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the word by George Thompson
Cork’s Newest Sporting Hero Wins American Title.
I spoke with Gary ‘Spike’ O’Sullivan the day before he left for the States for his American Title fight against Jimmy ‘The Dream’ Leblanc (after his original opponent was withdrawn), telling me he was confident of winning either by knockout in the first round or certainly within the first five Speaking to Gary after the fight on Sunday morning from Boston he told me that his opponent declared to him after the fight that he couldn’t handle Spike’s power and speed, holding on so as not to allow the Corkman hurt him. Gary was declared the winner by way of his opponent’s disqualification and mounted the ropes in celebration. The Mahon man took the fight to his opponent from the off and landed a series of stinging left jabs. It was clear before the end of the opening round however that Leblanc was out of his depth, his continued holding of the Irishman already infuriating the crowd. It was more of the same in the second but a clearly frustrated O’Sullivan was satisfied by the referee’s decision to deduct a point from his opponent. Spike hammered away at the Bostonian whenever he found space but Leblanc was more interested in hugging as the fight progressed and suffered deductions on two more occasions before the bout was eventually stopped in round four. Gary will arrive at Cork airport at 12.25 today (Thursday) to what will be a rousing celebration of this true athlete’s achievement and I would encourage anyone who is a sports fan to go along and welcome home the hero who, take it from me, is going to be a World boxing phenomenon in the not too distant future. * * * As a musician I am a big fan of live music, but live music venues are few and far between these days, however Friday is live music night at ‘the meeting place’ in Douglas – The East Village Bar & Restaurant. Resident band ‘Collage’ is a six piece outfit and led by Paul O’Donnell who is head of jazz and popular music studies at UCC and the musical arrangements by this band of polished musicians will bring a nod of approval and satisfaction to those who appreciate live music. But hey, don’t take my word for it – go be amazed and check it out for yourself – Friday nights at the East Village. * * * I went to Douglas Library last week to take some pics at a story telling session for Seachtain na Gaeilge attended two classes from St. Columbas Boys school. The stories recited by story teller Sean O’Laoire and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed the whole thing myself but unfortunately had to leave before the session ended. I’ll be looking out for Sean’s return and will stay for the entire event next time. * * * Do checkout our competitions and readers offers and if you want to check out what’s in ‘The Post’ on line then go to www.douglaspost.ie Finally Happy Mother’s Day to all wonderful mothers this Sunday – have a ball! Slán - George Thompson, Editor.
• Gary ‘Spike’ O’Sullivan who became AFO light-middleweight champion by defeating Bostonian Jimmy ‘The Dream’ Leblanc (centre) in Boston last Saturday night. Also in picture is ‘Spike’s’ trainer Paschal Collins.
• Two classes from St Columbas Boys School (Mr Nolan & Ms Power’s classes) were at Douglas Library last week for stories for Seachtain na Gaeilge recited by story teller Sean O’Laoire. (Pic:George Thompson)
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• Carol Creed from Donnybrook pictured with her litter of Bijon puppies recently. (Pic:George Thompson)
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letters to the editor We’d love to hear from you. If you have any news, views or issues you’d like to see covered, write to the Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas West, Cork or by e-mail to frontdesk@douglaspost.ie Please include your name and address and a contact number. Letters may be edited due to space considerations.
In Praise of Irish Removals
Dear Editor, I would really like to commend an excellent company - Irish Removals - which currently advertises with you. On a recent trip to the UK we were doing a bit of shopping & came across some great household appliances on sale. We’ve just moved into a new house, & these appliances were priced so cheaply we couldn’t walk away without buying them. We figured that we could easily hire a van when we got back to Cork, then take the ferry back over to collect them. Unfortunately, the cost of the ferry was far steeper than we expected, never mind the expense of the van hire & the 12 hour drive over & then back again. We could see the savings we’d made on our purchases slipping away very fast!! By chance I came across the Irish Removals ad in your classifieds section, & I gave them a ring to see if they could do anything for us. I have to say I was stunned by how easy they made the whole thing. They couldn’t have been more helpful & efficient. They had the whole collection organised by the end of the phone call, & it worked out far, far less expensive than doing it ourselves. Never mind the hassle of the 2 days drive. All we had to do was give the collection address in the UK, & a return delivery address back here in Cork. Everything was delivered to us last week, all perfect, and I just wanted to express my delight at such a reasonable, friendly & helpful service!! Thanking you, Martin Ryan
The Cost of RTE
Dear Editor With ta1k of RTE wanting an increase in the TV License fee, one begins to compare the company management’s business sense ,with that of bankers. First of all, consider the extravagant salaries they pay out. Sure, they’re cutting back some small percentage on them (thanks, in the main I should think, to that star of stars, Miriam O’Callaghan). But look for example, at Pat Kenny and Gerry Ryan - €850,000, €558,OOO- it’s absolute insanity. Pat Kenny was earning two and a halftimes more than the President of the United States. Gerry Ryan was earning nearly double what Barack Obama gets. And in spite of their egotistical statements to the contrary no, they’re not worth it. Few people in this world are. Management at RTE must carry responsibility tor irresponsibly increasing the salaries of these two and many of their colleagues to such an extent.
Senator Jerry Buttimer Cork South Central Consitituency Seanad Spokesperson on Community, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs Tel. Office: Tel. Home: Mobile: Email:
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WHERE HAS THE BORDER GONE
Dear Editor The promotion of Ireland abroad for St. Patrick’s Day and the coming tourist season gives the impression that the island is united and that the name of Londonderry is fully accepted by all the people here Tourism material by the Dublin based tourism authorities is promoting the North West region from Mayo to Donegal as if there is no territorial partition, yet a small image of the island has the border featured. In fact the tourism promotional material refers to the city of Londonderry and promotes a tourist trail from Westport taking in Sligo, Donegal and Fermanagh and ending in what is termed Londonderry. It is no secret that many people in the Six Counties do not identify with the term Londonderry and the use of it in tourism promotional material abroad is sending out a signal that the views of the Nationalist people do not matter. This latest advertising campaign by Discover Ireland in the British media is blatantly political in that it attempts to give the impression that the term Londonderry is now accepted throughout Ireland. The truth of course is that Londonderry was never used by the majority of people in the Six Counties and instead Derry was the accepted name of the city. The tourism authorities are now trying to use the name to promote the idea that there is no objection to the use of such terms but it is insensitive on their part and this campaign must be amended to take into account the views of local people living in Derry. Yours etc Des Long, 52 Shannon Banks, Corbally, Limerick Disclaimer: Any views or opinions expressed in these letters are solely those of the individual author(s) and do not necessarily represent those of The Douglas Post.
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Gerry Ryan was going to the wall on refusing to take a cut, and one can understand that position. He does have a signed contract. But, if the news one reads is to be believed, once again it’s the little guy who will be made to pay tor management’s excesses of which Messrs Kenny and Ryan are a part- if RTE clerical staff and others way down the ladder are made to lose their jobs and the public has to pay more for their TV licenses. You might be all right, Jack, but at what cost to how many lives? Bad planning all round, lads. Let’s also look at the thousands upon thousands of Euros that various RTE programnes give away as cash prizes week after week after week as well as the cost of flights offered, hotels paid for, giveaways to “whole audience”, etc. The Late Late Show, Tublidy Tonight, Seoige, The Afternoon Show all do it, and how many other programmes.. including the radio shows? While some of those gifts, such as an overnight stay in a hotel, may be offered by sponsors, where is all the cash coming from? Who pays for all those flights and holidays? And with the number of current programmes being repeated in the same week, every week (a real money saver, that), don’t you just have to ask: who’s trying to hoodwink whom? Do they really believe that members of the public are stupid? The idea of having the government take more money from the little guy so R TE can maintain its extravagant “standards” is a bit sick making at any time, but especially now when one views the real poverty already being created by bad money management. Time to get real, lads. Time to stop acting above your station and start doing what TV owners already pay you to do---serve the public with respect.
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Irish Lessons now available at Education Centre in Bishopstown.
Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin
There continues to be a great response to the new Kip McGrath Education Centre opened last September by James Sexton. Kip McGrath is an international education company which tutors children between the ages of 6 and 14 in English, Mathematics and now Irish. There are currently over 600 Kip McGrath Education Centres worldwide. The systems and methods used have been adapted to meet the needs of the Irish curriculum with other Centres successfully operating in Dublin, Galway, Kerry and Waterford. The Kip McGrath Centre in Bishopstown is owned and operated by James Sexton, a fully qualified teacher with 15 years of classroom experience. The modern and spacious Centre is conveniently located opposite the entrance to Dunnes Stores, Bishopstown Court. James was educated at Colaiste An Spioraid Naoimh, Bishopstown and holds a B.A. degree and Higher Diploma in Education from University College Cork. The Centre in Bishopstown currently provides after school tuition for primary and secondary students between the ages of 6 and 14 and specialises in English, Reading, Spelling and Mathematics. Irish lessons are also taught at the Centre where there is an emphasis on developing students’ oral Irish skills. The Centre provides a unique learning environment where students are taught in small groups of no more than five so that they can receive individual attention. The Centre is equipped with modern computer facilities, enabling students to learn from the excellent English and Maths software available. A wide variety of students attend the Centre. It caters for children who are having difficulty with their schoolwork or have fallen behind as well as children who would like to be challenged further. Students are offered a free assessment and individual programmes of study are devised focusing on the specific needs of each student. They are guided through their work by experienced and fully qualified teachers. James comments, “Kip McGrath Centres exist to support school programmes in core skills. The aim is to improve students’ overall performance in the key skills of English, Mathematics and Irish and to build pupils’ self confidence along the way.” Classes run from 3.30p.m on Monday to Friday and on Saturday mornings and afternoons. For more information about the Cork Centre or to discuss your child’s educational needs, please contact James Sexton on 021 - 4867765 or 089 - 4170645, visit the website www.kipmcgrath.com or email seamusoseasnain@hotmail.com
The Parish Social - - Come to the Ceili Ballinlough Community Association & Ballinlough Pastoral Group Venue Balinlough Community Centre Date Saturday 21st March Time 8.00pm Music Owenabue Traditional Valley Traditional Group Admission €5.00 Teas & Sandwiches will be served Come along for the Craic and Fun For further information contact: Kieran McCarthy on Mob 087 6553389 or mccarthy_kieran@yahoo.com
Irish Night Ardfallen Centre,Douglas Road Date: Thursday 26th March Time: 9.00pm - 11.30pm Music: Donal Ring Ceili Band Admission €10.00 Includes supper Car Parking at Douglas Swimming Pool Car Park
Ballinlough Parish Pilgrimage to Rome, San Giovanni Rotondo & Assisi September 28th to October 5th 2009 - 7Nights Rome = 3nights San Giovanni Rotondo = 2 nights Assisi = 2nights Accompanied by Spiritual Director Special Group Price €949.00 per person, with a deposit of €200 as soon as possible to secure seats You may call to the Pastoral Centre any Sunday after the 10.30am & 12noon Masses or on Monday morning’s after 10.00am morning Mass
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Carrigaline Community News
• Pictured at last weeks LA ROCHE-POSAY make up demonstration at O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy Wilton SC were make up artist Rhona Cullinan (centre) pictured with Maureen Scully and Selina O’Sullivan of O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy. (Pic:George Thompson)
School transport price hike increases pressure on parents
TIDY TOWNS The Carrigaline Tidy Towns committee has a very comprehensive plan of action for the year ahead. The annual poster and slogan competition is with the schools at present and will be adjudicated next week and the winners will be announced at a presentation on Saturday 28th March. All clubs and associations are being invited to take part in the Tidy Towns campaign this year. Officers elected at he AGM are as follows: Chairperson Diarmuid Ó Murchú; Vice Chairperson Maura Allen; Hon Secretary Geraldine O’Hara; Treasurer Betty Brosnan; PRO Barry Cogan; Coordinators: Gardening: Betty O’Riordan; Landscaping: John Crowley; Clean Up: Michael Mc Carthy; Schools: Maura Allen.
Deirdre Clune T.D.
The Government are hitting soft targets again by forcing hard-pressed families across Cork to pay massive hikes in the cost of school transport for school children. Hundreds of families and thousands of pupils across Ireland depend on the State school transport scheme, particularly in rural areas. But massive hikes in the cost of school transport are now kicking in across the country. Families already struggling with falling incomes and widespread job losses are now facing increases in the cost of getting their children to and from school. The new fee structure which is now being imposed means that since the start of 2008: • Fees for junior cycle pupils will have gone up from €99 to a new high of €168; • Senior cycle fees will have increased from €153 to €300; • And family tickets have shot up from €495 to €650. The Government is treating the school transport scheme as yet another soft target regardless of the need to protect education for the future. Fine Gael believes that the Government must look at cutting Government waste, reforming the Oireachtas, accelerating school building, encouraging businesses to create employment and reforming our tax system instead of hitting school going children yet again. As we face into what may be a prolonged economic crisis educating the next generation has never been so important. The increased school transport cost will make it more expensive for parents to get their children to and from school and make it harder for school going children.
ACTIVE RETIRED Carrigaline Active, Thursday 19th at the Parish Centre guest speaker will be travel writer Patricia O’Neill. New members and new ideas always welcome. Enquiries Sally 437 2840.
Music in Carrigaline Library The monthly Music Recital will take place in Carrigaline Library on Thursday March 19h at 11.00. Dr. Evelyn Grant will play her favourite music on CD and a great morning is guaranteed.
KNOCK PILGRIMAGE The annual Carrigaline Pilgrimage to Knock takes place this year on the Saturday and Sunday18th and 19th July. Organised by the Pioneers Sunday 19th July is the Matt Talbot and the Pioneer International Day. The bus will leave the bandroom at 9.30am on Saturday morning and return home on Sunday night. The group will overnight in Knock House Hotel the same place as the last two years €135 per person sharing all-inclusive. Enquiries phone Aislinn 087 9699 or 021 437 2035 or Mary 021 437 3316.
Deirdre Clune TD Wishing you a very Constituency Office Morris House Douglas Village
Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year
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poetry corner
Douglas Writers Group
with Ronnie McGinn A few years ago I came across a little book of poems called “Crossing the Threshold” by Cormac Daly. At that time Cormac was a young poet living in Kerry and trying to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable. He told me he found his writing was forever evolving and seemed to almost move in front of him waiting for him to catch up to his own ideals in matters forever composing and decomposing. ‘The Gardener’ is a poem based around a walk under a starry sky with a lady named Eimear on a country road in Kerry on Valentine’s Night. The poem encompasses the area of Slibh Mish Mountains, myth and folklore namely Queen Scotia’s Grave, the Fisher King and Chucullain’s battle with the waves as recounted in the famous poem by Yeats. The poem also draws on Carl Jungs archetypes of the gardener, the fool or trickster, the hero and the wise old man that were all part of the conversation. The Gardener
The Douglas Writers Group, next meeting will take place in Douglas Library on Friday the 5th April at 5.30 pm. So writers get scribbling and have your poem/ short story ready for the 5th April. New Members Welcome! Meetings held on the second Friday of each month.
Ballinlough Writers Group,
Ballinlough Writers Group next meeting Fri 20 March in The Douglas Library at 5.30 pm. Bring ten copies of a short story or poem you have written. Where possible all entries should be typed and have the authors name and date on the top. We look forward to seeing you there.
Douglas Library Junior Writers Group - Change of Date
The gardener dug for diamonds while the dead queen danced, Under the ink-blue mountains gods are not ring-fenced. On a bridge of romantic-reality loves fool ever touched my wrist, This swimming dream went naked through waters, wounded kings fish.
The Douglas Junior Writers Group next meeting is on Fri 27th March at 5.30pm. Those wishing to attend should make sure they have their parent’s or Guardians permission and bring along a short story or poem that you have written recently. Library rules will apply.
Just as heaven knows no weeping for heroes left fighting tides, Our minds find shadowy places that echo shrill battle cries.
Ó Bhéal News
People can be consumed by a myth their path resembles, In the heart of what happens the wisdom of old men trembles. Cormac Daly Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ / Douglas Post, Unit 14, Morris House, Douglas or you can email it direct to ronniemcginn@eircom. net. If possible keep your poem to 20 lines. You may choose any subject you like, in any form you like as long as it’s original. We look forward to hearing from you. RonnieMcGinn
The Monday Bhéal open-mic evenings continue at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street. Entrance is free. Readings will last between 40-60 minutes after which there will be the usual open-mic session. Be sure to come early to get good seats. Full bar available. The night begins with the Poetry Challenge at 8.30pm. Guest poets begin from 9.00pm.
Douglas Books Top Five 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
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Cllr. Laura McGonigle “Advice Clinics each Saturday in the Ballinlough Community Centre at 12.30pm - Feel free to pop along”.
