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October 2018 Issue 10 - Volume 19

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TIME TO END THE STIGMA OF OBESITY Over €11,500 raised for Northwest Simon Community at this year’s Sligo Sleep Out

Stigma of obesity preventing patients from accessing treatment which could reverse their type 2 diabetes, according to IrSPEN the clinical nutrition group

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BRIDGE ST • 096-21029 Well done to all participants who fundraised and to all the local businesses who sponsored the participants. Over €11,500 was raised in Sligo alone and all monies raised goes towards homeless prevention services. The North West Simon Community have an Outreach Worker in Sligo, Leitrim & Donegal working with those less fortunate offering support and advice on a daily basis.

ealthcare professionals are joining forces to drive an end to weight stigma in recognition of patients who suffer with the disease of obesity and think their weight is their fault because of social stigmatisation. This can be compounded because some healthcare professionals don’t understand obesity as a disease and don’t treat it in the same way as all the other chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes or atherosclerotic heart disease. This stigma is preventing patients accessing care which can not only treat the obesity, but many of its complications such as type 2 diabetes. Ahead of World Obesity Day on Thursday 11 October, IrSPEN, the clinical nutrition group, is reminding people living with type 2 diabetes and obesity that they can dramatically improve their diabetes control or even reverse it if they can lose 15% of their body weight. This even applies to people who are on insulin and have poor diabetes control. Ireland has one of the highest obesity rates in Europe and it affects more than one million people here. One in four adults are obese and one in four children are overweight or obese making them highly likely to become obese adults. Every year in Ireland approximately 2,000 deaths are attributable to obesity. According to the WHO, 65% of the diabetes burden, 23% of the heart disease burden and between 7% and 41% of certain cancer burdens are attributable to overweight and obesity. The current cost of treating all obesity-related complications is approximately €1.16 billion per annum, 35% of this cost is allocated to hospital care and medication costs and 65% is from indirect costs including productivity losses from absenteeism. Continued on Page 2

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€300,000 announced for a new Scouts Den in Castlebar The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring has announced €300,000 in funding through the LEADER Programme for the construction of a new scout den in Castlebar. Minister Ring told Midwest News that this is fantastic news for Castlebar. The new scout den will benefit young people in the community for many years to come. He said scouting provides a great outlet and provides important life skills to young people. It also helps foster a love of our great outdoors and an appreciation, at an early age, of the benefits of working together. “With this investment, the Minister says, “Castlebar will have a top of the range scouting den which will allow the group to increase numbers and will include facilities for wheelchair access. This is a real coup for the town and is fantastic news for local parents and young people”.

Local students get €20,000 in third level scholarships Three local students have been awarded third level scholarships worth €20,000. Aisling O’Connor is the Leitrim receipant of the award from the The Naughton Foundation. She is studying Engineering at UCD. Oisín Stephens is the Roscommon winner, he is now at Trinity College Dublin studying Physical Sciences. Andrew Gallagher from Longford has also received the award, he is now at National University of Ireland, Maynooth studying Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Chemistry. The students’ former schools, Carrick on Shannon Community School, the CBS Roscommon and St Mel’s Longford have also been presented with €1,000 towards their science facilities.

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€30 million redevelopment plan for Galway’s sportsground Connacht Rugby has announced a 30 million Euro redevelopement plan for the Sportsground in Galway. The development will include a new stadium with a 12,000 spectator capacity, a new high-performance centre and will maintain the existing greyhound racing track. The arrangement with their co-tenants Irish Greyhound Board will ensure that rugby fixtures and greyhound racing events will continue at the venue

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Time to end the stigma of Obesity Continued from front page If you are living with type two diabetes and obesity, re-engage with your healthcare professional team to discuss ways that you might achieve weight loss through diet, exercise, medical or surgical treatment. Further details of how to support World Obesity Day and where to find more information on obesity, and

obesity prevention and treatment, are available on the World Obesity Federation website: www.worldobesity.org and www.itsnotyourfault.ie Activities can also be followed on the following social media pages Twitter @itsnotyourfaultie and #endweightstigma Facebook @itsnotyourfault.ie and Instagram @itsnotyourfault.ie

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Simon Community Charity evening at The Yeats Experience T he Yeats Experience is a major Sligo tourism successs story. Over the past six years Paula Gilvarrys renowned cooking and her husband Damien Brennans knowledge of Yeats has brought hundreds to their table for lunch or dinner annually. They are now down sizing and plan to take retirement a little more seriously! So as this tourism season winds down it may be your last chance to enjoy this unique Sligo attraction. In thanks for their enjoyment of offering the Yeats Experience over the years they are hosting a very special evening on Friday October 26th. With a full dinner menu and Damiens insights of WB Yeats the entire proceeeds are going to the Sligo branch of the Simon Community. Tickets are €65 pp for the six course menu to include wine and all the Yeats. Tickets are available

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from the North West Simon Community Charity Shop at 4 JFK Parade, Sligo or by calling Mary on 087 7708865. They are selling fast and you are advised to book asap if you wish to support this very worthy cause. Mary Mc Keon from the North West Simon Community wishes to express sincere thanks to Paula & Damien Brennan for hosting this very special evening for such a worthy cause. From Jan to July of this year the local homeless charity worked with 22 families, 53 children and 17 individuals in the Sligo area alone with the majority of clients being Irish nationality. A Simon housing support clinic now takes place in Tubbercurry every Thurs from 10 to 1 in response to a demand for services. By supporting this fundraiser, you are enabling the charity to continue to provide vital services in our own area.

Yellow rainfall warning remains in place for counties Mayo, Sligo and Donegal A yellow rainfall warning by Met Eireann for counties Mayo, Sligo and Donegal remains in place. While a storm brewing in the Atlantic at present could hit the country with gusts of up to 150kmh over the next couple of days. A yellow rainfall warning for Mayo, Sligo and Donegal is currently in place as a slow-moving band of rain continues to bring heavy showers, ranging from 25mm to 40mm. Galway City Council’s weather assessment

team met yesterday to assess the approaching storm. A spokesperson said Galway is experiencing a period of “very high astronomical spring tides”, which will last until Thursday. However, temperatures tomorrow are expected to reach up to 21C before the storm hits. Met Eireann says that the storm brewing on Thursday into Friday will bring strong to gale force southerly winds that could potentially give some damaging gusts, especially in the west.

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The Hughes family and our onsite partners opened up “The Best Family Holiday Destination in Ireland” for absolutely free and asked visitors to dig deep for our charity partners, Western Care who are providing services for people with disabilities and autism across Mayo and Westport Children’s Choir who were fundraising to send 15 of their members to perform in Carnegie Hall. It was amazing family day out with free use all of the rides, slides, boats and trains of the Pirate Adventure Park, entry to the stunning historic Westport House and the zip wire ride, live music and entertainment – all for absolutely free. The Westport House Annual Open Day enjoyed a phenomenal turnout on June 10th which resulted in a collection of €12,000 in total which was split between both partners. Thanks to everyone who came out in support.

