to rise in New Year Ireland's only blackberry festival, Féile na bPuiteachaí, returns to Inis Meáin 11am-12pm Financial advice with Dave McCarthy Ask the Dentist BRAVO to bring Come Away With Me to the stage tonight History Talks - University of Galway launches digital archive of Long Kesh journals
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Disgust as hundreds of bottles and cans removed from Galway city canal The new CEO of Galway Simon Community joins us as child homelessness reaches record high Ballymacward woman with dyspraxia speaks about managing her condition 10am-11am Parents in Furbo say progress on safe routes to school doesn't go far enough Caution urged as High Tide Warning in place this week As fundraising continues for a pupil of Tirellan NS who suffered a catastrophic brain bleed in February we speak to his father Fianna Fail cllrs in Loughrea put colours to the mast for the underdog candidate as the nomination process for President is finalised later 11am-12pm Cartoon Fest kicks off today in Galway City and Inis Oirr We hear about a defence forces adventure challenge for silver gaisce award Music Mornings - Finghin Collins joins us live in studio
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley 9am-10am Relief locally as Fine Gael councillors instructed to block nomination of independents Good Friday Agreement could have reference to ECHR removed – according to Reform UK's Nigel Farage We hear about how Galwegians can access healthcare in Northern Ireland 10am-11am Tributes paid as retired Galway Bay fm journalist Ken Kelly passes away after a short illness Commercial Bus Operators Call for Full Inclusion in New Free Travel Scheme for Children Under 9 Galway Hospice to Host Palliative Care Conference 11am-12pm Galway Great - Jarlath McDonagh Sports review
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley 9am-10am Government launches five-year national strategy to improve disability rights in Ireland We speak to Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke as he visits Galway 10am-11am Lack of engagement from employers in regards to auto enrolement We hear about The West's Awake – a Rally for Palestine taking place this weekend Several events taking place in Galway for National Services Day 11am-12pm Culture Corner - The man, the myth, the legend, Joe Sherry joins us to talk about Clarinbridge Market Day Pet Corner Sports Preview Music Mornings - 12th Annual Féile Cheoil Larry Reynolds Festival in Ballinasloe
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Galway based Tik Toker recants hellish taxi scenario when trying to return to Clonboo from the city at night EU Commission to push for ratification of Mercosur deal BioBank Ireland working to create “snapshot” of the health of people of Ireland 10am-11am Major changes to Galway International Oyster & Maritime Festival Calls to End Discrimination in Inheritance Tax for Childless Citizens 4,000 HGV drivers needed over the next 5 years or Ireland will grind to a halt as early as this Christmas 11am-12pm Financial advice with Dave McCarthy We hear about Trad Fest taking place this weekend History Talks - Launch of 'A Magdalene Rose'
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Tuesday, 2nd September 2025) 9am-10am Padraic Joyce to remain as Galway football manager until 2028 Sharp Rise in AI Chatbot Use Among 8–15 year olds – CyberSafeKids Warns of Unchecked Risks Baboro programme available online ahead of this year's festival 10am-11am Israel moves bond approval from Ireland to Luxembourg Call for Galway people who have completed cancer treatment to take part in the Upcoming Survive & Thrive Programme GARDA REPORT Galway trio raise thousands to join charity project building classrooms in Kenya 11am-12pm Niall Breslin brings new album The Place That Has Never Been Wounded to Galway EVERGREEN with Helen Mannion Galway Choir Seeks 100 Individuals To Find Their Voice for Town Hall Performance
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Monday, 1st September 2025) 9am-10am Nearly 9 per cent of Ireland's derelict homes in Galway, report finds Isme pushes back on plans to raid National Training Fund Construction Work on Footpaths Inconveniencing Walkers Call for State-of-the-Art Convention Centre on City Hall Site 10am-11am IRISH CITIZENS have SET SAIL FOR GAZA No school transport for ASD students for Gaelscoil Riabhach in Loughrea and around Ireland Remote jobs could generate over €100m per year for Ireland The Glenamaddy Ploughing and Agricultural Show will take place on Sunday the 28th of September 11am-12pm Galway Greats - Pierce Purcell Snr Weekend Sports Preview with Ollie Turner
Health issues were to the fore in more ways than one this week. There was a very public back and forth between the Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill and BAM in relation to the National Children's Hospital. Closer to home on Galway Talks we focused in on the Rare Diseases Strategy which is being developed for the next five years up to 2030. There are calls for expansion of rare diseases tested for, but also reliability of said tests. While plans and strategies are important, ultimately it is delivery of changes and implementations of health recommendations that will make differences on the ground. We got to see the real human impact of that when Renmore mother Roisin Costello joined us alongside Anne Lawlor, a founding member and chair of 22q Ireland. Very poignantly at the end of the interview Roisin laid bare that due to inaction on implementing changes other families have gone through similar situations to her family as genetic anomalies have not been caught by the screening system. She wants to see and has renewed her calls for a centralised screening lab here in Ireland so that nothing is missed by health officials. Giving families the medical advice they need by making them aware of all the factors going into subsequent pregnancies. BreastCheck missing screening targets for a second year running also made headlines locally here in Galway. We covered it with Prof. Michael Kerin who is over the cancer programme locally and Edel Shovlin