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Ladies lift spirits of unwell supporters Wednesday, 18th July, 2012. Vol. 5, Issue 29 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth. Tel: 042 9320888. Fax: 042 9329676. Email: editorial@dundalkleader.com; advertising@dundalkleader.com

Louth ladies’ magnificent victory over Offaly in Sunday’s Leinster Junior Championship Final proved to be a welcome tonic for two of the county’s most fanatical supporters. Nicola Barry and Joe McGee missed Louth’s emphatic thirteen point victory due to illness but according to team captain Aine McGee both their spirits were lifted when news reached them that the Wee County had captured their first Leinster title since 2009. “My dad Joe had triple bypass surgery a few weeks ago so obviously he couldn’t make it to the final which was a bit upsetting for him as he’s an absolute fanatical supporter of the team and he has rarely ever missed a match.” explained Aine. “After the match the team

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Louth team after winning the TG4 Leinster Junior championship final against Offaly at Dr. Cullen Park, Co. Carlow.

bus called out to Stabannon with the cup and we called in to Dad to give him a lift. He was absolutely thrilled that we had won and it made his day to see us all coming in with the cup. “There were a few tears in

his eye when we arrived and it was great to see him so happy. Thankfully he’s recovering well after the surgery” added Aine. Another avid Louth supporter, Nicola Barry, a member of the Stabannon ladies

football team was recently diagnosed with a brain tumour which meant that she too missed the game. The Louth ladies had planned to call into Beaumont hospital on the way Continued on Page 2

THE Campaign Against Household and Water Taxes (CAHWT) is calling on Louth County Council to refrain from prosecuting non payers until the constitutionality of the Charge has been established. The Louth branch has written to County Councillors proposing a motion to have the Council ask the County Manger to desist from prosecuting householders. – which they describe as a dictatorial and unfair stealth home tax. According to the last figures released Co Louth had the third worst compliance rate with 47.9% having paid the €100 charge. Nationally, the Full Story on Page 2

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Campaigners’ plea to Louth County Council THE Campaign Against Household and Water Taxes (CAHWT) is calling on Louth County Council to refrain from prosecuting non payers until the constitutionality of the charge has been established. The Louth branch has written to County Counsillors proposing a motion to have the Council ask the County Manger to desist from prosecuting householders for not paying a ‘dictatorial and unfair stealth home tax.’ According to the latest figures released Co Louth had the third worst compliance rate with 47.9% having paid the €100 charge. Nationally, the government is still struggling to collect the charge as it reveled this week that they were €63million off target with just over 40% of households holding out.

Harvey Norman to re-deploy local workers By Niamh Kirk

CAHWT at the launch of their information pack last week.

The campaign group noted the recent League of Credit Union report, which indicated that almost half of Households have less than €100 to spend at the end of the month. Given this, they say that the government is wrong if they “think they could squeeze any more money out of people”

The letter to the Councillors urged them to show solidarity and support for people who chose to oppose the “austere and hardship measures that are being enforced on those who cannot afford to pay.” An information pack on the Household and Water Charges was launched last week and organisers say there was a good turn out at both the Dundalk and Dunleer Branch. The pack includes a ‘what to do’ guide if a reminder to pay is received form the local authorities. Maeve Curtis a speaker at the launch explained “Essentially, we are advising people to return the letter with a return to sender sticker on it. Alternatively, we suggest people return the letter with an additional letter that we can provide which asks a number of pertinent questions regarding past and future local authority spending amongst other inquiries. The council responses to

these letters can be used in the unlikely event of future court appearances.” When questioned about the possibility of court appearances CAHWT campaigner, Eddie Conroy, said that while they didn’t anticipate there would be any, they have none the less devised a plan just in case. It includes the clogging up of the legal aid system with applications and appeals. He said “We have also sought legal advice and will be providing McKenzie friends from our local support teams if necessary, but again it is important to say we cannot see this happening in the near future.” The Louth CAHWT group will be having another information evening in the ‘Strong Room’ on the Coe’s Road on Tuesday the July 24 at 8pm, where information packs will be available. For Further information call or text 0877050903.

Up to 20 jobs in the Dundalk outlet of Harvey Norman could be affected by reforms announced by the company last week. In a statement released last week the company said that it would re-format the store along with two stores in Northern Ireland and will now focus on furniture and bedding. The company say that nationally up to 40 jobs could be affected by the recent decisions which include the closure of the Mullingar outlet. They do hope that a significant portion of the people affected can be redeployed within the organisation as there are 18 new jobs being created by the company’s expansion and there are a further 14 positions available. The consultation with staff has already begun. The company are pursuing a “Fit For Purpose” philosophy and push on online sales. Harvey Norman Ireland’s Chief `Executive, Blaine Callard, said “Our overall revenue in Ireland is growing, with furniture and bedding offering significant growth opportunities and this is reflected by the expansion in Blanchardstown and the re-formatting of Dundalk and our two Northern Ireland stores. “Our move into online is about giving our customers convenience and choice about how they buy from us, it is all part of our Omni channel strategy.” Harvey Norman is still the country’s second largest electronics retailer with 14 outlets in Ireland two of which are in Co Louth but the company say that Ireland is the only market in their global network that does not make a profit. The turnover for 2011 in Ireland was €139,075,564. Blaine Callard, Chief Executive, Harvey Norman Ireland said hopes the Irish division could break even within four or five years. “When the economy bottoms out and returns even to some modest growth, we’ll be here, and we’ll be profitable” he said. The Harvey Norman Group last year reported worldwide sales of AUD$6.64 billion for the 12 months ending June 30, 2011. This marked a 1.7% rise on the same period for the previous year.

