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June 2015 Issue 7 - Volume 16

Affordable Laser Hair Removal arrives in Sligo

hérapie Clinic, the country's most prestigious and pioneering, yet affordable, laser and skin clinic has now opened at 40 O'Connell Street, Sligo. Thérapie Clinic Sligo will be managed by local girl Sophia Forde. "We are delighted to open Thérapie Clinic in Sligo and create new jobs in the local area. Our philosophy at

Thérapie Clinic is very simple, we offer the world's best laser and skin treatments at affordable prices." LASER EXPERTS Laser Hair Removal is one of the most popular treatments at Thérapie Clinic. The clinic has treated over 400,000 people since 2001. Once you discover the benefits of

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BALLYGLAS CREW MEET QUAY PIRATES: Some members of the RNLI (Ballyglass) Lifeboat Crew were interrupted in their manoeuvres last week by the Moy Pirates seeking to upstage plans for next week’s Quay Regatta Festival in Ballina. The three-day event is organised by the Moy Estuary Boat Club from 12th to 14th June in support of the Ballyglass Lifeboat Service. One of the highlights of the weekend will be the sailing of the stunning Galway hooker “MacDuagh” into the Moy Estuary. It is scheduled to cross “The Bar” close to Bartragh Island at 2.30 p.m. on Friday, to be met by a flotilla of boats from the Quay. The hooker will be manned by a crew from the famed “Northabout”, the first boat to navigate the north-west channel, skippered by Jarlath Cunnane (Knock).

ITH temperatures struggling to reach standards expected for June the north-west gets into festival mood with a plethora of local events commencing throughout the region . . . enough to satisfy locals and visitors in whatever town or village they find themselves. In Mayo, Ballina’s Quay Regatta Festival from 12th to 14th June kicks off the season with a celebration of all things waterrelated, including air shows, boat racing, fishing competitions, swimming and much more. Just a few weeks later, of course, Ballina Salmon Festival, now a premier festival event in the country, runs from July 8th – 12th (with pre-festival events). The highlight, of course, will be the now internationally renowned Heritage Day on 8thth July. Before this, however, the Westport Folk and Bluegrass Festival provides a feast of traditional bluegrass, Newgrass, old-time, Cajun blue and folk music with artistes from home/abroad. It takes place from 12th to 14th June. On a different theme, Westport Sea Angling Festival (17th to 21st of June), is a prestigious event which now attracts anglers from Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales and The Netherlands. The Erris Beo Festival, from 18th to 21st June, highlights the unspoiled and unique aspects of this beautiful region, voted the best place in Ireland to go wild. Later, in July (25th) Scoil Acla Traditional Music and Cultural Summer School features a weeklong celebration of Irish music, language and culture. Continued on Page 2

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Sligo’s RAI President Launches Kids’ Healthy Eating Campaign

estaurant Association of Ireland President and Sligo man, Anthony Gray is on a mission to get children eating healthier. He believes this starts early and restaurateurs have a responsibility to offer and encourage healthier options for

children’s menus. Anthony has launched a new children’s menu in both his Sligo-based restaurants, Eala Bhán in Sligo town and Tra Bán Restaurant in the popular family-holiday destination of Strandhill. He has also commissioned a leading children's dietician, Ruth Charles, to ensure key nutrients are being offered in the new kids menus. The new menu features something for even the pickiest of eaters. Ruth, who founded Nutrikids a consultancy for nutritional needs of infants, children and adolescents, said "When it comes to eating you may be surprised to learn that it is not instinctive. Children need to learn about food and develop eating skills by watching others

around them . When it comes to feeding your child well, the focus should be on nurturing their growth and development with locally sourced, in season, natural ingredients whenever possible. “At Tra Ban and Eala Bhan, Anthony has managed to do this, and, provide great value for money. It is so refreshing to see their focus on child sized portions for child sized tummies. Through the restaurant’s children offering, Anthony also rises to the challenge of providing some of the key nutrients required for child health but with a nice twist and a funky menu that will excite children. From their locally sourced salmon and fresh atlantic cod to cheeky strawberries and homemade

soup; there’s vegetarian options, Tubbercurry beef and Irish chicken breast on offer too and that’s just the kids menu. Tra Ban offers a family friendly eating environment with something for everyone and it won’t break the bank”. Anthony said, “Encouraging food education is an important aspect for my two year tenure as President of the RAI, as a restaurateur and as a father to two children. “We need to change the status quo of what children are offered to eat. Children may be more inclined to try something new while eating out, that they may refuse at home, our sweet potato fries for example”. To view full menus and for more information see www.TraBhanSligo.ie

North West is Getting Ready for Eircode

Eircode is the new postcode system for Ireland. Eircode will be launched in June 2015, a letter will be sent to all addresses notifying them of the Eircode which will be unique for that address. Your address does not change, you simply include the Eircode at the bottom of your address. There are many benefits to using Eircode, including making it quicker and easier for medical emergency services and others to locate addresses. It is safe to give an Eircode to anyone you would normally give your address to.

The Eircode Community Outreach Programme involves local organisations and volunteers helping reach out to various groups particularly older people living alone who may need further information on Eircode. The programme is committed to ensuring that the target group are reached through people that they already know and trust and are well-placed to advise them. An Eircode will be a seven character alpha-numeric code made up of two parts. The first

part (a Routing Key) consists of three characters and defines a general geographic location. The second part (a Unique Identifier) is unique to an address and distinguishes one address from another. A typical Eircode might read A65 F4E2. Key benefits Eircode will bring many benefits. In addition to the emergency services benefit, it will make it easier for delivery companies to identify addresses; it will make it easier to shop on-line, help people develop their businesses and

facilitate better planning and delivery of public services. Caroline Wilson, the Eircode Outreach Champion for County Mayo, is leading efforts across the county and would be delighted to hear from people who are interested in the programme for themselves, or who may help to identify people in their area who might need assistance. Caroline Wilson can be contacted at wcaroline79@gmail.com. Further general information on Eircode is available at www.eircode.ie

Festival time again in North West Continued from front page Many other events take place in Mayo, but it important not to forget the Walking Festivals – the Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail on 13th July and the Castlebar International Walking Festival from 2nd to 5th July. SLIGO: Though Sligo’s festival landscape will, undoubtedly, be dominated again this year by Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann from 9th-16th August, some regular festivals continue to delight through the county. There is also the 150th birthday celebrations for WB Yeats - From June 11th Sligo will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of the Nobel Prize-winning poet, William Butler Yeats on June 13th 1865. Yeats2015 presents a local, national and international series of exhibitions, performances, educational events, festivals, concerts, readings, talks and screenings. Cultural events centred on Sligo, Galway, Dublin, London

and in counties across Ireland are echoed in a diverse international programme. It will be rooted in Sligo, Yeats’ ‘spiritual home’ and include events to celebrate the creative legacy of his father John and his talented siblings Jack, Susan and Elizabeth. Through the prism of one of Ireland’s greatest artists, Yeats2015 marks a moment to celebrate and promote creativity in Ireland and elsewhere, and to reconsider the role of culture, community and the arts in the contemporary world. For more information visit THE Yeats2015 website The Paddy Killoran Traditional Festival, featuring a Gala Concert, Ceili, many pub sessions, plus a session/gathering at the newly-erected Paddy Killoran memorial, takes place in Ballymote from June 28th to 30th. The Cairde Arts Festival is Sligo’s annual celebration of cultural diversity and inclusion, with local, national

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crowd-funding campaign and initiative called Help Save 25, has just been launched by two Irish friends in a bid to revitalize the iconic Irish 25 Card Game. Sligo’s Rebecca Stevens (formerly of Sligo Chamber) and Westmeath-man Padraig Gorry

have joined forces in this unique initiative and aim to get 10,000 people committed to the 25 community. Played in pubs, kitchens and halls for years, the community of players is gradually dwindling. But the promoters believe that they can give the

game a new lease of life by: • Building an online version of the game • Providing a medium for players to learn and practice • Building an international community of online players “We truly believe that our online game and the community we hope to build is how we can help keep 25 alive”, states Padraig Gorry, Creator of Play25 Online. “That’s why we have launched Help Save 25 as a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo”. They have set themselves a target of 10,000 members before the end of the campaign this July, as they believe that this is the critical mass that is needed in order to put 25 back on the map. “We need people, lots of people. We are aiming to get 10,000 people committed to joining the 25 community, so that when you go online others will be there too”, continues Padraig. They hope to drum up interest and support, from those at home and abroad who play and want to play the game, as well as those who appreciate that 25 is rooted in Irish culture. Over time, it is hoped that the game’s target audiencewill include the wider gaming and card-playing market internationally, enabling the game to take its rightful place among the great card games of the world. “The more members we can encourage to be part of the world’s largest 25 community, the more we can

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Colaiste Iascaigh's Overall Student of the Year Cathriona Cawley, Templeboy, receives her award from Joe McDonagh, CEO Mayo/Sligo/Leitrim Education and Training Board to the delight of her parents Sarah and TJ., and Acting Principal and Vice Principal Lorraine Sherlock and Thomas Coggins.

Included with Acting Principal Lorraine Sherlock and Acting Vice Principal Thomas Coggins are Student Munficence Award winner Hayden Gilroy, and class students of the year award winners. Drom left, Aaron Conlon and Ruby Knibb (4th Year), Shane O'Brien and Amy Brady (2nd Year), and Aoife Connolly Connolly and Michael Voland (5th Year). Standing from left, Rory McHugh and Megan Clarke (3rd Year) and Eachel O'Brien and Thomas Cawley

From thousands of entries nation-wide, Colaiste Iascaigh's Kate Lancaster Ryan's outstanding creative writing skills brought her a top three award at the National Bord Gais Energy Theatre Awards. A delighted Kate is pictured with an equally-delight teacher Matthew Brennan as the school celebrated many national awards this academic year.

ot Rods is an exciting new fast food brand being launched at Sligo Junction Collooney,it is due to open in mid June. Hot Rods is based on the N4/N17 road. The Gulf Oil Service Station forecourt is being completely renovated and there will be a new look MACE shop Aat Sligo Junction. The new service will offer something for everyone. Hot Rods and the Deli Café will have a new 80 seater sit down area with free wifi. It will also offer a Drive thru service, designated meeting areas, together with comfortable, spacious parking facilities . There will be a Daily Carvery menu from the Head Chef and her team. The Deli Café will have a varied menu with traditional deli items and some signature dishes both hot and cold . Hot Rods aims to give their customers a pleasant experience with warm, friendly staff, efficient service and uniquely delicious food. This new establishment will also bring jobs to the Sligo area, creating over 30 jobs at the outset. They have started their marketing campaign, which has been running on the local radio stations,social media and the local papers; there has been a huge response. Hot rods has been warmly welcomed by the local community. You can find Hot Rods online from their social media page. Just search “Hot Rods Collooney” to keep up to date with competitions and news about the new brand.

