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Strabane Herald
Easter Edition of the Strabane Herald - April 2012
TAXIS 16 Seater Minibus Available WHITE STAR Castlefin Tel: 074 91 46151 (From NI 00353 74 91 46151) 71-885995 71-882345 71-383838 NUMBER 1 FOR CLEAN QUALITY DIESEL 24 HOURS A DAY 7 DAYS A WEEK APRIL 2012 HAPPY EASTER FROM ALL AT THE STRABANE HERALD HELP JIM WIN `VOICE OF IRELAND' Douglas Bridge man Jim Devine is still well in the hunt for `The Voice of Ireland' title after successfully negotiating his way through the first two live shows at the Helix arena in Dublin. In what has been to date a nerve jangling affair the Strabane resident came through his latest test with his version of Boyce Avenue's and Rhianna's song `We Found love'. Jim explains, "It was one of the most wonderful feelings ever to hear my name called out as one of the automatic choices from the public vote, it just capped off what has been a wonderful week for myself and my wife Orlagh after the birth of our first child, Ella who was born on the previous Wednesday." Jim remarked that he now knows the road to Dublin as well as the road to Douglas Bridge having travelled it so often during the past week to be with his wife and new baby. "It was a really early start for rehearsals on the day of the live show we all had to be at the Helix for 7.30am and with an hour less in bed I don't know where we summoned up the energy but it was all well worth it in the end I have been running on adrenalin ever since." Jim will next appear on the live shows on Easter Sunday night and is again really looking forward to the experience, "The Helix is a really brilliant arena for the event although quite intimate in comparison to some other arenas, the sound quality within the hall is amazing, although when listening back to some of the performances it does not always come across quite as good on live television. The song choice is so important and holding your nerve is the key to everything, it is so nerve wrecking standing there waiting for your name to be called to go and perform your song knowing you only have 1min 30 seconds to put it over to the public!" "The judges remarked that they would prefer to hear me sing some country stuff and although I do love American country music, I do like to cover all types of music and I hope I have a wee surprise lined up for the next show." "Kian Eagan has been brilliant to work with and Jim Devine with mentor Kian Egan of Westlife.. has been really helpful throughout even if we have some small differences on choice of song, I really have enjoyed working and Learning from him." "Sharon Corr too has been very supportive of me and we have become good friends she has told me of her great fondness for the Lifford Strabane area where indeed her Mother came from." Jim goes on to acknowledge the huge support he has been receiving in recent weeks from people not just from the North West but from all over! Jim wants to thank everybody who has voted and supported and campaigned for him. He also wishes to thank the local media, especially the Strabane Herald for all the support and coverage he has recieved. So this Easter Sunday please support our Jim on his journey, hopefully it will end with joy. Jim has had an amazing time so far and he looks forward to meeting lots of local people and doing a few local shows aswell...good luck Jim! Border View Service Station TABLE UNBEALING STER ES! PRIC 24 Railway St. Strabane Telephone 71 880735 (048 71 880735 From R.O.I) TOP QUALITY FUELS ! AT GREAT VALUE PRICES Alt Upper, Castlefin Co. 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It's a nice boost, we're obviously doing something right, and it's acknowledgement to the staff that their work has of a weak economy, particularly in an industry that has suffered more than most. They've met this challenge admirably though, and this new award is testament to this. Edmund said: "We're finding that the amount of work out there just isn't what it used to be. We're just having to cut our costs to suit, and we're having to come up with new lines and new ways of servicing the community, it's keeping us on our toes." B. McNamee's hope to build on this success and hope the benchmark has now been set, and the standards will continue to be high: "We have kept up our high standards by winning this award for the second time and we hope to keep achieving more." Don't miss out! 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On 23rd March 2012 the Old Farming Ways DVD DAILY SPECIALS MONDAY TO SATURDAY ONLY �4.00 �6.95 SUNDAY CARVERY LUNCH ANY 2 COURSES FOR OPENING HOURS 12noon - 4pm Monday-Sunday The purpose of, `The Old Farming Ways', was to raise as much money as possible for the Ronald Mc Donald House, Crumlin and also for St. Vincent De Paul, Castlefin. When Mr. Grieve's grandson, Matthew, became unwell back in December 2006, the family learned of the importance and significance of the Ronald Mc Donald House, Crumlin and it is a place close to DVD Launch: Gerard Grieve, Martin from TCR, Sam Gallagher (SVDP) & Thomas Mc Kelvey (Vinage Club). their hearts after Matthew had to stay in Hospi- was launched and is now on sale in St. Vincent De tal for long periods of time. St. Vincent De Paul, Paul Shop Caslefin, Mc Granaghans Shop CastleCastlefin have continued to show support to the fin or email email@example.com. Grieve family throughout Matthew's long term The final event for The Old Farming Ways will be held on Friday 4th May at Mc Bride's Bar, illness. The first event of The Old Farming Ways hap- Castlefin. The night will consist of a presentation pened back on St. Patrick's Day 2011 when the of cheques to Ronald Mc Donald House and St. field that The Grieve family donated to the charity Vincent De Paul with live music and dancing. The was ploughed by horses, vintage tractors and more Grieve Family would like to encourage everyone to come along for a promised enjoyable night. modern methods. Following on from this on the 4th April 2011 the The Grieve family would like to take this opportunity to thank every single person who has helped field was then sowed. 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Nineteen year old Conor Breen, from Eskra was two and a half times over the legal drink-drive limit when he crashed into the car driven by Simon (26) outside Omagh last April. Mr Breen was jailed for three years for causing death by dangerous driving in court last month. Martina Glenn, Simon's mother, who was also injured during the crash, was appalled by the leniency of the sentencing decided to appeal the decision- with the Strabane community giving her their full support. Since the court hearing, a door-to-door petition is underway and a facebook page urging for people to sign the petition has already had 1,600 signatures with the aim of adding more. Simon's aunt, Ann Jef- ferson who founded the page said: "We are planning to take the petition to Stormont; I am in contact with a few MLAs who are giving us their full support on this. If this does not change the sentence that was given to Conor Breen, we hope that it will change the sentencing process for drunk drivers, this was an injustice for us." Speaking about the loss of Simon from their lives, Ann said: "Simon is missed so much by all of us. What we witness Martina go through every day is heart-breaking, there is nothing we can do but be there for her, Samantha Lili and Karen. They have had there hearts ripped from them and my mum is so broken-hearted. The last time she spoke to Simon he told her that he would have her sitting at the top of the table when he and Karen got married, with a big hat on. Simon was and still is one in a million and will never be forgotten. I will do my best along with the rest of the family to succeed in this. For Martina her life too ended the day Simon died." The support for the Glenn family is undeniable, one comment on the Facebook site reads: "Signed for Justice." 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Her soulful voice would send shivers down my spine, especially the Greatest Love of All, what a song. Her first acting role in The Bodyguard saw her fame reach new heights as it strengthened people's beliefs that Whitney was special and a woman with exceptional ability. Her death is not only a shocking waste of pure talent but a heart-breaking loss of someone who once had the world at her feet. Her success was not only on a magnitude of it's own but it also appears to have been her downfall. It was not a secret that Whitney had battled addiction, her problem with drugs seen her take a backseat in the music industry with her comeback in 2009 resulting in speculation that she had not yet defeated her demons. The star once said in an interview with Diane Sawyer that she was her own worst enemy and blamed nobody for her life spiralling out of control, her family did not agree, her husband was the source. Within a year the music industry has been hit with fatal blows after another music icon, Amy Winehouse, died in similar circumstances after her fight with addiction seen her hit rock bottom at a very young age. The passing of these legends can make you question if a life surrounded by fame and fortune is worth the luxurious benefits that come hand in hand with success? Both women died just before they were due to make longawaited comebacks and therefore it can be argued that the stress of ensuring you perfect every detail of your life, without failing could have been too much for their already weakened bodies to handle. It can not be denied that Whitney's legacy will live on in the hearts of her fans, and that no matter why or how she died her death was a tragedy and she will only be remembered for her contribution to music and not her personal battles. what i think... by Conroy Megan �16m Investment to help Rural Life PLANS were announced last week for a �16million investment from the Department for Rural Development to help develop quality of life in rural areas and increase the level of economic activity. By Megan Conroy The programme was announced by Agriculture minister Michelle O'Neill at a stakeholder meeting held in Stormont last week, where representatives from local councils, rural development groups and other rural partnership organisations, voiced their opinions and recommendations Sinn Fein West Tyrone MLA, and member of the Assembly's Rural Development Committee, Michaela Boyle said, "The `Tackling Rural Poverty and Social Isolation' framework and associated action plan will help target the causes of social isolation and help those in poverty in rural areas throughout the North. This is recognised as a priority area in the recently published draft Programme for Government and the framework also has a direct link to the Rural White Paper Action Plan." "The framework will help support a range of activities that will make a difference, most in collaboration with other stakeholders. These will include: improving access to transport; maximising access to grants, benefits and services; the rural support charity; rural community development; fuel poverty schemes; a Health Checks programme; a Rural Youth Employability Programme; a Rural Young Entrepreneurs Programme; a services for older people project; a borewell requisition project; and a small grants programme. "It is through these many interventions that our rural areas can continue to be sustainable. They will also help support the most vulnerable who are often forgot about but can make an enormous contribution to society." Whitney Houston was always honest and frank about how she lived her life. The tributes that poured in from fellow celebrities on the wake of her death, only defines that she was not only loved but had also been forgiven for her past misdemeanours. www.boycetravel.com Moorefield, Ramelton, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. 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Bill Kenwright presents Willy Russell's captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. The superb score includes `Bright New Day', `Marilyn Monroe' and the emotionally charged hit `Tell Me It's Not True' as Maureen Nolan, of the world-renowned pop group THE NOLAN SISTERS reprises her role as the tragic Mrs Johnstone. Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning BLOOD BROTHERS, and Bill Kenwright's production, having recently celebrated its 23rd phenomenal year in London, continues to enjoy standing ovations at every devastating performance. `A TRIUMPHANT EVENING... UNMISSABLE AND UNBEATABLE' THE SPECTATOR `EXHILARATING...ONE OF THE BEST MUSICALS EVER WRITTEN' SUNDAY TIMES Maureen Nolan (The Nolan Sisters) reprises her role as the tragic Mrs Johnstone. BLOOD BROTHERS performs at the Millennium Forum from Monday 16th to Saturday 21st April. 