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DUNGARVAN United AFC has pleaded with the public to get behind their campaign to raise €100,000 to purchase the former Waterford Crystal playing pitch at Kilrush, which they’ve occupied for more than 25 years, otherwise the club faces an uncertain future. Recently, the soccer club has been advised that the site, which backs onto Kilrush Park,

been ordered to vacate the site. It is understood the club is to vacate the Crystal Pitch by 1st August, which will put the club’s future in jeopardy, as the pitch is used to provide training and match facilities for teams of all ages, boys, girls, men and ladies teams. “There are 42 teams which use the Crystal Pitch and we had 45 members training on the pitch last Monday night,” said Dungarvan United AFC Secretary, David Walsh, speaking to the Dungarvan Observer.

date when they have to vacate the pitch, but added that the club “is in serious trouble if we lose the pitch”. Mr. Walsh said if the club has to vacate the Crystal Pitch, he hoped it would be temporary. While it is understood that several schools may be interested in allowing the soccer club to use their pitches, Mr. Walsh said that moving to another site is not ideal and that the club needs a ‘Plan B’, which is to raise the required funds to purchase the Crystal Pitch.

from the former Waterford Crystal, but when the glass factory closed in 2009, the receivers, Deloitte, dismissed the agreement as ‘non-binding’. The club continued using the pitch, but the rent was not accepted by the receiver. The site is now owned by some of the former members of Dungarvan Crystal. It is understood that the Crystal Pitch is zoned ‘open space’ for recreational uses under the Town Development Plan (2012 - 2018), and it is

Kilrush Park and the Crystal Pitch are currently in use, but due to the success and size of the soccer club, a third pitch is needed and the club believes the Crystal Pitch can be split into two pitches to address this need. However, following the notice to quit the Crystal Pitch, the club says this will “decimate the club” and means they will likely have to get rid of approximately 14 teams from the club. Continued on page 2

Councillors to vote on proposed ‘ten times height’ set-back distance for wind turbines

Comeraghs Wild Festival this weekend page 8 Sand art on the beach at Bonmahon as part of the protest demonstration against wind turbines which was attended by over 1,000 people last Sunday.

By Paul Mooney Protest for 24/7 cardiac care held at Dáil Éireann page 22 28

AN emergency Notice of Motion is due to come before the Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council this Thursday which proposes a variation in the County Development Plan to impose a set-back distance on wind turbines of ten times the height of their rotary tip, away from homes, workplaces and public buildings.

The motion, which was signed by 13 Councillors, is vitally important for the people of County Waterford and it follows a similar vein of proposals passed in Donegal, Laois and Westmeath which aims to rein in developers from erecting wind turbines too close to people’s homes, schools and other public buildings. Previously, the Minister took the local authority in Donegal to court over the ten times set-back distance, but he lost the case, meaning Donegal succeeded in making the ten times set-back distance mandatory for wind turbines in their jurisdiction.

PROTEST IN BONMAHON The emergency Notice of Motion submitted to Waterford City and County Council comes on foot of a massive demonstration which was held in the Copper Coast at the weekend. Over 1,000 people attended the protest in Bonmahon last Sunday, which was organised by Mahon Valley Against Turbines and concerned residents of Bonmahon, Stradbally, Ballylaneen, Kill and Kilmacthomas in relation to the proposed wind farm for

the Copper Coast area. The demonstration began at the car park in Bonmahon where the crowd was addressed by local man Kevin Keane (MC); Niamh Reynolds from Kereen, who spoke about living daily under wind turbines; and Louise Dowling, a concerned parent whose child attends Seafield National School in Bonmahon. It is understood that one proposed wind turbine is to be erected less than 750 metres from the school. Continued on page 2

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FROM FRONT PAGE Addressing the crowd, Mr. Keane called on Waterford Councillors to support the proposed variation in the County Development Plan in relation to set back distances. In an article in this newspaper several weeks ago (Dungarvan Observer, 23rd June, 2017), local candidate for the 2019 European Elections for Ireland South, Kieran Hartley, called for the minimum ten times height setback distance. “I am heartened that Mahon Valley Against Turbines have adopted the strategy I sug-

gested,” Mr. Hartley said. EMERGENCY NOTICE OF MOTION It is understood that some Councillors will be seeking the suspension of standing orders so that the emergency Notice of Motion will be heard first before any other Council business. Mahon Valley Against Turbines (MVAT), when speaking to some Councillors, were reminded of the legal obligation for the motion to be heard. A spokesperson for MVAT said there is no

legal reason why the motion cannot be heard, and warned that if the motion is stopped or not heard, then they will consider taking legal action against Waterford City and County Council. The residents’ group also called for a roll call vote so the public are aware how each Councillor voted in the Notice of Motion. The group also called on any Councillor who may have a conflict of interest to step aside from voting on the motion. SEE ALSO PAGE 26

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ANY mist or fog will clear on Wednesday morning to give a bright day with a mix of cloud and sunny spells. It will stay dry in most parts but a few isolated showers may develop in the late afternoon. Highs of 18 to 22 Celsius in light variable breezes.Warmest inland. Wednesday night: Most areas dry but a little rain will affect the west later. NATIONAL OUTLOOK Thursday: A cool breezy and mostly cloudy day. Many parts of the south and east will remain dry, but showery rain will affect the midlands, north and west. Southwest breezes will be fresh, with temperatures in the mid to high teens. Friday: Another fresh and mostly cloudy day. Most areas will begin dry, but rain will spread into the north and west during the evening, and will affect most other areas on Friday night. Southwest winds will freshen with the rain. Saturday: A mostly cloudy day with occasional rain. The rain will be persistent across the north and west, but more intermittent further south. Southwest winds will be fresh to strong with hill mist. Sunday: A cool breezy but much brighter day with sunny spells. Many areas will be dry, but showers will occur too – these mainly across the north and west. Southwest winds will be fresh and gusty.

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Dungarvan United AFC Aerial photograph shows the Crystal Pitch on the left and Dungarvan United AFC’s soccer pitch and complex on the right. FROM FRONT PAGE Dungarvan United AFC celebrates its 51st year this year, and have been based at Kilrush Park for the past 37 years. As well as providing facilities for their own teams, the club provides facilities for many local schools and other clubs, as well as holding many regional school finals. Their playing pitch is widely regarded as being one of the top surfaces in the country.The Special Olympics Organisation are friends of the club and used their club facilities for a number of years until they found their recent permanent home. Over 200 adults outside of their club avail of their astro turf facility every week. Their clubhouse is used

annually for their Senior Citizens Christmas Party, (running for over 25 years now) and for many other community activities such as for Walking Club Events, Running Club Events, Boxing Club events and many more. In the past, the Crystal Pitch and old tennis courts were constantly vandalised and a target for anti-social behaviour, but Dungarvan United AFC cleaned up the area after getting permission from the local Crystal Centre Committee at the time. FUNDING OPTIONS The club has appealed to its members, former members, neighbours, friends, local and national businesses, as well as Government Agencies to help

them raise the funds necessary to purchase the Crystal Pitch. Borrowing the money is not a realistic option as the day-today paying of debt and running of the club costs in the region of €90,000 per year. Their current funding comes from membership subscriptions, sponsorship from local businesses, and renting out the astro turf and clubhouse. The club’s target is to raise €100,000 to purchase the Crystal Pitch and the club has come up with some novel ways to raise the funds. Options people can avail of include Life Memberships of Dungarvan United AFC at a cost of €1,000; there is a five year Lotto ticket entry at a cost of €500; a five year pitch

perimeter sign at a cost of €500. People can also make donations to the club via their bank, Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan, IBAN: IE96 BOFI 9060 2189 8977 14; BIC: BOFIIE2D; while cheques should be made payable to Dungarvan United. The club said they are open to other suggestions. Dungarvan United AFC would like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation to you to come and visit their facilities and hope you will consider supporting Dungarvan United AFC in some way with their current plight to help with their survival and growth in to the future. SEE ALSO SPORTS SECTION PAGE 21

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A picture of the Trevor Crotty Memorial Tournament held at Dungarvan United AFC, at which over 40 teams participated on a mix of the club’s astro turf, their main pitch and the Crystal Pitch.

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Pair of humpback whales spotted near Dungarvan coastline A PAIR of humpback whales were spotted off the coast of Dungarvan last week. According to the Facebook page of West Waterford Wildlife Photography, the two whales were accompanied by two fin whales and five minkes. West Waterford Wildlife Photography posted a video of the whales, which identified one called ‘Boomerang’. It is understood that Boomerang has been recorded off the south coast of Ireland every year since 2001. The whale was diving within two kilometres from the shore and could be seen from the Greenway. The sighting of Boomerang is

the fourth consecutive year he has been spotted along the coastline between Dungarvan and Ardmore. For sightseers wanting to spot the whales, Boomerang has a very distinct scarred dorsal fin and a huge ‘blow’ that can be easily mistaken for a fin whale. Later in the week, it was also recorded that a pod of up to 16 bottlenose dolphins were spotted off Ardmore. The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) records all sightings and have an extensive catalogue of various species which are recognised from nicks and notches on the dorsal fins. If you’ve spotted a whale or dolphin, you can report to the

Council compiling list of landbanks for possible building of social houses THE housing team of Waterford Council are currently compiling a schedule of all landbanks in the Comeragh area which might or might not be suitable for building social houses. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune said Councillors were previously made aware of 30 to 33 acres of land in areas around Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and Kilmeaden which are Councilowned, and asked if there was ever any application made for

funding to build social housing on that land? Cllr. Clune was informed that the Council’s housing team are currently compiling a schedule of all landbanks for distribution in each of the districts. It is taking the team longer than originally envisaged, but it was hoped to have all the details at the next monthly meeting of the Comeragh Council. It is understood the list of landbanks should indicate which are suitable, or not, for building social housing.

Several more months before proposed houses at Portlaw expected to be built TWELVE new houses proposed for Portlaw are still at ‘stage 3’ pre-tender approval with the Department and it still could be several months before there is any work on site. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune said he thought the houses, which are proposed for Coolfin, Portlaw, would have been built as soon as the Council granted permission. “This is going on two years now,” he pointed out. Cllr. Clune was informed

there are four stages to the process - stage 1 which is permission to commence process; stage 2 which is public display for submissions; stage 3 which is pre-tender approval which has to go to the Department with a cost plan before it goes to tender; and stage 4 which is post-tender and appointing of contractor. While no timeline was given as to when work will commence at Coolfin, Portlaw, it is expected it will be another several months before any work takes place.

IWDG on their website www.iwdg.ie and keep up-to-

date with other sightings around the coastline.

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Gradam Gnó na nDéise - Irish in Business Awards 2017 BA mhaith le Oifig na Gaeilge, Comhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge, Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise & Glór na nGael buíochas a ghabháil le na gnóthaí ar fad i gCo Phort Láirge a ghlac páirt i nGradam Gnó na nDéise i mbliana & sna blianta atá thart. Tá gnóthaí contae Phort Láirge le moladh as ucht an spéis atá léirithe acu sa Ghaeilge agus an obair atá ar siúl i gnóthaí éagsúla ar fud an chontae chun an Ghaeilge a chur chun chinn. Tá buíochas ag dul chomh maith do na h-urraitheoirí uile, Dungarvan Leader, WLRfm, Beat 102-103 agus Údarás na Gaeltachta, agus chuig Cumann Tráchtála Dhún Garbhán & Iarthar Phort Láirge agus Foras na Gaeilge de bharr an tacaíocht gur chuir siad ar fáil do Ghradam Gnó na nDéise thar na blianta. Is iad buaiteoirí Gradam Gnó na nDéise 2017 ná: Comharthaíocht & Ábhar Priontáilte = Club Gailf Dún Garbhán (urraithe ag The Dungarvan Leader). Seirbhís & Nuálaíocht = Freedom Scoil Surfála (urraithe ag WLR FM).

Dul Chun Cinn is Fearr = Féile Bia Iarthar Phort Láirge (urraithe ag Beat FM). Comhlacht Gaeltachta is Fearr = Criostal na Rinne (urraithe ag Údarás na Gaeltachta). Bhí urraíocht de luach €2,000 ann in iomlán. Bhí teastas speisialta bronnta ar Chlann Mhic Craith de bharr comharthaíocht Gaeilge & dátheangach ar earraí a bhí forbartha agus ar díol acu don Teacht le Chéile Idirnáisiúnta Clann Mhic Craith. Beidh Gradam Gnó na nDéise ag glacadh sos i 2018 agus bheadh súil againn go mbeidh an Gradam ar ais arís i 2019 agus athbhrandáil déanta ar mar chuid den obair atá le tosnú chun stádas mar Bhaile Seirbhíse Gaeltachta a lorg do Dhún Garbhán. Beidh Oifig na Gaeilge, Comhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge & Glór na nGael ag cur tacaíocht ar fáil do phobal Dhún Garbhán chun Plean Teanga a chur le chéile chun gur féidir le Dún Garbhán stádas a bhaint amach mar Bhaile Seirbhísí Gaeltachta. Beidh treoir agus cabhair ar fáil ó oifigigh Fhoras na Gaeilge

Buaiteoirí agus comheagraithe Ghradaim Ghnó na nDéise 2017/Winners and organisers of this year’s Gradam Gnó na nDéise Irish in Business Awards: Ar chúl/back row- Dónal Connolly West Waterford Festival of Food; Seán Drohan, WLR & Beat 102-103 FM; Declan Walsh, Cumann Gailf Dhún Garbhán; Olivia and Danny McGrath, Clann Mhic Craith; Máire Seó Breathnach, Oifigeach Gaeilge Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge & comheagraí na nGradam; Éamonn Terry, Criostal na Rinne; John Considine, Cumann Gailf Dhún Garbhán; Séamus Ó Lonáin, Oifigeach Gaeilge Cúnta, Waterford City & County Council; Críostóir Ó Faoláin, Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise; Chun tosaigh/Front row- Martina McKeon, The McGrath Clann; Angela Murphy & Christina O'Keeffe, Dungarvan Golf Club; Rachel Ní Riada, Údarás na Gaeltachta and Cabrini De Barra, Glór na nGael. [David Clynch] chomh maith. Bheadh cur chun chinn na Gaeilge i gcúrsaí gnó mar chuid den phlean san. Má tá spéis ag aon gnó a

Angela Murphy, Captaen na mBan Christina O'Keeffe, Cathaoirleach John Considine agus Captaen na bhFear Declan Walsh ó Chumann Gailf Dhún Garbhán ag glacadh leis an ngradam mar bhuaiteoir an chatagóir ‘Comharthaíocht & Ábhar Priontáilte’ de chuid Ghradam Gnó na nDéise ó Chabríní De Barra, Oifigeach Forbartha le Glór na nGael agus comheagraí na nGradam. In easnaimh ón ngrianghraf tá Seán Ó Ciarba, Leas-Chaptaen an Chumainn.

bheith páirteach sa choiste don Bhaile Seirbhíse Gaeltachta, déan teangmháil le Máire Seo Breathnach ag

msbreathnach@waterfordcouncil.ie nó Cabríní de Barra ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. Beidh an chéad cruinniú ar siúl ar an

Déardaoin 13 Iúil 2017 ag 17:30 in Oifigí Cathartha Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge, Dún Garbhán.

Rachel Ní Riada, ar son na n-urraitheoirí Údarás na Gaeltachta, ag bronnadh an ghradaim ar Éamonn Turraoin ó Chriostal na Rinne, buaiteoirí an chatagóir ‘Comhlacht Gaeltachta is Fearr’ i nGradam Gnó na nDéise i mbliana. [David Clynch]

[David Clynch]

Seán Drohan, ar son na n-urraitheoirí Beat 102-103 FM, ag bronnadh an ghradaim ar Dhónal Ó Conghaile, Cathaoirleach Fhéile Bia Iarthar Phort Láirge, buaiteoirí an chatagóir ‘Gnó Nua/Dul Chun Cinn is Fearr’ i nGradam Gnó na nDéise i mbliana. Sa ghrianghraf chomh maith tá Críostóir Ó Faoláin, Bainisteoir Forbartha Chomhlucht [David Clynch] Forbartha na nDéise, comheagraí na nGradam.

Martina McKeon, Olivia agus Danny McGrath, ionadaithe ó Chlann Mhic Craith ag glacadh le Teastas Aitheantais ó Chabríní De Barra, Oifigeach Forbartha le Glór na nGael, as ucht páirt a ghlacadh i nGradam Gnó na nDéise i mbliana. [David Clynch]

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Councillor wants Council to take over and refurbish ‘derelict’ hotel WATERFORD City and County Council has no role in taking over a ‘derelict’ hotel on the outskirts of Dungarvan to refurbish it. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil said the thatched-roof building located at the Old Pike Inn “has been in dereliction for the last couple of years”. He said the hotel was given permission by the Council at the

time, which he described as “totally unacceptable”. “Is there anything the Council can do to repair the building and bring it back into use, such as for the Greenway?” he asked. “We do need accommodation in the area and this would be ideal. If we could get something done with it and turn it into a hostel or something because it is a fright to see it lying idle.” Conditional permission had been granted by the former

Waterford County Council in February, 2001, for the development. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin explained the Council wouldn’t have any role in taking on a project like that. “From our point of view it falls under the derelict sites legislation,” he said. “But in regards to taking it over and refurbishing it, that wouldn’t be in our remit.” Cllr. Brazil replied: “Surely

there is something we can do rather than leave it fall down?” “It is up at the top of the Pike Hill and there is lovely scenery up there and it is near the Greenway,” he added. Mr. Galvin said he would talk to his colleagues in planning. “They might be able to do something in terms of action, but we don’t know who owns the site at this stage,” Mr. Galvin added.

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Applicants cannot carry their time on housing list from one county to another HOUSING applicants are being reminded that if they decide to leave Waterford and seek social housing in another county, they will have to make a new application - you cannot carry your time on the housing list from one county to another. This was revealed at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council when outgoing Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John O’Leary had queried the matter.

He said he was aware of a long term applicant on the list who moved to another county to see if they could get social housing, but it did not work out, so they returned to Waterford. “When they returned they had to make a new application and start from scratch again with Waterford Council,” Cllr. O’Leary said. A spokesperson for the housing section of Waterford Council

stated that a housing applicant “can only be on one housing list at any given time”. “If you move outside the county, you have to close your current open application with Waterford Council before any other local authority will accept an application from you,” the spokesperson said. “Once you close your application with us, you are off the system. If you decide to return to

Waterford, you will have to reapply and its a new application starting from scratch. “You don’t carry your time from one county with you to another county,” the spokesperson added. Cllr. O’Leary described the system as “draconian”. “I think it is very harsh on someone who is making an honest attempt to get themselves housed,” he added.

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Award winning recent Crawford grads in Joan Clancy Gallery THE Summer Group show featuring 2017 Crawford Fine Art & Applied Art prizewinning graduates Róisín Downey, Brendan Ryan and Robyn Deasy is opening in Joan Clancy Gallery at 7.30 p.m. on Friday, July 14th until Saturday, July 29th, daily 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. including the weekend. “In 2014, we formalised our relationship with CIT CCAD as part of our ongoing commitment to promoting emerging talent and have selected these three outstanding grads from the Crawford Degree Show Beyond Dialogue to exhibit in Joan Clancy Gallery!” said Joan. Roisin Downey’s awards include two CIT Purchase Prizes and one piece was purchased by the Office of Public Works (OPW) for the State Collection. Her work is inspired by the short stories of novelist Kevin Barry that capture the dark humour and blunt nature of the people of rural Ireland. “The idyllic rural Ireland from childhood memories can still be found in some pockets of the countryside. The paintings both provide comfort and longing for the past in the assurance that the Ireland captured in paint will never change. However, its aim is also to confront the viewer with the reality of a rapidly changing modern Ireland” said Roisin. Brendan Ryan’s ceramics bear a direct link between his background in the culinary arts and his rural background. He is a qualified chef. “Hughie O’Donoghue, Harry Clarke and Pablo Picasso are an important influence on my work. I admire their use of colour, line and composition” he explained. “This body of work is inspired by the

BRENDAN RYAN © Hawthorn Two (Ceramic 41x22cm).

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Council will carry out repairs to Portlaw footpath later in year

ROISIN DOWNEY © “It’s a place for connoisseurs...” (Oil on canvas 60x60cm). lay of the land and the house in Co Cork where I grew up. The Hawthorn tree grows well in this landscape, its growth influenced by the direction of the prevailing winds and in Winter can be stark against a grey sky”. The recipient of two exhibition awards and an Internship from the Ceramics Dept in Crawford his work is also in the OPW, CIT and PM Group collections. Honoured with three awards at the Crawford graduates exhibition, Robyn Deasy is part of the Cork City Council Collection. “In my work I aim to capture the intangible, ephemeral

moments while concentrating on the human body. Using a mix of media, blind drawing, layering and reworking I aim to create an authentic impression by showing a narrative of my own perception” she explained. Established in 2000, Joan Clancy Gallery, Mweelahorna, Ring, Dungarvan, Co Waterford is located in the Waterford Gaeltacht between the Cunnigar Beach and Coláiste na Rinne, twenty minutes from Waterford Greenway. Info: 086-813-4597 info@joanclancygallery.com www.joanclancygallery.com

ROBYN DEASY © Amy (Mixed media on paper 180x150cm).

WATERFORD Council will carry out repairs to a section of footpath at Connolly Road, Portlaw, later this year. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Ray Murphy highlighted that the footpaths at Connolly Road are “in extremely poor condition”. He noted the matter was discussed by the Council several months ago and queried if the problem would be addressed sometime in the Summer. Concurring, Cllr. Declan Clune said the footpath “has been in a desperate state for the last number of years”, as is a section of footpath at Brown Street. “Can you add those footpaths to your list because

they are very bad,” Cllr. Clune said. District Engineer, Maria Goff confirmed the Council would carry out some repairs to the footpath at Connolly Road later this year. FOOTPATHS TO CURRAGHMORE Meanwhile, Cllr. Murphy said he understood that footpaths had been approved from Portlaw’s Square up to Curraghmore in 2014 and asked whether that work would progress. Ms. Goff said she wasn’t aware of any plans to do that work by the Council, but was aware of an application made under the Town and Urban Village Renewal Scheme for funding. She said if funding is made available under that scheme, she expected the work to be undertaken.

Resurfacing N25 Gortavickory works expected to last for the next six weeks works expected to begin in the Summer RESURFACING work for Portlaw’s town centre is expected to commence later in the Summer. Cllr. Ray Murphy sought an update at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council in relation to a start time for resurfacing works and a speed ramp at Queen Street and resurfacing work at the Square. He also asked if resurfacing work was due to take place in Kilmacthomas at the GAA field. Concurring, Cllr. Liam Brazil said he has previously raised the issue of resurfacing needed at Kilmacthomas. District Engineer, Maria Goff said the work is expected to take place at those locations sometime in the Summer. “We plan to meet with the contractors later this week and discuss a detailed programme of works,” she said. “I’ll come back to you afterwards with commencement dates.”

WORKS being undertaken at Gortavickory on the N25 are due to last for the next six weeks. There were problems with drainage, cracking and skid resistance at the location. It is expected the work will include digging out the damaged section of the climbing lane and reconstructing it, putting in a new filter drain. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil queried how long the work would last and whether traffic management would be needed, considering the road would be very busy with tourists and visitors at this time of year. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Foley confirmed that temporary traffic lights would be needed to manage traffic during works. “The works will probably take four to six weeks,” he said. “Unfortunately, due to health and safety, the contractor felt it wasn’t reasonable to allow two-way traffic there during works, so there will be temporary traffic lights in place,” Mr. Hynes said. “It is an inconvenience unfortunately, but there is nothing we can do about that,” he added.

Traffic calming work around Portlaw school to take place during Summer holidays ROAD traffic calming consisting of new signage and re-lining will be carried out at Portlaw National School during the Summer holidays. Cllr. Ray Murphy had asked the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council whether there was an update in relation to works needed for new signage and re-lining at the front and rear of the school. District Engineer, Maria Goff said the work will be carried out during the Summer when the school is closed. Cllr. Declan Clune expressed thanks to Ms. Goff for recently meeting with him, as well as the Board of Management at the School, the Parents Association and Gardaí, regarding future plans for traffic management around the school and in relation to low cost measures for the Carrick Road.

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Councillor believes Council has responsibility over derelict private house in Council estate A COMERAGH Councillor said he believes the Council have some sort of responsibility regarding a privately owned house which has become derelict in a Council housing estate. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil said the private house is located in Hillview Estate, Kilmacthomas. “The house has been privately owned since 2003 and it became derelict in 2004,” Cllr. Brazil said. “At the moment it is in awful state with no windows or doors and people going in and out of it.

The neighbours feel it is very unsafe for them and it is unsightly,” he said. “At the end of the day, the Council sold this house to the private individual in this social estate, so I believe that we, as a Council, have some responsibility to our tenants in that estate.” Cllr. Brazil was informed that the matter would be raised with the Council’s housing team and they would revert back to him with any suggestions / decisions.

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recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, pointing out that Stradbally was one of the ‘Seven Villages Sewerage Scheme’ and queried how the situation would be rectified and keep the beach free from bacteria and toxins. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes, said the HSE was instructed to take weekly samples and the latest rest results showed the bathing water quality to be sufficient. “However, we will take further

samples over the coming weeks and we will take advice from the HSE regarding the current notice,” Mr. Hynes said. “Depending on the next set of results, we may be able to lift the restriction.” Mr. Hynes reiterated that the warning to bathers not to swim at Stradbally Cove will remain in place until further notice. The high bacteria count at Stradbally Cove is believed to be caused from river discharge.

Council still pursuing possibility of can recycling in rural areas WATERFORD Council is still pursuing the possibility of locating can recycling bring banks in rural areas like Ballymacarbry and Touraneena. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan

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Forecast promising for Comeraghs Wild Festival July 14th to 16th ALL roads lead to the Comeragh Mountains and Waterford’s stunning Greenway over the coming days as the long-awaited Comeraghs Wild Festival gets underway on Friday, July 14th. Record numbers are expected to support the extended programme of free and ticketed events, all of which run in and around the Comeraghs and the Greenway over the coming days. Free events include storytelling at the Coach House, Kilmacthomas, on Saturday, July 15th, from 7.00 p.m. with Ireland’s greatest living storyteller, Eddie Lenihan. There’s also a seaweed foraging expedition with expert Bruce MacDonald which includes a rare culinary experience. On their return to the Visitor Centre, participants will enjoy a tasty lunch comprised of an assortment of locally produced, seaweed based foods. Saturday is very much a family day with an Alice in Wonderland themed picnic in Kilmacthomas, a community event in Portlaw which culminates in a disco with WLRFM DJ John O’Shea and so much more. Also new this year is the Comeragh Wilderness Camp and Family Fun Events at Boolacloghagh, Rathgormack from 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. on Saturday. It includes food over the fire, archery, woodland crafts, a craft sale and more. A shuttle bus will run from the

Hiking Centre for those who want to take part in the Lough Moghra Guided Walk.The meetup time is now 5.00 p.m. at the Hiking Centre, Rathgormack. Those who fancy a hike on Sunday and are over 18 are encouraged to book their place now on a walk to Coumshingaun with Mario. Local acoustic harmony trad group, Dunáill, headline a not-tobe-missed intimate concert accompanied by Tramore acoustic Americana band, Still House Down, delicious breads and foccacias supplied by Seagull Bakery will be available at the Copper Coast Geopark on Sunday evening from 7.00 p.m. Tickets are just €10. Tickets also remain on sale at €10 and will be on sale on the night for a Feile at the Falls on the opening night with uilleann piper, David Power, talented harpist, Triona Marshall, and poetry reading with broadcaster, Olivia O’Leary. A massive crowd is also expected for one of the two closing events, a concert featuring Gina and the Champions who will be joined on stage by Dale Haze in Kilmacthomas on Sunday, July 16th. There’s also walks, talks and outdoor theatre in Portlaw with Chapter House Theatre Company at Curraghmore House and Gardens which celebrates the 300th anniversary of the marriage of Katherine De La

Pictured ahead of the free Alice in Wonderland-themed Teddy Bears Picnic as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival which runs from July 14th to 16th and includes music, storytelling, fun in the mountains and so much more were Ultan McCusker (12), Shane Power (11), Lauren Kavanagh (9) and Brian Veale (10) as well as Lilly-Anne Fahey (8) and Nicole Walsh (7). For more, log on to www.ComeraghsWild.com. [Patrick Browne] Poer and Marcus Beresford on Sunday. Tickets for the talks remain on sale through Lismore Heritage Centre. Festival spokesperson, Bernadette Drohan, said it’s shap-

ing up to be a great weekend. “We’ve had great feedback from the public and we’re looking forward to a fantastic weekend. The Waterford Greenway has been a huge boost to The Comeraghs

and other communities and it’s great that many of the events can be accessed or viewed from it. “The Festival celebrates all that is authentic and special about this region and we encourage the

public to log on to our website, www.ComeraghsWild.com and come along for what promises to be a fantastic few days of music, storytelling, walks, talks and so much more,” she added.

Great turnout for launch of Thursday’s Child, autobiography of renal dialysis patient Liz McCue, at Kilmacthomas Library THURSDAY’S CHILD – Stories of survival from a feisty renal warrior, the autobiography of Kilmacthomas resident and renal dialysis patient Liz McCue, was launched at Kilmacthomas Library on Friday, 23rd June. Friends and neighbours from the locality packed the beautiful venue to support their friend and author on her wonderful achievement and were joined by Claire Meaney, Acting Director of Waterford Healing Arts Trust, who published Thursday’s Child. Thursday’s Child charts Liz McCue’s early days growing up in Dublin in the shadow of the Guinness-owned Knockmaroon Estate, her turbulent teenage years in England and her later life back in

Ireland, and describes with tremendous heart, searing honesty and great humour the challenges of a life marked with ill-health and family heartache. Librarian Laura Kirwan, who organised the event at Kilmacthomas Library, was full of praise for Liz McCue, who she described as “inspirational”. Thursday’s Child is available to purchase at The Book Centre, Waterford and Waterford Healing Arts Trust at University Hospital Waterford, price €10. Further details are available from www.waterfordhealingarts.com Waterford Healing Arts Trust (WHAT) is Ireland’s leading arts and

health programme. Established in 1993, WHAT brings arts experiences to the bedsides of patients at University Hospital Waterford (UHW) and other healthcare settings. WHAT has been running an arts programme in the renal dialysis unit of UHW since 2007, supported by the Punchestown Kidney Research Fund. WHAT believes that the arts contribute to the wellbeing and vitality of society and that engaging with the arts stimulates the participant’s sense of identity and creativity. WHAT also supports the development of arts and health in Ireland and manages the national website www.artsandhealth.ie

Renal dialysis patient and author Liz McCue, from Kilmacthomas, with friend Kate Dolinska, at the recent launch of Liz’s book Thursday’s Child.

Renal dialysis patient and author Liz McCue, from Kilmacthomas, with friend Mary Murray, at the recent launch of Liz’s book Thursday’s Child.

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Renal dialysis patient and author Liz McCue, from Kilmacthomas, with Claire Meaney, Acting Arts Director of Waterford Healing Arts Trust, at the recent launch of Liz’s book Thursday’s Child [Michael Faulkner]

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Aglish academic wins Waterford Institute of Technology's 2017 Excellence in Post-Graduate Supervision Award THE evaluation panel members were impressed by the thought Dr. Aidan Duane puts into planning research and training activities for his postgraduate researchers. Waterford Institute of Technology's (WIT) 2017 Excellence in Post-graduate Supervision Award has gone to Lecturer and Researcher in Information Systems in the WIT School of Business, Dr. Aidan Duane. From Newcastle West, County Limerick and now living in Aglish, County Waterford, Aidan has a daughter Angelina and he is married to Irina, the owner of Happy Memories Photography. Following the announcement Dr. Duane said he was very honoured. “I would like to dedicate it to my current and former research students without whose hard work and dedication, this award would not have been possible. I have a deep love of research and it is a privilege to work with such a high calibre of research students, exchanging insight and experiences in the pursuit of new knowledge and skills,” he said. The WIT Post-graduate Supervision Award seeks to recognise sustained excellence in the supervision of postgraduate research. It provides a means for the Institute community to acknowledge the exceptional efforts that nominees and awardees from the WIT academic staff put into guiding and supporting research post-graduates in what is typically a very intensive and demanding programme of research and scholarship. Dr. Duane was nominated by two post-graduate researchers on the Doctor of Business Administration programme who cited his dedication in supporting all of the research students he supervises. The evaluation panel members were hugely impressed by the thought he puts into planning the research and training activities for the postgraduate researchers under his supervision and how he guides them to achieve strong academic outputs without compromising other parts of their professional and personal life. Dr. Brendan Jennings, WIT’s Head of Graduate Studies said: “This year’s awardee, Dr Aidan Duane, exemplifies our ongoing focus on supporting our research post-graduates to generate high quality research outputs and develop expertise which will greatly assist them in their future careers.” Supervising post-graduate research projects is a considerable undertaking that extends well beyond the guiding the progress of a research project over a number of years.

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Hurlers were magnificent IT was a celebration on the double for Waterford hurlers and their faithful fans last Saturday evening as they advanced to the Quarter final of the All Ireland Hurling Championship in Thurles in front of an enthusiastic crowd of supporters. The already hallowed sod of Semple Stadium has taken on another major significance for the Déise, as it played host to the thrilling encounter where Waterford laid the fifty-eight year ghost of being unable to master Kilkenny in a Championship game to rest at last. This should be the last psychological obstacle to Waterford winning a Senior title, with the added bonus that their passage home will be a Kilkenny-free one. This was, by any yardstick, a great team victory with every one of the players punching in a championship winning performance; holding their nerve when the going got tough and pulling out all the stops to conquer a traditional foe who, many times over the years, seemed unbeatable. With an eight point lead going into the last ten minutes, fans had every right to expect a victory in normal time, but Kilkenny can prove as difficult to bury as Dracula and the cats proved this with a devastating revival which almost won them the game in normal time. Fending off the Black and Amber took great Waterford character to eventually gain a reprieve and earn extra time. It was a revitalised Waterford side which took on the additional twenty minutes and quickly made their mark and then got the important scores which gave them an unassailable lead. The scenes of unmitigated joy after the game in Thurles, Dungarvan and anywhere Deise fans assembled, were entirely justified. Too concerned with the celebration of this historic win, there was no sign of any triumphalism

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate which might have marred a historic occasion. Despite being part of the upper echelon of the game for decades, provincial and All Ireland titles have been scarce for Waterford and this historic breakthrough may herald an era where the Deise can take its rightful place contesting and winning Munster and All Ireland titles. First though, there is the important final half of this year’s campaign to complete successfully which will have been made psychologically possible by last Saturday’s victory. It will not be easy, but it is well within their capabilities and a September celebration in Grattan Square is eminently possible. We congratulate all concerned with this victory and wish them a successful completion to their campaign.

A rethink on SKY is necessary WHILE dedicated sports followers watched the magnificent Waterford / Kilkenny encounter on pay-TV from Sky, the vast majority of fans of both counties had to settle for what was a brilliant, though picture-less, account of the game from WLR-fm or other radio stations. GAA supporters who turn out to local matches week after week and look forward to the big games on TV, had to settle for the same level of coverage as they had enjoyed in 1948 and 1959 courtesy of radio.

The absence of this game from the free-to-air TV coverage has been heavily criticised by many genuine supporters who do not subscribe to Sky or travel to games through age or lack of resources. While the GAA may contend that they must maximise their income in all available ways, the absence of TV coverage on either RTE or TG4 for such an important game is a heavy price for loyal fans to pay for enhancing the coffers of an already well-off organisation. While the absent fans will laud the courage, tenacity and skill of the stalwart Deise players and their backroom support, they will direct no plaudits to the higher echelons of the GAA who made the selfish decision to sell the broadcasting rights to pay-tv at the expense of their loyal weekly attendance, or those whose lot it is to follow the game from their living rooms.

Not to be tolerated THE empty flower tub in Grattan Square is the only evidence of an act of hooliganism carried out during the night of last Saturday / Sunday last. Early morning visitors to the centre of town could not but notice the colourful flowers scattered across the cobbles and the empty box beside them. It is not unreasonable to believe that the vast, vast majority of people enjoy the colourful spectacle of the well-filled tubs and who believe that we had left the bad old days of such anti-social behaviour behind. We rely on the Gardai to establish through CCTV if available, or enquiries if it is not, the identity of the perpetrators and to deal with them through the proper channels. Dungarvan is enjoying an enormous uplift to the town’s reputation countrywide as a result of a concentrated campaign of physical improvement and widespread promotion. This kind of hooliganism we can well do without and it should not and hopefully, will not be tolerated.

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Public reminded to report all occurrences of Japanese Knotweed The July Members Car Draw winner was Paddy Dwane, Abbeyside, and he opted to take the €10,000 cash. Pictured (l. to r.): Paddy Dwane Jnr., Paddy Dwane Snr. (winner) and Teresa Collins (DCU).

MEMBERS of the public are being reminded that if they come across the invasive species known as Japanese Knotweed on public or private land, to immediately report it to the local authority. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said he has received calls about the weed at the sides of roads in the Comeragh area. “I thought we would have a programme in place where it would be identified so that

people would know what it is and warnings not to cut it,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin confirmed that the Council has a reporting tool on their website (www.waterfordcouncil.ie) which allows people to report occurrences of knotweed. “There are photographs on the website as well to help people identify Japanese Knotweed,” he said. “We would ask the public, where they do come across suspected knotweed, to send in

a notification to us, so we can go and look at it and we’ll mark the area with signs. “Where areas are identified, the weed will be treated.” He encouraged people to contact the Council’s Environment Section either via phone, email, or the website when they discover suspected Japanese Knotweed. The Council can be contacted on 0761-10-20-20 or japaneseknotweed@waterfordcouncil.ie

We also had additional winners this month in the Car Draw Cash Prize, Karen Flavin won €1,000, Maureen Reynolds won €500, Eileen Tobin won €500, Mary-Ann Foley won €500 and Michelle Whelan won €500. Congratulations to everyone who was drawn this month. Remember you can join the Car Draw any time! Pictured left: Karen Flavin (winner) and Teresa Collins (DCU). Pictured centre: Maureen Reynolds (winner) and Cliodhna Wadding (DCU). Pictured right: Eileen Tobin (winner) and Sean Cleary (DCU).

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Co-ownership model windfarm worth €140m to local economy THE committee of BSB Community Energy have published figures on the proposed economic benefit of the project in advance of the information event from 4.30 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. at Barron Hall, Stradbally, on Thursday 13th July. They have reported a good response to the publication of the project details, and say that following the information event, modifications will be considered to ensure local acceptability of the project, which they say is in accordance with the Code of Practice on Community Engagement for Wind Developments, published by the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment in 2016. According to Paul Kenny of Tipperary Energy Agency, who has assisted the group in creating its community financing model: “Projects like this are a balancing act between local concerns and benefits”. “The overall proposed investment is potentially €140m over 30 years, a huge boost to the area at a time when there are very few new business generating income and employment. Our innovative community-owned project, which we based on the Danish wind cooperative model, guaran-

tees that 90 percent of that amount will stay in the locality,” said Mr. Kenny. “Between local salaries for ongoing maintenance and operation, dividend, rates and land leases, the project represents a €4.5m per year stimulus to the local economy, equivalent to an employer of over 100 people in the area (based on average salary of €40,000 per year). Corporate windfarms return only 10 percent of that.” The committee of BSB says that the co-ownership model they are proposing is broken down as follows: 22 percent of the shares to the initial investors; 41 percent of the shares to go to second round investors (on planning approval); 14 percent of the shares to a proposed Local Community Benefit Fund and Individual Household Shares – with another 23 percent of the shares, if required, to external investor equity. Under the community benefit proposal, BSB say that individual local householders and community groups would gain to the tune of €350,000 per year from the windfarm. This includes €50,000 per year between houses within 1 kilometre of a turbine – (approximately €1,200 per year per house); €230,000 per year between the remaining houses in

the parish – (approximately €500 per year per house) and finally €70,000 per year for a Community Benefit Fund – available to local clubs and groups. Apart from this, the promoters say that the project would pay up to €300,000 per year on rates to Waterford City and County Council (money that also goes back into the local economy), along with a maintenance contract worth €1.5 million per year. The project financing model also builds in a decommissioning fund so that the project can be removed and dismantled at the end of 30 years. According to BSB Chairman Paddy Power: “This project is a unique in Ireland, and offers a once in a generation opportunity for the parish”. “We hope people will attend the information event and ask whatever questions they have.We will fully abide by the new national wind development guidelines,” said Mr. Power. “These will give clarity to all stakeholders and deal squarely with the issues of shadow flicker, noise and set back distances.They should also fill out the feedback form which seeks people’s views on all aspects of the project, including the local community benefit fund, and local interest in

visiting the proposed project locations.” Individuals or groups seeking to make an individual appointments with the company, are asked to contact Gearóíd Fitzgibbon, who is overseeing the community engagement process, on 085-7409023 or by email: fitzgibbon.g@gmail.com. Project details and the online feedback form are published on the website www.bsbcommunityenergy.com Feedback given is completely confidential. Information is also available by liking or following the groups Facebook page www.facebook.com/BSBComm unityEnergy. Mr. Kenny added: “We are happy to be supporting this project”. “With proper input from the community, this project has the capacity to lead the way for community energy in Ireland. The fossil fuel industry has created a lot of unjustified fear about wind energy, with some of the research mentioned sponsored directly by the billionaire US Oil Barrons the Koch brothers, funders of the Tea Party and opposed to any action on climate change. The impacts of climate change for the south coast are stark, with Cork and Waterford threatened by rising sea levels.”

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Curraghmore House & Gardens celebrates landmark 300th anniversary on July 16th A MARRIAGE of distant cousins that changed Irish history will be commemorated and celebrated next weekend as one of the country’s most majestic country estates opens its gates and doors to the public for a very special event. Curraghmore House and Gardens in Portlaw, to the west of Waterford City, has remained in the same family for at least six centuries. For the last three hundred years it has been the seat of the Beresfords, Marquesses of Waterford. On Sunday, July 16th, the tercentenary of the union of these two families and the marriage of two distant cousins from opposite ends of the country, Catherine Power and Marcus Beresford, will be celebrated as part of the annual Comeraghs Wild Festival. To commemorate the landmark anniversary, Lord and Lady Waterford and their family are hosting a series of talks in the upper hall and using the dining room for morning coffee and afternoon tea between talks. Celebrations close with ‘Pride and Prejudice’ performed by

Chapter House Theatre Company on the front lawn. Tickets for Pride and Prejudice are available from Curraghmore and from Garter Lane Arts Centre while tickets for the walks and talks are available directly from Curraghmore or from Lismore Heritage Centre on 058-54975. Local Historian, Julian Walton, is one of a number of experts who will be involved in the commemorations. “On 16th July 1717, Catherine was married to an Ulster cousin, Sir Marcus Beresford of Coleraine, Baronet, whose ancestor had come to Ireland over a hundred years previously as an official of the Plantation of Ulster. It was his 23rd birthday; Catherine was aged fifteen and a half. This marriage united two families and two landed estates from opposite ends of the country and produced what was effectively, by the end of the 18th century, the most powerful political dynasty in Ireland. “Sir Marcus was created Earl of Tyrone in 1746, and after his death Catherine successfully claimed the title Baroness la Poer

in right of her medieval ancestors. They died in 1763 and 1769 respectively and are commemorated by a huge monument in Clonegam Church. “During their reign the great courtyard was built to the design of John Roberts. It is the biggest in Ireland and rivals that of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. The room over the entrance hall, the medieval tower, was redecorated at this time, with stucco work by the Lafranchini brothers. They also had a residence in the capital – Tyrone House in Marlborough Street, now owned by the Department of Education. Lady Catherine was busy too: she built the pretty shell-house in the grounds, the finest in Ireland, putting up the shells with her own hands in 261 days in the year 1754. “Marcus and Catherine had a large family – of their fifteen children, nine survived to adulthood, three sons and six daughters. When you enter the outer hall at Curraghmore, your eye is immediately caught by the huge group portrait that occupies most of the left-hand wall. Painted in about 1760 by John Astley, it

depicts the ageing Sir Marcus Beresford, Earl of Tyrone, and his wife Lady Catherine Power, surrounded by their nine children, all now well into adulthood. The 300th anniversary commemoration opens with a morning lecture on ‘The Powers of Curraghmore’ by Mr Kenneth W Nicholls, one of the most widely respected Irish historians of the twentieth century. The second lecture, ‘16th July 1717: A Marriage that changed Irish History?’ by Julian Walton is set to be a big hit. Julian has delighted radio listeners with historical anecdotes about things that happened in and around Waterford. Afternoon lectures start at 2.00 p.m. and focus on ‘The evolution of the gardens and demesne at Curraghmore’ by Willie Fraher, Curator Waterford County Museum, followed by Afternoon Tea in the Dining room. It will be followed by a walk through the gardens with Head Gardener, Michael Murphy, and Willie Fraher. This will be a great opportunity to ask questions and get an insight into managing the gardens and plans for the future.

Catherine Power and Marcus Beresford, married 300 years ago on July 16th, 2017. A Service follows at Clonagam Church, the resting place of Marcus and Catherine. Chapter House Theatre Company close the evening with

Pride and Prejudice on the front lawn from 6.00 p.m. For more on the 300th anniversary celebrations, log on to www.curraghmorehouse.ie

People of Waterford are reminded to Nominate Ireland’s Most Dedicated Pharmacists Deadline for nominations for the Clanwilliam Pharmacist Awards is July 21st THE Clanwilliam Pharmacist Awards have launched for 2017 and the organisers are reminding the people of Waterford to nominate pharmacists who go above and beyond for their patients. It is an opportunity to recognise a pharmacist who has had a positive impact in the life of an individual or even a whole community while performing their duty. “We all know that a pharmacist is more than a dispenser of medicines, but rather a trusted adviser who has the patient’s best interests at heart. Today we are calling on the public to tell us about their standout interactions with pharmacists around the country. We want you to tell us what they did to improve your health or to positively impact your life. At the Clanwilliam Pharmacist Awards 2017, a special Patient Nominated Award will be presented to the pharmacist who has had most impact,” said Eileen Byrne, Managing Director, Clanwilliam Health. Those interested in suggesting a pharmacist deserving of this recognition are encouraged to fill out the online nomination form before July 21st. The winning pharmacist will be recognised in the company of their peers, with over 300 representatives from all sectors of pharmacy, including pharmacists in hospital, community, industry and academic set-

tings, attending the Clanwilliam Pharmacist Awards 2017. The Patient Nominated Award, sponsored by the Irish Pharmacy Union, is one of ten categories including the Professional Excellence Award and the Young Pharmacist of the Year Award which will be announced on Saturday, November 18th in the Mansion House, Dublin. “The Clanwilliam Pharmacists Awards 2017 will provide an opportunity to recognise the phenomenal work which takes place across all pharmacy sectors every day in Ireland. It’s important to dwell on the contribution of the pharmacy profession to healthcare in Ireland as a whole, and also to recognise the individuals and teams who are nominated in each category. No award is more important than the one nominated by patients – pharmacists serve the public, so to be nominated in this way is seen by the entire pharmacy community to be a distinguished honour. Another noteworthy aspect of the awards is the support they offer for the Pharmacy Benevolent Fund, which helps those who have been associated with the pharmacy and who are now in need of assistance,” said Daragh Connolly, President of the Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU). An adjudicating panel com-

prised of respected pharmacists from various branches of the profession will select three finalists for each category (announced in October) and a winner for each which will be revealed on the Awards Night itself on November 18th. The recipient of the Patient

Nominated Award in 2016 has joined organisers in calling on the public to submit details of pharmacists who deserve to be recognised with the honour. “Receiving this award meant the world to me – I’ve always tried to give my patients 110%, so to have this recognised was

very special to me and is one of the highlights of my career. If you have encountered a pharmacist who has made a positive difference in your life, please do consider nominating them for this award,” said Clare Long of Foynes Pharmacy. The Clanwilliam Pharmacist

Awards 2017 will take place in the Mansion House on November 18th in aid of the Pharmacy Benevolent Fund. Clanwilliam Health, leading provider of software applications for community and hospital pharmacies, is the proud host of these awards.

Eileen Byrne, Managing Director, Clanwilliam Health; Daragh Connolly, President of the Irish Pharmacy Union and Max Barrett, age 8 from Sutton. [Chris Bellew /Fennell Photography]

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Councillor slams ‘disgusting’ dumping of rubbish at scenic spot in Nire Valley A COUNCILLOR has slammed the culprit(s) who dumped a huge amount of waste in a very scenic area of the Nire Valley much of which could have been recycled for free at any civic amenity site in County Waterford. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan raised the massive scale illegal dumping at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, saying the illegal dumping took place at Moanyarha, at Knockanaffrin in the Nire Valley. “It is just disgusting,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. “It was wanton dumping of rubbish in an area, between Ballymacarbry and Rathgormack, just off the regional road in a very scenic area,” he said. “The culprit(s) went out of their way because this area is off the beaten track.” He asked the Council to thoroughly investigate the matter and bring the culprit(s) to justice. While he suggested CCTV for the area, Director of Services, Fergus Galvin had initially ruled out the idea because the area is very open and there is nowhere to position a CCTV camera, but added: “We’ll see what we can do”. Last Thursday, Cllr. O’Ryan confirmed via his Facebook page that the Council has erected CCTV at the location. “In an effort to stop blatant dumping at Moanyarha Bog, Nire Valley, I have asked the Council to erect CCTV at the

location. I’m glad to say that this has happened and the Gardaí have also been notified that turf has been stolen,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. He encouraged all members of the public to report any unusual activity they see in the area and other similar rural scenic areas, and forward the vehicle registration numbers to the Gardaí or the Council. At the Comeragh meeting, Mr. Galvin acknowledged: “It was a shocking amount of material which was dumped”. “A lot of the material could have been recycled for free. We accept electrical goods into our civic amenity sites for free,” he pointed out. Mr. Galvin said the Council’s environmental team are investigating the illegal dumping incident and have cleaned up the area. If you see illegal dumping, please report it on 0761-10-2020. PORTLAW Waterford Council is proposing to close a public road to vehicle traffic at Portlaw Woods in a bid to curb illegal dumping in the area. Cllr. Declan Clune again highlighted at the Council meeting that nearly 60 acres of woodland in Portlaw Woods was destroyed by a fire two months ago – due to someone setting illegally dumped rubbish on fire. “There is a funding application under the Town and Urban Village Renewal Scheme,

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Time: 2:00-4:00pm Bible lessons, Games, Quizzes, Crafts and prizes! which may help to alleviate some of the problem, because those paths through the woods would be used,” Cllr. Clune said. He asked if the Council has had any contact with Coillte in regards to preventing another such fire and any further illegal dumping in the woods. “It is getting worse and worse every single week,” Cllr. Clune said. Mr. Galvin said the Council has examined a road leading to Portlaw Woods. “It suggests to us that this old road is being used as an access point by people to dump rubbish there,” Mr. Galvin said. “While it is a public road, it is basically a mud track. What we are proposing to do is to temporary close it to traffic and erect some large blocks there. It will still be accessible for pedestrians, cyclists, etc. “We can do this by Executive Order and close the road for six months to see if that has any impact,” he said. “In the interim, we’ll see if we can tidy up the rubbish that is dumped there.” Mr. Galvin said he expected the Executive Order to be confirmed and executed in the next couple of weeks. Cllr. Clune queried if there was any way in which the Council could incentivise the reporting of illegal dumping. “If we had some type of reward scheme for people reporting illegal dumping?” Cllr. Clune

queried. “If it was incentivised, we might have more people inclined to call in details if they see a person or vehicle dumping illegally,” he said. Mr. Galvin didn’t seem enthusiastic about having an incentivised scheme to reward people. He said he would chat with the environmental team and see if there was any way of encouraging people to report more incidents of illegal dumping / littering. MOUNT MELLERAY Meanwhile, an incident of illegal dumping was captured at Mount Melleray Grotto last week. CCTV footage of the alleged offender(s) was posted on the Melleray Grotto Facebook page. The footage shows a vehicle at the location and at least two people, with one person visibly in possession of a black plastic bag, which is deposited behind a low wall. The committee who run the Grotto state that they have the registration of the vehicle. A comment on the Facebook page from the Grotto committee stated: “We at Melleray Grotto are saddened by this vile act of dumping of rubbish. It is completely disrespectful to our volunteers who work hard to keep Our Lady’s Grotto clean and tidy. Please note any forms of dumping or damage will be notified to the Gardai.”

