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Marie and Niall O'Brien from Grallagh, Grange, Ardmore, Co. Waterford, pictured with their newborn son Joey Kieran O’Brien who was born at 12:04 a.m., weighing 7lb 9oz in Cork University Maternity Hospital on New Year’s Day. [Daragh Mc Sweeney/Provision]
Grange couple are proud parents to one of the first babies born in 2019 CONGRATULATIONS to West Waterford parents Marie Hannigan-O'Brien and Niall O'Brien who joined many families around the country in welcoming their new child into the world shortly after midnight on 1st January last. Marie and Niall from Grallagh, Grange, near Ardmore, are the proud parents of baby Joey Kieran O’Brien, who was born at 12.04 a.m., at Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH), weigh-
ing 3.420 kg (7lb 8oz). Baby Joey was pipped at the post to being the first baby born in Ireland in 2019 - as the first New Year’s Day baby was a girl born at Our Lady of Lourdes, Drogheda, at three seconds past midnight; followed by another baby girl who arrived at four seconds past midnight at The Coombe Maternity Hospital, Dublin. The first baby born at University Hospital Waterford was a girl born at 4.37 a.m.
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Complaints up by 40 percent - but increase attributed to greater presence on the ground by Council’s new Estate Management Team WATERFORD Council’s new Estate Management Team has helped to identify and tackle more anti-social behaviour issues in housing estates over the past year, with the main objective of getting to potential problems early before they spiral out of control, writes Paul Mooney. The new task force which was launched in the past few months, is made up of four people who are assigned different areas of the county /
city and work in specific estates in their area. The number of anti-social behaviour complaints in 2018 increased by 40 percent on the previous year - 249 anti-social behaviour complaints in 2018, compared with 149 complaints in 2017 - but the increase in complaints was attributed to the work on the ground by the Council’s new Estate Management Team for their early interventions. Derek Lyons, Chief Technician, Housing, acknowledged the considerable increase in anti-social behaviour com-
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plaints in 2018. “The numbers have risen, but it’s mainly to a greater presence on the ground,” Mr. Lyons told the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee. The new Estate Management Team “has hit the ground running, literally,” according to Mr. Lyons. He pointed out that many of the anti-social behaviour complaints the Estate Management Team are picking up on are low-level complaints which can be dealt with at an early stage before they escalate.
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The more serious anti-social behaviour complaints, like violence, harassment and intimidation are dealt with by the Council’s Anti-Social Behaviour Unit. “There is a stronger presence by our Estate Management Team on the ground on a daily and weekly basis and we are trying to build up relationships within estates. “We are getting more engagement with people and people are getting more confidence to approach the Council,” he said. c Continued on page 2
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Task force to tackle anti-social behaviour c FROM FRONT PAGE “We are trying to break down barriers and deal with people in the early stages - that is our main objective - early intervention - the sooner we detect issues the quicker we can deal with them,” Mr. Lyons said. “If we can get people engaging with our Estate Management Teams at the very onset of issues arising, then we can deal with those issues very early, because sometimes it’s almost too late by the time the Anti-Social Behaviour Unit get to deal with it. That has already started to prove successful and we hope it will continue into 2019,” he added. PUBLIC PERCEPTION Cllr. Joe Kelly said there was a perception amongst the public that offenders engaged in anti-social behaviour “are getting away with endless, endless, endless amounts of anti-social behaviour, while ordinary people paying their rent or mortgage are suffering, with their nerves gone, their standard of living gone, their right to peace and to live in their own home destroyed”. “The victims in all of this are the next door neighbours and people living across the street, who have to put up with
fighting, partying, drug dealing, and whatever else goes on. The real victims are the innocent people while the gangsters and ‘head-the-balls’ are getting away with it,” Cllr. Kelly said. He highlighted two cases which were brought to his attention, where there has been a litany of anti-social behaviour complaints extending back years. “It seems we have to build up an immense amount of evidence before someone can be removed from a house or evicted.” Cllr. Kelly welcomed the news of the Estate Management Teams being formed, describing it as a “step forward”. Mr. Grimes replied that he didn’t want to talk about individual cases as investigations could still be ongoing, but assured Cllr. Kelly that the particular cases he brought to his attention are being dealt with. He warned: “We are proactively taking on tenants who are involved in persistent anti-social behaviour”. Mr. Grimes said when there are tensions in communities, “we work closely with the Gardaí and we are guided by them in most instances”. In relation to the perception of people
getting away with anti-social behaviour, Mr. Grimes pointed out that the level of anti-social behaviour complaints coming into the Council over the last couple of years “were way too low”. “The low number of complaints we were receiving wasn’t reflecting what was happening [on the ground] and what Councillors were telling me in private,” he said. “We have now put the resources into our Estate Management Team, Tenancy Management and Anti-Social Behaviour Unit, and I think it is reflected by the fact that more people are coming to us with complaints,” he said. Mr. Grimes said the role of Councillors is also very valuable in communicating with the communities and residents in such times. “We were able to communicate through Councillors in relation to a number of incidents,” he said. Cllr. John Hearne welcomed the Council’s initiative with the new Estate Management Team. “This is something I’ve been chasing for a long time, because there are estates which need more work than other places,” Cllr. Hearne said.
“We’ve seen the results already with the increase in complaints - but that problem was always there - we just weren’t getting at it,” he said. Cllr. Hearne also pointed out the importance of people reporting all incidents of anti-social behaviour. “If the information doesn’t get into the Council or the Gardaí, then it doesn’t get resolved,” he said, adding that if the Council or Gardaí don’t know about the problem, then people can’t be helped. Cllr. Jason Murphy said he was delighted to see the new Estate Management Team was out and about in communities and not stuck in offices. “I totally agree that the earlier you pre-empt a problem, the more chance you have of dealing with it, because once the problems grow, they can become extremely difficult to deal with,” Cllr. Murphy said. “I believe the earliest you can deal with anti-social behaviour problems is before it occurs - during the housing allocation level [for potential tenants],” he added. Mr. Grimes agreed a “pre-emptive approach” is needed to tackle anti-social
behaviour. He said: “In terms of [housing] allocations, I can assure everybody that we utilise every aspect of information we have in determining whether an allocation can be made”. “We consult with the Gardaí as to whether potential tenants have a criminal record,” Mr. Grimes pointed out. FIGURES According to figures presented to the JPC meeting, Waterford Council received a total of 249 anti-social behaviour complaints in 2018 - an increase of 100 complaints on the 2017 figure of 149. In a breakdown of the 2018 figures, the largest number of complaints were in relation to violence / harassment / intimidation - 76 complaints; while there were 59 complaints in relation to noise / general disturbance; 39 were in relation to other tenancy breaches, including animal nuisance; and 19 complaints were in relation to drugs. CONTACT THE COUNCIL Reports of anti-social behaviour can be made confidentially to the Council on 0761-10-20-20.
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Healthcare services are appealing for the cooperation of all concerned, as the ban is in place in the interest of residents care and a precaution to prevent infection to other staff and visitors. Dunabbey House regrets this inconvenience
but it is necessary at this time to prevent the spread of these illnesses to both residents and staff. Where appropriate, mobile phone contact between families has been advised as an alternative to visiting.
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greater D Council’s in their area. intimidation it’s mainly to a WATERFOR of anti-social on the ground,” Mr. Lyons told the Council’s Anti-Social Management The number in 2018 of Waterford new Estate to identify behaviour complaints on the the recent meetingJoint Policing Behaviour Unit. presence percent Team has helped “There is a stronger City and County’s anti-social increased by 40 our Estate Management and tackle more housing previous year - 249 anti-social on a daily 2018, Committee. Estate Management by in on the ground are trycomplaints in The new behaviour issues run- Team past year, behaviour with 149 complaints basis and we hit the ground estates over the compared in Team “has to Mr. and weekly up relationships objective of in 2017 - but the increase literally,” according ing to build with the main to the ning, probwas attributed within estates. Lyons. more that many of getting to potential spiral complaints ground by the “We are getting He pointed out they and work on the Estate behaviour com- engagement with people lems early before new the anti-social conwrites Paul Council’s are getting more the Team for their plaints the Estate Management out of control, Management on are people to approach are picking up Mooney. Chief Team which can fidence force which early interventions. Lyons, Derek acknowTechnician, Housing, increase ledged the considerable combehaviour in anti-social
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MARIE Crotty is greatest players renowned as one of the Waterford but ever to hail from County it ment in Ladies is her lifelong involveGaelic Football, a player and firstly as then her such a worthya volunteer that makes recipient of the Fame Award. Hall of Marie played with the great Ballymacarbry club where she ten All-Ireland claimed Senior Club Championship medals, including in-a-row, along seven with fourteen Championship Munster titles. She was committed to equally her beloved Waterford, winning five All-Ireland Senior medals, eight Munster Senior Championship, Junior All-Ireland one medal, and a Junior Championship Munster throughout a glittering career that also saw captain the county her team. Marie is also the proud holder conveted All of five Star Awards and she owns a unique place in to score a point history as the first lady registered the in Croke Park, when she opening score All-Ireland Junior of the 1986 Final. After retiring from her vast knowledge play, Marie has put and experience good use, as to a volunteer at all levels. She was manager of the Westmeath team in 1998, while Coralstown Club also coaching the appearance there.to a county final This, however, was not Marie’s foray into coaching, first as she coached Ballymacarbry the u-14 teams that successful in the 1987, 1988 were Community Games. and 1992 This was a remarkable achievement as Marie was living and working Dublin but she in still travelled up and down every weekend to Waterford. During her time in Dublin, Marie been in a position has county on many to assist her home occasions. (CONTINUED ON PAGE 4)
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Regretted passing of Mary Kyne IT is with great sadness and regret that we record the death of Mary Kyne, Davis Street, Dungarvan and formerly of T. J. Murphy Place, Abbeyside, which took place on Saturday last, 5th January. Mary had been active to the very end in her favourite games of golf and bridge, as well as her social and spiritual life which she greatly valued as a Minister of the Word and Eucharist in both The Friary and St. Mary’s Churches. Mary, who reached the age of 82 last June, was daughter of the late Tom and Abbie Kyne, T. J. Murphy Place, Abbeyside. Tom represented Waterford as a TD from 1948 to 1977, with the exception of the period
between the 1969 and 1973 Elections. Mary was born on 18th June, 1936 and attended Abbeyside National School, gaining her Secondary Education at the Mercy Convent School, Dungarvan. In 1955, Mary joined the Medical Missionaries of Mary where she spent ten years during which she trained as a nurse. She spent several years in Nigeria, where her nursing skills were valued during the war there. Her exceptional service to the people of that disturbed country was recognised by the International Red Cross, with the presentation of a medal for her humanitarian work. In 1965, Mary returned to Dungarvan and nursed in
Ardkeen and Dungarvan Hospitals. Later, she spent some years in Brooklyn, where she resumed contact with her uncle, Michael Burke and family. She returned to Ireland in 1974 and joined the newly founded Dungarvan Crystal as an Industrial Nurse. Her nursing skills, medical knowledge and compassionate approach endeared her to the workforce during her near thirty years there. After her retirement Mary continued her service to the community through the Citizens Information Centre where she shared her knowledge and assisted people to access public services and pursue their entitlements. While continuing her service to her Christian obligations
and her Church, Mary also used her time for her beloved golf and bridge, as well as enjoying the company of many dear friends and treasured colleagues. Mary enjoyed lifelong friendships which she continued wherever she went. She was held in high esteem also by the wider public throughout her life and she will be dearly missed by those whose lives she touched in a positive manner, especially her friends, neighbours and many in the wider community. Yesterday (Tuesday) Mary was laid to rest in the family grave in St. Mary’s after Holy Mass and the Rites of the Church which she so faithfully served throughout her life.
Retro-fitting public lights with LEDs expected to cost €7m
AN ambitious programme to replace all public lighting in Waterford City and County with energy saving LED lights in 2019 is expected to cost in the region of €7m. The retro-fitting of public lighting with LEDs is part of a national programme to improve public lighting across the country and reduce overall energy consumption. Waterford Council has submitted a funding application to the Department of Communication, Climate Action and Environment for the project.
It is understood there could be anything up to 16,000 light fittings to replace across the city and county. LEDs (Light Emitting Diode) are energy efficient and last longer than conventional light bulbs. They produce a whiter light which allows for better identification of colours and makes it easier to identify people crossing the road. Chief Executive Officer of Waterford Council, Michael Walsh, told the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council that there will
be an application brought by the executive to the February or March Council meeting proposing to the borrow money needed to retro-fit the public lighting. He said every local authority will be taking similar action in each of the regions, and Waterford Council is partnering with other local authorities in the Southern Region to make a funding application via the Road Maintenance Office (RMO), with Cork County Council being the lead authority for the region. Mr. Walsh said the intention
was to start work towards the end of 2019. He explained the project would be self-financing and the energy savings would be significantly better than the actual repayment costs on any loan. “It will also ensure a far better level of service because the lifetime of the LED lights are about 15 years, whereas currently, bulbs have to be replaced on standard lighting every four to five years. So, at any one time, in any one year, there’s 20 percent of bulbs failing and have to be replaced,” Mr. Walsh said.
TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE Meanwhile, Cllr. Adam Wyse told the Plenary meeting that it was “an absolute disgrace” that Ireland’s performance on climate action in response to global warming has, for the second year in a row, been labelled as the worst country in the EU, as well as the worst in the world. Ireland’s ranking follows a major international assessment the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) which concludes that existing climate mitigation efforts in
reducing carbon emissions “will not enable Ireland to achieve either its EU 2020 or 2030 targets”. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin replied that Waterford Council has an obligation to prepare, draft and adopt a climate adaptation strategy by next September. Mr. Galvin said he expected a draft strategy by Spring, which will then be developed over the Summer and then presented to Councillors in September for consideration.
Homeless crisis ‘a sad indictment’ of Government THE number of people classed as homeless and those who are in emergency accommodation “is a sad indictment” for the government “that we can’t make any inroads on the homeless situation nationally”, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan told the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. She was responding to figures in the monthly management report which revealed that there were 135 people in emergency accommodation (up to 23rd November), while there were 17 adults on the waiting list for emergency accommodation in Waterford.
She asked how long do people have to remain in emergency accommodation and if the 17 adults on the waiting list are “walking the streets as we speak?” Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, said the 135 people in emergency accommodation relates to those people and families who are residing in either hostels, women’s shelters, or emergency B&B accommodation. In relation to the 17 people on the waiting list, he said that while he didn’t have exact information in relation to where they are staying, from experience, it’s usually they are staying with friends
or family, but deemed eligible for homeless services. Cllr.Whelan also asked if the Council had information on the ‘hidden homeless’ - those people who are living on other’s generosity by sleeping on couches and living room floors. Mr. Grimes replied that he didn’t have information on the level of ‘hidden homeless’ and said there were people who haven’t come to the Council yet seeking homeless services. He pointed out that the Council is operating its cold weather initiative, which is open seven nights a week.
“People who are unable to access homeless services in hostels can avail of the cold weather initiative, provided they register with our homeless officer,” Mr. Grimes said. VALUE FOR MONEY ASSESSMENT Meanwhile, Waterford Council is due to carry out a value for money assessment on 40 housing units in Fairview Park, Waterford, which are being proposed to be sold to Circle – an approved housing body. Cllr. Jason Murphy raised the matter, seeking an update.
Mr. Grimes said the housing units are proposed turnkey developments and while the Council is yet to receive a formal submission from Circle, he was aware of an agreement in principle between the developer and Circle. “When we receive their submission we’ll carry out a value for money assessment on the project and if it does represent good value for money, we’ll be indicating to the Department that we will be supportive of the project and recommend approval” Mr. Grimes said.
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Council calls on Harris and Varadkar to respond in detail to demands of ‘Standing4Women’ campaign WATERFORD Council is calling on Health Minister, Simon Harris and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to respond in detail to the demands of the Standing4Women campaign. A Notice of Motion on the matter was proposed at the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council by Cllr. Lola O’Sullivan, who said the demands of the campaign include: Legislation and policy on mandatory open disclosure independent of the patient safety bill; a provision of a start and end date and full disclosure on the 1,800 smears yet to be audited; and a breakdown of the new packages being negotiated by laboratories carrying out smear
slide analysis including mandatory site audits. “This motion speaks for itself. We all have a mothers and / or sister(s),” Cllr. O’Sullivan said, seeking the full support of her Council colleagues. Cllr. O’Sullivan said she had the honour of being present at WIT recently during the conferring of Vicky Phelan and heard her speak of the effects of her journey with cervical cancer. The motion was seconded by Cllr. Joe Kelly and was unanimously supported by the Council.
Council working ‘behind the scenes’ to try and attract more retailers COUNCILLORS have been assured that the Council Executive are working behind the scenes in conjunction with other stakeholders to try and attract more retailers into Waterford City. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan asked if the Council would consider putting together a new retail strategy
for Waterford City and County. At the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Director of Services, Michael Quinn replied there is a retail strategy included in the County Development Plan, which is about to be reviewed in the coming weeks. Mr. Quinn said he didn’t
believe a review of the retail strategy would address some of the problems in retail as it tends to be more policy based in regards to quantum of retail, where retail should be located, etc. “We will be engaging with a number of people, including Retail Excellence Ireland, to try
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Government move on single use plastic falls short of Waterford’s commitment – McGuinness Pictured at a recent club night out of the West Waterford Dancers, a cheque of monies raised during a charity dance is presented to Paula French, Director of Nursing at Dungarvan Community Hospital. Presenting the cheque is Todge Twomey, Charity Dance Organiser and Margaret Fitzgerald, Dance Instructor.
Is your life consumed by worry and are you caring too much? IF you are constantly helping other people and worrying about them, you may be draining your life’s energy! Most of us have been brought up to care for others, be kind, put everyone else before ourselves and if we don’t do this we were told we were selfish. We can suffer from guilt and a rollercoaster of emotions if we are not killing ourselves caring for everyone. If we keep this up we can experience anxiety attacks, lack of sleep, total exhaustion and sensory overload. As we are just after Christmas with whole families home, more people to look after and care for, or if we are on our own, the Winter can bring up feelings of low mood and lack of self care. We need to become aware of burnout, which mostly happens to people who are caring too much. If you find yourself worn out, off form, exhausted, no motivation, constantly worried for others, too empathetic, you will become drained. We need to put ourselves in the picture. Self care is essential, as without it we will become unwell and depressed. We all have experienced worry about other people, family, etc., but when your life revolves around someone else’s wellbeing totally, it is inevitable to be drained. We need to learn to take care of ourselves, it is a number one priority. We need to make time for ourselves, do something nice every single day. We need to learn to give support to others, without giving away all our life force. We need to stop worrying about how a problem is going to work out for others, we
JOSEPHINE RYAN must not try to force a result or put everything we have into helping others. We need to stand back after a reasonable help and let that person take resonsibility to work out their own life at their own pace. It’s so important to let go and trust that we are all being guided. If we do this, we don’t feel like we have to control or try and fix someone. Give help and support and stand back. In this way we are practicing self care, we are also being compassionate and caring to ourselves. This is the essence of our mental and emotional wellbeing. If we don’t rest well, eat well, exercise reasonably well and care for ourselves, we can spiral into depression, be exhausted all the time, be sad and weepy, have a low self image, feel useless and look for approval from others all the time to give us self worth. If you feel like this and you are in a caring profession, or care for family and friends at home or if you drop everything to race off to help people or worry constantly. STOP and look at what you are doing to yourself. We can often feel like we can fix everyone and every-
thing (especially women), we can’t say “NO.” We don’t want to let anyone down. After the madness of Christmas, we need to revaluate our lives and see how we can improve our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and now we can do this. Slow down and look at how you care for yourself. – Are you resting well? – Have you time every single day for yourself? – Do you do something you like, very often? – Do you get fresh air and gentle exercise? – Are you surrounded by positive people and environment? – Are you eating well, good, simple food? – Stop running after others! Awareness is the key change to alleviate or to prevent fatigue and depression. “We all need to look after ourselves. If we don’t care for ourselves first, we can’t be well balanced and content.” The golden rule is “Self care is essential.” We have to work at self care, taking responsibility for our wellbeing. Our life depends on this. It’s our job to look after our physical, mental and emotional health. Happy New Year! Reflexology is an excellent way to balance your health and wellbeing. Josephine Ryan is a registered Reflexologist with 28 years experience in Clonmel. Now working in Dungarvan Healing and Osteopathic Clinic, Youghal Road, Dungarvan. For appointment ring (086) 3887888. Josephine also does Healing Massage and Indian Head Massage.
SINN Féin area representative Conor D. McGuinness said that the recently announced move by Government to remove single use plastics from the state procurement system is to be welcomed, however it does not go far enough and falls fall short of the position adopted by Waterford City and County Council last year. Conor D. McGuinness said: “While the proposals announced by the Minister in relation to single use plastics are a step in the right direction, the Government is seriously behind the curve when it comes to the fight against plastic pollution. “Waterford City and County Council led the way last year in adopting a five point plan to address the amount of plastic waste created here. The Government will effectively only sign up to just one of these points, and that’s just not good enough. “Ireland is ranked the second worst in Europe when it comes
to environmental protection. There is so much the Government could be doing to address this shameful situation and to contribute to reducing pollution and fighting climate change. One million plastic drink bottles are used every minute world-wide and only 10% of these are recycled. Ireland has he second highest plastic bottle consumption in the EU, around 155 bottles per person per year “Sinn Féin published the Waste Reduction Bill in 2017, which would introduce a deposit return scheme for drinks bottles and cans as well as increased penalties for illegal dumping, attracting support from other parties and independents. “Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil have sought to frustrate the bill at every opportunity and it remains at second stage in the Dáil. Deposit refund schemes operate efficiently and effectively across Europe and the Scottish Government has recently
signaled its intention to introduce one. “Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil need to account for their failure to take decisive action on plastic pollution and catch up with the initiatives being taken by local authorities and private citizens alike.”
Sinn Féin Area Representative Conor D. McGuinness.
Approval for six additional classrooms at St. Declan’s Community College MARY Butler TD has welcomed the news that St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas. has received approval to build six new classrooms following representation she made to the Minister for Education Joe McHugh. Four mainstream classrooms will be provided to replace existing prefabs along with one Technology room and one Technology Prep room. ‘This school plays a hugely important role in county Waterford, with a huge catchment area. The news of six new classrooms is an important boost to a growing school. St. Declan’s Community College is a growing school in the heart of County Waterford and has been relying on some prefabs to meet the need of its student population with over fifteen years. In recent years the numbers of students attending the school has steadily increased. In the school year 2017/2018 the school had a student population of 661.The school has continued to punch above its weight in
sporting, artistic, scientific and academic achievement. The granting of six new classrooms only serves to help the delivery of excellent quality education in County Waterford.’
Mary Butler, T.D.
Ms. Mary Butler Dáil Éireann Leinster House Kildare Street, Dublin 2 December 2018 Dear Mary, I refer to your representation on behlf of St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford. I wish to advice you that my Department received an application under Additional School Accommodation from Waterford/Wexford ETB on behalf of the school. In this regard, approval was recently granted to build six mainstream classrooms, four of which are replacing existing prefabs and one Technology Room with Technology Prep Room. As an interim solution approval was also granted for the provision of two temporary classrooms in advance of the delivery of the building project which facilitated the remaining children on the school waiting list. Your sincerely, JOE McHUGH T.D. Minister for Education and Skills
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Coastguard Officer finds snake on Youghal Beach By Christy Parker A YOUGHAL Coastguard Officer made an unusual discovery when walking on Youghal boardwalk last week. Officer-in Command Michael Lee had strolled about half the length of the 450 metre structure at Claycastle, at about 2.00 p.m. when he noticed a snake on the sand. The creature measured about 1.5 metres (4.5 ft.) and was “the last thing I expected to find!”, he recalls, with some understatement. On first impressions the Officer, who hails from Youghal, was unsure whether the creature was alive or dead. In any case he immediately slipped into his professional mode and contacted the Marine Co-ordinating Centre in Dublin (MRCC), the governing body for all Coastguard-related situations. Apparently there is nothing in the MRCC handbook about snakes on beaches and after some discussion it was decided that
Michael would alert the County Council.That agency is probably more experienced at dealing with slippery customers anyway. By then Michael had established that the snake was deceased, through the scientific process of prodding it with a stick! As fate and St. Patrick would have it, two Council workers were clearing the eastern approach to the boardwalk of gravel and debris deposited by high tides. The snake was soon bagged and the body transported to the Council depot on the Mill Road. S-S-S-S-S-SOCIAL MEDIA Michael posted the finding, with a picture of the snake on social media, though neglecting to state it was dead. Unsurprisingly it captured the attention of tabloid news rooms throughout the country, who basically replicated the Facebook material. The photo also sparked speculation as to whether the snake was a (non-venomous)
California kingsnake or a (venomous) turtle-headed sea snake. It turned out to be the non-venomous option. California kingsnakes, which can still administer a considerable bite, are native to the US west coast and Mexico. They make popular pets apparently, due to being easy to maintain, of attractive appearance and quite docile. MYSTERY Why the creature came to be on the beach remains a mystery. Michael noted it didn’t display water depreciation and so was unlikely to have been washed ashore. “The more obvious conclusion is that it was dumped on or near the beach shortly before, or soon after, it died”, he surmises. The popular theory is that it was purchased from a pet shop or dealer, perhaps for Christmas. One local retailer said it had not been purchased from their premises but there are several outlets for such pets nowadays. Alternatively, it may have escaped from its owner and
California kingsnake on Youghal beach.
found its own way to the beach where, unsuited to cold weather, it expired. Michael logged the find officially with the MRCC as a Coastguard–related issue. “It is normal practice that any animal found on a public beach is registered and if thought necessary
[Michael Lee, Youghal Coastguard]
investigated for disease and so on”, he explains. UNIVERSITY CALL A spokeswoman for Cork County Council said the snake was “initially presumed to be a turtle-headed sea snake”, which have similar markings. “UCC were contacted to see if they
were interested in the carcass for research”, she elaborated. However, as the reptile was later identified as a Californian kingsnake it was of “no research interest”, she stated, adding that it would consequently “be disposed of.” All that’s needed now is for someone to find a ladder....
Lidl Ireland 2018 IMPACT Report highlights retailer’s significant contribution to County Waterford Over €5 million of agri-food produce sourced from Waterford-based suppliers, over €23,000 support for Jigsaw and other local charities and community groups LIDL Ireland has, launched its 2018 IMPACT report, a major study of the positive impact Lidl is having on the communities it serves throughout Ireland. The study, which follows an economic report commissioned in recent years to quantify the contribution Lidl makes to the Irish economy, goes beyond the economic statistics to identify the additional impact Lidl is having locally in the context of its commitment to its Corporate Social Responsibility programme, A Better Tomorrow. Among the key findings in the Lidl Ireland 2018 IMPACT
Report for County Waterford are: • Over €5 million of agri-food produce sourced from Waterfordbased suppliers • Over 70 people employed directly in Lidl’s four Waterford stores • Over 9,000 meals donated through a nationwide initiative with FoodCloud to distribute surplus food to worthwhile causes that would otherwise go to waste • Four charities and community groups working with Lidl and FoodCloud were supported in the county, benefiting from
€12,500 in-kind donations to FoodCloud • €11,000 raised for Jigsaw, Lidl’s charity partner, which provides mental health support to young people • Five local Ladies Gaelic Football clubs benefiting from jerseys or other equipment under the Ladies Gaelic Football partnership Lidl’s work with FoodCloud goes beyond the donation of meals and in-kind donations as it has reduced over 4,000 kilos of food that otherwise would have been diverted to landfill which has an additional benefit to the
environment of saving over 13,000 kilos in CO2 emissions. Commenting on the study JP Scally, Managing Director, Lidl Ireland said: “In recent years we commissioned an independent economic report to assess the contribution Lidl had made to Ireland’s economy which found that Lidl supports thousands of indirect jobs throughout Ireland in the agri-food sector based on the €700m food and drink we purchase every year from hundreds of Irish suppliers. However, we believe our contribution goes much deeper than that in the impact it has on
communities – everything from our sustainable energy initiatives to the money raised for local good causes and from the benefits of the Jigsaw and LGFA partnerships to the number of meals donated to FoodCloud. This IMPACT report is a further initiative which highlights the ongoing contribution Lidl makes both large and small in every community where we operate. The individual efforts of our stores and teams across the country has made a real impact collectively with over 500,000 FoodCloud meals donated worth €700,000
and over €400,000 raised for Jigsaw nationwide.” Speaking about how Lidl’s commitment to the FoodCloud initiative is both avoiding food waste and supporting charities with food donations, Iseult Ward, co-founder and CEO of FoodCloud said: "In less than two years, Lidl Ireland has helped over 300 charities nationwide rescuing surplus food from stores that might otherwise have gone to waste.This food represents the equivalent of over €1 million in savings to the charity sector nationwide which is an incredible achievement.”
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Work of volunteers at sporting clubs praised by Sport Ireland CEO SPORTS clubs and various sporting activities would be ‘nowhere’ without the work and effort put in by volunteers, John Treacy, the Chief Executive Officer of Sport Ireland told a recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. Mr. Treacy, who is also a Villierstown native, was responding to comments made by Cllr. Joe Conway, who said the “real heroes” in sport are the thousands of volunteers who run their local clubs all year round, including in the depths of Winter, indoors / outdoors, with facilities / without facilities. “They are local heroes and deserve huge encouragement and endorsement,” Cllr. Conway said. Mr. Treacy agreed that sports “would be nowhere” without the effort of volunteers. “We value those volunteers and everyone in sport values them. I am meeting volunteers every day of the week,” he said. He said the Sports Partnerships, like Waterford Sports Partnership are there to help and support those volunteers. FUNDING Cllr. Joe Kelly said sport is a huge positive for people on every level including general health and
positive mental health. “Sport, in general, needs to be funded by government to the maximum that it can be. It is value for money and there are no downsides to it. If we could double the budget for sports it would be money well spent,” Cllr. Kelly said. Concurring, Cllr. Pat Nugent said there is “no such thing as a waste of money in sport”. Mr. Treacy said the Sports Capital Programme is operated by the Department of Sports and said while there is a political dimension to the funding, “I would defend it”. He said over the past ten years capital investment from the programme “has gone an awful long way in terms of where we were 20 years ago, compared with now - it’s like night and day”. Mr. Treacy said that 20 years ago, sports clubs around the country had poor facilities, “but that is no longer the case”. “We have good facilities right around the country, which is good because the money has come through the Department and is invested in the communities,” he said. Mr.Treacy said if there are any clubs struggling with application forms they can contact the Waterford Sports Partnership for
help. “Talk to the Sports Partnership and they will help and guide you through the application process,” Mr. Treacy said. AUDIT OF FACILITIES He pointed out that a Sport Policy paper launched by the government last year plans to have audits carried out of the sporting facilities available in each local authority area. “Obviously, the local authorities will play a key role in identifying facilities that are in place,” he said. DRUGS IN SPORT Both Cllr. Conway and Cllr. Jim Griffin raised the issue of the ever growing dangers of drugs in sport - with Cllr. Griffin referencing a recent programme on RTÉ which investigated drugs in sport, such as anabolic steroids and how easy it is to obtain them. “Some youths might think it’s the only way they can make it, to enhance themselves like that through the drug culture, but there is another way to be a champion,” Cllr. Griffin said. Mr. Treacy said drugs in sport is a “society issue”, as the use of steroids is about “looking good, and there is a lot of that going on”. He pointed out: “What we
really don’t know about yet, but I think we’ll find out fairly soon, are what the consequences for health are - whether it harms the liver or the kidneys or whatever”. “It is very easy to get these products.That is why we are saying our whole education programme in sport should be centred around our elite athletes to ensure they are guided and outline what they should or shouldn’t take. That information is there because we don’t want any of our athletes testing positive for steroids because they’ve taken the wrong thing - we don’t want anyone making mistakes like that,” Mr. Treacy said. He said Sport Ireland are constantly trying to ‘raise the bar’ internationally in relation to drugs in sport, “because we want everyone to have the same high standards we have here in Ireland - an anti-doping system worldwide is only as strong as the weakest link”. “We want every anti-doping system throughout the world to be strong and we want our authorities to stand up to those countries [which don’t adhere to a strong anti-doping policy] and make them accountable. This is important and we have been very vocal around that,” Mr. Treacy added.
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Our beautiful Irish IN a recent radio debate on RTE, a would-be intellectual asked during an outburst why we are still maintaining Irish as a subject, ‘a dead language which no one speaks’. Outside of the inaccuracies in his statement and the patent derision in his tone, his question is readily answerable by most of the population. While many Irish people may not be fluent in the Irish language and can barely muster their ‘cúpla focail’, there are very few who do not support the continued existence of An Gaeluinn’ in this country. Most Irish people, while they may look back on unhappy schooldays, will still want to have the language preserved for present and future generations. Thankfully, this is happening daily in our Gaeltachtaí where tradition is stronger than ever before and Irish is cherished for what it is, a beautiful, poetic, musical, classical language recognised as such in many places across the world. It is why the Summer courses in Coláiste na Rinne draw students of all ages from across the Globe, as far away as Japan in the East and Boston in the West. Outside of our Gaeltacht areas maintaining Irish as an everyday language, there are now many Gael-Scoileanna across the country, where Irish is the one and only language, turning out thousands of young, fluent Irish speakers each year. The enthusiasm by which they learn and the knowledge they will take with them into the future will be a solid ‘backstop’ for the language for many years to come. It is held in the highest academic circles that many Irish writers, Tadhg Gaelach O Suilleabháin included, produced poetry in the classical style as good as that of Greece or Rome. We should take heart and pride in that and support our language whenever and wherever possible, regardless of what agenda the cynics of radio or TV promote. ‘Tír gan teanga, tír gan anam’ was a motto coined at the beginning of the last century, though many Irish people realised many decades before, that a country without its language is a country without a soul. Let us resolve then that we all will do something, however small to further strengthen the preservation and spread of our native tongue. This may only be the
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Paying our Defence Forces INCORP. MUNSTER INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE Serving the community of County Waterford for over a century 1912–2018 regular use of everyday phrases and greetings, but will inspire some at least to acknowledge our beautiful language.
Independence Day or not? IT is now some time since the Centenary of the meeting of the First Dail and the commencement of the War of Independence, a date to be celebrated in less than two weeks time, was to be designated Independence Day. It would be entirely appropriate, public holiday or not, that we acknowledge the special significance of the 21st January, 1919. While Easter Monday might have been regarded as our Independence Day for generations, the significance of the January date cannot be played down. Holiday or not, there does not seem to be any plans, local or national, to celebrate the day in any significant fashion. While we seem to be content to mark the Easter Rising as the start of the final push for independence and self-determination, there is no doubt that the 21st January one hundred years ago was also a pivotal moment in the re-emergence of our nation. If there is no acknowledgement of this anniversary, then we will have lost an opportunity to honour those brave and selfless men and women who sacrificed much, sometimes their lives, to complete the task which was commenced in the much-celebrated 1916.
DOES the Taoiseach ever listen to what is going on in the world around him? Are the members of the Government so remote from reality that they do not know or recognise the awful conditions under which many people live? Are they aware of the lengthening of queues for essential medical treatment, or that the reality in emergency rooms is that a wait of twenty hours to be seen by a Doctor is now regarded as normal? It has been known for a long time, several years at least, that the pay of members of the Defence Forces is wholly inadequate on which to raise a family, or even live in single status. From a situation in other jurisdictions, especially the US where members of their armed forces are treated with the utmost respect, our authorities in Ireland are content to see the potential physical defenders of this country sleep in their cars because they cannot afford the price of fuel to commute from a distance. The Taoiseach is willing to accept that ‘low pay is an issue for the Defence Forces’, but uses all manner of arguments to avoid improving their conditions. Defining it as ‘a career choice that is always about more than money’. This week, the General Secretary of the Defence Forces representative organisation admitted that he would find it difficult to recommend a career in the services. The best that Mr. Varadkar could respond was that he was disappointed to hear that comment. Never was it clearer that the Ministers responsible for the various deficient departments, or the Cabinet at large, are totally remote from the reality of life for the less well off, working or not. Hundreds of thousands of workers have not had a payrise in almost a decade, while the members of the Oireachtas have already received a substantial increase in salary, in some cases larger than elderly pensioners receive annually. This is a bad example for the members of the public and is disappointing and disheartening for those on survival pay. The uniformed services in this country, Gardaí, Army and Medical have taken on a role which many of the public would not even consider. There is often risk to life, yet the men and women of the services respond willingly and promptly. They should all be paid accordingly.
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Waterford branch of Irish Red Cross seeking new premises
Great start to New Year for Waterford Museum of Treasures THE New Year got off to a wonderful start for Waterford Museum of Treasures when newly-weds Kathy and Patrick Macnamara marked for posterity their big day by gifting to the Museum the earliest known map of Waterford dated 1670. The map is very similar but not identical to the map dated to 1673 that was published in R. H. Ryland’s History of Waterford in 1824 for which the original is now lost or unknown. Director of Waterford Treasures Eamonn McEneaney stated “this most generous gift makes a fantastic addition to Waterford Treasures Museum’s collection of maps particularly as this map is so early and in such good condition. We are extremely indebted to Kathy and Patrick for their interest and pride in their native city”.
Eamonn McEneaney, Director, Waterford Treasures; Kathy MacNamara; Patrick MacNamara; and Dr. Chantelle MacNamara presenting the map dating to 1670 to Waterford Treasures. [Noel Browne]
A SENIOR Council official said he would be glad to meet with members of Irish Red Cross to address their accommodation needs. Cllr. Adam Wyse drew attention to the fact that Irish Red Cross are in need of new premises in Waterford City as their current lease expires in February. He said the branch has over 110 members and asked officials if they had a list of vacant buildings which might prove useful to the Waterford branch of Irish Red Cross. Concurring, Cllr. Cha O’Neill asked the Council to look into the matter, with a view to “sorting them out with some place”. Director of Services, Fearghal Reidy said officials are aware of the difficulties faced by community groups in regards to available property. “I would be glad to meet with them and the property section,” Mr. Reidy said. “I don’t know if there is a solution, but I’ll certainly investigate it.”
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restrain from the chair whatsoever.” Cllr. Conway, who said he has been involved in political representation for nearly 50 years, said the chairing of the oral hearing “on the day was the most gormless and ineffectual chairing of a public meeting that I’ve ever seen!” He said the allegations made at the meeting trounced the reputations of good people and good neighbours in Tramore. “It was absolutely scandalous, so much so, that I wrote to the Chief Officer of An Bord Pleanála and of course the response was a ‘circling of the wagons’ - that it was conducted to the highest standards!” Cllr. Conway said. In his letter, Cllr. Conway said the property owner was allowed to make her accusations “without challenge or restrain from the
chair” and the property owner “went on at length to obfuscate the issues with a litany of irrelevancies”, which ranged, he wrote, from the terminal illness of her spouse and her struggle to make ends meet, to Swiss clinics and bats in the attic of the house. “Not once was a stop put to this cant,” Cllr. Conway said. But in response, An Bord Pleanála wrote that it was “satisfied with the conduct of the oral hearing in this case”. A decision by the Board on the CPO is expected sometime later in the New Year. Meanwhile, Cllr. Conway told the Council meeting that he “endorses and applauds the ‘get tough’ policy of the Council” in relation to issuing CPOs to bring long-term vacant and idle houses back into the housing supply to be used for social housing.
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The Park Hotel Management Team pictured at the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase last weekend: L-R, David Joy, Operations Manager; Fiona Stevens, Conference & Banqueting Manager; Sandra Doran, Sous Chef; Roisin Jordan, Food & Beverage Manager; Declan Moriarty, General Manager; Rachel Kinsella, Sales & Marketing Manager; Pauric Scully, Head Chef, and Larry Bowe, Deputy General Manager. [Dan McGrath] Joseph Mannion, JM Woodwork and Fiona Stevens, Park Hotel Conference & Banqueting Manager, pictured at the Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]
Larry Bowe, Deputy General Manager; Marissa Tobin, Freedom Financial and Ger Magee, Enchanting Brides, pictured at the Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]
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Orla Dawson and Teresa Collins, Dungarvan Credit Union, pictured with Rachel Kinsella, Park Hotel Sales & Marketing Manager, pictured at the Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]
Christine Coughlan and Norma Coughlan, Cake Moms, pictured with Declan Moriarty, Park Hotel General Manager, at the Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]
Marcelle Crotty and Angela Drummy, Marcelle’s Beauty Rooms, pictured with Larry Bowe, Park Hotel Deputy General Manager, at the Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]
Nicola McArdle and Grace Byrne pictured at the Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]
Caoimhe Timmins performs on the Harp for the Park Hotel Wedding Showcase. [Dan McGrath]
Carmel Hurney, Wild at Heart-Village Flowers; Declan Moriarty, Park Hotel General Manager and Mary McGrath, Bridal Chair Covers, pictured at the Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]
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Councillors welcome Economic Support Grants for businesses FUNDING approved by Waterford Council for businesses under its Economic Support Grants scheme was widely welcomed at the recent Plenary meeting of the local authority. Since it began in 2013, the Economic Support Grant has seen at least 22 businesses from around the city and county successfully apply for funding under various headings (arts, crafts, artisan scheme; retail fit-out scheme; office refurbishment scheme; noncompeting grant scheme) with over €171,000 awarded. Due to the success of the scheme, it was agreed to extend the scheme up to 31st December, 2020, with Tramore included in the non-competing retail and commercial services, while all towns and villages are now included in the office refurbishment scheme.
Proposing the grant schemes, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said it was important that the Council operates such support schemes for businesses. “We all know how commercial rates are levied and we are very rigid in the way we levy them - so it’s important we would have these grant support incentives in place where we can actually give something back to the business community,” Cllr. Geoghegan said. “I think we should always be looking to expand the various different schemes we have in years to come. “This is our way of giving back to the business community, particularly the smaller retailers when they are starting off, which can be the most difficult time - fitting out and kitting out their premises.” Seconding the proposed grants, Cllr. Eddie
form of vouchers (valued at €15,000 each). While the funding was unanimously welcomed by Councillors, Cllr. Daniels wondered if communities or groups have to apply to the Council to get the funding? However, Director of Services Fearghal Reidy said the Council has been approved for four vouchers to provide free wifi across the
city and county and over the next few weeks, management would be looking at locations to provide the free wifi. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan paid tribute to the Council’s Broadband Officer, Jack Doyle and the Council’s IT team for their work in securing the EU funding.
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Mulligan, who is also chairperson of the Economic and Enterprise Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) said the grants were extensively discussed at an SPC meeting and included input from Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber and Waterford City Chamber, City Centre and Tramore Centre Management Groups. “These grants have been in place since 2013 and over the years they have evolved into what we have here now, which includes a combination of arts and crafts studios, arts and food grants, non-competing retail and commercial services, extended last year to include office refurbishment grants, and fitout grants. It’s great to see retailers who have availed of this grant and it certainly has improved and increased the offering in the city,” Cllr. Mulligan added.
Funding for free wifi welcomed by Councillors FUNDING of €60,000 made available to Waterford Council from the EU will help to create four free public wifi hotspots. Waterford Council was one of four local authorities in Ireland to receive the funding Cllr. Davy Daniels noted the funding at the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council which will come in the
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Council CEO optimistic that decision will be made soon on Waterford Airport proposal THE Chief Executive of Waterford Council, Michael Walsh is optimistic that a decision will be made early in the New Year in regards to the development of Waterford Airport and a proposal to extend the runway. He was responding to queries from Cllr. Eddie Mulligan and Cllr. Joe Kelly at the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. Cllr. Kelly said he welcomed the €5m funding application the Council submitted to the Department of Transport, which will have matching funding from private sources and €2m from the Council if the application is successful. He said the establishment of a flight school at Waterford Airport was a great step forward and pointed out how critical the reopening of the airport would be, particularly for many existing businesses in Waterford and in attracting businesses to the area. Cllr. Kelly noted:“We have all our pieces in place, now we just need the Government to step up”. It is understood that the airport development proposal is on Minister Shane Ross’ desk and it is up to him to bring it to Cabinet for approval or not. Mr.Walsh replied that the Council had to respond to some queries from the Department, which sought further information on a number of aspects of the proposed airport development. Mr.Walsh indicated that the information sought by the Department is currently being compiled and will be submitted to the Department of Transport. “Once that response goes into the Department we will be expecting a decision early in the New Year,” Mr. Walsh said.
EMERGENCY FUNDING Meanwhile, earlier in December, it was announced that Waterford Airport would receive emergency funding of €375,000 to assist with ongoing operational costs and day-to-day running. Waterford Airport is not eligible for operational funding as it has not had commercial flights since mid-2016. NEWFOUNDLAND Separately, Cllr. John Hearne asked the Council if it would lend its voice in calling for the restoration of direct flights between Dublin and St. Johns in Newfoundland. Canadian airline ‘Westjet’ announced last year that the service it provides will be discontinued from May, 2019. “Passengers won’t be able to fly direct to Newfoundland from Ireland and as a result will have to connect through Halifax, Nova Scotia,” Cllr. Hearne said. He pointed out the strong cultural links between Waterford and the South East and Newfoundland. “It is a shame we can’t keep that connection because we have historical and cultural connections,” Cllr. Hearne said. He asked the Council to write to the Minister and make an appeal to keep the connection open. Director of Services, Michael Quinn pointed out that the discontinuation of the direct flight service between Dublin, Ireland and St. John, Newfoundland is a commercial decision. “We would have no influence in relation to that,” Mr. Quinn said. “But we would have no difficulty raising the importance of it with the Department to see if there is any potential intervention they can make, but ultimately, it is a commercial decision,” Mr. Quinn added.
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Tributes paid to two retiring members of Council staff
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TRIBUTES were paid by Waterford Councillors to two members of Council staff who retired at the end of the year. At their recent Plenary meeting in City Hall, Waterford, Councillors paid tribute to James Forristal, Superintendent of City Hall, for his many years of service, who retired last December. They also paid tribute to Stephanie Walsh, Senior Staff Officer, Corporate Section, who also retired in December. Good wishes were extended to both staff members by Councillors, followed by a round of applause.
Council strives to ensure regional road network has sufficient cats eyes and road markings THERE is no absolute requirement to have any number of ‘cats eyes’ and road lining on regional roads, but Waterford Council said it strives to ensure much of the regional road network is covered with sufficient cats eyes and road markings. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan made a query at the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, asking if there was a protocol for regional roads to have a certain amount of road markings - yellow lines for the side of the road; white lines and cats eyes for the centre of the road. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin replied that there is no absolute requirement in regards to the number of cats eyes and road lines on regional or local roads. “We do generally strive, depending on the characteristics of the road, priority and volume of traffic, and condition of road, to put in yellow and white lines on much of our regional road network as we can,” Mr. Galvin said.
AS Elective Abortions became available in Ireland, Dungarvan Prolife held a White Cross Movement Memorial at dawn on New Year’s Day to remember the unborn children who will die from Elective Abortions. Dungarvan Prolife have collaborated with the White Cross Movement who advocate for the end of Elective abortions in Ireland. Dungarvan Town Park. 1916 Proclamation proclaims to “Cherish all the Children Equally.”
No explanation for delay in publishing report into Tenant Purchase Scheme review A REVIEW carried out on the Tenant Purchase Scheme - an initiative which allows Council tenants to buy their house – continues to sit on the Housing Minister’s desk with no update for local authorities operating the scheme. It is understood that the review of the scheme was previously carried out and the report is ready, but it still hasn’t
been published and has been sitting on Minister Eoghan Murphy’s desk since. Neither the minister, nor his department, have explained the delay in publishing the review. However, it should be noted that last Summer, a report on the future of Council houses, published by ‘Community Foundation for Ireland’, recommended that Tenant Purchase
Schemes should be suspended. At the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford Council, Cllr. John Pratt said it was his understanding that the review should have been carried out within 12 months of the TPS starting, “but we are now three years in and there’s still no update”. Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, said he understood the review has been completed but
there is no update in relation to it. “The minister is due to bring the outcome of the review to government for approval. I’ve no more information other than that,” Mr. Grimes said. Cllr. Pratt raised issues with the restrictions of the TPS, particularly with the ‘Part 5’ restriction - where the Council obtained the social house under
the Part 5 agreement with the developer, and council tenants who live in these houses cannot purchase them. Mr. Grimes said the Part 5 restriction is a nationwide rule and it wouldn’t be in the Council’s remit to make changes to that restriction. “Legislation would have to change for that restriction to be moved,” Mr. Grimes said.
Council is ‘Winter ready’ WATERFORD Council said they are ‘Winter ready’ for any type of weather which may come over the next three months or so. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan asked if the Council was ‘Winter ready’ for any extremes the weather may thrown at them? Director of Services, Fergus Galvin replied that the Winter Maintenance Plan is reviewed every September / October
and currently the Council “is at a good state of readiness”. “We are in a position where we reckon we can deal with any of the normal predictable type of Winter events over the next three months or so,” Mr. Galvin said. Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Ryan asked if the Council has taken back the out of hours telephone service. He noted that last year the Council’s out of hours emergency service was
operated by a call centre in Cork. “I had difficulties explaining places,” he said. “I was told [by call centre personnel] that one place was outside the county when in fact it was inside the county!” Mr. Galvin said the Council’s out of hours emergency call service is operated by Voxpro [call centre] in Cork, “which provides the same service for about half the local authorities across the country as well”.
He assured the call centre staff have been briefed and should have a reasonable awareness of the areas around County Waterford. He said there is obviously a large staff turnover in call centres, but generally, if someone has made an error and the information goes to the GSS or Engineer on duty, they will very quickly find their way around it and pass the call onto the relevant person.
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Online shopping and bad weather believed to have impacted trade in Dungarvan over Christmas INCREASE IN FOOTFALL AROUND TOWN BUT TRADE WAS ONLY ‘MILDLY UP’ WHILE there was an increase in footfall around Dungarvan in the six weeks leading up to Christmas, trade was only ‘mildly up’, which is believed to be due to impacts of ‘Black Friday’, online shopping and bad weather. While official figures are still being gathered and verified, Jenny Beresford, CEO of Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber, said that so far, footfall counters indicated that footfall in Dungarvan was up from midNovember right through to the end of December. “In fact, week 52 had the most footfall, demonstrating that the week between Christmas and New Year is the busiest for people walking about,” Ms. Beresford said. “This also corresponded with an increase in trade with cafés, bars and restaurants.” Ms. Beresford said retail trade “seems to be mildly up” overall in takings for December 2018, “but this was really affected by the impacts of Black Friday, online shopping and also the bad weather, which stalled some trading potential”. Ms. Beresford said the week before Christmas “is the golden one for retail yearon-year”. CHAMBER VOUCHERS Meanwhile, Ms. Beresford said the Chamber shopping vouchers “were at their most popular” this year, with over €450,000 purchased, according to initial figures.
The vouchers are available all year round and as well as employee bonuses, they also make popular wedding / birthday presents, gifts and prizes. Ms. Beresford said this was an extraordinary amount and demonstrates that the general public and employers are choosing to keep their local economy supported by buying Chamber shopping vouchers. “People have very much become aware of how beneficial these vouchers are to the community in addition to them being the perfect gift or bonus. They are being used in over 100 local businesses and can’t be used beyond Chamber members, therefore this money has to be spent in Dungarvan / West Waterford,” she said. In total, the Chamber shopping vouchers
have helped to retain over €2.7m in the local economy since the initiative began 12 years ago. DUNGARVAN AGLOW The popular ‘Dungarvan Aglow’ festival was deemed a huge success over Christmas, which helped to drive an increase in footfall figures around town and enhance the promotion and profile of Dungarvan. Targeting the ‘culturally curious’ and ‘romantic breakers’ in particular this year, Ms. Beresford said the affects of a national advertising campaign was very evident. “Dungarvan was a mini-break destination for many who took one, two, or three nights locally to enjoy the Christmas activities, the ambience and also the Greenway,” said Ms. Beresford. “Again, week 52 on the Waterford Greenway was a really busy one and certainly the amount of rental bikes, without question, demonstrated that it’s a year round activity which people can enjoy and an off-season destination,” she said. “Having services like Dungarvan Tourist Office, Waterford County Museum, bike rental facilities, accommodation offerings, coupled with fantastic cafes, bars and restaurants and complimented with a broad and quality range of retail - Dungarvan is becoming more and more popular as a destination year round and for many aspects,” Ms. Beresford added.
Reporter Damien Tiernan to step down as RTÉ’s South East Correspondent THE South East Correspondent for RTÉ, Damien Tiernan, announced last week that he is to leave the national broadcaster. The resignation of the stalwart and seasoned reporter who has worked for the station for 23 years, has shocked his colleagues in RTÉ and the media industry in general. Mr. Tiernan (48) announced his resignation on social media on 1st January, last, saying: “To Whom It Concerns: I am leaving RTÉ. I have been with the organisation 23 years. Thank you to everyone with whom I have worked, especially my colleagues in the South East. I wish you all the very best. I will be finishing the end of next week.Thank you and good luck, Damien.” Mr.Tiernan is due to finish up at the end of this week and his departure will be seen as a huge loss to the South East, as well as RTÉ. It is understood Mr. Tiernan accepted one of the packages as part of the exit scheme announced by the broadcaster in 2017.
then, including His social here in media accounts Dungarvan and were inundated West Waterford. with good He is a long wishes and time member of tributes from the National many of his Union of colleagues Jour nalists across the (NUJ) and country, as well served as as local and Chairperson of national politithe union’s Irish cians and the South East general viewbranch since ing public from 1999, making across the him one of the South East and Damien Tiernan. longest serving further afield. chairpersons of Mr. Tiernan began his career in journalism any union branch in the country. Mr.Tiernan also held the posiworking for the People Newspaper Group, writing for tion of Chairperson of the Irish titles such as the Wicklow People Executive Council of the NUJ and the New Ross Standard, for two years (2007-2009) helpbefore joining RTÉ in May, ing to co-ordinate union affairs 1995. He worked on the agricul- in Ireland. He has been involved in sport tural programme ‘Ear to the Ground’ before being appointed since his youth, having played for to the position of South East Bray Wanderers Youth Team Correspondent in December, (Wicklow), as well as Gaultier 1996, covering major breaking Junior Footballers (Dunmore news stories in the region since East); and later with Park
Rangers AFC (Faithlegg). Mr.Tiernan is also the author of two best selling books ‘Souls of the Sea’ - which covers the sinking of three fishing vessels off the South East coast - the Pere Charles, Honey Dew II and the Renegade and loss of seven lives in the tragic events which occurred in one week in January, 2007; and ‘The Ecstasy and the Agony - The real story behind Waterford Hurling’ about the highs and lows of a decade with the best team never to win an All-Ireland Hurling title. A native of Newtownmountkennedy in County Wicklow, Mr.Tiernan is a past pupil of Presentation College Bray and a graduate of University College Dublin, before going on to do journalism in Galway. Damien is the son of Anne and Seán, a Garda Sergeant at Newtownmountkennedy Garda Station for 25 years. He has four siblings, Michelle, Karen, Ronan and Anita. Damien lives in Passage East with his wife, Louise, a nurse, and their two children, Isobel and Sam.