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First Ladies in Swinford to launch Console initiative

Ireland’s first lady Sabina Higgins with a tea cosy in the image of The President Michael D Higgins in Mayo to help launch the Cosy Up To Console national suicide awareness campaign. With her were Anne Lynch, Central Manager, Console Mayo and Paul Kelly, CEO, Console. National suicide prevention and bereavement charity Console is asking Ireland’s mammies, grannies, sisters and friends to get the nation talking over a cup of tea about issues surrounding suicide. Members of women’s organisations including the Irish Countrywomen’s Association, knitting groups and others are also being asked to knit a Console tea cosy to support the campaign. Photo by Keith Heneghan Photography, 087 6811228,

UICIDE awareness was high on the agenda for the wives of President Michael D. O’Higgins and An Taoiseach Enda Kenny when they joined forces in Swinford, Co. Mayo, last weekend (Friday, 29th May) to help launch the Cosy Up To Console national suicide awareness campaign. National suicide prevention and bereavement charity Console is asking Ireland’s mammies, grannies, sisters and friends to get the nation talking over a cup of tea about issues surrounding suicide. Members of women’s organisations including the Irish Countrywomen’s Association, knitting groups and others are also being asked to knit a Console tea cosy to support the

campaign. The Cosy Up To Console campaign was officially launched by Sabina Higgins at the Cultural Centre in Swinford, County Mayo. At the event she encouraged the women of Ireland to support Console’s efforts. “Life is our most precious possession and privilege and death our greatest fear and dread. Console’s work shines a light of hope for those who are struggling with darkness and sadness,” said Mrs Higgins. The Taoiseach’s wife also added her voice to the call. “I am very happy to support this initiative by Console who do fantastic work in the area of suicide prevention and support for people in distress,” said

Fionnula Kenny. “Sadly suicide has touched the lives of too many of our people but hope and help are always available at Console and who better to make sure that message is heard in homes and workplaces around the country than the women of Ireland?” said Console CEO Paul Kelly. President Higgins is patron of the national suicide prevention charity. “The President and Mrs Higgins have shown great feeling and understanding for the work we do and I would like to thank them for their unfailing and very generous support,” said Console’s Paul Kelly. The campaign is the brainchild of psychotherapist Anne Lynch, manager of the Console Centre in Swinford,

County Mayo. “We have got to get people talking about suicide and what can be done to help those who may be in crisis, a chat over a cuppa is a good way to start that conversation” said Anne.“The nation needs to know that Console’s trained counsellors are always available 24/7 and they are only a phone call away on 1800 247 247.” A keen knitter Anne decided it might be an idea to combine the cuppa with a good knit and natter session. Local ICA and knitting groups in Mayo responded so enthusiastically to her request to knit tea cosies for Console that the organisation has decided to spread the appeal nationwide. “We are asking people across the country to get chatting and knitting tea cosies over the next few months. “The plan is to sell Console tea cosies as gifts for Christmas. Not only will they raise funds for the organisation they will also raise awareness as they will get people talking,” said Anne. Nationwide professional suicide prevention and bereavement charity Console offers counselling services and 24-hour helpline support to people in crisis and those bereaved by suicide. The charity has full-time counselling centres in Dublin, Limerick, Cork, Wexford, Galway, Kerry, Kildare, Athlone and Mayo. Console also offers liaison services in counties Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Tipperary and Clare. Counselling, advice and general support is available for any individual, couples, groups, families or children who have been affected by suicide. Console can be reached at any time on freephone 1800 247 247 and many resources and useful information can be found at www.console.ie.

A Cry for Help from Fishing Communities on the Mayo and Sligo coasts

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Mayo sings in fine tune during the fourth Mayo International Choral Festival

The Nebraska Wesleyan University Choir, USA, performing guests at the Gala Choral Concert and who also performed with the 30-piece Nebraska Wesleyan University Symphonic Band at the concluding concert in Westport, during the Mayo International Choral Festival, 2015. Pic Alison Laredo

he fourth Mayo International Choral Festival came to a most successful close on Sunday, May 24th after four days of concerts, competitions and choral capers! The people of Mayo welcomed 37 competing and non-competing choirs to the county in what proved to be a celebration of song and music. The standard of choral singing enjoyed by audiences at the community concerts in Ballina, Ballintubber, Castlebar, Crossmolina, Newport, Swinford and Westport was second to none. Locals enjoyed many choirs singing around Castlebar on The Songway Choral Trail which brings the festival out into the community. The standard of the winning choirs at the competitions on Saturday resulted in eight exceptional choirs competing against each other in the stunning Gala Concert on Saturday night in the Royal Theatre, Castlebar, during which the premier choir of the festival was crowned – Laetare Vocal Ensemble, directed by Roisin Blunnie. The night was compèred by Tommy Marren and the hightly

talented Nebraska Wesleyan University Choir from the USA, under the direction of Dr. William A Wyman, gave a guest performance, as did Tenor Sean Costello. Other highlights included a gathering of all the

Barbershop chorus groups after the competition to sing as one giant barbershop group, and of course the now annual dawn chorus on Sunday morning at 8am on the shores of Lough Lannagh, which was led by Mezzo Soprano Anne

Marie Gibbons, and well supported by a cheery if not sleepy group made up of members of the public and participating choir members. It is estimated that the festival, supported by Mayo County Council and Failte Ireland, has brought an even greater economic benefit to Mayo than last year, which saw 1495 bednights in Mayo, realising just over a quarter of a million euro after costs to the local economy. Many local business owners expressed their support, citing a noted increase in sales, particularly in the hospitality sectors. Feedback from participating choirs, the highly esteemed international and national adjudicators and audience members has been overwhelmingly positive and the committee are already focusing on next year’s festival, with some choirs having booked accommodation right up to 2019! The fifth Mayo International Choral Festival will take place all over Mayo from May 26h - 29th 2016. Don’t miss it! For further details, log onto www.mayochoral.com or facebook.com/mayochoral

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Sligo to Letterkenny Cycle Event for Cancer Research The 24th Annual Sligo to Letterkenny Cycle Event in aid of Cancer Research will take place on Sunday 5th July 2015. Registration will take place in Clarke’s Newagents, Lower Main Street, Letterkenny between 7 and 9 pm on Thursday 2nd July 2015 or on the morning of the

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New programme in Disability Equality Studies In partnership with The Disability Equality Specialist Support Agency (DESSA), St. Angela’s College have developed an exciting new part-time/online programme titled a BA (Disability Equality Studies), which is open to disabled people, those who work for, or live with disabled people and those who currently work or have a strong desire to work in the Disability Sector. This new programme will allow students to understand disability in a different way; not as a health issue or something to be “cured”, nor as something to arouse sympathy, but as a political and social issue. The study of ‘disability’ is inextricably linked to the concept of equality in today’s society. We envisage students and graduates of this programme addressing the issues surrounding equal rights for disabled people in all spheres of Irish life. Figures from the Central Statistics Office indicate that 600,000 people in Ireland have a disability, that’s over 13% of the population. As a country, we need to continue to address the poorer outcomes in education, employment and income for this group, that come about, not because of any impairment or condition they may have, but because 21st century Irish society is full of barriers which impede

the progress of these citizens. “DESSA, along with St. Angela’s College, will work together for a social inclusion model where we see disability as a social and political issue as opposed to a medical issue” explains Jacqui Brown, Chairperson, DESSA. She continues “the jobs that would come from this programme would be multifaceted, from hands on in the disability sector to policy and admin levels within local and national organisations”. This is not the first programme St. Angela’s College have developed in disability studies. In 2011, the College launched the first, social-model led, level 8 programme, titled a BA (Health and Disability Studies). “This full-time programme continues to gain interest and we had our first graduates leave us last November” explains Susan Carton, Programme Director for both BA programmes. “We are also delighted to report that they have since gained employment/further training in the disability sector”. For more information on the BA (Disability Equality Studies), contact Susan Carton on 071-9135620 or email scarton@stangelas.nuigalway.ie

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of Art, Cork and completed his Winchester Masters in European Fine Art Programme at Barcelona Campus, Spain. Exhibition runs until Saturday 4th July. Admission Free Val McLoughlin: Tír Sáile, Original Prints from the Wild Atlantic Way Ballina Arts Centre is delighted to host Tir Sailé by Ballina artist Val McLoughlin throughout June and July. This is an exhibition of limited edition prints and is the first one man exhibition of artworks that were printed in Ballina Arts Centre’s own Print Studio. Each piece is hand printed on Ho Sho Japanese paper, using water based printing inks, with an unusual combination of woodcut and linocut

techniques in each print. Depicting the North Mayo coastline, a beautiful and significant section of the Wild Atlantic Way, there are 14 different prints in the exhibition. Exhibition runs until 1st August. Admission Free John Brady: Drawings Running throughout May and June Brady’s work is a playful mix of contemporary concerns, personal motifs and the everyday. He studied painting at GMIT Galway and later in the Crawford College

Have a Heart - Seamus Moran at Ballina Arts Centre Ballina Arts Centre welcomes Seamus Moran on Friday 12th June, at 8pm, with his oneman play Have a Heart, written and performed by him and directed by Liam Halligan. A man who’s recently had a heart transplant thinks that his new heart is talking to him. Is he going insane, suffering sideeffects from the medication or could it be possible? Could this really be happening? Have A Heart is a wonderfully dynamic and visual piece of theatre about love, obsession and head versus heart that will demand a real tour de force performance. Structured like a detective story, it’s sure to keep audiences guessing and fully engaged throughout. Tickets: €15/12 Booking advised. Geraldine Butler Ballet Showcase Geraldine Butler’s students present their end of year Showcase on Saturday, 13th June, at 8pm. Featuring class exercises and classical ballet routines, including Morning in the Garden, Rainbow Fish, Egyptian

Maidens and Spanish Dance. Tickets: €10/€7 Booking Essential. Danceworld at Ballina Arts Centre Ballina Arts Centre welcomes back again the much anticipated appearance of Danceworld on Sunday, 21st June, at 3pm and 7pm. Danceworld is a long established and highly regarded stage school for young people between 5 and 18 years of age. Based in Ballina, it is now expanding its horizons to other areas across Mayo to share its knowledge and expertise in dance and stage performance. Danceworld is delighted to present live on stage its young, talented and aspiring dancers from around the Ballina area in what promises to be a fantastic evening of entertainment for all the family. Tickets: €10. Booking advised. Maureen Lawlor School of Song Lawlor School of Song return to Ballina Arts Centre to present their summer showcase on Friday 26th & Saturday 27th June, 8pm. This spectacular show features favourites from Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, Annie and Oliver and modern pieces from Wicked and Ragtime and classics from Jesus Christ Superstar and Phantom of the Opera. This showcase is without a doubt night of musical delight, a night not to be missed! Tickets: €10/€7 Booking advised. Ballina Arts Centre is open from 10am – 6pm Monday to Saturday. For further information on all events, contact Ballina Arts Centre, Barrett St., Ballina, Co. Mayo. Tel: 096 73593; www.ballinaartscentre.com

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Police called over ‘armed mob’ (who turned out to be asparagus pickers)

Police descended on an ‘armed mob’ they thought were terrorising the countryside recently, only to find they were a group of harmless asparagus pickers. Locals in Ludwigslust, a rural area in northeaster Germany reported seeing a group of men armed with knives and sticks prowling the fields nearby. Within minutes six police cars arrived, preparing for a violent scene, however they discovered the ‘mob’ were a group of workers heading up the road to take their lunch break. Police quickly realised the mistake and allowed the group, which contained ’10 to 16 people’, to continue on their way. White asparagus is a popular delicacy in Germany and a ubiquitous sight on restaurant menus in late spring.