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Box Office: 71 264455 www.millenniumforum.co.uk To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) Page 4 January 2012 The Herald The Herald April 2012 Page 25 To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) Young fashion designer makes Get on your grand final of `Junk Koutoure'! bike for special needs school The dress pictured was designed by a local school girl for `Junk Kouture' which secondary school students will compete to create the most innovative and unique design possible. Designed by Carla Heron of St. Mary's Grammar School, Magherafelt, the idea was to infuse nature with technology to create an exciting and unique catwalk creation. The dress was started by collecting a range of various items from the local refuse centre; some of these items included plastic bags, ink cartridge packaging, circuit boards and other old electrical waste. The dress originally started with a charity shop dress that was altered and added to, to create the final masterpiece. Originally Carla heard about the competition from her art teacher and thought it was a great idea to create something for her A-Level piece as well as the competition. She then researched the competition and thought that it would be a great experience and so decided she would enter via the Northern region. The model, Aoife Blacklaws was chosen as she was a friend of Carla's and one whom Carla thought would suit the role and presents the dress well. On the day there was an excited atmosphere amongst all 73 contestants. The backstage atmosphere proved nerve wrecking however once the model was dressed and ready the nerves settled down before she took to the catwalk. Once on the Catwalk the model stated that "coming down the catwalk was an amazing and thrilling experience and the nerves lifted quickly once I stepped out onto the catwalk." All the designs on the night were fabulous, but we proved to stand out from the 72 other contestants as we made it into the top 15 and will be heading to Dublin for the Grand final on Friday the 20th April. The final will be both exciting and terrifying as we intend to step up to the mark to create a show that will leave the audience speechless The designer of the dress, Carla, hopes to go to London to St. Martin's Central to study fashion design and to further her knowl- A charity cycle will take place later this month to raise much needed funds for a local school which caters for children with special needs. By Kevin McAnena The event, due to take place on Sunday 22nd April, is part of the Knockavoe Needs You campaign - a drive to raise �100,000 for the school. The Knockavoe Cycle Challenge is the latest in a range of events, with several more scheduled to take place next month including a special gala dinner at the Fir Trees Hotel, and a Take Me Out night. The cycle is being run in conjunction with Strabane & Lifford Cycle Club, and participants can test themselves at three levels � a 20mile, 30 mile or 45 mile cycle. The course will start and end at the Fir Trees Hotel in Strabane Charlotte Caldwell is one of those behind the fundraising drive, as her son Billy attends the school � she said it's been hit by government cutbacks: "Most of these children need 24 hour care and supervision, and they can't talk for themselves but they deserve a better quality of life. The bus used to take the children on their schools outings is being cut, and these trips to the garden centre, or wherever, are the highlights of their weeks. It's a very worthwhile cause." The team also plan to build a special therapy pool and an intense therapy centre with the money, if enough is raised. Registration for the Knockavoe Cycle Challenge takes place at 9am on the 22nd April, and will cost �15. For more information visit the Strabane Lifford Cycling Club facebook page. Dress designed by Carla heron and modelled by Aoife Blacklaws. edge that the competition provided. The model in the pictures Aoife Blacklaws is the daughter of Clarissa Vaughan, Strabane. Any aspiring models out there who are looking for work please contact Barney Vaughan at the Strabane Herald 02871 886759 between 10 and 5.30pm Mon-Friday 18 BRIDGE STREET, STRABANE TEL: 028 71 884536 Adrian, Louise and Staff wish you and your families a 'VERY HAPPY &' PEACEFUL EASTER' EXCEPT CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY CHIP SHOP TYRONE WINNER OF 10 AND 2011 OF THE YEAR FOR 20 OPENING HOURS AS USUAL To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or Page 26 April 2012 The Herald048 71 886759 (From ROI) To Advertise 71 886759(NI) The Herald April 2012 Page 3 or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) The Biggest Music Competition in the North West is Back! Yes it's that time of year again Sounds Like Summer is back!!! Now in its 5th year we at the Alley Theatre cannot wait for another year of great music and we are calling out to all musicians to get involved in one of Northern Ireland's leading festivals for unsigned bands. Sounds Like Summer (SLS) has grown from strength to strength since it was launched in 2008, attracting bands and musicians from all over Ireland and the UK. Last year Derry/Londonderry musician Conor McAteer took the title winning the opportunity to shoot his own music video for his single Moonglass from his latest album `The Devil in Ether'. He had to beat tough competition though from other musicians such as Dan, Red Right Return and Zia Regime. SLS Finalist 2009 and 2010 Rainy Boy Sleep Conor McAteer went on to join other past winners such King Coma, Turbulent EDDY and Pavessi who are all doing very well touring around the music scene in Ireland. Other finalists that have competed in Sounds Like Summer who have went on to immense success is Derry's Wonder Villains who have performed at Glastonbury and at Radio One's `One Big Weekend'. Rainy Boy Sleep who was a finalist in 2009 and 2010 has now gone on to support James Morrison in his concert tours. The Alley Theatre is calling all bands, musicians and soloists to get involved. SLS 2012 offers a package of prizes including a portfolio of professional photographs for all qualifying acts, a performance fee of �100 for all qualifying acts. The opportunity to meet with music industry professionals including Andrew Ferris from Small Town America Records, Joe Duggan from Shine Productions and Jeff Robinson from Jeff Robinson PR and avail of one to one mentoring for 4 finalists. The performances of all 4 finalists will be professionally filmed for upload and the overall winner of SLS 2012 will receive post event mentoring from Small Town America Records and two days studio time. The qualifying heats are on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th, Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd June with the grand final on Friday 29th June. All acts shortlisted for the qualifiers will receive payment for their performance So if you perform in a band or are a singer songwriter we want to hear from you! Whatever you play from pop, rock, grunge, trad or acoustic the festival is open to all types of music. To enter SLS 2012 simply visit www.facebook.com/SoundsLikeSummer or www. alley-theatre.com or contact Jacqui Doherty on 028 71 884760 email email@example.com. Closing date is Friday 4th May. SLS Winner 2011 Conor McAteer Sounds Like Summer 2012 at the Alley Theatre To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) The Herald April 2012 Page 27 Page 8 January 2012 The Herald 28 April 2012 The Herald To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) TotalMusic by mickey ferry Picnic's got the cure for the Summer time blues Last month we looked at some of the big live draws in Ireland this summer, while also stating that news on this year's Electric Picnic festival would be forthcoming. Well we didn't have to wait too long: two days in fact and the first batch of the line-up was announced. As ever the festival takes place at its regular stomping ground in the middle of Stradbally, County Laois from Friday, August 31 to Sunday, September 2. The Cure diluted this year given that Oxegen, which attracts a mainly teenage to early twenties audience, has been cancelled. The additions of acts like Ed Sheeran and The Killers have been seen, by some, as an olive branch to the homeless Oxegen campers. But with Weekend tickets priced at 230 and Sunday day tickets at 99.50 (both with all those lovely Ticketmaster extras) it's hard to envisage someone forking out that kind of money for just a handful of acts, so the pipe and slippers brigade can sleep soundly in their campervans. So who else will be added to the list? Well one can only speculate but the Radiohead rumours won't go away and the line-up is still lacking the obligatory eighties synth-band and reformed New Wave act. A few more Irish acts, particularly some of the amazing acts from the north, wouldn't go a miss either. Derry's Wonder Villains (who have just returned from their first US shows at South-by-Southwest in Austin, Texas)? Lifford's Rainy Boy Sleep? Belfast's And So I Watch You From Afar? Derry's Japanese Popstars? Sure why not? Website and Album Launch For Pete O'Hanlon Strabane singer - songwriter Pete O'Hanlon has been very busy of late. Having recently released his latest album `Simple Equation', which the `Herald cannot recommend enough, O'Hanlon has now launched his new official website (www.peterohanlon.com), where all who appreciate the Strabane man's fine talents can keep up to date with all his latest news and gigs, with the addition of a fine gallery of pictures past and present. The new album has garnered acclaim across the board. American singer, songwriter and poet RB Morris said of the album: "Just like O'Hanlon's `Trick of Time' (record), I think it will be seen as one of the great documents of Irish songwriters/ musicians. It has more dimensions, more sheer Strabane's Pete O'Hanlon talent rendered, than anything new I can point to by any current artist, especially in the whole Americana swath, which of course all your jades like to p*** on, but which of course has more relevancy than all the stuff that makes them stand up and salute." O'Hanlon will begin the launch of the new album with a performance at Sandinos in Derry on Thursday, April 12. He will also be joined on stage by the Bluebells. It promises to be a very special night. The album is currently available in Cool Discs on Foyle Street. The new album is also available to purchase on the www.peterohanlon.com website via PayPal. Get hold of the album and get down to Sandinos on April 12. You'll not regret it. Admission for the Sandinos gig is �5 and it all kicks off at 10pm. move that sinks them. It makes from an extremely safe environment where anyone with any sense of danger about them simply does not get in the door. Controversy today is drug-related and that should never be championed or glamorised - it has left too many in the cemetery. And too many morons still buy into the `TV out the window' nonsense of the sixties and seventies. The real drama lies, just like it always has, in the outsider, the uninvited guest, the fly in the ointment, but such figures are an endangered species in the world of pop these days. The last genuine group of gate-crashers were the Gallagher brothers in the mid-nineties. With a guitar, a bag of cans and a heel of a loaf, they were rough diamond outsiders, who then reported back to us on how the other half lived until, naturally, they became part of the other half; it was fun while it lasted though. There are always outsiders floating around and they are capable of shaking things up again. They just need an audience willing to welcome a whiff of the unpredictable. So do not dismiss the daydreamer, the arrogant git who's up his or her own backside, the aloof strange lad or girl in your class with funny hair and funnier dress sense. These individuals are needed now more than ever because we can't depend on the same old hags forever. As the late Joe Strummer once said: "the future is unwritten." Let's just hope it's worth reading. money, with the mascara smudged legend that is Robert Smith returning to Ireland for what will be the first Irish appearance by The Cure since Oxegen 2004. Joining The Cure for the weekend are: Sigur Ros; Elbow; Ed Sheeran; Grizzly Bear; Orbital; Christy Moore; The Roots; Glen Hansard; The xx; Metronomy; The Horrors; Ed Sheerin Azealia Banks; Roots Manuva; Bell The rumours of The Cure appear- X1; John Digweed; Staff Benda ing, which we touched on last Bilili; Milagers; Alabama Shake; month, have proven to be on the Cranes; Little Roy; Hot Chip; Land Lovers; Baxter Dury; Jonathan Wilson; Solar Bears; Fatoumata Diawara; Willis Earl Beal; Lanterns on the Lake; The Killers; Bat For Lashes and