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The recent death of Tom Gilmartin,whose evidence to the planningtribunal was crucial and damaging to

some senior politicians, has given rise tocalls for the naming of a street after himto commemorate the Sligo man who has,perhaps, contributed more to the processof cleaning up politics in Ireland than anyother person or group.

Originally from Co. Sligo, Mr. Gilmartinhad a successful career as a developer inEngland and lived in Luton for most of hisadult life. His involvement in Irish life camewhen he tried to build a shopping centre inQuarryvale, west Dublin.

He was a classic example of an Irishperson who gained considerable successabroad but when he tried to do the samething in his own country, he found the ruleswere different. If the tribunal findings arecorrect he got a lesson in how we did thingsdifferently here from the likes of Burke,Flynn, Lawlor and others.

While some would contend that he wasprepared to participate in the processinitially his ultimate decision to testifyturned him into a man who truly did do theState some service.

A now infamous interview on the LateLate Show by former EU commissionerPádraig Flynn in 1999 led to a chain ofevents that culminated in the resignationof Bertie Ahern as Taoiseach nine yearslater. Continued on Page 2

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Mr Flynn was asked about allegations that hehad taken a £50,000 bribe from Mr Gilmartin. MrFlynn replied that neither Mr Gilmartin nor hiswife were “well” – a remark which Mr Gilmartintook personally and he decided to testify at theMahon tribunal investigating corruption in theplanning process. The tribunal found Mr Flynnhad “wrongly and corruptly” sought a £50,000payment from Mr Gilmartin in 1994 – which heused to buy a farm in Co Mayo in his wifeDorothy’s name.

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Hot on the heels of good news last weekthat Northgate were to create 150 jobsin Castlebar came the announcement

early this week that Baxter Healthcare is toseek over 100 voluntary redundancies at itsmanufacturing facility in the town.

The company is scaling back production ofa number of lines at the site, including renal

dialysis equipment. It plans to reduce thenumbers working on weekend shifts from 180to 70. It is understood that the 110redundancies will be sought across theCastlebar operation.

Baxter employs in the region of 800 peopleat its manufacturing operation there.

The company said the decision to seek the

redundancies is being made to "drive supplychain efficiency and provide flexibility in itsglobal manufacturing network". The majorityof the redundancies will be implementedduring the first quarter of next year.

Baxter Healthcare employs almost 1,000people at its two manufacturing plants inCastlebar and Swinford. It has been in Mayosince the 1970s. The redundancies are part ofa global rationalization programme followingthe loss of a worldwide tender.

It is understood that the job losses will beconfined to Baxter’s facility in Castlebar andthe staffing levels in Swinford will notaffected by the decision. Staff had beencalled into a meeting on Sunday evening andit is understood the meeting coincided withsimilar announcements across the company’sworld-wide plants.

It is also understood that staff have beenoffered a good redundancy package withseven weeks pay for each year of service onoffer.

While some are confident about rhe futureof the future of Baxter in Castlebar, LabourParty Councillor Harry Barrett believes thesigns are ominous since it comes so soon afterthe 150 redundancies in 2012. Unlike Allerganin Westport they seem to have no plans forexpansion which is a major concern in thelong-term.

SIPTU had a meeting with management ofthe company yesterday.

In 2011, the firm was forced to temporarilyshut down some production in Castlebarfollowing endotoxin contamination on anassembly line there. The contamination led totemporary job losses at the time.

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THE news that a section of the WesternGreenway has been closed by alandowner in Achill, effectively cutting

the successful tourist trail in two, shows onceagain the need for legislation to provide forwalking routes and cycling paths in scenic

areas of the country, according to CouncillorHarry Barrett.

The Labour Party representative explained:“Coming on top of the Lissadell judgement,this is yet another blow for walking tourism inthe west and it will cost the county jobs and

income.“The Western Greenway alone generates

€7.2 million for the local economy in Mayo,according to Fáilte Ireland, yet even thissuccessful project is being jeopardised by theactions of a single uncooperative landowner.This will certainly hurt the local economy.

“This is yet another example of why it isimportant that we pass legislation to giveresponsible walkers more access to thecountryside, and the economic benefits ofsuch a measure would be quite substantial.

“In Scotland, land access legislation wasintroduced a decade ago and the Scottishtourist industry is benefitting hugely, earningaround £1.4 billion from nature basedtourism. If we implemented access legislationin Ireland, it would be a huge boost to ourtourist industry, and help create jobs wherethey are badly needed.

“For all these reasons, the Labour Partyintroduced the Access to the Countryside Billin June of this year which is aimed at helpingto create jobs in the tourist industry by givingwalkers greater access to our beautifulcountryside. “The bill will be discussed indetail by the Oireachtas EnvironmentCommittee early next year and will hear fromall the stakeholders involved, includinglandowners and walking groups.

“The fact that the Western Greenway inMayo, which is bringing €7.2 million per yearto the local economy, is being cut in two by asingle landowner, shows that legislation isneeded in this area.”

Concern has been expressed in Ballisodare about thecondition of a house recently gutted by fire. The burntout house at Woodbrook Heights is said to be accessibleand neighbours are worried about anti-social behaviour.Sinn Fein local election candidate Thomas Healy said:"Concern is mounting about the the overall condition andopen access to the dwelling.

"This is actually the second time in recent years thatthis house has been burnt out.

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Urban-rural co-operation urged on pylon issueWHILE Ballina town councilrecently passed a motionsupporting Cllr Mark Winters’proposal that Eirgrid puts itscontroversial pylon projectunderground the move seemsto be gathering momentumnationwide. THE majority ofTDs and senators serving onthe OireachtasCommunications Committeewant the State's controversialnew pylon project to gounderground, according tosurvey carried out by theSunday Independent.

The findings come asCommunications Minister PatRabbitte comes undermounting pressure on an issuethat threatens to dominatesome of next year's localelections.

And it comes as incomingEirGrid chairman JohnO'Connor – who is at thecentre of conflict of interestclaims over his previous rolewith An Bord Pleanala – willthis week be grilled bymembers of the samecommittee who are opposedto the semi-state company'splans to erect giant 45-metrepylons across huge swathes ofthe countryside.

Eighteen of the 21committee membersresponded to queries from theSunday Independent thisweekend. Eleven said theywanted the project to gounderground, while seven saidthey were "undecided".

Not a single TD or senatoron the committee said theybacked Mr Rabbitte andEirGrid's preferred option toput the project overground,which has sparked massprotest meetings across thecountry in recent weeks.

Kerry South Independent TDTom Fleming said the projectshould go undergroundbecause "health and heritageissues are a big concern forpeople".

And although he admittedthat going underground wouldbe the more expensive option

in the short term, he insistedit "would result in long-termsavings".

That view was shared bySinn Fein's Michael Colreavy,the TD for Sligo/NorthLeitrim. Mr Colreavy saidthere was "conflictinginformation on the issue" butargued "undergrounding wouldbe cheaper over a 35-40-yearlife cycle".

The Ballina town councilmember‘s motion was urgingurban-rural co-operation inthe campaign to have EirGridput the 400kV cables in the

Grid West project under theground.

It follows the example setby elected members of MayoCounty Council earlier thismonth in calling on thegovernmment to intervene inthe controversy.

Councillor Winters said thatelected members of the towncouncil often talk in a selfishway about what thehinterland can do for thetown of Ballina, but now wasa time for townspeople tothink about what they coulddo for residents of thehinterland.

He made his comments atthe November monthlymeeting of the council, wherehe tabled a notice of motioncalling on EirGrid to put thecables underground.

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The Sligo county board last week ratified PatFlanagan to take over as manager of the seniorteam for 2014. He had vacated the Westmeath

managerial position at the end of the summer.Flanagan brings a good record to the job, taking

Westmeath from division three to division one in threeyears, and also winning county championships withTyrellspass and Clara, although he found himselfunwanted in his native county at the end of thissummer, partly on the back of a heavy defeat toDublin.

So he takes over the Sligo reins which had been heldby former Galway player Kevin Walsh for the last fouryears.

The Sligo board, because of its indebtiness, wasrefused permission for months from Croke Park torecruit a new manager.

Reports in September revealed that the countyboard was €1.5m in debt and in need of a €250,000loan from Croke Park to meet their day-to-day runningcosts. It was decided that no movement would bemade on recruiting a new manager until budgets hadbeen agreed with Croke Park for 2014.

The GAA's monitoring committee, which includedthe chairman of the finance committee in Croke Park,Lauri Quinn, Connacht GAA secretary John Prenty andGerry McGovern, instructed Sligo GAA to get theiraffairs in order, starting with short and long-termbudgets and a fundraising plan.

Work had also ground to a halt on the €3.2m SligoGAA Centre of Excellence at Scarden on the Sligo-Strandhill Road.

Flanagan has been appointed for a one-year term,which will be reviewed at the end of the season andwill be meeting the players this week in addition tofinalising a back room team, which also forms part ofthe management of the Under-21 team.

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A religious group in west Roscommon claimingto be part of the Catholic Church is causingsome concern and has prompted the localCatholic bishop to make a statement on thematter.

This week the Bishop of Achonry, Most Rev.Dr. Brendan Kelly, distanced himself from thegroup, the Ballaghaderreen basedCongregation Of Our Lady of Refuge, statingthat it had “nothing to do with the CatholicChurch” and “nothing to do with the AchonryDiocese”.

According to Mike Garde, the Director ofDialogue Ireland, he had been contacted bymembers of the public in relation to concernsover the establishment of the group in theBallaghaderreen area. “We have beencontacted by members of the public inrelation to the establishment of thisorganisation and we are investigating theseconcerns. “We get calls from people on anearly daily basis, and in the case ofRoscommon we are investigating the concernsraised about Ballaghaderreen’s CongregationOf Our Lady of Refuge.

“We contacted Bishop Brendan Kelly, the

Bishop of Achonry in May to see if he wasaware of the existence of this church, whichclaims to be part of the Catholic Church andhe told us he was not aware of it. Theseconcerns need to be investigated,” explained

Mr Garde. Dialogue Ireland is an independenttrust that seeks to promote people’s freedomto make informed choices about religious,spiritual and philosophical beliefs.

It is understood that the congregation wasestablished less than a year ago by aBallaghaderreen businessman and has only asmall number of members. The concernsregarding the organisation were raised prior todetails emerging from a property in Londonlast week where three women, including a 57-year-old Irish woman were held for thirtyyears. “As an organisation assisting the victimsof cultism, we are contacted every week bymembers of the public about concerns overcults from all across Ireland and the rest ofthe world.

“However, since the story emerged inLondon last week, the amount of calls we havereceived has been overwhelming. We try tohelp people clarify whether the problems theyare encountering result from involvement withcultism or other issues. We refer people on tocounsellors who understand the issues relatedto cult involvement,” he said.

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CRIME levels continue to increase despiteefforts by the gardai and others toprevent it.

Over €30,000 in tools and metal werestolen by thieves in a planned robbery at aconstruction site near Manorhamilton lastweek.

The thieves broke into containers on thesite at Carrickeeny near Manorhamilton,making off with copper tubing valued at€15,000 and a large amount of power toolsincluding drills, skill saws and angle grindersand other items valued at over €15,000.

Leitrim District Superintendent, JohnFurlong, said two vehicles entered theproperty some time between 1am and 6amon November 22.

One of vehicles, a van, was later

recovered just outside Sligo and two hi-visvests connected to the construction site werefound on the Sligo Road outside ofManorhamilton.

“A substantial amount of copper tubingand tools were taken and we are followingsome very good lines of enquiry in relation tothis,” he said.

“We are appealing, however, to anyone inthe area who may have noticed anythingsuspicious in this area on the morning inquestion to contact Manorhamilton GardaStation on (071) 9855014,” he said.

The Superintendant also urged the publicnot to purchase any tools from unknowntraders online or from roadside traders in thelead-up to Christmas.

A special rapid response task force has

been set up in Co Leitrim to tackle theincidences of theft and burglary in the regionand they have already been successful inbreaking a highly organised Dublin basedshoplifting gang.

Superintendent Furlong said that aproperty in inner city Dublin was searched asa result of a joint investigation involvingmembers of the Co Leitrim based task force.

Two people were arrested and asubstantial amount of goods were recovered,some of which are believed to have beenstolen from branded retail premises inCarrick-on-Shannon and Sligo.

The two people arrested were broughtbefore a sitting of Dublin District Court lastweek where they were charged in relation toa number of offences.

Meanwhile, two schools were targeted bythieves over the weekend. Drumboylan NSand Strabraggan NS, Arigna were broken intosome time on Sunday night/Monday morning.The thieves ransacked filing cabinets andcupboards before making off with laptopsand cash.

Gardai are asking that anyone who mayhave noticed any suspicious vehicles in thearea to contact them at Boyle Garda Stationon (071) 9664620.

A business on the Boyle Road, Carrick-on-Shannon was also targeted by thieves for thesecond time in a matter of weeks. Thelogistics business was the focus of a raidnearly a month ago and thieves struck againsome time on Wednesday night/Thursdaymorning last, ramming the roller door of thebuilding. The culprits are believed to havearrived on the scene in a black car. Theymade off with nothing but caused significantdamage to the door. They also stole a red vanbelonging to the business which was laterfound abandoned near Sligo.

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A housing estate for€50,000Another indication of the disparity in prices betweeneast and west, not to mention another reminder ofthe legacy of the Celtic Tiger, a 14 house estate inBallindine, together with six more sites in the es-tate, sold for a mere €50,000 last week.

A good number of the houses in the Ard Lugal-isheen estate are ‘close to completion’ while somemore ‘need a good bit of work’ according to DavidReynolds of Gunne Reynolds Auctioneers in Sligo,who sold the estate on behalf of a financial institu-tion. All the houses are three bedroom semi-de-tatched houses.

While it might seem like a giveaway price, MrReynolds puts some context on the sale.

“It is definitely good value but it is not somethingthat everyone would be able to buy,” he told TheMayo News yesterday (Monday). “It is value to some-one who would have the funds to finish it off butthere is a good bit of money to be spent on it yet.

