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Waterford news 1939 the necessity for a city bus service 

The necessity for a city bus service, a subject which was discussed at the last meeting of the Waterford Worker's council, has been referred to frequently in the columns of the "News" for the past twelve months, and some letters bearing on the matter from residents in the new housing area have been published. There is no doubt that such a service would be a great boon to hundreds of people who have gone to live in Slievekeale and Congress Place etc., especially to the working men employed in factories far removed from these places of abode. The service would also be of great convenience to housewives who do their shopping "down the town." For instance, if a woman living "up the roads" at the present time has to make some

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Supporters Are Reminded to Register in Advance for Fundraising Packs

Calling all Parents, the National Children's Hospital are happy to announce details of the National

Pancake Party 2011 initiative which takes place this year from the 4th to the 8th of March.

This is the sixth year of the initiative which invites parents, children, schools and offices to host their own Pancake Party in aid of the National Children's Hospital.

A newly designed free fundraising pack which contains all the information you will need to host your own party is available by registering online at www.pancakeparty.ie or by calling (01) 414 2375. This fun pack, which features a new suite of Pancake Family characters, includes colourful party posters

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The team at the island retreat of Waterford Castle and their award winning Executive Chef Michael Quinn have come up with a unique offer which will melt the hardest of hearts. For couples who book into the island's exquisite lodges, Michael will lovingly prepare dishes right up to the point of popping them into the oven or onto the pan. All you have to do is follow his simple instructions and you will enjoy Michael's marvellous candlelit meal in the stunning surroundings of the island lodge. 

"If you are comfortable in the kitchen I promise you'll have fun preparing this meal in your lodge and you'll get a lot of brownie points from your other half too!" says Michael Quinn. "In my instructions I'll be revealing a few trade secrets. From searing the Kilmore Quay scallops to preparing the Comeragh Mountain

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Last chance to submit recipes for Flahavan's Challenge

The deadline for the Flahavan's Challenge, 28th February, is fast approaching. To be in with a chance of winning €1,500, enter your favourite oat-based recipe or porridge dish today and get the taste buds tingling.

Demonstrate your flair for flavour and innovative culinary skills in two categories - The Perfect Porridge and The Oat Combo, the tastiest oat-based dish.

Simply enter your delicious dishes via www.flahavans.com or post them to E Flahavan & Sons Ltd. Porridge-Making Challenge, Kilnagrange Mills, Kilmacthomas, Co Waterford. The winning recipe in each category will receive a top prize of €1,500*, with the runners up winning €500* each.

The Flahavan's Challenge is an All-Ireland competition. Recipe entries along with preparation methods and photographs must be submitted.

"Oats are a versatile ingredient that can be added to countless recipes to give texture and

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With Breda Gardner Homeopath, lcph, mcos, rgnHealth Therapies Clinic13 Gladstone Street, Waterford.Tel: 051 - 858584.Insight Natural Health Clinic19 Upper Patrick St, KilkennyTel: 056 7724429

Breda Gardner runs busy natural health clinics in both Waterford and Kilkenny. She also presents monthly positive living seminars in Kilkenny. A native of Galway, Breda worked as a nurse for many years before studying a range of complementary therapies, including homeopathy, iridology, muscle–testing and nutrition.

Homeopathy for first aid

Homeopathy is an exceptionally safe and powerful form of medicine that treats the whole individual. Since its birth over 200 years ago, homeopathy has benefitted many millions of people, young and old, and from all walks of life!

My family and I have been using homeopathy for over 15 years, since I first started training as a homeopath. We use it for coughs,

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On Wednesday, February 23rd Dooley's Hotel on the Quay will host a free information evening on care options for seniors. "Care Choices for Seniors" will feature a selection of talks from experts in the areas of senior care and will address topics such as the "Fair Deal" process for Nursing Homes, will advise on choosing home care and provide guidelines for employing a carer.

The initiative is the brainchild of Danette Connolly of Home Instead Senior Care. According to Danette there is a lot of confusion surrounding care options for seniors. "Many seniors and their families are confronted with having to choose some form of care as they get older. Depending on an individual's health, wellbeing and outlook, there are many different

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Waterford Today's resident guinea pig at it again!

In a bind

So, you've done the new year's resolution bit, but quite frankly January is gone and so is your resolve to walk/jog/cycle 5 miles a day and stay away from the cookie jar. You're so over it, especially seeing as the effort you did make for the last few weeks returned surprisingly few results. Isn't it amazing how a bit of turkey and ham plus a few drinks and the odd dip into the tin of roses can cause an extra layer of blubber that a month of sensible eating and exercise barely makes a dent in! It's enough to make you give in . . . almost.

Wouldn't it be great to give yourself a kickstart, just drop a couple of pounds to keep the impetus going and stop your resolve from

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The Cottage Bistro, Cheekpoint receives Elite membership to 2011 BIM Seafood Circle

The Cottage Bistro has received coveted membership to the prestigious BIM Seafood Circle for 2011. Aidan and Duncan McAlpin were presented with their plaque in their premises in Cheekpoint, Co. Waterford.

The Seafood Circle was developed by BIM to support and champion hospitality and retail outlets that continually offer excellent quality seafood and service to their customers. The Seafood Circle plaque is presented to members on an annual basis and BIM encourages customers to seek outlets with this badge of honour in order to be assured of the best seafood available.

