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Willow Park Fun Night I know bonfire night is well and truly over for this year but Mary O’Leary who is chairperson of the Willow Park Residents Fun Night contacted me about their alternative bonfire night and the fun everyone had. The residents didn’t want a repeat of the fracas that was the previous years bonfire so with the help of City Council, Community Gardaí and Douglas Community Association, the ball started to roll for this years Fun Night. Games were organised by Eddie O’Donovan and his team, sports equipment was supplied by Tramore Athletics Der O’Callaghan who also surprised everyone with hot food while bouncy castles and face painting were the order of the evening for the kids. Mary would like to thank all those involved, for their support and for making this event a huge success.
• Eamon O’Cuiv TD, Minister for Social Protection pictured at the formal handover ceremony from the government to Cork county council of Spike Island, in Cobh. Pic Daragh Mc Sweeney/Provision
National Crisis The country has been in crisis for the last few years as the Celtic Tiger disappeared into the sunset and instead of all political parties coming together to come up with a viable plan to move our economy forward, all of these politicians, whose large salaries we pay, continue to pull in opposite directions. Last week, the biggest debate in Irish politics was whether the Dáil summer recess should be reduced from 12 to 10 weeks. The handling of the banking scandals alone has made us the laughing stock of Europe with ‘Ordinary Joe Soap’ having to pay through the nose for this continuous and disgraceful political mismanagement of our country. Political rivalry and point scoring should and must be put aside while a cross party task force government should be formed to get this wonderful country out of this crisis and only then, once the economy is back on an even keel and our citizens no longer have to face hardship and financial sacrifice, should there be political divide and competition. The ‘Beautiful Game’ The ‘Beautiful Game’ has become probably the most boring soap opera, acted out by the biggest and overpaid drama queens on the planet. From domestic football to the world cup, it’s no longer about football but all about money and cheating. Cork City’s demise earlier this year is a prime example with players, who aren’t worth it, earning thousands of euro every week while games attract attendances of hundreds or at most a couple of thousand fans. The other extreme was seen over the past month in the so called ultimate football competition, the World Cup – Spain without doubt were the best team in the competition and deserved winners while Holland should hang their heads in shame for the tactics they adopted for all they did was turn most people like myself, off football and to honest I don’t think I would even bother watching the next World Cup. I can remember watching football on television when games were flowing and hard tackles were shrugged off while players got on with the game and the passion on the pitch was purely football. Today it’s all about cheating, about how to beat the referee by diving or handling the ball or seriously injuring an opponent and getting away with it while earning millions to act out this boring scenario. I’m sick of watching the ‘Beautiful Game’ being spoiled by these overpaid drama queens – now let me see, Corrie or Eastenders this evening?
• At The East Village for Olly Murs last weekend were Clodagh and Claire. Pic:George Thompson
Sympathies My sincerest sympathies go to the Quinn, Hurley and Harris families at this time. Best of luck to Cork in the Munster Hurling Final replay this Saturday. Slán George Thompson Editor
• The Young at Heart group from Douglas pictured at The Islander’s Rest on Sherkin Island during their outing to the island last week. Pic:George Thompson
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• Aisling Rowan from Turners Cross and Caoimhe Neff from Blackpool celebrating her 7th birthday pictured at the concert of Westlife at Live at the Marquee Cork last week. Pic: Miki Barlok
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10 THINGS TO ENTERTAIN YOU IN NORTHERN IRELAND Stuck for something to do? If so, the Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB) has put together a list of exciting things to do in Northern Ireland during July 19 – Aug 1. For more details on these and other events, click on www. discovernorthernireland.com/events, Callsave 1850 230 230 or visit Northern Ireland Tourist Board’s Information Office at Suffolk Street, Dublin 2. Lady of the Lake Festival, Irvinestown, Co. Fermanagh, until July 25. A popular festival that includes drama, children’s entertainment, fancy dress and a fishing contest. Fiddler’s Green 24th International Festival, Rostrevor, Co. Down, until July 25. The best in Irish and international music, arts and culture. With up to 200 events, the festival caters for music fans, families and anyone looking to enjoy the scenery and friendly atmosphere. Lough Erne Golf Challenge, Lough Erne Resort, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh ,July 21. In a unique, one-day event Northern Ireland, represented by Lough Erne Resort’s Touring Professional, Rory McIlroy, and Dungannon’s Darren Clarke, will take on a Republic of Ireland team represented by three times Major champion Padraig Harrington and the reigning Irish Open champion Shane Lowry. Outdoor Summer Theatre – Pride and Prejudice, The Theatre at the Mill, Newtownabbey, Belfast, July 22. Picnic with family and friends in the magical surroundings of the restored linen mill and enjoy a wonderful evening of theatre under the stars. Glasgowbury Music Festival, Draperstown, Co. Derry, July 24. The 2010 festival will once again see the country's finest and most exciting acts converge upon Eagles Rock Valley outside of Draperstown for what’s billed as the most vibrant festival yet. Rathlin Island Walk and East Lighthouse Tour, Co. Antrim, July 24. A five mile walk on Rathlin Island with a tour of East Lighthouse. Birds of Prey Display, Belfast Zoo, July 24 – 25. Discover the natural skills of the zoo’s birds of prey during this special event. Meet birds such as falcons, hawks, buzzards, vultures, kestrels and barn owls. John Hewitt International Summer School, Market Place Theatre, Armagh, July 26 – 30. A five-day festival of culture and creativity featuring talks, readings, panel discussions, performances and exhibitions to celebrate the life and work of the late John Hewitt, poet and man of letters (1907-1987). Dancing Shoes – The George Best Story, Grand Opera House, Belfast, July 28 - August 14. The world premiere of a musical that tells of the turbulent and colourful life of one of the world’s greatest footballers. Traditional Games Day at Castle Coole, Co. Fermanagh, Aug 1. Enjoy an afternoon of music and traditional games such as croquet, skipping, sack races, and egg and spoon races on the front lawn. Bring a rug and a picnic.