“Even if any of the houses are finished shortly, itdoes not mean they are ready to go because thegroundworks on the estate have to be finished. Thebuyer will have to spend a lot of money on it,”added Mr Reynolds.

Mr Reynolds added that the buyer will have tocomply with the planning permission granted for thedevelopment and will have to pay bonds to MayoCounty Council and finish the estate for the takingover by the council for maintenance. Essentially theentire estate will have to be finished by the buyer inorder to sell the houses in it.

But €50,000 for six sites alone represents value,not to mention 14 houses in various stages of com-pletion on top of that. The estate has been idle for anumber of years and its construction began over sixyears ago, The Mayo News understands.

It is located on the Ballyhaunis road out ofBallindine. The auction took place in the McWilliamPark in Claremorris on Friday afternoon. There wasin the region of 30 people at the auction, which wasa single lot auction.

Not many bids were taken and David Reynolds saidthey ‘expected’ the estate to go for more than€50,000. The buyer, he was, was not from Mayo.

The North West, in linewith other areas orIreland, has benefited

significantly from theGathering events organised bycommunities across theregion. Festivals, musical andcultural events of all kindshelped to make it a year ofresurgence of many areas ofthe tourist industry.Minister of State for Tourism &Sport Michael Ring hasdescribed new figures showinga 7.3% increase in visitornumbers this year as‘phenomenal’.“The combination of TheGathering, more flights intoIreland, better value for

money and the Government’sown initiatives have made2013 a truly great year fortourism. These arephenomenal figures withincreased visitor numbersfrom all our main markets,particularly from our higherspending long-haul markets,”Minister Ring said.New CSO figures show morethan over 6 million overseasvisits to Ireland in the first tenmonths of the year - anincrease of 7.3% on thecorresponding period in 2012.

For the first ten months of2013, compared to the sameperiod in 2012:

• North American visits wereup by 14.6%;• Visits from Great Britainwere up by 5.1%;• Mainland European visitswere up by 5.6%;• Other long-haul routes wereup by 14.4%.

“This is just the latest goodeconomic news about Irishtourism. Earlier this week welearned that 25% of all newemployment growth in thelast year is in the tourism-related accommodation &food tourism sector. Tourism isplaying a leading role in oureconomic recovery and I amconfident that we will meetthe key targets we set for TheGathering.

“I’m really pleased by thevisitor numbers from Britain,which has been one of ourmost challenging markets inrecent years. We had 12.2%more visitors from Britainbetween July and September,compared to the same threemonths in 2012. Our Launch ofTourism Ireland’s marketingplans next week will help usto continue getting themessage out that there hasnever been a better time tovisit Ireland.”

Niall Gibbons, CEO ofTourism Ireland said: “Today’sfigures from the CSO for theten-month period to the endof October are very strong,showing growth from almostall of our markets around theworld. We are seeing recordgrowth this year from NorthAmerica (+14.6% up to the end

of October); and from ourlong-haul markets (+14.4%),with Australia and NewZealand in particular drivingthat growth. I am particularlypleased to see a good returnto growth in British visitornumbers (+5.1%). MainlandEurope is also playing its partin growing tourism businessfrom overseas this year(+5.6%); in fact, 2013 looksset to be the best year everfor visitors from Germany,France and Spain. Next weekwe will launch our marketingplans for 2014 and beyond –when we will announce detailsof how we will build on thesuccess of 2013 and sustaingrowth in overseas tourisminto the future.”

Welcoming the figures,Fáilte Ireland CEO ShaunQuinn said: “Today’s figuresare further evidence of animpressive recovery in thetourism sector. Workingclosely with tourismbusinesses, Fáilte Ireland hasbeen hearing of growth acrossall sectors – accommodation,attractions, and restaurants -as well as receiving directfeedback that overseasmarkets are now reallydelivering for tourismbusinesses - in particularNorth America. A combinationof ‘The Gathering’, recentGovernment initiatives andimproving overseas marketshas helped to ensure thattourism has begun to reap thebenefits of increased visitors,employment and revenue.”

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It was with his mother Betty's bandthat young P.J. Reilly began his musiccareer at the age of 14. In the 70’s

the band was an all family affair madeup of Betty and her three sons, P.J.,Liam and John.

The band toured in the UK afterbeing invited over by Seamus Mooreand even enjoyed a No. 1 hit in theIrish Charts in England with the single'The Tower of Sweet Rathlee'.

P.J. later retired from music,exploring other work opportunities. Hemarried Barbara and had 2 children,David and Claire.

However his main career has been asa skipper of various fishing boats out ofKillala, Co Mayo, but with fishing insharp decline he is now semi-retiredand splits his time between his musicand running his small lobster boat ,hispride and joy, the “Florence Anne “ onbeautiful Killala Bay

Now P.J. has made a comeback as aone – man band and released a 12-track album 'The Tower of SweetRathlee' last year which includes someoriginal songs. He got a lot of hisinspiration for his songs while outfishing in Killala Bay Incidentally, thesong “Killala Bay” was written by hisbrother, Liam.

P.J. has been busy recording his newalbum 'The Green Fields of Kilglass'which is now on sale locally in Sligo &Mayo.

He has also recorded a 3 track DVD,which includes the tracks The Tower ofSweet Rathlee, Killala bay & Attymass(which PJ wrote as part of the MayoGathering celebrations)

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Mintel's annual IrishLifestyles reporthighlights a significant

rise in Ireland’s stress levelsas the economic downturnsees financial pressure takingits toll on Irish health.Indeed, revealing analarming increase in thelevels of stress suffered byconsumers today, as many as35% of RoI consumers reporta rise in stress levels.Meanwhile, those in the NIare also affected, with 28%of consumers there reportingan increase in stress levels.The report also sees stressdriving consumers to food,with around one in seven(15% of NI and 14% of RoI)Irish consumers admittingstress is making them eatmore than they should.

Brian O’Connor, SeniorConsumer Analyst at Mintel,said: “The economy may beimproving, but the tightcosts of living are still addingto Irish consumer pressureand are taking their toll onIrish mental health.Furthermore, this increasedpressure is seeing consumersturn to comfort foods tocope, adversely affectingtheir health. Time pressureis leaving consumers withless time to cook andexercise, and as a resultdriving consumers towardsconvenience food which isoften rich in salt and fat anda sedentary lifestyle.”

Weight and health - lack ofwillpower is a problem fornation’s dieters

Around two thirds (64% of NIand 66% of RoI) of Irishconsumers say they wouldlike to be in better physicalhealth, pointing to a desireto be healthier. That said,some 31% of NI and 33% ofRoI consumers admit that

they worry more about theirweight and physicalappearance than actualhealth - pointing to a verybody conscious society.Today, only 6% of NI and 5%of RoI consumers feel thatwillpower is required whensticking to a diet. What is more, some 30% ofNI and 32% of RoI consumersagree that not eating junkfood is important to ahealthy lifestyle. But whilemost consumers recognisethat eating junk food is badfor their health, this doesnot stop them indulging.Indeed, 14% of NI and 11% ofRoI consumers admit toeating junk food at leastonce per day, with youngerconsumers aged between 16-24 (30% RoI and 24% NI)being most likely to do so.Today, some 28% of RoI and27% of NI consumers admit tofeeling confused about whatis healthy for them due toconflicting information onhealth foods and diets.Meanwhile, only 18% of NIand 12% of RoI consumerspay attention to colourcoded nutrition labels. Andwhen it comes to healthyeating, cost is a major issue,some 46% of NI and 47% ofRoI consumers feel buyinghealthy food can beexpensive.“While the desire to be inbetter physical health isgood news, withoutwillpower to stick to dietsand exercise regimes, itcould be wasted time,energy and money on thepart of consumers. If thisattitude persists, the cycleof Irish consumers falling onand off the wagon in termsof dieting and exercising willcontinue. Costs of living inIreland increased between2012 and 2013, and this hasput the squeeze onconsumers’ groceryspending. With so many

consumers perceivinghealthy food as beingexpensive, if the trend forconsumer prices to increasecontinues into 2014, it couldsee more consumers turningaway from fresh goods,premium brand dietproducts, and more towardscheaper foods - that may notnecessarily be healthy.”Brian continues.

The vices - drinking andsmoking

Today, as many as four in ten(39% in NI and 42% in RoI)Irish drink alcohol on aweekly basis, and one intwenty (5% in RoI and 7% inNI ) drink every day. Whiletwo in five drink on a weeklybasis some three in ten (29%of NI and 28% of RoI)consumers agree that theythink that not drinking toomuch is important to ahealthy lifestyle. And it isnot just drink with whichIrish consumers acknowledgethe health risks. Some 51% ofRoI and 52% of NI consumersnote that they feel notsmoking is a key factor inleading a healthy lifestyle,pointing to a high level ofconsumers recognising thedangers of tobacco products.Despite this, around a fifthof Irish (19% of NI and 22% ofRoI ) consumers smoke atleast once per day in 2013.

Friends are key to Irishhappiness - but technologygets between friends andfamilyMintel’s research also revealsthe importance of friendsand family to the nation’shappiness. Today, as many as57% of RoI and 53% of NIconsumers see a close circleof friends and family asbeing important for a happylife. Friends take preferenceover taking time to enjoyfamily life (41% of RoI and

39% of NI) and a goodwork/life balance (37% RoIand 38% of NI).And it seems that for mostIrish consumers, money isn’tthe key to happiness,indeed, just three in tenIrish (31% of RoI and 30% ofNI) see healthy finances askey to a happy life and lessthan a fifth (17% in RoI and19% in NI) feel beingprepared financially for thefuture will bring happiness. While friends are key to thenation’s happiness,technology is having animpact on friendship withthose who spend longeronline being less inclined tocare about friends andfamily. Some 61% of NI and60% of RoI consumers whospend between one andthree hours online per dayagree that family isimportant. By comparison,only 33% of NI and 50% of RoIconsumers who spend sevenhours or more online feelfamily is important to theirhappiness.“Consumers see their familyand friends as important totheir happiness, whichshould see demand for thelikes of family holidays, andother family oriented leisureactivities remain constantmoving forward. However,the longer consumers spendonline the less they seem tocare about their families. Ifinternet and technologyusage continues to growamong Irish consumers, itcould see many peoplebecoming more isolated fromtheir friends and family, asthey forsake them for videogames, social networks andother online activities.”claims Brian.THE lengthy report also goeson to say that less than halfof Irish people have OKfinancial health whiletechnology and healthpresents a mixed bag.

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Connolly (36), trains with the Abs Gym inDublin's Templebar, took up competitivepowerlifting in January of this year and hassince developed a strong passion for the sport

and strength training. "When my trainer toldme he thought I should start competing, Ithought he was joking. Then I decided to gocheck out one of the Irish Drug FreePowerlifting Association's competitions, and Ithought I could maybe give it a go. I neverexpected to hold a national record and berepresenting Ireland at the worldchampionships within a year!".

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qualified for the world championships bylifting the minimum weight required for herweight category. "I didn't have a kilo to spare!But I got in. My training over the summer wasup and down, and I just wasn't feeling quiteright on the day, so my lifts weren't quite ashigh as I'd hoped for the worlds, but theywere enough for me to bring home thetrophy".

Powerlifing is a sport that tests purestrength and is rapidly gaining momentum inIreland over the past 12 months. The IDFPAnow has an impressive 350 members, whoattend regular competitions throughout theyear. The number of women becominginvolved in the sport is steadily increasingtoo. "I'd love to see more women with adesire to become strong. It always amazesme that people don't really associate womenwith strength or sometimes think it's anunfeminine attribute. Being strong of bodymakes you stronger of mind and character.When you feel fit and strong, life is easierand you're more capable of dealing withchallenges that come your way and enjoyinglife to the max."

Powerlifitng involves three lifts. The squat,where the athlete places a barbell on herback and squats down to below parallel (hipjoint below knee joint). The bench press,where the bar must touch the lifter's chestand remain there until a referee calls "Press".And the deadlift, where a loaded barbell islifted from the floor until lock-out. Each lifthas technical standards that much beachieved and commands that must befollowed. Three judges asses each lift beforea white light is given and the lift is passed as"good". At only 5ft 2in and 51.9kg inbodyweight, Connolly lifted an impressive75kg for the squat, 47.5kg for the benchpress and over double her bodyweight of105kg in the deadlift. All eyes will be on theSligo woman for the world championships inMoldova next year as she's hoping to havesignificantly increased her totals in all lifts bythen and return with another gold for Ireland.

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Mark Geary & Glen Hansard havecollaborated on Mark’s song“Christmas Biscuits” and arereleasing it on November 29th toraise funds for St. Vincent de Paul. Recorded with some of Ireland’sbest musicians and engineered byKarl Odlum. Everyone involved inthe recording has kindly donatedtheir time for free.

“Christmas Biscuits” is a songwritten by Mark when he wasliving in New York missing hisnative Dublin. It brings a mix ofemotions that sum up the happyand sometimes difficult periodChristmas can be. This is why Markthought St Vincent DePaul was theperfect fit for the song. TheSociety that helps people indifficult times throughout the yearbut at Christmas needs extra helpto get people through the holidayperiod. “Christmas Biscuits” willhelp raise awareness and revenuefor St. Vincent de Paul along withtheir now famous Toy Appeal beinglaunched on November 20th.

Glen Hansard is currently ontour in Europe and coming back toIreland with 2 shows in Dublin’sVicar St. on November 25th and26th. Mark and his band are doingsupport for Glen on the 25th. Markis also currently on tour and willbe playing a Christmas show inGrand Social, Dublin on SaturdayDecember 28th. Tickets for all

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A60-year-old Japanese manswitched at birth in a Toykohospital has told of his shock at

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After winning a lawsuit againstthe hospital that mistakenly casthim from a wealthy family into a lifeof poverty, the man said: "I've won-dered how on earth could this hap-pen.

"I couldn't believe it. To be hon-est, I didn't want to accept it.

"I might have had a different life.I want (the hospital) to roll back theclock to the day I was born," he toldJapanese media.

A Tokyo district court ordered thehospital to pay 38 million yen(€356,600) in damages over its 1953blunder which saw the manswitched with another baby boy whowas delivered 13 minutes later.

