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6-8 Drogheda’s nightlife in pictures

15 And We’re Off Bellewstown gears up for the August Festival

E Out & About 16-17 Bellewstown Races Ladies Day 20 Not-to-be missed events

E Real Life

E interiors 18 Home Work Create the perfect study zone with the help of Feng Shui

4 Can’t Get Through The Month Without… E Weddings 21-22 Local couples say ‘I do’ E Business 10 Walking Canvasses E visits three E drive successful Drogheda tattoo studios 24 Coolest Kid on the Block? Stephen 23 Small Talk with Denise Fay, MD of Watson reviews the Fiat Arbath Achieve Marketing & Chamber News

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E Happenings 12 What’s New? Spreading the word of local happenings

E Beauty

26 Show Me The Curry Sarajit Chanda from Fuchsia House Restaurant, Ardee shares some recipes from Bangladesh

13 Make-up Masterclass by Gillian Moore of Fuschia & Ask Emma

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14 Festival Fabulous Look the part at Electric Picnic whatever the weather

30 The World According to... Louth Rose Patricia Marmion

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t seems just about everyone under the age of 40 has a tattoo these days – and not just on their upper arms either! This month E visits three Drogheda tattoo studios (see pages 10 & 11) to discover the lure of body art – and learns why it’s crucial to think before you ink! The Essential Drogheda Ladies Day at Bellewstown last month was once again a tremendous success – and not even the dreary weather could dampen people’s spirits. Celebrity judges Rozanna Purcell and Tiffany Stanley had a tough task but they eventually crowned Kilkenny girl Sarah Cass the overall winner. Turn to pages 16 and 17 for the full picture parade. E catches up with Louth Rose Patricia Marmion on page 30, while marketing expert and author Denise Fay shares her success story on page 23. Finally, don’t forget to enter our fab competition on page 20 to win a weekend away for two in Killarney! Enjoy your read!

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... letting out a mighty roar when the Ann agassan Viking Festival gets under way on Friday evening, August 10th. The weekend will kick off with hordes of beardy men setting off on an eerie ‘Viking Dusk March’ through Annagas san village to the harbour area for a ceremonial burning, carrying flaming torches and accompa nied by a marching drumbeat! Experience livin g history re-enactments, a Viking village, Vik ing art and crafts, a festival marquee with live music, a hearty Viking supper and much more. Check out www.annagassanvikingfestival.ie for details.

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pain, There’s no gain withoutes to especially when it com cing er getting the latest body pidragon or even having a Chinese back. tattoo inked onto your ttoo ta E visits three Drogheda re of lu e th studios to discover it is body art – and learns whyrcare vital to receive good afte

Dualta (Duke) Kellegher

first opened the doors to Dark Valley Tattoo in Drogheda in the summer of 2006. Having moved locations numerous times the studio is now situated on Peter Street (above the Green Man Barbers). The 29-year-old’s crew includes Dr Dave Murphy (body piercer), John O’Sullivan (apprentice tattoo artist) and traveling guest artists such as Boff Konkerz and Mac How many years have you been a tattoo artist? I have been training my whole life for this in terms of drawing and collecting artwork and magazines, graphic novels and especially tattoo magazines. In 2001, I had my first taste of studio life in Holland when I helped out at some studios in Eindhoven, creating flash, preparing stencils, learning hygiene techniques and the general ethics of tattoo studios. When I returned to Ireland I began studying animation at Ballyfermot College and in my spare time I began working with tattoo artists to learn different techniques and practices. Who are your influences? My influences are Bob Tyrell, Paul Booth, Remis, Joe Myler and Boff Konkerz – these guys are the best at what they do and have all developed instantly recognisable styles. What is your favorite piece you own? Some of my most memorable tattoos are on my leg. These were made by my apprentices over the years, they are not perfect as they are their first tattoos. But they are done with passion and dedication, as your first tattoo on human skin can be a nerve-wracking experience! These symbolized my faith in their training and the fact that they’d worked so hard to get to that stage.

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A career change at the age of 34 saw

Lorraine McGuffin

leave her role as a PA to become a tattooist. Now four and a half years later she is the proud owner of Zen Tattoo, Peter Street – and is living her dream

What made you want to become a tattoo artist? I was pretty late coming to the industry, in my previous life I worked as an Executive Personal Assistant. I was in a relationship with a tattooist when my job ended and the time seemed right to switch careers. I was always interested in tattooing being a tattoo collector and decided to start my training. I haven’t looked back since and if someone offered me my dream job I’d say thanks, but I already have it! Who are your influences? I don’t gain influence from any one artist in particular. I admire types of work such as Celtic, Polynesian, Samoan and Script work. There are some amazing artists in the world and I study their work in a bid to broaden my horizons and continue to advance my skillset. Tell us about your first tattoo experience? My first tattoo experience was tattooing myself! Not an enjoyable experience but a great learning curve. It helped me understand needle depth, how heavy or light

