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letters to the editor
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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.
Banning of bee harming pesticides
cruelty. Now he can’t seem to find it in his heart to give the hard-pressed bees a break. Another Irish solution to an Irish problem…though what exactly the problem was for the Minister is a mystery to me.
John Fitzgerald
Lower Coyne Street, Callan, Co. Kilkenny
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Any views or opinions expressed in these letters are solely those of the individual author(s) and do not necessarily represent those of The Douglas Post.
Dear Editor,
Great to hear that the EU has banned bee harming pesticides, but this wonderful news is overshadowed by the fact that our own Agricultural Minister failed to take a stand against the use of products that threaten, not just bees, but by extension the vital process of pollination upon which a high percentage of our food depends.
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The pesticide giants had waged a lavishly funded campaign to dissuade EU member states from backing the ban. They had enormous resources at their disposal and the services of the best PR firms that money could buy. In the weeks leading up to the vote, the corridors of power in Brussels and Strasbourg became hives of activity as the lobbying intensified. Thankfully enough States placed the proven ecological value of the bee above commercial; and short term political, gain. The bee has been a friend to humankind for millennia. It occupies a special place in the folklore and literature of almost every nation. Yeats rhapsodized about building a “hive for the honey bee” in one of his great poems. Shakespeare paid a memorable tribute to the creature in Henry V: “For so work the honey-bees, Creatures that by a rule in nature teach, The act of order to a peopled kingdom” But for all their proven worth to us humans, and their complex societal structures, the bees may yet not be able to withstand the ravages of human greed and ignorance. How sad that Minister Coveney saw fit to abstain in the vote on this hugely important issue. Only a few weeks ago, he refused to include hare coursing in a Bill tackling animal
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Forrest Moore and Joya kuin pictured preparing the boats for Ocean to City, Cork’s Maritime festival which is organised by Meitheal Mara and is taking place from June the 1st to June the 10th. Picture: Clare Keogh
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poetry corner
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Nobody has yet framed a dentition of the poet that can apply to every writer of poetry. But ideally it can be said that he is not unlike other men: he is like many different men, and separated from them only by an abnormally developed power of speech. While no one, however hard he applies himself, can be sure of becoming a poet, which is another way of saying poets are born not made. Our poem this week is from Dave Jordan of the Ballinlough Writers Group, Dave is an imaginative poet who writes humane and moving poetry, here is a fine example of his Fragments
Magician Liam Sheehan with Alma Brosnan and Michelle O’Sullivan, Fota, WP; at the launch of Fota Wildlife Park’s 30th anniversary carnival, at the Pavilion, Cork.One of the biggest features of the summer carnival is the installation of a 5,000 sq ft marquee which will seat 500 people in a theatre style setting. Picture: Neil Danton Photography
I like to smell the fragrant ink first, A ritual before reading. Then turning the leaves engenders tiny zephyrs, Words exhaled from the West And I am spellbound by this Cool mint magic, This slim slate of joy, This clean, smooth slice of Paradise. ‘Who would have thought such a Small thing could take over, occupy My thoughts and dreams like a Floating, stellar parade?’ The druid replied ‘it is the price of Dreaming, to be crowded so. That dreaming wisdom you longed for is Yours. Did you think you could get it for free? Untouched? Not so. ‘Now go forth and help restore the Lost art. The dreaming wisdom is yours. ’ And with that he left me Thinking about the lost art and what It could possibly mean. And then I picked up my pen and, Slowly, I began to spell. Dave Jordan 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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Douglas Writers Group, - John O’Sullivan’s, Boardroom - Friday the 14th June at 5.30 pm Douglas Junior Writers Group - Douglas Library Thursday 20th June at 5.30.PM Ballinlough Writers - John O’Sullivan’s (Douglas) Fri 21st June at 5.30 PM Bishopstown Writers- Bishopstown Library 2nd & 4th Thurs of the Month at 6.30 PM Mallow Poetry Group – Mallow Library - First & Third Tuesday of the month at 12.30 p.m Wilton Writers’ Workshop, Every Tuesday, 3pm-5pm, Bishopstown Library, Wilton. For committed writers who wish to make progress. Ó Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street
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Pre-Junior Cert Summer camps in June
Sciencecamps are running a camp in the Lifetime Lab June 18-21, aimed at pre-Junior Cert students (12-15 yrs). This camp is a 4 day camp which includes 3 Science/Lego Days and 1 Adventure day at Kinsale Outdoor Centre. The camp costs €125 and includes transportation on the Adventure Day. The camp combines Lego Mindstorms with Science Experiments – make a radio, lemon powered batteries, CSI - it’s the fun stuff without homework. This year the camp leaders include two second level science teachers. They also have a unique link with Young Scientist Tanzania where they use Skype to link to Kenton High School in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, running experiments simultaneously in both countries. Last year the students calculated the circumference of the earth during the Skype link. Full details of all camp locations (including Douglas in July) are available at www.sciencecamps.ie or by phoning Clare on 0872575734.
