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DUNGARVAN’S FIRST HOSTEL OPENS

[Christy Parker]

Youghal ready and welcoming for the arrival of IRONMAN YOUGHAL is teeming with anticipation this week as the dawning of IRONMAN Cork rises higher on the horizon. The distinct air of festivity has been augmented by weeks of refurbishment with roads resurfaced, buildings painted and banners, flags and streamers erected in welcome throughout the town. As the final days tick by, Green Park is being transformed into a giant Ironman village, complete with stalls and 16 bed A& E unit.

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Aaron-man: Brian Fitzgerald with his grandson Aaron (Clifford) sit it out while Youghal's Green Park is converted to an IRONMAN village.

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Cork radio station RED FM is already broadcasting from a vacant shop premises, with 96FM expected to arrive also. Enhancing the sense of occasion, social media contacts have been made and fostered between the locals many of whom are renting rooms- and the visitors who will fill the streets next weekend. Already the increasing prevalence of unknown faces and unfamiliar accents on the streets is bringing a fresh impetus to daily life. It could be Killarney. c Continued on page 26

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INCREASE IN DETECTIONS FOR ‘DRUG’ DRIVING

Gardaí concerned at rise in DUIs By Paul Mooney GARDAÍ in Dungarvan have expressed their concern and amazement that motorists are continuing to risk lives by driving while under the influence of alcohol and / or drugs. It comes on foot of the last Bank Holiday Weekend (June) when Gardaí arrested a number of motorists in the Dungarvan

District for alleged drug driving (driving while under the influence of an intoxicant). “There are more and more people being caught for drug driving,” Inspector Larry Sheahan revealed. He explained that Gardaí now have an apparatus at Mandatory Intoxicant Testing (MIT) checkpoints which is capable of testing for the presence of drugs. A sample of oral fluid is taken from the driver’s mouth, which is then

placed into the mobile apparatus known as the Drager Drug Test 5000 and it tests the sample at the roadside for the presence of cannabis, cocaine, opiates (like heroin and morphine) and benzodiazepines (like valium). If a motorist tests positive for drugs such as cannabis or cocaine, they are arrested and taken to the Garda Station where another sample of blood / urine is taken and sent off to the laboratory to analysis. That result will come back with con-

firmation as to what drugs were in the person’s system when they were driving. People who are convicted of drug driving are looking at a minimum of 12 months disqualification. Insp. Sheahan warned that cannabis can stay in a person’s system for 28 days. He said Gardaí in the Dungarvan District are using the Drager apparatus over the last number of months and have had successful detections with it. c Continued on page 2

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Council AGM was an ill-tempered, acrimonious affair Shameful display is politics at its worst By Paul Mooney

style meeting which was held last Thursday week - a fine example of why people are fed up with politicians and politics in general. The voting pattern remained the same, with the 17 Councillors of the Progressive Alliance (Sinn Féin, the Labour Party, the Green Party and Independents) voting in favour of their members, while the 14 Councillors from the Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael pact voted for their members. Members of the press and the public were subjected to four and a half hours of this shameful display. This behaviour carried on into the divvying up of the subcommittee positions, which required a roll-call vote on each position, dragging out the meeting and turning it into a torturous exercise for all in the Chamber, including the officials who were laboured with the roll-call vote and recording of the results in each case. Even when it became obvious that the voting pattern would not change, common sense did not prevail and the Fine Gael / Fianna Fáil pact insisted on rollcall votes instead of a simple show of hands. But the ill-tempered behaviour didn’t stop there. There was heated debate

THE Annual General Meeting of Waterford City and County Council to elect a new Mayor should have been an auspicious occasion full of pomp and ceremony - it was anything but! It was an ill-tempered, acrimonious encounter full of vitriolic heckling and bitter jealousy, more becoming of a schoolyard playground than the grandiose surroundings of the Council Chamber of City Hall in Waterford and overshadowed what should have been a jubilant day for the newly elected Mayor, Cllr. John Pratt and his family. Previously, the members of the new Progressive Alliance grouping had put forward the suggestion of the D’Hondt System, whereby lucrative positions on sub-committees would be divided equally amongst Councillors, rather than a majority ruling through a pact. Many of these positions bring in extra payments and expenses for Councillors. However, those negotiations failed with Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil, resulting in the Ballymagash’

around a proposal for a 15 minute recess to allow the newly elected Mayor, John Pratt, to have photographs taken with his family, who were present and waiting in the public gallery. The 15 minute recess was begrudgingly agreed to. Later in the meeting, Councillors again argued over another proposal for a 15-20 minute adjournment to allow for everyone (Councillors, officials, public and press) some refreshments and food, which had been provided for on the occasion by a caterer. This short recess was also begrudgingly agreed to. POLITICS AT ITS WORST New Mayor, John Pratt, concurred it was very childish behaviour by his colleagues and said it was politics at its worst. He hit out at Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil accusing them of a lack of co-operation in setting up the new Council. “It was a farce and it was upsetting for me as Mayor,” said Mayor Pratt, speaking to the media afterwards. “I’m very, very disgusted to be honest with you. I’m disappointed to be here on one of the proudest days of my life, to be here talking with you about the carry on in the Chamber,” he

said. “I hope people see it for it is, it’s just absolutely disgraceful. “We were very honourable throughout the whole process. And I know as the Labour Party we were constantly trying to get everyone involved to make this an all inclusive Council,” he said. “But, at every juncture, unfortunately, Fine Gael / Fianna Fáil did not accept us on that offer.” OVERWHELMED Mayor Pratt said he wouldn’t allow the behaviour of his Council colleagues to detract from his big day being voted Waterford’s First Citizen. “I was very overwhelmed and I was trying to contain myself. For me and my family, this is a very proud day,” Mayor Pratt said. He said the last few months “has been a rollercoaster” and there were “stressful times”. “It is a great day for me and for my wife, Margo, my son, Liam and my mother Frances, who turned 88 recently,” Mayor Pratt said. He said his father, James (Jimmy) Pratt would be very proud his son was elected Mayor of Waterford City and County. “My dad was only 68 when he died. If he was here he would be gleaming. He was a real family man and he was a great sup-

porter of [former Labour TD] Brian O’Shea,” said Mayor Pratt. UP FOR THE JOB Mayor Pratt said that despite coming from rural West Waterford, he was “really up” for the job as Mayor of the City and County. “I put my heart and soul into what I do at local level and I will do it for Waterford City and County and be the best I can be,” he said. GENERAL ELECTION CANDIDATE His election as Mayor will also be a profile builder for Cllr. Pratt, as he will be Labour’s candidate for Waterford in the upcoming General Election. WEST WATERFORD NOT REPRESENTED IN GOVERNMENT Mayor Pratt said West Waterford needs proper representation in the Dáil and at government level - something he said it is currently lacking, which, he said “is a disgrace in my opinion”. “If / when I am elected as a Waterford TD, I will not forget the people who voted for me and put me there and I will represent the communities - communities are very important and I will work my hardest on their behalf,” he said.

Increase in detections for ‘drug’ driving c FROM FRONT PAGE Motorists should also be aware that the Drager Drug Test 5000 will register a positive result for opiates if a person has taken over-thecounter painkiller medicine, such as Nurofen Plus, Feminax and Solpadeine, which contain condeine - an opiate. Motorists with medical conditions who take prescribed medications have nothing to worry about as long as the medicines don’t impair their ability to drive. DRINK DRIVING Insp. Sheahan also said that people are continuing to drive while under the influence of alcohol. He said there were at least 30 motorists detected in the Dungarvan District for DUI offences since the start of this year. “Detections are a little ahead on last year’s figures,” Insp. Sheahan said. He assured motorists that Gardaí would continue to operate MIT checkpoints throughout the District every weekend, and particularly at Bank Holiday Weekends. OTHER OFFENCES Meanwhile, speeding offences are up 50 percent on last year in the Dungarvan District; while there has also been a 15 percent increase in offences such as not wearing seat belts and holding a mobile phone while driving.

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Friday, 21st June,

HOSTEL OPENS DUNGARVAN’S FIRST

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Youghal ready and welcoming for the arrival of IRONMAN

RED Cork radio station FM is already broadcasting premises, By Christy Parker from a vacant shop to with 96FM expected teeming YOUGHAL is arrive also. this sense of with anticipation Enhancing the of media conweek as the dawning occasion, social Cork rises made and IRONMAN tacts have been the locals horizon. higher on the of festivity fostered betweenare renting The distinct air by many of whom visitors who rooms- and the next has been augmented with will fill the streets the weeks of refurbishment buildings Already weekend. roads resurfaced, of flags painted and banners, in wel- increasing prevalence and unknown faces and streamers erected on the the town. unfamiliar accents a fresh come throughout tick by, As the final days transstreets is bringing It could life. being impetus to daily Green Park is giant Ironman be Killarney. formed into a with stalls on page 26 c Continued village, complete unit. E and 16 bed A&

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On Monday night, June 10th, at the Republic the Aviva Stadium Of in Dublin qualifier, for one Ireland played Gibraltar in a Euro 2020 Anthony Moore local boy it was an extra special occasion. Mary's National from Tinalira, Ballinamult, a student at Saint School in Touraneena through Spar had won a competition Ireland to be a Flag Bearer, him his family a huge and Thomas Cronin his school as a proud School honour for announced to Principal Mr. the Anthony's had to be at the Aviva school. his tracksuit, before 5.00 p.m. T-Shirt and flag to receive and mascots as they had to to meet the other flag bearers do practice runs p.m. kick-off. This before the 7.45 into the dressing in itself was a great experience rooms, saw as they got players tunnel. the interview area and the Pre-match with pitch for a photo the stadium filling rapidly they shoot with went to the kick offdrugs were assembled the UEFA Respect flag, before what they were firmation as tohugesystem again where they when tricolour in front of the gathered the mobile apparatus in the person’s Irish D. Higgins, scenes placed into the People who seen all over team and President Michael drug driving Drager Drug Test they were driving. At half-time District for alleged under the known as the as an extra duty Europe. of drug driving the sample at gathered Anthony and again, 12 this occasion 5000 and it tests presence of are convicted of for (driving while the crew were a minimum Volunteer intoxicant). they were Drive for roadside for the are looking at influence of an opiates (like and more the each child waved Dublin as one of the 2020 promoting the disqualification. host Cities. Here that “There are more for drug cannabis, cocaine, a flag from and months warned with Euro caught 2020 Mascot Skillzy each host city as they and morphine) Insp. Sheahan paraded people being person’s Larry heroin the stay down the touchline in acircle centre (like valium). where the ambassadors cannabis can and around benzodiazepines driving,” Inspector being positive for filmed and interviewed. 28 days. for Dublin were If a motorist tests or system for(Rome). Sheahan revealed. that Gardaí Anthony was in the The pictures Gardaí as cannabis and videos from representing Italy He said drugs such shortly on view He explained and this parade will District are atusing apparatus at UEFA.com. they are arrested be Overall, it was the now have an Testing cocaine, the Garda Station Dungarvan apparatus overa truly fantastic Anthony the Drager and memorable Mandatory Intoxicantwhich is taken to will cherish and have sample of blood last number of months forever. day that checkpoints it. where another to

d at rise in DUIs Gardaí concerne By Paul Mooney

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WEDNESDAY will be a bright day with some sunshine and scattered showers. Highest temperatures of 16 to 19 degrees in moderate westerly winds. Pollen Count: Moderate on Wednesday. Mixed weather persisting with temperatures near average for the time of year. Wednesday night: Scattered showers will continue to occur, interspersed with clear intervals. Minimum temperatures of 6 to 9 degrees in mainly light southwest breezes, with some shallow mist patches forming towards dawn. Thursday: Another day of sunny spells and showers on Thursday but with the risk of a more prolonged spell of rain for parts of north and west Ulster. Top temperatures ranging 14 to 17 degrees, coolest values in the west and northwest. Winds will be mainly light to moderate westerly. Largely dry on Thursday night with clear spells and just a few showers. Minimum temperatures of 4 to 8 degrees in light west to southwest breezes, with a few shallow mist patches forming towards dawn. Friday: Many places looking dry on Friday, but a few showers may affect northern and Atlantic coastal counties. The best of the sunshine will be through the morning and evening hours, with cloudy periods during the afternoon. Highs of 15 to 18 or 19 degrees with light to moderate westerly or variable breezes. Mainly dry on Friday night with just isolated light showers. Lows of 6 to 9 degrees with light southeast breezes developing. Weekend: Current indications suggest the bulk of the country will be dry on Saturday with increasing cloud amounts. However a little drizzle will develop along the southwest and west coast by afternoon or early evening. Highs of 16 to 20 degrees with light to moderate southeast winds, which will freshen in the southwest later. Becoming rather damp or wet by Sunday with outbreaks of rain feeding up from the south in a humid southeasterly airflow. The rain likely to become heavy and persistent through the late afternoon and evening. Highs of 16 to 19 degrees in moderate to fresh southeast breeze.

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Book Fair raises whopping €14k for Abbeyside National School Pupils and teachers grateful for generous support from community By Paul Mooney THE pupils and teachers at Scoil Mhuire, Abbeyside National School, have spoken of their deep gratitude and thanks to everyone in the community who supported their annual Book Fair after they collected nearly €14,000 from the event. Sixth Class pupils and teachers were bowled over when a final tally of the proceeds was made - a staggering total of €13,943.42 - which was raised over the four days. It is the largest amount the school has raised in the 22 years it has been holding the event - making this year’s fundraiser a roaring success. All the proceeds raised are reinvested back into the school to enhance all areas of the curriculum, as well as the purchase of new equipment needed for the children. Principal, Ruaidhrí de Paor

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praised the work of the Sixth Class pupils and teachers in raising the astonishing amount of money. Teachers, Colette

O’Mahony, Máire Walsh and Paddy O’Dea thanked everyone who generously supported the Book Fair in various ways, whether it was

as a loyal customer coming in to buy books; or local businesses who generously donated fabulous prizes for the competitions.

A family holiday to Trabolgan was up for grabs during the Book Fair, thanks to Trabolgan Holiday Village in Midleton. There were 22 prizes given out over the four days as ‘door prizes’ and equally there were plenty of other fabulous prizes to be won in the raffle and various games and competitions, including plenty of vouchers and hampers. The Book Fair began in 1997 and was a one day affair, but it soon bloomed into the four day event that everyone has come to know and anticipate every year. PRIZE LIST Family holiday to Trabolgan - winner, Christine Dwyer. Painting by James Condon - winner, Aaron Long. Pendant from Dalton Jewellers - winner, Lucy Veale. Hampers won by: Olivia Kelly; Aoife Mattiuzzi; Lia Murray; Sean Keating; Louise

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Top picture: Rows of tables stocking thousands of books in the Assembly Hall of Abbeyside N.S. during the four day Book Fair. Bottom picture: An empty Assembly Hall after the majority of books were sold. Sixth Class pupils Erin Griffin and Dean Norris present a cheque for €13,943.42, the proceeds from the annual Book Fair, to teachers Máire Walsh, Paddy O’Dea and Colette O’Mahony.

O’Neill; Jack Kiely; Nicola Murtagh; and Eileen O’Donovan. Flahavan’s hamper - winner, Charley Simms. Chocolate fountain and Frank and Honest Coffee hamper - winner, James O’Donnell. Rug from Michael Roche Carpets - winner, Rory Finnegan. Two games, four Monkey Maze vouchers and bike hire voucher - winner, Conor Dalton. Two games, four Monkey Maze vouchers and Wave World watersport - winner, Isabelle Brennock. Two games and Village Flowers voucher - winner, Louipta Burke. Two games and Willow and Oak voucher - winner, Brigitta Power. Bottle of Whiskey and a voucher for David Walsh Office, School and Computer Supplies - winner, Matthew Power. Bottle of wine and Park Hotel voucher - winner, Ann Dunphy. Bottle of wine and McKenna Computers voucher - winner, Fiona Kiely. Bottle of wine and Garvey’s Supervalu voucher - winner, Shay Cahill. Bottle of brandy and a Garvey’s Supervalu voucher winner, Tammy Hurney. Voucher for James’ Menswear - winner, Nicky Fitzpatrick. Voucher for Jane Casey Florist - winner, Kay Hannigan. Selection of vouchers for Solas na Mara, Esthers and Merrys - winner, Colette O’Mahony. Gold Coast hamper - winner, Margaret O’Keeffe. Number of sweets in the jar - winner Maria Conroy (winning guess 427). Guess the name of the dog - ‘Jessie’ - winner, Rebecca Nunan. Lucky Square - winner, Brianna Walsh. Match the staff photo winner, Donal Sloan.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Dungarvan Shopping Centre MEET THE TEAM Celebrating 15 years in Business November 2004 to November 2019

Pictured here are a mix of office and operational staff members of Dungarvan Co-op area 1930 somewhere on the site which is new home to Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

Heroes trading in Dungarvan Shopping Centre since 2013 and employing four local staff members. Heroes trading seven days a week stocking the latest brands. One of our most popular Jack & Jones, 11 Degrees and Tommy Hilfiger. Excellent customer service in menswear and men’s fashion in Dungarvan.

Ivan’s trading at Dungarvan Shopping Centre since October 2013 employing 14 staff. Ivan’s is open seven days a week for Breakfast, Lunch or just a catch-up over Tea/Coffee and cakes with friends. Come in and be a part of our happy little family at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

Movies @ Dungarvan formely known as SGC Dungarvan trading since 2005 and currently employing 18 local staff. Four Screen Cinema using high end Technology 4K projection and 7.10 Dolby surround sound. Live Broadcast of, Operas, Theatre, Concerts and sport events from around the world.

GameStop Dungarvan opened since 2007 employing three local staff. Leading console and Gaming Company in Ireland with 50 stores country wide. We have branded out into the 50/50 gaming and Loot store in the last few years with more t-shirts, and collectable items available for those interested in collecting as well as gaming.

Intersport Elverys first opened in Dungarvan, 10th April, 2017, currently employing 14 staff. Ireland's number one destination for your sporting and keep fit needs at the best prices.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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A SPONSORED walk and run which was held last week raised €2,400 in aid of mental health awareness. The event was held last Wednesday, 12th June, in Rathgormack and it was very well supported by the people of the surrounding area. One of the organisers, Martin Walsh, said €2,400 was collected on the night and all the money will go towards promoting mental

health awareness in County Waterford, such as mental health programmes and workshops to be held throughout the county. Mr. Walsh expressed a huge thank you to all the participants, the sponsors and everyone who helped in any way to make the event such a success. Cllr. Liam Brazil, who is a strong advocate for raising mental health awareness, gave a talk on positive mental health on the night.

Preparing for retirement IT is wise to be prepared for retirement. We may all have a romantic idea of “nothing to do and all day to do it.” After stepping out of the rat race, it looks blissful to have all the time in the world to do as you like. The correct meaning of retirement is to rest, to lay down and to be secluded. We only need to rest and sleep to recover or recharge our batteries. Too much resting, laying down and seclusion is not at all good for our health. We may become bored, depressed and unhealthy. We need to really live our life fully to the very end. On asking about retirement one man said he found the day long when he retired, another found the day long when he worked. This is all down to what we do and how much we enjoy our job! In work money dictates your choices. In retirement choices can be wider. It is wise to prepare for retirement: a) Enough money – i.e. pension, State pension, putting aside some earnings during your work life. b) Health: Many people will be aware of need for monetary savings, but don’t consider their wellbeing, good diet, exercise, lifestyle is like money in the bank. That fund of good health can be withdrawn on, in retirement.

JOSEPHINE RYAN Retirement can be a time for personal growth, it is not an end but rather a new beginning. An opportunity for growth, creativity and the discovery of one’s authentic self. Find out all the amenities, i.e. golf lessons, library, choir, men’s and women’s shed, day and evening courses, clubs and groups in your locality. Make a list of everything. There is something for everyone’s interest, be it physical, mental or emotional. Now is the opportunity to learn something new, now you have the time that you have dreamed of. We have to remember it’s retirement from work, but not from life. Now is “the golden opportunity” to do all the things you never had the time to do and who knows what you will discover about yourself. I find it interesting that on retirement people are often

given a present of a gold watch when, for the first time in their lives, they have a choice to not be clock watching. We need to be aware that on average, we have at least forty more hours a week to do with as you please. This can either be very enjoyable with a whole menu of choices or we can find ourselves overwhelmed and totally lost as our whole identity was around our paid employment for many years and we are struggling to find any meaning or value in our life without the structure of work. It is beneficial to be prepared for retirement as it’s easier to readajust to a new way of life and living. We need to prepare and do all the research necessary, so we can readjust into our new life with ease and understanding of our personal needs and wants. We want to be fully satisfied and happy with our new life that stretches in front of us for many healthy and meaningful years. We have to make conscious decisions to build an interesting life. In two weeks time, l will write a follow up on “Being Retired.” Josephine Ryan registered Reflexology with 30 years experience in Clonmel! Phone 086 3887888. Josephine also does India head massage and full body healing massage.

GSK Dungarvan Site Director Brian Fox, who has been appointed Global Manufacturing and Power Brand Lead and will join the global leadership team for the supply chain division of GSK Consumer Healthcare. [Karen Dempsey]

GSK site director appointed to global leadership team Former Minister Martin Cullen congratulating Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell on being elected immediately after the election count.

First visitors arrive in Dungarvan ahead of next week's McGrath Clan Gathering. Dennis and Jan Wright, Australia, are pictured with Dan McGrath in Dungarvan. The global festival of heritage, history and culture starts next Wednesday, June 26th, and has attracted members of the McGrath Clan from around the world. [Olivia McGrath Kudzmaite]

GSK Dungarvan Site Director Brian Fox has been appointed Global Manufacturing and Power Brand Lead and will join the global leadership team for the supply chain division of GSK Consumer Healthcare. He will commence his new role in September and will oversee operations at GSK’s six global customer supply sites, which includes Dungarvan. He will also focus on new product introductions and the manufacture of Power Brands, two of which are made in Dungarvan. Recruitment for the role of Site Director for GSK Dungarvan will be subject to a further announcement. A native of Cork, Brian Fox lives in Dungarvan with his family. He has worked with GSK since 1991 – both as an employee and Site Director in Dungarvan and as Site Director in Sydney. He will continue to work from Dungarvan.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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Legends hurling match cheque presented By Christy Parker A LEGENDS hurling match between Waterford and Cork last month has raised €37,014 for the Youghal Cancer Support House. The cheque was presented to the delighted charity representatives at their centre in Friar Street amidst an afterglow of satisfaction from a job well done. The game, at Youghal GAA’s playing pitches on Magner’s Hill, drew an attendance of over 2,500 from across the region and beyond, to see household names from the nineties and noughties renew rivalries. Ultimately the gate receipts, programme revenue, sponsorship and donations earned €37,014 for the Friar Street based charity. Youghal Community Garda and former Waterford hurler Peter Queally, who devised the idea, said the event had been “a fantastic success.” The garda specifically praised co-organiser Kevin Curtin, an engineer and of Youghal GAA member for his “unbelievable attention to detail and his professionalism”. Mr. Curtin hailed the cooperation and camaraderie that had brought so many different sectors together, from the

organising committee to the GAA, to the cancer support centre staff, sponsors, volunteers, commentator MacDara Mac Donncha, other sporting clubs and so on. The speaker acknowledged the contributions of social media and the local and national press, local business Flanagan Print who “went beyond the call of duty, often at short notice, the Waterford and Cork county boards and not least the players whose enthusiasm and commitment was empowering. With up to 80 sponsors on board, the engineer confined himself to mentioning the role of the five main ones, namely AIB, Brookes SuperValu, Imperial Hotel, East Cork Oil and TQS in Lismore. In coming involved from the outset, he said, their funding had imparted the confidence to make it a big occasion. Mr. Curtin also recognised some people who, opting for anonymity, donated “enormous amounts of money” on the day and “really shocked us by their generosity.” MEETING THE COST Garda Queally recalled how the centre said it needed funds for two electronic therapy beds

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Midleton Inspector Joe O'Connor with Youghal Sgt. Mark Ward and Community Garda Peter Queally. costing €3,000 each. It also needed €30,000 to establish a men’s shed. Six months on,“there is the €36,000 -plus one!”, he said. Helen Tilston, on behalf of the cancer support house, said the sum raised had surpassed all expectations and thanked all involved. She had a special mention for schoolboy Conor Finn who singlehandedly raised €300

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Staff of GSK pictured at Walton Park, Dungarvan after completing the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park. [David Clynch]

Hundreds turn out for the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of Sesame Preschool GSK ‘STEP UP FOR SESAME’ HUNDREDS of families turned out at Ballinroad to join the GSK team and walk 5km along the Greenway on Saturday, 15th June in support of Sesame Early Intervention Pre-school in Dungarvan. 100% of funds raised from this event will go to purchase a wheelchair friendly seven seat vehicle to ensure transport is

no longer a barrier for any child in West Waterford who is referred for early intervention services. The 5km Family Walk was the final stretch of the GSK Fundraising Challenge that more than 130 employees from the healthcare manufacturing site in Dungarvan undertook. Some 30 members of the GSK team

Lily and Tommy Harty from Abbeyside pictured at Walton Park, Dungarvan for the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park.[David Clynch]

walked the entire Greenway from Waterford to Dungarvan (46km), with more than 70 colleagues joining at the mid-way point walking from Kilmacthomas to Dungarvan (23km). Brian Fox, GSK Site Director said: “At GSK Dungarvan we believe that helping people do more, feel better and live longer starts at home. We have made a deliberate decision to focus our fundraising efforts on local causes that matter most to our people and the community. The annual GSK Fundraising Challenge is voted for and entirely driven by our employees and I am delighted that Sesame is this year’s beneficiary. The Sesame Preschool has won many hearts in GSK, but none more so than those of the parents in our business who have had first-hand experience and know the life changing benefit that early intervention has had for their child and their entire family.” Eleanor McGrath, General Manager, Sesame Early Intervention Preschoolsaid “Sesame is a specialised early intervention service for children aged two to five years with additional needs in the west Waterford area. Children are referred to us by the HSE Early Intervention Team with varying needs including speech and lan-

George Hamilton, Dermot Fahey, Kevin Cambridgel and Garry O'Shea all from Waterford Fire and Rescue Service pictured at Walton Park, Dungarvan at the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park. [David Clynch]

guage delay, queried Autism, Down Syndrome, Turners Syndrome and Williams Syndrome. Sadly, there are children we know of throughout the west of the county, who are not getting any early intervention supports simply because they don’t have a way of getting to services like ours. Our hope is that with the support of GSK employees, we can purchase suitable disability transport, and lift that barrier for children.” Irene Lawlor, GSK Communications Managersaid: “This is the second year of the GSK Fundraising Challenge. We were absolutely thrilled with the turnout on Saturday, with hundreds of family groups coming out to show their support for Sesame Preschool.The generosity of our community continues to amaze us - we received lots of donations on the day and we’re calling on sponsorship cards to be returned over the next two weeks. We’ve our fingers tightly crossed that we’ll have raised enough to purchase the seven seat wheelchair friendly vehicle that will make such a difference to Sesame and children who are referred to use this service. A sincere thank you to all our supporters.” GSK would like to say thank you to the following who contributed to support Step Up for Sesame: • Sasha Bulfin Design • Munster Print & Sign • Sodexo • Coach House Coffee • Tom Flynn Bus Hire • WLR FM and Damien Tiernan • Dungarvan Observer • Dungarvan Leader • Waterford County Council • An Garda Síochana, Dungarvan • Waterford Fire Service, Dungarvan • The team of Sesame Preschool • GSK Employees Fundraising Committee, Support Team,Volunteers, Walkers and Supporters.

The GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park. [David Clynch]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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Davy Russell honoured with life membership of Youghal Golf Club By Christy Parker CHELTENHAM Gold Cup and twice Grand National winner Davy Russell has been honoured with honorary life membership of his local golf club. The jockey received the accolade at a convivial gathering at Youghal Golf Club, accompanied by his wife Edelle and children, his dad Jerry and extended family members. The thrice times Irish champion jockey and also recent winner of the French Gold Cup, received a standing ovation on entering the pavilion, where he was preceded by lone piper Christy McCarthy. TRACKING PROGRESS Youghal Golf Club President Cillian Twomey related how the sportsman’s affinity for horses began at two years of age and would earn him 22 Cheltenham winners and countless winners across Ireland and England since turning professional 20 years ago.

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EGM in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on 20/6/2019 @ 8.30 p.m. sharp THE DISCUSSION WILL BE ON THE HUNT’S FUTURE All those interested in the future of the hunt, are invited to come along and offer their advice on hunting matters and how to improve our club. We organise hacks, fun rides and other social events as well as hunting. All members and non-members are cordially invited to join us. Come along, enjoy the refreshments and become an active member of our club.

As recently as the day previous he had ridden two winners at Punchestown, lest anyone think he was losing interest. Mr. Twomey described the rider as “the most modest man” he had ever met, (well, he’s in a golf club!), and one who had thoughts for others, even at moments of high personal achievement. He also referenced the jockey’s regular availability for charitable causes. WINNER ALL THE WAY The 39 year-old’s reward of life membership meant he could “play on this course any day of the week and at any hour of the day, while the rest of us have to step aside and defer to him as ‘Mr. Russell of course...’”, joked the President. Presenting the framed and honourable dedication, the President said it was being “donated, conferred, granted, bestowed and paid for on one of the most humble, internationally renowned and brilliant sportsDavy Russell receiving honorary life membership from Youghal Golf Club President Cillian Twomey, watched by his wife Edelle and son Liam.

Edelle Russell pictured with Youghal Golf Club President Cillian Twomey and PRO Jane Coyne after receiving a bouquet of flowers.

men that East Cork has ever had!” The gesture brought sustained applause, before club professional Liam Burns also presented the guest with a club jumper (though not the kind he is used to handling!). HOME STRAIGHT A consummate speaker, Davy recalled as a youth that the golf club was “like a second home” to his dad and where Jerry played cards. “When you were looking for him you tried here first!”, he smiled. “When he heard about this honour”, he continued, “I think it meant more to him than the Grand national meant to me!” The jockey confides he has only played golf once in his life – though he frequented a driving range years ago when living in Limerick – despite being reared

on the family farm adjacent to the club. On that note he had a confession to make: “If you ever find a couple of hoof prints over the far side”, he began, “the pony went straight in over the ditch!” On a personal note the links course offers a view of Monatray across the harbour where, the jockey recalled, he used to ride ponies. Thanking the club committee, the hero of the turf said he hoped to avail of his new status by taking to the course in times to come. Should he need advice negotiating the course wife Edelle, a former Irish pole vault champion, is a consummate exponent of the game, he says. Then again, he is well used to prevailing over handicaps...

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Why Waterford needs the €5 million WHICH came first the chicken or the egg? This old riddle might well be applied to the arguments against the further funding of Waterford Airport, which was awarded five million euro last week to fund a runway extension and cover some running costs as well. Dublin City media have been scathing about this funding, which was provided after lobbying by local politicians. The arguments against the funding seem to be based mainly on the fact that Waterford Airport has had no commercial traffic for over two years. The intention of this present funding is to extend the airport runway to enable larger commercial aircraft to land there and expand the business and tourist use of the facility. A couple of generations ago, there was an equal outcry when Cork Airport was proposed, alleging it would be financially unviable and, being sited on a hill, would be closed regularly by fog. “If a man smokes a cigar in Cork City, then the airport will have to close’ ran the disparaging slogan, but the doubters and nay-sayers have been proved wrong in the decades since. “If the runway is provided, then the planes will come’ might be a more appropriate slogan in the case of Waterford and if the larger aircraft can be accommodated, then charter flights and holiday traffic will be attracted. The Region is well enough resourced to accommodate a much increased footfall. While €5 million is a great deal of money, that sum pales into insignificance when compared to the incentives and development funds which are channelled into the east coast development. If Waterford and the wider South East Region are to develop, then the infrastructure has to be developed accordingly. There need be no bottom to the tourist pot as we have discovered over several decades. This region has as much to offer as any other in the

INCORP. MUNSTER INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE Serving the community of County Waterford for over a century 1912–2019 country and should be given the opportunity to expand. The tourist numbers today would have been unthinkable ten or twenty years ago and there is no reason why this region could not share in the national tourist pie, while contributing handsomely via the Sunny South East and the vast heritage of the Ancient East. ‘Bring in the tourists and they will be catered for’ would be a much more positive and accurate slogan and they will be cared for no less successfully here in The Ancient East than other regions of the country. There is no need to list the historic or visual attractions, or the growing list of destinations more than capable of professionally tending to tourists’ needs and sending them home happy. But a better airport is a necessary part of the plan.

Reducing our Carbon Bill THE Government’s Climate Action Plan, which was launched with great fanfare this week was described by An Taoiseach as “a way forward that is both effective and sensible.” There is a small, but growing number of electric vehicles on our roads presently and it is the intention that that figure will reach to upwards of one million electric vehicles over the next decade. If so, there will have to be a major improvement in the charging

infrastructure, as many towns just now do not have that facility. Most have only slow charging capacity of 25km per hour. This means that unless people have a new or relatively new vehicle with substantial battery capacity, there will be many places they cannot visit, or further destinations to which they cannot go. An announcement some time ago that it was proposed to charge for the use of the public chargers, sent a very negative message to those who have, or plan to own, an electric vehicle. Incentives are being given in many areas of energy usage to change to more eco-friendly methods of powering both domestic and non-domestic appliances, vehicles and machinery. This should continue to extend to road vehicles. In view of the fact that natural gas usage is considered eco-friendly at the moment, it is difficult to understand why it should be on the immediate list of energy generation to be eliminated within the next ten years. The plan envisages the closing of the coal-fired generating station at Moneypoint in 2025, but even this date is not set in stone and could be further extended. In fact, it should be much earlier. In view of the fact that Moneypoint is one of the greatest sources of pollution in this country, using a million tons of coal each year, it should surely be placed higher on the priority list for elimination. That alone would reduce our carbon footprint by 5% per annum and fulfil our requirements in the immediate term. Planning for alternative electricity generation should begin immediately. A recent shutdown of Moneypoint gave a very welcome reduction of 8% in our national carbon reduction figures. If the closure of the plant means a large number of redundancies, then it has been widely suggested that those workers could be employed in the production of biomass in the bogs which will also be abandoned. The energy debate is not much more than started and many other positive proposals will emerge over the course of the coming years. Climate change is slowly being accepted even by the most sceptical of people. It is a reality and every person has a part to play in its containment and possible reversal.

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Lucky Waterford winner scoops €50,000 with Prize Bonds THIS week's Prize Bond Star Prize of €50,000 goes to lucky Prize Bond number DL 063091 held in County Waterford. The lucky bond was purchased in 2002. There were over 4,700 prizes awarded in this week’s Prize Bond Draw, amounting to over €302,000. In addition to a €1 million prize awarded on the last weekly draw of June and

December, there are weekly draws where the top prize is €50,000. Other cash prizes awarded each week include 10 of €1,000 and 10 of €500. Prize Bonds are a State Savings product which, instead of paying interest, offers bond holders the chance to win cash prizes every week. All winnings are tax-free, and Prize Bonds can be cashed in at any time after the

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Humanology Informative talk by Prof. Luke O’Neill – Waterford City Hall – Friday, 21st June

Alex Hennebry (Colligan) has been selected to represent Ireland in the European Para Youth Games in Lahti, Pagulahti, Finland, with the U-23 Wheelchair Basketball team. Travelling on Monday, 25th June, to Monday, 1st July, Alex would like to thank all who supported him in his fundraising for this trip. Good luck and all the best to Alex and the team from his family and friends.

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COMIC books and Hollywood have always had a great time with enhanced humans created by genetic engineering – stories featuring a dystopian future where modified humans go out of control. However, recent advances in genetic engineering, notably a technique called CRISPR, have made the prospect of altering humans genetically a more feasible occurrence. Might it be possible to make humans disease resistant by altering faulty genes? And how about making humans who are naturally superior in terms of resisting diseases? Can we make everyone disease resistant, or will this just be for the rich? Would it be possible to make a human like Fionn Mac Cumhaill or Spiderman? Luke O’Neill is professor of Biochemistry in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology at Trinity College Dublin in 2018 he published Humanology: A Scientist’s Guide to our Amazing Existence. His research investigates inflammation, and he has worked on the innate immune system, which lies at the heart of inflammation. He has made pioneering discoveries in the area of immunity and immune-metabolism. He is using his findings to help in the effort to develop novel anti-inflammatory medicines. Luke will give a talk in Waterford City Hall, Waterford at 5.00 p.m. on Friday, 21st June. Tickets available at www.robertboyle.ie

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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Paula Hannigan, Pastry Chef at Cliff House Hotel wins the Valrhona Pâtisserie Championship 2019 PAULA Hannigan, pastry chef at the Cliff House Hotel, wins the sixth Valrhona Pâtisserie Championship 2019, held on Wednesday, 5th June in DIT Cathal Brugha Street. Paula faced off stiff competition from top pastry chefs from across Ireland to claim this prestigious title. The theme for the 2019 Championship was “An Irish Summer”. Entrants were asked to design a plated restaurant dessert using at least one couverture from Valrhona’s Single Origin Grand Cru de Terroir range. A pre-dessert was also required; their pre-dessert needed to be vegan and made without use of a mould. Following written recipe submission, the seven other finalists chosen to compete on the day included Andrew Ryan (Ashford Castle), Camille Mazeron (Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud), Gary Corrigan (Craft Restaurant), Jessica Scanlon (Chapter One), Karen Bell (James Street South), Mathieu Masson (Luttrellstown Castle) and Tara Gartlan (The Greenhouse). Each competitor had four hours to produce their vegan pre-dessert & their plated dessert illustrating the theme of “An Irish Summer”. Javier Guillen, acclaimed Valrhona Pastry Chef, headed up the 2019 judging panel. Javier was joined on the tasting panel by 4 esteemed Irish Pastry Chefs: Clare Anne Taylor (formerly pastry at The Ritz London & 2* Michelin Le Manoir aux Quat'Saison, now of Clare Anne Taylor, Bespoke Cakes & Confections), Cyril Borie (Chocolatier at L'Art Du Chocolat), David Geszler (of Sodexo) and Pawel Batko (Executive Pastry Chef at Powerscourt Hotel). The contestants’ kitchen skills were overseen by Luke Frost, Valrhona Pastry Chef Northern Europe. The inspiration for Paula’s “An Irish Summer” dessert came from Irish barley. Paula grew up on a family farm which grew barley and harvest time has always been her favourite part of Summer. Even when living in Australia seeing the barley fields gave her a great sense of home. Paula wanted to showcase this beautiful Irish ingredient, which her family have been producing for generations, in her plated dessert. Paula titled her winning dessert “Flavours from an Irish Terroir”. The chocolates she used in her dish are from Valrhona’s Single Origin Grand Cru de Terroir range, each one beautifully complementing a flavour made on our own Irish Terroir, be it the barley or the Irish milk she used. Paula showcased the flavours of barley in three forms - toasted barley, malted barley and malt whiskey. She then used three different Valrhona chocolates to compliment the flavour - Nyangbo 68% (Single Origin Ghana), Bahibé 46% (Single Origin Dominican Republic) and Tulakalum 75% (Single Origin Bélize).The high quality of these chocolates made the barley flavours shine through. Paula also took inspiration from barley in how she garnished her dessert, using gold colours. Paula used the “Flavours from an Irish Terroir” theme for her vegan pre-dessert too. Inspired by the 'cliff walk' in Ardmore, Paula used gorse flowers and sea buckthorn berries, both of which can be found alongthe

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Audiences take a literal journey around the globe and Young Writers awarded at the 17th Immrama Festival OVER the weekend the seventeenth annual Lismore Immrama Festival of Travel Writing celebrated a theme of ‘Extraordinary Adventures’ and visitors from all over the country descended upon the heritage town to enjoy a series of events spanning from last Wednesday to Sunday. Talks took place with Neil Oliver, author, and the presenter of the TV series Coast; explorer and author Sarah Outen took her audience on an adventure around the globe by boat, by bike and by kayak. And festivalgoers travelled through the depths of Africa with author Lerato Mogoathle as she discussed her book ‘Vagabond’, Dr. Robyn Rowland shared personal travel tales from Turkey, the Balkans and Australia and author Rosita Boland told of some daredevil moments from her new travel book Elsewhere; one woman, one rucksack, one lifetime of travel. Earlier in the week, the festival opened with the screening of the documentary ‘Congo – An Irish Affair’ which was broadcast to a full house which included some of the soldiers from what is now referred to as the siege of Jadotville. Historian Donald Brady spoke of Waterford novelist Regina Maria Roche and traditional musician Charlie Piggott took his audience on a journey of musical travels. The final day of the festival was ‘Family Fun Sunday’ and crowds enjoyed the activities, and atmosphere at the town’s Millennium Park with lots of entertainment on offer from The Booley House. The winners of the 2019 Immrama Young Travel Writers competition were also announced and presented with their awards by Neil Oliver. Earlier this year budding young writers were encouraged to submit entries based on the theme of ‘Letters to Home’; Secondary school level students in the form of 500 word short stories and Primary school level students (5th & 6th class) 250-word ‘Postcards to Home’. Close to 500 entries were received from schools across Ireland for this years Immrama School’s Travel Writers Competition. The judges for the competition included Stephen Kavanagh CEO Aer Lingus, Pól O’Conghaile, Award-winning Travel Writer Debbie Byrne, MD of An Post Vickie Stephenson

Director CX EMEA Airbnb, Phil Cottier CEO The CX Collection. The winner in the secondary school senior cycle category is Jessica Enright, age 16 from Scoil Mhuire Greenhill, Carrick-on-Suir who wrote ‘Snails for Dinner!’ Her teacher is Alison Duffy. Jessica won a Chromebook and a €100 Amazon Voucher along with the Immrama Travel Writing trophy and her teacher was awarded a stay at the 5-Star Cliff House Hotel. The winner in the secondary school junior cycle category is Eadaoin Drumgoole, age 13 from St Louis Secondary School Dundalk who wrote ‘Czech it out!’ her teacher is Deirdre Smith. Eadaoin won a Chromebook and a €100 Amazon Voucher along with the Immrama Travel Writing trophy and her teacher was awarded a stay at the 5-Star Cliff House Hotel. The winner in the primary school competition is Aisling Brennan, age 12 from St John of Gods National School, Waterford and her teacher is Clare Sheane. Aisling wrote ‘A letter home’ and for this winning entry she won a €100 Amazon Voucher along with the Immrama Travel Writing trophy and her teacher was awarded a stay at the 5-Star Cliff House Hotel. A special judges award of a €100 Amazon voucher was also presented to teacher Ms Hanley at Athlone Community College. One of the organiser’s of the competition Phil Cottier says, “The student’s ages ranged from 10 to 18 and the quality and standard of this year’s entries were exceptional. We would like to offer our special thanks to the teachers, the students and our sponsors Aer Lingus and the 5-Star Cliff House Hotel for making this year competitions so special.” Commenting on the 2019 festival one of the festival’s organiser’s Jan Rotte said, “We are delighted to welcome lots of new faces to Lismore for Immrama this year, the programming this year has been all about adventure, some of the travel journeys we have heard over the weekend have been fascinating. We would like to thank everyone for joining us and making the 2019 festival a great success and indeed to our sponsors and supporters for their ongoing commitment.”

Author and presenter of the TV series 'Coast' Neil Oliver and Sara Dolan from the CX Collection making a presentation to Jessica Enright from Scoil Mhuire Greenhill, Carrick-on-Suir who was the winner in the secondary school senior cycle category of the 2019 Immrama Young Travel Writers competition with her teacher Alison Duffy pictured at Blackwater Community School during the 17th Annual Lismore Immrama Festival of Travel Writing. [David Clynch]

Pictured at the 17th Immrama Festival at Lismore, Co. Waterford were author Rosita Boland, Sarah Outen explorer and author, Historian Donald Brady, author Lerato Mogoathle, Neil Oliver, author, and the presenter of the TV series Coast and Dr. Robyn Rowland. [Patrick Browne]

Pictured are Veronica Troy, sponsor Bonnies bouquets, John Troy and Alison Duffy. [Patrick Browne]

The Booley House performance at Lismore Heritage Centre for the 17th annual Lismore Immrama Festival of Travel Writing. [David Clynch]

Author and presenter of the TV series 'Coast' Neil Oliver and Sara Dolan from the CX Collection making a presentation to Aisling Brennan from St John of Gods National School, Waterford who was the winner in the primary school competition of the 2019 Immrama Young Travel Writers competition pictured with her teacher Clare Sheane at Blackwater Community School during the [David Clynch] 17th annual Lismore Immrama Festival of Travel Writing.

Author and presenter of the TV series 'Coast' Neil Oliver and Sara Dolan from the CX Collection making a presentation to Eadaoin Drumgoole from St. Louis Secondary School Dundalk who was the winner in the secondary school junior cycle category of the 2019 Immrama Young Travel Writers competition during the 17th annual Lismore Immrama Festival of Travel Writing. [David Clynch]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

John Creedon filming for RTE in Dungarvan on Saturday, 15th June, 2019 IT was with great pleasure that the Waterford Community Archaeology Group Gallows Hill (part of Waterford County Museum, Dungarvan,) welcomed the very popular and widely respected celebrity John Creedon and his RTE film crew to Dungarvan on Saturday last. The aim of their visit was to film, with Chrissy Knight O’Connor, co-founder of the Waterford Community Archaeology Group, and talk about its excavations and exciting discoveries at Gallows Hill, in addition to Dungarvan’s potential Viking past.

John was welcomed to the town like a hero, people stopping to shake hands and take photographs and he obliged all who asked. A lovely man and a true celebrity. The culmination of the programme will be a replica Viking Longship sailing into Dungarvan Harbour, something which hasn’t happened for a thousand years or so! This is scheduled to take place next weekend. The programme will be aired later in the Summer. Christine King.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Brazil elected Cathaoirleach of PortlawKilmacthomas Municipal District Council FINE Gael Councillor Liam Brazil has been elected as Cathaoirleach of the new PortlawKilmacthomas Municipal District Council [formerly Comeragh] at their AGM held last week. Cllr. Brazil was proposed by his party colleague, Cllr. Seanie Power and seconded by Fianna Fáil’s John O’Leary. He was elected three votes in favour, seeing off a challenge for the position from Labour’s Ger Barron (two votes) who was proposed by Sinn Féin’s Declan Clune. Meanwhile, Cllr. Seanie Power was elected as LeasChathaoirleach of the Portlaw-Kilmacthomas Municipal District Council, receiving three votes to Cllr. Clune’s two votes.

Election of Committee at the Portlaw/Kilmacthomas District AGM – Seated left to right Honor Dunphy, Secretary; Cllr. Liam Brazil, Chairperson. Cllr. Seanie Power, Vice Chairperson and Ivan Grimes, DOS Waterford City & County Council. Standing left to right: Cllr. John O'Leary, Cllr. Ger Barron. Cllr. Declan Clune and Micheal Walsh, CEO. Waterford City & County Council. [Sean Byrne]

Brazil vows to find out who was responsible for Comeragh area boundary changes NEW Cathaoirleach of the Po r t l aw - K i l m a c t h o m a s Municipal District Council (formerly Comeragh), Cllr. Liam Brazil has vowed to get to the bottom of who was responsible for electoral boundary changes which took place in the Comeragh area at the last Local Elections. The Comeragh area was reduced by one seat (from six to five) and its name was changed to Portlaw-Kilmacthomas following a review by the Boundary Commission, which was instigated by junior minister John Paul Phelan. Among his aims as Cathaoirleach for the year, which includes the continuation of work on the District’s roads; housing for rural communities; mental health awareness; and more help and support for community groups, particularly the Tidy Towns groups, and small rural businesses; Cllr. Brazil said his investigation into the electoral boundary and name change is top of his priority list. He sought the Council to write to the relevant body seeking permission to change the name of the electoral area back to ‘Comeragh’. He said it wasn’t fair on the people of the electorate to call it the Portlaw-Kilmacthomas District because it was confusing to constituents on the other side of the Comeragh Mountains - in the Ballymacarbry, Nire Valley areas. “When I was out canvassing in places like Ballymacarbry, people

were under the impression they couldn’t vote for me,” Cllr. Brazil told the meeting. “I don’t think it’s right - whoever came up with this name ‘Portlaw-Kilmacthomas’. I want the Council to write to the Boundary Commission and ask them who was involved in changing the boundary of the Comeragh District,” Cllr. Brazil said, indicating there must have been local knowledge used. “I also think it’s totally unfair for us to lose a Councillor here in the Comeragh District. When the new Comeragh District was formed in 2014, I can tell you we left it in a far better place than we got it.” Cllr. Brazil said there was a lot of hard work carried out by the Comeragh District in areas like Modeligo, Touraneena, Sliabh gCua, Stradbally and Kilrossanty, only for the Boundary Commission to come along and remove those areas from the Comeragh District. “It was wrong for any Boundary Commission to come down and cut our parishes in half, especially my own parish of Kilrossanty. It’s bad enough having people fighting over politics and GAA in parishes, but to have bodies like this Boundary Commission cutting our parishes and communities in half is totally unfair,” he said. Cllr. Brazil vowed that he would do his “utmost” to find out who was behind the changes to the boundary of the Comeragh District and he would also work to have the Portlaw-

Kilmacthomas electoral area renamed ‘Comeragh’. “I want to find out where these changes came from and who was involved, because there had to have been local involvement in naming the area and redrawing the electoral boundary lines,” Cllr. Brazil added. Leas-Chathaoirleach, Cllr. Seanie Power supported Cllr. Brazil’s call for the District to be renamed ‘Comeragh’. Cllr. Declan Clune agreed saying it was “a complete misrepresentation of the area” and he would support any steps Cllr. Brazil took to have the name changed. Cllr. John O’Leary concurred and said the changing of the electoral district name was “absolutely crazy and very confusing for people on the doors I canvassed”. “The Comeragh name is an icon and I think we benefitted from having such a name, because it means a lot to people,” Cllr. O’Leary said.“I am supportive of the call for the name change and I hope the current name can be rescinded.” Cllr. O’Leary agreed there is a large volume of work to be carried out on roads, housing and community groups. “Particularly in regards to roads - we’ve moved on from the days when we came in here complaining about potholes,” Cllr. O’Leary said. He said problems and issues on the N25 still need to be addressed, such as the removal of right turning lanes and the haz-

ardous junction at Carroll’s Cross. Cllr. Brazil concurred that Carroll’s Cross “is a dangerous junction” and he hoped some sort of safety work will take place there, as well as work at Downey’s Cross completed this year and installation of traffic calming in Lemybrien. Cllr. O’Leary reiterated that support is also needed for community groups like Tidy Towns and a re-examination of the funds they are allocated. “The government needs to be putting more money into this area because it would be money well spent,” Cllr. O’Leary said. Cllr. Ger Barron agreed with Cllr. Brazil’s assessment of the name.

“To me the Comeraghs are a defined area. I would like to see people, when asked where they come from, to say they come from the Comeraghs, as easily as a person saying they are from ‘West Cork’ or ‘The Burren’,” he said. Cllr. Barron said the name ‘Comeragh’ extends beyond just Portlaw and Kilmacthomas. “Comeragh is an excellent name for an electoral area, I don’t know why it was changed,” he said. Cllr. Barron agreed that communities will be facing bigger challenges in relation to support because Community Employment Schemes are finding it more and more difficult to get people because people are

finding employment. “I come from a background of community involvement and they are the mainstay of how our towns and villages are looked after,” he said. “But with people finding employment, it is becoming harder and harder to get people for CE Schemes. “So, there will be a bigger challenge coming down the line and we need to re-examine how we fund community groups,” Cllr. Barron added. CHANGE OF MONTHLY MEETINGS The five members of PortlawKilmacthomas Municipal District Council agreed to move their meetings to the third Thursday of the month, with the meetings starting at 11.00 a.m.

Newly elected Chairperson of the Portlaw/Kilmacthomas District, Cllr. Liam Brazil with his wife Marie and daughters Fiona and Elaine. [Sean Byrne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Four Waterford companies make Construction Top 50 CIF Contractors List THE Construction Industry Federation (CIF) Top 50 Construction Contractors for 2019 have been announced, with four Waterford firms making the list with a combined turnover of €348.3 million. The Waterford construction companies ranked as follows: • Specialist Technical Engineering Services (STS Group), €144,663,833. • Suir Engineering, €126,000,000. • Radley Engineering, €46,598,000. • David Flynn Ltd., €31,095,000. The combined turnover for Ireland’s top 50 construction companies increased by 25% to €8.39 billion last year according to the Top 50 list. The annual listing gives a snapshot of the overall growth in Irish construction as it delivers many largescale projects throughout Ireland and the world, attracting foreign direct investment to Ireland and exporting almost €2.5 billion in construction expertise. According to Construction magazine’s figures, the top 50 Irish contractors reported a combined turnover of €8.39 billion in 2018, with €5.9 billion of this activity taking place in Ireland, and almost €2.5 billion resulting from exported construction services, up more than 54% from €1.62 billion in 2017. Over the years, the construction industry federation has seen a year on year increase in the turnover for the CIF top 50 contractors. In 2015, total turnover for the CIF top 50 was €4.9 billion, jumping to €6.72 billion in 2017, and €8.39 billion in 2018.

The Irish turnover for CIF’s Top 50 has remained high, increasing 15.7% from €5.1 billion in 2017, to €5.9 billion in 2018. Speaking at the launch of the Construction Top 50 CIF Contractors, Conor O’Connell, Regional Director, CIF said: “CIF are delighted to celebrate the success of the CIF Top 50 contractors, who generated a combined turnover of €8.39 billion. To put this in context, the volume of investment in the industry in 2018 was to the value of €26 billion. The CIF’s top 50 contractors generated almost €2.5 billion from services exports in 2018, an increase of almost 54% from 2017. This number is increasing year upon year, showing quality and expertise of the Irish construction industry is now sought after internationally. During the recession, construction companies internationalised as the domestic economy collapsed. We are now seeing a huge dividend in terms of export growth. A key driver of export growth is our expertise in data centre construction. Dublin has about 24% of the entire EU’s data centre market, just 1% behind London. Our expertise in this area and in Mechanical and Electrical and civil engineering for example, is recognised globally. We will be working with Enterprise Ireland in the coming year to develop an export driven growth strategy for the industry. Expanding into foreign markets is a key step to reducing the boom/bust volatility the industry has been a victim in the past. Today’s figures show there is fur-

ther transformative export growth potential in construction with a concerted effort from industry and Government Despite the strong growth in turnover across the industry, margins are still very tight and there isn’t sufficient work in the regions to maintain a strong, balanced and sustainable contractor sector in Ireland. This doesn’t augur well for the Government’s national development plan or the objective of developing vibrant regions in Project Ireland 2040. The CIF is working closely with Government to modernise the public sector procurement system to ensure that the exchequer, the citizen and the contractor get optimal return. Operating margins are too low across the sector and this has seen a spate of companies going into administration and liquidation as companies dependent on public sector work are pincered between fixed price contracts and an environment of rising labour and materials costs.” Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe said: “Last year in Sligo, my colleagues and I unveiled Project Ireland 2040 and in doing so set out this Government’s priorities for future growth and development, ensuring our built and natural environments, as well as our social and economic fabric are primed to support a population which is set to grow by roughly 1 million people by 2040. Technological adoption and advancement in the industry is absolutely essential. This will include the enhanced use of Building Information Modelling (BIM). Replacing paper plans with 3D digital models allows for far greater detail on planned con-

struction, reducing the risk of unexpected issues arising. BIM also facilitates greater collaboration in delivery, reduces waste and will improve ongoing maintenance of projects once completed. Construction must be made more attractive as a career choice. The apprenticeships system is being expanded, offering an entry for young people into the industry. Much progress has been made over the last year and half on construction projects nationwide, as well as improvements in the construction sector. There is much more to do to ensure that Ireland has all of the infrastructure it requires as we develop further as a country. Central to this will be to ensure that the construction sector continues to advance its capabilities and capacity with the support of Government.” Construction magazine's Top 50 CIF Contractors list was revealed at an exclusive event on Wednesday, 12th June in Dublin, as industry leaders from across the country gather to see how their firm ranked and celebrate a successful year of increased business despite the challenges that remain for the sector such as skills shortages, productivity, and regional development. John Sisk and Son were named Ireland’s top construction contractor, while Mercury Engineering and BAM Contractors retained their position in second and third respectively. See the full list of contractors below. The event was sponsored by DRS Bond Management and Silver Shemmings Ash.

Public Participation: Identification of Bathing Waters LOCAL authorities must identify official bathing areas in their area every year so that they can be monitored for safety, water quality and their level of use. To help with this process, Waterford City and County Council is asking people who swim at beaches, lakes and rivers to tell them if they think they should maintain existing designated bathing waters designations or give a new official bathing area designation to areas that are commonly used for swimming, but not identified at the moment. Under European and Irish law, Irish local authorities must identify bathing waters each year so that these areas can be monitored to ensure they meet stringent microbiological

water quality standards. In some cases, the official bathing areas are also the areas where local authorities focus their resources providing lifeguards during the Summer season. These laws also require that the local authority prepares detailed descriptions or profiles for each of the identified bathing water sites that describe not just the bathing area but also areas in the surface waters catchment area that could be a source of pollution. The profiles include an assessment of the risk of pollution and what action would be taken if pollution occurs. If you are a regular swimmer and want to help your Council decide which bathing areas should be classified as such, it might be

helpful to consider the following: • How your swimming area has been used up to now; • How many people use the site; • What facilities exist at the site and how accessible it is; • Any safety issues. If you wish to propose your favourite beach/river etc as a new bathing water site or comment on an existing site please www.waterfordcouncil.ie Closing date for submissions to Waterford City and County Council is 17th July, 2019. For further information please visit www.waterfordcouncil.ie

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that Waterford City & County Council, having complied with the above Act, will close the following roads, temporarily, on Sunday 30th June 2019 from 8.00am to 6.00pm to facilitate the holding of the ‘Ravens Rock Rally’ by Carrick-on-Suir Motor Club Ltd. Roads to be Closed: Stage 1, 4, 7 Grange Church to Reamanagh West From the junction where the N25 meets the L-2025 at Grange, along the L-2025 turn right onto L-6091 at Ballylangadon, left onto the L-6092 at Newtown, Knocknastooka, Tinnalyra, left onto the L-6090 at Grallagh Upper, right onto the L-6086 at Grallagh Bridge, right onto the L-6081 at Aughnacurraveel towards Ballycurrane Cross Roads, right onto the L6083 and L-6082 at Cloghraun, Carronbeg, right onto the L-2022 to finish at the junction where the L-2022 (Mountain Road to Clashmore) meets the L-2021 (Mountstuart Road). Stage 2, 5, 8 Middlequarter Dungarvan to Clonkerdin From the junction where the N25 meets the L-6125 (Killosseragh Road) at Middlequarter, along the L-6125, towards Twomilebridge turn left onto the L-2022 and right onto the L-6078 along this road at Ballycullane Beg, Ballyguiry West, Ballyguiry Bridge and left onto the L-60772 at Kilnafarna Lower, Kilnafarna Upper, right onto L-60771 and right onto L-6077 at Knocknaglogh Upper, Ballintaylor Upper, Ballintaylor Lower, right onto L-2020 and left onto L-6073 at Knockmaon, left onto L-6072 at Knockaun, Left onto L-6068 heading towards Canty Bridge and Lauragh Cross Roads, along by Laura Bridge, Aughanorrick Bridge, Ballymulalla West, Ballygambon Upper and to finish at the junction where the L-6080 (Ballymulalla Road) meets the L-2020 (Bog Road) at Clonkerdin. Stage 3, 6, 9 Knocknacrooha Upper (Blackhill Woods) to Clooncogaile From junction where L-1033 (Blackhill Woods Road) meets L-1031 (Kilcannon road) at Knocknacrooha Upper, along L-1033, Carrowgarriff, Carrowgarriff More, right onto L-5066 and left onto L-5065 at Carrowgarriff Beg, right onto L-1033 and left onto L-5068 at Garryduff, Knockaunnaglokee, left onto L-1034 and right onto L-5070 at Sleady Cross Roads, along the L-5070 at Carrigaun Woodhouse, Ballynagleragh, Millinacoorka Bridge onto the L-5071 to finish at the cross roads where the L-5071 (Clooncogaile Rd) meets the L-5069 (Tinalira Rd) and the L-1035 (Cahernaleague Road). Alternative Route: Please follow diversion routes on day of event. Fergus Galvin, Director of Services Roads, Water and Environment

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By Declan Glynn THE All-New Ford Focus arrived in Ireland late last summer to much applause and acclaim. This latest version of the Ford Focus delivers more style, space and advanced driving technologies for mid-size family car customers than ever before. The new Focus also introduces a comprehensive range of advanced driving technologies that can help drivers make light work of stop-start traffic, see more clearly when driving in the dark, park simply by holding down a button, and avoid accidents. AERODYNAMIC SILHOUETTE The sporty new Focus silhouette is the most aerodynamic in its class. Athletic and dynamic, with a long bonnet and muscular rear haunches, each model in the range is differentiated with unique elements. There are five trim levels to choose from – Zetec, ST-Line, Titanium, Vignale, and Active, while award-winning petrol and diesel engines are available across the range, along with a choice of 6-speed manual, or 8-speed automatic gearboxes. REVIEW CAR My review car was a new Ford Focus

5-door in sporty ST-Line specification, and was fitted with a 1.5-litre EcoBlue (turbo-diesel) engine, mated to a slick 8-speed automatic gearbox. Finished in stunning ‘Desert Island Blue’ metallic paint, the car really stood out from the crowd – thanks in no small part to its standard ST-Line styling kit with dual chrome exhausts. Other standard features include ST-Line scuff plates, auto lights & wipers, front LED fog lights with cornering feature, Pre-collision Assist, Lane-Keeping Alert with Lane Departure Warning, cruise control, sports seats & trim, ST-Line flat bottom steering wheel & sports pedals, sports suspension, Ford power starter button, manual air conditioning, electronic parking brake, centre armrest, Ford MyKey, and selectable drive modes. Optional features fitted to my review car included a FordPass Connect Modem, 8” SYNC 3 touchscreen with Navigation, Ford Co-Pilot 360 (adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering & Traffic Jam Stop & Go Assist, High Beam Assist, Driver Alert, and Traffic Sign Recognition), Design Pack (18” Katana

alloy wheels, fixed LED headlights, and privacy glass), open-able panoramic roof, wireless charging, heads-up display, BLIS (Blind Spot Information System), and Enhanced Active Park Assist (including a rear view camera). DRIVING DYNAMICS On the road, the 120PS (118bhp) engine in my review car really sparkled. With 300Nm of torque available, this EcoBlue engine is capable of sprinting from 0-100km/h in 10.0-seconds, with a top speed of 196km/h achieveable. On a combined driving cycle, this engine can consume as little as 4.5-litres of diesel for every 100km’s driven, while a carbon emission figure of 139g/km leads to annual road tax of just €280. Excellent driving dynamics ensure that the new Ford Focus provides a terrific driving experience on all kinds of road surface, while allowing the car to retain the confident handling characteristics of the previous generation model. SPACIOUS INTERIOR The all-new Focus also provides more space inside for passengers and luggage. An additional 5 centimetres of

length between the front and rear wheels allows class-leading knee clearance for rear seat passengers, and all occupants benefit from the wider interior – with 6 centimetres more shoulder room in the rear. The impression of spaciousness is enhanced with a rear door design featuring windows that stretch further back for a more open sensation, and an open-able panoramic roof that lets light flood into the interior (a €1,410 option on my review car). ATTRACTIVELY PRICED The new Ford Focus is extremely well priced, with the range starting at just €22,513 (ex-delivery) for the Focus Zetec 1.0-litre EcoBoost model. The sporty ST-Line model starts at €23,525 (ex-delivery) and represents outstanding value for money. All new Ford passenger cars are covered by Ford’s excellent 7-Year/100,000km warranty. QUICK FACTS • Striking New Design • Petrol & Diesel Engines • Manual or Automatic • 5 Trim Levels • Priced from €22,513 (ex-delivery).

Renault announce new Special Edition ZOE Z.E. 40 THE Irish EV market is up 270% compared to 2018, and more customers have already bought a Renault ZOE in 2019 (January to May inclusive) than in the whole of 2018. The stylish Renault ZOE’s popularity among Irish motorists is due to several factors, not just its good looks! Despite a generous 317km range from its 41kWh battery, ZOE costs thousands less than its nearest rival, starting at

€25,590. Just like its more expensive competitors, ZOE’s battery is included in the car’s purchase price which means, with 0% finance over five years, customers can minimise the monthly cost of the car and take immediate advantage of ZOE’s huge savings on fuel and maintenance. A typical Irish driver, doing 20,000km a

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ZOE’s technology is unique in the market, and is arguably the best EV for Ireland’s public charging infrastructure. Why can we say this? Because there are over 1,000 public AC charging points around Ireland and ZOE’s chameleon charger means it’s the only electric car which can use these for 22kW rapid charging. That gives an 85km range boost in just half an hour and is three times faster than most rivals, eliminat-

ing the need to queue for the far less common fast chargers. For EV customers who appreciate comfort and practicality, ZOE offers plenty of space (and is bigger inside and out than Renault’s own hugely popular Clio!) This, combined with generous equipment levels, incredible silence and rapid responses, makes ZOE an entertaining and comfortable family car. Renault has also announced a

limited edition zero-emissions ZOE Z.E. 40 R110 S-Edition, which is available to order now from €28,990. In striking Aconite purple, it comes equipped with all of the features in the top-selling Dynamique Nav version plus Rear Parking Camera, Sporty Half Leather Seats and BOSE Audio System. Customers can now avail of 0% APR HP on all new ZOE models for 192, available until 31st July.

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KIA’s new ‘XCeed’ is set to succeed By Declan Glynn THE New Kia XCeed crossover is set to offer a stylish, expressive alternative to traditional SUVs. Featuring a Coupé-like European design, Kia’s new urban crossover possesses sportier design and handling characteristics than an SUV, yet offers comparable levels of interior space and luggage capacity. Kia Motors has released the first image of the new Kia XCeed urban crossover, due to be revealed later in June 2019. Stylish, expressive and modern in design, the new crossover utility vehicle (CUV) represents a sporty alternative to traditional larger SUVs. The swept-back, coupé-like appearance of the new Kia XCeed is a product of the brand’s European design centre in Frankfurt, Germany, designed under the direction of Gregory

Guillaume,Vice President of Design for Kia Motors Europe. The combination of its elevated ride height and lower hip point give the car a sportier driving position than a traditional SUV. Its raised driving position offers a clearer view of the road ahead than a conventional family hatchback. More emotional and dynamic in format and design than its taller rivals, the new Kia XCeed will nevertheless offer comparable levels of interior space and luggage capacity to Europe’s best-selling SUVs. Emilio Herrera, Chief Operating Officer at Kia Motors Europe, comments: “The sporty design and demeanour of the new Kia XCeed CUV makes it more innately desirable than many taller, larger SUVs.Yet it offers this without compromising on versatility, with its intelligent packaging achieving the cabin and storage space of an SUV in

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O’Donnell welcomes road safety measures for Helvick Road, An Rinn WORK should begin very shortly to install road safety initiatives along the Helvick Road in An Rinn, which was welcomed by Independent Councillor Seamus O’Donnell. He said traffic management and road safety initiatives would start from the Spar shop and continue towards the junction which leads the GAA pitch. The junction for the GAA pitch was significantly altered in the recent past because previously it was considered a very dangerous junction. Cllr. O’Donnell had described it at the time as “one of the most dangerous junctions in West Waterford” and he thanked the landowners for their co-operation with the

Council in altering the junction and making it safer. Cllr. O’Donnell said a pedestrian crossing will also be installed on the Dungarvan-side of the junction on the Helvick Road. The road safety improvements will also include footpaths and public lighting up as far as the GAA pitch. Cllr. O’Donnell said the road safety measures “will help make it safer for children using the playground”. He said a barrier is also expected to be installed at the playground. “I expect work on the road safety measures to start very shortly,” Cllr. O’Donnell added.