Tindersticks. Naturally, there are more than a few names to be added to the line-up over the next few weeks, which is just as well because the list is still far from drool-worthy. There were concerns, also, from some festival regulars that the eclectic spirit of Electric Picnic, which attracts mainly a 25-plus audience, may be Blessed are the Bigmouths While recently browsing through the music magazine section at a store, I decided to take a step back and observe the front covers. Without naming the eight magazines in question, the cover stars were Bruce Springsteen, Paul Weller, Van Halen, John Lydon, Noel Gallagher, Morrissey, David Bowie and Kiss. All eight names are entertaining and blessed with a fine blend of wisdom, wit and controversy; however there is a problem here. With the exception of Noel Gallagher, who is in his mid-forties, everyone else on the list is over John Lydon fifty. It made me wonder where the young cover stars of today are. Are they simply being pushed aside by sycophantic journalists content to stick to the `old boys club'? If this was the case it would be easier to understand but it isn't that simple. When all of the above were in their twenties they were still making the cover of the monthly and weekly magazines, spouting humorous, passionate and venomous gold from beginning to end. I recently brought this issue up to a music journalist, who contributes to a number of magazines. He Metal Hammer down through the years. But then again, maybe they're not supposed to. Perhaps the problem lies in what people want from their pop stars and rock stars in 2012. Aloofness, arrogance, self-confidence and having an opinion are now all deemed as negative qualities. People dislike individuals who exude any of these traits, which is a shame. These qualities seeped into the very music and public persona of people like Bowie, The Stones, The Pistols, The Clash, The Smiths and even Oasis but now it seems that no-one wants such colourfulness and outlandishness from pop stars. Could it be that when a young audience is repeatedly fed an onslaught of conservative Stepford careerist clones they'll told me that interviewing contemporary musicians eventually become conditioned into assuming was like trying to get blood from a stone. He basi- that anything else has no place in popular music? cally implied that the new crop of rock stars and Morrissey pop stars are boring, vacuous and have absolutely nothing to say and simply want the fame without having to bother with what it takes to actually generate it. None of this naturally makes for a good magazine if such people are to be slapped on the cover. So what happens when the old guard are gone? Will the music magazine disappear too? The Internet has made life increasingly difficult for the monthlies and the weeklies. But as the music press continues to shift to an online existence it still requires content. Can the younger generation of musicians deliver it? Monosyllabic, scruffy, fidgeting bores certainly will not quench the appetite of those spoiled on the glorious copy The music business has been turned upside down delivered by all who populated the covers of the over the past ten years and the suits are absolutely NME, Sounds, Melody Maker, Vox, Select and terrified to make a false move as it could be the Paul Weller & Noel Gallagher To Advertise 2012 The Herald Page 2 April 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) The Herald 886759 (From ROI) To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 April 2012 Page 29 Lifford/Strabane CINEMAS TOP, TOP MOVIES AT ECLIPSE CINEMAS THIS APRIL! `Titanic 3D' History drama centring on a man and woman from differing social backgrounds who meet during the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic. Starring, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet and Billy Zane. Directed by, James Cameron. 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Release Date: Friday 6th April Certificate: 12A `Battleship' Action sci-fi centring on a fleet of ships that are forced to go to battle with an armada of unknown origins in order to discover and thwart their destructive goals. Starring, Rihanna, Alexander Skarsg�rd, Brooklyn Decker and Liam Neeson. Directed by, Peter Berg. Release Date: Friday 16th April Certificate: TBC Fir Trees Hotel �10 (adults) �6 (children) MEAL &MOVIE DEALS! MEAL &MOVIE MEAL &LUNCH Salad Bowl (Lifford) ONLY 9.50 MOVIES TO LOOK OUT FOR IN APRIL... 2nd April Birthday Package Eclipse Cinema Movie of your Choice! Plus... 6th April All for Only: 8.50 or �7.5 0 *3D S urcharg e Small Drink! Small Popcorn! Small Drink! Small Popcorn! Sweets!, Goodie Bag! Sweets!, Goodie Bag! Free Invitations! Free Invitations! Plus use of our Party Room for FREE! 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This year the Sports Forum have included ten categories, which they feel, will help capture other great achievement from within the District. The categories for nominations are: � Sports Star of the Year � Young Sports Star of the year � Manager/Coach of the year � Team of the Year � School Team of the Year � Young Team of the Year � Sports Person of the Year with a Disability � Club of the Year � Hall of fame � Special Award Chairman of Strabane Sports Forum, Aodhan Harkin commented "Amongst those new award categories we have selected a `Hall of Fame', which looks to recognise the achievements of past greats, who achieved success in their sport before the Sports Forum launched its awards scheme back in 2004". Strabane District Council invites nominations from organisations, community groups, sports clubs, schools, youth clubs and individuals, for the ten categories of awards. 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Photo by Gerard Mc Castlefinn NS team who participated in the B&S Credit Union Quiz held in Jacksons Hotel.PicHugh tured Front row (l-r) Jane Friel ,Shaun Frieland Truda Mc Daid.Back Row (l-r) Geraldine O Cloghessey (Principal) Tiernan Gallagher and Aoife Shiels (teacher).Photo by Gerard Mc Hugh To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) 4 INISHOWEN INDEPENDENT The Herald AprilJanuary 2012 3 | The Herald 26 2012 Page 41 Thursday, April 2012 Page PERSONALISED ITEMS WHILE YOU WAIT AT TSHIRT XPRESS PRINT W ITHIN THE PAST few months Xpress Print opened at Riverside Shopping Hall, Neil T. Blaney Road, Letterkenny. The outlet at the town's newest Shopping Location is located across the road from the Aldi Store. T-shirt X Press Print is a sister company of C&M Embroidery who are renowned for their custom embroidery and screen-print transfer design business who have been located at Lismonaghan for some fifteen years, only a few minutes drive from the town centre. Talking to proprietor Cathal Sheridan he explained that he had always planned to open an outlet in a location that would be more central for customers and when the unit at Riverside Shopping Hall became available he saw it as the ideal location to do so. Modern with ample car parking for customers the location is ideal and convenient for commuting between both businesses. MASSIVE RANGE T-Shirt Xpress Print at Unit 16 & 17 in the centre has a massive range of gifts that are ideal for any time of year. Every item in the premises can be personalised to your requirement while you wait. There's Mugs, Pens, Frames etc not forgetting the great selection of T-Shirts etc for all ages. Simply bring along your photo or logo and TShirt Xpress can have it put on the item of your choice for you while you wait. Since opening the new premises has been exceptionally busy and as Cathal explained both businesses certainly complements each other with customers who go to C&M calling at T-Shirt Xpress Print and vice versa. The Riverside unit have everything priced keenly and when you go along you will see for yourself the range and value that is on offer. Cathal's daughter Leanne is manager at T-Shirt Xpress Print so when you go along there you are invited to discuss your own individual requirements with Leanne where professional help and advice is readily available. C&M Embroidery have numerous gifts that will make the ideal gift and you can choose from their jackets, polo shirts, fleeces, work, trousers, tracksuits, sweat shirts, hoodies, hi-vis polos, body warmers and it should be remembered that anything that you want personalised can be done for you. For that someone special give them a gift with a difference and make it personalised just for them. Quality, service and value are guaranteed at Xpress Print. Unit 16 & 17, Riverside Shopping Hall Neil T. Blaney Road, Letterkenny Tel: 086 3433504 Email: email@example.com 42 April 2012 The Herald Page 2 April 2012 The Herald To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) Neil Delamere highlights an entertaining April at the Balor, Ballybofey This Month at the Balor we have an eclectic mix of acts starting with the reminiscences of Donegal's own Fergus Cleary, followed by the All American Country Show featuring Eamonn McCann, Joe Moore & Chris Logue. of theatre laced with nostalgia, sadness and lots of side splitting comedy. Balor Arts Centre, Ballybofey @ 8.30pm. Admission: 12/10 Sat Apr 14th balor arts centre main street ballybofey co. donegal ROI: 074 9131840 NI: 00353 74 9131840 Freddie White in concert An old school troubadour, Freddie White's live performances are nothing short of legendary. Freddie has been part of the fabric of the live music scene in Ireland since the 1970's and continues to attract new admirers while retaining a loyal core fan base. Whether interpreting songs by his favourite writers (Freddie's renditions of Tom Wait's Martha and Warren Zevon's Accidentally Like A Martyr are our particular favourites) or performing his own classy compositions, his live performances are nothing short of legendary. From busking in London subways at the age on nineteen to his emergence as one of the leading lights of the Irish folk scene to the present day, Wed Apr 4th Freddie consistently remains one of the most soulful, heartfelt and talented performers you will ever The Mothers Arms hear. Little John Nee � the man behind Rural Electric His ability to hold the audience in the palm of his and Dead Rooster Blues � returns with another hand in an intimate setting makes The Balor the incredible show full of music, hilarity and enter- perfect venue for a Freddie White gig. tainment. Welcome to Mon Apr 16th The Mothers The All American Country Show Arms Singing Lounge! feat. Eamonn McCann, Joe Moore Up in the and Chris Logue. hills in the middle of When it comes to pure country music it doesn't get nowhere...a better than this. dilapidated Singer/Songwriter, Eamon McCann has been one two storey building surrounded by tumbling sheds; of the top country attractions throughout Ireland dry stone, rusty tin, rotting timber and tar-paper, the and the UK for the last 20 years. On the night he yard surrendered to weeds... a quiet place where will be joined by Chris Logue - surviving member lonely farmers and weary travellers are drawn to of the world renowned Logue & McCool and Joe while away the empty hours. Moore whose recent performances on Glor Tire on It's been a long time since there was any singing. TG4 have underlined his talent as one of Ireland's The previous proprietor has been sent to prison. very best country singers. His daughter has returned from Louisiana to run Eamonn, Chris and Joe will perform their many the place as the banks circle like vultures. On a hits plus a selection from country legends such beautiful summers' morning a vintage automobile as Johnny Cash, Charley Pride, George Jones, struggles up the hill. Inside are a quartet of musi- George Strait , Merle Haggard, Conway Twitty, cians who call themselves `The Highly Strung Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Randy Travis, and Orchestra'. You just know that when they enter many more. The Mothers Arms things will never be the same If you're a fan of country music than this show again... is for you - with Eamon McCann's Great country This new show, a mixture of music and storytell- Band which now includes Fiddle and Steel, it will ing by Little John Nee, is a comic, musical helter- sound like Nashville has come to Ballybofey. skelter ride through a surreal but frighteningly believable rural gothic landscape. Weds Apr 18th Suitable ages 14+ We are delighted to welcome the dulcet tones of musician Freddie White on Sat Apr 14th and multi platinum award winning singer songwriter Liam Lawton on Wed April 18th. Neil Delamere brings his brand new show Restructuring to the Balor following previous sell out shows at the venue! Hilarious as always as he comes to terms with changes in the country, the world, and more importantly his living arrangements! and rounding off the Month with