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Further Education Courses in CCN IT COURSES THERE are two fantastic courses to choose from at Coláiste Chathail Naofa. IT AND WEB DESIGN This course will introduce students to the CSS standards for the purpose of building, testing and maintaining websites as well as the core competencies required to effectively use them. The course will discuss concepts relating to the principles of web design in addition to introducing a variety of web development tools, including web editors and content management systems. This will be covered by a variety of different modules including eBusiness Studies,The Internet,Web Authoring, Digital Marketing and Graphic Design Skills. Career opportunities include working in the areas of web design, graphic design and digital marketing. Noreen Palmer is considering using the many skills that she learned on the course to promote her own business, ‘I decided to do this course as I was contemplating returning to work and needed to upgrade my IT skills to improve my job prospects. I am considering the option of becoming self-employed so I wanted to find out how I could go about promoting a business online. I was very interested in the Web Design, Graphic Design and Digital Marketing modules as I felt these could really help me to create a website which I could use to launch, market and promote my business idea online. The eBusiness and Internet modules were very interesting as they gave me the opportunity to learn all about the digital environment, eBusiness structures and the technologies required to get connected and uploaded onto the Internet’. Students that successfully complete the course can also apply through the CAO for places reserved for QQI graduates in many third level institutes. BA in Marketing and Digital Media in WIT, Software Development in LIT and Business Information Systems in UCC are just some of the options available. IT AND COMPUTER PROGRAMMING This is a new course for CCN this year. An ideal course for anyone who would like to gain an insight to the basics of computer programming as there is the opportunity to learn object oriented programming using Java. As one of the top 10 sought after skills in Ireland at the moment is Software Development with Java this course was developed to meet this growing demand. This course is also aimed at those wishing to progress to college to study web design or computer game design. Included on the course are modules in Web Authoring, Maths and Computer Programming as well as Communications and The Internet. Progression opportunities for successful graduates include BSc Software Systems Development in WIT, Business Information Systems in UCC and Creative Multimedia in the LIT campus in Clonmel. APPLY NOW FOR REMAINING PLACES The application form is available from the school office or on our website at www.ccndungarvan.com. Some places have been offered at the May interviews. Applicants will be contacted in August about interviews in September. Follow us on facebook at Coláiste Chathail Naofa – College of Further Education @ccnplc for the latest updates. Noreen Palmer has no regrets about choosing to study at Coláiste Chathail Naofa, ‘CCN is a wonderful place to study as the facilities are great and the staff are very committed to helping each student reach their full potential. I would highly recommend this course.’

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Grattan Square Heritage Plaque Project

Plaque Location: The Wine Buff, 17 Grattan Square, Dungarvan

ATHLETE, GAA ADMINISTRATOR, IRISH LANGUAGE ACTIVIST AND REPUBLICAN DAN FRAHER (1852-1929) Dan was born on the 18th of November 1852 at Skaheens in the Parish of Seskinane. He married Mary Walsh of Portnascully and they had two children, Cait and Maurice. Maurice was the first pupil to attend Scoil Éanna, a secondary school for boys set up in 1908 in Ranelagh, Dublin by Irish nationalist Pádraig Pearse. Maurice Fraher was a noted sportsman in his own right. Before his marriage Dan moved into Dungarvan to work as an apprentice for Thomas McCarthy who had a drapery shop in O'Connell Street. Dan leased a field in Shandon from Captain Richard Curran in 1885 and developed it into a sports field. On the 31st March, 1912 he bought the sports field. Dan drove the development of the Gaelic Field at Shandon into a well known sporting venue. It now bears the name "Fraher

Field" in Dan's honour. A noted collector of Irish manuscripts and books, in 1896 he founded a branch of Conradh Na Gaeilge in Dungarvan. By 1892 he had his own drapery shop at 17 Grattan Square called The Gaelic Outfitting Store. Beneath the window, a panel of tiles with his name in Irish is still extant. The uniforms worn by the West Waterford IRA during the War of Independence were supplied by the The Gaelic Outfitting Store. On display in the museum we have one of the uniforms belonging to IRA Officer James Mansfield, it still has the label of the The Gaelic Outfitting Store attached to it. During the 1916 Rebellion Dan Fraher was in Dublin attending a G.A.A. conference, he was arrested on his return and jailed for two weeks in Ballybricken Jail. At this time he was President of Sinn Féin in Co. Waterford. He played a very prominent role in fundraising for

both Sinn Féin and the IRA. In 1920, when aged 68, Dan was arrested and sent to Ballykinlar prison in Northern Ireland, an ordeal from which he never fully recovered. He died in 1929 and was buried in Knockboy cemetery. WHY WAS THIS SUBJECT SELECTED? Dan Fraher was one of the most important and influential individuals in late 19th and early 20th century Dungarvan. His contributions to the GAA in both playing and developing the game are well known. His place at the forefront of the Irish language movement locally and his political work are much less celebrated. The Gaelic revival was a late nineteenth-century national revival of interest in the Irish language and Irish Gaelic culture (including folklore, sports, music, arts, etc.). Irish had diminished as a spoken tongue, remaining the main daily language only in iso-

lated rural areas, with English having become the dominant language in the majority of Ireland. The Gaelic Revival, championed locally by Dan Fraher, was a response to this. Dan was also a very committed Republican. It would have been very easy for him to live the life of a prosperous local merchant. Instead, he chose to spend his later years sacrificing time, money and ultimately his health to the cause of Irish independence. WHAT ARE THE IMAGES ON THE PLAQUE? The engraving on the plaque is from a photograph of Dan Fraher c1880 in athletic kit worn by GAA players of the era. The volunteer run Grattan Square Heritage Plaque Project was managed by Willie Whelan for Waterford County Museum. Rachael Power drew the illustrations and William Fraher did much of the original historical research.

The engraved plaque outside The Wine Buff with an image of Dan Fraher on it.

The shopfront of The Wine Buff formerly The Gaelic Outfitting Store, Dan Fraher's shop.

The front facade of Dan Fraher's Drapery Shop, Grattan Square, Dungarvan c1940.

Dungarvan Gaelic Football Team, Waterford County Champions 1891-1892. Dan Fraher is the gentleman holding the ball.

Dan Fraher photographed in his Dungarvan GAA athletic kit displaying some of his medals c1880.

The illustration by Rachael Power on which the plaque engraving was based.

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Council seeks further information on new petrol station complex at Kilrush WATERFORD Council has sought further information in relation to a proposed development for a new petrol station complex at Kilrush, Dungarvan. Campus Oil Limited applied for planning permission last May to demolish the existing service station at Kilrush, Dungarvan, and the adjacent bungalow and develop a two-storey service station / retail services building including shop, off-licence sales, hot food sales, drive-thru facility, seated dining area and associated kitchens, stores, toilets and staff facilities, service station forecourt with canopy, fuel pumps, signs, and associated features, at Campus Service Station, Kilrush, Dungarvan. The Council was due to make a decision on the application by 9th July, last, but the local authority has contacted the applicant stating that the documents submitted are not sufficient to enable a decision to be made on the application. The Council requested further information in regards to the scale of the proposed development,

in particular the first floor element - and asked that the first floor element of the proposal be omitted entirely, resulting in a single storey development. The Council also wants the entrance onto the R672 to be relocated further to the west to maximise distance from the N25 roundabout junction and no conflict between the entrance and on-site car parking. The Council also sought revised proposals in relation to the layout where there is conflict between pedestrian and vehicular traffic and delivery traffic; and a revised layout clearly illustrating existing access and egress arrangements on-site, overlaid with those proposed under the current application; a revised proposal increasing the overall width of the drive-thru lane by one metre; and a revised layout providing for left-out turning vehicles only onto the N25. The applicant has six months to comply with the further information request.

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Still no update on review of Tenant Purchase Scheme THE appointment of a new Minister for Housing may have delayed the publishing of a ministerial review into the Tenant Purchase Scheme. The scheme allows tenants of local authority housing to purchase their home, subject to conditions. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune queried if there was an update regarding the ministerial review of the TPS. He was informed there is no update as of yet, and the appointment of a new Minister for Housing (Eoghan Murphy) may have held up the publishing of the review. In a written Dáil answer on 28th June, 2017,

Minister Murphy stated: “The review is now complete and a full report setting out findings and recommendations has been prepared”. “Following consultation with relevant Departments on implementation arrangements, I expect that definitive proposals will be submitted to me very shortly,” Minister Murphy added. The TPS came into operation on 1st January, 2016, and a review of the first 12 months of the scheme was undertaken, which included comprehensive data and submissions from local authorities (including Waterford Council) regarding the operation of the scheme in 2016 and any anomalies which were uncovered.

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MOTORING One in ten cars requiring breakdown assistance from Allianz have expired NCT Certificates NEW figures released by Allianz show that 97% (6,793) of the 7,042 cars which received breakdown assistance from the insurance company in 2016 had not fully completed an NCT test. Over one in ten (832) of the broken down cars assisted by Allianz were being driven with expired NCT certificates and 5% of the vehicles had no valid certificate at all. WHICH CAR BRAND WAS THE MOST TESTING? Ford: 14% (999) of the cars Allianz provided with breakdown assistance last year were Ford vehicles.

Toyota and Volkswagen 10% (733) were Toyotas and a similar number (716) were Volkswagens. Interestingly, these car brands all held a strong NCT testing and pass rate in 2016 according to NCT annual results. Toyotas were the most tested cars with 228,651 vehicles and a 53% pass rate,Volkswagens were next in line with 182,727 vehicles and a 47% pass rate and finally, Ford was the third most tested brand with 169,493 cars tested and a 46% pass rate.

Key findings: • Allianz provided breakdown assistance to 7,042 cars in 2016, 97% of which needed to complete an NCT • More than one in ten (832) broken down cars receiving assistance from Allianz last year had expired NCT certificates and 5% (325) had no certificate at all • 14% of broken down cars assisted by Allianz in 2016 were Fords, 10% were Toyotas and 10% were Volkswagens • 51.6% of vehicles failed the NCT in 2016 with car tyres being the primary cause of failure • For more information, visit https://www.allianz.ie/blog/your-car/nct-breakdownsaccidents-penalty-points.html

TYRES MOST LIKELY TO FAIL THE NCT Last year’s NCT figures also show that car tyres were the primary cause of the 51.6% NCT failures, followed by front suspension, then brake line/hoses, headlamp aim and finally stop lamps. Prior to 2016, front suspension had ranked as the top reason for NCT failures between 2010 and 2015. The reason for this failure is a more than 30% imbalance between left hand and right hand suspension. Sean McGrath, CEO of Allianz Ireland commented, “Ensuring your car is in full working order

is vitally important. Defective motor vehicles have a higher risk of breaking down and being involved in accidents. Car owners of vehicles over three years old, driving without a valid NCT are breaking the law. If these cars are defective, drivers increase the potential risk of being involved in accidents – involving themselves and others and increase the potential for unwelcomed breakdowns. Driving without a valid NCT also increases the risk of receiving penalty points, which has the potential to adversely impact insurance premiums.”

Cost of insurance has led 38% of motorists to consider scrapping comprehensive cover ALMOST 40% of motorists have considered sacrificing their comprehensive cover in favour of a third party or third party, fire and theft policy as a result of rising insurance costs, according to research undertaken by AA Ireland. As part of an AA Motor Insurance survey of over 3,000 motorists, respondents were asked if they had considered changing from comprehensive motor insurance to a third party policy at the time of their last renewal to reduce the cost of cover. 5.89% of those surveyed stated they opted to make the change to third party cover, with a further 18.98% admitting that while they had considered the change they opted to retain their comprehensive cover. Meanwhile, a further 12.67% acknowledged that while they had not considered

sacrificing their comprehensive cover at the time of their last renewal, they may do so when next renewing their policy. “The advice we would give customers who are considering a change in the level of cover they take out is to weigh up the potential savings versus what you would lose by moving to a third party policy. Depending on the age of your car, how often you drive or even your own driver history a third party policy may be more affordable and may also best match your needs,” Mark Watterson, AA Director of Insurance stated. “However, the number of people who are considering making such a change is certainly alarming, and further underlines the need for action in tackling insurance hikes.” “We have been highlighting the threat of rising premiums since November 2015

and while we have seen some Government action on this in recent months there is still a great deal to be done. We’re a predominantly rural country and, as a result, the car is a necessity for many Irish people. It’s important that our Government don’t overlook this fact and continue to tackle the issue of rising premiums instead of viewing the steps already taken as being enough.” Younger drivers were the most likely to have changed their insurance from comprehensive cover to third party or third party, fire and theft according to the AA survey. Among those aged between 17 and 24 almost one in 10 survey respondents (9.59%) had switched from comprehensive cover, with 8.75% of those aged 25 to 35 having opted for a lower level of cover at

the time of their last renewal. “Insurance often tends to be most expensive for younger drivers before becoming cheaper in time as they gain more experience behind the wheel and, as a result, third party cover may well be more suitable and affordable for less experienced drivers,” Watterson added. “As well as shopping around for the best deal, it’s important to ensure you’re purchasing the right cover for you. If you don’t drive regularly, have a low annual mileage, or drive an older car third party cover may be more suited to your needs.” The survey also found that men were slightly more likely to have changed or considered changing from comprehensive at the time of their last renewal, with 6.26% of men opting to switch to a third part policy compared to 4.62% of women.

New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet – completes E-Class range renewal THE introduction of the new E-Class Cabriolet – which will arrive on to the Irish market in September – has seen MercedesBenz carry out the complete renewal of their entire E-Class model range, all within the space of only one year. Emphasising the company’s determination to establish a strong foothold in virtually every model segment, this fifth and youngest member of the E-Class family sees Mercedes-Benz bring open-top motoring and latest technology to their all-important, mid-range executive market segment. Said by Mercedes-Benz sales manager in Ireland, Ciaran Allen to be an ‘object of desire’ for all who enjoy open-top motoring,

the new Cabriolet adds what he terms ‘that extra element of fun and enjoyment’ to a range that is the backbone of Mercedes-Benz sales, in Ireland and worldwide. At market launch, a choice of powerful and efficient petrol and diesel engines will power the new Cabriolet, with further engines to be added to the lineup in due course. Models likely to attract most attention here will be a 1991cc, 4-cylinder, 184hp E200 petrol and a 1950cc, 194hp, 4-cylinder E220d diesel, all Euro 6 emissions compliant and all with 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission. For the first time, a 4MATIC all-wheel drive version will also be available.

Though prices have yet to be determined, and will be announced closer to arrival, it is predicted they will be ‘only moderately above’ current figures. STRIKING Viewed from the outside, the new E-Class Cabriolet has a striking front section with a lowpositioned diamond patterned radiator grille with centrally located star. Compared to its predecessor, it has grown in length (4826 mm), width (1860 mm) and wheelbase, and has a height of 1428 mm. LED High Performance headlamps, a drawn-out bonnet with power domes and fully retractable side windows underline its dynamic appearance, as does its lower suspension set 15

mm beneath that of the Saloon. 18-inch alloy wheels are standard. Its multi-layered, fully automatic, fabric soft-top comes in colours dark brown, dark blue, dark red, and black with acoustic features that reduce wind and driving noise. Comfortable for use all year round, it can be fully opened and closed in 20 seconds when travelling at a speed of up to 50 km/h. When raised, it gives the Cabriolet a silhouette similar to that of the Coupé. Boot capacity of 385 litres reduces to 310 litres when the roof is open. Inside, high-grade materials combine with numerous standard and optional features to give the cabin a sporty yet contemporary luxury feel. Onboard tech

features include the latest multimedia, touchpad, finger swipe and voice control items, along with comfort-adding draughtstop and neck-level heating systems similar to those fitted in other Mercedes-Benz open-top models. Especially interesting also is a high-tech wash wipe system that regulates water flow to the

wiper blade and makes splashfree use possible even with the roof down. Reflecting the emphasis given to it across the Mercedes-Benz model range, the new Cabriolet comes equipped with latest driver assistance systems and devices with which motorists are becoming increasingly familiar.

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Signage sought in Clonea Power after visitors turn up looking for the beach By Paul Mooney COMERAGH Municipal District Council has been asked to revisit the possibility of erecting signs in Clonea Power which direct visitors and tourists to Clonea Beach, approximately 30 km away. At the recent meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Declan Clune highlighted the problem of many people turning up in Clonea Power looking for the beach as they’ve mistaken the area for Clonea Strand. Clonea Power is based in north County Waterford,

while Clonea Strand is on the coastline, approximately 30 minutes drive away. Cllr. Clune said that during the good weather many visitors and tourists have mistaken Clonea Power for Clonea Strand. “I know it would be unusual to find a beach in the middle of a county, but there is still a bit of confusion around it. Perhaps we could revisit the matter and see if there is something we can do to inform people there is no beach in Clonea Power?” he asked. Back in 2015, Cllr. Seanie Power also raised the matter, who said at the time that not

a week goes by when somebody comes into Clonea Power looking for Clonea Strand. The District Engineer at the time suggested that it could possibly be a ‘Sat Nav’ problem. However, since then, the problem doesn’t seem to have abated. Current District Engineer, Maria Goff agreed that Clonea Power “is quite a distance away” from Clonea Strand and wasn’t sure what could be done to address the problem, but said she would look into the matter to see if there is a solution.

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Signage needed in Clonea Power. The map shows Clonea Power and Clonea Strand - a distance of approximately 30 km and around 30 minutes travelling by car. Comeragh Councillors have raised the issue of people arriving in Clonea Power looking for the beach as they’ve mistaken the area for Clonea Strand.

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The delegation of specialist nurse managers from China with staff of UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre and Whitfield Clinic. [Noel Browne]

UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre welcomes Chinese Nursing delegation A DELEGATION of 21 qualified nurses from China recently visited Waterford and spent time at UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre and Whitfield Clinic. The visit included a tour of the advanced radiation therapy centre and an overview of the multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. “Even though everyone’s cancer journey is different, education and knowledge are key to taking the fear out of the unknown,” said Karen Fagan, UPMC Clinical Nurse Manager, who told the group about the UPMC Whitfield’s approach to the patient experience.

“When patients come to us for their course of treatment, they are cared for by a dedicated multi-disciplinary team. Meeting and dealing with the same people during this difficult time helps build rapport and can be a great source of comfort.” The visiting delegation also had the opportunity to meet with Cheryl Brill, Senior Vice President, International Clinical Operations and Quality at UPMC, who was on-site to share information about UPMC’s experience in China and the success of this patient approach around the world.

Karen Fagan, UPMC Clinical Nurse Manager, with some of the visiting specialist nurse managers at UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre. [Noel Browne]

The in-practice Specialist Nurse Managers were in Ireland as part of a collaborative education programme devised by the Abraham Trust, which facilitates the exposure of nurses to specialised medicine at different centres of excellence. Deirdre Chapman, Nurse Allocation Officer, Department of Nursing and Health Care at WIT spoke of the strong links and excellent relationship that exist between WIT, UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre and Whitfield Clinic. Research collaborations are ongoing with UPMC and Whitfield Clinic which provide valuable clinical

placements for undergraduate nursing students and applied healthcare students. The UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre has been offering the most advanced radiation therapy to public and private patients from the southeast region for the past 10 years. As part of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, the UPMC Whitfield leverages innovation and expertise from around the globe to deliver world-class care to patients close to their homes. For further information, call UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre on 051 337444 or visit www.upmcwhitfieldcancercentre.ie

Karen Fagan, UPMC Clinical Nurse Manager, with some of the visiting specialist nurse managers at UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre. [Noel Browne]

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We are delighted to welcome two new doctors to our team at High Street Medical Centre Dr. Emily Norris, hails from Stradbally, studied medicine at UCC and graduated from the South East training scheme in General Practice. She has an interest in Ear, Nose Throat, Paediatrics and Palliative care and carries Certification in Contraception. Dr. Karen Murphy is also a graduate of UCC and trained in General Practice in the South East scheme where she has been working over the past few years. Her special interests include Dermatology and women’s health. She has a keen interest in running and swimming and is delighted to be joining the practice.

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT BY WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ACT 2000 (AS AMENDED) PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, 2001 (AS AMENDED) ARTICLE 81 OF PART 8 OF THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS 2001 (AS AMENDED) In accordance with Article 81 of Part 8 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended), notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council proposes to carry out the following development: construction of retaining wall structure along the line of the existing sleepers and earthen embankment extending from Ardmore Beach carpark towards Curragh Beach. The proposed works involve the construction of a concrete retaining wall structure along the line of the existing timber sleepers/earthen embankment of matching height. A concrete finish will be provided with printed finish. In accordance with Section 250 of SI 476/2011, Planning and Development (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations, 2011, the Council has carried out an appropriate Screening Assessment and has determined that no further assessment is required. Plans and particulars of the proposed development will be available for inspection and for purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the following locations:• Customer Services Departments at Bailey’s New Street, Waterford between the hours of 9.30 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Friday and Civic Offices, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford between the hours of 9.30 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Friday. for the period from 12th July 2017 to 23rd August, 2017, both dates inclusive (excluding Bank and Public Holidays). A copy of the plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be viewed on the Council’s website at www.waterfordcouncil.ie Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the proposed development would be situated, may be made in writing, to the Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City & County Council, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford or by e-mailing ajacob@waterfordcouncil.ie before 4 p.m. on Wednesday 6th of September, 2017. Mr. Fergus Galvin, Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City & County Council, Civic Offices, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

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Minister John Halligan launches ‘South East Shared Asset Collaborative Project’ at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre THERE were clear blue skies over the bustling ‘Sunny South East’ town of Dungarvan as the Minister of State for Training, Skills & Innovation, John Halligan TD, launched the ‘South East Shared Asset Collaborative Project’ last Wednesday, 5th July at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre. Led by Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and funded by Enterprise Ireland and South East Enterprise Centre Association (SEECA), the project has developed a Business Resource Online Booking Facility, whereby start-up and growth stage enterprises conducting business in the South East region can identify facilites & resources that they need and book the service online. There are a number of vibrant and active Community Owned Enterprise Centres (CECs) across the South East Region, in locations such as Dungarvan, Waterford City, Dunhill & Enniscorthy. Each one acts as a hub of entrepreneurial activity in their area, constantly encouraging enterprise development. This portal, ‘www.seeca.ie’ has taken the existing resources and expertise of these CECs and amalgamated them to offer a more networked approach to Regional and Local Enterprise development. The suite of resources available to book online include: Conference Rooms; Training Rooms; Hotdesk Space; Business Units for short and long-time hire; Green Screen & Video Conferencing facilities; Fablabs and lots more. Speaking at the launch, Minister Halligan said, “Enterprise Ireland’s CEI fund and SEECA funding has facilitated Dungarvan Enterprise Centre contributing more to National, Regional and County wide enterprise development… without the funding, the project could’ve developed only on a small scale, if at all”. Original Project Manager and Former Manager of Dungarvan Enterprise Centre, Margaret Durand said of the project: “The South East Shared Asset Collaboration has established a hub that will help to develop and build upon the strengths and opportunities in the region, using the unique services available at each Community Enterprise Centre... offering supports to innovative start-ups to help those enterprises grow and develop”. Manager of Dungarvan Enterprise Centre, Aisling O’Connor said that she is “delighted to have been involved in the South East

John O'Connor from Wexford Enterprise Centre; Joe Moynihan, Director Dungarvan Enterprise Centre; Mags Durand O'Riordan, Original Project Manager, John Halligan TD, Minister of State for Training, Skills & Innovation; Aisling O'Connor, Centre Manager; Annmarie and Garry Kirwan from Waterford Database Solutions at the launch of the ‘South East Shared Asset Collaborative Project’ at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

Shared Asset Collaborative Project…. It will have a practical impact on the enterprise landscape of the South East… the centre’s primary remit is to support local and regional entrepreneurship by providing business services, professional development, affordable office space, training rooms and conference facilities to small and growing businesses…” Dungarvan Enterprise Centre will continue to deliver its current level of service and will additionally work on broadening its remit in the wider county. The event was attended by local and regional Entrepreneurs, Brian Fives of Enterprise Ireland, South East Region & local Councillor Damien Geoghegan FG.

Alan Ryan and Jonathan Hughes, both from AIB at the launch of the ‘South East Shared Asset Collaborative Project’ at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

Councillor Damien Geoghegan and Pat Whyte from Printmaster at the launch of the ‘South East Shared Asset Collaborative Project’ at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

Directors of Dungarvan Enterprise Centre Joe Moynihan, Pat Whyte and John White at the launch of the ‘South East Shared Asset Collaborative Project’ by Minister of State for Training, Skills & Innovation, John Halligan TD at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

Minister of State for Training, Skills & Innovation, John Halligan TD, pictured with Jenny Beresford from Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber at the launch of the ‘South East Shared Asset Collaborative Project’ at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

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Cousins seriously injure two in unprovoked attack TWO County Waterford cousins seriously injured two night club patrons in an unprovoked attack in Waterford city for dancing with one of their girlfriends, the Circuit Criminal Court was told last week. The cousins Dylan Kiely (20) of Grawn, Kilmacthomas, and Calvin Hayes of No. 5, St. Patrick’s Crescent, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to assault causing harm to Niall Harney and Derry Ryan at the Foundry Night Club, Waterford, on March 26th, 2015. Dylan Kiely also pleaded guilty to assault causing harm to Liam Whelan at John St., Waterford, on September 16th, 2014. The court heard that Dylan Kiely took issue with Niall Harney for dancing with his girlfriend. He went out on the dance floor and an altercation took place and the assault occurred. Derry Ryan stepped in to intervene and he was also assaulted. CCTV footage of the incident was shown in court. In a victim impact report Derry Ryan said he suffered broken teeth as a result of the assault. One tooth was knocked out and others were damaged. To date he spent €3,000 on dental fees and another €2,480 was still to be paid. When he looked in the mirror he was conscious of the damage done to his teeth and he would never bite into an apple again. He no longer socialised in Waterford.

Describing the damage done to his teeth, Niall Harney said three of his teeth were broken and one was pushed back in his mouth. The strength of his teeth had reduced and he feared the cost of treatment would escalate in the future. Barrister David Bulbulia, for Dylan Kiely, said his client’s memory of the incident was limited. He had been drinking with friends and the only explanation for his actions was that Mr. Harney was dancing with his girlfriend. Ms Elaine Morgan, BL, for Calvin Hayes, said her client perceived that Derry Ryan was involved in the altercation. He was in fact an innocent bystander who stepped forward to intervene. In the cold light of day Calvin Hayes realised how wrong he was to get involved. Derry Ryan was not aggressive and the assault involved a single punch. The court was also told that Dylan Kiely kicked a man on the ground during another incident in John Street on September 16th, 2014. It was another individual who assaulted Mr. Whelan. Judge Eugene O’Kelly said Dylan Kiely had €2,000 compensation in court and he adjourned the case for a year to allow him time to come up with another €3,000 in compensation. Calvin Hayes offered €2,500 in compensation and this sum should be doubled.

THE District Engineer of Comeragh area is to liaise with her counterpart in South Tipperary over proposed traffic calming measures on the border at Carrickbeg. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan sought an update on the issue. District Engineer, Maria Goff, said she spoke previously with the Town Engineer in South Tipperary and he carried out a review. “The report will be sent onto their District Engineer and he will follow up with me on that. When he does, I’ll get back to the Councillors about it,” she said.

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During the course of the search a farmhand was seen moving a mini digger which appeared to have been resprayed. A further search resulted in the discovery of stolen aluminium doors and windows, house insulation worth €8,000 as well as a double axel trailer valued €2,800 and a horse box worth €3,000. He had 26 previous convictions for road traffic matters. Barrister Elaine Morgan, defending, said there were victims of the crimes and all the property was returned in a useable condition. Mr. Widger came to court with the sum of €2,500 in compensation as a practicable expression of remorse and shame. She suggested that it could be given to a charity nominated by the court. His wife had no knowledge of the offences and she was supporting her husband. Ms. Morgan said her client was involved in the equine business and in his younger years he represented Ireland in showjumping and he also worked as a professional jockey in the UK. He rode for distinguished trainers and had

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AN equine businessman and former jockey, Robert Widger (38) of No. 45, Poplar Drive, Carriganard, Six Cross Roads, Waterford, was sentenced to three years in prison with the final year suspended, by Waterford Circuit Criminal Court last week, when he pleaded guilty to theft of building material and a mini digger valued €25,000. The father of three admitted stealing lamp posts valued €320 at University Hospital Waterford on October 6th, 2014, and four counts of possession of stolen property at Bog Road,Waterford. Det. Garda Michelle Byrnes said the Gardai received a report of the theft of the lamp posts from a compound at UHW which was used by Kent Engineering. CCTV footage showed two men loading the poles onto a trailer. A Toyota Land Cruiser was driven from the scene which was registered to Robert Widger. He operated from a family farm and the poles were recovered during a search of the property.

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Waterford City & County Council wishes to advise that the Dungarvan Sports Centre will be closed for urgent maintenance purposes until further notice.

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ban had been shortened by one month, to the end of July. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said the Council has not received any communication from the Department of Environment stating that the hedgecutting ban has been altered. It is understood that while a bill is currently passing through the Dáíl in regards to hedgecutting, the dates for the prohibition on hedgecutting have not changed, and will remain from 1st March to 31st August this year.

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exemptions when the local authority can direct hedgerows to be cut in the interests of public safety. District Engineer, Maria Goff, confirmed a contractor should be starting in the Comeragh area later this week. “The contractor will be carrying out surface dressing jobs first, then hedgecutting work will be undertaken on the national primary road first, followed by the regional road junctions,” Ms. Goff said. Cllr. Power questioned if the hedgecutting

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Catherine Power, sister of the late Thomas Power pictured at the protest outside Dรกil Eireann on Tuesday 4th July. [Noel Browne]

Catherine Power, sister of the late Thomas Power, Heart attack survivor John Tobin, Yvonne Cooney, SEPAG, Mary Butler TD, David Cullinane TD, Bernadette and Stan Phillips pictured before heading into the Dรกil. [Noel Browne]

Catherine Power, sister of the late Thomas Power is pictured holding a picture of her late brother with Hilary O'Neill and Yvonne Cooney from SEPAG before heading into the meeting in Dรกil Eireann. [Noel Browne]

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TII in favour of additional traffic calming at Lemybrien TRANSPORT Infrastructure Ireland (TII) have indicated they are in favour of additional traffic calming at Lemybrien. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil had sought an update on a proposed pedestrian crossing for Lemybrien.

Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes, said the Council made a submission to TII for a pedestrian crossing and bus bay at Lemybrien. “The TII have come back to us and said they want the scheme extended to include additional traffic calming at Lemybrien,” said Mr. Hynes.

“We will have to look at the provision of wider footpaths, additional landscaping, and incorporate a pedestrian crossing and two bus bays.” Mr. Hynes said Council engineers are finalising the designs at present and it is expected the proposed scheme will be placed on public display at a later date

for submissions / observations. He described it as “positive” that the TII are willing to fund additional works, rather than just a pedestrian crossing and bus bay. “There will have to be consultation locally because the scheme will have an impact on some of the businesses there,” Mr. Hynes added.

Council to meet with TII and discuss proposed changes to Downey’s Cross WATERFORD Council engineers and the safety officer from Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) are due to meet and discuss some proposed changes to Downey’s Cross – a junction located on the N25 just outside Lemybrien village. Since the TII made changes to the road layout nearly two years ago, Cllr. Liam Brazil has continually outlined his grave concerns about safety at the junction, which he described as “an accident waiting to happen”. The changes which the TII made to the junction included the removal of a left turning lane.

Council to liaise with local groups in relation to tidying up Kilmeaden roundabout WATERFORD Council plans to engage with local groups in relation to tidying up the Kilmeaden roundabout on the N25. At a previous meeting, outgoing Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John O’Leary had highlighted that it was looking ‘shabby and untidy’. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, he was told by Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes that the Council sought tenders for the landscaping works on the roundabout. “We never really got any expressions of interest in relation to it,” Mr. Hynes said. “So the

next stage will be to engage with local individuals / groups, to see if we can get some traction that way.” ROAD MARKINGS Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Leary had previously raised concerns about the road markings at the roundabout and the significant number of collisions which were occurring after traffic entered the roundabout from the new bypass road. District Engineer, Maria Goff, said there are plans to put some additional lines on the road later in the Summer, which should go towards alleviating the problem.

Newly elected Mayor of Waterford Metropolitan District Cllr. Sean Reinhardt [John Power] with Deputy Mayor Cllr. Joe Conway.

Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said the Council made a submission to the TII in relation to the provision of a ‘taper’ on the N25 and the widening of the local road just off the junction. Mr. Hynes explained that he hopes to meet with the TII’s safety officer in the next week or so to outline and discuss the TII’s response to the proposed taper. “The TII have asked for some revisions of our proposal. They have some concerns regarding the taper, so we need to sit down and see if we can resolve those issues,” Mr. Hynes added.

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Blue Light Fight Night this Saturday DUNGARVAN Boxing Club will be hoping that St. Swithin, whose Feast Day falls next Saturday, 15th July, will send along good weather for their Blue Light Fight Night to be held in the open air at the rear of Lawlors Hotel. Whatever the weather is like on that day whether rainy or sunny - it will continue for the next 40 days and 40 nights. Regardless of that, the tireless Boxing Club Committee will only look for a few clear hours to hold what should be some very enjoyable bouts between members of the local emergency services and an English team of Fire-fighters from Tyne and Weir, Newcastle in England. It will be

a unique event for those who have not experienced outdoor boxing before. The Dungarvan Boxing Club’s organising supremo, Gerry O’Mahony together with the Club’s Killian Walsh have assembled a team which should effectively ‘take the fight’ to their Newcastle opponents. “This visiting team has been put together by Ronnie Rowe who has been coming to Dungarvan for over 20 years with several boxing teams,” says Gerry. “He has also brought Dungarvan teams to the U.S.A. on many occasions.” “These bouts were originally to take place in Dungarvan Sports Centre, but due to unfore-

seen circumstances the Sports Centre will be closed for several weeks for urgent maintenance and repairs. “Lawlors Hotel have very kindly stepped in at the last minute to help out,” says Gerry, “and we are hoping, weather permitting, to hold an open air boxing tournament and, if the weather goes against us we can move indoors.” Gerry also thanked Dungarvan United for coming to the aid of their Club by offering their venue. However, if the weather turned wet the clubhouse would not have been suitable. Gerry also paid tribute to club stalwarts who had come forward once again to help with the

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major task of organisation. “Killian Walsh Timmy Keegan, James Keohane and all at Dungarvan boxing club have put enormous work into this venture,” said Gerry. “The dates had to be changed twice and keeping the boxers in training was no easy task. However, as usual they rose to the challenge and we are fully prepared for this major event.” The name BLUE LIGHT FIGHT NIGHT comes from the fact all the fighters are members of the emergency services, Gardai, Firemen, Ambulance Personal and Army etc. matched by a similar group from Tyne and Weir blue light services. The proceeds will help Dungarvan Boxing Club in the community and a donation will be made also to the RESCUE 116 Tragedy fund. The organisers are urging people to support this event as a great deal of work has been

invested in it and should be a great night’s entertainment. All that is necessary is a good turnout from the public who can make it all worthwhile by coming along for a great night of boxing. The master of Ceremonies for

the event is the one and only Madhatter, Michael Wright who needs no introduction and who will keep the action on the move. Boxing starts at 7.30 p.m. and entry costs only €10. Tickets can be bought on the door or from organisers of the event.

Pictured above with Olympic Gold Medallist Michael Carruth is Dungarvan Boxing Club's Gerry O'Mahoney who is organising the Blue Light Fight Night with Killian Walsh in Lawlors Hotel next Saturday night.

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Dungarvan Agricultural Show on Thursday, 27th July. Colouring competition sponsored by McDonalds, Dungarvan, and David Walsh Office & School Supplies, Dungarvan. 1st and 2nd prizes in three age categories 4–6 years, 7–9 years and 10–12 years. Entries to be sent on or before 12 noon on Monday, 24th July, 2017, to Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Name: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Address: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………… Tel. No. …………………………………………… Age: ………

THERE is a gallery in Dungarvan that not enough people know about. The Haven Art Gallery is an oasis in the hurly burly of the town. It is situated almost directly across the street from the Shamrock restaurant, at The Square side of Nude Food. On entering the door, a corridor opens out into a little sanctuary with a walled garden containing a cottage. This is The Haven Art Gallery and studio of artist in residence David Minehan. David is a working artist whose most important accessory is his paint spattered apron. Though he is focused on his own work, he is always pleased to take time out and talk to people about his paintings. David is neither exclusive nor reclusive and shares his gallery space with other creative people and his knowledge with anyone who asks. David Minehan worked as an aircraft engineer and travelled to many parts of the world. Painting was just a hobby for him in those days, but his talent was obvious from the many commissions he received. One of his most famous commissions was a painting of an Osprey for The Royal Saudi Air Force in 1986. He settled in Ireland in 1988 and established The Haven Gallery and Studio in 2012. It’s here that we met for a chat. What was the best reaction you ever got to your work? In 2014, I had a collection called "Heart of the Home". It was a series of intimate portraits of various Irish kitchens from the past. The paintings were of stone

floors, open fire places, solid wood furniture and cast iron pots and pans. When the paintings were shown at The Market House Art Gallery in Dungarvan, there were emotional reactions from a lot of people. As an artist, you can only hope for people to react that way. Why old Irish kitchens? My grandfather had a kitchen like that with its half door and willow pattern delph. Many old abandoned cottages in rural Ireland still have the remnants of rustic fireplaces and homemade bespoke furniture. They are an important part of Irish domestic history. The focal point of every house, before television, was the big open fireplace with the cast iron crane and the "blowing machine". As the old saying goes "Druid suas chun na tine" (pull up to the fire). There was nothing more welcoming than sharing the warmth of your fire. Who is your favourite painter? If it was just landscapes, I'd say John Constable (17761837). Nobody does them better. Overall, it would have to be Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675), especially his painting called "the milkmaid". He painted simple tasks being performed in domes-

tic scenes with incredible detail. What is your favourite colour? Purple. Adding shades of purple to light makes it dance and creates vibrancy in reflections. I also like blue. Where is your favourite place to visit? Glandore in West Cork. It’s a little seaside village across an inlet from Union Hall. Its quiet, scenic and a little bit mystical.There are two islands in the cove called Adam and Eve. There is a stone circle at Drombeg. There's the wild Atlantic coastline and places nearby called Leap and Squince. One of David Minehan's paintings was presented to Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister of Tourism and Sport. at the opening of the Dungarvan Tourist Office in 2015. He has exhibited in the UK and the Middle East, as well as many galleries in Ireland, especially County Waterford. His paintings are held in private collections in Ireland, UK, Spain, America and New Zealand. David is a man of boundless energy and generosity, which is characterised by his open friendliness and seen in the loyalty of his friends. Go and meet him at the Haven Gallery. You won't regret it.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

Mayor of Waterford City & County Cllr. Adam Wyse held a Civic Reception for the High Hopes Choir at City Hall on Wednesday last. The Mayor is pictured with Cllr. John Hearne, Mayor, Waterford Metroplitan District, Terence O'Neill, Choir Manager, Dr. Phil Brennan and members of the choir. [John Power]

Special celebration for Carmelite Sisters A VERY special celebration will take place next Saturday morning, 15th July, in the Carmelite Monastery in Tallow, when there will be a Eucharistic Celebration of the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel to whom the Monastery is dedicated. The Mass will commence at 10 am and a warm and general invitation goes out to the public to come and attend their celebration. There will also be a ceremony of Consecration to Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Enrolment in the Scapular will take place during the Eucharist. Refreshments will be served after the Celebrations in the Monastery Chapel. Despite a significant decrease in church attendance, many people still maintain a strong devotion to the Lord and to their favourite saints. Among them is St. Therese of Liseux, a member of the Carmelite Community who died in 1897 at the early age of twenty-four and was Canonised in 1925. The people of Tallow and district have always maintained a very close relationship with the

Carmelite Sisters since their arrival in the town in 1836. Likewise, the Sisters have been generous with their prayers and their time and requests for prayers come from near and far and from wherever there are emigrants from the district. None goes unheeded and many people have sought and received solace and support through the Sisters. A WORD ABOUT OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL In their invitation to the public to their Tallow Monastery this week, the Sisters write that: We are each ‘at home’ in greeting Mary as ‘Our Lady.’ We think of Our Lady of the Rosary; Our Lady of Lourdes, Our Lady of Good Counsel and particularly this anniversary year we pray to Our Lady of Fatima. Annually, the month of July is associated with Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Her feast is celebrated universally on July 16th. Indeed, in Mount Carmel in Haifa, the Holy Land, we see the birthplace of the Carmelite Order. In 1207 the first hermits built a beautiful chapel in her honour, dedicating themselves to the

Sr. Patrice reads a Proclamation at the 175th Anniversary Celebrations of the Carmelite Sisters in Tallow in 2011.

service of Christ under the loving, protective gaze of the Mother of God. They chose Mary as Patroness of the order, calling themselves “Brothers of the Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel. Carmel is “all Mary’s” her presence is all pervading; Carmelites acknowledge Mary as Mother – ‘the Lady of this place’. Mary is near and dear to us - as we look to Mary we grow in our relationship with her. She is stamped into our consciousness as Mother, Patroness and Sister as we strive to live in personal intimacy with her and be clothed in her virtues. A significant Carmelite devotion to Our Lady is through the Brown Scapular.The Scapular is a symbol, a sign that carries a deeper meaning. It is a sign of our relationship with Christ. As with all those we love, we give them a place – a space in our lives. We may even wear something that reminds us of them, a gift, a piece of jewellery.We keep their picture in our cell phone. Consecrated to Our lady of Mount Carmel we wear her scapular - we give Mary not just a physical place, but also one in our deepest intimate moments, which we call prayer. As the early hermits of Mount Carmel dedicated their first Church to Mary, we are invited today to dedicate the sanctuary of our hearts to Mary. Mary, our mother nurtures the divine life within each of us and teaches us the way to God: “Do whatever He tells you. Mary as our Sister walks with us along life’s journey inviting us to make ours her loving unconditional response: “Let what you have said be done to me.” May Mary Mother of Carmel, be ever near us and find her home in our hearts.

Mattie McGrath TD pictured among the tens of thousands who attended the Rally for Life which was held in Dublin on Saturday, July 1st with his daughter Mairead and grand-daughter Cara. [Sean Feeney]

Council to consider location for Portlaw’s glass bottle recycling facility A PROPOSAL about where to put Portlaw’s glass bottle recycling facility is due to come before the Comeragh Municipal District Council. At the recent meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Ray Murphy had queried if there was an update on the situation and whether a more suitable location had been found to locate the facility so that it was more convenient for local residents. Several years ago, the bottle bank, which had been located in the centre of Portlaw, just off the Square, had to be moved to

the outskirts of the town to the hurling field due to an issue with planning. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said the Council has worked on the problem for a long while and at this stage, “we’ve basically reached the end of the road for options”. He said that realistically, the Council will have to consider returning the bottle bank to the original site in the centre of Portlaw, by making it a Council decision. Mr. Galvin acknowledged there were issues around planning when nearby residents in

an adjoining housing estate objected. He said the Council could revisit the original site, and put any proposals on public display for submissions and observations under Part VIII of planning regulations, then return to the Council for a decision on the matter. Mr. Galvin said that the suggestion would be brought before the July meeting of the Council as a formal proposition. He added that if there was some degree of consent from local people there may not be any need to take that route.

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Huge turnout for Bonmahon protest against wind turbines A BEAUTIFUL day in Bonmahon by the beach, a passer-by may mistake the serious nature of the meeting for a farmers market or a band playing in the car park last Sunday. However, on closer inspection, the hand-made placards reveal how this community is up in arms at the proposal to build industrial turbines in amongst our houses. The community came out in force on Sunday. Some families had four generations present. Over 1,000 people turned up for the family protest walk in Bonmahon public car park. Local children, parents and grandparents proudly carried their “No Industrial Wind Turbines too Close to Homes” placards.The weather was perfect for a sand art demonstration on the beach, magnificently created by local man Manu Frolick. There was ice cream, music and bagpipes. It was an opportunity for the community to demonstrate its anger against the proposal to build a wind farm in the beautiful scenic area. “Some people have said the community is divided. We don’t believe it is - 99.2 percent of the population have voted against the project and the answer from the community is clear: They do not want wind turbines in their community,” a spokesperson said. People were happy to have the opportunity to vent their frustration and anger. Listening to people on Sunday there are a number of reasons why people were protesting. Some were concerned about the noise and the resultant sleep deprivation, some were concerned about their property being devalued or the destruction of such a beautiful scenic area. Others were con-

cerned that the local school will close. The people of the area heard from Niamh Reynolds who lives in close proximity to turbines in the Kerreen / Aglish area. Niamh spoke from her heart about the negative effects of living under industrial-scale Wind Turbines, how the sound is infringing on her family at a distance of 1.1 km from the turbines. Local woman and a member of the Seafield Parents’ Association, Louise Dowling, expressed her concern at wind turbines being erected less than 800 metres from her young son’s school. She explained that she will remove her child from the school should the turbines go up. The community is now calling on the elected representatives to stand with them and protect their families and their homes.

They have an ideal opportunity to do just that on Thursday at the upcoming meeting of Waterford City and County Council, where a proposal to insert a variation to the current County Development Plan will be put forward as a motion. The variation will implement a set-back distance of ten times the tip height of the wind turbine. “This move will be the single biggest action our representatives will take to protect our county. The community of County Waterford is eager to see how their representatives will vote on this issue,” the spokesperson said. “It is wonderful to see that people are educating themselves about the effects of wind turbines on a community. The number of people at the protest on Sunday has almost doubled

from the attendance at the meeting in Kilmacthomas on November 14th. The opposition to this wind farm is growing and people are losing patience. The sooner these turbines are stopped the better for all involved.” Mahon Valley Against Turbines wants to say a very big thank you to all the volunteers who came on board to help organise Sunday’s event.This is truly what community is all about. In conclusion, Kevin Keane, stated, that during an information public meeting back in November 2016, over 600 local people in a show of hands expressed their opposition to a proposal to erect turbines in the our beautiful communities. Following on from this a door-to-door survey complied in the area resulted in 99.2 percent of the community saying

Molly and Katie Fennell who took part in the protest demonstration in Bonmahon last Sunday. “no” to turbines. A recent text survey during Eamon Keane’s WLR morning show resulted in 99 percent saying “no” to wind turbines.

Last Sunday’s protest confirms once again, how this community are united in their opposition to industrial wind turbines being erected in the community.

Council must still adhere to 2006 wind energy guidelines despite draft review By Christy Parker

Grace and Sharon O’Sullivan at the RNLI annual fundraising day at Helvick Head last weekend. [Miriam Foley Macleod]

Home carers parking permit looks imminent By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council looks set to allow HSE home carers avail of special parking permits during visiting hours following representations made Cllr Siobhán Whelan. Cllr Whelan had proposed the move at May’s Dungarvan-Lismore meeting, explaining that some carers were being subjecting to parking tickets during home visits.

At July’s monthly meeting, council spokesman Ivan Grimes said there was no problem instigating the move. He advocated the permit be given to the householder to be made available to the carer. Mr. Grimes said he had considered placing the matter before the relevant Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) or the councillors could vote on it there and then. It was decided to seek its ratification before the upcoming SPC meeting.

WATERFORD Council remains bound by 2006 guidelines, regardless of new draft guidelines circulating in media and Government circles, according to senior planner Jim O’Mahony. Addressing an inquiry from Cllr James Tobin, the planner told the Dungarvan-Lismore Municiapl District meeting that “in reality”, the council is obliged to grant planning permission for turbines, subject to conditions, if an application meets the guideline requirements and if it satisfies the council’s County Development Plan. For the same reasons, he advised, a councils refusal of planning would be overturned by Bord Pleanála. Cllr Tobin had got wind of the new guidelines some weeks ago and wondered whether they had heralded any change in practice. He believed that the distance between a dwelling and a turbine

would remain relatively unchanged under new guidelines however. Mr O’Mahony updated him on the details of the proposed new guidelines (which seem to reflect a tendency by the Department of Environment – and possibly Housing – to decide on something and then fail dismally to put it into practice). The planner explained that under the new proposals, a turbine would have to be either four times its height from a dwelling to 500 metres – whichever was furthest. Contemporary turbines can reach heights of 150 metres whereas previously 50 metres was the average. The 2006 guidelines still relate to the lower heights and demand a set-back of 500 metres or 10 times the turbine height. Under this requirement a 150 metre high turbine would have to be 1.5 km from a house. In an inverse look at the proposed new guidelines, Mr O’Mahony later speculated that if a long set-back distance (e.g.

