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the word by George Thompson
Let’s can get back to supporting our hurling heroes on the field of play! It’s the weekend of LOVE as St. Valentine’s day falls this Saturday and The East Village Bar is pulling out all the stops to get everyone in the loving mood with their Traffic Light themed party. A great night is guaranteed with party games, prizes and in house resident DJ playing all the latest hits with the odd slow set to get you in the mood. The East Village will host many events in the coming months while a full diary of sports is available on the many screens in the bar. Check out what’s going on at The East Village on page 3 every week in The Douglas Post. * * * The Cork Hurlers strike went to a higher level with the protest in the city centre last weekend - hopefully the situation will be resolved shortly and let’s can get back to supporting our hurling heroes on the field of play instead of by way of protest on the streets of Cork. Speaking of hurling, I went to Blackrock Hurling Club last Saturday for their Hurlathon which brought everyone with an input to the club, together. Many of the club’s Cork Hurling Legends were in attendance and it was great to see these greats passing on their skills and experience to young players. * * * It is great to see passionate people come up with logical solutions to our economic woes and one such person is Brendan O’Donoghue – Euro Punts - read his theory on our letters page this week. My good friend An Coppens who is a Work/Life Balance expert on the RTE series ‘How Long Will You Live’ is making her 90 Day Work/Life Balance workout available on memory stick and aimed at business owners, managers in large organisations, farmers and stay at home mums and dads. For further details contact An at an.coppens@brightbusinesscoaching.com * * * Our website is getting many rave reviews and if you miss your copy of the Post you can check out all what’s happening on line – www.douglaspost. ie
• The Tavern who beat KLM in the Cork City & County Murohy’s Pool League B Section and include Michael O’Byrne, Dave Dorgan, Stephen Downey, Sean Long, Finian Hourihane, Larry Palmer, Shane Brett and Thomas Farrell while Gary Firmo presented the Trophies.
• Some of Cork’s greatest hurlers including Jim Cashman, Tom Cashman, Alan Browne, Fergal Ryan, Dermot McCurtain and Jimmy Brohan pictured with some of the ‘Rockies’ stars of the future - Greg Lougheed, Olan Griffin, Oran Crowe and Owen O’Donoghue pictured at the start of last weekends Hurlathon event held at Blackrock Hurling Club. (Pic:George Thompson)
Slán George Thompson Editor • Right - The district Governor of the International Association of the Lions Clubs recently paid a visit to the Douglas and District Lions Club at Lions House, Douglas Cork, where he outlined the media to long term strategy for the Lions clubs in Ireland to the local members. Pictured from L/R are: Ronan Kennelly, President Douglas Lions Club, David Dempsey, District Governor, Ger Slatterly who was inducted into the Douglas Lions Club and Pat O’Brian, Zone Chairman of the Cork Lions Club. Picture: John Lotty.
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Valentines at The East Village Whether you are looking for love or just a fun night out, The East Village Bar is the place to be this Valentine’s night. There will be a Traffic Light Party at what is described as ‘The Meeting Place’ in Douglas where the girls will receive padlocks on entry and the boys will receive keys – the lucky key holder to open the lucky lock will win a prize for both. All customers on the night will receive a traffic light colour tag – Red if you’re attached or not bothered to find love – Yellow if you might be interested in finding love and Green if you are definitely on the pull! There will be ‘runners’ on the bar floor ready to take a traffic light colour coordinated ‘Post-It’ message to the object of your desire in the bar on the night. If you feel like buying a drink for someone you fancy, there will be a special ‘runner’ carrying a shot belt who will take a shot to the person you desire, with ‘Post-It’ attached. The East Village’s Resident DJ will play all the latest hits on the night with the odd slow set to get everyone in the mood while party game will also ensue. The East Village - it’s the place to be this Saturday night! Meanwhile on this Friday 13th of February, The East Village will host the Southern Comfort SoCo Mardi Gras – customers on the night will be encouraged to dress up in Mardi Gras kit (supplied) and have their picture taken – a name is recorded against the photo number and from there various games involving the images will take place and could net you a free shot of Southern Comfort and mixer plus there will be two digital cameras up for grabs on the night. Thurs 12th - Guiness Promotion Win Munster Tickets for Munster vs. Edinburgh Fri 13th - Southern Comfort Mardi Gras Party
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letters to the editor We’d love to hear from you. If you have any news, views or issues you’d like to see covered, write to the Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas West, Cork or by e-mail to frontdesk@douglaspost.ie Please include your name and address and a contact number. Letters may be edited due to space considerations.
Douglas Community School’s Peter Pan Dear Editor,
May we through the medium of your much read magazine extend our heartiest congratulations to the Transition Year students of Douglas Community School on their recent production of “Peter Pan”. Credit must also go to the teachers and all the crew for the time and effort put into this magnificent production. We attended the show’s opening night on Wednesday and enjoyed it very much. This just goes to show what can be done on a tight budget, and at €10 entrance fee it was money well spent. The second and third nights of the play were sold out which speaks for itself! Again congrats and continued success to all at Douglas Community School. Thank you for your time, Yours sincerely, Brian and Jacqueline O’Flynn Greenhills Court.
Re: Dirty Irish
Dear Editor, The problem with anti-social behaviour is a fact all over the world. Many countries have solved the litter lout situation by identifying the culprits, taking them back to the area they have despoiled, and under supervision of Garda or army make them wear pink overalls and bag all the beer cans, broken bottles and anything else they leave around in places of beauty. They then make them bring those bags that are full of rubbish to a nearby lorry that will then take it to the local dump. Do this enough times to those litter louts and they’ll think twice about throwing rubbish around nature’s beauty spots. Yours In support of the rambler.
EURO PUNTS
Dear Editor We call on our Dail TDS and Senators to vote into existence a new Irish and International currency. The new Irish currency, to be known as Euro Punts, is to be non-interest bearing, equal to and exchangeable with the Euro.
Senator Jerry Buttimer
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Fine Gael proposes solutions as Cork City fast becomes an unemployment black spot Buttimer
Today speaking on the latest regional unemployment figures, Cork Senator, Jerry Buttimer said: “Unemployment in Cork City has increased by 75% in just 12 months. Currently the amount of people on the live register in Cork City has reached 14,381 people. This all leads to one conclusion, that Cork City is becoming an unemployment black spot.” “Fine Gael has proposed solutions to tackle this epidemic. This includes an exemption for employers having to pay PRSI on new staff that they employee until the end of 2010. This will help to stimulate employment in the short term.” “Fine Gael has also noted that banks have not started to give credit to businesses. This is why we have called for a Government-backed loan guarantee for viable small & medium enterprises to provide working capital and help them sustain employment.”
“This Fianna Fail led government has called for unity but has consistently not listened to our proposals or solutions. They have done nothing to tackle this crisis, all they do is talk, we have heard enough talk, we need action now.” “This government has no solutions, no ideas and is clearly has no clue and is the worst government in the history of the state. Cork City must not loose any more jobs. Fine Gael will continue to bring forward these innovative and creative plans to deal with this major emergency.”
Locall: If you wish to contact me in Leinster House, you may do so by dialing 1890 732 623 for the price of a local call.
