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Unique setting for your special day at the Sligo Park Hotel

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

THE FOUR star Sligo Park Hotel and Leisure Club is a contemporary and stylish hotel, set on lush landscaped gardens just one mile outside Sligo. It offers the ideal combination of excellent facilities with quality service and attention to detail.

ACCORD changing the world one relationship at a time

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

THE ACCORD Annual Report for 2010 shows that the 60 Accord Centres throughout Ireland provided 60,000 hours of support to Marriage and family life: 17,000 hours Marriage Preparation and other Relationship courses and 43,000 Marriage Counselling hours.

Home energy tips that save you money

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

Hot Water

Ways to save money on your wedding

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

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Enervate improving homes for comfort, health and energy

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

ENERVATE IS rapidly establishing itself as the leading energy Retrofit Company in the Northwest, and one of the few companies in the region, to be included on the Contractors Retrofit Register. They are fully SEAI approved installers of roof/attic insulation, dry-lining, external insulation, boiler, and heating control upgrade. Ideally located in Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo, they are very central to the entire Northwest, and have recently completed projects in Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo and Longford.

Ultimate wedding showcase and fair at Kilronan Castle

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

KILRONAN CASTLE Estate and Spa, Ballyfarnon, Co. Roscommon are hosting their Ultimate Wedding Weekend on February 4 and 5, promising to be their best yet. The Showcase of their beautiful 18th century castle will take place on the 04th where the hotel will be set as if your wedding was actually taking place. The Fair will commence on Sunday February 5 with 55 wedding suppliers local and national in attendance. It's a weekend not to be missed.

Wedding hairstyles for 2012 by Salon 2

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

Come and speak to the bridal experts in Salon 2. Bridal consultations are complimentary, using Salon 2 mood boards and portfolios of our wedding hairstyles. For more information call 071 9160341.

Pretty 'paper' flowers

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

NOW, I know what you're thinking, 'Paper flowers, isn't that tacky?' but just look at this fake flower bouquet! They're gorgeous! In fact, styling magazines such as Sweet Paul have started featuring these little papers rather than the silk flowers they usually use. Designers like them for their sharp edges and the variety of colours they come in for your every need. Plus, they're eco-friendly! Recycle them after use (or keep them forever since they won't die!) rather than watching your real flowers wilt away.

Top wedding dress trends for 2012

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

SHADES of blush, illusion necklines, tealength, the slit, lace sleeves (thanks to one very hot Duchess), the little white dress, off the shoulder, the feather look, the not-a-wedding-dress-wedding-dress, short dresses and high-low hemlines have never been more fashionable. We look ahead at bridal fashion's most exciting trends for 2012.

Cupcake crazy

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

BRINGING OUT the kid in all of us, one of our favourite wedding trends is the cupcakes! These beautiful treats are easy to handle and puts a fun spin on the traditional wedding cake. I'm always amazed at how elegantly decorated each small cake can be. Coming in all shapes and sizes, the benefits of cupcakes are simply undeniable.

A professional photograper for style, quality and vision

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

MANY THINGS determine the price tag of professional wedding photography.

Allure exquisite products

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

ALLURE DESIGNER Accessories and Gifts is renowned for its exquisite accessories, designer handbags, bespoke jewellery and distinguished homewares.

Prizewinners

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

The Annual Sale of Work in aid of St. Anne's Church Easkey was again a great sucess with thanks to all who supported and helped make much needed funds for the church.

About cavity wall insulation

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

IF YOUR home was built after 1920 but not in the last 10 years then it might be an un-insulated cavity wall house. If there is a small gap or `cavity' between the two layers of walls, they are `cavity walls'. Cavity wall insulation means that, the gap between the walls is filled with an insulation material and it blocks the heat transfer between the house and the outside. Cavity wall insulation can also help to reduce condensation inside the house if it is a problem on external walls. Heat always flows from a warm area to a cold one. In winter, if outside is colder, you are going to lose the heat you generated in your house more rapidly. Cavity wall insulation slows down the rate at which heat is transferred and keeps as much heat as possible inside your home for as long as possible. How does this happen? Insulation makes it much more difficult for heat to pass through your walls by filling up the cavity with a material with lots of air pockets in it. These pockets significantly reduce what is known as your walls' U value – which is a measure of how quickly they lose heat – from around 1.5 to 0.5 W/M2K . The lower the U value, the slower heat is lost – and the less energy you will need to keep your home at your desired temperature. You may sometimes see references to an R-value. This is a measure of thermal resistance and is the inverse of a U-value – the higher a Uvalue is the lower the R-value is.

