The Galway Gas Company

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

The Galway Board of the Town Commissioners was established in the early 1830s and one of its first objectives was the provision of gas lighting in the city. In December 1836, the commissioners invited a Mr Lyddle from Glasgow to do a survey of the town and he recommended the establishment of a Galway Gas Company. His advice was taken. Shares were snapped up, an agreement was reached between the company and the town commission, and the Rev D’Arcy was appointed company secretary.

International outcry at Athenia sinking

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Week III
The sinking of the passenger liner SS Athenia on the evening of September 3 1939, off the Rockall Bank, prompted immediate outrage among the Allied and neutral nations. The ship, belonging to the Donaldson line, left Glasgow for Montreal, Canada, via Liverpool and Belfast on September 1. On board were more than 1,100 passengers, including women and children and 311 Americans, fleeing the inevitable war coming in Europe. One hundred and twenty eight passengers and crew were killed, 28 of whom were US citizens. Due to relatively calm seas, the survivors were picked up by passing ships, and brought to various ports including Galway, which I have mentioned recently.

The sinking of the passenger liner SS Athenia on the evening of September 3 1939, off the Rockall Bank, prompted immediate outrage among the Allied and neutral nations. The ship, belonging to the Donaldson line, left Glasgow for Montreal, Canada, via Liverpool and Belfast on September 1. On board were more than 1,100 passengers, including women and children and 311 Americans, fleeing the inevitable war coming in Europe. One hundred and twenty eight passengers and crew were killed, 28 of whom were US citizens. Due to relatively calm seas, the survivors were picked up by passing ships, and brought to various ports including Galway, which I have mentioned recently.

People of the Tribes : Meet Arif

Wed, Feb 22, 2017

"I arrived to Galway from Bangladesh in 2003. I fell in love with the city straight away. More importantly I fell in love with the culture and the integration between the different communities. Galway is an amazing place to call home and I really enjoy working in the retail sector. Seeing my friendly customers makes me smile every day."

Healthwise Health Store Gets New Lease of Life

Wed, Feb 22, 2017

Healthwise Health Store on Lower Abbeygate Street opens its doors next Wednesday March 1st as Honeybee Health Store.

So There I Was; Buenos Aires

Wed, Feb 22, 2017

Looking to visit South America; check out Buenos Aires, says Matt Cassidy.

People of the Tribes: Meet Markus

Tue, Feb 21, 2017

People of the Tribes: Meet Alicia

Tue, Feb 21, 2017

"I came to Ireland just over a year ago and I fell in love with the place. When I left Canada the plan was to stay for two years while travelling Europe. However, with my visa coming to an end soon, I can't imagined living anywhere but Galway. It will break my heart to leave this place as I really see it as home now."

Have you always wanted straight teeth but do not want traditional braces? Clearbraces.ie have the answer!

Fri, Feb 17, 2017

Whether your smile needs some minor adjustments or more extensive work Invisalign clear braces may be the answer to your prayers to get that smile you have always longed for.

Clear your clutter

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

When you walk into your home what does it remind you of? A showhouse or an example of feng shui at its best? If so, well done, take a bow.

Fashion & Beauty round up - Galway bridal beats them all.

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

Galway bridal boutique wins prestigious award
Tracy Bridal, Galway’s longest established bridal boutique has won West of Ireland’s Bridal Boutique of the Year 2017 at the prestigious Irish Weddings Awards held in the Crown Plaza Hotel in Dublin last Sunday night.

GPA Solutions delivering quality QQI accredited payroll courses in Galway

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

GPA Solutions has been delivering QQI business awards in Galway since 2001.

This spring sees the start of its successful payroll skills award and advanced payroll skills award. These courses are ideal for those wishing to gain an introduction to payroll, alternatively those wishing to upskill their existing knowledge.

Get ready for the International School of Make-up’s open day

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

The International School of Make-up will host an open day on Thursday February 23 from 2pm to approximately 4pm.

Fishing for compliments

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

Situated just minutes from the centre of Galway, Salthill is as much a residential satellite suburb for the city as it is a traditional seaside resort.

Heat loss is money loss

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

ECAS Ltd carries out energy analysis services to identify problem areas that are costing home owners money through heat loss.

The thermal imaging survey carries out a detailed look at the building fabric and identifies insulation gaps, insufficiencies, and unevenness of insulation areas that need to be upgraded through a heat loss analysis. It is a totally non-invasive process and involves no physical contact and consequently there is no potential for damage.

Quality furniture at An Siopa Troscan, Moycullen

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

See An Siopa Troscan's full range of quality Irish manufactured suites, where all the suites can be made to order.

Colourfence; the solution to all your fencing problems

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

Colourfence has a permanent low maintenance solution to all your fencing problems

Popularity of dermal health screening growing

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

Patrick Murphy is a medical herbalist trained in electrodermal screening in Murcia, Spain. Patrick was trained by Professor Joaquin Fernandez Alcaraz and is fully accredited in carrying out this popular health screening alternative medicine method.

Irritable bowel relief at Care Cure Acupuncture

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be a debilitating intestinal disorder with symptoms ranging from cramping to flatulence, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, and nausea.

Fix your metabolism and lose two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

Your metabolism is by far the most critical and powerful key to weight loss; that is scientific fact.

Top tips for your brain and memory health

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

By Dr Marilyn Glenville
Dementia, including Alzheimer’s, is one of the world’s most feared conditions and it is not hard to see why.

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