What is your most memorable tattoo given and why? Definitely my show-winning piece depicting the signatories from the 1916 Rising which I tattooed on a client’s chest. ‘Conventions are good for This won me the ‘Best Portrait Award’ at the Northwest Tattoo networking with other artists Convention in Donegal. and watching and learning Do you think it is important to do different techniques’ as many conventions and shows as possible? Personally, I believe in quality rather than quantity. But conventions are good for networking with other artists, watching and learning different techniques and setting up collaborations and guest artist spots. What advice can you give to someone who is starting out? First off, you start out as an artist who can design and finish artwork to a high standard, Valley we prefer to give good advice and engage in the next stage is spending some time in art classes a full consultation with our clients. Even seemingly to develop a style and a portfolio. If your portfolio simple designs and names need to be prepared has some merit you may be lucky enough to gain carefully in order to have a tattoo that you will be an apprenticeship. Do not ever go the scratcher happy with for the rest of your life. The same goes route by buying cheap-ass equipment on eBay and for piercings also. tattooing out of your bedroom. This kind of thing How important is aftercare? Correct aftercare on kills your reputation before you even start and no a printed page is essential, it is not enough to just shop will ever want to employ you. Not to mention talk someone through such essential information the amount of infections which are spread around when they are tired after their appointment. Any in this way. Tattooing is about hard work, long studio registered with ABMAI (Association of hours and dedication, not the rock star nonsense Body Modification Artists in Ireland)(www.abmai. you see on TV. org) are now adhering to these standards. Correct What would you say to someone who thinks it’s aftercare is as important as the standard of the risky undergoing tattooing or piercing, or has had tattoo or piercing itself, especially given the Irish a bad first experience? It is risky being tattooed climate and the variety of skin types, allergies and or pierced, that’s why people working in most reactions, etc. There’s no point in paying for a high studios are trained. If you go to someone’s house standard of work and then not taking care of it because they are cheap or to an artist who puts afterwards. out rushed, nasty looking artwork, well then you What one word best describes your work? Awardare going to have a negative experience. At Dark winning!

a piece it would be a three quarter Samoan/ Polynesian sleeve done on a guy called Jay. I freehanded quite a bit of it on his skin and it was through doing that tattoo that I thought, right, I’m ready to take on bigger and more intricate pieces. It was quite a proud day when I completed it. Is there a part of the body you won’t tattoo and why? This is something I feel very strongly about. I have clients coming in and asking me to tattoo the side of their necks, etc. It may seem intrusive but I always ask what they work at or what they hope to work at. I don’t believe in giving a tattoo that may hinder the client in their future life so I always give them food for thought. It’s safe to say they can cancel out 80 per cent of the jobs they will apply for. What advice can you give to someone starting out? Build a portfolio of artwork and try to make it tattoo related. Pound the pavement, call into shops and show them your artwork, tell them you will work for the summer to see if you any potential. Keep going until a is have door opens, but do not seal your fate ‘One of the most enjoyable parts of my job eriences by buying machines and just going hell completely changing clients’ opinions, exp process’ for leather on innocent people’s skin. and reviving their faith in the tattooing You will kill your career. handed I needed to be and it also strengthened the empathy I have with the client when they are receiving one. What is your favorite piece you own? My chest piece, it was done by Barry who works in the shop and its says, ‘Veni Vidi Vici’, which means ‘I Came, I Saw, I Conquered’ – a famous saying by Julius Caesar. What is your most memorable tattoo given and why? Quite a few of the tattoos I’ve done are memorable as I get to know the client and the story behind their tattoo which can sometimes be quite personal. However, if I were to pick

Declan Kierans

Body piercer set up The Pain Factory on Laurence Street 17 years ago. Working alongside tattooist Ted Zeek, he has witnessed many changes in the industry and is constantly striving to raise the standards of his studio in terms of equipment, privacy and comfort. What made you want to become a piercer? I was the accidental tourist really! In my previous business I was doing ear piercings. Body piercing and tattooing were just becoming mainstream in Ireland so it was a natural extension to what I was already doing for a number of years. What training did you have? There are no training schools for tattooing. In most cases it tends to be a family orientated business that is passed down through generations. It has changed somewhat now as there are talented people who have the necessary artistic ability and skills and who have the choice to go to art college and gain their degrees firstly. Unfortunately, the opportunities are not so plentiful in our trade now so it is important to have options. In piercing London was the destination. Schools have become popular and while they might be much more expensive now, they are the correct way to be trained as inhouse training depends on the standards of the trainer which are not always up to scratch. Who is the Pain Factory’s tattoo artist? Ted Zeek. A third generation tattoo artist whose brother and daughter are also tattoo artists and whose late dad was quite a famous tattoo artist in London back in the day. Tell us about your first tattoo experience Ted? Tattooing my dad. Like any son would I was dreading it! What is your most memorable tattoo given and

What would you say to someone who thinks it’s risky undergoing tattooing or piercing, or has had a bad first experience? I’ve had quite a few clients who have gotten work done somewhere else and weren’t happy or didn’t enjoy the experience. One of the most enjoyable parts of my job is completely changing their opinions, experiences and reviving their faith in the tattooing process. It is not risky to get tattooed or pierced if you go to a reputable studio, always ask questions, ask to see portfolios, ask to see sterilization equipment. If the artist is working on someone and the person they are tattooing doesn’t mind, ask can you see what they are doing. Always trust your gut. How important is aftercare? Aftercare is equally as important as the giving of the tattoo in the first place. As tattooists we do our upmost to ensure the tattoo is done professionally, is exactly what the client wants, and is a good end result. We tell you the aftercare and give you aftercare sheets so that you will follow them. Aftercare and good aftercare is the difference between your tattoo looking good in 10 years or not.

