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THE BIG HOUSE GARDENS OF THE BLACKWATER VALLEY Molly Keane’s World - Garden tour 23rd – 26th May 2014 The Blackwater valley in Co. Waterford is home to the AngloIrish community made familiar to us through the writings of Molly Keane. We are fortunate to have Molly’s daughter Virginia with us together with two expert garden historians, Stephen Smith and Deborah Trentham. This exciting tour will feature exclusive visits to the
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private houses, gardens and landscapes of Molly Keane’s Ireland, and will illustrate the links between the fiction of her novels and the reality of life on the Anglo-Irish estates. Over the course of the weekend our tours will include visits to Cappoquin House and garden, Tourin House, the gardens of Lismore Castle, Salterbridge, Dromana and Ballymaloe Hotel, gardens and Cookery School. The cost covers all entry fees to houses and gardens, all pre-dinner receptions, dinners and lunches, talks and presentations and excursions together with coach travel throughout the tour, and we believe offers tremendous value. You can view a detailed programme of the tour online: http://www. thegardenhistorians.co.uk/ wp-content/uploads/2013/03/ complete-programme.pdf If you have any queries regarding the garden tour please contact Deborah at The Garden Historians on 07796 810554
The Douglas Post Magazine | Unit 29C | St Patrick’s Mills | Douglas West | Cork | Ireland 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 South Link Publishing Ltd, Unit 29C, St Patrick’s Mills, Douglas West, Cork.
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Ballinlough Writers Group
The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Board Room), Douglas on Fri 21st February 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! (inquiries 086 8839392)
Ballinlough Youth Clubs
Ballinlough Youth Clubs are hosting a Fun Table Quiz in Cork Con RFC on Friday 28th February at 8.00 p.m. Table of 4: €40. Come along and join us for an evening of fun, craic and entertainment.
Ballinlough Scouts
Ballinlough Scout Group caters for boys agreed between 6 and 18 in four age appropriate sections: Beaver Scouts (6 to 9 years); Cub Scouts (9 to 12 years); Scouts (12 to 15 years) and Venture Scouts (15 to 18 Years). We currently have a small number of vacancies for new members in the Cub Scout and Scout sections. All section meet
on a weekly basis in the Scout Hall in the Community Park in Ballinlough. If you are interested in joining or trying out scouting, you can apply online at www. ballinloughscouts.com Alternatively if you can contact us at 086-8328996
Journeys of Faith
Written by local Historian Kieran McCarthy is a beautiful edition, comprising of over 100 people’s memories of life and living in our parish. ‘Journeys of Faith’ is available for sale in the Parish Office, Sacristy, O’Driscoll’s Superstore, and Ballinlough Credit Union, Porters Douglas Court & Wilton, Liam Russel Oliver Plunkett Street, High Street Books and Supervalu, Skehard Road. Price €15.00
Bingo
The weekly session of Bingo is every Friday night at 8.15 in the Community Centre Community Centre Hall & Rooms to rent. Some dates available contact Booking Officer Terry Shannon -086 8502330
Listen We invite you to come and listen to
Message from the Bible
told simply and respectfully at
Frankfield - Grange Community Centre Every Sunday 7.30pm - 8.30pm Everyone is very welcome
Speakers:- David Tubman, David Delaney Telephone: 087 240 9969
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Your very own Community Radio Station Cork City Community Radio 100.5 FM Hear “Showbands at the Arcadia” 9.am Sat And listen in to The Writers Corner – Sun 6PM
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ADVANCED HEALTHCARE DIRECTIVES (“AHDs”) and LIVING WILLS The public consultation recently announced by the Minister for Health, Dr James Reilly TD, on the draft General Scheme of legislative provisions for advance healthcare directives to be incorporated into the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Bill 2013, should be of interest to all of us. Making the announcement, Minister Reilly said that AHD’s “represent an important means by which people can exercise their autonomy, which is an integral component of a patientfocused model of healthcare”. He added that “given that there is currently no specific legislation pertaining to advance healthcare directives in Ireland, incorporating provisions for advance healthcare directives into the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Bill 2013 represents an efficient and practical method of consolidating the law in this Advanced area”.
law, by which an individual can control property affairs after death (i.e., when no longer available to speak for themselves) and devised a way for an individual to express his or her health care desires when no longer able to express current health care wishes. As the individual was still alive but lacking capacity it was dubbed the “living will”.
Why the need in Ireland? And why now?
It is clear that there are many discrepancies in the medical care of the dying in Ireland. The results of which can make the whole experience unnecessarily prolonged and emotionally burdensome to both patients and their families. It is hoped that the new regulatory regime will ease this process.
The UK What are AHD’s? experience England and Wales legislated AHDs also known as ‘’’living wills’’’ are a set of written instructions that a person gives that specify what actions should be taken for their health, if they are no longer able to make decisions due to illness or incapacity. An example of a statement that could potentially appear in a living will is: “If I suffer an incurable, irreversible illness, disease, or condition and my attending doctor determines that my condition is terminal, I direct that lifesustaining measures that would serve only to prolong my dying be withheld or discontinued.”
History
The “living will” is not a new phenomenon globally. It was first proposed in 1969 by an Illinois attorney. The attorney drew from existing US probate
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for living wills under the Mental Capacity Act 2005. The area covered is only for an advance refusal of treatment for when the person lacks mental capacity and must be considered to be valid and applicable by the medical staff concerned. Research has shown demand for Living Wills in the UK has trebled in the two years previous to 2010, indicating the rising level of people concerned about the way in which their terminal illness will be managed. Niall Colgan is a general practice Solicitor based in the South Mall in Cork. T: (021) 4222 022 E: niall@colgansolicitors.com W: www.colgansolicitors.com
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HAVE THEY DONE THEIR DUTY? asks Diarmaid Ó Cadhla.
We must have Representation of the People not Political Parties, Banks or any other vested interests
With elections coming in May we need to ask whether we have been represented by our Council? Have we been consulted on the issues? Have our preferences determined the policy of Council? The vote in these elections is to decide who we want to represent us... do we continue with the Party system? Can we be represented by what are essentially private clubs? Where is the democracy and engagement with the people to decide our preferences? The Parties have a grip over our Councils, as they do over Dáil Éireann - and our country is in deep crisis - these facts are related. The decisions that led us into crisis were made in our name, but we had no part in making these decisions. We are lied to by all of the Political Parties, big or small, we are even told that we should expect lies during the course of an election!
