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• Below - Pictured at the end of the Annual Motorcycle Toy Run at Rochestown Inn were Mike Twomey Thompson with Mick Manifold and Irish Landspeed record holder Mel Nolan.

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HAPPY CHRISTMAS! I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our clients and advertisers for their support through out the year and of course our contributors who have made the Douglas Post a better publication. Most of all I want to thank our readers who have made the Douglas Post the most popular weekly colour magazine in Cork and we look forward to growing and improving in 2010. I also want to thank those who have supported me throughout the year – my colleagues, my family and specially the Angel by my side.

To all those loved ones who are abroad this Christmas and to all those men and women of the Defence Forces, Gardaí, Emergency Services, Hospital staff etc who will be on duty this Christmas day – HAPPY CHRISTMAS!

Have a happy and safe Christmas one and all –

• Brion Martin from The Lough leads the 'Splash for HOPE', Garretstown beach, Co Cork yesterday.

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do look in on elderly neighbours, drive carefully and I wish everyone a hopeful , prosperous and happy New Year! Good luck to all those brave swimmers on Christmas morning in Fountainstown and the oarsmen and women on the Marina on Stephen’s Morning as well as the other events taking place over the holiday period.

I lost something lately through my own fault and it’s not until you lose something special that you realise just how precious it is. Maybe one day it’ll find its way back and if it does I won’t lose it again.

Slán George Thompson Editor • Pictured at Mahon Community Centre for the launch of an initiative incorporating local schools which involve pupils taking home letters to support local businesses and maintain jobs. The group includes pupils from local schools, teachers, Denis Coffey Manager Mahon Community Centre, Senator Jerry Buttimer, Cllr. Terrry Shannon who launched the initiative and Cllr. Kieran McCarthy.

Pic:George Thompson The Douglas Post Magazine | Unit 14 | Morris House | Douglas West | Cork | Ireland Tel: 021 4369000 | Fax: 021 4369148 | Email: frontdesk@douglaspost.ie | www.douglaspost.ie The publishers have made every effort to ensure all information is correct at time of print, however no responsibility is accepted for errors or omissions.

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by Libby Scrivner, Alabama, USA Christmas isn't quite the same now that my little ones aren't so little any more. Time flies, and how much has changed -- so quickly. In 2003, my beloved aunt and my dear father passed away. And as though two deaths in the family weren't enough, in late summer of 2004 I was diagnosed with leukaemia.

I'm learning to find blessings in my cancer, such as the opportunity to reprioritize my life. Nowadays more than ever, I'm trying to live by the adage: it's not the number of years in your life that count, it's the life in your years.

Then came news from my sister. I've shared so much of my life with my sister. We were pregnant at the same time and raised our families together. We had even worked in the same office for 15 years. She announced she would soon move to another state due to her husband's new job.

It felt like yet another death in the family; another precious member of my support system gone.

Admittedly we would still see other (though not every day) and talk on the phone, and for that I was grateful. She was very much appreciated at our place of employment, too, and would be greatly missed by her co-workers.

December 21, 2004 was our office Christmas luncheon. It didn't seem the least bit odd when my boss asked me to join him at the front of our gathering to help with something. I naturally assumed he was going to recognize my sister for her many years of dedicated service to our office.

I wasn't even suspicious when he handed a Christmas bag to me and asked me to pull out the contents and tell the on-lookers what it contained. As I emptied the bag's heavy contents into my hand, I announced to the crowd that the bag contained magazines... specifically, travel magazines.

I was like a deer caught in headlights when my boss announced that in addition to the magazines, the bag also contained a check in the amount of $2,500. My co-workers had secretly collected it for the past three months, a little each payday, since they learned of my leukaemia

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I was so surprised and overwhelmed by their kind and generous gift!

But the greatest gift of all is the knowledge that these people love and care enough to do something so very special for me. That knowledge is truly one of the best gifts I have ever received.

• Joe O’Toole from the Fire Brigade Motorcycle Club - The Red Knights - with daughters Sinead and Aisling together with Liam and Jackie Fitzpatrick at the end of the annual Motorcycle Toy Run at the Rochestown Inn. Pic:George Thompson.

• Joe O’Toole from the Fire Brigade Motorcycle Club - The Red Knights - with daughters Sinead and Aisling together with Liam and Jackie Fitzpatrick at the end of the annual Motorcycle Toy Run at the Rochestown Inn. Pic:George Thompson.

The Play's the Thing Forgive me, Lord, for all the tasks that went undone today.

But this morning when my child toddled in and said, "Mommy play?"

I simply had to say yes.

And between the puzzles and trucks and blocks and dolls and old hats and books and giggles, We shared a thousand special thoughts, a hundred hopes and dreams and hugs.

And tonight, when prayer time came and he folded his hands and softly whispered, “Thank you, God, for Mommy and Daddy and toys and French fries, but 'specially for Mommy playing,” I knew it was a day well wasted.

And I knew You’d understand.

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Letters to the Editor frontdesk@douglaspost.ie

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.

Santa Claus doing the biz in Douglas Shopping Centres Dear Editor On a recent visit to Douglas Court Shopping, I noticed a young boy approach Santa Claus on his chair opposite Krusty’s Bakery.

He looked up, with hands on hips, and said with an air of surprise in his voice, ‘Santa, what are you doing there?’ Santa looked down and replied, ‘ I’m meeting all the boys and girls who’ve been good this Christmas.’ ‘Well that’s a good one,’ exclaimed the boy, ‘cause I was just sitting on your lap in Tesco.’ ‘Imagine getting here before me.’

Proof indeed that Santa can still weave his magic. So kids, made sure you get to bed early Christmas night, because Santa will be watching.

Yours truly, Finbarr Buckley

Ballinlough Christmas Greetings: Dear Editor I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. This has been another successful year for the Ballinlough Community Association. Including our Spring and Winter Ceilis, the extremely successful End of Summer Festival, together with all our regular activities in the Community Centre: Meals on Wheels, Friday night Bingo, Cards, The Retirement Clubs, ICA, Bowls, Cards, Canon Horgan Youth Clubs and Cafe and a whole host of other activities.

Many of these wouldn't take place, without the commitment of the Community Council, the officers, and all those who give of their time voluntarily, to whom we are all grateful. If you have an interest in participating in any of our activities or helping out in the Centre next year, then dont hesitate to get in touch.

Nollaig Shona agus Athbhliain faoi Mhaise Daoibh Laura McGonigle Chairperson

The Essence of Democracy Dear Editor On an interview on RTE, the Minister for Justice, Mr. Dermot Ahern T.D.; stated that the Garda Representative Association were organizing a ballet for strike action.

Mr. Ahern stated that the ballet would be an affront to democracy!

I always understood that a ballet was the very essence of democracy!

I hope that as soon as possible the people will be given a ballet and send the Minister and his government on their merry way and allow the ballet of the people to embrace democracy!

Your Sincerely Con O’Mahony Grange Court Douglas 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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Senator Jerry Buttimer

51,000 young people joined dole queues in last two years Fine Gael Youth Job Plan will take up to 30,000 under 25s off the Live Register Biggest increase in youth unemployment…

Nov 07 1572 to Nov 09 3749. increase 138.5%( 2,177) increase in two years in Cork; Carrigaline Nov 07 99 Nov 09 374 277.8%(275) increase in two years; Fine Gael Senator Jerry Buttimer, speaking on the launch of his party’s newest policy initiative ‘Hope for a Lost Generation’, said “this new policy will bring much needed hope for thousands of young people.

Unemployment among under-25 year olds has shot up by 158% over the last two years.

Across the country there are currently 3,749 under 25s on the live register which represents a 138% increase over a two year period.

Unemployment in Ireland is now the second highest in the Euro zone.

In Carrigaline area of Cork South Central there is a 277.8 %( 275) increase in two years with 374 young people.

This new initiative will take up to 30,000 young people off the live register through a combination of work share jobs created, national internship programmes, second chance education schemes and an expanded community employment scheme.

Cork has been hit badly by large scale job losses, and we must ensure that a generation is not lost due to bad decision making, the Carrigaline area alone has seen a 278% increase in under 25s receiving social welfare in the last two years.

As Enda Kenny stated; “Fine Gael has a fundamentally different approach to Fianna Fail when it comes to the Budget and tackling this economic depression.

We see the Budget as an opportunity to deliver pro jobs, pro enterprise policies so that we can get our country back to work. That is why Fine Gael has shown how, through our New ERA plan; we can deliver an €18bn stimulus plan over four years that will get 105,000 people back to work” Fine Gael conservatively estimates that over 30,000 of these 38,000 or so places will be filled by people on the Live Register. In this way we are confident that more than one third of the 87,100 under 25s on the Live Register can come off that list in 2010. This is the type of intervention, targeted and specific to our needs, that is required to get us out of this economic mess. This is the type of intervention that is sadly missing from this Government.

senator Jerry Buttimer Constituency Office 4 A Glasheen Road, Cork.

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Poetry Corner with Ronnie McGinn

One night in Christmas Week a few years ago I was walking down the South Mall in Cork. The spirit of Christmas was everywhere, at the entrance to the Imperial Hotel affluent guests were arriving, a choir was singing and as I passed on I could hear the bells of the City Hall ring. Then I noticed a grey haired old man in a doorway. He was

Writers Group Meetings Ballinlough Writers - Fri 18th December in The Douglas Library at 5.30 pm Douglas Writers Group, - Douglas Library on Friday the 8th January at 5.30 pm Douglas Junior Writers Group - Douglas Library on Fri 22 January at 5.30pm Ó Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street Wilton Writers Workshop – every Tuesday @3.00pm Bishopstown Library

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wrapped in a blanket and lying on a sheet of cardboard.

Mother’s Hands at Christmas Time Ah! the Christmas lights, - are cheery, But this pavements cold and dreary, And my heart is worn and weary, Can’t believe it’s Christmas time..

Here, between the sobs and sighing, On this cardboard where I’m lying, I can see beyond the crying, Mothers hands at Christmas time.

And the big log fire - a-blazing, The baking - and the braising, Oh my God they were amazing, Mothers hands at Christmas time All the fussing and the preening, Decorating and the cleaning, Ah! they gave our lives a meaning, Mothers hands at Christmas time.