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Drama at the Harbour as stricken calf is rescued IN a scene reminiscent of early ’90s American movie ‘City Slickers’, Dungarvan Fire Brigade was called on to rescue a stricken calf which had fallen into the water at Dungarvan Harbour last Monday morning. Dungarvan Fire Service was requested to attend the animal rescue at Davitt’s Quay, between the Greenway Bridge and Devonshire Bridge at approximately 11.40 a.m., last Monday, 17th June. On arrival at the scene, the Fire Brigade found the calf had made its way into the water and like ‘Norman’ the calf in the movie, City Slickers, the animal was stuck and was unable to get back to shore and required to be rescued from the rapids. The Fire Brigade was able to successfully guide the animal out of the harbour and the animal was returned to its owner. The operation was successfully completed by 12.30 p.m. and the Fire Brigade returned to the Fire Station.

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Peddling a song and a book about IRONMAN CHRISTY PARKER FINDS A CYCLING ADDICT WITH AN ASKEW VIEW ON IRONMAN AN East Cork man who now runs an annual vintage bicycle rally cycle on the Waterford Greenway (from Kilmacthomas) has compiled a participant’s guide to the Ironman cycle route. Brendan Hennessy from Midleton has also released a parody of the well-known Youghal song Johnny Jump Up called Flash Skin Tight Suit, with the new lyrics dedicated to contesting and winning the Ironman event! The song has scored almost 50,000 hits on You Tube. Brendan is a founder member of a merry band of bike enthusiasts known as OldVelos – “a kind of a play on ‘old fellows’, he clarifies. “We restore bikes, ride them and talk forever about them!” OldVelos began in 2013 when

to Brendan called for a cycle rally in Wicklow to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Dubliner Shay Elliott – Ireland’s first professional cyclist – wearing the yellow jersey in the Tour de France. Most unfortunately, Shay, who was also second in the 1962 World Championships, performed his feat precisely across the three days of JFK’s visit to Ireland. “So it was completely overshadowed”, says Brendan. Since then OldVelos has continued. Numbers vary through occasions but there is a nucleus of about six. They are regulars at many events and in many places across Ireland where two wheels transport people in a hurry.Their next big event is the OldVelos Vintage Classic on the greenway

in July – all new participants welcome. The group is not competing in Ironman but have taken a keen interest in the course, with Brendan travelling its entirety, albeit in three stages and on a tricycle. The cyclist documents the twists, turns and point of attraction along the route. Informative, humorous and frighteningly perceptive they are ‘blogged’ on his website, www.oldvelos.com, which is a kind of Fáilte Ireland meets Waterford Whisper’s entity! The blog is now available in a 28–page participant’s guide handbook. A LYCRA LAD Simultaneously Brendan delivers Flash Skin Tight Suit – “a song about tight Lycra” encapsulating all three triathlon disci-

plines – kind of! Recorded at Youghal’s Claycastle Studios, the soundtrack, lyrics and video amount to five minutes of excellent comedy. Brendan re-wrote the song in a couple of hours, inventing lines like “I went to the sports shop and asked their advice; They got me my shoes and my bike in a trice; But do you have trunks of good repute?; Sorry, says he, I’ve just one skin-tight suit”. Brendan is thankful to “family members, friends, absent foes and people we 'asked nicely', with five seconds notice, for appearing in the film. He says he would like the song to “create a connection between the OldVelos Cycle Route Companion available in Youghal from Walter Raleigh Hotel and Claycastle beach shop.

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Cllr. Geoghegan ‘a better Chairman than Trump is a President’

By Christy Parker

IT remains unrecorded how he might compare to JFK or even Barak Obama but newly elected Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District Fine Gael Chairman Damien Geoghegan is a more dependable option than Donald Trump, his Party colleague Cllr. Pat Nugent told at June’s AGM. Minutes earlier, the Fine Gael politician had proposed Cllr. Geoghegan for the chair. His nomination was seconded by Fine Gael Cllr. Declan Doocey and the Dungarvanbased representative was elected unopposed. Cllr. Nugent recalled that Cllr. Geoghegan had begun his Political career with Dungarvan UDC in 1999 before being elected to Waterford County Council in 2004. He said recent elections showed his colleague to be “a poll topper in every sense”, albeit without clarifying what other sense their might be. Cllr. Nugent noted that this time around, Cllr. Geoghegan has eschewed knocking on doors and pressing the flesh but instead ‘canvassed’ on social media, where he could boast “a fantastic following on his Facebook page, in regard to the comings and goings inside and outside Dungarvan.”This raises the ironic prospect of candidates staying indoors altogether for the duration of elections. Cllr. Nugent then caused the new Chairman a moment of unnecessary alarm when he described him as “in the same mould as Donald Trump”, before quickly adding, “but Trump is very much false.” Stopping short of labelling him The Damien, he said what Cllr. Geoghegan “brings to this chamber is (being) a very hard worker.” Plus he isn’t picking a fight with Iran. Presumably. In more parochial mode, Cllr. Doocey spoke of his and the new Chairman’s families being friends “long before politics.” He

predicted Cllr. Geoghegan would be “a super, super chairperson”, before citing him as “a serious man to get votes and a poll topper in every election.” Outgoing Labour Chairman John Pratt described his successor as “an absolutely fabulous role model” whose poll topping was “absolutely amazing.” CHAIRMAN’S ADDRESS Cllr. Geoghegan, who also filled the Chair in 2014 and 2016, said he felt “very proud” to be elected. He congratulated his elected colleagues including two new councillors and extended commiserations to former SF Cllr. Siobhan Whelan who, he said, had “served with distinction” but was not returned. The Chairman noted that new arrangements meant there were now nine councillors spread across two electoral areas but this would not be a problem if all worked together. He reflected how they now represented an area stretching from Youghal Bridge, past Knockanore and onto Leamybrien and Durrow in the middle of the county. It was “a genuine mix of urban and rural” and an area of such size that its geography would bring “its own issues and challenges.” Cllr. Geoghegan said the municipality’s role in drawing up the next County Development Plan before listing rural housing, rural and urban regeneration, housing supply, small and large businesses’ needs, agricultural requirements, the agri food sector, environment protection, leisure needs and roads and footpath investment as crucial components. The Chairman continued that it was important to devise policies that would allow them to capitalise on the greenway success, foster a healthy business environment and support traditional fishing communities such as in Helvick and Ardmore. He also vowed also to allow no restrictions on time allocated to discussing matters like

roads, planning and housing, as it had become clear to him that those were “the bread and butter issues that matter so much to constituents. DEPUTY CHAIRMAN The new Deputy Chair is Fianna Fáil Cllr. James Tobin, who was nominated by Party colleague Cllr. Tom Cronin, seconded by Independent Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell and elected unopposed. Cllr. Tobin availed of his elevation to criticise unspecified individuals who chose to play politics over the radio, on Twitter and on Facebook, etc. “Politics is like hurling”, he elaborated, regardless of the perilous analogy with the present day Déise side. “You might be marked after a tough game”, he continued, “but you play it inside the white lines. That’s where you play politics. It’s the way I have played it for the past 20 years and how I intend to play it in the future.” Cllr Tobin congratulated the new chairman before joking that he hoped he didn’t move on to a different regime too soon - meaning the national stage. However if he did he believed the public would have “a great Waterford man and a great Dungarvan man!” Cllr. Tobin chastised Minister John Paul Phelan for making Lismore a three-seat electoral area and he would “never know to the day I die” as to the logic behind it. “We were divided by the minister and united by the public”, he declared as he looked forward nonetheless to working with his colleagues. The last words went to Cllr. Doocey, who welcomed the news that Government funding was being provided to support extending the runway at Waterford airport. He had been County Mayor over the past year and had “brought it to their attention in Dublin on numerous occasions”, he revealed. “I’m glad it came to fruition”, he confirmed. “It’s a good day for the county”, he concluded modestly.

All efforts must be made to prevent health support staff strike – Butler

NOTICE PUBLISHING COMMENCEMENT OF AUDIT Notice is hereby given that the audit of the accounts of the above-named local Government organisation for the financial year ended on the 31st day of December, 2018 will be commenced by James Moran Local Government Auditor, on the 2nd day of July 2019. In accordance with article 17 of the Local Government (Financial and Audit Procedures) Regulations 2014, objections to any matter or matters contained in the said several accounts will be considered by the Local Government Auditor during the audit. Written notice of any proposed objection, setting out the relevant particulars and grounds on which it is to be made, should be sent to the above Local Government Auditor at City Hall, The Mall, Waterford within ten days of the commencement of the audit. The annual financial statement will be available during office hours for the inspection of all persons for a period of seven days before the commencement of the audit. Dated this 18th day of June 2019. Michael Walsh Chief Executive

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 Roads Act 1993, propose to close the following road to through trafﬁc from 15th July to 26th July, 2019 to facilitate Watermains Rehabilitation Works: Roads to be Closed: • L2022 Clashmore-Dungarvan Road. Diversion Route: • Via R671 at Clashmore Church. Objections or submissions may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City and County Council, City Hall, The Mall, Waterford not later than 4pm on 3rd July, 2019. Fergus Galvin, Director of Services Roads, Water and Environment

19th June, 2019

SERVICES ACROSS WATERFORD WILL BE AFFECTED BY ACTION FIANNA Fáil TD for Waterford Mary Butler has called on the Health Minister to ensure that his Department and the HSE continue engaging with health unions to try and avert a strike, threatened for this Thursday. Deputy Butler warned that if the 24 hour strike goes ahead later this week, hundreds of patients could be affected. “This action has the potential to cause serious issues in our health service and I am calling on Minister Harris to ensure that every effort is being made to engage fully with the union to find a solution. Health care assistants, porters, lab assistants and catering staff across 38 hospitals – including University Hospital Waterford – are frustrated because the government is failing to follow through on a commitment it made in advance of carrying out a job evaluation scheme”, said Deputy Butler.

“During negotiations on the last Public Service Stability Agreement the government agreed to carry out job evaluations to ascertain where and how job roles had changed and if remuneration should be increased to match any changes. “Fine Gael must now keep its side of the bargain or risk jeopardising further negotiations with trade union representatives. “We’ve already seen nurses and midwives forced into strike action this year, it’s a damning indictment of Fine Gael’s handling of the health service that health support staff feel as if they have no choice but to do the same. “These workers are the backbone of our hospital network and the Government cannot be allowed to take them for granted”, concluded Deputy Butler.

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 Roads Act 1993, propose to close the following road to through traffic on Sunday, 25th August from 10.30am to 12.30pm to facilitate the Boston Scientific Half Marathon. Road to be closed: • R665 from Knocklofty Bridge to the fingerpost at the intersection to the Dungarvan Road. Diversion Route: • Marlfield Road, Clonmel Objections or submissions may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City and County Council, City Hall, The Mall, Waterford not later than 4pm on 3rd July, 2019. Fergus Galvin Director of Services Roads, Water and Environment

19th June, 2019

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Busy season expected for Dungarvan’s new hostel By Paul Mooney DUNGARVAN Hostel and Creamery Café officially opened its doors last Friday, and already the newly installed staff have hit the ground running with plenty of bookings for the upcoming season. Some initial teething problems with the phone lines and internet connection didn’t dampen the spirits or drive of management and staff at the hostel, but thankfully, all those minor difficulties have been solved. In fact, despite the minor hiccups, they have been extremely busy with bookings since they officially opened, as confirmed by Manager, Mark Ronayne, who said many of their first bookings included various groups and individuals who are due to attend upcoming events around County Waterford and surrounding areas, such as the Ironman event in Youghal. It is understood that the Boxing Club have also sought accommodation for a tournament later in the year, and there have been individual bookings from cyclists staying a few nights who want to use the Greenway. “We are basically located at the start of the Greenway. And, we there is a bike hire just across the road from us,” Manager, Mark

Cutting the ribbon to officially open Dungarvan Hostel and Creamery Café last Friday afternoon are, left to right: Chicky O’Keeffe; Mayor John Pratt; owners Kay and Patsy McKiernan; Mark Ronayne, Manager; and Joe Roche, President of Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber. [Marc Daly] Ronayne pointed out while speaking with the media during the official opening of the hostel last Friday. But the hostel is not just aiming to attract sports groups and Greenway users - they also accommodate couples and families. On their official opening day - Friday, 15th June - the hostel

welcomed their first guests, a family all the way from Argentina. The opening of Dungarvan Hostel will bring much-needed bedspaces to the area, following the success of the Greenway. “Everyone has seen over the last couple of years how busy the Greenway has become,” said Mark.

He agreed there was a lack of bedspaces to deal with the increased influx of visitors to the area, but added that the opening of Dungarvan Hostel should go someway to alleviating that shortfall. “Hopefully, it will also help to keep visitors in town longer, so they stay a couple of nights and spend money, which will benefit

everybody, rather than coming in and leaving on the same day,” he said. The hostel has 102 bedspaces across 17 rooms - 12 of which are private bedrooms and five dormitories - all of which are ensuite. “They have TVs in the room as well, so people can relax in the room and the beds all have their

own curtain with light for privacy and powerpoints,” said Mark. The building is ideally located, just off the town square and around the corner from the shopping centre - “you couldn’t get a better location” said Mark. Everyone who graces the door of the newly opened Dungarvan Hostel and Creamery Café will be given a warm Céad Míle Fáilte by Mark Ronayne and his team. He said the staff all started last week and praised them for helping to get the place up and running. “They have been brilliant,” he said. “There is a buzz around the place and the hostel and café are looking beautiful.” The Creamery Café is open to everyone, from 8.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. serving breakfasts, wraps, paninis, fish and chips, burgers. The café has a wine licence and will extend that to a beer licence at a later date, serving local beer. Kids menu is also available. Mark said it was their aim to serve and promote local produce. For more information check out their website: www.dungarvanhostel.com, or find them on Facebook. Email: reservations@dungarvanhostel.com or telephone: 058-21288.

New lease of life as historic building is turned into modern hostel and café as a screw in this place, because they are the people who worked on it and this is what it all added up to - all their work together. I was delighted with the skilled people we have in our midst.” She said she was delighted to be able to restore such an historic building, using local Dungarvan Hostel and Creamery people and companies. Café officially opened its doors last Kay pointed out that when Friday, under the stewardship of Mark she walks through the front Ronayne, who has had many years door, she is also walking in the experience working in the hospitality footsteps of her grandfather and and catering industry. great-grandfather, who would As Mark points out, Dungarvan have frequented the building Hostel caters for everyone - families, during its incarnations as a hotel couples and groups - and whether and then later as Council offices. you are a local or a visitor to the “Many people from the town town, “we are open to everyone”. The Arus Brugha building at Davitt’s Quay, which is now home to Dungarvan Hostel and would have entered this buildIt is the first hostel to open in Creamery Café. ing to pay their rates when it Dungarvan. was Council offices,” said Kay. Dungarvan, fell in love with the building, which The building where the hostel and café are The building was opened around 1880 as the based, started out as a hotel sometime in the late she said was “crying out” to be fixed. Commercial Hotel for the railway and Kay “I love old buildings, it’s like a magnet when I 19th Century called the ‘Commercial Hotel’ see old buildings and I wonder what I can do acknowledges it has come ‘full circle’ as it now operated by Captain Richard Curran. caters for visitors to the town, particularly those It was ideally situated near the railway station with it,” said Kay, speaking to the media during who walk and cycle the Greenway (the old rail(now Glanbia Country Life) offering accommo- the official opening of Dungarvan Hostel and way line). dation to visitors and travellers arriving into the Creamery Café last Friday afternoon. But the hostel is not exclusively for Greenway Kay said she loves to renovate and restore old town. users - indeed, just shortly after officially opening, houses, but has not previously taken on a project The building later housed the Council offices Dungarvan Hostel welcomed its first family to and was named ‘Arus Brugha’, before the of this magnitude. the premises and they also took a number of “I can only see the beauty - if I was an Council built new modern offices across the road bookings from various organisations, including accountant, I wouldn’t have touched this place. I in early ’00s. the Boxing Club, which is holding a tournament Since then, the building was unused and fell get this gut feeling and sometimes you have to later in the year. into a derelict state before being rescued and forget about the economics and go for what you While the name ‘Arus Brugha’ remains over given a new lease of life by current owners, Kay like and love. the building, Kay said many visitors would not “This has been a labour of love,” admitted Kay. associate the name with Dungarvan Hostel. McKiernan and her husband Patsy. Kay (née Kiely), a native of Knockateemore, “When I was asked about the opening, I said I She paid tribute to the Council for “looking wanted everyone present, who had put so much

THE historic and grand imposing building of Arus Brugha has come full circle and returned to its original function of offering accommodation to weary travellers who use the railway line between Dungarvan and Waterford (now the Greenway!).

after our heritage”, but said signage needs to be erected to identify the building as a hostel. “We’ll talk to the Council about it.We have to put it somewhere, people won’t know that Arus Brugha is Dungarvan Hostel,” Kay said. RESTORATION AND REVAMP The project to restore Arus Brugha began four years ago and started with the windows. “As it is a listed building the windows had to come out one at a time and be taken off to a workshop to be fixed. We weren’t allowed to replace anything, so it was repaired,” Kay explains. “When I first came into the building, there was a hole in the roof, and the chimney was collapsing. The walls were sodden and I wondered if they would every dry. “But thanks to all the people who worked on it to turn it into what it is today. Hopefully the building will live for another 100 years.” She praised the work of local builder, Tomás Walsh, who was involved in the project since the start and the skills of all those involved in the project. EMPLOYMENT Dungarvan Hostel and Creamery Café employs up to 22 staff (full-time and part-time). When vacancies were advertised in the Dungarvan Observer, Kay said they received applications from as far away as London, as well as Wales, seeking to work at the hostel. “When Mark [the manager] was conducting interviews, the day room was full of people waiting for an interview,” said Kay. “I’ve met the staff and we seem to have a really good bunch of people - a new family and I hope they will all be very happy working here. If they are happy then the customer is happy and everyone is happy,” she added.

LIONS CLUB EAST MEETS WEST CYCLE

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Pictured taking part in the Dungarvan and Waterford Lions Club's "East Meets West" Annual Greenway Leisure Cycle were Brendan Duggan, Marie O'Sullivan, Eddie O'Keefe, Michael Sullivan, Brendan Walsh and Pat Murphy. [John Power]

Pictured taking part in the Dungarvan and Waterford Lions Club's "East Meets West" Annual Grenway Leisure Cycle were Sam Browne, Tim Durney, Brendan Walsh, Denis Kennedy, C. Jay and Darren Stephens. [John Power]

Pictured taking part in the Dungarvan and Waterford Lions Club's "East Meets West" Annual Greenway Leisure Cycle were Sarah Hanratty, Niamh Hanratty Lacey and Conor Hanratty Lacey. [John Power]

Taking part were Maurice Fitzgerald, Ben and Luke Cronin.

[John Power]

Pictured taking part in the Dungarvan and Waterford Lion's Club's "East Meets West" Annual Greenway Leisure Cycle was Mayor of Waterford City & County Cllr. Declan Doocey who launched the cycle pictured with Eoin O'Neill, President, Waterford Lions Club and members of Barrack St. Concert Band who added some wonderful music to the event. The proceeds of the event went to the Hospice Movement. [John Power]

Pictured taking part in the Dungarvan and Waterford Lions Club's "East Meets West" Annual Greenway Leisure Cycle was Mayor of Waterford City & County Cllr. Declan Doocey who launched the cycle pictured with Eoin O'Neill, President, Waterford Lion's Club. Included are Canice Cantwell, Lion's Club and Brendan Griffen. [John Power]

Pictured taking part in the Dungarvan and Waterford Lions Club's "East Meets West" Annual Greenway Leisure Cycle were Lion's Club President, Eoin O'Neill, Rody Keighery, wearing the yellow vest and Pat Tobin. [John Power]

Taking part were Noel Frisby and Noel Frisby Jnr. pictured with Stephanie [John Power] Taheny, Waterford Hospice.

Taking part were Callum and Brian Whelan.

[John Power]

Pictured enjoying refreshments at The Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas after the Dungarvan and Waterford Lions Club's "East Meets West" Annual Greenway Leisure Cycle were Rody Keighery, John Kiersey and Tony Lee. [John Power]

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Dead Man’s Fingers By Mandy Tompkins

Pictured at Mount Congreve Gardens in Waterford ahead of the ‘Nature & Nurture Restival’ which will take place at Mount Congreve on Sunday, June 30th 2019 are Yoga experts Liz O’Dea and Caitlin Godfrey. The festival will offer an action-packed day of guided yoga, meditation, and pilates classes plus guided forest bathing walks along with expert talks on wellness and taster sessions in acupuncture, reflexology and reiki. For tickets and details see www.mountcongreve.com

New Waterford Wellness Festival to feature Ancient Japanese Forest Bathing walks at Mount Congreve Gardens THE upcoming wellness festival ‘Nature and Nurture Restival’ at Mount Congreve Gardens in Waterford is set to host the ancient Japanese wellness treatment of Shinrin-yoku forest bathing walks as part of the event. The Japanese practice of forest bathing is proven to lower heart rate and blood pressure, reduce stress hormone production, boost the immune system and improve overall feelings of wellbeing. Forest bathing has become a cornerstone of preventive health care and healing in Japanese medicine and it became part of the national public health programme in Japan in 1982 following the research of its physiological and psychological effects. According to the event organiser at Mount Congreve, Kay Sinnott Browne, “The woodland walkways at the 70 acre Mount Congreve gardens are the perfect setting for forest bathing.” And on Sunday, June 30th the forest bathing walks will be guided by Dr. Mark Rowe, GP, author and expert in lifestyle medicine. Also taking place as part of the wellness event is a day of guided yoga and medictation classes led by the teachers from My Yoga, and pilates classes led by Mags Murphy along with a series of expert wellness talks. The talks commence at 11.00 a.m. inside the beautiful Mount Congreve House, the first talk will focus on ‘Nature as Medicine’ and will be hosted by Dr Mark Rowe, at 11.30 a.m.

nutritionist Jemma Kehoe will offer a discussion on nutrition at 12.00 noon Greg Staff will discuss gut bacteria, Michael Connelly will offer a talk on Neuro-linguistic Programming at 1.00 p.m., Mia Huntington will offer tips on stress relief strategies at 2.00 p.m., at 3.00 p.m. Gemma Hughes will discuss the health benefits of kitchen herbs and the final talk of the day at 4 pm will be on reducing pain and restoring movement and this will be hosted by David Grey. Also on offer to ‘Restivalgoers’ on the day will be taster sessions in acupuncture, deep meditation and reflexology; plus

a chance to browse the delicious pop-up local food producers market on-site. The Mount Congreve gardens with its magnificent woodland canopy couldn't be more perfect a place to try out some Shinrinyoku, the medicine of simply being in the forest. Forest bathing was developed in Japan during the 1980s and has become a cornerstone of preventive health care and healing in Japanese medicine and is proven to lower the heart rate and blood pressure, reduce the stress hormone, boost the immune system and improve overall feelings of wellbeing. The expert teachers selected

to take part in the first 'Nature and Nurture Restival' at Mount Congreve have 100’s of years of collective experience and teaching. From yoga gurus to practising GP’s to health and wellness experts visitors to the festival can be assured of an opportunity to try or learn something new from the regions top practitioners. Ticket holders for 'Nature and Nurture Restival' can enjoy the events talks, classes, guided walks and tasters from 11.00 a.m. on the day as part of their ticket. Tickets are €30, for further details and for tickets see www.mountcongreve.com

Pictured at Mount Congreve Gardens in Waterford ahead of the ‘Nature & Nurture Restival’ which will take place at Mount Congreve on Sunday, June 30th 2019 is Yoga experts Liz O’Dea. The festival will offer an action-packed day of guided yoga, meditation, and pilates classes plus guided forest bathing walks along with expert talks on wellness and taster sessions in acupuncture, reflexology and reiki. For tickets and details see www.mountcongreve.com

ONE of the most handsome of our native Wildflowers and found flowering abundantly in the partial shade of Woodlands, Grassy Banks, Hedgerows and the Wildlife Garden during June and July is the Foxglove. Growing up to 1.2 metres the Foxglove is a tall plant with a very stiff stem, from one side of which hangs racemes of beautiful rose pink and purple bells. These bells are daintily scalloped around the mouth and the pale pink lining inside is dotted all over with purple spots. The bells nearest the bottom of the stem open first, and the buds are always found at the top. Inside the mouth of each Foxglove flower are two short and two long stamens with large yellow heads which cling to its side. Rising from the centre of the bell is a fat green seed vessel which sends up a slender yellow thread and after flowering the seeds are developed within a rounded, hairy capsule which is enclosed within the calyx. The Foxglove is a Biennial plant, which means that during its first year it only produces a rosette of leaves, which are broad, long and pointed at the end. Providing food for Butterfly Caterpillars, each leaf is covered with a network of fine veins, are grey green in colour, with the underside covered with a soft white woolly down. Foxgloves produce their flowers, which are visited by pollen seeking Bumble Bees and Hover Flies and set seed during their second year. Foxgloves are an ancient mysterious Fairy plant, which was both feared and respected because the entire plant is highly poisonous due to the high concentration of Cardiotonic Glycosides within the leaves, which if picked and ingested raw causes drowsiness, convulsions and can lead to death. The drug, called Digitalis, extracted under laboratory conditions by experts is used safely today to treat heart conditions. In Ancient Irish Folk Belief, a remedy for a child who had been struck with a `fairy stroke` was to place three drops of Foxglove on their tongue and three in each ear. The child was then placed upon a shovel in the open doorway of the house and swung outwards three times whilst adults chanted `if you are a Fairy, away with you` three times. Foxgloves are also known as Dead Man’s Fingers, Fairy Gloves, Sheegie-thimbles and Cottagers and place names associated with Foxgloves are Carrig an tSiain in County Tyronne, meaning rock of the Foxglove, Log an tSiain in County Roscommon, meaning hollow of the Foxglove and Cluain na Méaragán in County Galway, meaning meadow of the Foxglove.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

NEWS

Long-serving Cappoquin shop closes IT was with a certain feeling of nostalgia, tempered with a sense of pride and achievement, that Mary Coughlan, nee Cunningham closed the door of B. T. Lincoln’s shop in Cook Street, Cappoquin for the last time last Saturday evening. She had served the people of the town and district, faithfully and diligently, since she took over the running of the store over fifty years ago. It brought to an end 134 years of service to the community since the store was opened in 1884, just a year after the GAA came into being. Mary was only the third proprietress of the establishment since its foundation by Bridget Teresa Lincoln who lent her name to the enterprise and whose name ‘B T Lincoln’ adorned the shop front during all of those years. As Mary closed the doors last Saturday, she passed through the shop whose shelves were barer than any time since the austere years of ‘The Emergency’, Ireland’s version of the Second World War, as she had cleared as much stock as possible, particularly the perishable goods. The popular shop which stocked a wide range of goods other than on the grocery shelves, had also come through the First World War; the War of Independence and Civil War and had also witnessed Parnell’s campaign for Home Rule in the late 1800s. That early shop carried the usual range of goods which was supplemented by potatoes, vegetables and eggs from the little farm behind. As a young woman living in Cappoquin in the 1960s, there were certain constraints on Mary’s social life. She was allowed to go only to ‘approved’ dances, usually in the Boathouse Ballroom. The highlights of the dancing year included O’Connor’s Staff Dance and those run by either Macra na Feirme or the Rowing Club. They were always packed to capacity and strictly controlled and the dancers were guaranteed an enjoyable night out. Running an extensive store is neither an eight hour day, nor a five day week enterprise. In her years behind the counter and afterwards behind her desk, grappling with accounts, stock control, tax returns and the myriad

headaches for any business owner, Mary worked no less than seventy hours in her seven day week, finishing anywhere between seven and nine pm each evening, almost all year round. The concept of holidays did not come for over twenty years, but the challenges of business and the pleasure of meeting her many customers during the day, gave her a sense of contentment and achievement as she closed her door in the evenings. Along the way, there was also the daily routine of rearing a family and overseeing a home, with all of the problems and demands which arise during a normal family day. But there was always the unwavering support from her husband, Tommy, who worked with AI Dairygold and on their farm and their children Sinead, Thomas, Diarmuid and Elaine. “Cappoquin was always a lively town,” Mary recalls. “In my early years here, there were at least sixty-six active businesses and services giving good employment. There was always a feeling of good humour around, with people often sitting outside their doors on a summer’s evening and would greet everyone as they passed. “Business came from many quarters and in addition to the local trade, we had the passing traffic as well. There were many regular customers among those passing by, including people going to work, lorry drivers and builders in the district. All were availing of the goods from the shelves, or from the extensive deli which was started 25 years ago. Many people going to, or coming from Mount Melleray Abbey and later the Grotto also called for their refreshments as they passed by. The newsagency also attracted customers for the daily and weekly papers as well as news magazines, women’s magazines and those about farm machinery. Wednesday was always a busy day for the local papers. “Cappoquin has been a welloff town through the years,” says Mary, “and even though we saw our main businesses like the Bacon Factory and Cappoquin Chickens close, we always got through. In the early years, there were various highlights to our business year, which included the Fair Day every month; the May

John O’Rourke, Manager of the Sportsman’s Inn congratulates Mary Coughlan on her retirement.

Pictured outside of B. T. Lincoln’s Shop on the occasion of its closure last Saturday after 134 years were: From left Mary and Tommy Coughlan with Siobhán Moore, Bridget Hanrahan, Nora McMahon, Mary Flynn and Catherine Fennessy. Procession and the Corpus Christi Procession. There were also the matches in the Gaelic Field which is only a couple of hundred yards away and the dances in the Rowing Club as well. “We also had our regular local customers who were the backbone of our business. Some would run weekly or monthly accounts and there were few enough defaulters over my fifty years here.” One memorable character of Mary’s early years was a man called Appie Fitzpatrick who would arrive each day on a horse and cart with a number of message bags with lists attached which he had collected from people in the countryside. He also brought a number of oil cans for the paraffin, which was the staple fuel for cooking in many houses of the time. His reward for all of this was in bulls eyes or clove rock. Before the concept of prepacked foods arrived, there was the regular chore of weighing out the sugar and tea into paper bags. Sugar was packed into bags of a

half a stone (seven pounds); three pounds; two pounds and a pound. Tea, which arrived in a plywood chest with tin reinforcing around the edges and a lining of silver foil inside, was also weighed out in quarter pound, half-pound, and pound bags. It was an unpleasant chore as a fine dust rose from the disturbed tealeaves and clogged noses and eyes. The old chests were always in demand by customers for various uses around the house or farm. Saturday morning brought fresh sausages, rashers, puddings, butter and the cooking fat of the day, lard from pig-fat. There were also the significant moments in Cappoquin history. As well as the many, many good times in the historic town on the banks of the Blackwater, Mary recalls the workman from the Bacon Factory who brought the news that the last pig had gone through the factory system to emerge as pork and bacon. Unfortunately, the Chicken Factory disappeared as well, but there were some small compen-

Tommy and Mary Coughlan (right) outside their shop with Sandra and Steve Barry.

satory industries which arrived into the town. One of the saddest days in recent Cappoquin history was in 1974 when news came through that a young local woman, Marie Butler had been killed in a terrorist explosion in Dublin. The town was in mourning for days as she was brought home to her final resting place. Now, as Mary retires from the business she tended and expanded for over fifty years, will she miss the full day commitment of running a busy shop? “Not really,” she says, “I have plans to do a good many things that we were not able to do before now.We will certainly not be idle.” DOES THAT INCLUDE TRAVEL? “Yes,” she says,“I would like to go to some of those famous foreign places we have not been before. In particular, we would like to walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain which I have thought about for some time.” Another era in Cappoquin comes to a close, but the people of the town and countryside will

retain happy memories of B T Lincoln, where they bought their sweets as children and groceries for their families as they grew up in the Cornerstone Town. CAPPOQUIN IN THE ’SIXTIES Always a busy town, the Cappoquin to which Mary Cunningham came in the mid ’Sixties saw the following employers: A Post Office, thirteen Groceries; nine Public Houses; six Draperies; a Jeweller; a Pharmacy; a Hairdresser; two Tailors; two Shoemakers; a Blacksmith; two National Schools; a Secondary School; one Technical School; a Convent; two Doctors; four Gardai; two Hotels; two Banks; two Undertakers; two Hardwares; One Bakery; three Butchers, a Co-op; a Bicycle Shop, a Photographer; two Garages; three Petrol Pumps; one Chip Shop; a Cinema; a Railway Station as well as the various large estates circling the town. This list may not be complete, but demonstrates what a thriving town Cappoquin was a halfcentury ago.

Maureen Hackett with Mary and Tommy Coughlan.

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Waterford’s VirtualVet takes Regional title at National Enterprise Awards ONE of Waterford’s best small businesses, VirtualVet, was awarded the accolade of being the overall Regional (South) winner at the National Enterprise Awards which took place on May 29th at Dublin’s Mansion House. Run by the 31 Local Enterprise Offices in the local authorities nationwide, the National Enterprise Awards are in their 21st year and offer an investment prize fund of €40,000 and featured businesses from a variety of sectors. VirtualVet, an innovative GDPR compliant data management company, founded by Sinead Quealy, was named as Waterford’s Enterprise winner in March and represented the county at the recent National Enterprise Awards. In 2017, the WIT graduate, after observing the implications and increased risks posed to human health by the overuse of antibiotics in animal farming, established VirtualVet. The company tracks drug usage in animals in the food chain and reduces the risk of misuse and overuse of animal remedies in food production. The data management company records dosages for famers, reports to the agri-food and animal health industries and monitors for agencies such as Bord Bia and the Food Safety Authority. Richie Walsh, Head of

Enterprise at Local Enterprise Office Waterford, congratulated VirtualVet on their national win. “The National Enterprise Awards are very much a benchmark for excellence for small businesses across the country. Sinead and the team at VirtualVet have demonstrated their calibre, innovation and resourcefulness and are very deserving winners of the national title.” “Since VirtualVet was established only a few years ago it has made massive inroads in reducing the overuse of animal remedies in food production. This is a huge advance as the risks posed to human health by overuse of antibiotics in animal farming can be quite significant.” “As part of the National Enterprise Awards, VirtualVet availed of mentoring and guidance to generate connections and leads from other businesses along the way. They also receive signposting for their business helping them to move their company forward. Those who do take part always see the benefit, with previous winners employing over 830 people and exporting across the world with annual revenues in excess of €130million.” The National Enterprise Awards are one of several initiatives that the Local Enterprise Offices run, to foster entrepreneurship across the country. Others include Local Enterprise Week, the Student Enterprise

Waterford company VirtualVet was the Regional (South) winner at the National Enterprise Awards which took place at Dublin’s Mansion House. From left to right: David Walsh and Brid Kirby, LEO Waterford, Mark Christal, Enterprise Ireland’s Regions and Entrepreneurship Division, Richie Walsh, LEO Waterford, Regional NEA winner Sinead Quealy VirtualVet, Pat Breen T.D. Minister for Trade, Employment, Business, EU Digital Single Market and Data Protection, Jacqui Gaule, LEO Waterford and Ger Keenan, Virtual Vet. Programme, National Women’s Enterprise Day and Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur (IBYE).The Local Enterprise Offices in local authorities are funded by the Government of Ireland through

Enterprise Ireland. Established in 2014, the Local Enterprise Offices are the essential resource for any entrepreneur looking to start a business or any small business that is looking for

support or advice to help them grow. Since their inception five years ago, the Local Enterprise Offices have helped create over 18,000 jobs across the country. If your business in pre-start,

start-up or established business phase and would like to find out more about what business support services are available from LEO Waterford visit www.localenterprise.ie/Waterford/

Laura Keane, Allied Irish Bank, and John C. Flood, Dungarvan Nissan, pictured at the Chamber ‘Quick Casual Catch-Up Coffee’ at The Sycamores hosted by Denise Radley Auctioneers. [Dan McGrath]

Johnny Curran, Cleanzone; Vincent Pettit, Jitterbeans, and Shane Hayes, Hayes & Hayes Accountants, pictured at the Chamber ‘Quick Casual Catch-Up Coffee’ at The Sycamores hosted by Denise Radley Auctioneers. [Dan McGrath]

Eileen Walsh, Better Finances; Catherine Downey, Allied Irish Bank, and Aileen Barron, Penn Products, pictured at the Chamber ‘Quick Casual Catch-Up Coffee’ at The Sycamores hosted by Denise Radley Auctioneers. [Dan McGrath]

Karen Darcy, Bank of Ireland, and Rachel Kiely, Maurice Kiely Domestic Appliance Repairs, pictured at the Chamber ‘Quick Casual Catch-Up Coffee’ [Dan McGrath] at The Sycamores hosted by Denise Radley Auctioneers.

Phil Horsom and Roisin Horsom, Crews Restaurant, pictured at the Chamber ‘Quick Casual Catch-Up Coffee’ at The Sycamores hosted by Denise Radley [Dan McGrath] Auctioneers.

Jenny Beresford, CEO Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber, and Lucia Quealy, Terra Nua Building Contractors, pictured at the Chamber ‘Quick Casual Catch-Up Coffee’ at The Sycamores hosted by Denise Radley. [Dan McGrath]

PARK HOTEL WEDDING SHOWCASE

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Coralie Sheehan, Wild at Heart @ Village Flowers and Mary McGrath, Bridal Chair Covers, pictured at the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]

Emer Barry, Suzanne de Bhial, Anne-Marie Kennedy and Sacha Bulfin, Sacha Bulfin Design & Print, pictured at the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]

Rioghnach Timmins plays the harp for the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]

Bernard McCarthy, The Limo Company, pictured at the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]

A beautiful floral display in the garden of the Park Hotel for the Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]

Owen Young and Susan Hehir, Dungarvan Credit Union, pictured at the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]

Fiona Stephens, Park Hotel, Brendan McCarthy, The Wedding Singer, and Rachel Kinsella, Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath]

Decky Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Halloran and Claire Joy pictured at the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]

Noel Walsh and Clodagh Kiely pictured at the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase.

Irina Duane, Happy Memories Photography, pictured at the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]

Lynne Keane and Imelda McCarthy, Travel Counsellors, pictured at the Park [Dan McGrath] Hotel Wedding Showcase.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Youghal ready and welcoming for the arrival of IRONMAN c FROM FRONT PAGE Never has the town looked so well and seldom has the mood been so buoyant for an event.The fact that the absence of precedent means scarcely anyone has an informed grasp at what lies in store, simply adds to the adventure. EARLY START Ireland’s first full Ironman will commence at 6.30 a.m. on Sunday next when over 2,500 athletes, from across the world, will take to the water, in staggered format, for a 3.8km swim. They will then undertake a 180km cycle, into town, up the steep Windmill Hill and on to Midleton via the coast road and back -twice! The challenge will conclude with a 42.2km circuitous marathon around the town, culminating at Green Park. It’s exhausting just writing it! Upwards of 15,000 people are expected to visit the town, with some estimates in excess of 50,000 by night time when the race concludes around midnight. The entire event will also be live streamed on Facebook to an estimated global audience of eight million. It’s the kind of opportunity for which marketing executives would walk across burning razor blades. ECONOMIC BONANZA Youghal has been allocated

IRONMAN Cork for at least three consecutive years with an estimated economic benefit to the east Cork/west Waterford region this year being €8m. That figure is strengthened by the emergence of a large percentage of American athletes travelling with families and friends and who will likely explore the area thereafter. The demand for accommodation has reached across 40 sq. miles, from Kinsale to Dungarvan, extending the impact across scores of small communities. Dungarvan CEO Jenny Beresford says accommodation throughout the Dungarvan and west Waterford areas is “heavily booked” with a surge in restaurant table bookings as well. This follows on Dungarvan Chamber posting its support for IRONMAN Cork across its online social media platforms. Jenny speaks of “a lot of inquiries about all types of accommodation to our tourist office”, but explains that since many “accommodation providers are unregistered it is difficult to quantify the numbers. “And we wish all in Youghal the very best!”, she adds. GARDA ADVICE Visitors to Youghal – and locals also – are reminded that the town will effectively be closed to traffic

from 630 am to near midnight. The N25 bypass will be open but with most access and local streets closed, Gardaí have issued the following notice: There will be road closures on the 23rd June which will affect the greater East Cork area. Whilst roads will reopen as the event progresses, general road closures will be in place from 5.30 a.m. on Sunday, 23rd June, to 12 midnight. There will be further localised road closures in Youghal with a stop and go system on Saturday 22nd and Monday, 24th June. The N25 will remain open at all times and we recommend it be utilised to travel to and from your destination. It is highly recommended that you allow extra travel time. Whilst there is a number of crossing points along the route, residents should be aware that during the race you may not be able to drive to and from your home. We would recommend that you check if your home is on race route and if so, park your car somewhere that it can be accessed. If you are unsure if your home is on the route, please contact the event organisers on 085-1112031 or Midleton Garda Station on 021-462 1550. Parking in Youghal is available at Youghal Rugby Club at a cost

Paula Cashman pictured at Green Park, Youghal, on Monday 17th June 2019. Green Park is beside the Lighthouse Hill where the Ironman Ireland finishing line officially ends. This will be one of the many key area locations for spectators to watch the IRONMAN Ireland Triathlon which Youghal is proudly hosting on Sunday 23rd June 2019. Massive steel structured event marquees are currently been constructed in Green Park to facilitate the huge and complex operation needed for a sports event like this. It looks like Youghal is having its own 'Live at the Marquee'. The whole town is behind this sporting venture and things are rapidly taking shape and coming together this week. Hats off to the organisers and everyone involved in the mammoth task ahead of them. [Michael Hussey] of €5. A shuttle bus service will run from there. Parking in Midleton and other routes along the cycle route will be in public car parks from where spectators can walk to the route and enjoy the event. Signs have been posted all along the race route and there will be a towing operation in place for any vehicle which is parked on the route. We are appealing to residents in the east Cork area to support

Kay Curtin outside her florist shop on North Main Street, Youghal.

Youghal sends window welcomes to IRONMAN By Christy Parker AS Youghal looks forward to hosting IRONMAN Cork – Ireland’s first full Ironman triathlon – one of the more intriguing features of the megaevent’s approach has been the proliferation of Ironman-themed window displays across the town. Florist Kay Curtin was first to display the town’s ‘window welcomes’ at her own premises back in early spring and has been recruited to windows dress about seven, mostly vacant, premises likewise.

As the June 23rd date with destiny drew nearer, the more the window displays, flags and banners have increased as the town welcomes its new found event for the first of at least three consecutive years. Meanwhile, every road in the town and beyond has been repaired and in what some might say is reminiscent of preparations for the Eucharistic procession in times past, countless tins of paint have been emptied across building! Indeed, prayers are being said – that the weather stays fine for Sunday.

the event and the emergency services during the Ironman. Please co-operate with gardaí and stewards on the route to ensure the safety of all. We are working closely with our colleagues in the fire and ambulance services to ensure continued service delivery throughout the event. Secure parking will be available in Youghal Rugby Club and a shuttle bus will take you the rest

of the way to the run and swim centre as well as the now infamous Windmill Hill on the cycle course. Never leave any valuables on view inside the car and where possible leave them at home. Please remember to respect the local residents and businesses in the area. The event organisers have set up a phone line if any resident, business or participant has any queries. The number is 085-1112031.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

FEATURE

Hey, you? Yes, you? When were ya last at a ‘daycent’ gig? Whenever you were, there’s a skite of them coming to Dungarvan at the end of the month, as part of the initial Tunefest from Thursday, June 27th, ’til Sunday, June 30th.

A rake of gigs! and Tomas Ahern are finished, you’ll be on the pig’s back. So that’s the Booley House, Thursday night, in Lawlors, with tickets costing €15. Then on Friday, again in Lawlors Hotel, the famed Damien Mullane Band takes to the stage. Before them, Seamus O’Gorman and friends will warm ye up nicely. Doors open here at 7.30. Damien Mullane will have Conor Broderick on piano, Sean O’Meara on guitar,

Niamh Farrell on vocals and his good self on mesmerising accordion. Again, tickets cost just €15 – fantastic value! On Saturday night, Danú take to the stage, in the Park Hotel, with doors opening at 7.30. Danú are a nice while on the road at this stage and have had many’s the musician and singer performing with the band over the years. The current lineup is Benny McCarthy on accordion, Oisin McAuley on fiddle, Ivan Goff on flute and uileann pipes, Tony Byrne on guitar, Eamonn Doorley on bouzouki, Nell Ní Chróinin on vocals and the local man himself, Donnchadh Gough on bodhrán. They’ll have

just come from Kilkenny the previous night and this may well be their final Irish gig for some time so you have been warned – this is your chance to catch them. Tickets cost €20. To warm up everyone beforehand, Taobh na Mara, featuring Claire Fennell and friends, will play some mighty tunes. On Sunday, there’s a great bonus gig, with the well-known

Shandrum Céilí Band giving a FREE concert in Lawlors Hotel, at 4.00. They have achieved great fame with a fantastic three-in-a-row at the AllIreland Fleadh Ceoil in the years 2015, ’16 and ’17, joining such luminaries as the Kilfenora, Siamsa, Ormind, Ennis, Táin and Naomh Pádraig Ceili Bands. Even though Cork gave Waterford a bit of a hiding

recently in the hurling, put that aside and listen to these great Cork musicians. Before them, on stage, will be Paddy Tutty, Caoimhín Ó Fearghaíl, Donal Clancy and Donnchadh Gough- what a way to while away an afternoon. Weekend tickets are available so if you go to everything, it’ll cost ya less! Further details at www.tunefest.ie

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

AUSHIE (Anastatia) CORBETT (née Mason)

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2 St. Garvan’s Terrace, Dungarvan Acknowledgement and First Anniversary

Aushie’s husband Billy; sisters Mary, Winifred and Carmel; nieces, nephews and extended family, wish to thank all those who sympathised with us and attended her funeral and to all those who sent Mass cards, flowers and messages of sympathy. A special thanks to Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P.; the management and staff of CareChoice Nursing Home, Dungarvan, who gave her such good care; to the Doctors and Nurses at University Hospital Waterford and to Dr. McElduff and Dr. Griffin. Our sincere gratitude to the gravediggers, Sacristan, altar servers and to Dina Walsh for the lovely hymns provided. Thanks to Drohan Funeral Directors, Dungarvan, who handled Aushie’s funeral arrangements with professionalism and dignity. In appreciation, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for all your intentions.

PLANNING PERMISSION WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Catherine and Chris Troy, wish to apply to the above Authority for Planning Permission for the refurbishment of existing cottage with new single-storey extensions to the rear of existing cottage, (change of position and design to that granted under Ref 13/120), new waste water treatment system to replace existing septic tank system, up-grading of existing entrance to improve upon the current sightlines, new waste water treatment system to replace existing septic tank system and all associated site works at Knocknaskagh Lower, Cappagh, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Des Chavasse and Yolande Coombes, wish to apply to the above Authority for Planning Permission for the decommissioning of existing septic tank system, to be replaced with new waste-water treatment system with percolation area and all associated site works at Ballinamona House, Ballynamona, Ardmore, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission. COMHAIRLA CATHRACH AGUS CONTAE PHORT LÁIRGE – Is mian linn, Eoin Donnelly agus Emer Moran, cead pleanála iomlán a iarraidh ar Comhairle Cathrach agus Contae Phort Láirge chun teach

cónaithe páirt stór/páirt dhá stór, bealach isteach nua agus áiseanna is oibreachta eile ábhartha a bhaineann leis an tógail ag an láithreán ag Baile na nGall Beag, An Rinn, Dún Garbhán, Co. Phortláirge. Is féidir an t-iarratas pleanála a iniúchadh nó a cheannach in oifigí an Údaráis Phleanála, Foirgneamh Menapia, An Meall, Phort Láirge, le linn gnáth uaireanta oscailte, 9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m., 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m., Luain go hAoine (seachas laethanta saoire poiblí), ar chostas nach mó ná AN costas réasúnta a ghabhann le cóip a dhéanamh, agus is féidir aighneacht nó tuairim maidir leis an iarratas a thabhairt i scríbhinn don Údarás Pleanála ach an táille fhorodaithe (€20.00) a íoc taobh istigh de thréimhse 5 seachtaine ón dáta a bhfuair an tÚdarás Pleanála an t-iarratas. WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL – I, Barbara Byrne, intend to apply for planning permission for change of use of existing garage premises, with internal and external alterations to same, together with an extension in order to provide for a crèche / playschool facility and all ancillary works associated with same at Carrowleigh, Rathgormack, Carrick-onSuir, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Ciara and Paul Costello, intend to apply for permission for construction of a single story extension to the side and to the rear of the existing two story house and altering the existing front bay window and entrance together, additional fenestration to existing building, with all additional, ancillary site works at Cilldara, Strandside North, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

On the First Anniversary of Joan’s death, her sister Kay; brothers Peter, Donal, Joseph and Seán; in-laws, nieces, nephews and their children, would like to convey our most sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us, sent Mass cards and letters of condolence. Thanks to our relations and her friends and neighbours who supported the family during a sad time. A special word of thanks to those who attended the removal, Funeral Mass and burial. A sincere thank you to Fr. John Harris, C.C., who celebrated Joan’s Funeral Mass. Gratitude is expressed to other members of the Clergy and, in particular, to her first cousin Fr. Seamus Whelan, Buenos Aires, Argentina, who offered a Novena of Masses for the repose of Joan’s soul. Sincere gratitude to Joan’s medical support, who treated her with dignity and kindness at Waterford University Hospital and also to CareChoice, Dungarvan. We wish to express our sincere thanks to the Doctors, Nurses and staff of High Street Medical Centre, Dungarvan, for their kind attention to Joan over the years. We would like to thank Dina Walsh for the beautiful hymns singing during Mass. Gratitude to Kiely Funeral Directors who performed their services with such professionalism. Mass has been offered for all your intentions. The family chain is broken again, And nothing seems the same, As God takes us, one by one, The chain will link again. Birthday Mass will be offered for Joan on Saturday, 3rd August, at 7.30 p.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.

DAVID O’BRIEN Ballyshunnock, Kilmacthomas The O’Brien family deeply appreciate and will always hold in grateful rememberence, all our relatives and friends who symathised with us following Davy’s recent passing. To the huge number of people who attended Davy’s removal and Funeral Mass, sent mass cards, letters of sympathy and flowers, we thank you sincerely. We are also grateful to our relatives and friends who travelled to support us and share in our grief. To Fr. Martin Keogh, P.P., who celebrated Davy’s Requiem Mass and administered Last Rites to him on Saturday morning, 18th May, and who also made many visits to Davy, in the weeks leading up to his passing, we express our deepest gratitude for your kindness, sensitivity and sincere words of condolences to us. We thank our friend Fr. Tom Rogers, P.P., Cahir; Fr. Robert Arthure, P.E., Cappoquin, and Deacon Brendan Gallagher for their presence with us and expressions of symathy and support. We express sincere gratitude to the members of Newtown Parish Choir who sang beautifully at the reception service in All Saints Church. Davy always enjoyed the local choir while attending Mass in Newtown. We express our grateful thanks to Dolores and Michael Kinsella of Kinsella Funeral Directors, for their professionalism and kindness to us. We thank the Sacristan Siobhan for her assistance. We extend our appreciation to the staff of Whitfield Clinic, Dr. Griffin and the staff of Kilmacthomas Health Centre and Jenny Kirwan and the staff of Kirwan’s Pharmacy, Kilmacthomas. We are also very grateful to Davy’s Home Help team who cared for him so well. We are very grateful to Stephen Lynch and the staff of the Coach House Restaurant, Kilmacthomas, for your warm reception and hospitality, it was deeply appreciated by us. As it would be imposible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a sincere expression of our appreciation. Masses will be offered for all your intentions. Months Mind Mass for Davy will be offered on Friday, 28th June, at 7.30 p.m. in All Saints Church, Newtown.

BRENDAN (Ben) O’DONNELL Grenan, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford Died: 18th May, 2019 The family of the late Brendan (Ben) O’Donnell, wife Sinéad, daughter Niamh, mother Kathleen, sisters Mary and Rose, brother Paul, in-laws Whelans and extended family, would like to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our very sad loss. We would like to thank our neighbours, friends and work colleagues for all their support, kind generosity and help. Very sincere thanks to all who helped at the house and to Ballydurn GAA Club who kept the traffic moving. Our deep gratitude to those who attended the Rosary, prayers and Funeral Mass, sent cards and messages of support. To the many people who travelled long distances to express their sympathy, we particularly offer our thanks. We would like to thank the Doctors and Nurses who took care of Ben at UHW. A special word of thank to Fr. Martin Keogh, Fr. Jerry Condon, Canon Brendan Crowley who delivered the eulogy and Deacon Brendan Gallagher for a beautiful ceremony and to Brendan McCarthy for his beautiful singing and music at the Funeral Mass and also to our Sacristan Siobhan Crowley. To Ann and all the staff at Lenihan’s, many thanks for the warm welcome and the catering. Finally, we would like to thank John Murtagh, Funeral Director, for his professionalism and personal touch. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our deeply felt gratitude and appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Our hearts are heavy, Our tears flow often, You left us too soon, But you left your mark on all of us, And you will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace Ben. Ben’s Month’s Mind Mass will be held in All Saints Church, Newtown, on Friday, 21st June, at 7.30 p.m.

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage were Sean Cronin and Pat Burke. [John Power]

WATERFORD & LISMORE DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2019

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were a group of Handmaidens.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Bishop of Waterford & Lismore Alphonsus Cullinan and Pilgrimage President Nellie Power. [John Power]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Danny Corcoran and Mollaí Gough. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were order of Malta members Alex White, Ciara Gaffey and Mairéad Butler.

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were WIT Student Nurses Aoinín Dineen, Rachael Dwan, Blaithín O'Keefe, Elen English, Aine McSweeney and Michaela Delaney with Pilgrimage President Nellie Power and Deirdre Chapman, WIT. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage were Nicole Walsh and Margaret Walsh. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Noel Devereux, Ned Dunphy and Don Nix. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Pilgrimage Youth Group members Evan O'Keeffe and Edmond Phelan.

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Phoebe Coolbear, Sr. Germaine Durney and Chloe Landers. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Frances Tobin and Mairéad Sheehan. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Youth Group Leaders Siobhán Morris and Breda Collins. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Jackie Jackman and Milo Cuddihy. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Chloe Hawkins, Roisín Flannery, Weronika Dymarkowska and Sandra Tobin.

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Anne Crowther, Noel Devereux and Helen Patmore. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 [John Power] were Kay and Eddie Bowe.

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Tom and Nora O'Brien from Villierstown who were also celebrating their 50th Wedding anniversary. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Sarah Tobin and Ann O'Brien. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 was Oisin Walsh.

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 was May Moran.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Tom O'Donoghue and Lee Kay. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2019 were Nellie Power, Pilgrimage President and Loretto Morgan who were celeberating 50 years of unbroken service to the pilgrimage. [John Power]

COUNTY NEWS Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

11th Waterford (Dungarvan) Scout Group CUB SECTION Our Cubs had a very busy few months. We have really got stuck into our badgework. As a Pack, we worked on achieving the Alcock and Brown badge offered by the Air scouter team of Scouting Ireland. This badge is to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the first transatlantic flight from Canada to Connemara. We watched a documentary and also filled in the activity pack required. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to get some different and unusual badges to add to the normal badges earned. We also had a visit from the Portlaw Branch of the Red Cross. Thanks to Donnachadh Fahey and all his team for helping the cubs to achieving their Emergencies badges. They have learned valuable life skills for the future.Thanks for their expertise and patience! We also worked on our Backwoods badges by practising some knots for making

shelters, lighting fires and learning how to behave safely around fires, sorting and gathering the correct timber, and more importantly, how to make smores (melted marshmallows between 2 chocolate biscuits) Yum! We also went on a Backwoods activity to Colligan woods where we made Natural shelters and also Tarpaulin shelters using our knots.We also spent some time by the river skimming stones, a lovely evening in the outdoors. We worked on our camping badges, learning the different parts of a tent and different types of tents and practised pithing an Icelandic tent and perfecting them a little bit more with the older cubs. This was in preparation for our upcoming sleepover (actually OVER not much sleep!!) with our neighbours Abbeyside. Our cubs also raised â&#x201A;Ź133 for the local and very deserving charity" Surprise Surprise" who do fantastic deeds for those in need in our community. Cubs

did good deeds at home and donated their pocket money, well done cubs great community spirit. many thanks to them for providing us with two emergency hospital bags should we ever need them, a lovely gesture. Our cubs also competed in the County challenge in Portlaw (see previous report). To celebrate their success and hard work and extra practice they were treated to a lovely meal in Lawlors Hotel. Thanks to Michael for looking after us. Our joint sleepover with Abbeyside on 25th April was a fantastic event. Leaders pooled together to organise a BBQ, games night, a Moonlight Hike out to the Whitestrand, smores by the campfire and a bit of sleep. The early risers were up at 5.30 am for a game of football and lets just say it wasn't Dungarvan cubs, but the rest followed shortly afterwards followed swiftly by a big breakfast and a walk to Abbeyside Strand for some lessons in stone skimming (some

very competitive leaders I have to say) then it was back to pack up our gear and start planning for the return visit to Dungarvan's den later in the year. Special thanks to all the leaders for making this such a success and giving up their time so generously. Looking forward to seeing you all across the Bridge! Finally we are always looking to recruit new leaders to join our Group, we would love to talk to anyone over 18 who likes the outdoors, learning new skills, having new adventures making new friendships and volunteering some of your time to help our youth members to do the same. We meet at the Fusion Centre 3 nights a week, Speak to any of our leaders and also see our Facebook page 11th Waterford Dungarvan Scouts. Our annual camp is coming up soon to keep an eye out for that Remember to follow us on facebook

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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KILL SOCIAL DANCING AT KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Finbar Dennehy and Chloe will provide the music for dancing this Tuesday, June 18. Teddy and Cathal Barry will be on stage on Tuesday, June 25th. Dance the night away from 9.30 p.m. to midnight. Please note the change of time for June and July. Refreshments are of course being served. MY AUNT BEE Delighted to have this highly entertaining play by Seamus O’Rourke in The Gealach Gorm Theatre as part of The Comeragh Wilds Festival on Thursday, July 11th at 8.00 p.m. Seamus delighted our audience last year with his one man show ‘Padraig Potts Guide To Walking’ and we are looking forward to having him back to perform ‘My Aunt Bee’ with Bairbre Ní Chaoimh. In his own words “I’ve had some lovely aunts, a few funny uncles mind, but my aunts in general have been fine, well-adjusted human beings… that’s until I met my Aunt Bee for the first time. She’s a hundred! A bossy, Americanised, vodka drinking maniac of a woman… with far too much luggage for my liking. Why is she here?” Seamus O’Rourke’s vast experience of nephew-ism captures the mad chaotic world of a wonderfully flawed Aunt Bee, who simply doesn’t give a sh**! Or does she? Laura Dowdall, co-founder of The Viking Theatre Clontarf Dublin directs Seamus O’Rourke and Bairbre Ní Chaoimh in what is almost a love story. Tickets now on sale. Admission €15 Concessions €12. Call/text 086-8569358 to book. THANK YOU Thank you to all who supported the recent benefit night in Kill Community Centre for the Elaine Sarah Comerford Fund. A total of €650 was raised and a cheque has been handed over to the fund. NOM NOM Congratulations to Kill Parents Association on raising €560 at their recent Bake Sale and many thanks to all who donated bakes and purchased such fabulous fare. Raffle winners for larger items included: Lea 6th Class, Conor 5th Class, Scott 2nd Class, Shay Senior Infants. CLOTHES COLLECTION An EXTRA drop off time of Thursday, June 20th from 8.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. has been confirmed by Kill NS Parents Association for their fundraising Clothes Collection which takes place this Friday, June 21st from 9.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. So, no excuses, contact all your friends, family and neighbours and donate all your bagged up

reusable clothes, boots, shoes, belts, hats, scarves, bedlinen (no duvets or pillows), and curtains. NO RAGS are accepted any longer. This is a massive fundraiser for our school which last year raised over €2,000, greatly helping to cut the costs of activities for the children and the establishment of their very successful school book rental scheme. It’s the last collection for this school year so get packing! BON VOYAGE Wishing all Kill NS pupils a fantastic School Tour this coming Friday, safe travels and have a ball. ST. MARY’S JUVENILE CLUB We are indeed standing on the shoulders of giants as our U6s and U-7s grow in strength and skill with each match they participate in. These squads joined together for a recent blitz in Carriganore and played exciting matches against Na Gael Gold, Tramore and Clonea Power. As you can see, great fun was had by all. Congratulations to their coaches and mentors as these young boys and girls go from strength to strength. Training sessions throughout June for U-6/7/8s take place at Kilmacthomas Pitch on Saturday mornings 10.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m. Contact Grace 0863289212 or Toni 085-7321835 for more information. New members always welcome. SEAVIEW YOUTH CLUB Please note that Seaview Youth Club is taking a break for the summer months. We are looking forward to seeing you all again in September and thank you for your support. COPPER COAST SCOUT GROUP A Huge thank you to everyone that turned out to our recent fundraising event Who Wants to be a Thousandaire. We hope you all had a great evening. A massive Thank You to the organising group of Brea, Margaret, Grant, Marco and Gwen. A sincere Thank You to our Main sponsors STS, Bonmahon Joinery, Woodhouse Estate, An Duine Beag, T&T coaches, Dunphys of Annestown, Norris Brothers and Sporthouse, A big thank you to all the companies that took out an advert and that gave us prizes for the night and finally to the Greenway Manor Hotel that kindly gave us the venue for the event. This event has raised a fantastic €12,500 towards the next phase of the Ballyscanlon project that involves carrying out enabling works on the site to allow us to use the site for meetings and activities in a safe manner. Congratulations to all the contestants who took part in the show.

South East Amateur Radio Group broadcasting from Tankardstown near Bunmahon. A Copper Coast Festival event.

BONMAHON COPPER COAST FESTIVAL The 3rd "Copper Coast Festival" including "European Geoparks Network Week" was a great success! There were more than 20 events including singing, dancing, bowling, bagpipes, lifeboats, helicopters, promenaders, scouts, history, geology, radios, painting, poetry, and most importantly people! A huge thank you to everybody who arranged an event and helped out over the course of the 2019 festival; thank you to the 100's of visitors who attended! We can't wait for our literary weekend in early November!

BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers for our recent draw were 1, 7, 17 and 19. We had no jackpot or match 3 winners. Our two lucky dip winners of €50 each were Brian Casey and Billy Crowley. Our jackpot stands at €12,000. A Match 3 will pay €250. SAVE THE DATE! Last year’s Family Fun Day in Bonmahon Carpark was an outstanding success and this year, The Bonmahon Community Society have taken on the organising and running of

the event which promises to be a fun filled afternoon for all the family. The list of events planned includes Dog Show, Arts n Crafts, Kids Disco, Puppets, Face Painting, Bouncy Castle, lots of Carnival Games, Childrens themed Fancy Dress Competition, Treasure Hunt, Musical Entertainment. Old Time Dancing and lots more. Also available on the day: Pizzas / BBQ / Ice Cream & Minerals / Tea Coffee and Home Baking. Save the date. Sunday, July 14th 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Members of the Irish Coastguard and rescue 117 helicopter crew in Bunmahon. A Copper Coast Festival event.

St. Mary's U-7s and U-6s who very successfully took part in a recent Blitz at Carriganore: Back row left to right: Aaron Kennedy, Sean Veale, Nathan Byrne, Conor Phelan, Paddy Veale, JP McGovern, Joe Jackman, Aobhaoinn Murphy, Conor Kirwan and Keegan Lenihan. Front row left to right: Fionn Power, Isaac O'Sullivan, Lacey Dunphy, Daniel Dunphy, Oisin Mulhall, Michael Carey, Milo Power. Missing from photo: Reece Power.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

STRADBALLY RETIREMENT A retirement Mass for Mrs. Mary Crowley and Mrs. Rosemarie O’Riordan will be celebrated on Friday next, 21st June, 2019 in Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 10.30 a.m. The Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. It will be followed by refreshments in Our Lady of Mercy School afterwards. Past pupils and the whole community are more than welcome to attend and thank both teachers for their service to the school and the Parish. SYMPATHY Deepest sympathy is extended to Catherine Regan, Ballycasey Court, Shannon, Co. Clare on the recent death of her husband Ger Regan whose funeral took place at St. John’s & Paul’s Church, Shannon on Friday, 14th June. Sympathy is also extended to Ann D’Arcy and Sr. Julie, Ballyvooney, Stradbally and the extended family. CUL CAMPS With school holidays just around the corner and the weather being anything but Summer like, the local children are really looking forward to this year’s Stradbally Cul Camps. The Sean Ahearne Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp begins at Stradbally GAA Grounds on Monday, 1st July and finished on Friday, 5th July. The Camp is open to boys and girls born from 2006 to 2013. Any child that is 6 before the end of the year is eligible to do the camp. The camp begins at

10 a.m. and finished at 2.30 p.m. daily, weather permitting. The camp has fully qualified coaches with Garda vetting. If you have any queries please contact club co-ordinator Tomas Walsh. Any child that registers before June 16th will have their kits before the camp. PRE-SCHOOL GAA CAMP There will also be the annual Pre-School Camp for boys and girls aged four and five years on the same week.This Camp also begins at 10.00 a.m. and finished at the earlier time of 12.00 noon.These children will receive the Cul Camp kit and bag and the cost is €45. You cannot register online for this camp. Would you please text Tomas 087 768 1546 before Friday, 28th June with the name of your child participating in this pre-school camp to ensure that there is a place for them. TIDY TOWNS NEWS During the week, we received the official Tidy Towns newsletter advising us that the judging of this year’s competition officially began on the 8th June and will continue until 4th August. Last year, there was 883 entries in the competition and this year it could even be higher. We send best of luck to Ballymacarbry Tidy Towns committee who travel to Farmleigh House, Dublin representing Waterford in the Best Kept Town Awards in the village category, on Tuesday, 25th June. Stradbally Tidy Towns committee finalised our dates

for this year’s fundraising events. Our Church Gate Collection takes place on Saturday, 13th July and Sunday, 14th July at Stradbally, Faha and Ballylaneen. Our annual raffle takes place at Whelan’s Bar on Friday, 9th August, 2019.We are putting our fundraising dates out there in time as not to clash with other fundraising events in the village. ACTIVE RETIREMENT Experts tells us that walking in forests, listening to the birds and nature is very good for our mental and physical health. Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement visited Stradbally Cove at our last gathering. It’s beautiful, a downpour meant a quick return to the Barron Hall. A Quiz followed and one question took a lot of interest, " an item valued at €30 sells at 30% less, how much is the item then valued? Mid July we are going on a Day Trip visit to West Cork, that will include Spike island and The Titanic.That day trip is also open to non members. Our next gathering is Monday, 24th June in Barron Hall, 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. Any queries to Tom 087-9386209 or eileenrabbett@yahoo.com BARRON HALL Barron Hall Vintage Car and Tractor drive will take place on the 14th July (2nd Sunday, July). In 2018 we did not go with the “Drive” it following an exceptional hard and difficult Winter. This year we will include a traditional Irish dinner. More anon.

