Education & Training
University of Galway to host Virtual MBA Open Evening
Thu, Jan 08, 2026
Are you considering an MBA at the University of Galway? Their AMBA accredited MBA programme will host a Virtual MBA Open Evening on Wednesday, January 21 at 6pm.
Health, Beauty & Fashion
Síorstíl returns for a second series
Thu, Jan 08, 2026
Fíbín Media has announced the premiere of the second series of Síorstíl. This revolutionary fashion competition challenges seven talented designers to transform second-hand and recycled materials into high-fashion masterpieces.
Food & Wine
What to eat in January
Thu, Jan 08, 2026
Recent years have seen a return to focusing on food that is fresh and in season, particularly when it comes to restaurant culture. It makes sense at home, too, to choose seasonal foods as much as possible.
Home & Garden
Take action now to avoid burst pipes
Thu, Jan 08, 2026
With temperatures dropping below freezing this week and weather warnings issued for ice and low temperatures, we are now in the time of year when household pipes are at increased risk of freezing.
Travel & Outdoors
Twenty six special cruise destinations and travel experiences for 2026
Thu, Jan 08, 2026
The JWT Cruises team in Galway wishes you all a very happy and exciting New Year full of adventures. The team, led by Caroline O’Toole, have picked 26 exciting cruise destinations and special travel experiences for 2026.
Old Galway
The Salmon Weir
Thu, Jan 08, 2026
Galway was originally known as ‘Streamstown’ as the river divided into a series of streams as it moved through the city. All that was to change in the mid-18th century when works were undertaken to improve drainage, to facilitate navigation and to provide waterpower for the many mills in Galway. The primary purpose in improving drainage was to reduce winter water levels in the areas of flooded land which was an ongoing problem.
