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Orlagh Winters: Support Your Local Designers

Orlagh Winters: Support Your Local Designers

January 27, 2016 at 10:44 am Comments are Disabled

ON Monday, I attended the launch of Kerry Fashion Week in the Intercontinental Hotel in Dublin and believe me, all you fashionistas are in for a treat when the event takes place the first week of March. The fashion editor of the Irish Independent wrote about it today and dubbed it […]

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Orlagh Winters: Ten Under 40 To Watch Out For In 2016 (Part 2)

Orlagh Winters: Ten Under 40 To Watch Out For In 2016 (Part 2)

January 19, 2016 at 1:07 pm Comments are Disabled

LAST week I decided to pick ten successful people under 40 who are making a difference in their chosen fields. I gave you five last week (click here for last week’s post) and here’s the rest. 6. Gary Keane – Musician Ballinorig man Gary is half of the successful duo White Boys, with other member […]

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Orlagh Winters: Ten Under 40 To Look Out For In 2016 (Part 1)

Orlagh Winters: Ten Under 40 To Look Out For In 2016 (Part 1)

January 12, 2016 at 11:40 am Comments are Disabled

2016 is a year that holds a lot of opportunities for each and every one of us be it in work, relationships or health. I have compiled a list of ten businesspeople from whom we could get our inspiration to succeed from as these people are certainly achieving their goals […]

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Orlagh Winters: Who To Follow For Beauty And Fashion Tips

Orlagh Winters: Who To Follow For Beauty And Fashion Tips

January 6, 2016 at 12:51 pm Comments are Disabled

IF you are reading this, then the chances are that you have your own Facebook or Twitter page. Social media has become such an important part of every day life. We communicate with friends on the other side of the world, we get news literally as it is happening in […]

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Orlagh Winters: My Highlights And Lowlights Of 2015

Orlagh Winters: My Highlights And Lowlights Of 2015

December 30, 2015 at 12:53 pm Comments are Disabled

SO 2015 is coming to an end and what a year it has been for good and bad reasons. I have compiled what I think have been the highs and lows. I know that everyone has his or her own list but this is just mine and what I loved […]

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Orlagh Winters: I Love Christmas But For Some It’s A Heartbreaking Reminder Of Lost Loved Ones

Orlagh Winters: I Love Christmas But For Some It’s A Heartbreaking Reminder Of Lost Loved Ones

December 22, 2015 at 9:58 am Comments are Disabled

CHRISTMAS is here and as I said last week, the town looks incredible. I love this time of year and I am looking forward to spending it at home with my entire family, the first time in thirteen years that we are all together I was chatting to a friend of […]

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Orlagh Winters: It Really Is A Joy To Be In Tralee This Time Of The Year

Orlagh Winters: It Really Is A Joy To Be In Tralee This Time Of The Year

December 15, 2015 at 12:49 pm Comments are Disabled

SO it’s nearly here, the big day that every child in the country has waited for, Christmas. The letters to the big man himself have been posted and now the wait begins to see if you are on the naughty or nice list. There is such a lovely buzz around […]

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Orlagh Winters: Some Politicians In This Country Are Rotten To The Core

Orlagh Winters: Some Politicians In This Country Are Rotten To The Core

December 8, 2015 at 12:10 pm Comments are Disabled

LAST night, as I watched RTE’s Primetime Investigates, my blood boiled. It showed blatant examples of how councillors attempted to further their own ends while holding roles in public office. Was I surprised? No. Was I pissed off? Absolutely. These are people who are supposed to have the people’s best interests […]

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Orlagh Winters: What To Wear As Party Season Commences

Orlagh Winters: What To Wear As Party Season Commences

December 1, 2015 at 2:52 pm Comments are Disabled

SO it’s December and party season is about to commence. Work parties, catch up with friends dinners and in general late nights are going to become the norm for the next few weeks. For us ladies, there will be the usual preparation of getting the hair colour done to avoid […]

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Orlagh Winters: There Are Times When We All Need Someone To Talk To

Orlagh Winters: There Are Times When We All Need Someone To Talk To

November 25, 2015 at 2:17 pm Comments are Disabled

THERE are times in everyone’s life that they need a listening ear, be it due to stress, bereavement or indeed just life itself. Unfortunately there is still a stigma attached to the idea that anyone would need to see a counsellor. I don’t understand why, because counsellors are highly trained […]

