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Wednesday, 1st October, 2014. Vol. 7, Issue 40 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth. Tel: 042 9320888. Fax: 042 9329676. Email: editorial@dundalkleader.com; advertising@dundalkleader.com

Sophie joins an elite band of stars By Eunan Whyte

One of Dundalk’s most talented sport stars added to her growing reputation last week after receiving international recognition. Fifteen-year-old Sophie Watters joined an elite group to have represented the Republic of Ireland when she made he debut for the Ireland U-17 Ladies soccer team against Denmark on Tuesday. Sophie, from Woodbury Gardens, was thrilled with the honour and she played an important part in a 1-0 victory at Home Farm, before starting in the second game two days later when the visitors won Sophie Watters is congratulated by Republic of Ireland manager Dave Connell 5-3. The friendly games were place in Serbia from Oc- moment for the 5th Year see Sophie’s hard work pay student at the Marist and off. part of the warm-up for tober 17 to 24. “In the first match Sophie European Championship Making her interna- equally so for her father, Continued on Page 18 qualifiers which will take tional debut was a proud Colin, who was delighted to

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Tragic death of player after final THE euphoria of a Senior Championship victory turned to grief for St Patrick’s GFC as one of their players died tragically just a day after playing in the County Final. Eamon Carroll from Bellurgan, played a leading role as his club defeated Dreadnots by two points in Drogheda on Sunday, but in the early hours of Tuesday morning he was struck by a car while walking at Rockmarshal on the Dundalk/Carlingford Road at 1.20am. The 33-year-old was a very popular figure and talented footballer from a highly-respected family. He was dedicated to his football and helped the Lordship club to win six titles in the last 12 seasons, while he also represented Louth at senior level. See page 22

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Dundalk man pens Patrick Kavanagh novel The launch of ‘BORRIKEEN’, a novel about the famous (and infamous) poet, Patrick Kavanagh took place at the Annual Patrick Kavanagh Weekend in Inniskeen on Saturday September 27. Penned by Paddy Carroll, a native of ‘Kavanagh country’ but now living on the Shore Road in Dundalk, this blend of fact and fiction offers the reader a very human perspective on the life of our celebrated poet and his influences. Through enlightening and witty accounts, sourced from extensive memoirs and quotations from Kavanagh’s work, Carroll moulds an uplifting novel, capturing the poet’s loves, labours and

literary achievements in one engaging story. According to Paddy he was stirred to write a book about Kavanagh due to the sheer diversity of opinion about the celebrated Inniskeen poet. “Why write a novel

about Patrick Kavanagh? Well, when reading and researching for this book, I was struck by the divergence of opinion about the great man”, explained Paddy. “Some people could, at the drop of a hat, recite

line after line of his poetry, or quote reams from his prose, or relate humorous anecdotes about his highly opinionated journalism, his controversial sociability. “Others were forthright in declaring him a drunkard, lacking in the social graces, obsessed by paranoiac delusions of persecution, critical of his cantankerous and curmudgeonly character. Such dichotomous opinions needed to be explored, and hopefully explained in the writing. Did I achieve that objective? I believe I have”, noted Paddy. Those who hold positive views about Kavanagh, or at least like his writings, will discover how he came to compose certain poems, write

Louth County Council has narrowly voted in favour of a 1.5% reduction in the Local Property Tax in 2015. The motion was carried at Monday’s council meeting thanks to the casting vote of chairman

Oliver Tully after the votes had been tied at 13 for and 13 against. Councillors were warned before the vote that a 1.5% reduction would equate to approximately €140,000 to €150,000 being taking

from the council budget which would need to be made up elsewhere. Each party went into the meeting with different ideas as to how much the Local Property Tax should be reduced by with Sinn Féin seeking to cut it by the maximum 15%. Fianna Fáil proposed a cut of 7.5% while Fine Gael opted for a 2% cut. Meanwhile the Green Party called for no reduction to the local property tax. After a two hour meeting each councillor submitted their vote and eventually a 1.5% reduction was agreed thanks

to chairman Oliver Tully’s casting vote. Councillors had previously been told by Louth County Council CEO Joan Martin that they should realise before voting that any significant reduction to the LPT was not feasible as there was a considerable shortage in Louth. “We do not have the luxury which you seem to think we have of reducing the property tax by 15% we don’t stand a snowball’s chance in hell of finding the necessary cuts”, warned the recently appointed chief executive officer.

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read him at all, may discern a new man in him, may empathise with the harshness, the poverty in his life, the loneliness he endured as a writer”, concluded Paddy.

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Car boot sale for Goretti Foundation There is a carboot sale being held at the Fairways Hotel Dublin Rd. Dundalk on Sunday 5th October from 10am until 5pm. The sale is being held in aid of the Marie Goretti Foundation in Lordship which is a respite home for children. Those involved with the Marie Goretti Foundation are trying to raise funds to provide sensory equipment for the garden in their house in Lordship. There will be hot food served and there is also face painting and Mr Whippy Ice Cream there to provide entertainment for all the children and make this a family day out. Please come along and support this worthy event.

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both of Dundalk Cricket Club’s senior sides have been relegated and so the 1st XI will be playing in Leinster Division 9 and the 2nd XI in Division 14. There was some hope when the club reached the final of the Dick O’Neill Cup for the first time only to emerge as runners up to a worthy Co. Galway CC. On a more positive note, the bright spot for the club has been the brilliant work carried out by everyone involved in setting up the girls team in St. Vincents School and

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in 2015 they will make their debut in the Leinster Schools League, mention must be made of those involved who gave time and effort towards this, Deborah Challoner, Louise Challoner, John Finnegan and Michael Mullen. Youth training has also been very encouraging and the successful Wednesday evening training sessions at the ground have seen up to 30 schoolchildren of all ages and abilities taking part and this is set to continue in 2015. As a result the club is on track to have a youth

team in competitive action by 2016. Improvements to the ground have taken place and the installation of an artificial pitch has made a definite difference. The club’s Taverners side have had a very busy 2014 travelling north and south of the border cementing good relations with many different clubs and this is set to continue, the final match for the Taverners and club as a whole was a challenge match away to Central Brittany Cricket Club on September 27 and marks the first time the club have

sent a side abroad, plans are already afoot to tour in Portugal in 2015. Finally the club is having it’s annual open day at it’s ground in Dromiskin on Saturday October 4. All are welcome to attend what is usually a very enjoyable get together for the club and it’s supporters. The club is always looking for new members whether you are a beginner or seasoned veteran the club would encourage those interested in joining to make contact through the club website.

