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Glanbia Shared Services Centre reopened By Paul Mooney GLANBIA has reopened its Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan just over a year after the building was destroyed by fire. A large section of the Shared Services Centre, which is based at Lower Main Street, Dungarvan, was gutted in the blaze on 24th January, 2014. Following the fire, services provided by the Shared Services Centre continued uninterrupted in temporary accommodation provided at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre. Glanbia’s Shared Services Centre supplies services and support for Glanbia businesses across the globe including Payroll, Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Shares and Pensions. The company operates in 34 countries with annual revenue of over €3.5bn. Last Thursday afternoon, the redeveloped Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan, which employs over 90 people, was officially reopened by the group’s Chairman, Henry Corbally and Managing Director, Siobhán Talbot. “Dungarvan has always been in

Glanbia’s DNA as the former home of Waterford Foods and today the town remains a central part of Glanbia’s infrastructure including the Glanbia Central Laboratory, the Glanbia Co-op Share Office as well as the EMEA Shared Services Office which we are formally reopening today,” said Glanbia Chairman, Henry Corbally. “On behalf of the Board of Glanbia I would like to congratulate everybody who has been involved in making today happen.” Glanbia’s Managing Director, Siobhán Talbot said she is delighted to see the offices back in good working order and open for business. “We never wavered for a moment in our commitment to rebuild and it is fantastic to see how everybody here in Dungarvan came together to ensure that the proud links between Glanbia and the town continue to grow,” said Ms. Talbot. “I was here on the night of the fire and I would like to take the opportunity to publicly thank the Fire Service for their professional and prompt response. There is no doubt that without them the scale of the challenge we faced would have been much greater,” she said. Continued on page 5

Colligan girl to tour U.S. with Comhaltas CLARA Mannion, a young concertina player from Colligan is one of just fourteen musicians and dancers selected to perform in America as part of the 2015 Comhaltas Concert Tour. The concert tour which commences in October, showcases all that is best in Irish traditional entertainment, and generates huge audiences wherever it performs - particularly in New York and Chicago. The Tours features a mix of established artistes together with up-and-coming young stars. Many of these younger performers like Clara, have already achieved All-Ireland championship status. Indeed, before she leaves for America, Clara will be heading to Sligo and Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, competing in the All Ireland final as Munster Senior Concertina Champion.This is Clara’s first attempt at

the senior crown, having previously won the All-Ireland in the under-18 category. Musically gifted, Clara is also a natural and popular teacher. In recent years she has taken many young students under her wing, imparting her knowledge and expertise on her chosen instrument. She teaches weekly classes in The Dungarvan School of Trad in St. Mary Street in Dungarvan, and is regularly asked to provide concertina workshops throughout the country – the most recent being last month during the Phil Murphy Weekend in Wexford, where she conducted workshops alongside well-known musicians Ciaran Sommers, Tara Breen and Conor Moriarty. We would like to congratulate Clara, and wish her the best of luck in Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann and also on her American concert tour with Comhaltas!

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WEATHER OUTLOOK TODAY will be dry with good sunny spells. Highest temperatures of 17 to 20 degrees with light variable breezes. Tonight will be dry with clear spells. Lowest temperatures of 7 to 11 degrees. Thursday will be warm and largely dry with good sunny spells. It will be a bit cloudier in the southeast with a slight risk of a few showers. Highest temperatures of 17 to 21 degrees with light variable breezes. It will be warmest in the east. Friday will continue mainly dry in many areas with sunny spells. It will feel a bit cooler with light to moderate westerly breezes and highest temperatures of 15 to 20 degrees. Saturday looks like being cooler and cloudier with outbreaks of rain in Munster, which may be heavy at times. Highest temperatures of 15 to 18 degrees. Sunday will bring a mix of sunny spells and scattered showers. These will be mainly in Connacht and Ulster and a few may be heavy. Highest temperatures of 15 to 18 degrees with mostly moderate southwest breezes.

Further evidence tourism is increasing WATERFORD hoteliers, guesthouses and the tourism industry will welcome further evidence that there is strong growth in the number of visitors to Ireland this year, according to figures released by the Central Statistics Office. The figures show an 11.7 percent increase for trips to Ireland in the first six months of this year. During the same period in 2013, that figure stood at 5.4 percent, but it doubled for 2014 to 10.3 percent; and increased again to 11.7 percent for 2015. According to the figures, trips to Ireland by North American residents increased by 18.3 percent in the period April to June, 2015, while trips by residents of European countries increased by 10.4 percent. Trips to Ireland from residents of Britain increased by 5.8 percent. The increase in visitors to Ireland will be very welcome news for hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses and other businesses operating in the tourism industry. It will also be welcome news for County Waterford, which is currently focusing on developing its ‘Deise Greenway’, as well as many other events and festivals in the area, including the Comeraghs Wild Festival, which will be held in September. This year’s increase in visitors provides a welcome boost to the tourism industry and builds on the strong performance of last year. Last year, there were a total of 7.6m trips to Ireland, according to the figures from CSO. So far this year, there have been 3.87m trips to Ireland and in the first two quarters of 2015, the number of trips to Ireland has increased on the same period last year. It is expected that the total number of trips to Ireland this year should exceed 7.8m. Meanwhile, the number of Irish residents taking a trip overseas increased in the first six months of 2015, compared to the same period in 2014. The CSO figures show that there were 3.23m Irish residents’ trips abroad between January and June, 2015 - during the same period in 2014, there were 2.94m Irish residents’ trips abroad. In total, there were 6.48m Irish residents’ trips overseas in 2014. That figure is expected to increase to 6.5m for 2015.

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Mental health wellness workshop to be held in Dungarvan By Paul Mooney

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A MENTAL health Wellness Workshop will be held in Dungarvan this September, which aims to help people understand and take responsibility for their own mental health. The Wellness Workshop is being hosted by charity ‘Suicide or Survive’ (SOS) in partnership with the County of Waterford and will be held on Tuesday, 1st September, in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan, from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Lunch is included. Attendance at the Wellness Workshop is free of charge, but booking is essential to secure your place. SOS is committed to running Wellness Workshops in every community in Ireland and are currently running a series of

workshops throughout the country which are being offered free of charge to participants, thanks to our wonderful funders the National Office of Suicide Prevention, our Donors and our Fundraisers. The Wellness Workshop in Dungarvan is being funded from money raised from a 50k Charity Cycle which was held in Lemybrien last Easter to raise awareness of mental health and suicide. The 50k cycle was a huge success, thanks to the efforts of organiser, Cllr. Liam Brazil, Cathaoirleach of Comeragh District Council. Caroline McGuigan, CEO and Founder of SOS who visited Dungarvan last May to accept a cheque for €12,000 raised from the Easter charity cycle, which was presented by Cllr. Brazil, said the money raised from the 50k

cycle will be used to fund support services for mental health in the local area. Speaking to this newspaper last May, Ms. McGuigan said everybody has mental health, the same as you would have physical health and dental health, and if you don’t look after your mental health, you are bound to take a dip at some stage. She said the Wellness Workshop will be informal, relaxed and facilitated by people with both life experience of mental health difficulties and people with experience of working in various mental health areas. The facilitators will come from very diverse backgrounds including clinical psychology, motivational speakers, lived life experiences and trained therapists. They combine personal testimony with practical tools and

tips that you can use in your everyday life to improve your own wellness. Throughout the day the workshop will look at our thinking process, the wellness continuum, mindfulness, personality traits, and the wheel of change. This is all done in a very interactive non-intrusive and fun way. Areas covered on the day include relaxation and stress management, understanding the relationship between thoughts and emotions, developing a wellness toolkit and daily plan. EARLY BOOKING ADVISABLE If you, or anyone you know, would like to attend, then please contact Jacqui or Lisa on Lo-call: 1890-577-577 to book your FREE place. *Please note that bookings can only be taken by telephone.*

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Bumper crowds and best ever fields confirmed for August Racing Festival in Tramore August 13th – 16th

