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IN THIS ISSUE
Denis Coffey Know Your Rights Lynches Pharmacy Koru Chiropractioner Cork People’s Convention Haven Chiropractioner Village Veterinary Clinic
COMMUNITY NEWS
Douglas Ballinlough Mahon Blackrock SOUTH LINK Carrigaline
DINING OUT FEATURE
Gilbert Restaurant (Cobh) The Field Kitchen (Ballycotton) The Cornstore (Cork City)
POETRY CORNER
Ronnie McGinn Writer’s Group Notices Letters
THANKSGIVINGS
Sacret Heart Prayers
WEDDING GUIDE
Wedding Showcase
COMPETITION
Mike Denver Cork Opera House Puerta Banus
SPORT
GAA Golf Bowls
PUZZLES
Crossword Brain Teasers Cinema Listings
EDITOR’S NOTES One of the highlights starting this Friday in Douglas is a literary event to honour the memory of the internationally known Abbey Theatre playwright Lennox Robinson who lived in Westgrove House, Donnybrook. The Lennox Robinson Literary Festival will be officially opened by Eoghan Harris at St. Columba’s Hall at 9 P.M this Friday 28th of February. During the Literary Festival there will be a wide variety of exciting events taking place all over Douglas including readings, short talks, Book Launches, Story telling, performances and lots more to open the mind into a once off literary event that is worthy of appearance. To keep up with the schedule here is a run down on where to be, what time and who you bring is up to you.
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The Lennox Robinson Literary Festival Official Opening St Columba’s Hall - 9 P.M Fri 28th Feb Eoghan Harris to perform opening ceremony of The Lennox Robinson Literary Festival in Douglas on February 28th. Cliff Wedgbury will launch Pete Duffy’s very first book. “Old Dog for the Hard Road”. Douglas Library - 11 AM Sat 1st March A new portrait of Lennox Robinson to be unveiled by Cork’s Lord Mayor Cllr Catherine Clancy at the local Douglas Library during a literary weekend in his honour. Plus Readings by Cork author and playwright Jim McKeown St. Luke’s Church Douglas - Saturday 1st March at 2pm Remembering Lennox Robinson with Jim Queally - A short talk on the author’s life and works, followed by readings from Robinson’s stories.
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John O’Sullivan’s Bar Douglas - 5 p.m. Saturday 1st March An evening of Storytelling, from the Yarnspinners with guests Colm Scully from Westgrove Estate and Noel O’Callaghan of The Douglas Writers Group Douglas G.A.A. Club 8 p.m. – Saturday 1st March Readings by Billy McCarthy and Cliff Wedgbury Quigley’s Restaurant • Douglas 11.30 a.m. Sunday 2nd March Readings by children from the Douglas Junior Writers Group with top selling author Maria Burke St Columbas Hall at 3 P.M. on Sunday 2nd March The Monfort College of Performing Arts Directed by Suzanne Jones will perform a Lennox Robinson play. The South County Douglas 8 p.m. Sunday 1st March Readings by Billy O’Callaghan and Ronnie McGinn, followed by the official closing of the festival.
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Photographer: Chris OBrien
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
This year it will be bigger and better than the first ever such parade organised in Douglas last year. Marie Piper and her team are pulling out all the stops. The Parade will start at 2pm from the Park. The entry fee for floats is €50, groups who wish to participate is €10 per group, and groups of children must be accompanied with an adult who is responsible for them, and have one adult at least per 10 children. Details of the route can be seen on Marie’s big ad on this issue of the Post or on our website at www.douglascommunity.ie At the event there are endless activities and goings on. St Patricks Day Duck Race tickets will be on sale in the park. There a wide variety of food on offer at the stalls in the park, tasty burgers, warming saughes in a roll, mouth watering crepes along with cakes, tea and coffee and for the kids amonst us, candy floss, ice cream, pop corn and a chocolate stall. There are also a wide range of stalls that promise to entertain the dullest of faces with Toy Stalls, Pony Rides, Face Paintind and that is just for now. There are plenty more to come. ‘Off The Cuff’, a country and Western band that entertained the crowd at the recent Harvert Festival promise to entertain you with their music on the day. So tell your friends, grab your grannies in the hope to see you all at our local parade and family day at the park. If you would lke more information contact Marie at 089 440 8242
Céilí Mór & Féile i gCorcaigh
An dtaitníonn rince leat? Chuir ort do chuid bhróga agus téir chuig Sráid an Chapaill Bhuí ar an 2ú Márta! Beidh go leor Craic, Ceol agus Rince ann, chomh maith le margadh! Beidh an céilí agus an féile ar siúl mar chuid de Mhí na Gaeilge 2014. Bígí Linn! Do you enjoy dancing? Put on your dancing shoes and go to Grand Parade on the 2nd of March. There will be plenty of
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music, dancing and craic, aswell as a Market. The Céilí and Festival is running as part of Irish Month 2014! Join Us! https://www.facebook.com/ events/410759889027061/
Douglas Tidy Towns FundRaising Musical Evening
What a night! An hour or two before the concert, it seemed as if everything conspired to turn the event into a damp squib what with 160 km an hour gales, electricity outages throughout Douglas even at the venue itself, fallen trees on major roadways and parking congestion. But then it rose from the ashes, as if willed by the wonderful organizers and the performers who worked to make it happen, and most of all, the people of Douglas who actually turned out despite the worst weather, to support it. It was a magical evening, compered by Claire Cullinane, whose calming, cheery presentation lightened the mood very quickly as the audience, a little late and wind-swept, gradually filled up the empty seats. She gave a quick run-down of all the projects the concert would be supporting for the village of Douglas and environs, and emphasised the fact that the money raised locally would be spent locally. The first choir of the night, St. Columba’s G i r l s ’ S c h o o l choir, got us off to a flying start, with their lovely youthful voices, supported by their three teachers. . They were followed by PfizerPfonics, a powerful, mixed choir of about 40 singers, who sang some beautiful old airs in rich harmonies, such as ‘Danny Boy’. Later on in the evening, they gave us a 15-minute medley of the most popular songs from Les Miserables, with several of the choir members performing as soloists. They evoked many emotions for the audience and really captured the essence of the story especially for fans of this epic drama set in revolutionary
France. Compere, Claire Cullinane, listed the many professional achievements of their Musical Director, Bernadette Kiely, which was certainly reflected in the very high quality of their performance. Cor Cois Abhann also a mixed choir, of international status who have won many choral competitions abroad, were the third choir of the night. They sang some traditional tunes in beautiful harmonies, such as ‘May the Road Rise to Meet you’ . Their very talented conductor, Ian Sexton, was unable to attend, but local musician and conductor, David O’Sullivan, both accompanied and conducted the choir. Karen Underwood, the big star from Chicago who came to settle in Ireland in 1997, and who now lives in Douglas, really brought our local concert to a new level of ‘wowness’. Karen is also noted for her community activism and she quickly developed a rapport with the audience. She spoke glowingly of the work of the Tidy Towns volunteers and said she hoped to get out there and help clean up the rubbish in Douglas herself some morning, and scolded in particular the wanton throwing of rubbish on the streets around favourite haunts in the village at certain times of night. Karen’s amazing jazz-like contralto voice, oozes with expression. Her performance, which really turned out to be a miniconcert as she sang so many beautiful songs, had the audience clung to their seats. It included hits such as ‘What a Difference a Day makes!’, ‘You make me feel like a Natural Woman’ (the Aretha Franklin classic), and ‘My Baby just cares for me’. She was show-stoppingly fantastic and when she finished with the song ‘It’s a new Dawn, It’s a new Day’ the entire audience rose to their feet to acknowledge her great talent. Karen’s performance was very much enhanced by the superb musical accompaniment provided by talented Cork pianist, Deirdre Long. Last but not least, a wonderful troupe of dancers from the O’Mahony School of Irish Dancing stepped onto the stage, and belted out jigs and reels ‘Riverdance style’ in well-choreographed routines, showing off their stunning costumes. What a night’s entertainment for €10!
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Great credit is due to the organizers and in particular to Marian O’Sullivan, Helen Maher and their team. A generous sum was raised on the night, and will be spent wisely on enhancing our lovely area of Douglas for all to enjoy. If you would like to represent Douglas and partake in the over 60s give Phil a call on 021 436 3867.
Young at Heart Trip
Join Young at Heart on their trip to Amsterdam, Antwerp, Bruges, Ypres and Brussels for 5 days from March the 31st to April the 4th out of Cork. We will visit the European Parliament, have lunch with our MEPs, a luxury coach and guide for the entire trip. Anyone interested in going contact me at 021 4363867.
Thursday morning from 9.3011. Beginning from the 19th February, the CWO will attend every second Wednesday afternoon from 2-3.30.
World Day of Prayer
‘Streams in the Desert’, prepared by Christian Women of Egypt. Friday 7th March 2014. Women and men welcome. Service takes place: Methodist Church Arfallen, Douglas Rd. Time: 11am. For information on ohter services taking place near you, check our website. www.wdopi.org
Community Welfare Officer
The hours and days that the Community Welfare Officer attends at the community have changed. They are currently every Wednesday and
Karen Underwood gets presented with flowers by Marian O Sullivan the Tidy Towns concert organizer
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Dear Editor,
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.