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Sinn Féin Councillor, Tomás Sharkey, has been informed that negotiations have begun with contractors to repair the barriers on the MI Motorway. “Following representations from residents in the Little Mills area of Knockbridge regarding noise levels from the MI motorway and the fact that this is exacerbated because some panels of the sound barrier are down since last winter I asked Louth County Council Senior Engineer to bring the matter to the attention of Celtic Roads Group”, Cllr Sharkey explained. “CRG have now stated that quotations have been received to carry out repairs to the barriers and that negotiations with contractors has begun. “This is positive news and I welcome it. Sound barriers are needed for a reason, to lessen in impact of noise from the motorway on local residents. It is important that they are maintained and I look forward to the barriers in the Little Mills area of Knockbridge being repaired.”

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Dundalk man brings horror film home By Paul Byrne

Dundalk man Barry Keating is back in his home town for an upcoming Spirit Store show having enjoyed a whirlwind year which has seen his film ‘Nymph’ play to audiences all around the world. Barry, from Mount Avenue, was approached by Serbian filmmakers Milan Konjevic and Marko Backovic to cowrite ‘Nymph’ after they were impressed with his work on a comic based on George Romero’s ‘Day of the Dead’. Since then the film has received enthusiastic reviews from horror film fans all around the world including America (where the film title was changed to ‘Killer Mermaids). Now Barry is back in Dundalk for next month’s screening of the film which will take place in the Spirit Store on October 30 at 8:30pm. He admits that

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he still gets a thrill when he sees his name on the opening and closing credit’s of the film. “It’s such a buzz to see your name written on the big screen during the credits. “It’s been such an exciting year for me being involved with this film and the whole experience has definitely left me wanting more”, explained Barry. “We were at the premier of the film a few months ago in Belgrade and there was 3000 people there to see it which was crazy. After the film

people were asking me to sign autographs and posters which was just surreal. We were also playing at Fright Fest in London which was a huge thrill for me as I’d been there as a punter many times before and it is probably the biggest and best horror festival out there”, noted Barry. Barry has been a fan of horror films for as long as he can remember having first developed a love for the genre from watching movies in his aunt’s video shop in Dundalk.

His love of horror saw him start out as a journalist, and then moving into comic books and video games before landing his dream role as a horror movie screen writer. Having tasted success with his debut film Barry is keen to continue his upward trajectory and is working with Milan Konjevic and Marko Backovic once more for a film which is due to be released next year. First up though Barry will be in the Spirit Store on October 30 to welcome everybody along for a free screening of Nymph (Barry prefers the Serbian name of the film which is the more mysterious ‘Mamula’). All are welcome to come along on the evening and enjoy the film which tells the story of two American tourists who discover a deadly mermaid during a Mediterranean vacation. Doors open at 8pm with the film starting at 8:30pm. Entrance is free.

Triumph for Weekly Quiz Team Torres

Pete Treanor’s 1 Transport What type of transport is a High Nellie? 2 TV Soaps What was the name of the character played by Kylie Minogue in Neighbours? 3 Ireland Which river flows through Kilkenny? 4 Food Gorgonzola cheese originated in what country? 5 Musicals Which Oscar-winning musical of the 1950s is based on the story of Romeo and Juliet? 6 Politics Which former British Prime Minister’s hobbies included sailing his yacht and playing church organ music? 7 Movies The film, Shawshank Redemption, is based on a story by what American horror writer?

8 Crime What occupation had Manchester mass murderer, Harold Shipman? 9 Soccer Sulzeem Jeremiah were the first names of what former England defender? 10 Folk Music Eddie, Paul and George were members of what Irish folk act? The Stinker There are two statues at the entrance of St Patrick’s Church, Dundalk. One is of St Patrick, who is depicted by the second?

—this week’s answers— 1. Bicycle 2. Charlene 3. Nore 4. Italy 5. West Side Story 6. Ted Heath 7. Stephen King 8. Doctor 9. Sol Campbell. 10. The Furey Brothers. Stinker – St Malachy.

After several weeks of intensive training, 15 members of the ‘Team Torres’ BJJ competition team made the long trek in the early hours of Sunday morning to Letterkenny in Co. Donegal in order to compete in the third leg of the ‘All Ireland BJJ League’. Expectations, as well as spirits, amongst the Team Torres team were running high based on the teams past performances, and they certainly did not disappoint when 12 of the 15 strong team obtained a podium position and they took home a combined total of five Gold and seven Bronze. The three team members who did not medal came agonisingly close to clinching a bronze medal when they were narrowly beaten in the quarter finals and denied their share of the spoils.

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Coaches Sebastiao Torres and Marty McLaughlin were understandably delighted with the team’s performance and felt that the arduous training by the competition team and the availability of skilled training partners was clearly paying dividends.

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More medals for Karate Club Dundalk Karate were triumphant yet again at the Annual INSK Open Karate Competition which was held in Tallaght, Dublin at the weekend. Each member of the Dundalk Karate Squad who travelled to Dublin came home with medals after beating of stiff competition in each of their categories. First to the tatami matts was Katie McNamara and Franek Chmielecka for their Kumite (fighting) categories, and both members were up against a huge number of contestants and both managed to come away with medals. Firstly Katie fought her way through numerous rounds to receive a Gold Medal for all her hard work, which was quickly followed by Franek who won a bronze. Next up was Christopher Joyce who sailed through to the final and was awarded Silver. Following in hot pursuit was Katie and Franek yet again and this time Franek missed

out on a medal but Katie claimed bronze. Liam Hoey then turned in a series of impressive displays to reach the final and to say that the roof was lifted with applause when the judges and referees awarded Liam a Gold is putting it mildly. In the afternoon Liam competed in the Kumite and was again in impressive form as he won bronze.

Head of Dundalk Karate, Sensei Mary Marcus was delighted with the performances. “Each member of Dundalk Karate over the past few weeks have been putting in a lot of hard work, and to be able to come to a national competition and have all members of the squad be successful in all their categories is reward enough. “Everyone when they attend competitions

gets a little nervous and even excited, and for any student to be able to walk out in front of total strangers and perform in either Kata or Kumite Category and come home with medals, is just the icing on the cake for me. Well done everyone, you have all done not only Dundalk Karate proud, but yourselves, friends and families proud as well”, she stated.