Kinsalebeg 5K Fun Run

Helen and Tom O’Mahony at their retirement party with two of their customers Ned Gough and Paddy Morrissey, (pictured below), the two most senior customers at the retirement party, being regulars at the shop and pub since the 1940s-1950. [Tom Hickey]

Retirement Party JAMES Walsh took out a licence for the Durrow Pub in 1895/96 and he was followed by his nephew Maurice. Eileen Walsh (Maurice's sister) then took over. She married John O’Mahony and their son Tom was the shopkeeper, publican to the present day. The pub is popularly known as “Durrow Pub” although it is in the townsland of Shanacool. Interestingly, the road at the entrance to the pub was developed in the 1860s (see middle pier on Ballyvoile road bridge, Southern side for inscription). The road started at Seafield, (Tommy Bowes Hill) to Knock Clonea (Miss Anns Turn). It was first tarred in the 1920s. Many Stradbally people of that generation called this road the New Line. Any queries to Cian 086-8961747 or tomaphickey@gmail.com

Photographs by Gerry O'Mahony

Ned Gough and Paddy Morrissey.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS ARDMORE OPEN FARM WILD FLOWER MEADOW When Denis & Bridget first started in The Ardmore Open Farm over 5 years ago now, we all thought it was a wonderful idea but we thought you go there once and you’ve seen it all. How wrong we were. They’ve done a wonderful job in building and adding to it each year and freshening up all around. New animals and birds are constantly arriving since their Zoo licensing and of course The Glamping Pods are a huge attraction as well. No matter how often I go there I’m amazed at the additions and it’s no wonder so many birthday

parties and school tours are visiting. Added to all that is the wonderful Wild Flower Meadow they have grown on the roadside banks. This is a perfect example of a pollinator friendly wild flower meadow and has taken 3 years to get to this wonderful colourful stage – worth a visit in its own right. It is also an example of what can happen with wild flower seeds. The seed here was very expensive and is showing its value now. Experts have warned us that if we buy wild flower seeds for a couple of euro we’ll get just what we paid for. SPLIT THE POT This week’s Split the Pot was

A section of the roadside wildflower meadow at Ardmore Open Farm.

won by Neasa Keevers who collected €276. The Ardmore National School Parents Association also received €276. Don't forget to get your envelope in Ardmore before this week’s draw, simply put €2 in the envelope and write your name and phone number on it and leave with any of the participating businesses in the village. Thank you all for your continued support and thanks to all the businesses who sell and keep the envelopes for us. POKER AT THE ROUND TOWER HOTEL Fr Finbarr Lucey made a welcome and long overdue return to the winners enclosure on Wednesday night with James Bryan’s (164) runner up spot closing him in on league leader Jerome Curran (184). Ann Mooney’s recent good form continued with a 3rd place and she too is now climbing the leader board. Newcomer, Brendan Nolan followed up his runner spot in the duffer stake last week by winning it this week. Remember we start around 9.45 p.m. each Wednesday night and we welcome visitors and locals to join us. The fact that we have a

league does not effect casual players. PROGRESSIVE 45 AT KEEVERS Fresh from his victory in the poker on Wednesday night Fr Finbarr Lucey combined with Billy Harty to tie for 1st place with Tommie Power & Michael O’Reilly at the 45 on Thursday night. We also had a tie for 3rd between Mary Prendergast & Mary Conway and Ann & Brian Keane. Biddy Power & Liz Griffin were best of the last 5 and Pat O’Connor & Ned won the last game. SUMMER DANCE CAMP IN ARDMORE. Learn a mixture of Zumba Fitness, Modern Dance, Hip Hop, Fitness Pilates and Singing this summer in Ardmore. Two camps will be held at Ardmore Community Hall on 8-11th of July and 12 -15th August. Ages 4-6 from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 7-11 from 1.00 p.m. - 3.00 p.m. Limited places available so please book early to avoid disappointment. Dance co-ordinator April O’Brien 083-8558794 or email aprildancefitness@gmail.com

Chernobyl Children’s Trust successful fundraisers

Some of the people who took part in the very successful walk on Friday night.

DESPITE the rain the cliff walk in Ardmore last Friday in aid of the Chernobyl Children’s Trust, was thoroughly enjoyed by all who took part. Raincoats and umbrellas were the order of the day as the walkers took to the cliff path overlooking beautiful Ardmore. A sincere thanks to all who turned up and participated in the walk. Also thank you to Lorraine O’Sullivan who organised a book swap in Ballynoe school in recent weeks. An amazing €600 was raised. These fundraising events are vital to the work of the Chernobyl Children’s Trust, enabling them to bring the children from Belearus to Ireland each year for their much needed holiday. The children will arrive in a few weeks’ time and again we look forward to their arrival. So once again thanks to all who contributed to our fundraising events. Your support and generosity over the past 30 years has and continues to be, instrumental in the work the Chernobyl Children’s Trust does.

Molly Keane Winner 2019, Fiona Ennis.

Waterford winner of Molly Keane Creative Writing Award 2019 announced WATERFORD City & County Council’s Arts Office is pleased to announce that the winner of the national Molly Keane Creative Writing Award 2019 is Fiona Ennis from Butlerstown, Co. Waterford with a story titled ‘Debt’. Fiona has a BA in English and Philosophy and an MA in English Literature and Publishing from NUI Galway. She also holds a PhD in Philosophy from University College Cork. She lectures in Literature and Philosophy in Waterford Institute of Technology. Fiona comes from a literary background as her father is the noted poet John Ennis who has published over twenty collections of poems and has had his poetry represented in numerous journals and anthologies ‘Debt’ is the twenty second winner of the Molly Keane Creative Writing Award run by Waterford City & County Council’s Arts Office with support from the Arts Council and by kind permission of the Keane family. Fiona read her winning story at a presentation ceremony during the

IMMRAMA Festival, Lismore (15/6/2019) and was presented with prize money of €500. Margaret Organ, Arts Officer thanked all the entrants and judges for their work. She said that it was encouraging to see entries from all the counties in Ireland and then to have a Waterford winner on this occasion was testament to the writing talent in this County. She also announced that entries have now opened for the national Waterford Poetry Prize 2019, results of which will be announced at the Waterford Writers Weekend in October during the Imagine Festival. See waterfordcouncil.ie and waterfordarts.com for entry details. Recipient of bursaries to attend ‘Time to Write’ with writer Lani O’Hanlon at the Molly Keane Writers Retreat, Ardmore in August were also awarded. Full bursaries went to Martine O’Donovan and Ciara O’Brien, Tramore and partial bursaries to Joanne McCarthy and Paul Casey/Waterford city.

Bursary winners: Back row Paul Casey and Lani O’Hanlon, Writer in Residence at the Molly Keane Writers retreat. Front row Martina O’Donovan, Ciara O’Brien and Joanne McCarthy.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

BALLYSAGGART NON STOP DRAW RESULTS May – 1st: Mary Geoghegan €60; 2nd:Tommy and Deirdre Devine €40; 3rd: Deirdre O'Donnell €20. June – 1st: Maureen and Dave Fennessey €60; 2nd: Pat Geoghgan €40; 3rd: Peter Shanley €20. TEA DANCE A Tea Dance will take place in the Community Centre on Friday, June 21st. Please note the time change - 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Joan Hannon and Helen O’Keeffe; 2nd: Pat O’Connor and Helen Cunningham. Lucky Tables: Fionula Hynes and Dan Howard; Sean Higgins and Mary Fennessy.

Tickets: Mary Fennessy x2; Christy Higgins x2; Helen Walsh and Helen O’Keeffe. ANNUAL GRAVEYARD MASS This year's Graveyard Mass will take place on Friday July 5th, time to be confirmed. CONDOLENCES The Ballysaggart Community extends its deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Joan Quirke, Ballyheaphy. May she rest in peace. BALLYSAGGART LADIES CLUB Ballysaggart Ladies Club went on a lovely evening out on May 27th to Carmel's Garden Centre in Kilworth. A group of 17 ladies had a wonderful time and got a great welcome from Carmel and her staff, and a lovely cup of tea and

TEXT ALERT LAUNCH – Last week Ballysaggart Community Development Company launched the Text Alert Project in the Community Centre. There was a well attended launch by the local Community Muintir na Tiras Regional Officer Margaret Quinn together with representatives of An Garda Siochana. Inspector Sheehan spoke of the Text Alert System working very well and proving very much as good deterent against the robberies in rural areas. A large number within the Community have signed up to this and if anyone is interested in doing so in the future they can contact PJ Brennan on 087-9851874 any time. We also extend our sympathy refreshments were served, to details to follow, this outing is Geoghegan. Mary was a long time member to our Treasurer, Birdie Murphy, Carmel and her staff a big thank open to all members and friends. The Officers members and of the club, and attended many of and her extended family on the you. Our Summer Outing this year friends of Ballysaggart Ladies our get togethers and our out- recent passing of Joan Quirke, Ballyheaphy, may she rest in is on July 13th, we are going on Club extends sincere sympathy ings. peace. May Mary rest in peace. a day trip to Killarney more to the family and friends of Mary

Blackwater International Poetry Festival

Lismore Tidy Towns – Liam Ahearn and Shelia Roche photographed with President Higgins and his wife Sabina in Listowel.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart OUR towns, villages and countryside are marked by beautiful Church buildings. Each one represents the faith and generosity of that community of faith who find there a spiritual home. How much longer can all these buildings be maintained as so many are walking silently away from the Mass. It may be the case when a village or town awakens to the fact that their local shop or post office has closed. No use crying when the shop has closed. If the pattern of Sunday Mass attendances continue to fall, church buildings will be redundant. When I celebrate the funeral of a parishioner who has been a loyal parishioner I know that it means an empty pew and a loss of support to the faith community. We may have grown tired of our Faith but Jesus Christ is the same today as he was yesterday and will be forever. Our Mass has still the power and grace of God as in the past. I believe we have disconnected our Mass from life. Jesus built the Last Supper around the shared meal. That it was the Passover meal did not take from the fact that it was a shared meal. Jesus had spent his time teaching his apostles by word and deed over a long period before he did Eucharist with them.Those words 'Do this in Memory of Me' have motivated each generation of disciples of Jesus to be faithful to the command of his. Much ink has been spilled trying to tease out the meaning of that command and the meaning of the Eucharist.The Eucharist is the Sacrifice of Jesus

made sacramentally present for us. United with Jesus in that sacramental offering we give praise and thanks to the Father through the Holy Spirit. As Jesus gave himself we must give of ourselves to Jesus and we do that by sharing our earthly resources through the giving of our gifts at Mass.When a person in their cuteness drops in a useless coin it shows the great ignorance of the donor. Of old the people were warned by God not to dare present a sickly animal for sacrifice. It would be an abomination. Today the same warning holds good. Our feast of the Body and Blood of Christ which we celebrate this coming weekend invites us to refresh our Faith in the abiding presence of Jesus in the consecrated Hosts left over from the Mass and placed in the tabernacle. The Tabernacle light is a reminder of the Lord's Presence. That we may come and quitely adore, praise and thank and petition is the only reason Church buildings are not locked up securely after Mass. MASS TIMETABLE Saturday, 22nd June - Vigil Mass in Lismore 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 23rd June - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore 11.00 a.m. Parish radio link 103.9FM PRO (E) Parish Council

THIS Friday, 21st June at 4.00 p.m., Lismore Library hosts the launch by Red House Poets of the 2019 Blackwater International Poetry festival. A great five days stretching from Thursday evening, August 1st to Monday afternoon, August 5th, the Festival will see Poets and writers fly in from around Europe and Ireland to amaze, entertain and keep poetry totally interesting and accessible. The launch will present the 10 Featured Reader Poets, as well as 4 evening events, the Poetry Trails and Tours, the Children's Competition, the workshops, the Sunday "Poetry Bus" and everything else that will be going on. Most events are free and open to all, no matter where you are in your writing. The Festival is about inclusion, friendliness and fun. It will be great to present, on Friday, this brand new Festival to West Waterford and all the South East. For more, go to BlackwaterPoetryFestival.ie. See you at the launch.

The winners of the 2017 Blackwater Poetry Children's Competition.

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BALLYDUFF UPPER CONDOLENCES The people of Ballyduff express their sympathies to the families of Joanie Quirke and Susan Thornicroft (nee O’Flynn). Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha. SOCIAL DANCING Next Social Dance is 22nd June at the usual time of 9.00 p.m. Music is provided by Liam Cantillon. LOTTO No winner of the local GAA Lotto of Tuesday 11th June. The numbers drawn were 18, 21, 26 and 30. The lucky €30 draw winners were: Will Power, Jim O’Neill, Vanessa Dunne and Betty Feeney (Garrison). Results from the draw on 18th June coming from An Síbín with a Jackpot of €11,850 in next week’s news. Tickets are on sale in St. Michael’s Hall from 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. on weekdays, before Sunday Mass. They are also available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín. FESTIVAL TIME! IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN! Starting this Friday 21st – Mid Summer Fun – On in the Community Field there will be bouncy Castles, quad train, novelty races, puzzles and more. This is a free entry event and starts at 7.00 p.m. On Saturday morning the annual blitzes for the underage Ladies Football and Hurling return at 10.00 a.m. That night the Social Dancing fits in nicely with the Festival. Music is by Liam Cantillon and refreshments will be served. It kicks off at 9.00 p.m. Sunday 23rd at 6.00 p.m. the

ever popular Fancy Dress Parade returns. Wer’re looking forward to all the entries from all ages. The Festival Bingo is on Monday 24th with the first game starting at 8.30 p.m. sharp! Tuesday 25th has something completely new to a lot of people and should be a lot of fun. On in the Community Field and being dubbed “Hurlógie” is a blitz of mixed teams of boys and girls from our GAA and Camógie Clubs. The professional teams will be made up from the U-6, U-8 and U-10 teams. Each game will be followed up by amateur teams of the parents, again mixed men and women – let’s hope the fitness levels are up to standard! It starts at 7.00 p.m. Wednesday 26th is cards night at 8.15 p.m. Thursday will be the 3rd Annual 5K Fun Run and Walk. The ever popular Car Treasure Hunt is back on Friday 28th followed by Table Quiz. Saturday 29th finishes up with a Barn Dance at 9.00 p.m. at the Community Field. Live music provided by Strum Yer Flute! This is an over 18 event and is proving very popular online! COMPETITION TIME!! WE ARE RUNNING TWO COMPETITIONS FOR THE FESTIVAL For the first competition, to win two tickets for the Barn Dance on Saturday 29th, we want to know what events you would like to see happen in Ballyduff. Put your suggestion along with your contact details in a sealed envelope marked “Comment Competiton” and bring it to St. Michael’s Hall. This competition is also online

on our Facebook and Instagram pages where we’re also looking for your event suggestions as well as a tag and a share. Closing is Midnight of Sunday 23rd June. All entries will be in for a draw to win the tickets. The draw will take place on Monday 24th at the Bingo and will be recorded for our social media pages. You can enter as many suggestions as you like. Each suggestion will be looked and considered in due course and the contributor contacted. The second competition is only open online I’m afraid. We’re looking for selfies of people at our events starting next Friday with the hashtag #ballyduffupperfestival. The draw for this will take place after the festival. The prize is to be decided, but keep an eye on the pages to find out what it is. CAMOGIE Commiserations to the U-12 girls on Tuesday 11th last. For this and more check out the Ballyduff Camogie Club Notes elsewhere in this paper. GAA Best of luck to the Senior Hurlers this Thursday 20th against Lismore. For this and more, check out the Ballyduff GAA Club Notes elsewhere in this paper. NEWS FOR INCLUSION Thank you to all who contributed this week. To keep this notice page topical everyone’s help is needed. If you have any photos, announcements, congratulations or condolences and stories you would like to be included, please contact Denise at ballyduffuppernews@gmail.com, or 087-2273737 by Sunday night each week.

Dungarvan Native Professor and Operation Transformation Scientist discuss being Superhuman at Robert Boyle Summer School this weekend HOW did Humans as a species become so successful? Have we surpassed natural evolution and begin to evolve our educations and cultures instead? All these scintillating topics and more will be discussed in Lismore on Saturday, June 22nd by Prof. Tomas Ryan TCD. (Dungarvan Native) Friday evening sees another familiar face with Prof.

Niall Moyna (Operation Transformation, etc.) who will discuss natural lifespan being extended with our sedentary lives taking away our “healthspan”. Prof. Moyna will be in Waterford City Hall at 18.00. Tickets for single lectures are just €15.00. The Robert Boyle Summer School wraps up in Lismore Castle on Saturday evening at 7.00 p.m. with an

Prof. Niall Moyna (Operation Transformation)

exclusive Garden Party catered by Eunice Power. All are welcome. Garden Party tickets are just €37.50 including Blackwater Gin Cocktails and Metalman Craft Beer. Tickets can be purchased from eventbrite and check out www.robertboyle.ie, or call Lismore Heritage Centre on 076-1102157 for more.

Prof. Tomas Ryan TCD. (Dungarvan Native).

2019 Green Flag Day in Knockanore.

ANNUAL FESTIVAL IN KNOCKANORE Advance Notice – Two dates for your Diary: July 6th and 7th 2019. RETIREMENT OF KNOCKANORE SCHOOLTEACHER Mass of Thanksgiving for retirement of Eleanor Ronayne takes place on Thursday, 20th June at 7.30 p.m. followed by a function in the hall. All are welcome to attend especially all past pupils. Eleanor has given 20 years of service as Principal. GREEN FLAG DAY AT KNOCKANORE Last Friday, recently retired teacher Mr. Kavanagh returned for the event as he was the main driver behind the Green Flag initiative. Today was the 6th Green Flag the school has received, a huge achievement. To emphasise the need to save the environment, pupil Danny Power rode his pony ‘Misty’ to school, no need for petrol or diesel here, just a handful of hay. WATERFORD COMMUNITY GAMES On Sunday, 23rd June, in Waterford RSC we will have a total of 20 boys and girls (including three relay teams) representing KGK in the County Sports finals. This is a great day out and in previous years our athletes have come home with several medals. I'm sure this year will be no different! Safe journey to everyone travelling on the day and the best of luck.

Parents and pupils at Green Flag Day 2019.

Danny Power on Misty, on way to Green Flag Day.

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CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre (058) 52746, Facebook - Cappoquin Community Centre; Email ocappdev@eircom.net THREE WEEKS TO THE NATHAN CARTER CONCERT! Nathan Carter is back to play in Concert in the Cappoquin Community Centre on Friday, 12th July, 2019. Tickets €30 are on sale now from the Community Centre office (058) 52746 and Feerick's Pharmacy, Lower Main Street. Don’t be disappointed. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Monday - Ladies Exercise Classes with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Active Retirement 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m., Riverdale 8.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. Affane Bridge 7.30 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. Tuesday- Circuit Training 6.15 p.m. - 7.15 p.m. Thursday- Ladies exercise class with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. 11.30 a.m., Circuit Training 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. - 10.00 p.m. Friday- Gymnastics 4.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. GYM Opening Hours: MondayFriday 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. Saturday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Membership: €200 per year, €60 for 3 Months, €25 per

Month, €5 per casual, OAP/ Unemployed €3 per session Top of the range equipment cardio equipment, we provide a wide range of the lasted cardiovascular equipment, from cross trainers to rowing machines to help maximize your fitness. Functional Area, a dedicated area aimed to help improve fundamental strength, acceleration and endurance using the following equipment, Kettle bells, Swiss balls power bags, medicine balls dumb bells and suspension training. Physical Trainers - Connor Prendergast (087-1247025) fully trained in strength and conditioning training (LIT Certified). Claire Egan (087-9713895) Health and fitness Degree from UL. Both our gym trainers will help clients reach their goals with are expert knowledge, they will encourage you to work to the best of your ability whatever your level. These trainers will focus your fitness and training regime to work to your schedule, abilities, interests and life style, both can be contacted at any time to get you started in your new life style challenge. MARY BUTLER TD Mrs. Mary Butler TD Fianna

Fail will hold a Clinic on the first Saturday of every month at 12.30 p.m. in the Community Centre, all are welcome. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder, anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Aoife Fitzgerald (058) 52570 first floor of the Community centre. MICHAEL COLLINS BAND BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND The Michael Collins Band will play in the Cappoquin Community Centre on Saturday, 27th July. Ticket on the night are a mere €10 for a great night guaranteed. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO JACKPOT HITS €4,900 Lotto draw – 17th of June, 2019 Jackpot €4,800. Numbers drawn were 3, 14, 15 and 19. No Winner. Consolation Prizewinners: Jean Manahan, Shanbally; Natasha Keating, Old Parish; Sheila Curtin, Ballyhane; Anne McCarthy, Allen Street; Catherine Sweeney, Lackenrae. Next week’s draw is on the 24th June, 2019, with a Jackpot of €4,900.

Tourin Community Hall FUN BIKE EVENT Well it came around a lot faster then anticipated! It’s here, National Bike Week starts on Saturday, 22nd June! Tourin Hall Committee will be hosting a Fun Bike Event on Saturday, 22nd June. Starting at 4.30 p.m. The route is as follows: the group will leave Tourin Hall heading north taking a left turn along the ‘top’ road. Continue cycling to the Convent intersection at Lismore where you will again take a left turn along Deerpark Road and continuing road until you reach the next left turn at Ballinwillin. This road will bring you to the ‘White Gates’ our local landmark and you will again turn left here and pedal away until you get to the final destination and a welldeserved cuppa! A lovely route clocking up just 6 miles (10km). To be done at ease, no rushing or racing. With a nice leisurely enjoyable pace, it should take on average about an hour. We ask that you wear a hi-vis jacket or very bright clothing. Also please note that helmets are compulsory, and children must be accompanied by parents/guardians. For those with very small children we will organise a ‘Pedal in the Park’ so the little ones and carers are occupied while we wait for the main cyclists to return. And don’t worry, we will have refreshments and a well-earned cuppa for you on your return.

The aim is to have a lovely community gathering with a little exercise thrown in just for fun! If you don’t fancy hopping on a bike, why not help out as a steward or just pop along for the company and a cuppa. We’ll be delighted to see you. Please contact Colm Bennett on 087-7710018 or Gina McGrath on 087-9028594 if you want to help out in any way. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page for any further updates. QUOTE “When in doubt, pedal it out” RIVER ROAD (L1018) UPDATE Have received an acknowledgement from the Council regarding correspondence relating to these absolutely necessary road repairs. They are (currently) not in a position to confirm when the works will commence but have met with “the NPW and Fisheries and are undertaking an Environment Screening of the area”. I am not entirely sure what all that means but the outcome of the Environmental Screening will “determine when the works can commence and what type of works will be permitted”. The council will be in contact again with a further update when the report is completed - which they envisage to take a couple of weeks. Please keep the pressure on our local representatives. It will be too late to be crying about it when the road has fallen into the river!

SUMMER EVENTS Further events will be up for discussion at the next meeting. Our Annual Field Day will be on the agenda as will the annual clean-up of the hall and surrounds. Keep an eye out for updates. NEW ENDEAVOURS Anyone who attended Orna Murray’s Acupuncture Introductory Clinic in April might be interested to know that she is running her first local Acupuncture Clinic in the St. Vincent De Paul Hall in Lismore on Friday, 21st June. Please contact her on 086-1903030 for further information. Individual sessions can be booked from 2.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. with a group session scheduled for 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. SYMPATHIES The committee would like to extend its sympathies to the Leahy and the Beecher families on their recent bereavements. CONTACT US You can contact us through our Facebook page Tourin Community Hall Committee or by email: HallCommitteeTourin@gmail.c om Officers are as follows: Chairperson: Michael Meaney Assistant Chairperson: Darragh Wilkinson Secretary: Brian Leahy Assistant Secretary: Denise Meaney Treasurer: John Fives Assistant Treasurer: Sean Leahy P.R.O.: Gina McGrath

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Landlord who fought for the people’s rights recalled at Dromana History Day SUNDAY, July 7th, History Day devoted to "Power and Politics in the Blackwater Valley" at Dromana will recall a thrilling election contest almost 200 years ago. Barbara Grubb's Big House near Cappoquin will host four talks ranging over four centuries. “Discussing politics in the beautiful Blackwater valley sounds a bit like celebrating snakes in the Garden of Eden,” she jokes. But a brave stand back in 1826 by her threetimes great-grandfather, Henry Villiers-Stuart, helped secure citizenship rights for the people of Ireland. “Ireland sent 100 MPs to the Parliament in Westminster, where of course as a minority they didn't make much impact.” “Catholic farmers and shopkeepers could vote, but only Protestants could be elected.There was no secret ballot, so landlords dictated who they must support,” Barbara Grubb explains. In 1826, wealthy Catholic Merchant Thomas Wyse of Waterford City and outspoken Lawyer Daniel O'Connell decided to challenge this monopoly, by mobilising voters to resist the landlords. “If the tenants defied their landlords en masse, they couldn’t all be evicted from their holdings. If all the shopkeepers joined in, the landlords couldn't take their custom elsewhere as they'd have nowhere to go shopping.” But Wyse and O'Connell needed a candidate, who had to be a Protestant but against the system. “Henry Villiers-Stuart came forward. Daniel O'Connell set up the campaign headquarters at Dromana – and they shocked the system by winning.” Soon after, O’Connell himself successfully fought a by-election in Clare, and defied the House of Commons to keep him out.

Daniel O’Connell – The Liberator.

Henry Lord Stuart de Decies who stood for Catholic Emancipation in the 1826 Waterford By election. “Catholic Emancipation was won in 1829, but the first blow for equal citizenship was struck from Dromana three years earlier,” claims Barbara Grubb. Professor Patrick Geoghegan of Trinity College Dublin will begin the July 7th History Day with a celebration of that victory, “Liberation: Waterford and the Winning of Civil Rights in the Age of Daniel O’Connell.” Professor Geoghegan is the author of a two-volume biographer of O’Connell. “Of course he’s an admirer of the Great Dan,” Barbara Grubb notes with pride, “but he believes Ireland’s Liberator couldn’t have won without Henry Villiers-Stuart!” The programme then heads back to the 17th century, with Dr Dave Edwards of UCC outlining the career of Richard Boyle, Earl of Cork between 1629 and 1643. Dr Edwards calls Boyle “Statesman and Warlord”. Professor Tadgh O'Keeffe of UCD then offers “Home truths about Walter Raleigh, Richard Boyle and Edmund Spenser.” “He plans to explore their engagement – physical, emotional and intellectual – with the landscapes of Munster,” says Barbara Grubb.“It sounds intriguing!” The final talk returns to Victorian times. Patrick Cockburn, who writes for The Independent Newpaper in London, will discuss “Power struggles: marriages and money in an Anglo-Irish family in the 19th century”. Pre-Booking is essential: €75 pp or €130 for 2 persons, includes morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea. Enquiries via email: info@dromanahouse.com, or telephone 086-8186305.

Friends of Cappoquin Day Centre 5 Week Draw, Draw No 5 - 14th June 1st €100 Mary McGrath, Dunmoon c/o Barth McG 2nd €50 James Geary, c/o Mary Hely 3rd €30 Finbarr Power C/o Sarah McG 4th €20 Gina McGrath c/o Helen The last “Round up” -Well done to all our winners. To all the rest of our great supporters - better luck next year! Thank you to all involved in the

success of this Annual fundraiser. All faithful friends.You are always brilliant. Our lovely Centre is open Tuesday to Friday every week (except for August due to staff holidays). A grand place to meet old friends or make new friends, have a lovely lunch, some entertainment, games and a chat. Ever have a hairdo! Our bus transport is available in most areas. Contact Kathleen 058-52018.

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BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY

By Donal Buckley

Foundered On The Shoals

IT was mid-September 2084 and the days were already getting short. The Fifth Fleet was pushing Eastwards past Greenland on their way to relieve the Second Fleet after a 5 month tour of duty.The war, with its intermittent stalemates, had been going on for over fifty years now. In that time, many alliances had been forged and dissolved. Many friendships had been made and many more betrayed. It wasn't an all out war either. Nobody wanted to commit their military might to an unwinnable conflict and nobody wanted to bet their future on uncertainty. The situation was like a defensive football match where you knew it was going to end 0-0. Basically, deadlock. Admiral Kramer stood on the deck of his flagship USS Swartzenegger alongside his most trusted officers. Some of these men and women had been beside him since the Wars of the Azores back in the fifties. Many had lost friends and colleagues in those dark days. They would lose many more in the months to come. But they always stayed loyal to Admiral "Kip" Kramer. So-called because of his ability to fall asleep anytime, anywhere. But when he was awake, he was one of the best tacticians in the whole Atlantic Fleet. His officers and sailors believed he was the best in the whole 'Goddamn' world. So did he. Kip called his first officer, Lieutenant Commander Tom Thomson, (also known as 'Tom Tom'), to his side for a status report. 'Tom Tom' gave the standard spiel regarding the engagement readiness of all fourteen ships in the fleet. The fighter jets on both aircraft carriers were fully fuelled, armed and ready for take-off at a moments notice.Three pocket battleships skirted the edges of the convoy diligently, listening for sonar pings of hostile subs.The lone fuel tanker stayed at the centre of two destroyers for protection. Reports from all watch commanders were as expected, all quiet on the horizon and visibility good. But that could all change in minutes. Satellite images showed that the Chinese Battle Fleet was still at anchor in the Bay of Biscay alongside their new allies, the French. Meanwhile, The Central Alliance of Russia, India and Saudi Arabia divided their forces between the Sea of Hormuz and The Baltic. Since the total destruction of the British Forces twenty years ago at The War of the Oranges on the Iberian Peninsula, the forces of Canada, Australia and New Zealand kept The Commonwealth interest by defending the Gibralter Strait. Add to that, almost every country in the world were reinforcing their defences and continually running recruitment drives to swell their military forces. It was now a race between ecological disaster and global war to end life on this planet. "So, how did we get here?" asked Lieutenant Thomson of his Commanding Officer. Kip Kramer thought for a moment, pursed his lips and said "Follow me!" He followed him to his office. "Shut the door" Kip told Tom Tom. After complying, the Admiral said, "Remember, this is for your ears only. Anything you see or hear here is Top Secret and highly sensitive" Admiral Kramer continued, "This is what we know. The world is at war over an issue that has been lost to the mists of time. Whole countries have been wiped off the map, borders have changed and Governments have toppled.The population of the planet is in varying degrees of famine, homelessness and epidemic. There are millions of migrants looking for a place to call home. The only clue we have is a looped message we found on a buoy floating aimlessly in the North Sea. It doesn't make any sense. It’s a line from some folk ditty from the dim and distant past." At that he reached over and pressed a key on his laptop. After a small amount of crackling noise, a rough voice shouted out "Oh, Rock on Rockall, you'll never fall" Finally, when the recording stopped, the old sailor looked at his protege and said,"We've looked everywhere, there is no such place. At least, not any more." Ballinameela Creatives are looking forward to the Summer....whenever it arrives.....anytime now.....please. Law lecturer, Sean O'Conaill said this week,"This display by Ireland against Gibralter wouldn't fill you with confidence ahead of our upcoming war against Rockall".

BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP The Ballinameela toddler group meets every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the Halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087-9718945. FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Minimum age limit is 5 years old (child needs to be school going). Full pro-

gramme of events can be obtained at our training session. LADIES INDOOR SOCCER Ladies indoor soccer on every Tuesday night at 7.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. Contact Noirin Kelly on (086) 836 2695 if interested. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in two ways. Firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious

and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.com munityalert.ie BOOKING THE HALL If you would like to start your own indoor soccer game or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, contact Alison Curran also. Pauline Ryan is responsible for the month of June for opening and closing the Community Centre and can be contacted on (087) 248 0321.

LOTTO RESULTS 17/6/’19 – Numbers drawn were 12, 19 and 26.There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were John Stack, Canty; Conor Mulhall, Barnastook; Ml. Stack, Canty; John Moynihan, Kereen; Bernie Troy, Modeligo. Next week’s Jackpot is €2,900 and the draw will take place in Deise Brú. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 0879194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre.

Aglish Charity Gymkhana – Prize winners of the Dog Show kindly sponsored by Kenneths Shop Dungarvan.

St. John’s Special School Mini Lotto RESULTS for Thursday, 13th June, 2019 – Numbers drawn: 7, 11 and 24. There was no winner of our €300 Jackpot. €20 Lucky Dip Winners: John Keohan, Dungarvan; Mary Quinlan, Stradbally; Betty Condon, Touraneena; Mary Hanrahan, Touraneena. This week’s Jackpot will be €350. Tickets are €2 and available from The Country Store, Hallahan's Pharmacy, McGrath's Newsagents, Forde's Spar in Tallow, Conna Post Office and Deckys Bar in Modeligo. Thanks so much to everyone for your support!

NEWS ITEMS Aglish Charity Gymkhana – Prizewinner Ina Foley on Jolly Jake.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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Members of Villierstown Ladybirds pictured at Irish Girl Guides’ massive party for Ladybirds’ 30th birthday at Fota Wildlife Park. From left to right: Charlotte Gray, Emily Eisenmann, Pauline Fletcher (Villierstown Ladybird Leader) Shelly Nagle (Villierstown Ladybird Assistant Leader) with Saoirse Drummy and Kayla Clifford.

Local girls among 300 to celebrate Ladybirds’ 30th birthday at Fota! MEMBERS of Villierstown Ladybirds were among 300 girls to celebrate Ladybirds’ 30th birthday at Fota Wildlife Park on Saturday, 15th June, 2019. Ladybirds are the youngest members of Irish Girl Guides aged five to seven. Ladybirds travelled from all over Tipperary, Cork, Kerry and Waterford to take part in the birthday bash. A further 300 Ladybirds from other counties travelled to Dublin Zoo for a simultaneous celebration. Ladybirds, who meet each week in their local community to take part in activities, games, songs and crafts, loved the opportunity to meet up with Ladybirds from other counties to celebrate their milestone birthday. “All the girls had a fabulous day with music, dancing and a big cake at each event,” said Monica McDonnell, Chair of Irish Girl Guides (IGG) Ladybird Branch. “There was a

brilliant atmosphere and everyone had a great time.” While Guides (the branch of IGG for 10-14 year olds) started in Ireland in 1911, Brownies (the branch for 7-10 year olds) started in 1914 and Senior Branch (the branch for 14-30 year olds) in 1919, the Ladybird branch only started 30 years ago when it was decided to introduce Guiding to girls of a younger age. A pilot Ladybird unit in Ballybrack, Dublin, was such a success that in 1989 Ladybirds was officially launched by then Minister for Education Mary O’Rourke. Within a year there were 33 Ladybird units operating throughout the country. Today there are more than 2,000 Ladybirds in the 26 counties. “The Ladybird programme encourages girls to care and share, to think of others and to contribute to their local communities,” said Monica, who is

Members of Villierstown Ladybirds pictured at Irish Girl Guides’ massive party for Ladybirds’ 30th birthday at Fota Wildlife Park. Pictured are Villierstown Ladybird leaders Pauline Fletcher and Shelly Nagle. The girls are from left to right: Saoirse Drummy, Charlotte Gray, Kayla Clifford and Emily Eisenmann.

Leader of Cúchulainn Ladybirds in Drogheda. “Each girl is encouraged to try her best and learn new skills and is rewarded for doing the best she can. “The girls can earn badges for all kinds of things, like Road Safety, Healthy Mind, Performing Arts, Environmental Awareness,Voting and STEM. During their time with us, we see the Ladybirds grow in confidence and independence while making new friends and having a lot of fun.” IGG Chief Commissioner Helen Concannon said: "Irish Girl Guides excels at being relevant and in touch with the needs of each new generation of girls. Thousands of girls have benefited from their involvement as Ladybirds in IGG and have progressed to Brownies (aged 7-10) and Guides (aged 10-14) where they continue to grow in independence, develop essential life-skills and are introduced to the international aspects of the Guiding movement. On behalf of the girls, I thank all the women who have volunteered as Ladybird Leaders over the last 30 years and look forward to the next 30!" Monica concluded, “The parties wouldn’t have been possible without our sponsors Impression Design and Print, The Galway Bay, Tayto, Fyffes and the staff of Deloitte. All of these have donated to us, which has been a massive help. Also, thanks to Dublin Zoo and Fota for allowing us to celebrate the birthday in their venues. Everyone had a fantastic time!” Irish Girl Guides welcomes new members from age 5+ and volunteer Leaders from age 18+. No previous experience of Guiding is necessary. See www.irishgirlguides.ie for more information or tel: 01 6683898. www.irishgirlguides.ie

VOLUNTEERS WANTED There is a call for volunteers in the Touraneena area to assist with setting up a Foróige Youth Club. A meeting will be held in the Community Centre, Touraneena, this Thursday night, 20th June at 7.00 p.m. It is an Open Meeting and all are welcome. Foróige is the leading youth organisation in Ireland and they have been working with young people since 1952. Their purpose is to enable young people to involve themselves consciously and actively in their own development and in the development of society. Foróige members total over 50,000 young people aged 10-18 each year and it operates in 26 counties in Ireland. There is a huge range of activities in over 600 clubs, 150 youth projects, the Big Sister, Big Brother mentoring programme, the Foróige Youth Entrepreneurship programme, the Youth Citizenship and Youth Leadership programmes. Foróige also have Garda Youth Diversion Projects, Teen Parent Support programmes and neighbourhood youth projects that help young people to deal with issues associated with poverty, marginalisation and social exclusion, underachievement at school, early school leaving, youth crime, substance abuse and family difficulties in a safe friendly environment. All Foróige Clubs, Projects, Services and Programmes are designed to achieve outcomes in a developmental and fun way by 1. Building self esteem and confidence through challenging experiences, 2. Develop the ability to manage personal and social relationships, 3. Providing learning opportunities which enable youth to gain knowledge and develop new skills, 4. Build young people’s capacity to consider risks and consequences, make informed decisions and take responsibility. So whether it be indoor soccer tournaments, baking, days out, karaoke, line dancing and much more, Foróige has something for every young person, so please come along to the meeting on Thursday night and help establish a badly needed service for the young people of the Parish. If you would like further information prior to the meeting, please telephone Mark at 086-7791741 or email mark.odwyer@foroige.ie TOURANEENA RUNNERS CLUB This Friday night, 21st June, we have the 27th Annual Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5 mile which starts at 7.30 p.m. and the following Tuesday night, 25th June, we have the 6th Annual Borrisoleigh Track

Attack 5K at 8.00 p.m. There is a €100 course record bonus on offer in Borrisoleigh for the top 3 male and females, if the record is broken. The course record stands at 14.22 for the males and 16.42 for the females. Prizes for the men and women are as follows:- 1st place €200, 2nd place €100 and third place €75. The team event has a prize of €300 and the perpetual cup for the 3 male and 3 female winners, however, the top 3 male and 3 females are not permitted in the team event. Entry is €10 per adult and €5 for under 18's. NICKY RACKARD CUP FINAL Congratulations to Sliabh gCua native James Connors who will referee the Nicky Rackard Cup Final being held in Croke Park this Saturday, 22nd June at 4.00 p.m. The teams competing in the final are Armagh and Sligo. SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the Parker Family on the recent passing of Thomas (Tom) Parker, Ballyarthur, Fermoy and formerly of Touraneena, Ballinamult. We extend our sincere sympathy to his wife Síle (née Purcell); his sons and daughters Eoin, Elmary, Valerie and Richard; grandchildren Jay, Colm, Cormac, Róisin, Oscar, Olly, Sadhbh and Eoghan; sons-inlaw Kevin and Michael; daughter-in-law Dorothy; extended family, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May Tom rest in peace. CÚL CAMP Don't miss out on a place at the Touraneena Cúl Camp. Registration is now open and payment can be made online. The Touraneena Cúl Camp will be held this year from Monday 12th to Friday, 16th August from 10.00 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. daily. You can register online at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/ WATERFORD LADIES FOOTBALL Commiserations to Waterford who were beaten by Cork last weekend in the Munster LGFA Senior Final. Waterford got off to a good start and the half time score was Waterford 0-7, Cork 1-6. However, 10 minutes into the second half, Cork scored their second goal and from thereon the game seemed to slip away from Waterford who were without six of their normal starting players. Final score was Waterford 0-9, Cork 2-14. This Summer, the Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football Association are running Development Academies for U-13, U-15 and U-17. Each academy will involve 8 sessions on the same day each week over the months of June, July

and August. Costing just €35, these fun training sessions are open to all. At the completion of the academy, players will represent their County at a Blitz in Mallow on Saturday, 21st September. Players who attend 5 or more sessions and who also attend the Blitz, qualify to be presented with a souvenir WLGFA Academy jersey. The following are the dates and times for this years Academy:U-17 Ladies Gaelic Football Development Academy Players born in 2002 & 2003 Dungarvan GAA Club Starting: Monday, 24th June, 2019 19.00 U-13 Ladies Gaelic Football Development Academy Players born in 2006 & 2007 Kilrossanty GAA Club Starting: Saturday, 13th July, 2019 11.00 U-15 Ladies Gaelic Football Development Academy Players born in 2004 & 2005 Dungarvan GAA Club Starting: Wednesday 24th Jul 2019 19.00 If you would like to secure a place please go to www.waterfordladiesfootball.ie or https://wlgfa.eventbrite.com SENIOR CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP In their first championship game of the year, our Waterford Senior Camogie players were leading by 4 points against Tipperary (Waterford 1-15, Tipperary 0-14) with only 3 to 4 minutes of normal time to be played when the match had to be abandoned due to a serious neck injury picked up by Tipperary corner forward Nicole Wall. Due to the lengthy delay in trying to get an ambulance to the pitch which eventually resulted in an air ambulance being called, referee Andrew Larkin decided to postpone the game and it will be replayed at a later date. Best wishes to Nicole Wall for a speedy recovery. Next up for our Camogie players is Dublin in Walsh Park this Saturday, 22nd June at 4.00 p.m. Best of luck to the Waterford team and management and we hope to see a great turnout of support in Walsh Park at the weekend. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO With no winner of the Jackpot last Sunday night in Dunne's Bar, the Jackpot is now over €1,000. The 5 x €20 winners were Breda Cullinan, Ronan Gleeson, Christine Cliffe, Michael Power and Danno McGrath. The promoters’ prize of €20 was won by Tom Gleeson. Next draw will be this Sunday night, 23rd June in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult, for a Lotto Jackpot of €1,100.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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KILMAC SYMPATHY Sincere sympathy to John Power, Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas on the death of his sister, Kathleen McDonald, Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas which sad event occurred on Sunday, 9th June in Carechoice Nursing Home, Dungarvan. LATE CATHERINE McDONALD It is with sadness we record the death of Catherine (Kathleen) McDonald (nee Power), Carechoice Nursing Home, Dungarvan and formerly Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas who died on Sunday, 9th June, at University Hospital Waterford. Kathleen lay in repose at her residence on Friday, June 14th, from 4.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. Arriving at St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen for Requiem Mass celebrated by Fr. Condon, P.P. at 10.00 a.m. on Saturday, June 15th, followed by burial beside her loving husband Pat in Lisdoonan Cemetery, Co. Monaghan. May she rest in peace. Sincere sympathy is extended to her loving family, relatives, friends and neighbours. LATE LIAM HURTON Deep regret on learning of the sad and unexpected death of William (Liam) Hurton, Carrigeen, Rathmeaden, Kilmacthomas who died on Thursday, 13th June. Liam lay in repose at Thompsons Funeral Home,

Waterford on Friday, 14th June. Prayers and Rosary were recited followed by removal to All Saints Church, Newtown. Remains were received and blessed by Fr. Martin Keogh, P.P. assisted by Dean Brendan Gallagher. Requiem Mass on Saturday at 12.00 noon celebrated by Fr. Keogh followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace. Sincere sympathy to his family, relatives and friends on their sad loss. LOTTO DRAW Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw results for weekend 14th June. Letters drawn were D, M, Oand X. No Jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Tom Halloran, Kilmac; Damien Carey, Craughaun View, Kilmac; David Kirwan, Old Road, Kilmac; Tom and Breda McGrath, Riverview, Kilmac and Bevin Bowdren, Currabaha, Kilmac. Next week’s Jackpot is for €2,800, be in to win. WHIST Results of the Ballylaneen Whist Club on Monday night, 10th June – Biddy Carroll, Stess Connolly, Kathleen Foran, Veronica Walsh, Cissie Kiely, Maureen O’Sullivan, Mary Walsh, Josie Gough, Monica Gough, Agnes Thomas aand Linda Dempsey. Raffle results – Kathleen Foran, Peggy O’Callaghan, Mary Walsh and Alice Walsh.

KILROSSANTY WHIST Results from St. Brigid’s Hall (14/06/2019) – Mary O’Donnell, Peggy Sullivan, Kay Veale, Kathleen Whyte, Cissie Kiely, Maureen Sullivan, Mary Kirwan, Biddy Carroll, Nicola Carroll, Ann Marie Lally, Lynda Dempsey. Raffle – Sheila Morrissey, Ann Marie Lally, Peggy Sullivan. Next Whist on 21st June at 8.00 p.m. COLLECTION Thanks to all who contributed to the collection last Sunday for the Irish Kidney Association. COLLECTION Collection this weekend for Comeragh Developement Group at three Churches - Kilrossanty, Fews, and Faha. SYMPATHY Sympathy to the Hurton famil, Rathmeaden, on the death of Liam Hurton, who died during the week. Burial took place in Newtown Cemetary. May he rest in peace. Sympathy also to Jane Walsh, Comeragh House on the death of her mother Lily Kavanagh (nee Mulvey), Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow. Sympathy also to other members of her family on their

sad loss. May she rest in peace. DEISE DRAW The next Deise Draw will be held in ardmore on 26th June. Money to Jason or Mairead by that day and also outstanding money from the last two draws. BINGO Bingo on Friday, 28th June. Jackpot is €1,300. Prize money €1,200. ENVELOPES Parish envelopes will be delivered in the next two weeks. BEST OF LUCK Best of luck to Kilrossanty Brickeys Ladies who will be heading to Roscommon this weekend to take part in Feile. GRADUATION MASS Graduation Mass for Sixth Class pupils will take place in Kilrossanty Church at 10.30 a.m. on this Thursday. Best of luck to those pupils who will be heading to Secondary School in September. I.C.A. The Guild will be going on a day outing on 10th July. More details next week. Federation Meeting in Crotty’s on 27th June at 7.30 p.m. hosted by Glenbeg Guild.

Billy Cowming, Shane Minnock, Michael Cass, Adrian O’Driscol all watching Stephen Power as he tees off in Pich & Putt Club.

Dungarvan Men’s Shed RECENTLY we lost Danny Moore, one of our former members who sadly passed away. Danny Moore passed on wood turning experience and skills to other members of the shed whilst attending the shed. Rest in peace. On Thursday, June 6th, a group of shedders led by Nicky Sheehan travelled to Ardmore for a walk organised by Waterford Sports Partnership.The members who participated included; -John Hanlon,Thomas Keniry, Antoine O’Riordan, Stephen Power, Adrian O’Driscoll, Nicky Sheehan, John Sheehan, Michael Cass and William Condon. The walk was led by Rose Ryall, a conservationist who gave an interesting and informative account of conservation projects and issues around conservation in the local area. A big thank you to Rose and Waterford Sports Partnership. On Thursday, June 13th, a group of shedders paid a visit to Dungarvan Pitch and Putt Club. The sublime skills of Adrian O’Driscoll, Billy Cowming, Stephen Power, Michael Cass and Shane Minnock were a pure joy to watch. A good time was had by all. We had a cup of tea afterwards where we reflected on our efforts on the greens. On Thursday, May 30th, in the walled garden at Woodhouse, Stradbally Dick Clancy and Shane Minnock attended a lecture given by Prof Ohlmeyer on “The 1641 Depositions”, records of atrocities, ethnic cleansing in seventeenth- century Ireland. It was both interesting and informative about past events. The setting for the lectures in the walled garden is lovely, and credit must go to Jim and Sally Thompson for the wonderful job they have done on the restoration of Woodhouse. A variety music concert will be held in the walled garden of Woodhouse on Tuesday, July 16th at 7.30 p.m. Gates will open at 6.00 p.m. and close at 10.00 p.m. Tickets are available from Nicky Sheehan on 087-7722037 and at Cass & Co Café, Main St,

Dungarvan.The Men’s Shed will assist with stewarding on the night. If any member of the audience has any queries on the night please approach one of our stewards who will assist them with their enquiries. We look forward to welcoming Kieran O’Connor as Fear an ti on the night. The line-up for the show is as follows: - Cahir Men’s Shed (Headline Act), Glen O’Connor, Evanna Mansfield, Mattie Fahy, Liam Clancy, Barry Duffy, Pat Power, Pat Dalton (Recitations), Eddie Bennett, Isme Drohan, Geraldine Carroll, Ellie Skehan. NOTES FOR DIARY July - Summer BBQ. Trip to Wexford Men’s Shed, Balltinglass visit to Dungarvan Men’s Shed. In all cases times and dates to be arranged. August - Trip to National Stud and Japanese Gardens. Dates and Times to be arranged. December - Men’s Shed Christmas Party Night on Saturday, December 21st.The following night on Sunday, December 22nd a 70/80 disco.

Both events will be held in the Park Hotel. Till we meet again. I will leave you with a quote from John Quincy Adams “Courage and perseverance have a magical talisman, before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish into air”.

Jimmy Power and Sean Cullinane chatting in shed about past times in the UK.

Dick Clancy in walled garden at Woodhall.

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WEST WATERFORD CONTACT INFORMATION Please note items to be included in this the West Waterford Notes column are always welcome. Items for the notes can be submitted by email to westwatnotes@yahoo.co.uk or by call, text, whatsApp or viber to 087 2076704 or calling 024 92249 thank you. SUMMER DANCE CAMP IN ARDMORE Learn a mixture of Zumba Fitness, Modern Dance, HIPHOP, Fitness Pilates and Singing this Summer. Our dates for camp are: 8th - 11th of July & 12th 15th of August at the Ardmore Community Hall. For ages: 4-6 yrs - 10:30-12.30 & 7-11 yrs 13.00-15.00.Limited places available, please book early to avoid disappointment. Dance Co-ordinator: April O'Brien. Call 083 855 8794 or email aprildancefitness@gmail.com CHURCH GATE COLLECTION Kinsalebeg Community a Group/Thursday Club, will hold their annual church gate collections at all masses in Clashmore and Piltown this weekend on the 22nd and 23rd June, your support is appreciated. KNOCK & LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGE Bookings are now being taken for the very popular annual Clashmore & Piltown three-day pilgrimage to Knock & Lough Derg [no bare feet]. If you would like to join us on this years trip which will leave Clashmore on Monday, August 26th, and return on August 28th. To book your place on the pilgrimage or for further details, contact Angela any evening after 7.00 p.m. please on 087 695 70 90. This is not

confined to the parish everyone is welcome to join us – however places are limited so it is advisable to book early. “EARN MONEY” FOR CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG G.A.A. CLUB With “ D” Day fast approaching for the world renowned “IRONMAN” which takes place in Youghal Town on this Sunday, 23rd June. The organisers when going to press were still appealing for helpers –they are doing a deal with local clubs for every person a club will provide for a 6 hour stewarding slot they are give €30 to the club. Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Club are looking for helpers to support their club - this is your opportunity to do your bit for your club – it is win win! situation as you will get your own pass to access all areas to see the event and Clashmore – Kinsalebeg GAA club will get some very welcome funds, They still have slots throughout the day so they can accommodate you at most times. Could anyone who can give a few hours contact Declan Hickey 087-6529320 Tim O’Keeffe, (087) 207 0715 Billy O’Halloran (087) 267 10 90. GARDEN INSPIRATION DAY Clarenbridge Garden Centre at Blackwater will host a “Garden inspiration day” at the Blackwater Garden Centre in Kinsalebeg this weekend. On Saturday, 22nd June, at 12:00 noon – celebrity gardener Peter Dowdall will give a talk entitled designing with plants. Peter will explain the various uses of plants and basic elements in garden design. This is a free event but booking is required. Call us now on 024 92725 to book your place and don't forget bring along a friend!

Clashmore and Piltown Parish Rosary: We will continue and meet to recite the Rosary at the Grotto in Clashmore village this Wednesday evening [June 19th] and each Wednesday for the month of June at 7.30 p.m., everyone is welcome to join us. Weekend Masses: The weekend Mass times as usual are – Piltown Church Vigil Mass Saturday 6.00 p.m. Clashmore Church Sunday morning Mass 9.00 a.m.

Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart Vigil Prayer for Vocations: An evening of Vigil prayer for vocations to the priesthood and religious life takes place on Friday, June 21st [Friday before Feast of Corpus Christi] in Aglish Church. Our vigil commences with the celebration of mass at 7.00 p.m. Our celebrant will be Aglish Native Fr. John Kiely, music will be provided by Glencomeragh Mission Team – followed by Adoration and reflection and concluding with concelebrated mass at 9.00 p.m. – with Fr. Gerard O’Connor and others “Let us join together and pray for vocations” we invite all of you our people to please to join us in prayer. Mass at St. Declan’s Well: A date for your diary - The annual open air celebration of mass at St. Declan’s Well in Toor will take place on Thursday, July 25th, at 12 noon. Communion & Confirmation 2020: Registration forms for First Holy Communion and Confirmation will be available on the first weekend of September for children from the parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart.

Jay Ryan, Master of the Flea Circus pictured with Strings and Things Festival Committee members Geoff Gould and Kieran Mansfield.

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS A very happy 40th birthday to Alan Curran, Clashmore, congratulations and best wishes from all your family and friends. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARY Congratulations and best wishes to Mary McGrath, Clashmore, on the occasion of her 30th birthday last weekend with family and friends at The Rising Sun. Welcome to the 30s club Mary. CLASHMORE TIDY TOWNS ASSOCIATION We don’t want to speak too soon but are we finally getting some weather that resembles a Summer! No matter what the weather brings there is always something to be done around the village for our group, especially now that the Tidy Towns competition adjudication is underway around the country. We will be meeting up on Thursday evening again this week at 7.00 p.m. at The Grotto so anyone willing to lend a hand please feel free to come along and join us there. FRENCH CULTURAL EVENING Want to experience some French culture? Clashmore Tidy Towns Association are delighted to announce that a French Cultural event will be held in Clashmore Heritage Centre on Friday, 28th June, at 8.00 p.m. which will be hosted by local resident Baptiste Rosset. This event is being held in partnership with SuperValu Youghal and during the evening patrons can expect such cultural delights as Wine & Cheese tasting, etc., and entry at the door is €5. So why not come along and bring your friends too for what should be a fun night! Watch out for more details on our Tidy Towns Facebook page over the next week or so… CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Once again this week no lotto results for Clashmore Kinsalebeg GAA were available when going to press, apologies to all – we will bring them to you in next weeks notes. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE At our Clashmore 45 Drive on Monday night last, June 17th, our top prize winners jointly on

seven games this week Pat O’Halloran and Eugene O’Halloran,Tessie Mansfield and Terri McGrath, Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Mary Ann and Bobby Connery, Martin Lynch and Michael Hunt Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. SHOWJUMPING LEAGUE AT BEECHFIELD An unregistered horse Showjumping league continues at Beechfield Stables in Cappagh each Thursday beginning at 10am for 70cm working up to 1m/1.05m. Showjumping restarts, at 5.00 p.m. for 70cm working up to 1m/1.05m. To qualify for the final requires three appearances. Entry fee for two rounds is €15, and a €20 fee for the final. ‘CHAT AS GAEILGE’ – GACH DÉARDAOIN Our Irish ‘chat as gaeilge’ group will meet as usual on Thursday evening at Beresford’s The Rising Sun Clashmore. We meet each week at 8.30 p.m. – and if you feel like coming along you will be very welcome to join us. BALLYCURRANE N.S. NEWS Split the pot: Our split the pot draw last Friday night saw a pot of €1032 split with €516 going to our Ballycurrane NS school building fund. Olive Troy from Grange was our lucky of €516 this week. Our next draw will take place on Friday, 28th June. Envelopes are now available for the draw at all the local businesses and at Youghal Post Office thanks again to all the business's that support our Split the Pot. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS LOTTO RESULTS Our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place on Sunday night last, June 16th, our letters drawn were H B P X We had no winner of our Jackpot so next weeks jackpot will be €2,300. Spot prizes of €20 each were won by Paul Marks, Cathy Marks, Pat O’Halloran. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support.

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HÚLAÍ | OÍCHE CHLÁRÚCHÁIN Beidh oíche chlárúcháin do champaí Húlaí a bheidh ar siúl i rith an Samhraidh Dé hAoine, 21 Meitheamh ag 7i.n. i Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn. Beidh dhá champa ar siúl i mbliana, ceann san Iúil agus ceann i mí Lúnasa. Beidh campa do dhéagóirí aoiseanna 13+ i rith mí Iúil agus campa eile do pháistí aoiseanna 5-15 le linn mí Lúnasa. Beidh lascaine ar fáil do pháistí atá ag freastal ar an dhá chúrsa. Áiteanna teoranta! Tuilleadh eolais - Mary Rafferty (087) 2714671. Maoinithe ag: Oifig Ealaíon, Comhairle Cathrach agus Contae Phort Láirge, agus Tionscnamh de chuid Líonra Tuaithe Ealaíne Phort Láirge. There will be a registration night for the Húlaí camps taking place this summer on Friday, 21st June at 7.00 p.m. in Meánscoil San Nioclás, an Rinn.Two camps will take place this year, one in July and one in August. There will be a camp for teenagers aged 13+ in July and another for kids aged 5-15 in August.There will be a discount for teenagers attending both camps. Spaces are limited. Further information available from - Mary Rafferty (087) 2714671. Funded by: Waterford Council Arts Office and Waterford Rural Arts Network. TITHE INACMHAINNE | LÉIRITHE SPÉISE Tá fáilte roimh léirithe spéise ar thithe inacmhainne i nGaeltacht na nDéise. Táimid ag iarraidh éileamh ar thithe inacmhainne sa cheantar a mheas agus má bhíonn go leor éilimh, tabharfar coiste le chéile chun tús a chur leis an bpróiseas chun Comharchumann Tithíochta a bhunú sa cheantar. Tar i dteagmháil le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise ag cfdeise@gmail.com / 058-46664 i gcomhair a thuilleadh eolais. SEIRBHÍS BUS I nGAELTACHT NA nDÉISE Tá seirbhís bus idir Aird Mhór agus Dún Garbhán ar fáil anois. Tá stadanna in An Sean Phobal, Heilbhic, Baile na nGall, ag Oifig an Phoist agus i Maoil ‘a Choirne. Seirbhís ceithre uair sa ló, Luan go Satharn atá ann. Tuilleadh eolas ar www.locallinkwaterford.ie AN GHAELTACHT CLG | TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. SPRAOI | GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil.Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087-7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí

agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán. Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 083-4455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. An Irish language playgroup will meet in Dungarvan Library from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon on Tuesday. Further information: contact Cabríní on 083-4455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie SCÉIM TÚS An bhfaigheann tú an Liúntas Cuardaitheora Poist? An bhfuil tú dífhostaithe agus ag iarraidh obair a dhéanamh ar tograí pobail? Bíonn deiseanna ar fáil faoin scéim TÚS do dhaoine dífhostaithe sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal. Más rud é go bhfuil tú faoi 25 bliain d’aois, tá buntáiste mór ar fáil. Déan teagmháil le cigire TÚS Cian O hAileasa ag 087-3770256 nó Bainisteoir Comhlacht Forbartha na nDéise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin ag 058-46664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com Are you on job seekers allowance? Are you unemployed and interested in working in Local Community Projects? Tús provides work opportunities for all unemployed people in the An Rinn/An Sean Phobal area. If you are less than 25 years of age there will be a major financial incentive for participating. Contact the Tús supervisor Cian O hAileasa at 087-3770256 or the manager of Comhlacht Forbartha na nDeise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin at 05846664. CAIRDE NA GAELTACHTA Buaileann Cairde na Gaeltachta, Cumann Gníomhaíochta Lucht Scoir i nGaeltacht na nDéise, le chéile an céad Máirt den mhí ag 3 i.n. in Ionad Pobail na Rinne. Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó (083) 1128870. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or (083) 1128870. SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058-46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. If you think you could benefit from a panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058-46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.

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GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool

The Dee family from Youghal pictured at Walton Park, Dungarvan after completing the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park. [David Clynch]

Irene Lawlor from GSK and Daniel Noone from Clonmel pictured at Walton Park, Dungarvan for the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park .[David Clynch]

Sharon Nugent, Mary Jean Timmins and Ethel Murtagh.

Charity Plant & Bake Sale a huge success

Ryan Walsh from Dungarvan pictured with Adam and Rachel Healy from Cork at Walton Park, Dungarvan. [David Clynch]

Richie Walsh from GSK pictured with Harper Murphy at Walton Park, Dungarvan for the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park. [David Clynch]

Ciara Connolly and Pippa Connolly Healy from Dungarvan pictured at Walton Park, Dungarvan after completing the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park. [David Clynch]

Cathal McGrath, Mischa Lyons, Roisin Quann and Claudia O'Halloran, all from Dungarvan, pictured at Walton Park, Dungarvan at the GSK Fundraising [David Clynch] Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park.

AT the Causeway Tennis Club on Sunday morning, 9th June 2019, the fragrance of beautiful roses, bedding and perennial flowers mingled with the aroma of freshly baked cakes and tarts as our Plant & Bake Sale kicked off. Dozens of people came to support our event, purchasing plants, confectionary, refreshments and raffle tickets. Crumlin Children’s Hospital and St. Luke’s Cancer Hospital in Dublin will share €1,780 equally from the proceeds. Many local families have used the services of Crumlin and St. Luke’s and were keen to support our fundraising. Children with a cancer diagnosis are initially seen by oncologists at Crumlin. If they require radiotherapy as part of their treatment they are treated at St. Luke’s. The only center in the Republic providing pediatric radiotherapy is in St Luke’s. All funds raised will be sent to the hospitals to improve services for our children. Prizes in our Monster Raffle were all donated and the lucky winners were: Máire Nic Graith. (Ballymaloe voucher), Eileen O’Mahoney (1 year subscription to The Irish Garden Magazine), Ann Whelan (B& B at The beautiful River Lee Hotel, Cork),

Máire Nic Graith (tickets to a production of A Midsummer Nights Dream at Curraghmore House), Margaret Dunford (A huge Supervalu Fruit & Vegetable Hamper including a blender donated by Shaws). In our bakers/plant donors draw Ann Welsh won a visit to Lismore Castle Gardens with refreshments included. Alex Murtagh won the children’s raffle and he is looking forward to the challenge of the “treetop walk” at Castlecomer Discovery Park. A huge thank you to Kathy at the Discovery Park for sponsoring that very coveted prize. Sharon Nugent was the closest guess to 560 sweets in the jar; enjoy sharing those with your nieces and nephews! This has been our most successful Plant & Bake Sale to date. A special thank you to The Causeway Tennis Club who allow us to use their premises each year. We are so grateful to everyone who assisted in any way to prepare for the event and all who came to buy plants and cakes.You have all helped in different ways, to improve facilities for sick children at Crumlin and at St. Luke’s.

Red Sails in the Sunset.

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Ballyvoile Winter

By Richard Cutbill, Temp. PRO

MEMBER IN FOCUS MICHAEL LOFTUS It did not take too long for the DCC membership to recog-

Skyline Photographer.

Owl – Whose Looking At You.

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The Green Man.

nise Michael’s skills, being a retired architect, as a well-seasoned photographer and an excellent teacher of the art. Invited and elected on to the DCC Committee as the Member’s Representative, and is popular and a great asset to our

club. We are most fortunate to have a few members who learned their skills before the digital era, dark rooms, film processing, etc. They had to be far more meticulous than today as film processing was both time consuming and expensive. They prepared what and when to shoot, nothing like now, taking a 100 shots like a machine gun, then to delete 99. Their work in the darkroom dodging and burning was an art in its own right. So when you bring these skills to the digital world of photography they have got the eye to pick the shot and the patience to explore the wonders of Photoshop and other photographic software. Because they have been at it so long their knowledge and skills generally make them great teachers. Beside Michael Loftus, we other members who have predigital experience including, our President Liam Suipeal. Anthony Walsh another retired Architect, Michael O’Brien, and Julien Ashleigh. MICHAEL LOFTUS HIS OWN WORDS Michael, like wife Deirdre, was born into an Irish family living in London. They both came over many times to visit families and have known the Dungarvan area for more than thirty years, settling here twelve years ago. They would not want to live anywhere else.

Michael Loftus He first joined a camera club in 1959 and was for a long time a member of Croydon Camera Club in South London. Immediately on moving to Ireland, Michael joined Dungarvan Camera Club and was delighted by the friendly, welcoming reception that he received. For all his sixty years in photography, he has done his own printing. For many years, this involved taking over the family kitchen after everybody else had gone to bed, developing roll film and enlarging and wet processing prints by the dim glow of a safelight. This, often until the first rays of dawn crept around the edges of the curtain, threatening to fog unfixed photos. He welcomes the ease with which modern digital processing, not only enables faster and subtler results, but can be pursued at any time of the day. Michael is interested in most aspects of photography, but has in recent years focused (literally) on wildlife. He tries to get the picture he wants in camera, with only a minimum of after-work on the computer.

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Dungarvan Tidy Towns WEEKLY LITTER PICK UP Last week’s Litter Pick Up started at Gibbons Park and spread out to Convent Row, Boreen Na Tra, Emmet Street and Ringasillogue, Dungarvan Tidy Towns also joined the Coca Cola Beach Clean at Quanns which was a great success, a total of 72kg was picked up on the evening. Fire grates were some of the items found along the sea bed and roughly 150 cigarette butts along the paths, these were the main find this week. Brilliant work done by all the volunteers. Dungarvan Tidy Towns welcomes new volunteers weekly, if you are interested in doing community work come join us, help make a difference help make Dungarvan a tidy town. This week’s Litter Pick Up Dungarvan Tidy Towns will be meeting at Walton Park, Abbeyside 7.00 p.m. Wednesday, 19th June. All are welcome. Children Must be Accompanied by Adults. BIODIVERSITY MURAL COMPETITION Dungarvan Tidy Towns has

had a great response to the Biodiversity Mural Competition. Thank you to all that entered, the winners will be announced next week. SEAL RESCUE IRELAND Don’t forget to get involved with our Crisp Packet Recycling in aid of Seal Rescue Ireland. Simply drop your crisp packets our drop off point in Capitol Cleaners.The more crisp packets recycled - the more plastic pollution stopped from entering the sea - and the more money Dungarvan raises for Seal Rescue Ireland. GOLD GOLD GOLD REMEMBER Tidy Towns competition has started and will continue through to July so please Think and leave No Trace! Leave public spaces clean and green and take your litter home, clean up after your dog and bin the poo, and please Bin the Butt!

Some of the Biodiversity Mural Competition paintings sent to Dungarvan Tidy Towns.

Dungarvan Tidy Towns volunteers.

Stories from Old Newspapers – Ladies in Brewery Lodge (from Poole Collection in N.L.I.).

STORIES FROM OLD NEWSPAPERS Cork Examiner 17th August, 1900 Grand Bazaar in Dungarvan In glorious weather a Bazaar, for the benefit of the funds of the Dungarvan Brass Band has opened on Monday in the beautiful grounds of Brewery Lodge…The decorations and illuminations were carried out on a costly and elaborate scale. Mr. Cartwright, who resides in the splendid dwelling house on the grounds, is a member of the band committee…He worked personally in the getting up of the decorations, and with him were… the other members of the band committee, Messrs James Hayes, J.P.; J.A. Dower, P. Mulcahy, etc. The grounds were a rare sight to see. Before reaching the entrance a pair of coloured lanterns showed brilliant light suspended from an overhanging tree, and above the entrance gate in the midst of flags was inscribed ‘Grand Bazaar’. All along the winding walk in the midst of the flowers, shrubs and trees were placed hundreds of coloured lamps. In the croquet ground the bandstand was placed. At night when the grounds were lighted up, the place resembled a fairy palace… ladies attired in the most faultless manner flitted to and from amongst the crowds. The first stall was presided over by Mrs. Captain Dower immediately behind the stall was a tea house furnished with fancy tables and seats, Mrs. Cartwright assisted by two maids attended to the wants of her patrons. A little distance off was the Ice House, where the liquors were made cool for the customers. The oriental stall was presided over by Miss Sheehan, ‘Hope’ by Miss Norris, ‘Celestial’ by Mrs. J.F. Ryan. Close by in a hut, formed by a tree, a lady pro-

fessor, Madame Von Remo, carried on her business of palmistry. The Bazaar was held for two days and nights. The band played under the baton of Mr. Hatton. UPCOMING LECTURES IN DROMANA HOUSE, CAPPOQUIN Power and Politics in the Blackwater Valley There will be lectures in Dromana House, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford on Sunday, July 7th, 2019 from 10.30 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. entitled “Power and Politics in the Blackwater Valley”. The programme is: Prof. Patrick Geoghehan (TCD): ‘Liberation: Waterford and the Winning of Civil Rights in the Age of Daniel O’Connell’. Dr. Dave Edwards (UCC): ‘Richard Boyle, Earl of Cork: Statesman and Warlord (16291643)’. Lunch Prof. Tadgh O’Keeffe (UCD): ‘Home truths about Walter Raleigh, Richard Boyle and Edmund Spenser’. Patrick Cockburn (The Independent Newspaper London): ‘Power struggles: marriages and money in an AngloIrish family in the 19th century’. Enquiries and booking email: info@dromanahouse.com Tel: 086-8186305. €75 p.p. or €130 for 2 persons to include morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea. DONATION OF OBJECTS AND OLD PHOTOGRAPHS The museum relies on donations of objects from members of the public. We do not have funds to purchase objects, so we would be very grateful for any objects of local historic interest which you would kindly be willing to donate to us. Also if you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. with a County Waterford con-

nection we are very happy to accept them. YOUR CHANCE TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM Museum membership is available for an annual fee of €15 if you would like to support the work of the museum. The museum relies heavily on membership fees, donations and fund raising activities, so we would be delighted if you would join us as a member. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at (058) 45960 to arrange a visit. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. CONTACT DETAILS Tel: (058) 45960 Email: info@waterfordmuseum.ie Website: www.waterfordmuseum.ie Facebook: waterford county

museum Twitter: @waterfordmuseum TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS See what people think of our museum on TripAdvisor at https://bit.ly/2ODTk9b Waterford County Museum is a non profit organisation, curated and managed by a voluntary committee.