Suspended Roscommon solicitor lodges €395,000 to client account of his former firm A suspended Roscommon solicitor has lodged some €395,000 to the client account of his former firm following complaints about him by clients, the High Court has heard. Ballaghadereen’s Declan O’Callaghan’s case was further adjourned on Monday for four weeks to allow for various matters, including an up to date report by the current managers of his former practice. Mr O’Callaghan agreed last July to several orders, including not to practice as a solicitor, pending the outcome of an inquiry by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) into his conduct. He was also to pay €350,000 from his personal funds by September 10th to the client account of Kilraine O’Callaghan, to cease his involvement with that firm and to make good any additional deficit that may occur after various identified client files are finalised. When his case returned on Monday before the president of the High Court, Mr Justice Peter Kelly was told €395,000 has been paid and Mr Brendan Steen has been meeting with clients to close out files. The judge was also told John O’Dwyer,

a solicitor who had acted for Mr O’Callaghan in the Law Society proceedings, had sought to come off record for him and the court heard another law firm is now representing Mr O’Callaghan. The judge expressed concern about the circumstances in which Mr O’Dwyer had sought to come off record. It appeared Mr O’Dwyer felt he was not being given the “full picture” by Mr O’Callaghan and the relationship of trust between the two had broken down. When he asked was the Law Society concerned or did it believe further orders were necessary, Nessa Bird BL, for the Society, said it was satisfied in circumstances where Mr O’Callaghan remains suspended, has no involvement with his former practice and in the context of the inquiry pending before the SDT. The Society was satisfied the various orders in place address concerns about the protection of clients and the public pending the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal inquiry, she said. The judge also queried why there was delay in advancing wardship proceedings aimed at protecting the substantial

estate of a bereaved child. The Society had earlier this year initiated its application for suspension of Mr O’Callaghan arising from concerns raised in an independent solicitor’s report, including his having withdrawn substantial fees from the estate of that child. When told on Monday the child’s mother had some concerns about wardship, the judge said the mother would have a full opportunity to air those but the aim of wardship was to protect the child’s assets. The court was previously told Mr O’Callaghan has reimbursed some €344,000 fees, including VAT, withdrawn by him from the child’s estate, which he has accepted were excessive. They remain lodged in a controlled account pending further court order. The child’s estate has assets of more than €736,000. Last March, the Society’s Regulation of Practice Committee, having considered the reports into the solicitor’s practice, referred him to the SDT for an inquiry into his conduct and authorised the Society to apply for an order suspending him from practice pending that inquiry.

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ALLINA and Mayo at large is about to experience a reminder of Ireland’s most horrific catastrophe, the Great Hunger of the 1840s, which decimated the county, sending thousands to their graves and many more into exile. Four days in remembrance of the c 137 Orphan Girls sent to Australia from four of the county’s workhouse Ballina, Ballinrobe, Castlebar and Westport - run from Tuesday, 16th October, with the official opening at the Jackie Clarke Centre at 6.30 pm. One of the highlights of the opening evening will be the launch of a story-filled Commemorative Quilt complete with names of all Mayo orphan girls sent to Australia 1848-50. Stitched by individuals and groups from around the world, the Quilt is a Ballina Costume Company initiative, under the direction of Jane Crean, and will be accompanied by a Journal which sets out individual accounts written by participants, some of them descendants of the orphan girls. The night features opening of an evocative Famine Exhibition, performance by Atlantic Rhythm, music and song. Refreshments courtesy Cot and Cobble restaurant. On Wednesday, 17th, an all-day Famine Exhibition runs in Jackie Clarke Centre (10 am to 5pm) and will

include a fascinating Famine Workshop for Secondary schools (12 to 2pm), while on Thursday night , October 18 at 8pm, an Illustrated talk will be given by Terry Reilly in the local library. Entitled ‘Winnie’s Story’, it tells of the life and times of Winifred Jane Nealis, one of the girls sent to Australia from Ballina workhouse and a central character in his book, Mayo’s Forgotten Famine Girls. The attendance will include Australian Ambassador Richard Andrews and Minister for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor. The Commemorative Quilt will also be on display. The Famine Exhibition runs throughout the week at the Jackie Clarke Collection. The fourth and final day, Friday, 19th October, commences with Mass of Remembrance for the

orphan Girls, their descendants and the famine victims of the county in St Patrick’s Church, Ballina at 9.30am. The church overlooks St Joseph’s Hospital, the site of the workhouse and its adjacent burial ground. At 12 noon the location moves to the inner sanctum of Ballina Library for welcome address, musical presentations by local St Mary’s Secondary school choir and Foxford Brass Band, followed by unveiling of bronze statue by former Ballina businessman Mr Frank Kerins on Pearse Street. An Ecumenical Blessing will be imparted by the leaders of the four churches in the town, while Foroige members from the workhouse areas from which the girls were sent will rollcall their names. Floral tributes will be laid in remembrance of the girls

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and all from the county who died during the Great Famine. Ardagh Foroige members, who have been involved in the planning, will be dressed in period costume, complete with distinctive workhouse bonnets. A presentation of a representation of the wooden travel box in which the girls carried their possessions to Australia will be made. Beautifully designed, It has been hand crafted by men in Arbour Hill where the joinery shop has in the past also made Dolls Play houses for Crumlin and Temple street Children's Hospitals, Bunk Beds for Paul Newman's Barrett's Town facilities, Bird and Bat boxes, etc. The Travel Box will, with the Commemorative Quilt and other famine memorabilia, remain on public display in perpetuity in Ballina. The planning and execution of the Famine Girls’ Commemoration has been planned by a wonderful local committee, schools, representative of many organisations, and Michael Blanch, chairman of the Committee for the Commemoration of the Irish Famine Victims, Mark O’Brien, Assistant Chief Officer, Arbour Hill, and many more. “The journey to commemorate this traumatic period in our history has all been a very heartening collaborative endeavour and thanks are due to so many wonderful people,’ said chairman Terry Reilly. FOLLOW-ON EXHIBITION But that’s not the end of the Famine Commemoration in Ballina, for a few days later, on Monday 22nd October, Ballina Lions Club open an Exhibition in Ballina Civic Offices which will run to March 2019.

