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Letters To The Editor frontdesk@douglaspost.ie
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.
A Word in Your Ear! Dear Reader The Douglas Post is your community newsletter bought to you by our advertisers and on behalf of you, our readers and our supporters we would sincerely like to thank our advertisers for their loyal and unrelenting support in publishing The Douglas Post throughout the year. For most businesses it has been a busy on-the-go type of year with lots of changes and plenty of unneeded tension, so it’s not surprising if many end up feeling a little off balance and out of sorts. Juggling with such a variety of things in the midst of all that needs care and attention, is no joke and it’s easy to lose track. The pressure and the demands on running a modern day business are enormous.
MONDAY 22/12/14 Dear Editor Late 40s early 50s, a wonderland for me and our good neighbours on street named after brothers Sheares who died for Ireland’s cause. Our two roomed flat at No. 37 with 37 steps to climb. Birth of Jesus, a time for re-furbrishment in our home. Cupboards painted over for the umpteenth time. Small wonder with so many coats of paint I thought our room was becoming smaller!! Electric green, bright brown, inky blue, some of the colours chosen from Waters’ Store on Paradise Place, South Main Street (back of Queen’s Old Castle). One large bed with steel frame and brass knobs on bedstead – room for four. Well washed blankets plus my Dad’s army overcoat gave us warmth through hard winters. Electric light bill unpaid. Mr. Sheeha, our kind neighbour on same landing, rigged wires to his giving us power ‘til we had the moolah. Christmas Eve, my favourite night of the year! My Dad’s ample grey army stocking hanging above my head bulging with a gun and holster, a bugle, game of Ludo and 10 brand new shiny pennies making my Christmas wonderful! Happy Christmas Everybody. Neil O’Donoghue. Greenhills 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.
Yet in spite of all adversity, in spite of competition, in spite of all negativity, in spite of the doom and gloom, the begrudgery and the ridicule, our local businesses have stood tall. They have stood firm against the tide. They have recharged their batteries and rebooted their motivation. They have shown us there is a light at the end of the tunnel and to get there, all it needs is our support! The message is loud and clear; “Support Local” - “Shop Local” – and in the end, individually and collectively, we’ll all be better off. Certainly things are beginning to show signs of improvement. So with the future looking a little brighter, we would like to once again thank our advertisers, our contributors and most of all You - our readers for your support and generosity throughout 2014. We wish you all a very Happy Christmas, And a Really Successful New Year! Keep it Local! Yours Sincerely Marie (Piper) Gregan & Ronnie McGinn The Douglas Post
Marie Piper Gregan, Jensen Marah & Ryan Hourihane Gregan with Santa at Lapland
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Ronnie McGinn’s
Poetry Corner One night in Christmas Week a few years ago I was walking down the South Mall. The spirit of Christmas was everywhere, at the entrance to the Imperial Hotel affluent guests were arriving, a choir was singing and as I passed on I could hear the bells of the City Hall ring. Then I noticed a grey haired old man in a doorway. He was wrapped in a blanket and lying on a sheet of cardboard.
Mother’s Hands at Christmas Time Ah! The Christmas lights, - look cheery, But this pavements cold and dreary, And my heart is worn and weary, Can’t believe its Christmas time... Here, between the sobs and sighing, On this cardboard where I’m lying, I can see beyond the crying, Mothers hands at Christmas time.
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Writers Group Meetings Mallow Poetry Group – Mallow Library - Tuesday 6th Jan at 12.30 p.m Douglas Writers Group, - John O’Sullivan’s, Boardroom - Friday the 9th Jan. at 5.30 pm Bishopstown Writers- Bishopstown Library Thurs 8th Jan at 6.15 PM Ballinlough Writers - Ballinlough Community Centre Fri 16th Jan at 5.30 PM Carrigaline & District Writers’ Group meet at the Stables Bar in Carrigaline, on the first Saturday of every month at 11:30am. Writers in all genres are welcome to come along to our meetings, where like-minded people share their ideas & experiences in a relaxed environment. Further information is available on 021 432 0042. 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.
And the big log fire - a-blazing, The baking - and the braising, Oh my God they were amazing, Mothers hands at Christmas time All the fussing and the preening, Decorating and the cleaning, Ah! They gave our lives a meaning, Mothers hands at Christmas time. Oh! This blanket’s, damp and clinging, And somewhere a bell is ringing, Is that a choir that’s singing? Can’t believe its Christmas time… Ronnie McGinn
Send your poem to The Poetry Corner / Douglas Post, Unit 29 C, St Patrick’s Mills, Douglas or you can email it direct to frontdesk@douglaspost.ie 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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Above: Seán, Fintan, Ronan, Emma and Nora Ó Donnabháin happy to be home in Cork from Germany for Christmas
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Douglas Community Notice Board Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie.
