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Early Morning Fitness Training While I’ve been back playing basketball over the past year as a means of keeping fit, I recently decided to get back to my routine of getting up early in the morning and getting out for a cycle. Starting last Monday, I am enjoying getting out at 6am on the bike, down the old railway line from Blackrock and swinging off left before Rochestown towards Blackrock Castle and then home to finish. I’m amazed at the amount of people out at that hour of the morning – walking, jogging and cycling, I thought I’d be pretty much on my lonesome, but far from it. The one thing that I find strange is that I’ve always bid people I pass in these circumstances, a good morning’ but I have found this week that a lot of people won’t respond, tend not to make eye contact or seem surprised to be greeted with a ‘good morning’. Society has certainly changed! DOUGLAS LIONS CLUB ANNUAL 5 MILE CHARITY WALK Douglas and district Lions Club will hold their 8th annual 5 mile walk on Sunday the 29th of May. This year all proceeds of the charity walk will go directly to benefit needy causes in the Douglas area, to continue their ongoing support of the support of the Douglas Lions Club to the community. To achieve this we need your support. Walkers should register in Harty’s Quay car park at 2.30pm. The walk will start at Harty’s Quay and travel to Blackrock via the amenity walk and return to Harty’s Quay where refreshments will be served. Sponsorship cards are available from Liam Maloney at Lion House, Douglas. Mobile number: 087 7851082.

• Students from Colaiste Stiofain Naofa’s Diploma in Dance Course (CSN Dance) prepare for their forthcoming Graduation Show at the Firkin Crane Theatre on Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th May directed by Alan Foley. Pic: Miki Barlok

Congratulations Well done to Douglas Hall AFC who celebrated their 40th anniversary with a dinner dance at Rochestown Park Hotel last Friday night. I was meant to attend but due to unforeseen last minute circumstances I was unable to be there. My loss as by all accounts it was certainly a night to remember.

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• Padraig O Duinin , Manager of Meitheal Mara, traditional Irish Boatbuilders, with Kate Sheehan (3) of Commons Rd, Musician Joe Mc Carthy and ‘Sheely’ of Dowtcha Puppets, Cork, at the launch of the ‘Ocean to City’ Cork Maritime Festival which takes place from June 3rd-12th. The ‘Ras Mor’ from Crosshaven to Cork City takes place on Sat June 4th and Downes Syndrome Cork will be the benefactory charity. Pic Michael Mac Sweeney/Provision

• Player of the Year award winners, Stephen O’Sullivan ( AUL Junior ), David Moore ( MSL Senior ) & Mark Riordan ( MSL Premier Junior ), centre, accompanied by , from left, Anthony Lane ( Treasurer ), Andrew Fealy ( committee ), Phil Harrington ( senior manager ), Evan Twomey ( AUL manager ), Tommy Corcoran ( MSL Prem. Junior manager ), Colm Lyons ( committee ) & Garrett Lyons ( Secretary ) at the Douglas Hall 40TH anniversary dinner at RPH last Friday. pic: Finbarr Buckley 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.

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OH ISADORA Dear Editor Recently heard Red Hurley singing Oh Isadora and it reminded me of her tragic story. Way back in 1927 Isadora Duncan U.S. Dancer's troubled life came to a dramatic end tonight when she was strangled by her own shawl. As she set out for an evening drive in Nice in a red Bugatti sports car, the fringe of the shawl was, unknown to her, dangling in the spokes of the rear wheel beside her. "Adieu

mes Amis" she called to friends watching her go. The first turn of the wheels broke her neck. At 49, it was the end of a tragic life. the young poet she married in Russia hanged himself two years ago. Americans rejected her as a revolutionary on her last tour. Defiantly, she bared her breast on stage! P.S. Did the song "Hey Isadora, you're living again, having the time of your life" really remember Ms. Duncan? Neil O'Donoghue Greenhills

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• The Munster Heroes team of Thomas Mulcahy, Padraig Maher, Larr Corbett, Diarmuid O’Sullivan and Mick Galway get a helping hand during the tug-of-war match against Carphone Warehouse’s Geek Squad at the official opening of Carphone Warehouse’s Wireless World in Mahon Point Shopping Centre in Cork yesterday. Pic: Diane Cusack

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by Finbarr Buckley A chance meeting at the funeral of former colleague, Brid Murphy, led to bridging a forty year gap for a group of former Roches Stores employees, who met for an impromptu re-union at the Market Tavern back in late February. The well known former Patrick Street department store, which had served the people of Cork for almost a hundred years, closed its doors in October 2006 before transferring over the business to the English high-street chain, Debenhams. Over thirty staff enjoyed an evening of chat and the chance to remember old times when the customer really was the life-line of any retail business. The occasion offered the opportunity to catch up with the lives of work colleagues who may not have met in almost forty years. The success of the event prompted calls for a repeat gathering which will be held at the same venue on Friday, May 27th next. All Welcome! Contact Finbarr Buckley on (086) 0712638 or e-mail cblbuckley@ eircom.net, for further details.

• Roches Stores Staff ( 1971 ) : L to R : Eileen Enright, Sheila Drinan, Noreen O’Mahony, Greta O’Connell, Mary O’Leary, Chris O’Hanlon, Marian Harding, Patricia McCarthy, Sheila Collins.

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Family Ties The Ultimate Boot Camp Challenge Fun, frolics and fitness at Delaney’s Hurling & Football Club in aid of Chernobyl Children International Aisling Moran finalist, ‘Do the Right Thing’ RTE volunteer challenge series and a team of volunteers launched ‘The Ultimate Boot Camp Challenge’ in aid of Chernobyl Children International today at Murphy’s Rock, Cork. The team is preparing for what promises to be a unique, fun sporting event at Delaney’s Hurling & Football Club on Saturday, 21 May 2011. Aisling and a team of ex- Special Forces from Outdoor Physical Exercise will challenge teams of four to complete the ultimate obstacle course, testing all competitors’ mental and physical strength. From 10am onwards on Saturday 21 May, competitive teams of 4 will be put through their paces, with excellent prizes for the fastest team. From 12pm the course is open to non-competitive teams. With an elitist event in the morning and less competitive event in the afternoon, there will be a challenge for even the faint-hearted! The day will also include great live music and barbeque. Everyone from corporate teams to local Football, Soccer, Hurling and Rugby teams can challenge each other on neutral ground. The noncompetitive option is ideal for a group of friends who wish to get out in the fresh air and enjoy a healthy, fun Saturday while supporting a good cause. The many fun and testing challenges include obstacle crossings, a medi evacuation, a Suduko sandbag challenge, log runs, pyramid building with sandbags, river navigation in low level water and bog runs. Take the ultimate challenge today and call Aisling on 086 828 9792 or sign up at www.chernobylinternational.com. Competitive and non-competitive teams welcome. Tickets €25 per person. Registration closes on 17 May. The Ultimate Bootcamp Challenge will help raise valuable funds for Adi Roche’s Chernobyl Children International (CCI). The charity is a leading international children’s charity which continues to help children and