Louth ladies lift spirits of unwell supporters Continued from Page 1 home from the match to show Nicola the cup but those plans were scuppered as Nicola had been let home on day release. However, team captain Aine says that the cup will make its way to Nicola in the next day or two to give her teammate a boost as she battles the tumour. “We’re all thinking of Nicola and we’re all behind her as she battles the tumour.” says Ann. Both Nicola and Joe are sure to be cheering on the ladies in the coming weeks time as they first play Antrim and then Derry in a bid to reach the All Ireland Semi Finals.

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MAD Youth Theatre in national festival Eight of Dundalk’s budding actors joined members from 13 Youth Theatre Groups as a part of the National Festival of Youth Theatre last week. Brandon Mulligan, Sean Behan, Ruairí Conroy, Michael Narainsamy, Lola-

Sara Farrell, Christopher O’Brien, Katie and Rorie Ball were accompanied by group leaders Geraldine Ball and Paul McLoughlin at the week long residential event in Kilkenny. The group have emerged from the in-

tensive workshops having developed their talents and adding some new skill to their resume. The group worked in improvisation, movement, street theatre, play back and commedia del’ arte which was facilitated by some of the country

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in Brief Car Boot Sale

There will be a car boot sale and used furniture sale in the Readypenny Inn car park on Sunday July 22 at noon. Proceeds in aid of Ardee Hospice. €10 per car. Contact Margaret on 086 2381030.

Social Dancing M.A.D Youth’s as they set out for a week of workshops ar the National Festival of Youth Theatre in Kilkenny.

top artists. ages 12 to 21. No experience re- dalk@gmail.com call: 087366 M.A.D YT will be holding quired just an interest in Drama. 0404 or find us on facebook/ their open day in September for Contact us: email: ytfordun- M.A.DYOUTHTHEATRE

Charity walk for Haiti Haven volunteer John Dooley is preparing for his third visit to Haiti to work on the housing rebuilding program following the massive 7.0 earthquake that hit the island in 2010. In an effort to raise funds for the project he has organised a hill walk in the Cooley Mountains for Saturday July 21. The walk will start in the Lumpers, Ravensdale at 2pm and follows the Tain trail

through scenic woodlands and hilltops before the ascent over the Barnavave Gap to the end of Taffes Castle in Carlingford. Subscription to the walk is only €25 and it is expected that it will take about two and a half hours including rest stops to take in the magnificent views en route. John’s first hand experience of the poverty in Haiti has made a lasting impression on him. The island was devastated by

the 2010 earthquake in which 230,000 people died. Two years on the island is still struggling to recover. More than half a million people are still homeless but Haven Partnership, an Irish Charity, have already built 2400 homes and undertaken water, sanitation, community and development programs. John can be contacted on 0862548794 for those interested in getting involved.

There will be an evening of social dancing in Clan na Gael GFC, Ard Easmuinn Rd, Dundalk, on Friday July 20 with music by Show Bud. Dancing from 9.30pm to 12.30am. Admission is €10 and refreshments will be served.

Table Quiz

One of the young Martial Arts School of Fitness. athletes, Monique Martin, will be heading off to Slovakia this September to represent Ireland in the WAKO World Championships. In order to assist with the financing a table quiz will be held in McGeough’s Bar, Roden Place, at 8pm on Friday July 20. Tables of four are only €20.

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Family impress at world championships Karate Family ‘the O Donnachadhas’ returned triumphant from the Karate Word Championships, held in Lithuania last week, where between them they clinched an unprecedented haul of two gold, one silver and one bronze. These karate world championships are for those who train in traditional karate as practiced in Japan and are held every four years. At the championships, Shannon, despite stiff and aggressive opposition, notably from the Russian squad, secured a bronze in the cadets section, which was all the more remarkable considering for the three

The O’Donnachadha family with Sensei Fran Nangle 7th Dan (Chairman of the IKAB) and Sensei Cheryl Kelly 5th Dan (Ireland Coach).

months prior to the competition she had to significantly scale back her training as her preparations’ for her Junior Certificate exams took priority.

Her sister Rachael delivered a world class performance in the under 16 section, easily clinching a world title, and had the honour of claiming a piece of his-

tory by being the first and only under 18 cadet female from Ireland ever to win gold at these championships. Brothers Martin and Joe, not to be outdone by

their older siblings, took home gold and silver respectively in the under 12s and under 10s categories and in the process produced devastating performances that bode well for the future of traditional karate. Apart from their coaches the O’Donnachadha’s thank all those in the local community who supported them and would like to particularly thank the Blackrock community centre committee, especially Vivian, for making the hall available to them for training, to Joe Davidson of Dundalk Thai Boxing Club for fight training, and to Joe Smith for the intensive Kumite training.

Community service for assault on elderly man

Michael Donnelly (48) of Grange Drive, Muirhevnamor who knocked a 76 year-old man and kicked him on the ground, was sentenced to 200 hours community service in lieu of ten month jail. Dundalk Court heard that the injured party received a crack to his shoulder. The case was put back for a report to ascertain whether Donnelly was suitable to do community service,

which his solicitor James McGuill stated he was willing to do. The assault occurred on November 26 2010 and followed a verbal altercation between the defendant and the elderly man, Inspector Brendan Cadden said. The defendant was also sentenced to a similar term of community service in respect of the larceny of a laptop and other matters were

struck out against him and taken into consideration. Inspector Brendan Cadden said that the injured party allegedly grabbed at the 76 year-old and resulted in the latter being knocked to the ground. He continued to be verbally abusive and kicked the injured party. The defendant allegedly left the scene when another party intervened and told Donnelly to stop.