Netwell celebrates 90th birthday of Teresa Bellew

The Netwell social group at Lis na Dara celebrated Teresa Bellew’s 90th Birthday with a Tea Party. Ann Marron, from the Netwell Centre revealed that Teresa’s friends organised a party for her 90th birthday. “It really was a special event for a special lady. Teresa is a long standing member of our Netwell Women’s Group here in Lis na Dara. It is also fitting on this occasion to acknowledge the support of Teresa’s son, retired Cllr. Martin Bellew for the Netwell initiatives supporting older people in Margaret O’Hagan , Shiela Fitzgerald , Teresa Bellew and Maura Toal. Dundalk and Co. Louth.”

Fashion Show in aid of Cara Cancer For the second year running EDEN will be holding their Autumn Winter Fashion Show in aid of Cara Cancer Support Centre in The Oriel Centre , Dundalk Gaol.

Last year was such an amazing success and this year promises to be even better. All models are local girls with The Hair Shop Dundalk providing hair and make up

expertise. The event takes place on Friday October 10 with a pre show drinks reception starting at 7.30. Alongside the international designer labels showing, Gillian Leavy //

AW14 will also feature. Tickets priced at €20 are available through EDEN, 1st Floor 90 Clanbrassil Street, 042 938 6739, edenireland@gmail.

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Climote, the leading home technology company which was recently described as the European competitor of Nest, has announced that both John Mullins and Ian Marchant, ex CEO’s of Bord Gáis and SSE respectively, have invested in the Dundalkbased home technology company. climote’s recently announced contract with ScottishPower has seen the home technology company going from strength to strength, as it builds upon the company’s existing partnerships with Electric Ireland (the retail arm of ESB) and Power NI.

Read-A-Thon Sign Up The 27th MS READaTHON officially launched recently and schools in CLouth have plenty of time to sign up on www.msreadathon.ie. The MS READaTHON reading month this year takes place from Friday October 10 to Friday November 10. Tel 01 678 1600.

Challenge to drink driving charge fails A man who was over the legal limit for driving failed in his bid to have the case against him dismissed on a technicality. As a result, Barry Wiseman of Castleroche, Hackballscross, was banned from driving for three years and fined €400 at Dundalk Dis-

trict Court, as a result of the incident on July 12, 2013. When evidence in the case was heard on September 10, the defendant argued through his solicitor, Niall Lavery, that an error on the Certificate of Analysis constituted a fatal flaw in the prosecution case and that the charge

should be dismissed. The Gardai accepted that the time at which the sample was provided should have read 12.46 pm, rather than 12.46am, but in direct evidence gave the correct time. Judge Flann Brennan stated that he wished to think about the matter and ad-

journed the case for a week, when he refused an application to have the matter dismissed. “I am satisfied that the prosecution doesn’t fail in this case as a result of an apparent difference of this sort. It is quite clear that the certificate relates to the same

sample from the same person on the same date. On that basis I am satisfied that the prosecution succeeds”, ruled Judge Brennan. Solicitor, Peter Lavery, stated that Mr Wiseman, who had previous convictions, had not been before the court on such a charge since 2006

and that he made a mistake on this date. He added that while Mr Wiseman fought the case on a technical point, he was offering a guilty plea. Judge Brennan also took into consideration a dangerous driving charge related to the same incident.

Chance to attend One World Summit PayPal and eBay have teamed up with Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) to give one lucky young person the opportunity to attend the One Young World Summit being held in Dublin in October. eBay is offering a place at the prestigious conference to a young person in Dundalk who demonstrates leadership potential and socially innovative thinking. Interested parties are advised to visit the DkIT website for information on how to enter the competition. The One Young World conference is aimed at inspiring and equipping people under the age of 30 to become future leaders. Some of the brightest young people from across the globe will descend on the Convention Centre Dublin in October to hear from a variety of pre-eminent speakers, including Ireland’s first female President and the former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mary Robinson.

Speaking about the initiative, Louise Phelan, Vice President of Global Operations for Europe Middle East and Africa, PayPal said, “We’re delighted to partner with Dundalk IT on this and give a young person in the area the opportunity to attend this incredible event.” Denis Cummins, President of DkIT said, “Dundalk Institute of Technology is thrilled that PayPal and eBay are supporting a unique opportunity for young people in the area. To enter the competition, young people have the opportunity to pick one of eBay Inc.’s social innovation themes - Creating Economic Opportunity, Enabling Greener Commerce and Powering Giving - and develop a submission on their chosen topic in powerpoint or by video. Applicants are also asked to provide 250 words on why they would make a great young leader. Two local girls enjoying the entertainment at the Knockbridge show recently

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Rape Crisis North East will be raffling a signed Dundalk Football Club shirt. Dundalk Manager Stephen Kenny and the team kindly took some timeout during training from their successful EA Sports Cup win to meet some of the fundraising team from Rape Crisis North East. Tickets for the raffle are €2 per line or €5 for three lines and can be purchased throughout various bars and venues around Dundalk. For updates regarding this event and details of an upcoming Facebook competition in connection with the shirt raffle visit our website www.rcne.ie . Organised by Rape Crisis North East, the shirt raffle takes place on Friday October 24 at the Oriel Park match. We thank Dundalk Football Club for this opportunity to create awareness

for Rape Crisis North East. All proceeds will go to Rape Crisis North East to provide a much needed counselling and support service

A man who was accused of assault on an 11-year-old boy had the case against him dismissed after the alleged injured party told Dundalk District Court that he didn’t understand the meaning of ‘swearing an oath’. Innocent Wilson of 59 Woodland, Dunleer, denied the charge which arose from an incident in Dunleer on May 23, 2013. Before Liam Horan could give evidence by video link, Judge

Flann Brennan asked if understood what it meant to swear an oath on the Bible. When the boy stated that he didn’t, Judge Brennan said he could not accept the evidence. As the only witness, he had no option but to dismiss the case. CCTV in relation to the incident was played in court and showed two young boys – one of which was Liam Horan – running up the street, before being

Dundalk Football Club Manager Stephen Kenny, players Ruaidhri Higgins and Daryl Hogan with members of Rape Crisis North East’s fundraising team.

to the increased number of women, men and teenagers attending the service. For more details contact Rape Crisis North East Cen-

tre on 042 – 9339491, email info@rcne.ie For counselling and support please contact Freephone confidential 1800 21 21 22.