Douglas Writers Group The next meeting of the Douglas Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Business Centre), Douglas on Friday 9th Jan at 5.30 pm. The Douglas Writers Group meets on the 2nd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. Enquiries to Ronnie 086 8839392 Toastmasters Club Douglas Sláinte Toastmasters Club meets on alternate Wednesday’s @8pm in Rochestown Park Hotel. The easy way to improve your communication & leadership skills. You are welcome to join us on Wednesday 7th Jan. So please come along if only to have a look at what goes on, you will be more than welcome! Douglas Community Association Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year to all our Supporters We would like to thank the good people of the greater Douglas area, and its wonderful business people who supported us in any way throughout 2014 and to the staff of our community newsletter Douglas Post who do a vital job of bringing our news to you. We are happy to see our extension for a new Meals & Wheels kitchen making progress, and despite some issues that had to be ironed out that slowed the project down over the summer months, it is great to see it roofed and also now in the last week, windows and doors being fitted and external plastering will be completed in the next week. Thanks to all the committed, hard-working volunteers who ran fund raisers during the year to raise money for this project, be it coffee mornings, open garden, concerts, bagpacking or church gate collections. We are always looking for volunteers
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with new ideas. Our Events Committee organized many exciting and successful events in the park during the year starting in March with the Patrick’s Day Parade, followed by a May Day Festival, Kevin’s Day Fundraiser for Crumlin Childrens’ Hospital, a Harvest Festival in October, and a Christmas Lights Festival in December. All of our groups are delighted to have new volunteers join them. Please take a look at our website www.douglascommunity.ie and e-mail us at douglasca@eircom. net and get in touch even to help out for one or two events; it all adds up, no one will be overburdened. Staff at the Centre Fiona Carroll, is our new administrator, and Jillian Cregan has taken over accounts and finance from our newly retired Treasurer of many years, Nuala Keating. The office will be open to the public on Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Meals and Wheels The Meals and Wheels team would like to thank all the volunteers, cooks and drivers, who worked so hard throughout 2014. The value of this service really can’t be overstressed, keeping elderly people in their homes by providing them with a nourishing meal and maintaining daily social contact. Meals are delivered every day, bar Sunday. Two meals are delivered on Friday to cover Saturday also. If you would like to avail of the service or if you could volunteer some time as a cook or driver, please contact Fiona at the centre at 4894955, or drop in a note. You can also e-mail us at douglasca@eircom.net.
Above: The Braveheart Choir Carol Singing at Douglas Credit Union
Below: Deirdre Murphy & friend attending the Choir Carol singing at Douglas Credit Union
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2014 Trends by Pat Walker
SUMMER HOLIDAY SUITCASE With the official arrival of summer it is time to brighten up, lighten up and refresh last years holiday wardrobe. Whether it's a stay cation or vacation the key is to immediately comes to mind is begin with the basic classics, essential pieces to ensure a lightweight capsule Bastyan who stock a range of With the excitement of Christmas us pieces it brings it stunning summer suitcase...I like to callupon these thewith "Blank Canvasclassic Saviours" easy pieces.soFinally thetoannual style event thetoyear…the transform fromofday eveningJanuary wear. sales. Whilst if you really love something
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s 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
BUSY DECEMBER FOR GOSPEL CHOIR The month of December has been very busy for the Carrigaline Gospel Choir. Beginning with their very successful 100 Gospel Voices for Leukaemia concert on Sunday 7th which raised €3,000. The following Sunday, December 14th, the choir took part in very enjoyable concert at Sacred Heart Church in aid of the Cork Simon Community. Next weekend the Gospel singers will be joining the Cork Symphony Orchestra along with several other Carrigaline Choirs to take part in Carols by Candlight, on Sunday 21st in Church of Our Lady & St John, Carrigaline. This concert, organised by the Lions Club, is in aid of the new Carrigaline Youth Centre. To round off a December of Gospel music, the choir will be singing at 8pm mass on Christmas Eve in the Carrigaline Church of Our Lady & St John, before taking a welcome break to enjoy the Christmas season with their families.
MENS SHED The Carrigaline Mens Shed is getting into the Christmas spirit, the Shed is being decorated for the festive season and the annual Christmas party is being held this Wednesday. The Shed was presented with more wood working equipment and tools recently that are being put to good use. The Shed has also been offered some old farm machinery which they intend to restore and display. Members of the Mens Shed have volunteered to steward the annual Carrigaline Road Runners Race on Saturday 27th December. This year the Mens Shed have designed and made a set of Perpetual Trophies and medals, which they are presenting, to the Carrigaline Road Runners. The Mens Shed would welcome a supply of pieces of all sorts of wood. ANNUAL ROAD RACE The annual Carrigaline Road Race will take place on Saturday 27th December at 11.00 am from the first Car Park on the Crosshaven Walk. Car Parking will be signposted. All runners welcome. ST STEPHENS DAY FESTVAL IN CARRIGALINE Thousands are expected in Carrigaline for the annual Wren Boys Street Festival and South Union Hunt Meet in the Town Centre on Friday 26th St Stephens Day. Colourfully dressed Wrenboys and Strawboys will gather for fun and craic in the Main Street, which will be closed, to traffic from 11.00am to 2.00pm. The Wrenboys and Strawboys will entertain the gathering with traditional music singing and dancing; all are welcome to join in the fun. The South Union Hunt will gather in the Circus Field, travel up Bothar Guidel around the Church and down the Main Street for the traditional stop at Rosies for hot toddies. At 12 noon the 100 horses and riders will make a
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MONDAY 22/12/14 colourful spectacle as they head through the Main Street up Church Hill, left at Fosters Cross and on to Bayview Wood at Fahalea. Meanwhile the Ceol and the Craic continues in the Main Street until 1.00pm. Later the Wrenboys will visit all the pubs and the Hotel singing and dancing as they go. A collection will be taken up during the course of the day in aid of Marymount Hospice and the Motor Neuron Disease Association. Locals are invited to walk to the event, detours will be clearly signposted meanwhile all the car parks will be accessible.
