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Get outdoors with the award-winning Aran Island Ferries and explore the Aran Islands for spring and summer.

James Hardiman, in his history of Galway lists the fuels available in Galway long ago as coal, turf and bog deal. Bog deal was mostly the roots of trees that had been grown over by the bog over the centuries. It was regarded as a nuisance by the turf cutter who likes nice clean lines as he used his sleán. The turf men usually threw this timber up on top of the bog. It gave out a lot of sparkle, like a mini firework, while it burned in the grate.

Following the incredible success of last year’s inaugural GRETB Celebration of the Arts, the competition is returning next month. Open to all schools under the patronage of Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB), the event showcases talent across more than eleven artistic disciplines. This year, it expands even further with the introduction of a modern dance category and the participation of GRETB’s two Community National Schools.

Kinlay Hostel Galway has been named Best Hostel in Ireland at the prestigious 2025 Hostelworld HOSCAR Awards, an accolade that highlights the hostel’s exceptional service, innovative facilities, and commitment to creating memorable experiences for travellers from around the world.

Boasting scenic views of Galway Bay, the Burren and the Aran Islands, Bearna Golf Club offers a challenging course set in a breathtaking surrounding, making it a must visit location for Galway's golf aficionados.

M Fitzgeralds Bar, one of the most festive bars in the city, is proud to unveil its new Irish cocktails menu, a vibrant celebration of Ireland’s rich heritage and contemporary mixology. The menu features a unique collection of drinks inspired by local flavours and crafted with some of Ireland’s finest spirits.

On this day, October 10, 1937, Coláiste Éinde opened on Threadneedle Road for the first time. The school had been founded by the State in 1928 shortly after the State itself was founded. The aim was to teach boys through the medium of Irish so that they would go on to St Patrick’s Teacher Training College, get secure employment for life and, in turn, educate a new generation of boys through Irish.

The Inis Meáin Blackberry Festival, Féile na bPuiteachaí, returned to the Aran Islands this week for a third year running.

The acclaimed Inis Meáin Blackberry Festival, Féile na bPuiteachaí, returns to the Aran Islands this weekend, Saturday 28, for the third year running, with a mouth-watering line up of events for all ages.