By John Fitzgerald Many Callan men flocked to join the defence forces over the years, but at least one of them didn’t share his comrades’ fondness for army life. Nicky Roche of Kilbride (and later Mill Street) became allergic to the marching, training, saluting, parade ground antics, and just about anything of a military nature …

CHOICES SHAPE YOUR FUTURE By Judith Ashton This time of year can cause suffering for so many people due to pollen which can trigger :sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose and other symptoms. It’s a time of dread for those with seasonal allergies. I am allergic to cigarette smoke, female cats and Royal Jelly which is …

FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran “Are you emotional?” I was asked. We were having our regular friendly drinks together. “Am I what?” I replied. “I get emotional watching the Angelus.” And I do. I got very emotional watching that scene they used to air a while back: a mother and daughter, with special needs, making a …

BY CLAIR WHITTY Fibre is one of the most overlooked nutrients in our diet, and it plays a vital role in maintaining overall health and preventing disease. It’s found only in plant-based foods. When we think of fibre we think of maintaining good digestion and healthy bowel function so that we don’t get constipated. This …

AS I SEE IT BY MARIANNE HERON Bills can induce a nasty sinking feeling can’t they? Especially insurance bills. The sums involved are large, getting bigger by the year, and, unless you have a problem, you generally don’t get anything back …. except peace of mind. By the time you insure your health, you home …

BY JOHN ELLIS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR Last month Monzo officially launched in Ireland, a UK fintech that already serves millions with the promise of becoming a bank we might actually love. With a waiting list of 100,000 customers, the company is offering free current and savings accounts, an Irish IBAN, and up to 1.6% interest on …