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The 2019 competition entry form has been submitted and we check out what the plan is.
We're all becoming more environmentally conscious about household waste but where can we recycle when our bins overflow?
We're not expecting a repeat of last year's weather but Water Conservation is something to do now.
Johnstown is very green but we think we could improve the lawns, roundabouts and troubled spots.
Not to be confused with those angry wasps we'd like you to support the dwindling Bee population.
Are you an animal lover or are you one of the few inconsiderate dog walkers who are putting every one of us at serious risk?
What's the new internet like?
We have a hands on review to help you decide if it's right for your home.
If the darker and colder mornings are stopping you from waking up then we've found very pleasant way to rise and shine.
Do you have a new puppy or very young dog?
Julie Homes provides help on that tricky matter of toilet training.
Did you dress up and go trick or treating?
We captured some moments and you scared the LIFE out of us!
A little early to mention Christmas Presents but there's good reasons why this shouldn't be one.
4 months on and we review the local changes in the Navan South Area.
Summer might be ending but there's plenty of time to enjoy our gardens.
If you're looking to reduce your home energy bills research the available government grants.
It's not often that something that can save you lots of money is offered for FREE.
We discovered that it's TRUE.
With so many new homes being built they all need furniture. Where would you buy yours?
Do you sit down for most of your day and wonder why you feel physically exhausted at the end of it?
We discovered that nestling beside Dalgan Park is a wonderful family run Organic Farm.
The 'big guns' came out recently to tackle and level the Johnstown Wood 'forest' of grass and weeds.
The Event brought together pets, their owners and 5 local services to create the largest gathering of Dogs ever seen in Johnstown.
Following on from the seasonal displays in Navan we now have them for Johnstown
It's OK to have emotions and to feel Happy or Sad. It is particularly difficult for children to experience Grief and Loss.
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?
Why does Johnstown bear signs of graffiti acceptance and shall we do something about it?
The weather was hot and the ground baked hard but there is new life growing first time in a decade.
Anything which grows where we don't want it is considered to be a weed but is Weed Killer your friend or foe?
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.
We finally have some landmark signage to announce Johnstown is more than a map location.
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?
The media has gone quiet but we're expecting a NEW bill in the months to come.
Nesting behind trees and hidden from the road we missed this one from last months construction sites update.
Don't just plant flowers instead plant flowers that produce food for your summer BBQ.
The Media has been promoting a proactive consumer reaction to the amount of plastics we purchase. Whats's the BIG issue?
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.
Help a local family support their child and thousands of others with life-limiting conditions.
How much do you feed your dog and is it a healthy option?
We asked Pets And More to help answer these questions.
Hire a professional to create 'perfect' bespoke items of furniture or clever solutions to renovate your home.
We're not the only creatures needing homes so if you're an animal lover please support them.
When it should be quiet we're now expecting 2 weeks of Easter road jams throughout Navan South.
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?
Bring some vibrance, colour and excitement to your garden by feeding the wild birds.
Recent property price rises have seen local rents rapidly and dramatically increase.
Having been granted Conditional Planning Approval the objections continue.
Many Residents Groups have called upon the council to erect ‘Slow Down Children at Play’ signs and many now have speed restrictions.
In light of recent Social Media headlines we must have a chat with our Children about safety online.
Recently the focus has reverted to connecting you with 'Friends'. Not great news if you have or follow an Activity or Business Pages.
With evenings becoming darker earlier it's a chance to light the fires and add fragrances to the home.
It's hard to stand back and watch while someone waits in pain and distress on Public Hospital Waiting Lists.
There is an alternative scheme to avoid the wait.
Usually this is the advice you get far too late and it was an eye opener when it happened to me.
You might not be able to avoid a crash but you can be more prepared for the events after it.
We can't take the credit for this article but we've included it since it's incredibly good.
After the November power outage in Johnstown it's worth checking out this site.
Are you an avid user who has 'Friended' many, joined groups and activity pages? Have you now noticed how few of their postings you actually get to see?
Want to know why?
If you have a Facebook Page for a Business, an Activity or an Interest then you've probably acquired many followers.
Want to know why you are not reaching them?
The newest outlet to open in the Johnstown Shopping Centre we discover a little more about the owners and their Giftware.
Winter is Coming! Are you sparking up your fireplaces and do you want to know what the best fuel is?
Discover 'one of a kind', high quality and lovingly hand made gifts at one of our local markets.
Most of us make postings on Facebook but are we reaching the right audience to get results when we complain?
Find out how to become more effective.
Put a coat around your home and follow our monthly series discovering what your neighbours have done to stay warm over winter.
It's the season for the returning damp and then mold.
Here's some advice on how to deal with it.
With more homes having more cars there's no extra room on the road so what can you do?
Having come to the assistance of our Community to remove the recent graffiti we discovered a local firm with so many 'Around the Home' services.
We take a stroll through our basic home security with a resident tradesman to get an idea of what we can do to prevent intruders and repair their damage.
When the summer sunshine appears we love to eat outside and the Ivy Cafe has the perfect healthy take out 'alfresco' meals.
It happens too often, you're fun picnic gets interrupted by wasps and bees! For solutions and remedies read on
If you're going away on holidays, or even to the local shops, there's some basic things you really should do to your mobile phone right now. There's plenty of things you will wish you hadn't
Some advice on making your home secure before you leave and also taking a look at securing your possessions in your Holiday Home
We can't live without them and when they break we feel lost. We look into what can be done to repair our phones
As summer approaches the students are starting the exam season. It's a tough few weeks so we look at what we should be doing to lower the stress levels.
Being able to see from places we couldn't reach certainly has it's benefits. Together with aerial images Drones can measure heat loss and create 3D landscape maps.
Some jobs need industrial strength tools. Our recommended man with a white van is both registered, insured and legit so employ him not the unlicensed rogues when you want windows, gutters and driveway cleans.
Vandalism and fly tipping has meant that our nearest glass recycling bins have now gone. Find out why we need them and where our nearest recycling places are.
If you've got young babies, toddlers or teens then this scheme creates Safe, Responsible Baby Sitters.
Many of us are now finding that the bricks are coming loose on the driveway and garden wall.
If you're curious to find out what our homes are worth then here you can find out
Ireland is naturally green and with the amount of rainfall we receive it's lush green for good reason but is your.
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