In its traditional form, yoga is a philosophy of all-round personal development—a gentle way to health and well-being. It’s been in existence for thousands of years, encompassing mind, body, spirit, diet, your attitude to yourself and others, as well as the environment. But in the West, it usually means Hatha yoga, which focuses on the… Read more »
The concept of having your own personal travel agent who gives you the best possible personal service around the clock may be relatively new, but it’s clearly proving a great success with customers in Co Galway, which now has a new travel Counsellor in the area. Based locally in Belclare, Maeve Doherty (pictured right) has… Read more »
The death has occurred of Patricia (Patsy) Brennan (née Purcell), Claregalway, Galway (formerly Tubbercurry and Castleknock), peacefully, surrounded by her family in the gentle care of the staff at Mystical Rose nursing home; Patricia beloved wife of the late Jim and much loved mother of Gerard, James, John, Mary and Trish. Sadly missed by her children, brother Seamus,… Read more »
The Gardaí are advising that business premises should be secured with alarms and where possible with CCTV. Holiday homes are also vulnerable. A number of holiday homes in the Headford area have been targeted by thieves knowing that there was nobody on the premises at the time. This is where CCTV or alarms or having… Read more »
The chairs of both Galway City and County Councils have expressed their surprise at the announcement last week by Minister Alan Kelly that a review is to take place of local government arrangements in Galway. The review will examine whether the two local authorities serving the county should be merged. It will also examine the… Read more »
The U14 soccer team of Coláiste Bhaile Chláir returned to winning ways today as they overcame the challenge of Coláiste na Coiribe to advance to the quarter finals of their competition, at a superb Mervue venue. With a display of excellent team work and attitude, they ran out deserving winners and their inclusion in the… Read more »
When we allow ourselves to understand the impact our actions have on ourselves, we realise the necessity to take loving action. We each have the power to correct conditions within as well as to affect the world we live in. There are so many ways to apply love in our everyday lives. Yet, if we… Read more »
In a statement issued today Galway Independent Senator Fidelma Healy Eames has questioned the merits of the State selling its share in Aer Lingus. ‘There appears to be more disadvantages than advantages to the State agreeing to the sale of Aer Lingus’s 25% stake. Jobs and connectivity, particularly to Shannon and the Western region, are… Read more »
Lizzy’s Homemade Jams and Chutneys are Made with Love in Caherlistrane, County Galway, Ireland. Choose from Plum & Apple Jam, Orange Marmalade, Sweet Chilli Relish, Chutney for Cheese, Tomato & Fennel and Sweet Onion Relish. Dairy & Gluten Free. Lizzy’s Homemade Jams & Chutneys are based in Caherlistrane, County Galway, five mins from Headford, ten mins… Read more »
Do you have a child’s Communion or Confirmation coming up in 2015? Would you like to have this event catered for free? If so, get yourself down to The Arches Hotel in Claregalway for the food and wine tasting evening on Friday January 30th at 8pm. The event is being hosted to launch the hotel’s… Read more »
Rockmount Riding Centre is one of the oldest and largest riding centres in the west of Ireland. Established in 1972 by John and Treasa Moore, it is now operated by the couple’s son David and his wife Verran. Located just 6km from Galway city on the N17 close to Claregalway village, the facility caters for the… Read more »
The refurbishment of Ashford Castle, Ireland’s best known five star hotel, is continuing with the complete re-decoration of 55 guest suites and many areas within the historic hotel. The multi-million euro investment by new owners of the Red Carnation Hotel Group aim to position Ashford Castle as one of the world’s leading destinations. Auctioneer Aidan… Read more »