The court ruled that 32 millionyen (€278,780) should go to the manand the rest to his three biological

brothers. It is not clear if the hospi-tal, which has not been named byJapanese media and has not com-mented on the bizarre case, will ap-peal.

The man, an unmarried truckdriver, would have grown up as theeldest of four brothers in a wealthyfamily where siblings enjoyed a lav-ish lifestyle including private tutors.

Instead, he was raised on benefitsby his non-biological mother whoalso supported older siblings afterher husband passed away when hewas two.

The family lived in a one-roomapartment with a radio one of theirfew luxuries, according to the manwho studied at night school whileworking in a factory.

"It was like she was born to expe-rience hardship," the man said ofthe woman he knew as his mother.She is now also dead.

The man has been helping takecare of his non-biological brothers,one of whom suffered a stroke.

The decades-old mistake was un-covered when the wealthy family'sthree younger brothers had DNAtesting done on their oldest sibling -who looked nothing like them - aftertheir parents died.

They checked hospital recordsand confirmed the identity of theirbiological eldest brother last year.

The man switched at birth said hecried daily for several months afterlearning the truth.

"As I saw pictures of my (biologi-cal) parents, I wanted to see themalive. I couldn't hold back tears formonths every time I saw their pic-tures."

One of my brothers "told me thatwe will have 20 more years to liveso we should make up for lost time",he added.

"I was happy to hear that and Iwant to do it."

Judge Masatoshi Miyasaka cut thesize of the award but said he recog-nised the man had lost a chance ofhigher education and had sufferedemotional pain.

The mothers in both families hadseemingly suspected they had beenraising the wrong babies.

"I think my foster mother mighthave sensed it," the man said, not-ing physical differences from thesiblings he grew up with.

His real brothers remember theirmother saying her first baby cameback from his first bath in hospitalwearing the wrong clothes.

Simon Gittany Guilty Of High-Rise MurderA man has been found guilty ofthrowing his fiancee off the balconyof their high-rise apartment in cen-tral Sydney.

Simon Gittany was accused ofhurling Lisa Harnum from their 15thfloor home in a fit of "apoplectic"rage in July 2011 after discoveringshe planned to leave him and re-turn to her native Canada.

Gittany, 40, who was supportedin court by his new girlfriendRachelle Louise, had maintainedthroughout the trial that Ms Har-num, 30, had slipped and fallenafter climbing over a railing.

He said he had tried to save MsHarnum, a former ballerina.

But Justice Lucy McCallum saidthe lack of Ms Harnum's fingerprintson the glass barrier made his claimimplausible.

"At many times in his evidence,the accused struck me as being aperson playing a role, telling a storywhich fitted with the objective evi-dence, but which did no more thanthat," she said. Gittany barely re-acted in court as the verdict was

read out. His current girlfriendscreamed at the judge "You'rewrong", and stormed out of thepacked courtroom. Ms Louise's out-burst continued after she left thecourt. Delivering the verdict in thejudge-only trial, Justice McCallumsaid witness Josh Rathmell, whohad been walking past the apart-ment building on his way to workwhen he saw Ms Harnum fall, gavea compelling account.

At the time, Mr Rathmell thoughthe had seen Gittany "unload" apiece of luggage or rubbish andcontinued on his way. It was onlylater he realised it was a body andcontacted the police.

Justice McCallum said while Git-tany and Ms Harnum had loved eachother, there was no doubt the ac-cused was "controlling, dominatingand at times abusive".

"I am satisfied by the end of July2011, those tensions had reached apoint of crisis," she said.

The New South Wales SupremeCourt heard that Gittany had se-cretly monitored Ms Harnum's

phone and had installed CCTV cam-eras inside and outside their apart-ment. One of the cameras showedGittany restraining Ms Harnum out-side the flat and then dragging herback inside on the night she died.Ms Harnum was heard yelling:"Please help me, help me, God helpme."

Ms Harnum's mother said there

were no winners in the case. Heronly hope was that her daughter'sdeath would be a powerful wake-upcall to other young women."Young women who are caught up insituations like my daughter foundherself in need a voice," Joan Har-num said. Gittany, who was held incustody for the final weeks of thetrial, will be sentenced in February.

Latvia Supermarket Collapse: PM QuitsLatvia's prime minister has resigned over a supermarket roof collapsethat left dozens dead and sparked public outrage.

Valdis Dombrovskis, who has been in power since 2009, said the coun-try needed a change in leadership after the disaster in the capital Riga.

He has overseen a number of spending cuts, including the abolition ofa state construction authority which critics claim may have picked up onpotential building flaws at the supermarket.

Mr Dombrovskis, who is Latvia's longest serving prime minister, deniedhe was pressured into standing down.

"Considering the ... tragedy and all the related circumstances, thecountry needs a government that has majority support in parliamentand can solve the situation that has arisen," he added.

The cause of the collapse at the Maxima supermarket, which killed 54people and wounded at least 40, is subject to a criminal investigation.

Possible explanations for the disaster - the worst since Latvia de-clared its independence in 1991 - include a flawed design and below-parbuilding materials.

A former rescue dog has been crowned thepet slimming champion of the year aftershedding a third of her bodyweight.Ruby the Jack Russell terrier was morbidlyobese after growing to 9.1kg, making hermore than 50% overweight.

After a six-month diet and fitness regimerun by charity PDSA, she has lost 7in from herwaist and weighs in at just over 6kg.

"When Ruby first came to us, we all felt re-ally sorry for her as she'd had such a toughstart to life," said owner Angela Martin, fromSunderland.

"So to compensate, we used to give her alittle treat here and there.

"The trouble was, the whole family wasgiving her 'a little treat' and over time, shestarted to get really big."

Along with 15 other fat pets, the fit clubdid the trick and Ruby has been given a newlease of life.

PDSA senior veterinary surgeon ElainePendlebury said: "This is a fantastic slimmingsuccess story, well done Ruby. Many peoplefall into the trap of overindulging their petwith food as a way of expressing their love.

"Angela and her family have worked reallyhard and have shown that it's never too lateto make a positive change."

Some of the other top slimmers includedCookie the cat, from Middlesbrough, whoshed 17cm from her waistline.

Christmas Lights WorldRecord Reclaimed In Oz

Man Swapped At Birth RegretsLost Life

A family have broken the world record for thenumber of Christmas lights put up on a home- for the second time.

The Richards family, of Canberra, Australia,have installed 502,165 lights around theirhouse and garden.

David Richards, a barrister, started work onstringing the 48km of wires around his prop-erty in early October.

He had previously held the world recordwith 330,000 lights in 2011, but lost it lastyear to a family in New York.

The mammoth display, which is expectedto be seen by tens of thousands of visitors,has been erected to raise money for a chil-dren's charity.

But Mr Richards told the Canberra Timespart of his motivation for spending almostevery weekend working on the project was toreclaim the record.

The family from New York had only man-aged 15,000 more than the Richards' previousrecord last year, so he felt it was an easy tar-get to achieve.

Mr Richards, a father-of-three, told thenewspaper: ''It was sort of a reason to do itagain, and they didn't break it by very much.

''I thought 500,000 was a nice, round num-ber so I decided to go all out because I maynever do it again.''

A representative from Guinness WorldRecords visited the house confirmed the feat.

The display has proved so popular, one cou-ple even got married under it.

Patrick Cormac became hitched to MrRichards' cousin Luana Marriott at the houseunder a blanket of white lights. He said: "Itwas amazing."

Mr Richards said most of his neighbourssupported the display, but some had not spo-ken to him since the last record was set.

He said he bought all the lights himself butwas unwilling to reveal the cost.

The additional cost to his electricity billhowever - an extra £1,400 a month - is beingpicked up by a green energy company.

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20 Connolly Street, Sligo Tel: 071-9154613 / 087-6506262

Part ot the ECCE Scheme

Merry Christmasto all Parents and

Children fromCatherine and thestaff at Lilliput AllDay Care Centre

• Servicing • Panel Beating• Tracking • Parts• Light Setting• NCT Preperation• Valeting • Recovery

Ariel Dym 086-376-1953 • 086-8978395

www.ap-motors.eu 5%Discountwith this AdvertUnit 2, Ardnaree, Ballina, Co. Mayo

Wishing all our Customers a Merry

Christmas and Peace-ful New year from all

at AP Motors

ONLY

€27

ONLY€105

ONLY€78

ARDNAREETOOL & PLANT HIRE

FOR THE BEST SERVICE: Hire • Sales • RepairsOPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY 8am - 6pm

Abbey Street, Ballina. Co. MayoTel: 096-70630 / Fax: 096-72222

Wishing all our customers a MerryChristmas and Peaceful new year

Small tools & plant repaired andserviced to the highest standard.

Always a selection of new and used tools and plant for sale at

discounted prices.

Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Yearfrom Joseph Queenan

096-36449 / [email protected]

Lacknaslieva, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo

CLLR JOSEPH QUEENAN

The Management and staff at Waterpoint would like to wish all its customersA Very Merry Christmas & A Bright New Year.

Waterpoint's 12 Offers Of Christmas: Starting the 1st Dec..........Sun 1st All day early bird €5 per personMon 2nd One child free with every Adults admissionTues 3rd Half price Adult €4.50Wed 4th Half price Aqua fit class €4.50Thur 5th Free adult pass for next visit with every adult admissionFri 6th Half Price Child €3.00Sat 7th Free family pass for next visit for every Family admissionSun 8th All day early bird specialMon 9th Child 3 month membership gift voucher (€40)Tues 10th Half price child's 10 visit pass (€30)Wed 11th Half price adult's 10 visit pass €45)Thur 12th Adult's 3 month membership gift voucher (€90)

Christmas Opening HoursClosed: Monday 16th to Friday 27th

December Sat 28th & Sun 29th 12pm - 6pm

Mon 30th Dec 1pm - 8pmTue 31st Dec 12pm – 6pm

Wed 1st Jan ClosedThur 2nd And Fri 3th Jan 1pm-8pm

Sat 4th & Sun 5th Jan 12-6pm Monday 6th January Revert back to normal

Timetable


We will beat anyprice on a like

4 like basis - don’tbe fooled by

cheap imitations

Barcastle Retail Park, Castlebar. T: 094-9026100E: [email protected] W: www.symphonykitchens.ie

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our customers

Merry Christmas anda Happy New Year to

All our customers

Tel: 087- 61 88 000Ballymote, Co. Sligo

Sales, Service & Repairsfor all Cars, Vans & Light

Commercials

Wishing all our customersa Merry Christmas and peaceful new year

You can also call us on 1890 908 318 or 096 79201or email us at [email protected]

SOME BENEFITS• TREATS MOULD AND

CONDENSATION PROBLEMS• REDUCES RADON LEVELS

• AIR QUALITY IN YOUR HOME IMPROVES DRAMATICALLY

• WILL HELP PEOPLE WHO HAVE ASTHMA/ALLERGIES

• FITTED BY TRAINED PERSONNEL • NO FUSS-NO MESS

www. drimaster.ie

Merry Christmas and a Happy Newyear to all our customers

•Re-lining•Re-building•Stove Installation•Twin wall flue

specialists•Insurance claims•Thermal Imaging•Smoke Testing•Draught Testing•Problem Solving•CCTV Chimney

InspectionsTel: 087-6196013 / 085-1248560Email: [email protected]

Wishing all ourcustomers a

Merry Christmas& Happy

New Year!

We are closed Christmas Eve, ChristmasDay, St Stephen's Day and New Years Day

Open every other day from 10:30 amuntil 6:00 pm except Sundays 12:00 until

6:00 untill the kids go back to school!

Happy and Peaceful Christmas and 2014 to all our customers.Many thanks for the continued support throughout 2013

• Rollers • Tracks • Hinges • Door Realignment • Locks • Multilocking systems etcOver 20 years experience servicing Irish windowsand doors. Fully insured

GLASS PARTS ETC REPLACEDBrendan Gormley: 071-9183860 / 087-2562669

Expert patio door repairs!Aluminium & PVC Repairs

To windows, doors and patio doors

Wishing all our customers a Merry Christmas and peaceful new year

NAIRN BLINDSCONNOLLY ST, SLIGO

50% Off Wooden Venetians

upto 25% Off All Roller BlindsWe Measure and Fit Free of ChargeWishing all our Customers a Merry Christmas

& Happy New Year

TELEPHONE OR FAX US ON 071-9142673


All Engines Reconditioned

Call us today for a competitive quote!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all at

IDA Industiral Estate, Cleveragh, SligoTel: 071-9162531

From Start to Finish

Complete Bathroom& En-Suite Renovations

Including: Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry and Tiling

BATHROOM BLISS

WISHING ALL OUR CUSTOMERS AHAPPY CHRISTMAS AND PEACEFUL 2014

Tel: 071-9145400 Fax: 071-9140132 Mobile: 087-2341 985

SMSMotors

• New and Used Cars and Vans• Service, Repair & Recovery• Tyres & 4-Wheel Alignment• Suppliers of Genuine Parts

Sligo Rd. Tubbercurry Co. Sligo

Tel: 071 91 20033 - Fax: 071 91 20036email: [email protected] • www.smsmotors.ie

Peugeot Aftersales, Service andGenuine Peugeot Parts.