• Julie Perrott and her brother Lawrence pick daffodils with their cousins Dion and Lily Carey, on their dads daffodil farm, ‘West Cork Daffodils’ near Bandon, earlier this week. Pic Clare Keogh/Provision
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Thursday, 19th March 2009
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This Week’s Winner Ciara Twohig, Clogheen
Runners-Up Charlie Davis, Crosshaven Emma Sheehan, Maryborough Estate Ciara Slyne, Carrigaline Sean O’Donovan, Maryborough Hill Shane Aherne, Foxwood Mary O’Donovan, Maryborough Hill Megan Davis, Crosshaven Isobella Fitzgerald, Ballygarvan Oisín Grimes, Belmount Court Fionn Foley, Carrigaline Sarah Morrissey, Passage West
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Mother’s Day
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50 years promotion of the ceili sound honoured
Douglas Community Notice Board
Donal Ring of the famous Donal Ring Ceili Band received the March Cork Person of the Month to mark his 50 years contribution to Ceili Music and Dance. Donal formed the band back in 1958, and since then has kept the famous Ceili sound alive in dance halls and theatres all over Ireland, Europe, USA and Canada. This Month he went to Germany for an Irish Concert for St. Patricks Weekend and was back in Cork for St. Patricks night itself in the Everyman Palace. Down through the years, the majority of the Band consisted of the Ring family, with Donals wife Brydie playing a huge part in the organisation of the Bands activities. The Donal Ring Ceili Band recorded 10 CDs over the years, and made many T.V. and Radio appearances. Their first DVD is now available. Donals love of Irish music and dance, plus his great attention to detail was very much responsible for his success and popularity said Brian Crowley M.E.P., one of the award organisers. Starting out, Donal played with his brother Michael on accordion and his late brother Jerh on double bass. Paddy Carey played saxophone with Donal from the start until his death in 1990. Later Donals children joined the band, - Mary, Dermot, Breda and Donal Jnr. Todays band is Donal, his brother Michael, Daughter Mary, his grandson Aidan and Pat ORiordan. When I started out, I paid 212 for an accordion, and 190 for my house site. But the accordion paid through hire purchase took me longer to clear. The early years were tough, but things got better and I still play that same Shand Morino accordion today said Donal Ring at the award presentation. The Shand Morino Accordion is called after Donal Rings great friend Sir Jimmy Shand M.B.E. Sixty members have gone through the band over the last 50 years, but the unique Donal Ring Ceili Band sound never changes. Donals name now goes forward for possible selection as Cork Person of the Year, at a Gala Awards Lunch on Jan 22nd next 2010, where Guest of Honour will be President Mary McAleese.
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Final Call for Local Community to Attend ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Free Conference
Businesses and community groups in Cork and the wider region are being asked to participate in what being billed as “among the most exciting projects” to be carried out this year. Senator Alan Kelly has managed to secure of some of Ireland’s leading business and sporting brains to speak about stimulating jobs growth and business in Cork. Athletics legend, Eamon Coughlan, will join world leading crisis communications counsellor, Declan Kelly as well as a former General Secretary in the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Brendan Tuohy, in putting ideas together for the Cork region. They will be joined by the keynote speaker will be Jim Power, chief economist with Friends First. Senator Kelly is hoping that the wider Cork public and business community can participate into what will become an exciting project that can propel innovative ideas into government thinking. “We all know the economy is on its knees but here is an opportunity for some positive direct action. Whether you are multi-millionaire or someone who has just lost their job, everybody has something to contribute. And by the way it will not be an exercise in government bashing or making political points – these conferences will be uniquely solutions-focused,” said Kelly. “We are looking for ways to link the general public with the best economic brains available. That is the thinking behind the conference which will take place on the morning of March 25th, at 2:30pm at the Rochestown Park Hotel. Senator Kelly is calling on people to take the opportunity to interact with the speakers so that the project can reach a successful inclusion. “Everybody is invited to attend and it is completely free of charge. All you have to do is register your attendance at www.newideas.ie and we can take things from there. I think this could be a very positive step for the business community in Cork,”
Landfill site at Kinsale Road.
Farmers Cross Ladies Club – Flower Display
Councillor Terry Shannon
Meet 2nd Thursday of every month at Frankfield House. New members welcome
Over the past number of weeks many residents have been in touch with me regarding the ongoing tipping activity at the City Landfill. The main complaints have been the dreadful smell and the infestation of flies. The areas affected are as far away as Grange/ Donnybrook, Ballinlough, as well as the entire South Douglas Road. I met the Director of Service for Environment Cork City Council Mr. Gerry O’Beirne, last week to discuss the situation and find a remedy. I attach two e-mails Gerry sent to me Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th of this week. He outlines the current position, and states that the problem will be rectified by the end of this week. He also confirms that all landfill activity will cease by July of this year I will continue to monitored the situation on behalf of local residents.
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“’A UNIQUE SHOW WITH A DIFFERENCE”
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Couples are getting more stressed and confused after coming out of what they had looked forward to going to a’’ Wedding Fare.’’ Spoilt for choice but in a jungle of frenzy with several of the same services trying to get their kill for the day. They are left with a bag of business cards and brochures and cannot remember who they had seen or who was charging what? A unique show with a difference. How? For the first time this show will change the views of Engaged Couples forever. A relaxed atmosphere with classical music and no stress . This show will have ONE of each supplier who have now formed as a’’ Wedding Team’’ The couple will be greeted with a glass of wine and each supplier will personally consult and advise them on a one- to- one basis. . Each supplier will show their product fully on the night. ie Beauty and nail tips for the ladies Hot shave for the men. Plenty of discount available. This show is a must for any couple booking their wedding. Brainchild of PR and Marketing Consultant Lillian Courtney any further information Tel.0879168698 email.lcconsultancy@hotmail.com/or blarneyphoto@hotmail. com Free Raffle on the night so hold on to your door ticket. ADMIN FREE.
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• St. Patrick accompanied by pipers leads the Mahon St. Patricks Parade with Lord Mayor Brian Bermingham and Ireland Athlete Marian Andrews from Mahon. The Mahon parade organised by Childcare Community Network Mahon and hosted by Mahon Community Centre, was held last Friday and is the Country’s largest local community parade. (Pic:George Thompson)• Sunrise over the rooftops one morning of last week. (Pic:George Thompson)
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• People were enjoying Cork Circus Show on the Barry’s Tea Food Market on the Grand Parade as part of St. Patricks Festival last Saturday. Pic: Miki Barlok
• Ciara Quinlan from Ballincollig and Niamh Murphy from Tower enjoying the day on the Barry’s Tea Food Market on the Grand Parade as part of St. Patricks Festival yesterday. Pic: Miki Barlok
Irish Life and Lore – The Cork City Collection
The Cork City Collection of audio recordings was commissioned by Mr. Joe Gavin, City Manager during the summer of 2008 and the work was undertaken by Maurice and Jane O’Keeffe of the Irish Life and Lore Series. This project was funded by the Cork City Council and the collection was launched at Cork City Library by Cllr Máirín Quill on 5th December 2008. The collection is comprised of recordings with 50 people, and each recording runs to approximately one hour. Some of the interviewees for the Collection are Dan Donovan, the late Charlie Hennessy, Michael Twomey, Frank Duggan, Billa O’Connell, Gretta Owens, Mon Murphy, Maeve Delaney, Sean O’Shea and Lol McNamara. Also captured was some very valuable information relating to family histories, and recorded were Ted Crosbie, Peter Barry, Maeve Fleischmann, Fred Rosehill and Mary Rohan, now in her 101st year. John A Murphy of UCC, Rosalie Moloney of St.Angela’s College, Máirín Quill, Br. Beneldus Fintan and Br. Matthew Feheney of the Presentation Brothers, and Sr. Berchmans Murphy of the Presentation Sisters were also recorded as they spoke about education in Cork and related matters. This is just to mention a few of the people the O’Keeffe’s were privileged to record and include in this unique Cork City Collection of audio recordings. The exhibition consists of 52 portraits of the participants in the Collection, together with some old photographs. Audio clippings taken from the collection may also be heard.