1.5 km) were to prevail, it could prevent or discourage house building across large swathes of land. The draft guidelines also propose new noise level assessments, which would meet World Health Organisation standards (It’s uncertain if this is applicable to ‘whishing’ sounds’ from the blades which isn’t loud decibel wise but perhaps extremely invasive). Flicker is also to become ‘zero tolerated.’ Additionally, there would be obligatory consultation with local communities, leading possibly to some sort of ‘community dividend’ as compensation. Mr O’Mahony stressed that the guidelines had not been officially launched yet and would be subject to public consultation if and when this occurred. POSTPONE PERMISSIONS Cllr Tobin believed it would be appropriate for the council to suspend planning permissions in the interim given that they (wind

farm developers) had “now been proven to have been completely wrong” as regards their previous arguments. Cllr Siobhán Whelan supported his argument. Cllr Séamus O’Donnell said he didn’t think the council had ever actually given planning permission for a wind farm, with permission only ever having but acquired on appeal to Bord Pleanála. In delivering his response, Mr. O’Mahony added that Waterford Council had reviewed its total energy requirements up to 2030 as part of its County Development Strategy. “We married the amount of energy we require to available technologies”, he translated “and in the proportion that would be provided by wind” just five or six more turbines “of a certain capacity” were required to satisfy anticipated demand. The planner later clarified that this did not indicate a ceiling being placed on the number of turbines that might be permitted.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

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Why Sean walked free Homeless versus Rugby FROM a national perspective and taking into account the concerns of the public, the most important trial for half a century was that of Sean Fitzpatrick, the banker who was accused of costing the country and the taxpayer and every man, woman and child in Ireland an absolute fortune. Looking forlornly at Iceland who jailed their inept and corrupt bankers, the people of this country looked to the trial of Sean Fitzpatrick for some satisfaction and just to see the face of one person who visited some of the woes of this country on our population, pay some sort of price. It did not happen and Sean Fitzpatrick walked from the court a free man with no blemish on his character. People have looked to the Government to know why this happened, but got little satisfaction there. However, the Irish Examiner this week gave some explanation for the major fau pas which rocked the confidence of the people in getting satisfaction for what had happened to almost bring down the country. “The State’s botched investigation

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THE approach that the present Government is taking towards the homeless who are living in hotel accommodation was brought into focus again this week, this time by Fintan O’Toole writing in the Irish Times. In a scathing piece he contrasted the government approach to the homeless crisis with its continuously missed deadlines, with the issuing of financial guarantees of €338 million to a private company for the bid to win the Rugby World Cup for Ireland in 2023. “On Friday, June 30th,” he wrote, “official figures showed that a new record number of 2,777 children, in 1,312 families, were living in emergency accommodation across the State. Scandalous in itself, this news was even more appalling because the following day, July 1st, was the Government’s own deadline for moving all homeless families out of hotel accommodation, which is wildly inappropriate for children. In Dublin alone, there are still 650 families in hotels and B&Bs. A few days later, on Wednesday, July 5th, the Dáil met in emergency session because it had to meet an urgent deadline. “Were these two events by any chance related,” asks O’Toole? As closely as Earth and Proxima Centauri, which is to say they are not even in the same solar system.The Dáil sat late on Wednesday night to push through emergency legislation related to Ireland’s bid to host the Rugby World Cup in 2023. In 3½ hours, and with no prior scrutiny, it agreed a Bill committing the State to putting up a tournament fee of €138 million to a company registered in the Isle of Man called World Cup Rugby Limited. The legislation also commits the State to guaranteeing a further sum – unknown at

this stage but thought to be about €200 million – in indemnities against possible losses relating to the tournament. “The Irish bid to host the Rugby World Cup is a good thing,” he wrote . . .The interesting point, though, is the tale of two deadlines and what it says about the State’s values and priorities.” “When is an emergency not an emergency,” he asks? When it’s poor kids who are suffering.” He points out that the deadline for the bidding process for the World Cup required guarantees by July 1st, so after changes of mind by the Attorney General on the need for legislation over several months earlier this year, the Government published a Bill on June 15th and, by Wednesday night, it was passed by the Dáil. It took just two months from the discovery of this emergency for the people’s representatives to commit the State to a contingent liability of €380 million to a private offshore company. The deadline of July 31st will be comfortably met. “Now consider the other deadline,” O’Toole continues, “moving all families out of emergency hotel accommodation by July 1st. It was set a full year ago . . . with a promise that “by mid-2017” families would be housed in hotels and B&Bs only “in very limited circumstances”. “The deadline for the Rugby World Cup was treated as absolute. The deadline for ending an abuse of the rights of our children remains a moveable feast. “Why is our republic more energised by the prospect of filling hotels and B&Bs with rugby fans five years from now than it is with emptying those hotels and B&Bs of families and children who should not be in them?” Why indeed!

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IN MEMORIAM † BARRON (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Austin Barron, late of Knockboy, Ballinamult, who died on 7th July, 2013. R.I.P. We miss you because we loved you, To us you were dearer than gold, No treasure can ever replace you, Your memory will never grow old.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 15th July, in St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena, at 7.30 p.m. –Sadly missed by his loving wife Helen; sister Moira and nephew Paddy.

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FRAHER – In loving memory of Jimmy and Mary Fraher, late of Ballinroad, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, whose Anniversaries occur at this time. Like a song that remains in the heart, When the music is playing no more, Like a fragrance that stays in the air, Where a flower has blossomed before. Like a poem that’s warmly recalled, Long after the poet is gone, A life well lived will leave many loving memories, Long after they have gone.

–Fondly remembered by Ber, Patsy and family.

HENNEBRY (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of William Hennebry, late of Knockenpower, Colligan, who died on 3rd July, 2010. R.I.P.

HENNEBRY (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Hennebry, late of Knockenpower, Colligan, who died on 12th August, 2012. R.I.P.

The face we loved is missing, The voice we loved is still, The hands that did so much for us, Are resting at God’s will. You never failed to do your best, Your heart was true and tender, You simply lived for those you loved, And those you loved remember.

We will never cease to love you, Or never cease to care, For in the corner of our hearts, You will live forever there. Your memory is precious, And never grows old, It is locked in our hearts, In letters of gold. Your presence we miss, And memories we treasure, Missing you always, Forgetting you never.

–Always in our thoughts, your loving sons, daughters and their families.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 15th July, in St. Anne’s Church, Colligan, at 7.30 p.m.

CONDON (11th anniversary) – Cherished memories of a loving husband, father and grandfather Tommy Condon, late of Kilcooney, Ballinamult, who died on 18th July, 2006. R.I.P. Though absent, You are always near, Still loved, still missed, And ever dear.

–Always remembered by his loving wife Nancy; son Tony; daughters Bibby, Margaret and Mary, and their families. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 16th July, at 11.15 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena.

FLANAGAN (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Jack Flanagan, late of Scart, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, whose 5th Anniversary occurs on 13th July.

LYONS (16th anniversary) – A loving tribute and remembrance of a loving mother Breeda Lyons, late of Toor, Lismore, who died on 17th July, 2001. R.I.P.

We little knew that day, God would call your name, In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone, For a part of us went with you, The day God called you home. We’re left with loving memories, Of the time we had with you, And feel your love around us, In everything we do. Our family chain is broken, And our lives are not the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again.

There is a special person in Heaven, So special and so rare, That special person is our Mam, The best beyond compare. In our world full of memories, You fill our hearts with pride, We never walk alone, You are always by our side. You left us precious memories, That made us laugh and cry, The times we shared together, No millionaire could buy. We seldom ask for miracles, But today just one would do, To have the front door open, And see our Mam walk through. Will those who think of Mam today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Sadly missed by your wife Pat; sons Owen, Robert and Shane; grandchildren Freya and Jack; sisters, relatives and friends.

–Always remembered by your loving family. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Touraneena, at 5.00 p.m., on Saturday, 22nd July. MAHER (28th anniversary) – In loving memory of Willie Maher, late of Gortnadiha, Ring, who died on 15th July, 1989. R.I.P.

CUMMINS (16th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Cummins, late of Ballyvooney, Stradbally, who died on 12th July, 2001. R.I.P. Mass offered. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. So rest in peace dear loved one, And thanks for all you’ve done, We pray that God has given you, The crown you’ve truly won.

–Loved and remembered by Matt, Tomás and Nollaig. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 29th July, at 10.00 a.m. in Stradbally Church.

FOLEY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear mother Kitty (nee Moloney), late of Garrynageragh, Ballinroad, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 13th July. She always leaned to watch for us, Anxious if we were late, In Winter by the window, In Summer by the gate. And though we mocked her tenderly, Who had such foolish care, The long way home would seem more safe, Because she waited there.

–Sadly missed by her loving family – John, Áine, Eamon, Margaret, Ben, Declan, Maur and Kathryn.

A lot in life has altered, A lot of life is new, But things that never alter, Are the memories of you. It isn’t what we write, It isn’t what we say, It’s how we feel inside, When we think of you today.

–Sadly missed by your son Seán and family. MAHER (28th anniversary) – In loving memory of William Maher, late of Gortnadiha, Ring, who died on 15th July, 1989. R.I.P. You left me lovely memories, With pride I speak your name, Though life goes on without you, It will never be the same.

–Never forgotten by your son Liam and family.

–Always remembered by your daughter Cissie, family and grandchildren.

MULCAHY (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of Helen Mulcahy, late of 11 Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas, who passed away on 17th July, 2007. You were so special Mam, So hard to be without, But we know you are beside us, Of this we have no doubt. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, There is a special place within our hearts, That is always kept for you. If we could have one single wish, And never have another, It would be to have one hour, And spend it with our Mother. So on your Anniversary, We’ll think of you and smile, And in our dreams we’ll visit you, For just a little while.

–Thinking of you always and never forgotten by your husband Jim; son Alan; daughter Fiona and extended family. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 14th July, in Newtown Church, Kilmacthomas, at 7.30 p.m.

DO NOT STAND AT MY GRAVE AND WEEP Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep, I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle Autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am the swift uplifting rush, Of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.

–Missing and loving you always Dad – Emily, Nicola and Orla.

MAHER (28th anniversary) – In loving memory of William Maher, late of Gortnadiha, Ring, who died on 15th July, 1989. We miss your smile, Your joking ways, We miss the things, You used to say. And when old times, We do recall, It’s then we miss you, Most of all.

NORRIS (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of our father Nicholas Norris, late of Englishtown, Stradbally, Co. Waterford, who died on 15th July, 2015.

NORRIS (2nd anniversary) – Treasured memories of Nicholas Norris, late of Englishtown, Stradbally, who died on 15th July, 2015.

NORRIS (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear husband and father Nicholas Norris, late of Englishtown, Stradbally, Co. Waterford, who died on 15th July, 2015. If I could have just one more day, And wishes did come true, I’d spend every glorious moment, Side by side with you. Recalling all the years we shared, And memories we made, How grateful I would be, To have just one more day. Where the tears I’ve shed are not in vain, And only fall in bliss, So many things I’d let you know, About the days you’ve missed. I wouldn’t have to make pretend, You never went away, How grateful I would be to, Have just one more day. When that day came to a close, And the sun began to set, A million times I’d let you know, I never will forget. The heart of gold you left behind, When you entered Heaven’s gate, How grateful I would be to, Have just one more day.

–You will always be with us, your loving wife Bernie. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated for Nicholas on Sunday, 16th July, at 11.00 a.m. in Garranbane Church.

The rolling stream of life rolls on, But still the vacant chair, Recalls the voice, the smile of the one, Who once sat there. R.I.P.

–Mary and Tom.

O’BRIEN (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Patrick (Paddy) O’Brien, late of 12 College Road, Ardmore, who died on 18th July, 2014. The sun still rises in the east And darkness falls at night, But nothing now seems quite the same Each day is not as bright. The birds still sing, the flowers grow The breeze still whispers, too But it will never, ever be the same world without you.

–Sadly missed by your loving family – Terri, Fiona, Jacqueline, Lennon, Lily Rose and baby Leo. 3rd Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Declan's Church, Ardmore, on Saturday, July 15th, at 7.30 p.m.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT † BRIGID LOOBY (nee Tobin) Kilbree, Cappoquin Noel, Denis, Michael and their families would like to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with us on the death of our mother Brigid. Thanks to all who attended her removal, Funeral Mass and burial; sent letters of sympathy, Mass cards and floral tributes. We appreciate the guard of honour formed by the Cappoquin G.A.A. and Soccer Clubs. A sincere thanks to Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., for celebrating her Funeral Mass and his house visits over many years. Our gratitude also to Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., and Fr. Laurance, O.C.S.O., Roscrea, for their kind words and support. The generosity and kindness of our wonderful neighbours and friends at this difficult time was very welcome and comforting. Brigid enjoyed a long life in the comfort of her own home. This was supported by the help of the Home Help team, especially Maureen, Carmel and by the frequent visits of her neighbours and friends. Our gratitude also to the Doctors and Nursing staff of Waterford University Hospital for the exceptional care and kindness they showed to Brigid. To Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, thank you for your kindness, attention to detail and professionalism which we greatly appreciated. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions.

† NÓIRÍN UÍ RÉAGÁIN (nee Power) Baile na nGall, An Rinn The family of the late Nóirín Uí Réagáin deeply appreciate and will always hold in grateful remembrance all our relatives, friends and neighbours who sympathised with and supported us following Nóirín’s untimely passing. A special word of appreciation to those who travelled from afar to be with us. To those who attended the Rosary and Nóirín’s Funeral Mass, telephoned, sent texts, messages, called, sent Mass cards, letters of sympathy, flowers and donated to the Irish Cancer Society, we sincerely thank you. We are deeply appreciative to Nóirín’s GP, Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú, and to the Doctors, Nurses and staff of University Hospital Waterford for their care and kindness shown to Nóirín during her short illness. We express our sincere thanks to Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., and Fr. F. O’Callaghan for celebrating Nóirín’s Requiem Mass; to Cór Fear na nDéise for the beautiful music and singing, with a special word of thanks to Seán Mac Craith who sang Nóirín’s favourite song, ‘The Lakes of Pontchartrain;’ to Pauline McPartland for the beautiful flower arrangements in the Church; to the Altar servers and the gravediggers. We would like to thank Heilbhic RNLI who provided a Guard of Honour on the day – it was much appreciated. We extend our grateful thanks to James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, for your kindness, sensitivity and professionalism. A special word of appreciation to Páidí Breathnach, Spar An Rinn; to Bilest and Breda Murray, Tigh Mhuirithe, for hosting the funeral party and to An Linn Bhuidhe for providing delicious food and professional service. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere appreciation and a token of our deepest gratitude. Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Nóirín will be celebrated in Séipéal San Nioclás, An Rinn, on Sunday, 30th July, at 11.45 a.m.

† JIMMY WHITE Stradbally, Co. Waterford As we lovingly remember Jimmy on his First Anniversary (16th July), his family would like to sincerely thank all who sympathised with us following our sad loss. Thanks to all who sent Mass cards and letters of sympathy; those who attended the Rosary and Funeral Mass, especially those who travelled long distances to be with us. People’s generosity and kindness at this difficult time was very welcome and comforting. Sincere thanks to Jimmy’s neighbours and friends, especially the Coffey family and Ann Reilly whose company he enjoyed so much. A special thank you to all the Home Care team who cared for Jimmy, especially Nora Carroll whose kindness will never be forgotten. We wish to extend our unending gratitude to the Doctors, Nurses and staff of University Hospital Waterford, especially those who work in the Palliative Care Ward for their gentleness and kindness in Jimmy's final days. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Doctors, staff and Public Health Nurse in Kilmacthomas Medical Centre; to Mowlam and CareChoice Nursing Homes for their commitment and care. We extend sincere gratitude to Fr. Condon for his frequent visits to Jimmy, which he always found comfort in. We appreciate his officiating at his Funeral Mass, assissted by Fr. Delaney, Fr. Enright and Fr. Lucey. Thanks to Kents Funeral Directors for their attention to detail and professionalism. To the Choir for its beautiful music which gave us comfort. We also wish to thank the Sacristan, Altar servers and gravediggers for the respect and dignity shown at this difficult time. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our apprecation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Jimmy will be celebrated on Saturday, 15th July, at 12 noon, in Stradbally Church.

WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Ann-Marie Lynch and Patrick O’Doherty, intend to apply for planning permission for a dwelling house, garage, new entrance, wastewater treatment system, water borewell and all other ancillary site works at Fruithill, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Ballyduff G.A.A. Club, wish to apply to Waterford City and County Council for planning permission to erect a gym building, on-site waste water treatment system, entrance, parking and all associated site works at Ballyduff Lower, Ballyduff, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during it public opening hours {9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Monday – Friday (excl. public holidays)}. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Dawn West and John Griffin, intend to apply for permission for a new single-storey house, new entrance and driveway, new parking area and shed, new private well and new waste water treatment system and percolation area at Gortnapeaky, Ballyduff Upper, County Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Permission is sought to construct storey and a half style dwelling, entrance, wastewater treatment system and ancillary works at Ballintaylor Lower, Dungarvan Co. Waterford – Alan Curran. The application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Tallow Area Credit Union, seek permission for change of use of premises previously subdivided for use as Credit Union office and self-contained apartment to single dwelling house and all ancillary works at 3 Church View, Ballyduff, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

Youghal Queen of the Sea Festival 14th – 16th July, 2017 KATE POPOVA Be Active Gym Entrepreneur Kate is a travel-loving education specialist aged 24. Her internet company teaches business English to global students. In addition, she’s a work and travel specialist and resident academic tutor at a leading TEFL brand. A fitness and gym enthusiast, she also pursues Yoga.

JUSTYNA MARCAK Supermac's Justyna is a very happy and enthusiastic person. She's attending Pobalscoil na Trionoide in Youghal and is going into her final year of school. Justyna hopes to study psychiatric nursing after the Leaving Cert because she always had an innate sense and desire to help those who struggle to help themselves. She has a keen interest in make-up, fitness and modelling which she likes to do in her spare time. One of her main goals is to travel the world, she hopes she'll have the opportunity to go abroad with charities and help people in third world countries.

DENISE HALLAHAN Aura Leisure Centre Denise is 20 years old and is from Cloyne. She is currently studying Recreation and Leisure Management in C.I.T. She is a qualified lifeguard and swim instructor. Denise works part time in Aura Leisure Centre Youghal as a lifeguard, swim teacher and party host. She really enjoys working with children and gets great satisfaction from her role as a swim teacher to children of all ages. She hopes to complete a masters in education in the future. Travelling is one of Denise's other passions and she hopes to work abroad teaching children. In her free time she enjoys orienteering and meeting friends and family.

ALEX BUTLER Flawless Beauty Alex is 25 years old and has a degree in Environmental Earth Science from UCC. She has recently started a part-time degree in Brewing and Distilling Operations in CIT. Alex is currently working as a checkout supervisor in Hurley's SuperValu, Midleton. She has a keen eye for fashion. In 2015 Alex won Best Dressed Lady at the Galway Races Festival and also won Best Hat there in 2013. In her spare time she enjoys showjumping with her horse Pyewacket. She has a passion for helping rescue animals and on more than a few occasions has travelled far and wide to save them.

LILY SMOLAREK McDonald's Travel Agency Lily is attending Pobalscoil na Trionoide where she is studying for her Leaving Cert. She aspires to study international and European law in college. As well as being an extremely dedicated student, Lily finds time to compete in several science competitions and has won both Merck Millipore and the Scifest Communicator award. Lily is very passionate about rugby and has made the Munster U18 squad. Some of Lily's hobbies include going to the gym and spending time with friends.

All photographs by John Hennessy

Sharon Shannon to headline the Youghal “Queen of the Sea” Festival SHARON Shannon is set to send temperatures soaring in the seaside town of Youghal with some lively tunes at the free Open-Air concert on the GIG RIG for the annual Queen of the Sea festival. The festival weekend which takes place in the town centre from the 14th -16th July, 2017 supports two local charities, Youghal Cardiac First Responders and the Youghal Lifeboat. Speaking at the launch on Wednesday, 5th July, in Farrell’s Summerfield Bar, Patrick McCarthy from the First Responder’s voluntary group said that “we were delighted to be part of the Queen of the Sea festival and that we are currently trying to raise funds to place defibrillators in a number of locations throughout the town”. He also said that “the Youghal cardiac first responders will be on hand to provide medical assistance for the festival weekend, we will be especially keeping a close eye on the contestants who are taking part in the wife carrying race!” As part of the festival launch, this year’s Queens also took some time out to visit Youghal Clockgate Tower one of Ireland’s Ancient East’s, newest attractions. The iconic Clockgate Tower in the centre of town is offering a 20% reduction on Tour Tickets for the Festival weekend, another added bonus to the excitement and events. Kicking-off the festival on Friday 14th is a Fancy Dress contest followed by the first introduction to this year’s Queens with a Preview on stage. Following this is a Session by the Sea on the GIG RIG with Duffy & Friends. The Nealons Quay area transforms into a food and craft village for the weekend with everything from mouth-watering gourmet Sausages, BBQ Burgers and Pizzas to warm Crepes and waffles with chocolate sauce and fresh cream and an amazing selection of baked goodies and sweets to keep any “foodie” full for the day. Saturday evening sees the crowning of the Queen of the Sea followed by the FREE, Open Air concert with The Drifters live on the Gig Rig followed by a spectacular Fireworks display! Throughout the weekend, festivalgoers are encouraged to test their skills at the Wife Carrying Race or the Rubbish at Golf competition’s, for those feeling adventurous thy out the Rock Climbing Wall or the Bucking Bronco and other amusements. There’s also plenty of fun activities for the kids to enjoy with the free Crab Fishing and Sandcastle Building Competition. Entertainment and street shows with the fabulous Wobbly Circus, Face painting, Amusements, and a fun Dog Show.Treat yourself to some fun, come for the craic, stay on for the music, you won’t be disappointed. Loads of Free fun for everyone!!!

EMER HOGAN Jessica Loves Emer is an employee in Jessica Loves. She is hoping to study Physiotherapy in college. She loves raising money for charity by joining in on the regular fun runs, helping out with bag packing and any other way she can. In her free time she plays camogie for Youghal GAA and horse rides for West Waterford Pony Club. She is hoping to compete in the Irish tetrathalron this summer. She also enjoys playing the piano and spending time with her friends and family.

Some members of Youghal RNLI – Derry Walsh, Breda Gardiner, Rhonda Burke, Susan Mason, Alan Revins and Erik Brooks at the launch of the annual Queen Of The Sea Festival in Youghal starting on Friday, 14th July and finishing on Sunday, 16th July in aid of Youghal RNLI and Youghal Cardiac First Responders. See Youghal Queen Of The Sea Facebook page for more details. [John Hennessy]

Some of the members of Youghal Cardiac First Responders – Patrick McCarthy, Rebecca Walsh, Joanne Walsh, Robert Heffernan, Caroline Cody and Sophie Ansbro at the launch of the annual Queen Of The Sea Festival in Youghal starting on Friday, 14th July and finishing on Sunday, 16th July in aid of Youghal RNLI and Youghal Cardiac First Responders. See Youghal Queen Of The Sea Facebook page for more details. [John Hennessy]

ELENA HYNES Pat and Jason Ryan Motors Elena is 19 years old and is just finished her first year of Commerce and German in UCC. Elena has many interests, with her top being travelling. With her course she will have the opportunity to study in Germany for a year. Elena aspires to one day go-on-to study culinary arts in CIT with the hopes of opening her own business in food. During her time in school she showed great leadership qualities when she was assigned to a programme to help the incoming 1st years become more comfortable and confident by leading by example. Along with this Elena used to teach swimming lessons with the Irish Water Safety in Dungarvan voluntarily. She is currently starting a new business venture with an international make-up company. Elena loves nothing more than discovering new things with her friends in her spare time.

JESS FITZGERALD JJ's Truckstop Jess is a student at Pobalscoil na Triónóide, she is incredibly athletic having been selected to play for Waterford ladies football minor and senior teams. This led her to win an all Ireland and three Munster titles in the two years since she made her inter-county debut. She enjoys volunteering as a manager of her local underage football teams. Her interests in science led her to win many science competitions and inevitably realising her goal to become a doctor through studying medicine in college. Outside of her training and study regime Jess enjoys playing the violin and working in her local pub in Clashmore.

JENNY O'CONNOR Perks Entertainment Centre Jenny is 18 years old and is going into 6th year in Pobalscoil na Trionoide. She works part-time in Perks Entertainment Centre, catering for parties and supervising children in the play centre. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family, shopping and looking after children. She hopes to study midwifery in UCC next year.

EMILY AHERNE Community Radio Youghal Emily Aherne is a 22 year old from Tallow and is representing Community Radio Youghal where she volunteers. Emily recently graduated from University of Limerick with a First Class Honours in News Media and English. Her main interests are music and drama. She is a singer-songwriter and has been playing guitar and writing songs for over 10 years. She is the secretary of Brideview Drama Tallow and is hugely involved in productions both on stage and behind the scenes. Emily has a part-time job at Leahys Open Farm and her main role is as a Bean an Tí in a 300 year old cottage.

ROBBIE DILLON Kerry's Kloset Roberta Dillon is a qualified beautician and nail technician for the last 5 years. She works primarily for a global beauty wholesalers and thoroughly enjoys her job. Apart from her job her real passions are keeping fit and enjoying leisure time with her friends and family. She adores animals and volunteers her services with many local animal welfare projects.

TESS MANSFIELD Clockgate Tower Tess is 18 years old and has just finished her first year in applied social studies in WIT which is a 3 year course. She works in Beachcombers in Ardmore. She has a strong interest in make-up. She helped out with the Ardmore girlguides this year. Tess enjoys spending time with her friends and family. Also, she wishes to travel when she's older.

LAURA WHITE Mulcahy Painters Laura is 19 years old, she is just finished her Leaving Cert and hoping to study nursing in Cork. She work in Perks Entertainment Centre, supervisor of the play centre. Laura is very energetic and likes to learn new skills. Laura loves to work with children and hopes one day to become a qualified children's nurse. Last year Laura won an all-Ireland medal for representing Cork in the all-Ireland basketball final. Laura had a major interest in basketball during her secondary school years and achieved many awards. Laura loves to help people and it's one of her personal goals to go abroad to help the children in Calcutta.

MEGAN KIRK Redstore Megan is 19 years old and has just finished her first year in UCD studying architecture but plans to pursue a degree in commerce starting in September. She works part-time in the Red Store and enjoys working with the public on a day-to-day basis. Megan has a keen interest in basketball and has been playing for seven years. She has won many awards both on the court and for coaching. She got the chance to represent Cork two years-in-a-row in the All Ireland finals with the team taking home first place both years. Make-up is another interest of hers. Megan loves to travel but also enjoys being at home with her family and friends.

Denise Goggin Blackwater Cruises Denise Goggin is 26 years old and lives in Youghal. She is a mother of a beautiful 7 year old daughter and a qualified care assistant caring for the elderly. A happy, fun loving person and a volunteer member of the RNLI in Youghal for 10 years, during which time she participated in numerous missions. In the future she hopes to secure a job working with the elderly.

COUNTY NEWS 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 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1800 804 848. You are not alone! Please note change in time.

Dungarvan Show Memorabilia IF you have photographs or memorabilia on the Dungarvan Show would you like to put them on display at the show. Please contact Frances Carroll on 086-1655139.

Samaritans say thanks again THE Samaritans annual “Biro Day” was held in Dungarvan this year on Friday, 30th June to raise funds for the Waterford branch of Samaritans and to help highlight the service provided by the organisation. The event was very successful and all the money raised was passed on to the Waterford Centre at 16 Beau Street in the city. The Centre through its (volunteer) Director Anthony Hamilton would like to thank all who contributed on the day and the retail outlets who afforded them the opportunity to fundraise in their premises. Of the many local people who collect on the day, some have been involved for more than 20 years! People contact Samaritans about a wide range of issues including depression, relationship and family problems, loneliness, physical and mental issues, alcohol, drugs, self-harm, financial worries, issues around sexuality as well as suicidal thoughts and feelings. Samaritans Freephone no. is 116123 (available 24 hours a day every day). Contact can also be made by text (087 260 90 90). For anyone wishing to call in person to the Waterford centre, it is open daily from 9.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m. Visit www.samaritans.ie for more information.

Ardmore/Grange ICA Annual Antiques Fair PREPARATIONS are underway for the Annual Antiques Fair to be held in Halla Deuglán, Ardmore, on Sunday, 23rd July, from noon to 5.30 p.m. Admission remains at €5 inclusive of afternoon tea in the ICA Hall at the rear of Halla Deuglán. This very popular event draws dealers and visitors from far and wide. There will be a large and varied selection of antiques and collectables on sale. We are hoping to see as many members, friends and interested visitors as possible. Come and participate in what should be a very enjoyable day for families and friends – take a walk on the beach, visit the Farmers’ Market, spend some time visiting the Antiques Fair, and follow this by enjoying afternoon tea in the ICA Hall where there will be delicious cakes and desserts on offer, with the usual cups of tea or coffee, all for the price of €5. A perfect day out for everyone.

Carleton Art Exhibition - Ardmore THE Carleton Family, Anne, Lee, and Julie Anne will be holding their Annual Art Exhibition in their studio and gallery at 6, Main St. Ardmore on Sunday, 23rd July to Sunday, 30th July from 11.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. daily. Over 70 paintings will be on display and will include popular local scenes. This year many scenes from the famous Cliff Walk will be featured. There will be a selection of acrylics, oil, watercolours, pen & ink and mixed media. The artists are a mother, son and daughter, so you will have three distinctive styles on show. There will be new paintings on display for the first time. As usual the prices are very reasonable It is well worth a visit, so go along and enjoy. Enquiries etc 0872371598.

MOUNT KILIMANJARO CLIMB WITH A BEKO WASHING MACHINE IN AID OF PIETA HOUSE – Waterford man to carry a 40kg Beko washing machine to the summit of Africa’s highest peak – Enda O’Doherty pictured with his supporters (left to right): Aisling Powell, Anne Byrne and Enda’s wife Maeve O’Doherty as Enda leaves Dublin Airport on his way to climb Kilimanjaro in aid of Pieta House. The Waterford man will carry a 40kg Beko washing machine to the summit of Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro. He is aiming to spread a positive mental health message through the symbolism of carrying a heavy hidden load and to highlight the importance of asking for help and to ‘share the load’. For more information or to donate to a very worthy cause please visit http://pieta-challenge-2017.everydayhero.do/ or call 1800 247247 if you need to ‘share the load”. [Robbie Reynolds]

Silage Exhibition 2017 - Lismore Castle ON Sunday, July 23rd, Silage Exhibition 2017 will take place at Lismore Castle Estates, Melleray Vintage Club are back with their 2nd Vintage Silage Exhibition and Full Vintage Show by kind permission of Lord and Lady Burlington. Lismore Castle is set on the beautiful banks of the Blackwater in the heritage town of Lismore with easy access from the all areas. Lismore Castle Estates is a working dairy, beef and tillage farm under Farm Manager Jerry Twomey. Following the over whelming success of the 2016 event, we have again very kindly been granted the use of 100 acres to hold our Silage cutting exhibition and show with dedicated off road parking within the estate. The site is accessible from all areas being 45 mins from Waterford and 50 mins from Cork. All traffic should

enter Lismore from the N72 and the entrance will be signposted from both sides of the town. On the day, Seamus Moore The JCB Man will open the show and provide musical entertainment throughout the afternoon. There will be single chop, double chop and precision chop silage harvesters in action. We are delighted to once again have entries from all over Ireland and maybe even a few further away and we continue to take entries from all Vintage (strictly pre 1992) silage equipment including trailers. Please note that all participants will need to have Insurance Cover and all guards and covers including PTO guards need to be in place or participation on the day will not be allowed. Southern Ireland Tractor Pullers Association will be in

action on the Day with displays of Tractor Pulling and there is a Championship Pull. Exhibits and Harvesters are welcome to arrive from Saturday morning to set up Harvesters. As it is the Ford 100 Year Anniversary, we hope that we can celebrate this event by having 100 Ford Vehicles at the show. So all Ford Tractor and Car owners are asked to come along and help us reach this target. We are very honored this year to have "Sliabh na mBan" Michael Collins iconic armoured car along with some Irish Military Vehicles on view on the day, along with displays of Stationary Engines, Cars, Tractors. There is Children's entertainment, an all new Artisan Food Village and Trade stalls including Farm & Plant Buyers so this promises to be a great day out for all the family.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

COUNTY NEWS

KILL KILL GAA LOTTO At last week’s Lotto draw in Kirwan’s Bar, there was no winner of the €10,000 lotto jackpot. On the night we had no Match 3’s so it was down to the Lucky Dip draw to decide the winners.The winning tickets drawn out were Eddie Fitzgerald and a combined ticket of Conall & Meabh Hennessy. The numbers drawn were 12,15,16 and 18. PROGRESS It is great to see that fibre broadband has finally arrived in Kill. After a rather rocky start, the first customers should by now be connected and hopefully up and running at great speeds. It’s certainly a step in the right direction for the village with choices in broadband connection, an improved and expanded local link bus service which connects us with Waterford City, Dungarvan and Tramore as well as all the villages in the Copper Coast area and so much more happening. The future’s bright! BIRTHDAY WISHES Happy Birthday to Ellie Hayes who celebrates her birthday this week, have a great day and a fantastic Summer Ellie! Best wishes also to Lena Power in Boatstrand who also has her big day this week, we all wish you a great year ahead and a day full of treats! CONGRATULATIONS A huge well done and well deserved to the Gealach Gorm Theatre and all the other local organisations who were awarded for their great community work at the recent Community Awards Night in the Waterford County Council Chamber recently.

Launch of the 100th Dungarvan Agricultural Show and 'The Show Story', a book tracing the history of the Show (l. .to r.): Frances Shanahan, Hal Chavasse, Kieran O'Connor and Des Power pictured at the in The Park Hotel.

OBJECT OF THE WEEK Torpedo Bottle Stamped ‘Cantrell & Cochrane’ Late 19th Century

John O’Leary and James Barry (Gealach Gorm Theatre) pictured in Waterford County Council chamber at Awards night.

BONMAHON WHAT WAS YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION? Was it to get fit and healthy? To finally join the gym or take up running? To meet new people, get out more? Did you manage it? It doesn't matter when you do it, it's never too late and it can be even harder if you are berating yourself for not having started. But all it takes is one step, one foot in front of the other. One group of people who did just that only last April have now formed the Copper Coast Crackers which meet in Bonmahon Carpark every Thursday at 78pm with Michelle Byrne from Imagine Fitness. All levels, especially absolute beginners catered for. Costs just €3 Bring the children, there are no excuses. Don't know anybody? Doesn't matter, this fabulous bunch will make you feel so welcome you won't want to go home. Worried what someone might think? Only person that matters is you. You're too tired, depressed, overwhelmed? Then this is definitely for you. It's a womens thing? Not at all and all ages catered for too. This is a challenge to yourself - take the first step, try it out for one month, that's just 4 hours out of your whole life and it is absolutely guaranteed you'll only be sorry that you didn't do it sooner. But no regrets, do this now, for you. Contact Grace at 086 3289212 for more info or check out Copper Coast Crackers on Facebook. Go on....... IT’S YOUR COLUMN! If you have any news, pictures or announcements to share, please send them in to mareikerembold@eircom.net or by text to 087 4133522 by Thursday evening each week.

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The company was founded by Thomas Joseph Cantrell (18271909) who was born in Dublin. He moved to Belfast where he worked at a chemist’s. He established his own business with James Dyas manufacturing mineral waters, ginger ale, lemonade etc. In 1868 he merged with Henry Cochrane (1836-1904) and founded Cantrell & Cochrane. By the 1880s they were described as the largest soft drinks manufacturer in the world. The round bottomed bottles were made from 1869 until the early 1900s. Because the bottle lay on its side the cork stayed moist and didn’t dry out. Ginger ale, seltzer water, and medicated aerated water were sold in this type of bottle. ANNUAL MUSEUM BOOK SALE We are now accepting books for our annual book sale. Books can be dropped in to us at the Museum in Friary Street. Books should be in good condition, with no magazines or encyclopaedias please. YOUR CHANCE TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM! Museum membership is available for an annual fee of €15 if you would like to support the work of the Museum. The Museum relies heavily on membership fees, donations and fund raising activities, so we would be delighted if you would join us as a member. As a member you will benefit from knowing that you are supporting the important work of the Museum in County Waterford, plus being informed of various talks, new exhibitions and activities taking place throughout the year. There is also a member’s annual trip and Christmas meal. Please do

consider joining us as a member. You can see the very varied and interesting work of the Museum on our website www.waterfordmuseum.ie including volunteers recently taking part in local archaeological digs. Call in to see us in Friary Street, or ring us on 058 45960 for more information. DUNGARVAN AGRICULTURAL SHOW NEW BOOK ‘THE SHOW STORY 1913-2017’ FOR SALE IN THE MUSEUM We always have a selection of books with local connections for sale in the Museum with a wide range of topics from local history to guide books to poetry and photographs. We now have the new book about the Dungarvan Agricultural Show ‘The Show Story 1913-2017’ for sale at €10 celebrating the one hundredth show. This is a beautiful book packed with lovely photos and details of the history of the show and at a very reasonable price. Our congratulations to the Dungarvan Show Committee on their one hundredth show. A percentage of all of our book sales goes towards the running costs of the Museum. Please do consider calling into us in Friary Street to view our selection of books. SUNDAY, 16th JULY – CURRAGHMORE EVENTS Sunday, 16th July, marks the three hundredth wedding anniversary of Katherine de la Poer of Curraghmore and Marcus Beresford. As part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival, the family is holding a series of talks in the upper hall and using the dining room for morning coffee and afternoon tea between talks. The first lecture will be at 11.00 a.m. ‘The Powers of Curraghmore’ by Mr Kenneth W. Nicholls, one of the most widely respected Irish historians of the twentieth century, followed by morning coffee in the dining room. Next will be ‘16th July 1717 the marriage that changed Irish history’ by Julian Walton. Julian has delighted radio listeners with historical anecdotes

about things that happened in and around Waterford. The lecture at 2.00 p.m. will be ‘a most magnificent place, the evolution of the gardens and demesne at Curraghmore’ by William Fraher, Curator of Waterford County Museum, who has a particular interest in the history of Waterford country houses and gardens, followed by afternoon tea in the dining room. Then there will be a walk through the gardens with the head gardener Michael Murphy and William Fraher. This will be a great opportunity to ask questions and get an insight into managing the gardens and plans for the future. For tickets and further details of these events please visit the website www.comeraghswild.com or phone 086-7777515. SPECIAL EVENT AT SGC DUNGARVAN, 'VINCENT VAN GOGH – A NEW WAY OF SEEING' On Tuesday, 18th July at 7.00 p.m. there will be a filmmaker’s tour filmed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, giving a vivid picture of Vincent van Gogh. The show will be introduced and opened by local award winning young artist Sinéad Hehir and will feature an in-house question and answer session with the director/producer Phil Grabsky. Enjoying complete and unprecedented access to the treasures of Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum, this is a fresh new film about one of the world’s favourite artists, marking both a major re-hanging of the gallery’s collection and a celebration of the 125th anniversary of Vincent van Gogh’s death. Tickets for this special event at the reduced rate of €10 are available at the Museum in Friary Street. DONATION OF OBJECTS AND OLD PHOTOGRAPHS The Museum relies on donations of objects from members of the public.We do not have funds to purchase objects, so we would be very grateful for any objects of local historic interest which you may have in your possession which

you would be willing to kindly donate to us. Also if you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. with a County Waterford connection we are very happy to accept them. We can scan them to add to our extensive photographic archive and give you back the originals. By donating items to us you will be playing your part in helping to preserve local history for future generations. You can drop items into us in Friary Street, or call us on 058 45960 to discuss any items you are thinking of donating. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 058 45960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 12th JULY, 2017 Name: Patrick McBride; Age: 28; Service No. Rank: Fireman; Service: Merc.Marine; Unit: S.S. Garmoyle;Where Born:Waterford; Death Category: At Sea. Name: Michael Bateman; Age: 30; Service No. Rank: 10773DA Deck Hand; Service: R.N. Res.; Unit: H.M.S. George Mulburn; Where Born: Helvick Ring, Old Parish; Death Category: N.S. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

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STRADBALLY RACHAEL O’KEEFFE It was with profound sadness the community in Stradbally learned of the untimely passing of Rachael O’Keeffe (nee O’Reilly) ‘Crannog’, Knockrower, Stradbally, Co. Waterford on Wednesday, 5th July, 2017. Rachael lay in repose at her family home on Thursday evening from 6.00 p.m. until 8.30 p.m. where the rosary was recited and friends, neighbours and colleagues came to pay their respects in great numbers. The funeral Mass at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally was celebrated at noon on Friday, 7th July by Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. assisted by Fr. Michael Enright and Fr. Jerry Horan. The beautiful hymns and accompaniment was provided Dina Walsh. The readers of the liturgy were

Samantha Condon and Darragh Kelly. The prayers of the faithful were shared by Kelly, Jane, Geraldine and Graham. Emblems of Rachael’s life and the offertory gifts were brought to the altar by Caoimhe, Zoe, Conor and Rian. Before the final prayers Rachael’s daughter Aoife paid a very moving and fitting tribute to her mother. To the strains of ‘Halleluia’ Rachael was carried to her final resting place in the adjoining cemetery. Deepest sympathy is extended to Rachael’s husband Michael; daughter Aoife; sons Raymond and Anthony; brother Raymond; sisters Bernadette, Sandra and Madaline; sisters-in-law Geraldine and Ann; brothers-inlaw Anthony and T. J.; mother-inlaw and father-in-law Mary and Anthony O’Keeffe and the

extended O’Reilly and O’Keeffe families. LOCAL AUTHOR A reminder that local author, Mary Power Kelly, formerly of Glen, Kilmacthomas will read from her newly launched book ‘Hydrangeas’ at O’Mahony’s Pub, Durrow on Wednesday night next, 12th July, at 8.30 p.m. The book with stories, prose and own paintings of a rural childhood on a farm in the 1950s Ireland of growing up between the parishes of Kilmacthomas and Stradbally. Everyone is welcome to attend and light refreshments will be served and, of course, copies of Mary’s book will be on sale. If you cannot make it to Durrow on Wednesday night there will be another opportunity to meet Mary at the

Stradbally Market in the Cove Bar on Saturday next, 15th July from 11 a.m. where she will be signing her books. There is also a date where Mary will do some book signing at the Library in Kilmacthomas on Wednesday, 26th July at 6 p.m. TIDY TOWNS NEWS Stradbally Tidy Towns raffle tickets on sale currently with attractive prizes, committee members will be calling on all

householders looking for support for their fundraising drive. The raffle will take place on the 11th August, Friday night in Whelan’s Bar. BARRON HALL Following the success of our 2016 “Vintage Tea” work is already in place for this years event, Dave and his team are working on their stage performance, Saturday, 5th August, date for your diary. Our Walk? Talks

continue on the “Golden Mile” Greenway Wednesday's 8.00 p.m. and Saturdays 11.00 a.m., and to add to the mix we will visit the Drumlohan Ogham Stone site on Thursday 27th. All the Barron Hall events are run by a small group of voluntary people, Monies collected go to the Barron Hall Restoration Fund. More anon. Any queries to Tom 087-9386209 or brianjcorry@yahoo.ie

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L-R standing, Dick Clancy, Eddie Fitzpatrick, Tom Cunningham, Rosaleen Keane welcoming party for the Ballacoola, (Co. Laois) ARA and ICA on a visit to Stradbally recently, enjoying some beautiful scones/sandwiches and deserts in the Barron Hall.

BIG thanks to Mgt Cunningham, Collette Lenihan and Richard Hickey who were our main cooks for the event. We then visited the local church to witness the recent redecoration work, the highlight here was beautiful designed coloured and cut glass windows. Then to Stradbally village, on to the Cove, recently chosen as one of the top ten hidden coves in Ireland. A visit to Stradbally now has to take in the Greenway, the walk and sights enjoyed by all. “Tay and Mahon Valley ARA” will close now for the Summer months, but some are interested in cycling which will commence on Monday 17th. Members or non members if you are interested please contact us.

Mary Power Kelly launches book “Hydrangeas” Back row left to right: Kay Power, Glen, Helen Rowe, Ballylynch (now Helen O’Mahoney) and Kathleen Gough, Ballykerogue. Front row left to right: Nicholas Power, James Power, Noel Gough, Michael Rowe, Patricia Power, c1955 taken at Stradbally Convent School. Mary Power Kelly launched her second book "Hydrangeas" in the Library Ferrybank a few weeks ago. You can see the confidence of the author in the writing. This sentence in the outside cover says a lot. "As I walk my dream out into the light I find the courage to sing my own song". This memoir gives an honest account of Mary's childhood in the 1950's growing up on an isolated farm between the townlands of Stradbally and Kilmacthomas in Co. Waterford. It was a quiet place close to the earth, where Mary found a freedom to grow up at her own pace. It captures a magical wonderland dominated by light, colour and

natural beauty. It is interspersed with poems and her own paintings, which link well with this gentle portrayal. We are filled with a certain nostalgia for a lost world." Coming from the same generation myself, once I started reading these memoirs I had to read through, you could see the sadness and the happiness. "Mother of Pearl" Winter took my father. Mother remained a gentle soul, Always quiet, her silent tears were deafening. Taking comfort in the last cigarette at bedtime, I lay beside her watching anxiously in the dark, Ensuring its final glow was quenched. Looking forward to next Wednesday night, 12th July, Mary Power Kelly will be giving a reading from her book "Hydrangeas" in O’Mahoneys, Shanacoole 8.30 p.m. (Photo courtesy of Mary Power Kelly, Glen and Kilmacow)

TOURANEENA DON STIFFE & FRIENDS CONCERT There are still some tickets available for the much anticipated Don Stiffe and Friends concert which will be held in the Community Centre, Touraneena on Friday night, 21st July. However, tickets are selling fast so don't miss out. You can book your tickets at 087-8120619 or 0838594727 Tickets cost €15 including a door prize on the night. Doors open at 8.15 p.m. and the concert starts at 8.30 p.m. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO None of the jackpots were won last Sunday night. The numbers drawn for the €3,000 were 3, 4 and 8.The numbers drawn for the €200 jackpot were 11, 17 and 24.The 5 x €20 winners were Kathleen Connors, Bernie Lonergan, Tara McGourty, Eddie O'Grady c/o Royco and Martin Wall c/o Kay Ware. The Promoters prize of €20 was won by Nuala Dunne. The next draw is in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena on Sunday night, 16th July.

SENIOR HURLERS The 58 year famine ended last Saturday night in Semple Stadium when Waterford beat Kilkenny in a thrilling match.The final score after extra time was Waterford 4-23; Kilkenny 2-22. Early on in the game it looked as if Waterford were going to cruise through handy enough to the next round but Kilkenny who are well known for coming out and pressing hard in the second half, once again lived up to their reputation. However,Waterford with superb play sealed the deal in extra time and will now face Wexford in the quarter finals. Hopefully the fans who can't make it to this match will be able to see the game on RTE rather than have their ear glued to the radio. It seems as technology moves forward, the supporter experience is moving backwards. Fair dues to Michael Duignan, panellist on the RTE Sunday Game who rightly pointed out that ‘the biggest disgrace of the weekend was on

Saturday evening, that the Waterford versus Kilkenny game wasn’t shown on free to air in this country’. Des Cahill pointed out that the GAA have said they have to ‘maximise the money they can get’. Michael Duignan's response of ‘there is enough money in the GAA, how much money do they want? was left unanswered. It’s understandable that the GAA have to make money in order to survive, however, at what long term cost to the game and for the loyal fans who can’t make it to the match, having to pay per view for what the GAA have determined is an ‘amateur’ sport. When fans pay per view for example to watch a Conor McGregor fight, they understand that McGregor is making a lot of money for his hard earned work and in the eyes of many, has more than earned his Sky pay cheque. It simply raises the questions for many fans who feel it is a contradiction in itself that ‘pay per view’ is related in any way to an amateur sport where the players don't get paid.

Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council Fete and Vintage Rally 2017 – Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 [Sean Byrne] were Aine, Cora, Cathal and James Walsh, Knockanore.

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ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS CREDIT UNION CLOSURE Emotions were running high again last weekend when customers turned up for normal Credit Union business only to find that no cash could either be accepted or withdrawn. Some even went into Youghal Credit Union to do their business and register their complaints only to find that office had closed at 12 noon! Hundreds have signed the petition to keep our few hours of Credit Union as we’ve had it for the last quarter of a century and no one can understand how the ‘security’ can become such an issue in just a few days. I’m sure there are far more security issues around and richer pickings that this few quid on a Saturday morning. Efforts are continuing to find more suitable premises or to make St. Declan’s Hall more secure but there is some suspicion that this may just be a smokescreen and we’ll get used to closure! Is this the start of ‘rural isolation’ for Ardmore? This branch is only open for 3 hours on a Saturday morning, but it is a vital service to the community and the small cash element is critical to the many users who have no cars and who seldom go to Youghal. Let’s hope Youghal Credit Union uphold a people led way of solving this problem. Make sure you sign the petition before next Saturday. DISCO TICKETS AVAILABLE Tickets for the 2nd Annual 70s/80s/90s Disco will be on Saturday August 5th (Bank Holiday Weekend) in St. Declan’s Hall, are now available at only €5 each. Once again, our DJ for the night will be the wonderful John O’Shea from Waterford Local Radio, who played a brilliant selection of the hits of the various generations. The ticket includes entry for the door prize with an overnight stay at Cliff House Hotel as 1st prize, dinner for 2 at White Horses as 2nd, a half day voucher for Ardmore Adventures as 3rd, a voucher for Reflexology or Chiropody at Eleanor Carlton’s as 4th and a voucher for Ardmore Art & Tea Rooms as 5th. And following the effort to dress for the period last year, we’re going to do a prize for the ‘best Dressed Him

& Her’! Get your tickets early as we anticipate this will be a sell out this year. MUNSTER CRICKET An unusual topic for these notes but I’m happy to report that young Jamie Bryan starred for Munster Youths when they were beaten by North West recently.The heading read ‘NW beat Munster despite Bryan heroics’ and went on ‘Nw beat Munster despite the best efforts of Jamie Bryan. The Munster player scored a brilliant unbeaten 64 from 79 balls, hitting 7 fours and smashing 3 sixes, to almost single-handedly take his team close to the NW total’. Well done Jamie and that’s some reply to big brother, Nathan, who won a bronze medal for The Javelin at the The Munster Senior Schools Athletics finals recently. 45 AT KEEVERS Last Thursday saw a tie at the top between John Cronin & Tony Keane (again) and Pat & Mary Prendergast. 3rd was shared by Des Fitzgerald & Gerry O’Brien and Catherine Scanlon & Michael Cronin. Hugh O’Reilly & James Flavin were best of the last 5 and Fr Lucey & Billy Harty were winners of the last game. POKER AT ROUND TOWER HOTEL Ger Cronin, with a record 4 pokers romped home last week with The Holland sisters, Paula & Anne in hot pursuit in second & third. Jason Lenane won the duffer stake & Catherine Mansfield’s (228) runner up at that table gained her a few points on Jerome Curran (257). The league finishes on July 19th and then on Wednesday, July 26th we have an Open Classic, confined to 36 players, as part of The Pattern Festival. If you want to play in the Pattern Classic, you would need to book your place now with Aidan at The Round Tower Hotel. DUCK RACE The Annual Ardmore Open Farm Duck Race will take place again on the Sunday of the Pattern Festival at 12.15 p.m. The ducks have wintered well and are flying fit after months of pre season training at Ardmore Open Farm and they can be leased for racing at only €2 from any of the local outlets. Or from any of the committee members.

Ardmore/Grange ICA ANNUAL ANTIQUES FAIR Preparations are underway for the Annual Antiques Fair to be held in Halla Deuglán, Ardmore, on Sunday, 23rd July, from noon to 5:30 p.m. Admission remains at €5 inclusive of afternoon tea in the ICA Hall at the rear of Halla Deuglán. This very popular event draws dealers and visitors from far and wide. There will be a large and varied selection of antiques

and collectables on sale. We are hoping to see as many members, friends and interested visitors as possible. Come and participate in what should be a very enjoyable day for families and friends – take a walk on the beach, visit the Farmers’ Market, spend some time visiting the Antiques Fair, and follow this by enjoying afternoon tea in the ICA Hall where there will be delicious cakes and desserts on offer, with the usual cups of tea or coffee, all for the price of €5. A perfect day out for everyone.

Carleton Art Exhibition THE Carleton Family, Anne, Lee, and Julie Anne will be holding their Annual Art Exhibition in their studio and gallery at 6, Main St. Ardmore on Sunday, 23rd July to Sunday, 30th July from 11.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. daily. Over 70 paintings will be on display and will include popular local scenes. This year many scenes from the famous Cliff Walk will be featured.

