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by George Thompson - Editor

End of Summer As the end of summer approaches I am looking forward to a few days break next week in remote west Cork, taking to the road in the direction of the Beara Peninsula, I’m looking forward to shooting some landscapes and just chilling out. Before I go I will be covering the Munster 100 Road Races in Dunmanway this weekend where an estimated 10,000 spectators are expected and hopefully the weather keeps up for the occasion.

Hope Foundation – Ladies Mini Marathon As that time of year approaches once more for the Ladies Mini Marathon I was asked by my good friends at the HOPE foundation, to highlight that 250,000 children are living on the streets of Calcutta and The HOPE Foundation is funding projects in healthcare, education, shelter and child protection to help children and their families to break the cycle of poverty. You can make a difference… Take part in the Evening Echo Women's Mini Marathon in aid of The HOPE Foundation on Sunday 26th September & change the lives of street & slum children. Contact Madeleine on 021-4292990 or HYPERLINK "mailto:madeleine@hopefoundation.ie" madeleine@hopefoundation.ie for a sponsorship card & t-shirt. Visit HYPERLINK "http://www. hopefoundation.ie" www.hopefoundation.ie for more information.

• Enjoying his performance at Keary’s Motorrad last Saturday is stunt rider Mattie Griffin from Galway. Ranked 5th in the world, Mattie performed three 20 minute shows on the afternoon organised by Keary’s Motorrad. Pic:George Thompson

Irish Lifeboats Need Your Help While I give to most charities (who doesn’t), I have to say that the one I am keenest to support is the RNLI and here at the Post we give coverage to their ‘shouts’, specially those of the Ballycotton crew. The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea, and needs your support to train and equip their volunteer lifeboat crews. The RNLI Annual Cork Flag Day collection takes place on Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd September in Cork city and suburbs. If you can spare an hour or two to help them collect for their volunteer lifeboat crews around the coast, please contact 021 4823414 or 087 • Kevin Sanquest is Cork Person of Month. Renaissance man of the arts and 6236322 co-founder of Ireland’s first Portrait Gallery Mr Kevin Sanquest has been Saving lives at sea for over 185 years, today it costs €1598 on average selected Person of the Month. Pictured at the award presentation l/r Manus O’Callaghan, Awards Organiser ; Kevin Sanquest Artist & Cork Person of to train one volunteer lifeboat crewmember. Please show your support the Month ; Frank Dowling, Creative Director Southern Advertising. on the collection days.

Congratulations Well done to local man and renowned artist Kevin Sanquist on his recent accolade of Cork Person of the Month. Kevin is a former colleague and this is an award well deserved. Slán George Thompson Editor

• Members of The East Village crew in 60’s mode or The Decades Festival. 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. The views expressed in the articles herein are not necessarily those of the editor or the publisher of The Douglas Post Magazine. The Douglas Post is published weekly by Douglas Post Ltd.

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.

There will be blood!! Dear Editor Must bankers, Fianna Failures, the wealthy, health bosses, others exploiting the poor, sick of all ages, mortgage payers, be put to the proverbial sword before present Government accedes to elections? We are on the brink of a people’s revolution. An Armageddon situation! You have been warned Taoiseach Cowen and your cohorts!! Neil O’Donoghue Greenhills

Does Crime Pay? Dear Editor, It seems that crime does pay. I was disgusted to learn that it cost €77,000 a year to keep a prisoner. Is it any wonder they are happy enough to stay in there, a roof over their heads and three meals a day? Now I say, what’s the world coming to? They are getting top class treatment in private clinics, while poor Joe Soap has to wait for hours in the A&E department; Mountjoy is a hotel for them, they don’t have to pay V.H.I. to cover themselves. Why not get a Doctor and Nurse in there to treat them inside . What a waste of money. May God help the Irish people – enough is enough. Thanking you, Joe Brown Blackrock.

General Elections and Bye-Elections? Dear Editor, The current Government claims to have a mandate to carry on until 2012 without facing into a General Election. In the ranks of the Government, we have

a Minister for Health who was elected by the PDs on a Progressive Democrat policy. That Party is now dissolved. We also have Senator Ivor Callelly who was appointed to the Senate by Bertie Ahern. We are now informed by Brian Cowen that he has no power to remove a Taoiseach’s nominee from the Senate. Mr. Cowen’s Government claims a mandate to introduce hard measures on the upright citizens in order to save the bankers and the other elements of Gombeen Ireland. If a General Election continues to be refused by the Taoiseach, then it is time that writ for the three Bye-Elections was moved without Government obstruction. The vacancies have arisen because Pat the Cope Gallagher was elected to the European Parliament 14 months ago and had to resign his Dail seat in the rural 3-seater of Donegal South West. George Lee resigned his seat in the 5-seater Dublin South constituency because he felt he was being ostracised by the leadership of Fine Gael. The vacancy occurred in the 4-seater Waterford Constituency when Minister Martin Cullen resigned because of chronic back injuries. Waterford is a mixed urban/rural Constituency. The combination of all three ByeElections represents a microcosm of the mix of the population across the State. If the three Bye-Elections were to be held on the same date, it would be an opportunity for all political parties to present their manifestos on economic and financial policies and would leave us with a clear indication as to the people’s choice of policy, and clearly indicate how much of a mandate Fianna Fail or any of the other parties would be in receipt of and would be a clear manifestation of the will of the people. Yours sincerely Con O’Mahony.

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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• Some of the pupils, staff and parents of Cork’s CABAS School who paid a visit to Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress, Michael and Catherine O’Connell at City Hall. Pic:George Thompson

Deirdre Clune T.D.

NO ELECTRICITY IS A NEW LOW FOR FAMILIES ALREADY STRUGGLING LAST weekend’s reports of the ESB cutting off 30 houses per day was frightening news considering that it came out at the same time as other news reports saying that 42,000 people are receiving emergency welfare payments this year already, 6,454 more than the entire figure for 2008. The latter figures show that times are even tougher for families to get by and having to manage without electricity makes it even harder. Lone parents have once again come up as one of the family groups who are applying for this emergency social welfare payments which were designed to provide a small weekly allowance to people with little or no income. This group have been consistently proven to be one of the most hard hit and more liable for poverty in recent years. Nonpayment of maintenance is a significant contributing factor, as social welfare entitlements take into account the amount of maintenance awarded to lone parent families. According to figures published on the Irish Examiner earlier this week, 4,000 of the 42,000 people receiving these emergency payments are lone parents, while a further 4,000 are people awaiting a disability benefit. 20,000 are unemployed people awaiting jobseekers benefit. Three high-risk groups for increased poverty. Cutting someone’s electricity may be necessary if someone is consistently failing to pay and won’t pay, but many people have lost jobs, their partners or spouses have also lost an income and they can’t pay. There is a big distinction and it must be highlighted and acknowledged before any drastic measure, such as cutting off the electricity, is made.