Lifelong Learning Festival – Tory Top Library - 2009 • Abi O’Brien from Gaelscoil Mhachan all dressed up for the Mahon St. Patricks Parade held last Friday. (Pic:George Thompson)
Tuesday, 31 March 2009 – Saturday, 4 April 2009 Tory Top Library All day: “Irish Life & Lore –the Cork City Collection” by Maurice O’Keeffe. An exhibition of photographs & interviews recording memories associated with the Cork Opera House and the theatrical history of the city. Some of the interviewees include Dan Donovan, Billa O’Connell, the late Charlie Hennessy, Michael Twomey, Frank Duggan, Gretta Owens, Mon Murphy, Maeve Delaney, Sean O’Shea and Lol McNamara. Tuesday, 31 March 2009 Tory Top Library 11.00a.m.: Book Club meeting. All welcome. 3.00p.m.: Gramophone Recital with John O’Gorman. All welcome. 6.30p.m.: Cúpla Focal Eile group. All welcome. 7.00p.m.: “Irish Life & Lore – the Cork City collection”. Presentation & demonstration by Maurice O’Keeffe.
• David, Ryan and Dane wear the National colours for the Mahon St. Patricks Parade held last Friday. (Pic:George Thompson)
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Ask Dr. Doug by Dr. Douglas Meckelborg B.Ed., D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic)
“I Can’t …..I Have A Bad Back”! Have you ever heard someone say “oh, I can’t do that, I have a bad back” or “my back is at me again”. Have you ever wondered what causes a “bad back” and what can be done about it? A “bad back” is usually an indication of a chronic, longstanding injury or problem that was never detected or corrected when it first began. Often “bad back” sufferers will experience repeated, acute episodes. The key to avoiding these episodes is to get to source of the problem and not simply mask it with medication or fool yourself that “it will go away”.
ligaments that support normal alignment can deform and the surrounding muscles can react because of the increased demand. These muscles are the ones that can get stiff and sore during or after our favorite activities. All of these physiological changes can irritate the delicate nerve fibers located in and around the soft tissues of the spine which then respond by sending messages of pain to our brain. The reason it keeps reoccurring is because often the underlying cause is going undetected and uncorrected. The good news is that a thorough examination from a qualified Chiropractor which may include weight-bearing (standing) x-rays of the spine will often reveal the underlying cause. Because chiropractors specialise in detecting and correcting the vertebral misalignments, they have excellent success rates at helping these chronic problems so you never again have to give that age old excuse of having a “bad back”.
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There are several different types of tissue affected when someone complains of a “bad back” including the joints and soft tissues of the spine such as the spongy-like discs between the vertebrae, the ligaments that support and hold the spine in place, the delicate and sensitive nerve tissue and the many overlying layers of muscle that have to respond and tighten to protect the deeper intrinsic injuries.
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H o m e & Gar d e n
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Building Energy Rating Porches & Draught Lobbies
things to do this week
With Eamonn Twohig. BER Assessor.
Air infiltration or air leakage is one of the principle problems responsible for the loss of heat from dwellings. This heat has to be replaced in order to maintain a comfortable house temperature, making the dwelling less energy efficient and potentially reducing the value of the house when reflected in a BER certificate. Air infiltration into a dwelling can be reduced by incorporating a porch or draught lobby into the front door area. Porches are seen as less effective from a BER perspective than draught lobbies and are mostly ignored when measuring energy performance of a building. However, from a practical point of view they are still effective at cutting down on air infiltration around the front door area which helps prevent heat loss. A draught lobby differs from a porch in that it is situated inside the front door and is usually a heated space. From a BER perspective, it is defined as an area measuring at least 2.0m square of two doors that forms an airlock on the main entrance to the dwelling. The door arrangement should be such that a person with a pushchair or similar is able to close the outer door before opening the inner door. Like porches, the idea of the lobby is to reduce to a minimum air leakage around the front door area and maintain a warm house. The presence of a draught lobby improves a BER rating by approx 2 kWh/m2/yr.
Now that spring is really here, well sort of, we’ll try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing. Not everything in this article may apply to you or to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.
Flower Garden
Dig up, divide and replant any crowded daffodil clumps which have not flowered well. Protect polyanthus flowers with black cotton if birds are attacking them. Prune or trim grey-leafed shrubs, and remove any dead growth. Plant pinks and hardy carnations, adding grit to heavy soils first. Layer shrubs such as camellias, magnolias and rhododendrons. Trim ivy on walls and fences to remove old leaves and stimulate fresh young growth. Plant evergreen shrubs any time this month.
Kitchen Garden
Feed spring cabbage and sprouting broccoli with high-nitrogen fertiliser. Plant second early and maincrop potato varieties. Check raspberry canes for cane spot and other disorders, and spray with fungicide. Feed blackcurrants with high-nitrogen fertiliser or mulch with rotted manure. Prune plums and other stone fruits now their sap is rising.
Lawns & Hedges
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Weather permitting, continue mowing lawns regularly, with the blades set a little closer. Level humps and hollows on the lawn, after first cutting
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Garden Competition Our Summer Gardening Competition is open to all our readers. You can win a prize every week from May to September. So get out the hoe and start now for a stunning summer garden. If your garden or any part of your garden is blooming, or just looking good, why not lets us have a photo. We would love to print it. If you have a neighbor with a nice garden who might be a bit shy, why not take a photo for them. Send your photo to Gardening, Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas. Cork . Or email to frontdesk@douglaspost.ie the grass.
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Sow melons for growing in an unheated greenhouse. Pollinate strawberries under glass with a soft paint brush. Start to dry off hippeastrums that have flowered, and keep on their sides under the staging. Pot up spring cuttings and tubers started last month. Sow sweetcorn in small pots for planting out in early June.
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The Year of the Constant Reader
www.constantreader.ie Louis de Paor In March as part of the month’s events on the 24 March at 7.30 Irish language poet Louis de Paor will read from his work. Other events during the month include Readers’ Choice ‘We ask readers to nominate their 10 favourite Irish novels of the past 10 years’. Access to all events is free and tickets for the author readings are available in all libraries. Brochures for the Constant Reader, with all listed events, are available through our libraries or numerous outlets around the city. Check out our web site www.constantreader.ie
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• Colin Carrol doing the Syncro Single Ballet Legs with Leisureworld Staff Synchronised Swimming Club Pam Morrisson, Brighid Liston, Karen Buckley, Joanne Linehan, Susan Pierce and Amelia Norman during the Training at Leisureworld Bishopstown Cork yesterday. Pic: Miki Barlok
CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL Mar 30 –April 5
INVESTGATE, CELEBRATE PARTICIPATE Avail of free learning opportunities, try out new skills or watch a demonstration. Events are free and library membership is not needed, to visit a library or attend an event in, Bishopstown, Central Library, Douglas, Mayfield, St Mary’s Road, Tory Top Road libraries. PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS Mayfield Library Tues 31 Mar: 10.30a.m, Wed 1 Apr: 2.00pm, Thurs 2 Apr: 10.30a.m, Fri 3 Apr: 10.30a.m. Colorama: therapeutic art activity workshop, relax through art. Booking required 4924935 Tuesday 31 March Music Library 11.00a.m.-12 noon T. 4924919 How to read music with Christina Murdoch, Booking required Bishopstown Library 11.00a.m.-1.00p.m. T 4924950 Poetry workshop for adults: with Susan O’Toole, Booking required Tory Top Road Library 7.00p.m. Irish Life & Lore: Cork City Collection. Presented by Maurice O’Keeffe focusing on Cork theatrical life and lore. Central Library 7.30-9.30p.m Literacy Open Evening: invitation to anyone interested in Adult Literacy to tour the City Library facilities. Wednesday 1 April Douglas Library 10.00 a.m.-1.00p.m. Email and internet for beginners. Booking required 4924932 Douglas Library 10.00a.m.-12.00 noon Heart and Lifestyle Clinic: BMI, blood pressure, blood glucose checks and advice on healthy eating and exercise. St. Mary’s Road Library 10.30a.m.-12.30p.m. Blood pressure, cholesterol checks and general health advice Bishopstown Library 11.00a.m.-12.30p.m. Musical Instrument Making Workshop. Booking required 4924950 Mayfield Library 11.00a.m. Concert with John Bermingham Singers conducted by Michael Joyce and Mayfield Community School Choir conducted by Siobhan Carne Bishopstown Library 2.30-4.30p.m. Make your move: all welcome to come and play chess against members of the Adult Chess Club. Tory Top Road Library 3.00-5.00p.m. Landscape Painting Demonstration with Michael F. Downes Central Library 3.30p.m. Eco-saver workshop: Cork Environmental Forum shows us how to make savings and reduce our carbon footprint Mayfield Library 7.00p.m. Tom Crean in art song and story with Mayfield Community School and Cliff Wedgbury Music Library 7.30p.m. Cork-musical city: illustrated presentation by Dr. Susan O’Regan on music in 18th & 19th century Cork Check out our full programme on www.corkcitylibraries.ie
Traffic Calming Policy for Housing Estates Cllr. Seamus McGrath
Cork County Council have drawn up a Traffic Calming Policy for residential estates. The focus of this policy document is to twofold; to implement traffic calming measures at the planning and design stage of proposed housing developments and to prioritise the need for traffic calming in existing estates. This policy document is most welcome as it highlights the increasing need for adequate traffic calming measures. It is obviously vitally important that the Council is proactively involved at the design phase of new estates to ensure that developers incorporate appropriate speed control measures. However, it is equally as important that the Council are actively meeting the need for traffic calming schemes in existing estates. Residents in numerous estates in this area have been requesting the council to introduce such measures over many years. Unfortunately, to date the Council have not been responding in a favourable way to such requests. Hopefully, with this new policy document adopted by the Council, extra funding will be directed towards meeting this need.