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he community of Leitrim Village gathered recently in the Leitrim Gaels Community Field (Leitrim Gaels GAA Club) for a Benefit Social in support of a very special lady, Ruth Earley The 36- year-old daughter of Joe and Beth Earley (Dr. Beth McCarthy), Ruth has been in rehabilitation after dealing with the aftermath of a spinal cord injury all summer. Living and working in the film industry in London, her activities include the film school (North West Film

School) Action School of Film) while she also noted for her charity work for Syrian refugees in Calais, Serbia and Greece. during 2017. However last April Ruth woke for work as normal and was unable to feel anything below her waist. She was eventually diagnosed with cuada equina where the nerve roots in her lower spine were compressed. Ruth had emergency spinal cord surgery to try and minimise the long term damage. She was informed by doctors that she would never walk again.

Despite these warnings she embraced the challenge of rehabilitation and with many long and painful months with excellent medical and physio teams she was able to support herself, stand and take some steps with the help of splints and other vital equipment. She walked, with the aid of crutches, out of the National Spinal Cord Injury Centre in Stanmore, London after 14 weeks constant work and determination. Despite these small improvements in her ability to move her lower limbs and

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Exciting times as Horan’s appointment confirmed There was much relief in Mayo last week with the announcement of as team manager for a four-year term. It was also announced he will hold trials for club footballers before he assembles a panel ahead for next season. Horan, who is expected to be the Head Coach in the new

Mayo set-up, as well as managing the team, said he ‘cannot wait to get started’. “All clubs (Senior/Intermediate/Junior) within Mayo will be contacted immediately seeking suggestions of players that may have the potential Technical/Tactical/Physical/M

ental attributes required for the inter-county game. “There has been a coaching movement in Mayo over the last number of years that has been staggering in its progression,” he added. “In conjunction with clubs and divisional boards, we have seen huge advances with clubs across the county driving very high standards. That is something I want to be involved with, and help ensure that progress continues. While his full management team has not yet been finalised, it is understood that Daniel Forde from Ballycastle (trainer) and Martin Barrett from Kiltane (selector) would both be involved. Forde is well-known for his work training many teams

including St Gerald’s College, Castlebar while Barrett was the Kiltane manager when they reached the 2013 AllIreland Intermediate club final, and also took charge of the North Mayo club’s senior team this season. Ardnaree native James Burke, who has played with Ballymun Kickhams in Dublin for many years, will take charge of training sessions involving Mayo players in the capital. Burke lined out with Mayo at all levels during his career. A number of other additions to Horan’s backroom team are expected to be announced in the coming weeks, with some speculation suggesting that former All Star forward, Ciaran McDonald, may be part of the new set-up.

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Handel’s Messiah returns to Knock Basilica

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ollowing last November’s unprecedented sell-out performance of Handel’s Messiah at the Knock Basilica, the trumpet shall sound once again on Saturday 3rd November with the return of the RTÉ Concert Orchestra for the second performance at the Basilica of the world’s most famous and beloved oratorio, renowned for stunning choruses and arias. Overflowing with the most exciting choral writing, thundering timpani and blazing trumpets, the Messiah energises audiences, and leaves them singing ‘Hallelujah’. The first ever performance of the Messiah took place at Neal’s New Musick Hall in

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Dublin’s Fishamble Street in 1742. The “subscription list of six hundred persons was quite filled”, according to Handel himself, as ladies heeded pleas by management to wear dresses ‘without hoops’ in order to make ‘room for more company’ – something we trust will not be a problem at the more commodious Basilica! Featuring the RTÉ Concert Orchestra conducted by Proinnsías Ó Duinn, with a 180-strong choir and a world class line-up of soloists, this will be a sensational evening of delightful and thrilling music making. An alumna of the Royal Opera House Covent Garden’s Young Artist Programme, Royal Irish Academy of Music, the

Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the National Opera Studio, London, Anna Devin has performed on operatic and concert stages throughout Europe and the U.S. Recent highlights include performances in La Scala Milan, Vienna, Madrid, Salzburg, Covent Garden London, Seattle, Lausanne and Carnegie Hall New York. Dublin born Mezzo Soprano Kate Allen has enjoyed international recognition for her performances in Europe and the USA where appearances include Northern Ireland Opera, Ulster Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, La Fenice, Santa Barbara Opera and the Wexford Festival Opera. Tenor Peter O’Reilly is a graduate of the DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama and has been a very successful prizewinner in the ESB Feis Ceoil, most recently winning the Cuisine de France John McCormack Bursary. His engagements to date take him from Dublin to the Buxton Festival and include two world premieres. Irish bass John Molloy has graced the stages of concert halls and theatres all over the world. Recent credits include performances in Bologna, Rouen, Netherlands, Royal Opera House Covent Garden, English National Opera London, Shanghai Opera, Rotterdam and Canberra. Proinnsías Ó Duinn served as Principal Conductor with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra from 1978 to 2002 when he was

Kate Allen, Mezzo Soprano,

appointed Conductor Laureate. During this time he recorded commercially with both the RTÉ Concert Orchestra and the RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra. His repertoire ranges from popular music to major symphonies and includes many national and world premières. Proinnsías Ó Duinn conducts the international Messiah-Choir by invitation every year at the German city of Halle, the birthplace of Handel, and is the preeminent interpreter of the Messiah in Ireland. The RTÉ Concert Orchestra has been introducing orchestral music to new audiences since 1948 and was voted World’s Favourite Orchestra in an international poll (Bachtrack.com, 2015). Our Lady’s Choral Society was founded in Dublin in 1945 and in its annual performances appears regularly at the National Concert Hall with the National Orchestras. The coming together of OLCS with members of the Mayo Chamber Choir and Cór Mhaigh Eo will create a 180-strong choir to raise the roof of the Basilica in the breathtaking choruses, such as the Hallelujah and the great Amen. Tickets Online: www.knockmessiah.com Ticket Outlets: Knock Basilica Information Office and It Music Castlebar & Galway Further Information: www.knockmessiah.com

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Simple Luxury Dark Plum Another color to watch out for is dramatic purple, according to designer Francesco Bilotto. “You’ll see this tone showcased everywhere from kitchen cabinets to foyers,” he says. We’re partial to the dramatic backsplash in this modern space. Two-Tone Cabinets To add character to the 2017 Kitchen of the Year, San Francisco designer Jon de la Cruzused two finishes on the cabinets: weathered white oak and Farrow & Ball’s Cornforth White paint in Modern Eggshell. “You see that kind of make-do cobbling together in old kitchens,” he says. Appliance Garages Another way to embrace the minimalist trend: smart storage. Here, San Francisco designer Jon de la Cruz created a home in the 2017 Kitchen of the Year for the toaster and coffeemaker to reduce counter clutter.

