MGQ - many believed she would have been an ideal Taoiseach

Thu, May 22, 2014

I am probably the worst kind of voter that the enthusiastic canvassers could meet. I do not vote for a party, but for a personality, or for a candidate whom I feel will do a good job. I admire politicians. I know that ninety-nine per cent of them are motivated by public service, and genuinely believe that they can effect change. Some of them actually succeed in bringing about change; but it is a long, hard slog.

From humble beginnings to a digital school of distinction

Thu, May 22, 2014

In 1961, Seán Keane, a parent of a child with an intellectual disability, wrote a letter to the Connacht Tribune. He was looking for what all parents want for their children, a chance for them to achieve their full potential whether they be disabled or not. He got no response, so two months later he wrote again, this time a reply to his own letter. The National Association of Mentally Handicapped in Ireland had just been established, it saw the letter and it asked the local Irish National Teachers Organisation in the shape of Mick Raftery and Mícheál McSweeney to call a meeting.

Ultimate Body event at Therapie

Thu, May 22, 2014

Therapie Clinic will host an Ultimate Body event in its William Street clinic on Thursday May 29 from 4pm to 9pm.

Irritable bowel syndrome relief with Care Cure Acupuncture

Thu, May 22, 2014

IBS can be debilitating, to say the least, with symptoms ranging from cramping to nausea, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, and fatigue.

‘For every illness, a herb grows nearby’

Thu, May 22, 2014

The Rub is an old herbal remedy that was in Dorrie Killeen’s grandmother’s family for generations. Dorrie’s grandmother used to say, “For every illness, a herb grows nearby.”

New to Health and Herbs: The Excalibur 9 tray dehydrator

Thu, May 22, 2014

A food dehydrator delivers the vast majority of foods with the same vitamins and minerals as their fresh counterparts, in a remarkable array of concentrated flavours, nutrients, and enzymes.

Family friendly fish at Galway Bay Seafoods

Thu, May 22, 2014

We are very lucky here in Galway to have great food outlets to choose from, from bakers and butchers to grocery and deli. These small, independent, stores are very well supported and loved by the discerning Galway shopper.

Sundays and Tuesdays are summer sharing evenings at dela

Thu, May 22, 2014

The past year has seen dela going from strength to strength, with accolades from Lucinda O’Sullivan and the McKenna Guides of particular note.

Great choice of tiles, wood flooring, bathrooms, and more at Right Price Tiles

Thu, May 22, 2014

Right Price Tiles, Oranmore, is a franchise operation and has been in business since May 2001. It is located in the Oranmore Business Park, behind the Maldron Hotel just off the Oranmore Roundabout.

Get your bake on

Thu, May 22, 2014

With TV3’s Great Irish Bake Off back on our screens, now is a great time to indulge in some home cooking. Whether you are an amateur or a seasoned pro with a mixer, the Kilkenny Shop has the perfect range of baking accessories to showcase your culinary talents in style, available from Kilkenny stores nationwide or online at kilkennyshop.com.

Education is exciting, but probably better to leave the Minister at home

Thu, May 15, 2014

Ms Avril Forrest took her first religion class in the Jes when the school chaplain Fr Derek Cassidy was on sick leave. Famine in Africa, and how the West should respond, was the issue of the day. The class unanimously insisted that the Vatican should sell all its assets, and give the money to relieve world hunger.

Bunscoil students in the Jes, 1963

Thu, May 15, 2014

In 1962, the Jesuit community in Sea Road celebrated the centenary of their school, and the following year they celebrated the centenary of the Church of St Ignatius. Eamon de Valera, who was president of Ireland at the time, attended the church celebrations, and our photograph today shows some of the students of the bunscoil applauding his arrival.

Top of the pops

Thu, May 15, 2014

“And, most dear actors, eat no onions or garlic, for we are to utter sweet breath; and I do not doubt but to hear them say, it is a sweet comedy.” — William Shakespeare, A Midsummer’s Night's Dream.

Simple steps for looking after your smile from Roscam Family Dental Practice

Thu, May 15, 2014

At Roscam Family Dental Practice Dr Neysan Chah believes that prevention is one of the best cures and that you are never too young (or old) to start caring for your smile. With that in mind here are three simple steps to help keep your smile looking its best.

1. Regular dental check-ups and cleanings: A dental check-up is so much more than just an examination since regular dental check-ups and cleanings play such an important role in maintaining healthy teeth and gums. They also provide a valuable opportunity to discuss any questions or concerns that you may have regarding your dental health with your dentist.

Dr Eva Orsmond — a leading expert in weight loss and nutrition

Thu, May 15, 2014

Dr Eva Orsmond is a medical doctor from Finland who came to live in Ireland approximately 12 years ago. She founded Orsmond Clinics in 2001 to pursue her interest in weight loss and nutrition and she is now a leading expert in her field.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, May 15, 2014

There are three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan — diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect — one will not work without the other.

Garden seats with a difference

Thu, May 15, 2014

Brighten up your garden and create a shelter from summer showers with a covered swing, perfect for relaxing or playing outdoors.

How parents can give exam students a helping hand

Thu, May 15, 2014

1. Show interest. Be involved in a practical way by knowing what exams they have on particular days, the times these take place, their favourite subjects and the ones with which they struggle. Give plenty of support and be available if they want to talk about their concerns or fears.

‘I’ve been waiting five years for this moment’

Thu, May 08, 2014

Seán Duignan, the Irish journalist, newsreader, and political aide and writer, recalls that his time at the Jes, the longest established school in Galway, was generally happy. It was an all-male school then, and had a rowing team that did the school proud.

The Devon park under-14 team, 1967

Thu, May 08, 2014

The great strength of the Gaelic Athletic Association is that it has spread into virtually every street and small village in the country. Having players and supporters all over Ireland has made this organisation one of the most popular and one of the most powerful in the land.

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