Blackrock Cottage in Top 100 Irish restaurants

Thu, Apr 11, 2024

Blackrock Cottage in Salthill is making headlines again after receiving two major accolades in less than a week.

Fresha is debunking the ‘sleepy girl mocktail’ trend

Thu, Apr 11, 2024

The recipe first rose to fame back in March 2023, when content creator Gracie Norton posted a TikTok claiming that the drink is a 'match made in heaven for good sleep.’ Online interest in the functional mocktail is still high today, according to Google Trends, with searches for 'sleepy girl mocktail' increasing by 517 per cent.

Invest in your rest with Woolow

Thu, Apr 11, 2024

Sleep is a superpower and essential for good health, yet so many of us suffer from poor sleep. The natural, sustainable solution is Woolow — a wool pillow which aids restful sleep.

Hyperbaric oxygen — a key to cellular health and wellbeing

Thu, Apr 11, 2024

In our pursuit of optimal health, we often focus on aspects like nutrition and hydration. However, one vital component tends to be overlooked: oxygen. Oxygen is not just the air we breathe; it's a crucial element for cellular function and recovery, playing a pivotal role in our overall wellbeing. Yet, conditions such as chronic inflammation and immune dysfunction can disrupt oxygen levels, affecting essential bodily processes.

Every cell in our body relies on oxygen to function properly. From generating energy to repairing tissues, oxygen is essential for sustaining life at the cellular level. But when oxygen levels drop due to environmental factors or internal imbalances, it can hinder cellular function, leading to various health issues. Chronic inflammation, a natural response to injury or illness, can become problematic when it persists, impairing cellular health and prolonging recovery. Similarly, immune dysfunction can disrupt the body's ability to regulate inflammation and maintain optimal oxygen levels, exacerbating health problems.

From surgery to slumber — a guide to sleeping after hair transplantation

Thu, Apr 11, 2024

The team at Tir na nOg Clinic receive a lot of queries, during consultations, about the recovery process following surgery and what it entails. One important aspect of recovery and a successful transplant, is the manner in which the patient sleeps in the immediate weeks after the procedure.

From surgery to slumber — a guide to sleeping after hair transplantation

Thu, Apr 11, 2024

The team at Tir na nOg Clinic receive a lot of queries, during consultations, about the recovery process following surgery and what it entails. One important aspect of recovery and a successful transplant, is the manner in which the patient sleeps in the immediate weeks after the procedure.

The Dominican nuns in Galway

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

The first Dominican Nunnery in Galway was founded 380 years ago, in 1644 in New Tower Street, now known as St Augustine Street. They were honoured with a visit from Papal Nuncio Rinucinni three years later. When the Cromwellians took over the city, the sisters were faced with two alternatives, to renounce their religious life and return to their families, or exile. They choose the latter and left for Spanish monasteries.

Twenty style shortcuts for men

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Some men are effortlessly stylish. Everything they wear, whether it is a sharp suit, relaxed jeans and T-shirt combination, or smart trousers, a polo shirt, and blazer, looks good on them.

Choose the Harbour Hotel for your Communion or Confirmation celebrations

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Treat yourselves to a family day out at the Harbour Hotel for your child’s special day by celebrating with lunch or dinner at Dillisk on the docks, offering personal service and attention to detail by professional staff.

Choosing your Confirmation name

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

The sacrament of Confirmation is a massive step in the journey of a Catholic. It is the sacrament in which you renew your commitment to your faith. Before you get confirmed, you will need to choose a Confirmation name. But what is in a name, and how do you go about choosing one? It is a name that will be associated with you and your faith for the rest of your life. That being said, the process of choosing a name is a fun and fulfilling one, that brings you closer to the saints and to your faith.

Start-up food and drink businesses encouraged to apply for SuperValu Food Academy

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Heather Connolly, owner and head chef of Spiddal based food company, Builín Blasta, has encouraged other local start-up and early-stage food and drink businesses to apply for SuperValu's Food Academy, ahead of its 2024 programme launch.

Why it's time ditch the disposables

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

In a convenience-driven culture where single-use items are the norm, it's easy to overlook the long-term environmental impact of disposable coffee cups. Despite being warned repeatedly, why are we still not listening? According to reusables company and lifestyle brand Ecoset, there are a number of compelling reasons why people in Ireland should consider ditching the disposables in 2024.

Shannon Airport soaring into the sunshine

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Shannon Airport’s bustling summer schedule for 2024 has officially launched, with the airport offering the dream gateway to sunshine breaks and city escapes across Europe, the UK and the USA.

The perfect cake for your First Communion and Confirmation celebrations

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Communion and Confirmation cakes are becoming more and more lavish as cake decorating art goes from strength to strength. The demand for cakes to celebrate special occasions is through the roof right now, and these cakes are a big part of what can be considered the biggest occasions in a Catholic child's life.

Planting a fruit tree for beginners

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

By planting fruit trees, you can help reduce the greenhouse effect and slow the rate of global warming - not to mention the numerous benefits of having fresh fruit growing in your own garden.

Carmelita Gibbons - Boosting your confidence and helping you embrace your true beauty

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Give yourself the gift of confidence and rejuvenation by making an appointment with award winning practitioner, Carmelita Gibbons at the Galway Aesthetic Nurse.

Galway people urged to support Cystic Fibrosis Ireland ahead of 65 Roses Day

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Galway people are being urged to help Cystic Fibrosis Ireland meet its fundraising target of €300,000 on 65 Roses Day, taking place on Friday, April 12 nationwide.

Galway-based company encourages start-up and early-stage food and drink business to apply for Food Academy

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Builín Blasta, a Galway-based food company is encouraging start-up and early-stage food and drink Irish business to apply for the Food Academy 2024. The programme is actively seeking applications from budding start-up and early-stage food and drink producers across Ireland. Now in its 11th year, this extended commitment highlights the sustained success and positive impact the Food Academy has had on the local Irish food and drink industry.

Perfect prawns

Thu, Apr 04, 2024

Create the perfect spicy seafood with these oven roasted tiger prawns with cray fish and chorizo stuffing served with garlic butter. This recipe, courtesy of FIRE Steakhouse and Bar, is perfect for a weekend dinner and sure to impress your guests.

What's new at Merlin College

Thu, Mar 28, 2024

Hard luck to the U-15s boys' football team who lost their Connacht A semi final to Clarin College. An outstanding strike from Lee Lydon (Galway United) had put Merlin ahead going into the break. It was Clarin College who would have the better of the second half though, they equalised early in the second half and showed great determination to score a late winner on the day when the game seemed destined for extra time. This Merlin team showed unbelievable skill, strength and resilience on a cold wet day and the school could not be prouder of their achievements.

Merlin College would also like to wish Clarin College the best of luck in the Connacht A Final and beyond.

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