Merlin College accredited as a safe space for LGBTQ+ students in Galway

Thu, May 12, 2022

Merlin College has joined 12 other schools nationwide in being accredited by Belong To as a Safe & Supportive School for LGBTQ+ students. The schools received an award from the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Alison Gilliland, at an event in the Mansion House, Dublin, last week.

Nominate your favourite holiday location in Ireland

Thu, May 12, 2022

As the country gears up for what promises to be the first ‘normal’ summer in three years, details of the search for ‘The Best Place to Holiday in Ireland’ 2022 have been announced.

Wherever your favourite holiday destination is on the island of Ireland – be it a town, village, city, island, or distinct region, it has a chance to secure the coveted title of ‘The Best Place to Holiday in Ireland’.

Top tips for flying with a baby

Thu, May 12, 2022

Jetting off on holiday is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful, and doubly so if you are travelling with a baby.

Discover Dubai this summer with Fahy Travel

Thu, May 12, 2022

With the lifting of all restrictions for fully vaccinated passengers, Dubai and Abu Dhabi are now fully open for tourism.

Stock up for summer at Joyce’s Supermarkets

Thu, May 12, 2022

As the long awaited restriction-free summer is fast approaching, Joyce’s Supermarkets has been stocking up on summer essentials to become the one stop destination for holidaymakers to Galway and beyond. The Galway-based independent retailer has introduced a wide range of product lines suitable for all summer occasions, whether you are planning to venture abroad or to stay locally.

New health and wellbeing resource launched for older people across Ireland

Thu, May 12, 2022

A free online health and wellbeing programme has been launched to help older people to stay fit and well throughout their retirement.

A night of terror

Wed, May 11, 2022

In November 1920, Jimmy Folan, aged 20, of O’Donoghue Terrace, Woodquay, was sentenced by court martial to six months imprisonment with hard labour for acting as a republican policeman and possessing seditious documents – one of which blamed the local RIC for the killings of Seamus Quirk and Seán Mulvoy. Having served his time, he was released on May 10, 1921. That evening, a benevolent RIC sergeant warned a local volunteer to tell Jimmy ‘not to be at home tonight’.

Wild nights of burning and murder

Wed, May 11, 2022

Clifden was not the only town to experience the terror of British forces running wild, shooting, and setting fire to buildings. The previous year, July 19 1920, Tuam suffered a similar experience as Clifden, only mercifully no resident was killed on that occasion.

Connemara Adventure Tours joins Tourism Ireland’s sales mission to the United States

Thu, May 05, 2022

BY DECLAN VARLEY
After two years of virtual events, Tourism Ireland is getting back to live, in-person sales missions to the United States once again. Tourism Ireland, together with a delegation of 14 tourism companies from Ireland – including Connemara Adventure Tours – and five American tour operators, is undertaking a sales blitz to the US this week – meeting, and doing business with, hundreds of travel agents in Boston, New York, Washington DC and Chicago.

Explore Corfu your way with Fahy Travel

Thu, May 05, 2022

Celebrating the new service from Shannon to Corfu, Fahy Travel has some excellent offers to this popular destination known as the Emerald Queen of the Greek Islands with its lush vegetation all year round. Full of olive trees, cypresses, and a wealth of other plants, insects, birds, and animals, this unique destination attracts thousands of Irish holiday makers every summer.

The town of Corfu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is influenced by years spent under Venetian, French, and British rule offering both Baroque and classical history; palaces, fortresses, and austere public buildings of the Venetian rule uniquely blend with lines of drying washing in tiny alleyways and small secluded squares. Strolling through a complex of narrow cobbled streets with stairways and vaulted passages, the so-called kantounia (small streets between high rise buildings) will make you feel as if you have travelled to Genoa or Naples.

Planning is key for a perfect road trip

Thu, May 05, 2022

People who aim to hit the road this summer are advised to plan their trip in advance to make it as relaxing and fun as possible.

Surviving a long-distance car journey can be challenging but car rental experts from StressFreeCarRental.com have put together a list of tips that can help you plan the perfect road trip.