Oh! the blankets, damp and clinging, And somewhere a bell is ringing, Is that a choir that’s singing ?, Can’t believe it’s Christmas time…

Ronnie McGinn Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ / The Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas, Cork 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.

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Carrigaline Choral Group Host Magnificent Carols by Candle Light Fota House Christmas Concerts 2009.

By Aidan Winters Margaret Martin, Fota House Events Manager opened proceedings with a warm welcome to one and all. The direction came from our esteemed and dynamic musical director Jenny Judge, ably assisted by our excellent accompanist Celine Garvey. Jenny, choir secretary and general factotum Mary Malone collaborated to fashion a programme of Christmas, seasonal and traditional music items and readings.

There is no better venue for a Christmas concert than the beautiful Fota House and gallery room resting on the grounds of the Fota Estate renowned also for its arboretum, gardens and wildlife park.

Christine Browne was our capable and colourful master of ceremonies for the two concerts. Christine strutted her stuff but all the time kept things moving, and n’er a feather ruffled. With the audiences settled in Christine introduced the concert hosts Carrigaline Choral whose ladies glistened in their seasonal red stoles against the smartly dressed backdrop of the male lines in black and white formal wear. Musical director Jenny Judge and the choir quickly moved the audience with their singing of three traditional carols; O Come all ye Faithful, Angels we have heard on high and Once in Royal David’s City. Lively Jigs followed, Biddy the Bold Wife and Gerry’s Beaver Hat by Mac Tire’s lovely interpretation Siul a Run. Mac Tire finished up with 2 toe tapping polkas.

The groups final piece Past Three a Clock, derived from an original renaissance carol and composed by G. R Woodward who also wrote the popular carol Ding Dong Merrily on High.

The choir finished with Jesus, Jesus Rest Your Head and the very beautiful Coventry Carol.

Christine next introduced Mac Tire who opened with An Spealadóir and time to cut the hay. Mac Tire finished their contribution of the night with a superb rendition and beautiful close harmonies in

The Parting Glass.

Toni Forde and Muireann Cussen finished with another exquisite duet in the Simon Mold arranged Candlelight Carol. Mark Slade all the time was an excellent accompanist, sometimes conducting, sometimes singing base and sometimes all three … amazing talent.

Dan Twomey, Dan closed with Lift the Wings composed by Bill Whelan of Riverdance fame.

This immigrant song completed Dan’s contribution for the night and confirmed Dan’s standing as an excellent tenor with a growing reputation.

Margaret Martin opined “the concert was a massive success and book early for the three 2010 concerts.

Musical director Jenny Judge closed the concert thanking Fota’s Margaret Martin and her team, the audiences for coming and particularly the choir’s secretary Mary Malone for her professional work and organization.

Presentations were made by Carrigaline Choral Group to all who supported the concert effort which included a choir member’s hand crafted piece in native bog oak to Margaret Martin and an exquisite conductor’s baton of polished greenheart wood mounted on a Cork silver rest to musical director Jenny Judge … hopefully not a stick to beat us with.

The mission of the choir is above all to develop the choir for the public performance of choral music, provide enjoyment and social opportunities while preparing for the performances of quality and relevant choral music. To this end Carrigaline Choral Group are committed to supporting music and the arts. 2010 plans include the hosting of a major concert and the participation in various music events on and around Friday 16th April in support of National Music Day. Carrigaline Choral Group wishes to especially thank Fota House Gardens and Estate, Eden Singers, Mark Slade and Mac Tire for their help in organizing the concert, and all who generously supported the choir throughout the year with their talents, resources and their time.

Would you like to sing? Call Mary on 087-2325913 or Dan on 086-3517193. Carrigaline Choral Group

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Douglas Community Notice Board Is there a community event or fundraiser happening in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted publish it for you.

Christmas Concert in aid of Autism St Patricks' Church, Rochestown is the venue for a gala Christmas Concert, on Thursday the 17th of December, at 7.30pm. All proceeds from this evening of seasonal favourites will be donated to the Cork Association for Autism.

The Cork Tenors will be joined by Soprano Jill Coogan, the St. Patricks Church Choir, the St. Columbas Girls School Choir, and accompanist, Mark Slade, in a programme of popular Classics and Carols.

The Tenors, Brian Callinan, Hugh Moynihan and Terry McCarthy continue to attract a loyal following across the City and County, while Jill Coogan is rapidly establishing herself as an exciting new vocal performer.

Douglas GAA Club “You’re only a stranger once” Thurs Bar - Texas Hold 'em poker Friday 18th - The Publiners & Miller Draft Promotion Wed 23rd - Lannigans Ball Christmas Eve - John O'Connor St Stephen's Day - The Believers New Years Eve - Brian Stevens EDITH WILKINS STREET CHILDREN FOUNDATION INDIA Christmas Concert’ in the Church of the Incarnation, Frankfield, Douglas on Sunday, December 20 at 8pm.

CARA O’SULLIVAN, Ireland’s premier operatic soprano will be joined by ‘JAVA’, a ladies barbershop choir based in Carrigaline conducted

by Graham Sutton who recently won gold at the National Barbershop Choir Convention in the Helix Theatre, Dublin.

Special guests are the FRANKFIELD-GRANGE PARISH CHOIR under the baton of Sean O’Neill and the children’s choir of SCOIL NICOLAIS conducted by Miriam Kenny for what promises to be a wonderful preChristmas family night out with lots of sing-along carols.

Proceeds of ‘Cara’s Christmas Concert’ in Frankfield church, by kind

• Sinead Mc Carthy from Scart, Douglas who was recently conferred with a Bsc Nursing degree in UCC.

permission of Very. Rev. John Walsh, PP, will go towards Edith Wilkins Street Children Foundation India established six years ago in Darjeeling

by Edith Wilkins, a nurse who has been working for 27 years amongst the poorest of the poor. She is assisted by a highly qualified staff in India and a voluntary committee in Cork.

The foundation provides “love, care, compassion, support, respect and a childhood” for around 600 migrant street kids near the Himalayas in North West India who are living under horrendous and terrifying circumstances and prone to every abuse.

TICKETS for ‘Cara’s Christmas Concert’ would make an ideal gift and are now on sale at €20 each from Pro Musica, Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork; the Frankfield-Grange Parish Office . Telephone enquiries to 0879616511 or 021-4291865.

Douglas GAA are holding a Christmas Disco Douglas GAA are holding a Christmas Disco for 1st-3rd years on Fri 18th Dec. Tickets go on sale at the Club on Wed 9th at 4.30 pm limit 2 per person. Please note anyone wearing inappropriate clothing will be removed from the Disco.

Douglas Library Thursday 17th Dec @ 2p.m.: The Young at Heart Indoor Bowls Thursday 17th Dec @ 6.30p.m.: Adult Chess Club.

Friday 18th Dec @ 5.30 p.m. : Ballinlough Writers Group St Columba’s Hall, Sports and Social Club Live music every Saturday Night. Matches live on big 8 foot screen. For booking functions contact Eoin 087 2866254 Douglas Writers Group The Douglas Writers Group, next meeting in the Douglas Library on Friday the 8 January at 5.30 pm. New Members Welcome! Meetings held on the second Friday of each month.

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Bus Éireann in Cork to Provide Weekend Nitelink Services During Christmas Period Bus Éireann is to provide late night services on the weekends in the run-up to Christmas from Cork city to Carrigaline, Ballincollig and Midleton.

The services will operate from Cork city centre on Friday, December 18th and Saturday, December 19th. Buses on each service will depart from St Patrick’s Street at 1am, 2am and 3am on the dates above.

The Carrigaline service will depart from outside Debenhams on St Patrick’s Street and service Douglas East Village, Maryborough Hill and Carrigaline.

The Ballincollig service will depart from outside Debenhams on St Patrick’s Street and service Bishopstown via Curraheen Road and Melbourne Road, and Ballincollig.

The Midleton service will depart from outside Eason’s on St Patrick’s and service Carrigtwohill and Midleton.

Single journey fares are €3 (Douglas, Bishopstown) or €5 (Ballincollig, Carrigaline,

Carrigtwohill), and €8 (Midleton).

“Our Nitelink services in the run-up to Christmas will enable people to enjoy all that Cork city has to offer during the festive period without having to worry about the hassle and expense involved in using other means of transport to get home,” said Joe Fitzgerald, Regional Manager, Bus Éireann.

Society of St Vincent de Paul The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) has welcomed the fact that the Government has compensated some of the poorest families for the cut in Child Benefit and retained the Family Support Agency. These were two of the key requests in the SVP Pre Budget Submission. However, it is regrettable that many low income families will suffer from the cut in child benefit.

The Society says that the reduction in the adult social welfare rate is very bad news.

This cut will amount to €13.90 per week for a couple, which is compounded by the loss of the Christmas Bonus, increases in rent payable for social housing and private rented sector where rent supplement is given. In addition all families with children under 5 have lost €664 over the past year due to the cut in the Early Childcare Supplement.

Compared with this time last year, a single parent family with 2 children under 5 has sustained a cut of 10.4% in their income, or €1820 over the year, and a couple with 2 children under 5 have sustained a cut of € 2241 or 9.2% in their income. These cuts mean more hardship for families on social welfare,

Deirdre Clune T.D.

Budget cuts in dental and optical benefits Last weeks budget’s cuts to dental, optical benefits for people who make PRSI contributions went largely unnoticed but may have long term consequences.

The Treatment Benefit Scheme is available to workers and retired people who have made a required number of PRSI contributions.

The benefit schemes will be restricted in 2010 to only cover dental examinations and eyesight tests savings of €54 million.

It is estimated that about 200,000 people avail of the optical scheme each year. Before the Budget in addition to covering the cost of eyesight tests, it covered the full cost of some spectacles and part of the cost of others, replacement lenses for existing frames and part of the costs of contact lenses if medically required.

Last year according to the Irish Dental Association 400,000 people availed of the dental scheme last year at a cost of €69 million. The dental scheme will now cover only a check up where to date it also covered the cost of a scale and polish and subsidised the cost of

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and will likely push people into debt.

The Society is also concerned that those in work, on low pay are being particularly hard hit by this budget, for example those not eligible for Family Income Supplement.