Dear Editor,
Could I just say a huge thank you to all the people who supported our recent Tidy Towns Concert. It wasn’t easy to leave the comforts of home behind on the night of February 12th following a day of storm and devastation but those who ventured out were treated to a delightful evening of music, song and dance in Rochestown Park Hotel. Our thanks to St. Columba’s Girls’ School Choir, PfizerPhonics and Cór Cois Abhann for their accomplished and varied performances, to charismatic soloist Karen Underwood and to the O’Mahony School of Irish Dance who brought the night to a lively conclusion. The whole programme was superbly compered by MC for the night, Claire Cullinane. Undoubted highlights were the exceptional singing of Karen Underwood and the haunting Medley from Les Miserables sung by the PfizerPhonics choir, both accorded standing ovations. Most encouraging of all from a Douglas Tidy Towns perspective was the very obvious goodwill and generosity towards the work we do shown by performers, audience and sponsors alike. Again, go raibh maith agaibh go léir! Yours truly, A Douglas Tidy Towns Volunteer
For the past twenty years Councillors have been promising them playing pitches but have never delivered. Cork County Council has taken millions of euro out of Douglas in rates and planning contributions and have never produced any playing pitches for our area. But they have delivered playing pitches all over the city. Did any one of our Councilors oppose the removal of the Cinema in Douglas? This is to be removed to make way for yet another shopping centre which we don’t need. It’s about time that our Cork City boundary was extended to take in Douglas, Frankfield and Rochestown. The last extension was in 1966, and massive developments have taken place since. With regards to Douglas Traffic; I will be arranging a meeting with all businesses in Douglas. Cork County Council have spent over 2.2 million euro of tax payer’s money on surveys and traffic reports and parking systems. An Engineering Company has received three payments for various reports over the last 13 years. They produced three different reports. Now Cork County Council has paid yet another Engineering for four reports. The current survey has carried out by a Consultancy in Dublin in 2012, incurring massive fees. Now Minister Coveney wants to add UCC on the list. I will be writing to Mr. John McGuinness TD Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee to investigate the abuse of taxpayer’s money. The people who are responsible must explain why we had all of these reports and surveys. Now that we have a new County Manager I hope he will remove all of the people who closed down Douglas for business, and produced a traffic system which is appalling. Take a look at Mahon which was developed under the Cork City Council Manager. This is a credit to everyone involved. If this was under the control of Cork County Council it wouldn’t have happened.
RC
Why is Cork County Council so anti-job and development in Douglas? I will be shortly arranging a meeting with Minister for the Environment, Mr. Phil Hogan TD. Mr. Hogan has now agreed to extend the city boundary. We are hopeful that this will take place in 2014. Mr. Hogan has sorted out Limerick and Waterford. Now he must sort out Cork. We want to create jobs for our people in Cork, not in Australia and Canada. I would encourage young people to put their name forward for the Local Elections in Cork City and County Councils. We need people to represent Douglas, Rochestown and Frankfield at the Council. Yours sincerely, Dan O’Mahony Douglas Business Association.
Disclaimer:Any views or opinions expressed in these letters are solely those of the individual author(s) and do not necessarily represent those of The Douglas Post.
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ANIMAL FRIENDS by Declan Quigley
TRAVELLLING WITH YOUR PET! With Easter and Summer Holidays on the not too far horizon it is wise to plan ahead if you are considering travelling abroad with your pet. If you are travelling to one of the EU Member States your pet will require a Pet Passport.
PET PASSPORT
Every Pet (Dog, Cat and Ferret) that leaves Ireland and travels to another EU Member State or ReEnters Ireland must have an EU Pet Passport. The EU Pet Passport is issued by your Vet directly to the Pet owner. 6 When obtaining a pet passport your pet must be identified
by a Microchip. The date of microchipping must be entered in the passport. The microchip should comply with ISO standards 11784 or 11785 6 Rabies Vaccination- Your pet must be vaccinated against Rabies. If it is the first time your pet has been vaccinated against Rabies at least 21 days must have elapsed from the date of vaccination to the date of arrival in to Ireland or other EU Member State. Your Pet will require a Rabies booster vaccine throughout its lifetime. The Rabies vaccination details must be certified on your pet passport and here it will indicate the “Valid until” date which will determine when a booster is required. 6 Re entry to Ireland Tapeworm Treatment Echinococcus (tapeworm) treatment applies only to dogs. Dogs must be treated not more than 120
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hours and not less than 24 hours prior to scheduled arrival time in Ireland. No Echinococcus treatment is required for dogs travelling directly from another Echinococcus free country ie. Uk, Malta, Finland and Norway. This treatment details must be entered in to the pet passport and including the name date and time of treatment and these details must be endorsed by a veterinarian by signature and stamp. Tick treatment is no longer a compulsory requirement when entering Ireland however travellers are advised on animal and human health grounds to avail of tick treatment. When travelling to any country EU member state or otherwise we strongly advise that you check with each country their requirements and conditions for travel as requirements may
change. You will always need a valid EU pet passport,(microchip and rabies Vaccine) when travelling between EU Member states however individual EU Member States may have additional requirements. Always check with your vet well in advance of travel so as to keep abreast of any additional requirements you may need to comply with. At The Village Veterinary Clinic we offer a dedicated Pet Travel Program which involves preparing your pet for travel to any country in the world. We take the stress out of relocating and deal with everything from visa requirements, visa applications to approval stage and work with dedicated travel companies in organising transport etc. If you have any queries please just give a call. The Village Veterinary Clinic 31A/B St Patrick’s Woollen Mills, Douglas, Cork 021 489 0101
Sunshine & Umbrella’s join forces with EY and Irish sports stars for charity fashion show in aid of Cork Cancer Charities. Sports stars from the Munster Rugby team, Cork hurling team, Irish men’s hockey team and the Kerry football team will model the latest fashions on Thursday 6th March @ 7pm in the Clarion Hotel, Cork in aid of Cork ARC Cancer Support House & Cork Cancer Research Centre. Tickets €25 each available from EY offices in City Quarter, Lapps Quay or Vogue Hair & Beauty in Frankfield. Alternatively please contact Niamh Horgan, Sunshine & Umbrellas on 087 8271202. Sunshine and Umbrellas is the brain child of Niamh Horgan and Chris McCarthy who wanted to give something back to two of Cork’s most deserving charities, Cork ARC Cancer Support House and Cork Cancer Research Centre.
There is a joy in dining out that in order to fully appreciate one must experience the mouth-watering delights of a harmonious meal. What can beat a restaurant that has excellent ambiance and matching service that creates a comfortable environment where one can enjoy an absolutely fabulous dining experience? Dining out can offer you a glimpse of Eden, a remembrance of a time when we assumed that everything in life was wholesome. The Blackbird, in Ballycotton where you can choose from a fabulous selection of traditional pub food and also Sushi, freshly prepared and pan fried pork dumplings and delicious falafel. Kids menus are also available with scrumptious hand cut chips. Then there is the renowned Cornstore. Situated at the heart of Cork City, the Cornstore restaurant presents a romantic, warm yet lively dining experience sure to impress your friends and your loved ones. Also we highly recommend Gilbert’s Restaurant situated in the centre of the beautiful town of Cobh. Full lunch, Early Bird and a la carte menus available. Throughout the day fresh, homemade pastries and scones, gourmet herbal teas, Cork Coffee, Roasters Coffee are served. Gilberts has an extensive range of menus to cater for every occasion.
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With Nicholas O’ Keeffe. Call 087 230 7967 Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost. ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays
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 March 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! Enquiries 086 883 9392
BALLINLOUGH YOUTH CLUBS
Ballinlough Youth Clubs are hosting a Fun Table Quiz in Cork Con RFC on Friday 28th February at 8.00 p.m. Table of 4: €40. Come along and join us for an evening of fun, craic and entertainment.
JOURNEYS OF FAITH
Written by local Historian Kieran McCarthy is a beautiful edition, comprising of over 100 people’s
memories of life and living in our parish. ‘Journeys of Faith’ is available for sale in the Parish Office, Sacristy, O’Driscoll’s Superstore, and Ballinlough Credit Union, Porters Douglas Court & Wilton, Liam Russel Oliver Plunkett Street, High Street Books and Supervalu, Skehard Road. Price €15.00
COMMUNITY AWARDS
I attended the launch of the Community Awards last Friday in the City Hall by Lord Mayor Cllr. Catherine Clancy. There are six categories: Older Aged, Community & Neighbourhood Services, Sports, Arts & Culture, Equality & Social Inclusion, and Children & Youth. Every Club/ Organisation is invited to send in nominations. Closing date is Friday 14th March 2014. Further information available from Community & Enterprise Section, City Hall.