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or a child, a bedroom is more than just a place to sleep. It's a spot to do schoolwork, play games, rough-house, read, daydream, visit with friends and stockpile toys. As you plan out your child's bedroom, you'll need a space that serves all those functions — and is comfortable and practical for several years to come. The ultimate experts on what kids like best are kids themselves, so get them involved in the design process by letting them help with selections. That being said, children's preferences change often, so use accessories and colors that be easily replaced. Overall, whether you're decorating a playroom, bedroom or nursery, be sure to think about fun, growth and practicality. How do I decorate a playroom? A playroom should be very lively and inspirational, so get creative with your color and furnishings. A wall mural or wall decal is a great way to incorporate playful design, while a chalkboard wall lets kids produce their own masterpiece. Try using fun furnishings, like beanbag chairs or floor cushions, and if you want to splurge, add in unique elements like a climbing wall, slide or swing. Because it is a multifunctional room, use space smartly. Install built-in cabinets

and shelves for much-needed toy storage, and include a desk or work table for homework and coloring. A craft station is a great way to get those creative juices flowing, or consider a small snack area with microwave and mini fridge. Divide the space into zones so that quieter kids can draw or read while louder, more active kids can watch tv or play a musical instrument. How do I decorate a kids bedroom? When designing a child's room, think about color, color and more color. Incorporate a favorite hue on the walls or bring in bright accents, but stick with neutral furniture that doesn't need to be swapped out as interests change. While the furniture should be appropriate for your child's age, it also should be something that can grow with him or her. Get fullsized dressers and cabinets that can last through the school years, and consider a bunk bed, which is great to share with siblings. As they get older and no longer want to share a room, you can add a desk underneath the top bunk. With so many toys and clothes, storage is key. Add builtins if you can, but cubbies and shelves are also great for those on a budget.

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This sweet, galleried play area designed by Trine Miller, has the dual function of creating an adventurous play space, while also keeping toys contained and out of view

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The Many Benefits of Sliding Door Wardrobes can customise their finished look. Choose mirrors, lacquered glass, beautiful wood grains or a combination. The choice is yours, and you are sure to love how it changes the feel of your room.

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Going bizarre is not surprising anymore; in fact, it has become one of the best techniques to get along with the trending stuff in all aspects and, gladly, interior design was not excluded. Installing peculiar lighting in one of your house’s rooms has become an embraced trend in 2017. Moreover, it is deemed to be the quickest way to revamp your room without having to undergo drastic changes. Accordingly, feel free to go ahead and enjoy installing some few and far between lighting systems around your place to effortlessly make it look trendy.

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e’ve all been there. Desperately wanting to lose those few extra pounds, or in some cases a lot of extra pounds, but no matter which diet we try we always seem to end up where we started from. It’s frustrating and demoralizing and it tastes like failure. But it doesn’t have to be this way, says Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, an Ottawa-based obesity expert and the author of The Diet Fix: Why Diets Fail and How to Make Yours

Work.“If there was a quick fix we’d all be skinny,” he points out. “The more permanent the weight loss needs to be the more permanent the lifestyle changes need to be.” So what’s preventing us from getting there?

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.”

1. We think dieting has to be painful. “The past 60 to 80 years of modern day dieting has been predicated upon the notion that dieting success is about suffering,” says Dr. Freedhoff. “It suggests that people struggling with their weight don’t deserve to eat like normal people

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

Mon-Thu 9.00 - 6.00pm Fri 9.00 - 5pm Home and hospital visits catered for Garden/Tone St, Ballina Tel: 096-72189 087-6389500 email: begley.john2@gmail.com

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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.”

Bio Energy Roscommon Charlie Bracken - Bio Energy Therapist

• Pain relief • Reduced stress & anxiety • Relief with diseases • Help with depression • Improved energy levels • Boosted immune system • Improved health • Better wellbeing

Westport, Co. Mayo

Chiropodist: Martin Mc Nally Tel: 087 222 6260

For a no commitment discussion give me a call on 089-4320626 Email: charlie.bioenergy@gmail.com • Boyle, Co. Roscommon

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At all our Modern Tyres depots we stock comprehensive range of premium and quality budget tyres with a complete tyre fitting service and free tyre safety checks.

crash repair centre

• Crash Repair • Full resprays • Restorations • Insurance Work • Spot Repairs • Airbrush Work

Finisklin Road, Sligo F91 KW52 Telephone: 071 916 0696 • sligo@moderntyres.ie

CRIBBIN CAR SALES

Castleplunkett, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Telephone: 086-2665015 10 VW Polo 1.2...............................................€9500 10 VW Golf 1.6 Diesel.....................................€11,000 09 Toyota Avensis Diesel..................................€10,250 09 VW Golf Diesel.........................................€10,000 08 Peugeot 407 Diesel......................................€5,800 08 Opel Astra 1.4 SXi 3dr...................................€6,500 08 Toyota Corolla 1.4 Saloon..............................€7,000 All cars are services, Nct’d and we have 6 months parts and labour warranty.

Fast and it's efficient service We guarantee a response within 60 mins We repair approximately 90% of all vehicles attended at the roadside 24 hour call centre Phone: Letterkenny: 074-9139303 Donegal Town: 00353 074-97 40000 (Ballyshannon) Mobile: 086-2289494 Email:info@jdrecoveryservice.com Website: www.jdrecoveryservice.com

www.autotechbodyrepairs.com /autotechbodyrepairs Old Dublin Road, Carraroe, Co. Sligo Tel: 071-9170745

COYNE TYRES BALLINA - LIMITED

offers Valid until 30/4/18

DEDICATED TYRE & BATTERY SALES & SERVICE, BALLINA, CO. MAYO

NEW AND USED CAR SALES • CAR SOURCING REPAIRS & SERVICING • TYRE CENTRE

Unit 2, Ardnaree, Ballina, Co. Mayo

• Servicing • Panel Beating • Tracking • Parts • Light Setting • Echaust Repairs • Towbar Fitting Discoun with th t • NCT Preparation is Advert • Valeting • Recovery

FINANCE AVAILABLE

We have lenders who want to do business with you

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CHAPEL STREET, BOYLE, CO. ROSCOMMON Phone: 071-9662318 • Sean: 086-1451875 • John: 086-8628285

VEHICLE SERVICING FROM JUST €99

www.ap-motors.eu

Water Lane, Ballina, Co. Mayo • Tel: 096-21935 • After Hours : 087-2686360 • Pat Jnr: 087-2201819 Email: info@coynetyres.ie • Web: www.coynetyres.ie

Ariel Dym 096-70993 • 086-8978395

AUTO BODY REPAIR SLIGO Crash Repair & Repainting Specialists Tel: 071-9167857 Mobile: 086-2670014 panelbeateroconnell23@gmail.com Largan, Collooney, Co.Sligo www.autobodyrepairsligo.com

J. HAMILTON

Motor Body Repairs All Classes of Motor Body Repairs Undertaken All Types of Servicing and MOT Preperation

“No Sunday Phone Calls” P188 Blackhawk Pulling System in Operation

Telephone: 048-66388367 • Mobile: 0044 (0) 7802 701597 SALLOON, BALLINAMALLARD

All Engines Reconditioned Call us today for a competitive quote!

