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Gardai were lucky to escape serious injury Wednesday, 19th February, 2014. Vol. 7, Issue 8 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth.

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By Niamh Kirk

Two local Gardaí were fortunate to escape serious injury after their patrol car was rammed while trying to stop a van on the M1 Motorway on Sunday night.

Such was the damage to the official vehicle that the two Blackrock-based Gardai had to be cut free by the fire service.

Both Gardaí were taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital; the first Garda who had been in the passenger seat was discharged on Monday morning. The second who had been in the driver’s seat suffered head injuries but was discharged some time afterwards.

The incident took place on the M1 motorway near,

Junction 17, the Castlebellingham turn off at about 8.45 on Sunday night.

The Dundalk traffic corps had observed a Ford Transit Van travelling at high speed heading north on the motorway.

The Blackrock based Gardaí responded to the call about the speeding van and were in an official Garda vehicle when it was rammed, causing it to spin out of control and collide with the road side barrier near the Castlebellingham turn-off.

The white van failed to stay at the scene and continued on course. Gardaí are now seeking to identify its whereabouts.

The road was closed for Continued on Page 2

Setting sights on Shave or Dye record

Aidan Duffy, Michael Breen and Mark McArdle

in the Mansion House in Dublin.

Four local men will be in Aidan Duffy, Michael Breen, Dublin this Friday as they Mark McArdle and Colm take part in Today FM’s World McDonnell got their flowing Record attempt for ‘Most locks dyed last week by Mary heads shaved simultaneously’ Hoey in Hair Looms Omeath

By Paul Byrne

and will join Ray D’Arcy and his Today FM team this Friday as they attempt to enter the Guinness Book of World Records for the second year running.

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Teen Jamie launches charity CD Three charities are currently benefiting from the generosity of Stonetown teenager Jamie Malone who has released his very first CD which he has called ‘Footprints’. The first year Inver College, Carrickmacross, student launched his CD last November and is currently busy promoting his music as he raises money from his three chosen charities.

All proceeds from the eighttrack CD will be divided equally between Cara Cancer Support Centre, Ronald McDonald House in Crumlin as well as SOSAD. Talented 13-year-old Jamie has been playing guitar since he was eight years old and ac-

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Cookery demo

The CBS Parents Committee are hosting an evening of food and entertaiment with acclaimed TV chef, award-winning food writer and proprietor of Ballyknocken House & Cookery School, Catherine Fulvio.

A firm favourite at food events around the country, Catherine will share some of her delicious and doable dishes at a special cookery demonstration in Oriel Active, on Friday, February 28, kicking off with a mini local artisan market at 7 15pm followed by the demonstration starting at 8pm.

The event is being hosted by the CBS Parents committee and all proceeds will go towards educational resources for the pupils of the school.

Tickets for the cookery demonstration with Catherine Fulvio are priced at €20 and available from McAteers, The Food House on Clanbrassil St. For further information about the event or if you are interested in having a stall on the night, please contact Fiona on 0862222243.

cording to his mother, Martina, he was inspired to record a CD after suffering three heartbreaking family losses over the past couple of years.

“Jamie absolutely loves music and he wanted to record a CD for charities close to our heart following the recent deaths of his Grandad to cancer, his aunty to suicide and his brother who died when just ten years old”, explained Martina.

“Jamie was determined to do something to remember them all by and he decided to release a CD of some of his favourite songs. We found a recording studio in Killanny last summer where he recorded an eight track CD with songs by Coldplay,

Oasis and Bruce Springsteen.

The CD is called ;’Footprints’ and is available for €10 with all proceeds divided between the three chosen charities.

“Myself and Jamie’s dad Raymond are extremely proud of Jamie and we think it’s a huge achievement for a young fellow. We’d also like to thank Jamie’s guitar teacher Paul Finn from The Flaws”, added Martina.

Jamie’s CD is now on sale in Beat It Music shop in Blackrock, SOSAD offices in Williamsons Place and Mace on the Carrick Rd. All proceeds will be divided between Jamie’s three chosen charities.

Jamie Malone

News Firefighter Fashion in Brief Inferno will be hot stuff Historical Society

By Paul Byrne

The Firefighters Fashion Inferno charity evening is shaping up to be the hottest ticket in town as the Dundalk firefighters get ready to strut their stuff in the Lisdoo next month.

All proceeds from the evening will go to ‘The Niger Fire Engine Project and Plan Ireland’ which aims to acquire emergency vehicles such as fire engines and ambulances to one of the poorest countries in the world.

Brendan McCoy who is involved in the project is looking forward to the big night and hopes that the people in town will come out and support the event which takes place on March 28 in the Lisdoo.

“We are working hard getting everything ready for what will undoubtedly be a great night in the Lisdoo. There will be a fashion show during the first half of the show with firefighters modelling clothes generously supplied by Tony McDonnell menswear”, explained Brendan.

“During the second half of the show we’ll have a Firefighter Calender Guy section with a

Is the Cooley Peninsula Ulster or Leinster? Brendan McSherry, Heritage Officer, will explore evidence from geology, archaeology, mythology and history on Friday, February 28th at 8pm in Long’s Pub, Grange.

County Louth Beekeepers Members of the Fire Service during a trip to Zinder, Niger

couple of professionals coming down to strut their stuff. We’ll also be picking Mr Firefighter 2014 with the help of the ladies and gentlemen in the audience. It’s all for a very worthy cause so hopefully we’ll get a good crowd on the night”, he added.

While the Firefighter Fashion Inferno night aims to entertain there is also a serious element to proceedings with all proceeds going to The Niger Fire Engine Project in association with Plan Ireland.

Plan Ireland, the international children’s development charity, is once again on a mission to send two more fire engine to West Africa to the province of Zinder in Niger. Although two and a half times the size of

Ireland, the area has just one fire engine to service a population of 2.4 million and was delivered in March 2011.

Niger the second poorest country in the world is often affected by severe drought, famine and flooding. In times of drought fire engines are essential and life saving, literally bringing assistance to the people. In doing so this allows children to attend schools, especially girls, as they are the water carriers for their families.

In February 2011, Brendan was part of a five strong team which transported the fire engine now known as the Gilley Ray, 800km by road to the City of Gaya.

The total cost of shipping and transporting was in the region of

€28,000, and Plan Ireland hopes to raise enough to cover the cost to deliver two more engines donated by Monaghan Fire and Rescue Service and also enable their teams to train Niger Fire staff in the use and maintenance of these machines.

The Firefighter fashion inferno takes place on Friday March 28 starting at 8pm. There will be finger food and spot prizes on the evening followed by a disco. Tickets for the event cost €20 and are available to buy from Tony McDonnell Menswear on Earl St, Carrolls From Page 1 Hallmark in both the Longwalk and Marshes a number of hours to Shopping Centre as well clear debris. as Cafe Aqua in BlackGardai say the invesrock. tigation into the incident is ongoing.

Gardaí are seeking information on the white Ford Transit van with a UK license plate and with an impressively strong or if anyone has any cast headed by Tim Ahern, other information on Aine Corcoran and exciting the incident they are newcomer Sean Og Cairns, asked to contact Dunthis is a unique opportunity to dalk Garda station or see a first class production of a on The Garda Configenuine theatre classic that is dential Telephone Line destined for greater things.

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Winslow Boy for Town Hall

Dundalk Theatre Workshop are staging Terence Rattigan’s classic tale ‘The Winslow Boy’ for two nights only at an Táin Theatre at the Town Hall in Dundalk on Friday February 21 and Saturday February 22 at 7.30pm.

The show will be staged

locally before the workshop embark on a tour of the drama festival circuit, with the home being that they can secure qualification to the RTÉ-sponsored All-Ireland drama finals in May. Based on a true story of a father’s fight to clear his son’s

name, the production drew packed houses, standing ovations and rave reviews when first performed last November and returns by public demand.

This is a visually stunning costume drama set in pre-World War One Edwardian London.

Directed by Fergus Mullen

Louth Beekeepers will host a lecture entitled ‘Shrubs, Flowers & Trees for Bees’

by Damien O’Callaghan on Thursday February 20 at 8pm, in the Teagasc Centre, Dublin, Rd, Dundalk. There will also be a Trophy Night where all prizes won by the County Louth Beekeepers Association will be displayed and the technique of making Mead

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Gardai lucky to escape serious injury

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Workplace Learning If you feel that your current skills are outdated and want to up skill, then look no further. Help is at hand as ‘Skills for Work’ courses are currently being offered in the Dundalk, or Drogheda areas. Employees and Self Employed can brush up their skills to help them at work, for self improvement or just to help the children with their homework.

The courses are part time; (2/3 hours per week) have no formal entry requirement, and are free. Participants if they desire can achieve FETAC qualification which is a nationally recognised certification. You must be employed either part time or full time.

