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We have lots to read this month, we meet Maeve McGrath actor.

Maeve is well known as Lorraine Molloy in Fair City, she has also starred in Brooklyn and many more productions, but this month she speaks to us about her love of film and her new role with the Kerry Film Festival which takes place this month. We have two new members to the team this month, well known Stylist Orla Diffily will be bringing us the latest trends in Fashion from all over the county and journalist Marisa Reidy will also be bringing us opinions from people on the street as well as her own views on the latest headlines around the country. We also catch up with local club in Tralee John Mitchel’s who are producing the very popular Strictly Come Dancing. Connect are delighted to have Mags Savage Bell representing us on the night but in the interest of fairness we would like to introduce you to all the contestants, so check them out and make sure to go along and support your chosen dancer on the night. As with all clubs around the county they do great work so well worth the support.

Our Connect with your Health Feature will bring you tips and advice from the experts on getting yourself healthy, we all strive for that new lifestyle and while we want to be healthy we often need a few guidelines so here there are.. Don’t forget October is breast cancer month and we have some advice from Recovery Haven on being breast aware. Don’t forget to check out part one of our Christmas party guide! We have two fantastic giveaways so pop us an email and you could be looking gorgeous. Congrats to our competition winners from last month - Sandra Burke, winner of the hair care hamper and Julie Fealy, Peter Murphy and Susan Whelan, winners of the tickets to Listowel races

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This month we are delighted to catch up with Maeve McGrath, you would probably recognize Maeve from her role of Lorraine Molloy in Fair city, and most recently she starred in Brooklyn but Maeve is here today to tell us about her new role with Kerry Film Festival which happens later this month.

Hi Maeve, congrats on your new role with Kerry film festival, a lot of our readers would recognize you from Fair City as well as other great productions; can you tell us a little bit about yourself and how you got the acting bug?

Delighted to join the team here in Kerry. This was a festival that I have always admired so it is wonderful to be a cog in the wheel now! I was always on stage since I was very small. My dad was a theatre producer in the amateur theatre circuit and my Mum did the lighting so we were in theatre venues from a young age. It was actually in Siamsa Tíre when I came to see a show that I decided that I was going to be an actress. My parents didn’t blink an eye when I announced my new career path, at eleven years old, and so the seed was sown! I went to Trinity to study acting and I have spent the last 20 years on a stage or in front of a camera. Even though I wear different hats now, as producer and Artistic Director here at Kerry Film festival, I still love when an acting job comes in.

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You are heading up the Kerry Film Festival this year; can you give us some insights as to what we can expect over the weekend of events?

Kerry Film Festival is now in its 17th year and is going from strength to strength. This year we have an exciting programme of short films, two world premieres of Kerry films, three Irish film premieres and the start of our 1916 film commemoration.

Kerry Film Festival is well known in national and international film communities and that is always seen in the submissions that come through. This year the Kerry made short films are very strong and I am delighted that we will open the festival with MAKING IT, a new Kerry feature film and the festival will close with another Kerry made feature film, shot in Killarney, BRACKENMORE. We have connected with the IFI to have an education screening of Oscar nominated film, MUSTANG and this film will appeal to the schools. We will have a screening of the Irish Film board shorts, AFTER 16 and we are delighted to screen Mise Éire during the festival along with a programme of 1916 influenced shorts. We are also introducing an industry event called SHORT FILM MARKET, which will have panel discussions, masterclasses and Q& A sessions. So, something for everyone this year at the festival.

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Have you any advice for people out there thinking of testing out the world of film and acting?

Go to the theatre, watch a lot of film. You don’t always have to be on stage to be learning. My greatest lessons have been from watching someone else. And read.

READ. Read O’Casey and Synge. This is my mantra. Find your favorite playwrights and read all their work. I love Conor McPherson’s writing and Enda Walsh. Read actor biographies. Decide if this is a place you want to go. You will be poor if you take acting on as a career but it is very rewarding. I would do it all again in a heartbeat and look forward to my next chapter!

What’s next for Maeve?

Well, the festival is kicking off in mid-October so that will keep me busy and after the festival we start to look ahead to 2017. I am looking forward to some time off in December for Christmas. I like to have my family around me at Christmas and chill out with my son and our rescue dog, Milo.

What do you do to relax?

Anyone who knows me would probably tell you that I am always on the move! But I do like to chill out when I can!

I love live music and can be found in Dolans in Limerick or Whelan’s in Dublin at a gig. I love to walk the dog in the mountains and I have a few favorite spots like the back beach in Castle Gregory.

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‘Strictly Come Dancing’ supporting the John Mitchel’s football Club takes place on October 30th at the wonderful surroundings of Ballygarry House Hotel. Twelve couples have been selected and are currently in training for this momentous event under the experienced eye of Ms Laura Flaherty, Choreographer. The winning couple will be donating their prize money to a charity of their choice.

We also spoke to John Fitzgerald, dancer and vice chairman and asked him for his thoughts on the event.

‘We at the John Mitchel’s football club are hosting Strictly Come Dancing primarily as a fund raiser for our juvenile grades. It goes towards the development of the children’s football skills and personal development It has the added benefit which all officers are conscious of....as a social outlet ..for all of the club to galvanise meet and have fun taking part in “club event “ this helps enhance working relationships within the club’.

The club would like to thank all who are participating and raising funds through sponsors and supporters, they would also like to extend a huge thanks to the team behind the scenes Laura Flaherty Choreographer, Tara O’Halloran ETB Training Centre beauty therapy, the judges who have taken time from their busy schedules to preside over proceedings and of course the Dapper Brian Hurley of IRISH TV who will MC the event. (We will see Brian dance at one of these eventually…) Here are the participating couples telling us about themselves...

Graham Higgins, dancing with Clodagh o Sullivan

Graham works as an Electrician with Michael O’ Connell Electrical. His charity is Brain Tumour Ireland and his sponsor is Brendan Dillane Weather master. Graham was born and lives in Tralee, and is delighted to take part in Strictly Come Dancing and is honoured to do it for his club John Mitchel’s GAA. Grahams dancing partner for the night is Clodagh O’Sullivan. Since Graham could walk he has been playing football. Graham loves to keep fit and is always on the go between football training, football matches, soccer, the gym and now dancing a couple of nights a week. Graham has many friends and is one that you could always go to.

Graham loves his job and enjoys working and spending time with his family and friends. Clodagh lives in Tralee and following her studies in UCC achieved a Bachelor of Honours degree in Social Science in 2013.

