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Wednesday 29th February, 2012. Vol. 5, Issue 9. 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth. Tel: 042 9320888 Fax: 042 9329676 Email: editorial@dundalkleader.com / advertising@dundalkleader.com
By Paul Byrne
A Dundalk couple are hoping to raise €45,000 to send their ten month old baby girl to America for life saving stem cell treatment in April of this year. Little Ellen Barron McGee has a rare life threatening condition called Mitochondrial Disorder which means that she probably won’t see 18 months if she doesn’t receive the stem cell treatment soon. Ellen is the daughter of Lisa McGee from Ashling Park in Dundalk and Tom Barron from Dublin. She also has a twin who does not suffer from this condition. Lisa and Tom lost their son Christian to the same condition ten years ago and with the help of friends they plan on organising numerous fundraising Above: Ellen Barron McGee needs urgent treatment to save her events to ensure Ellen is given a life; top right: Ellen’s mother Lisa with her twins.
chance of survival. The Mitochondria is the part of the cell responsible for energy production. If the Mitochondria is defective, your body cannot function as it should. The brain becomes impaired, muscles start to twitch spastically and weaken, the heart does not pump correctly, vision becomes impaired and the list can go on. Audrey Mackin who is a Continued on Page 7
Girls turn 12 on third birthday By Eunan Whyte
Two local school girls will celebrate abig occasion today when they turn 12 on what is only their third birthday. Rachel Watters, from Mountainview and Sarah Cairns, from the Racecourse Road, have had to wait four years to celebrate their official birthday, having been born on Leap Day in 2002. Full story page 10
Prodijig ask Dundalk for support
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to the stage this Sunday for the Grand-Final of Darren Casey who Sky’s ‘Got to Dance’ is part of dance sensa- and he is asking the tions ‘Prodijig’ returns people of Dundalk to By Paul Byrne
vote for the group. Prodijig are one of ten finalists who will be battling out for the £250,000 prize next Sunday (March 4), and they face a gruelling week of rehearsals as they try to perfect their routine for Sunday evenings final. Former De La Salle student Darren, who hails from Fatima, who had a spell as a mem-
ber of the world famous Riverdance troupe and according to his mother Linda, he cannot wait for Sunday night’s final in the Olympia theatre, London. “I was talking to Darren last night on the phone and he says that he’s a wee bit nervous but at the same time he’s excited and he just wants to give it everything he
has.” said Linda. “Myself, Darren’s aunt and his niece are travelling over to the final on Sunday and we know that the whole group will do us proud. “Darren is so grateful for all the votes that the people in Dundalk and Ireland have given Prodijig so far and he hopes that support will continue and people ring in to vote
on Sunday to help them win the competition.” she added. Darren (22) is one of seven Irish dancers who hope to dance their way to the €250,000 prize on Sunday evening. The live finale will take place this Sunday at 6pm in front of 6000 people at London’s Olympia and will be screened live on Sky 1. Darren Casey
Payments delayed due to post office dispute By Paul Byrne
Hundreds of outraged residents were left without social welfare payments on Monday morn-
ing as a dispute between An Post and postmaster of Castletown Post Office, Frank McArdle, escalated over the weekend. Mr McArdle who ran the Post Office as a contractor had originally told An Post that he intended to retire as postmaster of Castletown on Tuesday February 28 (yesterday). A new post office was due to open on Thursday March 1 on the Castletown Road in a building beside the Mace garage. However, in recent weeks Mr McArdle attempted to withdraw his resignation as postmaster and indicated that he wanted to carry on as before. An Post refused to accept this withdrawal and a dispute broke out between the two parties. This dispute resulted in Mr McArdle keeping the post office closed on Monday morning leaving scores of nearby residents unable to receive social welfare payments until Thursday. One local resident hit out at those involved with the dispute saying “It’s
News
in Brief Four to face trial for assault
A man and three women are to face trial on assault charges following an incident at Maple Close, Avenue Road on February 28 2010. Alan Scott (39) 31, Feran Drive, Louth Village faces four counts of assault causing harm, while Marie (35) and Samantha Scott (40), of 14 Chesnut Grove, Bay Estate and 21, Fr Finn Park , Louth Village, respectively, are each charged with one count alleging the same offence, along with Yvonne Connolly ( 39), 20, Cloneevan Haggardstown. All four were remanded at the local court on Wednesday last on their existing bail terms to appear before Dundalk Circuit Court on April 17.
Attempted robbery
Conor Gartland (19) of 433, Ashling Park had a charge of attempted robbery at Sloane’s shop, Avenue Road on August 12 last put back at Dundalk Court for a book of evidence to be prepared. The Director of Public Prosecutions has directed that the charge The shutters were down on Monday and a notice put up proceed by indictment in the circuit court. not right that we cannot closed on Monday morn- It and other charges access our money here ing as a result of a con- against the accused were today. We were given tractual dispute between adjourned to May 23.
absolutely no notice of this and there are people here that are relying on money to pay bills and put food on the table. We shouldn’t have to wait three days. It’s not right” Angus Laverty, public affairs manager with An Post, acknowledged that there was a dispute between Frank McArdle and An Post and apolo-
the postmaster and An Post. We can confirm that a new post office will be opening near the Mace garage on the Castletown Road on Thursday morning. An Post would like to apologise for any inconvenience experienced by our customers” Frank McArdle was unavailable for comment at time of going to press.