a long anticipated return visit by Limehouse Lizzy, Renowned for an action-packed pyrothechnic-fuelled explosion of a show, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive. Tickets for all shows are on sale now from the Balor Box-office on �NI:00353 749131840 ROI:0749131840 For more info log onto www.balorartscentre.com. Thurs Apr 12th www.balorartscentre.com Neil Delamere Fergus Cleary Liam Lawton APRIL ENTERTAINMENT AT THE BALOR Wed Apr 4th Thur Apr 12th Sat April 14th Mon April 16th The Mothers Arms An Audience with Fergus Cleary Freddie White in Concert The All American Country Show Feat. Eamonn McCann, Joe Moore &Chris Louge Wed April 18th Sat April 21st Sun April 29th Liam Lawton 20th Anniversary Tour Neil Delamere - Restructuring Limehouse Lizzy Adm 20 Adm 20 (4 for 70) Adm 15 Adm 12/10 Adm 12/10 Adm 15 Adm 15 www.balorartscentre.com hold name when his song `The Cloud's Veil' was used as part of all memorial services of the 911 World Trade Centre disaster. Since then he has recorded three multi-platinum selling albums on the EMI record label and has toured the world over. His music has been translated into six different languages and has been performed in concert halls globally. Hollywood luminaries such as Gregory Peck, Joan Cusack and John Malkovich have guested and narrated on three of Liam's specially commissioned works for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. This is Liams first appearance at The Balor and comes as part of his 20th anniversary tour. hints on how to handle the UK traffic police will be dispensed as well as sage advice on why not to pour olive oil in your ears. One of the sharpest comedy minds in the Irish comedy scene today, this born story-teller takes to the stage with his original brand of razor sharp wit and hilarious anecdotes making Restructuring a must-see for any discerning comedy fan. Sun Apr 29th Limehouse Lizzy Liam Lawton 20th Anniversary Tour An Audience with Fergus Cleary Fergus Cleary is one of Donegal's greatest characters, a consummate storyteller and natural performer whose honest, delicate and very funny record of Donegal life over the past 50 years is both a valuable social document and a great night's entertainment. An Audience with Fergus Cleary is a superb piece From Carnegie Hall to Chicago Symphony Hall, multi platinum award winning singer songwriter Liam Lawton is renowned for his unique sound and inspirational music. Liam Lawton is a unique artist whose music has etched itself on the landscape of Ireland and far beyond. Drawing from the sacred and rich tradition of his culture, Liam has found a contemporary voice for ancient longing and the quest for the Divine in modern life. His music is numinous and timeless and finds echoes in ages past with lyrics that are poetic and powerful finding a resonance in everyday life. Twenty years a performer, Liam became a house- Limehouse Lizzy, the world's No.1 Thin Lizzy tribute band, return to the Balor with their electrifying two hour show. Hailed as Sat Apr 21st `the best Thin Neil Delamere Lizzy tribNeil Delamere returns with his brand new show � ute band in Restructuring. Following the sell out success of his the world' last show, Neil Delaby press and mere returns with the admirers national tour of his alike, Limehighly anticipated house Lizzy new show, Restrucare fronted by Wayne Ellis, who is as close as you turing. Equally can possibly get to the late, great Philip Lynott hilarious on and off himself. Wayne's vocals capture that distinctive script, don't miss Lynott delivery brilliantly, while his bass playing this five star comedy is impeccably accurate to the original tracks. maestros return to The Limehouse Lizzy live show continues to roll Ballybofey. on at an exhausting rate with over 200 live shows each and every year , bringing the house down Restructuring sees time after time, gig after gig. Limehouse Lizzy are the star of RTE's regular visitors to the Balor. The Panel, BBC's The Blame Game and Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Channel 4's Stand Up for the Week come to terms with the changes in the country, the world and more importantly his own living arrangements! Handy Their shows are an audio-visual spectacular with their recreation of the distinctive Lizzy twin guitar completed by their famous mirrored backdrop, police lights and full pyrotechnic display proving a firm crowd favourite. To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) Page 4 January 2012 The Herald The Herald April 2012 Page 43 To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) St. Patrick's Day at Dicey's Bar HAVE A HAPPY EASTER Page 44 April 2012 The Herald To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) Lifford Road Raphoe Co. 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Naomi Brown, Fundraising Assistant for Diabetes UK Northern Ireland said: "Earlier this year we launched our Putting Feet First Campaign which highlighted the number of preventable diabetesrelated amputations here. We're determined to change this but we rely heavily on people to raise vital funds to allow us to continue our activities." She added: "This summer we are asking people to put their feet first, enjoy a family walk in the sunshine and help those who are living with this condition. Living a healthy lifestyle is also important for good diabetes control and walking is a great way to become more active and help to prevent Type 2 diabetes. I would urge anyone who is available on the day to come and join us." 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The ship was the world's largest passenger liner when it sailed from Southampton. Striking an iceberg four days into the voyage in the icy Atlantic waters brought the world to a standstill. Almost 3 hours after the fatal blow from the glacier, the ship made its way to the bottom of the ocean. The maritime disaster may have occurred 100 years ago with the story depicted on-screen many times but this year historians across Ireland and the rest of the world are undeterred in their campaign to highlight the importance of the sunken ship in history. RMS Titanic was built in Belfast and was homed there from 1911 until it made its first and last voyage in 1912. Although the ship was described as `unsinkable', Belfast city council have used this fact to their advantage with the completion of the Titanic Quarter, with an estimated �9 Billion investment in the site. Some critics have blasted the building of the quarter, with one on-line blogger questioning: "Why people take pride in claiming the ship was built in Belfast, I will never understand? Celebrating the loss of so many lives is shameful. It should be mourned not celebrated. Wasting that amount of money The new �90m Titanic building in Belfast. The Herald April 2012 Page 47 on that hideous site is ludicrous, especially in a recession." The story of the Titanic was firstly told to a stunned public in 1997 in James Cameron's blockbuster Movie. To mark the anniversary Cameron decided to capture audiences once again by releasing the film in 3D, which hit the cinema last week. Denying that he was using the date to add to his multi-million dollar fortune Mr Cameron said at the premiere: "I was fascinated by the story, the history, the people that were heroic, the people that lost their lives; I was genuinely touched by the tragedy when I was there at the wreck. I think the film is a good focusing agent for that at this time when we should be remembering the wreck and its message, the disaster and it's a message for all of us." Fan of the film, Laura Conwell said: "I have always been interested in the history of the Titanic, it would be unfair to the victims if they where not remembered, I loved the film the first time around and can not wait to see it in 3D." Belfast's most famous creation will be celebrated in an extended festival running up to April 22, details of events are available from the Belfast City Council website. 2 Bed & Breakfast & 2 Dinner 99 per person sharing 3 Bed & Breakfast & 3 Dinner 129 per person sharing 4 Bed & Breakfast & 4 Dinner 159 per person sharing 48 April 2012 The Herald Page 4 January 2012 The Herald To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) See these photos on NOW ! Strabane Herald FOLL O US... W Christy's Sports Bar Christy's Sports Bar Christy's Sports Bar Christy's Sports Bar To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL 2012 The Herald April 2012 Page 49 Frylite Ltd Orchard Road Industrial Estate Orchard Road, Strabane, Co Tyrone, BT82 9FR Head Office: Tel: 028 71 383 133 Email firstname.lastname@example.com Website www.frylite.com Frylite Forever Moving Forward After 24 years in business, Frylite, Ireland's leading vegetable oil supplier and waste oil collector, continues to grow from strength to strength. A constantly evolving vision for the future, spearheaded by Managing Director Eamon McCay, has seen the business successfully create further opportunities in challenging and improving upon existing industry practices, and all to meet the surging demand for their products and services. One such fresh development is Frylite's new venture into beef dripping, which comes deodorised in 10KG blocks of the finest quality and with an excellent frying life. This latest, much in demand, development accompanies Frylite's already large array of edible cooking oils, such as: Soya Bean Oil; Rapeseed Oil; Cremonini Olive Oils/Extra Virgin/Pomace; Frymax. Frylite offers nationwide coverage throughout Ireland via their strategically located depots in Coleraine, Craigavon, Dublin, Galway and Cork and Strabane, which is the head office base. They are also different from most other suppliers in the market in that they are able to offer their customers an all-in-one service. This involves the delivery of fresh oil to the customer's premises and the collection of the waste oil at the same time. So far, Frylite's customer base of over 7000 customers already enjoy the benefits of their unique oil management system. With fresh concepts and a fruitful eye on the future, the Frylite success story is set to continue. Their current project is the establishment of a state of the art used oil processing plant which, when complete, will bring the employee count to almost 100 at the head office location - an additional benefit to the local economy. So, after 24 years of great success and impeccably high standards of service, Frylite continues to be at the cutting edge and the forefront of the industry. Capitalising on this success, they will also be proudly participating in this year's IFEX event, which is Northern Ireland's premier food, retail and hospitality event, in Belfast's King's Hall on April 24-26 this year. Eamon McCay, managing director of Frylite. Frylite will be in attendance at IFEX - stand D17 Frylite will be in attendance at IFEX - stand D17 Page 2 April 2012 The Herald Page 50April 2012 The Herald INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL 2012 To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) HOLY CROSS CAREERS CONVENTION Employability Department At Holy Cross College, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship is a pivotal theme within our comprehensive and robust Employability programme for all Key Stage 3 and 4 students. The Employability Department works very closely with the Business Studies and Careers Departments in school to develop `enterprise' in its broadest sense, supported by Young Enterprise and the Careers Service NI, who both play a significant role in this quest. Together, we aim to develop young people with a `can do' attitude who inherently think in terms of customer service; can work effectively with colleagues; are creative in solving work-based problems; and who may consider self-employment as a viable career option one day but who will ultimately prove an asset to any prospective employer. To this end, the Department plans to introduce new Key Stage 4 employability qualifications to complement the academic capability of our students and to enhance and verify their employability skills, particularly in terms of their contribution to the local economy as part-time employees and trainees in local business organisations. We are always interested in developing our links with the business community and would welcome the assistance of any local businesses who feel they can contribute in any way to the development of enterprise and employability skills within our school community. Mrs Marita McCullagh, Head of Subject - Employability Skype meeting Business Studies at Holy Cross College The Business Studies department at Holy Cross College offers students a number of opportunities to develop appropriate skills for the workplace. Courses offered at Holy Cross College: the need for ICT