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figures released by the Society of Irish Motoring Industry (SIMI) detailing new car registrations for 2018, with figures relating to Electric Vehicle sales of particular concern to Green Party Local Election Candidate in Tramore and Waterford City West, Marc Ó Cathasaigh: ‘SIMI’s statistics show that there has been an increase in EV sales from 2017, but they still only comprise fewer than 1 in
100 of new car registrations nationwide, or just less than 1%. Put that in context of the Government’s stated goal as far back as 2010 that 10% of the National Fleet would be electric by 2020, and you can see how far off target we are.’ The situation in Waterford is even more pronounced, with only 22 Electric Vehicles sold out of 3289 new cars registered last year.
Mr. Ó Cathasaigh believes that lack of charging infrastructure is the main factor holding back the adoption of electric cars: ‘Figures available on the SEAI website shows that electric cars can save 74% in transport costs over even a diesel engine. Added to the €5000 grant available along with free installation of a home charging point, and EVs should be an attractive option for new car buyers.
Waterford Council, to their credit, has made parking for electric cars free throughout the county. The main sticking point now is charging infrastructure. The entire county has only 15 charging points for EVs, with 6 in Waterford City, 3 in Tramore and only 2 in Dungarvan. Very few of these are ‘Fast Charge’ stations.’ ‘This is where Government investment can make a key
difference. To be confident to drive your electric car, you have to be have confidence that you’ll be able to recharge en route when necessary. With transport accounting for 21% of our emissions nationally and with EU fines looming, it’s past time for us to tackle this issue head on.’ SIMI’s report for 2018 shows that car sales in general fell by 4.4% last year, owing to difficult trading conditions.
2018 New Car Registrations finish 4.4% down OFFICIAL statistics released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) show that the total new car registrations for the year 2018 finished, at 125,557 4.4% down on 2017 (131,332). New Light Commercial Vehicle registrations (LCV) finished at 25,561, recording an increase of 5.55% for the year in 2018, while New Heavy Commercial Vehicle
registrations (HGV) 2,590 saw a slight decrease of 0.5% over the 12 months compared to 2017 (2,603). Imported Used Cars for the first time in history have reached 100,755 for 2018 an increase of 7.81% on 2017 (93,454). While Used Commercial Vehicle Imports decreased during 2018; LCV -2.9% and HGV down 0.5%. Other noteworthy stats show that new electric car
registrations for 2018 increased with 1,233 registered in comparison to 622 in 2017. The diesel and petrol market share have moved closer, with diesel in 2018 accounting for 54% and petrol (including Petrol Hybrid) 44%. Commenting on the figures SIMI Director General Designate, Brian Cooke said “Despite the strong economic performance of Ireland last year,
2018 proved very challenging for new car sales. The drop in new car registrations is largely a result of Brexit and the associated weakness of Sterling. This has led to a surge in used car imports over the last 2 years, and 2018 saw used imports surpass the 100,000 mark for the first time. The Motor Industry is however as always forward looking, and with the new 191 sales period now com-
and consider the real benefits of shopping in your local retailer, who not only provides value to the customer but also encourages economic Brian Cooke, activity Director General locally.” Designate SIMI.
mencing, January and the first quarter will be the key focus for dealers. In this context, the new car market is hugely competitive, with a wide choice of models and creative incentives, as well as the availability of a variety of financing options driving real value for new car customers. For consumers looking at the used car market, whether an Irish car or a used import, SIMI’s advice is to shop around
2018 another record low for road fatalities PROVISIONAL road collision statistics for 2018 show Ireland continued to improve its road safety performance by recording a 4% drop in road deaths, making it the safest year since road deaths were first recorded in 1959. Up to 3.00 p.m. on the 31st December, 2018 a total of 149 people lost their lives on Ireland’s roads as a result of 142 fatal crashes, compared to 156 lives lost in 141 fatal crashes in 2017. This represents 7 fewer fatalities or a 4% drop in deaths. The figures were published by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) today Monday, 31st December, 2018, following an analysis of fatal collision reports by An Garda Síochána. Commenting on the country’s road safety performance as 2018 draws to a close Mr. Shane Ross, Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport said; "Although the figures are marginally improved, they are not good enough. Speed continues to kill (130,000 drivers were detected committing speeding offences in 2018). Drink driving persists and unaccompanied learner drivers con-
tinue to break the law. Reckless road users cannot be allowed to ruin the lives of innocent others and their families. In 2019 the crusade to improve road safety and save lives will accelerate.” Ms. Liz O’Donnell, Chairperson of the RSA said, "2018 saw the introduction of very important road safety legislation. If motorists comply with these new provisions it will translate into lives saved and injuries prevented. Garda Roads Policing numbers increased in 2018, and there is a commitment from An Garda Síochána to further increase numbers in 2019 to meet original targets. This will mean that those who don’t comply with these new provsions and other road traffic laws can expect to be detected and face the consequences of their actions.” Ms. O’Donnell also called for funding to be provided to An Garda Síochána to enable the national roll out of new smartphone and in-vehicle technology, commonly referred to as the Garda Mobility Project, which allows individual gardai check the licence and insurance status
of drivers at the roadside. "This technology facilitates the identification of a range of offences at the road side, in particular disqualified drivers, unaccompanied learner drivers and those driving uninsured. The introduction of this mobile technology will revolutionise road traffic policing and needs to be given the highest priority in 2019.” Assistant Commissioner Dave Sheehan, Garda National Roads Policing Unit, An Garda Síochána said, "I want to take this opportunity to thank the majority of law abiding road users who acted responsibly in 2018 and to the road users who supported Garda initiatives such as our two Slow Down Days plus European Day Without a Road Death (project Edward).Your behaviour has saved lives and I want to acknowledge this. However, despite this there were drivers who refused to get the message and unfortunately learned the hard way. Over 130,000 drivers were detected committing speeding offences; almost 30,000 detected using a mobile while driving; almost 9,000 driving
under the influence of an intoxicant; and over 11,000 were detected for seatbelt offences. As garda numbers assigned to Road Policing Units in districts around the country increase in 2019 I can guarantee that people will see a greater garda presence on the roads. Whether there are any detections for traffic offences is entirely up to road users themselves.” Ms. Moyagh Murdock, Chief Executive, RSA said "I wish to acknowledge the efforts of the road using public in 2018. Your willingness to adopt good road safety habits, and support the introduction of life saving legislation has translated into lives saved.While one death is one too many the reduction in road deaths in 2018 is welcome. However, while deaths did drop, the number of actual fatal collisions was one more than last year. So the real difference between 2018 and 2017 is that in 2018 there were fewer fatal crashes that resulted in multiple fatalities. Of serious concern though is the number of pedestrian deaths that occurred in 2018. There was a
Road User Fatalities as of 15:00, Monday, 31st December, 2018* versus 2017 Road User Drivers Passengers Motorcyclists* Cyclists Pedestrians TOTAL
2017 65 26 20 14 31 156
2018 63 21 15 9 41 149
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*Note: the motorcyclist figure is inclusive of pillion passengers. 2017 and 2018 data is provisional and subject to change. 32% increase in pedestrian casualties (41) compared to 2017 (31). Closer examination of 2018 pedestrian casualties reveals that 54% (22) of deaths were of those aged 55 years or older. Pedestrian safety, particularly the safety of older persons, will therefore be a key priority for the RSA in 2019.” Concluding Ms. Murdock said, "Whilst the behaviour of the majority of road users has changed positively there are still other areas that remain a concern. These include the high failure rate for NCT, the large num-
ber of unaccompanied learner drivers taking to our roads, as well as distracted and impaired driving and in particular drug driving. We urge all road users to reflect on their behaviours and their responsibilities as road users. With the introduction of the new unaccompanied learner driver legislation, often referred to as the ‘Clancy Amendment’ we have taken on an additional 67 driver testers to deal with the increased demand for driving tests and to reduce the national average waiting time for a test to 10 weeks.”
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Dungarvan and West Waterford to feature on TV travel show
Whelan welcomes road works to tackle flooding in An Rinn Local Sinn Féin Councillor Siobhán Whelan has welcomed the work done by the Council on the road outside Meanscoil San Nicolas in an Rinn. The problem was brought to the notice of Cllr. Whelan by a daily user of this road. The road was flooding and pupils from the school had to wade through the water to get onto their school bus, which
was totally unacceptable. Cllr. Whelan is delighted that after bringing the issue to the area engineer Josephine McGrath it has now been rectified. Cllr. Whelan acknowledges the work done by the Council in trying to keep the roads free of flooding and encourages people to report any issues they may notice to her or directly to the Council.
The road outside Meánscoil San Nioclás.
Council tracking perpetrators over illegal roadside advertisements WATERFORD Council is “chasing” a number of perpetrators who have erected illegal roadside advertising signs near Dungarvan and Waterford City recently.
At the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Adam Wyse noted that there are still billboards displayed around the roads of Waterford City and County which are “out of date”, advertising museums which are no longer there, and
marathons which happened in 2013. He asked the Council review this matter asap. Director of Services, Michael Quinn revealed that the Council “has been chasing” a number of perpetrators in regards to a number of illegal advertise-
ment billboards in the vicinity of Dungarvan and Waterford City. “We are happy to do a more formal review of that to ensure anything being advertised is appropriate and to get something done about the out of date stuff,” Mr. Quinn said.
DUNGARVAN and West Waterford will feature in the first episode on the new series of ‘Getaway’, the TV programme about where to go and what to do on holiday. The show is presented by Tommy Bowe and Vogue Williams. While RTÉ has already broadcast the first episode featuring Dungarvan (last night, Tuesday, 8th January) there is a chance to see it again when BBC One Northern Ireland broadcasts it next Monday, 14th January, at 7.30 p.m. The footage was recorded back in September, and co-presenter, Joe Lindsay visits Dungarvan Farmers’ Market with local chef, Paul Flynn; and takes in the majestic Mahon Falls and the Magic Road. Vogue and Tommy also visit the city of Seattle, Washington State, USA in the first episode. The show should also be available to view on the RTÉ Player.
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Further Education ALTERNATIVE ROUTES TO COLLEGE NOW that schools are back after the Christmas break many Leaving Cert students are starting to think about their CAO options and how many points they will achieve. But the Leaving Cert is not the only way to apply through the CAO. You can also be a mature student and still apply thorough the CAO for a place on a degree course. OTHER OPTIONS There are other options to getting a third level place that do not require points from a Leaving Cert. Many universities have reserved places for students with QQI awards. Higher Education Links scheme (HELS) gives learners the opportunity to use level 5 or 6 major awards to apply through the CAO for a place at a University or Institute of Technology. This information is available on their websites. Instead of using their leaving cert results, students use the results from their level 5 QQI award. Many students gain the maximum 390 points. PREPARATION FOR THIRD LEVEL Many of the QQI modules use continuous assessment. Instead of relying on one exam at the end of the year, assignments or portfolios can make up most, if not all, of the marks for some modules. As there is the opportunity to receive feedback from the teachers it offers the chance to get up to 100% in the subject. Students also learn how to prepare assignments which is an essential skill not always taught on every degree course. EARLY COURSE OFFER Applicants using their QQI award for consideration for entry to certain courses may receive their offer of a place in early August. It is known as Round Zero and is usually a week before the Round One offers for applicants using their Leaving Certificate results. This week can be a great advantage when looking for student accomadation. PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES Many third level institutions have places reserved for anybody with a QQI qualification. Bachelor of Arts in UCC has 55 places reserved just for candidates with a full QQI award. Among the more varied options for progression include Applied Psychology in UCC or Dun Laoghaire, Health and Disability Studies in St Angela’s in Sligo or Community Development in CIT. RESERVED PLACES FOR CCN GRADUATES There is a direct link between Dungarvan College and WIT where they have reserved 10 places just for our graduates on their Bachelor of Arts Degree. Our fees are low at Dungarvan College which allows students to save money. Attending a course locally also means a saving on accommodation, parking and travel costs. All of this adds up to a year of saving to prepare for a three or four year degree. Follow us on facebook at Dungarvan College for the latest updates.
€17,000 Woodhouse Wind Farm Community Fund now open for applications WOODHOUSE Wind Farm near Aglish is pleased to announce the fifth round of its community fund. The fund, which is valued at €17,000 this year, opens today. Applications can be made online until Friday, 15th March at 5 pm via our website: http://www.windfarmcommunityfunds.ie/. Funding is available to support local organisations in the delivery community projects and initiatives which fall within one or more of our broad themes: • Education and Skills. • Health, Safety and Wellbeing. • Environment and Habitat Conservation. • Energy Efficiency and Sustainability. • Culture and Heritage. • Recreation, Sport and Social Inclusion. Since the launch in 2014, the fund has committed to investing nearly €75,000 in 16 community projects within the vicinity of the wind farm.
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Funding boost for local outdoor recreation projects THREE Waterford projects have today been awarded funding of almost €175,000 under Measure 2 of the 2018 Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme, local Minister of State John Halligan TD has confirmed. The recently re-opened Minaun & Whortle Walk at Waterford Estuary has been awarded €81,760 to upgrade the route and link the two walkways from Passage East and Cheekpoint; Tramore Nature Park has been awarded €64,900 to develop its walkway and bird-
watching facilities; and Nire Valley Walks at Ballymacarbry, Co Waterford has been awarded a further €27,503 for a walkway upgrade. The awards were announced this morning by Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development and Orla Carroll, Director of Strategic Development with Fáilte Ireland. The Scheme is part of the Government’s Action Plan for Rural Development and provides funding for the development of
new outdoor recreational infrastructure. It also supports the maintenance, enhancement and promotion of existing outdoor recreational infrastructure in Ireland. Minister Halligan said the funding would open up some of Waterford’s most scenic locations to walkers and praised local communities for their efforts in developing the amenities: “Great credit must go to the local communities around Cheekpoint, Passage East and Crooke for their hard work and
dedication in reinstating the Whortle Walk; and in Tramore for working to develop the reclaimed wetlands, which are a special area of conservation.Their efforts will significantly enhance facilities for the benefit of their communities and also attract visitors and boost Waterford’s recreational tourism offering. There was a huge level of interest across the country in this funding scheme and I am delighted that resources are to be provided to three such worthwhile local projects.”
Government housing and homeless plans not delivering for Waterford SINN Féin area representative Conor D. McGuinness has described November’s homeless figures, the most recently published statistics, as deeply worrying after the latest breakdown shows yet another significant increase in adult, child and family homelessness in the South East. Conor D. McGuinness said: “The November homeless report, published by the Department of Housing, shows that for the month of November there were 317 adults, 68 children and 33 families in emergency accommodation. A total of 9,968 people are homeless across the state. “All categories are up on previous figures, and the all-to-reg-
ular increases show that tinkering around the edges of the housing and homelessness crisis will not solve the problem. “Its important to point out that the published figures, shocking as they are, are a significant under-estimation of the true numbers of adults and children experiencing homelessness, as they exclude people in accommodation funded by other Government departments of wrongly removed from the figures earlier this year. “Homelessness is the sharp end of a multi-faceted housing crisis that is having a detrimental impact on individuals, families, our communities and the economy. A shortage of affordable
housing to buy or rent is driving up the cost of living, especially for young workers and those wishing to start a family. “Young people are bearing the brunt of the crisis in housing with the 15-44 age group being works affected by the failure of Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil to ensure an adequate supply of housing in the South East. “Sinn Féin has presented fullycosted immediate proposals to double the number of affordable rental and purchase properties and to deliver a minimum 10,000 public housing units per year. These initiatives would address the supply and demand imbalance that has put a secure home beyond the reach of so many
working people. The solutions are there, whats lacking is political will from the two conservative Government parties.”
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Mezze kicking off the year with esteemed McKennas’ Guides award MEZZE, the Middle Eastern foods company have started 2019 with a bang picking up the Megabites award of New Product of the Year from McKennas’ Guides for their range of spice mixes. The Tramore-based couple Dvir and Nicola, who set up their company in 2016 after moving from Israel to Nicola’s home county, were shocked and thrilled to hear the news. ‘I got a message from a friend on New Year’s Day to ask had I seen the McKennas Guides review on us. I hadn’t so quickly searched online and found we’d won the award. I then proceeded
to dance around my kitchen before I composed myself enough to tell Dvir!’ recalls Nicola on hearing the news. McKennas’ Guides awards are one of the most prestigious food awards in Ireland. The guide described their Middle Easterninspired spice mixes; baharat, dukkah and hawai’ij as ‘something else... Every lentil soup needs Hawa[i’i]j, a Yemeni spice mix. Every egg needs Dukkah. Every kebab needs to be rubbed with Baharat. The three little jars unlock the scents and subtleties of the Middle East like nothing else that you can buy. Inspired and, indeed, inspiring’.
Dvir notes ‘the McKennas’ Guides award is a further affirmation that we’re going in the right direction and it gives us the confidence to create, trial and release new products. I love that the food that I grew up with, the flavours and colours of the Middle East are being enjoyed by our customers’.
Mezze’s spice blends are available to buy from their stall at the Dungarvan farmers’ market, their online shop on their website and will be available soon from Ardkeen Quality Food Store and Seagull Bakery. Find out more about Mezze on their website and social media at: mideastmezze.
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Council to make contact with international company which plans to locate to Waterford WATERFORD Council said it will be making contact with an international company which aims to employ up to 1,500 locally. Cllr. Pat Nugent highlighted the “good news story” at the recent Plenary meeting of
Waterford City and County Council. Last December, the Woodbrook Group, which is headed up by Waterford native, Michael Doherty, announced that it is seeking to headquarter its Irish operation in Waterford
and they have plans to employ up to 1,500 people in the South East within the next four years. Cllr. Nugent welcomed the news and asked if the Council has been in contact with the company. Director of Services, Michael
Quinn, said there hasn’t been any direct engagement with the company yet. “We will certainly be making contact to see if there is anything we can do to help facilitate the investment in Waterford,” Mr. Quinn added.
Engineers happy with performance of new public lighting maintenance contractor WATERFORD Council is happy with the performance of the lighting contractor, Killaree Lighting Services Ltd. The Kilkenny-based company won the contract for public lighting maintenance in 2017, taking over from Airtricity.
Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan asked at the recent Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council if the engineers were happy with the level of service being provided by Killaree Lighting Services? Director of Services, Fergus
Galvin replied that the Council was happy with the performance of Killaree Lighting. He said a new ‘App’ called ‘Deadsure App’ made it easy for the public to report faulty public lighting. “It also allows us to track and
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Supreme Court refuses to order retrial THE Supreme Court has unanimously refused to order a retrial of former Deputy Mayor of Dungarvan, Fred Forsey junior, on corruption charges, after he won a Supreme Court order the previous month, quashing his conviction (by a four to one majority). Fred Forsey Junior (49) with an address at Coolagh Road, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, and a former Fine Gael Town Councillor on the now defunct Dungarvan Town Council, was convicted back in 2012 under the Prevention of Corruption Act in connection with receiving three corrupt payments totalling €80,000 from a property developer in 2006. Forsey denied the charges and claimed the payments were loans from the property developer. However, a jury at Waterford Circuit Court found him guilty in 2012 and he was sentenced to six years imprisonment, with the final two years suspended. Forsey has served the four years in jail. In July, 2013, a jury unanimously found the property developer, Michael Ryan, not guilty of making alleged corrupt payments to Mr. Forsey. An appeal to the Supreme Court in 2018 resulted in Forsey’s conviction being quashed by a four to one majority. DPP SEEKS RETRIAL The DPP then applied to the Supreme Court for a retrial, arguing that it was in the public interest, including retaining confidence in the
administration of justice, public officials, local government and the planning process. Noel Whelan, SC for the DPP acknowledged that if there was a retrial and a conviction, there was no prospect of Mr. Forsey serving any further time in prison. Remy Farrell SC for Mr. Forsey disputed there was “overwhelming” evidence against his client and argued his client had not only served his sentence (the longest ever imposed in the country for corruption), but had also endured the consequences of that, including the breakdown of his marriage dissected by the media. QUASHING OF CONVICTION Last November, four Supreme Court Judges approved the quashing of Forsey’s conviction (Justices: O’Malley; Finlay-Geoghegan; Dunne; and Clarke) The one dissenting judgement, by Mr. Justice John MacMenamin, said he considered the prosecution case was overwhelming and evidence from the defence regarding the alleged loans was discredited to such an extent that no jury could have concluded the accused was not guilty. “There is one simple, unavoidable, fact: that the appellant, Frederick Forsey, did receive €80,000 from a Michael Ryan to use his influence as a town councillor to advance a ‘rezoning’ project concerning Michael Ryan’s land, close to Dungarvan,” Mr. Justice MacMenamin said in his judgement.
Mr. Justice MacMenamin noted that the charges against Forsey concerned two separate, but connected projects - to influence Waterford County Council to rezone land belonging to Michael Ryan; and secondly, and alternatively, to induce members of Dungarvan Town Council to bring into its control the Ryan lands. Mr. Justice John MacMenamin said Forsey contended he had no corrupt intent in receiving the monies [from the property developer], but “that he received a total of €80,000 in three payments of €60,000, €10,000 and €10,000 was proved and not disputed”. “These were significant sums of money,” Mr. Justice John MacMenamin said. Mr. Justice MacMenamin noted that there was no evidence Mr. Ryan made any demands for the return of his loan, or received any payment. “The prosecution case also set out evidence which undermined the defence case that this money was a ‘loan’,” Mr. Justice MacMenamin said. “Mr. Forsey’s case was that the money was a loan which he intended to repay. That was his defence. At the end of the prosecution case, counsel did not make an application for a direction of no case to answer. “Both at his Garda interview and in his evidence, Mr. Forsey testified that when he received the loan from Michael Ryan, he intended to repay it by re-mortgaging the family home. The house was ultimately re-mort-
gaged with a prime lender in November, 2006, but Mr. Forsey did not repay anything to Mr. Ryan, of the €49,000 surplus obtained under the re-mortgage. In hindsight, it is unclear now, how even the €60,000 could have been repaid,” Mr. Justice MacMenamin said, noting that in fact, the evidence disclosed that the monies received from Mr. Ryan were spent on a holiday to Rome, the purchase of two cars including a second-hand Mercedes, the acquisition of new furniture, carpets and windows for the house and otherwise for living expenses. In relation to a ‘loan agreement’ which was purportedly dated 25th August, 2006, but was later found that the purported loan document had not been generated by a computer at a solicitors’ office until 9th January, 2007, Mr. Justice MacMenamin said the loan agreement did not include a provision for interest. “Counsel for the DPP submits that the defence was ‘torn to shreds’. It is hard to disagree,” said Mr. Justice MacMenamin. He said the defence case that the €80,000 was a loan was only sustainable if the jury accepted that these payments were indeed a loan and not a bribe. “This was not, in my view, a case where the jury could have had a doubt as to guilt. Once the loan defence was discredited, as it was, no jury could have reasonably reached the conclusion that Mr. Forsey was not guilty,” Mr. Justice MacMenamin said.
“I do not agree that a ‘fundamental injustice’ occurred, such that the convictions should now be quashed,” he added. However, Forsey won the appeal to have his convictions quashed by a majority of four Supreme Court judges. Ms. Justice Iseult O’Malley, who delivered the judgement, said the interpretation of Section 4 adopted in the case was contrary to legal authority, and as a result of a mutual legal error on the part of the defence, prosecution and trial judge, Mr. Forsey was subject to a trial process which breached his right to be presumed innocent. COURT REFUSES RETRIAL Last December, the Supreme Court unanimously refused to order the retrial of Mr. Forsey on corruption charges. The five judge court noted that Mr. Forsey has already served his entire sentence (imposed in 2012) and the benefit to the public interest of a retrial “is outweighed by the unfairness of putting him on trial again”. Ms. Justice O’Malley, who gave the ruling, said a person who has served their sentence “is entitled to feel any debt to society arising from his actions has already been paid and that he can attempt to rebuild his life without further engagement with the criminal courts” and the rehabilitative objective “should also, therefore, have been satisfied”.
Jury fails to reach verdict in defamation case THE Jury in a defamation case taken by a Waterford Senator against a Kilkenny newspaper, failed to reach a verdict. Fine Gael Senator Paudie Coffey (formerly a TD) took the case against ‘Iconic Newspapers Limited’ trading as ‘Kilkenny People’ in relation to an article published in January, 2016, which, Senator Coffey claimed resulted in him suffering damage to his reputation because of the publication of the article. The remarks in the article, based on a press release issued by Junior Minister, John Paul Phelan (also Fine Gael), but Senator Coffey did not sue Minister Phelan personally. Senator Coffey said during the trial that he was aware he had “put everything on the line” in taking the case against the Kilkenny People, but he wanted to “fight for my good name”. Senator Coffey told the trial that the article published in the Kilkenny People was a major contributory factor in him losing his Dáil seat in 2016. Initially it was envisaged that the trial would take three days, but it ended up lasting 13 days last November / December and could involve legal fees of up to €300,000 on each side. When the foreman of the jury said there was no prospect of reaching a majority verdict, Mr. Justice Bernard Barton said the consequence would be that the case would have to go before a new jury. It is understood that a retrial may now occur sometime in the Spring, with legal costs to be determined on the basis of its outcome - meaning the losing party (if a verdict is arrived at) would be faced with paying the full legal costs of both High Court hearings.
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Pictured at the Cullen Allen lunch with Waterford and Dungarvan Chamber of Commerce & the Dungarvan Local Enterprise Centre at Lawlors Hotel were Y. Dillon, Janos Bartos and Mary Beresford.
Pictured at the Cullen Allen lunch with Waterford and Dungarvan Chamber of Commerce & the Dungarvan Local Enterprise Centre at Lawlors Hotel were Cullen Allen with Jenny Beresford, Joe Roche and R. Walsh.
Pictured at the Cullen Allen lunch with Waterford and Dungarvan Chamber of Commerce & the Dungarvan Local Enterprise Centre at Lawlors Hotel were M. Moore, T. Grey and J. Shaw.
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Consultants appointed to draw up marketing and sales plan for Waterford THE appointment of tourism consultants to draw up a promotional marketing and sales plan for Waterford City and County was welcomed at the recent Plenary meeting of the local authority. Cllr. Joe Kelly said he welcomed the appointment of the consultants as Waterford has a very positive and strong tourism offering.
Director of Services, Michael Quinn said the tourism plan will be for three years. After that period, they will be able to include the development at the North Quays in any promotional material. “That’s the logic of the three year period,” Mr. Quinn said. He said he expected the consultants
report to be completed around February / early March. Cllr. Davy Daniels wanted to know how the consultants were appointed? Mr. Quinn said the specifications for consultants are published on the ‘eTenders’ website and any submissions are then adjudicated to identify best quality and competitive price.
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‘South East Broken Hearts’ March for 24/7 cardiac care on Saturday, 19th January, at 2.00 p.m. from The Glen, Waterford A PROTEST against the ongoing lack of 24/7 cardiac care is being organised for Saturday, 19th January, 2019, starting from The Glen, Waterford, at 2.00 p.m, to travel down Bridge Street, The Quay, and finishing at John Roberts Square. Cardiac Campaign groups HEFSE, 24/7 Cardiac Care for the South East and the South East Patient Advocacy Group (SEPAG) together with Waterford Council of Trade Unions are calling on all citizens in the south east to once again put their "Feet on the Street" in support of the ongoing campaign to deliver a comprehensive 24/7 cardiac care
service at UHW and health equality for the South East region. Discrimination continues for those accessing cardiac health services in the South East region. In 6 years and 2 Government administrations nothing has changed beyond delivery of an additional Cath Lab to Dublin to bring their total to 21 units while mandating the south east region continues to suffer single lab access and a 39 hrs per week service! Despite recent promises, no official order from the Department of Health, the Minister or the HSE has been made or enacted to increase cardiac access or implement 24/7 cardiac care at UHW. The recently published 2019-2020
HSE Capital Service Plan contains no budgetary provision for enhancement of cardiac services at University Hospital Waterford and neither is there provision in it to expand the services of the contract cath lab on-site at UHW to address the longest cardiac stenting list in the country! The "South East Broken Hearts" campaign is calling for the delivery of regional 24/7 cardiac care and the immediate ending of "patient abuse" where cardiac patients undergoing a diagnostic procedure in the contracted modular cath lab at UHW are being denied follow-on invasive therapy where disease is identified and treatable! We are asking for your sup-
port on January 19th to make Government hear our call! We also propose to take a clear message for health equality from the people of the south east to Dublin as a next step in March 2019! Join with us on the 19th of January and let those entrusted with the care and protection of our lives and those of our loved ones know that we as citizens of this region will not ‘stand down’ until an end to patient abuse and our right to equal healthcare and 24/7 cardiac care in this region has been delivered! We would ask people to please ‘Join us’ at The Glen on Saturday, 19th January, at 1.45 p.m. as the march is scheduled to begin at 2.00 p.m.
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MYHOME.IE Q4 PROPERTY REPORT 2018 IN ASSOCIATION WITH DAVY
Waterford property prices unchanged in past year • Property prices in the county fell back 2.9% from the previous quarter • Annual rate of inflation in 2018 was 6% • House prices set to increase by around 5% in 2019 if Brexit uncertainty resolved PROPERTY prices in Waterford have remained unchanged in the last year, according to the latest MyHome.ie Property Report in association with Davy. The report for Q4 2018 shows that the median asking price for a property in the county now stands at €170,000. While this was unchanged from this time last year, it was down 2.9% from €175,000 in the previous quarter. The stagnation in prices was reflected in the asking price for a 3-bed semi-detached house in the county, which fell back €1,000 or 0.6% to €168,000 in the last quarter but was up €1.8% from €165,000 this time last year. The asking price for a 4-bed semi-detached house in Waterford rose by 1.9% in the last quarter from €189,000 to €192,500.This contributed to an annual increase of 4.1% with prices for this house type €7,500 up on where they stood at the end of 2017 at €185,000. Prices for this house type are now at their highest level since they stood at €195,000 in Q3 2012. The number of properties for sale in Waterford on MyHome.ie fell 5.8% in the last quarter and were also down 6.4% on this time last year. The average time to go sale agreed on a property in the county now stands at four months. NATIONAL PICTURE House prices nationally are expected to rise by around 5% in 2019 after slowing sharply in Q3 and stabilising in the last quarter of 2018 according to the latest house price report from MyHome.ie. The report, which is published in association with Davy, predicts that robust demand and rising incomes will continue to push house prices higher once the uncertainty of Brexit has been resolved. While asking prices nationally fell back by 0.9% and were unchanged in Dublin in Q4 – as per normal seasonal trends - the annual rate of inflation nationally was 6.1% while it was 3% in Dublin. This means the median asking price for new sales nationally is €266K down €2K from the last quarter while the price in Dublin remains unchanged at €375K. Newly listed properties are seen as the most reliable indicator of future price movements. The author of the report, Conall MacCoille, Chief Economist at Davy, said the overall picture is that the recent slowdown has evened out, housing supply is
slowly picking up - even if it remains well short of demand - and liquidity is slowly improving off a low base. “Predictions that the Dublin market would contract have proved wide of the mark, perhaps because too much attention has been paid to more expensive property types and areas. Suggestions that the tightening of the Central Bank lending rules would cause the market to stagnate have also proved to be well wide of the mark.” “We estimate that the value of transactions in 2018 is up by almost 20% and will finish the year just below €18bn versus €14.9bn last year. This represents close to 5% growth in the number of sales.While the tightening of the CBI lending rules has been successful in taking some of the heat out of residential sales, one serious side effect is that this heat has been transferred to the rental market with rental inflation set to remain buoyant.” “Looking ahead to 2019, Irish banks will soon have fresh allocations of high loan-to-income (LTI) mortgage loans (exceeding the 3.5x multiple) to approve next year. While 2018 was associated with an adjustment to the tighter CBI lending rules and slowing house price inflation, we expect 2019 will see robust demand and rising household incomes continue to push prices higher – albeit at more moderate levels once the uncertainty of Brexit has been resolved.” The Managing Director of MyHome.ie Angela Keegan said she believes 2018 will be remembered as the year when the stock of both new builds and second-hand homes turned the corner. “There are over 21,700 homes listed for sale on MyHome.ie at the moment. While this is still far too low to meet demand, it is an increase of 15% on last year. In Dublin there are 5,000 homes listed for sale, up 44% on the 3,500 this time last year. “The underlying picture is that homebuilding is picking up. In total over the past 12 months planning permissions have been granted for 29,500 units – 70% higher than the current level of homebuilding. However, this is still short of the 35,000 we estimate is needed to meet demographic pressure.” “Meanwhile the average time to sale agreed remains relatively stable at four months nationally and three months in Dublin.” Full details of the report can be found at www.myhome.ie/reports
Government plans to ban single use plastics is another example of grandstanding on environmental issues: Greens THE Green Party is calling on the government to support a wider ban on single-use plastics which would have a substantially greater impact The party feel that this initiative to ban disposable plastic in government departments and agencies is designed to maximise media impact rather than real world impact – like much of the government’s empty rhetoric on climate change. The best way for the government to tackle the problem of plastic pollution would be to support the single-use
plastics ban which is contained in the Green Party’s Waste Reduction Bill. The Green Party bill is proposing a ban on single-use plastics and the introduction of a deposit and return scheme for bottles. These initiatives would substantially reduce some of the biggest offenders when it comes to plastic pollution. Senator Grace O’Sullivan, Green Party Waterford-based MEP candidate for Ireland South, said: “In so many ways this government initiative is long overdue. Of course
any movement in the right direction is welcome but this government level ban on single-use plastics is the lowest of the low hanging fruit. “To claim this an example of leadership is, by any standards, wrong. The government is massively behind the curve on plastic pollution and resource efficiency. When it comes to green procurement the EU advice on this was published over a decade ago, their own guidelines are four years old and when it comes to resource efficiency plans many, many Irish businesses have
been doing this for well over ten years. “But most importantly, we must point out that, the government are well behind the public on this.Very many people around Ireland are appalled by the growing plastic pollution problem. Take a walk on any beach and you will find unwanted plastic, look at the hedgerows on the way in and out of any town and you will find a shameful amount of plastic waste. “People have been fighting this through the emergence of zero waste
initiatives and clean-ups at local level through Tidy Towns, Coastwatch, and other groups. The government must acknowledge this growing concern and do more to stem this tide of pollution. “These proposals are weak. We are willing to collaborate, and the scale of crisis demands it, but we need much more ambition. “The easiest way to do this is to support the Green Party’s Waste Reduction Bill which, if made law, would have a real impact.”
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Action on Health needed to save lives says WCTU THE Waterford Council of Trade Unions has called on workers and their families to support a Protest March in Waterford on 19th January, 2019, to demonstrate the commitment of the community to the provision of a comprehensive Health Service, including 24/7 Cardiac Care in University Hospital Waterford. The announcement by Minister Simon Harris that some capital projects, including the €4.75 million approved by Government for the construction of a second Cath Lab at WUH, will have to be curtailed because of the cost overrun in the National Children’s Hospital, is a clear signal that our campaign for uninterrupted cardiac care for the South East is under threat. The best clinical advice is that persons who have a heart attack
need to have a full range of treatment within sixty minutes in order to ensure the best health outcome. No patient in the South East can get access to treatment in either Cork or Dublin within that time. The facility at UHW is unavailable at weekends and patients have suffered. It is estimated that about a half dozen heart patients per year have died in transit to Dublin or Cork from the South East. A mobile Cath Lab was brought to Waterford without the equipment or personnel to provide intervention cardiac treatment. It provides only a diagnostic service. The new Cath Lab, to be constructed above the existing Cardiology Department, will require the appointment of at
least one new Consultant Cardiologist, along with the equipment and ongoing budget to provide emergency intervention treatment to the population of the South East, within the internationally recognised time frame. WCTU is affiliated to the Still Waiting Health Campaign, which is a nationwide movement seeking vitally needed services throughout Ireland. The march is due to begin from The Glen in Waterford at 2.00 p.m. on 19th January, and the Council urges everyone to bring their flags, banners and placards along and to and join with us in sending an unanswerable message to the Government that we will not be denied the service that we need and deserve.
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Youghal darts team awaits world record attempt verdict By Christy Parker A TEAM of Youghal dart players are hoping to land a spot in the Guinness Book of Records following a marathon darts session in aid of charity. The eight players represent JD’s bar in South Main Street. The bar was the venue last Friday (January 4th) for a challenge that raised over €3,000 for Cork’s Marymount University Hospital and Hospice. The event saw the team endeavour to establish a world record for eight players throwing darts continuously for twelve hours.Their efforts came agonisingly close to reaching the 250,000 target score set for them by the Guinness Book authorities. The challenge was inspired by darts enthusiast Mick Holmes, a Macroom native whose fiancée Mags Horgan lives in Youghal. Seeking to raise funds for Marymount, last May Mick e-mailed the Guinness Book of Records asking how he might raise money for charity through
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There would be no coffee or rest breaks either! As the feat had never been tried before, it would be an attempt to establish a record rather than surpass one. RALLIED ROUND Friends and acquaintances assisted in acquiring sponsorship cards, shirts and collection buckets while local businesses donated over 30 prizes for a raffle. Mick – who did not personally participate in the marathonavailed of various contacts, including Tramore man Michael O’Sullivan, to acquire signed shirts & darts for an auction.They included items from 16 times world champion Phil Taylor, world number 32, Steve Lennon and world number 15 Mervyn King. The challenge began at 11.00 a.m. and the eight players were Anthony Russell, James Howes, Brendan Reilly, Kevin Shanahan, Alan Aherne, Alex Hickey Jason Barrett and Jonathan McCormack. Supporters and well-wishers dropped by through the day,
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including Alex Hickey’s eight year-old daughter Alanna, who had her hair cut by hairdresser Donna Savage.The locks went to the Rapunzel Foundation, which provides wigs for alopecia sufferers, while the sponsorship money she raised benefitted Marymount. The scores averaged in excess of 20,000 per hour, with the process filmed by local photographer Richard Lane for later verification by Guinness Book authorities. PAIN Most people would consider darts a less than strenuous activity but standing and throwing those little missiles repeatedly for twelve hours proved painful! “It’s my bloody back that hurts most”, Jason Barrett would reveal at the night’s end. “My arms, legs...”, winced another. Ultimately, the effort feel just short at a score of 245,444. “We were probably about a quarter an hour away from it!”, sighed Mick. Nonetheless, the footage has been sent to the Guinness Book of Records amidst hope that it will still be accepted into the record books. A decision is expected within weeks. Mick and the players also presented JD’s proprietors Colin and Marion Doyle with a framed and signed Marymount shirt to commemorate the occasion. “Whether they succeeded or not”, he summarised, “the big winner today was Marymount Hospice”, observed Mr. Doyle.
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THANK YOU Thank you to Christy and Helen O’Neill and family, Marine Bar, and to all my friends who came on 5th January to celebrate my birthday on ‘Little Christmas.’ It was a great and beautiful night, one that I will remember. Thank you all for all the lovely gifts that I received. Signed: Eileen Power, Old Parish.
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IN MEMORIAM KIRWAN (26th anniversary) – In loving memory of Robbie Kirwan, late of Kealfoun, Kilmacthomas, who died on 31st December, 1992.
BUCKLEY (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Helen Buckley, late of Church Street, Cappoquin, who died on 10th January, 2010. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 12th January, 2019, in John The Baptist Church, Affane, at 8.15 p.m. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. Will those who think of Helen today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Sadly missed by her loving husband Jimmy; sons, daughters and their families.
CASHMAN (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Margaret Cashman (nee Downey), late of Summerhill, Kinsalebeg, who died on 1st January, 2014. R.I.P. Mass offered. Words are few, But thoughts are deep, Memories of you, I will always keep. Oh for a touch of a vanished hand, And a voice that is still, As each day dawns and starts anew, And each day ends, I think of you. And in between, No matter where, In my heart, You are always there.
–Sadly missed by your husband John; sister-in-law Statia and family.
CLANCY (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Brigid Clancy, late of Sheskin, Stradbally, Co. Waterford, whose Anniversary occurs on 10th January. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in The Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, on Saturday, 26th January, at 7.30 p.m. Gone is the face so loving and kind, Beautiful are the memories you left behind, Gone is the heart so caring and true, There’s never a day we don’t think of you.
It was a sudden parting, Too bitter to forget, Those who loved you dearly, Are the ones who can’t forget. We often sit and think of you, And think of how you died, To think you could not say goodbye, Before you closed your eyes.
–Inserted by your sisters Rose and Teresa and families.
Will those who think of Dad today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Always remembered by your loving family.
–––––––––––––––––––– No length of time can take you away, Our thoughts of you from day to day, Time slips by and life goes on, But from our hearts you are never gone. And as each day dawns and starts anew, And as each day ends we think of you, And in between no matter where, Deep in our hearts you are always there.
–Always remembered and sadly missed by Eamonn, Elaine and Dylan.
–Mam; sisters Margaret and Frances; brothers-in-law John and Cathal; nephews Kyle and Evan and nieces Abbey and Libby.
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God called you name so softly, That only you could hear, And no one heard the footsteps, Of Angels drawing near. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You’re always close behind us, In everything we do, You were our greatest treasure, God’s gift to us was you.
FLYNN (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Catherine Flynn, late of Fox’s Castle, Kilmacthomas, who died on 14th January, 2010. MAM No matter how we spend our day, No matter what we do, No morning dawns, no evening falls, Without a thought of you, A heart of gold, a life so true. Also remembering our Dad at this time. Together forever, forgotten never, Both loved and missed always.
–Love Mary, Helen, Patricia, Regina, John, Pat, families and friends. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated at 9.00 a.m. in Faha Church on Sunday, 20th January, 2019. CUNNINGHAM (17th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear son, brother and uncle, John Cunningham, late of Abertagh, Clashmore, who died on 13th January, 2002. R.I.P.
KIELY (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of Matthew Kiely, late of Stradballymore, Stradbally, who died on 12th January, 2013. R.I.P.
MAHONY (30th anniversary) – In loving memory of my Dad, James Mahony, late of Carronbeg, Clashmore, who died on 22nd December, 1988. We think about you all the time, We talk about you too, We have such special memories, But we wish we still had you.
–Loved and always remembered by your loving sister Anne and Pakie and nieces Nadine, Aoibhe and Robyn.
–Your loving daughter Eileen, son-in-law John, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
MURRAY (15th anniversary) – In loving memory of Patsy Murray, late of Mweelnahorna, Ring, who died on 16th January, 2004.
O’BRIEN (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Kathleen O’Brien (nee Carlton), late of Grange, who passed away on 9th January, 2014.
–Sadly missed by your loving wife Cissie; sons David and Michael; daughters Marian and Caroline. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 12th January, 2019, in Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, at 7.30 p.m.
–Always remembered by your loving husband Dick and family.
We hold you close, Within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us, Throughout our lives, Until we meet again. So rest in peace dear John, And thanks for all you’ve done, We pray that God has given you, The crown you’ve truly won.
DOLAN (16th anniversary) – In loving memory of Linda Dolan who died on 16th January, 2003.
DUGGAN (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of Michael Duggan, late of 59 Mitchell Street, who died on 12th January, 2011. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, 22nd January, at 9.30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church.
If we could visit Heaven, On this special day, Maybe just for a moment, The pain would go away. We would put our arms around you Robbie, And say the words ‘we love you,’ Our life will never be the same again. Since that day we lost you, A silent grief that’s in our hearts, No human eye can trace, For many a broken heart is hidden, Behind a smiling face, No length of time will heal our grief, Our love for you is far too deep.
HENNEBRY (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of Richard Hennebry, late of Bellaheen, Lemybrien, whose 6th Anniversary occurred on 31st December, 2018. Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Always remembered, sadly missed by his loving wife Mary and all his family.
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KIRWAN (26th anniversary) – In loving memory of Robert (Bobby) Kirwan, late of Kealfoun, Kilmacthomas, who died on 31st December, 1992. A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest, It broke our hearts to see you go, God only takes the best. They say that memories are golden, Well maybe that is true, But we never wanted memories, We only wanted you. God saw you getting tired, When a cure was not to be, He closed His arms around you, And whispered come to me. Two tired eyes are sleeping, Two willing hands are still, The one who worked so hard for us, Is resting at God’s will. Others were taken, yes I know, But you were mine, I loved you so, A prayer, a tear, ’til the end of time, For a loving son, brother, I was proud to call mine. Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Always remembered, never forgotten, by your loving Mam and Dad; Tanya and Cameron; Sinead, Laurence and Jack; Jay, Fiona, Jenny and Emily; Alfie, Biddy-Ann, Dean, Jonathan and Jamie; Michael, Aisling, Jayden and Nevaeh; Julia, Owen, Ollie and Amelia; Kate, Martin and Mayson; Lenore and David; John and Mark.
We’ve shared the joy, We’ve shared the tears, We’ve shared each other, Through the years, Thank you for being, Such a special husband and father. Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
You can shed tears that she is gone, Or you can smile because she has lived, You can close your eyes and pray, That she will come back. Or you can open your eyes, And see all that she has left, Your heart can be empty, Because you can’t see her. Or you can be full of the love that you shared, You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday, You can remember her and only that she is gone, Or you can cherish her memory and let it live on, You can cry and close your mind, Be empty and turn you back, Or you can do what she would want: Smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
–Loved and remembered every day by your wife Mairead; sons Eoin, Daithi, Eanna and Colin; daughters Yvonne, Fiona, Orla and Aoife, and grandchildren at home and away.
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ROCHE (50th and 30th anniversaries) – In loving memory of Michael Roche, late of Knockalara, Cappoquin, and also Woodhouse, Aglish, and his daughter Breda Roche, late of Woodhouse and Knockalara, Aglish, whose 50th and 30th Anniversaries (respectively) occur at this time. Will those who think of them today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Always remembered by his daughter and her sister Mary.
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ORMOND (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of John (Sean) Ormond, late of Ballymacmague, who died on 4th January, 2014. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 10th February, 2019, at 10.00 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.
BYRNE – Birthday remembrance of our beloved daughter Amy, late of Coolnasmear, Dungarvan, whose 16th birthday occurs on 13th January.
PARTING We watched you close your eyes, We listened to every breath, We held on tightly to your hand, As you calmly welcomed death. We tried to wish you back to life, Afraid to let you go, We wanted you to breathe again, Oh how we loved you so! We didn’t know that we could cry, So many pitiful tears, Thinking of your smiling face, We’ve loved throughout the years. But somewhere in the hurt and pain, The love of God shines through, And helps us come to realise, We’ll one day be with you.
O’ROURKE (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Jimmy O’Rourke, late of Ballinaclash, Clashmore, who died on 17th January, 2017. Memories are special, They don’t fade away, We think of you always, Not just today.
–Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Breda and all his family and friends. Anniversary Mass for Jimmy will be celebrated in Clashmore Church on Sunday, 13th January, at 9.00 a.m.
Birthday wishes we send today, To a star in the sky, not far away, Engraved in gold on a cloud above, Just for you Amy, with all our love.
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PLANNING PERMISSION WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, William Kelly and Anne Wade, wish to apply to the above Authority for Planning Permission for the demolition and replacement of an existing 2-storey habitable dwelling and its replacement with a new twostorey and single-storey dwelling, within the same site, including also a replacement single-storey domestic garage, new waste water treatment system, upgrading of existing entrance and all associated site works, at Glendalligan, Leamybrien, 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 – I, Raymond O’Brien, intend to apply for retention permission and permission to retain indefinitely escape door from existing building, steel door to gas storage area and ope for external extraction ventilation system to Cox’s Lane. Permission is sought to provide a concrete reveal to escape door and to provide an external extraction ventilation system to Cox’s Lane. This building comes within an Architectural Conservation Area at Anchor Bar Public House, Davitt’s Quay, 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.
–Always in our hearts, love Mammy, Daddy, Thomas and Micheál.
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–Always remembered by your wife Moira; daughter Gillian; sons John and Pat.
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Melleray Road, Cappoquin Acknowledgement and First Anniversary On the First Anniversary of the death of Jim Fitzgerald, his wife Hannah and family would like to express their sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with them on their sad loss. Thanks to those who telephoned, sent Mass cards, letters of condolence and all those who attended the removal and funeral. We would like to thank our neighbours and friends for all their help. We thank Fr. Arthure and Fr. Gear. Also Dr. Murphy and thanks to Aidan and Marie Walsh and staff for being so helpful. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all in grateful appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Jim will be offered on Saturday evening, 12th January, 2019, at 7.30 p.m. in Cappoquin Church.
† MARY FLYNN Faha, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford Died: 9th January, 2018 First Anniversary and Acknowledgement On the occasion of the First Anniversary of Mary’s death, her family would like to express their sincere and heartfelt thanks to all those who supported them on their sad loss. Thanks to all who sympathised, sent Mass cards, letters of condolences and those who travelled long distances to attend the removal and funeral. Thanks to all her wonderful neighbours and friends who were there for Mary throughout her life and were a great support to her family at this difficult time. A special word of thanks to all the staff of CareChoice Nursing Home for the love and care shown to Mary during her time there. Thank you to Fr. Condon, P.P.; Fr. Enright, Fr. Byrne and Fr. Walsh for their spiritual support and meaningful celebrations of Mary’s Funeral Rosary and Mass and to Dina Walsh for her beautiful music and singing. Thank you to Drohan’s Funeral Directors for their professional, courtesy and support in carrying out Mary’s funeral arrangements. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement is accepted as a token of our sincerest and deepest appreciation. First Anniversary Mass for Mary will be celebrated in Faha Church on Sunday, 13th January, at 9.00 a.m.
Ballyvooney, Stradbally Who died on 8th December, 2018 The family of the late Darrell – parents Paul and Michelle; sisters Dannielle, Alannah, Kaitlyn and Alanna; brother Jamie; grandparents Jimmy and Chrissy Hurley, Dolores and Brian Swift; partner Chantelle McGrath; aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family and friends – would like to thank most sincerely all of those who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement; to all those who attended the Wake at Darrell’s house in Ballyvooney and to all those who attended the Requiem Mass. To everyone who has sent Mass cards, floral tributes and to everyone who has supported us at this incredibly difficult time, we are truly grateful. A special thanks to Fr. Condon and Fr. Enright who made the Service very special for us. David Kiely, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan, for their professionalism and organisation. To Brian Swift (grandfather) who said an incredibly touching eulogy. To Kayleigh Kennedy and Aimee Walsh Davis for their beautiful music. To all those who said prayers and readings during the Mass, thank you. To all of Darrell’s friends and colleagues in DePuy Synthes, thank you for the kindness and support you have shown us throughout the whole process. Thank you Stradbally Soccer Club for providing parking facilities. Thank you to Mary Grimes for catering and Stradbally GAA Club for hosting the after burial gathering. To everyone who helped provide food and beverages in the house in Ballyvooney – Alice Kiersey, Denise Walsh, Liz McCarthy and so many more. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope that this acknowledgment will be accepted by all as a token of our deepest appreciation. "The sun only sets so it can rise again." Month's Mind Mass will be offered on Saturday, January 12th, at 2.00 p.m. in The Holy Cross Church, Stradbally.
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Clonea Beach 2018. [Photographs by Sean Byrne]
COUNTY NEWS RNLI “Excellence in Volunteering” Awards for Dolores, Deirdre and Connie
Dolores Walsh accepted an RNLI Excellence in Volunteering Award on behalf of Dungarvan & Helvick Head Fundraising Branch from Neville Murphy, a volunteer with Dunmore East Lifeboat Station and Irish Coast Guard Helicopter winchman. [Anne McCarthy]
By Joan Clancy CONGRATULATIONS to RNLI Fundraising Committee Members Dolores Walsh, Deirdre Doocey and Connie Kiersey who were presented with the RNLI “Excellence in Volunteering” Award at an event held in their honour in Mooney's Bar, An Rinn, on Friday night, January 4th, in the presence of a large gathering of family, friends and RNLI lifeboat personnel. The prestigious awards were presented by Neville Murphy, a volunteer with Dunmore East RNLI Lifeboat Station and Irish Coast Guard Helicopter Winchman. Also visiting was his colleague Adrian O’Hara and Brian Fleming from Bunmahon Rescue Boat. Helvick crewman Cathal Reilly who served as MC welcomed everybody to Mooney’s and spoke on behalf of the crew: “The RNLI is a remarkable institution, a massive organisation spread across the UK and Ireland, with 46 stations in Ireland alone, all dedicated to one simple mission: saving lives at sea. But it is much too blasé to think of the RNLI just as an institution. In fact it is only as strong as its component parts, each part being a station, made up of its volunteers, crew and fundraisers. We are lucky in our station at Helvick Head to have such a brilliant team. “It is amazing to think that if our pagers go off at 4 a.m. on a stormy night, a team of volunteers will jump from their beds, get to the station, and launch a boat to potentially save the life of a complete stranger. What makes it even more astounding is that none of it, no boat and no crew, would exist if it wasn’t
Deirdre Doocey accepted an RNLI Excellence in Volunteering Award on behalf of Dungarvan & Helvick Head Fundraising Branch from Neville Murphy, a volunteer with Dunmore East Lifeboat Station and Irish Coast Guard Helicopter winchman. [Joan Clancy]
for the incredible team of fundraisers that put it there and keep it there. “The RNLI has different types of awards, and one is for “Excellence in Volunteering”, where the RNLI recognises that there are some volunteers who go over and beyond what you might have expected. The people of Helvick and Dungarvan are blessed to have volunteers of this calibre, and we are delighted that Dolores, Connie and Deirdre are being recognised in this way. In the last 10 years, the Fundraising Committee has raised over €0.5m, which for a small station with sister stations so close on either side, is almost incredible. “Their energy, their imagination, their tirelessness, their grace under pressure, and their can-do attitude all mean that they set themselves fiercely ambitious targets, and meet them, and exceed them, year after year. Speaking for the crew, although Dolores, Connie and Deirdre know how we feel about them, it is great to have the opportunity to say this in public: thank you.” Terence Morrissey, RNLI QSHE Manager who formerly served both on the fundraising committee and on Helvick crew then spoke. He said “Volunteers are precious.They are the lifeblood of the RNLI.There are some 40,000 volunteers in the RNLI. When we think of RNLI volunteers, lifeboats and their brave crews come to mind. However, some 32,000 of the 40,000 volunteers are fundraising volunteers. They are ordinary people, doing extraordinary things, making that difference in their own special way, to save lives at sea safely. “Tonight is a night for the fundraisers.
