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May 2014
Carryduff Gardening Services ▪ Large or Small Gardens ▪
Grass Cutting Strimming Hedges etc
GARY DAVIDSON
Bloomfield Blinds
Phone Richard
9081 2227 or 07 9500 7 8 9 10
Specialists in Cleaning Venetian Blinds PHONE FOR QUOTATION Venetian ▪ Vertical Blinds ▪ Curtain Rails Roller Blinds ▪ Supplied, Fitted & Repaired
COMPETITIVE RATES Any handyman Jobs also done by fitters if required Contact Gary 07884 090505 Email: gary.davidson02@btinternet.com
OIL & GAS BOILERS SERVICING & REPAIRS
Rapid Breakdown Service 24-hr Breakdown Service ALAN WEIR
HOME CARE PODIATRY For an appointment, please call Laura on
7 Church Rd, Boardmills, Carryduff BT27 6UP
07540 143 330
Tel: 028 9263 8422 Mob: 07710 670363
Gift Vouchers now available
Laura Dorman BSc (Hons) MChS hcpc Registered Podiatrist/ Chiropodist
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Call Deirdre today 028 90 817579 2
Foot Care In The Comfort Of Your Own Home
Treatments carried out for all foot conditions:
- Routine Nail Care - Corn/Callus Removal - Verruca Treatments - Diabetic Assessments and Foot Care - Podiatric Orthoses/Insoles and Pads Evening & Weekend Appointments Available NEW - wide variety of food care products for purchase
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We’re CELEBRATING!
Tel:
02890 813672
Emerson House, Ballynahinch Rd, Carryduff
Bronagh celebrates 3 years in business with these fabulous Anniversary Offers: Gel polish Colour £20, French £23 Nail art extra - choice of Gelish or Mani q Reflexology only £20
10% OFF 10% OFF
all Dermalogica Facials A single Microdermabrasion Treatment
DERMALOGICA FREE SKIN MAPPING SATURDAYS Book in with one of our recently qualified skin health EXPERTS Bronagh or Eilish - and get a detailed analysis of your skin with product recommendations and guidance, all at no cost whatsoever! No obligation to purchase, however for anyone wishing to purchase you will receive 10% off and with every 2 products, receive a free gift worth £40
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Contents:
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Articles:
6 Technology - Wheely Good Gadgets 8 Gardening - Water, Water Everywhere 16 Alternative Therapy - Osteopathy 18 Cartoon - Buster 21 Book Review - Countryside 28 Health - Sleep 30 Realistic Revision - for Students/Parents 32 Science Facts 34 Movie Review 36 The Better Life - His and Herbs
Muppets Most Wanted Anchorman 2
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Nature Focus - May
Seasonal Recipe:
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Moroccan Stuffed Loin of Pork
Puzzles: Wordsearch Household Appliances Quick Crossword Sudoku Hidato Quiz - Red, White and Blue Codeword Solutions 33 &
10 14 20 21 26 34 47
Welcome to the May issue of the Carryduff Focus Hello everyone, we’ve lots of articles and puzzles in this issue to keep you busy throughout the month. If the weather in May is anything like it is today as I’m writing this, it will be glorious (we can only hope!) and you will probably be outside enjoying it. If exam fever has hit your house, or is about to, we’ve some great advice on revision techniques on page 32. Perhaps the article on sleep or the lack of it on page 30 will also help the same students! We’ve also some articles for the gardeners - water gardening on page 16 and a humorous take on herb growing on page 6 and a word from Helen Long our local nature expert on hedge/tree cutting and it’s impact on birds at this time of year - on page 37. Back on my favourite hobby horse - I’ve found a new site to track the International Space Station (ISS). Just put Belfast into the location field on www.spotthestation.nasa.gov and it will show you when you can see the ISS flying by, AND also the when you can view the Russian resupply ship ‘Progress 54P’ and ‘Dragon’ a commercial resupply ship. Now you know what I’ll be doing over the next few evenings! Deirdre Deadline for adverts for the June issue:
Mon 19th May 2014
Regulars: Local Useful Numbers Community Pages Index 4
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Carryduff Focus Magazine is published by Local Focus, a totally independent small business. Local Focus cannot be held responsible for any advert content, including errors and omissions. Local Focus does not endorse companies, products or services that appear in this magazine. We endeavour to ensure that all information given within this magazine is accurate, but this cannot always be guaranteed.
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ARTISAN FURNITURE COMPANY Made to order, using traditional tenon & mortise joints. I make all types of furniture in any wood, built in or free standing. Many woods available, including reclaimed pine. Tables & bench seating Bookcases, sideboards &
shelving
Beds, wardrobes Interior & exterior doors
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Made in your size & style to suit your space! Please mention the Carryduff Focus Magazine when contacting advertisers
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Lawnmowers • Ride-On Mowers • Chainsaws and garden machinery
Hitachi Husqvarna Lawnflite Echo Simplicity Cub Cadet Wolf Sales and Service
Open: Mon - Fri 8:30am to 6pm Sat 8:30am to 1pm
Collection and Delivery
Visit our website:
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9 Drumalig Road, Boardmills, Lisburn. BT27 6UD Tel: 028 9751 0804 Fax: 028 9751 1494
All electrical work carried out ~ 24 hour Service ~ Electrics for new builds Rewires - Lighting & Sockets - Showers Inspection & Testing - PAT Testing Intruder & Smoke Alarms Also handy man jobs - decking, fencing, removals
Call Andrew - 07849 396 358 info.cherryelectrical@gmail.com find us on
A.R.M. LOCKSMITHS Master Locksmiths • Domestic & Commercial
Emergency Locksmiths 24/7 Service Non-Destructive Entry Complete Lock Changes UPVC Doors and Window locks repaired and replaced
All locks supplied and fitted meeting insurance requirements
On Site Key Cutting Facility Burglary Repair & Boarding Up Work & Locks Guaranteed All calls dealt with in confidence
Tel: 07934 663337 Store this number for Emergencies 8
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gillian gervais opticians & eyewear
WE ARE MOVING... ...but not far! From 5th May, our new premises will be operational at 33 Ballynahinch Road, opposite the Carryduff Centre. Convenient, easy parking available inside Lowes Industrial Estate. Tel: 02890 812890 Find us on
YOGA CLASSES Give your Body & Mind a treat Experience IYENGAR Yoga Stretch, Strengthen & Simply Relax
REDBRAE MOTORS We service & repair any vehicles
Now booking for Spring Term Core Health Studio, Carryduff Wednesdays 10:30am, 6:15pm & 7:30pm
Yoga classes for all abilities Beginners to Intermediates Classes in Belfast, Carryduff & Ballynahinch Small groups ensure individual attention
To enrol & for info on other venues contact: Angela on 07709 523334 or
angelabeattieyoga@gmail.com Visit my teacher profile page at: www.iyengaryoga.org.uk
MOT ď‚Ź PSV Diagnostics Timing Belts All Mechanical Repairs Brakes ď‚Ź Clutches Office: 02897 512 840 Mob: 07591 341 765 or : 07927 082 568 Red Brae Business Park 3M Drumalig Road, Temple BT27 6UD
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PVC Fascia, Soffit & Guttering Full Bathroom Refurbishments Oil Boiler Services Garden Fences
also All Plumbing Jobs
Landlord Services
For your free estimate, call David: 07512 730603 or 028 9210 8403
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We are a local home bakery and catering business based on our own farm between Carryduff and Moneyrea.