IDA Industrial Estate, Cleveragh, Sligo Tel: 071-9162531

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Ariel Motors

LTD

Unit 2, Ardnaree, Ballina, Co. Mayo

Bonniconlon, Ballina, Co. Mayo Phone: 096-45412/45488 www.dempseydismantlers.com • info@dempseydismantlers.com

D is c o u n

w it h t h t is Ad v e rt

Fully Licensed for the disposal of end of life vehicles Free Delivery Service to your area

• Servicing • Panel Beating • Tracking • Parts • Light Setting • NCT Preperation • Valeting • Recovery Ariel Dym 086-376-1953 • 086-8978395 • www.apmotors.ie

2000 TOYOTA COROLLA SILVER

FULLY SERVICED, NEW BRAKES, RECIPETS FOR SAME NEW NCT AND TAXED LOW MILEAGE. PRICE €1150 ONO CALL 087-1430158

CHRISTY CONNOLLY RECOVERY CASTLEREA, CO. ROSCOMMON • E: connollychristy@eircom.net TEL: 094-9620793 • MOB: 086-2505325 / 087-2505325 APPROVED RECYCLERS OF END OF LIFE VEHICLES DESTRUCTION CERTS ISSUED • 24/7 RECOVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE • CAR SALES & SERVICE

Open Monday to Friday 9am-6pm Saturday 9.30am-1.30pm Free Delivery Service All Over Connacht

We offer a wide range of services including pre-nct testing, car repair, recovery and sales.

We also have a spray shop for all your bodywork needs. We fix all types of motoring problems ranging from mechanical problems to electrical problems. We also sell high quality used cars at affordable prices. (See www.bundoranmotors.com or call us for details.)

FULL FINANCE AVAILABLE

SELF DRIVE CARE HIRE AVAILABLE

24 HR RECOVERY WANTED WANTED WANTED SERVICE Specialist in Truck & Coach Recovery “From a Moped to an artic we’ll recover it”

James Foy Auto Service

• Servicing all makes & models • Excellent selection of Tyres • Puncture Repair • NCT Preperation • Wheel Balancing & Alignment

Dromore West, Sligo Tel: 096-47052. Mob: 087-2541243 www.recoverysligo.com

All Trucks Wanted for Breaking & Export

Nugent Livestock Trailers €25 Per Week

Nugent Spirit Horse Boxes €35 Per Week

• Tippers • Mixers • Crane Trucks • Units GOOD PRICES PAID FOR SUITABLE VEHICLES ALL SECONDHAND PARTS AVAILABLE

Call: 087-974 3349 Anytime

We have 20 years of proffesional experience in diagnostics and repairs of any type of vehicles, trucks, vans, cars, motorbikes etc. Full Remapping Service Available • Car and Van Keys Supplied Pre Nct Testing Starting from €35 • Diagnostics - Each diagnostic service €35 Tyres - All Brands & Sizes / Puncture Repairs/ Wheel Alignment / Wheel Balancing

5 Toberbride Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo Telephone: 071 916 7948 •Mobile: 085-1001838 www.mgmotors.ie • Email: mgmotorssligo@yahoo.com

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farmingServices Advertise Here! Contact 071-9154538 for details of our excellent rates

CATTLE WANTED ALL TYPES

Cows, Bulls, Heifers & Bullocks, Beef or for further feeding. Horned, Thin or Lame Cattle, also Cattle from restricted herds considered.

Call: 086-3591357

Nephin Tractors & Machinery Ltd

TRACTORS WANTED ALL TYPES OF TRACTORS & TRACK MACHINES WANTED

TRACTORS: Massey Ferguson, Ford, Fiat, Zetor, John Deere, Ursus etc in any condition, running or not Track Machines: Hitachi, Komatsu, CAT, Sumitomo, etc

Tel: 087-680-6540

MAYO MATS For all your matting needs

• Cow Cubicle Mats • Slat Mats • Horse Mats • Parlour Mats For further information contact Tom Duffy COW COMFORT LTD Tel: 097-82057 • Fax: 097-82376 Email: cowcomfort@eircom.net

Are you ready for lambing?

DESIGNED WITH TRUE FARM LOGIC

WANTED

Lambing season is upon us again “are you ready?” If you get our Quadcrate Multi-Purpose Lambing package you will be. We promise our Lambing Package will be the best purchase you make all year or your money back within 2 months. These time saving attachments will help you gain a higher lambing percentage

We are purchasing All Ranges of Beef Cattle - Top Prices paid

MAKE USE OF OUR LATEST OFFER • Free Body Warmer • Free Beanie Hat • Free Quadcrate Pen with Light With every package sold above €850 during the month of January

Dunleavy Meats, Cooneal, Ballina, Co. Mayo (096) 33930 Michael 087 2336184 John 087 9377735

K&C MULVANEY Ltd.

Dead & Worn out Animals

Feel Free to watch our DVD on our website. See which package suits you.

www.quadcrate.co.uk • Tel: 0044-7736177626 wallingham@quadcrate.co.uk

DEAD AND WORN-OUT ANIMALS Contact: Tom Rogers Strokestown, Co. Roscommon SAME DAY COLLECTION SERVICE

Collection Service Daily Collection in all Areas Telephone: MULVANEYS at:

SERVICING LEITRIM & SLIGO FARMERS FOR OVER 20 YEARS

Tel: 049-4338331 or 086-8551932 / 086-3827008

Only Licensed Knackers Yard & Service in NorthWest Lowest Prices and Daily Collection Guaranteed

071-9634783 / 9633344

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED TRACTORS WANTED DRAINS AND SEWERS CLEANED ALL TYPES OF FORD TRACTORS WANTED 4600 • 5600 • 6600 • 7600 • 4610 • 5610 • 6610

ALSO NEW HOLLAND TRACTORS TS&TSA • SL/SLDP • TM 120 • TM125 • TM130 • 8160 • 8260 • 8360

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TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY 086-8381227 / 086-1997815

ALSO MASSEY FERGUSON 130 • 165 • 185 • 188 • 168 • 240 • 265 • 250 • 275 • 290 •550 • 565 • 575 • 590 675 • 690 • 698 • 699 • 365 • 375 • 390 • 398 • 300 • 500 • 600 • 40 Series SL/SLDP Masy Ferguson Balers - 124 • 120/20 John Deere 342 / 550 Class Combines - Dominator & Lexion New Holland Combines - All Models John Deere Combines - 955 • 965 • 975 • 1075 • 1077 • 1178

Tel: 087-279-7553

GLAS, GLAS, GLAS Order Now, Plant Now

Plant all year round! Whitethorn and Beech Hedging etc. All trees and tree plants 24 Hour, 7 Days a week Firendly Service Delivery nationwide Receipts will be given Department Registered

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farmingServices TULSKMACHINERY

Mollahan Engineering & Maintenance

Ardkeenagh, Tulsk, Co.Roscommon • Tel: 0867919095

• Industrial & Residential Gates • Roller Doors • Gate Automation & Repairs • General Engineering Railings - Gates & Ornate Items designed & made to order.

