Steamer’s Quay

Thu, May 26, 2022

Alexander Nimmo made a survey of Lough Corrib almost 200 years ago in which he wrote the following: “The lake has 50 miles of shore, occupies 30,000 Irish acres and contains 1,000 acres of arable land in its isles, and contracts into a very spacious river about two and a half miles above Galway, which, flowing by the town, communicates with the Atlantic. The fall from the summit of the lake to the sea is considerable, but to the Wood Quay, above the town, it is trifling, and the river is in parts very shallow, running over a bed of rocks and hard gravel. It is not navigable from the sea to the Wood Quay owing to its shallowness and the rapidity of the water, and none but small boats can come down; but unless in very dry seasons, it is thence navigable by boats drawing four feet of water and carrying from ten to twenty tons, with one square sail and four men, to Cong. They seldom sail, unless before the wind, and though the lake has many islets and sunken rocks, the only serious difficulty in navigation is at Buachally Shoal about four miles up the lake, and at Newcastle. These shoals could be deepened for a small sum and the whole made to admit vessels of much greater magnitude. The fine navigation which extends about 30 miles, and into a seaport town, seems to deserve more attention than it has yet received. A good chart with soundings and sailing instructions should be published, the shoals or rocks cleared or beaconed, and a communication opened with the sea.”

All for the tip of a finger….

Thu, May 26, 2022

On a wet and windy night off the coast of Mayo, the big Search and Rescue 116, Sikorsky S92 helicopter, was preparing to land at Blacksod lighthouse to refuel. It was Monday evening March 13 2017.

Renovating and interior design is making the best possible use of your available space

Thu, May 26, 2022

One of the main areas people wish to update and change in their home is storage. We never have enough, and what we do have isn’t designed to its full potential.

Transform your home with colour blocking

Thu, May 26, 2022

As we head into summer, many of us are embracing the change in seasons by changing our homes. With nature moving from darker, comforting tones, to brighter, more vibrant shades, this is a great time to invest in your interior surroundings and bring a little sunshine into your home.

New online physical activity programme for people with neurological conditions comes to the west

Thu, May 26, 2022

MS Ireland is rolling out a new online activity programme for people living with multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions in Galway, Mayo, and Roscommon.

Active Neuro offers evidence-based health promoting physical activity programmes for adults living with neurological conditions in the community. The pilot project was funded by the Slaintecare Integration Fund in the Midwest, and Multiple Sclerosis Ireland is currently rolling out this service for people in the west with the support of the HSE disability services in CHO-2.

Slimming World donations in the bag for the Irish Cancer Society

Thu, May 26, 2022

Slimming World members in Galway are celebrating their fabulous weight losses by donating the clothes they have successfully slimmed out of to the Irish Cancer Society. The members, who have lost over 1,200 stone between them since January, have so far donated nearly 500 bags to raise vitally needed funds for the cancer charity.

GRETB offers free programmes for people arriving from Ukraine

Thu, May 26, 2022

Galway Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) offers a wide range of free programmes across Galway and Roscommon for people fleeing the war in Ukraine. GRETB provide classes in English language, job seeking skills including CV preparation, IT skills, and a range of full and part-time courses to develop and prepare for work in Ireland.

The sky is the limit with finance, study now at GCC

Thu, May 26, 2022

With industry change driving demand for talent across the accountancy and finance industry in Ireland, employers are finding themselves continuously in need of the right graduates to help them meet their business objectives. Employers have experienced skills shortages and competition is high for talented professionals, causing a spike in salary offers, particularly within accounts support, payroll, and credit control. If you have an aptitude and passion for finance or accountancy, the Level 5 financial technology skills course is for you.

International House Galway offers free English classes

Thu, May 26, 2022

Would you like to join a free English course? This course from International House Galway is 100 per cent free and you will receive a certificate of attendance at the end. There is a €10 sign-up fee, waived for Ukrainian students.