BUMPER crowds of 20,000 plus are expected and due to increased prize money, competitive fields will be expected, for this week’s Waterford & Tramore August Racing Festival.The four day event begins on Thursday, (August 13th), and is expected to generate €2m plus for the local and regional economy. Over 100 local people are directly employed during the Festival which sees Champion Trainer and Director at Tramore Racecourse, Willie Mullins, go head to head with other trainers such as Henry De Bromhead, Gordon Elliot and John Oxx. All the leading jockeys will also be bidding for honours, among them Ruby Walsh and Davy Russell, Paul Townend and Andrew Lynch. The prize fund has been increased again this year, with a very alluring €325,000 purse on offer. The four day August festival opens with the ‘Hurlers & Horses’ evening meeting on Thursday 15th, with the county’s hurling heroes, their management team and their families as guests. Club Déise has put together a fun evening of events in the Festival Marquee with a prize on offer for the Best Dressed Supporter. The

first race gets underway at 5.10 p.m. Friday’s racing is also an evening meeting, again starting at 5.10 p.m. and the Festival Marquee is definitely the place to be. It will feature top tipsters, with entertainment late into the evening with The Unusual Suspects. Saturday is a Style Evening on the track. The House of Waterford Crystal and Red Lane.ie have teamed up for an amazing Style Evening on Saturday with over €2,500 worth of prizes on offer. The first race on Saturday is off at the earlier time of 4.10 p.m. Stylist, Cathy O’Connor, will be there on Saturday to pick the winner. One lucky lady will scoop a €1,000 Redlane.ie voucher and the 'Mixology' collection of Waterford Crystal. Nine finalists each take home a goody bag which includes a Redlane.ie voucher and a pair of Waterford Crystal cocktail glasses. Sunday’s Family Fun afternoon is always a massive hit and features a fun afternoon for all the family. Sunday’s meeting includes the very best of racing, live music and entertainment in a safe, relaxed environment. Enjoy First Class Castles, The Exploration Dome, Klub Muzik

and loads more. The first race on Sunday is underway at 2.20 p.m. Speaking at the launch of the Style Evening, Catherine Keighery, owner of Redlane Boutique said: “As one of the highlights of the August Racing Festival in Tramore, we are thrilled here at Redlane to be on board as a sponsor for the annual Style Evening.The Redlane brand has grown its presence nationwide over the past 10 years and we are constantly looking for events like Style Evening to further enhance this. “The style stakes at Tramore are always quite high and this year will be no different, with a prize pot of €2,500 up for grabs for the winner of the sartorial race. We’ve no doubt that Cathy O’Connor will be wowed by the style in Tramore, she has a tough job ahead of her!” House of Waterford Crystal’s Sales and Marketing Director David McCoy said they are equally delighted to be on board for such a great local event. "House of Waterford Crystal is delighted to support a fantastic event at Tramore, which is a great showcase for the best in Racing, Entertainment & Style in Ireland." • To book your tickets and find out more, log on to www.tramoreracecourse.com

Fashion stakes! Redlane’s Sinead O’Reilly, Teresanne O’Reilly, Mary O’Reilly and Catherine Keighery, boutique owner, pictured at the launch of Style Evening at Waterford and Tramore Racecourse on August 15th. The competition is one of many highlights of the Waterford and Tramore August Racing Festival which runs from August 13th-16th.

West Waterford g o e s to t h e Tramore Races A NEW super offer has been introduced between the pubs of West Waterford, CRY Radio Youghal and Tramore Racecourse to facilitate racegoers from West Waterford and environs to enjoy an all inclusive evening of racing in Tramore on Friday, August 14th, with the added attraction of a visit to Henry De Bromhead’s yard before the races start. A return luxury coach will depart from the following locations around West Waterford, i.e. Youghal: Bertie’s Bar / Tallow: tbc /Lismore: The Classroom and Eamon’s Place / Cappoquin: The Railway Bar and Dungarvan: The Park Hotel. The €40 ticket includes return coach, visit to Henry De Bromhead’s yard, Admission to Tramore Races, with free race card, €5 Drink and €5 Food vouchers. Youghal native jockey Davy Russell gave the new initiative the thumbs up “It’s a brilliant offer and it would be great to get more people from West Waterford going racing in Tramore. It is the County racecourse and has always been a lucky one for me. I look forward to seeing some more local faces around the parade ring during the upcoming August Festival.”

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Glanbia turns misfortune into opportunity at Dungarvan Shared Services Centre By Paul Mooney THE fire which destroyed Glanbia’s Shared Services building in Dungarvan, in January, 2014, was very unfortunate for the company, but it did not unduly disrupt its processing which operates from the building on a global scale. The company have bounced back with vigour and turned the misfortune into an opportunity, by redesigning the whole building and centralising many of its services on the site. The Shared Services Centre is based at Lower Main Street, Dungarvan. The media were given a thorough tour of the newly redesigned Shared Services Centre last Thursday afternoon, prior to the official reopening of the building. It is an unassuming building, set back from the

road behind a barrier, but inside, it is an impressive, bright, modern office working space for its 90+ employees who work there. As Tony Minogue, General Manager of Glanbia Business Services noted, the building before the fire was full of ‘nooks and crannies’, with dark, narrow corridors and very little light - incompatible for a Shared Services Centre. He said it was “a long year” following the fire which destroyed the Shared Service Centre, but it provided Glanbia with a great opportunity to redesign the building. As you pass by, it can be hard to believe that the location is at the centre of the Glanbia empire - processing over 330,000 invoices and collecting in excess of €3.5bn through electronic transfers, direct debits and cheques (no

cash); payroll processing for its 2,400 employees in Ireland; and thousands of other employees based around the world in 30 other countries; pension payments; Accounts receivable and accounts payable, dealing with 20,000 customers and collecting around €3bn in turnover; VAT compliance and returns for its businesses in more than ten other countries across the EU; administration of support payments to its active farmer members; shares; and much more. Managing Director, Siobhán Talbot pointed out that the wider Glanbia organisation did not realise the fire happened at the time, because of the ‘business continuity plan’ which was invoked and the seamless and fast transition of the team to get up and running. Mr. Minogue said within two hours of the fire, they

had 50 of their staff at various locations around Dungarvan and Kilkenny, up and running, and just over a week later, the staff were back on site, accommodated thanks to their adjacent neighbours Dungarvan Enterprise Centre. “It is a real testimony to the great ethos and ethic that is in Glanbia worldwide, and really resonated here on that terrible day in January, 2014,” Ms. Talbot said. She said that after the fire broke out, there was concern expressed about what Glanbia would do. “We were delighted from the outset that we would be reinvesting and building the business back up,” said Ms. Talbot. “The activity here in the Shared Service Centre in Dungarvan very much enables the growth of Glanbia. We are a growing

Siobhán Talbot, Group Managing Director, and Henry Corbally, Glanbia Chairman, present a wall plaque to Tony Minogue, General Manager Glanbia Business Services, and Mike Davis, Glanbia Shared Services Director, at the official re-opening of Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

and very ambitious organisation and we have fantastic people working here and we will continue to see that develop and grow over the years ahead. “This facility supports so much of the activities which we do across the 34 countries globally.” She expressed thanks to her colleagues who mobilised to ensure there was no interruption to the processing and operations and praised the team spirit evident at the Dungarvan site. “It is a great working environment and I’ve no doubt that it will be very much part of the continued story of growth and ambition that is Glanbia,” she added. Mr. Minogue expressed his thanks to the emergency services,Waterford Council, and Dungarvan Enterprise Centre for all their support and help during the disas-

Flashback to January, 2014, when the fire broke out at Glanbia’s Shared Services Centre, at Lower Main Street, Dungarvan. ter; as well as the architects, designers and construction workers for their work on the revamped Shared Services Centre. He also thanked Ms. Talbot, Mark Garvey and the Board of Glanbia for

their continued support and reinvestment in the Dungarvan facility. “It is a strong endorsement of the commitment of Glanbia to Dungarvan and Shared Services,” said Mr. Minogue.

