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December 2018
December 2018
Magazine Changes
Magazine Changes
With close to 300 articles it was time to create a navigation structure to help new and returning readers to discover our Community Spirit.
Christmas Moment
Christmas Moment
Our photo competition returns and we'd like to share your Christmas Moment photos and be in with a chance of being selected for a local prize.
Santa Experience
Santa Experience
Have you booked a visit to immerse the children in a magical Christmas experience?
Better WiFi
Better WiFi
What's the new internet like?
We have a hands on review to help you decide if it's right for your home.
The Big Shave
The Big Shave
Movember saw moustaches on the unlikeliest of men but it was all in a good cause to raise funds for St Mary's Special Needs School.
November 2018
November 2018
Good Morning
Good Morning
If the darker and colder mornings are stopping you from waking up then we've found very pleasant way to rise and shine.
Fun Run
Fun Run
The 2nd C na Mi Secondary School had students pounding the pavements to raise funds for a worthy cause.
Halloween Night
Halloween Night
Did you dress up and go trick or treating?
We captured some moments and you scared the LIFE out of us!
Gym After 30
Gym After 30
If getting out of pain, having more energy and being stronger weren't enough to convince you that participating in a training programme is a good idea, this month's topic should push you over the edge.
MOvember
MOvember
We've all heard about the month where the lads can have an excuse not to shave.
We find out how locals are raising funds for charity.
Warm Home
Warm Home
What's the coldest room in your home?
We think we know and have some tips to warm it up AND save money.
Dog Training
Dog Training
Do you have a new puppy or very young dog?
Julie Homes provides help on that tricky matter of toilet training.
Superfast WiFi
Superfast WiFi
SIRO is now providing superfast internet but why isn't it so fast over WiFi.
We explain.
October 2018
October 2018
Halloween
Halloween
Costumes, Decorations and Treats but will there be a local street parade and photos?
Dog Training
Dog Training
A little early to mention Christmas Presents but there's good reasons why this shouldn't be one.
New Activities
New Activities
Johnstown has a full week of sports based activities if you know where to look.
Gym after 30
Gym after 30
"It's cool for your your kids to continue to look at you as a superhero".
Be that superhero!
September 2018
September 2018
Energy Grants
Energy Grants
If you're looking to reduce your home energy bills research the available government grants.
Climote Heating
Climote Heating
It's not often that something that can save you lots of money is offered for FREE.
We discovered that it's TRUE.
Christy's Interiors
Christy's Interiors
With so many new homes being built they all need furniture. Where would you buy yours?
Sitting Comfortably?
Sitting Comfortably?
Do you sit down for most of your day and wonder why you feel physically exhausted at the end of it?
Lifestyle Control
Lifestyle Control
We ask members of a local group to tell us how support can really help make a difference.
Endurance
Endurance
Are you discovering that you're not as fit as you were when you were much younger?
Let Darragh Creamer convince you to change that.
Sports Review
Sports Review
We catch up with last month's sports games with a brief selection of local reports.
August 2018
August 2018
Summer Photo Prize
Summer Photo Prize
Enter our Photo Competition and send in pictures of Summer. It might WIN you a prize.
Heritage Week
Heritage Week
One week with so many local events you'll need our guide to help plan your days.
Musical Society
Musical Society
This August's show promises to be another fantastic performance so get tickets quickly.
Drink Drive Limit
Drink Drive Limit
Are you unsure what the new alcohol limits really mean for drivers on the night and if you can drive the next morning?
Sports Reporting
Sports Reporting
A new Sports Media Site has launched to report on local games.
With over 50 local sports activities perhaps you can help.
Gym after 30
Gym after 30
When you're in your 20's, it's easy to find the time and the motivation to go to the gym, but as you get older your priorities change.
Avoid Bites
Avoid Bites
If you've been somewhere warm you're highly lightly to have been bitten by Mosquitoes.
We found solutions to keeping them away.
July 2018
July 2018
Dog Day Review
Dog Day Review
The Event brought together pets, their owners and 5 local services to create the largest gathering of Dogs ever seen in Johnstown.
Bridge Flowers
Bridge Flowers
Following on from the seasonal displays in Navan we now have them for Johnstown
Big Cut
Big Cut
The 'big guns' came out recently to tackle and level the Johnstown Wood 'forest' of grass and weeds.
Big Dig
Big Dig
The weather was hot and the ground baked hard but there is new life growing for the first time in a decade.
Weed Killer
Weed Killer
Anything which grows where we don't want it is considered to be a weed but is Weed Killer your friend or foe?
It Bloomed
It Bloomed
It's OK to have emotions and to feel Happy or Sad. We discovered how so much has been expressed through a garden and the creation of Rainbows End.
Water Butts
Water Butts
Ireland is green for good reasons. With a relatively wet climate and mild temperatures throughout the year why would we bother to conserve or reduce our use of water?
Organic Farm
Organic Farm
We discovered that nestling beside Dalgan Park is a wonderful family run Organic Farm.