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• Terry Healy and Grattan O’Rourke from OPE put Aisling Moran and Martha Bisquerra through their paces for The Ultimate Boot Camp Challenge ,Fun, frolics and fitness at Delaney’s Hurling & Football Club in aid of Chernobyl Children International,Aisling Moran finalist, Do the Right Thing’ RTE volunteer challenge series and a team of volunteers launched The Ultimate Boot Camp Challenge’in aid of Chernobyl Children International today at Murphy’s Rock, Cork. The team is preparing for what promises to be a unique, fun sporting event at Delaney’s Hurling & Football Club on Saturday, 21 May 2011. Aisling and a team of ex- Special Forces from Outdoor Physical Exercise will challenge teams of four to complete the ultimate obstacle course, testing all competitors’ mental and physical strength pictures Gerard McCarthy

their families in the affected regions of Chernobyl. Terry Healy and Grattan O'Rourke from OPE put Aisling Moran and Martha Bisquerra through their paces for The Ultimate Boot Camp Challenge ,Fun, frolics and fitness at Delaney’s Hurling & Football Club in aid of Chernobyl Children International, Aisling Moran finalist, Do the Right Thing’ RTE volunteer challenge series and a team of volunteers launched The Ultimate Boot Camp Challenge’in aid of Chernobyl Children International at Murphy’s Rock, Cork. The team is preparing for what promises to be a unique, fun sporting event at Delaney’s Hurling & Football Club on Saturday, 21 May 2011. Aisling and a team of ex- Special Forces from Outdoor Physical Exercise will challenge teams of four to complete the ultimate obstacle course, testing all competitors’ mental and physical strength More Info contact Miriam Forde Chernobyl Children's Project International Tel 021 431 2999

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Activities at the Douglas Community Centre The following groups run activities at the centre, and include Unislim, Language and Drama classes; various dancing groups, including Irish Dancing, Disco Dancing, Pitter Patter Dancing Group, Body Rock and Arabesque (Belly Dance). A schedule of all the activities taking place in the centre is posted in the entrance hall, and the public are welcome to come and view this during office hours. The Community Association office is open on Mon. Tue, and Friday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. when our administrator, Nicola, is there is to help you with any questions you may have about our service, or about lettings of the hall to anyone who may wish to run an activity. To contact Janice, phone 4894955. OPEN GARDEN FOR DOUGLAS COMM. ASSOC. BUILDING FUND On Sat. 28th May 2011, John and Helen Fox are hosting an ‘Open Garden’ , which will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at ‘Glencairn’, Underwood,

Rochestown, serving a cuppa and providing musical entertainment in the afternoon. There will also be a Plants Sale Table. The proceeds will go to Douglas Community Association building fund which includes plans to modernise the Meals-on-Wheels kitchen, provide a Social Centre for seniors and for organized youth groups. ‘Glencairn’ is located on the Passage Road, .25 k past the Rochestown Inn. There is parking in the public car park at the entrance to Hop Island. Admission is your own choice of contribution. BARRYS OF DOUGLAS TO BRING BACK SUMMER WITH “SUNSHINE AND UMBRELLAS” Summer Cocktails to Raise Money for Marymount Hospice A fundraising summer cocktail night will take place at Barrys of Douglas on Friday 20th May at 8pm to raise funds for Marymount Hospice Cork. The “Sunshine and Umbrellas” event organized by Niamh Horgan who last year raised almost €4000 in aid of the charity with a coffee

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• Claire Killeen (sales manager) presents the St. Vincents ladies basketball team with the May award for the Northside & District Sports Award sponsored by the Ambassador Hotel and in association with Gerald Mc Carthy awards and gifts. Also included are Gerald Mc Carthy, Dommie Mullins Head Coach and Janice Depuis Asst Coach, teachers and board of management, Tony O’ Sullivan judging panel, Cllr. Tony Fitzgerald and Danny Wallace Photo: K.Aherne

morning hosted in Barry’s of Douglas. This year, people are being asked to bring their best summer fashions for the cocktail event which she hopes will raise €10,000. All tickets sales prior to and on the night will go to the fundraising efforts of Marymount Hospice. Tickets for the event will cost €20 where you will receive 2 complimentary cocktails and canapés while enjoying live music with Red Effect until 2a.m. There will also be amazing prizes on the night including Brown Thomas, Keanes, Fitzgerald’s Menswear, Savills Menswear, Leonard’s Hair and Beauty and Luca Shoes vouchers as well as a weekend away in a top Killarney hotel. Zita Buckley, Fundraiser for the Friends of Marymount Hospice said that all their work is voluntary and having Niamh Horgan and Barrys of Douglas combining to raise money for the hospice was invaluable. All money raised on the night goes directly to assist patients and the family of the patients and this support costs over 1.4million pounds annually alone! Tickets are available from Niamh Horgan 087 8271202 and Barry’s of Douglas 087 8329023 or can be purchased at the door on the night. Douglas Junior Writers Group Next meeting of the Douglas Junior Writers Group will be held in on Thursday 19th May at 5.30

pm in the Douglas Library. All young writers welcome! (Enquires 086 8839392) PLANTS FOR OPEN GARDEN To date our plea for plants for our Open Garden to raise funds for the Community Centre Building Fund on 28th May has received zero response - where have all the gardeners in Douglas gone? Please, please pot them up, and pass them into Nicola. at the centre, she’s there Mon., Tues., Friday 9-1, Wed., Thurs 2-4 p.m. CALLING ALL THE ‘LADIES WHO LUNCH’ Calling All Grandmothers, Mothers, Daughters, Aunts, Nieces and girlfriends! The Mercy Hospital Foundation Ladies Charity Lunch in aid of the Mercy Cancer Appeal will take place at the Maryborough Hotel & Spa on Thursday, May 26th. The event kicks off with a drinks reception at 12.15pm followed by a delicious three-course lunch. We are delighted to announce that International Soprano, Mary Hegarty will entertain guests on the day. Treat yourself and the most important ladies in your life to a sumptuous lunch on May 26th and help support the Mercy Cancer Appeal. Tickets are priced at €50 each and are available from Mercy University Hospital Foundation at (021) 4274076 or from Maryborough Hotel & Spa at (021) 4365555.