Assault accused has case dismissed News followed by Mr Wilson. Five days later, the alleged injured party made a complaint to Gardai about an assault. Mr Wilson was interviewed and told Gardai that Irish children had no manners and that in Africa you would be allowed “smack them on the bum bum”. Barrister, Irene Sands, stated that Mr Wilson claimed a group of boys had been throwing stones at cars on the day in question.

in Brief Pink Ribbon

Volunteers are urgently required for Pink Ribbon Day in aid of the Irish Cancer Society on October 3. Contact Olive at 932 6641, Bernie 937 4234 or Pauline 933 9257.

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Weekdays Sundays 7.00am 7.00am

Special Services Last Session Each Night in Candlelight

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Blessing of Babies and Children on Sunday 12th at 2.30pm (without Mass) Monday 13th Guest Speaker: Michele Ryan (Dundalk Simon Community) Serving the homeless Reconciliation Services (No Mass) Tuesday 14th at 9.30am, 11.30am, 4.30pm, 6.00pm and 7.30pm

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Minister for Business & Employment, Mr Gerald Nash TD announced the establishment by Enterprise Ireland of a €200K Competitive Feasibility Fund aimed at stimulating start ups and creating jobs and growth in the North East Region (Counties Louth, Cavan & Monaghan). Funding of up to €25,000 per project will be available under this initiative. The objective of the Competitive Feasibility Fund for the North East Region is to assist a new start-up company or individual entrepreneur to investigate the viability of a new significant growth orientated business or proposition to be located in the North East Region. Full details of the Fund including the Application Form will be available on the Enterprise Ireland website from October 7: www.enterpriseireland.com/nef. The closing date for applications is Tuesday November 4 at 3pm.

RECENT DEATHS Peter McArdle Clonygath, Monasterevin, Kildare / Dundalk on Friday September 26. Beloved husband of Máire and much loved father of Billy, Una, Sinead, Deirdre and Kevin. Deeply regretted by his loving family, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and friends. Oliver Molloy The Arch, Seatown Place, peacefully, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda surrounded by his family on Saturday September 27. Ollie, beloved husband of Nuala (née Begley) and dear father of Sharon, Jacqui, Keith, Orla and Dara. Deeply regretted by his wife, son, daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-inlaw, sisters Marie and Loretto, brother Joe, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, and friends. Denise Byrne (nee Mullen), Tenure, Dunleer, and formerly of Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Friday September 26. Denise, beloved wife of Austin and loving mam to Evan and Shannon. Sadly missed by her loving husband, son, daughter, sisters Maureen and Teresa (New Zealand), brothers-in-law Eugene, Martin and Maurice, mother-in-law Nancy, aunts, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Peggy Gernon (nee Quigley), Fatima Court, Dundalk. peacefully in Carlingford Nursing Home, on September 24. Peggy, beloved wife of the late Tom and dear mother of Tom, Marian, Ann, Breda, Margaret, Linda and the late Mary. Deeply regretted by her son, daughters, daughterin-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters Mary, Annie and Brigid, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, and friends. Trevor Murtagh Strand Road, Annagassan, Louth, suddenly on September 23. Trevor, sadly missed by his loving parents Carole and Seamus, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. Emma Brothers (née Poyntz) Mounthamilton, Ardee Road/ New Ross, peacefully in St Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin on Tuesday September 23. Emma, formerly of Ard Na Greine, New Ross Co, Wexford. Beloved wife of Michael and dear mother of Alison McCabe and Sheena McKenna. Very deeply regretted by her loving husband, daughters, son inlaw Alan, grandchildren Emma, Ross and Taragh, brother Eddie (New Ross), brother in-law Pete (USA), sister in-law Margaret (New Ross), nephews, nieces, extended family relatives, neighbours and friends. Michael (Mickey) CARROLL Jarogee, Ballybarrack and formerly of St. Nicholas’ Avenue, Dundalk, peacefully, in his 85th year, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on Monday September 22. Beloved husband of Ann. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing wife, sister Mary, sister-in-law Maura, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Mary Garland (née McNally) Bellurgan/ Carrickmacross, peacefully, in Lorgan House, St. Mary’s Hospital, Castleblayney on Monday September 22. Beloved wife of the late Thomas and much loved mother of Mary, Eileen, Pat, Nuala, Mairead, Kathleen, Paul, Seamus and the late John and Patricia. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, sisters Bernie and Olive, sons-in-law Jack, George and Richard, daughters-in-law Nuala, Annette and Sadie, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Eamon Kinch Avenue Road, Dundalk, peacefully on Monday Septmeber 22. Beloved husband of Patricia and dear father of Bláthnaid (Harmon), James and Fionnuala (D’Arcy). He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing wife, daughters, son, grandchildren Liam, Conall, Saoirse and Dearbhla, sons-in-law Peadar and Shane, daughter-in-law Ciara, relatives and friends.

Fighters mix with the best

MAS-F took on Pat White’s Best of the Best recently and with a mixed calibre of fighters from Novice to Irish Representatives, they all entered the ring with determination and support. In weapons Conor Shields went up against world ranking champions and came in an impressive fourth position. In the fighting sections Novice competitors were Donnacadh Mooney who fought with accuracy to reach the finals of his light contact section and attained his first Silver of the day, with his younger brother Padraic Mooney taking the silver in his points section. Caolan O Murchu took the first Gold of the day for the team in his continuous fighting section and went on then to achieve a silver in his points. Conor Sharkey wrapped up the junior novice fighters with a silver in his points division. Intermediate and advanced fighters took to the floor next. Some of the strongest competition seen in a while was in play with Lee Steele being the first team member to reach the finals achieving a Silver medal for his efforts. Team-mates Ethan Sharkey and Callum O’Connor met

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in Brief Trad For Gaza

Following on from the success of the Gaza Toy Drive which seen thousands of Euros of children’s clothes, toys, nappies, medicines and much more donated by the people of Dundalk and surrounding areas, a Trad Night is being held in the Fairways Hotel on Saturday October 4 at 8pm.

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received a call in relation to Natalie Walsh, of 28 Langfield Close, Dublin Road, Dundalk, who was pushing a buggy with a baby. She was stumbling and had to be helped to her feet. Ms Walsh apologised to the court and

stated that she had an addiction problem. She stated that she was able to stay clean for weeks but when she has a drink she has difficulties. Judge Flann Brennan adjourned the case to December 10 for a Probation Report.