Courses include: Computers for Everyday Living, Personal and Interpersonal Skills, Self-Advocacy, Office Procedures, SPSV Preparation Course for taxi drivers,

Thematic Farming courses and Communications skills: including Reading, Writing and everyday Mathematics to mention just a few.

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Consequently, employers are encouraged to participate in the scheme.

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that “The courses are hugely important for workers who feel trapped due to lack of skills and are vulnerable to unemployment. These courses are tailored to the participants’ needs, in order to allow them to retain secure sustainable employment “.

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Over to you Question: Are Croke Park residents right to feel aggrieved over five Garth Brooks concerts?

Eileen Woodcock As a Garth Brooks fan I’m going to have to say no they’re wrong. The man is coming over here and creating great excitement for his many fans.

I think they can put up with a bit of noise for five nights.

Katie McGuinness I think they are right as five nights to me is a bit much to have to put up with all those crowds. I think they should have capped it at three.

Kieran Pickering

Eimear Keenan

Laura Horgan

I can see where they are coming from but threatening to take the promoters to court is an over-reaction. The concerts are going to generate a lot of income for businesses around the area and that has to be a good thing.

Yeah, I think they are right.

Unfortunately when you have that many people going through an area you’ll always get a few that will cause damage to peoples homes or get sick in their gardens.

I think if the five nights do go ahead then the residents should be compensated in some way for the inconvenience of it all. Five nights in a row is a lot especially if access roads etc are closed off.

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Last year the boys entered the Guinness Book of World Record as part of the ‘Most Mohawks in One Place’ with 257 people in total turning up as part of Today FM’s Shave or Dye campaign which

is now in it’s fifth year.

Aidan and his pals have been involved with Shave or Dye since 2012 raising thousands of euro for the Irish Cancer Society as well as many local charities. This year the main event will be held on March 16 in the Lis-

doo as ten local men get their heads shaved on the night. It promises to be a great evening’s entertainment according to Aidan who is calling for people to support the group’s efforts.

“We’ve been doing this since 2012 and we’ve

had great craic doing it while also making a few euro for charity. People have been very generous over the years and hopefully they’ll support us again this year.

“Four of us are heading to Dublin on Friday to get our heads shaved as part of Today FM’s world record attempt and then early next month ten more lads will get their hair dyed before getting it all shaved off at our fundraiser in the Lisdoo”, explained Aidan.

“The 10 men set to also take part in the Shave or Dye event include Ian Phelan, Martin Murphy, Derek Malone, Donal Byrne, Shane Browne, Stephen Hoey, Martin Gill, Darren Taaffe, Sean Dixon and John Thornton. If any-

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body would like to sponsor any of the boys just get in touch with us through our facebook page at ‘Shave or Dye. Dundalk 2014’ where

there is also a link for our mycharity page”, he added.

Last year the lads Shave or Dye night was a huge success, raising

€7,400 for the Irish Cancer Society from the sponsor cards alone. As well as that money raised on the night provided three Ipads for the stroke

rehab unit in the Louth County Hospital and €4,420 for the Southern Area Hospice Services, making up a massive total of €13,120.

Man is trying to turn his life around A man who admitted a number of offences at Dundalk District Court is trying to turn his life around after making efforts to deal with alcohol and substance addictions.

Stephen Stanfield of 31 St Olivers Park, Kilsaran, Castlebellingham had the case against him adjourned until May 7 for a Probation Report.

The court heard that on June 27 last year following an altercation at the fam-

ily home, the defendant was asked to leave by Gardai.

However, he returned a short time later and when asked to leave he told Gardai to ‘F off’. He was very drunk and was subsequently arrested under the public order act.

On October 2, 2012, at DkIT the defendant encountered two couples who had left a house party. He tried to get into their company but they tried to get rid of him.

He then ran up and punched one man and

knocked him to the ground.

He then remonstrated with another man and hit him on the nose.

On July 22, Gardai came across the defendant on a bike travelling from Castlebellingham to Kilsaran. He was under the influence of an intoxicant and when searched under the drugs act, two knives were found. He stated that he had them for his own protection.

Solicitor, James MacGuill, stated that his client, who had

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25 previous convictions, committed the offences shortly after he had finished a prison term. He added that the defendant hadn’t come to the notice of Gardai since and that he had stopped drinking and taking the substances he was addicted to.

Mr MacGuill added that in light of information that had come to light about Mr Stanfield, the court may be assisted by a Probation Report, and Judge Hamill put the case back to May 14.

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Garda numbers in Louth now at a five-year low

its lowest in the past five from its highest in 2010. different ranks show a The conditions of the reduction in dedicated years with the total The number of Gardaí number of officers now Garda forces in the coun- community Gardai and stationed in Louth is at at 286 which is down 28 ty were revealed in re- those assigned to the Nasponse to a set of parlia- tional Drugs Unit were mentary questions also shown to be falling. submitted by Sinn Fein The Louth TD said TD Gerry Adams. The that the falling numbers figures show that after of Gardai were a cause peaking in 2010, the for concern. number of overall Gardaí “There is widespread has fallen by about 10 community concern that Garda year-on-year. In Garda strength in Louth the same period the has been operating at benumber of Gardaí avail- low acceptable levels. able in the urban areas of These figures appear to Dundalk fell from 133 to bear that out and show 120. A breakdown of the that the situation is get-

By Niamh Kirk

ting worse.

“Falling Garda resources will do nothing to reassure the community. What we need to see is a fully-resourced Garda plan for Louth which includes greater Garda visibility and an increase in communitybased Gardaí,” he said Thefts and robberies is on the rise with the number almost doubling in two years from 51 to 97 . Burglaries in Co Louth has also risen, going from 913 in 2010 to

1164 in 2012.

However the corresponding crime figures for the same period do not firmly establish a relationship between the number of Gardaí in the area and crime levels.

Depending on the category of crime the levels have fluctuated year-onyear and in some cases fallen.

The number of dangerous and negligent acts has fallen considerably from 662 in 2008, to 391 in 2010 and was at its

lowest in 2012 when there were only 216 offences.

Public order which has long been associated with visible-policing has also been falling since 2010. There were 578 fewer public order offences in 2012 that two year previously when there were more Gardaí stationed in the County.

Drug related offences too have fallen slightly in the two year period as have the number of harassments and assaults.

Four Seasons picks up top award Four Seasons Hotel in Carlingford has been honoured with one of the country’s top awards after being named Wedding Venue of the Year for Leinster at the weddingsonline Awards 2014.

The announcement was made at a glamorous black tie ceremony on Monday February 10 in Clontarf Castle.

Over 31,000 brides and grooms nationwide voted for their top suppliers and venues in a wide range of categories, Staff at the Four Seasons Hotel celebrating their award who were then judged by a tel Carlingford Majella Toner panel of expert industry spe- wedding experience.

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“We would like to thank each bride and groom who voted for Four Seasons Hotel Carlingford enabling the hotel to reach the final and the judging panel for this prestigious award.

“We strive to create the perfect wedding day for each bride and groom, their families and friends by providing superb food and quality of service, offering a wonderful venue in a stunning setting with a one wedding per day promise.

“We also wish to thank every member of the hotel team who together were instrumental in helping to win this award”, added Majella.

News

in Brief Mairead Selected

As expected, Fine Gael has formally selected sitting MEP Mairead McGuinness as a candidate in the Ireland Midlands-North-West constituency in the European elections.

Health Check

A local company is offering a special discount on a unique weight loss and health programme which is designed to help people lose weight, stay healthy and live longer. Premier Health Check, which has a base at Felda Fitness & Spa, and Nuremore Hotel, is offering a 50% discount throughout February on a wide range of tests that include, irritable bowel, migraine, skin problems, respiratory & excess weight.

Table Quiz

Dulargy National School Parents Association are holding their annual Fun Quiz Night on Friday February 28 in the Ballymascanlon House Hotel.

Starting time will be 9pm sharp and tickets cost €20 for a table. Tickets available from Catriona McAteer, Sandra Dunne, Roisin Cotter or at the door.

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DUNDALK’S St Patricks Day parade is set for a significant change this year with the viewing stand being moved from its traditional position.

The stand has been moved from outside Ulster Bank to Park Street to Park St in front of Dunnes Stores, while the parade itself will be

themed around the forthcoming Giro d’Italia.

Events for the weekend will take place on Saturday, Sunday and Monday with a wide range of entertainment being provided. There will be market stalls, Vintage bike displays, a Treasure Hunt and a variety of musical and BMX performances, as well as bouncy castles and children’s rides in

The Square to ensure the kids are kept entertained.

The Tain Theatre will showcase lots of Dundalk’s local talents in a performance on Sunday March 16.

David Martin of The Three Tenors and TG4 award winner Rosie Stewart will be performing, with compere Paudie Breen hosting the event.