• Clippers pictured leaving the Port of Cork City as the Clipper Round the World Fleet left their berth at the Race Village on Albert Quay, Cork City, yesterday. Pic Clare Keogh/Provision
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Well Road Update Over the last few months traffic congestion on the Well Road approaching Douglas Village has become a major problem for residents and road users alike. A number of people have raised the issue with me and I have been in regular contact with Cork City Council bringing this matter to their attention and asking them to take action. Recently I counted over 50 cars backed up from the traffic lights at the Douglas Road junction along the Well Road and past the roundabout while at the same time there was little or no traffic on the Douglas Road. Cork City Council officials have now written to me outlining what steps they are taking to address these problems and ease traffic congestion in the area. They have confirmed that the junction timing is controlled by a traffic control system linking this junction with the nearby junction in Douglas Village. They have also confirmed that since I raised the issue with them a detector fault on one of the Douglas Village approaches has been repaired and modifications to timing plans and changes to the method of control have been implemented. They have also explained that the left turn green light at the junction for vehicles on the Well Road cannot be replaced by a flashing amber arrow because this would be dangerous. They will monitor the junction following these modifications, changes and repairs The Council’s promise to undertake work to address this traffic congestion is welcome but it is important that they continue to review traffic flow at this vital local junction so that further action can be taken if the planned action does not resolve the problem.
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Ask the people of West Cork where Millstreet is, they will tell you it’s in North Cork. The people in North Cork will tell you it’s in West Cork. Some humorists will tell you it’s in East Kerry. The truth of course, Millstreet is a small country town in North-West Cork close to the Kerry border. Its origin dates back to antiquity. If you ever go there visit the graveyard !Our poem this week is, from Michael J.Roche Jnr. of Rensselaer, in upstate New York . Michael can trace his roots back to West Cork, where he likes to visit from time to time. Michael has written quite a number of poems and is currently compiling a book. The Millstreet Graveyard All stones marked to speak in time will not. I have seen the work of process, the normal course will run. The work will be done on the stone as it is done on the flesh. These now nearly speechless stones, worn almost bare of mark, leaning, bent askew, whispering of love and care, or, at least, the semblance of such feelings, these will fail, break and fall, and not by human hand. All will fall. Those placed in vanity,
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Table Quiz Niall Mellon Township Trust. Building Houses for people in need in the townships of South Africa. In aid of Building Blitz November 2010 – 1000 Irish Volunteers, 170 Houses in One week. Organised by Pat Mullane. Thursday 15th July Douglas GAA Club Table of 4 - 40 Euro Cash Prizes Douglas Junior Writers Group Douglas Junior Writers Group Puccino’s Douglas Village Shopping Centre on Fri 23rd July at 5.30pm Douglas GAA Club “You’re only a stranger once” Thurs Bar - Texas Hold 'em poker Fri - Bar – Live Music Sat . - Hall - Dancing Matches ‘Live’ on Big Screens 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 Farmers Cross Ladies Club – Flower Display Meet 2nd Thursday of every month at Frankfield House. New members welcome DOUGLAS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION News (With Helen Fox PRO)
PICNIC IN THE PARK Now that World Cup fever is over, come and enjoy a great community event on Sunday, 18th July, when the Douglas Community Association (DCA) will host a picnic in the park from 1-3 pm as part of Street Feast Ireland. This is a nationwide event that encourages people across the country to enjoy lunch with people from their local community. Organized jointly by DCA and Douglas Tidy Towns, it is hoped that activities will include: a Crazy Hat competition. a Teddy Bear’s picnic for younger children. a penalty shoot out and long puck. face painters. Belly dancers. Gospel singers. The army will provide tables and chairs – so make up your picnic basket and join in the fun. The Park is ideal for picnics and of course there is the wonderful playground for children up to 13 years. There will be some soft drinks given out for free – sponsored by Pepsi. Douglas Village Shopping Centre is giving full support. We are also getting support from Super Valu, Barrys of Douglas and others. There will also be music – so the atmosphere will be electric – let’s keep fingers crossed for good weather!
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There will be a barbeque selling burgers, organic sausages etc., and a tea and coffee area with home baking. When we first mooted the idea it was met by overwhelming support of our own members who undertook the task of contacting a wide range of organisations in Douglas. We got immediate positive responses from the Country Markets, Meals on Wheels, I.C.A., Young at Heart, Pre School, Lions, Rotary, G.A.A. and many others. The whole purpose is to build on the strength of the community in Douglas and the surrounding area, and to get to know how and where we can help neighbours and friends, and this event we hope will be the start of many which will make Douglas a strong
and cohesive community. It will be a great opportunity to meet your neighbours and make new friends. Community Welfare Facilities A Community Welfare Officer attends at the Community Centre two mornings a week, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9.30 to 11.30 a.m. Farmers’ Market held every Saturday Providing customers direct access to quality local and gourmet food, this market takes place every Saturday morning between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Anyone interested in setting up a stall, contact Jean at 4365631 or 0879302600.
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NO END IN SIGHT TO COST OF EVOTING FIASCO When in April of last year Environment Minister John Gormley told us that the ill-fated electronic voting machines were to be scrapped, I said that his announcement represented a welcome end to a fiasco that had rumbled on for far too long and had cost far too much taxpayers’ money. However, it now appears that there has been no progress made in actually getting rid of the machines, and more importantly perhaps, in extricating the taxpayer from the various contracts that have been signed with regard to storage of the machines. Some of these contracts have tied local authorities into deals for 25 years, despite the fact that the machines themselves have a life expectancy of just 20 years! According to a reply to a Parliamentary Question I raised in the Dáil last week, significant sums of money from the public purse are still being spent on the storage of these machines, and this is after €60m was spent commissioning them in the first place. It is clear that the process of getting out of these arrangements is resulting in further gouging of the taxpayer, at a time when most local authorities can’t even afford to fill pot holes in their roads. The truth however is that the writing had been on the wall for these machines ever since 2006 when the Commission on Electronic Voting said that they were unable to verify the accuracy and secrecy of the proposed system. These machines have been gathering dust at the taxpayer’s expense for the last five years, and at a time when we can ill afford any further waste of public money. The e-voting shambles has been marked by prevarication, financial imprudence and massive waste of taxpayers’ money. I had hoped that last year’s announcement by John Gormley would draw a line under the issue once and for all. Sadly that has not turned out to be the case.