There will be a selection of acrylics, oil, watercolours, pen & ink and mixed media. The artists are a mother, son and daughter, so you will have three distinctive styles on show.There will be new paintings on display for the first time. As usual the prices are very reasonable It is well worth a visit, so go along and enjoy. Enquiries etc 0872371598.

David Boughton and Jay Murphy watch attentively as Dick Clancy measures a piece of wood.

Dungarvan Men’s Shed HELPING LOCAL COMMUNITY Nicky Sheehan and Aidan McCarthy combined last week to make a target board for The Hooli Long Puck 2017 event which took place on Saturday last. The board was used as a target for hurling balls and helped to raise funds for the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust in memory of David "Hooli" Houlihan at Dungarvan GAA grounds. WELCOME VISITOR Clare Shanahan from Solas Cancer Support Centre in Waterford visited us last week and met with the members to experience the Men's Shed in Dungarvan. Now that Clare knows more about the Shed we hope that she will encourage more men who have experienced illness from cancer to come and join us. Many of our own members are dealing with this setback in a very positive way and we know that conversations in the Shed free our mind and help our wellbeing while dealing with all challenges which every one of us faces most days of the week. The Shed is a community and a model of partnership.We realise we are all in this together and we continue to support each other to confront these challenges individually and collectively as a

group. ABOUT THE SHED You are very welcome to call in to the Shed to see what we are about. We are open from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Monday-Friday or contact Oliver Whelan Chairman at (087) 1856067 for further information.

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Target Board used at Hooli Long Puck made by Aidan and Nicky. POEM In my birthday celebrations will she play a part? The pressie I want is her tender heart. Will she take a chance and be so bold? Give this treasure to me to hold? Will she give her heart to loves true pace? Let her lips find loves embrace? Will she bring the pressie we both can share? A love so true a love so rare? Will we dance beneath the moon above? Will she whisper "Happy Birthday" my true love? Ger Dalton

BALLYSAGGART BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY NON-STOP DRAW The results are as follows: 1st €60 Michael J. and Mary Walsh; 2nd €40 Maureen and Dave Fennessey; 3rd €20 Helen Brennan. Congratulations to all. Next draw will take place on August 8th. SOCIAL TEA DANCE The next Social Tea Dance will take place on Friday, July 14th in the Community Centre from 9.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS Dan Howard and Finola Hynes; Pat Ryan and Sheila Lonergan; Peg Murray and Helen Cunningham; Eddie Sheehan and Helen Morrissey. Lucky Tables: Fr. Cullinan and

Stephen Cunningham; Joan Hannon and Helen Keeffe; Aaron and Mary Pratt. Tickets: Stephen Cunningham, Fr. Cullinan, Rita Doocey, Delia Cashell and Aaron Pratt. LADIES CLUB SUMMER OUTING REMINDER It's that time of the year again and the Ladies Club in Ballysaggart are going on their annual outing. The outing will take place on Saturday, July 22nd.The first pick up will be at The Monument in Lismore at 8.00 a.m. sharp, on then to Ballysaggart for the next pick up leaving there at 8.30 a.m. sharp. On we go to The Firgrove Hotel in Mitchelstown for tea, coffee, and freshly made scones. Then it's on

to Bunratty Folk Park where you can wonder at your leisure, and sample some of the wonderful old fashioned baking, after that we go back into Limerick to The Cresent Shopping Certre, one of the finest shopping centres in Limerick, and after all that its back again to The Firgrove for our evening meal. This trip is open to anyone members and non members, the cost of the day is €50. If you are interested please contact any of the following officers Bridie Murphy 0872809794, Maureen Fennessy 0879558671, or Mary Glavin 0877421345. Please contact the ladies as soon as possible as a bus and other details need to be finalised.

Johnny Sweeeney relaxes while Jim Breen watches intently over Ger Dalton while having fun at the pool table.

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NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA AN GHAELTACHT CLG TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil. Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087-7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I NDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán. Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i

dteagmháil le Cabríní 083-4455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. An Irish language playgroup will meet in Dungarvan Library from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon on Tuesday. Further information: contact Cabríní on 083-4455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie CAIRDE NA GAELTACHTA Buaileann Cairde na Gaeltachta, Cumann Gníomhaíochta Lucht Scoir i nGaeltacht na nDéise, le chéile an céad Máirt den mhí ag 3 i.n. in Ionad Pobail na Rinne.Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9 r.n. – 11 r.n. ar maidin. Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de

Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. If you think you could benefit from a panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058-46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.

Successful Coffee Morning Raises €900

A COFFEE Morning, organised by the newly established Ring and Old Parish Community Alert Committee, was deemed a great success recently, raising over €900 in funds for a planned security network in the area. The reinvigorated Community Alert group of An Rinn agus An Sean Phobal is the result of public concern from individuals following a spate of robberies in the west Waterford area earlier this year. The elected committee, which is made up of Tony Tobin and Pádraigín Ní Chadhla from Old Parish and Mary Tobin and George Young from Ring, has organised a number of events already this year. The coffee morning was held in Mooney’s Pub in Ring in order to raise money to fund a number of local initiatives which will aim to increase security in the area. Following the coffee morning,

the committee thanked Liam Morrissey, the owner of the pub and his son Micheál, for all their help, co-operation and support on the day. The committee also thanked all those who came along to the lively event, including those who baked a selection of delicious cakes and buns for the occasion. “Bhí slua iontach i láthair agus bhí an caife ar fheabhas,” a dúirt duine amháin a bhí i láthair. The money raised will be used to erect Community Alert signage throughout the parish of Ring and Old Parish. It will also be used to help the Community Alert Committee set up a text alert system. Over the weeks the committee and their volunteers have been calling to houses in Ring and Old Parish asking people to sign up for “text alert”, which means individuals will become part of a network that can be contacted by the Gardaí if An

Cora Fitzgerald, Patricia Terry, Tony Tobin and Mary Tobin at the Community Alert coffee morning in Mooney's ins An Rinn recently. [George Young]

Launch of the 100th Dungarvan Agricultural Show and 'The Show Story', a book tracing the history of the Show (l. to r.): Martin Moore, Noel Devereux and Nell Dalton pictured at the launch in The Park Hotel.

Launch of the 100th Dungarvan Agricultural Show and 'The Show Story', a book tracing the history of the Show (l. to r.): Michael Keane and John Walsh pictured at the launch in The Park Hotel.

Mícheál and Liam Ó Muiríosa, of Mooney's Pub in An Rinn, who supported the Community Alert coffee morning in their pub recently. [RoseAnn Foley] Garda Síochána believe there is a risk of danger in the area. The aim is to have this Text Alert network up and running in time for the winter. In general, the committee aims to share information; raise awareness of security in homes and in the locality and create a community network of neighbours. They want to ensure the continuing safety of all members of their community in the Gaeltacht area and to this end they want to introduce a number of initiatives that will protect and keep safe the home-owners and individuals who live in the west Waterford area. Deir siad go mbeidh Pobal ar Aire ag feidhmiú go héifeachtach sa cheantar as seo amach. Pádraigín Ní Chadhla, chair of the local committee, says; “in general we are living in a pretty safe area but we want to heighten

awareness. I’m interested because I’m living in the community and I’m concerned.” The newlylaunched Community Alert initiative in the An Rinn (Ring) and An Sean Phobal (Old Parish) kicked off earlier this year with a public meeting on Tuesday, 25th April, attracting a substantial crowd and creating a good degree of interest amongst the public.The meeting followed the escalation of burglaries in the west Waterford area as reported in the media. The local committee grew out of this concern. For those who want to register with the committee and become part of the new Text Alert network forms can be obtained by contacting any member of the committee: Pádraigín Ní Chadhla at 086-3007713; Tony Tobin at 087-3471139; Mary Tobin at 087-0579108 and George Young at 086-0471548.

Launch of the 100th Dungarvan Agricultural Show and 'The Show Story', a book tracing the history of the Show (l. to r.): David O'Riordan, Fiona O'Riordan and Ned Phelan pictured at the launch in The Park Hotel.

Launch of the 100th Dungarvan Agricultural Show and 'The Show Story', a book tracing the history of the Show (l. t o r.): Joanne Rothwell, William Fraher and Mary Giblin pictured at the launch in The Park Hotel.

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BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY

Little Pond Syndrome DINNY is a duck. Even though he is pure white, he is no swan. He is a duck with duck features, duck feathers and, to let us know his gender, he has a curl in his tail. He arrived to us a few years ago after being bullied in the town pond (oh, those rowdy townies!). All the feathers at the back of his neck and across his shoulders had been pecked off. He was weak, malnourished and very frightened. Although most of his injuries were superficial, psychologically his confidence was on the floor. He had been well and truly ducked. We decided to call him Dinny because he walked with an exaggerated limp like the old character in “Glenroe” played by Joe Lynch. After two months of TLC, hand feeding and country life, he recuperated well. He even lost the sympathy lameness. Over the years he has gotten stronger, more adventurous and much saucier. Dinny has developed an aggressive attitude towards other species in the yard. His preferred battle tactic is to charge at his perceived opponent with his head down, using his beak as a battering ram. Most of the cats will stand their ground until the last seconds and then run to the nearest tree, making ribbons of the bark in their haste to get to a safe height. The crows, knowing the damage a beak can do, believe discretion is the better part of valour and refuse to land anywhere in his vicinity. The kittens don't need to climb a tree, as they are already twenty feet in the air when Dinny nips their tails after sneaking up behind them. Adult humans are not completely safe either. If you turn your back on the Bould Dinny, he will run at you with intent. However, like all bullies, if you face him and take a step in his direction, he will run away. This is also the time when the sympathy limp briefly returns. British Military Officer, Arthur Wellesley (AKA The 1st Duke of Wellington) said “the Battle of Waterloo was won on the playing fields of Eton”. His implication then was that young officers learned the skills of strategy and deployment while playing rugby and cricket for their schools. There could be no finer compliment made to the English school system. Private schools such as Eton, Harrow, Winchester, Marlborough, etc., moulded the young gentlemen who would become the pillars of the British establishment. These colleges not only provided schoolrooms and playing fields to educate these boys, but an environment where the strong were applauded and the weak weeded out. This was achieved through unadulterated bullying. To satisfy the sensitivities of polite society, these activities were called “initiation ceremonies” and were portrayed as spirited high jinks and dismissed as clandestine rituals or just “boys will be boys”. The truth of the matter was that boys were subjugated through humiliation, harassment and abuse. This was not officially sanctioned by the authorities, but instead was encouraged through the nod and the wink. This type of bullying wasn’t just confined to the British. In America, such activities were, and still are called “hazing”. In Australia its called “bastardisation” and in Asia, “ragging”. Nor was it confined to just schools, or just boys. Sororities, military academies, sports teams and a variety of other social groups were capable of this behaviour. Because of the extreme nature of this form of institutional bullying, many felt compelled to perpetuate these practices through the years and even, through the generations. In the modern world, things haven't changed much. The formula for success is still all about the strong subjecting the weak to threats of violence, sanctions or silence. Corporations, nations, international alliances and whole continents emphasise their strengths and probe for weaknesses in competitors. But bullying is all about being aggressive. There is no room for diplomacy, patience or co-operation. Bullies can only survive by moving forward. They don't like to be challenged. Challenging a bully makes him have doubts. He will turn around for support, but there is none. The only options are fight or flight. Under pressure, a bully will choose flight every time. He may even limp a little. Ballinameela Creatives welcome Paula, Kris and their brood back from their travels. British Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli once said, “Courage is fire, bullying is smoke.”

COMMUNITY CENTRE CLEAN UP We recently did some work around the Community Centre painting the seats in the stand, trimming the hedges and a general sweep up around the place. A big thank you to all those who gave up their time and helped out. LOST AND FOUND A pair of French connection reading glasses were picked up outside the Community Centre last week. If there yours please contact Matthew Fogarty on 086-0644811. SUMMER CAMP There will be a Summer Camp running from the 8th11th August (Tuesday-Friday) in Ballinameela Community Centre. Camp costs €40 per child. Family discount available. There will have a range of activities such as sports, art, team building activities, talent show and weather permitting a water sports day.

Booking is essential so please contact Cathy on (087) 2356928 to book your place. FINISK VALLEY AC NOTES Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Full programme of events can be obtained at our training session. BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Contact Mairead on 087-7681975 if interested. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087-3538347. It works

Waterford Youth Group raises vital funds for CRY Ireland THEATREBOX Youth, an organisation set up to showcase Waterford’s Youth Talent, has announced two new dates for the award winning show Broadway Comes to Town. The proceeds from both nights, the 10th and 11th August, will go directly to CRY Ireland, the Irish charity which supports families affected by SADS (Sudden Adult Death Syndrome). The show, famous for its young production team, is directed by 16 year old Jack Cunningham, Choreographed by Jack Cunningham and 20 year old Robyn Walsh and Musically Directed by 19 year old Amber Searson. The show will be MC’d by Darren Skelton and also includes experts from some of the best musicals of our time including: The Sound of Music, Sister Act, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Mamma Mia, Hairspray, Chicago and many more. TheatreBox Youth picked CRY Ireland as their charity of choice as Robyn Walsh who cochoreographed the show suddenly lost her father Eddie Walsh aged 53, in September 2015. Eddie sadly passed away while doing the Gaz cycle for CRY after suffering a fatal heart attack with no prior warning. Speaking about her father Robyn said “My dad was a fit man who was always out cycling and so it was a huge shock to us when he suddenly

past away and just highlights the fact that it could happen to anyone at any time without warning. It was for this reason we wanted to support CRY Ireland and help raise awareness for people who may be at risk.” Lucia Ebbs, Business Operations Manager with CRY Ireland thanked TheatreBox Youth and advised where the money raised will “CRY Ireland depend heavily on donations in order to continue the work we do in the CRYP Centre (Centre for Cardiac Risk in Younger Persons) in Tallaght Hospital and are delighted that TheratreBox have decided to support us as the money raised will make a huge difference to the work we do. All money raised from the shows will be used to fund the activities of the (CRYP) which provides comprehensive cardiac evaluation of those who may be at risk from SADS either because of family history or worrying symptoms”. The service provided at the CRYP Centre in Tallaght Hospital is available to anyone in the country (via GP referral) and is free to the patient. The Centre currently receives no direct Government funding. Broadway Comes to Town will be staged in Garter Lane Arts Centre in Waterford City. Tickets are €18 and are on sale now from the box office on O’Connell Street or online at www.garterlane.ie or ph: 051855038.

in two ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.com munityalert.ie BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own indoor soccer games for the Winter or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison

Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall. Claire Tobin is responsible for the month of July and can be contacted on 087-6808287. LOTTO RESULTS 11/7’17 – Numbers drawn were 13, 17 and 27.There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Noel Griffin, Knocknaskeigh; Watt Downing, c/o Kereen Bar; Henry Griffin, Knocknaskeigh; Margaret Buckley, Cappagh and Liam McCarthy, Canty. Next week’s Jackpot is €2,000 and the draw will take place in Cruiscín Lán. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 0879194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre.

MODELIGO LOTTO RESULTS 8th July, 2017 – Numbers drawn were 8, 11 and 20. Two winners David Fitzgerald and Cian O’Byrne. €25 winner - Mary O’Byrne, Lr. Glen; Condon family, Ballinamult; Michael and Owen Phelan, Oisin Hallihan, Aglish. Next week’s Jackpot €500. BIRTHDAY WISHES Birthday wishes to Carmel Dalton, Graiguemore who celebrates a significant Birthday during this week. VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED A badly needed cleanup of the Road between Boherwilliam Cross and McGraths Cross will take place on Tuesday, 18th July. Any volunteers available on the night to meet at Modeligo National School at 7.30 p.m. All help greatly appreciated. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Mondays. BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the Astro turf or hall please contact John Power on 087-2834600.

Caitriona and Mary Casey from Dunhill pictured at the 2017 Waterford and Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes. [John Power]

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LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns AS it is adjudication time in the Super Valu Tidy Towns competition for the rest of this month and perhaps into August everyone can do their bit for Lismore town even if they are not part of the tidy towns group. Please pick up litter if you see it, keep your property clean and tidy, sweep outside your property regularly and use the biodegradable dog waste bags if you walk your dog around the town. Our CES workers continue to paint the lower end of black lamp standards in the Main Street/West Street area. Landscaped areas are being maintained by individual Tidy Towns members in their own time. To encourage people to reuse household items Lismore Tidy Towns are facilitating this by the placing of two Swap/Exchange boards at the Carnegie Branch

Library and the Lismore & Cappoquin Credit Union. All a person has to do is to fill in one of the cards on the board at either the library or the credit union with a description of their item and their own contact details. There is no money involved. It is not necessary to accept anything in return for the item to be reused. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Paints and Preservatives - find the alternatives Garden furniture, fences, sheds and decking require maintenance to prolong their life as well as ensuring that they look well in the garden. Maintenance extends their lives and ultimately reduces waste as they won't need replacing. However before you reach for the preservative or paint its worth doing some research about alternative products that have less

impact on the environment. • Look for products now available that have environmentally friendly ingredients . Many are water based, others use natural ingredients such as linseed oil. Alternatives to heavy metal based wood preservatives should be looked at • Read the labels on the tin/box/container to ensure that the product suits your needs • Buy only what you need and use sparingly • Using metal shoes or concrete posts for the ends of fence and decking may help reduce the potential for rotting posts • Check out local furniture upcycling and local Men Shed's projects for unique garden furniture that has been given a new lease of life

Adjacent to the compost holding bays in Lismore's Millennium Park is a collection “cage” for leaves which will break down into leaf mould and will be used to provide a nutritious food for plant containers.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart OUR thoughts and our words shape the kind of person we choose to grow into.We are ever creating ourselves for either better or worse. As persons of Faith we are truly blessed by the proclaimed Word of God during our Sunday Mass. Ideally, every person making their way to Mass would have prepared in their own home and with the members of their family the Word of God for that Sunday Mass. Coming in cold to Mass leaves very little room for openness to the truth of the Word. I read somewhere recently that giving Eucharist to one who does not pray is as useful as giving food to a corpse. Discouragement is never far away for those whose Christian Faith is meant to be a shared life experience. Someone must have asked Jesus as to how he kept his ‘positivity’ in the teeth of such indifference and hostility. I can imagine Jesus stopping, gazing about the open country side. Before him he sees a person not listening to him but intently engaged in the work of sowing some kind of seed crop. He watches the swinging hand as it throws seed almost recklessly everywhere. The rhythmic swing as the sower walks over the hard ground. Later it will be raked over and some seed will find good ground while others will be vulnerable. Between

weeds and stones some of the seed will come to very little.This is before the days of sprays and insecticides. Here for Jesus is his motivation. Some of his Words will bear fruit. As listeners to the Word we can dare to ask as to the influence the Word has on our lives, on our choices and attitudes.We don’t just take this one event. We are engaged in active and passive listening. Passive listening is very common and it so often passes for the true listening. How much more blessed we would be if we were to honour each other with active listening. In passive listening we can be hearing the Word but not seeing what it has to say about our own life. A priest could be hearing the Word for many years, even daily and be spiritually deaf to the Word and his (as yet !) life style. Conflict management has to begin with active listening. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 15th July - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 16th July - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

Mealla and Alice who visited the Youghal Clock Tower.

Lismore Heritage Centre kicks off July DISCOVER PRIMARY SCIENCE WORKSHOPS On Tuesday, 4th July, we held a very successful “Horrible History” Workshop at Ballysaggartmore Towers. With over 30 eager historians we started by doing some Stone Age cave paintings in the eerie Sevant’s Tunnel. Our prehistoric artist painted by torch light and the resulting piece was a work of art! We then moved up to the looming folly and followed Tom Crean through Antarctica from camp to his race for survival. There was just enough time to make some gear for WWII paratroopers although not many of our egg soliders survived! “Amazing Animals” took place on Thursday, 6th July and was a workshop based on the natural world.We studied Orcas and used blubber to find out how they stay warm in the cold sea. We then had a look at the secret life of lions and how their eyes help them hunt.The participants were broken into groups where they painted animals on each other’s faces and we moved to the sunny Millennium Park for a hilarious game of Zookeeper. We would like to thank all of our participants and their parents. Lismore Heritage Centre is a registered Discover Primary Science and Maths Centre and promotes S.T.E.M. to children through hands-on workshops

Paul, Oran and Will investigate at the Discover Primary Science Workshops. and lots of fun. If you would like to be added to a list for contacting about upcoming events, please phone 076-1102157. FAMILIARITY TRIPS Here in Lismore Heritage Centre we endeavour to try out as many local attractions as possible so we can advise visitors on the best experience they can have in the area. Last week Mealla and Alice visited Youghal Clock Tower where they got a fantastic guided tour of the new facilities. As well as Youghal, they visited the new Viking Experience in Waterford “King of the Vikings”. This is a virtual reality experience which takes place in a replica Viking House. They had a great experi-

ence and we look forward to having this new addition to the Viking Triangle. On Tuesday Alice and Mealla went to a Failte Ireland workshop on Castles and Conquests in Kilkenny.They joined forces with other tourism businesses from Kilkenny, Laois and all over the East.Together they explored how to best represent the rich heritage of Ireland’s castles. Themes included leading ladies, great heroes, bloody betrayals and powerful alliances. On Wednesday we welcomed students from Dunhill’s Multi Education centre, completing their Recreational Tourism & Trail Development Programme. Alice guided them through the blissful Ballysaggartmore towers, Lady Louisa’s walk and the Castle Gardens. After developing their skills in trail planning, they enjoyed warm cups of tea and rich coffee as well as buttered scones in our café. On Friday evening, the staff took a boat tour down the Blackwater with the Villierstown based, Blackwater Eco Tours. We had a fascinating journey through the ages with old houses, castles and the best of nature on display. We would like to thank Eugene for a great tour.

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Robert Boyle Summer School 2017 WHAT IS SCIENCE FOR? A very successful Summer School was held between Youghal and Lismore this year with speakers from Belgium, London and Dublin. The weekend included walks, talks, costumed re-enactments and cultural and social events.

From left to right: Michel Querieux, Aine McGrath, Jean Maurice Heinrich, (Mayor of Chanat La Mouteyre) Michel Vessaire, John McGrath, Jacqueline Querieux, Christiane Vessaire and Régine Heinrich. Dr. Sheila Donegan and Eoin Gill of WIT as Lady Ranelagh and Robert Boyle with Boyle's Gin kindly sponsored by Blackwater Distillery.

Stroll through the Gardens at Lismore Castle.

Musicians performing at the Robert Boyle Summer School.

Michael Hunter Prof. Birkbeck College London.

Mr. and Mrs Richard Smith, Doctor, Journalist and Chair of Patients Know Best.

Luke Clancy, Director General TFRI.

Enjoying Tea on the Tennis Court.

Le Jumélage Dure SUMMER is here and as we go about our business in Cappoquin, our twinned town Chanat La Mouteyre has just installed a beautiful new plaque on the wall near the Marie in the area that they have named Cappoquin Square. It has been a few years since we have had an official visit from our friends in Chanat, but there have been some informal visits by various members of the delegation both to Cappoquin, and by ourselves to Chanat. John McGrath and Aine have just returned from a wonderful visit to Chanat, where we were hosted by our twinned family, Michel and Christiane Vessaire, and their boys Jeremy and Vivien. Since our first visit in 2002 the boys have holidayed with us almost every year until their careers took them to University in Grenoble and Lyons. It is amazing to see how these young boys have become fine men and still made the time to come home to meet us during our stay. We look forward to a visit in the near future from some or all of the family.

Chanat is so beautiful, especially when the sun shines, and we had breakfast, lunch and dinner sitting out on the patio. The setting of the village means you can look down over Clermont Ferrand, and be 7 degrees cooler which was a great blessing. We watched lightning storms light up the sky, it was like a panoramic theatre of light - spectacular and far enough away not to affect us. The temperatures during our visit were in the 30sC but being near the Puy de Dome and the lakes in this area made it very pleasant indeed. As we walked down the village, we noticed lots of renovations, to the fountains, the roads and the whole area seems bright and more welcoming than ever. During our visit, we had the pleasure of having dinner with Michel and Jacqueline Querieux, and Jean Maurice and Régine Hainault who all came over to Vessaires to join us. We chatted in French and English, and Franglais, it was such fun. Michel Querieux hopes to come over in September as part of a trip to the

West of Ireland, as he has fallen in love with Inis Mór on the Aran Islands. Everyone was so happy to meet up again, and catch up on the news of both towns. Jean Maurice is still Mayor of Chanat and told us of all the happenings in local government and nationally, as the elections were happening during our visit.They all send their very best wishes to the people and the town of Cappoquin. Would it not be great to organise a visit either to Chanat or from Chanat to Cappoquin in the near future?. Having made a real effort to twin our towns, let's keep the link alive. If anyone is interested in hosting a visitor or two from Chanat, perhaps we could next invite a small group over and celebrate our wonderful friendship. Our area has so much to offer and we can do our bit by promoting it with our very own twinned town. Please contact Aine at 086 2227533 or annanif@eircom.net if you feel you might be interested.

Cappoquin Macra na Feirme RODEO NIGHT Thanks to everyone who attended the Macra Rodeo Night held recently and to everyone that helped out on the night or in the run up to the event. A great night was had by all while raising money for the new ASD (Autism) Unit in Cappoquin Primary School. Special thanks to all our sponsors. A presentation of the money raised will take place in the not too distant future. SILAGE DAY An all female silage crew are attempting to break a Guinness world record! Consisting of some Waterford ladies along with women from near and far. The "Grass Gals" will attempt to break the record at the Mount Melleray Community Silage weekend on August 19th.

WATERFORD MACRA AGM Takes place on Wednesday, July 12th at 9.00 p.m. in the Park Hotel Dungarvan. All welcome. HURLING Best of luck to the Waterford hurlers in the quarter final against Wexford. MEMBERSHIP Join Macra today and you will make new friends and will do new things.The members decide on the programme of activities for the club. This will include social activities and personal development through participation in competitions, travel, sport and agriculture, depending upon your preferences. To join get in contact with club secretary Gearoid on 087-2966214.

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Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Tom Snr. Darragh and Tom Jnr. O'Donovan from Knockanore. [Sean Byrne] Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Cathal Herlihy and Amy Waddell. [Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were sisters Gretta and Mary Cronin. [Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Courtney Chambers, Aine Henley and Kate Sheehan, Tallow. [Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were James, Juliette and Bridget Buckley, Knockanore. [Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Trish Moloney, Elaine and Catherine Baldwin, Knockanore. [Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Rose O'Keeffe, Diane Roche, Carmel Stewart and Mairead Tobin. [Sean Byrne]

Taking part in the Fancy Dress at the KGK Fete 2017 was A.J. Leahy from Youghal. [Sean Byrne]

Taking part in the Fancy Dress at the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Tara, Joe, Shauna and [Sean Byrne] Tadhg Fenton.

Enjoying the KGK Fete was Larry McGrath from Tallow. [Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Paula and Cathal Hogan with Danielle and Elliott Goulding. [Sean Byrne]

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Shamrocks Under 8 Girls Football selection who played St. Olivers at the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017

St. Olivers U-8 Girls Football selection who played the Shamrocks at the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017.

Enjoying the KGK Fete 2017 were Paddy, Laura, Rory, Sarah Jane and Cecilia Corkery.

[Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Emma and Oisin Leahy from Youghal. [Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Fete 2017 were Conor Daly, Sadie Hegarty, Nora Daly and Noah [Sean Byrne] Hegarty from Piltown/Kinsalebeg.

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KNOCKANORE ANNUAL FESTIVAL WEEKEND Well done to all who participated in the Parish weekend. Once again we were blessed with four days of fine weather which made such a difference to the event. From the four mile run on the Thursday night to the Soccer and Quiz on Friday and finally the Fete and Vintage display on Sunday afternoon, everything went smoothly under the direction of Community Council Chairperson Mary Herlihy and a very enthusiastic committee. Many offers of assistance were made and gratefully accepted. The committee would like to thank all those who helped out during the event, those who brought stalls, chickens, pigs, tractors, cars, cakes, side shows, generators, spinner, the list goes on. A special thank you to those

who came along and supported the different events, those who looked after the parking, those who manned the gates and those who gave sponsorship of goods and cash. Check us out on our Facebook pages (Knockanore Area KGK Community Council) and (Knockanore Heritage and History). GOLF CLASSIC KGK Knockanore hall committee are hosting a Golf classic on Saturday, July 22nd, in Lismore Golf Club as a fundraiser for painting of the hall. Teams of 3 players €90 which includes a meal. Any form of donation or sponsorship greatly accepted. All enquiries to either Tom Donovan or James Tobin. CEMETERY MASSES Cemetery Masses for 2017 in the Parishes of Knockanore Glendine Kilwatermoy and Tallow on Wednesday, July 12th, Cemetery Mass in Tallow at 7.30 p.m.

Marie Baldwin with grandson Jack at his first Fete.

1957 Shamrocks Hurling Team – Back row (l. to r.): Jimmy Daly (goalie), Paul Allen, Jim Nicholson, Micky (Bonz) Tobin, John Joe Murphy, Billy Roberts, Paddy (Sharkey) McGrath, John O’Callaghan. Front row (l. to r.): Christy Keane, Kevin Allen, Michael Geary, Billy McGrath, Tommy Geary, Gerald McGrath, Tommy McCarthy. Also in the picture: Joe Fitzgerald, Mikey Keane, James Tobin, Jim Tobin, Michael Allen, Willie Murphy, Paddy O’Sullivan, Henry Willis, ?. Murphy, Batt Beecher, Mossie O’Brien, John William McCarthy.

Eileen O’Callaghan and Marie Baldwin at the cake stall.

John O’Mahony and John McSweeney at the Vintage display.

TALLOW NEWS FROM TALLOW AND ROUNDABOUT SUMMER CAMPS AT TALLOW ENTERPRISE CENTRE Last Monday saw the first of three weeks of Summer Camps commence at Tallow Enterprise Centre, and a group of very enthusiastic crafters took part. All the children were eager to put their craft talents and imaginations to good use. There are still a few places available for the next craft camp which will begin on Monday, July 24th. Computer Camp will begin on Monday next, July 17th. Something for all the children to look forward to is Tallow Enterprise Centres first, Movie and Munchies days which will be on August 11th and 18th. Booking for these can be made on 058-56445. Lots to keep the little ones entertained. The Preschool is now closed for the summer months, Louise and her team look forward to welcoming the new children on September 5th when preschool re-opens. The Pre-school will hold be an open

day in August, date to be confirmed. COMMUNITY CENTRE It looks like the Bingo jackpot is going to be around forever, and is steadily climbing, now standing

at €6,450. Social Dancing is continuing to grow in popularity in Tallow Community Centre. The next dance night is on July 28th featuring Patrick O’Sullivan, a great night assured.

Some of the children at this year’s Krafty kids camp in Tallow Enterprise Centre.

CONNA FLOWER AND GARDEN CLUB This year Conna Flower and Garden Club are holding a Flower Festival with the Theme “In Praise and Thanksgiving”

This event will run from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd September in St. Catherine’s Church Conna and St. Luke’s Church Knockmourne. Official opening, Friday 1st at 7.30 p.m. in St.

Catherine’s Church closing Ceremony Sunday 3rd, Luke’s Church Knockmourne. Don’t miss this opportunity to view the spectacular arrangements on display in the two churches.

Lovely photograph of a family of Swallows taking a rest in their home in Tallow on Saturday, 8th July last. [David O’Flynn]

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KILROSSANTY SYMPATHY Sympathy to the Doyle family, Ashtown on the death of Helga Webern Doyle. May she rest in peace. HOLY GHOST Fr. Walter McNamara of the Holy Ghost Fathers who spoke to us recently wishes to thank everybody who contributed to the Holy Ghost Missions. He received in total €1,069 from this Parish. He is very grateful for this amount. GARDA TEXT ALERT There was a very successful launch night for this initiative last Wednesday night in the hall at which details were given as to how it works and instructions on how to partake. Officers elected on the night were Chairperson - Nuala Harty; Secretary - Marian Coffey; Treasurer - Cathriona Keating. Forms were given out last Sunday at Mass and people can fill them up if they want to be included in the text alert. For more details contact any of

the three officers. Completed forms can be handed back to any of the officers. DEISE DRAW Deise Draw will take place this Wednesday night in Stradbally. Money and outstanding money to be with Jason or Mairead immediatley. HURLERS Well done to the Waterford hurlers who beat Kilkenny last Saturday in Thurles.They now meet Wexford in the quarter-final on Sunday, 23rd July. ICA The July meeting was held last Monday night, it was well attended. Hope the members and their friends will enjoy the day in Kildare outlet and Newbridge. The raffle winners were Peggy Cotter and Molly Casey. Winner of the decorated wooden spoon was Kathleen Whyte. No meeting in August. It is hoped to have a celebration of our 35 years in the ICA in September. More details at a later stage.

Lyre Heritage LAST Thursday night saw the biggest house of the season to date in Lyre with a high attendance by patrons, regular and new. David

(Busty) Griffin lead the music on his accordion with contributions from five guitars, a banjo, a flute and numerous tin whistles and, of course, the voices of many wonderful singers young and older. We had visitors from Australia, France, America and the Republic of Congo mingling their voices with our regulars from Waterford Cork Dungarvan, Stradbally and Mooncoin. We were honoured to have our patrons Billy and Mary Kirwan attend and Billy sang and played the box as well as ever. The old rambling house earned its title that night without a doubt. The fun, music and song will go on for many weeks hence.

Pictured is Waterford Lions Club President Denis Kennedy presenting a cheque for €7,500, the proceeds of the Lions Club Christmas Appeal Surplus Funds to Michael Curran, Area President, St. Vincent De Paul. Also included were Aidan Barrett, Lions Club, Penny Nordell, Lions Club and Maria Morrissey, Lions Club. [John Power]

KILMACTHOMAS COMERAGHS WILD FESTIVAL This fun packed three day Comeraghs Wild Festival, Friday to Sunday 14th to 16th July is an event not to be missed. Kilmacthomas will play a major role this year, on Saturday Family Fun Day in the park including an Alice in Wonderland themed picnic, outdoor Puppet Show and Birds of Prey, 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Free event, bring your own picnic. Lyre Stories Tales of Magic, Myth and Mystery for young and old in Lyre Heritage Centre at 7.00 p.m., On Sunday Open AIR Concert with “The Rocky Racoons” and “The Renegades” local bands and to end the night on a high note the very popular Gina and the Champions joined by local man Dale Haze. Admission €10. Brochures available with all details or phone 086-7777515. YOGA “Yoga brings us to the present moment - The only place where life exist”. The Mystic Holistic Claire O’Sullivan is bringing Yoga to Kilmacthomas, beginning Wednesday, 19th July 12.30 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. in The Rainbow Community Hall. All levels welcome. *Namaste*. SYMPATHY Sincere sympathy to the family of Jimmy Mullins, Rossmire, Kilmacthomas who died last week. May he rest in peace. GRAVEYARD MASSES The graveyard Mass will be celebrated in Kill on Monday evening, 17th July at 7.30 p.m., in

Newtown on Monday, 24th July at 7.30 p.m. A collection will be taken up at this Mass for the upkeep of the graveyards. And on Friday, July 28th 9.30 a.m. Mass in Kilmac for those buried in the local cemetery, prayers afterwards. POSTCARDS Postcards showcasing the Iconic Kilmacthomas Viaduct at night are on sale at €1 each in the following outlets in Kilmacthomas village. “The heart of the Greenway”, Kents Newsagents, Kiersey’s Bar and Tearooms,The Post Office, D. Kirwan-Mulhearne Foodstore, O'Rielly's Traditional Butchers, Coach House Coffee and the Copper Coast holiday home. Post to family and friends or just have a keepsake of the Viaducts. LOTTO DRAW Results for the Kilmac AFC Lotto draw on Saturday 8th July, letters drawn H, J, K and O. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Martin Coffey, Kilmac; Peter Troy, Riverview, Kilmac; Brian Norris, Hillview, Kilmac; Fintan Lambe, c/o Lenihans and Martin Cheasty, Kill. Next week’s jackpot €1,700, be in to win. WHIST Ballylaneen Whist winners for Monday, 26th June – Eric Townsend, Joan Stokes, Kathleen Foran, Peggy O’Callaghan, Sheila Morrissey, Stess Connolly, Breda Galvin, Mary B. Bowdren, Joan Cashin and Nicola Carroll. Raffle winners – Sheila Morrissey, Mary Kirwan, Mary Blackmore, Stess Connolly and Rosie Keane.

Father Enright and the McGrath family pictured at the blessing and unveiling of a plaque at Kilmacthomas Primary School, Kilmacthomas, County Waterford in memory of local girl Eileen McGrath who died tragically on the railway line in the 1970s. The plaque is under a magnificent Horse Chestnut Tree that was planted in her memory at that time. [David Clynch Photography]

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100th Dungarvan Agricultural Show on July 27th HOME INDUSTRIES Make, Bake, Sew or Grow CLASSES for Adults & Children in Art, Crafts, Baking, Jams, Eggs, Fruit and Vegetables, Cut Flowers, Floral Arrangements. Children, let your imagination run and ‘Make a Model’ using vegetables and / or fruit. You might like to try your hand at a Miniature Farm or Miniature Garden. [Size limit 5” x 15”] or try putting flowers ‘In a Wellie’ for a bit of fun. NEW this year is a Mini Beach on a biscuit tin lid. Fill a Healthy Lunch box or decorate an egg or a wooden spoon. It will be well worth a visit to the Home Industries Tent to see all these exhibits. Maybe you would prefer to bake.Try your hand at a Novelty Cake for a Child and come see the fabulous cakes on display. Find the free colouring Competition in the papers. Don’t forget to look out for your School’s

THIS month's club meeting took place on Tuesday, July 4th. It was back to our regular format, after last month's guest speaker Paul Reidy, and we had two competitions; Architecture, and Signs. Preparations for our upcoming annual exhibition and potential field trips - Kinsale, Kilkenny Arts Week, Villierstown Boat Trip were discussed. Tony Walsh spoke about the club's “Little School”, an informal and fun photography meeting on the second Tuesday of each month in The Enterprise Bar. Member Michael Loftus provided an insightful and comprehensive critique on the Architecture competition with

Home Industries Team: Matt Wall, Eleanor Flynn, Ollie Walshe, Tommy and Ivy Ahern enjoying the Dungarvan Show Book Launch night.

Scarecrow on the Showfield. Adults, whatever your taste in Cooking, Crafts, Growing, Jam Making, Flower Arranging and Art there will be lots there to please the eye. There will be a Raffle in the tent, with lots of prizes thanks to our local businesses. Entries cost €2 and will be accepted up to our closing date Friday. 21st July so still plenty of time to start planning and collecting those 1st Prize stickers and Rosettes! Admission to Showfield: Adults €10. Concessions €5. Children free with Adult. Entry Forms and Schedules for this section are available at The Tourist Office and Jane Casey Florist, Main St., Secretary Dina Walshe 05842196, www.dungarvanshow.com

Ros Ledingham's “Sandton, Johannesburg” coming 1st, John Pelham took second, and John Bermingham 3rd with “Restricted View” in Grade 1. David Walker and Louise Neylin shared 1st place, with Sean O'Connor's “WTC” taking second and Ann Dunleavey in 3rd. Iris Graham took 1st in Grade 3. Competition number 2 received critique from the ever witty John Pelham. Michael O'Brien's “I cannot read” took 1st, “Even After All” by John Bermingham 2nd, and Michael Loftus' “Not for the faint-hearted” 3rd in Grade 1. Ann Dunleavey placed 1st, Louise Neyling 2nd, and David Walker 3rd, in Grade 2.

Iris Graham took 1st in Grade 3. Capturing and collating images for the Deise Project was discussed with members planning mini field trips to cover their areas. We had slideshows from mem-

Hayleigh Phelan, Marjorie Keane, Ann Phelan and Patricia O’Brien

bers Colette O'Connell. Dungarvan Camera Club kindly thanks its sponsors The Enterprise Bar, The Park Hotel, Dreoilin Glass, and Murray's Pharmacy.

Grade 1 Architecture Competition: 1st – Sandton Johannesburg by Rosalind Ledingham.

Grade 2 Architecture Competition: 1st – Alen Claws by David Walker.

Grade 1 Signs Competition: 1st – I Cannot Rerad by Michael O’Brien.

Grade 2 Signs Competition – 1st – I Ann Dunleavey.

Grade 3 Architecture Competition: 1st – Louise Neylin.

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Teachers, pupils, parents and friends came to support the schools Green Committee as they raised their third Green Flag for water conservation.

WEST WATERFORD WELL DONE TADGH & BRIAN In what will always be remembered as one of the most historic days in Waterford Senior Hurling Championship games, two Clashmore men featured proudly. Man of the match award winner Tadgh de Burca and Brian O’Halloran both played a huge part in what was a heart stopping game against Kilkenny in Thurles on Saturday evening last. Well done to you both your contribution to Waterford’s victory was fantastic a well deserved victory for the team. How sad for many of our life long GAA fans and supporters who were unable to travel to the game and who were unable to watch it on television because it was not available to view on our national channels. ANTHONY BRODERICK With great sadness we record the death of Anthony Broderick, Mount Stuart, Aglish and formerly of Listowel, Co. Kerry. Anthony died peacefully at Cork University Hospital on Monday, July 10th. Predeceased by his son Anthony; brother Danny; sister Mary Horgan. Anthony will be so dearly missed by his loving wife Anne; his sons Joe, Michael, Gerard, Colm, Oliver and T.J.; his daughters-in-law Theresa, Sharon, Diane, Kate, Marianna and Claire; grandchildren, brothers John and Bernard and sister Nora Sheehan. Anthony’s removal took place on Tuesday evening from his home to the Church of the Assumption, Aglish. Following Requiem Mass today Wednesday at 12.00 noon Anthony will be laid to rest at St. Patrick's Cemetery, Mount Stuart. May he rest in peace. BLUEGRASS IN CLASHMORE TONIGHT WEDNESDAY, JULY 12th We welcome back a very popular band who managed to rock Clashmore during their recent appearance here, from Colorado USA – we will have “Jeff & Tristan Scroggins”, and they will be joined by Berea College Bluegrass ensemble. This brilliant Bluegrass duo will be joined at The Old School House in Clashmore, by one of the very best in Irish trad - Carrigcove. For a night of great entertainment come on down and join us at 8.00 pm, you will be sure to get your feet tapping and your hands clapping! Tickets are available at the door. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA

Club’s weekly lotto draw took place on Monday night last, July 10th and the numbers were 6, 8, 11, 14. We had no match four winner, so next week our Jackpot will be €1,400 when our draw takes place at the Old Still Clashmore on July 17th. Congratulations to the following who were our weekly lucky spot prize winners of €20: Aoibhin Hickey, Castlemartyr; Caoimhe Bourke, Creggs; Tom Kelly; N & B Smyth; Frannie O’Rourke. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE This week’s 45 Drive took place at Decies Bar, Clashmore on Monday night, July 10rd. Top prize winners this week on ten games were Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower. In second place on nine games we had Gabriel Hynes and Tony Keane. In joint third place on seven games each we had Pat O’Halloran and Noel Nugent, Billy Connery and Derry Cotter, Thomas Power and Liam Curran. Best of the last five were Paddy Kelleher and Ed Og Ledingham. Lucky last game winners were Jim McGrath and Jack Douris, Mike Hunt and Martin Lynch. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS WEEKLY ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS The weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place in Clashmore on Sunday night, July 9th and the following letters were drawn F, I, M, K.We had no jackpot winner, so next week’s Jackpot will be €3,400. The lucky winners of our weekly €20 spot prizes: David Coughlan, Rosaleen Connery, Charlotte Fitzgerald. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone who helped and supported us. CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL COMPUTER TRAINING The Community Council has arranged for computer training courses to be run by Age Action in Piltown Hall, starting soon. We are looking for people aged over 55 who need help in using their computer or tablet. The course will start in July, date to be confirmed and there will be five sessions over five weeks, probably in the mornings. Participants can bring their own tablets or laptops but there will also

be computers available. For further details contact Clashmore and Kinsalebeg Community Council. TRIP TO KNOCK Our annual Clashmore three day trip to Knock and Lough Derg [no bare feet] takes place this year from August 28th to 30th. If you would like to travel with us, please contact Cait on 024 96239 to book your place, early booking is advisable as places may be are limited. PARISH OF AGLISH – BALLINAMEELA – MOUNT STUART GRAVEYARD MASSES 2017 Thanks to all who attended our Graveyard Masses at each of our three churches – a great tradition of remembrance of our dead ST. DECLAN’S WELL TOOR On Thursday, July 27th we have the annual celebration of Mass at St. Declan’s Well in Toor at 12.00 noon with Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan as chief celebrant. Our thanks to all who helped make this day possible in so many different ways and co-operations that are required. All are welcome. FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2018 The programme pack for First Holy Communion 2018 has been available in Ballinameela and Aglish Church. If you have a child for First Holy Communion and you have not collected one please do so as soon as possible. CLASHMORE & PILTOWN PARISH NEWS WEEKEND MASS TIMES Piltown – Saturday Vigil Mass – 6.00 pm Clashmore – Sunday Morning – 9.00 am Weekday Mass: Clashmore on Thursday morning Our Parish Secretary, Bridget Troy, is now available to assist you on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 12 noon at the Parish Priest's House. Bridget can help you with all parish matters such as booking Masses, obtaining baptismal/confirmation certificates and indeed getting information to the priests on your behalf. FOROIGE SUMMER OUTING Our yearly outing to East Cork Adventure Centre aka Kartworld is this Sunday, 16th July. All meeting at the Heritage Centre at 8 am sharp, text will be sent out this week! Any questions please contact any of the leaders, text the club phone 083 8817531 or send message via Facebook. Package includes Karting, Archery, Sumo Wrestling, Laser Tag,

Gladiator Jousting, Bubble Football and Lunch Please wear club hoodies. KIDS CAMP TUESDAYS! Every Tuesday take a break and let us entertain your children while you enjoy a little time for yourself. Here at Blackwater Garden Centre we are hosting our very popular Kids Camps every Tuesday, from 9 am to 1 pm for the months of July and August. The cost per child is just €25 and they get to enjoy lots of games and learning while still having fun. For further

details of any remaining places please contact Anne at 024 92725. CARLETON ART EXHIBITION The Carleton family, Anne, Lee, and Julie Anne will be holding their Annual Art Exhibition in their studio and gallery at 6, Main St. Ardmore on Sunday, 23rd July to Sunday, 30th July from 11.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. daily. Over 70 paintings will be on display and will include popular local scenes. This year many scenes from

the famous Cliff Walk will be featured. There will be a selection of acrylics, oil, watercolours, pen & ink and mixed media. The artists are a mother, son and daughter, so you will have three distinctive styles on show. There will be new paintings on display for the first time. As usual the prices are very reasonable It is well worth a visit, so go along and enjoy. Enquiries etc 087-2371598.

CLASHMORE RAISES ITS THIRD GREEN FLAG IN a continued effort to promote environmental awareness pupils in Clashmore N.S. have been working hard on the topic of water conservation. Mrs. O’Donovan and the Green School Committee have been monitoring the use of water in the school and at home and the pupils have come up with great ideas to reduce the amount of water used. The pupils were delighted to raise the school’s third Green School’s Flag on the 22nd June. Parents gathered to see the flag raised as the children sang “Be Brave and Save,” a composition of their own. Pictured are the boys and girls of the Clashmore Green School Committee with their teachers Ms. O’Donovan and Ms. Osborne.

KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMP

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Under 6 year old group with Coach Aine Ni Crothaigh at the Gaeltacht Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in An Rinn GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] 6 to 7 year old group with Coaches Seanie MacCraith, Seimi MacCraith and Megan Daly at the Gaeltacht Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in An Rinn GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

7 to 9 year old group with Coaches Briannagh MacCraith, Olivia O Fhaolain and Patrick Curran at the Gaeltacht Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in An Rinn GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games.[Sean Byrne//Deise

8 to 10 year old group with Coaches Katie MacCraith and Fiona Ni Bhriain at the Gaeltacht Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in An Rinn GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

9 to 11 year old group with Coach Alan O Laocha at the Gaeltacht Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in An Rinn GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

12 to 13 year old group with Coach Diarmuid O Cuirrin at the Gaeltacht Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in An Rinn GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

8 year old group with Coaches Lorraine Bray and Aoife Landers at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games.

12 year plus group with Coaches Barry Dunne and Molly Curran at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games.

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6th Class reflect on their last year in St. Mary’s Primary School, Dungarvan THE 6th class girls said a teary goodbye to their primary school days last week. It was a hectic and wonderful year for them not just because of Confirmation but because of the many projects they undertook throughout the year. The girls enjoyed the storytelling of the wonderful Neil de Burca, an all time favourite of theirs. Many thanks to the Coláiste for the invitation! They rolled up the sleeves on many occassions, turned on the oven and tested out their culinary skills. Great Irish Bake Off is the next stop! The 6th class girls displayed a particular talent for crafts, excelling in various types of needle work, sewing, cross stitch and weaving. Many thanks to the Cunnigar Pitch and Putt club for giving the time and sharing their skills with the girls.We had three very enjoyable weeks on the fairways and greens and the girls showed great potential. The weather was in our favour for Bike Week and what a wonderful time was had by all with a safe and sucessful cycle to Clonea, via the Greenway. Fun and games on the beach ensued with the customery ice-cream and the beautiful sunshine was the icing on the cake.Thanks to Peter and Aodaoin from Waterford Sports Partnership for making this possible for the girls. The 6th class organised the annual fashion show for the school which was a huge success and enjoyed by all. The girls took part in the ‘Write a Book’ project from Waterford Teachers’. The theme this year was “The Heritage and History of our Schools. They travelled to Waterford to collect their award. A fabulous day was had by all in the Dunmore East Adventure Centre and we were lucky with the weather once again. The highlight of the year must surely be the Go Fish programme. Thanks to Waterford Sports Partnership and Schools Completion programme along with Der Casey, Martin Collins/AFYDI and members of Inland Fisheries Ireland the girls had three fantastic days fishing in Ballyshunnock.They learned about the various species of fish, and studied the ecosystems of our rivers and lakes.They handled live bait, learned how to set up their rods and reels and off they went... an experience they will always cherish. They received their Angler Skills level 2 from the AFYDI. It has been a busy year to say the least and it ended with Fr. Matt Cooney celebrating their Graduation Mass. We wish the girls a happy, healthy and safe Summer and the very best of luck in their years in secondary school.

Crafty Kids

Baking

Bike Week

Fishing in Ballyshunnock

Write a book project awards St. Bridget’s Day Crosses

Story telling with Neil De Burca

Fishing in Ballyshunnock

Pitch n Putt

Clonea during bike week

Dunmore East Adventure Centre

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Crannchur an t-Samhradh. Daltaí na Scoile a bhuaigh duaiseanna sa chrannchur comhghairdeachas leo. Míle buíochas le Coiste na dTuismitheoirí.