CHRISTMAS IN THE CHURCH OF OUR LADY & ST JOHN Carrigaline will have seven masses for Christmas, 6.00 – 8.00 and 10.00pm on Christmas Eve and 8.30 – 10.00 – 11.15 am and 12.30pm on Christmas Day. Christmas Reconciliation Service will be on this Monday 22nd at 7.00pm. The Christmas Tridium of Masses will be celebrated on 22nd 23rd and 24th at 9.30 am. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC The Carrigaline Blood Donor Clinic will take place in the GAA Hall on Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th December from 4.00pm to 7.30 pm each day. Donations are always needed at this time of year please come and bring a friend. TIDY TOWNS Four representatives of Carrigaline Tidy Towns committee travelled to Killarney on Friday last where they were presented with this years Bronze medal by Minister Jimmy Denihan. The target for 2015 is to win a Silver medal for the town. Anyone interested is welcome to join the Tidy Towns campaign. ACTIVE RETIRED The Carrigaline Active Retirement Association held their annual Christmas dinner and party in Fernhill Golf Club on Thursday last. A great evening was had by all. CARA take a break for the Festive Season and will be back in action in the parish Centre on Thursday 8th January from 2.30 pm to 4.30pm. CÉILÍ MÓR The Carrigaline Céilí Mór, which was relocated to Riverstick Hall on Saturday night, last was a great success. 15 sets graced the floor for the first dance of the night with over 20 sets at peak and still 15 sets on the floor cheering and clapping the Abbey Céilí Band for more at 1.00 a. The January Céilí Mór will also take place in Riverstick Hall with music by the Star of Munster Céilí Band from West Clare. AIFREANN GAELACH A very large congregation attended the monthly Aifreann Gaelach on Sunday last. The Cór Gaeilge was joined by the boys and girls from the Gaelscoil to sing and play music in the Gallery. The Cór Gaeilge will sing at 8.30 mass on Christmas Day. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ The Scór na bPáistí dates for the Carrigdhoun Division are as follows: The first semi final Friday 6th February at 7.00pm in Ballinspittle, second semi final Saturday 7th February in Ballinhassig at 2.30pm with the final in Riverstick on Sunday 22nd February at 2.00pm. Scór Sinsear Sunday 15th February.
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YOUNG AT HEART With Phil Goodman
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s Christmas and another New Year approaches, remember to buy guaranteed Irish products and services as much as possible. During these tough economic times, many businesses are still challenged. We can all do our bit by supporting local and instill a sense of pride in supporting our own. With the cold weather and wintry showers, we need to be extra vigilant and check on our older neighbors as many will be unable to leave their homes. Many older people are worried about the price of heating their homes and are faced with the choice of “Heat or Eat”. If you know of someone in this situation please call to them. Remember to keep at least one room heated and possibly sleep in that room during the cold spell; to eat at least one hot meal a day and keep active both physically and mentally. Older people may also be vulnerable to Bogus callers and it is important for neighbours to be aware of strangers calling on older people. Enjoy the Christmas and we will celebrate Women’s Little Christmas on 6th January at Frankfield House, you can contact me on 4363867 to book your place. Have a happy, healthy and peaceful Christmas. Upcoming Events January 6th Women’s Little Christmas Party Frankfield House Monday……………Care-ring friendly phone service Monday……………Rings, GAA Hall 2.00 – 4.00 Tuesday:…………..Knitting and Crochet, Parish Hall 2.00 – 4.00 Wednesday:……….Bingo, Lion House, 2.00 – 4.00 Wednesday:……….Beginners Computer Classes Thursday:…………..TAI CHI, Library, 11.00 – 12.00 Thursday:…………..Indoor Bowls, GAA Hall, 2.00 – 4.00 Thought for today: “Christmas waves a magic wand over the world, and behold everything is softer and more beautiful” Cherish your yesterdays, dream your tomorrows, But be young at heart, And live your todays Bye for now Phil
Above: Mrs O’ Connell from Carrigaline having a read of The Douglas Post. Photo: Lorraine Goggin
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
In fond rememberance of a loving mother May Piper Late of Piper’s Fun Fair Douglas and Crosshaven who died December20th 1997 masses offered
Sadly we cant buy gifts for you Just silent tears that fall For this time of year without you Is the hardest time of all Loved and remembered every day Her loving family Tom, Marie, Sandra, Martin, Sharon and Families
O Most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the sea, help me and show me herein You are my mother. O Holy Mary mother of God, Queen of Heaven and earth. I humbly beseech You from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my mother. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. O show me herein you are my mother. O Mary conceieve without sin, pray for us who have recourse ro thee. Sweet Mother I place this cause in your hands (x3)
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Miraculous Invocation To Saint Theresa The Little Flower
Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask for a special one (mention favour). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own Broken Heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful Eyes it will become your favour not mine.
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Family Ties Elvas Special Job By Brenda Keating
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t was the day before Christmas Eve and all of the elves were very excited. Christmas Eve is a very important day for Elves. And do you know why this day is so special to the Elves? Because on Christmas Eve, the elves put all the toys on to Santa’s sleigh. All the elves were bustling around, making sure that the toys would be would be ready for Christmas Eve so Santa could deliver them to boys and girls all over the world. Well not quite all the elves. Elva, the littlest Elf, did not have a special job in Santa’s workshop.
MONDAY 22/12/14 think of a very special job just for you.’ Said Mrs. Claus. ‘You can?’ asked Elva with a watery smile. ‘Of course! Santa Claus has a very long night every Christmas Eve. Last year, he got so tired that he nearly fell asleep while he was flying the sleigh! If Santa Claus had a little Elf for company who could tell him jokes and stories and sing him songs while he is delivering toys all over the world, I am sure he would be very happy!’ Mrs. Claus said. ‘Wow!’ said Elva. ‘That is a very, very special job!’ And so that Christmas Eve, Elva climbed aboard the sleigh with Santa and told him lots of jokes and stories and sang him lots of songs. Santa was very happy to have Little Elva for company and Elva, the littlest Elf in the Santa’s workshop had a very, very special job.