The annual St Patricks Day Craft and Fabulous Food Market will take place again this year on March 16 and 17.

To book your place, contact Fiona on 0429 352842.

Spaces will be allocated on a first come basis.

For more information and tickets for the Tain Theatre, call 042 9392919.

Death Notices Veronica Quinn (nee Crosson), Dundalk, peacefully on Monday February 17 at home surrounded by her family and friends. Veronica will sadly missed and remembered with love by her family and a large circle of friends.

Bernadette (Betty) Fornaciai (nee Gormley), 4 Oriel Tce, Dundalk, peacefully on February 15, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, surrounded by her family. Loving wife of Gian Franco and dear mother of Marco, Giovanni, Marina and Sara.

She will be sadly missed by her husband, sons, daughters, brother Alan, sisters-in-law Rosaleen and Roisin, daughter-in-law Hilda, sons-in-law Erik and Dermot, grandchildren Oísín, Giovanni, Aoife, Gianluca, Matted, Bella and Aria, nephews Declan, Vincent and Liam, relatives and friends.

Canice O’Mahony Ard Easmuinn, Dundalk, peacefully on Wednesday February 12 in the Mater Private Hospital, 12th February 2014. Can-

ice much loved husband of Eilish (nee Dunne) and dear father of Sean, Colm, Mary, and Ann. Deeply regretted by his wife, sons, daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughtersin-law, nephews, nieces, relatives neighbours and friends.

Paul Curran Tigh Mhuire, Point Road, Dundalk, peacefully, on Wednesday February 12 in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda. Beloved husband of the late Marie (nee Ryan) and dear father of Mary, Regina, Tom, Clare, Pamela, Breda, Fiona, Tony, Brenda and the late Paul and Baby John. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing sons, daughters, sister-in-law, Sr. Clare, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

John Reid Ashling Park, Dundalk peacefully on Tuesday February 11 in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda. Pre-deceased by his father John, sisters Irene and Ur-

sula, beloved son of Margaret and brother of Dina, Maggie, Annaleen, Geri, Deborah, Francesca, April, Kevin, and Gerard. John will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his mother, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces and a large circle of relatives and friends.

Rose Mary Toner (nee Heverin), St Michael’s Tce, Carlingford, peacefully on Tuesday February 11 at Carlingford Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. Nurse Rose Mary Toner, beloved wife of the late Peter (Pete) and loved mother-inlaw of the late Howard. Very deeply regretted by her daughters Deirdre, Marie and Rosie and sons Peter and Francis, son-in-law Eoin and daughters-in-law Anne Flanagan and Anne Gallagher. Also very deeply regretted by her beloved grandchildren Naoise, Michael, Emma, Catherine, Róisín, Darragh, Devin and Coleman and partners Gráinne, Sarah, Ken, Sinead and Mary, and all her relatives and friends.

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Runners and walkers warming up for Fitzter’s 5K event Runners and walkers from all over the North East are expected to converge on Dundalk this Saturday to take part in the second Fitzer’s 5k Run/Walk.

With many people still on a new year’s health kick the event, which starts at 11am, from the Marshes Shopping Centre, is an ideal opportunity to get some exercise and help a good cause.

The event which is organised by Deputy Peter Fitzpatrick will be a chip-timed event, with all money raised will go directly to purchas-

ing assistive technology and ipads to enhance the literacy, numeracy and IT skills of the people with disabilities who use RehabCare’s services in Carroll Village and Quayside Business Park.

Deputy Peter Fitzpatrick has called on athletes of all ability to take part.

“Following on from last year’s successful event I am delighted to once again organise this fun family event which will raise money to enhance two local services for people with disabilities. No

matter what your fitness level, I would encourage everyone to talk part, whether they want to walk, jog or run it.”

Deirdre Quinn, Community Service Manager, RehabCare in Dundalk revealed that the 2013 5k was a great success with money raised going to the Dundalk Community Food Garden Project which was a great success.

“This year’s event promises to be every bit as fun and we are really encouraging people to sign up. This year the money will go towards purchasing as-

sistive technology and iPads to enhance the literacy, numeracy and IT skills of the people who use our service, all of whom have a disability. These technologies will be a great tool in supporting them to develop their skills”, explained Deirdre.

Participants can register online on www.runireland.ie or they can register on the day (from 9am) at Deputy Peter Fitzpatrick’s office on Market Square. Registration includes a free sports T-shirt for all participants in the chip-timed event.

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The aim of this Squad Training Session was to not only to put each student through drills for kumite, but to show them that Karate is in fact not only a sport where you can gain self-defence, fitness, confidence, self-awareness etc but that it is also very enjoyable.

Sensei Neil who is not only a National Champion but he has represented Ireland in many International competitions.

Sensei Mary not only competes at National Level herself, but she has also represented Ireland at numerous International competitions. Currently all students within Dundalk Karate are in training for upcoming events such as the IKFC Junior Lefevre Seminar next weekend and the Annual Ballybay Karate Club Open Competition on March 23.

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in Brief Tourism Committee

The Dundalk Tourism Committee inaugural fundraising effort ‘A Night at the Races’ on Friday February 28 is coming up fast. This event is raising funds that will be reinvested into tourism initiatives in the NorthEast.

The event, which will be held at Dundalk Stadium, is the first ever tourism gathering and the event is open to all tourism businesses and organisations and is an ideal social networking occasion and will create a tourism fundraising drive for the region.

SONG in Lisdoo

SONG will be in The Lisdoo on Friday February 28 at 8pm to perform songs from numerous Musicals.

A night of SONG will feature SONG.’s award winning chorus and soloists will include Sinead O’Callaghan, Leanna Carragher, Nik Parks, Brendan Cleary and David McGahey.

Also taking part in the concert will be Jackie Winkless.

This concert in being presented in conjunction with Scoil Dairbhre as a joint fund raiser.

Co. Louth will be well represented at this year’s Special Olympics Ireland Games with 12 athletes making the trip down south.

This year’s games take place in Limerick with places for the 2015 World Games in Los Angeles up for grabs.

Alex Teeling is one of the athletes preparing for June’s games in Limerick and is busy in the pool training under the watchful eye of coach Mary McElroy.

Alex has represented Ireland at various meetings since 2000 when he came home from the Special Olympics European Summer games

Local hero Alex Teeling

with two medals.

Alex, originally from Dublin, has lived in Dundalk for almost 20 years and is looking forward to the national games in Limerick this summer.

“I’ve entered the 25

and 50 metre back crawl and I’m training hard for the games at the moment.

For me competing is the main thing rather than winning. I’m just happy to be going down with the team and enjoying the occasion” noted Alex.

“I really enjoy swimming and I’ve been fortunate enough to represent my country on a number of occasions over the years. Swimming is such a great sport as it keeps you fit and healthy and is great for the circulation”, enthused Alex.

Mary McElroy who is chairperson as well as coach for the Dundalk Special Olympics team is also looking forward to

the trip but says that the next few months will be spent fundraising to ensure all the athletes make it down to Limerick.

“The games are a wonderful occasion for everybody and we are all looking forward to it. There are 12 athletes, three coaches and three one-to-one carers going down, which is 18 in total. For each of those 18 we need to raise €500 which all adds up to €9000. Obviously it’s not easy in this day and age to raise that amount of money but we’ve been working hard since before Christmas and we’re all determined to get it done”, insisted Mary.

“We are holding a night at the dogs on March 1 and we’d all be very grateful if people come along and help us raise much needed funds.

If you buy the tickets directly from us we get a portion of the money which will be used to send our athletes to Limerick. So hopefully people will come out and support us on the 1st of March”, urged Mary.

As well as the night at the dogs the Dundalk Special Olympics committee are organising a pub quiz in Byrnes on Hill St on February 20.

For information contact Mary on 087 2926569 or 9377395.

Worklink are running two events in March to help unemployed jobseekers brush up their CVs. The first event is a CV Workshop “Make your CV work for you” on Tuesday March 4 from 11am to 1pm in O Fiaich College. This workshop is intended for people who want guidance on how to write a CV and what to include in it.

The session will include tips and suggestions on how to make a good first impression on a prospective employer. It will also include information on producing an effective cover letter. Worklink volunteers will be there to answer your questions and give guidance on what employers look for in job candidates.

The second event is a CV Clinic on Tuesday March 11 from 10am to 1pm in O Fiaich College. The CV clinic is intended for people who have written a CV but want help with a particular issue.

You can book a one-to-one half hour clinic appointment with a Worklink volunteer for either one or for both events. Please note, for the CV Clinic you will need to book a half-hour one-to-one appointment.

Places are limited. For more information about either event, or to book your free place, call Ceinwen on 087 7988008 or email: ceinwen@worklink.ie.