We are here to honor Connie, Deirdre and Dolores, on being presented with their Excellence in Volunteering awards. The name of this award is very fitting as the pride, passion and attention to detail in which they carry out their volunteering roles is nothing short of excellence. “I would also like to thank all the other volunteers present tonight from the bottom of my heart as the RNLI could not survive without the great work that you all do. Míle buíochas!” Cathal then called on Kevin O’Morchoe, Hon. Chairman of Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising committee to address the gathering. Kevin said “Excellence in Volunteering is where staff and volunteers nominate fellow volunteers whom they think deserve special recognition for going above and beyond what is expected of them. “Dolores Walsh’s enthusiasm, energy and cheer, which applies to all three recipients this evening, stands out. She does an amazing job. At the annual swim, she is the face of the reception of the swimmers and she is also very much the local face of the RNLI. “Connie Kiersey our catering specialist ran the Santa Saunter which is the junior section of the Reindeer Run held in East Cork. She also ran the hospitality section of the Naming Ceremony for the RNLB Robert Armstrong. At the annual swim she runs the BBQ and organises the cooking of 800 beef burgers, which is a crucial part of the fundraising event. “Deirdre Doocey works away behind the scenes and is our merchandising secretary. This is a time-consuming job and involves sourcing clothing and souvenirs.
Connie Kiersey accepted an RNLI Excellence in Volunteering Award on behalf of Dungarvan & Helvick Head Fundraising Branch from Neville Murphy, a volunteer with Dunmore East Lifeboat Station and Irish Coast Guard Helicopter winchman. [Anne McCarthy]
Herself and Dolores have recently introduced a new clothing range. “I will say two more words, easy to say and often forgotten or not used enough, thank you! Thank you Dolores, Connie and Deirdre for all you do, for the RNLI, the station and crew, for the fundraising committee and for the locality!” Cathal Reilly then called on Hon Fundraising Press Sec., Joan Clancy. “We on the fundraising committee are very proud of these three outstanding ladies who are most deserving of this splendid award” she said. “Our fundraising committee are a vibrant group of women and men who are always willing to take up new challenges, in ways to raise funds, for the Helvick Head RNLI Lifeboat Station. “Our main fundraising event the Helvick Swim, BBQ and Raffle has evolved over the past twenty-four years into a huge community event, attracting swimmers and visitors from not just our own local area, but from all over Ireland and beyond. “In the past we have been recognised as the best Fundraising Committee for a station of our size, and in 2015 we received a Special Award for our contribution to the community, at the IPB Pride of Place, in association with Cooperation Ireland, honouring the extraordinary voluntary work of communities all over the Island of Ireland. “So, a dhuine uaisle, we are in very good company. We salute Dolores, Deirdre and Connie and all members of the Fundraising Committee past and present, and look forward to a wonderful 2019. Go raibh maith agaibh go léir!” Then Helvick Head Lifeboat Station LOM John Condon was called upon.
He said “In an area like Helvick, the Lifeboat Station is the focal point of the community. It is a modern building housing a new Atlantic 85 Lifeboat and tractor ready for launch 24/7. “We have a dedicated crew equipped with the most modern technology available to assist them in their goal when they go on a shout to wherever a situation arises and have a successful conclusion, which is the aim of everybody involved with the station. “It was not always the way in Helvick because at the beginning we had a Portacabin for an office, a container for the gear and a pound in which to keep the boat. But now as you see today, we have a fine station. “That took a lot of money to achieve but fortunately there is a unique bunch of people here tonight who helped to attain that and it is an honour for me as LOM to be able to congratulate Deirdre, Dolores and Connie on your Excellence in Volunteering Awards for the role you have played. There are families this year who would not be celebrating Christmas but for the actions of the crew; you as fundraisers should be equally as proud for your part in providing the funding which enabled the successful conclusion to those launches. “Finally” said John, “I would like to thank every member of the Committee for all you do in the name of Saving Lives at Sea. Go raibh maith agaibh!” Then Dessie Norris resumed his lively entertainment, Liam Morrissey and staff served delicious finger food, Connie Kiersey was presented with a birthday cake and the celebrations continued in the renowned Gaeltacht pub.
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COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan.Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1800 804 848. You are not alone! Please note change in time.
Irish Wildlife Trust Walk IRISH Wildlife Trust Waterford Branch are leading a guided walk of Bunmahon, Co. Waterford on Sunday, 13th January. Meeting in the main car park by the playground at 1.30 p.m. Walk led by Alan Walshe. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. All are welcome to join us on the day. For more details please feel free to contact Alan on 0862066879.
Dungarvan Flower & Garden Club AGM ALL members please note: The AGM of Dungarvan Flower & Garden Club will take place on Wednesday, January 16th, at 8.00 p.m. in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.
Déise Women’s Shed / Mná na Déise ON behalf of the Committee, we hope all our members had a wonderful Christmas and peaceful New Year. We held a very successful Christmas Party in Lawlors, where we danced the night away. What a fantastic Women's Little Christmas night out, great fun, dancing, beautiful food, lot's of laughter and the best of company. Again this event was held in Lawlors Hotel. Just a reminder Ladies, the Shed is resuming its activities on the 14th of January. Lawlors Hotel every Monday and Tuesday morning, from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. Looking forward to seeing all our members and New members in 2019.
ActionAid Speech Writing Competition 2019 THE 18th of January is the final date for entries to the ActionAid Speech Writing Competition 2019. The competition, now in its fifth year, aims to engage young people aged 14-17 with global issues, gender equality and sustainable development, and challenges them to use their voice to create positive change. Eight young people will be shortlisted to deliver their speech at the prestigious national final in Dublin’s Royal Irish Academy on 20 March. The prize for the top two winners is a trip to Greece, where they will have a unique opportunity to see ActionAid’s work first hand and learn about how they can make meaningful change. “The competition is an exciting way for young people to voice their opinion on issues that matter to them, whilst developing their public speaking skills and confidence. Each year the number of entries continues to grow and we hope that this year is no exception. The quality of entries from County Waterford has been consistently high and I would strongly encourage all young people to enter.” commented Siobhán McGee, CEO ActionAid Ireland. ActionAid is committed to providing long term support to the most marginalised women and their children in some of the poorest communities across the world, so they can live a life free of violence and discrimination. The competition is funded by Irish Aid. For further details and how to enter, visit https://actionaid.ie/speech-writing-competition, call 01 8787 911 or email info@actionaid.ie.
Pictured following the 2018 AGM of the Fundraising Branch of the Helvick Lifeboat held in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club are, back row: Terence Morrissey, Seamus Kiersey, Kevin Harty, John Quealy, Dermot Hickey, Elaine O’Grady, Kevin O’Morchoe, Oliver Clancy, Liam Harty, Trish Brabazon, Paud Ó Cuirrin, Nicky Hannigan. Seated are Dolores Walsh, Joan Clancy, Deirdre Doocey, Anne McCarthy, Connie Kiersey, RoseAnn Foley. [Martin T. Landers]
Helvick Lifeboat Fundraising Branch AGM set for Quealy’s bar THE Helvick Lifeboat Fundraising Branch AGM is scheduled to take place upstairs in Quealy’s Bar, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan at 8.00 p.m. Friday, January 25th. “The general public are most welcome to attend” said Hon Fundraising Chairman Kevin O’Morchoe.
The RNLI Dungarvan & Helvick Fundraising Branch work hard to supplement the latest training and safety equipment required by the brave men and women in the Helvick Lifeboat Crew who are always ready to volunteer to save life at sea in all types of weather 24-7-365.
For further information please contact Anne 087-9704830; Nicky 087-7630062; Dolores 087-1740141; or any of the fundraising committee who will be delighted to hear from you – rnlihelvick@gmail.com Facebook: RNLI Dungarvan and Helvick Head Fundraising Branch
NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA CUMANN PEIL NA mBAN AN tSEAN PHOBAIL/AGM Beidh AGM Cumann Peil na mBan an tSean Phobail ar an Domhnach 13/01/2019 ag a 7 a clog sa club theach i bPairc Cholman sa tSean phobal. Ba mhaith linn na tuismitheoiri go léir a fheiscint ann. NAÍONRA AN tSEAN PHOBAIL/CRANNCHUR NA NOLLAG Míle buíochas do gach éinne as do thacaíocht don Crannchur na Nollag. Seo leanas na torthaí | An chéad duais: Cis Nollag - Kevin Hennessy, An dara duais: Buidéal Fiona agus bosca brioscaí - AnneMarie Ryan, An Tríú duais: Císte Pórtar - Fiadh Ní Laocha, An Ceathrú duais: Bosca Brioscaí Charley Ní Riordáin. Many thanks to everyone who supported the Chirstmas Raffle. The following are the winners: 1st Prize - Christmas Hamper - Kevin Hennessy; 2nd Prize - Bottle of Wine and a box of biscuits - AnneMarie Ryan; 3rd Prize - Porter Cake - Fiadh Ní Laocha; 4th Prize - Box of biscuits - Charley Ní Riordáin. CRANNCHUR AR MHAITHE LE UCD VOLUNTEERS OVERSEAS Tá Jim Morrissey ón Sean Phobal ana-bhuíoch as an tacaíocht a léiríodh don chrannchur. Beidh Jim i mbun obair deonach sa Tansáin, san Aifric ar feadh ceithre sheachtain i rith an tsamhraidh 2019. Fad is a bheidh sé ann, beidh sé ag tacú le cláir forbartha oideachais agus tograí tógála i mbaile Morogoro. Seo leanas na torthaí | An chéad duais: Ciseán Mór - Maeve O'Connor, Baile Átha Cliath, An dara duais: Buidéal Uisce Beatha - Sibeál Dunphy, Bun Abha, An Tríú duais: Buidéal Uisce Beatha - Aoife Drummey, Dún Garbhán, An Ceathrú duais: Buidéal Port - Lilly May O'Dwyer, Cill Chainnigh.
Jim Morrissey, An Sean Phobal is very grateful to all who supported this Raffle. Jim is spending 4 weeks volunteering in Tanzania, Africa during the Summer of 2019. During his time there, he will be aiding in the developmental education programmes, along with construction projects for the benefit of the village of Morogoro, located in east Tanzania. The following is the result of the raffle: 1st Prize: Large Hamper Maeve O'Connor, Baile Átha Cliath; 2nd Prize: Bottle Whiskey Sibeál Dunphy, Annestown; 3rd Prize: Bottle Whiskey - Aoife Drummey, Dungarvan; 4th Prize: Bottle of Port and a box of Chocolates - Lilly May O'Dwyer, Kilkenny. 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 / 05846664 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 treal-
lamh 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 10.00 r.n. go 12.00 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 12.00 i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 0834455914 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 058-46664. 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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KILL MICHAEL POWER MEMORIAL CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM We would like to express our sincere thank you to everyone for the massive support for the Michael Power Christmas Day Memorial swim in Kilmurrin on Christmas morning. Over three hundred swimmers took part, making the event a fantastic community gathering! Thanks to the swim committee and the Copper Coast Scout committee for all their hard work, and a big shout out to the Bunmahon lifeguards and the Bunmahon Coastguard. Thanks also to Waterford County Council for the upkeep of Kilmurrin. Thanks to Kirwan's and Dunphy's Pubs for the hot toddies, and to everyone who supplied coffee and tea. Thanks to the compiler of the Kill notes for constant coverage of the swim, thanks also to the local papers and WLRfm for bringing the swim to the attention of the public, and last but not least, Portlaw Red Cross, for being there, thankfully their expertise were not needed. Rumour has it that Sean Corcoran of The Art Hand and Joe Lonergan are on their way to the border between America and Mexico to build that longpromised wall, they did a fantastic job with the one in Kilmurrin, our photographer John Power says thank you as it made his job a lot easier. So swimmers, thank you all again and now please make sure
Pictured taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2018 which was held at Kilmurrin Cove were Michael, Darren, Fidelma and Heather Power. [John Power] to return your sponsorship cards rounded up and back to any member of the committee before the January 25th. Presentation of the proceeds will take place in Kirwan's Bar in Kill on Friday, February 1st. ST. MARY'S JUVENILE CLUB For St. Mary's U-6s/7/8s, indoor training will resume this coming Friday, January 11, with hurling for U-6s 5.00 p.m. - 5.45 p.m., U-7 and 8s at 5.45 p.m. New members are always welcome, just bring a helmet, runners and €2 to cover the hall
costs. Indoor hurls and lots of fun provided. KILL GAA LOTTO At our final lotto draw for 2018 held in Dunphy's Bar, there was no winner of the jackpot worth €10,000. There was one match 3 winner on the night. Ger Guiry came very close to scooping the Jackpot with the numbers drawn 9, 12, 19 and 23. The lotto draw was sponsored by Dungarvan Nissan. The club wishes all our members and supporters a Happy New Year and would like to convey a big thank you for all the support in 2018.
Pictured taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2018 which was held at Kilmurrin Cove were John Queally, Michael Casey, Eddie Murphy and Tom Whelan. [John Power]
HAPPY DAYS FOR 2019 Dave, Agi and Zack would like to wish all their friends, neighbours and customers a very happy and healthy New Year. Thank you all for your friendship and custom throughout the year. SOCIAL DANCING Social Dancing at Kill Community Centre returns next Tuesday night, January 8th with music by Jimmy Hogan and Lar Kenny. Dancing from 9.00 p.m. to 11.30 p.m. Refreshments will be served in a great social atmosphere. On January 15th, Adrian Ryan will provide the music, January 22nd, Michael Cahill will be on stage and on January 29th, music will be supplied by Peter Burke. With a fantastic dance floor and great amenities including a large car park, Kill Community Centre is fast becoming a mecca for social dancing in the South East. BINGO Please note that Bingo returns this Thursday, January 10th to Kill Community Centre. Eyes down at 8.00 p.m., be in with a chance to win the Jackpot or one of the many raffle prizes on the night. Refreshments are served and the shop will be available.
Pictured taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2018 which was held at Kilmurrin Cove was Cillian McMahon. [John Power]
BONMAHON COPPER COAST GEOPARK Did you know the rocks of the Copper Coast recorded different geological events over 460 millions years! It all started on the ocean floor, near the South Pole, when this part of Ireland wasn’t a land yet. Magma rose from the depths of the earth to finally pierce the ocean floor. A first volcano erupted in the ocean. When it switched off, the sea became quiet again allowing shellfish to develop. A second volcano, more explosive than the first one, erupted and disturbed the sea. It then switched off and the Copper Coast started to drift northwards, towards the Equator.
While drifting, the rocks previously formed were uplifted during mountain forming processes and then exposed to the surface to desert conditions about 360 million years ago. The Copper Coast kept on drifting to reach its actual position. About 2 million years ago, ice sheets and glaciers covered the land and while moving slowly, eroded the rocks underneath and shaped the landscape. When they melted at the end of the Ice Age, about 12,000 years ago, the glaciers dumped their load of boulder rich clays, topping the underneath bedrock.
For more information the Geology of the Copper Coast Geopark please visit our websites www.coppercoastgeopark.com BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers drawn for the last draw of 2018 were 10, 13, 15 and 16. We had no Jackpot winner but Paddy Veale and Padraig Curran matched 3 numbers and receive €100 each. Our next Jackpot stands at €12,000 and anyone matching 3 numbers will receive €150. Prize money for lucky dips remains at €50.
Pictured taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2018 which was held at Kilmurrin Cove were Eithne and Shem Mackey and [John Power] "Charlie".
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Michael and Hannah Power.
Pictured taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2018 which was held at Kilmurrin Cove were Gary O'Brien and Emma Cahill. [John Power]
The Laffan family.
Sean and Niamh O'Connor.
Two cold but happy swimmers.
Ava and Brian Spillane.
Jonnie Murray and Sean Corcoran.
Jack, Barry and Billy Egan.
Chris Glynn and Abdul Sallah.
E. Foran, Grace Monis and Matthew Foran
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Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim Kilmurrin Cove 2018. John Power Photography
Tom Whelan, Darren Power, Tom Power, Nicky Power and John Power. Jack and Barry Egan, Kieran and Ger O'Keefe.
Geraldine Power, Gillian, Hannah and Colin O'Shea. A group of swimmers who braved the elements.
Brian Jackman, Martin O'Shea, Donal Dunne and Shirley O'Shea.
Catherine, Sadie, James and Harriett Sullivan.
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James Eccleston and Sean Fitzsimons.
Pictured taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2018 which was held at Kilmurrin Cove was Olivia Gooney, Bonmahon Coast Guard. [John Power]
Pictured taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2018 which was held at Kilmurrin Cove were the Colfer family. [John Power]
Pat Brophy and Joanne Lenihan. Pictured taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2018 which was held at Kilmurrin Cove were the Cusack family. [John Power]
Jim Brennan, Kevin McHugh and Derek Flynn.
Liam Walsh.
Lennon Flynn, Breda O'Keeffe, Kitty O'Keeffe Flynn and Linda O'Keeffe.
Billy Keogh.
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STRADBALLY SAFE MOTORING Safe and happy motoring to our parish priest Fr. Condon with his new all electric hybrid car is doing his bit for the environment. PINS AND NEEDLES CLUB Stradbally Pins and Needles Club returns to the old schoolroom on Monday, 14th January from 7 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. with a New Year’s resolution to improve their crochet and embroidery skills. NIGHT OUT Stradbally GAA Club is proud to present Rory’s Stories in the Park Hotel on Friday, 18th January at 8.30 p.m. This will be an evening filled with GAA comedy from the famous GAA comic Rory O’Connor. Tickets are now on sale in Cunningham’s Shop, The Park Hotel or contact Eamon Clancy on 087-9078101.Tickets are selling fast and are expected to be sold out soon, so please book early to avoid disappointment. SOCCER NEWS Academy and Little Dribblers will return for 2019 on Saturday next, 12th January, 2019. See you all there. ASTROTURF PITCH The Astroturf Pitch is available to hire. A game of 5 aside with your friends is an ideal way to deep fit during the winter. For booking details please contact Alan D’Arcy at 087 698 7387.
STRADBALLY MARKET There was brisk trade on Saturday last when the producers and shoppers returned after the Christmas break to the Cove Bar. The producers encourage shoppers to select your vegetables as you need them, they will sell you two carrots, three parsnips, a few potatoes if that is what you need. Just bring along your shopping bag and make your selection.You do not have to bring home large amounts in plastic. The best policy applies at the Stradbally Market as regards reuse and recycle. PINS & NEEDLES Pins and Needles would like to thank all those who supported the coffee morning, held in St. James's Old School room, Stradbally on 10th December. €675 was raised on the day between cakes sold, a raffle and generous donations. The Simon Community were delighted to receive the full amount to help the homeless in the South Eastern Region, over the Christmas period. IRISH LANGUAGE BIBLE In May 2018 we published in Stradbally Notes "Irish Language Bible" some pictures and mentioned the name Thomas Sheffield (name inscribed in the Bible) Parish Clerk to Church of Ireland, St. James's. Thomas's descendants, now in Australia, came across the article and contacted us in the last week.
Thomas Sheffield and Judith Hannan had six children. 1. John (c1820-1909) married 1848 - Jane Connell and went to live in Co. Cork (2 Children). 2. Catherine (c1824-1898) married 1849, Stradbally francis W baker. Widowed 1861, emigrated 1870 to Australia (6 children). 3. Mary Ann (c1828-1866) emigrated 1852 to Australia, married Alexander Minto, (6 children). 4. Anne (c1830-1885) emigrated 1852 to Australia, married Edward Crane, (6 children). 5. Thomas Stewart (c18301901) emigrated 1845 to New Brunswick, Canada, by 1869, married - Margaret Ann Parks, (4 children). 6. Elizabeth (c1833-1861 emigrated 1858 to Australia. The family were interested to confirm that Thomas had been the Church of Ireland Parish Clerk, because his daughters had always listed this as his occupation. The children, John was born in Dungarvan, first three daughters were born in Cappoquin and Elizabeth born in Stradbally. The family are interested to exchange notes with anybody interested in the family history and also are interested to find out more about St. James (Church of Ireland) in Stradbally. Any queries to Tom 087-9386209 or brianjcorry@yahoo.ie
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Another beast in Stradbally? LAST year the Beast from the East delayed the Stradbally pantomime. This year the beast will be in the panto. Following on the success of “Snow White and a number of dwarfs” and “Macbeth, the panto”, another classic production is about to burst forth. This year we will be attempting the story of “Sleeping beauty and the beast”.We are looking for
talented actors, musicians, writers, and technicians, but we’ll take anything because we’ve only six weeks to get it organised. The first meeting and readings are at the Barron Hall, Stradbally this Friday (11th January, 2019) at 8.00 p.m. If you can’t make it try 10.00 a.m. on Saturday, 12th January, or call Dave on 087-8119567.
March 2018, the Beast from the East delaying the last Stradbally panto.
Action from the Christmas Day Swim in Stradbally Cove. Proceeds raised were in aid of the Irish Wheelchair Association.
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Dancers from The Ryan School of Dancing who treated the audience to a wonderful exhibition of Irish Dancing.
ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS VINTAGE TEA PARTY - ST. DECLAN’S HALL NOLLAIG NA mBAN Patrons were served a delightful ‘Vintage High Tea’ by the parents of children from all over West Waterfpord and South Tipp at St. Declan’s Hall on Sunday last. To cap a most enjoyable afternoon we were treated to a brilliant exhibition of Irish dancing at it’s very best. Children, boys & girls, including several locals aged from 4 to 17 took to the floor, danced the buckles off their shoes and put the stage of Halla Deuglán through a test it has not endured before. We were entertained by a range of dances performed by a brilliant group of youngsters which included World, Munster and National Champions. CHRISTMAS TREES Local Landscape Gardener, Joe O’Callaghan, has very kindly offered to shred all our old Christmas Trees for us again this year. So please, when you take down the tree, don’t dump it, just bring it along and leave near the compost stations at Keever’s Field (An Cúilín) opposite Ardmore Health Centre.When Joe has shredded them we will use them as mulch. VOLUNTEER Tidy Towns work is beginning to pick up again now with some landscaping, weed, planting and tidying etc to be done. Members have been tipping away at little bits in their own time and this was never more important as we presently have no FAS workers – a situation which
we very much hope is temporary. So never before was the need for volunteers more important.Virtually everyone in the village and its surrounds is proud of our village and supports what Tidy Towns do. Now we need you so please contact one of the executive members and offer a little help. An hour every now and then would be a huge addition. The exec members are: Bill and Chris Ramsell; Mary Hennessy; Bernie Stilwell; Marian Power and Ruth Lynch. SINGLE USE PLASTIC Everyone is now fully aware of the curse of single use plastic and each of us can play a part in its reduction in several areas of our every day lives. Just make the right choice when shopping and avoid the use of disposable cups, straws etc. Also we can purchase our milk in paper cartons. All of you who have helped our ‘clean up campaigns’ on the roads and beaches will be well aware that disposable cups are the number 1 item with soft drinks cans and bottles a close 2nd on the roads and 2 litre milk cartons the main offender on beaches. SPLIT THE POT Well done to Carol keane who won €178 in the Split the Pot last week. The Ardmore National School Parents Association also received €178. 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. PROGRESSIVE 45 AT KEEVERS James Flavin and John Cronin got off to a flyer at Keevers when they were home alone with 8 games. There was a 3 way tie behind them involving Tom Power and Michael O’Reilly, Michael and Anne Keane and
Fr. Finbarr Lucey and Billy Harty. Liam Foley and Tony Keane were best of the last 5. POKER AT ROUND TOWER HOTEL Catherine Mansfield started off the 2019 in flying style when she swept all before her in the final last Wednesday, having just qualified for the final by ‘the
Patrons enjoying Vintage Afternoon Tea at Halla Deuglan on Sunday.
skin of her teeth’. Ger Cronin continued his rich vein of form with 2nd place and Jerome Curran was a distant 3rd. Patrick Reardon and James Bryan had a rare old battle in the runners up game when the cornered virtually the entire €6,000 stake money between them and still as little as €60 separated them at the end.
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Lovely panoramic view of the Sanctuary of the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tallow, on Christmas day last.
Lismore Heritage Centre WE would like to wish all of our customers and friends a very Happy New Year and we look forward to all of our collaboration over the coming months. ESCAPE ROOM OPENS
We have a very exciting month in store in Lismore Heritage Centre. We kicked off 2019 with a Brand New Experience, unique to Lismore.We are proud to announce the opening of “Robert Boyle’s Escape Room”. Escape Rooms are a concept popular all over the world. It is an interactive, puzzle solving game for teams of 2-6 people. You must find the Alchemist’s Stone and escape the room within one hour before evil Falcone returns. The Escape Room has had rave reviews from our testers so far. Prominent blogger, Ellen Brophy @Blushbellyandbabies had this to say: “I had one of the most unique experiences of my life today. I was invited down to the @lismoreheritagecentre to test out their latest attraction The Robert Boyle Escape Room. I had no idea what that meant! I brought three of my girls with me and
they had no idea either. Well we thoroughly enjoyed it. If you love puzzles and tasks that require brain rather than brawn. You’d love this. Really, really, really cool. Plus Lismore is just stunning” Full of fun for any group (children over 14 are suitable), book an experience you won’t forget. Up to six people can use the room at once and we will be taking bookings online from January. Call us on 076-1102157 for more information or to make that booking for your family, friends or colleagues! Follow our Facebook page and look out for really exciting offers throughout January. Can you crack the code? DR. SEUSS STEM WORKSHOP We are delighted to announce the forst of our STEM Weekend Workshops for children aged 6-12 years of 2019. This month we are exploring the wacky, zany and crazy creatures if-the Dr. Seuss Universe Cats in their Hats invited to join us at Lismore Heritage Centre as we explore the Super Science, Amazing Art, Cool Creative Writing and Ridiculous Rhymes of one of the best loved authors of the 20th Century. A two hour workshop suitable for all budding Scientists, Writers and all round Book Lovers. For more information or to book please call us on 0761102157 or e-mail rleddy@lismoreheritage.ie
Parish of Lismore & Ballysaggart NONE of our lives are perfect.There is always the more that we want. Naming what we want more of can be embarrassing considering that we have more than we need. What many of us need is the ability to know what to do with silence, silence in our homes, silence in our celebration of the Mass. Many are addicted to noise, the ceaseless chatter of the ‘Soaps’ or of music or of ‘News bulletins’. Standing back in silence may be a terror, with nothing to distract us. We need to be more faithful to silence in our celebration of the Mass. I don’t mean the silence that happens when we run out of words. The silence that allows the Holy Spirit speak to our personal hearts during the Mass or during our own personal prayer time or family prayer time. It is important to allow for silence as part of the dialogue between the
Most Blessed Trinity and us gathered as the community of faith. Silence allows the voice of the Holy Spirit to be heard in our hearts and it enables us to unite in personal prayer more closely with the Word of God and us as Church. In the silence we can praise, thank, petition or intercede as forms of active prayer. We might think that we don’t need silence but the Holy Spirit does need silence to speak to us. Many people speak of the Mass as being too wordy. Their sense is right. The celebrant leading the Mass is often like a hare on a course, trying to get around as fast as possible and not be caught by the chasing pack. As ever it was the quick priest who is praised while the slow priest has to be avoided. People may travel for a considerable length of time simply to get the quick Mass.We take it as normal that Mass may not be more than a half an hour while in many parts of
the same Church Sunday Mass well celebrarted may take well over the hour. We are blessed with good choirs, readers, eucharistic ministers, collectors.We have all the right ingredients but somehow we are still in great difficulty when so many take missing Mass so casually. Maybe those of us who do gather may try to come to terms with a little more purposeful silence and reflect back to either the pastoral council or to the celebrant what increased silence in our Mass is coming to mean. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 12th January - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 13th January 2019 Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM
[David O'Flynn]
BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 19/12/18 Eddie Sheehan and Helen Morrissey, Helen Walsh and Mary Byrne. Lucky Tables: Pat O'Connor and Helen Cunningham, Tom and Andrew, Dan Howard and Fionula Hynes. 3/1/19 - 1st: Helen Morrissey and Eddie Sheehan, 2nd: Dan Howard and Fionula Hynes, Delia Cashell and Rita Doocey. Lucky Tables: Stephen
Cunningham and Fr. Cullinan, Bill Leady and Christy Higgins, Mike and Dave Fennessy. Tickets: Rita Doocey x 2, Mary Byrne, Mike Fennessy, Christy Higgins and Bill Leady. Happy New Year to all our card players. BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SOCIAL TEA DANCE Tea Dance, first of 2019 on Friday, January 18th in the Community Centre. Start 2019
stepping out and getting rid of all the extra callories over the Christmas holidays. COMMUNITY ALERT Text Alert reminder for anyone wishing to sign to give their names to P J Beennan. ENGAGEMENTS Congratulations and best wishes to Siobhan Ahern and Richard Bryant and Emma Daly and Paul Boland who got engaged during the Christmas period.
BALLYDUFF UPPER SOCIAL DANCE A great night was had at last Saturday’s Social Dance with Declan Aungier. A massive thank you to all who supported in any way. The next dance is on Saturday, 16th February with David Mulcahy at the usual time of 9 pm. See you there! CARDS 1st: Bob Allen & Tommy Feeney, Larry & Finbarr Byrnes, Mary Byrnes & Ann Geary Lucky Table: Hugh Geary & Tom Casey, Bill Leddy & Helen O’Keeffe, Joan Hannon & Christy Higgins, Sheila Lonergan & Mary Fitzgerald. Raffle: Dan Howard, Aaron Pratt, Joan Hannon, Pat Noonan, Nellie Devine, Larry Brynes, Dan Howard, Bill Leddy. BINGO The next bingo is on Friday, 18th January. LOTTO No winner of the local GAA Lotto of Tuesday, 1st January. The numbers drawn were 10, 11, 19 and 25. Lucky €30 draw winners were: Anna Stepel, Joe Barry, Jim O’Brien (Ballysaggart) and
Martin Feeney. The Christmas Draw took place in The Log Cabin on 21st December. Results from the draw on 8th January coming from An Síbín with a jackpot of €8,400 next week. Tickets are on sale in St. Michael’s Hall from 9 am – 1 pm on weekdays, before Sunday Mass. They are also available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon,The Log Cabin and An Síbín. PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Returning on 11th January at the usual time of 9.30 am in the Carnegie Centre. Parents, grandparents and childminders are very welcome for a cuppa and a chat. COMHALTAS CEOLTÓIRÍ BALLYDUFF Thanks is extended to everyone who came to the Christmas parties in Villierstown and Araglin. Two great nights of dancing were had. MUSIC & SET DANCING CLASSES Music classes in Ballyduff and Set dancing classes recommence for the New Year this week. Set
dancing on Tuesday nights in Araglin, from 6.30 pm onwards, with adult classes at 9 pm; and on Saturday mornings in the Library in Ballyduff at 10 am. A new class for teenagers/adults is starting this Friday night, 11th January at 9 pm (after Foróige) in the Library in Ballyduff, with a special emphasis on reel steps. CONDOLENCES The people of Ballyduff express their deepest sympathy to the family of Margaret Mellerick of Conna, Co. Cork. Margaret’s daughter Edel is a member of our community. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. 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.
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CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre (058) 52746, Facebook - Cappoquin Community Centre; Email ocappdev@eircom.net THE THREE AMIGOS Cappoquin Community Centre are delighted to announce that The Three Amigos are back again to play live in concert in the Community Centre on Monday, 28th January, 2019. Tickets are available from the Community Centre office (058) 52746. 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. Resistance equipment - These states of the art machines provide resistance against a certain movement, isolating the targeted muscle group. They operate using weight stacks, allowing total control of your work out. Up to
37.5kg Dumbbells, loaded machines including chest press, shoulder press, seated row; pull down, leg press, stack squat and new addition cable machine with large selection of handles and attachments including cable crossover (chest), single standing exercises and duel action pulleys. Also, selection of racks including Olympic flat bar, incline and decline bench press and smith machine and adjustable benches. We have large selection of loose weights plates ranging from 1.25kg to 20kg. 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
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CHRISTMAS RIBBONS Due to the inclement weather we encountered over our main ‘ribbon’ weekend, income from the Christmas ribbons was down somewhat this year, to €444 in total. Nevertheless, every euro of contributions was greatly appreciated, and has gone to maintain the Christmas lights and umbrella insurance cover for 2019. We have thanked all involved in preparing things for Christmas already, but now want to give a special mention to Anthony and Carmel Prendergast of Main Street, the Mescal family of Castle Street and Brendan and Emma Coffey of Barrack Street. In all cases, they allowed the town lighting to link into their electricity supplies, in order to ensure that the lights, spread over 600 metres, worked splendidly all over Christmas. The usual lighting displays at the community centre and Church of Ireland were lovely too, complemented this year by the efforts of the Tidy Towns and GAA club committees. Last, but not least, it deserves to be said that many, many people all over the place made a special effort to brighten their homes and neighbourhoods over Christmas, and it definitely made a difference and added a bit of a
feelgood factor to the town over the festive season. SALES OF ‘WOMEN AT THE CORNERSTONE’ While copies of the book will continue to be available in various local outlets, including in Dungarvan and Lismore, our calculations to date suggest that sales are now well over 600 copies, meaning that all costs have been cleared and the Heritage Group is around €3,200 in profit. The purpose of the book was never to make money, in fact, but rather to celebrate the role of local women in many facets of life and so commemorate the centenary of the vote for women. However, every euro we can get will again be appreciated and used to promote local history and heritage in any way possible, and it has been very nice to be able to receive and pass on to the authors so many positive comments about the book’s content and quality since it was launched. TRAFFIC CALMING It has been a long ‘discourse’ but word came through just before Christmas that the Council has reviewed its initial assessment of the traffic issues on the N72 through Cappoquin, and intends to install some form of speed warning system, albeit
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. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Monday - Ladies Exercise Classes with Paul Murray 10.30 am to 11.30 a.m., Active Retirement 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m., Affane Bridge 7.30 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. Thursday morning Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray 10.30 am to 11.30 a.m., Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Friday Gymnastics 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. 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. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO JACKPOT HITS €2,600 Lotto draw 7th January, 2018 Jackpot €2,500. Numbers drawn were 7, 16, 23, 29. No winner. Consolation Prizewinners: Brian Ormonde, Tinnagroun; Elaine Singleton, Affane; Noel O’Donoghue, Shanbally; Marion Morrissey, Lr. Main Street; James Lucas,Villierstown. Next week’s draw is on the 14th January, 2019, with a jackpot of €2,600. Remember anyone looking to buy our lotto tickets, call to any of the local shops in Cappoquin, the Community Centre, Miriam Coughlan or Carmel Prendergast will look after you. If you wish you can also buy the popular annual tickets, if you’re not in you can’t win!
on a temporary basis to begin with. Civic Link has been battling for this for some time, and has been inundated with concerns from people who struggle to cross the road safely, or who are trying to take a right turn from Church Street to Main Street against oncoming traffic. On a journey to Mallow along the N72 recently, it was interesting to note that places much smaller than Cappoquin, such as Ballyduff and Ballyhooley, have such warning systems in place, and the Council is to be congratulated for accepting that they are needed here too. THIS WEEK’S PHOTO It was sad to hear recently that one of the women featured in ‘Women at the Cornerstone’ has passed away since we launched
the book. Lady Brenda Cook, originally Bridget Lynch from Lyrattin, Modeligo, passed away in Jersey at the age of 97. Tony McCarthy’s account of her life is a fascinating one of schooldays in Modeligo and Cappoquin, wartime experiences in Britain and, particularly, of collecting fine art with her husband, Sir Francis Cook. When the ‘lost’ Leonardo DaVinci painting, Salvator Mundi, as sold at auction in 2017 for $450 million, it transpired that it had once been owned by the Cooks, who had sold it on for £45! Nonetheless, Brenda Cook had a remarkable and successful life and, we believe, had kept in touch with many friends from home throughout much of it too. Our photo this week shows Lady Cook with her husband many years back.
Lady Cook with her husband.
Jenny Power and Amy Forsey pictured at the Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]
MODELIGO LOTTO RESULTS 5/1/’19 – Numbers drawn were 5, 12, 30. No winner. €25 winners: Eoghan Barrowclough; Corinna Walsh; Kevin Curran, An Rinn; Pa O’Rourke, Clashmore. Lotto tickets can be got from any Community Centre member. Next week’s Jackpot €1700. LOTTO RESULTS 29th December, 2018 – Numbers drawn were 3, 7, 12. No winner. €25 winners: James Hickey, Michael Morrissey, Pat Barron, Louise Hodnett. 22nd Decmeber, 2018 – Numbers drawn were 21, 22, 28. No winner. €25 winners: Cian O’Byrne, Modeligo; Derek Kelly, Michael Walsh, Lr Glen; Nicky O’Donovan. Bonus Christmas Prizes: 1st Baileys - Mgt & Michael, c/o Welcome Inn. 2nd Chocolate Elite - Tom O’Brien. 3rd Afternoon Tea - Anne Connor. 4th Milk Tray - Bernie O’Neill. 5th Red Wine - Noel Nugent. 6th White Wine - Helen Collins. 7th USA - Noel Nugent. 8th
Dark Chocolates - Aoife, Maria & Nick O’Donovan. 9th Roses Loretta O’Shea. 10th Chocolate Ginger - Karen Denn. Promoter’s Prize - Tom O’Byrne. CIRCUIT TRAINING Circuit Training has restarted on Monday nights at 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. in Modeligo Community Centre. Adaptable exercises to suit any level of fitness, beginners or experienced are welcome. No booking required. Great way to have fun get fit and get through those winter months. Classes instructed by qualified strength and conditioning instructor. For more info contact Shane Coughlan on 087-1345574. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Mondays on 087-4112798 or email them to marymonicaobyrne@gmail.com. BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the astro turf or hall please contact John Power on 087-2834600.
Déise Animal Sanctuary’s Pet of the Week: Cara! ON a typical day, you’ll find over 200 animals and birds of all kinds at the Déise Animal Sanctuary. Things get hectic sometimes, and our Pet of the Week wanted to be sure her photo came out well. So Cara sat patiently in a quiet area while her photo was taken. Why? Because Cara is ready for her forever home. She is a lurcher/cross and about 3 months old. She is gentle, quiet and affectionate. Cara and her 2 brothers arrived at the Sanctuary when they were only a few days old. Now about 12 weeks, Cara is up-todate on her vaccinations and will be microchipped and spayed. Cara’s brothers have found homes and sweet Cara would like to be next. Pat and Rob of the registered charity Déise Animal
Sanctuary (CHY 21017) will do a home screening to make sure young Cara is placed with the right person. If you have room in your heart and home, please contact Pat at 0873119509.
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TOURANEENA By Donal Buckley
Home is where the heart is I WAS watching 'Celebrity Home of The Year' on RTE last week. It showcased the houses of such worthies as musician Eleanor McEvoy, meteorologist Jean Byrne and artist extraordinaire Robert (Bobby to his friends) Ballagh. Also included in the finalists were John Boyne, author of "The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas" and Dragons Den's Ramona Nicholas. Two of the three judges were interior designer Deirdre Whelan and award winning architect Peter Crowley. The show, of course, was all about "designing legend" Hugh Wallace, the third judge. In every scene of every programme he's been in, he has a sweater with him. But he never puts it on. Instead he drapes it nonchalantly over his shoulders, as if he's expecting The Beast from the East to arrive any minute. Now, the lovely Hugh has all the right lingo for the job. He knows all about 'south facing aspects', 'mezzanines' and 'en suites'. He never fails to emphasise the use of 'natural light' (very Dermot Bannon, if I may say so). However, he never lets a scene go by without letting everyone know, including his fellow judges, that he alone is the star. He criticises or has a critical comment about every house, every interior and every comment made by the other two judges. We are left in no doubt that Hugh Wallace is the Simon Cowell of Irish architectural design. It’s not just the Wallace narcissism that grates, but the criteria put forward by the producers of the programme to describe a "home". The ultimate ideal seems to be a Hollywood style mansion with NASA spec sterility. Manicured lawns, symmetrically raked gravel driveways, architectural facades and designer fixtures and fittings is supposed to give that homely feel to a house. Yes indeed, having velour curtains, matching duvet and a suitably upholstered three piece suite in the bedroom makes for a sensuously cosy boudoir. Of course, nothing says home cooking like stainless steel worktops, glittering saucepans and pristine razor sharp knives. And,who wouldn't be at ease in a bathroom where every surface reflects your discomfort? Unthumbed books are frequently displayed on waxed shelves. Polished flat screen television sets retain their glossy shine on scratch free glass tables. Shop condition furniture populates every room on unworn carpets. Does anyone actually live here? Is this what a real home looks like? Where are the lone Lego bricks waiting to ambush a bare foot? Where is the overflowing laundry basket?What about the stained coffee cups and the egg smeared plate? No cat hairs on the sofa, no dogs fouling the lawn and where were the bins? Surely, at least one of these famous people had a nosy neighbour who would have wanted to poke their head through the fence and give their tuppence worth of advice on attic insulation. In a world where 'The Kardashians', 'The Only Way Is Essex' and 'Real Housewives of Bel Air' are held up as the epitome of domestic perfection, its difficult to believe in a home that isn't a showroom. The old sayings of "home is where the hearth is" , "a house is not a home" and "wherever I lay my hat, that's my home" should be more relevant now than at any time in our history. Of the 10,000 people homeless in this country, who among them wouldn't want to sit beside a roaring fire, open a magnet festooned fridge or plod around the house in an comfy old pair of slippers? If they were looking for the Most Unattainable, Unlived In Showhouse in the Country, they hit the diamond encrusted gold nail on the head. As for "home", they need to look up the definition in a dictionary. Ballinameela Creatives like to live in the real world with real people. Fashion Icon Coco Chanel said,"Some people think luxury is the opposite of poverty. It is not. It is the opposite of vulgarity."
SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the Lonergan and O'Donnell families on the recent passing of Mary Lonergan (nee O'Donnell), Boolavounteen, Ballinamult. Mary was predeceased by her son Richard and will be sadly missed by her husband Jimmy, daughter Kay, son Eamonn, sisters Kathleen Hickey and Cissie O'Donnell, daughter in law Una Lonergan, son in law Liam Tobin, grandchildren Laura, Caoimhe, Darragh, Cillian, Brian and Tomás, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends. Funeral mass was in St. Mary's Church, Touraneena, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May Mary rest in peace. SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the Butler family on the recent passing of Pierce (Piery) Butler, Lackendarra, Ballinamult. Piery who recently celebrated his 93rd birthday was president of the Sliabh gCua/St.Mary's G.A.A. club and had a long association with the club going back as far as 1936 when the football players took home the Junior football county final in a replay against Fenor. On that day, Piery lined out as a mascot for the team and thus began
his long association with the Sliabh gCua/St.Mary's G.A.A. club. Over the decades, Piery devoted much of his time to the GAA and contributed immensely to G.A.A. activities and events in the parish. Piery was predeceased by his wife Mary. We extend our sincere sympathy to sons Michael, James and Anthony, daughter Maura, sister Margaret Barry, sister in law Theresa Butler, daughters in law, Triona, Maureen and Lorraine, son in law David, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends. Funeral mass was in St. Mary's Church,Touraneena, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May Piery rest in peace. LITTLE BOB'S TRACTOR RUN There was a huge crowd at the community centre, Touraneena, on New Years Day for the 8th annual Little Bob's Tractor run. Over the past 8 years, the Tractor Run has raised over €24,000 for local charities and this year there was a fabulous €3,500 raised which went to the Sesame School, Dungarvan, for children with special needs and St. Mary's National School, Touraneena. The weather held good on the day and with well over 100 tractors in
attendance, it was a spectacular sight to see the convoy of tractors leave the village at 1.00 p.m. and travel the beautiful scenic route to Kilbrien. A huge thank you to all who either attended, donated to or supported the day in any way and to all those who helped provide the breakfast rolls, tea, sandwiches and spot prizes. Without this help, the tractor run would not be possible. Already looking forward to seeing you there next year! TOURANEENA RUNNERS CLUB It is a new year for the club and a year which will thankfully see us have a running track at Kirwan Park. In the meantime our training continues as usual, meeting at the graveyard car park at 7.15 p.m. every Monday night for the 6k Ballinamult loop. Hi Viz jacket and torch/headlight are required and training costs only €2 per night. Newcomers are always welcome and all levels of fitness are catered for. With the Newcastle 5K coming up soon, our weekly training nights are great preparation for it. ENGAGEMENT Congratulations to Seamus King and Sarah Roche, Kill St. Lawrence, Airport Road, Waterford who
announced their engagement on Christmas Day. Sarah is daughter of Larry and Beryl Roche and Seamus is son of Kathleen (nee Cliffe) and the late Jim King, Waterford. We wish Sarah and Seamus many years of health and happiness. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO No lotto draw this week. Lotto will resume next Sunday night 13th January. BABY BOY Congratulations to Marie Hannigan O'Brien and Niall O'Brien, Ardmore, Co. Waterford on the birth of their son Joey who was the first baby boy of the year born in Ireland. Joey was born at 12.04 a.m. in the Cork University Maternity Hospital. Best wishes are extended to Marie, Niall and family. A NEW YEAR FOR ZERO WASTE Every year, Irish homes and businesses throw out over 1 million tons of food and the EPA puts food waste costs to Irish households at nearly one billion every year. Approximately €700 could be saved by every family in Ireland if they reduced their food waste. For more information and ideas on how to cut down on waste, please go to http://www.zerowasteireland.com
dancers Roisin Whelan, Meadhbh Houlihan, Anne Hickey, Holly Foley, Ellen O'Gorman, Orla Whelan, Emma Fitzpatrick and Mairead Hickey, to our set dancers, James Connors, Meadhbh Houlihan, Conor Butler, Roisin Whelan, Darragh Hallahan, Anne Hickey, Cormac Butler and Emma Fitzpatrick and to our Musicians Conor and Cormac Butler who also won the John O'Reagan
perpetual shield for overall best item of the night. The figure dancers, set dancers and music group will now represent Sliabh gCua and Waterford in the Munster Scór na nÓg finals which will be held in Cappoquin on the 20th January. Many congratulations to Monnie and all the team and we wish them the best of luck on the 20th.
Scór na nÓg SLIABH gCua and Monnie's 50th year unbroken association with Scór got off to a great start last Friday night when the club
had a clean sweep winning the county figure dancing, set dancing and music group. Well done to our figure
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KNOCKANORE KGK COMMUNITY COUNCIL Check us out on our Facebook pages, (Knockanore Area KGK Community Council) and (Knockanore Heritage and History). 2018 PARISH MAGAZINE The magazine is on sale at the following outlets, Fordes Supermarket, Tallow; Lombards Lackaroe Youghal; Crowley’s
Service Station, Youghal. All funds go to the community. JUST ANOTHER YEAR We would like to take this opportunity to thank those who helped us out during 2018. Many people are not directly involved in the Community Council but are always available to lend a helping hand when needed, whether it’s during the Fete, the various parties, Litter
Picking, Road Races and so on. We welcome those who moved to the parish during the year and hope that they will be happy in our midst. We also welcome the new-borns in the parish, and we offer our sympathy to those who have lost relatives and friends in 2018. We wish everyone at home and abroad a Very Happy New Year.
The 2018 Santa Par ty Photographs by Mary Herlihy
Knockanore Dancers in Modeligo recently.
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KILROSSANTY BINGO The next bingo will be on 25th January, 2019. Venue is Crotty’s Inn. Time is 8.30 p.m. sharp. Jackpot is €2,100. Prize money is €1,200. Raffle for cashprizes. The proceeds will go to Kilrossanty Fews Parish funds. Come early to avoid the rush and get your seat. ENGAGED Congratulations to Eoin Houlihan, Crough and Debbie Power, Portlaw who announced their engagement recently. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Annual General Meeting of Kilrossanty G.A.A. Club will take place on this Friday night in the hall at 8 p.m. sharp. BENEFIT NIGHT Benefit Night for Liam Trihy, Helen and family to be held Saturday, 19th January, Micilins Bar, Kilrossanty at 8.30 p.m. Live music, spot prizes, and food. All welcome to attend.Your support would be much appreciated. Thank you.
I.C.A. Kilrossanty Ladies and their friends will be having their annual night out on 1st February. The venue for the meal is Park Hotel, Dungarvan. It is timed for 8.30 p.m. All attending please notify Kay Veale or Molly Casey by the 30th January. Non members very welcome. CLERGY Collection for the clergy is now due. You will find envelope in your pack of envelopes. CHRISTMAS Thanks to all who helped in any way with the Church ceremonies in both Kilrossanty and Fews, Churches. EDDIE KEATING Sympathy to brothers Timmy and Tony and sister Brigid on the death of their brother Eddie Keating, Comeragh Cross who died recently. Sympathy also to his other relatives on their sad loss. Burial took place in Kilrossanty Cemetary. May he rest in peace.
KILMAC GOLDEN JUBILEE OF ST. DECLAN’S In September, St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas will celebrate 50 years since its doors opened for the first time. A lot of water has passed in front of the school in the Mahon River over that time. Many people have strong attachments to the school and great memories of their time at St. Declans. Plans are currently being made to mark this special occasion and a number of events will take place in September. Committee members are seeking any photos or memorabilia that people may be willing to share. Items can be dropped into the school and marked for the attention of Mr. Brian Murray. Items will be copied and returned or, alternatively, items can be emailed to stdeclansat50@outlook.com THANK YOU Many thanks to all who supported the recent St. Vincent de Paul Church gate collection, and
to those who gave of their time and helped in any way. All was much appreciated. BENEFIT NIGHT A benefit night for Liam Trihy, Helen and family to be held Saturday, 19th January at Micilins Bar, Kilrossanty at 8.30 pm. Live music, spot prizes and food. All are welcome. GAA AGM Kilmac GAA, Our Annual General Meeting takes place in the Rainbow Community Hall on Friday, 11th January at 7.30 pm. After a very successful year we have big plans for 2019 and we are looking for volunteers to come on board and help us. Contact Tyrone for more information. LOTTO Kilmacthomas AFC lotto winners on Saturday, 4th January letters drawn, L, P, S, Y. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to: Kevin Walsh, Scrahan; Derek Cleary, Kilmac; Val Cummins, Newtown; Margaret Whelan, Kilmac and Mary Mulcahy, Lemybrien. Next week’s jackpot €1900, be in to win.
SVP Hamper with (l to r): Sinead White, Laoise Ni Cheallaigh, Aine Supple, Laura Lanigan, Michael Keating, Margaret O’Keeffe, Lauran Wall.
Finisk River Riders S.O.C. food hamper for SVP EVERY Christmas the Finisk River Riders S.O.C and RDAI hold a gymkhana in aid of SVP. This year was another wonderful success as a big crowd turned up to compete for top prizes and to raise awareness to the less fortunate at Christmas time. There were five groups competing, with six athletes in each one. There were new members who were taking part for the first time. The Clare Hallahan Memorial Trophy was presented to Eoin Phelan of Cappagh for the 'Most Outstanding Riders of 2018.' A very peaceful and happy new year to all our members and volunteers.
Stephen Power and Desmond Curran.
First time competitor James Dunne.
BALLINAMEELA BALLINAMEELA LOTTO RESULTS 7th JANUARY, 2019 Winning numbers were: 9, 17, 19. No winner. €20 winners: Pauline Ryan, Lauragh; Conor Mulhall, Barnastook; Mags, Emily and Abbie O’Keeffe, Aglish; Tomas Scanlon, Curraroache; Paul Hansberry, Ballintaylor. Next week’s jackpot €2,600 and will take place in the Welcome Inn.
Eoin Phelan receiving the Clare Hallahan Memorial trophy with Eithne Sheehan.
Eoin O’Donovan from St. Raphael Youghal with Jason.
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WEST WATERFORD WELCOME BACK Welcome back and a very happy New Year to all of you our readers. Please note items to be included in the West Waterford Notes column are always welcome and must be submitted at the latest by 10.00 p.m. on the Monday night before publication. 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 02492249. Thank you. VICTORY SOCIAL Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club will host a Victory Social to celebrate the clubs first ever Western Intermediate Hurling title which will include a special presentation to the Junior Hurling winners of 2000. This will take place on Saturday night, January 26th in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Our special guest speaker on the night will be former Waterford Hurling Manager Derek McGrath. Tickets at just €35 will include meal, live music by “The Buchaills” followed by a late night DJ. Tickets will be available in the Clubhouse on Friday evening from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. or from the following: Billy O’Halloran 087-2671090, Mary O’Halloran 085-7237948, Jason Seward 085-2027552, Jaz Fitzgerald 086-1904593, Cillian O’Keeffe 087-237686, Fintan Walsh 085-7356320. CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Art Classes: The art group reconvenes on Tuesday, 15th January at 10.00 a.m. in the Heritage Centre. Operation Transformation: It's that time of the year again and we will be starting Operation Transformation in the GAA hall on Thursday, 17th January at 6.30 p.m. for weigh-ins. This year instead of having a walk, Timmy O’Keeffe and the GAA are organising a walking/running and obstacle course on the pitch from 7.00 p.m. onwards. After that at 8.00 p.m. Pat Dillane of Healing
Tree Retreats will be running a relaxation session from 8.00 p.m. Zumba Classes: It's great to announce that we have now found a Zumba tutor - Flor de Luna who is a registered Zumba instructor and has been described as “full of enthusiasm and really gets a group moving”. Classes begin on Tuesday, 15th January at 7.30 p.m. in Piltown Hall. The first night is free for men and women to come along and have a go. Be Winter Ready: Fingers crossed we all get through this Winter without the excitements we had last winter. But the Government has produced a leaflet outlining what you should do to prepare for bad weather. Copies have already been sent out by Clashmore National School and additional copies are available in the Country Store and An Siopa Nua. Please make sure that older relatives and neighbours have a copy and help them find their eircode. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS LOTTO RESULTS Our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place on Sunday night, January 6th. Our letters drawn were U, V, Y and O. We had no winner of our Jackpot which now stands at €1,100. The following were our lucky weekly prize winners of spot prizes of €20 each: Triona Fitzgerald, Warsaw; Shane Dalton and Frank O’Rourke. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. AGLISH 45 DRIVE The following is the results from last weeks 45 Drive, at Deise Bru House, in Aglish Village. Joint first on 7 games were Pauline and Ned Lombard; Kathleen Twohig and Paul O’Connell; Watt Downing and Jimmy Dalton. Best of the last five with four games were Marie O’Connell and Jimmy Downing. We had no last game winners this week. Our weekly Bonus Spot prize winners were Kathleen Twohig and Marie O’Connell. Cards again in Deise Bru House in Aglish Village, this
Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart FEAST OF THE BAPTISM Sunday, January 13th is the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord – we will have a special blessing of Children baptised during 2018 at the 11.00 a.m. Mass in Aglish Church. WEEK OF CHRISTIAN UNITY 2019 January 18th to 25th is Christian Unity Week 2019 here in the Parish we will have Mass on Monday, January 21st in Aglish Church at 7.15 p.m. CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK Catholic Schools Week begins on Sunday, January 27th. FEAST OF ST. BRIGID Friday, February 1st is the Feast of St. Brigid – Masses will be celebrated in Ballinameela Church at 9.30 a.m. and 7.15 p.m. on Friday. PRESENTATION OF THE LORD Mass for the Presentation of the Lord will be celebrated will be celebrated on Saturday, February 2nd in Aglish Church at 9.30 a.m. FEAST OF ST BLAISE Blessing of the Throats on the Feast of St. Blaise will take place at weekend Masses on February 2nd and 3rd. DEACON APPOINTED We welcome our Deacon: Revd. Hugh Nugent who has taken up ministry in the Parish.
