Birthday Mega Sale at G Furniture & Carpets ends this Saturday

Thu, May 28, 2026

G Furniture & Carpets is celebrating 16 incredible years in business with its biggest Birthday Mega Sale yet, and customers have just days left to take advantage before the sale officially ends this Saturday.

Older people fight for free shingles vaccine

Thu, May 28, 2026

Gerri Gavin’s first cousin was staying with her in Galway for the New Year when she first began to feel unwell.

Managing chronic pain with Traditional Chinese Medical acupuncture and manipulation

Thu, May 28, 2026

Chronic pain is pain that lasts longer than three months or continues after an injury has healed. Unlike short-term pain, it no longer serves a protective purpose and can become a long-term health condition. The pain may be constant or intermittent, ranging from mild discomfort to severe pain that limits daily activities. Over time, chronic pain can interfere with sleep, mood, concentration, work performance, and overall quality of life.

Common causes of chronic pain include arthritis, long-term back or neck disorders, nerve damage, headaches, and past injuries. In some cases, even after tissues have healed, the nervous system continues to send pain signals. Symptoms may include persistent aching, burning or tingling sensations, stiffness, muscle tightness, swelling, fatigue, poor sleep, and reduced mobility. Emotional challenges such as stress, anxiety, and depression are also common and can intensify the perception of pain.

Scoil Éinde reflects on a fun-filled and busy school year

Thu, May 28, 2026

As Scoil Éinde enters the final month of the academic year, it is an opportune time to reflect on the many achievements, celebrations and successes of the past year.

Same day dry cleaning at O’Connors Dry Cleaners

Thu, May 28, 2026

O’Connor Dry Cleaners and launderette located at Tesco Shopping Centre, Knocknacarra is the one-stop shop for all your fabric cleaning needs, offering same day dry cleaning, laundering, and ironing service six days a week.

O’Connors also specialises in cleaning wedding dresses and evening wear. To make drop off and pick up more convenient, O’Connors Drycleaners is open from 8am to 7pm Monday to Friday and open 8am to 6pm on Saturdays with free parking.

Body confidence redefined at HD Hair & Body

Thu, May 28, 2026

For those looking to refine and enhance their body shape with precision, HD Hair & Body is offering advanced body contouring treatments designed to deliver natural-looking, confidence-boosting results.

Expert pelvic health support in Knocknacarra

Thu, May 28, 2026

Are you living with bladder urgency, pelvic pain or a weak pelvic floor? Help is available at Rusheen Physiotherapy. Their pelvic health physiotherapy service is led by clinic director Helen McLoughlin, a specialised pelvic health Chartered Physiotherapist.

How to manage the run-in to the Leaving Cert

Thu, May 21, 2026

For most Leaving Cert students, school days are now over, and the stark reality of sitting English Paper 1 at 9.30am on Wednesday, June 3 is staring you in the face.

Celebrating apprenticeship success in Galway and Roscommon

Thu, May 21, 2026

In 2025, 267 apprentices graduated across Galway and Roscommon. On Thursday, May 14, Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) was delighted to host 120 of these apprentices to officially mark their graduation.

'Be Inspired This Summer' competition for Galway Primary Schools launched

Thu, May 21, 2026

A new Galway-based initiative for primary schools called the 'Be Inspired This Summer' competition was launched on Monday, May 18 by Mary Ann Fleming, Director of Penn Engineering Europe.

Primary school classes from across the county of Galway are asked to showcase their creativity, empathy, and community spirit for a chance to win a 'phone-free' day of celebration. Supported by PEM - Penn Engineering Galway, the competition aims to reconnect students with their local environment, folklore, and physical well-being. The initiative emphasises STEM learning and active play over social media engagement.

GRCC continues successful QR sticker campaign ahead of busy summer season

Thu, May 21, 2026

Galway Rape Crisis Centre (GRCC) staff are once again out and about across Galway city as part of their highly successful QR sticker campaign, helping ensure both locals and visitors can easily access information on vital support services during the busy summer season.

Some past Galway by-elections

Thu, May 21, 2026

There have been four by-elections in the Galway West constituency since the foundation of the State. They took place on June 19, 1935; August 8, 1936; May 30,1940 and March 4, 1975.

Keane backs calls for urgent progress on new school for ‘The Bish’ in Dangan

Thu, May 21, 2026

Fianna Fáil Galway West by-election candidate, Cllr Cillian Keane, has backed calls from the St. Joseph’s Patrician College ‘The Bish’ school community for urgent progress on its long-awaited new school building project.

Gardeners warned not to import plants from outside EU

Thu, May 21, 2026

The #Plant Health4Life campaign, led by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Commission (EC), and supported in Ireland by the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine, has launched, warning the public that everyday actions — from bringing plants home from holidays to buying online — could put plant health, food supply and biodiversity at risk.

Paint like a pro: How to add colour to your garden with a painted fence

Thu, May 21, 2026

A painted fence can make all the difference to your garden. Whether you love natural wood tones or something a bit bolder, we’ll show you how to get a flawless finish. Read on for a handy step-by-step guide on how to give your fence a facelift.

SEAI urges Galway homeowners to start their home energy upgrade journey over the summer months

Thu, May 21, 2026

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is encouraging Galway homeowners to upgrade their homes to make them more comfortable, healthier and less costly to run.

Neuromed Clinic opens in Galway

Thu, May 21, 2026

Neuromed Clinic has officially opened its doors at Unit 17, Sandyford Business Centre, Bohermore, Galway, marking a significant addition to mental health and wellness services in the west of Ireland. The clinic brings together a team of psychiatrists, therapists, coaches, occupational therapists and wellness practitioners to deliver truly personalised, evidence-based care for adults, as well as specialist ADHD assessment and treatment for children and adolescents aged nine to 17.

The wound that refuses to close: What else can be done?

Thu, May 21, 2026

When a wound lingers for weeks or months despite careful treatment, it can be frustrating and disheartening. Chronic wounds are estimated to affect one to two per cent of the population, and some people are even told there are no further treatment options.

A wound is generally considered chronic if it has not shown meaningful signs of healing within four weeks of standard care. This can happen for several reasons, but one important cause is a lack of oxygen at the wound site.

Lose two stone – and keep it off

Thu, May 21, 2026

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, this weight loss programme can transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

It controls the results from your diet and exercise. It doesn’t matter how good you are with your food and exercise, metabolism faults severely limit your results and cause the stubborn fat on your stomach, hips, thighs and back of arms. A good metabolism means you can lose up to 3lb of real fat each week – almost 1 stone per month.

Street Feast returns this May to help Ireland reconnect

Thu, May 21, 2026

Street Feast returns this May to help neighbours across Galway connect. Neighbourhoods across the country are being invited to pull up a chair, share some?food?and say hello during Ireland’s national weekend of community lunches and gatherings, taking place this Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24.

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