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fast competition and went out before the medal positions. Conor O Murchu, Lee Flanagan, Matthew McQuillan and Conor Shields competed in the older age catagory with recent World Champions and gave great accounts of themselves. Adults took centre stage once the juniors were done with Lorna O Murchu and Deirdre Carroll entering the novice ladies sparring and Members of the successful MASF team with their medals secured bronze medals each for their first time competing. Ruari O Murchu entered the veteran mens continuous fighting and fought to achieve a bronze medal there, meanwhile brother Cian O Murchu fought in the mens division for point fighting and achieved a Gold medal beating off competition from several clubs. Wrapping up the day for MAS-F was the newly introduced tag-team event for the juniors. Putting forUnit 18, Northlink Retail Park, ward three teams, MAS-F juniors got the opportunity to fight for a medal again and all achieved that goal with two teams being awarded silver medals and one team securing the coveted Gold. Next up on their schedule is the highly acclaimed ‘Rumble’ which takes place in Leixlip on October 5.

Pushing buggy while drunk A woman who brought attention to herself when she was pushing a baby buggy while in an intoxicated state told Dundalk District Court that she suffered from an addiction problem. At 11pm on Monday September 15, Gardai

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BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy spirit, you that solves all problems. Light all roads so that I can obtain my goal. You that gave me the devine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me. In all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you have confirmed, but I never want to be separated from you. In spite of all material illusions I wish to be with you in eternal Glory. Thank you for your mercy towards me and my own. Say 3 times a day for 3 days. K.McN.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours. This time I ask you for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (never known to fail). L.T. NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours. This time I ask you for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (never known to fail). C.B.

thanksgiving Jesus you who rejoice with simple and humble hearts so often forgotten and despised, exalt with the grace of cannonisation, Blessed Alexandrina M.Da Costa who always wanted to live hidden fron the world and far from it's pomps. Listen to the pleas which we make to you through her intercession, grant us especially the grace which we desire if it is for your honour the glorification of the immaculate heart of Mary and the salvation of sinners on whose behalf this deeply devoted daughter or yours gave herself so generously. "I chose you for the happiness of many souls" (Jesus a Alexandrina). E.F.

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classes & courses Easy Beginner Guitar Course For Adults starting in Spiritstore September 29th on Monday nights 7.308.30pm. 10 week course (€10 per lesson).Relaxed friendly atmosphere with experienced teacher. Learn songs by U2, GunsNRoses, Thin Lizzy, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Elvis and many more. Contact Marcus 087-2186127 for details

classes & courses TEFL ENGLISH TEACHER - Available for private tutoring, all levels from beginner through to advanced. MY HOME/YOUR HOME Tutering Service. Competitive hourly rates. Tel. Peter 086 811 1495 or www.tefllouth.com to arrange appointment. Get fit the fun way and learn to dance your first wedding dance, Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Jive in a relaxed and friendly environment. Classes now taking place in the Lisdoo, Tuesday 8-10pm, beginners 8–9pm, intermediate 9–10pm.Also classes in the Barbican Centre Friday’s from 8-10pm Contact 0863573271 for information. MATHS GRINDS: Maths grinds, Junior and Leaving cert by experienced tutor. Available on a 1 to 1 basis. Secure a place for new term. Contact: 087-2834156 REIKI – Reiki drop in sessions. 30 Minute Reiki every Tuesday Starting Sept 16th 7 – 9.30 pm. Out comers Building, 8 Roden Place, (Under the arch), Dundalk. Contact Linda: 085 108 0493. LINE DANCING: Line Dancing Lisdoo Arms new beginners class Wednesday 24th Sept @ 7.30pm. Contact 087-8506576 YOGA CLASSES: Yoga Classes 8 Roden Place every Thursday 5.45pm 55 + age , gentle class. Improvers class 7pm. Free trial Contact: 085-734-7133 oryogawell@gmail.com JIVE & WALTZING: Dance Classes by Tommie Mac. The fun way to exercise. Tallanstown Hall every Wednesday 8.30pm. Commencing October 1st. Tel: 087 391 6301. PIANO / GUITAR LESSONS: Piano and Guitar lessons, learn to play today. Contact : 087-710-5258 or www.dundalkmusiclessons.com Watercolour Classes - Local art group, Artisans, are commencing their beginner watercolour classes on Friday 3rd October from 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Carroll Mead Hall, Pearse Park, Dundalk. For further details, please contact Freda on 087 9705714. No previous watercolour experience is required.

classes & courses VIOLIN & SINGING LESSONS: Violin & singing lessons €15 per half hour, work towards exams. Receive tuition from a qualified musician . Contact : 086-8926256

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Local farmer celebrates National Potato Day POTATO grower John Carroll of Paughanstown, Dunleer, will launch National Potato Day which is on Friday October 3 and as part of the build-up hosted an event last Friday September 26, a farm visit in which he invited 5th and 6th class pupils from Philipstown N.S. Dunleer. The event included a tour of the farm yard, the machinery and potato fields. The children saw how potatoes were harvested in the old days, both by fork and tractor. Much to the amusement of the children, it was a fun and hands on experience.

AN CHUIRT CHUARDA THE CIRCUIT COURT EASTERN CIRCUIT COUNTY LOUTH THE MATTER OF: THE LICENSING ACTS 1833 to 2008 THE COURTS (SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS) ACT, 1961 SECTION 2 (1) OF THE LICENSING (IRELAND) ACT, 1902 AS AMENDED BY SECTION 23 OF THE INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT, 1960 ORDER 49 OF THE CIRCUIT COURT RULES 2001 AND IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION BY: COLIN FEE on behalf of COLIN FEE and GILLIAN McBRIDE APPLICANT NOTICE OF APPLICATION

TAKE NOTICE THAT Colin Fee (as Nominee) on behalf of Colin Fee and Gillian McBride of Chapel Road, Haggardstown, Dublin Road, Dundalk, County Louth, will Apply to the Circuit Court, Sitting at Dundalk Circuit Court, Courthouse, Market Square, Dundalk in the County of Louth at 10.00am, on the 24th October 2014, or at the first opportunity thereafter, for a Certificate entitling and enabling the Applicant to receive a new full Publican's Ordinary Seven Day On Licence for the sale of intoxicating liquors at the former licensed public house premises known and trading as "McD's" and situate at Earl Street, Dundalk, County Louth in the Town of Dundalk, Barony of Upper Dundalk, Parish of Dundalk and the County of Louth which said premises are more particularly shown on the plans to be adduced at the Hearing of this Application whereon the area proposed to be licensed is surrounded with a red verge line. Dated this 25th day of September 2014. SIGNED: Catherine Allison & Co. Solicitors for the Applicants 6 Roden Place Dundalk Co. Louth To: The County Registrar at Courthouse, Circuit Court, Market Square, Dundalk. The Judge of the District Court at Courthouse, Market Square, Dundalk. The Superintendent of An Garda Siochana at The Crescent, Dundalk, Co. Louth. The Fire Authority at Millenium Buildings, St. Alphonsus Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth.