Erasmus students get active in community

Erasmus Student Network (ESN) Dundalk had their Social Erasmus event where 18 Erasmus students from DKIT helped to paint the Ages and Stages creche in Muliharlin Park, Dundalk on Saturday February 8.

The students are grateful to Colour Trend, and Terry’s Paint and Wallpaper for so kindly donating the paint for this project.

On Sunday three Erasmus

students who volunteered at the Louth SPCA. These students cleaned out the kennels, changed the animals bedding, fed and walked the dogs, and enjoyed playing with the animals.

ESN’s SocialErasmus projects are to encourage the international students to give back to the community, and to make the most out of their stay while studying in another country.

Clan na Gael GFC annual presentation night

84 Leslie Toal and Sean Cunningh am U/11 Player of the year

83 Paddy McKeever Manager, Ian Carr Vice Captain Junior B and

76 Barry Cullen (Club Sponsor) and Orlaith Harrison Captain U/12 Shield winners

Captain U/14 78 Barry Cullen and Garion O’Hare

81 Barry Cullen, Therese Curran Captain Ladies 9-a-side and Peter Fitzpatrick Manager

league

80 Barry Cullen and Robert Curran Vice Captain U/18 league

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By Niamh Kirk

The first annual Mary Bishop Fundraiser, a table Quiz in aid of Temple Street Children’s Hospital, is to be held this February 21 in the Lisdoo at 8pm. The quiz is open to teams of four with a €20 entry fee which is donated to the children’s hospital.

The winning team members will receive the top prize of a wristwatch each which is sponsored by Aidan Brennan Jewellers. The quiz will be followed up by a disco with DJ Ollie B.

Mary’s brother, Eamon Bishop said that the family were delighted with the response from people so far and that they are hoping to have as many possible at the quiz Eamon explained Children’s charities were close to Mary’s heart. She passed away last year after a very short illness in the Mater Hospital on August 29.

The death of the devoted family woman came as a great shock to her brothers, parents and friends.

Mary was a well known and much loved Dundalk entrepreneur having opened her first shop The

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Hoping to make impression on fashion world

By Aine Thistleton

Local students will be hoping to make an impression on the world of fashion when they take part in the Eastern heat of the popular Junk Kouture competition.

Junk Kouture is an annually-held, national competition for second level students throughout Ireland with the aim of creating wearable outfits

from everyday recyclable materials.

A number of schools will be represented by the entries which include, ‘Harvest Queen’ a dress made from bamboo and modelled by Claire Keenan from St Vincent’s, ‘Make-up Madness’ modelled by Maria MacArtain from the Bush and constructed from various elements of make-up sets and ‘Christmas Apoca-

lypse’ made from broken toys and modelled by Estera Patriubavicuite from the Marist.

Also entering the competition are ‘Electrifying’ modelled by Nicola Bolton from the Bush and constructed from electrical wires and plugs, and ‘In Vino Veritas’ a dress made from cork and modelled by Chiara Mischo from St Vincent’s.

Of course, many other

outfits will be entering from schools around Dundalk and throughout the rest of the country.

Last year’s judges were blown away by the array of different creations on display at the competition, and have high hopes for this year’s entrants.

Twenty designs from the four regions will contest the final in Bord Gáis Energy Theatre on May 2.

Guilty of two drink driving charges A man who pleaded guilty to two charges of drink driving was banned for a total of seven years at Dundalk District Court.

Patrick McArdle of 53 Forest Park, Dromintee, Newry, admitted the offences which took

place at New Inn, Newry Road on September 28, 2003, and at Hill St, Dundalk, on November 5, 2005. Solicitor, Adrian Ledwith, stated that his 30-year-old client was going through a difficult period at the time. He now has five young children and the

loss of his licence will have a serious effect on his life.

Judge William Hamill imposed a €200 fine and one year ban for the first offence, along with a €250 fine and six year disqualification for the second offence.

Wants to start pig farming business

Eilish Lynch from Bishops Court winner of €1000 in the Dundalk Crdeit Union Cash Draw receiving her cheque from Billy Doyle Manager

A man who intends starting a pig farming business was spared a driving ban after pleading guilty to a no insurance charge at Dundalk District Court.

Padraig Daly of Shanmullagh, Hackballscross, admitted the offence at Shelagh, Hackballscross, on September 18 last year.

Barrister, Irene Sands, told the court that while her client had a previous conviction for having no insurance, it was ten years ago.

She stated that the defendant intends starting a pig farming business and that a disqualification would scupper any chance of that.

Judge William Hamill imposed a €600 fine on the no insurance charge, taking related matters into account.

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W imieniu sztabu WOŚP w Dundalk i Simul Polonia chciałabym serdecznie zaprosić Was na Charytatywny Bal Karnawałowy 2014!

Bal Karnawałowy odbędzie się w sobotę 1go marca (czyli w ostatni, w tym roku, karnawałowy weekend) na Dundalk Stadium, start o godzinie 20:00.

W trakcie imprezy gwarantujemy ciepłe posiłki oraz zimny bufet i napoje bezalkoholowe serwowane całą noc, profesjonalnego Dj’a oraz loterie, aukcje i sprzedaż WOŚPowych gadżetów XXII Finału.

Całkowity dochód z tej wspaniałej akacji będzie ostatecznym rozliczeniem z WOŚP i wszystkie uzyskane w ten sposób pieniądze za bilet, z aukcji, loterii i sprzedaży gadżetów wpadną do puszki aby zasilić tegoroczny WOŚP-owy XXII Finał „na ratunek”.

Więcej szczegółów na Simulowym FB, jak również pod numerami telefonów: Monika - 0879712710 Eugeniusz - 0863417485 Termin sprzedaży biletów 12.02.14 - 24.02.14 Bilety do nabycia w cenie 15.00 euro w polskich sklepach: Krakowiak, Janosik, Mróz i Monika Nail Bar. Wszystkich zapraszamy bardzo serdecznie do pomocy dzieciom i osobom starszym czyli na fantastyczną karnawałową zabawę !

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News

There was great excitement on Friday night for Dundalk Rugby Club’s Tag Girls team who travelled to Dublin to play at half time against Boyne RFC at the Leinster V Gwent Dragons RABO Pro Direct 12 fixture. The game was a draw with one try a piece, Dundalk’s Deborah Malone running in a fantastic try much to the delight of the crowd and her team mates.

Backrow L-R Chris Scully (Coach), Suzanne Flynn (Coach), Niamh Craven, Katie McGee, Jessica Malone, Niamh Belton, Libby Turnbull, Orlagh Conway, Meadhh O’Callaghan, Aoife Craven, Sharon Toal (Coach), Maria Cartwright Coach) Front Row L-R Deborah Malone, Shona Kelly, Zoe Valentine, Sophie Murtagh, Joy Quigley, Sadhbh McDonnell. Team Supporters: Caoimhe O’Callaghan, Eva Toal, Hazel Malone and Ruth McGee.

in Brief Band Bingo

Huge crowds for St Brigid festival

The recent Brigid of Faughart Festival was a great success and even with Storm ‘Brigid’ for company it attracted guests from across Ireland over the festival weekend.

The festival started with ‘Brigid’s Jig’ Circle Dance Workshop on Wednesday January 29 and continued with the St Brigid’s Cross Making workshops in Dulargy National School and the County Library on Thursday and Friday for both children and adults.

The Day of Healing in the Outcomers Centre and ‘Cosmic Brigid’ Talk on Friday was the start of the event and the main programme of events took place on St.Brigid’s Day, February 1, with talks

Oisin Duffy and Kaylum Moran with their crosses at Dulargy NS

and workshops in the Magnet Centre by Dolores Whelan, Karen Ward, Margit Neumann Thomsen and Barabra Smith.

A very special Eucharist took

place at Faughart, celebrated

by Fr. Tom Hamill with singer Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin enhancing the Brigid’s Day celebration.

One of the highlights of the festival was undoubtedly ‘Weaving Brigid’s Magic’ a night of Music, Song, Story and Poetry in Dundalk Gaol, with both guests and performers blown away by this unique local venue.

A bright and sunny Sunday started with the now annual Pilgrimage Walk from Dundalk to Faughart, followed by an Exploration of the Sacred Sites around Faughart Hill with wonderful guide Pat O’Rourke.

On Sunday evening, a beautiful Ritual Celebration of Brigid and the Festival of Imbolc in Ravensdale Community Centre, brought an action packed festival to a close.

Strictly Cooley Style

The female contestents in Strictly Cooley Style prepare for the stage on Saturday evening at Cooley Kickhams.

. and Mark Sharkey Eamonn Brennan

The male contestents in Strictly Cooley Style prepare for the stage on Sarturday evening at Cooley Kickhams.

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Ardee concert Band’s very successful weekly Sunday night bingo continues this weekend in the Bohemian Centre, Ardee at 8pm where the jackpot will be €2,700. Lots of games and prize money to be won from the Play your cards game and “Winner takes all” game, double line panel games.