why? Probably Tommy Tiernan as part of his Walking Tour Of Ireland. Not because it was a notable piece, but because of the fun we had despite having RTE cameras all over the shop which was ‘The vast majority of a pain in the butt as far as infections can be avoided our customers on the day were concerned. It was one if the necessary aftercare hell of a funny day! Declan, is there a part of procedures are carried out’ the body you won’t pierce and why? Yes, tongues, because of the terrible damage they do to teeth. Do you feel tattooing/piercing has changed over the years, and if so why? Most definitely. When we began 17 years ago we deliberately went on the main street to ensure the back street we have taken students on work experience); culture was removed. We have continuously the consequence is that unless they are upgraded our studious in terms of equipment, extremely lucky and get into a long established privacy and comfort for our customers. This and reputable studio they are more likely to be has undoubtedly helped us over the years. dabbling from home in an unsafe environment. How important is aftercare? Vital – the vast Our industry is a luxury industry and with the majority of infections can be avoided if the major financial changes in Ireland people now necessary aftercare procedures are carried have to prioritize. In the Louth/Meath area out. Appropriate back-up service should be alone, 11 studios have closed in recent years, provided by all studios which, unfortunately, is including four in Drogheda. Enough said. a failing with many studios. What would you say to someone who thinks it’s Do you think it is important to do as many risky undergoing tattooing or piercing, or has conventions and shows as possible? No. We had a bad first experience? By far the higher essentially deal in a local market and as such ratio of risk is with the tattoo artist or piercer it is more important to us to concentrate our as we spill other people’s body fluids. With efforts in this area. Maybe years ago we might the danger of blood borne diseases it is vitally have gotten a buzz from it and did attend important for our own wellbeing that our shows but that was in a booming economy that workstations and equipment are sterile. If it is now seems so long past. not that way for us, it is not for our customers. What advice can you give to someone who But if in doubt, walk out. A tattoo is a scar with is starting out? It’s at your peril! There are colour so unless you are really certain about it, studios who continuously take on apprentices forget it. A piercing can be safely removed and (a practice which we have never engaged in, but will heal up quite quickly.

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Drogheda man Daragh Keran was mingling with the big men of Ireland recently when he attended the Strongest Man Competition Enjoy an evening of poetry, music in Derry. Daragh – who is a Neuromuscular and song at the annual celebration Physical Therapist at the Pain Management of the life and writings of World Clinic in Health Plex, Drogheda – was there to War I poet Francis Ledwidge which provide physical therapy and first aid services takes place on Sunday, July 29th over the two-day event which was televised live at Slane Castle. The event begins for RTE and SKY Challenge. Luckily Daragh with a Cheese & Wine Reception in the wasn’t called upon too often and only relatively Entrance Hall at 6pm. A short talk on the minor injuries occurred during the two days history of Slane Castle will follow and the main – even with the athletes lifting weights of up event will then take place in the Gothic Revival to half a tonne! Here Daragh is pictured Ballroom. The special guest is Dr Andrew with Kilkenny man James Fennelly who Rynne, from Clane, Co. Kildare, son of the late was crowned Ireland’s Strongest Alice Curtayne, biographer of Francis Ledwidge Man for the second time in his ‘A Life of the Poet’. For the full evening’s line-up, career. visit www.francisledwidge.com. Tickets €20, available from the Francis Ledwidge Museum or at Slane Castle reception on the day

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In terms of hair, I’ve two words: dry shampoo! As the weekend progresses, and the more tired you become, concealer and bronzer will be your best friends. Concealer will hide the damage done, while bronzer will warm up your pallid complexion. Rather than trying to do anything as difficult as contouring, simply apply bronzer to the areas where the sun would naturally hit your face. To save time when I was applying my makeup at a festival, I’d probably prefer to opt for a strong lip rather than a smokey eye. Even for professionals the latter requires loads of tools and time. For the lips, the ideal would be a lip tint rather than a lipstick as they usually come with a brush and are therefore easier to apply. Fuschia’s new lip laquers, which come in six fabulous colours and are priced at €16.50 each, are proving a big hit with customers. People are raving about their punchy colour and staying power. If you do chose to dress up your eyes, make sure you use waterproof products.

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I wear glasses every day as I hate wearing contact lenses. I want to make my eyes appear as my best asset when I wear make-up, how can I do this while wearing glasses? Aisling, Bettystown Firstly, the consideration of the lens you wear is very important. If the lens is very magnifying, I would suggest avoiding bright colours. Also if the lens is too magnifying on the eye colour, avoid colours which make the eye colour really stand out. For example, blue eyes stand out if worn with orange, red, rustics and most warm colours. Brown eyes suits most cool tones like blue, navy, ice blue and grey while green eyes are extremely noticeable with purple, indigo, and violet. Remember, it’s fine to wear these colours if you feel your glasses make your eyes appear smaller. I know the temptation can be there to overcompensate for the glasses by applying more make-up, but don’t - it’s overkill! Glasses and dramatic smokey eyes do not go together… or tons of colours all the way up the eyelid for that matter! Instead, focus on great skin - and your lips. Wear a generous amount of lipgloss or a strong lip tone. If you still prefer to focus on your eye make-up rather than the lips, work along your lash line with a pencil, smudging with possibly dark greys or warm browns, and keeping the focus on the eye shape as opposed to the eyelid or brow bone. And don’t forget to use tons of mascara so your lashes definitely do stand out... glasses or not!