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There continues to be a great response from parents and students to the Kip McGrath Education Centre that was opened in September 2008 by James Sexton. The Centre in Bishopstown provides tuition for primary and secondary students between the ages of 6 and 14 and specialises in English, Reading, Spelling, Mathematics and Irish. Lessons take place throughout the school year with new enrolments now being taken for September. There are currently over 600 Kip McGrath Education Centres worldwide. The systems and methods used have been adapted to meet the needs of the Irish curriculum with other Centres successfully operating in Dublin, Kerry, Waterford and Northern Ireland. The Centre at Unit 2, Ardrostig, Bishopstown is owned and operated by James Sexton, a fully qualified teacher with 17 years of classroom experience. James was educated at Colaiste an Spioraid Naoimh, Bishopstown and holds a B.A. degree and Higher Diploma in Education from University College Cork. The modern and spacious Centre is conveniently located opposite the entrance to Dunnes Stores, Bishopstown Court. The Centre is equipped with modern computer facilities and provides a unique learning environment where students are taught in small groups of no more than five. A wide variety of students attend the Centre. It caters for children who are having difficulty with their schoolwork or have fallen behind as well as children who would like to be challenged further. Students are offered a free assessment and individual programmes of study are devised focusing on the specific needs of each student. They are guided through their work by experienced and fully qualified teachers. Classes run after school from Monday to Friday.

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The world of poetry seems to have no boundaries. Our poem this week was sent to us by Jason Parks who originates from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Jason has never been to Ireland but he plans to visit here soon as he has a strong affinity for Irish writing and also his grandmother is originally from Cork and she moved to Canada in the 1950’s. It’s a long ways from Canada, to the Middle –Eastern City of Doha in Qatar where Jason currently resides. He tells us that Doha, Qatar is a wonderful city in many ways but it is very different from his home town in Canada, and also it is sometimes difficult being so far away from family and friends. This poem is a lighthearted take on the life of an expat. Things We Need in Doha They need to make a remotecontrolled baby stroller as well as a monorail from here to my house in Canada and also a zip-line between the Harp bar in the basement of the Sheraton and my villa I’d make it home much more often that way we could also use moving sidewalks or sidewalks of any kind because they are few and far between in this city I would also not object to teleporters, magic carpets, or docile camels requiring no maintenance and having the capability of turning the flat desert wastes around them into lush green hills and river valleys Jason Parks Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ / Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas or you can email it direct to ronniemcginn@ eircom.net. If possible keep your poem to 20 lines. You may choose any subject you like, in any form you like as long as it’s original. We look forward to hearing from you. RonnieMcGinn

Writers Group Meetings Ballinlough Writers - John O’Sullivan (Douglas) Fri 20th August at 5.30 pm Douglas Junior Writers Group - Puccino’s Douglas Village Shopping Centre on Fri 27th August at 5.30pm Douglas Writers Group, - Friday the 10th September at 5.30 pm (enquiries 086 8839392) Ó Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street 10 - Thur 19 Aug '10

Brainteazer Last Week’s Teazer. The parish clerk of a West Cork town received a small parcel from Germany addressed to Mr. Alfred White, she checked the telephone directory but could find no one listed under that name. However, when she inquired at the local pub she was told by some of the town’s old timers that there had been an Alfred White and that after World War 2 , he had married

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Douglas Library Graphic Art Workshop Graphic Art Workshop for teenagers in Douglas Library on Friday August 20th at 11.00am. Places limited so book early. Contact the library at 0214924932. Power of Civil Society The Power of Civil Society during the Holocaust: the Bulgarian Story 1940-1944 This exhibition is now showing in Douglas Library and is well worth a visit. Douglas Writers Group Next meeting of the Douglas Writers Group will be held in on Friday the 10th Sept at 5.30 pm. The Douglas Writers Group meets on the 2nd 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. (Enquires 086 8839392) DOUGLAS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION News

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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. Douglas Tidy Towns Update The summer has been wonderful so far, with sunshine nearly every day, but the lack of water has made it difficult for the Tidy Towns members, who struggle to keep the parched containers watered to maintain the colourful parade of flowers and to keep up with watering of newly planted trees and shrubs that are establishing roots in their first season. John Fitzgerald, Chairman, the dynamic driver of the team, reports as follows: “Trees we planted on the relief road and at the slip road entrance to East Village (opposite Ulster Bank) are maturing and indeed that whole area is now looking good, as are the trees on the bank at Douglas Court. The Beech hedging and the Geranium boxes near the E.S.B. substation are also most attractive. Constituency Office 29 St. Patricks Mills, Douglas, Cork. Phone 021 436 6200 Email ciaran.lynch@oir.ie Website www.ciaranlynch.ie

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Carrigaline Road is now well decked with good young trees and the Tidy Towns Group has helped to improve this also and we have further plans for next year. Our Committee is vibrant and we have new members this year, and we are looking for more, but with the lack of Council funds there is more to do and while we know we shall overcome we must ask all Councillors to seriously provide at least the very minimum of funding to community groups such as ours. We can do so much with it, particularly, when we get support and assistance from the community of Douglas. We meet every Saturday in the Community Park at 10.30 a.m.” Our Telephone No. is 0214894955 Our e-mail Address is info@ douglastidytowns.ie Our website is www. douglastidytowns.ie 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 and District Cardiac Support Group The Douglas and District Cardiac Support Group meet on the 1st

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Road Closure-Douglas 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 Monday 23rd August 2010 to Friday 27th August 2010 inclusive; L2467 – Old Carrigaline Road from the junction at the Dry Bridge to the junction with East Douglas Street Alternative Routes: Divert along the L2469 as far as the Fingerpost Roundabout, take the first exit and continue on for Douglas/City Centre The purpose of the temporary closure is to facilitate road resurfacing. Director of Services, South Cork Area Operations, Co. Hall, Cork.

Michael McGrath T.D.

NRA EXPECTS BANDON ROAD & SARSFIELD ROAD FLYOVERS TO PROCEED Cork South Central T.D. Michael McGrath has been informed in writing by the Chief Executive of the NRA that the authority expects to have sufficient funding in 2011 to proceed with the construction of the Bandon road and Sarsfield road flyovers as planned. Deputy McGrath wrote to the NRA’s Chief Executive Mr. Fred Barry last month following media reports that the two flyovers were at risk due to funding constraints. ‘I am pleased that NRA remains committed to constructing these two flyovers on the southern ring road network. The Government has already indicated the overall capital budget for next year and the NRA is working on the basis of these figures. Mr. Barry’s reassurance regarding the project is therefore very encouraging. ‘The NRA went to tender for the construction of the two interchanges last April and will be in a position to appoint a contractor later this year once its budget for 2011 is confirmed. ‘These two interchanges will also make daily life so much easier for thousands of Cork commuters and will provide a real economic boost to the region. ‘I understand that the construction phase will take approx. 18 months to complete and I am looking forward to seeing progress on the ground over the months ahead,’ concluded Deputy McGrath.