Louth VEC support for minority LOUTH County VEC is hoping that they can help support practical projects from minority groups in the area as they launch the Diverse Leaders Project. They say that they are seeking proposals under the scheme which will give funding to facilitate minority groups to run their own small scale peace building projects, specifically those that address issues such as identity, integration and inclusion. The projects aim to build minority groups’ engagement and participation in the wider community by equipping them with the skills though the development of their own peace building project. The funding is allocated by the EU PEACE III Programme which heads the Diverse Leaders Project.

Pierwsze spotkanie klubu młodych mam odbędzie się w najbliższą środę, 25 lipca, o godzinie 10:30, w domu przy 1 glenmore prak, na muirhevnamor, kilka minut drogi od kościoła the holy family Zapraszamy wszystkie chętne mamy wraz z pociechami na kawę i ploteczki. Dom Kultury Oriel mieszczący się w starym więzieniu przy posterunku Gardy zaprasza wszystkich na cykl koncertów Irlandzkiej muzyki tradycyjnej. Serdecznie wszystkich zachęcamy.

The project has three main objectives, the first a community based bridge building exorcise which helps minority groups communicate with local service providers which in turn enhances the capacity of local businesses to meet the needs of minority groups. A training and mentoring element is also being pursued but it is under the final resource allocation that allows groups to realise their own peace building projects that the VEC are seeking proposals under. The resource allocation for a successful applicant could be up to €8k and in particular they would like to hear from groups that have not yet availed of PEACE III funding before. The deadline for submissions

is 4pm on Friday 20 August 2012 and should take the form of a short project proposal detailing how the funding will allow for the realisation of the proposed peace building initiative. A notice form the VEC said “Access to the funding is conditional on engaging with a training programme that the Diverse Leaders Project will run this September. The VEC hope that participants in this mandatory training will also participate in a more intensive Leadership Training course to be provided in 2013. The Louth PEACE and Reconciliation Secretariat will review and approve all proposals. Further details are available from www.louthvec.ie/peace-3project.html.

Down Syndrome Charity Night

Down Syndrome Ireland Louth/Meath Branch are hosting a charity night on Friday July 20 (The Stephen Lynch Memorial night). The event will take place in the Lisdoo Arms at 9pm and entry is €5. There is certainly plenty of music to entertain with acts including Gerry Mathews, Nick the King of Swing, Mickey Kelly and will also feature Canadian band, The Rocky Mountain Flyers taking to the stage on the night. So put your rockin’ shoes on and come on down and support this great event. Every euro raised goes to Down Syndrome local branch to help them continue their great work..

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Publican assaulted barmaid A 49-year-old publican was told that €500 was “grossly inadequate” to offer to a barmaid employee who he assaulted in his premises. Patrick Belton of Magoney, Inniskeen became abusive, then followed and pushed the woman. She lost her balance and her finger was slit when it became caught in a bottle opener on April 2 last year at Pas Bar, Bridge Street, Dundalk Court heard.

She, as a result quit working, despite efforts by the defendant to resolve the matter. Judge Flan Brennan put the case back for a victim impact report to November 14 next and said that the defendant needed to come up with more compensation. The Judge said he was anxious to see if the injured party, who was stated to be fully recovered, was represented and wished to

say anything. The court heard that the defendant was drinking elsewhere on the night and returned to the premises. His solicitor Paul Tiernan said that the defendant over-reacted to an argument. He was extremely apologetic and to say he was embarrassed was an understatement. He hadn’t drank since the incident. The injured party was an excellent employee.

Education expansion for Dundalk

One of Dundalk town center’s buildings could soon be added to Louth County VEC’s Property portfolio as they seek to add the former ESB Headquarters on Chapel Street to their property portfolio. The VEC has entered into negotiations to secure the 1.02 acre site and transform it into a centre for education in the heart of Dundalk. The VEC is already leasing a section of the building where the Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) programe. The Premises went on the market late in 2011 consisting of a two stories of commercial and office space with a number of cellular accommodation, outbuildings and stores, as well as on-site car parking. At the last meeting of Louth VEC, CEO Dr Padriag Kirk announced that the Department of Education and

The ESB building on Chapel Street. Skills had given the green light to enter into talks with the ESB for the building. The building has a similar square footage as a 250 pupil school and has enough space surrounding it for the provision of outdoor sports. The VEC believe that it would require only a moderate refurbishment to turn the space into offices, classrooms and

utilities. The CEO, Dr. Kirk, described the news as, “an extremely positive development for education provision in the county. Given the major increase in the numbers participating on our courses and programmes over recent years we have been under pressure to find additional accommodation. This par-

ticular premises would allow the VEC to expand significantly on its services to the people of Dundalk and its hinterland”. He added that, “in anticipation of the VEC acquiring the premises soon, we will now be examining our areas of greatest need in a bid to determine the most efficient use for the site”.