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Dungarvan Lions Club – Midsummer Soiree at Woodhouse THIS event takes place on Friday, 28th June and is selling out fast. In fact when going to press it looks like there is only a small number of tickets remaining. Full details about the event were given in last week’s paper and this week we wish to let our

readers know some details about the charity for which the money is being raised. Dungarvan Lions Club is part of the larger family of Lions Clubs International. The motto of the Lions Organisation is “We Serve”. In addition to the local

Children with a member of Lions Clubs International at the Safe Centre for the “Forgotten Children” in Lebanon. Proceeds from the Midsummer Soiree on 28th June will go directly to support this centre.

Frank O’Donoghue (District Governor, Lions Clubs Ireland) with Phyllis Davis (President, Dungarvan Lions Club) on his recent visit to the local club.

projects which are supported by Dungarvan Lions, we also have a commitment to the “Forgotten Refugee Children Project” Lebanon. As a result of the Syrian there are more than 2 million Syrian Refugees in Lebanon. Many of these are orphaned children who have lost their families. Lions International has already put in place a number of supports for these children including a “Safe Centre” and a mobile medical centre.The Dungarvan commitment is to team up with other Lions Clubs in Ireland to support the Safe Centre over the next five years. This Safe Centre is providing a haven where children can be children, be prepared for the Public-School system, participate in creative and stimulating child - activities like music, dance, theatre and art, be provided with Primary Health care including psychological, inoculation and nursing services. Most important of all the project aims to protect these vulnerable children from all types of abuse especially from being sold into child labour and as sex workers. All the funds from our fundraiser in Woodhouse will go directly to this project. When Lions District Governor Frank O'Donoghue visited the Dungarvan Club earlier this month, he commended the club for their work on this project. He also spoke about Dungarvan’s involvement in and support of the Annual Trabolgan Holiday Project. This was very timely as last week twenty senior citizens were guests of the Dungarvan Lions Club on a week-long summer holiday in Trabolgan where they joined over 600 seniors from all over Ireland on a seven-day all-inclusive holiday. In its 39th year, the annual Lions Clubs holiday has hosted more than 30,000 guests who would otherwise not have enjoyed a summer holiday. The

Members of Dungarvan Dramatic Club practicing at the Walled Garden in Woodhouse for their production of “Snappy Shakespeare“ which will be staged at the Midsummer Soiree on 28th June. holidaymakers are sponsored by local Lions Clubs throughout Ireland and are accompanied throughout the week by a team of Lions volunteers as well as specialist medical and support staff. Guests were given an opportunity to avail of health checks during the week and there was a full programme of activities and entertainment. Events for the 2019 holiday

included dancing, competitions, supervised aqua aerobics, a daily walking challenge, bus tours and shows each evening. Minibuses and buggies were on hand to transport those with walking difficulties and medical assistance, including an Order of Malta mobile unit, was on hand 24 hours a day.Despite the mixed weather, a good time was had by all during the week with a special

birthday celebration held for Dungarvan native,Walter Wright. A special thanks goes to all who have supported the Dungarvan Lions Club so activities like this can take place. PS: The last few tickets for the Woodhouse Soiree are available at Kelly’s Pharmacy, Abbeyside or The Wine Buff, Grattan Square or online at www.ticketsource.eu/dunglions

Walter Wright enjoying his special birthday celebrations at the Dungarvan Lions annual holiday in Trabolgan.

Abbeyside singer/songwriter to release new music MOYLAN is a Dublin based singer-songwriter from Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. She began writing at the age of sixteen and has worked tirelessly to create her own brand of lyrics that playfully deal with life’s complicated emotions; ‘Music is my solace. When I am down, I have two options: I could sit and write a sad song, or I could have a cheeky dance and then look back on cute little me from five minutes ago with a fresh mindset. I can be prone to melancholy, so writing in a light hearted, reflective way really helps me’. In recent years Moylan has been making waves in the Irish music scene with stunning performances on the Voice of Ireland 2016, appearances in Irish festivals (Electric Picnic, Imagine Arts Festival, IMBOLC festival, Comeraghs Wild Festival) and striking headline shows in Dublin, Dungarvan and Carrick-On-Suir. She is known for her distinct Celtic tones and unwavering vocal control. In October of 2018, she released her debut single ‘Naïve’, which was noticed by the likes of Remy, Nialler9 and TLMT, and she performed it on RTÉ Radio1 with Miriam O’Callaghan. On June 21st 2019, ‘Naïve’ joins second single ‘On The Right Side’ and three other wonderfully distinct tracks to form Moylan’s debut EP ‘For The Birds’. This delightful debut presents

itself in the form of four colloquial expressions playfully dancing around the heart of the EPNaïve. It is both a celebration and an exploration of vulnerability through harmony and humour. From nostalgic melancholy and rainy city nights to warm summery bops and jazzy-hook ladensoul pop, Moylan’s debut is a dynamic work of strength and variety. ‘For The Birds’ was recorded at both Camden Recording Studios by Cian Boylan and Conor Brady (Van Morrison, Sinead O’Connor, Declan O’Rourke etc), and at Beardfire Studio by David Virgin, Rohan Healy & Al Quiff who have worked on stage and in studio with the likes of Nick Cave, INXS, Leslie Dowdall (In Tua Nua), Mary Black, Cat Power and Billy Bragg to name a few. ‘For The Birds’ is out June 21st via Beardfire Music and will be available on all major platforms. Links Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/moylanmusic/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/moylanmusic/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/moylanmusic Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5uKt SNJJ8nfmzLaM5zs7Eq?si=fCz6_WrVSyG3d8MaI PirBw

In our busy world, you can’t do a more excellent thing than to give some of your undivided attention to this truly wonderful artist. A seeming reincarnation of your favourite female voices of bygone days, a singer and player that has the rare power to quieten a room. Take the time to experience Moylan. Your first listen will stay with you forever.

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Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan

Dark Phoenix

By Bill Tubbritt

Dungarvan Youth Band drummers, with their teacher Chris O’Sullivan who will be appearing in the Town Hall Theatre, on Monday, June 24th at the Dungarvan Brass and Youth Band Awards Night 2019. From left to right: Christopher O’Sullivan, Jack Gardner, Daniel Mirza, Eolann Murphy, Brendan O’Mahony and Daniel Murray.

Sing your heart out this Summer with Phoebe Dipple CALLING all budding singing superstarsyou are in for a treat this July when local vocalist and performer Phoebe Dipple hosts her first Summer Sings music camp at the Fusion Centre in Dungarvan. Phoebe told us “I am so excited and and thrilled to launch my first Summer Sings camp in my home town this July. I have planned a FUN packed week for all ages with a plethora of fun music activities including music and rhythm games, group singing, pop choir, performance and confidence building. We will learn all about the joy of music and voice and meeting like minded music fans!" Phoebe is well known to local theatre fans as she has performed in numerous local pro-

ductions since she was a child. She has progressed to play the lead role of Snow White at Cork Opera House, performing off Broadway in Find My Way Home and is resident vocalist for the Cork Pops Orchestra. Check out the " Phoebe Dipple Music" Facebook page to see her in action! She is looking forward to spreading the musical magic to the youth of Dungarvan. The Summer Sings Summer Camp is at the Fusion Centre, Dungarvan Sports Centre from 8th-12th July. Ages 7-11 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon. Ages 12-18 1.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. Places are limited for this fun packed week so call 087-6832444 for more details or to reserve your place.

Mind Games – A play about Domestic Abuse OASIS House Women’s Refuge are proud to host Spanner in the Works Theatre Company, who will perform ‘Mind Games’, an eviscerating exploration of domestic violence and the shortcomings of the legal system. Written and directed by Patricia Downey, Mind Games contains strong language, violence and scenes that some people may find disturbing. Strictly 16+. Performance open to public, this event is free, no need to book. • Wednesday, 26th June, at 4.00 p.m. St. Patrick’s Gateway, Patrick Street Waterford • Thursday, 27th June 12.00 noon, Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre. After the performance there will be an opportunity for the audience to chat with the cast and meet the Waterford City and County Domestic Abuse Outreach Service who will provide information regarding domestic abuse support in your area. For further details contact Rebecca outreach@oasishouse.ie or 051370367.

X-Men Dark Phoenix is the twelfth and possibly the final instalment in this long running franchise and is a direct sequel to the 2016 X-Men Apocalypse. Simon Kinberg is both writer and director for this one and has assembled a cast of mostly series regulars featuring James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Nicholas Hoult, Sophie Turner,Tye Sheridan, Alexandra Shipp, and Jessica Chastain X-Men’s most beloved characters, Jean Grey evolves into the iconic DARK PHOENIX. During a life-threatening rescue mission in space, Jean gets hit by a cosmic force that transforms her into one of the most powerful mutants of all time. She quickly begins to find her incredible new powers becoming increasingly unstable, causing her to become not only a threat to the X-men but also the whole planet. Dark Phoenix is unfortunately a disappointing finale as the Movie seems to be a little muddled together somewhat. We are treated to the usual excellent CGI effects which do help to bring a lot of excitement to events. Dark Phoenix is a must see for the many X-men fans that have followed the franchise but is unlightly but certainly not impossible for it to rise from the ashes as this really does look like the end to this series of X-men movies. Rating 3/5

Men In Black: International

By Tamara Ní Shíocháin Is é seo an ceathrú scannán sa sraith ficsean eolaíochta Men in Black. Stiúir F. Gary Gray an scannán seo agus tá go leor aisteoirí cáiliúla le feiceáil mar shampla Anatole Taubman, Andy Beckwith, Ania Sowinski, Chris Hemsworth, Davina Sitaram, Emma Thompson, Jess Radomska, Kumail Nanjiani, Liam Neeson, Nasir Jama, Penelope Kapudija, Rafe Spall, Rebecca Ferguson, Stephen Wight, Tessa Thompson agus Viktorija Faith. Tá an scannán seo ag leanúint ar aghaidh tar éis an scannáin Men in Black 3 ón bhliain 2012 ach níl na caractair céanna le feiceáil sa scannán seo. Tá na gníomhairí nua ‘Agent H’ and ‘Agent M’ ag dul go Londain chun brathadóir a fháil. Ansin, caithfidh siad é a stopadh. Is scannán siamsúil agus greannmhar é seo agus tá go leor aicsin ann freisin. Ina theannta sin, tá aisteoirí iontacha le feiceáil sa scannán seo go háirithe Chris Hemsworth agus Tessa Thompson. Mar sin, is fiú an scannán seo a fheiceáil, gan dabht. Ráta 3.5/5

Déise Animal Sanctuary Pet of the Week: Kittens!

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Portrait of an artist … Gooee O'Brien's Fine Art Studio and Gallery

IF you’ve ever tried to take a photo of a kitten, you know it’s difficult. So, you can imagine the task of capturing six kittens in 1 photo! Rest assured, all six are cute, active and ready for a home. They are just about seven weeks old, with both males and females available. They are a mixture of grey with black and white markings. All are healthy and being cared for at the Déise Animal Sanctuary (CHY21017) in Ballymacarbry. Interested in adopting a kitten? Contact Pat at 087-3119509. And for the dog owners out there, don’t forget to sign up for the Pup Crawl, Friday, June 21st in Dungarvan. Call Kathy at 087-3620951 to reserve your spot! Thought for the week: Don’t shop: adopt.

FOR anyone interested in creativity, Dungarvan has become a hub of pure joy. There are galleries and dedicated retail outlets throughout the town. Many of the cafe's, pubs and restaurants in Dungarvan and its hinterland provide wall space for local artists, sculptors and craftspeople. The number of artists working in the area is phenomenal.When I first broached the idea for this column with Editor James Lynch, he was enthusiastic but cautioned that it would only last for a month or two and that I would probably run out of subjects by then. Here we are, two years later, still meeting and interviewing wonderful people. It’s an honour, this week, to be able to introduce a new gallery to the town. Margaret "Gooee" O'Brien has moved, lock, stock and colour palette to Dungarvan. To be precise, Number 30, Mary Street, Dungarvan. It’s not just a gallery either. It’s a studio, it’s a teaching space, it’s a place where people of all interests can gather for tea, coffee and artistic discussion. I first met Gooee in July of 2017. She had recently exhibited at The Old Market House Arts Centre in Dungarvan. The title of the exhibition was "The Immensity Within Ourselves" and showcased several of

her many skills. The installation encompassed painting, sculpture and pottery where each stunning piece was an essential part of the whole collection. For the 2017 interview, Margaret invited me to her home in Lismore which in itself was a showroom of her immense talent and refined taste. She is an engaging hostess and is extremely knowledgeable in all matters creative. She has a Masters Degree in Fine Art from Cambridge. Gooee has also studied at The Florence Academy of Art in Italy and Studio Escalier in France. She studied Botany, Chemistry and Applied Mathematics at UCC. Adding to all this creativity and eclectic education, she is an enthusiastic gardener and accomplished landscaper. She has endless talent and boundless energy. Gooee has decided to make the big move from picturesque Lismore to bustling Dungarvan. Though she is sad to leave her old home, she is looking forward to her future in Mary Street with eager anticipation. She will be holding workshops at her Fine Art Studio there in various disciplines. Subjects will include; Simply Oils/Acrylics, Drawing Techniques, Abstracting the Landscape and she will also hold a workshop in "Simply Oils" at Dungarvan College. To enquire for details on any of these popular courses, contact Gooee on 085-2353852 or e-mail gooeeobrien@aol.com, instagram

Gooeeobrien, Facebook Gooee OBrien Fine Artist or www.gooeeobrien.com The gallery space will be made available intermittently to other artists to exhibit their work. Each artist will be able to curate their own work without any interference. The artist decides. Gooee's own work will be on display and for sale from Number 30, Mary Street. You can watch the development of the artists style and creativity with regular window displays. Initially, the studio will be open on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday every week. It is hoped to have an exhibition every couple of months. Classes in the various art disciplines are available to anyone from Junior Cert upwards. All are welcome. Margaret 'Gooee' O'Brien has accumulated an immense amount of skill and artistic knowledge and she enjoys imparting that knowledge to whoever is interested. As always, it’s a pleasure to meet the artist herself, both as an artist and a person. Best of luck, Gooee and well wear.

Cubana

Figs on clay

A Selection

Gooee O’Brien

Gooee O'Brien's Summer Workshop Gooee O’Brien is delighted to announce a new art space in Dungarvan at 30 Mary Street. The Summer programme of workshops is as follows:SUMMER INTENSIVE WORKSHOPS Saturday and Sunday 10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Start date 22nd June to 23rd June. Beginners/Improvers Simply Oils/Acrylics. Location - Fine Art Studio, 30 Mary Street, Dungarvan. Saturday and Sunday 10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Start date - 20th July to 21st July. Drawing techniques Location Fine Art Studio, 30 Mary Street, Dungarvan. Saturday and Sunday 10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Start date - 17th August to 18th August. Abstracting the Landscape. Location - Fine Art Studio, 30 Mary Street, Dungarvan. Fine Art Studio: Gooee OBrien Address: 30 Mary Street, Dungarvan, Co Waterford, Ireland. Email: gooeeobrien@aol.com FB: Gooee OBrien Fine Artist Instagram: Gooeeobrien

Cotto Tuscany

Studio Window

Immensity Within Ourselves

Terracotta Sculpture

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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Mesmerising work in Ladies style up with golf atire, Joan Clancy Gallery rock it and own it, on golf course THERE was a splendid turn out for the opening of Dungarvan In The Rain, a group show of new paintings by outstanding local artists in Joan Clancy Gallery, Mweelahorna, An Rinn overlooking Dungarvan Bay just down the road from Coláiste na Rinne (Ring College) last Wednesday night, June 12th. The exhibition gets its name from a poem written by poet laureate Sir John Betjeman, The Irish Unionist's Farewell to Greta Hellstrom, Dungarvan 1922 popularly known as Dungarvan in the Rain. This love poem is set in Grattan Square, Dungarvan, where “Gales along the Comeragh Mountains (are) beating sleet on creaking signs” as Betjeman bade farewell to Greta Hellstrom, a veiled reference to Emily Villiers-Stuart (nee Sears) with whom he was smitten. The exhibition was opened by Barbara Grubb a step grand-daughter of Emily Villiers-Stuart (nee Sears). In her address she read out some personal letters between JB anad Granny Emmy revealing their deep affection and close personal bond. Before declaring the exhibition open, she concluded with recitations of Dungarvan in the Rain and Ireland With Emily to a spellbound audience. Betjeman loved Ireland and frequented Dungarvan, Helvick, Stradbally and Dromana House in West Waterford. The work in the exhibition is inspired by the local

connection this poet had with the area, with new paintings made for the occasion by Andrea Jameson, Ciara Gormley, Ivan Daly, Blawnin Clancy, Sinead Ní Chionaola, Rayleen Clancy, John Cullinan, Eilis O’Toole and Katrina Tracuma. Dungarvan native Joan Clancy first came across Betjeman’s Dungarvan in the Rain in 1966 when she was studying in the National Library in Dublin. "I was blown away to discover Dungarvan mentioned by Betjeman!" she said. Dungarvan In The Rain continues in Joan Clancy Gallery daily 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. until June 22nd. It would be a shame to miss it. info@joanclancygallery.com 086-8134597

Julie Friedrichsen and her husband Kurt Ziegensuf from Los Angeles, at the opening. [Joan Clancy]

Exhibiting artists Sinead Ní Chionaola and Eilis O’Toole at the opening of Dungarvan In The Rain a group show commemorating the local connections to Poet Laureate Sir John Betjeman in Joan Clancy Gallery, Mweelahorna, An Rinn, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. [Joan Clancy]

An Rinn residents Brid Nielsen and Mary Tobin at the opening of Dungarvan In The Rain a group show commemorating the local connections to Poet Laureate Sir John Betjeman in Joan Clancy Gallery, Mweelahorna, An Rinn, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. [Joan Clancy]

CATHY McGrath, Image Consultant & Stylist stresses that gone are the days of goofy golf pants, tartan knickers (as in photograph) and socks on the course. This sport has been traditionally popular with men, but is currently getting equally popular with the woman. The designs of women's golf apparel are far much better nowadays than in the late ’70s. The clever use of colours and fabric makes women's golf wear more diverse. Sometimes looking good on the golf course is exactly what counts, because of this, a person gains self confidence and inside the general scheme of things, it somehow improves their golf performance. With more and more young players about the course, what matters most is great style. Many golf fashion companies are selling high end golf apparel. New designers are racing to attract the young golfers to their brands with sweaters, pastel polo shirts, feminine looking skorts, updated hats and stylish pants. Now may I add, up to current days the golf attire on golf courses for women was very unflattering and vintage style. There is no better way for a woman to show off her feminine side than to sport a golf skirt, or skort when she plays. It makes any woman look stylish, but you need to make sure you get the right fit, shape and wear the best pieces for your body type. Here are some pointers that assist in selecting the appropriate style for you, we are all one of four shapes: Rectangle/Athletic Shape: not too many curves, narrow hips and slim legs, you will look better in styles that have a little drape and extra fabric, pockets at the side and back pockets with flaps. All these additional details will give figure and some curves. Ruffles are your best friends, maybe in a form of a ruffles neck piece or a ruffled edge to top.You will also need to keep your skort or skirt slightly above knee to show off your slim legs. You can wear any bold print on polo or skirt/skort, not both.

There are seven colours that suit all skin tones: so opt for the following colour palette, when your club is choosing a colour theme. 1. Charcoal: Substitute for black (which is a NO NO so aging) this charcoal colour rather than other shades of grey, light grey can make skin tone look faded and darker

If you are an apple shape and have an undefined waist, perhaps a skirt/skort with no waist band and a top unfitted not finishing at waist is an option. Polo shirts with side slits are flattering, the goal is not to add bulk to your middle. Pear & Hourglass shapes: These body types are similar in the lower half. Smaller waist, wide hips, and thighs, a fuller bottom and curvy legs. To accommodate this, pick skort types that fit close to the waist and then drape out over the hips and bottom. A wrap skirt can really work well or any detail that draws attention to your waist. The difference between a pear and an hourglass is the upper body. If you are a pear, you can pull off a boat neck golf top, whereas an hourglass shape is better off with a v-neck top. In other words, golf designers need to pursue new shapes of clothes for women of all body shapes and golf clubs need to offer a variety of shapes and designs to members, and choose a colour that suits all colour tones: ladies lets be noticed at your next golf outing.

skin tone look ashy. 2. Emerald: skin doesn't look washed out, good on all skin tones, very suitable for polo shirts. 3. Fuchsia: This goes well on most skin colours, also goes well with neutral mix, white & beige. 4. Navy: Sleek & chic. 5. Teal: Mix of blue & green, like a distant cousin, invest in a teal golf dress for Summer with correct shape. 6. Purple: Not lavender, not lilac, not mauve, just purple, looks great on all skin tones. 7. Cobalt Blue: Try cobalt polo shirt with white pants or skirt/skort. Relaxing the dress code for lady golfers seems a good place to start and will attract a lot more to join, everyone needs to feel stylish and comfortable whether it is playing golf or going out for leisure,

By Cathy McGrath

after all some ladies may be on the golf course three times a week. I do believe in rules, jeans, sundresses, athletic pants are all considered improper, which is understandable whereas following the dress code but in a stylish way is the way to go. Ladies have no fear, it is possible to find clothes that are appropriate and comfortable for the golf course without looking further than your own closet. Life is short, make every outfit count. Ladies golf apparel needs to be distinctive, and very stylish, chic and elegant. Golf Clubs need to put extra special care and thought into the design of ladies golf apparel, it needs to be sophisticated, and professional looking, but at the same time reflecting a fashion statement too. • Women's skirts/skorts are a must, but knee length.They reflect athleticism in addition to sheer feminism. They provide comfort and still provide freedom in movement. They can be polka dot or patterned, A-line along with kick pleats, many varieties. • Golf Shoes: These are an essential part of the apparel. These shoes are one element that cannot be sacrificed on quality and price. these are an investment for safety and support. • Golf Dresses: The most popular could be the one falling from under the bust which hides the tummy. There are many A-line styles and polo dresses in a variety of colours. Another version is the a-line dress with no waist, perfectly chic and classy, suits all apple shapes. TK MAX is an excellent store to purchase diverse, affordable golf attire. • A Coloured sleeveless top over a short sleeved polo shirt. • Accessories: Every lady golfer enjoys stylish golf accessories, such as headbands, hats, sunglasses. Hit the style you know that suits you, not the one you think you should. Have AFTERNOON TEE on the green. • "HIT THE SHOT YOU KNOW YOU CAN HIT, NOT THE ONE YOU THINK YOU SHOULD," DR. BOB ROTELLA

SCHOOL NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

50th Anniversar y of St. Declan’s Community College

As the 50th Anniversary of the opening of St. Declans Community College, Kilmacthomas, approaches in September, this photo shows a landmark occasion in the schools growth. The photo was taken at the official opening of the first extension to the school in 1983 by the then Minister of Education Gemma Hussey. The photo also includes Donal Ó Faolain, the first Principal, Donal Kelleher CEO of VEC, Austin Deasy and senator Michael Queally. If anyone has any old photos or memorabilia the school would love to hear from them or any information can be uploaded to stdeclansat50@outlook.com

Prizewinners of the Easter Raffle.

Abbeyside Scoil Mhuire Parents’ Association AS we approach the end of the school year - Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside N.S’s Parents’ Association would like to say a huge thank you to our ever supportive sponsors – L&K Furniture, Meades Café, The Park Hotel, Toymaster, Café Bliss, Cass n Co,Venture, Perks Entertainment Centre, Clonea Hotel, O’Briens, Eurospar Abbeyside, Centra Abbeyside, SuperValu, Interlude, McDonalds, Eden Café and The Greenway Café. Our sponsors allow us to provide great opportunities and excitement for the children – as you can see in the recent Easter Raffle – and we hope everyone continues to support all our local businesses. We would also like to thank all the parents and volunteers who have helped at our events over the school year. We cannot run the events without the time and goodwill of our volunteers,

Volunteers at the Scoil Mhuire Communion Teas.

so thank you. Never was this more evident than at our recent communion teas – which gave the opportunity for all of our students taking holy communion to enjoy teas and biscuits

with their friends and family in the school halla. Thanks to everyone who came along to help and made the event so enjoyable for all in attendance. Finally – due to events

beyond our control our final Bag2school collection for this school year has had to be postponed. We will have another collection early in the new school

year – so please do hang onto any unwanted reusable clothes, shoes, hats, shoes, belts, soft toys, jewellery and bags (No bedding, towels or curtains please). As always - all funds raised go

directly back into funding activities for the students, with an additional 10% of the collection amount, on top of what is given to the school, to the Lauralynn Children’s Hospice.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Tinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Playschool Graduation Class 2019 Friars Walk Abbeyside, Dungarvan

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL, DUNGARVAN

St. Mary’s Sports For All Day! St. Mary's Primary School, Dungarvan held our annual Sports For All Day last Wednesday. Organised by Ms. Harty, the children get the opportunity to participate in various sporting activities, including targets, playground games, parachute fun, dance, novelty races and of course the much loved obstacle

courses. The teachers tug of war which concluded the day showcased just how competitive some of our staff really are!! Great for fun all! Huge thanks to Ms. Harty and to all the teachers who helped set up on the day.

Ms. Healy’s Junior Infants enjoying Sports For All Day in St. Mary's.

Ms. Quinn's and Ms. Foley's classes on their cycle to Clonea on the Greenway last week to mark Bike Week. The enjoyed a picnic and some fun on the beach.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

SCHOOLS

G a r ra n b a n e N a t i o n a l S c h o o l

5th class school tour in Dunmore East.

3rd 4th 5th enjoying STEAM in Dungarvan recently. Thanks to eveyone involved on the greenway, school tour and STEAM.

5th class enjoying their informative trip on the Greenway.

St. M a r y â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Primar y Sc h o o l , D u n g a r va n 6th Class pupils enjoying some of their fishing trips recently

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Green School Committee Members 2018/2019 proudly displaying the schools 5th Flag for Biodiversity which was presented to the school at a ceremony in Kilkenny recently. European Union Flag being raised by school caretaker Mary Flynn.

Active Schools Committee 2018/2019.

Raising of Green Flag by members of the Green Schools Committee members.

Girls School Team proudly displaying their silverware which they won recently at the Western Final.

Boys School Team who proudly displaying the medals they received in the Western Final recently.

Raising of Active Flag by Mr. James Casey, Deputy Principal.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

SCHOOLS

Cappoquin Primary School – Secretary of the Parents’ Committee Phaedra Begley presenting the proceeds from the school’s Annual sponsored Walk to School Principal Bríd Duggan.

Cappoquin Primary School – Deputy Principal, James Casey and Tony O’Donnell, Chairperson of the Parents’ Committee, Cappoquin Primary School, being presented with a new set of jerseys kindly sponsored by William Scanlan. Included in photograph are members of the Scanlan family.

Pupils from Kilbrien National School who had a lovely evening at the Opera performance of Don Pasquale at the Blackwater Valley Opera Festival in Lismore Castle. They also got the chance to see some of the lovely sights of Lismore.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

St. J ose p h’s Primar y Sc h o o l

St. Joseph’s Primary School, Dungarvan – Our 4th Class boys went on their annual school tour to the Kilkenny Activity Centre. The boys had a great day and played bubble soccer, splat ball and went on a challenging mud obstacle course. Big thanks to Ms. Coward, Ms. Enright, Ms. Dunne and Ms. Foley.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Just think of it! IT might be a good idea to remind ourselves of the purpose of the Sacraments and also of their importance. We can become very casual about receiving the Sacraments: we can see that the first reception of the Eucharist, and Confirmation, are both in great danger of being smothered by the social celebrations with which they have come to be surrounded. There are several Sacraments in the Catholic Church and each of them has its own distinctive purpose. I wouldn’t attempt to deal with all seven of them in one short article. But the almost complete disappearance of Penance from the life of most parishes is very puzzling and very perturbing. Can there be a real contention between the abandonment of Confessional and the increased incidence of crime and violence in Irish society? A sincere Confession demands an honest look into one’s own code of values and patterns of behaviour. To abandon such a practice can result in serious deterioration in one’s behaviour. The Sacrament of Extreme Unction, the anointing of a sick person, can be the occasion of a person’s experiencing a wonderful intervention by God at a time of real personal need in one’s life. This Sacrament is not a sign of impending death, a sign that there’s no hope of recovery or even survival. It is really a sign of God’s help in coping with the anxieties and uncertainties that accompany serious illness. God wants to walk with us on our journey through life. To appreciate the Sacraments is to open our heart to the support that God offers us on the way. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

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St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ: Genesis 14:18-20 He brought bread and wine. 1 Corinthians 11: 23 - 26 - Every time you eat this bread and drink this cup, you are proclaiming the Lord’s Death. Luke 9 : 11 – 17 - They all ate as much as they wanted. The Sacred Heart Novena 2019: This Novena takes places from Thursday 20th – Friday, 28th June, 2019. Copies of the Novena leaflet are available in the church and in the porches. The following Novena Prayer is prayed each day during the novena. The Sacred Heart Novena Prayer: Lord Jesus, you have said, ‘Ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and it shall be opened unto you’. I come to you in faith and trust, in love and hope. Let me know your closeness to me, and your care of me and for all who are dear to me. My intention for this Novena is dear to me and I know that what is important to me is important to you. Hear my prayer (mention your intention)…… grant what I ask, and may I always trust that in all that happens in life, you will be close to me as my friend, guide and saviour. And so, Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you. Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help: This Novena continues on Mondays at 7.30 p.m. until Monday, June 24th next. No 9.30 a.m. Mass on Mondays during the Novena. Annual Peter’s Pence Collection: The annual Peter’s Pence collection for the Pope and the Various Needs of the Diocese will be taken up as a second collection after Holy Communion at all Masses next weekend, June 22nd/23rd. For people using the weekly envelopes, please use the yellow and white envelope for the Pope and Diocesan Purposes from your box of envelopes. The Joy of Faith Camp: This Camp takes place this year from July 1st - 4th next in the Fusion Centre, Dungarvan from 10.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m. on those days. It is open to boys and girls from 5-14. Leaflets with information and an application form are available in the porches. Local Launch of Diocesan Pastoral Plan: The local launch of ‘Go Make Disciples’ 2019 – 2024 took place in the Park Hotel on Tuesday, 18th June at 7.30 p.m. Copies of the plan and of a summary version of the plan are available at St. Mary’s Parish Church. The plan maps out our response to the pastoral needs of the diocese. A response which will mean many changes for all of us. We know that we cannot continue as we are. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 058-42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 058-42374, Fr. Harris 058-42384, Fr. Cooney 058-41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087-7747870.

NEWS/OBITUARY JOSEPHINE MORRISSON Moore Hill, Tallow Died: 23rd May, 2019

HELENA (Lena) JEFFRIES (nee Kelleher) “Aneleh,” Tivoli Terrace, Cappoquin, and formerly of Cork City

It is with sadness and regret we record the passing of Josephine Morrisson, Moore Hill, Tallow, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred unexpectedly at the Bons Secours Hospital, Cork, on 23rd May, 2019. Josephine was born in Janeville, Tallow, to John Mills and Elizabeth (Daisie) (nee Prendergast) and was one of three children. She lived in Janeville, in her early years and attended Tallow National School. She was raised in the in-between generation, born in the years immediately after the Civil War and before the outbreak of World War Two, what they call the “silent generation”. A generation with one foot firmly planted in the 20th Century and the other placed unsteadily in the Twenty-first Century. A generation which probably saw more change than any other generation in history. Like many others of her generation, Josephine emigrated to England in the early fifties and worked for a number of years, returning to work at home farming. Josephine married John on 2nd July, 1957, and lived for a while in Kilwatermoy, before settling in Moorehill with their two children Lesley and John. Josephine was regarded by all who knew her as very sociable and was a jovial and witty woman and her company was enjoyed by all who knew her. Josephine had many interests but her first love was gardening and nature and her beloved animals. Reposing on Sunday evening, Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., recited Funeral Prayers in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends before removal took place to the Holy Cross Church, Kilwatermoy. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., and was concelebrated by Rev. Fr. B. O’Donovan, P.P., and Rev. Fr. G. McNamara. Readings were recited by Irene O’Keeffe (niece) and Peter Feeney (grandson) and the Psalm was sung by grandchildren Aine and Fiona Feeney accompanied by Andree Cunningham. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by grand-daughter Fiona Feeney and grandnieces Sarah O’Keeffe and Caroline Price. Symbols representing her life were presented to the altar by grandchildren Oisin Morrisson (garden implement) and Sean Morrisson (plants). The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by her niece Ann Power and her brother Batty Mills. Throughout the Mass soloist Andrea Cunningham and organist Mary Pedder-Daly provided a beautiful selection of music and hymns. Following Communion son John spoke on behalf of the family thanking the community for their support and kindness throughout this difficult time. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in Tallow Cemetery. Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Josephine was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Josephine was predeceased by her husband John and her sister Moira. May she Rest In Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving son John; daughter Lesley Feeney; brother Batty Mills and his wife Marie; daughter-in-law Deirdre; son-in-law Michael Feeney; sister-in-law Philomena (Babs) Keane; grandchildren Peter, Fiona and Aine Feeney, Cian, Seán and Oisín Morrisson; grand-nephews, grand-nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will take place on Saturday, June 22nd, at 6:30 p.m. in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tallow.

It is with profound and deep regret that we record the passing of Helena (Lena) Jeffries (nee Kelleher), “Aneleh,” Tivoli Terrace, Cappoquin, and formerly of Cork City, which sad event occurred peacefully in the tender and loving care of the staff at the Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin, on 28th May, 2019. Lena was born on the 11th February, 1926, to James and Frances Kelleher, she was the eldest of 11 children, brothers Bill, Bertie and Barry and the late John, Jimmy, and Michael and sisters Margie, Frances, Hilda and late sister May. As the eldest Lena often helped mind her younger siblings bringing them on the train from Cork to Youghal to spend the day at the beach. Lena throughout her whole life loved going to the beach. Lena met her husband Sean at the Farmers’ Union in Cork, where they both worked. She would tell stories of going to the dances in the Arcadia with Sean. They married and had three children in Cork, Lena and Sean then moved in the late 1950s to Cappoquin where Sean took up a managerial position with the Cappoquin Bacon Factory. They went on to have three more children although it took Lena a while to settle in Cappoquin, after coming from a city, it became her home and the place where she lived and reared her family. Lena was a stay at home mother of the time and always kept herself busy. She loved her family and was an avid baker where there was a home-made dessert every day after dinner. Any visitors, of which there were many, would get to taste her wonderful baking. Lena was a member of the local ICA where she would go on annual trips to “An Griannan.” She liked going to the cinema, playing bingo and having weekly Saturday trips back to Cork with Sean bringing the children to visit both sets of grandparents. When Lena’s family were reared she took up work as shop assistant in the Bacon Factory. Sadly, Lena was widowed at the age of 52 with Sean’s sudden death in 1978, she always said she was lucky to have the job to keep her going. After Sean’s death Lena took to travelling visiting her brother Barry in New Jersey, USA, and her daughters Joan and Ena in Canada. Lena joined the Widow’s Association and was Treasurer for several years. Some of Lena’s hobbies were knitting reading, gardening, she also liked to play bingo and travelled to various locations.When Lena got bored at bingo, she would mark her book upside down. In her 70s Lena got tired of the bingo and learned to play 45 and took up the card playing. She also was a DIY lady, she wallpapered, painted, built concrete paths in the garden, although small in stature, no job was too big for Lena. In Lena’s later life she attended the Day Care Centre and various classes, Lena loved to chat and would always call to her neighbours and welcome new neighbours with her home baking or cooking. Lena loved a dance and a sing-along and was known for her party piece singing “The Banks Of My Own Lovely Lee.” Lena was generous in spirit and was a friend to all. She will be sadly missed by her family son John; daughters Marteen, Joan, Christeen, Jeradine, Helena (Ena); grandchildren and great grandchildren, brothers and sisters, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass for Lena will be offered on Saturday, 29th June, at 7.30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Church, Cappoquin.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

Staff from Sesame Early Intervention Preschool and GSK at Walton Park, Dungarvan after completing the GSK Fundraising Challenge in aid of the Sesame Early Intervention Preschool, a 5km Family Walk along the Greenway from Ballinroad to Walton Park. [David Clynch]

62 JOE CONWAY Snr. Mary Street, Dungarvan, and formerly of Cappoquin The passing of Joe Conway on Saturday, 4th May, 2019, peacefully, in the tender care of staff at Vincent's Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, evoked feelings of deep sorrow and regret in the West Waterford area and beyond. Joe is deeply mourned and sadly missed by his loving wife of over sixty-eight years Birdie (nee Scanlan); family Tom, Joseph, Frances and Mary; daughters-in-law Breda and Noelle; son-in-law Chris; grandchildren Peter, Susan, Ciara, Doireann, Mary Ann, Joe Óg, Ruairí, Michael and Alana; great-grandchildren Kate, Tommy, Aeva May, Austin, Tadhg, Alex and Sophie; sister-in-law Eileen Meskill; nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. We extend to all our sincere sympathy on Joe’s passing. Joe is predeceased by his parents, brothers Jim, Tom, Billy and Michael, infant sister Eleanor. As Joe’s son Joe related in his words of tribute at the Requiem Mass, Joseph Mary Vincent Conway was born in Cappoquin on the 2nd February, 1927, to his parents Joseph Vincent and Mary Conway (nee O’Shea). He would often recall memories of his childhood and had many stories to tell of his life with his brothers and baby sister. He often told his family that Cappoquin was the best place in the world to grow up; a keen sportsman he tried his hand at everything Cappoquin had to offer; athletics, hurling, football, shooting, badminton and rowing. He often recounted victories and losses with great pride and exemplary detail. Indeed, his love for his native place endured his whole life long – Cappoquin was the foundation and cornerstone to how he lived his life. In his youth, he met the love of his life Birdie Scanlan who hailed from nearby Curraghroche, they were friends for over seventy years and married for sixty-eight years.They shared everything in a strong and loving marriage, he loved his four children Tom, Joe, Frances and Mary, his daughters-in-law, his son-in-law, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He had an individual and special relationship with each of them, showing a great interest in their lives and was so proud of their achievements. Joe left school in his early teens and within one day was in gainful employment of his own arranging. He subsequently served his time in the Co-op in Cappoquin and then worked in Youghal, Dungarvan and at Clover Meats in Waterford City. Together with Birdie and his young sons he emigrated to Canada in the 1950s where he worked on the family farm and in Safeways; here was a man who was willing to adapt and always open to learning and eager to try something new. Joe and family crossed the Atlantic in 1959 returning home in to set up his Butcher shop and family home in Mary Street, remaining there for the next sixty years. Mary Street was an integral part of the Conway family life who will be forever indebted to the people and the spirit of community. Joe had so many varied interests; he was one of the original trustees of Cappoquin GAA Field, served as the Treasurer of the Waterford County GAA Board in the 1950s and donated the Conway Senior Football Cup in memory of his uncle Jim who was a stalwart footballer with the Brickey Rangers. During the Emergency in the 1940s when the threat of invasion loomed large over the fledgling Irish State, Joe served in the LDF (Local Defence Forces) and won the prestigious Irish Press Shield for marksmanship. He also was an expert collector of Irish coins. Joe’s tech hobby commenced at aged seventy when he bought himself a computer and had the internet before most. His used this new interest to connect with family all over the world and only a number of weeks ago was texting his great grand-daughter for step by step instructions about how to use his new iPhone which he had received for his 92nd birthday. Since the age of nine, greyhounds were part of Joe’s life, beginning a true, lifelong passion which lasted over eight decades and which he shared with his many friends and built enduring friendships. His children soon developed a great sense of Irish geography as long as there was a dog track close by! The family travelled the roads of Ireland from dog track to dog track and if it was a successful night’s racing cream buns were guaranteed on the way home to Mary Street! In more recent times, Joe was able to combine his abilities with technology with his love of greyhound racing as he inputted data on wins and breeds of dogs into his computer, always learning, always determined to keep going. Having not enjoyed the best of health recently, Joe passed away peacefully on the night of Saturday, 4th May. A man of integrity, a determined, kind and nice man to whom his beloved family and community meant everything. Joe’s life will be an inspiration, his memory will be a shining light into the future.

OBITUARY Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. Joe lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday evening, 5th May, to where huge numbers of people came to pay their respects and console his bereaved family. The Rosary was led in remembrance of Joe by David Kiely (neighbour from Mary Street). Removal took place on Monday morning, 6th May, to St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan. En route the cortege paused in remembrance at Mary St. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Joe’s well lived life was celebrated by Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A., assisted by Fr. John Harris, C.C. Also, in attendance was Fr. Tony Egan, O.S.A. At the beginning of Mass, the funeral pall was placed on Joe’s coffin by his grand-daughters Doireann, Mary Ann and Ciara Conway and Susan O’Mahoney. The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the huge congregation by his great grand-daughters Aeva May and Kate. The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Ciara, Doireann, Ruairí and Mary Ann (grandchildren), Alex and Tadhg (great-grandsons). The offertory gifts of Bread and Wine were presented by Noelle (daughter-in-law) and Marie (family friend). Throughout the Mass beautiful and uplifting hymns were sung and played beautifully by The Friary Choir. After Communion moving and heartfelt words of tribute of remembrance and acknowledgement were delivered by Joe (son). Afterwards Joe was shouldered from St. Mary’s to his place of rest in the adjoining cemetery by Tom and Joe (sons); Mary (daughter); Mary Ann (grand-daughter); Peter and Ruairí (grandsons). Fr. Cooney, O.S.A., led the Rite of Committal in the presence of a large concourse of mourners who had come to bid farewell to a greatly respected and much esteemed member of the community. May Joe Rest In Peace. Month’s Mind Mass for Joe Conway Snr. will be offered at 10.00 a.m. on Sunday, 23rd June, in Dungarvan Community Hospital Chapel (subject to the hospital being open to members of the public). (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JOANNA (Joanie) QUIRKE Ballyheaphy, Araglen It’s with sincere sadness and deep regret that we record the passing of Johanna (Joanie) Quirke which sad event occurred peacefully in the presence of her loving family on Sunday, 9th June, 2019, at University Hospital Waterford. Loving wife of her late husband Michael, Joanie’s passing will be deeply regretted by, not only her loving family, but also by the wider community, neighbours and friends. Joanie lay in repose at her residence in Ballyheaphy on Monday and Tuesday with Family Rosary recited on Monday night. On Wednesday morning, after funeral prayers recited by Helena Moroney of the Ballyduff Parish Prayer Group, removal took place to St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff, where her remains were blessed and received by Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on arrival by Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. At the beginning of Mass, gifts that were part of Joanie’s every day life were brought to the altar. Her nephew Tom Heaphy (a family photograph), her grandnephew Shane Heaphy (tea bags), her great granddaughter Ciara O’Flynn (a sod of turf), her grandsons Aaron O’Connor and Mikey Daly (magazines and a bottle of Sherry), with her grandson Darren O’Toole giving a brief description on the significance of each. The readings were read by her God-daughters Bridie Murphy and Margaret Shanahan. The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by her grandchildren Danielle O’Toole, Brian Quirke, James Daly, Joanne O’Flynn and Shane O’Connor. The Offertory Gifts of the bread and wine were brought to the altar by her daughters Catherine O’Connor and Eileen Daly. After Communion the eulogy was delivered by her nephew Mossy Fitzgibbon and grand-daughter Emma Daly, thanking people for all their help and recalling wonderful memories of Joanie throughout her life, while appropriate music and hymns were provided by Dina Walsh. After Mass the cortege proceeded to St. Michael’s Cemetery, Ballyduff, where after final prayers recited by Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., Joanie was laid to rest with her late husband Michael. After prayers her grand-daughter Emma Daly, accompanied by her grandnephew Shane Heaphy on accordion, sang “An Irish Country Home” – a song she learned from Joanie – in memory of a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, Godmother, neighbour and friend, to many who may have departed this life but whose memory will live forever. May she Rest In Peace. To her loving family Kathleen, Ann, Gareth, Pat and Eileen; sister Biddy Daly; sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s Funeral Directors, Lismore).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

THOMAS (Tom) BEECHER Knocknamuck, Glencairn, and Lios an Óir, Lismore, Co, Waterford It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Thomas (Tom) Beecher, Knocknamuck, Glencairn, and Lios an Óir, Lismore, Co. Waterford, loving husband of the late Phil (nee Kirby), brother of the late Peg Fuller, which sad event occurred peacefully on 11th June, 2019, peacefully, in the presence of his loving daughters. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Thursday evening where funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends, followed by removal to the Church of Immaculate Conception, Tallow. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday morning by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by Sally Fuller (niece-in-law) and Bridget Fuller-Buckley (niece). Prayers of the Faithful were read by Sorcha Fuller (grandniece), Geraldine Barry (niece), Niamh Morrissey (grand-daughter) and sons-in-law Paul Whelan, Garry Morrissey and Brian Leahy. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by soloists Becky and Ellen McCloskey and organist Donal Kennifick. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by grandsons Conor, Jack and Sean. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers, where Tom was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he Rest In Peace. We extend of deepest sympathy to his loving daughters Bernadette Morrissey, Bridget Whelan and Linda Beecher; sons-in-law Garry Morrissey, Paul Whelan and Brian Leahy; grandchildren Conor, Jack, Sean, Niamh and Aoibhe; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

MARY WHELAN (nee Gregory) Ballydecane, Glencairn, Lismore, and formerly of Mill Hill, London It is with sorrow and regret we record the passing of Mary Whelan (nee Gregory), Ballydecane, Glencairn, Lismore, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Mill Hill, London, loving mother of the late Michael, which sad event occurred peacefully in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at Conna Nursing Home on 10th June, 2019. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Tuesday evening where Rosary and funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of her loving family. Reposing on Wednesday evening, Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., recited funeral prayers, in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends, before removal took place to the Church of Immaculate Conception,Tallow. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday morning by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, PP. Readings during the Mass were recited by son David and Donal Ryan. Marie McCarthy provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Prayers of the Faithful were read by son David. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by son-in-law Jason and daughter-in-law Áine. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers, where Mary was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she Rest In Peace. We extend of deepest sympathy to her loving husband David; son David; daughter Marianne and her partner Jason; daughter-in-law Aíne; grand-daughters Sarah and Laura; sister-in-law Mary Higgins; relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

PETER WARD Windgap, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Feelings of deep sorrow and regret were evoked with the passing of Peter Ward,Windgap, Dungarvan, in the loving care of management staff at CareChoice, Dungarvan, on Friday, 14th June, 2019. Reposing at Drohan's Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday, 16th June, in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. M.Guiry, P.P., on Monday, 17th June, in St. Declan's Church, Ardmore, followed by burial afterwards in St. Declan's Round Tower Cemetery, Ardmore. To his loving wife Mary; daughters Deborah, Catherine, Oona and Sarah; grandchildren Julie, Peter, Roxanne, Nikki, Luc, Séan, Ciarán, Conor, Emma and Clodagh; sisters Nora and Mena; brother Charlie; sons-in-law, relatives and friends, we express our deepest sympathy. May he Rest In Peace. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

BRIDGET PHILOMENA (Phyllis) GIBSON (née Browne) Mountain View House, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan We learned with feelings of sincere sorrow and deep regret of the passing of Bridget Philomena (Phyllis) Gibson (née Browne), Mountain View House, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 7th May, 2019, aged 88 years, at University Hospital Waterford. Phyllis was born in Mitchell Street, Dungarvan, and lived in England all her married life, spending many long Summers in her second home in Ballyguiry. She had a kind and generous heart and cared deeply for all her family and friends. She had the gift to make everyone who knew her feel special. She was a wonderful example to her family, uncompromising in her love for them all, her husband, four daughters and her 9 grandchildren. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Wednesday evening, 8th May, the Rosary was recited by Nuns of the Mercy Convent. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Thursday, 9th May, where Funeral Prayers were recited by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A., in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. Removal took place later on Thursday evening to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, where her remains were received and blessed by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Friday morning, 10th May, by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A., assisted by Fr. R. Liddane, A.P.The Readings were recited by Sarah Northey, Ann Williams and Tim Williams and the Prayers of the Faithful were read by Maddie, Alice and Rosie Berryman,Tom and William Northey. Alice and Rosie Berryman and Hannah Williams performed the Offertory Procession, while a beautiful selection of music and hymns was provided by Dina Walsh throughout the Mass, including ‘Queen of the May,’ ‘On Eagle’s Wings,’ ‘Gifts of Bread and Wine,’ ‘Panis Angelicus,’ ‘Dungarvan My Hometown’ and ‘Taize.’ Phyllis’ coffin was carried to her final place of rest by her sons-inlaw, Dave, John and Scott and her grandsons Thomas,William and Tim. Red roses were scattered on her coffin at the graveside to bid her farewell. Following graveside prayers by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A. , assisted by Fr. R. Liddane, A.P., Phyllis was laid to rest alongside her mother Bridie Browne and her sister Alicia. We extend our deepest sympathy to husband Dennis; daughters Sarah, Clare, Ann and Jane; brother Frank Browne; sister-in-law Breed; sons-in-law Dave, John and Scott; grandchildren Thomas, Joanne and William Northey; Hannah,Tim and Jodie Williams; Maddie, Alice and Rosie Berryman; nieces Marita, Ursula, Dervla and Niamh and to her many relatives and friends. May she Rest In Peace. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

KATHLEEN (Kitty) KEANE Ballyvoile, Stradbally, Co. Waterford We learned with feelings of sincere sorrow and deep regret of the passing of Kathleen (Kitty) Keane, Ballyvoile, Stradbally, Co.Waterford, which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 15th May, 2019. Kitty had a full life and lived to be 100 years old. She passed away peacefully at her home. Many thanks to the Carers, family and friends whose help and support allowed her to stay in her own home to the end. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Monday evening, 20th May, where mourners came to express their sympathy, the Rosary was recited by Fr. J. Condon, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Following Funeral Mass on Tuesday morning, which was celebrated in The Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, by Fr. J. Condon, assisted by Fr. M. Enright, P.E., for the happy repose of her gentle soul, Kitty was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. May we extend our deepest sympathy to the McGrath and Keane families and to her extended relatives, neighbours and friends who mourn her passing. May she Rest In Peace. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on this Saturday, 22nd June, at 4:00 p.m. in The Holy Cross Church, Stradbally. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

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OBITUARY DANNY MOORE An Sean Bhaile, Ballinamuck, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford The local community learned with feelings of deep sorrow and regret of the passing of Danny Moore, Ballinamuck, Dungarvan, which sad event occurred on Sunday, 26th May, 2019. Danny was born on 23rd January, 1956. He was the seventh child of eleven children born to the late Phyllis and Jimmy Moore. He grew up in Ballinamuck and was educated in the Christian Brothers School in Dungarvan. Having served his time as a Carpenter at Waterford Joinery he went on to become a self-employed Carpenter. He met his wife Kathleen Walsh at the Marquee at Lismore Festival in 1975 and they married the following year.They went on to have five daughters and seven grandchildren. Unfortunately, he was forced to take early retirement in 2005 due to ill health. In 2009 he moved back to his home place of Ballinamuck where his hobby of wood turning became his great passion. In recent years he very much enjoyed his time spent at home with his grandchildren and catching up with ‘the boys’ for a coffee or a pint in town. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Tuesday evening, 28th May, where Rosary was recited by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. A large number of people came to pay their respects, which was a fitting testament to the respect and esteem in which he was held. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Danny’s life, was celebrated by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A., assisted by Canon W. Ryan, P.P., on Wednesday, 29th May, at 11:00 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. At the beginning of Mass, symbols representing his life were presented to the altar by his nephews Colin Moore and James Cooney, niece Orna O’Brien, sister-in-law Nora Walsh and Godson Darren Cooney.The significance of these were narrated by his God-daughter Doireann O’Brien. The Readings during the Mass were recited by brothers Pat and Tony Moore. Prayers of the Faithful were read by his nieces and nephews, Dwaine Moore, Blathnaid Foley, Edwina Cooney and Jimmy Moore. The Offertory Gifts were brought to the altar by sisters-inlaw Lynda Devennie and Muriel Cullen, while the Communion Reflection was delivered by niece Brigitta Hughes. Throughout the Mass, a beautiful selection of music and hymns were provided by Dina Walsh. To finish a lovely poem was shared by his sister Ursula Tickle. Following Requiem Mass, the funeral proceeded for Cremation Service to The Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork. Predeceased by his daughter Rebecca; sister Mary and brother John; we express our deepest sympathies to his loving wife Kathleen; daughters Janice, Donna, Danielle and Muriel; brothers Pat, Jim, Kevin, Tony and Dermot; sisters Norah, Fidelma and Ursula; Aunty Phyllis and Christy; sons-in-law Mark Barry, Padraic Scanlan and Richard Mahony; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, grandchildren Claudia, Andraya, Sienna, Clodagh, Paddy, Robbie and Elbhí; nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Danny’s family would like to thank most sincerely the Doctors and staff at Shandon Clinic; Ray and the staff at Kelly’s Pharmacy, Dungarvan; the Doctors and Nurses at the Mater Hospital, Harold’s Cross, and St.Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin; Fr. M. Cooney;Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, and all those who helped out with traffic management on the day. Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam dílis. Month’s Mind Mass for Danny will be offered at 12:00 noon in St. Mary’s Parish Church on Sunday, 23rd June. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

CONNIE McGRATH Carrigeen, Cappoquin, and Dungarvan, Co. Waterford It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Connie McGrath, Carrigeen, Cappoquin, and Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, partner of the late Breda, brother of the late Paddy and James, which sad event occurred peacefully in the tender and loving care of the staff at Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, on 15th June, 2019. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Monday evening, where family and relatives, neighbours and friends gathered to share their memories of Connie, followed by funeral prayers recited by Rev. Fr. Pat Gear, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning in St. John The Baptist Church, Affane. Cremation Service took place privately. May he Rest In Peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving brothers John, Liam and Rody; the extended McGrath, Hackett and Warren families; relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

63 MICHAEL WALSH Briskey Lower, Mahon Bridge, Kilmacthomas 1953–2019 Michael (Mikey) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 28th May, 2019, after an arduous illness. He was surrounded by his family, wife Rose, daughters Lisa, Donna and Margaret and his extended family. He is sadly mourned also by his grandchildren Nicole and Niamh and by Luke and Shane. He bore his illness with great positivity and never tolerated a negative thought or statement. His last acts were with a positive outlook, voting for his friend Liam in the local elections, giving instructions for planting his favourite peony roses and dealing with the garden pests which might harm his beautifully kept gardens. Michael was born in 1953 to John Walsh, Mahon Bridge and Julia Foley, Coumshingaun. He was the middle child in a family of nine, four older, Síle, Joan, Paddy and Eileen and four younger, Mary, Rosari, John and Ger. On leaving Kilrossanty N.S. he attended the Tech in Dungarvan and from there went on a Scholarship to Rockwell College and thus began an odyssey that took him to hotels and restaurants all over Munster. He spent many of those early years in Killarney at the International and Aghado Heights Hotels. Sometime in the early eighties his travels found him at the Island Gate Restaurant this side of Cork city and there he met Rose O’Kelly. For the past 34 years or so since Rose and himself set up home, first in Grawn and then in Briskey, it was all about Rose and his girls. Michael and Rose made a great team and their house was one of celebration and laughter.They liked nothing better than to entertain and you could be sure the food was top class and generous! Make no mistake about it, Mikey was a brilliant Chef – you name it, he could prepare it, the fancy gourmet stuff, the down to earth meat and two veg – ask anyone. Christenings, birthdays, parties, occasions of all sorts involving all our families and friends, Mikey was at the centre of it all. Mushroom Vol-au-vents, Chicken a la king, Beef Stroganoff, were particular favourites along with delicious desserts.When Crubeens and Colcannon at Crotty’s were needed – Mikey was your man. He worked at many establishments in Dungarvan, notably “Minnies” and latterly “The Strand Hotel” and “The Gold Coast”. Many tales are told by his work colleagues of the craic in Mikey’s kitchens. Always ready to help family and neighbours whether it be farming tasks, gardening or household repairs, he appeared on the scene with the words, “I’ll give you a hand with that!” Michael lay in repose in Drohan’s Funeral Parlour, Dungarvan, on Thursday evening and was removed to his home that night. On Friday morning he was brought to Kilrossanty Church where Mass was celebrated at 12.00 noon for the repose of his soul. Rev. Fr. John Delaney, P.P., celebrated the Mass, assisted by Fr. George Murphy, P.P., from Cork; Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A., and Fr. Michael Collender, O.S.A. Fr. Delaney gave an uplifting homily which was a consolation for the mourning family. Before Mass began Lisa narrated the significance of symbolic gifts brought to the altar by Margaret, Donna and Nicole. Liturgy of the Word was read by Síle and Mary and Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Aidan Walsh, Mary Walsh, Sarah O’Sullivan and Kelly O’Sullivan. The bread and wine were carried in the offertory procession by Róisín Keating and John Kiely. Sacred music was rendered throughout by Richie Nugent and Ciarán Morrissey. As Mass concluded, Ger gave a wonderful eulogy for Mikey which was appreciated by the large congregation. Michael’s wife Rose and daughters Lisa, Donna and Margaret wish to thank Fr. John Delaney, P.P.; Dr. Seán McElduff and Jenny Kirwan and staff for their care and attention during his illness.Thanks also to all those who sympathised with the family by attending the ceremonies, visiting and sending letters and cards.Thanks also to all the kind neighbours who assisted with traffic control, parking and helping in any way over the days of the funeral. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in St. Brigid’s Church, Kilrossanty, on Friday, 28th June, at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MARGARET COSTIN (nee O'Grady) Mweelnahorna, Ring Feelings of deep sadness and regret were evoked with the passing on Monday, 10th June, of Margaret Costin, peacefully, in the tender care of staff at St. Enda's Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Billy, we extend our deepest sympathy to Margaret’s loving son Colin; daughter-in-law Trudi; grandson Seán; grand-daughter Shannon; sisters Bernie and Theresa; brother Danny; extended family in Ireland, UK and Australia. Margaret lay in repose at Dungarvan Community Hospital Chapel on Wednesday evening, 12th June. In the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours, friends, members of the staff of Dungarvan Community Hospital, the Rosary and Prayers were led by Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Margaret’s life was celebrated by Fr. Kelly, P.P., on Thursday, 13th June, in St. Nicholas' Church, Ring. Afterwards Margaret was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

64 ANTHONY DALTON Falcarragh, Co. Donegal, and formerly of Caseyville, Dungarvan As news filtered through late on Thursday, 6th June, of the passing of Anthony Dalton, formerly of Caseyville, Dungarvan, and Falcarragh, Co. Donegal, a deep sense on sorrow was cast, not only over his family and many friends, but over the wider Dungarvan Community. Born and reared in the ‘Street of Champions,’’ Anthony, or Dinny as many of us knew him as, spent his youthful years the centre of all entertainment in the streets around Caseyville, hurling and football were played out in the streets. Dinny had a unique swing of a hurley which many a time set a sliothar to the roof of many misfortunate goalkeepers’ nets. Dinny in later years himself became a net minder and played with distinction between the posts for both Dungarvan and Eire Óg, he was never shy about regaling stories of his many saves – perhaps not so much about the ones he didn’t! Over the past week many memories have been shared of Dinny and I’m grateful that many of his close childhood friends took the time to talk through these especially Pat Moore and Tony Ryan – many memories were shared from the Seventies when groups would gather in Sheridan’s Field in Shandon (where Byrneville sits today) sitting on the grass chatting and singing or engaged in fiercesome hurling with the Éire Óg friends Gander, Shackenín, Peanuts, Cnook, Fitzie,Tommo, Alfie, Locky,Twig, Dixie, Foggy – just some of group of friends who frequented that theatre of dreams in the shadow of Gallows Hill. Dinny entered employment in the Central Dairies, before moving to Dickens Leather Factory on the Quay, as well as being Waterford Council employee, he spent a portion of time across the water, principally in the midlands (Birmingham, Coventry area), where he worked in construction, spending a number of years on a major tunnelling project. During his time in the UK, he became an avid fan of Aston Villa FC and was a fixture at their home games for many years. Many will also remember Dinny’s goalkeeping master classes on display in the local Pub Leagues at the famed Dog Leaf Park. Dinny was a member of the Waterford County Council Fire Service for many years following in his late father’s Kevin’s footsteps, a role he was very dedicated to and committed wholeheartedly to the endeavour of aiding others in distress. Many will remember him pedalling his bike at full speed to the old Fire Station when the alarm called. Dinny was part of that generation of characters in the town who revelled in quick wit, exaggerated storytelling and, of course, the unadulterated promotion of his own sporting prowess. Dinny lay in repose in Kiely’s Funeral Home on Sunday, 9th June, and the steady stream of those who visited to pay their respects bore testament to the esteem in which he was still held in within the local community. It was only fitting that his coffin was draped in the colours of the Dungarvan GAA Club which his former neighbour – Caseyville and Dungarvan stalwart – Rita Brennan assisted in placing on the coffin, no doubt that quick wit of Dinny’s would have shone through as his nephews engrained in both the Kilgobinet and Abbeyside clubs shouldered him on his final journey draped in the Old Boro colours. Dinny’s final journey home took place on Monday 10th as the cortege made its way to St. Mary’s Parish Church it paused at the bottom of Caseyville and many from the “street of champions’’ stood to pay their final respects to an old friend and neighbour. Members of the local Fire Service turned out and formed a guard of honour at St. Mary’s to their former comrade, a tribute very much appreciated by the extended family. Prior to the Requiem Mass a number of items marking Dinny’s life were brought by his family to the altar, his niece Caroline MansfieldCasey read insightful and humorous pieces to explain the significance of each offering – a Dungarvan goalkeeper’s jersey to mark his enjoyment and love of representing his local club, a Fireman’s helmet to remember his years of service to helping those in most urgent need, a set of darts to represent his skill on the arrows and finally a “large bottle’’ to remember Dinny’s love of socialising and how he was happy and fitted in to every and all company. This ease amongst people was evident throughout Dinny’s life and many will, of course, remember meeting him in the Square where he revelled in holding an audience to discuss the matters of the day, his opinion was always forthcoming and he would never shy away from a debate on the faith of the county teams. Dinny had an air of mastery when it came to political debates, many memories were shared of this skill – this art described by one writer much more skilled than I, one had to get a feel for which way the wind was blowing before hoisting your sail, just to make sure you had the wind at your back – Dinny was a master of this trick. Dinny’s sisters Eileen and Moira delivered the readings at the Requiem Mass, while his brother Kevin, sister Philomena and partner Beatrice brought up the offertory gifts. Moira Mansfield delivered a most fitting and beautiful poem written by Dinny’s brother Gerald Dalton in memory of Dinny –

OBITUARY Welcome dear brother, Welcome back home, Back in the Déise no more to now to roam, Gathered all around you are those you held dear, Family and friends share sorrow quiet tear, Here in each heart you have a place, The memories you left we’ll fondly embrace, Rest easy dear brother at your journeys end, Rest easy dear brother, rest easy my friend. After a spontaneous round of applause for this heartfelt tribute, Dinny set off to his final resting place in the old St. Mary’s Churchyard, again clearly evident of his popularity, many of the old stock of the town, former work colleagues and friends, accompanied his family on this short journey, a number of his friends from Donegal also made the long journey down travelling through the night in order to say their goodbyes. Clearly evident also was the affection of which he was held by the many humorous stories of days of old recalled on this journey, even a question asked as to why Dinny had picked the old churchyard as his final resting place. His nephews and brothers again shouldered Dinny’s coffin to his final resting place as his partner Beatrice, his sisters, brothers and family said their final goodbye. Post the service, many a laugh was raised as the “Parting Glass” was played. As those gathered completing listening, Dinny’s former Caseyville neighbour Charlie McAllister came forward to the microphone and said a beautiful few words of his memories of growing up with Dinny and their many adventures as young boys, Charlie deemed it only fitting that all those gathered joined him and sung Mai O’Higgins’ legendary “Dungarvan My Hometown” and as Charlie led those present there was scarcely a dry eye to be had as the beautiful words reverberated against the ancient walls. As the clouds lifted and sun broke through the shadows over St. Mary’s Church of Ireland ancient walls, drifted in Gibbons Park, and drew my eye across the bay, the sun glistened on the harbour with the Cunnigar, Heilbic and Abbeyside in the backdrop, what a vista – sure ’twas no wonder Dinny chose this as his final resting spot. Rest easy auld stock. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PATRICK BRAY Lios An Óir, Lismore It’s with sadness and regret that we record the passing of Patrick Bray which sad event occurred on Sunday, 2nd June, 2019, in the loving care of the staff of Rockshire Care Centre, Ferrybank. Born on 11th April, 1936, Pat grew up in Botany with his older sister Francie and attended the Christian Brothers School. From an early age he was known to frequent the Whelan household where he was to meet his wife to be Catherine Whelan. Patrick and Catherine moved to England to start a new life where they were married on 14th March, 1959. They would go on to have three sons Michael, Martin and Peter. Whilst in London he would go on to work for the Royal Mail, London Buses and London Underground. They were overjoyed with the birth of their first grandchild Ariane, followed four years later by their second grandchild Callum and spent many happy times with them holidaying in numerous destinations or babysitting them at home. In 2007 Patrick and Catherine made the decision to return to Lismore to retire and settled in Lios An Óir. Sadly, Patrick spent the last few years in the care of the staff of Rockshire Care Centre in Ferrybank and it was during this time that his loving wife Catherine passed away and it was a huge burden for him to shoulder after all the happy times spent together and with Patrick’s passing they are now reunited in the Kingdom of Eternal Life. May he Rest In Peace. Reposing at Ryan’s Funeral Home, Lismore, funeral prayers were offered up on Monday evening, 10th June, 2019, by Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., after which removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning. Celebrant was Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., assisted by Fr. M. Coleman. The readings were read by Kathleen McNamara (family friend). The Prayers of the Faithful were offered up by his nieces Mary and Angela Hickey and sister-in-law Frances Whelan.The Offertory Gifts of bread and wine were presented to the altar by his sisters-in-law Mary Cunningham and Frances Whelan. After Communion his brother-in-law delivered an eulogy on behalf of the family and his son Martin sang “My Gift To You” as a loving remembrance of his Dad. While Dina Walsh provided music and hymns during the Mass. After Mass the cortege proceeded to St. Carthage’s Cemetery where, after prayers recited by Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., Patrick was laid to rest with his loving wife Catherine. To his loving sons Michael, Martin and Peter; sister Francie; daughter-in-law Adeline; sisters-in-law Rosaline, Mary and Frances; brotherin-law Christopher; grandchildren Ariane and Callum; nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s Funeral Directors, Lismore).