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Ar aghaid leis an obair. Bank Victims Network. Brendan P. Donoghue Bellvue Cross Douglas Road
“Cork needs the development of a company support programme for companies by State Enterprise Agencies. This needs to be rolled out so as to protect jobs in the region of Cork City.”
Cork South Central Consitituency Seanad Spokesperson on Community, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs Tel. Office: Tel. Home: Mobile: Email:
This will save Ireland from a total property crash. New Euro Punt Building Societies can be established. These will enable our young people to purchase new houses by payment of capital only with no interest payments on money borrowed for the existence of the loans. On a national basis Euro Punts will help save Irish family businesses and farms from financial destruction. Ordinary citizens can open Euro Punt accounts with their existing Euros and request their Credit Unions and Banks to loan out these deposits as Euro Punts. Euro Punts will be as solid as the Rock of Cashel We can revive and rebuild our economy. Let us stand together and save Waterford Wedgewood. Trade Unions, community Associations, GAA Clubs, workers and students can establish Euro Punt Accounts in their Credit Unions and banks. This money can be loaned out as non-interest money to young people and businesses. Let us build a solid new economy by using Euro Punts.
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Our new EXTRA store in Douglas, Co. Cork. SECTION MANAGERS (NON-FOOD) AND GENERAL ASSISTANTS The Recruitment Centre for our new EXTRA store in Douglas, Co. Cork is now open. The store will be opening in May offering our huge range of both food and non-food products. In Ireland, we have a team of nearly 13,500 people as well as over 100 stores, a sophisticated distribution network and a full range of support services. We spend over €1.5 billion a year with Irish suppliers and are the largest buyer of Irish food in the world. But it’s not just about food. We are the people who convinced the world a supermarket could sell clothing, mobile phones or even car insurance. If you are customer focussed, pride yourself on delivering first class customer service, enjoy working in a lively atmosphere and want to become part of our customer driven team, we’d like to hear from you.
In addition to a competitive salary, challenging career prospects and excellent training and development programmes, we offer a range of benefits including pension, staff share schemes and staff discounts. To apply for the above positions, please email your CV to careers@tesco.ie or post to Tesco Recruitment Centre, Office Unit 2, Holbar House, East Douglas, Co. Cork or call 087 971 6029. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 27th February 2009. TESCO IRELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER AND WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL SECTIONS OF THE COMMUNITY.
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F a m i l y T i es
Ricochet
(From Chicken Soup for the Soul:))
On Being a Parent
“Don’t worry, Mom. If you’re at net and someone hits the ball at you, just hold up your racquet.” David had started playing tennis when we moved to a new town and Neil, the only other eleven-year-old boy in our area, played tennis. “I need,” David had said, “to at least know how to hold the racquet and serve.” The town tennis courts were only five minutes away. It became apparent, after a morning at the court, that David’s great athletic skills allowed him to volley the ball over the net several times before missing a shot. David and Neil became fast friends, and within a week I took David to Cummins Sports Shop, bought him two white polo shirts, a pair of tennis sneakers and several cans of vacuum-packed yellow tennis balls. One day, David announced that Neil’s mother had signed him up for tennis lessons. So David signed up, too. About that time, I noticed a local newspaper ad: Wanted: someone who is a beginner to play tennis -- Barbara and a phone number. Because I also didn’t know anyone in my new town and my appetite for tennis blossomed after playing with David, I called Barbara, and we met to play. Over the next five years, David’s love of tennis increased, and he took more lessons, played on the school team, entered the local tennis tournament, won in his division and grew to over six feet tall. David’s friend Matt played on the school team, and his mother belonged to a tennis club, hit a wicked serve, played four or five times a week, and towered over me. One day David came home and announced that the tennis club was sponsoring a mother-son doubles tournament. “Mom,” said David, who excelled in tennis and the art of debating, “how can we go wrong? Hold up your racquet like this, and the ball will simply ricochet back across the net. By that time, David owned a metal racquet with taut strings, and I owned one with a large head. The tournament director divided the boys into age-appropriate groups. David had been right: No one went after the mothers when they played net. The boys quickly assessed if the mother played well. We survived three matches. David knew how to move the ball from side-to-side, and I enjoyed the fun of playing with him. “Mom,” said David, “I can take the net the entire time.” The score was tied. There wasn’t time for David to get to the net, and I remembered, “Hold up your racquet like this, and the ball will simply ricochet back across the net.” More for protection than game, I held up my racquet; the ball hit the strings with a resounding ping and rebounded across the net like an unexpected intruder. I remembered David’s words: “Don’t worry, Mom. If you’re at net and someone hits the ball at you, just hold up your racquet.” I walked away with the prize wristbands, balls and a small trophy -and my son’s amazed admiration.
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• Eileen McCarthy and Grainne Quinn photographed at the Nemo Ranger’s Victory Dinner on Friday night last. Picture Mike English.
• Niall Geary, Claire Allen, Laura Tighe and Neil O’Sullivan pictured at the Nemo Victory Dinner last Friday evening.
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Deirdre Clune T.D.
Cork Unemployment grows by over 14% in January
The sight of people queuing outside social welfare offices has become common all over Cork in the last few months but this makes the recent CSO figures no less shocking. CSO figures confirm that in January alone Cork has seen a jump of 14.1% in unemployment. The numbers of Cork people on the live register grew by almost 128 people a day every day in January growing from 28,064 to 32,018. The number of people on the Live Register in Cork City alone has increased by 1,744 to 14,381 in January. In response to this growing crisis we need leadership and vision from our Government. We need a Taoiseach willing to listen to advice and provide a long term plan for recovery not one that insists on doing the job his way no matter how bad he may be at it. The bank guarantee scheme could be used to require that banks work with businesses in difficulty and put a loan guarantee scheme in place to protect existing jobs. Job creation could be stimulated by exempting those businesses who take on extra staff from Employer’s PRSI. Training and education needs to be focused on as the key to long term recovery
• (left to right)vLion, the Mascot for the Bishopstown Lions Club with Guide Dog Lenny at the launch for an upcoming charity concert in aid of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. Pic Darragh Kane
Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin Closure of Ballinlough District Office by An Post Our Local Councillors & T.D’s did their best in making representations to keep the District Office to keep open, but it was not to be, from Monday 9th February 2009, all their services are transferred to the An Post office, in Togher Industrial Estate on the South Link Road, this includes the sorting of post, which will change the delivery times to houses, also persons will have to collect registered post, and items that the postman was unable to deliver at this office.
Ballinlough Scouts Members of the 40th Macaoimh from Ballinlough Scouts braved fairly cold conditions for their 2009 cycle hike. After adjusting the cycle helmets, brushing up on the rules of the road and a bit a practising our signalling and turning, the group set off for the old railway line in a very orderly fashion. The route went through Silverdale and down the Skehard Road, and onto the railway line which allowed some of the group to engage in a bit of sprinting. There was a quick stop for a break and a light snack by Mahon Point and off again to enjoy the scenery offered by the river. A cold wind ensured that there cycling party made it to Blackrock Castle in great time. Then it was down to the Pier in Blackrock and on though the park, where we encountered some flooding and very mucky conditions. Not everyone made it though the flood and muck and up the hill without having to stop, but all enjoyed the attempt. Then it was back on the line, up to the Blackrock Road and back to the Scout Hall via Crab Lane. Congratulations to the 14 Macoimh who gained their cyclist badge on the day. It was decided to hold the cyclist hike in warmer and sunnier conditions next year !