At the official re-opening of Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan were Tom Corcoran, John Nugent, Pat Fennell and Michael Keane. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

At the official re-opening of Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan were Paudie Coffey (centre) Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government; Siobhán Talbot, Group Managing Director and Henry Corbally, Glanbia Chairman. Included are: Tony Minogue, General Manager, Glanbia Business Services (far right); and from left: Lar Power, Waterford City and County Council; Mike Davis, Shared Services Director Glanbia; and Michael Walsh, Chief Executive Waterford City and County Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

At the official re-opening of Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan were Nora Walsh, Eileen Hennebry and Lauren Allen. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Official re-opening of Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan – Tony Minogue, General Manager, Glanbia Business Services, cuts the tape to officially re-open Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan. Included are Siobhán Talbot, Group Managing Director; Henry Corbally, Glanbia Chairman; Mike Davis, Shared Services Director, and Fr. Michael Breathnach. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Glanbia Shared Services Centre re-opened FROM FRONT PAGE “There were of course many others who helped us to overcome a very difficult situation including the fantastic assistance and support we received from the likes of the County Council, the Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and the local community. “In particular I would like to recognise the great effort made by so many people in our own organisation in how they responded to that fire and specifically the staff based here in Dungarvan. You certainly demonstrated the resilience and the ‘can do’ attitude that we are so proud of in Glanbia,” added Ms. Talbot. Tony Minogue, General Manager, Glanbia Business Services said that despite the major disruption caused by the fire our Shared Services Centre’s work and services continued uninterrupted and this is thanks in no small way to the great support we got locally from Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and Waterford City and County Council. “Special thanks for ensuring that

work continued as normal goes to our staff for their fantastic support and flexibility to ensure that the fire had no impact to the services provided by them to our Glanbia businesses globally. Our thanks also to our building contractor John McGrath,Terra Nua and all his staff for their excellent work on the new building project,” said Mr. Minogue. Waterford Minister Paudie Coffey, who was present at the official reopening, described it as a “huge vote of confidence by Glanbia PLC in Dungarvan and Waterford”. “I’m delighted to attend the reopening of Glanbia Shared Services in Dungarvan, as Minister of State representing the government,” said Minister Paudie Coffey. “I had a tour of the facility and saw it first hand - there are over 90 highly professional staff who are trading globally around the world on behalf of the company. “This is a huge vote of confidence by Glanbia PLC in Dungarvan and Waterford. Glanbia’s Managing

Director, Siobhán Talbot, outlined to me further growth plans they have for the company, which is a huge boost for Waterford and the south east region. “I want to wish them all very well in the future,” Minister Coffey added. St. Augustine’s Church and Friary House are the closest neighbours to Glanbia’s Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan, and Father Tony Egan OSA and Father Michael Breathnach OSA, representing the Augustinian Order, were present at the official reopening ceremony. Father Breathnach, an Abbeyside man, led the prayers and blessing of the facility. A plaque, which will be erected at the site, was presented to Tony Minogue and Mike Davis, Shared Services Director, by Henry Corbally and Siobhán Talbot. Tours of the facility were provided, while Eunice Power Catering provided the tasty food and refreshments.

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Pictured at a photocall for Waterford Harvest Festival are Waterford Harvest Festival Chairman, Paul Nolan (Business Development Manager of Dawn Meats) with Luca Fitzgerald (6) and Poppy Carter (5). The Harvest Festival takes place in Waterford City on the weekend of the 11th to 13th September, 2015. [Patrick Browne]

Waterford food heroes assemble! Waterford Harvest Festival to celebrate local food pioneers WATERFORD has built a reputation as one of the country’s most progressive food producing counties. From farmers and growers, to restaurateurs, small producers and market leaders, all have put the Waterford stamp firmly on the international food landscape. Waterford Harvest Festival is a showcase for great people and their great food! The 7th Waterford Harvest Festival takes place throughout Waterford City from Friday, September 11th, to Sunday, September 13th, with something to suit all taste buds! Waterford City’s main thoroughfares will be transformed into a smorgasbord of flavours, aromas and heritage with festival markets, harvest kitchens, wine appreciation classes, junior food craft classes, celebrity cooking demonstrations and much more. Festival Chairman, Paul Nolan said the Festival will put a well-deserved spotlight on Waterford Food Heroes. “Heroes is a pretty grand term, but that is what they are! Waterford is enjoying a resurgent food movement and that is down to those who grow, cultivate, produce, create, serve and champion great local food.” “It is worth noting that we now have a number of

producers working together as they realise that their strength lies in collaboration in order to harness the Waterford food brand. Some examples of these collaborations include EnterpRISING Food Network, EAT Waterford and the Waterford Blaa Bakers Association.” “We want to give these heroes the opportunity to showcase what they do best and what better way than at the Waterford Harvest Festival.” Dermot Walsh of Walsh’s Bakehouse has been bringing the local traditional delicacy, the Blaa, not just to the people of Waterford, but overseas, since it was awarded coveted Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status. Looking forward to this year’s Harvest Festival, Dermot said Waterford Harvest Festival is a great platform for local and regional food producers, growers and restaurants. “It is heartening to see food producers working together throughout the Festival to promote the food culture of Waterford and its surroundings. Not only is there a clear objective to develop the local food economy, there is an overwhelming passion by all involved to output high calibre, local produce, day in, day out.”

Following the success of Harvest 2014, this year’s events will cover even greater areas of Waterford City to include Ballybricken and Arundel Square. Events will include the Festival Market on the Mall, Enterprising Food Market, Harvest Kitchen, Oyster Festival, Viking Rocks Craft Beerfest,Trad Craft Corner, Farm to Fork, Picnic ‘n’ Play in the Park, GIY GROW Fest, and the Big Taste in John Robert’s Square. This year’s festival promises a congruence of sights, sounds, tastes and aromas with cookery demonstrations, foodie films, tastings and workshops, all making Waterford City one big street party for Harvest weekend. All roads lead to Waterford from September 11th to 13th. If you want to know more, the Waterford Harvest Festival full programme of events is available on http://www.waterfordharvestfestival.ie A Festival brochure will be distributed and also widely available throughout the City and County over the coming weeks. Be sure to keep up to date on all things Harvest Fest by checking it out on Facebook and Twitter #WaterfoodHeroes and #WhattheFork

REPRESENTATIVES of the Chamber met with senior engineers from the Smarter Travel team on Wednesday 5th August, to discuss the current status of the project and expectations going forward. • The Chamber would like to make you aware of the following information resulting from that meeting: • The Smarter Travel Grattan Square contract was put out to tender last week • Tenders are due back 28th August, 2015 • The delay is due to the ongoing work of the design team. (reasons below) • From the date of commencement, the project will take 36 weeks minimum of work to complete. Work will not proceed during the month of

December. • No response has been received to the application for additional funding for other streets in Dungarvan • The Smarter Travel team will print maps identifying municipal parking printed without delay, to be distributed in advance of the work, as requested by the Chamber. • The Chamber has requested and Smarter Travel has agreed, that Ecopies of said maps will be available to be shared and promoted by all to ensure effective communication with the general public. • Smarter Travel has agreed to the Chamber’s request that we have an update meeting regularly. Next meeting between parties planned for mid September. • The D&WW Chamber is in the

process of organising a trip to Westport for interested individuals from Dungarvan to meet with businesses and interest groups in Wesport representing Smarter Travel and other groups to discuss the highs and lows of the project there and the benefits to the area following completion of the project. Reasons why the Design Team experienced delays include: Design for water mains not part of the scheme previously Additional site investigation (boreholes and trial pits) to fully establish requirements of sub base design Additional and new consultation with Disability Groups and An Garda Siochana Alteration to the design following the stakeholder meeting.

