Choosing the right mattress for the right stage of life

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

A mattress can serve you for 10-plus years when properly cared for. This means regular rotation and using a mattress protector at all times. There are some things though that cannot be foreseen when it comes to a mattress, and this can mean having to purchase a new one. Over time preferences and circumstances can change. This could be because of age or simply an unexpected injury.

So, what mattress is right for you now? And which one will suit your specific needs? Well, choosing a mattress doesn’t have to be difficult because EZ Living Furniture is here to help. You can even pick one up now and take advantage of the current Mattress Madness sale.

The Kingfisher Club has everything you need to get in shape and improve your health

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

The Kingfisher Club is more than just a gym, it is a Gold Standard award winning leisure centre with excellent facilities and offers everything you need. From a fully equipped gym and 25m heated swimming pool to more than 100 virtual Les Mills fitness classes a week, Kingfisher gives you everything you need to improve your physical and mental health.

Shannon Airport says 'bon voyage' as inaugural Paris flight takes to the skies

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

Shannon Airport staff welcomed the start of a service to Paris with new carrier Vueling this week. The twice weekly service to Paris Orly Airport will operate on Mondays and Fridays.

Murphy and Mulligan join the fold at Ashford Castle

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

What could be better than roaming Ashford Castle’s 350-acre estate with two magnificent Irish Wolfhound pups by your side?

It’s time to book a winter sunshine break

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

Summer 2022 was a sell out season, and if like many Galwegians you didn’t manage to get away, you might well be in need of a break this winter.

Are you interested in upskilling or reskilling to a university level standard but are time-poor? Micro-credentials may be for you

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

Micro-credentials (MicroCreds), an exciting new project at the University of Galway, was born out of a HEA funded human capital initiative, identifing gaps for future needs of the workforce.

Galway bodhrán classes

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

Everybody has rhythm, and there i never a better time than September to take up a new challenge and learn a new instrument. If you have always wanted to play music but don’t know where to start, or you are already playing but don’t know how to take your playing to the next level, now is the time. The hugely popular Bodhrán Magic adult group beginner courses are registering now and starting very soon in the city centre in a school venue with very easy and free parking. Simply park at the door and go in and play.

Students recognised for their achievements at Kumon awards

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

Balloons, banners, and blue lighting in the Menlo Park Hotel set the scene for the Kumon Galway City West Awards Ceremony 2022. The Mayor of Galway City Clodagh Higgins welcomed the Kumon families gathered together and spoke of the hope for the future engendered by students who commit to daily study in maths, English, or both, in order to develop their full potential.

Galway schools invited to compete for ‘Ireland’s Fittest’ title

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

For the second year in a row, a call has gone out to schools in Galway and around the country from Irish Olympians, sprinter Phil Healy and athlete David Gillick, who have joined forces with Fyffes in a quest to find Ireland’s Fittest School.

Learn Spanish at The Spanish Institute

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

The Spanish Institute is starting a new term of courses and activities for students on September 19. The new term will offer a varietrses is available on the institute’s website www.spanishinstitute.ie and on its Facebook page.

The Spanish Institute has been running for the last eight years and has become the centre of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture in Galway. Along with language courses, this new term the school will offer a variety of Hispanic cultural events such as tapas nights, movies, conversation classes, and pronunciation labs.

ATU Galway science laboratories achieve international sustainability certification

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

The ATU Galway City campus has been awarded My Green Lab certification in recognition of work by staff and students in making all teaching science laboratories on campus more sustainable. My Green Lab certification is an international gold standard for best practice in laboratory sustainability which is recognised in the United Nations’ Race to Zero campaign as a key achievement in working towards a zero-carbon future.

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

Thu, Sep 15, 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. In 2021 international brand Komandor saw a huge increase in homeowners transforming their smallest bedroom into a spacious walk-in wardrobe – and in ireland that was the pokey awkward box room. Using the spare small bedroom as a walk in wardrobe creates more space in your bedroom, keeps you organised, and makes putting the laundry away an easier task. The clothes you own are right in front of you, making it a lot easier to put looks together.

