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Son’s tribute to 1916 Rising hero

By Paul Byrne

A BLACKROCK man has proved once again that you are never too old to learn after discovering recently that his father played a vital role in the 1916 Rising.

Five years ago 85-year-old Kevin Kavanagh received a laptop as a birthday present and decided to go online and find out a bit more about his Dad using the online census.

Thanks to the power of the internet and after hours of digging for more information, Kevin was able to discover that his father Seamus played a major role in the 1916 rising leading the newly formed ‘H’ company which included a young Kevin Barry.

As a result of the new information, Kevin has decided to tell his father’s amazing story and put his medals on display in the County Museum.

Kevin Michael Kavanagh was born in Dublin (named after Kevin Barry and Michael Collins) but has resided in Blackrock for over 40 years.

After he got the laptop he decided to try and find out a bit more about his father’s past.

“We had always known our father was in the army but he rarely spoke about it nor did we know the depth to which he was involved. It was only when we contacted the army barracks for records that all this information came to light.“ We did know he was in the army. There were a number of items in the house which indicated that. But it was only when I started digging that I began to piece everything together” explainedKevin.

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Cyclists follow path of legends

By Paul Byrne A GROUP of Dundalk cyclists have returned home after taking part in one of the world’s top sporting events, the Tour de France.

100 years ago Henri Desgrange’s newspaper was in trouble and he decided to commence and promote a cycle race calling it the Tour de France. Since then cyclists of all abilities have derived inspiration from the feats of the cycling gladiators and flocked to the most grueling mountain stages to cheer on their heroes.

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Women’s Aid fear over funding cuts

By Niamh Kirk

THE Women’s Aid shelter in Dundalk faces the very real prospect of shutting it’s doors by the end of the year if the latest round of HSE cuts are implemented.

According to a Women’s Aid spokesperson the latest proposed cuts would be a step too far Cuchullainn cyclists Breda Dawe, Debbie Lundy, Sandra O’Hagan at the top of the for the shelter to cope Glibber during their recent trip to France. See page 4 with.

Last week the HSE confirmed that for the fifth year running Rape Crisis North East; Dundalk Women’s Aid and Drogheda Women’s Refuge and Children’s Centre will all have their core funding cut.

During 2012, Women’s Aid in Dundalk reported that it could not

accommodate 225 requests for accommodation and have been unable to accommodate 160 requests this year.

According to the Women’s Aid spokesperson, services and support for women experiencing abuse in the home is at an all time low.

“We fully understand that we are in a recession and that cuts are inevitable for organisations all across the board but we are at the stage now where these latest round of cuts will close our refuge. there are no two ways about it we will not see the end of the year if the HSE go ahead with them.

“We have always managed to work around

the cuts in previous years and we have been very creative and innovative in raising money and awareness to help the shelter survive.

“However there is a funding stream called Section 10 funding and if this is cut it will undoubtedly finish us off.

“We are asking for the HSE to reconsider these cuts and we all have to realise that domestic violence is a significant problem that will not go away and is a cause of a great amount of hurt and hardship.

“We are delighted with the support we have got from our local representatives and we hope that the HSE and government will listen to us”, she added.

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North Louth has been described as the ‘common dumping ground’ for diesel launderers following a spate of containers holding the bi-product from the washing process found across the county in recent weeks.

There have been almost 120,000 litres of the toxic bi-product of the diesel laundering process dumped in North County Louth since the start of June. Despite collaborative efforts to tackle the problem from both sides of the border, there are almost as many incidents of dumping at the start of July 2013, as in all of 2012.

There were a total of 55 dumps found in 2012, however there have been 50 incidents so far this year, and more would be expected.

Since June there have been 119 IBCs found, each holding 1000 litres of sludge, as well as three 210 litre barrels. Although the exact figure is impossible to know, it is estimated that it would have taken about 15 million litres of washed diesel to produce that volume of bi product. The fuel which sold as legitimate is extremely corrosive to car engines and causes thousands of pound worth of damage.

In some incidents of dumping, gangs are returning to the same area where they have previously succeeded in off-loading containers of the toxic

bi-product and dumping again. There were four incidents of dumping at the Carrickarnon area since the beginning of the year.

And this month criminal gangs returned to Balriggan, Kilcurry five times to dump material. On occasion, the material which can be extremely harmful, leaks from the IBCs into the surrounding area.

New measures introduced in May 2012 followed by a new licensing system for fuel traders introduced in January are beginning to reveal gaps through which agricultural diesel is disappearing. This is allowing the Revenue Commissioners to conduct more focused investigations and they are hopeful for positive results.

However there is a large degree of complacency in the area that facilitates criminal activities like this according to the Revenue. There is a support network too that allows the gangs to operate with ease and the area is well known by the gangs and their affiliates, but physically difficult to police.

Although the funds for cleaning up after these dumps are recovered by Louth County Council, it puts pressure on council finances. The funds are recovered through the Department of the Environment; it is the taxpayer who ultimately pays for the clean-up.

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Top tips for Melodie making waves in surfing world keeping cool

By Niamh Kirk

Good Morning Louth, the free telephone service for older people are well placed to pass on some tips and advice from the HSE and Department of Health (DOH), on how to keep safe while enjoying this hot spell.

While the heat can affect anyone, older people are most at risk of serious harm.

Top tips include: Keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm. If you have to go out in the heat, walk in the shade.

Wear sun cream with UVA protection factor 20, 30, 40, or 50 depending on your skin type, and also, wear sunglasses In order to cool yourself down, Drink plenty of cold drinks, and avoid excess alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks. Eat cold foods, particularly salads and fruit with a high water content. Sprinkle water over the skin or clothing, or keep a damp cloth on the back of your neck.

Other tips inlcude making sure you keep your living space cool.

This is especially important for the elderly or those with chronic health conditions or those who can’t look after themselves.

Close curtains that receive morning or afternoon sun. Keep plants and bowls of water in the house as evaporation helps cool the air.

While many rushed to the beach to soak up some rays and grab a rare opportunity to enjoy the Irish seaside in the sun, 17-year-old Melodie Bohny Traynor is well used to this weather, and would welcome some rougher seas. Melodie, who was visiting family in Blackrock last week, lives in Fuerteventura with her mother, Caroline Traynor, and has been making big waves in the surfing world.

It all began when Melodie took a free surf course when she was 13 and since then she has been impressing on the beaches of the Canary Islands and in competitions around Europe.

“The very first day was really, good, the instructors were happy

Melodie Bohny Traynor is making a name for herself in the surfing world

with me. Later on my dad asked her to clean his car, and when I went out, there was a surf board rack on top. I was delighted”, she explained.

Since then she has been hitting the beaches to train by herself.

“You have to wait for the waves and the swell, but every time there are

waves I go into the water,” she said.

Melodie is not shy of hard work, and as well as her burgeoning surf career, she has just completed her finals and is starting a degree in Engineering Industrial Design in Grand Canaria.

Melodie comes from a family of active peo-

ple and with four older brothers all of whom are involved in water sports in some capacity, and her mother acting as her manager there is no lack of support and encouragement for her.

She has been succeeding in competitions around the Canary Island Circuit and, as her father

is German, she has competed at an international level for their National Junior Team in both the Euro Junior Championships in France and the World championships in Panama where she made it to the semi finals.

She comes to visit family in Blackrock every Christmas and even takes to the ice cold Irish waters in order to get some practice in.

Melodie has quickly learned about the level of athleticism needed for the sport.

“You don’t learn it in one day, it is a long process. The first year there is a lot of falling. You need strength, flexibility and concentration.

These are the qualities you need to work on to be able to perform in the water.