the COO of the Irish Cancer Society. Staffing dominated the changes needed alongside implementation of recommendations and completed promised infrastructure projects. In more positive news for service users and family members in Loughrea, the Seven Springs Day Centre fully reopened this week following a long campaign from the Loughrea Concerned Citizens Group. Mattie Quinn heralded the reopening and put it down to people power, adding that “they won't be going away” anytime soon. The Presidential election has remained in the focus and this week on Galway Bay FM we heard calls for grassroots Fianna Fáil members to be given a say in who will contest the race for the Áras. Loughrea area Cllr. Michael Regan hit out at the top brass of the party and expressed his support for Eamon O'Cuív. He wants to see a democratic process opened up without delay. We should hear more on the next moves from Fianna Fáil next week when the Taoiseach discusses options with the parliamentary party. Meanwhile, two Ministers from the party were on Inis Oírr this week to announce the first announcement of the NDP spending ahead of Budget 2026. The island will benefit from over 35 million euro investment in its pier, some 20 years on from when the project became one of the many victims from the financial downturn. Better late than ever and a shock to islanders, planning will now begin in earnest to get the most out of this massive infrastructural boost to the area. Don't forget we are out and about on Friday next the 5th of September for Community Matters! We will be covering Kilnadeema Leitrim from Finnerty's Mills in the heart of Southeast Galway. Join us on the morning between 9am-12pm if you are in the area. Galway Talks Galway Talks with John Morley is the flagship show on Galway Bay FM and broadcasts Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and is the most popular talk show in the Galway region. The current affairs show features a mix of breaking news, human interest stories, sport, entertainment, history and live music. From local and national politics to community issues, voices from across the county and beyond discuss and debate the major events affecting Galway, the country and the world. There's a lighter side too as we feature the stories of local characters, the talent of Galway's arts scene and debate the county's many sporting achievements. To listen back to previous shows see here. Meanwhile. Galway Bay FM News provides trusted, comprehensive coverage and analysis of local, national, and international stories. Tune in every hour, Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm, with breakfast updates at 7:30 and 8:30. Catch the multi-award-winning FYI Galway from 5pm for all your news and sport, along with traffic and business information. And if its sport you're after -Listen live to Galway Bay FM Sport on the hour from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. For all your local, national and international sports commentaries, fixtures and results check out Over the Line on Fridays from 7pm to 10pm, Saturday and Sunday Sports from 1pm – 6pm and Mondays from 8pm to 10pm. Download the Galway Bay FM app to get the latest stories on the go and stay connected on Facebook, Instagram and X Morley's Mouthfuls
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley 9am-10am Over 250 people attend Athenry Peaker Plant Concern Group meeting. No Bus for 11 children with additional needs in Ballinasloe. 10am-11am Woman taken to UHG after incident at city's Eye Cinema. Striking school secretaries and caretakers to attend regional rallies. 1 million extra home care hours needed in 2026 to help improve “blackspot” in Galway. Connacht Rugby team up with AV experts Sound to Light. Galway City to become a Beacon of Climate Hope and Innovation this September. 11am-12pm Galway Thoughts Panel w/ Albert Dolan of Fianna Fáil and Louis O'Hara of Sinn Féin. Weekend sports preview.
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Thursday, 28th August 2025): 9am-10am Over €35 million in State funding provided for pier in Inis Oírr 'Significant scope' to expand newborn screening Vhi to increase prices by average of 3% from 1 October 10am-11am Vandalism prompts temporary closure of changing rooms and toilet facilities at Dunlo Athletic Track, Ballinasloe Finding Sophie - world premiere at the Town Hall Theatre, Galway on 10 September with previews on 5 & 6 September Global conference on basking sharks to take place in Galway this week 11am-12pm Ours To Protect - Sustainability Pet Corner - Breeds issues Farewell Siobhán
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Wednesday, 27th August 2025): 9am-10am Local TD critical of Government delay in engaging with school secretaries and caretakers New Research 1 from Drinkaware Reveals Complex Relationship with Alcohol Career options after the Leaving Certificate at Galway Community College 10am-11am Fianna Fail cllr calls on party to give the grassroots a say in Presidential deliberations Motoring Slot with Gerry Murphy Disposable Vapes For the first time ever — Fahy Travel brings a major international Escorted and Adventure Tour Event to Galway! 11am-12pm Financial Advice with Dave McCarthy New Novel _ Athenry A Famine Tale of Love and Survival The Raid of Castle Bellew
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am BreastCheck misses screening targets for second year running Seven Springs fully open 5 days per week Calls for Government action as over 2,300 Galway children remain on Early Years waiting lists 10am-11am Students urged to be careful amid accommodation fraud rise ESB Networks undertaking Forestry and Vegetation Clearing Works to Strengthen Resilience Post-Storm Éowyn Garda Slot 11am-12pm Astronomers make unexpected discovery of planet in formation around a young star Connemara Chamber raise over €1.8 million as Wisconsin man wins dream home in Clifden fundraising draw Parents in Galway Call for Pilot of Streamlined Second-Level School Admissions System Ahead of New School Year MUSIC MORNINGS – TALLLON - "Man of Steel - All Ages All Day" will take place at the Rosin Dubh on 31st August.