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BLARNEY SET FOR AN POST RÁS Red FM to broadcast from stage finish 185 riders from home and abroad will soon line up for the 59th edition of the An Post Rás, and as the start date draws ever closer spectators are being urged to come down and join in the activities at the stage finish in Blarney. When Ireland’s largest free-toview race reaches the town on Thursday May 26th RED FM will be broadcasting live from the stage finish and the An Post ‘Go Green’ team will be on hand to provide entertainment and plenty of freebies in the build up to the riders reaching Blarney. Ruairi Rás, the race mascot, will also be close by to greet children and spectators lining the route. The race then departs the town the following morning when the riders set off at 11am and there will be added activities going on around the start line. The race is Ireland’s number one cycling event, presenting a grueling challenge for the country’s best amateurs who’ll pit themselves against domestic and international professionals. It promises to be one of Ireland’s premier sporting events providing something for everyone, avid cycling fans and families alike. Regular updates, features, results and information on the 2011 An Post Rás can be found at the newly launched Rás website www.anpostras.ie

In what promises to be a truly unforgettable experience, Carraig Productions presents three of Ireland’s most distinctive musicians - Lisa Hannigan, James Vincent McMorrow and Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh – in an intimate, once-off concert in the breathtaking location of the Mitchelstown Caves on Saturday 23rd July at 8pm. Tickets for this outstanding event go on sale on at Cork Opera House Box office and online. Not only are the artists involved so unique in their styles and charismatic in their delivery, The Mitchelstown Caves promises to play as much a unique and charismatic role in the evening. There are 88 steep steps down into the cave which will lead to this most unusual of performance spaces after a half mile guided walk. With the temperature in the Cave at a constant 12°, the climate will be the only thing that is so temperate, as the timbre of music to be heard will be searing hot. Those attending the event will be asked to sit down and brace themselves for a once in a life time experience. People are kindly asked to arrive at the entrance to Mitchelstown Caves at 7pm.

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• Suzi and Jesse Heny who made their communion in Clonakilty last weekend.

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with Ronnie McGinn

This time of year always brings to mind the passage of time. The early summer is blooming but like time itself we too must move on. Somehow it’s hard not to look back, not just to reflect on this time of year but on life in general. There are some memories that always get to me. The Lane Come on down ‘The Lane’, sure we don’t need a reason, The weather’s just fine, and it’s our time of season, The green leaves are calling, come on out the door, Oh! It’s hard to believe, we’re not young anymore. Ah! Remember that summer of long, long ago, When you were eighteen, and I couldn’t let go And you were my new love, my life and my dream, How far away now all those golden days seem. And why did you love me? Oh! I’ll never know, But we made it together and made our love grow, Our home and our family, we treasure with pride, Thank God for your love and for you by my side. Come on me again, sweet flower of the summer, Our summers are few, but we still have each another, All the good days are gone, ah! We’ve heard that before, For the sake of old times, come on, kiss me once more. And we’ll walk down ‘The Lane’ as we did in life’s spring, Here, give me your hand, and together we’ll swing,

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Oh! It’s hard to believe, we’re not young any more. Ronnie McGinn Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ / Douglas Post, Morris

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“O.K” said the slightly peeved Curator. “ Which timepiece has the most moving parts?” There was a prolonged silence. What was the answer ?

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Buy My Dress Cork is back in 2011! Down Syndrome Centre’s fashionforward campaign, Buy My Dress, supported by Kellogg’s Special K , returns to Cork in 2011 and will take place in the Clarion Hotel on Saturday, 28th May, from 10 – 6pm. Buy My Dress is a campaign which calls on women countrywide to dig out the many unwanted dresses hanging in wardrobes nationwide and donate them to the one-day, pop-up sale taking place in aid of Down Syndrome Centre. Now it’s third year, the fundraiser has raised over €90K to date and will expand this year to take place on 28th May in Cork City and seven other centres -Dublin, Gorey, Kilkenny, Tralee, Limerick, Galway and Mayo. With the help of teams of volunteers who will organise each county event, the charity hopes to sell in excess of 6,000 dresses and is calling on women in homes, workplaces and clubs nationwide to donate ‘a guna’ over coming weeks. Dresses can be donated at drop-off points which have been set up in selected Credit Union branches, pharmacies and Unislim classes countrywide. See www. buymydress.ie for more details. Sinead O’Brien, the Cork event

organiser , said; “I am delighted to be organising Buy My Dress Cork. Women simply love fashion and the idea that good money spent on a past garment can be converted into funds for charity, has great appeal. This year, Down Syndrome Centre hope to raise €100k from the eight Buy My Dress events and I am asking all the ladies of Cork to give a dress – it may be too big, too small, or an impulse purchase gone wrong – and to drop it off at one of the many points established throughout the city & county which are listed on buymydress. ie”. Donna Byrne, Kellogg’s Special K Brand Manager said; “Kellogg’s Special K is thrilled to be on board as title sponsor for Buy My Dress again this year. The event has been a tremendous success over the past few years and we hope that our support will help make it even bigger and better in 2011. Both Kellogg’s Special K and Buy My Dress are synonymous with the little red dress, as well as women, fashion and glamour. The money raised from Buy My Dress goes to a truly fantastic cause”. All dresses donated will be sold at the Cork event on 28th May and any that remain will be sold on buymydressonline.ie the charity's

• Senator David Norris celebrates Counihan’s 75th Year in business. The family owned and run Counihans in Pembroke Street is a landmark public house situated in Cork City centre close to the GPO and it is celebrating opening its doors in 1936. Pic Michael Mac Sweeney/Provision

online shop which operates year round. Friends of St. Patrick’s Hospital and Marymount Hospice Cork. Cork City Marathon Date: 6th June, 2011 (T-shirts and cards can be had by ringing 4501201 – Friends Office, Marymount. Coffee Morning for those Bereaved or Affected by Suicide First Tuesday of every month @ 10.30 - !2am in The Boardwalk, Lapps Quay Cork City. Teas Coffee and scones are complementary. All are welcome and you may bring spouse, sibling or friend/s. The coming together of those similarly bereaved can offer the opportunity to gain strength and understanding from individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one through suicide. For more

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Irish Heart Foundation Information Meeting Cork The Irish Heart Foundation will host a free patient information meeting on inherited heart conditions in Cork this May 23rd. The meeting is for people with heart rhythm and heart muscle disorders such as Cardiomyopathy, Long QT Syndrome and other heart rhythm problems. Medical experts in the fields of cardiology, electrophysiology and paediatric cardiology will be there to present on the night and answer questions. Family members and interested medical professionals are also welcome to attend. For those interested in attending, the meeting will take place on Monday May 23rd at Moran’s Silversprings Hotel, from 5pm – 9.30pm. To reserve a place contact Tracy Egan at the Irish Heart Foundation on 01 6685001 or email tegan@irishheart.ie

A Maytime Evening of Music

with a variety of artists Will be held at the Blackrock Inn (upstairs V.I.P. room) on Friday 27th May, starting 8.00 p.m. Taking part will be “Angelsong” and other musicians. Includes a "singalong" and finger food served.