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Orlagh Winters: Muslims Weren’t Responsible For Paris Attacks – Terrorists Were

Orlagh Winters: Muslims Weren’t Responsible For Paris Attacks – Terrorists Were

November 19, 2015 at 11:02 am Comments are Disabled

FRIDAY, November 13 will forever be etched on our minds for all of the wrong reasons. I have always hated the number 13 and this hatred is cemented even more now. I was sitting in Italy with my sister when the news flashed up on the screen. We were horrified […]

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Orlagh Winters: Forget About Celebrity Endorsements And Support Local

Orlagh Winters: Forget About Celebrity Endorsements And Support Local

November 10, 2015 at 11:29 am Comments are Disabled

FIRSTLY, thanks for all the messages about last week’s column, I really appreciate every single one. Yesterday a friend of mine posted a picture (see below) on Facebook and it really struck a chord with me. It is such a powerful message and it is something that I think we are […]

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Orlagh Winters: How Cancer And The Last Five Years Changed My Life Forever

Orlagh Winters: How Cancer And The Last Five Years Changed My Life Forever

November 3, 2015 at 11:11 am 2 comments

APOLOGIES for not having a column last week, but I was in CUH having tests. I can now finally say that I am cancer free and boy what a feeling it is. For the last five years I have contemplated life and how it has changed completely for me. Pre-cancer […]

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Orlagh Winters: When Life Throws A Curveball, You Find Out Who Your True Friends Are

Orlagh Winters: When Life Throws A Curveball, You Find Out Who Your True Friends Are

October 20, 2015 at 12:31 pm Comments are Disabled

HAVE you ever wondered about how important friends are in your life? I have just spent an amazing weekend with great friends and it was exactly what the doctor ordered. Sometimes during our lifetime we all need our friends more than ever and true friendship will always help us get through […]

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Orlagh Winters: We Should All Mourn Garda Golden

Orlagh Winters: We Should All Mourn Garda Golden

October 13, 2015 at 10:19 am Comments are Disabled

THE news from Omeath about the shooting dead of Garda Tony Golden was horrendous to hear. The circumstances in which he lost his life got me thinking about the work that the Garda force do. They are responsible for protecting us and while doing so they put their own lives […]

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Orlagh Winters: Getting That Lump Checked Out Could Save Your Life

Orlagh Winters: Getting That Lump Checked Out Could Save Your Life

October 7, 2015 at 3:21 pm Comments are Disabled

OCTOBER as many of you will know is Breast Cancer Awareness month and for that reason I am giving you all a gentle reminder that if there is any lump, bump or pain that you are unsure about, please go and get it checked. So many times we ignore our […]

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Orlagh Winters: Cyclists Need To Lighten Up And Brighten Up On The Roads

Orlagh Winters: Cyclists Need To Lighten Up And Brighten Up On The Roads

September 29, 2015 at 9:59 am Comments are Disabled

LAST night I was driving down from Galway back to Kerry. It was a stunning evening when I set off on the trip and I am sure that this added to the reason a lot of people chose to go out for a walk or a cycle. It is of […]

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Orlagh Winters: A Simple Thank You Can Make Someone’s Day

Orlagh Winters: A Simple Thank You Can Make Someone’s Day

September 22, 2015 at 10:26 am Comments are Disabled

SOMETIMES a simple thank you is the best feeling in the world. I was at the races in Listowel on Friday and I was approached by two of the men behind Mc Elligott’s Tralee. They are the new main sponsor of the Ladies Day competition which by the way was […]

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Orlagh Winters: Time To Give A Céad Míle Fáilte’ To Those Who Need It

Orlagh Winters: Time To Give A Céad Míle Fáilte’ To Those Who Need It

September 15, 2015 at 9:59 am Comments are Disabled

SELDOM in my life have I have ever been as upset at seeing a photo of the beautiful boy lying lifeless on the beach in Bodrum. This precious little boy was called Aylan and he perished along with his mother and brother on the way to what was perceived to be […]

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Orlagh Winters: We Need To Learn How To Take (And Give) A Compliment

Orlagh Winters: We Need To Learn How To Take (And Give) A Compliment

September 8, 2015 at 10:45 am Comments are Disabled

WHY is it that we as a nation find it so difficult to take a compliment? This is particularly true when it comes to us ladies. How often have you heard yourself or others say when they are told that they are looking well, the response is “God I don’t […]