Elva thought that she might help the Builder Elves. The Builder Elves were very busy hammering and all of the toys together. ‘Hello, Elva.’ said the Builder Elves. ‘Can I help please?’ Elva asked. ‘Of course, Elva! You can hand us the nails!’ The Builder Elves replied. But Elva was so busy telling stories that she kept dropping the nails! ‘Maybe you can help the Wrapping Elves?’ The Builder Elves suggested. So Elva went to see the Wrapping Elves. The Wrapping Elves were very busy tying brightly coloured ribbons on to all of the presents. ‘Hello, Elva.’ said the Wrapping Elves. ‘Can I help please?’ Elva asked. ‘Of course, Elva! You can hand us the ribbon!’ The Wrapping Elves replied. But Elva was so busy singing songs that she kept getting tangled up in the ribbon! ‘Maybe you can help the Paintpot Elves?’ The Wrapping Elves suggested. The Paintpot Elves were very busy pouring red paint, blue paint, yellow paint, green paint into little pots. ‘Can I help please?’ Elva asked. ‘Of course, Elva! You can hand us the paints!’ The Wrapping Elves replied. But Elva was laughing so hard at the jokes that she kept spilling the paint! ‘Maybe you can help Mrs. Clause?’ The Paintpot Elves suggested. ‘Hello, Elva.’ said Mrs. Claus. But before Elva could say hello big tears started to roll down her face. ‘What’s the matter, Elva?’ asked Mrs. Claus and she sat down and put her arm around Elva. ‘I have no special job to help Santa Claus. I tried to help the Builder Elves but I kept telling stories and I dropped the nails. Then I tried to help the Wrapping Elves but I kept singing songs and I got all tangled in the ribbon. Then I tried to help the Paintpot Elves but I kept telling jokes and I spilled all of the paint. I am a very bad Elf.’ Elva said. ‘You are not very bad! You are a very good Elf, Elva and I can
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Above: Jackie Peterson and Jeannie Timony of Kinsale Comminity Choir carol sing outside Casey’s furniture Cork City Centre to raise money for Cork Simon. Casey’s Furniture are proud to donate 5000 euro to Cork Simon Community. They are hoping to make this sum even bigger with the help of their customers and enjoying some Christmas cheer with the Sing for Simon Choir from Kinsale during a live broadcast by 96Fm from their Oliver Plunkett street Christmas window. Picture: Clare Keogh
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Gardening Things to do This Week
(Its almost Christmas and looking at our weather, we are not getting much encouragement to do anything in the garden, except maybe to expand our Christmas decorations, but if we do get some better days, this article might give you a few ideas. Now not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.) Above: Munster player Niall Scannell gets his ‘Movember’ moustache shaved off at the South County Annual ‘Shave-off night’ in aid of Marymount Hospice.
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Flower Garden: Remove lilac suckers close to where they
join the main roots. Divide overgrown bergenias, and replant young segments in fresh soil. Continue planting deciduous trees and shrubs when ground conditions are suitable. Prune all new bushy roses hard to healthy buds low down. Try to finish planting new roses by the end of the month. Protect azaleas and dwarf rhododendron roots with a mulch of straw or bark.
Kitchen Garden: Cover rhubarb crowns with forcing pots, boxes or upturned buckets to force new young stems. Check where frost clears first in the morning or does not reach, and plan early sowings for these areas. Protect wall-trained figs from frost with a double thickness of fleece. In cold weather, pull up cabbages and Brussels sprouts, and suspend upside down in a shed to keep them frost free. Complete digging on heavy soil as soon as possible, and leave the surface tough. Cover a small area of soil with clear polythene to warm up and keep dry for a seedbed.
Lawns & Hedges: Continue planting new deciduous hedges if the ground is workable.
Greenhouse: Wash pots, seedtrays and labels in mild
disinfectant, ready for early sowings. Bring in boxes of chrysanthemum stools to force early shoots for cuttings.
Water Garden; Ventilate frozen ponds: melt a hole with a kettle or tin of hot water. Remove nets installed to keep falling leaves out of the water.
In General: Keep a garden logbook and transfer important
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dates and activities to your diary. Finish compiling seed orders and send as soon as possible Plant grape vines, either in large pots or in a soil border. Build a polythene tent over the staging as extra protection for pot plants and early sowings. Prepare new beds and smaller areas for spring planting.
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Cogans Carrigaline Achieved a Top honour from Toyota Ireland
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ogans Carrigaline achieved a top honour from Toyota Ireland when they were awarded Toyota Sales Dealer of the Year 2014. Their commitment to their customer’s sales experience was acknowledged when Managing Director, Robert Cogan received the award at a ceremony in Dublin last week. The awards organised by Toyota Ireland are designed to recognize the excellence achieved by Toyota Dealers across the country across a range of areas covering both sales and aftersales.
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Robert Cogan had this to say on accepting the award: “ To win this award brings great satisfaction to me and all the team, as it our aim to provide the best possible experience for our customers, so to be awarded this accolade it means we have achieved what we set out to achieve.” Winning this award is a great way to finish up what has been a very successful year for Cogans Carrigaline. They look forward to welcoming and meeting the needs of their customers in January for their new 151 vehicles.
Wednesday, 14 January 2015.