We welcome the retrofitting of social housing and note the commitment to compensate the poorest households for the introduction of the carbon tax. However, it is very unclear how the Government intends to operate their proposed ‘vouched’ system. In addition, there is no indication how fuel-poor households outside of the fuel allowance system will be identified or compensated.

The SVP is also critical of the introduction of prescription charges for those on medical cards and the increase in the monthly drugs payment scheme threshold. The introduction of these prescription charges will be particularly difficult for families requiring multiple prescriptions.

The Society of St Vincent de Paul encourages individuals and families who are experiencing difficulty this Christmas to contact us in confidence.

SVP offers non-judgemental support and guidance as well as financial assistance where appropriate.

• Courtney and Lorraine O'Connor from Market Gardens, Togher at The Lough for the turning on of the Christmas Lights celebrations organised by Cork City Council. Photo Donagh Glavin

fillings and other dental work.

The dental and optical benefits were introduced as a preventative measure designed to encourage people to take steps to avoid greater dental and sight problems in the future. The Budget cutbacks that downgrade these services will likely result in many people on low incomes not being able to afford these preventative measures and instead risk greater medical problems in later years. In the long run the cost to the State is potentially far greater than the savings these cutbacks will achieve.

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Cork County Council Temporary Closure of a Public Road – Carrigaline Area Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993, the following road will be closed to public traffic from 9.30am to 4.30pm daily from Wednesday 15th December to Saturday 19th December 2009.

Road to be closed: LP2495 from Foster’s (Bothar Buidhe) Cross Roads to Ahane Cross Roads (Tracton GAA Pitch).

Alternative Routes Traffic travelling from Carrigaline to Minane Bridge on the L2495-turn right at Foster’s Cross and travel the L6501. Turn left at Piper’s Cross and travel the R611. Turn left at Ballyfeard and travel the L3210 to Ahane Cross Roads.

Traffic travelling from Minane Bridge to Carrigaline on the L2495-travel the L3210. Turn right at ballyfeard and travel the R611. Turn right at Piper’s Cross and travel the L6501 as far as Foster’s Cross.

The purpose of the temporary road closure is to facilitate emergency road resurfacing.

Music in Carrigaline Library The Christmas Music Recital will take place in the Library on Thursday December 17th.at 11.00 a.m.It will be presented by Jean Olden who will play music requested by the members. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome.A lovely morning is guaranteed. There is no charge.

DRESSING UP FOR THE CARRIGALINE WREN BOYS The Carrigaline Wren Boys invite you to their dressing up night on Thursday next December 17th in the Carrigaline GAA at 8pm, followed by dancing from 9-11. There will be a large array of wild and outlandish rig outs built up over the last 25 years. Last year there were 85 people dressed up and the organisers are hoping to top the 100 mark this year, so every extra person counts. This year’s Carrigaline Wren Boys Street Carnival will run from 11am to 1.30pm on St. Stephen’s Day, where Main Street Carrigaline will be closed to traffic from Walshes Pharmacy to Cogan’s Corner, with access to all the local car parks. There will be dancing on the street and South Union Hunt will have a large number of mounted horses come through the town around noon, a tradition spanning over 200 years. So it promises to be a great family event and not to be missed.

• CORK PUBLICANS ENJOY EXCLUSIVE ST. JAMES’S GATE BREWERY TOUR - Pictured here at St. James’s Gate Brewery are some Cork publicans including Ian O’Driscoll of the Blackrock Inn, Dennis Desmond, The Outpost, Bishopstown, Brian Murphy & Colm Lucey of Flannery’s, Glasheen and Mervyn O’Connor, Red Cove Inn, Mahan alongside Guinness Master Brewer, Fergal Murray (centre) and Una McCarthy from Diageo Cork.

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Michael McGrath T.D.

Car Scrappage Scheme The inclusion of a car scrappage scheme in the Budget will give a boost to people looking to get a more modern car and to those working in the motor industry. This scheme will provide Vehicle Registration Tax relief of up to €1,500 for people who trade in a car of 10 years of age or older when purchasing a new car.

This scrappage scheme is a real boost for those looking to buy a new car or who are working in the motor industry. It will encourage people with old cars to get a more modern vehicle with better fuel efficiency and environmental standards. This in turn will reduce pollution and cut down on how much people are spending on petrol or diesel.

It will also help to kick start cars sales which is important for the thousands of people working in the motor industry. We have already seen 10,000 jobs lost in the industry because of the decline in sales. The drop in car sales has also resulted in a fall of about €1 billion in tax revenue so it was important that some kind of stimulus was put in place.

We had a very successful scrappage scheme in place in the past which greatly helped to improve road safety by updating the type of cars on our roads. The US also introduced a similar ‘Cash for Clunkers’ scheme last year which was very popular with the public.

Hopefully, the people of Cork will make use of this scheme and that it will help those working in the motor industry throughout the county.

Michael McGrath T.D.

‘Wishing all my constituents a happy & peaceful Christmas and all the best for 2009.’

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Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin Ballinlough Community Association Dinner The Ballinlough Community Association, the Ballinlough Senior Citizens Annual Christmas Dinner took place on Sunday, December 6th in the Rochestown Park Hotel. It was very well attended, the attendance included Deputy Lord Mayor, Cllr Laura McGonigle,Minister Michael Martin, Deirdre Clune TD, Cllr Jim Corr, Cllr Denis O’Flynn, Cllr Terry Shannon, former Lord Mayors Denis Creegan Donal & Counihan.

Ballinlough Credit Union were represented by Ethel & Tom Conere The committee would like to thank The Rochestown Park Hotel for the beautiful meal, and to everyone that attended the Dinner. The music for the evening was supplied by Jimmy Kirby. Loads of Spot Prizes for everyone. A big thank you to the organising committee of Maura Maher, Ena Collins, Maura Olden, Marian Quinn Liam Towler & Michael Collins Retirement Clubs Retirement Clubs are closed for the holidays, they will be opening late January.

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Public Meeting on Anti-Social Behaviour - Date for your Diary At the last meeting that was held in October, suggestions were put forward to help resolve some the issues: Contacting the Cork City Council to cut trees, bushes, and to do a general clean up in the Japanese Gardens Contacting the ESB with a view of installing lighting in the Community Park & the Japanese Gardens Off Licences were also an issue The next Public Meeting is Wednesday 27th January at 8.00pm in the Community Centre

Ballinlough Writers Club Meet 3rd Friday of every month. Next meeting Friday 18th December in the Douglas Library at 5.30pm St. Anthony’s Indoor Bowls Club Day & Time: Wednesday’s 8.00pm - 10.00pm Venue: Ardfallen Centre (Methodist Church) Parking: Car Park of Swimming Pool This club likes to maintain an enjoyable, sociable and friendly atmosphere in which to enjoy the benefits of a pleasant venue For further information contact Jack Healy at 4294646 or Brendan at 4291855 Church Car Park Thieves are targeting the Church Car Park, to break in to cars while their occupants are attending Mass. Be Alert, do not leave any valuables in your car or to be seen putting them into your boot.

Never never leave your handbag in any part of your car.

Cllr. Kieran McCarthy So much to do, so little time, yes another year, another Christmas. Cllr Kieran McCarthy has organised two community initiatives for the Christmas season.

Christmas Carol Service: First up, he has organised and is inviting all interested people to join a community get-together at Ballinlough Community Centre next Sunday, 20 December between 4 and 5.30pm.

Refreshments will be served and the Carrigaline singers will join in on the festivities by providing a mini carol service. All are very welcome.

Santa’s Christmas Comet McCarthy’s second initiative ties him to the initial organisation and also acting in Santa’s Christmas Comet, a mini panto for all the family at Blackrock Castle Observatory. The plot involves a plan to ruin Christmas! Organised by Red Sandstone Varied Productions (RSVP) in association with the Castle. RSVP are no strangers to Cork and have headed up interactive shows before to great praise. Headed up by director Yvonne Coughlan, her company have brought a Christmas vision to the south east suburbs of the city. Phone Blackrock Castle for more details, 021 4357917. Cllr McCarthy noted: “Christmas is a great time to take time out and spend time with family whilst recharging the batteries. To everyone, go take time out, enjoy and have a great Christmas and new year season”.

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The Cork School of Dance in association with The Firkin Crane present a fabulous dance extravaganza

“CHRISTMAS CRACKER” Christmas Cracker opened on Friday 11th December for a limited 12 performances in true Hollywood Glamour style with a brand new showstopping number,Winter Wonderland, followed by a wide variety of Christmas favourites. Another highlight of the show are narrated excerpts from traditional Christmas favourite, The Nutcracker, featuring Cork’s own Ciaran Bermingham, famous for his roles in I’Keano, Singing in the Rain and Kilnascully.

The show also features a mystical Celtic piece incorporating Irish, classical and jazz dance styles plus many more modern musical and dance surprises.

Cork School of Dance (Director Sinead Murphy) was officially launched to critical acclaim in August 2009 and is based at The Firkin Crane, the home of dance.

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52% of Munster adults can have difficulty understanding medical terms New Booklet To Address The Gap In Understanding Of Medical Terms Over 50% of adults in Munster can have difficulty understanding the medical terms used when speaking to a healthcare professional such as a doctor, nurse or pharmacist - according to a recent nationwide survey1 conducted by Merck Sharp & Dohme Ireland (Human Health) Ltd. 'Arthritis-Key words in plain language', supported by Arthritis Ireland, is the first in a series of Plain Language patient information booklets launched by MSD, to help give the everyday meaning of some of the medical words used when talking about Arthritis.

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if the information provided is not communicated in clear and simple language.

Arthritis is a chronic disease affecting one in every six people in Ireland.3 Arthritis –Key words in plain language is the first in a series of plain language booklets developed by MSD Ireland (Human Health) Ltd. with the support of Arthritis Ireland and a team of healthcare professionals, as part of their continuous efforts to improve health literacy. The booklet addresses the facts about arthritis, the common questions asked by people living with the condition and also presents an A to Z meaning of words often found in patient leaflets. Each word is defined using plain English and also placed in the context of a sentence for further ease of understanding "The 'Arthritis- Key words in plain language' booklet is a very effective tool that a patient can use to better understand the written and spoken information they will come across over the life time of their condition.

