Dungarvan observer 13 11 2015 edition by Dungarvan Observer

DUNGARVAN

OBSERVER Vol. 103

H u r l e rs claim A l l S t a rs

Friday, 13th November, 2015

SOUTH-EAST CAR & VAN HIRE DUNGARVAN NISSAN Call us first for Van and Car Hire

Prices from as little as €24.99 per day 058 44888 info@southeastcarhire.com www.southeastcarhire.com

Communion 2016

Muiri K Boutique O'Connell St Dungarvan

WHAT’S ON VIEW

PLEASE GO TO PAGE 9 FOR THE FULL LIST OF PROPERTIES ON VIEW THIS WEEK WITH SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS

€2.00

Solar energy farm planned for West Waterford By Paul Mooney AN international solar energy business has applied for planning permission to erect a 5MW solar farm in a rural part of West Waterford. If successful, it will mean thousands of solar panels across some 25 - 30 acres, supplying electricity to the country’s power grid, using the sun as a power source. The application was submitted to Waterford City and County Council by Amarenco Solar Kilcannon Limited - a company with a registered address at Crawford Business Park, Crosse’s Green, Cork, and linked to parent company Amarenco Solar, an international independent power company that invests in, builds and operates solar Photo Voltaic (PV) powerplants.

Amarenco is led by former head of Bord Gáis, John Mullins. Amarenco acquired solar energy farms in France last year. Their application for West Waterford was submitted to the Council on 30th October last, and is seeking permission for a 5MW solar farm with photovoltaic panels on ground mounted frames, two single storey inverter / transformer stations, a single story delivery station, security fencing, CCTV, and associated development works on agricultural lands at Kilcannon, Cappagh, Dungarvan. (Council planning reference: 15614) Waterford Council is due to make a decision on the application by 2nd January, 2016. Any submissions / objections to the proposed development must be lodged with the Council on or before 3rd December, 2015. Continued on page 8

Francis Power being presented with his awards by Margot Slattery, Country President, Sodexo Ireland, at the Salon Culinaire.

Dungarvan Chef scoops silver and bronze medals UNDER the watchful eye of TV chef Derry Clarke, Francis Power from Dungarvan won a silver for his Dessert Tart class and a bronze medal in the Vegetarian Bowl class at the recent Sodexo Salon Culinaire, the annual culinary competition organised by services company Sodexo Ireland for its

2,000 staff working in 200 site locations throughout Ireland. Francis, who is based at GSK Knockbrack, joined hundreds of chef and non-chef competitors battling to win top honours in over 18 competition classes. Continued on page 8

Motorists must display ticket during free half hour parking Fiddler of Dooney 2015

CHANGES to the parking byelaws agreed by DungarvanLismore District Council means motorists who park in the town must display a ‘pay and display’ parking ticket, even during the free half hour period. Residents of Dungarvan should also be aware that there is now an annual charge of €15 for a resident’s parking permit to park their vehicle on the street in

page 7

Resident’s parking permit charge of €15 per year Dungarvan. The draft parking bye-laws governing Dungarvan were agreed and passed at last month’s meeting of DungarvanLismore District Council. Workshops were held between officials and Councillors to make amendments to the bye-laws, which include extending parking charges to Rice’s Street to a point

30 metres from the junction with Mitchel Street; and removing visitors permits and carers permits from the current draft. The new bye-laws repeal the old Dungarvan Town Council parking bye-laws. The new bye-laws mean that motorists must display a parking ticket on their vehicle, even dur-

ing the first half hour free parking. According to the new bye-laws, the free period will be added to the pay and display ticket by the ticket machine. To park for a period less than the full half hour free period, a ticket will be given, free of charge, from the ticket machine, which then must be displayed

immediately on parking. Parking tickets must be displayed on all cars between the hours of operation (9.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Monday to Saturday). The new regime introduced by the parking bye-laws is expected to come into force sometime later this month, when the ticket machines will be changed to accommodate the free half hour parking ticket.

True love is not a happy ending but a perfect beginning... Begin your journey with us

Visit of Education Minister pages 32 & 33 45

For more information on our Wedding Packages contact Suzie on 051 382000 weddings@fhh.ie www.faithlegg.com

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Yo u r Observer S O Inside this week … N DUNGARVA

BSERVER

H u r l e rs claim A l l S t a rs

Vol. 103

SOUTH-EAST CAR & VAN HIRE

DUNGARVAN NISSAN Van Call us first for and Car Hire

Prices from as little as €24.99 per day

058 44888 .com info@southeastcarhire .com www.southeastcarhire

Communion 2016

Friday, 13th Novembe r, 2015

WHAT’S ON VIEW

PLEASE GO TO PAGE 9 FOR THE FULL LIST OF PROPERTIES ON VIEW THIS WEEK WITH SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS

By Paul Mooney

head of led by former Amarenco is Mullins. Amarenco Bord Gáis, John farms in France last energy acquired solar

solar energy year. for West Waterford Their application Council on 30th AN international for planning to the applied solar was submittedand is seeking permission business has erect a 5MW West October last,solar farm with photovoltaic permission to rural part of for a 5MW frames, two farm in a ground mounted transformer of panels on / Waterford. storey inverter will mean thousands

If successful, it some 25 - 30 acres, single a single story delivery station, stations, and associated solar panels across to the country’s security fencing, CCTV, lands power on agricultural supplying electricity the sun as a development works power grid, using Cappagh, Dungarvan. 15614) to at Kilcannon, source. planning reference: to make a was submitted is due The application County Council by (Council and Waterford Council by 2nd Waterford City Kilcannon Limited - a on the application Amarenco Solar registered address at decision 2016. the a Green, January, submissions / objections to company with Park, Crosse’s Any must be lodged Crawford Business to parent company development 3rd on or before Cork, and linked an international inde- proposed the Council Amarenco Solar, invests in, with company that December, 2015. 8 pendent power solar Photo Voltaic Continued on page operates and builds (PV) powerplants.

sport@dungarvano bserver.ie

Water ford Hurlers claim Three All Star Awards

Solar energy farm planned for West Waterford

Muiri K Boutique O'Connell St Dungarvan

PORT

Vol. 103

€2.00

r, 2015 Friday, 13th Novembe

S E E PA G E 1 5

his awards by Margot presented with Francis Power being Salon Culinaire. the Sodexo Ireland, at

Slattery, Country

President,

scoops Dungarvan Chefe medals silver and bronz

in 200 site locations 2,000 staff working eye of TV chef Ireland. GSK UNDER the watchful Power from throughout is based at Francis Francis, who of chef Derry Clarke, a silver for his Dessert Knockbrack, joined hundreds to Dungarvan won in the competitors battling a bronze medal and non-chef 18 competiTart class and class at the recent win top honours in over Vegetarian Bowl annual Culinaire, the tion classes. Sodexo Salon organised by serv- Continued on page 8 culinary competition for its Sodexo Ireland ices company

g half hour parkin during free display ticket of €15 per year permit charge Motorists must Resident’s parking

Fiddler of Dooney 2015 page 7

parking. immediately on must be Parking tickets cars between the displayed on all a.m. to hour free parking. hours of operation (9.00 ing the first half to Saturday). new bye-laws, the junction with the parking byeAccording to the be added to 4.00 p.m. Monday introduced by 30 metres from CHANGES to draft parking The new regime is expected by DungarvanStreet; and removing the free period will by the laws agreed Dungarvan. The Dungarvan Mitchel and carers permits the pay and display ticket Council means the parking bye-laws bye-laws governingpassed at last visitors permits draft. Lismore District sometime later come into force park in the town ticket machine. from the current less than to were agreed and motorists who when the ticket repeal the ‘pay and display’ month’s meeting of DungarvanTo park for a period period, a this month, The new bye-laws Council must display a be changed to free Town even during the Lismore District Council. the full half hour free of charge, machines will old Dungarvan parking ticket, the free half hour held between accommodate bye-laws. ticket will be given, Workshops were free half hour period. machine, which to make parking mean that should ticket. from the ticket The new bye-laws displayed parking officials and Councillors Residents of Dungarvan be must there is now an amendments to the bye-laws, motorists must display a parking then also be aware that a parking even durof €15 for on their vehicle, include extending annual charge to park which to Rice’s Street to a point ticket permit resident’s parking the street in charges on their vehicle

a happy ending True love is not beginnin g... but a perfect MODELIG usO WINS withWESTER SIXTH Begin your journey N

Visit of Education Minister

JUNIORPackages on our Wedding FOOTBA LL For more information 382000 weddings@fhh.ie TITLE 051 contact Suzie on Page 7 www.faithlegg.com

pages 32 & 33

Waterford hurlers, the Year; Maurice left to right: Tadhg de Búrca, Young Hurler of GPA All-Star AwardsShanahan, and Noel Connors, with their GAA at the GAA GPA sored by Opel at All-Star Awards the Convention 2015 sponCentre, Dublin. [Paul Mohan / SPORTSFILE]

BALLINACOURTY GOALS DECISIV ’S E IN WINNING FIRST TITLE Page 8

TENACIOUS STRADBALLY WINS 18th SENIOR FOOTBALL TITLE Pages 11, 12, 13 & 14

SECTIONS .........................……………………………………... PAGES News .............................…………..……………………………… 1–28 Classifieds ..........................…..……………………………… 29–31 Visit of Education Minister to Schools ……………... 32-33 County News ...........………….………………………………. 35-46 Schools ...............……..……………………..………………… 47–53 Obituary ..…...................………..........……………………… 54-55 Farming .....................………….……………………………… 56–59 Entertainment ........………….……………………………… 60–63 Déise Newsround ..............……………………………………… 64 Includes your 24-page Sports pull-out

Dungar van’s Late st Nightclub Saturday Night

Friday Night

News on the move: Web: www.dungarvanobserver.ie

Find us on Twitter: @DungarvanObserv Like us on Facebook: Dungarvan Observer

WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY: Mild and mostly cloudy with rain in the morning especially in southern counties. Brighter in the afternoon with some sunny spells developing but some scatted showers also. Afternoon highs of 12 to 14 degrees C. in freshening southwesterly winds. Wednesday night: Mostly dry and cool on Wednesday night with some clear periods developing but some showers in northwestern areas for a time. Moderate southwest winds and lowest temperatures of 4 to 8 degrees C. Thursday: Strong winds developing on Thursday again especially in northwestern areas. Dry in many midland and eastern regions for much of the day, but rain developing in western areas in the morning will extend eastwards later. Strong and gusty southerly winds, gale force for a time in parts of Connacht and Ulster and afternoon temperatures of 11 to 14 degrees C. The rain will clear eastwards to heavy showers on Thursday night and it will turn much colder with temperatures falling to 3 to 5 degrees C. Friday will be a cold and blustery day with widespread showers, some of hail or thunder. Much cooler than previous days with afternoon highs of 7 to 10 degrees C and feeling cold in the blustery westerly wind. Cold for a time Friday night but turning milder overnight as winds back southwest to south by morning with rain spreading eastwards. Weekend: Mild weather expected over the weekend, still unsettled and windy at times with spells of rain, especially in the north and west on Saturday, possibly drier on Sunday.

Cock tail Bar Prosecco on tap Main Bar &

Dancefloor with First Rate Sound & Lighting System

WED 14º

THUR 14º

FRI 10º

SAT 13º

Smirnoff Bar

SUN 13º

Two le vels • One gre at venue!

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

OPEN SUNDAY: 12pm - 5.30pm

DUNGARVAN

PICTORIAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 - Networking Excellence Award- sponsored by Dungarvan Nissan: Kenneth Dickinson, Dungaran Nissan presents Eithne Sheehan with the award, which she accepted on behalf of her daughter, Eunice Power, Cooking For You at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Food Business Award – sponsored by McDonalds: Christopher Pim, McDonalds, presents Shay Harty, Ray and Miriam Harty, Harty’s Oysters with their award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Education Excellence Award – sponsored by Bank of Ireland, Kilmacthomas: Christine O'Donnovan, Bank of Ireland Kilmacthomas and Chamber President, presents Caroline and Alan Ryan, Deise College, with their award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Innovation & Sustainability in Business Award – sponsored by Al Eile Stud; Michael Dunford, Al Eile Stud presents Jean Harmon, TQS Integration Ltd with her award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Customer Service Excellence Award – sponsored by Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy. Aileen Hogan, Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy presents David Moloney and David Connors, Dungarvan Paints and DIY with their award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Women in Business ‘Mary & Mollie’ Award – sponsored by Main Street Traders: Vincent Petite presents the Women in Business ‘Mary & Mollie’ Award to Olivere Lannen, Olivere’s Health & Beauty Salon. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Men in Business Award – sponsored by SGC Cinema: Martin Linnane and Janos Bartos, SGC Cinema, presents Christopher Pim, McDonalds, with his award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Employee of the Year Award – sponsored by Dungarvan Leader: Linda and Colm Nagle, Dungarvan Leader, present Breda O‘Mahony, Monica’s with her award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 - Emerging New Business Award- sponsored by WLR FM; Sean Drohan, WLR, presents David Harkin, The BizLocator with his award at Lismore Castle.

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Overall Grand Prizes: Lucia Queally, Johnny McGrath and Padraig Connors, Terra Nua Building Contractors, receive the Business of the Year Award from Michael Colivet, FBD (sponsors), and Christine O'Donovan, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Overall Grand Prizes: Christopher Pim, McDonalds, receives the Ambassador of the Year Award from Michael Colivet, FBD (sponsors) and Christine O'Donovan, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber.[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

NEWS

DUNGARVAN SHOPPING CENTRE

Weekly Special Offers

50%

EXTRA FREE LARGE CHICKEN FILLETS

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 - Contribution to the Community Award – sponsored by Terra Nua Building Contractors: Lucia Queally and Johnny McGrath, Terra Nua Building Contractors, present Alice Barron, Natalia Danzmann and Criostoir O'Faolain, Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise with their award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

SIRLOIN STEAKS

600G 6 FOR FOR €4 €10 STEAK MINCE

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Digital Marketing & E Commerce Award – sponsored by the Dungarvan Enterprise Centre; Mags Durant O'Connor, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre presents, Darryl Daniels, Sean Drohan and Liam Moore, WLR fm with their award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

4 FOR €10

BREADED CHICKEN

Proud s t o ck i s t s of

Beds Find us on Facebook

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Health & Well Being Award – sponsored by Murray’s Pharmacy: Liz Murray, Murray Pharmacy presents Danette & Michael Connolly and Ray & Bernie Power, Home Instead Senior Care with their award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

O OP PE EN N 7 7 D DA AY YS S

Dungarvan Business Park, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford

058 43381 Maidin Oscailte Open Morning

Satharn 14 Samhain 2015 Turas na Scoile (10.00 – 12.30) Fáiltiú an Phríomhoide 11.00 Prospective First Year / Transition Year pupils welcome Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards 2015 – Green / Smart Travel / Conservation Award – sponsored by Go Dungarvan with the Department of the Environment Community & Local Government through Environment Department of Waterford City and County Council: Karen Phelan, Go Dungarvan, and Anne Sullivan, Waterford City & County Council, present Lucia Queally, Johnny McGrath and Padraig Curran, Terra Nua Building Contractors, with their award at Lismore Castle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Meánscoil San Nioclás www.meanscoil.com (13-11)

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Waterford dairy-free liqueur duo set for Bite showcase TWO Waterford radio broadcasters who switched the radio studio for making a unique dairy-free whiskey liqueur will be showcased at the first annual Bite Food Festival in the RDS from November 19-22. Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur will be just one of the country’s artisan producers featured at the major new festival, which is expected to attract over 20,000 Irish food and drink lovers. Well-known radio presenters Timmy Ryan and Nichola Beresford, from Dungarvan, have already scooped a number of national awards for their Muldoon Liqueur. Bite 2015 will feature top chefs and food experts as well as a huge range of producers, who are there to sell, sample and educate people about their unique products. A must for food lovers, Bite 2015 will also feature tastings and demonstrations from chefs such as Donal Skehan and Domini Kemp as well as free cooking classes led by Lynda Booth of the Dublin Cookery School for adults and children alike.

Timmy and Nichola’s second product, a gin called Thin Gin, won the Best Irish Gin accolade at the Irish Whiskey awards last month, just weeks after it was launched. “Our Irish Whiskey Liqueur has an unusually high whiskey content compared to any other whiskey liqueur available and with a sweet toffee and hazelnut flavour, it is after dinner perfection aimed at the more discerning drinker,” said Nichola. “As it’s dairy-free, it has all the smoothness of a cream liqueur without the fat and so is a good slimmer’s option.” Nichola and Timmy who worked in WLR Fm and other stations including FM104, decided to create a new drink after a conversation with friends. “We had no prior knowledge of the industry but we saw the need for a non-cream alternative to liqueur for the premium drinks end of the market,” said Nichola. “The only advantage we had was good taste buds. It is a bit of a different direction – from morning radio to spirits but it’s an adventure.”

Presented by the organisers of the National Crafts and Design Fair, in association with Spar and Eurospar, the Festival promises to be Ireland’s first and foremost interactive food expo, with attractions for all the family. “Bite 2015 is aimed at promoting Ireland’s vastly expanding artisan food and craft drinks sector, letting people with an interest in food experience just how much quality that we have in the field to the plate industry,” said festival organiser Patrick O’Sullivan. “We will have Ireland’s tallest chocolate sculpture, the country’s smallest distillery, traditional foods with a contemporary twist, rare breed meats, organic products and much more – a range of quality exhibitors that will provide a full day out to even the most knowledgeable foodie. “Every stand at Bite 2015 will feature quality products with unique stories behind them – encapsulating a rapidly growing industry. Bite 2015 takes place at the RDS Main Hall from November 19-22. Full details and booking can be found at www.bitefoodfestival.ie.

Timmy Ryan and Nichola Beresford of Muldoon’s Irish Whiskey Liqueur who will appear at the first annual Bite Food Festival in Dublin’s RDS from November 19th-22nd.

Stunning offers available during special open weekend at George Corbett Motors

The Duke of Devonshire at Lismore Castle Saturday, 28th November at 7.00 p.m. THE Duke of Devonshire will present an illustrated talk on the gardens and landscape of Chatsworth in Derbyshire with reference to the changes that have occurred from the 1st Duke’s time to the present day. The influence of Lancelot Brown on the extensive Park and Joseph Paxton’s contribution to the built environment and

features both at Chatsworth and Lismore will be explored as well as the collecting habits of several generations of the Duke’s family. Please be sure to book well in advance. €20 pp, booking essential. Paul McAree, Exhibitions and Events Manager, Lismore Castle Arts, Lismore, Co. Waterford. Tel. 058-54061; www.lismorecastlearts.ie

GEORGE Corbett Motors Waterford announced details of a sensational open weekend taking place at its dealership on the Cork Road, Waterford, on the 13th and 14th of November. With Christmas just around the corner, customers at George Corbett Motors who order any new 161 SEAT model during the open weekend on the 13th and 14th November will be rewarded with a €300 Tesco gift card from SEAT Ireland. Further, as part of the same open weekend, any customer who orders a new SEAT Leon FR will receive free full link technology to the value of €150 allowing customers to listen back to social networking feeds making it fully compatible with the most common operating systems. The special, eagerly anticipated open weekend is part of George Corbett Motors overall 161 campaign which includes a series of incredible offers across the all-new 161 range at George Corbett Motors. Until December 18th, customers who order a 161

• €300 Tesco gift card will be rewarded to customers who order any new 161 SEAT only during the open weekend • €30 Tesco gift card for customers who simply test drive any new SEAT at George Corbett Motors up until December 18th • 0% PCP finance on selected Leon and new Ibiza models • 3 Year Warranty and Roadside Assistance as standard • Launch of new Leon 1.2 TSI SE Select and 1.4 TSI FR petrol models • 3 year service plan for only €299 Leon or new Ibiza can avail of 0% PCP finance from Volkswagen Bank, plus a range of other offers such as 3 year servicing for only €299. In addition, customers who test drive any new SEAT during the 161 sales event at George Corbett Motors can avail of a €30 Tesco Gift Card, yet another helping hand with the Christmas shopping. This €30 Tesco gift card from SEAT Ireland can be used in any Tesco store nationwide. What’s more, the new Leon 1.2 TSi SE Select petrol has just been introduced at George Corbett Motors offering 17” alloy wheels, rear parking camera, front and rear LED lights now as standard for just €23,445 with annual road tax only €200.

Another petrol engine addition to the Leon family is the new 1.4 TSi FR producing 125hp now priced from only €25,420 making it far more affordable for customers to buy the desirable FR. Annual road tax is a very reasonable €200 per annum. Speaking about the upcoming open weekend at George Corbett Motors, Niall Phillips, Brand Director at SEAT Ireland commented; “The open weekend at George Corbett Motors is set to be a fantastic event and we would encourage people to get down to George Corbett Motors on the 13th and 14th November and meet George and his excellent team and see for themselves the tremendous offers available. From a SEAT Ireland

point of view, we are thrilled to be in a position to reward customers who order any new 161 SEAT model at George Corbett Motors during the open weekend with a €300 Tesco gift card which will no doubt be of benefit in the run in to Christmas.” The open weekend at George Corbett Motors takes place on the 13th and 14th November at its state of the art dealership on the Cork Road, Waterford. The full 2016 range is now available to test drive and order at George Corbett Motors. For more information on the upcoming open weekend or to book your test drive call 051 857717 or log onto www.gcorbett-motors.com For more information on the full 2016 SEAT range, see www.seat.ie

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Y M Y G L R N I ETT HER EA G “I’M TOGET ACT YEAR” TION A M S R FO S IN THI RE IN R OFFICE OMAS O M FOR ACTH O OU INT KILM CALL ARVAN, Y G DUN RADBALL 8 T 4408 8 OR S 5 0 s on u l l a or c

Pictured (l. to r.): Charlie Kelly (Sligo Live), Laura Beagan (adjudicator), Sarah O'Gorman, winner of the Senior Fiddler of Dooney Competition 2015; Ryan Molloy (adjudicator) and Martin Enright (Chairperson of Sligo CCÉ).

Fiddler of Dooney 2015 SLIABH gCua musician Sarah O’Gorman was announced the winner of the Senior Fiddler of Dooney title in Sligo on October 25th last, arguably the most prestigious fiddle competition in the country, with competitors from Ireland and abroad, carrying a prize of €1,000 and a specially commissioned platter. Even more precious to the musical traditions of her native Sliabh gCua area in general is the fact that she is the first fiddle player from Waterford to have won this title.The

list of previous winners include the likes of Matt Cranitch, Paddy Glacken, Brid Harper and Cathal Hayden. Sarah O’Gorman is a previous winner of the Junior Fiddler of Dooney in 2013 and All-Ireland U18 fiddle champion at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in 2014. She teaches music in her local Comhaltas branch just outside Dungarvan, Co.Waterford, and also at home. She is a gifted musician and we were delighted to have her here with us in Sligo. She has a long musical life ahead of her.

Congratulations to local groups VOTES of congratulations were extended from Comeragh District Council to local sporting / community teams on their recent successes. Portlaw GAA was congrat-

ulated on their win during the recent intermediate hurling final. The Waterford Ladies Football Team were also congratulated on winning the All-Ireland final recently.

Congratulations were also extended to the Tidy Towns Committee of Stradbally, which won silver in the national Tidy Towns competition.

N A V R A G N U D n o i n S U N t i A Cred MAS LO T S I R CH WE LOOK AT THINGS DIFFERENTLY

Miss Orla Queally, daughter of Gary and Majella Queally, Bohadoon, who recently graduated from UCC with a B.Sc. Honours in General Nursing and is currently employed by the Mercy University Hospital, Cork.

Dean Whelan, Shanbally, Cappoquin, who graduated from WIT with a Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Sports Management.

Loans are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply. Dungarvan Credit Union Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

New Dungarvan Town Centre Improvement Scheme 2015 WATERFORD City & County Council are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the Dungarvan Town Centre Improvement Scheme 2015. The Scheme is funded by Waterford City & County Council and is an element of the Dungarvan Town Centre Management Groups presentation strategy. This Scheme is an extension of the 2014 Dungarvan Paint Scheme which as an

initiative contributed towards the visual improvement of Dungarvan town centre. However, this time applications will also be accepted from residential properties and the qualifying works can be other than painting. Mr. Richie Walsh, Head of Enterprise, stated that “Dungarvan has every opportunity of achieving a Gold Medal in national Tidy Towns Competition and we would view this Scheme as part of the

process to help achieve this aim”. Building facades are an important aspect of visual presentation of the town; visitors’ impressions of towns are certainly affected by presentation of shop fronts and residential properties. The Scheme is applicable to Dungarvan Town Centre; as defined in the Development Plan 20122018, the grant will be applicable to commercial

and residential properties within the defined town centre. The Grant will cover 50% of the costs capped at a maximum contribution by the Council of €600.00. For more information you can contact us in Economic Development Offices, Waterford City & County Council, Dungarvan or telephone 0761 102804 or 0761 102169 or to download the form please view www.waterfordcouncil.ie. Francis Power with his bronze medal winning entry at the Sodexo Salon Culinaire.

Good news for Built Heritage in Waterford Dungarvan Chef scoops Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2016 MINISTER for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Heather Humphreys has announced the introduction of the Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2016. The scheme is funded nationally by €2m made available under the Governments Capital Stimulus Programme. This scheme seeks to encourage the leveraging of private capital to invest in a number of small-scale, labour-intensive projects to repair and conserve structures protected under the Planning and Development

Act 2000 (as amended) and in certain cases, for the conservation and enhancement of structures within Architectural Conservation Areas. The objective of the scheme is to assist the owner or occupier of heritage structures to repair and conserve historic structures and to support the employment of skilled and experienced conservation professionals, craft workers and tradespeople. This scheme will be administered by Waterford City and County Council who were allocated

€104,000 under the Scheme. Funding awards made under the scheme will be between €2,500 and €10,000, with applicants matching in full the grants being awarded. Qualifying works include appropriate repair and conservation of historic structures with works that are sympathetic to the character and special interest of the structure and are of a standard that matches the historical detailing, materials and techniques. Works that improve the energy efficiency may also

be funded. These works should contribute to the regeneration and vitality of the city’s and county’s built heritage and act as a stimulus for job creation. Details and application forms for the Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2016 are now available on www.waterfordcouncil.ie Completed application forms and photos of the structures must be submitted by email by 5.00 p.m. on the 7th December, 2015. Successful applicants must have the works completed by 30th September, 2016.

Santa Hats and Glow sticks will be given to children in attendance (while stocks last). Santa will be arriving in vintage style this year so you better watch out! Dungarvan Aglow plans to climax again this year with its renowned illuminations all over town, hanging angels, giant snowmen and reindeer, classy trees and an iconic quayside. A packed and elaborate calendar of events has been put together and will be sure to entice young and old to Dungarvan to enjoy the Christmas lights and all Dungarvan Aglow has to offer. So mark your diary and celebrate Dungarvan Aglow this Christmas!

FROM FRONT PAGE TV chef Derry Clarke was one of the judges at the event and he commented: “The standard is always high and I found the culinary skill shown in the baking and deli classes to be particularly excellent this year”. He was also very impressed with the pride and sense of achievement shown by the staff and their families. “There was a great team spirit on the day,” he added. Margot Slattery, Managing Director, Sodexo Ireland, said: “Congratulations to Francis on his medal wins this year”. “Salon Culinaire is a great opportunity

to showcase staff talent, which is vital for our business,” she said. “It allows us to reach and often exceed client expectations in operating their staff restaurants, and offer food quality and presentation comparable to that found in high street shops, bistros and restaurants.” Sodexo Ireland, part of the global Sodexo Group the world’s largest services company, manages staff restaurants and services that improve the quality of life to clients in business and industry, education, financial and healthcare. It serves 90,000 people daily and now spends €21 million annually on local Irish food.

Solar energy farm planned for West Waterford

Dungarvan Aglow starts 20th November BUILDING on the success of last year’s Dungarvan Aglow, the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber has brought together, Waterford City & County Council, local retailers and Smarter Travel to ensure this year’s Christmas calendar is packed with entertainment, activities and lots more lights to illuminate our town and keep shopping local! This year’s Christmas celebrations will begin on 20th November on Grattan Square with a fancy dress disco, hosted by lots of Disney Characters and some local ones too! Face painting, Christmas carols and fun will be the order of the day from 4.30 p.m. Free

silver and bronze medals

The Battle Re-enactment between Crown forces and the IRA, staged by the Munster Military Vehicles Re-enactment Group as part of "Waterford’s Revolutionary Decade Roadshow" at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [David Clynch]

FROM FRONT PAGE The proposed solar energy farm at Kilcannon is on EirGrid’s most recent proposed distribution connected generators (connection offer disclosure of applications dated 28th September, 2015), reference DG1175 and listed as ‘on hold’. However, the application could cause uproar amongst the rural community, who have spent the last several years fighting large companies over proposals to erect supersized pylons and wind turbines across the landscape. Currently, it is unclear whether there are regulations in the County Development Plan govern-

ing mass-scale solar panels and how close they can be built to dwellings. The proposed application is very close to a local business - Kilcannon House B&B - an award winning establishment, winning a Certificate of Excellence for consistent excellent reviews of their accommodation. The development is also very close to the Finisk River. It is understood that a representative of the company has visited some residents who would be affected by the proposed development. However, there has been some concern expressed by a nearby resident that the solar energy farm could be

the ‘tip of the iceberg’ for similar applications across County Waterford and could affect people living close to the proposed development. Concern was also expressed about the impact such a development would have on the local wildlife. It is understood that Amarenco wants to develop between 20 and 30 solar farm sites across Waterford, Wexford, Cork and Kerry. The company also found a multi-million euro backer - Macquarie Bank an investment bank based in Sydney, Australia, which is willing to invest €180m in the solar energy venture across the south east of Ireland.

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Local Estate Agent’s “Sponsored Slim” for Dungarvan Lions Club Christmas Appeal LOCAL Estate Agent, David Reynolds of Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds in Dungarvan is currently on a “get fit” programme and is endeavouring to lose a minimum of one stone in weight before the 15th December. In doing so he is hoping to raise some funds for the Dungarvan Lions Club Christmas Appeal. David is doing this under the watchful eye of Mark Gough of CrossFit Dungarvan. The programme designed by Mark includes a strict food plan and exercise routine says an eager David who never shies away from a challenge, “I always support the Lions Club in Dungarvan” as they do wonderful work particularly around Christmas. Going back to the early 1980s David ran (or walked!!) the Dublin City Marathon again for the Lions Club. David’s target is one thousand euro and he would welcome your support over the next few weeks by calling to the offices of Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds, Bridge Street, Dungarvan.

THIS WEEK

NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY!

SATURDAY NOVEMBER SATURDAY 14TH14th NOVEMBER

26 Shandon Street, Dungarvan

11.00 – 11.30 €129,000

BER C2 Ormonde Cottage, Ballymacarbry 11.00 – 11.30 €99,000 Clonmel, BER E2 Pictured recently at the launch of his “sponsored slim” campaign for the Dungarvan Lions Club is Mark Gough of CrossFit, Dungarvan; John Harnedy, President Dungarvan Lions Club, and David Reynolds.

farms. “Every day a community is faced with another monstrosity on their doorstep,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “I am delighted to hear the whole EirGrid project has been suspended momentarily. We as Councillors want to be proactive and to have full imput into the wind strategy which is going to be developed,” he said.

“It is the most divisive thing the Comeragh area has faced in the last generation. The city and large towns have their homeless problems, and there is crime in rural areas, but this wind strategy issue needs to be put to bed and the Minister needs to pull up his socks and bring these revised, updated regulations to the public!” Cllr. O’Ryan said.

Abbeyside new self-service Launderette HAVE you recently passed by Tolison’s Top Service Station on Sexton Street, Abbeyside, Dungarvan? The forecourt has brought in a new Revolutionary service to its customers – a self-service launderette. It has a huge 18kg drum that takes duvets, pillows, curtains and weekly loads. It only costs

WHAT’S ON VIEW

NEW AUTUMN/WINTER SCHEDULE

Councillor wants draft CDP brought to Council ASAP A COUNCILLOR has requested that the draft County Development Plan be brought before the members as soon as possible to address the ‘wind strategy’. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan was speaking at the October meeting of Comeragh District Council, noting that there are many planning applications in communities across the county involving wind

€8 for 18kg wash and €4 for 8kg wash and has a big dryer as well. The washing cycle only takes 30 minutes and the Non-Bio detergent is included. Interested? Do your laundry, fill up your tank and you will still have time for a cup of Costa coffee.

Abbeyside new self-service Launderette – Pictured (l. to r.): Patricia Jeanes and Hillery Jeanes, Killongford, Dungarvan, who were first to use the service.

11 Viewmount Drive, Stradbally

12.00 – 12.30 €69,000

BER E1 16 Landsend, Abbeyside, Dungarvan 12.00 – 12.30 €475,000 BER D1 DAVID REYNOLDS Managing Director T: +353 58 23444 M: +353 86 2383179 sherryﬁtzreynold @gmail.com

GERARDINE REYNOLDS Director T: +353 58 23444 M: +353 87 2458848 grsherryﬁtzlettings @gmail.com

SINEAD REYNOLDS Negotiator T: +353 58 23444 M: +353 86 8601860 srsherryﬁtz @gmail.com

CORMAC CURRAN Negotiator T: +353 58 23444 M: +353 86 8601866 ccsherryﬁtz@gmail.com

FOR FURTHER DETAILS CALL 058 23444 SHERRYFITZ.IE

@SHERRY_FITZ

/SHERRYFITZGERALDGROUP

EDITORIAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Changing School Ethos

Effective Policing

WITH the successful completion of the campaign for same sex marriage in this country, the attention of those who campaigned for what was styled an equality issue, now turns to education. Quite correctly, those who are not of the majority Catholic faith, or are of a different faith, or practice no faith at all, are entitled to have their children taught in any statefunded school. That seems sensible and a basic right of any citizen, or indeed resident of this country. Very few people will disagree with that, most of the population acknowledging that access to education is a basic right, one which was denied to our ancestors for several centuries. Currently, 90 of schools are administered by the Catholic Church who, by law, have a right to decide on the religious teaching in their schools. The present campaign suggests that it is not right to exclude children from schools on the basis that they have not been baptised, and in the absence of other schools that could adequately cater for their educational needs, they should be admitted to Catholic schools. Again, few will disagree with this proposition. However, those campaigning for what is styled ‘equality in education’ have a stated aim of removing religion from all schools, a measure which is not likely to gain the approval of a majority of parents. There are not many who believe that removing the twenty or thirty minutes religious teaching from schools and allocating this time to maths, science or languages will enhance either education or the majority culture of this country. Nor, in the opinion of the majority, would it have any beneficial effect on our society. It would simply pander to the wishes of a small minority to the detriment of society at large. That principle of equality seems akin to making everyone

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate in the country financially poor, which would guarantee equality of wealth. While it is true that church attendance continues to fall, the fact remains that many non-practitioners still wish to have a Church wedding, or be seen off this earth with a Church funeral and approve of their children receiving religious instruction in schools. While this may be styled hypocritical, it is no less their right than that of people who do not wish to have their children receive religious instruction at all. While the vast majority of Irish people would not like to model themselves on some of those extremist countries which insist on imposing their discriminatory mores, traditions and beliefs on their visitors or immigrants, the fact remains that the overwhelming majority of any country are entitled to set the culture of their society, so long as it does not impact negatively on dissenters. Every reasonable belief should be accommodated, but not at the expense of majority beliefs and religious rights hard won over centuries. The Government now propose a ‘Religion, Beliefs and Ethics programme as part of the school curriculum, which may well have to be taught in what is presently time allocated to religious instruction. The eminent Professor Conway of Mary Immaculate Primary Teacher Training College vehemently disagrees with the new proposals. He has questioned why "a faithbased school would be required to offer what is essentially a secularist understanding of religious faith". He said its introduction would "undoubtedly adversely affect religious instruction and a faith-based school's characteristic ethos". This may or may not be the aim of the Government, but undoubtedly it will have that effect.

WHILE the number of serving Gardai has fallen during the years of austerity, the Garda Training College effectively closed for those years also and a high level of retirements from the force, the Gardai have still continued to provide the best service possible under difficult circumstances, achieving considerable success. While many of those who hung up their blue uniform during that time were experienced high level officers, the lower ranks were also deprived of a wealth of professional knowledge and local intelligence, the kind which can only be accumulated over a long period of time. The public must also take into account that of the 13,000 or so serving Gardai, a thousand at any given time are not available for duty. This has to take into account factors such as annual leave, sick leave, injury through the course of duty, specialist training and a number of other legitimate factors. Against this background, the Gardai have done well to contain the various threats and to maintain the constant battle against crime with a high degree of success. Sadly, this has taken its toll in the lives of serving Gardai with the brutal murder of two members of the force in the last three years and 88 since the foundation of the force. Numerous others suffered serious injury in maintaining a protective cordon around our society. The crime that many people fear most is that of burglary, particularly when they are at home during the commission of the crime. Burglary has flourished in this country since the arrival of the motorways which facilitate quick escape and the ability to operate a hundred and more miles away from home. However, this crime is currently being targeted for special measures through ‘Operation Safeguard’ and positive results are already beginning to emerge. Figures given to the most recent meeting of the Waterford Joint Policing Committee indicate that there is a higher incidence of burglary crime being detected in this area than nationwide, but unfortunately that still hovers around 20 . The co-operation of the public is vital if the Gardai are to reduce the crime rate and anyone with suspicions or information about crime should communicate with the Gardai. They will get an appreciative and co-operative welcome. It has always been held that the best form of policing is by the public being alert and if everyone co-operated in this fashion,

crime statistics would have a far better complexion.

Reg. in GPO as a Newspaper • Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford • 058-41205/42042 • www.dungarvanobserver.ie • news@dungarvanobserver.ie

Murphy’s Bar to open this Friday! THIS coming Friday will see the greatly anticipated official opening of Murphy’s Bar and Waves Nightclub at Davitts Quay, Dungarvan. Over the past six months extensive refurbishment work has been going on, to turn the premises into one of the most trendiest pub / plush nightclub venues to hit Dungarvan and the West Waterford area in a long number of years. TOP CLASS VENUE The top class venue boasts a high quality finish and standard that can compete with any of the citybased nightclubs - a bold statement backed by the fact that the design of the premises was carried out by Martin Wade, of Glass Design Global, who carried out designs in well-known establishments around the country, including Copper Face Jacks in Dublin. MEET AND GREET THIS FRIDAY Murphy’s will open with a bang this Friday at 8.00 p.m., with plenty of live music, as well as a ‘meet and greet’ with some local personalities and stars from the sporting world. All are very welcome to attend and enjoy a relaxed social hub for great

A relaxed social hub for delicious food, top music and great atmosphere

Above: Murphy’s of Dungarvan and Waves Nightclub at Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan. food, top music and great atmosphere. FOOD Food will be served in Murphy’s Bar from Saturday, 14th November, with a lunch menu, including daily lunch specials, and an A La Carte menu, carefully crafted by Head Chef Breda O’Connor, who has over 25 years experience in the catering industry and wide-ranging knowledge in the culinary art.

BOOST TO LOCAL ECONOMY The refurbishment and opening of Murphys Bar and Waves Nightclub has given a significant boost to the local economy through job creation - during the six months of renovation work and employing up to 40 staff from the area (parttime and full-time). A large number of staff members are students. It is great to see students gain-

ing part-time employment while in college. Murphy’s Bar and Waves Nightclub is owned by local couple, John and Alice Murphy, who are delighted to open their new business in town and help the local economy through such a venture. General Manager, Pat Power, has over 30 years of experience in the bar trade / catering industry and has worked in some well-know

establishments, such as The Reginald in Waterford,The Carrig in Carrick-on-Suir, Langtons in Kilkenny, and Anthony’s Inn, Piltown. NIGHTCLUB Waves Nightclub will be open from 11.00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays with top guest DJs and live acts. There is a new full lighting and sound system, with top of the range equipment that can be used by local and international DJs alike.

As well as the bar in Murphy’s, there is also a main bar on the groundfloor of the nightclub, while on the second level, there is a cocktail bar, a Smirnoff bar, and the ‘White Bar’, which is located in the VIP section. The VIP area can be reserved for intimate parties and private functions, such as corporate events, birthday celebrations, anniversaries, Christmas parties,

hen/stag parties, etc., with fantastic packages that include finger food and nightclub entrance. The enclosed heated terrace provides stunning views of the Comeragh Mountains, the River Colligan and Dungarvan Harbour. Find Waves Nightclub on Snapchat. Waves Nightclub is also on Facebook and Instagram.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

ADVERTISEMENTS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

O C Thanksgiving MIRACLE PRAYER TO THE SACRED HEART – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. (Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication, and favour will be granted). Never known to fail. M. A PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) – O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me therein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee (3 times). Holy

Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Holy Spirit you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from You in eternal glory. Thank You for Your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer three consecutive days. After three days the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favour is granted. M. MIRACLE PRAYER TO THE SACRED HEART – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication. Prayer and favour will be granted, no matter how impossible. Never known to fail. K.B.

Dungarvan Observer

O Situations Vacant C

CHILDMINDER REQUIRED – To mind four children in Old Parish area. Four days per week. Must have own car as school runs and extra curricular activities required. To commence in New Year. Non-smoker. Contact: Louise on (087) 1259174 or email lou1seuit@gmail.com (20-11)

BUS ESCORT Required for School Year 2015/2016 AT ST. JOHN’S SPECIAL SCHOOL, DUNGARVAN, CO. WATERFORD Roll No: 19282R Route 643 – Dungarvan to Kilmacthomas Applications with C.V. and references to: The Chairperson of the Board of Management of the School no later than Friday, November 20th, 2015. Envelope should be marked “Application” Enclose a SAE for return of documents

O C Novena A PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) – O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me therein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee (3 times). Holy Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Holy Spirit you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from You in eternal glory. Thank You for Your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer three consecutive days. After three days the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favour is granted. A.K.

Acknowledgement

† MARY KATE CROWLEY (nee McKeon) Ballydwan, Stradbally, Co. Waterford Died on 1st December, 2014 As we approach Mary Kate’s 1st Anniversary, Rita, Tadgh, Ann, Michael and her sister Rita Kavanagh, along with our extended families, would like to express our gratitude to all who supported us during this time. We wish to thank all those who attended the funeral, sent Mass cards and messages of sympathy. A special word of appreciation to Mam’s dedicated Home Care team, especially Gwen and Jenny, and to her very kind and supportive neighbours and friends. Many thanks also to Dr. McElduff; to the management and staff at CareChoice, Dungarvan; also to Fr. Condon for his support and kind words which were truly appreciated; to Sr. Eileen and to Drohan Funeral Undertakers. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a sincere expression of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Mary Kate’s 1st Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Ballylaneen Church on Friday, 27th November next, at 7.30 p.m.

O C

Bridge

CUNNIGAR BRIDGE CLUB (4/11/2015) – 1st Mary Mitchell & Delia Smith; 2nd Ella Whelan & Aida O’Neill; 3rd Walter Murphy & Eithne Keevers; 4th Cait Christopher & Margaret Foley; 5th Aine Veale & Angela Freyne. HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB (5/11/2015) – 1st Ann M. Fitzgerald & Lorraine Vart; 2nd Mai Mernin & Angela Freyne; 3rd Margaret Foley & Nuala Condon; 4th June James & Maureen Ryan; 5th Ann Fitzgerald & Margaret Moloney. KILMACTHOMAS BRIDGE CLUB (4/11/2015) – 1st Claire

Cummins & Brenda Cummins; 2nd Ann Murphy & Mary Cummins; 3rd Mary Prendergast & Anne Marie Brown; 4th Anna Harney & Maeve Coghlan; 5th Margaret Flynn & Mary A. Coffey.

& Maeve Carthy; 3rd Ann Fitzgerald & Ina H. Considine; 4th Helen McCarthy & Andrew McGrath; 5th Helen Russell & Teresa Doocey. Section 2: 1st Mary Fenton & Kate McNamara; 2nd Anne Moran & Ann McGrath; 3rd Kolette Enright & Moira Ormond; 4th Maeve Coughlan & Mary Casey; 5th Kathleen Deasy & Kay Barry.

AFFANE BRIDGE CLUB (26/10/2015) – 1st Margaret Clancy & Mary Navin; 2nd Pat Murphy & Claire Meaney; Joint 3rd Andrew McGrath & Helen McGrath, Maureen Morrissey & Laboure Cliffe.

DEISE BRIDGE CLUB (Charity Night) – Section 1: 1st Justin Spratt & Ann Heffernan; 2nd Kay Kirwan & Betty Prendergast, Colin

SECTION 10 OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1960, SECTION 81 OF THE HOUSING ACT 1966 NOTICE OF THE MAKING OF A VESTING ORDER No. 2 (2015) NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN that Waterford City & County Council (hereinafter called “the Council”) has pursuant to the powers vested in it by Section 80 of the Housing Act, 1966,as applied by Section 10 of the Local Government (No.2) Act 1960 (as substituted by Section 86 of the Housing Act 1966) on the 6th day of November 2015 made a Vesting Order whereby the lands specified in the Schedule hereto will on the 11th day of December 2015 VEST in the Council in fee simple free from encumbrances and all estate rights titles and interests of whatsoever kind. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that a map of the said lands and a copy of the said Vesting Order have been deposited in the Offices of the Council and may be seen between 9.30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m., Monday to Friday at: Customer Services Dept, Baileys New Street, Waterford and at the Customer Services Dept, Civic Offices, Dungarvan. SCHEDULE Land other than land consisting of a house or houses unfit for human habitation and not capable of being rendered fit for human habitation at reasonable expense. The land included in the Schedule is situated in the functional area of Waterford City & County Council. Area Plot Ref. No. Deposited at the Offices of the Council

Townland

Electoral District Division

Description

Owners or Reputed Owners

Lessees or Reputed Lessees

Occupiers

Hectare 134a

0.041

Kilgrovan

Clonea DED

Road

Personal Reps of Patrick Joseph Gordon, Kilgrovan

None

Waterford City & County Council

134b (Rev 1)

0.0814

Kilgrovan

Clonea DED

Land

Personal Reps of Patrick Joseph Gordon, Kilgrovan

None

Owner

Dated this 6th day of November, 2015 Michael Walsh Chief Executive, Waterford City & County Council

NEWS

32 & 33

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Visit of Education Minister to schools in County Waterford

Scoil Garbhain – Leac Práise in onóir na hócáide á nochtadh ag an Aire, Jan O’Sullivan, mar aon le Ciara Conway, T.D., agus Silvia Uí Sheanlaoich, Príomh Oide. [Karen Dempsey]

EDUCATION Minister Jan O’Sullivan had a busy day in County Waterford last Thursday visiting a number of schools accompanied by local Labour T.D. Deputy Ciara Conway. BUNSCOIL GLEANN SIDHEÁIN, CAPPOQUIN A jam-packed day of engagements began in Cappoquin at Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin where the Minister turned the sod on the new Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) unit which has received funding from the Department of Education. The new Principal in Cappoquin, Brid Duggan along with the Board of Management was delighted to welcome Minister O’Sullivan, Ciara Conway and local Cllr. John Pratt into the school for the happy event. Minister O’Sullivan was delighted to meet the pupils and parents and received a presentation of a school booklet, a hamper of local produce and a beautiful floral bouquet. Minister O’Sullivan made history by being the first Education Minister to pay a visit to the primary school in Cappoquin. ST. JOHN’S SPECIAL SCHOOL, DUNGARVAN Local dignitaries, including Most Reverend Bishop Alphonsus Cullinane and

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Leas-Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan-Lismore District Council, were on hand to welcome Minister O’Sullivan to the official opening of the extension of St John’s Special School in Dungarvan. Principal Helen Forde has arranged a special treat in the form of the Déise Brass Band which went down a storm with pupils and the Minister alike as she told the band afterwards that she is “ a huge fan of jazz”. Minister O’Sullivan, Deputy Conway and Cllr. Pratt toured the school and viewed the new sensory room, classrooms and physio area for students. The Minister was presented with a beautiful artistic work made by one of the many talent students attending St. John’s. ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL, DUNGARVAN Minister O’Sullivan and Deputy Conway paid a courtesy visit to meet with Principal Fiona Fitzgerald and staff and students at St. Mary’s Primary School which recently celebrated 25 years with the opening of a new preschool ASD unit. SCOIL GHARBHÁIN, ABBEYSIDE Príomhaide Silvia Uí Sheanlaoich was the next to extend the ‘Céad Míle Fáilte’ to Minister O’Sullivan, at Scoil Gharbháin in

Duckspool, Abbeyside. The pupils lined out beautifully in the main hall and there were screams of delight as the t-Aire announced that there would be no homework that evening. The Minister unveiled a plaque, was presented with Crystal and beautiful hamper of local produce from Dungarvan and was delighted to answer céisteanna as gaeilge from the assembled páistí. KILMACTHOMAS Minister O’Sullivan made history by being the first Minister for Education to visit a school in Kilmacthomas and received a resoundingly warm musical welcome as the talented pupils played and sang to welcome the Minister in sunshine as the skies cleared. Principal Sheila Creed and her staff and Board of Management were delighted to show Minister O’Sullivan the building work that is currently underway after the school was approved for funding under the pre-fab replacement scheme. The Minister, who hails from Clare, was delighted to receive a Waterford Flag along with a beautiful picture of the Kilmac’ aqueduct. Addressing the pupils in the unseasonable sunshine the Education Minister praised

At the Official Opening of the new extension at St. John’s School, Dungarvan, were Jan O'Sullivan, Minsiter for Education; Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, Dean Paul Draper, Canon Ryan, Ciara Conway, TD; Helen Forde, School Principal, and Anna Kirwan, Chairperson Board of Management. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

them all and said they had done their “school and their parents proud” whilst remarking on the natural beauty of Kilmacthomas. “You’re very lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world, and I hope that you’ll enjoy introducing Kilmacthomas with all the visitors who will be coming here next year when the Déise Greenway opens – and of course you’ll be in your new classrooms by then too,” added Minister O’Sullivan. Speaking after the Ministerial visit, host T.D. Ciara Conway was full of praise for the pupils, teachers and parents they had met in each of the schools, saying: “Minister O’Sullivan was very impressed by the wonderful students and by the warm Waterford welcome!” “I was delighted to be able to bring her to places like Cappoquin and Kilmacthomas in particular, as these are places that haven’t often had a visit from the Minister for Education,” said Deputy Conway. “It was great to be able to see the money that was hard-fought for in the Education budget being put to such good use in schools across Waterford, and I’d like to thank the Minister for taking the time to come and see us – and thank you to the schools for making it a special day,” Deputy Conway added.

Paddy Moore presenting a clock to the Minister for Education Jan O'Sullivan at the Official Opening of the new extension at St. John’s School, Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Staff of Kilmacthomas Primary School with Ger Barron, Minister Jan O'Sullivan and TD Ciara Conway.

Minister Jan O'Sullivan and TD Ciara Conway pictured with pupils, members of staff and board of management during the Minister’s visit to St. Mary’s Primary School, Dungarvan.

Aoileana Ni Bheaglaoi cuts the tape with help from Sinead Wall at the Official Opening of the new extension at St. John’s School, Dungarvan. Included are Jan O'Sullivan, Minsiter for Education; Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, Dean Paul Draper, Damien Geoghegan, Deputy Chairperson Dungarvan & Lismore District; Ciara Conway, TD; Helen Forde, School Principal; Anna Kirwan, Chairperson Board of [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Management; Cllr. John Pratt and Cllr. Declan Doocey.

Minister for Education Jan O'Sullivan unveils a plaque at the Official Opening of the new extension at St. John’s School, Dungarvan. Included are Ciara Conway, TD, and Aoileana Ni Bheaglaoi. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Minister's visit to Bunscoil Gleann Sidheain, Cappoquin: Jan O'Sullivan, Minister for Education, turns the first sod on the site to accommodate the new ASD unit at Bunscoil Gleann Sidheain. Included in the photo are Ciara Conway, TD; Mrs. Brid Duggan, School Principal; Denis McCarthy, Board of Management Chairman; Fr. Arthure, Eilish Curran, Board of Management, and Pat Murphy, parent. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Minister for Education visits Cappoquin Primary School SOME occasions on the annual school calendar become firmly etched into its history. The recent visit of Minister Jan O’Sullivan to Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin is one such occasion. Thursday, 5th November, dawned dull and grey. Notwithstanding the inclement weather, the interior of Bunscoil Gleann Sidheain was ablaze with colour. The walls of the hall and corridor were adorned with a wide variety of the children’s art and project work, an air of anticipation was palpable. The students were assembled in the school hall looking spruce and smart in their uniforms. Promptly, the group of dignitaries entered the hall, escorted by the pupils of 6th class, and made their way to the stage. Musical accompaniment was provided by Ms. Keating and Aoibhinn O’Rourke, 5th Class pupil. When everyone was seated, Mrs. Duggan, school principal, opened proceedings by welcoming the Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O’Sullivan to our school. She noted that this visit was very significant because it was the first official visit of a Minister for Education to A Primary School in Cappoquin. The Minister was presented with a number of gifts to mark her visit. They included a bouquet of flowers, a hamper of local pro-

duce and a resumé of the school’s activities in booklet form. Minister O’Sullivan addressed the audience. She complimented the children on their art and project work and said that she was delighted to have the opportunity to visit such a ‘fantastic’ school. She urged the children to keep up their good work. Next, Mr. Denis McCarthy, chairperson of the Board of Management,

thanked the Minister for coming, he noted her commitment to further improving education, referring in particular to the forthcoming extension which has been sanctioned for the school and which will house the ASD unit. Following a photoshoot, Minister O’Sullivan unveiled a plaque, mounted in the main school hall, in memory of her visit. She called in to meet the children in the Junior Infant and Senior

Infant classes, walked along the main school corridor and inspected the site designated to accommodate the ASD unit. Finally, it must be said that Minister O’Sullivan gained a special place in the hearts of all the children when she announced that Thursday was to be a homework-free day. Yes, Thursday, 5th November, 2015, was a morning we shall not forget!

Minister's visit to Bunscoil Gleann Sidheain, Cappoquin: Minister Jan O'Sullivan and Mrs. Brid Duggan, School Principal, are pictured at the plaque which was unveiled to mark the first official visit of a [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Minister for Education to a Primary School in Cappoquin.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan. Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 8.00 p.m. Helpline: 1890 303 302. You are not alone! (ind.)

ISPCC recruiting volunteers ISPCC Waterford is currently recruiting volunteers for its Childline Service. Childline is a listening support service for children and young people under 18 years of age and has been operating in Ireland for 26 years. If you believe in a child's right to have their voice heard and are a good, non-judgemental listener, then volunteering with Childline could be for you! Full training will be provided. If you are able to commit to a 4-hour weekly shift and are interested in joining a dedicated group of volunteers, come along to one of our group information meetings in the ISPCC Waterford office on: Monday, 23rd November, or Wednesday, 9th December, at 6.30 p.m. For further details or to book a place, please contact Emma at EMaher@ispcc.ie or Tel. 051- 595895.

Saturday Club Entertainment INVITATION – 14th November, 2015. Alzheimer Society Saturday Club entertainment with Ger & Patsy (music and song) in the Deise Day Care Centre, Mitchell Street, Dungarvan, 2–4 p.m. Light refreshments provided. For further information please phone: 086 8362619.

Parish Community Alert A MEETING of the Parish Community Alert in relation to Aglish, Villierstown, Mount Stuart and Ballinameela will take place in Aglish Community Centre on Thursday, 19th November, 2015, at 8.00 p.m. We are asking that each home try to send a representative to this meeting. There will be a number of guest speakers and representatives at this meeting and it is you, the householders, that will help make a difference to clamping down on anti-social behaviour in our community.

Noted UCC author remembers Dunmore in History Society’s November Lecture BARONY of Gaultier Historical Society’s November Lecture takes place in the Ocean Hotel on Thursday, 12th November at 8.00 p.m. In this talk, Eibhear Walshe will talk about Dunmore from the perspective of his memoir, Cissie’s Abattoir, where he recalled his childhood visits there in the 1960s and the life story of his late father, John, who was a native of Dunmore. Eibhear will discuss the importance of place within his writings and particularly the time spent there by his beloved grandmother, the Cissie of the title, and his delight in her company and her love of Dunmore and will read relevant extracts from the memoir. Eibhear Walshe was born in Waterford, studied in Dublin, and now lives in Cork, where he lectures in the School of English at University College Cork. He has published in the area of memoir, literary criticism and biography, and his books include Kate O’Brien: A Writing Life, (2006), Oscar’s Shadow :Wilde and Ireland, (2012), and A Different Story: The Writings of Colm Tóibín (2013). His childhood memoir, Cissie’s Abattoir (2009) was published by Collins Press and broadcast on RTE’s Book on One. His novel,The Diary of MaryTravers was published in 2014 by Somerville Press, to critical acclaim and was shortlisted for the Kerry Fiction Award in 2015, called "Impressive and strangely affecting......remarkable" by the Irish Times and "A delight" by the Irish Independent.

Pupils from Knockmahon N.S. enjoying Hallowe’en 2015.

Bonmahon NEWS FROM KNOCKMAHON N.S. Congratulations to Kitty & Eoghan Bolger and Sadbh McConnell who celebrated their birthdays recently. All had a brilliant Hallowe’en break - it was great to see so many out on Hallowe’en night on the "omlish". A BIG THANK YOU to all who are supporting us in the Bonmahon Community Lotto and if the jackpot is not won there is a treat in store for the lucky winners of match 3/lucky dip on the run up to Christmas €1,000 will be paid out from the jackpot fund every 2nd week up to Christmas - next draw is 12th

November. GOOD LUCK TO ALL. BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY LOTTO Our jackpot was €10,000 last week.We had no online winners with numbers drawn 9, 15, 19 and 20. Congratulations to our lucky dip winners Nicky Hayes, Sarah Daly, Marie Cox and Ann Mooney who each receive €25. This week, we play for a jackpot of €9,000. If it’s not won, we will give one lucky match 3 winner €1,000 or else a quick pick for 4 who will win €250 each. Good luck everybody! WORDS RE-BORN Thank you to the many

WORDS participants on Wednesday last for making it another special and memorable evening. The diversity was once again outstanding – all ages, all types of media, WORDS in any form imaginable – we are looking forward to our next one. WORDS takes place every first Wednesday of the month in The Art Hand, Bonmahon. Admission is €5 which includes refreshments. KILL COMMUNITY ALERT Kill Action Group are delighted to be involved as facilitators for the newly established Community Alert texting scheme. If you would like to be included in

the Kill Community Alert Group which gives information about safety, criminal activity and dangers around our area by text message and encourages everybody to play their part in alerting the Gardai of suspicious behaviour, please pick up a registration form at Happy Days Shop or Kill Community Centre, complete and return. BONMAHON VEHICLE RUN Our Vehicle Run has been re-scheduled for this Sunday 15th November with registration taking place from 11.30am.This by now traditional event promises to be a great day out with all proceeds bene-

fitting the Bonmahon Lifeboat and Inshore rescue and Bonmahon Tidy Towns. All vehicles are welcome. Refreshments served. For further information, please contact Gillian on 086-3866 380. SWAN LODGE CLASSIC AND VINTAGE CLUB AGM The Swan Lodge Classic & Vintage Club are holding their AGM on Tuesday night, 24th November at 9.00 p.m. in the Kill GAA club house. All members please attend, membership fee due on the night. Contact Quan Butler on 087-2525327.

Ballymacarbry Free Visual ICA ICA Cookery classes for 16th November and 23rd November have been cancelled. These classes will now be held on Tuesday, 24th November at 7.30 p.m. and also Tuesday, 1st December at 7.30 p.m. COMMUNITY ALERT Annual General Meeting for the Community Alert will be held on Thursday, 3rd December. All are welcome. As a reminder, with the dark winter evenings, there is a 20% rise in burglaries. Please leave your household lights on timers, simple plug timers are effective, if you have a radio use a plug in timer to activate it. • Give an impression someone is home at all times day and night. • Never leave keys “hid-

den” outside under mats or flower pots. • Always lock external doors/windows, when away from home, no matter how short a time. • Never leave vehicles unlocked/windows down. Also, at this time of year we advise people out walking to please wear a high visibility vest. Ballymacarbry Garda Number: 087-9803521 Dungarvan Garda Station: 058-46800 Remember, if you wish to report serious crime in progress, do not hesitate to call 999 or (112 from mobile phone) Thank you to everyone involved in Community Alert for your continued support. ANNUAL SALE OF WORK Ballymacarbry Community Centre’s

Annual Sale of Work will be held on Sunday, 6th December. Lots of activities and fun for the whole family. Sale of Work, Wheel of Fortune, Bric-a-Brac, Auction, Cake Sale and Raffle on the day. Plus a visit from Santa. Refreshments will be available. More details to follow. CHARITY CEILI There will be a Charity Ceili being held in Ballymacarbry Community Centre on Sunday, 22nd November at 3.00 p.m. Music will be by Danny Webster. Cost of entry is €10 per person. This Charity is to raise funds for Activities for the Visually Impaired Children. There will be a raffle with lots of spot prizes and also refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Helen at 086-8541081.