Waterford Pride of Place 2015 entries impress judges on their visit IPB Pride of Place Competition judges visited the two Waterford entries participating in the all-island Pride of Place Competition this year. Tramore Town and Dungarvan & Helvick Head RNLI Station were a hive of activity on Wednesday last as competition judges, Tom Dowling from Meath and Declan Nelson from Monaghan visited the entries. Run by Co-Operation Ireland in conjunction with local authorities north and south of the border, the annual competition aims to recognise and celebrate the vital contributions that communities make to society. Waterford City and County Council nominated Tramore in the Cities Competition in the “Urban Neighbourhood” Category and the Dungarvan & Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising Branch in the “Islands and Coastal Communities” Category. The first visit for the judges was the Riverstown Community Centre in Tramore where a host of community groups welcomed the judges to a wet Tramore. The Tramore entry was based on how the town has positioned itself as part of the Waterford Metropolitan area and how it has strived to work together to promote and enhance the town. As part of the judging process, the Tramore community made a presentation highlighting

the important links between the different Community groups, local business and state bodies. The working relationship between Tramore Tidy Towns, Tramore Tourism and a wide range of community and voluntary organisations was a central piece of the presentation. The judges were then taken on a tour of key community led projects that have contributed to the revival of the seaside town with visits to the Playpark, Doneraile Walk, Tramore Coastguard station, Tramore Community Radio and the Lafcadio Hearn Gardens. The judges were also made aware of future plans with stops at the old Tramore CBS site and the Railway Station building. Judging was completed with a visit to the Tramore Lifesaving Centre where all groups convened to emphasise the pride of place that the people of Tramore have for their coastal community. The afternoon session saw the judges make the trip to Helvick Head and assess the Dungarvan & Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising branch in the “Islands and Coastal Communities” category of the competition. The RNLI fundraising branch won the overall Waterford community and voluntary award in 2014 and were selected to go forward to the Pride of Place competition and in doing so showed real pride in their

endeavours by impressing the judges immensely with their programme of fundraising activities and events and efforts regarding sea safety awareness. The judges were given a presentation in Irish and English which included a mini-documentary showcasing the RNLI committees’ activity. A large body of volunteers attended the function at the RNLI station and the judges were left in no doubt as to the important role the committee plays in the communities along Waterford’s coastline. Joe Sullivan, Acting Director of Services stated: “The judges commented that this year’s Waterford entries were of a very high standard, the strong performance of Waterford’s Pride of Place participants down through the years is evidence of the depth and breadth of voluntary activity underway in local communities. Judging day was a very special occasion for the Tramore Community and for the Dungarvan & Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising committee as it represented an ideal opportunity to showcase their work and pride in their respective projects and communities. We await with anticipation the results of the Pride of Place competition, which will be announced at an Awards Ceremony in Ennis, County Clare, in November.”

Summer skydive to fight Meningitis THE Summer months are the perfect time for a parachute jump. Meningitis Research Foundation is seeking adrenaline junkies to jump for free in our Summer skydiving fundraiser. Stepping out of a plane at 10,000 feet, you will freefall at an exhilarating 120mph for 5,000 feet before pulling the ripcord and gliding gently back to earth. This experience of a lifetime is free: simply raise the required sponsorship money and you’ll have the satisfaction of completing a parachute jump and contributing to our fight against meningitis and septicaemia. The skydiving experience is taking place in Kilkenny

Airfield, Co. Kilkenny, or Clonbullogue Airfield, Co. Offaly. For more information contact Meningitis Research Foundation’s fundraising team on 01 819 69 31 or email info@meningitis-ireland.org Meningitis and septicaemia – the blood poisoning form of the disease – affect around 200-300 people every year in Ireland, killing 10% of sufferers and leaving many more with after effects that could be as severe as brain damage, deafness and amputations. The money raised will help the charity in its work of funding research, promoting education and awareness, and helping individuals and families affected by these devastating diseases.

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Glanbia seeks recruits with language skills By Paul Mooney ONE of the biggest challenges facing Glanbia’s Shared Services Centre, based in Dungarvan, is recruiting new employees with language skills. The company officially reopened its Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan last Thursday afternoon, just over a year and a half after a blaze gutted the building. Mike Davis, Shared Services Director, speaking to the media during a tour of the revamped Shared Services Centre, said one of the challenges facing Glanbia going forward is obtaining recruits with language capabilities. “We are recruiting people with language skills and we have people who can speak German and French,” he said. “We are actively trying to find people who can speak Scandinavian languages to follow the businesses which Glanbia have invested in.” GRADUATE PROGRAMME Mr. Davis said the company are very proud of the Graduate Programme they have operating. There are 20 graduates who are recruited each year to the Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan. “They are Accountancy and Finance graduates from all over the country, join us on a three year Accountancy Graduate Programme. The first 12 months are spent in Dungarvan and the subsequent two years are spent in Glanbia’s businesses, so many of our graduates will end up travelling to countries like the US in years two and three,” he said. Tony Minogue, General Manager, Glanbia Business

Services, said Glanbia’s Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan is an accredited training centre for all accountancy disciplines. He said the graduate programme takes on graduates across a number of disciplines including I.T., Marketing, Engineering and Finance / Accounts. He noted that the graduate programme has grown from three graduates per annum a number of years ago, to the current number of 20 graduates per year. EMPLOYMENT TURNAROUND Mr. Davis said the change in relation to recruitment and employment at Glanbia Shared Services over the last few years has been great. He pointed out that between 2006 and 2008, the company were letting people go and the number of employees in the Shared Services Centre were decreasing. “It has been a complete turnaround, and the company is able to increase its numbers again, particularly through the graduate programme and areas like international payroll, VAT compliance, etc.,” said Mr. Davis. CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Mr. Minogue said Glanbia are trying to establish the Shared Services Centre as a centre of excellence and expertise. While the centre in Dungarvan was established 15 years ago, it has a sister site in Aurora, Chicago, which was established two years ago. “The ethos around shared services centre is about bringing best practice and process efficiencies to the organisation,” said Mr. Minogue. “The processes we have developed here in

Siobhán Talbot, Group Managing Director, and Tony Minogue, General Manager, Glanbia Business Services, listen as graduate, Claire Manamon, describes her experience working at Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Dungarvan are the same as we have in Aurora.” Mr. Minogue welcomed Seán Dowling, Shared Services Director at Aurora USA, to the official reopening of the Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan. He also welcomed Yolanda Killins, Accounts Payable Manager, Aurora and Jerry Niederman, Sales Tax Manager, USA, to the official reopening in Dungarvan. While there are over 90 people employed in Dungarvan’s Shared Service Centre, there are 30 people employed in the sister site in Aurora. PAYROLL SERVICES Payroll is administered from Dungarvan Shared Services Centre. Previously, each individual business of Glanbia outsourced payroll in relation to foreign employees. Now, all that is centralised in Dungarvan, giving comfort and assurance that Glanbia are compliant in each country they operate in. Mr. Davis said it is Glanbia’s intention over the next six months to have all Glanbia employees (in countries such as Brazil, Australia, India, Germany, New Zealand, South

Africa, Netherlands, Portugal, Belgium, Scandinavian countries, and China) paid through one point of contact in Dungarvan. The centre does inhouse pensions administration, looking after approximately 5,000 pensions for employees / retired and former employees, as well as staff expenses from company cars, fuel cards, mobile phone expenses and company visa card expenses. FARMERS ENCOURAGED TO JOIN GLANBIA Glanbia are encouraging active farmers to join Glanbia Co-op. According to Niall Trainor, Glanbia Co-op Operations Manager, Glanbia will be inviting up to 1,000 farmers to join Glanbia Co-op this year. He pointed out that by the end of this year, there will be €30m in supports paid out to farmers who are members of Glanbia Coop, with a further €190m (at current share prices) paid out to the 16,000 shareholders of Glanbia PLC, many of whom are based in Waterford and the South East and many who are also farmers.

Some of the graduates enjoying the official re-opening of Glanbia Shared Services Centre in Dungarvan. Pictured, left to right are: Jack Murphy, Ross Dunford, Seamus Stacey, Brian Luttrell, Conor Conway and Simon Murphy. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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The Tea Room became immediately busy and was popular all afternoon.

