County Galway chef named Aramark Ireland’s Healthcare Chef of the Year
Thu, May 19, 2022
Nora O’Malley, from Lettermore, has been named Aramark Ireland’s Healthcare Chef of the Year 2022.
Read more ...Perfect midweek pasta
Thu, May 19, 2022
This speedy pasta dish makes the perfect midweek meal. The leeks add a slightly sweet flavour and pair really well with the bacon.
Read more ...GIYers invited to join Energia Get Ireland Growing Day 2022
Thu, May 19, 2022
GIY and Energia are calling on communities across Ireland to take part in Energia Get Ireland Growing Day on Saturday, July 2.
Read more ...Hook Lighthouse celebrates Hooked on the Sea Festival this June Bank Holiday weekend
Thu, May 19, 2022
Hooked on the Sea 2022 will be running across the Peninsula, a host of marine-themed events for all ages across the June Bank Holiday Weekend.
As part of the Hooked on the Sea festival, special events at Hook Lighthouse are planned The BBQ will be fired up at Hook Lighthouse, there will be games on the lawns and there are reports of Pirates on the horizon with Pirate Pat leading the posse. For World Environment Day on June 5th and World Oceans Day on June 8th, Hook Lighthouse will be hosting talks on sustainability and environmental living.
Read more ...Top three things to do in Offaly this summer
Thu, May 19, 2022
Offaly, part of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, is accessible from almost everywhere in Ireland, the perfect place for a short break with the chance to get away from it all and enjoy unspoilt nature and a great outdoor experience.
Read more ...Discover a new generation of cruise ship
Thu, May 19, 2022
Welcome aboard the Norwegian Prima, a new Project Leonardo class cruise ship from Norwegian Cruise Line designed to elevate every expectation.
Read more ...The legend of the last battle in Connemara
Wed, May 18, 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.
Read more ...Get Ireland Growing returns for sixth year to reinvigorate communities post lockdown
Thu, May 12, 2022
This year the Energia and GIY Get Ireland Growing initiative aims to sow the seed of community food growing by giving away 300 community growing starter kits across Ireland, worth a total of €42,500.
Read more ...Design your dream home with Komandor
Thu, May 12, 2022
It is an exciting moment when you receive the plans and renders of your forever home. But you still have a journey ahead before you can finally turn the key and move in.
The most common mistake the team at Komandor see new build clients struggle with is budgeting their fitted furniture (kitchens and wardrobes). So they have provided some tips to help with this process.
Read more ...Build your dream cabin with Beaver Log Cabins
Thu, May 12, 2022
Beaver Log Cabins offers an unrivalled range of Dutch and German quality log houses. The company specialises in building for commercial and residential purposes. You can browse on the website to see the range of log cabin houses, gazebos, garden rooms, and more.
Read more ...Discover your child’s potential with Kumon maths or English
Thu, May 12, 2022
Kumon maths and English programmes are completely individualised, year round programmes which offer the possibility of using the summer months productively. Students who study for approximately 20 minutes daily develop according to their individual abilities and find themselves, over time, advancing steadily, often far beyond their age.
Read more ...GRETB apprenticeship open evening event
Thu, May 12, 2022
Are you considering an apprenticeship as a career? Would you like more information on this rewarding career path? The GRETB Training Centre is hosting an apprenticeship information evening on Thursday, May 19, for parents and students.
The GRETB Apprenticeship Unit will be providing information and talks on apprenticeship career options and also giving tours of the training centre workshops and facilities.
Read more ...NUI Galway to host information session on alternative pathways to study
Thu, May 12, 2022
NUI Galway is hosting a special information session this evening for prospective students eligible for alternative pathways into university. The event will be open to anyone seeking advice on courses available through the Access Centre and for people applying for part-time courses as mature students.
Read more ...NUI Galway launches summer camp for secondary students
Thu, May 12, 2022
NUI Galway, in partnership with the HEA, is launching the Inventioneers summer camp from June 7 to 10 2022. The Inventioneers summer camp is for second level students in transition year and senior cycle who want to solve everyday problems related to sustainability in extraordinary ways.
Read more ...Merlin College accredited as a safe space for LGBTQ+ students in Galway
Thu, May 12, 2022
Merlin College has joined 12 other schools nationwide in being accredited by Belong To as a Safe & Supportive School for LGBTQ+ students. The schools received an award from the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Alison Gilliland, at an event in the Mansion House, Dublin, last week.
Read more ...Nominate your favourite holiday location in Ireland
Thu, May 12, 2022
As the country gears up for what promises to be the first ‘normal’ summer in three years, details of the search for ‘The Best Place to Holiday in Ireland’ 2022 have been announced.
Wherever your favourite holiday destination is on the island of Ireland – be it a town, village, city, island, or distinct region, it has a chance to secure the coveted title of ‘The Best Place to Holiday in Ireland’.
Read more ...Top tips for flying with a baby
Thu, May 12, 2022
Jetting off on holiday is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful, and doubly so if you are travelling with a baby.
Read more ...Discover Dubai this summer with Fahy Travel
Thu, May 12, 2022
With the lifting of all restrictions for fully vaccinated passengers, Dubai and Abu Dhabi are now fully open for tourism.
Read more ...Stock up for summer at Joyce’s Supermarkets
Thu, May 12, 2022
As the long awaited restriction-free summer is fast approaching, Joyce’s Supermarkets has been stocking up on summer essentials to become the one stop destination for holidaymakers to Galway and beyond. The Galway-based independent retailer has introduced a wide range of product lines suitable for all summer occasions, whether you are planning to venture abroad or to stay locally.
Read more ...New health and wellbeing resource launched for older people across Ireland
Thu, May 12, 2022
A free online health and wellbeing programme has been launched to help older people to stay fit and well throughout their retirement.
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