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Talk on Retirement

A representative from the Citizens Information Centre will introduce you to the world of retirement, with information on what you need to know, preparation and the benefits and entitlements available.

Ardkeen Library Wed. 4 May 3.00pm – 4.00pm

Talk is free but booking is essential.

Waterford Europe Direct hosts talk on volunteering

Waterford Europe Direct Information Centre (EDIC) is delighted to announce that it will host a Talk on Volunteering at Ardkeen Library, Waterford on Friday 6th May at 10.30am and at Central Library, Lady Lane, Waterford at 3.00pm on the same day. The talk will be given by a member of staff from Volunteering Ireland and will last for approximately one hour. The talk will centre on different types of voluntary activity, how to get involved in your local community and why you should engage in voluntary activity.

The talks are being

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Ireland Waterford members' evening

Tourism and the upcoming Tall Ships Races Festival were the top topics at the ACCA Waterford Members Event and pictured is (from left) Redmond O'Donoghue, chairman, Failte Ireland and Liz Hughes, head of ACCA Ireland.

The importance of tourism and the Tall Ships Festival to the local and national economy were the top topics at the recent ACCA Waterford Members evening in the Tower Hotel at which the guest speakers were Mr Redmond O'Donoghue, chairman of Failte Ireland, Good Food Ireland and former chairman of the Waterford Institute of Technology and Mr Des Whelan, managing director of WLR FM and chairman of the Tall Ships Races Festival.

Redmond O'Donoghue's address was entitled "Focusing on the Positives "

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Ireland Waterford members' evening

Tourism and the upcoming Tall Ships Races Festival were the top topics at the ACCA Waterford Members Event and pictured is (from left) Redmond O'Donoghue, chairman, Failte Ireland and Liz Hughes, head of ACCA Ireland.

The importance of tourism and the Tall Ships Festival to the local and national economy were the top topics at the recent ACCA Waterford Members evening in the Tower Hotel at which the guest speakers were Mr Redmond O'Donoghue, chairman of Failte Ireland, Good Food Ireland and former chairman of the Waterford Institute of Technology and Mr Des Whelan, managing director of WLR FM and chairman of the Tall Ships Races Festival.

Redmond O'Donoghue's address was entitled "Focusing on the Positives – what's right about Ireland' and he spoke about several business sectors that

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The Thirteenth Superschools Competition, the Eurolympics for schools from six different countries of Europe commenced in St. Augustine's College, Dungarvan yesterday (Tuesday). On Monday last, teams from Bjorkvalisskolen, Sweden; last year's hosts, College Pierre et Marie Curie from France; Pen Y Dre High School, Wales; Jean Jaures College, Bourbourg, France; Kannelmaki College, Finland and Cardinal Wiseman College, Coventry arrived at St. Augustines and assembled for the Official Opening of the games at 9pm in the College Gym.

There, the teams were formally welcomed to the town by the Mayor of Dungarvan, Cllr. Tom Higgins, as well as College Principal, Mr. Joe Moynihan. In his address, the Mayor welcomed all of the International teams and wished them good competition, enjoyment and friendship during their stay here. He said that St. Augustine's had a particularly good record in the competition and congratulated and

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The Thirteenth Superschools Competition, the Eurolympics for schools from six different countries of Europe commenced in St. Augustine's College, Dungarvan yesterday (Tuesday). On Monday last, teams from Bjorkvalisskolen, Sweden; last year's hosts, College Pierre et Marie Curie from France; Pen Y Dre High School, Wales; Jean Jaures College, Bourbourg, France; Kannelmaki College, Finland and Cardinal Wiseman College, Coventry arrived at St. Augustines and assembled for the Official Opening of the games at 9pm in the College Gym.

There, the teams were formally welcomed to the town by the Mayor of Dungarvan, Cllr. Tom Higgins, as well as College Principal, Mr. Joe Moynihan. In his address, the Mayor welcomed all of the International teams and wished them good competition, enjoyment and friendship during their stay here. He said that St. Augustine's had a particularly good record in the competition and congratulated and

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On Sunday May 1st 2011, a major commemoration to mark the 30th Anniversary of the 1981 Hunger Strike will take place in Portlaw, Co. Waterford. There will be a march to St. Patricks Church, Portlaw where a wreath laying ceremony will take place and later guest speakers, including former `blanket man` Geno McCormack, will address those in attendance in the square.

PRO for the Hunger Strike Committee Declan Clune said `It is important to point out that this is not a political event but more a historical and educational event. We have community groups as well as some clubs and societies from counties Waterford, Tipperary, Wexford and East Cork confirmed to attend the event. I would encourage anyone or any group with even a passing interest in our history to attend what promises to be an interesting and engaging evening. After

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On Sunday May 1st 2011, a major commemoration to mark the 30th Anniversary of the 1981 Hunger Strike will take place in Portlaw, Co. Waterford. There will be a march to St. Patricks Church, Portlaw where a wreath laying ceremony will take place and later guest speakers, including former `blanket man` Geno McCormack, will address those in attendance in the square.