Celebration & Wedding Cakes Our celebration cakes start from as little as ÂŁ15 and we can provide you with a customised cake that's as individual as you! We can also cater for your... Coffee Morning Dinner Party Family Occasions
Afternoon Tea Kids Party Funeral Tea
Sweet and Savoury dishes available ď‚Ź Award winning recipes
Mossbrook Farm, 20 Mossbrook Road Carryduff. BT8 8AJ
Tel: 07912 620 177 Find us on
email: farmhousetreatsdesserts@yahoo.co.uk
M.D. Stronge & Co. Chartered Certified Accountants & Registered Auditors Bookkeeping & Payroll VAT Returns Accounts Production & Income Tax Returns Company Accounts, Tax & Secretarial Discounted fees
Peggy Stronge F.C.C.A
Part Time bookkeeper required : Sage & Excel essential Payroll & Experience in accountants office desirable 2 Green Pastures, Carryduff, Belfast. BT8 8RW tel: 028 9081 3770 email: pstronge@talk21.com Please mention the Carryduff Focus Magazine when contacting advertisers
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For an appointment, please phone 028 90 815775
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John & Sinead
FREE Quotations Reasonable Prices
ALL OVER GARDENING all year round Grass Cutting ▪ Hedge Trimming ▪ Weed Control Pruning & Planting ▪ Leaf Clearing Garden Clear Out & Waste Removal Please Call Steve – 07814 630 171
info@allovergardening.co.uk
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All types of Electrical Works: Rewires • Alarms • Security Lighting Garden Lighting • Inspection & Testing
Has your Boiler been serviced recently? Wise up to the dangers of Carbon Monoxide Contact us now to book your OFTEC boiler service and carbon monoxide check
For your free quotation, contact Alistair on:
0790 222 0492 or 028 9187 3777
Home Help and Home Maintenance Housework Spring Cleaning Ironing can We our... Joinery Gardening Exterior Painting y do Wardrobes Kitchens Wood Flooring Tel: 07548 283 969 or: 07591 307 471 Free Estimates 89 Baronscourt Rd, Carryduff
Treat yourself to a re-style this Summer Unisex Salon Specialists in colouring, cutting and blow-drying Opening Hours Closed Monday Tues-Fri: 9am - 5pm Saturday: 9am - 3:30pm Late night: Thurs until 8pm
email: awjthompson@hotmail.com
Karen Gordon Hair
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Emerson House, 14b Ballynahinch Road, Carryduff
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Plumbing & Heating Oil & Gas Boiler Servicing Installation of Renewable Energies - Solar Biomass etc Based in Carryduff, we provide an extensive range of Domestic, Commercial & Industrial Mechanical Services in the local area and further afield, to meet with every client’s expectations.
Please ring us today for a free quotation: Tel:
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Attic Ladders NI We provide safe, quick attic access with our superior quality ladder at a very affordable price...
£299 incl fitting
Flooring £19.95/m² supplied and fitted Light, supplied and fitted
£59
Ladder Features: Secure Closing Mechanism Hand Rail ▪ 36mm Insulated White Panel Draught Excluder
Installed in 2-3 hours 3 year guarantee
Ring Derrie on: 028 9070 9350 or: 07870 771110
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BEECHTREE KENNELS For a quality finish, call a professional
Tiling
Small Family Run Kennels
Idyllic Location & Facilities Purpose Built Modern Kennels Individual Attention Assured
All Ceramic, Porcelain & Natural Stone Tiling work
Decorating All Interior & Exterior Paintwork Paper-hanging Expert
DARD Approved and Licensed Inspection Welcome - by Appointment Visit our Website:
www.beechtreekennelsni.com
Tel: 02890 814849 or 079 9057 5129 29 Drumview Road, Carryduff. BT27 8YF
For your FREE estimate, ring Nigel on 028 9751 1133 or 07967 394 828
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Sudoku
For solution, see page 47
How to Play Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through to 9, with no repetition. That's all there is to it! You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic there’s no maths involved and no adding up.
Two Sudoku puzzles for you this month. The easy one is on the right, the hard one above. Specially dedicated to the ladies in Keith Kane Hair International who love their sudokus!
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Buster
HIDATO Starting at 1 and finishing at 34, track your way from one square to another, either horizontally, vertically or diagonally, placing consecutive numbers into the empty squares as you go. Some numbers are already given.
