New autumn menu at Seven

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

While many crimes against food are committed by pubs claiming the title of 'gastro', it is safe to say that Seven is not counted among them. It has earned its spot on the 'great places to lunch' list through consistently good food, inventive menus, and friendly staff.

Corporate hampers now available at Taste of France

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Taste of France is a unique French shop, located in Cross Street Lower, 30 metres from Shop Street in the heart of Galway city. Owned and run by Thierry and Catherine Schreiber, natives of France, this store offers a wide range of products produced by well known French suppliers from all over France known for their made-in-France tradition from areas such as Provence, Drome, and Basque country.

Huge four day clearance sale at G Furniture and Carpets

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

G Furniture and Carpets on the Tuam road in Galway is holding a mega four day clearance sale starting next Thursday October 13 with huge savings across all departments.

Beautiful array of quality Irish furniture and accessories at Siopa Troscán

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Located in An Fuaran, Moycullen, An Siopa Troscán stocks everything from bigger pieces such as three piece suites, beds, and sideboards, to smaller items such as lockers, pictures, lamps, and mirrors.

Sleep tips for shift workers

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Aim to have at least four hours sleep at the same time every night/morning (eg, 3am to 7am). This seems to help keep your sleep clock regular.

Fix your metabolism and lose two stone before Christmas

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Your metabolism is by far the most critical and powerful key to weight loss. It is with you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The potential for calorie burn and weight loss is huge. It even controls the results from your diet and exercise. By combining a great metabolism with balanced food and exercise, System 10 brings you the best weight loss plan of all.

Sixteen things you need to know about Skin-Dex weight loss treatment

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

1. Skin-Dex is a non-invasive liposuction procedure, meaning no scars, no pain and no recovery time.

2. As well as cellulite it treats adipose areas which, if found in excess, can affect other organ systems and may lead to disease.

Top class food and accommodation at Hotel Meyrick

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

The Hotel Meyrick is without doubt one of the classiest venues in Galway. On walking through the door you are greeted by a roaring fire in the lobby, and the place simply exhudes serenity.

Galway course to prepare people for careers in the travel industry

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Do you fancy a career in the travel industry? A new evening course set to run in Galway from November could be just the stepping stone for you.

Large number of posts in European institutes

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

The European Union recently ended the derogation it had granted Ireland providing an adequate number of trained translators in the Irish language to take up posts in European institutes. The union has now announced that it will fill up to 150 posts in the near future so that the required translation of all documents in the Irish language is made available.

Upskill with a bookkeeping award (Sage 50)

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

GPA Solutions is delivering its manual and computerised bookkeeping course to provide learners with good basic knowledge of manual bookkeeping and the practical knowledge of the workings of Sage 50 software.

Kairos professional training diploma starts in November

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Kairos therapy is a gentle approach to healing which clears all old emotional pain in a very gentle but powerful way.

Travel the world

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Teaching English as a foreign language, or TEFL, is a popular choice among graduates who want to go travelling or people wishing to change career. "The most recognised TEFL qualification in the world is the University of Cambridge CELTA," says IH Galway director Mary Grennan. "The CELTA was the first ever TEFL course. It’s been in existence since 1962 when it was designed by the founder of International House, John Haycraft, so there’s a lot of history and intellectual knowledge there. Unlike other TEFL courses, CELTA tutors are highly qualified teacher trainers and each course is externally assessed by a nominated Cambridge assessor, who comes to the centre to assess each course we run. This makes the CELTA a highly reliable qualification that schools and universities worldwide can trust. For this reason, 87 per cent of the English language teaching positions advertised around the world request the CELTA qualification – and no other one."

Opportunities abound at St Mary’s College

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

St Mary’s College will hold an open evening this evening October 6 at 6.30pm. All prospective students and their parents are welcome to attend; the evening promises to be a showcase of what St Mary’s College has to offer, and what sets it apart from any other school in the city.

Galway’s streets ‘are full of Confederates’

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Despite the challenges, dangers, bankruptcies, and in some cases, exploitation, by the mid 19th century Galway had a small but profitable fleet of sailing ships. In previous weeks I have outlined some of the achievements and failures of the Galway Line, which between 1858 and 1864 completed a total of 55 trouble free return voyages to New York and Boston. One of its ships, the Circassian, which I discussed last week, sailed from Galway on September 21 1859 to New York with 342 passengers of whom 108 were first class. One hundred and seventy persons who applied for passage were turned away as the ship was full.

Get your house in order before winter

Mon, Oct 03, 2016

We are unfortunately heading towards the winter months once again and it is time to ensure your home is up to scratch to fend off our harsh climate. Be it getting the heating or plumbing checked, or cleaning the chimney, these are the types of jobs that must be considered at this stage of the year.

STOP Procrastinating. There is no time like the present to find love.

Fri, Sep 30, 2016

Professional Matchmakers explain why it’s important to prioritise finding happiness with that special someone.

Milano on Middle Street

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

It is easy to see why many parents of young children avoid restaurants and prefer to eat at home. The thrown food will hit only members of the immediate family, and few things match the embarrassment of a meltdown in a restaurant. But sometimes it’s necessary, and even fun, to eat out. Many parents want to dine out in a way that doesn’t involve plastic trays or eating leftover cocktail sausages while watching over your child in a pool of multi-coloured balls. It is important to choose a child-friendly restaurant, preferably one casual and loud enough to absorb any noise your little darlings might make. Years ago, before Dominos had come to town and Papa Johns was not even invented, there were only two options for pizza, for two different stages of your life. Monroe’s in Dominick Street was our preference for a slice before children, a great pre– or post–pub spot. In Galway, when you first have a baby, the traditional starting point is Milano on Middle Street.

Ditch the Brand

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

Have you ever had a birthday coming up and been asked by your significant other, parents or children what you would like as a gift? Have you ever felt like you should get the latest handbag, watch or boot made by the designer of the moment (hello Mr Kors), not because you absolutely adored the design, but because you felt it was the “in” thing? Of course you have.

Considering your CAO 2017 application, courses, and costs

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

By now the majority of students have been given their own copy of the CAO Handbook 2017. This, along with the CAO website www.cao.ie, is a vital source of information, application procedures, and important dates. Keep it nearby at all times.

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