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FOYLE RIVER DERRY 2007-12-21 13:45:00 Derry might be busy with last minute shoppers,but there is still peace and quiet on the River Foyle walk out of the city. Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
ACCORDING TO THE LITTLE COUNTER, THAT'S 1000 2007-12-18 14:23:00 HiIt's Party time!!According to my little counter in the corner, this is the 1000th entry in the Inishindie Blog.I have enjoyed working on this since last March and have learned a lot about how Blogs are put together. I realised from early on that this isn't really a Blog as such.Most Blogs have a daily account of goings on but Inishindie is more a catalogue of articles that I wrote over a five-year period, all mashed up together into one big ball.Inishindie therefore doesn't read as a diary. Some of the articles I now find a bit embarrassing as I feel I have learned a great deal since they were written. I have still printed them as a reminder of where I came from (A bit like a diary I suppose!)I only just recently got the hang of hyperlinks too. So there are not that many links on the pages. The other interesting thing I have enjoyed is the networking to increase traffic into the Blog. There are so many ways from joining Forum sites, to clicky button s everywhere on the pageI re
IT ALL STARTED WITH A LOST DOG 2007-12-18 14:12:00 A little over seven years ago I lost my dog on the shorefront in Buncrana. Thankfully she turned up again, but not before I popped into the Inish Times office to put in a lost Dog notice. There I met Kevin Callaghan, the then owner of the paper, who suggested it might be a good idea to do a local weekly article on gardening as the topic wasn't covered at the time. I accepted straight away and have enjoyed writing the articles ever since. In that time I have seen the newspaper grow from a fledgling copy to the thick tabloid that it is today.But like all good things my time with the paper has come to an end. A decision has been made by River Media and it is now time for me to hang up my gardening gloves and spade for the last time.I have learnt so much being involved with the keen horticulturalists of Inishowen. Meeting all types of very inspirational gardeners with all manner of techniques to get the most from their plot.I would also like to wish my successor all the best for the futu
ME AND MY MOTOR 2007-12-18 10:52:00 Paul Roe with his BeaufordSEE MORE ME AND MY MOTOR ARTICLESInishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
BUNCRANA SUNSET 2007-12-18 10:36:00 Check out A STROLL IN THE GARDEN Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
PLANT USE 2007-12-18 10:17:00 Peach Blossom Tree paeonyWeigeila TulipPLANT USE IN THE GARDENPlants themselves can be important design elements, though few gardeners actually use them this way. If you have an artistic nature you can have great fun playing with where you put plants or how you prune them to bring out a certain look in your garden. The arching branches of a well-pruned cherry tree can frame an entire garden. The repetition of soft, grey-leaved plants or spiky foliage can be used as a theme in a long border. If you take the time to notice and experiment with the form, texture, and colour of plants, you will discover a whole new palette of design elements with which to work from. This is a three-dimensional consideration that takes into account the shapes and volumes of the plants in your garden. A variety of different forms make a garden interesting, but too much diversity creates visual confusion. Trees and shrubs have characteristic forms that should be carefully combined to avoid clashing. Flowers,
BUNCRANA PIER 2007-12-18 07:55:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
BUNCRANA 2007-12-18 07:46:00 Bandstand Buncrana beach looking towards Inch island The old slipway on Buncrana beachInishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
ME AND MY MOTOR-JOHNNY MULREANY 2007-12-18 07:37:00 Name: Johnny MulreanyAddress: BundoranCar: 1961 Vauxhall VX 490 1.508 ccJohnny is a long time member of the Donegal Vintage and Classic Car Club. The club has been active since 1990 and has built up a regular membership of over 100 fans of classic cars, tractors, vans, small trucks, motorbikes and static engines. All of the events throughout the year are very family orientated and a great venue for social chatting. If you would like to know when the next event is, give Eunan Kelly a ring on 087 2366924How long have you had the car?I bought the car about four years ago and have nurtured the car since then.What got you interested in old cars?Like most people who spent half their lives with old cars, I grew up with a passion for them. I am also a mechanic by trade so that helps too.Has the car won any competitions?Yes it has and I think one of the reasons is that the car is in its original condition. That answers your next question as well about whether I restored it myself!Is it reliable
CHOISYA TERNATA 2007-12-18 07:27:00 Mexican orange blossomDoes really well in our climate This well-loved evergreen shrub from Mexico enjoys warm conditions. In mild gardens it will reach full size in the open, but elsewhere plants benefit if sheltered from the cold winds that can damage the foliage and restrict growth - a warm wall is ideal, or plants may be grown in containers that can be moved under cover in winter. The bushes look attractive at all times, but especially when covered with the very fragrant white blooms shorten stems by 25-30cm (10-12in) after flower to encourage a second flush in autumn. Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
RED CROSS AWARDS INISHOWEN 2007-12-18 07:22:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
LEAVING CERIFICATES IN BUNCRANA 2007-12-18 07:09:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
ME AND MY MOTOR-DERMOTT MCLAUGHLIN 2007-12-18 06:55:00 Local Buncrana Councillor Dermot McLaughlin drives a 2007 1.4 Opel Astra estate. The car has to be very versatile as it is used for work, leisure and off road expeditions. Dermot is chairperson of the Inishowen Wildlife Club and he often has to venture down muddy lanes. He was the first appointed Wildlife Ranger in Inishowen and was closely involved in setting up the Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) around Inishowen. He found that estate cars were perfect for life outdoors. Even in a torrential downpour he could sit in the back with the boot open to give shelter whilst observing seals or birds in comfort with a cup of tea on the go. Dermot also got into the habit of an estate car when he was transporting his projector and stuffed animals around the schools giving talks on wildlife. He mainly uses the boot of the Astra now to take his beloved English Setter, Chloe, out for walks.How long have you had the car?I bought it new earlier this year from Colm Dillon. I have had Opel estates