Spring Offer
20% OFF
Solutions on page 33
orders over £250 Offer valid until 31st May 2014
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Energy Performance Certificates (Required by Law) Landlord Rentals/Private House Sales Order now before approaching your Agent!
Only £45.00 (including registration)
Tel: 07443 514425 / 02890 799806
Gutter Cleaning Fascias & Soffits Conservatory Roofs & Powerwashing
07841 469 829
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LP Power Washing Service
Moss Road Accident Repair Prop:
Call in a Professional!
Re-Sanding of Block Paving Domestic & Commercial work undertaken
Before
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24 Hr Vehicle Recovery Service
Plastic Bumper Repairs Re-sprays & Colour Changes All Minor and Major Repairs Private and Insurance work
We pay the first £250 insurance excess for own fault accidents
10% OFF Labour Costs with this ad Contact:
Lawrence 0774 555 3331
Call 028 9722 8758 or text 07972 473 134
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We Beat any Quote!
Driveways ▪ Paths ▪ Patios etc
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Visit our showroom.. for the latest in bathroom & showering equipment
Full design & installation service available
A recent bathroom installation in Carryduff
Brae Bathrooms, 188b Saintfield Road, Commons Brae (behind Tesco Express)
www.brae-bathrooms.co.uk Open: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm Late Night Thurs-8pm
D Glavin
Tel: 028 90 703422
Closed: Sat & Sun
After Hours: By Appointment Only
Established 1987
Plumbing & Heating
New installations New bathroom suites Boiler servicing Power flushing Gas installations & servicing Landlord certificates Under floor heating
Visit our website: www.dglavinplumbing.co.uk
Tel Carryduff 07889 768 311 All aspects of plumbing, heating and gas work undertaken
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Established 2001
Domestic and Commercial Garden Maintenance Grass cutting & general tidy-ups Lawns turfed, fed, scarified & re-sowed Decorative flagging / paving / walls All types of fencing erected
Power Washing patios, drives etc Coloured pebbles supplied and laid Hedge cutting, tree pruning / felling Mini digger work undertaken
Phone us today for a FREE competitive estimate:
Phone: 02890 448255 / 02890 814842 Mobile: 07802 333256 www.crossnacreevynurseries.uktc.com email: crossnacreevy_nurseries@hotmail.com
Fully Insured for your peace of mind Our work is quality assured to the highest standards. All waste removed
Let us look after your lawn - grass cutting is our speciality
LAWNMOWERS Ken’s Engineering In business for the past 25 years Suppliers of new & reconditioned lawnmowers Repairs to all types of Mowers, Hedgecutters, Strimmers & Chainsaws
IT’S SPRING!.... Get your lawnmower serviced NOW
BUILDING, JOINERY & CONSTRUCTION
All aspects of Building Work, Plastering & Roof Work Locally Based Builder
FREE Local Collection / Delivery Service
Tel: 9081 4797 All makes and models repaired 27 Drumview Road Carryduff
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Chimneys: Repaired, Replaced, Removed Pointing: Ridges, Valleys, Brickwork Roofs Cleaned: Moss Removed and Treated Guttering: Replaced, Repaired Power Washing: Driveways, Walls, Patios Aerials: Repaired, Replaced, Removed
Tel: 028 9030 9949 Visit www.tvaerialsbelfast.co.uk
For solution, see page 33
ALL OVER CLEANING ALL CLEANING & MAINTENANCE WORK UNDER TAKEN
Window Cleaning Gutter & Fascia Cleaning Patio & Driveway Pressure Washing External Property Painting Fully Insured • Carryduff & Four Winds Based
Please contact Steve - 07814 630 171 info@allovercleaning.co.uk www.allovercleaning.co.uk
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TREE SERVICES from
We cater for ALL tree related work, planting to dangerous tree removal
Call Raymond on 07921 256556 or 028 9751 0403 City & Guilds NPTC Qualified
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Carryduff Offers available: from: 28th April to 18th May 2014
2 for ÂŁ2 deal applies to any Spar 2 litre milk together with any Kingsmill 800g/750g bread. Subject to availability or while stocks last.
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Adrian Murray Plumbing & Heating
All types of Plumbing and Heating work undertaken
Full Bathroom Refurbishments Underfloor Heating Solar Hot Water Systems Oftec Registered
Call Adrian on:
07515 148 605
Grass cutting Hedge clipping Tree pruning and felling
Stones and bark laid Fencing and decking General tidy ups etc.
Regular grass cuts at most average properties cost between ÂŁ10-ÂŁ15 Book TODAY
Contact Graeme for all other quotes: Tel: 02890 448744 or Mob: 07510 998 801 8 Ilford Road, Crossnacreevy, Belfast BT6 9SN Please mention the Carryduff Focus Magazine when contacting advertisers
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Lough Moss Vehicle Test Centre
All car and van (up to 7.5 tonnes) repairs, servicing, welding & bodywork
Full Service of any car/van (up to 2l)
£79.00
Incl oil, oil filter, air filter, fuel filter
20%
off labour Voucher valid for telephone bookings only
02890 813076 or 07591 047502 91 Hillsborough Road, Carryduff
Tel:
Kitchens New Builds Rewires Bathrooms Lighting and Sockets Domestic Smoke Alarms
Cherry Plumbing & Heating Repairs Call Graham for all your plumbing repairs:
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~ No Job too small ~ Mob: 07742 080 950
Email: cherryplumbing@hotmail.co.uk
TUESDAY Shaws Bridge Ramada Plaza Hotel, 117 Milltown Road, 10am, 5:30pm & 7:30pm Tel: Johnny 07568 503 603
THURSDAY Carryduff Ivanhoe Hotel, Saintfield Road, 5:15pm & 7:15pm Tel: Alice 07765 824 294
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Offering: BOARDING, DOGGY DAY CARE & TRAINING Grooming services available to residential stays Viewings recommended, but by appointment only
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Check our Facebook page for current offers
tel:
15 Lisnasallagh Road, Carryduff, Belfast. BT8 8AP
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Puzzle Solutions
Hidato solution from p21 (below):
Quiz Solution: Red, White and Blue Quiz from p26: 1. Tom Clancy 2. Germany 3. Mr. Red 4. Dixon Of Dock Green 5. White 6. A The Chronicles Of Narnia 7. Blue 8. Jupiter 9. Blood 10. Red
Wordsearch Hidden Phrase from p10: “Nature abhors a vacuum and so do I.” Anne Gibson Please mention the Carryduff Focus Magazine when contacting advertisers
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Codeword Solution on page 47 Each letter in this puzzle is represented by a number between 1 and 26. The codes for three letters are shown. As you find the letters enter them in the box below.
