Flavour bomb your burger for a delicious summer barbecue

Thu, Aug 05, 2021

While we can all agree that a delicious cheeseburger is one of life’s simplest pleasures, it cannot be denied that a fabulous flavour bomb of cleverly paired ingredients can totally transform your barbecue.

Essential tips for your dream living room design

Thu, Aug 05, 2021

Living rooms are often one of the trickiest in the home to design, because they are usually the room that multi-tasks the most.

Survey highlights concern over long-term impact of pandemic and school closures on children

Thu, Aug 05, 2021

Survey responses in the latest Barnardos annual Back to School Survey have shown that, while children are largely looking forward to returning to school in September, the majority of parents have concerns about their children’s educational, emotional, and social development.

In addition, the survey results from 1,473 parents and 121 children and young people, which took place during June and July 2021, highlight the level of adversity families faced over the past 12 months, including increased mental health issues, financial concerns, isolation, and lack of social support.

Gardenwise | In Praise of Bigger Borders

Thu, Aug 05, 2021

If there is one thing I would love gardeners to consider more often, it’s the need to be generous with your borders.

Taaffe's of William Street

Wed, Aug 04, 2021

John J Taaffe and his wife Henrietta came to Galway in the mid-1920s from Co Cork. He had been associated with Bantry Woolen Mills which unfortunately went out of business when the factory was burnt down during the War of Independence. With his background in the textiles business, it was probably natural for John to set up a drapery shop at Number 12 William Street. As you can see from the beautiful Gaelic script on the façade, he was a fan of the Irish language. He and Henrietta had five children, Joseph, Eddie, Netta, Una, and Flo.

A hero’s welcome in New York for first Galway Line ship

Wed, Aug 04, 2021

The unfortunate collision of the Indian Empire into the well marked Margaretta Rock in the middle of Galway Bay was a blow to the newly established Galway Line. But by no means was it a knockout. Galway’s vaulting ambition to open a new ‘highway between the old and new worlds’ took on an even more determined energy. The exploitation of steam-power, driving ever bigger ships and faster trains, led to wild speculation as to what could be achieved even from Galway, in the middle of the 19th century.

Two do's and three don'ts to keep your back healthy

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

We all know it is important to maintain good back health by doing things that help strengthen it and avoid the things that cause harm... this is just common sense. The problem for most of us is that we don't know what are the things we need to avoid and what are some simple things we can do to prevent back problems from occurring in the first place.

Insulate your home with Government grants available

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Galway company West Coast Insulation is advising homeowners to take advantage of the Government grants and insulate before the cooler months set in. John Folan from West Coast Insulation advised: “Insulation grants are still in place for homeowners who decide to upgrade their insulation. Insulated homes will save heat and money for many years to come. Good quality insulation keeps the house warm in winter and also keep the heat out in the summer – meaning the house will be a more comfortable temperature all year round.”

Finding it impawsable to plan a pup-friendly staycation?

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

In 2020, the number of people looking to adopt a dog increased by an unprecedented 134%. While the ‘Puppy Pandemic’ has brought joy to homes across the country, pets do pose some problems for staycationers who wish to take their new best friend on a tour of the Irish countryside.

New Holiday Inn Dublin Airport hotel

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

JMK Group has announced the official opening of the new Holiday Inn Dublin Airport, Ireland in partnership with leading hotel group, IHG Hotels & Resorts. Only a 10 minute drive or free shuttle from Dublin Airport T1 and T2 and a 15 minute drive to Dublin city centre - the hotel is a great choice for those looking for a place to stay for a layover or to spend a night before an early flight.

Enjoy an authentic taste of Asia from Spiced Barna and Salthill

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Spiced, the popular Barna restaurant now also open in Salthill, offers delicious authentic Asian dishes bringing together the best culinary traditions from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

Wine of the week – El Borde Monastrell 2018

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Check out Joyce’s new and exclusive wine range from Spain and Portugal selected by Masters of Wine student Antonia Dominguez from Antonia’s Wines.

NUI Galway Access Programme offers alternative pathway to third level education

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

NUI Galway’s Access Programmes, which have been supporting students from backgrounds traditionally under-represented at third level education for more than 20 years, has announced that applications for this year’s Access Programme for School Leavers opens on August 1.

NUI Galway sweeps the boards at the National Society BICS Awards

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

NUI Galway’s societies were the big winners at this year’s Board of Irish College Societies (BICS) Awards, taking home seven awards. BICS is a national organisation that was founded in 1995 and whose role is to provide a national forum for the societies in Ireland’s universities, colleges, and institutes of education.

Education Minister confirms full reopening of schools this autumn

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Minister for Education, Norma Foley TD, confirmed this week that plans are in place to support the full reopening of schools in time for the start of the new school year at the end of August/start of September 2021.

The Department of Education stated: "As has been the case throughout the pandemic, the reopening will be carried out in close consultation with Public Health and the education partners.

Painting by Numbers: a clever activity to occupy your kids during rainy days.

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Are you looking for fun projects to do with your child this summer? Dare to Paint Ireland has your summer rainy day sorted with Paint by Numbers kits, ready to occupy children of any ages group. Dare to Paint has a wide range of designs option to choose from - over 1000, so your kiddos can be sure to find something they like. There are so many incredible benefits of painting for children which makes this art form so much more than just colourful fun for kids.

Did a midsummer murder silence a guilty pilot?

Wed, Jul 28, 2021

In June 1858 Galway town was in a fever of wild speculation and excitement. Its vision for a magnificent transatlantic port off Furbo, reaching deep into Galway Bay, where passengers from Britain, and throughout the island of Ireland, would be brought to their emigration ship in the comfort of a train, now faced being scuppered by the apparent criminal intent of the two local pilots.

'Only a rale good horse can win it'

Wed, Jul 28, 2021

That was the answer the journalist PD Mehigan got when he asked a breeder to explain the magic of the Galway Plate some 80 years ago. An examination of the records bore out that theory for him - no bad horse, or middling horse, has ever won the Galway Plate.

How To Make The Most Out Of A Motorhome Road Trip In Ireland

Tue, Jul 27, 2021

Whether you are road tripping in your motorhome or looking for an experience to remember, it is important to find the perfect destinations to fulfil the excitement of your trip. From beautiful greenery landscapes to rich culture, what better place to visit other than Ireland and its iconic destinations to complete your road trip of a lifetime. With some of the best places and scenery to kick back, relax, and make memories to last forever, here are some of the best hotspots for your perfect Ireland road trip.

NUIG law postgrads create school teaching resources on Ireland’s institutional abuses

Thu, Jul 22, 2021

Postgraduate law students at the Irish Centre for Human Rights at NUI Galway, have this week published secondary school teaching materials on institutional abuses in Ireland.

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