Digital Equipment Corporation, fifty years in Galway

Thu, May 05, 2022

In May 1971, it was reported that US computer manufacturer, Digital Equipment Corporation (known here simply as DEC) had chosen Galway for its first hardware manufacturing base in Europe because of the availability of an English speaking workforce, a favourable tax policy, a local university, and the anticipated entry of Ireland into the EEC.

The attack on Clifden, ‘something of this sort…’

Thu, May 05, 2022

Under the heading ‘Panic in the town last night’ The Connacht Tribune told the story of the attack on Clifden on March 19 1921: ‘Following the shooting of RIC Constable Reynolds, and the wounding of Constable Sweeney (who was to die from his wounds some hours later), at Clifden last night, panic reigned in the town and nine of the principal houses were burned.

New yoga studio in Salthill — seasoned yogis and complete beginners are welcome to join Yoga With Misha

Thu, May 05, 2022

Misha is a qualified and certified full time yoga teacher. Her unique style of yoga is appropriate for all levels — she believes that yoga is for everyone. Misha focuses on balancing yin and yang — bringing together all of the benefits of holding the poses, connecting with breath, as well as dynamic sequences into one flow.

NUI Galway academics rewarded for teaching excellence

Thu, May 05, 2022

Teaching excellence at NUI Galway was celebrated at a special ceremony this week, with awards presented to staff members for outstanding efforts in teaching.

Online course in manual and computerised payroll now enroling

Thu, May 05, 2022

Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) presents a comprehensive Pitman Training payroll course, which provides a thorough introduction to payroll principles in the manual section, and in the computerised section students create real life payroll scenarios using Sage Micropay software, in addition to learning about PAYE modernisation. This course is fully funded under the Skills to Advance initiative for those in employment.

This online course will take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to 9.30pm, commencing May 17.

Advance in English or maths this summer with Kumon

Thu, May 05, 2022

The summer months offer a marvellous opportunity for students of all ages and abilities to consolidate and advance their academic skills with the Kumon maths or English programmes. A free diagnostic test establishes the “just right” start point for the student and an individualised study programme for just 20 minutes daily enables the student to develop at his/her own individual pace in the subject of choice.

Echo Acting returns with two summer courses

Thu, May 05, 2022

Echo Acting is back at the Connacht Hotel for a summer term of acting for adults. There are two exciting courses available, Acting and Reacting and Shaping the Actor. Both courses are run by founder Rena Bryson who has 10 years of teaching experience alongside her vast hands-on experiences as an actor.

Acting and Reacting focuses on learning acting skills through scene work. This class is a great way to grow confidence and creativity in a fun environment. Classes run from 6pm to 8pm on Tuesday evenings from May 10 to June 28 and cost €240 for eight weeks.

NUI Galway to host MBA open evening

Thu, May 05, 2022

NUI Galway’s AMBA and AACSB accredited MBA programme, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, will host a virtual MBA open evening on May 11 at 6pm. The open evening is a great opportunity to learn about the programme and to meet MBA faculty, students, and graduates.

Current second year MBA student, Sharon Walsh, vice president, technology management, at Fidelity Investments, said: “Two years ago I embarked on the MBA at NUI Galway and as I come to the end of that journey, I can say without any doubts it has been a once in a lifetime immersive leadership development experience. The business world is particularly complex and increasingly interconnected, the MBA has raised my professional competence from both a business and personal leadership perspective. Through the learnings from the dedicated faculty and from a wonderful group of high calibre fellow MBA peers, I am leaving with expanded knowledge to lead more strategically and ready to embrace new challenges with greater confidence.”

Bring home the bacon

Thu, May 05, 2022

Pork and ham/bacon are versatile, tasty, and can be used in a large variety of dishes, suitable for everyday meals and special occasions. As part of its pork, ham, and bacon campaign for 2022 Bord Bia is highlighting the versatility and ease of cooking pork and ham/bacon in tasty, inspirational, meals.

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