Some Galway Foundry staff

Thu, Feb 06, 2020

At the beginning of the last century, Beatty Brothers had a foundry in Mill Street. In 1913, they advertised ‘a desire to announce that their factory was fitted with a first-rate plant for the manufacture of spades and shovels. Tons of them were sold last season’.

It is time the west had better health care

Thu, Feb 06, 2020

Galway politicians have it easy. I have been told that when each and everyone of them kneels down beside their bed at night to say their prayers, they thank God that Galway has two major hospitals. For all their faults, Galway University Hospitals, comprising University Hospital Galway (UHG), and Merlin Park (MPUH), provide a comprehensive range of services, from serious injury to cancer care, serving a catchment area in the region of one million people along the west from Donegal to Tipperary North.

Three EZ tips to improve the feng shui of your home

Thu, Feb 06, 2020

Feng shui, also known as Chinese geomancy, is a traditional practice originating in ancient China that aims to ensure that people live in harmony with their surroundings. Although we might not have full control over all of our surroundings, we do have full control over the furniture we choose to surround ourselves with. Below, EZ Living Furniture has put together some simple tips on how to arrange objects, space, and décor in order to achieve more harmony and balance in your life. Here are three EZ tips to get you started.

Are you building or renovating? Then it is time to contact Dalgan Windows

Thu, Feb 06, 2020

Dalgan Windows is a family run business manufacturing and installing windows and doors to an international quality standard. The company, which is based in Shrule, Co Galway, is one of the leading suppliers of windows and doors in the country.

The Dalgan Windows product range includes windows and doors in a choice of timber, uPVC, and aluminium. Dalgan Windows also specialises in commercial fabrication and installations.

Discover a little piece of paradise in the Maldives with Fahy Travel

Thu, Feb 06, 2020

The Maldives are picture perfect island resorts in the Indian Ocean, offering the ultimate luxury beach escape for an extra special honeymoon, couples, or families.

Each resort is reached by speedboat, sea plane, or a larger aircraft for the southernmost islands. Flying time from Ireland is approximately 14 hours with a stop in Dubai/Abu Dhabi ideal for a two-centre holiday.

Your dream wedding in Spain at Sunset Beach Club

Thu, Feb 06, 2020

If you are dreaming of a romantic celebration on the shores of the Spanish Mediterranean, Sunset Beach Club may be the venue for you. This Irish owned resort hotel boasts a spectacular seafront location, and a dedicated weddings department to ensure that everything runs smoothly from start to finish. Furthermore, the complete wedding packages include every little detail, and will be overseen by your personal planner, to leave you free to enjoy every minute of your special day.

Spend this St Valentine's Day with your loved one at Fat Freddy's

Wed, Feb 05, 2020

When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, it's Fat Freddy's. Yes Valentine's Day is on the horizon and couples are looking for something special to do for their loved one this February 14 - answer - a candlelit dinner at Fat Freddy's Restaurant.

Wedding trends for 2020

Wed, Feb 05, 2020

So your other half has got down on one knee and made you the happiest person in the world. But now it is time for the real excitement to start - the wedding planning. All couples want their big day to be special but it is without doubt an event that takes lots of planning. Here are some of our top tips on how to mark what should be one of the most enjoyable and memorable days of your life for 2020.

Beyond Veganuary — what happens next?

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

For some, the idea of doing Veganaury was the beginning of a new lifestyle and the perfect feel-good start to 2020. However it may have become more difficult than first thought, some would have fallen at the first hurdle in the opening week in January, or at the first visit to a restaurant. So, as Veganaury ends for another year, what happens next?

For those who struggled in January, the transition may have been too much too soon. If you cannot go full vegan straight away but still want to embrace the vegan lifestyle, how about taking a softer approach? Some people find relying on vegan alternatives and convenience foods very helpful in easing the transition to veganism. At Evergreen we stock plenty of vegan friendly food and supplements to help you on your way.

Don’t let unwanted facial hair ruin your confidence

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Unwanted facial hair is a major concern for women of all ages and the idea of never having to wax, pluck, shave, thread, or bleach ever again is extremely enticing. This has caused many women to seek laser hair removal in the hope of saying goodbye to their unwanted hair.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

There are three keys to a successful weight loss plan – 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.

Pelvic physiotherapy can really help menopause symptoms

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

We all know the dreadful feeling of sneezing or coughing suddenly while having coffee with friends or while out shopping, and how humiliating and embarrassing it is to be caught short and leak urine. Imagine the awful feeling with an overwhelming urge to empty your bladder and not making it to the bathroom on time. Worse still is the fear of faecal incontinence.

Mindset and Manifest workshop in support of Rosabel’s Rooms

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

TV stars Jenny Buckley and Andrea Hayes will be joined by Dr Niamh Flynn to host a one-day intensive confidence and success workshop in the Galway Clinic this Saturday, February 1. On the day these businesswomen will share how they have claimed personal power, created positive changes, and applied these skills to help their careers.

This event is hosted in support of Rosabel's Rooms, a child loss project established with The Irish Hospice Foundation in memory of Gary and Suzanne Monroe's daughter, Rosabel, who passed away tragically in 2017.

The secret is in the silk

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Have you heard of the anti-ageing beauty benefits of a 100 per cent mulberry silk pillowcase? Cotton pillowcases can often ‘grab’ the skin, resulting in the formation of lines and creases. Silk, on the other hand, due to its soft surface means there is little to no friction when our heads move on the pillow. This can reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles and potentially lessen the formation of further ones.

An event for budget-conscious brides

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Shopping for your wedding dress is a very special experience. Filled with emotion, it can seem overwhelming trying to find the perfect gown. These days, you don't have to spend a lot of money to look amazing on your wedding day. Budget-conscious brides on the hunt for stylish but affordable wedding dresses are in for a real treat with the Agnes Bridal 2020 Collection, exclusive to Belladonna Bridal.

CAO application deadline this weekend

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

The CAO is urging students who have not yet completed their application to do so immediately, particularly mature applicants, applicants for the HEAR or DARE schemes, or those who are thinking about applying for a restricted course.

The application deadline for undergraduate courses in Irish higher education institutions is Saturday, February 1, at 5.15pm.

TEFL courses at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, a Department of Education recognised training institute now in its 33rd year of business, is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition, EAQUALS, Quality English, ACELS/QQI and FETAC accreditation.

The school offers part-time English language classes from just €36 per week.

Accredited one-year business and executive coach training programme

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

The next Coach Institute of Ireland one-year business and executive coach training programme will begin in Galway on Thursday and Friday, April 2 and 3. The programme will be facilitated two full days a month from April to December, with a break for July and August.

Graduate success is a perogative at the International School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Katie Robinson has managed the International School of Make-up Artistry for the past 14 years and has always been proud of the accomplishments of the school's graduates in the industry. The school will hold an open day on Saturday February 8 from 11am to 1pm, offering prospective students a chance to meet the tutors and watch a make-up demonstration.

Train with CNM for a new career in nutrition

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Retraining as a naturopathic nutritional therapist can open the door to a rewarding career helping yourself and others to better health. You can study for the diploma course in naturopathic nutrition part-time at the College of Naturopathic Medicine in Galway, Dublin, or Cork, and also online.

What makes CNM different is its naturopathic approach, which combines evidence-based research with traditional wisdom to support the body in regaining balance and achieving health.

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