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Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Irish Independent
Sister of Wexford councillor knocked unconscious while fiancé stomped by gang in ‘unprovoked attack'
Lyndsey Forde, the sister of Cllr Tom Forde, had been enjoying a night out with her partner Darren at The Whistlin' Donkeys at The Breakwater Festival on Saturday night. The couple had made their way back across Wexford Bridge and were walking through the crammed streets of the town at The Bullring when their evening took a horrible turn. Lyndsey was struck from behind by an unknown assailant and fell to the ground, hitting her head and ending up unconscious. When she came to, she saw a group of males stomping on the head of her partner Darren, causing him serious injuries. The couple said that the attack was completely random and their assailants were unknown to them. Judging by their accents, they believe the group of males may have been from Dublin. Gardaí were quick on the scene and the couple were put in an ambulance and brought to Wexford General Hospital for treatment. Having suffered two fractured eye sockets and a broken jaw, Darren is left facing surgery for his injuries and has been unable to eat since the attack. While the rest of the town is celebrating a wonderful Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025, which saw 800,000 people in attendance, Lyndsey and Darren's experience has 'left a bitter taste". "I feel it just needs to be said,' Lyndsey said in an emotional Facebook post. 'Everyone who knows me knows I love my town, my language and all things Irish. I love the Fleadh, but reading through all the posts congratulating security and everyone involved leaves me with a bitter taste in my mouth.' The Wexford woman went on to outline the attack. "This was a random and unprovoked attack that has left us feeling sick and angry at the state our town,' she continued. 'We can all say well done on the Fleadh but the reality is our town is falling apart behind the scenes. I doubt we will get justice for this but honestly people need to be aware of what's really going on. Wexford is not a safe town no matter how much we dress it up. "Anyone who knows Darren knows he is the friendliest kindest person and I'm so sick this happened to him.' Gardaí are investigating the incident and CCTV footage is reportedly being analysed. Lyndsey's post has been shared nearly 400 times on social media and an appeal has been made for anyone with information to contact Wexford Gardaí on 0539165200 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666111.
Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mirror
'I look 10 years younger and lost 4st without fat jabs thanks to simple change'
Lyndsey Kelly, 45, decided to change her lifestyle when the scales tipped 13st 1lb A mum has revealed how she turned back the clock by a decade after ditching unhealthy habits and embracing fitness - and now feels incredible showing off her bikini body. Lyndsey Kelly, 45, from Bolton, used to spend her summers eating greasy takeaways and could 'easily drink a bottle of red' - or even two - over the weekend. But after changing her lifestyle, she's stunned friends and family with her transformation, with people telling her she 'looks 10 years younger.' 'I couldn't walk up a set of stairs without feeling out of breath,' Lyndsey admits. The turning point came when her weight reached 13st 1lb. That's when the machine operator and content creator, who now has more than 10,500 Instagram followers (@ decided it was time for a change. Fast forward, and Lyndsey has lost four stone and is now a self-confessed fitness fanatic. With sculpted muscles from her 'off-season bulk,' she feels healthier and happier than ever and wants to share her journey to inspire other women. 'A lot of women think you'll end up looking like a man if you lift heavy weights,' she says. 'I'm proof that this really isn't true.' Before her transformation, Lyndsey says she felt decades older than her years. 'I lost nearly four stone after feeling like I was in my 70s - I had no energy to move. 'I loved loading my plate and would enjoy at least one kebab and chips or KFC every week. I could easily drink a bottle of red wine or a few gin and tonics on Fridays and Saturdays. 'I felt ashamed of my health and could barely play with my boy.' Determined to feel better, she joined the gym and began lifting weights four to five times a week. Now, she says she's never felt stronger: 'Now, I'm a muscle mummy - and I love it. It feels incredible to flaunt my figure in a bikini, but more importantly, I have so much more energy for life. 'I recently did a photo shoot, and it felt amazing to finally be proud of my body. Plus, people say I look years, even a decade younger.' Lyndsey's tips for losing weight without weight loss drugs Lyndsey insists staying fit isn't as difficult as it seems. Her golden rules include: Sticking to weightlifting for strength and tone Drinking at least three litres of water every day Walking 12,000 steps daily Ditching high-sugar foods and refined carbs
The Irish Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I lost 4st & reversed my age by 10 years but my secret is NOT Mounjaro – here's my tips to feeling amazing in a bikini