Young People with MS gather to announce World MS Day 2013 on Wednesday, May 29th, 2013. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common neurological disorders and causes of disability in young adults. www.worldmsday.orgav
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Cork English College is celebrating this year Cork English College is celebrating this year, because we have been organising Junior Summer Activity Programmes for foreign students in the Douglas and Carrigaline area for over 35 years. These students travel to Cork for a fantastic language holiday jam packed with activities in the mornings, afternoons and evenings. The students stay with host families in the Carrigaline, Douglas, Rochestown and Ballinlough areas. We are especially thankful of the fantastic welcoming reception that the host families have provided our students over the years. Indeed, many of our host families have been working with CEC for the duration, and have developed lasting friendships with students they have hosted year on year. In fact some families are now welcoming the children of the students they hosted 30 years ago! All of our families receive a full itinerary so that they know what their students are doing along with group leaders phone numbers. Should there be any questions we provide a 24hour back-up service for families and students. These students come over here to learn English and live as part of a family and we strive to ensure that the experience is an enjoyable one for both the families and students. CEC have always made a point of using as many services as possible in the local area as it was our starting point back in 1978. These include Douglas Community School, Hop Island Equestrian Centre, Fernhill Golf Course, Frankfield
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Golf Course, Douglas Cineplex - the list goes on and on. We are experiencing one of our busiest summers to date, and are now looking for more families to host our school going students, primarily during the months of July and August and throughout the year. We can place up to three students per home, and we pay excellent rates per week per person sharing. Maybe you have taken students in the past or you are considering taking them for the first time. Please call our offices on 021 4551522 and we will look forward to answering any questions you may have. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
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Young at Heart
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The information talk we had on all different aspects of care for the elderly, given by the experts in their field, was very informative with a real understanding of peoples needs in the community. Noeleen Cronin from Homestead Senior Care spoke with great knowledge and insight on how to avoid falls in the home- simple and helpful hints such as always keep a torch by your bed.Garda Trevor Laffan spoke about bogus callers and how they try and con older people. They say you have a slate loose and then go and make a hole in the roof which will cost money to repair. He also warned people not to open the door to be sure and have a door viewer, don’t leave your purse on the table, take a picture of your jewellery in case it is stolen. Eleanor Birmingham from Senior Security advised us on intruder alarms and so much more. Sheena Lynch spoke about the different medicines people have to take highlighting the differences between generic medicines. All speakers were from local business who gave their time, it really was a community involvement and caring at its very best. We hope to hold this event again in the autumn. Sunday night is the final of the over sixties and is always a great nights entertainment. Fourteen seniors take to the stage hoping to win, but they are all winners as it is not easy to sing in front of so many people- Good Luck to all. On Tuesday the 28th we are off to the Board Gais Theatre to see The Lion King with a visit to Trinity College the following day. Other trips to be enjoyed this year will be the Naval Base, Glenstall Abbey, Shirkin Island and Killarney. On July 16th we go to the Galway Bay Hotel from 16-19, we will go up the west coast through Clare, Lisdoonvarna and Bureen. We will also visit the Aran Islands Connamara and Kylemoore Abbey- all we want is good weather! Computers or beginners classes will start again in September: - anyone interested in these classes contact me on 4363867 as places fill up very fast.
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Wednesday: Bingo, Lion house 2-4 26th May: final of the over 60’s in the City Hall 28th May: Bord Gais Theater for Lion King Musical June 5th: trip to the Naval Base June 11th: Glenstall Abbey 29th May: Trinity College,view the Book of Kells July 2nd: Lakes of Killarney July 9th: Sherkin Island July 16th-19th: Galway Bay Hotel
Keeping you safe in your home!
Welcome to the first article from Senior Security! Over the coming months, we will be writing features on topics which will be of interest to you. These articles will include topics such as safety in the home, how to protect you and your property from Intruders, and how to deal with bogus callers. We will be telling you about Senior Security and our unique 6 Step Approach on how we ensure that our customers are happy with our service. If you have any topics you would like us to cover, we would be delighted to do so for you. Our contact details will at the bottom of each page so we will look forward to hearing from you! We will also keep you informed of new products on the market place that may be on interest to you and your family. Recently, we had the pleasure of speaking at the Safety in Your Home Event for Seniors in Douglas GAA Club. It was great to meet with Phil Goodman and the members of Young at Heart. We spoke about the type of security products you can you use in your home, and general tips for keeping you safe and secure in your home. If you are part of a club or organisation that would like us to speak about security in your home, we would be delighted to hear from you. These would include Bridge Clubs, Golf Clubs etc. Next week I will be telling you about Senior Security, a Douglas based company whose aim is to help seniors stay safe and secure in their own home. P.S. Don’t forget we also have a dedicated team that install and maintain Intruder Alarms, CCTV, Door Access Systems and Automatic Gates for local businesses and homes.
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Mondays: walk in the park and light exercises Tuesdays: Knitting and Crochet 2-4 in the church Pastoral hall
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Health & Beauty
Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy Muscle pain is one of the more frequent causes of dysfunction in people today. It is caused by various mechanical and postural forces that interrupt correct function of muscle tissue. Muscle tissue is a metabolically active, large organ filled with nerves. You may of heard of ‘knots’ in muscle or muscle referred to as ‘stiff’ or ‘achy,’ but a lesser known terminology and fact, is that many muscle ailments involve Trigger Points.
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Trigger Points are defined as “discrete, focal, hyperirritable spots located in a taut band of skeletal muscle.” Trigger Points are painful on compression and can produce local and referred pain. What happens to the muscle: metabolic changes in the area of the Trigger Point cause nerve irritants (bradykinin, serotonin, hyaluronic acid, etc.) to accumulate. Due to the accumulation of these waste products, the blood supply to the area is decreased causing a tight band of muscle fibres and ischemia, which in turn, results in pain, achiness and discom-
fort. Sometimes an area can become so decreased of a sufficient blood and oxygen supply that it ‘turns off’ altogether as with frozen shoulder. And on occasions Trigger Points can mimic conditions such a Carpal Tunnel, Sciatica and many more common musculoskeletal conditions. History of Trigger Points: Dr. Janet G. Travell, President Kennedy’s physician, was an influential figure in the recognition and treatment of Trigger Points in people with myofascial pain syndromes. President Kennedy consulted Dr Travell in the height of his political career for back pain that radiated into his leg and made walking difficult. Dr Travell’s Trigger Point therapy was successful and relieved President Kennedy of much pain and discomfort. Do you Have Trigger Points? If your muscles feel like the following, you might have Trigger Points:
While a 34-inch waistline may not be attainable, don’t worry. The researchers say the new magic number is 37 inches or less.
New diabetes predictor for men The Ideal Waist Size for Men Is.....less than 37 inches. Once you hit this threshold, your risk for diabetes increases significantly. A simple tape measure may be the best predictor yet of a man’s risk of developing diabetes in midlife. A new study
from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore, Md., concludes that once a man’s waist size balloons past 34 inches, his risk for diabetes goes up. Specifically, a waist size of 34 to 36 inches doubles the risk of diabetes, while a waist size of 36 to 38 inches nearly triples the risk. It gets worse. A waist size of 38 to 40 inches means there is five times the risk, and anything over 40 is 12 times the risk. Who knew love handles could be so dangerous?