BINGO
The weekly session of Bingo is every Friday night at 8.15 in the Community Centre
COMMUNITY CENTRE HALL & ROOMS TO RENT Some dates still available
Contact our Booking Officer Terry Shannon -086 850 2330
We invite you to come and listen to
Message from the Bible
told simply and respectfully at
Frankfield - Grange Community Centre Every Sunday 7.30pm - 8.30pm Everyone is very welcome
Speakers:- David Tubman, David Delaney Telephone: 087 240 9969
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Ann Longergan Quirke presenting Lauren with a cheque for 445 euro for the Lauren walsh fund. An under age disco was held on 24th Jan.in passage West gaa club thanks also to Damian Taaffe and Damien Quirke and all the young boys and girls who attended. Lauren has Ehler Danlos Syndrome and is in intestinal failure on a TPN feed 6 days a week for 15 hours a day. She has to travel to the UK on a regular basis for treatment that is not available in ireland.you can follow her journey on Stripes for life my eds journey. Anyone who wants to kindly donate to her fund can do so Lauren Walsh AIB sort code 93-43-48 Account number 50281188.
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All Classes are AGE appropriate - Garda Vetting - Child Protection & First Aid
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Men united M a c Curtain and Mac Swiney both men had the art of practicing goodness, my late grandmothers testament when the spirits were low against a backdrop of escalating fear, violence and executions, meeting up with Tomas Mac Curtain and Terence Mac Swiney you again felt energized by their astounding level of courage and sincerity, they exemplified and embodied all that was good and noble, they stood for freedom and
Ballyknockane Mallow Co. Cork, the youngest of a family of twelve, his family moved to Cork City around 1897, Tomas completed his education at the North Monastery C.B.S, he was appointed secretary of the Gaelic League Blackpool
service and above all liberation of our country, patriots their aims securing the international recognition of Ireland as independent Irish Republic, they are etched in my heart forever. I grew up in the inner city of Cork, my parents like other parents their fear of poverty, their husbands frequently out of work because of the strained economy times of Ireland; categorically they weren’t the me generation and made huge sacrifices to create a better life for their children and gave thanksgiving for the little that they had every day to survive. Their gratitude most especially to God is unbounded. Their unconditional love and acceptance embodied in all of their actions. They were tremendous people and beyond description. My first priceless lesson as a small boy about patriotism became a reality on Easter Monday Morning 1966, to mark the 50th anniversary of the Easter Rising 1916. My grandmother Nellie Murphy McCarthy a proud member of Cumann na mBan began reciting the proclamation and by their individual names the signatory’s promulgated on Easter Sunday 23rd of April 1916 at Liberty Hall Dublin. Looking back it was nostalgic and reminiscence, up to this day that remarkable event subsequently has had a hugely positive impact on my life; I inherited the passion for equality and justice. The people of that period would have to have a reservoir of mental and physical strength to survive. Tomas Mac Curtain, Cork’s first republican Lord Mayor born in
branch in 1902, two years later he left his employment as a clark at Cork steam packet company to become a Gaelic League teacher in Limerick and Tipperary. On his return to Cork in 1907 he joined Sinn Fein a renowned orator, his reputation as a potent symbol of resistance grew; steadily the Irish Republican Brotherhood in Dublin welcomed the news of Tomas being appointed to the executive of the Cork committee. 1909 to 1911 Tomas became a treasure in na Fianna Eireann. On the formation of the Irish Volunteers in Cork on December 14th 1913. Mac Curtain was first appointed secretary and later brigade commandant when John Redmond called for Volunteers to support the British war effort Tomas Mac Curtain and Terence Mac Swiney were two of Redmond’s strongest critics. The Easter Rising 1916 around Cork City and county it was filled with confusion and activity. Tomas Mac Curtain and Terence Mac Swiney were awaiting instructions from Dublin HQ. After a series of orders and counter orders now uncertain and impatient about delayed in misleading communications, Mac Curtain and Mac Swiney as leaders of the Cork Volunteers held their breath in an atmosphere of terrible tension. Late on Easter Monday after the assault on the G.P.O. in Dublin news reached Mac Curtain and Mac Swiney, now with the entire Volunteer movement mobilized in preparation for the attack and they were ready to be part of the insurrection, they would now only act in defensive capacity, it was soul destroying.
Bishop of Cork D a n i e l Coughlan and The Lord Mayor of Cork T.C Butterfield arranged a compromise with captain Dickie a British officer; a meeting with Mac Curtain and Mac Swiney who were very cautious and looked for assurances in an affidavit to stipulate that no Volunteer arrest would be made provided the volunteer’s surrendered their arms only. Guarantees made on the British side were not honoured, again trust was broken, and they certainly invited hostility after that episode. Ireland was part of the British Empire controlled from Dublin Castle, the seat of the English Government in Ireland. English Rule in Ireland had never been a peaceful matter since 1169.
On the 2nd of May 1916 Tomas Mac Curtain and ten volunteers were arrested. On May 3rd news reached Mac Curtain and his men in jail that Thomas J Clarke first to sign the proclamation was now the first to die, subsequently executions of fifteen rebel leaders were soon to follow. Tomas Mac Curtain newly elected Lord Mayor of Cork was at home with his wife and young family, on 19th March 1920 when intruders members of the R.I.C in semi- disguise murdered him in cold blood, his helpless wife and children sat around their father until 1:12am on Saturday 20th March when he passed away. His name revered by the people of Cork whom he served so well was now mournful at his murder. On April 17th 1920 a coroners court recorded that the murder of The Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Cork City Tomas Mac Curtain was organized and carried out by the Royal Irish Constabulary, blame was directed at inspector Swansy. In Lisburn town outside Belfast Swansy on the orders of Micheal Collins, two volunteers shot Swansy dead. Cork’s second republican Lord Mayor Terence Mac Swiney with bitter tears on the day Tomas Mac Curtain was been buried in Republican plot in St Finbarrs cemetery Cork City. Quote it is not those who can inflict the most but those that can suffer the most will prevail. Mac Swiney was to repeat those words again in Brixton prison. In November 1917 he was arrested again one year after his release in December 1916 after the rising for wearing an I.R.A uniform, he went
on a
hunger strike f o r three days prior to his release. F r o m April 1916 to November 1917 he has been in Jail three times, the elections of 1918 Mac Swiney returned unopposed to the first Dail as Sinn Fein representative for Mid Cork, on August 12th 1920 Lord Mayor of Cork made the headlines, Mac Swiney arrested for possession of seditious articles and documents, he was summarily tried by court marshal on August 16th, sentenced to two years imprisonment in Brixton prison England. Terence a man of extraordinary and remarkable courage, he immediately started a hunger strike, on the seventy third day of Terences hunger strike, it became one of confrontation and frustration for his sister Mary, family and friends as Terence was at the verge of his death his sisters Mary and Annie were refused entrance to their brothers cell, while brother Sean and wife Muriel were allowed in for a short time. Lord Mayor of Cork Terence Mac Swiney died on October 25th 1920, after 78 days on hunger strike. His body was returned to Cork his funeral took place on November 1st 1920. Terence Mac Swiney was also buried in the republican plot in St Finbarrs cemetery Cork. Mac Curtain and Mac Swiney had one definition of freedom an Irish Republican. We are unlikely to ever see their passion and energy again. For me this is an engrossing portrait of two brave and fascinating men, their tragic deaths demonstrates honourable duty, the extraordinary circumstances that they found themselves on a daily basis, some might say unbelievable but true. This short tribute is from a section of articles I have written over the years. For the record in 1918 Sinn Fein won an overwhelming 73 seats out of 105, on the 7th of January 1919 Sinn Fein representatives meet in Dublin’s Mansion House, Cathal Brugha was elected president pro-tem in the absence of Eamon de Valera who was in Lincoln Prison. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Cumman na mBan. They were truly remarkable women; their love for their country was unconditional, the glorious truth is that they were brave without question; they will be cherished dearly forever. Slan Donncha Beanncht Agat. Denis Coffey
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An Ghaeilge á mharú? by Diarmaid Ó Cadhla (@GraTire, docadhla@gmail.com)
TO LET RETAIL UNIT Douglas Road, Cork
The resignation of the Irish language commissioner has huge significance. Is our state against the Irish language?
All the language support groups, 99% of academics and any Gaeilgeóir worth their ‘cúpla focail’ will testify that Seán Ó Cuirreáin stood up for our culture and language. Yet, he and others have said that the biggest problem facing our language, since the foundation of the state, is the state itself!
This demands consideration, here are some odd facts: 6All Political Parties say they are ‘for’ the Irish language. 6Surveys always show massive support for our language from the people. 6Recent years have seen a huge growth in demand for Irish language schools. So why should an undisputed and hugely able advocate for our language resign? He himself has said he was receiving no cooperation from the state, he says that his continuation in office would only perpetuate a lie.
So what is the problem? Is there no belief that our language has practical purpose, or that its purpose is counter to some other objective?