Artists Café event ARTLINKS in partnership with VAI are pleased to hold a free Visual Artists Café event on Wednesday, 25th November, 2015, from 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. in VISUAL, Carlow as part of a day long seminar on Models of Exhibition Programming by VISUAL Centre for Contemporary Art. ArtLinks is a partnership between the Local Authority Arts Offices of Carlow, Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford and supported by the Arts Council. This VAI & Artlinks Café will involve a series of short presentations by eight selected artists, two from each of the Artlinks counties who received Artlinks bursaries in 2015. This is an opportunity for Artlinks artists to present and share their work with peers and curators. Presentations will be roughly 15 minutes each including Q&A. The Visual Artists Café is part of an ongoing initiative by VAI to foster artists networks, connections amongst artistic peers and other fine art professionals. Artists presenting include, Alan Counihan & Pauline O'Connell, Kilkenny. Rosalind Murray & Liam O’Neill, Carlow. Sarah Lincoln & Blanwin Clancy,Waterford. David Begley & Hanneke Van Ryswyk, Wexford. Join us for this day of artist’s talks, discussions and networking in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. This is a FREE EVENT but pre registration is required by contacting monica@visualartists.ie / 01 682 9488 or VISUAL on 059 9172400.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Kill THE PICTURES ARE BACK! We are delighted to launch our monthly film nights at The Gealach Gorm Theatre this Wednesday, 11th November at 7.30 p.m. with a special showing of the 1987 feature film “The Dead”. The film was directed by John Huston, starring his daughter Anjelica Huston. The Dead was the last film that Huston directed, and it was released posthumously. It was adapted from the short story "The Dead" by James Joyce (from his short works collection Dubliners), and nominated for an Academy Award for Writing Adapted Screenplay. It was also nominated for an Academy Award for Costume Design. The film takes place in Dublin in 1904 at an Epiphany party held by two elderly sisters. The story focuses attention on the academic Gabriel Conroy (Donal McCann) and his discovery of his wife Gretta's (Anjelica Huston) memory of a deceased lover. Tickets can be prebooked by calling 0868569358, are €7 and include refreshments. Date for your diary: Coming soon to the Gealach Gorm Theatre: Variety Nights will be held on 5th and 6th December to celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Gealach Gorm Theatre. We are delighted to announce that all proceeds of these popular nights will benefit Nadine’s Cancer Battle Trust. MICHAEL POWER MEMORIAL SWIM LAUNCH Thank you to each and everyone who supported this year’s swim launch on Friday last – sponsorship cards are now available from any member of the committees of the Michael Power

Memorial Swim and the Irish Red Cross Portlaw. An online facility for donations will also be launched shortly. Watch this space for further details. Thank you. KILL ACTION GROUP COMMUNITY ALERT Thank you to all who attended the information meeting about the community alert texting scheme, in particular Kill Community Centre for facilitating and initiating this service, Sgt. Alan Kissane and representatives of the Portlaw Community Alert Scheme. Kill Action Group are currently working on setting up the text alert service. If you would like to receive texts alerting you to suspicious activities, general safety and potential dangers in the area, please pick up a registration form in Kill Community Centre or Happy Days Shop and return completed. More information to follow. In the meantime, if you have any queries, please contact us on 087-4133522. Kill Action Group meets again on Tuesday, 17th November at 7.00 p.m. to discuss the alert scheme as well as other projects in progress. KILL NATIONAL SCHOOL A very big thank you from all the pupils, teachers and parents at Kill National School for all the support you have given us in our recent Sponsored Walk which raised a whopping €2,300. Luckily, it was a fine morning and the children all looked fantastic in their Hallowe’en costumes, joined by parents who were a fantastic help on the day. On the same day we had our clothes, rags, etc. collection which amassed 1,050kg of unwanted items, saved from landfill, to be used and

Bingo in Kill Community Centre THE time has finally come...join us for the launch of our Bingo Nights this Thursday, 12th November in Kill Community Centre. Eyes down at 8.00 p.m. sharp, so come early to get your books – books are just €5 each with refreshments served at break time. Our raffle boasts a fantastic range of prizes – a huge thank you to all who so generously donated spot prizes! A tuck shop will also be available on the night. Extra games and a jackpot round are included in the night also – don’t miss our very first one! This promises to be a great night out for all the family.

reused by the Friends of Calcutta charity. We were overwhelmed by the amount of bags that arrived and a very special thank you to the couple who travelled especially from Waterford City with their bags – your de-cluttering has helped us raise another incredible €420 - this is basically money for nothing, so please keep us in mind when you are having a clear-out. Another collection will be held at the start of February but if you can’t hold on till then, call Grace at 086-3289212. These funds raised help the Parents Association assist the school in many ways including keeping the costs of swimming lessons and school tours to a minimum. Again, thank you, thank you, thank you. KILBEG PUBLICATION IMMINENT ‘Kilbeg Creamery Memories’, a publication covering eight decades of farming and social history associated with the former Kilmeaden Co-op / Waterford Foods branch, will be launched by Martin Kennedy in the coming weeks. Last May marked 80 years since the opening of the auxiliary, which closed in 2004. Featuring photographs and context from those changing times, the fullcolour souvenir recalls the contribution made to the local community by the creamery’s suppliers, staff and many other acquaintances. Collectively, they made the Kilbeg milk intake and supplies store a hub of daily activity and interaction - a place of work and friendship which spanned several eras of the dairy industry, not to mention various groundbreaking developments within rural Ireland. With the date of the launch in Kirwan’s Bar, Kill to be confirmed, all will be most welcome for what should be a night filled with nostalgia. HAPPY DAYS As the evenings are drawing in earlier, our village shop now closes at 7.00 p.m. on Monday to Saturday and at 6.00 p.m. on Sundays. Please take note of the new closing times. SWAN LODGE CLASSIC AND VINTAGE CLUB AGM The Swan Lodge Classic & Vintage Club are holding their AGM on Tuesday night, 24th November at 9.00 p.m. in the Kill GAA club house. All members please attend, membership fee due on the night. Contact Quan Butler on 087-2525327.

The Dream Scene - Con O'Sullivan, Grace O'Sullivan (Mona), Liam Ryan, Pat Power, Louise Bradley, Joe Kelly, Des Feeney.

Dungarvan Dramatic Club ‘THE Grocer’s Assistant’ is moving into The Town Hall Theatre and his ‘Crucial Week’ is nearly upon us!! Stage flats, doors, windows, drills, hammers, saws, paint pots, even the odd bicycle or two have been moved into The Town Hall as Dungarvan Dramatic Club take up residence for its upcoming production of “A Crucial Week in the Life of a Grocer’s Assistant”, opening on Wednesday, November 18th. Of course, the Town Hall is like home to the DDC as it is the location where the Club was founded 74 years ago! The cast may have been busy perfecting lines, moves and characterisations but now it’s also time for the production team to gear up for opening night. Props have been sourced, costumes have been gathered, the stage has been built and painted, lights have been installed and sound effects have been tested. The front of house team has even been practicing making a few cups of tea during rehearsals! Not long to go now until Tom Murphy’s play about life in rural Ireland of 1950’s takes to the stage. Among the cast of 13, we

have three new comers who will be treading the boards with DDC for the first time. A warm welcome to Dave Mansfield, Liam Ryan and Grace O’Sullivan. Dave Mansfield plays the part of Alec Brady, a character who is not adverse to passing comment on the happenings in the village! Dave started his acting career with Brideview Players and has also appeared in classic Irish plays such as The Weir and The Field with Aisteoiri an tSean-Phobail. Liam Ryan has also been appearing on stage in a variety of English and Irish plays with Aisteoiri an tSean-Phobail. His last appearance on stage was in the part of Neelus Conlee in Sharon’s Grave, two years ago. In ‘A Crucial Week’ Liam plays the part of John Joe Moran, the ‘grocer’s assistant’ who is pulled between his dependence on his mother and his confusion

about whether to stay at home or to emigrate. Grace O’Sullivan plays the part of Mona, John Joe’s love interest! In her real life, Grace works as a news and sports journalist for Beat FM. She got plenty of experience on stage in Secondary school, appearing in several pantos. As far back as Primary school, she appeared as Shepherd No 3 in 2nd class but progressed on to playing Our Lady in 4th class!

It’s great to have new members in the Club and we hope Dave, Liam and Grace enjoy the week on stage after all their hard work. So make sure to get along to The Wine Buff in Grattan Square or Kelly’s Pharmacy in Abbeyside to pick up your tickets for this very funny, brilliant and thought provoking play. Pick a night – November 18th to 21st – and treat yourself to a great night’s entertainment. When “A Crucial Week” first opened in the Abbey Theatre in 1969, it “set the whole city talking”, so don’t miss out on the talk of the town next week!

Dave Mansfield (Alec Brady) and Liam Ryan (John Joe Moran).

Ballyduff Upper ST. MICHAEL’S N.S. PARENTS ASSOCIATION, BALLYDUFF UPPER Used Clothes / Mobile Phone Collection: Our next Clothes Collection will take place on Friday, 13th November at 9.30 a.m. outside the Sports Hall. We have changed our collection company so now “Any USED/REWEARABLE clothes, paired shoes, belts, handbags, curtains, towels, bed-linen, soft toys and mobile phones/laptops (kept separate)” are accepted. If anybody needs help with getting clothes collected, please call Máiréad Considine (086-6097906) or Colette Martin (087-8515617). This is a great fundraiser for the school and we ask for your continued support. ST. MICHAEL’S HALL BALLYDUFF UPPER, CARD RESULTS 4/11/’15 - 1st Hugh Geary & Paddy Duffy; 2nd Pat O’Connor & Helen Morrissey.

Lucky Tables: Delia Cashell and Pat O’Connor, Stephen Cunningham and Nellie Devine; Mary Fitzgerald & Joan Hannon;Viv Uniacke & Phil Duffy Raffle: Nellie Devine x 2, John Conway, Pat O’Connor, Christy Higgins, Peg Murray, Sheila Lonergan, Hugh Collins, Hugh Geary and Helen Morrissey. COOKERY DEMONSTRATION Cookery demonstration in aid of St. Michael’s National School, Ballyduff Upper, on Saturday, 9th January, 2016. The Parents’ Association will hold a cookery demonstration as our main fundraiser for this school year. Beth-Ann Smith of Lismore Food Company and Head Chef at Lismore Castle is our chef on the night. Tickets cost €20 and are on sale from all committee members. Cheese and wine reception and brilliant raffle prizes on the night. It will take place at Saint Michael’s Community Hall at 7.30 p.m.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Ballyduff Community Council November Monthly Meeting NOVEMBER monthly meeting of Ballyduff Community Council took place on Thursday 5th last. Paddy John Feeney gave a financial update and outlined remaining loan balances to be in a healthy state. For Community Care, Paddy Jim Feeney confirmed December 13th for the Community Christmas party. Help will be needed in both organising and setting up the event. Also if you know of someone in your area that would enjoy the event, please get in touch with paddy Jim or any community care member. Cards are now back in full swing, with Pat Kirby ready to welcome back old and new faces for the weekly game. Mag Cashell informed the meeting that the Sports Hall is in full use again for the winter season. John Hogan gave a short talk on Community Alert and the text alert system which is working well in West Waterford. Meetings are set to take place at regional level to assess the impact of the system and the benefits to increased security in people’s homes, particularly the elderly and marginalised.

Preparations are well underway for this year’s “Santa’s Secret Woodland” which will take place on November 27th, 28th and 29th. The event is now fully booked up with no spaces remaining. This event involves a significant workload and much help is required. If you have time and are willing to help, please contact Mag Cashell as soon as possible. The History and Heritage Club will hold a “Piseog” evening in the Carnegie Centre on Friday, 13th. Guest speaker will be John Arnold an expert on such matters. The event is open to members and non members so why not come along and enjoy the evening. Our Pobal Administrator Corina Broderick is leaving us after two years. Corina has been an excellent and efficient administrator with a welcoming smile for all visitors to St Michael’s Hall. We wish Corina well in the future.The vacancy created has now been advertised and the process to employ a new administrator will be complete shortly. Our next meeting will take place on Thursday, December 10th.Time and venue will be advised.

Ballysaggart IMPORTANT COMMUNITY INFORMATION It has come to our attention that not all residents in Ballysaggart are aware that there is an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) in the area. It is kept in the central location that is Meagher's Bar and is available 24/7. It also has a list of 15 certified users and their phone numbers printed on the back. Anyone who wishes to do so is welcome to look at the device and take note of the certified users for future reference. BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Variety Show and Play: Ballysaggart Festival Committee are hosting a Variety Show on Friday 27th and Saturday, 28th November in the Community Centre. The show will include a variety of acts from local children along with a one act play performed by adults from the area. Doors open at 7.30 p.m., show commences at 8.00 p.m.The first half consists of a group of local children, aged from 6 to 15, entertaining the audience with a variety of comic sketches, songs and dances. For the second half the adults will take to the stage to preform a one act comedy set in a rural home in the 1950s. Guaranteed to be

a great show not, to missed. To book tickets please contact Carmel 087-9809049 or Helena on 087-7523386. Also, anyone who is interested in helping out back stage will be more than welcome and can contact Carmel for details. Children’s Christmas Party: After much discussion and calendar shuffling with the North Pole it is finally arranged for Santa to visit Ballysaggart on Sunday, December 6th, in the Community Centre. We will be ready to open the doors at 4.15 p.m. and Santa's estimated time of arrival is 4.30 p.m. So children, be on your best behavior, and we hope to see you all on the day. BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY On Friday, November 20th, Ballysaggart Community Development Company are hosting a Christmas Craft Fair and Flower Arranging Demonstration, by Shirley Flynn Ballyduff Upper in aid of the Community Centre Redevelopment Fund in Ballysaggart Community Centre at 7.00 p.m. There will be a wide variety of local crafts on sale which would make beautiful, unique gifts for Christmas. There will also be

refreshments served and a raffle on the night, so, come along and start ticking off the Christmas list. Anyone interested in setting up a stand for the night is more than welcome to do so and can contact Mary Fennessy on 087-9628053 for details and information SOCIAL DANCE The November Social Dance will take place on Friday the 13th, from 9.00 to 11.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. NON-STOP DRAW RESULTS This month’s draw was held on Tuesday, November 3rd at 8.30 in the Community Centre. The results are as follows: 1st €60 Breda Roche; 2nd €40 Deirdre O'Donnell; 3rd €20 Geraldine Moore. Congratulations to all. Next draw will take place on Monday, December 7th. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Helen Morrissey and Eddie Sheehan. 2nd Sheila Lonergan and Bertie Neville. Stephen Cunningham and Fr. Cullinan. Mary Power and Ber Coughlan. Tickets: Nellie Devine x 2 and Sheila Lonergan x 2. ENGAGEMENT Congratulations and best wishes to Lisa Fitzgerald and Chris Boyle who got engaged recently.

Kilbrien Graveyard Consecration - In the top row are Bishop Alphonsus Cullinane; Fr. Michael Kennedy, P.P., along with two new Indian Priests who have just arrived in the Diocese. Also in the top row are Mr. Martin Delaney, Principal Kilbrien School; Miss Cheryl Power, Teacher; Regina Carroll, SNA and Cathleen Ahearne, Secretary. Gathered too are the school pupils who enthralled the congregation singing Mass with the Bishop at the consecration of the new Kilbrien Cemetery on November 2nd.

Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien DROUGHT I'm just back from a visit to California and, like the song says, "It never rains in California." After four years of drought, residents have dialled back their water use by 29% and home owners are allowed to water their lawns and plants once a week and only on the weekend when industry is not so thirsty. In eight weeks, it rained once. The new California motto is "Brown is Beautiful." In the suburban town through which I cycled daily, about one in three lawns were completely dead, unwatered in a dry, dry land. Tan is the colour de jour and toujour. So, it was actually with some relief that I stepped off the plane from California into a deluge. Green! Ireland is green! It's great to be back. And if someone starts complaining about everyone's least favourite news topic, I'll tell them this: I love Irish water! BILL DALTON Bill Dalton's many local friends will miss his regular visits. Sadly, he recently passed away after a short illness in the town of Sale in Victoria Province, Australia. Bill was well known in KCK parish where he enjoyed spending time with his friends, trading stories in Tommy Hallahan’s, Quill’s the Pike or Queallys Bohadoon. Bill's father, Tommy Dalton of Currabaha emigrated to Australia in 1922.

Tommy never returned, but his son, Bill, travelled home to Ireland every four years. Here he prized the chat and the craic with young and old and the stories of bygone days. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. DUNGARVAN FLOWER & GARDEN CLUB 18th November, Wednesday - The Garden Club will host their Annual Charity Christmas Gala on Wednesday, 18th Nov. at 8 pm in the Park Hotel. Guest Demonstrator is Richard Delmer A.O.I.F.A. We ask for your support. Proceeds to Dungarvan Community Hospital and St. Mary’s Primary School. Tickets cost €10 available from Club Members, Jane Casey, Florist, Fiona Fitzgerald School Principal, Paula French, Director of Nursing or contact club president Dina Walshe on 087-6457400. KILBRIEN PARENT & TODDLER GROUP 18th November, Wednesday - All are welcome any Wednesday morning in Kilbrien Hall. See the Kilbrien Parent and Toddler group Facebook page for more information. VILLIERSTOWN CRAFT FAIR 22nd November, Sunday - Craft Fair at Villierstown Church Hall from 11.20 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Over 26 stands of the

best local talent has to offer. Something for all the family. FESTIVE FLOWER ARRANGING 8th December, Tuesday Remember to mark this date in your December diary. Kilbrien Hall at 8 pm. €10 fee for oasis trays. Greenery supplied, but please bring your own flowers and a good scissors or secateurs. SANTA DIARY DATE 13th December, Sunday - Santa visits Coolnasmear Hall. MEMORIAL TREES Lourdes Youth will sell remembrance cards for our Christmas memorial trees. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com NOVEMBER MASSES FOR THE HOLY SOULS Kilgobinet - Wednesday, 18th November, 2015 at 7.30 p.m.; Thursday, 19th November, 2015 at 7.30 p.m.; Friday, 20th November, 2015 at 7.30 p.m. Kilbrien - Monday, 23rd November, 2015 at 7.30 p.m.; Tuesday, 24th November, 2015 at 7.30 p.m.; Wednesday, 25th November, 2015 at 7.30 p.m. Colligan - Thursday, 26th November, 2015 at 7.30 p.m.; Friday, 27th November, 2015 at 7.30 p.m.; Saturday, 28th November, 2015 at 10 a.m. Blessed are the dead who

die in the Lord. KCK DRAMA GROUP The candle is now being burned to the midnight hour with rehearsals in full swing for upcoming production of professor Tim by Paul Twyning, a comedy in three acts. Action takes place in the kitchen of John Scally’s house played by Pat Knightly. His wife Mrs. Scally, a sharp woman in every way played by Aine Flynn and their daughter Peggy played by Mary Foley. The Scallys are farmers and work hard to make a living, while their nearest neighbour is to be described as a ‘sporting farmer’, Hugh O’Cahan, played by Richard Houlihan. There is a bit of history between Hugh and Peggy of which Mrs. Scally is not too happy about as Hugh is about to lose his house and land at an auction, held in the Bank. The agent from the bank is one Mr. Allison played by Gerard Dunford who tries to sell up Mr. O’Cahan. Performances are planned for late November and early December and a booking line will open in due course. James Lenane is helping out with production and is sure to leave no stone unturned for this play, which was first performed at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin on September 1925. A further update of the characters and the play next week, until then keep learning the lines.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Modeligo LOTTO RESULTS There was no jackpot number from numbers 10, 25 and 26 drawn on Saturday night, 7th November, Jackpot now stands at €2,700. €25 winners: Anne Phelan, Cappagh; Ned Ryan, Vicarstown; Butler Family, Garrycloyne; Derek Kelly, C/O Deckie’s. Saturday, 7th November, marked the beginning of year 22 of our lotto draw. Interestingly the man who started the draw on 5th November, 1994 was again present to carry out the draw on 7th November, 2015. It is this dedication from so many people that has made the draw the success it is. Many of the ticket sellers whose names were present on that list in 1994 still appear on the list in 2015.Thanks to all who sell and buy tickets and help out weekly at the draw for your continued support.

CONGRATULATIONS Following on from their phenomenal success in hurling over the past two years, Modeligo GAA Club’s footballers captured the Western Junior Premier Football title on a scoreline of Modeligo 3-14 to Colligan 2-10 bringing the Doocey Cup back to Modeligo for the first time since 2007. Congratulations to all involved on a fine performance and best of luck in the County Final versus Roanmore this weekend. Congratulations also to Mary Kate Curran, Na Deise who was named Waterford U-14 Player of the year at the Waterford Ladies Football All-Ireland Presentation night in The Park Hotel. Also to Abby Dalton, Na Deise who was nominated for U-16 Player of the Year which was captured by Dungarvan’s Kaiesha Tobin. Cyril Farrell presented Abby and Mary

Kate with their U-16 AllIreland and Munster medals and Mary Kate Morrissey with her Munster and AllIreland Intermediate medals. Well done girls a great achievement for the Na Deise Club. It was an extra busy weekend for Mary Kate Curran as she captained the Munster U15 girls soccer team in the FAI Interprovincial Tournament which took place in the AUL complex in Dublin. Noel Connors, Maurice Shanahan and Tadhg de Búrca all received their allstar awards last Friday with Tadhg being named Young Hurler of the Year, a fitting reward for a talented young hurler, well done to all. ASTRO TURF Booking for the Astro Turf pitch can be made by contacting John Power on 087 2834600. Competitive rates available for group/block bookings.

Nótaí Scór Phort Láirge SCÓR NA NÓG The county final of Scór na nÓg will take place on Saturday, 21st November, starting at 7.00 p.m. in Modeligo. After a really high standard in all entries for Scór na bPáistí earlier this year, it would be great to have a carry on to Scór na nÓg. There is also the added incentive that the Waterford winners will go straight through to the Munster Final, to be held in Cappoquin in early January. Further information from Rúnaí, Moll Shiels 0879526685 or Cathaoirleach Míchéal Ó Drisleáin 087-7938709. ENTRIES We would love to see as many clubs as possible taking part in Scór this year, with so much talent in our county if you can encourage even one person to enter it would help greatly. BACKGROUND Scór is a GAA competition that combines all the colour and rivalry of Gaelic

Games with the social/fun element of Ireland's traditional past-times. The competition was established by the GAA in 1969 with the aim of promoting Ireland's traditional pastimes and culture while offering club members the chance to meet up, have fun and represent their club during the winter months while Football and Hurling had ceased. There are seven events/disciplines in Scór that cover all aspects of Irish culture: Figure/Céilí Dancing, Solo Singing, Instrumental Music, Recitation/Scéalaíocht, Ballad Group, Léiriú / Historical Presentation and Set Dancing. Scór na nÓg is open to those under 17 years of age. Just like the All-Ireland Football and Hurling Championships clubs taking part in Scór must first take part in a county championship. The winners go on to the provincial championship and then the AllIreland Final.

Ardmore Ladybirds pictured here on a recent visit to Ardmore Open Farm. Also in photo is Steve McInerny from the farm.

Ardmore HOJA PROJECT Of interest to anyone who supports and attends the annual Ardmore HOJA BBQs every Summer. Oswin who runs the HOJA project in Tanzania is coming to Ardmore to explain all about the project and how a fun day in Ardmore can make a meaningful difference to people's lives. There will be an information evening in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore, on Friday, 20th November, at 7.30 p.m. Oswin will be there to detail works in progress regarding the funds raised this year and the plans for next year. Anyone interested in helping the project welcome to attend.We hope to have some music after the presentation. The organisers would like to once again thank all

those who have supported this worthy cause to date; indeed does a ‘little go a long way’. CHRISTMAS MARKET 2015 Christmas Market at St. Declan’s Hall, Ardmore, on Sunday, 13th December, this year from 12-5 p.m. To book a table call:Terry 0879477213 Liz 086-1985524. Arts, Crafts, Food, etc., on the day. Christmas goodies galore! Keep your business local this year. ST. MARY’S N.S. GRANGE This year our main fundraiser will be a Christmas Raffle. We have three fantastic prizes: First Prize: A Gourmet Package for the Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore, which includes an overnight stay in a deluxe Seaview Room, dinner in The House Restaurant and breakfast

the following morning. Second Prize: Overnight Stay and dinner at Ahernes Townhouse and Seafood Bar,Youghal. Third Prize: Sterling Silver Primrose Pendant & Bangle from the Jean Butler Signature Range. Tickets will be priced at €5 each or 3 for €10 and these will be distributed to all families this week. They will also be available from Grange Post Office. The draw will take place on Friday, 18th December, so the winners will have their prizes before Christmas. FINALLY We would like to wish a warm welcome to our new principal Miss Harty, and look forward to working with her for many years to come. ARDMORE GUIDES We are pleased to welcome new leader Annie

Tobin and her assistants are Louise Bradley and Brenda Griffin. We have 20 new girls aged 5, 6 and 7 and they are having a great time getting to know the whole set-up. We also have reopened the Guide unit with Jackie Mansfield as the new leader with Coleen Hurley as her assistant. Now the troop has all sections opened we have over 50 local members and eight leaders. We are having a cake sale fundraiser in Ardmore Hall on 14 November after evening Mass. CARDS AT KEEVERS Card results – Prizes shared by Biddy Power and Liz Reilly, Des Fitzgerald and Gerry O'Brien and Tommy Power and Michael O'Reilly. Best of last 5: Liam Foley and Thomas Power. Last game: Tessie Mansfield and Anne Hally.

Ardmore players Inaugural Production ARDMORE Players Amateur Dramatics will stage its inaugural production of John B. Keane's "Sive" on the 27th, 28th & 29th November 2015 by kind permission of the Drama League of Ireland. The cast are rehearsing in earnest under the director-

ship of Mary Kelly who is well known for her topclass productions. It is a brave undertaking as it will be many of the casts first time on stage but what they may lack in experience they have threefold in enthusiasm, energy and commitment to make this a great production along with their more experienced counterparts. Already the excited talk on the street is about 'the play' and it's delivery is highly anticipated by a community with a strong tradition and deep appreciation for the art of drama.

The cast will be revealed over the coming weeks. This week we would like to introduce you to Séamus Keevers who plays the easily manipulated character of Mike Glavin. Séamus is a native of Ardmore. He is married to Mary Jo and they have three children. Séamus’ previous acting experience includes being an extra in the Maeve Binchy film, Echoes, which was filmed in Ballinroad and Dunmore East. On stage he has played the part of Packie in John B. Keane’s The Man from Clare and he also took part in the

Ardmore Tops of the Towns in the early 1990s. Michael Lynch who plays the travelling man, Pats Bocock. He is also a native of Ardmore. Michael is married to Ruth and they have two grown up sons and two grandchildren. Michael is employed as a school bus driver and is a retired member of the Ardmore Fire Service. In his spare time Michael volunteers in the Ardmore Unit of the Irish Coastguard. This is Michael's first time on stage and he is enjoying every minute of it.

Chris Ramsell plays the curious character of Nanna Glavin. Chris has been living in Ardmore for the last 10 years, now retired, she

enjoys walking, reading and yoga. Chris is a member of the Ardmore Tidy Towns Association and joined the Ardmore Pattern Festival

Committee in 2015. This is her first time being involved in amateur dramatics and is finding it challenging and rewarding.

Chris Ramsell

Michael Lynch

Seamus Keevers

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Stradbally RECENT BAPTISM The baptism took place of Emma Jane Kiely, daughter of Tommy and Anita Kiely, Moonakirka, Stradbally on Saturday, 7th November, 2015 at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally. The godparents were Stephen Power and Alison Spratt. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. NADINE’S CANCER BATTLE Whelan’s Bar, Stradbally will host a ‘Beard Shave’ on Saturday night, 21st November in aid of Nadine’s Cancer Battle. It is set to be a great night with music and a raffle and plenty of fun while (Pat) Max Kiely gets his beard shaved in aid of this worthy cause Nadine’s Cancer Battle Trust.Your support would be we come for this event. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations and best wishes to Padraig Casey, Faha and Geraldine HickeyMcGrath who recent announced their engagement on Friday, 6th November. COMMUNITY ALERT A large crowd attended the meeting last Wednesday night at the GAA Centre, Stradbally organised by the local Community Alert Group, IFA, Representatives and GAA members to be informed by Superintendent John Mulligan, Tramore Division and Sgt. Alan Kissane, Kilmacthomas Station of the details of the policing plan for the area and of setting up a Text Alert for the Stradbally area. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. attended to lend his support. All townslands in the district were represented by their community alert members. Sgt. Kissane explained to the meeting how well it is working in the areas already established. Mary Butler from Portlaw Community Alert explained how it works for them. Discussions on local problems and crime statistics which were thankfully low in Stradbally followed. In future Stradbally will see a greater Garda presence on the basis of getting to know the area and the people. Phone numbers, both landline and mobiles were given out for contact to

Welcoming committee at our recent Hallowe’en disco in Barron Hall. From left to right: Dave Pollock, Nicola Blair and Tom Hickey. Kilmacthomas and Tramore stations. The Sgt asked that if people have something to report, it must be reported to their local station which is Kilmacthomas to the Sgt. or Guard on duty. If an issue is not officially reported it can’t be dealt with. A further meeting will be organised by the local Community Alert Group to organise funds, names and numbers and officially set up the system shortly. NOVEMBER NOVENA OF MASSES The November Novena Mass will take place at Sacred Heart Church, Faha on Tuesday, 10th November; Wednesday, 11th November; Thursday, 12th November at 7.30 p.m. each evening this week. LOCAL CRAFTS EXHIBITION There is a whisper that the Conway Cup may make an appearance at the local Craft Exhibition in the Cove Bar on Thursday, 19th November at 8 p.m. It is even possible that some of the players may be signing autographs on the night. The local artists are busy with all their Christmas gift ideas that will be on sale such as woodturning, pictures, Christmas cards, silk scarves, crochet, sweet hampers, Christmas cakes and puddings. There will also be light refreshments and a raffle. If you would like to exhibit your crafts it is not too late to get involved, just contact any member at the Saturday market from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. at the Cove Bar.

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to our gallant Stradbally football team on winning the county final on Friday night last and bringing home the Conway Cup. SOCCER The Soccer Lotto draw takes place at the Bally Inn on Sunday night. Jackpot prize on offer €3,400.Tickets available locally. The Soccer Club and Barron Hall Committee are jointly hosting a Table Quiz in the Cove Bar on Friday, 27th November at 9.30 p.m. Tables of 4 €20. Great fun and frolics assured. The proceeds of the Soccer Christmas Day Swim at Stradbally Cove this year will be held in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland Waterford/Kilkenny branch. Sponsorship cards will be available shortly. FIXTURES 2 p.m. Saturday Junior League - Red Star v. Stradbally; at 2 p.m. Sunday Youth League - Stradbally v. Ballyduff. HALLOWE’EN DISCO It was a busy schedule, Barron Hall committee was delighted with the support, it was great to see people enjoy themselves. So many people to thank, starting with childrens Disco, huge thanks to the parents who stayed with the children, to help with supervision, to Hannah and Siobhan who helped in the music selection. Greg Dunford won the best dressed outfit at the Hallowe’en Disco, he had some stiff competition. Derek Brennan “The Comeraghs” won the bottle of “Jack

Flower Arranging Christmas Gala ON Wednesday, 18th November, at 8.00 p.m. in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan Flower & Garden Club will host an OPEN NIGHT for their Annual Charity Christmas Gala. Proceeds will go to Dungarvan Community Hospital and St. Mary’s Primary School. Tickets are priced at €10 available from Club Members, Jane Casey Florist Main St., Fiona Fitzgerald School Principal and Paula French Director of Nursing. This year we have invited

Richard Delmer, a member of the National Association of Floral Artists (AOIFA) who is a renowned flower arranger and award winning florist. He is the proprietor of ‘Delmer Flowers’ in Clane, Co. Kildare and we look forward to his first visit to Dungarvan. All Richard’s fabulous flower arrangements and many other great prizes will be raffled on the night. We do hope you will all support us in raising much needed funds for our named Charities.

Daniels”. The large numbers at the Ghost Walk was fantastic.The committee, we could not do it all ourselves on the night. Thanks very much to Woodhouse estate for allowing us access, to Cathy Maitland, the “Flaherty” family, Sean who at short notice took over as “Vicar White”, Cian who done so much research in preparation for the walk and Ross who helped steward the walk, also took some interesting photos. Pat Power the Highway man, Matt Cummins and T.J. Condon who had the bales of straw in place, Dermot O’Brien, Fr. Condon P.P., Virgil Power lights. Brian Barton on his “Boom Trike” and skeleton buddy, Nina Fee some beautiful confectionary, Richard Hickey “The Cove Bar” who provided tea, Richard Cutbill and Josephine Hickey with cameras. Local “Press” and “Radio” were very supportive. Of coarse an extra big thanks to Marie Swaby, without whom the event would not take place. If you have any ideas or suggestions for any future event please contact Barron Hall on 0877160700.The image of “Irish Wolfhound” taken from Cove bridge is available. EVENTS CALENDAR Good to see activity in the Barron Hall, our calendar of events to Christmas, beside the Pre School, “It’s A Childs Life” we have “Whist”, “Active Retirement”, “Yoga”, “Mediation”, “Birthday Parties”, “Christmas Party” our friends from “Lyre Heritage”, December an “Awards” night for achievement. Also our AGM, always seeking new members. QUIZ NIGHT Barron Hall, we have joined forces with Stradbally Soccer club to organise an enjoyable, fun quiz night, more anon. ACTIVE RETIREMENT Tay and Mahon ARA, next gathering on Monday, 16th November, Barron Hall, 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. We will have final details of “Tea Dance” in Gold Coast on Sunday, 22nd November.

The winning team from the recent Lions Club Christmas Appeal Quiz in Merry’s: Pat Waide, Liam Carroll, Tom Power and Dan Murphy.

Dungarvan Lions Club ALL agreed that it was a great night at Merry’s. The occasion was the final night of the round of Quizzes for the Christmas Appeal. Emeline and her staff had everything prepared and it was just as well as there was more than a full turnout. It was an upstairs downstairs event with Bob O’Brien challenging the grey matter of all above while Emeline was conscripted to be Quiz Master at ground level. There were so many

great prizes for the Raffle that even Des got a place on the winners list. The eventual winners of the Quiz itself was the genius team consisting of Liam Carroll, Dan Murphy, Pat Waide and Tom Power. In his address at the end of the night Lions Club President John Harnedy thanked all who made the night such a success, Emeline and her team, Bob and his team and the Lions Club Quiz sub committee. As a result of the night a

substantial sum was raised for the Lions Christmas Appeal 2015 so the Appeal is well and truly on the way to meet its Christmas target. More news on that front is that the date for the annual on-air auction has been set for Thursday 10th Dec and the Wear Red to Work Day will be Friday 11th. Watch out for further developments in this column or visit us on Facebook at “Dungarvan Lions Club”.

Bob O’Brien and Emile Stafford joint Quizmasters at the recent Lions Club Christmas Appeal Quiz which was held in Merry’s, pictured with John Harnedy, President, Dungarvan Lions Club.

Carrick Camera club will host the 2nd annual Suir Valley Photographic Challenge CARRICK Camera Club will host the 2nd annual Suir Valley Photographic Challenge for the Eleanor Cullinane Memorial Trophy. The event will take place in The Carraig Hotel, Carrick-on-Suir on Saturday, December 5th. The competition is confined to members of Carrick, Clonmel, Thurles and Waterford camera clubs, and will be open to the public. Each club will enter eight prints, taking in the following themes; Sport (Activity), Landscape, Mono, Portrait, Macro, Candid Street Photography, Still Life and Irish Nature. They will be independently judged, with an overall Club winner, and individual awards. There is also a projected images section where each club member can enter their best or favourite picture; there will also be individual and overall winners from this section. There are three categories catered for in this section; Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced.The theme is open

A number of trade stands dealing with photographic items, albums and framing will also be at the venue. There will also be a very special attraction during this exhibition when you can Explore Virtual Reality with the amazing Oculus Rift. Have you ever wanted to go into outer-space, or travel back in time to the Viking era and explore a Viking village? Now you can. Oculus Rift specialise in creating Virtual Reality experiences and they welcome you to experience the future and their latest creation. Places will be limited on the day so come early to book a time slot. Timetable for the day of the competition as follows: 10.30 hours Images to arrive at venue. 11.00 to 13.00 hours judging of prints 12.00 trade stands set up. 13.00 hours open to public 15.00-15.30 presentations of prizes and judges comments

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Touraneena LIVERPOOL DANCERS AND MUSICIANS The forthcoming visit of the Liverpool Dancers and Musicians has been arranged for week ending the 2nd April, 2016. This wonderful cultural exchange between the two groups first commenced in 1977 when a small party from the area visited Liverpool Irish Centre for the first time. Since that date the groups have been interchaning every second year. As usual a great weekend is anticipated. All are welcome so please mark the date in your diary. CAKE AND BOOK SALE On Saturday night, November 28th a Cake and Book Sale will be held in the Community Centre after Mass. Music, dancing and a “Cuppa” while browsing for books. This is in aid of the Book Rental Scheme for St. Mary’s N.S. All welcome. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Results for week ending Sunday 1st November. Jackpot prize of €300. Winning numbers drawn were 2, 5, 19. There was no winner of the jackpot. The 5 x €20 winneers were Maureen Dalton, Michael Gleeson, Tom Condon, Alice Burke, Alan c/o Nuala Dunne. Promoters prize of €20 was won by Mary Hanrahan.

This week’s lotto draw was held in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena and had a jackpot prize of €400. The results for week ending Sunday, 8th November, winning numbers drawn were 26, 27 and 30. The jackpot wasn't won so next week's jackpot is €500. As the jackpot wasn't won there was the draw for 5 x €20. Winners were as follows Alice Burke, Liz Condon, Aoife Butler, Anna Whelan, Aidan Fitzpatrick. Next week’s draw will be held in Hanrahan’s Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday night, 15th November, 2015. Tickets are €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets, committee members and designated promoters. SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to son James and daughters Genevieve and Teresa on the recent death of their mother, Margaret Tobin (nee Cashman), Chapel Road, Modeligo. We extend sympathy to their familes, all relatives and many friends. Margaret will be sadly missed by all. May she rest in peace. SLIABH gCUA / ST. MARY'S A.G.M. This year, the club will hold their Annual General Meeting on Friday, 27th November at Kirwan Park, Touraneena.The club had a good year narrowly missing out to Fenor in the Junior

Dungarvan Mens Shed ANOTHER week finishes in the Shed, with projects finished and other projects ongoing! The small barrow/planters are with us always with some of them to be "pimped" up in the craft room. Bird boxes and Christmas cribs are flying out the door, and new projects are still in the "research and development" stage. Anybody out there with an idea for a project that they

would like to do or have the Shed do, don't be afraid to contact the Shed or one of its members and let them know. Or better still, call to

A County final. We hope 2016 will bring some much deserved trophies back to the club. IRELAND'S FITTEST FAMILY Well done to the O'Brien-Devine family on their progression to the next stage of RTE's Ireland's fittest family. The popular TV programme is now in its 3rd series and its great to have a local family in the competition.We wish them all the best in the next stage. ALL STARS Congratulations to our Waterford hurlers Maurice Shanahan, Noel Conners and Tadgh de Burca who were deservedly named in the 2015 GAA/GPA All Star Hurling team. Tadgh beat off stiff competition from Jason Flynn (Galway) and Cathal Mannion (Galway) to bring home the coveted 'young hurler of the year award'. ROAD CONDITIONS With the current heavy downpours turning the many leaves into wet slime on our roads, a note of caution to motorists that the wet leaves can make driving conditions similar to driving on an icy road, particularly when driving around bends in the road. The recommended course of action is to slow down and keep a good distance from the car in front of you.

N DU

VAN GAR

menssheds.ie the Shed at the Old Tech, Wolfe Tone Road, between 10.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m. and see what you can come up with!

Cast of Brideview Drama’s upcoming production of ‘Don’t Dress for Dinner’.

Don’t Dress for Dinner opens this weekend THE hilarious comedy ‘Don’t Dress for Dinner’ opens this Thursday night, 12th November and will run again on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th. All the actors, under the direction of John Roche, have been slaving away in an empty Tallow Community Centre at all hours of the day and night. All they want now is a full house of laughter over the weekend. When Jaqueline decides to pay a visit to her Mother, Bernard takes advantage of the free house and invites his mistress, his best friend (as an alibi) and a Cordon Bleu cook over. But, something or someone makes Jaqueline change her mind

and at the last minute she decides she won’t go to her Mothers after all. Ding Dong! One of Bernard’s guests has arrived already! He has no choice now only to wing it! Will he make it through the weekend without Jaqueline finding out about his mistress? Come to Tallow Community Centre this weekend to find out. You will see all your favourite local actors on the stage; Ted O’Brien (Bernard), Helen Aherne (Jaqueline),Veronica Henley (Suzanne), Liam Roche (Robert), Emer Martin (Suzette) and Patrick Smith (George). However, a great cast line-up needs a great direc-

Cumann na Daoine Buddha head, hot pen on beech wood shaded with different stains.

Joe on the wood lathe.

CUMANN na Daoine Community Development Resource Centre, Catherine Street, Youghal, Co. Cork is holding its second Community Indoor Market on Sunday, November 15th from 10.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Arts n Crafts, Clothing, Shoes, Handbags, Jewellery, Cakes, Jams, Relishes, and much much more. All welcome. All tables are full. We have no spaces left. Phone 024-1900 for further details. Email: cumannnadaoine@gmail.com; www.cumannnadaoine.com

tor and John Roche certainly fits the bill. John is one of the founding members of Brideview Drama and has been involved in numerous productions throughout the years. John is a man of many talents and aside from milking cows he is a dab hand at acting, directing, lighting, set building and many other random tasks which Brideview requires its members to do. He is a very fair taskmaster when it comes to directing and has a fantastic rapport with his actors. Sounds like a recipe for a brilliant show! Brideview would like to welcome Andy Leahy to their technical crew. Andy will be on lights and sound for this production and will

be ably assisted by Mary Aherne. All tickets for the show can be bought on the door from our fabulous front of house crew. There will be free tea, coffee and tasty biscuits at half time and there will be some excellent raffle prizes to be won each night! So come and join in the fun! ‘Don’t Dress for Dinner’ appears at Tallow Community Centre on Thursday 12th, Friday 13th, Saturday 14th and again the following weekend Thursday 19th, Friday 20th, Saturday 21st. (Extra special performance on Friday 27th). Curtain at 8.15 p.m. each night. Tickets €10. You’d be mad to miss it!

Tallow TALLOW SENIOR CITIZENS The results of our second draw are as follows:- 1st Prize - Kay Murray, West Street; 2nd Prize - Aideen McAuliffe, Carraigeen; 3rd Prize - Mary and Mick Cunningham, Kilmore.

NEWS ITEMS All news items and notes are to be forwarded to the following email address: news@dungarvanobserver.ie

COUNTY NEWS

$ TD $BUIBSUIB FBQBDI $IPJOO /B

UP AND DANCING The opening meeting of the Cappoquin Foróige Club for 2015-16 was held at the Parish hall last Friday night, and a good attendance agreed to form the club and open itself to more members.The next meeting is scheduled for next Friday night, November 13th, at the Parish Hall again, with proceedings running from 7.30 to 9.00. It has taken a great effort to recover from the vandalism over the summer that nearly put the club out of action, and well done to Christine, Kerry and the new leaders for their determination.We hear that, after just one meeting, plans are already being hatched, and the club will host a regional disco at the Parish Hall on Saturday, December 5th next.

‘WALKING THE MUNSTER BLACKWATER’ It was a great pleasure to meet Youghal native Jim O’Malley a few years ago, and to provide some Heritage Group literature to him about Cappoquin in more recent times. Jim has been fulfilling a lifelong ambition, by walking the length of the Munster Blackwater and writing about it in a new book, published last Friday. ‘Walking the Munster Blackwater’ is a really beautiful book, published by Ashfield Press and retailing at a very reasonable €20 at Eason and Readers’ Choice, Dungarvan. If it becomes

available more locally, we will let you know. What is particularly great about this book, from a local perspective, is that it is written by a man who clearly understands the river. The Blackwater is an obvious source of great inspiration to Jim, and in the chapter called ‘Lismore to Camphire Bridge, he captures a huge amount of our area’s history and colour in a most readable way. For the section on Cappoquin alone, Jim has captured a host of local stories, from the Cornerstone legend to the account of Tourin’s 1950 hurling triumph, and has used the services of his good friend Charley Hayes (one of Ireland’s most famous Geography teachers) to explain the origins of the river bend at Cappoquin. When Jim visited Barrons’ Bakery with his mate, Denis Burns, it seemed as if inspiration also took hold of Denis, the former ‘Barrs and Cork hurler, as the book describes how he started an impromptu puck around between the Square and Castle Street. Denis may or may not have known that he was reenacting the scene of many generations of young Cappoquin hurlers, availing of the wide street area while waiting for John Fraher’s bus to pull in at the Tailors. Just like those eager sportsmen, Denis managed to break no windows either, apparently. Again, this is a really lovely read, and well worth getting if you live along the Blackwater. Our picture this week shows the cover of the book. NEXT CIVIC LINK MEETING Just a closing thought – the agenda for the next Civic Link meeting on November 17th will be discussing… Christmas Lights. It’s that time of year again, folks.

Cappoquin Day Centre Pre Christmas Fair Pre Christmas Fair at Cappoquin Day Centre -Sunday, 15th November from 2.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. Treasures Galore. Hand crafts and Christmas stuff etc. etc. A great social afternoon guaranteed with complimentary refreshments and entertainment and Mystery Guests. Everyone welcome.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Lismore Heritage Centre Family Fun Science Day AS part of the Robert Boyle Science Festival and National Science Week, Lismore Heritage Centre held a family fun science Day on Sunday, 8th November last. This event kick started science week in the South East and we were pleased to welcome visitors from Science Foundation Ireland on the day to participate in the events. Despite the heavy rain families came from Dungarvan, Fermoy and even Dublin to enjoy a day where science and math were made fun and games by the members of the

Lismore Heritage Centre Mobile Science team who put on workshops throughout the day showcasing the offering available to schools throughout the southeast. Mervin Horgan and the team from Cork’s Lifetime Lab had children engaged and entertained making electrical circuits and playing math games. The main attraction on the day was the London Science Museum whose entertaining explanation of what happens to your food after its eaten had children fascinated and disgusted all at once!

Grace Molumphy and Aoife Power, both from Lismore Heritage Centre pictured at the Science Week Ireland Family Fun Day at Lismore Heritage Centre. [David Clynch]

Roseanne Leddy, Education Officer with Lismore Heritage Company said “the day was a great success, we are delighted to be able to showcase our programme to parents and children in a fun environment though our workshops both out at schools and here at Lismore Heritage Centre. Our aim is to make science fun and open up the world of exploration to children, and encourage them to pursue careers in STEM fields in the future.” The day finished with a dramatic fireworks display over the Millennium Park which saw many local families come out to watch the wonder of chemical reaction in the sky over Lismore. The Robert Boyle Science Week, is co-ordinated by CALMAST WIT, and events will be held throughout the week in Waterford, Dungarvan, Clonmel and New Ross as part of the festival – details www.science.ie. Lismore Heritage Company would like to thank all those who attended the event and sponsors CALMAST WIT, SFI and Waterford City and County Council.

Jack Brien from Lismore pictured at the Science Week Ireland Family Fun Day at Lismore Heritage Centre. [David Clynch]

Mary Boras from Lismore pictured at the Science Week Ireland Family Fun Day at Lismore Heritage Centre. [David Clynch]

Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Saturday night last and €50 was won by Eddie Colbert with Card Number 5. Congratulations Eddie. Next week the draw will be for €2,200. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win.This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally. VILLIERSTOWN NS We would like to say a huge congratulations to the boys and girls of Villierstown National School who won both the girls and the boys finals at the weekend. I can see some young Waterford players in the makings well done to all involved keep up the good work!! VILLIERSTOWN STUDY GROUP Due to demand the Homework Study Group is starting on the 9th November in VECP room from 4.30 to 6.00 p.m., Monday until Friday. €20 per term per child. All parents who wish their child to attend please text 0876635465 with name and telephone numbers. A meeting for the parents will be on the 28th October at 7.30 p.m. in

the VECP room to set up a rota. Thanks. If you are looking to hold a small party, a meeting, a course, music lessons, a get together for a reunion. The VECP room in Villierstown is available for bookings. Situated beside the Villierstown shop, which has home-made cakes and dinners, who also take special orders if needed. Please contact 0876635465.Thank you. DANCERCISE IN VILLIERSTOWN Get fit and toned to fun chart music every Tuesday in Villierstown Church Hall from 7-8 p.m. €5 per person. New people always welcome.You know you want to…… SET DANCING FOR ADULTS Set dancing classes for adults every Wednesday at 7.30 in Villierstown Church. Come along and have some fun while getting fit and making new friends. AGLISH FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life and Couch to 5k, Meet at Aglish Community Hall and away we go. Would you like to help a sick child and improve your fitness at the same time. Then join

us on Monday or Thursday evenings and Run, Walk, Crawl or Shuffle 2, 3, 4 or 5k or whatever distance you can. Only €2 per night with all proceeds to The Children's Hospital Crumlin. All levels of fitness catered for, young and old very welcome. Hi viz vest required, we have a limited number to give out free of charge. Last year we had participants from Aglish, Ballinameela, Villierstown, Clashmore, Kinsalebeg, Glenbeg, An Rinn, Cappoquin, Affane, Ardmore, Dungarvan, etc. All are welcome. Further details on Facebook Aglish Fun Run or email aglishfunrun@gmail.com CHRISTMAS ARTS & CRAFT Craft Fair – Villierstown Church Hall will be hosting an Aladdin's cave of delights on Sunday, 22nd November (11.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.) with over 26 Crafters / Designers / Bakers … the best West Waterford has to offer showcasing their wares. As usual Santa's Express Post Box will be in on site and catering on the day by Tori. This is definitely a family day out. Free admission.

LADYBIRDS, BROWNIES & GUIDES Irish Girl Guides - Woodland Ladybirds, Brownies & Guides meet in Villierstown every Thursday. Please contact the leaders if you are interested in your daughter joining. We have one space available for this coming term.We are always looking for leaders and adult helpers for all groups. COMMUNITY ALERT See or hear anything out of place in the village….Text: 087-3538347. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.. We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”. Contact Carol:087-6635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. Please use the email address below If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very w e l c o m e . villierstownnews@yahoo.ie

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Lismore LISMORE FESTIVAL COMMITTEE We are holding a public meeting in Lismore House Hotel this Thursday, 12th November at 9.00 p.m. sharp. Let's have as much fun organizing this festival as everyone at the event will have. Let's make it our own! Your voice and ideas won't be heard unless you are involved in some way. This invitation is for everyone! Residents of Lismore and surrounding areas, clubs, organisations or businesses

(big or small) who would like to offer support suggestions or volunteer at the festival and in the fundraising events leading up to it. 2016 Festival Thursday, July 7th – Sunday, July 10th The success of our festival depends on the input and support of the local people in our community. Let's make this one one to remember! TOWN MEETING A meeting to discuss the future of

Lismore Town will be held at Lismore House Hotel on Monday, 16th November, at 7.30 p.m. sharp. All are welcome to attend. VARIETY SHOW For one night only in aid of The Hope Foundation, a variety show will take place in Lismore Heritage Centre on Friday, 20th November at 7.30 p.m. Doors open at 7.00 p.m. Come early for a good seat. Admission €5.

Two delicious savoury fine biscuits launched this week . . . ‘to reflect the feeling of Ireland as an island’ THE Lismore Food Company is delighted to announce that they are extending their range of fine biscuits to include delicious savoury flavours featuring fabulous wild Irish ingredients. ‘Caraway with Irish Seaweed’ and ‘An Irish Digestive with Wild Atlantic Sea Salt’ will be sold in stores throughout Ireland leading into the Christmas season.They will be packaged in striking mustard coloured tubes (a subtle difference from the burnt orange colour of the sweet range) with bold panel colours to denote the flavours. ‘We’re thrilled to be introducing our savoury biscuits to the market’ says Beth-Ann Smith. ‘We wanted these new biscuits to reflect the feeling of Ireland as an island. The sea really influenced the flavours and we sourced the finest key ingredients from amazing Irish coastal producers. The Wild Atlantic Salt,

Achill Island Sea Salt, comes from the O’Malley family on Achill Island’s Keel Bay and the Irish Seaweed from the Talty Family’s Wild Irish Sea Veg in West Clare. Commenting on the new flavours Owen Madden says, “‘An Irish Digestive with Wild Atlantic Sea Salt’ is a biscuit full of traditional flavours with a pinch of salt flakes hand-harvested from the clear waters of the Wild Irish Atlantic. It is delicious topped with sour cream and freshly chopped chives and perfect on any cheeseboard! Our ‘Caraway with Irish

Seaweed’ is a delicious combination of warm and gentle caraway seeds and a sprinkle of super healthy seaweed from Ireland’s rugged west coast. This savoury biscuit is perfect with hummus and a glass of chilled white wine.” The Lismore Food Company comprises three artisans who share a story of several hundred years of baking and food retailing. Beth-Ann Smith’s family history in food stretches back to Smith’s Stores, a fine food delicatessen and bakery on Cork’s Patrick Street. Having trained at

Ballymaloe Cookery School she is now head chef at Lismore Castle. Brothers Owen and Ken Madden’s family opened a bakery and public house on Lismore’s Main Street in the early 1800’s. Now called ‘The Summerhouse’ and home to The Lismore Food Company, they continue this rich culinary tradition in the same historic location. Their range of fine sweet biscuits are sold in stores throughout Ireland and the UK, and in selected stores in Switzerland, France and Malaysia. The Lismore Food Company’s ‘Caraway with Irish Seaweed’ and ‘An Irish Digestive with Wild Atlantic Salt’ will be available in shops throughout Ireland this week. Web: www.thelismorefoodcompany.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/thelismorefoodcompany T w i t t e r : www.twitter.com/lismorefoodco

Una Leader from Lifetime Lab giving a demonstration at Science Week Ireland Family Fun Day at Lismore Heritage Centre. [David Clynch]

Liam and Michael members of the working team cleaning out the wall baskets at West Street. Work on the new bus shelter can be seen in the background.

Lismore Tidy Towns CLEARING of summer bedding plants continues with all of the wall baskets at West Street cleaned out last week along with the eight timber planters at West Street and the bed at the New Street/ Bank of Ireland corner. Thanks to the business owners and the owners of private properties in the business area of the town who regularly sweep the footpaths outside their premises but all owners need to come on board and take responsibility for this type of maintenance of their own space. Interviews are being held this week for two new workers for Lismore Tidy Towns on the Community Employment Scheme. Thanks to the members who gave up their time to

carry out those interviews. The new bus shelter installed recently at West Street is a welcome facility for all those people using the Deise Link bus services. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK W e have now reached E on the A to Z of environment terms ECOSYSTEM - a community of organisms that depend on each other and the environment they inhabit. ECOTOURISM small-scale tourism in fragile and protected areas which aims to have a low impact on the environment, enable tourists to learn more about the natural history and biodiversity of the place. EFFLUENT - liquid wastes such as sewage and

other waste liquid industrial waste. EMISSIONS - in the context of the atmosphere, gases or particles released into the air that can contribute to global warming or poor air quality. ENERGY EFFICIENCY - actions to save fuel, for example better building design, improved transport policies, using insulation and double glazing in homes. ENERGY RATING - a rating given to electrical appliances such as ovens, washing machines, fridges according to how much energy they use. Ratings are on a scale from A TO G, with the A rated appliance using the least amount of energy and G rating needing the most. www.lismoretidytowns.com

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart THE process of electing new members to the Pastoral Council was facilitated by Fr. Liam Power. Those who had been nominated but did not feel called made up their minds very fast and sent very good letters excusing themselves. This showed a great sense of the occasion and a sense that this moment in their lives was significant. A very good gathering of the present council along with many nominated persons participated in the meeting. Fr. Liam gave us a sense of the working of a pastoral council. It is an elected group of representative parishioners who are willing to collaborate with the priest for the spiritual good of all the parish. It does not work off political lines in that it is consensus and not majority rule that operates in the council. A commitment to the Catholic Faith,

a willingness to work as a member of a team, a willingness to listen attentively to the views of others, were some of the qualities needed by intending members. Using Scripture he read about the different gifts needed in a community and after a short discussion he read about the qualities of the Spirit needed for those works. Asking then who would feel called to work on the council, it was life giving to see so many generous volunteers. Enthusiam for the future of the parish brings hope to the priest. It is so easy today for many priests to feel they are the only ones who care about what is happening in the parish they are ministering in. Priests, well maybe speaking for myself it is very encouraging when there are

parishioners willing to stand up and share in the leadership of the pastoral work in the parish. The outgoing pastoral council will help mentor the incoming council for a little while as happened when they became the 3rd Council. Keep in your prayers your pastoral council.They are pioneers in the journey ahead for where we are going we are more than a little unsure but are confident God is with us. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 14th November - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 15th November -Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Kilrossanty SALE OF WORK The annual Sale of Work will take place on Sunday, 22nd November at 3.00 p.m. Collectors will be calling this week to all houses in the area, if you are missed on the night please give your donation to any one of the committee. Tickets for the draw are on sale from any of the committee it will be held after the sale of work on 22nd November. PARTY The Christmas Party will be held on 6th December at 1.00 p.m. Names to be given to any one of the committee as soon as possible. It will be held in the hall. WHIST Whist this Friday night in the hall at 8.00 p.m. Names for the dinner on 27th November in the

Granville Hotel to be given on Friday night. BINGO Bingo on 27th November in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 p.m. FUNDRAISER KILROSSANTY N.S. The Parents Association are holding a fundraising event on Saturday, 28th November. This is taking place in the hall and is a colour analysis make up style and image information night being given by Katy Fitzpatrick of Colour Me Beautiful.Tickets are priced at €10 and are available from the school office. A great night guaranteed. Keep the date free. All welcome. CHRISTMAS PLAYS This years christmas plays will take place on Thursday,

10th December. These will take place during the day for classes from junior infants to 2nd class and in the evening time for 3rd to 6th class in the hall. More details to follow. ROUNDING UP ROUNDING DOWN As the new monetary system of rounding up and down gets under way in the country we are asking that anyone who may have 1 cent and 2 cent coins at home would consider donating them to the school for our fundraising efforts. ST. BRIGIDS CROSSES We still have some of the anniversary year St. Brigids Crosses available to purchase. A lovely Christmas present for those away or at home at €4 each.

Dungarvan Camera Club Pictured are the winning photographs from our November monthly competitions.

A Night At The Priory by Ron Bending G1 Spookey.

Pictured Right – Hallowe'en Drama by Kay Ledingham G3 Spookey.

Abbeyside Scout Group prepares for AGM and Christmas Fundraiser NEXT Wednesday, November 18th, at 8.00 p.m., is the annual AGM of our Scout Group. A parent or guardian of every Cub, Scout, and Venture is asked to attend, to show their support for the group as we move into our 86th year! A number of new positions and changes will be announced, and there will be a short presentation from each group on their year’s activities, as well as their plans for the year ahead. The County Commissioner Alison Parle will be attending, as well as our regional Scouting Ireland Group Support Facilitator, Neil O’Mahony, so we look forward to seeing you on the 18th. The group is planning a Christmas fundraiser on Sunday, December 13th, so please mark the date, and come and join us on the day – full details will be announced

in the coming weeks. The Scouts returned rested and refreshed after their Hallowe’en break to a meeting all about backwoods cooking (cooking with the most minimal of tools – no pots, no it can get VERY creative!) and making shelters. A hike to implement these then took place on Sunday, and the weather certainly necessitated the ability to build a shelter! A hardy bunch turned up in Colligan on Sunday afternoon, with Scout leaders Packie and Michael, despite the horrible weather that morning, and had a great time practising their new skills. Activities like these could not take place without the time given so generously by our leaders, so thanks again to you all who help out our youth members in so many ways!

Ghosts of the Copper Coast Poems by John Daly . . . “GHOSTS of the Copper Coast: is John Daly’s third collection of poetry. Once again, he has painted his word-pictures against the backdrop of the Waterford coastline from Ardmore to the Copper Coast of Bonmahon. And take a walk with John along the dewwet heathery hills and glens of the Comeragh Mountains when the morning sun is peeping over the shadowy shoulder of Helvick and the day was a gift to be treasured. Or sit with him at night in the chimney corner of Elstead’s Pub at The Point in Ballinacourty, when Mike Daly and Tom Kiely would play wild magical music that lured weary feet on to the floor for the waltzes and the half-sets.

And when Jimmy Gleeson, answering a noble call, recited Emmet’s Speech from the Dock. Here you will also find poems, wistful and gay and melancholy that tell of the myriad moods and traumas that bless or torture us all at one time or another. John believes that ‘for anyone who has a yearning to write, the search among the meadows of the mind for the elusive flower of a descriptive word or phrase that would put flesh on the bare bones of an emotion can be just as satisfying as the finding’. John’s canvas is, to a great extent, eclectic nature, for which he has an eye as keen as a hawk, and the little farms and white-washed cottages, and the people

who inhabited them that he knew so well in a time when life seemed to be more simple and the world was a Pandora’s Box, yet to be opened. Ghosts of the Copper Coast (€10) is available in Easons, Readers Choice and Dungarvan Museum or by phoning 087-2180304.

The Wicked One by Bridget O'Neill G2 Spookey.

My Corpse Bride by Michelle Foley G3 Digital Art (open).

WATERFORD HERITAGE – PLANS AND PROJECTS Bernadette Guest, County Heritage Officer presents this lecture tonight Wednesday 11th, at the Town Hall Theatre, Friary street. She will highlight some of the recent projects carried out under the current heritage plan and proposals for future projects on natural and cultural heritage in Waterford. She will be looking forward to hearing from the audience and plenty of audience participation. Date for your diaries: Venue: Town Hall Theatre, Friary Street. Date: Tonight, Wednesday 11th.Time: 8.00 p.m. Admission €5. All are welcome. CHRISTMAS PARTY The plans for the Christmas Party are in full swing.We will have the date and time in the next couple of weeks. It will be a night of fun, merriment and a little bit of devilment! Not to be missed. TRIP AWAY 2016 The plans for the trip have started and the details will be posted in the next few weeks. It promises to be a brilliant few days. Watch this space. If you have any ideas please contact

1925 until 1946 it was home of the Walton family. This talk is a nostalgic evocation of the story of Clifford and of a childhood spent in what was then the remote countryside of North Cork. Tickets include 2 course lunch €30. Booking essential (numbers limited). Enquiries: bgrubb@eircom.net. Telephone: 024 96144. Venue: Dromana House. Date: Sunday, 15th November. Time: 1.00 p.m. lunch followed by presentation. OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we would be very happy to accept them.We would scan them and give you back the originals. Looking ahead to the 1916 commemorations we would also be interested in any artefacts or photographs relating to that period. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that

Christina at the museum. JULIAN WALTON TALK AND LUNCH AT DROMANA HOUSE Julian Walton is a former secondary schoolteacher and librarian with a lifelong interest in history. Since he “retired” in 2006 he has been Resident Historian at Dunhill Multi-Education Centre in County Waterford, where he lectures on aspects of local history. He is author of The Royal Charters of Waterford and of many articles in historical journals. His most recent publications are On This Day volumes one and two, which are based on a series of short programmes broadcast on Waterford Local Radio between 1994 and 2012. The title of his talk will be “Et in Arcadia ego: the story of Clifford and of a childhood on the Blackwater in the 1940’s”. Clifford is dramatically situated overlooking the Blackwater between Mallow and Fermoy. It was built in about 1790 by Richard Martin, a Cork solicitor who was Seneschal of the Manor of Mallow and descended through the Mansergh family during the nineteenth century. From

during the visit. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 11th NOVEMBER Name: Frederick Fanning; Age: 27; Serevice No Rank: 3 Engineer; Serivce: Merc. Marine; Unit: S.S. Rhineland;Where Born: Lismore; Death Category: At Sea; Date of Death: 11/11/15. Name: Patrick Barry; Age: 29; Service No Rank: 5693 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: Conn. Rang. 5Bn.; Where Born: Carrickbeg; Death Category: Died; Date of Death: 11/11/15. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Ballinameela BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of November is Viki Mulhall who can be contacted on 087 8196264. FINISK VALLEY AC NEWS Finisk Valley AC update: Any children in our community who is interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall. New training times, Wednesday 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and Saturday Mornings 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in Ballinameela community pitch/hall. Indoor training for the 5 to 6 year olds is back, Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Well done to the athletes who travelled to Beaufort Co Kerry for the Munster Uneven ages XC Championships last Sunday. Upcoming events: Sunday, November 15th County B XC Championships and Relay Trials in St. Augustine’s. If you would like to get involved in the club we would be delighted with

your support, all are welcome. BALLINAMEELA ADULT AND TODDLER GROUP Ballinameela Adult & Toddler Group meets every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087-9718945. BADMINTON If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to ballinameela community centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if interested contact Mairead at 087-7681975. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile number to this number: 087-3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish .communityalert.ie AGLISH FIT FOR LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k will now take place every Monday and Thursday night at 7.15 p.m. Please note no running on Tuesday at the moment. New members always welcome. Further details on Facebook Aglish Fun Run or email aglishfunrun@gmail.com BALLINAMEELA FOROIGE Ballinameela Foroige returns to the hall. The club urgently needs volunteer leaders to help supervise at the weekly meetings. Could you spare 1 hour for about

8 Thursdays in the year, we operate a rota system for leaders so you will not be required to attend all the meetings. If anyone would like more information or is interested in getting involved please call or text Moya 087-6356478. Foroige is a great initiative for teens in our community so we would urge anyone who can help out to consider getting involved. VILLIERSTOWN ARTS & CRAFTS Arts & Crafts Extravaganza - Check-out Villierstown Craft Extravaganza on Sunday, 22nd November from 11.30 a.m. - 14.30 p.m. Lots for all the family. Free admission. WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWN & GUIDES VILLIERSTOWN Local branch of The Irish Girl Guides - Ladybirds, Browines & Guides meet every Thursday in Villierstown. Please contact leaders in your daughter interested in joining. We are always looking for adult leaders and helpers. LOTTO RESULTS 9/11/’15 – Numbers drawn were 5, 10 and 11. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Eddie Stack, Canty; Brendan Phelan, Cappagh; William Buckley, Cappagh; The Lumber Jacks, Aglish; Jack Curran, Twomilebridge. Next week’s Jackpot is €1,850 and draw will take place in the Welcome Inn. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

Little Monkeys Parent and Toddler group meet in Dungarvan Youth Centre every Monday (excl. Bank Hols) 10.30 a.m. - 12.00 noon. Contact 086-3720415.

Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School DUNGARVAN and West Waterford's premier stage school are having a very busy and fun filled term and are now putting the finishing touches to their upcoming end of term production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical CATS which will be staged in the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan, in February. CATS is a stunning production filled with fantastic songs and wonderful characters and is proving to be great fun for all our students at their classes and the students can’t wait to return to the beautiful Town Hall Theatre in February. The Stage School is now approaching its eighth year in Dungarvan and West Waterford and since their first term, all those years ago, is growing from strength to strength with each passing term. Our most recent productions at the Town Hall Theatre include Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat and Disney's High School Musical sold out in record time and left audiences stunned and amazed at the wonderful talent and very high standard of the productions and CATS

THE BUCKET LIST I am sure a lot of people have seen the Jack Nicholson/Morgan Freeman film of the above name. Its a wish list of things people feel they must achieve before they die, to prove they have lived. It started out as individual preferences of a personal nature. Now, it seems to have turned into a generic collection of holiday destinations and activities. These are the Top Ten; 1.Visit Machu Picchu. So, you want to take three long distance flights across an ocean and two continents. Then take a rickety busride up the side of a canyon before climbing the two and a half thousand feet to a fog covered mountain top. Wait three hours for the fog to lift. It doesn't. Return home totally frustrated and sick with Avian Flu, caught from the free range chickens on the bus. 2. Bungee Jumping. Considering the amount of injuries that are not just possible but have actually happened, including, dislocated hips and shoulders, broken limbs, cranial trauma, rope burns and even uterine prolapse, calling bungee jumping "fun" might be stretching it a bit. Life is not a cartoon and YOU are not Wile E Coyote. 3. Swim with Dolphins. Yeah, that sounds really nice and relaxing. Until the dolphins get bored and start tossing you from one to the other before they begin butting you in the stomach and groin for their hysterical amusement. Flip off Flipper! 4. Walk the entire length of the Great Wall of China. First of all, you can't. Theres only

should prove to be just as popular and is the must see production for all the family. Other previous productions from the school include Disney's Beauty And The Beast,The Wizard Of Oz, Grease, Hairspray, Seussical, Disney's The Little Mermaid, Honk and The Addams Family Musical. We cater for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 and classes take place every Monday and Wednesday in St. Joseph's School, Dungarvan, where the students attend two one hourly classes on both days and we are now taking names for our new term that will commence in February. Places are limited in all our classes and is essential to secure your place early to guarantee your place as we have already had enquiries for our new term. If you like to sing, dance, act or you just like to have fun and make new friends, then Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School is the place for you. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building and having fun while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented, experi-

about a quarter of it still standing. Most of what is left is restricted. If you do actually manage to get on a guided tour on part of the Wall, it will be so crowded that all you will get to see is the back of somebody's head. 5. Drink Champagne out of a shoe. Even if its your own shoe, the possibility of contracting some form of Galloping Pyakki is very high. Don't be silly.....and stop wasting champagne. 6. Ride a horse on a beach bareback. Whether you, the horse or both of you are 'bareback', there are two things to remember; sand and friction. Nuff said! 7. Get A Tattoo. If you have a lot of money to spare, a lifelong dedication to something and a high threshold for pain, then by all means get a tattoo. But make sure you have it done in your own language.Too many people have gone to tattooists in the Far East and asked for "The Spirit of Freedom" to be inked on their arm/chest/back in some mystical writing, only to discover later, it actually says "two portions of egg fried rice", or something worse. 8. Dance in the Rain. Well, there’s no shortage of opportunities for this activity in Ireland. However, there is a shortage of hospital beds, so volunteering to get pneumonia won't endear you to the HSE. 9. Run a Marathon. It’s 26 miles, 385 yards. I'll say that again, 26 miles, 385 yards. In new money, that's more than 42 kilome-

enced and in demand professionals, skills that benefit and stay with the students way and beyond the world of the stage and the rehearsal room. All our students get to perform live on stage in our much talked about high quality full scale end of term productions, so why not see for yourself why so many happy students from the Dungarvan and West Waterford area can’t be wrong. Booking for CATS will open soon and is sure to be busy and we will have more details in the coming weeks in the local press or check us out on our facebook page. For more information on our production of CATS or about our stage school simply contact Brian or David on 0872360330 and we will happily answer any questions you might have. Finally, we would like to congratulate all our students both past and present who were part of the cast for South Eastern Theatre Group's recent production of Les Miserables at the Theatre Royal,Waterford, you all did us proud and keep up the great work.

tres. Think on! 10. Say Hello to a Stranger every day. If you say hello to him on the first day, he's not going to be a stranger any more, is he? On Saturday last I met some strangers at the Old Market House Art Gallery. There was an exhibition of paintings by the very talented Sinéad Hehir. Also on show were a collection of photographs by Kevin Murphy in aid of the Hope Foundation. Both these exhibitions are running until Christmas. Several artists are also showing their work for the holiday season. All the work is available to view and also to buy, should you need inspiration for your seasonal gifts. Artists, who are not strangers any more, include; Marie Claire McGrath, Martine Finucane, Jim Lawn, Ann Brennan, Maria Dowling, Orla O’Rourke, etc, etc There are also some reasonably priced local scenes by an up and coming young artist called Donal Buckley, which are well worth the visit on their own. Ballinameela Creatives meet every Thursday night at the Nook in Modeligo. Ceramics by Paula. Tea and pastries by computer programmer Chris. Diane Ackerman said,"I don't want to get to the end of my life and find that I just lived the length of it. I want to have lived the width of it as well."

"Radharc" by Sinead Hehir

COUNTY NEWS

Kilmacthomas HALLOWE’EN The Halloween Fancy Dress night which took place in Kiersey's Bar was a great success, raising €750 for the Neo Natal Unit in University Hospital,Waterford.This event is organised by Nicky Butler and Rosie who would like to thank everybody involved in making this annual event a huge success. SHOE BOX APPEAL Team Hope Shoebox appeal 2015 is well under way now. Imagine being able to send a Christmas Shoebox gift directly into the hands of a needy boy or girl in Africa or Eastern Europethis Christmas, Team Hope will make it happen for you. For children who have nothing, its the highlight of their year and a huge thank you to everyone who makes it possible. Last year over four and a half thousand filled shoebox's went to an Eastern European country from our depot in Waterford - a lot of boxes but never enough. How to take part, first wrap an average size shoebox with Christmas paper (wrap lid separately), choose whether you'd like a boy or a girl to receive your box and what age. There are 3 age groups 2 to 4, 5 to 9, and 10 to 14. Fill your box with a selection from the following list, hat, scarf, gloves, underwear, pens, pencils, copy books, colouring book, crayons, toothbrush, tooth paste, soap, face cloth, toys sweets, a small game, ball, sunglasses, playing cards, small cuddly toy, skipping rope, dinky cars. Please do not include any liquids items and

no war related items. We provide special stickers for your box's and a special envelope for a contribution of at least €4 per box to enable us to deliver your box. Finally, secure the box with an elastic band, don't seal it with tape. For further information go on line and see www.teamhope.ie D V D, featuring some of the children receiving their boxes last year. For leaflets or to drop your boxes off please contact Marion Foley (opposite Kilmac Garda Station) 051294577. If you feel you can’t do a complete shoebox you might like to donate anyone or more of the gift items mentioned above. Please get all boxes in as soon as possible. Thank you most sincerely on behalf of Team Hope and from the children who will receive your boxes. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Dates for your 2016 diary, Confirmation will take place in Newtown Church on Friday, 6th May at 11.00 am, and First Holy Communions in Kill on Saturday, 7th May, in Kilmacthomas Saturday, 14th May and Newtown Saturday, 21st May all Masses at 11.00 a.m. NAÍONRA CHILL MHIC THOMÁISÍN Many thanks to everyone who supported our recent cake sale by either baking or buying cakes.We raised a total of €490 which will be used to buy some new furnishings for An Naíonra. A big thank you to Pat in Centra for the use of the front hallway on the morning of the cake sale, his ongoing support is greatly

appreciated. CARDIAC GROUP Kilmacthomas Cardiac First Respond Group would like to take this opportunity to thank Pat Phelan, Centra and the people of Kilmacthomas and surrounding areas for their generous support of their recent collection, which raised €1512.28. This is an excellent group who will operate in our area, and you will be kept informed of the groups progress. CAR BOOT SALE Car Boot sale in the Rainbow Community Hall on Sunday, 15th November, the usual fresh home made cakes, buns shrubs, plants available as well as many ideas and gifts to get your Christmas shopping started. Clothing, handbags, jewellery and much more. 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m., teas and coffee served. LOTTO Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw results for Saturday, 7th November. Letters drawn C, D, K, U. No jackpot winner, five winners of €20 each to Jill Whelan, Riverview, Kilmac; Willie Hurton, c/o Danny's; Lynsey O’Connell, Clonea; Greg Whelan, Kilmac and John O’Donnell, Faha. Next week’s jackpot €3,650, be in to win. SWAN LODGE CLASSIC AND VINTAGE CLUB AGM The Swan Lodge Classic & Vintage Club are holding their AGM on Tuesday night, 24th November at 9.00 p.m. in the Kill GAA club house. All members please attend, membership fee due on the night. Contact Quan Butler on 087-2525327.

COMERAGH COMHALTAS

Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach THE RUGGED HILLS The Revolutionary Road Show organised by Waterford County Council on the last Saturday of October displayed many reminders of Co Waterford’s place in the history of those years leading up to the War of Independence. Over the coming years much will be said and written about influential personnel and activities from our district in the hills. The mountainous areas of Ireland have always had a reputation for retaining ties with the past and nowhere is this more prominent than in the areas of music, song and dance. Songs in particular play a big part in commemoration. Compositions from the period itself like Pat Keating’s “Comeraghs Rugged Hills” are sung regularly as are newer songs such as Fr. Bracken’s “A Terrible Beauty was Born” composed for the 50th anniversary of 1916 in 1966. With only months to go to the centenary commemorations new songs are already appearing and at least two were performed at singing events at the Ennis Trad Fest last weekend. Our bards and poets are busy and like almost every aspect of our traditional culture there is vibrancy and vitality which is a wonderful expression of nationhood and freedom. CÚIL NA SMÉAR CONCERT With just over a week to go to our next concert tickets are available as usual from Ben O’Neill’s and the Wine Buff. Led by the fantastic box-player Donal Murphy this poular band “Breaking Trad” have been touring

widely promoting their CD all over Britain and parts of Europe while regularly appearing at well-known venues here in Ireland. The unique setting of Cúil na Sméar Hall, one of the few acoustic venues, is a particular favourite of Donal Murphy’s and already many fans from around the South East have indicated their intention to attend. Start time is 8.30 p.m., tickets are €12 and enquiries and bookings can be made at 0873638002. DANCE BOOM For many years our branch has had to facilitate huge numbers at our music classes. In recent months the numbers attending our dance classes with teacher Deirdra Kiely have increased phenomenally. From this week the finish time is extended to 8.00 p.m. with three distinct groups. The céilí and set-dance class with Mattie Fahey returns this week and will commence at 8.00 p.m. It is great to have Mattie back to pass on his expertise and respect for a great local tradition. Anyone with little ones on waiting lists for music classes could consider bringing them to the dancing. The experience is a great introduction to the sounds and rhythms of our music. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Our branch AGM will take place this coming Sunday in Cúil na Sméar from 6.15 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. during the junior session. The meeting is open to all who are interested in promoting our traditional music, song and dance especially parents of those attending our classes.

Congratulations to Kathleen and Quan Butler, St. Ann's Terrace, Kilmacthomas, who celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary recently and who were married on October 20th, 1965, at Newtown Church, Kilmacthomas. Pictured with their children Nicky, Quan and Majella, also Rosie, Elaine and Robert and their grandchildren at Carrig Hotel, Carrick-on-Suir. They celebrated with family, friends and neighbours and they would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone on joining in their special occasion and all the wonderful wishes and greetings they received. A special thanks to the management and staff of the Carraig Hotel and to John O'Shea from WLR who entertained on the night and to the wonderful slide show of their 50 years together by Andy Kelly. Thanks to Cata Power who made a replica of their wedding cake by Cata Cakes. [Michael Faulkner]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Golden We d d i n g A n n i ve rs a r y

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise SUIRBHÉ NA GAELTACHTA Tá próiseas taighde ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal faoi láthair mar chuid den próiseas pleanála teanga. Ba mhór an cabhair dúinn é an ceistneoir seo a líonadh isteach. Is ceistneoir anaithnid atá ann, is staitisticí ginearálta faoin bpobal, mar shampla cumas labhartha na Gaeilge, meon i leith na Gaeilge agus tuairimí faoi áiseanna agus seirbhísí atá ag teastáil sa cheantar atá uainn. Níl sonraí pearsanta á lorg againn sa suirbhé seo. Tá an ceistneoir seo á scaipeadh ar na tithe Ghaeltacht na nDéise go léir.Tá cúigear ag obair againn chun an ceistneoir a scaipeadh agus a bhailiú. Deuglán Turraoin, Máiréad Uí Ghealbháin, Dónal Ó Murchadha, Eoin Ó Murchadha agus Cáit Uí Fhaoláin. Beidh an ceistneoir fágtha leat ar feadh tuairim is deich lá, agus ansin tiocfaidh ceann de na daoine thuasluaite ar ais chun é a bhailiú. Iarraimid ort comhoibriú linn leis an bpróiseas seo, tá ionchur an phobal fíor-thábhachtach sa phlean teanga agus forbartha atá á ullmhú againn don ceantar seo. Má tá ceist ar bith agat, tar i dteagmháil liomsa ar r-phoist ag cfdeise@gmail.com, san oifig sa Rinn ag (058) 46664 nó sa Sean Phobal ag (058) 46789, nó ag (087) 6225725. Research is being carried out in An Rinn and An Sean Phobal as a part of the Gaeltacht Language planning process. We would greatly appreciate it if you were to participate by completing this survey. The survey is anonymous, we are collecting general statistics about the community, such as ability to speak Irish, perceptions of Irish and opinions in relation to the needs of the community going forward as regards services and facilities in the area. We are not looking to collect personal, identifiable information like names and address of those who complete the survey.This survey is being carried out on all households in the Waterford Gaeltacht. We have five people working to distribute and collect this survey: Deuglán Turraoin, Máiréad Uí Ghealbháin, Dónal Ó Murchadha, Eoin Ó Murchadha and Cáit Uí Fhaoláin.The survey will be left with you for about ten days, and then one of the five people mentioned above will be back to collect it from you.We ask you to cooperate with us in this process, the participation of the community is of vital

importance in the language planning process and is necessary for the language and development plan that we are preparing for the area. If you have any questions, please contact me by E-mail at cfdeise@gmail.com, in the office in An Rinn at (058) 46664 or in An Sean Phobal at (058) 46789, or at (087) 6225725. GRADAM AN CHUMANN TRÁCHTÁLA Táimid fíor sásta a fhógairt gur bhuaigh Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise duais ag oíche bronnadh Gradaim Gnó Chumann Tráchtála Dhún Garbhán & Iarthar Phort Láirge sa rannóg Pobail agus Deonach le linn na deireadh seachtaine. Bhí thart ar 300 gnóthaí curtha isteach ar na gradaim agus d'éirigh le 39 gnóthaí bheith ainmnithe, Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise ina measc. Bhí oíche íontach againn i Chaisleán an Leasa Mhóir ag an bronnadh. Bhí an High Hope Choir ó BÁC i láthair ag deireadh na hoíche agus amhránaíocht álainn inspioráideach acu. Tá comhghairdeas tuilte ag Harty Oysters as ucht Gradam a bhaint amach sa rannóg bia chomh maith. We are delighted to announce that Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise has won an award at the awards night of the Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber of Commerce in the contribution to the Community section over the weekend. Around 300 businesses put themselves forward for an award, of which 39 were short listed, Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise included. Congratulation to Harty Oysters, who also won an award in the Food Business section. CUMANN CAMÓGAÍOCHTA NA RINNE - BIKEATHON Beidh Bikeathon á rith ag Cumann Camógaíochta na Rinne ar an Sathairn 14ú Samhain san ionad siopadóireachta i nDún Garbhán. Beidh na cailíní ag rothaíocht gan stad ó 10.30r.n. - 4.30i.n. Cártaí urraíochta le bheith thar nais inniu An Chéadaoin go dtí Sinéad nó Siobhán. Cumann Camógaíochta na Rinne are running a Bikeathon fundraiser on Saturday the 14th in the Dungarvan Shopping Centre. The girls will be cycling on stationary bikes from 10.30am - 4.30pm. Come along and support. Sponsorship cards to be returned today Wednesday to Sinéad or Siobhán.

AONACH AN PHATRÚIN Beidh margadh Nollaig, ab ainm Aonach an Phatrúin, ar siúl ar an 6ú lá Nollag, sin é lá an phatrúin sa Rinn. Beidh an margadh ar siúl i Halla Pobail na Rinne ón Meánlae go dtí a sé a chlog. Deis iontach a bheas ann roinnt siopadóireacht a dhéanamh don Nollag. Margadh do tairgeoirí áitiúla agus Gaeilge atá ann, tá roinnt maith cláraithe linn cheana, Glór na nGael, Sólas na Mara, Readers Choice, An RNLI, Fíor Mhil, Freedom Surf School, Criostal na Rinne agus neart eile. Beidh Daidí na Nollag ag teacht i láthair chun Hó, Hó, Hó a rá dos na páistí agus beidh roinnt siamsaíocht eagraithe don clann ar fad, ceol ón grúpa Húlaí agus Cór Fear na nDéise san áireamh. I gcomhair tuilleadh eolais, tar i dteagmháil liom ag 058 46664 nó cuir r-phost chuig cfdeise@gmail.com. A Christmas market, called Aonach an Phatrúin, will be held on the 6th of December, Lá an Phatrúin in An Rinn. The market will be held in Halla Pobail na Rinne from midday to six o’clock. This is a great opportunity to get some shopping done for Christmas. This is a market for local and Irish Language producers and we already have many registered, including: Glór na nGael, Sólas na Mara, Readers Choice, An RNLI, Fíor Mhil, Freedom Surf School, Criostal na Rinne and plenty more. Santy will be coming to say hello to the children and entertainment has been organised for the whole family, including music from Húlaí and Cór Fear na nDéise. For further information, please contact 058 46664 or Email cfdeise@gmail.com. PRIDE OF PLACE Tá coiste tiomsaithe airgid don bád tarrthála i gCeann Heilbhic ainmnithe mar iomaitheoirí sa bhabhta ceannais den Pride of Place Awards i mbliana. Beidh an oíche bronnadh ar siúl in Inis, Contae an Chláir, Dé Satharn 14ú lá Mí na Samhna. Beidh coiste tiomsaithe airgid don bád tarrthála in iomaíocht i gcatagóir na n-Oileáin agus Pobail Cois Farraige thar ceann Comhairle Cathair agus Contae Phort Láirge. Guímis gach rath orthu sa chomórtas. Heilbhic Lifeboat Fundraisers, finalists in all Ireland Pride of Place Awards. The presentation will take place in Ennis, Co.

Clare, on Saturday November 14th, for the 2015 IPB Pride of Place Awards. Waterford City & County Council will be represented by Dungarvan & Heilbhic RNLI Fundraising Branch in the Islands and Coastal Communities category. We wish them every success in the competition. CÓISIR NA NOLLAG – NA SEANÓIRÍ Beidh Cóisir na Nollag dos na Seanóirí ar siúl, lá an phatrúin, Domhnach an 6ú Nollag i dTigh an Cheoil. Mar is gnách ag cóisir na Nollaig, beidh béile curtha ar fáil dos na seanóirí sa cheantar. Beidh an cóisir tosaithe ag 2i.n. agus tá fáilte roimh cách. Cóisir na Nollag for the elderly residents of Gaeltacht na nDéise will take place, on Lá an Phatrúin, Sunday the 6th of December. As usual for the Christmas party, a meal will be provided for the elderly of the parish.The party will be starting at 2pm and all are welcome. COISTE LOURDES – AN RINN & AN SEAN PHOBAL Beidh Maidin Caife ar siúl i Mooneys Tigh Tábhairne, An Rinn ó 11.00 r.n. go dtí 2.00 i.n. Dé Satharn, 14 Samhain, 2015. Rachaidh an tairgead a bheidh bailithe i dtreo duine atá tinn ón bparóiste a chur ar oilithreacht Dheoise Phort Láirge is an Leasa Mhóir go Lourdes i Meitheamh 2016. A thuilleadh eolais ó Siobhán de Faoite 058 46191 nó Seosaimhthín Uí Mhuiríosa 058 46262. A Coffee Morning will be held Saturday, 14th November, 2015 in Mooneys Bar. Funds raised will go towards sending a sick person(s) from the Parish on the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes in June, 2016. Further info: Siobhán de Faoite 058 46191 Seosaimhthín Uí Mhuiríosa 058 46262. STEIP NA nDÉISE Táimid sásta a fhógairt go bhfuil sraith ranganna nua ar rince ar an Sean Nós tosaithe i nGaeltacht na nDéise. Beidh an céad rang eile ar siúl Dé hAoine 20ú Samhain. Beidh rang do daoine fásta ar siúl ag 11:20r.n. i Halla Phobail na Rinne. Is é an aidhm atá ag an scéim seo ná ceardlann rince ar an sean nós a chur ar fáil do dhaoine óga sa cheantar thar tréimhse sé mhí. Beidh Rang do daoine fásta ar siúl mar chuid den sraith agus tá fáilte roimh chách. Is é an rinceoir sean

nós, Seosamh Ó Neachtain an té atá roghnaithe againn. Is as An Spidéal i gConamara do agus bhí suim sa Sean Nós aige ó laethanta a h-óige. Tá léirithe déanta aige le chuid de na grúpaí is cáiliúla i gceol agus damhsa Gaelach, Altan, De Danann agus Mairtin O’Connor ina measc. Táimid fíor buíoch don Chomhairle Ealaín as an deontas atá curtha ar fáil acu chun scéim rinceoir cónaitheach a chur ar bun. We are delighted to announce that a new series of classes in Sean Nós dancing has started in the Waterford Gaeltacht. The next class will take place on Friday 20th of November. A class for adults will take place at 11.20am in Halla Phobail na Rinne.The purpose of the scheme is to provide workshops in Sean Nós dancing through Irish to children in the area over a period of six months. An adult class will also take place as part of the series. Sean Nós dancer Seosamh Ó Neachtain has been selected to teach the classes. He hails from An Spidéal in Co. Galway and has had a keen interest in Sean Nós dancing from a young age. He has performed with some of the most influential acts in traditional Irish dance music: Altan, De Danann and Mairtin O’Connor. We are very grateful to from the Arts Council for the support they have provided for the dancer in residence scheme. SRAITH REATHA AGUS SIÚLÓIDE 5KM - CEANN A’ BHATHALA Tá Sraith Reatha agus Siúlóide do dhaoine fásta agus páistí ag dul ar aghaidh faoi láthair. Tosnaíonn sé ag 9:30r.n. maidin Domhnach thíos ag Cé Heilbhic. Bíonn siad ag dul ó Heilbhic, thar tig Muirithe, ansan suas an chéad cnoc, thar tig Bill Kelly, suas thimpeall Ceann a'Bhathala ansan, agus síos thar tig Uí Uallacháin, go crossaire ag Baile na nGall. Soir ansan ar ais go Heilbhic. Tá an Sraith Reatha seo eagraithe ar mhaith le Bord na nÓg agus An Gaeltacht CLG. Beidh an Sraith Reatha ag dul ar aghaidh gach Domhnach go dtí an 13ú Nollag. Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. The Sraith Reatha agus Siúlóid is open to adults and chuldren. It starts on Sunday mornings at 9:30am down at Cé Heilbhic. Starting in Heilbhic, the route go’s past Murrays Pub, and up the first hill, past Bill Kelly's house, then

An Comhlucht Forbartha ag Gradaim Gnó Chumann Tráchtála Dhún Garbhán & Iarthar Phort Láirg. around the head, and continue down the hill past the estate and onto the cross at Baile na nGall, there you turn back to Heilbhic. The Sraith Reatha is in aid of Bord na nÓg and An Gaeltacht GAA. The Sraith Reatha will continue each Sunday until the 13th of September. All are welcome. SPRAOI Beidh Spraoi ag teacht le chéile gach Aoine sa Halla ó 10 r.n. - 12 i.n. Carn spraoi agus spórt do thuismitheoirí agus páistí. Fáilte roimh cách! Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 087 7479428. Spraoi, Parent and Toddler group will meet every Friday in the Halla from 10am -12 noon. Plenty of fun activities for all! Tel 087 7479428. GLÓR TEAGHLAIGH DHÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa dátheangach do thuismitheoirí agus leanaí ar siúl ag Ghlór na nGael gach Céadaoin san Ionad Pobail & Óige i nDún Garbhán ó 10.30am go dtí 12pm. Deis do theaghlaigh Gaeilge teacht lena chéile agus naisc a chothú agus a láidriú. Deis do theaghlaigh nach bhfuil Gaeilge in úsáid acu faoi láthair í a fhoghlaim is a úsáid i slí nádúrtha i suíomh compordach agus tacúil. Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Fáilte roimh chách. A bilingual parent ant toddler group will meet each Wednesday in the Glór na nGael Community and Youth centre in Dungarvan from 10:30am to 12pm. This is an opportunity for families with Irish to get together and develop their connections with each other. It is also an opportunity for families without Irish to learn and use Irish in a comfortable and natural setting. Further information available from Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Bígí Linn! REILIG AN tSLÉIBHE Tá an Coiste Fáilte i nGaeltacht na nDéise i mbun taighde ar stair Reilig an tSléibhe, reilig a théann

siar chuig aimsir an Gorta Mór. Má tá eolas ar bith agat faoi stair na háite sin, beidh an Coiste Fáilte buíoch as teagmháil a dhéanamh leo agus an teolas sin a roinnt. Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 058 46664 nó ag cfdeise@gmail.com An Coiste Fáilte in Gaeltacht na nDéise are researching the history of Reilig an tSléibhe, a graveyard that goes back to the time of the Famine. If you have any information about the history of this site, An Coiste Fáilte would be grateful if you contacted them to share this information. You can contact them at 058 46664 or at cfdeise@gmail.com. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ón Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 911 ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú will be available for appointments in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9am – 11am. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. 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 – www.facebook.com/comhl ucht.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 05846664.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

West Waterford ARTS & CRAFTS EXTRAVAGANZA Come and join us in Villierstown Church Hall on Sunday, 22nd November, from 11.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. for an Aladdin's Cave experience of the best West Waterford has to offer. Over 26 stands with something for everyone. Free admission. TADHG DE BURCA - ALL-STAR & YOUNG PLAYER AWARD WINNER! What a proud moment for all of us as Waterford player Tadhg de Búrca from Clashmore was presented with an All Star award and he was named this year’s Young Player of the Year at the GAA GPA sponsored by Opel All Stars ceremony in Dublin on Friday night. Tadhg is also the first Waterford man to take the Young Hurler of the Year award. What a fantastic year Tadhg had playing a huge part in, Waterford’s success this past season. Congratulations Tadhg and every good wish for the future MONSTER BINGO Our fundraising Monster Bingo in aid of SERT, CASA and the Irish heart foundation takes place in Ardmore on Sunday, November 22nd at 3.00 p.m. and your support will be very much appreciated. TABLE QUIZ On Saturday, November 28th Ballycurrane National school will hold a fundraising table quiz to help provide Whiteboards for the school The quiz will take place at Salmon’s The Old Still with registration at 7.30 p.m. cost per table is just €30 and there are lots of fabulous prizes to be won. So please come along and support your local school and enjoy a great night out BOOK LAUNCH Our much loved local author Mike Hackett is back again with a follow up to last years greatly loved children’s book – Stories for Children (about Youghal) volume 2 will be launched on Thursday, November 19th at 7.00 p.m. in Youghal Library near the Clock Gate. This is a companion book for last years publication and all the twenty stories are local and original The magnificent colour illustrations (thirty eight of them) by local artist Paul Daly are a revelation. The sixty big page glossy format with the large print makes it easy for young readers and should encourage them firstly to read before going on to write their own little stories. Our local town Crier Cliff Winser will announce the event on the street

around the clock gate at 6.30 p.m. before the launching of the book in the library. Adults parents and children of all ages are welcome no speeches only fun and craic. KINSALEBEG NS October non-stop draw: The following are the October winners in the Kinsalebeg N.S. non stop draw which took place at the school recently congratulations to the following: 1st prize - Feredia Daly seller Aaron Daly; 2nd Prize Liam Daly seller Aaron Daly; 3rd Prize - Jade Walsh seller Jade Walsh; 4th Prize Marie Cherry seller - James Sweeney; The winners of our Kids Draw were: Neil Tivy, Aaron Daly and Kody Crowley. Thanks to all for your continued support CHURCH GATE COLLECTION - SENIOR CITIZENS PARTY On the weekend of 14th and 15th November a Church Gate Collection will be taken up in the local Churches for a Parish Senior Citizen New Year Party to be held in Kinsalebeg Hall on 10th January, 2016. Your support would be appreciated. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG LADIES GAA AGM: Clashmore / Kinsalebeg Ladies Football are holding their AGM on the 20th of November in Clashmore. We are asking that all parents and players try to attend this Time to be confirmed. Club Gear: If anyone is interested in getting any of the Club gear, shorts, socks, jersies, hoodies, gear bags or hats for Christmas can you please contact Helena. PARISH OF AGLISH / BALLINAMEELA / MOUNT STUART Novena: Our Novena for the dead takes place from November 14th to 22nd. Saturday 14th - Ballinameela 7.30 p.m. Sunday 15th Mount Stuart 9.45 a.m. Sunday 15th - Aglish 11.00 a.m. Monday 16th - Aglish 7.15 p.m. Tuesday 17th Ballinameela 7.15 p.m. Wednesday 18th Ballinameela 7.15 p.m. (Annual Mass of Remembrance). Thursday 19th - Aglish 9.30 a.m. Friday 20th - Aglish 7.15 p.m. (Annual Mass of Remembrance). Saturday 21st - Ballinameela 7.30 p.m. Sunday 22nd - Mount Stuart 9.45 a.m. Sunday 22nd - Aglish 11.00 a.m. Prayers in the Graveyards November 2015: Sunday 15th - Mount Stuart 9.30 a.m. Saturday 21st Ballinameela 7.15 p.m.

Sunday 22nd - Aglish 10.45 a.m. Booking Masses: If you wish to book masses for any time during January, February or March please do so on the weekend of November 28th & 29th. Retirement: Mr. Ronan Culloo, Principal of Aglish National School has now retired and we wish to extend our thanks and best wishes to him following many years of teaching in Aglish. The schools new principal Ms. Jennie Mulcahy has now taken up her post and we wish her all the best in her new position. A special Mass of thanksgiving to mark the retirement of Ronan Culloo will take place on Friday, November 27th in Aglish Church at 7.00 p.m. followed by refreshments in the school. All are welcome. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO Sunday, November 8th This week’s letters drawn in the Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draws were W, K, Q and M. There was no jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot will be €5,600. €20 each goes to: Tom Kelly, Denis Bradley and Bridie & Richard Walsh. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. FIT FOR LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k will now take place every Monday and Thursday night at 7.15 p.m. Please note no running on Tuesday at the moment. New members always welcome. 21st BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Congratulations and best wishes to Karen O’Brien, Kilmaloo, Clashmore on the occasion of her 21st birthday, which she celebrated last weekend. A very happy birthday to you Karen. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners on Monday, November 9th, night’s 45 Drive at the Decies Bar in Clashmore

were Thomas Power and Liam Curran; Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower, jointly on eight games each. In third place on seven games we had Anne Ledingham and Noel Nugent. Best the last five were Michael Hunt and Martin Lynch. Our lucky last game winners were Kyle Cunningham and Eugene O’Halloran, Michael and Mairead Fahey. Again we would like to remind all our players we are starting our weekly drive at 9.00 p.m. sharp each Monday night. Please, please make an effort to be on time. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO JACKPOT €2,900 Our weekly C l a s h m o re / K i n s a l e b e g GAA Club lotto draw took place on Monday night, November 9th. We had no match four winner in this week’s draw so next week our jackpot will be €2,900, when our draw will take place at the Rising Sun, Clashmore. Our numbers on Monday night were 6, 17, 20 and 30. Well done to the following that were winners of €20 spot prizes this week: Kevin and Anne Crawford, Liam Curran, Mairead Fahey, Chrissie Walsh and Mary Anne Troy. Well done to all our prize winners and thanks to everyone for your wonderful support. CLASHMORE COMMUNITY ALERT! Following another series of robberies throughout West Waterford including our own parish we really need to get more serious about community Alert. Many of us are of the attitude let “them” do it but these people need more help and co-operation To help fund community alert in Clashmore – each year a very successful fund raising “Bumper 45 drive plus a raffle” takes place and this year it will take place on Friday, December 4th at the Decies Bar Clashmore start-

Category Name Community Involvement & Planning Built Environment & Streetscape Landscaping & Open Space Wildlife, Habitats, Natural Amenities Sustainable Waste & Resource Managment Tidiness & Litter Control Residential Streets & Housing Areas Approach Roads, Streets & Lanes Target 2016 Actual Score 2015 Actual Score 2014 Actual Score 2010

ing at 9.00 p.m. sharp We will have lots of great prizes to be won and your support will be very much appreciated CLASHMORE TIDY TOWNS ASSOCIATION AGM At our AGM held on October 7th 2015 the following committee were elected for 2016, Chairman Pat Roche, Secretary Susanne Allen, Treasurer Michael Lombard, PRO Liam Dunne, Community Awareness officer John Daly. Following the election of officers the following actions were discussed and agreed: Clashmore Tidy towns to introduce a Christmas tree in 2015 near the grotto Clashmore Tidy towns to introduce a new face book page in November 2015. Clashmore Tidy towns in conjunction with Waterford county council to develop and implement a 5 year plan for the village Clashmore Tidy towns to hold a Halloween junior disco and carry out church collections in November 2015. Clashmore Tidy towns to clean the playground in December 2015. Clashmore Tidy towns to launch a waste prevention programme with the 3 local national schools in 2016 with the winner getting a day pass to Tayto park & overnight stay near the park for 2 adults and 2 kids. Major project to discuss the possibilities for the village distillery into the future. Clashmore Tidy Towns now have a structure where each team will present a report on a quarterly basis on the work done in their category and as a result of that we expect to get a higher score in 2016 but will be seeking more community involvement, have you a little spare time on your hands and be part of this very progressive group if so we would love to hear from you. Going forward the Tidy Towns team responsible in each category for 2016 are as follows:-

Lyre Heritage By Marie O’Shea “THE season has ended in Lyre though we did have an evening of music, song and seasonal children’s fun last week. This is an event that has become customary and is the delight of young and old alike, employing as it does those old favourites of Hallowe’en games and storytelling all organised by Antoinette Walsh who is a consummate story teller. This week, on invitation, we joined with people of Stradbally and environs and held a Lyre like evening of song, music and storytelling in that wonderful venue the Baron Hall. The event was attended by a large number of people drawn from both camps and enjoying a wonderful and most convivial evening. It is proposed to continue on a regular Thursday evening basis for the winter period and we expect an even larger atten-

dance next Thursday. Do come along. All are welcome. We start at 8.00 p.m. The photographs (by Richard Cutbill) here show some of the fun in progress. A special word of thanks to Davey Griffin whose expertise and energy is a mainstay of the event. He is our permanent musician and ‘caller’ and drives a considerable distance to be with us.”

Responsible Team 2016

Target 2016 Score Pat Roche, Liam Curran, J.J. Fitzgerald 40/60 Liam Dunne, John Daly

40/60

Susanne Allen, Mike McKenna Colette O’Leary, Eamonn O’Doherty, Liam Dunne John Daly, J. J. O’Neill

38/50 34/50

Michael Lombard, Anne O’Rourke Pat Roche, Michael Cashel

60/90 30/50

John Douris, Aidan O’Rourke

33/50

20/50

295 275 265 245

Dancing – Lyre at Barron Hall Stradbally.

[Richard Cutbill]

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

SCOIL GHARBHÁIN

Cuairt an Aire Oideachais agus Scileanna – Jan O’Sullivan BA mhór an onóir agus cúis áthais dúinn é nuair a thug an tAire Oideachais agus scileanna, Jan O’Sullivan cuairt ar Scoil Gharbháin ar an Déardaoin seo caite. Ba mhór linn go raibh Séiplíneach na scoile Fr. Michael Enright agus an Sagart Paróiste Fr. Ned Hassett linn chun fáilte a chur roimpi. Beidh cuimhne deas ag na daltaí ó Scoil Gharbháin ar an ócáid stairiúil seo mar seo an chéad uair don Aire Oideachais agus scileanna cuairt a thabhairt ar an scoil. Ár mbuíochas le Seán O Laoghaire, Méara Tánaiste an Chontae agus na Cathrach as teacht chun an ócáid a cheiliúradh inár dteannta. Bhí Ciara Conway an Teachta Dála áitiúil i dteannta an Aire. Chas ceoltóirí na scoile faoi stiúir Múinteoir Hilda agus í ag seinnt ar an mbosca Ceoil don Aire agus í ag teacht isteach. Bhí an ceol fíor álainn. Ár mbuíochas le Hilda, le Henry agus le ceoltóirí iontacha na scoile. Chuir daltaí agus foireann na scoile fíor chaoin fáilte roimpi sa Halla nua. B’ iontach an rud é go raibh Seamus Mac Craith ann a labhair go pearsanta leis an Aire mar bhí Seamus ar dhuine des na daoine a bhunaigh an scoil agus is le dúthracht a chuid oibre a tógadh an Scoil ar an gcéad

dul síos. Bhí dreas cainte ag Cathaoirleach Choiste na dTuismitheoirí Pauline Travers agus ball den Choiste fíor gníomhach Trish Ryan leis an Aire agus mhol an Aire iad as an méid atá bainte amach ag an gcoiste sa scoil. Labhair an t-Aire as Gaeilge go muiníneach leis na páistí agus d’fhreagair sí a gcuid ceisteanna agus bhí slí fíor álainn aici leo. Bhronn Aoibhinn Ní Ghráda ó Rang 6 píosa breá de ghloine na Rinne ar an Aire ar son na scoile agus bhronn Múinteoir Siobhán Ághas an chéad múinteoir agus an chéad Príomhoide ar Scoil Gharbháin hamper breá d’earraí áitiúla ar an aire le cabhair ó Chaoimhe Ní Chatháin agus ó Shauna de Mordha. Ghlac Karen Dempsey carn ceart griangrafanna den ócáid. Ár mbuíochas ó chroí le Karen iar thuismitheoir na scoile as a gcuid oibre ar an lá. Cuireadh críoch le cúrsaí nuair a chan daltaí agus foireann na scoile ‘Do Bhíos sa Lá i bPort Láirge’ agus ‘Seán Ó Loinn’ don Aire faoi stiúir Múinteoir Máire agus í ag seinnt ar an ngiotár. MINISTER FOR EDUCATION AND SKILL, JAN O’SULLIVAN VISITS SCOIL GHARBHÁIN It was a huge honour and a joyous

occasion when the Minister for Education and Skills - Jan O’Sullivan visited Scoil Gharbháin on Thursday last. We were delighted to have our Chaplin Fr. Michael Enright and our Parish Priest Fr. Ned Hassett with us to welcome her. The children will have fond memories of this occasion as this is the first time the Minister for Education and Skills has visited Scoil Gharbháin. We greatly appreciated that John O’Leary Deputy Mayor of City and County Waterford joined us in our celebrations. Our local T.D. Ciara Conway accompanied the Minister. Our musicians from Scoil Gharbháin under the guidance of Múinteoir Hilda as she played the accordion, entertained the Minister as she entered our new halla. The music certainly added to the occasion. A Big thank you to Múinteoir Hilda, to Henry and to our talented musicians. The staff and pupils of Scoil Gharbháin applauded the Minister in welcome as she entered the Halla. We were delighted that Seamus Mac Craith was with us to welcome the Minister. Seamus is a founder member of Scoil Gharbháin and due

to his relentless devotion to the campaign that Scoil Gharbháin opened the doors of our permanent building in 1993. The Minister also spoke to the Chairperson of the Parents’ Association Pauline Travers and Trish Ryan a member of the Coiste and praised the Coiste for their fantastic achievements. The Minister addressed the children and answered their questions. She had a lovely manner with the children and spoke Irish confidently. Aoibhinn Ní Ghráda from Rang 6 presented the Minister with a beautifully engraved piece of Criostal na Rinne and Múinteoir Siobhán Ághas the first teacher and Principal of Scoil Gharbháin with a helping hand from and Caoimhe Ní Chatháin and from Shauna de Mordha presented the Minister with a hamper of local produce. Karen Dempsey captured the day with an array of photographs. Karen is a past parent of Scoil Gharbháin. A big thank you to Karen for all her hard work on the day. The visit drew to a close as both staff and pupils sang ‘Do Bhíos sa lá i bPort Láirge’ and ‘Seán Ó Loinn’ accompanied by Múinteoir Máire on the guitar.

Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside Parents’ Association THE SCHOOLS QUIZ SEASON IS UPON US The Parents’ Association for Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside run quizzes every year for young people from third class upwards. It's a table quiz where peers can test their knowledge in a safe supervised environment and maybe even win a prize. Students from other schools are encouraged to come along and bring a team. The quiz will be held in the beautiful new school Hall and so, please note that sweets and drinks are not allowed. The first event will be the Third Class Quiz, which is on this Wednesday, 11th November from 7.15 p.m.-9.00 p.m. Teams of 4 third class pupils can come along to compete. Tickets cost €4 per child or €16 for a team of 4 and that includes a free strip of raffle tickets for each child. There will be no further costs during the evening.We are grateful to David Walsh Office Supplies, Easons and Liam Rossiter Butchers for their kind sponsorship of the quiz and raffles prizes. If you are a 4th class student, Wednesday, December 2nd is the date the you need to note in your diary. The Fourth Class Quiz will also run from 7.15 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. and both quizzes happen in the School Hall at Scoil Mhuire, Abbeyside, Dungarvan. 5th and 6th class quizzes will be held after Christmas, so watch this space for more on the dates for them and get studying.

ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Maths week activities – First Class on their maths trail around the school.

Minister Jan O’Sullivan on her recent visit to our ASD pre school.

St. Mary's football team and members of Go Dungarvan ready to cycle.

Minister Jan O'Sullivan on her recent visit to our ASD Preschool.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

GARRANBANE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Football Championship

Dogs Trust visit.

ST. MARY’S NATIONAL SCHOOL, TOURANEENA

Busy month for Touraneena NS WE'VE had another busy month with a visit from the Deirdre Uí Dhubhda, Education and Community Officer (South East Area). She introduced her two dogs, to the pupils and talked to them about the responsibilities involved in taking care of a dog.We had our Hallowe’en party on Friday, the 23rd of October. A great day was had by both pupils and staff as can be seen from our pictures. Pupils from 4th to 6th class have started swimming for a period of six weeks this term. They will be heading to Árd Scoil na nDéise on Friday for a Science work

Girls who won the Schools Football Finals on Saturday, 7th November. shop. Finally, a big congrat- on Saturday the 7th of the cup. Well done girls! ulations to our girls from November. Conditions Thanks to all who came 4th, 5th and 6th who won weren't great but they and supported us on the the Schools Football Finals fought hard and took home day.

Children in juniors, seniors and 1st classes

Staff and children in 2nd & 3rd classes.

BOTH boys and girls teams have been very busy over the last few weeks on the sporting front. A girls team and a boys team travelled to Abbeyside to take on Scoil Garbháin in the first round of the football championship. After two great games we came away with one win and one narrow defeat. We travelled to play St. Mary’s and St. Joseph’s in the second round of the championship, we played some excellent football in the two games. We were delighted to come away with wins for both our boys and girls teams. We then travelled to Abbeyside with the boys and Ballymacarbry with the girls to play our final group game and to try and secure a place in the semi-finals. The result didn't go our way for the girls team versus Ballymacarbry in the Cumann na mBunscoil Western Semi-Final. However, we had great fun and the girls really did the school proud. The boys football team, having topped our group, took on Lismore in the Western semi-final. We made a lightning start and put 2-1 on the board in the opening few minutes. This was a great victory for the school and we went on to play the Western Final against Ballymacarbry on November 7th. The victory was ours on the day. We knew we had done really well to get this far, so we were really focused going into the game. We were delighted to be the first Garranbane team in a few years to win the final. Everyone played their part in what was a great win for Garranbane School. WELCOME MORNING – JUNIOR INFANTS We held a “Welcome Morning” for all Junior Infants and their parents on Friday, October 16th in the Junior Infant classroom. Fr. Hassett gave a blessing and Ms. Casey and Miss. Walsh spoke to the parents. It was a lovely occasion with the Junior Infants singing their

hearts out for their parents. The morning finished with a cup of tea, giving everyone a chance to get to know one another. VISIT TO DUNGARVAN LIBRARY As part of the Children's Book Festival 2015, our pupils enjoyed a visit to Dungarvan Library. They met with author Michael Smith. He spoke to them about the life and times of explorer Tom Crean. The children were fascinated about the exploits of the daring explorer and had many questions for Michael. We would like to thank the staff at Dungarvan Library for their warm welcome. We always enjoy our visits to this wonderful library. HALLOWE’EN The mid-term break seemed to come around quickly and the children were ready to let their hair down and party. Hallowe’en was celebrated in style in Garranbane. The pupils got into the spirit of Oíche Shamhna by making fabulous masks, bats, spiders, witches and dressing up in

spooky costumes.Well done to their parents who put in a huge effort with costumes and face paints. VISIT TO WIT As part of Maths Week 2015 the children of 5th and 6th class travelled to WIT on Monday, October 12th. ‘We attended “Secret lies and Mathematics” with Dr. Maths aka Steve Humble. He spoke about different mathematicians and gave the children an insight into their studies. He showed the children several card tricks and explained the maths behind it. The children really enjoyed their trip and it started us off on the right foot for Maths Week 2015. MATHS WEEK Maths week was a busy week in Garranbane School. All classes got involved in a wide range of maths activities. Maths games, maths quizzes and maths trails were the order of the day. Guess the weight of the pumpkin was a great success. Well done to Matthew Carroll-Lawlor who accurately guessed the correct weight.

Three blind mice found their way to Garranbane N.S. for Hallowe’en.

Maths week- Weighing the pumpkin.

Author Michael Smith addresses the children in Dungarvan Library.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 Novmeber, 2015

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Blackwater Community School Open Night LAST Tuesday evening we held our Open Night for incoming students and their parents for the school year 2016/2017. The evening started with a tour of the school and the prospective students visited a wide range of presentations on the subjects on offer for first years. Teachers and students outlined the areas for their subjects over the three years and in particular this was invaluable for the subjects that they must make a choice in before they start in September. In the John Treacy Hall there followed a presentation by the principal Mr Denis Ring and a number of students spoke on their experiences in BCS in Junior and Senior Years. Well done to all who contributed to the night from the Cairde, the School Choir and to the students themselves. SENIOR LADIES FOOTBALL Well done to the senior team on your victory over Doon last Thursday in Mitchelstown. PRIMARY QUIZ Well done to all the local Primary School pupils who attended the recent Hallowe’en Fun Table Quiz in the School Hall. They came in wonderful Hallowe’en costumes with prizes for the best dressed. We are delighted that almost 50 teams attended on the night. Photos of the night will appear on our school facebook page. TY WORK EXPERIENCE Best of luck to our Transition Year students who are out this week experiencing the world of work in a wide range of career opportunities as part of their work experience programme. AMSTERDAM TRIP Almost 90 students left BCS on Thursday morning at 3.00 a.m. to head for Cork Airport for a four day school trip to Amsterdam.

Day one included a tour of the Ajax Stadium – The Amsterdam Arena – with a sideline visit to see the extent of the stadium itself, a tour of the grounds including the press stand and press room, the soft leather seating area near the dugouts, the upper tier section, the dressing rooms, the exhibition area, the photocall area to name but a few. It was surprising to see the home sections but more particularly the away section. In the afternoon we visited the NEMO Science Centre with four floors of a variety of science experiments that students could engage in. Day two we did a canal tour of the city and did an amazing tour of the Anne Frank House, the young teenager who went into hiding with her family during World War 2. At lunchtime we walked through the city centre and saw Dam Square which was a hive of activity during our stay with many stands and amusements and in the afternoon we visited the Rijksmuseum and explored many of the art and history collections. The third day was a fun filled day at the Efteling Theme Park about an hour’s journey outside Amsterdam. Our last day was a trip to the Amsterdam Dungeons for a scary trip through many of the past characters of Amsterdam and on our way to the airport we stopped off at Zaanse Schans Village, an area that dates back to the 18th and 19th centuries consisting of windmills, craft shops, barns, houses and museums to give us a taste of what a working community was like. Late Sunday night many tired a weary students arrived back in Lismore but with many good memories and experiences of the city of Amsterdam and what it has to offer. Well done and thanks to all involved in organising such a great tour.

STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTIONS This year’s elections to the Student Council body will take place on Friday morning. Election fever and canvassing has started over the last week. ALL STARS AWARDS Well done and congratulations to Maurice Shanahan who received his first hurling All Star Award in Dublin last Friday night. We also congratulate Lorraine Bray who picked up her camogie Star Award last Saturday night in Dublin. CAREERS NIGHT We invite all TY, 5th and 6th year students along with their parents to this year’s Careers Night in BCS next Monday night, November 16th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Colleges and universities including Mary I, Limerick, Colaiste Cathal Naofa, Dungarvan, UCC, UL, NUI Galway, NUI Maynooth, LIT Limerick, WIT Waterford, DIT Dublin, CIT Cork, Teagasc Kildalton and Shannon College of Hotel Management will attend to answer your questions on courses and questions you might have on college life. Transition Years give an insight on how their first term has been. TAKE A HIKE On the fourteenth of October our Transition Year went on a hike up the Coumshingaun Mountains. We left school at nine o’clock in the morning and arrived at the mountains at ten o’clock. We begun walking straight away and it was difficult from the beginning. It was a flat path for about ten minutes and then the uphill struggle begun. After walking for about twenty minutes a lot of us hand to take a break due to the struggle of going uphill. We started off on our adventure again for about another forty minutes to an

Students at the I AM AMSTERDAM logo at the Rijksmuseum during their recent school tour.

hour until we reached the Lake.When we reached the lake we had a small bit to eat and took a break for thirty minutes. Here we took some fun pictures and had a laugh with everyone before we set off again. It felt like our break was five minutes because before we knew it we were back on the mountains again and this part was the real uphill struggle. We began walking and it felt like I was climbing Mount Everest or some huge mountain like that. Some people were climbing up the mountain like it was nothing but others including me found it tough. All we wanted to do was stop and wait until the others were coming back down but our teachers wouldn’t let us and kept pushing us to do it and to be honest I’m kind of glad they did. Near enough to an hour we eventually made it to the top.The feeling of making it was sort of indescribable because it was such a struggle to do. We were all so happy we made it to the top, but then we remembered we had to go back down! We stayed on the top of the mountains for a short while and had something to eat. Now the hardest part of it all began. We had to go back down the mountain. Going down was very difficult. It was very slippery and many people kept falling, me included. It was also fun at the same time because everyone was laughing. When we eventually reached the bottom we all sat around and relaxed because we were so exhausted. Everyone was over the moon that they completed The Hike. At two o’clock we went back to the buses to head home but we stopped off in Apple Green for a half an hour to get some nice food and chill out. We arrived back to the school at quarter past three and headed home. Our hike

was five kilometres but it felt about twelve! I would recommend this hike to sight seers and people who enjoy walking. (By Lucy McCarthy) THE INTRODUCTION TO TY WAS AS NICE AS PIE Hello everyone, my name is Jack Clough and I’m going to write my article about my induction day into TY and how I felt about going into TY and how I thought my first day would go.To be honest I was quite nervous about going into TY. My biggest question was whether I would like it or not and also would I regret this decision of going into TY but it was no where near as bad as I had previously thought.The first thing we did that day was kayaking from Lismore to Cappoquin down the Blackwater river, I found the experience very enjoyable as I had never been kayaking before, if you haven’t been kayaking yet I strongly suggest you do as it is a very enjoyable experience and you definitely won’t regret it. Secondly, that day we went on a treasure hunt in the nearby woods, we had to find little stands with letters on them which eventually added up to a word, the treasure hunt took around an hour to complete and everyone seemed to have had enjoyed it and I certainly did as well. Last but not least, we went on a quiz walk around Lismore town in which we were asked to go certain places and answer questions on the sheet we were given, the questions where mainly about famous landmarks in Lismore and that finished the day off nicely. Overall I really enjoyed the induction day into TY, it was nowhere near as bad as I had thought considering I was nervous about it to begin with, it really put

First Year students in the Home Economics Room during last week’s Open Night. everything at ease for me and was a nice way to start off the year so I would suggest to anyone who is nervous about TY as it has been a very enjoyable year for me so far and I’m looking forward to the rest of TY and what else it holds. OUR DAY IN ARDMORE On the 18th September, we the students of Transition Year in Blackwater Community School, went on a pilgrimage to Ardmore, County Waterford. On our walk, the first stop was at Saint Declan’s Well. It is said that Declan liked to come here to sit, pray and reflect. Near the well there are also the remains of a very early church. Stations are performed at the well on July 24th. People line up at the well and bless the person behind them. We also went to Father Michael’s Well, we blessed ourselves with the water. This water is said to help peoples eyesight. The next stop on our walk was at the Samson ship wreck. The Samson was a floating crane-ship and on the 11th December, 1987 bad weather forced the craneship up onto the rocks.Two crew men survived that night.We then moved on to the coast guard station.This coast guard station was built in 1867; it was the second station to be built in Ardmore. The station was continually manned until the Civil War (1922). The station was taken over by

the Republicans and burned down. This castle is located near the coast guard station, and so is a newer lookout post. This post was constructed by the Irish Government in 1940. It was used in World War 2 to log ships and planes that passed Ardmore. We then walked on for another 20 minutes to the Round Tower. The tower is around 16 metres wide and is about 30 metres tall. The round tower would have been used in times of war, to hide during an attack, or to keep valuables safe. There are also the ruins of a Cathedral on the same site as the round tower. On one of the exterior walls there is a series of pictured depicting pictured from the bible. These include ‘Adam and Eve’ and ‘The Wisdom of Solomon’. There are also ogham stones and other various pieces of dressed stone around the site.We then had lunch and walked around the scenic town. After lunch, we had Mass at Saint Declan’s Well. Father Cullinan said mass and some students played music and sang. After mass we went back to school. Overall, I felt that this pilgrimage was very worthwhile and interesting. We got to learn about a site that is very near to us.There was a lot of history around the place and it was interesting to learn about. (By Tara Hickey)

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

St. Augustine’s College Open Day Tomi Reichental recently visited the college and gave a group of Transition Year and Leaving Certificate history students a very informed and thought provoking talk on the time he spent in the notorious Bergen-Belsen concentration camp as a prisoner of the Nazi regime during World War Two. Later Mr Reichental signed copies of his book, “I Was a Boy in Belsen” for both students and teachers. Many thanks to Mrs Karen Murphy who organised the visit. Pictured is Mrs Karen Murphy, Shane Coleman (5th Year), Mr Tomi Reichental, Phoepe Dipple (5th Year) and Ms. Joyce Weinrib.

5th Year students members of the cast of the South-East Theatre Group’s production of “Les Misérables” which was staged at Waterford’s Theatre Royal recently. Back row left to right Shauna Clancy (Girl 1), Laura Wade (Female Ensemble), Dearbha Skehan (Female Ensemble), Sarah Fitzgerald (Lovely Ladies), Phoebe Dipple (Cosette). Front row left to right: Ryan Keane (Constable 2), Padraic Di Fusco (Enjolras), Danny Brockie (Marius), George Coleman (Chain Gang), Séan Vaianela (Chain Gang).

OUR annual Open Day for all incoming 1st year students takes place on Saturday, 21st November, 2015, from 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. The programme for the day is an address by Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain which will be followed by a tour of the school. There will be opportunities to meet members of the staff and Parents’ Association. Application forms for incoming 1st Year students 2016/17 will be available on the day. Completed forms must be submitted by Friday, November 27th, 2015, before 4.00 p.m. We look forward to meeting you all at The Friary. GAA NEWS U-14 FOOTBALL Our U-14 footballers got off the mark last Monday when we both our teams beat St Declan’s Kilmacthomas in the Friary pitch. Game 1 was a tight affair and we had to come from behind to win by two points. In game 2 we had it slightly easier when we ran out winners by nine points. In all 34 players saw action and this group are progress-

ing well and developing into a fine team. Next up we play Meanscoil na Rínne on Tuesday 10th in the Friary. SENIOR GAA Our senior footballers play Rockwell College in the next round of the B Munster Championship while our senior hurlers have qualified for the last

sixteen of the B Hurling championship where we await the runners up of the corresponding group. COUNTY 1st YEAR HURLING BLITZ The 1st year hurling blitz due to be held last week was cancelled due to poor weather and is now rescheduled for Friday, 20th November in Carriganore.

Pictured above are Shane Coleman and Maurice Sheehan, fifth year. Both are members of our Senior Debating Society who competed in the first round of the Munster Schools Debating Competition in UCC. They opposed the motion, 'Aid to nondemocracies should be cut”. Owen O’Hara and Peter O’Sullivan, fifth year also competed in the same competition. They proposed of the motion, 'Schools should ban the promotion of religion in schools.' Both Owen and Peter are through to the next round. Well done to all. Thanks to teacher Mrs Karen Murphy who helped the students prepare for the competition.

ARD SCOIL NA NDEISE

University Open Days EARLIER in the term Mrs. Gleeson, our Guidance Counsellor, took interested Sixth Year students to Dublin for the Higher Options Conference, and this proved to be very informative. Students are encouraged to attend the regional third level college Open Days in Fifth Year, as they have more time in that

academic year to inform themselves about the various courses that will be on offer when they complete their Leaving Certificate examination. Students travelled to the University of Limerick Open Day in October with Mrs. Gleeson, Mrs. O’Driscoll and Mrs. Curran.

At the crime scene student “investigators” test the weapon used in the murder of Mickey the Mannequin.

SCIENCE WEEK Many students from local primary schools are attending Science Workshops in Ard Scoil na nDéise this week, as it is Science Week. We will have more news on this in next week’s notes. THE CRIME SCENE On Wednesday, the 21st of October the TYB class held a mock Crime Scene investigation.The scene was set in the video room where a ‘body’ was found at approximately 9.00 that morning. The victim was later named as Mickey the Mannequin who was stabbed in the stomach and pronounced dead at the scene.There were three suspects brought into custody and their mug shots were taken. These were Mr. Collins, Ms. Brosnan and Ms.McCarthy. The class was then divided into groups and each carried out an investigation by numbering the evidence and taking fingerprints from the ‘body’ and weapons using powder and

DNA tape. They then took pictures of the scene and evidence, and collected footprints using cement. The ‘investigators’ also collected fibres such as strands of hair. The investigators also found threatening notes left at the crime scene. The investigators have finished collecting their data and the case is underway to find the culprit of Mickey the Mannequin’s murderer so he can be avenged. There will be an update on any further leads to the murder of Mickey the Mannequin. By Aisling Baumann & Katie Ferncombe Remember, our Celebration of Music and Dance concert takes place this Thursday, November 12th, at 7.30 p.m. in the Junior Hall. Tickets are on sale at the school office, €10 for adults and €7 for students. Ard Scoil na nDéise Open Night will take place on Thursday, November 19th at 7.30 p.m.

At the crime scene student “investigators” prepare to examine the body of the victim, Mickey the Mannequin.

Ard Scoil na nDéise students photographed at University of Limerick Open Day with Mrs. Gleeson, Guidance Counsellor.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Daltaí Bhliain 6 a bhuaigh duais Lá San Nioclás anuraidh, ag baint súip as seisiún mharcaíocht toinne ag Scoil Surfála Freedom ar an Trá Mhór, Co. Phort Láirge.