For a free estimate phone: Kiaron Codd on 071-9166861 or 086-3406589

WISHING ALL OUR CUSTOMERS A MERRY CHRISTMASAND PEACEFUL 2014

Merry Christmasand a Happy New

Year to all ourcustomers

Gilroy Glass LtdHazelwood Rd, Sligo

•Manufacturers of energy efficient doubleglazed units to trade and retail

•Complete glazing service stocking alltypes of glass

•Glass cut while you wait

CLLR GERRY GINTY

Killala Rd. Ballina Phone: (096) 22614 / 70480

087-7659235 / Email: [email protected]

Merry Christmas and aHappy New year to Allfrom Cllr Gerry Ginty

Chainsaws, Tillers, Outboard Motors, Power Washers,Generators, Electric Fences, Farm Machinery Spares

EAST BROTHERSGARDEN MACHINERY

Doon Boyle, Co. Roscommon Tel: 071-9662710

www.eastbrothersmachinery.ie

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all at

Wishing all our customers a Merry Christmas and Peacefu l New Y ear

Forklift &Commercial

SERVICE & REPAIR• 24 HR BREAKDOWN SERVICE• Sales & Service

Parts Hire• Commercial Vehicle

Service & Repair• HGV & LGV• DOE Repairs • Fleet Maintenance

Old Dublin Road, Sligo • T: 087-9632589 • 071-9143586 • E: [email protected]

Ballina, Co. Mayo • Tel: 085-7843837

• IKC Registered • Microchip • Vet Checked• Flea'd, Wormed &

Vaccinated• 7 Generation

Certificate• 6 Weeks free insurance • Parents can be seen

NORTH WEST PROTECTION DOGSNORTH WEST PROTECTION DOGSPups and Trained Dogs For Sale

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM ALL AT NORTH WEST PROTECTION DOGS


DEVLINElectronic Services

Ballina,Co. Mayo

Devlin Electronic Services is now offering a complete supplyand insulation service of home and business security systems

Tel: 085-7048065 / 086-6038968

All work carried out by a FETAC certified technician. FullyPSA Compliant

Ballina,Co. Mayo

• Full Range of CCTV systems• Calving Cameras• Gate Automation

• TV Repairs • Satellite Systems• Free Sat and Saorview Installation

Fire Surround.....................€229Corner Sofas.......................€350Desk with locker and key.....€8930 Inch Robe.......................€70Headboards.........................€25Complete Fireplaces..........€399Carpet ends..................from €59

SALE

Beds, Sofas,Rugs,

Carpets andmuch more!

Mon-Sat 10-6 Sun 1.30-6.

Open 7 Days

SALE

Washed in a rainbowof colours, tintedby huge skies,

blessed with abreathtaking AtlanticCoast and anchored byover 5000 years ofcivilisation, welcome toBallina captial of NorthMayo, in the West Coastof Ireland.

The Salmon Captial ofIrelandGraced with charmedpeople, beautifullywrapped by the RiverMoy, Ballina is a land on

the edge of Europe, awayfrom it all... For peoplewho want to push out theboundaries of theirexperience. The RiverMoy flows through Ballinaand is world famous forSalmon Angling and FlyFishing.

Ballina and North Mayohas something to offereveryone - be it golfbreaks, fishing, greattour base for sightseeingin the West of Ireland,Walking holidays inIreland, shopping, a nighton the town, or

experiencing culinarydelights and culturalsights. Get away from itall in wild North Mayo orsample the delights if itsbustling towns andvillages. From the youngto the old, every taste iscatered for in Ballina.Check out the greatselection ofaccommodation inBallina, including some ofthe finest Hotels in Mayo.

You will find yourperfect holidays inIreland in the Mayo Northregion of Ireland.

Ballina: the place to be


flauntveromodaballina

Market Sq. Ballina, Co. Mayo (Opposite Tesco)Telephone: 096-79888

New Stock arriving every week until Christmas

20% OFF SELECTED LINES

SPECIAL OFFER: buy 2 pairs of any high waistJeggings or wonder Jeggings and receive €9.95 Discount

Stockists of:Vero Moda, Only, Pieces, Time Out & Glamourous

10% offregular

stock withmany 1/2

price offers.

Bargainsection in

store - Allitems clearing

at €10

WIDE VARIETYLadies Fashions

Tone St, Ballina, Co. Mayo • Tel: 096-71692

Large Selection of dressy wear, casuals, and seperates available in sizes 14-26

“Party Girl”Full Body Tan

3 Week ManicureFalse Lashes

All for Only....€55

Treat yourself or a loved one to“me time” personal service and

treatments assured

Wishing all our customers a MerryChristmas and Peaceful new Yearfrom all at Luana’s Beauty Salon

Bridge Street, Ballina, Co. MayoTelephone: 096-73559 / 086-2713306

Early & late appointments available Monday to Saturday 10 till late


Permanent Make-up has fast becomeone of the most requestedtreatments in the beauty industry.Also known as Micropigmentation, itis a lasting enhancement of facialfeatures such as eye-liner, eyebrows,lip-liner and full lip colour.

A colour pigment is introduced intothe skin using very fine needles in asafe and hygienic manner. SemiPermanent Make-up doesn’t wash offor smudge, you can look your bestall-day, everyday.

Foxford Road, Ballina. 096-74943 / 087-7767157

[email protected]

Sharon-Lyons-Permanent-Make-Up-Clinic

Her opening hours are based on client needs - Evenings and weekendscan be accomodated. Call for a Free, no obligation consultation or query

Semi Permanent Make-up - An Investment in you

FOR CHRISTMAS GIVE THE LADY IN YOUR LIFE THE WONDERFULGIFT OF A VOUCHER FOR SEMI PERMANENT MAKE-UP

www.irishfishdirect.comTel: 09621196 • Email: [email protected]

Tone Street, Ballina, Co. Mayo

Salmon Pinned and Skinned Catering Sized PrawnsAll Requests Catered for

A"en#on all Chefs, Restaurants and HotelsWe Buy Direct from Market FloorWholesale Prices Delivered Direct

Contact Paul on 0876818308

Keys Quads & Agri SalesFully authourised kawasaki atv dealer

Lisbellaw Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh • Telephone: 0044 (0) 28-66387845 • www.keysagrisales.co.uk

If you are looking to buy a quad bike, why not call or visitus today to see what we can do for you?

Large selection of Quality Used Quads in stock from Honda,

Yamaha, Suzuki and Kawasaki.

1. Take a stroll in Ely LodgeForest...Ely Lodge Forest is a pretty quietplace, not very well known bytourists and located only a fewkilometres from Enniskillen. Notethat the forest extends over 250ha by the Lough Erne, and itsplanting began in 1940.

2. Drive near Monea Castle...On the right-hand side, you cansee a photo taken near MoneaCastle. County Fermanagh is stilloverall quite rural and has gotquite a lot of forests, green fieldsand lakes. I thought this view isboth nice and representative ofthis county, despite the grey sky...

3. Visit Enniskillen Town...Enniskillen (from the Irish: InisCeithleann meaning "Ceithleann'sisland") is the County town inCounty Fermanagh. It is located

almost exactly in the centre of thecounty between the Upper andLower sections of Lough Erne. Ithas a population of approximately11,500. On the right-hand side,you can see a photo of a part ofthe town, crossed by River Erne.

4. Visit the buttermarket ofEnniskillen...The buttermarket is an area ofEnniskillen, which has beenconverted into an Irish art andcraft centre, specialised in saleand promotion of Irish andEuropean craft products(paintings, sculptures, vases etc.).There you'll also be able to meetlocal artists.

5. Visit Enniskillen Castle...Enniskillen Castle was built almost600 years ago by Gaelic Maguireschieftains. Guarding one of thefew passes into Ulster, it wasstrategically important throughoutits history. In the 17th century, itbecame an English garrison fortand later served as part of amilitary barracks. This historic sitenow houses 2 museums.


Now upstairs at ENNISKILLEN CARPET CENTRETEL ROI :048-66327893 NI: 028-66327893www.thefabriclibraryenniskillenltd.com

Stockists of Farrow and Ball Paint

All Fabrics, Poles& Accesories

STILL TIME TOORDER YOUR

CURTAINS FORCHRISTMAS

If you’re not cruising on the lakes in Co. Fermanagh or fishing,here’s a selection of other things to visit or things to do.


Sligo Road, Enniskillen. Phone: 048 66 326 327

The Biggest & Best Value Fireplace Showrooms in Ireland

Save €€€s bycalling to us

• Fireplaces • Stoves • Gas • Oil • Solid Fuel • Electric • Granite Worktop

Specialists

The Bottle Shop, Enniskillen • Tel: 0044 2866342606

The Very Best in ValueBooze 4 LessWide selection of Christmas Offers on Wines, Beers & Spirits

Special ChristmasPacks Available

Christmas Cards andSnacks

Firelighting Sticks

Christmas Drinks HampersAvailable on Request

Visit our website www.thebottleshopni.com

Call and walk around without obligation.A small deposit secures, experienced staff to assist you

Tel: 048-66320505

Top Brands including

John Deere X-Tracwith Front Loader

now in StockOne of Ireland’s LeadingNursery Stores

At Helena’s Nursery you will find value formoney baby accessories and childcare products,from Moses baskets, to cots, from baby baths

to high chairs, Prams and WalkersWe stock some of the best brands in the babyaccessory industry, including iCandy, Oister,

Beep, Silver Corss and Maxi Cosi.You really will be able to find all your baby

essentials here at Helena’s NurseryVisit our website www.helenasnursery.co.uk


Enniskillen is an easy shoppingtown for visitors to find theirway around because it is

effectively a one street town. Mostof the retail shops are to be foundalong the half mile stretch thatcomprises East Bridge Street, HighStreet, Town Hall Street andChurch Street.Enniskillen town centre isrenowned for the unique shopping

experience it provides. While manytown centres have been largelylost to multi trading, Enniskillentown Centre has been verysuccessful in holding on to a largenumber of local family ownedbusinesses. Some of these are thirdgeneration retailers who work hardto keep their family businessthriving, current , modern and ableto compete in spite of recession,

on-line shopping and the arrival ofthe larger retail groups. These areretail businesses proactivelymanaged by the proprietorsthemselves who work with their instore teams to provide what stillremains best about retail shoppingi.e. excellent customer servicefrom friendly staff who are trainedand knowledgeable about theproducts that they sell. Visitors toEnniskillen are continuouslysurprised and delighted with the

personal service they receive inthese town centre shops. This is ashopping town with a differencewhere you will be able to purchaseChristmas gifts with a realdifference! So why not go andmeet Jonathon in Mercer’sJewellers, say Hello to Wendy andBrian in Graham’s Clothes Shop, Hito Malcolm in Sloan`s Shoe Shopand don`t forget to pop in toNuala In Nature`s Choice HealthShop.

Enniskillen High Street

Main street and Town Hall Tower of the busy, bustling and friendlytown of Enniskillen.

Focus on Enniskillen Town Centre

Nuala Lilley • Nature's Choice • 30 East Bridge Street, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh • BT74 7BTTel: 0044 (0)28 6632 8993 / Fax: 0044 (0)28 6633 0113

HealthlyChrist!as Gist Ideas

Nature’sChoiceNature`s Choice is a health shopwith a difference. The business isowned and managed by NualaLilley, a pharmacist with a passionfor natural health. Nuala and herhighly trained staff are well knownfor their knowledgeable, ethicaland safe advice on products thatthey recommend. Nature’s Choicehas established itself as a veryimportant link in the localhealthcare offering with manylocal doctors and healthprofessionals recommendingpatients to visit. Nature`s Choice offers anextensive range of premium andspeciality health foods, includingorganic, gluten free, wheat freeand sugar free produce. It alsostocks a comprehensive range ofherbal medicines, vitamins,minerals, supplements and tonicsand a discerning selection ofbeauty and toiletry products.Christmas Hampers - Made toMeasure.

You DecideTell us the type of hamper youwould like, the amount you wouldlike to spend and we`ll make it upready for collection at yourconvenience.

You Can Choose From:Our range of Gluten free, Wheatfree, Sugar free and Luxury Food.Why not try some of our Irish madefoods or Premium Chocolates. Orfor that little bit of TLC include DrHauschka Skincare, TisserandAromatherapy, Parks premiumCandles or Irelands own SeaviteSkincare.Nature’s Choice, making ChristmasShopping easy!


John F. SloanFamous for Footwear

048-6632 2363

John J. Sloan & Sons LtdProbably The Best Shoe Shop in the North West

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VISIT OUR NEW DIAMOND RING

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AVENA SATIVA FOR CHRISTMAS STRESSThe mere thought of starting to thinkabout Christmas preparations is enough tostress many people out. The plant extractAvena Sativa acts as a strengthening tonicfor the nervous system at times of extrastress and tension in our lives and is theperfect antidote for an overwrought mindin the days and weeks leading up toChristmas. Avena Sativa might just pro-vide that all essential help that manyneed at this time of year.

CO Q10 FOR CHRISTMAS ENERGYCO Q10 is a nutrient that plays a vital rolein the production of energy within everycell of the body. It increases oxygenationof the brain and heart, aids circulationthroughout the body, stimulates immunityand generally boosts energy. The run up toChristmas is a busy time for all of us and isenough to zap the energy from many. COQ 10 may well provide that boost of “getup and go” whenever it appears to have“got up and gone! “

MILK THISTLE FOR THE CHRISTMASHANGOVERMost of us who drink consume more alco-hol over Christmas than at any other timeof year. And increased alcohol can take itstoll – especially on the poor liver! Milkthistle is well documented for its benefi-cial effect on the liver. This herb helpsthe liver to regenerate itself by stimulat-ing the production of new liver cells. It isalso a potent antioxidant which helps toprotect the liver from the damage causedby toxins such as alcohol.(People on drug medication, which re-quires careful blood level monitoring, arebest to avoid milk thistle. This includes

warfarin and other anticoagulant medica-tion, epilepsy and anticonvulsive medica-tion. Milk thistle is not recommended forlong term use but should be taken insteadin the short term over a couple ofmonths.)

FRANKINCENSE-A REALLY SPECIALCHRISTMAS GIFTThe Bible tells us that frankincense wasone of the gifts brought by the three kingsto the stable in Bethlehem and it plays animportant role in many church cere-monies. The fragrance of frankincensehas a great space cleansing effect and itinduces on the mind a sense of deep calm.Burning this oil in your home will help cre-ate a very welcoming and calming atmos-phere for both you and your Christmasguests. Nuala is a pharmacist registered with thepharmaceutical society of N. Ireland. Shechooses to work within the field of Naturalhealth and may be contacted at NaturesChoice Health shop in Enniskillen.

CHRISTMAS CAN BE HEALTHYBy Nuala Lilley

2928 Northwest Express December, 2013 Northwest Express December, 2013

Craigville Garden Centre, Sligo Road, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh.