experience for any students considering business as a career. BTEC in Business This qualification provides a starting point into employment in many of the diverse areas of business, including roles in specialist areas such as marketing, finance, customer service or human resources in large businesses, or a more general role in a small local business. In the two core units, learners will have the opportunity to develop the key enterprise and financial skills and knowledge necessary to enable them to understand how businesses recognise opportunities, and build on them to succeed. Learners will understand how a business makes and manages its money, and plans for the future. a critical understanding of organisations and their ability to meet society's needs and wants. Pupils are taught how to generate enterprising and creative solutions to business problems and issues. They become aware of the ethical dilemmas and responsibilities faced by organisations and individuals. GCE Applied Business (two thirds assignment based) Pupils gain a practical understanding of the practices and techniques used within management. They learn the processes, attractions and risks of setting up an enterprise, and become aware of social and ethical issues in business. The course contributes to the development of the skills required for success as an entrepreneur, manager or employee. Pupils have to apply numerical and written business techniques in a variety of business contexts. They also have to explore business problems and learn to identify possible solutions. GCSE Level GCSE Business & Communication Systems This course teaches the importance of ICT in business e.g. ICT data systems, date security and the use of software to communicate information. Pupils are also given the opportunity to make use of computer software (in a business context) e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, databases, power point presentations and webpage design. The Business Studies department decided to offer this more ICT based business course in order to recognise the changing face of business and A group of Year 11 Business & Communication Systems and Year 13 Business Studies pupils took part in a Skype meeting on Wednesday, February 29 with three US business partners from a business called Casart Coverings (Virginia, USA), as part of the "Export Clever Programme". The Skype meeting was held in Strabane District Council Offices. The pupils introduced themselves to the US business partners (Casart Coverings) and vice versa, before starting work on a research project for them. These Holy Cross College pupils will be working along with Year 11 Business Studies pupils from Strabane Academy to complete the research. The business partners want the pupils to look into the Marketing Mix the business would have to use if it was to enter the UK market. The BBC was greatly interested in the idea of two schools, from different parts of the political divide, working together on a project. The Skype meeting was recorded, pupils were interviewed and the enterprise was aired on the BBC's "Hearts and Minds" programme. A Level GCE Business Studies (all exam) This course gives pupils a holistic understanding of business. Participants develop Young Enterprise: Learning by Doing The Young Enterprise Learn to Earn Programme: � Provides students with an opportunity to explore and identify their aptitudes, abilities, and the things they enjoy doing, and to begin to match these with future careers � Raises students' economic awareness of the link between what they do at school and their future life prospects � Raises students' aspirations of what they might achieve in the future, and encourages them to make plans for future success. The programme helps students to gain: � Social skills -- raising motivation, participation in schooling and employability skills � An opportunity to begin planning for their ideal lifestyle and future career options � An understanding of the type of skills, knowledge and experience required to meet their future goals � `Hands-on' experience -- `learning by doing' through completing a range of activities � An understanding of their own definition of success and how to achieve it. Year 11 students who participated in the "Quick Start" enterprise programme Some of the Year 11 students who received certificates to mark their successful completion of the Young Enterprise "Learn to Earn" programme. To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL 2012 The Herald April 2012 Page 51 Allstate Strabane Part of the Community Through the organisation School Employer Connections, students from various schools in the area visit the Strabane office to do work experience. One of the participating students from Holy Cross College, commented "I enjoyed the experience of visiting Allstate, staff were very friendly and made me feel welcomed. This was helpful as I was very Allstate supporting our nervous about going. I would highly community recommend to Being one of the other students largest employers that have an in Strabane, interest in ICT to brings great visit Allstate as it responsibility, is an invaluable not only to our opportunity employees, but and allows you to their families to experience and community. working life in a The Charities large company Committee runs with advanced many events technology and on an on-going confirmed my basis. Recently Allstate Strabane Rides High in career choice in an Indoor Charity Charity Cycle-A-Thon. ICT". Cycle was held, the challenge for those involved was to cover the distance of all three Allstate Northern Ireland sites - Orchard Road, Strabane to Northland, Northland to Lanyon Place, Belfast - a combined total of 92 miles. The 18 strong team made up of staff members covered 152 miles, exceeding our goal of Students from Holy Cross College on92 miles, lasting 7 hours 24 mins site in Allstate NI for work experience. in total. Those involved were sponsored by employees, with all donations in aid of the Strabane Community Project, towards the running costs of a new van to provide a subsidised meals on wheels service to the elderly in the community. The Charities Committee also held a Charity Bake Sale and Book Sale which raised funds for organisations such as Cystic Fibrosis Trust, Knockavoe School, Allstate Strabane was at the forefront of Duchenne Muscular supporting those affected by Hurricane Dystrophy Research, Irene in August 2011. 21 Allstate staff Strabane Special Olympics pledged their time to take telephone calls Committee, Sion Swifts from Allstate customers impacted by the Ladies Football Club, Melanoma Cancer & Breast weather phenomenon. The dangerous and powerful Hurricane Irene posed an extreme Cancer Awareness. The threat to homes and businesses from North Charities Committee also Carolina and Mid-Atlantic to the Northeast supports St. Vincent de and New England. Paul on an annual basis with their Toys for Tots and Martina McNulty was the first Allstater Hamper Appeals. to take a call from a New Yorker with a damaged roof. Martina commented: `It is a new experience and you can only feel empathy for those who are losing their home in such circumstances, we are only glad to help.' & Karting, with a trip to the Irish Open planned in July. Employees can also get involved in clubs such as the Book Club, Film Club & Golf Society. The committee is also responsible for organising the annual Christmas and Summer parties as well as surprise treats throughout the year such as Valentines Coffee & Cookies, Easter Eggs & the Ice-cream Van visit in the summer. School Employer Connections Allstate Northern Ireland Allstate Northern Ireland is one of the largest employers in Strabane, currently employing almost 400 people at the Orchard Road site. Allstate NI is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Allstate Corporation, the largest publicly owned personal lines insurer in the US, providing insurance to almost 16 million households. Silver Status that the company had previously received in 2010. Bro McFerran, Managing Director at Allstate Northern Ireland commented "As a major employer in Northern Ireland, we understand the importance of health and wellbeing for our employees in helping us to retain and recruit the best talent to our organization. We have a saying at Allstate that it's not just a job it's a way of life, we And the award goes to..... want to make it easy for our employees to have a good work life balance that revolves around their family or leisure activities." Allstate NI's health and wellbeing strategy Stephen Farry, Minister for Employment and Learning takes into presenting the IiP, Health and Wellbeing Award to Deirdre consideration 4 Doherty and Melissa Whyte from Allstate NI. key areas: Your Money, Your Community, Your In October 2011 Allstate Strabane Health and Your Benefits. This was named `Employer of the is in addition to the competitive Year' at the prestigious Strabane benefits package that the company Business Awards. Allstate was provides employees including described as `....the business that Dental, Eye Care, Contributory gym proved a genuine dedication to the membership, Flu Vaccination, Eye development and welfare of their care, lucrative bonus schemes not workforce.' The award was a great accolade for the Strabane site and a to mention an extensive range of flexible working options. 2012 will direct result of consistent focus on also see the launch of a key strategy our people strategies: Training and Development; Employee health and to drive working from home as a viable option to employees, working wellbeing, Employee engagement, more unsociable shifts with the aim reward and recognition. of improving their work-life balance. The celebrations continued in 2012 It is anticipated that 20% of the when the Strabane site received Strabane workforce will be working the Investors in People Health from home by end of 2012. & Wellbeing Award, this was in addition to the Investors in People Allstate NI has locations in Belfast, Derry and Strabane, employing approx. 1,900 people in Northern Ireland. The Strabane office provides a range of business support services such as technical support, software testing and insurance policy processing, 24/7, 365 days a year, providing a first class customer service. `'Since the beginning of our relationship (2003) I have had the pleasure of working with many wonderful individuals in Ireland. I always comment to everyone I talk to about your lovely place in the world, that I have never felt homesick, out of place or uncomfortable. The business conducted in Strabane is a pure reflection of the people. I may certainly be bias and personally I have no problem with that..... But I truly believe there is no better place in the world for Allstate (and others) to conduct business and work with the people of Allstate Northern Ireland.'' comment from David Waid (Allstate US). Our People... We continue to emphasise training, development and progression. In the last 24 months, 100 employees have been promoted to higher level roles. We launched two new development programmes to employees; an entry level IT programme which provides extensive reskilling for Strabane staff to retrain in IT software development. A fast-track team manager programme has also been implemented for aspiring managers and leaders for the future. Hurricane Irene `Blown Away' by Allstate Strabane It's not all work... The Sports & Social Committee ensures that there are a wide variety of activities to suit all interests, including recent activities such as a cinema trip, kayaking, fishing trip, Grease at the Millennium Forum Allstate Strabane Kayaking Group show they're not afraid to get their hair wet! www.allstate.com/northernireland With winds of up to 80mph, power was lost in almost 2 million homes on the American East Coast, with the major New York airports closed over the weekend. The Orchard Road site continued to support this effort during the aftermath as the US started its clean up operation. 