• Fionn , Darragh and Connor Cronin with Principal Norma Ryan at Scoil Barra Naofa, Beaumont 40th Birthday Celebrations. (Pic:George Hatchell)
Deirdre Clune TD Wishing you a very Constituency Office Morris House Douglas Village
Our Lady of Lourdes Church Our Mass Times Saturday 10.00am (Vigil Mass) 6.00pm & 7.30pm Sunday 9.00am 10.30am & 12 Noon Weekdays Monday - Friday 7.30am & 10.00am First Friday 7.30am & 10.00am & 7.30pm Sunday: 15th February Time: 10.30am Mass The next ‘Do This in Memory of Me’ Mass will be celebrated First Holy Communion children & their parents are especially welcome Church Car Park Motorists are asked to park in allocated spaces only
Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year
Tel.: 021-4890000 email: deirdre.clune@oireachtas.ie Also weekly clinics in Mahon & Togher Community Centres
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Maryborough Magic
Recession Session
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The Overdraught Bar & Restaurant Tracton
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Commencing Thursday 5th February until Thursday 26th March 7pm - 9pm
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BACON & CABBAGE NIGHT
Call 021 4918316
Followed by Apple Tart & Ice Cream or a Pint €15 per person
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Blow those winter blues away with traditional music agus craic 9.30pm til late - All welcome
Photo Workshop
Workshop location: Sherkin Island Workshop dates: Beginners Sat/Sun 9th-10th May Places: Maximum of 6 participants Cost: €330 per person
george thompson photo workshops
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For brochure/details contact: George Thompson on 021-4369000 Mobile:0863340260 e-mail: editor@douglaspost.ie
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poetry corner
Douglas Writers Group
with Ronnie McGinn Valentines Day is a day to express your love, and to celebrate the spirit of love. Cupid is the most famous of Valentine symbols and everybody knows that boy armed with bow and arrows, and piercing hearts. There is a very interesting story about Cupid and His mortal Bride, Psyche in Roman mythology. Venus was jealous of the beauty of Psyche, and ordered Cupid to punish the mortal. But instead, Cupid fell deeply in love with her. He took her as his wife, but as a mortal she was forbidden to look at him. Psyche was happy until her sisters persuaded her to look at Cupid. As soon as Psyche looked at Cupid, Cupid punished her by leaving her. Their lovely castle and gardens vanished too. Psyche found herself alone in an open field with no signs of other beings or Cupid. As she wandered trying to find her love, she came upon the temple of Venus. Wishing to destroy her, the goddess of love gave Psyche a series of tasks, each harder and more dangerous then the last. For her last task Psyche was given a little box and told to take it to the underworld. She was told to get some of the beauty of Proserpine, the wife of Pluto, and put it in the box. During her trip she was given tips on avoiding the dangers of the realm of the dead. She was also warned not to open the box. But Temptation overcame Psyche and she opened the box. But instead of finding beauty, she found deadly slumber. Cupid found her lifeless on the ground. He gathered the deadly sleep from her body and put it back in the box. Cupid forgave her, as did Venus. The gods, moved by Psyche’s love for Cupid made her a goddess. Today, Cupid and his arrows have become the most popular of love signs, and love is most frequently depicted by two hearts pierced by an arrow, Cupid’s arrow. A Valentine Tale Swinging ’60 our time for loving My vision across a crowded room; Winning my heart with her first glance, A special Valentine Rose in bloom.
Cllr Laura McGonigle will launch Pat McCarthy’s new book “Cranking up The Motor”.In Douglas Books at 2.pm on this Friday the 13th February. Pat is an early contributor to the Writers Group and is featured in the Douglas Writers Magazine. No stranger to the pen Pat’s latest collection of short stories is one of the very best available. Reading the book is like talking to an old friend, hard to put down and impossible to part with. It will be available in Douglas books from Friday. The Douglas Writers Group, next meeting will take place in Douglas Library on Friday the 13th February at 5.30 pm. So writers get scribbling and have your poem/ short story ready for the 13th Feb. New Members Welcome! Meetings held on the second Friday of each month.
Douglas Library Junior Writers Group Change of Date
The Douglas Junior Writers Group next meeting is on Fri 27th February at 5.30pm. Those wishing to attend should make sure they have their parent’s or Guardians permission and bring along a short story or poem that you have written recently. Library rules will apply.
Cllr. Laura McGonigle
Cork Showground’s Update.
Hand in hand ‘neath evening Elms Slim Whitman’s China Doll on air; Pausing for a thrilling kiss; My Mona Lisa beyond compare. Engagement, wedding, sweet babies three, Good times, sad times, a love so rare; Winter, springtime, summer, Fall, All thru the years I held you near. Your stunning looks will never fade, Affair like ours without an end; Days for Valentines come and go, I love you Mary, my forever friend Neil O’Donoghue Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ / The Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas, Cork or you can email it direct to ronniemcginn@eircom.net. If possible keep your poem to 20 lines. You may choose any subject you like, in any form you like as long as it’s original. We look forward to hearing from you. RonnieMcGinn
Cork City Council took possession of the lands of the Munster Agricultural Show in early this year. At a recent Council meeting I asked the City Manager to outline both his short and long term plans for the land bank. In the short term the lands will be managed by the Council and every effort will be made to accommodate requests to hold events on the lands as has been the case up to now. Under the South Docks Local Area Plan, these lands are zoned “Public Open Space” with a small portion accommodating the approach to the Eastern Gateway Bridge. It is intended that these lands will form Marina Park, which will be the major area of open space / parkland in the Cork Docklands and will be significant at the citywide scale. The Docklands Directorate has established a team to prepare the documents for a public tender invitation to consultants to develop a detailed design for Marina Park and the open space area along the Marina. The development of this detailed design will involve consultation with stakeholders. The public tender is scheduled to proceed in 2009 but will be influenced by current budgetary conditions and the Government’s decision on the institutional arrangements arising from the report of the Cork Docklands Development Forum.”
Cllr. Laura McGonigle
Ballinlough Writers Group.
“Advice Clinics each Saturday in the Ballinlough Community Centre at 12.30pm - Feel free to pop along”.
The newly formed Ballinlough Writers Group will hold their inaugural meeting on Fri 20 Feb in The Douglas Library at 5.30 pm. As the coping machine in the Library is out of order all those attending are asked to bring ten copies of a short story or poem they have written. Where possible all entries should be typed and have the authors name and date on the top. We look forward to seeing you there.
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Kidz Korner Jokez Did you hear about the ghost who works at the Garda Station? He’s the Chief in-spectre. What’s big, green, and ugly and never smiles? The Incredible Sulk. How do you stop an elephant from charging? Take away his credit cards. How do you know if an elephant has been in fridge? You’ll find it’s footprints in the butter. Why do elephants paint their toenails red? So that they can hide in cherry trees. Don’t be silly - elephants don’t hide in cherry trees! Have you ever seen one in a cherry tree? No... Proves how good the disguise is, doesn’t it. Why are elephants so wrinkled? Have you ever tried ironing one? What is big, grey and far too dangerous to appear in a circus? An elephant with a machine gun. What did Tarzan say when he saw the herd of elephants approaching? ‘Here come the elephants!