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“The Snowman” Jeff Monson will be at The Dundalk Fight Academy in the Strong Room on Thursday August 8 for a threehour seminar.

Jeff is an American mixed martial artist from Olympia, Washington. He is a two-time winner of the ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship, and a No Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Champion.

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Stole perfume to get back to Dublin A woman who was on temporary release from prison, stole perfume from a local chemist in order to raise money to fund her return to Dublin.

Leanne Downey of

59 Grange Drive, Muirhevnamor, Dundalk, pleaded guilty to theft of perfume valued at €60 at Marshes Shopping Centre on June 27 this year. She was sentenced to three

months in prison which was suspended for six months.

The court heard that the defendant, who has 25 previous convictions, is currently serving a sen-

tence with the earliest release date being October 24 this year.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, explained that the incident had happened at a time when Ms Downey

was making progress in her battle with addiction.

“She had been doing well while in prison as she was free of drugs.

“She was let out for a reconciliation with her

family and stole to get back to Dublin.

Judge William Hamill, who heard that the property was recovered, imposed the three month suspended sentence.

Cyclists follow the path of Tour de France legends

From page 1 With this in mind 18 Cuchulainn cyclists (14 men and boys and four women) headed off to the Tour de France on July 12 to experience the spectacle, cheer current Irish heroes Dan Martin and Nicolas Roche and face their own gruelling challenge by riding the same mountains made famous by the tour. All had trained diligently for the event.

Participation in the Tour of Louth, The Wicklow 200 and the Ring of Kerry featured in some training programmes but mostly it was hours in the saddle in the long summer evenings. However, nothing in the Cooley Mountains can prepare you for The Alps.

The 10 day trip was organised by club member Dominic O’Brannigan inviting others to be inspired by the professionals in this centenary event of the Tour. The group

ranged in age from 16 to 60, people who cycled all their lives and people who were new to the club and had only bought bikes within the last 18 months.

The centrepiece of the trip was to be joining other Irish supporters on the famous Alp d’Huez stage to cheer Dan and Nicolas. Up to 1000 Irish cycling enthusiasts congregated at corner 10 to create what has been dubbed ‘Irish Corner’ mimicking the famous ‘Dutch Corner’ which has been a staple of the tour for years.

Shay Weston from Cu Chulainn Cycling Club described the trip as an ‘experience of a lifetime’ and one which the group would never forget.

“On our first tester cycle Dominic broke the team in gently by bringing them on a 50k spin covering 30k of minor climbing”, he explained.

“Different abilities were apparent and the

The Cuchulainn Tour de France Cycling team: Cyclists - Dominic O’Brainnagainn, Aimhirghin O’Brannagain (16), Ciaraher O’Brannagain (15) , Breda Dawe, Annette Dawe, Debbie Lundy, Sandra O’Hagan, Martin, Gray, Cronan O’Shaughnessy, Brendan O’Shaughnessy, Aidan Delaney, Anthony Craven, Philip, Kerley, Gary Morton, Aidan Cunningham, Ray Fedigan. Support - Kevin Dolan, Teresa Dolan

group split into natural climbers, strong climbers and those who would fight the hills all day.

“No matter what group you were in you needed support to overcome your personal

challenges.

“There were no professionals here to motivate, the words of encouragement came from your Cuchulainn team mates, watching others overcome their

declared fears developed the group and individual determination”, continued Shay.

After a number of days getting acclimatised, the group faced the main challenge with

the climb to the top of AlP d’Huez “The day before the tour’s Alp D’huez stage we decided to do the climb to experience its intensity and save our energies for cheering

and shouting on the following day. The day was made extra special by the addition of Karl Dolan (Club Secretary) and Michelle Dolan, who were holidaying in France, joining the group for the climb”, added Shay.

“We set off in our different ability groups letting those fighting the hill most, go first. We planned to meet at the top for the compulsory team photo.

“Nothing can prepare you for a hill that recognises your weakness and shouts at you that it is ok to stop. Nothing can prepare you for the inner battle to fight that voice and continue on.

“The help comes from your own strength that you did not know you had and the nudges of encouragement from others that you know are fighting the same battles and who have different impediments to overcome.

“Again the great-

est cheer of the day came when Jason Boyle crossed the line.

“Jason Boyle faced the additional challenge of having a weak right arm and right leg forcing him to do all breaking, gear-changes and heavy duty pedaling with his stronger right limbs.

“On the day of the stage we assembled with the other 1.8 million people on the mountain”, added Shay.

The group flew home on Sunday, the day Chris Froome was crowned winner of the Tour, but according to Shay, they were happy to create their own piece of history.

“In Dundalk and in Cuchulainn we do not have to look to Chris Froome for cycling inspiration or for motivation in overcoming adversity. We will look closer to each other for support and take lessons from Jason Boyle about overcoming adversity”, concluded Shay.

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Banned from driving for two years A man who pleaded guilty to a drink driving charge was disqualified from driving for two years at Dundalk District Court.

Martin Hoey of Netown, Knockbridge, was observed by Gardai driving in an erratic manner at Linenhall St/Fair Green Rd on September 30, 2011. After being taken to Dundalk Garda Station, a urine sample showed he was over the limit for driving.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, stated that his 26-year-old client who co-operated fully with Gardai, is “not a drinking man” and that the disqualification would represent a significant blow to him.

Judge William Hamill also imposed a €250 fine.

Dundalk FC launch innovative No plans for water community football project

restrictions in Louth

By Paul Byrne

Last week Dundalk FC launched their innovative ‘Soccer Project’ in a move which is designed to be of immense benefit to both the Muirhevna Mor and Cox’s communities.

The project aims to reach out to young people between 16 to 25 years of age in the Cox’s and Muirhevnamor communities who are out of work.

The project will provide the participants with courses and qualifications where they can go out into the community and use these qualifications to benefit their local areas.

Some of the courses are Soccer Coaching courses (FAI Kick Start 1&2 and Youth Cert), FAI Referees Course, First Aid, Child Protection, Youth Leadership Training, Mediation Training to name but a few.

The stakeholders are Dundalk FC, FAI, Cox’s Demesne Youth &

At the launch of the Dundalk soccer project where (L-R) Peter McGinn Muirhevnamor F.C, Clodagh O’Mahony cycp, Ciaran Bond Dundalk F.C, Stephen Fisher Redeemer F.C, Kevin Mulgrew Muirhevnamor Comunity Council and Aoife McCormack ifi.

Community linking in Redeemer Celtic FC, Muirehevnamor Community Council linking in Muirhevnamor FC and the Community Garda.

The soccer element of the courses will be held in Oriel Park and the FAI along with Dundalk FC and the first team staff and players will get involved to help in all aspects of the coaching.

Stephen Fisher who

is a coach for the Redeemer underage sides predicted that the project would be a huge asset to both the Muirhevnamor and Cox’s Demesne communities.

“This can only yield positive results. For too long we have been hearing negative stories coming out of the Cox’s Demesne and Muirhevnamor areas and it’s great that we

have such a positive story now with the news of this project.” added Stephen.

“Muirhevnamor FC and Redeemer Celtic FC are very important to their communities and they provide a huge service to their respective areas. It’s vital that kids have something to focus their minds on as there are lots of temptations and bad choices to be made that poten-

tially ruin a bright kids future.

“Considering the doom and gloom about at the moment, it’s a great course”, he added.

“There is a lot of interest out there from both communities and it’s great that Dundalk FC recognise the support and close links both areas have had with the club over the years” concluded the Redeemer coach.

There are no water restrictions planned for County Louth after Met Eireann announced last week that the country had entered an absolute drought. Louth County Council confirmed that as yet there are no plans at this time to time to introduce water restrictions but the matter was being kept under review.