MEANSCOIL SAN NIOCLAS

Meánscoil Ghaeltachta suite i nGaeltacht na nDéise-níl ár sárú ann! LÁ OSCAILTE MHEÁNSCOIL SAN NIOCLÁS DÉ SATHAIRN 14 SAMHAIN Fearaimid na múrtha fáilte roimh dhaltaí agus a dtuismitheoirí/gcaomhnóirí teacht go dtí. Lá Oscailte Mheánscoil San Nioclás, Dé Sathairn 14 Samhain 2015 ar 10.00 a.m. 12 nóin. Beidh ionadaithe ó phobal uile na scoile i láthair chun a ndea-thaithí phearsanta ar Mheánscoil San Nioclás a roinnt libh. Beidh baill d’údaráis agus d’fhoireann uile na Meánscoile ann chun aon cheist a bheidh ag daltaí nó a muintir a phlé leo. Buailfidh daoine le daltaí agus le hiardhaltaí linn, chun taobh an duine óig de shaol na Meánscoile a roinnt leo. Beidh spriod agus féiniúlacht leithleach na Meánscoile soiléir agus sun-

tasach do gach duine a bhuaileann thar tháirseach na scoile isteach chugainn agus táimid an-mhuiníneach go rachaidh an taithí sin i bhfeidhm go mór ar chách. Táimid an-bhródúil as a bhfuil bainte amach againne agus ár bhfís acadúil á leanúint againn sa scoil Ghaeltachta seo le linn na mblianta. Tá clú agus cáil ar Mheánscoil San Nioclás mar gheall ar an oideachas agus na torthaí den chéad scoth a bhaintear amach fad is a dhírítear i gcónaí ar fhorbairt an dalta go hiomlánaíoch. Tá béim ollmhór ar an gceol agus ar an spórt sa scoil agus tugtar gach tacaíocht do dhaltaí a gcuid buanna a fhorbairt. Ba mhór againn do chomhluadarsa agus do thacaíocht chun ár nurraim d’oidhreacht na nDéise, don Ghaeilge agus don léann a

roinnt leat in iarbhunscoil atá dalta lárnach. Bí linn agus fáilte! IDIRBHLIAIN I nGAELTACHT NA nDÉISE Tá Coláiste na Rinne i gcomhair le Meánscoil san Nioclás sa Rinn ag seoladh idirbhliana nua ina mbeidh sé d’uain ag daltaí cur futhu i gColáiste na Rinne agus feabhas a chur ar a gcuid Gaeilge. Clárófar daltaí mar dhaltaí na Meánscoile agus leanfaidh siad cúrsaí acadúla agus curaclaim de réir chlár idirbhliana na Meánscoile. Beidh lóistín iomlán cúig oíche sa tseachtain ag daltaí i gColáiste na Rinne agus is ansin a thabharfaidh siad faoin iliomad cúrsaí seach-churaclaim trí mheán na Gaeilge tar éis uaireanta scoile. Beidh socrúchán oibre cheithre seachtaine mar chuid dhílis den chlár

Daltaí Bhliain 1 & 2 ag baint an-taitnimh as an seó bóthair Bin It, an tseachtain seo caite.

iomlán seo agus is ar chrann an dalta a thitfidh sé é sin a shocrú. Táthar ag súil le rang amháin a bheith linn don chéad bhliain seo den chúrsa. Is trí mheán na Gaeilge go hiomlán a reachtálfar an clár agus tabharfar gach tacaíocht do dhaltaí, chun cabhrú leo ar a gcúrsa teanga. Leanfar leis an gcúrsa aitheanta TEG (Teastas Eorpach sa Ghaeilge) le deimhin a dhéanamh de go dtabharfar dúshlan do dhaltaí a mianach a bhaint amach ag an leibhéal cuí. Eagrófar ceardlanna sna meáin agus i léiriúchán scannáin / teilifíse mar chuid lárnach den chúrsa. Is cinnte go mbeadh an Idirbhliain seo anoiriúnach go deo do dhaltaí a bheidh ag tabhairt faoi scrúdú Gaeilge na hArdteistiméireachta agus do dhaoine óga gur suim leo an Ghaeilge, cúrsaí cultúrtha agus

oidhreachta. D’oirfeadh sé go seoigh do dhaltaí a mbeadh suim acu gairmeacha beatha a leanúint i reimsí an oideachais, an dlí, na meán, na hiriseoireachta agus an aistriúcháin agus i ngairmeacha eile nach iad. Beidh an Idirbhliain nuálach seo á seoladh go hoifigiúil ar 16 Eanáir 2016. Tá an-suim á léiriú inti cheana féin ach tá líón áirithe d’áiteanna fós ar fáil. Tuilleadh Eolais agus foirmeacha iarratais ar fáil ar www.anrinn.com. Fón: (058) 46128; Ríomhphost: eolas@anrinn.com FOIREANN NA MEÁNSCOILE AGUS CÚRSAÍ LÉINN Tréaslaíonn foireann agus muintir Mheánscoil san Nioclás le baill nua foirne ar bronnadh céimeanna orthu le déanaí. Bronnadh céim BScOid- céim in Oideachas sna hEolaíochtaí Fisiceacha- i gColáiste na hOllscoile, Corcaigh, ar Dhónall Ó Floinn gurb as Baile na Molt ó dhúchas dó. Mar is ionann do go leor de dhaltaí Mheánscoil san Nioclás, d’fhreastail Dónall ar Scoil Gharbháin agus é sa bhunscoil. Tá sé ag baint an-taitnimh as an seans a chuid Gaeilge a chleachtadh arís agus é ag múineadh Eolaíochta sa scoil. Is mór ag foireann agus ag daltaí Mheánscoil San Nioclás, na hoideachasóirí óga, fuinniúla, cumasacha seo a bheith inár measc agus guímid gach rath agus séan orthu sa ghairm atá rompu amach. Go maire siad a n-aislingí. LÁ SAN NIOCLÁS AG TEANNADH LINN Tá daltaí agus foireann na Meánsoile ag coinne go mór le Lá San Nioclás, lá naomhphátrún na Rinne agus na Meánscoile a chéiliúrtar ar an 6 Nollaig. Beimid ag céiliúradh na féile seo Dé hAoine 4 Nollaig i mbliana agus na daltaí ag ullmhú na míreanna cultúrtha a chuirfidh siad i láthair mhuintir na scoile, cheana féin. Bronntar duais gach aon bhliain ar an rang a chuireann an mhír is taitneamhaí, is snasta agus is fearr

Maedhbh Nic Gearailt, ón Rinn, a bhuail le Cáit Ní Annáin, múinteoir Spáinnise na Meánscoile, nuair a thug sí cuairt ar SN na Rinne le déanaí. Beidh Maedhbh ar dhuine de na daltaí a bheidh linn ar an Lá Oscailte agus í ag coinne go mór le tosnú sa Mheánscoil. ó thaobh na Gaeilge de i láthair phobal na scoile agus leantar le béile agus céilí beag i ndiaidh na dtaispeántas ranga úd. Is lá fíor speisialta é Lá san Nioclás i Meánsoil San Nioclás ina ndéanaimid comóradh ar gach gné d’oidhreacht agus de chultúr traidisiúnta Ghaeltacht na nDéise. Is cuid dhílis dár bhféiniúlacht Dhéiseach é. SEÓ BÓTHAIR BIN IT AR CUAIRT AR AN MEÁNSCOIL Is iomaí duais atá buaite ag an seó bóthair Bin It a thug cuairt ar dhaltaí sóisearacha le déanaí. Déanann an seó tréaniarracht daoine óga a spreagadh chun freagracht phearsanta a ghlacadh as diúscairt a gcuid bruscair. Cuireann sé ar dhaltaí machnamh a dhéanamh ar na slite is fearr chun dul i ngleic le fadhb fhrithshóisialta an bhruscair. Is í an sprioc atá ag an Seó

Bóthair seo ná iompar agus dearcadh daoine i leith bruscair a athrú agus baintear úsáid as iliomad acmhainní agus saineolas chun an sprioc sin a chomhlíonadh. Díríonn Bin It ar fheasacht a chothú maidir le himpleachtaí an bhruscair don chomhshaol agus ar na mórcheisteanna sóisialta a bhaineann le bruscar. Leagtar béim faoi leith ar fhadhb mhór an ghuma coganta sa tsochaí. Tacaíonn an cheardlann seo le cúrsaí éagsúla an Teastais Shóisearaigh agus meallann sé comhoibriú, rannpháirtíocht agus suim na ndaltaí. Tugann an t-údarás áitiúil, Comhairle Contae agus Cathrach Phort Láirge tacaíocht don Seó Bóthair seo atá ag céiliúradh a deichiú bliain ar an bhfód i mbliana. Bhain na daltaí agus na múinteoiri ar fad idir thaitneamh agus thairbhe as an ócáid.

Danny Ó Floinn ó Bhaile na Molt ar bronnadh BScOid air--céim in Oideachas na nEolaíochtaí Fisiceacha-i gColáiste na hOllscoile, Corcaigh le déanaí.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Best Result in Ireland

Winners of the 1st year Quiz organised by 5th Year Mentors at St. Declan's Community College Mr. Power (Principal), Nathan Cleary Aulsberry, David Flynn, Caelan Dunphy, Amy Coady and Sorcha Dee.

First Year Students who were runners up in the recent quiz organised by 5th Year Mentors at St. Declan's Community College - Stephen Harney, Liam Flynn, Ellen Hallihan, Mr. Power (Principal), Becky Jay Keohan, Kylie Heinen.

CONGRATULATIONS to Michael Behan Leaving Certificate student 2015 who achieved the highest result in Ireland in German in this year’s Leaving Cert. FIRST YEAR QUIZ On 20th October a Quiz was organised for all 1st Years in St. Declans. It was organised by the 1st Yr mentors along with Ms. Carroll and Ms. Farrell. The mentors’ role as a group of 15 5th Yr students is to provide support and organise events for 1st Years. After 10 rounds of general knowledge, riddles, true or false questions and even a tie breaker, our winners were announced! In first place was team 5, members were Sorcha Dee, Aimee Coady, David Flynn, Caelan Dunphy and Nathan Cleary Aulsberry. In second place was team 8 including Kylie Heinen, Ellen Hallihan, Stephen Harney, Liam Flynn and Beckie Jay Keohan. In third place were Mia Lenihan, Niamh Phelan, Colyn Power, Matteo Mary and Alan Mulcahy all members of team 14. All winning teams each received a voucher for our cafeteria “Jitterbeans”. We would like to thank Ms. Carroll, Ms. Farrell, the mentors and all who helped

to make it a great day! MUNSTER COLLEGES C HURLING U16½ St. Declan’s 1-6; Coachford 1-14. This quarter final of the under 16½ hurling was played in Youghal on Wednesday last. We never really got going in this game and with lads having been away on work experience and on mid-term the training was difficult. This lack of training was evident with several players playing below par. We trailed at half time on a score of 11 points to 2. We played much better in the second half, the introduction of Jack Behan at midfield and David Crowley in attack strengthened the team. The team battled bravely and were rewarded with a well taken David Crowley goal which brought the deficit down to 5 points.This was as close as we could come and when the Cork side scored a goal with about 12 minutes left the game was over as a contest. The lads battled to the end but had to give way to a stronger Coachford side who won on a score of 1-14 to 1-6. On a day when a lot of the lads struggled to find their form Niall Power, Reece Power, Mike Dunphy, Ronan Dunphy,

Jack Behan, James Power and David Crowley played well. Panel; Niall Power, Eoin Walsh, Colm Kennedy,Tom Walsh, Reece Power, Mike Dunphy, John Sheehan, Ronan Dunphy, Conor Burns, David Murphy, Padraig Hallahan, Dylan Fitzgerald, James Power, Cameron Cleary, Darragh Power, David Crowley, Tommy Carberry, Ben Kirwan, Oisin Kiely, Jack Mulcahy, Percy O’Callaghan, Bill Ridgard, Oscar Murphy, Dan Dunne, Sean Murphy, Donal Queally, ST. DECLANS SENIOR HURLING St. Declan’s 0-19; Kilmallock 2-12. A new year a new challenge. The senior hurling team started the 2015/16 campaign on Thursday last with an attitude that showed these guys mean business. The epic battle against a strong Kilmallock side was played in Cashel GAA grounds. The game started with huge intensity as both sides went point for point in an end to end battle. After some nice scores from play from Ciaran and Jake, St. Declan’s trailed by one point at half time 0-7 to 0-8. St. Declan’s opened the

scoring in the second half with a three unanswered points before Kilmallock netted two goals within 5 minutes of each other to leave St. Declan’s four points adrift with 15 minutes left. A time for character and composure to prevail and that it did. St. Declan’s clawed their way back to go a point up. But Kilmallock would not be beaten easy as they pointed with only minutes remaining. The massive intensity that started the game never dropped until the final whistle. In the dying moments St. Declan’s were awarded a free. After already converting a number of spectacular frees the confident Jamie Murphy stepped up and split the posts to finish a hard fought contest. On a day when every player was excellent, the following stood out: Conor Dalton, Eoin Casey and Ciaran Kirwan. Team: Niall Power, Mike Dunphy, Noah O’Brien, Gearoid Murphy, Kevin Cheasty, Conor Dalton, Billy Power, Ross Coffee, Eoin Casey, Donnacha Hasset, Ciaran Kirwan, Jamie Murphy, Craig Fraher, Jake Scanlon, Niall Dunphy. Subs: Ronan Dunphy, Geoff Halley, Colm Dempsy.

Winners of the Friendship Poster Competition during Friendship Awareness Week - Aaron Cheasty (1 Oisin), Aoibhe Shanahan (1 Setanta), Aoife Kennedy (1 Grainne), Sean Clarke (1 Maeve).

1st Year Students who were in third place in the 1st year Quiz organised by the 5th Year Mentors, at St. Declan’s Community College. Back row: Matteo Mary, Colyn Power and Mr. Power (Principal). Front row: Alan Mulcahy, Mia Lenihan and Niamh Phelan.

1st Year students taking part in a quiz organised by the 5th year mentors at St. Declan's Community College, Kilmacthomas.

Art students Saoirse Dee and Peter Walsh displaying some of the posters drawn by the 1st Year Art students during Friendship Awareness Week.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Group photo of visit to San Siro, home of AC Milan.

DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Open Night CBS Open Night will take place on Thursday, November 12th, 2015 at 7 pm. We would like to invite all prospective 6th class pupils and their parents to visit our school on this informative evening. This evening gives both parents and students an opportunity to meet with the staff, get a guided tour of the school and see what Dungarvan CBS has offer your son. TRIP TO THE DÁIL The following is a report on the third year trip to the Dáil, as part of our CSPE project. I went on this trip and thought that it was a great educational and interesting experience for me as I had never visited this Political building in the capital. The thing that I found most intriguing about this school trip was having the ability to see the actual conference live in the Dáil as many is the time I have seen the various debates on the television. We assembled outside the school and boarded the bus to depart for Dublin city at 9 o’clock. We had great entertainment on the bus with all the boys talking away amongst themselves. Mr. Kiely, Mr. McGrath and Ms. Norris joined us on this trip. We originally decided to visit the national history museum of Ireland but instead we decided to explore the wonders of Bishop’s Palace, Waterford. We arrived at Bishop's Palace at 10 o clock. We received a guided tour of the palace and learnt how the city of Waterford

Jungle Adventure Park in San Zeno

developed over time with the arrival of the Vikings in an earlier era. I found the tour quite useful and interesting in the sense that I may consider being a history teacher as a future career.We completed the tour with a look at a wine vault underground and the building was in a curved shape with the roof being constructed out of wattle and daub. We then all boarded the bus and we navigated our way through the city of Waterford before we reached the motorway and headed on to the capital. The journey on the motorway was slow as you would expect but enjoyable in the sense that we all got the chance to mingle in conversation with our friends.We decided to stop off on the outskirts of the city to go and grab some lunch. We stopped off at McDonald’s at 1 o’clock and we raced in like a bunch of greyhounds lurking for a hare only we desperately needed nourishment. I ordered two plain hamburgers and twisty fries. When I sat down beside my friends, we were all looking excited as we straight away devoured the lunch. After having lunch we ordered McFlurries to finish off. We then exited the site and boarded back on the bus and headed for the main event of the day, Dáil Eireann. We drove a further two miles into the city and departed the bus and walked briskly through the streets and eventually arrived at the destination. We were greeted at the gate and guided into the building. We were told to turn our mobile phones off and photography was forbidden. We headed up to the Viewing Gallery and it was a privilege to see this iconic building. After watching the Dáil 10 minutes in session we received a guided tour of the building. It was a spectacular site to be placed in front of me. My favourite part of the tour was spotting a portrait of Michael Collins and learning about him. I was

Students on a Rollercoaster Ride at Gardaland delighted to see this portrait as I had visited Béal Na mBláth earlier in the Summer and I am also aware of his significant place in Irish History. Once the tour was completed we photographed the building from outside. We walked down to O'Connell Bridge and met the bus driver. We headed home after an eventful day and landed home in Dungarvan at 6.15 p.m. Thank you for reading my report on this trip. By Ciaran Hunt, 3rd Year ITALY - SCHOOL TOUR 2015 We all gathered at the school on the night of Wednesday 21st October at 11:30 p.m. As the teachers went through the final count we waited patiently but the excitement was building. We departed from Dublin airport at 06:30 a.m. for Milan. When we arrived in Milan there was no time to delay and we hopped on a bus and headed for Sirmione in the South of Italy.We got a tour on the Lake Garda to see the ruins of the castles and the spectacular views of the mountains. That evening we were brought to the hotel by coach, everyone was extremely tired and it was off to bed early. On Friday morning everyone was up bright and early to head to Venice. We got to see the sites and had some free time to ourselves to relax around Venice.This day was possibly the warmest day and everyone was in their Summer gear, t-shirts and shorts. The third day was the most exciting day for the students but less enjoyable for the teach-

ers it was GARDALAND. It had 6 rollercoasters and 32 rides…we were in heaven! The fourth day we went to a Jungle Adventure Park in San Zeno where we went abseiling which was difficult, but great fun. We then continued onto Monte Baldo, with an altitude of 1,760m. It was cold but we took some fantastic pictures of the scenery below us from the top of the mountain. That night we went to Benetegodi Stadium for a match between AC Chievo vs Napoli in Verona. The majority of us were supporting Napoli which wasn’t a good idea since the Chievo fans were barriered off beside us. On the 5th day of our trip we travelled to Verona to see Romeo and Juliet’s balcony. This day was our main shopping day. Verona however is quite expensive. No bargains like we have at home in Penney’s. On the final day of our travels we travelled to Milan to see the ancient Duomo. This spectacular cathedral is the third largest church in Christendom. That evening we went to the San Siro the home stadium of AC Milan and Inter Milan. We got a guided tour and were allowed into the shop if we wanted. Later that night we travelled back to the airport for a 10:25 pm flight home to Dublin. The highlight of the trip for me was Gardaland. I would like to take this opportunity to thanks the teachers for bringing us, Mr. Kiely, Mr. Kelly, Mr. Kennedy and Mr. Collins. By Michael Kiely, 3rd Year

Boat Trip on Lake Garda

Sixth Year students posing with Shakespeare’s Juliet in Verona

NEWS/OBITUARY

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

DAVID ANGLESEY Oakwood, Lisfinny, Tallow, Co. Waterford

Barron Hall Stradbally Welcomes Lyre Winter Season LYRE Cottage – Lyre because of its location, an ancient cottage located near Mahon Bridge has always been open only in the kinder seasons for its Thursday entertainment sessions. When an opportunity to use the excellent facilities of Barron Hall, Stradbally offer was suggested, it was gratefully received and it was unanimously decided to ‘give it a

go’. The first Thursday session was last week, and attracted a crowd of about forty, which was excellent as there had been no time to advertise the event. For those who have never been to a Lyre session, its format is almost any form of decent entertainment goes, all sorts of music, singing, dancing, storytelling, poetry, humour, etc.

We had all of this last Thursday, which was a very enjoyable, entertaining evening, making the three hour session from 8.00 to 11.00 p.m. fly by. This is not a club with membership, it is open to anyone who may wish attend and participate with their musical instrument, or sing, dance, etc., or just be part of the audience and its free. It is just

expected a small donation of a couple of euro to cover cost of the hall, tea, sandwiches and cakes supplied in the short interval. You will be made most welcome any Thursday at the Lyre Sessions at the Barron Hall Stradbally. Notes and images by Richard Cutbill.

Singer and Poet Pat Hennessy from Kilmeaden.

Singer and dancer Eamonn McGrath from Carrick.

David 'Bustie' Griffin from Waterford was MC for the evening, an excellent musician and singer with a great sense of humour.

From Westtown, Tramore singer Liam Howley.

It is with feelings of great sadness and regret we record the passing of David Anglesey, Oakwood, Lisfinny, Tallow, which occurred at the Palliative Care Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, on Tuesday, 13th October, 2015. David was born and reared in New Zealand and it was there he received his education and his Agricultural Science degree. In the ’60s he left New Zealand to do a world tour and ended up in the UK, at that time Anne was Nursing there when they met. David and Anne married in Highgate, London, on 4th July, 1970. They returned to reside in Ireland in 1975 where David took up employment on the Jameson farm in Tourin, Cappoquin, where he was Dairy Manager until his retirement. He was always involved in farming and was widely known for his knowledge of breeding and milk production. He also managed a large flock of sheep at Tourin and Mohill. Many brought breeding cattle and sheep to David because of his famed chronicle knowledge. Very involved in drama with Ballyduff, he had a wonderful tenor voice and sang at many funerals and weddings. As the Deise Tenors he joined Neil and John Hurley and the one and only time they sang at The Park Hotel, it was filled to capacity. He raised funds for the District Hospital when he was a member of the Leeside Singers, Cork, and after that he sang with the Orpheus Choir, under the directorship of Hilary Reynolds, and he sang at many concerts with her, but the highlight of David’s year was to sing every Christmas Eve with the Sisters of St. Mary’s Abbey, Glencairn, and Mother Marie Fahy Abbess and the Sisters of Glencairn organised his funeral service at St. Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore. Though he had not enjoyed the best of health for some time, he still enjoyed his music and especially André Rieu. He got great pleasure in tending his garden, he had a great affection for all wildlife and, of course, the great outdoors and rugby. He returned to NZ many times. David was held in high esteem by all and his passing leaves a void that will not be filled. May he rest in peace. His remains were removed from his residence on Thursday, 15th October, 2015, to St. Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore for Service conducted by Very Rev. Dean Paul Draper, assisted by Fr. Aodhain Cistercian, Roscrea, and Rev. Fr. Ml. Kennedy, Waterford, after which the funeral proceeded to the Island Crematorium for cremation. The burial of the ashes will take place in Crossmolina, Co. Mayo, on 29th November, 2015. The lesson was read by Damien and David Galbally and Dermot Gallagher. The organist was Margaret Daly Denton (Dublin). ‘The Lord’s My Shepherd’ by Liz O’Hara (Glencairn) and ‘Panis Angelicus’ by Anne Birmingham (Cork). A fitting eulogy was delivered by John and Dermot Gallagher. The chief mourners were – Anne (wife); Danny (brother); Dolly (sister), New Zealand; Mary, Margaret and Diane (sisters-in-law); Jim (brother-in-law); John and Richard Greville, John, Dermot and Aidan Gallagher, Damien, David and James Galbally (nephews); Gareth, Tracey, Cheryl, Brook, Scott, Corinne and Jackie (nephews and nieces, New Zealand); relatives and friends. Month’s Mind Mass for David will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Abbey, Glencairn, at 11.00 a.m. on Sunday, 16th November, 2015, and burial of ashes will take place in Crossmolina, Co. Mayo, on 29th November, 2015. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Ellie Skehan aged 10 from Currabaha, excellent young musician and trad dancer.

Tony Ledingham Guitarist & singer from Ardmore.

Excellent singer and guitarist Jan Gomola from Australia with his wife Mika. Son of Margaret Gomola from Bonmahon.

Stradbally residents Left to right Ellis Wilkins, Carol Anne Wilkins reading her excellent short story 'walking into the sunset' for which she won first place for short stories in Waterford Writers’ Festival, and Maura Whelan.

Rosalind Ledingham guitarist and singer from Ardmore.

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time: Daniel 12:1-13 When that time comes, your own people will be spared. Hebrews 10:11-14,18 By virtue of one single offering, he has achieved the eternal perfection of all whom he is sanctifying. Mark 13:2432 He will gather his chosen from the four winds. The 4 stained glass windows which were repaired and restored in Germany are now back in position. It will be possible to get a better look at them when the scaffolding is removed. Thank you for your generosity towards this necessary work. These 4 windows are now secured for generations to come. The Confirmation children and their families will join us at the Vigil Mass on Saturday next, November 14th for the next of their preConfirmation Rituals – Breath of the Holy Spirit. During November we remember our loved ones who have died. We pray for them. We visit their graves. We give to others in their name. We do good deeds.

The annual Holy Souls Novena of Masses will be celebrated here in St. Mary’s on the last 9 days of this month, November 22nd-30th. Leaflets with details of the novena are available in the porches. Evening Masses at 7.30 on the Monday, Wednesday and Friday of the Novena will be celebrated to remember those who have died during the past year. A form is available in the porches and at the parish office for those whose loved ones died outside of this parish during the past year. One of the Masses will be offered for them. 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 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.: 087-7747870.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

MAURA HOURIGAN (nee Moore) Mitchell Terrace, Dungarvan and formerly of Goulane, Old Parish, and Kilmanagh, Co. Kilkenny Maura Hourigan went to her eternal reward on Tuesday, 27th October, peacefully, at University Hospital Waterford. A native of Kilmanagh, Co. Kilkenny, Maura was sadly predeceased by her father at just four years of age. In her youth Maura had a very close friend Cathleen Malone whose father was the Creamery Manager in Kilmanagh. He recommended her for a position at the Durrow Creamery and Drapery Store here in County Waterford. Maura was successful in her application and so began her long residency in the Déise County. She stayed with the Lucey family at first and then subsequently resided with Mollie Cunningham in Stradbally and built up a great friendship with the Whelan family. 1963 saw Maura move to Grange where she gave of her best in the Creamery there for 16 years, excelling at bookkeeping. She developed so many life-long friendships during her time there and it was immediately evident that she had a charismatic personality and was an excellent communicator which endeared her to all that had either business or social dealings with her.These were very different times and huge sacrifices were made by people on a daily basis to support their families. Factors such as the weather hugely affected profit margins on small farms at the time and it was well known that Maura was deeply understanding and sympathetic to those in financial difficulties and would re-schedule payments accordingly. Maura was a keen card player all her life and it was at a game of cards in Fleming’s Pub that she met her future husband John Joe Hourigan. They married in 1978 in Kilmanagh and as John Murray related in his eulogy at Maura’s Requiem Mass, John Joe sang the ‘Rose of Mooncoin’ at the wedding reception! Maura adapted well to her new life in Goulane running the farm with John Joe. A wonderful couple, they complimented each other so well, both avid card players and played regularly whether it was at the Marine, John Paul’s, Nugent’s, Fleming’s, The Seanchaí or Mooney’s. She also shared John Joe’s love of horse racing and was a regular attendee at the local racecourses and the annual pilgrimage to the Galway Races was looked forward to hugely each year. Possessing a deep Christian faith Maura and John Joe organised trips for many years to the Marian Shrine at Knock. Active in the ICA, Maura held all positions including Secretary, Treasurer and President. An active member of Fianna Fáil, Maura was President of Cumann Fhianna Fáil an tSean Phobail, her local Cumann. A person who loved the great outdoors, Maura had a beautiful garden and loved animals especially her cats and her dogs, Twirl, Rover and Sweetie. In recent years Maura had lived in Dungarvan but retained strong links with Old Parish and her native Kilmanagh. As John related in his eulogy Maura was a kind, compassionate lady who lived life to the full. She treated all people with kindness and respect and was generous to a fault. She was particularly fond of children and never forgot birthdays and special occasions. Maura contributed to all aspects of Parish life and all who met her were impressed by her generosity, kindness, sense of humour, support for charities and her willingness to befriend newcomers to Old Parish. Her life has left a deep impression on Muintir an tSean Phobail and the cohesive, inclusive nature of the community bears testimony to her Christian values. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam. Leaba i measc na Naomh na nGael go raibh aici. Maura lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Wednesday evening, 28th October, where her relatives and many friends gathered to pray the Rosary. Removal took place on Thursday, 29th October, to Séipéal Breith na Maighdine Muire, An Sean Phobal. The Service of Reception was led by An tAth. C. Ó Ceallaigh, S.P. Concelebrated Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Maura’s life was offered on Friday, 30th October, by Fr. C. Kelly, P.P., assisted by Fr. F. Lucey, P.E. Symbols representing Maura’s life were presented at the Altar by Patrick Ryan, Declan Ryan, Ann Ryan, Mary Ryan and Josie Ryan. The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the large congregation by Helen Collender and Mark Collender. The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Ann Ryan.The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine for Consecration were brought to the Altar by Nellie Collender and Teresa Hourigan.The beautiful music played throughout the Mass by Bernadette Murray and Mary Murray greatly enhanced the liturgy. After Communion, John Murray delivered a very thoughtful eulogy in remembrance and tribute to Maura. Afterwards Maura was shouldered to her place of rest in the adjoining cemetery next to her beloved husband John Joe. Fr. Kelly, P.P., read the Rite of Committal and imparted the graveside blessing. May the sod of An Sean Phobal rest gently upon her. We express our deepest sympathy to Maura’s brother Seán (Rathangan, Co. Kildare); her nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Maura is predeceased by her husband John Joe and brothers Haulie and Paddy. Month’s Mind Mass for Maura will be offered on Sunday, 6th December, at 10.00 a.m. in Old Parish Church. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

OBITUARY TOM BUTLER St. Monica’s Terrace, Abbeyside, Dungarvan It is with deep sadness we record the passing of Tom Butler, St. Monica’s Terrace, Abbeyside, which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 9th September, 2015, at Dungarvan Community Hospital. Tom was born in Ballinameela on 15th March, 1931, to parents Jackie and Minnie Butler, Glenbeg. They moved to Fairlane where Tom attended the local CBS. He worked for Glanbia all of his life as a bulk tank driver. He was well known among the farming community and was held in high esteem by all. He enjoyed nothing better than a good game of ‘45’ and a social drink. A gentle, unassuming man, Tom will be truly missed. May he rest in peace. To his sorrowing son Johnny and daughter Mary and his family we extend our sincere sympathy. Rosary was recited by Sr. Eileen on Thursday evening and his remains were removed from the home of his daughter Mary on Friday morning to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Requiem Mass was celebrated on arrival by Fr. Hassett, P.P., assisted by Fr. Enright, P.E., after which interment took place in St. Laurence’s Cemetery, Ballinroad, in the presence of a large and representative gathering of mourners. The lesson was read by Shauna Clancy and Mary Lenane. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Margaret Clancy, Fiona Walsh and Kathleen Lenane. Offertory Gifts were brought by Mary and Donal McCarthy, Margaret Clancy, Fiona Walsh, Mary and Kathleen Lenane. Appropriate music and hymns were by Dina Walshe. The chief mourners were Johnnie (son); Mary (daughter); Donal (son-in-law); Mary Downey (sister); relatives and friends. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JAMES (Jimmy) CAREY Knockmahon, Bonmahon It is with great sadness that we record the passing of James (Jimmy) Carey, Knockmahon, Bonmahon, which occurred on Friday, 30th October, at his residence after a long illness. Jimmy was born on 6th September, 1920. When he was 6 years old his family emigrated to Brooklyn, New York, where he spent seven years. On returning home he finished his schooling in the Old School, Knockmahon. He worked with local farmers, ploughing with horses, which he loved and often in later years spoke about the fields that had hidden rocks. He worked in the woods, logging timber; following that he got involved in fishing and picking dilisk, which was a family tradition. He was also a member of the local Coastguard for many years. DIY was one of his favourite hobbies. Above all he was a great family man and loved spending time with his grandniece Tríona and grandnephew Michael and their families. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Saturday evening where funeral prayers and Rosary were recited by Fr. Gerry Condon, P.P. Following funeral prayers removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Saleen. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Fr. Gerry Condon, P.P. On Sunday, Mass was celebrated by Fr. Gerry Condon, P.P. Readings and Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Michael Foley and Helen Carey. Following Communion his grandnephew Michael delivered a humorous poem which he composed reflecting Jimmy’s life. Following Funeral Mass, burial took place in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery, Kill. In the Churchyard a guard of honour was provided by the local Coastguard. We would like to thank our kind neighbours and friends for their help and support; also to all who sent Mass cards and floral tributes. Our appreciation and gratitude to Fr. Gerry Condon, P.P., who called to see Jimmy at home all through his illness and especially in his final hours. A special thank you to Dr. Eoin Maughan, Dr. Ann-Marie Burke and their staff for their excellent care.To his Carers, Ursula and Sheila, who cared for him so well. Also the Public Health Nurses who called to his home. Thank your to Jerry Kirwan and staff; to the gravediggers; Sacristan John Dwan and Paddy Joe Carey for their help and support. Special thanks to Drohan’s Undertakers for their professionalism and attention to detail. The chief mourners were Gus Carey (nephew); Rena Foley (niece); Tríona O’Keeffe (grandniece); Michael Foley (grandnephew); also Paddy Joe Carey and family. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

55 JOSEPHINE McGRATH 6 Davis Road, Clonmel, and formerly of Tallow, Co. Waterford With feeling of sadness and regret we record the passing of Josephine McGrath, 6 Davis Road, Clonmel, Co.Tipperary, and formerly of Tallow, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 5th November, 2015, St. Patrick’s Hospital, Cashel. Reposing at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home,Tallow, on Sunday evening, funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, neighbours and friends, before removal took place to the Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. On Monday morning Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by nieces Anne Clerkin and Celia Dunphy. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by nephew Nicholas McGrath and cousin Bernadette McCann. Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Funeral Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Joan and Tom Norris. Following Communion Nicholas McGrath delivered a lovely eulogy on his Aunt Josephine. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev Fr. P. Condon, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Josephine was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving brother Luke McGrath; nieces Celia Dunphy, Deirdre Kaiser, Anne Clerkin and Patricia Luvva; nephew Nicholas McGrath; grand-nieces, grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

EUGENE COLLINS Tournore Park, Abbeyside Profound feelings of sadness and regret were evoked across the wider community with the passing of Eugene Collins at his residence on Wednesday morning, 4th November. Highly respected and hugely popular Eugene was predeceased by his father Willie in December 2013. We express our heartfelt sympathy to Eugene’s companion and best friend Patricia Doyle; his mother Kitty; brothers John, Michael and Paul; sisters-in-law Teresa, Jeanette and Gayle; nephews, extended family, other relatives and friends. Eugene lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Thursday evening where the Rosary was led by Agnes Collins. Removal took place on Friday evening to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Eugene’s life was celebrated on Saturday morning and afterwards Eugene was laid to rest in St. Laurence’s Cemetery, Ballinroad. May he rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

BRIGID FREYNE (nee Tobin) ‘Ashtown,’ Youghal Road, Dungarvan With sadness we record the passing of Brigid Freyne which sad event occurred on Saturday, 7th November, 2015. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Sunday evening to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Following Funeral Mass on Monday morning, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MARY O’NEILL Booterstown Park, Blackrock, Dublin, and formerly of Abbeyside and Shandon, Dungarvan We record with sadness the passing of Mary O’Neill who died peacefully at home on Friday, 6th November. Predeceased by her sister Helen (Martin) and her brother Fr. Tom O’Neill, S.J., we express our sincere sympathy to her brother Fr. Hugh O’Neill, S.J. Mary was the much loved aunt and grandaunt of the Martin and Hennessy families who mourn her passing. Mary is also sadly missed by her cousins and friends. Removal took place on Monday evening to the Church of the Assumption, Booterstown, for Requiem Mass. On Tuesday morning Mary lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan. Removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church where Requiem Mass was celebrated. Afterwards Mary was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 12 September, 2014

FARMING

Round-up … Bank of Ireland must revisit new thresholds for cash withdrawals over the counter IFA Farm Business Chairman Tom Doyle said the move by Bank of Ireland to ban lodgements and withdrawals at the counter in branches will cause great difficulty for some farmers who are not familiar with their online system. He said there may also be a security issue for people who want to continue to do their banking at the counter, as they will decide to withdraw a larger sum of cash than they need at a given time. “At a time when there is such a focus on crime in rural areas, this decision by Bank of Ireland may be creating a new target for burglars. The Bank must revisit this €700 limit.” Tom Doyle said, “The reduction in the number of branches in rural areas has meant that customers have to travel further to do their banking business. This move will add to the sense of their banking service being cut back even more”. Tom Doyle said the thresholds appear very high in the context of the average farm budget. “For withdrawals, €700 is the limit below which transactions have to be done through an ATM or online.”

Pictured ahead of the Macra Social Night at the Dogs on the 28th November are Waterford Macra with Macra National President Sean Finan. (l-r) Thomas O'Donoghue, Mark Hayes, Sean Finan, Kenneth Locke, Thomas O'Keeffe.

Macra going to the dogs! Macra Launches Social Night at the Dogs . . . AN exciting night of betting, music and craic is taking place on the 28th November. Macra na Feirme are hosting a social night at the dogs in six Irish Greyhound Board venues: Curraheen, Cork; Galway; Limerick; Mullingar;

Newbridge, Kildare; and Kilcohan, Waterford. There will be entertainment at each venue on the night as well as “after parties” for Macra members. There will be prizes on the night for the “Most Stylishly Dressed” male

and female member. Tickets are €10.00 and can be purchased at the Macra entry stile. On entry, each member will receive a food voucher which will entitle them to a 10% reduction on food purchases.

IFA tells Minister Coveney ongoing payment delays are not acceptable and must be resolved IFA President Eddie Downey met with the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney last week and made it abundantly clear that the payment delays farmers are encountering with the Department of Agriculture on Basic Payments and ANC payments are totally unacceptable and must be resolved immediately. Following acute criticism of the payment delays at the IFA Executive Council meeting last week, Eddie Downey said Minister Coveney needs to make an immediate decision to make an advance payment to every farmer, who has

not yet been paid, and to resolve problem issues at a later stage. At the recent meeting in the Department, Eddie Downey told Minister Coveney: “In a year when farmers are encountering severe income difficulties, it is totally unacceptable that over 20,000 payments are held up to farmers under the Basic Payment scheme and up to 15,000 ANC payments are outstanding”. The IFA Deputy President Tim O’Leary said most of the farmers that have contacted IFA on payment delays have not received any correspon-

dence or contact from the Department. He said this lack of communication is a major issue that must be addressed. He insisted that farmers who are facing tax bills in the next fortnight need to know what is holding up their payment so these issues can be resolved quickly and payment can be made. “The Minister accepted this and said more effort would be made to communicate with farmers.” Tim O’Leary said that the main payment delays seem to involve the usual difficulties around inspections, satellite inspections, digitising, mapping, admin-

istration, partnerships, duel claims, GLAS applications, transfers, PCC, herd numbers, commonages and stocking rate issues on ANC’s. Tim O’Leary said Minister Coveney accepted that farmers are entitled to get their payment on time and delays are unacceptable. The Minister said he would prioritise getting payments out over the next two weeks and all resources would be devoted to resolving individual problems. Minister Coveney told the IFA that 106,000 basic payments have been made and over 80,000 ANC payments have been sent out.

Minister Coveney must intervene to resolve TB programme issues FOLLOWING a meeting with Department officials last week on the TB programme, IFA Animal Health Chairman Bert Stewart accused the Department of Agriculture of failing to take account of the huge financial impact the loss of animals has on individual farms. Bert Stewart said farmers are holding the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney responsible and he must immediately intervene as a matter of urgency to address the issues identified by IFA in the detailed submissions made to him. All of these changes, which significantly reduce the burden of the TB programme for farmers, are within the gift of the Minister and can be provided within the current budget allocation. He said the proposed changes from the Department represent nothing more than a redistribution of existing programme costs, do not utilise the full budget allocation, is insulting to farmers and shows no understanding of the turmoil caused by TB episodes at farm level. The rates of payment in the Programme have not changed in over 20 years and this is unacceptable. He said the DAFM accept the losses calculated by IFA in relation to dairy cows, suckler cows and other animals on a monthly basis of €117, €49 and €29 respectively, yet have proposed a reduction to the depopulation grant of €12/month for dairy cows while only increasing the level of income supplement to €45, leaving suckler cow rates unchanged. Furthermore, he said the Department refusal to provide consequential loss payments to herdowners losing less than 10% of their animals is a fundamental flaw in the existing programme and must be addressed. It is not acceptable that with increased herd sizes farmers can find themselves losing 20 or 30 animals to TB and not qualifying for income supplement. The IFA chairman said the DAFM have proposed reducing the valuation prices for dairy cows by an average of €134/head by reducing the co-efficient from €1.35 to 23c

per unit EBI based on a Teagasc analysis of market prices which were recorded by the Department. This level of price reduction will be further compounded when the new EBI indices are provided next year by ICBF which could see EBI figures reducing in the region of €80 to €100 per animal. Bert Stewart said this is a retrograde step by the Department and at odds with the strong advice given to farmers in relation to the value of EBI and its importance going forward in identifying the most productive and profitable animals. The DAFM proposal to increase the maximum amount payable under the live valuation scheme by €200 and €300 respectively for all animals and for stock bulls does not adequately address the shortcomings in the scheme for high merit animals. In relation to the purchase in restriction being imposed by the Department of Agriculture on farms until they undergo a clear test Bert Stewart said it is not equitable, fair or acceptable that the livelihoods of these farmers is being taken away by the Department in order to draw down €14m in EU funding towards the compensation scheme while providing no financial support to the farmers affected most by the controls. If the Department of Agriculture are not in a position to allow these farmers stock their farms full compensation for losses incurred must be paid. Bert Stewart said he has again written to the Minister highlighting the urgency of resolving the issues pertaining to the TB programme which will significantly reduce the cost burden for farmers.

ESRI report says Brexit would have serious implications for Irish Agriculture and Food REACTING to the ESRI report on a potential British exit from the European Union, IFA President Eddie Downey said the conclusions point to some startling implications for our country, and especially our agriculture and food sector. Eddie Downey said, “The report suggests that bilateral trade flows could reduce by as much as 20% and in the case of our agrifood sector, by even more. Britain is the most important market for our agri exports and takes in 40% of Irish agricultural output. Based on our overall agri export performance of €10.5bn in 2014, a 20% loss in trade as a result of Britain exiting would be almost €1bn”. Mr. Downey said the potential implications cannot be ignored and he said the Government would have to take a proactive role in doing whatever it can to ensure the strong trade links between both countries are fully maintained. The IFA President said the close relationship that has built up between the agri-food sector here and buyers in Britain has proven to be very beneficial. “Consumers in Britain have access to a reliable supply of sustainable food produce that is sourced from their nearest neighbour and the Irish agri-food sector has access to a market with a growing population. IFA liaises on an ongoing basis with our counterparts in the NFU to discuss issues of mutual concern. This partnership approach remains strong and we will continue to work closely with farmer representatives and food buyers in Britain to maintain the solid bond that exists”.

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Glanbia performs well in first nine months of 2015 Reiterating 2015 guidance of 9%-11% growth (c25% reported) in adjusted earnings per share GLANBIA plc, the global nutrition group (the ‘Group’, ‘Glanbia’), is issuing this Interim Management Statement for the nine month period to 3rd October, 2015. Commenting, Siobhán Talbot, Group Managing Director said: “Glanbia delivered a good performance in the first nine months of 2015. Reported revenues were up 9.0% in our wholly owned business when compared to the same period last year and this was driven mainly by Global Performance Nutrition. The outlook for the remainder of 2015 is positive and we reiterate our full year guidance of adjusted earnings per share growth of 9% to 11% on a constant currency basis with a reported result of circa 25% if exchange rates remain at current levels for the rest of the year. In line with our growth agenda, I am pleased to announce that we are in advanced discussions, with our US joint venture partner at South West Cheese, to expand cheese and whey production at our facility in New Mexico by 25%. This project is expected to take over two years to complete at an approximate cost of $140 million.” PERFORMANCE UPDATE In the nine months to 3 October, 2015, Total Group revenue, including Joint Ventures & Associates, was up 3.2% on a reported basis and declined 9.0% on a constant currency basis. Wholly owned revenue was up 9.0% on a reported basis and declined 4.9% on a constant currency basis when compared to the same period in 2014. All commentary on business performance is on a constant currency basis and in arriving at its constant currency guidance for 2015

Glanbia has reflected the anticipated net negative trading implications of a strong US dollar across the business. GLOBAL PERFORMANCE NUTRITION (CONSTANT CURRENCY) Global Performance Nutrition (‘GPN’) delivered a good performance in the first nine months of the year when compared against the same period in 2014. Revenues increased 3.8% driven by an 8.8% increase from acquisitions offset by a 1.1% price decrease and a 3.9% volume decline related to lower contract manufacturing business and specific challenges in certain markets. Overall branded revenue growth was good as continued momentum in the US offset head winds in some non US markets associated with both a strong US dollar and on-going geopolitical issues. GPN is benefitting from continued improvement in margin associated with product mix, operational leverage and raw material price deflation, net of on-going promotional investment as required. GPN is pleased to announce the launch of the “Trusource” brand in a US mass retailer, an important step in the evolution of the GPN strategy. Trusource is aimed at lifestyle consumers and comes in a range of formats which broadens the consumer and channel reach of the GPN portfolio. The full year 2015 outlook for GPN is positive with growth in revenue and margin expected compared to the prior year. GLOBAL INGREDIENTS (CONSTANT CURRENCY) Global Ingredients (‘GI’) recorded a revenue decline in the first nine months of

2015 of 14.3%. The decline was predominantly as a result of weaker dairy market pricing with US Cheese being the main driver. GI recorded volume growth of 3.6% which was offset by a pricing decline of 17.9%. Volume growth was primarily driven by US Cheese where plants broadly operated at full capacity and Customised Solutions where sales continued to grow with existing customers. While the market environment for certain products in the Ingredient Technologies portfolio was challenging, sales of value added ingredient blends performed well in the period. The delivery of both nutritional and functional solutions to customers across key sectors in mainstream food and beverage remains a strategic focus for the business. In support of this, the $85 million capital expenditure programme to increase production capacity of high end dairy ingredients is on track for completion by the end of 2015. In addition, the redesign programme to create one integrated GI organisation is progressing to plan and over the next 18 months a new business structure will be operational to deliver the full breadth of GI’s capability to its customers. The full year outlook for 2015 is for GI to deliver improved volumes versus 2014 mainly due to higher milk throughput but a decline in overall revenues and performance is expected as a result of challenging dairy markets. DAIRY IRELAND Dairy Ireland delivered a good performance in the first nine months of the year. Revenues in the period grew by 4.1% as a combination of volume growth of 3.5% and acquisitions which delivered 1.0%, was offset by

a slight price decline of 0.4%. The full year 2015 outlook is positive with revenue growth and margin recovery versus prior year expected as the business benefits from continued cost improvements accompanied by the growth in sales of value added branded milk in Ireland. JOINT VENTURES & ASSOCIATES (CONSTANT CURRENCY) Revenues from Joint Ventures & Associates declined 19.7% relative to 2014 as significantly lower dairy markets reduced pricing year on year by 19.4%. The disposal of Nutricima reduced revenue by 1.1%. Volume growth of 0.8% was driven entirely by Glanbia Ingredients Ireland. Overall full year performance from Joint Ventures & Associates is expected to be broadly in line with 2014 as reduced revenues are offset by on-going efficiency programmes across the businesses. As announced, Glanbia is in advanced discussions with its joint venture partner, at South West Cheese (“SWC”), to expand cheese and whey production capacity by 25% at its plant in New Mexico, US. It is expected that the total project cost of approximately $140 million will be independently financed by SWC. The project is expected to be commissioned by 2018. FINANCING Glanbia's net debt at 3 October 2015 was €567 million, which represents a year on year reduction of €84 million after adjusting for the effect of a weaker Euro FX rate on the translation of US dollar debt to Euro for reporting purposes and the net financing cost of acquisi-

Siobhán Talbot Group Managing Director tions. Total 2015 capital expenditure is expected to be between €120 and €130 million. FOREIGN EXCHANGE* Glanbia generates a significant proportion of its earnings in US dollars and reports in Euro. Constant currency reporting is used to eliminate the translational effect of foreign exchange on the Group’s results.The average Euro US dollar exchange rate for the first nine months of 2014 was $1.35 compared to an average rate of $1.11 for the first nine months of 2015 leading to an improved reported result when compared to constant currency. If the Euro US dollar exchange rate remains at current levels for the full year Glanbia expects 2015 adjusted earnings per share growth of close to 25% on a reported basis. FULL YEAR OUTLOOK The full year 2015 outlook is for Glanbia to deliver adjusted earnings per share growth of 9% to 11% on a constant currency basis and circa 25% on a reported basis if the Euro US dollar exchange rate remains at current levels to the end of the year. * For constant currency comparison purposes, prior year results are restated at the current year average foreign exchange translation rates.

Glanbia launches Fixed Milk & Feed Price Scheme GLANBIA Ingredients Ireland (GII) has launched a new Fixed Milk & Feed Price Scheme with a base of 30.25 cent per litre (cpl) (including VAT) at reference milk constituents of 3.6% butterfat and 3.3% protein. This voluntary Scheme runs for 18 months from January 2016. For the first time, the Scheme also includes an optional feed element. This innovative partnership between GII and Glanbia Agribusiness gives dairy farmers the option of fixing the price now for a set tonnage of Glanbia Agribusiness concentrate feeds for delivery and payment between August and December 2016. However, GII stress that participating farmers can choose to fix

their milk price without availing of the forward price option on feed. The Scheme will be open to all GII suppliers in the Republic of Ireland that have signed a Milk Supply Agreement (MSA). A supplier delivering milk with the Glanbia average constituents would receive a projected 32.53 cpl including VAT for milk in this Scheme. Any support payment made by Glanbia Co-operative Society to their members would be paid on top of the fixed milk price. Glanbia Consumer Foods (CFI) has also confirmed that it will be offering the same terms as GII for up to 10 million litres of contracted volumes at the Fixed Milk Price.

This would allow liquid producers to fix the base price of their contracted volumes at 30.25 cpl including VAT from January 2016 to June 2017. All premiums paid as part of the three year agreement between CFI and Fresh Milk Producers (FMP) are on top of the base price. Ten million litres of the liquid milk pool is already in the 2015 Index-Linked Fixed Milk Price Scheme. Glanbia Chairman Henry Corbally said that this Fixed Milk & Feed Price Scheme is the latest in a series of volatility management tools from Glanbia. He said that over 1 billion litres of milk has been sold by GII under

fixed margin schemes since their launch as an industry first in 2011. Commenting on the scheme, Seán Molloy, Director of Strategy at GII, stated that the combination of a fixed milk and a fixed feed price Scheme offers suppliers an opportunity to protect a significant proportion of their margin. Molloy recommended that suppliers who are interested in participating in the scheme “should take the option that the scheme facilitates to lock in both the milk and feed price”. Full details of the Scheme will be made available to all milk suppliers in the coming weeks.

Ned Hef fer nan 087-6688832 Landline 058-54319

Mobile

(ind.)

Call us today on

086 8069338 or visit our website www.dairytech.ie

– Milking Technology – Automatic Scrapers – Cow Cubicle Matting – Domestic & Industrial Power Washers and much more …

CORBETT CONCRETE PRODUCTS LTD.

CATTLE SLATS 1

Available from 7’6” to 12’6” – 7 /4” deep 14’6” – 9” deep – 16’6” – 10” deep

GRANT APPROVED

SCRAPER SLATS, BEAMS, MANHOLES, PIG SLATS ALL @ KEEN PRICES ■ For all Slat Rubber enqiries call Paul Dennehy – 087 9036483 ■ We also supply safety manholes for existing slatted units

Replacing Old Slats Free quotation and inspection of old Slatted Units

Mooneraha, Cahir, Co. Tipperary. Tel. (052) 7441590

C a t t le Underp ass

QUAN BUTLER 087-2525327 Rep. for South

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Teagasc DAIRYING The importance of body condition score for fertility in dairy cows After calving, lactating dairy cows experience a rapid increase in milk yield and a slow rise in dry matter intake.The gap between energy output in milk and energy intake from the diet is called negative energy balance. It is normal for cows to undergo a period of negative energy balance in early lactation and this results in mobilisation of fat reserves.The period of greatest fat mobilisation is during the first two weeks after calving. It is typical for lactating dairy cows to lose 30-40% of their initial fat reserves after calving, but this figure can rise to as high as 80% with inadequate nutrition (e.g., inadequate pasture availability/insufficient concentrate supplementation in early lactation). Body condition score (BCS) and BCS change can be used as an indirect measure of the energy status of dairy cows during the early post calving period and throughout lactation Importance of BCS in early lactation Ensuring the target BCS is achieved at breeding requires correct management throughout late lactation and the dry period. If a cow fails to calve at the correct BCS, it is virtually impossible to achieve BCS gain in early lactation.Therefore, if a cow calves down thin, she will remain thin throughout early lactation and the breeding season. Cows in poor BCS at calving or cows that experience excessive BCS loss (> 0.5 BCS) early postpartum are less likely to ovulate before the planned start of mating, have reduced submission rates to AI, reduced conception rates, and increased likelihood of pregnancy loss. Poor BCS cows often fail to exhibit oestrus during the pre-breeding period. Cows with extremely poor BCS (< 2.50) often present with small inactive ovaries at ultrasound examination. The recommendation is to allow these animals time to replenish body energy reserves and resume normal cyclicity. For cows with poor BCS (< 2.75), once a day milking may be an option until an animal is inseminated or confirmed pregnant to reduce energy output while maintaining cows on a rising plane of nutrition. Importance of BCS in late lactation Where grazed pasture is the main dietary component during lactation a variable proportion of the herd will be below target BCS in late lactation due to failure to regain BCS during lactation. Pasture digestibility deteriorates as the grazing season progresses suggesting a grass-only diet in mid to late lactation can be inadequate to support BCS gain, thus necessitating supplemental concentrate feeding. Importance of BCS at drying off The dry period is a rest phase in the lactation cycle of the cow and the objective is to set up a cow for a trouble free transition to the next lactation. Cows should have at least an eight week dry period; this should be extended for poor BCS cows. It is important to determine forage quality in advance of the dry period as the aim during the dry period is to maximise energy intake from silage to drive BCS gain. Decisions regarding supplementation of the dry cow should be made based on BCS, dry period length, and forage quality (Table 1).With milk quotas now gone, there may be a temptation to continue milking late lactation cows over the winter on average quality silage with high levels of concentrate supplementation. If this occurs at the expense of dry off BCS, calving BCS, subsequent milk yield, and fertility, the costs will quickly outweigh the short term financial gains to be achieved. A herd pregnancy diagnosis completed 5-7 weeks after the end of the breeding season should accurately determine expected calving dates. The earliest calving animals and thinnest animals should be prioritised for an earlier dry off date. Later calving animals can be milked for longer to avoid over conditioning and prevent associated metabolic disorders in early lactation. Table 1: Supplementation rates for dry cows Silage DMD BCS < 2.50 10-12 weeks dry > 72 DMD Silage +1kg meal 68 - 72 DMD Silage +2kg meal 64-68 DMD Silage +3kg meal

BCS 2.75 8-10 weeks dry Silage ad lib Silage +1kg meal Silage +2kg meal

BCS > 3.00 8 weeks dry Silage restricted Silage ad lib Silage +1kg meal

Conclusion The ability to assess BCS is a key skill that will allow you to closely monitor the energy status of your herd.This will allow you to make more informed nutritional management decisions in a timely manner to optimise the milk production and fertility performance of your herd in the current/subsequent lactation. 2016 lactation starts now While many farmers may consider the dry period as a time for winding down and a break (and rightly so), it is also the time to get the next lactation off to a great start. What you do now when you dry off your herd can make or break 2016, in terms of udder health and mastitis control. The dry period is an opportunity to cure persistently infected cows. However, drying off and the dry period can also be a period of risk. While the teat canal is still open in the early dry period, bacteria can gain access to the quarter from the environment. Bacteria can also be inadvertently introduced when giving dry cow therapy. Hygiene and technique at drying off is crucial to avoid this as mistakes made now cannot be fixed later, and will have a negative impact on the udder health of your cows next year. Be prepared, be really fussy about your hygiene, don’t rush it and make sure you’re not hungry. • Mark cows before treating. • Wear clean gloves. • Disinfect teat ends well, starting with those furthest away. • Starting with the teats nearest you, gently infuse dry cow antibiotic, and massage into the quarter. • With teat sealant, pinch the base of the teat, and don’t massage. • Teat spray thoroughly afterwards. • KEEP GOOD RECORDS

Dungarvan Macra Soccer Team at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.

Dungarvan Macra na Feirme By Gráinne Murphy LAST month, Dungarvan Macra’s All-Ireland winning Indoor Soccer team went on the Macra na Feirme annual Prizewinners trip to Madrid. The winning team of John Tobin, Jack Ahearne, Stephen Ahearne, Michael Barry, Ray Landers and Tom Landers set off on the trip with a group of other Macra competition winners at the National level. Fittingly, the photograph that we have included with these notes shows the team visiting the home of the Real Madrid Football Club, the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, where I am sure the boys would have given the likes of

James Rodriguez, Cristiano Ronaldo, etc., a run for their money!!!! On October 22nd, Dungarvan Macra members, along with some of our colleagues from around the county, made their way to the Rochestown Park Hotel to attend the Macra National Rally. I am told that a great night was had by all, and that the fancy dress efforts as always were sublime. Unfortunately, through some strange coincidence, all photographic evidence of these antics has apparently disappeared…. Investigations into this strange disappearance are continuing. Speaking of National Competitions, the Dungarvan Macra bowling team are preparing to travel

ICSA puts beef and sheep back on the agenda THE ICSA took the opportunity to put beef and sheep issues firmly back on the agenda at the hearing of the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine on Tuesday, November 3rd. ICSA president Patrick Kent set out the challenges facing the beef and sheep sectors, warning that the difficulties in the dairy sector cannot deflect attention from the long term difficulties of beef and sheep. Referring to the proposed Transatlantic Trade Investment Partnership (TTIP), Mr. Kent made it clear that the beef industry was very vulnerable with beef coming under threat with several bi-lateral trade talks in progress. A recent impact analysis on TTIP conducted by Copenhagen Economics concluded that beef was the likely loser whereas dairy might gain. “ICSA is very concerned that the cumulative impact of potential deals with Canada, USA, Australia/New Zealand along with the ever present threat of South-American beef leaves Irish farming in a very vulnerable position”. Mr. Kent then went on to criticise the inequities in the food chain. “The finances of every farmer are very transparent but we know nothing of the margins made by multinational retailers when it comes to key products such as beef and lamb. We have over regulation of farmers but hardly any regulation further down the chain”. He called for the setting up of a European Authority or regulator to investigate who gets what from the food chain. He also called for greater scrutiny of the processing sector referring specifically to angel of neck cut and level of trimmings of the carcass in meat plants. ICSA also believes that factories should not be allowed to own and control feedlots as they are having a huge impact on the store and beef trade and farmers are the losers.This is the type of thing that should be scrutinised under competition law. Mr. Kent also expressed frustration that the beef forum has failed to resolve the 30 month issue. Turning to sheep, Mr. Kent said ICSA is calling for a sheep scheme to be introduced which could be funded up to 25m per annum within the Rural Development programme limits, or with a small top up from exchequer funds. ICSA is also concerned that EID sheep tagging of lambs destined for slaughter will be very uneconomic for many sheep farmers. In conclusion, Mr. Kent urged the committee to keep beef and lamb to the forefront of the political agenda and he pleaded for a more open and transparent debate on the GM issue and he sought information as to who lobbied against the GM opt-out.

to the NDC National Bowling finals on November 15th. We wish the team of Kieran Kearney, John Tobin, Michael Barry, Rosemary Murphy, Mairead Scanlan and Kelly O’Shea all the best in representing the club and the county in this competition – and, we hope to see this team on the Prizewinners trip next year!!! UPCOMING COMPETITIONS / EVENTS Men’s and Women’s Indoor Soccer Competition – November 22nd – Ballinameela Hall – 7:30 p.m. sharp. Waterford County Macra Christmas Party Night – December 12th – Lawlors Hotel,

Dungarvan – €25.00 per person and great accommodation deals available. Night at the Dogs – November 28th – Kilcohan Greyhound Stadium, Waterford City - €25.00 per person and there will be prizes on the night for the “Most Stylishly Dressed” male and female member, also 10% discount on food purchases on entry. If you are interested in joining Dungarvan Macra, or you just would like more information about the range of activities and sports, performing arts and public speaking competitions offered by Macra, please check out www.macra.ie and the Dungarvan Macra Facebook page.

Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 9/11/’15 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day KG Meal KG/Cow/Day Average Farm Cover Cover Per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 14.00 4.84 4.16 1.30 2 731 388 1,400 32 22

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 16 5.29 4.09 1.52 3 650 2,100 35 15

Comments: Grange, Waterford • 78% of the farm closed to date. • Cows getting silage on the very wet days. • 23% of the herd dried off with Dry Cow Tubes and Sealers and they are housed fulltime. • 403 kgs Milk Solids/cow sold to Glanbia up to end of September 2015 Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny • Cows in day and night over the wet weekend on silage. • Drying off low yielders has increased milk yield/cow but Fat and Protein % have fallen on silage. • Planning to put in new cubicles next week.

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Dungarvan Mart Report

Waterford County Executive IFA 60th Anniversary Banquet Held in Lawlor's Hotel Dungarvan. Included in photo Eddie Downey, IFA President; Michael Burke, Propietor Lawlor's Hotel; John Cummins, Mayor of Waterford City and County; John Fitzgerald, IFA County Chairman, and friends. [Pat Crowley]

Glanbia pays competitive grain price and will continue to support growers RESPONDING to this week IFA Grain committee protest at Glanbia House, the Chief Executive of Glanbia Agribusiness Colm Eustace said that he appreciated the challenging situation facing Irish grain growers after the third successive year of weak global grain markets. However, he strongly defended Glanbia’s grain prices, stating that the market prices set at harvest represented an optimistic view of the prevailing markets. “While our market prices have attracted considerable commentary, it should be acknowledged that over 40% of our total intake now attracts some level of premium or bonus; this is worth around €2m in total to growers compared to the equivalent non-contracted grains. This is a far higher proportion of overall grain contracted than any other merchant in the country.” Regarding the IFA’s comments on Oat contracts, Colm Eustace pointed out that Glanbia is the best Oat buyer in the country, having paid €188 per tonne for

Gluten Free Oats (plus free harvesting); €164/t for Standard Food Grade Oats; €140/t for Equine Oats and €120/t for un-contracted Feed Grade Oats. Glanbia has paid a market leading price of €162/t for Malting Barley and through our forward grain trading mechanism a high proportion of our winter barley attracted prices of up to €155/tonne at 20% moisture. In addition to the above prices, all shareholders receive a Co-Op bonus of €5 per tonne subject to meeting certain trading criteria.This payment will be made before year end. Eligible grain suppliers that are not currently members of the Co-Op will have the opportunity to join the Society in the coming weeks and can qualify for this 2015 bonus once their application for membership is approved. Colm Eustace said that Glanbia also invests considerable resources in facilitating forward selling of grain by farmers, making a weekly price offer to farmers by text. “Our intention is to run

some additional grower meetings through crop season 2016 to further promote forward marketing of grain”. In 2015 individual growers have benefited from this forward trading facility by €1520/tonne. Approximately 20% of all grains handled by Glanbia were sold forward throughout the 2015 season. For example, 16,000 tonnes of Green Feed Barley was sold forward at an average price of €142.20/t. He pointed out that Glanbia also offer growers the opportunity to contract ‘dry and store’ their grain using Glanbia grain handling facilities. This allows growers to participate in gains from future market should that occur. It is worth noting that there was very little uptake of this opportunity from growers in harvest 2015. “Glanbia had a final green intake of 214,000 tonnes, which was over 25,000 tonnes above our original projection; yet we did not refuse to take grain from any farmer even though the surplus will cost us significantly

in additional external storage and transport.” Colm Eustace stated that in recent years Glanbia Agribusiness has been very proactive in developing initiatives that support the incomes of growers. This includes: • Investment in a food grade oat mill that is delivering significant returns for our partnership growers; • Successful assembly of 6,000 tonnes of a gluten free oat product and significant investment in harvesting and storage capacity further demonstrating our commitment to growers and leveraging the Glanbia sales and marketing teams across Europe and the USA; • Developing options on ancient grains (quinoa and amaranth) and flour milling with a view to developing additional benefits for growers. • Glanbia has invested well in excess of €10m in grain facilities in recent years, which shows our continued strong commitment to grain growers.

SAMPLE PRICES DRY COWS 1 A.A. 860 kgs. made €1,410. 1 Lim. 795 kgs. made €1,280. 1 Lim. 735 kgs. made €1,200. 1 Fr. 725 kgs. made €1,155. 1 Sim. 740 kgs. made €1,150. BULLOCKS 1 Her. 805 kgs. made €1,455. 3 Lim 585 kgs. made €1,175 each. 1 Belgian Blue 775 kgs. made €1,560. 8 Lim. 501 kgs. made €1,075 each. 7 Her. 390 kgs. made €845 each. 6 A.A. 417 kgs. made €870 each. 3 Frs. 435 kgs. made €865 each. HEIFERS 1 Lim. 595 kgs. made €1,265. 3 Sim. 555 kgs. made €1,075 each. 2 Lim 505 kgs. made €1,020 each. 2 Sim. 465 kgs. made €955 each. Weanling Sale this Thursday 12th November, 2015. Special Entry for this sale of a number of Bucket Fed Bull Weanlings, for local producers. Next Weanling Sale Thursday, 26th November, 2015. Entries are now being taken. Final Weanling Sale will be held on Thursday, 10th December, 2015.

O C

Eddie Downey said, “Loyal Glanbia grain suppliers are extremely unhappy that their own shareholder funds are being used by the company to subvent the basic price paid for green grain this harvest. The Glanbia grain price, inclusive of the shareholder bonus, only matches the prevailing market price for green grain and this is unacceptable." He said the shareholder fund was set up specifically to support growers through difficult periods when incomes are under pressure due to low commodity prices or other extreme events. It was never envisaged that the fund would be used to subvent prices which are shy of the prevailing market price paid by others.

IFA Grain Chairman Liam Dunne said growers have also been angered by a number of contract changes unilaterally imposed by Glanbia, including the imposition of cuts to the premium for Sturm contract oats (premium payable on 80% of delivered tonnes); changes to the bushel weight standard (moving from 52kph to 54kph); a further reduction of the premium of €10/t for gluten free oats and an insistence of a minimum field size of 20ac. Mr. Dunne said that Glanbia's grain drying charges at €36/tonne are also well out of line with the norm and these costs are going to have to be reduced as part of ensuring that competitive forward selling grain opportunities are provided to growers.

Cow Fertility Copper Cobalt Transright Super Ringwormer Twin Flock Selco/V Muscleright Nutritional Iodine

SPECIALISTS IN CATTLE & SHEEP MINERAL & VITAMIN DEFICIENCIES

JAMES DALTON 087-8300770 East Cork/Waterford Rep.