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Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin Ballinlough Writers Group Due to cut–backs at the Douglas Library the next meeting of the Ballinlough Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Board Room), Douglas on Friday 16th July The Writers Group would like to thank Donal O’Sullivan for his consideration and help in this matter. The Ballinlough Writers Group meets on the 3rd Friday of every month at 5.30pm Bring ten copies of a short story or poem you have written. Where possible all entries should be typed and have the authors name and date on top. We look forward to seeing you there. Senior Citizens Outing The Annual Senior Citizens Outing was last Saturday 10th July. Forty people travelled to Limerick City, they spent some time there, and then travelled to the Crescent Shopping Centre, for a spot of
retail therapy, also for a bit of relaxation and for a welcome cup of tea. When the purchases were completed, it was back on the bus and off for Dinner at the Charleville Park Hotel on the way home. The Dinner was great and the staff were fantastic. On the way home bus driver Pat O' Donovan did a great job to make the day so enjoyable with his singing, storytelling and jokes. The committee would like to say a 'Big Thank' you to the Manager & staff of the Charleville Park Hotel, and to the jolly bus driver Pat O'Donovan
“Sing-a-Long, Dance-a-Long Tea Party” (7.30 p.m. – 9.30 p.m.) Art Competition (to be judged by Philip O’ Byrne, local artist and framer) open to all secondary school students and adults. The theme of the competition is “Ballinlough All events free of charge. Monster raffle in aid of Marymount. For further information email us on: ballinloughfestival@gmail. com
'Ballinlough Youth Clubs End of Summer Festival 2010' Saturday 28th August, 4.00 P.M. – 10.00 P.M. Ballinlough Community Park A date for your diary! Something to suit all age groups! African Drumming, Fancy Dress Competition, Bouncing Castles, Super Slide, Soccer Skills Dog Show, Face Painting, Belle of Ballinlough, & New to the Festival this year..
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Blackrock Village Renewal Scheme Following a recent question I submitted to the City Manager Joe Gavin on the renewal of Blackrock Village, I am delighted to be able to tell you that the Manager is quickly progressing plans of the Blackrock Village Renewal Scheme. In his letter to me the City Manager stated that the delay in moving the matter forward was regretted. A number of difficulties arose relating to land ownership but that these have now been resolved and the lands fronting the Ursuline Convent have been transferred from Pierce Construction to Cork City Council. The first phase of the Blackrock Village Renewal Scheme will comprise the provision of a children’s playground and small park with plaza and seating. It will be bounded by Convent Road, the main Blackrock Road and the entrance to the Ursuline School. The wall along Convent Avenue will be set back to allow for residents parking. The wall fronting the main road will be replaced with railings to improve safety and to afford a view of the new facility from the centre of the village. The old public toilets will be removed. The Part 8 process will begin immediately and, all going well, the City Council should be in a position to commence the physical development work by late Autumn. It is estimated that the overall cost will amount to €1.2m.
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GREEK DANCERS FOR CARRIGALINE Exciting, colourful, exhuberant teenage Greek Dancers are coming to Carrigaline for Damhsa Fest from 20th July to the 25th July. The 25 strong ‘Naoussa Paros’ Greek International folk dance group from the small Greek Island of Paros are making a very special effort to come and participate in this year’s Damhsa Fest 2010 (the Cork International Folk Dance Festival). They leave their homes on Monday 19th July and travel by ferry to the Greek mainland, go by train to Athens airport from where they fly to London and then on to Cork arriving on the evening of Tuesday 20th. The dancers will stay with host families in Carrigaline and perform at a number of venues including the concert in the Carrigaline Court
Hotel on Wednesday night 21st July, 8.00pm where a special raised stage and lighting is being hired in for the occasion, tickets €10 available at the door. On Thursday night they will be at the Irish Night in the GAA. On Saturday night, 24th July they will perform at the Everyman Palace Theatre: tickets at €20 with concessions for students unwaged and OAPs and can be got at the Everyman or booked on line www.everymanpalace.com Other groups on the programme in the Everyman are ‘Astour’ from Rennes in Brittany, ‘Die Spelewei’ from Flanders in Belgium, The Filipino Irish Community, The Cork Irish Dance Company/ Kiely Walsh Dance Academy and the hosting group the Owenabue Valley Traditional Group.