A MUM has shared how she reversed her age by ten years without fat loss jabs and now feels amazing in a bikini. Lyndsey Kelly, from Bolton, would spend her summer months enjoying greasy takeaways and could 'easily drink a bottle of red' or two over the weekend. 6 Lynsey has shared how she lost four stones, dramatically changing her body Credit: Jam press 6 She claims the secret has nothing to do with mounjaro Credit: Jam press She's now changed her daily habits to reverse the signs of ageing – with people saying she 'looks 10 years younger' after her transformation. Lyndsey said she would be out of breath when walking up the stairs. When the 45-year-old saw the scale hit 13st 1lb, she decided it was time to make a drastic change to her lifestyle by learning how to lift weights. Lyndsey, a machine operator and content creator who has 10,500 followers (@ is now a fitness fanatic with bulging muscles from her 'off-season bulk'. The mum, who has a son, looks younger than ever and reveals her secrets so that others can follow in her footsteps. 'A lot of women think you'll end up looking like a man if you lift heavy weights." 'I'm proof that this really isn't true. 'I lost nearly four stone after feeling like I was in my 70s – I had no energy to move. Most read in Fabulous 'I loved loading my plate and would enjoy at least one kebab and chips or KFC every week. I could easily drink a bottle of red wine or a gin and tonic, both on Fridays and Saturdays. Gemma Collins reveals amount of weight she's lost 3 months after starting fat jabs 'I couldn't walk up a set of stairs without feeling out of breath, felt ashamed of my health and could barely play with my boy. 'Now, I'm a muscle mummy – and I love it. 'It feels incredible to flaunt my figure in a bikini, but I also have so much more life energy. 'I recently did a photo shoot, and it felt so great to be proud of my body. 'Plus, people say I look years, even a decade younger. 'It's not as hard as you might think to stay fit – these are my easy steps to follow.' Lyndsey, who hits the gym four to five times a week, focusing on weightlifting, says her first secret is ditching high-sugar foods or simple carbs that won't do your body any good. The bodybuilder also drinks at least three litres of water a day, and her top tip is to walk 12,000 steps per day. Lyndsey said, 'Consistency is key. 'Sticking to the basics every day can lead to big transformations. 'I drink three litres of water a day, this is the secret to good, healthy skin – also no smoking.' For any fellow mums struggling to get to the gym, Lyndsey recommends trying YouTube workouts as an alternative at home. Lyndsey, who was once a UK size 16, is now a size 8. But for her, being fit isn't just about dress sizes or looking younger – it's about feeling 'strong and powerful'. She's also built a community on Instagram, where she promotes body positivity. Lyndsey said: 'I have had no negative comments [because] all my followers are on a similar journey, so we support each other. 'I feel a lot more confident on the beach on holiday and in my everyday clothes as they fit better. Read more on the Irish Sun 'People can see the change in me – I'm fitter, healthier, and have zest for life again. 'I've truly never felt better.' 6 Lyndsey is now a fitness fanatic with bulging muscles Credit: Jam press 6 She says she's disproven the myth that heavy lifting will make you look like a man 6 The mum changed her life after turning fourty Credit: Jam press 6 Now she leads a healthier life-style Credit: Jam press The 5 best exercises to lose weight By Lucy Gornall, personal trainer and health journalist EXERCISE can be intimidating and hard to devote yourself to. So how do you find the right workout for you? As a PT and fitness journalist, I've tried everything. I've taken part in endless fitness competitions, marathons and I maintain a regime of runs, strength training and Pilates. Fitness is so entrenched in my life, I stick to it even at Christmas! The key is finding an activity you love that can become a habit. My top five forms of exercise, especially if you're trying to lose weight, are: Walking Running Pilates High-intensity interval training (HIIT) Strength training
Scottish Sun
08-07-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
I lost 4st & reversed my age by 10 years but my secret is NOT Mounjaro – here's my tips to feeling amazing in a bikini
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MUM has shared how she reversed her age by ten years without fat loss jabs and now feels amazing in a bikini. Lyndsey Kelly, from Bolton, would spend her summer months enjoying greasy takeaways and could 'easily drink a bottle of red' or two over the weekend. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Lynsey has shared how she lost four stones, dramatically changing her body Credit: Jam press 6 She claims the secret has nothing to do with mounjaro Credit: Jam press She's now changed her daily habits to reverse the signs of ageing – with people saying she 'looks 10 years younger' after her transformation. Lyndsey said she would be out of breath when walking up the stairs. When the 45-year-old saw the scale hit 13st 1lb, she decided it was time to make a drastic change to her lifestyle by learning how to lift weights. Lyndsey, a machine operator and content creator who has 10,500 followers (@ is now a fitness fanatic with bulging muscles from her 'off-season bulk'. Read more on weight loss THIN BOTTOM LINE Diet brand saved from going bust as it shifts to sell weight loss jabs The mum, who has a son, looks younger than ever and reveals her secrets so that others can follow in her footsteps. 