Homeless people to be fined up to £1,000 for sleeping rough Homeless people could be fined up to £1,000 for sleeping in doorways near popular tourist spots, under new rules launched by a London council. It’s not clear how destitute rough sleepers are expected to pay. Hackney Council’s Public Space Protection Order bans sleeping in public places – offenders are handed a £100 fixed penalty, which can rise to £1,000 in court. Homelessness charities have condemned the move, saying that it turns rough sleepers – who are often escaping lives of abuse – into criminals. A similar protection order was proposed by Oxford City Council, but the council backed off after a petition against the move garnered 72,000 signatures. Matt Downie of homelessness charity Crisis said, ‘Rough sleepers deserve better than to be treated as a nuisance – they may have suffered a relationship breakdown, a bereavement or domestic abuse. ‘Those who sleep on the streets are extremely vulnerable and often do not know where to turn for help. ‘These individuals need additional support to leave homelessness behind, and any move to criminalise sleeping rough could simply create additional problems to be overcome.

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A man thought he’d won £25 in the lottery. He’d won £13.5million

If there’s something better than finding out you’ve won £25 it’s finding out you’ve won £13.5million. That was the case for 67-year-old Peter Congdon, who matched all six numbers in last Wednesday’s Lotto Quadruple Rollover to take the £13,538,113 jackpot. Mr. Congdon, a widower, said he was told by three separate people that he would be lucky on the day on the day of the draw, having also won small amounts on National Lottery Scratchcards for three days prior. I had two more very similar comments that afternoon and they were right – it was definitely my lucky day,’ he said. ‘I thought I might have won £25. Then I realised I’d matched six numbers and there was only one jackpot winner so I ran straight down to my daughter’s house and asked her to double-check.’ When Mr. Congdon’s daughter confirmed that he had won the jackpot, he responded in truly British fashion: he made himself a cup of tea. The Truro City councillor, who runs bingo in the community centre three times a week and helps out with family services, plans to buy himself a Land Rover Discovery Sport and take his three children, 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild on holiday to Butlins. Mr. Congdon regularly plays Lotto and always uses the same numbers: 12, 27, 28, 39, 41 and 48.

Learner driver goes out for a spin and gets flattened by a tank

Nowhere during the driving test is there a section which requires you to ‘avoid a tank’. However this learner driver could have done with that expertise after the front of her car was flattened by the monstrous machine yesterday. The tank made short work of the 18-yearold’s Toyota hatchback after she accidentally pulled out in front of the column of British military vehicles in the German town of Augustdorf. The Challenger 2 tank’s driver wasn’t able to stop the 62-tonne beast in time, however everyone in the car managed to escape unharmed. While the car received about €12,000 (£8,600) worth of damage, the tank was completely unscathed. Obviously.

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Step back in time as The Model recreates the heady and mysterious atmosphere of a traditional Candlelight Salon to mark Yeats Day. The special night at The Model in Sligo on Friday, June 12 will include discussions of W.B. Yeats, his work and his fascination with the occult. In the late Victorian age, ‘salons’ were a popular form of entertainment featuring music and conversation. The Model, one of Ireland’s leading arts centres, will recreate this tradition, presenting a magical evening including experts on Yeats, the occult and the arts. Guests include Prof Margaret Harper, Mark Patrick Hederman, Susan Hiller, Eimear MacBride and Vincent Woods. Music and song will be performed by Emer Mayock and Mary McPartlan. Limited spaces are available for this event. Also on June 12, The Model is launching Psychic Lighthouse, an exhibition featuring the work of a number of contemporary artists who investigate ritual, spiritualism and occult practices. The exhibition, curated by Emer McGarry, will include work by Irish artists including Clodagh Emoe, Deirdre McKenna, Susan MacWilliam and Stephen Rennicks as well as international artists Joachim Koester (Denmark), Maria Loboda (Poland) and Goshka Macuga (Poland). Entry is free. Psychic Lighthouse will run from June 13 to August 30. Also on June 12, The Model will launch Entwined Memories, an exhibition of contemporary Irish textiles. Work in this exhibition - which is in celebration of the Year of Design (2015) and the Lily Lolly Craftfest - is made in response to memories, threads and stories of life. Entwined Memories is the fifth annual exhibition curated and toured by the Design & Crafts Council of Ireland in conjunction with member organisations, Guilds Associations Networks and Societies. Entry is free. Entwined Memories will run from June 13 to July 12.

Silent Moves gets Ignite Touring Award

Silent Moves by Aideen Barry and the artists of Western Care’s Ridgepool Training Centre, Scannán Technologies, and presented by Ballina Arts Centre, has been awarded a touring award from Ignite. Silent Moves will tour to Town Hall Theatre, Galway, Triskel Arts Centre, Cork (as part of Cork Film Festival) and the Irish Film Institute, Dublin in autumn of this year. Inspired by the classic black and white silent films of Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin and Harold Lloyd, Silent Moves is a 28 minute silent film, with a strong emphasis on movement and mime. Using stopmotion animation techniques and slapstick motifs, the film has a unique aesthetic and is accompanied by an inspired live soundtrack. Visual artist Aideen Barry collaborated with a group of 23 artists with disabilities from two Western Care projects based in Ballina – the Ridgepool Training Centre and Scannán Technologies. Working alongside Aideen was renowned Dancer and Choreographer, Emma O’Kane. Shot on location in Ballina, the film carries a strong message about attitudes towards disability while being funny, moving and beautiful to watch. The film was launched last November at Ballina Arts Centre in front of a huge audience, and was shown a number of times during February of this year. Screenings of the film on the tour will be accompanied by musicians performing the soundtrack on piano, violin, viola and percussion. In each location there will be two screenings: a matinee targeted at schools and community groups and an evening show open to the general public. As an integral part of the tour, in each location a ‘Meet the Makers’ style session will be hosted, featuring some of the participating artists from the project, alongside representatives from Ballina Arts Centre and Mayo County Council Arts office – who will introduce the screening and talk about their Ignite experiences. Sean Walsh, Director of Ballina Arts Centre, said: “We were absolutely delighted when we got word that the funding application was successful. The film is a magical piece of work, and it certainly deserves to be seen around the country. I’m thrilled for the makers of the film, and the way the tour is set up, they will have a chance to go with the film and present their work to audiences across the country.” Silent Moves was commissioned by Mayo County Council as part of Ignite. Ignite is managed by a unique partnership involving the Arts Council, Arts & Disability Ireland (ADI), Cork City Council, Galway City and County Councils, and Mayo County Council. Ignite is a new platform designed to generate Ireland’s most ambitious showcasing of talent from people with disabilities, led by international and Irish artists and performers with disabilities, with projects taking place in 2014 and 2015 in Cork, Galway and Mayo. These commissions each represented an investment of up to €60,000. This Silent Moves tour will mark the conclusion of this initiative in November 2015. For further information contact Ballina Arts Centre, tel: 096 73593 www.ballinaartscentre.com

Creative Marketing Workshop in Ballina Mayo North East are running a FREE Marketing workshop on Wednesday 17th of June in Ballina. This course is aimed at people who work in the craft sector or are thinking of starting a craft related business. For more information and to book a place on this course contact Rita Hopkins on 087 0507049 email ritahopkins@mayonortheat.com There are 12 places available on this course. Priority will be given to businesses who have received supports from Mayo North East with their business start-up. This course is funded under the Social Inclusion & Community Activation Programme.

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FLAT OUT LAUNCH DEBUT EP A date for your diary! The Courthouse Hotel (Dock Bar/Courthouse Live), Kevin Barry St., Ballina, Co. Mayo – June 19th, 8.30pm: Flat Out will release their first EP on June 19th in The Courthouse Hotel which the young charismatic music group from Ballina recently recorded. Having formed just over two years ago, the Irish meets modern band has come a long way. In March 2014 ‘Flat Out’ were announced as the overall winners of the ‘Le Crunch Apple of My Eye’ Cover Song competition in association with Today Fm. Since then, band members Harry Lawlor, Bríd O’Donnell, Ciara O’Donnell and Mark O’Donnell have been zooming all around world performing in Austria, Germany, UK, Florida and Holland. Their main focus now is to continue recording and writing their own original music. On June 19th Flat Out will premiere their debut EP entitled ‘Half Empty Half Full’. They will be joined by musically talented friends Cian

Harrison(drums), Kevin Donnellan(fiddle) and David Mulderry(Bass) on the night. Supporting them is Cork born singer-songwriter Jennifer Lyons who will also be performing her own original music from her upcoming EP. It promises to be a very entertaining, funfilled night. Doors will open at 8.30pm and there will be free admission. For more information visit Flat Out’s facebook page: facebook.com/FlatOutMusicGroup Email: flatoutmusicgroup@gmail.com Tel: 0858331363/0877597779 for bookings

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Have a Heart With Seamus Moran This unique one-man play, written and performed by Seamus Moran, and directed by Liam Halligan, comes to the Arts Centre on 12th June (Many may remember Liam from his performances in Fair City some years ago). A man who recently had a heart transplant thinks that his new heart is talking to him. Is he going insane, suffering side-effects from the medication, or could it be possible? Could this really be happening? His new heart persuades him to embark on a path which turns his world upside down, causing him to question previous assumptions. It is a wonderfully dynamic and visual piece of theatre about love, obsession and head versus heart. Structured like a detective story it is guaranteed to keep audiences guessing ‘til the end.

Return of the Nephin Rose Crossmolina’s Nephin Rose event is set to return after an absence of 25 years. It will also mark Crossmolina Festival’s 10th year. The Rose Contest takes place on Saturday, 20th June, well in advance of the festival which runs from 17th to 26th July this year. Look out for a special interview with the selected Rose and festival details in our next issue.

A writing workshop hosted by Manchan Mangan will take place in the Suifinn Centre, Ballycastle, Co. Mayo (behind Town Hall) on Saturday, 30th May, 2015, from 11 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. The theme will be “Honesty in Writing Takes Courage” with ideas on how to gain readers’ attention and much more. It is hosted by Ballycastle Writers Group. For further information contact Ursula at 087-7133432 or suifinnscribes@gmail.com

Old Engine and Tractor Club’s Field Day The Mayo North Old Engine and Tractor Club is celebrating 15 years and enthusiasts can look forward to a special Field Day this year. The event takes place at Enniscoe, Crossmolina on July 19th, starting at 1 p.m. It will include vintage car displays, trade stalls, workshops and much more. Organisers are expecting a large turnout for this special event.