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Sciath Mhac Dara agus Corn Greg Fives BÍONN gach páiste sa scoil ag tnúth leis na sraitheanna fíor thábhachtach seo. Bíonn an iomaíocht do chreidte i measc na nimreoirí, gach Captaen i rang 6 ag súil gurb iad a bheidh sa Chraobh. Molaim gach captaen mar bíonn siad chomh séimh agus cineálta leis na daoine óga. I ndeireadh na dála is foireann le Fionn de Nógla agus foireann le Holly Mae Ní Dhuinn a bhí sa chraobh i Sciath Mhac Dara. Bhí Mac Dara féin inár dteannta an fear a thosnaigh na sraitheanna céanna sa scoil i bhfad ó shin Cuireadh tús leis an gcluiche agus bhí an sliotar siar agus aniar agus na bun ranganna go mór ag glacadh páirt, Fionn agus Holly Mae ag moladh na himreoirí agus lucht féáchana á ngriosadh chun cinn. Is scór ar scór a bhí sa chluiche seo agus ní bhfaighfí an dá fhoireann a dheighilt ach nuair a shéid an réiteoir an fheadóg is foireann le Holly Mae a bhí chun tosaigh. Molaim iad araon agus comhgháirdeachas leo go speisialta le Holly Mae. I gCraobh an Choirn- Corn Greg Fives in onóir dár gcara mór atá imithe ar shlí na fírinne, bhí foireann le Feargal ó Sleibhín agus foireann le Charlie Góch. Bhí gach dalta scoile amuigh chun an craobh a fheiscint agus gach lú agus scréach astú. Bhí na sliotar ag taistil ar luas lasrach. Bhí sé fíor dheacair na fóirne a dheighilt.. Nuair a shéid Peter Power an fheadóg is foireann le Charlie Góch a bhí chun tosaigh. Molaim Feargal agus Charlie. Bhí na tádh linn an bhliain ar fad go raibh Seánaí Ó Cadhla linn mar thraenálaí ó Chumann Lúthchleas Gael Dhún na Mainistreach – Baile na Cúirte. Gach Máirt dhein Seánaí réiteoireacht ar na sraitheanna dúinn.– Ár mbuíochas ó chroí leis agus le Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Dhún na Mainistreach – Baile na Cúirte as an tacaíocht a thugann siad dúinn ó cheann ceann na bliana. Dhein ár gcara mór Peter Power sár jab den réiteoireacht mar is gnáth. Bhi moladh speisialta ag Peter do gach imreoir chomh maith. Ár

mbuíochas ó chroí leis as teacht chun na craobhacha a réiteoireacht agus na páisti a spreagadh agus a mholadh. Bhronn Mac Dara na boinn ar gach imreoir a d’imir sa chraobh. . Ár mbuíochas ó chroí le Mac Dara as na páisti a spreagadh agus a mholadh. Molaim go mór rang 6 agus na Múinteoirí a eagraíonn na Sraitheanna seo go bliantúil. Every pupil in the school looks forward to this important competition and rivalry becomes unbelievable amongst the players as every Captain dreams of being in the final. Every pupil in sixth class deserves exceptional praise for the kindness and their manner in encouraging the young players on their team. After many battles during the competition Fionn de Nógla’s team and Holly Mae Ní Dhuinn’s team reached the final of Sciath Mhac Dara. The sliotar was whizzing from end to end with the younger players contributing to the battle.This was an extremely tight game but when the final whistle blew Holly Mae’s team were the winners. Well done to both Captains and congratulations to Holly Mae’s team In the final of the Greg Fives’s Cup in honour of our great friend Greg we had Feargal ó Sleibhín’s team and Charlie Góch’s team. We were given a classic display of hurling from both sides. Every pupil in the school trying to get a vantage point to view the final, encouraging both teams with every roar from the crowd.. When the final whistle blew however it was Charlie Góch’s team who were the winners of the Greg Fives Cup. We were very fortunate to have Seánaí coaching the children every Tuesday from Abbeyside / Ballinacourty GAA Club. Every Tuesday Seánaí did a fantastic job of refereeing. A big thank you to Seánaí and to Abbeyside / Ballinacourty GAA Club for all their support. Our great friend Peter Power came to refere. Peter also had a special word of praise for each player. A big thank you to Peter for his continuous support to us and especially for

all his words of praise and encouragement to the children Mac Dara presented each player with their medals. A big thank you to Mac Dara. Congratulations to Rang 6 and to all the staff who are involved in the organisation of Sciath Mhac Dara and Corn Greg Fives annually. LÁ SPÓRT Bhí lá spórt den scoth againn i mbliana. Cuireadh gach rogha d’imeachtaí ós cómhair na páistí idir rothaíocht, Tógáil caisleáin, snámh sa bhfarraige, Taekwondo le Luke Laffen, caisleáin preabaigh, trampailíneacht le Pamela Boyce, rince deilbhe le Múinteoir Hilda ar Henry agus an rásaíocht traidisiúnta : rás na dtrí gcos agus spúnóg agus práta. Buíochas le Múinteoir Jason a eagraigh an ionad dúinn i mBaile an Róid leis an gCumann Sacair i mBaile an Róid as an bPáirc agus

ionad a thabhairt dúinn agus le Coiste an Pharóiste as an Halla breá a chur ar fáil dúinn. Buíochas chomh maith le Luke as ranganna Taekwondo den scoth a dhéanamh leis na daltaí agus le Pamela Boyce (mamaí le Kacie agus Sarah) as ranganna fíor thaitneamhach a dhéanamh le daltaí na scoile, Bhaineamar ard thaitneamh as an lá Árd mholadh tuillte ag foireann na scoile agus foireann an Seisiún Iarscoile as lá iontach a eagrú agus a stiúriú agus le daltaí na scoile a bhí chomh béasach agus buíoch. Is léir go bhaineadar ana thaitneamh as chomh maith. We enjoyed a fantastic Sports’ Day this year. Each pupil had their choice of a wide variety of sports from cycling, building sandcastles, swimming in the sea, Taekwondo, bouncy castles, statue dances with Múinteoir

Hilda accompanied by Henry to our traditional races of the three legged and potato and spoon. A big thank you to Múinteoir Jason for organising the venue, to Ballinroad Soccer Club for the use of their grounds and facilities, to the Parish Committee for the use of the Hall as a venue, to Luke who captivated the children’s attention with Taekwondo, to Pamela for classes of trampolining which were a big hit, to H & P Castles who came to our rescue with their bouncy castles. Well done to all the staff of Scoil Gharbháin and to the staff of the After School Service for organising and ensuring the success of a great day. Pupils and staff thoroughly enjoyed the occasion and we will definitely return if possible next year. TUISMITHEOIRÍ Ár mbuíochas ó chroí le Coiste na

dtuismitheoirí as an tacaíocht iontach a thugann siad do dhaltaí na scoile agus d’fhoireann na scoile ó cheann ceann na bliana agus daoibhse ár dtuismitheoirí as an tacaíocht leanúnach d’imeachtaí a bhíonn ar siúil i rith na bliana. Guímíd gach rath agus aimsir bhreá oraibh le linn na laethanta saoire. Bainigí taitneamh astu. A big thank you and note of appreciation to our fantastic Coiste na dTuismitheoirí for their unbelievable support to both pupils and staff of the school, Naíonra and seisiún iar-scoile and also to you our parents for your continuous support annually for all the events on our School Calendar. Míle buíochas. We wish you all good wishes and happiness and fine weather during the holidays. Enjoy.

Holly Mae Ní Dhuinn le Sciath Mhac Dara ag ceiliúradh leis an bhfoireann i dteannta Seanaí Ó Cadhla, Peter Power, MacDara Mac Donncha, Lorcán Ó Muirí agus Jen Uí Dhuibhir.

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Scoil Gharbhain – Daltaí na Scoile a bhain amach lán tinreamh i rith na bliana 2016-2017. Comhgháirdeachas leo. Táimíd ana bhródúil.

Scoil Gharbhain – Daltaí na Scoile a bhí ar Scoil gach lá i rirth na bliana seachas lá amháin comhgháirdeachas leo.

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Seafield N.S. ‘Darkness into Light’ Beach Clean took place on Bonmahon Beach on Wednesday, 21st June, at 5.00 a.m. as part of our Green Flag theme ‘Marine Environment’.

Scoil Gharbhain – Charlie Góch le Corn Greg Fives ag ceiliúradh leis an bhfoireann agus Seanaí Ó Cadhla, Peter Power, MacDara Mac Donncha agus Silvia Uí Sheanlaoich.

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Christian Aid Week Dear Editor, I would like to sincerely thank your readers in Co. Waterford for their support and generosity during Christian Aid Week 2017, which took place from 14th to 20th May. This year, during Christian Aid Week, we asked people in Co. Waterford to remember the millions of people who have been forced from home by conflict. Christian Aid Week began 60 years ago to support the aid effort helping refugees fleeing war-torn Europe. In the decades since then, it has continued to raise significant funds to help people in need. Six decades on there still millions of families – mothers, fathers and children – who are running from conflict, danger and persecution around the world in search of a safe place to call home. According to the UNHCR, 65.3 million people have been forcibly displaced from their homes. 68% of them are being hosted by some of the poorest countries in the world in the Middle East and Africa, with just 6% in Europe. Syrians continue to be the largest group of refugees worldwide. We’re incredibly grateful for the remarkable generosity and goodwill of our supporters, including churches, communities and volunteers across the county each Christian Aid Week. It was an inspiring week of collections, fundraising events and coffee mornings, which will help to make a big difference to people's lives in some of the world's poorest countries. On behalf of Christian Aid Ireland, thank you once again to the people of Co.Wareford and may I wish all of your readers an enjoyable summer. Yours sincerely, ROSAMOND BENNETT CEO Christian Aid Ireland

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Just think of it! SHOULDER my yoke and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest from your souls. Yes, my yoke is easy and my burden light.” (Matthew, chap.11, verse 30). That’s a bold promise by Jesus that we will find doing his will easy and carrying his cross light. What is a yoke? It is defined as a wooden frame fastened over the neck of a beast of burden, to which a plough or a cart my be attached, or a frame fitted to a person’s shoulders for carrying a couple of buckets. If the yoke fits comfortably the burden to be pulled or carried doesn’t seem so heavy, it might even be light! I have seen it suggested that St. Joseph, the village carpenter in Nazareth, might have put a notice outside his door advertising his yokes as easy, well-fitting, and so making the customer’s burden feel light. But what is the yoke of Jesus, that’s the question? I would think the first answer is, the commandments of God. Jesus stressed that he hadn’t come to do away with the commandments, but to show them in their true light, as how God wants us to use the gifts with which God endows each one of us. If we use these gifts properly, with reverance for God, respect for the other people in our lives, truth, honesty, then we will be comfortable, self-assured in our daily living. If we disregard the commandments, we will come to resent them, seeing them as obstacles to our independence, and the result of such an attitude is a feeling of anger, frustration, an attitude of “they’re all against me.” Perhaps a second meaning of Christ’s yoke could be the plan of life that God has for each of us. If we can’t accept the way our life works out we have a better chance of seeing the hand of God in the ordinary events of our life. If we mean it when we say “Thy will be done,” if we can bring ourselves to say truthfully “welcome be the will of God,” then maybe we will find that the yoke of Christ is the right fit for us. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

Dungarvan Christian Fellowship BIBLE VERSE OF THE MONTH So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind. Philippians 2:1-2a WEEK COMMENCING – 9th JULY, 2017 • No Wednesday morning prayer this week • Bible Study Home Groups, Grace Course continues:-Thursday 7.30 p.m. Dungarvan, Adam & Monika’s house; Friday 7.30 p.m. Cappaquin, Tomek & Asia’s house • Friday Morning 10.30 a.m. Tea/Coffee at EuroRoute UPCOMING EVENTS • Saturday, 15th July - Children's Ministry training day with Pastor Ken and Val Baker from Bandon. Ken will also be preaching at our Sunday morning service. • DCF Kids & Youth Camp from 7th - 11st August. Our theme this year is Jesus our Superhero. Notes: On Sunday Pastor Steve encouraged us to step out of the shadows and into the light of life and follow Jesus. So often we can be comfortable sitting stubbornly in the shadows, watching as the refreshing light moves it's way gently before us. We refuse to move, as we “expect” the light to come to us. So it can be in the spirit. We are waiting for him, expecting him to bless us with his presence, where in fact Jesus is inviting us to walk in his light and follow him. Let's not ask him to bless our plans, but ask that we should walk in his plans, which are already blessed. For more info contact: Pastor Steve Hamer 083-4003971; www.dungarvanchurch.org; email:info@dungarvanchurch.org

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Zechariah 9:910 – See now, your king comes humbly to you. Romans 8:9, 11-13 – If by the Spirit you put an end to the misdeeds of the body you will live. Matthew 11:25-30 – I am gentle and humble in heart. Any Good I can do: ‘I shall pass this way but once; any good that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being; let me do it now. Let me not defer nor neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.’ Etienne de Grellet. Pro-life Speaker: A pro-life speaker who was to be with us last weekend will speak at all Masses on the weekend of August 12th and 13th next. Joy of Faith Children’s Summer Camp: Congratulations to those who organised and took part in the Children’s Summer Camp in Dungarvan. Up to 50 children enjoyed the events which included drama, arts and crafts, sport and games, catholic prayer and teaching, dance and action, songs, music and lots of fun. A special word of thanks to leaders who prepared for each day’s events. World Meeting of Families 2018: Volunteer Now for World Meeting of Families 2018. This international event will take place in Dublin next year from

August 22nd – 26th. To assist in organising and running an exciting series of events, volunteers are essential to the success of the World Meeting of Families. A leaflet ‘Come join us - Volunteer Now’ is available in the porches. It gives details about the meeting itself and how to volunteer. Please take a leaflet and consider becoming a volunteer. Peter’s Pence Collection: Thanks to everyone who contributed to the recent annual collection for the Pope and the various needs of the diocese. Donations can still be made to the collection. St. Declan’s Well Annual Mass: This Mass will be celebrated at Toor, Aglish on Thursday, July 27th at 12.00 noon. Confessions from 11. 30 a.m. 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: 0862334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087-7747870.

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MARIE OZSE (nee Donovan) Hollingdean Terrace, Brighton, East Sussex, England, and formerly of St. Patrick’s Crescent, Dungarvan With profound sorrow and regret we record the passing of Marie Ozse, 27 Hollingdean Terrace, Brighton, and 7 St. Patrick’s Crescent, Dungarvan, which sad event occurred on 28th April at her home in Brighton. Marie was born in Dungarvan, daughter of Margaret and Johnny Donovan, who both predeceased her, and was the eldest of 11 children. Marie emigrated to England at a very early age where she worked in the Isle of Wight and met her husband Les (deceased). Marie moved to Brighton and settled there. Marie welcomed all her family to England and helped them all to make a life there. She was a very kind lady and helped everyone out, often returning to Ireland over the years to visit her family here. Marie’s passing is the source of much sorrow for her family and friends, who will always remember her kindness and friendship with grateful affection. Marie is predeceased by her husband Les, parents Margaret and Johnny, brothers Donal and Pat. We express our heartfelt sympathy to her sisters Rosarie, Lily, Bríd and Barbara; brothers John, Mike, James and Thomas; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, carers Miriam and Mellissa; extended family, relatives and friends Cherry, Mel and Danika. Marie lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Saturday afternoon, 6th May, where the Rosary was recited in the presence of her loving family, relatives, friends and neighbours. Later Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., led Funeral Prayers before the removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. On arrival the Service of Reception was led by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Marie’s life was celebrated by Fr. J. Harris, C.C., assisted by Canon W. Ryan, P.P., on Sunday, 7th May. Throughout the Mass, Prayers and Readings were recited, gifts were presented by Marie’s nieces, other relatives, carers and friends. Sacred hymns were beautifully sung and played by Lorna Jane Murray. Afterwards Marie was shouldered to her place of rest in the adjoining cemetery by her nephews to the strains of the song “An Irish Heart”. Fr. Harris, C.C., imparted the graveside blessing and led the Rite of Committal. May Marie Rest in Peace in her Heavenly Home. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

LUCY WALSH Feagarrid, Ballysaggart It is with sincere sadness and deep regret that we record the passing of Lucy Walsh which sad event occurred on Friday, 30th June, in the loving care of the Doctors, Nurses and staff of Dungarvan Community Hospital. Reposing in Ryan’s Funeral Home, Lismore, Rosary was recited on Saturday evening. Removal took place on Sunday evening to St. Mary’s Church, Ballysaggart. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning after which Lucy was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Full obituary to follow. To her loving sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and her many friends, we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s Funeral Directors, Lismore).

Disowned I saw the sorrow in your eyes, And yet you were bereft of tears, Your jovial air was a pale disguise, To hide the hurt of years. From afar I watched the mask you wore, Delude the ones who knew you well, They could not see the pain you bore, Or the seas of sadness around you swell. They disowned that, which you loved the most, That for nine long months inside you grew, Though you dared not weep for what you’d lost, I have wept for you. JOHN DALY

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MARGARET BUTLER (nee Moloney) Leigh, Ring Profound feelings of sadness and regret were evoked with the passing of Margaret Butler on Wednesday, 28th June, peacefully, at home and surrounded by her loving family. Born in 1954 in Kilkenny, Margaret was the first child of nine born to Matt (RIP) and Catherine Moloney, natives of Tipperary. The family settled in Gortnadiha, Ring, during the 1950s and Margaret was educated in Ring National School and the Presentation Secondary School in Dungarvan. Having completed her Leaving Certificate, Margaret commenced employment in the Creamery in Dungarvan and during her early twenties met her future husband Tony from Youghal. Margaret and Tony married in Old Parish Church in 1976 and settled down in Dungarvan town. Between 1977 and 1980 they welcomed two daughters, Emma and Susan, and during the girl’s early years, Margaret was a full-time homemaker. In 1983, Margaret returned to employment in the local Stafford Miller (now GlaxoSmithKline) factory through which she made many friends. In 1990, she welcomed her son, Alan, completing the family she loved unconditionally. For many years, Margaret expertly juggled full-time work and family life without complaint, committing herself fully to all roles and tasks she took on. Professionally, she was highly regarded for her hard work and dedication. There is not enough time or paper to express how happy and proud she made her family. In 1996, Margaret was delighted to return to live in the countryside in a new home in Leigh, Ring. Her house and garden were a source of great pride to her, and many a happy memory is stored within the walls and hedgerows. After eighteen years in Stafford Miller, she took voluntary redundancy in 2002, along with many of her colleagues at the time. Following that, she returned to education, enjoying courses in Art, Craft & Design which enabled her artistic talents to flourish. As with all her endeavours, Margaret threw herself into the coursework, even achieving a Student of the Year award. Pieces of art from this time are still kept with pride by her family. On completion of her courses, Margaret was to return to work again, this time providing valuable service in the local St.Vincent de Paul shop. In this role her warm, caring nature was evident to all who passed the threshold and once again, she made many more friends along the way. Having welcomed four grandchildren in recent years, Margaret, or Nanny Mag, as she was lovingly called, went above and beyond to care for her grandchildren. She dearly loved Evan, Carly, Ryan and Dylan and was more than happy to walk through fields, splash in the sea or play hide-and-seek. She was young at heart and the precious years her grandchildren had with her will never be forgotten. Margaret had many interests in life: music, reading, walking, dancing and socialising with friends. She loved animals, in particular, the beloved family dog, Mitsy and had a great fondness for the outdoors, appreciating the beauty in simple things. But above all, her greatest passion was for her family. As wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend, she was loving, selfless, generous, and thoughtful. Margaret also faced difficult times, including the sudden loss of her father Matt in 1999 and her sister Mary in 2015. During the last eighteen months of her life, she courageously faced illness and her bravery, positivity and dignity were an inspiration to all who knew her. Margaret was a beautiful, special lady who leaves so many wonderful memories. Suamhneas síoraí dá hanam uasal. Margaret lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Thursday evening, 29th June, where huge numbers of people came to pay their respects, a fitting testament to the esteem in which she was held. Later in the presence of Margaret’s loving family, relatives, many friends and neighbours, Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., led the recitation of the Rosary. Removal took place on Friday morning, 30th June, to Séipéal San Nioclás, An Rinn, the cortege pausing in prayerful tribute at Margaret’s home in Leigh. On arrival Fr. Kelly, P.P., celebrated Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Margaret’s life. At the beginning of Mass symbols representing her life were brought to the Altar by Kay Kirby (sister), Mervyn Guiry (son-in-law), Con O’Mahony (friend) and Mattie Moloney (brother). The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the large congregation by Cassie Kirby (niece) and Shane O’Mahony (nephew). The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Nadia Hallahan (niece), Michelle Moloney (niece) and Stephen Kirby (nephew).The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were presented by Ann Moloney (sister) and Bridget O’Mahony (sister). The Eulogy in remembrance of Margaret was delivered by Michael O’Mahony (brother-in-law). Throughout the Mass sacred hymns were beautifully sung and played by Dina Walshe. Afterwards Margaret was laid to rest in the New Cemetery, Ring. Fr. Kelly, P.P., imparted the graveside blessing and led the Rite of Committal. We express our heartfelt sympathy to Margaret’s husband Tony; family Emma, Susan and Alan; mother Kit; sisters Bridget, Kay and Ann; brothers John, Jimmy, Mattie and Pat; grandchildren Evan, Carly, Ryan and Dylan; son-in-law Mervyn; father-in-law Billy; brothersin-law, sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, other relatives and many friends.

OBITUARY Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. “You can shed tears that she is gone, Or you can smile because she has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that she'll come back, Or you can open your eyes and see all she's left. Your heart can be empty because you can't see her, Or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember her only that she is gone, Or you can cherish her memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back. Or you can do what she'd want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.” Month’s Mind Mass for Margaret will be offered on Friday, 28th July, at 7.30 p.m. in St. Nicholas’ Church, Ring. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

ERHARD BETZ Goulane, Old Parish, and formerly of Stuttgart, Germany We learned with sadness and regret of the passing of Erhard Betz on Saturday, 8th July, peacefully, at University Hospital Waterford. We express our deepest sympathy to Erhard’s son Valentin; other relatives, many friends and neighbours. Erhard lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Tuesday evening, 11th July. A Service of Thanksgiving for Erhard’s life was held in the presence of family, relatives, friends and neighbours. Private Cremation will take place on Wednesday, 12th July. May Erhard Rest in Peace – Ruhe in Frieden. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PHILIP DUGGAN JUNIOR Shandon Street, Dungarvan Feelings of profound sorrow were evoked with the passing of Philip Duggan (Junior) on Wednesday, 5th July.We express our heartfelt sympathy to his children Mark, Kayleigh and Cassie; father Philip; mother Ann; sister Gillian; brothers Stephen and Darren; aunts, uncles, many other relatives and friends. Philip lay in repose at the residence of his father Philip and Caroline, St. Brigid’s Well, Dungarvan, on Friday, 7th July, and Saturday, 8th July. Removal took place on Saturday evening to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. On arrival Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A., led the Service of Reception. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Philip’s life was celebrated on Sunday, 9th July, by Fr. J. Harris, C.C., with Canon W. Ryan, P.P., also in attendance. Afterwards Philip was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JOYCE ANNIE GATES (nee Parnell) Primrose Cottage, Carrignagower, Lismore With deep and sincere regret we record the passing of Joyce Annie Gates (nee Parnell), Primrose Cottage, Carrignagower, Lismore, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late Bill Gates, which sad event occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Conna Nursing Home on the 5th July, 2017. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Sunday evening where funeral prayers were recited by Dean Paul Draper in the presence of her loving family, neighbours and friends. Cremation service will take place on this Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. in the Island Crematorium Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork. May she rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving son Robert; daughter-in-law Valerie; grandchildren Andrea and Mark; great-grandchildren Jade, Nathaniel, Callum, Courtney, Callum and Maddisen; sister-in-law Ann; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

PAULINE NEALE (nee Kennefick) 7 Ashley Court, Lismore With sadness and regret we record the passing of Pauline Neale (nee Kennefick), 7 Ashley Court, Lismore, Co. Waterford, loving mother of the late Lynn, which sad event occurred peacefully on the 4th July, 2017. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on this Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. in St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. Followed by Private Cremation. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving husband Edward (Ted); daughter Pauline Ferguson; son-in-law Patrick; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

55 MICHAEL (Mikey) McGRATH “Shirley Heights”, Summerfield, Youghal, and formerly of Camphire, Cappoquin It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Michael (Mikey) McGrath, “Shirley Heights”, Summerfield, Youghal, Co. Cork, and formerly of Camphire, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on the 1st July, 2017. Lying in repose at his home “Shirley Heights”, Summerfield, Youghal, on Sunday evening where Rosary was recited by V. Rev. Canon D. Herlihy, P.P., in the presence of his loving family. On Monday evening funeral prayers were recited by V. Rev. Canon D. Herlihy, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends, before removal took place to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, The Strand,Youghal. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by V. Rev. Canon D. Herlihy, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday by V. Rev. Canon D. Herlihy, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by Michael’s daughter Geraldine and son Robert. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Robert and grandchildren Conor, Eoin and Niamh. Liam Dalton and Ollie O’Farrell provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Following Communion Geraldine delivered a eulogy paying a lovely tribute to her father and acknowledged the support they received from the local community. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in North Abbey Cemetery,Youghal.V. Rev Canon D. Herlihy, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Michael was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Florrie (nee Russell); son Robert; daughter Geraldine; brother Liam; sisters Susie Hughes and Mary Corcoran; daughter-in-law Ann; son-in-law John Daly; grandchildren Niamh, Eoin, Ciaran and Conor; brothersin-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

EITHNE KEEVERS (nee Coffey) Coolagh Road, Abbeyside Deep sadness and regret was expressed with the passing of Eithne Keevers on Wednesday, 5th July, at University Hospital Waterford. A native of County Limerick, Eithne was predeceased by her husband Tom in 2007. We express our sincere sympathy to her son Bill and partner Mairéad; grandchildren Tomás, Philip and Ronan; sister Edith Bermingham (The Manor, Fermoy); brothers-in-law Jim Keevers (Ardmore) and Pat Keevers (Cappoquin); nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Eithne lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday evening, 7th July. Funeral Prayers were recited by Fr. Bill Bermingham (Eithne’s nephew) before the removal took place to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. On arrival the Service of Reception was led by Fr. Bermingham, assisted by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday morning, 8th July, by Fr. Bermingham assisted by Fr. Cooney, O.S.A., and Fr. N. Hassett, P.P. Afterwards Eithne was laid to rest in St. Declan’s Round Tower Cemetery, Ardmore. Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam uasal. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

RACHAEL O’KEEFFE (nee O’Reilly) Crannóg, Knockrower, Stradbally With deep regret we record the passing of Rachael O’Keeffe which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 5th July, 2017 Funeral Mass took place on Friday,7th July, in the Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, celebrated by Fr. Condon, P.P., assisted by Fr. Enright, P.E., and Fr. Horan, O.S.A. Burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To her husband Michael; children Aoife, Raymond and Anthony; sisters Bernadette, Madeline and Sandra; brother Raymond; relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

ANTHONY BRODERICK Mount Stuart, Aglish, and formerly Listowel, Co. Kerry With sadness we record the passing of Anthony Broderick which sad event occurred on Monday, 5th July, 2017. Removal took place on Tuesday evening from his residence to the Church of the Assumption, Aglish. Funeral Mass will take place today Wednesday at 12 noon and burial will take place afterwards in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Mount Stuart. To his wife Anne; sons Joe, Michael, Gerard, Colm, Oliver and T.J.; daughters-in-law Theresa, Sharon, Diane, Kate, Marianna and Claire; grandchildren, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

FARMING Irish Agriculture needs a strong CAP SPEAKING in Brussels, where he is attending an EU Commission conference "CAP: Have Your say", IFA President Joe Healy said the delivery of a strong, sustainable and competitive Irish agriculture sector requires an increase in the CAP budget. The IFA President said that in discussions on the future of the EU budget, strengthening existing common policies, such as the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), is critical to securing a strong future for the EU, and to demonstrate the positives of EU membership to citizens. "There is a tough negotiating

road ahead but there is also an Irish EU Agriculture Commissioner, Phil Hogan who understands agriculture and a Government that is aware of the importance of agriculture to the Irish economy. “Member States must take into account the need for adequate funding to support the many economic, social and environmental benefits that are delivered through CAP, and to allow the policy to reform and respond to the demands of European society, and to emerging challenges in the areas of climate change and environmental sustainability.

IFA Grain Chairman Liam Dunne speaks to a Garda outside the Department of Agriculture in Dublin to protest over the aid package offered to tillage farmers who suffered crop losses during last year’s harvest. “It must be recognised that low farm incomes remain a major challenge. Previous cuts to the CAP budget have undermined the effectiveness of this

Gardai talking to IFA President Joe Healy after the organisation unloaded straw bales outside the Department of Agriculture in Dublin to protest over the aid package offered to tillage farmers who suffered crop losses during last year’s harvest.

Common Policy and its ability to provide a fair standard of living for producers. EU farmers are meeting high regulatory standards in the areas of food safety, animal health, welfare and the environment, “Joe Healy said. "The departure of the UK from the EU will certainly pose additional challenges for the CAP budget, as the UK is a net contributor to the overall EU budget, but the EU must step up and support farmers and food production in the EU27" IFA's Director of European Affairs, Liam MacHale who is based IFA's Brussels office said, “Today's conference follows the conclusion of the CAP public consultation in May and will feed into the Communication on Modernising & Simplifying the CAP due at end of year and it is important that IFA's voice continues to be heard during this process.”

Farmers Journal/KPMG review 6cpl difference shows some Co-ops need to up their milk price ambitions and review efficiencies - O’Leary IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary has said that in participating voluntarily to the Farmers’ Journal/KPMG 2016 Milk Price Review, co-ops were contributing to providing unique milk price transparency which was the envy of our European colleague, and he commended them for staying committed to the Review year after year. However, this year’s results have shown the gap between the top and bottom payers has reached a high of over 6c/l, and a historical examination of the last 13 years shows that gap has been widening massively over the period. Only some of this differential can be explained by constituent levels and access to alternative income streams to top up milk prices. Some co-ops need to up their milk price ambitions a great deal more than others, and this must start with a significant increase in their June 2017 milk price, Mr

O’Leary said. “Farmers value hugely the detailed information provided each year in the Farmers’Journal / KPMG Review of creamery milk prices, as well as the additional analysis presented by the Farmers’ Journal. We fully recognise that the information is provided voluntarily each year by all our milk purchasing co-ops, and commend them for their commitment,” Mr O’Leary said. “However, as we have been reminded at the Teagasc Open Day in Moorepark recently, we must quantify and measure, assess the information and use it to make the required decisions to improve performance, both on farms and within the processing business,” he said. “It is clear that constituent levels do make quite a difference to milk prices, as does the ability of some milk purchasers to utilise alternative income streams to top

up dairy market returns,” he added. “However, these cannot possibly account for the totality of the differentials, and it is crucial that milk purchasing co-ops would look at their efficiencies, product mixes, marketing and milk pricing policies. It is simply unfair to milk producers who have made commitments through Milk Supply Agreements and have engaged wholeheartedly in the

SDAS scheme, regardless of where they are located, to be left with such inequalities of opportunities,” he said. “I would expect co-op boards to examine the 2016 FJ/KPMG Review at their next meeting to review their long term milk pricing plan, and for the shorter term to be sure to pass back a price increase of at least 1c/l which current market returns clearly justify,” Sean O’Leary concluded.

Round-up … IFA urges speedier TAMS payments IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has urged Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed to speed up TAMS payments to farmers who have completed their work and sent in all required documentation to the Department of Agriculture. In excess of 650 farmers are urgently awaiting grant aid for investments they have made on their farms. In many instances, these farmers are being placed under financial difficulty as a result of the delays and it is now vitally important that the Department pays out immediately. Joe Brady said the seventh tranche of TAMS closed recently. More than 1,000 farmers applied to that tranche, bringing the total number of TAMS applications to 13,500. So far, 8,849 farmers have got approval to proceed and it is important that all other approvals to proceed are issued without delay. The IFA Rural Development Chairman pointed out that €50m is allocated to TAMS this year and so far only €10.5m of this has been paid out. If this trend continues for the rest of the year, the Minister will fail to pay out the full allocation. Joe Brady said he would be concerned this will weaken the Minister’s argument in making a strong case for a higher allocation next year to pay out all of those farmers who will be approved and complete their work over the next 12 months.

Labour shortages, price volatility and Brexit the greatest challenges to Irish Dairy farming SPEAKING from Moorepark 2017, this year’s Teagasc Dairy Open Day in Fermoy, IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary said Irish dairy farmers, supported by industry stakeholders and quality production advice from Teagasc, have very real potential to supply a growing international demand for quality, sustainably produced milk. However, he warned shortages of skilled labour on expanding dairy farms need to be overcome in the short term, and price and income volatility mitigated through more innovative hedging, taxation and financial solutions. Longer term, the negotiations on the future trading relationship between the UK and the EU (including Ireland) need to allow for the continuation of existing trade flows, as unimpeded as possible, while industry needs to develop new markets to help reduce the sector’s reliance on the British market. “Focusing on Resilient Dairying, from a cow, grass, land, people and industry perspective, the Open Day is a positive display of all the strengths that can be built upon in the sector to place us among the top sustainable global dairy producers. Today’s event is all about positively supporting the sector with the outcomes of world class research,” Mr O’Leary said. “However, a shortage of skilled labour has proved a major issue on farms, last spring especially, and we need to identify and train suitable candidates. Dairy farming can offer longterm attractive career options, and must be promoted as such among farmers in other sectors, agricultural students, but also those outside of agriculture,” he added. “Beyond the farm gate, farmers will continue to struggle with price and income volatility. Industry stakeholders must develop more hedging options beyond fixed milk price contracts – futures based hedging, for example,” he said. “Our Government must build on the taxation changes already made in the last two years, and allow farmers to engage in precautionary, tax efficient savings in good years. Our financial institutions must also provide more competitively priced financial packages for both short and long term needs which permit flexible repayments reflecting price and revenue levels,” Sean O’Leary concluded.

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AgTech Symposium in the South East highlights major strengths and opportunities where Agriculture and Technology collide! THE Local Enterprise Offices of the South East Region, including Tipperary, Kilkenny, Carlow, Wexford and Waterford, co-ordinated a forward thinking AgTech Symposium held in Thurles recently. The inaugural Agricultural Technology initiative has been funded under the Action Plan for Jobs LEO Competitive Funds. Other key stakeholders involved in the event include Enterprise Ireland, Teagasc, The Department of Agriculture, Institutes of Technology, Agriforvalour and TSSG to mention but a few. A large number of attendees at the conference included farmers, engineers, AgTech companies, investors, entrepreneurs and those with an interest in emerging technologies for agriculture. The aim of the symposium is to grow, progress and increase profitability

with AgTech across the region. The conference heard from farmers who sought new technologies which enabled them to produce more while reducing the effect on their land. Farmers told their story how they pioneered new business models to capture more of the value which they grow.These were the types of farmers who would never be satisfied that their business has been optimised and continually try to maximise performance within the confines of the land which they farm. Barry Caslin from Teagasc said “Industry has to become smarter through the use of technology to add value along our food supply chains. The farmers leading the way in adopting the new technologies will ultimately accelerate the movement that transforms the global agri-food

Pictured at the AgTech Symposium in Thurles are Barry O'Sullivan, Chairman Mid-West ActionPlan for Jobs; Joe McGrath, CEO Tipperary County Council and Barry Downes, Managing Partner, Suir Valley Ventures. [Patrick Browne]

system into one which will efficiently feed nine billion people by 2050”. Enterprise Ireland representatives commented “Sometimes we forget the large technological advancements and new innovations which farmers have adopted over time. Farming has always been evolutionary in nature and will continue to be in the future.Today, the smartphone is probably the most important tool on the farm. Once you have tasted the power of the smartphone, you are very unlikely to go back and who knows where future advances will lead us” The technology is already here to geo-reference each field, layer in satellite and other data systems such as biomass indices to determine yields. These new technologies will radically transform how information is transferred to growers on a field by field level. Given the speed at which technology is advancing, it is important for farmers to choose systems that would not be dated in 15 years’ time. A clear message from the symposium was that the farm will perform well when farmers show an openness and willingness to adopt the new technologies available to them to make the farm more efficient and profitable. The biggest constraint on change is the status quo. Opportunities in bio-economy, sensors and genetic engineering were discussed during the symposium workshops. The main

Pictured at the AgTech Symposium in Thurles are Jordan Molloy, Niall Austin of Moocall, Kevin Nolan, Nolan Farming and Michael Downey, Dairy Farmer. [Patrick Browne] message was that the biggest driver of change are farmers who understands why they are farming and has a vision of what they are seeking to achieve from their business. It is these farmers who are prepared to stand out who will show the path to a more prosperous future. They will set the standards that others will, ultimately, aspire to and have to meet to retain their licence to operate. Rita Guinan, Head of Enterprise, Tipperary and Lead Co-Ordinator of the AgTech

Symposium said “Advanced ICT is being developed and implemented at every stage of the food chain, from the primary producer on the farm, through to the processor and retailer. Growth in global population and changing diets in emerging countries are projected to bring about a 70 per cent increase in global demand for food over the next 40 years. The Government’s Action Plan for Jobs identified the potential of the Agri-Food and Ag-Tech Sectors as key drivers of economic recovery and job creation

in Ireland and I’m pleased to say that this symposium has successfully explored how the potential of AgTech in particular, can be maximised for the region. This symposium is very much the first step which has provided an insight into the sheer breadth of the AgTech sector and its potential for the region. The Local Enterprise Offices will support new start-ups and business expansions to progress AgTech opportunities and the resultant job creation in this sector across the country.”

Opening of New State of Art Seed Processing and Distribution Hub represents significant investment into the future of the Irish Agricultural Industry CEREAL and forage seed companies Seedtech and DLF, recently opened a new seed processing and distribution hub in Belview Port, Waterford. This new state of the art 52,000 ft² facility is unique in Ireland and has the ability to process high quality cereal and grass seed, along with premium grains for the food industry. Servicing both Seedtech and their sister company DLF, this new plant reinforces both companies processing and distribution systems to ensure they remain at the forefront of their respective sectors; showcasing their commitment to enabling a more progressive and sustainable Irish agri-sector. Speaking at the opening, which was attended by a large number of individuals from across the agri sector, Nigel Whyte, Seedtech Commercial Director stated; “The opening of this new facility signifies our commitment to the seed sector in Ireland. Which, in addition to the work we already undertake in crop variety research and our unrivalled technical expertise,

represents a significant investment into growing and processing seeds of the future.” This new facility will ensure that Seedtech can continue to provide quality seed to customers in the Irish market and develop higher value export opportunities, to an ISO certified standard. General Manager for DLF, Paul Flanagan, also spoke at the event, saying that the opening of this new facility is a significant enhancement to what is already a sizable operation for DLF in Ireland. “We have made two large investments in recent times. The first being our grass forage breeding trials, which is the largest of its kind in Ireland; this will ensure we have the best grass seed portfolio in the coming years. The second is this, our new seed processing and distribution hub, which enables us to provide a top-class processing and logistical service to the market.” Guest speaker, and respected agricultural industry figure Matt Dempsey, marked the occasion saying “In an increasingly com-

petitive global landscape, our agricultural seed sector needs to differentiate by producing niche crops to exacting standards. I am delighted to be here to recognise the significant investment that has been made by both Seedtech and DLF, to ensure

that these standards are met with precision. Their impressive facilities in grass and arable seed research, along with this new best in class seed processing hub, plays a vital role in ensuring we continue to move forward in this critical area for Irish agri-

culture.” This new plant features the most sophisticated, technically advanced machinery available for seed processing. Its specification has been engineered to also allow Seedtech to process high value grains for the expanding

food and beverage industry; enabling further diversification within the seed sector. The facility is now fully operational for the 2017 harvesting period and will service both Seedtech and DLF customers immediately.

Nigel Whyte, Seedtech; Paul Flanagan, GM DLF; Roy Power, Seedtech MD; Matt Dempsey, Chairman of the Irish Farmers Journal (guest speaker); Tim O'Donovan Seedtech and Grace O'Dwyer Seedtech & DLF.

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Teagasc DAIRYING Keeping grass right It is important to keep a strong focus on maintaining grass quality through the Summer months. This is the time of year when grass gets out of control on many farms and production suffers. However, you must aim to have the right grass ahead of the cows. By doing this, herd performance will stay high. For those who measure grass this is 1,400kg DM/ha of leafy grass. Almost every farm has a pigtail stake. If you can’t see the crossbar on the pigtail stake when you place this in the grass cows are grazing (ignore the dung pats), then grass is too stemmy to be grazed. Cows perform poorly when on this stemmy grass. They also find it harder to graze, and therefore, their grass intake drops. Milk protein production suffers the most when grass quality is poor. Often milk protein content falls by 0.1-0.2% during mid-season months. This will result in a lower milk cheque. Feeding more meal will not fix milk protein when cows are grazing poor quality grass. So put this stemmy/poor quality grass into bales. It will be valuable feed for the winter period. Peak growth rates and optimum stocking rates Very high grass growth rates over recent weeks have prompted some queries as to whether grazing stocking rates could be increased to make better use of peak grass growth. While closing extra area for main crop silage to match growth and demand is a good option in the short term, the consequences of carrying extra cows to increase stocking rate needs to be considered over the longer term.There are a number of factors that complicate defining the optimum stocking rate for an individual farm.The most important of these is probably annual grass production per hectare, because it defines the feed available per cow

within the system. Total forage intake (grass plus silage) for a standard 550kg cow yielding 440kg milk solids is approximately 4.7t DM/annum, or 5.5t DM equivalent grass growth (to account for losses). Farms with low annual growth (9.0 tonnes DM/ha) will support stocking rates less than 1.7LU/ha, while high growth rate farms (14.0+ tonnes DM) are capable of carrying approximately 2.6LU/ha. Pushing annual stocking rates beyond the growth capacity of a farm can be very expensive. For example, it is estimated that for a herd making little or no silage surplus, the purchased feed bill will almost double by increasing cow numbers by 20%. If base milk is less than 30 cent per litre, it leaves very little margin for the extra milk after additional overhead costs per cow are paid. The focus should be on growing more feed per hectare and stocking the farm to balance annual grass growth, not just for the high growth months. Remember, ‘surplus’ bales are only surplus if you don’t need them yourself for next winter. Make savings on purchased feed this month The next four-to-six weeks is an important time to target savings on concentrate feed. Cows have passed peak milk production, body condition is stable and beginning to rise, and the majority of the herd are hopefully back in calf. With good grazing management, herd average milk yields of 23 to 25 litres can be supported on grass only. There may be some cows (late calvers etc.) yielding well above this level but it does not make economic sense to feed supplement to all cows to cater for this small percentage of the herd. Examine your herd average milk yield at this point - could this be achieved on a grass only diet? The key grass management techniques (weekly grass covers, removing surpluses as bales etc.) should be in place to ensure high quality grass. Remember, if you see a

noticeable lift in milk yield and protein when cows move to silage after-grass, then grass quality on your paddocks is lacking. A typical 100-cow herd could save €2,500 €3,000 this month by pushing for high quality grass and removing the 1-2kg concentrate per day fed as a habit in the parlour. Mature cow weight - what can it tell you? The weight of mature cows in your herd is a very useful figure to know but we often end up working with estimates rather than actual data. Mid-late July is a good time to take some measurements – weighing a representative sample of 25-30% cows in third lactation or higher is sufficient. Some useful rules of thumb: • heifers should be 30%, 60%, and 90% of mature weight at six months, bulling, and calving; • the herd should be producing 80-82% of mature bodyweight as milk solids; and, • dry cows require 2% of bodyweight as a daily feed allowance. You can also calculate efficiency measures like grass utilised and comparative stocking rate more accurately. So, for example if your mature cows weigh 580kg then heifers should be 175kg, 345kg and 520kg at six months, bulling and calving respectively; your herd should be producing 460kg milk solids on a high grass diet; and your cows require 11.5kg DM during the dry period. Don’t ignore a Summer SCC rise Despite an annual improvement in the monthly SCC of milk recording herds over the last few years, we still consistently see herd SCCs starting to rise from early Summer. It then usually continues to creep up for the rest of the year. It is likely that the same pattern is happening with your bulk tank SCC. Is your bulk tank SCC starting to creep up slightly? If

so, don’t ignore it. It may be because the number of infected quarters in your herd is starting to increase a little, which in turn can lead to more infected quarters, and so on. High herd SCC in late lactation is generally because of spread of infection during the Summer, not ‘just late lactation’. Don’t assume that small bulk tank SCC increases during the Summer will ‘settle down’- act now, and set your herd up for late lactation, with minimal mastitis infections and maximum milk production. Identify problem cows by milk recording the whole herd now, and identify any high SCC cows, i.e., where SCC is >200,000cells/ml. 1. High SCC cows should be marked and milked last to minimise disease spread. 2. Discuss a treatment plan with your vet: while treatment may appear to be the most logical option, remember that cure rates can range from 20-80% depending on various factors, such as the bacteria involved, the duration of infection and the cow’s lactation number. 3. Remove the source of infection – dry off individual quarters, i.e., simply stop milking it: do not use a dry cow tube. Consider culling if the cow is a repeat offender, i.e., has a high SCC in two consecutive lactations.

IMPORTANT EVENT A Teagasc Sheep Welfare Scheme Information Meeting will take place in the Teagasc Centre, Dungarvan on Monday, July 17th at 7.30 p.m. All of the scheme actions will be discussed: lameness, mineral supplementation, parasite control, scanning and flystrike control by Michael Gottstein,Teagasc sheep specialist, Catriona Foley and Austin Flavin, Teagasc advisers. Clear instructions on how to fill the Scheme Action Record Book and record keeping will be given. All are welcome.

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 10/7/’17 Pictured at the launch of the 2017 Diageo Baileys Champion Cow Competition which takes place at the Virginia Show, Co. Cavan on 23rd August are from left: Kathleen Watson, President IHFA; Robert Murphy head of Baileys Operations Diageo Baileys Global Supply; Martin Tynan General Manager, Glanbia Ireland Virginia; Mary Gaynor Virginia Show Secretary and holding the cow Brendan Smyth, Competition Director.

County Waterford Dairy breeders prepare to compete for €10,000 Prize Fund as Diageo and Glanbia Ireland launch 2017 Baileys Cow ENTRY is now open for local dairy farmers to represent Co. Waterford and compete in the most prestigious, annual dairy livestock contest in Ireland. Fondly known as the ‘All Ireland for dairy cows’, the Diageo Baileys Champion Dairy Cow competition is sponsored by Diageo and its cream supplier Glanbia Ireland and takes place on 23rd August at the Virginia Show Co. Cavan. It carries a prize fund of over €10,000. Cash prizes are available across all categories including a new Junior Cow category for cows in their second calf. The top place of Overall Champion attracts a €2,500 prize; followed by €1,000 and €500 for

Reserve Champion and Honourable Mention respectively. Cash prizes will also be awarded for Highest Protein Content, Best EBI and Best Exhibitor-Bred Cow and Best Junior Cow. The popular Best-Heifer-in-Milk category carries a fund of €1,700 with 1st place worth €500. Diageo Ireland’s Head of Corporate & Trade Communications, Hazel Chu said that the event "would once again shine a spotlight on the quality of dairy breeding excellence across the island.” The prizes for EBI and Best Protein emphasise the most profitable factors for both breeding dairy herd replacements and milk production. Martin Tynan General Manager of Glanbia Ireland Virginia

explained. “The Diageo Baileys Champion Cow rewards breeders that combine good conformation in their animals with milk production capability. To be eligible for entry, the cow must first have produced 500kgs of butterfat and protein in a 305-day lactation. Having a cow placed at ‘the Baileys’ is therefore a great endorsement of any herd.” Entry forms are available by calling Brendan Smyth 087-2560952, or by visiting the Virginia Show website www.virginiashow.com/championcow/ Follow the conversation on Twitter @BaileysCow #DiageoBaileysCow. Find us on Facebook at Baileys-Champion-Dairy-Cow

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 24.77 4.18 3.71 1.95 0 601 190 1,200 57 71

South Kilkenny 22.2 4.69 3.85 1.89 2 569 170 1,300 53 83

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Spreading 20 units of CAN after grazing. • Meal taken out, and depends on growth rates if introduced again.

South Kilkenny • Was feeding 4kgs Soya Hulls for five days to build AFC for a week. • Back to 2 Kilos now depending on rainfall.

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Farm Sustainability Report published by Teagasc A NEW sustainability report from Teagasc demonstrates the economic, environmental and social sustainability of Irish farms. The 2015 Sustainability Report is based on data collected as part of the Teagasc 2015 National Farm Survey, and uses this information to quantify the performance of Irish farms over time in a number of areas relevant to agricultural sustainability. A particular advantage of the report is that it links sustainability with farm profitability, demonstrating how the adoption of new technologies and management practices can reduce environmental impacts and increase profitability. The report shows that the most profitable farms tend to have lower agricultural greenhouse gas emissions per unit of milk or meat produced (infographic 1), highlighting the positive impact of the practices promoted through the Teagasc – Bord Bia Carbon Navigator. Similarly, the report shows that the most profitable dairy farms are achieving more milk production for every kg of excess nitrogen applied (infographic 2), illustrating the importance of good farm nutrient management. The report also draws attention to the social sustainability of farms, with indicators relating to quality of life and working conditions, highlighting where farmers may be at risk of isolation, or where the age of farm families is high, indicative of farms where

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READER’S QUERIES Question: I leased out surplus entitlements earlier this year through a newspaper advert. I contacted the agent and all of the paperwork was submitted on time. I have not received payment yet for the entitlements. I contacted the agent in the past few weeks and was told that payment would follow shortly. This letting of entitlements is a first for me. Should I have anything to be worried about? Can you please advise? Answer: If you went through an experienced reputable agent then you should have little to worry about. However, the process could have been explained a little better for you. In general it can take anything between two and three months for the transaction to be formally approved by the DAFM. Once these letters are received and the transfer is official then payment generally follows shortly after.You could contact the agent to advise him when you have received

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Spiderman Homecoming By Bill Tubbritt

Some of the talented musicians, dancers and singers who will stage the Sonas Show in Ballyduff on July 19th in St. Michael's Hall.

Sonas - The next generation of musical talent in Ballyduff THE multi talented junior members of CCÉ Ballyduff will perform at a special show in Ballyduff on Wednesday, July 19th, in St. Michael's Hall. We are very lucky in the branch to have top class musicians, singers and dancers who can take to any stage and present a show of the highest standard. On Wednesday, July 19th, the Summer season will commence with the Sonas Show and we look forward to great night’s entertainment. Bookings for

the show can be made either online at www.thebooleyhouse.com or by phoning the direct booking line (058) 60456 2.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. Lismore Heritage Centre also takes bookings at (058) 54975. For further information on The Sonas Show and The Booley House Show, which begins it's Summer season on July 26th, email theboolyhouse@gmail.com or talk to Thomas Hyland at (086) 8208242.

The Pioneers (Baker Street Plus) will play in Merry's for The Dungarvan Singers Club OVER the past 8 or so years, there has been a marvellous folk/rock band performing regularly at the Marine Bar. This is Baker Street composed of Ken Horne and Eelco Beckers. They have been very popular, consistently drawing good crowds and appreciative responses from their rapidly-growing fanbase. They also perform regularly at Merry's Bar and Restaurant, Lr. Main street, Dungarvan, so will be no strangers to the venue for their upcoming début at The Dungarvan Singers Club. REMEMBER: Dungarvan Singers Club

proudly presents the Pioneers bluegrass/Americana/Folk Band – Ken Horne (Vocals / Guitar); Eelco Beckers (Mandolin / Vocals); Allie Price (Fiddle / Vocals); Sean Feery (Double Bass) – Merry's Bar / Restaurant (great food: have a meal upstairs first), Lower Main St., Dungarvan, Co. Waterford – Wednesday, July 19th at 9.00 p.m. sharp. Thanks for generous sponsorship to Kelly's Pharmacy. All offers of sponsorship generously accepted. Support live music.