Wildlife talk
Conn Flynn of the Irish Wildlife Trust will give an illustrated talk entitled “Badgers and bovine TB in Ireland” at 8pm on March 5 in the Spirit Store, Dundalk Docks, gised for any inconvenDundalk. The talk will ience that may have been cover badger natural caused. history and ecology and “The post office at particularly address the Castletown Road was threats to badgers in relation to measures aimed at combating bovine TB. Entry is free and all are All the business development and entrepreneurship, hear about welcome
Teeling to launch Enterprise Week John Teeling – recently in the news with the successful sale of Cooley Distillery to Beam Inc. for €73million – will launch the sixth annual Louth Enterprise week at lunchtime on Monday March 5. Along with being a serial entrepreneur John has always been a keen promoter and supporter of small businesses in this area and it is expected that his address in the recently refurbished P J Carroll building at the Dundalk Institute of Technology will be both interesting and insightful. The winners of the 2012 Louth Enterprise awards will also be announced at this event, and the winners will be presented with their specially commissioned Patricia Murphy paintings.
agencies in County Louth are participating in Louth Enterprise Week which is being staged from March 5 to 10. This initiative, organised by Louth County Enterprise Board, will present a series of events in Dundalk, Drogheda and Ardee, dedicated to entrepreneurship and enterprise. Business owners, employees, students and members of the public will have the opportunity to meet directly with staff and programme managers who will be on hand to offer information and advice, share experiences and open doors to new business opportunities. The various events will help participants to explore innovation
starting a business, learn about options for women in business and discuss craft and creative enterprise, networking, mentoring and branding. There will also be one day dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship in schools, with the winners of the Louth Student Enterprise competition being announced at an exhibition of student entrepreneurship in the Fairways Hotel in Dundalk. Most events are free, but some events require pre-booking. Visit www.lceb.ie or call on 042 932 7099 to secure a reservation, or indeed to get more information about their particular areas of interest.
Dog found
A small dog was found in the Seatown area, Dundalk, on Friday last. Call 086 8125774.
Dance-a-thon
The launch of the Strictly Come Irish Dancing contest will take place in The Marshes on Saturday March 3 at 3pm. A dancea-thon will be held from 1.30pm to 5pm in aid of Scoil Rince Cois Ceoil, Dromiskin, to raise funds for the trip to the World Dancing Championships in Boston next year.
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Man gets community service for harassment conviction
A 43-year-old unemployed man Mark Williams of 9, Hazelcourt, Bay Estate who was convicted of a series of harassment charges, was sentenced to 120 hours commu-
nity service. He was also convicted of assaulting the woman involved by kicking her in the shin at Dundalk District Court on June 8th last year. This charge was taken into
account. The case was heard at Dundalk Court in December and adjourned to Wednesday last for a report to assess Williams suitability to do community service in
lieu of six months in jail. The harassment related to incidents at different locations in and about Dundalk on dates between April 16th and August 2 last year.
Rebecca Kerr and Ciara O’Shaughnessy, two of a group of students from Transition Year in St.Vincent’s school who continued their fundraising efforts with a delicious pancake sale on Shrove Tuesday in aid of St Vincent de Paul and The Apple Tree Foundation. So far pupils from TY1 and TY4 classes have raised over €5000 for the charities through a culmination of events including bag-packing, raffles and cake sales under the guidance of their teacher Maura Hennessy.
Student president urges respect during Rag Week DKIT student union president James Clarke has called for all students to have respect for their neighbours during this year’s college ‘Rag-Week’. Last year there were a number of incidents reported to Gardaí during Rag Week, including one where trees were sawn down by a young man at Rockfield Court in the early hours of the morning. There were also a number of arrests for drugs possession and public order breaches and around 15 people were issued with on-thespot fines for infringing bylaws on drinking in public. This year the student union have created closer links to community
Gardai and according to James Clarke the move will help to quell any anti-social behaviour. “This year we are putting a huge focus on anti-social behaviour and over the last few months we have been meeting up with Community Gardai at least once a month” explained James. “We have also been in contact with the various residents association around this area and we have been working with them to try to ensure there are no antibehaviour issues this year “In general the students are well behaved but we acknowledge that there are a small minority who don’t behave each year and this is
what we are trying to get rid off” he added. “In addition, after Rag Week is over, a number of our students will help in a clean-up operation around college estates that included filling bin bags and hiring a road sweeping machine. “The message we are aiming to get across to DkIT students is to have fun but make sure to respect your neighbours. Respect is the key here and hopefully we can all work together to ensure there are no issues with this year’s Rag Week”, he added. ‘Rag Week’ begins on Monday March 5 and runs for the entire week.
Students raise €1,000 for muscular dystrophy
Transition Year Students from the Marist Dundalk who took part in a bag pack in Dunnes Stores, Marshes, on Friday February 3. A total of €1,017 was raised for Muscular Dystrophy, Ireland.
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Group battles for the rights of self-employed By Eunan Whyte
A new group has been formed in Dundalk to highlight the challenges being faced by the selfemployed. Self Employed Alliance Dundalk (SEADK) is calling on both the self-employed and unemployed self-employed people to come together to share their experiences and fight for better recognition. One of the local businessmen involved in the organisation, Jock McArdle, explained the reasons behind its formation. “We want to achieve proper recognition at local and national level for the self-employed.