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Weekly Quiz

History Which Emperor was nicknamed “The Little Corporal”? Movies Which singer partnered Jerry Lee Lewis in a comedy double act in the 1950s, 60s and 70s? Crime What was the real name of the Dublin gangster nicknamed ‘The General’? Literature The Disney film “The Jungle Book” was based on a novel by which English writer? Local In what Co Louth village would you find Euston St? Rock and Pop Francis Rossi and Rick Purfitt have been the front men of what rock band? Folk Music Who wrote the Christy Moore song “Don’t Forget Your Shovel”?

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Help at hand for new mothers Every mum knows how rewarding a job parenting can be. But it can also be very difficult at times, especially the early years. The good news for those looking for a bit of assistance is that the highly acclaimed, ‘0 To Toddler Show’ will visit the Long Walk Shopping Centre on July 20 and 21. Many new mums struggle to cope in

the first year of motherhood and so need some support. The 0 To Toddler show has been organised to offer new mums help, support and advice. The show has been put together by model and mum Alison Canavan who created the show because of her own personal struggle after she had her son James. Alison says “I suffered very bad postnatal depression and the journey back has

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been tough. Juggling work and being a single mum can be very hard but I’m lucky to have some incredible people in my life.” The ‘0 To Toddler Show’ is about health and well-being for you and your baby from the inside out. You will be guided through those early days and given plenty of information so you can feel confident in your decisions as a new parent. There will be talks on fitness and nutrition.

Musical Society win award Market Sq works

Pot Luck Where would you find a ‘newel post’? Television What actor played Lukewarm in ‘Porridge’ and Emperor Nero in ‘I Cladius’? Fashion Which sports clothing firm were first to put their logo on the outside of their shirts and sweaters? This Week’s Stinker In the Bible, which great patriarch of the Jewish people suffered from a bad stammer?

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Dundalk Musical Society members were thrilled, when at the recent Association of Irish Musical Society (AIMS) awards night in Killarney, popular member Tim Ahern, was named runner up for best actor. Tom’s award came as a result of playing the role of ‘Fagin’ in the society’s production of Oliver last October. The Association of Irish Musical Society awards are held each year in June and are designed to celebrate and acknowledge the very best of talent in various categories. Maura Waring, chairperson of Dundalk Musical Society said that this was a well deserved honour for Tim and the whole society were very proud of him. Tim’s award came despite very stiff competition from other societies around the country. No less than 87 societies were professionally adjudicated. To have received the runner up award is testimony to Tim’s acting skills.

He now adds his award to the ‘Best Actor’ gong he received some years back in the All-Ireland Amateur Drama Awards. Tim first took to the stage as a 22 year old in the Sean O’Casey play ‘The Plough and the Stars’ and he was bitten by the acting bug immediately. “To this day I still enjoy the buzz of walking out on stage and performing in front of a packed audience” says Tim. I’ve been doing this since I was 22 and I still get the same excitement prior to going on stage. “It was lovely to be nominated for an award in Killarney for ‘Best Male Actor’ and I was delighted to be named runner up in my category. “We all had an absolute ball down in Killarney. It was a real red carpet affair full of glitz and razzmatazz.” Tim is now looking forward to playing the role of ‘Max’ in the society’s forthcoming production of ‘The Sound of Music’.

Dundalk Town Council have advised people that there will be temporary road closures around Market Square during August to facilitate putting a final surface on Market Square. Resident engineer for Dundalk Town Council Michael McGrath says the work should take three days but that it can only be done in dry weather. “We are putting a 3mm thick final surface onto Market Square but we can only apply it if the temperature is above 5 degrees celsius and if there’s no rain. “explained Michael. “That is why we couldn’t complete the final surface along with the rest of the work last winter. Obviously it was a really cold winter and we wouldn’t have been able to apply the finish with the sub zero temperatures.” he added. “We plan on finishing this in August and we will wait until we have a forecast that anticipates three days of dry weather. Best case scenario would obviously be to start on the 6th and finish on the 8th and if three forecasted dry days materialise between those dates then the work will be carried out at that time” The purpose of the final finish is to give the square a more aesthetically pleasing look as well as giving a better grip for people during icy conditions. The yellow markings will also give a contrast to the crossing points at the square. The works required at Market Square and Clanbrassil Street are proposed to be undertaken over a three day period between 6th August & 26thAugust 2012, as weather permits. The town council have stressed that it is not just a case of there being good weather for three days. It also would need to have been forecast as good weather.

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Wellington Hall Bar-B-Q

The Wellington Hall Project is holding a Sizzling Summer Barbecue on Saturday July 21 at Bellurgan Park, Bellurgan, Dundalk. Tickets, priced at €20 are available from Oriel Office Supplies, The Ramparts Dundalk and include BBQ food, salad, dessert and wine. Gates open at 7.30pm and food will be served from 8.30pm. Live music from “Power Cut” All proceeds from the event will go to the refurbishment of the Wellington Hall, St Mary’s Road, Dundalk. For more information email wellingtonhallproject@ gmail.com or call 0879856137.

St Patrick’s GFC Lotto

St Patrick’s GFC weekly lotto results for Thursday July 12 are 15, 19, 22, 25 but with no outright winner. Two people matched three numbers but the jackpot is still growing. The next draw is due to take place on Thursday July 19 with E7,800 up for grabs.

1. Napolean Bonaparte 2. Dean Martin 3. Martin Cahill 4. Rudyard Kipling 5. Greenore 6. Status Quo 7. Christy Hennessy 8. The bottom of a banister on a staircase 9. Christopher Biggins 10. Lacoste. Stinker - Moses.

