Give your garden oil tank a makeover

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Have you ever thought it would be great if you could move your oil tank to a new position in your garden?

Tips and advice for planning a renovation and redecorating your home

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

-Firstly, make a list of improvements (however big or small) you would love to make to your home

February is of vital importance for wildlife

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

To support and encourage wildlife in the garden in February is of vital importance. It is important to keep bird feeders topped up and to leave out water and food for animals emerging from hibernation if you know you have such callers to your garden. Hedgehogs in particular benefit from this act of kindness. If you have nest boxes in your garden, now is a good time to give them a clean with boiling water before any bird comes to your garden seeking a new nesting place for their young.

Top European e-Scooter company Dott to roll out in Galway

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Leading European e-scooter company Dott today officially announced their interest in entering the Galway market, following confirmation from Minister Eamon Ryan that e-scooters will be regulated for use on Irish roads.

Online Irish language groups for young people

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Ogras runs Irish language youth clubs online for two age groups - seven to 12 year olds, and 13 to 19 year olds.

GTI – leading the way in further education

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

Galway Technical Institute (GTI) is once again leading the way in further education with its launch of an exciting and dynamic suite of courses commencing in September 2021.

NUI Galway virtual open day to showcase opportunities for postgraduate studies

Thu, Feb 25, 2021

NUI Galway will hold its annual spring postgraduate open day on Tuesday, March 2, from 11am. The virtual event is open to the public and offers the opportunity to explore the more than 400 taught and research postgraduate programmes enrolling in 2021.

The open day is traditionally an important event for professionals, graduates, and current undergraduate students who are aiming to upgrade their qualification, broaden their skills-set, increase their specialist knowledge, and improve their job prospects and earning power. The virtual event will provide visitors with the opportunity to explore courses and careers by attending live talks with the option to ask questions and to hear directly from programme directors on the career opportunities and emerging trends in their fields.

New book teaches sustainable development goals through drama

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

A new book which marries teaching drama to young people with the issues of sustainable development, environmentalism, and climate change, has been launched.

'If one policeman is shot here up goes the town'

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

By early 1921 Britain’s war in Ireland was not just a moral issue, but a financial one. The sheer expense of solving 'The Irish Question', considering financial reparation for the loss of civilian life and destruction of private property, along with the price tag of the Crown Forces’ operations in Ireland, was staggering.

Consider postgraduate and adult education with St Angela’s College this September

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

St Angela’s College, Sligo, has offered a range of postgraduate and adult education programmes over the years and 2021 will be no exception. In fact, the college has further developed some programmes to be delivered completely online, opening them up to an international audience, while other programmes will continue to be delivered using a blended learning approach, allowing students to meet and work with their peers in a timetabled structure to suit everyone.

“Our postgraduate and adult education programmes have been designed in such a way that those with busy working lives or family commitments can study at their own pace,” explains Amanda McCloat, college president. “Our blended learning model means that from time to time, students get to meet and interact in a safe classroom setting, something we feel is also important when learning at any level - it can be a chance to share ideas and network in familiar circles.”

Mountbellew students secure place in national finals of F1 in Schools competition

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

A team of six transition year students from Holy Rosary College Mountbellew have qualified for the F1 in Schools national finals 2021.

Danno, the quintessential Galwegian

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

He was one of those people who was known to all by just the one name, Danno, and that was not even his actual name. He was born Francis Brendan Heaslip in Knocknacarra in 1938. Because he looked very like a boxing champion of the times, Danno O’Mahoney, he was given the nickname and it stuck. He was one of six siblings born to Joe Heaslip from Cork and Maureen O’Donoghue from Tuam; Minnie, Jimmy, Michael, Danno, Helen, and Phil. They lived in Lenaboy Gardens in Salthill,.

Lack of social distancing aided second phase of ‘Spanish Flu’

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

[Week II. Read Part I.] The 1918 General Election on December 14 was the most significant election in modern Irish history. Following the events of World War I, the Easter Rising, and the Conscription Crisis, the whole island was caught up in fierce debate as to its future. The result was a sweeping victory for a radical Sinn Féin, which promised to establish an independent Irish Republic. The moderate Irish Parliamentary Party, which had dominated the Irish political landscape since the 1880s, was wiped out; while in Ulster the Unionist Party took power.

Study seeks participants to explore adult coping mechanisms during Covid-19

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

New research being conducted by NUI Galway’s School of Psychology will explore how childhood experiences affect adult wellbeing during the Covid-19 pandemic, and what helps people cope in the current climate.

The pandemic has had a significant impact on both people’s lives and wellbeing, with recent research showing rising rates of psychological distress globally. This disconcerting time may be particularly difficult for people who have experienced adverse childhood events, as these events often cause people to develop an over-active fear system that is set at a higher resting level than others and which may have never switched off since childhood.

Why runners should use a plan when training for an event

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

Runners of all abilities can benefit hugely from using a plan to help structure their training towards a target race or goal.

IPPM launches new affordable digital learning courses for men and women with bladder and bowel problems

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

Aoife Ni Eochaidh is a chartered physiotherapist and winner of the BPW and Irish Permanent Galway Young Business Woman of the Year Award. Her company IPPM offers physiotherapy for men, women, and children for pelvic conditions and incontinence. She is an experienced chartered physiotherapist who runs her private clinic from Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic in Renmore, Galway. Aoife Ni Eochaidh has launched new home pelvic routine courses, which are affordable digital learning courses for people worldwide with incontinence and pelvic conditions. People can do these courses in comfort and privacy at home and can purchase them online from ippm.ie

Fluffy buttermilk pancakes are the perfect option for a weekend brunch

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

If you are craving more pancakey goodness after Tuesday, this recipe from Siúcra and Lili Forberg is guaranteed to hit the spot. These fluffy American style buttermilk pancakes are delicious served with banana and chocolate chips.

Better than any restaurant brunch, you can create this amazing dish with just a few simple ingredients from the cupboard. Don't forget to sprinkle some Siúcra icing sugar to give them that finishing touch.

Listen to Paul Wallace on life touring with Ireland and the Lions

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

The Irish and Lions rugby legend Paul Wallace chats this week on The Travel Tales with Fergal podcast about the mystique of Lions rugby tours, whether this year’s tour to South Africa should go ahead, and his favourite countries to tour including Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and that famous 1997 Lions tour to South Africa. Listen to the podcast below or continue reading.

Phi Galway - Delivering the restaurant experience to your Home!

Thu, Feb 18, 2021

Phi is an exciting new food delivery service in Galway, bringing the restaurant dining experience to our homes. With a more sustainable approach to dining, the menu changes every few weeks in order to focus on seasonal plant based food, but not exclusively as it aims to 'bridge the gap between carnivores and vegans'. 

Sinead Lee Hair Design goes online!

Wed, Feb 17, 2021

Sinead Lee Hair Design was opened in 2017 and has developed a loyal following of people who appreciate innovation in Hair Design. Our team of professionals all with specific areas of expertise, bring an award winning experience for their clientele.

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