Clodagh’s love of dance has been with her as long as she remembers. She is no stranger to the dance floor ‘busting a few moves’ especially on a night out. Clodagh is a member of the Kilflynn Enchanted Fairy team where she works with the fairies, she has always been involved in different events and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Her charity is Brain Tumour Ireland and her sponsor is Kingdom Bingo.

Ena O’Shea, Liz McMahon, dancing with George Lowe dancing with Liz is married to Shane, and has 3 children. My main interest is in Johnny O’Shea sport which includes basketball which I still play, and my chosen Married 54 years blessed with 4 wonderful Daughters and now 4 Granddaughters and 4 Grandsons.

Our favourite past time is dancing and walking. My love of dancing started at age of 5. Ten little girls from Presentation School were asked to dance the Minuet at opening of CYMS hall in Denny Street.

I was lucky to be one of those children so started my love of dancing from then on. Johnny didn’t start dancing until we met in CYMS. The first year we had to go to the four corners of hall for Johnny to turn but eventually he mastered the knack of dancing. Dancing has been our source of Enjoyment, Socializing and Exercising providing us with 54 years of Health and Happiness. Every year we go to the Canaries, where we have made many friends with shared interest from all over the world... Our Grandson John Horgan is a John Mitchel’s footballer and Johnny is a John Mitchel’s man. Our main sponsor is Fairies Cross Medical Centre for us both. Hope we will do them justice. Our chosen charities are Recovery Haven and Enable Ireland.

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charity is Enable Ireland Tralee which is a charity that’s close to our family. My sponsor is Total Produce. The reason I’m doing strictly for John Mitchel’s is to give back a little something my boys absolutely love playing for Mitchel’s and are so well taken care of at the club. George Lowe is married to Gail. My main interests are sport and drama I’ve done numerous plays with Zyber theatre in Tralee. I am involved in the John Mitchel’s club as a registrar and joined strictly to learn to dance and challenge myself a bit on something new...Now that I’m in it I want to win it

Margaret Savage Bell, dancing with David Leahy

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Mags Savage Bell wife to the very lucky Graeme and proud mom to Jason and Rachel .I love walking, socializing, traveling and of course dancing. Being from Strand Road I’m a true Nairie so the Mitchell’s are blessed to have me and it’s an Honor to have being asked to take part in this wonderful experience .It’s tough to say the least but it’s so much fun ,it’s not all about the dancing but the friends we made along the way tori matched with David Leahy and a good match it is ,we may not see eye to eye when it comes to football but I promise there won’t be murder on the dance floor. My main sponsor is connect Kerry Magazine. I have chosen 2 charities that are very close to my heart 1st Kerry Hospice Foundation and 2nd ABI (Acquired Brain Injury Ireland). David Leahy is married to Aileen.

We have two kids Gearoid & Clodagh. My main interests are GAA, soccer and I do enjoy going for a couple of pints with my friends. I would like to thank my main sponsors who are Houlihan Bricklaying & RON Construction. My chosen charity is The Kerry Alzheimer Association

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Clair McEvoy, dancing with John Fitzgerald

Clair is delighted to be competing for the very first John Mitchel’s GAA strictly come dancing in October and is presently enjoying the rehearsals especially as it is her daughter Laura who is the choreographer and no she is not getting any extra tuition behind the scenes!!!! Clair is a native of Tralee and has three children, a member of Tralee Musical Society, Clair’s main sponsor is Nisus Fitness and her chosen charity is The Look Good Feel Better programme, supporting women with cancer which Clair has set up in University Hospital Kerry in April of this year. Clair’s dance partner is John Fitzgerald who is also her best pal. John Fitzgerald is delighted to be competing. As a Vice-Chairman of the John Mitchel’s Club he would like to thank his sponsor The Lagan Group and his chosen charity for the event is Motor Neuron Ireland. He is dancing with Clair McEvoy (former Strictly Come Dancing Champion in 2013) and he feels that this will put them on a very good footing!!!

Boom!!! Boom!!! It has been a pleasure to dance with Clair and a wonderful experience. The craic with the rest of the contestants has been fantastic and he wishes everyone the best on the night - Na Misteallaigh Abu

Stephen Reidy, dancing with Claire o Sullivan

Stephen Reidy is 20 years old and a former under age player for John Mitchels for 8 years. Stephen switched to vountering for the club as a mentor and spent 3 years training and mentoring u6 and U16 Boys teams in club. Stephen says dancing so far has been fun and hard work, he is having a ball of a time practising with his boss Claire. His sponsor is Sean O’Donell, the manager of the u16 team. “We agreed when I agreed to do strictly that he would sponsor so that was handy, a great man to be honest”. My chosen charity is HUGS - home for unwanted greyhounds who do massive work locally in rehoming greyhounds on a tight budget truly a magnificent bunch.

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Mary Fitzgerald, dancing with Frank o Donnell

I live in Tralee with my husband John and our two daughters Ciara and Laura. I work in nurse management in University Hospital Kerry and am getting a lot of good natured ribbing from my work colleagues. I have become known as “Mary Flatly”, so no pressure! I have no previous dancing experience so am hoping the crowd will go easy on us. Rehearsals are going well; I am looking forward to the night but a little apprehensive also. My chosen charity is the Oncology Unit, University Hospital Kerry and would love to be able to make a donation to such a worthy cause. I would like to thank DJ Fitzgerald garage for sponsoring me.

Frank O Donnell married to Liz Curtin originally a rockie but now converted. We have one boy Frank Jnr. I work as an ESB Technician and my hobbies include all types of GAA, greyhound racing, sailing, archery - all sports really and socialising, hard to beat a few pints and the crack after GAA games or a winner in the track. Dislikes - Irish weather and traffic in Tralee, especially mornings. My main sponsor is John O Halloran Painting ltd & The Sportsfield. Chosen charity Oncology Dept University Hospital Kerry.

Adrian O’Mahony dancing with Andrea Dolan

Although Andrea has been asked a few times to do strictly! This is her first time braving the dance floor!! She is a mother to five children and is getting great support from family and friends, also the other dancers who are very encouraging. Moving to Tralee from Belfast at the age of 5 the kingdom is now home. Andrea lives in shanakill and works in the burger shack! Her main sponsor is Kerry broadband which is owned and run by her brother in law Paul Dolan. Her chosen charity is the palliative care unit in university Kerry hospital where her mom is a patient.

Adrian O’Mahony - I have 3 children, 2 boys and a girl; I’m from a big family myself with 5 brothers and 3 sisters, from Hawley Park.

