Lifestyle

FROM an extremely young age, I firmly resolved to remain unaffected by what the neighbours say. To this day, it astonishes me how people are inhibited, restricted and virtually paralysed in their natural inclinations by the over-riding fear of what others might say about them.

A NUMBER of years ago, there was a western series on RTÉ called Alias Smith and Jones, which told the story of two outlaws who wanted to reform and who arranged a secret deal with the Governor of their state, whereby he would pardon them if them did not commit any crimes. At the end of each episode, they were on the run again.

CROWDS braved the elements on Saturday afternoon to support the return of the Clarecastle Regatta.As a group gathered to take part in the 10km road race, conditions were dry but not much of a distance was complete when the rain started.

FOUR Clare primary schools took part in the Greenwave 2010 project – a mass science experiment, which involves tracking the movement of spring across Ireland.

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SOME of the life priorities of people with a learning disability have been shared with service providers, parents, educators and the wider community in a unique project, including a film, undertaken by the National Federation of Voluntary Bodies and Trinity College.

THE ongoing concerns on the future of the military camp in Lahinch can be put to one side, at least for the next number of years.The assurance was given by Defence Minister Tony Kileen during the week, despite the specific recommendation under the McCarthy Report that most of the army site in Lahinch be sold and that only portion be retained as part of the programme to raise much-needed cash for the Exchequer.On a visit last Monday to the week-long Reserve Defence Force annual training camp in Lahinch, Minister Killeen said that had it been decided to follow through with the McCarthy Report recommendation, it would not have been possible to hold this week’s training camp there because of the size of the communications equipment and satellite system being used by course participants.  Minister Killeen told The Clare Champion that no progress was made in regard to the McCarthy Report recommendation for Lahinch. “The site has not been valued and …

BLOSSOMING brides will have the opportunity to check out the latest fashion in the gorgeous surroundings of the Bunratty Castle Hotel this weekend as the iconic hostelry holds its wedding fair. On Sunday from 1pm to 6pm, visitors will have the opportunity to visit the hotel, including its Castle Suite, as well as its Deirdre Suite for civil ceremonies. It will also showcase its leisure club and luxury Angsana Spa, while the hotel is offering the opportunity for visitors to win 20% off their wedding.  The fashion show on the day will feature a range of styles, selected and modelled by the Celia Holmen Lee Agency. There will be bridal wear from Scarlett and knitwear by Caroline Mitchell, as well as ladies fashions from Sinead’s Fashions in Annacotty and Ennis’s Ella Maria. Men’s formal wear from Tony Connolly Menswear will also be shown. The fair will also feature a selection of stands and exhibits from wedding providers including florists, photographers, …