Burnings and panic follow Ballyturn ambush

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

Following a tennis party at the home of Mr J C Bagot JP, of Ballyturn House, near Gort, on May 15 1921, the IRA scored a devastating blow against the British forces. The local District Inspector, Captain Cecil Blake, his lady companion Eliza Williams; two officers, Capt Cornwallis and Lieutenant McCreery were shot dead in an ambush as they drove away from the house. The IRA party, probably as many as ten men, had taken up position in the gate lodge, and in the surrounding bushes. One gate was closed. The car had to stop to open it. At that moment the IRA opened fire. There was one survivor, Margaret Gregory, the widowed daughter-in-law of Lady Gregory.

Born Footware opening tomorrow

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

BORN Clothing, Galway’s leading fashion house will be opening an independent, stand alone footwear and accessories store on Eglingon Street (beside the Post Office) on Friday October 19.

Galway’s new Paco store to open tomorrow

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

Lisa Fitzpatrick will officially unveil the new Paco store at Galway Shopping Centre tomorrow (Friday) at 1pm. This new store has created five new positions.

Smashbox make-up artists at Leo Walsh Pharmacy

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

Tomorrow October 19, Smashbox make-up artists will be hosting a make-up demonstration at 5pm in the Leo Walsh pharmacy, Knocknacarra, Galway. This masterclass will be held in conjunction with the three day event taking place from today Thursday October 18 to Saturday October 20. Groups of up to 20 people can book their place for a viewing of the masterclass by calling the pharmacy on 091 587638.

Caring for women’s needs with Gentle Day’s gentle touch

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

Gentle Day sanitary napkins with an anion chip are designed for women who care about their health.

Fall bags: how to wear them

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

From bright to the more understated hues, oversized shoppers to structured satchels to decorative clutches, this autumn season’s bags are anything but boring. Here are some of the key bags trends to update your looks for the fall months.

Acupuncture needling out your ailments

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

Acupuncture is a Chinese treatment therapy that can combat different diseases and is a well regarded alleviator of pain. According to the Chinese medicine theory, there are energy pathways called meridians that flow through your body. The moment there is a blockage of their path it results in health related issues. When needles are inserted in the areas that need to be treated, which influence the energy flow through the meridians, they can restore your body’s natural rhythm to relieve the pain.

Warm up your appetite with Artisan Restaurant’s new winter menu

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

Artisan Restaurant, winner of the ‘Best Restaurant in Connacht’ at the Irish Restaurant Awards earlier this year, has just launched its delectable new winter menu. Comprising a host of mouth watering seafood, steak, and vegetarian options, the award winning restaurant has truly exceeded its own impeccable standards with a new set of dishes, which can only be described as a delicious infusion of carefully selected ingredients and mouth watering flavour.

The Boathouse Seafood and Grill opens on main street Oranmore

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

Oranmore’s latest destination for casual dining comes courtesy of local residents Rudi and Frances Rabasse. Future dinners at the Boathouse Seafood and Grill can look forward to meals prepared by a host of culinary experts, who boast impressive performances in the art of cuisine. Rudi Rabasse boasts a 25 year term in the catering industry with a decorative resumé including time spent working in a five star hotel in Courchevel in the Alps, a Parisian bistro, a Michelin star restaurant in London, Roly’s brasserie in Dublin, and is completed by seven years spent as the manager of Kirwan’s Lane seafood bar and restaurant in the heart of Galway city. While working there he joined forces with owner Michael O’Grady and chief chef Mark Hopkins.

Anthony Printer the Boathouse’s head chef belongs to a family whose legacy is steeped in the catering industry. Before moving to Westport Mr Printer to help his mother run a successful B&B, the first in the west of Ireland to be recommended in the Michelin guide, his childhood was spent in the environs of the family run hotel outside Glasgow.

Harnessing the gentle power of blessing

Thu, Oct 18, 2012

When Pierre Pradervand was put in a very challenging position in his job in the Swiss education system he felt he had no choice but to quit.

Wardrobe must-haves for every woman

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

Every woman should have some key pieces in her wardrobe. These pieces should be versatile, body flattering, and good quality. Timeless and functional, the wardrobe staples are the ultimate must to make your wardrobe work for you.

Choose from thirty €100 dresses at Belladonna bridal sale

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

The popular Belladonna Bridal will hold its not to be missed sample sale from October 18 to 21 at its store in Liosban. Brides-to-be will have a fantastic opportunity to get their dream designer wedding dress for a fraction of the retail price.

Get ready for graduation with David Martin

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

Autumn is graduation time, a time when every woman wants to look her best, and with David Martin stylists specialising in modern upstyles this is now possible. Upstyles start from just €35 and can be enhanced by the salons’ wide range of hair extensions, which are perfect for adding colour, volume, and length instantly.

Heartwarming seasonal specials at Brasserie on the Corner

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

Brasserie on the Corner, Eglinton Street, steak and seafood specialist and all round foodie haven, has introduced some seasonal changes.

House Hotel to stick to what it does best… cocktails

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

The House cocktail bar and bistro at the boutique House Hotel has announced that it is adding a dine and cocktail offer for only €15 to its exciting menu.

Dinner and cocktails at the House Hotel

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

The House Hotel is one of my favourite little boltholes in Galway. Cool, quirky, and fun, you can't beat it for location. The rooms are lovely and settling into one of the squashy pink couches in the lobby with one of the rather superior afternoon teas is a great way to catch up with friends.

Treatment for facial thread veins/broken capillaries at Laserderm

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

Are you constantly wearing make-up to cover you facial thread veins?

Krav maga — an ideal self defence discipline for women

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

As danger lurks in every nook and corner, it has become important for women to learn a self-defence art. As krav maga can be quickly learned and implemented, it is one of the best options for women. Krav maga prepares them for whatever comes in their way and is considered as a perfect style for independent women. To learn krav maga, there is no limit of height or weight of a person.

Lose two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

There are three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan — diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect — one will not work without the other.

Acupuncture for respiratory conditions

Thu, Oct 11, 2012

Acupuncture has been found to be very beneficial for the respiratory system as it first finds the root cause of the problem, and a strategy is then developed to address this.

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