Get your garden in shape for summer with Colourfence

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

The holy grail of fencing is having a fence that will transform a garden for the better, but when it comes to maintenance, treating a timber fence can never be called fun.

Visit MLK: Galway's premier destination for bespoke kitchens

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Visit MLK: Galway's premier destination for bespoke kitchensMark Lohan Kitchens (MLK) has swiftly established itself as a go-to destination for homeowners from Galway and surrounding counties seeking bespoke kitchen designs, quality craftsmanship and exceptional service. Since opening its impressive 6,500sq ft showroom in Ballybane Industrial Estate, Galway city, MLK has catered to a diverse clientele over the past year, from first-time renovators and new builds to seasoned home builders, all eager to create their dream kitchens.

Perfect window dressings from Magnolia Blinds and Shutters

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

Magnolia Blinds and Shutters is Ireland's newest blinds and shutters company offering customers a great selection when it comes to dressing your windows. The company offers free fitting and a price guarantee on all products.

Insulate now with grant of up to €3,250 available

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

With the Government grant still in place, West Coast Insulation is recommending homeowners take advantage of the current grant scheme. The scheme to install upgraded insulation has increased the amounts involved to €3,250 (detached houses), €2,550 (semi-detached), €2,050 for mid-terrace and €1,550 for apartments. This usually covers a large percentage of the overall cost of the work and the works can usually be completed in one working day.

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.

Ireland's pets compete to be the next Nose of Tralee

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

The competition which combines The Rose of Tralee and Noah's Ark has returned, with the hunt now on for the winner of the 11th Nose of Tralee Pet Competition.

Paint like a pro: Five ways to update your home’s exterior (without painting the walls)

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

If you want to freshen up your home’s exterior without the hassle of repainting your walls, there are a few smaller projects you can do instead. Read on to discover exterior painting projects you can take on to give your home a fresh, new look.

Glenina Vets expansion ushers in new era for pet care in Galway

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

A cornerstone of veterinary care in Galway for nearly 40 years, Glenina Vets has future proofed its service for future generations of pet owners, by introducing new innovative equipment, renovating the current practice space and adding highly specialised veterinary staff to its team.

Exciting exhibition of unique furniture created by students in ATU

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

An exciting exhibition of unique furniture pieces designed and created by students in the National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design and Technology, Atlantic Technological University (ATU), was opened in the ATU Connemara campus on Tuesday, June 18 by Dr Michael Hannon, VP Academic Affairs and Registrar, ATU Galway-Mayo.

Home energy upgrade information evening with Envirobead

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

Have you got questions about a home energy upgrade, how to apply for SEAI Grants and how to start the process of making your home more energy efficient? Then why not go along to Envirobead’s Home Energy Upgrade Information Evening next Wednesday, June 26 in The Ardilaun Hotel at 8pm.

Paint like a pro: How to paint exterior walls

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

Painting your walls is a great way to protect your exterior and boost your home’s curb appeal. If you want to refresh your exterior walls, but don’t know where to start, read our guide below!

Would you like a free Home Energy Assessment?

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

Homeowners in Galway city and county who register for an upcoming Home Energy Upgrade Information Evening will get a free Home Energy Assessment (HEA) worth €850.

Free Home Energy Assessment up for grabs

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Homeowners in Galway city and county who register for an upcoming Home Energy Upgrade Information Evening will get a free Home Energy Assessment (HEA) worth €850.

Transform your home with a 'Revamp Loan' from Claddagh Credit Union

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Is your home due a refresh this summer? Whether it's a bedroom makeover, a cosy new couch, or any other small project, the Claddagh Credit Union Revamp Loan is here to help you turn your house into the home of your dreams.

Join the circus this summer with Galway Community Circus

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Join Galway Community Circus for circus summer camps from July 1 until 26.

Galway gardeners in with a chance to be crowned Lidl’s Best Garden

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

With gardens across the country bursting to life this spring, Lidl is calling on green-fingered Galway residents to show off their beautifully curated gardens blooming with quality plants and flowers from their local Lidl store, to be in with the chance of being crowed Lidl’s Best Garden.

As the retailer prepares to launch its Garden Event this Thursday 30th May, Lidl’s Best Garden Competition runs to June 14 and will see one lucky winner take the crown and win a €250 Lidl voucher to shop the retailer’s full range of quality products.

Tusla “thrilled and proud” its fostering garden wins People’s Choice Award at Bord Bia Bloom 2024

Wed, Jun 05, 2024

Tusla – Child and Family Agency is “thrilled and proud” with the news today that its Tusla Fostering Garden has won the People’s Choice Award at Bord Bia Bloom 2024.

What not to flush? Unexpected items people attempt to flush down toilets

Thu, May 30, 2024

Dead cats, pizzas, rubber ducks, handbags, and a spear are among the items people in Ireland are attempting to flush down the toilet, according to new research.

The findings were gathered from first-hand reports from expert technicians at Initial Hygiene, one of Ireland’s leading providers of washroom hygiene, vending, and floor mat solutions. The research demonstrates a potential knowledge gap about what can and can’t be safely flushed down the toilet. Other items discovered in toilet bowls include watches, nappies, sex toys, sandwiches, vapes, and even high-denomination bank notes.

Paint like a Pro - how to add colour to your garden with a painted fence

Thu, May 23, 2024

Is your garden fence looking worse for wear after winter? A fresh coat of paint can transform it in no time. Read on for a handy step-by-step guide on how to give your fence a face lift.

Galway's Pavilion Outdoors on show garden at Bloom

Thu, May 23, 2024

Bord Bia BLOOM is scheduled this year for June Bank Holiday and Galway’s Pavilion Outdoors are taking part on one of the most highly anticipated Show Gardens at the event.

The Citroen Floating Lounge Garden is designed by award winning Joe Eustace of Online Garden Designs, and he has chosen a bespoke furniture collection by Pavilion Outdoors to be part of his design. The garden centres around a lounge patio which appears to float weightlessly over the garden. It invites you to relax and unwind as you watch the stresses of life simply float away.

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