Using plain language is a key strategy for making health information easier to understand and improving health literacy. It is easy to think a patient understands the medical words used to discuss a relatively well known condition such as arthritis so this booklet will be a very useful guide said Dr Eamonn Shanahan, Kerry based GP. A chronic disease, such as arthritis, is a disease that cannot be cured and will be with a person all of their life. The research also revealed that 45% of those interviewed nationally thought the word chronic, meant simply just ‘bad or ‘terrible’.1 In Munster 60 % of adults were unable to define the meaning of ‘chronic’ correctly, compared to Leinster and Connacht both at 39%.1 However, the high percentage in Munster could be accredited to the colloquial use of the word ‘chronic’ in everyday language.

'There are over 100 different types of arthritis and in turn an array of new words a person with arthritis will need to understand the meaning of. If they better understand the words used when speaking or reading about arthritis, they will be able to communicate more effectively with their healthcare professional. We welcome any initiative that helps people living with arthritis take more control over the management and understanding of their condition”, commented Mr John Church, CEO Arthritis Ireland.

A free copy of the 'Arthritis in Plain Language' booklet is available by calling Arthritis Ireland on LoCall 1890 252 846 between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday or can be downloaded from www.msd.ie/arthritis or www.arthritisireland.ie. The next booklet in the Plain Language series will address Asthma and Allergies.

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EMC host the Rhythmic Gymnastics Competition with Special Olympics On Sunday 29th November a group of volunteers from EMC organised and hosted the Rhythmic Gymnastics competition with Munster Special Olympics at Colaiste Colm in Ballincollig. EMC got involved in Special Olympics this year first time and volunteered at a number of different sports events coordinated by the Special Olympics. This event was the first event sponsored and organised by EMC in association with the Women’s Leadership Form group within EMC. The Rhythmic Gymnastics was an all female event with 44 artists performing their routines on the day. The athletes came from different schools and clubs across Munster, Owenabue Club, Crosshaven; St. Vincents Lisnagry, Limerick; Scoil Aonghusa, Cashel; and St. Clare’s School, Ennis.

The Competition had 5 different events: rope, hoop, ribbon, ball and clubs; the athletes could enter up to 4 of these.

The opening ceremony started at 11:30am with athletes from each club participating in their club/school presentation on the mats. Once the formalities were out of the way the events commenced and everyone was caught up in the excitement of the athletes during each of their performances. The artists presented a very high level of technique and musicality. Most of them performed in several different categories so the judges could see their skills from different perspectives and in various musical contexts. It was a memorable day for all the athletes and their proud coaches and relatives, and also for the EMC volunteers who gladly shared the success of the athletes on the podium. Many athletes received several medals as they competed in different events, and every artist went home with a medal or a ribbon.

EMC sponsored goodie bags for all the athletes and judges and the volunteers presented these after the awards ceremony. The volunteers then cleaned up the gymnasium and the event was finished by 4pm.

EMC was very proud to host this competition as it was a very unique and rewarding experience for all the volunteers. Mike Regan from EMC, a Safety Officer volunteer at the event, said: ‘I enjoyed the day, I think the coaches do an excellent job and I think the athletes put in a lot of effort on the day, it was nice to be part of that, I would definitely like to get involved again.’ Magdalena Poulin, the Event Manager, adds that ‘The Rhythmic Gymnastics event was extraordinary, all the athletes gave excellent performances and the overall atmosphere on the day was indeed special. I am proud that EMC sponsored and hosted

this event, as the company’s support allowed us to make the day so successful and enjoyable for everyone.’

John Cremin, whose niece Laura was among the performers that day, sent his feedback to EMC after this event: ‘I attended a gymnastics event in Colaiste Choilm, Ballincollig. EMC sponsored the event and there were a number of EMC staff/volunteers in attendance actively supporting and participating in the running of the event. These EMC staff in attendance were absolutely magnificent and a credit to the Company. It was wonderful to see the children in their comfort zone, thoroughly enjoying themselves. I was really overwhelmed by the manner of the contribution of the EMC staff - well done.’

"It was a pleasure for me to work with such enthusiastic volunteers from EMC who not only worked with us on the day of the event, but they attended event management training sessions and briefing before the event was delivered. The athletes, coaches and family members attending the event had a great day thanks to the assistance of the volunteers. EMC employees reflect the company ethos of corporate social engagement with our organisation. We hope that we will work together on other events in 2010." Vivien Buckley, Regional Development Officer Events and Volunteers Special Olympics Munster.

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Overindulgence: More than just a weight issue It doesn't matter how many times we have done it before and how many times we have promised ourselves that we won't do it again, when it comes to the festive season, overindulgence seems almost unavoidable.

People often let their health take a back seat and tell themselves they will get in shape again in the New Year. However, the latest science shows that this kind of overindulgence can affect the oxidant balance within your body and actually influence your DNA repair capacity, causing lasting negative consequences.

The REDOX physiological state of the body is the balance between pro-oxidants and antioxidants. Under healthy circumstances the body is normally in a state of REDOX homeostasis that slightly favours the antioxidants (a good thing!), however, this balance constantly varies with a steady shift in upper hand between pro-oxidants and antioxidants. Oxidative stress is a state of REDOX balance where the pro-oxidants prevail and excessive oxidation occurs. An excess of pro-oxidants in the body creates an unstable cellular environment and can lead to many unwanted health conditions.

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Indigestion Indigestion — also called dyspepsia or an upset stomach — is a general term that describes discomfort in your upper abdomen. Indigestion is not a disease, but rather a collection of symptoms you experience, including bloating, belching and nausea. Although indigestion is common, how you experience indigestion may differ from how someone else does. Symptoms of indigestion might be felt occasionally or as often as daily.

Most people with indigestion have one or more of the following symptoms: Early fullness during a meal. You haven't eaten much of your meal, but you already feel full and may not be able to finish eating.

Uncomfortable fullness after a meal. Fullness lasts longer than it should.

Pain in the upper abdomen. You feel a mild to

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Burning in the upper abdomen. You feel an uncomfortable heat or burning sensation between the bottom of the breastbone and navel.

There are many possible causes of indigestion.

Some are related to lifestyle and what you're eating and drinking. Indigestion can also be caused by other digestive conditions.

Common causes include: Overeating, Eating too quickly, Fatty or greasy foods, Spicy foods, Too much caffeine, Too much alcohol, Too much chocolate, Too many carbonated beverages, Smoking, Nervousness, Emotional trauma and various medications, including antibiotics, aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

ing foods — don't help your indigestion, there also are over-the-counter and prescription medications that may help. Most are designed to reduce stomach acid or help move food from the stomach to the small intestine.

Types of indigestion medications include: Antacids, H-2-receptor antagonists (H2RAs), and Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

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12 Week Blow-dry Staunton Byrne, Douglas is now providing the famous “12 week blowdry”. This revolutionary smoothing treatment has transformed the lives of thousands of ladies in Ireland already by drastically reducing time spent blow drying and straightening their hair.

Over many years in the hairdressing industry we have repeatedly seen ladies who are either unable or have to spend excessive time blow-drying to achieve straight hair. All this blow-drying adversely affects the hair leaving it dry and brittle.

Staunton Byrne would like to welcome Declan Kehoe, trained to a senior level

Now with Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy you can eliminate up to 95% of frizz and tame unruly curls, leaving the hair softer, smoother and shinier. As this is not a chemical straightener it does not damage the hair, in fact the more the service is done the healthier the hair becomes. With each treatment, the build up of Keratin makes the hair smoother and silkier, straighter and shinier, easier and faster to blow-dry and close to being “maintenance free”.

The therapy encases the hair follicle with a keratin bond to promote healing and helps keep environmental toxins, such as smoke, pollution and ultraviolet rays, from entering the hair. The treatment will take approximately two hours, depending upon hair length and texture. It works on all hair types and can be used on chemically and colour treated hair. Results typically last 3 to 5 months depending on the hair type.

To book this amazing treatment call us on 021 4895485 or why not treat someone to a Staunton Byrne gift voucher this Christmas.

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Mahon Community News Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email: frontdesk@douglaspost.ie

Mini Country Market Mahon Community Centre 10 – 4 every Thursday Mahon Community Centre Bingo every Tuesday night. Books go on sale at 7.15pm Young Enterrtainers Group Boys and Girls 7yrs upwards. Monday nights 7.45PM Young at Heart Ladies & Gents Bowling Club every Wed 2.30 – Fri 7.PM

• Pictured at the Mahon Community Centre Mulled Wine Morning for senior citizens were Nora Clancy, Lena O’Regan, Breda O’Sullivan and Bernadette O’Callaghan pictured with guest and newly crowned Irish Middleweight Boxing Champion, Gary ‘Spike’O’Sullivan.

Pic:George Thompson.

Cllr. Laura McGonigle

Remember those less fortunate at Christmas Firstly, I’d like to take this opportunity to wish each of you a very happy, healthy and Holy Christmas. The festive season is an exciting and enjoyable time for most families in Cork. A time when we reflect on the year gone by, and spend time with friends and family Christmas is about community, and while many of us are comfortable this year despite recessionary doom and gloom, there are others in the community who may not be. Over the past twelve months, families through out Cork have struggled to cope with the downturn in our economy. Families both you and I know. People living on our own road. Our friends.

Irish people are known for our generosity of spirit, and this year that is more important than ever. Instead of buying an extra tin of biscuits nobody will eat, or a novelty present that nobody wants, why not give a gift to your community? Or contribute to the great work that the St. Vincent de Paul does in Cork.

Let’s support those in our local community in true Cork fashion by helping those around us as we enjoy the Christmas festivities.

Nollaig Shona agus Athbhliain faoi Mhaise Daoibh

Cllr. Laura McGonigle

Happy Christmas to all...

Walking Group Every Thursday 10.15 Am L.E.S Mon – Fri 9AM - 1PM. 2PM – 5PM Daytime Courses at Family Resource Centre: (Phone 021-4358866) Art, Aromatherapy, Yoga, Bread making, Parent and Toddler, Print Making Evening Courses: Creative Writing, Cookery, Pottery Also available Basic Adult Education Support Adult Education Mahon Basic Adult Education Suppport for help with: Reading, Writing, Spelling, Basic Maths, Basic Computers. Mahon Family Resource Centre.