Call Micheál on 086-8248402 e: michealmollohan@eircom.net

OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY - BOHOLA, SWINFORD, CO. MAYO

Call Brendan on: 087-230 7914 Mulroy & Sons Farm Machinery based in Bohola Swinford, Co. Mayo, import new and used Farm Machinery from the United Kingdom. Products we have in stock for hire and sale

QUALITY SECOND!HAND HEAVY PLANT AND MACHINERY • BALLINA, CO. MAYO FOR SALE • FIAT 880 4X4 4 CYLINDER ENGINE. • FIAT 1180H 4X2 OFF FARM COND • STEYR 8140 4X4 • FRITZ CAB TO SUIT FORD 4600/6600 • BOOM TO SUIT FH130 AND EX 120 • DIPPER TO SUIT 100!1 • DISMANTLED FOR PARTS UHO 71 • CHAINS TO SUIT FH130. • BUCKETS TO SUIT 580G • BUCKET AND BUCKET RAM TO SUIT O&K RH20 • FORD 6610 AP CAB 4X2, VGC • ZETOR 8011, OFF FARM CONDITION • PICK UP HITCH TO SUIT MF165/265 ETC • PICK UP HITCH TO SUIT FORD 5000/6610

WANTED • HITACHI EX60!1 AND EX60!2/EX100! 1/EX120!1 FH130!1/FH130!2/ FH130!3 • FORD 5000/7000/5600/6600/7600 2 AND 4X4 • FORD 5610/6610/7610/6410/6810 2 AND 4X4 WITH FLOOR CHANGE • FORD 5640/6640/7740/7840 2 AND 4X4 WITH STANDARD GEARBOX • NEW HOLLAND 5640/6640/7740/7840 2 AND WITH 12X12 AND DUAL POWER. • NEW HOLLAND TS 90/100/110/115 2 AND 4X4 WITH STANDARD GEARBOX & DUAL POWER.

• Weed Licker • Harrows (Power, Spring, Chain, Disc and Pin) • Sprayers • Haybobs (Choice of 10) • Rotovators • Toppers • Ploughs • Spreaders • Mowers • Subsoilers • Cent Mixers • Vicon fertilliser spreader (Choice of 20) • Buckrackes • Hedgecutters (McConnells) choice of 2 All our products are reasonably priced and fully serviced www.mulroyandsonsfarmmachinery.town.ie Email : brendanmulroy1@eircom.net

Farm Sheds Fabricated & Erected Telephone: 0044-77-46117236

Galvanized Grasharrow 6 and 13 ft. Vicon 5.6 ft. disc mowers Krone 8 ft. disc mower Disc harrows 10ft. heavy duty. Bale trailer for 8 bales NEW Rotorvator 7ft and 5 ft. Potato ridger .

Lely power harrows 10 ft. Krone mower 8 ft. with conditioner. Push off rake 8 ft. Kuhn 6 rotor shaker. Claas 4 rotor shaker. Claas 6 rotor shaker as new. Kuhn 8 ft. mower with con-

ditioner. 5 and 7 ft. horse arena levelers. galvanized. power box 6.6 ft. heavy duty. pz mower 165 pz mower 185 pz mower 212 Flail mower 7 ft.

Castlerea Co-opertive Livestock Mart Ltd. PROPERTY SERVICES PROVIDERS LICENCE NO: 002249 THURSDAY WEEKLY: BULLOCKS, HEIFERS, COWS, CALVES AND WEANLINGS. 3 RINGS IN OPERATION. ALL SALES COMMENCE AT 11 A.M. ALL STOCK PRE-BOOKED.YARD OPENS AT 8 A.M. FOR ENQUIRIES CONTACT MART OFFICE OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS.

Telephone: 094-9620300 • e-mail: info@castlerealivestockmart.com web: www.castlerealivestockmart.com Property Services Providers Licence No: 002249

New sheds for sales Box profile, non-drip roof. 4 full sky lights 6 foot side sheeting and all gable sheeting. 1 door opening in center of gable We can make any size of shed to suit your needs just give me a call • All ridge and galvanised gutters supplied with screws • sheds repaired and resheeted • Sliding doors made and hung • Gutters repaired and fitted all power washing done • All ground work and concrete done • All types of block work and plastering done • All types of digger work done

No job too big no job too small! • Keenest Rates

MULCHRONE AGRI

Available for all your pit silage harvesting requirements for 2017 season, covering Co. Mayo and Co. Sligo. Extra Trailers available for long hauls Check out our youtube videos. Contact Pat on 0872439242

Michael O’ Connell Tractors Sales And Service Caraun, Claregalway, Co. Galway

SPECIALISING IN SPARE PARTS FOR ALL MAKES OF TRACTORS Large Stock Of All Makes Of Tractors For Sale Specialising In Deutz, Same,Lamborghini And Hurlimann Tractor Parts And Repair

Cavallo C503 Stainless Steel Spinner Fertilizer Spreader: • 8 cwt capacity • Suitable for fertilizer or salt spreading • 9 metres spreading width • Available in painted versions at lower Price inc. VAT this model €750.00 Painted versions: 5cwt model @ €475.00 6cwt model @ €515 • 8cwt model @ €550 Cavallo 890PXT: • 16 cwt capacity wagtail spreader c/w Stainless Steel Hopper inc. Hydraulic Control Price inc. VAT €2500.00 • 24 cwt capacity wagtail spreader c/w Stainless Steel Hopper inc. Hydraulic Control Price inc. VAT €2800.00

We are early risers, we are tax advisors, we are tillers, planters, bankers, makers, we are financial planners, we are we weather scanners, we are accountants, farmers, foresters & forcasters. We are ifac

Service And Repair To All Makes Of Tractors Carried Out. Collection And Delivery Service Available

Find out how our team can help your business to plan for the future. Call us on 071 916 7848 or visit www.ifac.ie

