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Every individual and organisation has a story to tell and we work with our clients to identify how best to tell that story.

Dunphy Communications is an Irish media communications agency that specialises in helping clients to identify and to develop their brand, and to protect and enhance their corporate reputation. Through the provision of a wide range of services, from media training and crisis management to speech writing and public relations, Dunphy Communications helps clients to define their message and deliver it

to their target audience. Dunphy Communications was founded by Mark Dunphy who has over 20 years experience working in the public and private communications sectors as a journalist, communications officer and public relations consultant.

09/05/2026

Community groups and volunteers from across County Galway were honoured at the Cathaoirleach’s Awards in the Raheen Woods Hotel on Friday night (8 May).

The event, organised by Galway County Council in partnership with the Galway County Public Participation Network, recognised the work of individuals and organisations making a difference in their communities.

Hosted by Cathaoirleach Councillor David Collins, the ceremony brought together nominees, their families and supporters. MC Ronan Lardner of Galway Bay FM entertained a full house, while others tuned in via a live stream on the Council’s page.

Among the winners on the night were Make A Difference Youth Club, John Tarpey, the Ballinderreen Heritage Publication, Belmont National School, Pop Up Gaeltacht Chinn Mhara, Brian Healy, Eyrecourt and District Community Development, St Colman’s Camogie Club, Oranmore Tidy Towns, Portumna Tidy Towns, Tuam Women’s Shed and the Fionn Science Project.

Each recipient received a specially commissioned award designed and crafted by Craughwell artist Seán Mahony, along with a certificate and a €500 prize to support their work.

Two additional honours were presented on the night. The Cathaoirleach’s Special Recognition Award was awarded posthumously to Damien Delaney of Lackagh, Turloughmore. He was remembered for his commitment to his community, his involvement in local activities and his support for heritage initiatives.

The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Jarlath McDonagh from Turloughmore. A former teacher and public representative, he has made a significant contribution to community life, education and sport over several decades, including his work with Galway County Council and Seanad Éireann.

01/05/2026

Galway County Council, in association with Highgate Properties Limited, has announced the delivery of 106 affordable homes at the Fearann na hEascrach development in Athenry.

The homes, located on the Raheen Road near the town’s train station and local amenities, are being delivered under the Government’s Delivering Homes, Building Communities policy.

The scheme will be completed in three phases. The first phase, now nearing completion, includes 33 homes made up of 32 three-bedroom houses and one four-bedroom unit.

A further 48 homes in the second phase are due in the second quarter of 2027, with 25 more to follow in the third phase in the third quarter of that year.

Applications for the affordable homes will be accepted through an online portal, which will open on Thursday, 21 May at 10am. The application window will remain open until 11 June.

An information evening for interested applicants will take place at the Raheen Woods Hotel on Thursday, 14 May at 7pm.

20/04/2026

Galway County Council is inviting members of the public to have their say on plans to upgrade visitor facilities at the Battle of Aughrim Visitor Centre, located on the site of the most significant and bloodiest battles in Irish history.

The local authority is undertaking a feasibility study into the proposed upgrade of the existing interpretive centre, which commemorates the 1691 battle between the forces of William of Orange, James II and Louis XIV.

An estimated 35,000 soldiers from eight European nations took part in the conflict, which helped shape the course of European history.

Often referred to as “Ireland’s Gettysburg”, the Battle of Aughrim took place on 12 July 1691 during the closing stages of the Williamite-Jacobite War. It is estimated to have claimed around 5,000 lives, the highest loss of life in any single battle on Irish soil.

Galway County Council has engaged consultants to carry out a feasibility study into enhanced visitor facilities at the site, with the aim of transforming the centre into a sustainable, accessible and educational heritage attraction.

The project is being co-funded by the Government of Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and the European Union through the EU Just Transition Fund.

As part of the process, the consultants are seeking to engage with the local community and hear views on the proposed development.

A drop-in information session will take place at the centre on Wednesday, 29 April from 11am to 1pm.

06/03/2026

International Women’s Day will be marked in Limerick tomorrow as members of Network Ireland gather at the Strand Hotel for a special event focused on building strong, resilient brands.

Entrepreneur and social innovator Sonya Lennon will headline the programme, which also features speakers from fashion, global sport and enterprise, alongside contributions from Down Syndrome Limerick (President's chosen charity). The event is supported by AIB, Limerick City and County Council and Enterprise Ireland.

24/02/2026

Galway County Council has signed a €496,763 public works contract with Kenny Civils & Plant Ltd for the construction of a new Civic Amenity Facility in Gort.

Located one kilometre from Gort town centre and the R458, the facility will accept a broad range of household recyclable material from households across South Galway.

The new centre will bring the number of Civic Amenity sites in the County to four, adding to existing facilities in Tuam, Ballinasloe and Clifden.

