Little Fox with big ideas

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

As far as dining out goes we have the cyber diners, those among us who obsessively watch social media, hoping to be the first to get a taste of the latest new restaurant opening. There are the traditionalists who are entirely committed to a favourite restaurant, spending every special occasion meal there, from birthdays to date nights and all family gatherings. Then there are the increasing numbers of destination diners, serious food lovers who think nothing of travelling overnight just for a meal — throwing a toothbrush in a bag and driving across the country for dinner at the latest ‘hot’ chef’s restaurant, no matter how obscure the location.

Why pay more for your prescriptions?

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Have you priced your prescription yet at O'Beirn's Pharmacy?

As part of the Pure Pharmacy group, O'Beirn's on Henry Street has become known for its outstanding value on prescription medicine and exceptional customer service. With increasing numbers of drugs becoming available in generic form, many patients are now making huge savings on the cost of their monthly medication. For non-medical card holders, these savings can be significant, often resulting in families no longer reaching the Drug Payment Scheme threshold of €134.

Genuine weight loss from System 10

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

There are three keys to a successful weight loss plan – 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. In most people this switch is off.

Metabolism problems such as slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, and digestive problems such as constipation, IBS, and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do. Work on fixing your metabolism problems for amazing results. Combine this with a reasonable diet and a reasonable amount of exercise and you will get the best, the fastest, and the easiest weight loss ever.

Cherrymore offers a complete home fit-out

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Are you building your dream home? So many new builds start off and have top spec insulation, windows, heating systems, etc, which are all very important. However the dream turns into a nightmare when it comes to house finishes as the budget dwindles away.

Highest ever insulation grant announced

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

A new grant package has been announced by Galway company West Coast Insulation, which can now offer customers a grant of €1,123 per property. This new grant covers a significant amount of the cost and West Coast Insulation is recommending homeowners take advantage of the new grant scheme now.

John Folan from West Coast Insulation noted: “The grant scheme ranges from €600 to €1,000 usually but we have been able to secure grants for customers of a very attractive amount of €1,123. This comes directly off the amount so the customers only needs to pay the balance. We will look after the paperwork for the customer making it a great way to get your wall and attic insulation upgraded.”

The Abbey Church

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

In the year 1296, Uilliam Liath De Burgo started to build a monastery for the Franciscans on a site roughly where the Courthouse is today. It became known as “St Francis’ Abbey on the island of Saint Stephen on the north side of the town”. The island was formed by the river on the west side, and by a branch of the river running through what is Woodquay and Mary Street today, to join the main stream above O’Brien’s Bridge. A second and smaller island lay between St Stephen’s and the town wall, so in order to communicate with the town, two bridges were necessary, one at the junction of Mary Street and Abbeygate Street and the other at the Little Gate.

Salthill’s Lazy Wall - a summer institution

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Physically, of course, Salthill has changed dramatically since the early years of the last century when the beaches were rocky, and the scattered houses and lodges offered sea baths and confined bathing geared for the protection of women’s modesty. Men, no doubt, could show off their swimming and diving skills with abandonment, but could risk becoming the subject of comment (adverse or otherwise) of a unique Salthill ‘People’s Parliament’ known to all as the Lazy Wall.

The Abbey Church

Wed, Aug 08, 2018

In the year 1296, Uilliam Liath De Burgo started to build a monastery for the Franciscans on a site roughly where the Courthouse is today. It became known as “St Francis’ Abbey on the island of Saint Stephen on the north side of the town”. The island was formed by the river on the west side, and by a branch of the river running through what is Woodquay and Mary Street today, to join the main stream above O’Brien’s Bridge. A second and smaller island lay between St Stephen’s and the town wall, so in order to communicate with the town, two bridges were necessary, one at the junction of Mary Street and Abbeygate Street and the other at the Little Gate.

Taipan Asian Kitchen launches new menu!

Wed, Aug 08, 2018

With the delicious flavours, tastes or aromas of Asia, Taipan Asian Kitchen is another wonderful reason to visit the bustling village of Moycullen.

People of the Tribes: Meet Leanne.