Impressive ground floor self contained retail unit extending to approximately 430 Sq. Ft. (40 Sq. M). Suitable to a variety of different uses such as Barbers, Hair Salon, Deli etc. subject to pp. Adjacient to Cork City centre, St. Finbarr’s Hospital and a number of schools. BER: Pending info@downing.ie
021 427 1000
www.downing.ie
We must have Representation of the People not Political Parties, Banks or any other vested interests
State policy has never gone beyond treating our language as some kind of relic, it encourages the idea that it is really gone. Huge grants and subsidy are available to all who work to preserve our language, but there is only disruption for anyone who wants to exercise their language rights. To the ‘powers-that-be’ our language is something they want to be seen to support, but that is all. Restoration of our language would be hugely popular, and it is simply a matter of decision by our political ‘leaders’. Bringing the language back would be easy, it would never be a measure to isolate anyone or make things difficult. More. Restoration of our language would unleash an energy that would drive forward recovery and reach development never before seen in our country. Moreover, so long as we reject our own language there can never be national recovery. The foreign vested interests who dictate will continue to do so, and the Party system which assists them will flourish.
Come to the
WEEKLY DISCUSSION MEETINGS Elections 2014 - Democracy - Crisis - Solutions Every Monday evening at
Ionad an Phobail, 99 Douglas Street, Cork (a Resource Centre working for the Empowerment of the People)
Tel 021 2428310 info@cppc.ie
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DOUGLAS COMMUNITY PARK GETS €100,000 FOR UPGRADE Independent Cllr. David Boyle welcomes the proposed upgrade of Douglas Community Park. Douglas community park is set to get €100,000 in funding as part of a plan to tackle antisocial behaviour and also to install and new outdoor gym and basketball court. €40,000 of the funding will be provided by Cork County Council while the balance will be provided by the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport. Douglas community park has suffered from anti-social behaviour over the last number of years with incidents of arson, late night drinking and general vandalism occurring. Part of the funding will go to finishing off the protective railing that will separates the community park and the Church of Ireland grounds. Cllr Boyle says,”it is great news that Cork County has found the funding to finish off the protective railing. Late night drinking has been a real problem for the park over the last number of years and this railing will help protect the park into the future from anti-social behaviour”. Also included in the proposed package will be the provision of a new outdoor fitness gym and a new basketball court which will also be used as a 5 aside football pitch. The aim of these facilities is to provide activities for older age groups of young people. Cllr Boyle continues,” these facilities are very welcome and will give older age groups the chance to partake in outdoor sports such as basketball and 5 aside football. These facilities are very important in tackling anti-social behaviour and giving young people something to do. This is a really positive development for the Douglas area”.
S C I E NC E EX PLAINED S o me sch ool exam an swers fro m c o lleg e s t udent s i n t h e U.S
“Water is composed of two gins, Oxygin and Hydrogin. Oxygin i s pure gin. Hydrogin is gin and water.”
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THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK In spite of our dreams it’s still
Plant tomatoes, peppers
very much greenhouse weather. and aubergines in a heated We’ll try to give you a few ideas
greenhouse. Sow parsley, chives
on what might need doing. Now
and annual herbs in small pots
not everything in this article may for planting out next month. apply to you or to your garden -
Harden off early vegetables and
but there might be something, if hardy annual plants started not this week maybe next week.
FLOWER GARDEN
under glass. Sow half-hardy annuals such as asters, dahlias and zinnias in a cold frame.
Prune Eucalyptus gunnil hard to
Pot or box up dahlia tubers
ensure plenty of young foliage.
and start them into growth
Plant out autumn-sown sweet
in a cold frame. Take cuttings
peas. Sow hardy annuals where
from dahlias started earlier in
they are to grow.
heat. Spray grape vine buds
KITCHEN GARDEN
occasionally with warm water to induce growth, but keep dry
Dig up remaining leeks and
when flowers open. Topdress
parsnips, and heel in elsewhere
large container plants, replacing
to make room for Cultivation.
top 5cm (2in) with fresh
Check blackcurrants for bigbud;
compost. Order growing bags
pick off any found and destroy
and lay in the greenhouse to
them. Continue planting onions
warm up before use.
sets. Sow early beetroot and turnip varieties in a warm spot.
WATER GARDEN
Sow carrots in the open or
Continue new marginal and bog
under cloches. Sow early leeks in garden plantings. a nursery bed.
LAWNS & HEDGES
IN GENERAL Plant tomatoes, peppers
Clip deciduous hedges to shape, and aubergines in a heated pruning them hard back if
greenhouse. Bring bags of
necessary.
compost into the greenhouse to
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warm up before use.
TWENTY PENCE by Sylvia Lanz ,Essex, England We were on our way to the theatre in London. We had just arrived at Liverpool Street Station of the Underground train and needed to buy our “Tube tickets.” I saw an automated ticket machine that was free and made a beeline to it, making sure no one had a chance to get ahead of me, not because we were in such a terrible rush, but because that is what you do in a hurried world. It’s important to be first, and goodness knows you don’t want some dodo in front of you who hasn’t got the right change or doesn’t know where they are going! Arrogantly, I pressed the right buttons and started feeding in my change. Exactly the right change, I will have you know, because I expected to use such a machine and I am an extremely organized person! Well, at least that’s what I thought.... Because here I was in the middle of a crowded ticket lobby in front of an automated ticket machine which couldn’t give change and I was 20 pence short. My first response was to dig deeper in my handbag, because I was really sure I had the right amount of change. Then I started thinking. Had I got the price wrong? Had the price gone up? Did I make a mistake counting my money? Had I spent my change elsewhere during the day? My husband didn’t have change either and I was still
very busy explaining to him how I was certain I had the right change and how this embarrassing situation wasn’t my fault when his attention was drawn to the woman behind us. I had noticed her, too, but was trying to ignore her as I was busy with my own problems and didn’t have time for her. Turns out she was asking if we needed change. I explained that, unless she could break a twenty pound note, she could not help us. She asked what we needed and I replied I was 20 pence short. She simply handed me a 20p coin. I made it clear that I couldn’t repay her but she just said, “Well, 20 pence won’t break me.” That sentence shocked me. I had been so busy in my own little world, being proudly independent, solving my own problems, and expecting others to solve theirs. If our positions in line had been reversed, I’d have rolled my eyes and made a few pointed sighs implying that she was taking too long instead of stepping in and helping. I feel somewhat awkward telling such a silly little story, but something about the easygoing nature of that lady struck me. Those 20 pence gave me a much needed reminder that, no matter how able we are, sometimes we all need a bit of help. It also gave me a chance to laugh at myself and my constant organizing. Maybe I’ll strive to be a bit less perfect and a lot more human.
P oli ce won’t nam e a d ri ver i n Kreu zli ngen, Swi tzerla n d , wh o c a me to thei r attenti on, b u t they d i d d escri b e hi m as “a li ttle bit s tup id . ” T h e m an thou ght som eone was try i ng to “annoy ” hi m b y fla s h in g a lig h t a t hi m when he d rove throu gh the town d u ri ng the ni g h t, p olic e s a y. H e tu rned arou nd at the next rou nd ab ou t and cam e b ac k , a n d wa s fla s h e d agai n. And agai n. And agai n. After fou r p asses to se e “wh a t wa s g o in g on” he ap p arently fi gu red i t ou t: i t was a sp eed cam e ra , a n d h e s e t it off fou r ti m es over the cou rse of a few m i nu tes for s p e e d in g in a 5 0 k p h zone. P oli ce confi rm they wi ll i ssu e all fou r sp eed i ng c ita tio n s - - p lus an extra for fai lu re to wear hi s seatb elt. A p oli ce sp o ke s ma n s a id th e offi cers fou nd the case “m ay b e a li ttle amus in g . ”
Writer’s Group Meetings Lent is about to start. Our poem this week comes from Billy McCarthy, author of the best selling “Barnetstown to Ballinglanna” and a prominent member of The Douglas Writers Group. Billy is a great exponent of traditional style writing and you can hear him reading at The Lennox Robinson Literary Festival in the Douglas GAA Hall at 8pm on Sat 1st March.
RASH RESOLUTIONS The promises of Lenten-time are genuine to a fault, And intended to surpass the test of time, When you make your resolution to forsake the weed and malt, And rid yourself of all that tar and grime. You face Ash Wednesday bravely with a sunny, glowing smile, And all the world is well, or so you say, Then the morning turns to mid-day and the evening turns to night, And you’ve survived a full sixteen-hour day. Then you wake up Thursday morning and you spring out of the bed, Full of beans and looking forward to the test, But reality assails you when you feel your aching head, And you realise you’re not feeling at your best. So you roll into the sack once more and cover up your head, And life’s not so attractive as you thought, And you think about the “ciggy” you discarded yesterday, And remember the mint chewing gum you bought.
Bishopstown Writers - Reading in Bishopstown Library Thurs 13th February at 6.15 PM Douglas Writers Group -John O’Sullivan’s, Boardroom Friday the 14th Feb. at 5.30 pm Douglas Junior Writers Group - Douglas Library Thursday 20th Feb at 5.30.PM Mallow Poetry Group – Mallow Library - Tuesday 18th February at 12.30 p.m Ballinlough Writers -John O’Sullivan’s (Douglas) Fri 21st Feb at 5.30 PM Ó Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street Writers Workshop – every Tuesday 3pm – 5pm Bishopstown Library. It’s not for beginners, but for people who are already committed to writing and have quite an amount of work already written.