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‘Ladies Day is hey’re the pinnacle of ‘Ladies Day is about summer’s social calendar fabulous dresses, killer s, se es dr out fabulous and are fast becoming the place ab hills and glam accessories. to be seen for both celebrities killer hills and glam It’s an excuse to get your and ordinary punters alike. together and accessories...’ dongirlfriends your best party frocks,’ she But it’s not just the big race said. ‘Unlike wedding attire, race day courses that have got in on the act (as we well know!). Bellewstown Races will hold fashion is in a sense over-glamorized. What I love its second annual Ladies Day this month on about it is that in many instances there’s a story behind the outfits themselves.’ Thursday, August 23rd. So what is it about Ladies Day that has girls Meanwhile, Bellewstown Racecourse manager everywhere trying their damndest to really Kevin Coleman has paid tribute to all the ladies who turned out in style for the Essential Drogheda dress to impress? According to Essential fashion expert Ladies Day in July in spite of the bad weather. Caroline McElroy, who recently judged the He said: ‘The ladies made a really big effort Dundalk Stadium Day at the Races alongside last month and I would urge them to come out Off the Rails presenter Brendan Courtney, once again to support us. a race day allows ladies to experiment with ‘The July meetings proved that no matter what the elements bring us there is still fun and fashion in a way that weddings don’t.

craic to be had in Bellewstown. We’re hoping to get a summer by August – and to have a real good end of season for Bellewstown.’ With the punter packs proving very successful at the July meeting, it is advisable to avail of group discounts and packages in advance of the race meetings on August 22nd and 23rd by phoning the sales office on 041-9842111.Admission on each day’s racing is €15, OAPs and students €8, and children under 16 go free when accompanied by an adult. For further details check out www. bellewstownraces.ie

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Best Dressed Lady Sarah Cass (centre) with runners-up Grace Barrett and Maura Lilis

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ilkenny beauty Sarah Cass didn’t let the bad weather dampen her fashion when she claimed the title of Essential Drogheda Best Dressed Lady at Bellewstown Races recently. The style was so plentiful on the day that celebrity judges Rozanna Purcell and Tiffany Stanley had a real hard time choosing an overall winner from the 15 finalists but it was Sarah’s eye-catching headpiece by Antoinette O’Mahony in Tralee that swayed their decision in the end. ‘The first thing I noticed was the headpiece,’ said Roz. ‘It really caught my eye. The winner brought racing attire but with a modern twist and her individual style shone through. Tiffany added: ‘From head to toe the outfit co-ordinated very well. It was unique and stood out from the crowd.’ Sarah’s winning outfit consisted of a dress from Monsoon, shoes from Debenhams, bag from Butterfly Boutique in Kilkenny and a Newbridge Silverware umbrella. Afterwards she said: ‘It is such a shock to win. I really can’t believe it! I drove up from Kilkenny today with a summer dress and then the weather turned. I thought it might have been inappropriate for the weather but it turned out to be my lucky day.’ Sarah is now looking forward to sharing her prize – a weeklong Globe Travel holiday for two in Majorca as well as €500 spending money – with her mum. A €500 Fuschia MakeUp Voucher was awarded to Drogheda racegoer Grace Barrett who came second, while the third prize of a weekend away for two in Killarney’s Dromhall Hotel was presented to Maura Lilis, Drogheda. A €100 voucher for Scotch Hall went to the Miss Teen Bellewstown, Roisin Kavanagh. Ardee man Noel Rooney won the title of Best Dressed Gent and an Apple iPad, courtesy of Briscoes Expert Megastore, Drogheda.

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4 Since knowledge and education is associated with the northeast and the element of earth, activate that corner by using earth elements and those that energize earth. Limit metal and wood elements in this corner if possible, including plants. Instead use elements connected with fire and earth. 4 Place a small decorative clay urn or other piece of pottery in that corner. Keep the urn empty so it can fill up with good chi.

s another school year begins so too do the expenses! From books to uniforms the list of expenditure for parents is endless. However, the school curriculum doesn’t end when the final bell rings out each day, there’s homework to consider – and it’s important to make your sure your child’s home study environment is as pleasing as possible. Why should it be the norm for kids to study in front of the television or on the kitchen table? Depending on whether you have a spare room to redecorate or just a space within their bedroom, here are some simple and inexpensive ideas (with the use of Feng Shui) to create a space your child can enjoy and turn homework and into a positive experience...

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The Spanish sunshine didn’t disappoint when a 50-strong Drogheda contingent travelled to Nerja for the wedding of 29-year-old Lyndsey Bohan and 33-year-old Paul Turner. It was a magical occasion when the couple said ‘I do’ in the beautiful surrounds of El Salvador Church, Nerja, Costa Del Sol. The outdoors reception was held in Balcon de Europa Hotel, Nerja where guests enjoyed the best of local seafood and Spanish cuisine. Flamenco dancers arrived later in the evening much to everyone’s delight. The bridesmaids were Lyndsey’s friend Linda Carter and sister-in-law Samantha Martin Bohan. The groomsmen included Niall’s brother Matthew Turner and the bride’s brother Gareth Bohan. Cian Martin Bohan was junior groomsman while Shauna May Martin Bohan looked beautiful in her flowergirl dress. The celebrations lasted a week before the couple headed on their honeymoon to Dominican Republic and New York.

