Catastrophy in the heat of battle

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

In the early days of July 1690 the citizens and merchants of Galway must have viewed with growing alarm the collapse of the Jacobite army at the Boyne, and the march westwards of the Williamite forces determined to strike a final blow.

Sunday lunch at The Lodge — the next best thing to dining at home

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

If you have developed cabin fever over the past few months, why not treat those who have been looking after you to Sunday lunch at the Oranmore Lodge Hotel.

Reunite with family and friends at the Lough Rea Hotel and Spa

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

The Lough Rea Hotel and Spa has opened its food offering to the public since Monday with both indoor and outdoor seating available, helping customers to reunite with family and friends, subject to Government guidelines.

Caprice in Church Lane reopens

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

‘Caprice’ means a sudden change of mood, and that is certainly what has happened with one of Galway’s favourite eateries in the Covid-19 lockdown. Now Caprice in Church Lane is ready to emerge from restrictions with the rest of the hospitality sector to face the challenge of new ways of socialising for the foreseeable future.

Dine out to enjoy Galway's rich food heritage

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

Galway’s cafes, restaurants and gastro pubs have been reimagined and are ready to welcome people back. Dine in Galway, an initiative to highlight the amazing food here, is encouraging people to discover some of Galway's vibrant food destinations as the industry exits lockdown.

Walk-in GP service at Doctor 365

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

Doctor 365, previously known as Hr Clinic, is a GP service in Galway that offers a walk-in medical service seven days a week, 365 days a year, including Christmas and bank holidays from 10am to 7pm (closed daily for lunch from 2pm to 3pm). The clinic hopes to return to pre Covid-19 times of 10am to 9pm in the next couple of months.

Monroe’s launches Octobox, their Home Cocktail DIY Kits!

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

You may have seen the infamous Pint Van that delivers fresh, creamy pints to your doorstep on demand..And now, Monroe’s have added yet another incredible product to their offering...and they even deliver nationwide! Fancy yourself as a mixologist? Want to impress your guests, or simply have a fun night making cocktails with friends? These kits are a must-have this summer! Introducing Octobox, their Home Cocktail DIY Kits.

Gardenwise | Foodie Fun for Growing Gardeners

Wed, Jul 01, 2020

Everybody knows a sun-ripened strawberry straight from the plant is nicer than one from the fridge – so why don’t more of us grow our own fruit and veg? Maybe because it can actually be quite hard work, with the rewards not always guaranteed. But it’s worth having a go if there are little ones in your house - it’s never too early to introduce them to the delights of homegrown produce. The trick is to make it easy for them, and easy for yourself.

DINE IN GALWAY - The west's awake and is championing their best asset food to get you there!

Tue, Jun 30, 2020

Galway’s cafes, restaurants and gastro pubs are ready to welcome people back. Dine-in Galway is an initiative which aims to highlight the amazing food you can enjoy in one of Ireland’s most vibrant food destinations is launching Galway City, where there is a Plate for Everyone. As a city with a huge diversity of people, cultures and flavours, Galway food passion is the driver for the return of the local economy on the west coast.

Introducing The Duffy Tea & Beverage company!

Mon, Jun 29, 2020

Introducing The Duffy Tea & Beverage company a new Galway based business venture recently launched by husband & wife team Aishling and Mervyn Duffy

Change your training to change your results

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

This article is all about varying the stress we apply to our body. If I run or work out at the same intensity, for the same amount of time, all the time, do you think I will continue to improve? No. Your body gets used to the training or stress you apply to the body.

Free introductory counselling consultation

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

O'Neill Phone and Online Counselling is offering a free 15 minutes consultation (by appointment), via a private and secure platform, for new clients.

‘Studying with CNM is one of the greatest experiences you will ever have’

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

by Kelly Mulhall
I worked for many years in events and marketing which was very stressful. My diet was poor, I lived off ready meals, pastries, crisps, and coffee. I had suffered long term with IBS, eczema, and adult acne after coming off the pill for 15 years. I was run down and kept getting ill all the time. After countless trips to the GP and fruitless medical testing to get to the bottom of it all, I was so confused and upset as to why my body was completely out of sync. I had finally met my tipping point. From then on, I decided to start taking my health into my own hands and exploring ways to improve my symptoms.

In-person physiotherapy appointments now available

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

Aoife Ni Eochaidh, chartered physiotherapist, provides face to face, telephone, and video call physiotherapy for pelvic floor muscle treatment for bladder and bowel incontinence from her clinic in Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic in Renmore, Galway. She also treats sexual dysfunction, prolapse, and post-natal pelvic conditions and osteoporosis. People can choose to have their pelvic physiotherapy consultation by phone call, Zoom, WhatsApp, Skype, or Facetime or to attend in person. Patients can get a referral from their GP or self-refer.

Final thoughts for this year’s CAO college applicants

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

By Brian Mooney
There are just days left now before CAO applicants must finalise their course choices which will determine their input into their academic future post September 2020.

GCC offers further education courses for employment and progression

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

The Leaving Certificate Class of 2020 have faced unprecedented challenges in recent months, with the initial postponement of the Leaving Certificate and the subsequent predictive grading system rather than the usual exams. Employees too have faced challenges, finding themselves unemployed or facing uncertain job security from the Covid-19 pandemic, causing everyone to reevaluate their options regarding their future career paths.

Embrace the rosé lifestyle

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

If you are looking for the perfect rosé to enjoy on a summer's evening then look no further than the extensive range available at your local Joyce’s Supermarket.

Introducing Rock Angel, sister rosé to the coveted Whispering Angel that took the wine world by storm in 2018. Produced in the Cotes de Provence region of France, this animated rosé has a vibrant palate with hints of a tart finish. Described as having a "more complex and structured taste profile" than its sister rosé, Rock Angel is the perfect partner to complete any evening meal.

The Kings Head to reopen on Thursday July 2

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

The Grealish family, owners of the historic 800-year-old The Kings Head in the heart of Galway, have announced that they will resume trading as a restaurant on Thursday July 2. In line with Government guidelines, which have been announced by Fáilte Ireland, the premises will reopen for food and drinks with all of the recommended physical distancing and health and safety measures in place.

Shannon to resume scheduled passenger operations from July 1

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

Shannon Airport employees are busily readying the airport in preparation for the return of passengers on July 1. While the airport remained open for essential services to facilitate cargo, repatriation, and emergency flights during the Covid-19 crisis, scheduled passenger services were suspended since the onset of the pandemic.

The castle of Tír Oileáin

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

The Library of Congress in Washington gave us this 1913 photograph of the ruins of the castle of Tír Oileáin, or Tirellan, sometimes wrongly referred to as Terryland, and now generally known as Oldcastle. It was strategically very important as it commanded the river at a point where there was a ford. It was a De Burgh castle.

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