Ardee Play “A Lock of Fierce Roars” from the writers of the Play: “The Quare Land” will take place in the Bohemian Centre Ardee on Thursday February 20 from 8.30pm. Tickets €10 can be purchased from Sizzlers Café, O’ Neills Menswear, The Station, The Barber Shop, Caffery’s Bakery and Kerr’s of Ardee. Note this is a ticket only event.

Dundalk Cursillo Dundalk Cursillo Monthly Ultreya takes place on Friday February 28 at 8pm in the Confraternity Room, St Patrick’s Church. All are welcome.

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Strictly Cooley Style Students are getting ready to celebrate Irish Week

By Aine Thistleton

irr Traynor, Fergal Malone and Ben McG Luke White, Michael Carron, Adam

STUDENTS of St Vincent’s secondary school have big plans for Irish Week, which will take place from March 1 to 17.

Transition Years are planning on hosting an Irish-themed concert, with performances from the school’s traditional music group and chamber choir, as well as many other students within the school.

The idea of the concert is to promote the Irish language and culture in a fun and creative way.

The show itself is primarily being

organised by Susan Wallace and her TY1 Irish class and will take place on March 6 in the school’s main hall.

It is planned for the concert to be opened by music from the traditional Irish group and to feature groups of Irish dancers made up of students within the school.

Transition Year students, who have experience of Irish dancing are helping to organise the dancers and get them working on a routine for the night.

Classes and solo acts will also perform at the show, the only rule being that anything they sing must

be in Irish. It is hoped to encourage classes from all years to take part alongside the TY1 class, performing the Irish version of both modern and traditional songs.

The first performance of the concert will be taking place on the afternoon March 6 and a second performance will take place at 7.30pm that evening, this time for the family of students who are participating and anyone else who wishes to attend.

Tickets are €5 per person with children under twelve going free.

All funds raised will go to charity.

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in Brief Dance class

Above: Joe Duffy and Daniel McDonald Left: Janet Thornton and Helen Lambourne

Louth Local Sports Partnership has organised Older Adults Dance Classes (50 plus). Wedding Waltz, Old time Waltz, Quick Step, Foxtrot and Jive.

No partner or experience needed.

Every Tuesday from 11am to 12pm in the Redeemer Family Resource Centre, Dundalk. Only €3 per class. Call Celine on 0429324318

Barry Cullen, Stephen Hutchinson Junior A Player of the year and Leslie Toal at Clan na Gael's annual presentation night.

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Pete Treanor’s

Weekly Quiz

1. Sport In this summer’s World Cup Finals, Diego Forlan and Luiz Suarez will star for what country?

2. Cartoons & Comics In the old Warner Bros Merrie Melodies films, what type of creature was Foghorn Leghorn?

3. Ireland In what county are the villages of Maamcross and Spiddal?

4. History By what name was Irish-born soldier Arthur Wellsley better known?

5. Rock and Pop Which 1960s British singer’s gimmick was to appear onstage in her bare feet?

6. Animals Springer and Cumberland are types of what class of dog?

7. Local One of Dundalk’s earliest established Italian restaurants was The

Tornio Arms, but on what street was it located?

8. Children’s Books In the Roald Dahl story, ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’, what was Charlie’s surname?

9. Politics What relation was Charles J Haughey to former Taoiseach, Sean Lemass?

10. Movies Who composed the music for Star Wars, ET and Schindler’s List?

Stinker Which former sports commentator first coined the advertising slogan, ‘Opal Fruits, made to make your mouth water’?

—this week’s answers—

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Coláiste Rís debaters are champs Coláiste Rís is celebrating another All-Ireland title after clinching the national Irish debating title.

The Dundalk school, represented by brothers Mícheál and Neasán Mac Suibhne and Bearnard Ó Thoirealaigh, won Comórtas Díospóireachta Uí Chadhain, the national Irish debating competition organised

by Gael Linn, for the second time in three years. Coláiste Rís had to overcome two Connemara schools, Scoil Chuimsitheach Chiaráin, An Ceathrú Rua and Coláiste Fheichín, Corr na Móna, as well as archrivals Coláiste Eoin, Dublin. This was a source of great pride and satisfaction, according to Seán Ó Coigligh,

Mícheál and Neasán Mac Suibhne with Bearnard Ó Thoirealaigh team mentor.

The Coláiste Rís team opposed the motion ‘go bhfuil gearghá le páirtí polaitiúil nua i bPoblacht na hÉireann’ – that there is an urgent need for a new political party in the Republic of Ireland.

The standard of debat-

ing was a credit to all of the students involved, according to guest chairperson Mary Hanafin, the former Fianna Fáil Minister. In her address to the packed hall she urged these young people, “our future leaders”, to take the initiative and

become involved in politics. In doing so the next generation of politicians might make the necessary changes needed to resolve our nation’s difficulties.

Ms Hanafin’s praise was echoed by the adjudicators in their summation. They recognised the very high standard of debating skills and fluency in Irish that hallmarked the debate. And while the result was very close they were sufficiently impressed by the Coláiste Rís arguments and convincing style to award the victory the Dundalk team.

Pádraig Ó hAdhmaill, school principal, was delighted with this latest victory in Irish debating. “What is particularly pleasing was the

attitude displayed by the lads during the entire campaign. They are tremendous role models for everyone in the school and prove that for those who aim high anything is possible”, he stated.

This pride was reflected in the jubilation that greeted the result by the huge following that travelled to Trinity College, Dublin.

This latest national title for the Chapel Street school means that all five of the Mac Suibhne siblings have now won national debating titles with Coláiste Rís. Éanna won in 2004, Aonghus in 2006, Caoimhe in 2012 and Mícheál and Neasán have now completed the set. This feat is unequalled anywhere in the country.

Driver is lucky to avoid driving ban A man who pleaded guilty to driving without insurance was told that he was very fortunate to be spared a disqualification.

Adam Murphy of 13 Mariners Court, Blackrock, was allowed to keep his licence after Dundalk District Court

was told that he needed it in order to take up a job.

Judge William Hamill recommended 140 hours community service in lieu of three months in prison as he adjourned the case to May 14 for a report. He decided against imposing a ban and

told the defence solicitor that his client could consider himself very fortunate.

Mr Murphy admitted driving without insurance at Millennium Buildings, Dundalk on July 15 last year, while the court heard that he was previously banned

for a similar offence.

Solicitor, Sean T O’Reilly, stated that his client was in dire financial straits at the time and he held his hands up in relation to the matter.

He asked that he be spared a disqualification in order to allow him to work.

News

in Brief G&T Golf Society

The G&T Golf Society AGM will take place in the Clermont Arms, Blackrock, on Tuesday march 4 at 8pm.

New members are welcome to join.

Community Alert

Cooley Community Alert will hold their next meeting on Monday February 24 in St Mary’s hall,Cooley at 8pm. All are welcome.

Kelly Petit on 041-983 3406 or kpetit@ispcc.ie for further information.

Enrolment

Scoil Naomh Lorcan Omeath are now taking enrolment for September 2014. Should you wish your child to be enrolled or would like an information pack please call 0429375362 or email scoilnaomhlorcan@gmail.com.

Temperance

A special Mass will be celebrated in St. Fursey’s Church, Haggardstown, on Temperance Sunday March 2 at 3pm.

A collection will be taken up to help defray the cost of Pioneer Insurance in the North Louth Region.All welcome.

1. Uruguay 2. Rooster 3. Galway 4. The Duke of Wellington 5. Sandie Shaw 6. Spaniel 7. Church St – Now Sean’s Tavern8. Bucket 9. Son-in-law 10. John Williams. Stinker – Murray Walker.

Strictly Cooley Style

Annie McGuinness, Aine Morgan, Meg an McGrath and Amy Hanlon.

Aoife Ferguson and Ellen Gallagher McDonnell.

Eilish and Ella Smyth.

Contestents Taucher Murphy and Gerard McGarrity

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homeimprovements

W

ith the excess of Christmas now behind us and the first signs of the spring weather on the horizon, for many people it is the perfect time to start planning a few jobs around the house.

Whether it is a simple job of painting a room or a more elaborate task of a major refurbishment, this is the perfect time to get it organised.

Certain people will consider moving, but a real alternative to looking for that perfect home is upgrading your bathrooms and kitchen or removing that wall that's been bugging you just might be the solution.

For many people the current market is making it a very attractive time to take on a home improve-

attic space as one big storage unit. If so then why not convert it into a living space, such as a media room, or even add a window for an extra bedroom, which will add square footage

and increase the overall value of your home.

Your home is almost perfect but it needs a minor facelift.

Paint your walls and it will instantly feel fresh and clean.

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This is a great alternative for anyone on a budget.

Remember that whatever your reason for remodeling, it’s smart to get a designer involved early on.