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PADDY POWER Killmurry, Dungarvan, and formerly of Mitchel Street, Dungarvan We record with feelings of deep sorrow and regret the passing of Paddy Power who sadly passed away on the 18th May. Paddy was a son of Dungarvan, born on the 3rd June, 1939, to Jim and Norrie (Nurse) Power. He went to the local CBS school and following his Leaving Cert went on to Agricultural College and worked with the Department of Agriculture until his retirement in 1999. In the early ’60s Paddy’s job brought him to work at the Department of Agriculture in Kinseely in Dublin, while working there he met his wife to be Nora. He eventually moved back to Dungarvan in 1966, working for the Department at the Ballygagin Institute.They bought a small cottage in Killmurry and the couple got married in October 1966, and over the following years had a large family. In the 1980s the Department sold Ballygagin and Paddy transferred up to Moorepark (Teagasc) in Fermoy where he commuted until his retirement. Paddy was a keen sports man, having played rugby, soccer and GAA for Dungarvan. He was a founding member of the Soccer and Rugby Clubs in the town. Paddy also had an interest in pigeon racing and was the President of the Dungarvan Premier Pigeon Club and on behalf of the family we’d like to thank the club for their support to Paddy over the years. His favourite seat was at the head of the table where he could look out at the pigeon loft and watch the birds come and go. Paddy also recorded the weather for Met Éireann for the town of Dungarvan from 1966 until the day of his death; recording rainfall, Max and Min temperatures, relative humidity (wet and dry bulb temperatures), ground and soil temperatures, sunshine hours, evaporation and wind speed. The family would like to express their thanks to friends and neighbours for their support, especially Geraldine, Paddy’s Carer, and Brendan Costin a valued friend. Paddy was waked at his home on the 20th May where a large crowd came to pay their respects and bid farewell to a much-loved member of the community. The Rosary was led by Sr. Mary of the Bon Sauveur, who was a good friend and neighbour. His removal took place on the 21st May to St. Mary’s Church, Dungarvan, where Requiem Mass was celebrated by Canon W. Ryan, P.P. Orla narrated the gifts, with symbols of Paddy’s life, the gift bearers were Bláithín, Sheenagh, Caoimhe, Síofra, Shane, Ryan, Donnacha, Diarmuid and Laoise. Readings were delivered by Ciarán and Niamh, while Prayers of the Faithful were offered by Garbhán, James, Eimear, Ciara, Róisín and Caitlín.The offerings were brought by Michael and Saoirse and a tribute was led by his son Tom. Music in the Church was provided by Trish Goggins and the Ryan sisters Angela and Mary Jo. Paddy was predeceased by his wife Nora (nee Linneen); his daughter Maireád and his grandson Seán. We would like to extend sympathies to his brother Michael; sister Cora; sons Ciarán, Tomás and Paudie; his daughters Orla, Aoife, Aisling and Niamh; his sons-in-laws Dermot, John and Barry; daughters-in-law Fionnuala and Sharon; his grandchildren Saoirse, Bláithín, Garbhán, James, Eimear, Ciara, Róisín, Sheenagh, Caoimhe, Diarmuid, Caitlin, Shane, Ryan, Síofra, Donnacha, Laoise and Ciarán. Paddy’s Month’s Mind Mass takes place on Sunday, 23rd June, at 11:15 a.m. in Carriglea Church. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

EILEEN GEARY (nee Allen) Glenview, Lacken, Tallow, Co. Waterford It is with sadness and regret we record the passing of Eileen Geary (nee Allen), Glenview, Lacken, Tallow, Co. Waterford, mother-in-law of the late Gloria, which sad event occurred peacefully on 15th June, 2019. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Monday evening, where funeral prayers were recited in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends, followed by removal to the Church of Immaculate Conception, Tallow. On arrival her remains were received and blessed. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May she Rest In Peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving husband Liam; sons Paul, David, Adrian, Alan and Kieran; daughters Caroline, Shirley Rhodes and Karen; brothers Tony, Eugene and Noel; sister Margaret (Madge) Wade; daughters-in-law Catherine, Mary and Nathalie; sonin-law Peter Rhodes; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

FARMING Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

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Waterford dealer praised by Zetor

IFA calls on Minister Creed to issue TAMS approvals without delay IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has described as unacceptable that the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed is sitting on applications for TAMS grants for farmers who applied in the last tranche of the scheme which closed in early April. Speaking following a meeting of the Rural Development Committee, Joe Brady said farmers who applied are anxious to proceed with work, particularly as the weather is ideal for construction and works can be completed well in advance of next winter. The IFA Rural Development Chairman said that many of the applicants are for feed bins for drystock farmers, which were introduced for the first time for that sector earlier this year. “There was a pent-up demand for this item under the scheme and now that it is eligible, the Minister and his Department must give all farmers who applied the go ahead as well as all other applicants.There are many dairy applicants who need to get work done now to meet their investments needs,” he said. Joe Brady pointed out, in the 2014–2020 RDP, €395m has been provided for TAMS. Of this, €132m has been paid out to 9,000 farmers. This means that with about 18 months to go in the current RDP, only 33% of funds have been spent. “Holding up approvals is totally unacceptable. At the rate of expenditure to date, the full allocation will not be used up.” The recent introduction of Solar Panels for grant aid is welcome. It is clear that the allocation of €10m for this new measure is the first admission by the Minister that there will be an underspend on TAMS. Joe Brady said that this must now be followed by the inclusion of underpasses; rubber mats; an increase in the investment limit for the intensive sector; a separate investment limit for solar panels similar to Low Emission Slurry equipment.

IFA seeks meeting with Minister Creed to progress sustainability proposals IFA has requested a meeting with Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed to progress proposals for the introduction of a Sustainability Development Programmes, as part of IFA’s submission to the early mid-term review of the nitrates derogation. IFA Environment Chairman Thomas Cooney said, “Farmers have made a substantial investment in improving farmyards and ensuring better nutrient management, with over €5bn being invested by farmers and the State. While waste water overflows from dated sewage treatment plants in Dublin continue, phosphorous use efficiency on Irish farms is amongst the highest in Europe. Also, nitrogen surpluses are amongst the lowest in Europe. We will be making the strongest case possible to Minister Creed, that this provides an important background to safeguard the nitrates derogation for farmers who contribute over €900m in agricultural output in every county in Ireland. These farmers are a cornerstone of the future development of the sector.” Farmers want to do more when it comes to environmental protection and IFA is seeking Minster Creed’s support for the introduction of a Sustainability Development Programme (SDP) for the sector, which would include: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions by implementing the Teagasc climate roadmap. Improving air quality by providing increased funding and removal of VAT for low emissions slurry spreading equipment. Addressing water quality challenges by supporting the greater use of protected urea, lime, slurry additives and soil aeration technologies. Displacing fossil fuel use, by supporting anaerobic digestion and on-farm renewables. Recognising farmers’ good climate actions by counting carbon sinks from forests, permanent pastures and hedgerows. Concluding Thomas Cooney said, “It’s time for Government to support farmers to develop, by ensuring the continuation of the nitrates derogation and also introducing a Sustainability Development Programme, which improves efficiency and reduces climate impact”.

WATERFORD farm machinery dealer, West Waterford Agri Sales of Tallow has been praised by Zetor as one of a ‘reinvigorated’ ten-strong main dealer network charged with steering the well-known Czech tractor brand on what it terms ‘a new and more progressive path’. Since first introduced here over 50 years ago, more than 50,000 Zetor tractors have been sold, many of which are still in regular use on farms around the country. In their new role, West Waterford Agri Sales will represent a ‘vastly-expanded’ model range that includes units not previously offering here. Amongst them is their popular 80hp MAJOR series, now made in with an attractive and trendy body designed by renowned Italian design house, Pininfarina whose designs on behalf of Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Lancia and others are part of motoring legend.

Supporting a Mercosur deal would be reckless for Ireland IFA President Joe Healy has called on the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to intervene at the highest levels in Brussels to stop a bad EUMercosur trade deal, which would do untold damage to our €3bn beef and livestock sector. Speaking in Brussels, he said “In view of the major Brexit implications overhanging the Irish and EU beef sector and the environmental degradation associated with Brazilian beef exports, it would be reckless to support a Mercosur deal”. Joe Healy said he has written to the Taoiseach requesting him to make it clear in the strongest possible terms to EU Commission President Jean Claude Juncker that Ireland would not be prepared to ratify a deal which will severely damage our vital national interest in beef production. There is extreme concern in Brussels that EU Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmstrom is pushing hard to try and finalise an EU/Mercosur deal later this month before the end of the current Commission mandate,

exploiting the current political vacuum following the EP elections and before the next Commission is appointed. Joe Healy said for the EU Commission to ignore the Brexit implications for beef and proceed with a Mercosur deal to import more Brazilian beef is highly irresponsible. He said a no deal Brexit would take the EU beef sector from 102% to 116% self sufficiency, with disastrous consequences for beef prices and farm incomes. This would be further compounded with any increase in imports from Mercosur. “How can the Commission ignore the fact that in Brexit the UK could impose tariffs as high as €850m pa on Irish beef and possibly the closure of market access for over 290,000t of our beef exports? Joe Healy said the EU Commission Joint Research Centre conducted an assessment on the cumulative impact of trade deals which showed that increased imports from Mercosur could cost the EU beef sector €5bn to €7bn pa.

In terms of climate change, the IFA President pointed out Irish beef production systems are 4 times more carbon efficient than South America, where increased exports are driven on the back of deforestation of the Amazon rainforests. He said EU Commission reports consistently prove that South American beef imports, especially imports from Brazil, fail to meet EU standards on traceability, food safety, animal health, environmental and labour law. “The EU FVO report of May 2017 highlighted that the Brazilian competent authority is not in a position to guarantee that the relevant export requirements are met.” In conclusion, Joe Healy said with the major Brexit uncertainty hanging over the entire Irish economy and particularly our agriculture and beef sector, there are no circumstances where Ireland could contemplate support for an EU/Mercosur trade deal with so much negative consequences.

Glanbia to pay 30.5 cpl for May milk GLANBIA will pay its Member milk suppliers 30.5 cent per litre (cpl) including VAT for May manufacturing milk supplies at 3.6% butterfat and 3.3% protein. Glanbia Ireland (GI) will pay a base milk price for May of 30 cpl including VAT, for manufacturing milk at 3.6% fat and 3.3% protein. The Board of Glanbia Co-op has decided to make a support payment to Members of 0.5 cpl including VAT for May milk supplies. The Glanbia Ireland and the Glanbia Coop support payment will be adjusted to reflect the actual constituents of milk delivered by suppliers. The actual average price paid by Glanbia

for May manufacturing milk based on actual constituents, will be 32.95 cpl (including Coop support payment). May milk supplies were 10% ahead of the same period in a challenging 2018. This will result in Glanbia milk payments worth in excess of €100 million for the month of May. Glanbia Chairman Martin Keane said: “Glanbia Ireland has maintained its base price of 30cpl.While protein prices have improved in recent months, the butter market has weakened. Demand in many developed economies remains sluggish due to weaker economic growth and trade issues.The Board will continue to monitor developments on a monthly basis”.

FIXED MILK PRICE SCHEME (PHASE 13) The May milk payment will include retrospective top-up payments for milk volumes allocated to Fixed Milk Price Scheme (Phase 13).

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Climate Plan targets for Agriculture are very demanding REACTING to the publication of the Government’s climate plan, IFA President Joe Healy said the targets set today are very demanding for agriculture. “While the Teagasc roadmap can play its part in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the targets require focused policy actions. We need a committed, whole-of-Government approach to the

Teagasc roadmap,” he said. “The critical issue for farm families is that our low-carbon agri-food sector, which is Ireland’s largest indigenous sector, is fully recognised and not jeopardised by this climate plan,” he said. “On dairy farming, the removal of quotas in 2015 has released pent-up demand for expansion. While this has had an effect on emissions, it has also

had a very positive impact for farm families and rural Ireland. We must not forget that we are the most carbon efficient country in Europe for dairy production. Any restrictions here would lead to an increase in production in less carbon efficient regions,” he said. On beef farming, suckler farming is our largest enterprise and it contributes hugely to the rural economy. Reducing

MANAGING REPLACEMENT HEIFER WEANLINGS 1. Most replacement heifers should be weaned at this time 2. If taking them off concentrates, they should be approximately 140kg (~25% mature bodyweight for Holstein Friesian heifers) and them wean them gradually off meals onto all-grass diet 3. It is a good idea to keep calves which are below the target weight (Table 2) in a lighter group as there is less competition

People management tips: Many dairy farmers have made great progress with both grassland management and animal breeding over the last number of years. But how have you improved your people management skills? Remember that people are the most important resource on your farm. Martina Gormley,Teagasc Dairy Specialist, compiled these top 10 tips for improving staff attraction and retention on dairy farms.

Implementing these tips will not happen overnight. However, it is important to acknowledge what people want and what motivates staff. With a greater demand for labour on dairy farms, you must become better at managing people.

Spring Barley – Disease Control Two fungicide applications are sufficient for top yields. For most crops, the first application at mid to late tillering is already done and the second one should be applied as the awns appear (or as some people describe it the “paintbrush stage”). In a recently published video on YouTube, Teagasc Crops Specialist Ciaran Collins describes the ideal ‘Timing for the final fungicide application on Barley’. Use a QR code reader app on your phone and hover over the QR code (below) to access the video. If you have an iphone 6, Open camera as if to take a photo, hover over the code and the link to the video will appear. QR CODE Note to Papers Please insert QR code attached. Barley crops that have received their first fungicide at mid to late tillering should have good coverage for about three weeks, especially if a triazole plus strob/SDHI mix was applied. Typically, the second fungicide will consist of chlorothalonil (Bravo, etc.) 1 .0L/ha plus a half to two-thirds rate triazole plus a strob/SDHI mix. Various options are available but once you have the basic components in the mix (chlorothalonil plus triazole plus strob/SDHI), you should expect good control of diseases.Teagasc trials consistently show that half rates of any triazole plus an SDHI/strobilurin mix are adequate to control diseases such as rhynchosporium and net blotch. Ramularia is likely to be problematic this year in barley, as many crops have been under stress right from the start. Stress is one of the key triggers of ramularia in barley and trial work has shown that the triazoles and SDHIs are not very effective in controlling it. However, chlorothalonil is quite active on ramularia and should be included in all T2 fungicide mixes. Be aware that chlorothalonil needs to be included at a full rate for best control. Slurry Safety Following silage harvesting considerable quantities of slurry are spread in June and over the Summer months. Slurry handling accounts for 9% of fatal farm accidents due to drowning and gassing. It is crucial to put safety first when handling slurry. Always pick a windy day when agitating slurry. Never enter a slurry tank. Remember, one breath of poison gas, or lack of oxygen, kills. Always guard against falling into a slurry tank by using a physical barrier. Further information can be found by doing a web search for ‘Safe Slurry Handling’. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Moorepark Open Day: Irish Dairying: Growing Sustainably. Wednesday, July 3rd 8.30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.

the suckler herd would have huge consequences for the economic and social sustainability of rural Ireland. “The national cattle herd in Ireland is below where it was in the mid-90s and we have an extensive grass-based production system which is the envy of the world,” he said. “Farmers cannot understand why the EU is hellbent on doing a trade

deal with South America which will see more Brazilian beef coming into Europe. Beef from Brazil has four times the carbon footprint of beef from Ireland. It’s contradictory to EU climate policy and makes no sense,” he said. IFA will be studying the plan in detail and we will be discussing it with relevant Committees and at our National Council meeting on July 9th.

ICOS states requirements for Beef package ANY suggestion of Conditionality for potential Suckler Herd Reduction is Unacceptable and Completely Rejected. The National Marts Committee of ICOS has formally set out its stall on the proposed compensation package for beef farmers. ICOS wants the Minister to ensure that the scheme is implemented equitably to include provision for farmers who traded animals through livestock marts. Nationally, all co-operative marts are collectively and cohesively agreed that the following policy should reasonably be adopted by the Minister for allocation of the €100 Million beef compensation fund: 1. Beef processor owned feed lots to be excluded from any compensation. 2. The maximum compensation allowed is limited to 500 head of cattle over the reference period (October to April) or any extended period agreed by DAFM and the EU Commission. 3. To protect farmers who traded through the marts, ICOS is proposing a graduated system of compensation extending over a period of 10 weeks pre-slaughter. If any animal was slaughtered within 2 weeks of purchase in a mart, then 100% of any compensation should be paid to the selling farmer. After this period any funds

should be graduated in weekly instalments to benefit both the seller and the buyer of animals traded in the marts. This will translate into a 12.5% increase for farmers who purchase animals in the mart (up to the maximum level of 10 weeks plus) when all potential compensation is received by the purchasing farmers. 4. All conditionality on a potential suckler herd reduction is completely rejected by ICOS marts. 5. The national suckler herd must also receive funding from this package to stabilise the sector as it provides an invaluable source of income and enterprise for rural Ireland. Any potential funds must be ‘per-calf ’ produced from the entire national suckler herd. Ray Doyle, Livestock and Environmental Services Executive of ICOS said, “While the package is being be provided through an implementing regulation from DG AGRI, it is up to the Department of Agriculture to decide how it is distributed. Our position represents a logical case. “We are therefore asking the Minister to carefully take into account the nationally held view of all of our co-operative marts and of their farming members and to implement all our recommendations to protect the farmers who have been affected most.” “Undoubtedly beef finishers have had a disastrous 2018 and

2019 but so too did sellers of weanlings, forward stores and cull cows. It will not be acceptable that this compensation could be directed to a handful of factory agents if this scheme amounts to slaughter only assistance. “With the Animal Identification and Movement system it will be possible to ascertain the ownership and trading history of animals before they have been presented for slaughter. While the funds are finite, their distribution must be fair to all producers in the beef chain.” The compensation package is based on an analysis proving market disturbance.The analysis takes account of data gathered by the DAFM on three factors in the period between October 2018 March 2019 : – Sterling depreciation – Flat lining of producer prices despite a usual increase (with a data comparison done with the last two years) – Investment and market insecurity in the sector ICOS (the Irish Co-operative Organisation Society) represents over 130 co-operatives in Ireland – including the Irish dairy processing co-operatives and livestock marts – whose associated businesses have a combined turnover in the region of €14 billion, with some 150,000 individual members, employing 12,000 people in Ireland, and a further 24,000 people overseas.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I had a herd health plan drawn up in both years one and two of KT. Do I have to do yet another one this year or is it just a matter of having it updated? Can you please advise? Answer: Yes, your herd health plan will have to be updated this year and to do so; a new plan must be prepared.You must make an appointment with your Vet to have the plan prepared and he/she will then upload the completed plan on your behalf. Please note that all herd health plans must be uploaded no later than the 31/07/19. Again, a herd health plan should not be seen as something that has to be prepared for the KT just to draw down the €750. Do it for yourself! There is great benefit to be had from taking stock of the contents, taking the pitfalls on board and plan the lessons learned from them. It is your herd health plan. Get value from it! I trust this will clear

things up for you! Tip of the Week: For those in derogation status, slurry can only be spread using low emissions methods after the 15th of June. Please take heed!

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Farmers at breaking point with delays in processing forestry applications IFA National Farm Forestry Chairman Vincent Nally said that farmers are at breaking point with the delays and additional costs associated with getting grants or licences approved. “The current system is not working for farmers. It is unacceptable that some farmers are waiting in excess of twelve months for a decision on their application.” Vincent Nally said that the Department must address the reasons behind the delays, which are predominantly related to lack of personnel in archaeology and ecology. This has caused a significant backlog in the system. “IFA is calling on the Department to allocate additional resources to address the backlog in the short term so that farmers’ applications are dealt with in a timely fashion. Communication with farmers must also be improved, particularly when applications are delayed, so they have indicative timelines to manage operations,” he said.

He said that the request for supplementary documentations or reports, in some instances over six months after the application has been submitted, is infuriating farmers when they would have expected a decision on their application. “If there is to be a reversal in the afforestation figures, it is essential that those farmers that plant their land have a positive experience as they enter into active management of their forest,” he said. IFA is hosting an Information Meeting with the Forest Service on the afternoon of Thursday, June 27th at 2.00 p.m. in the Irish Farm Centre where farmers will have an opportunity to get an update on the application process, including the changes to the Appropriate Assessment procedures and Natura Impact Assessment requirements. Mr Nally said he would encourage all farmers with forestry to attend the Information Meeting and take advantage of the opportunity to meet with the Forest Service in relation to their application.

Irish Climate Change Plan targets "very challenging" but ICMSA say farmers are "part of the solution" THE President of ICMSA said that the targets for reduction in farming-related emission were very challenging but Pat McCormack said that farmers were – and would increasingly be seen – as part of the solution to this issue. He said that his own organisation accepted the need for change, and he urged the Government to fully support and underwrite the development of real renewable options that would make a critical contribution to our climate change commitments. Mr McCormack said that the Government’s previous efforts on renewables had fallen short and had, in some cases, left farmers who had invested in equipment ‘high and dry’ when incentives and schemes were discontinued. That could not happen again, he said. The

ICMSA leader said that farmers understood the extent of the challenge that they must help in meeting, but he wondered whether other links in the food supply-chain, or indeed the consumers, understood fully that changes envisaged will – and certainly should - mean higher food prices that reflect the additional costs of farming and food production. “Farmers will play part but it’s up to the Government to drive and incentivise the policies. That has to mean real support for renewables and carbon-mitigation efforts with the Government actively helping by giving farmers options and not just standing back while issuing targets, deadlines and penalties”, Mr. McCormack concluded.

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DUNGARVAN has always been a home of music and, in recent decades has furthered the popularity of Traditional culture in all its forms. We have had Trad Festivals and Trad weekends and the good news is, that we are about to have another feast of Trad in Dungarvan. With the number of musicians, dancers and singers who have emerged from the various nurseries of Trad in the locality, it was inevitable that the torch would pass to the next generation to keep the flame of Irish culture alive. This has happened and the flame is not just lit, but is a raging inferno ready to be unleashed in the Hotels, pubs, halls and streets of Dungarvan. The weekend after next, the next generation of Trad performers will host ‘Tune Fest’ which promises to be a feast of all that is good in our traditional culture. Stretching from Thursday evening, 27th June, to Sunday evening, 30th, TuneFest will provide music and dancing wherever you go. Like all good events, this idea grew from a casual conversation among some of the younger Trad people and,

before the conversation was over, hey presto, TuneFest was born. Get ready Dungarvan, West Waterford and visitors from all over the country, the new generation has arrived and has devised a stunning weekend programme of all that is good in our culture. From the Official Opening in Lawlors Hotel on Thursday evening (7.30), which will be performed by legendary musician, Bobby Gardiner, there will be a wide variety of events which are detailed in their comprehensive brochure, available around the business premises of the town and, of course on their Facebook page ‘TuneFest Dungarvan’. Immediately afterwards on stage will be the incomparable ‘Booley House’ at 8.00 p.m. Their reputation is well known as a packed, talented, experienced, well managed cabaret in the best traditions of our culture. Mary Rafferty from An Rinn will present her young performers in the ‘Pop-Up Gaeltacht Seisiún’ in Lawlors at 6.00 p.m. These brilliant young performers represent another generation snapping at the

heels of the present and are immensely entertaining. To round off the evening, there will be the Damien Mullane Band in Lawlors at 8.00 p.m. The Pub Session Trail in seven bars gets going at 10.00 p.m.

Saturday brings the Sean Nós dancing in Lawlors Hotel at 11.00 a.m. and at 3.00 p.m. there will be Busking on the Streets where you can hear the best of the emerging and established musicians.

There will be a brilliant Comhaltas Concert in Lawlors from 4.30 p.m. with one of the real centrepieces in The Park Hotel at 8.00 p.m. when you can hear and see the superb Danu in concert. There will

Pictured are the members of ‘Danu’ who will play at Tune Fest in Dungarvan on Saturday night in The Park Hotel at 8.00 p.m. The opening act will be the music of Taobh na Mara Céili Band.

also be impromptu sessions in many of the pubs through the course of the afternoon and evening. On Sunday, there will be a CD Launch and Seisiun by Damien O’Reilly in Bainnlann Chuil na nGabhar at 1.30 p.m. with another Launch and Concert by the Shandrum Ceili Band in Lawlors Hotel at 4.00. The opening performance will be the music of Donnchadh Gough with Paddy Tutty, Donal Clancy and Caoimhín O Fearghaíl. To round off what should be a marvellous weekend of traditional entertainment, there will be sessions in eight of the local bars. Truly, a feast of entertainment, with something to suit all ages and tastes. The festival is being supported by a host of Sponsors whose financial assistance has guaranteed a top class programme of Traditional Artists all through the weekend. All the organisers and artists need now are audiences and, considering the wealth of talent which will be in town and the district, these should be there in force.

Local talent for St. Mary’s concert THE series of concerts to raise funds for the repair of St. Mary’s Church of Ireland continues with another fine concert of local talent on Saturday night next, 22nd June, in St. Mary’s starting at 8.15. It may be the shortest night of the year, but the list of well known and well liked entertainers will ensure you will have the happiest singalong, foot-tapping couple of hours of the weekend. Progress is being made with the refurbishment, but it is slow as with all old buildings which need close attention. However, with the generous financial help of the public, the work will continue to restore the iconic landmark which is St. Mary’s.

Next Saturday Night’s Concert features the best of local talent, so a good solid night’s entertainment is guaranteed. Tickets are only €7. A very entertaining programme of local artistes has been lined up which includes: Richie Power, Danny Moriarty and Liam Kavanagh with Myles ‘Elvis Pressley’ Kavanagh, Dungarvan Gospel Choir, Christy Power, the Old Rogues, Maggie Burns, Hank Regan, Kate O’Neill and John Buckley. Should be a good way to end an evening after a walk around our beautiful seafront.

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On Monday night, June 10th, at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin the Republic Of Ireland played Gibraltar in a Euro 2020 qualifier, for one local boy it was an extra special occasion. Anthony Moore from Tinalira, Ballinamult, a student at Saint Mary's National School in Touraneena had won a competition through Spar Ireland to be a Flag Bearer, a huge honour for him his family and his school as a proud School Principal Mr. Thomas Cronin announced to the school. Anthony's had to be at the Aviva before 5.00 p.m. to receive his tracksuit, T-Shirt and flag to meet the other flag bearers and mascots as they had to do practice runs before the 7.45 p.m. kick-off. This in itself was a great experience as they got into the dressing rooms, saw the interview area and the players tunnel. Pre-match with the stadium filling rapidly they went to the pitch for a photo shoot with the UEFA Respect flag, before kick off they were assembled again where they gathered the huge tricolour in front of the Irish team and President Michael D. Higgins, scenes seen all over Europe. At half-time as an extra duty Anthony and the crew were gathered again, for this occasion they were promoting the Volunteer Drive for Dublin as one of the 2020 host Cities. Here each child waved a flag from each host city as they paraded with Euro 2020 Mascot Skillzy down the touchline and around the centre circle where the ambassadors for Dublin were being filmed and interviewed. Anthony was representing Italy (Rome). The pictures and videos from this parade will be shortly on view at UEFA.com. Overall, it was a truly fantastic and memorable day that Anthony will cherish forever.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Dungarvan retains John A. Murphy Cup JOHN A. MURPHY CUP DUNGARVAN SENIOR HURLING TOURNAMENT Referee Alan Kissane (Dunhill) pictured with team captains Ryan Donnolly (Dungarvan) on left and Conor Prunty (Abbeyside).

Dungarvan .......................…. 1-17; Abbeyside .........................….. 0-7. THE Dungarvan and Abbeyside clubs raised €1,000 for St. John’s School and Heart Bypass Rehab at the final of the John A. Murphy senior hurling tournament at the Dungarvan club grounds last Friday evening. Despite the threatening rain, a good sized attendance gathered to see this latest local derby contest which also doubled as a County senior hurling league game. Because of their win, the Blues will join Tallow in the semi-finals of this competition along with Ballygunner and either De La Salle or Passage, the latter two teams yet to play each other.

The scoreline suggests that Abbeyside were short some players for this game and such was the case with Stephen Enright, Brian Looby, James Beresford, Neil Montgomery, John Elstead, Darragh McGrath and Richie Foley unavailable while Dungarvan fielded as near to full strength as possible with just Patrick Curran an absentee due to injury. The home side led from the off and indiscipline in the Abbeyside team cost them dearly in a first half that the Blues won by 1-8 to 0-5. The Villagers also shot six wides, which if converted, would have kept this derby game in the melting pot. Top scorer Ryan Donnelly, he finished the hour with 0-12 (8f),

opened the scoring with a brace from play and from a placed ball while wing forward Mark Twomey replied for Abbeyside. Donnolly fired over another two points from frees followed by a contender for score of the match by Conor Prunty off his left side near the far wing, Prunty the County player starting at mid field here. However, Ryan Donnolly was to Dungarvan in attack as was Kieran Power in defence and his knowledge of the positioning of the home posts yielded him three more scores in the far off goal to leave the winners 0-7 to 0-2 in front come the 20th minute. As expected, Abbeyside came back at their opponents during the

Ryan Donnolly in action for Dungarvan.

Eileen Murphy presents the John A. Murphy Cup to Dungarvan joint captains, Ryan Donnolly on left and John Curran.

next five minutes and fine scores by Sean Whelan Barrett and and Tiernan Murray left just one puck of the ball the difference after all of Dungarvan’s out field dominance on a score board reading 0-7 to 0-4. Yet, the match swung back the Blues way in the latter minutes of the half, Gavin Crotty pointed from play replied to by Mark Ferncombe and when Joe Duggan and Sean Ryan combined to send Crotty in for the only goal of the match in the 28th minute, Dungarvan had one hand on the Johnny Murphy Cup at the break on a score of 1-8 to 0-5. Though it was in mid June, the lights had to be switched on at halftime due to the overcast weather for a second moiety that Dungarvan won by 0-9 to 0-2. As in the first half, Ryan Donnolly opened the scoring before Mark Ferncombe scored what was to be Abbeyside’s only point for twenty minutes. The locals hit seven unanswered scores via Ryan Donnolly 0-5 (4f), Kevin Daly and Cathal Curran. Abbeyside added four wides to their first half tally of eight as both goalies were also called into action. Laurence Power made a great save from Cathal Curran at the end of the third quarter while at the other end of the field Gavin Power denied Mark Twomey. With the score standing at 1-14 to 0-6, Mark Ferncombe went low with a close in free but Kieran Power was up to the task on the line. Abbeyside’s only other second half point was attributed to a Michael O’Halloran pointed free while Dungarvan sub Joe Allen finished off the scoring as the town team ran out deserving winners. PRESENTATION Eileen Murphy presented joint captains Ryan Donnolly and John Curran with the winning trophy and the referee and his umpires chose Dungarvan number 6 Kieran Power as the Johnny Murphy Man of the Match. Dungarvan club chairman David Kiely presided over the presentations. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Ryan Donnolly, Kieran Power, John Curran. Abbeyside’s Top Three: Conor Prunty, Mark Twomey, Shane O’Donovan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Ryan Donnolly. Number of Scorers: Dungarvan: 5. Abbeyside: 6. Scores From Play: Dungarvan: 1-9. Abbeyside: 0-5. Frees For: Dungarvan: 16. Abbeyside: 12. Wides: Dungarvan: 7.

Abbeyside: 10. Score of the Match: Conor Prunty’s 9th minute point for Abbeyside. Scorers: Dungarvan: Ryan Donnolly 0-12 (8f), Gavin Crotty 1-1, Cathal Curran 0-2, Kevin Daly and Joe Allen 0-1 each. Abbeyside: Mark Ferncombe 0-2(1f), Mark Twomey, Conor Prunty, Sean Whelan Barrett and Tiernan Murray 0-1 each, Michael O’Halloran 0-1f. Dungarvan: Gavin Power; Aaron Donnolly, John Curran, Sean Ryan; Jamie Nagle, Kieran Power, Darragh Lyons; Joe

Duggan, Mike Kiely; Luke O’Callaghan, Kevin Daly, Conor Sheridan; Cathal Curran, Gavin Crotty, Ryan Donnolly. Subs: Luke Egan, Kealan Daly, Cormac Curran, Joe Allen, Conor Duggan, Seanie McGrath, Kenny Moore and James Kiely. Abbeyside: Laurence Power; Tom Looby, Evan Collins, David Collins; Shane O’Donovan, John Hurney, Patrick Hurney; Conor Prunty, Maurice Power; Sean Whelan Barrett, Tiernan Murray, Mark Twomey; Michael O’Halloran, Mark Ferncombe, Shane Ahearne. Subs: Stephen Cliffe, Eoin Kiely Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

Abbeyside's Tiernan Murray holds on to the sliotar despite the close attention of Dungarvan's Jamie Nagle.

LEAGUE TABLE CO. SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE GROUP A

Ballygunner De La Salle Mt. Sion Clonea Passage Roanmore

p 5 4 5 5 4 5

w d l for against 4 0 1 94 83 3 0 1 89 71 2 1 2 85 86 2 1 2 80 90 2 0 2 78 63 0 0 5 73 106

dif pts 11 8 18 6 -1 5 -10 5 15 4 -33 0

LEAGUE TABLE CO. SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE GROUP B

Tallow Dungarvan Abbeyside Ballyduff Upper Lismore Fourmilewater

p 5 5 5 4 4 5

w d 4 1 3 1 3 0 1 0 1 0 1 0

l 0 1 2 3 3 4

for against 110 81 119 83 100 93 78 73 72 86 54 117

dif pts 29 9 36 7 7 6 5 2 -14 2 -63 2

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Shamrocks make hard work of overcoming thirteen man Stradbally COMERAGH OIL WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Referee Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty) pictured with team captains Shane Roche (Shamrocks) on left and Robert Aherne (Stradbally).

Shamrocks ......................…. 0-17; Stradbally ...........................…. 1-9. IF Stradbally had concentrated more on the ball than on the man they could well have reversed this result at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening in this second round Western IHC game. Down two players after 28 minutes, the Reds won the second half by 1-5 to 0-5 after trailing at the break by 0-12 to 0-4. Stradbally’s numerical disadvantage took its inevitable toll but the Shamrocks, despite winning, cannot be pleased with their second half performance, their amount of wides and scoring only one goal in two hours of hurling. Hats off to Stradbally net minder, Trevor Curran, though, he made a brave and superb save from Stephen Lucey in the 12th minute and four minutes before the end of normal time in that first half, he brilliantly denied Ed Hynes’ effort ending up in the top left hand corner of the net. The Fraher Field was in pristine condition after its recent rest from games and the repair work that was done during this time. Prior to the start, a minutes silence was observed as a mark of respect on the death of Eileen Cleary connected to the Shamrocks’ club. Shamrocks won the toss and elected to play with the stiffish breeze and the strong sun at their backs.

From the start, it was all one way traffic into the town goal and by the 7th minute, the winners led by 0-5 to 0-0 through scores by Ed Lonergan, Joe Leahy, with the goal at his mercy, Shane Roche and a brace of points by Stephen Lucey. Stradbally’s frustration left its mark on a number of the Shamrocks players as their discipline deserted them and the trend was set for their unsporting play. Shane Aherne opened Stradbally’s account with an 8th minute pointed free and all of the Reds’ first half scores came the same way and from the same player. An inform Ed Lonergan from placed balls stretched Shamrocks’ lead to 0-7 to 0-1, the latter score from a ‘65’ after Trevor Curran’s first goal save. Shane Aherne pointed twice more by the 16th minute and despite all of the Shamrocks’ domination, they now led by just 0-7 to 0-3. Lonergan and Aherne traded further scores from placed balls before Shane Lannon picked up a needless second yellow card in the 22nd minute for a foul on Stephen Lucey. Shamrocks took full benefit from this and they kept Stradbally scoreless for the rest of the half. Lonergan pointed the resultant free before Trevor Curran, again kept the Reds somewhat in touch with his terrific second save. Matters only got worse for Stradbally before half-time when

Shamrock's wing back Adam Crawford clears his lines against Stradbally. key player Shane Aherne was redcarded for a high tackle on Shamrocks’ number 2 and impressive defender Padraig Ahern and there looked to be no way back for the Covesiders after this. Brendan Coleman’s charges made full use of the four minutes of added time resulting from injuries and Ed Hynes, Colm Roche and Ed Lonergan (f) stretched the winner’s lead to 0-8 at the short whistle on a score board reading 0-12 to 0-4. Stradbally had not scored from play in the first half. Credit Stradbally, with the wind

Shamrocks midfielder Chris Murphy burst past his marker to set up another Shamrock's attack.

at their backs, they turned in a spirited second half display. While Ed Lonergan reopened the scoring with a 33rd minute pointed free, the Reds enjoyed a lot of the play despite their inferiority in numbers and Shamrocks did not score again until the 47th minute which is surely a worrying factor for a side with championship winning ambitions. Michael Walsh did as much and more as any one player could do in this half for his side and after Jack Mullaney has scored Stradbally’s first point from play in the game in the 34th minute, veteran full forward Ger Power won a penalty which Michael Walsh expertly planted in the town end goal. Walsh was wide with a 37th minute free but his point from play just two minutes later reduced their deficit to 0-6 on a score of 0-13 to 1-6. Ed Lonergan was untypically wide at the other end but there was still indiscipline in Stradbally’s play and it didn’t help their comeback cause. County player Michael Walsh continued to be Stradbally’s driving force, he replied to the Shamrocks first score in 14 minutes with a point from play before Lonergan negated this score with yet another pointed free in the 54th minute, 0-15 to 1-7. Amazingly, with 56 minutes played, there was just 0-4 the difference after a third second half point per Michael Walsh but more amazingly was the fact that the Shamrocks first second half point from play did not arrive until the 57th minute from Stephen Lucey and a good one it was as well, 0-16 to 1-8. The game finished with this 0-5 difference after Michael Walsh pointed a 58th minute free and Shamrocks’ full forward Joe Leahy scored from play. Shamrocks will be happy with

their second win from two outings but they are far from the finished article and this latest win came at a cost with the two Roches’ possibly out through injury for this Saturday’s game v. Clashmore / Kinsalebeg in Ardmore at 3.00 p.m. Stradbally are rooted to the bottom of group 1 after two game lost and they will have to plan without Shane Aherne for this Friday evening’s match v. Ballinameela in the Fraher Field at 8.00 p.m. Shamrocks’ Top Three: Ed Lonergan, Padraig Aherne, Stephen Lucey. Stradbally’s Top Three: Trevor Curran, Michael Walsh, Robert Aherne. Observer’s Man of the Match: Ed Lonergan. Number of Scorers: Shamrocks: 6. Stradbally: 3. Scores From Play: Shamrocks: 0-8. Stradbally: 0-3. Frees For: Shamrocks: 18. Stradbally: 10. Wides: Shamrocks: 11. Stradbally: 8. Score of the Match: Stephen Lucey’s 57th minute individually worked point for Shamrocks.

Scorers: Shamrocks: Ed Lonergan 0-9 (7f, 1’65’), Stephen Lucey 0-3, Joe Leahy 0-2, Shane Roche, Ed Hynes and Colm Roche 0-1 each. Stradbally : Michael Walsh 1-4 (1-2f), Shane Aherne 0-4, Jack Mullaney 0-1. Shamrocks: Tom Goulding; Padraig Aherne, Tom Donovan, Jason Aherne; Cathal Herlihy, Shane Roche, Adam Crawford; Billy Hynes, Chris Murphy; Ed Lonergan, Colm Roche, Stephen Lucey; Ed Hynes, Joe Leahy, Kieran Crawford. Subs: Shane Harnedy for Shane Roche (43, inj.), Kieran O’Keeffe for Colm Roche (52, inj.). Stradbally: Trevor Curran; Cathal Cusack, Robert Aherne, Paul Tobin; Liam Fennell, Shane Lannon, Michael Aherne; Michael Walsh, Ricky Power; Eoin O’Brien, Ger Power, Nicky Power; Jack Mullaney, Shane Aherne, Paul Connors. Subs: Damien Sheehan for Nicky Power (51), Nicholas Drohan for Eoin O’Brien (53). Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty).

''Eyes on the ball'' Colm Roche (Shamrocks) on left and Michael Walsh (Stradbally) await the drop of the ball in the Fraher Field last Saturday evening.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

ALL-IRELAND SENIOR CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP

Match abandoned after 57 minutes Waterford .........................…. 1-15; Tipperary ..........................…. 0-14. WATERFORD’S opening fixture in this year’s All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship was abandoned three minutes from the end of normal time on Saturday evening with Waterford leading by four points at The Ragg following a serious head injury picked up by Tipperary corner forward Nicole Walsh. Within minutes of the BorrisIleigh player falling to the ground as she challenged for a dropping ball it quickly became apparent that professional medical advice would be needed and an ambulance was called for to attend the ground. When after 25 minutes no ambulance had arrived at the ground, something that has angered many with an interest in player welfare a call was made to summon an air ambulance to the ground and transfer the player to hospital for the treatment that she

needed. Thankfully, the players injuries were not as serious as first feared and she was released from Hospital on Sunday afternoon and is recovering at home and hopefully will be back playing in the maroon and white of Borrisoleigh and the Blue and Gold of Tipperary sooner rather than later. Waterford were leading by four points at the time and looking good to begin this year’s competition with a win at the time of the Borris-Ileigh club player was injured needing the arrival of professional medical personnel to be summoned to the ground to treat the injured player who fell heavily while challenging for a dropping ball, resulting in her picking up a neck injury. With no ambulance present at the ground and it taking some time to get one to the Mid-Tipperary venue and with a significant period of time elapsed before the injured player was able to be removed

Waterford support in The Ragg on Saturday last.

[Noel Browne]

from the play, referee Andrew Larkin quite wisely opted to bring the game to a premature end, meaning the game will have to be replayed at a later date. Waterford had made two changes to the published team ahead of this game as Brianna O’Regan started in goal in place of Ciara Jackman, while the Gailltir Club players older sister Trish made her first start for the county in three years, partnering Shona Curran another player who has returned to the Waterford set up this year again after a number of years away from the panel in the middle of the field. Beth Carton had hit 11 points for Waterford up to the time the game was prematurely ended by the Cork referee, while Orla Hickey had hit 1-2. When the sides clashed at the same venue at the same venue a few weeks previously in the Munster Championship the home side had a comfortable win, but this game proved to be a much different affair with Waterford proving to be the better of the two sides on the evening. It was the home side that started this game the brighter of the two side and raced into a 0-3 to 0-1 lead with just nine minutes played. Those expected Waterford to roll over and allow the home side to control proceedings however would be left disappointed. Points from Beth Carton and Orla Hickey followed to give Waterford a 0-4 to 0-3 lead while playing against the breeze. The home side however responded with three efforts from Orla O’Dwyer with Beth Carton pulling two back for Waterford to level matters (0-6 each) with three minutes of the first half remaining. There was time however for both sides to land further scores before the half-time whistle. Orla O’Dwyer put one over for the home side with Beth Carton landing a brace of scores for Waterford to give Waterford a slender 0-8 to 0-7 at the break. Waterford however were unlucky not to turn around even further in front as Donal O’Rourke’s side created two goal scoring chances late on, both falling to corner forward Annie Fitzgerald

Referee Andrew Larkin pictured with Waterford captain, Niamh Rockett and Tipperary captain, Clodagh Quirke. [Noel Browne]

who saw her first effort on 27 minutes blocked by Aoife McGrath and three minutes later she saw an effort smothered by Tipperary goalkeeper Caoimhe Bourke. The home side marginally enjoyed the better of the third quarter and turned a one point defecate at the break into a one point lead with 47 minutes of the game played. Cáit Devane, Nicole Walsh and Orla O’Dwyer fired over points for the Premier Ladies inside the opening five minutes of the restart, only for Sarah Lacey and Beth Carton to land points for Waterford to tie the scoring at 10 points each, and by the 47 minutes they found themselves 0-12 to 0-11 in front. Waterford however in the next ten minutes were outstanding. Orla Hickey levelled the matters with 12 minutes remaining on the clock, before Beth Carton took on the

Waterford versus Tipperary All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship at The Ragg, Thurles, on Saturday, 15th June, 2019 – Game Abandoned.

Tipperary defence and picking off a fine score from her left side. The De La Salle sharp shooter converted a free to extend Waterford’s lead before Waterford struck the only goal of the game with 10 minutes of normal time remaining, Dungarvan’s Orla Hickey the player to scramble the ball over the line. Beth Carton put Waterford six in front on 52 minutes when she split the posts from a free, but Tipperary over the next five minutes put over two frees from the stick of Cáit Devane to leave four between the sides. Next up for Waterford is a game against Dublin at Walsh Park this Saturday evening. Waterford: Brianna O’Regan; Iona Heffernan, Áine Lyng, Sibheal Harney; Kate Lynch, Lorraine Bray, Caoimhe McGrath; Shona Curran, Trish Jackman; Keeley CorbettBarry, Orla Hickey, Niamh Rockett;

Beth Carton, Sarah Lacey, Annie Fitzgerald. Subs: Emma Hannon for Shona Curran (22), Mairéad Power for Áine Lyng (35), Aoife Landers for Keeley Corbett-Barry (42). Scorers: Beth Carton 0-11 (0-5f, 0-1 ’45), Orla Hickey 1-2, Niamh Rockett, Sarah Lacey 0-1 each. Tipperary: Caoimhe Bourke; Julie Anne Bourke, Caroline Mullaney, Eimear Loughman; Clodagh Quirke, Karen Kennedy, Gemma Grace; Aoife McGrath, Megan Ryan; Orla O'Dwyer, Cáit Devane, Ereena Fryday; Nicole Walsh, Miriam Campion, Grace O’Brien. Subs: Niamh Treacy for Ereena Fryday (48), Mary Ryan for Aoife McGrath (53), Laura Loughnane for Megan Ryan (56. Scorers: Cáit Devane 0-6 (5f), Orla O’Dwyer 0-5, Ereena Fryday, Nicole Walsh, Grace O’Brien 0-1 each. Referee: Andrew Larkin (Cork).

[Noel Browne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

MUNSTER SENIOR LADIES FOOTBALL FINAL

Cork prove too strong at Fraher Field By Thomas Keane Waterford ...........................…. 0-9; Cork .................................…... 2-14. WATERFORD’S wait for a first Munster Senior Ladies Football title for the first time since 2002 continues as a fancied Cork side proved too strong in this year’s Provincial Final at Fraher Field on Sunday evening, running out winners with 11 points to spare over a Waterford side that never gave up. Ciaran Curran’s side will take plenty from this game going forward. When the sides clashed at the Cork IT Grounds three weeks previously the Rebellettes recorded a 3-22 to 0-7 victory which would have suggested that Waterford had no hope going into this game, but had lady luck shone on Waterford a few times in this game, the out-

come could well have been much different. In the second half of this game Katie Murray saw a goal-bound shot come off the bottom of the post five minutes into the second half after she was played in by Karen McGrath and when the ball came back out to the Waterford attack, winning a free on the 21 metre line but Maria Delahunty saw her effort come crashing off the crossbar when struck dead straight in front of goal, and just three minutes later Róisín Tobin played in a ball in front of the Cork goal which looked to be going just wide of the upright, but Michelle Ryan managed to keep it in play, but her fisted effort hit the post and went wide. It should be pointed out that Waterford in this game were without six players that would normally be considered for selection from

Waterford’s Aileen Wall heads towards goal during the Munster Ladies Football Senior Final at the Fraher Field. [Dan McGrath]

the start, as they were without Rebecca Casey, Megan Dunford, Caragh McCarthy, Liz Devine, Aisling Mullaney and Katy Hayes. Waterford played with the aid of the stiff breeze which blew towards the road goal in the first half and early on it looked as if they were really going to test Cork as the side hit the opening two scores inside two minutes. Maria Delahunty opened the scoring with 45 seconds on the clock and just over a minute later when Waterford won a free out on the bank side of the field the Abbeyside player stood over it. Her effort looked to be sailing over the Cork crossbar but fell short at the last second, but Michelle Ryan was on hand using her height to full advantage to punch the size four over the bar. Cork opened their count on five minutes when Niamh Cotter split the Waterford post and two minutes late Orla Finn levelled matters from a free. But Waterford would hit back with the next two scores first from Chloe Fennell and then Kelly Ann Hogan to open up a two point advantage for the second time in the game with 11 minutes played. The visitors to Fraher Field broke through a backed Waterford defence on 14 minutes when Aishling Hitchings played in the brilliant Saoirse Noonan who slotted past Rosie Landers to give her side a 1-2 to 0-4 advantage. Two points from Maria Delahunty within a minute of each other put Waterford back in front, before Eimear Kiely levelled matters with 11 minutes of the first half remaining. Two minutes later Maria Delahunty sent Katie Murray through on a one-on-one with Cork goalkeeper Martina O’Brien but the Comeragh Rangers player saw her effort rise just over the Cork crossbar when it looked as if a goal was on the cards. Cork however would finish the half the stronger of the two sides as

points from Orla Finn, Saoirse Noonan and Daire Kiely were registered to give the eventual winners a 1-6 to 0-7 advantage at the break. With the wind at their backs in the second half Cork proved to be too strong for Waterford. Points from Orla Finn, Saoirse Noonan and Niamh Cotter were hit in the first three minutes of the second half to stretch the Cork lead to five. When the ball went to the other end of the field Katie Murray saw the ball come back off the blue stripe at the bottom of the upright at the Country end of the ground and when the side playing in a changed Navy strip for this game won a free just seconds later Maria Delahunty saw her effort come crashing back off the crossbar. Daire Kiely extended Cork’s lead to six on 38 minutes and they stretched that to nine on 41 minutes when Niamh Cotter, Libby Coppinger and Saoirse Noonan all combined before the latter palmed to the Waterford net. Libby Coppinger got her name on the score sheet on 43 minutes and just seconds later it looked as if the Rebellettes would hit a third goal when Ciara O’Sullivan bore down on goal. The Mourneabbey player collided with the advancing Rosie Landers and with both

players on the ground the ball went in the direction of the Waterford goal, but Katie Murray cleared. Orla Finn extended Cork’s lead with a free nine minutes from time before Maria Delahunty opened Waterford’s account for the second half four minutes from time when she put over a free. Ciara O’Sullivan and Saoirse Noonan pointed for Cork within sixty seconds of each other and while Waterford would hit a point inside the last minute of the game from another Maria Delahunty free it proved to be but a mere consolation score for Ciaran Curran’s side. Waterford: Rosie Landers; Kate McGrath, Caoimhe McGrath, Mairead Wall; Róisín Tobin, Karen McGrath, Shauna Dunphy; Emma Murray, Katie Murray; Kelly Anne Hogan, Chloe Fennell, Maria Delahunty; Eimear Fennell, Michelle Ryan, Aileen Wall. Subs: Lauren McGregor for Eimear Fennell (44), Brigita Valuntaite for Róisín Tobin (53). Scorers: M Delahunty 0-5 (3f), K Murray 0-1, Ka Hogan 0-1, C Fennell 0-1, M Ryan 0-1. Cork: Martina O’Brien; Hannah Looney, Eimear Meaney, Melissa Duggan; Shauna Kelly, Aishling Hutchings, Eimear Kiely; Niamh Cotter, Orlagh Farmer; Ciara O'Sullivan, Eimear Scally, Daire

Kiely; Libby Coppinger, Saoirse Noonan, Orla Finn. Subs: Marie O'Callaghan for Orla Farmer (h-t), Áine O'Sullivan for Niamh Cotter (43), Emma Spillane for Daire Kiely (43), Rhona Ní Bhuachalla for Libby Coppinger (45) Claire O'Shea for Shauna Kelly (55). Scorers: Saoirse Noonan 2-3, Orla Finn 0-4 (2f), Daire Kiely, Niamh Cotter 0-2 each, Eimear Kiely, Ciara O'Sullivan, Libby Coppinger 0-1 each. Referee: Seamus Mulvihill (Kerry).

Waterford’s Maria Delahunty takes a shot at goal during the Munster Ladies Football Senior Final at the Fraher Field. [Dan McGrath]

The ‘Pop Up Pipers’ who entertained the crowd and performed the national anthem ahead of the Munster Ladies Gaelic Football Senior Final between Waterford and Cork at the Fraher Field. [Dan McGrath]

Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football Association BOOK YOUR PLACE ON OUR U-13, U-15 & U-17 DEVELOPMENT ACADEMIES This summer Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football Association is running development academies at u-13, u-15 and u-17. Each academy will involve eight sessions on the same day each week over the months of June, July & August. Costing just €35 these fun training sessions are open to all. At the completion of the academy, players will represent their county at a Blitz. Players who attend five or more sessions and also attend the Blitz qualify to be presented with a souvenir WLGFA Academy jersey. U-13 LADIES GAELIC FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY Players born in 2006 & 2007 Kilrossanty GAA Club Starting: Saturday, 13th July 2019 11:00 U-15 LADIES GAELIC FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY Players born in 2004 & 2005 Dungarvan GAA Club Starting: Wednesday, 24th July 2019 19:00

U-17 LADIES GAELIC FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY Players born in 2002 & 2003 Dungarvan GAA Club Starting: Monday, 24th June 2019 19:00 For further information or to book your tickets visit https://waterfordladiesfootball.ie or https://wlgfa.eventbrite.com. You can also book online on our Facebook page, click on events. BRIGITA VALUNTAITE PLAYER PROFILE Club: Ballymacarbry Sporting Achievements: Minor A County Champions 2018, 3 Senior A county titles, 2 u16 Munster C titles, Minor Munster B title. When & where did you start playing Ladies Football? 5th Class Ballymacarbry NS Biggest influence on your football career: Will Murphy and Michael O’Sullivan Sporting event you’d like to attend? NBA Final Favourite moment in sport? Post Primary School Ladies All Ireland Final 2019 Favourite Venue: Bansha

Favourite Ladies Footballer: Cora Staunton Sportsperson you’d most like to meet? Tommy Fury Toughest player to mark in training? Michelle Ryan The ‘joker’ on the panel? Cora Murray

If you won the lotto you’d buy? A nice first car. Favourite holiday destination: Mallorca Favourite Music: Pop Favourite Film: Coach Carter In ten years I hope to be: Finished college, travelling the

Michelle Ryan, Rosie Landers and Chloe Fennell wearing the new Waterford 'away' jersey which is available to purchase at www.thegaastore.com.

world. 7-a-side Ladies Football Dream Team: Lauren Fitzpatrick, Sadhbh Hallinan, Aisling Moloney, Michelle McGrath, Kellyann Hogan, Michelle Ryan. One thing you may not know about me: I have primary grade in piano. NEW AWAY JERSEY Waterford Ladies Senior Football have had a new away jersey presented to them by McKeever Teamwear for winning the Division 2 title. The jersey is available to purchase on the GAA Store website www.thegaastore.com. WLGFA RAFFLE IN AID OF U16 & SENIOR ALL IRELAND SERIES Tickets are €2 each and are available from players & mentors. Prizes are €200, €150, €100 and €50. The draw takes place on the 29th June. WLGFA ONLINE Stay up to date with the latest news from WLGFA by following us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You can find all our fixtures and results on our new web site www.wa-

terfordladiesfootball.ie On Facebook find us at @WaterfordLadiesFootball on Twitter and Instagram we are @WaterfordLGFA CLUBS If any clubs need help publicising events email us at pro.waterford@lgfa.ie or contact us via WLGFA social media.

Brigita Valuntaite, Ballymacarbry LGFC & Waterford.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Bord na nÓg Port Lairge U-13 County Football Finals DIVISION 1

Gaultier outgun Clanna Gael in epic battle Gaultier …………………….. 1-07; Clanna Gael ……………….. 0-02. WEDNESDAY evening in Fraher Field a frantic end-to-end game was played out by the top two teams in the division. The first half was dominated by Gaultier who failed to make their dominance felt on the scoreboard. Ross Nolan had managed to squeeze over a couple of points from the small amount of space he was given by the under pressure Clan na Gael defence and David Leavey who took over the free kicks half way through the first half and a point from Rory O’Grady gave Gaultier a 3 point lead heading into the dying minutes of the first half. Clan na Gael has managed to stay in the game and points from Charlie Power and Jack McGrath made it only “the kick of a ball” between the teams at 5 points to 2. Clanna Gael then had a goal scoring opportunity that went astray which would have had the sides level and then Clan na Gael were then awarded a free kick close in which was taken quickly and to the net but the referee called it back and the chance was gone. Clanna Gael next had a 45 however the decision to go short was punished by Gaultier who went up the other end and Ross Nolan and David Leavey each got their 3rd points of the half to give Gaultier a seven point to two point lead at half time. That’s the way it stayed for 24 minutes of the second half with Jamie Clancy, Charlie Moore and Darragh Murphy putting up strong performances at the back for Clan Na Gael while the strong running of Gaultier players Conor Tobin and Conor Murphy failed to break the Clan na Gael hearts. Jack McGrath and Darragh Murphy tried hard to push Clan na Gael on and Gaultier responded by sending Sean Kelly into the fray and he caused further problems down the right side for Clan na Gael but as the game hung in the balance a goal was always going to decide the winner. Unfortunately for Clanna Gael it never came and right at the death Daniel Doyle got in behind the Clan na Gael defence and Mark Green in goal who had played a blinder for Clan na Gael gave way and Gaultier scored the goal to clinch the title. Deserved winners and a proud and resilient Clan na Gael lost nothing in defeat. Presentation: County Bord na nÓg Chairman, Eric Furlong was on hand to make the presentation congratulated both team on reaching the Division 1 final and the standard of football they have played throughout the campaign. Eric also paid tribute to his fellow Bord na nÓg Officers for all their hard work in running these championships. Gaultier: 1. Colm Hartley, 2. Shay Kennedy, 3. Daniel Doyle, 4. Dylan Coady, 5. Sean Dowd, 6. Sam McLoughlin, 7. Odhran Bolger, 8. Philip Power, 9. David Leavey Captain, 10. Fergal O'Brien, 11. Conor Murphy, 12. Ross Nolan, 13. Rúairí Walsh, 14. Conor Tobin, 15. Rory O'Grady, 17. Ben Hennessy, 18. Séan Kelly, 19. Bart Szpilka, 20. Alan Grant, 21. Ben Walsh, 22. Scott Keappock, 23. Tom Carey. Clanna Gael: 1. Mark Green, 2. Brendan Kelly, 3. Charlie Moore, 4. Jamie Clancy, 5. Ollie Buck, 6. Darragh Murphy, 7. Tom Scully, 8. Jack McGrath (Joint Capt.), 9. Neil Allen, 10. Sean Mackey (Joint Capt.), 11. Mossie Quade, 12. Cillian O’Shea, 13. Cian Queally, 14. Ryan Connelly, 15. Charlie

The Nire Under 13 Footballers, Division 2 County Finalists 2019. Power, 16. Kevin Doyle, 17. Fred Moore, 18. Colin Lambert, 19. Luke Higgins, 20. Andrew Gold, 21. Cillian Brennan, 22. Dylan Farrell.

DIVISION 2

Late Keane point secures victory for St. Saviours St. Saviours ……………….. 1-06; The Nire ……………………. 1-05. A fantastic game of Gaelic Football played in ideal conditions in a splendidly turned out Fraher Field saw St. Saviours crowned the U13 Division 2 County Champions after a thrilling, titanic battle for supremacy befitted a major final. Right from the throw-in Saviours went on the attack with Captain Darragh Jacob unlucky to fire wide of the Nire’s posts but within less than a minute The Nire took the lead when Adam Guiry won possession to set up Pat Walsh for the opening score of the game. Despite this early advantage The Nire men must have known they were in the midst of a right battle when first of all Saviours corner back Ben Boland ran the length of the field to spurn a goal chance and in the fifth minute of the half Darragh Corcoran got on the end of a nice attacking move to score a super goal from play – his teams opening score of the game delivering a two point lead. It was all St. Saviours at this stage with Darragh Jacob and Sean Keane doing very well in the mid field engine room of their team. The Nire needed to make something happen and in the seventh minute they bounced back into the lead when Pat Walsh fielded a kickout and found Adam Guiry on the run to shoot a speculative shoot from long range that travelled all the way to the Saviours net to put them back in front on the narrowest of margins. Indeed, The Nire could have easily increased their lead midway through the half but the were a little wayward in front of the posts. Possession was turning over at an incredible rate as Adam Guiry made a brave block on a Saviours defensive clearance and upon securing the ball he was almost immediately dispossessed by his marker. Gerard Long was doing well on the Nire’s half back line and made a crucial intervention to block a kick from Saviours dangerman Daniel Byrne just before Josh Nolan shot wide of the Nire’s posts after sustained Saviours pressure and further blocks from the Nire’s defenders. A quick free late in the half from Sean Keane was dropped to Josh Nolan who immediately laid it back to Keane who then hand passed it back to Nolan once more and with the Nire’s defenders almost dizzy from this interchange Nolan shot wide of the mark but make no mis-

take St. Saviours were now in control of the game. Another excellently executed turnover from Jamie Swift for Saviours saw a shot hit The Nire’s posts and with less than 10 minutes left in the half Saviours finally levelled the match when Sean Keane pointed from a 45 and then the same man drove forward to slot yet another point from play and somehow just moments later he fielded a high ball within the shadow of his own goal from a speculative Nire free kick – I was starting to wonder were there two Sean Keane’s on the field. The Nire finally lifted the siege with great work from Pat Walsh and Adam Guiry – Adam fielding one notable kick out under pressure, an effort that would have been a mark at other age groups. With two minutes left in the half everybody was reminded of the importance of having a good goalkeeper when firstly St. Saviours goalkeeper Sam Roberts was called into action to make a fine save after Long, Walsh and McMagh combined to set up Paddy Spelman for a good chance of a three pointer and then the Nire’s Cian Sheehan saved a Josh Nolan shot from very close range but the rebound was to find Rhys Grant who made no mistake with his shot to give St. Saviours a two point lead at the break on a score of 1-03 to 1-01. Saviours went on the attack immediately from the throw-in with Sean Kean going on the offensive only to be stopped by Gerard Long in the heart of the Nires defence and Paddy Spelman had to repel another Saviour attacked seconds after that. In the second minute in a great display of individual skill Adam Guiry had a fine shot from his right boot saved and securing the ball from the rebound fired wide

of the posts with his left! The score of the game came in the sixth minute of the half when Josh Nolan soloed into space on the left-hand side of the pitch and barely glanced at the posts before dissecting them with a fine longrange effort to increase the lead to three points The game was starting to slip away from The Nire and when they needed a response they got it from mid fielder Pat Walsh who scores the first of two points from a free before he broke through the Saviours defence and with space at a premium elected to punch the ball over the bar leaving just a point between them at a vital stage of the game. Now it was St. Saviours turn to feel the pressure but they were to deal with it very well when Daniel Byrne went on a long solo run deep into Nire territory to shoot a lovely point from play over the bar – an excellent individual effort. It was end to end stuff at this stage with the destination of the title very much in doubt and the Nire’s Pat Walsh had the deficit back down to just a point with a good score of his own from play. A period of sustained Nire pressure was to ensue and after some great work out field Michael McMagh popped up on the end of a move to score a very valuable point to level the match with 10 minutes left on the clock. Very late in the game a stray ball was picked up by St. Saviours Daniel Byrne in the danger zone and an under pressure Nire defence who had played fantastically during the game conceded a free and showing nerves of steel St Saviours Sean Keane stepped forward to score a precious point to finally put some slender daylight between the teams. For the last few minutes of the game the Nire worked themselves to a standstill to try and find an equaliser but it was not to materialise with Saviours goalkeeper Sam Roberts coming to his teams rescue on one occasion and it was St Saviours who prevailed on a final score of 1-06 to 1-05. Presentation: County Bord na nÓg Chairman, Eric Furlong was on hand to make the presentation to the St. Saviours Captain Darragh Jacob. Eric praised both teams on a truly excellent game of football and also thanked his fellow Bord na nÓg Officers, Pádraig Nolan, Angela Whelan for all their excellent unseen and often unrecognised work in the run up to these

Clashmore Under 13 Footballers, Division 3 County Finalists 2019.

finals. Eric also thanked Eddie O’Shea and County Treasurer for their steadfast dedication to underage Gaelic games in the Déise County. The Nire: 1. Cian Sheehan, 2. Matthew Ryan, 3. Padraig Byrne, 4. Paddy Spellman, 5. Gerard Long, 6. Reece Peters, 7. Pat Walsh, 8. Micheal McMagh, 9. Andrew Ryan, 10. Adam Guiry (Capt.), 11. Cian O'Keefe (JC), 12. Oscar Ó Conaill, 13. Rian Wise, 14. Oran Sheehan, 15.Conor Walsh, 16. David Wall, 17. David Ryan. St. Saviours: 1. Sam Roberts, 2. Ben Boland, 3. Evan Walsh, 4. Josh Jacob, 5. Oisín Taylor, 6. Lee Kirwan, 7. Darragh Jacob (Capt.), 8. Sean Keane, 9. John Cash, 10. Daniel Byrne, 11. Rhys Grant, 12. Darragh Corcoran, 13. Tommy Mullally, 14. Shane Moran, 15. Josh Nolan, 16. Eoin Brosnan, 17. Jamie Swift, 18. Senan Wyse, 19. Adam Jacob, 20. Alex Sullivan, 21. Sammy Hanrahan, 22. Jason Healy, 23. Shane O’Sullivan.