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• Raffeen Creek Golf Club. Captain Niall Livesey and his wife Sally present the Captain’s Prize to the Winner Ann Mooney. Also included the Lady Captain Deirdre Hickey and President Martin Morgan. Photograph Hilary Herbert

ART ON A RAIL The Carrigaline Art on a Rail exhibition was so successful on Sunday July 25th that it is being repeated this Sunday 22nd August from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm. Organised by the Carrigaline Arts Network the exhibition will be located on Bothar Guidel on the Rails of the Town Park adjacent to the Children’s playground. All artists are invited to exhibit and the general public is welcome to attend, to view and to purchase if they wish. BRILLIANT NIGHT The annual fundraising night in aid of Marymount and MS Ireland (Cork) in Carrigaline GAA Pavilion last Thursday proved highly successful both financially and socially. Bridie Mulqueen who has been fundraising for Cancer Support for decades was over the moon with the success of the night. Her friends the Owenabue Valley Traditional Group excelled with a great variety of dance music for the Céilí, Set and Old Time dancing which made it a great occasion. To add to the night’s entertainment step dancers from the Kiely Walsh Academy of Dance and the Cannon Lee School put on spectacular displays. The Cannon Lee who were sporting their beautiful new costumes for the first time come from east Cork, the dance school is run by Bridie Mulqueen’s daughter Sheila and her husband Liam Gallagher. Many tourists including 45 adults who attended from UCC English College really enjoyed the traditional night and had little difficulty in picking up the Irish dancing. CÉILÍ MÓR People came from far and wide to the Carrigaline Céilí Mór on Saturday night last to dance to the exciting music of the Matt Cunningham Céilí Band. While some visiting tourists came to look, listen and enjoy the Céilí experience most were dancing on the floor all night. Major attraction for the September 11th Céilí will be the 2008 All Ireland Céilí Band Champions the 10 piece Allow Céilí Band from Freemount. Enquiries Barry Cogan 087 813 7990.

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Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin Visit of the Lord Mayor Ballinlough Youth Clubs welcomed the Lord Mayor, Cllr. Michael O’ Connell and his wife, Catherine to the Canon Horgan Youth Centre last Tuesday night. The occasion of the visit was to launch the “End of Summer Festival 2010” which will take place on Saturday 28th August from 4.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. in the Ballinlough Community Centre Park. After the conclusion of the formalities, the Lord Mayor launched the Festival. He applauded the work of the committee and acknowledged the importance of such an event, stating it would help raise community awareness and spirit, especially in these difficult times. Later both he and the Lady Mayoress enjoyed a cup of tea and an informal chat with youth club members and the festival committee. Belle of Ballinlough Friday next, 20th August will see thirteen Belles, representing various businesses from the Ballinlough and its environs take to the stage in the Silver Key at 7.30 p.m. The Belles and their Escorts will be welcomed with a champagne reception before settling down to the business of the night. Official proceedings will get underway with informal interviews giving the Belles the opportunity for their personalities and qualities to shine. The judges will be present taking notes. And not to forget the Escorts who will be asked to participate in a number of fun activities. A D.J. will provide the music, the Cool Dudes Band will take over at 10.00 p.m. and continue the craic agus ceoil. All welcome. Ballinlough Writers Group The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Board Room), Douglas on Friday 20th August 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.

Vote no. 1 • Denis Cronin, Joleen Cronin, Caroline Brugess and Paddy Quinlan practicing Carrot Tossing at the launch of the Red Head Convention in aid of the Irish Cancer Society, the event will run on the 21st of August and will include games such as Most Freckles per sq inch, Best Red Beard and Carrot Tossing to name but a few. Pic Darragh Kane

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Ladies find yourself a Dáithí and receive a free night at any Carlton To celebrate the Carlton Hotel Groups Sponsorship of the Rose of Tralee International Festival, the Carlton Hotel Group today announced that it will offer free accommodation in one of its' 10 unique Hotels throughout Ireland to anyone named Dáithí, so it is urging the ladies of Ireland to go forth and find yourself a Dáithí. Jean O'Connell, Head of Sales & Marketing of the Carlton Hotel Group explained, "The Rose of Tralee International Festival is such an iconic event in Ireland and we are very proud to be one of the major sponsors of the 2010 festival and also hosting the Dome at our newest property the Carlton Tralee," "We felt that as Dáithí O'Se is the first Kerryman to compere at the festival, we would celebrate by offering anyone called Dáithí a complimentary night's accommodation in one of our 10 hotels located throughout the country" To avail of this offer simply log onto www.carlton.ie/daithi complete the application form and post/fax a copy of your driver's licence or passport to us. Those not fortunate enough to be christened Dáithí or know one who will treat them to a nights stay shouldn't be too down heartened as they can enjoy the "Live like the Rose of Tralee" pampering package which includes accommodation for two nights, champagne & chocolates on arrival, special designed Rose Spa Treatment and one gourmet meal from €189pps. Visit www.carlton.ie for more details. Tall Tales on Cape Clear Island The Cape Clear Storytelling Festival, which takes place on Cape Clear Island - Ireland’s southernmost inhabited island, has been described as a 'festival on the edge'. Its appeal as a storytelling festival has been well established over the 16 years of it's existence, and attracts an avid audience of the serious storytelling enthusiasts, while at the same time catering for all ages and creeds. This festival, which takes place from the 3rd September – 5th September, brings visitors back to a time when the human voice was the most potent form of entertainment, and carefully woven stories around the fire would provide hours of listening pleasure. The varied and extensive programme of events are set in various parts of Cape Clear Island, using the backdrop of its stunning scenery. The story-tellers themselves are well recognised and include; Rosemary Woods, Charlotte Blake Alston, David Campbell, Pat Speight, and Suse Weisse, and have devised a programme including highlights like; Happy Christmas to all... Storyswap, The good, the bad and the story, heritage walks and Tales from the Grimm’s collection. www.discoverireland.ie/cork

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relaxation for hours of deep luxury and sublime finishing. Unsurprisingly for such a complete yet affordable service, there is available exclusively through the Devereaux Beauty Clinic access to a consultant surgeon specializing in fine line wrinkle cosmetic treatments, a service that attends to crows feet reduction as well as lip and cheek plumping by means of various techniques. As part of the Devereaux approach to ensuring good value the preliminary consultation is also free of charge. The Rystalane and Juvederm face filler brands are emphatically top of the range products. The detoxifying, relaxing and skinenhancing Devereaux Beauty Clinic may be accessed by entering Maryborough Woods from the Carrs Hill side or by turning in the opposite direction of the entrance to Maryborough House Hotel on Maryborough Hill. The Mall is located approximately three hundred yards from either approach and has the benefit of allowing for completely free parking, an important consideration if you’re spending the day at the Clinic as many clients inevitably do. Once you’ve arrived, you’ll be treated to cappuccino, latté or wine according to your preference and if you choose to visit before mid-September you’ll accordingly benefit from a 20% reduction in all treatments including the Dermalogica product range, a range that’s finding favour not just with the female gender but with men as well. At this time of year however, it’s evident that debs are planning those once-in-a-lifetime special evenings and Lindsey and her team have recognized this by creating three excellent and dedicated packages to make those nights shine beautiful and glamorous. Unusually, waxing specializations extend to include the Californian, Brazilian and Hollywood variants –few other beauty clinics do so- while the most up-to-theminute eyelash extensions are also testimony to the excellent service standards offered. Inevitably, each brand used at this most friendly and comfortable yet luxuriously exclusive of beauty clinics has been especially chosen on the basis of their being the finest, most hypo-allergenic and detoxifying agents