Cllr. Seamus McGrath
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If I can be of any assistance on local issues please do not hesitate call me.
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St Mary’s Road Library
IceMania Igloo workshops School children are working with artists from Cork Community Art Link to turn milk bottles into the building blocks for an igloo and sellotape in to penguins! The Igloo will be on display outside St Mary’s Road Library during the Life Long Learning Festival, 30th March – 4th April. Call in
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Douglas Community Notice Board cont. Young at Heart Douglas Community Group. Up coming events . Every Monday - Tai-Chi class 10:30-11. Douglas GAA Every Tuesday - Knitting Club, Talk on CPR 2 – 4 Douglas GAA Wednesday - Computer Classes – Douglas Community School Wednesday - Bingo Lion House – 2-4 Monday 30th March - Lifelong learning quiz in the community school. Tuesday 7th April Easter Bonnet Competition – St Columbas Hall
CORK CARE AND REPAIR MINOR REPAIRS SERVICE *Providing a service for our Senior citizens* Are you, over 65 and have a minor repair job which you would like to have done for you? Cork Care and Repair uses a pool of trustworthy volunteers and handypersons to carry out minor repairs for older people. The service is free; you only pay for the materials used (though voluntary donations are welcome). The programme is run in association with Age Action Ireland. We also provide a Trades Referral Service and a QuoteCheck service so you can access reliable and honest tradespersons or have an informed opinion on quotes received. For more information, please contact: Cork Care & Repair - Lo Call 1890 369 369
Al-Anon Family Groups Hope for anyone affected by another’s drinking. Monthly Meeting, First Wednesday @ 8.30pm Free Admission- Open to all Dominican Centre Popes Quay
Derelict Site in Kiltegan a Major Cause of Concern Cllr Tim Lombard
The shop in Kiltegan has been a major cause of distress for many of the residents in this area. This shop which was once at the heart of the housing estate has recently fallen into disrepair and for the last two years it has been a derelict site. Cork County Council’s Water Service Department have issued proceedings under the Derelict Site Act regarding the condition of the shop. They have been pressing the owner to make this site clean and safe and also to redevelop the structure. The Local Engineers Office now consider the shop a dangerous structure. They have employed a fencing firm to erect a fence around the shop because they believe it is a danger in its current state. This will hopefully make the structure safe as people will be unable to access the site. Long term, the Water Services Department will be pursuing the owner to ensure that the site is redeveloped and will fit with the aesthetics of the estate.
Cllr. Tim
BRAINTEAZER Last Week’s Teazer In a run-down saloon in a small town in the Wild West, One-eyed Pete and his gang sat playing poker. There were 5 men round the table. After several games one of the men eyed the dealer narrowly and drawled 2 I says you’re cheating”. It was an unwise comment. The dealer whipped out a gun and
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shot the offender dead. Naturally someone sent for the sheriff. However, even though the incident had been witnessed by everyone in the bar, he was unable to attest any of the men who had taken part in the Game. Why ? Last week’s Answer There were 5 men present but the dealer was a woman This Week’s Teazer Sue Sugar had a toothache. She went to the only dentist in town where she was greeted by Dr.Molar and Dr. Bicuspid, the partners. She noticed that where as Dr. Molar had a wonderful mouthful of teeth, his partner’s teeth seemed in urgent need of attention With which partner should she book an appointment ?
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CHRIST KING STUDENTS WIN AT CORK SCHOOLS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMME AT CIT
It was a lucky Friday the 13th as Students from Christ King School in Cork City picked up the prize for Best Display Stand at the Cork Schools Enterprise Programme at Cork Institute of Technology. The Cork Schools Enterprise Programme offers second level students in Cork the opportunity to set up and run their own business while still at school. Students participating on the programme take a business from the idea stage right through to completion, experiencing all the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. The Christ King Mini-Company is called “t’amio” magazine and the business is a magazine that caters for the interests of young children. It is targeted at primary school students with an in Disney Programmes and Movies. The supervising teacher is Eileen Clancy-O’Connor and the participating students from Christ King are Chloe Butler, Laura Creedon, Kelly Daly, Clodagh Downey, Ciara Finn, Claire Guirey, Fiona Martin, Roisin McCarthy, Lauren O’Mahony, Katie O’Riordan, Gillian O’Sullivan and Greta Weir.
• Roisin McCarthy, Greta Weir, Laura Creedon, Kelly Daly and Ciara Finn, Christ King GS, South Douglas Road, Best Display, Cork City Region winners; at their Ti-Amo stand at the Cork Schools Enterprise Programme, part of the Annual Prize for Innovation 2009, at Cork Institute of Technology. Pic: Neil Danton / News Digital.
Cork Geological Association
The Cork Geological Association will present a lecture by Mr.Noel Davin on “ A field trip to the Emeishan large Igneous Province of South China” on Wednesday, March 25th at 8pm in the Geology Dept., UCC, Cork. All Welcome
Cork Art Auction to benefit Street Children in India
A major art auction, featuring both emerging and established artists, will take place on Sunday 22nd March, 2009 at 3.30pm in the Kingsley Hotel, Cork in aid of the Edith Wilkins Street Children Foundation India.
• Sunrise over the rooftops one morning of last week. (Pic:George Thompson)
Blackrock Castle Observatory
Brother Guy J. Consolmagno, is an American research astronomer and planetary scientist at the Vatican Observatory. In 1989 he entered the Jesuit order, and took vows as a brother in 1991. On entry into the order, he was assigned as an astronomer to the Vatican Observatory, where he also serves as curator of the Vatican Meteorite collection, positions he has held since then. In addition to his continuing professional work in planetary science, he has also studied philosophy and theology and is a big Rory Gallagher fan. He believes in the need for science and religion to work alongside one another rather than as competing ideologies. In 2006, he said, “Religion needs science to keep it away from superstition and keep it close to reality, to protect it from creationism, which at the end of the day is a kind of paganism it’s turning God into a nature god.” Brother Guy will speak at Blackrock Castle Observatory on March 29th at 2.30pm and on March 30th at 2.30 pm as part of the Lifelong Learning Festival.
• Paul Connelly, Fionnula Murphy, Kevin O’Brien, Paul Higgins of Cystic Fibrosis Ireland, David Murphy & Willie O’Donovan supporting The Atacama “Buzz Cut” Massacre in aid of Build4Life, Cork Cystic Fibrosis Appeal at the Mardyke Entertainment Complex on Friday 13th March.(KHPhotography)
Bishopstown Toastmasters
Bishoptstown Toastmaster’s is Cork’s only Toastmaster Club to meet weekly and on Saturday morning at 11.00am - 12.30pm at Bishopstown Library. For information about Bishopstown Toastmasters contact John Keating on 085 7202 808 or check out our web site bishopstowntoastmasters.org
David O’Byrne With Local Elections in June we have an opportunity to improve how Cork County Council works for you!
JOIN THE “GOSPEL MESSENGERS” CHOIR
Sing your cares away with our gospel choir. Everybody welcome. Rehearsals on Monday nights starting at 7.30pm. Rehearsal room is situated over sacristy of Togher Church for further information 0877820942.