So what should we expect from our local council?
Come to the
WEEKLY DISCUSSION MEETINGS Elections 2014 - Democracy - Crisis - Solutions Every Monday evening at
Ionad an Phobail, 99 Douglas Street, Cork (a Resource Centre working for the Empowerment of the People)
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According to article 28A of Bunreacht na hÉireann the duty of Local Government is “in providing a forum for the democratic representation of local communities”.
Does this imply that our community should be part of the decision making? Does our democratic right to be represented end once we mark a ballot paper? Do our rights last for about 2 minutes ever few years? Do we have a right to be represented all of the time, on every issue? If we are entitled to be represented then surely there must be a system of broad consultation? Have the current Council represented the will of the people, have they done their Constitutional duty to represent our communities? I think not. Democratic representation is the first step we must take in reaching a solution to the problems we face, let’s have it.
Diarmaid Ó Cadhla Candidate, South East Electoral Ward www.PeoplesCandidates.ie
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CROKE PARK Inspired by Ancient Wisdom By Denis Coffey
My own association with Croke Park goes back to my first visit, July 19th 1972 “The Big Fight” Muhammad Ali Vs. Al Blue Lewis, it took Ali 11 rounds to defeat Lewis, later at a press conference Ali commented that if someone had told me Taoiseach Jack Lynch was at ringside I would have finished the contest in the third round. Ali reputed to have been paid 80,000 pounds, his trainer Angelo Dundee said he was spellbound by the 18,000 Irish fans. The Brereton Brothers Joe and Sean, Edenderry boxing club made their ring available and in doing so made history. Ali “I’m so fast I can hit the light switch and be in bed before its dark” On one point there can be no doubt the legendary status of Ali, his power and splendour brought a whole new dimension to the world of boxing, record 61 contests, 56 wins and 5 defeats. During my lifetime I have been very lucky and privileged to have met so many interesting people and none more remarkable than the legendary Christy Ring. My father idolized Ringey around the fire he would talk about the glory years, the 40’s, 50’s Cork’s win over Dublin, 1952 their win over Galway 1953 and Wexford IN 1954, 4-in-a-row captains, 1941 Sonny Buckley, 1942 Jack Lynch, 1943 Mick Kenefick, 1944 Sean Condon, the list goes on. “Ringey a goalkeeper’s nightmare” The year 1954 the resourceful and legendary Nicholas Christopher Michael Ring was attempting to win a record eight all Ireland Medal. Cork won 1-9 to Wexford 1-6 Cork had now achieved their nineteenth all Ireland hurling title. Wexford captain Paddy Kehoe paid glowing tributes to Ring. The attendance record was 84,856; the 1954 attendance record will never be broken due to the capacity been reduced to 82,400. For the record in 1961 90,556 football fans were in Croke Park to see Down win by 3-6 to Offaly 2-8, “Christy
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Ring Roll of Honour”, 8 All Ireland medals, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1946, 1952, 1953, 1954, he captained Cork in 3 all Ireland wins, 1946, 1953, 1954, and became the first player to receive the McCarthy Cup three times, hurler of the year 1959, Texaco Hall of Fame Award 1971, Munster senior Hurling medals 9, All Ireland minor 2 – Munster minor 1, National league 4, Railway Cup 18, Munster Club Senior 1, Cork County Senior 13 with Glen Rovers, Cork Junior Cloyne 1, Cork County minor 1 with St Enda’s Midleton , Cork County senior football 1 with St Nicholas, Glen Rovers club 1941-1967, Cork senior hurling team from 1939-1963 with a grand total of 59 medals plus. Friday afternoon 2nd of March 1979 outside College of Commerce Christy Ring suffered a major heart attack and died, over 50,000 people turned out to pay tributes to a man who thrilled a nation, at the grave side in Cloyne Cemetery, his close friend Jack Lynch said as long as young men will match their hurling skills against each other in Irelands green fields, as long as young boys swing their Camans for the sheer thrill of the tingle in their fingers at the impact of ash with leather, as long as hurling is played, the story of Christy Ring will be told and that will be forever. Christy Rings motto never take your eye of the ball even when it’s in the referee’s pocket that was the sheer brilliance that makes a legend. A woman was heard saying after Rings removal it’s a sin to bury that man, it was so loyal and true. Another good friend of Christy Ring my father Paddy paid his humble tribute for his extraordinary goodness and generosity putting his skin, blood and heart into every game; Christy now deserved a hard earned heavenly peace. In 1993 a monument was unveiled by Jack Lynch in Cloyne, plus another magnificent statue was jointly unveiled at Cork Airport by Christy’s wife Mrs. Rita Ring and Bernard Allen TD in 1995. Also we have the Christy Ring Bridge, opened on the 13-2-1987 there is also a huge display of photos and more in his beloved Glen Rovers club. The location that inspired a nation, December 1913 the G.A.A bought the ground at Jones road Dublin, from Frank Dineen, a journalist and a supporter of the G.A.A, the move by the G.A.A to buy the grounds was tremendously popular and made a significant contribution to the organization moving forward, 1913 was also the year the teams were reduced to 15 players. The first All Ireland hurling final at Jones Road in 1895,
Tipperary 6-8, Killkenny 1-0. The first All Ireland football final in 1895; Tipperary 0-4, Meath 0-3. Cork’s first All Ireland football final at Jones road was in 1887, Dublin 2-6, Cork 0-2, Cork first All Ireland hurling final in 1901, Cork 2-8, Wexford 0-6. March 2005 the new re-development of Croke Park was completed, the total cost 260 million euro’s. People like Sean Kelly, Liam Mulvihill, and Peter Quinn with others worked magnificently as a team the refurbishment also made provisions for new facilities and amenities. The new museum and café are extraordinary; if you have never been I recommend you do. One of the Architects of the new spectacular and unique stadium at Croke Park Sean Kelly his vision and remarkable ability to foresee a change in peoples attitude regarding rule 42, which would be epochmaking if passed. The “Sacred Ground Croke Park” I have met Sean Kelly on a few occasions and the last chat we had was last year on the pitch in Thurless, after the game between Cork and Tipperary. Sean was born in Kilcummin Co. Kerry he is married to Juliette, and they have four lovely children; Laurence, Julie, Muiread and Padraig. Sean a teacher at St Brendan’s College Killarney for over 30 years, he was also a student at the college in the 60’s. I have asked myself the question what did motivate Sean as President of the G.A.A was very active and instrumental in organizing a debate on Article 42, my intrigue and curiosity led me to embark on a journey looking for answers. It was a humbling moment in time. My grandparents like many other families during the war of independence would remember and have a vivid sad memory of Bloody Sunday November 21st 1920 the unthinkable and unspeakable for many when the British army forced entry into Croke Park, the match between Tipperary and Dublin football teams which started at 2:45pm callous with brutality, the army opened fire and killed 14 people including Tipperary star player Mick Hogan in his Honour, we have the Hogan Stand, I know from the chats I had with my own grandparents it would not be acceptable to them and especially in Croke Park for anyone to sing God Save the Queen, but time moves on and time itself is a great healer for most people and I would add myself to that list. On Saturday April 16th 2005 a motion was passed Ta 227, Nil 97. Rule 42 paved the way for rugby and soccer to be played at Croke Park, on February 11th 2007 Ireland hosted France and on 24 March 2007 Ireland hosted Wales in soccer, the G.A.A have come a long way. The extraordinary and unique group of Volunteers in the G.A.A their contributions cannot be overstated, they are the pride of our nation triumphantly modest remarkably humble in their self-belief that our country is a better place because a few great men in 1884 said yes we can, and so they did. Slan Donncha Beanncht De Agat.