Grow Your Own

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

For all of you who included growing some/more of your own food and getting more exercise in your new years resolutions for 2012 come join us at the GIY Tubbercurry February meeting. This takes place on Tuesday Feb 14th at 7pm in Teach Laighne.

Cromleach 'Wedding Venue of the Year' for Connaught

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:55:31 +0000

CROMLEACH is a family owned and run by Moira and Christy Tighe for over 30 years

New year... time for a striking new smile

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

AN ATTRACTIVE is a wonderful asset. Straight teeth help an individual to effectively bite, chew and speak.

Get active at the Knocknarea Arena at IT Sligo

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

TIRED OF being a couch potato but not sure how to tackle that less than healthy lifestyle?

Detox at the Claudia McGloin Clinic

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

'A DETOX is a great way to help your body clean itself up after a period of over indulgence and for you to feel you have given yourself a great start to a year of optimum health.

Treat yourself to a detox seaweed bath at Voya

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

VOYA Seaweed baths are very busy at the moment with our very successful detox programmes that are running the month of January. We are seeing a massive increase to bookings for our Detox Hot seaweed Baths, following by Voya full and half body massages.

They don't make 'em like they used to!

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

WHEN Con Kelly purchased a new Escort XR3I in 1985, little could he have known that he would have sold it for two weeks, bought it back again and now maintains it as one of his favourite 'collectables.'

Take the guesswork out of reversing

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

LOTS of cars these day very restricted rearward vision, but a new product has become available that will provide you with all you need to see of your nearest and dearest's back view on a video screen.

Audi A6 wins the prestigious Golden Steering Wheel award

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

THE AUDI A6 has won the "Golden Steering Wheel" award for 2011, continuing the brand's great run of success. It has now enjoyed a total of 21 wins since 1975, meaning that Audi remains the most successful brand in the competition.

Opel Insignia 2012 offers new strength and low consumption

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

OPEL ARE delighted to announce further improvements to the awardwinning Insignia for 2012, designed to further improve the driving experience while reducing the running costs of this extremely popular model.

JJ Burke Car sales announces arrival of new Sales Executive

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

JJ BURKE Car Sales, Main Peugeot Dealers at Ballinrobe in County Mayo, has announced the appointment of Michael Kerrigan as Sales Executive.

Peugeot 508 crowned 'Family Car of the Year'

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:32:14 +0000

THE NEW Peugeot 508 has been awarded Continental Irish Family Car of the Year 2012, by the Irish Motoring Writers' Association.

Lapping Hay DVD

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

Lapping of hay and footing of turf were very important jobs of summer time in the past when rural people prepared for what was sure to be quite cold and harsh winter season ahead for the people themselves as well as their animals, cattle in particular.

Big transformations at Waterpoint

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

IN A time where we are all becoming aware of the need to become healthier and fitter in an obese society, Waterpoint has bitten the bullet.

Thirty years of the Hawk's Well Theatre

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

ACROSS THE entire entertainment spectrum - drama, music, song, comedy -

Wedding days

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

Denise Mcloughlin, from Boyle, and Wesley Parke, from Riverstown,

Opening night had drama of its own

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

IT WAS real-life drama appropriate for the opening of a theatre.

Theatre director Marie is really relishing her role

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

TAKING OVER the running of anything in the current economic climate is certainly a challenge. And stepping up to the helm amid preparations for year-long 30th anniversary celebrations only adds to the pressure. But for Marie O'byrne, the Sydneyborn, Ennis-raised director of the Hawk's Well Theatre in Sligo, it's also an opportunity she's clearly relishing.

Late Liam Mckinney a key player

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

IF YOU were to pick one individual who was singularly responsible for the founding of the Hawk's Well Theatre, it would undoubtedly be Liam Mckinney.

Mikel Murfi

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

WELL-KNOWN actor, director and writer, Mikel Murfi grew up in Sligo and in a way also grew up with The Hawk's Well Theatre. The former student of Summerhill College recalls the 'magic' of the Hawk's Well and what it was like 'waiting in the wings' as a young actor.

Maria Mcdermott Roe

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:02:18 +0000

ONE OF the best- known actors from Sligo is Maria Mcdermott Roe, who comes from a family long-associated with drama in the Northwest. Maria is recognisable from roles in a range of TV and film productions, as well as her appearances on stage. A glimpse of her work to date includes The Boxer, The Dead, Veronica Guerin, Killinaskully, and Glenroe.