James Cogan Director , Rod Cogan MD , Margaret Murphy Financial Director and Ken O’Neill Sales Director Pictures: Gerard Mccarthy
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Cork Harbour Through Time
Ten Historical Items about Cork Harbour (extracted from Kieran McCarthy’s and Dan Breen’s New Book)
1. Dating back over 1,000 years to Viking times, from the Anglo-Norman time of a walled town to the present day, boats of all dimensions have been travelling through Cork’s riverine and harbour region, continuing a legacy of trade. 2. Cork’s Marina, originally called the Navigation Wall, was completed in 1761. In 1820, Cork Harbour Commissioners formed and purchased a locally-built dredger. The dredger deposited the silt from the river into wooden barges, which were then towed ashore. The silt was redeposited behind the Navigation Wall. During the Great Famine, deepening of the river created jobs for 1,000 men who worked on creating the Navigation Wall’s road – The Marina. 3. At one time, approximately fifty mansions in the southeastern suburbs of Cork City overlooked Cork Harbour. One of the largest was that of Lakelands, owned by the Crawford family. By 1792, William Crawford Snr had moved from County Down to Cork, where he co-founded of the successful Beamish and Crawford brewery. He occupied a fine residence – Lakelands at Blackrock – to the east of the city, overlooking the widening River Lee. 4. The imposing Blackrock Castle is the third structure on the site. The original fort (or castle) was built in 1582 by the citizens of Cork to safeguard ships against pirates, who would come into the harbour and steal away the vessels entering the harbour. In 1722 and 1827, the old tower was destroyed by a fire and a new one built. 5. The history of fishing and fishermen in Blackrock dates back to the early 1600s. In 1911, sixty-four fishermen, ranging in age from fourteen to seventy, are listed in the census as living in Blackrock village and operating in and around the castle, Lough Mahon and harbour area. 6. The District of Douglas village takes its names from the river or rivulet bearing the Gaelic word Dubhghlas or dark stream, which enters the tidal area nearby. As early as the late thirteenth century, King John of England made a grant of land to Philip de Prendergast near the city of Cork. On 1 June 1726, the building of the Douglas Factory commenced. Samuel Perry & Francis Carleton became the first proprietors. 7. The Cork, Blackrock & Passage Railway opened in 1850,
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MONDAY 22/12/14 and was among the first of the Irish suburban railway projects. The original terminus, designed by Sir John Benson, was based on Victoria Road, but moved in 1873 to Hibernian Road (as shown above and now built upon). The entire length of track between Cork and Passage was in place by April 1850 and, within two months, the line was open for passenger traffic. 8. With the establishment of a dock and shipyard in Passage West in the nineteenth century, many merchants became shipowners, and carried on an extensive trade in their own vessels. Three of these individuals were well-known entrepreneurs – William Parker (who engaged in foreign speculations in shipping), Thomas Parsons Boland and the Brown family. 9. During the nineteenth century, many merchants in Passage West built their own big houses and terraces. This town recorded upwards of 100 covered cars called jingles engaged almost daily in the transport of people between Passage and Cork. Steamboats and several small boats also ploughed the waters between Cork and Passage several times daily. 10. A letter from Vice-Adm. Thornborough of Trent, Cork Harbour, dated 28 August 1813, was read to the Ballast Board on 2 September 1813. In this letter he pointed out the danger vessels frequenting Cork Harbour were put in, as a result of the lack of a lighthouse at the entrance to the harbour. This small lighthouse was working by June 1817, but its tower was not conducive to a major harbour of refuge and port and, in 1835, it was replaced by the present larger tower.
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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS By Blackrock Citizens Information Service
QUESTION: What are my consumer rights when I buy something in the sales? Can I return sales items?
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Consumer Rights During Sales shop, whether this is during the sales or at any other time of the year. Many shops do allow you to exchange goods that you have had second thoughts about, but this is at their discretion. It is a good idea to check the shop’s refund policy before buying anything.
Your consumer rights during a sale are exactly the same as at any other time of the year.
If you buy goods at full price but change your mind about them, and they are now on sale at a lower price, you may only be offered the reduced amount (if the shop is willing to offer a refund). You should always keep your receipts as proof of purchase and the price paid.
Goods should be of merchantable quality, fit for their intended purpose and as described. If they are not, you are entitled to a repair, replacement or refund. The legislation does not specify whether it is the retailer or the customer who decides which form of redress is offered.
For more information, visit the website of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission at consumerhelp. ie.
If you have a problem with goods that you bought at full price and are now on sale at a reduced price, you are entitled to a refund of the full price (if the shop is willing to offer a refund). However, you are not entitled to a refund because you change your mind about something you have bought in a
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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 076930
Decision on marriage equality in May
“We now have five months to plan for the marriage equality referendum and what will hopefully be a landmark day for social equality in this country”, says Fine Gael Cork South Central TD Jerry Buttimer. Deputy Buttimer was speaking after the announcement that the marriage equality referendum will take place next May. Tel: 021 484 0652 Email: jerry.buttimer@oireachtas.ie Web: jerrybuttimer.ie
“The announcement by Minister for Justice, Frances Fitzgerald TD that the marriage equality referendum will take place in May 2015 is really welcome. The announcement will focus minds on the issues and what needs to be done to get this over the line. We now know we have five months to plan a really good campaign resulting in what will hopefully be a landmark day for social equality in this country. “What does a good campaign look like in this context? It must be persuasive and convincing. Despite the strong poll showings for the yes vote so far, there is no room for complacency here. “Talk to your friends, your family, your colleagues and neighbours, and explain to them why equality for all is for the betterment of society as a whole. “As a gay man and member of Fine Gael, I am immensely proud that this referendum has been brought forward by this Fine Gael/ Labour Government. However the hard work is only starting now. We must be fully committed to this campaign and leave no stone unturned in explaining the importance of a yes vote. I truly believe the referendum will be passed and that Ireland will be lauded across the world as a leader in social justice and equality.”
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Dr Stefan Billing, Functional Neurologist & Chiropractor
Dr Stefan Billing, BSc, B. Chiro, DACNB Functional Neurologist Consultant Chiropractor
REFLEXOLOGY FOR HORMONAL IMBALANCES
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eflexology is a gentle and non-invasive natural treatment designed to assist in maintaining optimal wellness in healthy individuals and alleviating the symptoms of a variety of disorders. Reflexology is very effective for treating such symptoms which occur as a result of Hormonal Imbalances. A Reflexologist will not cure you, but many clients will admit to feeling much improved and many of their symptoms will be alleviated.