The most recent figures showed that ten local authorities were forced to impose night time cuts and restrictions to the supply of drinking water. The demand for water soared with the temperatures as people filled paddling pools and watered gardens, it increased by as much as 33% in some areas.

Water restrictions and hosepipe bans were imposed country wide when the water level in reservoirs falls too low in reservoirs. An area officially enters ‘a drought’ when there has been less than 1.1mm of rain in 15 days.

However, heavy showers and thunderstorms are predicted but it is unlikely that they will be sufficient to refill reservoirs. Although the heat wave has ended, fine weather is predicted to continue for another six weeks.

Louth County Council have advised people to be responsible with their water use, to not leave taps running and to fix any leaks as quickly as possible. They are also warning against swimming in reservoirs.

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Son’s tribute to 1916 hero From page 1

“I believe I was named after Kevin Barry and Michael Collins, but now I know so much more, including how my father, Capt Seamus Kavanagh, was arrested after the surrender at the College of Surgeons. He was sent to jail in Wales while others were sent to Kilmainham Gaol, where most were executed.”

Kevin was amazed to find that his father was just 14 and working in a Camden St shop when Countess Markiewicz came in and recruited him into the Irish National Boy Scouts movement.

Among those at the first meeting he attended of that movement, which would later become Na Fianna Éireann.

While in Na Fianna Seamus became friendly with Peadar Kearney.

Seamus and Peader were route marshalls around Pine Forest in the Wicklow mountains singing a song Peadar had written. That song would later become known as ‘The Soldiers Song’.

Brian Walsh of Louth County Museum with Kevin Kavanagh

Seamus rose through the ranks eventually becoming Captain of the H Company, 1st Battalion, which included in its ranks Kevin Barry.

With the centenary of the 1916 rising fast approaching Kevin decided a few years ago that he would donate all his fathers memorabillia to the Louth County museum where a major exhibition will be launched to commemorate the anniversary.

“I was looking through

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my father’s medals.

They were just sitting in drawers and as I’m 85 I decided to hand them over to the local museum.

Myself my brother Frank and my sister Carmel who lives in America thought it would be nice for the museum to have the medals. There were five of us children in my family with Nuala and Maeve having passed on.

We wanted the medals to be displayed in Dundalk’s museum, so I contacted Brian Walsh

and now they are to be the starting point for this huge 1916 exhibition, which is excellent.” added Kevin.

Museum Curator Brian Walsh said he was amazed

by Kevin’s father’s life story: “Here is someone who has played a central role in the 1916 rising.

He is standing alongside Countess Markievicz, he sang The Soldier’s Song years before it became Amhrán na bhFiannThe National Anthem.” explained Brian.

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Over to you QUESTION: Do you think the government should scrap 1c and 2c coins?

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Michelle Toner

I’m in two minds about this I think. As a consumer and pedant I’d like to see them stay but I also work in retail and it would make life a lot easier for me if they were scrapped.

I’d also get rid of them. They fill up your purse in no time. It would be handy if you could get rid of them at the Toll Bridge when travelling but you can’t even use them there.

Aloyse Harles I suppose it depends really if the retailers decided to round their prices up or down once they scrapped the smaller coins. I’m guessing that they would probably round the prices up giving the way the economy has been going.

Declan Grimes

Therese Farrell

I’d definitely agree with this.

Lets be honest they’re nothing but a nuisance. You pull out change to buy something and all you have is a pocket full of rubbish 1c and 2c coins.

Yes, get rid of them I reckon.

I hate the way that you can’t even use them in the pay parking machines. I don’t see the point of carrying a load of change around in your purse when you can’t use them everywhere.

Battle to become Blackrock Queen commences

The Blackrock Seaside Festival 2013 was officially launched on Thursday July 18 in The Stone House.

The festival queen entrants for 2013 were in attendance as they prepare for the Festival Queen competition which will take place on Friday August 9 in the Fairways Hotel at 7.30pm.

The festival programme is packed full of activities for all the family. There will be music all weekend provided by many local bands, lots of activities for kids including sand castle building competition and a kids sports day on Sunday August 18 on the beach.

Tickets are available from Café Acqua or The Home Bakery Blackrock.

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Displayed imitation insurance disc on car A man who was driving without insurance and displayed an imitation disc was disqualified from driving for four years after pleading guilty to the offences at Dundalk District Court.

The court heard that Athanas Chiduza of 88 College Manor, Hoey’s Lane, Dundalk, had two previous convictions for driving without insurance but Judge William

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Hamill gave him the opportunity to avoid a prison sentence by ordering a Community Service Report.

The defendant was stopped by Gardai on the Inner Relief Road on November 8, 2012, and as a result was charged with exhibiting an imitation disc, having no insurance, altering/defacing a disc and failing to produce insurance.

Judge Hamill stated on previous occasions terrent and in adjourn- ber 11 he recommended Service in lieu of three Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, agreed with the that fining the defendant hadn’t worked as a de- ing the case to Septem- 100 hours Community months in prison. judge’s summation that the defendant was trying to convey to the untrained eye that he had insurance.

He stated that his 49-year-old client is a father of two who is a selfemployed mechanic. After being disqualified on two previous occasions he found it difficult to get insurance.

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Briege Murtagh of Railway Terrace and Bernadette Quigley from Faughart receiving cheques for €2500 from John Fee of Dundalk Credit Union. Briege received the prize on behalf of her husband Harry who was the winner in the Cash Draw.

Double the fun with a unique 5k run

Local runners, joggers and walkers have the chance to put the ‘Fun’ back into fun running with a new take on the popular road running craze.

The ‘Double the Fun 5K Run’ on Saturday September 7 around Lordship Village is encouraging participants to run in pairs – starting and finishing together.

Any combination is welcome, such as husband/wife, boyfriend/ girlfriend, brother/sister, parent/child, friends – basically whatever you decide.

This provides a great opportunity for experienced runners to help guide a novice through a 5k run, perhaps for the first time, but those who wish to run as individuals are welcome to do so.

The event is being

organised by St Patricks GFC and Ravensdale Sports Field committee to raise funds for juvenile sport in the area.

It will take place on Saturday September 7 commencing at Noon from St Patricks GFC complex in Lordship.

It will follow the same route as the recent Green Run in the village.

Entry is €20 for two participants, or €15 for an individual. If you register as pair, you must stay as pair.

Chairman of St Patrick’s GFC, Alan Duffy, explained that the event is being organised as part of a family fun day for the club.

“There is a huge amount of interest in running at the moment but we wanted to do something a little bit different and ensure there was a large fun element

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to the event we are organising.

“There are plenty of races where people can run against the clock, but we wanted to attract people who might be running for the first time, or would like to run with somebody.

It is also an opportunity for a more experienced runner to help a novice through a 5km run by helping them with pace and offering encouragement and support throughout”, stated Alan.

“After the run we are going to have our fun day for juvenile members as a reward for the effort they have put in over the summer months”, added the chairman.

Details of registration will be announced closer to the date. For information contact 086 772 6324.

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Weekly Quiz

1. Soccer What nationality is Barcelona striker Lionel Messi?

2. Movies What is the name of the family at the centre of The Godfather Trilogy?

3. Geography Which European capital is built on the River Spree?

4. History Cahirciveen, Co Kerry, was the birthplace of what great 19th Century Irish political figure?

5. Literature Who created the onearmed detective, Sid Halley?

6. Local In what year was the first horserace run at the allweather track at Dundalk Stadium?

7. Sport Which member of rugby’s 2013 Lions side is nicknamed ‘The Tank from Tullow’?

8. Television The former member of comedy troupe ‘The

Goodies’, Bill Oddie, is now one of television’s most respected experts on what outdoor hobby?