I teach ITF Taekwondo-Do to people from 3 years old and upwards, my eldest student is 52. I’m a Taekwondo-Do Master with over 30 years in Taekwondo-Do; I keep fit by training in TKD and Hot Yoga. Main sponsor is Kingdom Taekwondo-Do, my school, and Bród (Healthcare Management & Consultancy). Chosen charity is Palliative Care.

Aaron McLarnon, dancing with Lyndsey Moriarty

Aaron Mclarnon is 25 years of age and has been a part of the John Mitchel’s club since age 8, he is delighted to be representing his club in its first ever Strictly Come Dancing.

I am no stranger to stage as I have been a part of the Tralee Musical Society for many years but although I have been on stage many times dancing wouldn’t be my strong suit! I am looking forward to the challenge alongside my partner Lyndsey.

I also want to thank my sponsors and friends and families for support and wish all competitors best of luck!

Denis Mannix, dancing with Mary Higgins

Denis is the club chairman had a long distinguished career in the Kerryman newspaper now retired. He is dancing with Mary Higgins they are doing the Charleston. Denis is dancing for Kerry Hospice and his sponsor is McHale’s of Causeway.

Miriam Moriarty Owens, dancing with Paul Bardon

I just love to dance or anything involving creativity. For as long as I can remember I always wanted to do something which involved performing or make-up hair. I love to write and have one book completed. I am engaged to Eddie who is the love of my life. I have three fantastic sons Brendan Pearce and Declan who are my life. My main sponsor is A.B.C cleaning services .I is extremely grateful to all the people who have sponsored me. My chosen charity is the Autism Society of Ireland.

Paul Bardon has been living in Tralee for 20 yrs. originally from Rostrevor in Co Down. Married to Norma and have two sons and is a secondary school teacher in St. Brendan’s college in Killarney where he teaches Gaeilge.’ I have been involved in the club for over ten years. I was privileged to be part of the winning Mitchel’s All Ireland u14 Féile team in 2014. My main sponsor is Peevers Slye Cotter Accountants in town. My charity is Kerry Hospice I like to swim and read to relax’.

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Qigong Tai Chi

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Pauline Russell tells us a little bit about the concept of this practice.

Because the mind and body influence each other, its impossible to have a truly healthy body without a healthy mind and visa versa. That is why Qigong and Tai Chi are at the top of my list not just for healing but maintaining a well balanced and healthy way of life.

Qi or chi means energy or life force, gong means work or benefits acquired through perseverance and practice. Health implies that the qi in our bodies is clear rather than polluted and turbid and flowing smoothly, like a stream not blocked or stagnant. Qigong and Tai Chi are a series of movements when coordinated with the breath and a focused mind , builds, clears and balances our qi or life force, yielding many benefits such as calming the emotions thus helping to quite the mind leading the body to a state where balance can be restored and natural healing can take place.

These practices are for people of all ages and abilities, they can be practiced standing, seated or lying down. They are soft, gentle and flowing but build great physical and mental strength. Some of the benefits of a regular practice are, a strong immune system, decreased stress, anxiety and depression, improved mood, improved aerobic capacity, increased energy and stamina, improved flexibility, balance and agility. It enhances quality of sleep, lowers blood pressure and improves overall well being.

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“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit” Aristotle When we decide to work towards a goal, be it weight loss, learning a new skill or improving our overall lifestyle, breaking negative habits can be a daunting process. So many people fail or regress back to old ways after a short period of time, but many others are successful in their efforts. So how do we make success a habit?

Our lives are governed by a series of habits. Many of us get up at the same time each morning, eat the same breakfast, take the same route to work each morning and follow the same daily routine five out of the seven days in our week.

This ritual has been formed due to weeks and months of doing the same thing each day; the habit has been formed.

But what if the habit that we have is a negative one? And what steps can we take to work towards breaking a bad habit and forming a new, more positive one?

Breaking bad habits can be one of the most difficult things to do, whether it is biting your nails or reaching for the biscuit tin for that late night cuppa before bed, but bad habits can be broken with a little work. When we decide to make the break the following tips can be helpful: The ‘Why’: If we begin to understand why we repeatedly participate in a negative behaviour or habit then we are more likely to be able to break the cycle. Thinking about when and why we reach for that chocolate bar may help us identify the reason we feel the need to include it in our diet and can also help us to find a healthier alternative behaviour to replace it with.

Go for your Goals: When we are undertaking to improve our lives and remove bad habits we need to have a reason why we want to do it, we need to have a strong end goal.

Every time you feel that you want to break back into the old habits look to your goals and how much you actually want to achieve them and use this as the motivation to keep going.

Find an Alternative: When changing a behaviour that has been formed over a long period time, it is important that you have an alternative ‘go to’ activity to keep you occupied and on the straight and narrow. For example, if you decide to cut out the late night cup of tea but your body is used to having a warm drink late at night, it can be difficult to go ‘cold turkey’. Replacing the cup of tea with a cup of hot water and lemon will allow you the warm drink at night without the caffeine and the benefits of the added vitamin C from the lemon.

Take a Break: No-one is perfect. We all have days where we fall off the wagon and that’s OK as long as we get back on again! Don’t beat yourself up if you slip up; stay positive, review your end goal and get back on the wagon.

Self Talk: Tell yourself that you can do it! Trying to make positive change in our lives can be difficult so it is important to tell ourselves that we can do it. Stay positive and celebrate the small victories over your cravings.

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After the summer break, families have returned to the school and work routine.

Many are planning their healthy lifestyles for the months ahead as they start get fit classes or cookery classes. Your diet is an important part of a balanced healthy lifestyle. Remember that healthy foods and drinks may contain natural sugars. Fruits that contain acids, e.g. oranges, can be more erosive to tooth enamel when they are broken down in a smoothie. Mineral gels and fluoride toothpastes have an important part to play here in the protection of enamel from acid erosion. While people set goals for their general medical health, we should also remember our dental health. Every autumn the Irish Dental Association promote Mouth Cancer Awareness amongst the public. Many lives have been saved by this campaign in the last five years. Everyone should examine their mouth once a week. All you need is a mirror and good lighting. If you see any new lumps or nodules, ulcers, sores, patches with colour changes (that do not heal), you should get advice from your dentist. Examine your palate, tongue and floor of mouth. Remember, you might not have any pain or discomfort, so it is best to check the mouth regularly. Beir Bua agus Beannacht!