Emma Rhys Thomas of Glen, Clonea Upper, together with her brother Howard Spivey of Cirencester, Gloucstershire, UK.

The lads in from the out-post, job well done. Ray Darcy, Tony Whelan, Mick Healy, Tony Whelan and Triona O'Gorman.

Tom Brown and Ross Darcy listen intentley as Cian Darcy explains 'The Meaning of Life.'

Woodhouse Walled Garden just prior to opening.

Despite predicted rain forecast, the National Hurling quarter-final Waterford versus Dublin live on TV, various other high profile events on in the county, nearly 700 paying people from near and far attended the Woodhouse Garden Party. The photograph shows it hammering down just after it opened for business, fortunately the rain did not last for long.

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Drug-influenced crime continues to be a major concern By Paul Mooney DRUGS offences in the Waterford area are up by 13 percent in the first half of 2015, compared with the same period last year, and drug-influenced crime continues to be a major concern for the Gardaí and communities. According to figures presented to the recent Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County, there were increases in the number of serious drugs offences (Section 15 sale / supply) and simple possession (Section 3 Misuse of Drugs Act) in the first six months of this year. Superintendent Chris Delaney,Waterford, told the JPC meeting that the proliferation of heroin, particularly in the city, the dealing of heroin and other controlled drugs is a priority for the Gardaí. “We continue to have a strong drugs unit and we have focused very much in relation to targeting heroin dealing which

has serious anti-social behavioural consequences,” said Supt. Delaney. He said the Gardaí are constantly increasing the number of detections for drug dealing (Section 15 sale / supply) and targeting the use and trade of heroin. “We will continue to put our resources into that,” he said. “We have regular meetings with the community and the usage of drugs, particularly heroin, is one of the main underlying reasons for the increase in the volume of crime.” Supt. Delaney said the increase in volume of crime and heroin dealing / usage are very much linked, as it is the reason / rationalisation behind heroin users to go out and steal. “This is why we want to target the source - try and remove the drug dealers,” he said. He said the divisional strategy is to target high-end dealing and liaise with statutory agencies to reform drug users.

“We have been able to maintain our drugs unit numbers right throughout the recession,” Supt. Delaney pointed out. He said it is a crime that is taken very seriously and highlighted that there were four significant drug seizures in the Waterford area this year in excess of €104,520 worth of controlled substances. Supt. Delaney said the Gardaí are asking the public to be wary of drug dealing in their communities and pointed out that the Gardaí have strong confidential links with the communities if they want to report drug dealing. “Some members of the public may know of people using drugs, or people distributing drugs. Our phones are available all the time, there is the Garda Confidential Line (1800-666111) or the local Garda Station phones, if the public want to report people who may be involved in drug dealing,” Supt. Delaney added.

Three quarters of serious assaults are detected in Waterford area THERE is a 75 percent detection rate in assaults causing harm in the Waterford area, despite a slight increase in the offence in the first half of 2015. At the recent meeting of the Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County, Superintendent Chris Delaney,Waterford, said the number of assaults causing harm were up slightly on the same period last year. He pointed out that 75 percent of those offences are detected. “In a lot of those cases, the person is known to the offender,” he said.

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The Leaving Cert results ON June 3rd this year, just under 56,000 students began their Leaving Cert Exam, most of them in high hopes of a result sufficient to get them to the next stage of their studies. For the majority, that will mean the expectation of going on to a Third Level College and securing a qualification which they hope will take them into reasonable employment. Just over ten weeks later, those same students will turn up at their various secondary schools to receive their results this morning (Wednesday) and, for the most part, they will not be disappointed. Some will hope to have done better, some will rue the missed opportunity, but the vast majority will at some point get the Third Level course of their choice or some close alternative. Others will go on to employment and productive and satisfying lives. As they troop into the Principal’s Office for the envelope which will define their years ahead, there will be different levels of stress exhibited by students as they calculate their college points from the results of their exam. This is a relatively easy process and most students know by heart how many points they will get from each grade. The result will dictate their level of happiness, perhaps for years to come. There is life after the Leaving Cert. Not every student will attend Third Level, or even aspire to. They too can make a success of their careers and enjoy happy lives ahead. There are sufficient precedents for that each year. While we are assured that the country is back on economic track; that the unemployment figures are falling and there will be a growing number of jobs in the coming years, there is little sign of that recovery in the provinces just yet. However, the tax returns are more buoyant than expected, but whether a return to prosperity will result in quality employment coming available for those exiting education we have yet to find out. This year’s Leaving Certs will have three or four more years of insulation from the responsibility of settling into employment and the necessity to earn their keep,

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate although many students will try to enhance their budgets through part-time employment while at College. Whatever their goals, whatever their results turn out to be in these difficult times, we wish all the students well and hope they can travel their own road either to further studies at third level or finding gainful employment in the workforce here or abroad.

We salute and thank our hurlers TO the regret of many, not least the magnificent team, managerial team and supporters, the Summer of Senior Hurling has come to an end. Sadly, but not ingloriously by any means, the players made their exit from the 2015 Championship, but take with them the respect of their supporters and of their opponents and can hold their heads high. We all live in hope, but in retrospect they may not have been destined to win an All-Ireland this year. It is the considered opinion of many experts, perhaps of the panel themselves, that they must age in the cask for another season or two before being celebrated as a great vintage. Like good wine, the producers know that all the ingredients are there and need only a little more maturity before they are ready to serve. Never was a County more convinced that there are great years ahead for a team and for their supporters and given what has gone before for these players, individually and collectively, the future looks bright indeed. The course of play, the performance of the players, the backroom tactics and all the many details of the match are analysed in our extensive sports section. It falls to this

column to extend our congratulations and grateful thanks to everyone involved in this campaign. We thank them for the enjoyment they gave us and for the hardships and deprivations they had to endure, the nights in rain and cold, the missed dinners and drinks, the missed holidays and big occasions to reach the heights they have attained. Go raibh mile maith agaibh go léir agus gan dabht, beidh lá eile ag an bPaorach. Yes, there are others in the field, women and men and we will get to those in time, but this is the Seniors week and they must be acknowledged.

A dismal Summer REGARDLESS of what the Met Eireann experts tell us, the summer which is coming to an end will be remembered as a dull, cold, wet and dismal one. Others may hold a different view, but those who live for the months of June to August in their holiday homes, caravans or tents by the sea, will count the number of days suitable for the beach on the fingers of two hands. Those who are on holidays from school and just enjoy the outdoors are disappointed too. Time is running out for consolation weather as the evenings get noticeably shorter and the signs of autumn are well apparent. Counting down the milestones to the return to school, the August Bank Holiday has passed, Spraoi is over, the Galway Races are done; Puck Fair is almost done; the 15th August is fast approaching and The Rose of Tralee is beginning to emerge in the news items. It has been disappointing for children and adults alike and, coming as it does after two excellent summers just passed, it makes us long for those balmy evenings, perhaps having our evening meal alfresco. Our hope now is for a good harvest to assist our economic revival. When the farmer has money, we all have money as the old saying goes. That may be a little exaggerated, but a poor harvest would be a further damper on the year and maybe a disaster for farmers. However, with a couple of weeks more to go to a return to the classroom, perhaps we will yet get those weeks of swimming and beach fun. Hope springs eternal . . . !