• Some members of the Naoussa Paros Greek Folk Dance Group who will come to Carrigaline for Damhsa Fest and will stay with host families there
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• American visitors Jeanne and Elizabeth from New York with Pat Keane, Skehard Road, at Kinsale Arts Week
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Minister for Education approves site for Carrigaline’s Gaelcholáiste (all Irish Secondary School) Carrigaline is moving towards having an all-Irish secondary school (Gaelcholáiste) within a few years. The great news was received last weekend by the Gaelcholáiste’s steering committee from local TD Michael McGrath. Mr McGrath received a letter confirming the announcement from Mary Coughlan, Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Science. Ms Coughlan has approved the purchase of a 21 acre site, which will accommodate a new Gaelcholáiste, a new primary school (possibly the relocating of the existing Gaelscoil) and a school for children with special needs. The Gaelcholáiste will be located in Ballinrea, Carrigaline. The VEC has agreed to patron the Gaelcholáiste and has huge plans to develop state of the art facilities which will accommodate up to 700 students. If the existing gaelscoil decides to relocate, it will be the biggest Irish campus of its kind, with an all-Irish primary and secondary school along with a school for children with special needs on the one site. PRO of the steering committee Adrian Breathnach is delighted with the news, “We are absolutely thrilled with this announcement. The committee has been working very hard for the last two years to make this a reality, Carrigaline has one of the biggest gaelscoils in the country, it only makes sense that there should be a secondary school through the medium of Irish. The steering committee’s chairperson, Noel O’Regan, also welcomed the news and stated “the support from the parents from Carrigaline to Cobh, Douglas and Belgooly has been fantastic to date and with their continued backing we will aim to have the best Gaelcholáiste in the country for our pupils.” According to Mr. O’Regan, “over 460 pupils have already applied in writing to enrol their children in the new school. This is a very clear sign that the parents and children of Carrigaline and surrounding primary schools want to be educated through the Irish language. Applications are welcome from parents of children attending both Irish and English speaking primary schools. Children coming from English speaking primary schools will be given extra help at the beginning of the school year if they require it. We will do our best to ensure our Gaelcholáiste will be open to all children in the area finishing their primary education.” On behalf of the steering committee Mr O’Regan thanked all those involved in the project to date including Batt O’Keeffe, TD (during his term as Minister for Education), Barry Cogan, former TD and Barra O’Briain, Chairman of Cork VEC. National and international research has indicated that children educated through two or more languages have better mental agility, communication skills, cultural awareness and are much more adept at picking up other languages in later years. Anyone interested in the development of the school will find further details on our website www.gaelcholaistecarrigaline.net
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Hay fever Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms such as a runny nose, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. But unlike a cold, hay fever isn't caused by a virus. Hay fever is caused by an allergic response to outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites or pet dander. Hay fever is common — it affects more than 1 in 5 people. Some people have symptoms year-round. For others, hay fever symptoms get worse at certain times of the year, usually in the spring, summer. Hay fever can make you miserable and affect your performance at work or school, and interfere with leisure activities. But you don't have to put up with annoying symptoms. Learning how to avoid triggers and finding the right treatment can make a big difference. Symptoms Hay fever symptoms usually start immediately after you're exposed to a specific allergy-causing
substance (allergen) and can include: Runny nose and nasal congestion, Watery or itchy eyes, Sneezing, Cough, Itchy nose, roof of mouth or throat, Sinus pressure and facial pain, Swollen, blue-colored skin under the eyes (allergic shiners), Decreased sense of smell or taste. Your hay fever symptoms may start or worsen at a particular time of year, triggered by tree pollen, grasses or weeds, which all bloom at different times. If you're sensitive to indoor allergens, such as dust mites, cockroaches, mold or pet dander, you may have year-round symptoms. Many people have allergy symptoms all year long, but their symptoms get worse during certain times of the year. Causes During a process called sensitization, your immune system mistakenly identifies a harmless airborne substance as something harmful. Your immune system then starts producing antibodies to this harmless substance. The next time you come in contact with the substance, these
antibodies recognize it and signal your immune system to release chemicals such as histamine into your bloodstream. These immune system chemicals cause a reaction that leads to the irritating signs and symptoms of hay fever. Treatments and drugs The best hay fever treatment is to avoid the substances that cause your reaction. However, this isn't always possible, and you may need additional treatments along with strategies to prevent exposure. If your hay fever isn't too severe, over-the-counter medications may be enough to ease your symptoms. For more bothersome
symptoms, you may need to take prescription medications. Medications for hay fever include: Nasal corticosteroids, Antihistamines, Decongestants, Cromolyn sodium, Leukotriene modifier, Nasal ipratropium and Oral corticosteroids. Lifestyle and home remedies It's not possible to completely avoid allergens, but you can reduce your symptoms by taking some steps to limit your exposure to them. It helps to know exactly what you're allergic to so that you can take steps to avoid your specific triggers. If you would like more information call Garvan at Lynch’s pharmacy on 4366923.
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Jam at Hanley’s Jam Café has its roots in Kenmare with branches in Killarney and Tralee and now, Denis Mulchrone has brought Jam to Cork as part of the Hanley’s experience. Open from 9am to 5.30pm (12noon to 5.30 Sundays) it is the first Jam Café in Cork and located at Hanley’s Garden & Home Centre just off the Kinsale Road roundabout. Light, fresh and relaxing, Jam Café overlooks Hanley’s Garden Centre, rich in colour and adding to the atmosphere as you ponder the sumptuous menu of fresh cream cakes to have with your morning coffee or the array of quiches, wraps and sausage rolls for your lunch meeting while the aroma from the daily specials of stew, casserole and fish pie tempts the palate. Famous for its freshly baked cream cakes, Jam Café offers a full take out service from its comprehensive menu so whether it’s coffee and éclairs for the office or shepherds pie for the family lunch, Jam can cater for all your culinary needs. Hanley’s revamped and redesigned Centre offers a one stop solution to all Home and Garden needs with plenty of parking, making shopping an experience- the Hanley’s experience.
• Erica and Ciara pictured at The East Village for Olly Murs last weekend. Pic:George Thompson
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The Westend Roundabout in Ballincollig is now but a memory as diggers and workmen moved in on Friday morning, July 9th 2010, to remove the final vestiges of the roundabout which was built as a remedial measure to alleviate traffic congestion at the western suburb of Ballincollig over fifteen years ago. This single road proved to be totally inadequate to the requirements of the area, and hampered rather than complimented the flow of traffic on the main Cork to Killarney road. Since the roundabout was opened, it has complimented the flow of traffic eastwards and westwards through the village of Ballincollig, and has made the entrance to and exit from the Innishmore Estate far more convenient and easy. In terms of traffic flow management, it has been a great success, but now it is gone in favour of the new traffic light system of the Green Route presently under construction. This new road system with its traffic lights not only mitigated the closure of the roundabout, but for it to succeed it will also involve the closure of the slip road from the roundabout into Innishmore. One step forward in progressive road building according to residents and motorists who frequently use this slip road is two steps backwards in terms of local democracy. The removal of the roundabout and slip road have been items of contention over the past number of years between various representative local bodies and organisations who 18 - Thur 15 July '10
had advocated the keeping of the present roundabout and slip road in place. They maintained that the present system as outlined in the plans for the Green Route, will not only hamper the flow of traffic to and from the village of Ballincollig, and westward to the Inniscarra Bridge, but will cause endless tailbacks and backed up traffic at Innishmore, particularly during the school terms. Work progresses apace to have everything in place for the beginning of September when the school rush will recommence and the traffic flow in this part of Ballincollig will multiply inordinately.