Dr. Marcas Mac Domhnaill 11 Denny St, Tralee, Co. Kerry | (066) 712 1457

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Last month, I looked at co-operative relationships versus competitive relationships. This month, I want to talk about expectations. Most of us go into relationships with a set of expectations. Sometimes, we are not even conscious of what those expectations are. For instance, we may fully expect that we will never be lonely again. We make assumptions that we will have children together and share the task of bringing them up. We presume that if we are married, we will spend all our spare time together. This can seem so obvious that we don’t even see the need to talk about it.

However, some of the most serious problems in relationships come from failed or unmet expectations. Our expectations of relationships are formed by our experiences, mostly of our parents’ relationship. If you grew up in a family where everybody expressed their feelings, it can be very frustrating to be with somebody who doesn’t do that. If you grew up in a family where the woman did all of the housework, it might be difficult for you to find that you are now expected to pull your weight around the house. The key, as with so many things, is to talk about it beforehand. There are several categories in which we need to look at our expectations and those of our partners – money, children, sex, emotions, time, social – and really understand what we’re getting into. Is your money shared or does it remain the property of the person who earned it? How many children will you have, if any, and how will they be raised? Will you have sex every day? Every week? Any time, any place? Do the flowers and romance end? Look closely at what you expect from a relationship. It will help you to avoid a lot of problems.

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Nutrition and Reproductive Health never ignore the basics

By Liadh Fitzgerald If researching terms such as “healthy pregnancy”, “fertility” or “IVF and Nutrition” you may have come across the ‘Fertility Diet’. This refers to a diet that selects certain foods that are rich in specific nutrients said to enhance reproductive function.

This is a superb starting point for some couples, however for most of us there’s usually a bit more going on within our bodies that requires a more targeted fertility plan.

Significant advances have occurred in the diagnosis and treatment of reproductive disorders over the past number of years but unfortunately one treatment a lot of women and couples omit is that of nutrition. Nutrition is more than the meat and two veg on your plate. Indeed the biological processes of the reproductive system are dependent on your nutritional status. That meat and two veg you’ve eaten metabolise into chemicals that influence the health of the female egg and sperm, fertilisation, the lining of the womb and implantation. A nutritionally dense diet will positively affect these factors whereas a nutritionally depleted one won’t. As it takes approximately 90 days to mature the sperm and egg advice is to seek nutritional intervention sooner rather than later – and ensure that intervention is targeted towards your needs.

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October is a busy month in Recovery Haven Men’s Prostrate Programme

This Autumn we see the return of our very successful Men’s Prostate Programme. This is a 6 week course and is aimed at men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer in the past two years.

This programme will commence Tuesday 4th October 7-9pm.

Living Life Programme Recovery Haven will also be running an 8 week programme called ‘Living Life’. This is aimed to provide information and support to those living with a secondary cancer diagnosis. It is an opportunity to meet others dealing with secondary cancer daignosis. This will take place on alternate Wednesdays commencing Wednesday October 5th, 7-9pm.

Be Breast Aware October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. At every turn we will be seeing pink ribbons and hearing about breast awareness. We must all play our part in being breast aware.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in Ireland, after skin cancer.

Better treatments mean that more and more people are now living long and full lives after breast cancer. However, the number of cases is rising.

• Every year, around 2,600 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and 660 women die from the disease • 1 in 10 women in Ireland will get breast cancer at some stage in their lives •It is most common in women over the age of 50, but you can get it at a younger age • Men can also get breast cancer but it is very rare

Pilates October also sees the return of our pilates classes on Tuesdays (commencing October 4th) with an intermediary class at 10.15am and beginners at 11.15am.

Our Mindfulness class for those dealing with cancer will recommence on Thursday October 13th at 10.30am Finally Cancer Week Ireland is taking place between Monday 17 October and Sunday 23 October. This national initiative hopes to raise awareness of cancer and advances in care and treatment. To play our part in this initiative Recovery Haven will be hosting a free talk in The Oaks Hotel on Wednesday 19th October at 7.30pm. We will shine a light on cancer, how to prevent it, spot it and treat it. Speakers on the night include Dr. Deirdre O’ Mahony Consultant Medical Oncologist CUH & UHK, Dr Eamon Shanahan General Practitioner and Mr. Eddie Myers ANP Gastroenterology UHK.

For further information please contact Siobhán at Recovery Haven at 066-7192122

What are the signs and symptoms of breast cancer?

• A change in size or shape such as one breast becoming larger than the other • A change in the skin such as puckering or dimpling (like orange peel) or redness • A change in the direction or shape of your nipple, especially if it sinks into your breast or becomes irregular in shape • An unusual discharge (liquid) from one or both of your nipples • A change on or around the nipple such as a rash or flaky or crusted skin • Swelling in your armpit or around your collarbone • A lump or thickening in your breast • Constant pain in one part of your breast or armpit 18

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www.recoveryhavenkerry.com It is important that every woman is breast aware. This means knowing what is normal for you so that if any unusual change occurs, you will recognise it.

The sooner you notice a change the better, because if cancer is found early, treatment is more likely to be successful. Get into the habit of looking at and feeling your breasts from time to time. This will help you to notice any change if it occurs.Please attend your GP if you are notice any changes.

(Reference Irish Cancer Society)

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As we quickly approach the winter months it is important that we ensure we are protected from the flu virus. Being vaccinated against the influenza virus is likely to provide effective protection against this year’s strain of the winter flu. The vaccine consists of the inactivated seasonal flu viruses expected to affect Ireland over the coming winter and offers up to 80% protection against infection.

The service is available from the end of September. After vaccination it takes 10 - 21 days to be protected against flu.

This vaccination is especially important for those in the community who are at an elevated risk of infection e.g. the elderly, healthcare workers, expectant mothers or for anyone with a chronic illness. This vaccination service is available in Sam McCauley Chemists Tralee, free of charge for all patients over 65 who hold a medical card or doctor visit card. Furthermore the vast majority of medical card holders over 18 years of age are also entitled to receive the winter flu vaccine and consultation free of charge. The service is also available for all private patients over 18 years of age without a prescription. If you would like further information with regards to the vaccination, please feel free to contact me in Sam McCauley Chemists Tralee. To make an appointment for a vaccination please call 066 7161250.

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Muscle Therapy is Winner excited to announce that Alexandra has been selected to participate in the World Championship in Massage.

Alexandra is the first person from Ireland to be entered into the competition.

The aim is to develop and promote the various massage techniques which are practiced by experienced Massage Therapists worldwide.

The competition will be held June 2017 in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Alexandra will be performing Fertility Massage.

The massage is a deep; yet gentle, non-invasive therapy that works by bringing the organs within the abdominal area back into alignment, releasing pressure and strengthening the surrounding muscles and ligaments.