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Exam helpline open to support more than 60,000 Leaving Cert students ANXIOUS about your Leaving Cert results and what they mean for your prospects? The Exam Helpline 2015, provided by the National Parents’ Council Post Primary (NPCpp), will be open to offer advice, information and support when Leaving Cert results are released on Wednesday (12th August). The 1800 265 165 Freephone helpline is open from 10am on Wednesday, 12th August, to take calls from students, parents and teachers seeking advice and up to date information on what choices are available to students. The Helpline is sponsored by eircom, supported by the Department of Education and Skills and staffed by members of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors. The Helpline received thousands of calls last year, helping students make informed decisions

about the choices they face and their future career paths. Students, parents and teachers seeking advice, information or reassurance can contact the Helpline on 1800 265 165 and speak to experienced guidance counsellors. All queries on 3rd level courses, the points system, rechecks, repeats, CAO procedures, apprenticeships and further training options will be dealt with in a professional and confidential manner. The Helpline is staffed by members of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors who are fully qualified in their field. In recent years calls to the helpline have increased which shows the need for the personal touch at the end of a phone line at a much pressurised time for students and their parents. Don Myers, National Parents’ Council Post Primary President said,

“The Exam Helpline is a valuable resource for parents, students and teachers, especially as there is so much information on options for students nowadays. Speaking to a qualified Guidance Counsellor can really help clarify options for parents and students and relieve some of the stress that often comes at results time. “It is only thanks to the support of our sponsors eircom, as well as the DES, that we can run the Helpline so effectively. This year, the lines will be open from the 12th August for six days in total. The team will answer exam result queries on 12th, 13th and 14th and then help with CAO first round queries on the 17th, 18th and 19th.” Oisin Masterson, Head of Brand and Marketing, eircom Consumer, said “We’ve been supporting Exam Helpline for over 20

years and are delighted to do so again this year. eircom is committed to providing support and resources for students; our StudyHub service is a great educational resource, providing top quality tutorials to help students prepare for their Junior and Leaving Certificate exams. No matter how prepared students are, this can be a confusing and stressful time and talking to a professional can really help”. The opening hours of HELPLINE 2015 are: Wednesday, 12th August: 10.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. Thursday, 13th August: 10.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. Friday, 14th August: 10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. Monday, 17th August: 8.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. Tuesday, 18th August: 8.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. Wednesday, 19th August: 8.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.

Exam Helpline open to support more than 60,000 Leaving Certificate students. Students and parents can call the Eircom Freephone Helpline on 18002651645. Pictured at the launch of the Eircom Exam Helpline are (l to r): Catherine Kelly, Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan, Lynda O’Shea, National Parents Council, Jonathan Diebold, Skerries Community College, Oisin Masterson, Head of Brand and Marketing of Eircom and Owen Shepard, Skerries Community College. [MAXWELLS]

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Melleray Grotto celebrates 30th Anniversary By Tom Keith A WEEK of celebrations will commence on Saturday next, 15th August, the Feast of the Assumption to mark the 30th Anniversary of the Apparitions which took place at Mt. Melleray Grotto over nine consecutive days from 16th to 24th August, 1985. The apparitions were witnessed first by sixteen year old Ursula O’Rourke who was visiting the recently developed Grotto with her family during the afternoon of the 16th August thirty years ago. It was a place to which the family had often gone to pray and to say the Rosary together.With her were her mother, older and younger brothers and younger sister. The families were regular visitors to the Grotto which had been developed by one of the monks of Mt. Melleray. At that stage, the access was by a woodland

path just above the little stream which ran under the bridge on the road. There was nothing unusual about that afternoon, Ursula recalls, and having said the Rosary together under the gaze of Our Lady’s statue on the cliff face and close by the statue of Bernadette at ground level, the family made their way out of the little clearing along the pathway back to their car. Ursula was a little behind the rest playing with her young brother. As she left, she was drawn to look up at the statue and she noticed that it was moving. First, she thought it was her imagination and she looked away several times before she finally realised that she was looking at the Blessed Virgin Mary. “The Lady,” - described by Ursula – “stood there, her gown blowing as if in the wind. Her hands were joined in prayer, and her head moved in a very slow

reverent movement. North, South, East and West, the green shrubbery around her spun. It formed a very dark green, which made Our Lady shine brightly.” Later she recalled what she saw which is quoted in the official leaflet at the Grotto. “A strange feeling came over me which is very hard to describe, tears came to my eyes, and I pulled my hands up from my sides, joined them and blessed myself. I said to Our Lady “you are the Queen of Heaven" She smiled. I kept exclaiming "why me?" Why did you pick me, why?' she smiled again and then I said "Please bless all my family" she smiled even more. She did not speak during this vision.” For any sixteen year old, this was a remarkable experience and even if there had been talk that summer about ‘moving statues’ elsewhere around the country, Ursula hardly expected that

A flashback to August, 1985. A group of people who gathered at Melleray Grotto during the Apparitions which were witnessed by some local children.

she would become a chosen one at Mt. Melleray Grotto. Ursula continues her account of the strange happening. “Leaving the Grotto I walked, wishing to be respectful and keeping my eyes on Our Lady all the time. As I came out, my sister was at the gate and I broke down and cried crossing the road to the car. We all returned to the grotto. Our Lady was still there but not as clear as the first time. I heard John say "Our Lady of Lourdes pray for us" Mary was down at the rail shouting "Look, Look!" Later Ursula said that no words could describe how beautiful Our Lady was. Through the course of the next nine days, there were reports that Our Lady conveyed various messages mainly appealing for prayer and asking the people of the world ‘to improve and pray’ as God was angry with the world. She asked that people would accept her message and spread it to the world. In subsequent days the strange happenings would also be witnessed by local farmer, Michael O’Donnell who was greatly affected by the experience and by two youths, twelve year old Tom Cliffe and by his cousin, Barry Buckley then aged eleven. As the days passed, more and more people came to visit the grotto, far more than the country roads and the little woodland space could take and it was necessary for local people, in conjunction with the Gardai, Civil Defence, the County Council and others to manage the traffic and the crowds of people. The weather had been miserable that Summer with regular rainy days. Much has happened in the country and the world in the past thirty years, but Melleray Grotto, which saw very large numbers come to visit and pray, especially from the Northern Ireland during its troubled years, still opens its arms to the curious, the believers, the spiritual, the holy, the doubtful, those in need and those who just wish to say thank you. All of those will be wel-

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Court poor box donations benefit charities to tune of €100k A group of young cyclists enjoying all the fun at the 2014 12k Kelly Spin at the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford. This year's event takes place on 22nd and 23rd August.

Countdown to the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford! SEAN Kelly Tour fever has certainly descended on Waterford in recent weeks and one cannot help but notice the multitudes of cyclists out on the roads preparing themselves for the challenge ahead! The Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford which is part of the An Post Series, an Irish Sports Council initiative, of five cycling events throughout Ireland in 2015, takes place on the roads of Waterford on Saturday and Sunday, 22nd and 23rd August and is now in its ninth year. Entries for the three Sunday routes now closed! Due to the popularity of the event, unfortunately the participant limit of 5,000 for Sunday's three events was reached in the past few days, and organisers cannot accept any more entries. Once again it is an indication of how popular the tour has become and how participants enjoy coming back to it year after year! Families and younger cyclists gearing up for the 12k Kelly Spin! If you have missed out on registering for Sunday's event you can still be part of the action! On Saturday, 22nd August, the up and coming cyclists of the future will get their chance to get out and active on their bike in the company of 1,500 others on a partially

traffic free route around Dungarvan, Abbeyside, the Old Railway Line, Clonea Road and Ballinacourty in the 12k Kelly Spin. Open to all cyclists of 8 years and over, entry is just €2 and you may register on the day of the event in Walton Park and the Causeway Tennis Club from 10:30 a.m. Come early to enjoy the entertainment and soak up the atmosphere around Walton Park. This year there will be a food stalls and face painters to keep all ages entertained before and after the cycle.The cycle itself starts at 11:30 a.m. SEAN KELLY TOUR PARTICIPANTS TO SUPPORT A WORTHY CAUSES! Each year since 2007 the event has had a nominated charity and this year is no different. The Irish Pilgrimage Trust is the nominated charity for 2015 and they are delighted to be part of the tour this year! Participants who wish to do so can request a sponsorship card or donate on the weekend of the event. The Trust will also have a fundraising raffle over the course of the tour weekend with a new Lapierre bike up for grabs for the lucky winner amongst other prizes! The Irish Pilgrimage Trust is a 32 county charitable organisation caring

for young people with special needs, regardless of creed or ethnic background.They care for more than 1,100 disadvantaged, ill, disabled or marginalised young people annually. Their guests receive week long holiday breaks in Ireland and France under the care of our teams of volunteer carers, nurses and doctors. Guest’s families and carers also benefit directly through respite breaks. The Trust is run by a board of volunteer trustees who direct and manage the Trust through its administration head office in Kilcuan, Clarinbridge, County Galway. The Trust does not receive state or public funding and is totally reliant on fundraising and voluntary donations. VOLUNTEERS! The organisers of the tour are very fortunate to a have a dedicated 500 strong group of volunteers who make the event possible each year. But we are always delighted to hear from new volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering in some capacity over the weekend of the tour please e-mail info@theseankellytour.com For full details of the 2015 event log onto www.theseankellytour.com, e-mail info@theseankellytour.com or call 058-21104. You can also find the Sean Kelly Tour on Facebook.