Graffiti Review
Graffiti Review
Why does Johnstown bear signs of graffiti acceptance and shall we do something about it?
June 2018
June 2018
JTT 2018 Entry
JTT 2018 Entry
The Entry form has gone in and the projects are underway. Read what the group are doing and lend a hand since they need residents to help.
Welcome Signs
Welcome Signs
We finally have some landmark signage to announce Johnstown is more than a map location.
Dog Mess
Dog Mess
They're treated as members of the family but we wouldn't dream of leaving dirty nappies out in public so why do some pet owners treat dogs any differently?
Residents v's Grass
Residents v's Grass
You can't have missed the long grass covering one Estate's lawn.
Find out why.
50 More Homes
50 More Homes
Nesting behind trees and hidden from the road we missed this one from last months construction sites update.
New Bridge
New Bridge
Traffic Congestion through Johnstown but improvements for pedestrian and cyclist safety.
Balrath Woods
Balrath Woods
Continuing our series on Family Friendly Free venues this one comes highly recommended.
May 2018
May 2018
Things to do?
Things to do?
With a large population there's plenty of activity groups locally and we need help to create an accurate list.
Ace Maths 4
Ace Maths 4
With there being weeks to the Junior and Leaving Certs you can get assistance to Ace Maths.
Generous Hair Cut
Generous Hair Cut
This young resident volunteered and donated some of her hair to help others.
Garden Bounty
Garden Bounty
Don't just plant flowers instead plant flowers that produce food for your summer BBQ.
April 2018
April 2018
Plastic Protest
Plastic Protest
The Media has been promoting a proactive consumer reaction to the amount of plastics we purchase. What's the BIG issue?
Grass Root Issues
Grass Root Issues
It's the season to start cutting grass but could we could save a fortune and enhance the area if we simply had less of it.
OsKaRs
OsKaRs
This Big Screen Fundraiser is certainly one with a difference.
Find out what the fuss is about.
Children’s Hospice
Children’s Hospice
Help a local family support their child and thousands of others with life-limiting conditions.
Rainbows End
Rainbows End
Local Navan Schoolgirl turned Garden Designer is on the Road to Bloom by Bord Bía™
Last Hope
Last Hope
We're not the only creatures needing homes so if you're an animal lover please support them.
Home Renovations
Home Renovations
Hire a professional to create 'perfect' bespoke items of furniture or clever solutions to renovate your home.
March 2018
March 2018
Snow Moment
Snow Moment
March began with snow and lots of it. It's gone but it left memories.
See how we enjoyed it and who Won our Competition?
Expect Traffic
Expect Traffic
When it should be quiet we're now expecting 2 weeks of Easter road jams throughout Navan South.
Transformed
Transformed
After Completing 8 weeks of Operation Transformation we discover if the Taylor's Chubby Chappies and Pink Ladies got results.
Ice & a Slice
Ice & a Slice
The Gin revolution has come to Johnstown with 10 Available to taste in Taylors.
Lost & Found
Lost & Found
Having your Pet microchip'd is quick & painless. If your lost pet is then found you can be notified.
Why then are so many not chipped?
Dog Food
Dog Food
How much do you feed your dog and is it a healthy option?
We asked Pets And More to help answer these questions.
Wild Birds
Wild Birds
Bring some vibrance, colour and excitement to your garden by feeding the wild birds.
February 2018
February 2018
Facilities
Facilities
Fundamentally we are missing an indoor space to act as a focal point for our community that's within walking distance.
House Price Hike
House Price Hike
Recent property price rises have seen local rents rapidly and dramatically increase.
New Apartments Approved
New Apartments Approved
Having been granted Conditional Planning Approval the objections continue.
Go Slow
Go Slow
Many Residents Groups have called upon the council to erect ‘Slow Down Children at Play’ signs and many now have speed restrictions.
Road Link
Road Link
A Public Consultation was held to introduce a proposal for a new road to link North and West Navan.
Roundabout Sponsorship
Roundabout Sponsorship
Has our roundabout been sponsored? With our current traffic flow adverts will be noticed.
Ace Maths
Ace Maths
With exam season approaching we found a local who can help you overcome Maths problems.
Health Drive
Health Drive
Another group inspired by Operation Transformation gets locals pacing the streets in a bid to get healthier.
Mini Breaks
Mini Breaks
Looking to escape for a night away then we have a local man who can bring you great offers.
Bennett Optical 20 20
Bennett Optical 20 20
Bennett Optical can provide Eye Tests and prescription glasses together with sports goggles and designer frames too.
Community Alerts
Community Alerts
One of our residents came up with a good Neighbourhood Watch idea that doesn't use Social Media and avoids its pitfalls and trappings.
Danger Online
Danger Online
In light of recent Social Media headlines we must have a chat with our Children about safety online.
Facebook Changed
Facebook Changed
Recently the focus has reverted to connecting you with 'Friends'. Not great news if you have or follow an Activity or Business Pages.
January 2018
January 2018
Compilation Edition
Compilation Edition
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More Edition Years
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