Dundalk Pride Party More success for Cuchulainn CC

Dundalk Outcomers had a very successful Pride celebration last weekend. The events included a Community Dundalk Pride Art exhibition, an Urban Body and Soul day and a sensational Pride Party in the Fairways Hotel. The organisers took to Facebook to thank all involved. They said “Thanks

to everyone for a fantastic Pride Weekend - to the committee who organised it, the volunteers who put in a ridiculous amount of work, and everybody who turned up to make it such a success.” Many of those who attended took to the social network to offer their thanks for the organisers’ efforts too.

Sé Weston topped the podium at the IVCA road race held in Batterstown on Sunday last. He was among 100 entrants and as one of the stronger riders in the series, and a national champion to boot, he started in the last group of six some 25mins after the first riders set off. As the race entered the final 10km of the 80kms, all the groups had come together with the exception of four riders who were hanging on for the win. Things heated up with 4km to go when Sé separated from the bunch and set off on a lone pursuit of the leaders. He quickly

Sé Weston takes the win.

closed the gap on the long straight to the finish but it looked like the Cuchulainn riders would run out of road. However, with less than 300ms to go he caught the small group

and road through them to take the winner’s flag. This is an excellent result for Sé, which bodes well for next weekend when himself and Martin Grey defend their national championship

titles. Also racing Ray Fedigan and Jimmy Flynn finished safely in the main bunch. While the ladies league was cancelled due to bad weather, the off-roaders had no such

issues. Underage rider Aaron McCann was fastest on the night, ahead of Gary Morton and Stephen Kenny.Terry McEneaney, whom finished in 9th position on Tuesday night. In the FPM Accountants League Bryan McCrystal set a new course record of just over 20mins for the Castlebellingham and back 10mile time trial. McCrystal averaged almost 30mph for the 10miles on a route that is not known for producing fast times. Second fastest on the night was another McCrystal, Eve and third spot went to Robbie Caraher.

Ardee Celtic FC underage awards & end of season round-up Ardee Celtic brought the curtain down on the 2011-2012 Season with their recent Annual Underage Presentations. This season’s Underage ‘Players of the Year’ were Cillian Taaffe, Eoin Rogers, Harry Butterly, Jamie Ward, Dean Burns, Robert Lambe, Darragh Carroll, Conor Watters, Josh Curtis, Tommy Duff, Ciaran Slevin, Aaron Devlin, Josh Martin, Tommy Molloy, James Carraher, Josh Bishun, Glen Matthews, Callum Duffy, Daire Shevlin. Particular mentions to our U9 team who won the Drogheda SL Cup; our U18s who won the

U18 Dundalk SL Premier League; our U15s won finished League runners-up and our U11s won reached the last 16 in the SFAI National Cup. Well done too all the players involved with their League Representative Squads; the U14 players who were at the recent Kennedy Cup and U15 & U12 players who will be in action in the coming weeks in the Milk Cup and Umbro Cup. Last season proved to be one of the busiest that the club has experienced to date with many note worthy events co-inciding with the club’s 20th anniversary.

On the recent May Bank Holiday Weekend, the club held the Official Opening of their Townparks Grounds and Clubhouse. The impressive facilities at the club were developed in a number of staged phases over the last 10 years thanks to the dedication of committed club members and the support of the surrounding community. It was a very proud occasion when the FAI’s CEO John Delaney visited the club to officially open the facilities. Ardee Celtic also picked up the FAI Aviva Club of the Month Award for April 2012 in recogni-

tion of the work undertaken at the club. As part of the award, a promotional video of the club was shot and can be now viewed on Youtube or on the club’s website. Ardee Celtic are delighted to be in contention for the Club of the Year Award, alongside the other 7 Month Award winners, which will be announced this coming Friday at the FAI AGM in Letterkenny. The club are looking to launch a number of girls teams to enter the NECSL’s Leagues at U-8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 age levels. Contact Paddy Griffin, on 083-4280126.

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Dundalk Leader 18th July 2012 Dundalk Chamber of Commerce have discussed the possibility of a Dundalk Newry Economic Zone with Minister for Foreign Affairs John Costello. The Chamber were acting on foot of the Cross-Border Economic Renewal: Rethinking Regional Policy in Ireland report. The report proposed taking a new approach to developing the region by targeting four key areas of SME enterprise, tourism, agriculture and food processing and green business. The report proposed that defining the border region and implementing policy in the four

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Peter Fitzpatrick TD, Michael Curran Director of Economic and Cross Border Development Louth County Council LCC, Edel O’Mahony European and Economic Unit LCC, Minister Richard Bruton TD, Paddy Malone and Declan Murphy Dundalk Chamber.

sectors they identified for development. While the border regions institution may be ready

to join forces the national bodies which are needed to support the development are lagging behind

according to Labour TD Ged Nash. Minister Costello has asked the North South Ministerial Secretariat to meet with Dundalk Chamber of Commerce to develop the idea further. This major study of the economy of cross-border economic renewal was carried out by Dr John Bradley, formerly of the Economic and Social Research Institute in Dublin, and Professor Michael Best of the University of Massachusetts Lowell and Cambridge University. It was published in April this year.