52 April 2012 The Herald Page 2 April 2012 The Herald INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL 2012 To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) Charles O'Doherty & Sons Ltd. Coffin & Casket manufacturers and funeral furnishing suppliers Strabane, County Tyrone O'Doherty & Sons, manufacture of quality coffins and caskets, is an independent family business tracing its history over three generations has been in existence for over a century and the legacy is being carried on. Charles O'Doherty, grandfather of the present owners, brothers Charles and Manus, was a leading manufacturer in the coach and trap making industry in the early twentieth century. A native of the town land of Ballyargas, Redcastle, County Donegal, young Charles served his time as an apprentice trap maker in Butlers Carndonagh before moving to O'Connors in the town of Strabane. Established 1908 Directors - CP O'Doherty B.A (Hons) ACMA, M O'Doherty NATIONAL TRAINING AWARD Charles O'Doherty & Sons Ltd is the first coffin manufacturer in UK / Ireland to have achieved the National Training Award. The National Training Awards (NTA) are the UK's premier accolade fororganisations and individuals that have achieved lasting excellence through training. NTA winners are exemplars of training and development in the UK; they are committed to exceptional training that has real benefits for the business, the community and the individual. Strabane Woman Margaret Woods with founder of O'Doherty Coachbuilders (which would eventually become O' Doherty Coffin Manufacturers) Charles O'Doherty. In 1928 the company manufactured the first ever diesel car in Europe to run to a timetable the company manufactured the first ever diesel car in Europe to run to a timetable. Around this time he met and fell in love with Commissioned by the Great Northern Raila lady called Margaret Woods. Charles way the wagon was employed for many was keen to marry but she insisted there years to ferry goods throughout Donegal. would be no wedding until he had his own With the arrival of the combustion engine the firm grew from strength to strength and business! soon Alfie and Manus (two of six sons) Coachbuilders joined their father Charles in the business. So in 1908 O'Doherty's Coachbuilders In 1954 the company was commissioned was in business and the order book was to build the first ever mobile dental unit, bursting at the seams. Margaret kept her which was officially handed over to the promise and in 1910 the couple married. then Health Minister, Tom O'Higgins, on As the factory's reputation grew offers 21st September. On its success, fleets of began to come in form some of the UK's transport were custom built to order. most prestigious companies. In 1928 The coachworks and the coffin manufacturing business complimented each other greatly until the 1980's when new legislation put pay to the former that had been the O'Doherty's main source of income for decades. However, with life's certainty being death there was hope that there would always be a need for coffins, so expansion in this area was inevitable. In 1977, Manus O'Doherty Jnr. joined his father. New manFirst diesel rail car to run a timetable in Europe, agement was formed built by Charles O'Doherty and Sons. Charles O'Doherty with three of his sons in the foreground, and staff. Circa 1925. in 1990 with the addition of Manus' brother Charles, who formerly worked with Coates Viyella. Charles and Manus soon realised that a more strategic approach to the develop- tiveness, flexibility, knowledgeable, skilled and adaptable workforce, were key areas in planning for the company's future success. Nowadays, a far cry from the days of hammers and nails, the company utilises high tech computerised equipment supplying an ever increasing range of high quality funeral products across the UK and Ireland. A short time ago in 2000 the company was a proud recipient of the Investor in People award and the following year was awarded the prestigious National Training Award. Today the company is continuing to grow from strength to strength concentrating on servicing new and existing customers within the Charles, Manus, Dr Sean Farren (Minister for Employment & Learn- UK and Ireland, investing in state ing) and Sam McCrea of Investors in People, at Belfast City Hall. of the art machinery and ensuring ment of the company was the only way all our staff training is of the highest califorward. Marketing awareness, competi- bre. Charles O'Doherty handing over keys for Ireland's first ever mobile dental unit to Minister for Health Tom O'Higgins. Left, Alfie and Manus O'Doherty. Strabane, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland BT82 8EG T: 028 7188 3361 F: 028 7188 5438 E-mail : firstname.lastname@example.com To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL 2012 The Herald April 2012 Page 53 Strabane's Export CleverTM Programme lauded by BBC Hearts & Minds For two years now, Strabane District Council has funded the innovative Export CleverTM Programme which aims to encourage international trade and export amongst young budding entrepreneurs and local businesses. The programme was recently highlighted by the BBC Hearts and Minds Programme because of its potential to increase international export and assist economic recovery locally. The programme has been funded by Strabane District Council's Economic Development Department. It engaged and involved pupils and teachers from the secondary schools in Strabane, namely Holycross, Strabane Grammar School and Strabane High School (and most recently the Strabane Academy in 2012). The schools agreed to work on a single joint project for their business studies class. They jointly chose to research a business called `Around the Table Games' from St. Louis, Missouri and help prepare it for launching in the UK market. Ms. Kamala Lakhdhir, the then US Consul General launched the Export Clever TM programme in Strabane in February 2011. A delegation including three Heads of Business Studies, the Council's Economic Development Manager, and John Magee, of International Business Initiatives undertook a study visit to St Louis, in February 2011. During their time in St Louis they met with schools, businesses, universities and chambers of commerce. The programme was developed by John Magee of International Business Initiatives. He believes that the most effective market research involves companies directly engaging with 47 Derry Road Strabane Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland Tel: +44 (0)28 7138 2204 Fax: +44 (0)28 7138 1348 Email: email@example.com www.strabanedc.com Councillor Karina Carlin, Councillor Brian McMahon (Chairman SDC), John Magee International Business Initiatives, Kamala Lakhdhir, US Consul General, Kevin Rowland - US Deputy Consul General Councillor Patsy Kelly, Geraldine Stafford Economic Development Manager, Councillor Rhonda Hamilton. the people living in the export country identified: "Small Businesses often forego any exploratory research of new potential export markets because of cost. This leads either to expensive mistakes or missed opportunities. A short, sharp research exercise by a native of the country will allow a small to medium business to make a reasonably informed choice Strabane Academy pupils with their teachers, the Chairman and the Consul General to "move on" or undertake further action. People buy goods and services. They are often influenced in their choices by custom and practice and can include items as such as unlucky colours or numbers. It is a veritable minefield to the uninitiated." Referring to the potential to engage local students in this process he added: "A great deal of activity by students on business related courses lacks context. A student may be asked to "research a local company" for example. This is poor use of the student's time, energy and ability. The student would be better motivated if tasked with a research exercise which is needed. Export CleverTM is providing a structured system allowing students within Strabane District to gain exposure to real business projects which are needed; and companies within Strabane District to quickly ascertain the potential of a new overseas market using local students." On completion of Phase I of the programme, Strabane District Council's Chairman, Councillor Brian McMahon, and the US Consul General, Ms. Kamala Lakhdhir, presented the students with an award certificate for their diligence in providing the business with a professional, well researched report which will inform the Around the Table Games Company in progressing their product for the UK market. As a follow up to last year's visit to St. Louis, Strabane District Council advertised widely for businesses to come forward who wanted to participate on the programme and work with the American Schools to market research their business. Two businesses from Sion Mills were chosen for Phase 2 of Export Clever TM Programme. Niall Speak of Direct Sound and Lighting and Nigel Collins from Risk & Claims Ltd. travelled to St. Louis accompanied by the Chairman of Strabane District Council's Economic Development Committee, Councillor Thomas Kerrigan and again John Magee, International Business Initiatives. The programme establishes an international business culture for the district. It allows local students and businesses to investigate new export opportunities at no cost and increase their competitiveness. It exposes local students to real business projects and develops their skills which will in turn benefit local employers. Following successful delivery of the first Export CleverTM pilot programme, the model has now been expanded to include other schools and other export markets. Both the Strabane Academy and the Holycross College are continuing to work on the programme. The Council recently hosted a Skype Conference for over 45 students from both schools and the BBC's Hearts and Minds Programme broadcast recording on the 1st March, 2012. Strabane Academy pupils with their teachers, the Chairman and the Consul General Holy Cross College pupils with their teachers, the Chairman and the Consul General Page 54 April 2012 The Herald INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL 2012 To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) All bids are on for eBay selling with Strabane District Council eBay Training has proved a phenomenal success with the public in Strabane District with large numbers of people availing of the chance to learn how to get onto the online market. Strabane District Council has been at the helm of training its businesses and individuals to go global and take advantage of eBay to trade online. The Council's Economic Development Department has now completed 5 courses with over 75 participants in the past year. The 2-day courses clearly explained how to prepare listings for eBay and how to maximise profits whilst minimising inputs. The courses were distributed throughout the district with venues such as Strabane, Donemana, Newtownstewart, Castlederg and Bready. The courses, conducted by Michael Hughes � eBay's highest ranked Education Specialist in the UK or Ireland � brought the attendees from `introduction to eBay' to `setting up virtual shops' on the advanced sessions with real live sales. The Council has been extremely pleased with the comments from those who participated on the training and the percentage who decided to explore enterprise through eBay, or those who extended their main street shops to trading on eBay, or those who dabbled at trading to increase their income from home. Michael Hughes, whose courses have been filmed and broadcast on BBC and who is a regular interviewee on radio stations on both sides of the border congratulated Strabane District Council for its "far sighted approach to the needs of indigenous entrepreneurs." The Chairman of Strabane District Council, Councillor Brian McMahon said "We have been 47 Derry Road Strabane Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland Tel: +44 (0)28 7138 2204 Fax: +44 (0)28 7138 1348 Email: firstname.lastname@example.com www.strabanedc.com Strabane business people at am SDC sponsored Advanced eBay course in the Regional College delighted with the response and believe that courses of this nature benefit local businesses and individuals who are keen to get into the online market." He pointed out that, "44% of the online businesses in the UK are based within the rural economy and portals like eBay permit small farmers and start up business people to trade on the world stage whilst leveling the playing field to enable established small firms to take on multinational companies and win." Strabane District Council is keen to deliver more regular courses to the public and will be targeting small businesses to avail of the opportunity to find new markets for their products. It will also be an advantage to some of our town centre retailers to get their unique or competitive products sold on the global market. If you are interested in being involved in future courses please contact: Strabane District Council, Economic Development Department on 028 71 381303 and ask for Maureen Devine or email: email@example.com Michael Hughes the first 5 Star eBay instructor in the UK or or email@example.com Ireland delivering a course on behalf of SDC Page 4 January 2012 The Herald To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) JACKSON'S HOTEL - ST PATRICKS FAMILY DAY 2012 Jackson's Hotel was a hive of activity on St Patrick's Day, when the Family day events kicked off with the Swimming