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This Week’s Winner Shauna Dempsey, Minane Bridge

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Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays

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 May at 5.30 pm. The Ballinlough Writers Group meets on the 3rd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Runners-Up Conor Aherne, Rochestown dge Orlagh Dempsey, Minane Bri ock ckr Bla , AislingSexton

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Dog Fouling Dog Fouling is very prevalent in Ballinlough, I was delighted that some new signs have been erected, the sign in South View is badly needed The signs clearly state that there is a Fine of €150.00 for Fouling . Dog owners are taking their dogs for a walk early in the morning, that is when most of the fouling occurs. All dogs need to be exercised, but please bring a plastic bag /poop scoop with you. In areas where there are schools, as children get out of cars, and walk straight in to dog poo, not a vary nice start to the day for any child. Bingo - Date for your Diary Bingo is on every Friday night in the Community Centre at 8.15, do go along for a game Remember Sweet 16, All the Ducks 22, Due for the Pension 66, 2 fat ladies 88. Now that Spring is here, go along and catch up with your friends. You might even 'Check' and go home with a few extra euro! • Liz Kirby Beechwood, Shirley, and Hester Forde Coosheen

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Young @ Heart by Phil Goodman

Depression in the elderly is the single most common disorder in those over 65, affecting up to twenty percent of those over 65, according to a recent study between five and eight percent of the population have depression at any one time. In Ireland this means that as many as 300,000 people are living with depression right now. Everyone feels sad sometimes but if sadness lasts too long it may be depression , common signs of depression are loss of interest in activities, a sense of tiredness and fatigue, anxiety, loss of sleep, feeling like crying, loss of appetite and avoiding contact with other people etc. Young at Heart has established Care-Ring Douglas which is a social friendly call once a week and enables us to reach out to people who may need our support, or just

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a chat. Causes that contribute to depression in the elderly are living alone, decreased mobility due to illness or no longer able to drive, loss of a loved one etc. If you know of someone who would enjoy our many activities and outings contact me on 4363867. It is so important to get involved in some activity where you meet new friends, enjoy new companionship and stories of your life's experiences, it is good to talk. Well done to the teachers in our local schools who prepare the First Holy Communion classes to receive the sacrament, it is wonderful to see happy faces and innocence, they are a credit to all involved on reaching their special day. The trip to Glenstall on 24th May is fully booked and also the Ring of Kerry trip. Plenty of more trips to enjoy. Tickets available for the final of over 60s on the 29th May in City Hall at fifteen euros each.

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Margaret Foley Hillcourt, Donnybrook, Douglas. Fourth Anniversary Died - 18th May 2007 We miss you in so many ways We miss the things you used to say And when old times we do recall It’s then we miss you most of all

Monday- walking group 11am community park Tuesday- Knitting 2-4pm Library Wednesday- Computers 11-1pm, Douglas Community School Wednesday- Thia Chi 11.3012.30pm, Library Thursday- Indoor Bowls 2-4pm, Library May 24th- Glenstall Abbey Sunday 29th May Over 60s Final City Hall, Over 50s show City Hall May 31st- Naval Base

Sadly missed by her husband Tom, family & friends

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 J.T.

Thought for Today “Life is a gamble at terrible odds – if it was a bet, you wouldn’t take it” - Tom Stoppard

“Cherish your yesterdays, Dream your tomorrows, But be young at heart and live your today’s” Bye for now, Phil

• Kevin and Marie Gregan aboard the Independence of the Seas during its voyage from Southhampton to Cobh recently!

• Gillian Rijke with her children Ethan, 1, and Sam, 3, pictured meeting an inquisitive lamb during the official opening of the new adventure area, funded by SECAD, at Leahy’s Open Farm in Dungourney at the weekend. Pic: Diane Cusack

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Here we are in the peak of the motorcycle season again, bikers are out every chance they get and the bike shops are all busy again. At the Douglas Post we are developing a new bike section. We would like to hear from Shops, clubs, charity runs, shows if you would like to promote your business or event HYPERLINK "mailto:editor@douglaspost.ie" editor@douglaspost.ie Corks own Ger Conlon won the custom bike show at the National Bike Show in the RDS. He has been rewarded with a trip to AMD Custom Bike Show at Sturgis in the USA. The bike he entered was all handbuilt using a 1970 Shovel Head motor, more on this soon.

Melvin Nolan has rebuilt his Honda which he still holds the Irish Record for the Flying Kilometre in 1981 on the Carrigrohane Straight, Average speed was 184.1mph. This motorcycle only did 120mph out of the factory but Melvin fitted a Turbo to it and Nitious, he said he would have gone faster but the clutch slipped every time he boosted the power with nitrious. He did go to Elvinghton in the UK and recorded a speed of 207mph, incredible 30 years ago. More on this next feature Congratulations to Timoleague and The West Cork Motorcycle Club who have the Munster 100 Road Races 20th and 21st as part of the Timoleaque Festival. Please go and spend your money their, support Road Racing, West Cork Motorcycle Club and their partners Timoleague Town and people. The West Cork Motorcycle Club also have a track day in July, go to their website to join in Westcorkmotorcycleclub.ie

• Cork's Declan Swanton who will compete again in this years Munster 100 Road Races seen here at last years event. Pic:George Thompson

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Richard Rice and Tom Fitzgerald saw an opening for Triumph in Cork in 2009, they opened at the start of the recession and have been growing ever since. Cork City Triumph have helped drive Triumph to No.2 in the over 600cc class in Ireland. The Triumph range lends itself to the current profile of an Irish motorcyclist, this person is looking for a Quality Product with high aftersale value, good service and aftersales. He or she also, in most cases, wants to feel involved at the local dealership when they visit. If you would like to

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be involved in this lifestyle experience, Richard and Tom from their previous experience recognised this and have a newsletter, rideouts, test drives and a great coffee machine. Cork City Triumph are one of the few shops offering finance, the lads are very happy with the package while terms and conditions do apply. On offer also is a full range of Triumph clothing and accessories and also other complementary products such as Nitro Helmets, Akito Clothing and Schubert Helmets. Cork City Triumph has Pius O’Sullivan in the

workshop who has a long career in the bike trade and the addition of Pius, Cork City Triumph are now servicing all other makes. When I visited I noticed that they are now servicing the Garda Yamaha FJR1300s, Richard told me they will be opening Cork City Yamaha, in a new showrooms next to the existing one. You can also book test drives on the current models or any of their quality previously used bikes.