021 435 8866 Chiropodist Chiropodist Patrica Magnier is available at the Community Centre. For appointment ring 087 608 2195 • Julie Walsh and Chris Kingston with Community Worker Eileen O’Keeffe at the Mahon Community Centre Mulled Wine Morning for senior citizens last week.

Pic:George Thompson

Best wishes, thanks for your show of support

Deputy Lord Mayor of Cork Advice clinics each Friday at 5pm, in the Ballinlough Community Centre, feel free to pop along

Mob: 086-0829371 Web: www.lauramcgonigle.ie Email: lauramcgonigle@gmail.com Ag obair ar do shon i Halla na Cathrach 28 - Thur 17 Dec '09

Feel free to contact me at anytime Tel: 087 2801490 Email: info@descahill.ie

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An Giota Gaeilge Le Liam Ó Móráin

Ealaíon mar chomharba don Phobal Riachtanas Speisialta um Nollaig Maidin Déardaoin seo thart bhíos sa bhaile ag feitheamh ar chúpla chuairteoir ó Cheanada a mbricfeasta a chríochnú agus an teach a fhágáil.

Go tobann, thug cara liom cuireadh freastal ar Thaispeántas Ealaíne agus ar shearmanas oifigiúil ‘Bronnadh Teastais FETAC sna hEalaín’ ar ghrúpa den bpobal Riachtanais Speisialta sa Ghort Álainn ar thuaisceart na cathrach.

Ba faoi scáth na heagraíochta ‘Cope’ a bhí an ócáid tábhachtach seo á dtionól agus bhí sí ar siúil níos déanaí an mhaidin céanna i dTeach Newbury sa Ghort Álainn anseo sa chathair, áit a raibh Ard-Mhéara na Cathrach mar aoi ag an searmanas.

Bhí slua mór daoine ann agus chuir Jo Nicholas, múinteoir, a rang rinceoirí i láthair roimh dóibh damhsa ón gceolchoirm Meiriceánach ‘Chicago’ a chur i láthair.

Cé go raibh moill beag ar an Ard Mhéara chas chóir cailíní de chuid Scoil Naoimh Pádraig, agus na cailíní ar fad in aois a deich mbliana, buíon carúil clúiteacha don slua.

Is faoi stiúir na Bráithre Carthanachta atá Cope á rith, agus tá scata scoileanna éagsúla ann chun déileáil leis an raon mór de dhaoine le riachtanais speisialta, sé sin daoine le máchail intinne orthu, bíodh an máchail seo éadrom nó géar.

An cúis leis an ócáid ab ea Gradam FETAC sna hEalaín a bhronnadh ar ghrúpa mac léinn agus daltaí ó na scoileanna éagsúla Cope.

Mhínigh Michelle Whooley, Bainisteoir ar an gClár Slánú agus ar Ealaíon, Cope, gur chabhraigh grúpa ealaíontóirí proifisiúnta go mór leis na mic léinn agus na daltaí sna scoileanna go mór lena gcumas ealaíne a fheabhsú.

Ag féachaint ar na saothair éagsúla a bhí ar thaispeáint ba léir fiúntas na hoibre mar go raibh buíon mór de sár oibre le feiceáil ann, agus spéis nach mór á léiriú ag an bpobal áitiúil a bhí ag freastal ar an ócáid.

Mhol an tArd Mhéara, an Comhairleoir Dara Ó Murchú, a d’fhreastal ar an ócáid lena a bhean, Tanya, obair Cope go mór, agus mhol sé cúraim na múinteoirí agus na cabhróirí a thugann cabhair nach mór do na mic léinn agus na daltaí uile.

“Is luachmhar linn foireann Teach Newbury mar go bhfuil siad i mbun sár-oibre leis agus sa phobal áitiúil”, dúirt sé.

Mhol sé saothar ealaíne na mic léinn freisin.

“Cad is féidir linn a rá leis na healaíontóirí nua seo. Tá scil den scoth léirithe acu mar aon le paisean ina saothair, agus feicfidh daoine éagsúla anseo a léiríonn a gcarachtar agus is iontach an rud é go bhfuil siad ag glacadh páirte sna healaín, sa chultúir, sa cheol agus sa léitheoireacht.

Tá féith an chairdeas agus an comharsanacht le mothú go láidir sa phobal áitiúil anseo”, dúirt an Ard Mhéara.

Is léir gur bhain na mic léinn agus na daltaí an-shásamh as an ócáid.

Eagraíonn Cope an ócáid seo chun airgid a bhailiú ionas gur féidir leo costais na n-ealaíontóirí cúnta a íoc chomh maith le billí reatha eile a íoc.

Má tá fonn ort bronntanas fiúntach a cheannach don Nollag I mbliana, dar liom tá rogha mhaith pictiúir ar fáil, agus ní bhrisfidh a gcostas an banc ort ach an oiread.

Nollaig Shona agus Athbhliain faoi mhaise.

Brainteazer Last week’s Teazer Old Silas Greenfield died and

Last Week’s Answer

left each of his grandchildren the

The old man had given them

same bequest. Sam spent all his having a good time. Dave wasted his and Suzy used hers wisely. The old man had been determined to treat the grandchildren equally,

time. He left each of them the equivalent of their annual salary so that they could have a year to do what they liked.

and in a way he did, but each got a different sum of money.

How?

This Week’s Teazer Joshua Shrimp had been a sailor for forty years and in that time he had been right around the globe many times. However, he always spent his nights in bed and on dry land. How?

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Young @ Heart

by Phil Goodman

As we leave 2009 behind us we reflect and look back on our activities and trips during the year. Once again we travelled the highways and bye ways each week seeking new destinations and places of interest to visit.

We enjoyed trips around the harbours; we took in Kenmare, Sherkin, Gouganne, Mount Mellary, Uras an Uctharian and Buckingham Palace.

We held the annual waltzing competition, the over 60’s competition, we celebrated lifelong learning week also positive aging week. This year we focused mainly on physical activity which is important for both mind and body, so we now enjoy Tai – Chi classes every week, and indoor bowls. We have a knitting class which will continue in 2010 please god, and of course our computer class for beginners which over 100 older people took part gave me great pleasure, little did we think even two years ago that people in their 70’s and 80’s would have this opportunity and take it. Grandparents now relate better too their grandchildren and children as a result, sometimes the youth think that grannies and granda’s should sit in the chair and watch TV, but we proved otherwise.

We have learned a lot from the transition year students in Douglas community school, as I am sure they have also from our older people.

To see the interaction between young and old is something we hope to build on in the coming year. This year has been a catalyst for a lot of us with the loss of loved ones. I truly believe we will all meet our loved ones again someday. I wish you all a very happy Christmas and a healthy and happy new year.

Up coming events

Thought for Today.

"If you listen carefully to children you will have plenty about which to laugh.” ~Steve Allen “Cherish your yesterdays, Dream your tomorrows.

But be Young at Heart, And live your to-days” ‘Bye for now, Phil

• Anne Mary and Mary at the Young at HEart Christmas Party

Every Monday: 11.00am – 12.00noon - Tai-Chi in Douglas G.A.A. Hall Every Tuesday: 2.00pm-4.30pm - Knitting and Cards in Library Every Wednesday: Computers in Community School (full) Every Thursday art classes 10:30 – 12:00 library Every Thursday Art plus indoor bowls 2 – 4 - Library Every Friday Computers in the library 17th December - Christmas concert, St Patrick’s church 6th January - Little women’s Christmas on 6th Jan is in O’Sullivan’s Douglas

Thanksgiving

Novena to the Sacred Heart Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours This time I ask you this very special one mention favour Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart Where your father sees it then in his merciful eyes it will become your Favour not mine Amen say this prayer for three days promise publication And favour will be granted K.A.

Thanksgiving

Novena to the Sacred Heart Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours This time I ask you this very special one mention favour Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart Where your father sees it then in his merciful eyes it will become your Favour not mine Amen say this prayer for three days promise publication And favour will be granted K.L.

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• Rose O’Sullivan meets Santa at Younh at Heart6 Christmas Party

Piper

In fond remembrance of a loving mother May Piper Late of Pipers Fun Fair Douglas and Crosshaven Who died December 20th 1997 masses offered Softly the leaves of memory fall Gently we gather and treasure them all Deep in our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered every day Her loving family Tom Marie Sandra Martin Sharon And families

Competition offers

Win Tickets to Jack and The Beanstalk Wed 23rd December @ 7:30 Just send in your name, address & contact telephone number on a postcard to: Douglas Post magazine, Unit 14, Morris House, Douglas West, Cork.

Cooking and Baking from Millies Baking Only a week to go to Christmas and I notice some supermarkets are offering mince pies at half price.

However, nothing beats homemade crumbly rich pastry oozing with spicy moist mincemeat. This week I’ve put down my recipe for mince pies, you can use any type of mincemeat you like, of course homemade is best! I’ve also added a recipe for a gluten free Madeira cake as I found out today from a neighbour that 13% of the population is coeliac and it’s not always easy to come by decent home baked gluten free cakes..

Mince Pies - Makes 12 • 200g plain flour • 150g butter diced • 1 egg yolk • 1 Dsp caster sugar • 1 jar good quality mincemeat • Grease a 12 hole tartlet tin.

Rub the butter into the flour until it look slike breadcrumbs (or use a food processor) Mix in the sugar and egg yolk to form a paste, add cold water if necessary until you have a stiff pastry.

Roll out on a floured surface thinly and cut 12 large circles and 12 medium circles using pastry cutters. Place the larger circles in the greased tin and fill each one with a Tbsp of mincemeat.

Moisten the edges of the pastry lids and press onto the bottom pastries.

Cut 2 slits in the lids and dredge with a little caster sugar if desired.

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Gluten Free Madeira cake • 450g gluten free plain flour • 2 tsp gluten free baking powder • 150g butter at room temperature • 200g caster sugar • 3 eggs • 250g cornflour • 170ml milk • 1 tsp vanilla or lemon essence • Grease and line a 1lb loaf tin Cream the butter with the sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time and add in the flavouring.