PLANNING A GARDEN 2007-12-18 06:50:00 I've decided over the New Year break that I will have to do something my new garden before the spring. When the growing season comes I will be desperate to plant my seedlings somewhere. I thought the best plan of action would be to draw up a rough plan to help me decide on what to do. You can have a go with your own garden if you like. Here is what I will be doing.PLANNING A GARDENMost of us have little difficulty watering our plants, finding a patch for the sweet peas or mowing the grass. When it comes to the planning of a garden though, even the most seasoned gardener can break out into a sweat. I did a garden design course a few years ago to make the planning of a garden a little easier. One thing the course taught me is that some of the best-designed gardens in the country have come, not from professional training, but by trial and error. Over the years dedicated gardeners will plant shrubs, lay paths, create herbaceous borders and put in water features. Then the next year everyt
ROCKET LAUNCH AT GREENCASTLE 2007-12-18 06:47:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
OLD BOAT DETAIL GREENCASTLE 2007-12-18 06:39:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
BUILDING ROCKETS IN GREENCASTLE 2007-12-18 06:33:00 Ash McFaddon giving tuition to the builders of the Rockets in Greencastle.Ash McFaddon and the Maritime MuseumInishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
BUNCRANA ARIEL 2007-12-18 06:29:00 Residents protest about the large ariel in the town. It is claimed to be detrimental to health.Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
BUNCRANA FROM SWAN PARK BRIDGE 2007-12-18 06:23:00 With the old Fruit of the Loom factory in the distanceInishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
2007-12-18 03:31:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
HELLEBORE-CHRISTMAS ROSE 2007-12-18 03:28:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
CORK IMAGES 2007-12-18 03:26:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
ME AND MY MOTOR-TRUDY MCLAUGHLIN 2007-12-18 03:10:00 This week we are in Carndonagh talking to Trudy McLaughlin from the Inishowen Community Radio Station. Trudy loves her job and has worked for the station for six years, which is only a year less then the station has been on the air. Her show is on between 9 and 11 am on Monday and Wednesday's. At the weekend Trudy is extremely busy preparing Christmas trees for sale to the public from her fathers home in Church Brae in Greencastle. Her 2002 Peugeot 307 is just the car for getting the trees to customers before the big day.How long have you had the car?Two years last November. I had a green Daewoo Lanos before this one. I chose a gold car this time because I am a Donegal supporter!Any plans to change?Yes, I might go for another gold car next, but it will have two green stripes down it to go all the way with my support for the team.What is the story about the broken wing mirrors?I parked overnight in Moville recently as I had a drink in the pub. When I collected it in the morning
SWILLY SUNSET 2007-12-18 03:08:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
SWAN PARK BUNCRANA 2007-12-17 15:32:00 Ardeelan house - The old home of Harry Percival Swan Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
STAINED GLASS AT COCKHILL CHURCH 2007-12-26 07:49:00 Cockhill church on the outskirts of Buncrana Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
SNOW IN THE HILLS AROUND BUNCRANA 2007-12-25 03:17:00 Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
COMING HOME? 2007-12-24 12:46:00 Coming Home - DiasporaAre you originally from or connected to the North West of Ireland and interested in coming back?You are therefore,according to Ireland North West, our Diaspora!The Diaspora project currently being undertaken by Donegal County Council and Derry City Council is aimed at people who are living and working in other parts of the country or the world who want to return at some point. The project aims to encourage individuals to come back to work, set up a business or be influential in an investment decision into the region. If you are interested in coming home, setting up a business or would like to know about other ways which you can support development in the North West region - from wherever you are - then they want to hear from you. Over the course of this project we will be running a number of events both nationally and internationally aimed at keeping our Diaspora informed about what is going on and encouraging them to get involved in what's happening at home. The
ULSTER FOLK AND TRANSPORT MUSEUM 2007-12-23 17:33:00 Ulster Folk and Transport Museum Cultra,Holywood Count Down, Northern IrelandWe were at the Ulster folk and Transport Museum a short while ago with the scouts. Here are some photo's. They don't really do the place justice but it gives you an idea.Inishindie-Horticultural advice and forum-Environmental issues-household tips and lots more
WISDOM OF THE WORLD - WEEK 8 2008-03-10 13:58:00 OUR HISTORYIf we imagine that our 15 billion year history was compressed into a single year:The Milky Way galaxy self-organised in late February;Our solar system emerged from the elemental stardust of an exploded super-nova in early September;The planetary oceans formed in mid SeptemberEarth awakened into Life in late September;Sex was invented in late November;The dinosaurs lived for a few days in early December;Flowering plants burst upon the scene with a dazzling array of colour in mid December;The Universe began reflecting consciously in and through the human, with choice and free will, less than ten minutes before midnight on December 31stOn this scale of 12 months, Jesus would have been born on December 31st at 11:59:45 pm.The major scientific discoveries of this century would be in
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