Causes of Imbalance
Hormonal
In both women and men, hormone levels need to be finely balanced in order to maintain optimal health. If the scales are tipped too much in one direction or another, problems can develop; sometimes severe. Two of the most frequent causes of hormonal imbalance are nutritional deficiencies and stress. Of these, stress is probably the most common. When we experience stress, our bodies release high levels of the cortisol hormone. This is part of our natural “fight or flight” response to danger. Cortisol raises our heart rate, dilates the bronchial tubes and releases fat for use as fuel in response to a crisis. The problem is that in our modern society, stress can become chronic and elevated cortisol levels are very common. Some of the negative effects of this include: - High blood pressure. - A weakened immune system. - Infertility, PMS and other sexual
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disorders in women. - Prostate and erectile problems in men. Reflexology can work in a number of ways to correct hormonal imbalances. It works directly on reducing stress and therefore in correcting cortisol levels. In addition, Reflexology is believed to be of benefit in a number of other important ways, including: Removing toxins from the body.
elsewhere. Western doctors explain the benefits of reflexology a little differently. As the location of tens of thousands of nerve endings, massaging the feet can have a profoundly relaxing effect on the entire body. This in turn helps stimulate the “relaxation response.” When this occurs, hormones are released that flush out excess cortisol and restore the body to its natural, healthy state of balance (homeostasis).
In effect they agree.... Reflexology seems to work!
You are the best judge, though. Contact Koru Chiropractic Wellness Centre. At the very least, you’ll come away feeling relaxed and refreshed. You may even find that reflexology is the key you’ve been looking for to correct nagging Hormonal Imbalances safely and naturally.
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Boosting the immune system.
- Improving circulation. - Stimulating reproductive glands. All of these benefits are directly or indirectly connected to the restoration of Hormonal Balance. Although Reflexology is not a proven medical treatment for Hormonal Imbalances, many studies have been carried out on treatment for this, and many other disorders. For example, a 1991 study at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) found that 62 percent of women who received weekly reflexology treatments experienced relief from premenstrual syndrome symptoms.
How Reflexology Works
Reflexology is based on the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) energy meridian system. Many important meridians are located in the feet and these are believed to be directly connected to glands and organs in other parts of the body. Although these energetic meridians have not been scientifically verified, Chinese Medicine has been practiced for thousands of years and is an accepted healing system in China, Japan, Korea and
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Rules To Remember In Life Alcohol does not solve any problems. But then again, neither does milk.
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Preparing for Kennel or Cattery Stay Holiday season is upon us and many of our pets will not be accompanying us but will be enjoying their own break away in kennels or a Cattery. As we all know peace of mind is paramount to having a good time, so a few tips to help prepare for your pets stay away from home. • Book your Kennel or Cattery well in advance of your trip. Visit in advance the Cattery/Kennels you intend to use and discuss any special needs your pet has. • Vaccinations - Kennels and Catteries will insist on all pets being fully vaccinated. This is very important and is in the interest of your pets’ health and wellbeing. • Worming –Your Dog/Cat should be wormed regularly with a broadspectrum wormer. Adult Dogs and Cats should be wormed every three months.
If you have been lax regarding your pets worm prevention schedule now is a good time to get back on track. • Parasites – Treating your Dog/Cat to prevent external parasites is extremely important at all times and particularly so when your pet will be in contact with other pets. Use a prescription spot on to prevent Fleas, Mange, Biting Lice and Ear Mites such as Stronghold and or a prescription spot on such as Eliminall to prevent Fleas and Ticks. These should be applied monthly and are available from your vet. • Food - In the interest of continuity or if your pet is on any prescription foods
or medicine ensure you have sufficient quantities of each and have advised the Kennel/ Cattery on the quantities to be feed as well as the dosage and direction for any medication. • Emergencies -Leave the contact details for your vet with the Kennel/ Cattery in the event your pet becomes unwell. • Anxiety- Being away from home can be a stressful time for your pet. Kalm Aid is a complementary Feed for Cats and Dogs, which promotes relaxation and reduces irritability. It is a liquid suspension, which can be added to your cat or dogs food around periods of heightened anxiety ie. Kennels / Cattery stay. This is available from your Vet. We would like to wish all our clients and their pets a very happy and healthy Christmas. IF you have any questions please just give a call 021 4890101
IRISH CONSUMERS MUST BENEFIT FROM OIL PRICE SLUMP
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n light of the global drop in oil prices, Ciarán Lynch TD is calling on Irish retailers to pass on price reductions to consumers.
Deputy Lynch said: “With the price of oil at its lowest level in recent times, I am calling on Irish retailers to ensure their customers reap the benefit. As it stands, Irish motorists face some of the highest petrol prices in the world, while the cost of household and business energy supply has risen significantly since 2007. Despite the global price of oil plummeting between July and November of this year, as yet this has not been reflected in Irish pricing. Ciarán Lynch TD Constituency Office 29 St. Patrick’s Mills Douglas Tel: 021 4366200 Fax: 021 4366202 ciaran.lynch@oir.ie
“The slump in oil prices has benefitted consumers in the UK, where petrol has dipped to its lowest price since January 2011. It is my contention that Irish consumers deserve to experience similar benefits. It is unfair of companies not to pass on these savings, particularly at this time of year when people are facing increased fuel costs as winter progresses. “I strongly urge Irish retailers to review their oil pricing to reflect international market conditions to the benefit of Irish consumers and whilst it is evident at some individual petrol stations in Cork that prices have been reduced it these still seem to be the exception rather than the norm.”