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Lee Motorcycles – Celebrating 32 Years by Mark Henry Lee Motorcycles have now been around for 32 years. It is a family business with Ian, Jason and dad Jim Tivy all involved in the day to day running. Lee are the main Honda Marine, ATV, Off and On Road Motorcycle, Lawnmowers and Garden Equipment and Generators. Lee Motorcycles have always been renowned for the large selection of quality multi franchise previously owned motorcycles they have on offer. The Tivys run a modern 5 star workshop, servicing all makes of motorcycles and Honda products. Upstairs at the new showroom is a massive range of clothing, helmets and accessories with experienced staff to help you make your choice. There is also an online service to do your shopping from home. Lee Motorcycles relocated to East Gate Business Park in Little Island to avail of a modern showroom and excellent parking facilities for their customers

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The West Cork Motorcycle Club Munster 100 Motorcycle Road Races 20th & 21st August 2011 by George Thompson Racing history in Cork can be traced back to the 1920’s, when the Cork and District Light Car and Motorcycle Club was formed to cater for motor sport in Cork. The Munster "100" has had a long and chequered history since the first motorcycle race held in Cork in 1940. That first race 70 years ago was called the “Cork 50” and took place on the 1.5 mile Monaghan road circuit near Cork city centre. Due to the onset of World War II and petrol shortages, motorcycle racing did not return to Munster until 1947 when the Munster Motorcycle and Car Club ran the MCUI’s 25 mile championship. This was on a 3.5 mile segment of the pre-war Cork Grand Prix car circuit at Carrigrohane. The same Carrigrohane road (better known as the “Straight Road”) that saw local Cork man Mel Nolan take the Irish ¼ mile land speed record with a time of 8.55 seconds at 172 MH, a thirty year record that still stands today. In 1976, the race was revived as a short circuit event at Mondello Park, and none other than Joey Dunlop won the main race of the day “The Munster 100” and again the following year in Ardcloyne, Kinsale where it remained until 1985 before moving to Clonakilty in 1989 to1992. Eighteen years later in 2010 it was revived by the West Cork Motorcycle Club (WCMCC) in the town of Dunmanway where the circuit ran through the town drawing enormous enthusiasm from locals and spectators alike. Due to the immense logistics of running through a town, an alternative circuit was proposed for 2011and the MCI recently granted the club clearance to run the event. 2011 The town of Timoleague hosts an annual festival with this year’s being

The Vincent Rapide The Vincent Rapide was a motorcycle designed and built at the Vincent works in Great North Road, Stevenage, Hertfordshire UK during the war and released to the press before end of hostilities. The prototype was the Series A 47.5° V-twin launched in 1936. With 6.8:1 compression, it produced 45 bhp (34 kW). It is often purported that Phil Irving was trying to find a replacement for the 500 cc Vincent Comet engine. There were two blueprints on his desk, and one had fallen on top of the other, to demonstrate a "V" formation. There is no evidence to prove this, however. Its frame incorporated the first cantileverrear suspension, used on all subsequent Vincents. Other innovations included a foot gearchange instead of a handoperated gearlever, a four-speed gearbox instead of two or three and a side stand. The high power meant that the gearbox and clutch did not cope well and it was developed into the ‘Series B’ which had internal oil pipes and the

• Michael Dunlop leads Ryan Farquhar and his brother William Dunlop through Dunmanway (West Cork) at last year's Munster 100 Motorcycle Road Races. Pic:George Thompson

held from the 13th to the 22nd August, with fashion shows, live bands and entertainment for all. To top it off, the West Cork Motorcycle club are set to launch their second Munster 100 Road Race at a circuit just outside the town. This circuit will provide spectators with premium viewing of most of the track and an opportunity to watch the riders as they navigate their way along the three mile circuit. The Club, currently in the early stages formalising all aspects of the event, hope to see many of the familiar faces from last year such as Ryan Farquhar, The Dunlop brothers Michael and William and local entrants, Ciaran O’Callaghan (Winner of the Senior Support at the recent Cookstown 100) and Declan Swanton. Certainly one to watch out for on the 20th & 21st of August. For more details see: www.westcorkmotorcycleclub.ie

gearbox integrated with the engine casting (Unit Construction). The angle between the cylinders was increased to 50° instead of the 47.5° of the Series A engine, which allowed the use of the engine as part of the frame. The Rapide had ‘’Girdraulic’’ front forks and triangulated rear springing to prevent front end twist under hard braking and the cantilever rear became the most widely used form of rear suspension for motorcycles after 1980. Brakes were dual 7-inch (180 mm) single-leading shoe (SLS), front and rear. A more modern hydraulic shock absorber and spring assembly later replaced the old twin springs and friction damper. The rear seat was supported by a sub-frame down to the rear frame pivot point, providing a semi-sprung seat with 6 inches (150 mm) of suspension.

brake & gear shift were adjustable for reach to suit individual feet and the rear mud guard was hinged to facilitate the removal of the rear wheel. The Series C, which Vincent produced from 19491950, featured a 998cc, 50-degree V-twin that put out between 45 and 55 horsepower, depending on the state of tune (Rapide or Black Shadow). Period tests demonstrated that the bike was easily capable of speeds in excess of 100 mph. The letters HRD were discontinued in 1950. Vincent were trying to enter the American market, and did not want any confusion with Harley-Davidson (HD). Falling sales of expensive motorcycles caused closure in 1956. Vincent refused to compromise on quality, which, unfortunately, kept the price up. It has often been said that the firm was guilty of "over engineering". One comment made about this was that "Vincent is a solution in search of a problem."