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Insect bites and stings Signs and symptoms of an insect bite result from the injection of venom or other substances into your skin. The venom sometimes triggers an allergic reaction. The severity of your reaction depends on your sensitivity to the insect venom or substance and whether you've been stung or bitten more than once. Most reactions to insect bites are mild, causing little more than an annoying itching or stinging sensation and mild swelling that disappear within a day or so. A delayed reaction may cause fever, hives, painful joints and swollen glands. You might experience both the immediate and the delayed reactions from the same insect bite or sting. Only a small percentage of people develop severe reactions (anaphylaxis) to insect venom. Signs and symptoms

of a severe reaction include: • Nausea • Facial swelling • Difficulty breathing • Abdominal pain • Deterioration of blood pressure and circulation (shock) Bites from bees, wasps, hornets etc. are typically the most troublesome. Bites from mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies also can cause reactions, but these are generally milder. Although rare, some insects also carry disease such as West Nile virus or Lyme disease. For mild reactions Move to a safe area to avoid more stings. Remove the stinger, especially if it's stuck in your skin. This will prevent the release of more venom. Wash area with soap and water. Apply a cold pack or cloth filled with ice to reduce pain and swelling. Apply hydrocortisone cream (0.5

percent), calamine lotion or a baking soda paste — with a ratio of 3 teaspoons (15 milliliters) baking soda to 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) water — to the bite or sting several times a day until symptoms subside. Take an antihistamine Allergic reactions may include mild nausea and intestinal cramps, diarrhea, or swelling larger than 2 inches (5 centimeters) in diameter at the site. See your doctor promptly if you experience any of these signs and symptoms. For severe reactions Severe reactions may progress rapidly. Call 999 for emergency medical assistance if the following signs or symptoms occur: • Difficulty breathing • Swelling of the lips or throat • Faintness • Dizziness • Confusion • Rapid heartbeat Take these actions immediately while waiting with an affected person for medical help: Check for medications that the

person might be carrying to treat an allergic attack, such as an auto-injector of epinephrine (for example, EpiPen). Administer the drug as directed. Have the person take an antihistamine pill if he or she is able to do so without choking. Do this after administering epinephrine. Have the person lie still on his or her back with feet higher than the head. Loosen tight clothing and cover the person with a blanket. Don't give anything to drink. Turn the person on his or her side to prevent choking if there's vomiting or bleeding from the mouth. Begin CPR if there are no signs of circulation, such as breathing, coughing or movement. If your doctor has prescribed an auto-injector of epinephrine, read the instructions before a problem develops and also have your household members read them. For more information contact Garvan at Lynch’s Pharmacy on 4366923.

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It can seem like a little consolation that the hedge-cutting season is coming to a close. As usual we try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing in your garden this week. Not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.

KITCHEN GARDEN Pot up strawberries for forcing, and stand outdoors in a shaded position. Store Japanese onions, lifted and dried earlier, in a dry frost-free place where they will keep for a few months. Sow Japanese onions in the south. Prune wall-trained peaches and nectarines after fruiting, cutting out old stems and replacing with

new. Lift main crop onions with a fork, and dry in the sun.

FLOWER GARDEN Trim Virginia creeper and similar climbers away from gutters and windows. Lift, divide and replant lilies, saving scales and tiny bulbs for potting up. Install earwig traps among dahlias - fill upturned pots with straw or crumpled newspaper, and invert on canes.

Wash down the glass in greenhouse and cold frames, inside and out. Continue potting hyacinth bulbs up to 15 September for Christmas flowering. Start making up winter hanging baskets. Remove bottom leaves of cordon tomatoes, up to the lowest trusses, to admit air and light. Repot or pot on cyclamen clearing. corms once their leaves are growing steadily. Pot on greenhouse primulas into 13cm (Sin) pots. Sow greenhouse cyclamen in soil-less compost in warmth.

IN GENERAL Make containers and wire compounds for leaves and compost, ready for autumn clearing. Watch out for Vine weevil grubs feeding voraciously on many kinds of plants, and treat with parasitic nematodes. Check brassicas regularly for caterpillars and clusters of butterfly eggs. Finnish summer pruning all fruit. Cut out the exhausted stems of loganberries and other hybrid berries, and tie in new canes. Water and mulch runner beans and the pods ripen Watch out for woolly aphids on apples and treat with methylated spirits.

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World’s Biggest Motoring Fine A speeding Swedish driver is facing the world's biggest motoring fine yet of €650 000 after being clocked at 290km/h while driving through Switzerland. The 37-year-old man's Mercedes SLS AMG was impounded along with his driving licence after soaring along at two and a half times the speed limit on a Swiss freeway. A police spokesman said: "We have no record of anybody being caught travelling faster in this country." The unnamed man was caught by a speed camera on the A12 highway between Bern and Lausanne. The police arrested him shortly afterwards when he stopped in a layby and he was released after questioning It is believed he was collecting the brand new car from a seller in Germany. Benoit Dumas, a police officer in the area where the 6.3-litre SLS was impounded, said: "He needed more than half a kilometre of road to stop." The driver had previously escaped being caught by numerous speed cameras on his journey simply because he was going too fast and the instruments were incapable of clocking any speed beyond 200km/h. It was a new generation of radar camera that finally caught him zooming along at nearly 300km/h. He told police: "I think the speedo on the car, which is new, is faulty." He is unlikely to go to prison but is expected to be hit with the landmark fine because of the way speeding fines are administered in Switzerland When his case is judged by a magistrate the fine will be based on his income and the "extraordinary speed" at which he was travelling. He is threatened with the highest possible penalty of 300 days of fines at 3600 Swiss francs a day which comes out to close to € 650 000. In Switzerland and Germany it is common for fines to be levied in such a way. In Switzerland the fine is always dependant on a person's income - and clearly the suspect in this speeding affair is very rich indeed. The car will now undergo a technical inspection to see if his tale of a faulty speedometer holds up.

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Fáilte Ireland Visitor Information Point The Cobh and Harbour Chamber is delighted to announce that following an inspection by Fáilte Ireland the Cobh Tourist Information Office based in the Sirius Arts Centre is now an approved Fáilte Ireland Visitor Information Point. The office passed the inspection with "flying colours" and that was in no small part due to the professionalism and efficiency of the staff. The Tourist Information Office is run by the Cobh and Harbour Chamber with the support of FAS and is open seven days a week twelve months of the year. Officiating at the re-branding of the office Mayor of Cobh, Cllr. Finbarr O’Driscoll, stated "This official recognition helps Cobh, our native town, to be put more prominently on the map, gives it an increased sense of identity and thus raises people’s awareness of all that Cobh has to offer. Hearty congratulations to all those who were instrumental in making this happen". Michael Martin President of the Cobh and Harbour Chamber expressed his delight at the achievement of the Cobh Tourist Information Office. "Cobh Tourist Information Office has been operating for many years and has always offered the visitor efficient and professional service and it is

fitting that this is now recognised by Fáilte Ireland. I would like to congratulate Kathleen Geary and her wonderful staff on a job well done".

