People of the Tribes: Meet John.

Mon, Aug 13, 2018

My name's John Martin Tierney and I come from Moycullen, so I'm a Galway native. Where I live is so close to the city that I can consider myself being from the shticks and the city at the same time.

Use me!

Mon, Aug 13, 2018

I’ve recently acquired one of those cute little bamboo coffee cups that you can re-use over and over again, and at the end of its life it composts down, apart from the rubber lid. It’s much nicer to drink from than a plastic or metal re-usable container or indeed the single use paper cups it’s intended to replace. It’s getting a lot of use, as I’m on the road a lot visiting clients’ gardens and after a couple of hours on site it’s safer for all concerned if I get my caffeine hit. It made me think just how many of the single use cups I used to get through – many of us have only recently realised that these can’t be recycled because of the thin inner layer of plastic.

Bubbles and Barks dog grooming academy is now enrolling

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Do you want to work with dogs? Are you a creative, kind, person? Dog groomers have such a rewarding job. You can have that too.

Back to school without a bang

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Pioneers of wellbeing in Irish schools, Dr Ann Caulfield and Derval Dunford of Mindfulness Matters, have just released a video giving teachers' and children’s perspectives on the difference that simple practices can make to anxiety, worry, concentration, and the overall classroom climate. One cute example from the children demonstrates how to magically manage ‘butterflies in their tummies’, something that may be useful for some teachers and parents, as well as children going back to school.

NUI Galway engineering maths qualifying exam offers Leaving Cert students a second chance

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

The College of Engineering and Informatics at NUI Galway has announced details of this year’s engineering maths qualifying exam, which gives students a second chance to pursue a career in engineering. The exam, which takes place on Wednesday, August 22, is for students who achieve the CAO points for an undergraduate engineering degree course at NUI Galway but who have not met the obligatory maths requirement.

FRS Training Ltd – providing qualifications in healthcare

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Helping to prepare learners for a career in healthcare has been hugely rewarding for FRS. Graduates of the company’s QQI Level 5 major award in healthcare have gone on to work in hospitals, in residential care, childcare, and in communities around the country.

Free card making demonstrations at Cregal Art

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Cregal Art welcomes Kerry Manning Colson as a demonstrator and craft teacher.

Cruinniú na mBád festival to celebrate seafood this weekend

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

A special celebration of seafood to mark the Galway, West of Ireland 2018 European Region of Gastronomy awaits visitors to the long-standing traditional sailing festival Cruinniú na mBád in the picturesque harbour village of Kinvara this weekend.

Little Fox with big ideas

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

As far as dining out goes we have the cyber diners, those among us who obsessively watch social media, hoping to be the first to get a taste of the latest new restaurant opening. There are the traditionalists who are entirely committed to a favourite restaurant, spending every special occasion meal there, from birthdays to date nights and all family gatherings. Then there are the increasing numbers of destination diners, serious food lovers who think nothing of travelling overnight just for a meal — throwing a toothbrush in a bag and driving across the country for dinner at the latest ‘hot’ chef’s restaurant, no matter how obscure the location.

Why pay more for your prescriptions?

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Have you priced your prescription yet at O'Beirn's Pharmacy?

As part of the Pure Pharmacy group, O'Beirn's on Henry Street has become known for its outstanding value on prescription medicine and exceptional customer service. With increasing numbers of drugs becoming available in generic form, many patients are now making huge savings on the cost of their monthly medication. For non-medical card holders, these savings can be significant, often resulting in families no longer reaching the Drug Payment Scheme threshold of €134.

Genuine weight loss from System 10

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

There are three keys to a successful weight loss plan – diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off.

Metabolism problems such as slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, and digestive problems such as constipation, IBS, and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do. Work on fixing your metabolism problems for amazing results. Combine this with a reasonable diet and a reasonable amount of exercise and you will get the best, the fastest, and the easiest weight loss ever.

