Ready for those summer mishaps

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

Summer holidays are in full swing, and sun burned arms and grazed knees are inevitable, but it’s never been easier to be prepared.

Here are the backpack essentials for parents, no matter where they are going.

Eight NUI Galway students awarded Gaisce gold medals

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

Eight students from NUI Galway are among the inspirational young people to receive the Gaisce Gold Award in this year's Gaisce Awards. The medals were presented by President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, recently in recognition of their civic engagement and personal development.

Prestigious NUI Galway MBA programme to mark fifty years

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

NUI Galway’s AMBA and AACSB accredited MBA programme will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year.

Marie McCarthy, deputy village director, Center Parcs Longford Forest, Ireland, reflects on her MBA experience: “Undertaking the NUI Galway Executive MBA has proven to be one of the best decisions I have made, both from a personal and professional perspective," she says.

Stock up your freezer for some cool summer treats

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

From yummy breakfasts and healthy snacks to delicious lunch options and cool down treats, the frozen food experts at Green Isle have teamed up with ambassador Derval O’Rourke and put together a range of summer inspired recipes that are quick, easy, and full of goodness for all the family to enjoy, including little ones.

Traversing the Banana Pancake Trail

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

BY AISLING COWLEY
After months of researching potential destinations and planning my trip to Southeast Asia, I came across the ‘Banana Pancake Trail’. The banana pancake trail received its name from the inexpensive banana pancakes that are served at street markets throughout Southeast Asia and are so popular with backpackers in particular.

Discover Andalucia with a guided tour

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

Experience the world differently with a guided tour. See the side of a destination few will discover by experiencing hidden gems revealed by those in the know.

A package tour of Andalucia, Gibraltar, Ronda, and Granada is hugely popular and always sells out very quickly, with good reason. The tour includes nine nights in the four-star Hotel Gran Cervantes, a fabulous hotel in central Torremolinos. It has stylish and comfortable accommodation and extensive facilities in a superb location, just 500 metres from the beach and next to the main shopping areas of the resort.

Want a career instead of a job? Begin an exciting career in IT Support with GRETB

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

The GRETB Training centre Mervue is currently recruiting for the IT Support Specialist Traineeship.

CAO announces 2022 offers schedule

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

The Central Applications Office (CAO) has confirmed that Round One offers for school leaving applicants will issue on Thursday, September 8, at 2pm. Round Two offers will follow on September 19 at 10am.

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre now offering free lessons for Ukrainian refugees

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, a Department of Education recognised training Institute, now in its 35th year of business is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition, EAQUALS, Quality English, ACELS/QQI and FETAC accreditation.

Stodge Face to officially launch their new Galway store

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Stodge Face will celebrate their official opening in Galway on Thursday, July 14. To mark the occasion they will have €1 doughnuts on sale from 1pm to 3pm (or until stocks last). Customers can also treat themselves to beautiful complimentary Badger & Dodo coffee to make their afternoon truly delicious.

Ashford Castle’s George V restaurant wins Best of Award of Excellence at prestigious global awards

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

In recognition of its exceptional wine cellar, which services all of the food outlets on the Ashford Castle Estate, the George V restaurant has been awarded a Best of Award of Excellence in one of the world’s most prestigious awards programmes, for a sixth consecutive year.

Wine Spectator's annual Restaurant Awards recognise restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers.

Kilcolgan native chosen as one of BIM’s 2022 Taste the Atlantic Young Chef Ambassador

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Rebecca Sweeney from Kilcogan, Co. Galway has been appointed as one of only five young chefs nationwide to Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM’s) Taste the Atlantic Young Chef Ambassador Programme for 2022.

Two in five people believe pandemic will never be fully over, says Ipsos survey for IPHA

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Two in five people believe the Covid-19 pandemic will never be fully over, according to new research carried out by Ipsos for the Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association (IPHA).

The miracle of your metabolism for weight loss

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, I can help you 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.

Slow Cabins launches its first off grid cabin experiences at ‘secret’ Irish locations

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Post pandemic, we have rediscovered the charm and benefits of nature in our own country. Slow Cabins have been recognising the need to slow down since 2017 and is now launching its first locations in Ireland to cater for growing demand.

Komandor provides valuable service

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

How exciting is receiving the plans and renders of your forever home?

Conboy Electrical — call in and call out service for all your appliances

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

G.Conboy Electrical, New Rd, Galway, H91 WP30 - 091 526202, offers a call out service and repairs to appliances in your home.

KCL Roofing — a service clients can trust

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

It can be argued that the most vital part of any home is its roof. The roof protects everyone inside from wind, rain, hail, and snow as well as providing insulation to keep the house warm in winter and cool in the summer. So it is critical that our roofs are maintained to a high standard in order to ensure they are fully equipped to deal with any extreme weather conditions. When it comes to such an important job, we want a service that is reliable.

Temporary decorating tips for renters

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Renters looking to spruce up their space often face the challenge of doing so without damaging the property.

Rental agreements can differ from landlord to landlord, and some are more willing to agree to cosmetic changes than others. For those who want to make home improvements but are struggling because of limits within their tenancy agreement, there are plenty of ways to make temporary changes without damaging the property. Here are some ideas from UK storage expert LOVESPACE to make a rental feel like home.

The Model School

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

The Model School on Newcastle Road was built in 1849/50 for a cost of £2,533 plus £800 for the furniture. It was one of a series of Model Schools built around that time and was the only one constructed under budget. It opened in July 1852, 170 years ago this month. It catered for Protestant children.

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