What do you see nurses, what do you see? Are you thinking when you’re looking at me A crabbity old woman, not very wise, uncertain of habit, with far-away eyes, Who dribbles her food and makes no reply When you say in a loud voice—“I do wish you’d try”, Who seems not to notice the… Read more »
Posts By: Josette Farrell
Gardening With Bosco—May 2002
Summer has arrived and the cuckoo in a wood near my home heralds its arrival every morning with his call and so too in the garden centre, summer has arrived with people busy getting ready in the garden. A lady told me recently that the most satisfying thing she did in the garden last year… Read more »
Dealing With Common Injuries
With the summer weather finally arriving and everyone spending more time outdoors this month I will discuss some common injuries. Insect stings & bites: Milder reactions resulting in itchy hives or rashes can be treated with antihistamines and/or hydrocortisone cream. If there are signs of anaphylactic shock ie. the face and neck start to swell, difficulty… Read more »
May 2002 News From Your Local Councillor, Noel Grealish
They say that ‘a week really is a long time in politics’—little could I have realised that within a week of making my last news summary for Nuacht Chláir that events at a national level relating to Robert Molloy could have overtaken us on a local level and resulted in my being nominated to contest… Read more »
A Touch of Humour—April 2002
Middle age is when your age starts showing around your middle. Middle age is when your wife tells you to pull in your stomach and you already have. Middle age is when you need to have a rest after tying your shoelaces. You know you’re middle-aged when the dog lets you get to the stick… Read more »
Hay Fever Treatments
As many as 12% of the population are believed to suffer from hay fever, and the incidence is thought to be increasing. Non-prescription treatments for hay fever are available in both oral and topical formulations. Antihistamines, decongestants and topical steroids are the main treatments used to combat the symptoms. Antihistamines: Antihistamines are generally effective in… Read more »
Claregalway Leisure Centre 2002 AGM
The AGM of Claregalway Leisure was held in the Centre on March 5th at 9pm. The following committee was elected, and is comprised of representatives of the various groups using the hall on a regular basis, as well as ordinary members: Carol Steven (chairman), Tony Clarke (vice-chairman), Siobhán Lynskey (secretary), Gerry Mooney, Hugh Farrell, Mary Forde… Read more »
April 2002 Special News
Welcome to baby Emer Lenihan, Lakeview, daughter for Andrea and Tom and sister to Stephen and Ciara, born on the 2nd February 2002. Welcome also to baby Emma Jane, to Sinead and Michael John Murphy, Gortatcleva, a sister for Clodagh. Congratulations to Brendan Grealish, Carnmore, on receiving his pilot’s licence. Wishing you many years of… Read more »
Restaurant Review—The Abbey, Claregalway
We had the pleasure of dining out in the Abbey Restaurant recently and it was a perfect ending to a perfect day. Before our meal, we had a drink in the Summerfield Lounge, whilst perusing our menu. At this stage of the evening, music over the speakers would have been welcome, as we were all… Read more »
Chance For Locals To See Compántas Lir In Luxurious Surroundings
Compántas Lir’s fantastic production of the three-act comedy Professor Tim will have a two-night run in Galway’s Town Hall Theatre on Sunday April 21st and Monday April 22nd. This is the third time that the Claregalway-Carnmore group will perform on what is acknowledged to be the best stage in the west of Ireland. The play… Read more »
The Weigh to Success!
Local lady 42 year old Geraldine Carr from Gortatleva, Claregalway has shown what it takes to lose 8 stone 7 lbs by sheer determination and willpower. Geraldine was always conscious of her weight and worried about her children being embarrassed about her weight. She was especially conscious before her daughter Siobhan started school and decided… Read more »
Claregalway GAA Club March 2002 Updates
Officers elected for 2002 Chairman: Sean Dunleavy Vice-Chairman: Paul Concannon Hon. Secretary: Padraig O’Connell (Tel 798233) Hon. Treasurer: Richard Donovan Registrar: Paul Concannon Team managers Intermediates: Roddy Grealish Junior Bs: Richard Donovan Minors: to be confirmed Juvenile Football Committee Chairman: Mick O’Connell Vice-Chairman: Ray Dooley Hon. Secretary: Padraig O’Connell Assist. Secretary: Damien Stephens Hon. Treasurer:… Read more »