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Enter Contact Jacinta Kearney 087 7640684 Tickets available on the door or at Crockets on the Quay and Keane's Bar. Saturday 13th June Fishing Competition Registration: 11:00 hrs — 12:00 hrs sharp at Glasgow Kennedy House Weigh-In: 18:00 hrs sharp Glasgow Kennedy House followed by prize giving & finger food in Crockets on the Quay Contact John Fitzpatrick 086 6003474 Family Fun Day at Ballina Rugby Club Time 1pm Irish Coast Guard Marine Safety Demo Irish Coast Guard Air Sea Rescue Sikorsky S92 helicopter 4 man parachute Jump Cycle Bike Hire from Crockets on the Quay From 11am Contact Paul @ Bikes 4 Hire 0872633807

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p.m. 10K Fun Run Starts from Garden Street, Ballina Ballina Athletics Club 10K Fun Run registration on www.runireland.ie or on the evening from 5.30pm at Garden Street. Refreshments served after. to be confirmed Wednesday - 08July 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Festival of Flowers Ballina Methodist Church, Hill Street, Ballina A host of local organisations and churches come together to showcase their wonderfully creative flower displays. Although this is a free event, donations are welcome donated to local charities. Organised by The Ballina Soroptimist Club. FREE EVENT Thursday - 09July 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Festival of Flowers Ballina Methodist Church, Hill Street, Ballina A host of local organisations and churches come together to showcase their wonderfully creative flower displays. Although this is a free event, donations are welcome donated to local charities. Organised by The Ballina Soroptimist Club. FREE EVENT

Wednesday 8th July 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Céilí Kennedy Glasgow Centre, Quay Village, Ballina. Céilí Dancing. Music by Longnote Céilí Band. Refreshments served on the night. €10 Saturday - 11July 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Trek West - Nephin Climb Trek West Tours. Emmett Street, Ballina. Get your hiking boots on for the 2015 Ballina Salmon Festival! Join Trek West Tours for a hike up Nephin Mountain and enjoy great craic, company and climbing. €40 for adults €20 for kids (under 12’s). Bookings through Trek West Tours Tel: 096 76586 Email:info@trekwesttours.ie € 40 Adult € 20 Children (U 12)

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aul Bourke is a proud Ballina family man, with three children ranging from ten to four years of age. This hardworking 37 year old is the manager of Toymaster in Ballina, and he has always supported Ballina Salmon Festival. Whilst still a teenager he started helping out as a festival steward and has been a Committee member himself for several years. Catherine Gilmartin talks to Paul, who is now Chairman of Ballina Salmon Festival, about what inspired him to get involved and what is in store for us at this year’s festival. Paul grew up in Ballina town surrounded by a close family. He says: “As a child my brothers and I really looked forward to Ballina Salmon Festival and from as early as I can remember, we would play tug-o’-war at the Canal Side and five-a-side soccer in Penneys car park, or the Quinnsworth car park as it was known then. Also I have very fond memories of the fantastic pageants held on the river bank and the great excitement that the steam engines created on Pearse Street the night before Heritage Day. It was known as the Steam Up”. We are expecting big crowds this year especially as we have such an exciting programme of events to offer visitors and towns people alike and also because of the sterling being so strong we expect big crowds from the North of Ireland and abroad. |The Festival started off in 1964 when local businessmen and councillors got together with a view to promoting the famous River Moy and also to entice visitors to the town. There has been a long- standing relationship with Northern Ireland & U.K. visitors coming to Ballina annually for fishing, shooting and to visit family and friends in the Ballina area. With this in mind the businessmen along with local councillors put together the festival idea and from the outset it was a huge success. The festival was called “The Moy Salmon Festival” and attracted many visitors and celebrities to the town. Many of the older generation will recall famous soccer player Sir Bobby Charlton and Gay Byrne in particular. For a brief few years it was renamed The Ballina Street & Arts Festival but it has happily reverted back to the original in recent years, focusing again on the famous waters and the World

renowned local Salmon that the town is famous for. Back in the ‘60’s the River Moy salmon was a highlight of the festival, so much so that throngs of people gathered outside the Cathedral after the opening ceremony for a free punnet of salmon, washed down with a free bottle of Guinness. The youngsters got a Ruddy’s or BMW mineral which was a great treat in those days. Unfortunately many of the river events that were so popular in days gone by are no longer feasible due to insurance constraints. The hugely popular Heritage Day, or Lá Oidreachta as it’s known in Irish, takes place on Wednesday 8th July and is an event created by the festival committee of 1992, headed up by Adrian Bourke, Billy Summerville (RIP) & Regina Melvin among others. It became one of the most spectacular events any festival has seen in the country. Each year it attracts thousands and thousands of visitors on to the streets of Ballina which are transformed back in time to relive the Heritage and traditions of days of long ago. Paul Bourke says: “This year will be no exception and I am encouraging everybody to dress up and embrace their culture and tradition and to get involved in any small way possible to add colour and excitement to the occasion. Heritage Day centres on displays of our cultural Heritage by showcasing from years bygone but not forgotten! This year we are having a selection of games for kids on Walsh Street. “We are also running the Heritage Day Gathering to bring more of our friends and family home for a fun-filled day of Irish culture, craft and food. Ireland as a nation is famous for our handcrafted trades, products, traditional food & music that is never forgotten by those living far from our shore and the Heritage Day Gathering is intended to bring closer those returning home and those who never left in a lively, fun & festive atmosphere”. There is a wide and varied offering of events again this year and Paul and his committee have been working around the clock in order to put together a comprehensive programme to suit both young and old. Already there have been rave reviews about the first fundraising event for the Ballina Salmon Festival. A brainwave by Liam Brennan who, along with the festival organisers,

brought together the famous Jack Ruane Showband with the two survivors of the Miami Showband, at Ballina Arts Centre in March. It was a huge success and set a high standard for the rest of the festival events to follow. Paul went on to say: “Liam put in a huge effort and deserves all the credit”. This year sees the introduction of a shortened, but action-packed, schedule over 5 days. Paul explains: “We want more quality and a jam packed event programme to suit all tastes and to leave people with lasting memories”. Paul continues: “The events programme is really taking shape, with events like International Night on Friday the 10th of July, which is a personal favourite of mine. Local Musician Gerry Guthrie will surely entertain at the Country and Western Night on Thursday the 9th.” Beyond the Barricade, the massively acclaimed production, directed by Lavinia Gilmartin, is back again at the Ballina Arts Centre due to overwhelming demand. The show is on Monday, 5th and Tuesday, 6th July, and booking is strongly advised as this is a guaranteed sell out. Saturday the 11th will see the return of the ever spectacular Mardi Gras & Fireworks display through the streets of Ballina and reaching down along the Banks of the River Moy. Paul also wants to emphasise the importance of volunteers to come forward and help in any way possible. “The festival is a voluntary organisation and it relies on the goodwill of the town folk and its business community. After all this festival is by the people of Ballina for the people of Ballina - so every help and assistance is very much appreciated no matter how small. We welcome individuals to offer their time in stewarding and to help in event management with any of the events being run this year”. To conclude, Paul wishes to thank Padraic Moore, the former Chairperson of the Ballina Salmon Festival, for his ongoing encouragement, advice and support which is invaluable and much appreciated. For further information about the Ballina salmon Festival, please call the festival Office, located at the SMA Arcade on O’Rahilly Street, telephone: 096 79814 or visit the website www.ballinasalmonfestival.ie or Facebook page www.facebook.com/ballinasalmonfest ival.mayo.

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By Cóilín Duffy

HE World will be watching as four teams remain in the Connacht Senior Football Championship, as the battle to see who will lift the Nestor Cup in 2015 heats up. The Exiles of New York and London have both been put to the sword, with Leitrim also making their exit from the competition, to leave us with Galway, Mayo, Roscommon and Sligo, who will face-off in the semi-finals. Each of the remaining counties have claimed provincial honours since 2007, and indeed between 2007 and 2010, Sligo (07'), Galway (08’), Mayo (09’) and Roscommon (10’) each took a title, before Mayo took four-in-a-row successes, and they will be aiming to make it the magic FIVE-in-arow this Summer - feat that hasn’t been done since the 1950’s/60’s when Galway managed it between 1956-1960; a feat only once previously achieved, that by Mayo from 1948-1951. The Connacht Senior Football Championship began this year, as is now customary at Gaelic Park in the Bronx in New York, with 2015 the turn of Galway to pay their New York cousins a visit. While the Tribesmen claimed a comfortable win in the end, the

event as Connacht GAA Chairman Tom Rock stated is ‘far more than just about the result’. “It’s not alone the Connacht Championship, but the start of the All-Ireland Series, and what better way could we have it, than our International trip to New York,” he said. “It starts off our Connacht Championship annually, we lay great store by it, and Connacht gives real expression to the International dimension of our Gaelic Games. It’s no lip-service. “Counties in Connacht are preparation to put their own aspirations on the line, come out to New York and they do so because it is very important to us. The contribution of New York and not only to Gaelic Games, but looking after our diaspora. “We really appreciate that and we want to show it in a tangible way, by welcoming them with open arms into our Championship. “To some extent the game is secondary to the events of the weekend. Connacht counties in their turn come out here once every five years. It’s a big financial commitment, but the rewards are really great. “When people review the Championship in terms of results, I think they overlook something

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very important and that is what the weekend in New York symbolises." Both the RTÉ and Sky cameras will be hitting the province in the coming weeks, with live coverage of Galway v Mayo on June 14th from Pearse Stadium at 4pm on RTÉ; before it’s a Saturday evening clash on June 20th as Sligo host Roscommon, Live on Sky

hey may be underdogs to lift the Connacht Senior Football title this Summer, but Sligo are always capable of springing a surprise or two in the Championship, and expect the Yeats County to provide another shock in 2015. Little was expected outside of Sligo in 2007, when they bridged a famine stretching back to 1975, to take the Nestor Cup for only the third time. Since then there have been wins in the Championship over London, Mayo, Galway and New York, but losses have also come against Mayo, Roscommon, Leitrim, London and Galway. Sligo came within touching distance of claiming a rare piece of silverware in 2010, after a onepoint loss to Roscommon in the Connacht Final; and also reached the 2012 decider, where a two-

Sports at 7pm. The Connacht Championships are something special. Over 66 thousand spectators watched on over the course of the Senior Championship in 2014, and there’s every indication that figure can be surpassed this Summer. Add in the Minor Football Championship which begins on June 27th between Leitrim and Sligo, with the winners taking on Roscommon;

point loss to Mayo was their lot. Is 2015 the time for Sligo to once again reach a Connacht showpiece final? Since beating Galway by 2-14 to 015 in the 2012 semi-final, Sligo have lost to London and Galway in the Connacht SFC, and have failed to record a win. This year Sligo finished fourth in a tough Division 3 of the Allianz League, behind Fermanagh, Armagh and Tipperary - with all three having strong aspirations of lifting provincial silverware this Summer. Sligo have the players to perform on the big stage, and have already showed that with players such as Luke Bree, David Kelly and Niall Murphy picking up Sigerson Cup medals with DCU in recent years. St Mary’s clubman Mark Breheny is now 34, but he continues to impress, and indeed is a man who also has a Sigerson Cup medals in

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and Mayo facing Galway in the other semi-final - there’s no doubt a football feast ahead between now and the end of July. Two Hurling titles are also up for grabs as Roscommon face Mayo in the Intermediate Final, and Leitrim take on Sligo in the Connacht Junior decider - just a fortnight after Roscommon and Sligo contested National finals in Croke Park. the bag, and was on the Connacht team which claimed a rare Railway Cup title in 2014. Breheny is extremely proud to be captain of his county this year. “It’s certainly given me a bit of a lift anyway, you get that extra responsibility as well and it has been a huge pleasure really. “I’ve really taken to it, and I am enjoying it every game. Maybe I’m always trying to do that extra bit on the field and as captain now, so maybe my performances have reflected in that. “I’m trying to lead the team more and produce better performances because I am captain. That extra bit of pressure has probably helped me within my game and just getting the scores in vital games.” Will Breheny captain Sligo to their fourth Connacht Senior title this Summer? It’s certainly within his sides grasp.