Impersonator tried to obtain welfare A 28-year-old Lithuanian man pretended to be another man to twice try to claim social welfare payments, impersonating in one instance a man in jail. These were among a series of offences to which Genrich Zaicev , Griffith Court, Dundalk pleaded guilty. They included thefts, public order and unlawful possession of drugs, which mostly occurred within a short period before Christmas. A relationship he was involved in broke up and he was drinking heavily, his solicitor Frank McDonnell told the local court. Inspector Brendan Cadden said on November 9 the defendant went to the Social Welfare Offices and attempted to collect a payment

in the name of a different person. He was declined payment. Seven days later he posed as another person in an attempt to collect that person’s social welfare, and produced ID to support his claim. A staff member was suspicious and declined payment again. The person in whose name he tried to obtain the money was serving a sentence. The inspector continued that on November 18 the Gardai were called to Matthews Pharmacy, Park Street and arrested him for being drunk. He was searched at the Garda Station and a bottle of perfume, value €88 was concealed in the back of his jacket.

On December 1 he also stole a bottle of Jack Daniel whiskey from Dunnes Stores, The Marshes which he had put up his sleeve. The inspector said the defendant on February 22 last year was found with methadone in a bottle for which he hadn’t a prescription. Mr McDonnell said the defendant was in the country almost eight years and was working until last year. Happily nobody was at a loss because of his behaviour. Judge Flan Brennan adjourned the charges to November 14th to obtain a report on whether the defendant was suitable to do community service. He acceded to a request to relax his bail terms to return home over the summer.

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Yes, there’s been little opportunity to get steaks sizzling in the back garden and with little hope of BBQ season taking of in a traditional manner those who enjoy the outdoor’s cuisine need to take every opportunity they can get. And there is one on the horizon as Met Eireann has hinted that some extended clear spells and some warm weather should be on the way this weekend. So there’s plenty of time to spruce up the grill, get the fuel, stock-up on supplies and research some recipes. Although in general bad weather need not get in

the way of a good barbeque provided you don’t depend on prolonged sunshine. BBQ enthusiasts recommend paying close attention to the fuel being used. Gas BBQ’s are best in this situation but fear not if you use solid fuels. Charcoal is the traditional choice but it can take a bit of time to heat up enough to really get cooking so it’s a good idea to have the fire well under way before guests arrive. Also using quick cooking and easily prepared ingredients can also help make the most of a temperamental weather. Some steaks and kebabs rather than slow

cooking dishes and be prepared to make the most of the sunshine when it makes an appearance. Tarpaulin has become a friend to the Irish summer barbecue. Gazebos that have been sold to us to offer protection from the sun can now used to take shelter from the indecisive rain. Whatever the weather the good old Barbie is still the most energetic of al fresco dinner parties. Very often a last minute affair, (after all, we are slaves to the weather Gods) the spontaneous Barbie is often one of the highlight of one’s social calendar. Everyone has an

opinion on what makes a good barbecue, but the main ingredients are always the

same: Fresh, local food accompanied by family and friends.

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Nan Sharkeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 80th Birthday

Nan Sharkey (front right) celebrated her 80th birthday with some of her friends from bingo.

hy and Alan Sharkey. Sinead Mc Kevitt, Catherine Murp

Kathleen and Paul Farrelly with daughter Hannah.

Nan Sharkey who had a surprise 80th birthday party at St Pats on Saturday night with Kevin Ludlow. Thomas Doyle and Roisin Bradley.

Rory McGuinness Walter White, Aoife Boland and

Maureen and Mick Doyle.

Michelle and Lauren SharAndrew, Claire and John Sharkey with Stephen Fisher. key.

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Nestling Project on visit to Dublin

Members of the Nestling Project with Senator Mary Moran visiting Leinster House. Members of The Nestling Project travelled to Dublin on July 4 for a tour that included a visit to Leinster House, Guinness Brewery and Kilmainham Gaol. On arrival the Nestling members were greeted by Senator Mary Moran who had organised refreshments, followed with a full tour of Leinster House, including the Dail and Seanad.

On leaving Leinster House a bus tour of Dublin included Georgian Dublin, the Guinness Brewery, Killmainham Gaol and the Phoenix Park. The project organisers are also reminding people about “Good Morning Louth” which is a free telephone service to people aged over 65 years in County Louth. Volunteers who are Garda vetted and

trained, ring people in their homes for a chat, to ensure they are safe and well and to share information on local services. It also addresses issues of isolation and loneliness. Pat Kerins and Ann Marron of The Nestling Project feel that “Good Morning Louth” is the natural progression in linking people and services. It is an extension of the vol-

unteer home visits and local community groups which are very successful in Dundalk. Both identified a need to reach out and connect more older people throughout the county and are delighted with the success of their latest initiative. For further information on “Good Morning Louth” please ring 042 9330103.

Took phone and money from takeaway A 24-year-old Dundalk man was brought before Dundalk Court on Wednesday having been arrested early that morning and charged with a robbery at a local takeaway restaurant. Stephen Dollard of Riverwell Close was refused bail follow-

ing a Garda objection and remanded in custody for a week to Cloverhill. Garda Pearse Doherty, Blackrock who arrested and charged the defendant, said he made no reply to the charge. He is alleged to have robbed a mo-

bile phone and €50 cash at the Punjab House, Blackrock on June 27 last. Judge Flann Brennan refused to release the defendant who, he said, admitted he was failing to comply with bail terms fixed by the High Court.

