Summer salads to savor this weekend

Fri, Jun 30, 2017

Hi, isn’t the weather lovely. I know that it is almost July but today and hopefully the sun is splitting the sky. As I write this, the air is filled with the smell of freshly cut grass and smoky Barbeques. The summer is finally here now, and I hope that it has lasted.

Father’s Day foody treats

Fri, Jun 16, 2017

Show your dad how much you care for him this Sunday and get into the kitchen to whisk him up some delicious food while he watches the TV. Here are a few simple snacks to keep the old man happy, which are surprisingly easy to make.

Belleek Castle: Timeless elegance meets genuine hospitality

Fri, Jun 02, 2017

Belleek Castle, a fairytale style castle in Ballina, Mayo - a magical experience with various venues available for weddings. The beautiful ‘Tween Deck’ designed in the nautical theme is available for parties of 50. Weddings of up to 200 guests can be accommodated in the newly renovated stables, which have been given a rustic design, or in their mediaeval banqueting hall with its stone arched vaults and opulent décor setting the perfect scene for an Irish mediaeval banquet.

Lazy lunch treats

Fri, Jun 02, 2017

Lunch is the new dinner, especially during the long summer days. Here are a few ideas for some modern lunch recipes that are easy to make. I hope that you might try them out at home.

Geraldine’s Skincare Clinic brings the latest technology to your skincare routine

Fri, May 12, 2017

Celebrating the salon's 15th year in the industry Geraldine's Skincare Clinic strives to always offer its clients the most innovative treatments and technologies available on the market. The latest innovation available at the salon is VISIA Skin Analysis. Geraldine's Skincare Clinic is the first salon in Westport to offer this exceptional treatment to their clients and now Geraldine Greenan and her team of experts will be able to provide the most comprehensive skin and complexion analysis Ireland has to offer.

Dyspraxia Ireland launches new information booklet to help families with transition from primary to secondary school

Fri, May 12, 2017

Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland has launched a practical guide which will assist families experiencing dyspraxia/DCD with their child’s transition from primary to secondary school. Entitled The Next Adventure, the booklet provides constructive advice for families, teachers, and educational establishments, as well as useful checklists for children, parents, and teachers.

Irish Cancer Society calls on all outdoor workers in Mayo to be SunSmart this summer

Fri, May 12, 2017

The Irish Cancer Society has said that almost one in four (23 per cent) of skin cancer deaths in Ireland are from the construction, outdoor, and farming industry. As it launches its annual SunSmart campaign, the society said that farmers and construction workers in the Mayo area need to be extra vigilant during the summer months.

Bio Energy clinics in Mayo

Fri, May 12, 2017

Acute stress is a response to imminent danger, it turbo charges the system with powerful hormones that can damage the cardiovascular system. Chronic stress can occur in response to everyday stressors that are ignored or poorly managed, as well as exposure traumatic events. Adrenal glands react to the alert by releasing epiniphrine/adrenaline, which makes the heart pump faster and the lungs work harder to flood the body with oxygen. Digestion then shuts down. This can cause significant damage and numerous symptoms.

Fourteen pre-school services in Mayo receive their Healthy Ireland status

Fri, May 12, 2017

Fourteen pre-school services in Mayo received their Healthy Ireland status at an awards ceremony celebrating the second annual Healthy Ireland Smart Start Awards in Athlone Institute of Technology. The award recognises pre-schools across Ireland that have participated and achieved Healthy Ireland status. Mayo’s early childcare providers now have a cumulative 18 Smart Start Awards (including the four awards received in 2016).

First Choice Credit Union – helping local families prepare for Communion

Fri, May 12, 2017

Communion season has rolled around again, and while undoubtedly a time for celebration, it can also be a very stressful time for parents, grandparents, and even the children. Financially, the rising cost of clothes, hotels, and entertainment for the big day can put significant financial strain on parents already stretched by their household budget. It is important that families in the local area know that the credit union is here to help - whether it is to set up a savings or budget plan in advance of the big event or to assist families with a small modest loan.

The Brow and Make Up Studio in Ballina is open for business

Fri, May 12, 2017

The Brow and Make Up Studio in Ballina had its official opening recently with a huge welcome from the local Ballina business community. The Brow and Make Up Studio offers HD brows, brows re-styles, make-up, shellac and much, much, more.

Nature and Care hair colour now available at New Harmony

Fri, May 05, 2017

Nature and Care is the only natural hair colour product with a rich, creamy, texture and pleasant fragrance. More effective and easier to use than products with a runny consistency, the application is more precise and practical, giving you a more harmonious shade.

It is ammonia free and does not contain any ammonia, parabens, SLS, or silicons. Each box comes with a nourishing after-colour conditioner which helps to lock in colour and increase shine. This hair colour is easy to apply and a colour applicator is supplied. A multivitamin colour enhancer is also included. Unlike some hair colours, Nature and Care hair colours do not fade. The shade stays radiant and strong even after several washes. Gloves and instructions are provided.

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