Life’s not really worth the living, too much stress and too much strain, All your friends have turned against you, and you’re sad, But you struggle on regardless and you face the wind and rain, And you wonder what conceived this smokeless fad. Then you reach the workplace nonetheless and colleagues gather round, And inquire about your Lenten sacrifice, Sure they give you great encouragement and compliments abound, And you feel that all the effort’s worth the price. Then comes the morning teabreak with the banter and the craic, And stories from the pub the night before, And you wonder at this stage if you should really buy a pack, ‘Cause you’re cranky and you’re brassed off to the core. Now you know you’re not so pious, and of questionable faith, And you’re longing for that mighty thirst to wet, And you know the world would benefit from people such as you, If you could only have one lousy cigarette. But you’re still alive at lunchtime and you’ve beaten all the odds, And your mates declare you “martyr to the cause”, And you sense the admiration in your friends’ approving nods, While you feel a strange sensation in your jaws. Its that dammed accursed chewing gum you’ve munched throughout the day, Playing tricks on your addiction all the while, But still it played a major role and kept the urge at bay, And in all your misery you have to smile.
Neil O’Donoghue
FU N NY QU OTE There was a little girl who had a little curl Right in the middle of her forehead. When she was good, she was very, very good. But when she was bad... She got a fur coat, jewels and a sports car.
JOHN O’SULLIVAN’S BAR DOUGLAS
DOUGLAS GAA CLUB Readings by Billy McCarthy and Cliff Wedgbury 8 p.m. – Saturday 1st March
ST. LUKE’S CHURCH DOUGLAS Remembering Lennox Robinson: A short talk on the author’s life and works, followed by readings of two of Robinson’s stories. Saturday 1st March at 2pm
QUIGLEY’S RESTAURANT DOUGLAS VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTRE Readings by members of the Douglas Junior Writers at Midday
An evening of Storytelling, from the Yarnspinners 5 p.m. Saturday 1st March.
SOUTH COUNTY DOUGLAS Readings by Billy O’Callaghan and Ronnie McGinn followed by the official closing of the festival 8 p.m. Sunday 2nd March
ST COLUMBAS HALL 3 P.M. on Sunday 2nd March The Monfort College of Performing Arts Directed by Suzanne Jones will perform a Lennox Robinson play.
DOUGLAS LIBRAY A new portrait of Douglas born Abbey Theatre playwright Lennox Robinson who lived in Westgrove House, is to be unveiled by Cork’s Lord Mayor Cllr Catherine Clancy in Douglas Library at 11AM on Saturday 1st March. The portrait has been painted by London based Bernard Canavan well known as the artist of the London Irish.
OFFICIAL OPENING Eoghan Harris to perform opening ceremony in St Columba’s Hall at 9pm on Friday February 28th. Cliff Wedgbury will launch Pete Duffy’s new Book “Old Dog for the Hard Road
The Lennox Robinson Literary Festival Douglas (Feb 28th – March 2nd)
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St. Patrick’s Day Duck Race Community Park in Douglas GET YOUR DUCKS NOW! €2 EACH or 3 for €5 Contact Marie 089 440 8242
or keep your eye out for Ducks at your local shops.
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DOUGLAS ST PATRICKS DAY PARADE In association with the Douglas Community Association
Parade Starts at 2pm from Community Park For entry forms for the parade contact Marie Piper Gregan 0894408242 or email marie@douglaspost.ie
FAMILY DAY In The Park ★ Carousel ★ DJ ★ Face Painters Stalls ★ Tea ★ Cakes Do come along and join in the FUN
Wedding Showcase 2014 The Wedding of Colette Hegarty & Michael Coughlan at Golleen,West Cork. Reception at a West Cork Hotel. Ted O’Brien Photography
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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
ORDER OF MALTA The Order of Malta Carrigaline are having their opening day on Sunday 9th March at unit 2, Kilnagleary Business Park, Crosshaven Road, Carrigaline, from 12-2pm all welcome.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
A number of new entries will take part in this year’s Carrigaline St Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade, which attracted some 10,000 people to the village last year, is expanding and getting more colourful and entertaining every year. The Parade will be led by the Carrigaline Pipe Band celebrating their 70th parade and 70 years in existence. All the local clubs are taking part in the Parade. The Half Way steam engines and numerous vintage cars and tractors will be parading as well as a number of Non National performing groups. Enquiries to Kevin Meaney 437 1108.
SENIOR CITIZENS
The Carrigaline Senior Citizens have weekly activities. On Tuesdays they have Bingo at the Day Care Centre in Mount Rivers from 2.00pm until 4.00pm new members are very welcome. On Friday mornings they have water aerobics in the Carrig Court Hotel Leisure Centre from 11.00 am until 12 noon.
MENS SHED
Several members of the Carrigaline Mens Shed are
involved in the planning and constructing of this year’s entry for the Carrigaline St Patrick’s Day Parade. The float is already made and most of the exhibits are nearly ready. However they need to be brightly painted and assembled - it promises to be an attractive entry. The Mens Shed are providing 15 personnel to help with the stewarding of the Parade. Meanwhile other projects and activities in the Mens Shed continue to attract new members. Visitors are always welcome. The Mens Shed which is open six days a week from 10.00 am to 4.00pm Monday to Saturday is located on the Robertscove Road just beyond Fosters Cross. Contact Pat Dineen 087 7755841, Pat Byrne 086 1924375 or Roger Morrissey 437 2438.
March commencing at 8.00pm. The South East heat which is sponsored by the Crosshaven / Carrigaline Credit Union and hosted by the Carrigaline GAA Club is sure to be a great night of entertainment with live music and guest artists. The winner of the heat goes on to the semifinal of the contest in the City Hall. Admission is only €5 including tea and sandwiches. For further information contact Barry Cogan 087 813 7990 or Paddy O’Brien 086 810 5585.
COR GAEILGE
Beidh Cleachta don Cór Gaeilge on Tuesday 4th March in the Carrigaline Parish Centre at 7.00pm. Beidh failte roimh amhránaithe nua. Enquiries Aislinn 087 9699 488
CARA
CARA are back in action this Thursday in the Parish Centre from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm with
‘Go for Life’ exercises, games, a cup of tea and a chat. The annual Seachtain na Gaeilge visit to the library is fixed for Thursday 20th March. CARA plan to visit Dáil Éireann later in the year.
PIONEER SOCIAL
The Cork City Region of the Pioneer Association is holding a social in the Ambassador Hotel, Cork on Sunday 23rd March at 1.3O pm with music by Dan Murphy Tickets €27.50. Enquiries Aislinn 087 9699 488.
SPRINGTIME CÉILÍ MÓR The monthly Carrigaline Céilí Mór is on next Saturday night 8th March in the GAA Pavilion from 9.30 to 1.00 with music by Con Herbert and the Mountain Road Céilí Band. First sets on the floor at 9.30 pm with a break for tea at 11.15 pm. Another great night is assured with one of the best bands on the circuit.
ACTIVE RETIRED
The Carrigaline Active Retirement Association were treated to a most interesting talk on healthy living by Pádraig Herlihy and Tim O’Driscoll at their weekly meeting in the Parish Centre on Thursday last. Pádraig and Tim spoke about natural products manufactured and distributed by Senergy World Wide a product to help improve blood circulation and high value fruit and vegetable drinks. They quoted several examples of family members and others who were able to reduce prescribed medication or give it up altogether. Several members questioned the speakers and those who were interested in gaining further information spoke to them individually afterwards. Pádraig Herlihy invited some members to his home on the Ballinrea Road on Wednesday nights at 8.30 pm. For further information please contact Kaye 086 057 6110 or Thos Maye 021 4371063.
OVER 60’S
The South East Regional heat of the Over 60s talent competition will be held at the Carrigaline GAA Pavilion on Friday 7th
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2014 marks the 10th year of Live at the Marquee, which has seen many of the biggest names in entertainment perform at the Docklands venue each summer since 2005. At the reception Peter Aiken announced further details of the line up for the Marquee this summer. The stellar line-up will now also include Bob Dylan, Imelda May and Lana Del Rey. Photography by Miki Barlok
Charlie Buckley from Ticketmaster and Marie Piper Gregan from The Douglas Post pictured at the launch of Live at the Marquee 2014 at the Boardwalk Bar & Grill in Cork last Thursday.
Carrie McKeown from RSVP and Caoilfhionn Ni Chorraoin from Cypress Avenue pictured at the launch of Live at the Marquee 2014 at the Boardwalk Bar & Grill in Cork last Thursday.
Dave Mac, Tanya O’Sullivan, Grainne Murnane and Diarmuid O’Leary from RedFM pictured at the launch of Live at the Marquee 2014 at the Boardwalk Bar & Grill in Cork last Thursday.
Dave Mac from RedFM and Michael Carr from BluemonkeyPR pictured at the launch of Live at the Marquee.