Youghal Little Theatre - “The Two Loves of Gabriel Foley” GABRIEL Foley found his true love and Youghal Little Theatre enjoyed one of its most successful productions of recent years. On behalf of Youghal Little Theatre we would like to sincerely thank everybody who helped in any way to stage “The Two Loves of Gabriel Foley” over four nights at the magnificent Youghal Mall Arts Centre. We were very honoured and delighted to have among our audience on the final night the author of our play, Jimmy Keary. We would especially like thank our fantastic audiences each night, our sponsors, our brilliant cast and director Helena Sloane, our hard working committee who have been working behind the scenes for months to bring everything together, MC’s, Liam McCarthy & Jim Morey, Sound & Lighting, Jeremy & Michael

Briers, make - up & continuity, Helena Sloane, Robyn Gallogley & Niamh Kilcawley, Set Construction Dan & Brian Sexton, our wonderful front of house team, and Patricia Kennefick, Set Designer & Stage Manager. We would like to especially thank Cree’s Card Shop (Cree & Brian Fitzgerald & staff) for selling our tickets, which is

much appreciated.We would also like to thank Yew Wood Venues (especially Sinead Goggin & Kevin O'Leary) for all of their assistance. This was a top class performance well done to all concerned, and no doubt we will be having many more productions from this very talented group in the not too distant future.

THE Marvel cinematic universe is showing no signs of slowing down in this their sixteenth movie and second reboot of the Spiderman franchise. The film is directed by Jon Watts and stars Tom Holland as Spiderman and Michael Keaton as Adrian Toomes / Vulture, Robert Downey Jr. does reprise his role as Tony Stark / Iron Man for this movie but doesn’t overstay his screen time as many feared he would as this is definitely a standalone Spiderman movie. Other cast members include Marisa Tomei as Aunt May and Laura Harrier as Liz. This movie carriers on from Tom Holland’s debut as Spiderman in Captain American Civil War.Tony Stark is seeing thanking him for his help and promises to call him again when the Avengers need his assistance. As the months go on that call never comes and Spiderman consigns himself to stopping petty crimes around the Queens New York area. When he comes across Tomes and almost dies, things change for young Peter as the stakes have just got higher with the introduction of the Vulture and his gang of criminals with secret stolen hi-tech alien equipment. This movie really is a refreshing change to the previous Spiderman movies, this time it is assumed we all know how Peter was bitten by a spider, blaming himself for Uncle Ben’s death and all that stuff. This time we join Peter as he is learning to juggle his school responsibilities along with trying to become a super hero. I feel they got the balance of action and comedy just right as there are lots

of one-liners and references to other movies which are funny. Tom Holland is excellent as Spiderman; he brings a totally new feel to the character as Peter is portrayed as innocent and naïve. Michael Keaton as the villain of the piece also does a fine job in this very fine movie. 5/5.

Despicable Me 3 By Claire Naughton TÁ drochdhuine nua sa scannán Despicable Mé 3 “Baltazar Bratt”; gasúr réaltachta óna 80idí atá ag iarraidh díoltas a bhaint amach ar an domhan mar cuireadh a sheó teilifíse cáiliúil ar ceal. Spreagtha óna theaghlach uchtaigh; Margo (Miranda Cosgrave), Edith agus Anges tá Gru (Steve Carrell) tar éis a shaol coiriúlachat a fhágáil taobh thiar de ina ionad tá sé ag obair taobh le taobh lena bheanchéile nua Lucy (Kristen Wiig) mar gníomhaire i gcoinne na drochdhaoine. Ní tuisce d’fhulaing sé go huafásach ina shaol ghairmiúla, cuireadh a shaol phearsanta bunoscionn chomh maith nuair a bhuaileann sé lena dheartháir anaithnid Dru.Tugann sé cuireadh dóibh cuairt a thabhairt dá bhaile dúcháis “Freedonia”. Oibríonn an beirt acu le chéile chun stop a chur le Baltazar Bratt. Cé nach bhfuil ról lárnach acu i bplota an scannáin ach ar ndóigh feictear na Minions ionúine; Bob, Stuart, Kevin agus an Crú atá tar éis croí na ndaoine a mhealladh. B’fhéidir gurbh é an fáth le seo ná go bhfuil Universal ag obair ar scannán iomlán dírithe ar na Minions. Tá an plota simplí agus uilíoch ach níl mórán téagar sa scannán mar shampla feicimid Lucy ag streachailt ina ról nua mar leasmháthair agus Agnes atá dúghafa le aonbheannach fíor a fháil ach faoi dheireadh an scannáin níl mórán réitithe. Ní é an scannán is fearr sa tríológ é ach is scannán taithneamhach é do pháistí agus tá roinnt scéalta grinn curtha isteach ann chun tuisimitheoirí a choinneál

sásta. Thit an domhan i ngrá leis na créatúir bheaga, buí i 2010 agus is léir go bhfuil sin go leor chun duine a mhealladh chun an scannán a feiceáil. Ar deireadh is scannán a bhfuil an-ghean ag daoine air mar sin mholfainn dul chun é a fheiceáil. 4/5.

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Kilmacthomas Viaduct. [Marc Daly]

Film-makers Tour filmed in the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam Special event in SGC Dungarvan featuring a Question and Answer session with the Director (Phil Grabsky) and Renowned Artist Sinead Hehir TUESDAY, 18th JULY AT 7.00 P.M. THE show will be introduced and opened by fantastic local artist Sinéad Hehir and will feature an in-house Q&A with award winning director/producer Phil Grabsky. This show is a must for anybody interested in Van Gogh or art in general. Phil Grabsky paints a picture of the Artist like never before, framing each shot of each piece that fully immerses you in Van Gogh’s style and brush stroke. With great detail of the behind the scenes work that is involved in creating the perfect exhibition, from the colour they paint the walls, to how they decide where each painting hangs and why the order is important. Sinéad Hehir is a Dungarvan Artist renowned for her paintings of local landscapes. Sinéad who also teaches Art, Craft & Design in Newtown School graduated from CIT Crawford College of Art & Design Cork, with a BA Honours Degree in Fine Art 2009 garnering the CIT and OPW Purchase Prize Awards respectively, and completed her Higher Diploma with First Class Honours in 2010 gaining the Marshall Hutson Award for Best Art Education Student, achieving the highest result in the year, and also Student of the Year by CIT. Sinéad's inspiration in her work comes from locations in Waterford and surrounding areas in which she uses paint in an exciting and colourful way often portraying a dramatic view of the landscape. An outstanding award winning young artist, Sinead Hehirs work already forms part of important private and corporate collections. Enjoying complete and unprecedented access to the treasures of Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum, this a fresh new film about one of the world’s favourite artists, marking both a major re-hanging of the gallery’s collection and a celebration of the 125th anniversary of Van Gogh’s death. Experience the wonder of seeing these masterpieces on the big screen while specially invited guests, including world-renowned curators and art historians, offer their interpretations and explanations of his work. Beautifully shot and making extensive use of.

THE success of the Waterford Greenway lies in no small part to the fact that if offers something for everyone – locals, visitors, families, cyclists. trekkers, tourists admiring the views or a solitary stroller appreciating the Greenway experience; the Greenway provides pleasure for them all. It is easily accessible, and best of all – it is completely free! On August Bank Holiday Saturday, the Waterford Greenway is offering something extra - and completely different – a unique musical experience that is also accessible and free to all. As part of the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival which will be taking place in the County town during the Bank Holiday weekend, there will be three “pop up” boutique musical performances at various points on the Greenway. The first of these will take place under the bandstand on the Lookout in Dungarvan at 11.00 a.m. when New York based Maeve Gilchrist will give a 15 minute harp recital in that most scenic of settings. Maeve is performing in the

Colin Dunne

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Town Hall Theatre on the previous night in the contemporary theatric musical event “Edges of Light” (see below). Further down the Greenway at 1pm in the Ballyvoile Tunnel, visitors to the Greenway can enjoy a short recital from Finnish viola player Marja Gaynor. As anyone who has walked through the tunnel will know, this atmospheric and magical place offers an other-world charm and should provide incredible acoustics to the sound of the viola. Marja will also be performing “The Piper and the Faerie Queen” as part of Camerata Kilkenny in St Mary’s Church of Ireland, Dungarvan on the following day Sunday August 6th. Another musical treat awaits Greenway travellers at Kilmacthomas, where Riverdance star Colin Dunne and fiddle player Tola Custy from Co. Clare will perform together on the viaduct in Kilmacthomas at 3.00 p.m. This promises a genuine delight for all the senses – the outstanding dancer creating a visual impact on the towering bridge and matching the great sound of the master fiddler; a light Summer breeze to carry the scent of the local wild flowers should all add nicely to the experience. Colin and Tola, together with harpist Maeve Gilchrist and master piper, David Power can be seen performing “Edges of Light” in Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre on Friday August 4th. As part of the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival, the Greenway Sessions are free and accessible to all, and will take place on Bank Holiday Saturday, August 5th. Full details of the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival – including access to on-line ticket sales, AND details of our amazing festival COMPETITION can be found on our website; www.dungarvansummermusicfestival.com Tickets to the concerts can be purchased locally in The Wine Buff (058 24523) and SGC Dungarvan (058 45696). You can also follow the Festival on facebook and twitter.

The Bandstand at the Lookout, Dungarvan

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Maeve Gilchrist

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David Power – the man behind Dungarvan’s Summer Music Festival DUNGARVAN Summer Music Festival is a unique event for the town, presenting three outstanding musical performances with a big line-up of internationally recognised musicians over the August Bank Holiday Weekend. It is the town’s first ever threeday Summer Music Festival lauded as “A festival for lovers of music!” and for the man who has spearheaded the event, Cúl na Sméar native David Power, it has been a labour of love. David, with his wife, Claire, and a small dedicated committee have been working very hard since November to bring this unique three-day Summer Festival to Dungarvan, and it promises to be “a landmark few days in Dungarvan”. David, a professional musician, has brought together a wealth of big names in Irish music and dance for this signature event. “The reaction to date has been phenomenal,” said David. “It is a pleasure to bring the country’s top talent to Dungarvan and we are very thankful to all our sponsors and supporters who have worked with us and made it possible.” While he holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Waterford

Institute of Technology and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Primary Education from Mary Immaculate College, Limerick, music has always been his passion - playing the uilleann pipes since he was nine years of age. It is only in the last two years that he has gone professional – a decision which was not taken lightly, as David insists, earning a living as a musician is not easy, but he is contented that playing the uilleann pipes is what he does best. He lists various influences when he took piping lessons as a youngster, including Tommy Kearney, Jimmy O’Brien-Moran, and Willie Reynolds, among others. It was in 1992 when he won the Senior All-Ireland piping championship and the Oireachtas piping competition, going on to represent Ireland the following year at the Lorient Inter-Celtic Festival. David was also a member of Liam Clancy’s Fairweather Band in the early ’90s and was part of the group ‘Gorumna’ who toured Europe and Asia later in the ’90s. After moving to the US in 2003, David played the pipes in an off-Broadway production of

Roger Gillen’s Love’s Pure Light, recorded pipes and whistle music for the Irish Repertory Theatre’s staging of ‘The Field’ and was a member of the cast of the 2005 Broadway production of Eugene O’Neill’s ‘A Touch of the Poet’, starring Gabriel Byrne in which he directed, recorded and performed all music for the show. David has also released a number of solo recordings. He has performed at the Sydney Opera House, while also performed with poets Seamus Heaney, Michael Davitt, Kerry Hardie, Dermot Bolger, Maighread Medbh, Grace Wells, Clodagh Beresford-Dunne, Doireann ní Ghríofa, Thomas McCarthy and Tess Barry. In more recent times, David participated in Uachtarán na hÉireann’s ‘Glaoch’ which was broadcast worldwide to mark St. Patrick’s Day, 2013; and formed the Pipers Union with Ciarán Somers and Donal Clancy. Dungarvan Summer Music Festival kicks-off on Friday, 4th August, with the theatrical music performance ‘Edges of Light’ at the Townhall Theatre, Dungarvan, featuring Riverdance star, Colin Dunne, fiddler Tola Custy, harpist Maeve Gilchrist

CROTTY’S INN and David Power on the uilleann pipes. Throughout Saturday, there will be free performances along the Waterford Greenway called ‘The Greenway Sessions’ while later that evening, the main event will be the star-studded ‘Masters of Tradition’ at SGC Dungarvan, featuring Maighread and Tríona Ní Domhnaill, Martin Hayes, David Power and Dennis Cahill. The festival’s finale on the Sunday will be the ‘The Piper and the Faerie Queen’ featuring Camerata Kilkenny with David Power. For more information and tickets, check out their website www.dungarvansummer musicfestival.com, or find them on Twitter / Facebook.

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THERE is no doubt that Dungarvan is looking nothing short of superb just now, especially on those many days when the sun has shone this year. From the Lookout to Abbeyside Church, from Quanns to Walton Park, with Grattan Square in the middle, it is a pleasure to walk around the streets encountering little islands of colour in the streetside tubs and the hanging baskets which overflow with a rainbow of bedding of every hue. One of the most remarkable little oases is the Shandon Roundabout beside The Park Hotel. The colour scheme is superb with all of the plants in serried file, an impressive sight for the traffic which passes daily. Credit for the improvement in the Summer streetscape must go back as far at the early ’Eighties and the arrival of the new County Manager, Dan Hurley. He immediately set about beautifying the town and wider county and, with the willing support of the then Town Clerk, Bertie White they organised a planting programme with a nursery to provide Spring, Summer and Winter bedding with trees and shrubs to fill the bigger gaps.

The mention of Bertie White who served with the Town Council for almost forty years from the 5th October, 1959, reminds me of the story he told me of his arrival. There were two memorable happenings in Dungarvan on 5th October that year. Bertie White arrived in town to become the first ever Rate Collector, having left Midleton Urban District Council to take up the new post. At least he was supposed to start that Monday morning, but as

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Waterford had won their second Senior Hurling All-Ireland title the previous day, no one was very interested in work and Bertie’s official arrival was deferred until Tuesday. We have to wonder if we will have a similar deferral of work next September. While the improvement in the streetscape meant a cleaner and brighter town for our visitors, the officials and Council pointed out that first and foremost it was for the people of the town to enjoy, to lift our

spirits and enhance pride in our native or adopted place. Central to that planting initiative were Phyllis Davis who arrived to Dungarvan in the early ’Eighties as the first Town Gardener and Paddy Flynn who had an encyclopaedic knowledge of flowers and shrubs, sprouting seeds, growing and planting and tending them. From meeting him in those Urban Council days, I have to credit him for anything I know about successful gardening. There is no doubt that people

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have a greater appreciation of the beauty of the town and Abbeyside these days and there can be nothing more pleasant than taking a walk on a Summer’s day – or indeed any day – from Abbeyside Church to Quanns and, with or without the tide, to enjoy the view to the sea and the boats bobbing at anchor or lying lazily on their sides “Where the Cunnigar’s sleeping, ’neath hills dear to me.” As Mai O’Higgins famously wrote. Ah, bliss!

Clean-up LAST year we featured the volunteers at St. Mary's Church of Ireland who are slowly getting the Old Graveyard (Dungarvan) back into a presentable fashion. Assistance would always be welcome, so if you have a mind to, why not join the group who meet at 7.00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings in the Church car park. All are welcome, especially those with an interest in gardening. Any queries can be directed to Gary 086 259 2459.

A concert to remember! PEOPLE may not be aware more than six decades on that Dungarvan was the second branch of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann to be founded in

the country. This reflected the long history of interest and activity in our culture in the town and district, which survives and thrives to this

The inimitable Alice Fitzgerald who has sung on stages across the world and who will be Bean a’ Tí for the major concert in Lawlors Hotel tonight (Wednesday).

day. However, after decades of hectic activity and participation in local and national events, the club began to wane with set dancing becoming one of the few activities to keep interest alive. In recent times, the officerships changed hands and the new incumbents are setting out on a road of revival and an expansion of their activities. So, a new officer board has taken up the reins of leadership with the long-serving and immensely talented, Alice Fitzgerald at the helm as Cathaoirleach; with Deirdre Clancy as Secretary and Moll Shields as Treasurer. Conscious that there were many fine musicians, singers and dancers in Dungarvan Comhaltas over the years, household names in their day and still making an occasional appearance, Alice suggested a concert which would feature artists of the past and artists of the present. “I thought the best shop-window we could have would be to put on a concert,” says Alice, “and the notion of ‘handing on the tradition’ came to me. Speaking to one of the very active people of the moment, Martin Mannion, he told me that he had learned his music listening to Mickey Dalton, Sean Fitzgerald, Ned Keane,

Nickey Power, Gusty Carey and Mick Connery, legendary musicians of their day – and still are, though not as well known.” These are musicians who have always played for the sheer love and enjoyment of it, rarely in competition and with precious little financial reward. So, ‘Handing it Down’, the concert where the torch will be passed was conceived and the results will be on show tonight (Wednesday 12th) in Lawlors Hotel commencing at 8.00 p.m. (Adm. €10). “Past and present members of the Branch will be taking part,” says an enthusiastic Alice, who, along with her duties as Bean a’ Tí will also be giving voice to a couple of appropriate songs from her extensive repertoire. “Naturally, we will have the younger generation as well,” she says, “they are highly talented and the hope of the future. There will even be families of three generations taking part. They have learned their skills from the previous generations and will be the vehicle for carrying our culture into the future. In their hands it will be safe as people will discover again tonight.” Among the young faces will be the Collerans; the O Murchu family; the

Moores; the Mannions, Abbie Fitzpatrick; the Burkes, Caitlin Power and Jake, a third generation of Alice’s family; Katie Halpin and John Joe Brockie from historic Ardmore; Mickey Dalton’s son Paddy with his children Orla and Niall. Also coming are the Clancys from Stradbally, the Old Rogues Group and the Dungarvan Comhaltas Set Dancers in the company of the everyouthful John Creed who has lost none of his legendary dancing skills whether it be traditional or ballroom. If I haven’t captured all the names, please forgive me, it is a formidable cast and will be a challenge to the Stage Manager. In between the ages is four times national Champion Flute player, Mattie Fahey who will bring his own magic. Like any good scientific experiment when complementary elements meet, when the youthful meet the legendary, there will be a reaction which will produce what should be a very memorable occasion. It is an event to be at, but while it represents the changing of the guard, do not write off the previous generation who will be refreshed and revitalised and re-inspired to continue what they have been doing so well for most of their lives.

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22nd Annual Doocey’s Bar Ballymacarbry 5 THE 22nd Annual Doocey’s Bar sponsored Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race which is race 9 of the summer series will be held on Friday, July 21st at 7.30 p.m. This race attracts a great crowd and this year again it will be an out and back course along the Nire

Some of the young athletes who competed in the West Waterford AC club championships.

Road. The entries will be taken at the local Community Hall where showers and changing will also be available. The entry fee is the usual €5 pre entry and if you wait till race night it will cost you €8. Prizes in the usual categories.

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Kate Veale wins Rathgormack 5 THE annual Rathgormack 5 miler, race 4 of the Carrick AC series was held last Friday evening. From the field of 62 finishers Noel Murphy Waterford AC was the winner in a time of 27.08. There was a good win for West Waterfrod's Kate Veale in the ladies section when she ran a time of 33.04 finishing 16th overall. A large number of West Waterford athletes travelled to the event and first club runner home

was Ray Hahesy in a very good time of 31.37 to finish 7th overall in the race. The race was race number 4 in the Outfield sports Carrick AC series the final race in this will be the Piltown 10k on Friday, 28th July at 7.30 p.m. Well done to all who travelled to support the event. Ray Hahesy 31.37 Joe Gough 32.11 Kate Veale 33.04

Tom Hogan 33.33 Mark Cliffe 34.10 Micheal Callaghan 34.50 Joe Barry 35.34 Anthony Dwyer 35.41 Johnny Burkin 36.03 Conor Blackwell 37.53 Libby McGinn Murphy 39.01 Onra Power 39.24 Paul Brunnock 40.23 Sharon Higgins 41.17 Paschal Proctor 43.45 Deirdre Clancy 54.26

Finisk Valley AC Some of the young athletes who competed in the West Waterford AC club championships under 9 and 10.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Success at National Championships THE first session of the Irish Life and Health National Juvenile Championships were held in Tullamore last weekend and it was a successful outing for several West Waterford athletes who recorded personal best times and also made it onto the podium. On Saturday we had just two competitors in action Tommy Fennell in the under 14 boys 800m and Lucy Holmes in the under 16 800m. This was the first time that Tommy had qualified for an All Ireland track final. There was a big step up in quality from the Munster championships and in a tough race Tommy finished 9th in 2.25.02. The pace was fast from the start in the under 16 girl’s race with Lucy finishing 8th in a new personal best of 2.24.15 and almost two seconds faster than she ran in the Munster championships. Both will compete next Sunday in the 1,500m which would be their preferred event. BRONZE MEDAL FOR NIALL BLACKWELL IN 3,000M Competing in his final year as a juvenile Niall Blackwell made it one to remember as he won his first individual All-Ireland medal when he finished 3rd in the under 19 3,000m. Niall’s time of 9.03 was a new personal best and a full twelve seconds faster than his winning time in the Munster Championships. Next Sunday Niall will compete in his last championship event the under 19 1,500m and if he carries this form through to the shorter distance he should again be in the shake up for the medals. In the under 16 3,000m Conor Mullaney broke the ten minute barrier for the first time finishing 8th in a time of 9.57. There was a big field in the under 17 boys with eighteen athletes completing the 3,000m race. Cian O’Riordan finished 13th in a time of 9.49.

THE final round of the National Juvenile Athletes Championships for the 14 to 19 age groups were held in Tullamore and the club had one athlete competing. Corey Scanlon was competing in the boys under 12 shot putt. This event should have been held two weeks ago with the 9 to 13 age group. But it was decided to take it forward to last weekend, so that all the shot putt events be held together. Corey took second place in the

Munster championship which qualified him for last weekend where he had a very fine performance to finish in sixth place with a fine putt of 8 metres 20 centimetres. Well done Corey and it will not be too long before you will make a winners return. A couple of weeks ago Corey’s dad Shane had a brilliant day at the Munster Vets Championship taking gold medals in the shot putt and discus. Shane is now looking forward to the National Vets Finals.

Corey Scanlon who took sixth place in the shot putt at the National Juvenile Championships in Tullamore on Saturday last.

Greenway one mile challenge Run one mile as fast as you can THIS is the perfect test of your running ability, the mile is an historic distance, 1.609 metres of pure running indulgence, we have endless opportunities to jog along for hours on end at an easy effort but very few to run as fast as we can over this distance until now. Tuesday, 25th July at 6.30 pm., Greenway car park, Ballinroad and its €3. What can you do for the mile!!!

Kate Killigrew who finished 2nd in the under 15 pole vault at the AllIreland Championships.

Podium finish for Niall Blackwell in the under 19 3000m at the AllIreland Championships.

SILVER FOR KATE KILLIGREW IN POLE VAULT WWAC had two athletes in action in the girls’ pole vaults and both improved on their performances in the Munster championships. In the under 15 event Kate Killigrew improved 8cms and cleared 2m 20 to finish second and win her first All Ireland individual medal on the track. Allanah Kelly also improved by 8cms and equalled her personal best of 2m 50 when finishing fourth in the under 16 pole vault. Newcomer Darragh Curran made his first trip to Tullamore to compete in the under 17 High Jump. Darragh equalled his jump in the Munster championships clearing 1m60 to finish in 4th place. Well done to all our athletes who competed in the Championships. DAY 3 ALL-IRELAND CHAMPIONSHIPS SUNDAY, JULY 16th Tommy Fennell under 14, Lucy Holmes under 16, Cian O’Riordan under 17 and Niall Blackwell under

17 will all compete in the 1,500m. The check in for these events close at 10.30 with the events getting under way at 11.30 Darragh Moynihan has qualified for the under 15 boys Discus at 11 am and Ryan McGrath will compete in the Pole Vault also at 11 am. Diarmuid Harty, Patrick Fitzgerald and Sam O’Neil will compete in the pole vault at 1.30. IRISH VEST FOR PATRICK FITZGERALD The Schools International featuring the best young athletes from Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales takes place in Santry on Saturday. Patrick Fitzgerald is the only Waterford athlete on the Irish team and he will compete in the boy’s pole vault. Best of luck Patrick from all in WWAC. Training continues on Wednesday and Friday at 6 p.m. in the Friary as we prepare for the final event of the track season the Munster B Championships on Saturday, July 29th in Templemore.

Youghal AC 5K OUR near neighbours Youghal AC are hosting a 5k road race on this Thursday, July 13th at 8 pm. Entry is €10 with prizes for the 1st 3 male and female plus age category prizes, race HQ Youghal Community Centre.

Conna 5K ST. CATHERINE'S AC are holding their annual 5k road race and walk on Friday, 4th August at 8.00 pm, entry is €8 with registration at the Community hall in Conna, there are a host of the usual prizes on offer plus plenty of spots and a great cuppa after.

Pardaig Cosgrave pictured on his way out the Cunnigar at the Mooney’s Pub Ras Na Rinne.

AAI National Senior Track and Field entries THE National Senior track and field championships will be held in Santry on Sunday, 22nd and 23rd July. All club entries must be submitted by this Wednesday, July 12th. All club entries please to Jim Fleming 0872891151.

Race Notice THE Alan Everett Woodstown race due to be held on this Friday has been cancelled.

Running Quote EATING is not a commitment, it is just something you do. That's what running is to me.

James Whelan takes the climb in his stride during the Waterford Viking half marathon.

WEST WATERFORD AC

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

MINNIES FIT4LIFE SUMMER RUNNING LEAGUE

Overall prizes awarded as Minnies League comes to an end for 2017 Overall league winner of the 2017 Minnies Fit4life running league Sean Stilwell is pictured with Chairmaine O'Brien Tutty and Jonathan, Calum and Kyle Tutty.

Pictured is Yevgeniy Chizhikov winner of the 3 lap course at the Minnies Fit4life running league included are Kyle and Jonathan Tutty.

Debra Doherty who finished 3rd in the 3 lap course at the Minnies Fit4life running league with her prize.

Calum Tutty presents Eamonn Curran winner of division 3 in the 4 lap course at the Minnies Fit4life running league.

Winner of division 2 of the 4 lap course at the Minnies Fit4life running league David Towey with his prize.

Calum Tutty presents runner-up of the division 1 pf the 2 lap course James Casey with his prize at the Minnies Fit4life running league. Included are Kyle Tutty and Chairmaine O'Brien-Tutty.

Brian Byrne who finished overall runner-up at the Minnies Fit4life running league with his prize.

THE very popular Minnes League has concluded for 2017. The sixth and final night took place in the Friary Grounds on Wednesday, 7th June after which the prizes for the league were presented. Our club and the local population in general are so lucky to have the use of such a facility right on our door-step and we as a club are so fortunate to have the use of it for our Juvenile training and indeed for the many senior club leagues held there over the year. Also, thanks once again to the O'Brien family of Minnie's for coming on-board again this year as sponsors. Charmaine, Calum, Jonathan and Kyle were on hand to present the prizes on behalf of our generous sponsors, Minnies Bar. ONE LAP LEAGUE The one lap league was dominated by Eammon Cashin who finished first on each of the 5 nights he ran. He finished on the minimum 5 points. Eammon recorded his best time of 7.09 in week 4. Second in the league on 12 points went to one of the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s juvenile members, Ciaran Frisby. Ciaran saved his best run to the last night when he recorded a time of 7.22.

TWO LAP LEAGUE Maria White was a clear winner of the 2 lap league finishing on the minimum 5 points after 5 first place finishes. Maria was in great form all through the league recording consistantly good times. Her best time was the 16.08 that she recorded on week 4. Second place went to James Casey on 9 points with 4 second place and 1 first place finish, James' best run came in week 5 when he recorded a time of 16.43. The Division 2 winner was Roisin Heylin on 43 points. Roisin recorded her best time on week 1 with a time of 23.34 THREE LAP LEAGUE The 3 lap league was won by Yevgeniy Chizikov on 9 points. Yev recorded 1 first place and 4 second place finishes. His best time was 22.31 which he recorded in week 2. Second place went to Debra Doherty on 28 points. Debra had her best run in week 4 when she recorded a time of 28.56. Division 2 was a close contest with Joanne Leahy on 50 points just pipping Amanda Mansfield on 52. Joannne's best time during the league was 32.48.

FOUR LAP LEAGUE The 4 lap league had a very deserving winner in Sean Stilwell. Sean was in excellent form and finished on the minimum 5 points. Sean had some really excellent runs during the league with his best time being an amazing 26.21. Second place went to Brian Byrne on 11 ponts who just pippped Mossie Keogh who finished up on 14. Both men recorded some super runs with Brian's best being 27.06 while Mossie recorded a best of 27.35. Division 2 was won by David Towey on 31 points just piping Ray Hahesy on 34 points. David had a best time during the league of 31.29. Eamon Curran was the Division 3 winner on 59 points with his best time being the 36.35 he ran in week 5. THANKS Thanks to the St. Augustineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College for permitting the league to be held on their grounds. Many thanks to our ongoing league sponsor Pat O'Brien of Minnie's Bar, Abbeyside, and, of course, to all the crew who helped with the smooth running of the league especially Ray, Shirley, James, Ann and Tom. Thanks so much.

Chairmaine O'Brien Tutty presents winner of the 2 lap course at the Minnies Fit4life running league Maria White. Included is Kyle Tutty.

Kyle Tutty presents Roisin Heylin winner of division 2 of the 2 lap course at the Minnies Fit4life running league with her prize.

Calum Tutty presents Joanne Leahy runner up in division 2 of the 3 lap league with her prize at the Minnies Fit4life running league.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

WEST WATERFORD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. info@westwaterfordgolf.com

www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Competition Sat/Sun July 8th/9th 18 Hole Stableford: 1st: Stephen Murphy (19) 43 pts, 2nd: Luke Cummins (2) 42 pts, Gross: Daniel Burke (6) 35 pts gross, 3rd: Owen O’Keeffe (10) 41pts b9. CSS: Sat & Sun 37 pts. Tuesday Treats – 4th July - 9 hole sfd. Cat 1 – 1st: Maurice Daly (18) 19 pts, 2nd: Pat Power (22) 20 pts. Cat 2 – 1st: Sean Drohan (7) 22 pts, 2nd: Richard Ronayne (11) 21 pts. Cat 3 – 1st: Steven Ronayne (18) 16 pts, 2nd: John Power (18) 16 pts. Nearest to the Pin: Tony Condon and Kevin Walsh. Longest Drive: S. Ahearne. Al Eile Stud Open Gents Singles – Wednesday, 5th July: 1st: Darragh Herlihy (2) 39 pts, 2nd: Seamus Lambert (17) 38 pts. Extra Qualifiers: Lanson Kelly (11) 37 pts, Michael Gee (9) 37 pts, Chris Lanigan (8) 36 pts (Williamstown GC). CSS 36 pts. Friday Open 9 Hole – 7th July: Cat A: Aidan Spratt 18 pts, Cat B: Jim Rooney 18 pts. Club Mixed Foursomes – Friday, 7th July 1st: Des Cleary & Ciara Donnelly 48. 2nd: Diarmuid Horgan & Denise Nugent 51. FIXTURES Wednesday, 12th July – Al Eile Open Gents Singles 18 Hole stableford Thurs. 13th/Friday 14th/Sat. 15th – Killeagh GAA Classic Friday, 14th July – 9 Hole Open from 5p.m. Ladies and Gents welcome Sat. 8th /Sun., 9th July – Club Competition 18 hole Stableford SEAMUS POWER MAKES HIS 14th CUT This week Seamus was in action at The Greenbrier Classic which was played at The Old White TPC. Over the four days he carded rounds of 68, 71, 67 and 72. Seamus put himself in contention for a top 20 finish on the PGA Tour thanks to a round of 67 on Saturday. He made six birdies and three bogeys to jump 36 places on the leader-

board to a tie for 20th on four under par. But unfortunately on Sunday his round of 72 (2 over par) saw him finish on 2 under par for the event. He has had a solid rookie season so far which has seen him make the cut in 14 of 20 events. FOURTH CONSECUTIVE IRISH OPEN FOR GARY HURLEY Well done to Gary on his invitation to play in the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open at Portstewart Golf Club last week. This was his fourth consecutive appearance in the Irish Open. He played Fota in 2014, Royal County Down in 2015 and The K Club in 2016. KILLEAGH GAA CLASSIC The 21st Annual Killeagh GAA Classic is being held at West Waterford on July 13th/14th/15th. This will be an Open 3 person team event and the format is a champagne scramble with teams of 3, any combination playing together. There are still a few spaces remaining and you can ring Ray Rochford on 087 233 00 54 to enter your team. There are prizes for 35 teams. OPEN WEEK 2017 Friday, 21st July to Sunday, 30th July It’s that time of year again when we look forward to our annual open week at West Waterford. We have a great variety of events to suit all tastes and we ask members to invite their friends to enjoy the unique atmosphere of playing in West Waterford. Posters and fixture lists for Open Week are available at the office. WEST WATERFORD AND AN GHAELTACHT JOIN FORCES Friday, June 30th saw the launch of our new initiative to promote the Irish language and the involvement of Muintir na Gaeltachta and Coláiste na Rinne with West Waterford Golf Club. Micheál O Drisleán was present at the launch and promotional material will be circulated locally and in Ghaeltacht na Rinne. Beidh fáilte romhat in Cumann Gailf Iarthar Phort Láirge agus ma tá an cúpla focal agat bain usáid as.

LISMORE GOLF CLUB Phone 058-54026. lismoregolfclub@eircom.net

www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Sun., 9th July, 18 Hole Singles Stableford Sponsored By Ballyrafter Service Station 1st Sean Buckley (11) 41 pts B9; 2nd Kieran Alcock (14) 41 pts. CSS Sun. 67 (38). Tuesday, 28th May Bacon Result: 1st John McGrath, Craig Scotton, Larry Kiely 35.9 pts; 2nd Paddy O’Leary, Michael McBride, Patrick Curley 37.5 pts Thursdays Seniors Result: 1st Brid Henry, Brendan O'Connell, Pa O'Flaherty. BLACKWATER MOTORS TOP 40 OPEN 12HLS QUALIFIER Please note that this qualifier can be played on any day from Monday to Friday and feel free to invite or encourage friends to participate. Entry €5. Weekly winner is Craig Scotton 32 pts FIXTURES Monday to Friday inclusive. Blackwater Motors Top 40 Open Qualifier. Tuesday, 11th July, Bacon competition at 6 pm. If you’re going to be late please ring ahead and we’ll add you to the last out brigade (058) 54026.

Thursday, 13th July the seniors gather for tee off at 10.30 a.m. Tea or Coffee and always a story post golf. Friday Night Mixed at 6.30, come along for a fun 9 holes, tea, brack agus craic. Entry €3. STORY OF THE WEEK Sean Buckley the man from Ballynoe, not Conna as incorrectly reported here recently, took the honours this week in a very hotly contested one day competition. He took the premier spot from Kieran Alcock on a superior back nine. Sean was only 4 over for the journey out, with steady golf. The joint manager of the Belvedere Team Marty McNamara played with Sean, and in fairness this seemed to spur him on even more because he came home at 2 over and 22 pts. I'm told the birdie on the 11th should have been a hole in one, if lady luck was up that early in the morning. Your really back to full health now Sean. Kieran Alcock had the dream start with a birdie on the first and coupled that with nice golf to be only 3 over for a total of 22 pts for the front nine. If only we

FRIDAY OPEN 9 HOLE COMPETITION Our Friday 9 hole competition is now up and running and is being very well supported. This competition is open to ladies and gents and can be played any time during the day subject to booking. CLUB SINGLES SPONSORED BY PAT MURPHY We have a large entry for this competition and players are advised to complete preliminary rounds by July 2nd. First rounds must be completed by 16th July. CLUB FOURBALL SPONSORED BY QUINLAN BUTCHERS We have now reached the quarter final stage in the Club Fourball and we wish to thank the players for their cooperation to date. Keep up the good work and keep an eye on the dates for completion of the next round. CLUB FOURSOMES SPONSORED BY PAT GEANEY (THE LAWNMOWER MAN) Owing to a very busy fixture list we have decided to defer the Club Foursomes to a later date. Watch this space for updates. BELVEDERE TROPHY West Waterford will play Lismore in the county semi final. The first leg will be at Lismore Golf Club on Monday, 17th July. CARE FOR THE COURSE Our course is currently in exceptionally good condition thanks to the efforts of our course staff and regular volunteers. We would ask all members to repair pitch marks and to use the sand provided, to repair divots on tee boxes especially the Par 3’s. SUPER SUNSHINE RAFFLE Fancy 5 nights for 2 people in The Algarve plus €300 cash. Well it could be you if you buy a ticket in our Sunshine Raffle. Second prize is 2 nights B&B plus dinner for 2 at any of the Flynn Group Hotels. Third prize is dinner for 2 at the Cliff House Hotel Michelin Star Restaurant. We also have 4 additional prizes of €100 cash. Tickets are now on sale at our shop and in the bar and restaurant, also available from committee members. JUNIOR NOTES Junior Competition Results – Tuesday, 4th July Sponsored by Austin Spratt 18 Hole Competition: 1st: Sean Spratt (17) 42 pts, 2nd: Jack Ronayne (30) 41 pts, Best Gross: Simon Kelly (6) 23 Gross, 3rd: Mark Blackwell (36) 37 pts, Best 36: Conall O Ceallaigh 31pts. 13 Hole Competition: 1st: Adam Mulligan (36) 27pts, 2nd: Tadgh Breathnach (36) 25 pts. 9 Hole Competition: 1st: Oisin Ryan (36) 22 pts.

Next Competition – Tuesday, 11th July 10 am sharp. July Golf Camps: Camp 2: Tues. 11th-Fri. 14th. Girls 9 am-10.30 am. Boys 10.30 am-12.00 pm. Camp 3: Wed. 26th-Sat. 29th. Girls 11.00 am-12.30 pm. Boys 1.30 pm-3.00 pm. Cost €25 per pupil. Contact Tim at 086 352 1070 or twmurphy9@gmail.com LADIES NOTES SCHEDULE AMENDMENTS Due to the Intermediate team’s progress and the need to re-schedule the Captain’s Prize to the Ladies, there are some adjustments to the Schedule: Sunday, 9th July – Captain’s Prize to the Ladies. Thursday, 13th July – 18 Hole S/F – sponsored by Joan Ronayne and Nora Flynn. Sunday, 16th or Thursday 20th – 18 Hole Stroke (GOY/Medals) – sponsored by Glanbia Countrylife. Thursday, 10th August – 18 Hole S/F – sponsored by Cass & Co (rescheduled from 13th July). FIXTURES Thursday 13th July - 18 hole S/F sponsored by Joan Ronayne & Nora Flynn. Sunday 16th or Thursday 20th - 18 hole stroke (GOY & Medals) –sponsored by Glanbia Countrylife. Killeagh Classic on Thursday 13th, Friday 14th and Saturday, 15th July. July 9 hole – Stroke (ongoing 2 cards to count) – sponsored by Marie T. Curran. This 9 hole qualifier is a trial for the month of July, see details on noticeboard.

HOLE-IN-ONE! A massive congratulations to Margaret O’Sullivan who got a Hole-inOne, on Thursday, 29th July, on the 4th Hole during a club competition sponsored by the Wine Buff. She was accompanied by Marie T. Curran and Richie Queally and was ecstatic upon reaching the 4th to find her ball in the hole. Well done Margaret. JUNIORS Delighted to see our Junior Girls out on the fairway competing in the junior competition on Tuesday last. All the girls played well and all had successes in various holes but our winner on the day was Aoibhinn Donnelly. The girls had a great time and had presentation afterwards. Next week's competition is at 11.00 a.m. and will be supervised by lady members. So come along and join in and bring your friends and visitors along. CLUB MIXED FOURSOMES On Friday night last our Club Mixed Foursomes was held. A good crowd of both men and women turned up to compete with some great pairings out there trying to knock Ciara Donnelly and Des Cleary off their title from last year. We tried hard but Ciara and Des managed to hold the title for another year. Well done to you both. A most enjoyable evening was had. OPEN WEEK Friday 21st to Sunday, 30th July Thursday, 27th July – Open Week 3 person rumble kindly sponsored by Murrays Pharmacy. Presentation of all outstanding prizes will be held on Thursday, 27th July, as well as the prizes from the 3 person rumble that day sponsored by Murray's Pharmacy.

Michael Sheehan from the Wine Buff will be there too so try and make the effort to come along. MNÁ EILE QUALIFIERS FOR JULY 1st Betty Joyce (12) (Lismore GC) 43 pts. (on countback); 2nd Una Mulligan (36) (West Waterford GC) 43 pts. (already qualified); Deirdre Ruane (18) (West Waterford GC) 40 pts. (already qualified); Claire Fanning (34) (Faithlegg GC) 40 pts.; Catherine Ruane (36) (West Waterford GC) 39 pts.; Eleanor Murnaghan (21) (West Waterford GC) 37 pts.; Mary Clancy (14) (Gold Coast GC) 36 pts.; Aisling Fennell (8) (West Waterford GC) 36 pts.; Mary Donnelly (19) (West Waterford GC) 36 pts.; Phil Kelly (24) (West Waterford GC) 35 pts.; Phil Whyte (22) (Slievenamon GC) 35 pts.; Stella Kinsella (35) (West Waterford GC) 35 pts.; June Whyte (16) (West Waterford GC) 35 pts.; Pat Tilson (19) (Faithlegg GC) 35 pts. Captain Pat Power’s Prize to the Ladies was held on Sunday last. The weather was fabulous as was the scoring on the day. Captain’s Prize to the Ladies – 18 Hole Stroke: 1st Deirdre Ruane (18) 64 pts.; 2nd Margaret O’Sullivan (22) 67 pts. (on countback); Gross: June Whyte (16) 23 gross pts.; 3rd Una Mulligan (33) 67 pts. Cat. A (0-23): Mary Lou Carroll (20) 70 pts. Cat. B (24-29): San Power Culley (26) 68 pts.; Cat. C (30-36): Mary Herlihy (36) 68 pts. Amazing scoring ladies well done to all. EILEEN MURPHY FOURSOMES QUALIFIER Eileen Murphy Foursomes Qualifier – on for the month of July and winning pair will represent the West Waterford Golf Club at Cork Golf Club on Monday, 4th September – details on notice board.

could mirror our game for the back nine in this situation. That why we love the game. Being only 6 over for the back nine meant Kieran took the second prize with 19pts. Well done to the winners and to all who played in the best of conditions. CAPTAIN’S PRIZE Captain Tom O’Donovan will be hosting his Captain’s Prize on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th next. There is no qualifying round. It will be an 18 hole stroke competition. Entry is €15. The time sheets are up in the Gents Locker room so please make every effort to get your name down at a time that suits you ASAP. There will not be a draw for partners so you can play the game with whom ever you want. Please support Tom OPEN QUALIFIER INFO Our weekly Open 12hls Qualifier continues to attract a good number each week. We appeal to all our members to make an effort to invite a visitor to play with you. Note that the competition can now be played on any day from Monday to Friday inclusive. The top 40 players at the end of September will play in a final 18 hls Singles Stableford. PRESENTATION OF WEEKLY PRIZES On Tuesday last we had an evening of prize giving to the talented winners over the last 3 months. Captain Tom O’Donovan opened the proceedings with a grateful thanks for the big attendance. He stressed that the continued support of our sponsors was a huge contributing factor in the quality of prizes and the success of our weekly competitions. When you couple this with the continued rise in members who are playing in the competitions he said our future is more

assured. Tom asked all present to support the following sponsors when you can. David Hayes, Denn Feeds Cappoquin, Cork Oil Company, David Quinlan Motor Repairs Tallow, Geaney and O'Neill Tallow, Austin O'Brien Antiques Tallow, O'Keeffe Sawmills Lismore, Allrounder Sports Shop Dungarvan, Councillor Declan Doocey, Dermot O'Leary Agri Ltd., Muckleys Jewellers, Chadwick s Midleton. LISMORE SOCCER CLUB CLASSIC The Annual Lismore Soccer Club Classic is held with great success each year due to the organising skills of their committee. Their ability to encourage people to play in an attractive golf format for an array of second to none prizes, is a huge attraction no doubt. They get marvellous weather every year which prompted a local to comment "if your getting married check out when the Soccer Classic is due”. The winners were: 1st Fiona Howard, Dan Howard, Michael Burke 71 pts. 2nd Amanda Power, Helen Leddy, Margret Morrissey 69 pts. 3rd Patricia O'Neill, Billy Flynn, Paddy O'Flynn. Non GUI 1st Gemma Tobin, JoJo Tobin, Shane Bennett 78 pts, 2nd Aidan O'Shea, Alf Barden, Peter O'Regan 60 pts, 3rd Colin O'Rourke, Darren Holland, Declan McElhenney 59 pts. Longest Drive Paul Kennealy and Nearest to pin Frank Keating. BELVEDERE TROPHY Our Belvedere first round return match with the Gold Coast was played at Lismore on Thursday 29th we were grateful that the weather held well for what was an enthralling contest. Urged by a good local following, Lismore won by the same margin we achieved in the

away match, of 3 matches to 2. Well done to Managers, Richie Ormond and Marty McNamara. We now go forward to the next round and at the time of writing we don’t as yet know who that is. GOLFER OF THE YEAR We are three competitions into the quest of crowning our golfer of the year for 2017. The selected G.O.Y. games will now start coming at us thick and fast so the leader board can be expected to change from week to week. At present we have Cappoquin man John McGrath and Ballysaggart’s James Bennett, leading up the early list with 17 pts each. Owen Bennett a distant cousin of James has 11 with the talented Tallow resident Craig Scotton at 10 pts. Lurking off the fairway in the long grass are Ed Aherne, Bill Ronayne and Captain Tom O’Donovan. JUNIOR GOLF NEWS The winning team last Tuesday were Caoibhe McGrath, Karen Carey, David Landers with 26 pts. We are set for the same this week and the weather looks promising so don't forget your sun cream lads please. LISMORE LADIES Due to holidaying "Staff" there was no notes last week, so we have some catching up to do! Sunday, 25th & Wednesday, 28th June we had members prizes (Betty Daly) which was won by Brid Henry with 40 pts and 2nd was Catherine Neville with 39 pts on the B6. The scoring on the golf course has been fantastic in recent weeks and hopefully it will keep going that way with the wonderful weather we have been having. Sun., 2nd & Wed., 5th July - We had a ladies open day, very kindly sponsored by Knockanore Cheese, again the scoring was of a very high calibre.

Taking first spot was Daphne Cahill, Esther Hornibrook and Sheila Denn with 81 pts just one shot ahead of Betty Joyce, Esther Hornibrook and Betty Daly and in 3rd place was Fiona Howard, Patricia Lonergan and Mary Beecher with 78 pts. Great scores Ladies! NB* - The Lady Captain's has been postponed until Saturday 2nd of September - put it in your diaries now ladies. Our very popular Seniors golf is back on Thursdays at 10.30 am. All welcome. Mixed golf back on Friday nights from 6.30 pm - all welcome. The best of luck to our very popular Captain Mr. Tom O'Donovan who has his prize this weekend 15th & 16th July. We hope you have a fantastic weekend. Prize presentation on Sunday night, all welcome. RESULTS Sun 24th & Wed 28th June Members Prize: 1st: Brid Henry (21) 40 pts; 2nd: Catherine Neville (30) 39 pts B6. Sun 2nd & Wed 5th July Ladies Open Day - kindly sponsored by Knockanore Farmhouse Cheese: 1st: Daphne Power (13) Sheila Denn (23) & Esther Hornibrook (32) 81 pts; 2nd: Betty Joyce (12) Esther Hornibrook (32) & Betty Daly (35) 80 pts; 3rd: Fiona Howard (5) Patricia Lonergan (16) & Mary Beecher (25) 78 pts. FIXTURES Sun., 9th & Wed., 12th July - 18 Holes Stroke Medal. All competitions are subject to change so please check the notice board regularly for any changes. Fees now due, please forward all forms and cheques/cash to Mr. John McGrath the club’s registrar.

Pictured at the 2017 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open at Portstewart Golf Club last week supporting Gary Hurley were West Waterford’s Justin Spratt, Esther Quinn and Austin Spratt. Also included in the photo is Michael Moss, Manager of Portstewart Golf Club.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

GOLDCOAST GOLF CLUB You can contact us by phoning

058-44055 Our email address is:

goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com

INTER-CLUB FOURBALL We welcomed Ballykisteen to the Gold Coast for this Munster QuarterFinal match on Sunday morning last. Liam Clancy’s team had qualified by winning out the Waterford section of this competition while Ballykisteen had qualified in the Tipperary section. Ballykisteen got off to a great start and they improved as the rounds went on and eventually beat the Gold Coast by 4 matches to 1. Thanks to everyone who played in this competition and in particular the team manager who has a knack for unearthing new talent for every round. The following team represented the Gold Coast: Frank Waters, Tony Condon, Davy O’Connor, John Queally, Liam Clancy, Des O’Brien, Rafael Alvarez, Peter McArdle, Brendan Coughlan and Leo Wall.

BARTON SHIELD On Saturday next Gold Coast travels to Waterford Castle to play Faithlegg in the first round of the Barton Shield. Martin Murray and Jimmy O’Dwyer are in charge here and hopefully their selection will achieve the desired result. IRISH MIXED FOURSOMES We have now received official notification from the GUI regarding the Munster Semi-finals which will be held in Monkstown Golf Club on Saturday, 5th August. at 9.00 a.m. Adare Manor will play East Cork and at 9.40 a.m. Gold Coast will play Tralee. The final will take place 40 minutes after the second match. MATCH PLAY TOURNAMENTS The Competition Secretary has amended the dates for the various rounds of all the match-play competitions. Players should check with the

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 WITH all the ingredients in place Dungarvan Golf Club are currently hosting a successful Open Fortnight. With superb golfing weather, a wonderful variety of competition and the course in terrific condition, members and visitors are flocking to our club. Feedback is very positive particularly from visitors. More of the same this week as Open week continues for another week and offers an ideal opportunity to bring a friend to sample the Dungarvan Golf Club experience. Some mighty golf was played this week with Sean English, Maurice Fennell, Bob Frizelle, Tom Goodall and Niamh Reynolds all shooting in the forties to win. Niamh continued her fine form to coax her husband John around to win the mixed on Friday. Our winning streak in Munster continues as our JB Carr team put Monkstown to the sword last Wednesday. Defending a three-point lead after the away leg, managers JP and Jimmy didn’t take any chances and put out a very strong team. The team didn’t disappoint and put in a classy performance which was evident from the cheers echoing around the course when Mossie Walsh chipped in on 15, John Norris chipping in on 9 and Pat Stack holing putts from all over the place. Apart from the fourth match all pairings were up early in their games and victory was complete when Mossie & Thomas won on 16 with Martin & Pat winning on 13. Next up for our intrepid team is a two leg Munster semi-final against Ballykisteen. Our Junior team led by Captain Declan Walsh are in action next Wednesday at Cahir when they face Ballykisteen in the Munster Quarter final. The match kicks off at 4pm and we wish our young team the very best of luck. All support will be appreciated.