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Louise Brennan and Niall Sharkey have come a long way since they first met 14 years ago in the Lemon and Clove Disco in Ardee! Having popped the question in the Westbury Hotel, Dublin on Louise’s birthday in December 2010, Niall and Louise married in Mary Immaculate Church, Collon on February 24th, 2012. It was an amazing day for the couple with the sun shining throughout. Wearing a gown by Pronovias, which she bought in The White Room in Mullingar, the bride had three bridesmaids – her sisters Karen Lynch, Lorraine Burns and Tracey Gillespie. Niall’s brother was best man and his friends Brian O’Hanlon and Robbie Keenan were groomsmen. A reception for close family and friends was held in Trim Castle with music into the night by the excellent Fuzzy Burgers. Louise was particularly delighted to share the occasion with her brother Darren who travelled home from Australia specially. For their honeymoon the bride and groom spent three weeks in Las Vegas, San Francisco and Cancun in Mexico. Photographs by Clare Maloney, Stabannon, Co. Louth

Ged Campbell weds Audrey Sullivan

The wedding ceremony of childhood sweethearts Audrey Sullivan and Ged Campbell took place in Holy Family Church, Ballsgrove. Having met at school in St Oliver’s Community College, the Drogheda couple had been ‘an item’ for 12 years before getting engaged. It didn’t take long for the wedding planning to get underway and they soon decided on the CityNorth Hotel as the perfect venue for their reception. Drogheda band Electric Avenue ensured it was a party to remember – and if there was one special moment that stood out most for the newlyweds, it was when their friends took to the stage at the end of the night to play air guitar! Joined by over 120 family and friends, the bride and groom never stopped smiling on the day. Audrey wore a beautiful gown from the Bridal Studio, Drogheda, while her bridesmaids – friends Marie Mulligan, Sharon Hickey and niece Amy Smith – got their dresses in All About Brides, Termonfeckin. The groom’s suit came from McKenna Man, Drogheda as did the bestmen’s Michael Faulkner and David Brennan. For their honeymoon, the newlyweds enjoyed a two-week holiday in Florida. Photographs by 22

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business Describe your business? I provide a range of marketing and copywriting services to both business owners and executives. I write marketing copy, otherwise known as marketing literature or collateral, i.e., blogs, website content, brochures, email campaigns, basically anything that promotes a business. I mentor business owners who want to focus and grow their business using marketing. I also train employees within organisations on how to be better at business writing and finally, I deliver marketing training to both organisations and further education institutes. Your book, ‘31 Days to Write Better Copy’, has recently received a second small business award, congratulations! Tell us about it and what inspired you to write it? Thanks for the congratulations, I really appreciate that. I’m thrilled that it has won two awards now. The first was judged by my peers in writing in the US with the APEX Publication Excellence Award. This second award was decided by Small Business owners and it’s a huge honour to win this one because my goal when writing this book was to help small business owners. One thing that I have noticed over the years is that business people know their business and their products/services inside out. But if you ask them to write about it, they struggle. Many business owners write for themselves rather than for their customers which results in a disconnect. I wanted small business owners to change that mindset and with the help of my book and their own knowledge to make their written sales or marketing literature better. How did you get into this line of work? After graduating from UCD in 1997, I saw that a technology company based in Howth called Datalex were hiring IT graduates so I thought to myself that they might need business graduates as well to cope with the demand of their IT services. I sent in a letter and my CV on the off-chance, and the MD, Neil Wilson, loved my approach. Myself and another business graduate were tasked with turning this technology focused company into a marketing oriented company. When our boss left two months after we were taken on, we were left to run the marketing department! We had to get back to our college books and really get to grips with marketing, in terms of strategy and communications. For me it was a baptism of fire and I loved every minute of the challenge. I really

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books planned? The big book project this year is the Marketing Book for SMEs. There is a lot of research involved with that because I want it to be different to the other marketing books out there. It will be theoretical yet practical with case studies that other business owners can relate to. What was your first job and how much did you earn? My first job was picking strawberries in An Grianan for something like 5p a punnet. My first job with a payslip was in Mosney selling rock and ice-cream. I admire other people’s memories because I can’t remember how much

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MD of Achieve Marketing & author of the award-winning book ‘31 Days to Write Better Copy’ where they are. Owning a business is not easy and every business owner has my admiration. What would you say is your greatest professional accomplishment to date? Writing the book is definitely a huge achievement. But if I have to focus on one accomplishment, it has to be setting up a business that helps other businesses. To be able to use my knowledge, my marketing background and my copywriting skillset to help promote another business is a huge achievement. What one thing have you learned as a small business owner that has served you well over the years? Be yourself. When I look back at my sales and my clients, I realise that being myself was the one thing that won over those clients and sales. People buy from people and yes, you need to back it up with knowledge, credibility, results, benefits and features of your service. But all other things being equal, people do business with the people they like. Do you have any new projects coming up or new

I earned. I just remember that I ate a lot of chips that summer! How do you balance family time with work time? I don’t know to be honest! My husband has his own business too so we’re often found on our computers of an evening. It’s hard to find the right balance. But having my little son, Luke, means that life is more balanced. He comes first. I work around him and his schedule. How important is social media in your business – and which platform do you prefer? It’s important but it isn’t the only method of communication or promotion I use. In fact, every business owner should have at least seven ways to promote their business. Social media is just one. So as a tool, it is important to me. I use facebook, twitter, linkedin and I prefer the platform that brings results and that depends on the campaign to be honest.

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Work on the Chamber’s annual Drogheda & District Business Excellence Awards 2012 is underway with updates coming on stream soon. Keep an eye out for key dates to this wonderful event which celebrates businesses in the Drogheda area. The Chamber is currently confirming their category sponsors for the awards and if you have a business that would like to reach upwards of 400 of the local business community the Chamber would be happy to discuss their sponsorship package with you.

