No Happy Christmas for Family Carers
Since the recession began family carers have feared what they would face in the budget. What was austerity for the community at large hit the carers harder. Each year The Carers Association lobbied hard. We presented pre budget submissions and they were well attended by elected members. We talked with them and they seemed to […]
Rocking Roasties for your Christmas Table
The AA Chef’s Christmas Crackers A good roastie is hard to come by, but one thing is certain; if you can master the art of making great roast potatoes then you’re one step closer to having the perfect Christmas dinner. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside – pure perfection! Fear not, we’re […]
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New Aviation Education Programme launches in January
Investing in yourself for 2015? College Ireland and ITB launch the Higher Cert in Business Mgt (Aviation) this January. Fancy yourself in Aviation? Are you finding its a while since you studied a course that really got you all fired up?- Does your mind need some TLC? Do you need to shake up your thinking? […]
Back to basics with board games this Christmas
A survey has revealed that 67% of people would prefer to buy Irish products when buying gifts this Christmas. The survey, carried out by Waterford-made board game 30 Seconds, also revealed that spending quality time with family and friends is a top priority amongst most. 90% of people want to spend more quality time […]
Top Starters for a Turkey and Ham Dinner
The AA Chef’s Christmas Crackers Turkey, ham, and mince pies…some things are expected when it comes to Christmas dinner. In saying that, there are others that aren’t so predictable. Let’s take the starter for example; this is where things get a little more interesting and that’s why we left it to the professionals to offer their […]
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AA WEATHERWATCH – WEATHER WARNING
The following weather warning has been issued by Met Éireann for Ireland. Very cold tonight with lowest temperatures falling back to minus 3 or minus 4 degrees, with widespread frosty conditions, ice in parts too. Some wintry showers in the northwest, mainly for higher ground here, but some flurries on lower levels here too. Valid from 13:00 hours Fri, […]
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AA WEATHERWATCH – WEATHER ALERT
The following weather alert has been issued by Met Éireann for Ireland. Icy stretches will occur on footpaths and untreated road surfaces during Friday morning. Valid from 03:00 hours Fri, 12-Dec-2014 Valid until 10:00 hours Fri, 12-Dec-2014 Source: http://www.met.ie/nationalwarnings/default.asp
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Public transport over Christmas: what do I need to know?
Many of us will be relying on public transport to get out and about over the Christmas and New Year period. If you are hoping to avoid long delays and busy car parks, or to get home late after your Christmas parties, then read on for details of extra services and schedule changes for Dublin Bus, […]
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AA WEATHERWATCH – RAINFALL WARNING
The following rainfall weather warning has been issued by Met Éireann. Heavy rain this afternoon, this evening and overnight tonight is expected to bring accumulations of more than 25mm to Munster and south Leinster. Valid from 15:00 11-Dec-2014 until 03:00 12-Dec-2014 Source: http://www.met.ie/nationalwarnings/default.asp
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Almost 1/3 witness signs of joyriding in last month
Nearly 1 in 3 people in Ireland have witnessed joyriding within the last month, according to our latest poll results. Among the most common manoeuvres reported by the 9,500 people who participated were ‘wheel-spins’ and ‘doughnuts’ – where drivers spin their wheels around on the spot. A further 16% of those we polled said they had witnessed the boy […]
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