Grainne Murnane, Onoir O’Brien and Tanya O’Sullivan from RedFM
ART CLASSES N OW STA R T ED F ra n k f ie l d P ar i sh C en tre Tu e s d a y af ter n o o n s 2 -4 pm call or contact Harry @085 741 7393 email:harry.halloran@gmail.com
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€86,000 FUNDING FOR FOOTPATH UPGRADES TOTALLY INADEQUATE Funding of only € 86,600 has been allocated for footpath improvements in the Douglas and Rochestown area for 2014. The Council Engineer has outlined that the funding will be used to upgrade limited sections of footpaths in Shamrock Lawn and Calderwood estates as well as a section of the footpath on Church Street ( St. Columbas Terrace ) and the Grange Road. In addition to these works, other small upgrades may be carried out by the Council’s own workers during the year. However, it must be stated that the funding allocation of € 86,600 for footpaths is only a fraction of the amount required to make a real impact on upgrading old and deficient footpaths in the area. Many of the footpaths in housing estates and along public roads have been in place for several decades and are in urgent need of upgrade. In addition to the need for upgrades, there are also numerous requests for the construction of new footpaths where none exist. I did not support the Council’s budget for 2014 as I believe that adequate funding was not provided for the provision of essential services, such as a proper footpath upgrade and construction programme. This is particularly frustrating for local residents given the fact that 2014 is a full year for the property tax, something we were promised would result in better local services
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SHANE’S HAIR DESIGN GET THE RESULTS YOU WANT!
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SHANE’S HAIR DESIGN, South Douglas Road, are delighted to announce the arrival of two of Cork’s finest and best known Stylists to their team. Shirley O’ Brien and Jacinta Fogarty; formerly of Wilton Hair and Beauty . Having ammassed a wealth of experience in the Hairdressing Industry, over the last number of years; they combine unbeatable creativity, with a vast knowledge and expertise in all aspects of styling,advice, product knowledge, and customer care; which is what Shane’s hair design has become synonymous with,over the last 6 years. Specialising in all aspects of hairdressing and haircare, both girls have become well known for their cutting and colouring expertise and client care, with a strong emphasis on a personal tailored experience for their clients, and loving a challenge, when it comes to creating a “new look” for their clients!. Popular with young and old alike,and with a large and loyal client base both Shirley and Jacinta are in constant demand, from Jacinta’s creative and unique upstyling, including her extensive wedding portfolio to Shirleys all round passion for all things hair, both girls are sure to attend to your every requirement in a relaxed and friendly envoirnment . For that special occasion; wedding, communion, debs, or just a night out, both girls are committed to making it even more memorable , with their personalised upstyles and blow-dries! So why not pop in to Shane’s hair design, today, for a consultation with Shirley and Jacinta, and see why they have been raising the standards in Haircare over the last 20 years in Cork. Located on South Douglas Road, (accross from Kevin O Learys Centra) just off the South Link, with free parking, and late night opening Thursday night. Phone:021/4894904, or call in anytime; we’re sure you’ll be glad you did. Looking forward to welcoming you......
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DESIGN THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, MODEL PROJECT The Cork-San Francisco Twinning Committee of Cork City Council invites all budding artists and engineers to participate in “Make a Model of the Golden Gate Bridge”. Interested students are invited to make a model of the Golden Gate Bridge and present them for adjudication in the Millennium Hall, Cork City Hall, on Saturday 29 March 2014, 11-2pm. The San Francisco/Cork sister city relationship was formed in May 1984. The Mayor of San Francisco, Lee visited Cork in March 2013 as part of a four day visit designed to strengthen the links between the two cities. Accompanying Mayor Edwin Lee on this Trade & Friendship Mission were representatives from the San Francisco/ Cork Sister City committee, San Francisco City officials & representatives from the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. This project also builds upon the Cork City Council’s Discover Cork: Schools’ Heritage Project, which focuses on Cork history. This project explores the history of the Golden Gate Bridge. Cllr Kieran McCarthy, chair of the Cork San Francisco Twinning Committee, notes “Our Committee is encouraging creation, innovation and imagination amongst our young people. This project aims to highlight Cork’s twinning connections and the possibilities that arise with such connections”. The Golden Gate Strait is the entrance to the San Francisco Bay from the Pacific Ocean. The strait is approximately three-miles long by one-mile wide. It is generally accepted that the strait was named “Chrysopylae”, or Golden Gate, by John C. Fremont, Captain, Topographical Engineer of the US Army circa 1846. It reminded him of a harbour in Istanbul named Chrysoceras or Golden Horn. The dream of spanning the Golden Gate Strait had been around for well over a century before the Golden Gate Bridge opened to traffic on 28 May 1937. Pedestrian Day was held on 27 May 1937. Entry is free of charge with prizes awarded for best design and concept. The entrant/s will be placed in four age categories or levels, (1) third/fourth class and (2) fifth/sixth class, (3) Junior Certificate and (4) Leaving Certificate levels. There are to be two further categories of entrant; individual and group (min 2-max 3 people). The project encourages a hand-made model but will offer a prize for the best digitally produced model (please bring your own laptop). CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory has installed a robotic telescope in Ormondale Elementary School, Portola Valley, San Francisco Bay Area. To take an image of the California night sky with the Project TARA telescope please check www.bco.ie/ tara. Your very own picture of the San Francisco night sky can form a real skyscape for your image of the Golden Gate Bridge. Special Need categories will be created on the basis of interest by teachers and applications received. To view more details and an application form please log onto www.kieranmccarthy.ie under blog and community activities.
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APPLYING FOR A DRIVER LICENSE Long term flood prevention must be prioritised for Cork Fine Gael Cork South Central TD, Jerry Buttimer, has said that a long term flood prevention plan to protect Cork must be prioritised. Speaking on the matter in the Dáil, Deputy Buttimer also welcomed the commitment of funding for the project by Minister of State at the OPW, Brian Hayes TD.
“In the last few weeks, Cork has again been devastated by flooding, with many businesses and homes in the heart of our city badly affected. Regrettably, the reaction to the 2009 floods in Cork did not prioritise a long term plan to protect our city. While criticism of the length of time it is taking to implement a flood defence scheme is legitimate, it is also important to understand that the flood situation in Cork is not straightforward. Progressing a scheme for the city involves complex and detailed preparations to ensure that the best possible long term solution is found. “The engagement of Minister Hayes is finally bringing about progress. He said that up to €100 million will be made available to carry out flood protection work for Cork. I welcome that announcement. He also stated that a possible starting date for the three-year project will be in 2015. In the meantime, a forum between the OPW, city council and local businesses is being set up to explore interim measures that can help to alleviate the problem. It is a pity that it will take three years to get this done but I welcome the Minister of State’s initiative and his commitment to the project. “Since the widespread floods of 2009, we have not yet seen the protection of Cork city being prioritised. We accept that the
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city was built on a marsh but today we have a duty of care to protect homeowners, families and city centre businesses. Small businesses are the lifeblood of Cork’s local economy, unfortunately these have been the hardest hit by the floods. Since 2009 flooding in Cork has cost an estimated €100 million, but the city remains exposed. Businesses remain at risk and homes remain vulnerable. “It is no wonder people become frustrated and disenchanted with politics and bureaucracy when, five years after the flood in 2009, we are only now getting to the end of the process. The President of Cork Chamber of Commerce, Ms Gillian Keating, voiced the frustration of many businesses on local radio. She spoke about the lack of action and the frustration of business people. I do not blame business people for speaking out. The protection of the country’s second city must be prioritised. No economy can thrive when its business centre is subject to persistent and regular flooding. The people of Cork need the remedial works to be prioritised and they demand it. They must finally be given some hope that a long-term solution will be delivered, not promised. “While the development of the scheme must be prioritised and fast-tracked where possible, there must also be an immediate focus on interim measures. The local forum involving the OPW must play a central role in delivering adequate interim protection. This body must get to work as soon as possible and without delay to provide ongoing assistance to those most at risk in Cork city, whether in Blackpool, Douglas or Togher, and, in particular, in the city centre. Let us expedite the situation so that we can end uncertainty and take away the fear people experience when they see a flood warning for Cork.”
QUESTION
I heard that you no longer apply to the motor tax office for your driving licence. Where do you apply?
ANSWER
Since October 2013, you have to apply to the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) when applying for a driving licence or learner permit. The NDLS has a network of centres throughout the State. The first time you apply to the NDLS (whether it is a new application or a renewal) you must attend in person at an NDLS centre to have your photograph taken and your identity verified. Your signature will also be digitally captured. As well as the completed application form, the fee and any other required documentation, you will need to bring documents with you that confirm you are the person who is applying for the driving licence or learner permit. If you currently have an Irish driving licence or learner permit, you will need to bring the licence or permit and evidence of your PPS Number. If you do not have an Irish driving licence or learner permit, you will need to bring photographic ID, proof
of your residency entitlement, evidence of your PPS Number and proof of address. Your new licence or permit will be posted to you. The next time you apply you will not have to visit an NDLS centre as your identity will already have been verified. You can choose either to continue to use the photograph taken in an NDLS centre previously (if this is less than 5 years old), or submit 2 new passport-style photographs that meet the required standards. Application forms for driving licences and learner permits are available from NDLS centres, driving test centres, driving theory test centres and Garda stations. They can also be downloaded from ndls.ie. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. Know Your Rights has been compiled by Blackrock Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076 930
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The problem behind lactose intolerance is a deficiency of lactase — an enzyme produced by the lining of your small intestine. Many people have low levels of lactase, but most don’t experience signs and symptoms.