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• Pictured at the Bishopstown Rotary Club President’s Dinner last weekend were Betty Desmond, Maura and Robin O’Sullivan (past president), Adrian O’Keeffe and Anne Marie O’Sullivan . (Pic:George Thompson)
• Laura, John and Sarah Curtin pictured at the Bishopstown Rotary Club President’s Dinner last weekend. (Pic:George Thompson)
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The wedding ofWedding of Evadne and Glenn McNeill - Church Kinsale, Reception Carlton in Kinsaley Hotel. Pic: John Daly
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Guarded welcome for School Announcement
David O’Byrne, Fine Gael candidate for Cork County Council has given a guarded welcome to last week’s announcement that work will finally start on the new Star of the Sea primary school in Passage West. “This is a most welcome development in the long running saga of Star of the Sea. It represents the end of an eleven year wait and a hard fought campaign by the students, parents and staff of the school if it becomes a reality. While others will claim credit, in truth credit belongs to the local community alone for the pressure they have put on the government.” David is cautious however as he fears that the school is once again being used as an election PR stunt by Fianna Fail. This would not be the first false dawn over the course of the eleven years since the new school was first promised by Michael Martin. With the latest announcement coming less than 24 hours before the Taoiseach admitted that huge cuts will be made to the school building program serious questions must be asked over the security of the funds approved. David stressed that the community of Passage West must be weary of the past, “No one wants to hear about people playing politics in the current environment but I fear the worst. An article in the Irish Times on the 9th of November 2006, when Michael McGrath was campaigning for the 2007 general election, listed Star of the Sea in Passage West as having been approved for a new school build. McGrath won his seat in the Dail with a huge vote from Passage West. Three years on there has been no actual progress, just another announcement and another election this time with the brothers of both Michael McGrath and Michael Martin looking for seats on Cork County Council.” David concluded by reminding people that the power is in their hands, “With the local elections in June a real opportunity exists to ensure actual progress is made on the building of the school. If as I suspect there will be no planning permission applied for, no evidence of design work or no work taking place on site then the residents of Passage West need to show their disapproval at the ballot box.”
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Heal t h & B ea u t y
Ask Dr. Doug by Dr. Douglas Meckelborg B.Ed., D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic)
Health & Beauty
THINK YOU MIGHT HAVE A SHORT LEG?
We all know that early detection of a disease or illness is advantageous in successfully treating it and increasing the chances of recovery. The sooner the appropriate interventions are taken to help the body heal, the less likely the disease progresses, magnifies and develops into something more serious. Did you know that it is no different when it comes to the health of your spine and nervous system? The earlier in life we detect and correct underlying, and often hidden problems, the more likely this will offset and diminish future complications. Take someone living with an anatomically short leg for example (one that is structurally or physically shorter). At early stages this problem may be causing no symptoms or obvious problems whatsoever in the body. But, as time wears on (pardon the pun!), the increased physical demand from the overload of body weight on that short leg can turn into many symptoms if left untreated. I see patients’ everyday that have developed degenerative hip problems, knee pain, foot and ankle pain not to mention the astonishing amount of low back pain caused by such an imbalance that has gone undetected for years. Even a functional (adaptive) short leg or limb length discrepancy (one that is not truly anatomically short) can also produce similar symptoms and problems when left uncorrected. Doctors of Chiropractic are trained to detect these imbalances and asymmetries and often with the use of weight-bearing (standing) x-rays, the proper screening tools and measurement protocols can accurately decipher between anatomically or functionally short legs. Now, not all foot, ankle, knee, hip and low back pain is caused from shortness in one of the legs, but the incidence of leg length inequality according to research exists in 40-70% of the population!(1). Yes, 40-70% of the population is living with this condition and most are completely unaware of it until pain starts to arise. Wouldn’t it make complete sense then to get your posture, balance and leg lengths checked at an early stage? And, if indications prove a clinically significant discrepancy, wouldn’t it make sense to address this BEFORE the onset of joint dysfunction, degeneration and imminent pain? With a normally functioning spine and healthy nervous system, your body is better able to heal itself. That’s because your spine is the lifeline of your nervous system. This is the simple but powerful premise that chiropractic is based on. To maintain a healthy body we need an optimally functioning nervous system. That’s why a chiropractic check-up early on won’t leave you coming up short!
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Building Energy Rating.
Douglas Community Notice Board
What is a Building Energy Rating (BER)? A BER is a measurement of the heat retention and carbon footprint qualities of your home. It is similar to the energy label on your fridge or washing machine with a scale of A – G. Therefore “A” rated homes are the most energy and cost efficient to run and “G” the least efficient.
Is there a community event or fundraiser happening in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted publish it for you.
An Oige An Oige Cork-Kerry Group A.G.M. Fri. 13 Feb. @ 8pm. in the An Oige Hostle Redclyffe, Western Rd. Cork. New members welcome. An Oige Swimming Club meet every Thur. @ 9.30pm in the An Carrig Health & Leisure Club Carrigaline. Members €3, Guests €5, per night New members welcome.
Building Energy Ratings were introduced in Ireland in 2006 on a limited basis but since January 1st 2009, BER assessments have become compulsory for all dwellings being sold or offered for rent. This means all vendors and landlords selling/renting a dwelling must have a BER carried out at point of advertising and be in a position to provide the prospective purchaser/tenant with a BER certificate.
CORK CARE AND REPAIR MINOR REPAIRS SERVICE *Providing a service for our Senior citizens* Are you, over 65 and have a minor repair job which you would like to have done for you? Cork Care and Repair uses a pool of trustworthy volunteers and handypersons to carry out minor repairs for older people. The service is free; you only pay for the materials used (though voluntary donations are welcome). The programme is run in association with Age Action Ireland. We also provide a Trades Referral Service and a QuoteCheck service so you can access reliable and honest tradespersons or have an informed opinion on quotes received. For more information, please contact: Cork Care & Repair - Lo Call 1890 369 369
A BER is carried out by a qualified BER assessor, who is registered with Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI). The SEI is the State’s regulatory authority for all energy related matters. All registered BER assessors must adhere to the BER Assessors Code of Conduct. A list of registered BER assessors is available online at www.sei.ie/ber
Young at Heart Douglas Community Group. Would you like to represent Douglas in our over 60s Talent competition? Semi-Final , St Columbas Hall – 3rd March Final Douglas GAA - 18th March Sponsored by Douglas Credit Union Contact Phil at 021-4363867 Life long Learning Festival takes place from 30th March to the 5th April.
A BER assessment takes account of major components of the dwelling,(wall, roof and floor dimensions, window and door sizes and orientations) as well as construction type, levels of insulation and heating systems etc. Next week I will address the benefits of a BER. Eamonn Twohig. BER Assessor. 087-2347383. Email: home.rating@gmail.com
Douglas GAA Club “You’re only a stranger once” Fri Bar - Live Music Sat Hall - Dancing Matches ‘Live’ on Big Screens
Douglas Library Friday 13t h @ 5.30p.m.: Douglas Writers Group. Sat 14th @ 10a.m.: Colouring Competition. Friday 20th @ 11a.m.: Gramophone Recital presented by Diarmaid O’Donovan. All Welcome.