This in turn will improve blood, nerve and lymph flow. Toxins are flushed and nutrients that help to tone tissue and balance hormones, are restored to normal order. The massage also focuses on breaking down scar tissue, helping to loosen harden debris encouraging a natural movement and clearing both physical and emotional congestion.

At the World Championship, focus is on examination, techniques, ergonomics and overall performance in each category – judged by specialists. Wishing Alexandra all the best!

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Tips for Healthy snacking!

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Snacking is a problem for a lot of us; I can be tempted by a pack of Taytos late at night after finishing the classes at the cookery school, but in the last few months I have managed to avoid this by having some healthy snacks in the fridge that are tasty and healthy. The problem with sugary snacks is the sugar rush kicks in and then a short time later you get that mid-morning or afternoon slump.

Below is my list of smart snacks that will keep you going between meal times and that are packed full of flavour and a lot healthier than the bag of crisps or chocolate bar.

Smoothies

With avocado and date, or banana and papaya. Use soft fruits and blend some flax seed into the smoothie for added brain power

Dried fruits

Full of easy energy and sugar for those afternoon slumps

Crisp sticks of carrot, celery and cucumber

Nuts

Almonds Walnuts and Brazil Nuts too along with other raw nuts.

Good quality dark chocolate, Rice Cakes

Hummus on Rice Cakes

With tahini and chopped banana or Coconut Butter topped with goji berries

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Growing pains can be a very difficult experience for both parents and children. It is estimated that up to 40% of children experience growing pains which can be excruciating and incapacitating. A little like teething, growing pains are often seen as inevitable and something that must simply be endured.

Causes

Growing pains are most commonly attributed to periods of sudden growth, where the long bones in particular stretch at a great length in a short amount of time. It is not however, in the bones that the pains originate but in the soft tissues. The reason being is as the bones grow longer and quickly the muscles, tendons and ligaments are stretched at a painful rate. For this reason pain is almost always experienced in both legs and usually in the thighs and calves. Another theory is that pains may be caused by all the running, jumping and training that many children participate in multiple sports at the same time which may explain why pains are most often experienced later in the day or during the night but, better in the morning.

Physiotherapy

if you answer YES to any of these questions then you should have your hearing tested; is the tV turned up louder than normal?

Are you finding it difficult to hear in group situations?

Assessment by a Chartered Physiotherapist will assist establishing the root cause of the problem and identify effective strategies to assist alleviating symptoms.

Manual therapy can assist problematic muscles and make it easier to stretch them out. As every child has different physical abilities and limitations the Chartered Physiotherapist will determine which muscles are most problematic and which stretches will be most effective at reducing pain. General exercises could exercise the wrong muscles or exercise them in the incorrect way which would not only be a waste of time but, could make them worse.

Do you suffer from tinnitUS?

Growing pains typically occur periodically over several months but, can last for over a year. They can be quite frequent with some children experiencing pain almost every night so identifying the root cause and following the correct programme can save parents and children from long drawn out period of pain, not only ensuring your children are comfortable but also, that they stay active, happy and you all get a good nights sleep.

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Lots happening across the Kingdom in the coming month to keep you entertained!

Gourmet Evening at Kilcooly`s Country House Hotel Kilcooly`s Country House Hotel have once more a reason to celebrate, having recently been selected by Ireland Restaurants as a recipient of their Best Chef Best Bar Award 2016 . A best food and best customer service Awards. Kilcooly`s continues to use the finest and freshest of ingredients, fashioning them, sometimes, into the simplest of dishes, Seafood Chowder, Prawn & Lobster Salad and slow braised Daube of Beef to name just a few.

Occasionally it`s ok to eschew simplicity. It`s fun to let the creative juices flow and Saturday, October 22nd next is one such occasion. To celebrate this Ireland Restaurants Award, Kilcoolys will host their very popular Gourmet Evening. Our team of chefs will create a variety of imaginative dishes, show casing all of their individual talents. A sommelier will carefully select the wines to accompany each dish. Tickets will cost €75 and are strictly limited.

Advance booking is essential.

Dingle Folk Fest This October sees the launch of a brand new music festival in Dingle.

The festival runs from 14th - 16th of October and kicks off on the Friday night with ‘Breaking Trad’ - featuring accordion virtuoso Donal Murphy, Donegal fiddler Theresa Kavanagh and the electric Mike Galvin on guitar and vocals. Damien Dempsey tops the bill on the Saturday night with support from Dingle’s very own Pauline Scanlon and the weekend rounds off nicely with Seamus Begley and Steve Cooney playing us out on the Sunday night.

Session trails will take place over the weekend with a late-night festival club keeping the music going long into the night, for more information check out www.dinglefolkfest.ie

Women and Writing, Responses to the Rising

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Rose Hotel, Tralee.

Saturday Oct. 8th 1.30pm Special guests include

Felicity Hayes-McCoy, Author & Keynote Speaker Rita Ann Higgins, Poet & Playwright Catherine Corless, Local Historian Caitriona O' Sullivan, Singer/Songwriter Open forum and discussions

All are welcome

Free admission (Refreshments served) .

We acknowledge the support of the local Diaspora Engagement Fund and the Department of The Taoiseach.

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The Kerry Women’s Writers’ Network presents ‘Fearless and Imaginative’. Special guests include Felicity Hayes McCoy, author of ‘A Woven Silence’ and Rita Ann Higgins, poet and playwright.

All are welcome.

Admission is free.

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Patrick - The 1916 Story of Captain Patrick O’Connor returns for one night only to the INEC Written and directed by Aidan O’Connor, this moving drama features a host of local, hugely talented actors, singers and musicians.

It recalls the final months of Patrick O’Connor’s life; an Irish Volunteer from Rathmore who fought and died in the Easter Rising, 1916.

Having buried his father and brother the week before he joined Patrick Pearse and his comrades to fight inside the GPO, Patrick is a story of patriotism, love and loss that is brought to life by moving and powerful scenes and renditions of classic Irish songs such as ‘Mo Ghile Mear’, ‘Roisin Dubh’ and ‘Grace’. October 27th, at the INEC. Tickets €15.

Doors 7pm, show 8pm.

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How can a weight-loss show possibly be a bad thing?

By Marisa Reidy

I READ with interest the other week how RTE presenter Bláthnaid Ní Chofaigh has serious issues with the station’s hit weight-loss and fitness show, Operation Transformation – criticising the programme’s format for ‘fat shaming’ its contestants.

As peculiar as I thought it was for the red-haired presenter to have any sort of pop at her employer, I found her comments quite surprising – absurd even.