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Now is the time to start planning your home improvements

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For example the external appearance of your home is im-

portant for raising the value and sales potential. Fresh paint, clean shutters, a new roof and neat landscaping are simple ways you can enhance curb ap-

peal if you're looking to sell.

For many people it is important to remember that the kitchen is the heart of the home. Family and friends gather and spend most of their time here. So consider installing a new stove, replacing your fridge or putting in new cabinets to make it more functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Another very important room is the bathroom and although it might function just fine, it's always a good time to put in new plumbing, and get rid of that boring plain mirror and replace it with a beautiful framed one. Don't forget the lighting -- lighting is everything, especially for those who spend so much time checking our make-up and changing our outfits.

If you're planning on staying in your home thorough your senior years, it's important to upgrade your home with age-in-place features, including replacing your bath with easy step-in showers with bars and installing toilets for people with limited mobility or in wheelchairs.

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Is Now The Time to Buy? Will I Get a Mortgage?

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n the last six months these two questions are being asked more frequently.

The activity we have seen since Spring 2013 would suggest it is realistically time to consider your options if you are a first time buyer or looking to move your home. There are a couple of factors that will lead you to this conclusion: 1. There has been no relevant building developments since 2007/2008, that is a long time. The buyers and estate agents will tell you that there is a shortage of 3 bed semis for the starter home buyers in the area.

2. As a result of a shortage of homes for the First Time Buyers the rental market is hardening €700 - €800 to rent per month.

Consequently renters are now taking the view that they could be using this money towards their own home. There does appear to be a better “air of confidence”

in our future as a nation, for jobs and stability of employment and opportunities for our young people.

3. Mortgage lending is beginning to open up again

slowly, the banks are cautious (iii) Clean credit history and to qualify you must meet • First Time Buyer: a strict criteria.

This category have been out (i) Full time/permanent of the market for the past 6 employment or 7 years, they are beginning (ii) Good savings profile now to dip their toes in the

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The property is well maintained and is surrounded by mature landscaped gardens. The property is fully serviced and has Oil Fired Central Heating. Viewing highly recommended and by appointment only. BER D1.

Solicitors:- Frank McDonnell, Ahern & McDonnell Solicitors, Roden Place, Dundalk.

Price:- €190,000.00 O.N.O.

17 Lismore, Earlsfort, Blackrock

Located in a popular and well designed residential development this modern 3 Bedroom family home has many attractive features and is finished to an exceptionally high standard.

The property has a hardwood fitted Kitchen, Built in Wardrobes and is easily maintained.

Accommodation:- The property contains, Entrance Hall, Sitting room, downstairs Toilet, Kitchen / Dining, Utility room and Pantry on the ground floor together with 3 Bedrooms, Bathroom and En-suite upstairs The property has the benefit of all mains services connected thereto Natural Gas Central Heating. BER C1.

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Located within walking distance of all town amenities, this attractive mid-terrace dwelling offers comfortable and spacious living accommodation and has enormous potential for further development at rear. The property is well maintained and has the benefit of a substantial rear garden to which there is a vehicular access. The property which is not overlooked has South facing rear garden and a garden Shed.

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property market again and can borrow up to 92% of Purchase Price from some lenders.

• The Home Mover: This category have been keeping their powder dry for the last few years, reason – fear, they were not getting good prices for their own homes and the fear of the value of what they were buying.

They are back.

• Self-Build Homes: The architects and engineers will indicate to you, clients are beginning to act seriously again in this area. Sites are at value prices, builders are pricing work keenly.

• Buy To Lets: A lot of the business has already been done in this category in recent years by cash rich clients buying at huge discounts and now getting good rent, which is giving them a much better return than they can get from any bank or building society.

• Switcher Mortgages: This will be an area of increased activity in 2014 some borrowers are in home loans with rates of close to 5%.

There is a possibility of switching their loans to a lender with a rate circa 3.5% (depending on Loan to Value) with a Free Contribution of €1,000 towards the legal fees for the switch, this will create a lot of interest in this offer.

• The Sunday Times survey said County Louth houses went up by 5-10% in 2013 and the same is predicted for 2014.

I would say yes it is the time to consider buying.

We do a Mortgage Mentoring interview for clients thinking about this major transaction.

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Need to commence a house building programme

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ne of the country’s leading economists has highlighted the urgent need to commence a housebuilding programme in order to avoid problems in the future.

Economic and Social Research Institute research professor John FitzGerald has stated that the country needs to see 25,000 houses built per year in order to feed the demand of a young population.

He warned that otherwise, children will end up living with their parents until they are 35.

Speaking at the Trinity Economic Forum over the weekend, Prof FitzGerald, repeated calls made by Minister for Transport Leo Varadkar last December for more housing to meet pent-up demand, saying the number of new homes being built needs to treble.

The 36 months from January 2011 to December 2013

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Walterstown Cross, Ardee Rd, Dundalk

Large detached family home, superbly located only 5 mins drive to Dundalk Acc: large hall, 2 rec. rooms, kitchen, utility, 4 double beds & bathroom.

Excellent c. ½ acre gardens

BER D2 - Price €169,500

9, St. Marys Road, Dundalk

A wonderfully presented 3 bed townhouse full of ‘olde worlde’ charm – transformed in recent years creating something quite special. Stunning property in an equally stunning location

BER D1 - Price €119,500

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Time to get building again. saw barely 2,000 new dwellings started in Dublin, whereas estimates suggest the capital needs that number of new homes every four months.

Prof FitzGerald outlined the enormous benefits that would result from such a programme as he said recovery in the construction industry would have a positive impact on people on the dole, especially those who don’t have an educational level above than the Leaving Certificate.

He also told the forum that emigration can have a posi-

tive effect on the economy and workforce, as Irish people tend to be homing pigeons, and research has shown they are more productive if they have worked abroad.

“People who emigrate and come back are 7 per cent more productive at work and I don’t mean a year spent in Australia, when I say worked abroad. Successful firms are firms where people have seen the outside world. More often management will have worked abroad”, explained the professor.

Lennons Lane, Blackrock rd, Dundalk

Detached dormer residence on enclosed mature gardens. Acc: 2 rec. rooms, kitchen/dining room, utility, 4 bedrooms, bathroom. Integral garage.

Totally enclosed gardens on the edge of Town

BER E2 - Price €125,000

12 Euston Street, Greenore

What a picture perfect address. Impeccably presented, extended granite cut stone terrace in the heart of the Village. Acc: sitting room, kitchen/dining room, 3 beds, bathroom. Large garden to rear

Price €109,500 - BER Exempt

The Business Centre 8 Dublin St. Dundalk (042) 93 29900 www.mallonproperty.com info@mallonproperty.com

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The Fairways Hotel are re-launching their Carvery Menu on

Friday 28th February 2014 To celebrate we are offering

Buy one get one free

Celebrating the Chinese New Year in traditional costumes The Chinese New Year, the Year of the Horse was aptly celebrated along with Valentine’s Day at Dundalk Stadium on Friday February 14 when the Chinese students of DkIT hosted for the second year running a Chinese New Year themed event for their fellow students

on all our Carvery Lunches for this date only

fairways hotel 40 Mins from Dublin & Belfast Dublin Rd, Dundalk, Co Louth 042 932 3600 • www.fairways.ie

This Offer is only valid on Friday, 28th February, 2014

BIG COUNTRY SATURDAYS Keep Calm Keep Dancing

Dancing 11 to 1pm – Doors open 9pm ADM: €15 – B&B for 2 + Adm to Dance only €79

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males take to the stage. Each one tries to impress the girls in whatever way he can.

Three Event Management degree Depending on how well he has students at DkIT recently had the succeeded, girls then choose whether bright idea to hold their own version of the popular TV3 dating show ‘Take or not to keep their lights on. One by one, the lights go out and girls are Me Out’ on campus, in order to raise eliminated. When it gets to the final funds for the Simon Community.

Students in the college will feature as round, the man can then pick which contestants in the show, and the event girl he would like to take out. itself will determine which couple will The ‘Take Me Out DkIT’ event will follow the same structure as the TV be chosen as the audience favourite. show, with five different matches The lucky pair will become bride and groom at The Mock Wedding, which is being made on the day. These five couples will then try to impress the Rag Week’s most popular event. audience in whatever way that they ‘Take me Out’ will see 25 females line choose, in the hopes of being chosen up behind podiums while different

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Tea Art, dancing displays from the Chinese Irish Cultural Academy, Traditional Chinese Instruments such as Gu Zheng and Yang Qin, Chinese Calligraphy and some of the Chinese students also undertook an Irish Dancing set.

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and lecturers.

The night was a great success with colourful displays and entertainment; there was a Dragon Dance to welcome the Chinese & Erasmus students to the Stadium, singing, Traditional Chinese Costume Show, Traditional Chinese

as the Mock Wedding bride and groom.

