Elite Aesthetics

ELITE BY NAME, ELITE BY NATURE!

When Emma Heaney and her mum, Margaret, launched Elite Aesthetics, they never imagined it would grow into such a successful business. “Our goal was to offer a safe clinical environment, where patients could receive the most innovative and up-to-date aesthetic treratment, moving aesthetics away from the pillow cheeks and duck lips,” explains Emma. “Our goal was never to change a…

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Five Things We Love - Local Women

FIVE THINGS WE LOVE THIS WEEK

“We’re always on the lookout for comfy flats that can get us through a busy day on our feet while looking good at the same time. These trainers definitely tick all the boxes!” “This skirt takes glamour to a whole new level! It’s especially eye-catching when teamed with a white top and as an added bonus, it has an elasticated…

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Down Syndrome Awareness & Rights - Local Women Magazine

DERRY MUM PRAISES FOYLE DOWN SYNDROME TRUST

The futures of around 10,000 vulnerable children across Northern Ireland could be in jeopardy if long-term lifeline support isn’t secured for them. But if all this just sounds like more faceless statistics, zoom in. Close up you’ll find that behind every one of those 10,000 children is a story as unique and often as challenging as the kids themselves –…

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Five Things We Love - Local Women

FIVE THINGS WE LOVE THIS WEEK

“As if we need an excuse to have a glass of wine…especially now the schools are shut for the summer holidays!!! We love the rainbow effect in these glasses, they’re really cheerful and not something you would hide away in the cupboard!” “We love everything about this dress, the length, the print, the colour. This shirt dress is perfect for…

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Five Things We Love - Local Women

FIVE THINGS WE LOVE THIS WEEK

“Do you know when a meal tastes as good as it looks? Well, the chilli chicken roll is exactly that! It’s actually The Holestone’s very unique take on a pizza and we love it!” “This body balm can be used practically anywhere to replenish and nourish tired and dried skin. We’ve found it particularly useful when getting our feet ready…

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Frankie Local Women Magazine

MUM’S FUNDRAISING BID FOR HER BELOVED HEART WARRIOR

Despite everything life threw at him, little Frankie Wilson always faced every challenge with courage and without complaint.  Before he was even born, doctors discovered he had a congenital heart defect so serious they believed it was unlikely he would survive long after birth.  However, while Frankie defied medical predictions, his short life was punctuated by countless hospital visits which…

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Autism Feature

AUTISM – IT’S TIME TO STOP THE STIGMA

Louise Taylor never thought she had autism, but when he 44-year-old decided to start a blog a few years ago, online bulling made her realise that not everyone saw the world the way she did. This light bulb moment late on in her life led to her diagnosis. Now, the Cookstown woman is calling for more representation of autistic adults,…

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Write Stuff Local Women Magazine

THE WRITE STUFF

By Maureen Coleman I love a random moment – the unexpected run-ins with people you haven’t seen in decades or those ‘pinch me – did that just happen?’ experiences which still have us laughing days later. As a former showbiz journalist, I’ve had quite a few – from the impromptu interview with rock band Kasabian that progressed to all-night party…

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Coastal Caretaker Local Women

THE COASTAL CARETAKERS SAVING LIVES AT SEA

In the driving wind and rain, they’d little hope of hearing any call from the person reported missing off Portstewart shortly before. But in a momentary lull, one of the rescuers thought they heard a faint cry. They listened again. Other crew members heard it too. Against all odds, the person was eventually pulled from the waves and saved –…

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