Would you like to join a free English course? This course from International House Galway is 100 per cent free and you will receive a certificate of attendance at the end. There is a €10 sign-up

Thu, May 26, 2022

Logistics and distribution relates to the movement of goods from sourcing, storage, and transportation from the point of manufacture to the consumer. Delivering products and services at the right time, right place, right cost, and at the right quantity and quality is at the heart of logistics and distribution, and in any sector, efficient deliveries, customer responsiveness, and cost efficiency are key competitive priorities for businesses.

Galway schools are top of the class in national science competition for randomised trials

Thu, May 26, 2022

Three Galway primary schools have been named top of the class in a national competition showcasing randomised trials.

Perfect pork chops

Thu, May 26, 2022

This recipe from Bord Bia is a great way to serve pork chops in summer, with tomatoes and aubergine plus cheese to make a filling family meal.

As well, as or instead of, a salad, you could also serve some pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

A feast for the senses at the Olive Tree Kitchen

Thu, May 26, 2022

The Olive Tree Kitchen at Wildlands in Moycullen has launched a new menu for the summer season. This spacious, light filled, restaurant offers the best seat in the house with a panoramic view of the park’s ziplines and aerial trekking courses, set on over 20 acres of mature woodland, just 10 minutes from Galway city.

New wellness retreat unveiled at Monart Destination Spa

Thu, May 26, 2022

A brand new complete mind and body escape has been created by the spa therapist experts at Monart Destination Spa in Co Wexford. The Monart Wellness Retreat is now available as a two-night residential stay or as a day visit at this five-star destination spa.

Barcelona-Girona flight from Shannon is just the ticket

Thu, May 26, 2022

The summer season has gotten off to a sizzling start with the inaugural service to Barcelona-Girona taking off from Shannon Airport recently.

The legend of the last battle in Connemara

Thu, May 19, 2022

During the war of Independence the West Connemara IRA brigade, under the command of Petie McDonnell, was an effective and disciplined force. It had moved its headquarters to the Muintir Eoin residence of Pádraic Mór Ó Máille, a two-storey farmhouse, backed by rock and heather covered hills, which stood on a small rise, along the Maam to Leenane road. It offered commanding views of the Maam Valley.

One hundred years ago this week…

Thu, May 19, 2022

John Henry Foley was one of the greatest artists this country produced in the 19th century. He was a world famous sculptor who was commissioned to produce many public works in different parts of the world including Galway. The statue he produced here was of Lord Dunkellin, a 2.5 metre high bronze on a polished Peterhead red granite base which stood on two steps of Aberdeen granite about 20 yards inside the main gate into the Square. ‘In none of the great works which have given him world-wide celebrity has he shown more genius and skill than in the present instance where, with only the slender assistance of a photograph, has he been able to produce the faithful likeness.’

Atlantic TU MSc programme named Best Masters in National Education Awards

Thu, May 19, 2022

Staff in Atlantic Technological University (ATU) are this week celebrating a win at the Education Awards 2022, where the university's two year Master of Science in design and innnovation was named Best Masters Programme.

Delivered from the ATU Galway campus, the part-time multidisciplinary course was first offered two years ago in response to a number of reports including the National Planning Framework (NPF) Project Ireland 2040, which sets out the priorities for shaping the future growth and development of Ireland and the west and northwest region. The NPF stipulates that increasing innovation capacity “will depend on creating places that can foster enterprise and innovation and attract investment and talent”. The enterprise agencies forecast that the number of research and development (R&D) personnel needed in the enterprise sector will increase significantly in the next number of years.

CELTA is your ticket to an exciting career as a teacher of English

Thu, May 19, 2022

With so many TEFL courses to choose from these days, it can be hard to decide what the best option is for you. If you are struggling to decide, ask yourself these questions.

Summer camps return to the Kingfisher Club

Thu, May 19, 2022

The Kingfisher Club summer camps are back this year with an action-packed summer sports camp in Kingfisher NUI Galway and exciting swim camp in Kingfisher Renmore for boys and girls aged between four and 13 years. The summer camps provide a fun, exciting, and safe way for your child to spend the school holidays this summer while making new friendships and unforgettable memories.

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