9. Food and Drink Lynchburg, Tennessee, is the home of that famous distillery?

10. Business The name of what everyday decorating product takes its name because it was produced to be durable and luxurious?

The Stinker How did somebody with the middle name Keith, change his middle name to Hercules and become an international superstar?

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Roadmarking covered by snow A man who was unable to see road markings because of snow on the ground drove the wrong way on a oneway street in the early hours of the morning.

As a result, Johnbull James Ayeye, of 54 Clann Chulainn Park, Dundalk, appeared at Dundalk District Court where he succeeded in having a charge of driving without reasonable consideration dismissed.

The defendant argued successfully that with the road markings covered by

Podracer reach band final

Dundalk punk rock trio Podracer have named it into the final of the lucrative Newry Rocks battle of the bands competition. Over the past few weeks Podracer have seen off the other competition are in the final four.

It is the last event in the battle to win three days recording at Narrow Water Recording Studio in where Tom Newman (the creative force behind Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells) will personally produce a four track EP. The final takes place in the Melting Pot on July 26.

snow and no sign on a pole, there was no way for him to know he was making an illegal manoeuvre.

The incident occurred at 1am on New Year’s Day this year and Mr Ayeye explained that he was nearly at the end of the street when he realised his error.

“I turned on to Ramparts Lane as there was no sign not to do so. I was nearly at the end of the road when a lady driver turned in and started giving out to me. I thought I had done nothing wrong but I realised I was mistaken when she

started shouting ‘wrong way, wrong way’,” he explained.

“I apologised and drove on before the Gardai stopped me and I explained that there was no sign on the pole. I went back the next day to check the road and noticed that there was no road sign on the pole and that the road marking ‘no entry’ had been covered Judge William Hamill ruled that on that basis he would dismiss the case but reminded the defendant that he now knows it is a one-way street.

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in Brief Leinster rugby team to visit

As part of their pre season training session, The Leinster Rugby Team have announced that they will be in an open training session in Dundalk Rugby Club on Thursday August 22.

Ireland internationals Robert and David Kearney form Cooley, will be back on the pitch where they threw their first passes in the sport.

Following the training which people can go along and see for free, there will be opportunities to meet the Leinster players.

The team will face the Northampton Saints a week later as the kick off to the 2013/14 campaign begins.

The training session begins at 11am at Dundalk Rugby Club, it is free to enter and there will be a chance to meet the team after training.

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Nestling intergenerational nutrition project with St. Brigid’s school children

Dundalk’s highly successful Nestling Project which caters for the needs of older citizens is currently seeking volunteers to provide company for members of the community.

Nestling volunteers visit older people in their homes in Dundalk,

Omeath and Carlingford for one hour a week.

These older people have very interesting stories to relate on history, culture, industry, economics, family, work and life in general over the ages in Ireland.

Many have travelled broadly and describe

their experiences through a bygone lens.

Some were instrumental in the formation of many of the voluntary and statutory organisations which are household names today.

However, family dynamics have changed over time and some old-

er people find it sad that nobody has the time to listen to their story.

Some find the day long and would love a visitor to call for a chat.

If you have an hour to spare most weeks please contact Ann Marron at 042 9370360 or Pat Kerins at 9370361.

Library photographic competition DUNDALK Library is currently hosting an exhibition on ‘40 Years of Ireland in the EU’. This informative exhibition will run until July 30 during library opening hours.

The Europe Direct Information Centre at Dundalk Library is currently inviting entries for their

summer photography competition. Photos should reflect the theme ‘Working & Travelling in the EU’.

The competition is open to anyone aged 18 and over and the closing date is August 20. One photo may be submitted per entrant, in either back and white or

colour.

Submissions can be made in hardcopy or by email to Dundalk Branch Library. All entries will be displayed in library and prizes awarded.

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Locals to take part in Ledwidge celebrations Local literary enthusiasts will be among the crowds travelling to Slane on Sunday July 28 where the writings and poetry of World War I poet Francis Ledwidge will be celebrated at the annual “Ledwidge Day”.

This year’s special guest is John F. Deane founder of Poetry Ireland – the National Poetry Society- and the Poetry Ireland Review. He is a member of Aosdána and has won many awards for poetry and literature.

He was Distinguished Visiting Professor in Suffolk University, Boston, USA and has had his poems translated into several languages. John’s story telling and readings are captivating; he will read from his new book of poems ‘Snow Falling on Chestnut Hill’ To complement John’s talk the Dublin Shakespeare Society, Ireland’s oldest non-professional theatre company will present a drama entitled Letters of Love

and Loss. They will tell the story of Ledwidge through poetry, music, and song based on a selection of the poet’s writings.

Some of the poems included in this drama have been set to music by the well known composer Michael Head, including Ships of Arcady and the poignant Ledwidge poem To One Dead.

For further information contact the Francis Ledwidge Museum at 041 9824544 or email info@francisledwidge.com.

Dundalk women find the key to success

Padraig McCreesh of Senator Windows with Pauline McCann

By Paul Byrne

Pauline McCann and Megan O’Connor were the lucky winners of Saturday’s Senator Window’s competition with each lady walking away with a brand new composite door worth €2000.

The competition was run to coincide with Senator Windows relaunch of their showrooms in Castletown on the Ard Easmuinn Rd. Padraig McCreesh, assistant manager in Senator Windows, was delighted with how the relaunch went and con-

Megan O’Connor one of the winners

gratulated Pauline and Megan on their success in the competition.

“There was a great buzz about the place all morning as people came down to try and win the doors. We are re-launching our new showrooms so we thought we’d give away a couple of com-

posite doors to thank people for their loyal custom over the years.” explained Padraig.

Pauline and Megan both picked out the ‘Lucky Key’ to win their prizes and afterwards both declared themselves delighted with their prizes.

Ellie May Gorman, Hollie Casey and Ben Gorman. Fatima Residents and Tennants Association fun night on June 29

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Paul Finn performing on Sunday

Kelly Fearon and Barry Keating

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Dundalk Youth Theatre enjoy workshop

Dla osób, które sierpień spędzają na zielonej wyspie, gorąco polecamy Festiwal Wikingów, który odbędzie się między 9tym, a 11tym sierpnia w pobliskim Annagassan.

Organizatorzy na swojej stronie internetowej http:// www.annagassanvikingfestival.ie piszą: „Nasz festiwal celebruje przeszłość i związane z tym tradycje Celtów i Wikingów w Annagassan. Cofamy się w czasie, założyliśmy wioskę Wikingów przypominającą realną wioskę z czasów życia Wikingów tu na Wyspie. Jest to pełen wrażeń rodzinny weekend z mnóstwem atrakcji dla dzieci i dorosłych.

O zmierzchu w piątek , 9 sierpnia, Wikingowie pomaszerują przez wieś z płonącymi pochodniami w rytm dźwięku bębna wygrywającego marsz. Parada rusza ze Slan do przystani/portu, gdzie Wikingowie wystrzelą salwę płonących strzał, dokonując uroczystego spalenia łodzi Wikingów. Dzieci w każdym wieku są zaproszeni do udziału w paradzie. Organizujemy konkurs na najlepszy strój dziecięcy, oceniany przez naszego duńskiego Wikinga. Mamy też nagrody za najlepsze kostiumy. Na to spektakularne wydarzenie wstęp jest bezpłatny.”

Szykuje sie zatem mnóstwo atrakcji, poza tym Annagassan jest usytuowane nad malowniczą zatoczką, nad Morzem Irlandzkim i warto choć na chwilę tam zagościć.

