Free cholesterol checks at Matt O'Flaherty, William Street

Thu, Jun 28, 2018

This week Matt O’Flaherty Chemists, William Street, is offering customers a free cholesterol screening. An increase in heart disease is a growing concern with many customers, and this event is an action to support those who wish to modify their lifestyle, by allowing them to understand how to get in control of their cholesterol levels.

Highly respected healer returns to Athenry and Athlone due to high demand

Thu, Jun 28, 2018

Thirty years ago Paddy Hughes had no idea what fate had in store for him when his aunt chose him to carry on the gift of healing which had been in the family for more than 100 years.

Our Lady’s Boys’ Club camp

Thu, Jun 28, 2018

When President Michael D Higgins, officially opened the new Our Lady’s Boys’ Club clubhouse in 2015, he said: “Like so many successful community initiatives, OLBC was founded and built on vision, a spirit of participation and a will to make a genuine and positive difference to the community. When Fr Leonard Shiel SJ established a club in 1940, I doubt that he realised just how enduring his vision would be. Today, OLBC is the longest running youth club in the country and has woven its way into the fabric of community life in Galway, welcoming members from many neighbourhoods including Shantalla, Westside, Ballinfoyle, Rahoon, Corrib Park, and Newcastle.

‘A Shaking of the Dry Bones’ - Achill Island in the 1830s

Thu, Jun 28, 2018

On the eve of the Great Famine there was a terrible scandal in Kinvara, Co Galway. William Burke, who had served as a Catholic priest for 13 years, announced to his congregation that he was leaving the church and becoming Protestant. The people were so angry that about 2,000 pursued his carriage and hurled abuse at him. Two other clergymen and police protection were required to keep him safe.

Things were just about to get a little calmer when it was discovered that Burke had already married his wife Catherine while still priest, leading to his prosecution for ‘tendering an illegal oath’. A sensational court appearance ensued, and the case was dismissed.

Top tips for interior design this summer

Thu, Jun 28, 2018

The weather is phenomenal at present. Everyone is basking in the glorious warmth of the sun and moods have been lifted throughout the country. However, if you do not like the heat and want to stay inside, why not keep yourself busy by sprucing up your home.

HOW TO GET THE ULTIMATE IRISH HOME

Wed, Jun 27, 2018

Whether it be the picturesque backdrop or the friendly, fun-loving Irish people, there are many reasons why people navigate to the beautiful country of Ireland.

You Can’t Beat a Bench

Mon, Jun 25, 2018

Well, you can’t, in my opinion. Bench seating is one of the most versatile ways to rest your weary bones in the garden and every garden, no matter how small, has room for at least one.

People of the Tribes: Meet Michele

Fri, Jun 22, 2018

I moved from England back in 1997 with my family and now live here with my husband Kieran (a Galway man!)

Spruce up your home and garden this summer

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

The weather so far this summer has been generally glorious. However, the last two weeks has seen the dreaded return of cloud cover and rain.

Free home consultation service from Spellman TBW

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

Spellman TBW offers a free home consultation service, helping customers to bring some focus and clarity to their home improvement project.

Visit Magical Lapland with Fahy Travel Worldchoice

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

The itinerary
Fly To Rovaniemi

Sculpting and Film Fleadh TV courses on offer

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

Greasán na Meán Skillnet is accepting applications for two upcoming courses - character sculpting and Galway Film Fleadh TV.

Character sculpting with Paul McDonnell

Host families for international students

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

Since 1976, families across Ireland have been welcoming international students from the Midland Language Centre

Supporting the transition to secondary school

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

BY MARGARET HESSION
By this time of year, primary schools are a hive of activity with school tours, sports days, matches, standardised testing and the 6th class graduation ceremonies drawing close. Every year, more than 50,000 children in Ireland move from Primary to Post Primary education. The transition from primary school to secondary school is a milestone in a child ’schooling career.

Mercy Primary gets ready for historic change in the heart of the city

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

It is going to be a summer of change at Mercy Primary School in the heart of the city. While the school year might be winding down elsewhere, the 176-year-old school is getting ready for one of the most momentous changes in its history.

School of Make-up Artistry offers many courses

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

The International School of Make-up Artistry, spanning some 30 years, boasts a 100 per cent success rate for its students.

Spires House, Shantalla

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

In 1924, three Sisters of Jesus and Mary came to UCG to study for a degree, the first religious of any congregation to do so. While they were pursuing their studies, Mother Stanislaus looked for a suitable premises for a house of studies and finally purchased “Spires House” in Shantalla on June 26, 1925. The house apparently got its name from the two unusual spires you can see on the roof. It was used by the sisters as a hostel for secular students as well as their own nuns. These nuns were known to many people as ‘The Spires Nuns’.

Dealing with whatever the ocean sends

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

It is not surprising that any child with imagination, and an interest in the sea, would spend time at the city’s harbour watching the ships come and go, and the men who worked there as they talked and unloaded fish or cargo. As a child Kathleen Curran, once the home chores were done, would run down the back paths from her home on College Road and along Lough Atalia to the docks. ‘There she would stand and gaze in wonder at the ships, boats and trawlers, hookers and gleoteóigs tied up or coming and going about their business.’

Her books at home were all about seafaring. She devoured everything she could get her hands on by her cousin Peter B Kyne, who lived in San Francisco. He had a very successful writing career. More than 100 films were made from his books. With her brothers and sisters, Kathleen enjoyed a strong Irish cultural background (solid Fianna Fáil!), endowed by her Headford parents.

AJLA, grown up dining in Clarinbridge

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

In the pretty village of Clarinbridge, restaurants and cafes come and go with regularity. With its retro-modern cottage style, decorative shelves of chutneys, and wooden furniture, PoppySeed Cafe is one constant and reliable part of village life, tucked back from the main street behind the shopping complex.

Towards the front of the shop, the team make bespoke hampers and there are tables stacked with fancy crackers and posh lollipops, but this is more bustling cafe than it is gourmet food store. There is no such thing as a typical customer - you will see families with teenagers, young mothers with toddlers, and friends of all ages chatting over a coffee and a slice of cake. You can expect daily home baking, fresh soups, and lunchtime specials, a takeaway menu, and more - and at PoppySeed you are guaranteed delicious food and a warm welcome.

The Front Door Pub wins all Ireland cocktail competition

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

Padraig Storey, bartender at The Front Door Pub has been crowned as the All Ireland Cocktail Making Champion after winning the national final of the Jameson Barrelman Challenge.

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