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SOUTH LINK: BLACKROCK/MAHON
Association for the coming months.
Monday
Dance for Fun: 10am-12noon, Set Dancing 8.30pm-10pm
Tuesday
ART for Adults 2pm-4pm, Childrens Irish Dancing 4pm-5pm, TAI CHI: 7.30pm-8 30pm
Wednesday
Dance for Fun: 10am-12noon, Crochet:: 2.30pm- 4.30pm, Line Dance: 7.30pm-8.30pm
Thursday
Pilates starting Thursday at 11am- 12noon Contact Irene for further information on: 087-612 2007
BLACKROCK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION– AGM
Anthony Nash was crowned the 96FM C103 Sports Star of the Year banquet at Rochestown Park Hotel last weekend Photo by Tony O Connell
Mahon Family Resource Centre runs a support group each Monday 11am – 1pm for Parents/Carers whose children have Special Needs or long term illness. We have a limited number of spaces available to those who wish to avail of this confidential service. Grandparents/Foster Parents are also very welcome.
With Nicholas O’ Keeffe. Call 087 230 7967
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
MAHON FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE
“Beginnings” Parent & Toddler Group Currently has a limited number of spaces available and are inviting parents with children aged 0 – 4 yrs to join their group. Enjoy a coffee and a chat with other parents as well as fun and activities with your child. The group is held each Friday at Mahon Family Resource Centre from 10am – 12.00pm. To join or for more information please call Christine on 021-358866
FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP
Mahon Family Resource Centre runs a support group each Monday 11am – 1pm for Parents/Carers whose children have Special Needs or long term illness. We have a limited number of spaces available to those who wish to avail of this confidential service. Grandparents/Foster Parents are also very welcome. To join or for more information please call Christine on 021-358866
MAHON COMMUNITY CENTRE
Check out our new Facebook Page for daily updates of what is happening in the community centre and around the Community, not to be missed! Great competitions coming soon! www.facebook.com/mahon.centre Mahon Community Bingo continues every Tuesday night at 8pm – All welcome.
BLACKROCK COMMUNITY CENTRE
Below is the new itinerary of activities at Blackrock Community
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WRITER’S GROUP MEETNGS Bishopstown Writers - Reading in Bishopstown Library Thurs 13th February at 6.15 PM
Douglas Writers Group -John O’Sullivan’s, Boardroom Friday the 14th Feb. at 5.30 pm
Douglas Junior Writers Group - Douglas Library Thursday 20th Feb at 5.30.PM
Mallow Poetry Group – Mallow Library - Tuesday 18th February at 12.30 p.m
Ballinlough Writers -John O’Sullivan’s (Douglas) Fri 21st Feb at 5.30 PM
Ó Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street
Writers Workshop – every Tuesday 3pm – 5pm
There is always something beautiful and romantic about Valentine’s Day Poems! Like the Beautiful Romantic Poems that young lovers write to each other or poems that strike a chord in one’s memory, or reach out and touch your beloved’s heart. Poems that awaken memories of holding hands and looking deep into his/her eyes. Of course we may buy a box of chocolates, a few roses, with a card that creates a Valentine’s Day feeling or perhaps add in a dinner for two. But a poem written from the heart, like this week’s poem from Neil O’Donoghue can say more then everything.
Bishopstown Library. It’s not for beginners, but for people who are already committed to writing and have quite an amount of work already written.
When (For Mary: My forever Valentine) When waters cease to touch the shore New born babies fail to cry When summer suns no longer set, My love for you will die When moonlights glow on lovers, fade, And stars refuse to shine, When mother’s arms don’t heal each woe, Your love will not be mine When eyes don’t meet in crowded rooms And Santa does not show, When roses loose their fragrance From you I’ll have to go. When absence won’t cause hearts to ache Words of love we no longer send When lips don’t meet to seal our dreams Then our love affair will end Neil O’Donoghue
Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ /Douglas Post, Unit 29C, St Patrick’s Mills, 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
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JOHN O’SULLIVAN’S BAR DOUGLAS
DOUGLAS GAA CLUB Readings by Billy McCarthy and Cliff Wedgbury 8 p.m. – Saturday 1st March
ST. LUKE’S CHURCH DOUGLAS Remembering Lennox Robinson: A short talk on the author’s life and works, followed by readings of two of Robinson’s stories. Saturday 1st March at 2pm
QUIGLEY’S RESTAURANT DOUGLAS VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTRE Readings by members of the Douglas Junior Writers at Midday
An evening of Storytelling, from the Yarnspinners 5 p.m. Saturday 1st March.
SOUTH COUNTY DOUGLAS Readings by Billy O’Callaghan and Ronnie McGinn followed by the official closing of the festival 8 p.m. Sunday 2nd March
ST COLUMBAS HALL 3 P.M. on Sunday 2nd March The Monfort College of Performing Arts Directed by Suzanne Jones will perform a Lennox Robinson play.