Sliding wardrobes are ideal for bedroom alcoves – as a bespoke specialist in design and installation Komandor creates a functional space that is tailored to your, your home, and your lifestyle.

How to Prepare Your Garden for Installing a Hot Tub

Wed, Sep 14, 2022

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If you are thinking of investing in a hot tub or jacuzzi for your outdoor space, then there are definitely lots of reasons to do it. A hot tub can easily turn your basic garden into an outdoor area that is relaxing, fun, and somewhere where you want to spend as much time as possible. Hot tubs today come in all shapes and sizes so there is definitely an option out there that will be perfect for your garden no matter how much space you have or where you want to put it. If you’re thinking of getting a hot tub for your garden before summer’s out, then keep these tips for preparing your space in mind.

Fantasy castles in 19th century Connemara

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

It must have been an extraordinary sight in the 1860s to see Kylemore castle rise from a bog in the heart of Connemara’s Twelve Pins, barely a decade following the devastation of the Great Famine. More than 100 men were employed, some coming from as far away as Renvyle and further, at a handsome wage of seven to 10 shillings a week, turning rough, soggy land, only good for shooting wild fowl and for fishing in its nearby lakes, into a magnificent building. Today it stands more like a palace than a castle, and is still a show-stopper on the Letterfrack road.

Horse trading in Eyre Square

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

One of the earliest associations of Eyre Square with the horse was the jousting competitions that went on there in the middle ages. There were also horse fairs held in the Square where one could buy and sell horses, these were usually held outside the railings and on the streets. Before motorised machinery was invented, the horse provided people with their main type of transport: the work horse was an invaluable part of the farm used to pull the plough or haul the farmer and his cartload of produce into town. Horse racing was always a popular sport and the first Galway Horse Show was held in the Square in 1892.

Weight loss success for two slimmers with type 2 diabetes after losing over eight stone

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

One in ten people around the world are living with diabetes, a lifelong condition listed by the World Health Organization in 2019 as one of the top ten leading causes of deaths globally. In Ireland, over a quarter of a million people have been diagnosed with the disease. However, it is estimated that a further 850,000 are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a major contributor to kidney failure, heart attack, cancer, and stroke. As well as the human cost, the economic burden of diabetes on the Irish health care system is becoming a major challenge for the government and the HSE.

Being overweight or obese is a major risk factor in developing type 2 diabetes. By helping people to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle, Slimming World can dramatically reduce a member’s chances of developing type 2 diabetes and can help members to manage their condition.

There is no shame in having a mental health difficulty

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

“In 2019 I developed anorexia, aged 36. At that time, I could not find anyone else like me living with this mental illness. Shame and self-stigma became part of my thoughts. Because of the lack of any relatable narrative, I found myself feeling alone and different.” Eoin Kernan, See Change Ambassador.

Listen to your heart: Experts urge people over 65 to ask their doctor for an annual stethoscope check

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Croí, the Irish heart and stroke charity, is reminding all adults over the age of 65 years to ask their doctor for an annual stethoscope check. The call comes in advance of International Heart Valve Disease Awareness Week, on September 12-18 which aims to improve diagnosis, treatment and management of heart valve disease.

Bus Éireann announces special direct services for Galway Garth fans

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Bus Éireann, Ireland’s national bus company, is encouraging country music fans in Galway to leave their cars at home when travelling to the Garth Brooks concerts in Dublin this week, by taking one of their special direct services from Galway Bus Station to Busáras in Dublin instead.

Bus Éireann is running the special services on each day where a concert is scheduled, September 9/10/11/16/17. Services from Galway (direct to Dublin) will depart at 12.00pm from Galway Bus Station and arrive at Busáras in Dublin at 15.15pm. Return services will depart Busáras at 23.55pm and arrive at Galway Bus Station at 3.10am. Tickets are just €35 euro return and can be booked online at expressway.ie

Guide to budget sightseeing in Madrid

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Frugal travellers looking to explore Spain’s capital city are being offered a guide to budget-friendly sightseeing spots.

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