Contact Numbers: 086 252 9314 • 091 799 116

ACCOUNTANCY | PLANNING | ADVICE

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GET YOUR HOME WINTER READY 10 tips to save on your heating bill this winter

etting your attic and walls insulated can save you up to 30% on your heating bills, but not everyone can afford it. So we’ve come up with 10 simple, effective and cheap ways to save money on your bills. Here are a few tips that are free and it’s just a matter of being more energy conscious. 1. Adjust your thermostat By turning your thermostats down by just one degree, you can save up to 3% off your energy bill. 2. Use your central heating wisely Make sure your heating is switched off when you are out of the house. Also, most of us forget to turn the radiators off in rooms we don’t use. This can impact your energy bill. 3. Keep the radiators efficient We all know that ‘bleeding’ the radiators helps them run more efficiently by getting rid of the locked air. But who has the time to check? That’s why we love this ‘Deaerator’ gadget for only €10.99 - it automatically keeps the air out of the radiators, making sure they are as efficient (and warm) as possible. 4. Insulate your windows Plenty of heat is lost through the windows of your home so remember to draw the curtains at night. Also, insulate the drafts around windows and doors (top tip: you can find the drafts easily by holding a lit incense stick around the window to find out where the cold air is coming in). 5. Install a chimney balloon This simple gadget will keep the drafts out and the heat in your room. All you have to do is inflate it up the chimney and it keeps the heat in nicely (please note this is not suitable for gas fires). Cost: €31.99 6. Reflect the heat back from your radiators A radiator reflector works by sending the heat from the back of your radiator into the room, rather than against the wall, meaning you get the maximum impact from your heating system. Cost: €20.94 (you could just use this in your main living area) 7. Draft excluders Sometimes the old fashioned stuff is the best and we really like this draft excluder

from Amazon. It fits snugly around the door and it can be cut to shape. Cost: €6.99 8. Plastic coat your windows If you can’t afford double (or triple glazing) put plastic film on those windows (€6 covers three windows). This will curb drafts and keep windows from rattling.

ITS TIME TO INSULATE

9. Keep heating vents clear Vents blocked by rugs and furniture prevent heated air from circulating efficiently. 10. Use heaters wisely In just one hour, a good heater should have done enough to heat the room- turn it off when it has the job done.

GILROY GLASS

HAZELWOOD ROAD, SLIGO

• Manufacturers of double glazed units • Supplying Trade and retail • Complete glazing service • Stockists of all types of glass • Glass cut while you wait Replace your existing double glazed units with energy efficient units Tel: 071-9145400 Fax: 071-9140132 • Mobile: 087-2341 985

GRANTS AVAILABLE

• External Insulation • Sprayfoam Insulation (BASF) • Renovations • ‘A’ Rated Extensions • Attic Conversions • Building & Roofing • SEAI Registered

CALL KIERAN now for a free quote - 087-834-3755 homesinsulation@yahoo.ie • www.holmesinsulation.com

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GET YOUR HOME WINTER READY Tel: 096-22277 Fax (096) 22655 Jerome and Eugene Hughes for all your Home Heating Oil, Tractor Diesel, Kerosene, Road Diesel, Unleaded Petrol. Tanks and Lubrication products also in stock.

EXTERNAL • CAVITY WALL • SPRAY FOAM www.wmiinsulation.ie • info@wmiinsulation.ie

N5 Business Park, Castlebar, Co. Mayo • Tel: 094-9038681 / Walter 087-6297979

RIGHT PRICE FIREPLACES & STOVES Check out our new website for the latest oﬀers www.rightpricefireplacesandstoves.com €200 SCRAPPAGE SCHEME ON YOUR OLD FIREPLACE AGAINST THE COST OF A NEW FIREPLACE OR STOVE

OUR PRICES WILL NOT BE BEATEN! Eﬀrinagh Village, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim Tel: 071-9623345 / 086-6073181

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FREE CLASSIFIEDS HANDMADE BABY BLANKETS hats, scarfs, etc. also christening outfits. Contact: 089-4726501 UNIVERSAL MEN’S MOUNTAIN BIKE Seldon used, extras include bike helmet, waterproof lok plus two keys, lights. Sligo town area, must collect. bargain at €60. 087-4013617 FOR SALE RIDE ON LAWNMOWERCASTEL TWIN CUT 13,5/90 IN EXCELLENT CONDITION Price €800 ono. Tel: 087-0909755 SINGER SEWING MACHINE, nutribullet juicer, new in box, Siatsu massage chair, new in box, unwanted gift. 3- piece suite dutch red draylon three seater couch with 2 matching armchairs; large antique table and chairs, coffee tables, armchair, chest of drawers, lockers, beds, Lshaped bar seat , firescreen, small pine dining table phone/fax machine, mirrors, desks, all excellent condition tel: 0892146666 HEREFORD HEIFER Calves - suit bucket feeding or suckling, very good quality. Tel: 087-1653365

CLEANER AVAILABLE. EXPERIENCED. FLEXIBLE RATES. RELIABLE AND FAST. CALL KENSI ON 0838634032. MIDLANDS separated lady, early 60s, working, would like to get in touch with other ladies for nights out and chats, etc., friendship only. Ring or text 0871279479. FOE SALE 4 DOOR GREY TOYOTA STARLET 96 WIH NCT UNTIL THE END OF MARCH. Tax out End July. Serviced. New Tyres. Driving Well.Very clean inside and out lady owner 550 euro Or nearest offer. Tel: 089 241 9253 GARDEN PLOT FOR SALE IN BALLINA AREA, with Polytunnel and Shed. 100ft x 200ft. Call for More details. Marty: 0872995172 DRESSING TABLE WITH MIRROR 60E chest of drawers 40e Bed side locker 30e Standing mirror 20e 130e for set, all matching in good condition Tel: 0892419253

To place your free private classified, please email info@theexpress.ie or you can post it into us: Free Classifieds, Northwest Express, NW Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo

MAN AVAILABLE FOR GARDENING

MICHAEL KEAVNEY

Contact Padraic on 087-9873623

Remodels Extensions Maintenance

Call Tom: 0876786275 •C2 Reg • Insured • 30 years experience

Building Contractors

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

REBUILD, RELINE & REPAIR

Tarcmacadam & Tarspraying Specialists

ALL TYPES OF PLANT HIRE QUALITY GRAVEL STONE

ALL AT VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES!

Pavior Machine Hire Tipper Lorry Hire 8 and 6 Wheel

Turlough, Castlebar, Co. Mayo • 094-902-3853 / 086-250-3230

CCTV CAMERA INSPECTION AVAILABLE

CONTACT FRANK: 086-8175538

BRIAN FORKAN Carpentry & Construction “The first thing we build is trust” Builds / Extensions / Renovations Carpentry Services Grant Scheme Complete Insuance Re-instatement projects

Contact 087-7986588

Email: info@forconstruction.ie • www.forconstruction.ie

SILVER’s DOOR STORE LTD

• DOORS • FLOORS • KITCHENS • GENERAL HARDWARE

Rathedmond Road, Finisklin, Sligo 071-919 2011 • Buy online @ www.silvershardware.com

LG GLASS & GLAZING SHS SCAFFOLDING Over 20 years in business supplying throughout Sligo & North West

Covering Castlebar, Ballina, Swinford and Galway Border Areas Maintenance of Lawns, Trees & Hedges Chainsaw Work Cleaning of Roofs & Gutters

MEEHAN CHIMNEY REPAIRS

• Rapid Repair Service • Decorative Mirrors • Glass Shower Units • Coloured Glass • Internal Doors • Glass Stairs & Balustrade Westport Road, Castlebar • Tel: 094-9022000 • www.lg-glass.ie

PAINTER & DECORATOR AVAILABLE

Interior and Exterior, Wallpaper, Garden Maintenance & Hedge Cutting, House Maintenance Call Maris on 086-3974230 or 087-2305253

Scaffolding and Acrows available to Buy or Hire from our yard Supply and Erect Service Available Tube and Fitting Scaffolding also available with plastic planks for clean room environments Our Fully Trained & Certified Professional Teams specialise in providing tailored scaffolding hire solutions, using the right equipment in the right place at the right time.