“The idea was borne out of frustration and one of the main issues is that if you lose your business you are entitled to nothing on the dole and if you are sick, you get nothing. “They only thing you are entitle to is a state pension and many people believe that is an unfair way to treat people who have worked all their lives and contributed to the economy. “We hear examples all the time like a man who employed 14 electricians but when the business failed, he was the only one not entitled to any social welfare”, added Jock. SEADK meet every Monday
night in The Chestnut, Long Walk, at 6.30pm with meetings lasting only 30 minutes. “I would encourage people to come along to let us know the issues that are affecting them. We had 13 at the first meeting and we hope that all those people will bring two more to the next one. “This is a non-political organisation and while there is nothing else like it in the country, there is interest in expanding the group nationwide in the future, so we can eventually form a strong lobby group”, he added. Those interested in finding out more can contact Jock McArdle on 086 3954830.
Enjoying the refreshments at the Dealgan Nursing Home art exhibition recently
Charity Mock Wedding
The Joes Players present the Social Event of 2012 so far! The Mock Wedding in conjunction with the Irish Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day on Saturday the 3rd March. The wedding party will consist of a variety of GAA celebrities from across the county. The €20 ticket will get you a top
class show, top class band, three course meal and an evening of craic. Tickets are limited to 300 and selling fast, so don’t delay, buy yours today. Available from all Joes adult players. For enquiries contact: Paul Dromgoole 087-1224075 pauldromgoole@gmail.com Derek Mulli-
gan 087-2851341 Conal O Hanlon 087-9766135 Philip Kinahan 0872489553. (Photo of members of cast attached – Back L-R Tom Quigley, Sean Mc Cann, Philip Kinahan, Derek Mulligan, Gary Kinahan. Front L-R Meabh O Hare, Aine Mc Gee, Gerry Kinahan, Aoife Callan, Enda Mc Keown)
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Eddie Hobbs to help local families in financial difficulty RTE cameras and economist Eddie Hobbs are to visit Dundalk in an effort to help local families with their finances. The Consumer Show is back for its third series and will be taking one of its Money Community Clinics to the area on March 10. The show’s organisers are looking for young and old to get involved. Renowned economist
Eddie Hobbs will be on hand for the day to answer financial and consumer questions one to one so participants can get personalised expert advice. The show will tackle consumer rights, entitlements and help people identify and deal with infringements. Mr Hobbs is welcoming all queries, whether it is a consumer problem over
a warranty or broken products to queries over pensions or what to do with confirmation money but to get the best advice RTE are asking that those who are interested get in touch beforehand. Researchers say “If anyone would like to get financial guidance from Eddie, or have a chat about any other concerns or questions they may have as consumers,
please call or email us in confidence first: Sharon Newman, Researcher, 01 2084645. If people do not want to talk directly about money problems, they could ask about their rights in a more roundabout way like Mortgage Relief. We will always be very sensitive with people and they can outline beforehand what they feel comfortable talking about.”
Official launch of Saint Patrick’s Day parade Dundalk’s St Patrick’s Day parade was officially launched in the Longwalk Shopping Centre on Thursday February 23. Tom Savage, chairman of the RTÉ Board and chairman of The Communications Clinic, performed the official duties. Tom is originally from Louth and still has ties with the town of Dundalk. The theme for the festival
this year is “Land of Legends… and Full of Life”, which is based around the story of the Tain. The festival is taking place on Saturday 17 March and it is expected to attract a lot of visitors to the town. The Long Walk Shopping Centre will provide some postparade entertainment with the Northern Ireland Friendship Band playing from 2:30pm.
Jimmy Cumiskey, Chairman of the St. Patrick’s Day Committee said “A great deal of interest has been expressed in this year’s parade and the people of Dundalk have been very proactive and supportive in bringing together community involvement and sponsorship from local businesses has been very much appreciated. We look forward to what is going to be a great celebration.
Paddy Malone, President of Dundalk Chamber of Commerce, Elaine McGeough, Manager Long Walk Shopping Centre and Tom Savage at the launch of the St Patrick’s Day Parade
Artists exhibit their work By Niamh Kirk
Local artists and craft-makers are set to exhibit their work in Dundalk this March. ‘Bridges’ an exhibition by the craft makers from Bridge Street Studios was previously displayed in the Black Bird Gallery, Kilkenny. The exhibition stimulated some attention from other artists and craft makers as well as collectors from all over Ireland and some from London. The exhibition was organised as a celebration of the 15th anniversary of the foundation of Bridge Street Studios. The Studio has housed some of the county’s finest painters, like Orla Barry and John O’Conner as well as textile artists Rachel Tinniswood and Fiona Quigley.
The studios have also been the workshop of the many of the county’s ceramicists including Sarah McKenna and Frances Lambe and jewellers like Fiona Thornton. The studios recently welcomed their newest members to the collective : Mary Martin graduated from the University of Ulster in 2010 with a Master of Fine Art diploma and specialises in painting and print making. Nicola Moran Nicola graduated from University of Ulster in 2011 with a BA Hons degree in Fine and Applied Art and now works as a jewellery designer and maker. Bridges opens in Louth County Museum with a opening reception on Saturday March 10 at 3pm abd will continue until March 24.
5k Run
Clan na Gael GFC in association with North East Runners are holding the Patsy Kelly 5k Run on Saturday March 31 at 6.30pm. The event will start from the Ecco Road and finish at the Clans clubrooms. Entry fee is €15 and will include, chip timing, T-shirt for all runners, category prizes and after race refreshments. Register online with www.runireland.com/ event/enter, or deliver completed form plus entry fee to: Paul Gray, Clan na Gael Bar, Ecco Road, Dundalk, any evening after 8pm. Details from Paul on 087 6455566 or Jim Gonnelly on 087 7940891. Entry forms available from club members.