Sieve the flours and baking powder into the creamed mixture and fold in with the milk. At this stage add 150g of chopped cherries, sultanas or dried fruit of your choice for variation.

Bake for an hour at 180oC /Gas mark 4 and allow to stand for 10 minutes before turning onto a wire rack to cool.

If any readers are interested in my recipe for last minute Christmas cake please email Rebecca at milliesbaking@gmail.com or call 085 2407329.

Merry Christmas to you all!

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Home & Garden chrysanthemum stool from a frame to the greenhouse, to accelerate growth. Sow onion seeds in warmth for large bulbs. In heated greenhouses sow dwarf French beans, 6 per 20cm (8ins) pot, for April or May harvest..

Stand azaleas coming into bloom on saucers of pebbles.

Water Garden;

Who’s really thinking about working in the garden this week ? Well a few of us are. In spite of the proximity of Christmas, there is something very soothing and relaxing about being out in the garden. Because of the time of year even the smallest of chores tend to remain done, which brings its own quite reward. This article might give you a few ideas. Now not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.

Flower Garden: Peg down trailing ivy stems to root as layers.

Continue planting roses when the ground is suitable; soak for a few hours if roots are dry.

Prepare new heather beds and plant up with acid or lime-tolerant varieties according to soil type. Assess the winter garden as a whole for

impact, and makew plans to add more colour and interest

In hard weather keep part o9f the pond surface ice-free for fish.

Kitchen Garden:

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Net brassicas securely against pigeons. Take root cuttings for seakale, inserting thick segments vertically in pots, just covered with ncompost or grit, and keep in a frame. Save a few mistletoes berries to rub on the underside of old apple tree branches Lawns & Hedges: Check lawns after heavy rain (or snow) and spike to improve drainage wherever water lies in pools. Repair damaged edges of lawns whenever the weather is suitable.

Bring under cover any empty clay pots and containers to avoid frost damage. Cleasr away all garden debris where slugs and snails can lurk, including under greenhouse staging.

Order seeds early, especially if unusual varieties are wanted. Harden off pot grown Christmas trees in a sheltered spot before planting out at the end of the season

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Servicing the Douglas area Dave is optimistic about 2010 and is building a reputation for the keenest prices in Cork for all makes of tyre’s and has encouraged a strong trade since opening in October of this year.

Having secured a large area for his customers to relax in while they wait, Best Price Tyres certainly delivers by taking the Hassel out of any car trouble, with state of the art equipment and an extremely fast

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Dave is happy to assist all queries no matter now big or small and can be contacted on 021 4898080, open 6 days a week from 8.30am to 7pm and 9am to 6pm on Saturdays. Or simply call in and relax while you wait, you will be pleasantly surprised how quick and efficient the service BEST PRICE TYRES offers.

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This Sunday night sees Jazzy Jeff return to Cork yet again, at the newly refurbished Savoy!! Jazz is one of the worlds best hip hop djs/turntabilist, his ability to alter his set depending on the crowd is outstanding, his tricks and showmanship are worth the entry fee! This man has many years experience in the clubs and knows what hes doing, without doubt my must see gig this weekend!!

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East Village have a jam packed line up for the next week or so kicking things off tonight with the customer Christmas party taking place from 10.30pm, Blue Moose are the band on hand! Tomorrow night J90 take to the stage followed by the Electric Dreams 80s night on Saturday, don’t forget late bar and do next Tue and Wed! This January we will see rock legends, The Bay City Rollers take to the stage in Silversprings on 6th January. After joining the Bay City Rollers in November 1973, the band, with Les McKeown on lead vocals, shot to superstardom almost over night.

"Remember", the Rollers' first single with Les' vocals, shot up the UK charts to No. 6 and was quickly followed by "Shang-A-Lang", "Summerlove Sensation" and "All Of Me Loves All Of You" all hitting the Top Five. "Bye Bye Baby" was their first UK Number One in May 1975 followed by "Give A Little Love" in July. Their first US single, "Saturday Night", amazingly went straight to the top of the Billboard charts, and their first British album, "Rollin'" was the first debut album to top the charts. The BCR released many more Top 10 songs over the next two years including "Money Honey", "I Only Wanna Be With You", and "You Made Me Believe In Magic". Between 1975 - 1978, they toured all over the world and played to sold out crowds in the USA, Japan, Great Britain, Europe, New Zealand and Australia.

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AOH Cup 2nd Round

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Three times world athletics champion Marcus O' Sullivan has paid a visit to Coláiste Chríost Rí and given a motivational talk to the schools athletes and Transition Year students. His visit was part of the school’s 50th anniversary celebrations and his message was “to follow your dreams and don't be afraid of failure". Coláiste Chríost Rí has a strong reputation and history in both track and field and cross-country athletics. Its athletes are current Munster Junior athletics champions. O' Sullivan attended the famous Cork school between 1974 and 1979 and is now the Director of Villanova University Track & Field, and head coach to the men's cross country and track & field programs.

Having left Ireland thirty years ago, O'Sullivan established himself as one of `Nova's all-time great distance runners during his collegiate career (198084) and since taking the helm of the program, has returned the Wildcats to prominence on the conference and national scenes.

As an athlete, O'Sullivan was a fourtime Olympian, three-time World Indoor champion in the 1500m, and previously held the world records for the indoor 1500m and the 4x1 mile relay. His professional career, which spanned 15 years, includes medals at the Goodwill Games, the European Championships, the World Championships and the U.S. Championships. He has the distinction of being one of three men to run more than one hundred sub four-minute miles.

He graduated from Villanova in 1984 with a degree in Accounting and went on to earn his MBA from Villanova in 1989. After passing the CPA exam, he served as a part-time faculty member of the Villanova marketing department from 1992-93. On September 18, 2004, O'Sullivan joined 22 other men's track & field legends on the Wall of Fame. `Nova honored him with a plaque in the shape of a winged track shoe, bearing his name, that is permanently displayed on the wall of the Pavilion next to the scoreboard in the west end of the stadium. O'Sullivan's wife, the former Mary Spinks, earned a nursing degree from Villanova in 1986. The couple has two children: Laura (17) and Christopher (14).

The crowd at Grangevale Park on Sunday afternoon were treated to an epic encounter which ended with the Vale bowing out of this years AOH Cup in the cruellest fashion with Park Utd going trough 9-8 on penalties.

Gary Ahern kept goal and the back four was made up of Damo O’Callaghan, Dave O’Sullivan, Keith Troy and Barry Twomey.

Malik Elmusbahi, John Harris, Colin McKeon and Colin McSweeney held the midfield berths with Danny Meade and Philip Holland up front.

Park took the lead on 17 mins after the referee pointed to the spot following Dave O’Sullivan’s challenge on the Park striker. Gary Ahern guessed correctly but couldn’t keep the ball out. The Vale got back on level terms on 29 mins when Danny Meade finished Malik Elmusbahi’s superb cross to the net and within 6 mins the Vale were ahead courtesy of a cheeky lob by Philip Holland who has hit a rich vein of form since his move from midfield to a striking role.

The game ebbed and flowed with both teams showing great commitment and 5 mins before the break, Park Utd equalised despite protestations from the Vale’s supporters who were convinced that the striker was in an offside position when the final pass was made.

The second half saw the Vale play the more controlled football and with Damien O’ Callaghan beginning to come more and more into the game, they looked the more likely to score. However, it was Park who took the lead following a corner kick which was deflected past Ahern to the net. Colin McKeon and Holland both saw headers come back off the woodwork and it began to look as the equaliser would never come until O’Callaghan popped up to make it 3-3 with a fabulous strike from 20 yards out. This sent the game into extra time, which failed to produce another goal for either side and so it went to a penalty shoot out where Park prevailed after each side took 10 spot kicks each.

Next week the Vale entertain Pearse Celtic in an FAI Cup 3rd round tie. Hopefully the weather will continue to improve and this tie will go ahead at the 4th time of asking!

Tramore Athletic FC Munster Senior League 1st Division Fermoy 1 Tramore Athletic 2 Tramore Athletic Senior team maintained their position at the top of the 1st Division table this week following a well deserved victory away to Fermoy on Sunday morning.

Tramore Athletic took the confidence of their lofty league position into the match and took the game to the home side from the opening whistle. Tramore were soon rewarded for their exceptional high tempo passing football with goals from Jason Meehan and Shane O'Shea.

Fermoy's resolute defence meant that Tramore could never get the rewards on the scoreboard that their good play deserved but they ran out well deserved winners by the final whistle by two goals to one. Dave Dorney, Eric Ryan and

Stephen Dorney were all outstanding on the day for Tramore.

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Avondale Utd. Kick Start the Share Appeal.

Lord Mayor Cllr.Dara Murphy hosted the Annual Avondale Utd. cheque presentation to the Share Christmas Appeal Fund at City Hall on Thursday last. This practice started in 1991 and thanks mainly to the efforts of Club PRO, Noel Long, it has been maintained over those 18 years. The Share Executive members change every year but the ideal remains the same. The monies raised still go to providing accommodation for Cork’s elderly and deserving citizens.

Darragh O’Drisceoil from Rochestown,a pupil at Presentation Brothers College,is this years Chairman and he was accompanied by Executive Member,Mary Kate Portley from Model Farm Rd.,who attends Mount Mercy College.

Darragh thanked Avondale for their generosity saying that he was aware that sporting clubs were finding it difficult to fund their own programmes,so it was indeed praiseworthy that Avondale were prepared to continue with the tradition built up over the last eighteen years.

The Lord Mayor praised the gesture of Avondale and all the sporting clubs who did so much voluntary work in their Communities.

He said he was truly amazed at the generosity of the people of Cork who, in spite of difficult

Douglas GAA Douglas Players Star for Críost Rí Hurlers: Congratulations to Douglas players Paul Fitzgerald and Ian Lucey who played starring roles in Coláiste Chríost Rí’s victory over Charleville CBS in the under 16 ½ Dr. Kinnane Cup Hurling Final. Both players got on the score sheet in the 3-13 to 1-14 win.

financial circumstances,were prepared to come to the assistance of the less well off.

“Some 1,800 schoolboys and girls will take to the streets of Cork over the Christmas to collect for Share and this showed that the young people had a great generosity of spirit and a willingness to help those in our society who need a helping hand” he said.