The Series B had a Feridax Dunlopillo Dualseat, and a tool tray under the front. The Series "B" also had an inline felt oil filter instead of the metal gauze of the Series "A". Vincent used quickly detachable wheels, making wheel and tyre changes easier. The rear wheel was reversible, and different size rear sprockets could be fitted for quick final-drive ratio changes. The

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Blackrock / Mahon Community Notice Board Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays

Search for Dust Buster’s " Dust Busters " are in search of some able bodied musicians of a vintage age who would like to come on board. We practice on Mon nights from 7-9 at the Resource Centre in Mahon. Do think about it. We would love to see you there. Only stipulation you must be able to read music. For more information contact Bernadette Moynihan on 086 8128230

Blackrock Community Centre Dancing Classes Dancing for fun Monday 10am12 noon Set Dancing Monday 8 30pm10pm Art classes Tuesday 1 45pm-3 45pm Irish Dancing for Children 4 00pm-5 00pm Tai chi 7 30pm-8 30pm Dancing for fun Wednesday 10 am- 12 noon

Crochet Wednesday 2 30pm- 4 30pm Drama Classes 7 00pm-8 30pm. if you have any queries about classes telephone Irene 0876122007

Support Group for Parents and Carers Has your child been diagnosed with a learning difficulty or long term illness? Mahon Family Resource Centre is setting up a Support Group for Parents and Carers. Grandparents and Foster Parents are also very welcome If you are interested in joining the Group or need more information.

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• Rose of Tralee hopefuls from Charleville and the surrounding area pictured with the last ever Charleville Cheese Queen, Mary Quain, who was presented with the prestigious title 1970 at the Charleville Park Hotel yesterday at the launch of the return the Charleville Cheese Festival after 21 years. The festival makes a welcome return to the Irish festival calendar from Friday 27 – Sunday 29 May to mark the Cork town’s 350th anniversary. The Festival will also feature performances from Crystal Swing and recent runners up in the All Ireland Talent Show, Mad for Road. Pic Daragh Mc Sweeney/Provision

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Baby Massage classes at Mahon Family Resource Centre, suitable for babies who are not yet crawling. Also limited spaces available in the parents support group – this support group is for parents whose children have learning difficulties or long term illness. For more information or to join please call Christine on 021 4358866.

Parent Walking Group every Monday morning. Group leaves the Mahon Family Resource Centre at 10.30am and walks are usually around the marina with a coffee stop along the way. This is a great way to meet other parents and get in some exercise so grab the buggie and join us! All welcome

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evenings at 8pm in Monkstown National School. If you are interested in joining Cantate, please ring: 087 9693326 or email: info@cantate.ie. On Sunday last, just after Mass, those volunteers who took and passed the training course to qualify them to use the difribilator gathered outside the Credit Union to receive their certificates from Father Pat O’Sullivan. It must be remembered that these people not only took the trouble to be trained up for this equipment but have committed themselves to being available whenever needed which is, a considerable obligation to assume. Here are their names: Joe Desmond, Sandy Hanlon, Deidre Stuart, Ailish Walsh, Tommy Morrissey, James McCarthy, Martin Murphy and Clive Murphy. The least we can say is “Thanks lads”

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Home & G arden Things to do This Week As the weather improves everything is picking up pace. We'll 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. Flower Garden

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Finish sowing hardy annual flowers outside. Later sowings will result in later blooms. Sprinkle general purpose fertiliser around clumps of spring-flowering bulbs. Ensure permanent shrubs and hedging are given a generous feed using this or rose fertiliser. Hoe it into the soil's surface and water in before covering with a mulch of garden compost. Place support frames over tall perennials, or those with a floppy habit. Remember to put eye guards on top of any canes used. Prune back the flowering stems of hellebores, such as Helleborus argutifolius, as soon as blooms are past their best. Cut back to their base to make room for new shoots. If seedlings are required, leave a stem to set seed, then collect and sow it when ripe. Lightly trim off dead flowers of moss phlox, saxifrage, aubrieta and other alpines once they have faded. Excessive growth should also be trimmed to keep plants tidy. Rooted portions can be potted up separately.

Crops to sow outside or under cloches during early May include dwarf French beans, beetroot, sprouting broccoli, Brussels sprouts, summer and savoy cabbage, cauliflower, ridge cucumbers, endive, kale, kohl rabi, lettuce, marrows, peas, radish, spinach, swede, sweet corn and turnips. Delay sowings if soil conditions are cold and wet. For an early crop of beans, sow French and runner beans in pots in the greenhouse or on a windowsill. Choose deep pots, if possible, sowing two seeds per pot, and thinning to leave the strongest seedling which is then planted outside in late May or June. Alternatively, sow directly outside under cloches in May or June for a slightly later crop

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Water Garden Plant up new aquatic baskets with water lilies and other pond plants. If you have large, overcrowded plants, now is a good time to divide them.

In General Water newly planted fruit trees, roses and shrubs regularly to help their root systems establish. Hoe borders once a week to prevent weed seedlings establishing. Buy young plants for pots and con-

tainers as well for bedding displays. Most need to be potted up into 7.5cm (3in) pots and grown on in warm, bright conditions ready for planting out at the end of May. Be sure to acclimatise plants to cooler outdoor conditions before planting out. Don't be lulled into a false sense of security by warmer days. While the weather continues to be unpredictable, it pays to take precautions.

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People of Cork Urged to Swim 1K to Support “1 Day for Rehab” Cork’s Rachel Sarah Murphy takes part in a swimathon to launch 1 Day For Rehab :Rehab is calling on the people of Cork to sign up and do a 1K Swim as part of its 1 Day for Rehab fundraising appeal on Friday 17th June in aid of local services for people with disabilities. Rehab 1K Swims, which are supported by Coral Leisure, will be taking place in communities all over Ireland. Over 70 leisure centres and pools nationwide have agreed to waive their fees for those who wish to undertake a sponsored swim, so there really is every incentive to take part. Details of the participating leisure centres and pools, as well as other fundraising activities taking place in Cork as part of the appeal, can be found by logging onto www.1dayforrehab.ie The countdown to the appeal was kicked off at a marathon 24-hour competitive swim at the National Aquatic Centre in Dublin, which was supported by Fair City star and Cork native Rachel Sarah Murphy , Dragon Seán Gallagher, and RTÉ presenter Nuala Carey. This year Rehab has introduced a 1 Day pin which will be on sale, while Eurospar – which has nominated Rehab as its Charity of the Year – will be selling 1 Day for Rehab Irish-made chocolate lollipops through its network of 56 supermarkets countrywide. Every year, Rehab supports some 8,000 people with disabilities and others who are marginalised in Ireland to realise their dreams, learn skills, access job opportunities and live more independent lives. It does this through its resource and training centres, through its residential and supported accommodation services and through its respite care, outreach and homebased services. To register as a 1 Day for Rehab volunteer or to receive a fundraising pack, which includes all the tips needed to get an event up and running, contact the fundraising team on DouglasPostAd:Layout 1 18/08/2009 12:00 Page 1 01 210 0520.