Cork Harbour Open Day 2010 ‘Call for Events’ Cork Harbour Open Day will take place on Saturday 4th September 2010. Aimed at embracing what Cork Harbour has to offer, the Cork Harbour Open Day seeks to raise awareness of the different activities available for people in the harbour both on and off the water. Cork Harbour is the second largest natural harbour in the world, next to Sydney Harbour, offering beautiful locations for enjoying the outdoors, dramatic coastlines, and excellent leisure facilities. It is home to some very talented artists, sportsmen and women, and people who are passionate about the history, heritage and cultural value of Cork Harbour. To get involved in Cork Harbour Open Day or to organise an event on the day, please visit www. corkharbour.ie or contact Sara Dymond at harbourevents@ corkharbour.ie or 021-4625375. The idea for a Harbour Open Day emerged from discussions between various stakeholders involved in the development and implementation of the Integrated Strategy for the Harbour. A group

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comprising representatives from UCC, City and County Councils and the Port of Cork set about working together to engage users of the Harbour and to organise the Open Day. What: Cork Harbour Open Day When: Saturday 4th September 2009 Where: Various locations around Cork Harbour Info: www.corkharbour.ie

Tallow Diary This year, the last week of August will have plenty of Festivities to enjoy for both locals and visitors. Monday 23rd AugustIn conjuction with Heritage week, Tallow Heritage Committee are hosting a night in the Bride View, Tallowbridge. Guest speakers on the night are local Historians Frank Mills and Niall O'Brien, who will give a talk on the history of Bride & Blackwater together with some enchanting stories of the area.Doors open at 7.30 and all are welcome. Wednesday August 25th Starting from the Bride View, take a walk down the old quay road and up to Currareigh, meeting

up in the Bride View for a nights entertainment with traditional music. The walk starts at 7.30 and all are welcome Thursday 26th AugustTallow Camogie club are hosting a fashion show at the Community Centre at 8.15, tickets are €10.00, with a raffle and prize for best dressed lady Friday 27th August Tallow soccer club are hosting a kiddies disco & fancy dress parade at the soccer field, starting at 6.45 pm sponsored by Tallow Credit Union. Hair braiding, face painting, ladies soccer march and a penalty shoot out are just some of the activities planned. Tickets are €5.00 each or €10.00 for a family Saturday 28th August Farmers Market in the grounds of St.Patricks Hall, from 10am-2pm, it is open to all local traders, stalls are €10.00 and anyone who would like to take part contact Angela O'Hara-086 8036427 or Micheal O'Keffee 086 8462300 Sunday 29th August Afternoon Tea dance at the Community Centre from 2.30pm5.30 pm, music by Frankie, refreshments provided

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Douglas Library Heritage Week Tuesday 24th August @ 11.00am there will be a workshop with an introduction to the online census and a practical demonstration using library computers. The duration is one hour and places are limited to 12 people so early booking is advisable. There is no fee. Contact Douglas Library 021-4924932. Tuesday 24th August @ 3.00pm a free story-based dance class in the library for children 3-5 on Donna's Dance Studio run Angelina Ballerina Dance Academy and dance teacher Amanda Duke will visit with stories, simple movements and colouring pages. Watch how stories can come alive with music and movement Admission is free and open to all 3.-5 year olds. Friday 27 August @ 11.30a.m. Aln Giltinan, Blackrock Castle Observatory will give a talk entitled Research meets Outreach: why Blackrock Castle is a unique facility for education. All welcome. Admission free

Fund Raiser for New Park Monkstown Inn. Sunday 22nd august for Fund Raiser for park, 3pm face painting and stilt clown

walker in park, Music at 4pm outdoors and BBQ.So come along bring the kids and enjoy the craic and lets get the park fund rising. See plans for new park on display. Mass in Remembrance The Holy Cross Parish Assembly are organising a Mass in Remembrance which will be celebrated in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Blackrock on Wednesday 25th August at 7.15 pm Celebrant: Rev. Fr. Michael Kelleher P.P. Holy Cross Church, Mahon. Family members, friends and neighbours of all those buried in St. Michael’s Cemetery are invited to attend. Extra Parking in St. Michael's GAA grounds. In the event of bad weather Mass will be celebrated in Holy Cross Church. The Bard of Armagh Festival For the latest information about The Bard of Armagh Festival of Humorous Verse, prizes, how to enter, previous winners, recordings and how to get tickets for the finals on Friday 19 November visit the new website www.bardofarmagh.com.

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• Jenny and Daniel O’Connell from Ballymacoda with aunty Lisa Crookes from Dublin as the Tour De Munster makes its way up Patrick Hill to the finish at The Silversprings Moran Hotel pictures Gerard McCarthy

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National Heritage Week National Heritage Week, is coordinated by the Heritage Council and runs from 21st – 29th August. Cllr Kieran McCarthy invites the general public to the following projects he is running for this important week. Sunday, 22 August, 2pm, “Heritage Treasure Hunt”, A family and fun activity; start point: outside Cork City Library, Grand Parade, Cork, Duration: 1 ¼ hours Monday, 23 August, 7pm; “Knights, Quarries and Suburban Growth: A historical walking tour through Ballinlough and environs”, start point: Ballinlough Pitch and Putt car park, opp. Pairc Ui Rinn, Cork, duration: 1 ½ hours Tuesday, 24 August, 11am; lecture entitled ‘The southern suburbs: a history of Ballyphehane and Turners Cross”, Tory Top Library, Ballyphehane, duration: 1 hour Tuesday, 24 August, 7.30pm; lecture entitled: “Tales of Theatre and the Arts in Cork’s History”; Civic Trust House, Pope’s Quay, Cork, duration: 1 hour Friday 25 August, 9-5pm, Kieran’s Lee Valley photographic exhibition for Water Heritage Day at the Lifetime Lab, Lee Road Cork (www. lifetimelab.ie) Saturday, 29 August, 1.30pm; History and Legacy: A historical walking tour through Cork City Hall, start point: City Hall, Anglesea Street entrance, required booking in advance with heritage office, Cork City DouglasPostAd:Layout 1 118/08/2009 12:00 Page 1 Hall, 021 4924018, duration: hour

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Gaeilgeoirí Cois Laoi Gaeilgeoirí Cois Laoi are organising a few noteworthy events during Heritage Week, starting with a 'Léacht Poiblí ' (Public lecture) on famous writer, Frank O'Connor. This will take place at Clarion Hotel, Lapps Quay,Corcaigh on Monday Aug. 23rd at 8pm, special guest and renowned speaker will be Jim Mc Keon- well known writer,historian,playwright. Fáilte roimh gach éinne ar an oiche. Fr. O'Flynn (or 'Flynny') will be the subject of a get-together at a Northside venue later in the week and we look forward to a very interesting lecture from Patrick Gunn, historian, who has researched and studied extensively the Life and Times of Fr. J.C O'Flynn,whose life-long cherished task was to live and work among the poor and needy especially throughout the City's northside. We are looking forward with deep interest to both informative lectures on two of the greatest of Cork's own 'sons' and beloved characters,who trod the Northside highways and byways under the timely chimes of their beloved Shandon. Gach eolas breise ó Eilis Uí Bhriain 087/1235203