The data were collected from 27,270 men who were tracked over 13 years as participants in the Harvard Health Professionals Follow-Up Study. Led by Dr. Youfa Wang, the researchers determined
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Muscles are sensitive to pressure Stiff, tight, spasmic feeling Dull, aching, or burning pain in muscles Muscle imbalances Limited range-of-motion movement Heat eases the pain
Trigger points are caused by many forces, such as acute or chronic muscular overload due to trauma, repetitive strain, poor posture and even emotional stress. Most trigger points can be reduced or extirpated by manual Trigger Point therapy (ischemic compression). Physical Therapists can initiate treatment of this muscle through the use of myofascial release techniques, trigger point work, heat, and instruction with a home exercise program. For more information visit: www.daly-chiro.com
that waist circumference is a far more useful tool than the Body Mass Index (BMI), which is a weight-to-height ratio for assessing who is most at risk for type 2 diabetes. The difference is that the waist size measures abdominal fat, a key risk factor. The study findings were published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. vbv If you are worried you might be at risk of developing diabetes, call into Lynch’s Pharmacy in Douglas for a free waist measurement, and some helpful advice if required, or ring us on 4366923 to arrange an appointment for waist measurement. By Garvan J. Lynch B.Sc.N.U.I. B.Sc. Chem. G.R.S.C. B.Sc. Pharm. M.P.S.I. M.R.Pharm.S. of Lynchs Pharmacy
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fashion feature
If you want to get ahead, get some style. As Spring turns to Irish Summer, what automatically suggests itself is the need to blow off the cobwebs of Winter to make a statement of where you are, how you address people in the terms of your appearance and what you conceive of your life and your children’s lives in the way that we complete ourselves socially.
It’s quite automatic that we’re always going to consider how we’re perceived by the world and this feature gives a wide variety of options. Consequently, one excellent way in which people are going to be enabled to steal a march is to engage with the clothing and accessory stores featured in the Douglas Post this week. Each featured advertiser gives children, men and women options for cutting a dash and looking effective or elegant or beautifully turned out in the widest variety of social situations. To say that each business we feature is exquisite barely does justice to what each offers in the service of producing alluring effects or enhancement as these are most likely to be achieved. Unquestionably, each outlet has a transformational effect on each customer and the prices at all locations intelligently reflect where the society pitches itself economically in the absolute terms of good value for money. Looking good in appearance is a response in which we show others that we’re keen to get on with life and have a stylish approach to doing so. Be excellent always.
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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
May Day in the Park
The sight of 300 ducks racing the length of the river that flows through Douglas Community Park, caused the biggest buzz, especially for the children, as they shot to the finish line. There were six lucky winners, and the fact that the ducks were plastic didn’t detract one iota from the wonderment for the children (big and small). Our fund-raising team pulled out all the stops organizing this event which included face painting, fancy dress competition, egg and spoon race, a super DJ, Piper’s carousel and Candy Floss, grilled burgers and sausages provided by Chef Michael, tea, coffee and cakes for refreshment – and nothing was wasted .. even the hard-boiled eggs for the egg and spoon race were devoured! The generosity of the local business people was again enormous, Takings from the day were almost €2,000, a lot of which was invested in tents and other equipment so that we can build on this event and make future special days in the park just as exciting and entertaining and more. Well done
Open Garden Fund-Raiser: Diary date for all ye budding gardeners! On Sat. 8th June 2013, John and Helen Fox are hosting an ‘Open Garden’ from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at their home at ‘Glencairn’, Underwood, Rochestown. There will be a plant stall, a cuppa and home-made cookies will be served, plus musical entertainment in the afternoon. What more to lift the spirits! The proceeds will go to Douglas Community Association Meals-on-Wheels building project which will begin very shortly. The garden at ‘Glencairn’, Underwood, is located on the Passage Road, .25 k past the Rochestown Inn opposite Hop Island. There is a public car park at Hop Island. Entry will be a donation to our building fund. Services at Centre: For new readers who may not know about our services, they include the Meals & Wheels service, Pre-School and Playgroup, Care-Ring (a service that includes a friendly social call to people living alone), Carer/Toddler group, Tidy Towns Committee for greater Douglas area (see website ‘douglastidytowns.ie’), facilitating a Community Welfare Service, Management of a 5-acre park in the heart of Douglas including a Kiddies Playground (for children up to the age of 13 years) and a jogging path. New volunteers always welcome!
Tidy Towns
I.D.A. Officials will visit Douglas on the 18th June. They have analyzed land west of Douglas with a view to creating an Invitation Campus. They hope to meet with land owners and business people who have identified Douglas as a very suitable area to set up a business. The project has the potential to create hundreds of jobs for the people of Douglas.
Our wonderful team of volunteers meet every Saturday in the Community Park at 10.30 a.m. and work until noon gathering up litter throughout the Douglas area. High viz jackets and picks supplied. So come along and join in the preparation for this year’s annual Tidy Towns Competition and make new friends. You will be in great company with this group of up-beat, forward-looking people of all ages united in their focus to make Douglas the tidiest, best-presented town in Ireland.
Douglas Writers Group
Community Welfar Officer
IDA to visit Douglas
The next meeting of the Douglas Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Business Centre), Douglas on Friday 14th June 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
YOGA for HOPE 27 Oct - 6 Nov
Bringing the benefits of Yoga to the street children & their carer’s in HOPE Homes in Kolkata. Douglas Yoga Center have moved to a new premises at Maryborough Woods and all classes scheduled this week are on a donation basis with part of the proceeds going towards “Yoga for HOPE” In October this year, I will be travelling to Kolkata as part of a group to teach and share yoga with both the children and their carer’s at the HOPE Projects. Learning Yoga encourages children to build trust in their inner selves, to be creative as well as helping them to release anger, fear and sadness. Teaching children relaxation and breathing techniques increases their inner strength, boosts self-esteem and sense of well being and self respect. I am really looking forward to this unique opportunity to meet the children at the HOPE homes and visit the projects run by HOPE and their partners, providing Schools, Crèches, Medical Facilities, and Craft Co operatives. Currently HOPE funds over 60 projects for street children and their families and I am committed to raising what I can to support them.