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It hasn’t been the same for Galway since they last lifted the Nestor Cup in 2008, with a string of hard-luck stories and some heavy defeats in the Connacht Senior Football Championship. A one point win over Mayo on that July Sunday in Elvery’s MacHale Park, Mayo reversed the fortunes in the 2009 Connacht decider, and haven’t looked back since. 2010 brought a draw with Sligo, before a one-point loss in the replay, while a six-point loss in 2011 to Mayo; a five-point loss to Sligo in 2012; a 17-point defeat against Mayo in 2013 and a seven-point loss to Mayo in last year’s provincial final, have been Galway’s Connacht exit stories in the intervening years. At underage level there has been great promise , while last year Galway exited the All-Ireland series after a stiff test against eventual winners Kerry in the AllIreland quarter-final by 1-20 to 210 at Croke Park. Galway have already twice dipped their toe in the 2015 Connacht SFC, with Shane Walsh (1-4) and Damien Comer (1-4) among those impressive in their 2-18 to 0-8 win over New York, while Leitrim were also comfortable accounted for by 1-13 to 0-8 in the quarter-final. It’s this game-time which will stand to the Tribesmen ahead of their semi-final against a Mayo side who are coming in cold, and haven’t had a competitive game

since their 0-12 to 1-9 draw against Donegal on April 5th over two-months without competitive action, save for a few challenge matches and club action. St James clubman Paul Conroy returns as Galway captain this year, and although one of his sides more experienced players at this stage, he too can call on a

glittering underage career, which included captaining Galway Minors to All-Ireland glory over Derry in 2007. With Corofin’s All-Ireland winners also making an impact, this is one of the strongest Galway panels in recent years. And one of that crew is eagerly anticipating a date with Mayo.

“It’s good to win championship games and we have two wins in the bag now,” Gary Sice said. "We saw them as tricky assignments and they could have gone a lot worse than they did for us, so we are just glad to have the wins. “A few lads have more championship games under their belts and we can focus the mind

now. “We have a few things to sort with Mayo. It’s been a while since we turned them over, so that’ll be a good day and I’m looking forward to it.” Is 2015 the time for Galway’s young guns to shine? Only time will tell, but they certainly have a huge wealth of talent at their disposal.

ROSCOMMON Roscommon are in many peoples minds the team to watch in Championship 2015. John Evans charges have made the meteoric rise up the Allianz Football League ranks, and from Division 4 a couple of seasons ago, the recently crowned Divi-

sion 2 champions will take their place among the kingpins of Gaelic Football in the top-flight in 2016. In truth it’s no surprise that the Rossies are making great progress, given their strong performances at Under 21 and Minor

levels on the All-Ireland stage in recent years, but can the side captained by Padraig Pearses clubman Niall Carty make a big breakthrough in the Summer of 2015? All the signs would point to Roscommon getting back to Con-

nacht Final, when the Nestor Cup is up for grabs on Sunday July 19th. Roscommon lost to Mayo by just a point in the 2014 Connacht semi-final, and will be eager to get back on the winners rostrum for the first time since 2010, but

Sligo will need to be despatched first. Ultan Harney faces a race for fitness for this match, and featured as a scoring substitute in the win over London in Ruislip recently. The Clann na nGael player was suffering from concussion after the game and went for an X-Ray the following day to see if there was any damage done to his cheekbone. It’s a panel effort which can push teams over the line in the Championship, and the Rossie’s will certainly use their squad to the max if they are to win Connacht SFC title number 21 this July. Evans knows a potential banana skin awaits in Markievicz Park on June 20th. “We know full well it was a difficult last few weeks. We had county championship football and the rest and trying to get ourselves right after winning Division 2,” he said. “We had to try and get the handle on the right frame of mind. It was difficult but we’re certainly there now. “We know we’re in for a tough, tough game in Sligo in Markievicz Park. It’s going to be a cauldron and it’s going to be one hell of a game.” Time will tell, but momentum is on his side, and the Rossies are certainly on a march.

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MAYO has the momentum at that level. And we’ve seen Roscommon after winning Division 2, carrying huge impetus at the moment, so it’s going to be a really tough Connacht championship. On their day, any team could win it.” And Connelly is right to be concerned about the growth of Galway and Roscommon at underage level, although at Senior it’s Mayo that continue to lead the charge. Mayo haven’t lost a game in the West since their 0-15

Aiming to become only the third team in history to claim five-in-a-row of Connacht Senior Football titles, undoubtedly Mayo are once again favourites to lift the Nestor Cup this Summer. Mayo pushed eventual AllIreland winners Kerry all the way last Summer, with a 1-16 apiece draw at the AllIreland semi-final stage in Croke Park, before losing

out by just three points, after a cracking encounter in Limerick, which needed extra-time before Kerry prevailed by 3-16 to 3-13. The same, and a little bit more would satisfy Mayo supporters this Summer. Mayo have easily been one of the most consistent teams nationally in recent years, and while only a fool would bet against their

2015 exploits finishing before August - it’s a Sam Maguire success that they really crave. Since James Horan’s tenure as Mayo manager came to an end, Pat Holmes and Noel Connelly have taken charge - Horan’s boots have certainly been tough to fill, and Connelly knows that there’s nothing

to 1-8 loss to Sligo in the opening round in 2010, while one must go back to 2008 for Mayo’s last Championship loss to Galway, a 212 to 1-14 Connacht final defeat to the Tribesmen at MacHale Park - Galway’s last provincial crown. With players such as Cillian O’Connor making a return to the fold, with the Ballintubber clubman on track for a return next Sunday, after a knee injury - it looks favourable for Mayo to book their place in a fifth final in a row.

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1. We think dieting has to be painful

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Trying to starve yourself into thinness doesn’t work either. “Hunger is a very powerful physiological force,” says the diet doctor. “It’s second only to breathing for survival. To think we can fight 100 million years of evolution which has made our bodies really good at securing calories simply because we want to get into a particular clothing size is folly.”

4.We eat out too often and consume too much processed food

3. We over-exercise “People undertake exercise regimes that are truly ‘regimes’,” he says. “People see these shows on TV where they suggest that exercise to the point of throwing up is desirable. Again, that is not a lifestyle – it’s a life sentence.” People also tend to overestimate the number of calories they’re burning, which can lead to frustration. “As a consequence, exercised-based approaches to weight management tend to get disappointing quite quickly,” he says. “That’s why gyms are busy in January and empty in March.”

“We’ve been duped by the food industry and our own willingness to believe you can find health and weight loss in restaurants or boxes, but it doesn’t work that way,” he says. “We, as a society, seem to be using restaurants and processed foods like our grandparents used refrigerators and the produce drawers.” Dr. Freedhoff says he sees far more people who eat out three to four times a week than he does people who eat out three to four times a month. That equates to weight loss woes. “The calories we consume in restaurants are non-intuitive and astronomical in many cases. That salad you order might have more calories than a person burns in an entire day.”

5. We don’t think about the calories we’re drinking “People are usually aware that sugarsweetened beverages can be problematic but they don’t always think about the cream and sugar in their coffee,” he says. “And people really don’t like to think about alcohol because they enjoy it so much, but red wine has double the calories of Coca Cola and that’s something you can’t ignore if you’re trying to lose weight.”Best advice he can offer? “Weight management, in general, needs to be about people striving to live the healthiest lives they can enjoy — and not the healthiest lives they can tolerate. They need to make lifestyle changes, that are significant and enjoyable, but not severe. And that can be challenging when you’ve got a society telling you they need to be severe to work.”

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Counselling for people with addictions eg. Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling • ALSO COVERS GENERAL COUNSELLING Counsellors are professionally trained • Relapse Programme and are fully accredited or working • One-to-one Counselling towards accreditation. • Referral system for private clients to White Oaks Rehabilitation Centre For appointments ring: 087-2879707 OR 074-9723822 • Addiction and General counselling available Afternoon, evening and weekend Email: tabourhouse2004@eircom.net Tabor House, Drimark, Donegal Town appointments available

Helping people to recover

ARE YOU OVER WEIGHT? Something special coming up - Safe Herbal Programme. Paddy and Mena MrDermott looking after your weight for over 14 years. Call: 04866327490 - Herbalife Distributors

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Michael

Langan

Pipe & Petroleum Installations Ardagh, Ballina, Co. Mayo Mobile: 086-2647271 • Tel: 096-70528

info@pipeandpump.ie • www.pipeandpump.ie

• Pipe & Pump Installations • Pump Maintenance • Pipe Work • Tanks and tank gauges • Control systems • New and Refurbished Pumps • Civil Works • Refurbish canopies • Fabricate & install bottom loaders

CONLON

Forklift & Commercial

Old Dublin Road, Sligo • T: 087-9632589 • 071-9143586 E: conlonforklifts@gmail.com

SERVICE & REPAIR

24 HR BREAKDOWN SERVICE • Sales & Service Parts Hire • Commercial Vehicle Service & Repair • HGV & LGV • DOE Repairs • Fleet Maintenance

SMALL PONY BRIDLE - GOOD CONDITION 10 year old, Boyle CO. Roscommon Tel: 0894139272

upper shelf area. Wheeled base for easy movement. In very good condition. Dimensions: H 185 cm, W 76 cm, D 54 cm. Tel 071 914 1203.