Please feel free to contact the Chamber office on 041 9833544 or e-mail manager@droghedachamber.com

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Does your business target the over 55’s? If the answer is yes, the Chamber is inviting innovative businesses to showcase their products or services at the first ever Age Friendly Expo. There are now real economic opportunities for existing business and new business ventures to deliver products and services for an ageing society. For all details and information on this event please contact Patricia in the Chamber on 041-9833544.

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ost of us love a good curry and with so many varieties and options available it is fair to say we are spoiled for choice. Fuchsia House Restaurant in Ardee is famous for wonderfully authentic curries and for its dedication to promoting local food. Owner/Chef Sarajit Chanda and his wife Sarah Nic Lochlainn recently combined these two passions in a themed evening called ‘Bangladeshi Street Food meets Irish Craft Beers’. Guest speaker for the evening was Tom Doorley of RTE’s The Restaurant and guests included Gavin Duffy of Dragons’ Den who recently invested in the couple’s retail brand, Aruna Sauces. Sarajit gave the opening address and told diners that he took great pleasure in creating for them quintessential dishes from his country. Then he disappeared into the kitchen and left Tom Doorley to pair his colourful, flavoursome, aromatic dishes with beers from craft brewers around the country. The match was hugely successful: the food sang of flavour and the beers added depth, richness and spiciness to this unique dining experience. Here’s a sample of what diners enjoyed on the night...

What to do:

300ml water 200ml natural yoghurt 700g trimmed boneless leg of lamb cut in cubes 2 tomatoes, deseeded and chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 tbsp rapeseed oil 1½ tbsp mixed garlic and ginger paste 6 bay leaves 1 tbsp ground coriander 1 tsp chilli powder 1 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp salt 6 cardamom pods 10cm cinnamon stick

• Put lamb and all other ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Set aside to marinade if possible. • Heat oil in heavy-bottomed pan, add marinated lamb mixture and stir for 20 minutes. • Add water, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. • Serve with basmati rice or Kichiri (see below).

For the Kichiri (Lentils and rice) What you need:

1 cup basmati rice (uncooked) 1 cup red lentils (uncooked) 1 small onion (thinly sliced) 1 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp cumin powder ½ tsp cumin seeds

4 bay leaves 3cm cinnamon stick 6 green cardamom pods ½ tsp salt 3 tbsp vegetable oil 4 cups of cold water 3 cups of boiling water

What to do: • Put lentils in small saucepan of water and boil for 15 minutes. • Heat oil in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, add cumin seeds. When the seeds start to pop, add onions. Sauté for 3 minutes. • Add rice, turmeric powder, cumin powder, bay leaves, cinnamon stick and cardamom pods. Sauté for 2 minutes before adding some salt and the cooked lentils. • Add remaining water and bring to the boil. • When all water has been absorbed, reduce heat, stir and cover. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Tandoori Chicken Bettystown’s Newest Family Friendly Venue Open Wednesday to Sunday, 12 noon to 8.00 pm. No reservation necessary

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What you need: 2 chicken thigh and drumstick pieces ¼ tsp turmeric powder ¼ tsp cumin powder ¼ tsp paprika ¼ tsp chilli powder ¼ tsp coriander powder 1 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp malt vinegar 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves (crushed) Pinch of salt 1 tsp garam masala

Serves 4

¼ tsp white pepper 2 tbsp vegetable oil ½ cup natural yoghurt

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The Riverside Restaurant

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The Mall, North Quay Drogheda T: 041 98 03867 Open 7 Days 12noon - Late

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locally sourced homecooked food

Hot Lunch only e6.95 3 Course Lunch only e9.95

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Monasterboice Inn Located just off the M1, Monasterboice Tel: 041 9837383 Open 7 days Home-made, Fresh, Locally Sourced Food

Special Menu e25pp Available Mon-Sun 4.30-9pm Sat 4.30-10pm

• Spicy Roast Tomato & Basil Soup • Our Famous Spiced Buffalo Chicken Wings with Aioli Sauce • Butterly’s Smoked Salmon •

Ristorante ~ Pizzeria M-Sat 5-Late, Closed Tue, Sun 5-Late Mell, Drogheda 041-9845444 / 45381

• Prime Sirloin Steak 8oz

Early Bird Menu �22.95

• Spiced Vegetable Curry

3 course meal & free glass of wine

Cooked to your liking with sautéed onions, mushrooms & sauce Butterflied Chicken Supreme, Smokey Bacon & Mushroom Sauce

(All Dishes Served with Fresh Veg & Potato of Your Choice)

• Home Baked Apple Pie • Sarsfield Delight • Milk Chocolate Amaretto Mousse with Danucci Salted Caramel Truffle • ‘Local Award Winning Cheese’ Plate with apple & plum chutney • Freshly Brewed Tea or Coffee

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A La Carte Menu Available Chinese Restaurant

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Thurs 2nd Aug

McPhails: The Enemies Daly’s, Donore: Traditional Irish music O’Neill’s, Duleek: Traditional Irish music

McPhails: The Enemies Boyne Valley Hotel: Slimming World Classes, 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Daly’s, Donore: Traditional Irish music O’Neill’s, Duleek: Traditional Irish music Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Book signing with novelist and former Fair City actress Claudia Carroll, 11am Bettystown Beach: Golden Sands fun run & family day, kids’ run starts at 12 noon, adults 5k at 1pm

Fri 3rd Aug

McPhails: Catch 22 Salthouse: Live music The Coast Tavern, Laytown: Traditional Irish sessions d Hotel: Roy Taylor Wm Cairnes: Dave Lessard DJ The Pheasant: Soundwave

