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Hannah Martin

Pet Spotlight 

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Filed Under: Features, Student Speak

Vinny   By Leigha O’Boyle  Vinny. Technically, he is my cat but thinks he is a dog. He runs to greet me at the door when I come home every day before screaming at me to be fed; even though his bowl is still half full. Belly rubs are his favourite and terrorising our actual dog is his idea of fun. At any time of day, he can be found sprawled out on his back fast … [Read more...] about Pet Spotlight 

Galway’s annual Christmas market  

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Filed Under: Culture, Editor's Recommendation, Features

Image by Hannah Martin Christmas has been extended this year for the people living in Galway with the Market arriving earlier and staying later. There is no better way to get into the festive mood than with a walk about the stalls, supporting local traders, and feasting on Christmassy treats while the lights twinkling around you.  To help celebrate the most wonderful … [Read more...] about Galway’s annual Christmas market  

The expansion of the Sub-City empire  

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Filed Under: Culture, Features

Comic books, figurines, t-shirts, collectibles and every other kind of merchandise related to the comic world that you can imagine line the walls of the only dedicated comic and loot store in the West of Ireland, Sub-City Comics.   Taking the time away from unboxing new stock, the owner of Sub-City Brian Curley spoke with SIN about his existence among comic books. … [Read more...] about The expansion of the Sub-City empire  

Celebrate World Vegan Day with a Plant Based Meal 

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Filed Under: Lifestyle, Recipes

Image by Silvia from Pixabay Switching to a vegan diet can be beneficial to both your body and the environment, and with World Vegan Day on 1 November there has never been a better time to give a vegan diet a try!  According to PETA, the largest animal rights movement in the world, meat is not environmentally friendly, and when you consume it, you are adding to one … [Read more...] about Celebrate World Vegan Day with a Plant Based Meal 

Society Spotlight: The Granny Society 

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Filed Under: Features, Society Spotlight

Image by Foundry Co from Pixabay Balls of yarn and crochet needles litter the table as the Granny Society teach their beloved practice to the eager members of the group, who are waiting to learn the secret of mastering the craft of being a Granny.  SIN spoke to Emer Kenny, the Granny Society Auditor, and it’s clear to see why so many people are showing up to take … [Read more...] about Society Spotlight: The Granny Society