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Local Useful Numbers:
Caring & compassionate service Vaccinations, neutering & dentistry State-of-the art anaesthetic monitoring Comprehensive facilities Dogs Trust Vouchers accepted Free nurse clinics & advice
Tel: 028 90817109 21 Church Road, Carryduff, BT8 8DT www.hollygatevets.co.uk
Down Street Kitchens and Bathrooms We can supply and fit at the highest quality at affordable prices
Joinery - Tiling All Building Work Call Today for a free quotation:
Jonathan 07796 405 242 David 07851 643 867 email: jp1210@hotmail.co.uk
HEALTH AMBULANCE 999 Carryduff Surgery 90 812211 Repeat Prescriptions 90 813266 GP Out of Hours 90 796220 Chemist 90 812405 Carryduff Dental Practice 90 812431 Church Road Dental Care 90 817848 Optician - Gillian Gervais 90 812890 Lagan Valley Hospital 92 665141 Royal Group of Hospitals 90 240503 City Hospital 90 329241 Ulster Hospital 90 484511 EMERGENCY FIRE/POLICE 999 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 Quick Check Freephone08000132290 NIE 08457 643 643 Phoenix Gas 0800 002 001 Water Service 08457 440 088 Street Lighting 90 253051 Castlereagh Council 90 494500 Police (Non-Emergency) 0845 600 8000 Lifeline 0808 808 8000 Samaritans 08457 90 90 90 PIPS (Suicide Prevention) 90 755070 TRANSPORT AND TAKEAWAYS New Century 90 812755 John Dorey’s 90 814595 Jolly Fryer 90 812060 Khyber 90 813822 Carryduff Cabs 90 812345 Carryduff Taxis 90 795050 Translink (Ulsterbus & Metro) 90 666630 EDUCATION Carryduff Primary 90 812918 Millennium Primary 90 813688 St Joseph’s Primary 90 813523 Carr Primary 92 638615 Moneyrea Primary 90 448443 LEISURE Lough Moss Centre Carryduff Library Ivanhoe Inn & Hotel
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Focus on Movies
By Peter Stevenson
AT THE CINEMA: Muppets Most Wanted U (113 mins) The Muppets, I know, have been in endless sequels, musicals and literary adaptations, but in this first of their latest reboot; Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the rest of the gang return to continue their story on an international scale, mixing daring thefts, crazy dopplegangers and zany adventure. The story is surprisingly faceted, but the plot runs as follows: relishing their comeback fame, the Muppets embark on a European tour, organised by their new manager Dominic Badguy (pronounced ‘Bad-gee’ – it’s French) (Ricky Gervais). Soon however, Kermit is kidnapped (only Animal notices) and replaced by evil criminal mastermind Constantine. The key quirk of the Muppets is that their movies are always tongue-in-cheek, whether they pastiche Hollywood fads or pay homage to their own medium, they never take themselves too seriously and this is the element of this movie which shines through the most, particularly through the music. The opening number critiques the inevitable decline in quality when it comes to sequels while Miss Piggy’s duet with Celine Dion shows exactly how a cameo with the Muppets should be done. The way to determine if a Muppet movie has been made successfully though is not by analysing the plot or the music, it is not even about approving or disapproving of the cameos; it is about seeing if the human actors can react naturally with their fuzzy counterparts and, I am delighted to say that here, they do. Both Gervais and Tina Fey (prison guard Nadya) react well to their puppetesque co-stars but it is Ty Burrell as Clouseau-like Interpol agent Jean Pierre Napoleon who is most at ease. He is paired up with Sam the Eagle to apprehend Constantine and their contrasting characters prove hilarious! More in this vein please, Disney. 3 / 5
On DVD: Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues 15 (119 mins) The original Anchorman, which was released in 2004, was a serendipitous occurrence; a group of funny men with Will Ferrell at the helm, doing adolescent, office-based skits, and pulling them together to make a coherent and ultimately very funny movie which actually had a point to make about sexual politics in the workplace, the eruption of feminism and the frustrating glass-ceiling women faced during the ’70’s in their place of work. Now Ron Burgundy (Ferrell) and wife and co-anchor Veronica Corningstone (Christina Applegate) live in the ’80‘s and it is a world in flux; one of transition in which the once mighty and autocratic Anchorman is fired and a WOMAN(!) is promoted to take his place. This sends Ron into a downward spiral and he ends up unemployed and an alcoholic. Veronica’s star, however, is in the ascendant (she is the woman who took Ron’s job) so divorce, almost inevitably follows. How can he redeem himself? By reassembling his now disbanded news team, consisting of Brick Tamland (Steve Carell), Brian Fantana (Paul Rudd) and Champ Kind (David Koechner) (the one in the cowboy hat) and launching (even if it’s on the graveyard shift) the ground breaking first 24-hour news channel. I won’t give away any more of the rather convoluted plot; the most important thing to note is what a disappointment this movie is, granted there some laugh-out-loud moments but they are too sparse, and those in the editors’ chair missed some film which is ripe for immediate pruning (the sequence at the lighthouse). The rest is merely box-ticking for the loyal fanbase, Brian’s sex panther cologne, for example, makes an appearance and there is a melee involving different news teams. Why was this movie not better?! It should have been. 3/ 5 36