Website: www.natural-nutrition.eu (1-4)

READER’S QUERIES Question: I applied to join GLAS earlier this year. I had a plan submitted in May and I was told by my planner that I needed to have a further plan with soil analysis prepared later in the year. I am wondering when the second plan will be drawn up as I would like to take a few soil tests now but I don’t want to upset the GLAS plan. Can you please advise? Answer: The second plan I take it you are referring to is the Nutrient Management Plan, (NMP). Originally, it had been thought that this plan would have to be submitted before the end of 2015 however the deadline for receipt of these plans has now been extended out to the 1st of December 2016 for GLAS 1 participants. Planners will start preparing the Nutrient Management Plans with participants early in the New Year. As these plans will require soil analysis you can go ahead and take them. Anytime from now on is ideal. If you are in any doubt as to where they are to be taken you can give your planner a call. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: AEOS 1 participants who wish to join GLAS should contact a planner at their earliest convenience.

FA R M E R S ! HAVE YOUR FARMING QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY AGRICULTURAL CONSULTANT

TERENCE MORRISSEY Send your queries to: Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan,Co. Waterford, or to Morrissey & Associates, Mweelnahorna, Ring, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

COUNTY WATERFORD SHEEPBREEDERS’ ASSOCIATION

Land

2–5 ACRES OF LAND WANTED TO PURCHASE – Within 10 kms. of Dungarvan. Rough land with access, may suit. Cash buyer. Tel. (089) 4997705. (20-11)

Annual Mass for Deceased Members will be celebrated this

Friday night, 13th November at 7.30 p.m.

in Nire Church

Tillage farmers short-changed by Glanbia Grain Price ADDRESSING an IFA protest of grain farmers outside Glanbia House in Kilkenny on Monday, IFA President Eddie Downey accused Glanbia of short-changing hard-pressed tillage farmers on feed grain prices paid this harvest. Mr. Downey said the company’s price, which lags behind competitors across the industry, has vexed growers given the very difficult income situation they face after three consecutive years of poor market returns. He said, “Growers expect some solidarity from Glanbia this year as they struggle to pay off bills and meet their costs. The Board and management have to look again at the grain prices paid this harvest”.

• • • • • • • •

NORRIS BROS. LTD. STRADBALLY, CO. WATERFORD Tel. (051) 292215 / 291222

FA R M & I N D U S T R I A L BU I L D I N G S • • • • • •

Fully Tax Compliant Company Fully Insured REA Compliant Health & Safety Compliant With over 30 years experience Using only the best quality materials • Satisfaction Guaranteed www.norrisbrothers.eu Tel. (051) 292215 / 291222

Inside entertainment … only Your entertainment guide

e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie | telephone 058 41205

Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan A Christmas Star BORN under the Christmas Star, Noelle believes she has the gift to perform miracles, so when conniving developer McKerrod threatens her peaceful life she and her friends determine to use this gift to thwart his plans and save their village.

Pictured at Dunphy's Bar, Kill, for the launch of the "Michael Power Christmas Day Memorial Swim 2015" which takes place at Kilmurrin Cove, Christmas Day at 12 noon, were: Tom Power, Chair., Michael Power Memorial Swim; Ben O'Sullivan,Chair, Irish Red Cross, Portlaw Branch, and representatives from both committees. [John Power]

November 15 21 Aries March 20th April 19th

Taurus April 20th May 20th

Gemini ACROSS 1 Anagram of RAGWEED (7) 5 A feeling of vexation caused by wounded pride (5) 8 A fortified spot or a colour (3) 9 Kingdom bordered by South Africa and Mozambique (9) 10 The _ , nickname of AFC Bournemouth (8) 11 One of the colloquial names for prison (4) 13 Girl s name meaning happy victory (6) 15 Historically, a sailors chant while hauling ropes (2-2-2) 17 Push out one s lips (4) 18 Scottish theatre and film director Jack (8) 21 At _ _ , very quickly (3,6) 22 The flag carrier airline of the Netherlands (1,1,1) 24 Of a disease, coming to a crisis (5) 25 Of a disease, persisting for a long time (7) DOWN 1 One of the words whose meaning can be changed with an apostrophe (3) 2 Spirit that may come out of a bottle (5) 3 Place a limit on (8) 4 A crown or jewelled headband (6) 5 Abbreviated form of part of some orchestras names (4) 6 Italian for four, a term used by Audi (7) 7 Item originally containing duck feathers (9) 10 _ VII Philopator, the last active pharaoh (9) 12 Alternative name for Winnie-the-Pooh (4,4) 14 Word that can follow art (7) 16 The largest province of Canada by area (6) 19 Japanese corporation whose products include cameras (5) 20 A bird or, in America, a past tense (4) 23 London sport club founded in 1787 (1,1,1) SOLUTION

Royal Ballet: Viscera/Afternoon of a Faun/Tchaikovsky pas de deux/Carmen (Live) Playing Thursday 12th at 7.15 p.m. ENJOY four short ballets in one evening with this quadruple programme from The Royal Ballet. Liam Scarlett has used Lowell Liebermann’s thrilling Piano Concerto No.1 as the inspiration for his similarly audacious choreography in Viscera. Debussy’s evocative score is the inspiration for Jerome Robbins’s Afternoon of a Faun, which depicts two ballet dancers as absorbed by their own

Crossword

May 21st June 20th

Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

RIENDSHIPS come and go this week and it looks as though a long-standing relationship hits the dust. This may leave you feeling isolated but it clears the way for a more useful liaison. n Wednesday you may have to focus your attention on your goals and ambitions whether O these be work related or connected to your home life. Parental figures may cause a row. HIS week you will experience a number of T small upsets. You may fall out with a neighbour or there could be a blow up at work over a complete misunderstanding.

PHEAVALS in the workplace will continue to occur but the effect of these will now be more positive for you. Now it is time for you to look at your finances more carefully. HIS week brings a relationship problem into focus and this may even be the time to bring a T stale affair to an end. On Sunday, someone new will start to look your way. HE planets are shining a benevolent light on T your finances and adding drive and ambition, so your earning capacity is definitely improving. You have some bright ideas. HAT a week! With beneficial planets shining W their light on your sign, you can hardly go wrong. This is party time so get your glad rags on and boogie on down. HERE seems to be something amiss in your T home environment and worse still, there isn t much you can do to improve matters. Keep the family happy and wait for things to improve.

Sagittarius

THE planets suggest that you have been under a

Capricorn

shadow for the past few months but now you November are moving out into the light once again. This 22nd December 21st ushers in a far more positive phase for you. December 22nd January 19th

Aquarius January 20th February 18th

Pisces February 19th March 19th

AKE care with your money and valuables on Friday as there may be thieves or tricksters about! Drive carefully and keep your wits about you whatever you are doing this week.

HERE is a major change of direction to be T faced up to but this will bring an outstanding problem to a head. You will be rewarded if you face changes with courage and honesty. OU will make the unwelcome discovery that Y someone close to you has been extremely foolish and it will fall to you to put things right for them. At work you can t put a foot wrong now.

A Christmas Star is set in a fictional community within Northern Ireland and tells the heart-warming, magical story of Noelle, a spirited and special young girl. Her story is a roller coaster journey of self-discovery, faith, doubt and loyalty.

reflections as they are attracted to each other. George Balanchine’s Tchaikovsky pas de deux uses a fragment of music composed for the 1877 production of Swan Lake for an eight-minute display of ballet bravura and technique. Carlos Acosta focuses on the dramatic essentials of love, jealousy and revenge in his new production of Carmen. As well as choreographing the production, Acosta will dance the lead role.

NT Live: Coriolanus (Encore) Playing Thursday 12th at 8.30 p.m. NATIONAL Theatre Live's 2013 broadcast of the Donmar Warehouse’s production of Coriolanus returns to cinemas by popular demand. Shakespeare’s searing tragedy of political manipulation and revenge, Coriolanus features an Evening Standard Award-winning performance from Tom Hiddleston (The Avengers, War Horse (film), BBC's The Hollow Crown) in the title role, directed by the Donmar's Artistic Director Josie Rourke. The full company includes Jacqueline Boatswain, Peter De Jersey, Alfred Enoch,

Deborah Findlay, Hadley Fraser, Mark Gatiss, Birgitte Hjort Sørensen, Elliot Levey, Rochenda Sandall, Helen Schlesinger, Mark Stanley and Dwane Walcott. When an old adversary threatens Rome, the city calls once more on her hero and defender: Coriolanus. But he has enemies at home too. Famine threatens the city, the citizens’ hunger swells to an appetite for change, and on returning from the field Coriolanus must confront the march of realpolitik and the voice of an angry people.

Laurel & Hardy Double Bill The Music Box/Block Heads Playing Sunday 15th at 3.00 p.m. and Tuesday 17th at 8.30 p.m. THE Music Box – The Laurel & Hardy Moving Co. have a challenging job on their hands (and backs): hauling a player piano up a monumental flight of stairs to Prof. von Schwarzenhoffen's house. Their task is complicated by a sassy nursemaid and, unbeknownst to them, the impatient Prof. von Schwarzenhoffen himself. But the biggest problem is the force of gravity, which repeatedly pulls the piano back down to the bottom of the stairs. Finally, the irate Professor explodes in fury to discover the "mechanical blunderbuss" in his home, not knowing it was a surprise birthday present from his wife.

Block Heads – It's 1938, but Stan doesn't know the war is over; he's still patrolling the trenches in France, and shoots down a French aviator. Oliver sees his old chum's picture in the paper and goes to visit Stan at the Soldier's Home. Thinking Stan is disabled (it's just that he's sitting on his leg), Oliver takes pity on him and takes him home for a nice home-cooked meal. But Oliver's wife has other ideas and leaves him to fend for himself. After blowing up the kitchen, Oliver is helped by his next-door neighbor, Mrs. Gilbert... until the big-game hunting Mr. Gilbert comes home unexpectedly, carrying a shotgun.

Being AP with Live Q and A Playing Monday 23rd at 6.10 p.m. AN intimate portrait of legendary horseracing jockey AP McCoy, who risks life and limb in his determination to place his winning record out of reach of future challengers before he retires. McCoy is a man addicted to winning and in over twenty years as a jockey, he achieved a legendary status, tallying up more than 4,000 wins. In this gripping

film from EMMY and BAFTA winning director Anthony Wonke, we gain unprecedented access to both McCoy and the world of horse-racing itself. As he nears the age of forty and surveys the broken bones, shattered records and ceaseless sacrifice that have defined his career, McCoy must confront an uncertain future.

Across: 1 Wagered, 5 Pique, 8 Dun, 9 Swaziland, 10 Cherries, 11 Stir, 13 Eunice, 15 Yo-ho-ho, 17 Pout, 18 Buchanan, 21 The double, 22 KLM, 24 Acute, 25 Chronic. Down: 1 Wed, 2 Genie, 3 Restrict, 4 Diadem, 5 Phil., 6 Quattro, 7 Eiderdown, 10 Cleopatra, 12 Pooh Bear, 14 Nouveau, 16 Quebec, 19 Nikon, 20 Dove, 23 MCC.

Inside entertainment … only Your entertainment guide

e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie | telephone 058 41205

Dungarvan Town Pantomime!

“Sleeping Beauty” just two weeks away DUNGARVAN Encore Stage Academy is delighted to inform you that tickets for the much anticipated 2015 Christmas Pantomime are on sale now!!! The Panto ‘SLEEPING BEAUTY’, which is packed with music, jokes, dancing and talent, will be on stage nightly from Thursday, November 26th, to Saturday 28th and Thursday, December 3rd, to Saturday 5th at 7.30 p.m. each evening. Also this year there are two Matinee perform-

ances, dates are Sunday 29th and 6th and the start time is 3.00 p.m. Tickets on sale in David Walsh Office Supplies, and Kelly’s Chemist, Abbeyside & Ray Kelly’s Wellbeing Centre Family & Group Concessions are available. Again a local cast will perform for “Dungarvan Aglow” so watch out for Panto Characters floating around the town over the next two weeks! We have lots of new fresh faces who are practicing

hard to ensure you enjoy the fresh new format this year! This year’s Panto is the best yet!! Lots of quality music, acting and dances for the whole family to enjoy. Check out our Panto” Cut Out” outside Kelly’s Wellbeing Centre. Take a picture as Princess Aurora or the handsome prince. In addition Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy is delighted to announce their new January Show “The Witches” by Roald Dahl.

This will be the first full professional Drama show for teens! Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy is now taking bookings for the January term. For further information you are welcome to contact Aileen Hogan on 087 6299508 anytime. For up to date announcements keep your eyes on the papers and on facebook http://www.facebook.com/EncoreStageAca demy

Bridget O’Sullivan, Carol Whelan, Ursula Duggan and Queenie Cummins.

Raymond Tobin

Blaithnaid Foley

Luke O’Brien

Michael Drummy

Deirdre Collender as Fairy Angelica

Caroline O'Toole as "Tickles."

Carol Elstead Thomas as Maleficent

Holly Dwyer as Princess Aurora

Daniel Kearney’s Piano Recital at Ballyduff TICKETS for Daniel Kearney’s Piano Recital on Saturday, 28th November, at 8.00 p.m. in St. Michael’s Hall, Ballyduff Upper, are now on sale in Kelly’s Pharmacy, Abbeyside and the Gala Express Corner Shop, Ballyduff Upper for €10. Following Daniel’s previous recital in National Church of Ireland, this recital in Ballyduff Upper is set to be a fantastic evening of music and a wonderful community spirit. Daniel grew up in Ballyduff Upper until he was 7 years old and it means the world to him that he can perform in a venue that is so close to his heart. The young pianist has performed in many prestigious venues such as aboard the

Dunbrody Famine Ship, in The National Concert Hall, Dublin, amongst many others, and will soon be touring around Ireland. The young man from Ballyduff Upper is sure to go on to huge things in his musical future; the piano recital in St. Michael’s Hall is an event not to be missed out on. With guest performances by Brian Hughes on the flute and VoiceOver – Ladies Choir, the evening is guaranteed to be filled with musical talent that will leave you in awe. Known by everyone in the Ballyduff Upper Community, Tom Kearney is MCing the evening and is sure to be entertaining with anecdotes of Daniel’s childhood as he presents the evening’s run-

ning order. Attendees of Daniel’s piano recital in National Church of Ireland had commented that Daniel’s performances were incredible. “What a humble young man that is amazingly talented!” and “I’m glad I saw him so I can tell people when he’s famous!”was overheard after Daniel’s performance in the town of Dungarvan. The St. Michael’s Hall Piano Recital on 28th November will be one to remember. Daniel Kearney welcomes you to join him, Brian Hughes and VoiceOver Ladies Choir at St. Michael’s Hall, Ballyduff Upper, at 8.00 p.m. and invites you to sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

Deise Singers Tea Time Recital DECEMBER is always a busy time for The Deise Singers, as it is the first performance of their new season. This takes place each year in St. Mary's Church of Ireland, Dungarvan. The time, like the venue is very convenient! It's 6.00 p.m. sharp, Sunday 13th, hence the title of our of our musical offering is, A TEA TIME RECITAL. The programme in total is just over an hour and afterwards we invite you for a cuppa and a treat. The recital is now in its fourth year and

has been a sell out each time.The choir will perform a mixture of folk, spiritual, classical and of course, Christmas songs. Musical director, Fiona Tobin and accompanist, Elaine Ryan are still at the helm of The Deise Singers. Our guests on the night will be the all female vocal group, Voice-over. Tickets are at the very reasonable price of €8. So clear the diary for that evening! More details will follow on when tickets are available and where to purchase. Keep tuned here for updates!

Entertainment …

only Your entertainment guide

The Moorings Entertainment

– presents –

Flower Arranging Christmas Flower Christmas Arranging Gala Night

Music with

Craig & Grainne

with Richard Delmer AOIFA

FOOD SERVED EVERY DAY FROM 12 For Reservations 058 41461

8.00 p.m. Proceeds to Dungarvan Community Hospital and St. Mary’s Primary School Tickets €10 • Doors open 7.00 p.m. Raffle on the night

@ SGC Dungarvan

✄

Answer: ………………………………………………………………………………………… Name: ………………………………………………………………………………………….. Address: ……………………………………………………………..………………………… ………………………………………………………………………...……………………….. ……………………………………………… Tel. No. ………………………...….……………

Call a cab …

Saturday, 14th November :–

QUICK STEP BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND CLLR. SEAMUS O’DONNELL 087-6859270

! WIN

BEING AP WIN @ SGC Dungarvan

Being AP with Live Q&A Monday, 23rd November, at 6.10 p.m. An intimate portrait of legendary horse-racing jockey AP McCoy, who risks life and limb in his determination to place his winning record out of reach of future challengers before he retires. McCoy is a man addicted to winning and in over twenty years as a jockey, he achieved a legendary status, tallying up more than 4,000 wins. In this gripping film from EMMY and BAFTA winning director Anthony Wonke, we gain unprecedented access to both McCoy and the world of horse-racing itself. As he nears the age of forty and surveys the broken bones, shattered records and ceaseless sacrifice that have defined his career, McCoy must confront an uncertain future. Synopsis – An intimate portrait of legendary horse-racing jockey AP McCoy, who risks life and limb in his determination to place his winning record out of reach of future challengers before he retires. McCoy is a man addicted to winning and in over twenty years as a jockey, he achieved a legendary status, tallying up more than 4,000 wins. In this gripping film from EMMY and BAFTA winning director Anthony Wonke, we gain unprecedented access to both McCoy and the world of horse-racing itself. As he nears the age of forty and surveys the broken bones, shattered records and ceaseless sacrifice that have defined his career, McCoy must confront an uncertain future. Trailer – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjMBZXwJeRk The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Being AP Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 17th November. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

Rocky Horror Picture Show 40th Anniversary from The Royal Albert Hall Wednesday, 25th November, at 8.30 p.m. In celebration of The Rocky Horror Picture Show's 40th anniversary, audiences across the UK and Ireland can relive Richard O'Brien's sinfully twisted salute to horror, sci-fi, b-movies and rock music. The screening of the iconic film will be preceded by an audience Q&A with the show's stars, Tim Curry, Patricia Quinn and Nell Campbell. Filmed live at the Royal Albert Hall's recent red carpet gala screening, the pop culture phenomenon will be shown in cinemas across the UK on Wednesday 25th November, 2015. Director and co-scriptwriter Jim Sharman's cinematic classic follows newlyweds Janet (Susan Sarandon) and Brad (Barry Bostwick) as they find themselves with a flat tyre, on a darkened street, in the rain. When Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a self-proclaimed "sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania" offers the pair shelter in his sinister mansion, they discover a host of wild eccentrics in residence including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf), unsettling butler, Riff Raff (Richard O'Brien), and his outlandish sister, Magenta ('the other set of Jaws' Patricia Quinn). Through spectacular dances and a blistering soundtrack including unforgettable hits such as Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch Me, Damn It, Janet, and of course, dance floor-filler The Time Warp, crazed creator Frank-N-Furter reveals his latest creation – Rocky – and Brad and Janet find life will never be the same again … Based on Richard O'Brien's West End and Stateside hit stage musical, upon its 1975 cinema release, The Rocky Horror Picture Show quickly established itself as the most popular cult film of all time and remains the longest running cinematic release in film history. The ultimate 'midnight-movie', the film has been translated into over 20 languages and is renowned the world over for its incredible audience participation, with its legion of fans making the film an ever immersive experience by attending screenings in outlandish costumes and shouting out hundreds of talk-back lines. So for one night only, fasten your garter belt, rip those fishnets and Don't Dream It, Be It. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Rocky Horror Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 17th November. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

✄ Question: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is screened at SGC on what date?

O L D PA R I S H 058-46267

This Friday & Saturday night

On Wednesday, 18th November The Park Hotel, Dungarvan

The Rocky Horror Picture Show WIN

J O H N PAU L’ S BA R

Observer Competition Winner Royal Ballet Carmen @ SGC Dungarvan MARY O’BRIEN, Knocknastooka, Grange, via Youghal, Co. Waterford. Winner can collect prize at SGC Dungarvan.

✄

✄ Question: Being AP is screened at SGC on what date?

✄

DUNGARVAN FLOWER & GARDEN CLUB

! WIN

e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie | telephone 058 41205

Answer: ……………………………………………………. Name: ……………………………………………………… Address: …………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………… ………………………… Tel. No. ………………………...…

Joe Cliffe

Ollie Gillen

Ann O’Dwyer

Nicholas Drohan

Liam McCarthy

087 7935393 /

087

058

087

68101 /

058 44570

7449965

44043

8144777

087 2630666

Entertainment …

only Your entertainment guide

e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie | telephone 058 41205

Friday 13th – Thursday 19th FILM INFORMATION AND BOOKING LINE 058 45796 www.sgcdungarvan.ie N OV E M B E R / D E C E M B E R E V E N T S – N O W B O O K I N G LAUREL & HARDY DOUBLE BILL

SPECTRE (12A) 150 mins. 4 K R E S O LU T I O N ! DAILY 6.10, 9.10

NOVEMBER 15th

THE MUSIC BOX/BLOCK HEADS

CROTTY’S INN

NOVEMBER 17th

LEAMYBRIEN

Progressive 45 Card Drive Commencing 9.30 p.m. sharp

✄

THE MUSIC BOX/BLOCK HEADS NOVEMBER 23rd

DANCING TO

JASON TRAVERS

DECEMBER 1st

DECEMBER 7th DECEMBER 8th DECEMBER 10th

D I G I TA L ! FRI. – MON. & WED. 7.20, 9.30

ON SALE!

JANE EYRE

DECEMBER 30th

THE MARTIAN (12A) 142 mins. 3D: FRI. – WED. 8.30

HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2 (PG) 90 mins. 2D: DAILY 4.10; ALSO SAT., SUN. 11.10, 2.10

CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA / PAGLIACCI (Opera Live)

INSIDE OUT (G) 104 mins. (WITH SHORT FILM: LAVA) D I G I TA L ! DAILY 4.20; ALSO SAT., SUN. 11.40, 2.00

ON SALE!

THREE TENORS CHRISTMAS CONCERT (2000) KONZERHAUS VIENNA

Coming Sunday, 22nd April KILROSSANTY/FEWS PARISH SALE OF WORK

Q. What is the name of the ‘Evil Character’ in Sleeping Beauty?

SCOUTS GUIDE TO ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE (15A) 93 mins.

GIOVANNA D’ARCO (Live Opera)

ROYAL OPERA HOUSE DECEMBER 15th

DECEMBER 17th

Dungarvan Observer in association with Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy are giving one lucky reader the chance to win a pair of tickets to the production of Dungarvan Town Pantomime “Sleeping Beauty” on Thursday, 26th November. All you have to do is answer the following question and send your entries to: Sleeping Beauty Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 17th November, 2015.

D I G I TA L ! DAILY 4.00, 6.25, 8.50; ALSO SAT., SUN. 1.35

THE MIKADO

NT LIVE PRESENTS THE CLASSIC ON SALE!

DEREK VEALE

Dungarvan Town Pantomime Sleeping Beauty

BROOKLYN (12A) 112 mins.

GOYA: Visions of Flesh and Blood

TEATRO ALLA SCALA

DANCING TO

Win Tickets

D I G I TA L ! FRI. – WED. 5.30, 6.40; THUR. 4.00, 6.40 ALSO SAT., SUN. 11.20, 1.10, 3.40 (NO SUN.)

LIVE FROM THE ENGLISH NATIONAL OPERA ON SALE!

DECEMBER 16th

Tel. (051) 291254 / (087) 6599126.

THE WINTERS TALE

ART ON SCREEN DECEMBER 3rd

Coming Saturday, 21st April

Crotty’s Inn available for Parties, Meetings and Functions.

NEW! ON SALE!

A CHRISTMAS STAR (G) 82 mins.

KENNETH BRANAGH THEATRE LIVE ON SALE!

Sunday, 15th November

Clotto €5,400

ON SALE!

ROCKY HORROR SHOW 40th ANNIVERSARY MOVIE

NOVEMBER 26th

EVENING! ON SALE!

BEING AP FILM + LIVE Q&A with AP McCOY

NOVEMBER 25th

Non-player draw and refreshments Saturday, 14th November

LAUREL & HARDY DOUBLE BILL

ON SALE!

S E V E N DAY K I D S ’ C L U B M OV I E S

THE NUTCRACKER (Ballet Live) THE ROYAL BALLET

ON SALE!

LA DAMNATION DE FAUST (Opera Live) OPERA DE PARIS

ON SALE!

CASSE-NOISETTE COMPAGNE (Ballet Live) BALLET DE MONTE CARLO

HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2 SAT., SUN. 11.10; FRI. & MON. – THUR. 4.10

PIXELS 2D: SAT. – SUN. 11.20

ON SALE!

INSIDE OUT 2D: SAT., SUN. 11.40; FRI. & MON. – THUR. 4.20

THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 2 (12A) 137 mins.

T U E S DAY E L E V E N S E S

3D: THURSDAY, 19th NOVEMBER, 6.10, 8.30, 9.30

NOVEMBER 17th @ 11.00 a.m. ACTIVE AGE SCREENING:

LAUREL & HARDY DOUBLE BILL

THE MUSIC BOX / BLOCK HEADS SUNDAY, 15th NOVEMBER @ 3.00 p.m. & TUESDAY, 17th NOVEMBER @ 8.30 p.m.

BOOK ONLINE @ www.sgcdungarvan.ie

BLOG @ www.sgcdungarvan.com

✄

Friday, 13th March LEAMYBRIEN TIDY TOWNS FUNDRAISING

MATINEE! ON SALE!

(THE MUSIC BOX / BLOCK HEADS) REEL PARENTS SCREENING:

BROOKLYN SPECIAL NEEDS SCREENING:

HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2D

/SGCDungarvan @SGCDungarvan

WI A Crucial Week in the Life WI N N of a Grocer’s Assistant Dungarvan Observer in association with Dungarvan Dramatic Club are giving one lucky reader the chance to win a pair of tickets to DDC’s production of “A Crucial Week in the Life of a Grocer’s Assistant”, written by Tom Murphy, on Wednesday, November 18th, in the Town Hall Theatre. All you have to do is answer the following question and send your entries to: Crucial Week Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Monday, 16th November, 2015. Winners to be announced in this paper next week.

A. …………………………………………………………...

Q. Who wrote “A Crucial Week in the Life of a Grocer’s Assistant?

Name: ……………………………………………………...

A. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Address: …………………………………………………...

Name: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………

Address: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………

Tel: ………………………………………………………….

………………………………………………………………… Tel: ………………………………………

Spurling Group Cinemas

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate Vol. 102 (Reg. in GPO as a Newspaper) Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Tel: (058) 41205 / 42042. Fax: (058) 41559.

e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie sport@dungarvanobserver.ie features@dungarvanobserver.ie Web: www.dungarvanobserver.ie Follow us on: @DungarvanObserv

Déise Newsround tomekeith@hotmail.com

We welcome positive, good news stories for this page!

Where the news is always good!

April Duff, social reformer of the future HAVING featured here on the back page some of our up and coming young people in a variety of spheres here in the Dungarvan area, people who have a wealth of experience behind them in serving our community in many different ways, there is one recent university graduate who has distinguished herself in her studies both at St. Augustine’s College and more recently in University College Dublin where she graduated this Summer with her Degree in Law and Politics. Through her teenage years, April Duff was active in several organisations which gave her an outlet for working for the good of the community and her fellow teens and was a natural leader in the No Name Club and latterly, Comhairle na nÓg in County Waterford. In Secondary School too, her natural leadership and inspirational skills were apparent to both her teachers and fellow students.

Earlier in the Summer, I caught up with her and asked her for her thoughts on the Ireland which she is entering as a young and educationally well qualified young adult and where she will use her considerable talents for change. “We are extremely lucky, we live in a great country,” she says. “I think we underestimate ourselves a great deal. Having studied abroad, I think we have a great education system, much better than many other countries. April also spent an academic year in Fribourg University, Switzerland where she studied law and French taking all her classes through the French language. “It was tough but very enjoyable,” she says, “and I developed my French almost to fluency, so now I have to keep it up particularly all the legal language if I am to use it later.” So, where did she find outlets for her motivation to work for the community?

“The defining thing for me was always Dáil na nÓg where I represented Waterford County on the National Council. We worked on recommendations on a national level and my particular interest was in getting the Social, Personal and Health Education Programme implemented in the senior cycle, to continue from the junior cycle where it already existed. “It is a subject that teaches life skills, social skills and it is where I got my passion for mental and physical health and social issues. That was introduced in St. Augustine’s some years ago, but unfortunately not on a national level yet.” Comhairle na nÓg did not exist in Waterford at that stage, so with some other active young people, April set about having a branch set up in Waterford, under the auspices of the Local Authority and the Department of Youth Affairs. “I chaired that for a year or two and then when I went to College,

Jamie Moore and I became advisors and eventually took over as co-ordinators where we are still active. That has given many other young people an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and an outlet for their social talents.” One of the projects on which she, Jamie and other colleagues worked was a video entitled ‘Mind Matters’ on the subject of mental health. It was widely acclaimed and has turned out to be a very useful promotional aid for encouraging people to concentrate on their mental health and even several years on, copies are still requested from around the country. Having cut her teeth and got her experience in these organisations, April is continuing to take an active interest in social affairs and social justice. “Of course, there is much we have to change in the social sphere in this country. For instance, there are a great many refugees coming

Fighting their battles A FEATURE of festivals and exhibitions which has grown in popularity in recent years is the re-enactment of events from the past, mainly military. From the Vikings to the Second World War, there are groups all around the country who will bring to life local, national or international history, to the delight of a growing number of spectators. Two weeks ago, an organising group representative of the Council’s Heritage and Archives sections led by Bernadette Guest and Joanne Rothwell respectively, who together with the Waterford County Museum organised for 'Waterford's Revolutionary Decade Roadshow' to come to The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, as part of the centenary commemoration of the First World War, the 1916 Rising and the War of Independence. That magnificent exhibition was put together by Gabriel Doherty of UCC’s School of History and enthralled audiences wherever it has shown. This was an excellent indoor and outdoor display which showed a great deal of documentation and arte-

facts from the era, as well as a very lifelike re-enactment of an engagement between Crown Forces and the IRA in the grounds of the hotel. There were many interested spectators in attendance as heavily armed men in British uniform clashed with others in civilian clothes, but equally well armed and with bandoliers of ammunition across their chests. Shots rang out across the garden of The Park Hotel and spectators crouched involuntarily as the blank ammunition, making a very realistic crack and bang, sent both sides flat to the ground or onto one knee to exchange fire with the

‘enemy’. It was all very realistic and the twenty minute or so production drew a loud round of applause for those who were still standing and those who had been ‘killed or wounded’ and lay in the still dry grass. George Buckley from Cork was the officer in charge of the irregulars, played by the Irish Military Re-enactment Group and, as soon as he had overseen the collecting and accounting for the weapons, he spoke of how the group got together and where they come from. “We have members from all over the southern half of the country,” he said, “from Counties Cork,

Kerry, Dublin, Wicklow, Wexford and Waterford. What we do mostly is the re-enactment of the prelude to the Normandy Invasion. We play the 101st Airborne Unit of the US Army who parachuted into France the night before the invasion. But we also love to do what we were doing today, re-enacting the War of Independence.” They have travelled around the country, but as yet have not been called to take part in any major film production. Maybe in the future! Those who saw them were very impressed and now all they need is a film producer in need and a casting director with a good eye!!

into Ireland who are getting far less than the traditional Irish welcome, or indeed, not receiving any welcome at all. There is huge discrimination in regard to religion and in regard to race and there is much that needs to be changed there as well. “I suppose I am coming from a human rights perspective where we were used to condemning Syria and China for their human rights abuses, but there is much that needs to be changed in this country too. “The UN have come out on a number of occasions and said that we are not living up to any of our obligations under the Human Rights Treaties and I will continue to work in that area to promote change. “The homeless situation that we have in Ireland is just not right for a country which is not poor. True, we have had a bad economy compared to some of our European partners, but we are well enough off compared to the third world

UNIT 10 WESTGATE BUSINESS PARK DUNGARVAN, CO. WATERFORD Tel: 086-7753469/058-45683 Email: sales@westgatecarsales.ie Web: www.westgatecarsales.ie CALL NOW FOR MORE DETAILS! Finance Now Available! 142 Kia C’eed Sportwagon EX 1.6 CRDi 128bhp - €200 road tax, top of the range model - €18,495 132 Opel Corsa 1.2 16v SC 5 door Start/Stop - €200 road tax, up to 66mpg, alloys, foglights - €11,995

2012 Renault Fluence Expression 1.5 dCi Air con, Balance of 5 Year Warranty, €200 road tax, full history, Ash Grey €10,995 2012 Punto 1.3 JTD Silver, Air con, alloys, Start/Stop €190 tax €9995

132 Ford Fiesta 1.0 Zetec 65 PS 5 door Start/Stop - €180 road tax, up to 74mpg! Top spec model - €12,995

2011 Renault Grand Scenic 1.5 dCi 110, royale, 7 SEATER, full service history, €280 tax - €11,995

131 Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVT-I Sport 5 door - €200 road tax, up to 66mpg! Sports model, ESP - €12,995

2011 Renault Master MWB 125BHP Warranty to April 2016. Air conditioning, cruise control and speed limiter, twin airbags, max payload 1620KGS. €10,995 incl VAT

2012 Opel Vivaro SWB SL27 2.0 CDTi – ply-lined ready for work! Low mileage - €11,995 including VAT 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDi Match 105bhp, black, DSG 7 speed automatic, half leather, alloys, air conditioning - €15,995 (low tax)

2012 Renault Megane Expression 1.5 dCi 5 door, Balance of 5 Year Warranty, €200 road tax, full history, Eclipse Grey €10,995

[David Clynch]

countries that there should not be people who are homeless.” In that respect, she is echoing the sentiments of many of our population and we can be assured, that that cause, together with other social issues which she sees as a national priority, will be the focus of her attention in what is sure to be a committed career in her chosen sphere of law and politics.

Westgate Car Sales Ltd

2012 Renault Megane Expression 1.5 dCi 5 door, Balance of 5 Year Warranty, €200 road tax, full history, 135klms, White, €10,995

George Buckley, Cork, with his IRA companions at the 'Ambush' at The Park Hotel recently.

April Duff

2011 Peugeot Partner 3 Seater 1.6 HDi, - €8,995 incl. VAT 2008 Renault Laguna III 1.5 dCi Privilege, Black, top spec model, full history, €270 tax, every concieveable extra - €6995 2007 Land Rover Freelander Passenger 2.2 D Full service history, long test, Perfect working order, Comprehensive Warranty, €7,995. All above used cars sold with a Comprehensive Warranty

FINANCE IS AVAILABLE ON ALL VEHICLES - COMPETITIVE RATES Price quoted rd ales rfo ar S ate nalds includes C W e t Do €1,000 stga Log on to www.westgatecarsales.ie • • Mc • We ation t scrappage / for detailed pictures S Fire How to straight deal rk find us! Co allowance

SPORT

Vol. 103

Friday, 13th November, 2015

sport@dungarvanobserver.ie

Water ford Hurlers claim Three All Star Awards S E E PA G E 1 5

Waterford hurlers, left to right: Tadhg de Búrca, Young Hurler of the Year; Maurice Shanahan, and Noel Connors, with their GAA GPA All-Star Awards at the GAA GPA All-Star Awards 2015 sponsored by Opel at the Convention Centre, Dublin. [Paul Mohan / SPORTSFILE]

MODELIGO WINS SIXTH WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL TITLE Page 7

BALLINACOURTY’S GOALS DECISIVE IN WINNING FIRST TITLE

TENACIOUS STRADBALLY WINS 18th SENIOR FOOTBALL TITLE

Page 8

Pages 11, 12, 13 & 14

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

22nd Annual West Waterford Winter League

League up and running with huge numbers participating

Pictured is Michael Dee registering for this year’s Winter League.

Simon Moloney attaches his Winter League number to his bib.

Pictured at the recent launch of this year’s Paddy Joe Curran Memorial Turkey Trot were Waterford Ladies All Ireland football winners Mairead Wall, Eileen Wall, Linda Wall, along with race sponsor Ger Duhig of CTL Cleanzone Technologies.

RACE 2 MICHAEL ROCHE CARPETS SERIES

Launch of 7th Annual Paddy Joe Curran Memorial Turkey Trot 2015 ON Sunday, December 13th 2015 the 7th Annual Paddy Joe Curran Old Parish Turkey Trot will take place at the Marine Bar Dungarvan at 12 noon. A five mile run and 4 mile walk will take place on the day with all proceeds going to CUAN HOUSE,

Cancer Support Centre for East Cork and West Waterford. On Saturday October 31st some of the All Ireland winning Waterford ladies Football team and our special guest launched this year's event. The committee are delighted to have

Cleanzone Technology LTD on board as sponsor again this year, a big thank you to Ger Duhig and Johnny Curran for their continued support. Anyone who would like a sponsorship card please contact any Turkey Trot committee member.

West Waterford Juvenile Wyley Sports C.C. League WEEK 3 of the Wyley Sports sponsored Juvenile Cross Country League had a massive turnout of 92 athletes which is a new record. Niall Blackwell ran a great time of 6.04 and he will be hoping to break the 6 minute barrier over the next few weeks to the best of my knowledge only three athletes have gone under 6 minutes in the 17 years of the league. Seven minutes is the magical figure for the girls and Lucy Holmes is now only 2 seconds off it. Lia Cunningham had a great run improving her time by over 1 minute and she finished 26 places higher which has a great boost to Aoife Hamilton’s team who have taken a 16 point lead from Oisin O’Riordan’s team with Cian O’Riordan’s team a further 7 points back. Niall Blackwell 6.04, Cian O’Riordan 6.11, Oisin O’Riordan

6.31, Tommy Fennell 6.40, Aoife Hamilton 6.55, Lucy Holmes 7.02, Luke Power 7.03, Darina Shanley 7.07, Con Willians 7.15, Conor Fennell 7.23, Hannah Power 7.23, Mary Kate Prendergast 7.25, Rory Fennell 7.28, Thomas Hoarty 7.30, Ciaran Frisby 7.30, Aoife O’Brien 7.36, Caoimhe Dwyer 7.38, Daryl Harty 7.41, Ronan Mansfield 7.48, Megan Keogh 7.48, Eoin Kiely 7.53, Kate Killigrew 7.55, David Gaffney 7.59, Kate Hickey 7.59, Meg Ryan 8.00, Kate Heffernan 8.02, Lia Cunningham 8.05, David Nyhan 8.06, Shima Lannigan 8.09, Sean Prunty 8.09, Aine O’Neill 8.09, Emma Hallahan 8.11, Caoimhe Prendergast 8.14, Kate Keogh 8.16, Ali Cunningham 8.18, Darragh O’Regan 8.20, Roisin Prunty 8.21, Eve Power 8.22, Ian Holmes 8.22, Grace Power 8.24, Kevin Dower 8.27, Hannah Hallahan 8.28, Mark O’Donovan 8.29, Aoibhin Connaughtan 8.33, Mark Blackwell 8.35, Eve Dwyer 8.37, Kieran Dower 8.39, Charlie Feeney 8.45, Fionn O Murchu

8.46, Thomas Broderick 8.59, Neela Ryan 9.02, Alanna Willians 9.10, Yasu Lannigan 9.15, Lara Prunty 9.19, Daniel Coonan 9.21, Rhiann Flynn 9.22, Cormac Slevin 9.24, Orlaith Dwyer 9.30, Mark Finnegan 9.36, Meabh Kiely 9.42, Mary Power 9.45, Cathy Shanley 9.46, Eimear O’Neill 9.46, Eoin Power 9.48, John Power 9.49, David Horgan 9.52, Ben Hayes 9.59, Olivia Skizeta 10.00, Aidan Mansfield 10.02, Emma Dower 10.12, Crea Frisby 10.17, Aisling O’Donovan 10.21, Doireann Hickey 10.26, Ellie Daly 10.43, Mark Power 11.24, Jamie Coonan 11.36, Karolina Sipataite 12.51, Emma O’Neill 13.50.

SHORT LAP Mossie Keogh 4.04, Jack Power 4.07, John Power (Coolnasmear) 4.19, Nicky Fitzpatrick 4.23, Sarah Power 4.30, Abigail Henley 4.31, Daniel McGrath 4.53, Matthew Walsh 4.54, Michael Horgan 5.13, Diarmuid Power 5.30, Calum Donnellan 5.33, Sarah Shasby 6.04, Seadhna Power Whelan 6.40, Eabha Hickey 6.41.

ROUND 1 of the 2015/16 22nd Annual West Waterford AC winter league saw a huge turn-out of runners last Wednesday evening at Dungarvan Sports Centre. The Winter league will continue for 13 more nights 6 before Christmas and 7 after Christmas with a 2 week break over the festive season. The weather last week was absolutely ideal, no cold with no wind or rain and hopeful now this trend will continue each night of this year's league. A great crowd of 210 took on the 5.2 mile long course last Wednesday evening. Going through the results it is great to see a lot of new comers to the league taking on the 5.2 league route. As usual for the Winter league, the first night was a mass start with all runners going off at the same time. From week 2, the handicap system will kick in. First home on the night was Mossie Keogh in 34:49, closely followed by Gareth Pope in 34.59. The next two finishers, TJ Crotty and Richard Harty finished together in 35.47. First lady was Kate Veale in 36.22, followed closely by Sandra Prendergast (36.36). This was great running by the two ladies as they finished 8th and 9th overall on the night. Third lady on the night was Niamh O’Donovan (40:22). Another feature of the first night of the league was the large number of runners taking part that had run the Dublin marathon just 10 days before. It is great to see them back in action so quickly. Another interesting feature of the first night is that we had 3 former winners running on the night, namely Eoin O’Riordan (1995), James O’Donnell (2012 and 2013) and Alice Fitzgerald (2014). Well done to all who completed the long course last week. MANY NEW FACES ON SHORT ROUTE The short route of this year’s league proves to be very exciting with so many new faces joining up to take on the challenge of the short route. For the first week of this year’s league 112 athletes completed the short course in perfect conditions and with a mass start the first to cross the finish line was Joseph O’Donnell in a fast time of 17:53 following 2 seconds behind was Martin Sandford and in 3rd place home was Rebecca Healy White in a great time of 18:23. Well done to the top 3.Suzanne Walsh and Teresa Power kept each other company and had a great run finishing in 22:16 as did Linda and Shauna O’Keeffe crossing in 24:21 – well done to all four girls. Dermot Brennan finished strong in 24:45 as did Sinead King 25:48 and Jason and Lynn O’Riordan in 29:15. Well done to each and every runner who got through the first night and remember there is a long way to go and

aim to slowly improve. If I could give you a little tip it would be to enjoy the experience and do not go off too fast at the start as you will tire quickly and run out of steam early in the run. It is important to feel comfortable during the run and as you are coming near the finish line you can increase the pace and finish your run with a push. The aim of the league is to improve your time slightly each week. Best of luck to all tonight and why not bring as friend along. DR. ANITA GLEESON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC SPONSORS LEAGUE Dr. Anita Gleeson BSc, MSc, DC is a Registered Chiropractor working from Dungarvan Chiropractic Clinic, Alternative Health Centre, Main Street Dungarvan. Anita has kindly donated a voucher for treatment in Dungarvan Chiropractic Clinic which will be awarded each week of the Winter League. Every second week it will go to either the short route or the long route. Week 1 was the turn of the short route with the winner of the voucher being Ber Burke. Our thanks to Anita for this kind donation to the league and she can be contacted for appointments on 058-44299. Chiropractic is a primary healthcare profession that specialises in the diagnosis, treatment and management of problems relating to muscles, bones and ligaments of the body. LEAGUE REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 7.15 p.m. EACH WENDESDAY EVENING Please note that because of the volume of runners each week taking part in the league we must from this week onwards close registration for new runners at 7.15 p.m. If your coming along for the first time we ask you to be down before 7.15 p.m. as those arriving after this time will not be able to register. Also we ask all runners to please abide by all the rules including the wearing of a high viz reflective running bib and to take direction from the steward's so that it’s safe and enjoyable for everyone. TONIGHT’S ROUND 2 OF THE WINTER LEAGUEPLEASE NOTE STARTING SYSTEM 1. Last week was a mass start but from tonight on, the league kicks in properly with everybody heading off at different times. There will be 1 minute interval between each group of runners tonight. Your starting time tonight will be based on the slowest time last week which means that the fastest person last week will be the last to head off tonight and the last people to head off will be trying to catch as many people as they can and those that headed off first will be trying not to get caught by those behind them. 2. When you arrive at the centre tonight, go to the desk

upstairs if you have registered already for the league and have a chipped number. if you need to get a number and are registering for the first time you will stay on the ground floor and go the desk in the room on your left as you enter the building, if you have paid for the series in full you don't have to register at all just go off at your time posted with your name on the starting times chart. 3. Clock will start at zero at 7.20 sharp - it’s up to you to be there on time for your start. 4. If you need to get a number tonight it’s €8 for nonmembers and €7 for members. 5. If you have a number it’s €3 for non-members and €2 for members. 6. When you have registered, go down to the hall and locate your starting time for tonight. Whatever time is beside your name that is your starting time for tonight. If it says 2.00 that means when the clock reads 2 minutes you must start running, if it says 7 it means that when the clock reaches 7 minutes you must start running. 7. With a huge amount of runners at the league, it’s important that you are at the front door when it’s your time, we will not be able to adjust the results for those that miss their starting time. 8. This year we won't be calling starting times at front door, there will be a clock in main hall and when it's coming near your starting time you go to the front door where there will be another big clock, when your starting time is on the clock at front door you head off. You must go at the allocated starting time; failure to do this will distort your result. REFLECTIVE RUNNING BIBS Rule number 1 in the Winter League is that you must wear a reflective bib, many last week luminous jackets and running tops on but these are not enough they MUST be reflective, runners will not be permitted to run without a proper reflective bib, no exceptions. PARKING A huge number have registered for this year’s league, from a parking point of view there are ample parking spaces available at Scanlon’s yard, Strand Street and also at the look out. Each of these is only a short distance from the Sports Centre. We also ask that you refrain from parking in front of anyone’s house. FIRST TIME RUNNERS GO AT 00 The league really gets underway tonight as all runners will be starting at different times. There will be 1 minute between each group. When the clock starts at 0.00, a group of runners will start and another group will start running at 1 minute and at 2.00 the next group will start and

so on until all runners are out on the course. Please make sure that you are out at the door in plenty of time, we can’t adjust the time for all those that are late or miss their starting time. The starting times will vary from week to week so please keep an eye on the start sheet which will be posted in the hall each week. The first runners will be set off at 7.20 sharp each week. WHAT TO DO AT THE WINTER LEAGUE 1. REGISTER UPSTAIRS (weekly fee of €2 for club members and €3 for nonmembers ) 2. Leave your watch and keys in the box (watches are not allowed). 3. Go down to the hall. 4. Get your starting time. Keep an eye for your time on the big clock. 5. When your time is close, go out to the front door. 6. Start running when your time appears on the second clock which will be outside the front door. 7. Subtract your finishing time from the time that’s on the clock to get your actual time. 8. Only park in designated areas and not where the cones are. WATCHES AND MUSIC DEVICES NOT ALLOWED As it is a handicap system and in the interest of fairness to all, watches are not allowed. When registering you may leave your watch with your car keys and collect them after the run. Also most important no head phones or any kind of music devices are allowed from a safety point of view, mind yourself on the road and mind your fellow runners. (No responsibility will be accepted for misplaced items). WINTER LEAGUE TEAM COMPETITION The Winter league will again this year include a team competition. Teams will be comprised of 3 members and can be all male, all female or mixed. The scoring will be based on the positions of the two best placed members on the team on each night of the league from the normal Winter league results. There is no extra charge to register a team. Once you are registered for the winter league, you will be eligible to go on a team. All members of the team need to be registered to run the same course in the league. Anyone who is interested in going on a team, but is new to the league or doesn’t know people to go on a team with, can leave their name and we will help to find a team for them. All teams must be registered before week 5 of the league (i.e. before 25th November 2015). To register a team, email your team name and the 3 members’ names and winter league numbers to tomleahy1977@gmail.com.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Race 1 Michael Roche Carpets Series

22nd Annual Murray’s Pharmacy Brickey 4 RACE number 1 in the clubs Michael Roche carpets series, the 22nd Annual Murrays Pharmacy Dungarvan sponsored Brickey Run was held last Sunday in very windy and wet conditions. It was a pity about the weather as it effected the numbers with 90 taking part, and the planned walk was cancelled, however all that did run are to be thanked and congratulated on making the event as all proceeds from this year's race were donated to the local Carriglea National School. The race two years ago was changed from the traditional canal 5 mile circuit to a new faster 4 mile road event this was received by all very favourably as the new route produced some very fast times last year and in sticking to the same route for this year's race once again despite the conditions many fast times were recorded by many runners. Our thanks go to our sponsor Murray's Pharmacy Dungarvan, to proprietor Liz Murray for her kind gesture of sponsoring this event. Thanks very much also to Pat Murray who came along on the day to present all the winners with their prizes. At the prize presentation the club chairman thanked all who helped with the race especially all the stewards out on such a bad day and our own West Waterford AC crew who once again did an excellent job in the conditions on the day. To P. J. Curran who came along to present the Martin Curran Memorial Cup to the men’s winner, and on behalf of the Lyons family the Jim Lyons memorial shield to the ladies winner. A special thank you go to the ladies of Carriglea National School Committee who looked after the refreshments after the race. Thanks to the Gerry Tobin and the Brickey GAA club for permitting the use of the facilities

before and after the race. Thanks also to our great team of registers, timekeepers, recorders, etc. and to all those who put out the race signs. This race was of course race number 1 in the Michael Roche carpets series and were delighted to report that nearly all runners last Sunday signed up for this year series, if you missed the opportunity to sign on you can do so at the nest race in the series the Turkey Trot on Sunday, 13th December. See you all back in the Valley next year. BRIAN MURPHY TAKES THE MARTIN CURRAN MEMORIAL CUP FOR THE FIRST TIME Held on a day when you wouldn't put a milk bottle out none the less the race went ahead after an inspection of the route by our safety crew. From the starting gun it was three athletes who were to quickly separate themselves from the field Brian Murphy Carrick AC, Raivis Zakis West Waterford AC and Niall Sheil St Killian's AC Wexford. These three raced through the first mile in 5.05. Shortly after passing the mile mark Brian Murphy upped the tempo into a stiff breeze and was soon 50 metres clear of the two chasers. Murphy pass the 2 mile mark in 10.15 looking a definite winner at the half way mark as his lead grew to 100 meters or so, Zakis and Sheil were still locked together at this stage. The Carrick man passed the 3rd mile in 15.30 and went on to cross the finish line at Bushy in 20.44, an excellent time in the conditions. Before the 3 mile marker Sheil had drawn away for Zakis and he was to finish second in a time of 21.05 with the recently crowned national over 35 marathon champion Raivis 3rd in 21.33. An interesting dual has been taking place between Raivis and Niall over the past 3 years as in 2013 Niall was 2nd and Raivis 3rd and last

year Raivis was 2nd and Niall 3rd and this year's race saw Niall finish 2nd and Raivis 3rd. Other club members to claim a prize on the day were Kevin Kenneally who won the under 60 kg for the 2nd year in a row, Des Feeney took the under 70 kg prize, David Towey won the under 80 kg while Mossie Keogh won the under 90 kg again for the 2nd year in a row, and likewise Tom Leahy did a back to back when he took the under 100kg the same category he won last year, and finally Kenneth O'Donnell took the over 100 kg category. Well done to all. INDIVIDUAL RESULTS 1. Brian Murphy Carrick-onSuir AC 20.44 2. Niall Sheil St. Killians AC 21.05 3. Raivis Zakis West Waterford AC 21.33 Under 60 kg Kevin Kenneally West Waterford AC 22.57 Under 70kg Des Feeney West Waterford AC 24.10 Under 80kg David Towey West Waterford AC 25.16 Under 90kg Mossy Keogh West Waterford AC 23.53 Under 100kg Tom Leahy West Waterford AC 23.55 Over 100kg Kenneth O'Donnell West Waterford AC 29.35

WELCOME RETURN BY KATE VEALE TO CLAIM VICTORY AND WIN JIM LYONS MEMORIAL SHIELD After a close battle in the ladies race it was to be a clean sweep of the prizes by West Waterford athletes. The race saw the return of Kate Veale back to action after a prolonged injury spell on the side lines. The Ballinroad lady a former world youths race walking gold medallist and under 18 Irish cross country champion held off the challenge of club mate Sandra Prendergast to win the 22nd Murray's Pharmacy Brickey 4 Mile and claim the Jim Lyons Memorial trophy award to the first woman home each year. The race conditions as already said were not ideal but none the less the first two

ladies had a good battle with the pair together for the first half of the race. After 2 miles Kate pushed on and opened a gap to eventually end up a deserving winner in 26.21. Sandra who was a scoring member of the recent Waterford ladies novice cross country team who took bronze team medals came in a clear second in 26.59. Next home in 3rd place was Leonora Kiely who was also on the County bronze winning novice team in Carriagnore a month ago with a time of 28.26. In fourth was Karen Ryan in 29.31 fresh from her great run in the recent Dublin Marathon. Karen had a great battle to hold off the fast finishing Diana Chizikova by just 3 seconds, Diana clocking 29.34 and in 6th place was Ann Dunford who also ran brilliantly in the Dublin marathon with a time of 29.54. For the ladies race it's the top 6 f8inisheres in the prize categories so well done to all. LADIES 1st Kate Veale West Waterford AC 26.21 2nd Sandra Prendergast West Waterford AC 26.59 3rd Leonora Kiely West Waterford AC 28.26 4th Karen Ryan West Waterford AC 29.31 5th Diana Chizhikova West Waterford AC 29.34 6th Ann Dunford West Waterford AC 29.54

WEST WATERFORD GOLF CLUB SUNDAY LUNCH VOUCHER Our sincere thanks to our friends at West Waterford Golf Club who donated a nice prize for our Murray's Pharmacy Brickey 4 last Sunday. A draw was made among all finishers of the race and the lucky winner was Joe Barry who receive a Sunday lunch voucher for the club house courtesy of West Waterford Golf club. Thanks to Austin, Una and all at the club for their kind gesture.

Michael Roche Carpets Series off to a flyer THE first race in the Michael Roche Carpets Series as part of the Brickey Run took place last Sunday and did not disappoint with 44 runners already entered the series we have early leaders in Brian Murphy (Carrick-on-Suir A.C.) in the Men's and Sandra Prendergast (West Waterford A.C.) in the ladies. We have four more races to come in this series with your best 4 out of the 5 finishes counting for the final tables. These four races are the Turkey Trot which takes place at the Marine Bar on the 13th December with the remaining races taking place after Christmas and these include the Colligan Cup on January 17th, The Kilmac 5 Mile Road Race on the 14th of February and finally the Dungarvan 10k on the 21th of February where the final results will be tallied and prizes presented

by our sponsors for this league Michael and Brigid Roche and family. Our thanks to Michael and Brigid for their kind sponsorship and their long record of supporting athletics in West Waterford. LIST OF RUNNERS ENTERED IN THE SERIES MEN 1 Michael Deegan, West Waterford A.C. 2 Kevin Casey, West Waterford A.C. 3 Tony Ferncombe, West Waterford A.C. 4 Mossie Keogh, West Waterford A.C. 5 Micheal Callaghan, West Waterford A.C. 6 Des Feeney, West Waterford A.C. 7 Ray Hahesy, West Waterford A.C. 8 Kenneth O Donnell, N/A 9 Jimmy Connors, N/A 10 Anthony Dwyer, West Waterford A.C. 11 Simon Moloney, West Waterford A.C.

12 Ted O’Leary, West Waterford A.C. 13 Yevgeniy Chizhikov, West Waterford A.C. 14 David McNally, West Waterford A.C. 15 John Dower, N/A 16 Micheal McCarthy, N/A 17 Patrick Power, West Waterford A.C. 18 Tom Leahy, West Waterford A.C. 19 Brian Murphy, Carrickon-Suir A.C. 20 Mark Cliffe, West Waterford A.C. 21 Joe Barry, West Waterford A.C. 22 Paschal Proctor, West Waterford A.C. 23 Dermot Dwyer, N/A 24 Eamonn Curran, West Waterford A.C. 25 Allan Cullen, West Waterford A.C. 26 Willie Hogan, N/A LADIES 1 Ann Dunford, West Waterford A.C. 2 Sandra Prendergast, West Waterford A.C.

3 Anne Massey, West Waterford A.C. 4 Leonora Kiely, West Waterford A.C. 5 Amanda Mansfield, West Waterford A.C. 6 Orna Breathnach, West Waterford A.C. 7 Eibhlis Ni hArta, Galway City Harriers 8 Diana Chizhikova, West Waterford A.C. 9 Margaret Conway, West Waterford A.C. 10 Mairead Flynn, West Waterford A.C. 11 Bernie Prendergast, West Waterford A.C. 12 Onra Power, West Waterford A.C. 13 Una Mulligan, West Waterford A.C. 14 Tracey Dwyer, N/A 15 Caroline Russell, West Waterford A.C. 16 Catherine Condon, West Waterford A.C. 17 Mary Hogan, West Waterford A.C. 18 Catriona Kiely, West Waterford A.C.

P. J. Curran presents the Martin Curran Memorial Cup to the winner of last Sunday 22nd Annual Brickey 4 to Brian Murphy, Carrick AC. Included is sponsor Pat Murray of Murray's Pharmacy Dungarvan

Kate Veale winner of the Ladies race at the 22nd Annual Murray's Pharmacy Brickey 4 presenting the Jim Lyons Memorial Shield on behalf of the Lyons family is P. J Curran and included is race sponsor Pat Murray of Murray's Pharmacy Dungarvan.

Good performance by Philip Harty at Munster Senior Cross Country Championships THE Munster Juvenile and Senior cross country championships were held in Beaufort, Co. Kerry last Sunday in what could be described as real cross country weather with underfoot conditions very difficult for the huge number of athletes who took part. Making a much overdue

return to action after over 5 months of an injury lay-off was Philip Harty who ran to a brilliant 8th place finish in one of the best senior fields ever to participate in the race. Great to see Philip back in such form and we hope that this is the start of a return to full flight training and racing for him.

There is a full report in our juvenile notes of how our younger athletes got on but the good news is that the under 17 girls team took gold and the under 15 girls brought home silver team medals. The club also took a brilliant 12 individual medals on the day. Well done to all.

Ted clocks up another Marathon to finish 3rd A SHORT few weeks after running a personal best 3.09 at the Dublin city marathon Ted O'Leary was yet again on marathon mission when he made the long trip to

Belleek Ballina Co. Mayo to take part in the looped wooded marathon course. Ted ran an excellent time of 3.27 which was to give him 3rd place overall, Ted

returned home Saturday evening and was on the starters line Sunday morning at 11 and ran the Brickey 4. There's only one Ted O’Leary!!!

25th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10 full ENTRIES to the January 31st 2016 race is now full and are closed. The race limit this year of 2,500 participants filled in a short few weeks. We look forward to welcoming all runners

to Dungarvan at the end of January. Race day packs will be posted out to all participants a few days prior to the race. No entries will be accepted on the day of the race. For now keep up the training.

Munster Masters Cross Country THE Munster Masters cross country championships are now open for entries. The masters will be held on Sunday, 29th November in Cappawhite, Co. Tipperary,

closing date for entries here is Friday, 20th November. Any athletes interested in running is asked to contact Tony Ferncombe 083 3070569, no entries accepted on the day.

Running Quote SET aside a time solely for running. Running is more fun if you don't have to.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

West WaterfordGolf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com COMPETITION RESULTS Club Competition Sat./Sun./ 7th/8th November 1st. David O’Keeffe (15) – 36 pts, 2nd. Michael Lawlor (17) – 35 pts b8. Tuesday Treats Open 9 Hole Competition – 3rd November 1st John O’Connell (11) 22 pts. Open Gents Singles – Wednesday, 4th November 1st Phil Kinsella (15) 38 pts, Best Visitor Liam Long (12) 35 pts, CSS 35 pts. FIXTURES Tuesday, 10th Nov. Gents Open 9 hole Stableford Wednesday, 11th Nov. 16 Hole Open Gents Singles plus special value Seniors Sat., 14th Nov./Sun. 15th Nov. – Club Competition – 16 hole stableford. Sunday, 15th November – Captain’s Scramble Shotgun start at 1 p.m. PAST CAPTAINS AND PRESIDENTS DINNER On Friday last our captains and presidents donned the official shirt, tie and blazer for

the annual get together and dinner. Even the weather man was on hand to ensure that the sun was available at the 1.30 start time. Proceedings kicked off with a 13 hole stableford competition for the prestigeous trophy which spent the last year in the capable care of Mr Bertie Hallahan. After a most competitive contest the stalwart Tommy Butler carded a creditable 32 pts to claim the honours for 2015. John Flynn and Michael Landers with 28 pts shared second and third places respectively. The evergreen Jimmy Murphy claimed the committee prize. Following the presentation and photo call we all sat down to dinner professionally prepared and presented by John, Bridget and Ashley. With everyone fed and watered the Funny Friday crew entertained us with some great comedy followed by the men’s choir ably led by Michael French. A few hours

West Waterford Golf Club Captains’ and President’s Reunion. Bertie Hallahan presents the winners trophy to Tommy Butler. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Saturday, 7th November – 18 Hole Stableford kindly sponsored by Club Member: 1st Pat Morrissey (13) 39 pts. CSS: Saturday 68. The weather was the winner in our last 18 Hole Competition for 2015. Sunday was a total wash-out due to the extremely heavy rain. The smart people played on Saturday and Pat Morrissey didn’t hold back and did himself proud with 39 points. He had 19 on the way out and picked up 20 points

coming home. MEN’S FIXTURES Monday 9th to Saturday, 13th November – 12 Hole Singles Stableford Turkey and Ham Competition. Sunday, 14th November – 12 Hole Singles Stableford Turkey and Ham Competition. From here to Christmas we will have two 12 holes competitions each week. The first is from Monday to Saturday inclusive and the second is on Sunday alone. The entry fee is €5 and €3 to re-enter.

Captain and President Group at the West Waterford Golf Club Captains’ and President’s Reunion. later the car keys were surrendered as we were ferried to our respective homes. Thanks to everyone involved for a memorable day. END OF YEAR CAPTAIN’S SCRAMBLE On Sunday, 15th November our captain David Condon and Lady Captain Mary Barron invite all members to come along to our final scramble of the year. This is your opportunity to show your appreciation of the great work done by both our captains throughout 2015. A friendly mixed scramble will start at 1 pm and will be followed by presentation of matchplay competition prizes along with outstanding Open Day prizes. To complete the day we are having a sing song and finger food. So come along and enjoy a few holes while getting the Christmas celebrations underway. CLUB MATCHPLAY PRESENTATIONS The presentation of matchplay competition prizes takes place on Sunday, 15th Nov. in conjunction with our captain and lady captain’s end of year celebration. The mens singles matchplay was won by Des Cleary who defeated Percy Walsh in the final. Richard Ronayne and Des Cleary defeated John McCarthy and Paul Griffin in the mens fourball. The mens foursomes saw Father and

son, Fintan and Kieran Gee captured the title with a win over Pat Quinn and Kieran Foley. Tomas Curran and Shauna Wall took the Mixed Foursomes title with victory over David Condon and Marie T. Curran. Prizes for the Players Championship will also be presented on the evening. We wish to thank our sponsors, Des Cleary, Quinlan Butchers, Arachas Insurance, Tom Curran Hardware and C2C Broadband. We are not forgetting our juniors and spopnsor Ray Spratt will present his prize to junior matchplay champion Conor Ryan and galant runner up Max Quinn. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Just a timely reminder that our AGM takes place on Wednesday, 25th Novenber at 7.30 p.m. This is your opportunity to come along and air your views. Hope to see you all there. WINTER RULES Winter rules are now in play at West Waterford. Looking back we have done exceptionally well to maintain Summer rules up to now. Players are reminded that Domestic Handicapping will apply from 31st October. Keep an eye on the notice board. 4 HAMPERS TO BE WON IN BONUS PRIZE EVENT To show our appreciation

LISMORE LADIES GOLF Week two of the autumn League and things are very tight at the top with team captains Joan Cahillane and Daphne Power once again claiming top spot swapping first and second places this week with a back six separating them. This leaves just two points separating their teams at the end of our first 9 holes with Joan’s team ahead at this stage. Patricia Bolger McCarthy’s back six was good enough to earn her third spot over Katherine Moynihan’s 18 pts. Katherine’s score helped betty Joyce’s team D to move to third place just one point in front of Amanda Powers team B who moved down from 2nd place last week. Three weeks to go and lots more golf to be played, it is great to see so many ladies out there doing their bit for the team, keep up the great work ladies.