• july 9th 2010: - The removal of the last vestiges of the West end Roundabout in Ballincollig to make way for the implementation of the final phase of the Green Route through Ballincollig. Photograph: Pressphoto-Ireland
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Crosshaven Diary July July 10th -16th Cork Week August August 13th – 15th Crosshaven Music Weekend September Sept 19th - Crosshaven Triathlon "The Key to Happiness" by Bramachari Shubamrita in the Metropole Hotel next Monday, July 19th at 19.30. Br. Shubamrita Chaitanya grew up in Mumbai where he met Amma for the first time. After graduating in biochemistry, he came to live in Amritapuri (Amma's Ashram in South India) in 1989. For many years, Br. Shubamrita was the editor of Matruvani, the ashram’s monthly periodical. In 1996, he was initiated by Amma as a brahmachari (a part of the monastic tradition) and since then has been engaged in the social, educational and spiritual activities of Amma’s worldwide mission.
He regularly gives lectures and seminars on stress management and meditation throughout Europe, Russia, Africa, India and the Middle East. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience as one of Amma’s closest disciples and personal translators, Br. Shubamrita shares his understanding of the Eastern spiritual traditions in practical and easily understandable terms. Br. Shubamrita’s talks are applicable to all fields of life: nurturing personal growth through spiritual understanding and practices, illustrating effective management techniques for both professional and personal life, empowering youth to become responsible leaders and fostering dialogue between religious traditions. FAMILY ADDICTION SUPPORT GROUP
Help is available. Tuesday mornings 10.00 – 12.00noon MAHON FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE Phone Margaret 021-4358866 Radio camp at UCC for teenagers - Cork Campus Radio 98.3FM This summer we are running a radio camp. A limited number of places are offered to students aged 15 + to take part in this week long fun event in the studios of Cork Campus Radio 98.3FM. The students will have the
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As usual we try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing in your garden. Not everything in this article may apply to your garden but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.
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Trim Clematis Montana if large and overgrown. Pinch out the growing tips of basket and container plants to encourage them to produce bushy even growth and lots of flowers. Encourage chrysanthemum shoots to branch out and carry more blooms by pinching out shoot tips. Sow Biennials, such as foxgloves, sweet williams, Canterbury bells and forget-me-nots, as soon as fresh seed is available. Use a forceful jet from a garden hose to knock aphids off lilies and other garden plants. Spray roses to protect them against problems with mildew, blackspot or rust.
Any unwanted shoots should be cut off plums and apricots to maintain the fan shape. With figs, prune out the tips of any unwanted side shoots after the fifth leaf, or remove them completely. Woody stemmed herbs such as sage and thyme produce lots of fresh healthy new shoots at this time of year that will quickly root if taken as cuttings. Harvest beetroot and other crops while they are still young and tender. Early potatoes will be ready to harvest soon. Check one plant first to assess the crop size. Leave them to develop further if the potatoes are too small and water the rows every week.
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Enjoy the fruits of your labours by picking rhubarb, strawberries, raspberries, currants, cherries and gooseberries. Remember to net fruit bushes to keep birds away, but it is important to check the netting daily to ensure that no birds have become trapped. Plant out pot-grown sweet corn. Place the plants in blocks, not rows, spacing them out about 45cm (18in) apart each way.
Lawns & Hedges Mow it at least once a week, twice if possible, and finish by cutting the edges neatly. Feed lawns, if this hasn't been done already, and treat any weeds and moss. The clippings can usually be mixed into the compost heap, but remember to discard them for the first few mowings after applying weedkillers.
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In General Some trees and shrubs have a habit of producing unwanted shoots from their base, or from the stems of those trained as standards. These can regularly be seen growing around rowan trees, sumach and older fruit trees. Cut them cleanly away with secateurs to prevent them sapping strength from the plant. Cut out plain green shoots growing on variegated shrubs to prevent them spoiling the appearance of your shrubs.
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Increase in number of new vehicles registered According to the latest CSO figures, there was an increase of 54.4% in new vehicles registered last month compared to June 2009. 9,565 new vehicles were registered in June 2010, compared with 6,195 in the same month of last year. The number of used (imported) vehicles registered in June 2010 decreased by 14.2% in the same period, down from 6,178 to 5,301 last month. The total number of all vehicles registered in June 2010 increased by 20.1%, up to 14,866 from 12,373 in the same month in 2009. The most environmentally friendly category saw an increase In June 2010 of 76.1% with 8,437 new Category A Passenger vehicles registered. Of the 8,437 new Category A vehicles registered in June 2010, 3,952 vehicles (46.9%) were priced at under €20,000, whereas 1% were over €60,000. There were 3,480 used (imported) Category A vehicles registered in June 2010. Of these, 367 vehicles (10.5%) were imported from the North and 2,012 vehicles (57.8%) were imported from Britain. Other figures released today by the CSO showed there were 8,314 new private cars licensed in June 2010, compared with 4,833 in June 2009, an increase of 72%. In June 2010, the total number of all vehicles licensed was 15,660 compared with 13,387 in the corresponding month last year, an increase of 17%.