Council costing permanent crash barrier for narrow road WATERFORD Council is to put in place temporary safety barrier on a narrow road at Poulboy, near Clonmel, where there is an eight foot drop on one side of the road. At the recent meeting of

Comeragh District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said a barrier has been missing near the bridge at Poulboy for a long time. “There is an eight foot drop into a small stream on

that narrow road,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. District Engineer, Eamon Lonergan confirmed that a fence was knocked at the location some time ago. “We are looking at getting a price for a permanent

crash barrier at that location, as the drop at the side of the road is significant,” Mr. Lonergan said. “We will put up temporary barriers in the meantime,” he added.

A NUMBER of local charities in the Youghal and Waterford District Court areas have benefitted from nearly €100,000 in donations from people who were brought before the courts last year. According to figures released by the Courts Service, a total of €93,800 was collected from Court Poor Box donations in the Youghal and Waterford District Court areas in 2014. The money went to numerous charities, good causes and voluntary community organisations in the area. The total amount of €93,800 collected in donations from accused people for the court poor box in 2014 is an increase of 68 percent on the previous year - in 2013, there was a total of €55,850 in donations to the court poor box in the Youghal and Waterford District areas. A spokesperson for the Courts Service told the Dungarvan Observer that the practice of courts directing that money be paid into a court poor box in lieu of, or in conjunction with another penalty is a practice which predates the foundation of the State. “The practice appears to go back in history and stems from judges’ jurisdiction at common law to exercise discretion in imposing a penalty, if any, and/or imposing other conditions i.e. donations to the poor box or to a particular charity,” said the spokesperson. “It is predominantly used by the District Courts who deal with criminal offences of a less serious nature than other jurisdictions. The individual amounts can vary substantially depending on ability to pay, other penalties imposed and the nature of the offences.” The option of paying into the court poor box arises usually where the offence is minor in nature and would not attract a custodial sentence. Public order offences are the most common offences for which the poor box

option is given to defendants. These include breaches of the peace, intoxication or disorderly conduct in a public place, threatening, abusive or insulting behaviour in a public place or failing to comply with a direction from An Garda Síochána. It is sometimes used for road traffic offences, first time, minor drug offences and offences against property or animals. “There are many reasons and instances why the court poor box is used by judges,” the Courts Service spokesperson continued. The accused may never previously have been before the courts, the accused may have pleaded guilty, a conviction might be inappropriate, or might adversely affect employment, career or working abroad prospects, and/or the offence may be of a minor or more trivial in nature,” he added. When combined with the Probation of Offenders Act it provides an option where some financial penalty is considered merited but a conviction and fine are not. It can sometimes be a more meaningful punishment than the maximum fine where the value of a maximum fine may have been eroded by inflation. There have been proposals that the operation of the Poor Box be put on a statutory footing and be updated in the context of a reformed Probation Act. YOUGHAL DISTRICT COURT AREA A total of €60,850 was received in court poor box donations for the Youghal District Court area in 2014 (which includes Dungarvan, as well as the mid and West Waterford area). Charities which benefitted from donations from the court poor box include: Abbeyside Scout Group; Carrigtwohill Men’s Shed; Cloyne Diocesan Youth Services; Cobh No Name Club; Cobh Men’s Shed; Cork North Garda Youth Awards; Dungarvan Garda

Supreme Young Sports Star Awards; Dungarvan Scout Group (11th Waterford); East Cork Rapid Response; East Ferry Rowing Club; Family Resource Centre; Foroige; Helvick Lifeboat; Kinsalebeg Community Group; Midleton Men’s Shed; Midleton My Place Ltd; Midleton Scout Group; Midleton Youth Project; St. Vincent De Paul (Youghal); Stradbally AFC; The Grattan Project Ltd.; Waterford Hospice Movement; Whitegate Rowing Club; Youghal Community Health Project; Youghal Community Transport Group; Youghal Lifesaving Club; Youghal Meals on Wheels (senior citizens); Youghal Scout Group; and Youthreach. WATERFORD DISTRICT COURT AREA A total of €32,950 was received in court poor box donations for the Waterford District Court area in 2014 (which includes the mid and East area of Waterford). Charities which benefitted include: Aislinn Adolescent Addiction Treatment Centre; Arklow Friendship Centre; Balbriggan Meals on Wheels; Ballybeg Conference Society of St. Vincent De Paul; Ballybeg Conference (St.Vincent De Paul); Carrick-on-Suir River Rescue; Carrick-onSuir Social Services (Meals on Wheels); Oasis Women’s Refuge; On the Road Again; Rosedale (Kilmacow) Voluntary Housing Association; RNLI; Sacred Heart Conference (St.Vincent De Paul); Solas Drop in Centre; South East Simon Community; SS Joseph’s and Benildus Parish Conference (St.Vincent De Paul); St. Vincent De Paul and St. Vincent De Paul (Waterford); Temple Street Children’s Hospital; The Jack and Jill Foundation; Waterford City River Rescue; Waterford Unit Order of Malta; Waterford Women’s Community Development Centre.

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Decrease in robbery crimes for first half of 2015

Slight increase in theft of ‘other’ property in Waterford area THERE was a slight increase in the number of thefts of ‘other’ property in the first six months of 2015, compared with the same period last year in the Waterford area. The main categories of items targeted under theft ‘other’ include petrol station ‘drive offs’, theft of cash / cheques, theft of items from back gardens, back sheds, theft of fuel, such as home heating oil, theft of electronic equipment, such as smart phones, from pubs and other public places.

According to figures presented at the recent Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County, there was a 16 percent increase in the theft of ‘other’ property in the Dungarvan area in the first six months of 2015, compared with the first six months of 2014. Presenting the figures, Superintendent Chris Delaney, Waterford, acknowledged there was an increase of four percent in the crime across the Waterford Division, comparing the figures for

the first six months of 2014 and 2015. In Waterford City, the crime increased by five percent, while in the Tramore area, the crime dropped by eight percent. “It is a difficult crime to detect because it includes random crime,” said Supt. Delaney. “There is often no ‘modus operandi’, or pattern to it.” The detection rate for the crime is 19 percent, compared with the national figure of 17 percent detection rate.

