How to paint the exterior of your newly built home

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

We get a lot of queries at Pat McDonnell Paints this time of year, as the weather improves, from customers wanting to paint the exterior of their newly built houses. Painting the exterior of your home not only transforms it but will also help to protect it from weather damage.

A musical breakaway — Patrick Cassidy Summer School and Concert in Mayo this May Bank Holiday Weekend

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

This May Bank Holiday weekend, leading Irish composer, Patrick Cassidy, will be in attendance at the McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris to host a Summer School for orchestral instrumentalists, music students, singers and composition students as well as choral and musical groups.

Set sail from Doolin Pier on the ‘Best Boat Tour and Experience’ for an unforgettable day trip

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

Doolin Ferry Co. ‘Cruise Company of the Year Ireland’, has set sail for the summer season, with their state-of-the-art ferries operating once again from Doolin Pier to the Aran Islands. Passengers can also opt to board a Cliffs of Moher cruise, or the thrilling Seafari experience, which was introduced in 2021.

Great deals for May

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

The holiday season kicks off in May and there are great prices available for those free to take a break at short notice. The Canary Islands are still in high season, and that is where you will find guaranteed sunshine, but you can be very lucky with the weather in the Mediterranean.

Higgins’ Garage

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

In 1912, WP Higgins, working from his base in Athenry, went to Cork city to meet Henry Ford to ask him for the Ford dealership. It marked the start of a great business partnership between a business legend and Higgins' Garage.

The Shawl of Galway Grey

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

The murderous and vengeful events that followed 'Bloody Sunday' 1920 impacted on the town of Clifden in an unexpected way. There was shooting and murder on its streets; and, following a rampage by the Black and Tans, practically half the town was burnt down.

It began in Dublin early on the Sunday morning November 21. Michael Collins' deadly plan to wipe out the so-called Cairo Gang, stooges and spies of Dublin Castle, was ruthlessly put into effect. IRA teams shot dead 13 people and wounded six. One IRA member, Frank Teeling, was captured, but he escaped.

Trading Faces Film School

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

Students love this course! The programme is a practical, hands on course, that allows the actors the opportunity to experience the business of film making from both ‘in front of’ and ‘behind’ the camera.

Acting 4 stage 4 teens

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

Ever wanted to take to the stage, and perform to a live audience.

Exclusive new supper club at the g Hotel

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

A new supper club is set to take place at the five-star g Hotel & Spa, launching on April 27.

Full Irish pizza makes a treat for the senses at Papa Johns

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

Pizzas have always offered the chance for experimentation. Their inviting bases are a blank canvas for the most adventurous of culinary artists. It is not mere coincidence that this dish should have originated in Italy, the home of many of civilisation's great creatives.

I have nothing to wear……

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Can't find anything to wear? It is usually not due to a lack of clothes, but because of the chaotic arrangement in our wardrobes.

Ivor's is a one-stop shop for garden machinery and more

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

With more than 45 years' experience, Ivor's family-run business is the longest established lawnmower, motorcycle, and outboard engine business in Galway.

‘Rethink the sink’ this Easter

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

This Easter, Clean Coasts in partnership with Irish Water is partnering with JP McMahon to ask the people of Galway to ‘rethink the sink’ and never pour fats, oils, and greases (FOGs) from the Easter roast down the sink. Instead, collect FOGs into a heatproof container (egg cartons, tins and jars are egg-cellent choices), allow them to cool, and empty into the bin.

Give your garden a new look with Colourfence

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Have you spent a lot of time in your garden recently? Is it in need of a facelift?

Being a loser makes Cherie a winner

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Cherie Forde from Corrandulla has lost a life-changing 5st 4.5lbs with Slimming World, and 7st in total to take the title of ‘Greatest Loser 2022’ at Maura’s Slimming World group in the Menlo Park Hotel.

Organ Donor Awareness Week 2022

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Organ donor families and grateful transplant recipients from around the country are supporting the Organ Donor Awareness Week 2022 campaign which will take place from April 23 to 30 and is organised by the Irish Kidney Association in association with the HSE’s Organ Donation Transplant Ireland.

Explore the unique history and heritage of Malta

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Nearly 6,000 years of history, a sunny Mediterranean climate, and a stunning landscape that has seen it become a favourite filming location, combine to make Malta an ideal holiday destination. With regular flights now operating from Shannon Airport, this idyllic island nation is more accessible than ever.

Fahy Travel looking for your comments

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Travel was one of the hardest industries during covid. Fahy Travel in Galway closed its doors in March 2020 and spent the following 18 months awaiting an avalanche of cancellations, rebooking holidays and sorting refunds.

The business reopened in July 2021 only to face another series of cancellations and increased travel restrictions. Now open fully, the company is delighted see travel restrictions ease and become less complicated for customers. n an effort to control numbers calling into the shop the business made the decision to work by appointment only, and have found that customers are very happy with the experience.

Exclusive new supper club at the g Hotel

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

A new supper club is set to take place at the five-star g Hotel & Spa, launching on April 27.

The future looks bright for Galway company All About Kombucha

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

This may be the year of ‘The Booch’. That’s Kombucha to you and me. The healthy, freshly fermented, sparkling tea is sprinting into the Irish mainstream, thanks in no small part to Emmett Kerrigan and Keith Loftus of All About Kombucha.

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