Celebrate Easter at the Radisson RED Galway

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

Radisson RED Galway is the city’s newest hotel and the ultimate destination for special celebrations.

Hitting 60 with a new figure and renewed vigour

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

Having lost nearly two stone at her local Slimming World group in Tuam, Pauline Singleton Lynch has trained as a consultant for Slimming World and will launch a new group in Headford on April 24.

Easter Sunday lunch at Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Estate

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

The River Room at Glenlo Abbey, aptly named as it has stunning views not only of the estate but also of Lough Corrib, is the ideal place to gather with family and friends this Easter Sunday.

Easter Sunday lunch at Dillisk on the Dock, Harbour Hotel

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

Celebrate Easter in style this year at Dillisk on the Dock, Harbour Hotel, Galway’s hidden gem. Join the team at Dillisk this Easter Sunday for a delightful three course lunch menu crafted with the freshest local ingredients — all for just €35 per person.

Kavanagh brothers

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Seamus Kavanagh grew up in the village of Finod, near Easkey in Co Sligo. He went to the Technical School there and the principal suggested he apply for a position as a trainee electrician with T Naughton & Sons in Galway. His colleague at work, Paschal Spelman introduced him to the Order of Malta which became a life-long interest. He did a correspondence course and qualified as an electrician. Rural electrification brought about major changes in the home, and new electric appliances were in high demand, and Seamus found himself selling these and travelling throughout the county installing them.

Boost your career and unlock new opportunities with GRETB evening courses

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

The GRETB Training Centre in Mervue Business Park, Galway, has introduced its latest range of evening courses, commencing on Monday, April 14. These courses are designed to help you enhance your skills, advance your career, and explore new opportunities, all under the guidance of expert tutors.

Classes run on Monday and/or Wednesday evenings from 6.30pm to 9.30pm. Registration is quick and easy online at www.fetchcourses.ie. Simply use the Fetch registration number as follows:

ATU academics secure National Challenge funding for transport and aquaculture projects

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Two ATU academics, Dr Amaya Vega and Dr Niall Maloney, have been successful in securing National Challenge Funding for research projects in two thematic areas, Sustainable Communities (transport) and Future Food Systems (aquaculture). They are among ten finalists in the competitive programme announced by Higher Education Minister James Lawless.

Galway Study Academy: helping students reach their full potential

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Galway Study Academy is Galway’s premier centre for academic excellence. Founded by Galway teacher and All-Ireland winning football coach Alan Glynn, the academy is driven by his mission to connect Galway’s top teachers with ambitious students. The goal is to create a focused, supportive environment where learners can thrive and achieve academic excellence.

A standout feature of the academy’s programme is its intensive Easter revision courses, designed to help students prepare effectively for the Junior and Leaving Cert. These high-impact, subject-specific sessions follow the “one day, one grade” approach, to deliver significant academic progress in just one day.

Getting through the orals

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

As the Leaving Cert orals approach, it is important to remain calm and organised to try to get the most marks for your oral examinations. It is never too late to start preparing, even if you only start a few days before the examination. Whether you are starting your European language or Irish oral, here are some tips to try and make the oral exam easier.

A handsome result

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

The results are in. Just Eat, Ireland’s leading on-demand food delivery platform, has announced the winners of its annual awards, which celebrate the public’s favourite restaurants and partners across Ireland. This year’s ‘Best of Ireland’ award has been won by Handsome Burger. They received the highest number of votes cast by the Irish public, both in its category (Best Burger & American) and overall.

Concerning mental health levels place Ireland at bottom of EU rankings

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Global insights of the annual AXA Mind Health Report reveal concerning mental health statistics for Ireland, health insurance provider Laya healthcare has warned.

Paint like a pro: How to revive your decking

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

At Pat McDonnell Paints, we get many questions around this time of year on how to breathe new life into old decking. If you have decided that it’s time to spruce up your deck, check out our handy step-by-step guide below.

Cúirt, the early years

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

When Fred Johnston was appointed as literary officer in the embryonic Galway Arts Centre, he was asked, on his first day, if he had any plans. He told the then director Dick Donoghue of a dream he had ever since reading Daniel Corkery’s book Hidden Ireland in which the author discussed how ‘courts of poetry’ which had been set up after the Flight of the Earls where poets would gather and recite their works. Fred’s idea was to establish such a court that would introduce international, national and local poets to a Galway audience, a sacred place for the celebration of poetry where it might sing again to big audiences. He did not want poetry to constitute a cultural hidden Ireland.

Achieve your goals with further education at Galway Community College

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Continuous learning and skill development are more important than ever. Whether you're starting your career journey after your Leaving Certificate, or wanting to explore new opportunities, further education can be the key to achieving your goals. Galway Community College is proud to offer a diverse range of QQI accredited courses designed to meet the needs of learners at all stages of life. Courses are designed to help students achieve the necessary points to gain entry into university or improve employment prospects with necessary qualifications.

At Galway Community College, they understand that education is not a one-size-fits-all journey. They offer full-time programs in may different areas to meet our learners needs from year to year. Our dedicated and experienced teachers are passionate about helping students succeed, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment in small classes in a friendly and inclusive environment. Whether you're interested in Business, Science, Healthcare, Early Learning and Care, SNA, Sport, Motor Technology, Horticulture, Computer Science, Theatre, Film or Music, you'll find a course that aligns with your interests and career aspirations.

Qualify as an office administrator in one year

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway Community College Legal Secretary, Medical Secretary and Office Administrator Course is an extremely popular course due to its continued success rate as 90% of its graduates obtain full time and part-time employment in a Legal Practice, Medical Practice, Hospital Administration, Public Service and as Office Administrators in multinational companies within six months of graduating. The remainder of the students’ progress to higher education courses in ATU, University of Galway and Apprenticeship Programmes.

It is a full time course qualifying with an Office Administration Award QQI Level 5, where you obtain the following skillsets: proficient in the usage of software packages such as MS Office Suite, Olympus Audio Transcription, 50 wpm typing speed, produce legal, medical and general documents in a range of commonly used business layouts and styles.

Galway hosts National Further Education and Training (FET) Learner Forum

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Last week 82 adult learners from Galway and Roscommon gathered at the Connacht Hotel in Galway City for a regional meeting of the National Further Education and Training (FET) Learner Forum. The event offered a platform for learners to share their experiences, discuss their learning journeys, and contribute to shaping the future of further education in Ireland.

Breaking Bread at work improves staff morale and mental health

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Public health research predominantly indicates that social connectedness not only promotes overall health, but determines better mental health. Mixing socially has positive health benefits, which infers that social workplaces can potentially deliver the connection and community that supports happier employees.

Designing dream bathrooms with Bathshack

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Sorcha and Connor wanted to modernise their bathrooms, creating stylish, functional spaces that suited their growing family's needs. Turning to Bathshack for inspiration and expertise, they embarked on a renovation that combined practicality with stunning design.

Home Energy Upgrade information evening

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Have you got questions about a Home Energy Upgrade, how to apply for SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) Grants or when to start the process of making your home more energy efficient?

Komandor - The art of space management

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Komandor loves to see its clients' rooms transformed from a space to a room filled with storage.

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