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Charity soccer match
Harvey Norman Dundalk and Harvey Norman Drogheda will meet in a charity soccer match on Saturday March 3 at 7.30pm in Oriel Park in aid of ISPCC services and ISPCC Childline. In 2011 the ISPCC supported 264 children and families through its childfocus, teen-focus and mentoring service within the North East region, answered over 35,000 calls through its Drogheda Childline unit and had a total of 87 volunteers working with childline and the mentoring programme supporting children and families in the North East. Harvey Norman are corporate partners of the ISPCC and the branches in Dundalk and Drogheda decided they would raise funds for Childline by having a football match between the employees of the two shops nd donate the funds towards the Childline office in Drogheda on Saturday March 3rd in Oriel Park. Harvey Sinead Curran and Yvonne Murchan at the Matthews Tours open day Norman stores in Drogheda.
Baby Ellen’s fight for life at the Marshes Shopping Centre on Saturday.
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friend of the couple is co-ordinating a number of fundraising events in an effort to raise the €45,000 needed to send Ellen to America for the life saving treatment. “We are organising a number of events in March in aid of the Ellen Barron McGee Fund. Most of these events will take place on the weekend of March 22 to 24 and we’re hoping to raise €45,000.” says
Audrey. “We are organising a theme night, a ladies night with a fashion show and a shave or dye night, a huge fun day for kids, bag packing in our local supermarkets, Gardai vs Army football game, and Stephen O’Connor is also organising a 10k run Fundraiser Charity.” explains Audrey. “Time is not on our hands right now so we’re asking people to make donations or any kind of
assistance as soon as possible. Ellen is scheduled to fly to California for stem cell treatment in April but without the €45,000 this won’t be possible”. A bank account has been opened especially for this fund, and the details are as follows: Bank of Ireland Portlaoise in the name of: Lisa and Tom Barron ref Ellen. Account Number- 94295961. Sort Code: 90-18-88.
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in Brief Life in the Spirit
Life in the Spirit seminar on Wednesday February 29 in St Patricks Church Dundalk at 7.30 pm. Rosary will start at 7.15pm followed by Holy Mass. Guest speaker this week will be Rev. Fr. Owen Gorman.
Separated Parents
The Tuesday meetings shall take place on March 6 and 20. Those wishing on attending the meetings should confirm their intentions with Val on 085 7303609. Meetings are every second Tuesday, donations in lieu of set charge for attendance from 7:30 until 9pm, at Social Services Building, Enjoying the Dealgan Nursing Home art exhibition 15a Clanbrassil Street. The third annual art exhibition took of their efforts according to Catriona Visit our website at :www. parentsseparated.org place in Dealgan Nursing Home Hande.
and once again proved to be a huge success. The exhibition was officially opened by Olive Joyce of The Birches before the paintings were put on display by residents who had taken weekly classes under Carola Wallace. There were up to 20 taking part and the exhibition was the culmination
“This event is one of the highlights of the year where the residents really look forward to having their friends and relatives come in. There is always a big turn out and it again proved to be a very good evening”, explained Catriona. Refreshments were served as those in attendance viewed the paintings which will hang in the foyer for a fortnight.
Youth bought car in moment of madness An 18-year-old youth who bought a car in a “moment of madness” for €300 was involved in an accident and panicked and ran off. Alex Dunne of 16, Slieve Foy Park admitted charges at Dundalk Court relating to the accident on October 25 last at Hoey’s Lane, and a separate public order incident. He was fined €800 in respect of not being insured and banned from driving for three years arising out of the accident, and the other charges along with the public order matter were taken into account by Judge William Hamill. Inspector John Foudy
recalled that Gardai on patrol at 11.30pm on the date received a report of three youths exiting a car in a suspicious manner at the Dublin Road Enquiries revealed that Dunne was the owner. The defendant said he bought the car the previous day but couldn’t provide evidence. It was discovered he was involved in a hit and run accident. After initial suspicions the investigating Garda satisfied himself the car wasn’t stolen. The defendant failed to produce insurance or a driving licence and there was also no tax on the vehicle. He said the accident occurred when he hit a
puddle and lost control of his vehicle and struck another vehicle and panicked. He had a previous clear record. The Inspector said that public order incident took place on July 29 last. Gardai attended Muirhevnamor following a report of a family row. The defendant was having an altercation with his step father, and was threatening and abusive to him and the Gardai. He refused to desist from his behaviour. Solicitor Sean T. O’Reilly said that the defendant moved to Dundalk to live from Dublin and didn’t settle.
Omeath It’s a Knockout A novel and fun idea based on the popular TV show from the 1980’s, “It’s a Knockout” is coming to Omeath. The event will take place over the May Bank Holiday weekend, Saturday and Sunday May 5 and 6 in the Omeath Sports Fields, Chapel Hill. This is the first time ever “It’s a Knockout” has been hosted in Ireland and the organisers are looking for clubs/organisations/charities to take part in the event. To enter you will need 10 players to make up your team. There is €2000 in prize money up for grabs. In addition
to this you have the opportunity to raise funds for your chosen club/ charity/organisation. Each team consists of 10 players costing €25 per player and the main aim of this event is to raise money for Charities such as: The Irish Cancer Society, Down Syndrome Ireland & Suicide awareness. For this reason the organisers are asking for 10% of all sponsorship your team receives to be donated to the above charities. Contact Cáitlín McArdle 087 9489174, Mattie 087 9917373, Ciaran Cunningham 087 4105773.