SUCK CALVES HEIFERS BREEDS Hereford red / white in colour, shorthorn reds also roans 4-6 weeks old. Very good quality. Telephone: 087-7134828

GREEN LEATHER TOP LONG COFFEE TABLE. Pedestal legs with removable castors. Dimensions: L 121 cm, H 54 cm, D 50 cm. Tel 071 914 1203.

TRUCK LORRY LOADS OF QUALITY DRY SCREENED TURF Black hopper turf. Also Seasoned firewood,. Call: 087-1413238 MAHOGANY STYLE DOUBLE WARDROBE + MATCHING 2DRAWER LOCKER. Central mirror, spacious interior, full width upper shelf. Wardrobe dimensions: H 182 cm, W 106 cm, D 53 cm. Locker dimensions: H 52 cm, W 41 cm, D 40 cm. Both in perfect condition. Tel 071 914 1203. MAHOGANY STYLE WARDROBE. Double mirrors and full width upper shelf. Dimensions: H 182 cm, W 81 cm, D 51 cm. Tel 071 914 1203. WARDROBE WITH LAMINATE FINISH. Three drawers. Full width

LOADS OF SCREENED TURF AND SEASONED BLOCKED WOOD Call: 087-3831953 HOUSE FOR RENT Mulberry Pk, Ballinode (Close to College and Hospital) Summer months only . Tel: 087-9079078 MF 35 TRACTOR 3 cylinders, completely restored engine, geatbox, lift 100% on the button. lights, brakes, steering perfect, tyres 75%. original condition. €2495 euro ono Tel: 087-4151430 FORK LIFT DIESEL Perkins engine, 3and 1/2 ton weight, double wheels on the button. Good condition all round, low hours. €2495 ono. Tel: 087-4151430

Call: 086-2102214 HOLIDAY APARTMENT Spain - Luxury two bedroom ground floor apartment with large communial pool, close to Murcia and Alicante airports. 24 Hours Security. Perfect for families. Contact: 086-8591954 SUCK CALVES Hereford Heifer calves red / shite. very good quality make super suckler replacements suit bucket feeding or suckling. Tel: 087-2853594 Crossmolina area SUCK CALVES MIXED BREEDS 3/6 weeks old suitable for bucket feeding or suckling. Tel: 087-2853594 Crossmolina area CAR PARTS FROM 2008 TOYOTA AVENSIS Estate, damaged, 1.8 petrol, 30,000 miles,VVTi, gearbox, tailgate, lights, and all other parts. Call Simon 087-4513957 FINEST QUALITY TURF & SEASON FIRE WOOD. Various loads – 087 383 1953

2003 RENAULT LAGUNA Good condiiton, very little needed for NCT €500.

We will assist you in preparing and presenting a claim to your insurance company. Lighten the burden and let Aurray Assessors work on your behalf. INITIAL CONSULTATION FREE OF CHARGE

T ED N A W FOR EXPORT

TRUCKS: Daf, Man, Merc, Mitsubishi, Volvo etc TRAILERS: 40ft-45ft Trailers, Curtainsiders, Flatbeds, Tippers & Box Trailers ALL END OF LIFE VEHICLES FOR EXPORT: Cars, Vans, Plant & machinery, Diggers, Forklifts, old Machinery, etc

LOW LOADER & FLAT TRAILER HIRE FULLY LICENSED & INSURED

Contact Charles on 087-9499431

General Hardware, Sliding Door Gear, uPvc Door & Window Fittings, Kitchen & Bedroom accessories Fitting Service Available

BUY ONLINE @ www.silvershardware.com

CLEW BAY LOG HOUSES

3 Bed Log Houses from €25,000 2 Bed Log House €12,000

(Established 1990)

Tel: 094- 9541561/ 087-6797009

Rathedmond Road, Finisklin, Sligo 071-919 2011

Including Fitting, double glazed windows and doors.

Tel: 098-42501 or 086-8478376

Tank & Percolation (P Flanagan) 087-7928131

We provide full ball stop solutions to a range of clubs schools, colleges, soccer , golf, rugby clubs, and all other areas where high netting is required, in retractable or stationary forms. Along with supporting new net structure we also repair nets to our highest standard where possible.

Telephone: 086-0224141| sales@connachtsportsnets.com www.connachtsportsnets.com

With P's 30 years experience all jobs done to specification on: • Septic Tanks New & Old • Paths & Sewers • Brick & Slab Paving • and all Percolation Systems • Landscaping • Chimney cleaning Covering Sligo, Mayo, Leitrim, Roscommon and Donegal For all enquiries don't hesitate to call P.

087-7928131

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GERRY DAVEY AGRICULTURAL CONTRACTOR BALLYGAWLEY, CO. SLIGO

• Slurry Spreading with Pipe System • Hedge Cutting • Lime Spreading • Also Digger with Saw Head and Digger Hire • All other Agri Needs

Phone: 086-2629984

Fun and Entertainment •FESTIVALS • CORPORATE EVENTS • FAMILY FUN Bouncy Castles, Inflatable Games, Rodeo Bull, Themed Events • Marquee & Party Hire • Wedding parties & Special Events We cover them all! Professional marquees all sizes including flooring, lighting, carpets, tables & chairs, heaters etc. tailored to your requirements.

Phone: 353 (0)96 32042 Mobile: 086-2692630 CASTLEBAR • BALLINA • SLIGO www.toonsandballoons.com info@toonsandbaloons.com

Loftus Guttering Services GARDEN SERVICES

Tree & Shrub Planting General Maintenance Lawns, etc Over 20 years experience

Tel: 085-2820344 Email: colmjmartyn@eircom.net

Facia Soffit Supplied and Fitted

C2 Reg. Killasser, Swinford, Co, Mayo

Covering County Mayo, Sligo & Roscommon

Tel: 087-2387338

Curragh, Castlebar, Co. Mayo • Phone: (094) 950 5016 conloncamping@iolfree.ie • www.conloncamping.com

l l a a G gher l i e N FITTED FURNITURE

Cortoon, Killala, Mayo • Tel: 087-9159479

Quality work - 20 years experience Free Advice and quotation • Custom Made Kitchens • Bedroom units • Sliding Door Wardrobes • Home Office Sitting Room Units Fitted & Free Standing Furniture

Telephone 048-6634-8671

EMPTIED & CLEANED

info@presleyjoinery.com T: 096-30101 F: 096-30738

ALSO

FOR ALL YOUR KITCHEN AND BEDROOM FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS

DRAIN JETTING SERVICE Waste Collection permit no: NWCPO-12-11038-01

Gannon Environmental Services Ltd., Creggs.

For a professional, friendly service and high quality equipment at competitive prices contact Conlon Camping today. We can take care of all your marquee hire and camping equipment needs.

uPVC / Aluminium / Seamless Gutters Choice of Colours White, Cream, Black, Red, Blue, Brown and Green Woodgrain Boards in Light Oak, Mahogany, Cedar Wood and Black Ash

SEPTIC TANKS

Contact Maurice on 086-2538169

The leading Marquee hire company in Mayo delivering events throughout the west of Ireland

CALL US FOR A FREE QUOTATION!

Colm Martyn & LANDSCAPING

Conlon Camping Marquee Hire

Bellanaleck Co. Fermanagh

Custom Made kitchens Bedrooms Offices Fitted & free Standing Furniture Sitting Room Units 3d Designs PVC Kitchens Solid Painted Kitchens No Job too big or small

NOW OPEN

AT BALLINA ROAD, CROSSMOLINA

Telephone John: 086-8324111 for a Free Quotation

Manufacturers of

• Quality Staircases • Bespoke Joinery •Doors • Frames • Windows

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35 BUILDING

Tom Vesey Precast Concrete IRISH AGRÉMENT BOARD

Aluminium Soffit & Fascia Covering Mayo & West Sligo

MS Roofing

BUILDING PRODUCT CERTIFICATION

CERTIFICATE No. 96/0072 SR6 1991

• Twin Chamber 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

Tel 096-45423 or 087-2858333

• • • • • • • •

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!

Graffymore, Newport Road, Castlebar, Co Mayo

Visit www.dg-upvcwindows.com

Tel: 094-90 236 39 •FAX: 094-90 264 66 email: veseyconcrete@eircom.net www.tomveseyconcrete.com

PML WINDOWS & DOORS

& Property Maintenance

For all your Roofing needs • Roof Repairs • Gutter Repairs • Powerwashing & Moss Removal • Chimney Repairs & New Builds Call Michael on 085-2249400 Email: msroofing75@gmail.com

June 2015 • €2.00 • Issue 4

• Conservatories • Windows & Doors • Fasia, Soffit & Guttering • Full Replacement Work & New Work Carried Out • Maintenance Work Carried Out To A High Level

Mob: 086-605-8838

Email: mike@pmlwindows.com

Septic Tanks Bio-Cycles Emptied Connaught Drains - For all your environmental needs Other services include: • Drains Cleaned • CCTV Drain Surveys • Grease Trap Emptying • Drain Rehabilitation

OUT NOW

1890-904550 • 086-4113905 www.connaughtdrains.ie

IN ALL GOOD NEWSAGENTS!

ISSN 2009-8030

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Remodels Extensions Maintenance

• Safe Removal of red staining from dash walls without the need for powerwashing or other harsh treatments.

C2 Reg • Insured • 30 years experience

•Remove moss, lichen and algae from walls, patios, decking, concrete and driveways etc.

Building Contractors

• Professionally trained team. • Prices from €170 for a complete exterior treatment.

Call Eddie McDaid

TELEPHONE: 087-7589202 www.algoclearpro.ie • edwardmcdaid@gmail.com

Tom 0876786275

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

Gilroy Glass Ltd D.G. Blocklaying & Hazelwood Rd, Sligo

• Manufacturers of double glazed units to trade and retail • Replace your existing double glazed units with energy efficient units

Sub-Contractor

• No Job too Big or Small • Free Quotations Tel David: 087-1219658

Tile & Bathroom Centre Bathroom wall and floor tiles from €6.99 sq yd Porcelian Floor tiles from €12.95 sq yd 10,000 Sq ft showrooms the bigest in the West of Ireland • Bathroom suites •Tiles •Shower Doors Timber flooring and much more under one roof

Athlone Road, Longford Tel: 043-3345721 & Golf Links Road, Roscommon Tel: 090-6637620

GREEN REFLECTIONS IRELAND

Commercial, Domestic, Carpet & kitchen cleaning Deep cleaning of industrial kitchens including ducting and canopies. Deep cleaning of ball pits and indoor childrens play areas. Wood floor maintenance including resanding and varnishing. Carpet cleaning. Hard floor, tiles and lino steamed cleaned and polished. Specialist cleaning of rugs and suites of furniture ( fabric or leather).