DOUGLAS LIBRAY A new portrait of Douglas born Abbey Theatre playwright Lennox Robinson who lived in Westgrove House, is to be unveiled by Cork’s Lord Mayor Cllr Catherine Clancy in Douglas Library at 11AM on Saturday 1st March. The portrait has been painted by London based Bernard Canavan well known as the artist of the London Irish.
OFFICIAL OPENING Eoghan Harris to perform opening ceremony in St Columba’s Hall at 9pm on Friday February 28th. Cliff Wedgbury will launch Pete Duffy’s new Book “Old Dog for the Hard Road
The Lennox Robinson Literary Festival Douglas (Feb 28th – March 2nd)
DOUGLAS ST PATRICKS DAY PARADE In association with the Douglas Community Association
Parade Starts at 2pm from Community Park For entry forms for the parade contact Marie Piper Gregan 0894408242 or email marie@douglaspost.ie
FAMILY DAY In The Park ★ Carousel ★ DJ ★ Face Painters Stalls ★ Tea ★ Cakes Do come along and join in the FUN
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St. Patrick’s Day Duck Race Community Park in Douglas GET YOUR DUCKS NOW! €2 EACH or 3 for €5 Contact Marie 089 440 8242
or keep your eye out for Ducks at your local shops.
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APPLICATION FORM St. Patrick’s Day Parade Name:................................................................................................................................................. Address:........................................................................................................................................... Phone: .............................................................................................................................................. Email : ............................................................................................................................................... Group Name: ................................................................................................................................ Walking Group............................................................................................................................. Number in Group...................................................................................................................... Float: ............................................................................................................................................ Entrance Fee: ......................................................................................................................... Amount Due: .......................................................................................................................... Each group that has a group of 10 children or more must have an Adult responsible for them throughout the parade and an entrance form filled out by entrants. The entrance fee for Parade is €10:00 per Group.
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The wedding of Emma Hayes and Gerard Barry. Included is their son Ethan, bridesmaid Rebecca Haye and bestman David Barry.
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NEW TAPAS BAR OPEN Morris House, Douglas West. Tel: 021 238 8999 (Opposite John O‘Sullivans bar and the South County)
Montfort College of Performing Arts under the guidance of Director Suzanne Jones are to perform“ The Clancy Name” a short play by Lennox Robinson in St Columba’s Hall at 3 pm on Sunday 2nd March. Admisson is free!
The Lennox Robinson Literary Festival Douglas (Feb 28th – March 2nd)
Lennox Ro binson Pl ay for St Co lumba’s Hall
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Montfort Co llege of Perfo rming Arts
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Owenabue Garden and Flower
DOUGLAS PAY PARKING CHANGES DEFEATED BY 1 VOTE As I previously reported, I have been working for some time to bring about changes to the operation of pay parking in Douglas. Central to the proposed changes was the introduction of free parking for the first hour, in other words, an initial one hour grace period. I strongly believe that this change would make the parking regime fairer and more user friendly as well as improving the vibrancy of Douglas. I did not initially support the introduction of pay parking in Douglas as I believed the regime being introduced would have a negative impact on Douglas. I have carefully listened to feedback over the past 21 months and, unfortunately, I believe my fears have been borne out. The proposed changes which Cllr. David Boyle and I have been pursuing are measured and balanced. If enacted, these changes would not take away some of the benefits which residents have experienced from the parking system. We initially proposed these changes last July and after facing a number obstacles and delays, the issue finally came to a vote in the Council chamber on Monday, 10th February. The decision before Councillors was to proceed to the first stage of enacting the changes ( public consultation ) or to stall the issue further by waiting for a Countywide parking policy from a special committee. The vote was 18 to 17 in favour of stalling the issue and therefore against proceeding with the proposed changes. I am fiercely disappointed with this outcome, especially to be defeated by only one vote. As a matter of record, the Fine Gael party voted against proceeding with the proposed changes, including all the local FG Councillors. The outcome of the vote has essentially set back the process of changing the parking system by at least 6 - 9 months. It was a critical decision for Councillors, and regrettably, I fundamentally believe that the wrong decision was made.
The next meeting of the Owenabue Garden and Flower, Carrigaline, will take place in St Mary’s C.of I. school Hall (entrance beside the main gates to the Community School) on Monday 24 February at 8 pm. Jean Perry will give a talk on “Gardening at the Glebe Garden, Baltimore”. Viistors welcome. Enquiries to 086 3222615
TIDY TOWNS
Carrigaline Tidy Towns committee is planning more gardens for the town in the year ahead. They intend to engage the services of the landscaper to design the gardens. They are also getting professional advice to prepare a new three-year plan for this year’s National Tidy Towns entry. Meanwhile comments and ideas from the general public are most welcome. New members and volunteers are needed as always and welcome. The Carrigaline Tidy Towns Awards night takes place in the Carrigaline Court Hotel on Thursday 20th February. All are welcome.
SCÓR
GAA Clubs, parents and National School teachers in the Carrigdhoun division are asked to encourage National School going children to participate in Scór na bPáistí the cultural competitions of the GAA. Young boys and girls with talent should be given the opportunity to represent their National Schools in the divisional rounds and go on to the County if they qualify. The Carrigdhoun semi finals are in the Marian Hall, Ballinhassig on Saturday 15th February at 2.30 pm. Scór Sinsear is fixed for Minane Bridge on Sunday 16th February at 7.00pm. .
7686 112 or Barry Cogan 021 437 2035 or 087 813 7990.
AIFREANN GAEILGE
Beidh Aifreann Gaeilge á chéiliuradh an Domhanach seo chugainn 9ú Feabhra ar a 10.00 a.m. Beidh fáilte roimh amhránaithe go dtí an Cór Gaeilge. Beidh bileoga Aifrinn ar fáil ag na doirse. Gach eolas ó Aislinn 087 9699 488.
PIPE BAND AGM
The Pipe Band, which is at present gearing up for the St Patrick’s Day parade in Carrigaline, recently held their annual general meeting. Officers elected were Chairman Dan O’Neill, Vice Chairman Pat Tobin, Hon Secretary Erica Breen, Hon Treasurer Denis Drinan, Assistant Treasurer Tom Hanlon, Pipe Major Jason Deasy and Drum Seargent Jerry Higgins.