Cricket coaching
Dundalk Cricket Club (DCC) have lured the services of one of Ireland’s leading cricketers. Celebrated cricketer Kevin O’Brien is to run a coaching course in DkIT on Saturday March 14. The course will run on Saturdays in DkIT from 10 to 11.30.
Dundalk Cursillo
Dundalk Cursillo are celebrating 25 years with an evening of Irish music and dance in Dowdallshill GFC clubrooms on Thursday March 15. Admission €5 and refreshments will be served.
Healing weekend
Alone Again, Separated or Widowed? Beginning experience helps people work through their grief to be healed and free again. A Beginning Experience weekend for the along again, separated or widowed is scheduled to take place on March 9 to 11. Contact: Armagh Diocesan Pastoral Centre, The Magnet, The Demesne, Dundalk. Tel: 042-9336393.
Pat Gogarty walk/run
T he third annual Pat Gogarty charity run/walk takes place in Jenkinstown on St. Patricks morning. Registration at Bellurgan soccer grounds from 9am, light refreshments afterwards. All are encouraged to attend this fun event to raise funds for charity. For information contact Noel Litchfield at 0872220877.
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St Vincent’s students pictured on their recent ski trip to Fogaria in Northern Italy. Twenty-nine pupils enjoyed a fantastic week skiing on the sunny slopes and group leader Ultan Henry thanked the girls for their great team spirit and enthusiasm which made the trip a huge success.
Two local men convicted at Dublin Special Criminal Court Two local men were convicted at Dublin’s Special Criminal Court of having a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device in 2010. Conan Murphy (25), of address at Plaster, Mountpleasant, Dundalk was found guilty of the possession of explosive substances at Aghaboys, Mountpleasant on May 22, 2010. Philip McKevitt (58) of Aghaboys, Mountpleasant,was also found guilty of the same of-
fence at his home on the same date. The trial began in November and the court heard that gardaí had placed the address under surveillance as part of an operation focusing on the suspected movement and manufacture of vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices by members of the IRA. Gardaí told the court that they raided Philip McKevitt’s home and discovered an “adaptive”
trailer constructed for the purposes of concealing two gas containers which had been modified to cause an explosion. Convicting the two men today, Mr Justice Paul Butler said that the court was “satisified beyond doubt” that they were aware of the materials found in the shed and therefore both men were guilty as charged. The men were remanded in custody until March 9 for sentencing.
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DkIT marks Fairtrade Fortnight
Weekly Quiz
Ireland What city in the North stands on the Clanrye River? Food and Drink What specific foodstuff is associated with Keillers of Dundee? Kids TV What was the name of the drummer in The Muppet Show? Art Which famous English painter made his living by collecting rent in Salford, Manchester? Local Sport Which manager of Dundalk famously said: “Liverpool didn’t play fair, they wouldn’t give us the ball”. Literature Who wrote the comic novel ‘Puckoon’ about life in an Irish border town? Motors In what country are SEAT cars manufactured?
Pot Luck On what date of the year is Lammas Day celebrated? Pop Katie White and Jules de Martino make up what Manchester based duo? Irish History What name is given to Michael Collins’ team of assassins? This Week’s Stinker Which Dundalk pharmacist entered the Guinness Book of Records in 1958 when he hit the highest note of a tenor’s octave?
—this week’s answers—
Rachel Watters and Sarah Cairns with their 3rd birthday cards
Girls turn 12 on third birthday By Eunan Whyte
Two local school girls will celebrate a big occasion today when they turn 12 on what is only their third birthday. Rachel Watters, from Mountainview and Sarah Cairns, from the Racecourse Road, have had to wait four years to celebrate their official birthday, having both been born on Leap Day in 2002. Today is only the girls’ third official birthday so the Sixth
Class pupils in Scoil Mhuire na nGael, Bay Estate are determined to squeeze four years worth of festivities in one day. They mark the big occasion on what will be their final birthday in primary school, their classmates surprised them with cards, banners and balloons. The girls admit that sometimes they are unsure if they are really three or 12, but are delighted to be able to have their party on February 29 for a change. School principal, Martina
Rafferty, advised the girls that they will probably be happy enough to use their full age until they reach 21, and after that they might be anxious to take a few years off when it suits. Sarah is a pupil in Mr Foran’s Sixth Class and Rachel is in Mrs Sloane’s class. The girls were also the last Leap Day children to be born in the Louth Hospital after the maternity unit was closed the following year.
In 2011 DkIT was recognised as a Fairtade College and this year they will again be marking Fairtrade Fortnight which runs from February 27 to March 11. During the Fortnight the Canteens will have displays of Fairtrade products and a Fairtrade producer will be on campus. Being recognised as a Fairtrade College means that catering outlets provide Fairtrade tea, coffee and at least two Fairtrade products. In order to gain this recognition Aramark Catering (Canteens), the Student Common Room and the Hospitality Dept all supported Fairtrade. The College has also passed a Fairtrade Purchasing policy. Fairtrade aims to address income inequality and ensure fair prices for producers of a wide range of products including tea, coffee, chocolate, sugar and cotton. By providing fair prices the organization helps communities to invest in the social, economic and environmental development of their communities. Annually Fairtrade agree a fair price for products with producers and guarantee that this price will be paid, when we buy a Fairtrade product we can be sure that agreed price will go to the producer. An international survey in 2011 survey indicated that 59% of consumers believe they can make a difference in buying a Fairtrade product.. Irish, French, and South African shoppers felt the most empowered among all consumers, with around 70 percent believing that their shopping choices make a difference. The Irish also have the highest expectations of companies, as 89 percent emphasize the role of business in reducing poverty. Sigfredo Benitez of the Cooperative Los Pintos will talk about the impact of Fairtrade on his community on 6th March, 1 pm in the Board Room, T K Whitaker Building.