The show will be presented by one of DkIT’s finest comedy talents, Daenna Weir and the institute’s DJ Society will provide the music.

The event will be held in the Whitaker Theatre at 1pm on Wednesday February 26.

Tickets can be bought on the door for €2. All proceeds go to the Dundalk Simon Community.

More information can be obtained from the Student union at DkIT, or feel free to contact Lucy Coogan by email; lcoog10@student.dkit.ie or phone; 087 9224213.

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A Waterboy and a Sawdoctor appearin in The Spirit Store A Waterboy and a Sawdoctor, Anto and Leo are set for the Spirit Store on Friday February 21

Event Guide nathan carter Thursday 20th February - Tickets €25

Friday 21st February

karaoke with damien Saturday 22nd February Live Music with

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Sunday 23rd February Live Music with

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dirty Harry is back All Sporting Events Shown On Our All New TV Screens Including Sky Sport & BT Sport. All Pints & Longnecks Only €3.60 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 7pm till late & Saturdays and Sundays during Premiership Matches.

Parties catered for – We can arrange the music & finger food if required

Two musicians from Ireland’s most popular bands, Leo Moran from the Saw Doctors and The Waterboy’s founding member Anthony Thistlethwaite have teamed up to form an acoustic duo who are currently touring Ireland and will play a Dundalk Concert on Friday, February 21 in the Spirit Store.

The pair perform unplugged versions of well known songs by both bands such as Red Cortina, Tommy K, and Clare Island while Leo Moran will recount stories and anecdotes of his twenty years on the road with The Saw Doctors.

The Leo & Anto show in Dundalk will

feature some new songs which are rooted in Irish life such as “Fill Her Up There Mr. Oilman” a song about the Shell Oil Pipeline controversy in Rossport, Co. Mayo, “Carmel Mannion’s Son” and a funny song about Leo’s local Credit Union in Tuam, (All Credit To) The Credit Union.

Special guest at next Friday’s concert at the Spirit Store in Dundalk will be local singer/songwriter Sinead McNally and tickets for the Leo & Anto Acoustic concert, priced at €11.50 Euro including booking fee, are available from the Spirit Store or their website www.spiritstore.ie

ICA celebrate 50 Years in the Rock Blackrock ICA will mark their 50th anniversary with the publication of a special booklet entitled “50 Years in the Rock”.

The book tells the history of the Guild since it’s registration on February 12, 1964, from it’s first meetings in the “Breffini Bar, now the Clermont, to present day in the beautifully refurbished Room 1 in the Community Centre.

The Guild is holding a dinner to celebrate their anniversary on February 26 in The Stonehouse, Blackrock. Any former members, or family of deceased members, are very welcome to attend. The cost is €30 and includes a meal with wine and a copy of the booklet, “50 years in the Rock “.

The National President, Liz Wall, will be attending and will present Certificates of Long Service to a number of members. As The Stonehouse can only accommodate 60, please let the organisers know asap if you wish to buy a ticket. (Contact 0876227188 or 0872265644).

Johnny McEvoy

Friday 21st February Tickets €25

neil delamare Fri 28th February 'smartbomb' Tickets €20

‘Life and Times of Jim Reeves’ 50th Anniversary Tour with singer Al Grant and special guest singer/songwriter Isla Grant Wed 5th March - Tickets €25 The Alzheimer’s Benefit Night with The Garda Band and St. Peter’s Male Voice Choir Thurs 6th March Tickets €16

tommy tiernan's World Tour of Louth Friday 7th March Tickets €28

The Legend of Luke Kelly 30th Anniversary Concert

Sat 8th March Tickets €21 The Mayor Of Drogheda presents Country Music Jamboree featuring Declan Nerney & many more artists In Aid Of St Ita’s Special School 12th March €20 THE LEGENDARY

Christy Moore Friday 14th March - Tickets €40

Up & Coming Grease and Dirty Dancing - The Show, Mike Denver, Lambert Puppet Show, Andrew Maxwell , Keith Barry - Brain Hacker, The Cloak - The Story of St. Brigid, Friends In Low Places. More details on the website.

Available at: Carroll’s Bookshop, Park Street, Dundalk 042- 9334359; The Sound Shop Drogheda 041 9831078; The TLT Tel: 041 9878560; The D Hotel Tel: 041 9877700; Finlays Ardee Tel: 041 6856505; CD World Drogheda 0419833879 Also available online at www.thetlt.ie

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Family Notices

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

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Novena To St. Martha O St. Martha, I Resort to thee and to thy petition and faith, I offer up to thee this light which I shall burn every Tuesday for nine Tuesdays. Comfort me in all my difficulties thro’ the great favour thou didst enjoy when Our Saviour lodged in thy house I beseech thee to have definite pity in regard to the favour I ask (mention favour). Intercede for my family that we may always be provided for in all our necessities. I ask thee St. Martha to overcome the dragon which thou didst cast at thy feet. One Our Father and three Hail Marys, and a lighted candle every Tuesday and the above prayer made known with the intentions of spreading devotion to St. Martha. This miraculous Saint grants everything before the Tuesdays are ended. No matter how difficult.

E.D.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours. This time I ask 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 know to fail). C.D.

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Patsy Griffin from Muirhevnamore, Co. Louth won €33,000 on the National Lottery Winning Streak Game Show on RTE. Pictured at the presentation of winning cheques were, from left to right: Sinead Kennedy, game show co-host; Patsy Griffin; Eddie Banville, Head of Marketing, The National Lottery and Marty Whelan, game show cohost. The winning ticket was bought from Carroll Newsagent & Book Shop, Longwalk S.C., Dundalk, Co. Louth.

Used credit card details without permission

A man who used someone else’s credit card to buy groceries was given the chance to avoid a prison sentence at Dundalk District Court.

Oladapo Ogunde of 120 Ashbrook Ave, Dundalk, was told that he would have the opportunity to complete Community Service if he paid compensation in

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full after he pleaded guilty to handling stolen property on March 15, 2012.

The court heard that groceries to the value of €462.44 were ordered by credit card and delivered to an address at Cedarwood Park. The owner of the credit card had not authorised its use.

Mr Ogunde later admitted signing for the goods but denied ordering them.

Solicitor, Paula Tiernan, stated that her client

had €100 in court towards compensation which he as anxious to pay in full. She added that the defendant has no income and is living with his girlfriend who is on Social Welfare.

Judge William Hamill adjourned the case to April 2 for a Community Service report and recommended 100 hours in lieu of two month, but warned: “If full compensation is not paid he will not be suitable no matter what the report says.”

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ATTENTION—BERs now required for Better Energy Home Grants. For BER certification at affordable prices contact Robert Mulholland 087 6091906. www.louthber.ie FOR SALE—By private treaty, large 4 bed terrace house in town centre, Dundalk. Well maintained by current owners. Complete with garage and off street parking. P.O. Box No. 131, The Dundalk Leader, 63 Clanbrassil St., Dundalk.

New White Bath with taps for sale, also leather 3 piece suite, colour burgundy, in perfect condition also large potato & vegetable steamer (new) and 3 large pieces of American Ash wood Phone 087 9059768 between 4pm-7pm FOUR POST - Car lift, 3 phase. Tel: 087-2071796.

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. Curtains, Hems, Zips & Repairs. 10% off for Slimming World members. Castletown Road: Tel: 042 9327837.

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, carpentery. Over 20 yrs experience. References available. Tel Michael 085858-8090 BUILDING—McElroy UPVC products.

For 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.

WE CAN DISTRIBUTE your leaflets from €65 + vat per thousand Phone Dundalk Leader 042 932 0888 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

AERIAL & SATELLITE—T.V, Freeview & Freesat Service & Repairs. Eamonn Cooney T.V. Phone 087 267 1809 DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE— MoneyGram Money Transfer; Pay Household Bills; Payzone/Postpoint; Buy Stamps; Phone Top-ups; 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 Mon-Sat). Call 042 9339922/9370101; www.dundalkbureaudechange.com – Accepting All Major Credit and Debit Cards.

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY SPECIALS—Beautiful wedding photography professional taken and presented in Picture Book Album With 150 photographs for €750.00 Peter Hughes Photography 087-256-1161 or 042933-3732 CARPENTER AVAILABLE—27 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 087-6180150 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.

TILER AVAILABLE—Experienced local tiler to carry out all types of tile work - marble, granite, porcelain. Indoors and out. Call 0876563705 for free quote.

ROOFING REPAIRS—We fix leaks, broken tiles,gutters etc.Bird stoppers €25 for 1 or €35 for 2 fitted. We also clean & steam clean fascias. All work guaranteed. Fully insured. 25 years experience. For a free quote call Tony 087-6066-722

DUNDALK COMPUTER REPAIR CENTRE—We fix PCs, laptops, tablets, ipads, iphones and smartphones. All computer services only €45. Includes new antivirus and microsoft office for December only. Free callout service.

