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Blas na Gaillimhe - A Taste of Galway food network and festival that celebrates Galway's unique year-round hospitality is kickstarting a month of deliciousness in May.

Where did the WAW idea originate?

If you have ever dreamed of teeing off against a backdrop of rolling green hills, showstopping coastlines while surrounded by picturesque landscapes, then the Wild Atlantic Way is a must visit destination for keen golfers.

What is this Wild Atlantic Way you speak of? Are you ready for the journey of a lifetime that will take you along the snaking route of one of the most westerly parts of Europe, where the ocean kisses Ireland; that bitter bowl of tears that brought so many people from this island right across the world for centuries.

Spend the day enjoying the serenity of island life, breathing in the fresh sea breeze, and learning about the history and nature of Ireland's west coast on a day-trip to Inis Mór by Aran Island Ferries. Become transfixed with the beautiful scenery of island life as you pedal across the largest of the Aran Islands.

The town of Galway was virtually an independent city state, self-contained politically and ecclesiastically, relying on its own resources as it was cut off from the central English authority until the 16th century. Then, the Tudors began to extend their influence westwards so that the city gradually came totally under their dominion. The real symbol of that growing influence was the fortifications, four in number, raised to defend this all-important location against all enemies, notably France and Spain.

Netflix’s latest rom-com film release Irish Wish follows Lindsey Lohan as Maddie on her journey to Ireland as she takes on bridesmaid duties for her best friend’s wedding.

Winless and goalless in their last three league games, the adrenaline wave of a return to the top-flight has worn off for Galway United. John Caulfield's side have established themselves as one of the toughest defences to face this season. However, in terms of attacking, United leave a lot to be desired. It could be the perfect moment for a reshuffle in attack for Caulfield.

A masters degree programme being run at University College Cork will help the Saolta University Health Care Group, which runs the public hospitals in the west and north-west of the country, boost the number of radiographers on its books.

JAMIE CONLON