DOUGLAS COMHALTAS
Craobh Comhaltas na Dúglaise which has a membership of over 400 teach traditional music and singing to some 350 in Gaelscoil na Dúglaise every Wednesday night. Branch members take part in competitions and play at sessions, concerts, Masses and other events throughout the year. Comhaltas na Dúglaise are at present preparing for Ceol An Geimhridh and Feis Maitiu. They are also getting ready for the Cork County Fleadh Cheoil, which takes place in Skibereen on 9th 10th and 11th May. The branch still has one or two vacancies in children’s beginners’ bodhran and tin whistle classes. Enquiries Aislinn 087 9699 488 or email douglas@comhaltas.net
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GETTING ELVIS TO TRUST ME
By Eileen Mitchell I’d been toying with the idea for years: getting a dog, that is. But I had doubts, thanks to the long work hours I keep coupled with a tiny condo. Neither would be fair to Fido, I reasoned. Talking with people from rescue groups. Doing a little research. A little reading. A lot of longing. And one dog kept coming to the forefront. The dog that likes to sleep all day and thrives in small quarters. The dog that doesn’t bark, hardly sheds and is smart, sweet, and affectionate. The dog known as the 40-mile-per hour couch potato. The dog, it seems, was destined for me: the ex-racer Greyhound. And that’s how I got Elvis. During his racing days, the fawncoloured hound lived most of his life inside a crate, sometimes up to 22 hours at a time, and often lacked personal attention. At that time the bonding would begin and his true personality would shine forth. For the first couple weeks all Elvis did was sleep inside the temporary crate set up in my living room. Eventually, however, he learned that the brushed velvet donut pillow lying in the pool of sunshine under the picture window was far more comfortable. He also discovered that life outside the crate featured numerous squeaky toys, the occasional doggie treat and a
human who loved giving belly rubs. Elvis began greeting me at the front door every day, jumping up and down when I returned from work. He started nuzzling me when I brushed his hair and dropping his favourite stuffed animal at my feet while I watched TV. He started going everywhere with me; parks, parades, friend’s houses and dog-friendly stores and neighbourhood coffee shops. Everywhere except upstairs. I attached his leash and tried walking him up the stairs. I begged, I pleaded, I used my stern human voice, but Elvis would have nothing to do with stairs, uh uh, no way. Even if it meant being separated from his human. Steps weren’t his only idiosyncrasy. We were walking one summer evening when he suddenly started limping and biting at his front paw. A thistle had lodged between his pads. Repeated attempts to touch his paw resulted in the same reaction. When we saw Dr. Bradley the next day, she asked if I’d been walking Elvis on hot asphalt. I explained that Elvis was an ex-racer and had just been adopted a couple months ago. She shook her head knowingly. “Poor baby. His pads are still raw from racing.” Elvis was now quite secure, happily traipsing around the first floor like he had lived there forever. Because during winter walks, how would I ever wipe mud from his paws? Subsequent attempts to touch his paws, however gentle, were met with the same adverse reaction. I realized that like the steps, paws were forbidden territory. I was prepared, albeit reluctantly, to deal with muddy paw prints on the hardwood floors downstairs. I was stunned and moved when this time, after hesitating, he allowed me to lift each paw, never wincing as I gently wiped the mud. Leaping out of bed, I opened my bedroom door and found, to my surprise and delight, Elvis on the landing. Mud-free paws and all.
COMMUNITY AND TWINNING GRANTS 2014 Cllr Kieran McCarthy is calling on community associations, residents associations and other organisations in Cork City to avail of funding for Cork City Council’s Community Project Grants (excluding arts and sports) in 2014. Applications are invited from Community Groups for funding towards community projects and programmes and Capital Works by Community Associations. Applicants should outline the purpose for which the grant is requested, the breakdown of costs, management arrangements, details of the target group, extent of voluntary contribution and contact hours. Application Forms, Community Development Grant Criteria and information are available by emailing susan_skelly@corkcity.ie or by telephoning 021-492 4596. Applications should be forwarded by the closing date of Thursday, 27th February 2014 to: Susan Skelly McGovern, Housing & Community Services, Cork City Council, 2nd Floor, City Hall, Cork., or to susan_skelly@corkcity.ie Cllr McCarthy noted “the funding available for community projects, in particular, is useful to kickstart projects that bring the community together. I would love to see more projects that have a festival feel to them, more projects that bring the young and old together”. Cork City Council has also an open call for providing grants to Cork city based groups who are willing to pursue activities to promote the twinning links between any of the twinned cities subject to certain conditions. Cork city is twinned with 6 cities, Cologne, Germany, Coventry, United Kingdom, Rennes, France, San Francisco, U.S.A., Swansea, Wales and Shanghai, China. Chair of the San Francisco sub-committee on the Cork side, Cllr Kieran McCarthy noted “In particular I would like to see projects that strengthen the links between San Francisco and Cork in the guise of an arts/ cultural/ heritage projects. The twinning grant scheme is an ideal source of funding to get ideas off the ground and connect Cork people to other cities of international importance”. All applications must be supported by detailed programmes and financial projections. Application forms, together with the conditions applying, are available from the Reception Desk, Cork City Council, City Hall or alternatively, may be downloaded from www.corkcity.ie/twinninggrants. Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on Friday, 14th March 2014. http://www.corkheritage.ie/ http://www.kieranmccarthy.ie/ Kieran’ heritage on facebook: Cork: Our City, Our Town
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Buttimer calls for continuing dialogue to resolve impasse over development of cystic fibrosis facilities at CUH Cork South Central Fine Gael TD, Jerry Buttimer, Chairman of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children has called for continuing dialogue to resolve outstanding issues regarding the enabling of a specially developed in-patient facility for people with cystic fibrosis at Cork University Hospital. Deputy Buttimer raised the issue by way of topical issue debate in Dáil Eireann and said that any discussions must include Build4Life. “Over the past few months, a disagreement has developed between Build4Life, the HSE and Cork University Hospital concerning the use of funding for the development of an in-patient facility for people with Cystic Fibrosis at CUH. It has specifically involved disagreement over the ring-fencing of beds for patients with cystic fibrosis. The ward has 20 beds, a proportion of which are to be designated for patients with cystic fibrosis. All parties have an interest in resolving this issue and I would call for everyone to sit down and discuss how it can be resolved in the interests of patients. This unit was developed at a cost of approximately €2.3 million, which was raised by Build4Life including a contribution of €300,000 over two years made by the Minister for Health, through National Lottery funding. Cork University Hospital has also contributed to this project, investing €250,000 in preparing the site. Everybody has invested time, energy and money in getting this project to the stage where it would benefit patients. Patients must be at the centre of everything we do in the health system and it is important that the needs of patients with cystic fibrosis are paramount in resolving disagreements over bed allocation. Families and patients with cystic fibrosis want to ensure the new facility is operated in a long-term manner that is feasible and viable. While there has been welcome dialogue between many of those involved it is important the group that raised the money for this project is included in any negotiations or discussions with the hospital. This is about the delivery of the best possible outcome for patients. I am sure everybody wants to ensure that these beds are opened, thereby improving the health care provided to patients with cystic fibrosis. “The development of special facilities at Cork University Hospital for people with cystic fibrosis has been possible because of the tremendous fund-raising efforts and dedication of those involved in Build4Life in raising the necessary capital investment required. A great tribute is due to all involved with Build4Life who, since its establishment in 2007, have raised €3.4 million to develop a range of in-patient and outpatient cystic fibrosis facilitates. It is important a resolution is found to this impasse and that the investment by Government, the HSE and Build4Life is brought to fruition, thereby delivering access to isolated beds and other facilities for patients with cystic fibrosis.”