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Government to announce supports to combat US tariffs on business In Galway City, rents have risen by 8.5% in the last year and the average rent is now €2295 Support Convoy4Ukraine Emergency Evacuation Vehicle 10am-11am 17 beaches out of 33 across the country have been rated 'clean' this summer Athenry residents raise concerns over proposed power plant Galway woman bakes way to national brown bread finals Homecoming in Corinthians later for double world champion swimmer John Shortt 11am-12pm GALWAY GREATS - Ray Berry SPORT REVIEW with Ollie Turner
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Locals tell us their favourite stories of Glenamaddy over the years Current affairs issues in the area John Donlon will talk us through the history of Glenamaddy fair days 10am-11am We'll hear all about local organisations Billy Comer will join us 11am-12pm Sport - we'll talk soccer and GAA Lena Enver will treat us to some live music Gerry Davis helps us finish off the show
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley 9am-10am HSE says it categorically will not reverse decision relating to the move of high risk pregnancies from the puh following meeting with local politicians Leaving Cert student shares advice after 'most difficult year' Property prices see fastest monthly growth since November - CSO 10am-11am Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill joins us - get your questions in for her Connacht Tribune Headlines Ultramarathon Runner who is running the wild atlantic way is now passing through Galway 11am-12pm Culture Corner - Mountbellew Agricultural show Sports preview Music Mornings - The Rosecaps
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am We're Live from the Connemara Pony Show We'll be hear about all of the events taking place as they mark 100 Years of the Show and speak to the Breeder & owner of the 2023 Supreme Champion Pony School secretaries and caretakers to go on strike later this month Hospital beds down 66% in Clifden 10am-11am Restaurants Association of Ireland repeats call for return of 9% VAT rate Féile John Ford Brings Hollywood Legend Home to Connemara 11am-12pm Financial advice with Dave McCarthy MEP and former champion jockey Nina Carberry joins us
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Sinn Féin seeks urgent meeting after first president without Irish appointed to University of Galway in over 100 years President Higgins condemns 'despicable' attacks on Indian community Rise in e-scooter crashes sparks brain injury warning The Perseid meteor shower peaks overnight and today, making it the best time for stargazers to view the celestial fireworks 10am-11am A pub closes every three-and-a-half days in Ireland as industry seeks Budget 2026 cuts Motoring slot Historical Entertainer Paddy Cullivan brings his play – The murder of Michael Collins – to Galway 11am-12pm Financial advice with Dave McCarthy Calls for a dedicated arts section as part of RTÉ's Six One News History Talks - Ross Errilly Friary Tours Launches New Guided Experience for Visitors in Headford
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Plans proposed to charge asylum-seekers with jobs for accommodation Calls for end to extra costs for motorists paying tax in instalments We hear about Mary's Meals walk from limerick to knock shrine as they pass through Galway 10am-11am All-Ireland winning Galway Camogie team's homecoming Calls for a new offence of vehicular manslaughter to replace dangerous driving offences Heatwave conditions possible as temperatures rise 11am-12pm Galway buskers band together to raise money for Motor Neuron Disease SamePage Theatre to bring Oscar Wilde classic to Mick Lally Music Mornings – Brendan McHugh
Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Captain fantastic Carrie Dolan holds nerve to seal All-Ireland title for Galway stopping Cork's bid for 3-in-a-row 10am-11am Ministers ordered councils to dezone housing land 25 times in last three years Salthill-native Senator calls for politicians' allowances to be restored to 'pre-crash levels' Tánaiste to meet the Irish/India Council to discuss recent attacks on Indian people living here 11am-12pm Galway Great - Tomas Rua Mac Con Iomaire Sports Review
The GAA community in Galway and Roscommon is in mourning following the announcement that Don Connellan died on Monday (4th August 2025). The Kilmore native won the Connacht Senior Football Championship as a player with Roscommon in 2001 before making his mark with Maigh Cuilinn. He led the west Galway club to their first-ever Frank Fox Cup (senior football championship) in 2020, beating Mountbellew-Moylough, before repeating the trick against Salthill-Knocknacarra two years later. They also won the Connacht crown in 2020. He was Maigh Cuilinn for six seasons between 2018 and 2023. A brother-in-law of former Galway player Paul Clancy, the Kilmore native was a Garda based in Galway for 24 years, and he was also part of the NUIG Galway backroom team that won the Sigerson Cup in 2022. On Galway Talks on Tuesday, Maigh Cuilinn chairperson Sean Houlihan and Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins joined John Morley and Darren Kelly to pay tribute to Don.