W poprzednich latach można było także zakupić ręcznie robioną biżuterie, miód pitny oraz podziwiać inscenizację walk Wikingów czy wystawę najwi ększych psów na Wyspie, z reguły Wilczarzy Irlandzkich i Dogów Niemieckich, które imponują swoją wysokością i łagodnym, wręcz nieśmiałym usposobieniem.

Simul Polonia pomaga także w zorganizowaniu Warsztatów Teatralnych dla Młodzieży w wieku 12 – 18 lat, Warsztaty odbędą się pomiędzy 28 sierpnia a 1 września i są bezpłatne. Młodzież w wieku 12 – 18 lat zainteresowaną przeżyciem teatralnej przygody proszę o pilny kontakt telefoiczny: 0857286736 lub drogą email: simulpolonia@gmail.com w temacie listu prosze wpisać WARSZTATY TEATRALNE. Gorąco zapraszamy, młodzież z klubu młodych Pajęczyna bardzo polubiła zajęcia z Edwiną i same warsztaty, które mimo swej profesjonalności były poprowadzone w przesympatycznej atmosferze, z dużą dozą dystansu i luzu, jak uważa sama młodzież.

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The members of Dundalk Youth Theatre were delighted on Sunday and Monday last to receive a two-day workshop from the esteemed Trestle Theatre Company.

The group learned the basics of the process involved in working with masks in theatre from facilitator Audrie Woodhouse, who travelled from the UK for the workshop.

The workshop ended with the group performing their pieces as street theatre and Dundalk Youth Theatre are now hoping to do further work with mask theatre. Dundalk Youth Theatre meet for drama practice on Saturday afternoons in the Old Black Box Theatre.

Dundalk Youth Theatre is facilitated by Edwina Albrecht and Pat McKenna, and further information can be had by calling 0872949637.

Front row; L. to R. Sean Loughn an, Liam Fergus, Dearbhla Reil ly, Pierce McNee, Ryan Sheerin, Jim Donnelly. Back row L. to R. Ailish Brassil, EllyMae Tremewan, Eimear Clarke, Gráinne Loughran, Laur a Rahill, Naoise Murphy.

Water Safety Authority’s plea to public Sunny weather sends people in their droves to seaside, lakes and rivers with the promise of cold water in which to cool down. While the blistering sun has abated, fine weather is set to continue and tempt swimmers to the sea.

However bathers are being advised to stay safe and try to stick to areas where a lifeguard is on duty following a spate of recent drowning across Ireland.

Irish Water Safety Authority advised that if there is no lifeguard waterway nearby then swim at a recognised, traditional bathing area and check the safety issues with people who know the area first.

Don’t just go to anywhere beside water, choose your bathing location with a bit of care.

While the majority of drowning incidents occur on inland waterways, coastal areas are still high risk. In 2011 there were three drowning incidents in Co Louth, while there were none the previous year, and one in 2009.

Roger Sweeney from The Water Safety Authority (WSA) outlined some of the dangers that can lead to incidents.

“Drowning is a silent killer. Your hands are treading water and you are low to the water, your lungs are trying to get breath first. It is extremely hard to shout or wave in these circumstances,” he explains and he added that supervision and awareness is key in this regard.

The best way to avoid getting into difficulties is to always stay within your depth.

This, he says can be difficult; people can underestimate the hazards in an area and overestimate their own ability in the open waters, even seasoned swimmers.

“People may have been swimming in local pools over the winter, but it is a different set of conditions in the sea and your muscles can tire quicker.”

“The onset of cramp, combined with the panicked realisation that you are out of your depth can have tragic consequences and be compounded further by the muscle cooling effect of longer periods in open water.”

“Alcohol too can be a serious hazard; the temptation to dive in after a few drinks can increase as bravado goes up with intoxication. But swimmers are at a huge disadvantage with alcohol in their system and the under

and over estimations can become more extreme”, continued Roger.

It is also advised that people take care getting in and out of the water.

“Don’t just dive in feet first into unknown waters, there have been some truly horrifying stories down the years. Instead make sure where you enter and exit the water is safe and shallow enough.”

There are three beaches in County Louth that are patrolled by the Water safety Authority, Templetown, Port, and Clogherhead. However the safety features if various coastal areas are detailed online.

Ringbuoys.ie is a website dedicated to identifying where the life saving ring bouys are, but also highlights if they are missing from an area and alerting the local authorities also.

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During the winter the bar is known for its cosy fires but during the Summer months you can sit in our beautiful beergarden, enjoy a cold craft beer from our vast selection and bask in the sun.

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It’s the perfect in bloom suntrap and shade from the sea breeze. Just a few miles outside town serviced by a daily bus route. With a range of craft beers, live music every Saturday night, sports bar, function room, friendly staff and beer garden you’d be remiss not to give it a go this summer.

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Seatown U-16 reach final of Gothia Cup

By Paul Byrne

SEATOWN FC’s magnificent run to the final of the under 16 B section of the Gothia Cup came to an end last week when they were narrowly beaten 2-1 by SKILJEBO SK from Stockholm.

The Gothia Cup is a prestigious FIFA affiliated tournament which is open to all national associations.

Over 1600 teams participate in various underage sections with representatives from over 70 countries taking part.

Brian McGuinness who managed the side along with Niall McGuinness and John McKenny was obviously thrilled with the boys success.

“We are really proud

of the lads and the efforts they put in to make the final” said a delighted John.

“All games at the tournament were 25 minutes each way but they were played in really hot conditions which made it very difficult for the players.

We played eight games to reach the final, playing teams from Norway, Sweden, England, Brazil and France but the ninth game proved to be one too many in a week that will never be forgotten by the lads”, he added.

In an amazing sequence of games after the original first three group games Seatown beat five teams after penalties, ‘keeper Fergal Sheekey was the hero saving an amazing 10 penalties and he saved

one during normal time in the first of the group games.

The actual Seatown team that travelled to Sweden are all players from different clubs in the Dundalk Schoolboys League and only got together after just four weeks ago after a request was made through FACEBOOK advertising for players interested in travelling to the tournament, the first 16 players that answered the call were the lucky ones who made up the squad.

The team who travelled to Gothia were: Aaron Boyle, Adam Shields, Alan Dunne, Ciaran McKeown, Connor Kirk, Cormac McCartney, Daniel Rice, Fergal Sheekey, Jordan Mackin, John Byrne, Josh Curtis

Larkin, Luke McArdle, Sean Mathews, Sean McGeough, Stephen Sharkey and Ryan Washington. Managers Brian McGuinness, John McKenny and Niall McGuinness.

The opening Ceremony at the Gothia Cup is held at the Nya Ullevi Stadium in Gothenburg before a crowd of 55,000 people.

The ceremony is a two hour long show of music,show,dancing and fireworks and the presentation of the participating 74 nations is the standing feature of the show.

Seatown represented Ireland at the ceremony and Ciaran McKeown had the honour of carrying the Irish flag and leading the team into the stadium.

The Seatown squad with their medals after the final

Praise for Special Olympics LABOUR Senator Mary Moran has brought forward a Private Members’ Motion which pays tribute to the impressive work and achievements of Special Olympics Ireland athletes, their families, volunteers, and all of those involved with the organisation.

“As Seanad Spokesperson for Disability and as a mother of a child who avails of the Special Olympics programme, I believe this service deserves

to be recognised for the tremendous work they do in enhancing the lives of Special Olympics athletes and their families.

This programme has taken a substantial financial burden off of the shoulders of the State and in return they receive very little supports for the farreaching service they provide.