Bláthnaid took particular issue with how the contestants have to strip down to skin-tight leggings and - in the case of the ladies - vest tops, for their weekly weigh-in, describing the weekly routine as ‘fat shaming. In her interview with the Irish Independent, she said ‘there is no need to fat shame people’ and said that it’s because of this view that she has never watched the programme.

While acknowledging that programmes like Operation Transformation ‘do their fitness too’ she suggested that the programme makers’ primary interest was in ratings and ‘creating entertainment.’ What an extraordinary thing to say!

Call me naive, but my idea of fat shaming is something entirely different and while of course RTE is looking for high ratings, there is huge merit to producing programmes such as Operation Transformation. Fat shaming, as far as I understand it, means intentionally and recklessly ridiculing a person because of their weight, causing them untold upset. For example, it’s going on line or on the airwaves and slamming an overweight person with absolutely no regard for their feelings. Operation Transformation, let’s not forget, highlights the weight and fitness struggles of five WILLING participants, all of whom have signed up to tell their story all fully aware of what the weekly weigh-ins will entail.

These fully consenting adults have clearly accepted that their weight is an issue and have decided to make a positive change by enlisting the help of the show’s experts. I doubt any of the current or previous contestants, if asked, would feel they were being fat-shamed. As far as I see it, the country is nearing an obesity epidemic, which we all know doesn’t bode well for the next generation. Any programme that can showcase the dangers of being overweight and living an unhealthy lifestyle through real life stories need to be embraced and welcomed, not criticised. If one person is frightened into change by watching shows like Operation Transformation, then it’s one life saved. And I’m sure there’s more than one person making a change right now as the current season continues.

How can that possibly be a bad thing?

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It is really hard to believe already the focus is turning to Christmas. Recently some of our customers suggested we should start a CHRISTMAS CLUB. I think this is an excellent idea, with money so tight for everybody this planning ahead takes a lot of pressure off people when it comes to selecting gifts for family and friends - so we have decided to go ahead with this.

All you need to do is pay whatever amount you wish from now until December 18th, and select some really nice gifts, you might even decide to give some away and not keep them all for yourself, being in the spirit of Christmas like. There is also the option of putting a deposit on something, handbags in particular are worth booking, paying a deposit and putting it aside, you can pay it off on a regular basis or when you collect.

Now that the Christmas club has been discussed,let me rave about the range of hats and scarves we have in stock at the moment. If I got a Euro every time I heard someone say “Ah Carmel hats don’t suit me” I could retire and live of my earnings, so I am telling you all now we have a hat to suit every shaped head, and every hairstyle. I will sign off and just remind you all again if any advice is needed on any outfit be it special occasion or casual outing please call in or contact me on our Facebook page. In the meantime if anyone is looking for me I will be on Google searching for the name of the saint that one prays to for cold weather...

Until next time - keep smiling, Carmel xxx

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We will soon be turning back the clocks and the evenings are already getting darker and at this stage we’ve all probably added a layer or two of clothing so I’d like to discuss casual winter dressing.

Gone are the days that the only way to keep warm meant scratchy itchy jumpers this season casual dressing is all about being both cosy and stylish.Any of you readers who have a degree in deciphering knitting patterns have all my admiration(my attempts are a story for another day) and must be delighted at the beautiful wools available.Thankfully jumpers available to buy this year are just as luxurious and very price friendly.Polyester and acrylic are being used to create cashmere,mohair and soft bouble effect jumpers that still feel fabulous and are lightweight yet warm.All usually contain a low % of either spandex or elasten to help retain shape.Spend a bit of time and effort in choosing your knitwear as it will be a hard working item in your wardrobe.

Another hardworking item in anyones wardrobe has to be tops and this year there is a lot happening with them.

Firstly there is the two in one sleeve look,where a shorter sleeved top is attached to a longer sleeved top,these may be different materials with the heavier material underneath and are both stylish and practical.Tops that have two mixed fabrics such as a light cashmere effect wool with a chiffon blouse attachment or collar are a simple easy way to keep warm and cosy. Finally this season tops are featuring lots of little luxurious touches such as a leatherette trim on the neck or a glitzy panel on the side all adding a sophisticated edge to a casual look.I can not talk about casual yet stylish dressing without talking about the outer layers and this year you really are spoilt for choice.There are beautiful soft to the touch wool capes,coatagans and wraps and which you choose to buy depends on your lifestyle and needs.Suede is huge this season and has a less stiff more casual feel but is still available in practical lined beautifully tailored jackets.

Keep it casual yet dressy with a nice long sleeved cotton top underneath or a simple white shirt. The teddy bear faux fur is also going nowhere this season and is a fun way to add warmth and colour to your winter wardrobe.There is such an array of trousers out there that it really is up to you to pick your personal favourite from jeggings to a more relaxed fit or even jeans but all of these will work fantastically with any of your knitwear,tops and jackets.

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Our fashion columnist Orla Diffily had eyelash extensions applied in Transformations Beauty Salon & Day Spa in Tralee and was wowed by the result.

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Top tips for applying mascara correctly

•Start at the base of lashes and wiggle brush up to the tip of lashes.

•Repeat to build.

•To apply to lower lashes, hold wand vertically.

•Do not pump brush in container-this ads air that can dry out the mascara.

•To prevent clumping, let mascara dry between coats.

•Remove with your favorite eye makeup remover.

Oksana Sotskova I had Russian Volume Eyelash Extensions in Transformations Beauty Salon & Day Spa, on High Street in Tralee. It was my first time having these lash extensions, and I am absolutely delighted with the result.

They look and feel so light and natural, yet open up my eyes and add glamour without having to apply any make up!

After a consultation with owner and beauty therapist, Oksana Sotskova, I opted for lashes that would thicken and define my own lashes (as opposed to very long lashes). Oksana is very experienced in applying lashes and is a complete perfectionist. She can advise you on what best flatters and enhances your own eye shape and there is an extensive variety of lengths available.

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Tips from our Connect fashion columnist Orla Diffily

Welcome to my first monthly fashion column for Connect Magazine, featuring just a small selection of some of the fabulous looks for the season from our own Kerry boutiques, designers and high street. This month, the focus is on new looks for Autumn.

Look classic & chic in this teal coat by Malene Birger from MacBees Killarney. €610

Glamorous jumpsuits are one solution dressing. Dress to impress this season in this flattering jumpsuit from Jasmine Tralee. €195.

As we live in a mild climate, it’s good to invest in some trans-seasonal pieces which you can wear from this Autumn until early next Spring. I recommend shopping early to ensure you get your size and colour, as popular looks sell out fast.

