New free or ninety per cent subsidised programmes now open

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

There has never been a better time to invest in yourself by upskilling or reskilling in areas where skills are most needed in the Irish economy by enrolling in one of NUI Galway’s new free or heavily subsidised programmes.

Three new music hubs for Galway's young people

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

From September, children and young people in Galway will have access to three new music hubs – one in Ballinasloe, one in Clifden, and Wellpark Music Hub in Galway city. The new music hubs will offer affordable weekly music lessons to ages six to 18.

Study herbal medicine with The Herbal Academy

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The Herbal Academy runs courses, which allow anybody to expand their knowledge of home herbal remedies and better understand how they enhance health and longevity.

A wholesome and nutritious breakfast is an essential start to the day

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Getting everyone out the door can take over family mornings, but it is vastly important to make time for breakfast. Many parents say they find it difficult to get their children to eat a proper breakfast, but, whatever their age, all the research shows that a nutritious breakfast is an essential way to start the day.

Another glass? Wine not!

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

If you are looking for the perfect wine to enjoy, then check out these new wines that are exclusively available at your local Joyce’s Supermarket.

Eight Galway producers among Blas na hÉireann 2020 finalists

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The team at Blas na hÉireann have been working tirelessly since March to ensure that Blas 2020 goes ahead, maintaining their commitment to celebrating the very best in Irish food and drink. Chairperson Artie Clifford feels that now, more than ever, it is essential to shine a spotlight on the talented producers around the island.

Fashion for Autumn

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Wrap up for autumn
Comfort is a key fashion consideration this autumn/winter. Leather skirts with fitted knit tops, puffy jackets to keep you warm and cosy, and long print dresses to take the effort out of matching an outfit are all winners this season.

Autumn at the French Institute

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The French Institute, established in Galway city for the past 35 years, offers a full range of classes, both online and in-premises. It has a wide array of courses for children (from age four), secondary school students, and adults, both daytime and evenings, starting the week of September 14.

Tame your locks with the right haircut!

Wed, Sep 09, 2020

Your style game can be flawless, your clothes impeccable and your footwear straight from the runway but all of that isn't worth a cent if your hair won't behave.

There was a story told of a mermaid seen at Killala Bay

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Continuing his wry and sardonic observations on the personalities, and the heaving populated life that he encounters on the roads, towns and villages along the way, the young William Makepeace Thackeray continued his journey through Connemara. In 1842 he spent four months on an extensive tour of this island, and later published his observations in the well received Irish Sketch Book to which he added numerous drawings mainly of the people he met. Yet for all his sceptical comments he is genuinely moved by the landscape of Connemara, and writes eloquently on intimate moments.

As his ‘car’ passes through Oughterard he exclaims ‘a more beautiful village can scarcely be seen than this’. He is on his way to stay three days at the Martin estate at Ballynahinch, and to test the legendary trout lakes around it. From there he would visit Roundstone, and Clifden before heading into the mountains of Co Mayo.

A violent night in Galway

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Edward Krumm was 5ft 11in, 26 years old, a bachelor and a member of the Church of England from Middlesex. He was a lorry driver with the Black and Tans and had been in Galway three weeks when he arranged to meet a civilian driver he had come to know in a pub in Abbeygate Street. This man, Christopher Yorke, described Krumm as a “generally reckless fellow who drank a lot”. Krumm was fairly drunk, brandishing a revolver and bragging that he could knock the neck off a bottle at 10 yards' range, and apparently shot at a few bottles in the pub.

Online event to mark centenary of Mulvoy/Quirke deaths in Galway

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Galway Sinn Féin will host an online commemoration via Facebook Live on Tuesday September 8 at 8pm to mark 100 years since the shooting dead of Séamus Quirke and Seán Mulvoy.

Irish company SOMEGA launches liposomal vitamin C for optimum absorption and maximum health benefit

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Cork-based food supplement business SOMEGA has just launched a new food supplement, SOMEGA Liposomal Vitamin C. SOMEGA was co-founded by husband and wife team, Mark Clifford and Dr Paula Gaynor who, between them, have more than 30 years of nutrition and food science expertise. According to Gaynor: “At SOMEGA, we work hard to produce premium food supplements that make a positive difference to people’s lives.”

Online stress control classes start next week

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Stress is a normal reaction to the rapidly changing and uncertain times we are all living in at the moment. If you are feeling a bit more stressed than usual and would like to learn some great ways, free of charge, to deal with common problems like anxiety, depression, panicky feelings, poor sleep, and poor wellbeing, an online stress control class might be the answer.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

The three keys to a genuine weight loss (fat loss) plan are diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off.

Metabolism problems such as slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, and digestive problems such as constipation, IBS, and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do.

There was a story told of a mermaid seen at Killala Bay

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Continuing his wry and sardonic observations on the personalities, and the heaving populated life that he encounters on the roads, towns and villages along the way, the young William Makepeace Thackeray continued his journey through Connemara. In 1842 he spent four months on an extensive tour of this island, and later published his observations in the well received Irish Sketch Book to which he added numerous drawings mainly of the people he met. Yet for all his sceptical comments he is genuinely moved by the landscape of Connemara, and writes eloquently on intimate moments.

Dream storage for your dream home at Komandor

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

The most common mistake the team at Komandor see clients struggle with is budgeting their interiors.

Ten minute sweet treats

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Enjoy a delicious sweet treat in no time with these quick and easy hassle-free dessert recipes.

Bord Bia campaign highlights the health benefits of quality Irish whitefish

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Bord Bia is calling on consumers to try something different with Irish whitefish, with a new campaign brimming with mouth-watering recipes and virtual cook-alongs.

Flavoursome Avoca Asian sesame and peanut noodle salad

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Avoca's Asian sesame and peanut noodle salad is an easy and healthy make-ahead dinner or lunch recipe that the whole family will love.

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