Tel: 048-66326004,Open 7 days a week, Mon-Sat 9-6, Sun 1-6Loads of Parking by the River - New Customers Welcome

www.craigvillegardencentre.co.uk

Landscaping and Maintenance Service Available - FreeQuotations -Visit our Christmas Shop -

Full Range of Real Christmas Trees - Potted Trees - FullRange of Topiary Plants- New Range of Pots - All Sizes

Craigville Garden Centre& Coffee Shop Christmas Dinners

available in ourCoffee Shop

during DecemberCoffee Shop Open to public, enjoy refreshments in our coffee cabin whenyou visit our extensive garden centre.

SALEThis Fri, Sat and Sun

25% Off All Christmas Gifts

Bridal GownsBridesmaids department

Mother of the Bride outfitsProm/Debs dresses

Accessories and Shoes

Relocating to town centre premises in Late December19 Belmore Street, Enniskillen

Range of Sale dresses available all year round.

Open Mon to Sat 10am to 5pm with late night Thurs to 8pm.Appointments only needed for Bridal Dresses.

Like us on Facebook for special offers and discounts

7 Portland Business Park, Tempo Road, Enniskillen • Tel: 048-66320058 • www.chantillylacebridal.co.uk

Beat the Winter Blues and Escape to Fermanagh for a well-deserved winter break

KILLYHEVLIN HOTEL • ENNISKILLEN • CO. FERMANAGHTel: +44 (0) 286632 3481 • Web: www.killyhevlin.com • Email: [email protected]

The Killyhevlin Hotel is without doubt Enniskillen’s finest four star hotel with spectacular viewsoverlooking scenic Lough Erne and luxury Health Club to enjoy. Guests can go that one step furtherand revive their senses with a treatment at the Elemis Spa, a sanctuary of peace and tranquillity quiteunlike any other. The Spa will take you on an individual journey so that you leave with spirits liftedand fully rejuvenated for all that Winter has to throw at you! The Killyhevlin Hotel’s ‘Winter Escape’allows guests to enjoy two nights midweek bed and breakfast (Sun-Thurs) with a sumptuous 4-CourseDinner from only £79pps (subject to availability, excludes holiday periods, valid until 27/02/2014).

To be in with a chance of winning this fantastic prize, simply answer the followingquestion and send your entries into us at: Killyhevlin Competition, Northwest Express,Office 3, Unit 7, NW Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo

Q: What town is the Killyhevlin Hotel located in?Closing Date for entries is January 4th 2014, T&C Apply, Winners name will be printedin the January Edition of Northwest Express

2928 Northwest Express December, 2013 Northwest Express December, 2013

Craigville Garden Centre, Sligo Road, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh.


Tel: 048-66326004,Open 7 days a week, Mon-Sat 9-6, Sun 1-6Loads of Parking by the River - New Customers Welcome

www.craigvillegardencentre.co.uk

Landscaping and Maintenance Service Available - FreeQuotations -Visit our Christmas Shop -

Full Range of Real Christmas Trees - Potted Trees - FullRange of Topiary Plants- New Range of Pots - All Sizes

Craigville Garden Centre& Coffee Shop Christmas Dinners

available in ourCoffee Shop

during DecemberCoffee Shop Open to public, enjoy refreshments in our coffee cabin whenyou visit our extensive garden centre.

SALEThis Fri, Sat and Sun

25% Off All Christmas Gifts

Bridal GownsBridesmaids department

Mother of the Bride outfitsProm/Debs dresses

Accessories and Shoes

Relocating to town centre premises in Late December19 Belmore Street, Enniskillen

Range of Sale dresses available all year round.

Open Mon to Sat 10am to 5pm with late night Thurs to 8pm.Appointments only needed for Bridal Dresses.

Like us on Facebook for special offers and discounts

7 Portland Business Park, Tempo Road, Enniskillen • Tel: 048-66320058 • www.chantillylacebridal.co.uk

Beat the Winter Blues and Escape to Fermanagh for a well-deserved winter break

KILLYHEVLIN HOTEL • ENNISKILLEN • CO. FERMANAGHTel: +44 (0) 286632 3481 • Web: www.killyhevlin.com • Email: [email protected]

The Killyhevlin Hotel is without doubt Enniskillen’s finest four star hotel with spectacular viewsoverlooking scenic Lough Erne and luxury Health Club to enjoy. Guests can go that one step furtherand revive their senses with a treatment at the Elemis Spa, a sanctuary of peace and tranquillity quiteunlike any other. The Spa will take you on an individual journey so that you leave with spirits liftedand fully rejuvenated for all that Winter has to throw at you! The Killyhevlin Hotel’s ‘Winter Escape’allows guests to enjoy two nights midweek bed and breakfast (Sun-Thurs) with a sumptuous 4-CourseDinner from only £79pps (subject to availability, excludes holiday periods, valid until 27/02/2014).

To be in with a chance of winning this fantastic prize, simply answer the followingquestion and send your entries into us at: Killyhevlin Competition, Northwest Express,Office 3, Unit 7, NW Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo

Q: What town is the Killyhevlin Hotel located in?Closing Date for entries is January 4th 2014, T&C Apply, Winners name will be printedin the January Edition of Northwest Express


Fletcher Golf

Custom Fitting ServiceTaylor Made Select Fit, Callaway, Opti-Fit, Titleist Fitting Works,

Cobra Fitting Cart, Ping Fitting Cart, Mizuno Fitting Cart.Launch Moniter available in-store - fitting by appointment

We are also a Powakaddy Stockist and Authorised Service Centre

Wet Weather Gear by Galvin Green, Sunderland of Scotland and Proquip

Footwear by Footjoy, Ecco, Nike, Stylo and Adidas

Golf club repair and regripping service also available

Stockist of All Major Brands

Unit 4, Portland Business Park, Tempo Roadm Enniskillen, BT74 6RHTel from ROI: 048-66 320009 Mobile: 0044 7803 122 547

9 Queen Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7JR • Tel: 0044-28-6622-8082email: [email protected] • www.kb-music.co.uk

Wishing all our customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

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THE Watergate at En-niskillen CastleEnniskillen isthe County Town of Fer-managh, located almost ex-actly in the Centre of theCounty on the natural islandwhich separates the Upperand Lower sections of LoughErne. Enniskillen is home toa population of approxi-mately 11,500, by far thelargest settlement in theCounty.

The busy Main Street ofEnniskillen with the Town-hall at the top of the hillEn-niskillen town centre isfirmly built along the long,

narrow Main St, which actu-ally changes name six timesalong its length! This givesEnniskillen a real sense ofbustle and life as well asimbuing the shops with theirown unique character. HighStreet Stores sit comfort-ably beside small independ-ent traders, creating aspecial atmosphere for theplace.

One of the key imagesthat a visitor to Enniskillenmay take home with them isthe proximity of the Loughto the town. Moorings justoutside the town centre

certainly ease the pressurefor parking spaces and add acontinental feel to thetown. As one would expect,Enniskillen is a retail centrefor the County, and beyond,and a lively hub of activi-ties, events and things to dothroughout the year. For vis-itors to County Fermanaghand Enniskillen as well aslocal folk planning theirfree time, the followinglinks should help you findout What's Happening in En-niskillen Fermanagh DistrictCouncils What's On/Eventssection has a comprehensiveup-to-date list of all events,exhibitions, etc

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Dancer & Prancer or see a crib with a livecow & donkey, except of course when youvisit Ireland’s Lapland at Glendeer PetFarm. Glendeer Pet Farm, which islocated just outside Athlone off the M6(Tuam/Monksland Exit 13, follow Drumsigns) has all facilities undercover. Ireland’s Lapland has something foreveryone, young & old alike. The childrenget their little bag of food to feed theanimals as they make their way over tosee Santa, have a chat with him & receivea gift & adults can treat themselves tofresh coffee/cappucino & homemadesnacks in the warm surroundings of thecosy coffee shop.There is plenty to entertain the kids withthe INDOOR Skywalk play area with lots ofslides & bridges so Glendeer is perfecteven on those wet or snowy days, justremember to wrap up warm!Don’t forget to bring along a camera soyou can take plenty of memorablepictures of your lapland experience. Thisyear Santa arrives by sleigh on Sat 30thNov at 5pm & will be at the farm everyevening until the 23rd Dec. Special ratesfor groups of 20 & over, catered for byappointment during the day.Admission: Adults € 8, Children € 16(includes visit to Santa & gift)Opening times for Ireland’s Lapland : Mon

to Fri 4pm – 7pm, Sat & Sun 3pm – 7pmThere is no need to pre-book tickets, theycan be purchased on arrival. It is aqueuing sytem for Santa, but it movesquite quickly & children can feed theanimals while they wait. No one will beturned away!NEW this year is the indoor soft playtoddler area and follow the trail throughthe Winter Wonderland to the new secretsand pit.For more info. or directions on Ireland’sLapland @ Glendeer Pet Farm, Curryroe,Drum, Athlone visitwww.glendeerpetfarm.ie or contact us on090 6437147.

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Galway City is a thriving,bohemian, cultural city.Along with being a popular

seaside destination with beautifulbeaches and long windingpromenade, it also has a buzzingcosmopolitan city centre. The cityis a joy to explore with itslabyrinthine cobbled streets,colourful shop facades and busycafé/ bar culture. The city is alsowell known for its many festivalsthroughout the year with hugecrowds gathering for the annualGalway Arts Festival, Races andnumerous other events. OldIreland is present too with turffires and traditional musicfeaturing in many pubs tocompliment your enjoyment of awell earned pint of Guinness. Takean evening stroll along thepromenade and watch the sunsetover Galway Bay or watch the

salmon fishermen in the RiverCorrib from the perfect vantagepoint of the Salmon Weir Bridge

Whether its drama, traditionalmusic, late night clubs or simplysoaking up the vibe on thebustling city streets, you’ll findplenty to do at night in Galway.The Town Hall Theatre is the bestoption for seeing a visitingproduction company’s latestdramatic performance. There aremany nightclubs dotted aroundEyre Square. Alternatively walkdown Shop street to Latin Quarternear Quay Street and you’ll findplenty of old world bars whereyou can sit by a turf fire and joinin the craic.

A welcome escape...Time passes easily when you stopby the Salmon Weir Bridge and

study the steadfast fishermenjostle with the tumbling RiverCorrib below. The Corrib rivermeets the crystal waters of theAtlantic Ocean at the SpanishArch, where small fishing boatsand wild birds provide an idyllicbackdrop to the famousshimmering sunsets over GalwayBay.

The MarketGalway's famous bustling markethas been trading in Church lane bySt. Nicholas' Church in the centreof the city for literally centuries.You will find hundreds of stallsselling fresh produce and locallyproduced crafts. There's a greatvariety of food available, Madrascurry, Yummy Crepes, JapaneseSushi, and mouth-wateringhandmade cookies among manyothers ... or you can buy theingredients for a deliciousgourmet picnic. Many peoplecome to the market to chat aswell as to shop and it's a goodplace to meet local artisans andhear local issues discussed. The market is open Saturdays andBank Holidays from 8am to 6pmand Sundays 12 noon to 6pm. TheChristmas Market runs every dayfrom 9am to 6pm between the 14& 24 December with lots ofhomemade Christmas foodstuffsand a lovely atmosphere with allthe decorated stalls lit with

mainly battery powered lights andcandles.

Spanish Arch & Medieval WallsFraming the river east of WolfeTone Bridge, the Spanish Arch isthought to be an extension ofGalway's medieval walls. The archappears to have been designed asa passageway through which shipsentered the city to unload goods,such as wine and brandy fromSpain.Today it reverberates to the beatof bongo drums, and the lawnsand riverside form a gatheringplace for locals and visitors on anysunny day. Many watch kayakers manoeuvreover the minor rapids of the RiverCorrib.Although a 1651 drawing ofGalway clearly shows its extensivefortifications, depredation byCromwell and William of Orangeand subsequent centuries ofneglect saw the walls almostcompletely…

Eyre SquareIn the Galway city centre, there isa square public park. The plot wasofficially presented to the city in1710 by Mayor Edward Eyre, fromwhom the park originally took itsname. In 1965, the square wasofficially renamed "John F.Kennedy Memorial Park". There is a memorial to President

John F. Kennedy on the spotwhere he addressed the people ofGalway on 29 June 1963 shortlybefore his assassination in Dallas,Texas on 22 November 1963.Despite the official name change,the park is still mostly referred toas Eyre Square.It is difficult to overestimate theimportance of the visit to Galwayby President Kennedy. In part, thesignificance is due to the strongconnection between Ireland andthe United States as a result ofthe large number of emigrants. Asthe first US President of IrishCatholic descent, PresidentKennedy was a great source ofpride for the people of theRepublic of Ireland.


The contemporary and chic Four StarClayton Hotel is the perfect base forexploring the vibrant city of Galway,

whilst enjoying the Galway ContinentalChristmas Market and a host of localactivities that the West of Ireland has tooffer. Located only three hours drivingdistance from Belfast, Galway has neverbeen closer for a midweek or weekendgetaway.

With 195 luxurious and spaciousbed¬rooms to choose from includingdouble, twin, inter-connecting familyrooms, executive suites and even aPresidential Suite the Clayton offerssomething for everyone. Residents canalso enjoy com¬plimentary access to theirLeisure Centre with a 20m Swimming Pool,Sauna, Steam Room and Fitness Suite inaddition to the added bonus of freeunderground parking.

The ethos at the Clayton Hotel is‘creating memo¬ries in qualitysurroundings’. The City of the Tribes,Galway City is also often referred to asthe Culture Capital of Ireland. It isrenowned for its vibrant lifestyle andnumerous festivals, celebrations andevents. This winter is no exception, asGalway City will turn into a WinterWonderland once again when it hosts theannual Galway Continental ChristmasMarket which promises to be the highlightof the Christmas Season for the West ofIreland.

Visitors staying at the Clayton Hotel canenjoy the Galway Continental ChristmasMarket from the 22nd November – 22nd

December. This years Christmas Marketpromises to be the jam packed withentertainment including earlyentertainment from Galway’s top livebands performers, carol singingstorytelling and numerous other events.With lots of traders to choose from youwill be sure to find the perfect gift for allof your family and friends from festivetreats to artisan food products.

