Weight loss with real-life support

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight and found it hard to keep going, you’re not alone. Most people don’t need another fad or a “quick fix” – they need a plan that fits real life, plus the support to stick with it. That’s the approach Grace Joyce takes in her Galway clinic.

Everything starts with a private one-to-one consultation. The team sit down with you, get to know your routine, your goals, and what’s realistically achievable, and then build your programme around you. Your food plan is nutritionally designed and calorie-specific to you – not a generic menu. And it’s based on normal, natural, everyday foods – nothing weird, nothing extreme, and no “all-or-nothing” rules. It’s designed to be practical, not restrictive, and it works alongside busy family lives, work schedules and social occasions.

Take action now to avoid burst pipes

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

With temperatures dropping below freezing this week and weather warnings issued for ice and low temperatures, we are now in the time of year when household pipes are at increased risk of freezing.

Six easy changes to slash energy bills by over €1,000 this year

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Despite steadying inflation, many households are still feeling the post-Christmas pinch and the bite of hefty energy bills during the winter months. Calculations show that households could save around €1,230 per year on their energy bills by switching up, scaling back or making simple swaps.

Plan your family summer holiday with Fahy Travel

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Planning a family holiday this summer? Look no further than Fahy Travel, Galway’s award-winning travel company, offering outstanding value and an unrivalled choice of destinations for families.

Top of the list for summer 2026 are Portugal and Spain, both firm favourites with Irish families. Portugal’s Algarve continues to impress with its golden beaches, family-friendly resorts, exciting waterparks and popular attractions such as Zoo Marine. Spain offers equally strong appeal, with a wide range of family resorts and activities across mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands. These destinations are well serviced with several weekly flights from Knock and Shannon, and offer excellent accommodation options including hotels, apartment complexes and all-inclusive resorts.

Twenty six special cruise destinations and travel experiences for 2026

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

The JWT Cruises team in Galway wishes you all a very happy and exciting New Year full of adventures. The team, led by Caroline O’Toole, have picked 26 exciting cruise destinations and special travel experiences for 2026.

Plan your dream wedding with the Clayton Hotel Galway’s upcoming wedding showcase

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

For couples beginning their wedding journey, few moments are as exciting as finding the perfect venue. On Sunday, January 18, from 12 noon until 4pm, the Clayton Hotel Galway invites newly engaged couples, families, and wedding enthusiasts to experience an exclusive Wedding Showcase designed to spark the imagination and bring dream celebrations to life.

This special event offers an exceptional opportunity to explore the hotel’s elegant wedding spaces, meet its dedicated wedding team, and gather ideas that reflect every couple’s unique love story.

Weddings in Ireland see nearly 4 per cent rise in costs in 2025

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

According to the annual survey of Irish weddings conducted by weddingsonline, the average cost of a wedding in Ireland has increased by 3.96 per cent over the past year. Based on responses from more than 641 participants in January 2025, the study shows that couples are now spending, on average, €34,392, excluding honeymoon expenses.

Realistic wedding advice from a (relatively) newlywed

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Planning a wedding can feel like stepping into a very expensive tornado. Between the endless choices, eye-watering quotes and well-meaning (but often aggravating) unsolicited opinions, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But it ispossible, and if someone with a lifelong aversion to planning like me can pull it off, so can you.

Dry January: What happens to your skin when you quit alcohol

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

As millions participate in dry January, beauty experts note that the biggest changes often become visible on the skin, sometimes within just two weeks. Alcohol can quietly disrupt hydration levels, inflammation, hormones and gut health, all of which directly impact the skin.

Free information evening on blood pressure control at Croí Heart & Stroke Centre

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Croí, the Heart & Stroke Charity, in collaboration with University Hospital Galway, is inviting everyone to a free public event dedicated to managing high blood pressure (hypertension). Taking place on Wednesday, January 14, at 5.30pm, at the Croí Heart & Stroke Centre, Moyola Lane, Newcastle, Galway, this special evening is open to anyone living with or supporting someone with high blood pressure.