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I am getting Invalidity Pension. Will my payment be increased when I reach 65 years of age later this year?
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No. As a result of changes announced in Budget 2014, the higher payment at age 65 is no longer made. Invalidity Pension is a weekly payment for people who cannot work because of a long-term illness or disability and who are covered by social insurance (PRSI). From 2 January 2014, in line with the abolition of the State Pension (Transition), the higher weekly Invalidity Pension rate of €230.30, paid when claimants reached age 65, has been discontinued. Previously, at age 65 the rate of payment increased to the same rate as the State Pension (Transition). The rate now payable to people
aged 65 (and under) is €193.50 per week. This change applies to those claiming Invalidity Pension who reach their 65th birthday on 2 January 2014 or later. Existing 65-year-old claimants are not affected by the change. People who are getting Invalidity Pension (existing and new recipients) will continue to be automatically transferred to State Pension (Contributory) at age 66 and they will then receive a weekly rate of €230.30. There is also a change to the weekly rate payable to some qualified adults of those claiming Invalidity Pension. For those qualified adults who reach their 66th birthday on or after 2 January 2014, the weekly rate payable has been standardised at €138.10 per week. Existing qualified adults who reached the age of 66 before 2 January 2014 are not affected by the change. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. Know Your Rights has been compiled by Blackrock Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076 930
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There are some things you can do to help a person who is having a seizure:
Remember to stay calm. Do NOT put anything in the person’s mouth (including your fingers) or give them anything to drink or eat (including any medication)
Ensure the person cannot injure themselves – remove sharp or hard objects (if possible) from around the person and place something soft under their head. Do not try to restrain the person. Make sure you do not get injured if they are thrashing around. Take note of what time the seizure began and time how long it goes for; if it is longer than five minutes or you are very worried and need help then call an ambulance. Place the person on their side once the seizure has subsided and their body has softened (it is stiff and rigid during a seizure). This helps the person breathe easier and allows the saliva to drain from the mouth. If you have a question, contact Garvan at Lynch’s Pharmacy, Douglas on 021-4366923, or email: garvanlynch@eircom.net
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THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK It’s good to see the daffodils are struggling to make an entrance, soon spring will be all around us, it’s time to get ready for the days ahead. We’ll try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing. Now not everything in this article may apply to you or to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.
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Sow tomatoes, cucumbers and melons for growing in unheated greenhouses. Tie in young shoots on grapevines as they develop. Sow basil and other tender herbs in gentle heat. Sow peppers and aubergines, and prick out into small pots. Mulch roses with rotted manure. Re-pot or top-dress greenhouse Sow sweet peas outdoors where pot plants. Increase watering they are to grow. Harden off and and ventilation under glass, and plant out hardy annuals, sown begin feeding actively growing last autumn. plants. Scrub down staging with a dilute solution of Jeyes fluid.
FLOWER GARDEN
KITCHEN GARDEN Tidy and weed asparagus beds, and plant new crowns. Protect wall-trained peaches and apricots with fleece if hard frost is forecast. Finish pruning gooseberries and other soft fruit. Sow main crop onions, and plant onion sets. Divide overcrowded lovage, tarragon, marjoram and other perennial herbs. Dig up and force the last roots of Belgian chicory.
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Refresh the water in ponds if needed, drain off about one third, thin plants and then trickle in fresh water. Feed or top-dress water lilies with aquatic fertiliser. Start adding new oxygenators to the pond by tossing in weighted bundles of cuttings.
IN GENERAL
Spray paths with a suitable residual weed killer.
Give the lawn its first cut when
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DEMENTIA AND IT’S IMPACT ON OTHERS
When a person is diagnosed with dementia it is life changing for the person and their family. Dementia often starts with short term memory loss but it can also affect the way people think, speak and do things. People with dementia can become confused, find it difficult to communicate, they can’t remember the words they want and can have difficulties planning.
Brussels we will meet on 24th of February at 11:30 in Douglas Shopping Centre to go over details of the trip. For more info contact me on 436 3867.
Dementia also affects people’s moods and motivations. People can feel sad, frightened or angry about what is happening to them. Dementia is caused by a number of diseases that affect the brain. The most common is Alzheimer’s. At the moment 41,700 people are living with the condition in Ireland, with 4,000 under the age of 65. Alzheimer’s accounts for 50% of all cases of dementia. By 2041, 147,000 people will be living with dementia, it will be one of the biggest major public health issues facing Ireland today. Keeping fit and active is so important for our well being.
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Our group meet every Monday in the Mardyke arena from 9:30 to 12:00. For just 5 euro you have Pilates, pool and different exercises, exercise bike etc, all done in a fun filled atmosphere. Also on Monday from 2-4 in Douglas G.A.A hall we have painting classes. Beginners are especially welcome, it is a great way to express your emotions by doing whatever you choose with a brush and it is very therapeutic. Materials are supplied free of charge for beginners. For all who are going on the trip to Amsterdam and
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Agnes
Tune into Cork City Community Radio 100.5fm at 6 o clock, where I chat to a different guest each week on a variety of topics.