RESULTS Sun., 1st – Sat., 7th Nov. 2nd Round 2 Autumn League, 9 hole stableford, reentry, 1st Daphne Power (14) 19 pts b6; 2nd Joan Cahillane (15) 19 pts; 3rd Patricia Bolger McCarthy (15) 18 pts b6; 4th Katherine Moynihan (18) 18 pts. 1st Round Team Results Team B = 69: Team C = 68: Team D = 62. Oct 1st – 31st, Ongoing 9 hole, Stableford. 1st Mary Ahearne (35) 16 pts; 2nd Mag Morrissey (23) 15 pts. FIXTURES Sun., 8th – Sat., 14th Nov. 2nd Round 3 Autumn League, 9 hole stableford, reentry Sun., 15th – Sat., 21st Nov. 3rd Round 2 Autumn League, 9 hole stableford, reentry, REMINDER The Ladies AGM will take place this Wednesday, November 11th at 8 pm. We would love to see you

for your support in our weekend competitions we are once again offering members the chance to win one of 4 valuable Christmas hampers. No extra fee, you just play in the weekend competition and pay the usual €6 entry fee. Each week the winners in each of 4 categories will qualify for the playoffs. Where a category winner is already qualified, the next best score will qualify on the week. As an added bonus there will be a draw for 4 ten euro bar/restaurant vouchers, one from each category drawn from returned cards.Keep an eye on notice board for weekly winners. Voucher winners to date are Sergei Quinn, Tom O’Donoghue, Patsy Collins, Eddie Glavin, Keith Cotter, Stephen Spillane, Shane O’Neill, Tom Shanahan. Ger Murray, Richard O’Gorman, Eddie Fogarty, Pat K. Murray. FIRST AID AND DEFIBRILLATOR COURSE A refresher course for those who have previously completed the above course will be held at the club within the next two weeks. All those involved will be notified. MEMBERSHIP NOW OPEN FOR 2016 - NEW MEMBERS WELCOME West Waterford is proud to be the home club of two professional golfers namely Seamus Power and Gary

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Hurley. Both came through the junior ranks at the club and have progressed to the professional ranks. You may have a son or daughter wishing to take up the game and we would be glad to introduce them to the junior ranks. Coaching is available if required. Our club is renowned for an excellent course ranked no 8 in Ireland’s hidden gems, as well as a friendly atmosphere and excellent comraderie among its members. Perhaps you might consider joining West Waterford and if so please feel welcome to call along and sample the welcome, the course and the scenic surroundings. Austin or Gillian will be on hand to discuss your requirements. We look forward to welcoming you. You can contact the office at 058 43216. CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE Christmas 9 hole Challenge – November 1st December 20th. Best 2 Cards to Count. SPECIAL CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT On Saturday, 12th December we are holding a special Christmas Party night. This is an ideal opportunity for members and friends to enjoy a meal and entertainment in the friendly surroundings at West Waterford Golf Club. For further information

contact any of our staff at 058 43216. GIFT VOUCHERS Looking for the ideal Christmas present? For the golfer in your life why not purchase a gift voucher which can be used as part payment for annual sub, or alternatively for green fees at West Waterford golf club. If you are not into golf you might consider treating someone to Sunday lunch in our restaurant. Whether its golf, dinner or just a cuppa and a chat you are most welcome to savour the renowned hospitality in a beautiful rural atmosphere. LADIES Lady Captain Lunch Competition: 1st Marie T. Curran (26) 28 pts (Back 7); 2nd Ann Rochford (23) 28 pts; 3rd Shauna Wall (28) 27 (Back 5). 13 hole Christmas Hamper Competition is in full swing and is kindly sponsored by Nora Flynn. 9 hole ongoing for November is sponsored by Angela Cummings. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY AGM on Wednesday, 25th November, at 7.30 p.m. Ladies Christmas Party will take place on Sunday, 6th December, and Christmas Party for all members and friends will take place on Saturday, 12th December.

Lismore Ladies Golf Club Ladies Club Singles. Left to Right: Patricia Bolger McCarthy (winner), Amanda Power (Lady Captain), Catherine Neville (runner-up). all there to support both outgoing and incoming officers who all do their best for you during the year.

PARENT AGM TUESDAY, 24th NOVEMBER We send our deepest con-

dolences to past lady secretary Patricia Doyle on the death of her partner Eugene Collins.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Eddie Stack, Tommy Butler, Michael Landers and Billy Nugent at the West Waterford Golf Club Captains’ and President’s Reunion. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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: dungarvangc@eircom.net

GENTS WINTER LEAGUE SPONSORED BY DEISE GOLF WORLD The Deise Golf World Gents Winter League first round is extended until Sunday 15th November due to inclement weather and the course being closed Sunday, 8th November. We wish all contestants the best of luck. You can play as often as you wish from Wednesday to Sunday with your best score counting so get out there and do your bit for your team. ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS The annual subscriptions

are due. If you were not in receipt of an email with the rates please contact Irene Lynch Secretary/Manager on dungarvangc@eircom.net or 05843310 with your up to date email address or with any queries you may have. We thank members for making payments already. Thank you for your continued support. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER New members to Dungarvan Golf Club, who have not previously been a member of the Club, can avail of an Introductory Membership Offer of just

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com EUGENE COLLINS R.I.P. Last Wednesday morning the Gold Coast lost a good friend. The esteem that Eugene Collins was held in the Club was well demonstrated at the AGM on Tuesday night last when, even though we all knew how sick he was, Eugene was reelected as Secretary of the Club. Tom White, Captain, Tony Sheehan, President and Mark Lenihan, acting Secretary, all spoke very highly of the contribution made by Eugene to the Club. Eugene started work in the Leather Factory back in the seventies as a store man and following the closure of the Leather Factory Eugene took up employment with Michael Curran’s hardware store. He joined the Gold Coast in 1994 and became Honorary Secretary in 1996 and held on to the position until the AGM in 2005. Eugene resumed as Secretary back in November 2014. Eugene

was a member of the committee for close on 18 years and during that time he was always available to do whatever was necessary to improve the running of the Gold Coast Golf Club. He loved his golf as he did other sports and was always very competitive when taking part. He was blessed with a wonderful singing voice and many times he entertained us with wonderful renditions of many famous ballads. He loved a good sing song and would always be one of the last to leave. But what Eugene will be remembered most for is his decency, honesty, his comradery. He could engage in conversation with anyone and it was always a pleasure to have a discussion with him. As Secretary of the Gold Coast his attention to detail was exceptional and he always made the job of various Captains and Presidents all the easier as Eugene had

Dermot Drohan Vice-Captain, Jimmy Murphy, David Condon, Captain; Pat Power and Diarmuid Horgan at the West Waterford Golf Club Captains’ and President’s Reunion. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

€300 subscription. This offer is valid for the 2015/2016 membership season. An application form can be downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or alternatively contact the office on (058) 43310 if there is any further information or assistance you require. PLACE GOING TO THE DOGS! Members are reminded to pay their deposit to the Proshop to secure their booking for the night at the dogs on. Places are limited and only a few places remain for a fun night of food, craic and entertainment. LOCAL RULES On the topic of Rules, members are reminded that all Local Rules are posted on the noticeboard at the first tee. It is the player’s responsibility to know and understand the rules or you may pay the penalty of disqualification. Our Professional David is always on hand to explain any rule and give guidance. With so much rain and soft

underfoot conditions, the greens are fragile so members are reminded to repair pitchmarks. Our greens are in tremendous condition for the time of year and we would like to keep it that way. Even a pitch from short distance will do damage so fix your pitchmark and one other. DUNGARVAN GENTS RESULTS Mon. 2nd Open Seniors 1st Brian McNally (Slievenamon) 18 40 pts, 2 Michael Power (Cahir Park) 19 36 pts. 4th/5th 16H Winter League Sponsored by Deise Golf World: 1st David Buckley (6) 38 pts, 2 Liam Carroll (19) 38 pts. CSS 36. 6/7th Nov. 16H Singles S/F: 1st Kevin Coleman (10) 39, 2 Edward Moynihan (20) 37 pts, Gross Alan Thomas 37 pts, 3rd Mossie Walsh 37, 4th Tom Curran (10) 37 pts, CSS 36. DUNGARVAN LADIES RESULTS Mon. 2nd Open Seniors Best Lady Eileen Cronin (Youghal) 28 35 pts. Tues.

3rd: 1st Ann Stack (29) 35 pts, 2 Michelle Mernin (13) 34 pts, 3 Marie Fives (20) 32 pts, 4th Mary Fleming (27) 31 pts, 5th Carmel O’Brien (14) 31 pts. SIXTY.COM RESULTS 4th Nov. Winner Pat Deasy (16) 21 pts, Best Lady Mary Ann Coffey (23) 14 pts, Best Gent Tom Phelan (20). NEXT COMPETITON Wed. 11th Nov. at 2 p.m. Christmas Party for 60.Com on 18/11/15, details on notice board. FIXTURES Mon. 9 Open Gents/Ladies 16H Seniors Singles S/F. Tues. 10 Ladies 11H Singles S/F. Wed. 11 Open Gents 16H Singles S/F. Thurs. 12 Open Gents 16H Singles S/F. Fri. 13 Gents/Ladies 16H Singles S/F. Sat. 14 Gents/Ladies 16H Singles S/F. Sun. 15 Gents 16H Singles S/F. Mon. 16 Open Gents/Ladies 16H Seniors Singles S/F.

Tues. 17 Ladies 11H Singles S/F+ Ladies Home Alliance. YOUNG ONES Next competition Wed. 4th Nov. FRONT 9 at 12.30 p.m. Results 11th Nov: Winner: Fidelma Fitzgerald (22) 19 pts, Runner Up Maeve Carthy (34) 17 pts, Best Beginner Mary Murphy. LADIES COASTAL ALLIANCE RESCHEDULED The Ladies Coastal Alliance in Dungarvan Golf Club has been rescheduled to Thursday, 19th November Tee time 9.30 a.m. – 11.30 am SOCIAL BRIDGE Are you interested in playing bridge in the clubhouse on Friday mornings 11 a.m – 1 p.m? All levels welcome. No partner required for more details please contact Brenda Cummins on 086 6059032. PROGRESSIVE 45 Cards every Thursday at 9 p.m. All are welcome. JUNIOR NOTES Junior coaching continues next Saturday at 3 pm and is

open to non-members. It’s not a surprise that our junior membership continues to grow as Dungarvan golf club is a leading light for junior activities. Golf offers so much to kids development so get your kid to try it. Any enquiries relating to junior activities can be directed to David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. PRO SHOP NOTES Our resident PGA Professional David continues his End of Season Sale. There are many bargains to be had and as usual David offers the only professional advice in town. Lithium batteries and GPS systems are proving popular. David offers a free custom fitting service as well as competitive prices. You can follow David’s bargains on his website at www.davidhayesgolf.com Perhaps you might pick up an early Christmas present.

the experience and knowhow to overcome any task. We will miss him here in the Gold Coast. A Guard of Honour was provided by the members at the funeral and burial. Our condolence to his partner, Patricia, Eugene’s Mam Kitty, Eugene’s brothers, John, Michael and Paul, and extended family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. RESULTS Tuesday, 3rd November: Open Seniors, CSS 42. 1st: Brendan O’Brien (14) 45 pts. 2nd: Noel Baldwin (22) 42 pts, Seapoint. 1st Lady: Kathleen Lonergan (21) 40 pts Cahir Park. Friday, 6th November: CSS 40 pts. 1st: Freddie McGuckian (14) 41 pts. 2nd: Colin Glaswell (17) 40 pts. Gross: Ger Bagge (6) 33 pts. FIXTURES Monday-Friday: 18 Hole Premium Butcher Winter League Round 3. Tuesday, 10th November: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. Friday, 13th November: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday 14th/Sunday, 15th Nov: Club Competition. Premium Butcher Winter League Round 3. Monday-Friday: 18 Hole Premium Butcher Winter

League Round 4. Tuesday 17th November: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The AGM of the Men’s Club took place on Tuesday evening last in the Gold Coast. Captain Tom White gave a wide ranging address covering most aspects of the Club and this was followed by the Secretary’s Report which was read out by acting Secretary Mark Lenihan. Martin Murray then gave a very comprehensive report on the finances of the Club. The election of officers and committee for 2016 resulted in Rafael Alvarez taking over the role as Captain, Brian Fahey as President, Martin Murray as Treasurer. Eugene Collins was elected Secretary and Mark Lenihan was elected as acting Secretary. Brian O’Connor take over as Vice-Captain with John Queally filling the role of VicePresident. Brendan O’Brien remains as PRO, Brian O’Connor as Junior Officer, Kieran Cullinan as Competition Secretary. Committee members include Andy Travers, Pat Power, Jimmy O’Dwyer and Roy Ware. There was a general discussion on many aspects of

the running of the Club with particular attention being given to the Club Classic, an incentive to members who take part in a lot of competitions, the types of competitions run, etc. At the end of the meeting tributes were paid to the outgoing officers Tom White Captain and Tony Sheehan President for the amount of work and dedication both carried out during their terms of office. PREMIER BUTCHER AT DAWN MEATS WINTER LEAGUE ROUND 3 Due to the death of our Secretary, Eugene Collins, Round 3 of the Winter League will be extended by a week. Players can play up to three times with their best score counting for the league. HAM COMPETITIONS Our very popular ham competitions which are run over 10 holes have commenced and will continue up to Christmas. Entry is €3 and when 15 has played a new competition will commence. Players winning a ham will have a two point deduction for the remaining ham competitions. WINTER SPECIALS AT GOLD COAST Monday to Thursday: Golf €15 or Golf & Carvery €20. Friday: Golf €15 or Golf, Competition and Carvery

€25. Saturday/Sunday: Golf €20 or Golf & Carvery €25. These rates apply from now to end of March, excluding Christmas week. NEW GOLF RULES A number of changes to general rules have been made for the 2016 season onwards and new Golf Rule Books are available in the kiosk. Over the next few weeks we will detail the changes in these notes. MEMBERSHIP OFFER New Members: From now to 1st January, 2017. Full Members: €540. Seniors: €400. Husband & Wife: €760. Contact 058 44055 for more details. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 18 Hole 2 card Competition. Moorings Winter League 13 Holes. Eugene Collins R.I.P.: It was with deep sadness that we learned of the passing of the Secretary of the Men’s Club, Eugene Collins, on Wednesday last. Eugene was Secretary for 11 years and during that time he was most helpful to the Ladies Committee and his co-operation and kindness was always to the fore especially on big

weekends for Captains and President’s Prizes. He will be a great loss to the Men’s Club. To his partner Patricia, his mam kitty, his brothers John, Michael and Paul and to the extended Collins family we offer our deepest sympathy. Ladies Winter League sponsored by Moorings Bar and Restaurant: Due to the course being closed as a mark of respect to Eugene Collins, it has been decided to extend the second round of the Moorings Winter League by one week so players can now play up to Sunday next, 15th November. Coastal Alliance: Our next outing for the Alliance is Dungarvan on Thur 5th Nov., tee 9.30 – 11.30 a.m. Hope to see you all there!! Ladies Club AGM: The Ladies Club AGM, which was scheduled for Friday last, will now take place on Friday next 13th November at 7.30 in the Gold Coast Golf Hotel. New Membership Offers: Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we have a very generous subscription on offer for new members, please refer to men’s notes for details or contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk.

GAA AIB Munster Club Senior Hurling Semi-Final

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Ballygunner’s super second half outguns Glen Rovers Ballygunner …………0-19; Glen Rovers …………..1-9. COUNTY champions Ballygunner turned in their best display of the year in the second half of their Munster Senior Club Hurling semifinal against Cork kingpins Glen Rovers at a surprisingly good Walsh Park considering the morning’s downpour of rain last Sunday. A large Cork contingent travelled down to the game, including half a dozen buses but they had to go home empty handed following a tremendous second half by their hosts who won this period of time by 0-16 to 1-9. This fixture was the deferred game on GAA Beo and it must be said that the area behind the city goal was looking its best following the recent work to tidy it up. There was a strong wind blowing into that end of the Grounds and when Ballygunner won the toss, they decided to play into the wind, which didn’t look like the correct call at half-time when they trailed by 0-8 to 03 but it looked very much right at the final whistle, having completely dominated the second moiety. Denis Walsh’s charges held the Glen to 0-4 to 0-2

with 23 minutes on the clock and it was only in the latter minutes of the half that they opened up a 0-5 lead going in at the break. The Corkonians didn’t score until the 50th minute after the restart but it was a goal worth the wait when Patrick Horgan volleyed a line ball delivery past Stephen O’Keeffe in the Keane’s Road end. The Glen’s only other score also came from Horgan in the 61st minute from a free but a variety of Ballygunner scorers had the game sowed up long before the final whistle. This victory has come at a cost though for the Gunners with one of their key players Philip Mahony receiving his marching orders along with the Glen’s influential wing forward Dean Brosnan in the 22nd minute and the rule book prevents the County player from playing in the Munster Final against either Thurles Sarsfields or Na Piarsaigh. The Gunners may well appeal the sending off and if this happens, it will be very interesting to see the outcome. Peter Hogan started the game with an obvious leg strain but before he had to retire in the 14th minute, he

popped over two fine points from play after an earlier wide, which proved most valuable to his team when playing against the wind. Patrick Horgan opened the scoring with a pointed ‘65’ after wing forward Dean Brosnan had been hooked by Barry Coughlan and Hogan’s points came either side of Glen Rovers corner back Gavin Moylan’s point, the sides level at 0-2 each after eight minutes. With the wind at their backs, the Cork champions were dictating general play but a tally of eight first half wides cost them dearly. Patrick Horgan pointed a lovely point off his left side from near the far sideline at the end of the first quarter and he doubled the scoring at 0-4 to 0-2 from a pointed free eight minutes later. In between, there was an altercation in front of the stand for a spell and when the mud had settled and the referee had consulted with his linesman, both Philip Mahony and Dean Brosnan were looking at the colour red. The Glen fared the better after the scrap but they also had the elements at their backs. They registered points

via Patrick Horgan (f), Graham Callinan, Conor Dorris and David Cunningham with a single reply from a Brian O’Sullivan free to lead at the short whistle by 0-8 to 0-3, but was it enough? Ballygunner didn’t score for all of 23 minutes in the first half and their lazy striking was blocked and hooked regularly by their opposition. Brian Moylan was operating as an extra man for the Glen in the first half as was Philip Mahony for the winners with David O’Sullivan taking over this role after his team mate’s sending off. David O’Sullivan was once again a key player in the game and he looks destined to push for a place on the County team in the new year. The announced attendance of 1,414 were expecting a comeback of sorts from the Gunners in the second half but few, if any, could have anticipated their total dominance in this section of the game. The teams were level at 0-8 apiece by the 39th minute and for the first time since the 8th minute thanks to scores by Brian O’Sullivan, 0-3 (1 ’65, 2f), Harley Barnes and Shane O’Sullivan. Within two

minutes, the winners were ahead for the first time thanks to a further Brian O’Sullivan pointed free and this time from inside his own ‘65’ metre line. By the end of the third quarter, the Gunners had turned a 0-5 half-time deficit into an 0-4 lead at 0-12 to 0-8, courtesy of nine unanswered scores with contributions coming from Brian O’Sullivan (f), after Stephen Power had been hauled down with goal on his mind, and by the youngsters Tim O’Sullivan and Billy O’Keeffe. Power pointed a ‘65’ in the 47th minute when Brian O’Sullivan was being treated for an injury but all year one is left wondering why Stephen Power isn’t getting more game time though named on the starting fifteen for most matches. Glen Rovers badly required a score and it came in style when Dave Noonan’s line ball from underneath the stand about twenty metres out found Patrick Horgan loose at the rear of the Keanes Road end goal and he doubled brilliantly on the ball to give his team some hope on a scoreline of 0-13 to 1-8. However, nothing changed

and Shane O’Sullivan replied instantly with a terrific point from play followed by four further unanswered scores from Brian O’Sullivan 0-3 (2f) and Stephen Power, 0-18 to 1-8 as three minutes of added time were announced. Glen Rovers sole return in added time was a Patrick Horgan pointed free with Ballygunner substitute Conor Sheahan having the final say with his team’s nineteenth point of the day. All of the Cork champions full forward line were substituted during the second half during which the Glen looked a very ordinary side and Ballygunner will be aware of this when they take on either Thurles Sarsfields or Na Piarsaigh in the Provincial Final. Ballygunner’s Top Three: Brian O’Sullivan, David O’Sullivan. Billy O’Keeffe. Glen Rovers Top Three: Patrick Horgan, Brian Moylan, Graham Callanan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Brian O’Sullivan. Number of Scorers: Ballygunner 8. Glen Rovers 5. Scores from Play: Ballygunner 0-10. Glen Rovers 15. Frees For: Ballygunner 18. Glen Rovers 11. Wides: Ballygunner 4. Glen Rovers 9.

Score of the Match: Glen Rovers 50th minute goal engineered by Dave Noonan and executed by Patrick Horgan. Scorers – Ballygunner: Brian O’Sullivan 0-9 (7f, 1 ‘65’), Peter Hogan and Shane O’Sullivan 0-2 each, Stephen Power 0-2 (1 ‘65’), Harley Barnes, Tim O’Sullivan, Billy O’Keeffe and Conor Sheahan. Glen Rovers: Patrick Horgan 1-5 (3f, 1 ‘65’), Gavin Moylan, Graham Callanan, Conor Dorris and David Cunningham 0-1 each. Ballygunner: Stephen O’Keeffe; Eddie Hayden, Barry Coughlan, Ian Kenny; Shane Walsh, David O’Sullivan, Philip Mahony; Harley Barnes, Shane O’Sullivan; Peter Hogan, Barry O’Sullivan, Billy O’Keeffe; Conor Power, Tim O’Sullivan, Brian O’Sullivan. Subs: Stephen Power foe Peter Hogan (inj, 14), J. J. Hutchinson for Tim O Sullivan (45), Sean O Sullivan for Conor Power (59), Conor Sheahan for Billy O Keeffe (62). Glen Rovers: Cathal Hickey; Ben Murphy, Stephen McDonnell, David Dooling; Gavin Moylan, Brian Moylan, Graham Callanan; Donal Cronin, Dave Noonan; Dean Brosnan, Patrick Horgan, David Cunningham; Conor Dorris, Brian Phelan, David Busteed. Subs: Adam O’Donovan for Brian Phelan (47), Adam Lynch for David Busteed (52), Glenn Kennefick for Conor Dorris (57). Referee: Johnny Murphy (Limerick).

AIB Munster Club Senior Football Quarter-Final

Tired Stradbally overrun in second half of Munster Club Championship Nemo Rangers ............1-13; Stradbally ...................... 0-5. THERE was nothing but disquiet and discontent among local Gaels last Saturday and Sunday on County Champions Stradbally having to play their Munster Club Quarter-Final game against Nemo Rangers twenty three hours after winning their 18th Waterford crown. Not one person we met said it was the correct thing to do with player welfare conveniently thrown out the window for the time being. A football forum was held recently to improve the game in the County and the first thing we do is insult our County champions by treating them so. The Munster CEO Simon Moroney was reported to have said during the week that there was no request from Waterford to push the game back twenty four hours and why not? but they also have a responsibility regarding player welfare and the proper treatment of clubs in the Province and they should have insisted on the game being refixed on the Sunday, in our opinion, at the

same venue irrespective of any financial clash with the hurling counterpart in Walsh Park. The fact that such a situation has occurred in other counties doesn’t make it okay anywhere else and the only losers here were the Stradbally players, who had their success the previous night dampened by matters outside their own control. Waterford has a proud record in the Provincial championship but last weekend’s debacle has left a bad taste. Fair dues to the Stradbally team, they showed they could take on Nemo if they had enough time to recover as they held the Cork champions scoreless from the 14th minute to half time and the winner’s mentors were very agitated on the line when their charges were unable to counteract the famous Stradbally type of play. Naturally, the Reds were going to tire and when they did after the break, it was only a case of waiting for the final whistle. An announced attendance of 716 patrons gathered to

witness this encounter with many local Gaels not prepared to fork out €15 after paying the same amount the previous night. Naturally, the tired limbs of the Stradbally team were slow out of the blocks and Nemo had things their own way for the first quarter at the end of which they led by 0-6 to 0-1. Conor Horgan opened the scoring after just 14 seconds and Paul Kerrigan followed suit in the second minute. Tony Grey opened Stradbally’s account in the 5th minute but Nemo were tactically playing the ball wide and with speed to test Stradbally’s reserve of energies from the previous night. Alan O’Donovan pointed in the 6th minute and then James Masters came into his own with scores in the 7th, 10th and 14th minutes. Good defending by Kevin Lawlor prevented access to a green flag during this period while at the other end, Michael Sweeney almost had a goal in the 17th minute which would have been a timely boost for the Reds. Whatever energy

Stradbally had in the tank, they expended it in a second quarter that they dominated in general play and on the scoreboard. The large Cork contingent went quiet during this period, realising what opposition the Waterford champions could have put up for the whole hour if they had not played the night before. John Coffey placed Robert Aherne for a 21st minute point before retiring with an injury and seven minutes later Aherne put John Hearn in for their team’s third point from play 0-6 to 0-3 at the short whistle. The Reds contested the waving wide of a Michael Sweeney kick before the break with Shane Aherne picking up a yellow card for his opinion. If the game ended at this stage it wouldn’t have been too bad but what followed was what no team should have to endure after winning a County final hours earlier. Kevin Fulignati and Paul Kerrigan combined to send James Masters in for the only goal of the hour in the 31st minute (1-6 to 0-3), which ended the game as a contest

with Stradbally flat out on their feet after their first half exertions. The Cork champions added further scores via corner forward Colin O’Brien (32), a brace of James Masters pointed frees either side of full forward Conor Hogan’s point and a score by Paul Kerrigan from a free, all registered by the 41st minute, 1-11 to 0-3. Kevin Lawlor picked up a red car in the 45th minute followed by Stradbally’s first second half score in the 49th minute from the boot of Michael Sweeney. Both teams emptied their benches at this stage and two of the newcomers raised white flags, William Morgan for Nemo and Stephen Keane for the Waterford champions, 1-12 to 0-5. The final score came from Dylan Mehigan in the 55th minute followed by a David Grey attempt back off the upright and a tremendous save by Oliver Costelloe in the town end goal in the 57th minute from Paul Kerrigan. Compared to the previous night, it was an unsavoury sight to see the Reds trooping

tiredly off the field at the final whistle, something they should never have been put through. Former Kerry star, Tomas O’Shea had a quiet game for the winners while Shane Lannon once again proved his worth on the big stage. The Stradbally mentors also gave some valuable playing time to some of their younger players Eoin O’Brien, Kieran and Cathal Cusack and Stephen Keane as the plans for next year were hatching once again. Nemo’s Top Three: James Masters, Conor Horgan, Alan O’Donovan. Stradbally’s Top Three: Shane Lannon, Michael Walsh, Tony Grey. Observer’s Man of the Match: James Masters. Number of Scorers: Nemo Rangers:7. Stradbally: 5. Scores from Play: Nemo Rangers : 1-9. Stradbally : 0-5. Frees For: Nemo Rangers: 23. Stradbally: 20. Wides: Nemo Rangers: 7. Stradbally: 9. Score of the Match: Nemo Rangers 31st minute goal engineered by Kevin Fulignati and Paul Kerrigan and executed by James Masters. Scorers: Nemo Rangers: James Masters 1-5, Conor

Horgan 0-2, Paul Kerrigan 0-2 (1f), Alan O’Donovan, Colin O’Brien, William Morgan and Dylan Mehigan 0-1 each. Stradbally: Tony Grey, Robert Aherne, John Hearn, Michael Sweeney and Stephen Keane 01 each. Nemo Rangers: Micheal Aodh Martin; Alan Cronin, Kieran O Shea, Aidan O’Reilly; Kevin Fulignati, Tomas O’Shea, Alan O’Donovan; David Niblock, Michael Dorgan; Dylan Mehigan, Kieran Dalton, Colin O’Brien; Paul Kerrigan, James Masters, Conor Hogan. Subs: William Morgan for James Masters (49), Peter Morgan for David Niblock and Jack Horgan for Kieran Dalton (both 53), David O’Donovan for Kevin Fulignati (55), Shane Martin for Tomas O’Shea (inj, 56). Stradbally: Oliver Costelloe; Kevin Lawlor, Kevin Coffey, Luke Casey; Shane Lannon, Tony Grey, Tommy Connors; Paddy Kiely, Michael Walsh; John Hearn, John Coffey, Jack Mullaney; Robert Aherne, Shane Aherne, Michael Sweeney. Subs: Eoin O’Brien for John Coffey (inj. 22), David Grey for Paddy Kiely and Kieran Cusack for Luke Casey (both 43), Stephen Keane for John Hearn (48), Trevor Curran for Jack Mullaney (52), Cathal Cusack for Kevin Coffey (56). Referee: Rory Hickey (Clare).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Lawlors Hotel Western Premier Junior Football Final

Modeligo wins sixth Western Junior Football title Modeligo ……………..3-14; Colligan Emmetts ….. 2-10. THE current Modeligo success story continued at the Fraher Field last Saturday afternoon when the club’s junior Footballers won their sixth Divisional title and their first since the year 2007. In a high scoring encounter their task was made all the easier when Emmetts were reduced to fourteen men after just eight minutes when corner back Alan Kinsella was redcarded following an incident with Michael Troy. Emmetts full forward John Flynn was called back into defence and this left Nicky O’Donovan as an influential extra man in defence for the winners. Modeligo led by 1-2 to 0-2 before the sending off, by 1-8 to 0-6 at half-time and they were in control for all of the second half but as a 14 man Emmetts amassed a tally of 2-10, it must be said that the inequality in numbers had an effect on the game. Whether it had an effect on the result is pure speculation but credit Emmetts, they tried their utmost throughout and their lack of championship games be it hurling or football was also a problem as Modeligo looked much the sharper throughout due to their recent spate of activity with the small ball. The winners also had the use of the wind in the first half so all combined put them in the driving seat and they played some excellent football during the course of the hour and they were most deserving winners of the Doocey Family Cup for the year 2015. A gate of €788 paid into see this latest clash, their third this year between these modern day rivals with Emmetts having won the first two games. They started well

with a Colin Dunford trademark score after just 20 seconds followed by a point from play by their perennial top scorer Johnny Wall. Modeligo didn’t settle early on but that soon changed when Sean Hennessy placed Pa O’Donovan for a very well taken goal at the end of a driving solo run into the Emmetts’ defence in the 7th minute after Michael Troy had earlier opened their team’s account with a fifth minute pointed free. Pa Walsh, playing on the edge of the square was causing all sorts of trouble for the Emmetts defence and he pointed from a quick Shane Troy free in the 8th minute to extend Modeligo’s lead to 12 to 0-2. Following the sending off, Colin Dunford remained in the full forward line for all of twenty minutes with John Flynn moving back to help depleted numbers and it was during this period that the winners secured their first grip on the exchanges and on the scoreboard. But for the efforts of such as Johnny Wall up front, it would have been all one-way traffic on the scoreboard as the Emmetts player kept his team in touch with a further 04 (2f) surrounded by a glut of Modeligo white flags from play and most noticeably two pointed ‘45’s by Shane Troy. The first ‘45’ was struck in the 11th minute followed by a pointed free by Wall after a pick-up of the ground by a Modeligo defender on receipt of the dreaded short kick-out. Pa Walsh and Johnny Wall traded points from play in the 16th and 18th minutes, followed by the score of the match by the Man of the Match Sean Hennessy one minute later, 1-5 to 0-4. Jamie Troy chipped in with a 21st

minute score followed by a fourth Johnny Wall point and Shane Troy also continued his excellent first half with a left legged score in the 24th minute and a right legged pointed ‘45’ in the 25th minute which put Modeligo firmly in control at 1-8 to 0-5. Though Johnny Wall missed a 26th minute free he showed his class by coming back three minutes later to kick a point from a Mark Flynn pass, sending the teams in at the break with a 0-5 differential. Emmetts brought Alan Walsh on for the second half but it was Modeligo who dominated the scoring with five unanswered points by the 42nd minute. Pa Walsh, Sean Hennessy from a Michael Troy pass, Jamie Troy after superb team work by Sean O’Donovan and Pat Fitzgerald and a brace of Michael Troy pointed frees all combined to effectively close out the game at this relatively early second half stage on a score of 1-13 to 0-6. Credit Emmetts, they won the final quarter by 2-4 to 2-1, starting with a 46th minute Gavin Whelan point and a Johnny Wall goal from a John Morrissey pass, 1-13 to 1-7. However, Jamie Troy spoiled this potential Emmetts’ comeback with a 47th minute goal from close range after Rian Reddy had delivered in a high ball and Pa Walsh’s fisted effort came back off the cross-bar, 2-13 to 1-7. However, 14 man Emmetts replied again and this time with three unanswered scores via Johnny Wall (f), John Morrissey and substitute Alan Walsh over the town end goal, 2-13 to 1-10 with 54 minutes on the clock. Thomas Walsh was in goal

Modeligo's Captain Pat Fitzgerald holds the cup high following the presentation by Eddie Cunningham, Chairman Western GAA Board. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] at this stage for the injured Francis Condon and after six minutes of intense play by both sets of players his replacement on the field, Cian O’Byrne, from a Michael Troy pass, scored as good a goal as we will see this year at the Fraher Field when he saw Emmetts’ keeper Dean McKenna off his line and he kicked the size 5 over his head and under the crossbar in Premier style fashion, 3-13 to 1-10. Sean and Pa O’Donovan provided for a 63rd minute Rian Reddy score but Emmetts had the last say with the fifth goal of the game by John Flynn from close range before referee Tommy Sullivan concluded a very entertaining Western Final. Though they didn’t bring

home the silverware, the Emmetts players can hold their heads high on foot of the effort and performance they put in over the hour. From a small base of 21 players on the programme compared to 32 for Modeligo, they are competitive in both codes year in, year out, and when their turn to climb the steps will come it will be richly deserved. PRESENTATION Chairman of the Western Board Eddie Cunningham presented the Doocey Cup to outstanding Modeligo captain Pat Fitzgerald followed by the not too unfamiliar sight at this stage of players and club supporters celebrating the win afterwards on the field.

Modeligo players and supporters celebrate winning the Lawlors Hotel sponsored Western Junior Football Championship in Fraher Field.

Modeligo’s Top Three: Sean

Hennessy, Pa Walsh, Shane Troy. Emmetts Top Three: Johnny Wall, Ray Bannon, PJ Coffey. Observer’s Man of the Match: Sean Hennessy. Number of Scorers: Modeligo 8. Emmetts 6. Scores From Play: Modeligo 3-9. Emmetts 2-7. Frees For: Modeligo 6. Emmetts 15. Wides: Modeligo 6. Emmetts 9. Score of the Match: Modeligo Wing back Sean Hennessy’s 19th minute point from play. Scorers – Modeligo: Jamie Troy 1-2, Pa O’Donovan and Cian O’Byrne 1-0 each, Pa Walsh 0-3, Shane Troy 0-3 (2 ‘45’), Michael Troy 0-3f, Sean Hennessy 0-2, Rian Reddy 0-1. Emmetts: Johnny Wall 1-6 (3f), Colin Dunford, Gavin Whelan, John Morrissey and Alan Walsh 0-1 each. Modeligo: Francis Condon;

Nicky O’Donovan, Brian McCarthy, John McGrath; Thomas Walsh, Kieran McCarthy, Sean Hennessy; Shane Troy, Pa O’Donovan; Rian Reddy, Pat Fitzgerald, Sean O’Donovan; Michael Troy, Pa Walsh, Jamie Troy. Subs: Robbie Buckley for Francis Condon (inj. 50), Cian O’Byrne for Jamie Troy (53), Paudie McCarthy for Nicky O’Donovan (60), Gary Power for Brian McCarthy (b/c, 62). Colligan Emmetts: Dean McKenna; Ross Browne, John Nick Fennell, Alan Kinsella; Peter Moloney, P. J. Coffey, Ray Bannon; John Morrissey, Darren Dunford; Gavin Whelan, John Wall, Mark Flynn; John Flynn, Colin Dunford, John Flynn, Richie Kiely. Subs: Alan Walsh for Richie Kiely (ht), Jason Dunford for Peter Moloney (54), Simon Waters for Gavin Whelan and Tom Kiely for Ross Brown (both 60). Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Junior (Intermediate Attached) County Football Final

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Ballinacourty’s goals decisive in winning first title Ballinacourty …………4-6; Bunmahon ……………0-6. IT certainly wasn’t a case of first time lucky for Ballinacourty’s third team when they beat Bunmahon’s second team by four goals to win their first County title at this level in their first year competing in this grade. ‘Courty defeated Kilgobinet in the Western decider and apart from bringing the Eastern Board donated cup home, their panel of 25 players togged out at the Stradbally venue is a further indication of the resources currently available to the expanding Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty club and parish. The Munster Council quite correctly requested a change of venue from the Fraher Field for this game with two other matches pencilled in for the Shandon field later in the day and the Stradbally club obliged with the use of their field at short notice. There was a large gathering at the Coveside venue for the game and it was clear from the outset that ‘Courty were a younger and fitter outfit than their Eastern opponents, who in fairness to them, battled sportingly throughout in an effort to turn the game round. The winners led by 2-2 to 0-3 at half-time and some early second half points and then a goal by Tom Hanrahan in the 51st minute finally put this game to bed on a 3-6 to 0-4 scoreline. The winners included a handful of players that won the Minor title earlier in the year and it was clear from the outset that ‘Courty had the legs on their opponents. A Tony Collins effort smashed off the crossbar before Ronan Proctor and David Hickey opened the winners’ account by the 7th minute. The match was evenly contested on the scoreboard for the next fourteen minutes during which there was only 0-1 scored via Bunmahon’s full forward Enda Kiernan but behind this scoreline of 0-2 to 0-1 was the stat of half a dozen wides

by the winners playing into the dressing room end of the field. ‘Courty opened some daylight on their opponents in the 21st minute when a wonderful dipping effort left of the goal by Stephen Kearney raised the first green flag of the day and it was no more than the Western champions early efforts deserved. Credit Bunmahon, though, they kicked the next two points via wing back Ger Crowley and then wing forward Mikey Hearne after good work by Enda Kiernan and Anthony Power to leave the score reading 1-2 to 0-3 with 24 minutes played. However, these flags were negated by a second Ballinacourty green one four minutes later when their wing forward David Hickey scored on the second attempt after he was initially blocked down by an alert Bunmahon full back Charlie McKeown. Nathan Burke replaced the injured Ronan Proctor on the call of half-time just before Bunmahon had a goal chance of their own which, if converted would have put a better look on the half-time scoreline of 2-2 to 0-3. Bunmahon made two changes on the restart with MJ Croke and Daniel Dwan coming on for Ivor Walsh and Ross Kiely. It was Ballinacourty, though, who restarted the brighter with unanswered scores by David Sweeney and David Burke before an Anthony Power pointed free in the 39th minute reduced the deficit to two clear goals at 2-4 to 0-4. Stephen Kearney kicked over the score of the match in the 43rd minute followed by a further white flag by David Sweeney and the winner’s strong bench was further emphasised when Tom Hanrahan was introduced at the end of the third quarter. His influence told in the 51st minute when David Hickey set him up for a well taken goal, 3-6 to 0-4, which put any lingering doubts of a Bunmahon comeback out of

the question. Bunmahon substitute M. J. Croke pointed in the 53rd minute before David Hickey capped a fine individual performance with his second goal on the call of full time. In fairness to Bunmahon, they tried to the end and Declan Enright in the Ballinacourty goal was called upon to use all of his experience to deny MJ Croke a late goal with the final flag being raised by Mikey Hearne from a close-in free. The value of this grade cannot be overstated as it gives meaningful games to players who otherwise might be spending the year on the bench in higher grades. The attendance also reflected the value of this championship and fair play to whoever proposed its introduction a few years ago. Ballinacourty received many fine performances on the day and none more so than Man of the Match Pa Collins in defence with his brother Tony breathing down his neck for this accolade. Team Captain Conor O’Dwyer marshalled his defence well from his full back position while Ian Kiely, in his last outing for the club, played his best game this year. Stephen Kearney and David Hickey were always a scoring threat up front and they accumulated a tally of 3-3 between them. The winner’s superiority was also reflected in the ‘wides’ stat on a tally of 11 to 4. Bunmahon won a thrilling Eastern final agalnst Kill with their ‘keeper Eoin Coffey outstanding but on this occasion they came up against an exceptional side in this grade. Bunmahon were best served by Charlie McKeown, David and Ger Crowley, Anthony Power, Mikey Hearne and Enda Kiernan. PRESENTATION Chairman of the Eastern Board, Sean M. O’Regan presented the Ballinacourty Captain Conor O’Dwyer with the cup in the middle of the Stradbally pitch surrounded by his team mates and a

large club following. IAN KIELY HANGS UP HIS BOOTS Last Saturday’s game marked the last one in the colours of Abbeyside and Ballinacourty for their long serving player Ian Kiely who went out on a high note, winning a County medal and producing a very good individual performance. Ian has given great service to his club over the years and this is and will be continued by his own children. Very active with the club’s underage section, Ian is one to give back something to his club and this is an example to all players when they eventually hang up their boots. Hopefully, he will be walking the line with Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty teams for many years to come. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Pa Collins, Tony Collins, Ian Kiely. Bunmahon’s Top Three: Enda Kiernan, Charlie McKeown, M. J. Croke. Observer’s Man of the Match: Pa Collins. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty 6; Bunmahon 5. Scores from Play: Ballinacourty 4-6. Bunmahon 0-4. Frees For: Ballinacourty 14. Bunmahon 21. Wides: Ballinacourty 11. Bunmahon 1. Score of the Match: Stephen Kearney’s 43rd minute point for Ballinacourty. Scorers – Ballinacourty: David Hickey 2-2, Stephen Kearney 1-1, Tom Hanrahan 1-0, Ronan Proctor, David Sweeney and Nathan Burke 0-1 each. Bunmahon: Mikey Hearne 0-2 (1f), Enda Kiernan, Ger Crowley and M. J. Croke 0-1 each, Anthony Power 0-1f. Ballinacourty: Declan Enright; Ruairi Conway, Conor O’Dwyer, Pa Collins; Shane O’Gorman, David Morrissey, Tony Collins; James Beresford, Ian Kiely; Stephen Kearney, David Sweeney, David Hickey; Ben Mulligan, Michael Coleman, Ronan Proctor. Subs: Nathan Burke for Ronan Proctor (inj. 17), Tom Hanrahan for Ben Mulligan (44), Pa Bergin for Mikey Coleman (52),Conor Brennan for Ruairi Conway (57). Bunmahon: Eoin Coffey; Martin Malone, Charlie McKeown, Ross Kiely; Jamie Power, David Crowley, Ger Crowley; John Gaule, Finbarr

Power; Ivor Walsh, Anthony Power, Mikey Hearne; William Harney, Enda Kiernan, Denis

Hearne. Subs: M. J. Croke for Ivor Walsh and Daniel Dwan for Ross

Kiely (both ht). Referee: Joe Salmon (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).

Chairman of the Eastern Board, Seán M. Ó Regan presents the Junior Football (Intermediate Attached Cup) to the Ballinacourty captain Conor O’Dwyer.

Ian Kiely (Ballinacourty) pictured with his wife Sharon and their children D. J., Eoin and Meabh.

Ballinacourty team and their mentors after winning the County Junior (Intermediate Attached) Football Final for an historic first occasion.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

GAA

Gaelic Jottings Regretted passing of popular former Brickey player THE local GAA fraternity of his generation were saddened to hear of the death of former Brickey player Eugene Collins last week after a long illness. Eugene was a very dedicated member of the Brickey club since his underage days and he played many a fine game of football in the Black and Amber jersey. Eugene was on the Brickey teams that won the County Intermediate Football titles in 1980 and in 1986 and he was a wholehearted player that gave of his best in every game. A former employee of M. J. Curran Hardware, Eugene possessed a very likeable personality and his death at a relatively young age is regretted by all who knew him. The Observer extends its sincere sympathy to his family and friends at this very sad time for them.

Pat Flynn takes the hot seat WLR announced last Monday evening prior to the November open County Board meeting that former Chairman of the Board Pat Flynn, has been successful in his application for the post of County Secretary made vacant by the retirement of Timmy O’Keeffe due to the five year rule. Following a series of interviews the word is that four candidates were shortlisted for the position, Pat Flynn, Pat Grant, Brian Cheasty and Kevin Ryan with the nod going to the Board’s former chairman to take the reins from this year’s County Convention onwards. WLR broke the news that everybody was waiting to hear but it would have been better practice for the grass roots to be informed first at the County Board meeting last Monday evening.

Club Déise Expenditure March – September 2015 THE following figures have been released by Club Deise, who have done great work this year in supporting the GAA in the County in the most practical of ways. Senior Hurling training weekend – €6,787. Senior Hurling training weekend – €2,500. Underage Coaching and Games – €2,000. Tony Forristal Tournament – €1,500. Féile – €300. Waterford Camogie – €4,600. Waterford Ladies Football – €4,000.

Scór Na Seachtaine GLEN Rovers 50th minute goal in their Munster Club Senior Hurling semi-final against Ballygunner engineered by Dave Noonan from a sideline cut and executed by Patrick Horgan on the volley.

Believe it or not IN the first round of the Junior Football championship in 1952, Stradbally played Finnisk Rovers in the Fraher Field. The appointed referee Mr. P. Coles from the Brickey Rangers club was unable to attend and County Board

The late Eugene Collins was a member of the Brickey Rangers team who won the County Intermediate Football title in 1986. Back Row: L to r: Pat Barry, Gerry McGrath, Pat Ryan, Richie Power, Dominic Clancy, Eugene Collins, Neil Parks, Noel O’Connor, Tadhg Collins, Tom Shanley, Don Lennon, John Curran Brian Whelan, Ted Casey, Eamonn Martin. Front Row: L to R: Jim McGrath, Johnny McGrath, Mickey Hickey, Matthew McCarthy, Jimmy Curran, Brian Hilliard, Canice Brophy, Henry O’Keeffe, Paddy O’Keeffe, Donal McCarthy, David Cullinane, Gerard McGrath.

Secretary Declan Goode asked both clubs would they be agreeable to play under Mr. W. Fitzgerald. Both teams agreed but there was no whistle available at the venue so a mouth organ was produced and it was utilised to referee the game. Incidentally, Stradbally won the match by 0-2 and the final ‘whistle’ was music to their supporters ears. The winners received outstanding displays from such as Mickey Flynn at full back and a young Tom Foley at right corner back. Mossy Casey and Richie Skehan were others to play well for the Cove side club.

Paco is not pleased STRADBALLY manager Pat Curran has taken aim at the Waterford County Board after his team was forced to play two huge games in the space of 23 hours at the weekend. The Reds defeated Ballinacourty to capture their 18th Waterford SFC title on Friday night before returning to Fraher Field the following night to face Nemo Rangers in the Munster club SFC quarter-final - a game they lost by 11 points. "It's an absolute disgrace that Stradbally had to play here tonight." "The Waterford county board should be ashamed. I admire the hurling clubs in the county. They fight their corner. The football clubs have to stand up now and the County Board has to get their ass in gear. "We don't like to be beaten. It is even worse to be beaten when you don't get a fair crack of the whip. From a player welfare viewpoint, it is just so unfair to any club. We have played four games in 15 days. That is fair clipping." Nemo Rangers manager Steven O'Brien agreed that Stradbally had got a raw deal from the fixture makers. "I thought it was pretty poor form they had to play the following night. I'm not sure if anyone in this country would be able to do it," he said. "I'd say the legs got them at the end, it is so difficult to go through a county final and it was a tough, hard game here last night. You are drained after a county final, we know that. It is

two weeks since ours and we still have injuries so I can imagine 23 hours later is nigh on impossible."

County Convention CLUBS wishing to submit Motions and Nominations for County Board Positions for Convention 2015 should do so on or before Thursday, 19th November at 6.00 p.m. Waterford County Board Convention will take place on Thursday, 17th December, 2015 in Lawlor's Hotel. Motions may be submitted by email or in writing to Waterford GAA, Walsh Park, Keanes Road, Waterford. Motions must be submitted by Club Secretaries.

Munster Council response to Fixture chaos MUNSTER Council top-brass were of the belief that the Waterford football final would be played last Wednesday evening, November 4th when fixing the Munster club quarter-final for last Saturday, November 7th. Munster Council CEO Simon Moroney says it is regrettable that the winners of Friday’s Waterford decider between Stradbally and Ballinacourty had to return inside the whitewash less than 24-hours later for the clash with Cork champions Nemo Rangers, revealing how efforts were made to dissuade Déise officials from playing the game so close to last weekend. The Munster club quarter-final, initially scheduled for last weekend, was put back one week off the back of a request from the Waterford County Board. “On the application we originally got from Waterford officials on October 13, their county final was to be played on November 1,” said Moroney. “I had been in conversation with the Waterford officials. The new dates they mentioned for the County final included Wednesday the 4th and Friday the 6th. I convinced them that Friday was too late and then Friday went off the table

because of the All Stars function [Stradbally’s Michael Walsh is nominated for a hurling All Star]. “I was anxious the game would be played on the Wednesday and then it looked like it was going to be played on the Thursday. We have been in contact trying to avoid what has happened. It was beyond our control, though.” A double-header on Sunday was considered, tying in the football fixture with the meeting of Ballygunner and Glen Rovers in the Munster club SHC semi-final at Walsh Park. “I got no formal application from anybody to push the football game back 24-hours. I am not saying it would be approved if it did come in, the reality is that there are other dimensions that have to be considered. “We did contemplate putting a double-header on in Walsh Park, but I would have got vibes that the football games in Waterford are generally played in Fraher Field’’ concluded Mr. Moroney.

Féile na nGael AS all clubs are aware Féile na nGael 2016 will be hosted jointly by Waterford and Tipperary. Féile na nGael Hurling, Camogie and Handball will take place from Friday 17th – Sunday 19th June, 2016. Hopefully, all clubs in Waterford will be host clubs and will be fully involved in Féile 2016. The organising committee has been put together with Donal Shanahan from Tipperary as Chairperson and Tricia Walsh as Secretary with Waterford and Tipperary members. An information night was held for all clubs in the county with excellent attendance on the night. Clubs are reminded that they must register as a host club by 30th November. The application form has been sent to all clubs and must be returned to Féile Secretary Tricia, c/o Tay Valley Limited, Stradbally GAA Club, Co. Waterford. For further information please contact Féile Secretary Tricia Walsh on 083-4410764 or by email at secretary.feilenangael@gaa.ie

Cork confident Páirc Uí Chaoimh grant within rules CORK County Board have responded to reports that the EU will investigate the award of €30m in state aid to the redevelopment of Páirc Uí Chaoimh by insisting that the project "meets all the conditions for state funding under the Public Spending Code". It has been reported that the €70m project in Cork city could be delayed by up to 12 months, even if Brussels was satisfied that it complied with rules for state grants. The Cork GAA statement said: "The Páirc Uí Chaoimh stadium re-development project meets all the conditions for state funding under the Public Spending Code. "The Board has been made aware of a process that has to be undertaken by Government with the EU with regard to State aid. "The Board and the Department of Transport Tourism and Sport are working closely together and the Board anticipates a speedy and successful conclusion to the process."

Liam Kearns at the helm in Tipperary MANAGING Limerick, Liam Kearns went close to a provincial breakthrough in finals against Kerry in 2003 and 2004, the latter won by the Kingdom after a replay. Kearns had previously managed Limerick’s U21s to Munster glory and an All-Ireland final appearance in 2000 and he’s taking over a Tipperary team on a similar upward curve, on the back of recent underage success. Kerry native Kearns was manager of the Limerick seniors for six years before spending two seasons in charge of Laois in 2007 and 2008. He was also a member of the John Evans backroom team in Roscommon this year, working as coach as the Connacht outfit gained promotion to Division 1 of the Allianz League.

GAA

Ireland’s Young Hurler of the Year quickly back in action SEAN BYRNE PHOTOGRAPHY WESTERN UNDER 21’A’ HURLING QUARTER-FINALS Cappoquin …………..4-12; Clasmore/Kinsalebeg....1-12. CAPPOQUIN took on Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in Abbeyside last Saturday, Cappoquin went in leading by by six points at half time leading 3-8 to 1-8 and extended it to nine when ref Michael O’Brien blew the final whistle. The young hurler of the year in Ireland for the year 2015, Tadhg De Burca was back playing with his club Clashmore/Kinsalebeg literally hours after being so announced and this in itself tells us a lot about the man. Cappoquin: James Crowley, Colin Murray, Dave O’Brien, Keith Farrell, Shane Dunne, Shane Murray, Craig Dunne David O’Brien, Moss Noonan, Andy Molumby, Eoin Leahy, Aaron O’Sullivan, Nathan O’Mahoney, Tommy McCarthy, Killian O’Sullivan, Jack Mangan. Sub. used: Simon Power. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: R. Deady , C. Lynch, E. O’Halloran, A. McCarthy, D. O’Brien, Tadgh De Burca, M. Kelly, A. Curley, J.

O’Leary, Sean Daly, D. Scanlon, Paul O’Connor, A. O’Sullivan, Ronan Fitzgerald, P. Prendergast, Subs used: J. Foley, T. Cunningam, B. Langford. Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

DUNGARVAN ADVANCES TO SEMI-FINAL Dungarvan ………….3-14; Cois Bhride …………..1-7. DEFENDING champions Dungarvan advanced to a semi-final meeting with neighbours Abbeyside following this deserving win against Cois Bhride in Lismore last Saturday afternoon. Dungarvan led by 1-7 to 0-6 at half-time with an early goal by Patrick Curran separating the teams. Curran also scored two first half points, his brother Cathal 0-2 (1f) and Ryan Donnolly, Glen Power and Kieran Power a point each. Ryan Grey was on the mark three times for the Tallow/ Shamrocks combination with Padraig Roche, Kelvyn O’Farrell and Colm Roche also getting their names on the score sheet. Alan Curley scored a second half goal for Cois Bhride but they were confined to just

a further pointed free by Ryan Grey. Cois Bhride had only one player on the age starting compared to seven for the winners and this told in the second half with Dungarvan going on to score a further 2-7. Patrick Curran and Ryan Donnolly were the goal scorers as well as striking a few points along with Kieran Power and Cathal Curran. Jordan Henley stepped into goal to save a one on one penalty by Patrick Curran. Dungarvan: Craig Barry; John Havens, Kevin Daly, Darragh Fitzgerald; John Curran, Darragh Lyons, Gavin Power; Michael Kiely, Eamonn Crotty; Ryan Donnolly 1-3, Kieran Power 0-3, Glen Power 0-1; Jack Lacey, Patrick Curran 2-4 (1f), Cathal Curran 0-3 (1f, 1’65’). Subs: Mark Power for Glen Power, Rian Crotty for Kevin Daly. Cois Bhride: Michael Tobin; Will Hogan, Jake Beecher, Padraig Aherne; Rob Beecher, Jordan Henley, Jack Tobin; Alan Curley 1-0, Adam Crawford; Colm Roche 0-1, Noel Condon, Ryan Grey 0-4 (3f), Ed Hynes, Kelvyn O’Farrell 0-1, Dylan Mangan; Sub: Padraig Roche, 0-1 for Noel Condon. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

This Weekend’s Championship Previews AIB Munster Junior Hurling Semi-Final: Saturday, November 14th Fenor v Ennistymon (Clare) in Walsh Park at 2 pm THE Fenor club creates further history this Saturday when they will contest the semi-final of the Munster Club Junior Hurling Championship in Walsh Park at 2 p.m. The men in green had a thrilling 0-1 win over St. Mary’s in the Waterford final and they have had ample time to prepare for this game. The big carrot here is that the Waterford representatives are just one game away from a Munster Final appearance and this should spur all involved to get over the winning line here. Jim Hally will lead his team on to the field here and such as Fergie Whelan, Kieran Kirwan, Ben Gallagher, Conor Rockett and Sean Cheasty will be spearheading their challenge here. The Clare champions travel to Walsh Park with one Munster game under their belts after beating the Tipperary champions Ballylooby/Castlegrace on November 1st by 2-8 to 1-9 in a game that was played in their home grounds. All Waterford supporters will be hoping for Fenor to win out here and qualify for the Provincial decider in Mallow on December 6th. The second semi final will also be played this Saturday when Cork Champions Dungourney and Limerick title holders Dromcollogher / Broadford meet each other at the Limerick club’s venue. Forecast: Fenor. JJ Kavanagh County Junior Football Final: Saturday, November 14th Modeligo v Roanmore in Fraher Field at 7 pm By all accounts, Modeligo will have it all to do against a Roanmore team that has scored thirty one goals in the Eastern championship this year in a total of ten games. The sky blues have scored three, four and five goals on two occasions each and they have kept a clean sheet five times. The Eastern champions beat Kill by 2-16 to 2-12 in the quarter-final, they got the better of

Bunmahon by 3-16 to 0-2 in the semis and then went on to defeat a fancied Ferrybank outfit by 3-5 to 0-5 in the final. Out of ten outings, they were only beaten once and that was in the Group stages by Ferrybank on a score of 3-7 to 0-9. However, Modeligo won’t fear any opposition, they are a battle hardened championship fifteen and they were impressive in their Western Final win against Emmetts at the Shandon venue last weekend. Under the guidance of their trainer Conor Prendergast, they play a good direct type of game and they may have taken the opportunity to look at Roanmore in the Eastern Final last Friday in Carriganore. The referee for Saturday is Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty). Forecast: Modeligo. Sean Byrne Photography U-21 A Hurling Semi-Final: Friday, November 13th Dungarvan V Abbeyside at Fraher Field 8 pm Dungarvan has the benefit of a championship game last weekend and this should stand to them against local rivals Abbeyside at the Fraher Field this Friday evening. Local games can take on a life of their own and produce some exciting fare at the Shandon venue. The Village will have the bulk of their successful Minor team to call on as well as some of their Senior players while Dungarvan are the reigning champions and they get the nod to advance to this year’s decider. Forecast: Dungarvan. Morrissey Family U-21 B Hurling Final: Saturday, November 14th: Fourmilewater V Brickey Rangers at Fraher Field 3 pm When these two teams met two years ago in the final, a late and brilliant Cormac Curran goal secured the title for the Bushy Park club, who then went on to beat Tramore in the County Final in Carriganore. This year’s final can be just as close but there is a doubt about the availability of Cormac Curran this time round and if so

it could well have a bearing on the outcome. Both teams are well balanced units but probably have not played together much since the Western SemiFinals. Fourmilewater beat St. Olivers at the penultimate stage on July 31st by 2-10 to 1-10 while Brickeys accounted for An Ghaeltacht by 3-17 to 1-12 on August 8th. Any form from then may have gone out the window by now but if Cormac Curran is available to the local side, they get the tentative nod to regain the title. Forecast: Brickeys. Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Relegation Play-Off: Saturday, November 14th Ballinameela V Tourin at Fraher Field 1.30 pm This is the game that nobody wants to be involved in, the relegation play-off in the Western Intermediate Hurling Championship. Both clubs were not expecting to be in this position but their results this year has dictated so and one of them will be plying their trade in the Junior championship in 2016. Tourin have had more time to prepare for this game and they have a number of useful challenge games behind them under the watchful eye of Liam Lawlor. They gave the eventual champions Modeligo a good game of it in the Group stages and while they will be missing the emigrated Niall Fives, they have his two brothers Darragh and Shane, the latter, by all accounts in the mix right up to the end for an All Star Award, to lead their challenge. Ballinameela have experienced a very disappointing year in hurling after contesting the Divisional final in 2014 against Cappoquin and coming within a strike of the sliotar of winning it. Kieran Curran’s charges have had just a few weeks to prepare after their successful Intermediate Football exploits but it will be difficult to turn around their form this year at such short notice and the nod goes to Tourin to survive in the grade for 2016. Forecast: Tourin.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Meet the Lismore Camogie panel

Grainne Kenneally Caithriona McGlone

Ellen Curran

Alice Russell

Aoife Hannon

Aoife Houlihan

Jennifer Kingston

Johanna Houlihan

Marie Russell

NIcola Morrissey

Ruth Geoghegan

Sarah Coughlan

Sarah Geoghegan

Sharon Williams

Capt. Shauna Kiernan

Shauna Prendergast

Shona Curran

Tanya Morrissey

Emma Power

Emily Heneghan

Becky McGlone

Lismore contests Munster Intermediate Camogie Club Final Lismore V Cahir Mallow GAA Complex Saturday, November 14th at 3 p.m. Team Sponsor: The Red House, Lismore LISMORE Camogie Club fielded their first senior team in 1980 but did not win their first senior County title until 1985 followed by a series of County titles in the following years. In 2010, Lismore Camogie club won the County senior title for the first time in nine years and also created history in winning their first and Munsters first ever Munster Intermediate Club title when they beat Newmarket on Fergus in Buttevant on October 30th, 2010, and went on to represent the County in the All Ireland series but were unfortunate to be beaten in the semi-final stage by Eoghan Rua of Derry. They once again represented Waterford in the 2011 Club Championship and overcame Tipperary's Clonulty in Bansha and were subsequently beaten in the All Ireland semi-final against Galway’s Ardrahan. Lismore Camogie Team met St. Annes in the County Final in 2012, where St. Annes came out on top deny-

ing Lismore of a three in a row. The 2013 season kicked off with the teams first training session on St. Patricks weekend. This year the team won both league and championship titles continuing to win the Munster Final drawing against Newmarket-onFergus at full time and again after extra time and winning against them by a two point margin on the second day. The girls went on to play Ulster Champions Liatrom Fontenoys in the All-Ireland semi-final where the Lismore girls overcame them with a six point margin earning them a place in The All Ireland final in Croke Park on the first weekend of March. The girls played Kilkenny’s Ballyhale Shamrocks, like the Munster final, the girls drew the game and were to play the replay on Patricks weekend of 2014 in Clonmel. History was created for the club this year where Caithriona McGlone was the hat trick hero as Lismore lifted the AIB All-Ireland intermediate club camogie title in fine style in Clonmel Sportsfields on this historic Sunday afternoon. In 2014 Lismore were beaten in the League by eastern Rivals St. Annes by the minimum, but it was Lismore who beat St. Anne’s by the minimum in The Championship final. It was

Munster Championship bound for the Cathedral town where the girls met Tipperary’s Borrisoleigh in a pulsating game in the Munster semi-final where Lismore came out of a tough battle to earn them a place in the final. Cork’s Sarsfields were their opponents on the day where Lismore overcame them with ease to win the Munster title for the fourth time. Oranmore/Maree of Galway were the girls opponents in the All-Ireland semifinal in February and were once again victorious on this occasion earning them a place in the All Ireland Final in Croke Park for a second year in a row. Unfortunately, luck was not on the girl’s side this time as Kilkenny’s Piltown who were their opponents who came out on top by a one point victory. The 2015 season kickedoff for the girls capturing the County League title in Tallow against neighbours Cappoquin in May. The girls beat Gall Tir in the first round of the championship in June and drew with St. Annes in the second round in July and beat Cappoquin in the third round later in the month earning them a place in the County final once more against arch rivals St. Anne’s on October 3rd in Faher field where they overcame St. Anne's by a 5 point victory to

earn them a place in the Munster Final for the 5th year. CAPTAIN’S PROFILE Name: Shauna Kiernan Age: 23 years Occupation: Student Position: Defender Achievements: 1 AllIreland Club title. Player of the match in Munster Club Final 2014 National league div. 2 champions 2011, County Senior league champions 2010, 2011, 2013, 2015, 4x County Senior Titles 4x Munster Intermediate Titles, Munster intermediate Title 2009, All-Ireland finalists 2009, All-Ireland Junior champs 2011, All-Ireland finalists u-16, u-18, All-Ireland Féile 2006, 3 Munster colleges titles, All- Ireland colleges winners ’08, ’09. Numerous underage titles, Junior Club Titles. CONGRATULATONS! Heartiest Congratulations to Lismore Hurler Maurice Shanahan on his All Star Award which he received at the GAA awards ceremony held at the City West Hotel on Friday night from all in Lismore Camogie Club. Congrats also to Lorraine Bray, Beth Carton and Trish Jackman who all received a Soaring star award at the Camogie All Star awards held in the City West Hotel on Saturday night.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County Senior Football Final

Stradbally's Tony Grey in possession ahead of Ballinacourty's John Hurney during the County Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Football Championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Te n a c i o u s Stradbally wins 18th Senior Football title See pages 12, 13 & 14

S t ra d b Ballin a l l y ' s M ichae acour & Son l t s Wat y's Conor Wa l s h h Prunt erford and yd pa Senio r Foo uring the s s e s u n d tball Cham Co. Final e r p r e s s u o pions hip in f the J. J. K r e f r o m a Frahe r F i e l d va n a g h [Se . an By rne//D eise S port]

12 & 13

J. J. KAVANAGH & SONS COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL FINAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Tenacious Stradbally wins 18th Senior Football title Stradbally ………………0-8; Ballinacourty …………..0-6. THE Waterford Senior Football Roll of Honour tells the story of Stradbally’s golden era since the turn of this century and the Reds’ tally of titles was deservingly increased at a crowded Fraher Field last Friday evening when Paco Curran’s charges recorded the Cove side club’s 18th title including their ninth since the Millennium year. The lasting memory from this latest encounter between these local rivals is Stradbally’s tenacity in the second half to win the dirty ball as they kept ‘Courty scoreless for all of 23 minutes from the 36th to the penultimate minute of normal time. The winners, themselves, were held scoreless for thirteen minutes in the first half and for twenty in the second moiety as the game hung in the balance during a rare old battle for winning scores. Some patrons will point to a missed Ballinacourty 15th minute penalty as a key moment in the game but their real Achilles heel was their tally of thirteen wides in contrast to eight for the Reds and nine of these were kicked in the first half. Stradbally should also have had a green flag in the 53rd minute but Robert Ahearn’s effort at the end of a good team move was smothered by Stephen Enright in the country end goal at the expense of a ‘45’. An unexpected gate of €14,040 paid in to see this encounter and what was very noticeable was the huge amount of children that were brought to the venue to enjoy the key game in this year’s Senior football campaign for both clubs. For the neutral in the stand, the standard of the game proved uninspiring but the battle for supremacy out on the field was out of the top

drawer in a second half that was better than the first. There were a number of noteworthy individual performances over the hour and the best of these came from the winner’s Shane Lannon who was deservingly named the J. J. Kavanagh Man of the Match by a unanimous adjudicating panel. His consistant top class display was central to his team’s success and, though operating in the centre of defence, his two white flags in the 19th and the 30th minutes were instrumental in acquiring the Reds a foothold in the match and also giving them a 0-4 to 0-2 half-time lead. Ballinacourty enjoyed the greater share of the first quarter possession but it was Shane Ahearn who opened the scoring with a point from play in the third minute. Evan Collins placed Patrick Hurney for a sixth minute equaliser and Tony Grey spent the opportunity to put the Reds back in front following a pin point perfect long pass in from midfielder Michael Walsh. ‘Courty were dominant in general play as the half progressed and a Patrick Hurney pointed free gave them the lead for the only time after Conor Prunty was fouled in possession. An all Hurney move by John and Patrick delivered the size five to older brother Gary in front of the country end goal and he was clearly held up with Michael O’Halloran’s well struck penalty going just narrowly outside the right upright with the Stradbally keeper beaten. Shane Ahearn, who was brought out midfield in an effort to win more possession, restored parity with a 16th minute pointed free after he was fouled himself and Paco Curran’s charges were never to go behind once Shane Lannon’s 19th minute effort dis-

sected the posts in the town end. Ahearn’s move to midfield was paying dividends and ‘Courty custodian Stephen Enright did well to field a high ball on his goal line under pressure in the 24th minute before Shane Lannon from a Shane Ahearn pass put the game’s widest scoring margin between the teams on the call of half-time at 0-4 to 0-2. Both teams made changes on the restart with Mark Fives replacing Michael O’Halloran and Paddy Kiely and John Coffey coming on for Daniel Weldon and Ger Power. A 31st minute Gary Hurney pointed free reduced the deficit to the minimum followed by two contenders for score of the match by Tommy Connors in the 34th minute from a Michael Sweeney pass and by Patrick Hurney from an assist by Richie Foley one minute later, 0-5 to 0-4. Credit Ballinacourty, they levelled the contest with a Patrick Hurney pointed free in the 36th minute but despite some immediate good possession, they couldn’t achieve a leading score. The game was now in the melting pot as both teams were off target in an increasingly intense encounter and the only score in a twenty three minute period was from a placed ball by Michael Sweeney in the 39th minute. The three Hurneys and Mark Fives were all wide of the posts for ‘Courty and similarly, Tommy Connors and the two Ahearns for the winners but what was most noticeable was that Stradbally were hunting in packs, scrapping for as much possession as possible and coming away with 40/60 balls. The Reds had a golden chance to put the game to bed in the 53rd minute when the two Shanes, Ahearn and Lannon provided the ball in front of

Ballinacourty's Sean O'Hare in action with Stradbally's Ger Power during the Co. Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Football Championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

goal for Robert Ahearn but Stephen Enright did exceptionally well to prevent the only second half green flag opportunity. The fourth final between these great rivals looked to be heading for a replay when Shane Briggs provided for Mark Fives’ 59th minute point but, not for the first time in his career, we were reminded of the brilliance that is Michael Walsh when he broke up field to kick the winning point as if it was second nature to him. The experienced Stephen Cunningham, who had just been introduced placed Robert Ahearn for a 60th minute assurance point, 0-8 to 0-6, and despite the gallant efforts of Ballinacourty, including a goal attempt by Patrick Hurney from a pass via a quick free in added time, it was Stradbally’s name that was going to be inscribed on the Joe Conway Cup, a man who is alive and well in Mary Street Dungarvan and who donated this trophy almost fifty years ago. Neutrals would not have

quibbled if this game had gone to a replay but, good to tradition, it was Stradbally’s intensity in grinding out results that once again proved to be their difference between winning and losing. Matty Kiely and his fellow mentors came very close to leading their players to regaining the title and there is no doubt but that all involved can do so in the not too distant future. As well as Shane Lannon, Luke Casey and Jack Mullaney were absolutely brilliant in defence while the Ahernes’ Shane and Robert once again highlighted their importance to the Stradbally team and Kevin Lawlor kept Gary Hurney scoreless from play. Paco Curran and his fellow selectors once again proved their worth on the line and, though leading by 0-4 to 0-2 at the short whistle, they didn’t delay in bringing on two players for the second half. Such as Richie Foley, David Collins and Patrick Hurney did as much as humanly possible for ‘Courty with

Shane Briggs, Stephen Enright and Mark Fives, when introduced, also catching the eye. PRESENTATION There have been some impressive winning captain speeches in recent weeks such as Kevin Phelan’s for Ballinameela and Jim Hally for Fenor and right up there also is Michael Walsh after receiving the Conway Cup from County Board Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan. It’s a pity that the cup donor Joe Conway was not invited to add to the occasion. Michael individually thanked the selectors, Paul Mullaney, Liam O’Brien and Niall Cusack and praised Paco Curran’s preparation of the team and his attention to detail. He also remembered the Stradbally legend that is Sean Aherne before welcoming the Conway Cup ‘’home’’ for the Winter of 2015 with its residency for 2016 up for grabs again in the coming championship. NINE SENIOR MEDALS Subject to correction,

Seven Stradbally players won their ninth Senior medal in the Fraher Field last Friday evening. This must certainly be a record in Waterford so very well done to Michael Walsh, Kevin Coffey, John Coffey, John Hearn, Ger Power, Stephen Cunningham and Trevor Curran on such an outstanding achievement over the years 2001 to 2015. The carrot will now be there to make it double figures ten in 2016. An mbeidh a leitheid ann aris? Stradbally’s Top Three: Shane Lannon, Luke Casey, Jack Mullaney. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Richie Foley, David Collins, Patrick Hurney. Observer’s Man of the Match: Shane Lannon. Number of Scorers: Stradbally 6. Ballinacourty 3. Scores from Play: Stradbally 0-6. Ballinacourty 0-3. Frees For: Stradbally 15. Ballinacourty 27. Wides: Stradbally 8. Ballinacourty 13. Score of the Match: Stradbally’s 34th minute point engineered by Michael Sweeney and

Ken Begley, J. J. Kavanagh & Sons (sponsors) presents the Man of the Match Award to Stradbally's Shane Lannon. Included are Owen Savauge and Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board presents the Conway Cup to Stradbally's Captain Michael Walsh. executed by Tommy Connors. Scorers – Stradbally: Shane Lannon 0-2, Shane Aherne 0-2 (1f), Tommy Connors Michael Walsh and Robert Aherne 0-1 each, Michael Sweeney 0-1f. Ballinacourty: Patrick Hurney 0-4 (2f), Mark Fives 0-1, Gary Hurney 0-1f.

