DECEMBER 2016 Issue 12 - Volume 17
WE WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALL OUR LOYAL READERS & ADVERTISERS A VERY PEACEFUL
IRISH WATER REVERSES HISTORIC TREND OF UNDER INVESTMENT
24 HR RECOVERY SERVICE Specialist in Truck & Coach Recovery “From a Moped to an artic we’ll recover it”
James Foy Auto Service • Servicing all makes & models • Excellent selection of Tyres • Puncture Repair • NCT Preperation • Wheel Balancing & Alignment
AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR
TOP HONOURS FOR MAYO STORES AT LONDIS RETAILING AWARDS
CHRISTMAS – TIME FOR GIVING AND TAKING CARE! Moy Singers' Carols by Candlelight
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Pictured before the Moy Singers’ Carols by Candlelight concert in Ballina’s Great National Hotel on Sunday evening were choir members Jackie Mehigan, Kevin O’Boyle, Stephanie Luskin, Catherine Egan (Musical Director), Mary Ruane-Brogan and Gerry Duffy. Photo: John O’Grady.
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HRISTMAS – a time for giving. It has become a cliché, but this year, more than ever there would seem to be no shortage of deserving causes – from the homeless and marginalised in Ireland to the displaced millions impacted by conflict in Syria and elsewhere around the globe. It has been a difficult period for some of the major charities, also, as people who would have given generously heretofore, have begun to ask more questions about the destination of their donations. They are justified in this, of course, but it would be a pity if the Irish tradition of selfless generosity was lost in the process. At any rate there are dozens of local charities to donate to – and we know our offerings will go directly to where they are needed. Local branches of St. Vincent de Paul, an organisation which offers help for almost everything, someone to talk to, money worries, abuse, homelessness, and have been helping people in Ireland for years, should never be overlooked. The annual Lions Collection, apparent in major shopping centres and supermarkets throughout the North-west, is one to look out for. Particular attention should be given to charities that help homelessness, which is everywhere, but predominately in the larger cities: Focus Ireland help the homeless across the country by offering support, education and temporary accommodation. They also help those who are at risk of losing their homes. There are various ways you can help the charity, but mainly through volunteering and donations. You can find out more by visiting their website. The Simon Community also operates nationwide helping the homeless. Continued on Page 2
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