PRO for the Hunger Strike Committee Declan Clune said `It is important to point out that this is not a political event but more a historical and educational event. We have community groups as well as some clubs and societies from counties Waterford, Tipperary, Wexford and East Cork confirmed to attend the event. I would encourage anyone or any group with even a passing interest in our history to attend what promises to be an interesting and engaging evening. After

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The great outdoor National Spring Clean of the beaches on the Ring peninsula is scheduled for next Saturday April 30th from 11am "

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The great outdoor National Spring Clean of the beaches on the Ring peninsula is scheduled for next Saturday April 30th from 11am – 1pm, and everybody is welcome to come along and pitch in. Suitable for all ages, this free outdoor activity is a great way to do our bit for the environment while enjoying the splendid coastal scenery.

"There is an enormous increase in the number of people using the beaches for outdoor recreation year round" says CMR committee member Anne Kenneally, "and we welcome your participation too!"

The meeting points are: The Cunningar car park; Baile na nGall Pier; Helvick Pier car park, Poul a Bhuca. Bags and gloves will be provided but please bring your own pickers, if you wish.

Organised by Coiste Maisithe na Rinne - Ring Peninsula Environment Group and An Taisce National Spring Clean in conjunction with

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Pictured at the launch of the Waterford City Council Environmental competition are: seated Jimmy Hannigan, Lismore Park, Residents Association, Cllr. Mary Roche, Mayor, Kim Reilly, St. Herblain Park Residents Assoc., George Power, Waterford City Community Forum. Back: Michael Walsh, City Manager, Ella Ryan, WCC, Carmel Griffin, Make Waterford Beautiful, Jim O'Sullivan, St. Herblain Park Residents Assoc., Michelle Condon, WLRFM, Cllr. Cha O'Neill, Eoin Nevins, Earlscourt Residents Assoc., Colette Byrne, WCC.

Mayor of Waterford City, Councillor Mary Roche launched Waterford City's Pride of Place Environmental Competition in the Mayor's Parlour last Tuesday 19th April.

This awards scheme is about commitment, contribution and a sense of identity. It is about a pride in our own area. This awards scheme will reward individuals, communities, schools and businesses who display evidence of their pride in

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Pictured at the launch of the Waterford City Council Environmental competition are: seated Jimmy Hannigan, Lismore Park, Residents Association, Cllr. Mary Roche, Mayor, Kim Reilly, St. Herblain Park Residents Assoc., George Power, Waterford City Community Forum. Back: Michael Walsh, City Manager, Ella Ryan, WCC, Carmel Griffin, Make Waterford Beautiful, Jim O'Sullivan, St. Herblain Park Residents Assoc., Michelle Condon, WLRFM, Cllr. Cha O'Neill, Eoin Nevins, Earlscourt Residents Assoc., Colette Byrne, WCC.

Mayor of Waterford City, Councillor Mary Roche launched Waterford City's Pride of Place Environmental Competition in the Mayor's Parlour last Tuesday 19th April.

This awards scheme is about commitment, contribution and a sense of identity. It is about a pride in our own area. This awards scheme will reward individuals, communities, schools and businesses who display evidence of their pride in

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Keep your Census form handy is the message this week from the Central Statistics Office to householders in Waterford whose form has yet to be collected.

According to Deirdre Cullen, Senior Statistician at the CSO: "We hope to finish the collections very shortly so that we can being processing the data so please do keep your census form handy. And if your enumerator has left a note saying they called please contact them via the mobile phone number on the card"

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Keep your Census form handy is the message this week from the Central Statistics Office to householders in Waterford whose form has yet to be collected.

According to Deirdre Cullen, Senior Statistician at the CSO: "We hope to finish the collections very shortly so that we can being processing the data so please do keep your census form handy. And if your enumerator has left a note saying they called please contact them via the mobile phone number on the card".

Deirdre Cullen also reminded people that "all census enumerators will be wearing clearly marked reflective jackets and will be carrying I.D".

If your enumerator has not yet called or left a note in your letterbox please call the CSO on LoCall 1890 20 11 11.

Preliminary results from Census 2011 will be available by the end of June and the full results will

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Insure your most important asset - yourself!

People's lives can be divided into three distinct stages: your education; working career and retirement years. Each stage of your life cycle critically affects the subsequent stages and no matter what stage you're in, the most important asset you have is yourself: your human capital and your earning potential.

The education stage is very important and the path you take at this stage will affect not only your future earnings, but also the person that you become. Studies show a strong correlation between your level of education and the amount you earn over your lifetime. However the risks you face are less significant than later in life.

During your working years your debt level is usually high, as is your potential to earn income. This potential to generate earnings comes solely from your own abilities, and

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Insure your most important asset - yourself!

People's lives can be divided into three distinct stages: your education; working career and retirement years. Each stage of your life cycle critically affects the subsequent stages and no matter what stage you're in, the most important asset you have is yourself: your human capital and your earning potential.

The education stage is very important and the path you take at this stage will affect not only your future earnings, but also the person that you become. Studies show a strong correlation between your level of education and the amount you earn over your lifetime. However the risks you face are less significant than later in life.

During your working years your debt level is usually high, as is your potential to earn income. This potential to generate earnings comes solely from your own abilities, and

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