Phone: 086-8039502 Email: johngriffinshs@gmail.com www.scaffoldinghiresligo.ie

Joe Mongan

Building Contractors Ltd

ALL GENERAL BUILDING WORKS Aluminium Soffit & Fascia Covering Mayo & West Sligo

Tel 096-45423 or 087-2858333

• New Houses • Extensions • Renovations • Groundworks and Civils Engineering • Full Property Maintenance

Frenchill, Castlebar, Co. Mayo Email: jmbc600@gmail.com Tel: 094-9032367 • Mob: 087-2601674

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Aluminium & PVC Repairs

To windows, doors and patio doors

Offering a vast range of carpentry and building services from installation, design and structural elements with over 15 years experience.

Unit 10B Old Dublin Road Business Park 071-9304960

• FIRST AND SECOND FIX • • RENOVATIONS • ROOFING • EXTENSIONS Call 086-3697929 • Website: www.durcancarpentry.com

Expert patio door repairs!

• Rollers • Tracks • Hinges • Door Realignment • Locks • Multilocking systems etc Over 20 years experience servicing Irish windows and doors. Fully insured GLASS PARTS ETC REPLACED Brendan Gormley: 071-9183860 / 087-2562669

avins

Undertakers & Memorials

KNOX STREET, BALLYHAUNIS, CO. MAYO ROOFING SPECIALIST SERVING ROSCOMMON, GALWAY, MAYO, SLIGO, LEITRIM

Provides 24 Hour Full Funeral Service Handled in a Professional Manner With Attention to Detail at all Times

Roofing Services We provide an extensive range of services including all types of roof repairs on flat roofs, pitch roofs, garage roofs, outhouses, sheds and conservatory roofs.

Fascia, Soffits & Guttering

For further details about our Funeral & Memorial Services www.gavinsfuneralhome.com Telephone: 094-9633448 Mobile 087-6324586 (Martin) • 086-3960943 (Martina) Email: gavinsfuneralhome@yahoo.ie

WHEELIE BIN SERVICE & SKIP HIRE (All Sizes)

096-32500

For a professional service in planning applications for: Private houses, extensions (any size), small scale commercial, also cottage renovations etc. Timber frame and low energy dwellings a special interest. Contact Martin McGloin Bunduff, Cliffoney, Co. Sligo casarcser@hotmail.com

Tel/Fax: 071-9166277 • Mob: 087-2817620 APPLICATIONS FOR ALL AGRICULTURAL SHEDS CARRIED OUT

• Traditional Tin Smiths • Copper • Aluminium • Zinc • Stainless Steel • Lead • Titanium • Natural Slate • Ornamentation

Your fascias, soffits, cladding, barge-boarding and guttering are not just aesthetic additions to your home they also operate a vital function for the outside of your house.

Chimney Repairs & Rebuilds With every home that has a chimney, it’s important to ensure that it is structurally safe and also safe to use for its intended purpose.

Roscommon Office: 0949013002 • Galway Office: 091 398115 Mobile: 087-7785462 • www.coffeyhomeimprovements.ie

Manufacturers of Commercial & Industrial Roller Shutters and Doors

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Domestic & Commercial Roofing • 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

• Domestic Garage Doors • PVC Coated Roller Garage Doors • Insulated Sectional Garage Doors • Fire Doors • Manual or Remote Automatic Gate Systems and Barriers Telephone: 090-6627907 Mob: 087-2725297 • doortec2@hotmail.com

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TERRYS STOVES www.terrysstoves.com

North West Windows Prop. Kevin Burns - Belcoo, Co. Fermanagh Email: kburns@btinernet.com

Suppliers & Installers of uPVC Windows & Doors Wide range of colours Tel: 087-2443903 After 6pm Tel: 048-66386525

TT’S QUARR BARRE Quality Stone Y LTD Products & Plant Hire

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

• Free Survey available • Solid Fuel Stoves • Gas Fires

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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.

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Phone: 0872066910 or 0719197925

MULTIPURPOSE Michael GARDEN SHEDS Langan Pipe & Petroleum Installations & GARAGES Ardagh, Ballina, Co. Mayo Mobile: 086-2647271 • Tel: 096-70528

info@pipeandpump.ie • www.pipeandpump.ie We are a family run quarrying & plant hire business, offering quality products and services to customers for more than 50 years. Our Quarrying Products Include: • All types of crushed stone • Chippings suitable for driveways, garden beds, sizes to suit individual requirements. Building Stone • Sand and Gravel • Readymix Services. We have an extensive range of fleet for hire including tippers, artic tippers, Flatbeds and low loaders

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.

We are National and International Hauliers • Phone: 097-83890 • Mobile: 087-2226243 • Fax: 097-83890 email: barrettsquarry@gmail.com • Bangor Erris, Co. Mayo

Contact: Ray Lynch Corlis, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Phone: 086-8943034 or 094-9621938 • AGENTS REQUIRED

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DG Windows & Doors Josko Partner

• WINDOWS • FRAMELESS, FULL HEIGHT ALL-GLASS SYSTEMS • LIFT-AND-SLIDE DOORS • FRONT & INTERIOR DOORS • SUN SHADING + NATURAL WOOD FLOORS Visit our new showroom Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm Sat By Appointment Sli MacNean, Blacklion, Co. Cavan Tel: 071-9853753 • Mob: 086-3896500 Email: dgwindows@btinternet.com www.josko.com

MJ Healy FENCING & AGRI SERVICES LTD Fencing Specialising in: • Agricultural Fencing • Residential Fencing (Electric) • Palisade / Welded Mesh All AEOS and Sheep Grant Approved Hedgecutting First class hedgecutting service available with Flail hedgecutter for contract hedgecutting, roadways and field hedges.

No Job too big or small • Free Quotation Tel: 086-6010889 • Email: michaelhealyg14@yahoo.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

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• PIZZA • BURGERS • FISH & CHIPS • KEBABS MAIN ST, COLLOONEY, CO. SLIGO TEL: 071-9118010

Delivery Service available

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