Thursday at 9.00 p.m. sharp-. €10 to play! All money is paid out on night! TRACTOR RUN A HUGE SUCCESS Congratulations and well done to the Committee who organised our very successful St. Stephen’s Day Tractor Run in aid of Aglish National School. With great weather conditions a great day was had by young and old with 114 tractors off on the run! DEISE BRÚ DARTS! Our Deise Brú Darts team have a home game this Friday night at 9.00 p.m. Come along and support our lads. All welcome! We wish a very Happy New Year in 2019 to all our customers. IT’S PARTY TIME! - YOU ARE INVITED On this Sunday, 13th January, we will host our annual Senior Citizen Parish New Year Party in Kinsalebeg Hall. Starting time is 12.30 p.m. Lunch and music is by Martin Walsh. This is an Open Invitation and there is no charge. You can ring Joan on 024-94594 to book your place, as we need numbers to book meals. THE LATE MRS. BRIDGET MAYE With deep sadness we record the death of former Clashmore lady Mrs. Bridget Maye (nee Mason of Ballycurrane) which occurred on Sunday last, January 6th, peacefully at her home at Corrin House, Fermoy, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Jimmy, Bridget will be so dearly missed by her sons and daughters Bernard, Marie Palmer, James and Martha Riordan; her sister Mary Ahern; her extended family and friends to whom we extend our deepest sympathy. Bridget will be reposing at Ronayne’s Funeral Home, Fermoy with reception into St. Nicholas Church, Castlelyons on today Wednesday, January 9th for Requiem Mass at 2.00 p.m. Funeral afterwards to the local cemetery. May she rest in peace. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO The first draw of 2019 in our Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club weekly lotto took place last Monday night, January 7th and the following were the numbers out of the drum 12, 19, 20 and 25. We had no Jackpot winner, so next week our Jackpot will be €3,200 when our draw takes place at The Decies Bar. Our lucky €20 spot prizes winners this week were Keith Long, Ballyheeney; Paul Marks; Eoin O’Halloran; Pat Dalton; Daniel and Christine Collins. The previous weeks lotto draw numbers were 3, 7, 10, 13 and our lucky winners of €20 each were: Frank, Clashmore; Mary O’Halloran; Frank Clashmore; Una Leahy; Brid Buckley. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for you’re support. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE At our Clashmore 45 Drive on Monday night last, January 7th, our winners on ten games were Terri McGrath and Roger Hynes.
In second place on nine games we had Anne Ledingham and Roger Ledingham. In third place on eight games we had Mary Ann and Bobby Connery. Best of the last five were Margaret Leahy and Una Kenneally, Aine Curran and Noel Nugent. Our lucky last game winners were Mike Hunt and Martin Lynch, Tom Osborne and John Motherway. Last week our 45 Drive took place on New Year’s Night and our winners on ten games were Noel Nugent and Roger Hynes. On nine games in second place we had Mary Ann and Bobby Connery. In third place on eight games we had Roger Ledingham and Edmond Og Ledingham. Best of the last five were Martin Lynch and Mike Hunt. Our lucky last game winners were Terry Ledingham and Anne Ledingham, Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. SYMPATHY The death occurred on Thursday last, January 3rd, of Dick Heaphy, formally of Egan’s Undertakers, The Mall Youghal and, London. Dick was a well known and widely respected member of the East Cork and West Waterford Communities. A most gentle and unassuming man Dick was a man of great traditional ways, values and he always carried out his work with great dignity and compassion Dick had a great love and interest in people. Long after his retirement from active service with Egan’s he loved to meet people on the street for a chat and enquire about someone he had not met or places he had not been to for some time. Reposing at his home at The Mall, Dick’s removal took place to St. Mary's Parish Church,Youghal on Monday for Requiem Mass at 12.00 noon followed by burial in North Abbey Cemetery. To his loving wife Dorothy; daughter Noelle; son Rowan, and to all his extended family, neighbours and many friends we extend our deepest sympathy. NEW YEAR ARRIVAL The honour of 1st Baby of 2019 born in Cork went to proud County Waterford parents Marie and Niall O’Brien from Grallagh in Grange. Their little baby boy was born just four minutes past midnight at Cork University Maternity Hospital. Congratulations to all the family, what a wonderful start to the New Year. MYSTERY RESOLVED! On Christmas Morning a number of beautiful Christmas Wreaths were anonymously placed on the wall outside Clashmore Church, and were available free for anyone to take away. Later a number of very thoughtful people placed some of them on graves of people who for various reasons did not have any. A big thank you to them and to Youghal Business “Flower by Pam” who was the very generous anonymous donor - what a lovely gesture in the season of goodwill.
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Tony’s Winter League sponsored by Elverys Inter Sport
Best boys and girl on the short lap: Aoife Bueaventura and Sean Hogan with Sylvia and Ger at the presentation of prizes for Tony’s Winter League sponsored by Elverys Inter Sport.
Fastest boy and girl under 12: David Gaffney and Aoife O'Donovan with Ger Wyley and A. O'Brien, WWAC at the presentation of prizes for Tony’s Winter League sponsored by Elverys Inter Sport.
First two athletes across the line on the final night: Sophie Carroll Lawlor and Sarah O'Riordan at the presentation of prizes for Tony’s Winter League sponsored by Elverys Inter Sport.
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Operation Transformation Waterford Walk Saturday, 12th January – Kilmacthomas OPERATION Transformation is coming to Waterford for the ninth year running. The Sport Ireland National Network of Local Sports Partnerships has teamed up with Operation Transformation once again this year to promote healthy living in 2019. We are organising a safe and accessible walks along the spectacular ‘Waterford Greenway’ on Saturday, 12th January, 2019. The walk will start from the Workhouse Car Park, Kilmacthomas, at 11.00 a.m. – Registration from 10.30 a.m. 3K & 5K ROUTES | FREE EVENT |
REGISTER HERE NOW! ALL WELCOME!! Information on future activities and programmes for you to join will also be available on the day! Come along and join in the fun, bring family, friends and neighbours! Don’t miss this chance to get moving and motivated for the year ahead! For more information please contact: Pauline Casey on 0761 10 2682 or email pcasey@waterfordsportspartnership.ie
Dungarvan Cardiac First Responders Public Information Night Date: 16th January, 2019 Venue: Lawlor’s Hotel, Bridge Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford X35 DT04. Time: 7.30 p.m. Sharp WHAT IS A CARDIAC FIRST RESPONDER YOU MAY ASK A Cardiac First Responder is a person trained to a minimum basic level of basic life support in CPR and the use of an AED/defibrillator who attends to assist in an actual or potentially life threatening emergency such as a cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke or choking. IRISH RED CROSS INVOLVEMENT The Dungarvan Cardiac First Responders are being run by Irish Red Cross Portlaw Branch who joined forces with the Dungarvan Branch in 2018
to ensure the people of West Waterford are getting the best service possible. If you are considering joining the group, please come along on the night to get all the relevant information. Dungarvan CFR Responders will serve a 5 mile radius around Dungarvan, including Abbeyside and parts of An Rinn and Ballinroad. This group will be on call by the National Ambulance Service. No obligation to join on the night. All relevant training will be provided. If you have any queries don’t hesitate to get in contact through the following platforms. Phone: 087-6792328 Email: Dungarvancfr@gmail.com Find us on Facebook @dungarvancfrgroup
“All Shook Up” The Rock n’ Roll Musical DUNGARVAN Junior Musical Stage School make a welcome return to The Sports Centre Cóis Trá with their production of the Elvis Presley musical All Shook Up for four nights from Wednesday 23rd to Saturday, 26th January at 7.30 p.m. nightly. The stage school will once again transform the sports centre into a theatre venue complete with a forty-foot stage, stunning stage sets, and lighting as they bring all the hits of Elvis to life live on stage, hits that include Love Me Tender, Heartbreak Hotel, One Night With You, Devil In Disguise, It's Now Or Never, Blue Suede Shoes, Hound Dog, Jailhouse Rock, If I can Dream, Don't Be Cruel, Falling In Love With You, Teddy Bear and many more. All Shook Up is one the one musical for all the family that you don't want to miss and is sure to have you dancing in the aisles and singing along to the all the Elvis Presley classics. The talented students of the stage school can’t
wait to hit the stage again following their recent productions at the Sports Centre that include Sister Act, Annie and Legally Blonde.Tickets are available from The Wine Buff Grattan Square and Kelly's Pharmacy Abbeyside and early booking is strongly recommended to guarantee your seats at the musical event of the year. The Story's All New the Music Is All Elvis. NEW TERM The stage school are now taking names for their new term that will commence on Monday 4th February and run until June. The school is now in it's tenth year and new students are always more that welcome into our stage school family. We cater for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 in our classes that take place every Monday and Wednesday in St. Joseph's School Dungarvan. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building, having fun and making new friends while learning all the skills of the performing arts from
the industries most talented and in demand professionals, skills that stay with and benefit our student’s way and beyond the world of the stage and rehearsal room. If you like to sing, dance and act or you just like to have fun and make new friends then Dungarvan and West Waterford's premier stage school is the place for you. All our students get to perform live on stage in our much talked about end of term full scale musical productions, so why not see for yourself why so many happy students cant be wrong. Our previous productions include Joseph, High School Musical, Beauty And The Beast, Grease, Seussical, Hairspray, Cat's, Annie, Sister Act, Legally Blonde and many more.Places are limited in all our classes so don't delay and secure your place today by simply calling or texting Brian or David on 087-2360330 or you can send us a message on our Facebook page and we will happily answer any questions you might have.
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Lovesong at Garter Lane Arts Centre Thursday, 17th January - Saturday, 19th January at 8.00 p.m. RED ‘N BLUE THEATRE present the Irish Premiere of Lovesong, a story of one couple, told from two different points in their lives – as young lovers in their late 20s and as worldly companions looking back on their relationship. Their past and present selves collide in this beautiful tale of togetherness. All relationships have their ups and downs; the optimism of youth becomes the wisdom of experience. Love is a leap of faith. It will be performed in Garter Lane Arts Centre from Thursday, 17th January to Saturday, 19th January at 8.00 p.m. Lovesong is supported by Waterford City and County Council and Creative Waterford. ‘Compelling, understated perfection, both poignant and uplifting’ – The Stage ‘Deeply moving, potently mixing memory and desire’ – The Telegraph ‘This portrait of enduring love tugs on the heartstrings’ – The Independent Abi Morgan is an Emmy and BAFTA award-winning writer of theatre, film and television. Credits include The Hour, Suffragette, The Iron Lady, Shame,Tiny Dynamite, Birdsong, Brick Lane, Splendour, The Night is Darkest Before Dawn, Fast Food, The Invisible Woman, Royal Wedding, My Fragile Heart, White Girl and Tender. LOVESONG will be performed by Jenny Fennessy, Dylan Kennedy, Sean Ahern and Mary Flavin Colbert. Jenny Fennessy whose credits include Call the Midwife (BBC), King Lear directed by Greg
Doran (Royal Shakespeare Company), Cymbeline directed by Melly Still (Royal Shakespeare Company), Liola directed by Sir Richard Eyre (National Theatre, London), Othello directed by Mark Lambert (Theatre Royal), A Life directed by Eleanor Rhode (Finborough Theatre) Blink directed by Killian Collins (Central Arts), The Bus directed by Philip Hardy (Barnstorm Theatre Company) and The Salvage Shop directed by Jim Nolan (Garter Lane). Dylan Kennedy whose credits include The Young Graham Norton (Channel 4), Katie Roche directed by Caroline Byrne (Abbey Theatre), Hansel and Gretel directed by Katie Mitchell (National Theatre), Philadelphia Here I Come directed by Lyndsey Turner (Donmar Warehouse), Peter Pan directed by John Tiffany (National Theatre of Scotland), The Beauty Queen of Leenane directed by Tony Cownie (Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh) Romeo in Romeo and Juliet directed by Ben Horlsen (Antic Disposition), The Bus directed by Philip Hardy (Barnstorm Theatre Company) and All Over Town directed by Tom Creed (Project Arts Centre, Dublin). RED ‘N BLUE THEATRE COMPANY Dylan and Jenny hail from Cork and Waterford respectively. Early in their careers they left Ireland to pursue acting work in London. Fifteen years later Dylan and Jenny have worked with some of the best theatre directors including Tony award winner John Tiffany, Oliver award winners Katie Mitchell, Lyndsey
Lovesong which will be performed by Sean Ahern, Mary Flavin Colbert, Dylan Kennedy and Jenny Fennessy.
Turner, Sir Richard Eyre and current artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare Company, Greg Doran. Dylan and Jenny have now returned to Ireland, combined their experience, passion and knowledge and formed Red ‘n Blue theatre company. This will be their debut production. As young actors they were given excellent opportunities from local drama groups before working in London. Jenny played Bridget in Jim Nolan’s Moonshine with Brideview Drama group which won the All Ireland Drama festival final. This success led to her first professional acting job in Jim Nolan’s The Salvage Shop in Garter Lane. Dylan played Joseph in The Everyman Palace, Cork in Joseph and his Techni-Coloured Dream Coat and Rolf in The Sound of Music at The Cork Opera House. Giving professional acting opportunities to amateur actors is something that Blue ‘n Red Theatre Company feel very passionate about. In Lovesong Sean Ahern and Mary FlavinColbert will make their professional debuts. Sean Ahern won best supporting actor in the RTE All Ireland final with Brideview drama for his portrayal of Mick Tracey in The Stolen Child. In fact he is no stranger to All Ireland finals having won the One Act Drama League of Ireland final last year playing Nashie in The Quiet Land and finishing second this year with Where is this Malabar? Both shows were produced by The Palace Players – who have been in All Ireland Finals on three other occasions with Sean in The Lonesome West,The Wake and The Gigli Concert. Sean’s credits include Bull McCabe in The Field, Jap Kavanagh in The Kings of the Kilburn High Road, Byrne in Big Maggie, Pato in the Beauty Queen of Leenane and John Bosco in The Chastitute. Mary Flavin Colbert is also an award winning actress having picked up the best actress in a supporting role award in 2015 playing Missus in Conversations on a Homecoming.This production by The Palace Players went on to win the RTE All Ireland Drama Festival final. Mary has also just been nominated for the best performance award for Hannie in Where is this Malabar? She is well known at The All Ireland Drama Festival finals having been in The Wake and The Crucible with The Palace Players and in Out of Order and Albertine in Five Times with Ballyduff Drama Group. Other credits include the title role in Moll, Maggie in Dancing at Lughnasa, Mag in The Beauty Queen of Lennane and Madge in Philadelphia Here I Come.
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Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan
Bumblebee By Tamara Ní Shíocháin
The Munich String Band.
Great Bluegrass Concert in Merry’s on 17th January IT has become a bye-word in the town of Dungarvan, how spectacular have been the bluegrass gigs put on over the last few years in Merry’s, by the Dungarvan Singers Club. They started of course eight years ago in Bridie Dee’s and continued through our time at Dillion’s, now Elsie’s, in Wolfe Tone Road. We’ve had the absolute cream of American Bluegrass from places as far apart as Montana, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Colorado and California. Our most recent band was Midnight Run from Tennessee and were among the very best we ever had! Merry’s Upper Room was packed to bursting and everybody really enjoyed the night. “A very authentic and enjoyable sound” one well-versed litterateur told me, afterwards. The ultimate tribute paid to them was all the requests for information I received subse-
quently regarding their next concert, their web-site and their albums, if people hadn’t been able to purchase them on the night. They truly were superb and have once again raised the standard we have come to expect at The Singers Club. Speaking of which, we have another great bluegrass band coming to us in Merry’s, this time on Thursday, January the 17th at 8pm. This is the Munich String Band, a classic bluegrass five piece line-up, consisting of the regulation fiddle, banjo, mandolin, flat-picked guitar and upright bass combination! Their material covers classic and contemporary Bluegrass with also great versions, in bluegrass style and arrangement, of the very best in Pop and Rock songs. Doing songs from other genres has become very popular among bluegrass artists and is now regularly featured. The
wonderful band Hayseed Dixie, in particular, has made a feature of this and have done excellent bluegrass covers of the great rock classics. Our local jazz star Ria has a brother in this great group, so there’s a nice local connection. His name is Joe Hymas and he plays mandolin with Hayseed Dixie. Ria Hymas herself is a wonderful sax player and singer and all round entertainer and performs regularly along with Sarah Layman suburb jazz singer, as Indigo Mood. Try and catch them! Remember – Dungarvan Singers Club proudly present The Munich String Band (Bluegrass Band) in Concert at 8.00 p.m. followed by Singers Club Session as usual - Merry’s Bar and Restaurant, Lower Main Street, Dungarvan - Thursday, January 17th (8.00 p.m. start). Admission: €10.
Catch up with VoiceOver News! DECEMBER is always jam packed with performances and this year was no exception for VoiceOver. On Sunday, 9th December, the choir took part in an afternoon of Christmas music and reflection, where the choir was one of a number of groups to perform in the beautiful surroundings of Mount Melleray Abbey. A capacity audience of six hundred enjoyed ‘The Light of Christmas’. It was a beautiful start to the season for the choir. Another capacity audience on Wednesday, 12th December saw VoiceOver happily once again returning as one of the guests at the annual Dungarvan Brass Band Community Carol Concert in the Friary Church. With Oliver Carroll as MC this concert was recorded and broadcast on WLRfm on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The Church of Ireland Community in St. Paul’s
Ardmore very kindly extended an invitation to VoiceOver to take part in Carols by Candlelight on Sunday, 16th December. This was a very special service in the atmospheric and intimate surroundings of historic St. Paul’s Church which wrapped up the Choirs diary for 2018. 2018 has quickly disappeared but the 2019 performance diary for the Choir is already looking very interesting! On Thursday, 7th February VoiceOver will perform as guests of the wellknown international group Tenors Unlimited in the Theatre Royal Waterford. This is a new and exciting opportunity for the Choir and at the moment the ladies are very busy rehearsing. Tickets €23 are on sale at the Theatre Royal’s Box Office … don’t be disappointed… definitely a night not to be missed! More details to follow next week.
IS é Bumblebee an séú cuid den tsraith Transformers. An am seo, bhí sé stiúrtha ag Travis Knight in ionad Michael Bay agus níl aon dabht ach go bhfuil sé difriúil óna scannáin eile. Bhí sé scríofa ag Christina Hodson agus is iad Hailee Steinfeld, John Cena, Jorge Lendeborg Jr, John Ortiz, Jason Drucker, agus Pamela Adlon. Tá an scannán seo suite sna 1980í agus tá sé sin an-suimiúil mar feicimid na “Autobots” nuair a thánaig siad go dtí an domhain den chéad uair. Tosnaíonn an scéal sa bhliain 1987 nuair atá Bumblebee gortaithe an t-aon Autobot a leaindeáil ar an Domhan. Chuaigh sé i bhfolach sa dumpa i bhfoirm VW Beetle. Faigheann cailín óg, Charlie, é mar bhronntanas agus tuigeann sí nach gnáthcharr é. Tá an cineamatagrafaíocht an-chosúil leis na scannáin ón 1980í agus cuireadh i gcomparáid leis an scannán cáiliúil ‘ET’. Gan amhras, is scannán maith é agus tá sé foirfe don teaghlach ar fad. D’fhéadfaí a rá gurb é an scannán is fearr sa tsraith go dtí seo. Ráta 4/5
Shakespeare’s “King Richard the 2nd” on NT Live from London’s Almeida Theatre: Tuesday, January 15th at 7.00 p.m. “IN performance it must be melodious, well orchestrated, youthful, headlong, violent and vivid”(Sir John Gielgud) Teresa May isn’t the first English ruler to suffer nightmares because of an “Irish Problem” – on October 2nd, 1394, King Richard the 2nd landed in Waterford with 10,000 soldiers to chastise some ‘recalcitrant Irish Lords’. His nine months’ progress was deemed a success; warlords from all over Ireland submitted to him in person. Unfortunately (for Richard), in June 1398, Richard Mortimer, the King’s lieutenant, was killed by the Gaelic Irish near Carlow. The King wasn’t wise enough to stay away from our ‘troublesome land’ and in the following year he returned. It was one of his last great mistakes. His army was weakened by ambushes while the drain on the finances back home was extremely unpopular. He rushed home to quell a rebellion but Richard Bolingbroke (who succeeded him as King Henry 4th) soon deprived him of his freedom, his crown and his life. If Richard had stayed at home, we would have no “King Henry the 4th, Part One”, no Harry Hotspur or Prince Hal – countless Inter Cert students would have shouted “Halleluiah to that”! But then, we wouldn’t have Falstaff or Mistress Quickly either from the Great Dramatist. And no Henry the 8th, no Cromwell in our history books. Ah, what might have been! Richard the 2nd is a play about the dethronement of a reigning King, how power corrupts, about the downfall of the moral order, about treachery and of how ruling elites exploit their inferiors – in fact, a play for our times! So subversive and dangerous was it considered to be that in every edition published during the reign of Elizabeth 1, the great abdication scene, where Richard cedes the throne to his cousin Bolingbroke, was omitted - the Queen was the subject of many conspiracies and she never felt secure on the throne. The plot develops on the following line:- Richard, a weak monarch, as much poet and dreamer as he is King, is faced by an opportunistic rival. Henry Bolingbroke, Duke of Hereford and cousin to the King, accuses Thomas Mowbray of murdering the King’s uncle.The King sentences Mowbray to exile for life and Bolingbroke to six years of banishment.When John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster and uncle of Bolingbroke, dies, Richard seizes Gaunt’s estates – to pay for his upcoming Irish campaign. This illegal act gained him powerful enemies, especially the Earl of Northumberland, father of Harry Hotspur. While Richard is in Ireland, Bolingbroke lands in Ravenspurgh,Yorkshire, in defiance of his banishment, and marches to Berkeley Castle. In a challenge to the King, Bolingbroke executes two of the latter’s great favourites, Bushy and Green. The populace sides with Bolingbroke and when Richard lands in Wales, he is imprisoned at Flint Castle. The rest is history … . I look forward to seeing Simon Russell Beale’s portrayal of Richard (a part that the late John Gielgud made his own), one of the least macho of English mon-
archs; Fiona Shaw has played the role in the National Theatre.This, the most poetic of the Bard’s plays, is also one of the most frequently produced. What a great opportunity to see one of Shakespeare’s most interesting plays with a very strong cast. Well worth a visit, methinks! [Fogra: Jenny Fennessy from Ballysaggart, is one of the best supporters of the SGC Live screenings but she goes one better than the rest of us.While she regularly joins us in the cinema, there were two times she couldn’t do so! - BECAUSE JENNY WAS ON THE SCREEN AND WE LOOKED AT HER! Yes, she was on-screen, Live, with The Royal Shakespeare Company from Stratford-Upon-Avon, first in “Cymbeline” and, then, in “King Lear”. Now Jenny and her husband, Dylan Kennedy, are presenting “Lovesong” by Abi Morgan in Garter Lane Theatre, Waterford from Jan 17th to 19th. An AllIreland winning actress in 2005 with Brideview Drama in Jim Nolan’s delightful play, “Moonshine”, Jenny, along with Dylan, joins two amateur actors in Garter Lane.The latter are two of Ireland’s greatest-ever actors, Mary Flavin-Colbert and Sean Aherne – either or both on the stage can transport you to another time and place where, in the words of Louis MacNeice, “Time is away and somewhere else”.Two of the acting ‘greats’ of my sixty-plus years as a theatregoer on stage with Jenny and Dylan, who’ve performed in some of the world’s greatest theatres with celebrated Directors such as Sir Richard Eyre, Katie Mitchell and Greg Doran. It could be the theatrical event of the year. I wish them all well. Jim Ryan
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GREENWAY GUIDE Thank you to all who purchased our new Greenway Guide making it a best seller over the Christmas period. We have had very positive feedback on it. DECIES JOURNAL The latest issue of Decies, the journal of the Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society is now available. The articles concentrate mainly on the WWI period. William Fraher has an article on Ballysaggartmore House and its owners - the Anson family: “The war is more shadowlike than ever here” - An English governess in Ireland during WWI. Niall O’Brien has an article titled: “Clashmore and Cappagh in Medieval Times”. Other articles relating to West Waterford include: “A Bride in Tallow 1941-42” by Brigid McIntyre, “The Currey Family and the Stained Glass Memorials in St. Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore” by Karen Hannon and “The 1918 General Election in County Waterford” by Dr. Pat McCarthy. ST. MARY’S PARISH CHURCH GATES An excellent job has been done on the restoration of the ornamental gates and railings of St. Mary’s Parish Church which were badly damaged in 2018. The gates were originally erected by the Parish Priest Jeremiah Halley in 1849. His name features on the central pillars and the date 1838 which refers to the year in which he was made Parish Priest. Unfortunately we don’t know the name of the firm who made the gates. Congratulations to all concerned in the restoration.
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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.
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 connection we are very happy to accept them. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at (058) 45960 to arrange a visit.
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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
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Upcoming Screenings at SGC Dungarvan IN conjunction with SGC Dungarvan, tickets for these screenings will be available at a reduced cost at Waterford County Museum.
The Powers of St. Brigid’s Well Brewery An Illustrated Lecture by Des Power THOMAS Power was Chairman of the Town Commissioners in 1902 and 1908, and from 1911 to 1913. The first meeting of Waterford County Council was held in the Grand Jury Room in Waterford Courthouse on Saturday, 22nd April, 1899. This group consisted of two nominees of the Grand Jury and seven representatives of the Rural District Councils. Mr. Thomas Power of Dungarvan and Mr. James O’Brien of Aglish House were proposed as interim chairman. Thomas Power was elected by 16 votes to 11. It was decided to hold all future meetings at the Courthouse in Dungarvan. Thomas Power was chairman of the Council from 1899-1900
and from 1913 to 1918. He was a member of the County Council until 1920. He is probably better known by Dungarvan folk as being the proprietor of ‘Powers Brewery’ Dungarvan but prior to this he established an award winning Cider manufacturing business in the town. The following was written about him: ‘Thomas Power of Dungarvan, so to speak recreated the Blackwater cider industry, and it may be truly said that he came literally with a rush to the front rank of the most renowned cider makers of Great Brittan and Ireland as the following Prize Medals testify: The Dublin Show, 1904, The Royal Agriculture Show London,
Brewers Exhibition London, (twice) Amsterdam, MunsterConnacht Exhibition. These successes give no surprise when viewed in relation to the analytical reports of the article manufactured by Thomas Power and Co. (a) This cider was found to be absolutely free form chemical preservatives, and preserving to a remarkable degree the delicate flavour of the fresh fruit trees from which it is undoubtedly wholly preserved: hygiene record, report No 1684. (b) This is a genuine cider of good quality: Charles A Cameron, City of Dublin, analysed. Thomas Power’s son, Paul I Power who continued the business at St. Brigid’s Well Brewery, like his father is well remem-
bered, not only in Dungarvan but throughout Ireland. Des Power is the younger son of Paul I Power, and we are delighted that he has agreed to speak about his family, the Powers of St. Brigid’s Well Brewery. Des Power attended his early schooling at the C.B.S Dungarvan. After college he
worked in financial services in both Ireland & England. Des and his wife, Isabel have three sons, two in Dublin and one in Boston. Des has four grandchildren. Sadly, his wife Isabel died in 2010. When he retired he returned to live in Dungarvan in 2006. He is involved with the Dungarvan Lions Club and
a member of Dungarvan Golf Club. This promises to be a most interesting talk. It will take place at Waterford County Museum on Friary Street on Wednesday, 16th January at 8.00 p.m. and all are welcome to attend. There will be a €5 entrance fee.
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The Towns and Villages of the Waterford Greenway a history of Dungarvan, Abbeyside, Stradbally, Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and Waterford City.
An excerpt from the Stradbally chapter of Waterford County Museum’s new book The Towns & Villages of the Waterford Greenway. The book is a history of Dungarvan, Abbeyside, Stradbally, Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and Waterford City. The Stradbally chapter was written by Cian Flaherty.
BALLYVOILE RAILWAY VIADUCT It was said that in so doing, Bowen saved the ratepayers of the county an outlay of £8,000. The bridge reopened in August 1923. Local newspapers reported that ‘The first vehicle to cross over the bridge was a float driven by Mr. Thomas Beatty with a load of goods from Durrow railway station’. Further sabotage at the viaduct occurred on the evening of 31 January 1923. A breakdown train
BALLYVOILE railway viaduct was destroyed during the Irish Civil War (28 June 1922 – 24 May 1923) which followed the Irish War of Independence. The forces of the fledgling Irish Free State founded after the signing of the treaty with Britain fought more hardline Irish republicans who opposed the treaty. Many of those who fought on both sides of the conflict had been members of the IRA during the War of Independence. On the evening of 4 August 1922, members of the anti-Treaty IRA stationed in Dungarvan Castle blew up the centre arch of the road bridge and one of the arches of the viaduct, in an attempt to prevent the National Army from entering Dungarvan.The following days saw the collapse, arch by arch, of almost the entire viaduct (the sole remaining arch was blown up when work began on the new viaduct). It was said that the fish in the river were poisoned by the lime from the masonry from the viaduct. The road bridge was saved by the quick intervention of the County Surveyor, Mr. Bowen, who stabilised it with wooden supports, a hazardous job for those involved.
from Waterford had been removing wreckage caused by a recent derailment near Durrow Station. Shortly before 4.00 p.m., the work completed, the train was about to return to Waterford when it was surrounded by armed members of the IRA. The occupants – District Inspector Mr Purdon, Loco Inspector Mr Capsey, and about twenty repair men – were ordered off. The train was sent backwards
Ballyvoile viaduct with Helvick Head in the background. through the tunnel towards Durrow to build up steam, then forwards – driverless – to Ballyvoile. The locomotive and the portion of the train nearest it plunged over the precipice, landing upside down in the valley below. The train must have been travelling quite slowly however, as four wagons and the workmen’s coach remained hanging over the edge. Unsurprisingly, the locomotive was later scrapped. Thomas Keohan’s photographs of the destruction at Ballyvoile were published in newspapers all around the world – he later joked that the one of the train hanging over the edge paid for his wedding! The replacement viaduct at
Ballyvoile was built by the McAlpine construction firm (made famous by the ballad McAlpine’s Fusiliers) with local labour, and it is said that many of these men later worked for McAlpine in England. Work commenced in October 1923. Although the Civil War was over, the work was guarded by soldiers, who slept in railway carriages on site.The new viaduct, consisting of metal girders supported by three concrete piers, opened in June 1924. BUY THE BOOK This impressive 270-page book priced at €20 is now available in the following local outlets. Dungarvan: Eurospar Abbeyside, Reader’s Choice, Shalloe’s
The wreckage of Locomotive No. 189, Ballyvoile viaduct, February 1923.
The train hangs over Ballyvoile Viaduct, February 1923.
Map of Stradbally by Michael Power and Anne Lannon Power.
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Newsagents, Dungarvan Tourist Office, Waterford County Museum, David Walsh Office Supplies and Easons. Stradbally: Cunningham's Supermarket. Dunhill: Education Centre. Kilmacthomas: Post Office. Kilmeaden: Hickson's Centra. Lismore: Heritage Centre. Portlaw: Portlaw Heritage Centre, Fogarty’s Shop. Waterford City: The Book Centre, Ardkeen Foodstore. Online: www.waterfordmuseum.ie/greenway All profits go towards supporting Waterford heritage groups. The project is supported by Waterford Leader partnership, Waterford Council and The Heritage Council.
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Portrait of an artist … By Donal Buckley
The Old Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan
Dungarvan Tidy Towns HAPPY New Year to all the volunteers and members of Dungarvan Tidy Towns! Welcome to a new year where we have lots of plans to keep Dungarvan and surrounds looking beautiful! We ended 2018 on a great note with our Beach Clean at Ballyvoyle Beach, where over 35 volunteers turned out to help. The plastic and ropes etc. picked up from the beach was unbelievable. Well done to all involved from our regular volunteers and local businesses. GET INVOLVED! Perhaps you have resolutions to do more, or get involved in your community more or be more environmentally aware? If so we'd love to invite you to our next Tidy Towns Clean-Up. If you want to blow off the cobwebs on Sunday, January 13th from 12.00 noon to 1.00 p.m., we'd love to see you! We are returning to Ballyvoyle Beach for another Beach Clean. We will meet in the Park Hotel at 11.30 am, so we can carshare and also travel in convoy in case people don’t know where the location of this beach is. Follow us on Facebook Dungarvan Tidy Towns, weekly in the local news papers, drop us an email dungarvantidytown@gmail.com Make this your New Years resolution!
AS a budding artist some years ago, my ambition was to one day have a painting of mine hang in The Old Market House Art Gallery. It would have been the belief of many fine local artists that having your work displayed there would be equivalent to exhibiting in The Tate London or The Uffizi Gallery in Rome. That was the awe in which this forbidding edifice held for the more marginal artists. As I have discovered, nothing could be further from the truth. Let’s compare the myths with the facts. Myth 1. The Old Market House is an antiquated and imposing building which has the date 1641 embossed on the front wall.To all intents and purposes it gives the impression of a musty government building. Fact-Inside, however is a modern interior with bright decor and lighting. Myth 2. It stands overseeing a long street at the far end of town and is deliberately isolated from the general public.Fact-The truth is that it sits in the midst of a vibrant quarter of the town surrounded by several great restaurants and bars, historical sites and harbour views. On the same street there are artists studios, a book shop and an art materials supplier. Myth 3. Its a stuffy, elitist venue filled with dusty old portraits and disinterested civil servants. FactThe staff of The Arts Centre couldn't be more welcoming or helpful.The art and handmade craft items on display change many times each year and sometimes on a weekly basis. As well as introducing new and young artists, many styles and genres of art are on show. They welcome classical, modern and abstract from professionals as well as amateurs. There are musical and poetry gatherings held here regularly. Pottery, carving, woodwork, painted silk, sculpture, photography and crafts are exhibited and sold here all the time. Local writers and artists can launch books or exhibits. Schools hold art shows and various artists have classes that are open to anyone of any skill level. You can buy gifts in the form of scarves and pashmina's, hats, jewellery, household ware, books, prints and much more. There is no
pressure to buy, just to enjoy the displays and the relaxed atmosphere. The building itself has had an eclectic history. The original purpose of it was as a butter market with the towns council chambers upstairs. It has had various incarnations in the public and private sector since then. Its been a courthouse, a library and museum, a storehouse for wines and spirits and offices. The upstairs room is named Seomra de Paor after Young Irelander Edmond Power who was hanged outside for his part in the 1798 Rebellion. In the year 2000 The Old Market House was opened as an Arts Centre by the then Minister for Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands Sile De Valera. Since then, The Old Market House has hosted the great, the good and the average from far and wide. Anybody and everybody is welcomed by Margaret, Assumpta or Anne to this wonderful resource that many towns could only wish for. This is a free service and should be utilised by individuals, groups, schools and communities. The Old Market House Arts Centre is not elitist,it never has been, its for everyone.
Thomas McCarthy
Lani O’Hanlon at her book signing.
Nicola Chestnutt - And In This Moment
Tryptich
Padraig McCaul
Maria Dowling - Cappoquin Boathouse.
SCHOOL NEWS Festive Snowmen in Árd Scoil na nDéise THE week before Christmas our First Year students brought a fun and festive end to their first term in Árd Scoil na nDéise with a Christmas party and a lesson in making snowmen! Their Year Head Ms. Pickering very kindly organised a master class in snowman making with Ms. Curran and we are sure you will all agree that the results were just fantastic. Well done to all involved!
Smiling faces after afun morning making snowmen!
Well done girls. They look great!
Just a family of snowmen under a Christmas tree!
Proud of their creations!
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DUNGARVAN C.B.S.
Christmas Raffle THE draw for the annual Parents’ Advisory Christmas Raffle took place on the Tuesday, 18th December, before the end of Term. Once again this year the raffle was excellenty supported by the school community and the wider community, we would like to thank all those who purchased tickets and supported Dungarvan CBS by doing so. The following is a list of prizewinners from the Parents' Advisory Council's Christmas Raffle 2018:Winner: 1st Prize: Cash €200 (Parents’ Advisory Council) Catherine Foran. 2nd Prize - Nissan Garage Voucher Danny Kennedy. 3rd Prize - Noel Devereux Voucher - Eoin Lynch. 4th Prize - An Seanachaí Voucher - Mairead Fahey. 5th Prize Hamper (Onionsack) - Teresa Collins. 6th Prize - Walsh’s Service Station Lemybrien Voucher - Natalie Sheehan. 7th Prize - Tomás Murray Dentist Voucher - Adam O’Riordan. 8th Prize - Flahavan’s Hamper - Eoin Flavin. 9th Prize - Cash €50 (Nautical Inflatables) Theresa Fitzgerald. 10th Prize - Boots Hamper - Betty Condon. 11th Prize - Olivére’s Health & Beauty Salon Voucher - Claire Byrne. Student Prize - Albert McGrath’s Sweet Hamper - Eoin McGrath. All involved with the Parents’ Advisory Council and Dungarvan CBS would like to take this opportunity to thank those who contributed prizes to the raffle.You support is greatly appreciated by the whole school community! UNDER 14 A FOOTBALL COUNTY FINAL Our Under 14 Footballers won a very tightly contested County A Football Final played in very challenging conditions on Monday, 17th December.The boys put in a great display and overcame a very determined and skilful St. Declan’s Kilmacthomas side on the night. Congratulations to all involved in the game and a special thanks to the large number of supporters that travelled to see the boys in action. The boys really enjoyed the experience and it was great to see such support for the CBS on the night. WELL BEING CHRISTMAS MOVIE On the final day of term the CBS Wellbeing Committee treated the students to a Christmas Movie show in the main assembly. A lovely atmosphere was created as students of all classes and teachers relaxed to enjoy a seasonal movie together.The boys truly enjoyed the experience and the movie created an excellent atmosphere on the final day of term! STUDENT COUNCIL DONATION TO LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS APPEAL The Student Council of Dungarvan CBS ran a number of Hot Chocolate mornings on the weeks leading up to the Christmas Break to raise funds to help the Lions Club help those in need over the Christmas period. Over the course of the Hot Chocolate morning the Student Council raised €200.The boys presented the donation to members of the Lions Club on Thursday 20th December.
Dungarvan CBS County Under 14 A Football Champions.
Sean Whelan (1st Year) helping Mr. McGrath draw the winning names for the Christmas Raffle.
CBS Captain Peter Cummins receives the County A Cup from Stephen Enright.
Students enjoying the Wellbeing Commitee Christmas Movie.
Darryl Harty (1st Year) drawing the winning name of the Student Sweet Hamper.
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Garranbane National School A FUN and busy last term in Garranbane. The senior end of the school took part in a soccer tournament with Mr. McIntyre. We had a very special visitor who came to make sure students and teachers were on the good list! Well done to our lucky raffle winners. Thanks to the Parents’ Association for their help throughout the year. All classes enjoyed trips to the cinema before we broke up for the Christmas holidays.
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OUR LADY OF MERCY NATIONAL SCHOOL, STRADBALLY
Busy times in Stradbally NS PUPILS and teachers alike have been kept on their toes right through to the Christmas holidays. DOGS TRUST Heather from Dogs Trust came to visit with her dog Jack. Heather gave a lovely talk on the work of Dogs Trust and caring for dogs. Everybody was highly impressed with the highly informative talk and more especially with Jack’s great behaviour, a well-trained one year old! CHRISTMAS PLAYS Our eagerly awaited Christmas plays got under way at 7.00 p.m. on Thursday, 13th December in the Holy Cross Church Stradbally. We had three separate performances: On stage first were the Junior and Senior infants with “The Sleepy Shepherd”. Every child played their part to perfection a credit to Mrs. Crowley and Colette Cullinan with over thirty, four to six year olds. Next up were first to third class with their play “Santa’s Missing Hat”. Again, their singing and acting was down to a fine art under the watchful eye of their teacher Ms. Natalie Browne. Finally, up on the stage were fourth, fifth and sixth class with their twist on “Little Red Riding Hood”. The singing was spectacular and the acting second to none. Well done Mr. Walsh. Many thanks to our drama teacher Ms. Hogan who helped prepare the children for their plays. Donations at the door were given to the Lions Club Christmas Appeal. WOODHOUSE Having partaken in drawing Woodhouse for a Christmas Card competition Laura Doheny’s (Sixth class) picture was chosen by Jim and Sally Thompson as the one to be printed and there was a copy for everybody in the audience! Well done Laura. On the 14th of December Junior Infants to second class were invited to Woodhouse to meet Santa. This was truly amazing. Santa’s elf greeted us on arrival and lead us to a tree covered hill where we climbed seventy steps to meet Santa in his cavern and play in the playhouse. Then we were brought for a Christmas party and entertainment in the Walled Garden where Santa came and gave each child a present. This was repeated on Monday the 17th December for third to sixth class. Every child and teacher went home very happy. A huge thank you to June James, Santa and his elf and all those who made this such a memorable occasion. But most of all thank you to Jim and Sally Thompson without whom this would not have been possible. CHRISTMAS RAFFLE On the day of the Christmas holidays the Parent’s Association had their Christmas draw in the school.The raffle was very well supported by all the school community. The winners were as follows: 1. Shane Fennell (Sallyfort Farm Voucher); 2. Ryan Costello (Aine’s Kennels Voucher); 3. Helen Costello (Ballinacourty Hamper); 4. Tina Oates (Fruit hamper Ballinacourty); 5. Sean D’arcy (Flahavans Hamper); 6. Breda Costello (Nail Varnish Set); 7. Ryan Keegan (Hamper). Santa also visited on the day of the holidays thanks to Dermot O’Brien from Sallyfort Farm. RED KETTLE In January we are looking forward to what has become a yearly visit from Red Kettle. Each year they come and produce some wonderful shows and the children love to be chosen to get involved. I’m sure we are in for another cracker this year.
Science week in Mrs.Crowley's room.
Woodhouse Christmas Card Art winners.
Parents' Association Raffle winners.
Happy Group enjoying their Christmas party at Woodhouse.
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Our Lady of Mercy NS Stradbally – Dogs Trust visits the school.
Our Lady of Mercy NS Stradbally – Sallyfort's Santa visits the school.
Our Lady of Mercy NS Stradbally – Junior and Senior Infants with their shoeboxes.
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TIMOTHY CHAVASSE Castletownshend, Co. Cork, and CareChoice, Dungarvan
PIERCE (Piery) BUTLER Lackendara, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford
It is with great sadness that we record the passing of Timothy Chavasse which sad event occurred on Sunday, 6th January, 2019. To his family and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy.
It is with deep regret that we record the passing of Pierce (Piery) Butler which sad event occurred on Friday, 4th January, 2019. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Sunday evening to St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning and burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To his sons Michael, James, Anthony and daughter Maura; sister Margaret Barry; sister-in-law Therese; daughters-in-law Triona, Maureen and Loraine; son-in-law David; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy.
(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).
St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan The Baptism of the Lord: Isaiah 40: 1-5. 911 - The Glory of the Lord shall be revealed and all mankind shall see it. Titus 2: 11-14; 3: 4-7 - He saved us by cleansing water of rebirth and by renewing us with the Holy Spirit. Luke 3:15-16, 21-22 - While Jesus after his own baptism was at prayer, heaven opened. Christmas Collection: Please continue to return your Christmas collection envelopes. It may be lying around at home. It is never too late to return it. This is also a gentle reminder to people who do not normally contribute or who let the occasion slip by, to consider supporting your priests. It isn’t fair to let the burden fall on a small number of people. Please give this matter your consideration.Without any doubt, every contribution is greatly appreciated as the number of people/families contributing to the priests’ collections is decreasing each year. Thank you. Ordinary Time: Next Monday, January 14th we begin ‘Ordinary Time or ‘Of the
Year’ – for example, next Sunday is the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C. Ordinary Time continues until Tuesday, March 5th, Tuesday of the 8th week on Ordinary Time, Shrove Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. Lent is followed by Easter and the weeks of Easter until Pentecost (9th June) On the day after Pentecost, we resume Ordinary Time with Monday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time/Of the Year which continues until the First Sunday of Advent (1st December, 2019). Green vestments are worn in ordinary time, as a sign of growth, and as a way of saying that we grow in quiet ways in ordinary time throughout the year, outside of the high points of the Church’s seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter. Alpha 2019: Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith to which everyone is welcome. Each session looks at a different question about faith/life/meaning and is designed to lead to discussion.
The Alpha programme will begin in Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan on Tuesday, 22nd January next from 7.00 p.m. – 9.00 p.m. Alpha explores life, faith, meaning and is open to people over 18 years of age, of any faith or none and is free of charge. Each session is made up of a meal, a video presentation and a discussion. For more information contact the parish office 058 42374 or email parishofficedungarvan@eircom.net 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 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 0877747870.
New Year begins at Blackwater year students and Parents/Guardians will take place on Tuesday, January 15th, at 4.00 p.m. BT YOUNG SCIENTIST & TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION Best of luck to the students involved in this year’s Young Scientist Exhibition in the RDS, Dublin, this week.
CAMOGIE NEWS Best of luck to our Senior team who take on Fermoy this Tuesday. SCHOOL MASS This Thursday morning at 10.00 a.m. we will have a Whole School Mass in the Parish Church.
ST. JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL
Welcome back and Happy New Year to everyone THE Parents’ Association would like to thank all those who supported our fundraiser before Christmas, those who bought our school calendars, who baked and donated cakes to the cake sale and came to our coffee morning. All monies raised goes towards the school. Our sport and recreational fund starts up again this week and money bags will be given out on Thursday. Our table quizzes are upcoming beginning with 3rd/4th on Tuesday 15th in the school hall followed by 5th/6th on Tuesday 22nd.
(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).
ANNE-MARIE CORCORAN (née Murphy) Bohadoon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, and formerly of "The Harp & Shamrock Bar", Kiskeam, Mallow, Co. Cork It is with sadness and regret that we record the passing of AnneMarie Corcoran which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 25th December, 2018. Rosary was recited at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Friday, 28th December. Funeral arrived to St. Patrick's Church, Kilbrien, on Saturday 29th for Funeral Mass at 12 noon, with burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To her husband Tom; sons and daughters Aidan, Thomas, Danny, Martina and Carolanne; grandchildren, sons-in-law Ger and Martin; daughter-in-law Caroline; sisters-in-law Julia and Marie; nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).
BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL
WELCOME back to all staff and students as our New Term begins. It will be a very busy one for our Junior and Leaving Cert students with Pre-Exams coming up in February. FIRST YEAR PARENT TEACHER MEETING The Parent teacher meeting for out first
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JACKIE FRAHER Kilbrien Upper, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford It is with deep regret that we record the passing of Jackie Fraher which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 26th December, 2018. Rosary was recited at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Thursday evening. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday morning, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Peg; sons Billy, Pat and Noel; daughters Marita and Elaine; grandchildren, sons-in-law John and Brendan; daughters-inlaw Tisha, Anne and Helen; sisters Sr. Eugene, Bon Secours, Cork, Alice and Margo, USA; brothers Paddy and Liam; sisters-in-law, his many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).
MARY LONERGAN Boolavounteen, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford It is with profound sorrow that we record the passing of Mary Lonergan which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 1st January, 2019. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Wednesday evening to St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena. Funeral Mass took place on Thursday morning and burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To her husband Jimmy; daughter Kay; son Eamonn; sisters Kathleen Hickey and Cissie O’Donnell; daughter-in-law Una Lonergan; sonin-law Liam Tobin; grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).
ANN NESBITT (née Hickey) Mitchell Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford
3rd class receiving their certs following their swimming lessons in Clonea.
It is with deep and sincere regret that we record the passing of Ann Nesbitt which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 19th December, 2018. Memorial took place on Friday, 28th December, 2018, in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan. To her family and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
ANNE FAHEY (nee Flynn) “Áit Aoibhinn”, Tournore, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, and formerly of Toor, Ballyduff Upper It is with great sadness that we record the passing of Anne Fahey (nee Flynn), “Áit Aoibhinn”, Tournore, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, wife of the late Joe Fahey, which sad event occurred peacefully on 20th December, 2018, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Anne was born on 11th November, 1923, in Toor, Ballyduff Upper. She worked for Dr. P.K. Kiely and family in Cork for a number of years. The Kiely family spent their Summer holidays in Ardmore which was where Anne met Joe Fahey whom she married in 1953. Anne was predeceased by her three brothers and three sisters. May she rest in peace. Anne lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday, 21st December, where prayers were recited by Fr. Tony Egan, O.S.A., followed by removal to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Funeral prayers were led by Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P.; Fr. Colin Fives, O.S.A., and Fr. Tony Egan, O.S.A. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday morning, 22nd December, by Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., assisted by Fr. Colin Fives, O.S.A. Readings during the Mass were recited by Teresa Flynn (daughter). The Responsorial Psalm was played by Sinéad O’Connell (granddaughter). Prayers of the Faithful were read by Sinéad O’Connell (grand-daughter), Helen Millar (niece), Marie Fahey (niece-in-law) and Chris Broderick (niece). Offertory Gifts were presented at the altar by grandchildren Joseph and Aoife Fahey. Afterwards burial took place in Kilgobinet Cemetery. Fr. Hassett, P.P., imparted the graveside blessing and led the Rite of Committal. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. David Mahony and the staff at Shandon Clinic for their unfailing kindness and attention to Anne. The family would also like to thank Public Health Nurses Orlaith O’Mahoney and Patricia Barry, and Gretta McGovern (Home Help) who was a great friend to Anne for the past two and a half years. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving family Mattie (son);Teresa Flynn (daughter); Geraldine (daughter-in-law); grandchildren Sinéad O’ Connell, Joseph Fahey and Aoife Fahey; great-grandchildren Ornaith, Treasa and Ruairí and grandson-in-law Gary O’Connell. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, 17th January, 2019, at 10.00 a.m. in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside.
OBITUARY MARY (May) McCARTHY (nee McCarthy) Chapel Street, Tallow, and formerly of Parkdotia, Tallow With sincere sorrow and regret we record the passing of Mary (May) McCarthy (nee McCarthy), Chapel Street,Tallow, and formerly of Parkdotia,Tallow, Co.Waterford, which sad event occurred suddenly on 29th December, 2018. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Saturday evening, Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C., in the presence of her loving family relatives and friends. On Sunday evening funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C., in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends, before removal took place to the Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Symbols representing Mary’s life were presented to the altar by grandson Sean (Rosary beads, Holy medal and a prayer), grand-daughter Sophie (a radio), son John (family photographs) and daughter Martina (Golden Anniversary 50 Years Marriage symbol). The significance of these were narrated by grand-daughter Maria. Readings during the Mass were recited by grandson David and niece Mary. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Shane Houlihan, Karen and Adrian O’Brien and Peter Willoughby. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by soloist Mary Peddar-Daly throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by her loving husband Michael and sister Ann Hogan. Following Communion, grandson David recited a poem and grand-daughter Julie delivered a beautiful tribute to her grandmother and showed their appreciation on behalf of the family for the help they received throughout the funeral. 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 Michael; son John and his partner Suzsanna; daughter Martina; brother Tom McCarthy; sister Ann Hogan; grandchildren Maria, Julie, David, Sean and Sophie; great-grandchildren Adrian, Darragh and Billie-Mae; brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).
(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
CHERRY SUSAN SCOTT (nee Cresswell-Turner) 13 Ashley Court, Lismore, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Glenaros, Aros, Salen, Isle of Mull, Argyll, Scotland
MICHAEL MOORE Ballingown West, Villierstown
It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Cherry Susan Scott (nee Cresswell-Turner), 13 Ashley Court, Lismore, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Glenaros, Aros, Salen, Isle of Mull, Argyll, Scotland, loving wife of the late Michael, which sad event occurred peacefully on 19th December, 2018, in the tender and loving care of Nursing staff at Glendonagh Nursing Home, Dungourney, Midleton, Co. Cork. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Thursday evening, 27th December, Rosary was recited by her loving family in the presence of relatives, neighbours and friends. On Friday evening, 28th December, Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends, before removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday morning, 29th December, by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. Nigel Woollen (London), Rev. Fr. Denis Luke, O.C.S.O., and Rev. Fr. Eamonn Roche (Midleton). Readings during the Mass were recited by grand-daughter Leonie Boras. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandchildren Mary and Daniel Boras. A lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Funeral Mass were provided by organist Donal Kennifick and soloist Becky McCloskey. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by daughter Sarah and son-in-law Bernard Boras. As the coffin was shouldered from the Church to the hearse, the funeral cortége made its way via her home in Ashley Court. Burial will take place in the Gruline Cemetery, Isle of Mull, Scotland, on the 10th January, 2019. May she Rest In Peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving family; daughters Sarah Boras and Caroline; sister Patricia (Pat) Davies; son-in-law Bernard Boras; grandchildren Leonie, Mary and Daniel; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
With sincere sadness and regret we record the passing of Michael Moore, Ballingown West,Villierstown, Cappoquin, Co.Waterford, loving son of the late David and Margaret (Peggy) (nee Chapman), which sad event occurred unexpectedly on 23rd December, 2018. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Wednesday evening, 26th December, by family friend Marie Mernin in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. On Thursday evening, 27th December, Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., recited Funeral Prayers in the presence of his loving family before removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday morning by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P. Symbols representing Michael’s life were presented to the altar by daughters Roseanne (St. Christopher Medal), Crystal (Cross) and Shannon (Rosary beads and Ireland flag), sisters Gráinne Mernin (a fishing rod), Bridget Landers (a gun cleaning kit) and Anita Hamill (a can of Guinness) and Mark, Ricki and Shelly presented family photographs; the significance of these were narrated by nephew Eric Moore. Readings during the Mass were recited by nieces Ellie and Jessie Doyle and the Psalm was read by niece Aisling Mernin. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Amelda Moore, Stephen and Aisling Mernin, Daniel Hamill, Sophie Landers, Trisha O’Brien and Danny. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by family friends Marie and Joan Mernin. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the Aglish Churchyard cemetery. Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Michael was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he Rest In Peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving daughters Roseanne, Shannon and Crystal; brothers David and Sean; sisters Mary Dalton, Bridget Landers, Anita Hamill, Gráinne Mernin and Imelda Landers; brothers-in-law James Dalton, James Landers, Colin Hamill, Michael Mernin and Declan Landers; sisters-in-law Deirdre and Micheala; nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, grandchildren, his very special friend Bobby, relatives, neighbours and friends.