Beal Taine
May belongs to the Beal Taine festival celebrating creativity as we age, from dance to cinema, painting to theatre- Beal Taine showcases the talent of first time professional older adults. It is a chance for people to make new friends, a chance to communicate traditions between the generations also a chance for a dormant skill to find a new outlet. Beal Taine events take place all over the country in librarys, art centres etc, Douglas library have an extensive programme of events during the festival
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For people in and around the Douglas area, the Dept. Of Social Protection provides a Community Welfare Officer, who attends at three different venues: Douglas Community Centre, Passage and Ballintemple Health Centres. Please check the times and days that the CWO is attending your area which are on our website. How to contact us. Office Times/Website: Mon. (9-1), Tues. (9-2) and Fri. (9-2.30) Telephone: 489495. E-mail: douglasca@eircom.net. Meetings held once-monthly on the 3rd Monday of each month. Website: www.douglascommunity.ie, and Facebook: www.facebook.com/ douglascommunity.
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Ballinlough Writer’s Group
The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Board Room), Douglas on Fri 21st June 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.
Over 60’s Final
Ballinlough Community Association is represented this year by Helen Ford in the Over 60’s Final in the City Hall on Sunday 26th May. Helen is from Lower Glanmire Road, she has been singing since a very young age. She attened St. Patrick’s National school, and sang in the school choir there. When Helen left secondary school she went to work in Youghal Carpets, Killacloyne she was asked to sing at their Dinner Dances, she also sang at ther Lower Glanmire Road Dinner Dances, everywhere Helen went, she was always invited to sing. Helen was a member of the Leeside singers for five years, and then joined the Wilcollane Choir for four years. In latter years Helen sings voluntary for the residents of Marymount and for the residents of Bridehaven Home Mallow. Helen is married to Tom for thirty eight years. This is Helen’s fourth year in the Over 60’s Final, last year she came in second place. Best of luck Helen this year in the Final from all in Ballinlough
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U 12 Céilí Band, Helen Manning and Zara Kareem in Duet, U 12 Finn Mac Fhlannachadh Melodeon U 12, Seamus Hickey Fiddle U 15, Cormac Towe Drums and Whistle U 12, Meabhdh Ní Cheallacháin Drums 12 - 15 Cathal Cronin Banjo U 12 The Adult Grúpa Cheoil, O 18 Mairín Rua ní hAodha in Harp 15 - 18 Liam Kennedy in Mandolin Over 18 Liam Kennedy, Anne O’Donoghue and Enda Leavy Trio O 18
In 3rd place were: • Rachel Conroy 3rd and recommended (for the Munser Fleadh in) Piano Accompaniment, 12 - 15 • Cathal Cronin 3rd and rec Whistling 12 – 15, • Helen Manning, Cathal Cronin and Finn Mac Fhlannachadh 3rd and rec in Trio U 12 • U 15 Céilí Band 3rd and recommended • Séamus Hickey, Gael Walsh and Tomás Manning 3rd in Trio 12 15, • Tomás Manning 3rd in Storytelling U 12 • Fiachra Cronin 3rd Whistling 12 – 15 • Con Broderick 3rd in Bodhhrán 12 -15 • All the first and second winners and the 3rd recommended qualify to go on to the Munster Fleadh Cheoil in Limerick on the weekend of July 19, 20 and 21st.
Under 15 Douglas Comhaltas Céilí Band at the Fleadh Cheoil in Ballyvourney.
May Procession
The annual May procession will be held on Sunday 26th May at 7.30pm. Assemble at the Community Centre at 7.15pm. First Communion children and those who have made their Confirmation especially welcome.
May Procession Hall and rooms to let at Ballinlough Community Centre
There are some free times available in the community centre, anyone interesting in renting the hall or a room, can contact our Booking Officer Terry Shannon on 086 8502 330.
Ballinlough Community Association
Ballinlough Community Association held their AGM last Monday night, full report next week.
Fleadh Cheoil Success
The sound of traditional music could be heard all over Ballyvourney last weekend at the County Fleadh Cheoil. Craobh na Dúglaise were well represented in Céilí Bands and Grúpaí Cheoil and many individual competitions. While all competitors performed extremely well over the weekend the Douglas winners were as follows:
Carrigaline escapes pay parking By Cllr David Boyle
Winners Emma Coughlan, Fiachra Cronin, Helen and Joanne at the County Fleadh Cheoil. In 1st place were: • Joanne Quirke Flute and Flute Slow Airs Over 18, • Barry Cogan Storytelling Over 18 • Ciarán Fitzpatrick Drums, 15 - 18 • Emma Coughlan Whistle 12 - 15, • Séamus Hickey Whistling 12 -15, • Fiachra Cronin Fiddle Slow Airs 12 – 15, • Cormac Towe Piano Accompaniment and Orgán Béil U 12, • Helen Manning 1st in Flute and flute Slow Airs U 12
At a meeting in County Hall yesterday County Councillors decided not to give the go ahead to an identical pay parking system to the Douglas regime. There was no support for the introduction of pay parking bye-laws in Carrigaline and with the proposal failing to get a seconder and the proposal was shelved. Independent Councillor David Boyle says,”I welcome the fact that pay parking will not be introduced into Carrigaline. It has been a disaster for Douglas and has effected Douglas in a very negative way. It is clear to me that Fine Gael, who voted in block for pay parking in Douglas, have by voting against pay parking in Carrigaline admitted that it has not worked. They have let businesses and the people of Douglas down very badly”. With the failure to introduce pay parking into Carrigaline this leaves Douglas at a distinct disadvantage to Carrigaline. Cllr Boyle continues,”Cork County Council parking policy is now discriminating against Douglas and gives areas who don’t have a similar regime an advantage in economic terms. This is not acceptable and this need to change. The pay parking bye-laws need to be changed and soon to stop the damage being done to the image of Douglas”.