Harney and the HSE must not be allowed to starve Mallow of vital resources Speaking following the publication of the terms of reference for the HIQA inquiry into Mallow General Hospital,

local Senator, Paul Bradford, said if there are areas of concern within the Hospital, it is incumbent on the Minister for Health and the HSE to provide sufficient resources to ensure the hospital can continue to deliver a high quality service to the patients it treats. “If there are issues of concern with Mallow General, let us hear about them and let us deal with them through additional and sufficient invest. “Failed Government policy has presided over the downgrading of hospitals the length and breadth of the country resulting in a reduction of services for local communities. This must not be the case where Mallow is concerned. “For any hospital to meet the needs of the people it serves, it is crucial that adequate resources are delivered to ensure it can continue to grow and develop. Mallow serves a far-reaching catchment area, which extends not just the people of north Cork but large parts of Limerick, Kerry and the entire province. Any attempt to downgrade the Hospital would heap unmanageable pressure on other hospitals in the HSE South area and spell disaster for healthcare provision in the region. “Every hospital needs to be properly resourced, and Mallow is no different. Instead of ensuring this investment, however, Mary Harney and her HSE have been steadily starving Mallow of funding and resources. “On a per capita basis, Mallow General has delivered exceptional value for money for the taxpayer and since the first attempts to close the facility down more than 40 years ago, hundreds of thousands of patients have been successfully treated there.

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Monday: Ballyphehane Community Centre 6pm - 6.30pm Friday: Mahon Community Centre 12.30 pm - 1pm Friday: Togher Community Centre 6pm - 6.30pm

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• Tenth Tour de Munster is toughest yet! 120 amateur cyclists set off from Cork City Hall with cycling legend Sean Kelly for a 600 km charity cycle in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland, Munster Branches yesterday. Pictured at the start of the cycle are Maggie, Fiona and Ciara Buckley from Macroom. Pic: Miki Barlok “It is no secret that Mallow has never been top of the priority list where the HSE, the Minister and the Government are concerned. They cannot, however, be allowed to continue to starve it of resources as it will not be to anyone’s advantage to have the facility downgraded in any way. “It is of critical importance that any shortfalls in Mallow General are identified without delay and that resources are made available to put the situation right so that Mallow can continue to do what it does best in caring for the people of Munster.”

THINGS TO ENTERTAIN YOU IN NORTHERN IRELAND 2010 International Powerboat Festival, Ballyronan Marina, Co. Derry Aug 22. Professional powerboat racing is unlike any other form of motor sport.

A great day out for the whole family. Family Cycling Tours at Loughgall Country Park, Co. Armagh, Aug 22. Families can enjoy a leisurely bike ride exploring Loughgall Country Park. The beautiful surroundings of orchards, mixed woodland, trails and traffic free roads will encourage you to relax, exercise and stay fit. Guided Tour of Enniskillen Castle, Co. Fermanagh, Aug 28. Learn about the history of the Castle from its origins as a Medieval Maguire Castle to its later history as a military barracks. The Foody Festival, Newry, Co. Down, Aug 27 – 29. Foody Festival will bring over 50 gourmet food stallholders together under the roof of the city’s market. In addition to displaying some of the best food and drink in the district, there will be music and arts, cookery demonstrations and wine tasting. Mela, Botanic Gardens, Belfast, Aug 28-29. Enjoy an anthology of traditions, art, colours, music, dance and enjoyment.

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As I expected there was a huge response to the article on the Mills in Douglas and how tragic that nothing is preserved from that era. I had a lot of calls from people relating there own human stories from both St Patrick’s and Morroghs Mills the fun they had and in particular the loyalty and comradry they all enjoyed. Cork Community TU are also interested in doing a film on both Mills and its people. “Yes they were very special years”, “Indeed there is definitely a book” to be wrote relating to these years in our history of anyone who who like to contribute or sponsor such a project I would love to put it in print in a book and tell the stories of the people who worked in the factories. We should do so will that generation are still with us, contact me on 4363867. I organised a reunion from Murrogh Mills a few years back and it was a wonderful night, I know St Patrick’s also has a reunion. I will organise a reunion from Murroghs, St Patrick’s, Munster Carpets etc before to long. As I fear not only are the machines lost to us but that “Generation will also” anyone willing to help call me on 4363867. The Douglas post will run and sponsor a competition relating

to how many couples met and married each other in either St Patrick’s or Murroghs whoever comes up with the highest number will get the prize, I can guess 5 but I can guess there are many many more, “that is your homework for this week”. Another project close to my heart is the Care Ring Friendly Phone Service, which will enable us to connect with older people who are isolated in our community. The good news is Secad have agreed to fund this very worth while project, I thank them most sincerely for helping me bring this service to fruititon. It was a concept I strongly believed in and thankfully so did H.S.E in particular Cariosa Lynch Community worker, my thanks also to Liam Edwards who is my right hand man and has contributed so much. A big thank you also to Sgt Tony Davis I put this idea way back to Tony and with his belief and encouragement and staying with it all the way. I would also like to thank the Douglas Post, Deirbhile Dennehy acting executive librarian Douglas Library, Douglas Lions Club, Douglas Community Association from where the service will operate every Monday from 1-4. There is a team of 10 volunteers who will undergo intensive training from the H.S.E also Garda Vetting starting on the 7th of September, 16th of September both from 10-1 in

O Sullivan’s Bar in Douglas. Thank you Donal for facilitating us, third day of training will be in Bandon on the 21st where our volunteers can actually see the service in progress. Commencement of the service is on Monday October 11th in Douglas Community Centre from 1-4 for more information call me on 4363867. Time to get back into shape after the summer months; walk in the park every Monday with our physical activities. Mary Boyle is putting everyone through their paces every Monday morning in preparation for ladies mini marathon on the 26th of September, go along from 1112 in the Community and join in the fun. Knitting Club starts back every Tuesday 2-4, Wednesday Tai-Chi 11-12, Computer Classes Wednesday 2-4, Indoor Bowls Thursday 2-4 all in the library, also Computer Classes for beginners in Douglas Community School 11-1 with log on and learn. The Monthly social in St Columbas Hall is on the 28th of September. Keep the names coming in for the Golden Anniversary couples. We now have 20 couples which in conjunction with Douglas Village Shopping needs to be celebrated, on Wednesday the 1st of December they have planned a get together in the Centre, if

you are celebrating 50 years this year “2010” give your name to Kathleen on information desk or give me a call. We wish a very Happy Birthday to a special lady Eileen Leary.