DIVISION 3

O’Keeffe’s second half goals secure title for Mount Sion Mount Sion ………………… 3-07; Clashmore Kinsalebeg …... 1-07. The final score of this game belies the fact that Mount Sion were far from firing on all cylinders in the first half of this Division 3 decider and despite ultimately winning they went into the half time break a point down to a Clashmore Kinsalebeg side that were not exactly dominant but doing enough to fine their scores and stay ahead in the game. Ciaran Ryan won the throw-in for Clashmore Kinsalebeg and almost immediately set up Callum Royale for their opening point of the game and the same player extended the lead to two just after Ciarán was himself denied a goal by the Mount Sion posts and it was all Clashmore at this early stage. Mount Sion responded with a point of their own to get off the mark but Clashmore Kinsale Beg regained the two point lead with a pointed free from Oísin Ryan. Mount Sion’s Dan Regan was also unlucky early in the half to have a good shot saved by Clashmore Kinsalebeg’s goalkeeper Robert Riordan. Mount Sion were next to score with a good effort from play off the boot of Emanuel Adebayo but Clashmore Kinsalebeg had a healthy 3 point cushion minutes later when Oisín Ryan struck two points in quick succession from play and a placed ball. With time running out in the half Mount Sion

piled on the pressure and were rewarded when a goal was scored after a lengthy goalmouth scramble where the Clashmore Kinsalebeg backs managed to clear the ball several times before finally conceding. Mount Sion got off to a great start in the second half creating a chance for a long range pointed free from Dan Regan that levelled the match for the first time since the start of the first half and they could have indeed raced into an even stronger lead when a good goal chance was blocked moments later. Almost from the kick out Clashmore Kinsalebeg went back down the field to score a point of their own from Oisín Ryan to retain a one point lead with only three minutes gone in the half. However, the game was to take a decisive turn in the fourth minute when Mount Sion’s Jared O’Keeffe was found in space on the left hand side of the field and turning goalwards in the blink of an eye he somehow managed to fire a rocket of a shot, the score of the game, to the back of the Clashmore Kinsalebeg net putting Mount Sion ahead by two however nobody was opening the champagne just yet as there was alot of time left on the clock. Alas for Clashmore Kinsalebeg the scores were to dry up for thwe latter part of the contest with the majority of activity closer to their goal than their opponents. Several more Mount Sion points from Jared O’Keeffe, Emanuel Adebayo and Dan Regan left a comfortable margin behind them and yet another goal from Jared left no real doubt as to who would be crowned Champions. To their credit, an under strength Clashmore Kinsalebeg never gave up on the cause and played their hearts out right the very end with a very late Ciaran Ryan goal their reward. They also had a massive chance for a goal when Callum Royale saw his shot, which looked a certain goal strike the corner of the Mount Sion Crossbar and right hand post. Congratulations to Mount Sion and well done to both teams on a fantastic game of football. Presentation: County Bord na nÓg Chairman, Eric Furlong was on hand to make the presentation to the St. Saviours Captain Darragh Jacob. Eric praised both teams on a truly excellent game of football and also thanked his fellow Bord na nÓg Officers, Pádraig Nolan, Angela Whelan for all their excellent unseen and often unrecognised work in the run up to these finals. Eric also thanked Eddie O’Shea and County Treasurer for their steadfast dedication to underage Gaelic games in the Déise County. Clashmore Kinsalebeg: 1. Robert Riordan, 2. Liam Devine, 3. Rian Power, 4. Mossie Keogh, 5. Peter Buckner, 6. Conor Kelly-Carey, 7. Oisín Ryan (Capt.), 8. Noah O’Sullivan, 9. Darragh Ryan, 10. Neil Tivy, 11. Callum Royale, 12. Evan Daly, 13. Ciarán Ryan, 14. Dominic Sellars, 15. Emmet Kelleher, 16. Matthew Budds, 19. Mark Cashel, 20. Oscar Hall, 21. Aaron Daly, 22. Rory O’Brien. Mount Sion: 1. Calvin Martin, 2. Marc O’Connor, 3. Ross Byrne, 4. Alex Walsh, 5. Ben Hennessy, 6. Jack Kirwan, 7. Evan Flanagan, 8. Emanuel Adebayo, 9. Sam Byrne Russell (J. Capt.), 10.Sean Reilly, 11. Jared O’Keefe, 12. Tommy Walsh (J. Capt.), 13. Dan Regan, 14 Jamie Croke, 15 Conor Foran, 17 Tadgh Corcoran, 18 Aaron Mackey, 19 Marcus Carricajo Gimarè, 20 Aaron Coughlan. 21 Dylan Ryan, 22 Adam Cummins.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Gaelic Jottings Munster Senior Ladies Football Final THERE was a large gathering at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening for the 2019 Ladies Munster Senior Football Final between Cork and Waterford. The result went in its expected direction but the Deise squad put in a very respectable performance against the present year Queenpins of ladies football in the country. The Munster Council were responsible for the organisation at the venue on the day and they got off to a bad start with only one admission gate in operation. This produced a long queue outside the grounds with a large number of patrons missing out on the first ten minutes of the action. Waterford performed very well in the opening half with the wind at their backs and they led by 0-4 to 0-2 after 11 minutes. Though overworked, the defence intercepted a number of Cork goal scoring opportunities very capably led by centre back Karen McGrath who showed that she is as good as any lady footballer in the country. The Cork full forward Saoirse Noonan scored a well worked goal in the 14th minute but, credit Waterford, a brace of Maria Delahunty points shot Waterford back into the lead four minutes later on a score of 0-6 to 1-2. The home team also led in the 22nd minute by 0-7 to 1-3 thanks to an Katie Murray point before Cork finished the half strongly to lead by 1-6 to 0-7 at the break. With the wind at their backs on the restart, Cork naturally enjoyed more of the play but Waterford dug deep and contested to the final hooter. Five minutes into the new half, Cork led by 1-9 to 0-7 when lady luck turned its back on the Deise team. A very well worked move split the Cork defence wide open but Katie Murray’s attempt at goal came back of the butt of the upright and went across the front of the goal. Immediately after this a Maria Delahunty free attempt came back off the crossbar and a side ranked as outsiders in such a game requires these kind of scores to keep their challenge alive. Cork full forward Saoirse Noonan put the game out of sight in the 41st minute with her second major but Waterford kept battling away and a further two Maria Delahunty pointed frees added to the team’s first half tally. Overall, Cork were not dispossessed throughout while they were regularly capable of turning over Waterford ball. The local team has come a long way with a Division 2 National league title and two wins over Kerry in the championship. They can now look forward to the All Ireland championship where they will learn further as this team continues to develop. Last Sunday was a huge occasion at the Shandon venue, it was well supported and it was good to have the final played locally.

Camogie girls denied win THE camogie championship game between Waterford and Tipperary at The Ragg was abandoned last Saturdsy due to a serious injury to a Tipperary player with four minutes of normal time remaining and the Déise girls leading by 1-15 to 0-14. Beth Carton was in scintillating form for Waterford shooting eight points, while Orla Hickey claimed the goal. Orla O’Dwyer had five points for Tipperary but the match had to be called off as a Tipperary player remained on the field for a lengthy spell with a reported concussion injury. The game will be replayed.

Patrons queue at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening as the game is being played inside the grounds.

Looking forward to 2020 WATERFORD manager Paraic Fanning believes he is the man to take the county forward following a disastrous 2019 Munster SHC campaign. Fanning looked a dejected figure as he walked off Pairc Ui Chaoimh last weekend in the aftermath of a 13-point defeat to the Rebels, which brought an end to their campaign as they finished with four defeats from four games. This means that the Déise make an early exit from the championship, but Fanning is convinced that he can turn things around. “We need to reflect and review and make informed decisions ourselves then because the championship goes so quickly and you go from game to game,” said Fanning. “Now there is a little bit of headspace for people. You’re coming from a match on a Sunday and then there’s another match on a Saturday. There’s not much time when you’re getting the team ready for the following week. “Our championship is over now for this year. We’ve got to have a good look at things then and that’s what we’ll do. I have a fair idea of what we need to do.”

Brian O’Halloran retires from County Hurling WATERFORD hurler Brian O’Halloran has announced his retirement from intercounty hurling. The Clashmore/Kinsalebeg player has been part of the Waterford senior hurling squad for the past ten years, but is still only 28 years old. Retiring at his age is a sign of the demands on a modern day inter county hurler, but O’Halloran leaves with fond memories having joined the squad as a teenager. “I’ve been there since I was a child in a lot of ways and I felt the time was right to step away,” “I thought a few months ago that it would be my last year. As things transpired this year, it was a bad year for us and I felt I had nothing more to contribute and I wanted to do different things in my life. I had ten years done, it was the right time to move on and leave the lads at it.” Brian joined the squad as soon as he completed his Leaving Cert and won a Munster title at 19 years of age, while he also scored in the 2017 All-Ireland SHC final defeat to Galway. He probably didn’t get as much game time as he would have wished and deserved in the past few years but he more often than not worked the

scoreboard when he was introduced in league and championship games.

Quiz Tie-Breaker WHAT county used nine different goalkeepers in the one year may well be a quiz question in the future. The answer may surprise many as the Waterford footballers were the county to use nine different goalkeepers through the 2019 campaign. The tale of their goalkeepers is full of woe as injury after injury saw them call on numerous different ‘keepers. This was highlighted last month when Waterford manager Benji Whelan handed Darren Mulhearne his championship debut against Clare in the Munster SFC. And it was Mulhearne who was centre stage for the opening round of the qualifiers against Westmeath last weekend, but on this occasion for the wrong reason. A freak injury in the warm up before the game saw Mulhearne arrive at Cusack Park on crutches and his place went to Paudie Hunt who only joined the squad a couple of weeks earlier. “It’s the death knell for anyone to come in and be a keeper for us! That’s the ninth keeper we have had in from start to finish”. Whelan added that Mulhearne’s injury could see him sidelined for some time. “We think he cracked his ankle, very unfortunate. We were over in Mullingar Shamrocks just warming up there. Just an innocuous incident. The ground was absolutely perfect; it’s whatever way he came down. We think it’s broken.” Can you name the nine goalies. Stephen Enright, Aaron Beresford, David Whitty, Darren Mulhearne and Paudie Hunt come to mind. Four more?

Fixture Review THE Club Players Association has welcomed the GAA Fixtures Calendar Review Task Force which has been established by GAA President John Horan. The CPA, which will be represented by Michael Higgins of Galway, described the soon-tobe-started Fixture review process as “an unprecedented opportunity to accomplish real change”. A CPA statement reads: “The fact that we have a highly experienced group established and a firm time frame in place means that GAA Club Players across the country know that their concerns are being taken seriously. “All players will observe the Task Force outcomes with great interest. The Task

force has both an onerous job and an unprecedented opportunity to accomplish real change. “After engaging in extensive discussion and lobbying the CPA is encouraged that this is now a priority for GAA management, as evidenced by the calibre and integrity of the people who are tasked with reviewing the calendar. “The Task Force members are eleven experienced GAA members who are deeply involved in their own clubs and embedded in our Association. This should give grounds for optimism that the Fixtures Calendar is being addressed, root and branch and from the bottom up. “Every GAA player is a club player first and foremost and they deserve a meaningful programme of fixtures to play the games they love. “The CPA has undertaken a significant volume of work on fixture analysis and in modelling calendar options. This material has all already been supplied to the office of An Uachtarán in 2018 and we stand ready to provide other information and support as required to aid the process. “We wish the Task Force, including our own representative Michael Higgins, every success in their work.”

Scor Na Seachtaine CONOR Prunty’s first half point from his left side near the sideline for Abbeyside in the John A Murphy senior hurling tournament final against Dungarvan last Friday evening

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s feature on the Fraher Field Classics Facebook page courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the report on the newspaper dated Saturday June 14th 1969 of the first round Munster senior football championship replay between Waterford and Tipperary at the Fraher Field. Waterford 0-15; Tipperary 0-14.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the family of Mrs. Eileen Geary, Tallow who has died.

Dublin Pride Parade THE Dublin Pride Parade takes place on 29 June, 2019 and an tUachtarán John

Horan announced that for the first time the GAA will officially participate in this parade. The attached letter is for general circulation and seeks to draw attention not just to the GAA participation but to indicate and publicise that members and their families are invited to join together and walk under the GAA banner at the parade. The GAA colleagues in LGFA and Camogie have also been invited to walk under the GAA banner at the parade. Any person walking in the parade must wear the parade wristband, which will be provided for them. If those wishing to walk may apply to genderdiversity@gaa.ie who will make contact with them and inform them of meeting up arrangements etc and how they will be supplied with their wristband. The occasion will enable the GAA to join with others in showing respect and support for members of the LGBTQ+ community and follows on the supportive comments of an tUachtarán at last February’s GAA Congress. As stated at the announcement of our participation, the GAA has a huge presence in Irish life and we 100 places have so far been allocated to the GAA section of the parade and flags, banners etc will be provided for participants who will also be expected to wear their Club or County jersey when walking in the parade.

Official pushes Player CLARE joint senior hurling manager Gerry O'Connor was sent to the stands by referee Paud O'Dwyer following a sideline incident with Cork's Daniel Kearney in the 14th minute and speaking on The Sunday Game, Laois boss Brennan had no sympathy for him. "The ball breaks off Aidan Walsh's leg. Gerry O'Connor gets involved and for me it's an absolute no no. You just cannot handle a player when you are an official. It's just an absolute no no," the former Kilkenny star noted. "In doing what he did, he causes (Daniel) Kearney's hurl to clip Malone but I think what we are seeing here is the pressure of the occasion. I have never seen him this irate and maybe it is just the circumstances of it.” "For me, an official cannot put his hand on a player. We saw it in Nowlan Park a couple of years ago where Davy Fitzgerald got penalised for doing that and rightly so." Despite the win, the Banner exited the championship on scoring difference.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

Senior Hurling Championship games main attraction this weekend JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP – GROUP A

Ballygunner Dungarvan Tallow Clonea

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Mt. Sion Abbeyside Fourmilewater Roanmore

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JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP – GROUP C

De La Salle Passage Bduff Upper Lismore

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GROUP C

Clonea -v- Tallow in Fraher Field Saturday, June 22nd at 6.00 p.m.

Abbeyside -v- Mt. Sion in Walsh Park Saturday, June 22nd at 7.00 p.m.

Lismore -v- Ballyduff Upper in Cappoquin Thursday, June 30th at 7.45 p.m.

IT HAS been a good number of years since these two clubs have met in the County SHC and this Group A game provides a novel pairing for a very important game for both this Saturday evening. Tallow will count themselves unlucky not to get a draw or even more against Dungarvan in Round 1 while Clonea performed well enough against Ballygunner to show that they are capable of doing well in their remaining Group games. Tallow will enter this contest as the favourites on their senior experience alone while this year they are unbeaten in the County senior hurling league and have qualified for the semi-final stages. The potential of Tommy Ryan to be a match winner will entertain much of Clonea’s thoughts during this hour of hurling while Jordan Henley, Kieran Geary, Ryan Grey, the O’Brien brothers with Paul back in good form also, Darah Buckley, Ian and Rob Beecher forming the nucleas of a team that is improving. After a number of close misses, Clonea returned to the senior grade this year and their young side will not fear any opposition in this group. They possess a lively forward division in such as Billy and James Power, Ciaran Power and Conor Dalton while Willie Hahessy, Robbie Flynn, Michael Curry and Ronan Cahill will lead their side’s challenge from further out the field. Clonea scored 0-18 in their first roind game against Ballygunner last April but the capabilities of Tallow to score goals could be the difference here. This could prove to be one of the closest games of Round 2. Ryan Grey (Tallow). Forecast: Tallow.

MOUNT Sion created a stir in the city when they defeated Roanmore by 3-17 to 0-13 in their first round game as their local rivals were fancied to win against a youthful and developing ‘Sion side. The Monastery men will see this challenge against last year finalists Abbeyside as a gauge of their progress and playing in Walsh Park will do them no harm at all. Martin F O’Neill, Stephen Roche and Austin Gleeson will be expected to lead the way for Mt. Sion who, on their first round win, seem to have turned a corner this year. A win here would go a long way to earning a quarter final spot but their opposition will be thinking likewise after their first round win over Fourmilewater. Abbeyside enjoyed a very good year in 2018 and the aim must now Conor Prunty (Abbeyside). be to build on that this year. They won well against Fourmilewater in Round 1 on a score of 2-16 to 0-13 but a few of their regulars are currently in America such as Neil Montgomery, Darragh McGrath and John Elstead and it will be interesting to see if they are brought back for this match. The Villagers have a junior side in contention for honours this year and if their regular seniors are not available, they could lose some to the higher grade. Mark Ferncombe is still the main threat up front while Conor Prunty, David Collins, John and Patrick Hurney and Michael O’Halloran will be required as leaders for this one. Abbeyside, at full strength, will be the favourites for this game while all eyes will be on Mount Sion to see if they can build on their emphatic first round win. Forecast: Abbeyside.

It’s great to see senior championship hurling back in the Sportsfield this year on a pitch that is always immaculate at this time of the year. The one drawback may be the starting time if the weather is overcast, however all concentration will be on this local derby which is sure to attract a good attendance to the Cornerstone venue. Lismore played very well against De La Salle in Round 1, before going under by 2-21 to 1-18 and on that display they will be the clear favourites to collect their first brace of championship points. Maurice Shanahan was on fire that day as was Ray Barry and Paudie Prendergast, all three in attack, and if they can repeat that form, this trio will be very difficult to stop having an influence on proceedings. Lismore are a refreshed outfit in 2019, John Prendergast is back in the fold and Jack Prendergast has received some great experience on the inter County scene. What was also noticeable about the Lismore Maurice Shanahan (Lismore). team the last day is the improvement in all of their players, the task now being, can they repeat this form for the rest of the year? Ballyduff, themselves will be happy with their first round performance against a rated Passage fifteen. Though beaten by 2-17 to 2-13, they were in with a shout of winning for much of the game before Passage brought on what proved to be match winners off the bench. Three of the Murrays will be playing on their home field this time out with Fionnan after joining Conor and Eoin on the Ballyduff team. The Reds won’t mind coming into this game as outsiders as they have hurlers every bit as good as their opposition in such as Mikey Kearney, Andrew, Sean and Kevin Casey, Seamus and Jamie Hannon and Michael Kearney, their challenge being to produce their best form on the night. Well done to the fixtures committee for fixing this match for Cappoquin, it will be looked forward to by all Western Gaels this week and hopefully the standard of hurling will match the occasion. Forecast: Lismore.

Ballygunner -v- Dungarvan in Walsh Park Sunday, June 23rd at 3.45 p.m. MUNSTER Senior hurling champions Ballygunner have their eyes set on six County senior hurling championship titles in a row and following their 2-27 to 0-18 win over Clonea, they will, as in every game they will play this year, be favourites to beat Dungarvan in Walsh Park this Sunday. There is no good time to play the Gunners and though Brian and David O’Sullivan are reported to be retired and Philip Mahony is recovering from injury, the champs have the strength in depth to counteract these negatives. Dungarvan enjoyed the luck of the green against Tallow, surviving eventually on a score of 0-22 to 3-12 but they will need to raise some green flags here if they are going to give their highly rated opposition a game of it. Patrick Curran is a doubtful starter due to injury while goalie Darren Duggan has retired after many years sterling service. All Ireland minor wining captain from 2013, Kevin Daly, now plies his trade in the number 11 jersey while this year’s side is captained by both Ryan Donnolly and John Curran. The Blues will be looking for a performance ahead of the rest of the championship but it is the champions who are everybody’s favourites to continue their winning sequence. Forecast: Ballygunner.

Joe Duggan (Dungarvan).

Fourmilewater -v- Roanmore in Fraher Field Saturday, June 22nd at 7.30 pm. BOTH teams will be disappointed with their first round showings and will not want to lose two games in succession. These sides are no strangers to one another and hardly a year passes but they are grouped together or meet one another in the knock-out stages. Roanmore have had the better of things in recent games and over the past three years they have looked like a team that is on an upward curve. However, their performance against Mt. Sion was poor and this match will tell us even more about their current well being. Fourmile still require the services of Shane Walsh up front and it will be interesting will he start or play at all. A number of the team have been heavily involved with the senior footballers as Jamie Barron and Conor Gleeson have been with the hurlers. The club has had a poor senior hurling league and last weekend was probably the first time they had all their players available. In the circumstances, Roanmore, who had nobody County tied over the past few months, have had more time to prepare and this may well be the difference between the teams on the night. Forecast: Roanmore.

Shane Ryan (Fourmilewater).

De La Salle -v- Passage in Walsh Park Sunday, June 23rd at 2.00 p.m. THIS all Eastern championship game will get the sliotar rolling in a double header in Walsh Park this Sunday and if the first round form repeats itself, then De La Salle should come out on top. At the moment, they look like the only side that can give Ballygunner a game of it this year, they staved off a strong challenge from Lismore in round 1 and then finished strongly to win by 0-6. Jack Fagan was their key player in attack in that game while Shane Ryan, Eddie Meaney and Adam Farrell have developed into fine senior players. Add in Shane McNulty, Kevin Moran, Jack Dillon and Eoin Madigan, their competent goalie Shaun O’Brien and other players from their three County under 21 winning years and they would seem to have the armoury to launch a strong bid for this year’s title. However, one day at a time and on Sunday they will face a Passage side that have beaten them in the past. The seasiders form though against Ballyduff was below par and it took an inspired sub Liam Flynn to turn the game their way. Noel Connors, Killian Fitzgerald, Owen Connors and Pa Walsh will be required as leaders for this one and it is a tough task that they face. What Passage have done workwise in the meantime will have a major bearing on the outcome but on all known form DLS should pick up their second brace of championship points this Sunday. Forecast: De La Salle.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

THE LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR ‘A’ HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship making progress Thursday, 20th June Kilrossanty -V- Abbeyside at 8.00 p.m. in Fraher Field Friday, 21st June Tourin -V- St. Mary’s at 8.00 p.m. in Cappoquin Saturday 22nd June Colligan -V- Geraldines at 7.00 in Bushy Park THE Local Bar Western ‘A’ junior hurling championship will see action over the three days of this coming weekend with fixtures in the Fraher Field, Cappoquin and Bushy Park. The first game between Abbeyside and Kilrossanty has the makings of a great game of hurling and it is a fixture that would be well worth a visit. Abbeyside currently top the table with two wins out of two while Kilrossanty are in second spot on points difference over three other sides.

Paul Keating (Kilrossanty).

Both teams are unbeaten and it should be a close run affair with Abbeyside, perhaps fielding this same fifteen for the last time due to senior requirements, favoured to maintain their winning sequence. Forecast: Abbeyside. ST. Marys were disappointing in their first round game v Abbeyside but they recovered to beat Colligan in round 2. Tourin are in a more serious position, though no team is out of contention at the end of the Group games. They lost to both Abbeyside and Colligan after beating Geraldines in their first game and they will be hoping to get back to winning ways here. This may be the first time that the four Fives brothers Shane, Darragh, Niall and Gavin line out together in championship fare for Tourin but St. Mary’s look to have a better balanced side and they can edge this expected closely competitive game. Forecast: St. Mary’s. GERALDINES have turned their football year around and they will be hoping to do the same in the small ball game this week after two previous losses to Tourin and Kilrossanty. Their form will indeed have to improve as Colligan are worthy opponents and at their best will be favoured to record their second win here. However, nothing succeeds like success and the Gers will enter this match in a positive frame of mind and it may be a turnaround in their hurling fortunes this year. Meanwhile a number stretched Colligan went down heavily to St. Mary’s in their first round game but they recovered with a 0-4 win over Tourin in round 2. This has the makings of a close game with the accuracy of Johnny Wall and Ger O’Donovan from placed alls perhaps deciding the issue. Forecast: Colligan.

Jerome Maher (Geraldines).

LOCAL BAR JUNIOR B HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Sunday, June 23rd Tallow -V- Ballyduff at 12 noon in Lismore KEPT over from last week, this game will tell us about the championship prospects of both clubs. Both have launched a youth policy bar a few perennials on both teams and the result shoud be a good display of hurling at the Lismore grounds where the club has recently erected new railings as part of their ongoing development plans. Back to the game and Tallow are the front runners in this year’s championship and they can make it three wins in a row after a stiff test from Mossie Casey charges. Forecast: Tallow.

Tramore GAA Club unveiled its brand-new digital clock and scoreboard, courtesy of the GAA’s official Timing Sponsor EirGrid, in the company of Eoghan O'Sullivan and several young Club Hurling & Camogie players. Left to Right Kim McGrath, Caomhe Hurley, Conor Keane, Elen Curran, Star Taylor, Liam Ryan, Leah O'Banya. and Tom Cullen back row representing Tramore GAA Club committee. The club won this super prize as part of EirGrid’s #MomentsInTime campaign. The competition encouraged GAA fans to publicly share a picture of their favourite GAA moment using #EirGridGAA. The fantastic prize included delivery and installation of a top of the range, LED, digital clock and scoreboard worth €6,000. EirGrid is a state-owned company that manages and develops Ireland's electricity grid. For more information please see www.eirgrid.com.

PREVIEW WEST INTER HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

Three Intermediate Hurling Championship games this week Ballinameela -v- Stradbally in Fraher Field Friday, June 21st at 8 pm. STRADBALLY return to the Fraher Field for the third time this year on Friday evening still seeking their first win in this year’s Comeragh Oil Western IHC. They come up against a Ballinameela side that have lost their only game to date, a thriller against An Rinn last March on a score of 3-19 to 0-25. The out of bound Shane Aherne will be a loss to the Reds but the Michael Walsh led side will be striving to make up for last Sunday’s loss and so keep their championship prospects alive. Similarly, Ballinameela require a win to keep in touch with the front runners in this Group and perhaps they have a better balanced team to achieve just that. Ace forward Brendan Phelan is expected to lead their bid on a side that is comprised mainly of the Phelans, Currans, Loobys and Culloos. Forecast: Ballinameela.

Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg -v- Shamrocks in Ardmore Saturday, June 22nd at 3 pm THE timing of this match may not suit anybody doing the silage this Saturday but it is an attractive fixture at

the seaside venue between two teams that currently top Group A. Shamrocks have full points from their two games but they will need to show consistency in both halves if they are to edge closer to a qualifying spot. They could be without the two Roches due to injury and that could have a say in the result. Clashmore / Kinsalebeg are the current Western champions, they have a first round win against Stradbally under their belt and, at their best, they can top the table this weekend on points difference. A negative for the champions may be that they have not played a championship game since the start of April when they were short some key players but they still will be expected to prevail here. Forecast: Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg.

WATERFORD GAA FIXTURES JJ Kavanagh & Sons Senior Hurling Championship Round 2 Thursday, 20th June Lismore v Ballyduff Upper in Cappoquin at 7.45 pm. Saturday, 22nd June Tallow v Clonea in Fraher Field at 6 pm Fourmilewater v Roanmore in Fraher Field at 7.30 pm Abbeyside v Mount Sion in Walsh Park at 7 pm Sunday, 23rd June De La Salle v Passage in Walsh Park at 2 pm Dungarvan v Ballygunner in Walsh Park at 3.45 pm.

Our U-14 team who took part in the U-14 South East Hurling Super Games Club Blitz at WIT Arena and came away victorious.

Portlaw Our Portlaw U-14's had a great morning’s hurling on Saturday, 15th June in the u-14 South East Hurling Super Games Club Blitz which was held in the WIT Arena with clubs across Waterford, Wexford, South Kilkenny and Tipperary attending. We played three matches which were goals only counted. First up we started against St. Mollerans with a 7-2 win.Then we had a really tough game v Moyle Rovers, who were a very strong team and that ended level 5-5. Last game was against Abbeyside who we beat 7-5. Well done lads. U-7’s - Well done to U7's who attended a hurling blitz on Tuesday, 11th June in the WIT Arena, fantastic experience for the group who got to play three great games and pick up skills, every blitz these U-7's attend they are just getting better every time so well done all. EAST BORD NA nOG U-14 H DIVISION 2 KNOCK-OUT RESULT Well done to our U-14's who fought hard for their win on Tuesday, 11th June, The match against Ferrybank, they were 8 points down and fought to the end to secure a win at full time with a score of 2-15 (21) to 3-11 (20), well done lads super effort PORTLAW CLUB FIXTURES Busy week ahead. Best of luck all. If you are free to attend please come along and support the lads. Gerry Kennedy Eastern Intermediate Hurling Championship - Group B

• Saturday, 22nd June • Portlaw vs Ferrybank • Venue: Dunhill • Time: 4 pm John J Murphy Junior Hurling C Championship • Thursday, 20th June • Portlaw vs St Saviours • Venue: St Saviours • Time: 7.30 pm East Bord na nOg U14 H Division 2 Knockout – Final • Wednesday, 19th June • Portlaw/Ballyduff vs Mt Sion • Venue: Walsh Park • Time: 7.45 pm County Bord na nOg U-13 H Division 3/4 Group A • Monday, 24th June • Portlaw/Ballyduff vs Ardmore • Venue: Ardmore • Time: 7 pm City League U-12 Hurling Div 2 • Wednesday, 19th June • Portlaw vs Sacred •Venue: Williamstown •Time: 6.30 pm Games, times and venues are subject to change so check our Facebook page for updates.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 2 Forecasts: 0 Correct. 2 Incorrect: Success Rate: 0.00%. This Week’s Forecasts: SHC: Roanmore v (Fourmilewater), Abbeyside v (Mt. Sion), Ballygunner v (Dungarvan), DLS v (Passage), Lismore v (Ballyduff), Tallow v (Clonea). West IHC: Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg v (Shamrocks), Brickeys v (Modeligo), Ballinameela v (Shamrocks). West J’A’HC: Abbeyside v (Kilrossanty), St. Mary’s v (Tourin), Colligan v (Geraldines). West J’B’HC: Tallow v (Ballyduff). To Date : 168 Forecasts. 105 Correct. 63 Incorrect. Success Rate: 63.3 %.

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Club Focus Wednesday, 16th June, 1999. MUNSTER HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL

Waterford fail to lift Cork bogey CORK 0-24; WATERFORD 1-15. CORK’S young guns came of age at a packed Semple Stadium on Sunday last as, playing with assurance and confidence, they outscored Waterford to earn a deserved place in this year’s Munster Final against the defending champions Clare on 4th July next. The rain showers made the magnificent Semple Stadium pitch greasy, yet the skill levels were reasonably good. In all Cork scored sixteen points from play, with Mickey O’Connell and Timmy McCarthy really coming up trumps, while Joe Deane and Fergal McCormack also impressed. They won the midfield dual against all pre-match expectations where Cork captain Mark Landers also put in a telling performance. Meanwhile, their rearguard was well marshalled by Brian Corcoran and Diarmuid O’Sullivan. Waterford scored 1-15, which is a respectable tally, but overall the quicker striking of the Cork team throughout the pitch was the vital difference and Jimmy BarryMurphy’s faith in his young charges was amply rewarded. Though Waterford gave it their all, they never got the vital break in the second half as Cork’s ability to strike back for scores on all occasions was the factor which saw them coming out on top. CORK SHADE FIRST HALF Cork shaded the first half exchanges. They lined out with Joe Deane at full forward and Niall Ronan at top of the left. The first half featured a quite high tally of wides, 9 to Waterford, while Cork shot 5 for their part. Cork, in the main, featured two players up front in this period - Joe Deane and Ben O’Connor - while at the other end in the second quarter Paul Flynn came out to centre half forward in a direct switch with Billy O’Sullivan. Dave Bennett pointed to open the scoring after 56 seconds. Paul Flynn and Ken McGrath shot wides before Ken McGrath was off target from a free. In the 24th minute Fergal McCormack placed the ball in front of Joe Deane who ‘shimmied’ left before swinging back right to drive over a neat point. One minute later Cork flyer Ben O’Connor, who was well held by Waterford captain Brian Flannery, flashed over another nice score. Ken McGrath, who had received medical attention for a head injury, but played his heart out for the duration of the game, drove over an excellent point in the 28th minute; 0-8 to 0-6. A disputed sideline ball went to Cork and Mickey O’Connell cut it over the bar in the 34th minute. Again Timmy McCarthy cut through the Deise defence, was halted, only for Joe Deane, who was Cork’s “main man” in the full line of attack, won possession to place Fergal

McCormack who pointed, 0-10 to 0-7 at the break. On the turnover Fourmilewater’s Pat Walsh was in at midfield for Fergal Hartley who had to retire with a hand injury. Walsh certainly worked very hard, yet Fergal Hartley’s absence was a sore blow to Waterford’s hopes. Stephen Frampton was fouled and from inside his own half Frampton drove over a magnificent point from the resultant free. The Ballygunner man was Waterford’s best defender, well supported by the hard grafting Peter Queally, with Brian Flannery and Tom Feeney conceding little. As always, Sean Cullinane gave his all for the cause, while behind them Brendan Landers had another fine game between the posts to keep his net intact. Mickey O’Connell pointed in the 46th minute. Next came a ‘tour de force’ twin burst forward by Castlelyons Timmy McCarthy as he left defenders for dead to drive over a brace of points: 0-16 to 0-11 with 48 minutes played and Cork were quite clearly growing in confidence. ONLY GOAL In the 56th minute Paul Flynn was fouled to the right of the posts. A 20 metre free was awarded and fair dues to Flynn - who received a great deal of attention throughout - he took the responsibility and opted for a low shot which struck the ground to go to the net past the advancing Donal Og Cusack. Dan Shanahan added a point to bring his tally to 0-3 and Waterford’s to 1-13 to Cork’s 0-18 with 58 minutes played. Now the excitement mounted as the huge attendance of 45,806 got behind their favourites. Tom Feeney was rather harshly penalised with Joe Deane pointing; 0-20 to 1-14 in the 60th minute. Seanie McGrath’s shot came back off the upright. Timmy McCarthy was again on target in the 62nd minute. Michael Molumphy came in for Dave Bennett, before Mickey O’Connell pointed in the 66th minute. Alan Browne came in at full forward with Kevin Murray and Joe Deane - having switched to the left corner - grabbing Cork points. Molumphy pulled one back for Waterford just before the end. Cork scorers: M. O’Connell 0-8, J. Deane 0-7, T. McCarthy 0-3, M. Landers 0-2, B. Corcoran, B. O’Connor, F. McCormack and K. Murray 0-1 each. Waterford scorers: P. Flynn 1-4, K. McGrath 0-4, D. Shanahan 0-3, D. Bennett, M. White, S. Frampton and M. Molumphy 0-1 each. CORK: D. Og Cusack; F. Ryan, D. O’Sullivan, J. Browne; W. Sherlock, B. Corcoran, S. Og O hAilpain; M. Landers (capt.), M. O’Connell; T. McCarthy, F. McCormack, S. McGrath; B. O’Connor, J. Deane, N. Ronan. Subs: K. Murray for B. O’Connor; A. Browne for S. McGrath. WATERFORD: B. Landers; T. Feeney, S. Cullinane, B. Flannery (capt.); P. Queally, S. Frampton, B. Greene; T. Browne, F. Hartley; D. Shanahan, B. O’Sullivan, K. McGrath; M. White, P. Flynn, D. Bennett. Subs: P. Walsh for F. Hartley; A. Kirwan for B. Greene; M. Molumphy for D. Bennett. Referee: A. Mac Suibhne (Dublin).

Club Focus – South Africa Gaels

Renault GAA World Games July 28th Waterford

By Eoghan Tuohey WE here at Renault GAA World Games HQ take a closer look at the SA Gaels - From early beginnings, to 2016 World Games Plate Finalists, to the energy, passion and colour they will bring to the 2019 Games in Waterford! It still may come as a surprise to a lot of GAA people here in Ireland, that not only is there a thriving Gaelic Games community in Johannesburg, South Africa, but that it is now in existence for over 9 years. On top of this, most of its members are local people, largely hailing from townships on the outskirts of the sprawling city. Often, we here in Ireland simply aren’t aware of the impact our native games are having abroad, the extent to which they are played and the significant roles they occupy in communities around the world. It’s worthwhile learning about their growth, and how they have successfully brought communities together, provided a sporting and social outlet to local people, and helped to increase exposure to Irish culture, often in some of the most unlikely of geographical locations. Founded by Paul Carpenter and Hannah Oguz, two players with a love for Gaelic Football, the club

was initially formed with the goals of establishing the game in the country, nurturing and facilitating its growth, as well as to introduce people in the region to a previously unseen aspect of Irish culture, and to share it with as many locals as possible. There’s in and around 50 players involved in both the senior men’s and women’s teams, and while there is involvement from expats, it is mostly local people who make up the numbers. The club’s primary focus is on developing their native-born sides, with development officers working with some 100 primary-school children every week to foster in them a love for Gaelic Games and an outlet for socialising and playing in a safe and secure environment. From this initial founding, came the South African Gaelic Sports Foundation, whose chief aim is to create opportunities and to make Gaelic Games accessible to kids living in underprivileged townships in Joburg. From humble beginnings, three development centres have now been established in Tembisa, Alexandra and Midrand, with 3 full-time development officers employed. Plans are afoot and already underway to continue this growth, particularly in the Kwa-Zulu and Eastern Cape regions of South Africa.

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY CORK SHADE CURTAIN-RAISER Championship: Munster Intermediate Hurling semi-final. Date: Sunday, 13th June, 1999. Venue: Semple Stadium. Half-time score: Waterford 0-9; Cork 0-8. Full-time score: Cork 1-15; Waterford 0-16. Waterford: R. Barry; N. O’Donnell, O. Dunphy, R. O’Sullivan; G. Breen, (P. Power, L. O’Connor), V. O’Shea, E. O’Sullivan; D. Casey, C. Fanning; B. Henley, S. Prendergast, P. Prendergast; B. Walsh (T. Carroll), A. Fitzgerald, B. Hannon.

New young members of the Ballysaggart Ladies Football Under 8s.

Long term, the South African Gaelic Sports Foundation targets the GAA World Games in particular, where they hope to build on the success that they had in UCD in 2016, where their men’s team were runners-up in the plate final. The Games are the focal point of their season, and the squads lit up the 2016 tournament with their energy, enthusiasm, passion and positivity, and it is expected that their contribution to the 2019 event in the WIT Arena in Carriganore, Waterford will be no different. The club sees the World Games as an ideal opportunity to connect with fellow clubs, form friendships and build relationships that will hopefully lead to the creation of an All-African GAA Tournament in the future, as well as advance relationships with their GAA friends in neighbouring regions, such as the Middle-East, where they competed at the Dubai Gaelic Games Tournament in 2014. The SA Gaels are extremely excited ahead of this years’ tournament, having gone on two more successful tours in the meantime, to Oman in 2017 and the Asian Gaelic Games in 2018. Both excursions have whetted their appetites to represent their country on the world stage once again, and we can't wait to welcome them to Waterford this July!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Cois Bhride Kindly sponsored by Cunningham’s Hardware, Tallow UPCOMING FIXTURES 19th June, 2019 - Minor football - Cois Bhride v St Savious at 7.30 p.m. in Dungarvan GAA grounds. Extra time if needed. Division 3 quarter-final 21st June, 2019 - under 12 hurling. Division 1 - Youghal GAA v Cois Bhride at 6.30 away - 6th round 24th June, 2019 - under 13 hurling - Cois Bhride v De La Salle at 7 pm in Tallow. Round 1. Division 3 24th June, 2019 - under 8 football - TBC - 7 pm. TOWN & COUNTRY Well done to our U-11s who played Kilrossanty in Lemybrien on Wednesday night in their final game of their group.

The boys have played great hurling throughout and came away overall winners. A big thank you goes to their mentors for all the work done with the lads. PRIMARY GAMES Well done to Aidan Murphy who did a great job in representing our Club and Scoil Mhuire Tallow last week in the Primary Games which was played at half-time of the Waterford v Cork match in Pairc Ui Chaoimh. These games are a super experience for those who get to take part. Well done to all involved. NEW MEMBERS New children are always welcome in all of our age groups or if anyone would like to help out at any level don’t hesitate to get in touch also.

Shamrocks Ladies U-14s being presented with T-Shirts and gear bags for Feile Peil by Mike O’Neill, TFC Oil Distributors.

Primary games - Well done to Aidan Murphy who did a great job in representing our Club and Scoil Mhuire Tallow last week in the Primary Games which was played at half-time of the Waterford v Cork match in Pairc Ui Chaoimh.

Affane Cappoquin THREE TO ANSWER 1, Who was the Antrim manager when they last contested an All Ireland senior hurling final in 1989? 2, Who did De La Salle defeat in the final to win their first Munster club senior hurling in 2008? 3, Who did Waterford defeat in the All Ireland senior hurling quarter final in 2017? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Dan Fraher and Padraic O Caoimh are the two former referees that have refereed Munster senior hurling C’ship games between Waterford and Cork that there is county GAA grounds named after. 2, Conor Prunty and Tadgh De Burca are the two Waterford hurlers that played the full duration of their four Munster senior hurling C’ship ties in 2019 3, Cork corner back Sean O’Donoghue plays for Inniscara CLUB GEAR Our O’Neil’s online club shop has a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children sizes available. THIS WEEK’S FIXTURES FOR THE SPORTSFIELD Thurs 20th June Co SHC Lismore V Ballyduff Upr at 7.45 Fri 21st June U/12 Hurling T/C; Cappoquin V Ardmore at 6.30 pm (The Blackwater End) Fri 21st June West Premier JHC ; Tourin V St Marys at 8 pm Sat 22nd June;Camogie Family Fun Day 11 am - 4 pm Sat 22nd June West IHC Clashmore/Kinsalebeg V Shamrocks at 3 pm CAPPOQUIN-AFFANE UPCOMING JUVENILE FIXTURE U-12 Hurling T/C (All Games at 6.30 pm) Rd 6 Fri 21st June; Cappoquin V Ardmore in The Sportsfield County U-13 Hurling C'ship D3 Rd1 Mon 24th June; Cappoquin V Stradbally at 7 pm in Stradbally CAPPOQUIN-AFFANE KELLOGGS GAA CUL CAMP Cappoquin-Affane Kelloggs GAA Cul Camp is taking place from Monday, 15th July to Friday, 19th July inclusive at Cappoquin Sportsfield at 10 am drop off and 2.30 pm pick-up. Kelloggs GAA cul camps provide boys and girls - between the ages of 6 and 13 - with an action packed and fun filled week of activity during the summer holidays. Cost €60 1st child €50 for 2nd child €40 for 3rd and subsequent children, booking online or club co-ordinator. DEISE DRAW The next Deise Draw will be held in Ardmore on Wednesday, 26th June.

CLUB LOTTO – MONDAY, 17th JUNE Club Lotto – Monday, 17th June – Jackpot €14,500. Numbers drawn were 1, 2, 10 and 22. No winner.The five €20 consolation prize winners were Frank Killigrew, Modeligo; Brian McCarthy, Gort Dara; Tom Feerick (Jnr), Main St.; Eamonn O’Shea, Melleray Road, and Eileen Keane, Ballinamult. THE END OF AN ERA - HAPPY RETIREMENT MARY AND TOMMY Last weekend, saw the closure of the oldest family run business in Cappoquin. Dating back to the 19th century, Lincoln’s has been the convenience store to beat all convenience stores, the pit stop for passing motorists, the place for kids to buy their fishing nets and tennis balls, the quick dash up from the hurling field for a half-time ice cream. We wish Mary and Tommy a long and happy retirement. They have certainly given great service to the community over many years and though this week will be the end of an era, hopefully it will be the start of a whole new adventure for them too. 2019 MUNSTER POC FADA FINAL Kerry GAA had the honour of hosting the Munster Poc Fada competition which took place over the Kerryhead course Ballyheigue on last Saturday, June 15th. The Senior winner was Ronan Taaffe of Clare on 33 pocs and the runner-up was Colin Ryan of Limerick on 34 pocs. The Deise were represented by Waterford winner and the King of The Comeraghs Niall Collender from Cappoquin in the Under 16 competition where the Winner was Pat Ryan of Upperchurch-Drombane Tipperary on 16 pocs with Niall a shot behind, well done to all. ALL IRELAND SEINNIOR CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP An outstanding performance by Donal O’Rourke's Waterford Senior Camogie team last Saturday against Tipperary in the All-Ireland Championship played in The Ragg, Thurles. Unfortunately, the game had to be abandoned with three minutes of normal time remaining due to a serious injury sustained by Tipperary player, Nicole Walsh, thankfully she is after making a good recovery. Waterford were leading at the time by 1-14 to 0-13 and looked to be heading for a famous victory. The Deise take on the Dubs in round 2 at Walsh Park this Saturday, we wish Duck, Lorraine, Ashling and all the Waterford team the best of luck and hope they get off the mark with a win, throw-in 4 pm try to be there, the girls deserve our support.

Lismore Camogie U-12 CHAMPIONSHIP Well done to the U-12 team on winning their opening game against Tramore. Their next match is Tuesday, 18th June aginst Butlerstown at 6.30 in Lismore. FUNDRAISER Lismore Camogie Club will hold a clothes collection from

20-21st of June. This will take place over two dates, 20-21st June. Thursday, 20th of June from 6-8 pm: the Community centre. Friday 21st of June from 8.30-9.00 a.m.: Bunscoil Bothar na Naomh gates and from 10-11am at the community centre. Alternative arrangements can be made by contacting Olivia 086-3716659.

Caption for Photo Shamrocks U8s: Shamrocks Ladies U8s who played a Blitz in Modeligo last Saturday morning

Shamrocks Ladies U-14 CHAMPIONSHIP Shamrocks 5-08; St Pats 0-06. Our U-14s booked their place in next Saturday’s County Final after a tough semi-final win over a tenacious and resolute St Pats side in Knockanore last Monday evening. Played in ideal conditions, it was the Shamrocks girls who played with the glaring sun to their backs and within minutes the first two points of the game were kicked from the boot of Caoimhe Whelan, before St Pats opened their scoring with a point of their own. An Olivia Forbes pointed free was added to an excellent Niamh Spillane minor before St Pats replied with another point. A slick passing move then saw Rhona Keane break through the St. Pats defense to raise the first green flag of the game. St. Pats then hit back with a point and the next ten minutes of the game was played entirely in the Shamrocks half of the pitch as St Pats were applying the pressure as they tried to break down a stubborn Shamrocks rearguard, who were superbly marshaled by Kate-Lynn O’Neill at fullback and the outstanding Amber Neville at centre back. Having weathered the St Pats storm a breakaway up the field saw Olivia Forbes rocket a shot to the net and then add a further point straight from the kick out. Suddenly a Shamrocks side that were on the defensive now found renewed confidence and finished the half strongly with a brilliant individual goal from player of the match Caoimhe Whelan to leave the half time score: Shamrocks 3-05; St. Pats 0-03. In the opening minutes of the second half St. Pats reduced the deficit with two points but any hope of a comeback was extinguished when Olivia Forbes shook the St. Pats net to register her second goal. A brace of Caoimhe Whelan points saw the lead extended but at the other end St. Pats were causing the Shamrocks rearguard plenty of problems and they needed a superb Roisin Hunt save and some excellent defending from Eimear Lenehan, Courtney Chambers, Suin Hurley and Annabel Allenden to keep a determined St Pats side at arm’s length. Late points from Niamh Spillane and an Olivia Forbes major saw the final score Shamrocks 5-08; St. Pats 0-06 and a place secured in the County Final against Ballyduff Lower next Saturday. Team: Roisin Hunt, Eimear Lenehan, Katelynn O’Neill, Courtney Chambers, Suin Hurley, Amber Neville, Annabel Allenden, Lucy Donnelly, Kate Mackintosh, Rhona Keane, Caoimhe Whelan, Niamh Spillane, Deirdre Roche, Olivia Forbes, Bronagh Motherway, Lily Roche. U-12 LEAGUE Our U-12s travelled to Tramore last Wednesday evening and produced a strong second half performance to defeat a

physically stronger Tramore side. In the opening quarter there was very little between the sides and it took the Shamrocks girls time to settle. Goals from Amber Neville at the beginning of the second half however saw the Shamrocks grow in confidence, and being powered on by Deirdre Roche, Bronagh Motherway and Caoimhe Whelan they eventually got the scores that were needed to see off Tramore and finish the game as deserving winners. Final Score: Shamrocks 8-09; Tramore 1-05. FEILE PEIL SPONSORSHIP A huge thank you to Mike O’Neill of TFC Oil Distributors and to Tom O’Neill for sponsoring t-shirts and gear bags for our U14 Feile Team as the girls continue their preparations for the All Ireland Feile Peile na nOg Finals in County Roscommon from June 28th – 30th. Mike and Tom presented the t-shirts and gear bags to our Under 14 Team Joint Captains, Courtney Chambers and Abbie Aherne after training recently. Both the club and the team were delighted to receive the sponsorship and really appreciate the support of everyone who donated to their fundraising or provided sponsorship over the last few weeks. PRIMARY SCHOOLS COUNTY FINAL Congratulations to the girls from Scoil Mhuire Tallow who defeated Gaelscoil Phortlairge in the Primary Schools Camogie County Final last Wednesday in Fraher Field to make it a football and camogie double. U-8/U-10 BLITZ Our U-8s and U-10s showed again last Saturday morning the huge progress and improvement they are making every week since the beginning of the season as they produced some excellent football at the Development Blitz hosted by Na Deise in Modeligo. The Shamrocks girls put in some fantastic performances in their games against Comeragh Rangers, St Olivers and Na Deise and are already looking forward to their next Blitz which will be hosted by Comaragh Rangers. DEVELOPMENT ACADEMIES It’s that time of year again when the Waterford LGFA Development Academies start for U-13s, U-15s and U-17s. Each academy will involve 8 sessions on the same day each week over June, July and August. Costing just €35 these fun training sessions are open to all. At the completion of the academy players will represent Waterford at the Munster Development Academy Blitz. The U-13 Academy starts from Saturday, July 13th in Lemybrien, the U15 Academy starts from July 24th in Dungarvan GAA and the U-17 Academy starts from June 24th in Dungarvan GAA. For further information or to book a place visit www.waterfordladiesfootball.ie or www.wlgfa.eventbrite.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Lismore SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Lismore senior hurlers are back in championship action this Thursday, 20th June when they meet near rivals Ballyduff at the Cappoquin venue. Lismore will be anxious to get a win here to keep them away from danger of exiting the title race prematurely and this particular pairing always makes for interesting viewing. Maurice Shanahan, Jack Prendergast and Seanie Barry will be champing at the bit here after an early finish for Waterford in the Munster Championship. Lismore can also rely on the experienced Paudie, David and John Prendergast with Oisín O'Gorman an exciting new entrant to senior hurling. Gate receipts in Cappoquin will be higher than normal I'm sure! Throw in at 7.45 p.m. We wish the players and management the very best of luck. PRIMARY SCHOOL HURLING A special mention to Bunscoil Bhothar na Naomh Primary School hurling team who were narrowly defeated by Ballygunner in the County final. The sides met again in the replay and were still level at the interval of extra time and could not be separated after nearly 100 minutes of hurling. Ballygunner then stole it at the death with a well taken goal to get them over the line. The disappointed was evident to see but it was a brilliant display showing that the lads are competing at the top level. Well done to all the teachers and pupils involved. NEWS FOR INCLUSION Contributions are more than welcome for inclusion in the weekly Lismore GAA notes. If anyone would like to forward news including graduations, sympathies, congratulations and photos old and new; please e-mail to lismoregaapro@gmail.com. The deadline for inclusion is Sunday midnight.

CIRCUIT TRAINING WITH PP FITNESS CLASSES Circuit Training continues at the Community Centre every Wednesday evening at 7.00 p.m. Anyone wishing to join the group is more than welcome to attend and can pay €5 on the night going forward. More information can be found on PP Fitness Classes Facebook page. LISMORE GAA CLUB GEAR BY O'NEILLS A fantastic selection of club gear can be bought directly from the O'Neills website. Items start from €7.50 and make ideal gifts for that special occasion. All clothing comes with an embroidered Lismore GAA crest and can also be made to order with the individuals initials. Simply search for Lismore GAA club gear online. LISMORE GAA LOTTO This week's results. Numbers drawn were 2, 13, 17 and 20. No Winner. Consolation prizes €20 each: Mary Walsh, Matty and Ann O'Brien, Anthony Glavin, Julie Landers. Next week's Jackpot will be €2,300. Tickets can be bought from all usual outlets priced at €2 each or three for €5. The club lotto is a fantastic way of supporting your own local GAA club no matter where you live in the world! Simply log onto www.KlubFunder.com, search for Lismore GAA Club and create an account. hen select your numbers, make the payment for the time period of your choice, which can be from 1 to 50 weeks. It is an ideal way for many people who are living away or abroad who would like to contribute to the running of the club. Klubfunder is an innovative way to help cut down on administration and keeps the sport at the heart of the club!

Brickey Rangers LOTTO Last week's lotto took place in The Local Bar. Numbers drawn were 5, 8, 13, 24. There was no jackpot winner. €25 winners were: Francis Doolan, Tracey Murray, Tom Nyhan, Lorna Dee Carter. Next week’s draw will be held in The Enterprise Bar, where the jackpot will be €3,900. INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP We take on Modeligo on Sunday next at 6.30 pm in Fraher Field. JUVENILE U-17 Football: Our boys are preparing for their football semifinal on the weekend of the 22nd June. They will have played a challenge in Monday evening V Moyle Rovers in Bushy Park. U-14 Hurling: The first game of our Div 1 Championship takes place V Ballygunner away on Wednesday evening at 7 pm. Best of luck to all the team. U-13 hurling: In preparation for their Championship our players took on a very strong Mt Sion team last Thursday evening. This was a great match and will definitely stand to them for their future games. U-11 Hurling: On Friday, 14th June, the U-11 hurlers hosted Abbeyside for their final Town & County league game. Both teams were unbeaten up to this point so the winner would top Division 2. This was a good competitive game of hurling against a well-coached Abbeyside team. The young Brickey boys started the game very well and settled quickly to build up a half time lead. The lads competed strongly for possesssion

all over the field and created plenty of scoring opportunities. The second half was nip and tuck as both sides gave their all and some late well taken scores swung it our way at the final whistle. The U-11 hurling panel for the league season was as follows: Cameron, Conor B, Conor K, Darragh, Eoghan L, Eoin P, Eoin W, Evan, Ewan, Henry, James, Jamie, Jayden, Liam, Patrick P, Patrick R, Sean H, Sean N and Stephen. Congratulations to all the players on this fantastic team achievement and to mark the team’s league success they will each receive a plaque at an end of season presentation in Bushy Park. Well done again to all the players and thanks to mentors Colin, Tom and Andy for their time in developing our young players and to all the parents for their great support. The focus switches to football for the next few months with details on WhatsApp U-8 Football: For the next two Monday's a blitz will take place for this group of players. We will have played in Ballymacarbery on Monday and will host the next blitz on Monday, 24th in Bushy Park. U-6/U-7: Training times will be on the WhatsApp thread for parents. Brickey Summer Camp: Places are filling up fast for our camp which will be held from Tuesday, 6th - Friday, 9th August this year. Registration forms available from Albert McGrath’s Shop - please apply now to avoid disappointment!

Pictured are our our U-9s took part in the annual Mary Pratt hurling tournament last Saturday in Lismore.

Dungarvan SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE Last Friday evening, our neighbours Abbeyside made their way to Clogherane to play in the John A. Murphy Memorial Cup and which also doubling up as a fixture in the Senior Hurling League. With a delayed throw in to accommodate the arrival of players from various parts of the country it certainly wasn’t what could be called ideal Summer weather but with the field looking in pristine order this would be an ideal preparation for both teams for the upcoming championship matches. We showed our intentions straight away and sent over some fine points before a Gavin Crotty goal mid way through the half really consolidated our position. By half-time we held a 1-10 to 0-5 lead but were prepared for an Abbeyside response in the second half as the lights came on in the darkening conditions. Thankfully we were able to contain that response and despite serious provocation managed to display a high level of disciplinary attitude which enabled us to run out worthy winners on a 1-17 to 0-7 scoreline. Afterwards the trophy was presented to the joint captains Ryan Donnelly and John Curran by Eileen Murphy and Kieran Power picking up his well deserved Man of the Match award. With refreshments afterwards in the clubhouse to reminisce on past events, it truly was a memorable night and one that John A would certainly have been proud of. Many thanks must go to Eileen and the Murphy family, proud and loyal Dungarvan supporters to this day, for their continued sponsorship of the tournament,to the catering staff and the welcome refreshments and to the Abbeyside club who facilitated the fixture. It must also be noted that all proceeds from the entrance collection will be distributed to St. John’s School and Cardiac Bypass Rehab with sincere thanks to all who attended. SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP The Senior Hurling Championship gets back up and running this weekend and we are really thrown into the deep end as our opponents are none other than reigning County and Munster Club champions Ballygunner. Having come over our first game with a narrow victory over Tallow nobody is more aware than ourselves of the task that faces us here. However it’s games against quality opposition that will show us where we stand and where we need to reach so it will be an interesting affair on that front. Who knows maybe if things went our way and with some small bit of good fortune and we perform to the best of our ability we might be capable of matching our exalted opponents. The game takes place in Walsh Park on Sunday, 23rd June with a 3.45 throw-in. UNDER 14 - WESTERN FINAL Tonight Wednesday our under 14 hurlers will play Clashmore / Kinsalebeg in the Western Hurling Final at the Fraher Field. This game gets underway at 6:30 pm. All support for the boys would be very much appreciated. U-11 HURLING Our under 11s defeated Fourmilewater on Friday night last in their final round game in the Town and Country League. Well done boys.

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UNDER 9 HURLING Our U-9s have had a busy week of hurling. On Wednesday night last they took part in a blitz organized by Stradbally GAA. The boys played three games against Stradbally and two teams from Abbeyside. Many thanks to Stradbally for the invitation. On Saturday morning, the boys took part in the annual Mary Pratt Hurling tournament on Saturday morning last in Lismore.After three very competitive and tough games against Kilara Óg, St Carthage’s and Killeagh the boys made it through to the final to once again face St. Carthage’s. After a thrilling match the boys were beaten by a solitary point on a score line of 3-4 to 3-3. Well done to the lads on a fantastic display of Hurling across the four games. Many thanks to St Carthage’s for the invite and for the refreshments afterwards. CAMOGIE A serious injury to Tipperary player Nicole Walsh with four minutes to go on Saturday last in the Munster Camogie Championship match between Waterford and Tipperary saw the game abandoned at the Ragge. The players safety was of course the main priority and everyone wishes the Nicole a speedy recovery. Waterford were leading by four points when the match was abandoned so hopefully when the match is replayed the girls can replicate this match performance and emerge with a deserved win. Well done to club players Sarah Lacey and Orla Hickey and all the girls on a great performance. LADIES FOOTBALL The Waterford Ladies Football are having an under 15 academy Starting Wednesday, 24th June at 7 pm in our club grounds at 7 pm. The academy will run for eight weeks at a cost of €35. A blitz will be held at the end of the eight weeks and any girl who attends at least five sessions and the blitz will receive a Waterford training jersey. LADIES MUNSTER FINAL Hard luck to the Ladies who were beaten by the rebels in the Muster LGFA Senior Final on Sunday evening last at the Fraher Field. Cork led at the break by just two points but assisted by the elements in the second half they ran out winners to ensure the Munster Senior Football Cup was heading Leeside. CÚL CAMPS Dungarvan camp runs from July 22nd to 26th. Bookings can be made online or through club co ordinator Tony Ryan. HOOLI LONG PUCK Preparations are well underway for the Hooli long Puck which takes place on Saturday, July 13th. This promises be a great day for all the family while supporting a most worthwhile cause. All help on the day as always will be much appreciated. Hopefully, the Summer weather will have arrived by then.

CLG na Rinne Our U-11 Hurling team who beat Abbeyside in the Town & County League on Friday last.

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John Mitchels UNDERAGE The weather caught us out on Friday night for training. Hopefully the summer will eventually arrive and we'll go again this week. Thursday night 6:30 pm. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our game to be played last Thursday against St. Mollerans

was postponed due to a tragedy in the Carrickbeg club. This game will now be played in July. Training Tuesday night at 7:30 pm. CONFINED DRAW Mark Regan is this week's winner. Well done Mark on your win.

LOTTO 10/06 Níor buadh an Pota Óir ina raibh €10,000. Uimhreacha: 3, 4, 6 & 30. Bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas duaiseanna €25: Mary Blackmore, Caitriona & Caoimhe Kiely, Tomas & Aine O Céilleachair. IOMÁINT IDIRMHEÁNACH D’imríomar cluiche sraithe in aghaidh Baile na Sagart i bPáirc Uí Shíothcháin ar an Domhnach seo caite. Bhí fir na Rinne go maith chun tosaigh ag leathama tar éis a bheith ag imirt le cabhair na gaoithe agus leis an bhfána. D’éirigh linn an cluiche a bhuachaint ar deireadh. An Rinn 1-20; Baile na Sagart 1-19. Tá cluiche amháin buaite, cluiche amháin géillte ag bhfreasúra dúinn agus cluiche amháin caillte againn sa tsraith iomána go dtí seo. Tá cluiche amháin fágtha le himirt againn sa tsraith in aghaidh Baile na Míolach. Táimid ag súil go mbeidh eolas againn faoin gcéad cúpla cluiche eile go luath. IOMÁINT SÓISIR D’imir na peileadóirí sóisearacha in aghaidh Rath Ó gCormaic an Déardaoin seo caite. Faraor níor thugamar an

bua linn ar deireadh. An Rinn 4-08; Rath Ó gCormaic 5-08. Tá dhá chluiche buaite agus ceann amháin caillte ag na buachaillí go dtí seo agus cluiche amháin le himirt acu in aghaidh an tSráidbhaile. DÁTAÍ DON DIALANN Iománaíocht Shóisearach (B) - Dún Garbhán v An Rinn Aoine 28/06/2019 ag 8 pm i Bushy Park Iománaíocht Shóisearach (B) - An Baile Dubh v An Rinn Aoine 05/07/2019 ag 8 pm i gCeapach Choinn U-19 B Peile - Leath Craobh an Chontae - An Ghaeltacht v Cill Rossanta Máirt 16/07/2019 ag 7.30 pm COMHGHAIRDEACHAS Tá duine eile de bhuachaillí na Rinne pósta anois, comhghairdeachas le Cillian Ó Murchadha agus a bhean chéile Deirdre. Bean álainn chneasta aimsithe ag Cillian. COMHBHRÓN Bímis ag cuimhneamh ar mhuintir Uí Choistín agus Margaret Costin imithe uainn ar shlí na fírinne le linn na seachtaine. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Having played our last game at the start of April, we enter the championship arena again on Saturday next against Clonea at 6.00 p.m. in Fraher Field. Everyone feel free to come along, shout on and encourage on the boys. SCOIL MHUIRE Well done to the girls camogie school team who captured the school county final title last week. DEISE SUPER DRAW Could all promoters gather their money over the weekend and the Deise Super Draw is on Wednesday, 26th June. JUNIOR HURLING Our match against Ballyduff on Friday night was deferred on the basis of the referee's non appearance.

PAIRC EAMONN DE PAOR It was being suggested that when any game is on in the field to give prior notification to Dennis Tobin to have the astro turf open for small children. It was a safe environment for them to play in a closed off area. This is a playing area only and food is not permitted in there. FIXTURES 24 June, 2019, under 13 hurling Cois Bhride v. De La Salle 7.00 p.m. in Tallow. TALLOW GAA LOTTO SPONSORED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT TALLOW Jackpot €5,000. No winner. Numbers 5, 12, 14, 17. Consolation prizes €25: Anna Stewart, Kitty McDonnell, Carmel Sheehan, Cian Geary. Promoter: Eddie Cunningham. Next Draw Corner House. 24-6-2019. 9.00 p.m. Jackpot €5,200. Tickets available from businesses in town. Cost €2. All support very welcome.

Stradbally SEÁN AHEARNE KELLOGG’S G.A.A. CÚL CAMP The Camp begins on Monday, July 1st and finishes on Friday, July 5th. The camp is open to boys and girls born from 2006 to 2013, aged 6 to 13. Any child that is 6 before the end of the year is eligible to do the Camp. The camp begins at 10 am And finishes at 2.30 p.m. daily, weather permitting. There are fully qualified coaches with Garda vetting. PRE-SCHOOL G.A.A. CAMP We also have our annual pre-school camp for boys and girls aged four and five years on the same week. This camp also begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at the earlier time of 12 noon. These children will receive the Cúl Camp kit and bag and the cost is €45. You can’t register online for this camp. Could you please text Tomás on 087-7681546 before Friday, June 28th with the name of your child participating in the preschool Camp to ensure there is place for them. INTERMEDIATE HURLING The hurlers played the 2nd round of the championship last Saturday night against the Shamrocks. Unfortunately, we were defeated on the night on a scoreline of 0-17 to 1-9. Next up we play Ballinameela this Friday night at 8 pm in the Fraher Field. Please come along to support the lads. U-10 HURLING Well done to our U-10’s who won all three games in the Carriganore go Games blitz on Saturday. The lads played with great skill and determination against Naomh Brid, Ardmore and Butlerstown. This group play away to St. Saviours next Saturday in the City League. Details will be on the teams Wats App UNDER 9 HURLING On last Wednesday evening we hosted Dungarvan & Abbeyside for a very enjoyable Under 9 hurling blitz. Dungarvan brought one team and Abbeyside brought two teams for this 9 a side blitz, with each team playing three games. Overall it was a very enjoyable evening and the visiting teams really enjoyed the matches. All our players got plenty of opportunity to play during the three matches. On the night two of our minor players, Pa Skehan and

Declan Keane refereed these games, which was very much appreciated by the club and the underage mentors. U-8 HURLING Well done to our U-8’s who travelled to Ballyduff Lower on Monday evening to take part in a very enjoyable blitz. We entered two teams on the night and both teams had some great tussles against teams from Clonea & Ballyduff Lower who also had two teams. All children got plenty of matches and are already looking forward to next week’s blitz which will be held Monday night. LÁ NÁ gCLUB Once again, we will be holding the very popular Lá ná gClub this year. This will be held on the August Bank Holiday Weekend and will follow a similar format to last year. Rumor has it that Michelle Mullaney & Noel Costelloe have last year’s winners, the Táin back in training already and they are determined to hold on to their crown. More details will be shared over the coming weeks. 50:50 WINNER Congratulations to Matt Cummins who won €200 in this week’s 50:50 draw. Our next draw will take place on Sunday night, 30th of June. LADIES NOTES A busy weekend for the ladies as first up the Junior ladies play Ballymacarby in the 11 a side final at 10 am on Sunday morning. Following this, the senior ladies also play Ballymacarbry in the 11 a side final at 11:30 am. Best wishes to all involved. U-8 & U-10 LADIES FOOTBALL BLITZ On Saturday last we hosted St. Pats, Dungarvan, Ardmore and Clashmore in an U-8 & U-10 blitz. It was a great morning and all girls got plenty of game time with over 80 girls attending, we would like to thank all the parents who helped. Johnny and Laura for looking after the girls, Sophie and Chloe for refereeing the matches, Helen, Fionnuala and Niamh for helping with the food. It was a great day and the future sure is bright for these girls!

Shamrocks (KINDLY SPONSORED BY ALLEN ENGINEERING & AGRI SALES LTD.) CLUB LOTTO Last Saturday's winning numbers were 11-15-16-20, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Brian Harnedy, Ray Walsh c/o Mary Tobin, Kitty Farrell c/o Mary Tobin, Eamonn Forbes, Mary Herlihy. Next week's jackpot will be €3,300. IHC - SHAMROCKS 0-17; STRADBALLY 1-9. Shamrocks made it two wins from two in the Intermediate Hurling Championship with a five point win over Stradbally last Saturday night in Fraher Field. We started very well with five points on the trot from Edward Lonergan, Joe Leahy, Shane Roche, Stevie Lucey and Colm Roche all from play before Stradbally registered their first score from a free. Even at this early stage it was evident that Stradbally's only tactics were to foul repeatedly with some of the tackles bordering on the dangerous. With Edward Lonergan having a good day from placed balls, we ended the half leading by 12 points to 4, with points from Edward Hynes and another from Colm from play added to Edward's frees giving us a strong lead. Indeed it should have been more if we had taken our goal chances, but of more significance was the dismissal of two Stradbally players for some dangerous play in the first half, meaning we started the second half 8 points and two men up. It has been well noted that sometimes having a man (or 2) sent off can have a galvanising effect on the rest of the team, added to the fact that sometimes the team with the extra players don't know how to utilise them properly. Both those things did happen to some degree in the second half, as Stradbally, with the aid of a penalty, began to cut into our lead, and suddenly our players became less sure and were guilty of some very loose play which was not in evidence in the first half. That we managed to hang onto our lead owed a lot to Edward Lonergan's accuracy from frees, plus two fine points from Stevie Lucey and Joe Leahy with the final point of the match. Padraig Ahearne was immense for the Shamrocks in

the second half, doing a lot of covering and tidying up, and Edward Hynes was also causing a lot of problems for the Stradbally defence with his strong running. and I thought he was very effective. However, the win came at a cost with Shane Roche going off with a serious looking knee injury that could well rule him out of next Saturday's crunch game against Clashmore /Kinsalebeg. Added to the fact that Padraig Roche and John Paul Lucey are away in the U.S., it makes this game a very tough prospect indeed. Panel: Thomas Goulding, Padraig Ahearne, Thomas O’Donovan, Jason Ahearne, Cathal Herlihy, Shane Roche (0-1), Adam Crawford, Billy Hynes, Colm Roche (0-2), Edward Lonergan (0-9), Stevie Lucey (0-2), Chris Murphy, Edward Hynes (0-1), Joe Leahy (0-2), Kieran Crawford, Shane Harnedy, Ciaran O'Keeffe, Ivan O'Neill, Liam Motherway, Tom Roche, Michael Lucey, Martin Delaney.

We play Clashmore this coming Saturday in Ardmore at 3 pm. Please come along and give them some support. FIXTURES Intermediate Hurling, Shamrocks v Clashmore in Ardmore next Saturday at 3 pm. Junior Hurling, Shamrocks v Brickeys in Bushy Park Saturday, 29th at 6 pm. Junior Hurling v Abbeyside Friday 5th July at 6 pm EILEEN GEARY RIP Shamrocks would like to sympathise with the family and friends of Eileen Geary (Allen), Lacken, Tallow who passed away last Saturday. Eileen's family the Allens were steeped in the Shamrocks since it's foundation. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. PRESENTATION TO ELEANOR RONAYNE, N.T. This Thursday there will be a special mass in Knockanore at 7.30 pm with a reception in the Hall afterwards to mark the retirement of Eleanore Ronayne, Principal of Knockanore National School. Eleanor will be remembered with great affection by all pupils and former pupils of the school, and from a purely GAA viewpoint she always gave great support to the training and pursuit of our games. You will be missed Eleanor. May you have many years of happy retirement.