1. Newry 2. Marmalade 3. Animal 4. LS Lowry 5. Liam Tuohy 6. Spike Milligan 7. Spain 8. August 1 9. The Ting Tings 10. The Twelve Apostle. Stinker – Patrick McGahon.
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Dolores to feature on RTE’s Nationwide Dolores Whelan, a noted Celtic spiritual teacher and author will feature on the popular RTE program Nationwide on March 5 at 7pm. The show will feature an interview with Dolores at her home in Ravensdale, Dundalk, where she speaks about her life and work and the importance of connecting with our Celtic heritage. Some of Dolores’s recent work includes the release of a stunning Celtic Calendar developed in conjunction with US artist Cynthia Matyi
Dolores Whelan
www.matyiart.com and launched at the Irish Books, Arts & Music festival in Chicago last
New – Celtic Spirituality in the 21st Century, have received a very positive reaction in both Ireland and the US. Dolores believes this interest in Celtic spirituality is becoming stronger as Irish people and those with Irish connections seek to explore their spiritual roots. Tune in to Nationwide on Monday, March 5th at 7:00pm to see Dolores discuss these ideas and her own journey within November. The perpetual Celtic the Celtic spiritual tradicalendar and Dolores’s tion. book Ever Ancient, Ever
Matthews Tours Open Day stand at the Marshes Shopping Centre on Saturday 25 February: Karen Mc Dermott, Manager, Enda Kieran and Katie Matthews
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Student found with ecstasy tablets
Niepowtarzalna okazja! Polska Organizacja „Simul Polonia” z Dundalk, ma zaszczyt zaprosić wszystkich do wzięcia udziału w wyjątkowym przedsięwzięciu. Z okazji Dnia Św. Patryka na pardzie, po raz pierwszy w historii miasta, zaprezentuje się Polonia. By podnieść prestiż naszego debiutu, zaprosiliśmy Zespół Pieśni i Tańca „Młody Toruń”. Będziemy mogli ich podziwiać 17 marca, gdyż młodzież z zespołu, w tradycyjnych strojach krakowskich, będzie reprezentować nas podczas przejścia. Po paradzie „Młody Toruń” wystąpi na skwerze. 18 marca zespół uświetni swym śpiewem mszę świętą w kościele Redemptorystów (godzina 17ta) a następnie o 20:00 zaprezentuje godzinny koncert w Sali teatru w Town Hall, Dundalk. Natomiast 19 marca będzie można podziwiać ich taniec i śpiew w Teatrze Clasac w Dublinie o godzinie: 18:00. Jest to jedyna możliwość poznania polskich tradycji, kultury i piękna naszego ojczystego folkloru – skorzystaj z niej! Przyjdź i przyprowadź ze sobą znajomych, bo warto! Gorąco zapraszamy! Więcej informacji na www.dundalk.pl
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Cuts in Community Employment Schemes By Niamh Kirk
County Louth is to see cuts of over half a million euro to Community Employment schemes, prompting Opposition TD Gerry Adams to vow to exmine the effects that cuts are having on the community in Louth by looking at cuts to the CE scheme. Twenty-five of the county’s 29 community employment
projects are to finish this year. The schemes currently have 743 participants and 44 supervisors. Mid Louth Community Employment which has 54 participants and three supervisors, and Redeemer Development Group which has 39 participants and 4 supervisors, are major undertakings making an invaluable contribution to the local economy
and community. Deputy Adams stated “Next Saturday will be one year from last year’s general election. Since Fine Gael and Labour came to power there has been a consistent increase in the number of citizens on the live register in county Louth. In January this figure reached 17,775.” Sinn Fein have criticised the cuts stating that “the Govern-
ment’s approach creates an enormous level of uncertainty and fear and undermines the role of CE schemes in local communities. At the same time as the Minister cuts half a million euro from CE budgets in Louth the government will next month pay €3.1 billion in a promissory note to Anglo-Irish bank.”
Conor Tuite (20) 226 Glenwood Dublin Road admitted an amended charge for possession of 48 ecstasy tablets valued at €240. The case was put back to April 18, with the local court told that the defendant had a difficulty in the past which he was seeking to overcome. His solicitor James McGuill also said the defendant was due to sit his Leaving Certificate this summer. There was a matter before the Circuit Court on April 17 and a report had been sought from the probation service. The offence took place at Glenwood on May 19 2010. Mr McGuill said there was a small amount of cannabis found in a follow up search but there was no evidence that the tablets were for sale.