Stradbally: Eoin Cunningham; Kevin Lawlor, Kevin Coffey, Luke Casey; Tommy Connors, Shane Lannon, Tony Grey; Michael Walsh, Jack Mullaney; John Hearn, Robert Aherne, Daniel Weldon; Ger Power, Shane Aherne, Michael Sweeney. Subs: Paddy Kiely for Daniel Weldon and John

Coffey for Ger Power (both h/t), Eoin O’Brien for Michael Sweeney (56), Stephen Cunningham for Ger Power (59). Ballinacourty: Stephen Enright; Shane Briggs, Sean O’Hare, Brian Looby; Eoin Bergin, Richie Foley, David Collins; John Hurney, Conor Prunty; Michael O’Halloran,

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Mark Ferncombe, Evan Collins; Shane O’Donovan, Gary Hurney, Patrick Hurney. Subs: Mark Fives for Michael O’Halloran (h/t), Conor McCarthy for Brian Looby (b/c, 39), Michael Maher for Mark Ferncombe (45). Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

Man of the Match Shane Lannon with family and friends. Stradbally who beat Ballinacourty 0-8 to 0-6 in the Co. Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Football Championship in Fraher Field.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Ballinacourty beaten by Stradbally in the Co. Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Football Championship in Fraher Field.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Ballinacourty's John Hurney with the ball against Stradbally's Michael Walsh during the Co. Final of the J.J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Football Championship in Fraher Field.

J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County Senior Football Final

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Stradbally celebrate their win over Ballinacourty.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Stradbally's Shane Aherne in possession against Ballinacourty's Richie Foley during the Co. Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Football Championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Stradbally's Daniel Weldon and Ciaran Cusack with the Conway Cup.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Some young Stradbally supporters with Captain Michael Walsh and the Conway Cup.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Stradbally players celebrate their win over Ballinacourty at the final whistle.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

66 Main Street, Dungarvan (058) 45590 nicky@mckennacomputers.com

McKenna Computers Club Focus

FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Wednesday, 11th October, 2000 EAST CORK OIL INTERMEDIATE HURLING FINAL AT FRAHER FIELD

Hurling Final Ends All Square FOURMILEWATER 1-7; ABBEYSIDE 1-7 IN the final analysis, a draw was a fair result in this well contested Western Intermediate hurling final played at the Fraher Field on Sunday afternoon last, as both teams gave their all in a tense and absorbing encounter, which held one’s interest right up to the final blast on referee J. M. Kelly’s whistle. Fourmilewater had first use of the breeze playing into the road goal. But it was Abbeyside who drew first blood as Gary Hurney pointed in the 2nd minute. Paudie Halpin levelled the scoring in the 4th minute. Abbeyside with Sean “Hiker” McGrath, Damien Cliffe, Gavin Breen and Michael Collins leading the way, had settled in, playing some fine passages of hurling. Rory Rice, who excelled at centre half back for Fourmilewater, landed a brilliant point for the lead in the 14th minute and Aidan Ryan, John Moore, Justin Walsh, Ian Walsh and Liam Walsh were all impressing in defence at this stage. Gary Hurney levelled it up at 0-2 each in the 15th minute. At the other end Emmett Byrne effected a brilliant save from a pointblank shot from David Ryan. It was one of many fine saves by the Village keeper, Martin Walsh put Fourmilewater back in front with a neat point in the 17th minute and three minutes later Shane Walsh raised a further white flag for Fourmilewater and both of the younger Walsh brothers were again very effective here. Fourmilewater got the vital break in the 28th minute when Brian Wall put their experienced midfielder Pat Walsh in for a welltaken goal and with Michael Connolly, Pat Walsh was very effective at centre field. Seamo Burns pointed a 29th minute free (1-

Forde’s

4 to 0-3) at the interval. Abbeyside, with Eoin Hayes, John Phelan, James Keohane and Shane Briggs coming much more into the picture, were having the better of the outfield exchanges. Yet, the Fourmilewater rearguard were holding firm with Eoin Wall bringing off a series of saves between the posts. Abbeyside re-arranged their attack to good effect, as Laurence Hurney went to full-forward, Gary Hurney to centre half-forward, Michael Fives to right half-forward. While Seamo Burns and John Hurney switched places on the left flank of their attack also to good effect. Emmett Byrne cleared off his line. Ger Walsh, who had come on for David Ryan in the 42nd minute (he was just back from a holiday) had a great tussle with Gavin Breen. While Michael Collins managed to force Paudie Halpin to shoot wide with a goal looking on. Halpin together with Brian Wall and Eoin O’Sullivan tried hard up front. Not to be outdone Eoin Wall saved from John Hurney and Seamo Burns. Abbeyside got their vital break in the 58th minute when Gary Hurney’s lengthy delivery was collected by Seamo Burns who finished to the net (1-7 to 1-5) and an upset was looking on. Fourmilewater, who were also short the services of Michael Guiry (who cried off prior to the game), battled back and Michael Connolly pointed late frees in the 59th and 62nd minutes. An Abbeyside attack was held up on the Fourmilewater half-back line when the final whistle sounded. Scorers for Abbeyside: S Burns (1-3); G. Hurney (0-2); D. Cliffe and J. Moore (0-1 each). Scorers for Fourmilewater: P. Walsh (1-0); M. Connolly (0-2); R. Rice, P. Halpin, M. Walsh and B. Wall (0-1 each). Abbeyside: E. Byrne; E. Hayes, M. Collins, G. Breen, J Phelan, D. Cliffe, J. Keohane, S. McGrath, S. Briggs, G Hurney, L. Hurney, S. Burns; R. Cliffe. M. Fives. J. Hurney. Subs: J. Moore for R. Cliffe; M. Enright for L. Hurney. Fourmileater: E. Wall, J. Moore, A. Ryan, J. Walsh, I. Walsh, R. Rice, L. Walsh, M Connolly, P. Walsh, M. Walsh, B. Wall, E. O’Sullivan, S. Ryan, P. Halpin, S. Walsh. Subs: G. Walsh for D. Ryan; J. Walsh for Halpin. Referee: J. M. Kelly (Shamrocks).

Youghal Road, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. 087 2674890 Dungarvanstatoil@cablesurf.com

FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 6. Forecasts. 1 Correct. 5 Incorrect. Success Rate: 16.2%. Best So Far: 100%. This Week’s Forecasts: Munster Junior Hurling S F: Fenor v (Ennistymon) County JF Final: Modeligo v (Roanmore). West IH Relegation Play-Off: Tourin v (Ballinameela). West Under 21 ‘A’ Hurling Semi-Final: Dungarvan v (Abbeyside). West Under 21 ‘B’ Hurling Final: Brickeys v (Fourmilewater). To Date: 553 Forecasts. 338 Correct. 215 Incorrect. Success Rate: 61.1%.

McGrath’s Newsagents MITCHEL STREET, DUNGARVAN 058-41661 Newspapers • Sweets • General Grocery

Teams of Times Gone By WESTERN JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP – MILLENIUM YEAR Year: 2000. Date: Saturday, October 7th. Team: Ballyduff. Opposition: Abbeyside. Venue: Ardmore. Referee: Pat Walsh (Fourmilewater). Half-Time Score: Ballyduff 2-7; Abbeyside 0-1. Full Time Score: Ballyduff 4-9; Abbeyside 0-7. Liam Power; Derek Daly, Liam Feeney, Richard Whelan; Aidan Feeney, Jim O’Neill, William Hickey; Tommy Feeney, Bob Tobin; Michael Barry, Michael Walsh, Liam McNamara; Eugene Flynn, Diarmuid Flynn, James Scanlon. Subs: Sean Cunningham, J. Cashin, Francis Finn, Ed. Molumphy, Dermot Bolger, John Casey, Colin Keane. Scorers: Michael Walsh 1-4, James Scanlon 1-2, Diarmuid Flynn 1-1, Michael Barry 1-0, Eugene Flynn and Dermot Bolger 0-1 each.

GAA

Waterford Hurlers claim three All Star awards HURLING in the County received a welcome Winter boost last Thursday morning when news filtered through that three of Derek McGrath’s Senior team won All Star Awards for 2015. Hopes were high that the winners of the National League title and the All-Ireland semi-finalists would be rewarded in the awards this year and this came to pass when Clashmore’s Tadhg De Burca, Lismore’s Maurice Shanahan and Passage’s Noel Connors were named on the Country’s first fifteen for this year. In addition, Tadhg De Burca was named young hurler of the year and this is another remarkable achievement by the popular Clashmore clubman, who lined out the next day in the under 21 Western Hurling Championship game for his team against Cappoquin Maurice Shanahan was perhaps the favourite of all our hurlers to win an award on foot of his excellent year’s hurling both from play and from placed balls. He reliably took the place of the injured Paraic Mahony on free-taking duty but there was much more than this to the Lismore man’s game with tremendous play up front and scores at vital times in games, helping the team to reach the winner’s enclosure on more than one occasion. He more than held his own in the Kilkenny All Ireland Semi Final game and that in itself was an All Star achievement. Maurice was named at corner forward on the team. Tadhg De Burca was a revelation in defence all year for the County from the very start of the National League up to our final game against Kilkenny. A relatively unknown to the All Star selectors at Senior level, it speaks volumes for his displays this year that he was selected in the heart of the defence at centre back. The Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg player came to prominence in the successful Dungarvan Colleges Harty Cup teams a few years ago and now in his final year in the under 21 grade, he has an All Star Award under his belt with hopefully further honours in the game to come. The Waterford defence was our strongest unit all year and Passage’s Noel Connors was central to this with consistent man marking displays that singled him out as an All Star corner back. Though just 25 years of age, Noel was one of the experienced heads on the team and his award was a good call by the panel of selectors. This is the Passage clubman’s second award having won his first one in 2010. All-Ireland champions Kilkenny predictably dominate the 2015 Hurling All Stars, with seven stars of the

Cats' triumphant Summer in the team. Beaten finalists Galway have been awarded four positions on the coveted 15, while the remainder go to Waterford (three) and Tipperary (one) meaning a total of four counties are honoured in the selection. Of Kilkenny’s haul of seven, Joey Holden and Ger Aylward collect their first ever awards while Paul Murphy lands his fourth. Michael Fennelly, Richie Hogan, TJ Reid and Cillian Buckley are the other Cats players in the line-up. In total there are seven first-time recipients and five survivors from the 2014 team – with Tipp's Séamus Callanan the only non-Kilkenny player to receive awards in both seasons. Colm Callanan, David Burke, Daithí Burke and Cathal Mannion make up the Galway contingent, with the Deise's Noel Connors, Tadhg de Búrca and Maurice Shanahan the other All Stars. CÚ CHULAINN (PRE-ALL STAR) AWARDS 1963-1967 WATERFORD WINNERS

Maurice Shanahan, Waterford, with his GAA GPA All-Star Award at the GAA GPA All-Star Awards 2015 sponsored by Opel. [Paul Mohan / SPORTSFILE]

1963: Austin Flynn, Larry Guinan, Mick Flannelly, Phil Grimes. 1966: Austin Flynn.

Waterford’s All Award Winners

Star

1974: John Galvin (Portlaw), Midfield. 1980: Mossie Walsh (Ballyduff Upper), Midfield. 1982: John Galvin (Portlaw), Corner Back. Jim Greene (Mt. Sion), Corner Forward. 1998: Tony Browne (Mt. Sion), Midfield. 2002: Fergal Hartley (Ballygunner), Wing Back. Eoin Kelly (Mt. Sion), Wing Forward. Ken McGrath (Mt. Sion), Wing Forward. 2003: John Mullane (De La Salle), Wing Forward. 2004: Ken McGrath (Mt. Sion) Midfield. Dan Shanahan (Lismore),Wing Forward. Paul Flynn (Ballygunner), Corner Forward. 2006: Tony Browne (Mt. Sion), Wing Back. Dan Shanahan (Lismore), Wing Forward. 2007: Tony Browne (Mt. Sion), Wing Forward. Ken McGrath (Mt. Sion), Centre Back. Michael Walsh (Stradbally), Midfield. Dan Shanahan (Lismore), Wing Forward. Stephen Molumphy (Ballyduff Upper), Wing Forward. 2008: Eoin Kelly (Passage), Full Forward. 2009: Michael Walsh (Stradbally), Centre Back. John Mullane (De La Salle), Corner Forward. 2010: Noel Connors (Passage), Corner Back. Michael Walsh (Stradbally), Centre Back. 2011: John Mullane (De La Salle), Corner Forward. 2012: John Mullane (De La Salle), Corner Forward. Kevin Moran (De La Salle), Midfield. 2015: Tadhg De Burca (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg), Centre Back. Noel Connors (Passage), Corner Back. Maurice Shanahan (Lismore), Corner Forward.

THE COUNTY’S ALL STAR FACTS AND FIGURES *Waterford has won 31 All Stars.

Tadhg de Búrca, Waterford, with his GAA GPA All-Star Award, and his Young Hurler of the Year Award at the GAA GPA All-Star Awards 2015 sponsored by Opel. [Paul Mohan / SPORTSFILE]

Noel Connors, Waterford, with his GAA GPA All-Star Award at the GAA GPA All-Star Awards 2015 sponsored by Opel. [Paul Mohan / SPORTSFILE]

* Players from nine different clubs in the County have won All Stars. * John Mullane is the Waterford player with the most All Star Awards, 5. * Dan and Maurice Shanahan from the Lismore club become the first Waterford brothers to win awards. * The Mount Sion Club has the most All Star Awards won by a club in the County, 8. The County’s longest spell without winning an All Star was sixteen years, 1982 to

1998. The 2015 Awards are our first in three years. *Tadhg De Burca is the first All Star Award winner from a non Senior club team in Waterford in the year of the award. *Waterford players won All Stars every year from 2006 to 2012 inclusive. *The County won its most All Stars in 2007, 5. *John Galvin (Portlaw) was the first Waterford man to win two All Stars.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Naomh Brid Brid TOURANEENA TRAINING Indoor training for the children in Touraneena has commenced in the Community centre on Friday evenings. Girls are first up at 06.00pm followed by the under 8 boys. Helmets are required but indoor hurleys will be supplied. For enquiries please contact Brendan O’Dwyer, Ger Commins or David Whelan. The older boys will be training at the hurling wall in Kirwan Park on Monday evenings from 7 pm until 8 p.m. Helmets and hurleys are required here and please dress for outdoors. Aiden and James are the contacts for this group. CLUB NOTES If any person or group in the club wants to include match news, fixtures or photos etc in the weekly notes please send email to the club PRO. Email address is (nb-pro@outlook.ie). These need to be received by Sunday evening at 6 p.m. for inclusion that week.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet TABLE QUIZ Our annual table quiz fundraiser will be held in Minnies Bar on Friday, 13th November at 8.30 p.m. All are welcome, bring a friend or two! CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Waterford's three All-Stars Maurice, Noel and Tadgh. And also to Tadgh on winning Young Hurler of the Year.

Na Déise Deise LFC LFC ALL-IRELAND MEDAL PRESENTATION NIGHT Congratulations to our three club ladies, Abbie Dalton, Mary Kate Curran and Mary Kate Morrissey, and all who received All- Ireland medals on Saturday night last in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Abbie and Mary Kate were part of the victorious U16 team while Mary Kate Morrissey was a member of the Intermediate squad. Congratulations also to Mary Kate Curran who won U14 player of the year and to Abbie who was nominated for U16 player of the year. Well done girls, what a credit you are to the club, your families and your community. Thanks to the Waterford Ladies Football County Board on what was a thoroughly enjoyable night. I have no doubt there was a lot of hard work organising it for the girls which I’m sure they appreciated.

Naomh Chartaigh ChartaighJuveniles Juvenile (Lismore / Ballysaggart Juvenile) MEETING A meeting with parents of next year's U-14 panel and committee will be held in the Club House on Thursday night, 12th at 8 p.m. As this meeting is in relation to the Feile Na Gael been hosted in 2016 by Waterford / Tipperary counties it would be great to have at least one representative from each family present. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to club man Maurice Shanahan on receiving his first hurling All Star. This is a major achievement for Maurice but well deserved after the season he had with Waterford. Maurice is a great asset in our club and great to turn up to help out as ref or to sign a few autographs at our tournaments. Your services will be called upon even more next year Maurice as it's the likes of yourself inspire our young members. Special word of congratulations to his parents Brian & Mary as they are the 18th family in history of the All Stars to receive two separate awards in the same household. SYMPATHY The club would like to extend their deepest sympathy to clubman Gerry McGarry and family on the passing of his brother John, Clonmel. DATE FOR DIARY Christmas Party night, December 19th Eamonn's Place where our Annual Draw will take place for some fantastic prizes.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results Tuesday, 3rd November: Numbers drawn were 11, 13, 15 and 20. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Daphne Cahill, Carmel Hale, and Fergal Meagher. Next week’s jackpot is €4,625. Draw takes place on Tuesday, November 10th. CLOTHES COLLECTION The club is organising a recycling clothes collection this November. Please bag any clothes that you have for recycling and bring them to the dressingrooms on Sunday, November 22nd, between 10.30 a.m. and 12 noon. They can also be dropped off on Wednesday, November 25th, from 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 pm. ALL STAR AWARD Well done to Lismore’s Maurice Shanahan who picked up a hurling All Star award last Friday night at the ceremony in the Convention Centre in Dublin.

LISMORE CAMOGIE Best of luck to the Lismore camogie team who take on Cahir in the Munster Intermediate final this Saturday in Mallow at 3.00 p.m.

Tourin MATCH RELEGATION PLAY-OFF Tourin’s fate will be decided on Saturday in Fraher Field at 1.30 pm when they will be in opposition to Ballinameela in a relegation playoff. While it has been hard keeping the lads motivated (and waiting) there is no doubt that they will go out and give it their best shot to remain in the Intermediate ranks. Best wishes to all the players, trainer, selectors and we hope that you as supporters will come out on the day and give them the encouragement to come through. ALL STARS ANNOUNCED Last Friday night saw the announcement of the 2015 All Stars. One of our own Shane Fives made the nominations but unfortunately did not receive an All Star - there will be other years Shane. Congrats to the three Waterford players who received All Stars, namely Maurice Shanahan (Lismore), Noel Connors (Passage) and the youngest of the trio Tadhg De Burca who also received the title of Young Hurler of the year. ALL STAR CAMOGIE AWARDS Congrat to the ladies of the Waterford Camogie panel on receiving their All Stars. Local girl, Lorraine Bray was one of the three and we hope you all had a great night in Dublin. GET WELL Best wishes to Carthage Bennett who has been feeling unwell recently. DEISE DEVELOPMENT Any persons with outstanding money owed for this draw should get things sorted with the coordinator immediately. EAMON WINS Congrats to Eamon Scanlan and his playing partner Natalie Brown (Kilmacthomas B.C.) on their great win in the Mary Pratt Badminton Tournament (held by the Lismore Badminton Club) last Sunday week. LISMORE CAMOGIE Best wishes to the Lismore Camogie team as they take on Cahir (Tipperary) in Mallow on this Saturday, 14th November at 3 pm

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €6,800 as on Sunday night last Jason Donovan was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 42 which wasn’t the Joker although he did win €50. Paul Breen and Stephen Enright won €25 each. SENIOR FOOTBALL On Friday night last we took on Stradbally in the County Final in Fraher Field where unfortunately we suffered a two point defeat. Whilst naturally all involved with the team were heartbroken at the full time whistle, the players and management team can be assured that all in the club are very proud not alone of the performance given by the team on the night, but of their performances throughout the year. The majority of the team line out in both codes for the club and continue to give wonderful commitment to the club, which we are most grateful for. Hopefully we will see them all back in action in 2016 challenging for honours yet again. Team: S. ENRIGHT, S. BRIGGS, S. O’HARE, B. LOOBY, R. FOLEY, D. COLLINS, E. BERGIN, J. HURNEY, C. PRUNTY, P. HURNEY, E. COLLINS, M. O’HALLORAN, S. O’DONOVAN, G. HURNEY, M. FERNCOMBE. Subs: M. FIVES, C. McCARTHY, M. MAHER.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our Junior Footballers lifted the spirits of the Club on Saturday afternoon last when they defeated a gallant Bonmahon side to claim the County title in Stradbally. Both teams are to be commended for serving up such a good game of football in such difficult underfoot conditions, a great credit must go to our players for the fine displays of football they gave all year. This was our first year back in this Championship after taking a break from it for a number of years and the management team of Pat O’Brien and Pat Keane did fantastic work all year keeping the team going. After the game Conor O’Dwyer as team captain accepted the Cup from Sean Michael O’Regan. Team: D. ENRIGHT, R. CONWAY, C. O’DWYER, P. COLLINS, S. O’GORMAN, D. MORRISSEY, T. COLLINS, J. BERESFORD, I. KIELY, S. KEARNEY, D. SWEENEY, D. HICKEY, B. MULLIGAN, M. COLEMAN, R. PROCTOR. Subs: N. BURKE, T. HANRAHAN, C. BRENNAN, P. BERGIN, C. O’CONNELL.

CLUB BINGO This Sunday we are holding a Monster Bingo in the Park Hotel at 3 pm with over €3,000 in prize money. We would appeal to as many club members and supporters as possible to come along. JUVENILE SECTION AGM: Just a reminder to all that the juvenile AGM takes place on Thursday night, 19th November at the clubhouse at 8 p.m. All parents are invited to come along on the night. Under 15 Hurling: On Sunday morning next, our under 15 hurling team take on St. Olivers in the Western under 15 final at Fraher Field,

Dungarvan. At the time of going to print the time of this game has not yet been confirmed. Everyone in the club would like to wish this team well and hopefully there will be a large turnout on the day to cheer on the lads. Table Quiz: On Friday night, 20th November the juvenile section of the club are running a Table Quiz in Minnies at 8 p.m. This is a fundraising quiz and any money made on the night will go towards the cost of hosting two visiting Australian Rules teams in December. This should be a great night’s entertainment. CAMOIGE U-13 Camogie County final: On Saturday, 18th October the U-13 Camogie girls made history by becoming the first Camogie team in Abbeyside to win a County title. The Abbeyside Camogie club was founded 5 years ago and Saturday’s victory was the result of the time and effort put in by the girls. The girls started well with an early goal which helped to calm the nerves; throughout the game the girls worked extremely hard displaying a high skill level. There were scenes of jubilation at the final whistle when the scoreboard showed that Abbeyside had won their first County title in Camogie. The girls then went to the Park Hotel to celebrate the victory. Thanks to the county board for giving the girls the opportunity to play in the Fraher field. The club would like to thank the girls for the efforts they put in to training over the last 5 years and to all of the parents who helped out throughout the year. We would also like to congratulate the Abbeyside U-13 footballers on their recent victory over St. Pats in the County final.

Stradbally SENIOR FOOTBALL We are the County Senior Football Champions for 2015 after beating Ballinacourty in the final last Friday evening by 0-8 to 0-6 in what was a hard earned victory. Our team gave every bit of energy that they had in what was a close contest throughout the sixty minutes. Stradbally led by four points to two at the halfway stage, and at this stage you could see that they were not going to lose three county finals in a row. Paco, whatever he said to them at the interval got them playing better football and they absorbed anything that Ballinacourty came up with, to hold on to the two point lead that they had at halftime. Michael (Brick) Walsh received the Conway Cup from County Board Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan amidst great excitement and celebrations by their loyal supporters. But the players couldn't celebrate because of the ridiculous and scandalous behaviour of the Waterford County Board officials, who came up with the idea of playing the Munster Championship game against Nemo Rangers less than 24 hours after the county final. Imagine if this happened with the hurling championship, we would have had a revolution in the county. It just goes to show what they think of football in the County. Where does the players welfare come in here, we had to play four hard fought games in ten days in heavy conditions, while all the summer we had no games. This situation has to be looked into seriously before the start of 2016. IN THE BACKGROUND Winning the Conway Cup is not just down to the players, in the background there is a lot of people that we must thank for bringing the cup back to Stradbally. Team manager Paco Curran who brought this team on from strength to strength. His selectors Paul Mullanney, Liam O’Brien, and Niall Cusack who made vital switches throughout the year. Eamon Clancy who was always on hand in looking after First Aid. Noel Costelloe for keeping the field in tip top shape in good weather and bad weather, he was helped by Ger Connors and Maurice Lannon, and Ollie Keown for keeping the jerseys in top shape. A huge thanks to the three ladies who looked after the food all through the year Cess, Breda, and Helen. A special thanks to the parents who collected players from college and brought them to training and matches. A huge thanks to our main sponsor The Cove Bar and Richard Hickey, and all our other sponsors too numerous to mention. The underage mentors and trainers who looked after the kids, but most of all we must thank our supporters who without them our club would not exist, they always put their hands in their pockets when vital funds were needed, and turned out in the red and white colors on match days, and put out their flags and banners around the parish. A special thanks to the panel of players who turned up for training every night, unfortunately every player didn't get on the team but you still kept coming. Thanks to everybody else involved in the running of this great club. MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIP We didn't win the game against Nemo Rangers but we won lots of admiration for lining out less than 24 hours after winning the County Final, it just goes to show how our footballers are treated. A great tribute is deserved to the panel of players along with the selectors, team trainer, management and supporters, and anyone who has been involved for the support that was given last Saturday night and all throughout the year. The game as we knew would have been a hard

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015 battle to win, but the boys in Red and White fought to the end which shows the drive and enthusiasm that is in the men of Stradbally. This is only sure to make a stronger side for the future. The people of Stradbally couldn't have asked for more from the team. We won the game that mattered on Friday night. SYMPATHY Everyone in Stradbally GAA extend sympathy to the O’Brien family, Rathnaskillogue on the death of Mai which occurred recently. May she rest in peace. 50 / 50 DRAW. The club will shortly be running a 50 / 50 draw for field development. BAG PACKERS The club has organised Garvey's Supervalu for the 12th, 13th and 14th November for bag packing and many thanks to Nicola for organising it. If anybody is helping out in a 2 hour slot please text Paul Heffernan. Starting at 10 am on Thursday and Friday and 9 am on Saturday. LADIES NOTES Club Presentation Night: Our Ladies presentation night will go ahead on Friday, 20th November at 7.30. Medals for all age groups will be presented on the night. AGM: Our AGM is being held on Sunday, 29th at 12 mid-day in the club house. Minor County Final: Our minor team qualified for the Minor A final against Comeragh Rangers by beating Dungarvan on Wednesday night last. Final was postponed from last Sunday and is due to be re fixed for the coming week!!

Sean Phobal Phobal AGM The Annual General Meeting is scheduled to take place on this Saturday, November 14th at 7.30 pm in the club meeting room at Páirc Colmáin. All members and intending members are asked to attend this event which in effect is the starting point for 2016. This is the meeting which gives you a chance to voice your opinion. ALL-STARS It was nice to see two young men who supported our parish in different ways earlier in the year pick up All-Star awards last week. Maurice Shanahan attended a parish fundraising event and Tadhg De Búrca presented medals to our school players. Well done also to Noel Connors. Na Déisigh abú!

Dungarvan UNDER 21 HURLING Dungarvan 3-14; Cois Bhride 1-7. Our under 21 hurlers advanced to the Western Semi-Final after a good second half display against Cois Bhride in Lismore last Saturday afternoon. We led by 1-7 to 0-6 at half time and further goals by Patrick Curran and Ryan Donnelly helped to secure the win. We play Abbeyside in the Fraher Field this Friday evening at 8pm in the next round. Dungarvan: Craig Barry; John Havens, Kevin Daly, Darragh Fitzgerald; John Curran, Darragh Lyons, Gavin Power; Michael Kiely, Eamonn Crotty; Ryan Donnolly 1-3, Kieran Power 0-3, Glen Power 0-1; Jack Lacey, Patrick Curran 2-4 (1f), Cathal Curran 0-3 (1f, 1’65’). Subs: Mark Power for Glen Power, Rian Crotty for Kevin Daly.

UNDER AGE INDOOR TRAINING Training for the little people aged 5, 6 and 7 is back in the Sports Centre every Friday from 5-6 pm. €2 per child. New faces always welcome! AGM Our AGM which will be held in the clubhouse on Friday, November 20th with a 7.30 pm start. CORNER OF REMEMBERANCE Families who are and who were involved in the club over the years are invited to include a photograph of a loved one who has passed away in our Corner of Rememberance upstairs in the clubhouse. ALL STARS Congratulations to Noel Connors, Tadgh de Burca and Maurice Shanahan who were selected on the All Star Team last week. Tadhg was also named young hurler of the year and within a matter of hours, he was playing under 21 hurling with his club, an example to all players. HOULI’S HERO IS A WINNER The local greyhound syndicate’s Houli’s Hero stayed off the meat counter for another while on foot of his first career win in Kilkenny last Friday night. Houli won the 300 metres in a time of 16.80 seconds, snatching victory on the line in superb style. LOTTO IS UP TO €10,800 This week's numbers are 10, 17, 26 and 27. This was the second week in a row that the numbers 10 and 27 were drawn. Could this be an omen? There was no winner. Next week's jackpot is €10,800. The winner of the €100 is Elaine Power. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the Lotto. Remember, you can do the lotto on your phone now. Lotto tickets can be purchased in the Country Store, Hallahan’s Chemist, Quealy’s Bar, John Walsh Spar, Paddy Foleys Bar and Johnny Lynch Fruit and Veg. SYMPATHY The club extends its sincere sympathy to the Burke family, An Rinn and the Donnelly families, Dungarvan on the recent death of Kay Burke.

Sympathy is also extended to Mrs McGarry, Main St., Dungarvan and her family on the death last weekend of her sister Mrs. Bridget Freyne, Youghal Road.

Affane/Cappoquin MASS LANE CUP The Mass Lane Cup Final between the Matt Meaney/Gavin Fives led team A will take on the Cian Murphy/Evan Murray led team B which was cancelled last Sunday due to the atrocious weather conditions will go ahead on this Sunday, November 15th. Throw-in at 11 am. Team A: Matt Meaney (Jt Capt), Gavin Fives (Jt Capt), PJ Kiely, Tadgh Kelleher, Danny Costin, Cian Nolan, Conor Rooney, Oisin Power, Conor Wilkinson, Alex O’Sullivan, Eoin Rooney. Team B: Cian Murphy (Jt Capt), Evan Murray (Jt Capt), Aidan Mansfield, DJ Reddy, Niall Collender, Ronan Mansfield, Mark Ormond, Tom Coffey, Conor Ormonde, Tim Cliffe, Sean Begley.

CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE JUVENILE GAA ANNUAL RAFFLE THIS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14th It’s that time of year again, as the Cappoquin/Affane Juvenile GAA Annual Raffle is upon us. The draw will take place on Saturday, November 14th. Some fantastic prizes will be up for grabs. Tickets will be the usual price of €2 each or 3 for €5. We would appreciate your support again this year. Can all outstanding tickets be returned to Jimmy Collender, Mary Murray or Eamonn Cliffe. CLUB LOTTO This week’s draw took place on Monday, November 9th for the jackpot prize of €10,100 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 2, 13, 20, 27. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Danny/Nora Flynn, The Central Bar; John Cunningham, Green St.; Kieran Veale, Cluthinna; Maria Browne, Danesfield and Mary O’Rourke Snr, Cooldelane. U-21 WEST A HURLING C'SHIP Q-F Cappoquin 4-12; Clasmore/Kinsalebeg 1-12. Cappoquin took on Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in Abbeyside last Saturday. The Cappoquin lads put in a fine overall team performance and went in leading by by six points at half-time leading 3-08 to 1-08 and extented it to nine when referee Michael O’Brien blew the final whistle. Panel: James Crowley, Colin Murray, Dave O’Brien, Keith Farrell, Shane Dunne, Shane Murray, Craig Dunne, David O’Brien, Moss Noonan, Andy Molumby, Eoin Leahy, Aaron O’Sullivan, Nathan O’Mahoney, Tommy McCarthy, Killian O’Sullivan, Jack Mangan. Sub used: Simon Power rest of panel Niall Fives, Sean Meaney, Joe Fitzgerald, Diarmaid Mc Graith, Sean Cullinane, Mickey Bray, Gavan McCarthy, Evan Mason, Eoghan Murray, Shane McCarthy, Jack Fraher, Gavin Deevey, Donnacha McGrath.

THREE TO ANSWER 1, Who scored 2-11 for Midleton against Mt. Sion in the 1994 Munster Club hurling championship? 2, Who did De La Salle defeat in the final to win the Munster club hurling c'ship in 2008? 3, Who won an All senior hurling medal for Kilkenny against Waterford in 1959 and went in as a sub for Waterford in the 1963 final against the Cats? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Ballyboden St. Enda's won this year’s Dublin’s senior football championship. 2, Daragh O’Connell, the former Kerry hurler won a Dublin senior hurling championship with Cuala this year. 3, Clonakill are the Westmeath senior hurling champions for 2015. CAPPOQUIN CAMOGIE AGM Cappoquin Camogie Club will hold its AGM soon, date TBC. Please keep an eye out in local papers and social media for updates. All are welcome as we are hoping to get more players and members involved in both juvenile and adult levels of the club. SOARING STAR AWARD Massive congratulations to our own Lorraine Bray who was awarded an Intermediate Soaring Star Award at the Camogie Awards last Saturday in Dublin. This is only the start for Lorraine as she also has many county and club awards with Cappoquin. Well done Lorraine from all of us at Cappoquin Camogie Club.

Lorraine Bray

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO - SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 18, 24, 25, 27. No winner. Consolation prizes: Ann Cremin, Lisa Hennessy, Mary Feeney, William Kenneally. Promoter: Kearney’s. Next draw: November 16th, Corner House. Jackpot €9,000. THANK YOU The club wishes to sincerely thank Tallow Fire Brigade, along with all those from the various organisations, for erecting the flags, bunting, etc., for the county final. It was a tremendous community effort and thanks again to all involved!! U21 HURLING A Cois Bhride 1-7; Dungarvan 3-14. Cois Bhride suffered a comprehensive defeat at the hands of Dungarvan in the quarter-final of the u21 (A) Hurling Championship played in Lismore last Saturday. In fact, you would have to question the grading system that conjured up this pairing as apart from a brief spell midway through the first half when they struck 4 points in succession a young Cois Bhride side were out of their depth against a very strong Dungarvan outfit for much of the game. Although only 4 points clear at the break, Dungarvan took a stranglehold hold of the game in the second half and any hopes Cois Bhride had of pulling off a surprise faded long before the final whistle. Best of luck to Dungarvan. CB: M. Tobin, Wm. Hogan, J. Beecher, P. Aherne, R. Beecher, J. Henley, J. Tobin, J. P. Lucy, A. Crawford, C. Roche, N. Condon, R. Grey, E. Hynes, K. O’Farrell, D. Mangan, P. Roche, A. Buckley, R. O’Sullivan, A. Curley.

WELL DONE Congratulations to Ballygunner on their victory over Glen Rovers in the club championship on Sunday last. They now advance to the Munster final stages against the winners of Thurles and Na Piarsaigh and we wish them all the best. ALL STARS Congratulations to our Waterford lads who picked up three well deserved All Stars in Dublin last weekend. Well done Maurice, Noel and Tadhg on your fantastic achievement!! AGM CLG Tulach an Iarainn will hold its AGM on Friday, 4th December, at 8.00 p.m. Please make an effort to attend. Fáilte roimh cách. LOTTO RESULTS Numbers drawn were 7, 24, 25 & 28. No winner. Consolations: Joe Geary, Josh Geary, Gretta Power and James O’Keeffe. Promoter: Chuck.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg FANTASTIC ACHIEVEMENT! What a fantastic week it was for our very own Tadhg Bourke and his family as he won a coveted All-Star Hurler award in the centre-back position at the awards ceremony in Dublin on Friday night which is high praise indeed for a lad who only broke into the Waterford Senior Team last year but his star has surely risen quickly in the space of those two years. And the accolades did not stop there with Tadhg also being named as the Young Hurler of the year which is a unique and outstanding achievement and indeed a first for a Waterford player. As a small rural club we could not be more proud or your success Tadhg and are sure that there is much more to come from you in the future and indeed we all look forward to seeing you lining out again in the white and blue next year. The club is delighted to announce that we will be holding a celebration night for Tadhg at The Decies Bar on Saturday, November 21st so mark this in your diary as we want to see you all coming along on the night to get behind our man! See you all on the night! CLUB SHOP Our GAA Club Shop will be open on this Friday night between 7 and 8 p.m. at the Clubhouse for all your pre-Christmas gift needs! We are expecting to have some new club training tops and jersies in stock shortly, so anyone who wants to bag some of this gear you can come along and put down a deposit to secure your item if you wish as stocks will disappear quickly once they are in. We will also have some items on sale on the night and please be aware that our Christmas Club is now also open for anyone interested. WESTERN U-21 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-21 hurlers made their annual bow as the club's curtain droppers after a long and hard season for all of our teams when they took on Cloch Na Cuinne in the Western 'A' championship at Abbeyside on Saturday last but unfortunately after a valiant effort from our lads this opposition went on to score four goals on their way to a 4-12 to 1-12 victory. So hard luck to our lads and their mentors. This was our last adult team in championship this year so we want to take this opportunity to thank each and everyone of our adult club players for their efforts throughout the year and a special word of thanks to all of those mentors and volunteers who helped out with those teams. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES Congratulations Tadhg: Huge congratula-

tions to Tadhg Bourke on winning Young Hurler of the Year and an All-Star award at the GAA/GPA All-Stars ceremony last Friday night. Tadhg was a fantastic player on our juvenile teams when he was growing up and it was really brilliant to see him demonstrate his skill and natural talent with his county during the summer. Tadhg is also very supportive of the juvenile club and gives his time up regularly to speak to our brilliant juvenile players and to give them advice and help. From everyone in the juvenile club, well done to Tadhg and to all his family! Congratulations also to Maurice Shanahan and Noel Connors on their All-Star awards also. U-8 Indoor Football and Hurling: With the weather getting a bit damp and dreary the launch of our indoor football and hurling can't come soon enough and finally it's here! After a brilliant year of coaching above at the pitch the training and fun moves indoors to the G.A.A. Hall in the Youghal G.A.A. grounds on the top of the hill. Here, all boys and girls from 5 yrs to 8 yrs will get great coaching every Friday from 7 pm until 8 pm starting with FOOTBALL this Friday 13th and then hurling Friday 20th. Don't forget gumshields and runners! Anyone looking for more information please contact Ger Ryan on 087 9346030 or Barry Dunne on 0876953648. We've been getting around 30 every night the last few months which is amazing, let's keep the numbers up. Foundation Course: A Foundation Coaching course will hopefully be ran very soon in the Club so any of you thinking of doing a course please keep an eye on these notes for further information with regards to venue and times.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €5,300 held in Micilin’s Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 08/11/15. Numbers were 15,18, 20, 26. €30 to the following people: Peggy Walsh, Leamybrien; James Power, C/O Anthony Mulhearne. €30 seller’s prize Brian Lennon, Leamybrien. Next Clotto held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien 15/11/15 for a jackpot of €5,400. On duty on the night Sean Lennon and Robbie Whelan. MONSTER BINGO Our next Monster Bingo will take place on Friday, 27th November in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien. DEISE DRAW The next Déise Draw will take place in 2016. JUVENILE NOTES U-15 Hurling West Division 3 Knock-out: Our u-15 hurlers are in action on Sunday Morning 15th November at 11am in The Fraher Field against Ballyduff Upper Please come along and show your support KILROSSANTY BRICKEYS LADIES FOOTBALL AGM on Sunday, 15/11 at 17:00 in meeting room in Bushy Park. Please come along and help shape our plans for 2016.

Lismore (KINDLY SPONSORED BY EAMONN'S PLACE) MAURICE SHANAHAN SELECTED ON ALL-STAR HURLING TEAM 2015 Our own Maurice Shanahan was selected on the all-star hurling team for 2015. This was really the icing on the cake on what has already been an outstanding year on the playing fields at both club and county level for this most unasuming young man both on and off the field. It is also a very special piece of history for Maurice as he follows in the footsteps of his famous and illustrious brother Dan who received three awards and Hurler Of The Year in 2007. This award also puts Maurice and Dan in that selective and unique group of brothers to have those awards. Last Friday night was also a very proud occasion for everyone involved with Lismore GAA and the entire parish especially his parents Brian and Mary who left no stone unturned over the years driving Maurice where needed to improve his game. While his mother Mary makes sure he is always well turned out with his gear spotlessly clean. With his sisters Pauline and Sharon and brother James lending their support at all times. So Maurice congrats once again and enjoy the occasion and the best of luck going forward. Also congratulations to Noel Connors and Tadgh De Burca on also getting All-Stars on the night. ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DANCE / FUNDRAISER That time of year again. Our Annual Dance date for your diary St. Stephen's night, December 26th at Lismore House Hotel. Music on the night by Drops Of Green. BEST OF LUCK Wishing the best of luck to the Lismore Camogie girls in their quest for Munster Club Final glory on this Saturday, November 14th. SYMPATHY Lismore GAA Club offers its sympathy to Gerry McGarry and family on the death of his brother John during the past week. LISMORE GAA CLUB LOTTO Lismore Club Lotto draw was held on Monday evening last in the Community Centre At 7.30

Naomh Chartaigh U-10s who took part in a blitz organised by Fermoy GAA on Saturday morning October 31st.

p.m. Numbers drawn on the night for jackpot of €19,900 were as follows: 4, 6, 17, 22. No winner. Consolation prizes went to Mary Foley, Peter Barry, Pat Cronin, and Michael walsh. Next week's jackpot will be €20,000. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. CLUB SHOP Contact for Club Shop for those Christmas Orders is Bernie on 087 7563402. GYM MEMBERSHIP Contact number Will Cunningham 086 0719635.

Melleray/Glen Rovers Melleray Glen Rovers LOTTO There was no winner on the night and the numbers drawn were 1, 12, 20 and 23 . The 3 x €10 Consolation prizes went to John, Adam and Rian O'Dwyer, Tom Duggan and Sean Murphy. Next week’s Jackpot is €1,200 and the draw will take place next Sunday night, 15th November, at the Cats Bar at 9.00 p.m. Many thanks for your continued support with our GAA Club Lotto. MR. AND MRS. CLAUS AND LITTLE ELVES THEMED WALK ON THE 20th DECEMBER, 2015 We at Melleray Glen Rovers GAA Club are very happy to announce that we will be holding a Mr. and Mrs. Claus and little Elves themed fundraising walk on Sunday, 20th December, 2015, from The Cats Bar, Melleray, to Saint Carthage’s Rest Home, Lismore. In keeping with the joy of Christmas and the sharing and caring associated with it, we will be splitting all proceeds made with Saint Carthage’s Rest Home, Lismore. This walk will be open to all ages and hopefully we will be joined by plenty of little elves along the route. All adult men will dress up as Santa, adult women will dress as Mrs. Claus and kids will dress as Elves. To top off the day we will congregate in Melleray that night and hopefully get to sing the night away with Christmas Carols as promised from last year. So don’t be disappointed and order your outfit in time so as you can join us in this festive fun walk. More details to follow in the coming weeks. Visit our Melleray/Glen Rovers GAA Club Facebook Page to see some links available for Christmas Costumes for the above event. AGM Upcoming AGM will take place on the 28th December, 2015, at St. Mary's Hall, Melleray, at 8.00 p.m. All nominations and motions to be forwarded to Sharon Power on or before the 7th December.

SliabhgCua/St. gCua/St. Mary's Marys Sliabh A.G.M. The Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s GAA club AGM has been fixed for Friday, 27th November in Kirwan Park. We would appeal for a strong turnout as we look forward to build on this year’s success in 2016. All positions will be up for grabs, with our outgoing secretary J. P. Fitzpatrick’s five year term concluding. We would love to see new committee members come on board. SPORTS PREDICTION Huge congratulations are expressed to Pat Walsh (small), Nire and Dungarvan on being victorious in our Sports Prediction. Our 2016 quiz will be launched in December when Pat and the rest of the winners will be presented with their winnings. Well done all.

BOOST YOUR FITNESS WITH TREVOR CONNOLLY Should anyone be interested in taking part in the "Keep Fit" sessions in Touraneena Community centre, please contact Trevor Connolly on 087 3185833 or simply show up on the night. Classes are at 7 pm each Tuesday and Thursday. Classes will be hosted by qualified fitness instructor Trevor Connolly, open to male and female and all fitness levels will be catered for, from beginner to advanced. €50 for 6 weeks. €10 per class (should you not be able to come every week or would like to try it out). All Welcome. NEWS/NOTES If anybody would like to include items in the Sliabh gCua/St Mary's GAA notes, feel free to tel/txt 087 9634993 or e-mail sliabhgcuapro@hotmail.com. All items must be received before Sunday evening for next week’s print. TOURANEENA RUNNERS WINTER LEAGUE Week 2 of our winter league was a held last Monday evening where we had 41 participants, which was phenomenal considering the adverse weather conditions. You can join in at any stage, simply come along to Kirwan Park any Monday evening for a 7 p.m. start. The event is open to both runners and walkers and is worked on a handicap system, ensuring a fair chance to everyone, no matter what pace you are. €2 per night. Please note – should you not want to compete in the league basis, you are still more than welcome to come along and enjoy the run/walk. No runner/walker will be allowed participate without a hi-vis vest. ALL STARS Congratulations to the 3 Deise lads who earned themselves an All Star award, namely Maurice Shanahan, Tadgh De Burca and Noel Connors. The trio were phenomenal throughout the year, richly deserving their award after being crowned national league champions, Munster final runners up and All-Ireland semi-finalists. Well done lads and also to those who were nominated for the prestigious honour. NATIONAL GAA DRAW Sliabh gCua/ St. Mary's GAA club are now promoting the nationwide draw. All proceeds go to our club. Superb prizes on offer. Tickets €10 each. Following the success of last year’s GAA National Club Draw, the GAA are happy to announce that it will become an annual event. All funds raised are solely for the club. Contact any committee member (J. P. 086 1909980/Mush 087 9634993) for your tickets.

Modeligo 2015 WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL FINAL MODELIGO 3-14; COLLIGAN EMMETT'S 2-10. Saturday, November 7th in Fraher Field at 3:30 p.m. (Reitoir; T.Ó'Suillebhain) Following on from the disappointment of the Intermediate Hurling Final, spirits were lifted around the parish again on Saturday last as the lads captured the Western Junior Football title for the first time since 2007, with a 7 point win against Colligan Emmetts. A quick start from Colligan saw them open their account with the opening two points of the game, but when Pa O'Donovan burst forward from midfield on the 10 minute mark to drive home the game’s first goal, Modeligo hit the front and led from there to the final whistle. Further green flags from Jamie Troy and a

lovely finish from Cian O'Byrne, either side of a Colligan goal, saw Modeligo lead by 9 points going into the final 12 minutes but credit to Colligan, they made a real battle out of this final period, scoring their second and the games fifth goal, making the Modeligo lads work all the way right to the end of time added on. A Rian Reddy point was to be the final score of the game and sealed the win for Modeligo on a scoreline of 3-14 to 2-10, to see the club claim a sixth ever Junior Football title. This game, although originally planned for Saturday night under lights in Fraher Field, was moved to the earlier time of 3:30 pm due to the Munster Senior Club football fixture and with the weather conditions of late and with this venue still getting plenty of use, great credit is due to both teams for the quality of football played in such conditions. Following the game, Western Board Chairman Eddie Cunningham presented the Doocey Cup to Modeligo captain, Pat Fitzgerald to the delight of all the Modeligo supporters present. COUNTY JUNIOR FOOTBALL FINAL Once again, we hope to see plenty of the Green and White colours out on Saturday evening next as we face Roanmore in the County Junior Football Final under lights in Fraher Field. Like ourselves, Roanmore only captured their divisional title last weekend, as they were crowned Eastern Champions on Friday night last by beating Ferrybank on a score of 3-5 to 0-5 at the WIT Sports Campus in Carraiganore. They will travel to the Dungarvan venue hopeful of climbing to the Intermediate ranks for 2016. Throw-in is timed for 7 pm on Saturday evening so please make the short trip in the road to Fraher Field and give the lads the same brilliant support which they received throughout their hurling campaign. MODELIGO JERSEYS Following some recent enquiries, replicas of the new Modeligo GAA Club jersey are now on sale. To place your orders, please contact Tyler by text on 087-1348082 or email gerwyley@eircom.net Closing date for all orders is Friday next, November 13th. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ORDERS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE RELEVANT FEE. Jerseys are priced as follows; *Ages (5-6); (7-8); (9-10) and (10-11) are priced at €25 each. *Age (13-14); €32 each *Adults sizes are €35 each "THE LOCAL BAR" COUNTY GAA AWARDS There was brilliant news coming from Monday night's launch of "The Local Bar" 2015 Waterford GAA Awards as Modeligo GAA Club has been shortlisted amongst the four nominees for Club of the Year. The others nominated are Ballygunner, Ballinacourty and Stradbally GAA Clubs. Mighty recognition for our club to be nominated amongst the county's Senior hurling and football strongholds! CONGRATULATIONS Well done to Mary Kate Curran, Modeligo, who was awarded the Waterford Ladies Football Under 14 Player of the Year Award on Friday night last. Mary Kate also received her All Ireland medals won with the County this year, along with Abbie Dalton and Mary Kate Morrissey all of whom play their club football locally with Na Déise. Well done and congratulations to you all. ON THE WHISTLE Congratulations to club player Thomas "Tyler" Walsh, on his selection to take charge of the Intermediate Hurling Club semi-final on Sunday last in Kilmallock between Bruree of Limerick and Wolfe Tones from Co. Clare.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Brickey Rangers Brickey Rangers LOTTO This week’s lotto draw took place in the Enterprise Bar with a jackpot of €2,800. There was no winner on the night. The numbers drawn were 13, 26, 28 & 30. The €25 winners were Roger McLoughlin, Mary Morrissey, Tim Foley and Austin Flynn. The next draw will take place in the Tudor House with a jackpot of €2,950. Thank you to all who helped with the collection for the Christmas draw in the shopping centre over the weekend. UNDER 21 HURLING Best of luck to our under 21 hurlers in the Western B Final vs Fourmilewater on Saturday at 3 pm in Fraher Field. JUVENILE NOTES Under 8: Training for the under 8's continues each Saturday at the new time for the winter season from 11 am until 12 noon. Both hurling and football are played so if you want to join us come along for a bit of fun and learn the skills meet new friends. Brink a drink, a gumsheild, shinguards, hurley and helmet and the fun is free. Any parent who wishes to help can do so, just let one of the coaches know, experience not necessary but the experience that you get from working with the kids is invaluable. Under 15 championship: We play Ring on Sunday next in the Western final of the under 15 hurling championship. Clothing: We have clothing for sale which will make a good Christmas present for any players. Socks, shorts and jerseys avaiailable.contact Joanie on 087 2310220 re sizes etc. Scrap: A scrap collection is being organised by the juvenile club so we are appealing to all to have a root around your garage for any scrap and we can even arrange collection if you contact any of the juvenile committee Flag day: The main fundraiser for the juvenile club took place last weekend, unfortunately the weather was unkind on Sunday so we had to cut our loses and not collect at any of the masses. We would like to thank very sincerely those who collected and those who contributed so generously to the collection. SYMPATHY An air gloom was cast over the club last week when the passing of Eugene Collins filtered through the Valley. Eugene was a life long member of the club who performed at both codes from under age right through to the victorious Intermediate Football Champions in 1986. Eugene was an active member of the Brickey Scor team and participated for many years as part of the Set dancing group. We express our sincere sympathy to his partner Tricia, mother Kitty, brothers John, Michael and Paul, sisters-inlaw, his nephews, uncle Joe, aunt-in-law Agnes and his many first cousins. May he rest in peace. LADIES FOOTBALL The AGM of the Kilrossanty Brickeys Ladies Football Club will be held on Sunday, November 15th at 5 pm in Bushy Park. This is the first AGM to be held of the newly merged clubs and we would urge all players and parents to attend. This is an opportunity to hear what’s been happening in the club over the season and to plan and have input into what happens for the coming season. No jobs will be given to anyone who doesn’t want one, however, even if you can’t make the meeting but are interested in helping out in any way please let us know. We particularly need a few extra on board to assist with the underage coaching. Without parents and others volunteering the club simply won’t be able to continue.

Fourmilewater COUNTY CAMOIGE CHAMPIONS 1964 Ballymacarbry Camoige team won the County Camoige title back in 1964. This Friday, 13th November at 8:30 p.m., Fourmilewater GAA club will honour the team. We are making a presentation to the team. We would hope that everyone will attend and all club members are asked to support the night. Food will be served on the night. Please try and come and support the night. Team: Nuala Ryan, Maureen Ryan, Mai Kennedy, Carmel Culkin, Eileen Ryan (RIP), Mary Ryan, Kathleen Hannigan, Ambrose Moore, Maura Melody, Brid Cashin, Breda Power, Ellen Phelan (RIP). Subs: Eileen Walsh (RIP), Ann McCarthy, Bridget Wall, Ann Mangan, Ester Grant and Rita Culkin. Management: Johnny Coffey, Jim Phelan, Billy Kennedy (RIP), Jimmy Ryan (RIP).

The County Final was played in Kilmacthomas on July 30th against Eire Og of Waterford City. Final Score: Ballymac 3-4; Eire Og 2-5. MIZEN TO MALIN HEAD CHARITY CYCLE This Saturday, 14th November at 9 pm in Doocey Bar a presentation will be made to Waterford Hospice and Fourmilewater GAA clubs from the money raised by the cyclists who took part in the Malin to Mizen cycle last September. There will be music on the night and we would ask everyone to come along. WESTERN U-21 FINAL Best of luck to our U-21's who take on Brickey Rangers in the Western Final on Saturday at 3 pm in The Fraher Field.

