The importance of strides

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

Strides – or accelerations – are a staple of almost every high school, university, and professional running team. Whether you are an 800m specialist, cross country runner, or an aspiring marathoner, strides are a fundamental building block of speed and coordination.

Feeding the birds during winter months is good for people, too

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

A new Irish company is on a mission to raise happiness levels in Galway by encouraging householders to feed birds the right type of food to ensure they survive winter.

Bacon and mushroom risotto

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

This tasty risotto, courtesy of Bord Bia, is perfect for a midweek meal. It is also a great recipe for trying out flavoured oil. Lemon works really well, but you could also use garlic or chilli.

Pork with bacon, paprika, and butter beans

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

This traditional Spanish combination of pork and paprika gives a dish rich in flavour and colour.

Five thermogenic foods to help you beat the Irish winter

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

As winter arrives, we are all looking for ways to keep warm, but have you considered the food you are eating? Thermogenic food is thought to keep you feeling cosy, and here the catering equipment supplier Alliance Online Ireland has rounded up some foods that can help keep you warm.

Galway producer to feature as Grow with Aldi goes festive

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

For the second year running, the Grow with Aldi programme has gone festive as Aldi gives local suppliers and producers from all over Ireland the opportunity to sell their products in Aldi stores at Christmas time, through the Grow with Aldi Festive programme.

One in two Irish people living abroad are thinking of coming home for Christmas

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

One in two Irish people living abroad are considering coming back to Ireland for Christmas, according to a new survey from FRS Recruitment. This is up from the 3 out of 10 who said they were planning to travel at this time last year.

Those living in the UK or in the Middle East are the most likely to return home in December, with 64% saying they are considering the trip. This was followed by those living in other parts of Europe (57%), while only 42% of those in the US or Canada are likely to travel and on 31% of the Irish abroad living in Australia/ New Zealand.

Aran Island Ferries wins Best Irish Experience

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

Aran Island Ferries was awarded ‘BEST IRISH EXPERIENCE’ 2021 by travel2ireland and the Irish Travel Trade Network this week.

Homecare Medical - Christmas gifts with a difference

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Homecare Medical has launched its 2021 Christmas catalogue, a 16-page gift guide featuring a wide range of products that will make thoughtful gifts for family and friends - gifts that can make a genuine difference to their quality of life.

Rí na Mara - Irish Seaweed Cosmetics at Galway Christmas Market

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Rí na Mara, the family-owned, An Spidéal based cosmetic company, has a cabin at the Christmas market this year.

Designs of Ireland - no place quite like it

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Designs of Ireland located at No 2 Cross Street, is a family owned business operated by Julie, who handpicks every item.

St Nicholas' Parochial School now enrolling

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

St Nicholas’ Parochial Primary School is now taking enrolments for the 2022 – 2023 academic year. St Nicholas’ Parochial School is a co-educational, multi-denominational, child-centred school with a long tradition of serving the youth of Galway. It is centrally located in Woodquay (beside the Town Hall Theatre) and due to the central location of St Nicholas’ Parochial School, the pupils have the opportunity to attend many different educational events held in Galway’s many cultural hubs. Even in the current environment, the school can still make the most of the surroundings by going for walks in the local parks, by the River Corrib, and taking classes outdoors.

The school has a low pupil-teacher ratio with large, spacious, classrooms. The school aims to create a safe and secure learning environment where the children feel valued and happy. Children are offered support and opportunities to develop life skills that will help them to engage with further education and personal development throughout their lives. They are encouraged to try as many activities as possible and to make the most of their many talents.

Pelvic floor muscle training for Movember: a men’s health solution

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Aoife Ni Eochaidh is a multi-award-winning chartered physiotherapist and clinical specialist in women’s and men's health and pelvic physiotherapy. Her company is called International Pelvic Physiotherapy Management Ltd (IPPM). It provides a portfolio of services in the pelvic health space. She has created a range of technology-based Movember and men’s health and fitness products. A range is also available for women.

Irish Heart Foundation urges people to know the signs of stroke and Act FAST

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

The Irish Heart Foundation is urging Galway people to know the signs of stroke and to be aware of the vital action to take in the event of witnessing one.

Black November at EZ Living Furniture

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Cyber Monday are the most anticipated shopping days of the year. With this, and customers, in mind, EZ Living Furniture has decided to extend its excellent offers across the entire month of November. Recent supply chain challenges have also compelled the company to expand its sales in order to ensure that all customers have the opportunity to get the items they need and at the prices they want. Enjoy an entire month of amazing Black Friday deals in-store and online.

Grant launches knowledge hub to help answer homeowners heating questions

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Leading heating technology manufacturer Grant has launched a new knowledge hub section on its website, dedicated to giving homeowners easy access to information and advice to help them make informed decisions when choosing heating technologies to best suit their home heating needs.

Fáilte Ireland turns Dublin’s history and heritage into memorable experiences

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Minister Catherine Martin TD and Fáilte Ireland have announced that €1.7 million worth of enhancement work will soon be completed on 10 Dublin visitor attractions which will create new immersive experiences that bring to life stories that have shaped Ireland’s history and culture.

Lally Tours offer for frontline workers

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

The winter has always been a particularly tough time on health services, the colder darker season brings with it the usual illnesses and ailments that put our frontline nurses and doctors under added pressure, this has long been true even before the last 20 months of pandemic battle.

The Browne Doorway

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

According to a Browne family tradition, the first Browne to settle in Ireland was Phillipus de Browne who in 1172 was appointed Governor of Wexford. He had three sons, one of whom, Walter, settled in County Galway, where his posterity still remains. By around the year 1300, the Brownes seemed to have settled in the Athenry area. They were one of the 14 families from the Irish lower classes who rose to become Galway’s prime merchant families, and who famously were known as The Tribes of Galway.

‘The best security for the honour of a wife, is prudence on the part of the husband.’

Thu, Nov 18, 2021

Week III. It took two years since Col Richard Martin’s wife Eliza eloped with John Petrie, a merchant, before the long process of divorce in the 18th century could begin. It promised to be a sensational case given the status of Martin, a larger than life character, one of the largest landowners in Ireland, his reputation as duellist, and his enormous popularity for his gift of mimicry and acting.

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