(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
59 JAMES RONAYNE Lackensilla, Aglish With sincere regret we record the passing of James Ronayne, Lackensilla, Aglish, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred unexpectedly on 15th December, 2018. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin. On Sunday evening Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and friends. On Monday evening Funeral Prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and friends, before removal took place to the Church of the Assumption, Aglish. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P. At the beginning of Mass, niece Catherine Whelan expressed her appreciation to the community for all their help at this difficult time and sister Margaret Nesbitt shared fond memories of her brother, followed by symbols representing Jimmy’s life, which were presented to the altar by neighbours Aidan Mernin (walking stick) and Karen Lenihan (cap), friend Patsy Fleming (Farmers’ Journal) and nephew Thomas Whelan (Rosary beads). Readings during the Mass were recited by nieces Sharon Nesbitt and Catherine Whelan. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by soloist Dina Walshe. Prayers of the Faithful were read by neighbours Aidan Mernin and Karen Lenihan, friend Katie Fleming and nephew Ray Nesbitt. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by sister Margaret Nesbitt and brother-in-law John Nesbitt. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor officiated the graveside prayers where James was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he Rest In Peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving brother Thomas; sisters Bridget Whelan and Maggie Nesbitt; brother-in-law Johnny Nesbitt; nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).
MARY KYNE Davis Street, Dungarvan, and formerly of Murphy Place, Abbeyside (Ex Medical Missionaries of Mary and late of Waterford Glass) The local community learned with feelings of deep sadness and regret of the passing of Mary Kyne on Saturday, 5th January. Predeceased by her parents Tom and Abbie; brother Anthony; we extend our deepest sympathy to Mary’s brothers Billy and Garvan; sister Anne Lynch (Midleton); sisters-in-law Kay and Phyllis Kyne; nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family and friends. Mary lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Monday, 7th January, where huge numbers of people came to pay their respects. Following Funeral Prayers recited by Fr. Tony Egan, O.S.A., the removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. On arrival the Service of Reception was led by Fr. John Harris, C.C., assisted by Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A.; Fr.Tony Egan, O.S.A., and Deacon Hugh Nugent. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Mary’s life was celebrated on Tuesday, 8th January, and afterwards Mary was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam uasal. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
TERESA KIELY (nee Hansbury) White’s Orchard, Dungarvan, and formerly of Byrneville, Dungarvan Feelings of deep sorrow and regret were evoked with the passing of Teresa Kiely, peacefully, in the tender care of staff at St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. We express our heartfelt sympathy to Teresa’s husband Jim; daughters Valerie, Samantha, Geraldine and Margaret; sons-in-law Pa, Eamonn and Tommy; grandchildren Christopher, Nicole, Laura, Róisín, Paudie, Megan, Aoife, Jack, Méabh, Shauna, Órla, Maya and M.J.; great-granddaughter Hollie; brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, extended family and friends. May Teresa Rest In Peace. Reposing at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Wednesday evening, 9th January, from 5.00 p.m. with Rosary at 7.30 p.m. Removal on Thursday morning, 10th January, at 10.15 a.m. to St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan, for Requiem Mass at 11.00 a.m. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
FARMING Farmers need urgent commitment on Brexit support - Healy IFA President Joe Healy said the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed must bring forward more detail in relation to his reported comments about EU aid in the event of a hard Brexit. The IFA President said, “Minister Creed says that he intends to make Irish aid a key agenda item when the EU Farm Council meets in Luxembourg in early April, after the Brexit deadline. Bolting the door after the horse is gone is too late for farmers. We need a support plan in place long before then.The situation is now urgent”. “The Minister has finally acknowledged that farmers are ‘losing their shirts’ at current prices. He needs to get on the pitch now and set out what exactly he will be seeking for Irish farmers,” he said. “It is also imperative that whatever package is introduced will support farmers and that we don’t end up with aid going to factories rather than to farmers,” he said. He said the prospect of ‘no deal’ before the end of March is alarming for all farmers, and especially livestock farmers who are increasingly concerned about prices and exports to our most important export market in the UK. “If the UK crashes out in March, we are facing a far more serious situation and the potential wipe out of beef production in this country,” he said. The time has come for the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar & Minister Michael Creed, along with the EU Commission, to come forward with a comprehensive programme of supports that will address the real issues around market supports and cattle prices. “The problems with currency volatility and the Euro and sterling exchange rate has already hit cattle prices. We are down 20c/kg or over €70 per head on this time last year, when prices had already been hit.”
Spruce bark bettle strategic plan needed in response to the potential risk to Irish forest sector IFA Farm Forestry Chairman,Vincent Nally said that he is concerned following the discovery of the eight toothed spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) in the south of England in late 2018. He said the discovery of the eight toothed spruce bark beetle represents a high risk to Ireland where Sitka spruce has been planted widely and comprises 52% of the national forest estate. The eight toothed spruce bark beetle has the potential to cause significant damage to Ireland’s Sitka spruce-based forestry and timber industries if it became established in Irish forests. “I welcome the commitment from the Department that additional risk-based surveys will be undertaken to provide added assurance for forest owners that the pest is not present or introduced”, said Mr. Nally. “However, such a serious threat requires a pest specific strategic-level plan to ensure a rapid and effective response to the beetle and the potential risk of outbreak”, said Mr. Nally. He said, “It is imperative that the Department in consultation with stakeholders develop a specific plan for the eight toothed spruce bark beetle that anticipates and assesses potential threats and a response to either contain or eradicate should the pest be found in Ireland.” He continued that the beetle is often associated with windblown, damaged and recently felled spruce trees, where it builds up numbers before moving on to attack adjacent live trees. Inspection of trees in this category should be a priority. “The importation of untreated wood with bark from areas where the pest is known to occur has been identified as a significant potential pathway for introduction. Therefore, the Department needs to intensify the inspections at ports”, said Mr. Nally. He called on forest owners and the public to be extra vigilant for unusual ill-health in trees and report any concerns to forestprotection@agriculture.gov.ie or by using the Tree Check App which is freely available at: https://www.treecheck.net/.
Prevent farm injuries in January FATAL farm accidents showed a reduction in 2018 with 17 deaths (provisional figure). This is five fewer than the average for the previous 5 years (22). No farm fatality was recorded in the final quarter of 2018. Fifty three per cent (9) of fatalities in 2018 were associated with farm vehicles and machinery while a further 29 per cent (5) were associated with livestock. The remaining 18 per cent of deaths (3) were associated with a fall from height, slurry drowning and timber cutting. Fifty nine per cent (10) of fatalities occurred to persons aged 65 years or older, with half (5) occurring to persons aged 75 or older.
Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist, Dr. John McNamara called on farmers to give safety first priority during January and the busy Spring period in 2019. He said that the risk of farm accidents rises with increased work activity and prevention is strongly associated with implementing behavioural practices. Being struck with a moving vehicle is the most frequent cause of farm deaths on Irish farms, so particular vigilance is needed when they are operating, he stated. A vehicle moving at fast walking pace covers about 2 metres per second so it gives a person in its path little chance to avoid impact. Elderly farmers are at particular risk, he added.
Vigilance is also needed when handling livestock, particularly cows around calving. He advised that a freshly calved cow be securely restrained before administering a treatment to their calf. When the slurry spreading season gets under way from 13th January, vigilance is required with this operation. Power shaft guards need to be in place, a windy day needs to be selected for slurry agitation and all slurry tank openings need to be guarded to prevent drowning. The Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist also advised farmer to be watching out for unstable loads around the farm. As barns empty-out, it is really
important to watch out for unstable stacks of hay or straw which could collapse and cause injury. A newly revised legal Farm Safety Risk Assessment (green cover) has replaced the previous version (white cover) since the 1st January. Completion of the revised document is a requirement for Food Assurance schemes. Completion of a Halfday training course on Risk Assessment, or completion of the Green Certificate within the last five years, is a mandatory requirement for TAMS11 grant drawdown. Further information can be obtained from Teagasc offices or Agricultural Consultants.
IFA to roll out peer-to-peer farm safety initiative in 2019 COMMENTING on the figures released by the Health & Safety Authority, IFA’s Health & Safety Executive William Shortall said 2019 would see the rollout of IFA’s peer-to-peer farm safety learning initiative. He said, “There were 15 farm fatalities in 2018, which is a stark message that we have more to do in this area.The peer-to-peer initiative is about encouraging farmers to undertake practical measures that will reduce the risk on their own farm”. IFA is using the branch structure within our 29 County Executives to pilot the peerto-peer farm safety learning initiative. IFA has visited over 60 farms. Farm visits have taken place in counties Tipperary, Clare, Wexford, Kildare and
Limerick during the last three months of 2018. The farms which have been visited are a mixture of enterprises and sizes. They include single unit operations, either male or female, and family-run farms with children and elderly parents. Some include full-time employees. In all the farms that were visited, the dwelling house was situated on the farmyard or a very short distance from the farmyard. The groups are between three and five members. The group meets in one particular yard where a discussion takes place of any ‘near miss’ which may have occurred in the last 12 to 18 months. There is also an overview given of who lives and works on the farm and what activi-
ties take place on the farmyard. A walk of the farm then takes place. The following areas are focused on: Livestock housing and handling unit; Machinery; Farmyard; and Workshop. The particular farmer is given a ‘pros and cons’ document to fill out based on what the group observe around the farm. The farmer then chooses one item or behaviour they will change before the group reconvenes. This process is repeated on each of the individual farms in the group. All members taking part in the pilot are doing so on a voluntary basis. As part of these visits, a bigger emphasis is on co-operation between farmers at busy times of the year and when carrying out dangerous tasks.
Higher milk prices expected as GDT up by 2.8% DAIRY markets have continued improving into the New Year confirming the positive trend that ran throughout December 2018 with ICMSA’s Gerald Quain indicating that his organisation expects the significant upward tick to result in a rise in farmer milk price. ICMSA was very critical of the processors who cut the November milk price in defiance of what the farm organisation said were a raft of positive market developments and a PPI that did not justify a price cut. Dairy Committee Chairperson Quain was adamant that the last two GDTs signalled a positive turn and he noted that Dutch dairy quotations have continued to move upwards with powders performing well on the back of what he described as “an extraordinary” demand for SMP from EU Intervention stocks: “The strong sales out of Intervention are, we think, very
significant for dairy markets as we set off into 2019.The stock overhang of SMP has been massively reduced with over 270,000 tonnes sold out of Intervention in 2018”, he said. “Looking at markets in detail, the 2.8% increase in the most recent GDT auction was achieved by increases in all products sold with butter up 3.9%, SMP increasing 7.9% and WMP achieving 1.2% gains. These improvements in the GDT occurred after falls over the course of 2018 but, more importantly, they came at a time where New Zealand has increased milk supply over their production season. Dutch Dairy quotes for butter are holding strong having slipped from their highs of late summer, but they remain at a historically high level around €4,000. The critical change is in the value of SMP where quotes have risen to their highest prices since mid-2017, while WMP has
also seen improvements in the last six weeks to counteract falls in the Autumn. Milk supplies within the EU have seen collections in October 2018 0.4% below October 2017 resulting in 52,000 tonnes less milk produced and with 2019 EU production expected to only marginally increase by less than 1% our expectation is that this - along with fodder supply uncertainty across the continent - will mean that buyers are a little more anxious to secure supply and that should feed-back by the end of Q1 into a higher farmer milk price”, said Mr. Quain. While waiting for the prices to feed-back to the farmer-suppliers, Mr. Quain called on processors to hold milk prices at least for the first quarter of 2019 and then review the market in light of supply and demand developments at that stage. “We’d be confident that by then it will be obvious that a price rise is justi-
fied but, in the meantime, we just cannot see why processors would even consider not holding price and we’d be extremely angry if they weren’t willing to wait the few weeks till the market data confirms absolutely what’s already obvious – markets are moving upwards and prices will follow”, concluded Mr. Quain.
Gerald Quain, Chair of ICMSA's Dairy Committee.
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Glyphosate detected in drinking water in Waterford FARMERS URGED TO BE MINDFUL WHEN SPRAYING PESTICIDES EXCEEDANCES in pesticides have been detected in drinking water sources in County Waterford. Irish Water, working in partnership with the National Pesticides and Drinking Water Action Group (NPDWAG), is appealing to farmers and other users of pesticides to follow the guidelines when applying these substances to their lands. The efforts to reduce the incidence of these detections are being coordinated by the NPDWAG. This group is chaired by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. All of the key stakeholders are represented in this group and include other Government departments and agencies; local authorities; industry representative bodies; farming organisations; water sector organisations; and amenity sector organisations. In County Waterford, exceedances for the pesticide Glyphosate were noted in the Villierstown supply in December. While there is no threat to public health, it is imperative that users of pesticides are mindful of best practice when spraying their lands. Glyphosate is used mainly for the control of broad-based leaves and is found in a number of
weed killer formulations used by gardeners and growers. Pat Duggan Irish Water’s Regional Drinking Water Compliance Specialist said: “Irish Water is continuing its extensive investment programme to improve water and wastewater services in Ireland. Providing safe, clean drinking water for all is our first priority.” Adding to this, Dr Aidan Moody, Chair of NPDWAG commented: “The continued engagement of all stakeholders, working in partnership, is needed to tackle this issue. Users of pesticides should make sure that they are aware of the best practice measures that should be followed to protect water quality.” A single drop of pesticide can breach the drinking water limit in a small stream for up to 30 kilometres.This clearly highlights the potential risk facing many of Ireland’s drinking water sources. Drinking water monitoring results for Ireland show that a number of pesticides commonly used such as Bentazone, MCPP, Clopyralid and Fluroxypyr, are being detected more frequently. Irish Water working in partnership with the
National Pesticides and Drinking Water Action Group would like to remind farmers and professional users of pesticides to follow best practice in the application of pesticides on land, particularly near lakes and rivers used as drinking water sources.
THE BASIC STEPS IN REDUCING PESTICIDE RISKS ARE • Choose the right pesticide product • Read and follow the product label • Determine the right amount to purchase and use • Don’t spray if rain or strong wind is forecast in the next 48 hours • Make sure you are aware of the location of all nearby water courses • Comply with any buffer zone specified on the product label to protect the aquatic environment. Mark out the specified buffer zone from the edge of the river or lake or other water course • Never fill a sprayer directly from a water course or carry out mixing, loading or other handling operations beside a water course • Avoid spills, stay well back from open drains and rinse empty containers 3 times into the sprayer. • Store and dispose of pesticides and their containers properly.
Live exports need to double for 2019
Pictured at the signing of renewed Memorandum of Understanding between Teagasc and Animal Health Ireland were from ( L to R): Professor Frank OMara, Director of Research, Teagasc; Professor Gerry Boyle, Teagasc Director; Dr David Graham, Chief Executive of Animal Health Ireland and Liam Herlihy, Chairman of Teagasc.
Teagasc and Animal Health Ireland renewed Memorandum of Understanding TEAGASC and Animal Health Ireland signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding between the two organisations on Friday, 4th January, 2019. The MOU will strengthen the cooperation between the two organisations and increase the level of collaborative research within areas of cooperation. The overall objective is to improve the health status of the national herd, and thereby contribute to productivity, profitability, product quality and animal welfare. One of the deepest and long standing areas of collaboration between the organisations is the CellCheck mastitis control programme, which has achieved significant progress in reducing the somatic cell counts of Irish dairy herds. A priority for 2019 is to encourage a greater uptake of milk recording by dairy farmers, which will allow the identification of individual cows with high cell counts and will also benefit animal health in several other areas. As well as Teagasc staff participating in the CellCheck tech-
nical working group and Implementation Group, and significant on the ground activity by Teagasc advisors, Teagasc makes an annual financial contribution of €45,000 to this important programme. Two other important collaborative activities between the organisations are the CalfCare events and the Beef HealthCheck meetings. The Calf Care events consist of a series of 12 events across the country dealing with the important factors in rearing healthy calves. These will kick off on Tuesday 8th January with topics including Johnes’s disease and calf welfare. In the Beef HealthCheck programme, the two organisations plan to run 56 events covering animal health topics with a special focus on beef animal health in June/July around the country. According to Teagasc Director, Prof Gerry Boyle; “It is vital that our two organisations collaborate to use our combined resources to maximum effect to bring about improvements in animal health.
Healthy animals are happy animals and lead to greater production efficiency and also have a positive effect on the environment.” David Graham, CEO, Animal Health Ireland said: “The signing of this MOU allows us to further develop and grow the cooperation between our two organisations. Working with Teagasc helps us to develop and deliver evidencebased information and programmes on animal health to Irish farmers and industry in general. I would like to take this opportunity to thank those with whom we work with in Teagasc, including senior management, researchers, specialists and extension staff for their assistance and continued contribution to our work”. The renewed MOU will run for 5 years. Other areas of collaboration between the organisations are in Biosecurity, Calf Health, Johne’s, disease BVD, IBR, parasite control, and selective dry cow therapy.
A recently produced video on the correct use of MCPA can be viewed on Irish Water’s YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/xQqtZ7jifUs Information leaflets on pesticide use are also available to download from the Teagasc website.
IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said at current cattle price levels winter finishers are shipping major losses, which is not sustainable. He said prices are 25c/kg or €90 per head below this time last year. Cattle prices at the factories are at a base of €3.75/kg for steers and €3.85/kg for heifers. Cow prices are ranging from €2.60 to €3.30/kg with R grades at €3.00+/kg. Angus Woods said it was positive to see that the downward trend in UK cattle prices had turned and prices had risen in the last week of 2018 by up to 3.8p/kg. He said UK R3 steer prices were making £3.62/kg, which was equivalent to €4.24/kg. “IFA is meeting with the live exporters tomorrow and will be targeting a record year for live exports in 2019. Live exports last year reached close to 190,000 head, of which 161,000 head were calves. For 2019, Minister Creed needs to be looking at doubling the number of live exports.” The IFA Livestock leader said the Agriculture Minister must ensure that there are no restrictions to the live trade and every effort is made to maximise live export numbers. In addition, he said the policy at both national and EU level needs to be more supportive of the trade.
Veterinary Ireland must get back around the table with the Department of Agriculture IFA has called on Veterinary Ireland to cease their disruption of meat factories and to re-enter talks with the Department of Agriculture. The problem is now most acute in pig factories. IFA understands that the organised disruption by vets in factories will result in the slaughtering of cull sows being stopped from next week. There will be further implications the following week if the matter is not resolved. “It is totally unacceptable that farmers are being used as a pawn in a chess game between Veterinary Ireland and the Minister for Agriculture,” he said.
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Teagasc LESSONS LEARNT FROM 2018 The disruptions caused by early season snow, abject spring grazing conditions and drought-induced summer feed crisis, in 2018, will live long in the memory. It is timely to reflect on the past 12 months and identify opportunities for increasing the resilience of our farming systems, If as predicted, our weather becomes more variable with increased extreme weather events, then we must ensure that our farming systems are resilient to weather shocks. So what are the lessons learnt? Do not ignore a seemingly small deficit in winter feed budgets It is clear from discussion with numerous groups that auditing of forage supply versus potential demand does not routinely take place. This is particularly risky where cow numbers are increasing onfarm. Also, there is a definite trend to ‘hope for the best’ when completed budgets identify deficits of 10-15% or less. A key lesson from spring 2018 is that relatively small proportional initial shortages can turn into a complete lack of feed for a period by the end of winter (for example running a 10% feed budget deficit may equate to two weeks full feeding). This can be avoided by better planning. Completing a winter feed budget and reviewing in early January should be standard practice on dairy farms. Taking early action to address even moderate deficits will prove beneficial. A reserve of high quality forage simplifies feeding decisions Prolonged feeding of silage to lactating cows was a costly and time-consuming necessity during spring and summer 2018. While quantity of feed was the immediate concern, farms that lacked a supply of quality silage were affected to a greater extent. Firstly, margins over feed cost were eroded by a combination of lower milk solids output and increased concentrate feeding rate. Poorer quality silage also increased labour/complexity of feeding arrangements because a third concentrate feed was often required to balance cow nutrient requirements at peak milk production. In contrast, where high quality silage was available, milk yield could largely be maintained by simple in-parlour concentrate feeding at moderate rates. There has been a common assumption among spring calving dairy producers that silage quality is much less relevant than ‘bulk in the pit’. However as stocking rates increase, the balance of dry cow versus lactating cow silage begins to shift towards a greater demand for high quality forage. Avoid panic buying when faced with fodder shortages Feeds are always best valued on the basis of net energy (UFL) and protein (PDI) content per kg dry matter, discounted for potential
Once a Day Milking Conference TEAGASC are holding a ‘Once a Day Milking’ Conference at the Horse and Jockey Hotel, County Tipperary, on Tuesday, 15th January, starting at 1.00 p.m. The event is of interest to dairy farmers and advisors interested in learning more about the Once a Day (OAD) Milking option. This initiative is led by Brian Hilliard, a Teagasc dairy advisor based in Dungarvan who has a special interest in Once a Day milking and runs a once a day milking discussion group consisting of farmer members from the south of the country. Speaking in advance of the conference, Brian Hilliard said: “There is a growing level of interest in the OAD system. Many farmers are looking at different options to keep the workload on farms manageable, especially on those farms that have expanded their dairy enterprise.” Three experienced farmers, who milk their cows once a day, will share their experience with the conference attendees. Gillian O’Sullivan, a dairy farmer from Waterford, will talk about the ten seasons they have been milking cows once-aday. Declan White, a Co. Cork dairy farmer, will outline how he manages milking a large dairy herd once-a-day. The second session of the conference will focus in ‘Transitioning to once a day milking’. Ed Payne, a Co. Roscommon dairy farmer has successfully established a oncea-day dairy herd on a second dairy unit. George Ramsbottom, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, will provide an update on milk production and financials after one year of Once a Day Milking. George Ramsbottom said: “Reducing the milking frequency of a cow will reduce her daily milk yield, milk solids yield, will result in increased milk protein and milk fat composition and improve animal health and fertility.” The final session will focus on nutrition, with Dr Joe Patton, Teagasc Dairy Specialist presenting nutrition guidelines for feeding the Once a Day herd. The conference is free of charge and finishes at 4.30 p.m.
losses. This can be done using barley and soya as reference feeds (http://interactive.teagasc.ie/Open/FeedStuffs). Consideration should be given to functional fibre (NDF) characteristics if forage is in short supply. Of course, value considerations tend to go out the window when faced with a crisis and limited availability of fodder. So the advice has to be to recognise the emerging problem early, identify a workable solution and then to act decisively. Delayed action will limit the available options. Buying forage on a per-acre or per-hectare basis is fraught with risk due to potential yield variation. A major lesson for dairy farms from summer 2018 is to build feed reserves during favourable market conditions to alleviate risk of panic buying. Forage reserves are essential but separate to optimal stocking rate A common refrain during 2018 has been that weather-induced feed shortages are proof positive of excess stocking rates in general and on dairy farms in particular. To address this, it is first important to define how excess stocking rate is measured. A reliable rule of thumb is that one livestock unit requires approximately 5.5t DM forage grown to meet annual demand. Therefore a farm capable of growing 11t DM per ha can support up to 2.0 LU per ha on a whole farm basis. Increasing herd size on a fixed grazing platform area therefore requires improved pasture production, additional ‘support block’ area for silage, or a combination of both. While there is certainly a cohort of dairy farms which are stocked in excess of average grass growing capacity, the primary cause of feed shortage issues has been a combination of extended poor growth rates allied with lack of feed reserves. Annual grass tonnage deficits are approximately 0.8 and 3.0t DM per ha for Ballyhaise and Curtin’s farm respectively in 2018. For farms in the South East, this year’s deficit equated to 1.0 to 1.2t DM per LU for well-stocked dairy farms. A guideline would be to carry 50-70% of this figure (500-800kg DM) as a feed surplus, above the normal stocks needed to balance the system.This would be built up over time and vary with degree of risk per farm. The prevailing view among interviewed groups was that stocking rate, where previously aligned with grass potential, would not be significantly curtailed in 2019 to build forage reserves to this scale. Instead, farms would look to external sources to fulfil this function. Options include contract growing of silage or maize/ whole-crop silage. However the risks associated with per acre arrangements must be addressed up front. Contract rearing of heifers is an alternative approach to help build reserves that carries numerous other benefits.
It was noted nonetheless that the cost/benefit of purchasing feed to retain low-performance animals (high SCC, late calvers in particular) must seriously be questioned. In summary, the consensus is that farms should aim for stocking rates to allow forage self-sufficiency on a 5-year average, building reserves from external sources where feasible. Labour is now a year-round consideration on dairy farms This year’s back-to back weather issues effectively created a 10month feeding period, with just a few weeks respite in between. This added significant pressure to already stretched resources. For many farms, workload was a greater problem than actual feed supply (‘money can be borrowed, feed can be bought, but labour can’t be found’ was a telling quote). Among the interesting observations were that labour should now be considered a year-round challenge, and that the ‘me plus help for the spring’ model leaves no room for shock events. It is worth investing in workable facilities Closely aligned to observations on weather effects on workload was the discussion on optimal facilities for herd management in poor weather conditions. Clearly, proper investment in workable facilities increased capacity to cope with adverse spring weather and summer drought. However, defining optimal becomes the essential debate in this context, especially for new or expanding dairies. The ‘bottom line’ facilities identified, in order of investment priority1 are summarised as:
FORTHCOMING EVENTS 1. Calf Care Event on the farm of Tom Egan, Ballykeefe, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny on Tuesday, 15th January starting at 11.00 a.m. 2. Once a Day Milking Conference at the Horse and Jockey Hotel on Tuesday, 15th January starting at 1.00 p.m. 3. Achieving Profitable Beef Production at the Springhill Hotel on Tuesday, 15th January starting at 7.45 p.m.
Crop returns increase for many Tillage Farmers in 2018 THE weather in 2018 had a significant impact on crop returns on tillage farmers in 2018. Preliminary results from the Teagasc e-Profit Monitor suggest higher returns from crops compared to 2017.These results from a small number of farms suggest both winter wheat and spring barley yields decreased by an average of 22%, but a combination of higher gross output (higher grain and straw prices) and lower costs, increased the average profitability of these crops by over 50% in 2018 compared to 2017. Michal Hennessy, Head of Crops Knowledge Transfer in Teagasc, who is analysing these figures said:“We must be careful when looking at the 2018 figures as the results will be very different depending on where a farmer was located in 2018. We know farms with a mix of winter and spring crops in the north east returned reasonable yields and fared far better than farmers dependent on spring crops in the south east.” “Farmers will continue to collate their figures in the coming months and we will have a clearer picture of the situation towards the middle of 2019,” he added.
Teagasc 2017 e-Profit Monitor (ePM) results are arguably from a relatively “normal weather” year and farmers can use these to compare their ongoing farm performance. The 2017 figures cover some 340 farms with over 25,000 hectares (ha) of land included in the analysis. The overall trend in 2017 is a marked increase in income compared to 2016. The ePM average Net Margin for tillage farmers analysed is €343/ha, which compares to €106/ha in 2016. Farms categorised as predominately spring cereals gave the lowest returns at €261/ha, with farms categorised as winter and spring cereals returning an income of €332/ha. It’s expected this trend may continue in 2018 as growers with a mix of crops returned higher yields and output than those with spring cereals only. The 2017 report tracked the incomes of over 120 of these farms over 2016 and 2017 which showed a marked improvement in Net Margin of €157/ha year on year.These farms were also categorised by Net Margin into three income brackets; top, middle and bottom groups. In 2017 the top 1/3 of growers achieved an income of €486/ha compared to
the bottom 1/3 who achieved only €53/ha. The figures point to a number of reasons for the differences. Size does not appear to be a major driver with both groups farming a similar area of close to 78 hectares. However, the bottom preforming group did incur over 50% more fixed costs (depreciation, interest, light, heat, etc.) compared to the top group. Significantly the bottom preforming group had a much higher proportion of land rented at 62% of the entire area compared to 26% of the area by the top preforming group. There was a wide variation in crop performance across the analysed farms in 2017. Looking at all the cereal crops, winter wheat produced the highest margin at €433/ha compared to €263 in 2016. A similar trend is evident across all other cereal crops with the exception of Winter Oats which did not perform as well as 2016. One of the non-cereal star performers in 2017 was Winter Oilseed Rape with an increased yield of 1.3 t/ha, which increased average margins to €511/ha. The full eProfit Analysis of Tillage Farms 2017 is available on the Teagasc website at www.teagasc.ie
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Strong 2018 for the Irish Exporters Association THE Irish Exporters Association (IEA), the association representing the interest of the Irish exporting industry to facilitate and grow exports to world markets, has today published a summary of its 2018 activities. Please find an infographic here. THE IEA’S 2018 TOP-10 HIGHLIGHTS WERE 1. Nearly 2,000 export industry professionals attended our 28 market diversification and supply chain focussed events across the country. 2. The top-5 countries for visa applications were China, Russia, India, Saudi Arabia and Nigeria. The top-5 destinations for further market diversification were the United States, Germany, France, Italy and Belgium. 3. We further increased our regional spread, with almost 30% of IEA members based in the Southwest and West of Ireland, through dedicated Southern and Western Regional Councils. 4. Over 1,100 industry professionals received specialised training in preparation for international trading and potential post-Brexit barriers to trade. 24 new GDP Champions received certification in 2018 and will oversee onsite GDP practices. Good Distribution Practice (GDP) ensures patient safety by compliance throughout all stages of the supply chain and safeguards the quality of medicinal products. 5. The IEA saw a strong spike in demand for Brexit-related training courses in 2018 as increased uncertainty forced businesses to develop preparedness and contingency measures. Combined, the IEA’s two Customs Awareness courses, covered almost half of all non-GDP training participants.The IEA’s 2017 launched “Brexit for your Supply Chain”, which provides participants the opportunity to scenario plan their supply chain for Brexit and delivers practical customs solutions, made up almost a quarter of all non-GDP trainees. 6. Mayo-based Portwest was crowned Exporter of the Year at the 18th Export Industry Awards after winning the Multinational Exporter of the Year category in a highly competitive process. More than 500 export industry professionals attending the gala dinner and awards ceremony with 10 companies winning category awards across a range of sectors. 7. The IEA Supply Chain Series ran 8 events around the country, attended by over 400 exporters and manufacturing companies. The 4 large seminars included IEA Expert Advisory Panels, keynote addresses
from industry speakers, panel discussions and breakout sessions. The Revenue Commissioners attended all seminars informing attendees of the opportunities and challenges for their specific region from a customs perspective and discussed customs procedures around dealing with third countries. The four manufacturing roundtables across the country were well attended and allowed participants to highlight and discuss local issues. In addition, the IEA Markets Network Initiative featuring three large Seminars, three training workshops, six webinars e-zines were greatly received. 8. In general, IEA members have put in place some Brexit impact mitigation measures, with half of surveyed members putting in place at least one Brexit mitigation measure. However, at the same time only slightly more than half of all respondents indicated that they already have a formal or non-formal impact mitigation plan in place. Of those members with a mitigation plan in place, the deadline for implementation is between January and March 2019. Plans are predominantly designed around a no-deal scenario for a 6month period. This is in spite of all respondents having actively engaged in scenario planning for at least one potential post-Brexit impact on their business, with most respondents having engaged in scenario planning for the potential reintroduction of tariffs, the potential reintroduction of customs checks, the routing of in- or outbound goods or the reintroduction of border controls. 9. In March, the IEA hosted a high-level Roundtable on the impact of Brexit on Irish businesses including Lord Michael Heseltine, Lord Andrew Adonis and Sir Nick Clegg, former Deputy Prime Minister and former Leader of the Liberal Democrats. Topics covered included: trade between North / South and East / West; the Customs Union; the Single Market; the Northern Irish border; implications to exports and imports, such as import VAT; the consumer needs of both Ireland and the UK; the EU food law and regulatory framework; the UK landbridge; implications of potential tariffs; the Convention on Common Transit; and both countries working together in a post-Brexit environment. 10. We represented the interests of the export industry under our core policy pillars: Brexit, the Diversification of Export Markets, Cost Competitiveness, the War for Talent and Entrepreneurship. Under these pillars, the IEA is a key and active stakeholder within the Government’s work on Brexit, cus-
toms, promoting and facilitating International Trade, transport and logistics, future skills and digitalisation. To support our activities, we have provided written and in-person submissions on the proposed EUAustralia and EU-New Zealand Free Trade Agreements, the review of capacity needs at Ireland’s state airports, the potential economic opportunities and other impacts on Ireland from Free Trade Agreements, national strategy for future jobs, pre-budget submission 2019 and a national digital strategy. Commenting on the IEA’s strong 2018, Simon McKeever, Chief Executive of the Irish Exporters Association, said: “2018 proved to be a mixed year for Irish exporters amidst the growing political uncertainty about Ireland’s future trading relationship with the UK following Brexit. With the increasing political turbulence in the UK raising the likelihood of a no-deal Brexit on 29 March 2019.The clock is ticking and the coming three months will be crucial to the continued prosperity of Ireland’s economy! All parties now have to take responsibility to prevent a far-reaching and harmful crash-out Brexit while speedily implementing no-deal contingency measures to prepare for any eventualities. Irish businesses are increasingly preparing for all eventualities and our suite of IEA training courses on Customs Awareness; Brexit for your Supply Chain; Incoterms®2010; and Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) and we are delighted to launch a dedicated Certificate in International Trade in the coming months. We are convinced that this Certificate in International Trade will provide both businesses and employees with the essential skills and knowhow to succeed when trading across the world. We were more than delighted with the outstanding success of our Supply Chain Series, Markets Diversification Series and the 18th Export Industry Awards, at which Portwest won the Exporter of the Year award. The IEA’s 40 separate events in 2018 attracted nearly 2,000 industry professionals and we look forward to working with them to support their continued success in the New Year. In 2019, we will continue to develop new and innovative solutions to assist our members on issues regarding their international trade and we will continue to be the voice of the Irish export industry in towards government both nationally and at the European level on issues at the heart of international trade.”
READER’S QUERIES Question: I applied for a Nitrates derogation last year. Seeing as I applied at the last minute I was too late to take soil samples and was allowed to proceed under P-Index 3. If I have to apply for derogation status again this year at the last minute, will the same rules apply? Can you please advise? Answer: The exception is only available on first application. If your nutrient management is actually planned, there should be no need for last minute applications. You will be required to submit soil analysis with this year’s application should you require one. Ideally samples should be taken before slurry or fertiliser is applied. Owned, leased and rented land must be sampled, with the exception of rough grazing and commonage. Maximum area per sample allowed is 5 hectares and these samples will be valid for 4 years. I trust this will
clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: By the way, the opening date for the spreading of slurry and FYM is Sunday, January 13th next.
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Co. Waterford FAHA, KILMACTHOMAS For Sale by Public Auction (unless previously sold) Prime 89.3 Hectares (220 Acres) Roadside Farm In one or more lots 6th March, 2019, at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan • Prime roadside farm, situated within 0.5 miles of the N25 • Most of the Land is leased to 31st December, 2024. • Historic country residence, in need of refurbishment. • Range of slated cut stone out-buildings in the farm yard. • All in permanent pasture. The farm has extensive road frontage on two roads. • Solicitor: Mr. Frank Hutchinson, H.D. Keane & Co., Waterford, having Carriage of Sale. • Viewing strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents Full Sale details available on request. 058-41377 HARTY & CO. info@hartyauctioneers.com Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Licence No. 001888
Dungarvan Mart Prices Monday, 7th January, 2019 COWS 1 Fr. 725 kgs. made €920. 1 Fr. 770 kgs. made €890. 1 A.A. 515 kgs. made €835. 1 Fr. 500 kgs. made €820. 1 Fr. 645 kgs. made €730. 1 Fr. 630 kgs. made €730. BULLOCKS 7 A.A. 422 kgs. made €615 each. 7 A.A. 372 kgs. made €575 each. 5 A.A. 394 kgs. made €615 each. HEIFERS 1 Fr. 500 kgs. made €830. 1 A.A. 440 kgs. made €745. 2 Fr. 497 kgs. made €735. The next Sheep Collection in Dungarvan Mart will be on Wednesday, 16th January, with prices available from Tuesday 15th.
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A THEATRICAL treat awaits those who will travel to the Garter Lane Arts Centre to see the magnificent production of ‘Lovesong’ featuring the talents of Jenny Fennessy, Dylan Kennedy, Sean Ahern and Mary Flavin Colbert. The production will run from Thursday, 17th January, to Saturday 19th at 8.00 p.m. The Red ‘n Blue Theatre presentation of the Irish Premiere of ‘Lovesong’, is a story of one couple, told from two different points in their lives – as young lovers in their late 20s and as worldly companions looking back on their relationship. Though just four in number, it is an all star cast, all of whom have strong credentials based on years of experience at the very highest levels of production. ‘Lovesong’ will be performed by Jenny Fennessy, Dylan Kennedy, Sean Ahern and Mary Flavin Colbert. Jenny Fennessy’s credits include productions for the BBC; ‘King Lear’ directed by Greg Doran, Royal Shakespeare Company; ‘Cymbeline’ directed by Melly Still, Royal Shakespeare Company; ‘Liola’ directed by Sir Richard Eyre (National Theatre, London), ‘Othello’ directed by Mark Lambert (Theatre Royal) and a string of others.
Her co-star, Dylan Kennedy, who completed an acting degree at East 15 Drama School, played in ‘The Young Graham Norton’ for Channel 4; Katie Roche directed by Caroline Byrne for the Abbey Theatre, ‘Hansel and Gretel’ in the National Theatre; ‘Philadelphia Here I Come’ in the Donmar Warehouse; ‘Peter Pan’ in the National Theatre of Scotland and an equally long string of other impressive productions. Mary Flavin Colbert, no stranger to West Waterford theatre goers is also an award winning actress having picked up the best actress in a supporting role award in 2015 playing Missus in ‘Conversations on a Homecoming’. Mary has more recently been with The Palace Players who went on to win the RTE All-Ireland Drama Festival Final. She is well known at The All-Ireland Festivals where she has regularly won awards. Our more mature readers who can remember back to the heady days of ‘Tops of the Déise’ in the early ’80s will recall that last night of the five year series, when the show from Inch in East Cork took the overall Award in the competition. What is probably more memorable was Mary Flavin’s performance which
earned her the Best Female Performer of the series. Mary and her brother Anthony produced the show which far outstripped the other nine in the Competition. The good news is that Mary continues her lengthy stage career when she appears in this production of ‘Lovesong’ with a characteristically strong performance. Sean Ahern won best supporting actor in the RTE All-Ireland final with Brideview Drama for his portrayal of Mick Tracey in ‘The Stolen Child’. In fact he is no stranger to All-Ireland finals having won the One Act Drama League of Ireland final last year playing Nashie in ‘The Quiet Land’ and finishing second this year with ‘Where is this Malabar?’ The Red ’n Blue Theatre is a new Company and they have decided to produce this play by Abi Morgan which is having its first outing in Ireland. Abi has written the screenplay for many famous movies including ‘The Iron Lady’, the story of Margaret Thatcher. Now that is a rich combination of people and material which will be available in Garter Lane in Waterford from Thursday to Saturday, next week. Must be worth a visit.
The four member cast of ‘Lovesong’ playing in Garter Lane. From left:: Sean Ahern, Mary Flavin Colbert, Dylan Kennedy and Jenny Fennessy.
Dungarvan on TV – again! Legendary Larry moves to Digital
THERE was a time when RTE did not know the road to Dungarvan, but now, thanks to the prompt and attraction which is our Greenway, RTE seem to have found us and now our town and our beautiful district feature quite regularly. This week, it was the turn of the ‘Getaways’ programme to feature the area and last night (Tuesday) RTE’s Joe Lindsay visited Dungarvan’s Farmers’ Market with local chef Paul Flynn. Later, they took the majestic Mahon Falls as well as the magic road which you meet
RTE’s Tommy Bowe and Vogue Williams.
en-route! Even in the height of Winter, every minute of coverage is welcome and the town and countryside were looking at their best. If you missed the programme, go to the RTE site on your computer and find Player and select the programme for the 8th January. It’s simple and worth the little effort it takes! I understand Tommy Bowe abroad will be enough to attract half the female population, not that Vogue Williams will chase away any of the male audience either!
INTERESTING to see that RTE’s Larry Gogan is leaving 2fm in favour of its digital station, RTÉ Gold. Not sure what they mean by digital station, after all, they have all been run digitally for decades. In their publicity, RTE only mention Larry’s forty years at 2fm and make little or no mention of his early years from 1961, when he brought ‘pop music’ to the nation through the sponsored programmes he hosted. Later, the newly minted ‘Ireland’s Top Ten’ at 7.00 p.m. on Monday nights, saw Larry in the chair to play what was an abbreviated and slightly different chart to what had been broadcast on Luxemburg the night before. Luxemburg was Britain’s commercial pop station at the time, broadcast from its studios in the Duchy of Luxemburg because commercial radio and transmission in Britain was illegal. When RTE began to modernise in the mid-Seventies and swapped the sponsored programmes which they broadcast daily from 1.00 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. on Radio 1, Larry
RTE Presenter, Larry Gogan. began to broadcast the new music programme in that half hour slot. He introduced the daily quiz with write-in answers and it was a lady who is close to my heart, who won that first daily quiz and received a cheque from RTE for a not inconsiderable cheque for £10. It was later to become the ‘Just A Minute Quiz’ going out live daily with phone-in contestants. When the quiz became a
phone-in, it inspired some very funny and unprintable answers to the questions, one of the funniest being ‘Where would you like to be buried?’ There were various other hilarious moments which have gone down in broadcasting history. So, just two years short of sixty since he began broadcasting, Larry moves to the more sedate Golden Hour where he will continue to play the songs his audience likes, songs from the past to inspire nostalgia.
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CLASSY CLARE ADVANCES
HURLERS POOR FIRST HALF PROVES COSTLY
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Clare 2-10; Waterford 3-16.
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28th PARK HOTEL AWARDS NEXT WEEK
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Marie Crotty who received the TG4 Hall of Fame Award recently at the LGFA All-Star Awards 2018 pictured with her parents John and Ann Crotty, Kilmanahan.
MARIE Crotty is renowned as one of the greatest players ever to hail from County Waterford but it is her lifelong involvement in Ladies Gaelic Football, firstly as a player and then a volunteer that makes her such a worthy recipient of the Hall of Fame Award. Marie played with the great Ballymacarbry club where she claimed ten All-Ireland Senior Club Championship medals, including seven in-a-row, along with fourteen Munster Championship titles. She was equally committed to her beloved Waterford, winning five All-Ireland Senior medals, eight Munster Senior Championship, one Junior All-Ireland medal, and a Munster Junior Championship throughout a glittering career that also saw her captain the county team. Marie is also the proud holder of five conveted All Star Awards and she owns a unique place in history as the first lady to score a point in Croke Park, when she registered the opening score of the 1986 All-Ireland Junior Final. After retiring from play, Marie has put her vast knowledge and experience to good use, as a volunteer at all levels. She was manager of the Westmeath team in 1998, while also coaching the Coralstown Club to a county final appearance there. This, however, was not Marie’s first foray into coaching, as she coached the Ballymacarbry u-14 teams that were successful in the 1987, 1988 and 1992 Community Games. This was a remarkable achievement as Marie was living and working in Dublin but she still travelled up and down every weekend to Waterford. During her time in Dublin, Marie has been in a position to assist her home county on many occasions. (CONTINUED ON PAGE 4)
MARIE CROTTY HONOURED WITH HALL OF FAME AWARD
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CLASSY CLARE ADVANCES MUNSTER SENIOR FOOTBALL McGRATH CUP SEMI-FINAL Waterford's Sean Whelan-Barrett in action with Clare's Conal O hAinifein during the McGrath Cup semi final played at the Gold Coast Ballinacourty. [Sean Byrne]
Clare ……………………...…1-17; Waterford …………………… 1-6. THE difference in standard between teams in division 2 and division 4 of the National football leagues was clear to see at the Gold Coast Sports venue in Ballinacourty last Sunday afternoon in the semi-final of the Munster McGrath Cup competition. Clare eased their way into this weekend’s decider, against an equally impressive Cork against Limerick in Rathkeale, with a pillar to post win over the home side Waterford, who though outclassed, battled on in the ideal weather conditions to the final whistle. Waterford manager Benji Whelan gave competitive debuts to Aaron Beresford and Sean Whelan Barrett of Ballinacourty, Brian Lynch (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg) and Stephen Curry of Rathgormack. Further to this quartet, Sean O’Donovan (Modeligo), Jay Hurton
(Kilmacthomas) and Donie Fitzgerald (Kilrossanty) were introduced during the game to a team with a distinct experimental look about it. It was also good to see Stradbally’s Shane Aherne and An Rinn’s Ray O Ceallaigh back in the County colours three weeks ahead of our first NFL outing at home to Wicklow. With Clare’s first league game at home to Donegal two divisions above us, it was no surprise that he Banner County were in a league of their own here and they led by 0-8 to 0-0 after 25 minutes via minor scores by Dermot Coughlan (2), Gary Brennan (2f), Cian O’Dea, Gavin Cooney, Dale Masterson and Kieran Malone. The home side had yet to score when Clare dealt a deadly blow with a 30th minute goal from their wing back Conal O hAinifein which prematurely ended this game as a contest. The home side were chasing shadows as the
winners spread the ball impressively around the field but right throughout, Waterford’s work-rate was commendable and a more potent forward division would have put a better look on the scoreboard from our point of view. Dungarvan’s Michael Kiely picked up a serious injury in the first half to be replaced by Seanie O’Donovan before Waterford managed two scores from play before the break via Conor Murray and James McGrath, 1-8 to 0-2 at halftime and they came more to terms with the winners in the second moiety losing out by just 0-9 to 1-4. Joe Allen came on at half-time in midfield for Dylan Guiry. The two number 13’s dominated the early second half scoring with Brian Lynch on target for the Deise followed by a brace of points by his Clare counterpart, Gavin Cooney (1f), 1-10 to 0-3. The industrious Sean
Shamrocks Ladies GFC players at their recent 2018 Medal Presentation in Knockanore.
O’Donovan became the first Waterford player to be sin binned for ten minutes under the new experimental rules but while his team were reduced in numbers, Clare managed just 0-4 via Gearoid O’Brien, Cooney, David O’Halloran and Niall Ellis with a single reply by Conor Murray, his second such score from play, 1-14 to 0-4. The exchanges in general play were even enough but Clare made room easier to add to their tally with scores being delivered by Gearoid Cahill, David O’Halloran and their final white flag by midfielder Daragh Bohannon. The home side’s corner forward, Brian Lynch, popped over two pointed frees as Waterford battled to the end and when sub Donie Fitzgerald scored a 67th minute goal at the end of a very good combined move, it was what the team’s efforts throughout deserved. That Clare didn’t score a second goal
was no coincidence as the Waterford defence, though under constant pressure, harried and hassled their opponents throughout but it was up front that we lacked real scoring power. In preparatory respects, this was a worthwhile outing before the National league and though the Wicklow game will be our first outing, it will be a most crucial one, playing at home, and it will be most important to get off to a positive beginning. Clare’s Top Three: David O’Halloran, Gavin Cooney, Dermot Coughlan. Waterford’s Top Three: James McGrath, Ray O Ceallaigh, Conor Murray. Observer’s Man of the Match: David O’Halloran. Number of Scorers: Clare 11. Waterford 4. Scores From Play: 1-13. Waterford 1-4. Frees For: Clare 14. Waterford 15.
Wides: Clare 6. Waterford 9. Score of the Match: Dermot Coughlan’s 19th minute point from play for Clare. Clare: Robert Eyres; Kevin Hartnett, Cillian Brennan, Jayme O’Sullivan; Conal O Hainifein 1-0, Dean Ryan, Dale Masterson 0-1. Daragh Bohannon 0-1, Cathal O’Connor; Cian O’Dea 0-1, David O’Halloran 0-2, Dermot Coughlan 0-2; Gavin Cooney 0-4 (1f), Gary Brennan 0-2f, Kieran Malone 0-1. Subs: Alan Sweeney for Masterson, Danny Griffin for Brennan, Niall Ellis 0-1 for Coughlan, Gearoid Cahill 0-1f, for Cooney, Gearoid O’Brien, 0-1 for O’Connor. Waterford: Aaron Beresford; Jack Mullaney, Ray O Ceallaigh, Michael Kiely; Aidan Trihy, Brian Looby, James McGrath 0-1; Dylan Guiry, Michael Curry; Sean Whelan Barrett, Jason Curry, Conor Murray 0-2; Brian Lynch 0-3 (2f), Shane Ahearne, Stephen Curry. Subs: Sean O’Donovan for Kiely (inj.), Joe Allen for Guiry, Jay Hurton for Mullaney, Donie Fitzgerald, 1-0 for J. Curry. Referee: Conor Lane (Cork).
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Munster Senior Hurling League Round 2
Waterford senior hurlers off to a winning start Waterford ……………….………… 1-24; Cork ………………………………… 1-18; PADRAIG Fanning’s term as Waterford senior hurling manager commenced on a positive note in Mallow last Wednesday evening, January 2nd with a well deserved 0-6 win over the home County Cork. Naturally both sides were of an experimental nature, Cork arguably more so, with the win for the visitors ensuring that their second game last Sunday against Clare would decide which team from their Group would qualify for a place in the final of the Co-Op Super Stores Munster hurling league. The Deise’s top scorer was Ballysaggart’s Stephen Bennett who finished the hour plus with a tally of 0-13 (12f), yet only three of the starting forwards worked the scoreboard with midfielders Michael Walsh and Jamie Barron coming to their assistance in this regard. Wearing number 11, Ballyduff’s Mikey Kearney contributed 0-4 from play and the team’s only goal came from Michael Walsh after he was moved on to the edge of the square after the break. An early second-half scoring burst turned the game Waterford’s way. Having
trailed by 1-11 to 0-12 at half-time, they fell further behind as Michael O’Halloran pointed for Cork, but Michael Walsh – beginning his 17th season in white and blue – netted to level and Thomas Ryan put them into a lead they wouldn’t lose. After an opening ten minutes in which Cork shaded affairs, leading by 0-4 to 0-3, the Déise assumed superiority as they outscored Cork by seven points to one to lead by 0-10 to 0-5 after 21 minutes. Stephen Bennett’s dead-ball accuracy was excellent Michael Walsh throughout – Cork’s scored a vital Declan Dalton was similarly deadly from placed goal. balls – while Kevin Moran,
Jamie Barron and Mikey Kearney were also on target as they seized control, with Dalton having the hosts’ sole response. However, after twenty two minutes, the Rebels struck for a goal as Dalton’s sideline ball broke in the goalmouth, allowing Aidan Walsh to fire home, and it was their turn for a scoring flurry as the game turned. Five points from Dalton, including three excellent frees, were joined by a Cormac Murphy point as they led by 1-11 to 0-12 at half-time and Michael O’Halloran extended the advantage to a goal on the resumption. A Waterford comeback materialised, though, as Walsh, having been moved from midfield to full-forward, capitalised on a defensive mix-up to fire
home and Ryan (two) and Barron added points. As the half wore on, Waterford strengthened their grip, with Bennett in top gear from placed balls ensuring a Waterford win at the final whistle. Scorers for Waterford: Stephen Bennett 0-13 (0-12 frees), Mikey Kearney 0-4, Michael Walsh 1-0, Jamie Barron, Kevin Moran, Thomas Ryan 0-2 each, Jack Prendergast 0-1. Scorers for Cork: Declan Dalton 0-9 (0-7 frees), Cormac Murphy 0-3, Aidan Walsh 1-0, Michael O’Halloran 0-2, Tim O’Mahony, Christopher Joyce, Robbie O’Flynn, William Kearney 0-1 each. Waterford: 1. Billy Nolan (Roanmore); 2. Shane McNulty (De La Salle), 3. Shane Fives (Tourin), 4. Noel Connors (Passage); 5. Jordan Henley (Tallow), 6. Mark O’Brien (Ferrybank), 10. Kevin Moran (De La Salle); 8. Jamie Barron (Fourmilewater), 7. Michael Walsh (Stradbally); 12. DJ Foran (Portlaw); 11. Mikey Kearney (Ballyduff Upper), 9. Brian O’Halloran (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg); 13. Thomas Ryan (Tallow), 14. Stephen Bennett (Ballysaggart), 15. Colm Roche (Shamrocks).