Gala, sponsored by Jackson's Hotel, at 12.30 pm. A large number of children who learned to swim over the years took part. There was a very high standard amongst the swimmers, and there were records achieved. But enjoyment and fun was the overall winner on the day. Thank you to all the members and their families for participating in what all agreed was a great day out. Next was the Bonnie Baby Competition, kindly sponsored by "The Finn Valley Voice". The judge, Mairead Monaghan, had a very hard task as she agreed that all the babies were winners, as their lively personalities shone through. Thank you to all the families who came along, the judge and official leprechaun over the years, Penny O'Donnell. The children's activities started with the Bouncy Castle and Face painting and then ended with all children dancing their hearts out in the Kids Disco and attended the supervised Cinema Room. The Pet Show got off to a good start in the garden's of the Hotel, with the sun shining and the waterfall flowing. Only 12 dogs could win a special rosette in order to the categories of small dogs, large dogs, obedience dogs and movement of the tail. There were some beautiful pets put for the day dressed to perfection by their owners, and the children were an example to all. The judge Michelle from "Boarding Kennels" was very impressed by the care and attention given by them to their pets. Well done everyone. The Irish Music was provided by Vincent Barry Jackson owner of Jackson's Hotel with the two leprechauns Small Dogs Winners - Caoimhne Quinn with Snow, Laura Heeney with Penny and Denise McKinney with Wallace Danny Merrit with his dog Mia, 3rd Winner of Obediancs Kelly at the reception of the Hotel and Brian Mc Devitt in Joe's Bar and both were greatly enjoyed. The same happened with the Karaoke where spot prizes were given. While, the Irish Dancers look beautiful and danced their hearts out all day long, they contributed greatly to the enjoyment and atmosphere of St Patrick's Day. Thanks to all the dancers and to their parents, who dressed them so beautiful and provided the music. The Car Boot Sale was a great success with all kinds of goods on offer, and everyone agreed that they don't do it often enough. 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Holy Cross College have a staggering three teams through to the Umbro Northern Ireland Cup soccer finals. The school will compete in the boys' U16 and U18 finals at Ballymena Showgrounds on Wednesday April 25, while their senior girls team, who are current holders, will play their final at Moyola Park on Thursday April 19. The U18 boys play Devenish College, Fermanagh. The U16 boys face St Joseph's, Derry and the senior girls team play Our Lady and St Patrick's Knock. The Holy Cross coaching staff, Gerard Boyle and Stephen Donaghy, are naturally delighted with the success of all three teams. College and Strabane as a town to have three school teams doing so well. While it's great to see this success, I must stress that it did not happen overnight. All players have trained hard and consistently. This is now simply years of hard work bearing fruit." It is hoped that the people of Strabane can come out in force to the Ballymena Showgrounds and Moyola Park to support the teams. For the U16 and U18 finals in Ballymena there will be a 52-seater bus leaving from the town and also about 400 students from Holy Cross cheering the teams on. "Hopefully we'll have lots of local support because it is going to be a football carnival for the people of Holy Cross U18 Squad Strabane. Let's not forget the St Mary's Boys school team from the town who will also be participating in a big final on the same day and in the same venue as our U16 and U18 sides. The U18 boys kick-off "It is a brilliant achievement to get one team through to a final in a period of five to ten years but to have three in the one year is unbelievable" - Gerard Boyle at 10.30am, the U16 boys kick-off at 1pm and St Mary's Boys kick off around 2.30pm, so it is well spread out and quite the feast of local football," Gerard enthused. The Holy Cross girls team kick off their final at 12.30pm at Moyola Park, as they hope to retain the cup they brought home last year. "The girls will go into the final as favourites," explained Gerard. "However they are facing a very strong St Pat's Holy Cross U16 Squad Patrick Roarty (U18) "It is a brilliant achievement to get one team through to a final in a period of five to ten years but to have three in the one year is unbelievable," stressed Gerard, speaking to the `Herald last week. "It's an amazing achievement and it's great for Holy Cross side, which have had great results through the different rounds leading up to the final. Yet we also have a great group of girls, with a side that can boast five schoolgirl internationals, all at different levels over the years." It is now hoped that such a major achievement has given rise to an appetite for success that should hold Holy Cross College in good stead for many years to come. "If it helps us to push these young players on to the next level then that would be fantastic," explained Gerard. 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The play features an ensemble cast of local amateur actors and actresses, and is being produced and directed by Plumbridge man David Coyle. He said the production has a great community ethos: "This is something they do every year; they've been doing it for the last six years. They do it for the community they live in and totally for charity. For me that's the most important thing � they take their time Glenelly Players in rehearsals for their new play in the midst of everything else that they do, Tickets are available from Tuesday 2nd April and they come down to rehearsals for hours � Saturday 7th April at Glenelly House, Main to benefit their own community. Street Plumbridge between 7pm-9pm (but It's that connection with their own people, not on Friday 6th). that's the people who come and see them and spend the money that is then used to give to charity." To date �21,000 has been raised for charity, and David encouraged people to offer their support: "It's a very funny play. 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It was clear from the speeches that the children all care very much about the increasing level of waste in the district and beyond. They were concerned about the work that they will inherit as adults. The children all showed that they had researched the topic thoroughly and were able to provide detailed facts and figures about the waste problem that is causing increasing concern. They emphasised that we all need to make an effort to reduce and reuse our waste as well as recycling it as this will not only benefit our own country, but our children's future. The winners of the competition which was called Environmental Youth Speak were: 1st Francesca Gillespie from St. Columba's Primary School, Clady, 2nd Lucy Casey from St. Columba's Primary School, Clady and 3rd Taylor Conroy from St. Joseph's Primary School, Glenmornan. 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He more successfully? had noticed for a number of weeks that from the 6 to 10 ft Economists David Pope and range, if he had a putt for par, Maurice Schweitzer at the he would more often than not University of Pennsylvania hole it. Yet, he just didn't seem analysed more than 2.5 milto be able to convert the birdie lion putts in detail to see if opportunities at that time. He there would be any difference. felt everything he did in the way Their results were fascinating he approached the putts was the in that at almost very distance, same, yet the results were poles the conversion to SAVE par apart. I would guess a lot of you was statistically better than the reading this article may have conversion to GAIN a birdie! experienced something similar Why is that? What could be over the years. going on in our mind when the It never ceases to amaze me ACTUAL putt for par or birdie how golf can throw at you the has NO more or less value when most illogical and quirky stacounted together in an overall tistics, the likes of which have round of golf? no place in logical analysis. As One possible explanation for we all know, from the minute this is something called `loss you hit your first tee shot to By Shaun McGonagle Mind control when putting able with and when we start to look as though we can shoot lower than that we want to hang on to that possibility. We don't tend to keep pushing forwards and riding the wave of our excellent play. aversion', noted Psychologist Daniel Kahneman has written extensively about this and the fact most humans will do more to avoid loss than move towards gain. Loss aversion theory tells us that in effect, it seems to our human mind it is more painful to lose �100 than the equivalent balance of pleasure in winning �100. Pain seems to outweigh the pleasure. Could it be we subconsciously focus differently when we are faced with the possibility of `losing' a par as opposed to `gaining' a birdie. We somehow do more to avoid the loss than to secure the gain. Totally counterintuitive but it is something I have seen time and time again with players of all levels of the game. These unconscious drivers of our behaviour shouldn't have such a powerful pull but they do. Loss aversion could perhaps also explain how we feel so uncomfortable when we get to a point in the round when we are under par or playing below our handicap. Again, do we subconsciously want to `hold on to what we have' a bit more than we want to go lower and shoot a seriously good score. It is almost universal we all have scores we are comfort- What can you do about this and how can you avoid the mysterious drive that is `loss aversion'? For me, I see over and over again if I can get a player to become more concerned with his PROCESS before the shot and less concerned with the outcome, then results tend to follow. I often get players to `score' their process or their routine on each hole. If they have carried out a series of key steps before they hit the ball or stroke the putt, then they have done their bit. They have done all THEY can to influence the outcome. The more deeply we focus on the process to a shot as opposed to an outcome (score) then the more we are absorbed in what we can control. It is NOT easy and we have been conditioned for so long to be VERY score orientated. The more we feel we have a score in the bag, the more we become scared of losing it. 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With 3 games remaining Athletic are still sitting pretty on top albeit on goal difference from Killen Rangers but with a game in hand over their nearest rivals. So not only are they looking odds on for successive promotions they look good for successive league titles as well. Recent wins against Spamount Swifts (4-0) and NFC Kesh Reserves (1-2) ensure they still lead the way. The clubs final 3 fixtures are yet to be rearranged but will be against Glebe Utd at home, Strule Utd and Ardstraw Reserves away and will be announced on the clubs website and Facebook page when confirmation is received. SAFC Player Profile Marc Devine Age: 20 Position: Left/Right Wing Occupation: Gap Year from student life / Barman Club(s) played for: Sion Swifts underage teams, Omagh United & SAFC off course Club you support: The 2011/12 Barclays Premiership Winners: Manchester United :-) Favourite Music/Musician: Eminem, Coronas & Chili Peppers Favourite TV Series/Film: Smallville, One Tree Hill, House & How to lose a guy in 10 days Who is your favourite past / present footballer? Eric Cantona and the great one, Lionel Messi Who has been the best footballer you have played with and against? Best has to be Jason `Raver' McGrinder and haven't come up against anyone that fits the other criteria yet! What is your fondest memory in football to date? United winning their 19th title (Bel19ve) Who do you consider to be the best player and unsung hero of SAFC? Best would be Raver and unsung hero has to be Barry Porter - a rock in defense, even at his age. What other sports do you partake in and what position do you play? Hurling (Shamrocks, Strabane) & Gaelic Football (St Columba's, Urney) all in an advance/forward position. What footballer would you like to play or have played alongside and why? Lionel Messi, as he's unbelievable at opening up defenses with his bursts of speed, dribbling ability and his goals are something out of the ordinary - greatest player ever in my opinion! Do you think SAFC can progress into senior football in Northern Ireland? Definitely. If things keep progressing the way they are I don't see why not. Obtaining our own pitch/ ground is essential though. Finally, in one word what does it mean to play for your home town football team? Privileged