Chríost Rí Boy Is Ireland’s No.1 Business Studies Student
FOR ALL YOU LETTING NEEDS
A Cork student has been rewarded for achieving first place in Ireland in the Junior Certificate Business Studies examination. Tánaiste Mary Coughlan awarded a Gold medal on behalf of the Business Teachers Association of Ireland to Stephen O’ Brien, a student at Coláiste Chríost Rí, Turner’s Cross at a function in Dublin. The performance was a remarkable one, according to Stephen’s teacher Mr. Pat Morris, who said “33,000 students sat the Business Studies paper in last summer’s Junior Certificate Examination, with 22,000 of these being at Higher Level. In addition, the Higher Level students must sit two papers.” Overall, Stephen was among the top-six students in Ireland in last summer’s examinations. He scored an A grade in eleven Higher Level papers. Over 60,000 students sat the Junior Certificate in 2008.
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To give our Constant Readers something really special to look forward to we are offering the following prizes A week in a holiday home near Schull in August 2009 One week in a holiday home in Ardgroom in August 2009 To be eligible to win a book token for €50 nominate the best opening lines from a book. To be eligible to win a book token for €50 nominate the worst opening lines from a book. To keep our Constant Readers warm we are offering 1,000 lattes during the month of February. For more info regarding prizes during the Year of the Constant Reader check out www.corkcitylibraries.ie or else call into Douglas Library.
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The daffodils are late making their entrance this year but 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.)
Flower Garden
Mulch roses with rotted manure. Sow sweet peas outdoors where they are to grow. Harden off and plant out hardy annuals, sown last autumn.
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.
Lawns and Hedges
Give the lawn its first cut when the grass is 8cm (3in) tall; choose a dry day
and set the mower blades high.
Greenhouse
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. Re-pot or top-dress greenhouse pot plants. Increase watering and ventilation under glass, and begin feeding actively growing plants. Scrub down staging with a dilute solution of Jeyes fluid.
Water Garden
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.
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An Giota Gaeilge le Liam Ó Móráin
Caisleán na Carraige Duibhe – Réadlann (is Caife) nua Chorcaigh!
Seo an Bhliain Idirnáisiúnta Réalteolaíochta, atá á gceiliúradh ag Caisleán na Carraige Duibhe, an réadlann oideachais agus eolaíochta a bhunaigh Institiúid Teicneolaíochta Chorcaí cúpla bliain ó shin. Mar chuid den cheiliúradh bhí oscailt oifigiúil de thaispeántas tairiscintí agus sceitse eolaithe réaltanna go bhfuil spéis acu san ealaíon. “I gcoiscéim Galileo” is teideal don taispeántas seo atá eagraithe ag Uachtarán an Chumann Réaltóireachta, Deirdre Kelleghan, a mhaireann i mBrí Chulainn, Contae Chill Mhantáin. “Tá sceitse a rinneadh in Éirinn, an Ríocht Aontaithe, Meiriceá, an Bheilg, an Iodáil, an Iaráin agus an Fhionlainn ar thaispeáint. Tá 20 íomhánna ar fad ann agus tá siad bunaithe ar an ngealach, an ghrian, agus na plainéidí”, dúirt sí. Mhínigh Deirdre dom le linn ócáid na hoscailte gur réaltóir amaitéarach agus ealaíontóra í, cnuasach a thugann anshásamh di, dúirt sí. “Táim ag tosú ar mo cheathrú bliain mar uachtarán ar an gCumann Réaltóireachta agus caithim an-chuid ama ag taisteal timpeall na tíre ag tabhairt léachtaí agus ag taispeáint mo thairiscintí i scoileanna agus do dhaoine óga. Tá an-spéis ag daoine óga agus ag páistí sa spás agus tugann mo chuid oibre léiriú ar leith dóibh ar iontais an spás”, dúirt sí.
Tá fáil uirthi ar a shuíomh idirlíon féin: Hwww. deirdrekelleghan.com agus má tá spéis agat cuireadh a thabhairt di teacht chun do scoile áitiúla chun cainte a thabhairt is féidir leat an WIN ONE OF TWO €500 VOUCHERS cuireadh sin a thabhairt di towards a Gael Linn course in trína shuíomh idirlinne. Forbairt eile atá tagtha ar Baile Bhúirne this summer an gcaisleán ó maisíodh é Every summer Gael Linn runs an Irish language summer college in is ea an caife is bialann nua the West Cork Gaeltacht of Baile Bhúirne. The courses are atá ann. open to all young people between 11 and 18 years. Dar liom is áit álainn é an Winners may use their voucher against the cost of any of the following caife i gcomhair cupán courses: caife is císte ar maidin, • Cúrsa A = 3 weeks from June 21 to July 12 • Cúrsa B = 2 weeks from July 13 to July 28 nó le haghaidh lóin breá • Cúrsa C = 2 week special sports course from July 28 to folláin ag am lóin, agus August 12 covering football, hurling, basketball and handball beidh an bialann nua ar The full cost of the 3 week course is €800 oscailt istoíche le linn na The two week courses cost €650 deireadh seachtaine. To win one of these €500 vouchers answer the following question: Is Iodálach é úinéir an caife Fíor nó bréag / True or false: is bialann nua seo, an tUasal Gael Linn organises a summer college in Baile Bhúirne. Rico Vallebella is ainm dó, By entering the competition you agree that Gael Linn may agus tá áit ullmhú agus díol contact you in relation to its Irish language summer colleges. bia Iodálach eile aige ar Bhóthar an Chaisleáin. Send your answer, with your name, address and contact number to: ‘Baile Bella’ is ainm don Gael Linn Competition, Douglas Post Magazine, Morris House, áit seo agus ní amháin go Douglas West, Cork. díolann sé rogha maith mias ach freisin soláthraíonn sé seirbhís bhia do hócáidí éagsúla mar cheiliúradh tí (bainis, sochraid, breith-lá agus eile), chomh maith le bia a sholáthar do comhlachtaí. Carrigaline Is rogha bhia Iodálach is mó atá ar fáil Valentines Day iontu uile. Orders Now Taken Nach breá an rud é dhá fhiontair móra by Phone tábhachta mar iad a fheiceáil i mbun ghnó Credit Card / Debit Card / agus faoi lán tseoil – go háirithe ag tráth C.O.D. & Deliveries Only seo an cúlú eacnamaíochta! Áth mhór ar fhiontair na beirte thuas. Telephone Maree on
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Government Departments and Agencies will spend at least €30 million on advertising in 2008, in spite of a much-hyped promise to cut spending on advertising and consultancy to control the massive budget deficit The Government’s commitment to cut back on self-promoting advertising and consultancy is nothing but a hollow promise. Green Party Ministers in particular have excelled themselves in wasting public money, with the two Departments under their control accounting for one third of the total advertising spend at €10.5 million. While some of the advertising spend can be justified, such as information campaigns on tax and social welfare entitlements, it is clear that millions of tax Euros have been wasted on advertising campaigns that were either unnecessary, unsuccessful or ideologically-driven. These included: The cash-strapped HSE, which is currently closing wards and laying off staff, spent €4.7 million on advertising across a range of areas; A six figure outdoor advertising campaign co-funded by the Department of the Environment and local authorities encouraging people not to water their lawn during the wettest summer in decades; €2.9 million billboard and broadcast campaign on Transport 21, largely for projects which haven’t even been built; 120,000 for an advertising campaign promoting work-life balance on the back of buses; In the midst of a budgetary crisis, Fianna Fáil and Green Party Ministers are still throwing away our tax
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Euros as if there was no tomorrow. Hardworking citizens should not have their tax euros squandered on expensive nanny-state advertising campaigns telling us how to run our lives. There should be a full review of all advertising expenditure in 2008 to find out whether these advertising campaigns achieved their objectives, and represented value for money for taxpayers. Ministers who sign off on expensive advertising campaigns should be held accountable for the outcome
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young @ heart by Phil Goodman The winter conditions are still with us please keep a check on your elderly neighbours with the ice on our roads many are afraid to venture out they may need milk or bread from the shop we all know of someone who would appreciate a call during these winter months also remind them not to open their doors to strangers as I believe con men are around targeting people living alone offering to do various jobs and relieve you of a lot of money with a job unfinished, don’t leave anyone in to your house unless you know them two people in the Grange area only last week were caught by these gangs . Our second group begin computer classes for six weeks in Douglas Library sponsored by v EC to whom we are very grateful it allows our older people keep up with modern technology and for those who have a family away they want to be able to keep in touch with e mail. For the Life Long Learning we are doing a quiz but with a difference each week, the Transition Year Students in the Douglas Community School are teachings us computers through the log on and learn. We have decided to combine our brains for the quiz with teams of four two seniors and two students together take on another team and so on with prizes for the winning team I do need help. If you could make a list of questions suitable for young and old - that is your homework for this week. More details next week our trip to Elesyan Apartments was a wonderful experience the view from the tower is breathtaking. Our sincere thanks to Patricia Stokes Caroline and colleagues for giving us the time to show us around and we certainly enjoyed the tea and biscuits after one or two of our group were tempted to take out the cheque book and purchase one of the apartments, but we managed to convince them they need to think about it after all they are only one million plus.