Subs: 21. Conor Prunty (Abbeyside) for O’Brien (55); 23. Stephen Roche (Mount Sion) for Walsh (56); 22. Austin Gleeson (Mount Sion) for Moran (66); 25. Jack Prendergast (Lismore) for Roche (67); 17. Kieran Bennett (Ballysaggart) for McNulty (70). Cork: 1. Patrick Collins (Ballinhassig); 23. Niall O’Leary (Castlelyons), 18. David Griffin (Carrigaline), 4. David Lowney (Clonakilty), 9. Christopher Joyce (Na Piarsaigh), 6. Tim O’Mahony (Newtownshandrum), 19. Robert Downey (Glen Rovers); 8. Conor Cahalane (St Finbarr’s), 20. William Kearney (Sarsfields); 10. Cormac Murphy (Mallow), 11. Michael O’Halloran (Blackrock), 12. Aidan Walsh (Kanturk); 14. Jamie Coughlan (Newtownshandrum), 21. Declan Dalton (Fr. O’Neills), 15. Robbie O’Flynn (Erin’s Own). Subs: 22. Cormac Beausang (Midleton) for O’Flynn (inj) (25); 25. Conor O’Callaghan (Dromtarriffe) for Lowney (inj) (25); 7. Eoghan Murphy (Sarsfields) for Walsh (half-time); 5. Seán O’Leary Hayes (Midleton) for Downey (65); 26. Paul Leopold (Sarsfields) for Coughlan (66). Referee: Johnny Murphy (Limerick)
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Hurlers poor first half proves costly Waterford ………………. 3-16; Clare …………………….. 2-20. A SPRING like day attracted an announced attendance of 3,009 hurling hungry spectators to the Fraher Field in Dungarvan last Sunday afternoon for what was essentially the semi-final of the Munster senior hurling league. Certainly, it was unusual to have such an atmosphere in the first week of January for a Winter fixture but it was a bonus for all concerned so soon after Christmas. Both Counties fielded experimental sides as expected, Waterford more so on this occasion, and it told in a first half totally dominated by Clare who went in leading at the break by 0-9 on a score of 1-14 to 1-5 with Waterford’s goal coming as late as the 32nd minute. As in the football counterpart at the Gold Coast, Clare dominated from the start scoring five points in the first five minutes, Shane Golden’s long range effort the best of them. Stephen Bennett opened Waterford’s account (free) but the home side needed keeper Billy Nolan to save from Aaron Shanagher to stay in touch. Golden, Diarmuid Ryan and Aidan McCarthy pushed Clare 0-9 to 0-2 ahead on 15 minutes. Niall Deasy and Ryan tacked on more points from distance before Nolan saved well again, this time from Michael O’Neill. Shane Bennett brought a save out of Clare keeper Donal Tuohy in the 25th minute before Diarmuid Ryan struck a contender for score of the match from the bank side, 0-12 to 0-3. Clare raced into an 0-11 lead come the 26th minute when their
captain Tony Kelly beat Billy Nolan to a loose ball before goaling 1-12 to 0-4. Tuohy denied Tommy Ryan a goal late on but then Stephen Bennett won an Austin Gleeson delivery and ran through for a goal on 32 minutes, though there was time for one more Clare point, a Deasy free: 1-14 to 1-5 at half-time. Padraig Fanning made required changes to his half back line for the restart with Kevin Moran and Callum Lyons being introduced and both brought about an improvement. The home side didn’t make much inroads on the scoreboard, though, and ten minutes into the new half, Clare still held that 0-9 lead at 1-17 to 1-8. Waterford’s plight was reflected in when Stephen Bennett scored a 47th minute free, he was still his side’s only scorer in the game having accounted for all of 1-9. D. J. Foran changed this damning stat one minute later and when Bennett resumed normal service, Waterford were back in the game on 51 minutes with the scoreboard reading 117 to 1-11. Effective second half sub Kevin Moran reduced the deficit further with a neat point in the 53rd minute but significantly, it was Tony Kelly who ended this scoring sequence with a valuable minor three minutes later, 1-18 to 1-12. It was clear at this point that the Deise required a major score if they were going to bring this game down to the wire but for the rest of normal time the quest for points continued and on a number of occasions the ball dropped into the hands of the Clare goalie Tuohy. Stephen Bennett (f) and sub Mikey Kearney brought the Clare lead down to 0-4 by the 58th minute at
1-18 to 1-14 and in between excellent full back Conor Prunty vitally dispossessed Colin Quilfoyle just when the Clare man seemed destined to bury the ball in the country end goal. However, one minute later, the game looked done and dusted when Clare sub Podge Collins placed Gulifoyle in front of goal and this time, the corner forward made no mistake with his goal attempt, 218 to 1-14. Five minutes later and with five of normal time remaining, Clare had stretched this lead to 0-8 at 2-20 to 1-15 but they were not to score again. At last, Waterford began to drop the sliotar into their forwards and with D. J. Foran now closer to goal, Waterford suddenly became more of a threat. Tommy Ryan pointed in the 67th minute and with four minutes of added time announced, all the play was now focussed on the Shandon road end of the field. Tommy Ryan had two decent goal chances before he slammed home the sliotar in the 72nd minute from a Kevin Moran pass, 2-20 to 2-16. Waterford were awarded a free close in at the very end and nobody was surprised in the home following that Stephen Bennett buried the ball as the Ballysaggart player is an expert with this type of free, 2- 20 to 3-16. However, the final whistle sounded on the puckout and this brought an end to a thrilling second half that the Deise won by 2-11 to 1-5. Positives from a Waterford viewpoint in this game included Stephen Bennett’s consistent good form, the display of Conor Prunty at full back and likewise that of Darragh Lyons, Billy Nolan and Callum Lyons.
Waterford's Stephen Bennett on his way to scoring his sides first goal against Clare's Ryan Taylor during their Munster Senior Hurling League match in Fraher Field, Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne]
Next up is our first round league game against Offaly on the last weekend of the month at a neutral venue yet to be decided because of past sins where we have lost our home advantage. Clare’s Top Three: Diarmuid Ryan, Tony Kelly, Colm Galvin. Waterford’s Top Three: Stephen Bennett, Darragh Lyons, Conor Prunty. Observer’s Man of the Match: Stephen Bennett. Number of Scorers: Clare 8. Waterford 5. Scores From Play: Clare 2-17. Waterford 2-6.
Frees For: Clare 9. Waterford 15. Wides: Clare 4. Waterford 8. Score of the Match: Diarmuid Ryan’s 25th minute point from play on the bank side for Clare. Scorers: Clare: D. Ryan (0-6); N. Deasy (3 frees, 0-5), T. Kelly (1-2); C. Guilfoyle (1-1); S. Golden (0-3); A. McCarthy, R. Taylor, D. Conroy (0-1 each). Waterford: Stephen Bennett (2-12, 1-10 frees); T. Ryan (1-1); D. J. Foran, K. Moran, M. Kearney (0-1 each). Clare: D. Tuohy, J. McCarthy, D. McInerney, R. Hayes, A. McCarthy, C.Cleary, C. Malone, S. Golden, T. Kelly (c), D. Ryan, N. Deasy, R.Taylor, C.
Guilfoyle, A. Shanagher, M. O’Neill. Subs: J. Browne for Hayes (14); G. Cooney for Shanagher (52); P. Collins for O’Neill (56); D. Conroy for Guilfoyle (59); M. O’Malley for Taylor (60). Waterford: B. Nolan, D. Lyons, C. Prunty, N. Connors (c), M. Harney, A. Gleeson, K. Bennett, J. Barron, S. Roche, C. Dunford, Shane Bennett, D. J. Foran, T. Ryan, Stephen Bennett, J. Prendergast. Subs: C. Lyons and K. Moran for Gleeson and Harney (HT); M. Kearney for Shane Bennett (45); M. Walsh for Prendergast (52); J. Henley for Lyons (inj, 70). Referee: Kevin Jordan (Tipperary).
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REMEMBERING OTHER DAYS …
The Curleys of Tallow “Old Gaels can pause and ponder When the shades are drawing nigh And our minds begin to wander back To days now long gone by’’. YEARS of underage work in the Tallow club under the supervision of local school teacher Ned Power, Waterford’s net minder in Waterford’s AllIreland senior hurling title win 60 years ago in 1959, bore a rich harvest for the Bridesiders in the Western and County juvenile and under 21 hurling and football grades in the 1960’s, ’70’s and ’80’s. In many cases, the Tallow club were unstoppable as the natural hurling talent of their young caman wielders was nurtured to perfection. The ultimate aim, of course, must have been to make the breakthrough at senior level and relive the glory days of the 1930’s when the senior hurling title was claimed in 1936 and the club played in four further County finals. Signs of a coming of age at adult level surfaced in 1974 when the club won the County Intermediate hurling championship final emphatically against Clonea on a score of 4-11 to 1-2. However, dreams of an early senior title win were crushed similarly by the kings of senior hurling in the 1970’s, Portlaw, when the far West team was beaten on a scoreline of 7-12 to 1-5 in 1976. Undaunted, the Tallow club continued in their quest to reach the top and the breakthrough deservingly arrived in 1980 when another strong force of senior hurling at the time, Dunhill, were beaten by 1-7 to 1-6. Such was the strength of the club in these years, their second side, won the County junior hurling final in 1981 in a replay, subject to correction, against Tramore by 1-12 to 2-7. The most successful years for Tallow culminated in back to back senior hurling title wins in 1984 and ’85. Atonement for the heavy defeat by Portlaw in the ’70’s was achieved in 1984, centenary year, with a 2-12 to 2-1 victory over the Tannery club in the Fraher Field and the following year a thrilling local derby decider against Ballyduff was won on a scoreline of 3-8 to 2-8. These were fantastic years for the Tallow club, who played hurling as it was originally intended and central to their successes were the Curley family. This week’s photo taken on the right side of the bridge in Dungarvan during these years features on extreme left, Johnny, who played in the 1974 Intermediate victory and who was a selector in the 1980’s. Beside him is Eddie Curley, who was a goalie of high quality, instilling confidence in the rest of his team. The next four in line are cousins of
The Curleys of Tallow. Left to right: Johnny, Eddie, Connie, Philly, Mickey and Paul Curley. Eddie, brothers Connie, Philly, Mickey and Paul and each brought their own individual qualities to a team situation. Connie was a superb half back line player, a great reader of the game and a sweet striker of the ball. Philly was the player to get you scores when most required while Mickey’s speed on the run upset not only his marker but an entire backline. The ‘baby’ of the group was Paul, whose skill epitomised all that was best in Tallow hurling and overall, it will not be argued
but that the Curley family were central to the glory days of Tallow hurling in the 1980’s. Over the years, and up to the present time, some families produce a number of hurlers at the same time to their club and in some cases their County teams. In many ways, it is a luxury other clubs don’t possess but as in the case of the Curleys of Tallow, it can be the difference between success or otherwise.
Marie Crotty honoured with Hall of Fame Award (Continued from Page One) With some of the Waterford players based in the capital, Marie was on hand to oversee midweek training sessions for a core group, ensuring that they were fully prepared to represent the Déise on big-match days. This highlights the dedication and commitment that Marie has always shown to our game and she was so influential both on and off the pitch. She was always the go-to person when any player had a problem, the player that everyone looked up to and respected. Not only was she a great team player on the
field, she was the life and soul of any party or get-together afterwards. It is this enthusiasm that Marie continues to bring to her volunteer roles. She is now heavily involved with her club Round Towers Clondalkin in Dublin and has held numerous roles at various times, from coach through to administrator. Marie has been the instigator of so much positive juvenile development for both boys and girls, with the club now fielding teams at all grades. She has been such a strong advocate for participation at all levels and the importance of involvement in Gaelic Games. It is not just the children in Round
Towers who have benefited from Marie’s involvement. She was also involved in the initiation of the Gaelic4Mothers&Others section, providing a new lease of life to women in the area, who in turn are involved with the club. Marie is no longer seen as a Waterford woman in Clondalkin but a proud Round Towers family member and certainly one of their very own. Marie is rarely off duty from Ladies Football and in 2018 she got involved with the Dublin U-16 team, playing a key role in engaging with players and helping them to achieve their potential, something she had managed herself in her glory days with Waterford.
The Naomh Bríd/St. Pat's Minors who became county champions in November after a marathon struggle with Cois Bhride.
She was acclaimed for always being full of encouragement and giving great advice, while always showing the highest of respect for the players, mentors and parents alike. A devoted volunteer, Marie has become a regular on pitch-side for many national events, from All-Ireland 7s and Development Academy Days through to the Gaelic4Mothers&Others Blitz Day. Not only has she got involved, she has also sparked other volunteers to assist including her sister Fiona, another Waterford great and exceptional volunteer. It is because of Marie’s tremendous affection and enthusiasm for
the future of the game that she was invited to be a member of the LGFA Strategic Plan steering group and her input had helped shape the current development of the sport. Marie symbolises all that is good in ladies football from being a role model on the pitch in her playing days through to now being a role model off the pitch after retiring from the game. She epitomises everything that is so good about the LGFA. Marie is a worthy inductee into the LGFA Hall of Fame, and the impact of her hard work and dedication will be seen and felt for many years to come.
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Gaelic Jottings To Referee League Final
Gaelic games tops the lot
LOCAL knight of the whistle Thomas Walsh (Modeligo) has been appointed to referee this Sunday's Munster senior hurling league final between Clare and Tipperary at Pairc na nGael in Limerick. This a notable appointment following on from refereeing the Munster minor hurling final in 2018 as he continues his upward career curve in officiating at the highest level.
GAELIC Games on 21% replace Soccer on 19% as Ireland’s Favourite Sport with Rugby third on 14% in the Teneo Sport and Sponsorship Index 2018. It is the first time in the 9 years of this research that soccer has not been in the top spot. The hugely successful year for Irish rugby, the success of our women’s hockey team and a slight decline in the popularity of soccer are all reflected in the findings of the Teneo Sport and Sponsorship Index 2018 (TSSI) which were released recently. Katie Taylor’s enduring popularity and the appeal of our national games are other stand out findings. The TSSI is a comprehensive 1,000 person nationally representative survey with quotas imposed across gender, region, age and social class. The research was carried out by Teneo’s Sports and Sponsorship team and iReach and examines the Irish general public’s attitudes towards sport and their sporting heroes. This is the view of the general public and not a survey of sports fans. It is the ninth year of the TSSI and the research was carried out between Friday, November 30th and Friday, December 7th. FAVOURITE SPORT Soccer came out on top in terms of being Ireland’s Favourite Sport for eight consecutive years from 2010 when this research was first carried out. Now in 2018 it loses that grip in terms of popularity somewhat amongst the general public for the first time to Gaelic Games. It is a culmination of a steady decrease in the popularity of soccer over the last six years from 26% in 2013, 24% in 2014, 21% in both 2015 and 2016, 20% in 2017 and now 19% in 2018. However, it is not all doom and gloom after a difficult year for soccer as it remains the favourite sport amongst males (28%) while 44% of respondents said they liked or were interested in the sport. The popularity of Gaelic Games (football, ladies football, hurling and camogie) has enjoyed a significant jump over the last twelve months gaining 4 percentage points as it moved from 17% in 2017 to 21% this year. It has climbed 6 percentage points in total since 2013. One major contributing factor has been Gaelic Games popularity amongst females strengthening, mirroring the overall popularity jump from 17% to 21%. And after one of the most memorable years ever for Irish rugby, the sport is in third place on 14% while 43% of respondents said they liked or were interested in it.
Important closing dates in Waterford TRANSFER Applications - Friday, January 4th at 2 p.m. Assists and Amalgamations - Friday, January 11th at 5.00 p.m. Submission of Championship Structure Proposals - Friday, January 11th at 5.00 p.m. Championship Review Forum - Monday, January 14th at 7.30 p.m. County Board Meeting - Monday, January 21st at 7.30 p.m.
Captain Noelie NOEL Connors has been named Waterford senior hurling captain for the Deise men’s 2019 campaign. The Passage defender takes over the role from Kevin Moran, who led the team during Derek McGrath’s time in charge. Waterford GAA also confirmed that new manager Paraic Fanning has named Pauric Mahony and Tadhg de Búrca as vice-captains for the season ahead.
Waterford’s opposition appoint new manager NEW Leitrim manager Terry Hyland has laid down an early marker as he targets promotion from Division 4 of the Allianz League. Cavan were promoted to Division 1 in 2016 under his stewardship but Hyland will have to start off in the bottom tier with the Connacht county. Leitrim only had two victories in Division 4 in 2019 and finished eight points behind Laois and Carlow who were both promoted. “It’s going to be a big step-up for everybody to get their goals and aims going forward. A lot of hard work will have to go in over the next few months to do that,” said Hyland. “Promotion is one of our major aims for the year. It’s the first competition of the year and that’s what we will be aiming for. “You go back to that old word momentum and how you build that up and get going. The unfortunate thing with momentum is it has to start from the first day. “It’s not a case that we get to the middle of the league, like in Division 1, and say we need another two or three points to survive. “We are on the opposite end of the spectrum and we need to get our hands on as many points as we can. That’s what we will be looking towards.” “But when I was in Cavan we were involved in the McKenna Cup and always used that as a prep competition. We always found it a very very good competition to get lads blooded in. “We will be hoping Leitrim will be making an impact, end of. It doesn’t matter whether that’s in the league or championship. It’s about creating an upward graph. “We are not looking at any high points within that graph it’s just about keeping the graph going up for as long as we can.”
It’s more than a game THE late John Kerins was the goalkeeper on the Cork team that developed an intense rivalry with Meath in the late 1980s. The Royals were victorious in back-to-back All-Ireland finals in ’87 and ’88. A 16-year wait for Sam Maguire ended when the Rebels beat Mayo in the ’89 final, before they finally exacted sweet revenge over Meath in the 1990 decider. In 2018, a first Cork senior football championship title in 33 years for one of the county’s most illustrious clubs, St. Finbarr’s provided a captivating narrative in itself. John Kerins’ role, son of the Cork goalie of the 1980’s, added another fascinating angle to the tale of how the men from Togher ended a long wait for
Déise Óg staff members GDA's John Quinn, David Robinson, Barry Dunne, South East Urban Officer Ciarán Boyle, Post Primary Development Officer Stephen Enright & Games Development Manager Eoin Breathnach at Déise Óg & Déise Óg Development Squad launch recently in WIT Arena. [Maurice Hennebry] that elusive triumph. Going into the 2017 final against Nemo Rangers, St Finbarr’s had eight Cork senior football titles – as well as three All-Irelands – to their name. However, succumbing to their southside city neighbours after a replay meant that the Barrs had fallen short in each of their last eight appearances on county final day. That run of misfortune extended back to their defeat to Imokilly in 1986, when Kerins’ father — John Senior — was the goalkeeper on a Blues team bidding to retain the Andy Scannell Cup, which they won at Clonakilty’s expense the previous year. Two victories separated by more than three decades, yet inextricably linked by the goalkeeper on each occasion. As was the case in 1985 when the Barrs last reached the summit of Cork football, the number one jersey in 2018 was worn by John Kerins. John Kerins, the son, came on to the senior team with ten minutes to play in the 2018 County senior football quarter final against Douglas when regular goalie Declan Murphy suffered a broken leg and Kerins then held this position for the remainder of the championship. “When the whistle went in the County final against Duhallow (3-14 to 2-14), it was just pandemonium. It was just an unreal thing to be a part of with your club. It’s hard to put into words what that club means personally. It’s been a lot more to me during my life than an outlet for sport. It’s everything. To see the elation on the faces of so many people, nothing could top it. “On the pitch afterwards, someone said to me that my mam was around, which caught me off guard as she didn’t actually go to the game because of the nerves. But it turned out that she had decided to go in for the last 10 minutes. As soon as I saw her, that was me done. The presence of the son of the late John Kerins between the posts for the Barrs added significantly to this year’s emotionally charged county final victory for his team St. Finbarrs against Duhallow by 3-14 to 2-14. “The day before the county final this year I was up at my dad’s grave. “When the game had gone beyond the 60 minutes and we were ahead, I turned and looked at the scoreboard. I looked up to the heavens then and just said ‘get us through this, please! “My brother Paul was the same. Just to see what it meant to my family, you’re reminded that it’s more than just a game. Everything comes back to family. That’s
what keeps me going. It was a fairly special day, one that will stick with me for a long time.” ‘’33 years of hurt has finally come to an end! During the last 17 of those 33 years there has been so much personal hurt, to have a day like this meant so much to me and both family and friends! Safe to say it’s more than just a game’’.
Traditional strongholds of hurling being challenged KILKENNY, Cork and Tipperary are the blue bloods who have dominated the stick and ball game since the beginning. Between them they have won nearly 100 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship titles - that’s three quarters of the total. So far this decade we have had five different All-Ireland winners - three of them from outside the Big Three. Liam MacCarthy has been won by Tipp, the Cats, Clare, Galway and Limerick in the 2010s. This could be the first decade since the inception of the All-Ireland championship way back in the 1880s that Cork don’t win one - they have only one more year to stop that stat becoming fact. Never before has a decade passed without all of the members of the Big Three winning at least one title. This is just the fourth decade in over 130 years that there has been three or more winners from outside of the established trio of superpowers, the most recent being the 1990s and the 1920s. Hurling’s true golden age of democracy was the 1910s when there were eight separate All-Ireland winners, including five from outside the Big Three and three first-time champions in Wexford, Clare and Laois. The current era of openness and competitiveness is all the more noteworthy as it follows on from the 2000s, the only decade so far when the Big Three shared all of the Liam MacCarthy wins between them, squeezing the little man completely out. In 2019 it’s fair to say that there are seven credible candidates to win the big prize - one of the deepest, if not the deepest, pools of talent we have seen sitting around the top table. Leading the way there’s champions Limerick, the previous year’s winners Galway and Tipperary, who possibly have the strongest panel in the country. Just behind them are Waterford, Cork, Kilkenny and Clare. These truly are democratic times in hurling. Members of the Big Three will continue to win All-Ireland
titles, no doubt about it, but other counties are going to continue to get a look in too. The coming decade could be another golden period.
Scór Na Seachtaine DIARMUID Ryan’s 25th minute point from play against Waterford in their senior hurling league game at the Fraher Field last Sunday.
Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game 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 1969 National Football league game between Waterford and Wexford on the newspaper dated January 25th, 1969.
The Late Piery Butler THOUGH in advanced years, the death of Piery Butler of the Saint Mary’s Sliabh gCua Club in Touraneena last week was learned with sadness by Gaels all over the County. Piery was a GAA man out and out and a loyal servant to his club all of his life. Before the formation of his home club, Piery played in his youth with such as Valley Rovers and St. Pats and he won a junior football medal with Affane in 1947. He was chairman of the Touraneena club from 1981 to ’91 and for the past fifteen years he was the club president. Recently, Piery attended his 50th consecutive club AGM, an achievement, no doubt, that many Gaels will ever emulate. The Observer extends its sincere sympathy to Piery’s children Maura, Anthony, Michael and James and other family members at this sad time for them. The Touraneena club paid the traditional respects to one of their greatest members over the weekend and no doubt when the story of GAA is told in the parish of Touraneena, the name of Piery Butler will be often mentioned in high regard.
Sympathy Expressed SYMPATHY is also extended to the Kyne family, Abbeyside, on the recent death of Nurse Mary. Mary’s dad Tom was chairman of the Western Board from 1938 to 1947 before he was elected to Dail Eireann.
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GAA
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Large attendance at the County GAA Board Convention 2018 in Lawlor’s Hotel, Dungarvan.
[Sean Byrne]
Clashmore who beat Knockanore in the Roinn C Final of the Western Allianz Cumann na mBunscoil Portlairge Football Finals 2018 played in Dungarvan's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]
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Club Focus Wednesday, 13th January, 1999. SOUTH EAST HURLING LEAGUE
Late late show by Corkmen denies Waterford victory Cork 1-12; Waterford 2-8. A LATE late goal by Cork’s Fergal McCormack denied visitory Waterford a victory they deserved in the South East Senior Hurling League at Midleton on Sunday last. If Waterford – the league holders – had won this game they would have qualified for a final meeting with Tipperary. Waterford got off to a great start in this game played before more than a thousand patrons with goal in the opening six minutes from Barry Browne and Paul Flynn. The first goal was of the controversial nature as Cork keeper Donal Og Cusack claimed the ball had not crossed the line. Flynn pointed two frees in the opening 30 minutes to leave Waterford leading by 2-2 to 0-5 at half-time. Ken McGrath with an excellent point and one from Dave Bennett stretched Waterford’s lead to five points six minutes into the second half. Cork replied with two points before substitute Dan Shanahan, who came on before half-time for the in-
jured Sean Daly, sent over two points in a 60 second period. Cork hit a purple patch between the 44th and 50th minutes scoring four points without replay – three of them from Timmy McCarthy, who was now at centre forward – which left the Rebels only one point adrift. Ken McGrath and Dave Bennett pointed to stretch Waterford’s lead to three points – 2-8 to 0-11 – with five minutes remaining. But Cork substitute Neil Ronan capitalising on a defensive mistake saw his effort go over for a point off the crossbar with four minutes to play and it looked as if Waterford would hold on until McCormack’s speculative shot from 50 metres went all the way to the net off the fingers of goalkeeper Stephen Brenner to give Cork a dramatic winner. Cork Scorers: F. McCormack 1-1, T. McCarthy 0-4, S. McGrath 0-2, B. O’Keeffe 0-2, B. Coleman 0-1, K. Murray 0-1, N. Ronan 0-1. Waterford scorers: P. Flynn 1-2, B. Browne 1-0, K. McGrath 0-2, D. Shanahan 0-2, D. Bennett 0-2. Cork: D. Og Cusack; D. Murphy, J. Browne, W. Sherlock, M. Landers, D. O’Sullivan, F. Ryan, D. Barrett, R. Dwane, T. McCarthy, F. McCormack, B. Coleman, B. O’Keeffe, K. Murray, S. McGrath. Subs: K. Morrison for B. Coleman (37th minute); B. Corcoran for F. Ryan (47th minute); N. Ronan for R. Dwane (53rd minute). Waterford: S. Brenner; T. Feeney, S. Cullinane, B. Flannery; P. Walsh, K. McGrath, B. Greene; F. Hartley, B. O’Sullivan; A. Kirwan, S. Daly, D. Bennett; P. Flynn, J. O’Connor, B. Browne. Subs: D. Shanahan for S. Daly injured 27 mins.; M. White for P. Flynn 52 minutes. Referee: P. Dunphy (KIlkenny).
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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY KILROSSANY PUT UP GOOD SHOW Championship: Munter Football Shield. Date: Sunday, 10th January, 1999. Venue: Na Piarsaigh. Fulltime score: Na Piarsaigh 1-14; Kilrossanty 0-6. Kilrossanty: R. Hayes; P. Hayes, K. Lonergan, E. Flynn; B. Lennon, M. Kiely, J. Kirwan; D. Kirwan, S. Veale; T. Kirwan, C. Dee, J. Kiely, N. O’Connor, D. Kiely, B. Kirwan. Subs: P. Whyte for N. O’Connor; P. Hayes for B. Lennon. Scorers: T. Kirwan 0-1, B. Kirwan 0-1, N. O’Connor 0-1, C. Dee 0-1, J. Kiely 0-2.
Modeligo beaten by Kinsalebeg in the Roinn D Final of the Western Allianz Cumann na mBunscoil Portlairge Football Finals 2018 played in Dungarvan's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]
Dungarvan GAA Annual 2018 available THE Dungarvan GAA Annual covering the happenings of the town club both on and off the fields in 2018 have hit the shelves and are available in Conor Lannon's Country Store, Johnny Lynch, Fruit and Veg in the Shopping Centre and in Albert McGrath's Newsagents, Mitchel Street, all three outlets great supporters of the Blues. Priced at €10. Youghal Road, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. 087 2674890 Dungarvanstatoil@cablesurf.com
FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 2 Forecasts. 2 Correct. 0 Incorrect. Success Rate: 100% This Week's Forecasts: Harty Cup HQF: St. Coleman’s Fermoy v (De La Salle, Waterford). Munster ‘C’ HQF: St. Augustines, Abbeyside v (Glanmire, Cork). Munster SHL Final: Clare v (Tipperary). McGrath Cup SF Final: Cork v (Clare). To Date: 2 Forecasts. 2 Correct. 0 Incorrect. Success Rate: 100%.
GAA AWARDS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Overall WLR/Granville Hotel award for 2018 to be revealed at Gala Dinner
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WITH SPECIAL GUEST HENRY SHEFFLIN
KILKENNY hurling legend Henry Shefflin is the guest speaker at the WLR Granville Hotel overall GAA awards ceremony which takes place in the Granville Hotel, Waterford on Saturday next, January 12th, 2019 Henry Shefflin’s list of achievements during his hurling career include 10 SH All-Irelands, 13 Leinster SH titles, 6 NHL titles, 3 AllIreland club titles, 4 Leinster club titles, 11 All Star Awards, and 3 Hurler of the Year Awards. Eleven monthly awards were chosen during a very busy 2018
on the GAA front. All will be honoured on the night with the overall winner on the night receiving a prize of a luxury weekend hotel break. Judges Liam Cusack, Stephen Frampton, Tomas McCarthy and Michael Drislane have the difficult task of deciding an overall winner and the public have 25 percent say by casting their vote on the WLR facebook page. The winner of the Kevin Casey Emerging GAA Star Award, which is for a boy or girl aged between 14 and 18 years of age, will also be announced on the night.
Henry Shefflin
FEBRUARY SEAMUS KEATING SEAMUS Keating was the first monthly award winner in 2018. The Ardmore and Waterford hurler picked up the accolade for his fine displays with the seasiders who became the first Déise club to lift an AllIreland title. Seamus played a key role as Ardmore were crowned All-Ireland Junior club hurling champions after a win over St. Mogue's of Wexford in a thrilling decider at Croke Park.
MARCH ST. ANGELA’S URSULINE
APRIL EIMEAR FENNELL
MAY TOM DEVINE
JUNE TOMMY PRENDERGAST
JULY BETH CARTON
ST. Angela's, Ursuline were the March winners after the Waterford school claimed two All-Ireland Camogie titles in the space of a few days. St. Angela's won the Senior B and Junior A deciders, seeing off Coláiste Íosigáin of Dublin and St. Mary's, New Ross.
ABBEYSIDE ladies footballer Eimear Fennell was the April winner. She was in fine form for the Déise ladies in their Division 2 league campaign as they qualified for a league semi-final place. Pat Sullivan's charges enjoyed some impressive wins and Eimear hit a hat-trick of goals in the win over Laois.
THE judges chose Tom Devine in May. The Modeligo man, who was back in the fold this season, put in a fine individual display against Clare in the Munster Championship in Ennis. Tom had made his first championship start in that game and followed it up with 1-2 against Tipperary.
TOMMY Prendergast was the winner of the June award. The Kilrossanty man put in a powerful display at midfield as Waterford recorded a first Championship win since 2011 when they defeated Wexford in the opening round of the AllIreland Qualifiers. Tommy dominated midfield and mounted several attacks as Waterford played an excellent brand of football.
IN July the winner was Waterford camogie star Beth Carton. She scored 3-36 in five championship matches for the Déise in the Summer. Carton starred in narrow victories over Limerick and Clare as Donal O'Rourke's charges reached the All Ireland quarter finals for the first time. The De La Salle forward shot 1-10 against the Shannonsiders and followed that up with 1-9 in Ennis a week later.
AUGUST KATE LYNCH
SEPTEMBER MARK FERNCOMBE
OCTOBER PAURIC MAHONY
NOVEMBER PHILIP MAHONY
DECEMBER MICHAEL KIELY
IT was the turn of Kate Lynch in August. Waterford were crowned Munster Minor A camogie champions for the first time after a hard earned 2-11 to 1-11 win over Cork in Fermoy. A player of the match performance by Kate Lynch helped the Déise to a historic victory. Kate also played a key role as Gaultier regained the County Senior Camogie Title with victory over De La Salle.
DUAL star Mark Ferncombe who won in September had a busy month as Abbeyside qualified for their first Co. Senior hurling Final since 2008. Mark was top scorer and struck the winner in their semifinal win over De La Salle and was also in top form in the final hitting scores from all angles as the Villagers couldn't prevent Ballygunner from making it five titles in a row.
PAURIC Mahony was our October winner. Pauric hit thirteen points in the Co. Senior hurling Final as Ballygunner claimed their first ever five in-a-row with a 2-19 to 0-13 win over Abbeyside. In the Provincial Championship, he finished with twelve points as Ballygunner held on for a hardfought win against Cork outfit Midleton to book a place in the Munster semi-final.
THE November award stayed in the Mahony household as Philip Mahony claimed the accolade. He was immense in the Gunners half back line, putting in a string of dominant displays as the Waterford champions captured their second Munster Club senior hurling title with a six-point win over a fancied Na Piarsaigh. Philip scored a crucial goal in the semi-final which forced extra-time against Ballyea as the Gunners went on to record an epic win after a mammoth battle.
ABBEYSIDE teenager Michael Kiely was the December winner. He put in a man of the match display striking 2-3 from play as the Villagers were crowned U-21 'A' Hurling Co. champions with victory over De La Salle in Fraher Field. The Dungarvan CBS student also put in some eye-catching displays for the Waterford Minor hurlers earlier this summer and was instrumental in their ‘come from behind wins’ over Tipperary and Limerick.
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GAA CLUB NOTES
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Modeligo FIVE CUPS TOGETHER IN MODELIGO NATIONAL SCHOOL!!! A great photo taken on Friday, December 14th, as the boys and girls from Scoil Mhuire, Má Dheilge, were visited by players and past pupils who were involved with recent winning sides from Modeligo GAA; Modeligo Camogie and Naomh Bríd. Medals were presented to the schools Boys & Girls football sides for their recent appearance in the Cumann na mBunscoileanna finals. The photos here shows representatives from each squad with the trophies won during 2018: * County Minor "B" Hurling won by Naomh Bríd * County Minor "B" Camogie Shield won by Modeligo Camogie * Girls West Waterford Primary Schools Football won by Scoil Mhuire, Má Dheilge. * Western Intermediate Football Cup won by Modeligo GAA Club. * Michael Kiely Cup won by Naomh Bríd's U-12 hurlers. Definitely one for the history books! Thanks to everyone for giving their time to make this a memorable occasion for the local kids, and thanks to all the staff in Modeligo National School for making this possible. MODELIGO GAA CLUB A.G.M. The Annual General Meeting of Modeligo GAA Club took place on Friday, December 14th in Modeligo Community Centre with a good number in attendance. Our Chairman, J. P. Ryan opened proceedings by welcoming all to the meeting, and following comprehensive and excellently presented Secretary's and Treasurer's reports from both Brian and Aiden, the election of our committee and officers for 2019 took place as follows: Club Presidents: Pat Denn & Billy Nugent. Vice Presidents: Fr. Gear; David Fitzgerald & Ned Ryan. Chairman: JP Ryan Vice Chairman: Kenneth Reddy Secretary: Brian McCarthy
Assist. Secretary: Niall Browne Treasurer: Aidan Moher P.R.O.: Micheál Power Camogie Chairman: Thomas Walsh Child Welfare Officer: John Fitzgerald Designated Person: Vince O'Donovan Health & Wellbeing Officer: Reg Fitzgerald Language & Cultural Officer: Kieran McCarthy Community Centre Delegate: John Power Western & County Board Delegates: Shane Reddy and John Power Committee Members: Nicholas O'Donovan; John Troy; Derek Kelly; Billy McCarthy; Gary Power. Election of Camogie Officers for 2018: (Held on Sunday, November 18th) Camogie Chairman: Thomas Walsh Camogie Secretary: Owen Reddy Treasurer: Aidan Moher P.R.O.: Micheál Power Coaching Officer: JP Ryan Child Welfare Officer: John Fitzgerald Committee Members: Tom O'Brien; Katie Barry; Liam Barron; Pat Egan; Patricia Power; Anne Foran; Eoin Quinn; Tom O'Byrne; Monica O'Byrne.
Best wishes to everyone for the sporting year ahead in 2019. NAOMH BRÍD TABLE QUIZ Our juvenile club had a great response to their Annual Table Quiz yet again this year, as it proved to be great fun and was well supported. Thanks to everyone who came along on the night to participate, to those who sponsored tables and spot prizes, a thanks to you all for your continued support for this event, which as always, proved to be one the most enjoyable nights of the year. SYMPATHY Sincerest sympathy is expressed to the Fraher family, Kilbrien on the recent passing of Mr. Jackie Fraher. His son, Pat, has been a selector with Naomh Bríd/St. Pat’s teams in recent times, while his grand-daughters Tara and Lucy currently play Camogie with our club sides. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.
Boys and girls from Scoil Mhuire, Má Dheilge, were visited by players and past pupils who were involved with recent winning sides from Modeligo GAA; Modeligo Camogie and Naomh Bríd.
Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €10,300 held in Micilin's Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 6/1/2019. The numbers were 1, 6, 20, 25. €30 won by the following people: Susan Connors, Bellaheen; Mark Crowe, c/o Nicky Power, Ballyshunnock. Seller’s prize of €30 won by: Tom Barry, c/o Crotty's. Next Clotto to be held in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 13/01/19. On duty on the night Liam Brazil and Pierce Whyte. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The AGM takes place this Friday evening, 11th January, 2019 at 8.00 p.m. in St. Bridget's Hall, Kilrossanty. All are welcome including new members. MONSTER BINGO Our Next Monster Bingo will take place on Friday evening,
25th January, 2019 in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien. ASTROTURF PITCH BOOKINGS Kilrossanty GAA are now taking bookings for our recently developed artificial playing pitch. If you would like to book a time slot please contact Kevin on 0876021964. GYM MEMBERSHIP Now that the New Year is upon us, why not join the Gym and get fitter and stronger. Membership for the year is only €99 so why not call in any evening and try out our facilities before you join, or give Jason a call on 0877836731 if you would like a price for families or couples. RECYCLED CLOTHES We are still collecting old clothes, shoes, curtains, sheets etc. So, if you are doing a clear out please bring them to the GAA club and put them in the recycling bin.
CLG na Rinne Athbhliain faoi shéan is faoi mhaise dhaoibh go léir. Tá an Cumann 129 bliain ar an bhfód anois agus guímid gach rath ar ár nimreoirí agus ár lucht tacaíochta don mbliain athá amach romhainn. BALLRAÍOCHT AGUS BALLRAÍOCHT AN GYM Is féidir gnáth bhallraíocht de CLG na Rinne a íoc anois. Téir i dteagmháil le haon bhall de choiste an Chlub. Chomh maith le sin beidh ballraíocht do lucht an gym le n-íoc dtí Pádraig Ó Murchadha roimh an 20ú lá d’Eanair. LOTTO Torthaí lotto 07/01/2019. Uimhreacha: 22, 24, 26, 29. Ní
raibh aon bhuaiteoir den bpota óir ach do bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas €25: Anne Mulqueen, Séamus Mac an Óige, Alison Condon. Beidh €10,000 sa phota óir an tseachtain seo chugainn. CRANNCHUR NÁISIÚNTA Tá na ticéidí do Chrannchur Náisiúnta na gClub le bheith ag Catherine nó Tommy roimh an 12 Eanair. Más mian leat aon eachtra a liú le nótaí na seachtaine seo chugainn nó má tá aon cheisteanna breise is féidir ríomhphost a sheoladh dtí ocpnarinne@gmail.com
Ballyduff Upper AGM Our Annual General Meeting takes place on Saturday, January 19th at 8 pm in St. Michael’s Hall. We urge all members to make this meeting as the club looks to put plans in place for the coming year. CLUB LOTTO Club lotto tickets are available in St. Michael’s Hall from 9
am – 1 pm on weekdays. Tickets are also on sale before and after Sunday Mass and available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín. CLUB SHOP Our O’Neills club shop has a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children’s sizes available by logging on to www.oneills.com and searching for Ballyduff Upper.
Lismore LOTTO DRAW RESULTS There was no winner of this week's jackpot. Nos drawn were:- 4, 17, 25 & 27. €20 consolation winners were:- Gillian Coffey, Francis Geoghegan, The Duffins and Ciara & Kevin
O’Mahony. Next week's Jackpot is €7,100. AGM Our AGM takes place this Saturday evening in the clubhouse at 7:30 p.m.
Boys and girls from Scoil Mhuire, Má Dheilge, were visited by players and past pupils who were involved with recent winning sides from Modeligo GAA; Modeligo Camogie and Naomh Bríd.
Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s SINCERE SYMPATHIES TO BUTLER FAMILY The parish and club of Sliabh gCua / St. Mary’s GAA would like to pass its condolences onto the family and friends of the clubs Lifelong President – Piery Butler. Pierce ‘Piery’ Butler was the President of Sliabh gCua / St. Mary’s GAA club and his loss will be felt by everyone in the community. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. SLIABH gCUA DANCERS VICTORY Sliabh gCua / St Mary’s GAA Club would like to extend congratulations Sliabh gCua dancers who won the Waterford Scór na nÓg competition in Modeligo. The club had a clean sweep winning the figure dancing, set dancing and the music group. The music group also won an additional prize of the John O’Reagan Perpetual Shield. Congratulations to the dancers and musicians involved and their teacher Monnie. Onto Munster Scór in Cappoquin on 20th January. Please come and support! Sliabh gCua abù NEWS/NOTES If anybody would like to include items in the Sliabh gCua/St
Mary's GAA notes, feel free contact the club Facebook page or e-mail: sliabhgcuapro@hotmail.com. All items must be received before Sunday evening for next week’s print. CLUB WHAT’S APP GROUP Want to keep up to date on all of the club information? Not joined the Club What’s app page? Contact Brendan, JP or Tara to get added onto the group. ‘THE LOCAL BAR' BIG BREAKFAST The club would like to thank everyone for supporting our Big Breakfast morning on St. Stephen’s morning, 26th December. We would like to thank the players for serving 300+ breakfasts. Once against we would like to thank The Local Bar as the event main sponsors and Trevor Power for sponsoring the eggs and for everyone else who donated, supported, sponsored and help out in any way. All proceeds to go to the development of the running track – works to commence in early 2019.
Clashmore/Kinsalebeg NEW CLUB CREST The Club is delighted to unveil our new Crest. It’s a much more modern insignia to celebrate all aspects of life in Clashmore and Kinsalebeg. Bottom and centre we’ve the iconic Ferry Point, a unique land mass representing Kinsalebeg. At the top of the badge we retain Clashmore’s Old Still, one of the most historic structures in the village. The wheat represents our agricultural roots, with one
for each of the three schools - Ballycurrane, Clashmore and Kinsalebeg. The Club colours remain strong in the background. It’s finished with a Football on the forehead and hurleys wrapping around the back. We can’t wait to wear it in 2019. STEWARDS FOR FRAHER FIELD The Fraher Field committee are seeking stewards for the coming year. Male and female club members, over 18 years of age, can apply. If you are interested, please contact Declan Hickey at 087 6529320. VICTORY SOCIAL - Saturday, January 26th The date for our victory social, in The Park Hotel, is fast approaching. Tickets are now available and cost €35 each. Tickets can be purchased from: Billy O'Halloran: 087 - 2671090. Cillian O'Keeffe: 083 - 4237686. Fintan Breathnach: 085 - 7356320. Jason Seward: 085 - 2027552.
GAA CLUB NOTES
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Dungarvan ST. STEPHEN’S DAY RUN 500 participants took part in our 20th annual St. Stephen’s Day walk and run which is ran in conjunction with West Waterford Athletic Club. This year all funds raised were in aid of former club player Dane Power’s rehabilitation. This was the biggest St. Stephen’s Day gathering with local and visiting runners, players from neighboring sporting clubs, friends of the Power and Crotty families, the general public and our own present and past members supporting Dane. The involvement of West Waterford Athletic Club was once again crucial to the successful organisation of the event and not forgetting our catering crew inside the counter who fed the multitudes. Club chairman David Kiely and club President Paddy Fitzgerald thanked everybody for making the event such a success and to everyone who came along to support it. Well done everybody. Community spirit at its very best. ADULT COMMITTEE The following is the adult executive committee for 2019. Chairman: David Kiely Vice chair: Paddy Fitzgerald Secretary: Tony Ryan Treasurer: Keeley Hallahan PRO: Claire Meehan Insurance Officer: Francis Barry Children’s and designated liaison officer: Imelda Killigrew Morrissey Oifigeach Gaelgach: Padraig Mac Gearailt Juvenile sub committee Rep: Eleanor O’Dwyer Committee members: Megan Daly, Mary Fitzgerald, Bobby Lyons, Michael Dwyer, Kevin Fleming, Declan Kiely, Ivan Fitzgerald, Gerry Silke, Shane Duggan, Pat Kiely. MEDAL PRESENTATION The presentation of Junior Medals, Intermediate football medals and under 14 Western football medals will take place on Friday night, 1st February in the clubhouse at 7:30 p.m. A great opportunity for our younger lads to engage and mix with the adult players in the club. Everyone is welcome to attend on the night.
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CLUB ANNUAL 2018 A wonderful club Annual with all the happenings on and off the field for 2018 has been produced and is available at the Country Store, Johnny Lynch Greengrocers at the shopping Centre, Albert McGrath Newsagent. This Annual is top quality and has details of all the teams throughout the year from the tots right up to senior. All club events off the field also feature with some top quality photos. Cost of Annual is €10. DEVELOPMENT Plans are now at an advanced stage for the first stage of development of facilities at our club grounds. Chairman of the development committee Paddy Fitzgerald gave an update at the first committee of the new year. All-Ireland winning footballer Kerry Kieran Donaghy is working with the development committee on the Development of the AstroTurf and works. Busy times ahead in Clogherane. SENIOR HURLING / FOOTBALL Both the Waterford Senior hurlers and footballers were in action at the weekend where both teams played Clare. We had representatives on both the football and hurling panels at the weekend where Darragh Lyons lined out for the hurlers and Kieran Power, Michael Kiely John Curran and Joe Allen are part of the Senior football panel for 2019. Unfortunately, both codes were defeated but it’s January and both sides will have benefited from having games under their belts. We wish a speedy recovery to Patrick Curran who recently sustained a hand injury. We all hope to see Patrick back on the hurling field shortly. SOCIAL MEDIA Keep up with club news on our frequently updated website. We are also on Facebook and Twitter. Anyone that wishes to have anything included in club notes can email same to meehan.claire@yahoo.ie DUNGARVAN GAA LOTTO RESULTS Numbers drawn: 15, 17, 18, 25. No winner. One match 3 numbers: Catherine Power (Rory and Sean). Next week’s jackpot €2,900
Affane Cappoquin CLUB GEAR Our O’Neil’s online club shop has a great variety of Club Leisurewear in both adult and children sizes available. GAA SEASON TICKET 2019 The very popular Waterford GAA Club Only Season Ticket is now available in both Intersport Elverys Waterford and Dungarvan, David Walsh’s Dungarvan and Walsh Park! This Season Ticket includes All Club games from Minor-Senior and Co Finals. Alternatively you can purchase the club and county one directly from Croke Park see link for more details on this option. This is the best value option! http://waterfordgaa.ie/taggedNews/10045570/2119/2019_n ational_season_tickets CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE JUVENILE GAA AGM Sat., 12th Jan. at 8.30 p.m. in The Clubhouse Cappoquin/Affane Juvenile GAA will be holding theIr AGM next Saturday, 12th January at 8:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse. All team mentors are requested to be in attendence as we make plans for all our Hurling & Football teams in 2019. The meeting is open to all members and in particular all the parents of our players. Should you wish to have an issue added to the
agenda please bring it to the attention of our Secretary Karen Twohig before Wednesday, 9th January. THREE TO ANSWER 1, Who scored Mullinagthas goal in the Leinster club senior football final in 2018? 2, Jason Forde Tipp scored the most scores in a single game in the 2018 All-Ireland senior hurling championship who was it against? 3, Who was top scorer in the 2018 All-Ireland senior hurling championship? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Kyle Hayes Limerick was the Man of the match in the 2018 All Ireland senior hurling final. 2, Man O War is a club in Dublin. 3, Galway won the 2018 Leinster senior hurling final in Thurles. CLUB LOTTO Monday, 7th January Club Lotto Monday, 7th January. Jackpot €12,200. Numbers drawn 1-3-6-18. No winner. The five €20 consolation prize winner are Kara/Glynn Curtin, Ballyhane; Mary Murray, Barrack St; Ray Rochford, Killeagh; Colm Burke, Conna and Sean Costin, Sheskin.
Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €4,400. On Sunday night Joe McGovern was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 28 which when turned was not the joker but she did win €50. Fr. Kiely and Marian Kiely won €25 each. GRANVILLE HOTEL/WLR FM SPORTS STAR AWARD This Saturday night the Annual Granville Hotel/WLR FM Sports Star Awards take place. We are deeply honoured to have two monthly winners nominated for the overall award and we wish Mark Ferncombe and Michael Kiely the very best of luck on the night.
INTERCOUNTY ACTIVITY On Sunday last both Waterford Senior hurlers and footballers were in action in the Munster Competitions. Conor Prunty was on the hurling team whilst Aaron Beresford, Brian Looby and Sean Whelan Barrett were on the football team. Unfortunately, both teams were defeated by Clare. We would like to congratulate Brian Looby on being named as captain of the footballers for the coming year. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo continues in the CBS Hall this Sunday night where the jackpot is €600.
Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST TALLOW GAA LOTTO SPONSORED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 1, 14, 16, 26. No winner. Consolation prizes: Aoife Tobin, Cathal Hurley, Victor Delaney, Seán and Josh Mangan. Promoter: Dinny Cunningham. Next draw: Lukie’s, 14th January. Jackpot: €8,400. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters or any business around town. NATIONAL DRAW Tickets are now available from the club for the National Club
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Draw. It is run on an all Ireland basis. Tickets are €10. All funds raised will be retained by the club and so all ticket purchases would be greatly appreciated. Prizes include a car, travel vouchers and All-Ireland hurling and football packages to name but a few. AGM CLG Tulach an Iarainn will hold our AGM on Friday, January 18th, at 8.00 p.m. in the clubhouse. It would be fantastic to see both current and new members on the night. All support is greatly appreciated. COIS BHRÍDE The AGM is postponed until Thursday, January 24th, at 8.30 p.m. in Tallow clubhouse.
Kilrossanty Brickeys Minor team with coach Dermot.
Kilrossanty Brickeys players celebrate after the final.
Kilrossanty/Brickeys Ladies Football KILROSSANTY BRICKEYS TAKE MINOR TITLE It was another proud day for the club on Sunday, December 9th when our Minor team lined out against the Shamrocks in the C County Final. Having topped their group with wins over St. Pats, Tramore and Abbeyside, the team and mentors were quietly confident facing into this match. That said, ourselves and the Shamrocks are no strangers to each other at this stage having met on a number of occasions and at various age groups over the last few years. We knew full well that they would arrive well prepared, well organised, and as fiercely competitive as they always are. Having also been unbeaten in their group through the knockout stages, neither team wanted this to be the day their winning streak would come to an end. Having to field on the day without two of our more experienced players, Mackenzie Doyle who was unavailable and Eimear Walsh who we lost to injury in the semi-final, a bit of re-shuffling of the team had to be done. From the throw-in, and playing against a strong wind, the team were slow to settle and Shamrocks made their intentions clear with some good early scores. However, before long the girls found their groove, and the scores started to come with two goals and a point being scored in quick succession. At this point Kilrossanty Brickeys began to dominate the game, playing some lovely football, however superb defending from the Shamrocks meant that this dominance was not reflected on the scoreboard. We were caught napping then for a period, allowing Shamrocks to claw their way back scoring two goals in as many minutes bringing the game level, but the girls responded quickly and went into the break with a lead of Kilrossanty Brickeys 5-5; Shamrocks 2-5. We went into the second half, with the advantage of a 3 goal lead and the wind at our backs, but if anyone thought a 3 goal deficit would cause the Shamrocks to throw in the towel they would have been badly mistaken. The second half proved to be as entertaining a contest as anyone could ask for with some fantastic free-flowing football being played and some super scores. But for every period of dominance we enjoyed, Shamrocks seemed to respond in kind and at times against the run of play, reducing our lead and forcing us to dig deep again and try and find another gear. Luckily, the girls were taking nothing for granted, and knew that if they were to withstand the pressure and hold on to the game, there was no room for sitting back. To their immense credit, they never panicked, stuck to the game plan and never took their foot off the pedal. Despite a
Shamrocks onslaught in the final minutes of the game, they stood firm, and at the final whistle they had done enough and were relieved and overjoyed to have won the title, Kilrossanty Brickeys 7-13; Shamrocks 7-05. And so it was with great pride we watched the trophy being presented to captain Aoibhín Connaughton. The scoreline alone tells the story of what a fantastically entertaining contest this was, played by two hugely committed teams, both of whom should be proud of their efforts on the day. However, there can only be one winner, and on this occasion it was Kilrossanty Brickeys, and deservedly so. With only four of the starting team on the age, this was a young team. However, coming on the back of what has been a fantastic season for the club, all of the younger players would have played in finals earlier in the season and this experience of the big occasion obviously stood to them, as they maintained their composure throughout, when at times it looked like a Shamrocks comeback might be on the cards. The teamwork on display was a joy to see, with each and every player contributing not only on the day but throughout the campaign. Having won the minor title in the D grade in 2017, and now to win the C division in 2018, is a testament to the progress being made in the club which is due in no small part to the dedication of all of the coaches, and to the girls themselves. Huge credit for this victory must go to trainer Dermot O’Neill, who ensures that the team is well prepared for every match, and who always seem to be able to steady the ship and make the right calls on the line, and to Midge Baldwin for looking after fixtures and training and keeping everything ticking over and running smoothly. And finally to the girls themselves, for their commitment, their attitude, and their wonderful team spirit. All in the club are very proud of your victory and look forward to seeing what can be achieved in 2019. The full minor panel for 2018 was Emma Power, Helena Barry, Aoibhín Connaughton (capt), Clara Curran, Aoife O’Neill, Ava Healy, Ellen Maye, Áine O’Neill, Róise Murray, Ellen Kirwan, Emily Murphy, Beth Gardiner, Jessica Donnelly, Nadia Power, Aoibhe Kirwan, Ailbhe Shanley, Eimear O’Neill, Mackenzie Doyle.
MEDAL PRESENTATION The club will hold its medal presentation on Sunday, January 20th in the clubhouse in Bushy Park at 3 p.m. where the medals for u-12, u-13, u-14, u-15, u-16 and minor will be given out, as well as the county medals from 2017 in u-14, u15, u-16, minor and junior. We look forward to celebrating the club’s achievements over the last two seasons with the girls and their families.
Ballinameela WELL WISHES We would like to extend our well wishes to all members of the parish sick at present. Get well soon! BALLINAMEELA GAA QUIZ NIGHT We will be running a quiz night in the Welcome Inn this Saturday, 12th January at 9.00 p.m. Teams of four will do battle to be crowned Quiz Champions 2019. This promises to be a
great night with lots of great prizes on offer. Please support and bring along family and friends! DATE FOR THE DIARIES Following our Junior Hurling Western and County championship success, we will be holding a Club social and medal presentation on Saturday, 9th February in the Park Hotel. Further details to follow.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Kilmacthomas ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Just a friendly reminder that our Annual General Meeting will take place on Friday, 11th of January, 2018. This will take place at the Rainbow Hall at 7.30 p.m. sharp. After a very successful year we have big plans for 2019 and we're looking for volunteers to come on board and help. KILMACTHOMAS GAA SOCIAL The club will hold a social in The Park Hotel Dungarvan on Friday, 25th January. This will be a four-course meal, with dinner starting at 7:30 p.m. sharp. Live music on the night from The Renegades. Tickets cost €40 and can be purchased from any member of the club or by contacting Tyrone on 087-1234110.