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passed through the doors of Mona’s school and gone on to travel the world with shows such as Riverdance and Lord of the Dance. Darren Casey who is part of new Irish dance sensations Prodijig also learnt his moves under the watchful eye of Mona when he started dancing as an eight year old. The Mona Roddy Irish Dance School is still going strong today and according to Mona the school look set to live on for many a year have to say it has been to come. really good to me.” she “Now I have both my explains. daughters, Dearbhla “I travelled all and Ciara, teaching over the world in the alongside me at the 1960s with Comhaltas school and it’s lovely Ceoltoirí Eireann and that they have come I was lucky enough to in and continue the play huge venues in tradition if you like. countries like France, My son Aidan would America, Canada, the also be interested in UK and even Libya.” the whole traditions As well as the of Irish Dancing and dancing, Mona fell in he is an accomplished love with the general fiddler.” cultural aspect that “I don’t dance as revolved around much as I used to dancing and in 1970 anymore but every now decided to continue to and then I’ll put on make it a part of her some music and dust life by founding ‘The off the old dancing Mona Roddy Irish shoes”, laughs Mona. Dance School’. Dancing is in my blood Over the years and it’s something that countless children have I will always love.
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Dancing is in Mona’s blood The Mona Roddy Irish Dance School has been producing world champions for over 40 years and has firmly put Dundalk on the map as a hotbed of dancing talent. Mona who started up the dance school in 1970 says it was a natural step to start a dance school and pass on all the wonderful advice she has been given over the years. “I was very fortunate that my mother sent me to a brilliant teacher here in Dundalk when I was child.” says Mona. “Her name was Mrs Matthews and I have to say she was a wonderful teacher and
I have loved dancing since the very first day I set foot in her class. “I was addicted to dancing and I practiced all the time and as time went by I was lucky enough to win All Ireland and Provincial medals. I can’t imagine what life would have been like without dancing and I
Ardee Educate Together National School celebrate being named National Winner of Woodies DIY Vegetable Garden Competition. Pictured left to right some 6th Class pupils: Jake Gillespie, Daniella Doyle, Emanuela Velciov, Dean McCormack, Dylan Lawrence, Séan Dennis, Sabrina Larkin, Emma Boylan with Ann Middleton School Principal and Keith Rutherford Woodies D.I.Y. Dundalk/Drogheda Store Manager.
VEC submits school applications County Louth VEC has confirmed that it submitted two applications to the Department of Education and Skills by the deadline of last week to become patron of the two new post-primary schools earmarked for Co. Louth. The Department of Education and Skills
plans to establish two new 1,000 place post-primary schools in the county by September 2014, one in Dundalk and one in Drogheda. Dr. Pádraig Kirk, CEO of the VEC, described the applications as being ‘very strong’ and said that he was looking forward to a ‘posi-
tive outcome for the VEC’. The new post-primary school in Drogheda will be constructed at a site on the Ballymakenny Road, on the same site as the new Scoil Oilibheir Naofa Primary School. A site for the new Dundalk school has yet to be finalised.
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Over to you Would you ever consider asking a man to marry you?
Dundalk Leader 29th February 2012
Sonia Belen
Samara Gaskin
Gillian McGahon
I would never ever ask a man No way. I would feel weird asking to marry me. No way. That is a man to marry me. It would never happen. It’s up to the man completely a man’s job. to pop the question.
Tania Loy
I suppose it depends on who the Not a chance. Any woman who man is. If I was absolutely bowled asks a man to marry them is not over by somebody then yes I right in the head. It’s just wrong. probably would pluck up the courage to ask him to marry me.
Ligital Racyte I’m from Lithuania and the women there would never dream of asking a man to marry them. It’s definitely a man’s job.
Lions Club Jigs and Reels Dundalk Lions Club are holding a special ‘Jigs and Reels’ event in The Fairways Hotel on Sunday March 18, based loosely on the Strictly Come Dancing theme. The dancers have been undergoing intensive training since January 17 with the project all about raising much needed funds. All money collected on the night will be allocated in full to help the less well off in the local community. Tickets for the show cost €20 and are available from The Fairways Hotel, Adrienne Kehoe of The Lisdoo Bar (087 2053636) or Lions Club President, Seamus Gormley, at 087
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2566034. More information from www.dundalklionsclub.ie. The Dundalk Lions Club are involved in all areas of charity in the area. For example they took 90 senior citizens on holida to Galway last year, while every four or five years they help St Brigids School to purchase a mini bus. Members also transport children and young adults to the Arch Club and also record items from newspapers onto CD for the visually impaired. Last Christmas they filled and delivered 350 hampers to families. Pictured are the Jigs and Reels contestants.
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Roisin McKenna’s 30th birthday party
Oufkir Ahmed Aidan Shields, Aileen Duffy and
Iain Gallagher and Lisa Brennan
Iain and Maire Gallagher
a Francis, Sean and Laura Mc Kenn
Peter O’Hagan and Eilis Mc Kenna
a Oliver, Damien and Mickey Mc Kenn
Roisin McKenna, Ciaran Carney and Joann McManus
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Down Syndrome benefit night The second annual Down Syndrome Ireland Benefit night was held at Dundalk Stadium on Saturday night along with 9 other greyhound tracks around Ireland. The family fun night was a great success with plenty of children taking the opportunity to enjoy the indoor activity area set up especially for the event. Goody bags were handed out to all children in at-
tendance which were accepted with great delight! Irish dancers entertained the crowd in between the greyhound races and there were lots of raffle prizes up for grabs! Clare Leonard the President of Down Syndrome Ireland was delighted with the event and enjoyed the evening immensely with her son Richard. John Brophy Louth Meath Branch Treasurer and
Brendan Stephenson Louth Meath Branch Secretary were kept busy all night organizing the raffle and other activities but were very pleased with the funds raised on the night and through the ticket sales. Dundalk Stadium looks forward to many more nights like it in the future and hope that the events continues to be an annual event.