Stylish and affordable - use colour and print to brighten your look like this top from Paco in Killarney & Tralee & www.paco.ie

Dazzle in this metallic two piece from Hannons of Castleisland. Jacket €225, Trousers €155

The 1970’s Think ABBA. Bright colours, flares, fringes and blue eyeliner!

sweater and flat, laced ankle boots, and for an evening look, swap for a diamante tee shirt with ballet pumps.

Tulle Hello Carrie Bradshaw! For everyday glamour, pair your tulle skirt with an aran

Metallic This trend is everywhere, from bomber jackets to tee shirts to three piece suits and shoes. Best paired with block primary colours (such as white, grey, red, black) to avoid looking like a lost spaceman.

Key Trends

Sports Luxe Hoodies with heels - yes seriously. The Sports Luxe trend is both functional and comfortable as well as funky and fashionable.

Military A fashion forward statement - military is the ultimate in power dressing. It can be sophisticated when tailored with fitted army jackets or dresses worn with wide belts, or more grungy with army jackets worn with big knits and combat trousers.

Military also looks great with leather and lace, for example wear a military jacket with a feminine lace blouse and leather skirt or pants. Just don’t over do it !

Layer your knitwear for maximum impact. This chic look is from Benetton in Tralee. Wool Colour block coat : €179. Scarf : €35.95, Dress : €69.95

Lastly, remember, don’t be a slave to fashion. What you wear, should express who you are, and be appropriate to your lifestyle, the climate and your budget. So work these trends into your own personal style, be brave and have fun and most importantly support your local fashion stores, designers and boutiques.

For updates follow me on Twitter & Instagram @ orladiffily and tune into the TODAY Show on RTE One every Tuesday after 4.30pm

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Name: Name: Lousie Allen Lousie AllenLady (Best Dressed (Best Dressed 2016) Lady 2016) Where are you from? are you Co.Where Meath. from? Co.I’ve Meath.

Occupation: just Occupation: I’ve to returned to college just returned complete a Masters to college to in Human Resources, a so complete I’m a full time Masters in Human student at the Resources, so I’m moment. fullabout time student Tellame what at the moment. you’re wearing today: Tellmy mehat about what Well, is from you’re wearing Tralee-based milliner, Carol Kennelly, who today: I goWell, to regularly my hat isfor my Race outfits. My dress is by Peter Pilloto, but I actually from Tralee-based bought it on ebay about two years agomilliner, so I’ve worn Carolit quite a bit. I have my go- to Christian Louboutin blackI Kennelly, who patent shoes which are so comfortable and the handbag go to regularly for my Race outfits. My dress is by Peter was bought matchbought the shoes a vintage Pilloto, but I to actually it oninebay aboutstore two many years moons ago.worn it quite a bit. I have my go- to Christian ago so I’ve Louboutin patent shoes arewardrobe? so comfortable What’s yourblack one must have itemwhich in your and handbag was to match theblack shoes in a I Likethe every woman, it’sbought got to be the little dress. vintage store many moonsblack ago. dress, which I also bought have a Victoria Beckham on ebay.

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Oh that’s a hard one because everyone has their It’s bit of a mixed owna individual tastebag. but one thing that I feel doesn’t accentuate a woman’s Worst fashion trend? figure is those bubble skirts. I don’t really like atoo much clothes. I’m not a fan Oh that’s hard onevolume becauseineveryone hasalso their of over accessorising.

That’s cardinal because you own individual taste but one athing thatsin I feel doesn’t accentuate a woman’s figure is those bubble skirts.

I don’t can lose the detail in an outfit. really like too much volume in clothes. I’m also not a fan What’s the most expensive fashion item you’ve ever bought? of over accessorising. That’s a cardinal sin because you Well it’s actually something my mother bought me can lose detail an outfit. about 15the years agoinand I still have to this day. It’s a full What’s the black most expensive fashion item you’ve ever bought?

Cashmere coat by Dolce & Gabbana.

Well it’s actually something my mother bought me Where is your favourite place to shop? about 15 years ago and I still have to this day. It’s a full I always try to support Irish designers as there are so Cashmere blackdesigners coat by Dolce & Gabbana. many talented out there.

I’ve worn Tina Griffin, Heidi Higgins and someplace other Where is your favourite tofantastic shop? Irish designers it’s very important for me that I choose ‘style’ Iand always try to support Irish designers as there are as so opposed to ‘fashion’ so I out can there. wear something many talented designers I’ve worn Tina Griffin, Heidi and some other fantastic Irish designers again Higgins and again. and it’s very important for me that I choose ‘style’ as opposed to ‘fashion’ so I can wear something again and again.

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Time to plan your Christmas Party

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Yes I hear you, its October but nothing like having the Christmas party planned on time so this is the first of a two part special bringing you all that’s happening in Kerry this December.

Join the good people at The Kenmare Bay Hotel Saturday 10th December for their Christmas Party Night. ONLY €29.95pp for Mulled Wine Reception, Christmas Meal, Dancing and Entertainment. Why not stay the night and pay just €79pp including the Party Night. Spot prizes on the night also and if you book your place by the 28th October you will receive a glass of wine free per person (min 8 people). Call Sile today and plan the Perfect Christmas Party, 064-6679300 or sile@kenmarebayhotel.com The Rose Hotel are offering a range of different options this year from the full party night with live music and sit down meal dates available for these are Dec 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 16th, 17th lots on offer for all parties, and for those of you looking to make a night of it they have a very special overnight rate available. Call today and pick the party suited to your requirements.

Sea Lodge Waterville is a favourite of ours here in Connect, they have a wonderful selection of dishes and it’s the perfect escape away summer or winter so why not treat that special one to a break away before Christmas, call Sharon and the team on 066 9478533 Lots more updates next month if you would like us to feature your party night contact us today.

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Meadowlands Hotel is celebrating a Traditional Christmas this year with tailored and boutique Christmas Parties.

Party guests will enjoy a mulled wine drinks reception in the newly renovated Johnny Frank’s Lounge followed by a scrumptious four course dinner in the cosy An Móinéar Restaurant.

After dinner, guests will return to Johnny Frank’s to enjoy live entertainment in a party atmosphere. Groups and individuals can join in the festive fun as Meadowlands Hotel brings back the tradition of reuniting family, friends and colleagues this Christmas.

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New to 2016, the Meadowlands Hotel has organized a “Welcome Home Party” on December 23rd to celebrate families and friends coming together from near and far for the Christmas Season.