Kilgobinet AGM The club held our AGM last Friday evening, 4th January, in the Sports Centre in Bohadoon. Preceded by Mass celebrated by Fr. Paddy Kennedy, for all our deceased members. There was a good attendance and Chairman Matty Fahey, welcoming all, gave a run down of our 2018 season, and plans for this coming 12 months.Treasurer Mick Dunford presented a comprehensive report of the incomings and outgoings. Matty Fahey was re-elected Chairman, with Secretary Clare and Treasurer Mick deciding not to stand for re-election. The following is the list of officers for the coming year: Hon. Life President: Martin Curran President: John Nugent Chairman: Matty Fahey Secretary: Catherine Hickey Ass. Secretary: Liam Dalton Treasurer: Helen Walsh Ass. Treasurer: Mick Dunford P.R.O. Joe O’Brien Membership Officer: Eamonn Curran St Patricks Juvenile Club Liaison Officer: Nigel Fleming Déise Draw: Paul Byrne First Aid Officer: Mary Fahey Hurling Selectors: John Byrne, Lar Curran Football Selectors: Alan Fitzgerald, Brian Dunford MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR 2019 Players: €100. Non playing members/students €50. SYMPATHIES The Club sympathises with Tom Corcoran and family, Bohadoon, on the recent death of Ann Marie Corcoran. Ann Marie was a native of Kiskeam, Mallow, Co. Cork. Our sympathies also go to Peg Fraher and family, Kilbrien Upper, on the death of Jackie Fraher. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha FACEBOOK Follow us on Facebook for the latest club news and updates. @kilgobinet.gaa
An Coilligean/Na h-Emmetigh CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Shalloe’s Bar on Monday, 17th December. The numbers drawn were 3, 13, 27 and 30. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Betty Condon, Donal Fraher, Jim Queally, Tessi Nugent, Anthony McFeely, Johnny Fennell, Amy, Shane & Shannon and Adam Wyse. The seller’s prize went to GPA Drohan. Last Monday, 7th January) night’s jackpot was worth €9,500. SYMPATHY Colligan GAA would like to express their sympathy to the Corcoran family on the passing of Annmarie Corcoran. May she rest in peace. HAPPY NEW YEAR On behalf of Colligan GAA, here’s wishing all our members, players, officers, supporters and everyone in our community a happy, healthy and peaceful New Year. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our supporters, sponsors and anyone who helped the club in any way throughout the year. Your support is greatly appreciated. Here’s looking forward to a great 2019.
Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Draw 18th December: Numbers drawn were 10,16, 20 and 23. There was no jackpot winner. €30 weekly winners were Joe Tobin, John O’Brien and James Bennett. First draw of 2019 takes place on January 8th with a jackpot of €2,125. Draw every Tuesday night in Meagher’s. Tickets available from any club member. We thank all who supported our Christmas Draw and thank all the sponsors of the prizes on the night. 1st prize, Hamper – Ballysaggart Ladies Football, 2nd prize, Bottle Brandy – Trish Silke, 3rd prize, wine and biscuits- Fiona Browne, Araglen. 4th prize, Voucher for Sean Roches – Kate and Sarah O’Donovan, 5th prize, bottle of whiskey – Tom Walsh, 6th prize, Voucher for Meaghers – James Morrissey, Cappoquin, 7th prize, Box of glasses and Christmas cards – Gina O’Brien, Shrough, 8th prize, Bottle of baileys and biscuits – Maurice Landers, 9th prize, Voucher at Centra – Breda Veale, 10th prize – 2 bottles of wine and glasses, 11th prize, 2 bottles of wine – Laura Roche, 12th prize, wine and biscuits – Maurice Landers, 13th prize, bottle of wine and Roses - Seamus Prendergast, 14th prize, bottle of wine and Celebrations – Davy Nugent, 15th prize, Voucher at Foley’s – Yvonne Harrington, 16th prize, Heroes – Billy & Anne Devine, 17th prize, biscuits – Mark Veale. WATERFORD HURLERS IN CO-OP SUPERSTORES LEAGUE Waterford hurlers played two games in the Co-Op Superstores Hurling League. Last Wednesday night they had a six point win over Cork with Stephen Bennett scoring 0-13 and on Sunday they played Clare and lost by the narrowest of margins on a score of 3-16 to 2-20. Kieran, Stephen and Shane Bennett started for the Deise side with Stephen scoring 2-12.
The St. Pat's U-15 ladies who against the odds defeated brave St. Olivers in the county final in November.
Stradbally lighted to see a lot of our underage members on various county panels. We wish them all every success for the year ahead and look forward to following their progress over the months ahead. SUNDAY NIGHT MUSIC January 13th Quickstep January 20th Connie & Collette January 27th Mary Prendergast.
RORY’S STORY The countdown is on and the excitement is building for the eagerly anticipated evening with Rory’s Stories in the Park Hotel on Friday, 18th January at 8.30 pm. This guarantees to be an evening filled with GAA Comedy from the famous GAA comic Rory O’Connor, tickets are now on sale in Cunningham’s Shop, The Park Hotel or you contact Eamonn Clancy 087-9078101. Tickets are selling fast and this event is expected to be sold out soon so please book early to avoid disappointment on the night. 2019 MEMBERSHIP At our recent AGM it was agreed to maintain the current membership rates for 2019 - Adult €70, Couple €120, OAP €50, Student/1st child in a family €40, 2nd child in family €30, 3rd & subsequent children €30, U-5/U-6 €5. Membership can now be paid to membership officers Ollie Costelloe and Pat Fennell or alternatively you can pay online by visiting www.stradballygaa.com where all options are available. Again in 2019 we have several membership packages available if you wish to avail of these. They can be purchased on line or can be paid by direct debit. Direct debit forms are available from any committee member or by email to our club secretary at secretary.stradbally.waterford@gaa. Adult Package. Membership €70, Déise Draw €90, 50/50 draw €130, National Ticket €10. Total €300 or €25 per month. Couple Package. Membership €120, Déise Draw €90, 50/50 Draw €130, National Ticket x 2 €20. Total €360 or €30 per month. OAP Package. Membership €50, Déise Draw €90, 50/50 Draw €130, National Draw Ticket €10. Total €280 or €23.23 per Month. SCÓR The first county title of 2019 for the club goes to our Léiriú team who performed in the Scór na nÓg County final last Friday night. On the 50th anniversary of Scór it was nice to see our team acknowledge this great milestone for Scór in their act, a gesture that was appreciated by the large crowd in attendance. They now go forward to compete in the Munster Final on the 20th of January. Well done to all involved and the very best of luck in the Munster Final. Well done to our figure dancers who competed in the County Final of the figure dancing last Friday night in Modeligo. Many thanks to Liz Murphy who put in a huge effort with both acts over the holiday period in preparation for the night. NATIONAL CLUB DRAW National Club draw tickets are now available to purchase from any Committee member. The National club draw is organised by Croke Park to support clubs with their day to day running costs. Tickets are €10 with fantastic prizes on offer. All proceeds of these ticket sales go directly to our club. 2019 WINTER LEAGUE Our annual Winter League for 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th Class students will commence on Thursday night, February 7th at 6.30 pm. Registration forms have been sent out to the schools and we would ask all children who will compete in this year’s league to fill out the required details and return to their School by Wednesday, January 23rd for collection. This will enable the organisers to pick teams in advance of the opening night. 50:50 Winner: Congratulations to Sadhbh Cummins who won €225 in our last 50:50 draw of 2018. Our next draw will take place on the 13th January. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5. Tickets are available from Cunningham’s shop, Farm Relief Services, Whelan’s Bar and The Cove Bar as well as from any of the club committee. You can also log onto www.stradballygaa.com and purchase your tickets on line. ON COUNTY DUTY As the new inter county season begins, all in Stradbally would like to wish our County teams the very best of luck for the 2019 season ahead. While we are proud to have representation on the Senior Hurling and Football panels we are also de-
Pictured above is the winning Léiriú team. Back Row (L-R): Molly Kate Hearne, Beibhín Delaney, Eva Davis, Peter Davis, Éabha Fee. Front Row (L-R): Ellie Skehan, Lilly Casey & Niamh Kavanagh.
Pictured above is the Stradbally Figure Dancing Team. Back Row (L-R): Molly Kate Hearne, Niamh Kavanagh, Ellie Skehan, Alice Ketch. Front Row (L-R): Molly Fennell, Ruby Keane, Niamh Kilbride, Ava McElduff.
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Shamrocks Ladies GFC 2018 Medal Presentation
Shamrocks Ladies GFC 2018 U-8 – U-10 Team.
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Shamrocks Ladies 2018 MEDAL PRESENTATION Shamrocks Ladies GFC held its 2018 Medal Presentation in the KGK Hall in Knockanore on Sunday, December 30th. With a large attendance of players and their families it was a busy afternoon as we presented medals to our Under 15 and Under 16 County Champions and to our Under 12 and Minor County Finalists. Our Under 8s and Under 10s who also had a very successful season having played a number of blitzes during the year were also presented with medals. The club was delighted to welcome current Waterford Ladies Senior player Katie Murray and former Dublin Senior centre back Ger Brennan to present the medals to the girls. A big thanks to everyone who supported our hamper raffle on the day and especially to Forde’s Spar Tallow, Knockanore Cheese, Keniry’s Centra Tallow and Lidl Ireland for sponsoring the hampers. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The club’s AGM is fixed for the KGK Hall Knockanore on Friday, January 18th at 8.30 p.m. HAPPY NEW YEAR Happy New Year to all our players and their families and to our mentors, and everyone who has supported the club over the last few years. Best wishes also to all involved with Shamrocks GAA club who have been a huge support to the Ladies Football Club over the last number of years. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Shamrocks Ladies players Catherine Hynes and Aobhla Motherway who have been selected on the Waterford Under 16 panel for 2019.
Shamrocks Shamrocks Ladies GFC U-16 County Champions 2018.
Shamrocks Ladies GFC U-15 County Champions 2018.
Shamrocks Ladies GFC U-12 County Finalists 2018.
(Kindly sponsored by Allen Engineering & Agri Sales Ltd). CLUB LOTTO Christmas Lotto held on Dec. 22nd, There was no winner of the main Lotto draw. €20 winners were Ollie O'Farrell, P.M.D.L, John Lyons, D & F Corkery, John O'Donovan. €50 winners were Alan Mills, Paula & Ella McGrath, Aidan Browne, and Karen Landers. €50 Promoters prize; Ann Tobin, Marian Forbes. Box of Chocolates; Dan Casey, Jack Baldwin, George Mills, Brian Power, and Timmy Flaherty. Box of Biscuits; Pat & Mary Casey, Liam Motherway, Nicky O'Neill, Eamonn Forbes, and Aobhla Motherway. Our thanks to all supporters of our Lotto throughout the year. Lotto draw held on 5th January, 2019, numbers drawn were 13-15-16-24, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Kitty O'Farrell, Liam Casey, Larry McGrath, Ita Mills, and Ava & Louise Moloney. Next week's jackpot will be €9,850. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING A large crowd attended the A.G.M. of C.L.G. na Seamroga which was held last Friday in Knockanore, though once again, a lot of players were noticeable by their absence. After welcoming everyone, Chairman Liam Ahearne asked Treasurer Eamonn Lonergan to go through the balance sheet of the club which he did in detail. A lively discussion arose from this, as it is clear that the club is running at a deficit at the moment. Eamonn told the meeting that urgent steps are required to address this, and a finance committee has been set up to look into fundraising. The one bit of good news was that our total payments were lower than they had been for a few years despite the added expense of reaching, and waiting 9 weeks for a football county final, and Eamonn said that further tightening of the payments would be done in the coming year. He complimented all our sponsors for their generosity, especially in the lead up to the county final. Eamonn was complimented on a very detailed balance sheet, and indeed the role of Treasurer is probably the most important one in any club nowadays. Next Secretary Ann O'Keeffe gave a run down of the club's activities during the year, and she also paid tribute to the Shamrocks Ladies Football Club who had a great run of success in 2018. Ann received a warm round of applause for her report. Chairman Liam Ahearne then addressed the meeting, and complimented all our players who trained so hard during the year, and though winning the Western Junior Football title, we were unlucky in the final. He also paid tribute to Cois Bhride Chairman Declan Butler, who was in attendance, on the juvenile club's winning a county title at U-21 B football, and reaching a county final in minor hurling which they unfortunately lost after a replay and extra time. The next item was the election of officers, and following the untimely death of one of our Vice Presidents, Biddy Morrisson a few weeks ago, Tom O'Donovan was elected as Vice President. So the full lineout for the coming year is as follows; Chairman Liam Ahearne, Vice Chairman Frank Roche, Treasurer Eamonn Lonergan, Assistant Treasurer Thomas Baldwin, Secretary Ann O'Keeffe, Assistant Secretary, Padraig Tobin, P.R.O. Frank Roche, Registrar Mark Baldwin, Membership officer Thomas Baldwin, Insurance Officer Padraig Tobin, First Aid Tim Lenehan and Thomas Goulding, Children's and Health & Wellbeing officer Frank Roche. The outgoing committee was retained with the inclusion of Seamus Tobin, Ciaran O'Keeffe, Thomas Goulding, and John O'Donovan. A Coach / trainer has yet to be appointed for the Intermediate hurling team, but Noel Crowley has agreed to carry on as coach for the football team along with the same selectors of Dan Casey, Seamus Tobin, and Declan Butler. Peter Morrisson, Joe Ahearne, and Martin O'Keeffe have agreed to continue as Junior Hurling selectors for the coming year. There were a few other issues dealt with before the meeting was adjourned. We wish all the officers, selectors, and players the best of luck in the coming year. CONGRATULATIONS! A big congratulations go out to popular clubman Martin Delaney and his wife Aine who welcomed a baby boy into the parish last Friday. Congrats to you both, from all in the club. NEW YEAR, NEW MANAGER! Well done to the new Deise Bainisteoir Pauric Fanning who got his managerial campaign off to a winning start by beating Cork in Mallow in the Munster League, and though they lost to Clare by a point in Fraher Field last Sunday, it's a positive start. Now if we could only sort out the Walsh Park debacle.
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PARK HOTEL SPORTS STAR AWARDS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
28th Park Hotel Awards next week THE annual pilgrimage to the premier Deise sports awards will take place on Saturday night, 19th of January when the cream of Waterford sporting talent, their families and friends will be summoned to The Park Hotel, Dungarvan for the announcement of the Waterford Supreme Sportsperson of the Year for 2018. The chosen one will follow in the footsteps of such sporting luminaries as Cyclist, Sean Kelly – the first winner – Jockey, Tom Queally, Soccer star, John O’Shea, Boxer, Neil Gough; Race-Walker, Kate Veale and many more. Twentyeight years of Waterford Sport has thrown up many heroes. The year past was another great one for Waterford sport, with Soccer, Hurling, Show-Jumping, Rowing, Athletics, Horse-Racing
and yet one more new sport, Triathlon throwing up great performances, many worthy of the supreme accolade. This will be the 28th occasion when the public and sports stars will get together to hear and recall the great exploits of their sporting heroes through the course of the year and there were very many highlights to recount from 2018. The Park Hotel Awards initiated by the Flynn Family almost three decades ago have remained fresh through the efforts of Pierce Flynn of the Park Hotel, the Adjudicators, supporters, but most of all, a host of sporting heroes who have delivered exciting performances, often record-breaking, or of world class. Once again, an MC of national renown will lead the nominees through their recollections of the
Monthly award winners January: Jack O’Donoghue, Rugby; February: Craig Breen, Rallying; March: Alan Reynolds, Soccer; April: Tom Carney, Tramore AFC Youths; May: Robin Dawson, Golf; June: Kieran Jackson, Triathlon; July (Joint): Andrew Goff, Rowing and Anthony Condon, Showjumping; August: Thomas Barr, Athletics; September: Joe Gough, Athletics; October: Lee O’Connor, Soccer; November: Ballygunner, Hurling; December: Henry de Bromhead, Horse Racing.
year and the performances which gained them their Monthly Award. “Last year was an exciting year for sport in Waterford,” says Pierce Flynn, the man who conceived the idea for the Awards. “This is reflected in the stature of the thirteen nominees who will appear at this year’s banquet. We are pleased and proud to host our 28th Annual event and few of us could have foreseen the exciting and fulfilling times we have had through those years. We are, I think, the longest running Awards event in the country and, as long as our sports people keep winning, we hope to
be there to honour their achievements with a monthly accolade and an overall award each January. “In paying tribute to these superb people, I also acknowledge and thank our adjudicators who have been with us since day one. This is a big commitment on their part and one we value greatly. It is an onerous task, but one they have discharged with great dedication.” The Adjudicators are: John O’Connor, Munster Express and RTE; Kieran O’Connor, O’Connor Communications; Ger Lawton, Sports Editor, Waterford News & Star and Neil Gough, WLR-fm.
Park Awards Most Prolific Monthly Winners 11: John O’Shea (soccer) 10: Francis Connors (showjumping). 8: Neil Gough (boxing), Henry de Bromhead (horse racing). 7: Ciarán Power (cycling); Kelly Proper (athletics), Tom Queally (horse racing), Seamus Power (golf). 6: David Casey (horse racing), David McCarthy (athletics), Craig Breen (rallying). 5: Paul Flynn (hurling), Niamh Briggs (rugby), Shauna O’Brien (swimming), Thomas Barr (athletics), Joe Gough (athletics). 4: Ben Cronin (rugby), Susan Smith (athletics), Declan Lonergan (rowing), Pat Flynn (horse racing), Capt. John Ledingham (showjumping), Kevin Moran (hurling), Robin Dawson (golf), Anthony Condon. 3: Tony Browne, Ken McGrath, Dan Shanahan (hurling), John Kiely, Shay Barry (Horse Racing). Pat & Milo Murray (Rowing), Stephen Hunt, Daryl Murphy (Soccer), Garry Hurley (Golf), Gillian Hayes (Basketball). Ml Ryan (Ladies Football), Hilton Hinks (Motor Cycling), Ciara Grant (Women's Soccer)
Park Hotel Sports Star award Saturday, 19th January, 2019
Park Hotel Sports Star Award 2018 Readers’ Competition THE Park Hotel is offering readers the opportunity to win a VIP Weekend for Two in The Old Ground Hotel, Ennis, The Imperial Hotel, Cork or the New Park Hotel, Kilkenny. There is also a runners-up prize for Dinner for Two in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. All you have to do is put your skill against our panel of Judges and choose which one of The Park Hotel Sports Stars (listed across) will be chosen Waterford’s Supreme Sports Star of 2018 at a Gala Banquet on Saturday, 19th January, 2019. So fill in the coupon straight away and you could be one of the lucky winners. RULES 1. The employees and immediate families of The Park Hotel Group are not eligible to enter. 2. Prizes cannot be refunded for cash. 3. The Judges’ decision is binding and no correspondence will be entered into.
My choice for the Waterford Sports Star for 2018 is: ………………………………………………... Name: ……………………………………….. Address: …………………………………….. ……………………………………..………….
336 MONTHLY AWARD WINNERS FROM 26 SPORTS
The breakdown of monthly winners by sport: 1991-2018 Athletics (50): Kelly Proper 7, David McCarthy 6, Thomas Barr 5, Joe Gough 5, Susan Smith 4, Kate Veale 3, John Treacy 2, William Harty 2, Jamie Costin 2, Bríd Golden 2, Niamh Whelan 2, Hayley Fitzsimons 2, Francis Lynch 1, Derek Hayes 1, Bro. P. Lennon 1, John Hallissey 1, Mairead Murphy 1, Mairead Deevy 1, Megan and Ben Kiely 1, Jessie Barr 1. Hurling (49): Paul Flynn 5, Kevin Moran 4, Ken McGrath 3, Dan Shanahan 3, Tony Browne 3, Billy O’Sullivan 2, Eoin Kelly 2, John Mullane 2, Stephen Bennett 2, Patrick Curran 2, Philip Mahony 2, Sean Daly 1, Mick Mahony 1, Gerald McCarthy 1, Paraic Fanning 1, Pat Fitzgerald 1, Fergal Hartley 1, Nicky Cashin 1, Michael Walsh 1, Justin McCarthy 1, David O’Sullivan 1, Craig Maloney 1, Noel Connors 1, Maurice Shanahan 1, Wayne Hutchinson 1, Kieran Power 1, Tom Devine 1, Kevin Daly 1, Owen Connors 1, Austin Gleeson 1, Jamie Barron 1, Stephen O'Keeffe 1, Pauric Mahony 1. Soccer (47): John O’Shea 11, Stephen Hunt 3, Daryl Murphy 3,
Tommy Lynch 2, Alfie Hale 2, Paul Power 2, Alan Kirby 2, Shane Robinson 2, Brian Murphy 2, Noel Hunt 2, Jim Goodwin 2, Alan Reynolds 2, Brian Arrigan 1, Micheál Downey 1, Kevin Kelly 1, Mick Madigan 1, Michael Devine 1, Gary Dempsey 1, Jimmy McGeough 1, Brian O’Keeffe 1, Willie John Kiely 1, Kenny Browne 1, Luke Walsh, Lee Kavanagh 1, Tom Carney 1, Lee O'Connor 1. Horse Racing (36): Henry de Bromhead 8, Tom Queally 7, David Casey 6, Pat Flynn 4, Shay Barry 3, John Kiely 3, Ken Whelan 1, John Queally 1, Danny Grant, Robert Widger 1 and Mark Beecher 1, Dylan Robinson 1. Golf (26): Seamus Power 7, Robin Dawson 4, Gary Hurley 3, Kevin Phelan 2, Pete Munroe 2, Eddie Power 1, Michael Burns 1, Suzanne O’Brien 1, Gavin McNeill 1, Eoin Ryan 1, Justin Spratt 1, Mark Shanahan 1, Alan Thomas 1. Showjumping (22): Francis Connors 10, John Ledingham 4, Anthony Condon 4, Denis Coakley 1, Peter Moloney 1, Paul Beecher 1 and Tholm Keane 1. Basketball (18): Gillian Hayes
3, Michael Evans 2, Gerry Fitzpatrick 2, Catherina White 2, Christina Kiely 1, Eric Blair 1, Orla Dempsey 1, Mary & Kim Fitzpatrick 1, Dean Kavanagh 1, Robert Grant 1, Michelle Aspel 1, Sinead Deegan 1, Jim Dudley 1. Cycling (16): Ciaran Power 7, Declan Lonergan 4, Robert Power 2, Sean Kelly 1, Stephen Spratt 1 and Rory Wyley Jnr 1. Gaelic Football (15): John Kiely 2, Shane Briggs 2, Carthach MacCraith 1, Peter Ferncombe 1, Pat Walsh 1, Richie Power 1, Michael Supple 1, Michael Walsh 1, Sean Ahearne 1, John Hearne 1, Maurice O’Gorman 1, Gary Hurney 1, John Moore 1, Thomas O’Gorman 1. Boxing (11): Neil Gough 8, Martin Murphy, M & K Fitzpatrick 1, James Keoghan 1 and J.P. McDonagh 1. Rugby (10): Ben Cronin 4, Jack O'Donoghue 2, Liam Lannon 1, Brendan Moran, Jason Moran & John Kelsey 1. Ladies Football (9): Michael Ryan 3, Bernie Ryan 1, Aine Wall 1, Marie Crotty 1, Catherina Casey 1, Mary O’Rourke 1, Linda Wall 1.
Swimming (8): Shauna O’Brien 5, Rebecca O’Meara 1, John Paul Williamson 1 & Joe Murphy 1. Rallying (7): Craig Breen 6, Ray Breen 1. Rowing (6): Pat & Milo Murray 3, Andrew Goff 2, Raymond O'Mahony 1. Women’s Rugby (5): Niamh Briggs 5. Camogie (4): Colm Bonner & Padraig Fanning 1, Caithriona McGlone 1, Patricia Jackman 1, Beth Carton 1. Motor Cycling (3): Hilton Hincks 3. Ladies Soccer (3): Ciara Grant 3. Ladies Boxing (1): Lynne McEnery. Greyhound Racing (1): John O’Connor 1. Hockey (1): Roisin Foley 1. Handball (1): Barry McAndrew & Kenny Keane. Special Olympics (1): Susan McGill & Tom Scanlan. Racquetball (1): Niamh Coffey & Tristan Hickey. Triathlon (1): Kieran Jackson 1. Total 26 Sports.
Tel. No. (if any): …………………………….. Return to :– Waterford Sports Star for 2018, c/o The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, County Waterford. Closing date for entries is Friday, 18th January, 2019, at 10.00 a.m. RESULTS WILL BE PUBLISHED
Park Hotel Waterford Sports Star Overall winners 1991-2017 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
The Park Hotel Sports Star 2018 JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
APRIL
JACK O’DONOGHUE (Rugby)
CRAIG BREEN (Rallying)
ALAN REYNOLDS (Soccer)
TOM CARNEY, Tramore Youths (Soccer)
MAY
JUNE
JULY
AUGUST
ROBIN DAWSON (Golf)
KIERAN JACKSON (Triathlon)
ANTHONY CONDON (Showjumping)
ANDREW GOFF (Rowing)
THOMAS BARR (Athletics)
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
JOE GOUGH (Athletics)
LEE O’CONNOR (Soccer)
PHILIP & PAURIC MAHONY (Hurling)
HENRY DE BROMHEAD (Horse Racing)
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GENERAL SPORT
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Kilmacthomas Badminton Club Knock-Out Cup THE Knock-Out Cup competitions will be played during the month of January and we will have four teams competing across the various grades. Kilmac 2 played their semi-final first leg last Wednesday and came away from Tourin with a 4-2 victory. Team: Shane O'Mahoney, Adee Ali, Martin Walsh, Rachel Walsh, Natalie Brown and Fiona Kiely. They will play the return leg this Wednesday, January 9th in Kilmac. Kilmac 3 begin their cup campaign at home to Dunmore on Friday, 11th January. Kilmac 4 will play their first match on Tuesday, 8th January against Tourin 4. COMPETITION UPDATE Our club members were back in competition action over the weekend with events taking place in Wexford and Limerick. Well done to all who took part. The Wexford Charity Open was held in Gorey on Saturday and the Grade E mixed event was an all Kilmac affair with Martin and Rachel Walsh facing Natalie Brown and her partner Steven Prendergast (Cork). On this occasion Natalie and Steven were victorious. On Sunday the Grade F, G and H Munster competition was held in UL. Celine Tierney had a successful day reaching all three finals, finishing as runner-up in the singles and mixed doubles and winning the ladies doubles with Phoebe Bowdren. Carol Walsh and Fiona Kiely were runners-up in the Grade F ladies doubles. U-11 COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS Kilmacthomas club will host the U-11 county badminton championships this Saturday, 12th January at 10.30 a.m. There will be singles, doubles and mixed doubles. Entries can be sent to Natalie
(nataliebrown@live.ie or 0872134753) by Thursday, 10th January. JUVENILE BADMINTON Badminton for our juvenile members recommences this Wednesday and Friday evening from 7-8 p.m. in the Rainbow Hall. KIERSEY CUP 2019 Our showcase event of the year is just around the corner, with this years' Kiersey Cup mixed doubles competition taking place on Saturday and Sunday 26th and 27th of January. Section 3 for Grades G, H and Novice will take place at 12 noon on Saturday, 26th January. On Sunday 27th play will commence at 11am with Section 2 for grades E and F, followed by Section 1 for Grades D and above. Everyone is guaranteed a minimum of 2 games. Entry fee is €10 per player, with a €5 re-entry to section above. All entries can be sent to Rachel 086-3980067 by Thursday, 24th January. Our event is again kindly sponsored by Siobhan and Craig Yonex Agents, who will have their shop on site for both days of the competition. UPCOMING EVENTS January 12th: U-11 County Cahmpionships in Kilmacthomas. January 20th: Munster Senior and Grade D Championships in Killarney. January 26th and 27th: Kiersey Cup Mixed Doubles in Kilmacthomas. January 29th: Knock-Out Cup Finals in Cappoquin. February 3rd: Munster Grade C and E Championships in WIT February 5th: Mixed County Championships Grade F, G, H in Cappoquin. February 8th: Mixed County Championships Grade C, D, E in Kilmacthomas.
KCK AC Christmas family night out held recently in Crotty’s of Lemybrien.
KCK AC athletes compete at National Cross Country in Navan KCK athletes competed at the national cross country A championships in Navan recently. We had a team of four who qualified for these championships. This was the weekend of the bad storm on the 15th of December and while driving up the Cavan road we still weren’t certain if the event would go ahead. Luckily for the athletes the weather was better in Navan than it was at home and the event went ahead. In Abbotstown a few weeks previous to this in the even ages there was a very wide starting area where athletes were no more than two deep and everyone got a fair chance from the start and no one could complain on that occasion. Unfortunately, this was not the case on this occasion where all the athletes were put into coralls. Some athletes from different clubs, counties and provinces were left out first and this gave them a favourable start. Unfortunately, our four athletes and other athletes from Waterford were one of the last to be allowed to line up and so had a huge disadvantage before the race even began as they were in the last third when the race got going. First up in the U11 boys was Senan who was running in his age
and Peter who was running out of his age. Senan ran extremely well and passed up to 50 athletes out along the course to come home in 60th place. This was a great result for Senan who put in a lot of hard work since last January. Peter ran extremely well also competing against boys older than him and can be very proud indeed of his 116th place finish. Well done to the two boys where 180 athletes completed the course. Next up in the U-13 girls were Caragh and Rebecca. This was a two and a half kilometre grueling course with both girls running out of their age. They were well able to compete and ran a very strong race competing against the best athletes in the country. Caragh came home in 114th place and Rebecca just two behind in 116th place in a race where over 170 completed the course. Despite the way the races were started this course and the facilities were excellent. Lots of Memories for these athletes on top of the 500km round trip. Our AGM takes place this Saturday, January 12th at 7 p.m. in the Kilrossanty GAA club. All are welcome. After one of the busiest and most successful years in our club
KCK held a Christmas party for the children in Crotty’s Lemybrien on Dec. 7th to say thanks to the children for their hard work and dedication all year. Jenny organised a great night ably assisted by Angela which included a disco, games and food for the kids while there was also food for the parents in a nice relaxing family atmosphere. All the children had a ball and this was evident when seeing the boys last to leave the dance floor. Geraldine Barry brought down the Community Games trophies where a lot of our athletes had taken part in during the year. At the end of the night a presentation was made to Richie in recognition of his hard work this year and every year and l’m sure he’s looking forward to kicking off in 2019. Looking back on a very busy year some of the highlights were in the Munster A cross country championships in Beaufort where the U12 girls claimed club silver for KCK and the girls U-10 girls claimed club bronze. We had a lot of individual medal winners both in A and B cross country championships during the year and in Munster track and field as well as numerous of our athletes scoring for Waterford in the various competitions and well done to all.
Separately in the Community Games where KCK and Mahon Valley had a lot of athletes competing throughout the year from swimming in January and culminating in the All Ireland finals in UL in August where two of our athletes reached the All Ireland final and had a 5th and 2nd place finish. We can’t leave 2018 go without mentioning the heatwave and the scorching hot day that we had in UL for the finals of the boys and girls rounders in July. Another great day for the club was the family fun walk on the greenway back in September where a lot of money was raised to buy new equipment for the club. Well done to Richie and his family for their work on that occasion. We installed a badly needed new long jump back in July so the children will be able to look forward to using this in 2019. The club would like to thank everyone who helped out with our bag pack, church gate collection and in other ways on and off the field. Your time and support is much appreciated. Hopefully, we’ll see everyone at the AGM on Saturday. Club gear should also be coming in the next week or two and we will let you know on the WhatsApp when it does.
Cunnigar Pitch Large turnout expected for ITM & Putt Club WEDNESDAY GAME The ladies first game of 2019 season took place last Wednesday. Winners were nett Olivere Walsh and Mary Walsh. Gross Lorraine Troy and Mary O’Neill. Saturday scramble - Nett Johno Shea and Breda Foley. Gross Cait Mulcahy and Ml. Delaney. SUNDAY GENTS Nett Kyle Hackett; Gross Liam Simms. Shoot-out Kyle Hackett with hole in one on the 3rd. HOLE IN ONE COMPETITION Johno Shea is first on the board with a hole in one on the 9th. MEETING Our next committee meeting takes place on Thursday, 17th January at 7 p.m. It is very important that everyone attend as all sub committees will be chosen. FOBS All fobs will be turned off on Monday, 14th January, until mem-
bership is paid. BONUS BALL This week's winner was Cait Mulcahy. Bonus no. was 4. Congrats Cait. SYMPATHY We would like to send our sympathy to the McMorrow family on the recent death of Helen. Also to the Hackett family on the death of their father who died on Christmas Day. May they rest in peace. MEMBERSHIP IS NOW DUE ADULT €85 Senior €55 Juvenile €55 LIFE membership €35 FAMILY €155 (2 adults and 2 juveniles under 16). TEE OFF TIMES LADIES WEDNESDAY Names in for 10 a.m. Tee off 10.30 a.m. Saturday names in for 1 p.m. tee off at 1.30 p.m. Sunday gents tee off at 11 a.m.
Irish Stallion Trail 2019
HIGH numbers of breeders and racing fans are expected to attend the ITM Irish Stallion Trail 2019 on Friday 11th and Saturday, 12th January, 2019. 28 stallion farms across Ireland will be opening their doors to both racing professionals and the general public across the two days, showcasing the worldleading Irish thoroughbred breeding industry. Studs participating in the Trail in 2019 include Ballylinch, Castlehyde, Coolmore, Derrinstown, Gilltown, Irish National Stud, Kildangan, Yeomanstown, and many more. Some of the world’s greatest stallions of both the Flat and National Hunt will be on display, including multiple champion Flat sire Galileo (IRE), leading National Hunt sire Kalanisi (IRE), multiple Group 1 winner Ribchester (IRE), and fourtime Ascot Gold Cup hero Yeats (IRE).
Alex Cairns of ITM, said: “The ITM Irish Stallion Trail is always a highlight of the year and registrations have been very strong for the 2019 edition. We encourage all racing profes-
sionals and fans to get involved. The Trail is completely free of charge and visitors need only register their interest at www.itm.ie/stalliontrail.” Please note that it is compulsory
to register in order to visit Coolmore Stud. A full list of participating farms, their stallions, opening hours, and a route planner can also be found on the ITM website.
ATHLETICS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Annual Charity 10Km Greenway Run
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Held at Kilmacthomas on 30th December, 2018
Results: Mens: 1st: Noel Murphy, WAC. 2nd: Raivis Zakis, WWAC. 3rd; Dermot Cummins, WAC. Ladies: 1st: Sally Forristal, St. Joseph's. 2nd: Naomi Doonan, Saturday
Road Runners. 3rd; Siobhan Kennedy, Focus on Fitness. Juniors: 1st Male: Matteo Mary, WAC. 1st Female: Alice Monaghan.
Sponsors: Pat Phelan, Centra Kilmacthomas; Jenny Kirwan, Chemist, Kilmacthomas and Noel Brennan, Brennan Transport, Fews, Kilmacthomas.
Winner: Mens Race Noel Murphy, WAC. Prize presented by Pat Phelan, Centa, Kilmacthomas, sponsor.
Winner: Ladies Race. Sally Forristal, St. Joseph's. Prize presented by Jennifer Kirwan, Chemist, Kilmacthomas, sponsor.
Matteo Mary, winner Mens Junior.
L to R: Raivis Zakis, WWAC, 2nd; Noel Murphy, WAC Winner and Dermot Cummins, WWAC, 3rd.
L to R: Kevin Casey, Mark Cliffe and Cathal Gleeson, all WWAC.
Claire O'Reilly and Camille Mulhearne
Enzo, Claudia and Matteo Mary.
Michael and Siobhan Lenihan.
Smiling spectators.
Ella Long and daughter Claire.
Dermot Power and friends..
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ATHLETICS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Joe Gough to receive European Master Athlete of the Year Award IT has just been announced that West Waterford's Joe Gough is to be awarded the European Masters male Athlete of the Year along with Eva Trost of Germany who will receive the ladies award. Joe, the world record holder M60 (indoor, 800m), won the 800 metres at the World Masters Athletic Championships in Malaga in what was a new European record time and the 1,500m metres.
At the EMACI in Madrid he won gold at the same distances. Joe's main International record for 2018 reads as follows. 800m (2:16.37) – European Record – Malaga World Champion and European Champion in 2018 World indoor 800 metre record February Indoor: 800m (2:22.36), 1,500m (5:05.16) – European Champion in Madrid
Outdoor: 800m (2:16.37, ER), 1,500m (4:49.63) – World Champion in Malaga Eva Trost of Germany set two W50 world records in 800m and 800m indoor, one European record in 4 x 400m (GER, W45). She became World Champion three times. A huge congratulations to both and especially Joe as he is most deserving of his latest accolade.
Indoor track entries THE Indoor track season is about to kick-off and the following competitions are listed: National Junior and under 23 Athlone Sunday, 27th January AAI Indoor games Abbottstown Dublin on Saturday, February 2nd Munster walks Nenagh Saturday, February 9th Munster Junior, Senior and Masters Nenagh Sunday, February 10th National Seniors Abbottstown Saturday, and Sunday, March 16th and 17th. Please contact either club track and field co-ordinators Michael Dunford 087-9928887 or Gregory Fitzgerald 087-6445789. Note no entries will be accepted on day of competition and you have to be a paid up member of the club before being entered for any of the above competitions.
Sharon Nugent and John Foley pictured at the recent Kilmacthomas 10k race in aid of Irish Wheelchair Association.
Kilmacthomas 10k in aid of Irish Wheelchair Association
17th Annual Kilmacthomas 4 THE penultimate race in the Michael Roche carpets series will be on Sunday, February 24th at 11 a.m., the 17th Annual Kilmacthomas 5. Entries will be taken at the Community Hall Kilmacthomas at the top of the town with the entry fee being €8. Shower facilities will also be available in this hall after the event for both men and women, very attractive prize fund will be on offer for the top competitors and plenty of spots for down the field finishers also. Sandwiches and refreshments will be available to all after the event.
West Waterford Athletics complete MCI Blackrock Marathon FOUR of our seasoned marathoners were in action last Saturday morning at the MCI Blackrock Marathon. Making a good start to 2019 Ted O'leary lead the group home with a time of 3.39. Ted was running his 89th marathon as he looks at breaking the magic 100 this coming year. Just 10 minutes behind was Paul Brunnock with a 3.49 posting and another 10 minutes or so saw out third finisher Mick Concannon who clocked a solid 4.00 and our only lady competitor on the day the ever green Terri Gough covered the 26.2 miler in a time of 6.25. Well done to all four.
Ger Houlihan and Linda Garcia pictured before the off at the recent Kilmacthomas 10k race in aid of Irish Wheelchair Association.
Amanda Mansfield pictured at the recent Kilmacthomas 10k race in aid of Irish Wheelchair Association.
A FIELD of 300 took part in last Saturday’s Kilmacthomas 10k and 5k which was held in aid of the Irish Wheelchair Association. There were prizes for the first three men and women and juniors. The race winner was Noel Murphy, Waterford AC 33.10 from Raivis
Zakis West Waterford AC 33.28 who had won last year's race and 3rd was local man living in England and home on holidays but running with West Waterford AC Dermot Cummins 34.26. The first Junior was Mateo Mary Waterford AC 35.28.
The ladies winner was 1st Sally Forristal, St. Josephs AC 38.58 from 2nd Naomi Doonan Saturday Road Runners 42.36 and 3rd was Siobhain Kennedy Focas On Fitness 43.32 and the first junior lady was 1st Junior Alice Monaghan Ind 49.44.
Michael Roche Carpets Race Series - Race 3
31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup THE Michael Roche Carpets Series will continue on Sunday, 20th January with the 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup. The Juvenile race starts at 11 am. The senior race is over the usual 5 miles Colligan Wood circuit and Juveniles will have a single 1-mile circuit to run.
The Colligan Cup is an unique event, in that it is run on a handicap basis where you simply predict your finishing time over a 5 mile run, with the winner being the person who is nearest to that predicted time. This makes the race open to all no matter what your standard is,
everyone has the same chance of taking the title. Now in its 31st year we would like to thank sincerely our sponsor for all of those 30 years David Kiely of Kiely Monumental for his on-going support for the local running club West Waterford AC. So for a great fun event on the
yearly running calendar Colligan is where you need to be come Sunday, 20th January. Also remember if you haven't already done so that entry to the series is just €2 and this can be paid when entering the race in Colligan on the day.
37th Annual Deise College Dungarvan 10k THE final race in the Michael Roche carpets series, the Déise College Dungarvan 10K will take place on Sunday, March 10th at 11 a.m. Now in its 37th year and one of the oldest races on the local road running calendar the Déise College Dungarvan 10k is always one of the more popular races. The club is delighted that Déise College and its proprietors Caroline and Alan Ryan are continuing their sponsorship for this race. The race will also see a number of perpetual trophies being presented. We have the Seamus Power Memorial Trophy to the first male finisher and the Mikey Roche Memorial trophy for the first local female finisher. We will be using the fast canal circuit as we have used now for the past couple of years for this race with the race headquarters at the Dungarvann GAA Club Pavilion which is where the presentation of prizes for the race and for the overall series will also take place. The race will start and finish in the same place as always at the Industrial Estate just off the N25, with just a short jog to and from the Dungarvan GAA club grounds for the runners.
Running Quote I WAS born to be a runner. I simply love to run. It's almost like the faster I go, the easier it becomes.
Winning team captained by David Nyhan pictured with race organiser Lola Holmes and Ger Wyley sponsors representative at the presentation of prizes for Tony’s Winter League sponsored by Elverys Inter Sport.
ATHLETICS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
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25th Annual Forde’s Daybreak Winter League
Deirdre Hahesy claims ‘Guess Your Time’ win on long course league Pictured at the 25th Annual Forde’s Daybreak Winter League were l-r: Hazel Crowley, Debra Doherty, Cait Verling, Marie Keating and Sarah Duffy.
Kevin Casey TOPOIL our weekly voucher sponsors at the Forde’s Daybreak Winter League presents recent winner Cathal Dwane with his prize.
James Whelan and Mark Lenihan picture with Winter League sponsor Kevin Forde.
28th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10 mile road race WE are full steam ahead now for the upcoming race of the year, the 28th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10. With registration completely full with over 3,000 places filled. We are now nicely assembling a really top class field of elite athletes which will make for the biggest and best race to date. The race is on Sunday, February 3rd at 1 p.m. All finishers of The John Treacy Dungarvan 10 will receive the now famous West Waterford AC goodie bag, plus a Nike dry fit running top will be awarded to all finishers. Shower facilities will be available at the Dungarvan Sports Centre for men, The Fusion Centre alongside for Ladies and the Dungarvan Boxing Club Pavilion (by kind permission) for the ladies showers. All race goodie bags and shirts will be awarded when runners cross the finishing line.
Presentation of prizes will take place at the Sports Centre where teas and sandwiches will be provided. This year's race once again will see substantial cash prizes for the top runners and bonus cash to the first athlete to break either course record. Substantial cash prizes will follow down throughout the categories. The club committee have been working hard to ensure that the day will go off without a hitch and our hope now is the man above will do his bit by giving us a good day weather wise for the race of the year. YOUR HELP IS NEEDED FOR DUNGARVAN 10 It’s a mammoth task for our club to organise the upcoming Dungarvan 10 mile. We have been fortunate in the past to have had
help from club members and also from many outside of the club circle who come along each year to give a few hours of their time. This year we are in need of that same help again and even more, with a much bigger field assembled this year we will be under more pressure in making sure these visitors to our town leave with a good experience of what Dungarvan has to offer and we hope such will be the impression we will make on them that they will want to come back again to visit the town for maybe a longer stay. We will need stewards and people to help with catering on the day. If you have a few hours on Sunday, February 3rd please contact stewarding co-ordinator Karen Ryan 086 8245683 or catering manager Gerry Cantwell 086 3503571. Please support your local athletics club.
THE long course league returned with a big turnout of runners. The long course almost didn't happen as we had a serious blackout of street lighting on a dangerous part of the course but our quick thinking helpers put a plan of action into place and the league was able to go ahead. Many thanks to the crew involved in making this happen last Wednesday night. On top of the blackout we decided to go with a ‘guess your time’ run for the first night back, firstly, to ease runners back in the league after the Christmas break and secondly to start getting ourselves in the Colligan Cup mode as it’s almost that time of year again when we will be all heading to Colligan Wood for the famed Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup event. Deirdre Hahesy proved to be queen of the pacing last week as she romped home our winner just one second outside her predicted time which was enough to claim a famous victory. Coming very close to pulling off the win when just seven second out was Mark Lenihan and next home was Johnny Cooney who was 9 seconds out. We must also not forget mentioning those who were just on the wrong side of the clock. Pat Frisby was an agonising two seconds off taking the win while Elenor Casey was only 4 seconds off the mark. Well done to all who ran and got back to running ways after the break, we hope to see you all again tonight for round 8 and also in Colligan on Sunday, January 20th at 12 noon for the Colligan Cup, Deirdre Hahesy could very well be the lady to watch this year. OVERALL LEAGUE LEADERS As we restart after the Christmas break we can see that the league tables are starting to take shape and it’s becoming a bit clearer as to who could possibly be our overall winner this year. We also have many battling it out for divisional honours and the tables will be displayed in the hall tonight, so do check out your position at this stage of the league, it just might be interesting reading. One thing for sure there's a lot of twists and turns to come over the next five weeks before this league table is played out, watch this space. For the record the current top 10 are as follows: Jordan O'Rourke 1456 Joe O'Rourke 1443 Mark Lenihan 1405 Nicky McKenna 1400 Debra Doherty 1371 Brendan Cosgrave 1354 Jim Barry 1323 Lee Martin 1313 Brie Lloyd-Evans 1289 John Downey 1267 ÓISIN DOWNEY NEAREST TO PREDICTED TIME ON SHORT COURSE Conditions were perfect as the
runners gathered at Dungarvan Sports Centre for week 8 of the Forde’s Daybreak winter league before heading out on the 2.4 mile run. This was our first night back of 2019 and it was great to see some new faces joining up as well as our returning regulars. As we start into a new year we really need to thank and be grateful to our stewards. It is one thing to go out and run on a winters evening, it's a tougher task altogether to go out and steward in those conditions, so a special thanks to our stewards and helpers without whom we'd be unable to have our leagues. There was a great number out again last Wednesday when 72 runners took up the challenge, on what was our eighth night of the winter league for 2018/’19. It was great to see some new runners that were trying out the league for the very first time. This section of the league specifically has first timers and beginners in mind and is a manageable distance for most as it covers 2.4 miles in total. After registering, make sure to check your start time on the sheets posted on the wall. To ease the runners back into action, the league was run under "Colligan Cup" or "Predict Your Time" rules where it is the first to finish after the clock hits zero is the winner. The winner on the night was Oisin Downey. Next closest after the clock hit 0 was Mary O'Keeffe who was three seconds away, followed by Tomas Murphy who was four seconds after the clock. The next two closest were Stephen Hogan and Arthur Chizikov who were six and eight seconds after the clock. The unlucky person who was the first person before the clock hit 0 was Ann Lyons (six seconds ahead) with the next closest being Christine Wade and Sean Breathnach who were 14 and 20 seconds too fast. Next week we will be returning to normal, so remember to check your time on the wall after registering. Well done to all who took part, and remember newcomers are always welcome. Just come along to Dungarvan Sports Centre on Wednesday night at 6.30 p.m. to register. If you haven't been taking part up to know, maybe you could try and make it your New Year's resolution to give it a try. SHORT ROUTE TABLES START TO TAKE SHAPE The current top 10 are: Michael Coakley 727 Patrick Ryan 724 Christopher Phelan 716 Clare Moffat 704 Theresa Curran 704 Oisín Downey 677 Olivia Curran 670 Margaret Whelan 653 Aisling Hourigan 647 Elaine Curran 644 TEAM COMPETITION OFF TO A FLIER As part of the Forde’s Daybreak
winter league, we also have a team competition. Teams are made up of three members with the best two scorers on each night counting to the score. This competition has been up and running with the past three weeks. On the long route, the leaders are "Father, Son and Holy Spirit" (Joe O'Rourke, Jordan O'Rourke and Mark Lenihan) on 276. In second are "Not Fast, Just Furious" (Joe Grant, Mark Shalloe and Kelly Shalloe) on 309 points. In third are "Pavement Princesses (Geraldine Barry, Onra Power and Michelle Finnegan) on 554. On the short routes, the leader are "Curran and Co" (Theresa Curran, Elaine Curran and Nicola McCarthy) on 155 points. In second place are "West Cork Crew" (Michael Coakley, Conor O'Neill and Lisa O'Neill) on 176. TOP OIL - ASSOCIATE WINTER LEAGUE SPONSORS For the 2018/’19 Forde's Daybreak Winter League we have been fortunate enough to have received associate sponsorship from our friends in Top Oil, our own Kevin Casey and James O’Sullivan have come on board to generously sponsor two €20 vouchers, one for the short route and one for the long route each week. We decided the best way to allocate the vouchers was to pick the 50th finisher in each route every week and to date we have six winners and they are: Week 1 winners were short route Nicola McCarthy. Long route - Cathal Dwane Week 2 winners were short route Jackie Tobin. Long route Linda Foley. Week 3 winners were short route - Oisín Downey. Long route Éanna de Faoite Week 4 winners were short route Áine O'Brien. Long route Phillipa Keating. Week 5 winners were short route David Towey. Long route Lee Martin. Week 6 winners were short route - Sheilanne O'Donoghue. Long route - Patrick Carey. Week 7 winners were short route - John Power. Long route Eoin Walsh. Week 8 winners were short route - Marie Ahearne. Long route - Eileen Heffernan. REMEMBER THAT THE ROADS ARE NOT CLOSED SO BE CAREFUL OF TRAFFIC For safety, high vis must be worn. Also the rules of the league prohibit the wearing of watches. Anyone not wearing high vis or that is caught wearing a watch won't be included in the results. Well done to everyone taking part and remember it is never too late to join. Newcomers are always welcome - just come along around 6.30 p.m. to register with the clock starting at 6.50 p.m.
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GOLF
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January, 2019
Dungarvan Golf Club Captains’ Drive-In 2019. David Shanley, Captain; Maria Kiersey, Lady Captain; Ciara Whelean-Barrett, Junior Girls Captain; Daniel Raher, Junior Boys Captain. Also included are Friends and Members of Dungarvan Golf Club. [Pat Crowley]
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
MARY KYNE RIP The sad news reached us on Saturday morning that one of our most cherished members Mary Kyne had passed away. Mary was a loyal member of our club and a fantastic supporter of Ladies golf. Despite her ill-health over the last couple of years, Mary remained competitive and often removed a few euro from her friends Tish & Tom on the course. To all her friends and family, we offer our sincerest condolences. Mary will be greatly missed by us all. May she Rest In Peace. Reposing at Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan on Monday evening, 7th January, from 4 p.m. with removal at 6.30 p.m. to St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning, 8th January, at 11 a.m. with Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. In other news, our Winter League kindly sponsored by our resident PGA Professional David Hayes came to an exciting finale. The winning team (Team 3) of Dermot Walsh, John G Moloney, Martin Lynch, Brian Beatty, John Clancy and Mark Raher played great golf and fully deserved their win! Indeed almost 1,200 rounds were played in this year’s league and we thank all the members for supporting the event. Our Spring League, again sponsored by our resident PGA Professional David will commence in the next few weeks. Again, we urge you to support the event which raises much needed funds for our club. After the dry spell, the course is in a much improved condition but we remind you to repair pitchmarks and replace divots. 2019 NEW GOLF RULES There has been much discussion regarding the new 2019 Rules of Golf. Remember that it is the players obligation to know and understand these rules. If you get them wrong, you are penalised. Our PGA Professional David had reason to correct some members last week who had misread the changes. Like any change, it will take time for golfers to fully understand them, but there is much help out there. On the R&A website, you will find many videos outlining these changes and what they mean to you.
As always David is on hand to help. June James has set up a Rules Committee to help with our understanding and there will be some presentations in the next few weeks. Copies of the new rules books are available from the club. CAPTAIN’S DRIVE-IN AND SCRAMBLE Our Captain’s Drive In and Scramble took place on New Years Day at 12.30 pm followed by a scramble. Many thanks to everyone for coming out and supporting our Captain David Shanley, Lady Captain Maria Kiersey and Junior Captains Daniel Raher and Ciara Whelan Barrett. Our captains were delighted to receive texts, cards and messages from those who were unable to be with us and those extending their support. We are very lucky to have a great social Committee in Dungarvan Golf Club. Thanks to Angela Murphy and her hardworking team of Martin, Mary and Maeve. It was a huge task to organise and it all went smoothly. Thanks to David and Grace for sponsoring the mulled wine to set us up for the day and to Tom and Chris and their team for the lovely soup and food when we came in. We wish our Captains a successful DAVID HAYES PGA WINTER LEAGUE Congratulations to Team 3: Dermot Walsh, John G Moloney, Martin Lynch, Brian Beatty, John Clancy and Mark Raher who won our David Hayes PGA Winter League. 2nd place was Team 4: Mossie Walsh, Maurice Conway, Derek Kiely, John T Moloney, Tim Browne and Dermot Ahearne. Special thanks to David Hayes PGA for sponsoring our Winter League. DAVID HAYES PGA WINTER LEAGUE (WEEK OF 1st JAN. RESULTS) Division 1: 1st Johnny Carroll (6) 32; 2nd Mossie Walsh (6) 30. Division 2: 1st Stephen Kirby (12) 34; 2nd Michael Kelly (9) 33. Division 3: 1st John Clancy (17) 37; 2nd Johnny Norris (17) 36. Division 4: 1st Pat Fitzgerald (18) 35; 2nd Mossie McNamara (21) 34 (B7). GENTS FIXTURES Wed., 9th Jan. Gents 14H Singles S/F.
Thurs. 10th Open Gents 14H Singles S/F. Fri. 11th 14H Singles S/F. Sat 12th Gents 14H Singles S/F. Sun. 13th Gents 14H Singles S/F. Mon 14th Open Seniors (50+) 16H Singles S/F. LADIES RESULTS Fri 4th/Sat 5th Jan 1st Maisie Breen (22) 33pts; 2nd Miriam Matthews (24) 30pts; 3rd Bernie Hayes (18) 29pts; 4th Bridget Aherne (15) 28pts. LADIES FIXTURES Fri., 11th Jan. Ladies 14 H Singles S/F. Sat. 12th Ladies 14H Singles S/F. Mon. 14th Open Seniors (50+) 16H Singles S/F. Tues. 15th 11H Singles S/F. 60.COM Our first competition of 2019 took place on 2nd January. The weather was lovely and the course conditions were excellent – considering the rain that we had over November and December. We had a great crowd participating in our scramble – it was an opportunity to meet friends and work off the turkey and ham. The golf was up to the usual high standard with the winners being: 1st Jack Elstead (20), Shay O’Connor (27) and John Considine (17) 27 Net; 2nd John Moloney (17), Maurice Cliffe (16), Matt Whelan (27) and Pat Power (21) 28 ¾ Net; 3rd Mossie Walsh (6), Harry O’Neill (19) and Dan Maddock (24) 28 7/8 Net If you are interested in social golf and a chat join us any Wednesday. FUN FRIDAY FOURSOMES This fun event returns to the fairways this Friday, Jan 11th. The weather is ideal so if you want 9 holes of social golf and a coffee later, be in the foyer at 9.30 a.m. Draw will take place at 9.45 a.m. with play starting at 10 am. All are welcome. JUNIOR NEWS We are hosting a fun 9 Holes Adult-Junior Foursomes next Sunday, 13th January and all are welcome. Please contact the Pro Shop to reserve your slot. All are welcome with a prize for everyone in the audience! LOTTO We had the presentation of the Jackpot to Shane Hayes on Sunday, 6th January. Shane is a member since his teenage years and is a strong supporter of all club activities. The members are delighted with Shane’s win and a good crowd gathered to celebrate the handover of the cheque. The weekly draw took place after the presentation. The numbers drawn were 5, 8, 19 and 22. There was no winner of the Jackpot which increases to €2,100 next week! We had two Match 3 winners this week – Liz Powderly and Michael Curran who each win €50 – congratulations to both Liz and Michael.