'A lot of women think you'll end up looking like a man if you lift heavy weights." 'I'm proof that this really isn't true. 'I lost nearly four stone after feeling like I was in my 70s – I had no energy to move. 'I loved loading my plate and would enjoy at least one kebab and chips or KFC every week. I could easily drink a bottle of red wine or a gin and tonic, both on Fridays and Saturdays. Gemma Collins reveals amount of weight she's lost 3 months after starting fat jabs 'I couldn't walk up a set of stairs without feeling out of breath, felt ashamed of my health and could barely play with my boy. 'Now, I'm a muscle mummy – and I love it. 'It feels incredible to flaunt my figure in a bikini, but I also have so much more life energy. 'I recently did a photo shoot, and it felt so great to be proud of my body. 'Plus, people say I look years, even a decade younger. 'It's not as hard as you might think to stay fit – these are my easy steps to follow.' Lyndsey, who hits the gym four to five times a week, focusing on weightlifting, says her first secret is ditching high-sugar foods or simple carbs that won't do your body any good. The bodybuilder also drinks at least three litres of water a day, and her top tip is to walk 12,000 steps per day. Lyndsey said, 'Consistency is key. 'Sticking to the basics every day can lead to big transformations. 'I drink three litres of water a day, this is the secret to good, healthy skin – also no smoking.' For any fellow mums struggling to get to the gym, Lyndsey recommends trying YouTube workouts as an alternative at home. Lyndsey, who was once a UK size 16, is now a size 8. But for her, being fit isn't just about dress sizes or looking younger – it's about feeling 'strong and powerful'. She's also built a community on Instagram, where she promotes body positivity. Lyndsey said: 'I have had no negative comments [because] all my followers are on a similar journey, so we support each other. 'I feel a lot more confident on the beach on holiday and in my everyday clothes as they fit better. 'People can see the change in me – I'm fitter, healthier, and have zest for life again. 'I've truly never felt better.' 6 Lyndsey is now a fitness fanatic with bulging muscles Credit: Jam press 6 She says she's disproven the myth that heavy lifting will make you look like a man 6 The mum changed her life after turning fourty Credit: Jam press 6 Now she leads a healthier life-style Credit: Jam press
Business Wire
01-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Valley National Bancorp Announces New General Counsel
MORRISTOWN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:VLY), the holding company for Valley National Bank, announced that Lyndsey Sloan has joined the company as Senior Executive Vice President, General Counsel. In this role, Ms. Sloan will oversee the legal function at Valley and serve as a strategic advisor to executive management and the Board of Directors. 'We are excited to welcome Lyndsey to Valley,' said Valley CEO Ira Robbins. 'Lyndsey's deep experience in banking, governance, and complex transactions will help Valley navigate an evolving landscape as we continue to deliver relationship-driven service and solutions to our clients.' Ms. Sloan brings over two decades of legal and leadership experience in the financial services and technology sectors. Most recently, she served as Deputy General Counsel at The Huntington National Bank, where she led a 30-attorney team advising across business lines and functions. Her background includes overseeing regulatory relations, advising on numerous transactions, launching an enterprise-wide patent program to support innovation, and serving as Corporate Secretary to the Board of Directors. Earlier in her career, Ms. Sloan was General Counsel for Global Technology Finance and for a global software company, where she helped lead the sale of the business to its largest competitor. 'I am excited to join Valley's talented leadership team and to contribute to the incredible culture formed by nearly 100 years in banking,' said Ms. Sloan. 'I look forward to collaborating with the leadership team to deliver value to Valley's customers, communities, associates, and shareholders.' Ms. Sloan succeeds Gary Michael, who has retired after more than 19 years of dedicated service to Valley. About Valley As the principal subsidiary of Valley National Bancorp, Valley National Bank is a regional bank with $62 Billion in total assets. Valley is committed to giving people and businesses the power to succeed. Valley operates many convenient branch locations and commercial banking offices across New Jersey, New York, Florida, Alabama, California, and Illinois, and is committed to providing the most convenient service, the latest innovations and an experienced and knowledgeable team dedicated to meeting customer needs. Helping communities grow and prosper is the heart of Valley's corporate citizenship philosophy. To learn more about Valley, go to or call our Customer Care Center at 800-522-4100.