Tue, Aug 07, 2018

My name is Leanne Coyle, I'm 22 years old. I'm a photographer and before Christmas, decided I wanted to start a project that would be of meaning. I've spent so long taking pictures that carried little or no meaning, I decided it was time to change that.

Seapoint Corner about one hundred and fifty years ago

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

This was Seapoint Corner c1865. The buildings we see, running from the left, are Prospect Lodge; Corrig View; Elm View; Prairie House with the balcony, which was built 1855-1861 by Colman O’Donohoe who had obviously spent some time in America; Beachmount; Villa Marina, which had the sign Michael Horan, Grocer over the door; Sunnyside Lodge; Seapoint House; then a gap which led into Seapoint Terrace; and finally, the thatched building which was George Fallon’s Baths. The sign on his gable read Hot Baths and Bathing, No Refunds and his family operated the baths business at least from 1855 to 1894

‘A thrifle more to the wesht, I’ll trouble ye, me lady’

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

I n the late 19th century women and girls rarely swam in the sea. It was considered unseemly. Yet in the belief that sea water was good for the skin, hotels and guest houses along the seafront at Salthill proudly offered sea baths, and 'showers' which could be enjoyed in any weather.

Your career in make-up artistry starts here

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

The School of Make-up Artistry offers a wide range of specialised make-up artistry courses, ranging from beginners to advanced levels, and suitable for adults of all ages. If you are interested in a career in make-up artistry, or if you would like to enhance your current qualification in beauty or make-up, the School of Make-up Artistry can provide a training course to suit you.

Two GMIT architectural technology students through to finals of international competition

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

Two GMIT architectural technology students, Declan Moran from Killanin, Co Galway, and Gerard Fay from Drung, Co Cavan, will compete in the finals of the prestigious Chartered Institute of Architectural Technology (CIAT) Student Architectural Technology Awards, which will take place in Shoreditch, London on September 14.

MSc in Biomedical Science via distance learning/modular available at NUI Galway

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

The MSc in Biomedical Science (via distance learning/modular) is ideal for those interested in earning a master’s degree while remaining in employment. Developed for working graduates of engineering, technology, or science who wish to upskill or change career direction, this flexible programme allows you to complete your degree in two to six years.

Professional cookery course now enrolling

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

If you have an interest in food and would like to work with food now is the time to do it. There are currently up to 5,000 vacancies for qualified chefs in Ireland. The Irish International Hotel and Catering School can help to get you on the right track to start your career. It offers a full-time and part-time QQI major awards in professional cookery at Level 5 and 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications.

European Research Council grants for NUI Galway projects

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

Two researchers supported by NUI Galway have been awarded significant European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grants for their research into bone fragility in type 2 diabetes and the roles and voices of youths in the study of minority and regional language preservation.

In total the European Research Council awarded the ERC grants to 403 talented early career researchers in the fields of physical sciences and engineering, life sciences, and social sciences and humanities. Researchers will benefit from €603 million in total and up to €1.5 million each, to create their own research teams and conduct pioneering projects. The grants are part of the ‘excellent science’ pillar of the EU’s current research and innovation programme, Horizon 2020.

At last... some rain!

Tue, Jul 31, 2018

Although it was lovely to bask in the glorious and seemingly endless sun shine of early summer this year, the rain that we’ve had was well overdue and now we need more of it! The lawns are not in the best shape at the moment, the grass has been dormant for weeks with no noticeable growth and more drought resistant weeds have had free reign to flourish and to spread.

Taylor’s Bar

Thu, Jul 26, 2018

This late 19th century building in Upper Dominick Street was originally a grocery and a pub owned by a family of O’Connells. They used to stable horses out the back. When they sold it, they moved to Dublin where one of them was unfortunately murdered. The pub was taken over by a Mr Cosgrave.

‘Rather than die, the people submitted’

Thu, Jul 26, 2018

The Great Famine of 1845 - 49 hit Achill Island particularly hard. Given the poor quality of its soil there was little or no alternative to the potato crop which failed throughout those years. Once the severity of the calamity became apparent, and that help from the government was begrudging and insufficient, there was a sensible coming together of Protestant and Catholic clergy to try to calm and feed the people.

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