Slane Gourmet Food Festival July (25th – 29th) Poets Rest: Serving a starter and their renowned fillet steak on a stone with pudding and wine The Thatch Bar: Roberta for €30

Sat 4th Aug

Market Bar: Pat C & Guest, 2am Bar d Hotel: Bitter Lemons McPhails: Electric Avenue McPhails: Charity Night Barroco Bar: Resident DJ Keith. Late bar with Salthouse: Live music concessions to Earth Nightclub The Coast Tavern, Laytown: Traditional Irish music Bru Bar & Bistro: Resident DJ Dave d Hotel: Roy Taylor Salthouse: Live music Wm Cairns: Alan Kennedy DJ Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre: Chapter House Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: A celebration of 15 years Theatre Company presents Romeo & Juliet, 7pm, of Harry Potter, with a best dressed competition, tickets €15 family €45 quiz, treasure hunt and much more. Starts 6pm Wm Cairnes: Conan Martin DJ The Pheasant: Gerry & Paul Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Storytime with Bippi the Slane Gourmet Food Festival July (25th – 29th) Book Bear, 11am Rosnaree House: Enjoy a rustic evening in The Pheasant: Liam Kelly

Fri 27th July

Free Show at 1pm & 4pm Sunday 29th July

Join us for a sing along with all your favourite characters including Bob The Builder, Peppa Pig, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Mickey & Minnie, Dora, Baby Bop & Bj!!!. Plus meet Funtasia’s Furry Friends Leo The Lion & Buttons The Bear And Most Importantly Dancing & Singing with The World Famous Loveable Purple Dinosaur! FUNTASIA, BETTYSTOWN, CO. MEATH. P: 041 9828301

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Rosnaree woodland Bistro with traditional Irish music, serving pizza, country BBQ, and fine Market Bar: Level 2, 2am Bar puddings for €20

Sun 5th Aug

McPhails: Seducers Boyles of Slane: Relax, 80’s tribute band, 9pm d Hotel: Live music Wm Carins: 2morrows Party 6-8pm, Alan Kennedy DJ 10pm-late The Thatch Bar: D2g’s (Jerry Simpson) Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Kids’ Writing Club, 1pm The Pheasant: Just Us

Sat 28th July

McPhails: Point Blank d Hotel: 2morrows Party The Thatch: Two Guys The Market Bar: Cliche Barroco Bar: Resident DJ Keith, late bar with concessions to Earth Nightclub Bru Bar & Bistro: Resident DJ Dave Bank Holiday Salthouse: Live music Wm Cairns: Kev Sheridan and his live loop set Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Storytime with Bippi the McPhails: Monday Night Club Band Market Bar: Bank Holiday Madness Book Bear, 11am Nano Reids: Debbie’s Slimming World Class, The Pheasant: The Biz 7.30pm Slane Gourmet Food Festival July (25th – 29th) The Old Post Office: Traditional Turkish Night The Thatch Bar: Rapscallion

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Spit evening with music galore

Funtasia Bettystown: Barney & Friends, 1pm & 4pm. Free show.

Mon 30th July

The Market Bar: Monday Night Club McPhails: Monday night Club Band The Punt: Traditional Irish music sessions

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Foleys Bar: Live music River House: Traditional Irish Music The Thatch: Bingo 9pm

Wed 8th Aug

Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Kids’ Writing Club, 1pm Slane Castle: Ledwidge Day – Evening of poetry, McPhails: For Keeps music & song at the annual celebration of the of Boyle’s of Slane: Traditional Irish music sessions World War I poet Francis Ledwidge, 6pm, €20 The Pheasant: Take your Pick Slane Gourmet Food Festival July (25th – 29th) d Hotel: Local Heroes presentation by Terry Clune, Ryans of Gormanlough, Stackallen: Pig-on-the- Founder and CEO of ConnectIreland, 7pm

Foleys Bar: Traditional Music Night The Thatch: Bingo, 9pm

Tues 7th Aug

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Thurs 9th Aug

Droichead Arts Centre: Exhibition by Emmet Kierans runs until Sept 29th McPhails: The Enemies Boyne Valley Hotel: Slimming World Classes, 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Daly’s, Donore: Traditional Irish music sessions O’Neill’s, Duleek: Traditional Irish music sessions

Fri 10th Aug

McPhails: Tequila Rose Salthouse: Live music d Hotel: Roy Taylor Boyles of Slane: The Sly Digs, 10.30pm Wm Cairnes: Alan Kennedy DJ The Pheasant: Green Machine

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The Thatch Bar: Side by Side Market Bar: Just us d Hotel: 2morrows Party McPhails: Blue Moose Barroco Bar: Resident DJ Keith. Late bar with concessions to Earth Nightclub Bru Bar & Bistro: Resident DJ Dave Salthouse: Live music The Pheasant: Live music Boyles of Slane: The MP3’s, 10.30pm Wm Cairnes: Conan Martin DJ McHughs: Pearl Jem, 9pm. Tickets €10 Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Storytime with Bippi the Book Bear, 11am The Pheasant: Upside Down

Sun 12th Aug

McPhails: Rapscallion The Market Bar: Shiftrate Boyles of Slane: Canradora, 9pm Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Kids’ Writing Club, 1pm

Mon 13th Aug

Mon 20th Aug

McPhails: The Monday Club The Market Bar: Monday Night Club Nano Reids: Debbie’s Slimming World Class, 7.30pm