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Delicious newly launched
Summer Menu now available at
The Watermarq Restaurant
Mahon/Blackrock Community Church
Meet every Tuesday for a special time of prayer for the local Community and a study of Gods Word in the Bible Venue: Mahon Community Centre (upstairs at 7 30pm) Everyone is Welcome to come along Home visits are also available to suit for anyone who is unable to come but would like prayer and encouragement please contact us @ 089 41 82966 all our services and ministry is free of charge. Childrens/Youth group is held at the MCC huts behind the Centre on Mondays at 5 30pm and 6 30pm visit our facebook page at Mahon/ Blackrock Community Church
Mahon/Blackrock Community Church Sandy Kelly for the Rockies club
Sandy Kelly will be the special guest of exciting new Bluegrass band Rackhouse Pilfer when they make their Cork debut at the Rockies Club, Church Road, on Friday May 24th. Sandy is the mother of Willie Kelly who is a member of the band and she has decided to come along on the night and help them launch the band in Cork. The show starts at 9.30. Refreshments will be served and the good news is, there’s no cover charge.
New hospital signals dawn for new health service organisations By Jerry Buttimer TD
Silver Springs Moran Hotel Reservations: 021 450 7533 www.silverspringsmoranhotel.com/ watermarq-restaurant-cork/
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Grouping hospitals will mean better patient outcomes, improved conditions for staff and a bigger role for small hospitals Fine Gael Cork South Central Deputy and Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Health, Jerry Buttimer, has said the Higgin’s Report on the Establishment of Hospital Groups and the Small Hospital Framework, which has been approved by Cabinet today (Tuesday), signals a new dawn in the organisation of our hospitals which will ultimately mean better outcomes for patients. “This reform represents the biggest reorganisation of Irish hospitals in the history of the State. By grouping hospitals together they will be able to compete on the world stage when it comes to research, recruitment and the retention of key staff. “Under the new scheme each hospital will be helped to reach its true potential by specialising in certain procedures. This will allow patients to be treated at the lowest level of complexity in a manner that is safe, timely and as efficient as possible. “Hospitals in Cork will be part of the South/South West Group and will include Cork University Hospital, Mercy University Hospital, South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital, Mallow General Hospital, Clonmel, Lourdes Orthopaedic Hospital in Kilcreene, Kerry General Hospital, Bantry General Hospital and Waterford Regional Hospital. “Hospital reconfiguration is at an advanced stage in the south western part of the group, and the implementation of the Reconfiguration of Acute Hospital Services, Cork & Kerry Region; a Roadmap to develop an integrated university hospital network (2010) will continue under the group structure.
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Add the lemon juice and zest and whisk well. Pour the lemon cream mixture into six little pots and refrigerate for three hours. Serve with stem ginger shortbread or when in season raspberries.
“Trashed”
The screening of the film “Trashed” narrated by Jeremy Irons which sees him set out to discover the extent and effects of the global waste problem will be shown on Friday 31 May at 7.30 in the Church Hall across from John the Baptist Church Midleton
Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food and Wine a wonderful success.
The inaugural Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food and Wine, which took place in Ballymaloe Cookery School and in Ballymaloe House in Shanagarry, Cork from May 3-6 has been hailed as a wonderful success. Hosted by celebrated cook and author Darina Allen, the Festival was attended by renowned gastronomic stars, chefs and authors from Australia, America, Thailand, India, Egypt, Sri Lanka, Russia, Denmark, Spain, England and Ireland. Darina Allen said ‘’The festival took on a life of its own, there was a buzz beyond our wildest dreams, I’ve had phone calls and texts from as far away as Australia, Japan and California. I would really like to thank our team and volunteers for their amazing hard work and for making the festival such a huge success. I would also like to say a massive thank you to all our sponsors, specifically our main sponsors Failte Ireland, Sodexo, Irish Distillers, KerryGold and Bord Bia. Without their support this festival could not happen.” Over the course of the weekend the festival was attended by 8000 people and some of the highlights included Claudia Roden’s cooking demonstration of exotic Mediterranean cuisine, Madhur Jaffrey’s humorous and enlightening conversation on the history of the Curry Nation, Bill Yosses insight into life in the White House, Jancis Robinson’s presentation on Wine Grapes – A complete guide to 1,368 vine varieties, including their origins and flavours and the wonderful cooking demonstration with acclaimed chefs Skye Gyngell, Claire Ptak and David Tanis. The Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food and Wine, which is the first ever, Literary Festival in Ireland dedicated to the celebration of food and wine is delighted to announce that the festival will take place in 2014. The dates of the 2014 Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food and Wine are May 16-May 18. See www.litfest.ie for regular updates on the Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food and Wine.
Cookery demonstration with Madhur Jaffrey (top left), Donal Skehan filming a food demo as part of his Kitchen Hero series (bottom left) and Big Shed Fring Festival (right) at Ballymaloe Literary Festival. Photo: Photo Joleen Cronin
Lemon Posset recipe by Gilbert’s Restuarant & Townhouse 1.
For the posset, place the double cream and the sugar into a large pan over a low heat and bring to the boil slowly. Boil for three minutes, then remove from the heat and allow to cool.
7 million makeover for Independence of the Seas
Following a two-week long, $7 million makeover, Royal Caribbean International’s 3,634-guest Independence of the Seas will start its summer season by arriving into Cobh on 3 June, 2013 to take on guests for a 14-Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise. The new-look ship will offer a host of innovative features and popular venues, first introduced on Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas - the largest cruise ships in the world - including a new baby and toddler nursery, a giant outdoor cinema screen and an enhanced digital way finding system. Guests with a sweet tooth can look forward to the introduction of ‘The Cupcake Cupboard’ for freshly-baked gourmet cupcakes, bespoke culinary parties and design classes. The ship also will enjoy the addition of Giovanni’s Table, an Italian trattoria featuring Italian classics served family-style. Be one of the first to enjoy the ship’s makeover by joining the 14-Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise from €1,699 per person (based on two adults sharing an inside stateroom). Price includes the 14 night cruise which departs from Cobh on 3 June before calling to Olden, Norway; Alesund, Norway; Flam, Norway; Stavanger, Norway; Kristiansand, Norway; Oslo, Norway and Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium ahead of the end in Southampton, UK and the return flight back to Ireland (Dublin/Cork/Shannon) with checked baggage allowance and transfers to the airport; meals and entertainment onboard and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.
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Photographs captured by Lorraine Goggin at the recent Duck Race event in Douglas, Cork. All of these photographs and many more are available on our official Facebook page.