SYMPTOMS
The signs and symptoms of lactose intolerance usually begin 30 minutes to two hours after eating or drinking foods that contain lactose. Common signs and symptoms include: Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal cramps, Bloating and Gas.
CAUSES
Lactose intolerance is caused by low levels of the enzyme lactase in your small intestine that lead to signs and symptoms. Normally, the cells that line your small intestine produce an enzyme called lactase. The lactase enzyme attaches to lactose molecules in the
TREATMENTS
LACTOSE INTOLERANCE
Lactose intolerance, also called lactase deficiency, means you aren’t able to fully digest the milk sugar (lactose) in dairy products. It’s usually not dangerous, but symptoms of lactose intolerance can be uncomfortable.
food you eat and breaks them into two simple sugars — glucose and galactose — which can be absorbed into your bloodstream. Without enough of the lactase enzyme, most of the lactose in your food moves unprocessed into the colon, where the normal intestinal bacteria interact with it. This causes the hallmarks of lactose intolerance — gas, bloating and diarrhea.
products they eat and using special products made for people with this condition.
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES Probiotics
Probiotics are living organisms present in your intestines that help maintain a healthy digestive system. Probiotics are also available as active or “live” cultures in some yogurts and as supplements in capsule form. These are sometimes used for gastrointestinal conditions such as diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome. They may also help your body digest lactose. Probiotics are generally considered safe and may be worth a try if other methods don’t help.
Treatments can’t cure lactose intolerance. There’s currently no way to boost your body’s production of the lactase enzyme. People with lactose intolerance usually find relief from signs For more information, and symptoms by reducing contact Garvan at Lynch’s the amount of dairy Pharmacy on 4366923.
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Picture: Denis Coffey at The Lord Mayor’s office, holding a framed copy of two cheques which was contributed by The Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Cork Terence Mac Swiney on the 26th June 1920, to the memorial fund of his friend and colleague The Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Cork Tomas Mac Curtain. Photography - Kay Murphy
EASY COME Ad oni s O and asan, 3 5, was com m i tted to the Hawai i S ta te H o s p ita l afte r b ei ng arrested for slashi ng 40 car ti res. Months late r h e e s c a p e d th e m ental hosp i tal, and worri ed hosp i tal offi ci als told p o lic e h e wa s a rme d wi th a m achete, was p aranoi d after b ei ng off hi s m ed ic a tion for two weeks, and was “p ossi b ly v i olent.” So where d i d a p a tie n t in a me n ta l hosp i tal wi th a hi story of cu tti ng cri m es get a m ache te ? T h e h o s p ita l staff gave i t to hi m to help wi th gard eni ng on the h o s p ita l g ro un d s .
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Ask Doctor Michael “Why do I have back pain, and what can I do about it?” Teresa
Pain of any kind, at any age, is a sign that something is wrong. Back pain is all too common these days, from the mild aches and pains we put up with on a daily basis, to the more severe, sharp shooting pain that can cause tremendous suffering and disability. It is important to accurately identify the cause of back pain early so that an effective plan of treatment can be implemented to resolve your pain andallow you to live your life fully and vigorously, as well as to prevent the deterioration that can cause worse problems from developing in the future.
Two Common Causes
Back pain is often muscular in origin, such as a strain that results from overuse or injury, or it can be caused by some dysfunction, misalignment or injury to vertebral joints or discs. Often these joint or disc problems will also cause muscle spasms and pain which will require a two-pronged approach to treatment. (Other potential causes of back pain, such as pain referred from some other pathological process in the body, would also be assessed and appropriate measures implemented.)
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Muscle pain can be effectively treated with rest, heat, massage, analgesics and anti-inflammatories. Pain that does not resolve with these treatments often indicate joint or disc problems and should be assessed as soon as possible. Pain originating in joint and disc dysfunction or injury require treatments targeting these issues.
The Chiropractic Approach
Misalignments of vertebral joints can cause pressure and inflammation of nerve roots causing pain and dysfunction. As one ages affected joints can show degeneration, and
disc bulges or herniation can develop with significant pain, impairment of movement and restriction of activities of daily life.Specific chiropractic adjustments are utilized and targeted tocorrect these misalignments and improve spinal function. By restoring the way your spine works, discs and soft tissues may heal, nerve irritation may be reduced, and pain can ease dramatically and improved stability return. More severe cases involving disc herniation may require surgery as a last resort, but a course of treatment utilizing spinal decompression has often been shown to be an effective alternative, restoring discs to their proper position and allowing healing. Adjunct treatments that can speed healing and recovery and reduce pain include ultrasound diathermy, TENS, cold laser and far infrared therapy.
Why Chiropractic Works
Chiropractic works because you are a self-healing, self-regulating organism controlled by your nervous system. Millions of instructions flow from your brain, down the spinal cord, and out to every organ and tissue. Signals sent back to the brain confirm if the muscles, organs, and glands are working correctly. Improper motion or position of the moving bones of the spine can interfere with this vital exchange by irritating nerves and compromising the function of affected organs and tissues. Specific spinal adjustments improve mind/ body communications. Health often returns with improved nervous system control of the body. Dr. Michael Clifford is a US Board Certified Chiropractic Physician, Physiotherapist and Chiropractic Sports Physician and founder of Haven Chiropractic Advanced Pain Relief and Family Wellness. If you have any health questions that you would like Dr. Michael Clifford to answer, please feel free to call 021 485 7669 or stop by our clinic on Galways Lane, Douglas, Cork. Or you may submit your questions at our website, Havenchiropractic. ie.
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Sciatica Sciatica is a distracting pain that begins in the lower back and extends down one or both legs. It typically worsens with periods of sitting or standing. Dr Stefan Billing, Koru Chiropractic
How do you get sciatica?
It’s easy to trace some spinal problems to an event, such as a car accident. Yet, sciatica is often the result of cumulative damage. Years of bad posture, poor muscle tone, excess weight or countless other causes sets the stage. Then, something simple like bending over to tie your shoes can trigger an episode. Spinal decay can be another culprit. Instead of disc thinning that puts pressure on the sciatic nerve roots, arthritic bone spurs can intrude into the space normally reserved for the nerve. Trauma can cause one or more discs to bulge. This crowds nearby nerves, causing irritation and inflammation. Coughing, sneezing or other kinds of movement can be painful. If neglected, the nerve irritation extends down one or both legs along the sciatic nerves. The pain appears in the leg, but the culprit is often the lower back! Because our bodies are unusually adaptive, we can often accommodate a variety of stresses for years. Finally, like the “straw that broke the camel’s back,” we turn or bend funny and suddenly our spine succumbs to the accumulation of stress.
Pain pills or muscle relaxants can’t correct the nerve compression caused by a bulging disc.
Can chiropractic cure sciatica? - YES!
The chiropractic approach to sciatica (and other health problems) is to help restore the way your spine works, reducing nerve irritation and revitalizing your own healing ability.
How much chiropractic care will be needed?
Most sciatica practice members are delighted with the results they get after weeks or months of care. Naturally, this varies from practice member to practice member. After a relapse or two, many discover that years of neglect have produced spinal instabilities that never fully heal. These practice members elect to continue with periodic chiropractic checkups. It’s up to you. If you have had enough of your sciatica, then call us today on (021) 429-2445 and book your exam with Dr Stefan Billing
Koru means: Life, Growth, Movement
Call our office 021 429 2445 to book an appointment http://www.koruchiropractic.ie/
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Ne w l o ca l e n t e r p ris e s ys t e m w i l l d ri v e dome s tic r e co v e r y Labour TD Ciaran Lynch has welcomed an announcement by Government that a new enhanced system of Local Enterprise Offices is to be established across the country, with additional funding of €3.5 million in 2014. “The new and much improved Local Enterprise Office system will be rolled out in every local authority in April, and I am pleased that Government have committed to providing more funding, services and staff to ensure it gets up and running. “This change demonstrates how we can do more to translate growth into jobs in the domestic economy. While the economic recovery we are currently experiencing is export-led, a greater focus is now needed on how that growth can lead to more jobs in key jobrich sectors like retail and construction, where many skilled individuals remain out of work. “This recent announcement by Government comes on foot of very encouraging Live Register figures produced yesterday which showed a 7% decrease in the numbers signing on between January 2014 and January 2013. The fact is that unemployment, on a seasonally adjusted basis, has fallen for the 19th month in a row, and we must take heart from this downward trajectory. “Overall, I am pleased that work on growing the domestic economy and creating jobs in local communities is continuing, and today’s announcement that the local enterprise system will be overhauled and enhanced will go far in making that happen.” Ciarán Lynch TD. Constituency Office, 29 St. Patrick’s Mills, Douglas. Tel: 021 4366200 Fax: 021 4366202 Email: ciaran.lynch@oir.ie
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GAA Memoribilia Exhibition
A section of the large crowd who attended the GAA Memoribilia Exibition by Denis O Sullivan from Ballynoe at the Club premises recently. There were many favourable comments on his Large Collection of photographs and in particular his Christy Ring Albums. Well done Denis. Photographer George Hatchell
PASSAGE WEST GAA CLUB NEWS by Noel Collins
PASSAGE 1—12 RATHPEACON 2—8 Passage Junior B Football team recorded their first league win of the season when they overcame Rathpeacon by one point in a hard fought game played at a very cold and windy Manning Park last Sunday. Playing into the wind in the first half Passage took a while to get into their stride, but two good points from Darra Murphy had us level after ten minutes. Passage continued to set the pace and a well worked goal, set by Robert Croft and finished excellently by Darra Murphy had us 1—4 to six points in front at the break. Playing with the wind in the second half, we tacked on two early points from Leonard and Gareth Cleary but Rathpeacon were not lying down and took a two point lead, points from Croft and Murphy had us level before Graham Carroll kicked a nice point to once again give us the lead. Passage playing well were on top, but a we lost our rhythm with the introduction of a few
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team changes. Rathpeacon struck for a vital goal with 10 minutes remaining to make the score 1—9 to 2—8. Passage upped the pace and Croft cut the deficit to one point with a great score. Sean Keogh won a ball in the half forward and levelled with minutes remaining. Than with time running out Robert Croft kicked the winning point with a great score from the left side a good result in a very tough encounter. Overall a good performance from Passage on a morning when Shane Howard, Robert Croft, Garrett Cleary, Jonathon Leonard, all showed well.