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Karen McCooey as Golde.

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undalk Musical Society is preparing to take the stage once again with their latest offering “Fiddler on the Roof”. Opening on Wednesday 15th until Sunday 19th of October 2014 at 8pm nightly in An Tain Theatre, tickets are now on sale from the box office on (042) 9332332 and now online at www.antain.ie. Set at the beginning of the twentieth century, the story centres around Jews and Orthodox Christians who live in the little village of Anatevka in the pre-revolutionary Russia of the Czars. Among the traditions of the Jewish community, the matchmaker arranges the match and the father approves it. The milkman Reb Tevye (Jim McGuigan) is a poor man that has been married for twenty-five years with Golde (Karyn McCooey) and they have five daughters. When the local matchmaker Yente (Maeve Montgomery) arranges the match between his older daughter Tzeitel (Fiona Mullen) and the old widow butcher Lazar Wolf (Gerry O Hara), Tevye agrees with the wedding. However, Tzeitel is in love with the poor tailor Motel Kamzoil (Paudie Breen) and they ask permission from Tevye to get married, he accepts to please his daughter. Then his second daughter Hodel (Aisling McCormack) and the revolutionary student Perchik (Alan Doherty) decide to marry each other and Tevye is forced to accept. When Perchik is arrested by the Czar troops and sent to Siberia, Hodel decides to leave her family and homeland and travel to Siberia to be with her beloved Perchik. When his third daughter Chava (Niamh Craven) decides to get married with the Christian Fyedka (Patrick Browne), Tevye does not accept and considers that Chava has died. Meanwhile the Czar troops evict the Jewish community from Anatevka. The show also features other well known faces including, Tim Ahern, Jack Montgomery, Paul McGee, Phyllis Woods, Geraldine Casey, Sean Og Cairns and Brian Halpin. Stunning sets and costumes as well as a breathtaking score performed to perfection by a stellar chorus will transport audiences to the village of Anatevka. Direction is in the very capable hands of Tullamore native Colin Hughes whose reputation has led him to direct for societies all over the country, Gilda Turner take charge of Choreography and has been putting the cast through their paces for the last 8 weeks. While musical direction is under the baton of Mary McCague with Geraldine Casey as Chorus Mistress. This charming and timeless story is one which is sure to warm the hearts of audiences as the chill of autumnal evenings approach; with songs like “If I were a Rich Man”, “Matchmaker, Matchmaker” and “Sunrise, Sunset” this is a show not to be missed.

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Sophie stars From Page 1 came on as a sub on 60 minutes and really helped changed the game, so she got great praise from the manager and former Dundalk player, Dave Connell. “It was great for her to get this reward as she has been very dedicated to the sport and really worked hard to get her chance at this level”, explained Colin, who revealed that although she is primarily a central midfielder, she is equally at home in defence or attack. Sophie began her football with Quay Celtic at U-6 level and played right through in the Schoolboys League up to U-14 level. The club then started what proved to be a very successful girls team before she moved to Trim Celtic and was subsequently snapped up by Shelbourne. The list of honours is a testament to Sophie’s talent as she has won league titles at U-16, u-18 and senior level while this year she played a leading role on the team that won the U-18 Leinster Cup and was named Player of the Match as they club won the National Cup at U-16 level.

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Event Guide Phantom and the Musicals Sophie Watters

Her performances in winning the Gaynor Cup with the MGL representative squad helped earn a trial for the Irish team in August. The initial panel of 90 was reduced to 24 before Sophie, whose brother Kyle players for Quay U-13, made the squad of 18 for the internationals against Denmark. “She was over the moon when the news came through but she really worked hard to get this far. On an average week she will train three times, as well as doing her own programme, and then playing games at the weekend”, added a proud Colin.

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slew of new shows to their listings with some fantastic nights in store. Some of these show are already selling like hot cakes so don’t delay... Some of the highlights include King Kong Company, Jake Clemons (of the E-Street band), Andrew Maxwell, The Trampz (St Stephens Day), John Spillane, Fight Like Apes, Raglans, Brian Kennedy, Eddi Reader. The action in The Spirit Store this week begins on Wednesday October 1 with Giant Steps upstairs free at 9pm. Ronan Dennedy (piano), Ken Murphy

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Prayer around the cross in candlelight with the music of Taize, on Friday 3rd October 8.30pm to 9.30pm, followed by a cuppa at “Bethany” 34 Point Road, Dundalk. All are welcome.

The Spirit Store is delighted to announce that by popular demand that they have added a second date for The Riptide Movement following the sell out of their first show. The second show is selling fast so get your tickets for that one soon. Also, Damien Dempsey’s show is now completely sold out so well done to everyone who grabbed a ticket for that one, it promises to be a fantastic night. Only a handful of Paddy Casey tickets remaining too so don’t say you weren’t warned. The venue has added a

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Clermont Chorale to perform in Blackrock A choral evening not to be missed in Blackrock Clermont Chorale - Dundalk’s award-winning chamber choir - will join with renowned Irish choir New Dublin Voices on Friday October 10 at 8pm in the Church of St Oliver Plunkett, Blackrock for an unmissable choral

event, “Songs for a Starlit Night” Clermont Chorale was formed over ten years ago in Blackrock and has won awards at national and international competitions as well as performing regularly in the Dundalk area. In May 2014, under the direction of Irene

Barr, the choir won three prizes at the Navan Choral Festival. The choir is delighted to welcome New Dublin Voices to the beautiful seaside setting of St Oliver Plunkett Church in Blackrock for an evening of wonderful music. New Dublin Voices was founded by conductor Bernie Sherlock in October 2005 and since then the choir has established a reputation for performing music in a wide range of styles from medieval to contemporary. NDV has won major

international awards at competitions in Italy, Belgium, Hungry, Germany, Finland and of course Ireland. Their Autumn tour will this year begin in Dundalk with Clermont Chorale and then continue in Belfast and Dublin, finishing with a tour to the Polyfollia festival in France. The concert in St Oliver Plunkett Church Blackrock is on Friday October 10th at 8pm. Tickets are €12/€8 and are available online at www. newdublinvoices. com/store and at the door.