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Ballycotton lifeboat inter-pub karaoke competition The karaoke competition in aid of Ballycotton lifeboat moved to Whitegate last weekend when The Long Point Bar held their heat on 9 July. Several customers suggested to organisers that staff member Laura Franks should sing a song but the shy bar worker was quite happy to support the other singers. However, her friends had other ideas! Laura was surprised when her name was called out. Her rendition of “Summer of 69” proved a winner. Kevin O’Neill sang a unique version of Unchained Melody to all the women present and was invited to perform it again during the interval at the Grand Final. At the end of a very enjoyable evening the contestants for the Long Point
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Road Traffic Bill welcome but long overdue Pressing issues of lack of speed cameras, reduction in Garda overtime and rural transport strategy require discussion Speaking on the Second Stage of the Road Traffic Bill 2009 in the Seanad, Fine Gael Senator Jerry Buttimer said the Bill must be a testimony to the people who have lost their lives on our roads and, that while welcome, the Bill is long overdue. “The truth is we should have arrived at this point a long time ago. The Bill should be law by now and we should be pressing ahead addressing the lack of speed cameras on our roads, the reduction in Garda overtime and the diminution of services in local communities which is making rural living unsustainable. “The reduction in the blood alcohol limit is to be welcomed and I would not be disappointed if we went further and reduced it to zero. However, in this context of this debate it is vital that, in the interest of fairness, we tackle the issue of rural isolation and the problems posed to local communities. With little or no vision coming from Government and with minimal funding secured for a rural transport strategy, it is difficult to be optimistic about the future for remote communities. We must continue to press for solutions to this problem. “As a society we have failed in many ways to build sustainable communities. A number of years ago President McAleese spoke about the need to have a debate on the use of alcohol in society. It is incumbent on us, as elected representatives, to ensure we have that debate and to address the alcohol crises that exist in Ireland. “Many vested interest groups have lobbied hard on this Bill, including the vintners associations, people living in rural areas, the families of victims of road traffic accidents and the media. It is beholden on all of us to enact this legislation as a matter of urgency so that we can set about tackling the crucial issues that are the cause of loss of life on our roads.”
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• Eamon O’Cuiv TD, Minister for Social Protection; Sgt Mick Kelly (who was at the handover to the Irish state in 1938) and Cork county mayor, Cllr Jim Daly pictured yesterday on Spike Island, Cork at the formal handover ceremony from the government to Cork county council. Pic Daragh Mc Sweeney/Provision
Bar were announced as Laura Franks and Pat O’Sullivan. The competition moves to Wallis’ Bar, Midleton, next Friday, 16 July. This is the second and last visit to Midleton before the Grand Final. Seamus is very keen that his pub will be well represented in Garryvoe Hotel on 30 July and was making his preparations for their heat a week in advance. The following night, Saturday, 17 July, the competition visits Ballycotton again at The Schooner Bar. Brid and Mike are lining up their singers and hope to throw down the gauntlet to the other businesses participating in the competition. With only a few weeks to go there will be one last visit to Whitegate when the heat at the Schooner Bar takes place on Saturday 24 July. On Sunday 25 July it will be back to the Inn by the Harbour, Ballycotton with the final heat of the competition taking place at the Blackbird, Ballycotton, on Thursday 29 July. With a prize fund of €1,500 singers who have not yet succeeded in qualifying for the final are reminded that their opportunities are getting fewer. Supporters of Ballycotton lifeboat and contestants already qualified are looking forward to the bank holiday weekend and Garryvoe Hotel on the Friday night in particular.
• Dinny Carroll, Michael White and Aidan Dwyer enjoying the sun during the Young at Heart outing to Sherkin Island last week. Pic:George Thompson
Senator Jerry Buttimer Constituency Office 4 A Glasheen Road, Cork. CLINIC TIMES:
Monday: Ballyphehane Community Centre 6pm - 6.30pm Friday: Mahon Community Centre 12.30 pm - 1pm Friday: Togher Community Centre 6pm - 6.30pm
Tel: 021 484 0652 Mobile: 086 235 6892 Email: jerry.buttimer@oir.ie
Young @ Heart by Phil Goodman
The C.P.R campaign “Tips without the hips” is to be welcomed, it gives us a wakeup call on how we would respond if we come across an adult who has collapsed and may be in cardiac arrest, whether it is a loved one or a stranger in a public place. The campaign aims to inform people that you don’t have to do mouth to mouth resuscitation to save a life, knowing the basics of C.P.R can make the difference between life and death until the emergency services arrive. Last year we had a very informative talk given by Mary, who is trained in C.P.R. Mary showed us the basics that we all need to know, and we will have another talk and lesson on C.P.R in August. “Remember” survival rates following a sudden Cardiac arrest are directly related to how quickly C.P.R is commenced. The trip to Sherkin Island was enjoyed by all, the weather was lovely. It is such a beautiful rugged place. Thanks to George Thompson who once again took some pictures of the group on the Island, George is planning a nice surprise with the photos later on in the year, “ no he won’t tell me what it is” George is a top class Photographer so we must be patient. I am now taking names for computer classes for beginners which will once again start in early September in both Douglas Library and Douglas Community School with the log on and learn, where transition year students teach our older people, as so many have enjoyed these classes “our silver surfers” we call them,
we will continue as long as there is demand, these classes fill up fast get your name to me as soon as possible call me on 4363867. I can’t believe we are planning the Autumn Programme of events. The summer months go so quickly, “Reminder also to the Knitters” I expect to see you return with “lots” of garments etc, which we will also display in Douglas Village Shopping Centre incorporating positive aging week in October. “I can hear Marie O Brien saying do you hear her and she can’t knit”. I know Marie but I know you won’t let me down, anyone who would like to display their knitting are welcome to do so. If you know of couples in Douglas celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary this year give me a call as Douglas Village Shopping Centre would like to celebrate your golden Year with you, give your name to Kathleen at the information desk in the centre. Our sincere condolences to the Mc Ginn families on the loss of a beloved, husband, Daddy, Son and Brother. Also the Harris family on the loss of their much loved Brother, Gerard. May they Rest in Peace.