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In another of our series of articles about our local environment, Helen Long writes about her observations of nature, right here in Carryduff Alas, it is not a truth universally acknowledged that a hedge or a tree with a bird nesting in it must not be disturbed, cut down or trimmed. Yet it is the law! I have observed the sad evidence of this in Carryduff in previous years during the month of May, the peak nesting time. Farmers are very good, because they know the law, but it seems that a significant proportion of our own village population do not. The result is visible now, if you only keep your eyes open. Men come in with big chain saws and other machinery, and before you know it, a large proportion of the trees and hedges has been brutally trimmed, along with any bird-life that was inhabiting the felled branches. I am not against tree trimming; indeed I was most encouraged when a neighbour took control of a Lawson cypress hedge that had grown much too big for its boots. But the difference was that he did it in the winter, well outside the nesting season. He knew the law. As an RSPB member and volunteer, I feel the organisation needs to do more to educate the public about this subject. Other concerned local people have said much the same to me recently, which is why I am writing this. I am also going to lobby those I know in RSPB Headquarters for a much more vigorous media campaign about hedges. This is a case where softlysoftly doesn’t seem to work. Our native birds are already in serious trouble, and over the last few decades, many of our song-birds A very tall Lawson cypress hedge! have suffered a devastating decline. For example, when did you last hear a cuckoo? Yet I remember hearing and seeing them on the Cadger Road in Carryduff! (Having written that, I realise that perhaps the cuckoo is not the best example, as it prefers to parasitise other little birds’ nests!) This is happening in our lifetime - where are the hares that I used to see? The beautiful flocks of lapwing? The corncrakes I heard on warm summer evenings in Belvoir? For so many birds, large and small, the 21st century has become the worst of times. Yet, with a little more forethought and attention to their welfare, we could manage to change all that: we could make it the best of times. Let’s try! PS Can you identify the origins of the two literary quotes I adapted for this piece? Hint: Two opening sentences from classic English novels. Answers are on page 47 with the Puzzle Solutions. Helen Long Please mention the Carryduff Focus Magazine when contacting advertisers
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Tinylife Carryduff sisters, Christina Campbell and Patricia Moffett (pictured right) are taking part in the TinyLife Big Fight to raise much needed funds for TinyLife. The girls were inspired to get involved with the charity after Patricia went into premature labour almost 4 years ago with son, Ryan. Fortunately, after administering steroids to mature Ryan’s lungs in preparation for premature birth, the hospital were able to stop her labour and she went on to have Ryan at full term. ‘We decided to sign up for the boxing because my experience could have been very different had Ryan been born at 30 weeks. The hospital prepared us for his early arrival and it was heartbreaking to see what the parents of the babies in neonatal were going through’. The event will take place on 8th May in La Mon Hotel, Belfast and tickets are priced at £10 and available by contacting 02890 815050. To help Tinylife with this or any other fundraising activity, check out the events on their website www.tinylife.org.uk or ring 02890 815050
Moneyrea Primary School Comenius Forest - Moneyrea Primary is a partner in a Comenius Project involving eight different schools from across Europe. The project title is, 'Europe Beyond the Classroom; Learning Out of Doors'. Each term the children work on different mini projects, which they share with our partners. One recent activity involved our schools in the creation of a 'Comenius Forest', consisting of just eight trees, one planted in each school. In this photograph our pupils are planting a Damson tree in our Eco Garden, surrounded by the flags of our partner countries. Lights, Camera, Action! - Our children are busy rehearsing for our annual school show. This year we are taking the audience on a roller coaster ride across the small silver screen. Check us out on the 7th and 8th May in the Lyttle Memorial Hall, Moneyreagh. Tickets available from the school office 028 9044 8443. 38
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Community Pages Carr Baptist Church Sunday Services: 11am and 6:30pm Pastor Clifford Morrison Contact phone number: 028 9263 9872
Need help with food, heating bills or unexpected expenses? St Vincent De Paul is here to help
Rugby Avenue Congregational Church At Queensfort Road, Carryduff Church tel no: 02890 814550 Sunday Services: 11am and 7pm Midweek Service: of bible study and prayer Wednesdays 7:45pm October to April Ladies Guild: 1st and 3rd Thursdays 7:45pm
Outside of financial help, we also provide home visits to those who are isolated and lonely, such as the elderly and the ill. Whatever the reason, if you would like financial assistance or a visit from the SVP, please telephone 028 9035 1561 Please note that all calls are treated in the strictest confidentiality.