Mentors Kevin and Olivia with St. Pat's U-14 football team that played Abbeyside at Bohadoon last week.

St. Pat’s Juveniles U-12s PLAY AT MUNSTER FINAL St Pat's u-12 girls played Valley Rovers from Cork at halftime during the Ladies' Munster Final in the Fraher Field last Sunday. A great time was had by all. Thanks to Olivia Butler and Enda KIrwan for all their hard work in making it happen and to Waterford Ladies Football for providing our team with the opportunity to strut their stuff on the big stage. ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL AS ST. PAT'S U-14’s FINISH CAMPAIGN ON A HIGH Match Report: St. Patrick's 3:2; Abbeyside 1:4. Heroic endeavour by our u-14 girls last Monday night saw them defeat a strong Abbeyside team in a game with as much drama as any production that has graced the stage of the Globe Theatre. The first half played out as a too familiar Shakespearean tragedy for St. Pat’s. Over 20 minutes our backs to the wall effort had contained Abbeyside to a two point haul and a handful of wides. Of note was the controlled aggressive play of our full and half backs and a particularly courageous charge down of a goal bound shot by one of our defenders. Bravery was a feature of our defending all match long. From front to back we made more blocks than a Roadstone production line. Our midfield players were tied up defending relentless Abbeyside attacks and struggled to link up with our isolated attackers on the large Kilgobinet pitch. As a result our own attack was blunt and struggled to make any impact. On rare occasions when we wandered into foreign territory, we were sent scuttling back with our tails between our legs by a robust Abbeyside rear-guard. The reward for all our attacking efforts was a lonely point. Just as it seemed we would make it to the safety of the interval break, our great defensive performance was undone by a cruel deflection to the net that left our keeper stranded and Abbeyside jubilant. The villagers would bring a 4-point lead into the second half and in truth they were full value for it. Some half-time alterations saw us withdraw one of our more creative players to midfield from her lonely duty in the forward line. Her place in attack was taken by the team’s speed merchant. This tactical masterstroke (so our mentors would have us believe) saw the game open out for St. Pat’s. We were now more competitive in midfield and our speedster, previously shackled by weight of numbers, had space to do her stuff. The goal that sparked our comeback had something of the miraculous medal about it. Only the free taker will be able to tell you whether she flighted the ball carefully to take advantage of the breeze or got lucky. Either way we were back in the

game and were finally showing some attacking threat. Our next two goals came in quick succession whilst Abbeyside were still reeling from their first brush with misfortune. Both efforts were characterized by neat passing, intelligent football and some calm finishing. Suddenly against the odds St. Pat’s possessed a substantial lead. Abbeyside streamed forward in search of parity. Our defenders gave them nothing easy and their scoring chances were limited to long range and acute angles. The village girls nibbled at our lead with a nicely taken point. As the leaden legs of our players got stretched around the park our defending was getting slightly more frantic. When Abbeyside’s big chance came they almost took it. A blistering shot from 7 yards was flicked on to the crossbar by our goalie. The oversized roulette ball trundled along the top of the bar, trolling both teams with indecisiveness. When gravity made a decision Abbeyside had scored a point but St. Pat’s had saved two. With time almost up St. Pat’s added an insurance point to complete the scoring and set the seal on a memorable victory. Well done to the Abbeyside team for representing their village so well and congratulations to the St. Pat’s girls who endured a tough season of almost and nearly to bring a great end to a difficult campaign. Over the course of the season every last girl has improved as a player and as a team-mate. Thanks very much to mentors Olivia and Kevin for giving so much of their time to this team over the past few months. The bedrock of any club is the mentors and we have two of the best. MEMBERSHIP Can everybody that hasn’t done so please return membership forms and pay membership to either Don Nix, their respective selectors or any committee member please. ST. PAT'S CÚL CAMP DATES St Pat's Cul Camp will run from the Aug. 5th - 9th at Bohadoon. The camp co-ordinator (as ever) is Mary Fahey. Booking is now open online at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie SPLIT THE POT Tickets for our main fundraising draw are available from coordinators James Dalton, Clare Byrne, Mentors & Committee members. Tickets are also available from Healy's Daybreak, The Pike Service Station. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5 PROGRESSIVE 45 Cards are on each Thursday night at 8 pm in Coolnasmear. NEW KILBRIEN ASTRO TURF AND HURLING WALL The official opening of the new Kilbrien Astroturf takes place next Sunday, June 20th at 6.30 pm. There will be a barbecue, fun and games on the night. All are welcome.

Kilmacthomas WELCOME TO THE TEAM Kilmacthomas GAA Club is delighted to announce that Danny’s Bar & Foodstore, Main Street, Kilmacthomas, will be the new sponsor for the club for the coming year. The sponsorship agreement continues the long-lasting relationship that the club has had with Danny’s Bar & Foodstore who have constantly supported the club both on and off the field over many years. An announcement on the new jersey launch at Danny’s Bar will be unveiled soon, with O’Neills being the manufacturer the new kit will be available to purchase on the O’Neills online store. Paddy Mulhearne speaking on the sponsorship, said: ”I am delighted to support such an important part of the local community. Having supported the village of Kilmacthomas since opening our doors 1850, and now in our fifth generation, Kilmacthomas GAA club provides an excellent fit for Danny’s Bar & Foodstore and we look forward to supporting the Kilmacthomas community in the years ahead. On behalf of the team here at Danny’s Bar & Foodstore, “I wish the club the best of luck this season”.

Michael Hallihan Chairman of Kilmacthomas GAA club, remarked: ”Kilmacthomas GAA Club are very pleased to have Danny’s Bar & Foodstore on board as our sponsor. We are very proud of our club in Kilmacthomas, which is not only home to a team of highly competitive young GAA players, but also a strong local community. We look forward to more successful days ahead.” JUNIOR A HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP – UPCOMING FIXTURE Having played our last game on Hurling in late April we make a return to action in the Junior A Hurling Championship this week. This fixture will see us take on Passage this Friday, 21st June in Walsh Park at 8 p.m. Please come along and show your support. CONFINED MEMBERS DRAW We held our May confined members draw on Monday, 3rd June and the four winners of €100 each were David Sutton, Tyrone Power, Jack Sutton, Gary Kiely. Should you need any further info or have any further questions you can ask any club member or by contacting any off the club officials or Tyrone on 087-1234110.

Sliabh gCua / St. Mary's INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE St. Mary’s v Clashmore in Kirwan Park for the Bob Keane Memorial Cup & Intermediate Hurling Leauge game on Friday, 28th June at 7:30 pm.

JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURES St. Mary’s vs Tourin in Cappoquin Friday, June 21st in Cappoquin at 8 pm.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Ardmore LOTTO DRAW Monday, 10th June – Numbers Drawn were 3, 5, 11 and 21. No winner. €20 each – JB, Round Tower Hotel; John Whelan, Keevers Bar; Jimmy O’Mahony, Kielys Cross; Veronica Hennessy, Ardmore Post Office; Maurice Hallahan, Mary Prendergast. INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP We play our next game in this competition on Friday, 28th June in the Fraher Field. THOMAS AHERNE The club would like to congratulate Thomas Aherne on his wonderful achievement on being selected on the Irish Rugby Under 20 World Cup panel in Argentina. Thomas started a game against Italy but had to go off injured after a half hours play but he is back in the lineout for this evening’s game (Monday) against England. His family must be very proud of him and we are delighted for Thomas who played underage for us and we hope he goes on to greater things.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore/Kinsalebeg V Shamrocks Intermediate Hurling Championship match will be played in Ardmore this Saturday, June 22nd, at 3.00. p.m. Please note change of venue. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE GAA CLUB NURSERY IS BACK - FOOTBALL THIS SATURDAY! Our Club Nursery returned last Saturday morning and we were delighted to get lots of young boys and girls along for the hour. The Nursery is aimed at boys and girls born in 2012, 2013 and 2014 and will run from 10.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. again this Saturday. It is FOOTBALL this Saturday morning. Thank you to Brian and John for their coaching, We are always looking for new coaches to get invovled to help run the Nursery - even just to help lay out some cones or fill water bottles. Anyone willing to help would be most welcome. Please just come along on the morning or talk to Barry Dunne, club coaching officer, on 087-6953648 for more information. COMMISERATIONS TO U-13 FOOTBALLERS Our U-13 footballers lost to Mount Sion in the Division 3 County Final on Saturday last on a score of 3-07 to 1-07. The game was a real nip and tuck affair and we were unlucky not to score some extra goals as we hit the cross bar four times in the course of the game. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg were leading 0-05 to 0-01 coming up to halftime only for Mount Sion to get a goal that was deemed to have crossed the line. The lads tried really hard to get back into the game but unfortunately it was not our day. Congratulations to Mount Sion on their win. A special thanks to Celtic Interior Kitchens of Douglas, Cork for treating the players to a McDonald's feast after the match which made the loss a little easier to take! This team had made great progress during the year and we look forward to many more big games to come in the future.

Geraldines GERALDINES GAA DEVELOPMENT LOTTO Draw took place on Friday, 14th June, 2019 in Maureens. Winning numbers drawn were 5, 24 and 30 and there was 1 Jackpot winner. Congratulations Kieran Cotter who scooped the top prize of €3,200. All involved at the club are delighted that it stayed local and it was great to see it go to someone who has given a lot to the club. Two lucky dip winners were Mark O’Connor and Michael Hurley. Next week’s Jackpot will be €500 and draw will be held in Deise Bru. RENAULT GAA WORLD GAMES 2019 St. Olivers LGFA with the support of Ballinameela and Geraldines will host an event where as host they will twin with clubs from Iberia with GAA clubs from Barcelona; Madrid and Zaragoza and a USA Heartlands Representative side from Illinois; Indianapolis; Wisconsin; Missouri and Minnesota. The visiting teams will be exclusively native born or non Irish and lots should have a bit of Irish heritage. This is the third staging of this international festival and celebration of Gaelic games participation all over the globe. More than 60 international teams will be twinned with local GAA clubs across the county with the emphasis on a social and cultural exchange. On the 27th June there will be a blitz for under age teams followed by some traditional Irish music. There will be more information closer to the event so keep an eye out in the notes of all three clubs and on social media. All help and support will be appreciated.

Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €12,600 held in Crotty's Inn Leamybrien on Monday night (17/06/19). Numbers were 10, 11, 19, 26. €30 won by the following people: Tommy Whelan Rathgormack, Dale Power Gortnalaght. The seller’s prize of €30 won by: Lenore Keating Briska. Next Clotto to be held in Micilin's Bar. Kilrossanty on Monday night (24/06/19) for a Jackpot of €12,700. On duty on the night Jason Dee and Kenny Houlihan. JUNIOR B FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our games against Clashmore and Dungarvan have been provisionally rescheduled for July 5th and 12th. UNDER 19 B FOOTBALL SEMI-FINAL Our Under 19 footballers will play An Ghaeltacht in Fraher Field on Tuesday evening, 16 July. JUNIOR A HURLING Our Junior hurlers will play Abbeyside this Thursday evening, 20th June in the Fraher Field. Please come along and show your support. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE We will play Ardmore Wednesday, 26th June in Paríc Naomh Bríd Leamybrien. DÉISE DRAW The next Deíse Draw Will be held in Ardmore on Wednesday, 26th June any outstanding monies can be given to Máiread Coffey or Jason Dee. MONSTER BINGO Our Next Monster Bingo will take place on Friday evening, 28th June in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien at 8:30 pm.

Ballinameela OFFICIAL FIXTURE We resume our Intermediate Hurling Championship campaign this Friday, 21st June vs Stradbally in Fraher Field at 8 p.m.

Abbeyside U-14 panel who took part in a hurling blitz on Saturday, June 15th at Carriganore.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €9,000 as on Sunday night Sandra Cliffe was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 37 which when turned was not the Joker but she did win €50. Anthony Morrissey and Cossie, Packie, Conor and Briggsy won €25 each. SENIOR HURLING On Friday night last our Senior hurlers played Dungarvan in the County League in Dungarvan where the game not alone doubled up for the Johnny Murphy Cup, but it was also a fundraiser for two worthy causes namely St John's Special School and Post Heart Bypass Rehab . On the night Dungarvan were much the better side and we congratulate them on their win and say well done to all in Dungarvan GAA Club for the efficient way the night was organised. Team: L. POWER, T. LOOBY, E. COLLINS, D. COLLINS, P. HURNEY, J. HURNEY, S. O'DONOVAN, M. POWER, C. PRUNTY, S. WHELAN BARRETT, T. MURRAY, M. TWOMEY, S. AHERNE, M. FERNCOMBE, M. O'HALLORAN. Subs: E. KIELY, S. CLIFFE, S. O'CONNOR, O. HALLAHAN. This Saturday night we play Mt Sion in Walsh Park at 7 pm in round 2 of the County Championship. JUNIOR HURLING This Thursday night we play Kilrossanty in Fraher Field at 8 pm in our third game of the Western Championship. CLUB BINGO Our club Bingo continues in the CBS Hall this Sunday night where the jackpot is €650. UNDER 14 Included with this week’s notes is a photo of the Abbeyside U-14 panel who took part in a hurling blitz Saturday, June 15th at Carriganore. They played three games against Moyle Rovers, St Mollerans & Portlaw/Ballyduff. Tonight (Wed., June 19th) the lads come up against Lismore in the U-14 County semi-final at 7 pm. ABBEYSIDE / BALLINACOURTY GAA JUVENILE PARISH LEAGUES HURLING FINALS The finals of our mini All Ireland hurling leagues are set for this Saturday morning with six finals down for decision. The League games have been playing over the last few weeks with some really top class stuff on view. This year, we paired up the ages in double groupings which has proved to be a huge success as the spread of age and level has provided the perfect mix of skill, style and balanced competitiveness. Each week so far we have seen the young lads hurling away to their hearts content as they live the dream of the swashbuckling hurling warrior, swishing here, dashing there, now you see me everywhere sort of way. Light of foot, swift of movement, strong of limb, sweet of stroke seems to be the style of these young village boys. No doubt the spark of the combined rural/urban old villages of Abbeyside to the west of the Parish and

Ballinacourty to the east of the Parish is very much alive and kicking in the youth of our club. This Saturday morning is not to be missed. Each year over the past five years or so the leagues have gotten stronger year on year and the indications are that this year will definitely produce something special. Our team mentors too have chipped in with their twopence-halfpenny worth of League hysteria. I’m told that when the various groups of mentors got together to set out the league format it took all of the negotiation skills of the coaching and games special sub committee personnel to sort out the sorties. Having seen it at first hand I know that the lads have everything in top order and ready to go at 10.30 am on Saturday morning. The full entourage: Joe Cleary, Michael Mansfield, Michael Enright, Eamon Lonergan, Sean Ó Régáin, Brendan Fitzgerald, John Joe Henly, Pat Moore, Caiman Radley, Laurence Hurney, Jack Doyle, Sean Kiely, Steven O’Connor, Brendan Mansfield, James Murray, Karl Power, Dermot Walsh, Gavin Breen, Rosarie Kealy, Conor Murphy, Pádraig Kenneddy, Dereck Truman, Alan O’Donnell, Declan Galvin, Neil Power, Kevin O’Sullivan, Seán Moynihan, Diarmuid Mooney, Damien Cliffe, Danny McGrath, Gerry Murphy, Des Feeney, John Dillon will bring typical village spirit to the occasion, not to mention their usual high levels of organizational skills, attention to detail, correctness in all matters hurling, quick wit, powerful sideline management control, sound advice, robust engagement where needed and of course an uncanny ability to bring order to chaos when chaos jumps up (from where one never knows). These lads are truly unreal. The best I’ve seen in my time, and that’s a long time. Let’s get at it fellas. U-11 / 12 RAILWAY CUP ULSTER V MUNSTER Ulster got off to a great start with a point from Oisin Power before Cathal McGrath picked off a great goal followed by a point made from a perfect pass from the hard working Eoin Hackett. Aaron Walsh added to Ulster's score sheet with a point from midfield. Goalkeeper Sean Kiely pulled off 3 excellent saves in the Munster goal. The half time score was Ulster 0-3 to Munster 1-1. Ulster regained the lead in the second half with an instictive goal from Louis Simms. Fionnán Lonergan and Aaron Walsh battled fiercely in midfield with neither giving a inch, the hooking and blocking on display was of the highest standard. The other midfield pairing John Dillon and Oisin Power exchanged scores as the match headed into the final stages. Within minutes of the end, Oisin and Cathal had found the net for their teams. As the tension built, the defenders came under severe pressure, Conor Byrne, Michael Horgan and Darragh Mansfield shut the door on Ulster's attacks whilst Duiran Norris, Dan Hayes and Conor Dalton made the Ulster goal mouth impenetrable. Ulster finished victorious in this exciting and competitive encounter, but there is a stong likelihood that both teams will meet again in

the latter stages of this competition. Not to be missed. There are six trophies down to be played for. We don’t know the pairings for the finals as of yet because there are still league games being played out right up this Wednesday evening. The under 6s will continue in the astro turf area. The under 7/8s will play for the Abbeyside and the Ballinroad cups. (two finals). The under 9/10s will play for he Danny Lenihan and the Garranbane cups. (two finals). The under 11/12s will play for the Joe Flynn cup. (one final). Pictured is the Abbeyside U14 panel which took part in a hurling blitz on Saturday June 15th at Carriganore. They played three games in all playing Moyle Rovers, St Mollerans and Portlaw/Ballyduff. Tonight (Wed., June 19th) the lads come up against Lismore in the U14 County semi-final. The winners of this game will face the winners of the other semi final between Ballygunner and Brickey Rangers in the County final to be played in mid July. Good luck to all involved this week. BAG PACKING WEEKEND Last week end was set aside by our fundraising committee to facilitate the Bag Packing efforts of our extraordinary team of baggers, as we embarked on a hands across the Parish and the local community and area in our efforts to raise funds for our many projects which are part and parcel of organising events to keep our juveniles active and healthy through the playing of our games. As is always the case the people of our own Parish and indeed the people of the neighboring clubs afforded us tremendous support and they did so in their usual kind and sincere way. We appreciate that help and we assure you all that the monies raised will be wisely utilised as part of our “Village Opportunities” programme of events. We had a really good team of bag packers on rotation duty over the three days at Garvey’s SuperValu of Parnell Street Upper and it is fair to say that each and every one of our team “did the business” as only they can. I know that there were special arrangements made by many of you to ensure that you were available to “man the ship”. Some dashed home from work, put on the casuals and a smile, took up position to join in the fun and lived the moment with energy and enthusiasm in true village style. Juvenile committee chairman Joe Cleary can feel well pleased with efforts over the three days. Joe has been working away diligently as our chairman over recent years and he brings his own style to the position. I paid a few visits to Garvy’s SuperValu over the week-end and quite frankly it was like home from home such was the friendly banter and good humoured conversation. Liam Power and his staff were, as always, absolutely fantastic. Helpful, courteous and accommodating, they made our week-end amongst them a pure joy. Thanks to all.

Modeligo BALLYDUFF LOWER TOURNAMENT Well done to the Modeligo Intermediate Hurlers who captured the Derek Ryan Memorial Cup over the weekend, defeating their hosts, Ballyduff Lower GAA in what was a very entertaining games. Thanks to the Ballyduff Lower Club for their invitation to take part in this event. WESTERN JUNIOR ‘C’ HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Ballysaggart 1-14; Modeligo 0-12. (Played Saturday, June 15th in Modeligo) Hard luck to our Junior Hurlers who lost out to a good Ballysaggart side on Saturday night last, but Well done to both teams on what was overall a very good game of Championship hurling. U-14 REGIONAL CAMOGIE FÉILE

What a day our Under 14's had on Saturday, June 8th last! Their Féile adventure began early on a beautiful morning in Modeligo as the hit the road with high hopes for a brilliant experience during the day ahead, & for everyone who travelled, they certainly weren't disappointed. Results may not have gone their way, but this group of fabulous girls have given themselves & their families memories that will last a lifetime. Games against St. Maurs of Dublin; Cushendall of Antrim & St.Cillians of Co. Offaly were all tough tests for our girls, but they stood toe-to-toe with their opposition and battled hard, right to the final whistle, giving a great account of themselves in every game. The entertainment these girls have provided for us

all year long was matched once again throughout the day. On and Off the pitch. They are a credit to themselves, their families, and our club, and I'm certain that Liam, Owen and JP would all agree that it has been an enjoyable and fantastic journey along the way, capturing the Piltown Camogie Tournament; County Féile 'B' title; County 'B' U14 title; and all building to this Féile adventure to round off a memorable Under 14 Camogie campaign for our Club. To the three lads who put in the coaching work, a massive amount of credit is due to you all... Ye have done an excellent job and should certainly be proud of your efforts too! Well done everyone..."Small club, with massive Heart" "Má Dheilge Abú."

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Draw 11th June: numbers drawn were 16, 17, 23 and 28. No jackpot winner. Weekly €30 winners were James Wilkinson, Deirdre O’Donnell and Jim McHugh. Next week’s jackpot is €5,000. Draw takes place every Tuesday night at Meagher’s. JUNIOR HURLING Well done to out Junior Hurling team on their victory over Modeligo in the Western Junior Championship last Saturday night in Modeligo. The final score was Ballysaggart 1-14 Modeligo 0-12. The next game is against Cappoquin on July 6th. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE Our Intermediate hurling team met An Rinn in the Western Intermediate League last Sunday and despite being five points down at half time showed great improvement and spirit in the second half and losing out by the narrowest of margins on a score of 1-19 to 1-20. WESTERN INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP The Intermediate team meet Ardmore in the next round of the Western Championship on Friday night, June 28th, at 8.00 p.m. in Fraher Field.

An Coilligean/Na h-Emmetigh CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Shalloe’s Bar on Monday, 10th June. The numbers drawn were 6, 7, 21 and 28. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Martin Grealish, Antóin Breathnach, Mairead Walsh and Michael Kelly. The seller’s prize went to Gerry Quinlan. Last Monday, 17th of June night’s jackpot was worth €3,600. JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Colligan Rockies will play the Geraldines this Saturday, 22nd June at 7 pm in Bushy Park.

Kilgobinet JAMES WALSH FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT 2019 Congratulations to Gaultier GAA on winning the James Walsh Tournament with a narrow win over Kilgobinet in Bohadoon last Friday evening. It was an exciting, hard fought game, many thanks to Gaultier for making the trip to Bohadoon. The cup that both teams were competing for was kindly donated by the Walsh Family, Coolnasmear in memory of James, who died in 1996, former chairman of the club and a lifelong servant of both Kilgobinet and Waterford GAA. After the match, Club Chairman Mattie Fahey, said a few words about James, and also mentioned James' late brother John and late son Jim, all great Kilgobinet clubmen. Then, Kevin Walsh, on behalf of the family, presented the cup to the Gaultier captain. UPCOMING FIXTURE Local Bar Junior C Hurling Championship Rd 3 Abbeyside v Kilgobinet Friday 28 June 7:30 pm in Bohadoon Local Bar Junior C Hurling Championship Rd 4 Kilgobinet v Melleray/Glen Rovers Sat 6 July 7pm in Melleray SYMPATHIES The club would like to express its sympathies to our players, John and James Fennell, on the death of their uncle, John Anthony "Dinny" Dalton, late of Caseyville, Dungarvan, who died in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal recently. Also sympathies to our former curate, Fr. Connie Kelleher and the Kelleher family on the death of their brother, John Kelleher, St. Enda's, Abbeyside who died recently. We would also like to express sympathies to Paddy Walsh and the Walsh family, on the death of Michael Walsh, Mahon View, Briskey Lower, Kilmacthomas, who was laid to rest in Kilrossanty recently. Go ndéana Dia trócaire orthu. FACEBOOK Follow us on Facebook for the latest club news and updates. @kilgobinet.gaa

Camogie Under 12 Panel who had their first league match of the season against Brickey Rangers recently.

Ballyduff Upper Camogie UNDER 12 COUNTY LEAGUE On Tuesday, 11th June, our U-12s played their first league match of the season against Brickey Rangers in Ballyduff Upper Community field. From the start this was going to be a tough game. Brickey Rangers defended very well and despite all our possession, the scores just wouldn't come. But our girls played some excellent camogie and got more into the match as it went on - they got stuck in and worked extremely hard. Unfortunately, in the end the final result was 2-01 to 2-00 in favor of the visitors. But our girls can hold their heads high after a very good season opening match. Well done to all involved. We now look forward to playing Abbeyside on Tuesday, 18th June in Abbeyside at 7.00 p.m. U-12 Panel - Joanne O'Connor, Dayna Hannon, Mia Geary, Ella O'Brien, Sinead Branagh, Roisin Daly, Grace Kenny, Roisin Flynn, Katie Kenny, Niamh Feeney, Abbie Feeney, Leah Kenneally, Sarah Barry, Lauren Drislane, Roisin McGuinness, Oliva Scanlon

and Sinead Geary. UPCOMING EVENTS U8 and U10 Go Games Blitz's: The next U-8/U-10 blitz will be 29th June in Ballyduff. This is scheduled for a 10.15 a.m. start. Can all players be in the pitch at 9.45 a.m. please. We would ask all parents to help out where possible on the day. The following U-8/U-10 Blitz will be held on Saturday, 13th July (venue tbc). U12 LEAGUE FIXTURES Tuesday, 18th June - away vs Abbeyside at 7.00 p.m. Tuesday, 2nd July - at home vs Clonea B at 6.30 p.m. Tuesday, 9th July - at home vs Cappoquin at 6.30 p.m. NOTE - Our scheduled away match vs Mount Sion on Tuesday 25th June has been postponed. We will notify parent of the revised date and time for this match asap.

Damien Landers presenting Lorraine Bray with a Cappoquin Camogie Club jacket for her outstanding achievements in 2018.

UNDER 13 CHALLENGE Our U13s will play neighbours Kilworth in a challenge match on Friday, 21st June in Kilworth. Throw-in at 6.45 p.m. HURLOGIE 2019 As part of this years Ballyduff Upper Gala Festival, our U-6, U-8 and U-10 girls will combine with counterparts from Ballyduff Upper Juvenille club and take part in a fun Blitz on Tuesday, 25th June in Ballyduff Upper Community Field at 7.00 p.m. This promises to be a great night of fun for all involved. During the night, the boys and girls will also get a chance to see their parents take to the field to show off their hurling and camogie skills in mini matches. We hope to see a big crowd on the night and would encourage as many players and parents as possible to take part for a bit of fun. TRAINING We will notify all parent with training times throughout the week. New members always welcome. Please contact Shane Feeney if any queries.

Damien Landers also presented Jane McConnell with a Cappoquin training top and sweatshirt.

Cappoquin Camogie

Kevin Walsh, on behalf of the family, presented the cup to the Gaultier captain.

CLUB T-SHIRTS Club t-shirts now available for players, mentors, parents and supporters are now welcome to buy their own personalised club top with initials. Junior sizes: age 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, are €15. Adults sizes: age 13/14, XS, S, M, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, are €20. Place orders with Jenny McCarthy. Orders and payments by Saturday, June 22nd. On Tuesday last, Club Chairperson Damien Landers presenting Lorraine Bray with a Cappoquin Camogie Club jacket for her outstanding achievements in 2018. Lorraine was nominated for a Camogie All Star Award for 2018, a first for this club. Good luck to Lorraine and the rest of the Waterford panel in this years championship.

Damien Landers also presented Jane McConnell with a Cappoquin training top and sweatshirt. Jane will be representing Waterford in the All Ireland Féile skills competition in Dublin next week. Good luck Jane. UNDER 12's Last week our under 12's played their first under match against Abbeyside in Cappoquin. It was a very tough match from the start to the finish. The girls fought hard from start to the finish but Abbeyside came out top. They play their next match against Mount Sion on Tuesday 18th at 6:30 in Mount Sion. Best of luck girls. UNDER 16/18 They have training on Tuesday nights on 6:15 - 7:25. Under 16 championship starts in August 1st. Under 18 have a 10 aside league starts in July.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Nire/FMW Juvenile U-13 FOOTBALL COUNTY FINAL Hard luck to our U-13 footballers on Saturday morning last, losing out by the narrowest of margins in the County final. Credit to St Saviours as they never panicked throughout the game and kept their cool. As is often the case the Nire boys didn't get going at all in the first half where the performances of only a few boys kept them in the game. The second half was a real tense affair and although our boys were playing much better they just couldn't put the Saviours boys away. It was a day of missed chances on our behalf...maybe it was down to nerves who knows. Thanks a million to all the parents for all the support over the football season. Special thanks to Adam Guiry, Cian O’Keeffe, Cian Sheehan, Pat Walsh. Gerard Long, Padraic Byrne, Micháel McMagh, Osgar O’Connell, Reece Peters, Paddy Spelman, Matthew Ryan, Riain Wyse, Oran Sheehan, Conor Walsh, Andrew Ryan, David Ryan and David Wall.

Well done on a great year. We now turn our focus to the hurling. Best of luck to all for the rest of the season. Comhghairdeas St. Saviours. Final score Nire 1-5; St Saviours 1-6. U-10 HURLING Our U-10's had a great win against St Olivers in the Mill Field last Wednesday. Great passing and scoring and good skills on display. U-12 HURLING Well done to the U-12's who played against Deuglan Naofa, Ardmore in Round 5 of Town & Country. Super display of hurling from these lads. Well done to each and everyone of you. Great result. U-14 WESTERN HURLING FINAL Our U-14's will contest the Western B Hurling Final this week against St. Pats. Hopefully they'll add this title to the Western football title.

Our U-12 Hurling team who were victorious in the Pat Montayne Tournament. Also included in the photo is Pat and Mark Montayne.

U-13 Footballers beaten by a single point.

Cumann Camogaiochta na Rinne FOIREANN FAOI 12 Bhí dhá chluiche ag na cailíní an tseachtain seo caite. Bhí an chéad chluiche i gcoinne Gailltír agus ba iad Má Dheilge a bhí mar fhreasúra acu sa dara chluiche. Is i bPáirc Uí Shíothcháin sa Rinn a bhí an cluiche in aghaidh Gailltír agus imríodh é seo ar an Mháirt 11/06. Imríodh an dara chluiche oíche Dé hAoine seo caite i Má Dheilge. D’imir na h-imreoirí go hiontach sa dá chluiche. Bhaineadar an-thaitneamh as a bheith san iomaíocht agus tá siad ag súil go mór leis an chéad chluiche eile. Ar fheabhas a chailíní!

Our U-9 hurling team who were victorious in the Mary Pratt Tournament. Also included are Martina and Tony O’Donnell.

UNDER 12 TEAM Our girls played two games last week. Their first outing was a home game against Gaultier. This enjoyable match was played in Páirc Uí Shíothcháin, An Rinn, on Tuesday 11/06. It was a great display of hurling and the girls played with wonderful determination, chasing and tackling at every opportunity. Their second game was played last Friday night in Modeligo and this was equally enjoyable to watch. This young team is very competitive and improving with every game. They are already looking forward to their next match. Beir bua!

The mighty U-8 team who took part in a blitz recently.

Naomh Chartaigh Foireann na Rinne faoi 12.

St. Marys Juveniles U-12 HURLING Our U-12 hurlers kept their unbeaten run intact last Monday evening, 10th June, when they proved too good for Tramore. Played at the seaside venue, the first half was really tight as we led by a solitary point thanks to a Maurice Walsh goal. However on the resumption we added 2-2 to our tally, with Brian Kirwan and Liam Kavanagh getting onto the score sheet. At the other end we kept the seasiders scoreless, thus securing the two points as it finished St Marys 3-2; Tramore 0-2. Then on Saturday we travelled to Mullinahone to take on the home team in a challenge match. In a high scoring game

we came out on top by 8-7 to 7-1 in a great game. By all accounts the boys had a fantastic day. ON THE HURLING FRONT Our Minors, U-15’s and U-13’s are all training away at present as they await the beginning of their respective championships in July. Hopefully we will have plenty of positive reporting for the summer. U-7 HURLING BLITZ Well done to all our U-7’s who acquitted themselves very well in Carriganore last Tuesday evening, 11th June. Clonea, Tramore and Na Gael provided the opposition in this blitz type event. Well done to all involved on a great evening.

(LISMORE/BALLYSAGGART) JUVENILE THE PAT MONTAYNE TOURNAMENT We held the Pat Montayne U-12 hurling tournament last Saturday in Lismore. The boys played some excellent hurling and had wins over three Cork teams Carrigtwohill, St. Finbarrs and Bride Rovers. That put us in the final in a re match against St Finbarrs and the boys emerged victorious. The hurling was of a very high standard and the boys hurling, along with their attitude and discipline was outstanding. Captain Rian O’Dwyer accepted the plaque on behalf the panel from Pat Montayne. The victorious panel was: A. Cummins, J. Kiely, T. O’Keeffe, D. Cunningham, H. Quann, K. Dunne, D. O’Brien, D. Farrell, R. O’Dwyer, I. Meagher, L. Duffy, T. O’Sullivan, B. Cummins, S. Sheehan, B. Hegarty, R. Nugent, C. O’Keeffe, R. Duffin. On behalf of the panel we would like to thank the Montayne family and all who helped out on the day with food and all who supported the boys. THE MARY PRATT TOURNAMENT The Club also held the U-9s Mary Pratt memorial tournament. There was some great hurling on display from all teams involved. Big thank you to Killeagh, Kilara Óg and Dungarvan who all took part. All the matches were very closely contested. Naomh Chartaigh prevailing in the end by a single point in final over Dungarvan. Well done boys keep up the good work. The club would like to thank Mary’s family for their continued support of the tournament, we would like to also extend our thanks to the travelling teams, the supporters and the parents who all

helped to make the day a wonderful success. U-11 Hurling - The U-11 Hurling team travelled to Abbyside to play their final game in the Town and County in which they hoped to continue their unbeaten record. They were met with a strong team but the boys fought for every ball, put on an excellent display of hurling and emerged victorious. Well done to the boys involved. U-10 Football – The boys played a football game against Ardmore. A physical encounter where everyone had to work really hard. With a few boys missing the boys who took to the field gave a great account of themselves and gave everything on the night. Our U-8s Hurling – The lads took part in a blitz against St. Pats and Fourmilewater. This skillful and hardy bunch of boys played really well and some great passing play and scores taken by lads. Well done all. The club would also like to give a mention to the boys who valiantly represented their school Bunscoil Bhothar na Naomh in the County Schools Final last week against St. Marys, Ballygunner. This exciting encounter saw the two teams’ level at full time and level after extra time. 3 -11 to 3 -11. The game went to a replay two days later and almost unbelievably the sides were level again at full time. It was only in the second part of extra time that a small margin opened up and the final whistle arrived to early for the lads to mount a comeback. A wonderfully entertaining contest by two very good sides.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Keith Metcalf ón nGaeltacht a d’imir sa Primary Game

Darragh Ó Riagáin ón nGaeltacht a d’imir sa Primary Game

Naoise Mac Murchadha

An Ghaeltacht Fé 8 – D’imir na buachaillí óga seo trí Blitz le déanaí, iomáint i nDún Garbhán in aghaidh, Dún Garbhán, Naomh Pádraig agus Caisleán Cuanach. An Luan ina dhiaidh sin thaisteal siad go Ceapadh Choinn áit a d’imir siad an fhoireann bhaile, Clais Mhóir agus Cois Bhríde. Dé Luain seo caite thug siad aghaidh ar Lios Mhóir agus Dún Garbhán sa pheil sa Rinn. Is iad na himreoirí a ghlac páirt ná Daire Ó Droma, Donnacha Ó Riain, Cathal Ó Raghnaigh, Callum Ó Cuirrín, Finn Ó Muirithe, Liam Óg Ó Deá, Cathal Mac Craith, Seán Ó hArta agus Maidhc Ó Catháin. Fé 13 – Comhghairdeachas le Keith Metcalf agus Darragh Ó Riagáin a ghlac páirt i gComórtas Scilleanna Larry Quinn an Iarthar an Déardaoin seo caite agus go háirithe do Dharragh a tháinig sa dara háit agus a bheidh ag dul ar aghaidh chun páirt a ghlacadh i gCraobh an Chontae i gCnoc Sion an Déardaoin seo. Comhgairdeachas comh maith le Naoise Mac Murchadha, Keith Metcalf agus Darragh Ó Riagáin a d’imir ag leath ama i gCluichí Sinsear na Mumhan san Primary Game, maith sibh. Bhí cluiche dúshláin maith ag an bhfoireann Fé 13 in

aghaidh Dún Garbhán Dé hAoine seo caite. Fé 14 – Ghlac an fhoireann páirt i mBlitz an Oirdheisceart, i gCarraig an Óir maidin Dé Satharn seo caite. Cluichí naonúr an taobh a bhí i gceist. Bhuaigh siad an chéad cluiche in aghaidh Clerihan ó Tiobraid Árainn agus ansin bhí cluiche dian acu in aghaidh an Trá Mhóir ach aríst bhí an bua acu. Maith sibh lads. Cuireann an club fáilte roimh Darragh McKee a bhog go dtí an pharóiste agus bheidh ag imirt leis an bhfoireann seo. Fé 15 – D’imir an fhoireann seo cluiche dúshláin in aghaidh Naomh Bríd an Déardaoin seo caite agus treanál dian ar siúl acu faoi láthair ag ullmhú don craobhchomórtais. Comhghairdeachas le Nioclás Breathnach a d’imir go leor cluichí do Phort Láirge i gComórtas an Celtic Challenge le dhá mhí anuas agus a d’imir i gcluiche ceathrú ceannais an Satharn seo caite. Ná déanaigí dearúid go mbeidh Cúl Campa na Gaeltachta ar siúl sa Rinn ón 1/7/19 go 5/7/19 gach eolas le fáil ar www.kellogsculcamps.gaa.ie

Naomh Bríd U-10 HURLING Well done to the U-10 boys who played three matches in Carriganore on Satruday last. The boys played really well, coming away with two victories against Butlerstown and Ardmore and a narrow defeat to Stradbally. Keep practicing lads and keep up the good work. FORÓIGE YOUTH CLUB Foróige would like to invite you to an information meeting in Touraneena Community Centre this Thursday, 20th June at 7.00 pm, regarding the establishment of a Foróige Youth Club in the Modeligo/Touraneena area. The purpose of the meeting is to: Inform the local community of the benefits of having a Foróige Club in their area. Gain local support for the development of a Foróige Club in the area. Recruit volunteers from the local area to help develop and run the club.

Without volunteer leaders, clubs like this are impossible to set up; we rely upon people in their communities to help in providing this service to young people. Even if you are not interested in becoming a volunteer, please come out to give us your support. All volunteers and the club itself will be supported by a team of full-time staff in developing the club. If you can’t make it or you would rather speak to a staff member directly, you can contact Mark O’Dwyer on 086 779 1741 or by email – mark.odwyer@foroige.ie, Mark will be happy to answer any of your questions. U-11 HURLING The U-11 hurlers played the last of their “Town & Country” Hurling games on Monday, 17th June. After a great battle our boys lost out by two points to Stradbally, but can take huge encouragement from their performance and work-rate. Well done boys, keep up the good work.

Naomh Bríd U-11 Hurling team who played Stradbally in the “Town and Country” games.

Newtown/Ballydurn A small rural club, Newtown/Ballydurn is steeped in the history of the GAA having been one of the earliest clubs in the county, formed in 1897. Newtown/Ballydurn GAA Club is at the heart of the community and thanks to a lot of hard work it continues to thrive. Currently the club works closely with the staff at Newtown National School and our Juvenile Club, St. Mary’s. Like all clubs the future is important so, with that in mind you may encounter club members and volunteers over the next number of weeks telling and selling about “The Mad Cow Splash”, yes indeed, Daisy is back! A fun filled weekend is planned for Saturday 7th and Sunday, September 8th, 2019. On Saturday, September 7th, “Daisy” (a cow!) will be released into the GAA pitch which comprises randomly numbered squares and during the course of a leisurely stroll the cow will do her business over one of the squares. The lucky owner of the square on which the cow

“does her business” will be €2,000 richer! Runner-up prizes will be awarded for four surrounding squares to the value of €200 each. Not bad for a fiver! To give yourself an even better chance of winning you can purchase 3 squares for €10 or better again a full card containing 20 random numbers of €50. Squares can be purchased from any club/committee member. If you’re not in, you can’t win! Other activities are planned for the weekend including matches, music and a Family Fun Day jampacked with funfilled activities for all the family. Novelty kid’s sports, face painting, bouncy castle, special guests, stalls, side shows, novelty games and much more. A more detailed programme of events will be published at a later date. We would like you all to come along and join in the festivities, meanwhile keep an eye out for The Mad Cow Splash Crew.

Dungarvan man helps Ireland climb Longines FEI Nations Cup table after runner-up finish at Sopot in Poland THE Irish Show Jumping team have claimed an impressive runner-up finish in Sunday’s hugely important five-star Longines FEI Nations Cup at Sopot in Poland, following a tense competition where Ireland and Belgium had to jump-off to decide the winners. This was Ireland’s second of four opportunities to score league points in Europe’s top division, which this year carries the added importance of an Olympic team qualification spot up for grabs at the Nations Cup World Final in Barcelona this September. Ireland, sponsored by Devenish and The Underwriting Exchange, were drawn first to jump, and got off to an excellent start with clear rounds from Limerick’s Paul O’Shea with Skara Glen’s Machu Picchu (owned by Machu Picchu Partners LLC) and from Cork’s Shane Sweetnam with Alejandro (owned by Seabrook LLC). Waterford’s Peter Moloney looked to be heading for Ireland’s third clear with the Team Harmonyowned Chianti’s Champion, however the last fence fell to leave them with four faults. Wexford’s Bertram Allen was last to go for Ireland in the first round with Harley VD Bisschop (owned by Ballywalter Stable), and finished with one fence down to leave Ireland on a total of four faults and in a share of second place with Belgium and France at the halfway stage, with The Netherlands holding the lead on a zero score. O’Shea completed a brilliant double clear round when first out for the Irish in the second round, and the gap at the top closed when the first Dutch rider picked up four faults. Sweetnam then matched O’Shea’s performance as he also jumped double clear and that put Ireland in a share of the lead when The Netherlands joined a group of four teams on four faults at that stage. Peter Moloney, who was making his debut in Europe’s top division of the Nations Cup series, then delivered a vital clear round, meaning Ireland would finish with a clear scorecard in the second round. Ireland would finish on their first round total of four faults without the need for Bertram Allen to jump in the second round. The Dutch and French teams dropped out of the running after their final riders collected points, however Belgium matched Ireland’s score to secure a jump-off to decide the winners.

Peter Moloney who contributed to Ireland’s runner-up spot in the Longines FEI Nations Cup at Sopot in Poland. Paul O’Shea was selected to go against the clock for Ireland with Skara Glen’s Machu Picchu, but they left the door open when they knocked the first fence. O’Shea’s time however was quick, meaning Belgium’s Pieter Devos still had to deliver with his horse Apart. Devos survived a nervous round where he rattled a couple of poles, however he crossed the line clear to take victory for the Belgian’s ahead of Ireland in second. France finished third ahead of Germany in fourth and Netherlands in fifth. Brazil filled sixth place ahead of the home team from Poland in seventh while Austria finished eighth. Irish team manager Rodrigo Pessoa was very pleased with his team’s performance and said, “We were really close, we had good rounds with one or two new horses that we got to know a bit better. In the jump-off we had to go first which is always difficult and we made it a bit easier for Pieter. The points today were really important. To pick up 90 points today is really good as we

don’t want to have to be chasing points at the end as it would be good to have the back up of Barcelona if needed for the qualification for the Olympics.” Pessoa had special praise for Peter Moloney who was making his debut in Europe Division 1 “The horse (Chianti’s Champion) has unbelievable potential and Peter Moloney is very good, so today was very positive. Now we set our sights on our next Nations Cup in Aachen (which is not part of Europe Division 1) and the final stretch in Hickstead, Dublin and then the important European Championships.” Ireland collected 90 points for their runner-up finish in Sopot and the result has moved Pessoa’s team up to fourth place on the league table. Ireland’s next opportunity to gain Nations Cup points will come in July at Hickstead in Britain where Ireland were winners in 2018. The final chance to collect points will come in the Aga Khan at the Dublin Horse Show in August.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Causeway Tennis Club Open Week 2019 CAUSEWAY Tennis Cllub’s Open Week was held recently from 1st to 8th of June. It was sponsred by Eurospar, The Park Hotel and REA Spratt. There was a record number of 212 players in the draw. It was a great week of tennis even if the weather was not

always that kind. Thanks to all the members who baked and made sandwiches and worked in the kitchen during the week. Also thanks to those who manned the reception desk and helped with the draws.

Ladies Doubles Grade 3: Brian Enright, Eurospar, Cora Morrissey and Mary Wall (Hillview TC), winners; Denis O’Donovan, President Causeway Tennis Club; Helena Daly and Shirley Kennedy (St. Anne’s) runner-up; Margaret Cooney, Eurospar. [Pat Crowley]

Mixed Doubles Grade 4: Ruaidhri De Paor and Sarah Feeney (Causeway TC) winners; Allison Spratt (REA Spratt sponsors; Grainne Scully and Don Sheehan (Youghal TC); Amanda Garcia McAree (Committee). [Pat Crowley] Men’s Singles Grade 6: Denis O’Donovan, President Causeway Tennis Club; Robert Flynn (Youghal TC); runner-up; Pierce Flynn, Park Hotel sponsors; Cillian Doyle (St. Anne’s) winner. [Pat Crowley]

Ladies Doubles Grade 4: Niall Herlihy (Club Captain); Sarah Feeney and Ber Sheridan (Causeway TC) winners; Desiree Bailey (Lower Aghada LTC), Orla O’Shea (Douglas TC) runner-up; Eamonn Spratt, REA Spratt sponsor.

Mixed Doubles Grade 5: Niall Herlihy, Club Captain, Denis Ellis and Judith Kelleher (Rushbrooke TC) winners; Roman Polakov and Michele Durand (Causeway TC) runner-up; Eamonn Spratt, REA Spratt sponsor. [Pat Crowley]

Men’s Doubles Grade 4: Brian Enright, Eurospar; Andrew Zienko and John McNamara (Tramore TC) runners-up; Denis O’Donovan, President Causeway Tennis Club; Matt and Sean Hegarty (Castleview) winners; Margaret Cooney (Eurospar). [Pat Crowley]

Mixed Doubles Grade 6: Denis O’Donovan, President Causeway Tennis Club; Jason and Eileen Dundon (Lower Aghada LTC) runner-up; Martin Carroll and Margaret Lake (Causeway TC) winners; Eamonn Spratt, REA Spratt sponsor. [Pat Crowley]

Men’s Singles Grade 5: Left to right: Brian Enright (Eurospar Sponsor), Frazer Hanrahan (St. Anne’s) runner-up; Denis O’Donovan, President; Margaret Cooney, Eurospar; Glen Casey (Rushbrook) winner. [Pat Crowley]

Ladies Singles Grade 5: Denis O’Donovan, President Causeway Tennis Club; Ann Clark (Waterford) runner-up; [Pat Crowley] Pierce Flynn, Park Hotel sponsors; Grainne Whalley (Mallow) winner.

ATHLETICS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Sharon Mullins, primary school principal presents prizes to winners Rose Kinsella and Etna Sheehan at last Friday evening’s Kinsalebeg 5k.

Mary Deedy, sponsor presents winner Raivis Zakis with his prize at last Friday evening’s Kinsalebeg 5k.

Mary Deedy, sponsor presents Ladies winner Ann Dunford with her prize at last Friday evening’s Kinsalebeg 5k.

Great turnout at Kinsalebeg 5k WELL done to all who ran the Kinsalebeg 5k last Friday evening, despite the inclement weather a good turnout of walkers and runners took part in this event with the proceeds being donated to the Primary School in Clashmore. MEN 1st Raivis Zakis West Waterford AC 16.36

2nd Brian Landers Youghal AC 18.40 3rd Ed Nicholson Youghal AC 19.17 LADIES 1st Ann Dunford West Waterford AC 23.33 2nd Etna Sheehan Youghal AC 24.37 3rd Rose Kinsella West Waterford AC 24.40

27th Annual Dromana 5 this Friday, June 21st Sharon Mullins, primary school principal presents prizes to winners Brian Landers and Ed Nicholson at last Friday evening’s Kinsalebeg 5k.

Irish Life Health National Track & Field Fixtures UPCOMING track and field fixtures are Irish Life Health National Juniors and u/23. Venue is Tullamore on 6th July. Irish Life Health National Seniors 27th and 28th July in Santry and Irish Life Health National Masters 18th August in Tullamore. If competing please text Gregory Fitzgerald 087 6445789 or Michael Dunford 087 9928887. No entries for any of the above national competitions will be accepted on the day.

One mile challenge - round 23 25th June at 6.30 p.m. Greenway carpark THE second opportunity of the year to test yourself over the mile distance is coming up on 25th June. This is all about having fun, doing something different, experiencing running faster and getting involved no matter how fast or slow you run – covering the distance in YOUR best time. How much can you improve on last month? This is a great personal challenge and will fine tune your fitness, help you get faster and stay motivated during the holiday period. Prizes will be awarded to those who can run the fastest and to those who improve their times the most over the three nights. All welcome over 16 years of age.

Coolagown 5k THE Coolagown 5k was held Thursday evening and a field of 274 completed the event.The overall race winner was Liam Tracy Watergrasshill AC 16.11 with the Ladies honours going to Ann Geary Midleton AC 19.12. West Waterford had six athletes competing with Ted O'Leary 19.43 leading them home and finishing 2nd over 50.Sinead Ní Fhaolain 23.12 was our first lady finisher followed just three seconds later by Brigid Coffey in 23.15. Next was Onra Power breaking the 25 minute mark with 24.28. Eamonn Curran just broke the 28 minutes when he recorded time of 27.59 and Michael Coakley likewise dipped under the 30 minute mark with a time of 29.21.

NOW in its 27th year this very popular race will once again use the same course over the fabulous Dromana Drive from Villierstown to Cappoquin. This race is kindly sponsored again this year by the Nagle family of the Dungarvan Leader. The race takes place this Friday, June 21st at 7.30 p.m. The winning athlete receives the Michael C. Nagle Memorial Trophy. Entries will be taken in the community hall in Villierstown with the presentation of prizes at Danny Flynn's Bar Cappoquin. This is a great course and a great race. Entry fee €7 pre registration and its €10 on race night. Race open to all over 16 years of age on race day. Prizes-1st 5 men and women and 1st two men's and 1st two ladies team of 3 outside ind prize winners plus plenty spots. BUS TO RACE START Please note those taking the bus to the race start in Villierstown from Cappoquin that registration for the race will be taken for those who haven't entered online, the bus will be leaving from the GAA pitch are at 6.15 sharp. Race start at 7.30 pm. ONLINE ENTRY FOR DROMANA 5 NOW OPEN You can register for the Dromana 5 now at the link below for €7, or you can also register on race night for €10. use this link to enter online from Dromana. https://endurancecui.active.com/ e v e n t - r e g / s e l e c t race?e=63078054 CASH BONUS FOR COURSE RECORDS IN DROMANA Like all our summer series races The Dromana 5 will also have a cash bonus for the top contenders if the course record for either Male and Female are broken. Our sincere thanks to Nagle family along with all the staff at Dungarvan Leader for through their generous

sponsorship these course record bonuses are available. There will also be a large array of prizes on offer for the race again this year which will include the 1st 5 men, 1st 2 men’s teams of 3, (Both Men's and Ladies team prizes are outside of individual prize winners) 1st 5 ladies and 1st 2 ladies team of 3, a €100 bonus will be awarded to the first man to break the course record of 23.49 (set by John Treacy) and another €100 will be awarded to the first lady to break the ladies record of 29.20 (set by Pauline Lambe). The usual spot prizes will also be given out at the presentation to the winners which this year will again be held at the Central Bar Cappoquin by kind permission of Danny and Nora Flynn, also shower facilities will be available for all here and refreshments will be provided for the runners. Course record: Pauline Lambe 29.20 (2010) John Treacy 23.49 (1999) MASON FAMILY PERPETUAL CUP TO FIRST LADY FINISHER IN DROMANA 5 We thank the Mason family Cappoquin who have for many years been huge supporters of the Dromana race. The whole Mason family under the stewardship of Trevor have put a huge amount of work into the event, year in year out and added to the high regard this race is held in by the running community when 8 years ago they introduced the Mason family perpetual cup which is awarded to the first lady finisher of the race, complementing the Michael C. Nagle trophy which is awarded to the race winner each year. We thank the Mason family especially Ger and Eileen for their commitment to athletics in the area. 2011 Corinna Walsh West Waterford AC 30.40 2012 Angela McCann Clonmel AC 30.12

2013 Nollaig O’Neill Leevale AC 30.44 2014 Martina O'Dwyer CarrickOn-Suir AC 30.55 2015 Corinna Walsh West Waterford AC 31.43 2016 Mary Molloy Carrick On Suir AC 34.41 2017 Maeve Fenton Doonen A.C. 32.37 2018 Julie Kenneally Youghal AC 34.39 ENTRIES TO INTERSPORT ELVERYS/ASICS SUMMER SERIES CLOSE IN DROMANA A reminder again to all runners that entry to this year’s Intersport Elverys / Asics summer series will close at registration on Friday in Dromana. Entry fee to the series is €5. For those that join the series, we keep track of your finishing position in each race that you do and your final score will be your best 7 races. You must do a minimum of 7 races to be part of the series. After the final race overall prizes will be awarded. In the ladies. A €30 ASICS voucher (redeemable at Intersport Elverys Dungarvan) will be awarded to any runner that takes part in any 7 of the 12 races. For those that run in all twelve races a special prize courtesy of our sponsors awaits you all. As you know this series is open to all runners, not just club members and this has a 12 race programme. For those who cannot make all 12 we will have the usual 30 euro vouchers for those who complete 7 races, can you make it 7 out of 12? So far this year we have over 150 entries and we have 11 men and 6 ladies who ran all 6 races to date. They are: Ladies Brigid Coffey Sinead Ni Fhaolain Aisling Cusack Clare O'Hanlon

Geraldine Barry Anne O'Driscoll Catherine Keogh Theresa Hickey Marie Moore Grainne Hallinan Fiona O'Riordan Deirdre Clancy Men Raivis Zakis Ray Hahesy Tom Hogan Sean Mc Carthy Eoin Walsh Yevgeniy Chizhikov Martin Tobin John Leonard Donal O’Donoghue Micheál Moynihan Owen Power Vincent O'Donovan Note: If you feel you should be on this list and have entered the series, please text Ann on 086 0619711. HALFWAY POINT OF SUMMER SERIES As regards the contenders for Winners of the series this year we have a clear leader in the ladies with Sally Forristal (St Joseph’s) the reigning summer series champion from last year on a lowly points tally of 6 with 4 wins and one second place to her name. In the men's its Raivis Zakis who holds top spot with 16 points from 6 races. Finally, remember if you want to take part in the Intersport Elvery’s/Asics Summer Series for 2019, you have to enter. The cost is just €5 and if you complete 7 out of the 12 races you get a voucher for Elvery’s to the value of €30 to be redeemed in Elverys Dungarvan. If you’re not sure if you have entered the series or not check out the tables on the website now at www.westwaterfordathletics.org If you think you have entered and should be on the tables, again, let Ann know in Dromana

ATHLETICS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Good numbers again in Friary for Round 2 of Minnies League Aidan Mansfield completes the 1 lap course at the Minnies Fit4life Summer league at St. Augustine’s College.

Patrick Power heading out on his 4th lap at the Minnies Fit4life Summer league at St. Augustine’s College.

Sprinting for the finish line Yev Chizhikov at the Minnies Fit4life Summer league at St. Augustine’s College.

Ray and Sean keep good company at the Minnies Fit4life Summer league at St. Augustine’s College.

Quick check of the watch from Liam Fitzgerald at the Minnies Fit4life Summer league.

Good pace going from this group of Ladies at the Minnies Fit4life Summer league at St. Augustine’s College.

Mick Concannon passing on another lap at the Minnies Fit4life Summer league at St. Augustine’s College.

IT was a nice if slightly cool evening for running in the Friary grounds for round 2 of the 6 week Minnies Fit4life running league last Wednesday evening. The Friary grounds this time of year is always at its best from a running point of view, it's nice and forgiving underfoot for us all after a tough few months on the roads of the town over the winter it’s always great to be back on grass for a few runs during the week. Our club and the local population in general are so lucky to have the use of such a facility right on our door step and we as a club are so fortunate to have the use of it for our Juvenile training and indeed for the many senior club leagues held there over the year. The distances for the Minnies league give a great choice to runners as you can run 1, 2, 3, or 4 laps so something for all levels. (A lap of the Friary is approx. 2 km or 1.2 miles). The turnout on the night was brilliant with a great crowd taking part. This league has always proved very popular and is one where many newcomers come along have a go for the first time; the league caters for all levels of runners, from the well-seasoned runner through to the complete beginner. The fee each night is €2 and water is provided for all runners at the finish. The league itself gets underway at 7 p.m. and registration will begin from 6.30 p.m. onwards at the club van. The league is on again next Wednesday and will continue on Wednesdays for the remainder of the league. The dates for the league are: Wednesday June 19th, 26th and July 3rd and 10th. After last week

THREE LAP LEAGUE Yevgeniy Chizikov led home the 3 lappers in 24.08.. He was followed by Darren Coogan (30.21) and Jenny Noctor in 31.05. In fourth was Sharon Higgins in 35.25 with Patricia Walsh next in 43.52. We look forward to hearing more about all the three lap runners over the coming weeks. FOUR LAP LEAGUE Well done to all 18 runners that took part in the 4 lap league. First home was Colm Ryan in a quick 29.05. Colm was followed by Tom Leahy in 33.05. Next was Tom Nyhan in 33.18 followed by Sean Dwyer and Michael Callaghan in 33.29 and 34.06 respectively. Martin Tobin had a good run finishing in 35.18 as had Johnny Burkin (35.45). First lady was Angeline Drennan in 37.16 with Ann Dunford next in 38.23, with Linda Foley third lady on the night in 38.32. Liam Kavanagh and Karen Ryan finished together in 39.34. Well done to all and best of luck for the remainder of the league. THANKS Thanks to the St Augustine’s College for permitting the league to be held on their grounds. Many thanks to our ongoing league sponsor Pat O'Brien of Minnies Bar, Abbeyside, and of course to all the crew who helped with the smooth running of the league especially Ray, Shirley, Irene, James and Ann. Thanks so much. Remaining dates for the Minnie’s Running League: Wednesday, June 19th Wednesday, June 26th Wednesday, July 03rd Wednesday, July 10th

Munster, Junior, Senior and Masters Track and Field Championships success for West Waterford athletes THE Munster track and field championships for senior, under 23 and masters took place last Saturday at the Templemore track in Co. Tipperary and it was a great day’s competition all-round. Competing in the Junior ranks was youngster Ciaran Buenaventura in the High Jump, Ciaran got the club off to a brilliant start when taking a silver with a height of 1.85 metres. A fine athlete who has recent joined our club and is a very welcome addition is Garry Cantwell, Garry competed in the

Internet Reminder Pictured at the RSC recently where Trevor Walsh, Chairman Waterford AC handed over a cheque to Neil O'Sullivan, Waterford Hospice for €4,500. Waterford Hospice were Waterford AC's Charity Partner for the 2018 running of the Annual Half Marathon. This donation was collected from the participants of the Annual Half Marathon which was run last December. Pictured from left to right were: Cathal Lowe, Director Hooper Dolan Insurance, Waterford; Neil O'Sullivan, Waterford Hospice; Trevor Walsh, WAC Chairperson; Ronan Clinton, Partner EY, Waterford and in the front, Lucy Colbert and Lucy Clinton. [Noel Browne]

there are four nights remaining so you still have plenty of time to join. You don't have to run every night of the league, just come along whenever you can. Pretty soon, we will have division tables in place for each of the laps and it's your best 5 nights out of the 6 nights that will determine your overall score at the end. Thanks once again to the O'Brien family of Minnies for coming on-board again this year as sponsors. Please support our sponsor when appropriate. ONE LAP LEAGUE First home was Aidan Mansfied in 7.44 followed by Eamon Cashin in 7.53. This was good running by both as they each knocked off approx. 30 seconds off last week’s times. Next was Aishling Hourigan in 10.19 followed by Michelle Power (11.39), Ella O'Riordan (14.22) and Niamh Ryan (17.15). Well done to all the runners that took part in the one lap league. TWO LAP LEAGUE The two lap league had a mixture of new faces as well as regulars and all did really well with more to come no doubt. First home was Liz Nyhan in 17.37 followed by Onra Power in 18.57 (50 second improvement). Brian Harris was third in 19.16 (a massive improvement of 1 minutes 20 seconds). Michael Moynihan was next in 19.45 and Michael will be happy to have broken 20 minutes. Sarah Duffy had a good run clocking 20.16 followed by Annette Cullen (20.20). Others to record good times included Amanda Mansfield (23.07), Barbara Duff (24.21), Ann O’Donovan (27.41) and Sinead Griffin (30.50).

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Senior Men 1500m and running a time of 4.27.39 finished 6th. Yevgeniy Chizhikov competed in the Masters Men over 45 running the 400 meters and finishing 4th with a time of 1.05.75, Yev also competed in the 800m finishing 4th again here in a time of 2.27.08. Gregory Fitzgerald one of the club’s track and field coordinators led by example when competing in the over 45 category over 100m where he snatched a great silver with a time of 12.68. Gregory went on later in the day to also take a sil-

ver in the 200 metres clocking a time of 26.89. Ray Hahesy was in action in the Masters Men O55 800m where he finished 7th in a time of 2.45.85 and Ray also ran in the 1,500m clocking a time of 5.26.08 finishing 5th. Our final competitor at the championships Michael Tutty was competing in the over 55 Javelin where he won a super silver with a throw of 33.69. Well done to all those who represented the club at these championships.

Linda runs half PB WELL done to club member Linda Foley on a great new personal best half marathon time of 1.46.50 which she ran last Saturday in Ballyheigue, Co. Kerry on a very undulating course it's worth noting.

Mick runs Kildare Marathon MICK Concannon was in action last Sunday morning when he completed the Kildare marathon in a time of 3.45. Mick is well on his way to his 200th marathon, wow.

Running Quote IT’S not only about finishing, it’s about moving forward.

ATHLETICS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

WEST WATERFORD ATHLETIC CLUB JUVENILES

FINISK VALLEY ATHLETIC CLUB

Five Munster Medals for WWAC Athletes

Under 12 girls triumph at Munster

DAY 2 and 3 of the Munster Track and Field Championships were held in Castleisland on Saturday and Sunday last. West Waterford had ten athletes in action over the two day and they came home with one gold and four silver medals. Those who competed on Saturday got the worst of the weather with some very heavy showers. Sunday although blustery was a drier day as most of the rain fell on the drive home. ANOTHER MUNSTER TITLE FOR LUCY HOLMES West Waterford’s only gold medal winner of the weekend was Lucy Holmes. She competed in the under 18 1500m which was run in conjunction with the under 19 girls race. Lucy was a clear winner on the day crossing the line in 4.54 to claim the under 18 title she was followed home by the under 19 winner Alice O’Conner and had six seconds to space over the second placed athlete under 18. FIRST MUNSTER MEDALS FOR DOIREANN HICKEY, SAOIRSE KELLY AND SARAH SLEVIN We had three athletes who won their first Munster medals last weekend. First in action early on Saturday morning was Doireann Hickey who competed in the under 14 walk. This was Doireann’s first Munster competition having already won the county title in May. She put in a fine performance to finish 2nd on the day and qualify for her first All Ireland. Saoirse Kelly was also competing in her first Munster Championship season. Last weekend she competed on the long jump and made it into the top eight for the jump off finishing eight. This weekend she pulled out all the stops jumping a personal best of 9m03 to finish second in the under 16 triple jump and qualifying for her first All Ireland Sarah Slevin was another athlete who recorded personal best performance on Saturday. She threw a new personal best of 9m40 in the under 15 girls shot to finish 2nd and was also second in the discus with a personal best throw of 25m.52. On Sunday she finished 6th in the javelin with a throw of 23.94. Sarah can now look forward to competing in her first All Ireland in both the shot and discus. Newcomer Rebecca O’Shea was also competing in the under 15 dis-

cus and she finished 5th with a throw of 18m10. Eoin Buenaventura competed in the under 17 High Jump and finished just outside the medals in 4th place with a jump of 1m60 but as the 4th placed athlete he will qualify for the All Ireland. Fionn Keane O’Mahony was another newcomer in action on Sunday and he place 6th in the shot with 9.09 just one place ahead of David Horgan who threw 8.59. Fionn also finished 5th in the discus with a throw of 23m43 with David in 7th place throwing 20m24. Mark Blackwell finished 13th in the under 17 boys 1500m in 5m19 and Angelina Chizhikova was 9th in the girls under 15 1,500m with a time of 5m34. FIRST ALL IRELAND FOR MATTIE MULLANEY AND MARY FITZGERALD The first of the All Irelands begin on Saturday June 29th when the Childrens games and the field events for under 12 and 13 athletes take place in Tullamore. West Waterford has just one athlete qualified for this event Mattie Mullaney who will compete in the under 13 boys long jump. Mary Fitzgerald will compete on Sunday, July 7th in th under 15 hammer with all our other qualifiers competing on July 13 and 14th. SEAN MULLARKEY AND EOIN BUENAVENTURA ON MUNSTER SCHOOLS TAILTEANN TEAM The Tailteann Games which nis a schools inter provincial competition for under 17 athletes takes place in Santry on Saturday and two West Waterford athletes have made it on to the Munster Team. Sean Mullarkey Dungarvan CBS will compete in the shot putt and Eoin Buenaventura will compete in the pole vault. FIRST NIGHT OF EAST CORK V WEST WATERFORD A HUGE SUCCESS The first leg of the meet between clubs in East Cork competing against club in West Waterford was hosted by Blackwater in Lismore on Tuesday last. Clubs competing for West Waterford were Blackwater, Finisk Valley, KCK, Ardmore and West Waterford. Clubs competing for East Cork St Catherines, St Nicholas and Youghal AC. There were medals and points

Eoin Morrissey, WWAC, 2nd, Under 11 80m.

Sarah Slevin who finished 2nd in the Shot and 2nd in the discus at last weekend’s Munster Championships.

Lucy Holmes winner of the under 18 1500m at the Munster Championships in Castleisland. for the top three in the running jumping and throwing events and the Waterford clubs take a clear lead over the East Cork clubs into the second night. After the first night West Waterford clubs have 326 points and East Cork Clubs have 178points with the Cork clubs promising a big push on the second night which will be hosted in Conna. Best overall club on the night was KCK with 138 points with West Waterford on 88 and Finisk Valley on 68. West Waterford A.C. had plenty to cheer about with Aimee Barry getting us off to a great start with 3rd in the under 9 sprint. There were also third place finished for Patrick Mullaney, Cian Qualter, Sarah Hallissey, Mattie Mullaney, David Gaffney and Graine Moore. Silver medals were won by Clodagh Lattimore and Isabelle Gaffney in the Long Jump and Isabelle was also the winner of the girls under 10 80m We then had the fun part of the night the relays and we had boys and girls under 9 in which the girls finished 3rd as did the boys team. This was followed by mixed relays under 11 in which twenty one teams competed. This was followed by medlay relays under 13 and a 4x300m under 15 In all West Waterford AC had over thirty athletes competing on the night well done to all those who travelled to Lismore on the night a great time was had by all and we look forward to an even bigger number making the trip to Conna for the second night on Tuesady June 25th. PROGRAMME FOR NIGHT TWO TUESDAY JUNE 25th 6.30 Arrive in Conna GAA Field. Parking in nearby field 6.45 Warm Up for All age groups 7.00 Event starts Under 9 300m Under 10 400m Under11 500m Under12 600m Under 13,14,15,16 800m Long jump for under 14 and 16 at 7 pm followed by long jump for under 10and 12 Shot Putt for under 14 and 16 at 7 pm followed by Turbo Javelin for under 10and 12 It will be long jumps for boys and shot and turbo javelin for girls.