“You can do anything, but not everything” - David Allen UPCOMING EVENTS Mondays Exercise and swimming Mardyke Arena 9.30-12.30 Painting and art therapy Douglas G.A.A Hall 2-4 Care-ring friendly phone service Tuesdays Knitting and Crochet Pastoral Church Hall 2-4, Advanced Computer Classes Wednesdays Bingo Lion House 2-4, Computers for beginners, Community School Thursdays Tai-Chi Library 11-12, Indoor Bowls, Boys National School 3-5 March 31st: Trip to Brussels April 16th: Trip to Dail Eireann Cherish your yesterdays Dream your tomorrows Phil
A very happy birthday to an inspirational lady who has just celebrated her 99th birthday, Agnes McCarthy. Agnes has 8 children, 26 grandchildren and 56 great-grand children. I have no doubt she will be getting that cheque from the president next year.
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John and Ogie O’Callaghan from Douglas at the Beara Association Social at the Viaduct Inn. Picture: Mike English
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 Douglas over 60s talent competition
The Douglas heat of the over 60s takes place on February the 25th at 8pm at St. Columbas hall, where contestants will perform for the Luke Philpott perpetual trophy. This event is sponsored by the Douglas Credit Union and creates a great community atmosphere. If you would like to represent Douglas and partake in the over 60s give Phil a call on 021 436 3867.
Douglas Writers Group
The next meeting of the Douglas Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Business Centre), Douglas on Friday 14th February at 5.30 pm. The Douglas Writers Group meets on the 2nd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there.
New Works Planned for the Park Boundary Wall at St. Luke’s
As readers may be aware, we started building our new extension to the community centre,
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Noreen Fitzgerald, Bishopstown, (centre) with Eileen and Sean O’Sullivan (Douglas) at the Beara Association Social at the Viaduct Inn. Picture: Mike English
to encompass a state-of-the-art Meals-onWheels facility, in July 2013 and this work should be completed by July 2014. Work has been taking place to put a steel security fence on top of the lime stone wall which forms a boundary for St. Luke’s, Church of Ireland property and grave yard, so as to increase security for our new building from the Church Road side. Work will continue to complete this project in 2014.
Central Path to be widened for new Cycle Path
Work will continue to complete this Cork County Council are planning further work in the park in the coming year, and one of the first changes will be to extend the width of the central path through the park to 3 metres to facilitate a new cycle path which will exit the park on the Church Road end at the wicket gate entrance. This route will tie in with the new cycle path up through the ‘Mangla’ which is presently being completed by Cork County Council, and will exit in Donnybrook adjacent to the Maxol Filling Station.
Kick-about/Basketball Area for Teenagers
A new enclosed facility on the Church Street side of the existing Playground and aprox. half the size of the Playground, will be provided by the council as a kick-about/ basketball area suitable for teenagers. The above works will commence shortly and should be completed before October, 2014. Every effort will be made to minimize disruption for people using the park.
Douglas Playgroup and
Pre-School – a mom’s account!
Spring is in the air at Douglas Community Playschool and Pre-School with the children learning about frogs and it’s great to see the colourful collages they make which adorn the hallway for all the parents to see too. But it will be hard to top the excitement of last Friday when a few Firemen from Cork Fire Brigade popped in for a visit. My son couldn’t contain his excitement telling me all about playing with the firemen, the fire truck, the firemen’s hat and the big fire hose and all you could hear at collection time was “neenaw” so I think everyone had great fun! A big thank you to the Firemen for taking the time out to visit our school and to the teachers for arranging it and making our children’s time at playschool full of such wonderful experiences. Bookings for places are currently being taken for September 2014 in the play school room and for the free pre-school year. For further details please contact us on 086-1217161.
Young at Heart Trip
Join Young at Heart on their trip to Amsterdam, Antwerp, Bruges, Ypres and Brussels for 5 days from March the 31st to April the 4th out of Cork. We will visit the European Parliament, have lunch with our MEPs, a luxury coach and guide for the entire trip. Anyone interested in going contact me at 021 4363867.
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PINCHED NERVE It’s called a pinched nerve because that’s what it feels like. But there’s a lot more going on!
Dr Stefan Billing, Koru Chiropractic
The 24 moving bones of your spine protect your spinal cord while permitting normal turning and bending. Pairs of nerve roots, one on each side, branch off your spinal cord at each segmental level to service the organs and tissues of your body. When these openings are obstructed, even slightly, your brain can’t properly control and regulate your body. When a spinal bone is malpositioned, it can encroach upon these important nerve openings. Nerve irritation can result. We call that a subluxation. When spinal bones lose their normal motion or position, it can cause one of two types of nerve disturbances:
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This is when the nerve root is stretched, twisted or chafed. Think: hard tissue rubbing on soft tissue. But remember, bones are static structures. They don’t move unless muscles move them. And muscles don’t move bones unless commanded by the nervous system. An irritated nerve creates a vicious loop. Our job is to locate these areas of your spine and reduce their impact on your nervous system.
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A thorough examination helps us identify areas of your spine where spinal muscles and bones are moving correctly. This tells us which nerves are not functioning correctly. Then, we give them a precise impulse called a chiropractic adjustment. Your body uses this quick stretch to trigger a reflex which allows the body to “reset itself” as nerve irritation is reduced. Because chiropractic addresses the integrity of your nervous system, it’s a natural solution to many health problems. Give us a call. We’re here today and we’re ready to help. Give us a call to schedule a check-up and we’ll see how we can help get you back on the road again, running better than you were before.
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FLO O D AG R EEMENT B ET WEE N I NSU RANCE I ND U STR Y & OPW NEED S TE ETH An agreement being discussed between the insurance industry and the OPW regarding the provision of coverage to areas previously affected by flooding, where remedial and preventative works have been carried out, must have teeth according to Ciaran Lynch TD. “Insurance companies often refuse coverage to business properties or residences that were previously flooded, because they are seen as future predictable risks. Rather than refusing just one affected area, insurance companies, through a process of geo-zoning, have been denying flood coverage to entire districts regardless of risk. “The agreement presently being worked on between the insurance industry and OPW must ensure that homeowners and businesses can receive insurance at a reasonable cost, if remedial, preventative and corrective measures have been put in place in the area. “Not only do homeowners and businesses have to deal with initial trauma and damage from flooding, but the situation gets even worse in that they find themselves locked out of future insurance cover. This has very serious effects in regard to the value of property and the ability to sell it on, or in the case of a business to continue trading due to not being able to insure its’ stock. Commenting on any final agreement between the OPW and the insurance industry, Deputy Lynch concluded: “The memorandum needs to recognise the reduced risk arising from these works that have been carried out by the State, and ensure insurance policies are assessed on an individual basis, rather than grouping properties together based on geographic location regardless of risk.” Ciarán Lynch TD. Constituency Office, 29 St. Patrick’s Mills, Douglas. Tel: 021 4366200
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Email: ciaran.lynch@oir.ie
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ANIMAL FRIENDS by Declan Quigley
harmful. It’s up to us to remove those unsafe materials from their play and living areas to ensure that they remain happy and healthy in their new home.