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Saturday 10th May 2014 in St lgnatius Parish Church Hall & Grounds
9am to 1pm Cake / Buns stall & other stalls, inside Church halls Surprise Bags Stall Music from Carryduff Accordion Band Proceeds in aid of Carryduff Parish J Club
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St Ita’s Primary School Dates for your diary
Mon 5th May – School closed for pupils St Ita’s Sports Evening – Thurs 8th May, 5.30pm at Lough Moss First Holy Communion on Sat 17th May at 11.00 am in Church Mon 26th May – School closed for pupils Tue 27th May – School closed for pupils P4 Year Group Mass Thurs 5th June 9am P7 Leavers’ Show Thurs 12th June 7pm P7 Leavers’ Show Thurs 19th June 7pm School closes on Friday 27th June St Ita’s Class Assemblies: P3 Miss Gormley – Wednesday 7th May P7 Mr McKee – Friday 9th May P1 Miss Kettle - Tuesday 20th May
PSNI Police Advice - Prevent Car Theft Since January there has been a small rise in vehicle crime in the Castlereagh area. Theft of vehicles or items from vehicles can be prevented: Lock the doors and close windows and sun roof when you leave your car for any length of time. Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. Don't leave anything on display - even a jacket may be appealing to a thief. Remove satellite navigation devices where possible, including the support cradle and suction pad. If you can, leave the glove box open to show there is nothing of value in it. An immobiliser or steering lock can help secure older cars. Park in a secure or well lit location. Keep your vehicle keys out of sight in your house to deter any persons who may want to enter your home to steal the vehicle. If you see anything unusual or anyone acting suspiciously around a vehicle DO NOT DELAY, Call police on 101 In a emergency or where a crime is in progress call 999. Email address for the local team - NPTCarryduff@psni.pnn.police.uk Sergeant Paul Reid 07826866233 William.Reid2@psni.pnn.police.uk Constable Peter Hall (Carryduff Village area) 07584199453 Peter.Hall@psni.pnn.police.uk Constable Shelley Regan (Saintfield Road/Knockbracken/Ballymaconaghy) 07825684788 Shelley.Regan@psni.pnn.police.uk Constable Lisa Clarke (Moneyreagh/Crossnacreevy/Ryan Park) 07500885633 Lisa.Clarke@psni.pnn.police.uk 40
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St Ita’s Primary School Clean Sweep for St Ita’s Girls - The Castlereagh Borough Council Cross Country Challenge saw primary schools’ cross country teams from all over the borough converge on Lough Moss Leisure Centre. The cross country races took place in cold, wet and testing conditions. St Ita’s girls have been performing well all year but surpassed themselves with a magnificent performance finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 6th individually. Rachel ran a very impressive race, leading from the starting gun to the finishing line. Kerrie and Sophie both returned fantastic performances finishing 2nd and 3rd completing a clean sweep of the podium places for St Ita’s. Ellen finished close behind in 6th with Anna & Aoife rounding out a tremendous team performance leading to the girls winning the team prize on top of their individual triumphs. The boys ran well with Ryan finishing a strong 6th supported by Fergus, Charlie, Rory G, Joseph and Rory W, leading to a 4th place finish for the team. Congratulations to all of our cross country runners who put in so much hard work and show such great commitment throughout the year. Poet Laureate Visits St Ita’s - Belfast’s first Poet Laureate, Dr Sinéad Morrissey took time out of her busy schedule to visit St Ita’s. As Poet Laureate, Dr Morrissey will engage the public in poetry, through a series of events, community outreach to art groups, language organisations and minority groups. She has also been commissioned to produce a series of poems about Belfast. "Belfast is a city with an extraordinary literary tradition, especially in relation to poetry," Dr Morrissey said. "I am therefore hugely honoured to be appointed Belfast's first Poet Laureate, and I am excited to celebrate and explore further both the city and poetry in the year ahead." Dr Morrissey, winner of the TS Eliot poetry prize, conducted a poetry workshop with P5 pupils who spent some time writing and then performing their poetry for their classmates. P5 pupils and everyone in St Ita’s would like to thank Dr Morrissey for such a wonderful visit.
Action on Hearing Loss is helping everyone make sure their hearing aids are in tip-top condition, at its monthly ‘Hear to Help’ drop in clinics Belfast - Thurs 8th May 10-12noon, Harvester House, 4-8 Adelaide Street, BT2 8GA. Newtownards - Tues 6th May 10-12noon, Newtownards Hospital, Church St. BT23 4AS Portadown - Tues 6th May 10-12noon, Portadown Health Ctre, Tavanagh Ave, BT62 3BU Trained volunteers, who wear hearing aids themselves, will be on hand to give free, practical advice on cleaning and maintaining hearing aids. They can help to solve any problems you may be having with your hearing aid, can provide free batteries and tubing, and offer advice on how to manage your hearing loss with confidence. For more details, or to make a donation to Action on Hearing Loss contact Laura Murphy on telephone / textphone: 028 9023 9619 or e-mail: laura.murphy@hearingloss.org.uk You can take the charity’s hearing check by visiting www.actiononhearingloss.org.uk/ check or by calling 0844 800 3838. The Hear to Help service is funded by The Big Lottery Fund. Please mention the Carryduff Focus Magazine when contacting advertisers
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Blood Donations Moneyrea Primary School The Year 6 pupils at Moneyrea Primary Carryduff School are beaming with smiles as they The next blood donation sessions in the area are:
CARRYDUFF Friday 16th May St Joseph’s Parochial Hall, Knockbracken Drive, Saintfield Road, Carryduff BT8 8EU 2pm to 4pm and 5.15pm to 8pm
receive a further thirty-five iPads, courtesy of a £10,000 investment by our PTA. Pictured with the children are PTA Chairperson, Lynn McCreery and Gala Ball organiser, Karen Hamilton. The money was raised through our PTA gift aid scheme and our New York, New York Gala Ball. I am seldom stuck for words but when it comes to our PTA, what more can I say? Fantastic!
Marie Curie Cancer Care Fundraising The Down Fundraising Group for Marie Curie Cancer Care is holding its Great Big Tea Party - actually mainly coffee and home-made scones and cakes - on the 19th June 10am-1pm in the Market House Ballynahinch. All welcome.