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Discover Cork: Schools’ Heritage Project, 2011 A total of 24 schools in Cork City took part in the 2011 Discover Cork: Schools’ Heritage Project. Circa 700 students participated in the process with approx 189 projects submitted on all aspects of Cork’s heritage. The Discover Cork: Schools’ Heritage Project is a youth forum for students to do research and offer their opinions on important decisions being made on their heritage in their locality and how they affect the lives of people locally. The aim of the project is to allow students to explore, investigate and debate their local heritage in a constructive, active and fun way. Co-ordinator and founder of the project, Cllr Kieran McCarthy noted that “The project is about thinking about, understanding, appreciating and making relevant in today’s society the role of our heritage- our landmarks, our oral histories, our scenery in our modern world for upcoming citizens. So the project is about splicing together activity on issues of local history and heritage such as thinking, exploring, observing, thinking, discovering, researching, uncovering, revealing, interpreting and resolving. The Schools’ Heritage Project also focuses on motivating and inspiring young people, giving them an opportunity to develop leadership and self development skills, which are very important in the world we live in today.” The City edition of the Project is funded by Cork Civic Trust, Cork City Council, The Heritage Council, Cllr Kieran McCarthy, Lifetime Lab and Sean Kelly of Lucky Meadows Equestrian Centre. Full results for the City edition and the County edition of the project are online on Cllr McCarthy’s heritage website, www.corkheritage..ie.

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Ger O’Sullivan teed off as Captain on Sunday morning and Barry Murphy proved that age is not a barrier when at 70 years young he captured the coveted Captains prize. Barry playing off 12 was steady over the two rounds and finished with a credible 91 points. Sunday morning results: Overall winner Barry Murphy on 91 points 1st gr Richard Flaherty on 96 2nd nett Ger O Sullivan on 91 2nd gr Richard Jordan on 99 3rd nett Frank Bruen on 86 3rd gr Mark O Riordan on 103 4th nett Kevin Murphy on 86 on back 18 1st 18 hole nett Shane Horgan on 44 2nd 18 hole nett Brendan Hayes on 43 1st Juvenile Jack Howard on 86. Saturday morning Juvenile results 1st Fion Murphy on level 2nd Brendan Crowley on 1 over. Wednesdays nights results: 1st Mick Coakley,Barry Murphy, and John Tett on 82nett 1st gr Sid Venner, Con and Richard Jordan on 85.

Snippets from the Local and National Scene By Pat Harrington Cork Minor Hurling On May 8th. Cork are knocked out of the minor hurling championship. You know, there is something I find very strange. My understanding is (and feel free to correct me if I’m wrong) minor teams at intercounty level cannot train before March 1st. Whilst the hurlers adhered to this dictum the footballers have been training since January. A letter writer to De Paper last week prior to the Tipperary game maintained that the best players are not being picked. A Tipp supporter coming out of Thurles after the game was heard to remark it was the worst Cork minor team he had seen in twenty years. Cork were defeated by ten points. I read recently that the standard of Harty teams in Cork doesn’t really matter; I beg to differ. Limerick defeated Cork at minor level recently for the first time in a while. I believe the Shannonsiders had six Árd Scoil Rís players who had reached the all-Ireland colleges’ final. Waterford colleges are making good strides, as is the Waterford minor county team. Comment was made that there are more schools now and there is a need to tap into these valuable sources. A major problem is that some schools lack the expertise to promote hurling, or perhaps they are not sufficiently interested. There’s no doubt that if a school is to have successful teams it is essential to have

people on board with an interest in our games and a willingness to instill that enthusiasm in the students. This year, I think Chríost Rí struck the perfect balance. When they were training for An Corn Uí Mhuire (football) the students went back to class at night to ensure continuity of study. Charleville C.B.S. were beaten by a score a man in the 2011 Harty Cup final. A former Cork county hurler proposed separate northside and southside colleges teams representing Cork in the Harty Cup – and why not? Are we in denial as to where Cork hurling is at? We are told that our development squads are doing well in competitions such as the Tony Forestall Cup. That is all very well but it’s a big step up from there to minor. Here I ask the question, are new management faces needed or are we to accept the players are not there? No doubt the knives are already out. But it is solutions we need now, not knocking for knocking’s sake. Right now is the time to put people in place to examine the problem; people from outside of the senior board. It has been stated that Coiste Na nÓg (the new minor and underage board) will solve a lot of problems. I think things are more deep-rooted than that. The biggest challenge at minor level is to accept that Cork hurling has fallen behind the likes of Galway and Kilkenny and is beginning to fall behind in Munster also. Such acceptance

would at least be a starting point. It is not good enough to say that Cork, being Cork will always be capable of achieving success. It’s now time to change from plan A (whatever that may have been) and move forward with a new game plan. There is little point in saying that Cork were very unlucky last year against Waterford. Winning is a habit we develop, alas, so is losing. Football & Hurling The following heading appeared on the back page of the Evening Echo “Hurling paying the price for football success”. Joe Deane made the point that the success of Cork football along with the poor run at adult and underage hurling is having an adverse impact on the small ball game. In past decades players who would have opted for hurling are now likely to throw in their lot with the footballers. This is something that has negative affects also at club level. People tend to choose the game that is achieving most success – be it football or hurling. This success in one game may well camouflage what is happening in the other. Obviously any game will suffer if players are opting out. Those at committee level must be awake and alert to the situation. To ignore the problem is not the answer to the fall-out. Unless club members have a vision for the future the weaker game will undoubtedly continue to show a decline in standards.