“This motion not only recognises the success of the programme and the good work it does, but that there is a real

and immediate need for those of us in the Seanad and the Dáil to urge ministers to consider that Budget 2014 gives back to Special Olympics. This organisation can no longer rely on the level of donations they received in the past and we, as legislators, must find the resources to fill this gap. I am pleased that my colleague, Minister of State Kathleen Lynch will also be taking the motion in the Seanad, which is appropriate given the sterling work

she has carried out in this area to date”, stated Senator Moran.

“Almost every Government department has a responsibility towards disability whether they recognise it or not.

“Each minister should recognise the role that Special Olympics Ireland has in their department.

This Government is prioritising the principles of inclusion and mainstreaming those with a disability”, she added.

p S J n G T L p I s e Stephen O’Farrell, Shane Clarke, Stephen Ludlow and Jonathan Cosgrove at the Market Bar on Sunday night

Annagassan and District Historical Society Annagassan and District Historical Society will hold their first walk of 2013 on Sunday July 28 at 2.30pm.

The walk, which covers about 2.8 miles, visits the Lurganboy, Cruisetown and Parsonstown area will set off from Lurganboy heading south on the Coast Road towards Clogherhead.

Among the items discussed will be the Sunshine Home, the 1950s flooding that led to the collapse of the Skininorn Bridge and P.F. Collier who was involved in the Boer War. The group will then proceed along an

old trackway that leads to Cruisetown farm. There has been a corn mill at Cruisetown for over 300 years, which was formally referred to as ‘The Great Mill of Clogher’. The tour will discuss Packie Hoey was from this area and the story of his death during the Easter Rising 1916.

The walk then proceeds to Parsonstown House to view its fine standing stone before wailing to the nearby medieval church of St. Mary’s, Parsonstown. This is one of the best-preserved medieval churches in Co Louth and was gifted by

Osbert Butterly to the Welsh Priory of Llanthony in the 13th Century.

The organisers will have cars in position to take participants back to their own cars when the walk ends. Please assemble in Lurganboy Farmyard (Joseph O’Reilly’s), 250 metres west of Port Beach car park. This walk is not suitable for buggies or pushchairs. Wear walking boots or strong footwear, as the tour will be walking through fields and laneways. Refreshments will be provided during the walk, which costs €5 (children are free).

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Bagatelle come home as part of Irish world tour

The legendary Bagatelle will play an exclusive Co Louth Summer Date on Saturday July 27 as part of the “Sumner Festival Weekend“ at the Grove House, Dunleer.

This will be their only Co Louth summer date and is part of their 35th anniversary Irish World tour which will see them play to Irish audiences worldwide.

Bagatelle made a little bit of history recently when their Iconic song “Summer In Dublin” went back into the official Irish and iTunes charts after 33 years. This was as a result of a fun item on the Will Leahy Drivetime show on 2FM, where they “officially launched” Ireland’s summer 2013 and used Ireland’s iconic song “Summer

in Dublin for the launch song.

The concert in the Grove House will see doors open at 9pm sharp – pay at door on night. Support & DJ on night .

Sunday night, July 29, is Country Music Special which will see a return visit of Country star, Mick Flavin, one of the best known names on the irish country music scene.

Tribute to Louis Armstrong Friday 26th July Live Music with

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Fans of Louis Armstrong are in for a treat with a special concert entitled “Salute to Satch” in the TLT on September 21.

If anyone is qualified enough to play a tribute to Louis Armstrong, Enrico Tomasso is. He started playing the trumpet at age five after listening to Louis play Basin Street Blue on the gramophone. As a famous jazz clarinettist, his father took him to meet many of the American jazz greats when visiting Europe.

He met many notable musicians such as Benny Goodman, Roy Eldridge, Oscar Peterson, Buddy Rich, Dizzy Gillespie, Booby Hacket, Billy Butterfield, Maynard Ferguson, the Basie and Ellington Bands amongst many. But by far his biggest inspiration was always Louis Armstrong

whom he met and played for, at the age of seven, during Louis’ last visits to England in 1968 and 1969.

This led to an instant bond and friendship which lasted for the remainder of Louis’ life. Louis passed on invaluable advice and encouraged the young protégé by writing to him from the U.S. Nowadays Enrico is considered one of the top jazz trumpeters on the jazz scene and has recently won best trumpet category in the British Jazz Awards. Some recent affiliations have been with American artists, Scot Hamilton, Marty Gross, Dan Barrett, Ken Peplowski, Bucky Pizzarelli, John Bunch and British stars, Acker Bilk, John Dankworth, Chris Barber, Tommy Whittle and the Pizza Express All Stars.

Bagatelle are playing in Dunleer as part of their 35th anniversary tour

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Family Notices

In Memoriam Announcements , Anniversaries, Birthday Remembrances, Thanksgivings & Acknowledgements.

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In Memoriam

NOVENA TO THE holy spirit Holy Spirit, you that solves all problems. Light all roads so that I can obtain my goal. You that give 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 seperated from you. In spite of all material illusions I wish to be with moran you in eternal Glory. Thank you for your mercy In loving memory of Molly Moran (26 O'Hanlon towards me and my own. Say 3 times a day for Park) whose birthday occurs this Thursday, 3 days. M.K. 25th July.

We miss your smile, your joking ways NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART We miss the things you used to say Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for Out of our lives you may have gone many favours. This time I ask for this special But in our hearts you still live on. favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of —Happy birthday Donsey, love from all your Jesus, and place it within your own broken family. heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his

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Launch Gay Pride Week

Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams formally opened the Gay Pride Week in Dundalk on Friday. This is the fourth year Dundalk Pride will have taken place. Dundalk Outcomers opened in 1998 and provides important services for the LGBT community including; a Drop in service, National LGBT Helpline, Health Education merciful eyes it will become your favour, not Workshops, Outreach mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise work, and Information publication and favours will be granted. (never on Physical, Mental and Sexual Health. know to fail). B.C. Deputy Adams said: “This is an important event and this year’s theme of embracing identity is particularly important and relevant to citizens in their daily lives”.

COMHAIRLE BAILE DÚN DEALGAN DUNDALK TOWN COUNCIL

Tender for opening and closing of public parks at various areas in Dundalk Tenders are invited from competent individuals or companies for execution of the above Contract in accordance with the Conditions of Contract, Drawings and Specifications prepared by Dundalk Town Council.

For full tender information and to obtain copies of tender documents please contact Mr. Elias Mlimbila, Assistant Parks Superintendent on 042-9392992 or email elias.mlimbila@dundalktown.ie The closing date for receipt of tender documentation is 12.00noon on Friday 16th August 2013.

F. Pentony, Director of Services & Town Clerk.

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DOG KENNELS (metal), Dog Pens & Steel Garden Sheds & Garages all sizes visitwww.malonesheds.com Ray 086 3556670 TWO SEATER SOFAS - Set of two 2-seater sofas. (Fabric). Excellent condition. €150. 0879212853

DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE – Best Rates Guaranteed – No Commission – We Buy and Sell All Major Currencies – Electronic Bank Transfers – US and Austrailian Dollars – 8 Park St (Open 7 Days, 8am -11pm) & 4 Linenhall St (Open Mon-Sat) - Call 042 9339922/9370101 – www.dundalkbureaudechange.com – Accepting All Major Credit and Debit Cards.