DON”T MAKE A HABIT OF FEEDING YOUR PET SCRAPS
Giving your pet too much human food can sour its appetite for pet food. This can create problems in the future as pet food contains all the vitamins and nutrients your pet needs to maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle.
SOCIALISING TAKES TIME
NEW PET CARE Having a pet as part of your family can bring a level of happiness that only those who own pets will ever get to experience. However, we also know how daunting it can be introducing a new member into your family, especially as a first time pet owner, and taking on the responsibilities of caring for our little friends. That’s why we’ve put together a few simple tips to help make your new pet comfortable and ensure you become the best of friends with no fuss and no stress.
MAKE SURE THE REST OF THE FAMILY IS PREPARED
Having a pet in the house is a wonderful experience but it also requires a bit of preparation time to make sure everyone understands the responsibilities and jobs that need to be done. A few simple things to discuss are:
Feeding time and location Exercise schedule Changing the water bowl Location of kennel (for outside dog or cat)
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO VISIT A VET
Your new pet is temporarily protected against a range of diseases through antibodies received in their mother’s milk. However, this can also neutralise any early vaccinations the pet receives. It is for this reason that puppies and kittens require a series of vaccinations through the first few months of their lives as well as worming and heartworm prevention to make sure they are well enough protected to enable them to play outside.
REMOVE ANY HARMFUL MATERIALS
Our pets (especially puppies and kittens) don’t know the difference between what is edible and what is potentially
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Socialisation is extremely important in raising a well adjusted and healthy pet. However, just like we humans, you don’t want to pile it on too heavy. Take a bit of time allowing your pet to get used to all the things they will encounter in their adult life such as new people, other animals, moving objects, loud noises such as ringing phones and different surfaces like wood and carpet.
PATIENCE AND PERSISTENCE GO A LONG WAY
Every pet is different and it’s those differences that allow us to form special bonds with our pets. Getting to know your pet, its unique behaviour, its likes and dislikes, takes a bit of patience but is a wonderful process that is more about the journey than the destination. Take time getting to know your pet; be patient and be persistent, especially when it comes to showing him what he can and can’t do. If you have any queries regarding the information above or any other aspect of your pets health please do not hesitate to call us at the clinic on 021 4890101. The Village Veterinary Clinic, 31A/B St Patrick’s Woollen Mills, Douglas, Cork. 021 4890101
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winner’s Margaret Ryan, Liam Kennedy, Frank Kavanagh 51&1/2 nett, runner’s up Patricia O’Mahony, Mick Murphy, Gary Ryan 52 nett.
Fixtures
Sunday at 3pm,weather permitting our junior team will play at the ESB this Sunday at 10.30am.
The Bill McGuire Memorial Golf Open Mallow Golf Club on Sunday 6th April 2014 Tee Times: 12. 00 pm to 1.00 pm. Price €30 Please contact Eamon 086 841 6340
Cork GAA were winners of the best website at the recent McNamee Award ceremony pic shows back row l-r George Hatchell Photographer Seamus Kyne Sportsmanager who operate the site Diarmuid Gowen former Development Officer front row Ger Lane Vice Chairnan Cork Co Board Tracey Kennedy PRO and Peter Devine GAA Historian
This Week at Curraheen Park This week’s racing kicks off on Friday 14th February with 10 races on the card. We have the semi-finals of The A5 525 Stake with €900 and a trophy for the winner on the night of the final. The ones to watch for here are Mr. Outback owned by O’Donnells-Bar-Syndicate from Glanworth, Co. Cork and trained by Tom O’Neill and Mounthillary owned by David Manning from Macroom, Co. Cork and trained by James Kelleher. There is also a D3 750 race with €350 for the winner on the night. Saturday 15th sees the final of The 50th Annual Guinness Trophy Stake. The winner of this stake will receive €4,200 and a trophy on the night. The likely favourite here is Nellies Flyer owned by Michael O’Driscoll from Killeagh, Co. Cork and trained by John Kiely. The final of The A4 Duel Distance Stake is also on this Saturday night. The winner will take home €600 and a trophy on the night. The one to watch for here is Rosies Champ owned by Donal Riordan from Bantry, Co. Cork. The first round heats of
The Garden Goodness A2 525 Stake are starting on Saturday night. The winner will take home €1,400 and a trophy on the night of the final. And finally we have The Curraheen Park Bookmakers Getting Out Stake A1 525 with the winner receiving €400. A great weekend of racing to look forward to here at Curraheen Park.
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RAFEEN CREEK PITCH & PUTT Notes by Brendan Hayes Juniors were the only team to play this weekend all others games were cancelled, and they got off to a good start winning 5.5 to 3.5 against Collins B.
Fixtures: Feb 16th, Seniors play the ESB in Collins,the Inters play St Stephens in Fermoy and the Juniors play Lakewood in ESB.
Committee meeting Thursday night 7pm to discuss open day on the 21st Feb for juveniles in the locality. Sunday Threeball Competition,
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LAST WEEK’S BRAIN TEASER A party of Douglas Post staff members were being given a guided tour of the Clocks and Watches gallery. “I bet you can’t tell me which timepiece has the fewest moving parts” said the Curator. “ A Sundial” bellowed the intellectually gifted ones. “O.K” said the slightly peeved Curator. “ Which timepiece has the most moving parts?” There was a prolonged silence. LAST WEEK’S ANSWER An Hourglass
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THIS WEEK’S BRAIN TEASER The Bacillus Subtilis Bacterium reproduces simply by splitting in two. It can do this every 20 minutes. Given perfect conditions how many offspring do you think one organism could produce in eight hours ?
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