Tues 21st Aug

Foleys Bar: Traditional Music Night River House: Traditional Irish music sessions The Thatch: Bingo, 9pm

Wed 22nd Aug

Bellewstown Races: First race, 4.30pm McPhails: The Travoltas Boyle’s of Slane: Traditional Irish music sessions The Pheasant: DJ and Take your Pick

EVENT GUIDE Mickey Mouse Clubhouse

Tribute 19th Aug 3pm, Tickets €12/15/40

Cherish the Ladies

Thurs 23rd Aug

Mc Phails: The Enemies Boyne Valley Hotel: Slimming World Classes, 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Daly’s, Donore: Traditional Irish music sessions O’Neill’s, Duleek: Traditional Irish music sessions Boyles of Slane: The Purple Session, 9.30pm Bellewstown Races: Ladies Day, first race, 4.30pm

McPhails: Monday Club Band The Punt: Traditional Irish music sessions The Market Bar: Monday Night Club McPhails: The Profile Nano Reids: Debbie’s Slimming World Class, 7.30pm The Pheasant: Live music Salthouse: Live music The Coast Tavern, Laytown: Traditional Irish music Foleys Bar: Traditional Music Night. Adm is free d Hotel: Roy Taylor River House: Traditional Irish music sessions Wm Cairnes: Conan Martin DJ The Thatch: Bingo, 9pm Boyles of Slane: Garry Teer, 10.30pm

with Maura O’Connell

15th Sept 8pm Tickets €25

Dickie Rock & Sharon Gaynor 21st Sept 8pm, Tickets €25

Fri 24th Aug

Friends in Low Places

Tues 14th Aug Wed 15th Aug

The TLT: Jedward Young Love Tour, 7.30pm. €31 Boyle’s of Slane: Traditional Irish music sessions The Pheasant: DJ and Take your Pick McPhails: Open Mike

Thurs 16th Aug

McPhails: Live music Boyne Valley Hotel: Slimming World Classes, 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Daly’s, Donore: Traditional Irish music sessions O’Neill’s, Duleek: Traditional Irish music sessions

Fri 17th Aug

Droichead Arts Centre: Pat McManus Band 8.30pm, €15 McPhails: Starman d Hotel: Roy Taylor Salthouse: Live music The Coast Tavern, Laytown: Traditional Irish music Boyles of Slane: The Springteens, 10.30pm Wm Cairnes: Dave Lessard DJ The Pheasant: Liam Bridgeman

Sat 18th Aug

d hotel: The Enemies McPhails: Shaken Edge The Market Bar: Linda & Paul Barroco Bar: Resident DJ Keith, late bar with concessions to Earth Nightclub Bru Bar & Bistro: Resident DJ Salthouse: Live music Boyles of Slane: The Bounty Hunters, 10.30pm Wm Cairns: Michael Gerrard DJ Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Storytime with Bippi the Book Bear, 11am The Pheasant: Nash

Sun 19th Aug

McPhails: Hudwink The Market Bar: Double Trouble TLT: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Tribute, 3pm. Tickets €12, family €40 Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Kids’ Writing Club, 1pm

– Rodeo Tour 29th Sept 8pm Tickets €25 An Evening of DIxieland, Swing and easy listening with

Sat 25th Aug

McPhails: Electric Lemon d Hotel: The Enemies The Thatch: The Biz The Market Bar: Level 2 Barroco Bar: Resident DJ Keith, late bar with concessions to Earth Nightclub Bru Bar & Bistro: Resident DJ Dave Salthouse: Live music The Pheasant: Live music Wm Cairnes: Alan Kennedy DJ Boyles of Slane: Kelly Redmond 10.30pm Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Storytime with Bippi the Book Bear, 11am

David Leddy, Paddy Cole & Friends - 5th Oct 8pm, Tickets €25 Steel Magnolias

Feat Mischa Barton

8th-9th Oct 8pm Tickets €20/25

Sun 26th Aug

Best of Eurovision

The Market Bar: The Biz McPhails: Jam Eire Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Kids’ Writing Club, 1pm

– Ireland’s Winners

12th Oct 8pm, Tickets €32

Mon 27th Aug

McPhails: The Monday Night Club The Market Bar: Monday night Club

Moscow Ballet Presents

Swan Lake

Wed 29th Aug

18th Oct 8pm, Tickets €35/40

McPhails: Open Mike

Thur 30th Aug

Boyles of Slane: Hats Fitz and Cara Robinsion, 9.30pm McPhails: The Enemies

Fri 31st Aug

d Hotel: Roy Taylor Wm Cairns: Conan Martin DJ McPhails: Green Floyd

Sat 1st Sept

d Hotel: 2morrows Party TLT: 2nd annual lotto draw tickets on sale for €10. Win two tickets to every show for a year Wm Cairns: Michael Gerrard DJ Waterstone’s, Scotch Hall: Storytime with Bippi the Book Bear, 11am

Book online at www.theTLT.ie or phone the box office on 041 9878560 East Coast Business Park, Matthews Lane, Drogheda, Co Louth Ph: +353 (0)41 9878560 Fax: +353 (0)41 6849906 Email: info@theTLT.ie Web: www.theTLT.ie SAT NAV Coordinates: for TLT Concert Hall N53° 41.970 W006° 22.301 Other ticket destinations: Service and credit card fee’s may apply Sound shop 041 9831078 Finlays Ardee 041 6856505 D Hotel 041 9877700 (packages only)

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