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An Oige Swimming Club
An Oige Swimming Club meet every Thur. @9.30pm in the An Carrig Health & Leisure Club. Members €3, Guests €5 per. night. New members welcome. anoigesc@vodafone.ie Ph. 0872717897
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young @ heart by Phil Goodman We have just completed our very successful log on and learn computer course in Douglas community school .great celebration as the 12 senior students were presented with a certificate on completion of course, and the boys also received a cert we cannot thank them enough for helping our seniors achieve their dreams by becoming computer friendly; we had a wonderful teacher Aileen Goulding who put so much work into organising the class each week .and the good news is there is another term starting on 18th march .there is also a class in the library for our members sponsored by VEC Martina is the tutor and she is doing a great job .also a second term starting in the library. Garda Tony Davis gave a very informative talk to our seniors about security and safety in the home ,he told us 60 per cent of burglaries take place between hours of 8am to 8 pm also people be a good neighbour and report suspicious behaviour .I took the names of those interested in personal alarms ,I will get application forms for you ,if anyone needs one let me know .we are very lucky here in Douglas local community school ,library ,Garda ,etc all giving of their time to help and interact with our senior community every Tuesday afternoon we will invite someone to give a talk on topics that affect our everyday life 24th March Mary Creedon is giving a talk on CPR and also on Defibrillators, who knows we may need to use one some day. Hopefully not. On 7th April Sr Siobhain will give a talk on heart health and take blood pressure, in the GAA hall. The Tai Chi Class on Monday morning is very popular. Julie Cotter does the class at 11 which leads me on to the annual Waltz Competition: We aim to keep you fit and healthy,all dancers are welcome to take part this year both semi final and final will be held in Douglas GAA Hall and again we have Rhona Coulter of Viva Dance Studio whose expertise is well known semi final on Thursday 14th May. Final on Fri 22nd May. Pick your partners and start practising, it is a great event with fabulous prizes. The Lifelong Learning Quiz is changed to 31st March ,and takes place in Community School. It will consist of 10 teams 2 senior and 2 students on each team. Prizes for the winning team,should be good fun John Motherway is setting the questions and also QUIZ MASTER. Thought for today “Many of our fears are tissue-paper-thin, and a single courageous step would carry us clear through them.” -Brendan Francis Up coming events . Every Monday - Tai-Chi class 10:30-11. Douglas GAA Every Tuesday - Knitting Club, Talk on CPR 2 – 4 Douglas GAA Wednesday - Computer Classes – Douglas Community School Wednesday - Bingo Lion House – 2-4 Monday 30th March - Lifelong learning quiz in the community school. Tuesday 7th April Easter Bonnet Competition – St Columbas Hall “Cherish your yesterdays, Dream your tomorrows. But be Young at Heart, And live your to-days”
• Dermot Keane recieves his Log On and Learn Cert from Owen Casey James Casey and Aileen Goulding of the Community School
Local residents request closure of walkways on Rochestown Road and Grange Cllr. Deirdre Forde
Rochestown: Residents of Thornbury Heights and Thornbury • Nora Healy clebrating her birthday View, Rochestown have submitted a petition to Council requesting the closure of a walkway between Manor Close and Manor Avenue on Rochestown Road as it facilitates anti-social behaviour. There has been some criminal damage to private property and cars. The Assistant Engineer has no objection to the closure of the walkway as there is evidence of anti-social behaviour there. If the walkway is closed gated access would have to be maintained due to services within the laneway. Grange: The Grange Erin Residents Association have also submitted a petition to Council requesting the closure of a walkway between Grange Erin & Shamrock Lawn as it facilitates anti-social behaviour. Douglas Gardai have met residents on several occasions over the past two years about the gathering of youths in the area engaging in alcohol and drug abuse. The Assistant Engineer does not recommend the closure of this walkway as he believes it would have no effect and could possibly provide greater protection for anti-social behaviour. To reduce the occurrences of antisocial behaviour at this location, it would be proposed to clean up the area and remove any overgrown vegetation. Gardai say that Community Policing patrols the area at weekends and holiday periods.
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‘Bye for now, Phil
Deirdre Forde
Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving to St Clare Ask St Clare for 3 favours 1 business 2 impossible Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candle Pray whethwe you believe or not publish on the 9th day Powerful novena may the Sacred Heart of Jesus be Praised Adored Glorified and loved now and forever Throughout the world amen your request will be granted No matter how impossible it may seem - M.G.
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CECELIA AHERN’S FIRST STAGE PLAY ‘MRS WHIPPY’ AT CORK’S EVERYMAN PALACE THEATRE FOR 6 NIGHTS Starring Coronation Street’s WENDI PETERS Directed by MICHAEL SCOTT Monday 23 – Saturday 28 March
hi all, good news, We have a new home!!!! Niki (Niki’s dance studio) has offered us the use of her premises which is in the Donnybrook Mills , opposite Breen’s garage, from 5-7pm on Friday nights until we have our premises sorted!!! We are so grateful. Members who attended a meeting there on Saturday last voted to increase the weekly dues to €2.50 in order to cover the cost of hiring the hall. So as of this coming Friday, we will meet there from 5-7pm. This means we can now take new members, so anyone interested come along on Friday. There is huge excitement about our talent show ‘DYA Idol’, which will go ahead on the 3rd April in the GAA club (not the 27th as previously stated). A huge thanks to the committee for letting us use the venue for this fundraiser. We have around 10 acts for the night plus a few guest acts and hope to have a few more by next week, the categories are-music, dance, art, drama and song. We will be looking for raffle prizes for the night, if anyone could help us out with that we would be very grateful. All profits we make will go towards the club funds. Tickets will be priced at €5 for students, €7.50 for adults and will be available on the door. The judging panel will have to choose 5 acts on the night to represent us in the Forioge interclub talent show in Inch,17th April. We would like to send our deepest sympathy and condolences to two of our members Jack and Robyn Corrigan who tragically lost their father last week, our thoughts are with ye and your family. Lastly, for those who are ‘bump-watching’ No I haven’t had my baby yet, but it could be any day now!!! Watch this space!!!
Best-selling author Cecelia Ahern has made her debut as a playwright with MRS WHIPPY running at Cork’s Everyman Palace Theatre from March 23 in a production directed by Michael Scott and starring Coronation Street’s Wendi Peters. Wendi Peters plays Emelda, a forty-six years old struggling to cope with life after her husband left her for a twenty-three year old dancer. Her five difficult sons worship their father and blame Emelda for his leaving. On top of everything else, she has to struggle with a new job at the local supermarket. For comfort she turns to her only true friend – ice-cream. Making her Irish stage debut in MRS WHIPPY, Wendi Peters is best known for playing the infamous Cilla Battersby- Brown in the hit ITV soap opera Coronation Street. In 2006, she finished runner-up in a celebrity edition of the BBC’s Mastermind. Wendi played character ‘Podger’ Pam Jolly in the hit ITV series Bad Girls. She also appeared in ITV’s Soapstar Superstar and on a celebrity version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? with Jamie Theakston. In December 2006 she spent a week in ‘Dictionary Corner’ on Countdown. The author of MRS WHIPPY, Cecelia Ahern wrote her fist novel, PS I Love You, aged just 21. It became one of the biggest-selling debut novels of 2004, and was made in to a major feature film in 2007, starring Oscar winning actress Hilary Swank. Along with a further five novels, Cecelia is the co-creator of the US sitcom Samantha Who? starring Christina Applegate, and is one of six authors short listed for the Romantic Novel of the Year 2009. Speaking about the characters in her work, Cecelia says, “Happy endings aren’t necessarily getting everything you want. Sometimes it’s about waking up one day and saying, ‘I can help myself, I can rescue myself ’, which is often what happens to my characters. What I like to do is find the extraordinary in the ordinary.” MRS WHIPPY is at the Everyman Palace Theatre from Monday 23 to Saturday 28 March. Tickets for opening night are €15 and €7 for students from Monday to Wednesday. Tickets for the remainder of the run are €25 and €20 concession. Booking on www.everymanpalace.com or 021 450 1673
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We have 2 pairs of tickets for Cecelia Aherns first play, Mrs Whippy, which stars Wendi Peters, Coronation Streets infamous Cilla Battersby-Brown. The tickets are to see the show on Tuesday 24th March at 8pm.