Full House Cleaning 1100 Sq/Ft Home €325 1500Sq/Ft Home €475 1300 Sq/Ft Home €400 1800 Sq/Ft Home €550 Special Discount Of 10% On All Of The Above Prices

Call me Philip Kelly on 087 6070090 email:greenreflectionsireland@gmail.com www.greenreflectionsireland.com

•Complete glazing service • Stockists of all types of glass • Glass cut while you wait

North West Windows MAKERS, SUPPLIERS Prop. Kevin Burns & FITTERS Belcoo, Co. Fermanagh

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

Suppliers & Installers of uPVC Windows & Doors

Northwest Driveways

White, Wood Grain and Light Oak Finish All Windows Internally Glazed

Tarmacadam • Tar Spraying Brick Paving Contractors

• 1st and 2nd Fix • Kitchens • Flooring • Roofing • Decking • Wardrobes • A!c Conversions

Tullysleva, Ballina, Co. Mayo T: 096-76712 Sligo Road, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh T: 074-25783487

www.mcganns.com A full listing of products and rates are available on request

• Angles • Beading • Centre Pieces • Corbels • Corner Pieces • Cornices • Dado Rails • Niches • Plaques

TELEPHONE: 094-9388208 MOBILE: 087-2503184 C2 Registered & Fully Insured

For all your carpentry needs at keen rates

HOUSE SERVICES & SEPTIC TANKS

For all enquiries call P.J. on 086-3581757 northwestdriveways@hotmail.com

Tel: 087-2443903 After 6pm Tel: 048-66386525

MACE MIDDLE, CLAREMORRIS.

• Drainage • Footpaths • Brick Paving & Kerbing • Ra! Founda"ons • Plant Hire

3 Ton Dumper / Digger & Roller For Hire

JOHN HASTINGS: 087-2416533

Complete Chimney Care and Repair

Modern Chimney Cleaning Stoves, Ranges, Open Fires Chimney Fire Repair, Rebuild, Reline Camera Inspection Fully Insured 25 Year Guarantee All Counties Covered North and South Contact John: 087-6257243

Roofing Contractors & Asbestos Specialists Cortoonmore, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon • Prop. Seamus Duffy Tel: 094-9880269 • Mob: 086-6095982

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BUILDING

CHIMNEYS

SKIP HIRE Septic Tank Emptying

CHIMNEY PROBLEMS FREEFONE: 1800 200 510

Relining, Repairing, Rebuilding Normally no opening of walls , Free Insurance Quotes, National Guild of Master Craftsman NATIONWIDE SERVICE

Frank Gallagher, O’Connell Street, Ballymote, Co. Sligo

Oil Kits Supplied and Fitted, Stoves and Ranges Fitted

We also fit Tanks, Percolation Areas, Polishing filters, Pumps etc

Declan 087-9974893

Tel: 071-9197777 / 087-2311754 Waste Permit No. wwcpo-12-11041

PATRICK MAXWELL

LG GLASS

& GLAZING

Westport Road, Castlebar

Tel: 094-9022000 www.lg-glass.ie

Painting & Decorating Contractor • Domestic, Commercial & Industrial • Wallpaper hanging • Power Washing • Interior & exterior walls • Woodwork

Achonry, Tubbercurry, Co Sligo Tel: 071-9184296 • Mobile: 087-2360368

Thermal Imaging Smoke Testing Draught Testing Problem Solving CCTV Chimney Inspections

Re-lining Re-building Stove Installation Twin wall flue specialists insurance claims processed

Tel: 087-6196013 / 085-1248560 Email: info@ballinachimneys.ie Fully Insured and Free Quotes

Domestic & Commercial Roofing Waldron Roofing & Cladding are an established roofing & cladding company based in Co. Roscommon and providing roofing and cladding, as well as a range of related roofing services including guttering, cladding, soffits, fascias and drains. • New roofs • Re-roofing & re-lining • Gutters & valleys • Tile & slate effect sheeting • Asbestos removal & disposal We provide a reliable & professional service covering all counties of Ireland.

Call for a FREE QUOTE: 094-9860787 087-2565015 • www.waldronroofing.ie

BUILDING

• Rapid Repair Service • Decorative Mirrors • Glass Shower Units • Coloured Glass • Internal Doors • Glass Stairs & Balustrade

Aluminium & PVC Repairs To windows, doors and patio doors

East Brothers GARDEN MACHINERY

www.fuchsialandscapes.com

• Garden Design • Remodelling & Landscaping • Maintenance Contracts • Domestic & Commercial • Tree Surgery & more Fetac & NPTC Certified Fully Insured

Tel: 087-7590677 • Mayo: 094-9014053 Galway 091-423740 • Meath 045-810096

WHEELIE BIN SERVICE SKIP HIRE (All Sizes)

• Petrol Chainsaws for Property Maintenance • Chainsaws for Agriculture & Horticulture • Electric / Cordless Chainsaws

BOYLE, CO. ROSCOMMON Tel/Fax: 071-9662710 Mobile: 086-2427554

096-32500 www.loftusrecycling.com

email: doortec2@hotmail.com - Mobile: 087-2725297

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INTERIOR AND UPHOLSTERY

MULTIPURPOSE GARDEN SHEDS & GARAGES

All the main supports of our garages are constructed of heavy duty box section steel for strength and durability and are hot dipped galvanised for longer Life. Our Units are built to withstand the harshest weather conditions.The sheeting is hot dipped galvanised and pvc coated to the colour of your choice. “You tell us the size you want and we will price on that exact size” Sheds delivered & Erected Nationwide For no extra cost

Furniture recovering and restoration including covering of chairs, 3 piece suites, headboards, car seats and boat 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.

Boradruma, Snugboro, Castlebar • Tel: 094 9023532 / 086 8350608 Open Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm • Visit us online at www.boradrumaupholstery.ie

SPECIAL OFFERS

3M X 3M (10’ X 10’)...............................................€850 2M X 2M (7’ X 7’)...................................................€750 2.5M X 1.8M (8’ X 6’)...................................€450 6M X 9M (20’ X 30’).............................................€3900 CALL US TODAY FOR MORE SPECIALS!

Bar, Hotels Private Houses All Upholstery undertaken Huge Selection of fabrics Contact: 086-8361070 or 071-9622700

Contact: Ray Lynch Corlis, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Clare Oﬃce " Contact Eugene at the Indoor Market " 085"2188506 Phone: 086"8943034 or 094"9621938 AGENTS REQUIRED

PLUMBING AND HEATING

GERARD Eyelet Machine to fit a full range of colours and sizes We have the only pa!ern match machine to be found in Ireland

DEVANEY The complete plumbing & heating Service. Tel: 071 9168046 Mob: 087 2903690

We have the only ver"cal cu!er in Ireland

Call Today 048-66320088 www.curtainmilldirect.co.uk 25 Belmore Stree, Enniskillen (Formerly The Veritas Store)

Your Advert Here!

Wide Range of fabrics, poles and wallpaper

Contact our Friendly Sales team on 071-9154538 for details of our excellent advertising deals

See the Video Link on our Facebook Page

The Biggest & Best Value Fireplace Showrooms in Ireland

Save €€€s by calling to us

086 731 2801

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

RIGHT PRICE FIREPLACES & STOVES

Sligo Road, Enniskillen. Phone: 048 66 326 327 Kiltimagh, Co.Mayo

€200 SCRAPPAGE SCHEME

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

Full Plumbing & Heating Services Available

OUR PRICES WILL NOT BE BEATEN!

National Guild Of Master Craftsmen

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

TERRYS STOVES www.terrysstoves.com

• Free Survey available • Solid Fuel Stoves • Gas Fires

people with energy

When buying a stove you need good information on the wide range that is available I will help you get the product that best suits your needs.

Buy Once! Buy Right!

Phone: 087‐2066910 or 071‐9197925

SCRAP METAL

Mobile: 086-2380126 Phone: 094 9382459 info@ecoheating.ie www.ecoheating.ie

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QUALITY USED VOLKSWAGEN VEHICLES PRE REG CARS 151 VW Passat 1.6TDI Comfortline........................€29,500 151 VW Jetta 2.0TDI.............................................€25,000 151 VW Polo 1.4TDI.............................................€18,500 151 VW Polo 1.0 5DR petrol.................................€16,000 151 VW Golf TDI..................................................€23,500 151 VW Golf 1.6TDI Van ............................€16,500 + VAT 142G VW Polo 1.2TDI T/L “0” mileage.................€16,950 141 VW Scirocco 2.0TDI 140BHP..........................€26,500 141 VW Tiguan 2.0TDI.........................................€25,950 141 VW Golf 1.6 TDI............................................€19,500 141 VW Touran 1.6 tDI 7 Seater............................€27,500 132 VW Golf 1.6TDI A/T.......................................€21,500 132 VW Jetta C/L A/T..........................................€24,500 132 VW Jetta 1.6 TDI Highline...............................€21,000 132 VW Jetta 1.6TDI Trendline..............................€18,500 132 VW Golf 1.6TDI.............................................€19,500 132 VW Polo Cross TDI Extras...............................€17,500 132 VW Polo 1.2 5DR...........................................€13,950 132 VW Passat 1.6TDI BM....................................€22,500 2014 VW Caddy Maxi TDI 7 Seater Extras............€27,500 2013 VW Polo 1.2 TDI C/L....................................€15,500 2013 VW Touran 1.6TDI 5 Seater..........................€24,500 2011 VW Tiguan 2.0DSL Passenger.......................€18,500 BEETLE RANGE 141 VW Beetle 1.6DSL.........................................€22,500 132 VW Beetle 1.6DSL..........................................€19,500 PASSAT RANGE 142 VW Passat 1.6TDI BM (7K)............................€24,500 141 VW Passat 1.6 BM Choice..............................€23,450 141 VW Passat 1.6TDI “R” line..............................€26,500 141 VW Passat 1.6TDI Comfortline......................€25,500 131 VW Passat 2.0TDI CC ....................................€29,500 131 VW Passat 1.6TDI Highline.............................€23,500 131 VW Passat 1.6TDI C/L....................................€22,500 131 VW Passat 1.6TDI BM.....................................€21,500 132 VW Passat 1.6TDI “R” Line.............................€25,500 2013 VW Passat CC 2.0TDI ..................................€29,000 PASSAT CC RANGE 141 VW Passat CC Extras.....................................€35,000 2013 VW Passat CC Extras...................................€29,500 2011 VW Passat CC Extras....................................€22,500 2010 VW Passat CC Extras....................................€19,500 POLO RANGE 141 VW Polo 1.4 C/L A/T.....................................€18,500 141 VW Polo 1.2TDI.............................................€16,500 141 VW Polo 1.2 5DR...........................................€14,950 131 VW Polo 1.2TDI..............................................€15,000 131 VW Polo 1.2 TDI Cross....................................€17,500 2012 VW Polo Cross 1.2.......................................€12,500 2012 VW Polo TDI................................................€13,500 2012 VW Polo 1.2 Comfortline Petrol.....................€12,950 2011 VW Polo 1.2TDI............................................€12,500 2006 VW Polo 5DR................................................€6,000 GOLF SV MODEL RANGE 151 VW Golf TDI Highline SV 5Seater...................€28,500 2012 VW Golf TDI Plus Comfortline A/T................€20,500 2012 VW Golf TDI Comfortline .............................€19,000 2011 VW Golf TDI Plus Comfortline A/T.................€17,500 2011 VW Golf TDI Plus .........................................€16,500 2010 VW Golf TDI Plus .........................................€13,500