Mick Flannery in concert The Spirit Store is presenting Mick Flannery for a special concert in The Crowne Plaza, Dundalk on Saturday April 28. Tickets are on sale now from The Spirit Store at 9352697 or Crowne Plaza, Dundalk 9394900. Cork songsmith Mick Flannery’s debut album Evening Train featured tracks which had won
him two awards in the Nashville International Song Writing Competition, judged by his idol Tom Waits. He was the first Irish musician to win in this event. White Lies, his second release in 2008, achieved a top ten position in the Irish Albums Chart. It later went platinum and was nominated for the Choice Music
Prize. The Irish Times placed him in “The 50 Best Irish Acts Right Now” published in 2009, later that year he also won Best Irish Male at the Meteor Awards. Don’t miss out on this artist, he is one of the best live acts you could hope to see and his raw, powerful voice is not easily matched.
Pictured are the McGuill Travel Party who were major supporters of the night, selling tickets from their outlet in Market Square Dundalk and putting up many of the raffle prizes on the night. Back l-r: Jennifer Harrison, Teresa, Emma, Ciaran and Stephen Campbell; front l-r: Kellie, Shauna McGuill with Ashlie McGuill and Lorraine McCormack.
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Roisin’s 30th birthday party News in Brief Athletes wanted
Stair Lifts
Athletes taking part in the mini marathon this year are being asked to raise money for the Post Polio Support Group. Details from Anny Burns on 01 45341050 or email boyneabu@eircom.net.
Golf AGM
Tyres
The G&T Golf Society annual general meeting will be held in the Claremont, Blackrock, at 8pm on Tuesday March 6. All current and new members are welcome.
Elizabeth, Ciara and Jean Bailey with Sarah Mc Kenna
Table quiz Dulargy National School Parents Association are holding their annual Fun Quiz Night on Friday March 2 in the Ballymascanlon House Hotel. Starting time will be 9pm and tickets cost €20 for a table of four. an Elizabeth Bailey and Nevan Fineg
Rachel Bailey with Roisin Mc Kenna, who celebrated her 30th birthday at the Oriel Park Development Centre on Friday
If you would like to sponsor a prize for the Quiz Night please contact ; Roisin Cotter 087 136 3224 or Myles Conlon 087 765 7049.
Public servants AGM
Frances McKenna Catherine Gray, Breda Mc Court and
The AGM of retired Public Civil Servants for Eircom and An Post personnel will take place on Thursday March 1 at 2.30pm in the Fairways Hotel. All are urged to attend this meeting.
Castletown ICA
Eoghan, Eugene and Joe Bailey
Castletown ICA meet every Wednesday night in O’Hanlon Park hall at 8pm.
New membes are welcome. Contact 087 1303355.
Windows
Christopher and Ken McKenna
nna Jean McGuinness and Mickey McKe
Conviction for assault A 25-year-old local man who punched and kicked another man during an altercation, was sentenced to 100 hours community service in lieu of two months in jail. Robert McElroy 8, Oakvale Park, Bay Estate admitted a charge of assault causing harm arising out of the incident at Earl Street on October 16 2010. Garda Inspector John Foudy said that the injured party suffered facial injuries for which he was checked out in hospital and released.
Lani Mc Keown, Ali Codena, Martina Mc Bride and Natalia Kryst
The defendant had nine previous convictions.
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OPEL MOKKA
Take a first glimpse of the new Mokka mini suv from Opel, compact in size and big in attitude. The Mokka is due here soon. Watch this space.
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NEW VOLVO V40
Volvo will reveal the all-new Volvo V40 next month at the Geneva Motor Show. This is an important car to Volvo they hope to sell 90,000 of the compact V40’s in the first year, with 85% of these cars being sold in Europe. According to Volvo this is the first new model that is fully developed according to our human-centric, Designed Around You strategy. Charged with an outstanding set of high-tech features it
definitely will give our toughest competitors a headache,” says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation. The engine range spans everything from Volvo Car Corporation’s first diesel with CO2 emissions of just 94 g/km to the turbocharged T5 petrol engine with 254 hp and acceleration from 0 to 100 kph in 6.7 seconds. All engine versions feature start-stop and braking energy regeneration, no mat-
ter whether they are fitted with a manual or automatic gearbox. The all-new Volvo V40 will feature a safety and driver support package, including Volvo’s Pedestrian Detection system with Full Auto Brake and several other new features. Among the new features are a world-first pedestrian airbag, Lane Keeping Aid with auto steering, and an automatic Park Assist Pilot that makes parallel parking easy.
The City Safety low-speed collision avoidance system has been further developed and it now operates at speeds up to 50 kph (currently 31kph on other models). “The all-new V40 is the most intelligent and safe Volvo model so far. All its features are designed around the drive stay alert and well informed to avoid collisions and dangerous situations,” says Håkan Abrahamsson, Vehicle Line Director C Cars & V40 Vehicle Programme Manager. He adds: “With this class-leading safety package, including enhanced focus on pedestrian protection, the all-new V40 aims for a full star rating in the new, sharpened 2012 Euro NCAP safety tests.”
The new Mazda CX-5 will be fitted as standard with ‘Smart City Brake Support’ (SCBS), which helps a driver to avoid a frontal collision when driving at low speeds in the city or in slow moving traffic. W h e n driving at speeds between 4 and 31kph, the SCBS system uses a laser to sense a vehicle or obstruction in front of the Mazda CX-5 and if the driver fails to take action, the SCBS automatically activates the brakes and reduces the engine output at the same time.
SMART BRAKES
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