Type 2 diabetes – curse or reverse

Thu, May 18, 2017

Have you ever thought that having type 2 diabetes does not need to be a lifelong curse, a never ending journey of increasing medication and reducing quality of life.

Love yourself, love your bed

Thu, May 18, 2017

Loving yourself requires a long-term commitment to the triumvirate of health — proper nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate sleep. When you really want to treat yourself, you may even invest in the occasional pampering or luxury experience to reward yourself and recharge.

Big news at Dr Clare’s Apothecary

Thu, May 18, 2017

Dr Dilis Clare has been developing her brand of herbal medicine over the past 20 years. The range has all you need to look after your family with natural health solutions for many everyday health problems. Dr Clare has built up expertise and belief in collaborative medicine. This is a joining of forces of the best in pharma medicine and herbal medicine, so much so that she now has enough research to write a book on the subject.

Fix your metabolism to burn that stubborn fat

Thu, May 18, 2017

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health, and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

Beautiful array of quality Irish furniture and accessories at Siopa Troscán

Thu, May 18, 2017

See the full range of quality Irish manufactured suites at Siopa Troscán, Moycullen, where all the suites can be made to order. The full range of styles covers everything from contemporary to traditional. Pictured is the Mula corner suite (can be made to size) for just €2,195, also available as a 3,1,1 for €2,195.

Spruce up your garden with Colourfence — the ultimate garden fence

Thu, May 18, 2017

The holy grail of fencing is transforming gardens across the UK and Ireland. It may do "exactly what it says on the tin" but let's face it, treating a timber fence can never be called fun.

In fact owning a timber fence is not much fun either with costly, time consuming, maintenance and repairs almost every year. The alternative to timber fencing, that goes up and stays up, Colourfence fencing solutions are made from innovative Colourbond steel. This fencing is virtually maintenance free — just give it an occasional wash down with water to keep it looking as good as new, so you never need to pick up that paintbrush again.

Historic Aer Lingus flight to New York departs from Ireland West Airport

Thu, May 18, 2017

A group of men and women from the west of Ireland, led by Fr Richard Gibbons, Rector of the Knock shrine, have set out to re-inter the remains of John Curry, the youngest person to witness the Knock apparition of 1879.

Skip the early start this summer at the Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport

Thu, May 18, 2017

The four star Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport offers luxurious family accommodation with all the essentials and comforts you would expect. All of the hotel’s 100 bedrooms have recently been refurbished, offering maximum comfort for all families travelling this summer.

Relax in one of the hotel’s spacious interconnected family rooms which offer unparalleled views of Dublin from your balcony; each room is fitted with a 5’ king size bed and single bed, with the option of requesting an additional bed.

The Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes

Thu, May 18, 2017

A grotto is a natural or artificial cave used by humans in modern times and antiquity. Today, they are often used as shrines in which to place statues of saints, particularly the Virgin Mary. The Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes stood in the southwest corner of the grounds of St Patrick’s Church.

The priest who celebrated his own funeral Mass

Thu, May 18, 2017

Week III
When the well liked Fr Thomas Campbell, parish priest of Tynagh, Co Galway, died in 1983, there was a big turn out for his funeral. Michel Déon and his wife Chantal, being French, arrived at the church on time. As no one else was there they sat in the front row.

When the well liked Fr Thomas Campbell, parish priest of Tynagh, Co Galway, died in 1983, there was a big turn out for his funeral. Michel Déon and his wife Chantal, being French, arrived at the church on time. As no one else was there they sat in the front row.

Come to Café Temple and worship at the good food altar.

Mon, May 15, 2017

With Brunch, now becoming a staple tradition of the Irish Sunday & the summer season fast approaching, Café Temple, a vibrant café located in the Cornstore in the heart of Galway City, have finally decided to start opening on Sundays to offer a great new place for brunch.

Ella West Official Opening Day

Mon, May 15, 2017

This Thursday 18th May 9am-5pm come celebrate the official opening of Ella West!

56 Central Restaurant turns 2 with new Summer menu!!

Mon, May 15, 2017

56 Central Restaurant in the heart of Galway city is located on Shop Street, the 120 seater restaurant which is celebrating 2 years in business this summer has been making a firm name for itself with Galwegians. Its month long celebrations in the city

Knowledge is power

Fri, May 12, 2017

Summer is a time associated with holidays, chilling out, sun [sometimes], and switching off from the daily grind of work to recharge the batteries. However, the extra free time may enable you to try out something different, be it a new sport, a new pastime, or even an opportunity to enroll in a course to learn a new skill.

From New York to Galway- Massimo is creating cocktail history in Ireland

Fri, May 12, 2017

Galway’s Massimo and the White Hag brewery from Sligo have joined forces to create strange yet brilliant cocktails. Finally, it is time for people’s favourite tipples to partner up and create beer cocktails. The fusion cocktails will be officially launched in Massimo on Friday 12th May at 7pm. There will be a live demonstration and tasting and everyone is invited.

People of the Tribes : Meet Dayana

Fri, May 12, 2017

''My name is Dayana Maltese,I'm from Venezuela but living In Galway for the past 13 years and it has become my home. I am always learining and improving my Entrepreneur skills.  For 10 years I owed a Dry Cleaning Business in Renmore called The Laundry Lodge but  now I have moved on to set up Sabanero Cheese and with my partner. Making Venezuelan Cheese in Galway is great, we want to give back something good to Ireland.

Tips to help with exam stress

Thu, May 11, 2017

Exam season is almost upon us and for thousands of secondary school students, June will see them sit their state exams for the junior and senior cycle. Younger children may have summer tests and university students have exams too. It can be a stressful time for both students and parents as they enter into the final few weeks of study and get set to take their papers. We wanted to give you a few tips to help cope with exam stress and hopefully achieve the results you are all hoping for.

How to get more Vitamin D into your children

Thu, May 11, 2017

ingredient for bone and teeth health and development in children (and adults), alongside calcium, protein and a good exercise routine. It also helps your immune system, and can help balance hormones.

Vitamin D is naturally produced by your body when your skin is directly exposed to the uv rays of the sun for 20 to 25 minutes a day without sunscreen. And although the sun has been shining this week, sadly, living on the West coast of Ireland, the sun does not make a regular appearance, so we could be at risk of being deficient in vitamin d unless we top up our levels by eating foods rich in vitamin d or by taking supplements.

Tips on booking a summer camp

Thu, May 11, 2017

be a challenging time for parents as they juggle work with childcare. For many the answer lies in summer camps. There are so many on offer from multi-activity camps that take place outdoors to Lego and computer camps that tend to be indoors.

‘Doss year’

Thu, May 11, 2017

Transition year, or ‘TY’, is a year-long programme for secondary school students, typically optional, placed between third and fifth year. Although it is not offered by all Irish schools, it is offered by many, some 75 per cent in fact, and for some students it is even compulsory. It is usually presented as a chance to mature, to expand your horizons, and develop your interests. However, it is also often dismissed as a ‘doss year’, and while some students claim that it helped them a great deal, others agree with that consensus.

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