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Sport
College Corinthians AFC
Under 15 Corinthian Boys “A” 2 Passage 1 Corinthians U15A had a good but in the end narrow win against Passage. Corinthians played with the wind in the first half, They passed the ball round well. After 15 minutes Cors went one up when Richard Tobin let fly from about 20 yards and the ball flew into the net. Mid way through the 2nd half Corinthians went 2 up when James Kelleher kept his nerve and coolly slotted the ball passed the keeper. Passage pulled a goal back after Corinthians failed to deal with a long ball. Passage tried hard but Corinthians defended well. Best for Corinthians: In addition to the goalscorers Brian Cutbert, Ronan Whyte, and Jack Murray played well. Under 16 Cobh Ramblers 1 Corinthian Boys 4 Corinthians maintained their challenge for league honours with a comfortable league victory over Cobh Ramblers. It was a good performance with the players showing a good positive attitude all through. The goals came from David O’ Donovan, David O’ Leary, Jordan Philpott and Ian James and Ian, Jordan and Daniel Cronin were particularly impressive on the day. Street Leagues Summer 2009 Registration for this years Summer Street
A busy weekend of action with our Under 12 & Under 16 Premier sides maintaining their league challenge with comfortable victories, there was disappointment however for our Under 11 Premier squad as after a brave effort they bowed out of the National Cup at the quarter final stage going down 3-0 to a very strong Cherry Orchard side. It was also great to see our Under 15 “A” side pick up their second win in a row as they got the better of Passage. Under 12 Corinthian Boys 6 Blarney Utd. 0 Corinthians got back on the winning trail and remain on top of the Under 12 Premier league after this latest victory over Blarney Utd. Corinthians played some great football on the day with the front two of Brain Cooney and Cian Devine particularly impressive early on when Corinthians took control of the contest. Robert Coughlan was very solid at the back and Shane Kearney and Craig Donnellan were excellent in midfield and the goals followed with Cian Devine (2), Alex O’ Sullivan (2) Shane Kearney and Stephen Christopher on the scoresheet
Leagues will be starting shortly. Anyone interested in playing in the leagues should come along at the normal training times to register. The leagues are always the highlight of the schoolboy season in Corinthians providing fantastic entertainment and culminating in a finals day in early June. Underage Training times Training for our Under 6 to Under 10 age group takes place every Saturday & Sunday in Corinthians Park. The Club will be making plans shortly re the organization of our annual Summer Street Leagues and with the Non Competitive Inter Club leagues due to start in early April there is certainly plenty to look forward too for our Underage players. Training times are as follows for the various age groups. Saturday Under Six ( 2002 / 2003 ) - 12.30pm – 1.45pm Under Seven (2001) - 12.30pm – 1.45pm Under Eight ( 2000) - 4.30pm - 6.00pm Sunday Under Ten ( 1998 ) - 10.00am – 11.30am Under Nine ( 1999 ) – 11.45am – 1.15pm For further information contact Terry O’ Donovan @ 087 4181881 or visit the Corinthians Web Site @ www. collegecorinthians.com
Grangevale AFC News
Douglas Camogie
Last May Grangevale were crowned champions of AUL 3 and now occupy top spot in AUL 2 as the club is on the threshold of winning back-toback league titles. The current crop of players is recognised as the clubs golden generation and integral to their success has been the outstanding contribution of star goal keeper Gary Aherne. Aherne is a product of the Douglas Hall academy having played with them from under age right through to Munster Senior League. Two years ago he signed for Grangevale and has been a pillar in the side ever since. Earlier this month Aherne was a member of the Cork AUL squad that won the Oscar Traynor Cup for the first time since 1966. This is a great honour for Grangevale and worthy recognition for a great character and footballer.
Our Under 12d team will play their first game in the County next Friday evening when they travel to Carrigaline for their first game of what will be a very long and hard season for the girls who gained great experience last season in the Seandun under 11bs,only to be beaten in the final by a very good St.Vincents team. We will be relying on players like Emma Connolly, Megan Walsh and Laura Cashman to give the experience they learned in last year Seandun a real test in this years County. The under 12d team will meet at the club next Friday at 5pm for the trip to Carrigaline, for anyone looking for Club Tee Shirts, Hoddies etc Contact Jim Hurley @ 086- 2778436
Pfizer Pitch and Putt
News Mixed fortunes for the club at the weekend. The Junior team made it to the final of the Cork Leagues by just half a point. They beat St.Annes 6-3 at Crosshaven to book their final spot this coming Sunday. The Intermediate side lost 5-4 to St. Anne’s at a very well prepared Majestic course. Chris McCarthy and Gary O’Sullivan won their foursomes match at the first extra hole with Chris chipping in from off the green. Frank Bruen and John Calnan were involved in another tight game and Frank sunk a long putt at the last to ensure victory. That meant they lead 2-1 going into the singles. However, St. Anne’s came back strong and took four singles wins out of six. That sets up a final match with St Stephens on Sunday. Chris McCarthy and Richard Jordan were the only winners in the singles. The club would like to wish the juniors the best of luck at the weekend. The club would like to remind members that membership fees are now due and competition fees need to be in soon with the Munster Stroke closing on the 25th March. Fixtures 22nd March: Juniors against Kilshannig with the venue to be decided 29th March: Sunday fourball resumes 5th April: Pfizer Scratch Cup
Last weekend was an important fundraising time for Grangevale, and its members wish to express gratitude for the local support given to this famous club at the annual church gate collection annual table quiz held at The Grange Bar. In particular, Grangevale wish to thank Declan O’Sullivan who doubled up as quiz master and D.J. on the night. Once again Douglas Hall A.F.C. were very supportive with several of their players and committee members in attendance at the quiz and this was very much appreciated. For more Grangevale AFC news visit www. grangevaleafc.com
• Grangevale AFC currently in pursuit of back-to-back league titles
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Douglas Hall AFC
Following another busy weekend, ‘Hall teams have kept themselves well in the hunt in all three adult leagues, following a series of unbeaten fixtures. The Seniors were 2-1 winners over Everton in the league on Saturday afternoon. They were the better side throughout, but a late Everton rally meant that the ‘Hall needed to defend stoutly to take all three league points. Gerard O’Donovan and Joe McSorley from the penalty spot were our scorers. The MSL Juniors had two matches and picked up four more league points. On Tuesday evening, they were held 0-0 by Mayfield Utd in a very tense match. They followed this with a single goal victory over Ringmahon Rangers away from home on Saturday afternoon. The vital winning goal was scored by Steve Barry, while Nicky McCarthy kept clean sheets in both matches. The AUL Juniors were decisive 4-1 winners over Greenwood in the league on Friday night. They trailed 1-0 at the interval, but second half goals from Rory O’Sullivan, Brendan Crowne, Alan McCarthy and Kieran Olliffe. This keeps the team very well involved in the league, with a couple of really vital fixtures coming up in the next few weeks. The Youths had a smashing 4-3 penalty win over Ringmahon Rangers in the Murphy Youths Cup at the weekend, following a ding-dong 4-4 draw after extra time. The ‘Hall trailed a couple of times, scoring the equaliser in the last minute of extra time and then notching the win with excellent penalties. The Under 17s were most unlucky to be defeated 4-0, in a result which greatly flattered Greeenwood. The ‘Hall were well involved, and the score was 0-0 with 10 minutes to go.
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U11’s League Tramore Ath 6 –v- Carrigaline Hibs 0 Tramore secured the victory with an impressive display at Tramore Park. Tramore attacked from the 1st whistle and went ahead with a goal from David Hurley. Robbie Neville and Eoghan “StevieG” Desmond added 2 more before the break. David Hurley, Robbie Neville and Liam Madden scored in the 2nd half to complete an impressive win. Andrew McCarthy, Cian Fitton and Craig O’Mahony played well from Laurence Nevilles side. U13’s League Crosshaven 0 –v- Tramore Ath 0 The points were shared in this entertaining game at Crosshaven. Tramore dominated for long periods but couldn’t break down a resolate Crosshaven defense. Conor McCarthy, Dylan O’Halloran, Emmet McAuliffe and John Purcell played well for Tramore Ath. on the day.