Lorraine O'Byrne, BIM, congratulated The Cottage Bistro, "Customers can be assured that anyone who attains membership of the Seafood Circle will offer an exceptional seafood

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FG plans can only lead to increases in bus and train fares – Kenneally

"A hidden, but significant part, of the Fine Gael fiscal plans announced will lead to increases in bus and train fares for Waterford people," according to Waterford Fianna Fáil TD Brendan Kenneally.

"I believe that people who use public transport are entitled to see the full picture from Fine Gael in terms of the increases in fares."

"In the plans outlined by Enda Kenny and Michael Noonan they said that they would cut "at least" €100 million to transport operators. What they do not spell out is that this will have direct implications for the paying public who use public transport."

"Fine Gael has attempted to hide this stealth charge within their plans. For too long they have been quick to criticise but when called upon to produce a

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"90% of my business comes directly from my ad in Waterford Today" - Billy Walsh School of motoring

Local businessman Billy Walsh, of Billy Walsh School of Motoring is 30 years in business, covering Waterford and Tramore. He's been advertising with Waterford Today for some years and we asked him recently if he's happy with his advertisement.

"I've been in business in Waterford for 30 years and have been advertising in Waterford for the majority of that time. I've tried other forms of advertising locally but none were as effective.

"I'm very happy with the results from my ad in Waterford Today. About 90% of my business comes directly from my Waterford Today ad," Billy Walsh.

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Multi Brit Award Winner Eddi Reader at Forum

Eddi Reader MBE (born Sadenia Reader; 29th August 1959) grew up in Glasgow and Irvine, Scotland and it was in those towns that she learned to use music as a vehicle for communicating with others through busking and performing at the local folk clubs. In the early 1980s, Eddi travelled around Europe with circus and performance artists before moving to London where she quickly became a much sought after session vocalist. Following her time with successful punk outfit Gang of Four, Eddi Reader famously harmonized with Annie Lennox touring with the Eurythmics. It was however, the warmly remembered Fairground Attraction that really brought Eddi into the limelight and to the attention of a world-wide audience. The single Perfect and parent album: First of a Million Kisses, both topped the British charts. Having travelled

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The awards are tumbling in for the hottest act in the country right now. Yes, the Rubberbandits have just been named "Rising Stars" in the Men Of The Year Awards, and "Best Irish Act" in the Entertainment.ie awards, about which they had this to say: " Thank you for officially making us the best Irish act, we can now join the ranks of Mary Robinson and Bono. 

But, we think Villagers deserve it more. In fairness though, we emailed them 6 months ago telling them to start writing songs about horses and they were having none of it. So it's yere own fault lads !"

If you don't know about "Horse Outside" and the Rubberbandits, then you must be dead. 5.5 million You Tube views since 8th December.... check the stats yourself! An epic appearance on Joe Duffy's Liveline, a press conference

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It's Morrissey mania at The Forum Lounge this Saturday, 19th Feb, as the ultimate tribute to The Smiths, These Charming Men, return to Waterford. Doors are at 8.30pm and the band take to the stage at 9pm sharp for a 2 hour set of Smiths classics and fan favourites. Admission is €10 and includes entry to the late night BoHo club at the Lounge, featuring a live set by The Big Lebowski.

"I would go out tonight, but I haven't got a stitch to wear….". Nearly 25 years after the group disbanded, The Smiths are still gaining a new generation of fans every few years due to the timeless quality of their songs. These Charming Men continue to "spread the gospel" of Morrissey & Marr with fantastic performances of some of the best alternative rock songs ever written such as "How

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Katie Kim & Julie Feeney kick off Roddie Cleere's Irish Music Sessions at Garter Lane

Garter Lane is pleased to announce Roddie Cleere's Irish Music Sessions, a series of acoustic/semi-acoustic shows featuring Ireland's leading artists with support from local Waterford musicians, appealing to the music fan who wants a welcome relief from the flood of manufactured, homogenised and safe 'music'.

Julie Feeney with local support from Katie Kim kicks it all off on Friday 18th February at 8pm and tickets are €17.50 (€15 Garter Lane Friends & concs) on 051-855038 or www.garterlane.ie (no booking fees apply).

Local singer KATIE KIM will provide very capable support. Katie Kim aka Katie Ann Sullivan, was born in London. The family moved back to Ireland and settled in Waterford. While in primary school, Katie kept to herself and retreated into music.On her thirteenth birthday her mother

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Please Note That Des Has Decided To Go Ahead With His Show At The Forum This Saturday, 19Th February, Following The Recent Sad Death Of His Father Michael, Whose Life Story The Show Is Based On. A Limited Number Of Tickets Are Still Available For Sale At Next Door Forum Waterford, 051 871111 & Www.Forumwaterford.Com 

Inspired by his father's lung cancer diagnosis, Des Bishop's latest internationally acclaimed show "My Dad Was Nearly James Bond", tells of a remarkable life tinged with regret. In championing the real heroics of fatherhood, Des challenges these common regrets and the ridiculous ideals of manhood that real, un-slick men try to live up to.

"Edgy material...snappy, never sappy...Bishop has judged this one beautifully" The Age, Australia

"Charismatic, sincere, eloquent and always seeking the

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