Millennium Integrated Primary School Congratulations to our principal, Mrs Mary Roulston on becoming Woman of the Year in Education at the recent Belfast Telegraph Woman of the Year awards held at the Ramada Hotel. Mrs Roulston was nominated for the award in recognition for the work she has done at Millennium IPS – growing it from a school of 10 pupils in 2000 to a growing and thriving school of 280. Her drive, dedication and focus have come together to create a positive, child-centred learning environment that embraces the ethos of integrated education. P7 were very lucky to have taken part in a 3 day ice-skating and bowl event organised by Castlereagh Borough Council at the Dundonald Ice Bowl. The children were given talks by the PSNI about Internet safety and cyber-bullying and by the Fire Service about how to stay safe in the home and what to do in case of fire. They then spent time learning to ice-skate and had a bowling competition. The children thoroughly enjoyed the 3 days and would like to thank Castlereagh Borough Council for allowing them the opportunity to take part. 42
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Carr Primary School Eco Green Flag - Having achieved our Bronze and Silver Eco School Awards, Carr Primary School pupils have been working towards attaining the prestigious Green Flag which is presented to schools who have a committee made up of children who help develop action plans for the school. Children work on projects linked to Eco School topics chosen such as healthy eating, school grounds and litter. On Friday 28th February 2014 two independent assessors from the Eco Committee came to Carr Primary. After spending a morning in the school with the children, looking at their action plans and discussing their ideas and reviewing progress it was decided that they did indeed meet the high standards expected from the committee. The Green Flag was presented to the children who were delighted that all their hard work had been recognized. We would like to thank all children, staff and parents involved in the Eco Committee. Number Week - Number week in Carr Primary ran from 31st March - 4th April. All children made money boxes and collected pennies which were issued for positive behaviour and achievements in class work. All classes enjoyed either spending their pennies in the penny shop or saving for bigger prizes such as a non uniform day or a homework pass!! P6/7 held a bring and buy sale, pricing, promoting and selling all kinds of items!! A numeracy treasure hunt and games day were held within school grounds and the children enjoyed dressing up in number themed clothes! (We had lots of ONEsies!!) June Fair - This year our Summer Fair will be held on 14th June 2014 11am - 1pm. A range of stalls, entertainment and local produce will be available. Everyone Welcome. Tables available contact school for details 02892638615.
Pupil of the Month Awards - Pictured are Rachel McKeown, Ross Henderson, Bradley Marshall, Lucy Campbell, Isaac Campbell and Ryan Scott Well Done and Keep up the hard work!!
Carryduff Library 028 9081 3568 Adult Reading Group - 2nd Wed of the month 4pm-5pm Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free. Contact Jackie Mayes at the library for more information. Please mention the Carryduff Focus Magazine when contacting advertisers
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Church Info ♦ Church Info ♦ Church Info St Ignatius Parish Church (Church of Ireland) Rev Stephen Lowry 02890 812342 Celebrating: New Birth, New Life, New Hope, New Opportunities Sunday Services: 9am, 10:30am, 6:30pm. Wednesday Holy Communion: 10.30am Followed by lunch on 4th Wednesday Parish Secretary: Jenny Eralp 90813489 (Wed & Fri 9.30am-12.30pm) Ring for details Parish Prayer Meeting & Parish Home Group Bible Study ring for details on Squirrels, Sorted Sun: 7:30pm to 9pm (12-18yrs). Contact Elaine Donnell 07957 554226 Beavers, Cubs, J-Club Fri: 7:30pm to 9pm (P2-P7 age). Contact Keith Shaw 07901 935205 Rainbow S-Club Sun: 10:30-11:30am (3-13 yrs). Contact Raymond Scott 02890 812515 Guides and Scouts Thurs: 7pm to 9pm. Contact Gordon Crothers 02897 528026 Brownies Babies and Toddlers Fri: 10:00 to 11:30am. Bowling Club Wed:7:30-9:30pm Golf Society As arranged, contact office for details
Carryduff Baptist Church Pastor - Gordon Walker 0777 962 5571 Or contact Church Elder Roy Donlop 028 90 813686 Sunday Meetings: 11am & 7pm www.carryduffbaptist.org Youth Fellowship Sun: 8:30pm Contact Johnnie Black 90 449250 Bible Study: Parents and Toddlers Tues: 10:00am. Contact Maisie Smith 90 703336 Tues 8pm Kids@Trailblazers Sun 11:00am Contact Daphne Neill 028 92 660687 Want to know Bright Hour for Seniors 3rd Wed: 10:45am. Contact Rita Carson 90 815214 more about Campaigners for Boys Wed: 6:45-8pm. Ages 4-18 Contact Christianity? Jim Norris 90 813726 Wed 8:15pm Girls Brigade Thurs: 6:45pm. Contact Emma Manning 90 449674 Fellowship Ladies1st Mon Marion Moreland 90 644659 Mens 3rd Mon Fred 90 703336
Carryduff Elim Church Pastor George Ritchie 028 90 817270 Sunday Services: 11am Morning Worship and 6.30pm (crèche at Morning Service) Noah’s Ark (Parent & Toddlers) Thursday 10am Healing Rooms (Prayer for the Sick) Thursday 8pm Kidzone Friday 6.30pm Young People’s Fellowship Every Sunday Evenings
Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Parish of Drumbo and Carryduff, Fr Martin Kelly 90 812238 Sunday Masses: Vigil Sat 6pm, Sun 9am,10:30am,12noon The following groups meet in the Parish Centre (behind the Ivanhoe): Bridge Sun: 7:30pm to 10:30pm. Seamus Sloan 90 812171 Drumbo Golf Soc: 90794833 Badminton (Adults) Mon: 8:30pm. Mary O’Hara 90 813142. Tai Chi: 90 815439 Bowling Tues: 8-10pm Raymond McConvey 90 703242 Beavers Tues: 6:30-7:40pm, Wed: 6:40-7:50pm. Siobhan Laverty 90 812047 Yoga Tues: 7:00-8:15pm Valerie McCrory 90 795472 Play School: Cubs Mon & Thurs 6:30 to 8pm. Ronan McCaughey 07752871490 Kate Toner 90 812242 Scouts Mon & Tues: 8.00-9:30pm. Joe McGrady 07948 270965 Youth Club: Venturers Sun: 7.30-9.30pm Pat Polin 90 812568 Chris Conway Set Dancing Thurs: 8:15pm to 10:30pm. Rosaleen Murphy 07703 497023 90 817622 Speech & Drama Mary Hesketh 92 607579 Irish Dancing: Norney School Alison Norney 028 90 796770 McGarrity School Alice Murray 07914 398 980 44