GOLF RANGE 1141 VW Golf 2.0TDI 150BHP Highline.................€24,500 141 VW Golf 1.6TDI Comfortline..........................€22,500 141 VW Golf 1.6TDI Trendline...............................€21,000 141 VW Golf 1.6TDI Highline Sports Pack.............€24,500 141 VW Golf 1.6 TDI H/L A/T...............................€24,500 132 VW Golf 1.6TDI Automatic.............................€22,500 131 VW Golf 1.2 5DR Petrol..................................€17,500 131 VW Golf 1.6TDI 5DR......................................€19,500 2012 VW Golf 1.6TDI 5DR....................................€18,500 2012 VW Golf 2.0TDI 140BHP Highline.................€21,500 JETTA RANGE 141 VW Jetta 1.6TDI H/L......................................€24,000 141 VW Jetta 1.6TDI Comfortline..........................€22,500 141 VW Jetta 1.6TDI T/L.......................................€21,500 132 VW Jetta TDI Highline....................................€23,000 131 VW Jetta 1.6TDI Comfortline A/T....................€22,500 131 VW Jetta TDI Comfortline................................€21,000 AUDI RANGE 2014 Audi A4 2.0TDI Saloon SE Model incl park(11K) ............................................................................€34,500 2011 Audi A6 2.0 TDI Extras – Leather /Navigation Roof Bars.....................................................................€22,500 2011 Audi A4 2.0TDI Extras..................................€19,500 2010 Audi A4 2.0DSL Extras................................€18,000 2008 Audi A3 1.9TDI 5DR.....................................€11,500 2007 Audi A4 TDI..................................................€8,500 2006 Audi A3 1.6 3DR...........................................€6,000 2006 Audi A6 3.0TDI V6 Quatro ( Auto).................€6,500 AUTOMATIC RANGE 151 Mitsubishi Pajero Exect 5 Seater €333 road tax ..................................................................€40,000 + VAT 141 VW Golf 1.6TDI Comfortline.........................€25,500 141 VW Polo 1.4 C/L A/T.....................................€18,500 131 VW Touran 2.0TDI 140BHP 7 Seater DSG C/L .............................................................................€27,500 131 VW Touran 1.6TDI C/L...................................€26,500 2013 VW Golf 1.6TDI C/L.....................................€22,500 132 VW Jetta 1.6TDI C/L......................................€23,500 2012 VW Golf Plus C/L A/T..................................€19,500 2012 VW Golf 1.6TDI H/L.....................................€21,000 2012 VW Golf 1.6TDI “R” Line..............................€19,500 2012 VW Jetta 1.6TDI T/L.....................................€18,500 2012 VW Passat 2.0TDI Comfortline 140BHP DSG.€19,500 2012 VW Jetta Petrol A/T (10K) ...........................€16,500 2011 Nissan Micra A/T...........................................€9,500 2011 Toyota Auris D4D A/T...................................€13,500 2011 VW Jetta 1.6TDI Highline .............................€18,500

MERCEDES RANGE €15,000 131 Mercedes Vito DSL 131 Mercedes C200 DSL Aingard Leather 2008 Mercedes C270 DSL €11,500 2007 Mercedes E200 DSL €9,500 BMW RANGE 131 BMW 116 2.0DSL 5DR Extras €22,500 131 BMW 316 DSL ( White) (extras) 2011 BMW 320DSL €18,500 2011 BMW 116 Extras (30Km) €18,000 2008 BMW 320DSL €11,500 2006 BMW 3 Series Petrol €4,500 2003 BMW 316 DSL €4,500

€27,500

HYUNDAI RANGE 141 Hyundai 130 Van €14,500+VAT 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe DSL Commercial €16,500+ VAT 2011 Hyundai i30 SW 1.6DSL €12,500 2009 Hyundai Getz 1.1 5DR €7,500 €7,500 2008 Hyundai 1.6 Coupe LX 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Passenger 7 Seater €11,500 2006 Hyundai Getz 1.0 5DR €3,500 MITSUBISHI RANGE 151 Mitsubishi Pajero 3.2DSL Extras 5Seater €333 Road Tax.............................................................€40,000 + VAT 142 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.8DSL................................€19,500 141 Mitsubishi Spacestar 1.2 5dr Extras.................€12,500 141 Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 DSL Passenger..................€25,500 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.2DSL Passenger.........€27,500 132C Mitsubishi L200 5 Seater..............................€27,500 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.8DSL..............................€16,500 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.2DSL 7 Seater €25,500 MAZDA RANGE 131 Mazda 1.6 DSL Saloon Sports......................€17,500 2008 Mazda 3 1.6 DSL...........................................€7,500 2007 Mazda 6 2.0 Touring DSL..............................€7,500 2006 Mazda 3 1.6 A/T..........................................€5,500 2003 Mazda 6 1.8.................................................€2,500 2002 Mazda Domino 1.5 A/T.................................€1,650 FORD RANGE 131 Ford Focus DSL H/B White..............................€18,500 2012Ford C Max DSL 7 Seater..............................€18,500 2011 Ford Mondeo DSL........................................€13,500 2011 Ford Focus 1.6 DSL.......................................€11,500 2011 Ford Galaxy 7 Seater Extras Leather.............€24,500 2011 Ford Galaxy 7 Seater DSLTitanin..................€22,500 2010 Ford Mondeo 1.8DSL...................................€10,500

7 SEATER RANGE 151 VW Touran TDI 7Seater..................................€29,500 151 Mitsubishi Pajero 3.2 Exec 5 Seater Comm ..................................................................€40,000 + VAT 141 VW Touran 1.6TDI 7 Seater............................€27,500 2014 Vw Caddy TDI Maxi 7 Seater extras.............€27,500 132 Opel Zafari DSL 7Seater................................€22,500 131 VW Sharan 2.0TDI 7 Seater DSL....................€35,500

NISSAN RANGE 2012 Nissan Qashqui 1.6 DSL Passenger...............€18,500 2011 Nissan Qashqui 1.5 DSL (38K).....................€16,500 2011 Nissan Micra 1.0 5Dr.....................................€9,500 2011 Nissan Note DSL 1.5 Van.......................€6,500+VAT 2011 Nissan Tida 1.6DSL......................................€10,500 2009 Nissan Qashqui 1.5 DSL Passenger...............€11,500 2008 Nissan Primera 1.6 Petrol...............................€6,500

ESTATE CAR RANGE 142 VW Passat 1.6TDI Comfortline DSL Estate........€27,500 2011 Skoda Elegance DSL Estate A/T....................€16,500 2011 VW Passat 1.6DSL Estate.............................€16,500 2011VW Passat Highline 2.0DSL Estate (Extras).....€21,500 2011 Toyota Avensis 2.2DSL Estate......................€13,500

OPEL RANGE 132 Opel Zafari 7 Seater DSL...............................€22,500 2011 Opel Combi 1.3 DSL Van................................€7,500 2011 Opel Vivaro 2.0DSL Comm...........................€11,500 2010 Opel Antara 2.0CDTI Design Model.............€11,500 2010 Opel Insignia 2.0TDI....................................€12,500

2010 Opel Corsa 1.3DSL......................................€10,500 2009 Opel Astra 1.7SL A/T....................................€9,000 2009 Opel (Vauhall ) Astra 1.4 Life.........................€8,500 2009 Opel Astra 1.7 DSL........................................€7,500 2008 Opel Vectra DSl.............................................€7,500 PEUGEOT RANGE 2012 Peugeot 3008 DSL Extras..............................€17,500 2011 Peugeot 508 DSl ..........................................€12,500 2009 Peugeot 407 1.6 HDI SR................................€8,500 2009 Peugeot 207 5DR...........................................€7,500 2008 Peugeot 308 1.6DSL (40K).............................€7,500 2008 Peugeot 307 1.6 5DR.....................................€7,500 2007 Peugeot 407 DSL ..........................................€5,500 RENAULT RANGE 2007 Renault Megane 1.4 petrol.............................€4,950 2006 Renault Megane Coupe DSL..........................€6,000 2006 Renault Laguna 1.9DSL..................................€4,500 2005 Renault Megane 1.5 DSL...............................€3,500 SEAT RANGE 2007 Seat Cordoba 1.4DSL 5DR............................€6,500 2005 Seat Cordoba Petrol......................................€4,000 2003 Seat Ibiza 1.2 5DR........................................€2,000 2003 Seat Inca 1.9 DSL Van...................................€2,500 SKODA RANGE 2012 Skoda 1.6 DSL Elegance...............................€16,500 2011 Skoda Fabia 1.2 5DR Ambient........................€9,500 2011 Skoda Octavia 1.9 DSL.................................€14,500 2011 Skoda Yeti DSL.............................................€15,500 2011 Skoda Elegance DSL A/T Estate ....................€17,500 2010 Skoda 1.6 DSL..............................................€11,500 2009 Skoda Superb DSL.......................................€11,500 2007 Skoda Superb 1.9 DSL Extras.........................€6,500 TOYOTA RANGE 131 Toyota Auris D4D............................................€17,500 2012 Toyota Avensis 2.0DSL 30kms.......................€19,500 2012 Toyota Auris Van DSl....................................€12,500 2011 Toyota RAV 4 2.2DSL Passenger 2x2(13K)....€19,500 2011 Toyota Yaris D4D..........................................€12,500 VOLVO RANGE 2010 Volvo S40 2.0DSL A/T.................................€14,500 2010 Volvo S40 1.6DSL.........................................€11,500 2007 Volvo S40 1.6 DSL.........................................€7,500 2006 Volvo S40 1.6 DSL.........................................€6,500 OTHER MAKES 2009 Citroen C5 2.0DSL Extras...............................€8,500 2008 Saab 95 2.0DSL Full Leather........................€6,500 2007 Lexus 2.0DSL.................................................€6,500 2012 Honda Civic 2.2 DSL....................................€18,500 SPECIAL OFFERS 2011 BMW 320 DSL.............................................€15,000 2010 Ford Mondeo Dsl..........................................€8,950 2008 Peugeot 407 DSL...........................................€5,000 2008 Nissan Tida Petrol..........................................€5,000 2008 Toyota Avensis 1.6 Petrol...............................€6,000 2007 Toyota Avensis 2.0DSL...................................€6,000 2007 Suzuki SX4 1.5 petrol.....................................€5,500 2007 Ssangyong Rodius Passenger 7 Seater A/T.....€3,000 2006 Volvo S40 1.8 Petrol......................................€4,500 2006 Ford Fusion ...................................................€4,000