Lose up to 35lbs in ten weeks with food, exercise, and metabolism correction

Thu, Mar 14, 2013

System 10 is a step-by-step individualised plan of normal food, precise exercise, and nutrition designed to give you a great metabolism and your best weight loss and body shape ever. It was created by dietician, fitness trainer, and lecturer David McDonagh.

All about mums

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

This week is dedicated to all things mummy. With Mother’s Day approaching this Sunday, March 10, I have been doing some research to help you find your mother the perfect gift. I always find it impossible to find something for my mum, as the unfortunate thing is, she is a dedicated follower of fashion (you now know where I get it from), so, similar to her daughter, her tastes are particular, and she already has quite the selection of clothes in her wardrobe from working in retail. That said, she is usually very good at hinting to my sister and me as to what she is lacking, and would like for Mothering Sunday. If you need some inspiration this week, I hope these ideas will give you a helping hand.

All about mums

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

This week is dedicated to all things mummy. With Mother’s Day approaching this Sunday, March 10, I have been doing some research to help you find your mother the perfect gift. I always find it impossible to find something for my mum, as the unfortunate thing is, she is a dedicated follower of fashion (you now know where I get it from), so, similar to her daughter, her tastes are particular, and she already has quite the selection of clothes in her wardrobe from working in retail. That said, she is usually very good at hinting to my sister and me as to what she is lacking, and would like for Mothering Sunday. If you need some inspiration this week, I hope these ideas will give you a helping hand.

Hair stylist Amy Martyn joins salon team in Loughrea

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Amy Martyn joins the team of stylists at In Trim Salon, Dunkellin Street, Loughrea, today (Thursday). She brings a wealth of experience from city centre salons and more recently from the busy town of Athenry.

Step into spring in style at Kilkenny

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Spring summer fashion has arrived at the Kilkenny shop. Whether you like to make a statement or keep things simple, you can be sure to find something to suit your style in the Kilkenny shop. As always, Kilkenny brings you a fabulous range of stylish staple separates to make sure you’re on top of your fashion game this season.

Here are some trends for the perfect spring summer wardrobe, with clever tips on how best to incorporate the season’s new looks into your existing wardrobe.

The Book Shelf...

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Following the huge success of The Great British Bake-off (a format TV3 hope to imitate soon with The Great Irish Bake-off), Mary Berry’s star continues to rise among a whole new generation who were not born the first time she was famous. And, not surprisingly, the cookery books continue to be churned out to meet this new demand.

The state of the nation

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

In France, there is a distinctive culture of French food that is undeniable, food made with pride, using exquisite ingredients and techniques. There are world renowned culinary schools and regional specialities. To not experience the food, is to not truly experience France. Produce is affordable and accessible. Food is part of French life in a natural way, a country with strong rural traditions and great respect for food from the farm.

Discover the benefits of nutritional therapy

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Eating a predominantly plant based diet can have very positive effects on both physical and mental health. Rosanna Davison, final year nutritional therapy student at the College of Naturopathic Medicine, switched over 18 months ago. “Within two weeks I began to notice the many benefits, including improved energy, sleep, mental clarity and calmness, improved immunity, and increased fitness and muscle tone,” she said. “I have learned the true secret to improved long-term health and weight management, and what’s more that it is really easy.”

Author of Canada bestseller The Boreal Herbal to visit Galway

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

What are the benefits of herbs and how can we use them in our everyday lives? The bestselling author of the beautifully presented and illustrated book The Boreal Herbal will discuss these question in a talk and free demonstration this weekend.

Learn to sail with Galway Bay Sailing Club

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Did you ever dream of sailing in the open sea, crashing through waves as you steer your craft with the wind in your face? Whether you enjoy exhilarating challenges or just like to float around in the sun; the beauty of sailing is that there are days for everybody.

Neutral appeal

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Classic neutrals are the spring story from Peruzzi’s latest collection. The emphasis is on quality tailoring which has timeless appeal.

Spot-on

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Spots are the bane of many people’s lives. They appear when we least want or expect them, affecting our confidence and mood.

There are many different reasons why we get spots. Triggers may include an unbalanced diet, hormonal cycle, oily skin, shaving, seasonal change or stress. According to experts, the development of the imperfection depends on the amount of bacteria present on our skin. So the more bacteria that exists on the skin the easier it is for spots to develop.

Getting shirty

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Play it safe or get noticed? That is the question facing fashion conscious men this season. Attention to detail, style and shape is paramount for spring/summer, according to CasaModa.

With three collections on offer - Club, Sport and Heritage - which can be worn individually or mixed - it has an extensive selection from which to choose.

Beat scalp discomfort

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

With more than 230 nerve endings per square centimetre, the scalp is one of the most nerve-rich organs in the body and also one of the most vulnerable.

Nail it

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Inject a little colour into your life this season by making a fashion statement with your nails. Max Factor has launched 18 new mini nail Polish shades inspired by the spring/summer catwalks.

Competition winners

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

The winner of the Hot Cinnamon Bodywrap voucher is Nora Commins, Castle Park, Ballybane, while the lucky winner of the Barry’s haircare hamper is Margaret Donoghue, Sruthan Mhuirlinne, Ballybane.

A procession on O’Brien’s Bridge

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

Our photograph today is of a group from the Sodality in the Jes being led by Bobby Molloy with the IHS flag. They are crossing O’Brien’s Bridge as part of the annual Procession of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Willy Forken is in front of the right hand row, and among the others are Johnny Holland and Johnny Whelan.

The really ‘cultivated classes’ were the Irish themselves

Thu, Mar 07, 2013

“ We are no petty people. We are of the great stocks of Europe. We are the people of Burke; we are the people of Swift, the people of Emmet, the people of Parnell. We have created most of the modern literature of this country. We have created the best of its political intelligence...." so spoke out WB Yeats proudly, during a passionate debate in the senate in June 1925.

Student revolutionaries

Thu, Feb 28, 2013

Seamus Murphy was the officer commanding the Galway Brigade of the IRA from 1917 to 1920. He was very conservative and vetoed a lot of proposed operations. He eventually moved back to Dublin where he was heard complaining that he could not get any Galway men to fight.

What more could a landlord do?

Thu, Feb 28, 2013

Despite some honourable exceptions the conduct of most Galway landowners to their tenants during the latter part of the 19th century was a disgrace. It led to disastrous social consequences. Although ultimately, the landed class were removed from their houses and lands, as a result of the Land War and acts of parliament; in many cases the peasantry too was decimated, demoralised and scattered to the winds.

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