Up coming events Every Monday 11-12 Community Park Sept 7th Knitting Club 2-4 Sept 8th Computers for Beginners, Douglas Community School Sept 8th Computers for Beginners 2-4 in the Library Sept 9th Tai-Chi 11-12 in the Library Sept 10th In-Door Bowls in the Library Sept 13th Trip to the House of Commons Sept 28th Social St Columbas Hall

Thought for Today “In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer." - Albert Camus “Cherish your yesterdays Dream your tomorrows. But be Young at Heart And live your to-days” ‘Bye for now, Phil

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 MB

• Eileen O Leary celebrating her Birthday withbn Kieran Burke

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Moladh ‘Lonely Planet’ faoi Chorcaigh ag mealladh cuairteoirí Nuair a mhol foilsitheoirí an treoir iris taistil agus eolas ar Éirinn, Lonely Planet’ dá léitheoirí cathair Chorcaí mar ceann den gcéad deich ionad cuairte is turasóireachta domhanda níos luaithe sa bhliain, is beag duine a thuig brí nó an moladh seo. Le níos mó ná mí anuas airím borradh i líon na gcuairteoirí ar an gcathair, Fiú inár loistín féin tugaimid faoi ndeara go bhfuil athrú suntasach ar aois na gcuairteoirí mar-aon le bunadh na ndaoine iasachta seo.

• THE ROUND IRELAND CHALLENGE, James Bendon, Sean Murphy, Katie Cambier Ross, Ayden Clarke, Tessa Kingston, Katy Mullins, David Lee and Ben Fusco, members of a group of eight teenagers from the Kinsale area is embarking on a Round Ireland Challenge in aid of the world’s largest charity hospital ship, pictured aboard their boat Kinsale Co Cork, yesterday. Pic Clare Keogh/Provision

I lár na cathrach dom ar an Domhnach seo thart bhíos ag siúl thar theach tábhairne clúiteach, nuair a chonaic buíon éagsúla de dhaoine nárbh ón dtír no ón gcathair iad. Bhí roinnt mhaith grúpaí ann, grúpaí nach raibh aon cheangail eatarthu, ach a bhí ag baint sult is taitneamh as teas na gréine, agus as an deoch ina lámh acu. Thuas staighre sa tigh tábhairne, bhí béicigh le clos ó lucht leanta Thiobraid Árann nó na Déise, faoi cé acu ar éirigh leo scór a aimsiú sa chluiche leath-cheannais iománaíochta a bhí le feiceáil ar an scáileán beag. Cé go raibh an dá dhream i ngiorracht scread asail dá chéile cheapfá go raibh aigéin ollmhór idir na heachtrannaigh agus na hÉireannaigh ann. Ba ón Spáinn, ón Iodáil agus on nGearmáin do na daoine seo agus bhí siad in aois na fichidí (déarfainn). Toisc go raibh an ghrian ag spalpadh bheartaíomar suí amuigh faoin spéir agus thugamar cuireadh dá gcuairteoirí bualadh amach linn agus gloine fíona a ghlacadh ina láimh – rud a rinneadar. Bhí an-spraoi againn, agus comhrá ar na difríochtaí agus na cosúlachtaí idir thíortha na hEorpa agus sinne ag an mbaile

• Jennifer Sleeman pictured outside her local parish Church, Church of the Immaculate Conception, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, yesterday. She is organising a one-day boycott of Sunday Mass by the faithful women of Ireland to let the Vatican and the Irish Church know that women are tired of being treating like second-class citizens. Pic Clare Keogh/Provision

Sa bhaile inár lóistín bhí daoine ón nGearmáin, ón bhFrainc, ó Luxembourg, ón Slóvaic, a d’fhan linn thar oíche agus phléamar cúrsaí polaitíochta na dtíortha agus béim ar leith ar an oideachais sna tíortha éagsúla – sin a tharlaíonn nuair a thagann múinteoirí le chéile. Gan amhras cabhraigh an fhíon go mór leis an gcomhrá, agus bhí an grian dulta faoi roimh deireadh an chomhrá – nó na hargóintí! Mo phointe is ea gur iontach ar fad é líon na ndaoine iasachta, idir óg agus aosta, a tháinig go Corcaigh ar mholadh an foilseachán treoir ‘Lonely Planet’. Tá moladh mór ag dul do Chomhairle na cathrach freisin mar go bhfuil an-jab déanta acu ar mhaisiúchán agus bainistíocht glanadh na cathrach – ar an Domhnach seo thart, fiú bhí foireann glanadh sráide na cathrach amuigh ag scuabadh na cosáin agus bóithre I lár na cathrach. Dar liom go gcabhraíonn seo go mór le haitheantas muintir na cathrach faoi stádas glan na cathrach, agus más ea is fearr – mar go bhfuil tionchar den scoth dá leithead ar dhaoine an cathair a choinneáil glan i gcónaí. Más iad seo torthaí an moladh ard a thug an treoir iris taistil, ‘Lonely Planet’ don gcathair, go fada buan iad! 28 - Thur 19 Aug '10

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This weekend sees an exstensive amount of a rumoured collaboration with Kanye West. gigs and live music inject life into the bars It had already been reported that Kanye flew of Cork, one such gig will be Aslan, who to Hawaii to work with Vernon and that he make a welcome return to the East Village intended to sample one of Bon Iver's songs. this Friday, 10euro on the door. Also, one of Now, Vernon said that he recorded vocals Cork's best known bands The Love Junkies for "at least ten songs" with West. will host a fundraiser in aid of Pakistan Vernon and West actually made three tonight in Canty's Bar. The money raised separate trips to Hawaii this year and Kanye will go to help victims of what is now being is expected to include one song in particular called the worst disaster in Pakistan's history. on his upcoming album, and may even make The country's recent floods have left at least it his next single. The track in question, 'Lost 1,600 people dead and displaced millions. in The World', samples the Bon Iver song This won't be the first time the Love Junkies 'Woods', which is already heavily Auto(Occasions) have organised such an event. Tuned. In January of this year they held a benefit "That whole first week I was there we night in aid of Haiti in Wallis' Bar, Midleton. worked on the 'Woods' song, which is called The dynamic six piece outfit, known for their 'Lost In The World'. We were just eating pristine harmonies and floor-filling repertoire, breakfast and listening to the song on the are sure to rock the house again on Thursday. speakers and he's like, 'Fuck, this is going The monies collected will be presented to an to be the festival closer', I was like, 'Yeah, official from Trocaire on the night. So please, cool'. It kind of freaked me out." come along, bring your friends and enjoy Kanye's still untitled fifth album is due for a great night of entertainment for a very release on November 12th. Tinie Tempah's questionably titled debut worthy cause. Event begins at 9.30 - Canty's Bar, Pembroke album 'Disc-Overy' was already set to be one of the most anticipated releases of the Street (opposite the GPO). There will be a comedy showcase special in year. The hype increases a litte more now the City Limits on Saturday hosted by Jason that news has surfaced of a number of high Coughlan and Chris Kent, it features some profile guest appearances, including Ellie Goulding and Kelly Rowland. of the best up and coming talent on the comedy scene at present, both Irish and International This is the second one, the first one last month was a huge success. This saturdays s h o w c a s e headline guest will be Canadian th Wade McElwain who was voted Funniest New st Comedian in nd Canada. Doors Bus All Weeke y se rt u o C 9.00 and tickets ble ar Food Availa are 15 euros. Lunch Menu B Bon Iver main man Justin Vernon has revealed details of

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• Marianne, Carry, Kay and Anne enjoy the 60's night at The South County for the Decades Festival. Pic:George Thompson