Mulhern Cup Qtrs this Saturday Strabane Athletic made the journey to Enniskillen's Lakeland Forum just over a week ago to take on 1st division Enniskillen Rangers in the 3rd round of the Mulhern Cup and after a great fight back deservedly put themselves into the hat for the 1/4 finals after a dramatic penalty shoot out win. Some may say this was a bit of a shock but with Strabane on the brink on promotion from the second tier of the Fermanagh and Western it was more than expected from those who made the journey to support the team on the day. Athletic will now go on to play the holders, Ballinamallard United Reserves in the quarters which is scheduled for this Easter Saturday. All the latest news and statistics for the club can be sought on the clubs website - www.strabaneafc. com Strabane Athletic's Jason McGrinder shields the ball as a Kesh defender comes in. Flag Day The Flag Day was held on Saturday 24th March in town and was a great success as we raised �700. The club would like to thank all those that helped out on the day and for everyone who gave generously. All monies will go towards club development and promotional efforts within the community and beyond. name/team - 02871382271. The club are still interested in any business, company or individual who wished to sponsor a tee/hole on the day, at a rate of �25.00 per hole the club will promote you on their website, Facebook page and you'll also have a placard on the day beside your sponsored tee. All interested parties should contact a committee member to let your intentions known. Fermanagh & Western Division Two P Strabane Athletic Killen Rangers Omagh Hospitals Glebe United Strule United Lisnaskea Rovers Maguiresbridge Mountjoy Utd Res Spamount Swifts NFC Kesh Res Ardstraw Res 19 20 17 11 16 13 15 18 15 15 13 W 15 15 13 9 6 6 4 4 4 1 1 0 D 2 2 1 4 4 3 3 3 2 5 4 3 L 2 3 6 4 1 7 6 8 12 9 10 10 PTS 47 47 40 31 22 21 15 15 14 8 7 3 Under 16's The clubs under 16 team will kick off their league campaign over the next couple of weeks. Training has been taken place weekly and everyone involved are excited on what lays ahead for a talented bunch of players in their inaugural season. Good luck to everyone involved. All support would be warmly welcomed. Irvinestown Wand 20 Golf Classic The clubs annual Golf Classic is next on the calendar. It will be held at Strabane Golf Club on Sunday 22nd April. More details on the event will be release over the coming weeks but anyone interested in competing can contact Strabane Golf Club to register their Good Luck to HCC The club would like to wish all the Holy Cross College teams the best of luck in the N.I Schools Cup finals which are coming up in April. John McLaughlin comes away with the ball after an attempted lunge by a Kesh player. Lee Conwell shoots up the left flank. Page 4 January 2012 The Herald To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or Herald April 2012 Page 61 The 048 71 886759 (From ROI) ANXIETY and PANIC Anyone who knows me or has read my articles will appreciate that I believe the mouth is not for breathing. I believe that the only way to breathe is in and out through the nose - whatever you happen to be doing. Whenever some people breathe through their mouths their bodies will have to compensate for the fact that they have bypassed the primary filter, (the nose), by creating excess mucus through the sinuses in a vain attempt to produce a secondary filter in order to prevent overwhelming the immune system with whatever nasties may be contained in the incoming air. This can lead to the sinuses becoming infected and cause great annoyance and discomfort. Other mouth breathers may simply become anxious and acute mouth breathers may suffer full blown panic attacks. There are many different theories why some people take panic or anxiety attacks. My experience has taught me that hyperventilation can be the primary cause of the condition. Hyperventilation is simply breathing more than the body needs. We are all too aware these days of the detrimental effects that eating or drinking more than the body needs can have on the human system. Over breathing can also have a negative impact on our health? Many of us experience situations when we think that we are not getting enough breath and when we feel breathless believe that the best thing to do is to breathe more. Actually it is much more helpful when you teach yourself to breathe less in such circumstances. Instead it can be useful to practice this simple exercise :Breathe in through the nose, out through the nose, hold your breath on the out breath and hold your ...write your own story! Workshops & Seminars nose for a count of 5. Then let go of your nose and recover, breathing gently in and out through the nose. Repeat breath holding and letting go in this manner until the anxiety or panicky feeling subsides. With practice you will get really good at this and your will find that learning to reduce your breathing is one of the easiest ways to control how you feel. If holding your breath for a count of 5 seems stressful to you, hold it for a count of two or three and repeat this process. The aim of the exercise is to reduce the volume of breath and allow yourself to calm in a more natural way. By breathing more you are increasing the volume of breath and oxygenating the panicky `fire' as it were, and making it `burn' even more furiously. By holding your breath you are intro- ducing carbon dioxide to the `fire' which has the effect of putting it out. As a preventative measure it is useful to reduce your breathing at every opportunity. When driving in the car do some breath holds and when walking, hold your breath for a few steps and repeat the exercise regularly as you walk along. Always remember to keep your mouth closed when walking and if this is too stressful simply slow the pace down or rest for a little until you feel comfortable again. Remember breathing through the mouth is never an option. Have a go and enjoy being able to control how you feel. 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The new Suzuki franchise joins the Eglinton site, alongside Donnelly & Taggart's other motor manufacturers, Peugeot, Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, Renault, Nissan and Volkswagen & Motorstore. Throughout the build over the past few months customers have regularly called in to see when they would be open for business as they couldn't wait to purchase their new Suzuki. VAT FREE SUZUKIS Donnelly & Taggart Suzuki is currently running some of the strongest offers available in the car market. These include the new Suzuki Alto from �6,666, the Suzuki Splash from �7,777 and the Suzuki Swift from �8,888. Donnelly & Taggart Suzuki is offering huge savings when you buy any model from the Alto, Splash or Swift small car range. They will take care of the VAT, leaving you free to make the most of striking style, maximum manoeuvrability and fantastic features at a more affordable price than ever before. `Our Provincial coverage is important for the manufacturers we partner but also for our customers, who have ongoing sales, servicing and parts requirements. It is reassuring for Suzuki owners in the North West that we are just around the corner and that we are still able to give that individual attention to customer care', said Houston Taggart, Company Director. Donnelly & Taggart Suzuki has all ready managed to gain a lot of attention from the locals. Victor-Pollock-Sales Director & Brent Crawford Suzuki Sales in partnership with them in and I feel that we are well- requirements. These cars are not just affordable to buy � placed to add excellent value to their existing customer Donnelly & Taggart will also be announcing the arrival they're affordable to run too, with fuel con- base and help them grow market share.' of another new dealership at the end of March. sumption of up to 74.3mpg* for the Alto, Up to 78.5mpg* for the Swift Diesel and up to Donnelly & Taggart feel this is a great time to enter The Donnelly Group work in partnership with 16 62.8mpg* for the Splash, (*based on com- the local market with the Suzuki franchise. Recent fig- manufacturers across Northern Ireland, including Land bined cycle). What's more, lower emissions ures have shown growth in the car market based on last Rover, Toyota, Volkswagen � both passenger and comare great news for the environment and even year's figures, and with New Suzuki's available from mercial vehicles, Renault and Mitsubishi as well as the better news for your budget, with road tax �6,666 the Directors are delighted to unveil their new Motorstore brand which focuses on quality used cars. starting at just �20 per year. showroom. For more information and to here more about the latest Commenting on this recent addition to the Aftersales service is what Donnelly & Taggart really Suzuki Offers across New & Used vehicles, Parts or Donnelly & Taggart portfolio, Victor Pollock, focus on. The Directors are delighted to be able to offer Servicing please call Donnelly & Taggart Suzuki Team Sales Director, `Suzuki is a prestigious brand all current North West Suzuki owners a local dealership on 028 7181 3024 or log on to www.donnellygroup. and I am personally delighted to be working which can look after all their servicing and warranty co.uk/Suzuki The Suzuki Swift, Splash and Alto. Big in fuel efficiency, small on road tax and now completely VAT free. Donnolly & Taggart Suzuki Showroom at Eglinton Page 4 January886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) To Advertise 71 2012 The Herald Donnelly & Taggart joins Forces with Fiat Donnelly & Taggart Eglinton have recently announced further expansions with the news of Fiat & Fiat Professional joining the multi-franchise site this Spring. The region's third biggest car dealership network has completed a deal with Fiat that will see it spearhead a major sales push from the brand in Northern Ireland. "Fiat is a sleeping giant in Northern Ireland where its market share is well below the UK average," said Victor Pollock, Sales Director Donnelly & Taggart. "The potential is there to grow Fiat in the North West," he added. With an improved and expanded dealer network, Donnelly & Taggart Eglinton believe the Fiat brand, which features a range of stylish, well-engineered, and economical cars will be a big hit with the Northern Ireland public. Victor Pollock said the move would herald a new and exciting era for the Italian marque in the North West. "Fiat has always done quite well in our Belfast branch, but hasn't done well in the country because the dealerships haven't been there. We are going to change that," he said. `The Donnelly Group is unique in Northern Ireland with our province wide approach to sales and service as we appreciate that not everyone with motoring needs lives in the Belfast area. Donnelly & Taggart will be the sole Fiat dealership network in the region with the group planning to provide a group and region-wide service to Fiat Group customers for the first time'. "Fiat has developed a great reputation in recent years for making some very eye-catching, fun, and well engineered cars. You just have to look at the Fiat 500. Pound for pound, we think it's the best looking and most desirable car around. Everyone just wants one," he added. "Fiat also has TwinAir technology which means engines with good performance and really impressive economy. Fiat has the lowest average CO2 To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 April 2012 Page 63 The Herald 886759 (From ROI) emissions of any brand and we all know that zero emissions means Zero Road Tax. These are the cars that people want to buy nowadays." "We are already getting customers enquiries from far and wide and we have only recently opened," he said. The message from Donnelly & Taggart is that Fiat brands represent a very exciting opportunity for the Donnelly Group in Northern Ireland and we can expect to see many more of them on our roads in the years ahead. For more information on the New & Used Fiat & Fiat Professional range please call the Fiat Sales team at Donnelly & Taggart Eglinton on 028 7181 3038 or log on to www.donnellygroup.co.uk Victor Pollock Sales Director, Charlie O'Donnell Fiat Sales Manager & Houston Taggart, Managing Director pictured in the newly opened Donnelly & Taggart Fiat Showroom in Eglinton Charlie O'Donnell Fiat Sales Manager, Victor Pollock Sales Director, Houston Taggart, Managing Director and Eddie Murray Director pictured outside the newly opened Donnelly & Taggart Fiat Showroom in Eglinton Page 64 April 2012 The Herald To Advertise 71 886759(NI) or 048 71 886759 (From ROI) We're Online... www.x-cat.co.uk The Catalogue Clearance Company BEDDING ELECTRICAL FURNITURE SPORTS GARDENING D.I.Y. 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