THERE will be a meeting in Mullaghbuoy Community Centre on October 1 at 8pm to discuss measures for tackling drug issues in the Cooley Peninsula. Speakers on the night will include Derek Russell from Roscrea County Tipperary, whose community also made a stand against drug pushers. Nora O’Donaghy from Turas Counselling Services, Dundalk, will also speak on drug awareness, and give advice to parents on what to look for if they think their child is taking drugs. She will also discuss the devastation caused by drugs, and what to do

if somebody is pushing drugs on your child or you. Sergant Eugene Collins, from Dundalk Garda Station, will give a presentation of the different type of drugs which are been pushed on to our young people and will also discuss the problem of anti-social behaviour. Eugene will discuss the different means of how to contact the Authorities in confidence in relation to these matters. This meeting has been initiated by the community and all organisations in the Peninsula are invited to attend.

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On Monday October 6, Dr Steve Newton Steve Newton (Senior Conservation Officer, Bird Watch Ireland) will give an illustrated talk entitled Seabirds: Conservation, Ecology and Threats at the Spirit Store, Dundalk Docks at 8pm. The talk will mention such thorny topics as offshore wind farms, global warming and over fishing. Entry is free and all are welcome.

Old Dundalk Society

On Wednesday October 8 the Old Dundalk Society will host a unique and interesting talk in the County Museum covering a century of policing in the Dundalk and North Louth area. The talk will be given by retired Garda Pat O’Donoghue who has spent most of his service in the Dundalk area and over the years has accumulated a wide range of material and photographs on the subject. Talk starts at 8pm.

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LMETB prepare for Musical Extravaganza As soon as the the first week of school is over, its time for LMETB to start preparing for their sixth annual Musical Extravaganza. The event was the brain child of Chief Executive Peter Kierans in 2008 when he was CEO of Meath VEC. In March the Musical Extravaganza was held in the magnificent TLT and boasted all 15 schools from both Louth and Meath. In excess of 500 students sang, played and thoroughly entertained a packed TLT auditorium. The event was coordinated by Youth Officer Elma McMahon and Musical Director Paul Strachan. This year the event will be

even bigger as there are three news schools in the LMETB family – Coláiste Chu Chulainn in Dundalk, Ballymakenny College in Drogheda and Coláiste De Lacy in Ashbourne bringing the number of schools in the Louth Meath area to 17. There are nine other schools from County Meath namely Colaiste na hInse (Bettystown), Ratoath College, O Carolon College (Nobber), St Oliver’s Post Primary (Oldcastle), Coláiste Poball Rathcairn, Beaufort College (Navan), Colaiste na Mí (Johnstown), St Peters College (Dunboyne), St Fintinas Post Primary (Longwood) and Dunshaughlin Community College.

There are five other schools from County Louth which are, Bush Post Primary, O Fiath College (Dundalk), Scoil Úi Mhuiri (Dunleer), Colaiste Lú (Dún Dealgan) and St Olivers Community College (Drogheda). Elma McMahon said “it’s always exciting to work with the students and teachers in our schools but this year it is even more there is a fabulous opportunity for brand new first years to experience preforming in a venue like the TLT in Drogheda or the Solstice in Navan. We are very lucky to have such talented students in our schools and we are so Paul Strachan Elma McMahon and Tommy Leddy at very proud of them’. the TLT

Community mourns Career workshop Eamon’s tragic death from page 1 Chairman of St Patrick’s GFC, Alan Duffy, paid tribute to Eamon whose passing has left the club devastated. “Eamon was a huge part of the club. He was a great player, but more importantly a true gentleman. He was a really likeable Eamon Carroll fella and there wasn’t a bad “He was the same on bone in his body. He was the field of play as I don’t a friend from the moment think he was ever booked. you first spoke to him. Everyone is totally devas-

tated by this and we feel so sorry for his family at this time”, added Alan. The esteem in which Eamon was held by friends and opposition players is reflected in the warm tributes have been pouring in from clubs across the county. Eamon, who worked as a bank official in Dublin, is survived by parents, Joe and Geraldine, sisters, Grace, Sinead and Fiona, and brother, Francis.

The joint Career Workshop run by Worklink and eDundalk. com on Thursday 25th September was a great success. Over 60 people listened to presentations from Worklink volunteers Richard Hanlon, Michael Gaynor and Ceinwen Fergus, as well as a presentation on entrepreneurship from Daniel Ramamoorthy, CEO of Treehouse. Ceinwen Fergus, Worklink’s North East Regional Coordina tor, said “EDundalk’s Amaka Okonkwo ensured that the evening ran smoothly, and we are very grateful for her support in making the event such a success. People who

attended the Career workshop received an introduction to Worklink’s services and were able to ask questions relating to different areas of job-hunting. We hope to see many of them again at other workshops later in the year”. Worklink is a volunteer organisation which provides information and support to unemployed jobseekers. For more information call Ceinwen on 087 7988008 or email: ceinwen@worklink.ie. eDundalk.com is an online newsletter and advertising website which aims to promote ingeration and social inclusion while fighting to eradicate poverty.

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Specsavers anniversary Specsavers Dundalk, located at Eimear Court in Dundalk’s Market Square, is celebrating ten years in business in the town. The outlet first opened its doors in October 2004 and since then has proudly served the people of Dundalk. Led by store directors Martina Kelly and Kathleen Campbell, the Dundalk shop started with just 10 members of staff but today employs 23 people including six fully qualified opticians, two dispensing opticians, one audiologist and a hearcare assistant. .

Water protest Following on from last week’s protests in the Clan Chulainn/Farndreg estates a number of residents from the Lios Dubh housing estate on the Armagh Road were involved with a stand off with contractors from Irish Water and the Gardaí yesterday morning. With the help of Dundalk RNU group the residents prevented Irish Water from installing water meters.