Also, next Saturday our Barton Shield team led by David Raher are in action at Waterford Castle where we face Youghal. Hopefully we can do the business and have three teams at the Munster Finals at Tralee in August. Our Club Matchplays are in full flow with some interesting matchups. Uncles are playing nephews and fathers are playing sons, all adding to the excitement. The Fourballs and Foresomes are kindly sponsored by one of Dungarvan’s finest hostelries the Lady Belle and the Singles is sponsored by a club member. Players are reminded to play their matches by the due date and post the result in the locker room. Note some dates have been extended due to the involvement of many in the inter club competitions. On Sunday, 16th July the club are holding a fundraiser 9 Hole Scramble shotgun start at 6pm for Senior Cup team who have qualified for Munster Finals in Tralee. Come and enjoy some fun golf and get to meet new people. Members are welcome to bring guests. Please sign up in advance on the system so the draw can be completed and arrive ready to play by 5.45 pm so that you can be directed to the correct hole. Your support is appreciated. To book timesheets please log onto dungarvangolfclub.com. FIXTURES: OPEN FORTNIGHT Dungarvan Golf Club’s popular Open Fortnight continues this week and runs until to Sunday 16th July. There is a magnificent line up of competitions to whet all golfers’ appetites with singles, fourballs, scrambles and rumbles events taking place throughout. We are very grateful as always to our sponsors for their continued support. For remaining events see below and to book online visit

kiosk regarding these dates as the onus is on the players concerned to make sure that all matches are completed in time. FIXTURES Wednesday, 12th July: 9 Holes Singles. Friday, 14th July: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 15th July: Open 18 Holes Stableford Sunday, 16th July: Open 18 Holes Stableford Tuesday, 18th July: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ RESULTS Tuesday, 4th July: Open Seniors, CSS 39 pts. 1st: Brian O’Connor (9) 41 pts. 2nd: Austin Kiely (12) 40 pts. 1st Lady: Margo Condon (27) 34 pts. Wednesday, 5th July: 9 Hole Competition: 1st Gent: David Kiely (20) 19 pts. 1st Lady: Peig Foley (17) 19 pts. Friday, 7th July: Open Singles, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Shane Hanrahan (11) 45 pts. Saturday, 8th July: Half Sub Qualifier, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Fergal Buttimer (16) 39 pts. Sunday, 9th July: Open Singles, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Martin Morris (10) 39 pts. Gross: Lar Whelan (7) 31 pts. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 18 Hole 2 Card Ongoing Competition sponsored by Murray’s Chemist. 9 Hole Qualifying S/F Competition

www.dungarvangolfclub.com Wed 12 Open Gents S/F (Bank of Ireland), 11H Mullinahone Fourball Thu 13 Thursday Open Gents 18H Singles S/F (Dungarvan Nissan) Visitors: €15 Fri 14 Open Gents S/F (Comeragh Oil), 11 H Champagne 3 Person Scramble (D Hayes PGA) Sat 15 Open 2 Person Rumble (Skoda Ryan Motor Power) Sun 16 Open Gents Singles Stroke Festival Trophy (Waterford Crystal) / 9 Holes Scramble Fundraiser 6 pm Golfer of the Fortnight - Sponsored by Noel Devereux (Best four scores in all 18 holes singles competitions converted to stableford points, excluding Festival Trophy). ONLINE BOOKING www.dungarvangolfclub.com Tel. 058 43310 Pro Shop 058 44707. Full catering facilities. GENT’S RESULTS Mon. 3rd Singles: 1 S English (17) 44, 2 D Power (24) 41, Gross P McCarthy (1) Muskerry 39, 3 D Lennon (16) 41, Special 60.com Prize 1 John Moran 39, 2 Mce Cliffe (16) 37. CSS 38. Wed. 5th Mixed Foursomes Moore Financial: 1 J Reynolds (Scr) + N Reynolds (10) 68, 2 J Moran (20) + M Kindregan (20) 69, 3 T Conway (11) + T Baumann (19) 71. Thurs. 6th sponsored by club member: 1 B Frizelle (18) 43, 2 Ml Troy (7) 41, Gross A Thomas (+1) 38, 3 Delcan Hallahan (17) 41, 4 Flor O’Callaghan (19) 39, Best Visitor C Twomey Fermoy (2) 39. CSS 37. Fri. 7th Rumble Gleesons: 1 Denis O’Brien, (18) J Moran (20) C Barry (14) 52, D Henley (6), A Kiely (12), G Flynn (14) 73, 3 T Curran (12) Matt Curran (20) G Nagle (5) 70. Sat. 8th Singles: 1 T Goodall (12) 42, 2 C Treen (12) 41, Gross J Reynolds Scr 37, 3 B Hamilton (4) 41, 4 Frances Power (10) 40. Sun. 9th Champagne Scramble Quality Recycling: 1 B Queally (20) M O’Dwyer (14) L Carroll (18) 108, 2 P Power (21) T Lyons (16) M McNamara (20) 106, 3 M O’Driscoll (13) F Corcoran (19) P. Whelan (12) 103. LADIES RESULTS Mon. 3rd Singles Youngones: 1 A Harhen (29) 37 pts. Team of 4th July Rich Rags: 1 M Kindregan (20), M Condon (20), M Morrissey (23) 71, 2 B Hayes (17) M Fahey (22) B Conway (28) 68. 3rd F Howard (5) Oonagh Mee (20) Rachel Kiely (21) 68 pts. Sat. 8th Interlude Singles: 1 N Reynolds (10) 42, 2 MT O’Neill (34) 40, 3 M O’Brien (18) 39 CSS 39.

Gold Coast Golf Club GCGC Ladies competition kindly sponsored by Quinlan Butchers. From left: Gerardine Hallinan, Lady Captain; Lorraine Troy (2nd); Ruth Hannigan (Winner); Ester McGuckian (3rd) and Gillian Cashman, Lady President. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

every Wednesday (Ladies and Gents). 9 Hole Qualifying S/F Competition every Monday (Ladies) New. Sat-Sun 15-16th July 18 Hole competition sponsored by David Hayes (GOY). Mon., 17th July Open 3 Ball Champagne Scramble. Results: 18 Hole kindly sponsored by Helvick Seafood 1st Lorraine Troy

(23) 44 pts; 2nd Esther McGuckian (14) 42 pts; 3rd Noirin Darcy (29) 37 pts. Open 3 Ball Champagne Scramble takes place on Mon., 17th July, this is a very popular format so we are hoping for a good entry, all members are asked to invite their friends and fellow golfers to take part!! Sheila Norris Singles Match Play and Ladies Club Foursomes: Draw has now being made for above

competitions, please refer to draw sheets for pairings and dates for singles match play. Best of luck to all!! Membership Offers: If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2017 we have the answer, why not join us here at the Gold Coast!! Please contact Bob or Mark on 058-44055 for some very tantalizing deals on offer at the moment for new members.

Dungarvan Golf Club Team of 3 kindly sponsored by Magpie Art. Front L-R: Betty O'Brien, 1st; Kate McNamara, sponsor; Mai O'Brien and Breda McCarthy, 1st. Back L-R: Mairead Ryan and Ger Hallinan, Lady Captain Gold Coast GC 2nd; Bernie Hayes, 3rd; Colette Power, accepting 3rd prize for Shive O'Meara; Christine O'Keeffe, Lady Capain. [Pat Crowley]

Lady Beginners 4th July: 1 Linda Buckley 9 pts, 2nd Ann Curran 6 pts. Next competition 11th July. Summer medal Front 9 June Hayes (23) 20 pts, Back 9 Maeve Carthy (31) 25 pts. Final of Summer Medal Wed., Sept 6th at 5.30 pm remember 5 cards to qualify. SIXTY.COM No 60.com competition on 5th or 12th July due to Open Fortnight. If you are aged 60 or over and you are interested in joining the 60.com we would be delighted to see you. Just turn up any Wednesday at the above starting time. YOUNGONES Date for your diary outing to Waterford Castle Wed., Aug. 16th. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER & INTRODUCTORY RATE FOR U-35’s All of us who play know that Golf offers so much more. Not only is it a hobby for life, it offers a social outlet as well as a healthy lifestyle option. It can be therapeutic as well as fun. New members can avail of a special Introductory Offer of just €300 including one complimentary lesson from our resident Professional David Hayes. Also now the Club are introducing a very attractive joining rate for new U-35 members. Contact Irene Lynch Secretary/Manager on 05843310 or dungarvangc@eircom.net for further details. Offers are for a limited time only. PRO SHOP NEWS As always, our resident PGA pro-

fessional David continues to offer fantastic value to both members and visitors alike. Buy a dozen Titleist golfballs from David and you will receive a poker chip allowing you to enter a Grand Draw for a trip to USA. Buy a Motocaddy S1 electric trolley with a choice of lead or lithium battery and David will give you a Motocaddy Lite series bag FREE. You can now turn your smartphone into a golf GPS system using the golf caddy pro app. Download the app from www.golfcaddyapp/davidhayes/ and you can receive a 15-month subscription for the price of 12 months as well as a FREE 15-day trial. For all other offers and services provided by David log into David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com. JUNIOR NEWS Last week we hosted the Pennant Cup kindly sponsored by Mr. John Lynch. John has sponsored this event for many years and we are truly indebted to him and his fellow sponsors for their generosity in sponsoring junior golf at the club. We had a great turnout for the event and the honours went to Adam Clarke, Ciara Whelan Barrett and Daragh Buckley. Scoring was of the highest calibre with Adam shooting 47 points over 18 holes with Ciara and Daragh both returning 25 points over 9 holes. We remind you that all our junior events are open to non-members so bring a friend or cousin down to play. Our next event of our Summer

season is the All Rounder Trophy taking place on Friday 21st July. The event as always is kindly sponsored by Pearse Moloney from the All Rounder Sports Shop. Congratulations to Sarah Moynihan on winning the Leinster Irish Kids Golf Tour Overall Girls Winner and AJ Hayes for coming 3rd at Mount Juliet last week. Tuition for our beginners and prejuniors continues next Saturday under the watchful eye of PGA club professional and Waterford County coach David Hayes. Girl’s tuition takes place at 2pm followed by the boys at 3pm. All are welcome and equipment is provided. Thanks to Niamh for invaluable assistance. Any enquiries relating to our junior activities at Dungarvan can be directed to Junior Convenor David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. You can also follow us on Facebook. JUNIOR GIRLS GOLF TASTER SESSION Venue: Dungarvan Golf Club Start Date: Wednesday, 5th July every Wednesday for July and August 2017. Cost €5 per session. Time 12 noon to 1 p.m. Equipment provided - Sample chipping, putting and long game. Fun, friendly environment. Why not give it a try! Enjoy some exercise, fresh air and socializing with your friends and family! Girls aged 8 – 17 years are welcome to attend! To book a place contact Irene 058 43310.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

Heartbreak for Waterford ladies in Munster Final MUNSTER SENIOR LADIES FOOTBALL FINAL

Waterford's Aileen Wall tries to get past Kerry's Ciara Murphy during the Munster Ladies Football Senior Final at Mallow. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Kerry …………………..……1-14; Waterford ……………………3-6. KERRY came from a point down with three minutes to play in the Munster Senior Ladies Football Final at Mallow on Saturday last to win by two at the end of an exciting hour of football between two evenly matched sides. The win for the side from the Kingdom means that they have won this championship in three of the last five seasons, but you have to go back further to find their last success at G.A.A. Headquarters while Waterford won their in 2015 in the Intermediate grade. When the two sides met at Fraher Field on a cold, wet and windy day back in May the two sides served up an entertaining contest despite the elements and they did not disappoint here either. The sizeable attendance at the North Cork venue had to wait twelve minutes for the first score of this game as both sets of defences were well on top in the early exchanges.

By this stage the eventual winners were momentarily down to fourteen players as Anna Galvin was flashed a yellow card on eight minutes for a high challenge on Megan Dunford, a challenge which on another day could well have been a straight red. Waterford however with a player advantage were only able to tag on two scores, both points the first from a Maria Delahunty free and three minutes later Michelle Ryan slotted over another from play. Waterford however were unlucky not to have had more on the score board by the time the Southern Gaels player returned to the field as Maria Delahunty saw an early long distance free fall just short and Róisín Tobin was blown for over holding the ball on seventeen minutes when it looked she was going to rattle the net. Kerry hit their first score of the game on sixteen minutes through Sarah Houlihan, which started a run of five scores in a row for the side from the Kingdom as Louise

Ni Mhuircheartaigh put over a brace of scores with Lorraine Scanlon scoring in between and Sarah Houlihan made it 0-5 to 0-2 on twenty three minutes. Six minutes from the break Grainne Kenneally was pulled down in front of the Kerry goal and the Limerick official had no hesitation in awarding Waterford a penalty. Katie Hannon was a change in goal from the published team and she made her way up the entire length of the field and made no mistake in planting the ball into the bottom left hand corner of the goal as she looked to tie the scores 1-2 to 0-5. Amanda Brosnan edged Kerry back in front on twenty six minutes but within sixty seconds the sides were level once more when Maria Delahunty put over a free following a foul on Grainne Kenneally. Kerry had the better of the early exchanges in the second half as Lorraine Scanlon pointed on thirty two minutes before Sarah Houlihan

soon afterwards, and the same player pointed again in controversial circumstances on thirty four minutes when the Limerick referee awarded a free on for what seem to be for Katie Hannon delaying a kick out. HIT THE CROSSBAR Anna Galvin missed a good chance to hit a goal for Kerry before Maria Delahunty hit the crossbar and from the rebound Emma Murray saw her attempted blocked. Waterford drew level with 19 minutes to go when Aileen Wall fist passed across the Kerry goal and Maria Delahunty got a vital touch to draw the side’s level, but Kerry went straight up the field and Sarah Houlihan beat an advancing Katie Hannon. Aoife Murray and Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh swapped scores to keep Kerry three in front. Michelle Ryan made it a two point game and from the subsequent restart Waterford won the ball and when Aoife Murray played in Grainne Kenneally she made no

mistake in finishing to the net to put Waterford in front. Kerry levelled matters on fifty minutes from a Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh free but Maria Delahunty responded in kind five minutes later to put Waterford back in front. DESERVED A DRAW Laura Rogers pointed for Kerry with three minutes to go and if this game was to end like this nobody would have complained as neither side deserved to loose, but in added time, after losing former captain Michelle McGrath with what looked to be an injury, Kerry tagged on a brace of Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh scores in the last two minutes of this game to advance to the All-Ireland quarterfinals. Waterford: Katie Hannon; Kate McGrath, Caoimhe McGrath, Megan Dunford; Dearbhaile Ni hAodha, Karen McGrath, Michelle McGrath; Mairead Wall, Emma Murray; Róisín Tobin, Grainne Kenneally, Katie Murray; Aileen

Wall, Maria Delahunty, Michelle Ryan. Subs: Aoife Murray for Katie Murray (41), Eimear Fennell for Róisín Tobin (45), Rebecca Casey for Michelle McGrath (57). Waterford Scorers: Maria Delahunty 1-3 (0-3f), Katie Hannon (pen), Grainne Kenneally 1-0 each, Michelle Ryan 0-2, Aoife Murray 0-1. Kerry: Laura Fitzgerald; Eilish Lynch, Aislinn Desmond, Aisling Leonard; Denise Hallissey, Ciara Murphy, Caroline Kelly; Lorraine Scanlon, Emma Sherwood; Amanda Brosnan, Anna Galvin, Sarah Leahy; Sarah Houlihan, Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh, Laura Rogers. Sub: Aisling O’Connell for Sarah Leahy (27). Kerry Scorers: Sarah Houlihan 1-4 (0-1f), Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh 0-6 (2f), Lorraine Scanlon 0-2, Amanda Brosnan, Laura Rogers 0-1 each. Referee: Jason Mullins (Limerick).

Waterford's Dearbhaile Ni hAodha tries to get past Kerry's Amanda Brosnan during the Munster Ladies football Senior Final at Mallow.

Waterford's Caoimhe McGrath takes the ball out of defence despite the attention of Kerry's Laura Rogers during the Munster Ladies Football Senior Final at Mallow.

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship

Modeligo maintains unbeaten run Modeligo ………………….. 2-13; Stradbally …………………... 1-7. MODELIGO are the only unbeaten team in the group stage of this year’s Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship. They maintained their winning sequence with a well deserved 0-9 win over Stradbally in a tempestuous second half encounter in Bushy Park last Friday evening. The result of the game was clear at half-time when Conor Prendergast’s charges led by 2-7 to 1-1. A noticeable feature of the first

moiety was that all three goals were scored from the penalty spot. Shane Troy’s efforts found the net in the 10th and in the 29th minutes, the latter after Gavin Dalton was fouled while Christopher Casey pulled one goal back for the Reds on the call of half-time after Stephen Lawlor was impeded in front of the country end goal. From the outset, Modeligo were in the driving seat here and they led by 1-4 to 0-0 at the end if the first quarter. In addition to their first penalty goal by Shane Troy after he was fouled himself, Jamie Troy had opened the scoring with two points

Pictured supporting Modeligo in Bushy Park last Friday evening were John Fitzgerald and his son Cian.

from play and Shane split the posts with a pointed free. Pa Walsh kicked a contender for score of the match before Luke Casey placed Stephen Keane for Stradbally’s opening point. However, Modeligo remained in control throughout the second quarter and further white flags by Shane Troy, 0-2 (1f) and Pa O’Donovan kept the winners in control before the exchange of late half penalties, 2-7 to 1-1 The second half finished level at 0-6 each but Stradbally never came within distance of threatening Modeligo’s unbeaten record. This period of the game was marked by stoppages in play for unsporting behaviour by players from both sides as the very warm conditions took its toll. Modeligo’s Pa O’Donovan saw red on a second yellow card and there were a few more players who were not far off following him to the line. Stradbally’s Ger Power reopened the second half scoring but the winner’s second half substitute Michael Troy negated this with a goal also a possibility. The Reds’ wing back Cormac Gough scored a brace of trademark points either side of Michael Troy’s second point while Christopher Casey and another substitute Keith Hickey traded points to complete the third quarter with Modeligo still in control at 2-10 to 1-5. From this point on, yellow cards were being dished out to both sides between point trading by Pat Fitzgerald and Stephen Keane (f) and then Luke Casey replying to minors by Cian O’Byrne and

Modeligo midfielder Pa O’Donovan heads for goal confronted by the Stradbally full back Nicky Connors.

Michael Troy to finish the scoring. This win should see Modeligo through to the semi-final of the championship, their final match is against Dungarvan while Stradbally have two remaining fixtures against Emmetts and Geraldines. Modeligo’s Top Three: Shane Troy, Sean Hennessy, Sean O’Donovan. Stradbally’s Top Three: Cormac Gough, Trevor Curran, Stephen Keane. Observer’s Man of the Match: Shane Troy. Number of Scorers: Modeligo 8. Stradbally 5.

Scores From Play: Modeligo 0-12. Stradbally 0-6. Wides: Modeligo 3. Stradbally 2. Score of the Match: Pa Walshs’ 15th minute point for Modeligo. Scorers – Modeligo: Shane Troy 23 (2-2f), Michael Troy 0-3, Jamie Troy 02, Pa Walsh, Pa O’Donovan, Shane Hickey, Pa Fitzgerald and Cian O’Byrne 0-1 each. Stradbally: Christopher Casey 1-1 (1-0f), Cormac Gough 0-2, Stephen Keane 0-2 (1f), Ger Power and Luke Casey 0-1 each. Modeligo: Francis Condon; Nicky O’Donovan, Brian McCarthy, John

McGrath; Sean Hennessy, Sean O’Donovan, Kieran McCarthy; Pa Walsh, Pa O’Donovan; Cian O’Byrne, Pat Fitzgerald, Rian Reddy; Gavin Dalton, Shane Troy, Jamie Troy. Subs: Keith Hickey and Michael Troy for Rian Reddy (inj) and Gavin Dalton (both h/t). Richard McGrath for Kieran McCarthy (55). Stradbally: Aidan Rosseau; Alex Pollox, Nicky Connors, Frank Heffernan; Cormac Gough, Kevin Coffey, Michael Ahearne; Luke Casey, Patrick Casey; Stephen Lawlor, Ger Power, Stephen Keane; Nicky Power, Christopher Casey, Trevor Curran.

Waterford end championship season with defeat Dublin …………………....…0-15; Waterford ………………..…1-10. WATERFORD’S Senior camogie side played the last of their 2017 championship games on Saturday last in almost perfect conditions in Walsh Park. For their opponents, Dublin this was a crucial game to secure a win so as keep their chances alive of qualifying for the All-Ireland quarterfinals. Dublin were on the attack from the outset and had three points on the scoreboard within the first five minutes before Waterford’s Beth Carton opened the scoring for her side with a point from free. Dublin’s forward line continued to apply pressure with some great defensive work by the Deise keeper Brianna O’Regan and Fiona Morrissey. Dublin then tacked on another three points followed by a well taken point from Niamh Rockett keeping her side in the game. Both sides then exchanged two points each from frees, Waterford’s coming from the ever effective Beth Carton. Dublin’s Aisling Maher then added two more points from play to leave it 0-10 to 0-4 at the break. The second half saw Waterford increase their intensity with a fine point from Becky Kavanagh in the third minute only for the Dublin keeper to match it from a free. Some great passages of play were exchanged over the following ten minutes before the ever threating Dublin forward line added two

more points before Beth Carton added a point from a free which was soon followed by a point from her team mate Aine Lyng. The final quarter proved very lively as both sides exchanged three points apiece with Waterford’s scores coming from the ever hard working Aine Lyng, Beth Carton and substitute Niamh Aherne before Lyng struck the Dublin net from a well executed free. Waterford sign off on their championship season, their second at the senior grade whilst the Premier Junior side have two further championship outings before focus will turn to the club championship which starts on July 29th. Waterford: Brianna O’Regan (De La Salle), Marie Russell (Lismore), Fiona Morrissey (An Rinn), Claire Whyte (St. Anne’s), Shauna Kiernan (Lismore), Iona Heffernan (Ferrybank), Kate McMahon (Butlerstown), Aoife Landers (An Rinn) Niamh Rockett (St. Annes), Beth Carton (De La Salle), Aine Lyng, (Gailtir), Caithriona McGlone (Lismore), Jenny McCarthy (Cappoquin), Lorraine Bray (Cappoquin) and Becky Kavanagh (St. Anne’s). Subs: Valerie O’Brien for Caithriona McGlone (inj) (21 mins), Niamh Aherne for Jenny Mc Carthy(40 mins), Niamh Murphy for Becky Kavanagh (45 mins) and Annie Glavey for Kate McMahon (47 mins).

ALL-IRELAND UNDER 16A CHAMPIONSHIP Waterford ………………1-15; Clare ……………………1-10. Well done to our Under 16s who had a fantastic win on Sunday last in Walsh Park against Clare. Waterford went into this game as

underdogs. Having met Clare previously in May in the Munster Shield final in Inch in Tipperary it was Clare who were victorious with nine points to spare. Our Under 16s came into the game very determined to beat a very strong Clare side. Waterford were very dominant in the first half. After ten minutes Waterford were four points ahead on a scoreline of Waterford 0-6; Clare 0-2. Points were registered from Clodagh Carroll, Annie Fitzgerald, Aoife Fitzgerald. Aoife Fitzgerald then found the net on the twentienth minute leaving the score 1-10 to 1-07 at half-time. In the first half, Aoife Fitzgerald and Annie Fitzgerald were outstanding and completed dominated. After the break, Waterford playing against the breeze upped a gear with very impressive displays by the defence with particular mention to Emma Norris, Lucy Hogan, Leah Sheridan, Hannah Flynn and Keeley Corbett Barry. Clare couldn’t break down the Waterford defence and Waterford ran out winners on a scoreline of 1-15 to 1-10. In the second half points were registered by Roisin Kirwan, Sarah Lacey, Ciara O’Sullivan, Aoife Fitzgerald and Annie Fitzgerald. This was a complete team performance. There were outstanding displays all over the field. Well done to all the girls and Management. With two wins out of two its sets Waterford up well to hopefully qualify for the All Ireland semi-final.

Waterford play Cork next Sunday in Cork in the third round of the championship. MUNSTER MINOR A CHAMPIONSHIP Waterford ………………. 3-13; Clare………………………3-15. Hard luck to Waterford who lost out narrowly to Clare in what was a fantastic game of Camogie in Walsh Park last Wednesday night. Waterford in the first ten minute were ten points behind. Kaeisha Tobin scored Waterford first goal and from there on in Waterford dominated the game and up the intensity of the game considerably. With two minutes left in the second half Waterford were four points up. Clare managed to find the net and finished very strongly. Waterford won a 21 yard free in injury time and Clare literally had the whole team back in defence and the goalkeeper made a fantastic save leaving the score Clare 3-15; Waterford 3-13. There were brilliant displays all over the field and Waterford will take a lot of positives. Next up for the Minor team is the Munster Minor Shield Semi-final. PREMIER JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP Waterford …………………1-9; Westmeath ………………6-28. A very strong performance from the Westmeath women, who just got the better of the Waterford Junior ladies last Saturday in Mullingar, 15 minutes in to the game it was all square with Westmeath slightly edging in field

of play. However, two additional goals from Westmeath before the half time break seemed to rattle the Deise ladies and it appeared they couldn’t recover when the goals kept on coming from Westmeath, hard luck to the girls. FIXTURES Premier Junior Championship: Offaly v Waterford (Venue to be confirmed) Under 16 A Championship: Cork v Waterford Sunday, 16th July (Venue to be confirmed) UNDER 14 DEVELOPMENT SQUADS Well done to our Under 14 development squads who competed in Portmarnock blitz in Dublin on Saturday last. We entered two teams blue team and white team. The Blues team topped their Table with wins over Meath and Dublin and a narrow loss to Wexford. They earned a spot in the Cup semi-final where they met with a strong Tipperary Team. The girls unfortunately lost 4-2 to 2-1 in what was a very exciting game. The White team also had an excellent morning with good wins over Carlow and Antrim. We unfortunately lost to Dublin and Roscommon. CÚL CAMPS Waterford GAA Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps - are run throughout the summer from Monday to Friday, 10.00 am to 2.30 pm. We would encourage as many of our mem-

bers to take part. Cul Camps are well organised and well run and the kids absolutely love the camps. The price of the camp is €60 and subsequent camps are €35. Kids can partake in as many camps as they wish. What To Bring: Packed lunch + drink; Hurley and Helmet for Hurling and Camogie; Mouthguard for Football; Suitable playing gear, tracksuit, shorts, runners, boots; Rain jacket and changes of gear on wet days; Sun cream and baseball hat; Towel; Water; Most importantly, tell your child to have fun. Next week the camps are in Ballygunner, Lemybrien, Kilmacthomas, Clashmore and Cappoquin. In all camps walk-ins will be accepted on the day, just come along between 9.30 and 10.00 am. The weather for next week is mixed but mostly sunny, don't forget the sun tan lotion as children can burn easily being out all day. RESULTS U-12B1: St Annes 5-4; Modeligo 2-4 An Rinn 6-2; Tramore 2-0 U-12B2: Ballyduff 1-3; Gaultier 0-3 U-16A: Dungarvan gave Gaultier a walkover St Annes 6-4; DLS 7-9 U16B: Butlerstown/Ferrybank 4-8 Tramore 3-1 Brickeys 1-1 Lismore 5-6

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY JUNIOR ‘B’ FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Father and son combination leads Kilrossanty to victory Kilrossanty ……………....... 2-12; Ballinameela ……………....... 1-9. COLIN Dee and his son Joshua won’t easily forget this junior football championship game at a sun baked Ballinameela venue last Friday evening as between them they contributed 2-6 of Kilrossanty’s scoring tally of 2-12. Their contribution was the highlight of a game that looked all but over at the short whistle with the Comeragh club leading by 1-11 to 0-4 before a gallant Ballinameela second half comeback reduced their deficit to 1-12 to 1-8 with ten minutes remaining. The introduction of Rob Shine, the leadership of Pauric Scanlan and Aidan Ahearne and the driving runs out of defence by Shane McGovern were the catalysts for the home’s teams positive second half showing but when Shine was

forced to leave the field with an ankle injury, Kilrossanty took control once again and a fine goal by Colin Dee, who had kept a clean sheet himself in goal for the winners in the first moiety, finished off this very enjoyable second half as a contest. Joshua Kay was the main marksman in Kilrossanty’s first half dominance with Ballinameela failing to win their own kick outs as he notched scores of different varieties. He kicked two points from play, two more from frees, a ‘45’ and the main score of the half, a goal, from a pass by Pa Whyte. In general, though, the Kilrossanty forwards were over generous to one another in front of goal instead of shooting at the posts themselves to establish an even greater scoring advantage. At the other end of the field,

Colin Dee was unbeatable between the posts and with Eoin Browne, Fintan Walsh, Dale Power, Michael Hassett, Jack Whyte and Eoin Curran adding minors for Kilrossanty before the break, this game looked well and truly done and dusted. Credit Ballinameela, after an early score by Aidan Ahearne, they finished the first half with a couple of points via Caimin Radley (f), James Fletcher and Jonathon Radley which, in retrospect, was an indication of their team’s forthcoming second half impressive comeback. Kilrossanty made what proved to be some premature half-time changes with full back Seamus Veale going between the posts and forwards Dale Power and Fintan Walsh being withdrawn. Joshua Kay (f) kicked the first score of the

Pictured supporting Kilrossanty from left to right were brothers Pat, James and Paul Walsh.

new half but after this, it was all one-way traffic into the dressing room end goal and credit Baallinameela for making quite a game of it in this moiety. Aidan Ahearne pointed and when substitute Rob Shine worked his way through for a well taken green flag, a little nervousness crept into the Kilrossanty camp with the scoreboard now reading 1-11 to 1-5. Caimin Radley, 0-2 (1f) and Rob Shine left just 0-3 the difference and with Kilrossanty giving away the ball easily in general in this half, a Ballinameela victory at this stage was a real possibility. However, just when the home side were about to complete the greatest comeback since Lazarus, Emmet Doherty placed Colin Dee for a peach of a goal which deflated the home team’s efforts despite a final point by their top scorer Caimin Radley. Kilrossanty’s Top Three: Joshua Kay, Pa Whyte, Michael Galvin. Ballinamela’s Top Three: Shane McGovern, Caimin Radley, Aidan Ahearne. Observer’s Man of thr Match: Joshua Kay. Number of Scorers: Kilrossanty 7. Ballinameela 5. Scores From Play: Kilrossanty 2-9. Ballinameela 1-7. Frees For: Kilrossanty 10. Ballinameela 9. Wides – Kilrossanty 6. Ballinameela 5. Score of the Match: Kilrossanty’s ninth point worked from defence through midfield by Seamus Veale and Pa Whyte and scored in attack by Jack Whyte. Scorers – Kilrossanty: Joshua Kay 1-6 (3f, 1’45’), Colin Dee 1-0, Eoin Browne, Fintan Walsh, Dale Power, Michael Hassett, Jack Whyte and Eoin Curran 0-1 each. Ballinameela: Caimin Radley 0-4 (2f), Rob Shine 1-1, Aidan Ahearne 0-2,

James Fletcher and Jonathon Radley 01 each. Kilrossanty: Colin Dee; Paul Lennon, Seamus Veale, Kenny Houlihan; Eoin Curran, Michael Hassett, Eoin Houlihan; Pa Whyte, Michael Galvin; Jack Whyte, Emmet O Doherty, Eoin Browne; Dale Power, Fintan Walsh, Joshua Kay. Subs: Jim Maher,

John Paul Quinlan. Ballinameela: Jason McGrath; Christy Troy, Tom Kiely, Shane McGovern; Ken McGrath, Pauric Scanlan, Jack McGrath; Aidan Ahearne, James Fletcher; Jack Sullivan, Darren Mulcahy, Cian Culloo; Jonathon Radley, Caimin Radley, James Ryan. Subs: Rob Shine, Louis McGrath, David McCarthy.

Colin Dee, on left, and his son Joshua who lined out with Kilrossanty in the county junior football championship against Ballinameela.

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Goals galore at the Gaelic Field

Waterford's representatives, the Shamrock's Ladies Football team who played against Kerry in the half-time game at the Munster Senior Final at Mallow. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Ballinacourty …………………………...5-9; Colligan Emmetts …………………….. 3-7. THE green flags were raised eight times in a goal feast at the Fraher Field last Friday evening as Ballinacourty showed once again that they are serious championship contenders in this grade. There may well have been more goals scored in this encounter but for the heroics of Kevin Dwane in the winners’ goal who kept the green flag in its holder on a number of occasions. One of Ballinacourty’s biggest tasks may be to keep this side together and not to lose any of their players to their senior team when the senior championship warms up later in the year. ‘Courty led by 4-7 to 0-3 at half time in this game with Maurice Power’s early goal being followed by three consecutive ones later in the half via Gary Hurney, Richie Ryan from the penalty spot and full forward Jason O’Brien. Tiernan Murray, Lar Hurney and Darragh McGrath also got their names on the scoresheet raising white flags while Emmetts only first half scores were taken by Johnny Wall, 0-2 and Gavin Whelan. Emmetts won the second half by 3-4 to 1-2 but it still wasn’t adequate to haul in a very much in form Ballinacourty fifteen. Johnny Wall from the penalty spot, Charlie Whelan and John Morrissey scored the Colligan out-

fits goals with Wall and Gavin Whelan also accounting for an equal share of their second half points. Ballinacourty’s fifth goal also came from the penalty spot by Richie Ryan and overall in the two intermediate football games played on the night, six goals were scored from penalties which may be some sort of a record in its own way. Ballinacourty’s final group fixture is against Dungarvan while Emmetts have games to play against Geraldines and Ballyduff. Scorers – Ballinacourty: Gary Hurney 1-4, Richie Ryan 2-0,f, Jason O’Brien 1-1, Maurice Power 1-0, Tiernan Murray 0-2 (1f), Darragh McGrath and Laurence Hurney 0-1 each. Emmetts: Johnny Wall 1-4 (1-1f), Gavin Whelan 0-3 (1f), John Morrissey and Charlie Whelan 1-0 each. Ballinacourty: Kevin Dwane; Gavin Breen, Diarmuid Henley, Darragh McGrath; Nicky Dee, Patrick Lynch, John Hurney; Lar Hurney, Maurice Power; Eoin Brackett, Peter Phelan, Gary Hurney; Richie Ryan, Jason O’Brien, Tiernan Murray. Subs: Eoin Kiely, Conor Moloney, Jack Duggan, Eoin Enright, Conor McCarthy. Emmetts: Dean McKenna; John Flynn, John Nicholas Fennell, Sam Murphy Nix; Mark Flynn, Ben Dunford, Jason Dunford; Ross Browne, P. J. Coffey; Gavin Whelan, John Morrisssey, Michael Horgan; John Wall, Charlie Whelan, Dan Booth. Sub: Sean Browne. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane).

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Gaelic Jottings Hurlers end 58 year long wait WATERFORD have recorded their first championship victory over Kilkenny since 1959 – 4-23 to 2-22 after extra-time at Thurles last Saturday evening. The stunning Round Two Qualifier win – earned courtesy of goals in each period of extra-time from Jamie Barron and substitute Maurice Shanahan - sends Derek McGrath’s charges through to an All-Ireland quarter-final later this month. With 33,181 watching on, Kilkenny looked dead and buried when trailing by 2-15 to 1-10 with less than twelve minutes of regulation time left but dug deep into their famed reserves of invincibility to reel off an unanswered 1-5 including a second T. J. Reid goal – to force extra-time. Reid finished the game with a superb 2-12 personal tally In true Cats fashion, Reid delivered their second goal in the 66th minute and points from Ger Aylward and Richie Leahy reduced their arrears to the minimum. Colin Fennelly equalised in the third minute of injury time, a score which determined that extra-time would be needed. Maurice Shanahan had a chance to win it for Waterford but his late, late free went wide. Unruffled by that stirring Kilkenny comeback, Waterford kicked on to lead by 3-19 to 2-18 at half-time in extra-time, Barron despatching their third threepointer at the end of a great run. Maurice Shanahan brilliantly delivered the fourth Na Deise goal early in the second period of added time, in between a couple of converted Reid frees. Tommy Ryan and Shanahan added to the winners’ tally, with Leahy and the outstanding Reid – from a deflected free – replying for the Black & Amber, who couldn’t stage a second miraculous recovery on the same evening as the first. Not even the Cats can do that! In the end, Na Deise brought the curtain down on 58 years of pain (nine defeats, one draw) at the hands of their nearest neighbours as an amazing hurling championship got even better. ENJOYABLE WIN..... McGRATH Waterford ended a 58 year wait for a championship win over Kilkenny and manager Derek McGrath was intent on enjoying the achievement. “We’ll go out tonight.. “We’re two weeks away from the next match. We’re going to enjoy it, I think the lads deserve it. “You go to two league finals, you go to two Munster finals, you don’t turn up for last year’s Munster final, you go to two epic All-Ireland semi-finals last year, so the pressure was building on all of us, the management and players to go the next step. WENT DOWN FIGHTING..... CODY Kilkenny went down fighting against Waterford in Thurles and Brian Cody was proud of team's effort. The Cats have missed out on the All-Ireland final for only the fourth time in 19 years but Cody believes they answered their critics with a battling performance. “I think they (the Kilkenny players) proved how resilient they are, how competitive they are, how determined they are, and also how skilful they are”. “Our team has been questioned over the year by just about everybody really. That's their prerogative but our team was as competitive as is humanly possible to be, and came within a whisker of winning the game. “It went to extra-time, and Waterford regrouped well. They rediscovered their momentum and there was some very good hurling, obviously. “They were more consistent in their play over the 90 minutes than we were, but the resilience,

spirit and determination we showed are the hallmarks of everything a team has to have.” DUIGNAN ECHOES MANY GAELS BELIEFS Michael Duignan says it's a 'disgrace' that Saturday night's All-Ireland hurling qualifier between Waterford and Kilkenny wasn't shown on RTÉ. Instead, Sky Sports had the rights to show the extratime thriller which resulted in a first Waterford championship victory over the Cats in 58 years. Duignan was perturbed by the fact that many genuine hurling fans couldn't see the game, including his 83-year-old father who doesn't have Sky Sports. "To me, the biggest disgrace of the weekend was on Saturday evening, that Waterford and Kilkenny match wasn’t shown on free-to-air in this country," he blasted on The Sunday Game. “I think the Sky deal is so wrong on so many levels and it’s not because I’m in RTÉ, working for The Sunday Game. "My parents are at home, my father’s 83 years of age, a savage hurling man. Why should he have to go to the pub, he doesn’t go to the pub, to watch a match? “They (the GAA) have enough money, there’s enough money in the GAA, how much money do you want? What about the people who support the game all of their lives, and they can’t watch it? I think it’s disgraceful.”

Páirc Uí Chaoimh to host All-Ireland Hurling Quarter-Finals THE way has been cleared for the new Pairc Ui Chaoimh stadium’s first major fixtures, the All-Ireland Hurling Quarter Finals, on the weekend of July 22nd/23rd. “It’s all systems go for the Tipperary and Clare game on Saturday, July 22nd at 3.00 p.m. and for the other quarterfinal, Wexford versus Waterford, on the following day at 4 p.m. said Cork County Board Chairman, Ger Lane. We are really looking forward to welcoming the teams and supporters from the four counties and elsewhere to our magnificent new stadium.” “We now have a stadium comparable to the very best of which the G.A.A. community and the city can be proud. Not only will it be a state of the art venue to showcase Gaelic games, it also incorporates a Centre of Excellence which will house playing and training facilities for our County teams, including a floodlit, full scale all weather pitch, performance assessment and rehab facilities.” “The stadium facilities add further leisure and conference infrastructure to Cork city from which it will gain substantial economic benefits, he said.” Pairc Ui Chaoimh is now a 45,000 capacity, floodlit stadium with covered seating for 21,000 patrons. The stadium has uninterrupted views throughout, increased circulation space and top of the range facilities for teams, officials and patrons. The newly developed stadium is the first in Ireland to meet EU standards, has 32 hot food kiosks, shops and bars and separate entry to all areas at all levels. Access to the stadium will be through 72 turnstiles, twice the previous number, and there are 20 exits from the stadium. The stadium contains restaurants and conference facilities and provides 220 wheelchair spaces for spectators and their companions. Prior to the All-Ireland Hurling QuarterFinals, local residents who were praised

by the chairman of the Stadium Redevelopment Steering Committee, Bob Ryan, will visit the Stadium. “We worked very hard to mitigate the impact of such a large construction project on local residents and we are grateful for their co-operation in ironing out any issues that arose.” Munster Council Chairman Jerry O’Sullivan was at the venue earlier in the week and he said: "It’s spectacular, worth waiting for and it will be great to have games back there again. "We’re looking forward to two entertaining matches – and it’s good to have games of that nature to get the ball rolling." O’Sullivan also admitted that he was disappointed when it emerged that the revamped venue would not be ready to host the recent provincial football and hurling deciders. He said: "It was disappointing for everybody. We all hoped it would have been ready for them but with a project of that size and nature, to get it in the state they did, so close to the Munster final dates, was a huge achievement in itself. "A number of things weren’t finalised and you can’t go ahead without everything in place. "It’s good to go now. There’s some tidying up and other small jobs to be done, but everything will be in place for July 22nd/23rd." The redeveloped Páirc Uí Chaoimh will host the two mouthwatering AllIreland SHC quarter-finals over the weekend of the 22nd/23rd July. Reigning champions Tipperary will face Clare on the Saturday (3 pm), while Wexford will clash with Waterford at the new-look stadium the next day (4 pm). The draw took place on RTÉ Radio 1's Morning Ireland on Monday morning last, with the GAA later confirming the venues.

All-Ireland SFC qualifiers THE Round 3B of the All-Ireland SFC qualifiers will be played on the weekend of 15th-16th July, with the 4B games down for the following week. All-Ireland SFC Round 3B qualifiers: Tipperary v Armagh, Semple Stadium, Saturday, 5 pm Carlow v Monaghan, Netwatch Cullen Park, Saturday, 7 pm All-Ireland SFC Round 4A qualifiers: Cork v Mayo, Gaelic Grounds, Limerick, Saturday, 22nd July, TBC Galway v Donegal, Markievicz Park, Saturday, 22nd July, TBC All-Ireland SHC quarter-final draw: Clare v Tipperary, Saturday, 22nd July, 3 pm, Páirc Uí Chaoimh Wexford v Waterford, Sunday, 23rd July, 4 pm, Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Increase in Munster Championship Attendances MUNSTER GAA chiefs are smiling all the way to the bank after reporting a 27% increase in the number of patrons attending this summer's provincial senior hurling championship fixtures – due in main to Cork's glory surge. Attendances have jumped dramatically from 100,868 last year over the course of four games, to 127,992 in 2017. The provincial body will have banked well over an extra €500,000 this year, taking an increase of 27,124 spectators into account. For a four-game championship, it’s the highest cumulative figure since 2008 (136,868), an indication of just how

Claire O'Halloran, Michael O'Halloran and Katie Troy pictured at the 2017 Hooli Long Puck. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

valuable a strong Cork support can be, as the red hordes made three trips to Thurles. And this year’s figure represents the highest combined total for a Munster championship since 2009, when 136,908 fans attended five games, including a semi-final replay between Limerick and Waterford. The massive crowd of 45,558 in Thurles on Sunday for the Clare-Cork decider beat last year’s final between Tipperary and Waterford at the Gaelic Grounds by 19,050. And it was the largest attendance at a Munster senior final since 2008, when 48,077 watched Tipperary beat Clare at the Gaelic Grounds. Munster Council chairman Jerry O’Sullivan said: "It’s an indication of how popular and attractive the games are. "People are turning out in huge numbers and it’s great for the Council and everyone involved. "A lot of people mention finance, and that’s important, but the more money we take in, the more money we give out to the counties. "It’s a fantastic system and has served the province very well."

seal victory for Kerry over Waterford in Saturday’s Mallow decider. With the sides level late on, flame-haired ace Ní Mhuircheartaigh took matters into her own hands to drag the Kingdom across the line, as they ran out 1-14 to 3-6 winners against gritty Waterford. In a gripping finish, Waterford moved ahead with a run of 1-1 without reply, Grainne Kenneally scoring a vital goal to help establish a 3-5 to 1-10 lead. Ní Mhuircheartaigh then levelled matters with a free before Maria Delahunty inched Waterford, who had beaten Kerry in the round-robin series, ahead again. But that proved to be Waterford’s last score as Laura Rogers levelled matters, before Ní Mhuircheartaigh’s late brace sealed the deal. In what was a repeat of the 2003 final between the counties, Kerry won their first Munster senior crown since 2015 – and their third in five seasons. Waterford, back in the final for the first time in ten years, were denied their first provincial win since 2002.

This week’s Championship Fixtures

JAMIE Barron’s 80th minute goal for Waterford in their All-Ireland senior hurling qualifier against Kilkenny in Thurles last Saturday evening.

Western Championship Junior ‘B’Hurling: Ballyduff v Tallow in Tourin Friday, July 14th at 7.30 pm. Fourmilewater v Dungarvan in Colligan Friday, July 14th at 7.30 pm. Abbeyside v Lismore in Cappoquin Sunday, July 16th at 12 noon. Junior ‘C’ Hurling: Brickeys v Cappoquin in Colligan Sunday, July 16th at 12 noon, An Rinn v Modeligo in Fraher Field Sunday, July 16th at 12 noon., Shamrocks v Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg in Ardmore Sunday, July 16th at 12 noon, Abbeyside v Kilgobinet in Fraher Field Sunday, July 16th at 7 pm.

Pipped at the Post GRAHAM Shine hailed his TG4 Munster champions after Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh scored two late points to

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Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Classics Face Book page courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the County senior football quarter final championship game between Kilrossanty and Gaultier in the Fraher Field on Sunday, August 27th, 1967. “Kilrossanty for Semi-Final.’’ “Kilrossanty 1-10; Gaultier 0-5.’’

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to Brian O’Connor and family, Sexton St., Abbeyside on the death of his mother Mrs. Alice O’Connor, Clonmel. The O’Connor premises in the Village has a long association with the GAA and with the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Club in particular.

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Bord Gais Energy Munster Under 21 Hurling Championship Semi-Final

U-21 hurlers lay Munster title on the line

Part of St. Mary’s U-7 squad: Back Row: L-R - Sean Power, Joe Bible, Luke Kiely, Conor Murphy, Front Row - Cormac Murphy, Dale Power, Ollie Queally, Garreth O'Callaghan.

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY DRAMATIC CLIMAX TO CLOSE ENCOUNTER Championship: County Senior Football Championship. Venue: Fraher Field. Date: Saturday, 5th July, 1997. Half-time Score: Kilmacthomas 0-6; Ring 0-5. Full-time score: Ring 1-10; Kilmacthomas 0-12. Ring Scorers: E. Curran 1-0, C. Mac Craith 0-4, P. O’Reilly 0-2, C. Walsh, C. Murray, N. MacCraith and T. Maher 0-1 each. Kilmacthomas Scorers: Derry Kiely 0-4, M. Downey and B. Whelan 0-2 each; J. Power, P. Mulhearne, J. Troy and T. O’Connell 0-1 each. Ring team: T. Kiely; S. Mac Craith, L. Curran, R. Finnegan; E. Crotty, E. White, T. Maher; M. O Domhnaill, D. Walsh; C. Murray, C. Walsh, N. Og Mac Craith; P. O’Reilly, E. Curran, C. Mac Craith.

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(058) 45590 nicky@mckennacomputers.com FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Saturday, 12th July, 1997. LAWLOR’S HOTEL COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

County champions shade verdict Rathgormack 1-12; St. Saviours 1-11. IT was a contest of changing fortunes, with the distinct possibility of a shock outcome very much on the cards. This was particularly true in the second half when the City men succeeded in overhauling a six point interval deficit and had forced equality by the end of the third quarter. Even more significantly, the champions had failed to score during the same period and revealed their frustration by moving several of their key players all over the place. But once the ever accurate Martin Power restored Rathgormack’s lead from a long range free in the 47th minute, one sensed that the holders had again come back from the brink. Two minutes later Mayo born Sean Horan had the sides level for the final time and again the likelihood of an upset filled the air. Again Rathgormack clawed themselves back into contention on the strength of two well directed placed ball deliveries from Martin Power and the champions had regained a lead never subsequently surrendered. Even so it was mighty close to the very end and

up until the time when referee John Michael Kelly was obliged to retire – and only the minimum separated the sides. St. Saviours if anything appeared to be more “on song” and may well have suffered more by the respite which followed. When play resumed, Brian Arrigan failed to convert a St. Saviours 45 and from that moment on one sensed that the City colours had indeed “missed the boat.” The extended play provided just a point to either side, as each in turn missed good scoring opportunities. But when the long whistle finally sounded Rathgormack had made it to the quarter-final and the county champions will be very pleased to have survived this stiff test. EXCELLED For the champions such as Denis Hassett, Dan Crotty, Richard Power, Frannie Halpin, Martin and Ger Power proved most prominent. While for the vanquished none excelled more than Alan Power, Ian Stenson, John Walsh, Derek Wyse, John Horan and Tony Corcoran. Rathgormack scorers: M. Power 1-5, J. Murray 0-2, S. Power, G. Power, R. Power, F. Halpin and P. Crotty 0-1 each. St. Saviours scorers: T. Corcoran 0-4, D.. Wyse 0-3, T. Higgins 1-0, B. Arrigan 0-2, L. Quilty and S. Horan 0-1 each. Rathgormack: P. Fahy; J. Crotty, D. Power K. Power; D. Crotty, B. Crotty, D. Hassett; V. Murray, R. Power; J. Murray, M. Power, P. Crotty; S. Power, G. Power, F. Halpin. St. Saviours: P. Houlihan; N. Jacob, A. Power, K. Murphy; E. Hartery M. Corcoran, I. Stenson; J. Walsh, J. Horan; L. Quilty, T. Corcoran, T. Higgins; A. Healy, D. Wyse, B. Arrigan. Referee: J. M. Kelly (Shamrocks) and R. O’Neill (Ferrybank).