DAY 2 and 3 of the Munster U12 to U-19 Track and Field Championships were held in Castleisland on Saturday, 15th and Sunday, 16th June. The weather was not on our side down in Kerry with it raining constantly over the two days. Not ideal conditions for the young athletes competing. Finisk Valley has had an impressive Munster campaign so far with Averil Buckey and Corey Scanlan qualifying for the All Irelands. The girls U-12 were first up on the track Saturday with their 60m sprint. All four girls ran out of their skin and all smashing their PB times. There were four heats with the winner from each heat qualifying for the final and then the four fastest times after that. Brooke Dunford was in heat 1 ran a time of 9.45, Suin Mernin was in heat 2 and ran a time of 9:37, Ava Flavin heat 3 and ran a time of 8:92 and Lucy Nugent was in the last heat and ran it in a time of 9:35. Ava Flavin went on to qualify for the final with the 3rd fastest time from all four heats. Ava ran a time of 8:91 in the final and finished 4th overall, which qualifies her for the All Ireland, with first 4 in each event qualify for the Nationals. Well done girls and best of luck to Ava in the All Ireland. These U-12 girls left the best to last when they competed in the U-12 relay in the afternoon. They had their sights set on the Gold medal! Lucy Nugent got the team off to an amazing start, exchange overs were immaculate all the way round with Brooke and Suin powering their way to the lead. Ava got the baton in first place and after that they knew the Gold medal was coming home to Waterford. No one was going to catch Ava! This team is top class! Best of luck in the All Ireland girls on the 29th June in Tullamore. The excitement was not only happening on the track for Finisk Valley the success made its way over to the

U-12 relay Gold medal winners Ava Flavin, Suin Mernin, Brooke Dunford, Lucy Nugent. field events. Corey Scanlan and Tom Feerick had a busy two days competing in the boys U-14 Shot Put, high jump and discus. The shot put was an exciting competition with nothing separating Gold and Silver. Corey threw a massive distance of 12:29 metres and went on to claim silver medal with gold throwing 12:52 metres. Tom finished 8th overall with a throw of 8:40 metres. Both boys were happy with their jumps in the high jump with both clearing a high of 1:35 and Tom finishing 5th overall and Corey 7th. On the Sunday they competed in the discus. Who would have believed two Finisk Valley athletes making it to the podium! Corey finished 1st with a throw of 26:52 metres and Tom finishing 2nd with a throw of 23:40 metres. Let’s keep in mind this was Tom’s first year competing at Munster level. Well done lads! Maeve Griffin competed in the Girls U-17 Hammer. Maeve has had a hectic two weeks after just completed her Junior Cert. Maeve finished 3rd overall with a superb throw of 27:58. Well done Maeve! James Feerick competed in the

boys U-13 Javelin finishing just outside the medals and throwing a PB of 19:78. Well done James! REGIONAL INTER-COUNTY TRACK & FIELD CHALLENGE Blackwater AC hosted a new event that sees clubs from West Waterford compete against clubs from east Cork. It was a great evening of events and great to see so many of the younger Finisk Valley competing. SPRINTS U-11 Boys 1st Eddie Raicevic U-12 Girls 1st Lucy Nugent, 2nd Ava Flavin U-12 Boys 3rd Sean Og Costin LONG JUMP U-13 Girls 3rd Brooke Dunford THROWS U-11 Javelin: 1st Eddie Raicevic, 2nd Cayden Scanlan U-15 Shot Put: 1st Tome Feerick RELAYS U-11 Mixed Relay 2nd Kate Nugent, Saorlaith Mernin, Cayden Scanlan, Ryan Walsh, Eddie Raicevic and Lucy Raicevic U-9 Girls: 3rd Anna Cullinane and Katelyn Doyle

KCK Athletic Club KCK athletes competed in the first night of the inter county challenge which was hosted by The Blackwater athletic club recently. This is a twonight combined score tournament and five clubs from west Waterford take on their East Cork counterparts. The second leg will take part in Conna on Tuesday, June 25th. John and his team from Blackwater AC had the field in brilliant order and at times we thought we were down in the RSC. Each club logo was displayed brilliantly around the perimeter of the pitch and Mary From West Waterford was superb in keeping the night running smoothly on the PA system. All athletes who reached the podium received beautiful inaugural medals. A great display from athletes from all 5 Waterford clubs on the night has helped Waterford go into the second night with a commanding lead. Still a huge effort will be needed next week as Cork will be hosting the event and are sure to put it up to Waterford. All the events on the night were of a very high standard with huge numbers competing in many events. There were over 40 athletes competing in one of the long jumps alone. As pleasing as it was for all the athletes who reached the podium in the individual events the most competitive and enjoyable events were the relay races. We had club, inter club, mixed and medley relays and everyone got to take part. These were fiercely contested and KCK had a lot of athletes reaching the podium for the first time. The following were the KCK individual medal winners on the night.

SPRINTS Lily May U-9 1st Leah U-10 2nd Molly U-11 1st Abi U-11 2nd Senan U-11 2nd Caragh U-13 1st Ciarán U-13 1st Kasey U-14 1st Rosanne U-15 1st LONG JUMP Lily May 1st U-9 Leah 1st U-11 Caragh 1st U-13 Rosanne 2nd U-15 THROWS Tadgh 3rd U-11 turbo javelin Ronan 1st U-13 shot

A big thanks to the KCK parents that helped out on the night. We will require help from parents again in Conna next week to keep the event running smoothly. Best of luck to all our athletes representing their local areas in the community games finals in the RSC on Sunday. Following this the Munster B championships will be taking place up in Ennis on June 30th. The base has been completed for our new shed. A big thanks to Robbie and Richie for this. The new shed has been ordered and will be arriving in the next few weeks. We’ll be organising a fundraiser to fund this. Details to follow.

The KCK trio of Rosanne, Ciara and Casey who represented St Declan’s CC at the All Ireland schools championships in Tullamore recently.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Brendan Reilly, Eolas Money Clonmel, organiser presents a cheque for €10,000 to Catherine Bartels, Area Co-ordinator, West Waterford/South Tipperary Alzheimers the proceeds of a 24 Hour Golf Fundraiser held at West Waterford Golf Club. Included are Tom Higgins, Captain WWGC, Austin Spratt WWGC, participants and helpers. [Sean Byrne]

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RESULTS Open Competition Sat/Sun June 15th/16th 18 Hole Stableford 1st Philip Spratt (scr) 37 pts, 2nd Billy McCarthy (21) 36 pts b9, Gross: Brian Foley (7) 28 pts, 3rd Anthony Lynch (16) 36 pts. CSS: Sat 35, Sun 35. Tuesday Treats June 11th Cat A Darragh Herlihy (1) 20 pts b6, Cat B David Walsh (20) 23 pts, Cat C Billy Kavanagh (18) 20 pts, Nearest to Pin Ray Donnelly, Long Drive Eamon Power Midweek Medley – Wednesday 12th June Winners: Malcolm Ashby, Joe Keane, Pat Curran – 32 Friday Open 9 Hole Handicap Qualifier Winner: Shane Roche 19 pts Cottoners Golf Society Winner: Rd. Beausang, Runner Up: Ray Rochford Ardmore/Clashmore Golf Society Captain’s Prize at Water Rock GC Winner: John Flynn 34 pts, 2nd Terry O’Callaghan 34 pts, 3rd Kieran O’Brien 33 pts, 4th Maurice Hallahan 32 pts

Awake For Alzheimers Charity Golf Classic 1st David Condon, Brian Hilliard, Billy McCarthy & Justin Spratt 101 pts b9; 2nd Diarmuid Horgan, Charlie Barry, David Walsh & Pat Murray 101 pts3rd Neil Dermody, Ml Drummey, Darren O’Droma & Dermot Drohan RNLI 98 pts 4th John Whelan, Joe Smith, Alan McCarthy & Brendan Crowley 97 pts FIXTURES Wednesday, June 19th – Al Eile Open 18 hole singles Wednesday Midweek Medley June 19th – 3 person mixed scramble. Age 55 and over. Draw for partners at 11.15a.m. Friday June 21st – 9 Hole handicap qualifying competition – Front 9 Friday, June 21st – 9 hole scramble. Shotgun start at 6.30 pm. Saturday, June 22nd and Sunday, June 23rd – Club Competition. 18 hole stableford including qualifier for GUI Gold Medal – Qualifiers in 3 categories. Regular weekend entry fee covers both competitions.

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www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Sat/Sun 15/16th June, 18 hole singles s/ford Sponsored by Dermot O’Leary Agri 1st Jerry Crowley (16) 41 pts 2nd Ger Feeney (17) 40 pts B6 3rd Paudie Prendergast (12) 40 pts Css Sat/Sun 37 Tuesday Bacon 1st Frankie Corcoran, James Bennett, Tom O’Grady 43 pts

2nd Billy Flynn, John McGrath, Sean Prendergast 40 pts Friday night Mixed 1st Esther Hornibrook, Martin Rafferty FIXTURES Sat/Sun 22/23rd June 18-hole open singles stroke Tue bacon at 5.30 pm. Last tee time at 6 pm. Entry €3. Thursday Seniors at 10 am Friday Night mixed at 6.20 pm

DOUBLE CHANCE CLASSIC TO PLAY 9 HOLES WITH SEAMUS POWER JUNE 24th – 29th West Waterford is hosting a unique 3 person Champagne Scramble from Monday, 24th to Saturday, 29th June. First prize is 9 holes plus meal with USPGA player Seamus Power. As an added bonus all teams excluding winners, are entered in a draw for 9 holes and a meal with Seamus Power. Teams can be ladies, gents or mixed. To be in with a double chance just ring 058 43216 to book your teetime. IRISH MIXED FOURSOMES On Saturday last we played against Youghal in the opening round at Gold Coast GC. In ideal weather conditions our team produced some great golf to record a comfortable 3.5 to 1.5 victory. This would set up an afternoon contest with near neighbours Dungarvan in a mouth watering local derby. With just two personnel changes we set out in anticipation of a serious test. Through 9 holes our opponents were up in 4 matches but as we well know by now, much can change on the back 9 in the Gold Coast. With the tie delicately balanced at 2 matches each our final pairing produced a great rally over the closing holes. Dormy three became dormy two but the dream ended on the 17th as Dungarvan claimed victory. Well done to them and congratulations on winning out the section with a 3-2 victory over Tramore. We would like to thank our panel: David Condon, John O’Mahoney, Luke Swayne, Thomas Conway and Stephen Spillane. Marie T Curran, Joan

CLUB MATCHPLAY The draw has been made for club championships. Please check notice board to see who your opponents are. First round must be played by Saturday, June 22nd. IRISH MIXED FOURSOMES Our mixed team were narrowly defeated by a very strong Gold Coast team in the Gold Coast Golf Club on Saturday. Home advantage probably saved the day for the Gold Coast. Team managers Esther Hornibrook and Martin Rafferty would like to thank all who played and all who turned up to support the team. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Captain’s Prize Friday, 12th to Sunday, 14th July President’s Prize 2nd to 4th August Club Classic Wednesday, 28th Aug to Sunday, 1st September

Sheehan, Joe Swayne, June Whyte, Mary Lou Carroll, Deirdre Ruane and Eithne Ashby. Thanks also to our managers, Mary Herlihy, Tom Higgins and Justin Spratt. To the Gold Coast we say thank you for the welcome and a course in excellent condition. SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISER FOR ALZHEIMER ASSOCIATION OF IRELAND Barney Reilly and Tom Halpin were among the main organizers of a hugely successful Charity event to raise funds for this most deserving organisation. Among the events were a golf classic, a 24 hour golf marathon and a raffle. Thanks to very generous sponsorship combined with the other events the committee raised a magnificent 5 figure sum for the association. West Waterford is delighted to be associated with the event and Tom, Barney and the team would like to thank everybody for their support and generosity. Well done to all concerned. Listed below are the lucky raffle winners. Emma O’Reilly, Joan Nugent, Tony Condon, James Hickey, Nuala Condon, Anette O’Reilly and Paudie Halpin. AIG SENIOR CUP We play Mitchelstown in the opening round at Thurles GC on Saturday, June 22nd in the East Section. FRED PERRY TROPHY We have a home draw versus County Tipperary Dundrum GC in the next round. This will take place at West Waterford on Wednesday, 19th June at 3.30 pm. BELVEDERE TROPHY Following a walk-over from Dunmore East in the preliminary round we now face Williamstown in

the first round. Williamstown will have home advantage in the first leg. There is still some room on the entry sheet for members who wish to be considered for the panel. Trial matches are being arranged. CLUB MATCHPLAY EVENTS LAST CHANCE TO ENTER Draw for club matchplay pairings will take place this week. Enter now. Sheets are now posted for the Club Fourball and Club Singles competitions. Please put the names up and remember to put entry fee in the relevant envelopes provided at the sign-in desk. 9 HOLE HANDICAP QUALIFIER Our popular 9 hole handicap qualifier continues on Friday, 14th June. Played over the front 9 the competition is open to members and visitors and is qualifying for handicap purposes. We had a very good entry last week so book your time now and test your skills against the front 9. GOLF SUMMER CAMP 2019 AGE 5-13 GOLF CLUBS SUPPLIED COST €30 TUESDAY, 2ndFRIDAY, 5th JULY CONTACT: MOBLE 086 352 1070 / E MAIL twmurphy9@gmail.com /FB TIM MURPHY COACHING. WEST WATERFORD LADIES Open Day in West Waterford: On this coming Thursday West Waterford are running an Open 3 Person Team Event sponsored by Adesco. Please put your names on the time sheet or phone to book a slot. Gearing up for Junior Foursomes: Our Junior Foursomes are busy preparing for their second round match against Clonmel on this Sunday, June

23rd. These matches are being played in Mallow Golf Club and commence at 9.30 am. Should we be victorious there will be a second match in the afternoon. Good luck to team Captain Jean Conway and her band of warriors. Merry’s Gastro Pub Competition - Eithne Ashby Dines Out. On Thursday last, the Merry’s Gastro Pub competition was won by Eithne Ashby, a regular on this column, playing off 20 with 36 points. Our Lady Captain Jean O’Donovan, playing nice golf filled the runner up spot with 35 points playing off 28 while Deirdre Ruane maintained her good run of form with 34 points playing off 19. Golfing Holiday to Portugal: If the current mixed weather is getting you down, now is your chance to get away on a Golfing Holiday to Portugal. It is planned for October 12th. Please check out the noticeboard in the hall in West Waterford. Mixed Fortunes in the Mixed Foursomes: On Saturday last, West Waterford got off to a great start with a fine win over Youghal in the Mixed foursomes. In the afternoon, the team played well but were narrowly defeated by our neighbours Dungarvan. Congratulations to Dungarvan who beat Tramore on the following day. Eileen Murphy Qualifier: Please note that the qualifying competition for the Eileen Murphy competition runs from June 4th to June 30th. 9 Hole Competition: The June 9 hole competition continues for the month of June.

Lismore Golf Club Vice President’s Prize. Front row left to right: Colm O’Rourke (2nd), Michael Burke (Vice President), Pat Lane (1st), Bernie Burke, Michael McGrath (Gross). Back row left to right: Seamus Beecher (President), Martin Rafferty (Vice Captain), Damien Casey (3rd ), Cal Aherne (Captain).

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597 Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Email: Office@dungarvangolfclub.com OUR mixed Foursomes had a very busy weekend, on Saturday morning they beat Waterford Castle, they went on in the afternoon to beat West Waterford, qualifying and beating Tramore golf club on Sunday morning in very heavy rain. They are now through to the area final for the next round in Co. Tipperary, venue to be advised. Well done to all. Our senior Foursomes Irene, Niamh, Breda, Carmel, Mary and Bridget beat Clonmel last week in Cahir Park. It was a great achievement for our ladies, Clonmel are not easily beaten. This team are playing Mallow in Fermoy next Sunday, June 23rd at 2 pm. It would be great to see some support there. Revive Active Team. Well played girls. It was difficult as the weather was so bad. Well played to Niamh, Mary, Angela, Carmel, Bernie, Maura, Rachel, June Hayes June James and Cathie. Thanks to all the managers who give up their valuable time organising and working with these teams. We really appreciate it. OPEN FORTNIGHT This is starting next weekend, 21st June - Sun., 7th July, It would be great to see as many possible supporting this popular event by bringing friends to play from other clubs, to enjoy our wonderful club. Please check the website for further details. GENT’S RESULTS Mon 10th June 1st Roger Cashin

(20) 41 pts B9, 2nd Denise Hughes (22) 41 pts, 3rd Maurice Crotty (19) 40 pts B.9, 4th Nuala Harrington (31) 40 pts, John Cronin (17) 39 pts Thurs 13th (SPAR) 1st Owen O'Grady (6) 41 pts, 2nd Stephen O'Connor (8) 40 pts, Gross: Alan Thomas (+1), 3rd Ian Thompson (10) 40 pts, 4th Scott Fitzgerald (20) 38 pts. Sat 15th June 1st Paul Power (18) 44 pts, 2nd Brian Beatty (16) 41 pts Gross: Eoin Stack (04) 36 pts 3rd David Raher (13) 39 pts 4th Conor Moloney (11) 36 pts Sun 16th June 1st, Benny Kiely (20) 41 pts 2nd, Graham Nagle (05) 40 pts 3rd, Frank O'Donoghue, 4th Eamon Keane (20) 38 pts. Senior Scratch: Alan Thomas, 146 Kevin Stack 147, Niall Kennedy 150, Shane Meglynn, 152, Best Nett, Michael Troy. GENT’S FIXTURES Thurs 20th (SPAR) Open Gents 18H Singles S/F, Sat 22nd June (Dungarvan Nissan) Gents 18H Singles S/F, Sun 23rd (Quinlan Butchers) Open Gents Fourball, Mon 17th Open Seniors 50+ Singles S/F. JB CARR TEAM NEWS Well done to the team, good win 3 - 2 to Mahon on their home turf on Wednesday. Next match Wed., 26th June, at home. LADIES RESULTS Tues 11th June (Garveys) 1st Louise Moloney (35), Joan Nugent (35), Rena Landers (23) 85 pts; 2nd Rachel Kiely (20), Oonagh Mee (20), Fiona Howard (6) 79 pts; 3rd Cathie Whelan (10), Majella Moynihan (20), Sarah Moynihan (31) 76 pts.

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goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com IRISH MIXED FOURSOMES AT GOLD COAST Gold Coast welcomed seven local golf clubs to the course on Saturday last for the regional qualifier in the Mixed Foursomes. In the 1st round Gold Coast were drawn against Youghal Golf Club. The team that playes was as follows: Darren O Droma and Rosie Murphy, Micheal White and Mairead Ryan, Tom White and Ger Hallinan, John White and Karen Darcy, Michael Lenihan and Elaine Nash. We had a fantastic win in this match and next up was Tramore Golf Club. The team that lined out against Tramore was: Declan Kiely and Rosie Murphy, Micheal White and Mairead Ryan, Eamonn O’Donnell and Ger Hallinan, John White and Karen Darcy, Michael Lenihan and Teresa Queally. Unfortunately Tramore proved too strong for us and following a tough match eventually squeezed thru. Well done toGer Bagge and Rosie Murphy who managed the team. MICHAEL CASHMAN FOURBALL AT WILLIAMSTOWN On Saturday last Gold Coast trav-

elled to Williamstown to take on the hosts. The following represented the Gold Coast: Frank Waters and Des O’Brien, Rafael Alvarez and Geoff Collins, Liam Clancy and Tom Power, John Queally and Maurice Swan, Peter McArdle and Joe Curran. Williamstown won in the end on the 18th hole. Thanks to Liam Clancy for managing the team. WHAT’S APP GROUP If you are not a member of this group and would like to join text your name and number to 086 8390871. SENIOR CUP AT THURLES On Saturday next we travel to Thurles to play Youghal Golf Club in a 1st round match at 9.20 a.m. . CLUB 9 HOLE SINGLES S/F QUALIFIER- EVERY WEDNESDAY The Clubs 9 Holes Singles Stableford Club Qualifier competition continues every Wednesday evenings after 4 p.m. Gents and ladies are eligible and are encouraged to participate and it’s an ideal opportunity for a game after work. This 9 Hole Qualifying competition is run over the following sequence of holes. 1-5, 15-18. Sign in

Fri 15th/Sat 16th June (Sponsored Tom Daly Catering) 1st, 2nd, 3rd. LADIES FIXTURES Mon 17th Open Seniors 50+ Singles S/F, Tues 25th June 2 Person Rumble (Home Instead) Fri/Sat 21st/22nd June Ladies 18H Singles S/F (Crews). 60.COM We had a smaller than normal group playing last week (12th June) due to a number of our members playing away in inter-club competitions. However the scoring was excellent in the 60.com – maybe we have the wrong guys playing away. It was a week where being named Maurice was a distinct advantage as the winners showed: 1st Maurice Cliffe (17) - 20 pts; 2nd Maurice Crotty (18) - 20 pts. Come along next Wednesday for our fun event and join us for social golf, coffee and chat. Entry time closes at 1:30 pm YOUNGONES Wed 12th June Winner: Ann Heneberry (30) 15 pts Our next Competition is our outing to Waterrock Golf Course on Wednesday. FUN FRIDAY FOURSOMES We were inundated with golfers last Friday morning for this fun event with our biggest number so far. We had a great mix of golfers with our established players mentoring our Get into Golf participants. It was great to see two of our recent GIG ladies feature in the prizes. Their first of many! RESULTS (Fri., June 14th) FIRST: Bob Frizelle and Mary Underwood; SECOND: Grace Hayes and Margaret Browne; THIRD: David Rees and Helen O' Shea; FOURTH: Maeve Carthy and Liz Kelly We will be back again next Friday, June 21st (longest day of the year) at 9.30 am ready to start at 9.50 am. GET INTO GOLF GALA NIGHT It was great to have Jennifer Hickey (CGI) present at our Gala night to present the certificates to our new group of golfers. She spoke very highly of Dungarvan Golf Club and its success in the implementation of the GIG programme. Our Lady Captain Maria Kiersey welcomed everyone and told them and return scores on the Competitions Computer Terminal, competition entry is €3 and entry fees and scorecards for gents and ladies to be submitted into the main scorecard box. GOLF AT THE COAST COMBO €99 Tickets are now on sale at both venues and to find out more about our Golf at the Coast Combo contact Gold Coast Golf Resort on (058)44055, email us at golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com/ or Tel. 360 Cookhouse on (058)44537 or email reservations@360cookhouse.ie. GENT’S FIXTURES Wednesday, 19th June: 9 Holes Qualifier Friday, 21st June: Open Gents 18 holes Singles. Sat 22nd June Minor Scratch Cup (18+) & Club Competition Sun. 23rd Club Competition Minor Scratch Cup (18+) & Club Competition Tues. 25th June Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles GENT’S RESULTS Tuesday 10th June Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles: 1st Francis Connors (19) 40 pts, 2nd Maurice Swan (16) 39 pts, 3rd Seamus O’Connell (12) 38 pts. CSS 38. Wednesday 11th June: 9 Holes Qualifier. 1st Alice Collins. Friday 14th June: Open Gents 18 holes Singles: 1st Neil J Power (5) Dungarvan 39 pts, Gross Seanie Lenihan (6) 35 pts. CSS 36 pts. Sat 15th June Club Competition: 1st Diarmuid Henley (5) 42 pts CSS 37 pts. Sun. 16th Club Competition 1st Declan Kiely (12) 41 pts, 2nd Brian O’Connor (9) 39 pts, Gross John White (5) 34 pts gross.

Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies 18 Hole Competition kindly sponsored by Shaws. L-R: June Hayes, accepting 2nd prize for Carmel Fox; Anna Harhen, accepting Best Gross Prize for Cathie Whelan; Celia Power, 3rd; Maria Kiersey, Lady Captain; Maeve Carthy, accepting 1st prize for Marie Fahey. [Pat Crowley]

about the benefits of golf and outlined all Dungarvan Golf Club has to offer. Mary Power (Lady Vice Captain) and co-ordinator of our Get into Golf Programme spoke about the programme and the details going forward for our new golfers. She thanked the lady members for giving so generously of their time to help and promote the programme. David Hayes our resident PGA Professional and the vital link in the success of the programme spoke some encouraging words to our new golfers. GET INTO GOLF MIXED SCRAMBLE Our next Get into Golf mixed scramble takes place next Sunday, June 23rd with shotgun start at 6 pm. This is a fun event and open to all our Get Into Golf players. Entry forms are in the relevant locker rooms. If you are free next Sunday evening why not add your name to the list. Closing time for entry is Saturday, (June 22) at 5 pm to allow draw to take place. GET INTO GOLF WINTER LEAGUE (PRESENTATION OF PRIZES) This was our first year running a Winter League for our GIG players. It

was the brainchild of Anne Hennebry ably supported by Marcella McGovern and it proved a huge success. It encouraged our GIG participants (both men and ladies) to continue playing over the Winter. FIRST: Pat McCarthy, Catherine Dwyer, Mary Fennell, Louise Moloney and Bridget O'Shea; SECOND: Peter Moloney, Ann Curran, Marcella McGovern and Helen O’Shea. JUNIOR NEWS Tuition for our beginners and Prejuniors continues every Saturday at 3 pm under the watchful eye of our Club Professional and Waterford County Coach, David. We had a fantastic turnout again last Saturday and thanks to Eibhlin for her invaluable assistance. We continue next Saturday at 3 pm and all are welcome. Best of luck to all our juniors sitting exams at the moment. Like golf lads, head up and concentrate. Our junior tournaments kick off on Wednesday, 19th June and the plan is to have a weekly competition for the duration of the summer. Keep an eye on the notes. LOTTO RESULTS The numbers drawn in the weekly

Lotto were 1, 12, 25 and 27. There was no winner of the Jackpot which increases to €4,400 next week! We had one Match 3 winner this week - Tony Dalton who wins €100 congratulations to Tony – he was a welcome visitor to our club this week. The fundraising committee have decided that the main day for the weekly draw going forward will be Saturday – except where there is a major event on the Sunday. The draw next week will take place on Sunday afternoon about 4:30 pm. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Open Fortnight - 21st June – 7th July 2019 Fri 21 Jun - Open 3 Person Scramble (Atec Fire & Security Group) Sat 22 Jun - Open Gents Singles S/F (Dungarvan Nissan) Ladies 18 hole S/F (Crews Restaurant) Sun 23 Jun - Open Gents Fourball 90% of handicap Mon 24 Jun - Open Singles S/F Tue 25 Jun - Ladies 2 Person Rumble (Home Instead) Wed 26 Jun - Open Mixed Scotch Foursomes

Classic Prizewinners: Pat Power Captain; Graham Nagle, Sponsor; Mary Clancy, Esther McGuckian, Ruth Hannigan Lady Captain, Alice Collins, Lady President. EVERY TUESDAY OPEN GENTS & LADIES SENIORS Every Tuesday we host our popular Open Seniors (50+) Gents and Ladies Singles competition. Visitor Entry is €12 or Golf and Carvery €20. EVERY FRIDAY OPEN GENTS SINGLES Every Friday at the Gold Coast we host an Open Gents Singles Stableford competition. Visitor Entry is €15 or Golf and Carvery €25. LADIES NOTES FIXTURES 10 Hole On-going Competition 18 Hole on-going Competition 9 Hole Qualifier every Wed from 4 pm 18 Hole S/F sponsored by Deise Golf Sat/Sun 22/23 June Open 3 Per Rumble sponsored by Willow and Oak Monday, 24th June RESULTS JOHN WALSH SPAR 1st Eilo Fitzgerald (23) 37 pts 2nd Ruth Hannigan (21) 36 pts 3rd Noirin Darcy (24) 35 pts

IRISH MIXED FOURSOMES Our team had a fantastic win over Lismore in the Gold Coast on Sat. morning, 15th June in sunny but extremely windy conditions, a true testament of great golf!! With some changes and fresh legs, they took on Tramore in the afternoon slot to be beaten by a slight margin!! Well done to all for some sparkling and showcase golf in the morning, we are very proud of you!!!! IRISH NATIONAL FOURBALL SPONSORED BY REVIVE ACTIVE Our ladies took on our neighbours Dungarvan GC in a thrilling match which resulted in a triumphant win for the Gold Coast, the Dungarvan ladies were gracious in their defeat and there was great fun and chat after the game!! Wishing our team the very best of luck in the next round as they take on Fota on Saturday, 29th June. OPEN 3 PERSON RUMBLE Our next open day will be on Monday, 24th June and the format will

be a rumble, the competition is kindly sponsored by Willow and Oak and we are looking forward to a good turnout from members and friends. Please note, there is a handicap limit of 36 for all team events!! CARD ROTA SYSTEM We are currently looking for volunteers to help with competition results, a knowledge of computers is an advantage but not essential as tuition will be given, also being a committee member is not a requirement. Please forward your name to Lady Captain or any committee member, it would be much appreciated!! GOLF LESSONS Golf tuition with our resident pro will begin on Monday 24th June at the practice area, lessons start with beginners from 6-7 pm and improvers from 7-8 pm and will continue on a weekly basis. COMMITTEE MEETING Our next meeting will be Friday 21st June at 8 pm.

SOCCER

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

West Waterford/East Cork Schoolboys’ League

Heartbreak for WWEC boys in All-Ireland Trophy Final Kennedy Cup 2019 WELCOME to our weekly notes for the West Waterford East Cork Schoolboy League. This week we report on how the U14 Kennedy Cup Squad got on as the travelled to UL last week for the All Ireland Kennedy Cup Tournament. They got all the way to the Trophy Final but lost out narrowly to the Limerick County SL. THE Kennedy Cup All Ireland Tournament for Under 14 players began last Tuesday against the Waterford SFL with a kick-off time of 4.00 p.m. the boys arrived in Limerick University at 12.00 noon in their Plassey Village accommodation in great spirits and after lunch and a team meeting were ready for the challenge of the Waterford Schoolboy Football League who would fancy themselves as a team with aspirations of winning the tournament. The game started with the Waterford side on top but unable to break down a solid WWEC defence in the opening half as the back four of Coonan, Mansfield, Morrissey and Sweetnam held firm and were rock solid and despite conceding possession were comfortable. The second half saw the Waterford side getting frustrated and while a draw looked likely a corner wasn’t dealt with properly and Waterford SFL scored with five mins remaining to seal a 1-0 win leaving the WWEC boys disappointed but proud of their performance. Two more group games on Wednesday against Wexford SL and Wicklow SL saw the Wexford & Wicklow boys run out 3-0 winners in each game as the WWEC management rung the changes with all players on the squad getting to start at least one game in the group stages and all getting plenty of game time before the knockout stages started on Thursday. A few injuries to Caoilainn Foley, Kieran Kelleher and Dylan Troy saw the squad reduced but it was hoped rest would heal some wounds. The knock-out stages started with each league playing against the same seed in the other groups so with the WWEC Boys finishing fourth in their group the other seven groups fourth seeds all entered the Kennedy Cup Trophy Tournament with the quarter finals, only now it was straight knockout with the winner progressing and the loser only playing for places. Following the draw the boys were pitted against the Cavan/Monaghan Underage League who had won the Galway Cup in 2018 and were very unlucky in their group games only losing by the odd goal in each game.

This was the worst possible draw for our boys it was felt and not many gave the WWEC boys a chance but what a performance they gave to a man to win that game especially the way events transpired. In the opening quarter of the game Noah O’Sullivan made a great run down the left wing beating two defenders and crossing into the box where Oisin Coffey collected the ball only to be bundled over and the ref awarded a penalty. Up stepped the ice cool Kyle Moloney to send the keeper the wrong way for the lead goal, a goal that would separate the sides heading into stoppage time. Two minutes into stoppage time where our goalkeeper Sean Og Kenneally who was outstanding throughout dropped the ball when in control and allowed the Cavan/Monaghan boys snatch an unlikely equalizer and our boys were devastated bringing the game to penalty kicks where Sean Og showed his character and mental toughness by saving the first two penalties from Cavan/Monaghan and with Evan Geary and Kyle Moloney scoring our first two that gave us a great start. Eoin Potter added our third and up stepped Shay Cotter to score our 4th penalty and send us into the semi-final after a heart stopping 15 minutes. Huge credit must go to Sean Og as even professional players would have crumbled in this position but he didn’t and stood up and made amends sending the team through to the semi-final. This show of character was rewarded later that evening when the call came from the SFAI for Sean Og to call down to the Studio for an interview with the SFAI Facebook Page as he was chosen as the Kennedy Cup Player of the Day for Thursday, one of only five given out all week, he received an Ireland Jersey as his reward. On Friday morning, the semi-final took place on pitch two against Roscommon Youth & Schoolboys District League and a great start by the WWEC boys saw Noah O’Sullivan giving them a first half lead following great work on the right wing by Oisin Coffey beating his marker and driving into the box crossing for Evan Geary who’s first

WWEC boys Under 14 Kennedy Cup team. time shot was blocked but Noah following up made no mistake blasting the ball high into the roof of the net to great cheers. A brilliant defensive performance following this goal sealed the passage into the final the following morning. A 10.30 am kick-off on Saturday saw huge support come from West Waterford and East Cork for the final against Limerick County SL who also had huge support being on home turf. On a bright and sunny day perfect for football the boys gave 110% effort but a combination of nerves and tired bodies following five tough games already didn’t see our normal performance in the first half and a defensive error was punished by the Limerick striker despite the best efforts of Oran Sweetnam and Sean Og to keep it out the ball crept under the crossbar for the only goal of the game. Oisin Coffey had a great effort from a free kick sail just over the bar for our best chance to equalise in the opening period. The second half was much better from the WWEC boys with Coffey

West Waterford/East Cork Schoolboys’ League Tables As of 19th June Under 12 League Premier Division p w d l pts Cappoquin Railway 14 11 3 0 36 Brideview Utd 14 10 3 1 33 Mogeely F.C. 14 6 3 5 21 Inch United 14 6 3 5 21 Valley Rangers 14 6 3 5 21 Lismore A.F.C. 14 4 4 6 16 Ballymac F.C. 14 2 1 11 7 Kilworth Celtic 14 1 0 13 3 Under 12 League 1st Division p w d l pts Clashmore Rbls 10 8 1 1 25 Castlebridge Cel. 10 7 1 2 22 Cappoquin Railway 10 6 2 2 20 Ardmore 10 4 0 6 12

Kilworth Celtic B 10 3 0 7 9 Ballybridge Utd 10 0 0 10 0 Under 13 League p w d l pts Lismore A.F.C. 8 7 0 1 21 Inch United 7 7 0 0 21 Kilworth Celtic 8 7 0 1 21 Clashmore Ramblers 8 6 0 2 18 Valley Rangers 8 4 1 3 13 Cappoquin Railway 8 3 1 4 10 Mogeely F.C. 9 3 0 6 9 Ballybridge Utd 8 2 0 6 6 Ardmore A.F.C. 9 1 0 8 3 Kilworth Celtic B 9 0 0 9 0 Under 14 League p w d l pts Cappoquin Railway 10 9 0 1 27 Lismore 10 9 0 1 27

Kilworth Celtic 10 7 0 3 21 Clashmore R’blers 10 7 0 3 21 Valley Rangers 10 7 0 3 21 Inch United 10 5 0 5 15 Mogeely F.C. 10 5 0 5 15 Ballymac F.C. 10 3 0 7 9 Brideview Utd 10 2 0 8 6 Ballybridge Utd 10 1 0 9 3 Kilworth Celtic B 10 0 0 10 0 Under 16 League p w d l pts Valley Rgs 10 9 1 0 28 Inch United 10 7 2 1 23 Lismore A.F.C. 10 4 1 5 13 Ardmore A.F.C. 10 3 0 7 9 Castlebridge Cel. 10 2 2 6 8 Cappoquin Railway 10 2 0 8 6

again going close late on as their keeper made a smart save to push his shot away for a corner but in the end it just wasn’t meant to be and as the final whistle sounded there were a few tears but once they disappeared the realisation of what was a great week both on and off the pitch saw the boys collect their runnersup medals a beautiful Silver All Ireland Medal, a medal that not too many around these parts can say they have in their possession and one they will treasure for ever along with the wonderful memories and friends made during the week and over the last five years this squad has been together. To cap off a great week the team were presented with the Fair Play Award which League Rep Liam Fraser accepted on behalf of the squad. This award was for the team’s discipline both on and off the field of play as they were the talk of the tournament with their attitude and behaviour. Not one player or coach was given a caution during the tournament which says an awful lot and the squad mixed superbly with our neighbours, the Carlow League with both team giving each other a guard of honour for there biggest games of the week. Unfortunately, both teams lost out but great friendship was made and a lot of laughs throughout the week. Well done to each and everyone of the squad and backroom team on a memorable week. 2019 Kennedy Cup Squad 1. Sean Og Kenneally Kilworth Celtic 2. Ben Lombard – Clashmore Ramblers 3. Bobby Coonan - Clashmore Ramblers 4. Caoilainn Foley – Cappoquin Railway 5. Dylan Troy - Cappoquin Railway 6. Eoin Potter - Kilworth Celtic 7. Evan Geary – Lismore AFC 8. Kieran Kelleher – Valley Rangers

9. Kyle Moloney – Clashmore Ramblers 10. Michael Morrissey – Ballymac FC 11. Noah O’Sullivan – Clashmore Ramblers 12. Oisin Coffey – Cappoquin Railway 13. Oran Sweetnam – Mogeely FC 14. Ronan Mansfield – Cappoquin Railway (Captain) 15. Shane Coughlan – Kilworth Celtic 16. Shane O’Donovan – Mogeely FC 17. Shay Cotter – Cappoquin Railway 18. Tim Cliffe – Cappoquin Railway 19. Oisin Aldred – Lismore AFC U-12 CUP FINAL Brideview Utd and Lismore AFC faced off in the U-12 Cup Final last Thursday night and after a hard fought game Brideview were victorious following a single goal scored in the second half of a very close and keenly contested game. Well

done to both teams on a fine performance. U-13 CUP Kilworth Celtic will now face Clashmore Ramblers in the semifinal next Saturday to see who will meet Mogeely FC in this season’s final, which will be played next week sometime. U-14 CUP Mogeely FC will have played away in the semi-final against Kilworth Celtic last Monday night and much will depend on the teams selected as Kilworth had three players on the Kennedy Cup Squad in Limerick last week while Mogeely had two, so some tired bodies and minds heading into this semi-final. Cappoquin Railway FC will play against Lismore AFC in the other semi-final. This game is on tomorrow night Thursday with Lismore having two Kennedy Cup players to Cappoquin Railway’s six but they would have got a few days rest and this has the makings of a great game.

LAST WEEK’S RESULTS U-12 Cup Final Lismore AFC 0 – 1 Brideview Utd. Kennedy Cup WWEC 0 – 1 Waterford SFL WWEC 0 – 3 Wexford SL

WWEC 0 – 3 Wicklow SL WWEC 1 - 1 Cavan/Monaghan WWEC Win (4-2 on Pens) WWEC 1 - 0 Roscommon YSDL WWEC 0 - 1 Limerick County SL

NEXT WEEK’S FIXTURES Thursday, 20th June U-14 Cup Semi-Final Lismore AFC v Cappoquin Railway FC, 7.15pm U-14 League Premier Division Final Kilworth Celtic v Clashmore Ramblers 7.15pm Saturday, 22nd June U-13 Cup Semi Final Clashmore Ramblers v Kilworth Celtic, 12 noon. REMAINING GAMES TO BE FIXED U-13 Cup Final Mogeely FC v Winners of Clashmore Ramblers or Lismore AFC/Kilworth Celtic.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Dungarvan United FC

Stradbally FC Schoolboys 18-19

Stradbally FC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Presidents: Fr. Enright, Fr. Condon, Pat Power Chairman: Alan D’Arcy Vice Chairman: Stephen Lawlor Membership officer: Alan Darcy Treasurer: John Kelly Lotto co-ordinator: Mary Lawlor Secretary: Damien Sheehan Welfare Officer: Kerry Ann Donnelly. PRO: Gerry Dunne. AWARDS NIGHT Stradbally FC had their Schoolboys Awards Night last Saturday. Great bunch of lads and coaches. Thanks to all the parents who baked and cooked, it was a lovely evening and nice to have a cup of tea and a chat after the stress of the season. Grateful appreciation to everyone your help and support throughout the year. Onwards and upwards, roll on

next season. For more photographs and video, go to our Facebook page 'Stradbally AFC'. LOTTO Club Lotto Draw takes place in the Cove Bar on Sunday night. Jackpot Prize on offer will be €3,300. Tickets available from shops and pubs locally and from regular promoters and club members. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto Draw. CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING Our first Committee Meeting of the new season takes place on Thursday, June 27th at 8 pm. TOURNOI MAURICE RIVELLO Well done to Jayson Molumby, Brighton & Hove Albion and Cappoquin, who not only captained Ireland to a Top Four finish in the prestgous French tournament last

week, but was also deemed one of the Top Four Players of the Tournament. Allez Jayson et les autres Vert!! ASTROTURF HIRE Astroturf Pitch is available to hire. A game of 5-a-side with your friends, is an ideal way to keep fit during the Summer. For booking details contact Alan D'Arcy at 087 698 7387. ON-LINE CLUB SHOP Our on-line club shop is now open for business. For a myriad of playing and leisure gear, go to www.oneills.com. Ideal birthday presents. KEEPING IN TOUCH If you have any news you wish to be included in the Stradbally FC Notes, email the details to gerrydunne71@gmail.com before 6 pm on Sunday.

LOTTO NEWS Winning numbers: 44, 13, 32. No Winner. €10k jackpot. €50 Ashlee Keohan. €25 Zoe c/o Pepe & Joe Morris. We still a massive €10k jackpot. Please support our club lotto. CAN YOU HELP??? BUY - Please buy a ticket €2 each or 3 for €5 Available from Hallahan’s Chemist, Paddy Foleys, Tudor Bar or Forde’s/Circle K (Youghal road) Saturdays 10-2 pm or during academy time. SELL - We are asking club supporters, parents, coaches, older players, mature members of the club to volunteer 1 hour of their time every month for our Rota at Ford's Circle K (Nissan). THANKS - A huge thank you to those who are on the Rota every week. It's really appreciated. If you are interested and can give us JUST 1 HOUR ONCE A MONTH......Contact Colin Bulfin di-

rectly or Vicky O'Donnell 087 055 7939 for all lotto enquires. SUMMER CAMP BOOKINGS NOW BEING TAKEN Our ever successful Summer Camp will take place 15-19 July. €55 per child Ages 6-12 - 10 am2 pm Daily. Discount for siblings. Call 087 055 7939 to book LADIES TEAM KICK-OFF SEASON Park Rangers ............................ 1; Dungarvan United Ladies ........ 1. We travelled to Park Rangers last Wednesday to play our first league match of the season. Dungarvan started with Aimee in goal, Aisling, Shauna, Molly and Stacey in the back line, Shannon, Katie, Ashlee and Tricia in midfield with Kaiesha and Dawn playing up front. We attacked from the first whistle and kept piling on the pressure on the Park Rangers goalie who pulled off some great saves from Kaiesha. The blues were very

strong in defence and midfield but unfortunately we could not convert in front of goal. Half-time and it was 0-0. Second half saw Anne Marie and Ciara introduced and a reshuffle in midfield saw Katie free in the box and she placed a beautiful ball into the top left hand corner of the goal. Minutes later Ashlee added a second only for it to be ruled out for hand ball when it wasn't. Clodagh and Kelley came on in midfield and upfront and played some lovely soccer making great runs in behind the Park Rangers defence. With minutes to go and with Dungarvan moving up the pitch a handball by Park Rangers in the middle of the park stopped the Dungarvan players. No whistle saw the Park Rangers midfielder play the ball through for their forward to equalise. Dungarvan pressed for a winner but unfortunately it wasn't to be. Game finished 1-1. Next week sees us away to Benfica.

50 YEAR REUNION SOCIAL – Don’t forget this Saturday, night 22nd June at 9.00 p.m. The 50th Anniversary of the Dungarvan United Youth Team Double, League & Cup Win of 1969. A night not to be missed. All welcome. Contact Anslem Hayes 087-2957144 or Tom Conway 086-8038899 for further information.

Ballinroad FC BALLINROAD FC U-14's PROGRESS TO CUP FINAL On a perfect evening for soccer in Ballinroad our u-14's beat St. Pauls 4-2 to progress to the cup final. Ballinroad dominated the first half but conceded a goal just before half-time from a free kick. Early in the second half Jake O’Donnell was brought down for a penalty that was scored by Brian Callaghan. Ballinroad continued to create many chances but against the run of play conceded a soft goal from a corner. With only one minute left to play Jake O’Donnell won yet another penalty which again was scored by Brian Callaghan. So into extra time. Ballinroad scored twice in first half of extra time with goals from Jake Fitzgerald Drummey and Jack O’Donovan. Ballinroad remained in full control to the final whistle with a 4-2 win. This was a great team performance with all 14 players used on the night playing a key roles in the win. By the time this has gone to print, Ballinroad will have played their Cup Final against Villa on Monday evening. BALLINROAD SUMMERCAMP Now in its 18th year, the Annual

Ballinroad Summercamp will take place over three weeks this July. This camp draws great numbers year on year due to the wide range of activities organised for the kids each day, but also due to the high standard of coaching/supervision that the camp has become known for. Children from the ages of 5 to 15 years are catered for and everything from Arts & Crafts to various sports and games are held between the Ballinroad FC grounds and St. Laurence’s Hall. The camp runs from Tuesday, July 2nd to Friday, July 19th, Tuesday to Friday over three weeks. It's open to boys and girls age 5-15 years, 10 am to 2.30 pm each day with kids asked to bring a light lunch daily. The cost is €45 per child (€80 for two siblings) or €13 a day. We wish Philip the best of luck in what we have no doubt will be another action packed few weeks at Ballinroad F.C. PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARDS Our Annual Player of the Year awards will take place this Saturday, June 22nd at Lord Maguires at 6 pm. This has been a fantastic year for both our Schoolboy and Junior teams and we look forward to a great evening

Ballinroad FC Under 14 team. in which is always enjoyed by both players and parents. AGM Our AGM will be held on Monday, June 24th in St. Laurence’s Hall. With Premier Soccer awaiting Ballinroad F.C, a new Clubhouse in the pipeline and massive numbers coming into the Club at Schoolboy level it is a hugely exciting time to be a part of the Club. Since promotion we have had a number of individuals in the local area mention to various Club members that they would like to get in-

volved and give a helping hand. There has been talks of lowering the age of our academy (currently 7-9 years) to meet demand, suggestions of the Club getting involved in more Community orientated events and ideas as to how to take coaching at the club to the next level. To achieve any of the above we need desperately more help. We welcome any individual interested in helping out (no matter how little) to come along on Monday 24th. We've discussed for many years about the need to get our first team

to the Premier Division, and now we are there we hope to support the team and the teams coming through to maintain our position there. 5 ASIDE SOCCER BLITZ The Club is finalising details of a huge fundraiser which will be supported by Sarah and Deirdre at Lord Maguires. While we tease out the finer details we would ask that you keep Saturday, July 20th free as we plan to host a 5 A-Side Soccer Blitz by day, followed by BBQ and entertainment in Lord Maguires afterwards.

All of the proceeds from the event will go towards Ballinroad man’s Pa Keane's drive to raise €50,000 to access Stem Cell Treatment in Russia to prevent further progression of MS. We know the whole community will get behind this, and would ask if anyone could donate some raffle prizes or help in any there way to get in touch. Managers Michael Dwyer and Alan Mulcahy with Ballinroad U14's who progressed to the Cup Final after a 4-2 defeat over St. Pauls.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Dungarvan Gymnastics brings home the gold, silver & bronze DUNGARVAN Gymnastics Club bring home Gold, Silver and Bronze National Medals at Gymnastics Ireland All Around Series On Saturday, 25th May 2019 16 qualifying gymnasts from Dungarvan Gymnastics Club competed at the Gymnastics Ireland All Around National Series competition at the National Sports Arena. The girls competed on all 4 Apparatus (Floor, Beam, Bars and Vault) and their final score is their based on the total of their scores achieved on each piece. Our qualifying gymnasts were: Level 2A O11 Aisling O’Donovan Shannon Conway Brooke O’Regan Claudia O’Halloran Lia Hartley Level 2B U9 Kerrie Walsh Elizabeth Gill Level 2B U10 Sadhbh Curran Ellen Beth Hayes Isabelle Cloney Niamh McCarthy Level 2B U11 Aoife O’Donovan Level 2B O11 Éle McDermott Emily Foran Lucy Condon O’Grady Millie Lucey RESULTS LEVEL 2A O11 Aisling O’Donovan brought home a Silver National All Around Medal. Aisling had a super performance on the day with her highest score of 11.65 achieved on Bars. Shannon Conway shined on floor with a massive score of 11.834. Brooke O’Regan’s favourite apparatus is Bars and she didn’t disappoint with a wonderful 11.5 and Claudia O’Halloran was just behind her with 11.45. Lia Hartley nailed her beam routine and was rewarded an 11.2 which was her highest score of the day. It was a wonderful performance from each of these girls. Well done. LEVEL 2B U-9 Not to be daunted by performing in such a large arena and being under 9 years of age our little stars Kerrie Walsh and Elizabeth Gill were amazing as always. Kerrie

CUNNIGAR PITCH & PUTT CLUB NATIONAL GENTS STROKEPLAY QUALIFIERS Will take place in tramore on Sunday, 23rd June at 9.30 am (sharp). INTER: Aidan O’Rourke, John O’Shea, Michael Ahearne and Stephen Donovan. JUNIOR: Owen Simms (Best of luck to all). MEMBERSHIP We are open for membership. To become a member of this beautiful course. Call to the clubhouse between 10.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. You will receive your own personal fob which allows you to come and go whenever you like. ADULT: €85 Juvenile: €50 Senior: €55 FAMILY membership (2 adults + 2 children) €155. WEDNESDAY RESULTS Nett: Mary Walsh and Cait Mulcahy.

GROSS: Lorraine Troy and Mary O’Neill. THURSDAY RESLUTS NETT: Fionn Nagle, Jacinta O'Mahony and Mary Daly. GROSS: Mary O’Neill, Mary Walsh and John O’Shea. LADIES FUN NIGHT In Clonmel on Friday, 28th June. Meal plus a game is €20. Meal is €15. Sheet in clubhouse to put names on. BONUS BALL Winning number 21 (Olivere Walsh) LADIES OPEN On Sunday, 14th July. Tee off between 9 am and last card at 2 pm. PJ BELL LADIES AND GENTS SENIOR NATIONAL STROKEPLAY Closing date is the 26th of June. Finals in ESB on the 27th and 28th July.

U-16 NATIONAL MATHPLAY In Deerpark. Closing date the 24th of June. BRIEF RULES Players shall start at the time and in the order arranged by the committee. Players shall not discontinue play except as permitted or directed by the committee: an unauthorised break exceeding five minutes between two consecutive 18-hole rounds shall be treated as a discontinuance. HOLES-IN-ONES Ladies: Breda Foley, Lorraine Troy, Kathleen Foran, Jacinta O’Mahoney and Marie Forde have two with Cait and Mary Daly on one each. Gents: Johno O’Shea, Finbarr O’Rourke, Michael Havens, Liam Simms and Paddy Noonan have two each and Kyle Hackett, Patsy Hackett, Paddy Lawlor, Brendan Delaney and Michael Ahearne have one each.

Tried & Tested Triathlon Club

Hook or by Crook Triathlon Aisling O'Donovan National All Around L2 Silver Medal 2A O-11.

Aoife O'Donovan National All Around L2 Gold Medal 2B U-11.

scored a whopping 11.65 on beam and Elizabeth also scored her highest on beam at 11.15. Kerrie was just .049 from taking 3rd place nationally which was a fantastic result. Scoring over 11 at a National Final is absolutely fantastic. We are so proud of these girls who had a fantastic day. LEVEL 2B U-10 Next up is our under 10’s who are four young ladies who are turning into a force to be reckoned with!!! Sadhbh Curran’s 11.634 on Beam was through the roof. She put on a flawless routine showing real focus for such a young girl. Ellen Beth Hayes executed a beautiful floor routine awarding her 11.25 which was her strongest apparatus of the day. Isabelle Cloney scored an amazing 11.3 on bars and Niamh McCarthy equally excelled on bars with a whopping 11.5 and equalled that on floor with another 11.5. These four girls have a great bond and were so encouraging and supportive of each other on the day. That’s what it’s all about girls; having fun and giving it your best shot! Well done girls on your outstanding results. LEVEL 2B U-11 Bringing home the Gold for her

Club and herself was Aoife O’Donovan. To medal at an All Around competition is a super achievement but to take first place is truly testament to Aoife’s hard work and the work of her coaches. Aoife’s score on Bars was 13.334 followed by 11.95 on Beam. Aoife’s Bar score was the Club’s highest individual score of the day. Her floor and Vault were also up there to take the Gold Medal. Congratulations Aoife on your wonderful achievement. LEVEL 2B O11 Éle McDermott brought home an All Around Bronze National Medal which is an absolutely fantastic achievement. Éle’s highest score of 11.801 was achieved on her elegant beam routine followed closely by her Floor score of 11.7 and 11.2 on Bars. Éle, you should be very proud of yourself achieving such wonderful scores on a National stage. Your coaches certainly are! Well done Éle. Emily Foran shone with her Bar routine where she scored a fabulous 11.45. Emily’s routine was beautifully executed and accordingly received a super score. Lucy Condon O’Grady also scored her highest score of the day on Bars achieving an excellent 10.55 while Millie Lucey scored highest on her Beam routine achieving a fantastic 10.734. Well done girls on your wonderful performance and excellent results. SUMMER CAMP 2019 There are a few places available on week 4 of the Club’s Summer Camp which is open to members and non members. All information and booking forms available on the Club website www.dungarvangymnastics.ie Dungarvan Gymnastics Club was formed in 2007 and runs classes in Dungarvan and Cappoquin. The Club is affiliated to Gymnastics Ireland. Club Membership is full and the waitlist is closed. If places become available in 2019 they will be advertised through the Club website www.dungarvangymnastics.ie and on our Club Facebook page.

Back row left to right: 2B 011: Millie, Éle, Emily & Lucy. Front row left to right: Isabelle, Niamh, Ellen Beth & Sadhbh 2B U-10.

THE sun was shining and the seas were calm, not this years typical weather but it was perfect for all the members racing this weekend at the Hook or by Crook Triathlon in Dunmore East. A large group of 14 headed to Dunmore East to take part in our neighbouring Waterford Tri Club’s annual triathlon. On what was a perfect day to be at the seaside we had two debutants to triathlon and three new members racing for the first time in Tried and Tested colours. Congrats to Shane Power, Emma Dwane, Corrina Walsh, Ronan Wall and Adam Green. On Sunday morning, again in Dunmore East, but this time for the RNLI Charity event, another 13 members hit the water for a 3.6km swim. Tasha Lanigan and Francis Dwane obviously didn’t feel too bad after the previous day’s excursion as they took part in the event as well! Well done everybody. IRONMAN IRELAND CORK In what is undoubtedly one of the toughest endurance races in the world and definitely the ultimate triathlon distance, 15 Tried and Tested members will be participating in Ireland’s first official Ironman Race. Natalie Shaw Hamilton, Rob Shaw Hamilton, Mark Rhys Thomas, John Roche, Croistoir O’Reilly, Gareth Pope, Paul Dee Carter, Sean Stilwell, Bryan Hallissey, Lynne Fitzpatrick, Niamh O’Donovan, Tony O’Mahony and younger brother Deckie, Michael Hayes and Niall Barry will take on

Group at Hook or by Crook Triathlon.

Cal Tutty

Elia Tutty

the gruelling 3.86km swim, 180km bike and finish off with a full 42.2km marathon. For three of the guys it’s not their first time taking on this distance but for the other 12 it is unknown territory but their dedication and training will undoubtedly will pay off. 12 months of up to 18 hours training a week will all come to fruition on Sunday when they take to the sea and roads around Youghal and East Cork to cross the finish line and hear the world famous expression “You are an Ironman” from the legendary announcer Mike Reilly. Best of luck to everyone from all at Tried and Tested.

On Wednesday, June 19th the club will hold it’s first Aquathlon of the summer. A 750m or 1,500m swim will be followed by a 5.7km run. Registration is from 6.30 pm at the Lifeguard station on Clonea Beach and in the water at 7 pm. NATIONAL AQUATHLON CHAMPIONSHIPS Congratulations to our Juniors who competed at The Pulse B2R Aquathlon National Championships on Sunday. Elia Tutty who is having a fantastic season won the Junior ladies race and not to be outdone by his big sister Cal Tutty took silver in the 13-14 category. Great stuff guys.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Denis Horgan and Darragh Truman with their Clonea Leisure Centre Swim Awards for May/June. [Sean Byrne]

Abbie Casey and Molly Lyons with their Clonea Leisure Centre Swim Awards for May/June. [Sean Byrne]

Joe Hickey with his Clonea Leisure Centre Swim Awards for May/June.

Emily Nolan with her Clonea Leisure Centre Swim Awards for May/June.

[Sean Byrne]

Tommy Walsh with his Clonea Leisure Centre Swim Awards for [Sean Byrne] May/June.

Daniel Shortall with his Clonea Leisure Centre Swim Awards for May/June. [Sean Byrne]

THE weekend spins managed to get out in between the showers. DCC was well represented on the racing and sportive action this week. SPIN REPORTS G23k: The weather didn't look favourable for todays spin but by the time we hit the road it improved. The group headed along the N72 turning left at the Welcome Inn. As Kereen approached a water stop was called to take off the rain gear at the pub. The group continued towards Clashmore turning for Aglish cycling through Villierstown onto Dromana. Upon reaching Cappoquin the group turned left for Deerpark and headed back into Lismore for coffee at the Farmers’ Market. As the group headed for home entering Cappoquin the cyclists turned right for Kilmolash back onto the Clashmore road heading for home via the Bog road. Dis 73km avg 22kph Group 4 set off on a fast clip out the coast road to Bunmahon and then turning left for the first climb to Kill. Turning left in Kill there was a slight deviation from the route we turned right to bring us to the N25. Turning left off the N25 Danny had a surprise hill in store for us before descending into Kilmacthomas where we decided to stop for coffee. Sitting outside in the sunshine meeting with cyclists from Waterford the clouds started to gather so we headed for Mahon bridge turned towards Lemmybrien and onto Kilrossanty and avoided the rain. Turning right to start the climb over the Mauma road the wind had picked up with cross winds at the top. All climbed successfully and we descended into Kilbrien and onto Beary's Cross. A quick water stop and it was on the road again into a headwind but so far so good we had dodged the showers. A quick descent down Colligan and turning at Master McGrath the promised rain arrived. A good spin 81Km with 900m climbing. G3 had 14 out hoping to dodge the showers on this week's spin A smart clip up Colligan turning left at the top to descend the black hill. Off

Donations from Dungarvan Cycling Club presented to the Solas Centre, Waterford by Tom Fennell, Tom Moroney, Thomas Fennell, Frank Geary and Lar Fennell. to Cappoquin cutting across a new road for us to appear out at the top of Lismore. A long drag to the top of Tallow before crossing over to Inch and Mount Uniacke. A puncture in Killeagh before trying to use the cross wind as we traveled on towards Youghal and finally back accross the Deise border. A peppy enough spin back with pbs galore on the sweep descent. 100k with 950m climbing at 28kph. YOUTH NOTES Congratulations to David Gaffney winning the Slieve Luchra Cycling Club Under 12 road race held in Knocknagree, Co. Kerry on Sunday. David got away from the peloton and won solo following in his continued success from last week when he won the Munster Time Trial Championship. Great to see David flying the DCC colours and new kit far afield. Well done. RACING NEWS Well done to Mark Rowe who was 4th in the Meath Grand Prix. This was Mark’s third race this season and he has now gained points towards his A3 licence. Well done Mark!! SPORTIVE NEWS DCC were privileged to help out at the Jones Engineering Sportive in Clonmel on Friday in aid of

Canteen Ireland. Many compliments were received in how well our new kit looked on the road. NEW HOODIES You may still be on with a chance to order the new super technical DCC hoodie. Contact Jason Travers ASAP on 08773518019. 150th ANNIVERSARY The cycling routes are now available on FB for those wishing to puruse the routes on Saturday, August 10th. More information to

follow about the social evening event. SUMMER SERIES This successful series concludes on Thursday 20th June with our well known,"Old Sweep Hill Climb". Please join us at Ring Cross (R674) at 6.30 pm off the N25. First race off at 7 pm sharp. Prize giving and food after in the Marine Bar (X35 RR52). All welcome whenever you are racing or supporting this much valued event.

David Gaffney won the Slieve Luchra under 12 road race

Dungarvan Hillwalking Club

UPCOMING SUNDAY WALKS Our Sunday B walk for Sunday, 23rd June will give you a chance to test your legs for the Comeragh Crossing, as it covers the Nire to Dungarvan section of the walk. It’s led by Richard Dykes, the chief organiser of the Crossing, and it leaves Scanlon’s Yard Carpark in Dungarvan at 10 am. The Sunday C walk is to scenic Lough Modhra with Marie Jennings, and it leaves Scanlon’s Yard at 1 pm. CLUB BARBECUE The club will be hosting a barbecue for its members on Saturday, 13th July at 6 pm, hosted by Linda and Colin Humphreys. Tickets are €5.

THURSDAY C WALK Our next Thursday C walk is on 20th June and it's to the Lickey Valley with Reenie. It leaves the Park Hotel in Dungarvan at 1.30 pm. There is an optional apres walk meal at the Seanchie, and you are more than welcome to join us for that. REGISTER FOR COMERAGH CROSSING It’s still not too late to register for this year’s Comeragh Crossing on Saturday, 6th July. You can register for the 10km Kilbrien walk on the day, and you can register for any of the walks online at www.dungarvanhillwalking.org. CUNNIGAR CROSSING Our other hugely popular annual walk is the Cunnigar Crossing, when we invite people to come and cross the Cunnigar at low tide. This year, the walk will be on Sunday, 1st September, and there will be a collection for our three charities:

Dungarvan Lions Club, South-East Mountain Rescue and West Waterford Hospice. We’ll be telling you more about this walk closer to the time. If you want to join our club, you can bring your application form and

fee to the club meeting on 4th June. The application forms are available from our website, www.dungarvanhillwalking.org or you can contact dungarvanhillwalking@gmail.com. Remember, no walking boots, no walk.

Sunday C walkers scaled the heights at Coumsingaun with leader Neil Fitzgerald [Dave Haworth] on Sunday, 9th June.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 June, 2019

Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures Wexford - Wednesday, June 19 (First Race 6.00) Leopardstown - Thursday, June 20 (First Race 5.40) Limerick – Friday, June 21 (First Race 5.30) Down Royal – Friday, June 21 (First Race 5.45) Down Royal – Saturday, June 22 (First Race 1.45) Tipperary – Sunday June 23 (First Race 2.05)

Nominations for Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards close next Monday, 24th June

Popong and Hugh Morgan wins the Dermot Hughes Car Sales Rated Novice Hurdle at Roscommon for Henry de Bromhead. [Patrick McCann, Racing Post]

Six wins in six days for de Bromhead LAST week belonged to Knockeen trainer Henry De Bromhead as he sent out six winners in six days. De Bromhead celebrated a 187-1 treble at Downpatrick on Sunday thanks to the victories of Game Present (10-1), Put The Kette On (13-8) and Killiney Court (11-2). Popong began the trainer’s wonderful week by winning at Roscommon on Tuesday evening at odds of 11-2 under Hugh Moran. Stacks Mountain took the Bet Now With The Ladbrokes App Handicap Hurdle under Davy Russell at odds of 4-1 under Davy Russell, while Bromhead’s other winner in the last sevent days was Roibeard at Leopardstown on Thursday evening.

OTHER WATERFORD WINNERS PENNY OUT ridden by the recently returned from the UK 3lb claimer, Mikey Hamill had five and a half lengths to spare over Patriciadplasterer in the 20 runner Ladbrokes Mares Maiden Hurdle at Punchestown on Wednesday night. The John Kiely trained and Connor Lannen owned mare was returned at 5/2. Jake Peter, the dual purpose gelding is proving a great money spinner for owner / breeder Frank McNulty when recording this fifth win in the space of ten months in the Bet With Tote at Fairyhouse Racecourse Handicap on Friday night last. The wellbacked 11/10 favourite had matters wrapped up at the furlong stage under jockey Ben Coen for Rathgormack trainer Pat Flynn.

NOMINATIONS for the 2019 Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards Ireland close next Monday, June 24 at 5pm. The awards encompass 10 categories, which carry prizemoney in excess of €80,000. Nominations can be completed online at www.studandstablestaffawards.ie. Nomination forms can also be downloaded from the website and can be returned to the marketing department in Horse Racing Ireland, no later than 5pm next Monday. Over the past number of weeks, Sandra Hughes, Ambassador for Godolphin’s Irish Stud and Stable Staff Awards, has been visiting racing yards and stud farms and attending race meetings and bloodstock sales to encourage as many nominations as possible. Chairman of the Irish Stablestaff Association, Bernard Caldwell said: “With only a week to go to the nominations deadline, I would encourage everyone in the industry, including stable staff, trainers, breeders, owners and managers to nominate their colleagues, in order to recognise the great employees we have in our industry. Online nomination is easy and only takes a few minutes but must be completed by the deadline of 5 pm next Monday.”

Madhmood confirmed for Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby KEVIN Prendergast’s Derby runner-up Madhmoon is set for a rematch with his Epsom conqueror Anthony Van Dyck in the Dubai Duty Freesponsored equivalent at the Curragh on June 29. Madhmoon, who finished fourth in the 2,000 Guineas, will attempt to give his 86-year-old Curragh-based trainer his first win in a race his father Paddy won four times, most notably with the Bing Crosby partowned Meadow Court in 1965. Angus Gold, racing manager to Madhmoon's owner Hamdan Al Maktoum, said: "Kevin is delighted with the horse since his fantastic run at Epsom and Sheikh Hamdan is keen to run in the Irish Derby, a race he won with Salsabil in 1990." Madhmoon stumbled running down the hill at Epsom but kept finding for pressure to get within half a length of Anthony Van Dyck, who is likely to lead a typically strong team for Aidan O'Brien who is seeking a 13th victory in the Irish Derby. Anthony Van Dyck heads the betting at 2-1, with Madhmoon a bestpriced 6-1 with Betfred. The Dermot Weld-trained Rakan, who is also owned by Sheikh Hamdan, and Guaranteed, trained by Jim Bolger, are also reported to be on course for the Classic at the end of the month.

Pat Smullen announced as Longines Irish Champions Weekend Ambassador NINE-time champion jockey Pat Smullen will be the racing ambassador for this year’s Longines Irish Champions Weekend. In his new role, Smullen will be involved in the promotion of the sixth renewal of one of the world’s leading racing festivals to be held at Leopardstown Racecourse and the Curragh Racecourse on the weekend of September 14 and 15. For the first time, Longines Irish Champions Weekend will include a number of fundraising activities and events with all proceeds going towards the fight against pancreatic cancer. Pat Smullen said: “I was made acutely aware of the great work that is being done in the area of pancreatic cancer research and my objective is to return to my carers three things: awareness, funds and gratitude.

Being involved with the greatest show in town is exciting for me and I appreciate the support of the Longines Irish Champions Weekend committee, Leopardstown and the Curragh in my efforts.” Brian Kavanagh, CEO of Horse Racing Ireland, said: “Pat Smullen is the perfect fit for Longines Irish Champions Weekend being a nine-time champion jockey in Ireland. There is no doubting that he was one of the great jockeys and the way he has faced up to his recent challenges marks him out as a true champion. We are very excited that Pat has come on board as the Longines Irish Champions Weekend ambassador and we will all be working hard to make the weekend a success and fulfil Pat’s fundraising ambitions for pancreatic cancer research.”

Reach Up and Liam Quinlan wins the 2m handicap chase Punchestown for trainer John Ryan. [Patrick McCann/Racing Post]