Strange visions and beliefs in the west of Ireland

Thu, Oct 31, 2013

Until recent times there was widespread belief in fairies; both the malignant and the more innocent kind. Many people believed that the fairies would steal away certain children, or an adult, and replace them with a changeling. These beliefs were mostly found in rural communities; and were often an attempt to explain, or to invite compassion or ‘kindness’ for a handicapped child, or someone who was temporarily ‘not themselves.’ The phrases used to describe this transformation are various; but locally included the words ‘touched’, or ‘swept’, or ‘taken’.

Building a better relationship with your teenager

Thu, Oct 24, 2013

Slammed doors. Endless arguments. Cries of “You don’t understand me.” “I hate you.”

HSE warns one thousand people could die from flu related illnesses

Thu, Oct 24, 2013

People aged over 65, pregnant women and residents of nursing homes are some of the at risk group whom the HSE West is urging to get vaccinated against flu this season.

Homecare Physio — physiotherapy that comes to you

Thu, Oct 24, 2013

An innovative company that brings physiotherapy to you has been launched in Galway. Established by local healthcare professional John Butler, Homecare Physio aims to provide a physiotherapy service in the home, nursing home, or workplace. The service is there for people who are unable to attend their local clinic for essential physiotherapy due to poor mobility, lack of access to transport, or time restrictions.

Look ten years younger with new anti-ageing treatment at Therapie Clinic

Thu, Oct 24, 2013

Pioneering skin clinic Therapie Clinic has introduced a revolutionary new anti-ageing treatment called iPixel, which can turn back the hands of time and help clients look an incredible 10 years younger.

Leading dermatologists have deemed it to be the most effective and results-driven technology in the world. The treatment treats fine lines, wrinkles, and discolourations from deep within the skin. It also works on texture and tone, all of the tell-tale signs of ageing. The treated area gradually rejuvenates over the course of a customised treatment plan, usually a course of five treatments, at three-to-four week intervals. The results are simply incredible and are set to change the way we approach ageing, forever.

The Galway Jute Spinning Company

Thu, Oct 24, 2013

There seems to have been a few different names on this business but it was known locally as the bag factory. The chairman, Lieutenant Colonel James O’Hara, reported to the Select Committee on Industries Ireland (1884-85) on the company.

‘It was the landlord’s right to do as he pleased.’

Thu, Oct 24, 2013

The succession by the infamous Marcella Netterville to a large estate near Mount Bellew, Co Galway, in the 1820s owed as much to chance as it was to her unlikely mother-in-law, with the wonderful name, Kitty Cut-a-Dash. The Nettervilles were an ancient Norman family, who came to Galway from County Meath after purchasing land from the Bellew family. A judicious marriage with the Trenchs of Garbally, Ballinasloe, increased their holdings. It appears that for a time both the Nettervilles and their tenants lived at peace and in some prosperity, at least until Frederick Netterville began to spread his wild oats somewhat wide of the field.

Back to basics

Thu, Oct 17, 2013

It is the biggest single cause of sickness, disability and loss to industry with almost half the population suffering in any given year.

Yoga for everyone in Drom

Thu, Oct 17, 2013

James O’Donnell of Bikefit.ie has teamed up with Deirdre O’Toole of Yoga Ripples to offer yoga at the gym in Drom, home of Salthill Devon Football Club in Galway.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Oct 17, 2013

There are three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan — diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect — one will not work without the other.

Digestive health clinic comes to Galway

Thu, Oct 17, 2013

One in three Irish people experience digestive problems regularly, including heartburn, indigestion, bloating, wind, belching, low energy, and poor concentration.

Survey reveals extent of water wastage in Galway homes

Thu, Oct 17, 2013

The majority of Galway people underestimate how much water they use at home, according to the results of a survey published by Irish Water this week.

Safeguard your children online for €20

Thu, Oct 17, 2013

The Learning Institute, Galway, has announced that it has been successful in securing funding from the ICS (Irish Computer Society). As a result of this, The Learning Institute is now offering a range of computer courses for beginners for just €20.

Participants undertaking the Safeguard your Children Online course will be taught how to make use of the internet, send email, use internet telephone services such as Skype, and do shopping and banking online, with an additional focus on internet security basics and parental controls. This programme will also walk participants through Facebook set-up and privacy settings.

The heartless evictions from the Gerrard estate, 1846

Thu, Oct 17, 2013

Friday March 13 1846 turned out to be a very unlucky day for the 447 tenants on the Gerrard estate in the townland of Ballinlass, near Mount Bellew Co Galway. Shortly after dawn the sheriff, accompanied by a large force of the 49th Regiment under the command of Captain Browne, and an equally large detachment of police, arrived at ‘the place marked out for destruction.’ Despite the vehement protestations of the people, and their insistence that they had their rent money ready for payment, and that their repeated efforts to pay their rent was refused, the soldiers and police began systematically to demolish their homes, 67 in number. *

The Galway jute factory

Thu, Oct 17, 2013

The Galway Vindicator and Connaught Advertiser of December 24 1851 carried an advertisement which read “TO BE LET, for such terms as may be agreed upon, and immediate possession given. EARL’S ISLAND MILL AND BLEACH GREEN. These well-known concerns occupied for so many years by the late Mr Mitchell, Linen Manufacturer, Miller, Bleacher, have always been esteemed to point of situation; preferable to every other site in Galway, but the improvement made by the Board of Works under the inspection of their skilful engineer SU Roberts ... have rendered it superior to any in the Kingdom. The land will be secured against being flooded for any part of the year. The Mill Race has been changed ... the Mill Power amended and is now equal to 40 horse power. The canal between Lough Corrib and the sea leaves the lake at the very point on which the Mill stands. The layby for boats is within 20 yards of it, and the spacious quay with landing crane and every accommodation for shipping goods will adjoin.”

Caring for the customer

Thu, Oct 10, 2013

If you are a business owner how can you gain the competitive edge today as companies are folding and sales figures plummeting?

The Coole door knocker will rat-a-tat-tat once again

Thu, Oct 10, 2013

How many famous people lifted that heavy brass knocker on the door of Lady Augusta Gregory’s home at Coole, Co Galway, and gave it a resounding rat- a -tat -tat? It resounded again last weekend with all the authority of a grumpy judge’s gavel. The writer and broadcaster John Quinn, chairman of the 19th Autumn Gathering, used it to great effect to keep speakers to their time, and to summon people to the next event.

Superfood for your skin

Thu, Oct 03, 2013

We’ve heard of the benefits of omegas for our health and now thanks to Mama Mio OMega Body Oil we can feed our skin the ultimate superfood.

This luxurious oil glides on easily and dries instantly without any stickiness or residue. Bursting with the delicious scents of safflower, sweet almond and jojoba oils it promises to supercharge even the driest skin, leaving you with a radiant, fit and healthy glow.

Eco friendly Christmas gifts from Weleda

Thu, Oct 03, 2013

It’s weeks away but some savvy shoppers are already on the lookout for Christmas bargains.

Getting a buzz the natural way

Thu, Oct 03, 2013

Is there a party on the horizon? Or are you thinking ahead to the festive season? If so, it may be time to think of getting your party pout ready in time for the celebrations.

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