Cait Noone, ATU, Jp McMahon, Food on The Edge Founder and owner of Anair Restaurant, and Jacinta Dalton, Head of Culinary Arts & Service Industries, ATU Galway, at the Launch of Food On The Edge 2

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

Are you struggling with eczema, psoriasis, indigestion, cold and flu, infections, headaches, arthritis, constipation, sinusitis, high cholesterol, or low energy? If the answer is yes, then why not make your appointment today with Patrick Murphy, a renowned medical herbalist?

From weight loss success to empowering others: Joanna’s journey with Slimming World

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

Joanna Doyle has lost two stone with Slimming World, and is now using that experience to inspire others.

Reduction of chronic inflammation with hyperbaric oxygenation

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

Chronic inflammation, the underlying culprit in various health conditions, often imposes significant challenges for individuals seeking relief. Enter hyperbaric oxygenation (HBOT) - a safe, non-invasive, approach that targets inflammation at its core, offering hope and relief for those grappling with myriad health issues.

Time to rethink weight loss — lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can help you transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

The superpowers of Irish seaweed with VOYA

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

Seaweed, now celebrated as a super plant, has evolved in this country from being associated with poverty and as a famine food to becoming a prized Irish natural resource because of its remarkable benefits. The nutrient-rich marine plant is packed-full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a powerhouse ingredient for health and wellness products.

Galway gardeners in with a chance to be crowned Lidl’s Best Garden

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

With gardens across the country bursting to life this spring, Lidl is calling on green-fingered Galway residents to show off their beautifully curated gardens blooming with quality plants and flowers from their local Lidl store, to be in with the chance of being crowed Lidl’s Best Garden.

Tusla “thrilled and proud” its fostering garden wins People’s Choice Award at Bord Bia Bloom 2024

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

Tusla – Child and Family Agency is “thrilled and proud” with the news today that its Tusla Fostering Garden has won the People’s Choice Award at Bord Bia Bloom 2024.

St. Mary’s College — the early days

Thu, May 30, 2024

It was about this time of year, May 26, 1910 that the foundation stone of St. Mary’s College was laid. It was not, however the first St Mary’s College. Father John Paul O’Toole, born in Galway in 1804, was one of the last priests ordained during the wardenship. He was based in Paris and Rome but was always conscious of his own difficulty in obtaining a food secondary education in Galway, so he decided to return to Galway in 1843 and open a school here. His main difficulty was finding a premises but happily, he managed to secure “West House”, a detached residence with extensive grounds situated on Helen Street. He bought it from John Lushington Reilly, a great benefactor of the town and neighbourhood, especially during the famine of 1822.

National awards for Brasserie on the Corner

Thu, May 30, 2024

Brasserie on the Corner's triumph at the highly esteemed National Yes Chef Awards, where it secured three prestigious awards, including the coveted Restaurant of the Year Award, is a testament to its continued dedication to culinary excellence.

Rusheenduff Restaurant at Renvyle House Hotel & Resort wins award for Best Customer Service

Thu, May 30, 2024

Renvyle House Hotel & Resort has announced that its acclaimed Rusheenduff Restaurant has been awarded the prestigious titles of Best Customer Service in Connacht and Best Customer Service in All-Ireland for 2024.

The awards were presented at the grand finale of the Irish Restaurant Awards 2024, held last week at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Dublin. This event celebrated excellence in the Irish hospitality industry, with almost 1,200 of the industry’s finest owners, chefs, managers, and staff in attendance.

What not to flush? Unexpected items people attempt to flush down toilets

Thu, May 30, 2024

Dead cats, pizzas, rubber ducks, handbags, and a spear are among the items people in Ireland are attempting to flush down the toilet, according to new research.

The findings were gathered from first-hand reports from expert technicians at Initial Hygiene, one of Ireland’s leading providers of washroom hygiene, vending, and floor mat solutions. The research demonstrates a potential knowledge gap about what can and can’t be safely flushed down the toilet. Other items discovered in toilet bowls include watches, nappies, sex toys, sandwiches, vapes, and even high-denomination bank notes.

Westport Adventure Park Unveiled at Westport House

Thu, May 30, 2024

Westport House, one of Mayo’s most loved and visited destinations, this week announced the grand opening of its highly anticipated Westport Adventure Park, located on the historic grounds of Westport Estate.

TUI Holidays announce direct Dublin to Orlando flight for summer 2025

Thu, May 30, 2024

With Florida being a ‘bucket list’ destination for many families, the newly announced direct service from Dublin to Orlando will help many to fulfil a life long goal.

University’s Access Centre celebrates 25 years

Thu, May 30, 2024

The Access Centre at University of Galway has marked 25 years of creating opportunities for people to find pathways into higher education.

Swimming in Salthill

Thu, May 23, 2024

Swimming is the self-propulsion of a person through water as a form of recreation, exercise or survival. It has numerous health benefits and is good for all ages and all levels of fitness. It is among the top public recreational activities. One can swim in the sea, the lake or river.

Mental Health check for Leaving Certs 2024

Thu, May 23, 2024

Patricia O’Flaherty,
Guidance Counsellor

Lights, camera action - new and improved acting performance course rolled out in Galway

Thu, May 23, 2024

Have you ever dreamed a little dream of acting on stage under the lights or in film or TV, in front of the camera? Have you wondered where you should go to make this goal a reality?

GRETB Apprenticeship Graduations 2024 highlights programmes success and growth

Thu, May 23, 2024

The recent GRETB (Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board) graduation ceremony highlighted the success and growth of apprenticeship programmes throughout Galway and Roscommon.

Hickey Meats celebrates one year in business in Galway's west end

Thu, May 23, 2024

Known as 'Galway's newest butcher', Hickey Meats located in the west end of the city, is celebrating its first birthday in style.

Celebrate barbecue season in the beautiful gardens of The Ardilaun Hotel

Thu, May 23, 2024

Barbecue season is “hotting up" for the summer at The Ardilaun with the hotel gardens now in full bloom. The Ardilaun is an ideal venue for all seasons with lovely gardens and patio space at the rear of the hotel, with a heated terrace area which is ideal to gather your tribe and enjoy some al fresco dining – popular for corporate get togethers, private and family celebrations.

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