The festive atmosphere and live music will create the perfect atmosphere to kick start Christmas celebrations. The chefs will be preparing Christmas munchies and treats complimentary on the night.

Throughout December, the Meadowlands Hotel is taking reservations for group and individual lunches, dinner and finger food parties in our Restaurant, Bar and Private Dining rooms. Menus and entertainment can be tailored to suit each party.

Santa Claus has been scheduled to make two appearances before Christmas to visit our younger guests on December 11th & 18th from 1:00-3:00pm.

Lunch bookings during this time are highly recommended due to popularity from previous years.

The festive and contemporary atmosphere of Santa’s Grotto will be the perfect photo opportunity. Santa will have a little treat for each child.

Relax & stay over during your Christmas party or night out and ask for our special stay over bed & breakfast rate. If you are looking for that perfect gift, give an experience to remember with a Meadowlands Gift Voucher. Vouchers can be used for accommodation, food and beverages to cater for any budget.

For bookings and more information, please contact 066 718 0444 or info@meadowlandshotel.com

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Resident pianist Jack Healy performing in The Liquid Lounge in The Killarney Grand on Friday night.

It was another busy night in The Killarney Grand when The Main Bar hosted a lively live Trad session with Brian O’Leary and guests whilst upstairs in The Liquid Lounge Cocktail/Wine Piano Bar, Killarney Musicial Society performed with resident pianist Jack Healy.

The live band in the front bar were followed by Party DJ Pat while NightClub DJ Derek also entertained the crowds. The theme of the night was the ‘Bridget Jones Bash’ and all door proceeds were in aid of the Amy O’Connor fund and The Irish Cancer Society.

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ConneCt BUSINESS Kerry Hairdresser comes 4th in the OMC European Championships!

Renowned Irish celebrity hairdresser Cathriona Rohan has been recognised internationally as her and her team have nabbed 4th place is the prestigious OMC European Hairdressing Championships.

The awards, which are supported by the Irish Hairdressers Federation, were held in Paris recently and despite the awards being named ‘European Championships’ the team had to fight off tough competition from the top hairdressers from over 54 countries around the world including the cream of the crop in the USA.Cathriona and her team, which is made up of herself and team captain John Coss, competed on both an individual and team basis. The pair, with their background team and supporters who travelled over to Paris with them, celebrated the phenomenal win and cheered proudly as they waved the Irish flag while collecting their medals late Monday night.

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Speaking about the win Cathriona stated “I cannot believe it, I am so thrilled and literally on cloud nine.

To get 4th place is a dream come true and something I never even imagined, especially as we were a team of two competing against full teams of three. I would like to thank everyone who came and supported us in particular our trainer Mike Hoffman, our team manager Maeve Healy Harte and my amazing model Kerry O’Connor who looked fantastic and no doubt helped us clinch the place. I would also like to give special thanks to Julie Clement, Cliona Sweeney and Rebecca Wall who helped put the winning looks together. Now our attention is towards the OMC World Cup in 2017 when we will compete with an extra pep in our step and increased confidence to go all the way and win.”

This win will no doubt catapult Cathriona and her salons Cathrionas Hair Salon in both Tralee and Castlegregory to new heights. Cathriona and her award winning team have a never ending celebrity client list Miriam O’Callaghan, Storm Keating & Celia Holman Lee.

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Our top-tips for optimising your Pinterest page are: 1. Make sure your account is a Business Account & not a Personal account 2. Name your Pinterest page name after your business 3. Alt Tag every image on your Pinterest boards 4. # and Keyword Everything! Including board descriptions and every single pinned image!

5.Verify your website and return link between the two (it’s a given you must have a website) 6.Top Boards = Top Position on your page 7.Create a community board and encourage customer pinning!

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World Suicide Prevention Day was on September 10th 2016, its purpose is to raise awareness around the globe that suicide can be prevented. Suicide is regarded as a significant threat to public health & from 2000 to 2013, the national average of suicides was 11.8 per 100,000. Many people spend a large proportion of their time in work so the workplace is a very relevant setting for promoting the mental health of the adult population in Ireland. Staff & Management in organisations who are likely to come in contact with persons in distress could be crucial in preventing suicidal behaviour. A holistic approach to promoting health and wellbeing among staff is an important suicide prevention measure in the workplace setting. Mental health promotion in the workplace is applicable to many aspects of employment including: •Health and safety •Employee assistance •Equal opportunities •Work/life balance •Bullying and harassment •Terms and conditions of •Workplace Wellbeing employment •Performance management In addition to this workplaces can become a positive and supportive environment for rehabilitation and in so doing contribute to the reduction of the stigma of mental illness.

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Two Minute Time Out

With Majella Duignan, Owner of Nutrifit For Women, Tralee 1. If you didn’t do what you do, what would your dream job be? Interior designer 2. What advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

Do not judge your self esteem or self worth by the number on the weighing scales.

True happiness is an ‘inside job’ ...you should never depend or rely on others to make you happy 3. Are you an ‘out on the town’ or ‘dinner and wine’ type of person? Dinner and wine 4. Twitter or Facebook? Facebook 5. What’s your favourite film of all time? Pretty Woman 6. If you could choose anyone to be stuck in a lift with, who would it be? Oprah Winfrey 7. Who is your hero and why?

My grandmother Molly Quinlan. She was a hardworking, honest, country woman who was well respected by all who knew her. She was not afraid of hard work and was a great neighbour and a great family woman. She is my true SUPERHERO!!

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Good health and contentment for all my family.

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Kerry is my home - not somewhere I go on a twoweek holiday.

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Filing Income Tax Returns

As the Budget nears we remain optimistic of tax cuts which may increase our incomes for once. The looming income tax deadline of the 31st October however, usually causes cold sweats and panic.

New Business/ Start Ups

For new businesses realising that brilliant filing system they envisioned never materialised, is a cause of concern. Relax, most information is now 02/06/2016 2 downloaded at some point so it is just a matter of putting it together. Find/ download bank statements, cheque stub and lodgements and you’re nearly there. Find any invoices and statements lying around and drop everything to your Accountant, who should be able to sort out the rest.

Filing Your Own Return

Although we don’t recommend this, it is possible to file your own return. There are online guides on ROS and You Tube which can assist. When filing your own return, consult with others who have experience.

Choosing Your First Accountant

The easiest way to file income tax returns is using an Accountant. Things to consider when initially choosing an Accountant should include: • Qualifications • Experience • Price – Don’t be afraid to ask NB: It is extremely important that you trust and can talk to your Accountant.

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