Noel Long,PRO,thanked the Lord Mayor for his support saying that all the holders of the office had embraced the charity over the years and had rowed in behind the club’s efforts on behalf of the charity, which the people of Cork had taken to their hearts. Avondale were also represented by Chris Herlihy,Vice Chairman, John Turner,Manager of the Junior side and Brendan O’Connell,who won a Junior International Cap recently.

Development Meeting: On Wednesday 16th December an information night relating to the proposed Castlelands development will take place in the pavilion hall.

Start time is scheduled for 7.30pm.

All are welcome to attend.

Wednesday 15th December 2009

Douglas G.A.A. Launch Club Shop Vouchers: John Barry and Brendan Black have joined forces to solve the problems of anyone seeking a suitable Christmas present for supporters of G.A.A. in Douglas. This is because they recently launched a new voucher for the club shop which sells all Douglas G.A.A. merchandise. This is an ideal Christmas present and vouchers are now available at the shop or by contacting John Barry on (085) 1741021.

St. Stephen’s Day Puc Fada: Paddy Barry and Willie Coveney are currently organising the St. Stephen’s Day Puca Fada. The start time is 10am and cost is €10 per participant and includes refreshments and prizes. Simply add your name to the list in the club bar or alternatively just forward an e-mail to HYPERLINK "mailto:douglasgaa@mail.ie" douglasgaa@mail.ie Entry is open to underage players, adult players and over the hill players and members from all sections of the club are encouraged to participate.

Participants will be allocated a team on St. Stephen’s morning.

St. Stephen’s Night Adult Disco: For one night only, the best of 70’s and 80’s music will be brought back to life at the St. Stephen’s night adult disco at the Douglas G.A.A. pavilion. A great night of music starts at 9.30pm and not to be missed by anyone with fond memories of the era.

Organisation of the night is being led by Barry O’Donoghue and Kevin Dempsey. Following a very successful year, hopefully some of the trophies won during 2009 by the various sections of the club will be on display. Tickets are priced at 10 euro each, are selling like hot cakes and are available at the club bar or by contacting Kevin Dempsey on (086) 3923272 or Barry O’Donoghue on (087) 2674065.

Club Bar: Douglas G.A.A. extends an invitation to you to join us in celebrating the festive season. There is plenty of live music and other entertainment in the club bar during Christmas. The Publiners kick off the festive season Friday 18th December in the club bar while Lannigan’s Ball provides the music on Wednesday 23rd December. For more news visit www. douglasgaa.com

• Barry O’Donoghue, Eugene Mulrooney, Caolan Mulrooney and Eddie Murphy celebrate Douglas’ under 16 premier county football championship success

Douglas Pitch & Putt Once again we had a very healthy turnout for our competitions over the weekend, despite the unfavourable conditions the scoring was very close, with only fractions deciding the result on both days.

Results, Saturday: Gross, Shane Hill, Colm Power, Liam O Brien, Nett: Colin o Sullivan, Stephen Jermyn, Rory O Neill Sunday Fourball: Nett, 39 ½ Patrick Noonan & Joe O Sullivan Gross: 6 under, Michael Dennehy & David Hackett.

Last Sunday was the last of our christmas turkey fourballs, next Sunday we hold our annual bottle competition, again as a fourball.

The hole in one competition is still tied with two members on two each, if a tie remains after Saturday next, a playoff will take place prior to the fourball on Sunday.

Fixtures : Saturday Threeball scramble 2.30pm, followed by the presentation of prizes for the Christmas fayre competitions.

Sunday Annual Christmas bottle Competition,10.30am, followed by presentation of prizes for turkey competitions.

The committee would like to wish all members, friends, supporters and sponsors a very happy and peaceful Christmas.

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College Corinthians AFC Under 14 National Cup Leeds 1 Corinthian Boys 0 Last year’s semi finalists Corinthian Boys bowed out of this seasons National Cup after a disappointing defeat against Leeds. It was a very tight contest with chances few and far between. However as the game entered the final ten minutes Leeds pounced for the only goal and hard as Corinthians tried subsequently they could not force the equaliser.

Despite the defeat Corinthian’s have still much to play for this season and hopefully the squad will now turn their attention to the race for the Premier League title which they currently lead.

Corinthian Boys A 0 Strand Utd. 1 Strand United confirmed their position as table toppers with a deserved win against a committed and hard working Corinthian Boys.

Right from the start Strand were on the front foot and had the Boys under pressure. Great tackling by Sean Fenny,Chris Murray and a storming display by John Barry kept Strand at bay before the vital breakthrough came after twenty minutes with a well taken goal which gave stand in keeper, Sean Keating, no chance.

The Boys gave it their all in the second half.

Alex Hurley and Cian O Shea came close to creating a goal but Strand were strong in all departments and were worth the three points.

The game was played in great conditions on a superb pitch and the contest was a credit to two sporting teams

Winter Street Leagues – Underage Section.

The weekend saw the start of this year’s Winter Street Leagues at under Seven and Under Eight age levels. As usual there was some great action with some fine individual and team performances with everyone involved having a great time.

In the Under Seven League ACT Brumboes were the star team and they had super performers in Mark Redmond, Kevin Moran and Ethan O’ Mahony. Springfield Isotopes were also very impressive with Daniel Meade, Diarmuid Desmond and Daniel Squires to the fore.

In the Under Eight League Dallas Cowboys were the form team winning both games, Alexander Harly, Sean Browne, Joseph Lombard and Eoin Kenny were in fine form for the Cowboys, the Harlem Glosetrotters also picked up full points and in the game of the day came from 3-1 down to defeat the Mighty Ducks 4-3, Conor Murphy, Luke O’ Brien, Sean Dunlea and Daniel Harte were excellent for the Globetrotters while Adam Idah, James Gillespie and Robbie Shalloe did well for the Mighty Ducks.

Soccer coaching, training and Street Leagues take place every Saturday and Sunday in Corinthians, the sessions are open to schoolboys and girls between the ages of five and ten. Schoolboys are coached in the

NATIONAL EVENT HIRE NEPTUNE CLAIM UCD SCALP UCD-Marian played host to National Event Hire Neptune at Belfield and the first quarter proved to be a very even affair, finishing 23 -22 for the visitors.

The second quarter was a different matter as NEH Neptune’s American, Jawann James, took control of the boards at both ends of the floor, and as the students turned the ball over number of times, the pace of Ian McLoughlin and Michael McGinn punished them for all their mistakes For example, going into last minute of the quarter, Neptune led by ten and yet they managed three more baskets in that final minute to lead 53 – 36 at the break, with almost half of their scores coming from Jawan James.

Juwann James has proved to many that he may be the one of the best imports playing in the league this season, some have compared him to Terry Strictland of 25 years ago with his power, strength and scoring ability, but the one thing no score sheet will show you is the hard work and effort that he continues to show in defence, from steals, block shots and rebounds Juwann has it all it seems.

There were some very notable performances from NEH Neptune with Cocaptain Kevin Reddy coming off the bench with 8 points and the starting forward Mark Mitchell chipping in with 8 points also. The game saw the debut of 7ft3 Ameriacn Jason Bennett for NEH Neptune, Jason who has arrived as a back up to Juwann, will have a couple of weeks now to settle in and get use to his team before playing Killester on the 28th December in Neptune Stadium.

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basic skills of the game with the emphasis very much on fun and enjoyment. Training times are as follows Saturday Under 6 (2003 & 2004) 12.30 pm - 1.45 pm Under 7 (2002) 12.30 pm -1.45 pm Under 8 (2001) 4.30 pm – 5.45 pm Under 9 (2000) 2.00pm – 3.30pm Sunday Under 10 (1999) 10.00 am – 11.30 am For further information about the Club why not log onto the Club Website at www. collegecorinthians.com or contact underage coordinator Terry O’ Donovan at 087 4181881.

Christmas Break Under age training & Street Leagues will finish up next weekend and will resume again after the Christmas break on the weekend of Saturday January 2nd. On behalf of the Club I would like to wish al our players, coaches, parents and supporters a very enjoyable Christmas and a happy new year.

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Pat Price, NEH Neptune coach said, "As a coach I couldn’t be happier for this group of players who continue to show remarkable attitude and everything is down to their efforts" Marian steadied the ship in the third quarter but the second quarter damage proved impossible to repair and the final score was 88 – 74 to Neptune. It was a good defensive and offensive performance by Neptune with strong individual defence coupled with an effective press but the performance of the match was 48 points plus 25 rebounds from Juwan James.

National Event Hire Neptune seem to have turned the corner from the opening three games of the season and with the majority of their away games now under their belt, NEH Neptune will now go into their busy Christmas period with a lot of confidence. They play Killester on the 28th Dec and DCU Saints on the 1st Jan which also marks the 25th Anniversary of Neptune Stadium with an All -Star game planned for 2pm between a Neptune Selection and a team of the 80's from Cork and Dublin.

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Girls U12A League: Fr Mathews 29 – 22 Brunell Our U12A girls continued their good form in this league with a hard fought victory over their closest rivals Brunell in Douglas Community School last Saturday. It looked like the result was going to be a relatively easy win for Mathews as they led from the start and took a commanding half time lead of 21 – 3 which was aided by some wonderful scores from Aoife Gibbons but Brunell put up a very strong comeback in the second half resulting in a very exciting last quarter. Despite Brunell’s comeback Mathews demonstrated great character to hold on and with Heather Lynch and Aisling O’Driscoll winning some superb rebounds they ran out deserved winners in the end to maintain their challenge for the league title.

Boys U11A League: Carraig na bhFear 33 – 41 Fr Mathews

Our young boys travelled to Whitechurch to take on a very strong Carraig side on their home court and came away with a super victory.

