The Work of an Electrician Electricians are employed chiefly in the installation and maintenance of electrical apparatus and equipment. Electricians employed by the Electricity Supply Board (ESB) engage in electrical power supply. Electricians employed by electrical contractors are usually engaged in the installation of lighting, heating and power equipment and the repair of existing equipment… Read more »
Monthly Archives: October 2001
With changing lifestyles, hectic and conflicting timetables, lack of space etc. all have contributed to the decline of the separate dining room in recent decades. Once it was the heart of the home, but in modern homes the kitchen has replaced it. Whether you have a separate dining room or it’s part of the kitchen… Read more »
Congratulations to the following couples who got married recently: Caroline Murphy of Cregboy and Kenneth Folan of Knocknacarra on the 15th September Rachel Cribbin, Cahergowan, and Captain Barry O’Loughlin of Corofin on the 27th September. Congratulations to Gerri and Philip McManus, Rockwood on the birth of their baby daughter on the 14th September—a sister for… Read more »
October, an Samhán,is the month when we start getting frosts and the days begin to shorten. With this comes the end of the growing season with plants going into dormancy. It is usually a good time to plant new material or for moving existing plants. Older gardeners will remember back 20 years ago or so… Read more »
History What is Halloween? Is it demons stalking? Witches flying over the full moon on broomsticks and cackling? The word Halloween is from All Saints day, All Hallows Eve and Hallow Even. The Celebration of Halloween was originally the New Years Eve of the Celts, the eve of Samhain. It was believed that the Dead or… Read more »
While parked outside the school at 3 o’clock, just before the summer holidays, I witnessed what could have been a very serious accident. I got such a fright, that immediately on returning home, I wrote to the Gardaí, the County Council, Senator Jarlath McDonagh and Cllr. Noel Grealish, highlighting the dangers facing the children as… Read more »
Bhí cluiche ceannais na h-Éireann ar siúl Dé Domhnaigh seo caite i bPáirc an Chrócaigh. Bhí Gaillimh ag imirt in aghaidh an Mhí. Roimh an gcliuche bhíomar ar an teilifís ag canadh. Roimh an gcluiche bhí na peileadóirí istigh sa seomra gléasta ag ullmhú don cluiche. Nuair a bhí siad réidh rith siad amach ar… Read more »
The priest at our church experienced some technical problems with the sound system one Sunday. Instead of beginning the service with “The Lord be with you,” as usual, he said: “There’s something wrong with the microphone.” Not hearing this, the congregation responded, “And also with you.” Why do married women find dieting more difficult than… Read more »
The amount contributed in the monthly envelopes during the month of September as £6,656 bringing the total amount contributed in the eleven months since fund raising began last November to £93,198.
The fundraising calendar is now with the printers and will be ready later in the month. Thanks to all the local businesses who generously gave sponsorship. The committee are launching it in the meeting room of the Centre on Tuesday the 23rd October. The calendar will be available at £5 each. All are welcome to… Read more »
Drama fans are set for a great treat in Carnmore Centre this month when Compántas Lir stage their highly successful Supper Theatre. The event which features two plays and as well as a meal and wine has been a tremendous success over the past decade. This year the Supper Theatre will be held on Oct 16–18th and already… Read more »