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Psoriasis Association of Ireland
The Irish Skin Foundation are having a meeting on wednesday the 5th June in the Ballyphehane community centre from 7.30pm to 9pm. This is an informal meeting ran by volunteers to chat and share experiences and tips. All welcome and its free to attend. For further information please check out the Irish Skin Foundations website.
Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa proudly presents ‘Stepping Stones’.
Thursday the 23rd of May marks the opening of ‘Stepping Stones’, Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa’s 25thannual visual arts exhibition at Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa, Tramore Road. Each year CSN organises an exhibition that showcases artworks by students of the college. Tony Magner, Textiles Lecturer at GMIT, will officially open the exhibition at 7pm. This year’s show will be a special celebration of the college’s 25th end-of-year art exhibition entitled, ‘Stepping Stones.’ The exhibition features works in a variety of media including drawing, painting, print, ceramics, textiles and woodwork as well as photography and digital media. The diverse skills and processes employed by the 100 artists featured in this show reflect the excellent tuition and the large range of courses that are on offer at CSN. ‘Stepping Stones’ is a title that reflects the journey of many of the exhibiting artists on display who will go on to further their education or set up their own art studios. Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa offers the perfect opportunity for school leavers and mature students alike, who would like to develop new skills in preparation for further education or to join the workforce. The works on show vary greatly in media and style, ‘Stepping Stones,’ Showcases the very best of each of the art departments at CSN. ’Stepping Stones’ will provide a valuable platform for students of the numerous art and design courses at CSN to showcase their skill. ‘Stepping Stones’ runs from the 23rd May to the 21st of September.
Harambee - working together
Do you like to travel? Do you care about people? Do you love a challenge? Do you like to step outside of your comfort zone and experience something new? Do you care about global development and wonder why in some parts of the world people have such a struggle just to survive? Have you always wanted to do something about it? If the answer is yes, then your time – your energy – your skills – your motivation and your enquiring mind could make a difference to people’s lives in Kenya this year. Londiani is a town and a district in Kenya. The communities there face many challenges in their daily lives. Friends of Londiani (FOL) are an Irish registered charity (chy 16505) who have been working with these communities and supporting them in their efforts since 2002. Harambee is a swahili word which means ‘working together’ and this is what volunteering with FOL is all about. The next FOL Harambee volunteer project will be held in November this year. This is a short-term volunteer placement opportunity for 2 or 3 weeks in Kenya along with a training programme around it to enhance the experience and help prepare you for it. This is a chance to use your skills to help make changes to peoples lives and to explore hands on for yourself an understanding of global development issues. FOL will have an information night on Harambee on Wednesday, May 22nd at the Irish Aid Centre in O Connell street in Dublin between 6pm & 8pm. Come along to find out more or for information on schedules, costs, fundraising targets, selection process and application forms contact Friends of Londiani on 021 4621748 or harambee@friendsoflondiani.com or on www. friendsoflondiani.com
Psoriasis Association of Ireland Miss Cork to run for Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind
Miss Cork, Jessica Hayes is encouraging runners and walkers to come out in support of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind on June 3rd and participate in the Flora Women’s Mini Marathon or join herself and her fellow Pulse Models in the Cork Marathon where they will be running as a team. For more information and to register for your Irish Guide Dog Run4us pack please contact Anne Marie at 1850 506 300 or annemariecollins@guidedogs.ie.
Learn cúpla focal on a great Gaeltacht break!
The Cork Gaeltacht reaches west from Cork City through the Lee Riv-
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er Valley to Macroom and beyond. Make like Socrates and walk while you talk on a walking break in the Muscrai Gaeltacht along the Cork/ Kerry border with Lee Valley Walking. www.leevalleywalking.com The Cork Gaeltacht also takes in the wildly romantic Cape Clear Island, 13km off the coast of West Cork. This tiny island is an archaeological wonder, with megalithic standing stones, a 5000 year old passage grave, and the ruins of a 12th century church and a 14th century castle. www.capeclearisland.com. Wherever you want your Irish journey to take you, let it begin at one of Ireland’s gorgeous Gealtachts with www.discoverireland.ie as your guide. Ceart go leor!
Psoriasis Association of Ireland Northern Ireland gears up for a ride of a lifetime
Nextyear over 200 of the world’s best cyclists will pedal their way into Northern Ireland for the opening stages of one of the world’s most prestigious cycling races and the Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB) is on the countdown to the hotly anticipated event. To find out more on cycling in Northern Ireland contact NITB on callsave 1850 230 230 or click on www.discovernorthernireland.com
Psoriasis Association of Ireland 25,000 childrem dog in for the greener side of life Over 25,000 kids all over Ireland have dug in and are now sowing and growing with thanks to innocent & GIY. The sow & grow project aims to get kids growing through a fun, free learning experience that will show them just how easy it is to produce their own greens and eat their crop. Teachers and youth-group leaders alike can get involved with the project by registering and downloading lesson plans on www.innocentdrinks.ie/sowandgrow. The plans will keep a group of young growers busy while educating them on the benefits of planting seeds which they will see grow and turn into a delicious, edible plant. If the children and their leaders register and keep innocent updated on their sowing and growing progress, they are eligible to win fantastic prizes for their schools. Kids can keep innocent updated by submitting photos of their progress and writing diary entries about how they are getting on growing. All of this can be uploaded to innocentdrinks.ie/sowandgrow. Schools and youth-groups that keep innocent in the loop can win an array of prizes, sure to keep a communal garden flourishing. Prizes include: a trip to Bloom in June for the winning class and hundreds of euros worth of gardening equipment for runners up. What have schools said? “What do we get? We get happy kids learning in a positive fun way and seeing the focus move from the academic to the hands on. It’s a chance for all pupils to flourish and become fitter and healthier.” Cloghan’s Hill NS, Tuam
Katherine Jenkins plays Cork!
