Learn to save a Life

Fri, May 30, 2014

First Aid Training Service is a Galway city based company which provides an extensive range of first aid courses, both locally and nationally. The company was set up in 2001 by Seán Sweeney and Martin Commins. They have both been involved in first aid for most of their adult lives. Their range of courses cover emergency, basic, occupational (FETAC Level 5) and paediatric first aid, basic life support for healthcare providers, CPR, defibrillator training and a new concept in Ireland, CPR parties. CPR parties are aimed specifically at parents, grandparents, babysitters or anyone who cares for children. They take place in the home and are based on the Irish Heart Foundation/American Heart Association guidelines. The course is two hours long and consists of no more than six people. First Aid Training Service is recognised by the Health and Safety Authority, the Irish Heart Foundation and the American Heart Association. All instructors and examiners hold current certification from the Ofaaa (Occupational First Aid Assessment Agency) and instructors hold certification as Emergency Medical Responders accredited to Dublin Fire Brigade and National Ambulance Training College. They are also members of the Irish Institute for Training and Development. They provide courses to corporate clients, clubs, private individuals and healthcare professionals. So contact them today to certify or recertify in these life saving skills First Aid Training service can be contacted on www.firstaid.ie Email [email protected] or call 091 738228, Martin 087 2611574 or Seán 086 8506510

Michael McGinty’s homemade icecream is going down a treat in Castlebar

Fri, May 16, 2014

A chat with some Italian friends in the Algarve inspired Achill man Michael McGinty to set off for Bologna, Italy, to study the fine art of icecream making, and open his own icecream parlour in Castlebar.

Some fishy delights

Fri, May 16, 2014

Clarke's of Ballina have more than 60 years of experience using fish from Clew Bay and the Moy River. As we continue our look at local businesses in Co Mayo, we continue to see the fantastic produce available on our doorstep. Clarke's also offers a service to local anglers lucky enough to land their own memento of the river Moy, Clarke’s will smoke their catch. Yes, you can get oak smoked salmon here in the county. How fresh is that? I know that smoked salmon is a fantastic starter on its own, but I have a little twist to make a modern starter. This is Mayo smoked salmon with a pan fried scallion potato cake, with horseradish and leaves, that will be a tasty delight for four people.

Westport Country Lodge hotel is home away from home

Fri, May 09, 2014

For a home away from home this summer, the Westport Country Lodge is a 21-bedroom boutique hotel which lies within the breathtaking scenery of west Mayo and is just three kilometres from Westport town centre.

Spinning, pilates, teen bootcamp and more

Fri, May 09, 2014

There is a new timetable of classes available to non-members at Castle Leisure Club this May. Parent and toddler swim sessions The next parent and baby/toddler swim classes will be starting on Friday morning, May 16. Classes for children aged one to three years is from 11 to 11.30 am.

Classes for babies up to one year is from 11.30 am to 12 noon. This class is a water awareness and water confidence session. The class is designed to improve confidence in both parent and baby. Through a fun and relaxed environment, babies will learn movement in the water and parents can develop the skills necessary to promote their baby’s confidence. Classes are open to mums and dads with kids under three years of age.

Burrishoole Walking Festival takes in spectacular Clew Bay scenery

Fri, May 09, 2014

A lifetime of local knowledge of the wildlife and heritage in the hills between Newport and Mulranny brings a unique element to the annual Burrishoole Walking Festival. Now in its 27th year, the majority of guides are local farmers, who have been leading visitors, local and international, on the walks each June Bank Holiday weekend since the late 1980s.

Gigantic summer sample sale in Belladonna

Fri, May 09, 2014

It is sale time at Belladonna Bridal, Ireland’s best loved bridal shop located in centrepoint, Liosbán, Galway. In order to make room for the new collections that have started arriving for 2015, Belladonna is holding a gigantic sample sale.

Menopause relief with Care Cure Acupuncture

Fri, May 09, 2014

Menopause can be a traumatic period in a woman’s life. Symptoms include hot flushes, night sweats, insomnia, mood swings, memory loss, vaginal dryness, headaches, joint pain, and weight gain.

Open day for wedding couples at Breaffy House Resort

Fri, May 02, 2014

Breaffy House Resort is holding an open afternoon for couples getting married on Sunday June 1.

Get summer ready at Anna’s Fashions

Fri, May 02, 2014

Anna’s Fashion, which brings top fashion lines from all over Europe to a boutique store on Linenhall Street, Castlebar, has a new and exciting line of casual and smart wear which is right on trend for this summer, whether you are a mother of the bride or want something casual but beautiful to wear on your holidays.

New labels arriving in store include dresses by Viccio of Spain, knitwear by Rabe, jeans by Brax, fabulous shirts by Just White, and an exciting Spanish range of knitwear and dresses by Diva.