A visit to Galway this festive season is amust and the Clayton Hotel have just thepackage! They are offering you a stressfree affordable shopping break with their‘Galway Continental Christmas MarketSpecial’. This offer includes 1 night B&Bfor two people, a hot chocolate eachincluding one €10 taxi vouchers to takeyou in and out of the city centre – all fromonly €80 in total. For further details onthe Clayton Hotel or to enquire about anyof our packages please call 00353 (0)91721900, log onto www.clayton.ie or visittheir Facebook Pagewww.facebook.com/claytonhotel.

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Rapper Watsky Sorry For 'Stupid'Gig Rig Jump

Television presenter Melanie Sykes has beenarrested and cautioned over an assault onher husband.

The 43-year-old mother of two spent a night in

custody before admitting to the offence andaccepting a caution.

She and Jack Cockings, 27, who met onTwitter, were married in May.

A Scotland Yard spokesman said officers werecalled on Tuesday night to a residential propertyin Hampstead after reports of an assault.

A spokesman for Sykes would not comment. Mr Cockings did not need hospital treatment.Sykes, who first found fame in an advert for

Boddingtons beer, met Mr Cockings online wherehe tweets as @bespokespartan after he asked herout on a date.

His Twitter page now appears to have beendeactivated.

In an interview earlier this year, Sykes said:"'There are people who will always be cynicalabout my relationship with Jack because of howwe got together.

"But he makes me happier than I've ever beenand if I'm happy, my boys are happy, it's a bigcircle - and that's all that matters."

Sykes has appeared on shows including Let's DoLunch with Gino and Mel, The Big Breakfast andToday with Des and Mel.

She also had a stint on BBC Radio 2 with AlanCarr.

She has two children from her marriage toItalian actor Daniel Caltagirone, which ended in2009.

Melanie Sykes Cautioned OverHusband Assault

Arapper who jumped from a lighting rig andinjured two people has apologised for his"stupid and wildly irresponsible" stunt.

George Watsky climbed a rope ladder beforeleaping into the crowd at Alexandra Palace innorth London during a performance at the VansWarped Tour.

The 30ft fall broke a girl's arm and leftanother fan in hospital, although Watsky himselfescaped with only "nicks, bruises and the shameof endangering the crowd".

In a lengthy apology posted to his Facebookpage, the musician said: "The jump was notawesome, it was not badass and it was notballsy. "It turned what should have been a greatday for the people who got hurt into anightmare. "It was stupid and wildlyirresponsible, plain and simple."

Video of Watsky's jump has already beenviewed more than 180,000 times on YouTube.

The stunt was described as "pretty idiotic","dumb" and "definitely stupid" by some users,

although many of his 200,000 fans on Facebookexpressed their support for the star following hisapology.

Conceding that it was "extremely lucky" noone was more seriously injured, Watsky wrote:"Putting your own body on the line is one thing,but putting other people in harm's way isinexcusable." He said he would not be cancellingany of his forthcoming tour dates but insisted he"will not be jumping off anything".

"I am deeply sorry and I promise to learn fromthis mistake," he added.

Watsky said he spent six hours waiting at thehospital while the injured man was seen bydoctors and planned to return to the ward toapologise to him. The artist, who is originallyfrom San Francisco but now lives in Los Angeles,describes himself as a "versatile lyricist whoswitches between silly and serious, technicallycomplex and simply heartfelt". His self-titled hiphop track Watsky reached number seven on aspecialist iTunes chart in 2010.

Now Compilation Albums Celebrate 30 Years

OJ Simpson faces at leastfour more years in prisonafter a judge rejected his

bid for a new trial in his Las Vegasarmed robbery and kidnappingconviction.Simpson claimed his lawyers inthe original trial wereincompetent and botched hisdefence."All grounds in the petition lackmerit and, consequently, aredenied," Clark County DistrictJudge Linda Marie Bell said in herruling.

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to appeal the ruling to theNevada Supreme Court.

"We're confident that when weget to the right court we'll getrelief because he deserves relief,because he didn't get a fair trial,"Simpson's lawyer Patricia Palmsaid.

Simpson was found guilty ofkidnapping, armed robbery andother charges in what he said wasan attempt to retrievememorabilia and personal itemsfrom two sports collectiblesdealers in a casino hotel room. Hewas sentenced to nine to 33 years

in Nevada state prison. A boardgranted parole on someconvictions in July, but the 66-year-old must serve at least fourmore years locked up. He isimprisoned at LovelockCorrectional Center. Simpson wasacquitted in 1995 in the stabbingdeaths of his ex-wife, NicoleBrown Simpson, and her friendRonald Goldman. The Los Angelescase was dubbed the "trial of thecentury".Years later, a jury inMiami acquitted him of allcharges in a Florida road ragecase.

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Iconic compilation album Now is marking30 years since it first pulled togetherthe day's biggest pop hits.

Now That’s What I Call Music 1 hit shops onNovember 28, 1983 and featured 30 hitsingles from that year on double vinyl andcassette. It featured artists such as PhilCollins, Culture Club, Duran Duran, UB40,Men at Work, and Kajagoogoo.

Katy Perry song Roar is the first track onNow 86, which was released last week.

Record producer Pete Waterman told SkyNews: "All my artists appeared on the Nowalbums. Every one of them.

"The Now albums for us as an independ-ent record company were a fantastic extrasource of income.

"When your record had stopped selling,you would put them on the Now album andthey would give you another 25-30% in-come. "But there was a lot of politics in-volved. You basically had to be in the topfive to get on the album but it became afabulous bartering tool.

"They wanted your big artists so wewould say 'well you can have that one butonly if you also take this one', so it was agood tool for getting new artists, whomight have only been in the top 20, an-other broader field."

The music industry might have changed

enormously since the 1980s but the appealof the Now brand has been consistent.

This summer's Now 85 is the biggest sell-ing Now album ever, with Daft Punk's GetLucky and Robin Thicke's Blurred Lines onthe track list. Artist album sales are cur-rently down 7.2% on this time last year.

Singles are also struggling - but sales ofcompilation albums are up 7.7% year onyear. For some it might be an unexpectedtrend but the managing director of NowMusic, Peter Duckworth, says consumerswant popular music to be curated.

"In an era of downloads, when peoplesaid a few years ago that it's the end ofthe compilation because people can nowchoose their tracks from iTunes, they'vebeen proved wrong.

"Now has gone from strength to strengthin the digital era because whilst you canbuy every track on iTunes or listen to themon Spotify, people want some guidance andhelp."If you are faced with 15 million tracks tochoose from, Now helps you choose."The inspiration for the name Now That'sWhat I Call Music came from a 1920s ad-vertisement for Danish Bacon.The pig became a mascot on the earlysleeves of the Now albums and still makesthe occasional appearance.


USED car imports aresteadily racking up thenumbers. So far 46,583

have been brought in -- 10,000more than this time last year.

It is safe to say they will top50,000 before December 31.There is huge demand for thelikes of the Ford Focus(2,764), Audi A4 (2,513),Volkswagen Passat (2,443) andGolf (2,000), according toMotorcheck.ie figures.

Which makes it all the moreperplexing why theGovernment rejected effortsto increase new-car sales athome (remember swappage?)where it would get a lot moretax revenue.

The Department of Financetold Independent Motors itdidn't believe there would beenough demand for new cars -- even though they wouldeffectively be €4,000 lessexpensive when the proposedVRT rebate and dealerincentives were included.

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The Ford Tourneo Connect is the first compactpeople mover to be awarded the maximumfive-star safety rating by independent crash

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The maximum rating achieved by the FordTourneo Connect follows the first-in-class, five-starsafety rating for the larger Ford Tourneo Custompeople mover, which remains the only vehicle in itsclass to earn five stars.

“The Tourneo Connect gives active families thespace and versatility they need to live life to thefull,” said Stephen Lesh, Tourneo Connect chiefprogram engineer, Ford of Europe. “This significantendorsement from Euro NCAP shows that we knowhow important safety is for our customers too.”

“The comprehensive package which includes adriver-set speed assistance system, standardseatbelt reminders on the front seats and the low-speed autonomous braking system Active City Stop,makes the Tourneo Connect an attractive offeringfor safety-minded drivers,” said Michiel vanRatingen, secretary general, Euro NCAP.

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Offering operatorcomfort, fuel efficiencyand low operating

costs, these tractors will beof interest to top-endcontractors and benefit froma style which has beendeveloped and refined incollaboration with anotherItalian firm, Giugiaro Design.Deutz-Fahr are pitching thenew models as being able toprovide as strongperformances when workingwith big, power-sappingploughs or deep subsoilers asthey do when powering highcapacity cultivator drills.Power is provided by Deutz'sTCD 7.8 litre twin turbo sixcylinder engines that arecompliant with Tier 4 finalemission regulations andemploy four valves percylinder. These engines are

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A large fuel tank capacitymeans uninterrupted days canbe spent in the field, while anew electronically controlledcooling system ensures thatmaximum efficiency and lowfuel consumption is achieved.

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Conditions on the road and

in the field changecontinuously, but Deutz-Fahrclaims the Nine series has gotthe driving dynamics to cope,thanks to its front axlesuspension system.

For stopping the tractorthere is the power brakebraking system whichrequires only a small input tobring the tractor safely to ahalt.

The brake department alsoincludes an electronic parkingbrake, while disc brakes onthe front axle in the 60kphversion make an importantcontribution to brakingperformance.

The hydraulic systememploys a 210l/min load-sensing pump operating at200 bar and up to seven

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A 90l hydraulic system oiltank is independent of thetransmission oil reservoir andas a result, prevents dust orgrime entering via theauxiliary distributors.Maximum lifting capacity atthe ball end of the quick fitrear arms is rated at12,000kg.

A newly designed cabfurther enhances the Nineseries tractors with a singlepiece windshield providinggood all-round visibility.Additional options include a12" touchscreen monitor anda GPS navigation system.

Falling foal numbers and theintroduction of elite salesspecifically targeting show-jumping

buyers resulted in a 42pc increase in theaverage auction price of foals in 2013,new research has shown.

The average price of foals sold atauction in Cavan and Goresbridge thisyear was €1,577/hd, according to Teagascequine specialist Declan McArdle.

But when the results of elite foal salessuch as the Irish Breeders Classic sale andthe Cavan Elite Foal sale were included,the average sale price increased to€2,242/hd, a hike of 42pc, delegates atthe Teagasc National Equine Conferencein Tullamore were told.

The average price of a foal sold in the

elite sales was €5,239, more than threetimes the average of the foal sold in thenon-elite sales.

Mr McArdle said the introduction ofelite sales had brought breeders andbuyers together and was a successfultemplate that should be followed infuture years.

Falling foal numbers were also a factorin the upturn in foal sales for 2013, headded. Sport horse foal numbers fell tojust over 5,000 in 2013 -- just half of the10,424 sport horse foals registered in2008 -- as breeders ratchet back on foalproduction. Despite the increase in foalprices, the vast majority of foals sold atauction are not capable of returning anyprofit.

The cash costs of producing a foal toweaning stage amount to €1,651/hd,according to Teagasc research. Thismeans the average foal selling for€1,577/hd at normal sales actually costshis breeder €74. But the picture isbleaker than that, because the€1,651/hd does not include the cost oflabour, land or stud fee for the foal.

Mr McArdle told the conference that,assuming an average stud fee of €1,200,only the top 20pc of foals sold in Irelandthis year would have yielded any returnfor their breeders.

Teagasc , Horse Sport Ireland and theRDS are drafting a strategic plan for thesport horse sector in Ireland, which isdue to be published in 2014.


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HEARING is the ability to per-ceive sound by detecting vi-brations through an organ

such as the ear. It is one of the tra-ditional five senses. The inability tohear is called deafness. Most peo-ple are prone to loss-of-hearing orgetting bad hearing as they getolder. Hearing cannot be restoredwith medicines. In such case, youwill need hearing aids to compen-sate for your lack of hearing. Thisarticle will talk about the thingsyou can do to improve your hearingnow, while it's still fully functional.

Here are five assorted tips anddrills you can do to make sure youmaintain your hearing ability.

Maintenance is ImportantAvoid loud noises, as these can

damage your eardrums. Listeningto loud music or with plug-in head-phones as opposed to the foam orrubber types that just nestle onyour ears is a quick way to losehearing. Being subjected to incred-ibly loud, shrill, and irritatingnoises every day such as powertools in your workplace or road-works are detrimental to yourhearing. Avoid them at all cost.Regular EENT (eyes, ears, nose& throat) Check-ups

Add visiting an EENT doctor toyour list of bi-annual check-upsalongside your usual ones, like vis-its to the dentist and general med-ical check-ups. This helps maintainall your senses, not just hearing.EENTs can give you preventive

medications to treat any mild prob-lems you may have with hearingbefore these worsen.

Vitamins and MedicationThere are four vitamins and med-

ications that have been tested andproven to help in the maintenanceof hearing. These haven't beennoted to significantly enhance aperson's hearing acuity, but theyhave been known to prevent thedeterioration of hearing ability.These four vitamins, with corre-sponding dosages, are the follow-ing: Acetyl-Carnitine (150mg aday), Alpa-Lipoic acid (150 mg aday), Glutathione (50 mg a day),and Coenzyme Q10 (60 mg a day).Sound Source Location Exercise

Here is the first drill for sharpen-ing your hearing. This helps yourear's directional sense and requiresa partner. Get some small noise-maker like a horn or even a smallradio speaker. Go to a large room

with very little acoustic bounce offand furniture. If you can do this inan open-air environment so muchthe better, but you'll look a bitfunny to any passer-by so you mightwant to find a private spot.

Now, the drill is simple. Startingat a regular distance get your part-ner to sound off small two or three-second bursts around you. Thenjust point where the noise camefrom. Limit your choices initially tothe eight compass points (includingnortheast etc). Later on, vary thedrill by having your partner alterthe distance at which he soundsoff. You should not only name di-rections, but the approximate dis-tance away from where the noisewas made.