Up coming events Every Monday Walking group Community Park 11am Sunday 18th July -Picnic in the Park - Douglas Community Park 1-3Tuesday 20th July - Trip to Dungarvan Mount Melleray
Thought for Today “Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass on a summer day listening to the murmur of water or watching the clouds float across the sky, is hardly a waste of time." - John Lubbock
“Cherish your yesterdays Dream your tomorrows. But be Young at Heart And live your to-days” ‘Bye for now, Phil
The Miracle Prayer
Dear Heart of Jesus,in the past I have asked for many favours This time I ask for a 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 3 days promise publication and prayer And favour will be granted no matter how impossible Never known to fail thanksgiving for wonderful favour Received - MG
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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 DoL
The Miracle Prayer
Dear Heart of Jesus,in the past I have asked for many favours This time I ask for a 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 3 days promise publication and prayer And favour will be granted no matter how impossible Never known to fail thanksgiving for wonderful favour Received - L
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• Brothers Martin and Graham Coleman, Whitegate at the 10th annual Whitegate Walk in aid of Enable Ireland Cork services. Pic Darragh Kane
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Cork City Council’s Science Camp: If outdoor events or sports are not what your children enjoy during the holidays, how about a fun filled science camp. Cork City Council’s Lifetime Lab is home to Anyone4science for science camps this summer, providing hands-on science and engineering activities for primary school aged children. Over July the camps will provide fun, hands on activities for science campers that will include botany, investigating plastics and recycling, experimenting with levers and pulleys and an introduction to food science. As well as camps aimed at 7 to 12 year olds this year will see the addition of a special 5-8 year old camp for budding little scientists. The camp dates are 12-15 July, 19-22 July, 26-29 July. Lifetime Lab is located in the old Cork City Waterworks buildings on the Lee Road. The site now contains a Visitor Centre with interactive environmental exhibits, a steam centre with the original boilers and huge steam engines, a schools centre, a coffee dock, a picnic area and a children’s playground and is fully wheelchair accessible. For further information, please contact the Lifetime Lab at: or view the website www.lifetimelab.ie or www.anyone4science.com or 0214941500. DouglasPostAd:Layout 1 18/08/2009 12:00 Page 1
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Pastis Lamb Shank 2 tablespoons coriander seeds 2 tablespoons fennel seeds 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 4 large lamb shanks 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large white onion, cut into dice 10 garlic cloves, peeled 3 celery sticks, cut in dice 2 carrots, peeled, cut in dice 4 fresh Tomatoes 2 Fresh Fennels bulbs 3 cups white wine 4 cups water 4 cups Demi glace 6 whole cloves 2 whole star anise 2 bay leaves 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper Preparation Mix the coriander, fennel, and peppercorns in heavy small skillet. Toast on medium-high heat until aromatic and slightly darker, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder; process until finely ground. Rub each shank with 1 rounded teaspoon spice blend. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in heavy large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add shanks to pot. Cook until brown on all sides, about 20 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to same pot. Add onion and other ingredients; sauté over medium heat until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add remaining spice blend and stir for 1 minute. Add white wine and simmer until liquid is reduced to 2/3 cup, about 15 minutes. Add water and Demi glace; boil until liquid is reduced to 3 1/2 cups, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 180 celsius. Return shanks to pot. Add cloves, star anise, bay leaves, and crushed red pepper. Cover pot with foil, then lid. Place pot in oven and braise lamb until tender, about 2 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Uncover and cool slightly. Place in refrigerator until cool, then cover and keep refrigerated. Rewarm in 180 celsius oven for 20 minutes before serving.) Place 1 lamb shank on each of 4 plates. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon sauce and vegetables over lamb and serve Slow Braised Lamb Shank with Fennel and Star Anise
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CORK SPORTS CLUBS DOUGLAS INVITED TO SEEK 2010 GAA TEXACO SPORTSTARS Senior Hurling: Last Thursday night in Rathcormac BURSARIES Douglas defeated Bride Rovers Sports clubs throughout Cork city and county have been invited to apply for the twenty Texaco Sportstars Bursaries that will be presented to clubs throughout the Republic of Ireland this year, details of which have been announced. Launched in 2007 as part of celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the Texaco Sportstars Awards, the scheme is open to all clubs, irrespective of sporting discipline. Previous Cork winners were Kilmacsimon Swimming & Rowing Club (2007), Iona Women's Superleague Basketball Club, Cork City and West Muskerry Athletic Club, Macroom (both winners in 2008) and Church of Ireland Hockey Club, Rochestown and Courceys Athletic Club, Ballinspittle, both of whom won in 2009. A fund in excess of EUR100,000 has been set aside for the scheme from which EUR5,000 each will go to twenty successful clubs in the Republic with Stg£3,500 each going to the five clubs in Northern Ireland. In framing their application, clubs must demonstrate why they deserve a bursary and how they would spend the award if successful. Winners will be decided by an independent panel of sports experts. Commenting, Enda Riney, Country Chairman, Chevron (Ireland) Limited said ‘since it was launched, the scheme has helped foster local sporting talent and fund club developments of all kinds in a manner that has benefitted communities across Ireland’. To apply, clubs must complete an official application form currently available on-line at www.texaco.ie/bursary and through all Texaco service stations. Information is also being mailed to clubs across the country. Closing date for entries is Sunday, 29th August next. Winners will be presented with their awards at a function to be held in Dublin on Thursday, 30th September.
