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Study help from Dunclug College

Posted by Cherry | Apr 21, 2016 |

Here is all you need to know about studying without struggling from the Journalism students at Dunclug College. How to make Studying not so bad Revising for exams and class tests are extremely important, even for those subjects that you find easier than others. There is no short cut when it comes to revising. When you put enough revision in, you’ll get the results. Here is how to make revision much easier for you. Make a plan Write down the subjects from what you find hardest to easiest, because this will help you gather the information you need to decide how much revision you need to put in for each subject, so you can create a revision timetable for each day and put in the subjects in for no one than an hour (don’t forget to take breaks) and put in more of the subjects you find more difficult and less of the subjects you find not as hard. Make notes Everyone has their different way of revising. Personally I write down bullet points and questions, but if that doesn’t work for you, you can make a spider diagram for each topic for the subject, flash cards (highly recommend for learning words or for anyone studying a language), past papers and revision booklets. Remove all distractions Distractions are like enemies with revision. If you leave them out, they will...

Ballymena Music Shop to follow on Instagram

Posted by Cherry | Apr 21, 2016 |

Instagram is one of our favourite things to follow online. Lots of Ballymena businesses do a great job of promoting their business and our town online using the photo sharing app and if you are a keen musician then here is a local instagram account which you must follow. Red Star Music – click here to view the full Instagram page. This Instagram showcases products from musical instruments to the latest sheet music which you could be adding to your collection. Here are some of our favourite snaps. We also are pretty excited about the piano/vocal/guitar music for Adele’s...

Northern Ireland Farm Handbook and Farming Insurance

Posted by Cherry | Apr 20, 2016 |

This years Farm Business Data planning handbook has been released and is available online at the DARD website. Here are some details of what is included: ‘Farm Business Data 2016’ will be a valuable source of information for farmers, their professional advisors, those undertaking formal training in agriculture or anyone who requires planning and budgetary data relating to farming in the north of Ireland. The role of ‘Farm Business Data’ is to provide a comprehensive and authoritative source of physical and financial information that is tailored to farm planning needs here. Budgets for all the crop and livestock enterprises commonly found in Northern Ireland are presented in the handbook. A section on Farm Support Schemes details the operation of selected schemes such as the Basic Payment Scheme. A range of useful information in the ‘Miscellaneous’ section includes a summary of nitrates and phosphorous regulations. It also includes details on taxation, fixed costs, machinery costs, hire charges, contractors’ charges, conacre rents and key DARD contact points. (Source) If you would like to view a copy of this document online then please Click here. Farming Insurance Another thing that farmers simply cant do without is Farming insurance. For the everyday running of your farm, and everything in between from unexpected events, or getting protected against rural crime. It is vital that you have the correct insurance for your farm. One local...

Ballymena vet give advice for cats with mouth ulcers

Posted by Cherry | Apr 20, 2016 |

At Grove vets in Ballymena vets recently treated Rupert. Rupert is a happy cat who was feeling under the weather and having trouble with mouth ulcers. Mouth ulcers can happen to cats just like they happen to humans, however, it is sometimes difficult to notice them inside your cat’s mouth. Mouth Ulcers can cause lots of pain, it can make them reluctant to eat and be the sign of something more serious. Here is what Grove Vets recently shared on their website: We are happy to report that Rupert is well on his way to a full recovery. He suffered from a...

Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction – Ballymena Books

Posted by Cherry | Apr 19, 2016 |

Ballymena is full of book lovers and nothing gets readers more excited than an announcement about an award. One of my favourite awards is the Baileys Women’s Prize for Women which highlights the best works of literatures penned by female authors over the past year. If you aren’t familiar with the prize then you might have heard of some of its former winners who include Ali Smith, Barbara Kingsolver, Marilynne Robinson, and Ann Patchett. Who ever wins the award this year will be in good company! Here are more details about the awards: Now in its twenty first year, the Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction celebrates excellence, originality and accessibility in writing by women from throughout the world. We’re delighted to announce this year’s Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlist, featuring one previously shortlisted author and three debut novels. “After a long and often passionate debate we are proud to present our 2016 shortlist,” said Margaret Mountford, Chair of judges. “Our choices reflect a really diverse mix of brilliant writing from new and established authors around the world and we hope that everyone will find much to enjoy in them.” To stay in the loop about this year’s Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction and for a chance to win the shortlist, follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The 2016 shortlisted books are as follows: Cynthia Bond: Ruby Anne Enright: The Green Road Lisa McInerney: The Glorious Heresies...

Author: Cherry

Study help from Dunclug College

Ballymena Music Shop to follow on Instagram

Northern Ireland Farm Handbook and Farming Insurance

Ballymena vet give advice for cats with mouth ulcers

Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction – Ballymena Books

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