Noise Filtering ExerciseThis drill is for filtering sound and

it's simple to do also. Tune in to astation that plays a moderately fastmusic. It shouldn’t be too loud.Then, talk to a friend. Do not raiseyour voice and carry on a conversa-tion without leaning in to hear-bet-ter. Then after a few minutes, adda second radio playing a differentmusic. Then later throw in athird... you get the picture. Thishelps you filter out any extraneousnoise and improves your ear's abil-ity to pick out only the sounds youwant to hear.

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Chiropodist: Martin Mc NallyTel: 087 222 6260

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BEDFORD DIESELMOBILE LIBRARY1990 import from UK. Fullyserviced, automatic doors.All alloy body 18’ x 10’ highx 8’ width. Very smallmileage, makes it ideal tocamper or a site office.Price: €2,300Tel: 085-7653336

03’ FORD TRANSIT White colour, 90'000 mileson the clock. Just had 1

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VW CADDY DIESEL02, DOE test 12 Months, 4new tyres and timing beltand water pump done.€2,300. Tel: 086-8943676

1998 TRANSIT TIPPER52,000 miles.Tel: 087-6075089CAR TRAILERLightweight, 8x4, sparewheel, lights, ramp foor,suitable for lawnmower.€600. Tel: 089-4186059

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SELECTION OFHORSE DRAWNFARM MACHINERYFrom €80 up. Tel: 089-4186059

FORD 3000 TRACTOREasily started, running well.€1800. Tel: 089-4186059

MASSEY FERGUSON690Dutch import, 2WD, Reconengine, PTO Overhauler,mint condition. Tel: 086-8191714

PURE BRED CHAR-LOIS BULL CALF7 months old. Tel: 086-338-3391

MF 185 TRACTORGood condition and run-ning perfectly. Tel: 086-338-3391

RED/ WHITE HEREFORD HEIFERSuck calves suitable tobucket feed or for suckling,make excellent suckler re-placements. 087-2853594

4 YOUNG HENSRhode island red & lightSussex cross. Over stocked.Price: €50Tel: 087-2706123

GOOD SUFFOLK SHEEP7 Suffolk Ewes, all with fullmouth of teeth. All suitablefor breeding. All have previ-ously raised twin lambs. Allfrom good breeding flock.Ages 3 to 5 years. All ingood condition. Regulardosing. Easy to handle. West Mayo area.Price: €75 each.Tel: 087-6184154

7.5 TONNE LOADSOF FIREWOODand Turf. Tel: 087-1413238

GREENHOUSE FORSALE.

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BUSINESS INVESTMENT Invest in a small businessstarting up with a guaran-teed return. It's a recessionbeating contact. Tel: Padraig 087-9982216

REAL AUTHENTICJEWELLERY2 x Women's Rings. 1 x25carrot. Also Diamondembraced Broach available.Sligo Town area. Please call087-7128857If there is no answer, pleasetxt details, & I will call back.PRICE NEGOTIABLE

WOULD ANYREADER HAVE ANOLD FASHIONEDBLUE MONKSHOODPLANT?I would like a crown if itsno imposition. Call Michaelon 071-9648280

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WROUGHT IRONCANDLE HOLDERSand glass bowls for churchdecorating - weddings etc.Tel: 087-7646660

ANTIQUE FLUTEFOR SALEAll offers considered. Tel:096-2172

2006 PLY LINED RENAULT TRAFFICVAN100DCi, 160,000km, Taxedand DOE’d 4.14. In order,VG Condition, No TImewasters please. Tel: 087-2469608

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FARM EQUIPMENT& LIVESTOCK

MOTORS

COMMERCIALS

HOUSEHOLD

MISCELLANEOUS

Irish Shamrock Trees

Tel: 087-2743914 24 HR www.irishshamrocktrees.com

Whitethorn & Beech Hedging Trees and more

We pride ourselves on our truly friendly and efficient service.

• Aeos & REPS Specialists• All trees and tree plants• Trees from €2.00• All year round planting• Best Value Trees in Ireland.

CONCRETINGAll types of concreting

Floors, Footpaths,Streets, Kerbs,Brick Paving,

Tarmacadam, etcCall Seamus: 086-8617606

SAFE PASS18th January - Carrick on Shannon

21st January - SligoContact us for details of upcoming courses:

Supervisory Management Skills (Fetac Level 6)Train the Trainer (Fetac Level 6)

Signing, Lighting & Guarding at Roadworks (SLG)Working with heights - 1 Day

Manual Handling TrainingAbrasive Wheels Training

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CONTACT JESSIE: 071-9663952 or 087-6411240

PARTS WANTEDFOR 2006 OPELZAFIRATel: 087-2460774

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LARGE QUANTITYOF FIRST CLASSTURF AND WOODFor Sale. Shed Stored, deliv-ered. Tel: 087-7462440

SUCK CALVESRed / White Herefordheifers 3/6 weeks old, verygood quality, make excellentsuckler replacements. Suit-able for bucket rearing orsuckling.Tel: 087-7120752

COLLIE FEMALE7 Months old, started towork sheep, needs training,from good working back-ground, smooth coat, blackand white, wiht nice mark-ings €160. May part ex-change for pup, creepertype. Tel: 086-4513553 WestSligo

LLEYN RAM LAMBSPure bred, excellent qualitylleyn hogget ewes 3/4 bred,ideal replacements, formore details and appoint-ment to view flock.Tel: 086-0396536 / 086-4513553 West Sligo


Philips Building

StoneTelephone: 087-2496005

• Sandstone & Limestone for house walls and fireplaces• Gravel & Sand

• Colour Chips in Ton Bags for Flowerbeds or Driveways• Natural Stone & Paving Slabs

Beltra, Co.Sligo

email: [email protected] - Mobile: 087-2725297

Complete ChimneyCare and Repair

Modern Chimney Cleaning

Stoves, Ranges, Open Fires

Chimney FireRepair, Rebuild, Reline

Camera Inspection

Fully Insured25 Year Guarantee

All Counties Covered Northand South

Contact John: 087-6257243

BUILDING

• No Job too Big or Small• Free Quotations

Tel David: 087-1219658

HOUSE SERVICES &SEPTIC TANKS

JOHN HASTINGS: 087-2416533

• Drainage • Footpaths• Brick Paving & Kerbing• Ra! Founda"ons• Plant Hire3 Ton Dumper / Digger & Roller For Hire

D.G. Blocklaying &Sub-Contractor

North WestWindowsProp. Kevin Burns

Belcoo, Co. Fermanagh

Tel: 087-2443903 After 6pm

Tel: 048-66386525

Suppliers & Installers of uPVCWindows & Doors

White, Wood Grain andLight Oak Finish

All Windows InternallyGlazed

Rathedmond Road, Finisklin, Sligo 071-919 2011

BUY ONLINE @www.silvershardware.com

General Hardware, Sliding DoorGear, uPvc Door & Window Fittings,

Kitchen & Bedroom accessoriesFitting Service Available

Call for a FREE QUOTATION: 0862149496Find the same cheaper and we will beat it!!

T MASONFOR ALL YOUR BRICK, BLOCK AND

STONEWORK NEEDSSpecialising in Founda"ons, Extensions & Boundary Walls

Covering the Northwest region C2 Registered and Fully Insured

Blocks from 60c each,Stone from €50 per sq.m

Keenest Rates and quality work guaranteed

Tom CawleyPlastering & Building Contractor• Extensions

• Renovations• Dry Lining

• C2 Reg & InsuredPhone for a FREE QUOTE

087-2218487

BUILDING

Remodels Extensions

MaintenanceC2 Reg • Insured • 30 years experience

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

Building Contractors

Tom0876786275

Tel/Fax: 093-31595Nationwide: 087-2414012

Abrodella ConcreteConcrete Pumped,Placed and Finished

Domestic &Industrial

Floors / Rafts /TanksLaser

creeding

CHIMNEY REPAIRSIRELAND

Tel : Office 1800 283067 / 087-7997671www.chimneyrepairs.ie

• 20 year guarantee • 25 years experience• Relining and rebuilding• Smoke and soot problems solved• Free estimates• Free assistance with insurance claims


MAKERS, SUPPLIERS& FITTERS

MACE MIDDLE, CLAREMORRIS.

www.mcganns.comA full listing of products and rates are available

on request• Angles • Beading • Centre Pieces

• Corbels • Corner Pieces • Cornices

• Dado Rails • Niches • Plaques

• Conservatories• Windows & Doors • Fasia, Soffit & Guttering• Full Replacement Work &

New Work Carried Out• Maintenance Work Carried

Out To A High Level

PML WINDOWS & DOORS

Mob: 086-605-8838Email: [email protected]

Manufacturers and Suppliers of:Decorative Stone: Suitable for Driveways, Maintenance free

Gardens, Memorials, Pathways, Pot topping, Mulching. Silica Sands: Suitable for Football Pitches, Golf courses, Horse

Arenas, Horse Gallops, Dog Tracks Glassmaking Paving Sands: Suitable for Paving and Brick Laying

Building and Plastering SandsHorticultural Sands & Grits: Suitable for Lawn Top Dressing,

Football Pitch top dressing, Golf Course Top Dressing.

Filtration Silica Sands:To EPA Specification for Sand Polishing Filters

SEWAGE TREATMENT AND WATER FILERTATIONCE Accredited Children's Playsand

Dried Silica Sands • Flood Defence & De-icing SaltAll grades of lime free crushed stone available including lime

free drainage chippings, 804, crusher run, etc., Available at allHardware, DIY Garden Centres and Paving outlets.For further information on your nearest stockists

please contact us:071 – 9646017 or by e-mail at [email protected]

Glenview TM is a product of Hillstreet Quarries Ltd.

Glenview Decorative StoneTM

SILICA SAND FOR SANDPOLISHING FILTERS For a professional service in planning applications for: Pri-

vate houses, extensions (any size), small scale commer-cial, also cottage renovations etc. Timber frame and lowenergy dwellings a specialinterest.Contact Martin McGloinBunduff, Cliffoney, Co. [email protected]

Tel/Fax: 071-9166277 Mob: 087-2817620

• Twin Chamber Septic Tanks • Septic Tanks • Water Harvesting Tanks• Bio Treatment Tanks• Chimney Caps & Kerbs • Paving slabs & Ballustrades• Readymix Concrete available

for collection• Off standard items made to order

Graffymore, Newport Road, Castlebar, Co Mayo

BUILDING PRODUCT CERTIFICATIONCERTIFICATE No. 96/0072 SR6 1991

Tom Vesey Precast Concrete

• Grinder Pumps• Waste Water Pumps• Flower Pots• Georgian Columns• Fencing & Gate Posts• Lintens & Sills• Flue Starters• Cattle Grids

For Quality And Keenest Prices in Connaught, deliveries to all areas!

IRISHAGRÉMENT

BOARD

Tel: 094-90 236 39 •FAX: 094-90 264 66email: [email protected]

www.tomveseyconcrete.com

McKelvey Asbestos Removal Ltd

Fully licensed, insured and trained operativesTom Browne 0044 7748 638997

Specialists in Asbestos Removal,Surveys

and ReinstatementWorks approved by Education Boards, Health Trusts,

Commercial and Private Clients

Free Estimates ProvidedTel: (028) 81670586.

0910

TO WINDOWS, DOORS & PATIO DOORS

GLASS PARTS ETCREPLACED

Brendan Gormley071-9183860087-2562669

BUILDING

• 1st and 2nd Fix • Kitchens • Flooring

• Roofing • Decking• Wardrobes

• A!c ConversionsFor all your carpentry needs at keen rates

Visit www.dg-upvcwindows.com

Aluminium Soffit & FasciaCovering Mayo & West Sligo

Aluminium Soffit & FasciaCovering Mayo & West Sligo

Tel 096-45423 or

087-2858333

Tel: 04889541493Mob: 0044 (0)7904019484Email: info@classagu#ering.co.uk

Ummer, Tempo, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh

www.classagu#ering.co.uk

AT LAST A PERMANENTPROVEN SOLUTION TO FLAT

ROOF PROBLEMS

Also providing: uPVC gu#ering, fascias and soffits, Seamlessaluminium gu#ering, Cast iron / cast aluminium gu#ering,

uPVC wall and ceiling panelling, Roof repairs and maintenance to flat and pitched roofs and Sandblas%ng

CHANGE SLIGOGLASS EVERY

EDITION

Brighten up your home • Heat Resistant Tempered glass • Hygenic & Easy to clean • Painted Colour of your choice• Easily fitted over existing tiles

"pride in our work"

Far Finisklin Road, Sligo Tel: 071-91 61924

[email protected] • www.sligoglass.com

Glass Splashback CentreTELEPHONE: 094-9388208

MOBILE: 087-2503184


RELINE • REBUILD • REPAIRCHIMNEY FIRE

• All Work Certified • Minimum Disruption • 30 Years Experience

• Nationwide Service

CALL PAT: 087 250 0636091 789 836

CALL GABRIEL: 087 226 6236093 287 75

[email protected]

Damaged Chimney Repair Contractors

National Guild Of Master Craftsmen

CHIMNEY PROBLEMS

FREEFONE: 1800 200 510

Relining, Repairing, RebuildingNormally no opening of walls , Free InsuranceQuotes, National Guild of Master Craftsman

NATIONWIDE SERVICE

Oil Kits Supplied and Fitted, Stoves and Ranges Fitted

Declan 087-9974893

• Competitive rates • Group discounts • Brush and Vac• Pensioner discounts •Oil Burners cleaned and serviced• Fireplaces and stoves fitted

So call the one and only number for your home

NO - MESS - NO - FUSS

CHIMNEY CLEANING

NO ONE COMPARES TO OUR FIRM086-8687306

Services second to none

Thermal ImagingSmoke TestingDraught TestingProblem SolvingCCTV Chimney Inspections

Re-liningRe-buildingStove InstallationTwin wall flue specialistsinsurance claims processed

Tel: 087-6196013 / 085-1248560Email: [email protected]

Fully Insured and Free Quotes

Cashel Chimney Repairs LtdReline & Rebuild - Years of Experience

Free Quotes and SurveysNo height restrictions - Nationwide -

- Suppliers and fitters of Stoves- Attic Insulation

Tel: 091-770775 / Pat 087-2458126E-mail: [email protected] 0911

CHIMNEYS

Gilroy Glass LtdHazelwood Rd, Sligo

Tel: 071-9145400 Fax: 071-9140132 Mobile: 087-2341 985

• Manufacturers of double glazed units to trade and retail

• Replace your existingdouble glazed units with energy efficient units

•Complete glazing service

• Stockists of all types of glass

• Glass cut while you wait

BUILDING

LG GLASS & GLAZINGWestport Road, CastlebarTel: 094-9022000

www.lg-glass.ie

Tel: 087-2311754

We also fit Tanks, Percolation Areas,Polishing filters, Pumps etcWaste Permit HolderFrank Gallagher Construction

Septic Tank Emptying& Desludging

Rapid Repair ServiceDecorative MirrorsGlass Shower Units

Coloured GlassInternal Doors

Glass Stairs & Balustrade

[email protected] www.timoneywindowsandconservatories.com

Tel: 087-2387338

Loftus GutteringServices

Facia SoffitSupplied and

FitteduPVC / Aluminium / Seamless

GuttersChoice of Colours

White, Cream, Black, Red, Blue,Brown and Green Woodgrain

Boards in Light Oak, Mahogany,Cedar Wood and Black Ash

C2 Reg. Killasser, Swinford, Co, Mayo

Covering County Mayo, Sligo & Roscommon

Call today for more information on this remarkable new product, suitable for all types of roofing structures and walk on balconies.

professionally fitted by Clarke Roofing licensed installation contractors.