Evoking beauty with every note, mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins is one of the brightest shining stars of classical and operatic pop music. Having achieved unprecedented success with her album sales and achieving sold out concerts on an international scale, Ms. Jenkins is credited with being one of the elite performers making classical music accessible to all. Fresh from a hugely successful co-headline tour of the UK and Europe with Il Divo, Ms. Jenkins will join The City of Cork Symphony Orchestra on December 11th and 12th 2013 in expected sell-out concerts at City Hall Cork which will be compèred by Miriam O’ Callaghan.The concerts are sponsored by Deloitte and Jaguar with The Irish Examiner and Lyric Fm as media partners. Admirable support has also been given from local sponsors including Heineken, Jameson, Bord Gais, Vodafone, O’Callaghan Properties, Port of Cork, Goldcrop, Ronan Daly Jermyn and Savills. Tickets are priced at €65 (balcony)/€55 (front parterre)/€45 (back) and are available on ticketmaster.ie or at Promusica, Oliver Plunkett St., Cork. For corporate tickets please email: fduffy@deloitte.ie
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Ocean to City Martime Festival 2013 By Cllr Kieran McCarthy One of Ireland’s largest rowing races and maritime festival combined, Ocean to City, will take place 1-10 June 2013 (www. oceantocity.com). The festival celebrates Cork’s maritime history and unique harbour, and is set to be the biggest to date with a packed programme of events. This is the ninth year of the festival which is organised by Cork based community boat builders Meitheal Mara, with the support of Cork City and County Councils and Fáilte Ireland. The highlight of the festival, An Rás Mór, which takes place on Saturday 8 June, is worth more than €600,000 to the local Cork economy with an estimated 12,500 spectators expected to cheer on the boats at the numerous vantage points along the route. The course will begin at Crosshaven at 12noon before traversing over 28 km (15 nautical miles) through Cork Harbour, via Cobh, Monkstown, Passage and Blackrock before reaching the finish line at Lapps Quay in Cork’s city centre. On-street entertainment, food markets and live music will also reverberate from the Lapps Quay finish line throughout the day before the finale event and prize giving which will take place in the Clarion Hotel. In association with festival, Cllr Kieran McCarthy invites all Cork young people to participate in McCarthy’s ‘Make a Model Boat Project’. All interested must make a model boat at home from recycled materials and bring it along for judging to Cork’s Atlantic Pond on Saturday morning, 1 June 2013, 11am. The event is being run in association with Meitheal Mara’s Ocean to City, Cork’s Maritime Festival (1-10th June) and the Lifetime Lab. There are three categories, two for primary and one for secondary students. There are prizes for best models and the event is free to enter. Cllr McCarthy, who is heading up the event, noted “I am encouraging creation, innovation and imagination amongst our young people, which are important traits for all of us to develop”. See www.kieranmccarthy.ie under community programme details or email info@kieranmccarthy.ie
John O’Leary, President Ballincollig Vintage and Classic Car Club, congratulating Ralph Allshire, Douglas, whose MG Midget was chosen as the car the judge would love to own. Picture: Mike English
Lynch welcomes report on SUSI By Ciarán Lynch TD Local representative Ciaran Lynch TD has welcomed the review report on the Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). The independent review by Accenture has identified a number of recommendations for the student grant awarding authority to address. This review is a result of quite a number of delays and complaints made by both students and parents last year. Commenting on the report Deputy Lynch said, “Since last October I became very concerned for student funding support following numerous calls from distressed parents regarding the delay in student grants being awarded. The whole application process was complicated and both students and parents were left in the dark far too long by SUSI. As we approach a new academic year we cannot have a repeat performance of these problems and I expect no less than that this report’s recommendations will be implemented with the greatest of urgency. The awarding of grants must not be delayed by months leaving the burden of financing student’s education and living expenses solely on parents.” Some of the key recommendations include reducing the amount of documentation sought from applicants, improved training for SUSI support staff, increased management and staff resources, the development of an on-line self service tracker system for applicants and a dedicated SUSI website. In time it is recommended that the SUSI grant system will be a fully web based.
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This week’s crossword:
This week’s clues: Last week’s teaser: Fred was inquisitive about the world outside. Each day he gazed wistfully through the glass at a world he could never know. Then one day, the unthinkable happened. Some boy’s playing outside accidentally broke the glass, instantly Fred regretted his curiosity. Why?
Last week’s answer: Fred was a Goldfish !
This weak’s teaser: Smart Alec sat In the Biology Class with a smug smile on his face.” What are you looking so pleased about? “ asked the teacher with a feeling of Impending doom. “ I know something that has four legs and two arms” announced Alec proudly. The teacher racked his brains but he could never know. But could think of no creature which fitted this description. What did Alec mean?
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home & gardening
It’s hard to believe that in less than four weeks we’ll be at mid-summers day. In the meantime we’ll try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing in your garden this week. Not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week. Flower Garden Dig up, divide and replant bearded iris as soon as flowers fade. Tie in new rambler rose shoots, and cut out any that are surplus. Deadhead rhododendrons carefully, avoiding the young shoots immediately below. Prune brooms, philadelphus, deutzia and similar shrubs as they finish flowering. Cut down old hellebore stems to expose new growth. Continue sowing hardy perennials in a nursery bed, and biennials such as Canterbury belIs. Tie in the young stems of wall shrubs before they grow away from their supports. Kitchen Garden Suspend pheromone traps in apple and pear trees to attract cod ling moth and other flying pests. Test first early potatoes for size, and continue earthing up as necessary. Remove runners from strawberry plants if not needed for propagation. Plant tomatoes outdoors in a sunny sheltered spot. Plant out marrows and cucumbers after fully hardening off. Plant out self-blanching celery close together in blocks. Pinch out the tops of broad beans to deter aphids. In dry weather water seed drills before sowing, and allow to drain. Pick rhubarb regularly, and pinch out any flower stems. Lawns & Hedges Continue mowing regularly, and trim fastgrowing hedges to maintain a neat finish. Greenhouse Sow primulas, both hardy kinds and P. obconica, malacoides and x kewensis varieties for winter flowering. Water garden Finish adding hardy and half-hardy aquatics to ponds. Trawl surplus
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pondweed and blanket weed if threatening to choke areas of the pond. In General Watch out for aphids generally, as they are breeding rapidly now. Plant out celeriac after fully hardening off plants.