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U-12 First Division Evergreen 1 ; Avondale Utd. 2 AVONDALE UNITED made it two in a-row winning visits to Deerpark in this enjoyable lunchtime Saturday kick-off at the Turner’s Cross venue. The visitors won by the same score last season and for large chunks of the opening half, looked like winning more comfortably on this occasion. United pinned the home team in their own half from early on, and but for the commanding Cian Haines in goal, the outstanding Olan Murphy in central defense, the indomitable Tim Murphy in the centre of the park and the tireless Eric Compagno, Evergreen would certainly have found themselves further behind at the interval. John Cotter and Jack Canning tested Haines from outside the area before Canning put Avondale in front on 19 minutes. Captain Ben Kendellan played Canning through the centre and with Haines advancing, the centre-forward lashed the ball into the top right-hand corner from 20 yards. Evergreen seldom troubled Nolan in the first-half, but began the second in determined mood, scoring within eight minutes and looking a transformed side from the first 30 minutes. Compagno joined the attack on the edge of the area to pass square to Ian Fitzgibbon, whose brother Roy stars with the U-13 team, to scoop the ball first-time into the top corner. In the 43rd minute Avondale substitute Jack Murphy made an immediate impression on his introduction to bring out the best in Haines with a well-struck shot which the keeper did well to hold. The visitors visibly gained in confidence as the half progressed and scored the decisive winning goal with twelve minutes remaining. The home defense had difficulty clearing allowing Jack Sheehan to drill the ball high into the top right-hand corner giving Haines no chance. Jason Hooley had Evergreen’s best opportunity in the 55th minute, shooting straight at Nolan after Timmy Murphy combined with his namesake Olan. Home manager Dave Brady expressed delight with his team’s performance considering the number of absentees, with worthwhile contributions also from young full-back Ethan Walsh and defender Jamie Murphy, along with the front pair of Hooley and Keith Barrett. DANIEL LONG, in his first season, moved around the pitch well, making good use of his positioning to catch whatever tight offsides presented themselves. Evergreen: Cian Haines: Ethan Walsh (Brandon Malone), Darragh Higgins (capt.); Olan Murphy, Jamie Murphy; Timothy Murphy, Brian Murphy, Eric Compagno; Keith Barrett, Jason Hooley, Ian Fitzgibbon. Management: Dave Brady. Avondale Utd.: David Nolan: Gavin Falvey, Micky O’Mullane; Ian Cahill (Shane McHugh), Jason Higgins; Ben Kendellan (capt.), John Cotter (Stephen O’Connor), Greg Barry; Jack Canning, Sam McGarry (Jack Murphy), Jack Sheehan ( Matthew Power). Management: Gary Kendellan. Referee: Daniel Long. Finbarr Buckley
U15’s League Tramore Ath 10 –v- Greenwood 0 Tony Hacketts side continued their impressive form with an easy victory away to Greenwood. Jack Horgan(4), Alan Nolan (3) Eoghan Murphy, Kevin Fulignati and Ciaran Dalton scored for Tramore. Aaron McCarthy impressed for Tramore. Junior League: Tramore Ath 4 –v- Glasheen Ath 0 Mark O’ Connells Junior side maintained their superb league form with an impressive win at Tramore Park. Eric Ryan opened the scoring and Alan Molloy supplied the 2nd just before half time. Brian Wise scored early in the 2nd half and Shane Twomey completed the scoring with an easy tap in from 6 yards. Maurice O’Connell, David Dorney, and Alan Molloy played well for Tramore. Youths Cup – Quarter Final Tramore Ath 1 –v- Dunbar Celtic 4 Dunbar Celtic advanced with an impressive victory at Tramore Park. Tramore had a player sent off after 5 mins and they had an uphill battle from then on. Greg Browne scored for Tramore with Stephen Leonard and Robert O’Connell doing their best for Tramore.
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Senior League Mayfield Utd 2 –v- Tramore Ath 1 Tramore were very unlucky not to get a share of the points at Mayfield. Mayfield went ahead midway through the 1st hald and Stephen Herlihy equalised with a close range header. Mayfield again took the lead early in the 2nd hald and had to withstand tremendous Tramore Ath pressure for the rest of the 2nd half. Colm O’Callaghan, Thomas Morgan and Terry O’Connell tried their best for Ken Mayes side.
DOUGLAS PITCH & PUTT CLUB Results Sunday Gross: - Rory O’Neill & Brian Downey - 8 1st Nett: - Alf Hanrahan & Joe O’Sullivan + 16 2nd Nett: - Tadgh Sheehan & Raymond O’Neill + 14 Fixtures Saturday 3 ball scramble @ 2.30pm Sunday 4 ball @ 10.30am Sharp National Competition Entry forms are now posted on notice board.
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G.A.A. FOCUS
Snippets from the Local and National Scene By Pat Harrington
I believe there is a sea-change occurring throughout the Cork County G.A.A. Senior and intermediate clubs are playing their part but it is being fuelled by the junior clubs who, it appears are resentful at being ignored by the Cork County Board. Shame on the high-profile senior clubs who consistently sat on the fence and refused to participate. At the very least meetings should have taken place to allow members to air their views. The difficulty at County Board level in the past was that clubs were not encouraged to express their feelings and have failed to stand up to the executive. There has been a lack of support and cooperation between the clubs with some time past; the urban / rural divide is so obvious. This apparent uprising has been likened by some of the media people to the Berlin Wall. The language used in some cases has being somewhat over the top. Cork needs serious changes if it is to compete at the highest level and hopefully this is an area that will be looked at. The Board needs to talk – and listen to the grassroots who are more knowledgeable than a board that has lost touch with reality. The County Board chairman has been pontificating about Rule 59 as if it were the Koran of the G.A.A. One delegate described Rule 59 as a guide and not the law. One hopes that all this will lead to more transparency and will get rid of this them and us mentality. The Board should listen as a change is imminent now that Gerald McCarthy is gone.
They have used Gerald and sadly the man behind this whole situation, Frank Murphy has remained mute since the dispute entered the public domain. Croke Park should ask serious questions of the Board and demand comprehensive answers. Gaelic Games have been seriously injured and the cracks will nor be easily papered over. E.G.M. I attended the recent Douglas E.G.M. in relation to the Cork hurling impasse. Present on the night were registered Douglas members who originated from different counties, e.g. Kerry, Limerick, Galway, Waterford and Clare. One wonders how the Kerry lads voted, as knowing the rogues there would be method to their madness. Of course they would prefer the strike to be finished with and for the Cork footballers to compete in the Munster championship. The men from the Kingdom would relish a good challenge. They would respect Cork but they certainly wouldn’t fear them. Regarding the other counties they would favour their chances against a weakened Cork team. Castleknock Setanta Ireland recently ran a programme featuring the Castleknock club, which by my understanding came into being in the ‘90s at a time when the area was expanding and the existing clubs were unable to cater for the increasing numbers. I believe they are playing on council pitches at present with containers for dressing rooms and no showers or running water. They are embarking on the development of a number of pitches, clubhouse and dressing rooms. Castleknock have had success at Féile level winning the boys under 14 and the girls have seen success in the Féile Ladies football. Under 21 vs. Kerry Congratulations to Douglas player Shane McCarthy on his general performance plus 3 points in the under 21 defeat of Kerry. More next week, Pat
• Douglas girls celebrate their win over Riverstown in the Sciath na Scol 5 th. class Premier Indoor Camogie Finals played at Na Piarsaigh. Picture Mike English
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Feile Footballers Win
The U14 Footballers continued to advance in the Feile with a good win over Bishopstown at Redmond’s grounds in Lenaghmore on Sunday. A great display by the Douglas boys saw them record a well deserved victory over a Bishopstown team that kept going to the end. This was an excellent overall team performance with every one of the Douglas panel acquitting themselves well on the day. The passing and overall team work was of a very high standard, Ken Walsh and the selectors must be very satisfied with progress to date. They now advance to the semi final stage where they will meet one of the county qualifiers.
LOTTO
The results of this week’s (15th March) Douglas Underage Lotto: €5,950 1 13 23 26 €2,500 4 5 12 21 €50 Honest Mick Alone c/o Mick Lawless Diarmaid O Cathain c/o Der Keane Anthony Bowen c/o JJ €50 Promoters prize John Linehan Next weeks Jackpot is €6,100. Tickets available from the Club.
I.I.B.A. Short Mat Bowls Results and Fixtures (Cork Zone) Wilton Bowls Club staged the final session of their annual
licensed fours competition for the James Gilmore Memorial Perpetual Trophy in the S.M.A. Hall, Wilton on Sunday 15th March 2009. (Semi-finals): Wilton (P. McCarthy) beat Rockies (Helen Goldsmith, Jerry O’Sullivan, Ann Phelan & Pat Healy) and Grange/Frankfield (D. O’Sullivan) beat Highfield (Eric O’Leary, Joan Williams, John Lyall & John O’Brien) (Final): Grange Frankfield (Eithna O’Sullivan, Sean O’Sullivan, John Swanick & Derek O’Sullivan) beat Wilton (Kay McCarthy, Betty O’Keeffe, Neill O’Keeffe & Pat McCarthy)
• Mr. Michael O’Connell of Douglas Credit Union presenting a sponsorship cheque to Douglas G.A.A. Street Leagues
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