WATERFORD will play Cork in the Bord Gais Energy Munster Under 21 Hurling Championship semifinal this Thursday, July 13th at 7.30 p.m. in Walsh Park Waterford. All roads lead to Walsh Park this Thursday evening for the eagerly anticipated Munster under 21 hurling championship semi-final between Waterford (the holders) and a rejuvenated Cork hurling county whose team here are backed by a good number of the senior team and panel that beat Clare in last Sunday’s Senior Provincial decider. Last year, Waterford would have been favourites to win a similar fixture but a year can be a long time in hurling and now it is the Rebels who are the new force in Munster. Senior stars such as Mark Coleman, Luke Meade, Darren Fitzgibbon, Shane Kingston and Michael Cahalane will be the foundation for Cork’s challenge here as they seek to reach and win a final that would give them a clean sweep of Munster titles in 2017. The title holders have a number

of last year’s side to chose from in Jordan Henley, Conor Gleeson, Darragh Lyons and Conor Prunty in defence and Shane Bennett, Colm Roche, if fit, Patrick Curran and Peter Hogan up front. Shane Ryan (DLS) should be a definite choice for selection going on his form in the senior hurling championship and he was captain of the corresponding minor side three years ago while other options include Cormac Curran, Billy Nolan, Neil Montgomery, Dermot Ryan, David Prendergast, Eddie Meaney, Michael Cronin, Jack Mullaney, Andy Molumby, Eddie Hayden and Eoghan Murray, most of them county minors of three years ago. This will be a difficult task for Sean Power’s charges. Both teams preparations, no doubt, have been affected by the senior inter county championships but despite Cork’s current dominance in the Province, Waterford underage hurling has not gone away and if the team can get the home following behind and play to their full potential then our name

can be on the Munster final programme for July 26th. Forecast: Waterford. Waterford u-21 hurling team is expected to line-out as follows: Billy Nolan (Roanmore); Darragh Lyons (Dungarvan), Conor Gleeson (Fourmilewater), David Prendergast (St. Carthages); Jordan Henley (Cois Bhride), Conor Prunty (Abbeyside), Callum Lyons (Ballyduff Lower); Shane Bennett (St. Carthages), Andy Molumby (Cappoquin); Colm Roche (Cois Bhride), Patrick Curran (Dungarvan). Jack Prendergast (St. Carthages); Peter Hogan (Ballygunner), Cormac Curran (Brickeys), Shane Ryan (DLS). TICKET INFORMATION Adult General Admission: €10.00. Student/Senior’s: Receive €5.00 concession with valid ID prior to entry. Juveniles/Under 16’s free. Tickets can be purchased in Centra and Supervalu stores in Waterford, Cork and across Ireland – visit the Munster GAA Ticketing Locator to see participating stores in Munster.

WATERFORD GAA RESULTS JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Junior B Football Championship: Kilrossanty 2-12; Ballinameela 1-9 Gaultier W/O Brickey Rangers The Nire 1-14; Rathgormack 0-14 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Football Championship Division Three - Knockout: Stradbally 5-10; Ardmore 5-8 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Football Championship Division Two - Knockout: Portlaw/Ballyduff 3-15; Brickey Rangers 3-15 John J Murphy East Under 21 B Football: St Mary's 1-17; Portlaw/Ballyduff 3-9 John J. Murphy Eastern Junior Football Championship - Group A: Erins Own 6-5; Ferrybank 3-11 John J. Murphy Eastern Junior Football Championship - Group B: St Saviour's 3-16; Tramore 0-5 Phelan Cup:

Stradbally 1-11; Portlaw 2-5 Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship: Modeligo 2-14; Stradbally 1-7 Senior Football League Group A: Portlaw 4-8; An Rinn 1-9 Senior Football League Group B: The Nire 2-23; Gaultier 0-5 Ballinacourty 4-19; Rathgormack 2-12 Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Intermediate Football Championship - Group A: John Mitchel's 2-10; Tramore 0-11 Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Intermediate Football Championship - Group B: Kilmacthomas 2-12; Kill 2-9 Bunmahon 0-8; Newtown 0-2 The Park Hotel West Intermediate Hurling League Group 1: St. Mary's 3-20; Modeligo 3-13

County Board GAA fixtures Wednesday, 12th July JJ Kavanagh & Sons Senior Football League: Kilrossanty v’s Brickey Rangers in Leamybrien at 8 pm Friday, 14th July JJ Kavanagh & Sons Senior Football League: Stradbally v’s Ardmore in Stradbally at 7:30 pm Saturday, 15th July County Senior Hurling League: Tallow v’s Ballygunner in Tallow at 7:30 pm Mt Sion v’s Fourmilewater in Mt.Sion at 7:30 pm Passage v’s Ballyduff Upper in Passage at 7:30 pm

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Abbeyside v’s Dungarvan in Abbeyside at 7:30 pm Roanmore v’s Portlaw in Roanmore at 7:30 pm De La Salle v’s Lismore in Gracedieu at 7:30 pm Sunday, 16th July JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Football Championship Div 3 Final (PROVISIONAL): St. Olivers / Stradbally v’s Nire / Mt. Sion in Fraher Field at 11:30 am JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. U-21 (B) Football Championship Final (PROVISIONAL): Comeragh Gaels v’s St. Mary’s in Fraher Field at 1 pm

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 12 Forecasts. 8 Correct. 4 Incorrect. 66.6%. This Week’s Forecasts. Munster U-21 H: Waterford v (Cork). Co. MFC: Stradbally v (St. Olivers), Mt. Sion v (Nire), Brickeys v (Portlaw/Ballyduff). West J’B’H: Ballyduff v (Tallow), Fourmilewater v (Dungarvan), Abbeyside v (Lismore). West J’C’H: Brickeys v (Cappoquin), An Rinn v (Modeligo), Shamrocks v (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg), Abbeyside v (Kilgobinet). Co. J’B’F: Nire v (An Rinn), Gaultier v (Ballinameela), Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (Brickeys), Rathgormack v (Kilrossanty). West IHL: Ardmore v (Shamrocks), St. Mary’s v (Shamrocks), Ballysaggart v (Tourin). Co. SFL: Kilrossanty v (Brickeys), Stradbally v (Ardmore). Co. SHL: Mt. Sion v (Fourmilewater), Passage v (Ballyduff), Dungarvan v (Abbeyside), DLS V (Lismore), Roanmore v (Portlaw). To Date: 231 Forecasts. 155 Correct. 76 Incorrect. Success Rate: 67.1%.

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Historic hurling win against Kilkenny Waterford ………………… 4-23; Kilkenny ……………………2-22. EVEN though this was not a quarter-final, semi-final or final, whatever way one looks at it this was a historic win for Waterford hurling in Thurles last Saturday evening. It’s hard to believe that 1959 was the last time the Déise beat Kilkenny in championship hurling and that was after a replay of the All-Ireland Final. Similarly, in ways, it took extratime for the county to win in Semple Stadium on Saturday and while we take the laurels, and justifiably so on this occasion, the Cats record against us shows the quality and pedigree that is the game of hurling down Noreside way. However, last Saturday, Derek McGrath’s charges were the better team overall and though we made hard work of dispatching Brian Cody’s men from the All-Ireland series, bridging the 58 years gap without a win will always be regarded as historic in the game of hurling in the county. The winners dominated the first half at the end of which we led by 1-10 to 1-5 as Kilkenny’s first touch was poor and we were operating at a higher level. On the restart, we didn’t score for eleven minutes and by this time the Cats had reduced their deficit to 0-2 at 1-10 to 1-8. We weathered this storm with a contender for score of the match by Jamie Barron and a brace of superb points by Austin Gleeson recovering our 0-5 half-time lead and 50 minutes on the clock. Eight minutes later we led by a clear 0-8 with Shane Bennett billowing the net from a Michael Walsh pass in the 53rd minute and with a scoreline of 2-15 to 1-10 in our favour, what followed could not have been anticipated by anyone. But we lost control of the match at this vital stage, we didn’t score again in normal time, we couldn’t get possession of the sliotar and the change of tactic from short puck outs to long ones favoured

Kilkenny more and we almost paid the ultimate price. Indeed, if the match lasted any longer the Cats would have snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. Kilkenny were the perkier of the two teams entering the dressing room at the end of the game and exiting them for the twenty minutes of extra-time. But the difference between the teams soon became evident again and under the continuing leadership of Tadhg De Burca in defence and Jamie Barron further up we won this extra part of proceedings by 2-8 to 0-7, a marvellous achievement indeed. In extra-time, Jamie Barron’s first half goal of class and a further 0-2 using his bottomless tank of energy helped Waterford to a half time lead of 3-19 to 2-18 and when the ball broke positively for Maurice Shanahan in the 83rd minute, his batted finish to the Kilkenny net was the icing on the cake on this first championship win over our neighbours in a life time. An rud ata annamh is iontach é agus be’ iontach an gaisce a rinne ar imreorí i Durlas Eile an Satharn seo caite. Kilkenny started with three changes to their announced line up with Rob Lennon, Kevin Kelly and John Joe Farrell on from the start. As expected the midfield area was choc a block with players yet by the 17th minute the Deise were ahead by 0-6 to 0-2 with Pauric Mahony accounting for five of those Waterford points. Uncharacteristically, T. J. Reid missed two consecutive free attempts in the 24th and in the 27th minutes and by the half hour mark Waterford were comfortably ahead by 0-9 to 0-4. At this stage we had tallied more wides than the opposition and we should have been even further ahead. GAME QUESTIONS OF WATERFORD Number 1 The consequences of our poor marksmanship arrived shortly when T. J. Reid scored from the

spot after Richie Hogan had been upended in front of the goal by Darragh Fives, who lasted the full ninety three minutes of action, another plus for Waterford ahead of the game v Wexford. This goal was the first question to be answered on Waterford’s winning intentions and it was done so in style when Austin Gleeson pointed and Shane Bennett set up Michael Walsh for a reply goal after good refereeing gave the Ballysaggart player the advantage when fouled in possession. Number 2 Kilkenny dominated the early second half exchanges and kept the winners scoreless for eleven minutes. Now just 0-2 to the good at 1-10 to 1-8, the second question was answered when Jamie Barron nabbed Waterford’s first point of the new half on 46 minutes and Austin Gleeson came up trumps with two consecutive scores from play, 1-13 to 1-8 and fifty minutes gone. Number 3 Ahead by 2-15 to 1-10 by the 58th minute and not to score again for the remainder of normal time, Waterford answered the third question on their winning ambitions when they denied Kilkenny a winning score in their magnificent last ten minute comeback. Number 4 Rejuvenated Kilkenny and deflated Waterford, after not finishing off the game in normal time, came out for extra time and this question was emphatically answered under the leadership of Jamie Barron as the team scored 2-8 in twenty three minutes of hurling and conceded no further green flags to the Cats. Sometimes you have to answer one or two questions during the course of a game but Derek McGrath’s charges were continually answering last Saturday and there was no doubt but that the best team in this pairing advanced to the quarter finals of the championship. Waterford’s Top Three: Tadhg De Burca, Jamie Barron, Austin

This week we feature another photo from a local Gael who capture the newly renovated Páirc Ui Chaoimh recently which will host the Waterford versus Wexford hurling quarter-final on Sunday, 23rd July at 4.00 p.m.

Waterford's Jamie Barron in action with Kilkenny's Michael Fennelly during the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Qualifier match in Thurles. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Gleeson. Kilkenny’s Top Three: Ciaran Buckley, T. J. Reid, Lyster Ryan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Tadhg De Burca. Number of Scorers: Waterford 10. Kilkenny 8. Scores from Play: Waterford 4-14. Kilkenny 1-10. Frees For: Waterford 13. Kilkenny 18. Wides: Waterford 16. Kilkenny 9. Score of the Match: Jamie Barron’s 80th minute engineered and executed goal for Waterford. Scorers – Waterford: Pauric Mahony 0-6 (0-5f, 0-1 ’65), Jamie Barron, Maurice Shanahan 1-3 (0-3f) each, Austin Gleeson 0-5, Shane Bennett, Michael Walsh 1-0 each, Tommy Ryan, Kevin Moran 0-2 each, Jake Dillon, Patrick Curran 0-1 each. Kilkenny: T. J. Reid 2-12 (0-10f, 0-1 ’65, 1-0 pen), Lester Ryan 0-3, Richie Leahy 0-2, Richie Hogan, Eoin Murphy (0-1f), Colin Fennelly,

Ger Aylward, Kevin Kelly 0-1 each. Waterford: 1. Stephen O’Keeffe (Ballygunner). 2. Shane Fives (Tourin). 3. Barry Coughlan (Ballygunner). 4. Noel Connors (Passage). 5. Tadhg de Burca (Clashmore / Kinsalebeg). 15. Darragh Fives (Tourin). 9. Conor Gleeson (Fourmilewater). 7. Philip Mahony (Ballygunner). 8. Jamie Barron (Fourmilewater). 10. Kevin Moran (De La Salle). 6. Austin Gleeson (Mount Sion). 11. Pauric Mahony (Ballygunner). 14. Michael Walsh (Stradbally). 12. Jake Dillon (De La Salle). 13. Shane Bennett (Ballysaggart). Subs: 22. Patrick Curran (Dungarvan) for Dillon (48). 25. Stephen Bennett (Ballysaggart) for Shane Bennett (61). 21. Maurice Shanahan (Lismore) for Walsh (69). 20. Brian O’Halloran (Clashmore / Kinsalebeg) for Mahony (74). 19. Tommy Ryan (Tallow) for Stephen Bennett (79); 23. Colin Dunford (Colligan) for Curran (84). 18. Shane McNulty (De La Salle) for Connors (86).

Kilkenny: 1. Eoin Murphy (Glenmore). 2. Paul Murphy (Danesfort). 3. Padraig Walsh (Tullaroan). 19. Robert Lennon (Bennettsbridge). 6. Cillian Buckley (Dicksboro). 5. Conor Fogarty (Erins Own). 8. Michael Fennelly (Ballyhale Shamrocks). 7. Joe Lyng (Rower Inistioge). 12. T J Reid (Ballyhale Shamrocks). 9. Paddy Deegan (O’Loughlin Gaels). 22. Kevin Kelly (St Patrick’s). 11. Walter Walsh (Tullogher Rosbercon).14. Colin Fennelly (Ballyhale Shamrocks). 13. Richie Hogan (Danesfort). 23. Jonjo Farrell (Thomastown). Subs : 20. Lester Ryan (Clara) for Deegan (halftime). 15. Ger Aylward (Glenmore) for Farrell (half-time). 10. Chris Bolger (Clara) for Kelly (48). 26. Richie Leahy (Rower-Inistioge) for Hogan (62). 25. Liam Blanchfield (Bennettsbridge) for Michael Fennelly (73). 13. Hogan for Aylward (85) Referee: James Owens (Wexford).

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Donal Connolly Snr. and Jnr, Bernard McGill and Eddie Curran, An Rinn. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Waterford's Senior Hurlers who beat Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Qualifier match in Thurles.

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Anne, Eoin and Aidan McGrath, Touraneena.

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Tony Condon and Tony Sheehan from the Nire. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Tony and Deck Hayes, Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Peter & Claire O'Donoghue from Portlaw. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Barbara, Brendan, Caoimhe and Ciaran O'Dwyer from Touraneena. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Michael, Nicole and Margaret Walsh from Kilrossanty. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Amy O'Riordan, Orla Bannon, Garvin O'Riordan and Clara Cabazoni, Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting the Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Greg and Mary Ashe with Maria Byrne from [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Dungarvan.

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Lucy Skehan, Avril and Declan Norris from Rathgormack.

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were the Murphy family from Portlaw.

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Michael Leahy, Rionach and Richie Breathnach, An Rinn.

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Kacie, Pa Joe and Sharon Power with Ann Quirke from Kilmacthomas. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were David, Paddy and Billy Osborne, Harry and Pat O'Donovan and Tom Beston, Geraldines.

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Shaun and Cian Costelloe, Elaine Darcy, Richard Hickey, Rian O'Rielly and Grainne Costelloe, Stradbally. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Eileen Flynn, Nire with Ann O'Sullivan, Colligan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Liam and Mary Clancy, Stradbally. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford andKilkenny in Thurles were Dermot Moore and Nicola [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Nolan, Abbeyside with Shane Browne, Tramore.

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were the Lacey family from Cappoquin with Katie Ormonde. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford and Kilkenny in Thurles were Michael, Clodagh and Sinead Desmond with Alex Cowming from Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Michael and [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Denis Flynn from Clonea Power.

Supporting Waterford Hurlers against Kilkenny in Thurles were Eddie Gough [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] and Jeremy Hallahan from Ballymacarbry.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

Nire/Fourmilewater WATERFORD SENIOR HURLERS Well done to Conor Gleeson, Jamie Barron and the Waterford senior hurlers on their great victory in last Saturday's qualifier against Kilkenny. Both men played a hugely significant part in what was an emotional and historic victory. Waterford's reward is a tie against Wexford in the All-Ireland Quarter-Final. SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE Well done to our Senior hurlers who defeated Ballyduff Upper 2-21 to 0-16 in the County League last Thursday evening. Special word of thanks to Paddy “Tyler” Walsh who stepped in at the last moment and refereed the match. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE Well done to our Senior footballers who made the long journey down to Gaultier last Saturday morning and recorded an impressive 2-23 to 0-5 point victory. JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Best of luck to our Junior hurlers who take on Dungarvan in Colligan this Friday at 7:30 pm. WATERFORD LADIES FOOTBALL Hard luck to the Waterford ladies footballers who lost out by two points in the Munster Senior Football final last Saturday in Mallow. MILLFIELD If you wish to book the Millfield for training or challenge matches please contact Muiris Walsh at 086 8159136. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILE NOTES U-16 Hurling: A great start by our U-16s to the championship, beating Kilrossanty in the Millfield. It took our lads a while to get going but after 15 minutes they started to find their feet and were 3 points up at half-time. In the second half they really started to hit form, with 2 goals from Stephen Hogan, 1 from Larry Walsh, another from Kyle Cuddy, over 10 points from Aaron Ryan and some excellent catches from David Morrissey in goal. All the lads were outstanding and hopefully we can keep up the good work. It was 13-a-side. Team: David Morrissey, Luke Guiry, Oisin Looney, Oisin Walsh, Kyle Cuddy, Sean Boyce, Aaron Ryan, Sean Walsh, Chris Corbally, Jodie Beckers, Chris Ryan, Stephen Hogan, Larry Walsh. We had two subs, Cody Peters came on and Michael Sullivan is nursing an injury.

FMW 4-22; Kilrossanty 3-8. LUCKY FIRST GOAL: LUCKY FIRST GOAL UPDATE The winning ticket has been returned unsold!!! We will try the 5 seconds either side of it so if you have 45.46-45.50 or 45.56-46.00 please let us know before this Friday, 14th July. MILLFIELD BOOKINGS Please note that all bookings for the field are to be made through Muiris Walsh 0868159136. The schedule can now be viewed on the “Millfield Bookings” Facebook page.

Kill Kill INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Our intermediate footballers were beaten by Kilmac in the championship on a scoreline Kilmac 2-12 to Kill 2-9 in a thrilling match last Friday night. It was Kill who registered the first score when Ben pointed, but for the next ten minutes it was Kilmac who blitz us scoring 1-3 without reply in a game played at a frantic pace. Kill battled there way back into the match and when the impressive Mikey Nichols scored a great goal it brought us back into the game. But again Kilmac got on top playing some free flowing football and added a second goal to leave six points between the teams. It was Kill who dominated the last ten minutes of the half with Corey outstanding in the middle of the field and points from Ray, Ben, Ciaran and Mikey ate into the Kilmac lead. When a Ben free hit the upright it was Ray who was on hand to blast the ball to the Kilmac net to leave just a point between the teams. It was Kilmac who led by the minimum at half time after a hectic first half of football 2-8 to 2-7. On the turnover the scores dried up but it was Kilmac who added the first points of the second half to open up a three point lead. With John Flynn and Fergie Whelan driving the team forward we found scores hard to come by, with some poor finishing and decision making not helping our cause. A point from Ben brought it back to a two point deficit, but Kilmac added two further points to put them four ahead. With ten minutes to go a great run from Ciaran saw his powerful goal bound shot rebound off the post and try as we might we could not close the deficit with a late Shane Relis point leaving three between the sides at the full time whistle 2-12 to 29. A disappointing result but the team could not be faulted for their effort and played some terrific football over the hour. Team: Kieran Dunphy, Fergie Whelan, Niall Hennessy, Luke Middleton, Peter Casey, Jim Halley, John Flynn, Corey Kennedy, Eric Londergan, Mikey Nichols, Ciaran Kirwan, Ben Gallagher, Peter Torpey, Shane Relis, Ray Hennessy. Subs used:- Richie Cullinane, Oisin Queally.

LOTTO At last week’s lotto draw in Kirwan’s Bar there was no winner of the €10,000 lotto jackpot. On the night we had no match 3s, so it was down to the lucky dip draw to decide the winners. The win-

Allianz Cumann Na mBunscol Co. Finals Hurling and Camogie. Tallow beaten by Portlaw in the Roinn B Camogie final. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

ning tickets drawn out were Eddie Fitzgerald and a combined ticket of Conall and Meabh Hennessy. The numbers drawn were 12, 15, 16 & 18. CLUB BARBECUE Don't forget our club barbecue takes place next Saturday night, 15th July in Kirwan’s Bar starting at 9 p.m. Tickets are on sale and can be purchased from any club member and cost €10. So why not come along and enjoy the food and then let the music of Avalon entertain you for the rest of the night. See you all there.

Shamrocks Shamrocks (KINDLY SPONSORED BY ALLEN ENGINEERING & AGRI SALES LTD.) CLUB HURLING FIXTURES The club has two hurling fixtures for next Sunday, 16th July. First up, our Junior Hurlers play Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in the Junior Championship in Ardmore at 12 noon. This team has been going very well and are so far unbeaten after four games. Then at 7 p.m. on the same day (Sunday, 16th July) we are scheduled to play St. Mary’s in the Intermediate Hurling League in Knockanore. It will be a big effort to field two teams on the same day, and we wish them the best of luck. They would appreciate some support. CONGRATULATIONS! Well done to the Shamrock Ladies football team who represented Waterford in the Primary Game at half time in last Saturday's Senior Ladies Football Final in Mallow which Waterford unfortunately lost by a point. You did your parish and club proud, girls. GOLF CLASSIC The KGK Hall Committee in Knockanore are hosting a Golf Classic in Lismore Golf Club to raise funds for the KGK Hall. Saturday, July 22nd is the date, a team of three players is €90, and that includes a meal. All support would be gratefully appreciated, and if you don't wish to play, any sponsorship would be gratefully accepted. Tom O'Donovan 087 6547032, or James Tobin 087 6831368 are the men to get in touch with. AND SPEAKING OF GOLF... We would like to wish Shamrocks stalwart and Lismore Golf Club Captain the great Tom O'Donovan the best of luck with his Captain's Prize in Lismore Golf Club next weekend 15th and 16th July. Tom is a hard working Shamrocks Committee member, and we hope the sun shines brightly this weekend. 58 YEARS OF HEARTACHE FINALLY BANISHED! It is astonishing to think that Waterford had only ever beaten Kilkenny once in the Senior Hurling Championship since the GAA was formed, and not since 1959 subsequently. I realise that Waterford's paltry two All-Ireland titles pales into insignificance compared to the Cat's 30 plus, but Waterford have been in the top flight of hurling for a long time, even if we don't have the titles to show for it. So last Saturday's win over the old enemy was certainly significant, not only because it was historic, but to have victory almost snatched from their grasp as had so often happened in the past, but to be able to put that behind them and win comfortably in the end was a great tribute to their determination. I would argue that Waterford were at least 2 goals better than Kilkenny, but how many times in the past have the Cats beaten us from that position. I thought Tadhg de Burca was immense, and Jamie Barron seemed to get better as the game went on. I'm not sure that it will lead to the elusive All-Ireland, there are still some great teams left in it, but at least we have that monkey

off our back. What a night for Shamrock legend Eoin Murphy, perhaps he is the missing ingredient that Waterford needed to get past Kilkenny! 2 Games, 2 wins, you must be doing something right Murph! 'HON THE DEISE! WHILE I'M AT IT... Congratulations to neighbours Cork on their fully deserved Munster Final win last Sunday. The swagger is back, and with Galway, Tipp, Clare, Wexford, and of course the Deise still there, interesting times lie ahead! This could be a vintage year for hurling. THE SKY IS NOT THE LIMIT! I know I've had my rant about this subject before, but I am so disgusted with the GAA for signing away the rights to our National Games to Sky TV. There are a lot of people who were unable to go to the hurling double header in Thurles last Saturday evening, and instead of being able to watch the game live on our National TV Station, we have to subscribe to a British company to see it, or else go to a pub. This is so far removed from what the GAA's Founding Fathers envisaged for our National Games as to be almost an insult to them. Our Games are for all to see, not just those with a subscription to Sky. It is pure commercial greed on the part of the GAA, and I for one would welcome any suggestions as to how it can be reversed. National petition anyone? Michael Duignan let the GAA have it on the same subject on the Sunday Game last Sunday night, and I applaud the man for saying what everyone else is too afraid to say. When are you going to cop on, Croke Park?

Patricks St. Patrick’s VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR DUNGARVAN AGRICULTURAL SHOW The Dungarvan Agricultural Show takes place on Thursday, 27th July, 2017 St. Pat's are after getting a stall to sell tickets for "Split the Pot". In return the show committee have asked us to rotate 2 to 3 parents every 1 to 2 hours in the Tea Tent. We'll also want parents to operate the "Split the Pot" sales stand for an hour or two at a time. Interested volunteers can contact any team manager, mentor or committee member. It costs a lot of money to keep a club like St. Pat's going, we'd really appreciate any help parents or players might be able to give us for this event. Our thanks to Dungarvan Show for giving us this chance to raise some much needed funds. CÚL CAMP The next delivery of Cúl Camp gear will arrive on the 17th July. It's still not too late to book your child on to the best (and best value) Summer Camp. Organisers would appreciate any parents that are thinking of enrolling their children in the camp would do so as soon as possible. Not only will your children get a good wear out of their kit over the summer months but it will also help organisers plan the camp and decide on the number of coaches required. This year Cúl Camp takes place from the 7th to 11th August in Bohadoon. Booking & info is at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie U-12 GIRL'S FOOTBALL VS KILROSSANTY/BRICKEY RANGERS The St. Pat's girls made the journey to Leamybrien last night to take on a very strong Kilrossanty / Brickey Rangers team. There was a substantial physical difference between the two teams with the home team towering above the very young St. Pat's team. For much of the first half you couldn't really see where St. Pat's were going to get their scores from. At times it felt that the home team were going to walk away with the game but some dogged tackling, stubborn defending, last second clearances and goal line

saves kept us in the game. At the end of the first half we trailed by 6 points but in truth it could have been much more but for the spirit displayed by the St. Pat's squad. As the second half went on St. Pat's grew in confidence. Some very aggressive, direct running at the Kilrossanty / Brickey Rangers backs resulted in two well taken goals that closed the gap to 2 points. In the end time ran out before St. Pat's could complete their comeback. This was a great display by our young team, their ability to keep playing their own game in the face of adversity is a testament to the work that the coaches and mentors have done with them. Well done to the players of both sides for serving up a great game of entertaining football on a hot summer evening. MINOR FOOTBALL Naomh Bríd/St. Pat's took on Dungarvan on July 3rd in the Minor Football County Semi-Final in Fraher Field. Naomh Bríd/St. Pat's won on a scoreline of 2-10 to 0-8. Congratulations to the team, coaches and mentors. FUNDRAISING St. Pat's Juvenile GAA & Ladies Football Club main fundraising effort is our monthly draw "Split the Pot." Tickets for the next draw are available from Parents, Mentors, Healy's Daybreak - The Pike Service Station, Quill's Pub - The Pike, Dungarvan & Queally's Bar. Tickets €2 or 3 for €5. St. Pat's is a growing club with lots of financial commitments, your support of this draw is much appreciated. CLUB KIT The official Saint Patrick's Club Kit is available at www.oneills.com MEMBERSHIP All outstanding membership fees and forms need to be given to team mentors ASAP. A membership form is available to download on the club Facebook page @saintpatsgaa NOTES If any coaches or mentors have content for the notes please forward same to Willie Whelan 086 2748377 william@deisedesign.ie

Marys Juveniles St. Mary’s St. U-21 EASTERN FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS Dunhill was the venue last Wednesday evening, 5th July, for our eagerly awaited Eastern Final versus Ballyduff\Portlaw. On a beautiful evening, both teams served up an exciting game with our lads ability to get points proving invaluable despite conceding 3 goals. The first half saw us take the game to our opponents with early points from Adam Walsh, Niall Dunphy and Ciaran Kirwan before they goaled to put us back on our heels. The next 10 minutes saw both sides exchange points before Ballyduff\Portlaw goaled for a second time to take the lead, and they stretched it to four with the interval fast approaching. However, a good move finished to the net by Adam saw us trail by a solitary point at the break. Ciaran quickly equalized on the resumption and further points from Jack Dee, Alan Fitzsimmons, Dan Cusack, Niall and Ciaran saw us put daylight between the teams before a third goal put the game back in the melting pot. Still we held our composure, and some late points, allied with some good goalkeeping from Mike Dunphy and good defending kept the opposition at bay as we ran out winners by 1-17 to 3-9 which saw Luke Foran as the victorious captain. Comeragh Gaels now provide the opposition in the County Final which takes place this coming Friday evening in Fraher Field at 7.30 pm. We wish players and management the best of luck as we ask all our members to come along and cheer on the boys.

U-13 HURLING Our unbeaten run came to an end last Monday night, 3rd July, in the U-13 championship when Ballygunner ‘B’ got the better of us in a great tussle. On a perfect evening for the ancient game the first half was very much tit-for-tat with both teams going toe to toe in the point scoring stakes. Defences were on top in that opening half with James Harney and Ritchie Mullins the pick of ours as the sides retreated at 0-3 a piece at the break. On the resumption it was the turn of the forwards to get on top. We were first out of the traps with an early point before Jack Hennessy goaled to give us a 4 point cushion. But back came the Gunners, with two goals of their own, and it could have been more only for the brilliance of Adam Moynihan in the goal. At this stage we trailed by 5, but the lads showed great spirit to drag themselves back into the game. A free from Jack ended up being deflected to the net from a Ballygunner defender and when we pointed again it was back to the minimum with 5 minutes remaining. However the city outfit finished the game the stronger with 3 unanswered points to take the two points on a scoreline of 2-10 to 2-6. U-11 HURLING CITY LEAGUE Our ‘white’ team travelled to Tramore to take on the home team in the latest round of the league last Friday evening, 7th July. This Division 3 encounter was an entertaining game with the seaside outfit getting the better of us on this occasion by 1-6 to 0-1. Our thanks to the two Mary’s for looking after this team and it’s great credit to everyone that we have two U-11 teams with the league coming to an end and we fulfilling our fixtures. U-16 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP We got our campaign off to a winning start last Wednesday evening, 5th July, when we accounted for a game Clann Na Gael outfit in Butlerstown. A slow start, where we showed a lot of rustiness due to a lack of hurling and as a result we found ourselves a point behind at the halftime whistle. However we upped the ante in the second half and goals from Cathal Scanlon and Ben Kirwan eventually saw us stumble over the winning line. Final score St. Mary’s 2-12; Clann Na Gael 1-13. ST. MARY'S U-6S & 7S Our amazing u-6s coached by Grace Colbert and Niall Hennessey, and brilliant u-7s coached by Paul Clooney and Richard Queally attended a hurling blitz in Tramore on Monday, 3rd July and played exceptionally well against Clan na Gael and Tramore. Such is the enjoyment and love of the game that nearly 30 children from St. Mary's arrived eager to play. Every child got their game and showed tremendous skill and bravery as well as great sportsmanship, particularly Conor Murphy, Garreth O'Callaghan and Cormac Murphy who volunteered to play for a short sided Tramore. A big thank you to Brendan Power for all his help, to all the parents who supported and transported the teams and to Tramore GAA Club for hosting us once again. Our squad included: u-6s - Risteard Dowling, Eilish Dunphy, Sean Hubbart, Joe Jackman, Rachel Keane, Aobhionn Murphy, Conor Mulcahy, Adam O'Donnell, Mia O'Donnell, Ciara O'Sullivan, Evan O'Sullivan, Issac O'Sullivan, Conall Power, Fionn Power, Niall Power, Ruairi Power, Ellie Walsh, Lewis White; u-7s - Joe Bible, Conall Hennessey, Luke Kiely, Rian Moynihan, Conor Murphy, Cormac Murphy, Dale Power, Sean Power, Garreth O'Callaghan and Ollie Queally. Training continues every Saturday morning at Kill pitch, 10am until 22nd July, alternating hurling and gaelic football. Contact Grace 086 3289212 or Paul 086 3122504 for more information.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €3,800 as on Sunday night Eoin Daly was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 4 which when turned wasn’t the Joker but he did win €50. Tony and Siobhan and Shaun Hallihan won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar, Abbeyside Post Office and Crotty’s Corrner Bar. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL On Friday night last we played Colligan in the Western Championship in Fraher Field, where a strong first half display helped us to our fourth win in the Championship. We have one game remaining in the Championship against Dungarvan. Team: K. DWANE, D. McGRATH, D. HENLEY, G. BREEN, N. DEE, P. LYNCH, J. HURNEY, M. POWER, L. HURNEY, P. PHELAN, G. HURNEY, E. BRACKETT, R. RYAN, J. O’BRIEN, T. MURRAY. Subs: E. KIELY, E. ENRIGHT, C. MALONEY, J. DUGGAN, C. McCARTHY SENIOR FOOTBALL Our Senior Footballers played Rathgormack on Sunday morning last in Rathgormack in the County League where they recorded a very good win. They have now qualified for the Semi-Final of the League. JUNIOR HURLING This weekend both of our Junior teams are in Championship action. First up are our Junior B team who play Lismore in Cappoquin on Sunday morning at 12 noon and on Sunday evening our Junior C team play Kilgobinet in Fraher Field at 7 p.m. HOOLI LONG PUCK On behalf of all in the club we would like to congratulate Dungarvan GAA Club and especially the members of the organising committee of the Hooli Long Puck which was held last weekend. Following the success of last year it was always going to be a difficult task but huge credit to all involved for ensuring that this year’s event was another wonderful success. It was great to see so many of our own club members taking part in the Long Puck and in The Park Hotel later on Saturday night to round off a great day. Once again well done to all involved for organising a great event for a most worthy cause. FIELD BOOKINGS We ask that all team managers book their times for training/matches with Michael Donovan in advance of returning to training. Managers must notify Michael in advance if they wish to change from their allocated time. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo session continues in the CBS Hall this Sunday night with a jackpot of €1550 SYMPATHY On behalf of all in the club we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the O’Connor family on the death of Alice O’Connor in Clonmel recently. O’Connor’s Bar have been generous sponsors of our club for many years now and it has been the venue for many celebrations after County Finals. Once again we send our sympathies to Alice’s family but especially to Brian, Kay and Roisin and, of course, Alice Marie O’Connor.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg JUNIOR HURLING FIXTURE Clashmore/Kinsalebeg V Shamrocks will be played in Ardmore on Sunday, July 16th, at 12 noon. JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore/Kinsalebeg V An Rinn resulted in a win for our team. The final score was An Rinn 2-8; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-14. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE This match resulted in a victory for our opponents, Ballinacourty. The final score was Ballinacourty 3-16; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-10. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Paul Marks on winning €10,000 in the G.A.A. Club Lotto. It was a well deserved win for Paul, who is a loyal supporter of our weekly Lotto which is a great source of finance for the club. Well done, Paul. Enjoy your win. COMHGHAIRDEAS Well done to Brian O'Halloran and Tadhg de Búrca for their magnificent displays on Saturday last in the championship qualifier V Kilkenny. Both Brian and Tadhg made superb contributions to Waterford's long awaited, well deserved and decisive victory over Kilkenny. It is a great honour for the club that Tadhg received the Man of the Match award for his heroic efforts. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE GAA CLUB WEEKLY Club Nursery - Hurling This Saturday at 10 am! Our very successful Club Nursery takes place again this Saturday, July 15th at 10 am and this week it is hurling. Please try to bring hurleys or helmets as we only have a limited supply of these available. At the Nursery our little hurlers and footballers practice their skills, learn about fundamental movement and have fun with new and old friends. It's free to attend for anyone al-

11 to 12 year old group with Coaches Stephen Bennett and Aoife O'Neill at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

ready registered with the club. Club registration is €15 per child and a max of €30 per family. This is the final morning of the Nursery for a few weeks as we will take a break after the Cúl Camp. Clashmore Cúl Camp Starts on Monday! Our annual Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp takes place NEXT WEEK at the GAA Pitch in Clashmore and what an amazing week our local boys and girls have in store!! As well as five days of fun and games, the kids receive a half-zip, t-shirt and a gearbag. They will also get to meet some of our Cúl Camp Ambassadors for 2017, Austin Gleeson, Patrick Curran and our very own Tadhg Bourke! The gear for this summer has been delivered to clubs and it is proving a massive hit with kids and parents alike. The camp is always one of the biggest in the county and we are hoping to get our biggest attendance yet in 2017. The camp runs from Monday, July 17th to Friday, July 21st from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm. It is open to all boys and girls aged 6-13 and a child has to have been born in 2011 or before to attend. The cost is €60 for the first child in a family registered, €50 for a second child and €40 for the third and each subsequent child registered. To book, register at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie before Friday at 12:00 pm or register on any morning of the camp. You can also book a place by contacting Katie Fleming on 0879499266. Have a great week everyone! U-12 Football Training: Training for the U-12 football team takes place tonight (Weds) at 7:00 pm and we are hoping everyone available can make this training. The U-12 Town and Country football League is starting shortly and we wish the team the very best of luck in this. Club Shop: The club shop will be open on Wednesday evening (tonight) at 7:00 pm and will also be open on the first morning of the Cúl Camp next Monday morning if anyone needs hurleys, grips, helmets, etc. There is an excellent range of items for sale and prices are heavily discounted from what you'd pay on the high street.

Cumann Camógaíochta Camógaíochta Cumann na Rinne Rinne na D’ÓSTÁIL Foireann Fé 8 agus fé 10 Blitz Camogie an Satharn seo chaite i bPáirc Uí Shíothcháin. Thaistil slua mór cailín ó Chluain Fhia, Port an Chalaidh agus Dún na Mainistreach, le thart ar 90 cailín ag glacadh páirt. Ba mhór an ocáid é seo don Chlub agus bhí árd am ag na himritheoirí agus lucht leanúna. D’imrigh cailíní na Gaeltachta fé 8 i gcoinne Cluain Fhia agus Port an Chaladh agus d’imirigh cailíní fé 10 i gcoinne Cluain Fhia agus Dún na Mainistreach. Moladh mór tuillte ag na cailíní go léir a d’imirigh agus gach aoinne a chabhraigh ar an lá. Traenáil i bPáirc Uí Shiothcháin gach Déardaoin – fé 8 6-7 i.n., fé 10 agus fé 12 óna 78 i.n. An Under 8 and Under 10 Blitz was hosted on Saturday last by Cumann Camógaíochta na Rinne at Páirc Uí Shíothcháin. A large crowd gathered from Clonea, Ferrybank and Abbeyside,

with approximately 90 girls participating. This was a big event for the club and was enjoyed by the participants and their followers. The Under 8 girls played against Clonea and Portlaw, with the Under 10 girls playing Clonea and Abbeyside. Well done to the girls who played and all those who helped make this a successful occasion. Training every Thursday i Páirc Uí Shíothcháin under 8 6–7 p.m. and under 10 and under 12 from 7–8 p.m.

Melleray/Glen Rovers SPORTS DAY AND RACE NIGHT On Saturday night, the 15th July we will be holding a race night in the Sportsman’s Bar, Cappoquin. Cards are on sale shortly with owners, trainers and jockeys all available to buy. If any person or business is interested in sponsoring a race please contact any GAA committee member. Our thanks to all who have already sponsored some of the races and it is great to see such great support of our small club. It will be a fun night and we hope that the community come out in force and support the night. Our thanks to John O’Rourke for hosting the night. Our annual Sports and Gala day will be held on Sunday, 16th July. Always a great day out for the family with plenty to keep the family entertained. As part of the Sports Day we will have our Grand raffle with some great prizes on offer for just €2 a ticket: 1. 2 nights B&B and 1 Evening meal in Killarney Hotel 2. Fota Wildlife Park family pass & €100 spending money 3. €150 East Cork Oil Fuel Voucher 4. 1 years membership for Melleray Glen Rovers GAA Lotto (valued at €104) 5. Hamper The draw will be held at 5 p.m. on Sunday, 16th July, 2017 at our club Sports Day at Melleray/Glen Rovers GAA pitch. Tickets are now on sale and available from any committee member. LOTTO There was no winner of our lotto for Sunday, 9th July, 2017. The numbers drawn were 17, 18, 19, 26. Consolation prize winners were Naoise Burke, Pauline Cliffe and Danny Buckley. Next week’s jackpot is €5,550. If you are interested in playing the lotto or signing up weekly contact any GAA committee member and our thanks to all who support the weekly lotto. Our next draw takes place on Sunday, 16th July, 2017. INTER-COUNTY After a very edgy last 10 minutes in normal time, Waterford beat their old rivals Kilkenny in extra-time last Saturday in Thurles. A quarter-final now awaits against Wexford, which is a great opportunity for a shot at Cork or Galway in a semifinal. CLUB SCENE We played Clerihan away last week in a challenge game and had a good run out with a one point win despite being a man short for the game.

Our youthful two man full forward line of Mike O’Rourke and John O’Dwyer both raised green flags. Still no fixtures yet for the next round of the Junior hurling championship. MELLERAY VINTAGE CLUB Lismore Silage Exhibition returns........ 23rd July 2017 Bigger and better with more exciting classic and vintage machinery cutting silage for your viewing pleasure. Come along and enjoy all 'the craic' and good times in grounds of Lismore Castle. The premier silage event that promises to be an action packed festival of fun with the following: - Tractor pulling championships - Ford 100 year celebration - Classic and vintage silage harvesting demonstrations - Artisan food stalls and trade stands - Seamus Moore performing live - and much, much more.

Mitchels John Mitchels INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Do to being on holidays I've had no notes in for quiet a while. Since then we've played 2 rounds of football against St. Saviour’s and Tramore. We lost the St. Saviour’s game 2-14 to 1-11 having been level with 10 mins to go. That result meant we couldn't lose against Tramore if we were to progress to the quarter final. We played Tramore in Kill on Friday evening and ran out 2-10 to 0-11 winners. The goals coming from Bobby Landers and Alan Walsh. It was a great team performance all round and puts us into the Quarter-Final in late August. UNDERAGE Training this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Hope to see everyone there. CONFINED DRAW Some of the most recent winners have been Robbie Power, John ‘Snail’ Power, Gerry Wall and Tony Kirwan. Thanks to everyone for their continued support. WATERFORD TEAM Congratulations to the Waterford hurlers who did the County proud on Saturday evening in Thurles. To beat the Cats after so many years meant a lot to everyone. Let’s hope they can go all the way!

Upper Ballyduff Ballyduff Upper HURLING TOURNAMENT IN TALLOW Last Saturday morning Ballyduff’s junior hurlers took part in a tournament in Tallow. Four teams took part: hosts Tallow, fellow neighbours Tourin and Tyrone club Naomh Colmcille. In the semi-final, Ballyduff were drawn against Tourin and claimed a 2-15 to 0-14 win. In the final, Naomh Colmcille proved too strong and took the title with a 2-14 to 0-6 victory. Well done to all those who took part and many thanks to Tallow GAA for organising the tournament, for their invitation and for their hospitality. JUNIOR HURLING FIXTURE Ballyduff will play Tallow in the Western Junior

Hurling Championship in Lismore on Friday, July 14th. Throw-in is at 7.30 pm and all support is welcome.

CappoquinCamogie Camogie Cappoquin CLOTHES COLLECTION Thinking of clearing out your wardrobe, we will be holding a clothes collection to raise funds for the club over the next few weeks. Please keep or collect any clothes, you would be disposing of, we will be collecting in early September. SUMMER CAMP Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps are on in the Cappoquin/Affane GAA pitch 17th - 21st of July for all boys and girls aged 6-13. You can get more information and register your child online at kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie U-8/U-10 BLITZ Cappoquin hosted a blitz last Saturday. U-10's played three matches against Modeligo, Lismore and Ballyduff, losing to Modeligo and Lismore and beating Ballyduff. U-8' girls were on top form and played two great games against Modeligo and Ballyduff. Brilliant performance by all players. A special thanks to the referees and to all the parents who helped on the day with teas and sandwiches. TRAINING U-8/U-10 training Thursdays, 6-7pm U-12/U-14 training Tuesday 6-7 and Thursday 6:15/7:15 U-16 training Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7.30 and Sundays at 10 am U-18/Senior training Wednesday, Friday at 7.30 and Sundays at 10 am Please contact the club for further details.

Kilmacthomas Kilmacthomas INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Our intermediate footballers got their year underway by beating Kill in a play-off for a quarterfinal place on Friday night last. With a magnificent individual goal from Dean Walsh within the first five minutes it gave us a great start. Kill rattled a goal not long after we did but before we knew it we had another goal put away when David Hallihan’s effort hit the roof off the net. Some nice scores from Adam Walsh and David Hallihan throughout the game kept us in the lead and also some good play from all of our backs. We managed to get over the line on a scoreline of 2-12 to 2-08. The lads now go through to a quarter-final where they will meet De La Salle in a couple of weeks. JUNIOR HURLING Our junior hurlers are out this weekend when they play at home to Portlaw in a must win game. The lads have to win their next two games to qualify for the quarter-finals. They drew with Erins Own in their last game in a high scoring contest. Date and time TBC. COMMITTEE Anyone interested in joining the committee can do so by contacting any of the club members.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 July, 2017

Brickey Rangers LOTTO Numbers drawn 2-23-24-29. No winner €25 to each of the following: Oisin & Niamh Fogarty; Vicky O’Donnell, Murray Boys and Fintan Gee Thursday night's draw will be held in The Local Bar with a jackpot of €3,000. PICNIC IN THE PARK The long awaited return of The Picnic In The Park is just around the corner as we welcome you all to Bushy Park this Sunday, 16th July. The gates will open at 2.30 pm where you will be welcomed with some great live music from our fantastic bands Out The Gap & The Old Rogues and some scrumptious food from our fresh BBQ while the kids are entertained with all our activities. So come along to Bushy Park on Sunday where a great day is guaranteed. Tickets at the gate: Adults €10, U-18 €5, U-12 FREE. DEISE DRAW Reminder that July Deise Draw money is due to Mary McGrath this week. SYMPATHY Sympathy of the club is extended to Lorraine Fox and Family Carrigroe, on the death of her father Noel Marian. May he rest in peace. JUVENILE NOTES U-16 hurling: Well done to our boys who defeated De La Salle 3-14 to 2-8 last Wednesday evening. U-14 & U-13 hurling: Our U-13's had a tough match against a very strong An Rinn team last Monday evening. Unfortunately, our boys lost the game 4-14 to 1-4. Next U14 game V Lismore Monday, 17th July. U12 Football: The first game in the town & country league V Clashmore will take place Friday. U-11 hurling: Brickeys u-11 hurlers played Dungarvan on Friday in a very close and competive outing full of commitment and guts in which the Brickeys ran out eventual winners. Well done to all players involved. Thanks to Dungarvan GAA for hosting the game. U-10 hurling continues every Saturday at 10:30 am. U-8 hurling & football every Saturday 10:30 am. Sympathy: The Juvenille Club would like to extend our sincere sympathy to Lorraine, Brian, Aisling, Roisin and Brian Og on the death of Lorraine’s father, Noel Marian. May he rest in peace.

Modeligo WEST INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Modeligo 2-14; Stradbally 1-7 (Played Friday, July 7th, 2017 in Bushy Park) The lads made it five wins from five in the Group stages of this year's Intermediate Football Championship as they overcame a dogged Stradbally side in Bushy Park on Friday evening last. It was a tough performance throughout, with both sides contributing to a physical game, and the lads had to work hard right up to the final whistle. Well done to Conor and all those involved. Modeligo now have one game left against Dungarvan to play in this group, with no details of this fixture confirmed yet. WEST INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE St. Mary's 3-20; Modeligo. 3-13 (Played on Sunday, July 9th in Kirwan Park, Touraneena) The Touraneena side proved to sharper on Sunday evening last, as they secured a win by seven points in this final game in this year's League. Despite being missing a few regulars, Modeligo led by a point at the break, but St. Mary's found scores much easier to come by in the second half and ran out convincing winners in the end. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Happy Birthday Carmel Dalton, Graiguemore, Modeligo who reaches Eighty years young on Wednesday! Carmel has been one of our most loyal supporters for many a year and we wish her a Happy Birthday! DÉISE HURLERS Kilkenny have finally been beaten in the championship, so at least that mental block is now lifted, and on Monday morning last, we learned that they will face Wexford on Sunday, July 23rd in Páirc Uí Chaoimh at 4 pm in the AllIreland Quarter-final. Best wishes to Derek McGrath and all the squad for this game, and well done on what will yet prove to be a momentous result and achievement on Saturday evening last. U-14 WESTERN 'A' HURLING FINAL Very Best wishes to the Under 14 lads of Naomh Bríd/St. Pats who line out in the rearranged Western Hurling Final against Abbeyside on Thursday evening next, July 13th in Fraher Field. Throw-in here is timed for 6 p.m. DIVISION 2 COUNTY MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Naomh Bríd Minor Footballers are still awaiting details of their County Final, although it is likely that the game will go ahead after this coming weekend.

Allianz Cumann Na mBunscol Co. Finals Hurling and Camogie. St. Mary’s Dungarvan beaten by Ballygunner in the Roinn A Camogie final. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Please keep an eye on social media and the Waterford GAA website for further details, and we wish the lads all the very best in the Final. UNDER 21 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Comeragh Gaels vrs. St. Mary's Again, full details of this fixture are yet to be confirmed, but the Under 21 Footballers of Comeragh Gaels are due to face St. Mary's hailing from Kill, Bonmahon and Newtown in this year's Division 2 County Final, with the game provisionally arranged for this weekend. We wish everyone involved with Comeragh Gaels the best of luck for this final, and would ask everyone to Please keep an eye on social media & the Waterford GAA website for further details.

Sliabh gCua/ St Mary's DEISE DRAW The 3rd Deise draw will take pace Wednesday, 12th July in Stradbally. Great prizes to be won! CONGRATULATIONS ON WINNING THE JOKER JACKPOT Congratulations to Elanor Hickey on winning the Joker jackpot of €800. New jackpot of €100 will be up for grabs next Saturday. ST. MARY'S DEFEATE MODELIGO INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE Congratulations to St. Mary's who secured a win over Modeligo in Kirwan Park on Sunday last. Final score St. Mary's 3-20; Modeligo 3-13 UP COMING FIXTURES St. Mary's vs Shamrocks next Sunday, 16th July in Knockanore at 7 pm. DON STIFFE CONCERT Sliabh gCua / St. Mary's would like to welcome Don Stiffe, who will perform a concert at Touraneena Community Centre Friday, 21st July, 2017. Don Stiffe is one of the greatest singer/songwriters to have emerged on the Irish folk scene in recent years, receiving critical acclaim and award both at home and abroad. Don is a passionate and talented singer whose impressive performance style has moved audiences all over the world. Stiffe’s version of the "Dimming of the Day", by Richard Thompson won “Vocal Cut of the Year’ at the Live Ireland 2010 Award. This song featured on his debut solo album, “Start of a Dream, which was originally released in 2006, achieving much critical acclaim. The renowned Irish Music Magazine described the musical quality of the album as being “in the Premier League”. The array of talented musicians playing on the album are testament to the respect that is held for Don in the Irish Music world, with guest performances from Frankie Gavin, Sharon Shannon, Arty McGlynn, Cathal Hayden and Carol Hession, to name but a few. It's sure to be a super event with more details to follow.

Newtown/Ballydurn Newtown/Ballydurn INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Despite losing to Bunmahon last Friday night, we have qualified for the next round of the intermediate football championship JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our game against Mt. Sion this Friday night has been postponed due to St. Mary’s u-21 foot-

ballers playing in the B County Final ST. MARY’S U-21 FOOTBALL Congratulations to St. Mary’s on winning the Eastern football title beating Portlaw/Ballyduff and will play their County Final this coming weekend, date and venue to be comfirmed. Best of luck to all involved.

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