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VW Golf Alltrack new honda civic

Following on from the introduction of the Passat Alltrack in 2012, Volkswagen are now introducing the allwheel-drive Golf Alltrack, which will be premiered at next week’s Paris Motorshow. VW have taken the Golf Estate – jacked up the suspension by 20mm, added their 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system and added over-body protection mouldings. Under normal driving conditions the power goes to the front axle, effectively decoupling the rear which saves on fuel, should traction be lost at the front it can transfer 100 per cent of the torque to the rear wheels. There will be a choice of four engine options, one petrol – a direct-injection four-cylinder turbocharged 1.8-litre TSI unit producing a 180 PS that is capable of 0-62 mph in 7.8 seconds with a top speed of 135mph. It has a combined fuel economy of 41.5mpg with CO2 emissions rated at 158g/km. The three diesel units include, 1.6-litre TDI

110PS, 2.0-litre TDI 150PS and a 2.0 TDI 184PS. The top-of-therange diesel unit is capable of 0-62 mph in 7.8 seconds via its DSG transmission. The exterior remains pretty much un-changed from that of the Golf Estate bar the ride height, the body-protection mouldings around the lower section of the car and the redesigned bumpers. The interior will be familiar to owners of the

current Golf, additionally there are bespoke seat covers with ‘Alltrack’ branding on the rear of the front seats. Other custom trim includes include a chrome trim strip with "4MOTION" lettering on the centre console compartment lid, stainless steel door sill plates with "Alltrack" lettering and chrome accents for various switches and buttons (lights, electric windows, mirrors)

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informatics system running Android 4.0.4 on 7” inch touch sensitive screen – it offers smartphone connectivity, a DAB/ AM/FM radio tuner, internet radio, Bluetooth connectivity, satellite navigation as an option and reversing camera. All MY-2015 Civic

models will now come with Honda's City- Brake Active (CTBA) system as standard. CBTA offers autonomous braking at speeds below 19 mph to prevent or mitigate low speed accidents. Honda has now introduced the Civic Sport Hatchback with

Year Make Model 2011 CITROEN BERLINGO 1.6 DIESEL PANEL VAN 2012 FIAT PANDA 1.2 ACTIVE 5 DOOR 2013 FORD FIESTA 1.25 ZETEC 5 DOOR 2012 FORD C-MAX 1.6 DIESEL ACTIVE 2010 HYUNDAI SANTA FE 2.2 DIESEL 7 SEATER MPV 2011 HYUNDAI IX20 1.6 AUTOMATIC 2012 HYUNDAI i10 1.1 DELUXE 2012 HYUNDAI i30 1.4 DIESEL DELUXE CROSSWAGON 2013 HYUNDAI i30 1.4 DIESEL CLASSIC CROSSWAGON 2013 HYUNDAI i30 1.6 DIESEL DELUXE HATCH 2010 PEUGEOT 308 1.6 DIESEL HATCH 2012 PEUGEOT 207 1.4 HDI 2011 PEUGEOT 207 1.4 DIESEL 5 DOOR 2013 PEUGEOT 208 1.0 ACCESS 5 DOOR 2012 RENAULT FLUENCE 1.5 DIESEL DYNAMIC 2012 RENAULT MEGANE 1.5 DIESEL EXPRESSION 5 DOOR 2012 RENAULT MEGANE 1.5 DIESEL DYNAMIC COUPE 2013 RENAULT CLIO 1.2 EXPRESSION 2013 RENAULT MEGANE 1.5 DIESEL EXPRESSION 5 DOOR 2013 SKODA FABIA 1.2 TSI COMBI DSG/AUTO 2013 SKODA OCTAVIA 1.6 DIESEL AMBITION AUTO 2013 SKODA OCTAVIA 1.6 DIESEL AMBITION 2013 SKODA OCTAVIA 1.2 TSI ACTIVE PETROL 2013 SKODA OCTAVIA 1.6 DIESEL AMBITION (NEW) 2013 SKODA “RAPID 1.6 DIESEL 105HP 2011 TOYOTA YARIS 1.0i SPORT 2012 TOYOTA AURIS 1.4 DIESEL VAN 2012 TOYOTA AVENSIS 2.0 DIESEL TOURING 2013 TOYOTA AVENSIS 2.0 DIESEL SALOON 2005 MERCEDES SLK 200 AUTO CABRIOLET 2007 MITSUBISHI COLT 1.1 3 DOOR CZ3 2011 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY MAXI 1.6 DIESEL 7 SEATER MPV 2012 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY 1.6 DIESEL PANEL VAN 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 1.6 DIESEL TL 5 DOOR 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 1.6 DIESEL TL 5 DOOR 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1.6 DIESEL TL 2013 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 1.2 TSI AUTO 2012 VOLVO V50 1.6 DIESEL SE ESTATE 2012 VOLVO V60 1.6 DIESEL SE

Colour WHITE BLUE BROWN SILVER SILVER GREY BLACK GREY RED SILVER GREY BLUE BLACK GREY SILVER GOLD BLACK RED BLACK SILVER BLACK GREY BEIGE SILVER BLACK BLUE WHITE GREY RED SILVER BLACK GREY WHITE WHITE WHITE GREY GREY SILVER BLACK

the option of either the 1.6-litre 120PS diesel engine or 1.8-litre 142PS petrol unit. The new Civic Sport pays homage to the forthcoming Type-R with its bespoke 17” alloy wheels, a front bumper design with lower mesh grille and black headlining.

Retail Price €6,950.00 €6,950.00 €13,450.00 €16,950.00 €16,950.00 €9,950.00 €17,950.00 €16,950.00 €18,450.00 €17,950.00 €10,750.00 €11,950.00 €10,950.00 €12,450.00 €14,950.00 €13,950.00 €14,950.00 €12,950.00 €15,950.00 €12,950.00 €19,950.00 €18,950.00 €15,950.00 €21,000.00 €16,950.00 €9,950.00 €14,950.00 €18,950.00 €22,450.00 €9,450.00 €5,450.00 €19,950.00 €12,950.00 €16,500.00 €15,950.00 €19,950.00 €20,950.00 €19,950.00 €24,950.00

€Weekly €34.10 €28.87 €55.86 €70.40 €83.17 €48.83 €74.55 €70.40 €76.63 €74.55 €52.75 €49.63 €53.73 €51.71 €62.09 €57.94 €62.09 €53.79 €66.25 €53.79 €82.86 €78.71 €66.25 €87.22 €70.40 €41.33 €62.09 €78.71 €93.25 n/a n/a €97.90 €53.79 €50.77 €66.25 €82.86 €87.02 €82.86 €103.63

Trade In’s are very welcome & Competitive Same Day Finance Available

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