Open day at St Nicholas’ Parochial School

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

St Nicholas’ Parochial School is holding an open day on Saturday October 19 from 11am to 2pm. On this day the principal, Ms Wendy Lynch, and staff look forward to welcoming you and giving you a tour of the school.

Teachtaireacht ó Choláiste Chroí Mhuire, an Spidéal

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

Is iad ár gcuid daltaí is fearr le cur síos a dhéanamh ar an scoil s’againne, mar sin, seo mar a fheiceann Coiste Cucci Gaeilge an scoil a bhfuil muid chomh bródúil aisti.

New deputy principal at Coláiste an Chreagáin

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

Coláiste an Chreagáin, Mountbellew has announced Georgina Martin as the new deputy principal. With a decade of experience as assistant principal at Roscommon Community College, Georgina is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment. She looks forward to collaborating with the dedicated team to nurture academic excellence and personal growth.

All About Kombucha, a client of Údarás na Gaeltachta, Successful at Blas na hÉireann 2024

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

Údarás na Gaeltachta is pleased to announce that All About Kombucha has won the 'Gaeltacht Choice' Award at Blas2024. This achievement demonstrates the innovation and entrepreneurship flourishing in Ireland's Gaeltacht communities.

Dive into these Deliveroo favourites this college year

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

As the university term begins again in Ireland, Deliveroo has announced that its student club, Deliveroo Students, is taking on new members for 2024/2025. Deliveroo has analysed Irish student order data over the last three weeks to celebrate the start of term and can reveal the most popular dishes ordered direct to doors during Freshers Week across cities in Ireland.

Supporting women’s health with hyperbaric oxygenation

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

Did you know that certain medical conditions — like rheumatoid arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, and migraines — disproportionately affect women?

These health issues are often linked to the constant hormonal changes women experience throughout life, such as during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Hormonal fluctuations, particularly in oestrogen and progesterone, can trigger inflammation, joint pain, and immune responses that make women more prone to these conditions.

When to consider hair transplant surgery

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

It’s important to understand how baldness progresses when deciding the right approach to address it. Dermatologists usually rely on established scales to assess the stages of hair loss, with the Norwood-Hamilton scale being the standard for men. This scale lays out seven stages of hair loss.

The stages are as follows:

More than a third of Irish women feel stressed according to study

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

More than a third of people in Ireland (35%) admit to always or often feeling stressed in their daily lives, with women bearing a heavier burden (40%) than men (26%), new data shows but mini breaks help to relieve this.

Start now to lose two stone by Christmas

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

The three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan are diet, exercise and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else.

Getting back to health and fitness with Plexus Bio Energy

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

Looking towards autumn/winter season, most people find this time of year we need to motivate ourselves as we head into longer, darker evenings. It is so important to keep on top of our health, it's time to pick up the pieces and get our mental, physical and emotional health in order.

Gardening brand J.Parker’s expands to Ireland with new website and warehouse

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

Leading UK gardening retailer, based in Manchester and run by the Duiker-Parker family, J.Parker’s announced its expansion into Ireland in August with the launch of a new warehouse and website tailored to the tastes of the Irish market.

Clearance sale now on at G Furniture and Carpets

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

G Furniture and Carpets, located in Northpoint on the Tuam Road, has some fantastic offers available in its mega clearance sale, now on.

Something for the whole family at Savour Kilkenny Food Festival

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

From October 24 to 28 Savour Kilkenny Food Festival has an exciting line-up of events and activities for the whole family.

Shannon Airport claims top spot in Customer Experience Insight

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

BY Declan Varley
Shannon Airport has claimed the top spot in the travel category and ranked fourth overall in Ireland's Customer Experience Insights (CXi) Report 2024. The national report, widely regarded as a benchmark for customer satisfaction, evaluated 175 organisations, of which 150 were ranked across 11 categories.

The tapestry of autumn colours in fashion

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

Autumn fashion ushers in a captivating tapestry of colours, textures, and styles that evoke a sense of warmth and coziness. As the leaves turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and gold, so does the fashion palette. Earthy tones like deep burgundy, olive green, and rich mustard dominate the scene, reflecting the season's connection to nature.

The age of sail

Thu, Oct 03, 2024

“A river mouth opening upon one of the finest natural harbours would seem to offer an ideal situation for a town or trading station.” These were the first words written in Professor Mary Donovan O’Sullivan’s very important history Old Galway, which would indicate her surprise that such a fine location would not have attracted a Norse settlement. Water, in the form of the sea, the river and the many streams, was a major factor in the development of the town of Galway from when the Anglo Norman invaders settled and built their castle and town.

Paint like a pro: how to choose colours for your home office

Thu, Oct 03, 2024

As everyone returns to work after the holiday season, the home office takes on renewed importance. Read our top tips on selecting colours for an inspiring space that fosters greater focus, creativity and productivity.

Get your garden in shape for winter with Colourfence

Thu, Oct 03, 2024

The holy grail of fencing is having a fence that will transform a garden for the better, but when it comes to maintenance, treating a timber fence can never be called fun.

Get your roof winter ready with KCL Roofing & Guttering

Thu, Oct 03, 2024

As winter begins to set in, and the weather becomes harsher day by day, KCL Roofing & Guttering outlines what needs to be done to prepare your roof against whatever weather this winter might bring. "We recommend having your roof inspected ideally twice per year, or at a minimum once per year, for any defects such as cracked/slipped tiles/slates, lifted flashings, damaged ridges or ridge pointing, punctured or thorn felt, etc.," said Seamus from KCL Roofing & Guttering.

International Podiatry Day 2024 at Coiscéim Foot Clinic, Barna

Thu, Oct 03, 2024

International Podiatry Day, celebrated annually on October 8, is a global initiative to raise awareness about foot health and the vital role podiatrists play in healthcare. In 2024, Coiscéim Foot Clinic in Barna is proudly joining this international movement, highlighting the importance of foot care for overall wellbeing.

In celebration of the day the clinic is hosting a special staff coffee morning, to highlight the critical role podiatry plays in healthcare. This informal gathering will not only recognise the expertise and dedication of the clinic's team but also foster camaraderie and collaboration among staff members.

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