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Cairnshill Methodist Church Rev Colin Duncan 028 90 790570 Sunday Services: 11:30am Holy Communion on 1st Sunday of the month Check our website for latest information on our organisations www.cairnshillmethodist.org email: cj.duncan@btinternet.com For April events, see main community page entry on page 42
Carryduff Presbyterian Church, Rev Alistair Smyth 028 90 812232 Sunday Services: 11:30am and 7pm www.carryduffpresbyterian.org.uk
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Sunday School: 10:30am. Creche and Children’s Church during Sunday morning Service. Parents & Toddlers Wed: 10am-12noon. Contact Lesley 90 812232 Girls Brigade Tues: under 5s 6:30 to 7:45 other ages 7pm to 8:45. Contact Andrea 90814268 Boys Brigade Thurs: age 5-8 6:30pm to 7:30pm, age 8-11 7pm to 8:15pm, age 11-18 7:30pm to 9:45pm. Contact David Guthrie 90 666494 Mixed Bowling Fellowship Mondays: 7:45pm Ladies PW 1st Mon of month (not Jun,July&Aug): 7:45pm. Contact Lesley Smyth 90 812232 Mens Fellowship 2nd Tues of month: 2pm Contact Hugh Munro 90 812361 Badminton Wed: Juniors (under 16s) 7:15 to 8:15pm, Seniors (over 16s) 8:15 to 10:30pm. Contact Brian Lowry 90 813424 Table Tennis Fri 7pm. Contact Mervyn 90 812749
Carryduff Free Presbyterian Church Rev David McLaughlin 028 90 815846 Sunday Services: 11:30am and 7pm (Half hour prayer meeting before services) Sabbath School & Bible Class 10.15 - 11am Contact Wilfred Crawford 90 813306 Childrens’ Meeting Wed 7:00pm -7:50 ( Sept- April) Contact Miriam McLaughlin 90 815846 Bible Study Group Wed 8pm -9:30pm. Contact Minister Senior Youth Group Fri @ 8:00pm (Sept- May) Contact Mark Stronge 07882 109848 Mens Breakfast Club 4-6 times per year Contact Minister
Newtownbreda Gospel Hall, 96A Newtownbreda Road, Belfast.
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Gospel Meeting Sunday 7pm Sunday School Sunday 3pm (Sept to June) Young People’s Meeting Monday 7pm (Oct to March) For enquiries and transport ring William: 028 90 813500
Ballymagarrick Gospel Hall, Hillsborough Road, Carryduff. Tel: 02892 639224 www.ballymagarrickgospelhall.org.uk Gospel Meeting Sunday 7pm Gospel Meeting Sunday 7pm Sunday School 3pm Children’s Meetings each Tues @ 7pm. For transport ring Ruth 02892 639224.
Purdysburn Gospel Hall, Belfast BT8 8LT
Moneyreagh NonSubscribing Presbyterian Church, Rev Chris Wilson 028 90 449713 (Manse) or 07729 178093 (mobile)
Gospel Meeting alternate Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm (Oct to Sunday Service: 11.30am April) For enquiries & transport ring William: 028 90813500 Sunday School 10:15am on 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays (as Carryduff Gospel Hall, 1 Comber Road, Carryduff. appropriate. Tel:028 9081 3899 www.carryduffgospelhall.com Moneyreagh Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church is a liberal Sunday Services: Morning Service 11am Church. All are very welcome. Sunday School 3pm Evening Service 7pm
Elkana Christian Fellowship, 1A Comber Road, C’duff. www.elkanachristianfellowship.com Morning Worship 11am Fellowship Service 6:30pm
Prayer & Bible Study Tuesday 8pm
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Index of Advertisers..........…..Quick Guide Accountant MD Stronge & Co
Aerials
Aerial & Roofing Services
Dog Kennels 11
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Chic Beauty Factor 1 Riah Hair & Beauty
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Energy Performance Certificates City EPC
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Newtown Home Improvements 25
Lough Moss Vehicle & Test Centre 31 Moss Road Accident Repair 23 Redbrae Motors 9
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Children's Activities Carryduff Playgroup St Ignatius J Club Youth Lyric
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Community Groups Carryduff Playgroup St Ignatius J Club St Vincent de Paul Society Toddle In Pre-School
Computer Repairs MPY Computers Smart IT Support
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Artisan Furniture Company 7
Garden Maintenance All Over Gardening 13 Carryduff Gardening Services 2 Crossnacreevy Nurseries 25 Johnston’s Gardening 29 The Lawn Barber 7
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Car Servicing
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Ashvale Kennels Beechtree Kennels
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David McKelvie John & Sinead
Beechill Inn
Aerial & Roofing Services
Slimming Clubs
Kitchens
Supermarket 37
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Lawnmower and Gardening Equipment 25 8
Locksmith A.R.M. Locksmiths
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Tree Surgeon
Autumn View Clarke Cunningham Tree Maintenance Gillespie Tree Care
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Ken’s Engineering Moore’s Horticultural Equipment
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Restaurant
Slimming World Weight Watchers
Gillespie Tree Care The Landscape Company
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Property Maintenance
Angela Beattie Iyengar Yoga 9
Health & Fitness
Down Street Kitchens
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Roofing
Handyman David McKelvie John & Sinead
Adrian Murray Plumbing Cherry Plumbing & Heating D Glavin Plumbing & Heating Hanna Mechanical Ltd
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Puzzle Solutions
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Quick Crossword Solution from p14: Across: 1 Oven, 3 Admitted, 9 Extract, 10 Tower, 11 Contemporary, 14 Mrs, 16 Plane, 17 See, 18 Explanations, 21 China, 22 Emotion, 23 Disaster, 24 Cell. Down: 1 Overcome, 2 Eaten, 4 Dot, 5 Intersection, 6 Thwarts, 7 Dire, 8 Caterpillars, 12 Plain, 13 Personal, 15 Sixties, 19 Olive, 20 Acid, 22 Ewe.
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The answer to the quotation puzzle in Helen Long’s article on page 38: “My opening sentence is a version of the opening of ‘Pride & Prejudice’ by Jane Austen: ‘It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife.’ My last paragraph borrowed heavily from the opening sentence of ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ by Charles Dickens: ‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.’ ” Please mention the Carryduff Focus Magazine when contacting advertisers
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