Afghan refugees welcomed to NUI Galway

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

A group of 22 female Afghan refugees have been welcomed to NUI Galway to learn about the opportunities for higher education at the University.

Forget the populists, the Government is doing fine

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

A few short weeks ago, we were convulsed by the popping of some champagne corks in Iveagh House. This followed prolonged agonising over whether the partition in The Station House Hotel, in idyllic Clifden, was opened or closed.

GMIT launches new tourism industry skills ‘bootcamps’ for secondary school students

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

The Galway International Hotel School, GMIT, has launched an innovative series of short one-week courses designed for transition and fifth year secondary school students to help them prepare for jobs in the tourism industry this coming season.

Alcoholics Anonymous Galway to hold online zoom meeting on Friday evening

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Alcoholics Anonymous Galway are inviting people to join their online (Zoom) Public Open Meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous this Friday March 18 2022, at 7:30pm.

To join the Zoom Meeting, please use the Zoom Meeting ID: 84505621069 and the link https://zoom.us/j/84505621069

Virtue Shine, the self-taught inspiration behind Emerald and Wax Designs

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Self-taught designer and owner of her brand, Emerald and Wax Designs, Virtue Shine is a powerhouse woman settled in Barna, County Galway. Inspired by her Ghanian upbringing and love for Japanese architecture, Virtue creates unique and vibrant designs, which she describes as “wearable art”. Chatting to Virtue, I learned about the inspirations behind her brand, as well as the struggles that still face women in Ireland’s business field.

Galway company spearheads new programme to help people with an acquired brain injury return to work

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

A Galway-based specialist training provider is part of a groundbreaking, European-wide project to assist people with an acquired brain injury to successfully return to the workplace.

The team from Quest Brain Injury Services are working with partners in the Netherlands, Slovenia, Belgium, and Portugal, to spearhead a comprehensive report and roadmaps which will facilitate reintegration into employment for people who have cognitive impairments as a result of a brain injury.

Local design company to represent Galway at National Enterprise Awards

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

A well-known design business is this year’s winner of the Galway County Enterprise Award for 2022.

Lidl to open new store in Knocknacarra next week

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Lidl Ireland will open a brand-new store in Knocknacarra next week. The new state-of-the-art store is guaranteed to offer shoppers Lidl’s renowned range of top-quality products at market leading prices.

SRA annual seniors party

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

The Shantalla Residents association has announced the return of its annual seniors party on Sunday March 27 at the Clybaun Hotel.

The party will be free to all senior residents of Shantalla. This Sunday, March 20, tickets will be available to collect from St Joseph’s Community Centre, Shantalla, between 12 noon and 2pm. There will also be a limited number of tickets available to purchase for family and friends, at €25.

Self Help Africa Table Quiz for Ukraine

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Self Help Africa are having a Table Quiz in Tom Sheridan’s Pub, Knocknacarra, Galway on Tuesday March 22 at 8.30pm with proceeds going towards their work in Ukraine where they are delivering medical supplies within Ukraine and also helping refugees with food, blankets, water and medical supplies and emotional support.

New WASTED programme aims to cut food waste in the foodservice industry

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

GIY has joined forces with some of Ireland’s top chefs to launch WASTED, a national, peer-to-peer, education programme for chefs to reduce food waste in the foodservice industry. The initiative is supported by the Department of Environment, Climate Action, and Communications and the Environmental Protection Agency as part of the Circular Economy Innovation Grant Scheme.

Stir-fried chicken with egg fried rice

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

This recipe from Bord Bia is a great way to use up leftover rice sitting in the fridge. A few minutes in a hot pan will bring it back to life. You can also make it using a pouch of cooked rice or mixed grains.

Serves four. Time: 30 minutes.

Huge all-star line up of country, folk-rock and trad acts announced for Salthill Live in Pearse Stadium

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

An all-star line up of top country, trad and folk rock acts will take to the stage in Pearse Stadium this summer when Monroe’s presents ‘Salthill Live’ — Nathan Carter, Dan McCabe, Sharon Shannon, Hermitage Green, Una Healy and Furry Village are all confirmed to deliver a monster day of live music in Pearse Stadium, Galway on bank holiday Sunday, June 5.

Discover the Wild — team building adventures at Wildlands

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Planning a staff day out, a team meeting, or looking for ways to reward your employees? After two years of disconnect, now is the time to reunite, create new memories and have fun. Build unity and camaraderie among your team while taking on a series of exciting adventures and challenges at Wildlands in a safe, spacious environment.

Christ Embassy — Helping millions experience a victorious life

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Pastor Dr Chris Oyakhilome is the President of the Loveworld Inc. (aka Christ EMBASSY), a dynamic, multifaceted, global ministry. As a pastor, teacher healing minister, television host, and best-selling author, Pastor Chris has a passion to reach the people of the world with God’s presence- a divine commission he has fulfilled for more than 30 years and help millions experience a victorious and purposeful life in God’s Word.

Umbrella Eile looking for a new home

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Umbrella Eile is a Galway-based social enterprise set up to help connect and support independent traders and small business owners. Since our inception in 2020, they have established a growing community of over 60 locally based crafters and traders, with the main goal of creating a positive social impact in Galway.

The Ardilaun Hotel celebrates sixty years in business on St Patrick’s Day

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

The Ardilaun Hotel proudly celebrates its 60th birthday this St. Patrick’s Day and is marking the occasion with some complimentary refreshments for their local guests and hotel residents for everyone to share and enjoy on this momentous day. The hotel, which opened their doors for the first time on March 17 1962 by founders Paddy and Breda Ryan, is delighted to be celebrating 60 years this weekend.

Access for All Galway, BRIDGE project celebrated International Women’s Day

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Two groups of women in Galway joined forces last week with each other and women around the world to support gender equality and #BreakTheBias.

We deserve to enjoy this St Patrick’s Day

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

It is hard to believe that tomorrow afternoon when parades wind their way through the streets and boreens of our cities and towns, that it will have been three years since we were last able to enjoy such a vista.