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Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin
Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays
Ballinlough Writers Group
The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writers Group will be held in The Ballinlough Community Centre on Fri 19th Dec at 5.30 PM. The Ballinlough Writers Group meets on the 3rd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there! (inquiries 086 8839392)
Men’s Retirement Bowls’ Club
The Men’s Retirement Bowls’ Club, which meets every Wednesday afternoon, was well attended during the year. Three mats, the maximum the hall can accommodate, were in use most Wednesdays. All members enjoy an evening of fun and camaraderie. The members took part in a number of competitions during the year, most recently the ‘Michael J. Collins Memorial Trophy’ in which eight teams competed. The winning team: Ray Cremin, Frank Cronin and Billy Riordan. Runners –up: Denis Corcoran, Jim O’Sullivan and John O’Driscoll. The tournament was organized by Vincent Barry, Noel O’Shea and Ray Cremin. Mrs. Ena Collins and her son, Mark, attended the final, presented the trophies and thanked the club for running the competition in memory of their late husband/father. Vincent Barry welcomed Mrs Collins, Mark Collins and Cllr. Terry Shannon. Cllr. Terry Shannon spoke highly of the late Michael J.Collins as a man of great personal qualities and an excellent community worker. He went on to say that The Ballinlough Community Centre and its varied activities were the legacy of people of the calibre of Michael. Noel O’Shea thanked the members for their support in running the club from week to week. He also thanked Marion Quinn for provision of refreshments. Past members were remembered with affection during the afternoon.
Our Lady of Lourdes Church
Christmas Mass times: Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December - Vigil 6.00p.m. & 9.00p.m. Christmas Day Thursday 25th December - 9.00a.m. 10.00a.m. & 11.00a.m. St. Stephen’s Day Friday 26th December - 10.00a.m.
Review of 2014 in Ballinlough January Ballinlough man John Keohane opened a new Funeral home in Copley Street. Fundraiser in aid of Our Lady of Lourdes School was held at Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium February Our Lady of Lourdes Annual Triduum was held on Wednesday 5th Thursday 6th and Friday 7th February Ballinlough Youth Club hosted a Fun Table Quiz in Cork Con RFC on Friday 28th.
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March Local Ballinlough man Richard Scriven had a public exhibition ‘Pilgrimage in Contemporary Ireland’ running in Cork City Library, Grand Parade from 18th March to 29th March. This photographic and audio-visual exhibition is based on his doctoral research and features: St. Patrick’s Purgatory, Lough Derg, Croagh Patrick and Holy Wells from Cork April The Annual General Meeting of the Ballinlough Community Association was held on Tuesday 22nd April, in the Community Centre. Ballinlough Community Association held a Race Night in the Silver Key on Friday 25th April. It was a great success. May The Gents Retirement Club held the ‘Paddy Kearney Memorial Trophy’, in which eight teams competed. The winning team: Mossy McGrath, Liam O’Flynn and John O’Driscoll. Runners –up: Harry Daly, Denis Corcoran and Pat Waters. Mrs. Anne Kearney and her son, Kevin, attended the final, and they presented the prizes. The competition was sponsored by Cllr. Terry Shannon and organised by Vincent Barry, Ray Cremin and Noel O’Shea. The annual May procession took place around the Parish, it was orgainsed by The Legion of Mary June The members of Ballinlough Community Association organised a Mass in the Community Centre on Wednesday 25th June for the late Liam Towler as an acknowledgement for his contribution as a community worker. The community centre was packed to capacity; it was attended by his wife Ann, daughters Olive and Marcella, his brothers and sisters, nephew’s nieces and extended family. Readings, Prayers of the Faithful and bringing up the Gifts were done by his friends in the Community Association. . May he rest in peace. Two Forum meetings were held in Ballinough Community Centre, several issues were discussed. Sgt John O’Connor said it is intended to have four of these meetings in the year. Everyone is welcome to bring any issues that they may have, and at the next meeting the Gardai will report on the follow up that was taken on them. One of the ideas was to start a ‘Text Alert’ system in the Ballinlough area. The idea of this is that any unsocial activity in the area once reported to the Gardai, a text would be sent immediately to everyone on the system, example being if there were bogus callers in the area July Ballinlough Play Scheme returned this year, after many years at the start of July. Over 50 children attended the scheme and participated in great activities including kayaking, paddle boating, high ropes, mud obstacle courses, surfing, Eco adventures, survival skills and much more! The group travelled to the Aquadome, the Glen Resource Centre and Kilbrittain but to name a few. It’s great to have the Summer Scheme back in Ballinlough. August Ballinlough Summer Festival 2014 Ballinlough Youth Clubs held their Annual Summer Festival on Saturday August 23rd last. There were many events and attractions all day long including chairoplanes, super slide, climbing wall, soccer skills, animal roadshow as well as face painting, dog show, fancy dress, throw the wellie, baking competition and ikids dance dome. The Belle of Ballinlough for the year is Eimear Kavanagh representing The Orchard Bar. And also to Joe Daly who won the 2014 Escort!
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Later the ‘oldies’ danced the night away to Joe Mac.September Gents and Ladies Clubs re-opened. Also Scouts, Guides, Karate and Youth Clubs are back with some new members October Ballinlough Halloween Spook Event On Sunday October 26th Ballinlough hosted their annual Spook Event. All came in costumes and their torches for a spooktacular walk through the Community Park with spooky stories and mini scavenger hunt. Then returned to the Youth Hall for Halloween fun and games. Intergeneration Quiz Ballinlough Community Association took part in the Intergeneration Quiz in the City Hall on Wednesday night 8th October. They were represented by Donal Counihan, Anne McEvoy from the Community Association and two pupils from Douglas Community School Tomas Janulevicius and James Cuthbert. November Our Lady of Lourdes N.S recently launched a Christmas CD entitled Seoithun Seo. The girls were delighted to have been given the chance by John Gibson, the well-known Cork composer and pianist, to record his songs and carols on a CD.