A new quick and easy fibreglass roofing solution

for flat Roofs and Balconies

Clarke Roofing & Suspended Ceilings33 Ferney View, Ballinamallard,

Co. FermamaghT: 048-66388663 - Mob: 0044 7714232794

www.clarkeroofing.co.uk

A weatherproof system that outperforms asphalt, bitumen,felt and rubber in strength, durability and length of service.

- Extreme Weather Resistance- Fire Resistant- Seamless- Safe & Simple Installation - No Heat Sources Required- Odd Shapes moulded on-site- Ready to walk on in 20 mins- 20 Year warranty- Eco-friendly- No maintenance- Easiest, quickest, toughest roofing material available on the market

Fireplaces & Feature Walls

External Walls &Pillars

StonemasonAll types of Stonework carried

out to a high standard

Your Advert Here!

All Work Is Fully Guarnteed • Call on 086 341 4213

INSULATION PRODUCTS

ULTIMATEInsulation Services

Termon Road, Boyle, Co. RoscommonAlan: 086-8037462 Kevin: 086-3108703

Email: [email protected]• Approved Installers of Korefill injected bonded bead cavity wall insulation, suitable for New Buildings and exisitng homes.

• We can save you up to 60% on your heating costs a year.

• Specialists in cavity wall, attic and dormer insulations & stud partions

www.superiorinsulations.ieSuperior Insulations, Charlestown, Co. Mayo

Lo Call: 1890 253 221

Pay €500 Less forCavity & Attic

InsulationPay up to €3850 less for External

InsulationJust pay for the cost of the

insulation job less theSEAI grant amount!


ShedsWorkshopsFarm Buildings

We produce our buildings with high tensile, extremelydurable steel. Frame work fully galvanised.

We don’t do cheap box section!

• No maintenace required ever• Non drip lining applied to the roof • GDS Roller Door

• Supply and Installation throughout Ireland

5mx3m €3,300 / 6m x 4m €3,500 / 6mx5m €3,750 7mx5m €3,950 / 9mx5m €4,900

Contact Adrian for a FREE QUOTATION 087-4158927

We offer the best quality steelbuildings at unbeatable prices

GARDENING AND SHEDS

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SKIP HIRE(All Sizes)

096-32500www.loftusrecycling.com

POWER WASHING• Red Fungus Treated

& Cleaned• Moss Removed From:

Roofs and Tarmac Driveways

• Soffits & Windows Cleaned• Spray Painting

• Garden Maintenance

C2 Registered & Fully InsuredContact: 071-9171576

087-2224844Email: [email protected]

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Chainsaws, Tillers, Outboard Motors,Power Washers, Generators, Electric

Fences, Farm Machinery Spares

Doon Boyle, Co. Roscommon Tel: 071-9662710

www.eastbrothersmachinery.ie

MULTIPURPOSE GARDEN SHEDS & GARAGES

Contact: Ray Lynch Corlis, Castlerea, Co. RoscommonClare Office - Contact Eugene at the Indoor Market - 085-2188506

Phone: 086-8943034 or 094-9621938AGENTS REQUIRED

SPECIAL OFFERS3M X 3M (10’ X 10’)...............................................€8502M X 2M (7’ X 7’)...................................................€7502.5M X 1.8M (8’ X 6’)...................................€4506M X 9M (20’ X 30’).............................................€3900

CALL US TODAY FOR MORE SPECIALS!

All the main supports of our garages areconstructed of heavy duty box sectionsteel for strength and durability and arehot dipped galvanised for longer Life.Our Units are built to withstand theharshest weather conditions. The sheet-ing is hot dipped galvanised and pvccoated to the colour of your choice.

“You tell us the size you want and we willprice on that exact size”

Sheds delivered & Erected NationwideFor no extra cost


SCRAP METAL

PLUMBING AND HEATING

Your Advert Here!Contact our Friendly Sales team on 071-9154538 for details ofour excellent advertising deals

0510

BrickFireplace Construction

Drumany Beirne, Ballinamore, Co.

Leitrim

Specialising inBrick Fireplacesand Decorative

Brickwork.

We Can Build alltypes of Arches,

Bullseyes, Herringbones,

etc

Visit our website @www.brickfireplaces.ie

Email: [email protected]: 087-9390504

RIGHT PRICEFIREPLACES & STOVES

Effrinagh Village, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim Tel: 071-9623345 / 086-6073181

OUR PRICES WILL NOT BE BEATEN!

Sligo Road, Enniskillen. Phone: 048 66 326 327

The Biggest & Best Value Fireplace Showrooms in IrelandSave €€€s by calling to us

Fireplaces • Stoves • Gas • Oil• Solid Fuel • Electric • Granite Worktop Specialists

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The complete plumbing &

heating Service.Tel: 071 9168046

Mob: 087 2903690

COALDELIVERIES

40kg Polish Coal..............€15.5040kg Doubles..................€12.5040kg Singles....................€11.5040kg Rough Slack...............€8.5040kg Smokeless Fuel.........€16.50Briquettes...€4.00 eachPaper Briquettes...60c

Call 087-2972586Tel: 071-9143183

(Stove Body)

New shop opening in Liosban Estate,

Tuam Road, Galway City. • Granite hearths• Room Heaters, Insert Stoves• Boiler Stoves, Fitting Service • Solid Fuel, Timber Logs • New Age Stone Surrounds• We have added Hunter, Charnwood

Nestor Martin, Invictia, Stovax

Tel: 091 771 716 • 087 7833 545www.stovemangalwayltd.com

[email protected] • look us up on facebook

Full Call Out ServiceFull Plumbing & Heating Service

www.terrysstoves.comTERRYS STOVES

When buying a stove youneed good informationon the wide range that isavailable

I will help you get theproduct that best suitsyour needs.

Phone: 087‐2066910 or 071‐9197925

• Free Survey available• Solid Fuel Stoves• Gas Fires

people with energy

Buy Once! Buy Right!

Mobile: 086-2380126 Phone: 094 9382459 [email protected] www.ecoheating.ie

• Heating Control Upgrades• Boiler Service & Installation • Solar Panels

National Guild

Of Master

Craftsmen

Kiltimagh, Co.Mayo

Full Plumbing & Heating Services Available

Bar, Hotels Private HousesAll Upholstery undertakenHuge Selection of fabrics

Contact: 086-8361070or 071-9622700

Furniture recovering and restoration including covering of chairs, 3 piece suites, headboards, car seats andboat seats. Hotel and Bar seating, Office furniture and other Contract / Commercial furniture. Repair of

sails, tents and other outdoor gear for sports and leisure. We provide a service of Colour consultancy and Interior advice.

We retail upholstery fabrics and essentials. Collection and delivery can be arranged at a small fee, depending on distance.

INTERIOR AND UPHOLSTERY

Boradruma, Snugboro, Castlebar • Tel: 094 9023532 / 086 8350608Open Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm

Visit us online at www.boradrumaupholstery.ie

RADIO FENCETHERE IS ONLY ONE RADIO FENCE NOTHING ELSE COMPARES

FENCE YOUR DOG• Takes the worry out of owning a dog

• Keep your dog SAFE and HAPPY• Money back Guarantee • Simple to install

The most effective way to fence your dogWe also stock Bark Controls and Sport Dog Trainers

For a FREE BROCHURE Ring Mon - Sat 1850 70 60 50Email: [email protected] • www.petsafe.ie

PETS AND ACCESSORIES

PLUMBING AND HEATING

€200 SCRAPPAGE SCHEME

SCRAP METALSWANTED

Mohill Road, Carrigallen • WFPLM1000102

For all your scrap Metal Needs• Copper • Brass • Lead • Batteries • Alloys • Cars (ATF) • White Goods • Farm Machinery... etc

Collection Service AvailableTop Prices Paid

Contact Mark: 083-150-1833


SLIGO GENTSeeks female 18-45 yearsfor fun, home owner, Tel:087-6773979

MAYO MAN, 55Would like to meet lady ofsame age group for lovingrelationship, reliable andhonest, likes C/W music,outdoors, gardening, etc.Loves animals and nature.Tel: 087-6707798

MAYO MAN, 53Single, attractive, sincere,seeks l=kind lady same agefor relationship. Tel: 087-0555374

WIDOWER, 65seeks lady for friendship,companionship and mayberomance, N/S, S/D. Enjoysnature, seaside, cinema,food, coversation, linedancing and travel.Replies to Box number1025 at the usual address

WIDOWER OVER 60Would like to meet lady insimilar position for friend-ship and maybe a little ro-mance. Enjoys nights out,cinema and all sports.Replies to Box 1024 at theusual address.

MALE 40 SEEKSFemale. I am single, fit out-doors guy. Call or text 087-6467174

MALE EARLY 40’SSeeking female for friend-ship . Call or text: 087-2781436

SEEKING LADY 18-40FOR NSA Fun and frolicsor real relationship. Homeowner and car owner, cantravel or accomodate foro/nigh and weekends of fun.Call: 087-6773979

EAST MAYO MALEWants to meet othersmales for friendship. OwnPlace. Call: 086-2550981

OUTGOING SLIGOLADY (61)Likes dancing, swimming,hillwalking, travel, reading,S/D, N/S, interested inmeeting honest caring male,similar age and interests forfriendship maybe leading toa relationship. Replies tobox number 1016 at theusual address.

GENT (NORTHMAYO)Enjoys swimming, keep fit,walks, conversation, eatingin and out, loking for a hon-est and caring aldy 50-65ish as a friend and compan-ion. Replies to Box num-ber 1028 at the usualadress.

RETIRED LADYLooking for friendship, so-cial outings, likes TV, Cin-ema, Music andTheatre.Would like yo meet Gentwith similat interestes.Replies in a Stamped Evn-velope to box number 998at the usual address.

YOUNG GENTLEMAN51 years, kind, gentle andsincere. Loving Person, ap-pearance very slim andgood looking. Looking forkind and nice lady for lotsof love, romance. Non Irishalso welcome. LEading torelationship. Replies to boxnumber 1015 at the usualaddress.MAYO MANWould like to meet a nicelady any age, so I can put alovely smile on your face,discreet and nice time.Would you like?Tel: 087-6372540

ROSCOMMON LADYEarly 60's, W.T.M. Widower60 -65. N.S. for friendship,leading to a relationship.Replies to box number968 at the usual address.

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Post the completed form to FREECLASSIFIEDS, Northwest Express,Office 3, Unit 7, North West Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo

No.1in the No.2 Business...

email: [email protected] Damien: 087 297 4842 or 071 916 8086

• Domestic Drain Cleaning• Commercial Drain Cleaning• Man Hole Covers Replaced• Annual Maintenance Contracts

• Septic Tank Cleaning• Emergency Service Call Out• Odours Investigated• High Velocity Water Jetting• CCTV Drain Inspection

M.D.S 24 Hr Emergency Service 365 Days

Maintenance & Drainage

For fast efficient service call your local engineer on:SLIGO / LEITRIM 086-8106029 MAYO / GALWAY 086-8177634

ROSCOMMON / ATHLONE 086-3946395Office: 096-29986 / Fax: 096-45223

• Sewer Pipe, Drain & Gully Cleaning• Septic Tanks & Grease Traps Cleaned

• Toilets, Baths, Sinks - Odours Investigated• CCTV Pipe Surveying - Pipe Laying & Repair

• Manhole Covers ReplacedFREE ESTIMATES - C2 REG - FULLY INSURED

WATER TREATMENT AND SEWAGE SYSTEMS

• Water Analysis• Water Filtration• Water Softening• Well Drilling• Pump Supplied and Fitted• Rain Water Collection & Purification• Sewage Treatment Systems

IN THE BUSINESS FOR OVER 25 YEARS

Email: [email protected]: www.waterteck.com

Phone: 086-8072249 071-9658976

Bonniconlon Road, Ballina

Contact Michael 087-276-7003 / 096-70224Email: [email protected]

Sep!c Tank Upgrading• Pre Cast Sep!c Tanks / Supplied & Fi"ed• Wastewater Treatment Systems• Ter!ary Treatment for Enhanced Treatment

Levels EN Cer!fied• Pump Sta!ons for Domes!c & Commercial use• Over 20 Years Experience• Service and Repairs to most models of

Treatment System• All Groundwork Services / Machine Hire• Agent for Bord Na Móna /

Anua Environmentals • Covering the North West

Merry Christmas and Happy NewYear from all at

FIRST CLASS DATINGAll applicants individually interviewed and matched

by me.Irish owned and operated.

Call Jane 087-3345116


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