G Conboy Electrical — open for business

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

G Conboy Electrical, a Galway institution, is remaining open during the current Level 5 restrictions and is offering a call out service to repair appliances. Its New Road location is open for business, providing a walk-in service for clients' home appliances, and has a large supply of spare parts including elements, pumps, motors, and belts. Manager Jacqui Conboy says the staff are looking forward to seeing their regular and new customers.

Galway is voted friendliest city in Europe

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

We may not be able to travel very far at the moment, but Galway is the place to be according to readers of prestigious travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller, who have named it the friendliest city in Europe in the annual Readers' Choice Awards.

Ryanair announces four week suspension of flights from Ireland West Airport

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

Ryanair has announced it will suspend flight operations from Ireland West Airport and the other regional airports from Saturday November 14 until Sunday December 13. The airline has said the suspension of flight services is due to a collapse in travel demand as a result of the ongoing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the current travel restrictions in place.

The shopping trip that saved the lecturer’s life

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

When Gearóidín Uí Loideáin contacted her friend Norita one day two years ago and said she was taking her to the city for some retail therapy little did she realise that that trip to the shops would save her friend's life.

Treat yourself to a Skeffington Arms Hotel voucher

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

The three-star Skeffington Arms Hotel in Galway City is an intimate, luxury boutique hotel with a BIG personality, offering affordable accommodation in the 'City of the Tribes'. This hotel offers you fantastic value with a premium service located directly on Eyre Square.

Gardenwise | Finding hope in Falling Leaves

Wed, Oct 28, 2020

As far as I can make out we’ve only had one bank holiday since New Year’s Day without a lockdown in place. History will judge whether the damage caused was justified, but for now one thing at least is certain: damage is being done. This week I’d like to encourage you, if you possibly can, to let nature help you undo at least some of that damage; or if that’s not possible, to help you cope with it and give you hope for the future.

The story behind Inis Oirr's Plassey Shipwreck

Wed, Oct 28, 2020

Appearing in the opening sequence of the beloved comedy series Fr Ted, on the foreshore of Craggy Island, the world famous Plassey Shipwreck is definitely one of Inis Oirr's must see locations. But are you familiar with the story of how the steam trawler found its way on to the land?

Natural remedies you can try when you feel a headache coming on.

Tue, Oct 27, 2020

Could you be dehydrated? If you feel a headache coming, hydrate with a large glass of cooled (tepid) boiled water. Adding a little pinch of Himalayan pink crystal salt or a splash of coconut water to the glass can help replenish essential minerals. Caffeinated drinks like coffee, black tea, energy drinks and cola can be diuretic, causing the body to lose even more water so best to avoid these as much as possible.

Eat More Fish and support the RNLI  

Fri, Oct 23, 2020

Eat More Fish have launched a nationwide campaign to encourage people to eat local, seasonal sustainable and affordable fish and support the RNLI’s annual Fish Supper fundraiser at the same time.

Essential physiotherapy service remains open to treat bladder and bowel incontinence

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

Aoife Ni Eochaidh, chartered physiotherapist, provides face to face, phone, and video call physiotherapy for pelvic floor muscle treatment for bladder and bowel incontinence from her clinic in Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic in Renmore. She also treats sexual dysfunction, prolapse, post-natal pelvic conditions, and osteoporosis. People can choose to have their pelvic physiotherapy consultation by regular phone call, Zoom, WhatsApp, etc, or to attend in person. Patients can get a referral from their GP or self-refer.

Most Irish health insurance companies provide some cover for pelvic physiotherapy and, if needed, also they provide some cover for pelvic physiotherapy electrotherapy devices. Physiotherapy being an essential service the clinic remains open during the pandemic, but is strictly adhering to Government guidelines. Letters are issued to patients travelling to the clinic to attend appointments.

Eight ways to beat sinus problems

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

Have you been struggling with sinus infections without realising it? Your nose easily gets congested, becomes runny, you get blocked ears and feel dizzy. The pressure in your face is all-consuming, right down into your ears. Chronic sinus issues cause you to feel the same anguish that people feel when they have diseases typically considered "more serious". Or have you just started suffering from sinus headaches?

How stress and worry influence your sleep

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

Scientists have found a direct link between anxiety and rhythm of sleep. When a person has anxious thoughts, his/her heart rate goes up and in turn the mind starts to ‘race’. This causes the brain to become alert and stimulated and start producing beta waves. This happens to someone who worries about something when trying to get to sleep - instead of being calm and subdued, the brain is too aroused to sleep. And to make matters worse, once the brain is stimulated in this way, other worries are activated, making sleep even harder to achieve.

How Pilates helps your running

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

With Pilates a stronger core, back, and pelvis are the main rewards, as well as increased flexibility, strength, and range of movement. The emphasis is on defining and strengthening key muscle areas, and if you do it properly, you can really feel the burn.

Smart security solutions from Smart Alarms

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

Do you have a smart control system in place at home? Here’s why you need to choose Smart Alarms for your alarm structure.

NUI Galway to host virtual undergraduate open day

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

NUI Galway will host its autumn undergraduate open day this Saturday from 12 noon to 4pm. The event, which has been reimagined as a virtual event in line with current public health guidelines, will provide an extensive interactive online experience which will allow students, parents, and guidance counsellors to explore courses and careers and to connect with NUI Galway staff and students throughout the day.

New pharmacy retail counter assistant course

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

A new pharmacy retail counter assistant course will start at the GRETB Training Centre in Mervue, Galway, in November.

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre – open for business with Failte Ireland Safety Charter

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, a Department of Education recognised training institute now in its 33rd year of business, is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition, EAQUALS, Quality English, ACELS/QQI, and FETAC accreditation. The school has just successfully completed reengagement and accreditation with Quality and Qualifications Ireland as a higher education provider.

‘Betrayed into ruin by the arts such as the weakness of humanity’

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

Such is the weakness of man, it seems, that even the mighty Daniel O’ Connell may have succumbed to the allures of the fair sex, committing an indiscretion in his youth, which came back to haunt him in later years when he and his wife Mary shared ‘abiding affection’.

Mícheál Walsh, The Old Malt

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

On September 22, 1920, 12 Black and Tans burst into the Old Malt Pub on High Street, breaking down the door and rushing upstairs to where Mícheál Walsh’s wife and children were sleeping. They demanded to know Mícheál’s whereabouts and then they searched the building, firing shots, exploding grenades, terrifying the children, and causing extensive damage to the property. They also broke open the safe and stole its contents, as well as taking money from the till in the bar. Clothing, alcohol, and tobacco were also stolen during the raid. The taps were opened on the barrels and then doors, cabinets, and furniture was smashed. The damage was estimated at £1,000.

Give 'em pumpkin to talk about

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

With the spookiest night of the year fast approaching, get Halloween ready with Joyce’s Supermarket and enjoy some traditional Halloween festivities perfect for the whole family.

Pumpkin spice things up and carve out some time for fun this Halloween with the range of pumpkins available at Joyce’s. This fun tradition has long been a staple of a typical Irish Halloween and is the perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy together. Pumpkin carving originated in Ireland under the term Jack-o-Lantern, stemming from the Irish myth of ‘Stingy Jack’, in which people would carve faces in turnips or pumpkins to scare away the wandering soul of Jack who was sentenced to roam earth for eternity.

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