No fix no fee! 9am to 10pm. 7 days a week. Call Gerard 0429328301 and 0851286436.

BUILDER & HOME MAINTAINENCE— Building, woodwork, painting, lawn cutting, all jobs. No job to big or to small. Tel. Brian 087 295 2529/042 932 8727.

RING - A - DRINK takes the hassle out of wet & windy weather. For your party contact Northend Bar, Bridge Street Tel 042 9337229 and we’ll deliver.

GRIMLEY’S DUBLIN ST. DUNDALK— TV aerials, satellite, Freeview & Saorview, new installations, sales & repairs.

042 935 4343.

A ALTERATIONS—For all your tailoring/sewing needs. Zips in jackets €15.

We also patch jeans.Dry cleaning service available.Long Walk S.C. Tel. 042 9333380 / 087 9688518.

CHIMNEY CLEANER—The Clean sweep, clean & tidy, no dust. Brush & Vac. Contact - Cahal 087-225-9799 MISSING AVON? No Need. I am an independent Rep in Northern Ireland.

I will drop off a book to you and convert prices to Euro. For more info contact me Elaine on 0879617341 PAUL'S THERAPIES - Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Aroma Therapy, Yoga Classes. February Special; Reiki treatment donation only. Tel. 086 344 6944.

MOBILE HOMES - Mobile homes transported, also old mobile graveyard service. Small machinery/tractors transported. Contact Eugene 086-607-1702 MAN WITH CHAIN SAW available for hire Tel 087 979 1719

KI MASSAGE THERAPY—Allow me to help the tension from both mind and body with a beautiful relaxing KI MASSAGE. Call now for more details and to make a booking. Mags Murtagh 086-8531854 GARDENING/PAINTING—All gardening work, hedge trimming, gutters cleaned, painting, general property cleaning.Tel. Bob 087 055 5052.

HOUSEWORK—Lady available to do all housework, cleaning, cooking, ironing, clean windows etc. Contact 087-715-7825

house exchange COUNCIL EXCHANGE—Council exchange wanted from Langfield to bungalow anywhere considered except Cox's or Muirhevna Mor. Contact - BOX NO 129 The Dundalk Leader, 63 Clanbrassil St, Dundalk.

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

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 SELL IT THROUGH A CLASSIFIED— Only €5 for one week up to 20 words.

04293 20888. The Dundalk Leader.

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 042-932-9111 BEDS BEDS BEDS—For the largest selection of beds in Dundalk at unbeatable prices, beds from €79. The Bed Store Unit 24 Northlink Retail Park, Dundalk Tel 042 9320927

classes & courses YOGA CLASSES - 8 Roden Place, Dundalk. Ongoing every Thursday night.

55's and over 5.45pm. General Class 7pm. Free Trial! Contact 085-7347133 and yogawell@gmail.com.

YOGA CLASSES - Yoga Classes for all Mondays & Thursdays 7pm, special men only classes Thursdays 8pm. Wellington Hall, for more info contact Paul 086 3446944 DIGITAL IMAGING - Become an expert on DIGITAL IMAGING. Winter/ Spring course starts in February 2014.

For a detailed brochure, email digitalmac@eircom.net or call Michael on 087 2460997 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 WHY CRY OVER SPILLED MILK IN JUNE? If your child is having a problem in English or Maths, get a private assessment and the solution NOW! Individual classes in both subjects, Primary and Secondary up to honours. Ring Fran on 086 3476107.

special services GERRY’S UPHOLSTERY SERVICE— Suites/Antique furniture repaired and re-covered. Better than new. 086-0800788 CHIMNEY & STOVE CLEANING Inspection & Repair. Tel Paul McArdle 042-9332491/0876660094 - Email tribalky@yahoo.com

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situations Wanted Filipino lady, kind and caring, available to care for elderly person in their own home. References available.

Phone 086 195 9231.

antique restoration Meek Antique Restoration— Scots Pine Cottage, Jenkinstown, Bellurgan, Co. Louth Est 2003. We can restore your antique tables, chairs and repair general family heirlooms Tel 087 2486689.

articles Wanted SOFA BED—Sofa Bed wanted also press down iron in good condition Phone 087 9059768 between 4pm7pm

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Tapas Bar new lunch & tapas menu Served 6 Days 12-3pm

Homemade Soup & Sandwich Combo Only €6.95

new Full Tapas Menu 5.30-9.45pm from €6.95

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Market Square, Dundalk

☎ 042 935 6652

MEAL FOR 2 - 2 Starter, 2 Main, 2 Rice, 1 Naan €22.95 MEAL DEAL - Any Curry & Rice; 1 Doner Kebab/Chicken Kebab, 1 Chicken Nuggets & Chips, 1 Naan, 1 Bottle Coke (1.25L) €22.95 Delivery in Dundalk & Blackrock - Home catering available!

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Premier Indian Restaurant (BYO) 19 PARK ST. DUNDALK 042 933 9822

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Two courses €19.95 Three courses €23.95 Have you tried our new extensive bar & a la carte menus?

Sunday Lunch served from 12.30pm For Now Taking Booking Confirmations & Communions 042 932 3393 e e.i www.thesto neho us

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Telephone: 087 260 2501 anytime

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Conachys Garage Dunleer Ltd Barn Road, Dunleer. Ph: 041 6851726 / 6851957. Email: info@conachys.com

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2014 Ibiza 1.2 Sport 296kms €16950

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SEAT . SALES. SERVICE . PARTS. All make serviced at keen rates. 0% apr finance available on new registrations. All Prices are based on a straight sale Trade-ins welcome.

For Sales Contact Barry on 041 6851726, or David on 086 8316898

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The new Audi S1 and S1 Sportback

The new Audi S1 and S1 Sportback will go on sale later this year. The all-wheeldrive S1 quattro range is available as three door and as a five door Sportback edition.

The S1 is powered by a new 2.0-litre TFSI engine mated to a short-shift six-speed manual gearbox.

It produces 231PS and 370 Nm of torque, which can propel it 0 to 100kph(62mph) in 5.8 and 5.9 seconds (Sportback) and then on to a top speed of 249kph(155mph).

Audi quotes 7L/100km(40.3mpg) on the combined cycle for the three-door version and 7.1L/100km(39.8mpg) for the Sportback, equating to 162 and 166 grams of CO2 per kilometre respectively.

The S1 runs on as standard on 17-inch wheels with 215/40 R17 tyres with the option of 18-inch alternatives.

The S1 features Audi drive select adaptive dynamics system, which allows the driver to vary the response of the throttle and the operating parameters of the electronic climate control across a number of settings, including one designed to optimise efficiency.

There are xenon plus headlights coupled to LED rear lights as standard.

There are two new exterior colour palettes – ‘Vegas Yellow’ and ‘Sepang Blue’ in addition to the standard A1

finished. There is an optional quattro exterior styling package incorporating a sculpted roof spoiler.The interior is finished in what Audi call dark tones, there are high gloss air vent sleeves have a piano black finish, the instruments feature S-specific dark-grey scales, and in contrast the pedal caps are in brushed stainless steel. The Sports seats are a combination of Milano leather and Olympic cloth upholstery.

Core equipment includes electronic climate control, a six-speaker single CD audio system with auxiliary iPod connection and SD card reader linked to a 6.5-inch retractable colour display, a Bluetooth interface and a Driver’s Information System.

You can opt to have S sports seats

finished in black Fine Nappa leather with more pronounced bolsters and integrated head restraints. And there is even a quattro interior styling package which includes these and adds a choice of three colours – high gloss black, red or yellow – for sections of the backrest.

The quattro styling package adds a flat-bottomed leather multi-function steering wheel with contrasting stitching in silver, red or yellow, door armrests in black leather with contrast silver or yellow stitching or in steel grey with contrast red stitching, air vents in high gloss black with a red ring and a high gloss black, red or yellow finish for the centre console. And there are black floor mats with double piping in contrasting colours.

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New Renault Twingo

The new Renault Twingo is set to be unveiled at the Geneva Motorshow in March 2014 At this stage Renault are keeping the engine line-up under wraps but we expect to see the threecylinder engine from the Clio in the new Twingo.

It seems a little like the new Fiat 500 but it has been developed in conjunction with Daimler and will share the DNA of the new Smart For Two / ForFour range. Design cues have been taken from Renault

5 of old, and it mirrors the Twin’Z and Twin’Run concept cars that Renault presented in 2013.

There will be a choice of four vibrant ‘pop’ colours (light blue, white, yellow and red). It would seem that LED day time running lights are standard across the range.

Renault is set to release more information nearer the unveiling at the Geneva Motorshow in March, prices and specifications will follow.

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