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Following the overwhelming success of last year’s outdoor extravaganzas in Seatown, the publicans in one of Dundalk’s finest entertainment areas have organised a two-day music festival for this coming weekend. Seafest takes place this Saturday July 21 and Sunday July 22 featuring a host of local musicians. It’s time to face the Irish Summer head on and two days of music will cater for all tastes with the first band taking to the stage on Saturday evening. Canada’s Rocky Mountain Flyers will perform an eclectic at the event as a part of their world tour and they will be followed by popular Dundalk based cover band The New Originals. Sunday sees the return of Bagatelle with Dundalk’s own Liam Reilly belting out their world famous hits like Summer in Dublin and Fight of the Earls from 4pm. Dundalk FM’s Roadshow will also be on hand for some added entertainment as will the Woo Doo Rythem , (formerly known as Thin as Lizzy) who undoubtedly have the crowds ‘Dancing in the Moonlight.’ Sunday will be a family fun day as the local GAA club the Young Irelands will organise fun and games, local entrepreneurs will have market stalls and many bars will host a barbeque too. The concerts are free but they are not BYO events.

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Fane Bar’s Charity Tribute Night

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MORE than €630 was raised at the Fane Bar’s Chairty Tribute night in aid of local suicide prevention suport group SOSAD. Such was the success of the event that the staff in the Fane are already planning another ‘Fane Bar Charity All Stars Tribute Night’ for the August Bank Holiday weekend, August 5. The Fane are looking to hear from anyone who is interested in participating or performing as their favourite artist in their next event. Anyone who is intersted can contact Colman on 042 9381932.

Seven Wonders of Ireland The tourist industry in the northeast is once again being offered an accolade to help promote the area as two of the regions historical hot spots have made it onto Ingenious Ireland’s Seven Wonders of Ireland list. Newgrange and the Boyne Viaduct were both selected as ‘world class wonders’ under considerations similar to those of the international wonders which include scientific discovery, engineering feats, natural beauty and more. Standing for 5000 years it is no surprise to see Newgrange on the list being the world’s oldest astronomical observatory. Archaeologists clas-

sified Newgrange as a passage tomb, however it is now regarded as much more and the term Ancient Temple is considered to be more fitting as it reflects the astrological, spiritual, religious and ceremonial importance of the site more accurately. It is also a UNESCO world heritage site. The Boyne Viaduct, an elegant railway bridge on the Dublin-Belfast railway line, was a wonder of the engineering world when it opened in 1855. To minimise the weight, it was made from a lattice of wrought iron girders, and was the longest of its kind of the world then, at 155 metres.

As well as the two sites in the north-east, the list includes the Giant’s Causeway, The Burren and the remarkable locally built and lovingly restored to full operation, the telescope at Birr Castle – the world’s largest from 1845 to 1917. Ingenious Ireland is a tourism initiative led by Mary Mulvihill formerly a geneticist and statistician in agricultural research. The website is aimed at giving tourists with an interest in exploring the Country’s historical and scientific heritage. The site is based on the award winning Ingenious Ireland Guidebook.

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Hunt is on for the Carlingford Oyster Pearl Carlingford Oyster Festival is promising four fun filled days from August Thursday 9 – Sunday August 12 with Oysters, Oysters, Oysters…! This year the festival is re introducing the famous Oyster Pearl competition which is being sponsored by Morgan’s Fine Fish, Omeath. The well known ‘lovely girl’ competition that crowned over 22 pearls in its day and made many a mammy cry with pride, is polishing up the crown ready for the new millennium pearl ..!

The participation criteria is slightly changed however. Bling with matching wellies is now a compulsory accessory and brownie points will be awarded to the girlie who wears a self knitted item. A box of Kleenex is also a prerequisite in order to find out the least amount it takes to discover the hidden pearl. For the vocally challenged, rest assured - if you can’t play an instrument there will be karoke machine on hand to assist. Any pearl worth her salt (water) should

have a good tale to tell and the way to a judges heart is still through the stomach so some nice wee baked treats is sure to warm their hearts to a lassie. A sense of humour remains essential as the competition is likely to be one to remember. So Girls Don’t Miss it- enter now!!! Winner will be crowned Morgan’s Fine Fish Carlingford Oyster Pearl 2012, receiving €1000 CASH AND One year’s full membership to The Four Seasons Hotel Leisure Centre, Carlingford.

David Kitt for Spirit Store World-renowned singer/songwriter David Kitt is coming to the Spirit Store Dundalk this July 28. There have been many an outstanding moments in Kitt’s career to date, six album releases, number ones, awards and some stellar performances. But on the night he will bring the audience back to the one that kick started them all as he performs his debut album ‘Small Moments’ in it’s entirety as well as some newer material.

Kitt both recorded and mixed his debut in his bedroom before releasing it to much acclaim in 2000. The home recordings had humble beginnings but none -the -less won him some notable fans including David Bowie and Bob Hariss. Within12 months his second album, The Big Romance, was flying off the shelves and his third album, Square 1, went straight to number one in both the UK

Dundalk band support Thin Lizzy

Dundalk band Manifesto made a huge leap in their musical careers when they supported Thin Lizzy at the Galway

Volvo Ocean Race. The rock-pop-punk outfit won a competition to support the Irish rock legends with their local youth

centre run by Kevin Moran. More than 2000 people turned up to see the guys perform.

and Irish Charts. Kitt has always been celebrated for the access to his thoughts and feelings he grants his listeners as he delves into the some of the most poignant moments but happy and sad of his life. One of Irelands finest musical exports he is a singer songwriter with an edge as cross genres. Much of his music has a mellow quality but is often infused with added extras.