Thought for today:
“Growing old is inevitable. Growing up is optional”
• Agnes McCarthy and family celebrating her 94th birthday
• Agnes with her son John enjoying her birthday
DYA NEWS!
Hi everyone, As the work on the new building is gonna take a while, and we are all missing the club nights, we thought we should do something fun as a club so we could all get together and have a laugh. We have booked 5 lanes at the Leisureplex bowling alley in town for 6.30pm on Friday 20th Feb. Cost €5 each. After bowling we will have some food and I will hussle ye all at the pool tables! Lol!! Unfortunately we cannot organise transport so ye will have to sort that out yourselves. Spread to word to other club members and let us know i you’re coming either by ringing me on 087 1207153, or leave a message on the BEBO page as we will need to know numbers by next week. The people organising the film making workshop have been onto me and we are trying to sort out a date and venue to hold it, it will include all aspects of film making, from camera work to lighting, script writing, acting etc. and we will end up with a short film we can enter into a competition and have screened at a special showing. They can only take 12 people on it so let me know if you’re seriously interested ASAP. Will let ye know when I have more info. Hope to see lots of club members at the bowling, watch this space for news on the new building.
Upcoming Events:
Friday February 13th Visit to Mahon Community Centre Tuesday February 17th City Hall Tuesday March 3rd Semi-Final over 60s. Wednesday March 18th Final Over 60s ‘Bye for now, Phil “Cherish your yesterdays Dream your tomorrows. But be Young at Heart And live your to-days”
The Miracle Prayer
Dear Heart of Jesus,in the past I have asked for many favours This time I ask for a special one (mention favour). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own Broken Heart where your father sees it.Then in his merciful Eyes it will become your favour not mine Amen Say this prayer for 3 days promise publication and prayer And favour will be granted no matter how impossible Never known to fail thanksgiving for wonderful favour Received - EO’D
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving to St Clare Ask St Clare for 3 favours 1 business 2 impossible Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candle Pray whethwe you believe or not publish on the 9th day Powerful novena may the Sacred Heart of Jesus be Praised Adored Glorified and loved now and forever Throughout the world amen your request will be granted No matter how impossible it may seem - MMCv
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• Launch of the Over Sixties Talent competition in the offices of the Evening Echo - Keith Kenny, Douglas Court SC; John Hartnett, Blackpool SC; Orla Lannin, Shipton Group and Bartosz Mieszal, Douglas Village SC.
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in the loop with Peter Bowles D.J. On the 16 February Sin E, Coburg Street, Cork February 16th, 2009 7pm will host the talents of over 20 singer/songwriters based in Cork City. Promoters will also be invited. Its a great opportunity to meet musicians and network for collaborations, future gigs etc. We will start at 7 pm sharp.There will also be a mailing list for those who wish to either play at the next show or come along to listen. Admission is free
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Step Brothers Death Race Accidental Husband You Don’t Mess with the Zohan Tropic Thunder Pineapple Express In Bruges The Love Guru Bankok Dangerous
Mr Hyde 10pm, Charlies Villagers 10pm, DeBarras, Clon. Saturday 14 February 2009 Bennys Head. 8pm. The Granary Theatre, Cork. Habakuk 7pm, Crane Lane Colin Devlin + Emm Gryner 8pm, Cyprus Ave. agbonlahor, Lotus Lullaby & My Evil Ex 8.30pm, Victoria Hotel The Defenders 10pm, Charlies Caruso 10pm, DeBarras, Clon. Bats 11pm, Cyprus Ave. Sunday 15 February 2009 Nell Bryden 8pm, Cyprus Ave. Adela Meally, David O’Dee, Silta 9pm, The Slate Seamus Begley & Jim Murray 9pm, DeBarras, Clon.
GIG GUIDE
Thursday 12 February 2009 Exit The Street + The Gorgeous Colours + Shane Barry & The Distractions 9pm, Pavilion Jodavino 9pm, Cyprus Ave. The Colin McLean Latin Trio 9pm, The Roundy The Stool Pigeons 9.30pm, Charlies Clive Barnes 9.30pm, DeBarras, Clon. Friday 13 February 2009 Candi Staton 9pm, Pavilion Fight Like APes 9pm, Cyprus Ave. Mike Got Spiked + The Avalanche Effect 10pm, The Quad
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Blackrock Hurlathon
Carrigaline Community News
by Aidan Lougheed
In their field of dreams many young Rockies dream of entering the cauldron that is Croke Park on all Ireland Final day to take their place behind the Artane boys Band and follow in the footsteps of Giants of Blackrock and Cork whose photographs illuminate the corridors of this historic club. Many of our younger Rockies enjoyed a little bit of that magic at the start of the inaugural Blackrock Hurlathon last Saturday when they marched in the parade to mark the start of the event accompanied by the wonderful sound of a piper leading the parade. It was a wonderful sight and a moment our young Rockies and their parents will treasure for a long time to come. The Hurlathon started at 10.00am with the youngest members of the club going right through all our age groups right up the Seniors vs Legends team finishing at 10.00p.m One of the highlights of the day was the over fifties versus bingo Committee match who seemed to roll back the years at the sight of the camán and sliothar managing to produce an epic for a memorable 20 minutes. The current all stars playing the legends produced some magic moments of hurling which entertained the large gallery. The Cashmans, the Browns, the Ryans, Wayne Sherlock, Eamonn O’Donoghue, Paddy Moylan and Manager extraordinaire Jimmy Brohan were just some of the many legends from Blackrock who participated in the games. But then Blackrock have so many unsung heroes who do huge voluntary work for the club and that’s what made the Hurlathon so special. The event brought together the entire club, young and old, primary coach to juvenile coach to senior coach , Bingo committee to the ladies committee who look after the Coffee shop, from the 4 year old player to players in their fifties, it was a celebration of everyone and everything that makes the club special. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped during the day, in particular to fellow committee members at the Hurlathon, Michael Scannell, Seamus Hartnett, Tom Cashman and Ger O’Mahony. A big thank you to all our guests who threw the ball in at each hour and to each and everyone who turned up on the day. The dream remains for every young Rocky, to wear the Green and Gold of Blackrock and the red and white of Cork and there can be little doubt that this great nursery of hurling will see many new stars to adorn the walls of Blackrock and continue in the tradition of inspiring the next generation to be captivated by the greatest field sport of all. Rockies Abu.