Above: Cian O’Leary from Ballinlough with Rachel Keating from Rossmore who was conferred with a Diploma in Beauty Therapy at school of commerce, December conferring 2014 pictures Gerard McCarthy
December Ballinlough Youth Clubs hosted their annual Christmas Concert on Sunday December 7th in the Community Centre. The artists were The Ballinlough Junior Youth Club, Lorraine Manley accompanied by Eddie Fuller, Terry McCarthy and Donal Ring, Jerry (the Liar) Millar Frank O’Connell Kieran McCarthy and Memory Lane A Christmas Carol Service took place on 16th December in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, it featured Lorraine Manley, Siobhan Coakley, Kieran McCarthy and Our Lady of Lourdes N.S. Choir The members of Ballinlough Community Association wish everyone a Happy and Peaceful Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.
Above: Lauren Walsh was invited by the President to the Aras for the annual switching on of the Christmas Tree lights. She had been invited last year but was in hospital in the UK and missed it. This year she was in hospital in CUH but when her Consultant heard she had been invited by the President, he discharged her early so she could attend. She had a magical day and got a lovely Newbridge Christmas Tree decoration from the President as a keepsake. Photo: Gerard McCarthy
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Ask your Phamacist
By Garvan J. Lynch
However, if the lower esophageal sphincter relaxes abnormally or weakens, stomach acid can flow back up into your esophagus, causing heartburn. The acid backup is worse when you’re bent over or lying down. Heartburn Heartburn is a burning sensation in your chest, just behind your breastbone. Heartburn pain is often worse when lying down or bending over. Occasional heartburn is common and no cause for alarm. Most people can manage the discomfort of heartburn on their own with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medications. More frequent heartburn that interferes with your daily routine may be a symptom of something more serious that requires help from a doctor.
You may find heartburn relief by making small changes. Consider trying to:
Symptoms of heartburn include:
Stop smoking.
- A burning pain in the chest that usually occurs after eating and may occur at night - Pain that worsens when lying down or bending over
Alternative medicine:
Maintain a healthy weight. Avoid tightfitting clothing. Avoid foods and drinks that trigger heartburn. Eat smaller meals. Delay lying down after a meal. Elevate the head of your bed.
Seek immediate help if you experience severe chest pain, especially when combined with other signs and symptoms such as difficulty breathing or jaw or arm pain. Chest pain may be a symptom of a heart attack.
Anxiety and stress can worsen heartburn symptoms. Some complementary and alternative treatments may help you cope with anxiety and stress. If your heartburn is worsened by anxiety and stress, consider trying:
Make an appointment with your doctor if:
- Aromatherapy
- Heartburn occurs more than twice a week
- Gentle exercise, such as walking or riding a bike, but avoid vigorous exercise, which can worsen heartburn
- Symptoms persist despite use of over-the-counter medications - You have difficulty swallowing Causes: Heartburn occurs when stomach acid backs up into your esophagus. Normally when you swallow, your lower esophageal sphincter — a circular band of muscle around the bottom part of your esophagus — relaxes to allow food and liquid to flow down into your stomach. Then it closes again.
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- Listening to music - Massage - Relaxation techniques
If you feel you suffer from any of the above symptoms, contact your G.P. for an evaluation. If you would like more information on heart burn, contact Garvan on 4366923.
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surprisingly Corkery is a former Sportswoman of the Year, having won the title in 2005. Puspure won her award after she took bronze in teh single sculls at the European Championships in Serbia. The win ended Ireland’s eight year wait for a medal in an Olympic event at a major rowing championships. Puspure, who moved to Cork from Latvia in 2006, began competing for Ireland in 2010. The tree were presented with their awards by the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Michael Ring T.D. and by the Editor of The Irish Times Kevin O’Sullivan at the awards ceremony at the Shelbourne Hotel. Boxer Katie Taylor was crowned The Irish Times/Irish Sports Council ‘Sportswoman of the Year 2014’ for her exceptional achievement in winning a record sixth European title and her fifth consecutive world title. It was her fourth time to win the award.
SPORT Hat trick of sports awards for Cork ladies Geary, Corkery and Puspure honoured at Sportwoman of the Year awards Boxer Katie Taylor wins overall award Three ladies from Cork – Anna Geary, Briege Corkery and Sanita Puspure - were honoured at the Irish Times/Irish Sports Council Sportswoman of the Year Awards at a gala ceremony in Dublin on Friday (19th Dec).
One of Ireland’s best known and respected racehorse trainers, Joanna Morgan was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award for her valued contribution to the world of racing. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Sportswoman of the Year awards which recognise the abilities and achievements of women in Irish sports. Kevin O’Sullivan, the Editor, of The Irish Times said the award winners represented a golden generation in Irish sport and served as role models for every aspiring athlete. “Here today we have some of the greatest talents who have ever represented their sports, their families, their counties and their country. They are the true essence of sporting achievement and carry their success with a mixture of humility, honesty and style” he said.
All three were finalists in the awards with rower Puspure receiving the Sportswoman of the Month award for May while Geary and Corkery receiving their award for September. The awards for Geary (Camogie) and Corkery (Gaelic Football) came after both captained their respective teams to memorable All Ireland victories. Geary, who’s from Milford, led Cork to their first All Ireland title since 2009, coming from five points down to beat Kilkenny in the final. It capped a busy year for the 26 year old as she also represented Cork in the Rose of Tralee. Having won her fifth camogie All Ireland medal dual star Corkery went on to lead her football team to one of the most improbably victories ever, coming from 10 points down with fifteen minutes to go to pip Dublin by the narrowest of margins. It was the dual All Star’s ninth All Ireland football medal. Not
Cork’s Anna Geary (Camogie) this years monthly winner for September. Picture Nick Bradshaw
Cork’s Briege Corkery (Gaelic Football) this years monthly winner for September. Picture Nick Bradshaw
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