Elevate Your Routine: The Importance of Skincare

Mon, Jan 06, 2025

Your skin is the first thing people see when they look at you, however, is rarely treated as such. Dull skin, breakouts or fine lines, a good skincare routine can solve it all. Waking up to healthy, hydrated skin, isn’t just a pipe dream. It’s actually a very achievable goal, with the correct products and tools in your routine.

Claregalway Educate Together NS is county winner in Someone Like Me national art competition

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Claregalway Educate Together National School has been named Junior and Senior County Winner of the prestigious national art competition, Someone Like Me. The achievement secures the school a place at the national awards ceremony to be held at Dublin City Hall on Tuesday January 28, where they will join 50 other schools to compete for the much sought-after national senior and junior titles.

A New Year: the perfect time to enhance your education and skills

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

The beginning of a new year is a time of optimism, resolutions, and fresh starts. It is the ideal moment to reflect on your personal and professional aspirations and to consider enrolling in a course that can help you achieve them. Whether you’re aiming to advance in your career, pivot to a new field, or simply pursue a passion, the start of the year offers unique motivation to take action.

University of Galway to hold information event for mature students and adult learners

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

University of Galway’s Access Centre is hosting its annual information evening this month, focusing on the needs of mature students and adult learners who may be considering full-time or part-time studies.

Enjoy great deals on January bookings for summer 2025

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

It's January sales time, and the travel business is no different.

TUI Holidays kicks off the booking season with up to €250 off summer bookings (minimum spend €2,500), while Marella Cruise lines is offering €200 off per booking with no minimum spend.

2025 is the year for endless holidays

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

It’s the time of year when The Holiday is playing across countless television screens across Ireland, but did you know that house swapping originates back to the 1950s when a group of teachers set up the first home swapping business?

HYDE Bar sets the stage as the ultimate party spot for 2025

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Get ready, Galway, HYDE Bar is turning up the heat in 2025 with a sensational lineup of Disco Brunches and unforgettable Friday nights, making it the ultimate party destination.

An Púcán launches Bottomless Guinness Brunch this January

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

An Púcán, one of Galway’s best known venues, is kicking off 2025 with an exciting new offering – the Bottomless Guinness Brunch. Perfect for those looking to brighten up their weekends this January, this unique brunch experience combines great food, flowing Guinness, and unbeatable craic.

Taking place every Saturday and Sunday throughout January from 12pm to 4pm, guests can enjoy bottomless pints of Guinness alongside a hearty serving of blaa and wedges for just €35 per person.

The benefits of Tai Chi

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Do you know someone who needs help with stress, anxiety, sleep or has back pain or arthritis?

Embrace hyperbaric oxygenation for a healthier New Year

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Make a resolution to prioritise your health this New Year by exploring the transformative benefits of hyperbaric oxygenation. Investing in your wellbeing can yield incredible dividends, and hyperbaric oxygenation offers many known and proven benefits to elevate your health.

HBOT presents a gateway to a healthier you, offering a range of benefits that encompass reducing pain and inflammation, fortifying the immune system, promoting better sleep, enhancing energy levels, and rejuvenating skin health, among others. This non-invasive treatment harnesses the power of oxygen to invigorate your body’s natural healing mechanisms, fostering overall wellness.

Kickstart your year and lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

System 10 is very different to other weight loss programmes. It is about amazing weight loss done the right way. System 10 focuses on real fat burning by fixing your metabolism [mostly hormone imbalances]. Fixing your metabolism and burning real fat will give you your best weight loss ever.

The key benefits of fixing your metabolism while losing weight are:

Get cosy in 2025 as interiors move towards luxe and homely vibes

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

EZ Living Furniture’s interior’s expert, Ola Jordan, shares her expert insights around what colours, fabrics and looks are going to wow in 2025.

Unleash your New Year's potential — join The Ardilaun Leisure Club

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

The New Year has arrived, and with it comes a renewed sense of purpose. Maybe you've set resolutions to prioritise your health and wellbeing, discover new passions, or simply carve out "me" time. But where do you begin? Look no further than The Ardilaun Leisure Club, your one-stop shop for a healthier, happier you in 2025.

'Set realistic New Year’s resolutions' — mental health charity

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Turn2Me, a national mental health charity, is encouraging people to “set realistic New Year’s resolutions” to avoid disappointment, and to consider starting something new instead of giving something up.

MacDonnells of Williamsgate Street

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

In 1904, MJ MacDonnell, Confectioner, announced the fact in the local papers, that he had just opened a TEA ROOM at Number 8, Wiilliamsgate Street where ladies and gentlemen ‘can have freshly made tea and cakes – all cakes made freshly on the premises with the purest ingredients only. Seed, Plum, Rich Plum, Madeira, Citron, Cherry, Sultana, Genoese, Pastry etc. White and Brown scones, Cream scones and Crumpets always in stock. Ice Creams in 24 hours’.

Public warned to protect themselves against flu as rising cases put pressure on hospitals

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

HSE West and North West is asking people to protect themselves and those most vulnerable this week as flu cases continue to rise in the community.

Galway woman transforms her life after 10 stone weight loss by making simple lifestyle changes

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Dearbhail Rodgers shares how she went from never wanting to be photographed and dreading social occasions to gaining a new lease of life after losing 10 stone with Slimming World. This December, she celebrated three years as a target member, and the confidence and happiness she has gained is undeniable.

Galway academic appointed head of Department of Language and Literacy at Mary Immaculate College

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Dr Neasa Ní Chuaig has been appointed as the new head of the Department of Language and Literacy Education at Mary Immaculate College (MIC), bringing a wealth of experience to her new role.

Simple ways to improve your life in 2025

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

1. Listen more. Listening is one of the most important communication skills, yet many of us are guilty of underestimating its power or devaluing it. Listening is crucial not only in building strong and effective relationships but in enhancing problem solving skills, boosting confidence, and avoiding miscommunication.

Seaghan Ua Neachtain

Thu, Dec 26, 2024

This iconic building dates from the late 16th or early 17th century. It has two-bay elevations on two streets, a beautiful three light oriel window with mullions and a transom in at the back. It also has a slight buttress or batter at the base of the outer wall, as has the building now occupied by Evergreen at the top of High Street. The premises has a long and interesting history.

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