World-renowned singer/songwriter David Kitt

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Police Academy star to return to Ardee Michael Winslow, best known for playing Larvell “Motor Mouth” Jones in the Police Academy series, is bringing his new one-man show to Ardee Laughs at Bogger’s Lounge on Tuesday July 24 . Windslow’s performance in the Lounge follows a sell-out show by the American star in the Ardee venue in February, where he received a standing ovation. As a master of vocal gym-

Michael Winslow.

nastics can imitate thousands of sounds from the wail of Jimi Hendrix’s guitar solos to mobile phones. His

“Man of 10,000 Sound Effects” show wowed critics at last year’s Edinburgh Festival. Winslow is the latest

comedy star to play Ardee Laughs, which is gaining momentum as one of the North Easts best comedy clubs. Organisers are securing some notable names touring the comedy circuit including Phill Jupitus, Des Bishop, Neil Delamere, Ardal O’Hanlon and PJ Gallagher. There are a limited number of tickets still available for €20 from the venue or online at www.boggerslounge. com

“Electric Picnic” charity cycle Two local lads, Mickey McKenna and Killian Walsh, are getting on their bikes to this year’s Electric Picnic in Stradbally estate Co Laois in order to raise money for Temple Street Children’s Hospital. To boost the fundrais-

ing effort they are holding a Table Quiz in the Spirit Store this Thursday July 19 and they promise that it “will be like no other table quiz that you’ve been to.” But before they start dancing at the festival, they will be

dancing on the pedals on the Give2Go 82km challenging route from Dublin to Laois. They will join some 800 cyclists all raising much needed funds for Temple Street which is the first port of call for thousands of sick children

every year. The first 2 Wheels Tour de Picnic took place in 2009 and has raised over half a million euro for Temple Street Children’s hospitals since through the individual efforts of people like Mickey and Killian.

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Turbulent week for Dundalk FC It’s been another turbulent week for Dundalk FC but there seems to be a bit of light shining through the gloom with general manager Paul Johnstone confirming that the club have been approached by an interested party with a view of taking over the club. “We’ve had one official expression of interest. It has been put in writing so I would consider it serious. The offer is privy to the people involved and we have said that any expression would be treated with confidentiality.” These comments came just days after a fundraiser meeting was held to try and safeguard the future of the club. There have been a number of initiatives outlined to take place over the coming weeks as worried supporters try and ensure the Lilywhites don’t go the same way as Monaghan Town who were forced to exit the league last month. Dundalk will play a Chelsea X1 next month in a glamorous friendly tie in Oriel Park which they hope will attract big crowds to the Carrick Road venue. Also in August the club will organise a concert on the August Bank Holiday weekend featuring the very best of Dundalk musical talent in an effort to raise money for the club. The concert entitled ‘Project Dundalk’ will feature Jinx Lennon , The Trampz and the Malarkeys. Tickets are priced at €10 with a raffle taking place on the night for old memorabilia from past and present players. Dundalk FC legend Tom McNulty will also be in attendance in what is sure to be an excellent evening’s entertainment. The campaign to save the club has gathered strength over the past week with ‘Save Our Club’ trending on Twitter last week. It has also been announced that Dundalk will open a special bank account which can be used specifically for donations whist a text service will also be initiated where supporters can text the club to donate money.

Open Door Tour of the Green Church This week the Open Door tour took place in St Nicholas Church of Ireland on Saturday July 7. Organised by Dundalk Tidy Towns the tour was given by Rev Sandra Pragnall. Two more tours remain in the programme which will be taking place in the coming weeks. The venues are the Dundalk Fire Brigade and Redemptorist Gardens.

Bank chiefs are tight-lipped over reports of bank closures Bank chiefs in County Louth are remaining tight lipped over reports that AIB, EBS, Ulster Bank and Permanent TSB plan to close 200 branches between them over the next two years. Each of the banks are scrutinising costs in a bid to reverse the trend that has emerged where cost growth is outstripping revenue growth. The first step for the banks is to examine the size of their workforces, and with no material improvement in domestic and international financial market conditions in sight, expectations in the industry are grim. A spokesperson for AIB said the bank were declining to comment on the reports and indicated that they

would not release any statements until all staff at their branches had been informed of the banks future plans. However it is thought that AIB bosses in Dundalk sent an internal memo to workers last week confirming speculation that some “unviable” outlets would be shut down as part of costcutting plans. The bank announced plans in March to lay off 2,500 workers by the end of 2013 in a bid to save 170 million euro in a year. Half the redundancies will be made this year and the other half next. Banks have had to find ways of cutting costs in order to become profitable again with mortgage lending figures fallen by 90%.

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NEW RENAULT CLIO

The fourth generation Renault Clio has been unveiled ahead of its launch in early 2013 – the new model will only be available with five-doors. Originally launched in 1990, 11.5 million Clios have been sold worldwide and is arguably the most important car in Renault’s line-up. There is

wide range of engine options at launch including Renault’s first three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, the 0.9-litre TCe 90 which delivers the same performance as a normally-aspirated 1.4-litre engine, with 65.7 mpg and CO2 emissions of 99g/km. The TCe 120 and in the first half 2013 the dCi 90 engine can be specified with a six-speed

EDC transmission (Efficient Dual Clutch), which offer Clio owners the option of an automatic gearbox with near seamless changes. The new Clio is all about saving fuel, lowering CO2 emissions and introducing new technology. Including Renault’s R-Link which offers a bridge between the car and the outside via 7’

inch TFT touchscreen with TomTom navigation plus you can add your own apps via My Renault. One Renault R-Link app – Renault R-Sound Effect – enables the audio experience inside New Clio to be personalised by immersing the cabin in a specific sound environment. More info. nearer the launch date.

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