SPONSORSHIP If you are interested in becoming one of the club sponsors where through our club notes, social media we will guarantee your company or business maximum exposure, please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 086 8159136 or any committee member. WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT Weekly Lotto Draw took place in Doocey's Bar. No winner. Five by €30 winners: Mary Wall, Helen Guiry, Maureen O’Brien, Pat Power. Next week jackpot €1,200. 45 CARDS RESULTS WINNERS Walter Wall & Eileen Ryan; Mary Murphy & Mary Kearns. 1st divided lucky tables: Jim Phelan & Larry Ryan; Helen Ryan & Catherine Whelan. CLUB LOTTO The weekly lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Doocey’s Bar at 9.30. Tickets are always available and who knows, you may be a winner. As well as having a chance of winning the top prize you are also contributing funds to your club. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILE NOTES There were mixed fortunes for the Ballymacarbry NS lady week. The girls won the Western A final with victory over Lismore but the boys lost out to Garranbane in a keenly contested final Garda Vetting – Reminder to all coaches: Could all coaches whom have received confirmation of their Garda vetting application please return the letter received to Declan Spelman. The children and vulnerable persons act 2012 will pass all stages by November 2015, this act makes Garda vetting MANDATORY. Coaches will be liable under law if found not to be vetted. Clubs should ensure that all underage players are registered before playing, as there has been increasing numbers of injury claims from non registered players. The new code of behaviour in now in place and can be viewed on GAA and county websites. Replica Jerseys: Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616. Support: We are always very grateful for the support we receive from everyone in the community. We would love to see more people come along to our games and really get behind the team, the various teams and mentors put a lot of hard work into the teams and come match day, it would be great if more supporters came along to the games. That support could be and often is the difference between winning and losing. We would also like to ask parents to please respond to texts about your children's availability for matches. It's important for the coaches to know exactly who can or can't attend a match. Thank you again for your support and cooperation Reminder: We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc. Gum Shields: Just a reminder to all parents that Gum Shields are obligatory for Gaelic Football when playing or training for Gaelic Football. None of us want to prevent any child from participating in our teams but we cannot allow any child play hurling without a helmet or football without a Gum Shield. Training – U-12's: Our U-12 training continues every Tuesday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Millfield €1. U-10/ U-11 Training: Our U-10/11's training continues every Monday evening between 6 and 7 pm in Millfield. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursdays between 6 pm and 7 pm in the Millfield €1. U-6's/U-7's: Our U-6's/U-9's training continues every Monday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Millfield €1. Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your teammates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Coilligeán/ AnAn Coilligeán / Na h-Emmetigh WESTERN JFC (PREMIER) FINAL DESERVING WIN FOR MODELIGO Modeligo 3-14; Colligan Emmetts 2-10 For the second consecutive year, we came up short in the Divisional Junior (Premier) Football Championship Final in Fraher Field on Saturday afternoon last (November 7th) as our neighbours Modeligo recorded a deserved victory, in what turned out to be an exciting encounter with some good football on show. We registered the opening point as Colin Dunford fired over a fine score. Modeligo equalised quickly afterwards and it wasn’t too long before they had the ball in the net for the game’s opening goal, as well as the sucker punch of that goal, we had the face the remainder of the game a man down when we were reduced to fourteen men after 10 minutes.

It was always going to be an uphill battle after this, but the lads gave it everything and tried desperately to haul themselves back into contention. A couple of well taken frees by Johnny Wall kept the scoreboard ticking over from our point of view, and we weren’t in a bad position at half-time (trailing by 1-8 to 0-6). The opening couple of minutes of the second period were always going to be crucial, and this is where Modeligo reeled off some fine scores to stretch their lead even further, 1-11 to 0-6. Gavin Whelan opened our second half account and shortly afterwards, Johnny Wall was at the end of a fine move to finish to the net which made it 1-13 to 1-7. We were playing some good football at this stage, the next score was going to be important, and it was Modeligo who netted their second goal. The ball came back off the upright and was fisted into the net which knocked us back again, but credit to our lads who never dropped the heads and kept on fighting ‘til the final whistle. We were rewarded with our second goal, this time John Flynn doing the needful from close range. Modeligo scored their third goal late on, which proved to be the final nail in the coffin from our perspective as it ended 3-14 to 2-10. It was another disappointment, but one thing for sure, is that we didn’t leave ourselves down last Saturday. It would have been easy for the lads to drop the heads (especially after being reduced to 14), but we kept on battling away and showed great heart and determination right throughout, but particularly in the second half when the game was going away from us. Ultimately, we’re all disappointed but we gave it our best shot, and sometimes you have to acknowledge that we were beaten by a better team on the day, our congratulations to Modeligo, and here’s wishing them the very best of luck in next weekend’s County Final against Roanmore. Our team that lined out last Saturday was as follows: Dean McKenna, Ross Browne, John Nick Fennell, Alan Kinsella, Peter Moloney, PJ Coffey, Ray Bannon, John Morrissey, Darren Dunford (Captain), Mark Flynn, Johnny Wall, Gavin Whelan, John Flynn, Colin Dunford, Richie Kiely. Subs: Alan Walsh, Jason Dunford, Tom Kiely, Sean Browne, Simon Waters, Kieran Tobin. Thanks to all the players for their efforts and commitment throughout what’s been a long year, we started back in February and we’re now nearly into mid-November. We reached the Western Finals in both codes, unfortunately without success, but we’ll be back to give it another go next year. We also (even though it mightn’t compensate for the losses) did claim the Junior Football (Premier) league title this year, which is something to take from the season. I’d like to thank our management team for their huge effort and dedication during the year. Andy Hubbard came on board as team coach this year for both codes, and he his attitude and commitment all year has been fantastic, thanks to Andy for his efforts throughout the year. We’d also like to thanks the three selectors, who put in tremendous work and gave everything for the cause this year, Pat Dunford, Morrie Ferncombe, and Francis Tobin. Thanks as well to Eibhlin Drohan, Una Maher, and John David Casey for all their help with first aid during the year, no matter what match we played there was always one if not two of the lads there, so thanks very much. To those who helped with equipment, and water at matches and who were above the field at training most nights, thanks as well, two lads have to get a mention here, Evan McKenna and Jack Fraher! Finally a big thanks must go to all our supporters, for their help and support throughout the year, ye keep on coming back year on year no matter what, and that’s what a club and community is all about, your efforts are appreciated and we llok forward to having you on board again when we go at it in 2016. CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Quill’s Master McGrath Bar on Monday 02/11/2015. The Numbers drawn were 8, 18, 23 & 28. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Anthony Walsh, Marion Cliffe, Breda Mahony, Ciara & Niocla Coffey. Last Monday (09/11) night’s Jackpot was worth €8,800. Thanks for your continued support.

Kill Kill NATIONAL DRAW The club has circulated the GAA National Draw tickets to our committee members for sale to the public. Priced at €10 they make an ideal Christmas Stocking filler, with the added bonus that the club keeps the full amount. Some of the prizes includes an Opel Cora car, Trips with the All-stars, Travel Vouchers, Shopping Vouchers, All-Ireland Final Packages etc. The draw will take place on March 11th, 2016. So plenty of time to sell or buy a ticket. CLUB LOTTO The latest draw in the Club Lotto took place in Kirwan’s Bar last Monday night, 2nd Nov. We had no winner on the night but we had a record 5 Match 3’s with each receiving €25. The five were: Seamus Connolly, Kilmeaden, Lucy Gooney, Dunhill, Lorena Mooney, Dunabrattin, and Emma Gallagher, Castlecroddick came out twice. The

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

An Ghaeltacht CLG – Sraith Reatha 2015 - buaiteoir tomhas ama - Eveleen Uí Dhruacháin.

numbers drawn on this occasion were 3, 14, 20, 25. Next week’s draw is in Dunphy’s where the jackpot is worth a massive €10,000. MUNSTER CLUB HURLING All roads lead to Walsh Park this coming Saturday, 14th Nov., when Fenor’s hurlers take on Ennistymon from Clare in the semi-final of the Munster Junior Hurling championship. Its over 5 weeks since the boys made history in the County Final, as they have trained away in the interim with a couple of challenges thrown in for good measure. With their best foot forward its a game that can be won, as we wish all concerned the very best of luck. Throw in is at 2 p.m. ST. MARY'S AGM A date for your diary is Thursday week, 19th Nov., when our juvenile club have their AGM in our clubhouse at 7.30 p.m. We would ask that as many of our members would try and attend please.

St. St. Marys Mary’s ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The club’s AGM is fixed for Thursday evening, 19th Nov., in Kill GAA's Clubhouse at 7.30 p.m. We ask all our mentors and parents to attend as the club looks to make plans for 2016 for all our teams and players. New members are very much welcome. INDOOR HURLING IS BACK You know its winter when you see the indoor hurling back on the radar. Every Friday night in Kill Community Centre the club will host three sessions for the children in the locality. First up at 5 pm is the kids born in 2010 & 2011 (mainly junior and senior infants). Then at 5.50 we have the 2008 gang, while from 6.45-8.00 we have the 2007’s. We welcome beginners of all ages, all you have to do is turn up with a tracksuit, runners and helmet with €2 in your pocket. Indoor hurleys are provided, so no need to bring your own. Any queries contact John Sheehan (086-8043871), Mary Walsh (086-2934579), Dan Delaney (0863592088). WINTER GAELIC FOOTBALL Every Wednesday for the month of November and maybe December (weather permitting) we are running a 'fun and fitness’ football class for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th classes. Its open to boys and girls, with Kill being the venue, kicking off at 3.30 p.m. and finishing at 4.30 p.m. Hope to see you all! U-15 HURLING Passage was the venue for our third round game in the U-15 league last Saturday morning. Just 36 hours previously we had got our first win of the campaign when we just edged the Kilmac/Ballyduff combination under the lights in Kilmac by 2-10 to 1-9, so confidence was high as we travelled down to Passage. However, we were no match for the home side as they prevailed on a scoreline of 3-10 to 2-2 to make it two defeats from three now for us. U-21 HURLING Still no fixture for our U-21 replay versus Tramore, although its more than likely to take place on the weekending 22nd November.

An Gaeltacht AnGhaeltacht IOMÁINT FÉ 15 Tabharfaidh buachaillí na Gaeltachta aghaidh ar Ródaithe na Brice i gcluiche ceannais an iarthair ar an Domhnach seo chugainn i bPáirc Uí Fhearchair ag 10:15 am. Is é an comórtas seo an deis deireannach dúinn ar an bpáirc i 2015, mar sin bígí ann chun tacú linn. SRAITH REATHA & SIÚLÓIDE 5KM Tá seachtain 4 ar an tslí den Sraith Reatha & Siúlóide 2015 ar mhaithe leis An Ghaeltacht CLG i Heilbhic. Ba iontach mar thogra é seo i 2014

and cheannaíodh geansaithe fé 8 and fé 12 as an airgead a bhailíodh. I mbliana, tá súil againn geansaithe a fháil do na mionúir and na imreoirí fé 6. Mar is gnáth, tá siúl/rith 5km ann do dhaoine fásta, sraith 3km do dhaoine fé 16 and cúrsa níos gaire arís do pháistí i Heilbhic. Bualaimid lena chéile gach maidin Domhnaigh ag Sólás Na Mara and tosnaíonn an siúl/rith ag 9:30 am. Tá fáilte roimh gach éinne a bheith linn ar an mbealach álainn mórthimpeall ar Cheann a' Bhathala & Ceann Heilbhic. Beidh 'Tomhas do chuid ama' ar bun an tseachtain seo, le clog chun an t-am a chomhaireamh and ba thaitneamhach mar fiontar é seo i 2014, le duaiseanna dóibh siúd is gaire dá dtomhas féin. Is sár-dheis é teacht and a bheith sláintiúil and na radharcanna a thógaint isteach ar do aistear. Bí linn ar an Domhnach seo chugainn 15ú Samhain! LÁ CENTRA I bPÁIRC AN CHRÓCAIGH Buíochas mór le Garvey's Centra Coolagh as lá iontach a chur ar fáil dúinn i bPáirc an Chrócaigh. Bhí imireoirí idir 6 agus 12 ann a bhí ag lá na scileanna i bPáirc an Bhreathnaigh. Bhí an t-ádh linn gur bhuamar an deis a bheith mar cheann de 16 club ó ar fud na hÉireann chun freastal ar an lá speisialta seo. Buíochas ach go háirithe le Christine & Carol ó Garvey's a thaisteal linn don lá. Bhuail na páistí le cuid de laochra móra na hiomána sa cheannáras CLG. CRUINNIÚ CINN BHLIANA Tá cruinníu cinn bhliana na Gaeltachta le socrú don Aoine 20ú Samhain 2015. Coimeád súil ar Twitter don am & ionad. Gach eolas faoin club ar www.anghaeltacht.ie ar Twitter @anghaeltachtclg agus ar ríomhphost: runaibng.anghaeltacht.portlairge@gaa.ie

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Last week's winning lotto numbers were 5-2023-26, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Mick Goulding, Billy Cantillon, Pat O'Neill, Michael Tobin, Bernard Flynn. Next week's jackpot will be €10,650. U-21 HURLING: COIS BHRIDE 1-7; DUNGARVAN 3-14. Cois Bhride were knocked out of the A U-21 hurling championship at the first hurdle when they were well beaten by a very strong Dungarvan outfit in Lismore last Saturday. Preparation for this championship was somewhat hampered because of the minor hurling replay, but in truth Dungarvan were too strong all over the pitch. Tomas and Mike O'Neill were unable to play because of injury, but the final scoreline tells its own tale. Cois Bhride's Minors have a football final replay to come yet, date and time as yet not known. KNOCKANORE SCHOOL WIN SCHOOLS FINALS Many congratulations to Knockanore National School whose boys and girls teams won their respective finals last Saturday in the Dungarvan club grounds. Quite an achievement for a small school, and adds to their trophies already won this year. Well done to all the players, boys and girls, and also to the teachers and mentors involved. CLUB GEAR SHOP Seanie Murphy gave me a bell to say that a special shop will be set up in the K.G.K. Hall in Knockanore next Saturday and Sunday which will sell all kinds of Shamrocks club gear in all sizes. Just the job with Christmas around the corner. If gear is not available it can be ordered in time for the big day. Jersies, togs, tracksuits, jackets, tops and all kinds of gear can be had at very reasonable prices. Open from 5 pm to 8 pm on the Saturday, and 12 noon to 1 pm (after Mass) next Sunday, this was the brainchild of the bould Seanie, and what a great idea it is.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Stradbally FC LOTTO The club Lotto Draw takes place in The Bally Inn on Sunday night. Jackpot prize on offer will be €3,400. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5, and are available from local retail outlets and regular promoters. Be in to win. JUNIORS As with the other club games, our Junior sides clash with Tramore lost out to the elements. Training continues on Wednesdays at 7.30. SCHOOLBOYS No schoolboy games last weekend, due to the inclement weather. Training continues on Tuesdays 6.30 to 7.30. YOUTHS Our Youths game, like the rest of the league, fell foul of the weather last weekend. Training continues on Wednesdays at 7.30. NATIONAL DRAW The Irish Football National Draw took place last Sunday at the FAI Senior Cup Final in the Aviva Stadium. The list of prize winners can viewed on the FAI Website. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Our Youngest Players are hoping to have a game, or indeed a Blitz, on Saturday.

Check with KerryAnn or Michael or Aine for further information. ASTROTURF AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg for time slot availability at 087 2306841. CLUB KITS There are some club kits for children still available. Ideal birthday or Christmas presents. Contact Aine at 087 7618127. OZIER PARK LIGHTS Waterford Junior League Headquarters, Ozier Park, had their new floodlights officially 'Switched On' recently and are a fine addition to the facilities there. The first game under them was an exhibition game featuring a representative from all the league clubs. A cross section of football greats, staunch club men and representatives of all the Football Family were to be seen and the skill of many of them was still evident. Our club chairman / all rounder Tadhg flew the Stradbally flag on the night, thus fulfilling a lifetime ambition to play on the Ozier turf. Well done Tadhg. CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM The proceeds of the

Christmas Day Swim in Stradbally Cove, organised by Stradbally Soccer Club, this year are in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland (Waterford / Kilkenny branch). Sponsorship cards will be available locally in the coming weeks. TABLE QUIZ Stradbally Soccer Club, in conjunction with the Barron Hall, are holding a Table Quiz in The Cove Bar on Friday, November 27th at 9.30 p.m. Teams of 4 €20 and solo Quizzers are more than welcome to come along to meet new friends and team mates. Raffle also, and a great night assured. WELL DONE Well done to the Stradbally Gaelic Footballers on their great win in the County Final last weekend. Special mention to Kevin, Paddy and all the other Soccer Club members who were part of the marvellous occasion. FIXTURES Saturday: Waterford Junior League Division Two: Red Star v Stradbally 2 p.m. Sunday: Waterford Youths League: Stradbally v Ballyduff 2 p.m.

Waterford Schoolboys’ Football League Results & Fixtures RESULTS Under 12 SFAI Cup - Round 4 Clonmel Town 0; Ferrybank 2 Southend Utd 2; St Joseph's 0 Under 14 SFAI Cup - Round 4 Dungarvan United 0; Forth Celtic 0 AET (Forth Celtic won 3-0 on penalties) North End 4; Tramore 1 Under 16 SFAI Cup - Round 4 Tramore 2; North End 1 FIXTURES Saturday, November 14th Under 11 Leagues (Kick-off 10.30 a.m. unless otherwise stated) Red Southend Utd A v Ferrybank A (Southend / Ferrybank) Villa A v Tramore A (Villa / Tramore) Green De La Salle A v Johnville (De La Salle / Johnville) Park Rangers A v Portlaw Utd A (Park Rgrs / Portlaw) Piltown v St. Pauls (Piltown / St. Pauls) Blue Ballinroad v Kilmacthomas B (Ballinroad / Kilmacthomas) Ferrybank B v Carrick Utd B (Villa / Seaview) Villa B v Seaview Celtic (Ferrybank / Carrick) 12.00 noon. Orange Bohemians A v Railway Athletic (Bohemians / Railway) 12.15 pm De La Salle B v Villa C (De La Salle / Villa) 1.30 pm Tramore B v Southend Utd B (Tramore / Southend) Purple Bohemians B v Portlaw Utd B (Bohemians / Portlaw) Bolton v Kilmacow (Bolton / Kilmacow) De La Salle C v Tramore C (De La Salle / Tramore) 12.00 noon St. Saviours v Kilmacow (St. Saviours / Kilmacow)

Saturday, November 14th (Kick off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-13A Carrick Utd A v Park Rangers A (Piltown) Villa A v Johnville (Ferrybank) U-13B Carrick Utd B v Southend Utd B (Piltown) 10.30 am Kilmacthomas v Dungarvan Utd (Ballyduff) Mooncoin Celtic v Piltown A (Southend) W. Crystal v Bohemians A (Bolton) U-13C Ferrybank B v Tramore B (Portlaw) 12.15 pm Bohemians B v Villa B (St. Pauls) Park Rangers B v Ballinroad B (St. Saviours) Kilmacow v Railway Athletic (Mooncoin) Seaview Celtic v Portlaw Utd (Kilmacthomas) Saturday, November 14th Under 13 SFAI Cup - Round 4 (Kick off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Southend Utd v Burrin Celtic (Carrick Utd) 12.30 pm Deen Celtic v Tramore (Not Applicable) TBC Saturday, November 14th (Kick off 2.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-15A Dungarvan Utd v Ferrybank A (Ballinroad) Kilmacow v Carrick Utd A (Ferrybank) Southend Utd v Bohemians A (Villa) St. Pauls v Tramore A (Park Rangers) U-15B Johnville v Carrick Utd B (De La Salle) Park Rangers v Kilmacthomas (Kilmacow) Portlaw Utd v Piltown (Bohemians) U-15C Railway Athletic v De La Salle (Dungarvan) Tramore B v Ferrybank B (W. Crystal) Saturday November 14th Under 15 SFAI Round 4 (Kick off 2.00 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Villa v Borris St. Kevins (Tramore) 2.30 pm

Dungarvan United FC U-14A SFAI CUP 4th ROUND Dungarvan 0; Forth Celtic 0 (Forth celtic won 2-0 on penalties) On Saturday last our U14A side faced Forth Celtic of Wexford in the 4th round of the National Cup. While Dungarvan dominated the first half of the game creating alot of chances, nothing was paying off, likewise the opposition also had a few chances but could not finish. The second half of the game was full of action and drama. Both sides were even in possession. Dungarvan had two goals disallowed in the second half which knocked managers, players and supporters alike for six. However the lads had to try and pick themselves up and play extra-time. Extra-time was a long hauled period as both sides were on their last legs. Both goalkeepers were in great form in extra-time meaning the team getting into the last 32 draw would be decided on a penalty shoot out. Unfortunately, Dungarvan suffered a devastating defeat losing 2-0 on penalties and we feel that we should be in the last 32 draw. Having two goals disallowed was a real blow and unfair decision. Nonetheless, we have to get back on the saddle and back to action for our league game vs Piltown in two weeks. There is a league title waiting for these players and

Please note that all players wishing to play challenges must be registered and adhere to the deadline request as we need to advise the opposing clubs of numbers to match. All challenges are posted to our Facebook page Dungarvan United Academy and detailed in local press. We will have challenges games with St. Pauls and Youghal in the coming weeks, it’s great to see the young Blues out playing the beautiful game, keep up the good work lads.

Huge thanks to The Lady Belle who sponsored a match ball for our U-14 Cup game last Saturday. Included in photo Chris O'Donnell (manager), Jack Donnelly (captain) and Ger from the Lady Belle. they want it. It will take a great team to beat this bunch of amazing players. The lads will bounce back and its still all to play for. Thanks to the parents who supported and made sandwiches and buns and to Forth Celtic for travelling and we wish them well in the next round, Squad: Dylan Cliffe, Ben Kavanagh, Jack Donnelly (captain), Aaron Ryan, James Cowler, Nioclas Breathnach, Cameron MaGuire, Sam Uniacke, Jack O'Flionn, Michael Power, Artur Trziack, Kyle O'Donnell, Diego Rivas, Finn Robertson. FIXTURES Saturday, 14th November, 2015 U-13B away to

Kilmacthomas at 12.30 pm U15A - Home to Ferrybank at 2.30 pm - Main pitch. Premier - away to Ferrybank at 7 pm Sunday, 15th November, 2015 3rd - Home to Carrick at 11 am - Glass pitch. U-15G - Home to Clashmore at 2 pm - Main pitch. Academy & U-11 - Home to St. Pauls at 1 pm - Glass + Astro pitches. ACADEMY UPDATE Thank you to Ballyduff AFC for hosting our U-9/U8/U-7 teams last Saturday, fun games were had by all. Thanks to coaches Gary Collins and Mark Crotty for travelling and the parents who helped out on the day.

PLAYER SHOWCASE Well done to U-14 player Kacper Zajac who travelled to London last weekend with his father Tomasz and club coach Steve O'Donnell to represent Poland in a schoolboy friendly V QPR Schoolboys. A full on weekend saw Kapi put in a great performance on the pitch until he unfortunately suffered injury however his talent was clear to see. Well done Kapi and all involved.

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey Club

Dungarvan Ladies continue winning streak! Belvedere ………………..0; Dungarvan ……………….2. ON Sunday, 8th November Dungarvan ladies played their forth league game of the season away to Belvedere at 1.30 pm in Ballincollig, Cork. The girls set off on a very wet and windy Sunday morning on the journey to Ballincollig looking to extend their winning run having won all three previous games this season. Having not played since October 18th, Dungarvan were aiming to hit the ground running after a break in games and add to their tally of wins. Sarah Landers took up her position in goal looking to keep yet another clean sheet with Anne-Marie Tutty sweeping in front. The defensive line saw Ali in the Centre with Ciara Craddock and Ella Fay on the left and right. Clodagh Moloney, Evana Mansfield and Ellen Butler lined-out in the centre. The forward line consisted of Lucy Donnelly, Saoirse Hayes and Frieda McGrath. Dungarvan started out the brighter of the two teams dominating almost immediately with possession, with the girls mounting a series of attacks. Credit to

Belvedere who were resisting this pressure from Dungarvan leaving the Déise girls to rue a couple of spurned chances with shots from Lucy and Saoirse wide of the Belvedere goal. Dungarvan were starting to wonder if it would be their day when they lost Clodagh in midfield due to an injury, Alice Gourlay stepped in to replace Clodagh just before half-time. Coach Tina Landers had much to say at the interval to her team, urging them to turn that mountain of possession into goals; ruthlessness was needed in front of goal! The second half tipped off and Melissa Brazil and Charlotte Connors came into defence with Jessica Carroll Lawlor and Aoife Browne freshening up things in midfield. Dungarvan continued to dominate the Belvedere defence winning a series of short corners, Anne Marie couldn’t believe it as her thundering shots were narrowly missing the Belvedere goal, a let off so far for the Cork opposition. Áine Lynch now racing down the right with speed fed in a beautifully timed pass to

Saoirse who scurried along the end line teasing the Belvedere defence, playing the ball back out to Alice on the edge of the circle who sent in a rasping shot towards goal, up popped the dangerous Frieda McGrath who pounced onto the shot firing the ball into the Belvedere net and sending Dungarvan into rapturous celebrations! Finally, the deadlock broken, Dungarvan one nil up, and no more than they deserved. This goal now seems to inject confidence in the girls and they didn’t hold back, applying yet more pressure on the Belvedere defence. The result was another short corner for Dungarvan, who knew that they needed to change their short corner tactics having not taken advantage in the first half. Áine passed the ball out to Anne Marie who this time slipped a lovely pass on the edge of the circle to Saoirse, who with all her might unleashed a deadly shot which was unstoppable, the ball lashed off the backboard of the goal and Dungarvan were two nil up and showing exactly the kind of ruthless-

ness that was missing in the first half. Relief all round was evident after dominating the entire Dungarvan were starting to feel as though they could now see this one out to the final whistle. Sarah in goal had only two saves to make the entire game, extending Dungarvan’s run of clean sheets this season. The game finished two nil to Dungarvan, their forth win from four games leaving them two points off top place in the league and game in hand over the leaders. Well done to all on a fantastic win. UPCOMING FIXTURE Dungarvan Ladies play their next game on Sunday, 15th November at home against Midleton at 11.30 am, in the Friary college, Dungarvan. Senior Training: Dungarvan Ladies Training - Tuesday & Thursday at 6.30 pm Friary College, Dungarvan. Junior Training: Under 14 – Friday afternoons at 5 pm – 6 pm Under 10/12 Saturday mornings at 9.30 am – 10.30 am - Friary College, Dungarvan. All are welcome.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Dunhill Squash Club DUNHILL Squash Club is in full swing, having hit the ground running in September at the start of the new season. LEAGUES We have just completed our Autumn league, which was kindly sponsored by Paul Kenny’s Pharmacy, Tramore. Many thanks, Paul for your continued support. In Division 1 Brian Dunbar’s team of himself, Nicky Keane, Tadhg Pickering, Danny Buck and David O’Doherty finished on level points with Francis Power, Dermot Murray, Michael Power, David Phelan and Angela O’Shea, but squeezed past to win on games won. Division 2 was also close with Claire Trihy, John Flynn, Orla Lacey, Catherine Murphy and Louise Murphy edging it against Martin Sheehan, Jordan Scholtz,

Grainne Kavanagh, Olivia Power and Ciaran Nugent. There were some really close and competitive games – a real tribute to the standard of squash in the club. In thanking Paul for his generous sponsorship of the Autumn league, we also wish to thank Harney’s Bar for hosting the presentations. The Christmas League, sponsored by Jack Molloy Catering, has now commenced, and again we thank Jack for his support. LADDER Our Club Ladder is also now back in action, and it’s great to see a flurry of early challenges. The junior members are certainly putting pressure on their senior counterparts – and succeeding in many cases in putting them in their place!! TOMMY POWER Tommy, who is one of our

longest serving members, and our oldest player (by quite a distance!!), reached a “significant” birthday recently (apply to Tommy for full details!!). We celebrated last week in Harney’s, when a big crowd turned up to wish him many more years of gracing the courts. Louise Murphy baked a very special cake, and a presentation was made. JUNIORS Our junior section continues to “fly”. Coaching every Saturday under the watchful eye of our coaches and junior supervisors is paying off in spades. Many of our young members hold Munster and National titles – with more to come. We are delighted with the many new recruits to our junior ranks this year. The Junior Committee has many plans for the year ahead, including

competitions; inter club challenges and other activities. Squash is assured into the future in Dunhill. MEMBERSHIP Welcome to the many new members who have joined this year to date. We always welcome new members, and will give full support in familiarising them with our club activities, acquainting them with our game, and where requested, give a couple of introductory games. Interested in joining our friendly vibrant club? Phone our secretary on 087-2701093 for details or Email us on dunhillsquashclub@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook. Contact us on dunhillsquashclub@gmail.com See our website www.dunhillsquashclub.ie

Haley Fitzsimons, from Portlaw, Co. Waterford, who competed in the F40 shot putt, is welcomed home by her cousin David Baker, sister Kelly Fitzsimons and her parents John and Mary upon arrival in Dublin airport at the Paralympics Ireland Team Homecoming from the IPC Athletics World Championships, in Doha, Qatar. [Cody Glenn / SPORTSFILE]

Finalists in Division 2 Leagues at Dunhill Squash Club.

WEEKEND SPINS Saturday started off wet and breezy but that didn't stop 2 groups and a few solo cyclists hitting the road. Frank's Saturday group took in Tallow, Killeagh and Youghal bridge before heading home through Clashmore and Cappagh. A good mix of cyclists covered just over 100kms which was great going for some of the newer members in the group. Another group headed to Lismore for coffee before returning home the same way. Sunday morning was a bit of a washout with high winds and heavy rain. While no organised groups went out a few hardy souls went for solo spins. The club would like to thank Carol Byrne for her kindness in offering to post the weekly Saturday and Sunday spins on Facebook. Much appreciated Carol. Just a reminder also for anyone

not on Facebook you can get the weekly spins sent to you by e-mail. Simply send an email to spininfo@dungarvancc.com asking to be included in the list. COMMITTEE MEETING The club AGM was held on Friday, 23rd October in Minnies and was very well attended. During this meeting the committee for the coming year was elected. The following are on the committee and can be contacted if you have any feedback/ideas or concerns you'd like to raise; Padraig de Burca (Chairperson), Liam Moore (Treasurer), Marian de Burca (Secretary), Pat Kenealy (PRO), John Coleman (Open race director), Beanie Byrne, Patrick Power, Tom Moroney, Marc Flavin, Frank Browne, Nora Halley, Anne O'Loughlin, Stephen Walsh and Eoin McGarry. The new committee held

its first meeting on Monday, 2nd November in Minnies and the year ahead promises to be a busy one with plenty of events planned. Details will be revealed in due course. CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT It's that time of year again folks and plans are well underway for this years night of music, fun and great craic. Minnies nightclub on Saturday, December 12th is the night and tickets priced at €20 for food, 2 drinks and free draw will be available soon. Many thanks to Beanie Byrne for all his work organising this night. TRAINING TIPS When it comes to climbing timing of when to get out of the saddle can be crucial, natural born climbers seem to do it instinctively. On longer less steep climbs it's often best to stay seated. This enables you to use your glute muscles more, which are a

large and strong muscle group, so this gives better leverage as you pedal. However, on short steeper climbs or to allow your glutes a bit of a rest during those long climbing efforts you may want to get out of the saddle. When you do get out of the saddle try and refrain from throwing the bike around too much as this just wastes energy and uses your arm muscles more than necessary. The club is planning some training talks from a cycling coach in the future which should be beneficial to all levels of cyclists. More details on this later. CONTACT US Our Facebook page has plenty of updates and photos so feel free to have a look. We are also on Twitter and have a club webpage www.dungarvancc.com If you want anything included in the notes please e-mail it to me at kenealyp@yahoo.ie

CLUB MEETING NOVEMBER 3rd The monthly meeting was held in the Tudor House Bar . A good crowd gathered and before commencing the meeting, Brian Wickham, a club member congratulated our Chairman, Richard Dykes and our Childrens Officer, Anne Sullivan who recently celebrated their marriage. Very best wishes to them both. Walk reports were given by leaders who led various walk in the previous weeks. Many thanks to all those who lead walks week in, week out both on Sundays and Thursdays. WALK REPORTS On Sunday, 11th October a group of seven walkers completed their A Walk with leader, Brian Reardon. We started in Cuteen and followed forest track for a while before joining the Famine Road in Cuteen North, heading into Coum Tay. We then had a steep ascent to Leacanthimlay at 715 metres. We had a good view of Seven Sisiters Lakes below. We then crossed some boggy ground to a point overlooking the Nire Valley and Coumalocha Lakes, where we stopped for lunch. We then headed for Seefin at 726 metres, before descending to Standing Stone and climbing to Carraigline Mast via Baramadra Gap. From there, it was all down hill into Coum Eag where some lovely sunshine allowed us a good view of where we had been. Distance covered was

17.7 Kms with a total moving time of 4 hours, averaging 4.4 Kms per hour. A very enjoyable, energetic walk with some good climbing and still back in time to see Ireland beat France in the Rugby. THURSDAY, 29th OCTOBER Elizabeth Twohig led a group of 23 walkers to Ballyscanlon and Carrigavantry Lakes near Fenor. The route ran over the high ground between the Lakes with good views west towards Helvic and the Comeraghs. We then went through the woods to Ballyscanlon and along the laneways beside Carrigavantry to the small Megalithic Tomb in the same townland, a 4 thousand year old burial site of an early Bronze Age. UPCOMING EVENTS SEMRA FUND RAISING WALK - "WALK THE LONG WAY ROUND" On Saturday, November 28th SEMRA Mountain Rescue Association are holding a Night Time fundraising 15 Km Walk and Run (Not Chipped). Start and finish at Mountain Rescue Base. Registration from 17 hrs18.30. For more info and Entry Pack, visit their web site at www.semra.ie/longwayround. CHRISTMAS PARTY CELEBRATIONS On December 12th, the Club is holding the annual Christmas Party for Club Members in the Dungarvan Tennis Club. For further information contact one of the committee members.

DECEMBER 20th ARDMORE MULLED WINE AND MINCE PIE WALK The annual Mulled Wine/Mince pie fund raising walk for the Dungarvan Lions Club Christmas Appeal will take place in Ardmore. It is hoped a good crowd will attend this very popular walk. WALKING SCHEDULE NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2015 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15th B WALK - Monavullagh. Meet at TSB Car Park at 10am. C WALK - Broe Mountain. Meet at TSB Car Park at 1300hrs. Sunday, November 22nd B WALK - MILK HILL. Meet at TSB Car Park at 10 am. C WALK - Kilmacthomas. Meet at TSB Car Park at 1300hrs. Sunday, November 29th B WALK Knockmealdowns. Meet at TSB Car Park at 10 am C WALK - Brickey Canal. Meet at TSB Car Park at 1300hrs. Sunday, December 6th B WALK - Comeraghs. Meet at TSB Car Park at the later hour of 11 am. C WALK - Lickey River Walk. Meet at TSB Car Park at 1300hrs. Thursday Walks - The B Style walks meet at the Park Hotel at 12.30 p.m. and the C Style walks at 13.30 p.m. Dungarvan Hill Walking Club offers fitness, friendship and fun to its members. Visit www.dungarvanhillwalking.or g for more info.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Katy Laffan takes silver at Taekwon-do European Championships DUNGARVAN Taekwon-do Club is celebrating silver medal success during the 30th Senior and 21st Junior AETF Taekwon-do European Championships which took place in Motherwell, Scotland from 22 to 25th October, last. Katy Laffan (22) took a silver medal in the -50kg senior woman’s division. Having made it to the quarter finals of the worlds she redoubled her efforts and that work paid off. Her opening rounds were very decisive. Her first match against France had her up on points straight away. With the nerves settled the second match was with Romania and an experienced lady, previously a silver medalist in the Europeans and who beat Katy in the final of the Open Dutch 2013. Sticking to her plan of being hard to hit, attacking with the sidekicks to the opponent’s hip and using angles to close with the hands, Katy unsettled the Romanian with two scores in the first few seconds of the match. Her opponent chased but that only made her easier to pick off. Katy’s semi-final against Italy was a similar affair. The only noteworthy shot from the Italian was a heal to

Katy Laffan in action at the European Championships. Katy’s jaw in the last few seconds, but Katy had done the work by then. The final on the centre stage was about as exciting as it gets. She faced off against another Italian. The scores

swung back and forth. By halfway the Italian was ahead. Katy changed it up in the second round scoring a lovely side step to hook kick bringing the match to a draw. Alas, Katy had to settle for

silver as the match finished in favour of the Italian. “Katy has travelled and competed since she was 14 years old,” said Coach and brother, Luke Laffan, Dungarvan Taekwon-do Club. “Her life style, training and mentality is that of a champion. I can’t wait to get back to work for next year and the successes it will bring,” he added. Katy, a past pupil of St. Augustine’s College, was accompanied to the championships by Gráinne Curran (17) a current pupil of St. Augustine’s College. Both were part of the Irish Team at the European Championships. It was another very successful campaign for the Irish Team the squad of 42 finished 4th overall on the medal table with 6 gold, 5 silver and 12 bronze medals. After her fantastic success of a silver medal at the World Championships in Italy earlier this year, Gráinne again made the drop to the -45kg girls division in the European Championships. The division is highly competitive with 18 girls from across Europe competing. Miss Curran was the second match against Poland. The

Katy Laffan pictured with her silver medal from the European Championships; with Coach and brother, Luke Laffan, at Dungarvan Taekwon-do Club, the Fusion Centre (beside Dungarvan Sports Centre). match of two by two minute rounds was close, but despite a rally of scores in the last 20 seconds Miss Curran was unsuccessful, showing just how competitive the section is. “I am certain Gráinne will come back stronger next year and repeat her success

KCK Athletic Club to complete their team, which could have possibly challenged for team medals. The county finished 4th in the intercounty section with all three girls from KCK making it in the top 6 for Waterford. In the girls U-11 race, Kayleigh Cass, Ciara Power and Hannah McGrath all took to the start line. Over the course of the 1,500m race, all girls battled strongly and came home strong finishers. Likewise in the boys U-11, Paudie Barry, Colm Barry and Adam Murray all dug in deep to put in encouraging performances as Paudie led home the trio in 34th position, the third Waterford finisher. These boys will now target the County and Munster B Championships in the coming weeks where medals should come their way. In the girl’s U-13 2,500m race, Helina Barry, Aisling Power and Aoife Barry all produced commendable performances in what were very tough conditions. Following her excellent race at the first day of these championships the conditions didn’t suit Helina, who was closely pursued by Aisling who enjoyed her strongest race of the season so far. Well done to all three girls. Indeed, well done to all athletes and parents alike who travelled to this event. Cross Country can give us weather

days like that, and those who travelled and competed should be commended. COUNTY B CHAMPIONSHIPS AND RELAY TRIALS This Sunday sees the County B Cross Country Championships go ahead in St. Augustine’s College, Dungarvan with an 11 a.m. start. There will be races for U-9 (750m), U-11 (1,000m), U-13 (1,500m) and U-15 (2,500m). It is open to all athletes who did not win an Individual medal or a County gold team medal at the County A Championships. These championships will precede the relay trials which will go ahead immediately after the last race, the boys U-15. These trials will be used to decide on Waterford teams for the Cross Country Munster Relay Championships due to be held in Cork in early January. The first five athletes across the line on Sunday will make the county squad, with four running and one sub allowed. The distances for these are U-10 – 250m, U-12 – 500m and U-14 – 500m. Athletes can compete in both the B Championships and the relay trials if eligible, but would clearly be disadvantaged if they chose to do both. ALL-IRELANDS IN SANTRY The All-Ireland Inter-club and Juvenile Even ages

Championships go ahead on Sunday week in Santry, Dublin. KCK will have athletes competing on County teams in the juvenile races. Following her medal in Carriganore Helina Barry goes in the girl’s U-14 race, while brothers Seamus and Padraig Fitzgerald are in the boys equivalent at U-14 level having claimed Munster silver medals on the Waterford County team. Having taken the County Novice title a few weeks back, Michael Behan will race in the Junior Men’s race. MUNSTER B CHAMPIONSHIPS Looking further ahead, another fixture approaching are the Munster B Cross Country Championships which will take place on November 29th in Cappawhite, Tipperary. These are open to all athletes who did not win medals in one of the two Munster fixtures in Carriganore and Kerry. KCK will hope to send a number of teams to this fixture and challenge for medals on the day. LOOK BACK TO CARRIGANORE The opening round of the Munster Cross Country Championships took place in Carriganore, Waterford a few weeks back. With close to 1,500 athletes taking part, it was a very big event for the county and club athletes

added. Training starts this week for their first international, the Dutch open in January and the next European Championships in Finland in May, 2016. Congratulations to both girls from all at Dungarvan Taekwon-do club.

Munster Senior Colleges Hurling Championship

Rebecca Walsh scoops individual Munster medal TORRENTIAL wind and rain greeted athletes at the second day of the Munster Cross Country Championships held in Beaufort, Kerry at the weekend. A small group of brave club athletes made the journey to the Kingdom County and turned in some terrific performances. Leading the way was young Rebecca Walsh in the very first race of the day. Rebecca got off to a great start and put herself among the leaders from the off. As the closing line approached Rebecca pushed hard to the line to cross it in 9th position. With medals for the top 12 athletes in each race, Rebecca scooped her very first Munster medal, an excellent achievement. With the ecstasy came the agony, as behind Rebecca running a super race of her own was Róisín Power who had to endure the difficult finish of placing 13th. Róisín like Rebecca started the race brilliantly and was in the shake up for a medal as she raced down to the closing line. However, she was pipped by two athletes as the finish line approached and just missed out on her own medal. Rebecca Murray produced a very strong performance and should go into this weekend’s County B Championships with good medal prospects. The girls didn’t have a fourth scorer

at the World Champions,” said Coach, Luke Laffan. “She will move up a weight class to -50 kg this is a more natural weight for her. Now is time for a little rethink and get back into some strength work. I know a setback won’t deter her, as she is a very focused young lady,” he

made good use of home advantage, taking home Munster medals and some fine performances. For the club, there was a number of standout performances. Hannah McGrath and Róisín Power both produced very impressive displays in the girl’s U-10 race as they picked up medals when Waterford took 3rd place in the intercounty team section. Hannah was second home for the county team with Róisin 4th scorer. Helina Barry produced a super race in the girl’s U-14 age group. Competing a year out of her age, Helina was 5th home for Waterford to secure her a bronze medal with Waterford once more finishing in 3rd place. Twins Padraig and Seamus Fitzgerald went one better when they both carried home a Munster silver medal following Waterford’s second place finish in the inter-county section, with Padraig and Seamus both scoring members here. Well done to all the club athletes who competed on the day, it was great having the fixture on home soil and we had a great turnout, so well done everyone. TRAINING Training continues this month each Tuesday and Thursday night in Rathgormack GAA grounds, from 6-7pm.

Dungarvan CBS snatch dramatic draw Coláiste Chríost Rí, Cork 1-14; Dungarvan CBS 2-11. COLÁISTE Chríost Rí and Dungarvan CBS finished level after a thrilling Munster Hurling Championship match played in Killeagh last Wednesday. Dungarvan CBS dominated the earlier stages in the first half and got off to a great start when Seán Crotty scored a goal from a penalty in the 5th minute. At half time the Cork side led by 1-6 to 1-5. Colaiste Chríost Rí opened up a 5 point lead by the 40th minute and were still leading by four points with 5 minutes remaining. Then James Flavin brought Dungarvan CBS back into the game when he burst through the Coláiste Chríost Rí defence to score a great goal. James Flavin again followed up on his goal to snatch the equalizing point in the last minute of the match. Most impressive for Dungarvan CBS were Jack Kiely who had a fine game in goal, Conor Whelan at full back, Kealan Daly and Jack Lacey in the half back line, Glenn Waters at mid-field while Jack Skehan, Sean Crotty, Brendan Cullinan and James Flavin were impressive in attack.

Scorers: Sean Crotty 1-3, James Flavin 1-1, Brendan Cullinan 0-3, Glenn Waters 0-2 and Jack Skehan 0-2. Dungarvan CBS: Jack Kiely (Abbeyside), T. J. Veale (St. Mary’s), Conor Whelan (Brickeys), Dylan O’Donovan (Brickeys), Kealan Daly (Dungarvan), Dan Booth (St. Patrick’s), Jack Lacey (Dungarvan), Glenn Waters (Dungarvan), Liam O’Connell (St. Oliver’s), Jack Skehan (Naomh Brid), James Flavin (Ardmore), Seán Crotty (Dungarvan), Cormac Gough (Stradbally), Shaun Murray (Dungarvan), Brendan Cullinan (Dungarvan). Subs: Jordan Whealan Veale (Brickeys) for Dylan O’Donovan (40 mins.), Reece Stringer (St. Patrick’s) for Cormac Gough (50 mins.), Eoghan Curran (Brickeys), John Blackwell (Brickeys), Jamie Walsh (Abbeyside), Sean Whelan Barrett (Abbeyside), Ronan Mansfield (Abbeyside), John O’Brien (Ardmore), Jack Walsh (Ardmore) and Donal FitzGerald (Kilrossanty). Coláiste Chríost Rí: Shane Hurley (St. Finbarr’s), Darragh Kelly (Douglas), Aidan Walsh (St. Finbarr’s), Eoin O’Regan (St. Finbarr’s), Mark Hitchmough (Shamrocks), Jack Ryan (Sliabh Rua), David Byrne (Tracton), Ian Butler (Sliabh Rua), Conor Dennehy (St. Finbarr’s), Mark O’Keefe (St. Michael’s), Sean Dennehy (St. Finbarr’s), Michael Cussen (Ballygarvan), Colm Kiely (Nemo Rangers), Eoghan O’Leary (Sliabh Rua), Jack O’Brien (St. Finbarr’s).

GENERAL SPORT

22 West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Success for WWAC in wet and windy Beaufort THE Wild Atlantic Way lived up to its name as our athletes competed in a very wet and windswept Beaufort on Sunday last. We arrived at 10am to pelting rain and a howling wind but our sturdy tent was up to the conditions and provided shelter for all from the worst of the elements. The start was put back by 15mins to 11.45 and by then the worst of the weather had passed and we even had a spell of sunshine in the afternoon. Conditions underfoot were very sticky but our young athletes were able for the tough test and collected twelve individual medals and two team prizes. GREAT RUNNING FROM UNDER 9 BOYS There were three boys from WWAC in action in the under 9 race. Two of them finished in the top twelve and collected their first Munster medals. David Nyhan who had a great run in the under 10 two weeks ago got up well from the start of the race and finished in 5th place. David Gaffney came through strongly in the second half of the race to finish 7th. John Power was running at this level for the first time and finished 65th. INDIVIDUAL MEDALS FOR ALLY AND CAOIMHE There was some great running from our under 11 girls with both Ally Cunningham 6th and Caoimhe Prendergast 7th winning individual medals and qualifying to represent Munster in the All-Ireland Championships. Rhiann Flynn was next home in 68th place with Alanna Willans and Méabh Kiely one behind the other in 83rd and 84th place. Cathy Ní Sheanlaoich was next home in 91st place and Crea Frisby completed the team in 112th place. The team finished 7th in the inter club competition and Waterford finished 4th in the inter county competition. The under 11 boys had the biggest field of the day with 123 athletes completing the course. Daryl Harty was the first of the West Waterford athlete’s home in 41st place a big improvement on his 60th place last year. Running out of his age this week Ian Holmes had a much better run to finish 49th well up on his 70th place of last year. The two other under 10’s finished in the top hundred with Kevin Dower 97th and Mark Power 99th. INDIVIDUAL MEDALS FOR OISIN AND CIAN O’RIORDAN There were fine individual performances from both O’Riordan brothers who improved on their placings of last year with Oisin finishing 4th in the under 13th race and Cian 6th in the under 15 boys race. They will now represent Munster at the All Ireland championships. Conn Willians running out of his age also had a very impressive run moving up from 39th place last year to

West Waterfordd AC girls under 15 who finished second in the team race at the Munster Cross Country Championships. finish 18th this year, Eoin Kiely finished next in 83rd place with Kieran Dower just behind in 84th place and Mark Blackwell made it into the top 100 finishing 93rd. There were no medals for West Waterford girls in the under 13 race but most of the girls improved on their positions from last year. Kate Killigrew was the first Waterford girl home in 35th place followed shortly by Megan Keogh on 43rd and just one place behind her was Lia Cunningham who improved ten places from last year. The biggest improvement came from Eve Power who moved up from 96th last year to 51st this year. Kate Keogh finished mid way in the field in 56th with Grace Power 73rd just ahead of Shima Lannigan in 74th. In the under 15 boys Cian O’Riordan collected another medal as a scoring member of the Waterford team that finished 2nd. Luke Power was another athlete who had a much improved performance this year moving up twenty two places to finish 30th. Luke just missed out on a county medal by just one place. Thomas Hoarty finished 44th and Kieran Frisby in 51st was the fourth scoring member of the team that finished 5th in the inter club competition. SILVER MEDALS FOR UNDER 15 GIRLS TEAM There were some great individual and a team performance from the under 15 girls who finished second in the inter club competition well ahead of Waterford AC who had beaten them in the county championships. Lucy Holmes had a huge individual performance to finish 4th up six places on last year. Lucy put in a great last lap going out for the last 1500m she was in 14th place but moved strongly up the field to finish 4th. Mary Kate Prendergast battled strongly all the way and finished 14th three places up on last year. Next home was Aoife O’Brien who improved over thirty places from last year to finish 38th. Kate Hickey is a newcomer to this level of competition and she was not put off by the weather or the strong competition and finished 40th. Danni Cunningham had an improved run to finish 60th while Hannah Hallahan also

improved on her performance of last year to finish 65th. Lucy also led the County to second place in the inter county competition. MUNSTER CROSS COUNTRY TITLE FOR UNDER 17 GIRLS Another group who rose to the occasion last Sunday were the under 17 girls, Last year they finished third in the inter club competition but improved running from all members of the team saw them claim the team title to add to the under 18 title they won two weeks ago. Hannah Power 7th and Dairina Ní Sheanlaoich 9th both won individual medals while Caoimhe Dwyer 21st was thirteen places up on her performance last year. Emma Hallahan was the fourth scoring member of the team in 29th place and Sinead O’Brien was another who had an improved run this year to finish 33rd. Hannah led the Waterford team to second place in the inter county competition and Dairina and Caoimhe were also scoring members of the Waterford team. INDIVIDUAL MEDALS FOR MICHEAL POWER NIALL BLACKWELL AND AOIFE HAMILTON In the boys under 17 race WWAC had two athletes in the top 10. Micheal Power was first home in 7th place and Niall Blackwell who just missed out on an individual medal made sure of his place on the Munster team with a 10th place finish last Sunday. Aoife Hamilton was on the podium again this week when she finished 3rd in the under 19 race. In the final race of the day Shane O’Riordan finished 16th in the boys under 19 race. Well done to all our athletes who made the best of the difficult conditions and finished their races with a smile on their faces. COUNTY B CHAMPIONSHIPS AND RELAY TRIALS The County B championships will take place in the Friary on Sunday 15th starting at 11.00. There will be races under 9, 11, 13 and 15. Any athlete who was placed first, second or third in either session of the County championships or was a scoring member of a team that finished 1st cannot compete in the B championships.

On the same day there will be trials to select County teams for the Munster relay. These races will be under 10,12,14 and will be over distances from 250m to 600m anyone can try out for the county relay teams. TONY’S LEAGUE AND TRAINING HAVE MOVED TO 4.00 p.m. With the change in the hour and the dark evenings Tony’s League and training have moved to 4.00. Please make sure you are in the Friary by 4pm to warm up so the league can get underway at 4.15. If you are on a team for the league it is very important that you are there every week for your team even one missing runner can put a team out of the reckoning for the team prizes. Teams are on the board at training this week. Training continues in Colligan on Saturday mornings at 10 am for our older athletes. THROWING GROUP IN ACTION ON THURSDAYS AT 4 PM For anyone interested in throwing the Shot, Discus or Javelin there will be training in the Friary on Thursday evenings at 4pm. New athletes age 13 or over are welcome to join the group. ALL IRELAND IN SANTRY NOVEMBER 22ND Over the coming few days we will be booking over night accommodation for the 29 athletes and their parents travelling to the All Ireland. If you are making your own arrangements please let Mary, Antoinette or Claire know. UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday, Nov. 11th Round 4 Tony’s League at 4.15 Sunday, Nov. 15th County B Championships and Relay Trials 11 am Friary. Wednesday, Nov. 18th Round 5 Tony’s League at 4.15. Sunday, Nov. 22th AllIreland Santry Even Ages. Wednesday, Nov. 25th Round 6 Tony’s League at 4.15. Sunday, Nov. 29th Munster B Championships (Tipperary). Wednesday, Nov. 25th Round 7 Tony’s League at 4.15. Sunday, Dec. 6th AllIreland Championships Dungarvan.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club PRESIDENT’S DAY (PATSY HACKETT) Unfortunately, we had to cancel the President’s Day. We will set a new date soon. MEN'S FOURSOMES LEAGUE The Men's Foursomes League will commence on Sunday, November 15th. There seems to be great interest in this new competition and all the men in the club are encouraged to take part in what should be a very competitive few weeks. This will be a Stableford competition, and will take place on Sunday mornings. There will be a trophy for the winners, and also cash prizes for 1st and 2nd and 3rd. There will be 3 preliminary rounds. The best two scores in the preliminary rounds will be counted. The top 4 teams after the preliminary rounds will play in 2 semi-finals. Then there will be a third place play-off and a final. The entry fee is €10 which must be paid before the closing date, which is Sunday, November 8th. The draw for the first preliminary round will be held on Monday, November 9th. This is the first time this competition is being held and we hope that it will be continued annually. NEW LADIES MATCHPLAY COMPETITION Entries are invited for our upcoming Ladies Matchplay Competition. This competition will be an enjoyable change of format for our Lady players. Entries and money must be in by November 18th, and will be €5. The draw will be made on November 19th. Games will commence on November 23rd. WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 10.00 a.m. tee off 10.30 a.m. Nett: Bridget Walsh, Corinne McGee. Gross: Mary O'Neill, Jacinta O'Mahoney. SATURDAY TURKEY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 1.00 p.m. tee off 1.30 p.m. Nett: Evelyn Torrens, Liam Simms Gross: Lorraine Troy, Breda O'Donnell. FROM NOW ON WITH ALL GAMES PLEASE NOTE The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card (this is to get used to marking cards).

Some of the people celebrating the 25th Anniversary.

Dan McCarthy (sponsor of the T.F McCarthy Shield). JUVENILE COMPETITIONS Next Juvenile competition will be on the 22nd November at 1.00 p.m. HOLE IN ONE Last year we held a Hole in one competition, so we will continue with a prize for the most hole in ones during the club competition season this year as it proved very popular. There's fierce competition already with everyone trying to get the ultimate hole in one. To date Paddy Noonan (7), Liam Simms (4), Patsy Hackett (4), Michael Ahearne, Declan Byrne, Paddy Lawlor, Eddie Lenihan, Aiden Murray, Owen Simms each have one each. Breda O'Donnell (4) and Jacinta O'Mahoney (3), Bridget Walsh (2), Lorraine Troy (2), Mary O'Neill (2), Cait Mulcahy, Corinne McGee, Mary Walsh, Eilish Sullivan, Marie Forde and Ann Wall now has a hole in one for the women's section. BONUS NUMBER This week’s winner of the bonus number is Paddy Noonan, number 17.

PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition, so all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. Do not use club heads to repair a pitch mark as this damages the green. Always use a pitch repairer. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. DID YOU KNOW? Winter rules are now in play. PITCH AND PUTT IS FUN! Remember pitch and putt is only a game so go out and enjoy it. MEMBERSHIP FEES Adults €80; Family €150; Over 60s €50; Juveniles €45; Life Members €30. T-shirts, caps and gloves for sale in clubhouse.

Dermot Drohan, Vice-Captain; Justin Spratt, Pat Spratt and David Condon, Captain, at the West [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Waterford Golf Club Captains and Presidents Reunion.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Ladies Football All-Ireland Medals Presentation Night

Waterford Ladies Football All-Ireland Medals Presentation Night at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. The Waterford Ladies Football team and Management pictured in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, after they received their All-Ireland medals. Also included is Cyril Farrell, Special Guest. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Waterford Ladies Football All-Ireland Medals Presentation Night at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan: The Waterford Ladies Football Under 16 team and Management pictured in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, after they received their All-Ireland [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] medals. Also included is Cyril Farrell, Special Guest.

TALKING HORSES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 13 November, 2015

Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures

Auteuil delight for Mullins and Walsh

Dundalk – Wednesday, 11th November (First Race 6.00) Clonmel – Thursday, 12th November (First Race 12.55) Dundalk – Friday, 13th November (First Race 6.05) Punchestown – Saturday, 14th November (First Race 11.55) Punchestown – Sunday, 15th November (First Race 12.35) Cork – Sunday, 15th November (First Race 12.55)

Doubles for Berry and Whelan put them on top at Dundalk

THE gallant Thousand Stars scored a last gasp success for Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh when taking the Grade 1 Grand Prix d’Automne at Auteuil on Saturday. The 11-year-old was scoring his fifth win at the course and his thirteenth in all. He is the winner of three Grade 1 races and has also three Grade 2 victories to his name. Ruby’s sister Katie was in the saddle when Thousand Stars landed the County Hurdle at Cheltenham in 2010.

FRAN Berry has enjoyed a fine run of success at Dundalk of late and he rode two more winners on the all-weather on Friday night. He teamed up with Andy Oliver to win the opening 5f maiden with Paytheprice and was also on the mark with the Tony Martin-trained Moonmeister who came good again in the 12f handicap. Sheila Lavery’s Danz Gift ran out a ready winner of the 5f handicap in the hands of Ronan Whelan who matched Berry’s feat when taking the 10f maiden on James Barrett’s Melanna. The 6f handicap went to Georgios Pakidis’ Togoville who was winning under champion jockey Pat Smullen. Keith Moriarty rode his third winner when Captain Midnight won the 7f handicap for trainer Joe Murray who claimed the winner of €5,000 at Laytown in September. David Marnane and champion apprentice Connor King landed the 8f handicap with Settle For Red.

Blackmore continues to make it pay RACHAEL Blackmore rode her fourth winner since turning professional when taking the 2m6f maiden hurdle at Thurles on Thursday. She partnered the Liam Lennon-trained South Circle to a 19 length success making the long trip for the Newry-based trainer more than worthwhile. Former champion jockey Paul Townend landed the 2m6f beginners’ chase on the Donie Hassett-trained He Is Top Class while also over fences, jockey Brien Kane was on the mark on the Gavin Cromwell-trained Magical Mother in the handicap chase. Another claimer to visit the winners’ enclosure was Patrick Corbett who steered Blazing West to success for Cloughjordan trainer Willie Austin in the 2m maiden hurdle. John Joe Walsh and Adrian Heskin combined to win the 2m handicap hurdle with Copy Print while Gordon Elliott and Nina Carberry scored the easiest of wins with Ball D’Arc in the bumper.

Geraghty and Cooper on top at Fairyhouse BARRY Geraghty rode two winners for owner JP McManus at Fairyhouse on Wednesday. The former champion jockey teamed up with Gordon Elliott to win the four-year-old maiden hurdle on Squouateur and followed up on the Christy Roche-trained Falcon Crest in the 2m maiden hurdle. Bryan Cooper also recorded a double. On the day her brother Richard saddled his first winner, Sandra Hughes sent out Wrath Of Titans to take the 2m5f beginners’ chase under the young Kerryman who was back in the winners’ enclosure after Dermot Weld’s Grecian Tiger won the 2m4f novice hurdle in fine style. The Paul Nolan-trained Solita ran out a good winner of the 2m beginners’ chase in the hands of Robbie Power while Mikey Fogarty did the steering as Fr Humphrey took the handicap chase for Louise Hallahan. Jonathan Burke rode Sizing Scorpion to win the 2m handicap hurdle for Henry de Bromhead while Denis Hogan both trained and rode the gambled-on Misdflight to win the 2m4f handicap hurdle that brought the card to a close.

Hidden Cyclone (Bryan Hayes) wins the thetote.com Fortria Chase at Navan.

[Patrick McCann]

Grade 2 success for Hidden Cyclone THE Grade 1 John Durkan Chase at Punchestown is next on the agenda for Hidden Cyclone who ran out the impressive winner of the Grade 2 thetote.com Fortria Chase at Navan on Sunday. With Brian Hayes in the saddle, the popular 10-yearold scored in great style from Days Hotel for trainer ‘Shark’ Hanlon. It was a first Grade 2 success for Hayes

who had earlier partnered the John Kiely-trained Ancient Sands to win the 2m handicap hurdle. It was a notable double for Mrs Annette Mee and her son David who own both Hidden Cyclone and Ancient Sands. Arctic Fire got up in the dying strides to beat Monksland in the Grade 2 Lismullen Hurdle for Willie Mullins and Ruby

Walsh and the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse later in the month is just one of the options open to him. There was a mild upset in the Grade 3 For Auction Novice Hurdle where the Henry de Bromhead-trained Three Stars came out on top under Jonathan Burke. The locally-trained Redclue took the 2m7f handicap hurdle for Gillian Callaghan and

Keith Donoghue while the smart hurdler Kitten Rock saw off a determined Sizing Titanium to land the beginners’ chase for Edward O'Grady and Barry Geraghty. Castletown Geoghegan-trainer Martin Lynch sent out Beyond The Obvious to win the bumper. The 13/2 winner was ridden by Mark Lynch, a son of the winning trainer.

Impressive Berbas another Naas winner for Alan Fleming TRAINER Alan Fleming added to his treble at the course on the previous Sunday when landing the Grade 3 Fishery Lane Hurdle with Gwencily Berbas at Naas on Saturday. Adrian Heskin brought the well-fancied 6/5 favourite home a clear win-

ner from Petite Parisienne and is another that could be heading for the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse. Disko put a disappointing Galway effort behind him when taking the maiden hurdle by all of 29 lengths for Noel Meade and Mark Walsh while the trainer’s

Killer Miller had earlier made an impressive start to his career over fences when taking the beginners’ chase under Mark Walsh. On The Shannon saw off Just Get Cracking to win the 2m4f handicap chase for Oliver McKiernan and amateur rider Barry Browne who

was riding his first winner in Ireland. Stephen Ryan, who trains in Thurles, saddled Rolling Rocket to win the opening opportunity chase under Paddy Kennedy while the closing bumper went to Ballela Boy who was ridden for Jerry Cosgrave by Mark O’Hare.

Hourigan and Fogarty the toast of Limerick MICHAEL Hourigan gave the locals plenty to cheer about when his Holeinthewall Bar landed the 2m5f handicap hurdle at Limerick on Sunday. Mikey Fogarty got the 5/1 shot home ahead of The Winkler and the winning trainer is of the opinion that the seven-year-old will be winning races over fences in the future. Ger Fox brought the Gavin Cromwell-trained Jer’s Girl

home the easy winner of the three-year-old maiden hurdle and the 5/2 favourite landed a tidy gamble in the process. Denis Cullen and Jody McGarvey combined to win the 2m maiden hurdle with 11/1 chance A Great View while Show Court was just as easy a winner for Dermot Weld and Luke Dempsey in another maiden hurdle over the same distance. The 2m3f maiden hurdle went to the Pat Fahy-trained

Tongie who scored under Danny Mullins. Amateur rider Tom Brett rode his first winner when Mic Milano won the Britain V Ireland Challenge Handicap Hurdle for Templemorebased John Ryan. Kinsale trainer Robert Tyner and Phillip Enright were on the mark with Massinis Adventure who landed the 3m handicap hurdle while Sheila Ahern bagged her second winner when the John Joe Walsh-trained Una’s Pleasure took the bumper.

Limerick Charity Day raises €100,000 THE fundraiser lunch and auction at Limerick Racecourse on Sunday raised close to €100,000 for both the Robbie McNamara Trust and the Irish Injured Jockeys Fund. The leading auction item was a four-ball at the K Club with Tony McCoy and John Francome which went for €10,000. The nomination for any Coolmore National Hunt stallion also sold for €10,000 while a trip to Aidan O'Brien's Ballydoyle yard raised €4,500.

Trainer Hughes saddles first winner RICHARD Hughes enjoyed his first winner as a trainer when Duchess Of Marmite won a handicap at Kempton on Wednesday. The filly was the first to race from Hughes’ new base at Weathercock House in Lambourn and her success coincided with the first anniversary of the final winner sent out by his late father, Dessie. For good measure, Richard’s sister Sandra was also among the winners at Fairyhouse where her Wrath Of Titans was successful in the opening beginners’ chase.