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Douglas 0-14 Rathpeacon 0-06: Douglas finished strongly against Rathpeacon with seven points in the last ten minutes to gain their place in the next round of the Junior “A” football championship. The Douglas challenge was founded on a formidable half back line where veterans Andrew Shinnock, Nail Gannon and Dave McSweeney were the source of several attacks. Up front Gary McLoughlin scored Douglas’ opening point and along with Conor O’Donnell was a constant thorn in the Rathpeacon defence. James Moylan finished the game with two points for Douglas while Albert Clarke, Patrick McSweeney and Michael Carroll also got on

the scoresheet. Douglas claim Cork Community Games Football & Hurling Double: Eddie Murphy’s love affair with the Cork Community Games continued last Saturday when his U-10 footballers defeated Glanmire to claim a 16th Cork title in a row for Douglas. Playing with the aid of the wind Douglas struck early. Good work from Alan O’Hare and Fionn Sheehan, who had earlier in the day received his First Holy Communion, set up full forward Diarmaid McCarthy for a hat trick of first half goals. The second half saw the Douglas defence under a lot more pressure where Max White was superb in goal with Seán Nyhan, Kevin Roche and team captain Niall Barrett solid throughout. At

• Aaron Ward in c’ship action for Douglas minor hurlers

the other end Douglas forwards added to their tally with McCarthy finishing on 4-05, Alan O’Hare 0-03, Dylan Buckley 0-02, Fionn Sheehan 0-01 and Daniel Cunningham 0-01. Douglas will now represent Cork in the

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Results and Fixtures (Cork Zone) by Michael J. O’Shaughnessy (Cork Zone Inter Club Championship - Frances Cody Perpetual Trophy) The final of the above competition was played on Friday 13th May 2011 between Crosshaven and Douglas Community School and was held in the S.M.A. Hall, Wilton before a large attendance. The match was played in two sessions with the Singles and Triples games played in the first session and the Pairs and Fours in the second session. After the first session Douglas Community School were leading by 6-points to 3-points and by 28/26-shots. In the second session D.C.S. won the pairs but Crosshaven staged a great comeback and won both Fours games to leave teams level on 9-points each but under the rules of the competition (Rule 8 – If both teams are level after six games ,the highest score “For” shall decide the winner) and Crosshaven with the highest aggregate score (57/54) won the Trophy for the second year in succession. Congratulations to both teams on a most enjoyable and sporting match and the following are the details of the match with the Crosshaven names first: (1st Session) – (Singles):(Conor Middleton) beat (Niall Harte) ( 11/7) (Triples):- (Cora Sheehan, Con Middleton & Norna McGrath) lost to (Breda Dunlea, Liam Lynch & Steve Wingate) (8/9)

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pts)(57-shots)---Douglas Community School (9-pts)(54-shots) The Match was Umpired by Bob Jennings and Michael O’Regan. At the conclusion of play Hazel Foley (Zone Convener) presented the Frances Cody Perpetual Trophy to Robin Gregan (Club Captain) (St. Vincent’s Bowls Club Lic. Triples Competition – Final):- D.C.S. (B. McCarthy, C. Cremen & T. McCarthy) beat Ballincollig G.A.A. (M. Boyde, S. O’Leary & M. Sisk)(Match report in next weeks notes) 28 - Thur 19 May '11

Munster series in their quest for further glory. Meanwhile, on Sunday the under 10 hurlers clinched the double when they defeated Glounthaune and Cobh to win the Cork Community Games title.

by Finbarr Buckley Umbro U-12 Division Six Carrigaline Utd. A 1; Douglas Hall A 2 The hosts opened the scoring from a free-kick, before Adam McAuliffe’s cross was deftly touched to the back of the net by Kevin McCabe for the equalizer shortly afterwards. Eric Flanagan rifled in a spectacular long range strike to seal all three points for the Hall. The win extends the winners unbeaten run to six victories. Umbro U-12 Premier Douglas Hall 0; Mallow Utd. 1 The visitors struck the only goal of an exciting match on the stroke of halftime. Despite being on top for most of the second-half, the Hall, playing their last match of the season could not break down a resolute defence. Captain Seamus Fox, Nathan Walsh, Sam McGrath & Shane Murphy impressed for the home side, who wish to thank all the parents who helped out during the season. FOOT-NOTE : The club’s 40th anniversary celebrations were a huge success last Friday night at RPH, where over 170 people danced the night away to the fabulous five piece band Red Effect.

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Performance of the season from the boys as they stunned a very strong Park Utd side unbeaten in this division all year. Liam O’Sullivan was lightning quick out of the blocks and putting enormous pressure on the Park back four right from the start, he got his reward almost immediately when he rounded the Park centre half and slotted past the keeper for his fourth in four games. Looking assured at the back the boys defence and midfield snuffed out everything that Park had to offer and it wasn’t long before they went two up, Sam Downes blocking a clearance from Park led to a mix-up between their keeper and defender and Sam was on hand again to tap it into an empty net. Park were under intense pressure to deliver in the second half and playing with a strong wind kept pumping balls into the Corinthians penalty area, the boys dealt admirably with them but one lapse in concentration and Park capitalised to make it 2-1 with 20 minutes to go. A free kick from outside the box was brilliantly saved by Eric Hyland when it looked to be a certain equaliser but moments later a speculative kick forward from Park deceived Eric with a high bounce and looped into the net to make it two apiece. Dylan Virgo was very unlucky just before to end with a shot to win it for the boys but the keeper collected. Superb squad performance from the entire 16 of Eric Hyland, David Fischer, Jack Lyons, Brendan Powter, Adam Walsh, Paul Barry, Cameron White, Conor Nash, Karl Hyde, Liam O’Sullivan, Sam Downes, Liam McCarthy, Rory Kennedy, Luke Schum, Joe Cremin and Dylan Virgo

Division 5 Corinthian Boys C 5 Corkbeg 0

Corinthians started brightly and went ahead with a great goal from Conor Fagen following a super run and cross from Harry Deane. A second goal in the form of an OG came as a result of great football from Cian Morgan and Mark Cronin delivering a superb cross forcing the defender into the mistake .While Corinthians were well on top Corkbeg always looked dangerous going forward and were kept at bay throughout the match not only due to some superb saves from Cuchulain Livingstone in goal but also a defensive goal line clearance from Mark Morley. Corinthians were well marshalled by Conor Russell in which Alan Kelleher and Mark Fitzgibbon covered the forwards movement very well. A third goal from Jaze Kabia following some good work from Daniel O Donovan further stretched Corinthians lead before the break. In the second half a second goal for Conor Fagen following some great chasing down of the ball and a fine strike from Padraig Nash following a great pass from Harvey Cummins, saw Corinthians run out worthy winners.

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Under 15 Premier Division Leeds 0 Corinthian Boys 0

Fielding only four of last year’s squad, Corinthian’s turned in a fine team effort to earn a share of the spoils from a strong Leeds side. Great credit must go to the lads for putting in such a fine performance with Ross O’ Donovan outstanding in goal and Shane daly, Aaron baldwin, Dylan O’ Halloran and Dave Mc Carthy also turning in fine performances.

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