This was a great all round performance by Mathews and their free flowing basketball made for a very entertaining match. Trailing at the half 17 – 22 they showed great character to stage a great comeback in front of a large home crowd. Players such as Colm Barrett and Derek Emelifeonwy were unstoppable in the second half as they drove to their opponents basket time after time to notch up vital points. Young players such as Max Walsh, Gavin Burke and Scott O’Sullivan also played superbly and their defence was a key pert in Mathews comeback in the last two periods. Both sides put on a great show of skillfull basketball and the 41 points scored by Matehws was the highest they have scored this season. A magnificent result for Kieran Daly’s young team.

point guard as he set up basket after basket with some sublime passes to his team mates and finished the first half with a beautiful long range jump shot himself to send Mathews in at the break leading 28 – 6 in front. Others to impress for Mathews were Devin O’Sullivan and Colm Murphy who pulled down some great rebounds and Gary Pineada who is proving unstoppable at this level. Along with Evan Coughlan, Coach O’Keeffe has an abundance of talented guards with players such as Conor & Rory Casey, Com Barrett and Tadgh O’Mahony providing great depth in the panel. Special mention goes to Kevin Ryan who was playing his first game back after an early season injury. He showed that he is a great talent and will be a great addition to the side with an very good all round performance on his comeback.

Boys U11A League: Ballincollig 20 – 25 Fr Mathews

This was another good win for our U11 side as they travelled to Ballincollig on Sunday and came away with the points. A strong overall performance saw Mathews lead from the start with Max Walsh and Colm Barrett scoring some excellent baskets. Excellent defence from Ronan Daly and Alexander Harley combined with the some great scores from Bryce Solis and Liam McCarthy saw Mathews take a 16 – 11 lead into the final quarter. Coach Daly gave equal court time to all his panel and players such as Cathal Molloy, Laszlo Tatai, Arron O’Leary and Kevin Tujner played some excellent basketball and tough defence to ensure Mathews ran out winners in the end.

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SPECIAL OFFERS AVAILABLE Serving Crosshaven, Carrigaline, SERVING CROSSHAVEN, CARRIGALINE & DOUGLAS Douglas & Southside of the City RING FOR BEST PRICE Proprietors: Noel & Deirdre Condon

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44 - Thur 17 Dec '09

Tel: 086 8640234 or 021-4832206

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Advertising South Link Tel: 021 454 3976

BRIGID’s CLEANING SERVICES

YoGa Great for Health Great for mind Great for body

SPRING CLEANING & OFFICE CLEANING CONTACT BRIGID

Dani Sheil

(086) 8122847

Mob: 087 7747727 Tel: 021 49676805/6*

The Yoga Stop, Morris House, Douglas. www.theyogastop.net

FOR SALE

Aluminium & PVC

JEDWARD

Free Delivery Cork Area

C2 Registered 30 years of experience No call out charge Handles, hinges, Fogged up glass, Patio Wheels, Locks

Contact

Tshirts

0877495976 0863111325

Pat O’Leary

€9.95*

Mobile: 087 291 9417 4/6*

ATTIC STAIR SOLUTIONS

Supplied & Fitted

€345 Attic Floors Installed

Contact Steve at: (021)4384704 or 087 6383118 1/8*

Carpenters Available

If you are looking for work done before Christmas, or if you have been effected by flood damage!

Call Mark: 085 242 6854 for great price and over the phone quote 3/6

contact Marie on 085 787 9924

Contact

Boo Teeshirts on

087 9191345 5/6

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all scrap Used Cars & Vans Removed Free of Charge Contact Michael 086 8899191 021 451 6589

DOUGLAS TOOL HIRE Mini-Diggers 3/4 - 3 Tonne, Rock Breakers & Beavers, Mini Dumpers, Plate Compactors.

WEEKEND SPECIAL! 2 DAYS HIRE FOR THE PRICE OF 1

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All Gutters Repaired & Replaced All Roofs Repaired & Replaced All New Torch-On Felt also Attics Insulated

Doors, Floors, Roofs, Kitchens etc.

Skirting, Architrace etc.

for great advertising rates

*while stocks last

PERSONALISED HOODIES, TSHIRTS, ETC

Free Local Delivery

087 259 2329

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ROOFING & GUTTERS

Carpentry Service

Douglas Post

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FIREWOOD

Window & Door Repairs

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED CONTACT ROY

Tel: 086 3985184 6/8

unDerstairs BatHrooms instaLLeD

086 875 7998 021 437 3902 RECI, AECI, C2 Fully Insured

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Cara limousines BISHOPSTOWN

Telephone Finbarr

085 7739395 5/6

www.caralimousines.com info@caralimousines.com

087 2500223 - 021 4345564 Thur 17 Dec '09 - 45

South Link Advertising

D.L. Solutions

Reliable Painter

Floor Restoration and Fitting Service • • • • •

New Repair and Restore Service Brings your old floor back to life Guaranteed Sanding and Varnishing an average Fully Qualified Irish Tradesman room from €180 Lowest prices Full floor fitting and interior & exterior maintenance service also available guaranteed Special Offer - 20% Off all quotes Call Dave when mentioning The Douglas Post

086 163 7068

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Private Home Tutor

Available for Primary & Secondary Tuition / Grinds Preparation for Secondary School Entrants & Scholarship Exam Bookings Now Available All Levels - All Subjects Catering to Junior & Leaving Cert

Contact 087 4166617 / 021 454 6280 Patrick O’Connor BA H. Dip. in Ed.

No Job too big or too small

Own Home Consultation

25% Discount on all blinds Douglas Tel: 087 2859156 Mallow Tel: 022 22837

Rathmacullig West, Farmer’s Cross Ballygarvan, Co. Cork (phone) 021 4322854 (fax) 021 4322855 (email) airportdental@hotmail.com

Phone 086 3200002

Cinema Competition

OIL BOILER SERVICES Walter O’Driscoll All Makes Serviced Repaired or Replaced

To Win Tickets to the Cinema Send your Name, Address & Telephone

Covering City & County

number to:~

(021) 4292803

Douglas Post, 14 Morris House, Douglas.

(086) 2757014 2/6*

Douglas Post rates 9924

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DOWLING ELECTRICAL SHOWERS

Mobile: 086 256 3322 Tel/Fax: 021 487 4175 Email: robbie@corkpat.com Web: www.corkpat.com Cork Portable Appliance Testing

SALES, INSTALLATION & REPAIR

Tony

contact on 087 4108655 46 - Thur 17 Dec '09

By the Expert • Sales • Repairs • Upgrades • Installations • Internet • Security Acer, HP & Toshiba Laptops & PCs Epson, HP & Canon Printers & Scanners

Kinsale Rd Cork

uro E Introductions Today is the First day of the rest of your life Romance

TEL (021) 4963469 Mobile: 087 2584097

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for great advertising rates

ACTIVE COMPUTER REPAIR HAVE YOUR COMPUTER CHECKED LOCALLY

CONTACT NEIL PERSONAL SERVICE Mobile: 087 757 0674 Email: activecomputerrepair@eircom.net 1/6*

Marie

contact on 085 787

Douglas Post

or email frontdesk@douglaspost.ie

for great advertising audreyoriordan@hotmail.com

electrician Robbie Ormond

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CELTIC Curtains & Blinds

Airport Medical & Dental Practice

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Friends

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Everyone meets locally

021 4315180 087 2902320

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skip Hire Instant Waste Disposal Mini, Medium & Large BAG COLLECTION *PEL & DIGGER & JCB HIRE AVAILABLE SAME DAY SERVICE

• • • • •

VAT: IE 9F 4627904D Skip Operation No: S.O.L-005-06 Permit No: C.K.WMC91-01

Tel: PJ 021 4362014 / 087 2535970

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Bar Stock Control Food Stock Control Valuation Service Confidentiality Assured Swift Service

Mobile: 087 3281365 Email: carl@carltoalstocktaking.ie

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Seasons Greetings & A Happy New Year to all our customers Treasure Your from Health

O’ Sullivans

Wilton Shopping Centre

PHARMACIES

Tel./ Fax 021 4341800

Mon - Wed & Sat 9am - 6pm, Thur & Fri 9am - 9pm, Sun 2pm -

A Leading Cork Pharmacy Group

South Douglas Road Tel./ Fax 021 4891383

Christmas & New Years Opening Hours

Mon -Sat 9am - 9pm Sun 10.30am - 1pm

Ballinlough

Grange

Douglas

Wilton

Bishopstown

Ballinlough Road

Mon

Dec

21st

9am - 6pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

Tue

Dec

22nd

9am - 6pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

021 4292316 / Fax. 021 491 9amTel. - 9pm

Wed

Dec

23rd

9am - 6pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

Thu

Dec

24th

9am - 4pm

8.30am - 4.30pm

9am - 4pm

9am - 5pm

9am - 4pm

Fri

Dec

25th

CLOSED

CLOSED

CLOSED

CLOSED

SuperValu, Grange, Doug CLOSED

Sat

Dec

26th

CLOSED

CLOSED

10.30am - 1pm

CLOSED

CLOSED

Sun

Dec

27th

CLOSED

11am - 1.15pm

10.30am - 1pm

2pm - 6pm

CLOSED Sat 9am - 6pm / Sun 11am - 1.15

Mon

Dec

28th

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

Tue

Dec

29th

9am - 6pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 9pm

Wed

Dec

30th

9am - 6pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 9pm

9am - 6pm

9amTel. - 9pm 021 4343344 / Fax. 021 434

Thu

Dec

31st

9am - 5.30pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 5.30pm

Fri

Jan

1st

CLOSED

11am - 1.15pm

10.30-1

CLOSED

CLOSED

Sat

Jan

2nd

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

9am - 6pm

Sun

Jan

3rd

CLOSED

11am - 1.15pm

10.30am - 1pm

2pm - 6pm

CLOSED

Mon - Sat 9am - 6pm

Tel. 021 4897522 / Fax. 021 436 Mon - Fri 9am - 9pm

Bishopstown

9am - 5pm Mon - Fri 9am - 9pm

Sat 9am - 6pm

COSMETIC COUNTERS: Vichy • La Roche Posay (all branches)

MEDICINES, COSMETICS, HEALTH FOODS & PHOTOGRAPHIC SERVICES Medicines, Cosmetics, Health Foods & Photographic Services

Lancome • Christian Dio RoC • Elizabeth Arden (Wilton only)

Clarins

(Wilton and Douglas only)

www.osullivanspharmacy

OPENING

HOURS

We e k a s y a D 7 Open 11.30pm 12.30pm -

Tel: Fax: Email: Web:

14 Parnell Place, Cork.

021 427 4779 021 427 4789 021 427 4773 info@pandamama.ie www.pandamama.ie