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This report presents the preliminary results of an archaeological excavation undertaken at Claregalway, Co Galway, on behalf of the Office of Public Works (OPW) and Galway County Council. The works were undertaken in advance of flood relief works on the River Clare in Claregalway, Co Galway. Ministerial Consent (C437) was provided by the National Monuments… Read more »

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1-day Workshop at The Organic Centre, Rossinver, Co. Leitrim Saturday 8th September, 10am -4pm Would you like a pest-free garden full of robust, healthy, productive plants? Would you like to achieve this easily, sustainably and without toxicity? Registered homeopath Mark O’Sullivan will conduct a practical workshop exploring the theory and practice of Agrohomeopathy, applying Homeopathy… Read more »

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The strive to become more self-sufficient is often viewed in some quarters as inherently selfish—closing oneself off from the world and producing only enough food for your own needs (and to hell with the rest of you). In reality, I’ve found that self-sufficiency is in many ways a misnomer—as I’ve strived to become more self-sufficient, I’ve… Read more »

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Slug hunting is a grim task Slugs are having an absolute field day this year, because of the cool and wet weather which we’ve had to endure in May and June. Each night when I lock in the hens, I detour to the veg patch on the way back to the house to hunt slugs… Read more »

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Setting the Tone “Help, I’m a working mom!” I hear it a lot. It’s a common cry and one many women understand. If you are a mom, by definition you are a working mom. You don’t have to collect a salary; all you have to have is someone who calls you “mom”, and relies on… Read more »

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Welcome to our Summer Newsletter 2012 Our summer course programme is now in full swing and we offer courses on storing and preserving (8th July), companion planting (July 22nd), dry stone walling (30th June/1st July, and 11th and 12th August), natural cosmetic making (7th and 8th July), soap making (21st and 22nd July) and aromatherapy… Read more »

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We arrived at the secret filming location in Dublin with a lot of trepidation. The big day had finally arrived where we could share our business idea with the top business people in Ireland. We were looking for and investment of €70,000 for 25% of our business. As we arrived we were met by the… Read more »

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Courgette, Carrot and Hazelnut Bake by Liz Nolan, Nutritional Therapist & Weight Loss Management This makes a great supper dish or lunch served with a green salad. For a more substantial meal the mixture can be poured into a pre baked wholemeal pastry case and sprinkled with crumbled feta cheese. 2 leeks washed, trimmed and finely… Read more »

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Looking for a venue to host your dream wedding day? A visit to our 2012 Spring Wedding Showcase event between 12 noon and 6pm this Easter Weekend, Sunday 8th and Monday 9th April is a necessity to those planning their nuptials, so grab your friends or your partner-to-be and explore all that this stunning wedding venue has… Read more »

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Mayor of County Galway, Councillor Michael Maher was high in his praise for Claregalway Festival of Drama who completed their thirtieth year at Claregalway Leisure Centre. Cllr Maher added his appreciation to the hardworking team that made the festival so successful and to acknowledge their success in thirty years of Drama made a special presentation… Read more »

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Your Uniqueness I was recently strutting my stuff on the catwalk for Siobhan Carroll’s ACT meningitis charity along with the brilliant Ollie Canning one of Galway’s all time greats, and what a reception he got and it made me realize that we all have our own unique song to sing in life. Have you ever stopped to think what a brilliant, unique and… Read more »

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More and more people across Ireland have made the decision to Grow It Yourself. Whether it is to provide tastier vegetables for their families, cut out some of the chemicals in their food, save money or just feel a sense of achievement, many people are returning to their gardens and allotments to get growing. With… Read more »