PERFECT FIT ALTERATIONS - For all your sewing needs. For your convenience NOW OPEN on Avenue Road. 10% off for Slimming World members. Castletown Road: Tel: 042 9327837. Avenue Road: Tel: 042 9352348 LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE GIFT? Create a personalised newspaper page to celebrate a special occasion - birthday, anniversary, birth, sporting success etc. Contact 086 3238328 www.frontpagenews.ie A VAN & DRIVER: available for furniture removal, also single items, 3 piece suites, cookers, fridges, washing machines. Day & night Tel 086 8704908 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE: Repairs, building plastering plumbing, painting, tiling, concreting, patios, gardening, PVC facia and soffits, window cleaning. Over 20 yrs experience. References available. Tel Michael 085-858-8090 ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICE to over 60,000 readers for only €5 per week up to 20 words Phone Dundalk Leader 042 9320888 WE CAN DISTRIBUTE your leaflets from €65 + vat per thousand Phone Dundalk Leader 042 9320888 CHIMNEY CLEANING SERVICE: Dust Free. Brush & VAC. Reasonable rates. Call Tommy. 087186 9164

EAMONN COONEY aerial & Satellite, T.V, Freeview & Freesat Service & Repairs. Phone 087 2671809 042 9331348 DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE – MoneyGram Money Transfer – Pay Household Bills – Payzone/Postpoint – Buy Stamps – Phone Topups – Prepaid Credit Cards – Sterling and Euro Cheques Available - Best Rates Guaranteed – No Commission – 8 Park St (Open 7 Days, 8am -11pm) & 4 Linenhall St (Open MonSat) - Call 042 9339922/9370101 – www.dundalkbureaudechange. com – Accepting All Major Credit and Debit Cards.

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY SPECIALS: Beautiful wedding photography professional taken presented in Picture Book Album With 150 photographs fot €750.00 Peter Hughes Photography 087-256-1161 or 042-933-3732 CARPENTER AVAILABLE 26 years experience. All interior, exterior, including kitchens, decking, doors, floors, flat-packs etc. No job too small. Keenest prices. Quality finish assured. Call Des for free quotation 087-618-0150 WINDOW CLEANING, gutter & facia cleaning carried out by professional, fully trained and insured staff. Affordable rates. Call our office for a free quoatation. Everkleen 0429352717 or 0868293585.

Gardens - All gardening work and gutters cleaned. Trees trimmed & topped. Contact 087-229-6441 or 042-937-9270 HANDYMAN SERVICES: For all your domestic jobs. Painting/Decorating/Flooring/Building/Plastering etc. Phone Brian 087-295-2529 or 042-932-8727

CLEANEST & KEENEST Have your windows, carpet or suite of furniture cleaned at keenest prices . Also guttering, fascia boards, power hosing. Call Damien 0868469559 or 0879319243 TILER AVAILABLE Experienced local tiler to carry out all types of tile work - marble, granite, porcelain.

Indoors and out. Call 0876563705 for free quote.

DUNDALK COMPUTER REPAIR CENTRE We fix P.C'c, laptops, tablets, ipads, iphones and smartphones. Great value Laptops & P.C. for sale. No fix, no fee! 9am to 10pm.

7 days a week! Call Gerard 0429328301 and 085-1286436 R Levins HOME MAINTENANCE & Painting. Give your home a fresh coat of paint this summer. Keen prices.For free quote call 042-9320019 or 086-402-8291 GRIMLEY's DUBLIN ST. DUNDALK. TV aerials, satellite, Freeview & Saorview, new installations, sales & repairs. 042 935 4343.

BUILDING: McElroy UPVC productsFor a competitive quote for all Home Improvements, extensions, sunrooms & conservatories. All PVC products supplies & fitted, facia, soffit & guttering. We also have a complete range of PVC doors & windows. Contact Hughie, anytime, on 087 260 2501.

A ALTERATIONS For all your tailoring needs. We now offer a DRY CLEANING SERVICE. Find us at Long Walk S.C. Tel. 042 9333380 / 087 9688518.

ROOFING REPAIRS - We fix leaks, broken tiles,gutters etc. All work guaranteed. Fully insured. 25 years experience. For a FREE quote call Tony 087-6066-722

BEAUTY THERAPIST available. For all your beauty needs. Fully qualified therapist available for treatments, Avenue Rd Area Dundalk or House calls Contact 085-728-8077 Facebook-traceysbeautyparties GARDENS: All gardening work, no job too big or small. 087-11-41-734 Magician & Balloon Modeller available for all parties, contact ‘Odenni’ Owen Rice 042-9372455 or 087-2473342

articles for sale BEDS & FURNITURE DIRECT. Beds, mattresses, wardrobes, chests, lockers, pine beds etc., also furniture removals call 086 8704908 anytime.

BED & MATTRESS SALE, beds from €99, mattress from €69. Massive range on show (free delivery) The Bed & Sofa Store, Northlink Retail Park, Dundalk 042 9320927 BEDS FOR SALE. Totally heavy solid pine beds. Brand new, super strong, rock solid bases, lifetime guarantee.

Good deep super high quality mattresses included. Everything brand new. Can deliver. €89. 086 8208303 DEALGAN FURNITURE Longwalk, Dundalk (inside The Paint Store), for a wide range of New & Used Bedroom, Dining room and Kitchen furniture, great deals on Beds & Mattresses. Water proof mattresses in stock. Suite reupholstery and furniture fixing service available Tel 042932-9111 Clearance sale of Ex-Display kitchens, Massive reductions contact Cofra Kitchens 25 Northlink Retail Park, Coes rd., Dundalk Tel 042 93 51599 Email cofrakitchens@ gmail.com

classes & classes BEGINNER GUITAR LESSONS OneOn-One only €10 per lesson for 45minutes. Begin a life-long hobby.

Weekdays/Evenings. Can provide guitar if needed. Call Roy 086 2052108.

CRAFTY KIDS in Bridge Street Studios offer an exciting range of activities including painting,drawing, collage, printing and pottery in a professional artists studio. 9.30am 2.30pm Monday - FridayWeek 4* July 29th – 2nd August for 6-12 years Class fee including all materials €120 Sarah McKenna Ceramics Bridge Street Studios 97 Bridge Street Dundalk Co Louth Ireland +353 86 3499195 www.sarahmckenna.ie DISCOVER ABUNDANCE. A one day workshop on how to bring more wealth into your life. Saturday July 27th only €50. Guided meditations, learn new tools for attracting abundance. Fun day with like minded people. Phone Mary to book 087 6342800 Places limited

special services GERRY'S UPHOLSTERY SERVICE: Suites/Antique furniture repaired and re-covered. Better than new.

0860800788 CHIMNEY & STOVE CLEANING Inspection & Repair Tel Paul McArdle 042-9332491/0876660094 - Email tribalky@yahoo.com

situations vacant

FANTASTIC BUSINESS opportunity for self motivated people who can work from home on a part time basis. No selling required. If interested please call 086-8789482

cars for sale

FOR SALE - 2006 Opel Corsa Silver 1.2 Twinport. Clean condition. €4900 o.n.o. Tel: Hugh 0863859260

planning notices

LOUTH COUNTY COUNCIL—I Grainne Boyle intend to apply for planning permission. The development will consist of change of use from bookmakers to take away with new fascia sign to front façade at 4 Crowe Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth. A PROTECTED STRUCTURE. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Louth County Council from 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing within a period of 5 weeks from the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00.

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Historic Appointment for Louth Man to Longford Westmeath ETB

Christy Duffy, who is originally from St. Alphonsus Road in Dundalk, has been appointed Chief Executive of the newly-formed Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board (ETB).

Christy has been working with Meath VEC for over ten years and for the past seven years he has been a member of the Senior Management Team with overall responsibility for adult and further education services within the county. He is a graduate of Trinity College where he received a PhD in economics.

