How 20 minutes of reading a day can reduce your risk of a heart attack

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

Dedicating just 20 minutes a day to reading could offer significant benefits, including reducing your risk of a heart attack. This simple habit not only enriches the mind but also contributes to heart health in several profound ways.

Mubin Ahmed from Awesome Books tells us how.

Galway Hooker Secret Sessions kick off tomorrow in Galway city

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

Galway city is abuzz with excitement as the highly anticipated Galway Hooker Secret Sessions series of events begin today, Thursday, July 18. This unique event, nestled in a top-secret location in the heart of the city, promises a blend of excellent brews, lively entertainment, and an unforgettable atmosphere.

The men of ‘34

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

There has been so much hype recently about how Galway had not beaten Dublin in football for 90 years that it got me wondering, what were those men of 1934 like? They must have been mighty men. They were! This is who they were –

Esquires Coffee opens 16th Irish store in Wellpark Retail Centre

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Esquires Coffee has opened in Wellpark Retail Centre in Galway city, bringing the number of Esquires Coffee stores in Ireland to a total of 16.

Blackrock Cottage summer launch a great success

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Blackrock Cottage announced details of some exciting new initiatives at its summer launch event this week.

Top travel trends from JWT Travel

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Are you looking for last minute travel inspiration or exciting ideas for 2025? Travel expert Caroline O’Toole, head of cruises and luxury holidays at JWT Travel, shares her top trends.

Galway-based Lally Tours named among the top ten per cent of things to do worldwide

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Lally Tours has been recognised among the top things to do worldwide in Tripadivsor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards 2024. The award honours businesses that consistently earn great reviews, placing them among the top 10 per cent of listings around the world on Tripadvisor.

Discover magical southern Italy with an escorted tour

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Escorted tours are now on sale for 2025 and early booking is essential to ensure your first choice.

Growing in popularity is the tour of Puglia in the southern 'heel' of Italy. Fahy Travel featured it previously and it was booked out well in advance. This is such a diverse region with so much to see, an escorted tour is a great option — you can simply sit back and let someone else do the driving, Enjoy expert guides, great food and sharing your experience with like-minded holiday makers .

Shannon Airport’s new mobile app is first of its kind to feature augmented reality and smartwatch integration

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Shannon Airport has this week launched its new mobile app, which is designed to make the customer experience even easier. The new app, available to download for free from the App Store and Google Play, boasts a range of innovative features that will ensure the journey through Shannon Airport is as smooth as possible, from booking flights and car parking through to check-in and departure.

Meet your surgeon — Dr Kevin McDonald of Tir na nOg Clinic

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Tir na nOg Clinic is a family run clinic specialising in hair transplant surgery, led by Dr Kevin McDonald. A dedicated surgeon from Baldoyle, Dublin, Dr Kevin completed his medical education at the University of Galway in 1999, initially specialising in cardiothoracic surgery.

How to lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

The System 10 weight loss plan, which is in operation for over 20 years, aims to offer participants the opportunity to potentially lose up to two stone in 10 weeks. Grace has been involved with the System 10 Programme for over 12 years and through her clinics has helped thousands of people achieve their health and wellness goals.

Participants sought for new Galway-based osteoporosis study

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Osteoporosis makes your bones weak and more likely to break easily. Millions of people in the world have osteoporosis and almost 500,000 Irish people have been diagnosed with osteoporosis.

Easing menopause symptoms with hyperbaric oxygen

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Menopause is a natural part of life that millions of women experience, and it can bring many uncomfortable symptoms. Hyperbaric oxygenation (HBOT) is a promising tool that can help alleviate some of these symptoms.

Hoare welcomes upgrade of Children’s Millennium Playground

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Councillor Eddie Hoare has welcomed confirmation that the Children’s Millennium Playground on University Road is set to be fully upgraded in the coming months. A contractor will be appointed in July.

Galway slimmer feels on top of the world after losing over 4.5 stone

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

When Juliana Byrne climbed Diamond Hill in May, she achieved a lifelong goal and felt on top of the world. She had made two previous attempts but failed both times.

Huge range of engineered solid wood at Floor Store Direct

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Engineered solid wood is like solid timber but with a twist. The real wood is pressed onto a plywood base which provides stability not usually associated with solid wood. Because of this stability, all engineered floors are suitable for use with underfloor heating.

How to keep ants at bay ahead of flying ant day

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Rentokil, Ireland’s leading pest control provider, is preparing the public for the annual phenomenon known as flying ant day, a period typically in late July and early August, rather than a single day, when the insects begin to emerge from their nests to mate.

Five ways to get the most out of your fitness recovery at home

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

As the weather gets warmer, the family cycling trips are in full swing, the running shoes are being dusted off and people are working towards hitting their fitness goals this summer. However, after your exercise is complete, what is the best way to relax and prioritise self-care this summer?

Menlo heroes

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

On this day 85 years ago, the fourth of July 1929, rowing history was made at Galway Regatta when a crew from the Menlo Emmetts Club brought the Senior Eights Championship trophy to Galway for the first time. All of the crew were from the small village a few miles up the Corrib, were native Irish speakers, and had lived locally and worked by the river all of their lives.

The importance of teaching the adults of tomorrow to respect animals

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Local animal rescues and charities are looking to the adults and leaders of tomorrow to revolutionise how we treat, communicate and understand animals as part of groundbreaking pilot and education schemes.

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