CHAMPIONSHP DRAWS Junior A Football
A Delanys vrs Barrs, B Passage vrs Nemo Rangers C Mayfield vrs Na Piarsaigh D Bishopstown vrs Douglas E Whitescross vrs St Michaels F St Nicks vrs Brian Dillons LOSERS GROUP St Vincents vrs A B vrs C F vrs D
Junior B Football Second Round Passage vrs Lough Rovers. Junior A Hurling Championship
A Mayfield vrs Whitecross B Delanys vrs Glen Rovers C Passage vrs Bishopstown D Douglas vrs St Vincents E Blackrock vrs Nemo Rangers F B/ Dillons vrs Barrs LOSERS GROUP Na Piaraigh vrs D B vrs E C vrs F Under 21 A Hurling Championship A Glen vrs Blackrock B Douglas vrs Bishopstown Second Round Barrs vrs A B vrs Na Piarsaigh Under 21 B Hurling Championship A Na Piarsaigh vrs B/Dillons B St Vincents vrs Blackrock C Mayfield vrs Barrs D Nemo vrs Passage
BILLY COTTER PAVILION
Our Clubhouse at Manning Park is available for all types of Functions and Parties. Oonagh has put together a very attractive package for Birthday party’s etc please contact Oonagh 0873564530 for details. We as a club are asking all members to use our facility’s for functions etc. Come along to 45 Cards on a Sunday 6--30 enjoy the crack.
MAN OF MATCH AWARDS This Sunday Evening come
along to our first Player of the Match awards ceremony which will take place in the Billy Cotter Pavilion at 7 –30 pm. This award will be given to a player from the Adult Mens teams or the Ladies Adult teams who in the eye of the Judges performed well for their respective team over the month of February. All members are asked to come along on the night and enjoy the music and crack.
BIG SCREEN SHOWING
All Cork GAA Matches are shown live on the big screen, while all Premiership and Champion League games also shown live on big screen. Lotto Draw 400 Numbers drawn, 12---18---21 No winner, 3 x 20 winners, Emma Harrington, Bernie Meade, Ladies Football Club. FIXTURES Sunday 2nd March Junior A Hurling Passage vrs nemo away 11—30 am. Ladies football fixtures, Saturday 1stMarch our Under11 Girls team will travel to Dublin to play in the Kilmacud Crokes Blitz,before attending the Cork vrs Dublin football league match at Croke Park.
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TRAINING TIMES
Girls Under 12, Under 13 teams are training Thursday 5—15 to 6—30 Manning Park. Gilrs Under 16. Under18 and Junior train on Thursday nights 7— 8—30 Manning Park, with indoor training on Monday Nights at St Peters School for the immediate future. Girls U8/10 training in St Peters 10th Feb 4—45--- 5—45 fee 3 Euro. Juvenile Fixtures Best of luck to our Under 14 Boys football team who will traveling to Dublin on 1st to play Fingal Ravens before going to Croke Park to cheer on Cork footballers in their national League game vrs Dublin.
TEAMS TRAINING
All our teams are now back in training for the new season, we are always looking for new players to join the club and a big drive will take place in the next few weeks to meet new family’s that has moved into Passage and invite them and their children to join our club and enjoy the wonderful facility’s at Manning Park.
COMMUNITY ROAD RACE
Make a date in your diary April 25th once again the club will run the 10k Community Road Race, with all proceeds going to the CUH Children’s Charities. This race was great success last year.
MEMBERSHIP
The club membership is now due from both playing and non playing members. We, like every other club in the GAA has huge costs at the start of the season, Players registration and Teams Insurance put a huge burden on our club, so we look to you our members to pay your membership, buy a lotto ticket or do Lotto on direct debit, support collection days, Support fund raising ect.
RAFEEN CREEK PITCH & PUTT Notes by Brendan Hayes
Congratulations to Weeshie Murphy who has been selected to represent Ireland in a challenge Pitch and Putt game on the 6th of June in Catalonia
Spain its a great honour for Weeshie and the club he also is the only Cork man on the team. Friday the club held an open day for Juveniles while the weather was not great their was a good turn out, juvenile officer Donal Field was well supported by other club members and it is hoped to repeat same later on in the year. We had our first game on Sat in windy conditions it was our first game in about two months and you would know it winners in the 3 man scramble were the Jordan’s father Richie and son Mark with captain John Hughes. League results: Under 16s shared their match 3-3 with Collins B Seniors had their first game and win beating Rocklodge 7-2 Inters had another good win 6.5-2.5 against ESB Juniors halved their match 4.5-4.5 with St Anne’s. Meeting Thursday night 7.30pm
CORK ZONE (I.I.B.A.) Short Mat Bowls Results and Fixtures.
With Michael J. O’Shaughnessy Douglas GAA Bowls Club staged their Annual Licensed Triples Tournament for the Douglas Credit Union Perpetual Trophy from Monday 17th to Sunday 23rd February 2014 and was held in the Douglas GAA Pavilion. The Tournament was once again a great success with 109-entries in action for the top prizes. The Umpires on duty for the final session were as follows:- Eddie Mills, Sheila O’Driscoll, Marie O’Leary, Michael J.O’Shaughnesssy & Sean O’Suillleabhain. The prizes were presented by Sean O’Suilleabhain (Club Captain) and also the Douglas Credit Union Perpetual Trophy to Adrian Tanner (Skip) of the winning team. TOURNAMENT DETAILS: (Quarter-finals):- Conna (A. Tanner) beat Douglas GAA (A. Twohig, A. Dunlea & D.
Jaime Walsh Healy at Supervalu selling ducks for St. Patrick’s Day Duck Race in Douglas
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Ducks on Sale at Douglas Court Shopping Centre on March 8th Twohig), Wilton (P. McCarthy) beat Watergrasshill (P. O’Regan, S. O’Regan & D. Crowley), Ballincollig GAA (J. O’Donoghue)) beat Ballincollig GAA (M. Boyde, S. O’Leary & M. Sisk) and Watergrasshill (L. Conlon) beat Grange/Frankfield (S. O’Sullivan, B.S. Hamilton & J. Long). (Semifinals):- Conna (A. Tanner) beat Wilton (Kay McCarthy, Neil O’Keeffe & Pat McCarthy) and Watergrasshill (L. Conlon) beat Ballincollig GAA (Eithna Linehan, P.J.Hagan & J.O’Donoghue). (Final):-Conna (Tom Finn, George Tanner & Adrian Tanner) beat Watergrasshill (David West, Majella Conlon & Liam Conlon) (Scorecard:- 2-0, 2-0, 0-1, 0-1, 1-0, 2-0, 0-1, 1-0, 0-2 = 8/5 )
FRANKFIELD GOLF CLUB Singles S/Ford 1st M.Fitzgerald (14) 32pts Weekly no 2 1st Niall McMahon (10) 32pts 2nd Paddy Hyde (20) 31pts
3rd Con Lyons (16) 31pts Next Week Comp 14 Hole Singles Stableford Frankfield Committee, Frankfield Golf Club, Cork. Tel: 021 4363459 Email: frankfieldgc@gmail.com Web Page: www. frankfieldgolfclubmembers.com Like us on Facebook - http://www. facebook.com/FrankfieldGC.
CROSSHAVEN PITCH & PUTT CLUB NEWS
Sunday Threeball competition winners Mary Murphy / John O’Mahony / Frank Kavanagh ‘anchor’ 51&1/2 nett, runners up Martha Harrington/Liam Kennedy/ Frank Kavanagh 55 nett. Fixtures Sunday at 3pm. Our junior team will play at Claycastle this Sunday at 10.30am.
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