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Christy has also been responsible for setting up the new primary school in Navan, Ard Rí Community National School. He also led the VEC’s bid for patronage of two new second level schools, one in Navan and the other in Ashbourne. The Navan

School, Coláiste na Mí, opens this August with 90 pupils enrolled. Over the past year Christy has been involved in discussions with Louth VEC regarding the amalgamation of both VECs and the setting up of the new Louth and Meath ETB. Peter Kierans, Chief Executive of the Louth and Meath ETB, extended his best wishes to Christy saying ‘It is a great tribute to the work done by Christy in Meath over the past ten years that he has been appointed to this leading position’.

He added that Christy has been an invaluable

member of the management team and commended the great energy he brought to his role.

‘While he will be greatly missed by staff here we wish him all the best in his future role and look forward to a strong working relationship with our neighbouring ETB’.

Speaking about his appointment Christy said ‘Clearly I am delighted with the appointment although I will miss the prospect of working with Louth and Meath ETB’. He added that he looks forward to getting to know the services and people in Longford and Westmeath.

Illegal alcohol seized by Customs Counterfeit alcohol and wine was seized by customs in Dundalk last week after discovering the items advertised for sale on Facebook.

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Investigations are ongoing and a file is being prepared for the DPP. The Revenue Commissioners also warned people to be extremely careful after illicit alco-

hol seized last April in Dundalk was found to have high levels of methanol which is very harmful if consumed. It was tested after one of the largest seizures of this kind was uncovered, in the operation.

26,000 litres of pure industrial alcohol valued at €984,000 and potential loss to the Exchequer of €1.2m, were seized by Revenue from a premises in Dundalk.

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Post Polio group celebrate 20 years in existence

The Post Polio Support Group celebrated its 20th birthday this year and held a number of events to mark the milestone.

The group began from humble beginnings in 1993 when three survivors of the polio outbreak that hit Ireland in the 1950s and 60s met by chance and set up the group.

Today the organisation now has almost 1,000 members and also helps non members with a variety of services.

They recently held a celebration which included members of the Dundalk and Monaghan areas.

Like all other charities, the voluntary group is feeling the effects of the recession on its finances and the board are appealing for donations. For details contact the group’s office at 01 8898920 or email info@ppsg.ie.

In photo is Liam Reilly Deputy Chairman of Louth County Council, Eamonn O’Boyle Chairman, Hugh McHugh Director of Post Polio Support Group and Brendan Moore Convenor for the North East area.

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The Alfa Romeo 4C is a midengined with the engine visible through the rear window. The rear-wheel drive coupe capable of seating two people – it 3990 mm long by 2000 mm wide, standing 1180 mm high. It built at Maserati’s plant in Modena, Italy but is designed by Alfa Romeo The Alfa Romeo 4C ‘Launch Edition’ is powered by a 240 HP 4-cylinder 1750 turbo petrol engine mated to a sequential paddle operated TCT twin dry clutch transmission powering the rear wheels. The TCT system offers a fully automatic operation, should you wish. The performance figures are 0-100kph in 4.5 seconds (it has launch control) and a top speed of just over 250kph.

The 4C has Alfa’s DNA selector which not only features the three standard settings available on other models in the range – Dynamic, Natural and All Weather – but also a fourth

The alfa romeo 4c mode: ‘Race’, designed to enhance the driving experience on a racetrack even further. The full-digital instrument panel with TFT display changes to show only information relevant to the chosen mode - and colour in line with the Alfa DNA setting: yellow for Race, red for Dynamic, grey for Natural and blue for All Weather.

The car’s bodywork is made entirely of low-density, highstrength composite material.

Benefits of using this material include lighter weight (it is 20% lighter than steel) and resistance to corrosion. Dimensional stability is comparable to steel and better than aluminium, the 4C only weighs 895 kg.

The weight distribution is (40% on the front axle and 60% on the rear axle) and to keep the weight down does not feature power steering – and to provide better feedback.

There is a choice of two liveries – Carrara White or Alfa Red

– and is marked out by the distinctive badge, inlaid beneath the paintwork. It features a special carbon aerodynamic kit (including spoiler and door mirror covers), the rear aluminium diffuser with dark finishing. Bi-LED headlights are standard with dark surround and 18" (front) and 19" (rear) alloy wheels with burnishing treatment. The front air intakes, brake calipers can be colour specified. There is a racing exhaust system with BMC air cleaner and suspension kit with specific calibration for shock absorbers and rear anti-roll bar.

The interior features leather/ fabric bucket sports seats with part Alcantara and is finished with a carbon fibre central cell with the dashboard and door panels have been given an “asphalt” treatment. The pedal unit and footboards for driver and passenger are all made of aluminium.

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megane renaultsport suzuki swift Renault have released the Megane Renaultsport Red Bull Racing RB8 to celebrate Renault and Red Bull Racing’s third Formula 1 Constructors’ World Title win in the 2012/13 season. The Megane Renaultsport Red Bull Racing RB8 includes the same Cup chassis including stiffer springs, dampers and anti-roll bar, a limited slip differential, grooved discs with red Brembo front callipers. It runs on the same Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tyres that helped Megane Renaultsport 265 Trophy to establish a new lap record for the Nürburgring. These high-performance tyres are fitted to exclusive 19-inch gloss black ‘Steev’ alloy wheels with platinum coloured rims. You also benefit from R-Link the multimedia tablet.

The system’s six functions (navigation, telephony, multimedia, vehicle information, system settings and RLink Store applications catalogue) are controlled using either the touch screen display, the voice command function or the joystick situated on the centre console. The system also

includes GPS tracked lap timing, plus the usual real-time access to power output data, acceleration times, GForce diagram, etc. You no longer need to choose between using the navigation or on-board telemetry systems as the TomTom Live navigation system is built-in. The limited edition model in available in an exclusive Twilight Blue finish with Platinum Grey detailing – with Red Bull Racing graphics at the rear and on the side of the car. There are exterior

platinum detailing (F1 blade, door handles, door mirror housing and rear lip spoiler) to contrast with the Twilight Blue paintwork and a monochrome laurel on the rear side windows to celebrate the team’s 2012 Constructors’ world title. There is Red Bull Racing branding on the numbered aluminium kickplates, carpet mats and on the headrests of the Recaro front seats which are trimmed in a new leather/fabric upholstery.

The very capable and smart Suzuki Swift has been revised recently.

There having some minor styling tweaks across the Swift range including a new design front bumper and grille and silver detailing to the lower front bumper.

And there is a new LED high level brake light.

The interior has been given a new seat design with black as the keynote colour with lined accents of blue and grey.

There are still the three grades, SZ2, SZ3 and SZ4.

Standard equipment across the range includes seven airbags and ESP. The SZ2 comes with front passenger airbag deactivation facility, electric front windows, remote central door locking with deadlocks, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, MP3 / WMA com-

patible CD tuner with USB port and steering wheel mounted audio controls. There are new design 15-inch wheel covers.

The SZ3 adds air conditioning, Bluetooth connectivity, integrated audio unit with music streaming facility, new design 16 inch alloy wheels and is now equipped with front fog lamps as standard.

SZ4 includes LED daytime running lights as well as power folding mirrors with integrated turn indicators and ‘auto up’ facility for the driver’s window. Automatic air conditioning, elec-

tric rear windows and rear privacy glass (Five door models), push button keyless start, Automatic headlamps and cruise control as standard.

There are seven colours available in the Swift palette range, five metallic and two solid colours.

All Suzuki models are covered by a threeyear/100,000 km new vehicle warranty, 3 year Roadside Assistance, providing 24-hour European roadside assistance, recovery and associated services; and by a 12-year perforation warranty.

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2012 VW Polo 1.2 5dr Was €13,450 NOW €12,950

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