Fire and protest in Galway Jail

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Diarmuid Crowley, a native of Co Cork, was arrested, charged with being a judge in the Sinn Féin courts, and incarcerated in Galway Jail even though he was ill. His condition worsened and he demanded the attendance of a private medical doctor. The prison doctor refused, so 40 Sinn Féin prisoners decided to do something to prevent Mr Crowley suffering any further.

Dining for all occasions at Clayton Hotel Galway

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Clayton Hotel Galway is the ideal choice to take a break and pop in for a morning coffee, a spot of lunch or an evening meal. The Red Bean Roastery Coffee Dock at Clayton Hotel Galway is open Monday to Friday from 7am, serving freshly baked scones, pastries, and light snacks. With comfy couches, complimentary WiFi, and free parking, it is the ideal meeting spot.

An extensive bar menu is on offer from 12 noon to 10pm daily in the Enclosure Bar & Bistro. Lunchtime special offers include soup and sandwich combo deals from €9.95.

Burke brothers get fruity with new delivery service

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

TheFruitBrothers.ie, which launched in June, is bringing the best of what you fancy fruit wise to Galway businesses. Under the direction of the Burke Brothers, who run Burkes Fruit & Veg Ltd, this new service is ensuring that Galway companies have the option to eat better during working hours with daily fruit box deliveries into offices, work spaces, and businesses.

New look and new menus at the Maldron

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

The newly refurbished and newly branded Grain & Grill Bar and Restaurant at Maldron Hotel, Sandy Road, Galway, opened on May 11 after an extensive makeover. The branding of the bar and restaurant is known in many Maldron hotels across the country and has now been introduced as part of the multimillion works that have taken place in the hotel.

Grain & Grill Bar and Restaurant has been decorated with a chic modern design and has opened with new menus to complement the new theme of the restaurant. The bar and restaurant also serve Dalata Hotel Group’s own coffee brand, Red Bean Roastery.

Keep it simple

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

By Belladonna Bridal and Mori Lee
We all have to agree that Meghan Markle’s dress was a masterclass in simple elegance. Why not focus on clean lines? We feel like a simple wedding dress is always a good way to go and also will appear timeless in your wedding photos.

New research yields breakthrough results in the treatment of Alzheimer’s using eyesight and fish oil supplements

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

A Waterford based research team have found that a nutritional supplement combination of carotenoids and trout oil may slow down Alzheimer’s disease.

The research

Treat yourself to a ritual

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

The Pentagram of Energy soaps and shampoos, Droserin, Protektin, Artin, Cytovital, and Ruticelit are based on the unique Regeneration in Pentagram method.

Lose two stone in ten weeks easily

Thu, Jul 12, 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.

Mayo mum has a solution for morning sickness

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

When a Mayo nurse suffered with bad morning sickness during two pregnancies, the only ‘cure’ she could find came from America — now she is bringing the solution to other expectant mothers in Ireland.

'Losing four stone has given me the confidence to change my career'

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Maura O’Connor had struggled with her weight for years, but after discovering Slimming World, she gained a new lease of life and decided to completely transform her world.

Saturday morning Weight Watchers in the city centre

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Six years ago Siobhan Laheen Day decided to open a Weight Watchers class on a Saturday morning in Galway city.

Dr Bhatti's clinic announces new and exciting complementary therapies

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

The Clinic of Complementary and Natural Medicine was established by Dr Bhatti in 1989. Dr Bhatti is a medically qualified medical doctor and a medical naturopath. He has a diploma in child health from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ireland and has worked for several years in different branches of medicine, surgery, paediatrics, orthopaedics, geriatrics, geriatric psychiatry, dermatology, and psychiatry in Galway’s main hospitals — UHG, Merlin Park Hospital, St Brigid’s Hospital, and Portiuncula Hospital.

Why free play is so important for children

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Swapping the screen for the great outdoors has never been more important for children. But how much exercise do your children get?

How to dine in style with EZ Living Furniture

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

No matter what you are cooking in the kitchen, we all know that presentation is a key part to enjoying a meal. This is also the case for the dining room in which you will be serving your food. Below are some simple ways to improve your dining experience with EZ Living Furniture.

Beautiful array of quality Irish furniture and accessories at Siopa Troscán

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

See the full range of quality Irish manufactured suites at An Siopa Troscan, where all suites can be made to order. The full range of styles covers everything from modern to traditional.

Moving house made easy at Barons Self Storage

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Struggling for space at home? Moving abroad? Want to declutter? Barons Self Storage has you covered, providing storage solutions for people moving house to those living in apartments with not have enough space to store basic items such as Christmas decorations or golf clubs.

Sixty per cent off at La Maison Chic relocation sale

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

La Maison Chic, established for the past 12 years and known for its professional interior design service, as well as curtain fabrics, designer paints, and wallpapers, is relocating to a new secret location and is offering amazing discounts in its relocation sale, until July 21.

Crowne Plaza Hotel Blanchardstown is offering fantastic Summer packages for families

Wed, Jul 11, 2018

Crowne Plaza Hotel Blanchardstown is offering fantastic Summer packages for families – close to the action in Dublin! The hotel’s location is totally unique as it is situated on the doorstep of Blanchardstown Centre, Ireland’s leading Shopping, Leisure and Retail Park Destination.

Desperate for drink

Tue, Jul 10, 2018

With a nationwide hosepipe ban recently announced, we need to be very selective about how and when we use water in the garden. Even if it rains soon, it will take weeks if not months for reservoir levels to get back to normal and at the time of writing the ban is expected to be in place until at least the end of July. Right now gardens have to contend with unprecedentedly high temperatures, drying winds and plants and trees in full leaf – all things that make them need water more than ever. Garden lovers have difficult decisions to make – which areas need water the most - as there simply isn’t enough to go around. You may be able to eke out supplies by re-using “grey” water, and here are a few tips to help you use any water to best advantage:

Top tips for home maintenance this summer

Fri, Jul 06, 2018

Summer is in full swing and the motivation to challenge tasks that are outside the home have not been higher all year.

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