• Staff at the South County get in the mood (including Elvis) for The Decades Festival last weekend. Pic:George Thompson

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DOUGLAS GAA Senior Football: Douglas travelled to Union Hall last Saturday evening and defeated Castlehaven 0-08 to 0-05 in the senior football league. Douglas play Carbery in the senior football championship on Tuesday 24th August in Cloughduv (6.30pm). Junior Football: It was a great week for the Junior “B” footballers. On Monday 9th August they hosted Na Piarsaigh and recorded a comprehensive win with thanks largely to top performaces from Gavin Roche and Donal Meade and Cormac Cahill’s contribution of 2-02. On Thursday 12th August the Junior “B” footballers gathered another couple of vital league points. Douglas trailed their hosts Whitescross by 0-05 to 0-04 at the interval. However, youngsters Seán Healy, Josh Khra and Ronan Whyte shone as Douglas rescued

the game to win on a scoreline of 0-12 to 1-07. Minor hurling: Last week Douglas minor hurler Roy Hickey suffered a serious leg injury in training. Roy is a popular member of the team and his team mates look forward to his recovery and return to hurling. • Douglas GAA under 13 team during last Saturday's hurling blitz Under 13 Hurling Blitz: Cork County Senior Camogie The annual under 13 hurling blitz to 2-02. Championship on Wednesday Community Games: took place in Douglas GAA Club 25th August. Throw in at Mallow Last weekend the Douglas under last Saturday. Teams from Kildare is scheduled for 7.00pm. 10 footballers represented Cork and Kilkenny joined Midleton, Douglas v. Milford (7.00pm in at the Community Games Finals Mallow, St. Finbarr’s and hosts Mallow). in Athlone. The Douglas team Douglas in a tournament that Table Quiz: lost the final by a solitary point. guaranteed each team five hours On Friday 20th August a table quiz However, this was the second of hurling throughout the day. is scheduled for Douglas G.A.A. time this year that a Douglas Callan of Kilkenny were coached pavilion in aid of Kay O’Keeffe’s under-age football team reached by four time all-Ireland medal voluntary trip to Ghana to help an all-Ireland final and reflects the winner John Power and they renovate a primary school. Start quality players being groomed by defeated Midleton in the final. time is 8.30pm and cost is 40 euro the club. Douglas contested the shield final per team of four. Douglas Camogie: against St. Finbarr’s and emerged Douglas play Milford in the victorious on a scoreline of 3-08

ODM Financial Munster Senior Cup – Taking domestic Munster rugby to the next level. The draw for the ODM Financial Munster Senior Cup is being held on Wednesday, 11th August at 6pm at ODM Financial’s well appointed new offices in Bandon – the draw will be made by Cyril Fitzgerald, President Munster Branch IRFU and Dan Murphy, Partner ODM Financial. The ODM Financial sponsored Munster Senior Cup is an integral part of Munster’s domestic rugby season with the opening round scheduled to be played in September 2010. Commenting in advance of this seasons draw Dan Murphy stated “ODM Financial, Bank Place, Bandon as sponsors of the ODM Financial Munster Senior Cup are excited to play a part in taking domestic Munster rugby to the next level with the winners of this year’s competition going forward to represent our great province Munster in the All Ireland series. We believe that this new format aligns well with our ethos of taking our clients to the next level by effectively planning, the achievement of their financial goals with them. To win this historic Competition a team must combine the traditional values of team building with innovative and forward thinking game plans. This formula provides a natural fit between ODM Financial as sponsor and the Munster Senior Cup competition.” The Results of the Draw will be published on the Munster Rugby website on Thursday morning – www. munsterrugby.ie

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Douglas Pitch & Putt Email: douglasppui@gmail.com 021 4363042 Results from last weekend: Saturday, Nett Ger O Connell, Grace Brohan & Mark Crean. Gross,Denis Cashman, Ger Hanrahan & Tony Noonan. Sunday, Nett 39 ½ Susan Gregson & Paul Cashman, Gross Liam O Brien & Norma Kelleher 9 under par, 2nd Nett Mark Crean & Brian Downey. Fixtures Saturday Threeball scramble 2.15pm Sunday Presidents Prize (Mick Lynch) 9.30am - the format will be 36 hole Stableford.

• pictured at the launch of the ODM Financial Munster Senior Cup, in the ODM Financial offices in Bandon yesterday. Pic Diane Cusack

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G.A.A. FOCUS Snippets from the Local and national Scene By Pat Harrington Often through this column I have voiced the sincere opinion that neither Croke Park nor the Cork County Board has any concept or understanding of the effects of the recession on the common people of this country. For a family of five (2 adults + 3 children under 14 years) it costs 105 Euro to attend an all-Ireland semi-final. These figures do not include the cost of getting to Croker – and of course the family must be fed. This year the footballers have thus far played five championship games; the hurlers have also played five. Many people who are involved with their clubs giving freely of their time and energy would also have supported the adult teams at club level. The annual cost to these people doesn’t bear thinking about. Provincial Winners Fail All four provincial winners failed to reach the semi-final of the all-Ireland; the first time such a situation has occurred. Kildare lost to Louth in the opening round but they have turned their season around with victories over Antrim, Derry, Monaghan and Meath. The Kildare game is built on high workrate with huge energy involved. Their manager, Former Armagh footballer Kieran McGeaney has certainly toughened up his charges. The Lilywhites have always been perceived as pushovers when the pressure is on but one has to admire their running off the ball. Cork Am I a crank or am I just a typical, contrary Cork football supporter? And our footballers really do frustrate. In the opening half of the game against Roscommon they went around in circles with the ball at pedestrian pace. They hand-passed the 101 times making it very easy for their opponents to defend. Roscommon hand-passed 21 times. It’s very easy to defend this slow movement of the ball. To be fair Cork created some good goal chances though they scored from just one; their record is very poor when it comes to scoring majors. Michael Shields is not a full back as was shown up by Donie Shine. I maintain he should be played at half back. Alan O’Connor, Nicholas Murphy and Donnacha O’Connor made important contributions. Notably, in the second half the ball was kicked diagonally into the Cork forwards, an action that proved quite fruitful. I fail to se why Donnacha O’Connor was instructed to tap the ball over the bar from the penalty. The game was as good as over and would it not have been an opportunity to practice his penalty taking in a real match situation? Cork need to be far more ruthless. Questions to be asked I feel some questions need to be asked here. Can Cork afford to play Paddy Kelly and Paul Kerrigan as wing forwards on the same team? Should management go for Alan O’Connor and Nicholas Murphy? Colm O’Neill has not played well; is it time for Donnacha O’Connor? Should Canty not be fit, who will start in his place? And the big question, who will mark Bernard Brogan? This is not a good Dublin team but they defend in numbers and are very physical. Noel O’Leary stated that the team needed a kick in the behind – well so do the management. They need their team playing a more direct game with the ball being played at pace. Cut down on the number of hand-passes – 165 against Roscommon. Similarly Tyrone hand passed 168 times against Dublin and lost. Cork’s record against Dublin in championship since 1974 reads 3 defeats and one victory. Cork can win this one.

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