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Our first image today is a beautiful study of part of Shop Street c1900. It is one of a number of Galway city photographs that are in an old album belonging to Norman Healy whom we thank for sharing it with us. The two women in the foreground are in their working clothes, plain black shawls and práiscíns which were heavy canvas working aprons used to carry vegetables or maybe fish in, or wear when they were washing clothes. One is carrying a basket which probably contained product she had to sell, possibly eggs, country butter or vegetables. The other lady may have had a basket strapped to her back. The gentleman behind is wearing an impressive white báinín jacket.

A novel publication entitled ‘Women in Sports Science: A Profile of Leading Irish Researchers’ has launched, aiming to shine a light on the achievements of female researchers in sports science and narrow the gender gap in sports science research, a traditionally male-dominated field.

Garrycastle savoured Westmeath Division 1 LGFA Féile success this past weekend, each member of the Under 15 playing squad making a contribution to the club’s merited competition victory.

Offering a visitor experience like no other, Thoor Ballylee is a 14th century Hiberno-Norman tower that once was the home of one of the greatest literary figures in Irish history, W.B. Yeats.

Boasting a new adventure park, multiple on-site eateries, guided tours and a leisure centre, the new and improved Westport House and Estate is a must visit destination this summer.

There is no better person in the whole of Clare to help you find your match than Ireland's last traditional matchmaker Willie Daly. Willie has been matchmaking for over 50 years and is proud to say that he has matched over 3000 couples in his lifetime. Matchmaking is in his blood, and he is fortunate enough to have inherited the skills of his father and grandfather who also had the gift of making a perfect match.

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.

Aillwee Burren Experience is located in the heart of the Burren Region of Clare, overlooking the Wild Atlantic Way route. It has an array of activities, tours, and shops to keep the whole family happily entertained for a full day out. If you were ever thinking of going, take this as a sign to jump in your car and head to Clare for a fantastic day out you won't forget. Caves, birds, cheese and fudge, what more could anyone want?

Now celebrating its 20th anniversary as Ireland’s top show, Trad on the Prom continues to thrill audiences with outstanding live performances of authentic, traditional Irish music, song and dance.

Ireland's first greenway, the Great Western Greenway is a walking and cycling trail that spans 44 kilometres, running from the town of Westport up to Achill Sound.