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Orlagh Winters: Rape Is Never The Victim’s Fault

Orlagh Winters: Rape Is Never The Victim’s Fault

September 1, 2015 at 8:42 am Comments are Disabled

CHRISSIE Hynde was someone who I always admired, but that certainly changed this week. The frontwoman for the brilliant band The Pretenders has made some crazy statements in her new book. She wrote about her own rape experience when she was 21 and attributed the blame to herself. Continued below… She […]

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Orlagh Winters: We All Love A Good Night Out With The Girls

Orlagh Winters: We All Love A Good Night Out With The Girls

August 25, 2015 at 10:47 am Comments are Disabled

EVERY lady I have ever spoken to loves a good night out with the girls. A night is even better when it is supporting a great cause. I have said in the past how charitible we are here in Kerry and we are great at supporting local charities. Well on Friday […]

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Orlagh Winters: Women Need To Stop Bringing Each Other Down

Orlagh Winters: Women Need To Stop Bringing Each Other Down

August 4, 2015 at 10:16 am Comments are Disabled

GALWAY was where it was at last week and boy was it fun! Racing, friends, a little champers and lots of craic is always the recipe for a good meeting. I caught up with my childhood friends and lots of the Cork and Kerry girls too. Ladies Day at any […]

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Orlagh Winters: Be Kind To Your Four-Legged Friends

Orlagh Winters: Be Kind To Your Four-Legged Friends

July 28, 2015 at 11:06 am Comments are Disabled

ANIMALS are something that have always been a huge part of my life, in fact it is safe to say that there have been times that I preferred the company of animals to humans. My two cats are my babies and I cannot imagine ever harming them. Over the weekend, readers […]

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Orlagh Winters: A Visit To Ryle, The House Of Men’s Style

Orlagh Winters: A Visit To Ryle, The House Of Men’s Style

July 21, 2015 at 11:07 am Comments are Disabled

IN recent times there has been a huge surge in the amount of men taking extra special care of their appearance. It’s no longer just the ladies who put thought and effort into choosing outfits for special occasions. I had to ask Kerry’s favourite menswear clothing expert about the style […]

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Orlagh Winters: Why Is It A Mortal Sin To Have An Opinion On A Bold Child?

Orlagh Winters: Why Is It A Mortal Sin To Have An Opinion On A Bold Child?

July 14, 2015 at 11:31 am Comments are Disabled

HAVE you ever uttered the words “that wouldn’t happen in my day”? Well I certainly have and I almost immediately laughed at it, as they were not words that I ever thought I would hear myself  say. Without sounding like a grumpy old bat, there is something that I have […]

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Orlagh Winters: Why Do Some People Hide Their Age?

Orlagh Winters: Why Do Some People Hide Their Age?

July 7, 2015 at 10:08 am Comments are Disabled

WHAT is wrong with getting old? Why is it suddenly a trend to knock years off your age? Growing old is a luxury not everyone is granted so enjoy your years on this earth and don’t try and hide your age. It has almost become an insult to refer to […]

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Orlagh Winters: True Friendship Is A Wonderful Gift…So Cherish It!

Orlagh Winters: True Friendship Is A Wonderful Gift…So Cherish It!

June 30, 2015 at 10:44 am Comments are Disabled

THIS week I was lucky enough to be a guest at a wedding of an old school friend in the beautiful city of Prague. It is a wonderful, magical city and the wedding day was one of those days that you will never forget. Memories were created that will last forever. […]

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Orlagh Winters: Make-Up Tips From An Expert

Orlagh Winters: Make-Up Tips From An Expert

June 23, 2015 at 12:41 pm Comments are Disabled

HERE in the Kindom of Kerry, we are blessed to have many talented people in all walks of life. Over the next few weeks I will be meeting some of these people who will give us an insight into their lives and their work and talents. We start this process […]

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Orlagh Winters: The Fine Weather Is Here So ‘Sunblock Up’

Orlagh Winters: The Fine Weather Is Here So ‘Sunblock Up’

June 16, 2015 at 10:08 am Comments are Disabled

SO the sun has made a very welcome return to our lives this week, isn’t this always the case when thousands of students are sitting state exams? Thankfully for most of the exam students, they are finally over and they can finally enjoy the well-earned holidays.  Unfortunately, we as a […]

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