Legal / Sports
Wills and the importance of making a will It is important to make a will as it ensures after your death that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. There are also some tax considerations involved and by leaving your assets in a particular way you can limit the tax to be paid by your beneficiaries. What if you die without making a will? If this happens you will have absolutely no control as to how your assets are divided. Irish law under the Succession Act sets out the rules for distributing one’s assets where there is no will. So for example, if you die leaving a spouse and children then your spouse is entitled to two-thirds of your estate and your children are entitled to the remaining onethird equally.
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where there is no way to deal with any tax issues that arise; no way to change the distribution to each child; where there are children under 18 there are no Guardians or Trustees appointed to deal with their estate; if you are separated but not yet divorced your spouse or civil partner may still be able to make a claim on your estate until the divorce is finalised.
The Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010 If you’re in a relationship, you may be entitled to a share of their estate when they die
regardless of whether they have made provision for you in their will. Married couples automatically have a “legal right share” in their spouse’s estate; Under the above Act same sex couples and cohabitants now have similar rights; If you’re a same sex couple, once your relationship is registered you will be entitled to a share of your partner’s estate irrespective of what provision has been made for you in their will. The share you get depends on whether you have children or not; If you are a cohabitant, you do not automatically have a right to your partner’s estate. However the Act has allowed cohabitants to make an application to court for provision out of the deceased partner’s estate. In order to qualify you will need to be living with your partner for two years if you have children or five years if you do not have children. However, you must make the application within six months of the grant of probate. The advantages of making a will You decide how your assets are to be divided; You can make special provision for any specific objects such as personal possessions that have
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sentimental value or the family home; You have control; If you are an unmarried couple you can ensure that your partner is provided for; You can determine who will manage your affairs on your death; You can ensure that your will is as tax efficient as possible taking advantage of the tax thresholds available; You will have peace of mind that your estate will be divided as you wish and you can ensure that the people you choose will administer your estate. The preparation of a will allows you to choose your executor who will deal with the winding up of your estate in the way you have requested; It will also make it easier for your loved ones to deal with your affairs when you are gone. Dying without a will adds all sorts of complications to the administration of an estate and can increase the cost and work involved for the executors. For example, when there is no will the executors are usually required by the Probate Office to obtain an Administration Bond which is a form of insurance policy before any funds can be gathered in.
Pádraig Nash won Gold in Under 14, 80m Hurdles and Eoghan Nash won the Gold in the 200m Sprint, both brothers will represent Cork in August at the All Ireland Community Games to be held in Athlone IT.
Douglas CS Athletics Report
Douglas GAA Results: The Douglas under 16 footballers travelled to Clonakilty last weekend to play in the local tournament. They defeated Bantry Blues, Nemo Rangers and St. Finbarr’s before overcoming Carrigaline in the final. Well done to the players and mentors Tom Sheehan and Pat Dineen. The under 13 footballers also won silverware and impressed as they defeated Nemo Rangers to win the county football final. Championship Fixture: Sunday 2nd June Senior Hurling Championship Douglas v. Midleton (4pm in Carrigtwohill)
Cork Community Games 2013 With the price of Gold at a premium high, the Nash brothers from Douglas hit the jackpot in CIT on Sunday at the Cork Community Games 2013.
It was a great day for the Douglas Community School athletes at the Munster Schools Track & Field championships held at Cork IT Track. Sean Barber kicked things off with an outstanding run in the junior boys 800m running 2.10 and getting the bronze medal. In the junior 1500m Ben Smith had the race of his life for 4th place and a huge PB with 4.31. Evan Byrne battled hard in the u16 mile and was rewarded with a 5th place finish. In the inter boys 3000m Liam Harris had a superb race running 9.22 for 3rd place with Fionn Bracken also running a great race knocking 20 secs of his best ever time with 9.41 for 6th place. In the inter boys 1500m Douglas had 2nd and 3rd place with super runs by Jamie O Connell and Stephen Cotter. Finally in the senior boys 5000m John Durcan 4th and Brendan Couch 5th had great runs with John running a PB in his last ever race for the school. Well done to all and best of luck to those qualified for the All Ireland Schools Championships in Tullamore on June 1st. By Steven Macklin
Douglas Hurling & Football Club Classics This year’s golf classic is scheduled for Friday 31st May at Douglas Golf Club. Entry is 200 euro for a team of three. Tee box sponsorship is 50 euro. For more information please contact Mr. Dermot Keane on 087-2261845.
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Douglas CS Athletics ReportPassage West GAA Club News Camogie: Camogie training for our Underage children continues every Friday from 6—7pm in Manning Park. Please bring your children along and meet new friends while learning the art of Camogie under supervision. IOK Walk: Thanks to everyone that helped out in any way in making Katies wish to walk 10k roadrace at Passage West GAA Club last Friday evening such a overwhelming success. Once again thanks to Oonagh and her staff for their wonderful work in keeping everyone happy and well fed. The race was a huge success with over 260 runners taking part in the 10k course that took the runners from Eurospar, through the town, and up the old railway line to Rochestown, passing the Monastery and back to the GAA club via the old road from Rochestown. A tough race that was won in a time of 33minutes 45 seconds. A special thanks to Francis McEveney and his hard working committee for such wonderful organisation of the event. Thanks to all the sponsors who gave generously. Already plans are in place to make this event a annual occurrence. Also thanks to all those that took part in the Walk from Passage to Rochestown and back via the old railway line.
festival, celebrating the 175th Anniversary of the Sirius first crossing of Atlantic in 1838 will officially come to a close. The week long celebrations and and Events will wind down with a great night of music planned in the GAA club , starting at 9pm. Various artists are lined up to play,among them, Cork Rokk, Colin Irwin, Passage West Choir and some surprise Artists lined up as well. I am told that a great night is guaranteed for all. Our clubhouse at Manning Park is available for all types of Functions and Parties, Please contact Oonagh for details 0873564530. By Noel Collins
Clubouse: Due to unforeseen circumstances the Community Awards due to be held on Friday night next are cancelled till further notice. Instead on Friday night next at our Clubhouse Manning Park, there will be a night of Music and Song as the week long Maritime
Captain of the victorious Douglas under 16 football team Adam Geaney receiving the cup.
Liam Murphy making a presentation to Patrick O’Donovan, Frankfield, following Parkgate Jet’s win in the Greyhound and Petworld Trackside Store Open 330 at Curraheen Park. Picture: Mike English.
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