People of The Tribes : Meet Fiona

Tue, Jan 02, 2018

Hi, I'm Fiona Concannon, a professional artist from Spiddal, Co. Galway. I have studied Fine Art Painting in 5 different art colleges - Limerick, Galway, Cork, Belfast and Dublin, and have always been drawn back to my home in Galway, I love everything about Galway - the landscape is stunning, the people are so warm and friendly, there are so many lovely places to eat and drink, you never know who you are going to bump into or what madness is about to take place!! I am proud and lucky to call Galway my home, as an artist, it is giving me endless inspiration and material to work from, it really is a very special place.

First Fortnight - Ireland’s Mental Health Arts Festival 2018!

Tue, Jan 02, 2018

First Fortnight is Ireland’s Mental Health Arts Festival 2018 and in collaboration with Social Art Ireland showcases “Louder Than Words” an exhibition created by 3 art therapists. The exhibition reflects their own process, using art therapy. These images show personal yet universally expects of the human experience ie. anger, trauma, loss, abandonment, war. Art therapy provides us with an opportunity to explore our emotions in a safe environment with a witnessing other. A person can learn more about their blind spots, triggers and behaviour.

The highly recommended Skin Herbalist goes online!

Tue, Jan 02, 2018

Droserin Cream Health Benefits
Breathing problems and respiratory conditions are notoriously hard to treat but a solution could lie in something as simple as an organic herbal cream, or droserin cream, to be specific. Made from natural ingredients, including thermal water from the podhajska hot spring. It's most important components are rosa centifolia and the bio-information of drosera roundifoli - both have excellent effects on the lungs and skin.

The nailer forge

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

The Connaught Journal of July 1823 reported that Michael Walsh, the nailer of Bridge Street, was in great distress. He was described as being very poor, and though he worked hard, his life had been a struggle for some 12 years now because of a ‘disease of his leg’. The unfortunate man had to have the leg amputated and was now ‘reduced to extreme want’ as he was unable to work. The newspaper highlighted his predicament and hoped that the charitable and humane people of Galway would contribute to his support while he was recovering from the operation. So we know that the nailer was in business there some 200 years ago.

The Saga of the Tailor and Antsy

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

“A Star Danced And Under That Was I Born

Aibheil of Adare amazing annual sale day

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Aibheil Bridal Boutique will host its annual one-day-only winter sample sale on Saturday January 6. Doors open at 10am and the sale continues to 4pm.

Engagement and wedding dress shopping timeline

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Ever since you got engaged, you cannot stop imagining yourself in the perfect wedding gown. Here is a question for you to think about: When should you start searching for your dream dress?

New horizons for apprenticeships

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Recently the Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, announced that 26 new national apprenticeships were approved for further development. These are programmes of structured education and training which combine learning on the job with theory and instruction in an educational institution. They prepare participants for a specific occupation that leads to a qualification.

The Government Action Plan (2016-2020) is to double the number of apprenticeships currently available. Budget 2018 allocated €122 million for development, an increase of 24 per cent on the previous year. Traditional craft apprenticeships includes those in construction, electrical, engineering, and motor sections. The Construction Industry Federation has a dedicated website for young people interested in registering their interest in a construction related trade on www.apprentices.ie. The area is now slowly extending to white collar jobs such as finance and IT comparable to other European countries. The German model is highly praised as it is reported close to 60 per cent take up of places in an economy where up to 300 types of apprenticeship are available. In Switzerland up to 70 per cent participate in apprenticeships. Apprentices can “earn while you learn” and have a national recognised qualification.

US Embassy urges students to apply for J-1 now

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

The US Embassy in Dublin is advising qualified students who are interested in applying for the J-1 Summer Work Travel (SWT) or Camp Counselor Programme in 2018 to be proactive and begin the application process as soon as possible.

Christmas revision courses at Galway/Mayo Mathematics Academy

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Galway/Mayo Mathematics Academy (GMMA) is running Christmas maths revision courses in preparation for Leaving Cert and Junior Cert examinations in 2018.

Three stone lighter and ten times happier

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Emily Quinn (32) joined Slimming World in April. She has since lost a whopping 3 stone 2lb and is about to become one of Galway’s newest consultants. Emily’s weight became an issue after she gave birth to her son eight years ago and she has battled with it ever since. "I was overwhelmed with becoming a new mom and that led to postnatal depression. I started over-eating and my weight spiralled. At that time my weight was not a priority.

New Year – New Beginnings at Strive Clinic

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

January sees the launch of a number of classes and workshops at Strive Clinic, Galway.

Slimming her way to a happier, healthier, life

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Emma Walsh joined Slimming World one year ago, and within that time she has transformed her relationship with food, gained a support network, and has lost more than 2 stone.

Combat stress with acupuncuture

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Our bodies are designed to react to threats, real or perceived. Energy is directed away from normal functioning so it can be used to ward off a potential threat. The sympathetic nervous system (which branches from the central nervous system) is triggered into a 'fight or flight' response. This can have an effect on our digestive and respiratory systems, our hormonal system, and impact our cardiovascular and reproductive systems.

Weightwatchers introduces new Flex programme

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

SmartPoints has been incredibly successful in helping Weightwatchers members to eat better while losing weight, but the organisation is always looking to make the programme even simpler, healthier, and more livable for you. The newest programme takes the SmartPoints system you know and love and bumps up the benefits even more.

The SmartPoints system still works the same—as long as you have the SmartPoints to spend, you can eat what you like.

Fly to Santa in Lapland from Ireland West in 2018

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Grenham Travel, Sunway and Ireland West Airport have teamed up to give you the opportunity to win a fantastic prize for one adult and one child to visit Santa in Lapland in December 2018. Simply visit grenhamtravel facebook and enter their Like and Share competition. A fairytale world of snow covered forests and the opportunity to meet Santa himself is what makes a holiday to Lapland the perfect choice for treasured memories.

Ring in the New Year in style at SALT

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Have you been tasked with organising the New Year’s Eve celebrations for your family and friends this year? Here’s an idea…leave the planning to the team at SALT Restaurant & Bar at 163 Upper Salthill and you can concentrate on looking fabulous!

Are you building or renovating? Then it is time to contact Dalgan Windows

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Dalgan Windows is a family run business manufacturing and installing windows and doors to an international quality standard. The company, which is based in Shrule, Co Galway, is one of the leading suppliers of windows and doors in the country.

The Dalgan Windows product range includes windows and doors in a choice of timber, uPVC, and aluminium. Dalgan Windows also specialises in commercial fabrication and installations.

Home buying serves as primary trigger for Irish life insurance customers

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

The decision to enter the property market serves as the main factor in Irish people’s decision to purchase life insurance and/or mortgage protection recent research from AA Ireland has found.

Successful careers forum at The Bish

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

The parents' council at The Bish, together with the students, management, and staff, are very grateful for the support they received for their recent careers' forum.

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