in the senior hurling league on a scoreline of 1-20 to 3-08. At the break Douglas trailed by 1-09 to 3-05 despite a great goal from Mark Harrington. However, with Thomas Noonan excelling at midfield and Stephen Moylan and Harrington also prominent Douglas struck a string of second half points while restricting the Bride Rover’s attack. With four minutes remaining Bride Rovers were awarded a twenty one metre free and Barry Johnson opted to go for a goal. The shot was blocked and cleared to Barry Fitzgerald who set up James Moylan for a brilliant point. Moments later Noonan set up Mark Collins for another point. Douglas eventually won by six points. Community Games Success: Eddie Murphy is working his magic again. This time it’s with
the community games under 10 football team. The Douglas lads travelled to Limerick to represent Cork in the under 10 Community Games Munster Championship. The Douglas lads beat Waterford before overcoming Tipperary representatives Roscrea in the Munster final. Lotto Winner: Congratulations to Ms. Delia Geary, a recent popular winner of the Douglas G.A.A. lotto. The cheque was presented by Barry O’Donoghue and John Reidy of the under-age committee on Tuesday evening. The club lotto has been a great source of revenue for the underage section of the club for many years and all club members are encouraged to continue supporting the lotto. Club Bar: Thank you for continuing to support the Douglas G.A.A. Club bar and sponsors. Fixtures: Thursday 15th July Junior “B” Hurling Championship Douglas v. Glen Rovers (7.30pm in Douglas)
Douglas Junior Tennis Open 2010 Well done to everybody who took part in our 2010 Junior Open. We had over 130 entries to the under age singles and doubles competitions. Entrants came from as far a field from France to Killarney. This was the first Junior Open held in Douglas for a few years, so it is great to have it back on the Junior calendar. The Open was flawlessly run by the team of: Mark Cunningham, Oliver Barriscale, Adrian Cofts, Mary Fenton and Gill O’Donovan. Singles Winners: Under10 Boys: Ronan O’Callaghan Under12 Boys: Sean O’Callaghan Under12 Girls: Ailis McCarthy Under14 Boys: Alex Colemen Under14 Girls: Cathy O’Neill Under16 Boys: Arytom Nabokon Under16 Girls: Andrea Higgins Under18 Boys: James Reidy Reminder: Our 2010 Tennis Camps run from 16th-20th Aug and 23rd27th Aug. For more information contact Mark Cunningham 087-9852247 28 - Thur 15 July '10
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G.A.A. FOCUS Snippets from the Local and National Scene By Pat Harrington Kerry Bias? – Never! Listening to a radio programme last week I heard former Kerry footballer Ambrose O’Donovan being interviewed by Michael Lyster. It brought back an abiding memory I have of O’Donovan when in a Munster minor football final he scored a great goal to draw the game right at the death. However, this interview wasn’t about The prowess of the interviewee or his great last minute goal; rather it predictably swung to Paul Galvin and Ambrose claimed that Galvin was (once again) the victim of circumstances which supported the previously expressed views of his fellow county men Páidí O’Sé and Mike Sheehy. He stated that Paul was accosted three times after coming on in Killarney. I cannot recall such incidents but I do admit that in Páirc Uí Chaoimh a couple of players did go for him. It would help if former Kerry players and indeed the Kerry media were more balanced in their remarks. In last years all-Ireland final Tadhg Kennelly behaved scandalously and he didn’t just leave it at that but boasted about it, telling anyone who cared to listen that his attack on Nicholas Murphy was pre-planned. Darragh O’Shea also for years misbehaved. No, I am not another bitching Corkman but one gets the impression that Kerry G.A.A. formulate the rules to suit themselves. Dear reader, believe me, I have Kerry blood in my veins but I am a true Rebel. The Qualifiers In the qualifiers the Tipperary vs. Wexford game was very pedestrian. Apart from the opening 15 minutes Wexford were abysmal. I take no pleasure in knocking the Slaneysiders but sadly this was akin to a practice match for the Premier County. The Tipp wing back, Young was very impressive, scoring good points. Lar Corbett and Noel McGrath had their moments. The gap between the top counties and the second tier is visibly widening and regrettably Wexford have now become part of the latter group. Tipperary looked sharp but it would be difficult to judge them against such weak opposition. Leinster Final The opening half of this game was a very poor affair. Yes, Galway contained Kilkenny against the wind but were very wasteful in their distribution, the Cats picking up a lot of loose ball. At the interval the R.T.E. pundits were of the opinion that Galway were in with a great chance. After the break Kilkenny mopped up every ball in the half back line and at midfield. They proceeded to give the westerners a lesson in the finer points of the game. Galway needed Joe Canning to come to the fore but he was
well marshaled. They lacked leaders up front and Ger Farragher struggled at midfield. They seemed to be happy BARBER to do a containing job, forgetting that the game is about putting scores on the board. Kilkenny have a lot more to give; no doubt they will rattle the net on more occasions in future games. Even Douglas Village Shopping Centre when they play below their best they For appointment can still look awesome. Call Alan on 087 8373618 Dangerous Practice A new and dangerous practice has crept into our game; that of tearing at the face mask/ helmet often dislodging this essential safety wear or worse still causing serious injury. Surely this is a Health & Safety issue which needs to be immediately addressed by the appropriate authorities. Féile Na nÓg Email : douglasppui@gmail.com Congratulations to Douglas Féile footballers 021 4363042 and their management team on their
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performances throughout the Féile series. To reach the all-Ireland final they defeated the pick of Cork clubs and four teams from other counties. A major challenge for all concerned is to encourage young players to continue playing Gaelic football and hurling into adult level. There is no doubt the fallout is horrendous and our biggest task is to coax these young men to continue their participation in our national games. I’m sure we all have fond memories of our time in underage sport and one hopes there will be many more happy times throughout the sporting careers of the current crop of young players. Congratulations Congratulations to David Hanrahan who had a fine game for Cork in their Munster Minor football championship final success. Well done David. Sympathy – I would like to send my sincere sympathy to the Harris family on the death of their brother Gerard – Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal. More next week, Pat.
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Results From Sunday: Nett Ger O Connell & Mick Lynch 35 ½ Gross Liam O Brien & David Hackett 12 under par, 2nd Nett Alf Hanrahan & Patrick Noonan A very Successful Kids summercamp was held at Douglas last week where those in attendance were taught the basic skills of Pitch & Putt by PPUI coaches under the guidance of National Coach Steven Enneguess. The week finished with a competition, and each participant received a goody bag containing balls and PPUI polo shirts. Well done to all who assisted in making this initiative a success. Members involved in the Cork Strokeplay qualifiers next Saturday are advised to check the timesheet on the noticeboard for venues and start times, we hope to see many Douglas players involved in the finals on Sunday The Club Matchplay finalists are Patrick Noonan & Liam O Brien, best of luck to both in the final. Dates For your diary, Memorial Competition July 30th – August 1st Club Presentation Night & Barbeque August 1st Captains Prize August 8th Presidents Prize August 22nd Fixtures this week, Saturday Threeball Scramble 2.15pm Sunday Fourball 10.30am
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