Cherrymore offers a complete home fit-out

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Are you building your dream home? So many new builds start off and have top spec insulation, windows, heating systems, etc, which are all very important. However the dream turns into a nightmare when it comes to house finishes as the budget dwindles away.

Highest ever insulation grant announced

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

A new grant package has been announced by Galway company West Coast Insulation, which can now offer customers a grant of €1,123 per property. This new grant covers a significant amount of the cost and West Coast Insulation is recommending homeowners take advantage of the new grant scheme now.

John Folan from West Coast Insulation noted: “The grant scheme ranges from €600 to €1,000 usually but we have been able to secure grants for customers of a very attractive amount of €1,123. This comes directly off the amount so the customers only needs to pay the balance. We will look after the paperwork for the customer making it a great way to get your wall and attic insulation upgraded.”

The Abbey Church

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

In the year 1296, Uilliam Liath De Burgo started to build a monastery for the Franciscans on a site roughly where the Courthouse is today. It became known as “St Francis’ Abbey on the island of Saint Stephen on the north side of the town”. The island was formed by the river on the west side, and by a branch of the river running through what is Woodquay and Mary Street today, to join the main stream above O’Brien’s Bridge. A second and smaller island lay between St Stephen’s and the town wall, so in order to communicate with the town, two bridges were necessary, one at the junction of Mary Street and Abbeygate Street and the other at the Little Gate.

Salthill’s Lazy Wall - a summer institution

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Physically, of course, Salthill has changed dramatically since the early years of the last century when the beaches were rocky, and the scattered houses and lodges offered sea baths and confined bathing geared for the protection of women’s modesty. Men, no doubt, could show off their swimming and diving skills with abandonment, but could risk becoming the subject of comment (adverse or otherwise) of a unique Salthill ‘People’s Parliament’ known to all as the Lazy Wall.

The Abbey Church

Wed, Aug 08, 2018

In the year 1296, Uilliam Liath De Burgo started to build a monastery for the Franciscans on a site roughly where the Courthouse is today. It became known as “St Francis’ Abbey on the island of Saint Stephen on the north side of the town”. The island was formed by the river on the west side, and by a branch of the river running through what is Woodquay and Mary Street today, to join the main stream above O’Brien’s Bridge. A second and smaller island lay between St Stephen’s and the town wall, so in order to communicate with the town, two bridges were necessary, one at the junction of Mary Street and Abbeygate Street and the other at the Little Gate.

Taipan Asian Kitchen launches new menu!

Wed, Aug 08, 2018

With the delicious flavours, tastes or aromas of Asia, Taipan Asian Kitchen is another wonderful reason to visit the bustling village of Moycullen.

People of the Tribes: Meet Leanne.

Tue, Aug 07, 2018

My name is Leanne Coyle, I'm 22 years old. I'm a photographer and before Christmas, decided I wanted to start a project that would be of meaning. I've spent so long taking pictures that carried little or no meaning, I decided it was time to change that.

Seapoint Corner about one hundred and fifty years ago

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

This was Seapoint Corner c1865. The buildings we see, running from the left, are Prospect Lodge; Corrig View; Elm View; Prairie House with the balcony, which was built 1855-1861 by Colman O’Donohoe who had obviously spent some time in America; Beachmount; Villa Marina, which had the sign Michael Horan, Grocer over the door; Sunnyside Lodge; Seapoint House; then a gap which led into Seapoint Terrace; and finally, the thatched building which was George Fallon’s Baths. The sign on his gable read Hot Baths and Bathing, No Refunds and his family operated the baths business at least from 1855 to 1894

‘A thrifle more to the wesht, I’ll trouble ye, me lady’

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

I n the late 19th century women and girls rarely swam in the sea. It was considered unseemly. Yet in the belief that sea water was good for the skin, hotels and guest houses along the seafront at Salthill proudly offered sea baths, and 'showers' which could be enjoyed in any weather.

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