Often called the “silent killer”, high blood pressure rarely shows symptoms but significantly increases your risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. This event will provide updates on the latest treatment options to help you take control of your blood pressure and overall health.

Register for beginner bodhrán course now

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Everybody has rhythm, and there is no better time than now to take up a new challenge and learn a new instrument. If you have always wanted to play music but don’t know where to start, or you are already playing bodhrán but don’t know how to take your playing to the next level, now is the time.

The Mark Lohan Kitchens January sale is now on

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

The Mark Lohan Kitchens January sale is now under way, giving Galway homeowners the opportunity to enjoy 10 per cent off bespoke MLK kitchens throughout the month of January. With strong interest already under way, January remains the ideal time to begin planning a renovation, extension or new build — and to start designing the heart of your home with confidence.

A new kitchen is one of the most meaningful investments you will make in your home. In 2025, the average cost of a bespoke MLK kitchen ranged from €10,000 to €15,000, with designs carefully tailored to suit a wide range of budgets, lifestyles and home layouts. Every Mark Lohan Kitchen is made to order in Roscommon, combining thoughtful design, premium materials and over 23 years of Irish craftsmanship expertise.

The importance of starting a new course or night class at the start of a new year

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

The start of a new year often brings a renewed sense of motivation and possibility. Many people view January as a clean slate—a time to reflect on past experiences and set goals for personal growth. One of the most meaningful ways to embrace this fresh beginning is by starting a new course or enrolling in a night class. Whether the goal is career advancement, personal development, or learning a new skill, beginning a course at the start of the year can have lasting benefits.

Dolan welcomes over €25,000 in Education for Sustainable Development funding for schools across Galway East

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Albert Dolan, has welcomed the announcement by Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton TD, confirming the delivery of over €850,000 nationally to support Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) projects in primary and post-primary schools.

Galway from the air, 1950

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

This wonderful aerial view of the city looking across Lough Athalia was taken c1952. Lough Athalia is the anglicisation of Loch an tSáile, the Salt Lake, a tidal lake. There are so many changes to this cityscape since then, it is hard to know where to begin.

ADHD coaching to help you thrive

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

ADHD is far more than an attention challenge; it is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects executive functioning such as organisation, planning, working memory, time management and emotional regulation.

With ADHD coaching, the goal isn’t to “fix” your ADHD, but to understand it deeply enough to harness its strengths while developing effective strategies for areas of challenge. Clients discover that what they once viewed as personal failings are common ADHD experiences that can be effectively managed with different approaches, techniques, tools and mindset. ADHD coach Fiona Timothy supports her clients to maximise their potential, create their goals and an accountable plan. She works with adults who are newly diagnosed, those in the process of diagnosis, or those who are already aware of their ADHD.

Fahy Travel Worldchoice welcomes 2026 with exciting travel opportunities

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

All at Fahy Travel Worldchoice would like to wish their valued customers a very happy New Year. Looking ahead to 2026, the team is excited to once again help holidaymakers plan their perfect summer escape.

A positive start to the New Year: why HBOT makes a meaningful Christmas gift

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

As the year draws to a close, many of us are craving rest, recovery, and a chance to feel more energised when January begins. This is why gifting wellness has become a thoughtful alternative to buying physical items, especially for people recovering from surgery or injury, managing chronic conditions, or simply feeling run down by the demands of daily life.

Minister Canney urges people to check passports before booking holidays

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Seán Canney TD, Minister of State for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports and Leader in Cabinet of the Independent Ministers, has urged people booking holidays in the next couple of weeks to check that their passports are in date before booking flights or making travel arrangements.

The Mark Lohan Kitchens’ January sale launches this Friday

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

For many households across Galway the new year marks the moment to begin planning a renovation, extension or new build. And with the Mark Lohan Kitchens’ (MLK) January SALE launching this Friday, January 2, now is the ideal time to start designing the heart of your home, with 10 per cent OFF bespoke MLK kitchens throughout January.

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