Music in Carrigaline Library The monthly Music Recital will take place in Carrigaline Library on Thursday February 19th at 11.00.a.m. Paddy O’Gorman will present his favourite music on CD and a great morning is guaranteed.
CÉILÍ MÓR The monthly Céilí Mór in the Carrigaline GAA Pavilion is world famous at this stage and attracts many visitors on a regular basis. Last Saturday night a huge crowd enjoyed a fabulous night of dancing to the sweet inspiring music of the Allow Céilí band. The 2007 All Ireland champions excelled on the night and were greatly appreciated by all including people who came just to listen. The music was so pleasant to listen to you could hear every instrument clearly with no instrument dominating. The attendance included many young people and visitors from around the world, all well able to take to the floor and dance the night away to a Céilí Band playing at the correct tempo. Next month the OVTG present the annual Set Dance workshop weekend on 13th, 14th and 15th March with tutors Pádraig and Róisín McEneaney. A weekend feast of céilís with Five Counties on Friday Night, Brian Bórú on Saturday night and Four Courts on Sunday afternoon.
South Link – Community News Irish Medium Education in Passage West Benenfits and Opportunities Gael-Taca in association with Gaelscoileanna Teo. will hold a public meeting in Passage West on Thursday night 12th February @7.30pm. The meeting will take place in the GAA hall in Passage West. The meeting will show parents the benefits of providing their children with an education through the medium of Irish. There are a wide number of Gaelscoileanna available in the surrounding areas – including Gaelscoil na Dúglaise. The meeting will also address secondary school education through the medium of Irish, and plans for a Gael-Choláiste in Carrigaline.
Fashion Show in Ballymaloe
Douglas Hall AFC
St.Colman’s N.S., Cloyne will hold a Fashion Event in aid of the School Building Fund on March 12th at 7.30pm in The Grainstore, Ballymaloe Hse. The Compere on the night will be Claire Cullinane and models will be from the Illusive Modelling agency. Barry’s Off licence will provide complimentary wine tasting. Tickets are available from the school office -021-4652567, Breda – 087 2749498 or Lisa 087 2854107
by Garrett Lyons
The Seniors picked three valuable league points with a hard fought 2-1 win at home to Ballincollig. Gerard O’Donovan opened the scoring but Ballincollig equalised. Two good saves by Daniel O’Leary kept the ‘Hall in the game before Kevin Mulcahy struck the winner with 10 min to go. Barry O’Shea in defence and Dave Moore in midfield were in excellent form. Next week its away to Rockmount in the lge with a 10:45 kick off in Whitechurch. The MSL jnrs bowed out of the FAI Junior cup after going down 4-1 to Limerick side Regional Utd in Dooradoyle. Regional were one up at half time and they were helped by some defensive errors. Mark O’Callaghan did pull it back to 3-1 but Regional were deserving winners. Home to Carrigaline in the league next Sunday with a 10:45 kick off. The AUL Juniors came from a goal down to draw 1 all with Greenmount in Pfizer’s Pk. Recent signing Alan McCarthy netted the equaliser. Away to Innishvilla on Sunday morning in the league. The Youths had a convincing 3-0 home win over Cobh Ramblers with goals from Mark Riordan (2) and Mike Reidy. Next Saturday its away to Rockmount in the Murphy Youths Cup with a 2pm kick off. The U/17 game versus Wilton was called off due to unplayable pitch. Next week they are away to Greenwood in the U/17 cup.
• March and public rally supporting the striking cork hurlers, in cork city yesterday. pic Clare Keogh/Provision
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G.A.A. FOCUS
Ireland victory at intermediate level. Cork Hurling I had intended to submit another article on the Cork hurling impasse this week but I found that the piece was more of a blame game without answers, so for now I’m holding off on that one. More next week, Pat.
Snippets from the Local and National Scene By Pat Harrington
Redmonds It was with great sadness that I recently read and heard appeals in the print media and 96fm radio respectively by a former club of mine, Redmonds for players to boost their falling numbers and anyone who may be interested in joining the club. All were invited to attend a meeting to be held at the club which is located in Tower Street. My first contact with Redmonds was in 1968. We won the under 14B hurling championship that year, defeating Glen Rovers. In 1972 we won the junior B hurling championship. Around that time we had a solid core of players who were very committed. The club qualified for the city junior football championship twice in the 1970s only to lose out to Delany Rovers and Douglas. During that period we reached a couple of league and McSweeney cup finals but defeat was our lot. Our one success was in the 1978 McCurtain cup final (Hurling). After that we went downhill; players were getting older and there were no readymade replacements. The club won a B grade championship a few years ago. The major problem with the Tower Street club is that it is situated in the heart of the city. It doesn’t have an underage structure. My understanding is that it amalgamated with Ballyphehane but I’m not sure if this was a successful move. Whilst there is a saying “you can’t put jerseys on houses” consider the growth of the Douglas club since 1972. That year they played B grade hurling. Then there began a population explosion whilst the Tower Street / Greenmount area did not experience anything near such an influx of people. Having thoroughly enjoyed my fifteen years with the club I wish Redmonds the best of good fortune in their future endeavours. Scéal Eile I recall some great occasions down the years and some remarkable snapshots in time. The first one that comes to mind is the Monday morning after one of the finals we decided to boil some sausages in the kettle after which we washed the lot down with a couple of pints. One day when playing a match in Farranlea Road one of our players was giving out to referee Joe O’Leary of Nemo Rangers (the man with the big black dog). The official politely asked what was the man’s problem, to which the player replied that he was only talking to himself. Joe advised the player that there was a big grey stone building up on the Lee Road for people like him. This was typical Joe, forever coming out with such witty comments. Rolling Back the Years Last weekend I spotted a neighbour and his son togged out and heading up to Ardfield (green area) with a football. This elder lemon in his heyday had represented his club and county as well as being well known in soccer circles. He certainly looked as if he had visited Tír Na nÓg recently to renew his youth or perhaps it was application of Three-in-One oil to the joints that has him in such great shape. It’s great to see there’s life in the old dog yet. Camogie The sound foundation of any organization is vitally important, as with the proper ground works in place we find that a chain reaction will follow, leading to continued success up along the line. Success is not guaranteed at a higher level but the work put in at the beginning makes it so much easier for the up-coming players to ply their skills in the higher grades. Certainly this is true in the case of Douglas G.A.A. club. Congratulations to Christ the King girls secondary school on winning the Munster crown A grade for the first time. I believe there were 11 / 12 Douglas players on the team. Opponents Charleville were going for 9-in a row titles. All-Ireland Final The best of luck to both mid Cork teams who will be appearing in an allIreland clubs final for the first time in their respective histories. Blarney hurlers coached by Seán O’Brien of Midleton are in the Intermediate final. This team lost the opening round of the Cork County Championship but advanced via the back door. Dripsey being a breakaway from the Inniscarra club are in existence only 4 / 5 years. They are coached by Johnny Keane now a Cork senior hurling selector. Both Seán O’Brien and Johnny Keane have coached Cork to all-
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• Members of the Nemo Ranger’s Junior 3 side who received their medals at the Club’s Victory Dinner on Friday last. Included is Niall Moriarty (team captain). Picture Mike English.
