Virtual cookery school for children launched

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

JP McMahon, owner and chef at Michelin-starred Aniar Restaurant, will host an eight-week cookery course for children aged eight to 15 years starting April 10. The course will teach children to make some crowd-pleasing and family-friendly foods such as lasagna, pancakes, bread, and even roast chicken. The classes will be held virtually via Zoom each Saturday morning.

No bake crunchy oatbars are the perfect recipe for budding young chefs

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Get the children into the kitchen and whip up some easy goodies that all the family can enjoy as an afternoon treat thanks to Siúcra and Lili Forberg.

These no bake oat bars use Siúcra light golden-brown sugar which gives a sweet and rich flavour and can be customised with your favourite type of chocolate.

February is the border between winter and spring

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

UCC has one of the most beautiful university campuses in Ireland. In this article, Head Gardener of UCC, Jack Murphy gives some gardening tips for the month of February.

KCL Roofing and Guttering remains open for essential repairs

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

As an essential service KCL Roofing & Guttering remains open during lockdown.

border between winter and spring

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Gardening tips
It goes without saying that what we do in the garden in February can be dictated and controlled by the weather. A wet month will curtail the work we hope and plan to do with our soil, but despite this there is plenty that can be still progressed, regardless of the weather, such as pruning.

Greenhouses ideal for growing fresh organic fruits and vegetables

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Organic Garden specialises in the production and assembly of high- quality polycarbonate polytunnels.

Extensive spring range available from O Conchubhair Teo Homevalue

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Nioclás O Conchubhair Teo Homevalue is an award winning hardware and electrical store based in Connemara.

Naughton's Kitchens and Appliances providing valuable service

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

A family run business trading for more than 40 years Naughton’s Kitchens and Appliances continue to provide an excellent service in the west of Ireland.

Weed control with Gardeners Choice

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Gardener’s Choice is the safe solution to the problem of weeding.

Large selection available from Galway Stone

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Galway Stone has everything you need to create your own unique garden. Whether it’s patios, raised beds, driveways, it is covered.

Lawnmowers available at Ivors

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

When it comes to lawnmowers in Galway one name always stands out, Ivors.

Give your garden oil tank a makeover

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Have you ever thought it would be great if you could move your oil tank to a new position in your garden?

Tips and advice for planning a renovation and redecorating your home

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

-Firstly, make a list of improvements (however big or small) you would love to make to your home

February is of vital importance for wildlife

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

To support and encourage wildlife in the garden in February is of vital importance. It is important to keep bird feeders topped up and to leave out water and food for animals emerging from hibernation if you know you have such callers to your garden. Hedgehogs in particular benefit from this act of kindness. If you have nest boxes in your garden, now is a good time to give them a clean with boiling water before any bird comes to your garden seeking a new nesting place for their young.

Top European e-Scooter company Dott to roll out in Galway

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Leading European e-scooter company Dott today officially announced their interest in entering the Galway market, following confirmation from Minister Eamon Ryan that e-scooters will be regulated for use on Irish roads.

Online Irish language groups for young people

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Ogras runs Irish language youth clubs online for two age groups - seven to 12 year olds, and 13 to 19 year olds.

GTI – leading the way in further education

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Galway Technical Institute (GTI) is once again leading the way in further education with its launch of an exciting and dynamic suite of courses commencing in September 2021.

NUI Galway virtual open day to showcase opportunities for postgraduate studies

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

NUI Galway will hold its annual spring postgraduate open day on Tuesday, March 2, from 11am. The virtual event is open to the public and offers the opportunity to explore the more than 400 taught and research postgraduate programmes enrolling in 2021.

New book teaches sustainable development goals through drama

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

A new book which marries teaching drama to young people with the issues of sustainable development, environmentalism, and climate change, has been launched.

'If one policeman is shot here up goes the town'

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

By early 1921 Britain’s war in Ireland was not just a moral issue, but a financial one. The sheer expense of solving 'The Irish Question', considering financial reparation for the loss of civilian life and destruction of private property, along with the price tag of the Crown Forces’ operations in Ireland, was staggering.

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