Presentation of Dungarvan Golf Club Lotto Jackpot of €5,800 to Shane Hayes. Back Row L-R: Vincent and Teresa Hayes; Martin Landers, Vice Captain; Mary Power, Lady Vice Captain; Marian Walsh, Honorary Secretary. Front Row L-R: Maria Kiersey, Lady Captain; Shane Hayes, winner and Pat Power, Fundraising Committee. [Pat Crowley]
A big “Thank You” to Angela Murphy and her social committee. After the Captain’s Drive-in scramble they organised a raffle based on the sale of Lotto tickets and raised a significant amount of money as a result. The draw next Sunday will be held at 4:30 pm in the clubhouse. All are welcome. PROGRESSIVE 45 We had a great turn out for our first Progressive 45 of the year on the 2nd January. 1st: Percy Hallahan & Tom Osbourne; 2nd: Pat Power & Tom Daly & Tom Ahearne & Maurice Tobin Last 5: Tom Phelan & Mike Fitzgerald Lucky Table: Jim Kiersey & Colm Bannon. MEMBERSHIP 2019 We have some fantastic new membership rates for 2019. If you are interested in hearing more please call our office on 058-43310 or email us on Office@dungarvangolfclub.com Rates for Under 35’s start at €200 per year with rates for over 35’s starting at €300 per year! SOCIETY BOOKINGS Our golf society bookings are filling up fast and we look forward to welcoming lots of new Golf Societies this year along with all our much valued familiar faces from societies who return each year to play on what they consider a fabulous course. To book your golf society in for 2019 please call our office on 058-43310 or email Office@dungarvangolfclub.com PRO SHOP NEWS After the Christmas rush, everything has returned to normal at our Pro-Shop. If you are thinking of a new Driver, David’s advice is to wait a few weeks until these new offerings hit the floor. Special offers, all of which you can find on his website www.davidhayesgolf.com. Professional ad-
vice and free custom fitting is guaranteed. ANNUAL HIRE FEE LOCKERS – NOW OVERDUE An annual rental fee of €20 applies to all lockers from October 2018 following the motion passed at the AGM in 2017. The €20 annual hire fee for lockers is binding on all members and the only exceptions to the fee are those that originally purchased a lifetime agreement. This agreement was non-transferrable, and the lockers remain the property of Dungarvan Golf Club. A list of lockers exempt from the annual fee is held in the office. This list has been verified by Tom Conway and Angela Murphy from records held at the club. All other lockers are liable for the fee and invoices are being sent out, or notices will be placed in lockers. Unfortunately, due to an administration error, not all those liable for
this charge were included on their subscription invoice. Please accept our apologies for this and we will ensure that members records are accurate when the invoices are sent out next year. In addition, a number of lockers in use have not been registered with the office and notices have been placed on these lockers. You are asked to register your name at the office and pay the fee or let us know if you no longer require a locker. A small number of lockers in the Men’s locker room have become available for hire. If you would like to hire one please contact the office. Your co-operation is greatly appreciated by the Chair of House and Social Management Committee. NEW OFFICE EMAIL ADDRESS We have a new email address for our office. Please email us on Office@dungarvangolfclub.com.
LISMORE GOLF CLUB Phone 058-54026. lismoregolfclub@eircom.net
www.lismoregolf.org RESULTS 3 Person Betterball: 1st Donal O’Leary, Paul Kenneally, Martin Rafferty - 43pts; 2nd Gary Baverstock, Pat Moore, Eamonn O’Shea - 42pts; 3rd Paul Kenneally, Ger Mulcahy, Donal O’Leary - 41pts. 2 Person Betterball: 1st Seamus Beecher, George Howard - 40pts; 2nd Brian Ronayne, Donal O’Leary - 37pts B6; 3rd Sebastian Zagorski, Dan Giffin - 37pts. FIXTURES Competition: 2 or 3 Man Semi-Open Champagne Scramble [2 separate competitions] Date: Mon., 7th Jan. – Sun., 20th Format: Champagne Scramble. Play your own ball on Par 3s. Two scores to count on 3, 6, 9 & 12 [one score on all other holes].
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WEST WATERFORD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. info@westwaterfordgolf.com
www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Round 2 Winter league 13 Hole stableford Dec. 31st – Jan. 6th Cat 1. David Condon (9) 33 pts, 2nd Stephen Spillane (9) 30 pts b7 Cat 2. Lanson Kelly (10) 30 pts b7, 2nd Raymond Bannon (12) 30 pts. Cat 3. John C Byrne (17) 28 pts b7, 2nd Ronan Foley (18) 28 pts b7 Cat 4 Jack Ronayne (20) 33 pts. 2nd Dave Walsh (21) 31 pts b7. 13 Hole CSS (domestic) 28 FIXTURES Monday, 7th to Sunday, 13th January – Round 3 Comeragh Oil Winter League. 13 Hole Stableford SEAMUS POWER BACK IN ACTION ON USPGA TOUR We extend our very best wishes to Seamus as he sets out on his 2019 campaign at the Sony Open in Hawaii on January 10-13th COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE LEADERBOARD AFTER ROUND 2 Ballyguiry 253, Kinsalebeg 252, Ballyduff 252, Ballymacoda 251, Helvick 250, Mount Odell 249, Tivoli 248, Glenbeg 246, Old Boro 238, Carriglea 237, Old Parish 233, Cappagh 226. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE Round 2 drew to a close on
Sunday following a week of ideal weather conditions leading to a record entry for week two of the second round. Ballyguiry are the big movers shooting their way from eighth position to dethrone first round table-toppers Kinsalebeg. The battle at the top is really hotting up with just a mere 3 points separating the top five teams. With eight teams to qualify anyone of the bottom four must still fancy their chances of qualification. Round 3 starts on Monday, 7th January and due to popular demand this will be played over 13 holes. Thanks to all for your continued support and keep up the good work to complete the next round on schedule. CAPTAIN AND LADY CAPTAIN’S DRIVE-IN Captain Tom Higgins and lady captain Jean O’Donovan along with our junior captain Jack Ronayne launched the 2019 season in the presence of a large and appreciative gathering on Sunday afternoon. Our president Pat Murphy was also present to lend his support to the occasion. Following the formalities, we ad-
GOLD COAST GOLF CLUB You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is:
goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com
JOHN WHITE CARPENTRY WINTER LEAGUE Ten weeks gone, six to go and from now on the scoring will start to tell a tale. It is very close throughout the table for different reasons. Some are vying for the top spot while others are more interested in qualifying for the match-play stages of the league. Dunhill continue to lead with 420.9 pts, Copper Coast continue to chase them and are on 418 pts. Touraneena are keeping Ballinacourty out of the semi-final spots, Dungarvan are in the quarter-final spots but are being chased by Abbeyside and Deise. Up to last Friday there was 1,129 games played and if the weather holds and the entries keep up we will set a new record for the league this year. Dunhill 420.9 Copper Coast 418 Touraneena 412.4 Ballinacourty 409.6 Dungarvan 403 Abbeyside 401.8 Deise 393.7
In the race for the individual title Johnny Hughes is in the lead with 40.9 pts, Micheal White is second with 40.5, Joe Meade is in 3rd place with 40.3, John White is in 4th place with 39.9, Brian
O’Connor, David Hallihan and Ger Darcy are in 5th place with 39.5 each. With six weeks to go we could still see many changes. CONGRATULATIONS TO KIKI A ‘Hole in One’ at the eighth hole in November and now a ‘Hole in One’ at the seventh hole last Sunday. Mighty shooting. GENT’S FIXTURES Monday, 7th to 11th Jan. WK 11 Winter League Friday, 11th Jan: Open Gents 18 holes Singles. Saturday, 12th Jan – Sunday, 13th Jan: WK 12 Winter League Tues 15th Jan Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles GENT’S RESULTS Monday, 31st to Friday, 4th Jan WK 10 Winter League 1st Liam Hansbury (12) 45 pts; 2nd Joe Meade (18) 43 pts; Gross Alan Harty (0) 39 pts; 3rd Gerry Comerford (12) 42 pts. Tues. 1st Jan Open Seniors - 1st Peter Whelan Lismore (12) 44 pts; 2nd David O’Connor (6) 42 pts. Friday 4th Dec: Open Gents 18 holes Singles. Winner: Michael White (1) 38 pts
Jack Ronayne, Junior Captain; Jean O'Donovan, Lady Captain; Tom Higgins, Captain and Pat Murphy, President at the Captains’ Drive In at West Waterford Golf Club. [Sean Byrne]
journed to the clubhouse for a welcome cup of tea and some delicious sandwiches. Tony Ruane was the lucky winner of €150 voucher in the paid up members draw and Joan Nugent celebrated Nollag na mBan by winning the runner-up prize. The ladies made it a clean sweep in the Lotto draw with Suzanne Dalton and Phil Kelly claiming first and second prize respectively. We would like to wish the very best to Tom, Jean, Pat and Jack as they set out in their special year in 2019. RULES OF GOLF The new rules came into effect on January 1st, 2019. A summary of the new rules is posted on the notice board and booklets on the changes are available at the signin desk. Listed below are the top 20 most important changes.
JUNIOR GOLF RESULTS FOR JAN. 2019 1st Jack Ronayne and Brian Fox; 2nd Jack Mulligan and Noel Brown. Quiz winners: Sean Spratt, Harvey Ahearne, Mark Blackwell and Sam Dalton; 2nd James Daly, Andrew Walsh and Rian O’Dwyer. CONDOLENCES We offer our condolences to Michael Walsh and family on the passing of his sister. May Margaret rest in peace. LADIES Captains’ Drive In: On Sunday last a large number of members gathered on the first tee in West Waterford to witness the 2019 Captains Drive In. The weather conditions were perfect and the standard of shots played was magnificent! Good luck to Jean O’Donovan, Lady Captain, Tom Higgins Men’s Captain, Pat Murphy, Club President and Jack Ronayne, Junior Captain.
Saturday 5th Dec – Sunday 6th Dec: WK 11 Winter League 1st: John White (5) 44 pts Cat (0-7): David O’Connor (6) 43 pts Cat (8-13): John W Walsh (11) 42 pts Cat (14-18): Willie Flavin (14) 42 pts Cat (19+): Brendan O’Connor (22) 39 pts GENTS MEMBERSHIP RATES FOR 2019 The following are the standard rates for 2019 inclusive of GUI fees
spectacular scenery, comfortable surroundings in our hotel bar and restaurant, a warm and friendly welcome awaits our visitors. Our society rates are very competitive for 2019 and our Director of Golf Irene Lynch is available to provide advice and assistance to the Organisers of outings and Classics. Contact Irene on 05844055 or goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com for favourable rates and to discuss your booking requirements. We aim to ensure that all our visitors enjoy their day with us and we look forward to making your outing in 2019 a memorable one. LADIES MEMBERSHIP RATES FOR 2019 The following are the standard Ladies rates for 2019 inclusive of ILGU fees
FULL: €575 DISTANCE: €435 HUSBAND & WIFE: €845 COUNTRY: €230 SENIOR: €435 STUDENT: €150 JUVENILE: €90
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. SOCIETIES AND GREENFEES WELCOME Gold Coast Golf Club warmly welcome Societies and Green fees and we look forward to greeting you and your guests and friends in 2019. Here at the Gold Coast our golf course is maintained in excellent condition, with our greens offering superb playability and presentation all year round. With our top quality golf course,
FULL: €420 HUSBAND & WIFE: €845 DISTANCE: €360 COUNTRY: €180 SENIOR €340 STUDENT: €120 JUVENILE: €80
*For Special introductory offers for new members, contact Irene Lynch Director of Golf on 058 44055. FIXTURES 10 Hole On-going Competition 9 Hole on-going for beginners WINTER LEAGUE SPONSORED BY THE MOORINGS BAR & RESTAURANT Our winter league kindly sponsored by The Moorings Bar and Restaurant over 10 holes has now finished Round 4 with the Daisies still in the lead with an ever expanding margin followed by the Bluebells who are being chased by the Pansies.
Winter League: The Winter League is progressing nicely. Top Class secrecy surrounds the scoring from the first round matches, but I have heard that the points being accumulated are very high, helped in no small measure by the lovely playing conditions. One score of note that I did hear about was a very healthy 30 points bagged by Reena for her team! Round two matches must be completed by January 20th. Club Competitions: Congratulations to Phil Kelly, who must be one of the most consistent players in the Club, on winning the 9 Hole on going competition. Playing off 24 Phil had 30 points. In second place we had the 2018 Lady Captain’s Prizewinner Ciara Donnelly playing off 27 with 29 points and in third place another former Lady Captain’s prizewinner Denise Nugent playing off 29 with a score of 27 points. Currently there is an on-going 13 Hole competition kindly
sponsored by Joan Ronayne and also a 9 hole competition. Coastal Alliance: The next round of the Coastal Alliance will take place on February 7th in West Waterford. New Rules and Changes to GUI and ILGU: On Friday, January 25th an Information Night on the new rule changes will take place in the Clubhouse. All members are requested to attend. Whether you are new to Golf or a seasoned campaigner, there is always something new to be learned from these nights. At a recent meeting of the Lady members of the club, a vote was taken re the amalgamation of the the GUI and the ILGU. There was unanimous agreement that the amalgamation should take place. Going forward the Golfing Governing Body will be known as Golf Ireland. If you need further information on this matter please go to the ILGU and GUI websites.
Martin Murray receiving a presentation from Club Captain Tim O'Driscoll in recognition of his many years service as Treasurer of the Gold Coast Golf Club.
However, as we know with team events things can change dramatically and this was very evident after Rd 4 with a big shake-up amongst the remaining groups. With the New Year upon us and dryer weather conditions prevailing, it’s all to play for!! Well done to the team managers who are very busy contacting and encouraging their members - remember a point is awarded for each round played even when your score is not counting!! Round 5 starts on Monday, 7th JANUARY and runs for two weeks. League Results after Rd 4 1st Elaine Goss 22 pts 2nd Helena Fitzgerald 22 pts 3rd Rosie Murphy 22 pts Team Positions
Daisies (Mairead) 258 Bluebells (Elaine) 239 Pansies (Peig) 235 Violets (Noirin) 212 Tulips (Lil) 225 Snowdrops (Marie) 223 Daffodils (Mary D) 224 Primroses (Rosie) 206 18 HOLE WINTER LEAGUE Our ladies are playing a blinder in the 18 Hole W/league with some having passed the ten rounds and are now eliminating their worst scores!! There has been some fantastic scores returned and all seven have been putting in a tremendous effort so far. Well Done!! COMMITTEE MEETING Our first meeting of the New Year takes place on Friday, 11th January at 8 pm.
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Ballinroad FC 1A END JOHNVILLE’S WINNING STREAK On Sunday last, our 1A side hosted Johnville in their first game since the Christmas break. A win for the Rams would keep them within touching distance at the top of the league and a win for the city side would continue their undefeated streak. Ballinroad started the better of the two sides and were causing Johnville all sorts of problems at the back with their high pressure game. The home side thought they took the lead through a wonder goal by Kelly but was correctly ruled offside. The lads pushed for the early lead as Johnville struggled to get out of their own half. Hallahan thought he had won a penalty but the referee waved away all appeals. On 25 minutes Ballinroad thought they had scored as a mistake by the away keeper had Kelly in on goal but his shot would hit the side net. Kelly was brought down in the box on the half hour mark but the home side's penalty appeals would be denied as a goal kick would be awarded. Johnville started to get more into the game but Veale had the back line in order and the away side would have limited chances. A chance came to Johnville on the 40th minute as they would win a corner but thankfully it would land into Corcoran's hands. He would let the ball fly and Kelly causing havoc would release Hallahan and he would send the home team into the lead at half-time. The second half started and Ballinroad would have to weather the storm for 15 minutes as Johnville would push for that equaliser. Henley, Veale, Queally and Dee were solid and would win every 50/50 ball. Looby and Lehane won the midfield battle and on the hour mark the home side would be two goals to the good. Looby would find Coade in acres of space and his 30 yard shot would trickle under the goalkeeper and cross the line. A fortunate goal but well deserved by the Rams. Johnville pushed to get back into the game but Veale would not let his side down as he led by example in the back line. Ballinroad looked like getting more goals as Hallahan was brought down twice in the box but would be booked for diving. Tobin and Michael made changes and each player that came on played their part in a fantastic win for our lads. A massive effort was put in by all
Ballinroad’s Ben O’Donovan with Sunday’s matchball folllowing his hat-trick against Villa on Sunday afternoon. and the result was truly deserved by the panel. Up next for the boys is a home fixture on Saturday 12th against Villa with a 2 o’clock kickoff. YOUTHS B Ballinroad .................................. 5; Villa .............................................. 1. IN our first game of 2019 we beat Villa very convincingly at home on a fine dry day. It was our third win on the bounce and brings us in nicely to our next fixture away to league leaders Mooncoin next Sunday. We had previously drew three all with Villa earlier in the season down in St. Otterans. Liam was still suspended but we welcomed back D. J. from injury and Darragh’s three game suspension was up. Both sides shared possession for the first 15 minutes and there was nothing between these sides. Then over the next 20 minutes we played our best football of the season and tore Villa apart with four goals. The first came when Eoin ran into the box and was taken down which ended with us winning a penalty that Ben tucked away. Then Ben never gave up what looked like a lost ball and crossed for Eoin to head in from five yards. We were now two up and flying. Ben’s second came on the half hour and what a beauty it was, a screamer from 35 yards out that flew into the top corner. Then with five minutes to halftime Ben completed his hat-trick with another fine goal after a very
clever pass from Daire. Half-time came and we were four up and cruising. We were waiting for a backlash from Paddy and his Villa team after the break and it came straight away, Villa piled on the pressure and five minutes in scored to make it 4-1. We then had Eoin sent off for two very soft yellows that seemed very unfair. Villa were taken over and we were down to 10. Our back four of Tadhg, Senan, Brendan and Frankie were earning their crust after a quiet first half. Then out of the blue Ben in goal produced a brilliant save to keep the score at 4-1. We rode the storm and even scored a goal on the counter when Tony finished off in front of goal with a neat finish to make it 5-1 and game over. It was great to get back on the pitch after the Christmas break and get off to a winning start. We now head away to play league leaders Mooncoin down in Co. Kilkenny in a game that will either get us back into the race with a win or leave us behind if we lose. Ben Veale, Tadhg Collins, Senan Travers, Brendan Collins (capt) Frankie de Paoir Kavanagh, Oisin Morrissey, Joe Kuhne, Daire Slevin, James Hahesy, Ben O’Donovan, Eoin Flynn, DJ Kiely, Tony Dwyer, Conor Crotty, Darragh Pender, Dylan Cliffe. CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of Sunday nights lotto jackpot, with two winners of €50 being ‘Ellie & Grace’ and Cora O’Daly. Numbers drawn on the night 4,8,12 & 21. The new jackpot now stands at €5,900 and tickets are available to buy at Ballinroad Shop and from committee members. CLUB GEAR Thank you to all who purchased club gear in the run up to Christmas, it was one of our largest orders to date and it’s great to see so many kids and parents wearing the Ballinroad colours out and about. As mentioned previously the Club gets a small percentage back to put towards club gear so we are extremely grateful for everyone’s support. There will be a small number of bobble hats arriving mid January if anyone is still looking for one. MATCH DAY SHORTS After listening to feedback from our managers we have bulk bought a number of Match Day Shorts & Socks sets so they are now available to purchase throughout the season. Adult sets are €15 and Youths sets €12. Please contact Máiréad or your team manager to purchase.
Ballinroad Youths who kicked off the New Year with a 5-1 victory over Villa on Sunday afternoon last.
Stradbally FC RESULTS Munster Junior Cup: Stradbally 2; Hibernians 3. Waterford Junior League Div Three: Portlaw 7; Stradbally 1. Waterford Schoolboys League Under 12: Stradbally 8; St. Pauls 2. JUNIOR Top of the Waterford League side Hibernians were made to work hard for their Munster Cup victory in Stradbally last Saturday. Despite taking a 9th minute lead with a shot home after a cross from the right, they were incrementally pegged back by the locals, notably two shots from Daniel Weldon. Until the equaliser came prior to the break, when Kevin Lawlor shot home from close in. The visitors upped their ante considerably after the resumption. Two more scores from their ace striker on 60 and 67 minutes, the first a cross goal blast, the other a shot from the left after darting through three defenders. This rocked the home side, but they battled gamely and with a 90th minute goal, they gave the visitors a nervous injury time. Final score Stradbally 2; Hibernians 3. Team: Christopher Casey, Nicky Connors, Ger Crowley, Alan D'arcy, Damien Sheehan, David Power, Paddy Kiely, Ricky Power, Daniel Weldon, Stephen Lawlor, Kevin Lawlor. SCHOOLBOYS Our Under 12s returned to action with a home gsme v St. Pauls. Two Joe Campbell scores, one from Reece Donnelly and an o.g. gave Stradbally a 4-1 half time lead. Same scoring averages in the
second half, this time a brace from Liam Kilbride, as well as strikes from Sean Norris and Jack McKeon. Both keepers, Sean Kelly and Conor Coleman performed well, limiting their opponents to one score in each half. All the squad got a run out and kudos also to St. Paul’s who gamefully competed right to the end. Team: Sean Kelly, Shane Weldon, Eoin Murphy, Fionn Norris, Jack Crotty, Dara Gough, Joe Campbell, Liam Kilbride, Reece Donnelly, Sean Roche, Jack McKeown, Ben Kirwan, Jake Kiely, Barry Cunningham, Eimhin Ronayne, Conor Coleman. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Academy & Little Dribblers returns!!! Yes indeed, this Saturday morning (January 12th) at 10.30 a.m., our Youngest Members resume their fun. Spread the word... LOTTO There were no Jackpot winners in the Club Lotto Draw on Sunday night. Numbers dawn: 4, 10, 13, 18. €25 to: Marion Morrissey, Maria Connors, Garvan Troy. Promoters Prize Francis Sheehan. Next draw us in O’Mahonys, Durrow on January 20th. Jackpot Prize on offer will be €2,700. Thanks to everyone who continues to support our Lotto. LAST MAN STANDING It back !! Our 2019 version of Last Man Standing is in preperation, as we write. Once more you can pit your football knowledge against the vagaries of the English Premier League programme. It commences on Saturday, January 19th, so make sure that you are
signed up with your Regular Promoter or talk to any of the Soccer People. 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 winter. 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. PANTO TIME Last year the Beast from the East delayed the Stradbally pantomime. This year the beast will be in the panto. Following on the success of “Snow White and a Number of Dwarfs” and “Macbeth, the Panto”, another classic production is about to burst forth. This year we will be attempting the story of “Sleeping Beauty and the Beast”. We are looking for talented actors, musicians, writers, and technicians, but we’ll take anything because we've only six weeks to get it organised. The first meeting and readings are at the Barron Hall, Stradbally this Friday (11th January 2019) at 8 p.m. If you can’t make it try 10 am on Saturday (12th Jan.), or call Dave on 087 8119567. FIXTURES Saturday, January 12th Under 13 Schoolboys League: Stradbally v Waterford Crystal 12.30 p.m. Waterford Junior League Div One: Stradbally v St Pauls 2 p.m. Sunday, January 13th Waterford Junior League Div Three: Stradbally v Johnville 11 a.m.
Kilmacthomas FC
Pictured are Ballinroad U-12’s who were beaten 3-0 by a seriously good Piltown side on Saturday morning last at Kildalton Park
UNDER 14 Kilmacow .................................... 2; Kilmac ......................................... 4. A PERFECT start to the New Year for the boys, the lay off did not effect the team and they put in a good shift. We started brightly and took the lead on 10 minutes. Kilmacow came back at us but our defence held firm and we were deserving winners. YOUTHS Kilmac ......................................... 2; De La Salle ................................. 1. IN contrast to the start of the season where nothing would go right
there's a real belief in this youths team. Top of the table De La Salle were the visitors to Currabaha Park in near perfect conditions considering the time of year. Rav in goal had a spectacular performance and made vital stops when needed though Scott, Sean Navin, William and Paul at the back made sure he hadn't too much to do. We opened the scoring with a well taken goal from Liam, Patrick and himself were causing all sorts of problems for them up front. De La Salle equaliser came from a cor-
ner with a well struck header that was difficult to deal with. Our midfield of Paul Allen, Louis Power, Pa and Declan worked well as usual with the latter scoring what would prove to be the winner by perfectly lobbing the keeper. That was the score at half-time. Jake and Dermot came on in the second half for Louis and Paul Mul. Kilmac soaked up unbelievable pressure which was to be expected but possibly should have had one or two more goals with the chances we got. Fantastic result nonetheless. Roll on St. Paul's next week.
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Under 13 SFAI Inter League Subway Championship Plate quarter-final WELCOME to our new weekly notes for the West Waterford East Cork Schoolboy League which we hope to bring you every Wednesday for the remainder of the season. These notes are completely independent and have no connections to anyone on the WWEC Schoolboy League committee. We will try and get as much up-to-date information from clubs and supporters as possible to compile these notes and keep you informed of the happenings every weekend. With no League games last Saturday we will start our notes with a look back on the season to date and a report on the Under 13 SFAI Subway Inter-league Quarter-Final held in Lismore's Blackwater Community School pitch on Sunday afternoon where the home team took on the North Tipperary SL. WWEC SL ............................. 1; North Tipperary SL .............…. 0. THE WWEC boys welcomed North Tipperary to the BCS Pitch in Lismore last Sunday afternoon and after a delay due to no match official, the game finally got going thanks to referee Stephen Pratt who spared everyone's blushes by turning up and covering the game. The game itself was a tight affair with both teams afraid to make any mistakes due to the knock-out nature of the tie as the loser is out and finished for the season in the Subway Championship. Thankfully, the WWEC had a match winner in Mogeely FC's Colin Murphy who scored the all important goal, a goal that sees his team into next weekend’s semifinal away to West Cork. Having gotten to the All-Ireland Plate final last season the WWEC team would have fancied theire chances against North Tipperary but a close game it turned out to be. Next Sunday away in West Cork will also be a close game with a place in the Munster Final at stake. West Cork will have home advantage and have also beaten the WWEC boys already this season in the group stages with a 4-3 victory
in Lismore, so they will fancy themselves on home soil this time around. The WWEC team and management will also see this game as one they can win but will need to be on top form especially away from home and will have to deal with the long journey to West Cork before the game. We hope to be able to report on a victory for the WWEC in next week’s notes.
UNDER 12 LEAGUE SEASON SO FAR With 14 teams entered in the League it was split into two divisions called the Premier and First with 8 teams in the Premier Division and 6 teams in the First Division. Mogeely FC and Brideview Utd lead the way in the top division with 13 points each, Mogeely with 6 games played and a record of 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss and Brideview from the five games played have 4 wins and 1 draw. Next is Inch Utd in third with 12 points from 6 games, 4 wins and 2
West Waterford/East Cork Under Squad and Management who beat North Tipp on Sunday last. losses. Cappoquin/Railway 'A' are in fourth on 11 points from their 5 games following 3 wins and 2 draws. In the First Division Castlebridge Celtic lead the way with 12 points from their 6 games to date and a record of 4 wins and 2 losses followed by Cappoquin/Railway 'B' in second position on 10 points from 4 games with 3 wins and a draw. In third is Ardmore AFC on 9 points from 5 games with 3 wins and 2 losses and in fourth position is Clashmore Ramblers on 7 points with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses. All to play for as the season enters 2019 and with the semi-final positions up from grabs games from now on will be very important. No form to go on from last season as these teams are just out of the non competitive Academy games, so hard to judge who will challenge for honours and all we can go by are the points on the board currently. Best of luck to all teams going forward.
Next Week’s Fixtures (TBC) Saturday, 12th Jan., 2019. Under 12 Premier Division: Brideview Utd v Valley Rangers 11.00 a.m. Ref: J. Roche. Inch Utd v Lismore AFC 11.00 a.m. Ref: S. Pratt. Kilworth Celtic v Cappoquin - Railway FC 11.00 a.m. Ref: C. O'Sullivan. Under 12 First Division: Clashmore Ramblers v Kilworth Celtic 1.00 p.m. Ref: X. Coolbear. Ardmore AFC v Cappoquin - Railway FC 11.00 a.m. Ref: F. O'Sullivan.
Under 14 League: Clashmore Ramblers v Kilworth Celtic A 2.30 p.m. Ref: X. Coolbear. Valley Rangers v Mogeely FC 11.00 a.m. Ref: B Donnelly Ballybridge Utd v Ballymac FC 12.45 p.m. Ref: S. Pratt. Brideview Utd v Kilworth Celtic B 12:30 p.m. Ref: J. Roche. Sunday, 13th Jan., 2019. Under 13 Subway Inter League Plate SemiFinal: West Cork SL v WWEC SL 2.00 p.m. Local Referee.
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With 10 teams entered only one division is being played with top 4 into semi-finals to determine the League champions. Last season’s Under 12 champions Lismore AFC lead the way with a perfect record of 6 wins from 6 and 18 points followed by last season’s runners-up Inch Utd on 10 points from 4 games played and 3 wins and 1 draw. In third position are Clashmore Ramblers also on 10 points from 5 games played with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss to their name. In fourth position are Valley Rangers who are last season’s Under 12 First Division champions holding their own with the big boys also on 10 points from 6 games played and a record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. This should be a really good league from now on with Lismore obvious challengers for honours come the season’s end. Will they win two in a row? Lots of football to be played yet and a few teams to come out of the pack we reckon, Kilworth Celtic who finished in third position last season should start to climb the table with the talent at their disposal and Cappoquin (now Cappoquin / Railway FC) could be there or thereabouts as they have joined forces with Railway Athletic at all ages and could make a challenge, either way a league to keep an eye on going forward.
With 11 teams entered only 1 division is been played again like the U-13 League Top 4 into SemiFinals to determine the League Champions. Newly joined together Cappoquin/Railway FC lead the way on 12 points with a record of 4 wins and 1 loss from their opening 5 games followed closely by three teams on 9 points. Lismore AFC last season’s U-13 Cup winners. In fact the winners of the Cup from the last three years are chasing hard only three points behind with a game less played with a record of 3 wins and 1 loss from their 4 games. Next is Kilworth Celtic A with 3 wins and 1 loss from their 4 games followed by Inch Utd with 3 wins and 2 losses from their opening 5 games. This will be a very good league as has been for the last three seasons with a lot of the teams very evenly matched, the reigning Champions and three in-a-row winners Clashmore Ramblers are lurking in mid-table after only three games played but have lost to leaders Cappoquin/Railway in their opening fixture of the season will still in all likelihood be the team to beat as this league gets into the business end of the season. Can anyone take the title from Clashmore or will they win four ina-row? Only time will tell but there are plenty of teams capable of winning it. Definitely a league to keep a close eye on going forward.
With only six teams there is only 1 Division been played with teams playing each other more than once. Valley Rangers lead the way on 16 points from 6 games played with a record of 5 wins and 1 draw to remain undefeated and hold a six point lead over their nearest challengers and last season’s champions Inch Utd. Valley who finished fourth last season under 15 have really started well and will be a force to be reckoned with as the season draws to a close around April/May time. Inch are on 10 points and have a record of 3 wins and a draw from their 4 games played and are also undefeated. Ardmore AFC are in third position on 9 points from their 6 games played with 3 wins and 3 losses followed in fourth by Lismore AFC on 7 points from 5 games and a record of 2 wins 1 draw and 2 losses. Valley Rangers will be stronger with the return of some of their players from the Cork League who played there for a season after the Kennedy Cup. But Inch also have got some players back from the same situation and these two should be the front runners as the season comes to a close and the rest will do well to hold onto the coat tails. Can Inch do two-in-a-row or will Valley get the better of them or can a challenger come from the pack to lift the title?
WATERFORD SCHOOLBOYS FOOTBALL LEAGUE (WSFL) FIXTURES Saturday, 12th January, 2019 WSFL Under 11 Red League 10:30 Carrick United v Bohemians A 10:30 Ferrybank A v Dungarvan Utd A 10:30 Southend United v Park Rgs A 11:00 Villa A v Tramore A WSFL Under 11 Green League 10:30 Piltown A v Tramore B 10:30 De La Salle v Mooncoin Celtic 10:30 Bohemians B v St Pauls WSFL Under 11 Orange League 10:30 Ballinroad B v Ballyduff
10:30 Kilmacow v Ferrybank B 10:30 Park Rangers B v Piltown B 10:30 Waterford Crystal v Villa C WSFL Under 11 Blue League 10:30 Portlaw United v Bohemians C 10:30 Seaview Celtic v Dungarvan United B 10:30 Kilmacthomas v Ballinroad A 12:30 Villa B v Tramore C WSFL Under 12D League Ballyduff v Ferrybank C WSFL Under 13A League
12:30 Ferrybank A v Villa A 12:30 Carrick United A v Park Rgs A 12:30 Tramore A v Bohemians A 12:30 Southend United A v De La Salle WSFL Under 13B League 12:15 Bohemians B v Piltown A 12:30 Seaview Celtic v Tramore B 12:30 Portlaw United v Dungarvan United A WSFL Under 13C League 12:30 Mooncoin Celtic v Kilmacow 14:15 Bohemians C v Kilmacthomas
14:30 Carrick United B v Ballinroad 14:30 Villa B v Tramore C WSFL Under 13D League 12:30 Park Rangers B v Dungarvan United B 12:30 Stradbally v Waterford Crystal 12:30 Piltown B v Ferrybank B WSFL Under 15A League 14:30 Tramore A v Bohemians A 14:30 Park Rangers A v Ferrybank A 14:30 Villa A v Carrick United A WSFL Under 15B League
12:30 Villa B v Piltown A 14:30 Dungarvan United B v Dungarvan United A WSFL Under 15C League 14:30 De La Salle v Carrick United B 14:30 Kilmacow v Bohemians B 14:00 St Pauls v Tramore B 14:30 Kilmacthomas v Mooncoin Cel. A WSFL Under 15D League 14:30 Piltown B v Villa C 16:30 Bohemians C v Waterford Crystal
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Park Hotel December Sportstar Award
Former overall winner takes final 2018 monthly award
Dungarvan Rugby Club icked off the New Year with a Skills Academy for our juvenile teams. Thirty players participated in a three day programme aimed at improving their existing skills while giving guidance on leadership, attitude and nutrition.
Dungarvan Rugby Football Club SKILLS ACADEMY FOR JUVENILE PLAYERS WE kicked off the New Year with a Skills Academy for our juvenile teams. Thirty players participated in a three day programme aimed at improving their existing skills while giving guidance on leadership, attitude and nutrition. It was a great club effort with coaches and senior players combining to deliver a series of modules designed with input from Mel Shanley and Director of Rugby Mike Daly. Thanks to all who assisted in the delivery of the programme: Cillian Kiely; Senior coaches Dave Lee and Alan McMahon along with Senior players Martin Houlihan, Cillian Corkery and Mike Daly. The knowledge and intensity they brought to the sessions will help our juveniles in games to come. Thanks to Mel Shanley and Carmel O'Keeffe for excellent talks on leadership and nutrition. A very special thanks to Brendan O'Connor of Munster Rugby, who
delivered a fantastic ‘Defence and Attack’ session, for the benefit of Academy players and club juvenile coaches. MUNSTER JUNIOR CUP Our senior team travelled to Kerry to take on Tralee in the Munster Junior Cup on Sunday. Our first game after the Christmas break and it was not an easy one. Tralee were locked and loaded looking for revenge from the defeat in Dungarvan in the league early in the year. Unfortunately, Dungarvan were just the bare bones travelling with just 16 players. Despite this the team worked hard and took an early three nil lead thanks to the boot of David Hickey. However, Tralee were not long in regaining the lead with a softly defended try under the sticks. Just before the half it was 19 points to three until a combination of good forwards and back play lead to a well earned try for Lár Houlihan. But again Dungarvan switched off at the restart allowing Tralee take a healthy 26-10 into the half-
time. Dungarvan rallied in the second half with Doug Petit finishing a set play very well to give Dungarvan a lifeline. An intercept try while pushing for the Tralee line sucked the life out of the weary 16 who travelled. Final score Tralee 38; Dungarvan 17. A good blow-out nonetheless and onto a big home game v Killarney this Sunday at 2.30 pm. Please come out and get behind the lads!! UPCOMING FIXTURES & TRAINING Saturday, 12th January Munster U-16 Bowl: Dungarvan v Cobh Pirates K/O 12 noon. Sunday, 13th January Munster U-18 Bowl: Dungarvan/Carrick v Fermoy K/O 12.30. Sunday, 13th January Munster Junior League: Dungarvan v Killarney K/O 2.30 p.m. Mini's Training will recommence on Saturday, 12th January at 10.30 am New players always welcome! Why not give rugby a go in 2019!
AFTER a rain soaked December, DCC cyclists were rewarded with a clement weekend. Here's how the groups and our intrepid juniors clocked up kilometres. SPIN REPORTS The Saturday Spin had 11 in the saddle on a dull but dry morning. A frantic start with a few over eager cyclists trailblazing, all settling down by Cappagh and a very steady pace thereafter. Onwards to Lismore turning at the juction and heading for Knockanore. The climb was tackled at one's own pace all regrouping at the top and staying together on the descent to Youghal. A lovely steady pace home through Clashmore and the bog road. 85k covered at 29.5kph and all home in plenty of time for lunch. New Year’s resolutions meant 17 cyclists departed Dungarvan this morning, an amalgamation of G5 and G23. Our outward route took us the bog road, Kilmolash, Cappoquin and Lismore. Plenty of roll ups meant loads of different conversations with such a large group. The group stopped in Lismore for the cuppa and treat
and here we met up with G4 and our chairman. Our homeward journey was Cappoquin, Kilmolash, Ballinameela on this lovely fine winter’s morning. One of our group suffered a puncture near home at Ballymacmague but was ably assisted by some of the group thanks Marion and Theo. A great start to 2019 with a spin of 54k at 20 mph. Group 4 set off from Dungarvan for the first spin of 2019 on a dry January day. Meeting with lots of other groups as we headed out the Lismore road and turning for Colligan all was quiet for the steady climb. The pace increased and the temperature dropped a few degrees as we turned left at Half Way passing through Millstreet and Modeligo. One left the group to turn for home at the Welcome Inn as we headed for Cappoquin and onto Lismore for a well deserved coffee stop. Meeting and exchanging new year greetings with Group 5 and the Back roads group in Lismore. Back on the bikes with Danny's twist of continuous roll ups from
Lismore to Cappoquin warming up nicely after the stop. Taking the right turn outside Cappoquin it was back to Dungarvan via Kilmolash and the Bog road carefully avoiding the crater type potholes marked by Tom! A good spin for the start of 2019 - 70Km at 25.6Kmph. Amazingly the incredibly good winter cycling weather continues and Group 3 had big numbers out to take advantage of it. Sixteen rolled out from the Civic Office as we headed for the early climb up Colligan. However, it wasn't long before we were cooling down again as we met the cold air on the descent through Millstreet. We took our halfway break at the sunny Kitchen Hole before heading onto Lismore. Turning at Killahala we headed back for Cappoquin interrupted by a quick puncture repair. A lively finish was then enjoyed as we passed through Villierstown, Aglish and Ballinameela. A very enjoyable 85k spin at 27.5kph. NEW GROUP 28-30kph Feedback received indicates that there is a strong interest in forming yet another DCC group. It is hoped to finalise this within the
Pierce Flynn, Park Hotel presents the December Sports Star award to Henry de Bromhead. Included are Ger Lawton and Kieran O’Connor, Adjudicators. [Maurice Hennebry] AFTER training an incredible 16 winners in the month of December, there is no surprise that Knockeen trainer, Henry de Bromhead is the final Park Hotel Waterford Sports Star Award monthly winner for 2018. The 2017 Park Hotel Overall Winner had an amazing final month of the year that included a treble at Thurles, doubles at Lepardstown, Naas and Down Royal, with four winners in all at the prestigious Leopardstown Christmas Festival and two winners at the Limerick Festival. It really was a wonderful month for Henry. This is Henry's eighth monthly Park Hotel award, which sees him take over from Tom Queally as the most prolific Horse Racing winner of all time in the awards scheme and he also joins Neil Gough as the joint third winning most monthly award winner behind Francis Connors and John O'Shea. After winning the overall award last January, Henry is thrilled to be back in the reckoning for the overall awards night which takes place on January 19th.
“Thankfully, I just snuck in there at the end. Look we had a great December and it's great to get the recognition locally by winning a Park Award. “It was a great month and especially a great Christmas period and it's brilliant for all the guys at home in the yard who work so hard and for all our owners who very kindly give us such great support.” As if 16 winners for December wasn't good enough, he went on to win the first race of 2019 in Ireland and the UK with Notebook at Tramore and then he went on to
make it two winners for the New Year soon after when he and Rachael Blackmore made it a double on the day at his local track with Mormon. Henry was presented with his eighth monthly Park Hotel Waterford Sports Star Award by Park Hotel proprietor, Pierce Flynn at the New Year's Day Races in Tramore. Adjudicators Kieran O'Connor and Ger Lawton were also in attendance. This completes the list of 2018 Park Hotel Award winners.
The full list is: January - Jack O'Donoghue (Rugby) February - Craig Breen (Rallying) March - Alan Reynolds (Soccer) April - Tom Carney, Tramore AFC Youths (Soccer) May - Robin Dawson (Golf) June - Kieran Jackson (Triathlon) July - Anthony Condon (Showjumping) Andrew Goff (Rowing) August - Thomas Barr (Athletics) September - Joe Gough (Athletics) October - Lee O'Connor (Soccer) November - Philip & Pauric Mahony (Hurling) December - Henry de Bromhead (Horse Racing)
An amalgamation of G5 and G23 cyclists who stopped at Lismore for refreshments. coming two weeks. The group will be aiming to complete regular Sunday club spins at a pace of 2830kph. Any member who feels that this group would be suitable for them, please make your intentions known. As with many of our DCC groups, a group leader will be sought. HELP NEEDED Our friends in West Waterford Athletic Club are looking for four bike marshalls to assist with the John Treacy Dungarvan 10 on
Sunday, February 3rd. If you can help out please confirm by contacting Beanie Byrne 087 6436046. YOUTH NOTES Some of the DCC youths took part in the Youghal Cycling Club Cyclocross races at Claycastle Beach. It was a fantastic backdrop with lovely weather and the youths gained valuable bike handling skills over a very technical, Sandy and challenging course. Thanks to Youghal Cycling Club for the fan-
tastic set up. It took a lot of hard work to set up the course. Clodagh Lattimore participated in the under 8 race with Isobelle Gaffney taking a tumble in the under 10 race. Sarah Gaffney and her brother David battled it out in the under 12 race with David earning a podium taking 2nd overall. Cal Tutty and Eoghan Lattimore battled it out in the tough under 14 race and both finished just outside the medals in their first year under 14.
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Colligan Cup the first event of the year
Picture left to right (Instructor Mr. Luke Laffan, Ciarán Keith and Mrs Teresa Keith).
ITA Winter Black Belt Grading Report THE Irish Taekwon-Do Association (ITA) Winter Black Belt Test took place on Sunday, 9th December, 2018. The grading was held in the North Monastery AG, North Monastery Rd, Cork. Over the weekend 77 people presented for the examination out of which 76 were successfully promoted. Ms Teresa Keith from Ballinroad, Dungarvan tested for 3rd Degree Black Belt. Ciarán Keith from Ballinroad Dungarvan tested for his 1st Degree Black Belt. The ITA examining board were very happy with the high technical level of the candidates and the quality of black
belts being produced by ITA instructors. Throughout the day - the candidates were tested on fundamental movements, kicking, patterns, step sparring, free sparring, self-defence, power breaking, special technique and theory. Both candidates from Dungarvan Club passed with flying colours – Ms Teresa Keith promoted to 3rd Degree Black Belt and her son Ciarán promoted to 1st Degree Black Belt. Congratulations to both candidates from your Chief Instructor Mr. Luke Laffan IV Degree and all at Dungarvan Taekwon-Do.
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SUNDAY, January 20th will be a busy one in Colligan. It’s time for our young athletes to get back in action and blow out the cobwebs from the Christmas break. The juvenile Colligan Shield will get under way at the earlier time of 11 a.m. this year. Registration starts at 10.15 a.m. This event, which will again be sponsored by Albert McGrath Newsagents, challenges an athlete’s pace and judgement as well as their running skills. No watches are allowed so everyone has the same chance to win the race. This is an open event and anyone can take part. The juvenile race will be run over one circuit of Colligan. The person with the slowest predicted time will start first and the fastest runners will go off last so speed or age makes no difference. The winner will be the first person home after the clock hits zero. Last year over fifty juveniles took part in this event and we hope for even bigger numbers this year. Last year’s winner was Kevin Butler who was bang on his predicted time. All five prize-winners were within 10secs of their predicted times. Remember it is not how fast you run that counts but how near you are to your predicted time. Last year 19 athletes ran faster than predicted. Who will get it right this year? LUCY HOLMES SELECTED FOR IRISH JUNIOR CROSS COUNTRY TEAM Lucy Holmes has made another step up in her cross country running career with her selection to the Irish junior development squad that will compete in the Celtic International in Belfast on Sat., 19th January. At just 16 years of age Lucy is just over age for the under 17 event and is the youngest athletes to compete in the Junior (under 20 event). She was selected for this event when she finished 8th in the combined under 18 and Junior All Ireland Cross Country Championships last December. Lucy will be under age for this event for the next three years. The
website) please contact Mary Ashe asap as you need to be registered with Athletics Ireland before you can enter for the event DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Sunday, Jan. 20th Colligan Cup 11 a.m. Start Registration 10.15. Friday, Jan. 18 Waterford Schools Cross Country 11.00 Friary. Friday, Jan. 25th Fundraising Quiz to send Aislinn to the World Games Minnies Bar 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31st East Munster Schools Cross Country Carriganore 12.30. Friday, Feb. 15th Munster Schools Cross Country Carriganore 12.30. Tuesday, March 5th Munster Schools Indoors Nenagh 11 a.m. Saturday, March 9th All Ireland Schools Cross Country Clongowes Wood College, Clane, Co. Kildare.
Lucy Holmes who has been selected on the Irish Junior team to compete at the Celtic International. event will be held in conjunction with the IAAF permitted senior international cross country so there will be plenty of talent on show at the Billy Neill Playing Fields in Dundonald. TRAINING FOR SCHOOLS CROSS COUNTRY Training is well underway for those competing in the schools cross country in January and February. Training continues on Monday and Wednesday at 6.00 in the Friary. All athletes of secondary school age are welcome. The first school event will be the Waterford schools cross country which will be hosted by St. Augustine’s College On Friday, Jan. 18th. There will be races for Minor, Junior, Intermediate and Senior athletes. All the local schools will field teams in this event. INDOOR CHAMPIONSHIPS If anyone wants to compete in the indoor championships (dates and events on munster athletics
Aislinn O'Regan who has been selected to represent Ireland at he World Wheelchair Games in Shajah.
EMERGING TALENT – Well done to Dungarvan United FC U-12 players Nathan Brett and Dominik Trzeciak who were selected to participate in The FAI Emerging Talent Programme last week at the WIT sports arena in Carriganore. Well done lads. EVENING TRAINING Everyone doing evening training on the astro will now have seen our super new LED lights, also a special mention of thanks to Derek Murray for working on the astro nets its greatly appreciated. We remind all players that subs must be paid to play and this will now be strictly enforced by the management committee, we ask for all your kind co operation with this going forward, thank you. ACADEMY NEWS We started off the new year with a bang last Saturday with all the young blues out in force and ready for action! Please note that second term subs are due for February so anyone wishing to pay in instalments are welcome to start doing so. ACADEMY TRAINING SCHEDULE Tuesdays 4-5 p.m. U-8 & U-9. Thursdays 4-5 p.m. U-10 only.
Saturday 12.30-1.30 U-7 & U-8. 1.30-2.30 U-9. This Saturday our U-10 play a league game away to Seaview Celtic. Good Luck Lads! We had some great games for the younger ages at the end of the year and hope to increase these as the weather improves as well as attend tournaments. Please insure your child in registered to participate. FIXTURES Sunday, January 13th 2.00 p.m. Youths A League: Piltown v Dungarvan United. 11.00 a.m. Division 3 League: Dungarvan v Villa. RESULTS Premier League: Dungarvan United 2 (R. Donnelly and P. Lynch); Southend United 3. Over 35 League: Dugarvan United 0; Mooncoin Celtic 0. Youths A League: Dungarvan United 0; Tramore 6.
FUNDRAISING QUIZ TO SEND AISLINN TO WORLD GAMES Aislinn O’Regan has been selected by the Irish Wheelchair Association to compete in the World Games in Sharjah in the UAE. West Waterford Athletic Club Juvenile Committee is organizing a fundraising quiz to assist Aislinn in her bid to get to the World Games. The Quiz will take place in Minnies on Friday, January 25th at 8 p.m. €40 for table of four. This will be a fun night as well as a chance to help a young athlete reach her potential.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 11 January 2019
Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures
Robert Tyner ends 2018 with a winner at Punchestown on New Year’s Day KINSALE trainer Robert Tyner ended 2018 with a winner when the Inittowinit Syndicate-owned Blast Of Keoman won the 2m4f handicap hurdle at Punchestown on New Year's Eve. With Phillip Enright in the saddle, the 13/2 chance looked to have loads in hand when accounting for Brave Out. Tyner began the New Year in the best possible fashion with two winners at Cork on Saturday. Enright was again in the saddle as 10/1 shot Midnight Stroll came from well off the pace to land the 2m4f handicap hurdle at the main expense of the Mick Winters-trained Chatham Street Lad which was the gambled-on 3/1 favourite. Jody McGarvey was the man on top as 16/1 chance Concordin took the 2m4f handicap chase to wrap up the Tyner double. The 11-year-old battled well to beat the Tom Nagletrained Danse Away by a neck for owner JP McManus.
Clonmel - Thursday, January 10 (First Race 12.15) Dundalk - Friday, January 11 (First Race 5.30) Fairyhouse - Saturday, January 12 (First Race 12.25) Punchestown - Sunday, January 13 (First Race 12.40
Townend and Russell kick off the New Year with doubles Tramore Racecourse – New Year’s Day Meeting 2019. Race 7 – The Tom Carroll Memorial Handicap Steeplechase of €12,000 (0-102). The winning connections of Kilderry Price, ridden by jockey, Sheila Ahearne, who is from Ballyduff Upper and trained by Andrew McNamara who won the Tom Carroll Memorial Handicap Steeplechase are pictured receiving their prizes. Included were owner, Ken Duggan, Jack and Shane Duggan, Sean, Paddy, Alison and Eleanor Kennedy and Eamonn Griffin, Director, Tramore Racecourse. [Noel Browne]
De Bromhead saddled first winner of 2019 at Tramore IT was perhaps fitting that Henry De Bromhead saddled the first winner of 2019 at Tramore on New Year's Day. The Knockeen trainer has flown the flag for the south-east and he struck with the Rachael Blackmore-ridden Notebook in the David Flynn Building Contractors Maiden Hurdle, the 9/4 chance readily accounting for 13/8 favourite Janidil.
The pair followed up a couple of races later as 2/1 favourite Mormon beat stable companion Insult by two and a quarter lengths in the 2m5f maiden hurdle. Local amateur Sheila Ahern was among the winners as she partnered the Andrew McNamara-trained Kilderry Prince to success in the 2m5f handicap chase.
Hogan enjoys success throughout 2018 DENIS Hogan enjoyed great success throughout 2018 and he rounded off the year on a high when both training and riding Barna Venture to win the handicap chase at Punchestown on New Year's Eve.
Sent off a 7/2 co-favourite of three horses, the Brid Collison-owned gelding had little difficulty in accounting for his market rivals Whatinthecorner and Monatomic. It got better for the Cloughjordan man who sent
out Amanaat to land the opening 5f handicap at Dundalk on Friday night. Ridden by Donagh O’Connor for owner James McAuley, the 8/1 chance beat the Andrew Slattery-trained Smart Stinger in good style.
TITLE hopefuls Paul Townend and Davy Russell kicked off the New Year with doubles at Fairyhouse and Tramore respectively. Townend scored with the Willie Mullins-trained My Sister Sarah and Matthew Smith’s Ronald Pump at the County Meath venue while Russell rode winners for Gordon Elliott and Paul Nolan on Askari and Crazyheart respectively at Tramore.
Dream start in career for Emma Doyle IT was a dream start to her career in the saddle for Moyne teenager Emma Doyle who rode a winner on her first ride when successful on Northern Surprise, trained by her father Tim, at Dundalk on Friday night. A business and marketing student at NUI Maynooth, the 19-year-old brought the 20/1 chance from well off the pace to pip his stable companion Northern Surprise by a neck. Both the winner and runner-up were bred by Jim Monaghan and the winner carried the colours of Emma’s mother Claire, a former amateur rider whose winners included the Ladies’ Derby at the Curragh on Up She Flew in 1994.
Fenton back among winners at Tramore on New Year’s Day PHILIP Fenton was back among the winners as Secret Cargo won the 2m handicap hurdle at Tramore on New Year's Day. Ridden by Brian Hayes, the 25/1 shot was running in his first handicap and scored readily under Brian Hayes.
Fifth career success on the racecourse for winning rider Paul Cawley THE final winner of the week was the Harry Kelly-trained Aliym which won the bumper at Naas on Sunday in the colours of the Paul & Paula Nolan Partnership. It was a fifth career success on the racecourse for winning rider Paul Cawley who got the 20/1 chance home by a shorthead from 11/8 favourite Top Moon.
O’Brien has Dublin Racing Festival in mind for Articulum Patrick, Laurence, Aisling, Lorna, Susan and Olivia Hurney and Lorraine Walker at Tramore Races on New Year’s Day 2019. [Noel Browne]
CARRIGTWOHILL trainer O’Brien has the Arkle chase at the next month’s Dublin Racing Festival at Leopardstown in mind for the smart Articulum which made all the running to win the 2m novice chase at Naas on Sunday. David Mullins was in the saddle as the well-supported even money chance readily accounted for 9/10 favourite Campeador.