Pfizer Pitch and Putt Results
Senior: A disappointing defeat for the senior side as they went down 6-3 to Lakewood at Fermoy. Dave Ahern and John Hughes halved their Foursomes match as they went 2.5 to 0.5 down. In the singles, John OGrady and Sean McInerney won while Willie Mullane picked up a half. Intermediate: Our A side had a good win over tricky opponents Rocklodge at St. Annes. The pairs of Frank Bruen/John Calnan and Chris McCarthy/Gary OSullivan both played very well to win their respective foursomes. After being 2-1 up after the doubles, a good performance again in the singles ensured a well earned victory 6.5 to 2.5. The wins were provided by Frank Bruen, Richard Jordan, Gary OSullivan, John Tett and a half from Chris McCarthy. Our B team played out a draw with Lakewood at Majestic. Junior: A fantastic win by our Junior team as they beat Majestic 8-1 at ESB. After a tight loss last week, they bounced back brilliantly to win in empathic style. Well done to the players involved.
Fixtures
Cork Mens Leagues, 15th February: Senior vs Fermoy A at ESB Intermediate A vs Majestic B at ESB Intermediate B vs St. Annes at St. Stephens The Junior team have a bye
Manchester United to hold Summer Camp in Cork
Once again World/European and Premier League Champions bring their world famous Manchester United Soccer School to Cork. The course takes place over 3 days from 15-17th of July in Crosshaven. The course is open to kids from all over Cork and some excellent prizes are on offer including tickets for a Premier League match while two lucky kids and their parents will get a chance to participate in a training session on the Old Trafford pitch! For details you can log on to www.crosshavenafc.com and go to the Man Utd Soccer Schools page. You’ll need a code which is CH09 to book the course. For further assistance please phone 0879350379.
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DOUGLAS PITCH & PUTT CLUB
Douglas G.A.A. News
The Douglas Fé 16 footballers began their respective league campaigns last Saturday afternoon. The Fé 16 Premier team recorded an impressive win over Brian Dillons. Meanwhile, the Fé 16 “A” team consisting of a group of players who will be eligible for this grade again in 2010 acquired valuable experience despite suffering a narrow defeat to Passage.
Results Sunday Gross: - John Ward & Stephen Noonan Nett: - Susan Gregson & Ger O’Connell Fixtures Saturday 3 ball scramble @ 2.30pm Sunday 4 ball @ 10.30am Sharp
On Friday 13th February a presentation night takes place at Douglas G.A.A. Club in recognition of the senior football team that contested the county championship final and the Junior hurlers’ league victory. Music will be provided by Amadáns and Badhrans following the presentation of medals on what promises to be a great night. For more Douglas G.A.A. news visit www. douglasgaa.com
U-12 Local Cup
Two-goal Murphy clips Magpies wings in cup thriller! by Finbarr Buckley
Evergreen 4; Midleton 2 Two well-taken goals from captain Timmy Murphy was the defining difference in Premier Division Evergreen’s 4-2 win over first division Midleton at Deerpark last Saturday morning. The hosts appeared to be coasting at three-nil after 20 minutes, but a rally from the visitors immediately after half-time put the result in doubt until Murphy’s second in the 48th minute. Murphy put the hosts in front after five minutes when his thumping freekick gave Josh Deady no chance. A spot of ping-pong on the six-yard box resulted with Patrick Good side-footing into the far corner four minutes later to double Evergreen’s lead. Midleton’s Cillian Browne forced Ross Donovan into a good save and Calum Doody fired over when put through down the left by Israel Matihi as the visitors sought desperately to get back into the contest. The door looked to be closed ten minutes before half-time when Ian O’Callaghan was put through the middle by Olan Murphy. The striker outpaced Luke Morgan and although Deady got his hand to the ball, he couldn’t prevent it crossing the line despite fellow defender Glen Hartley’s attempt to clear. Midleton came more into the match in the second-half and went close through Deady and Browne before finally scoring in the 52nd minute. Browne was first to react in a crowded goalmouth to shoot high past Donovan. A quick throw-in five yards from the left-hand corner flag by Good to Murphy with twelve minutes remaining caught the visitors defence by surprise. The Evergreen midfield ace coolly lobbed the ball over Deady before the keeper could react. Sub Conor Fitzgerald pulled another back for the visitors with five minutes remaining, but it wasn’t enough to save the match despite a spirited second-half revival. Winning Evergreen manager Pat O’Leary was pleased with the final result but, ‘we conceded a bad second goal and at times in the second-half we lived dangerously.’ His counterpart Eddie Browne expressed,’ we could have led four-three midways through the second-half if we’d taken our chances. But we had too much to do after going three down early on.’ Young referee Mike Carroll, from Grange, acquitted myself well in only his second competitive match. He looks to be well on the way to follow in the footsteps of his illustrious father, Oliver, who served the branch for over sixteen years.
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• Douglas GAA - senior footballer Tom Sheehan in championship action
Douglas Ladies Gaelic Football Club
Cork GAA has had its fair share of dual stars in the past, the likes of Jimmy Barry Murphy, Ray Cummins and Teddy McCarthy. In Douglas we have our own rising star in a young lady who would be in good company with these greats. In what is a first for the ladies football club by one of its members, this young lady has been selected for the 2009 Cork U14 ladies football panel and I’m sure it will be no surprise to anyone that it is Clare Shine that has taken the honour. Clare has achieved in a short space of time what most could only wish for in a lifetime, she has no less than five Sciath na Scoil winners medals, two U12 County Camogie medals, a Cork Camogie Feile medal, an All Ireland Camogie Feile medal, two All Ireland Community Games medals, an U16 County Camogie medal, an U14a football championship medal as well as medals with Cork Colleges. As if that wasn’t enough she also won an U12 National soccer medal with Douglas Hall. What is truly remarkable about Clare’s achievements is that she has not yet reached her 14th birthday and has to divide her time between her school work, football with the Douglas ladies Gaelic football club, camogie with the Douglas camogie club, and soccer with Douglas Hall, she had been part of the 2008 Cork Colleges Camogie team and is currently on the U15 Irish soccer team and now also the U14 Cork Football panel, this shows amazing commitment not only by Clare but also her parents Fiona and Liam. Everyone at Douglas ladies Gaelic football club would like to wish Clare continued success and look forward to celebrating with her in all her future success.
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