The facility is due to be operational by the end of the year and will operate under an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) licence.

Pictured at Áras an Chontae for the signing of a contract for the delivery of the Civic Amenity Facility. Cllr. Paul Killilea, Cathaoirleach of Loughrea MD; Liam Conneally, Chief Executive, Galway County Council, Mike Melody, Senior Executive Engineer, Environment, Galway County Council, Cllr. David Collins, Cathaoirleach of County Galway; Angela Galligan, Assistant Engineer, Environment; and Brian Kenny, Director, Kenny Civils and Plant Limited.

05/02/2026

Taoiseach Micheál Martin officially opened two new Galway County Council housing developments in Ballinasloe today, delivering 74 much-needed homes for the community.

The adjoining schemes, An Gort Fada (38 homes) and An Choill Fhada (36 homes), located in Kilgarve, were acquired through Part V and Turnkey acquisitions, fully funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.

These developments also include a new playground.

Photos by Andrew Downes

04/02/2026

Construction is set to begin on a major upgrade of the R332, a key regional road linking counties Galway and Mayo.

Galway County Council has awarded the Kilbannon Road Improvement Scheme contract to Jons Civil Engineering Company Ltd of Carranstown, Duleek, Co Meath. The €4 million project is funded by the Department of Transport under the Specific Improvement Grant programme.

The R332 links the N17 Tuam bypass with the N84 at Kilmaine in County Mayo. Traffic on the route has more than tripled since the Tuam bypass opened, rising from about 860 vehicles a day in 2017 to roughly 2,800 in 2018. This has highlighted safety concerns in Kilbannon village, where the road narrows and visibility is poor, and there are no dedicated facilities for pedestrians or cyclists.

The scheme will widen and realign the R332 through Kilbannon village and north to the GAA grounds. It will add a shared cycle track and footpath linking Saint Benin’s National School with Kilbannon GAA Club, new controlled crossings for pedestrians and cyclists and minor realignment of local side roads (L-2210 and L-6486). A sustainable drainage system and other road safety improvements will also be installed.

The 1.55-kilometre project is designed by O'Connor Sutton Cronin Consultant Engineers.

19/01/2026

A 5km fun run aimed at raising awareness of the needs of families facing sudden loss will take place in Barefield, County Clare, this Mother’s Day weekend.

Run for Your Mum will be held on Saturday 14 March at 11am and is being organised by Rebecca Walsh from Ennis in memory of her mother, Caroline Walsh, who died in 2020 after an unexpected illness.

The event aims to bring people together to share memories, support wellbeing and highlight the challenges faced by families dealing with sudden bereavement. All proceeds will go to Sláinte an Chláir, the Clare Cancer Support Centre that supported Caroline during her illness. The event’s key sponsors are the Irish Waste Management Association (IWMA) and Clean Ireland Recycling.

Run for Your Mum is a chipped event with medals for all finishers and event jerseys for the first 150 registered participants. Other event sponsors include Taylor’s Bar, Crossfit Ennis, Blackbird, CD Environmental Services, the Flynn Hotel Group and Haven Pharmacy.

Registration for Run for Your Mum 2026 is available through Eventmaster at https://eventmaster.ie/event/253vF2qc0z. Further information is available via the for Your Mum social media pages or by contacting Rebecca on [email protected] / 0873894520.

17/01/2026

Proud to have supported Network Ireland on today’s announcement that Karen Ronan, CEO of Galway Chamber, has been appointed National President for 2026.

Karen is a highly respected leader with 30 years' experience across business, tourism and regional development. Her plans for the year ahead focus on stronger connections between Network Ireland’s 17 branches and creating more opportunities for women‑led enterprises right across the country.

I have worked with Karen on various public relations campaigns over the past 15 years, and I know how committed she is to helping women in business grow and succeed.

Karen succeeds Amy O’Sullivan of AOS Consulting as National President.

https://www.dunphycommunications.ie/news/karen-ronan-appointed-president-of-network-ireland-for-2026/

22/12/2025

Galway County Council has confirmed that the 2026 National Famine Commemoration will take place at the Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna on Saturday, May 16th.

The State ceremony, which will include military honours and a wreath-laying, will be broadcast live on national television. Newly elected Uachtarán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly is expected to deliver the keynote address from the site of the former Portumna Workhouse.

Alongside the formal commemoration, Portumna will host a conference on the Irish Famine, bringing together leading scholars and researchers. A bilingual workbook for children is also being developed to support schools, offering accessible material on the Famine and the workhouse system.

The Portumna Workhouse, opened in 1852 and regarded as one of the most complete surviving complexes of its kind, has become a hub for lectures, exhibitions and cultural events. This will be the first time the National Famine Commemoration has been held in County Galway since the annual initiative was established in 2008.

https://www.dunphycommunications.ie/news/national-famine-commemoration-in-galway-confirmed-for-may-16th/

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