District Court sittings in Waterford area LAST year there were a total of 312 court sittings in the Waterford District Court area (which includes the mid to East Waterford area), while there were a total of 105 court sittings in the Youghal District Court area (which includes the mid to West Waterford area). Of the Waterford District Court sittings, around 26 percent accounted for unscheduled court sittings; and in Youghal, unscheduled court sittings accounted for around 11 percent. SCHEDULED COURTS Scheduled courts are those set out in the relevant statutory instrument dictating court sittings and venues. SPECIAL COURTS Special courts are arranged in advance by the presiding judge /court President, to deal with waiting lists or specific cases e.g. drink driving cases or Child and Family Agency cases which may take a long time to hear. UNSCHEDULED ‘OUT OF HOURS’ COURTS Unscheduled ‘out of hours’ court sittings are held to accommodate urgent matters and emergencies. They are therefore, arranged at short notice on the day. The majority are at night or at weekends but not all of them. An out of hours sitting can also be held during normal hours on a day when the court would not otherwise have a sitting - such as a public holiday, a day when there is no scheduled hearing in a district, or during the August recess period. FIGURES The figures released by the Courts Service show that there were a total of 312 court sittings in Waterford District Court area in 2014 - 219 scheduled sittings; 12 special sittings of the court; and 11 ‘out of hours’ sitting of the court. In Youghal, there were a total of 105 court sittings in 2014 - 76 scheduled sittings of the court; 18 special sittings of the court; and 11 ‘out of hours’ sittings of the court. In Clonmel, there were a total of 178 court sittings in 2014 - 112 scheduled sittings of the court; 29 special sittings of the court; and 37 ‘out of hours’ sittings of the court. Across the country, there were a total of 11,331 District Court sittings - 9,554

scheduled sittings; 647 special sittings of the court; and 1,130 sittings of the court which were ‘out of hours’. District Courts are held across the country at times pre-selected by rules, at other times specially organised by the Judges and the President of the District Court, and at unspecified times as needs rise.The court is available 365 days per year. A spokesperson for the Courts Service said occasions when a special sitting is required include; when the Gardaí need a search warrant that cannot be issued by a senior officer; or if someone is arrested for serious offences e.g. murder; or an urgent family law application is made e.g. emergency care orders or domestic violence applications. “Neither Judges nor the Courts Service initiate out of hours sittings. Some Judges may rarely be needed to do out of hours sittings - others may hear them in districts they might live near, but do not ordinarily sit in,” said the spokesperson. “The Gardaí contact the local Court Clerk to find a Judge when they need an out of hours sitting. It’s up to the Judge to decide whether or not they think a court is needed. If the Judge proceeds with the court, the Court Clerk attends.” There are some District Court areas which almost never have an ‘out of hours’ sitting, while others have them very frequently. For example - in Dublin, there is little cause for ‘out of hours’ hearings as there are scheduled and weekend sittings already factored into the court lists - reflecting the business of the courts in the capital. Whereas, in a county with a smaller population and thus fewer court hearings, out of hours hearings may well be a feature - as there is not enough business to have a court sit each day - but urgent matters arise throughout the year. Those same urgent matters could largely be dealt with in a city or large area of population during the course of routine daily hearings. The Courts Service spokesperson said Judges “do not get paid any allowance for out of hours sittings”, while the Court Clerk is paid a ‘call out’ allowance.

Dayle O'Dwyer from Tipperary pictured at Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

THERE was a decrease in the serious crime of robbery in the first six months of 2015, compared with the same period in 2014, in the Waterford area. Superintendent Chris Delaney, speaking at the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee, said the number of robberies of establishments has reduced, as has the robbery of persons. Overall, all robberies have dropped in the first half of the year. Supt. Delaney said robbery and violent crime are a priority in the policing plan. According to the figures presented to the JPC meeting, there is a 75 percent detection rate in the robbery of establishments and a 39 percent detection rate in the robbery of persons.

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Sinn Féin listens to concerns and issues raised by local residents

Senator David Cullinane and Councillor Siobhán Whelan in Lismore during a door-to-door campaign visiting rural towns in West Waterford with local Sinn Féin members.

Bridge works to repair abutment nearing completion WORKS taking place at Curtiswood Bridge on the R671 Clonmel to Dungarvan Road, to repair the abutment are nearing completion. At the July meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said some people were querying the work at the bridge. District Engineer, Eamon Lonergan explained that all regional

bridges were surveyed several years ago and a programme has been put together to seek funding to carry out structural repairs. There are three schemes operating this year in the Comeragh District Ballyvoile Bridge on the R675 (at design stage); Lemybrien Bridge on the R676 (at tender stage); and Curtiswood Bridge on the R671 where work

Waiting period for road markings following surface dressing THERE is a delay on marking white lines on a newly surfaced road because the markings can turn black if carried out too early. At the recent meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan pointed out that the L1037 Ballymacarbry to Newcastle Road is in need of new white lines following resurfacing of the road. District Engineer, Eamon Lonergan said the road was recently surface dressed, but there is a waiting period of

a few days or weeks, depending on the extent of the surface dressing and for the chips to be bedded in and the bitumen to be absorbed. “If road markings are put on the road straight away after surface dressing, the white road markings will turn black,” Mr. Lonergan explained. “However, that waiting period is up and we have appointed a contractor, so those road markings should be laid in the next week or so,” he added.

has commenced. Mr. Lonergan said the work at Curtiswood Bridge involves repair to the bridge abutment. Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Ryan asked the Council to carry out work for better sightlines along that road. “There is an entrance coming onto that road which is very rightangled. If something could be done to take that bad

90 degree wall out and give better sightlines,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “That is a fast stretch of the R671,” he added. Mr. Lonergan said the Council would look at a number of options in relation to improving sightlines in that particular area. “It is subject to the budget, but we would hope to be able to do something this year,” Mr. Lonergan added.

ARISING from ongoing visits to rural towns in West Waterford, Sinn Féin Senator David Cullinane and local Councillor Siobhán Whelan said residents are voicing concerns on an increasing number of issues. Both Senator Cullinane and Cllr. Whelan said they find many issues can be difficult to resolve while this government continues to pursue its austerity agenda (which Sinn Féin insists has alternatives, detailed in their Fair Recovery document). Alarmed by the growing number of serious problems many families are facing, especially concerning housing, health and education issues, Cllr. Whelan said she tries to assist where possible or steer people towards accessing whatever support and help is available.

There are agencies out there who can help and Cllr. Whelan finds the assistance from Senator Cullinane and the Sinn Féin office in Waterford is a vital support, dealing with many issues. In addition, Cllr. Whelan states the importance of identifying areas where solutions can be found at local level by prioritising to save vital community services. “I believe the local public library is an absolute asset and vital service for people in rural towns, especially for families who are being hit the hardest by austerity cutbacks,” said Cllr. Whelan “Access to educational services is essential for future generations which we in Sinn Féin understand is part and parcel of building healthy communities

going forward. This surely benefits all and it would be counterproductive to cut such services.” Continuing, Cllr. Whelan said: “I personally will be highlighting this at the next Council meeting and I fully support those who have raised their concern with me on this matter, some of whom I believe have also contacted the Chief Executive of Waterford City and County Council, Michael Walsh”> “Cappoquin library will be closed for the month of August and Tallow will have a reduced service during August, closing on Fridays,” said Cllr. Whelan. “To be told that the Council “expect to resume normal service in September” is not enough. I will be seeking a guarantee on this issue,” she added.

Double yellow lines sought outside church A COUNCILLOR has asked the Council to again examine the road at Fourmilewater Church in the Nire Valley, to consider double yellow lines. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan had previously raised concern about parking issues at the location, particularly during times when the local church is being used. At the recent meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. O’Ryan asked the Council to consider laying down double yellow lines in the area to

see if it alleviates the parking problem. “One nearby resident may benefit from similar line painting in front of their premises,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. District Engineer, Eamon Lonergan said the Council would examine the matter again, but pointed out that enforcement of double yellow lines may be difficult. “We would be relying on the co-operation of local people and church goers,” said Mr. Lonergan.

Council ‘winning the war’ on potholes WATERFORD Council is ‘winning the war on pot holes’ and is carrying out repairs on a ‘zone by zone’ basis. At the recent meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said the Council is “winning the war on pot

holes”, but pointed out there were still around five or six pot holes around the Ballymacarbry area, known as ‘the Lodge’. District Engineer, Eamon Lonergan, asked Cllr. O’Ryan to submit the exact location, which will be entered onto the Council’s

system. “We’ll get work carried out there as soon as we can,” said Mr. Lonergan. He said pot holes are now repaired on a zone-byzone basis. “It is something we’ve been striving to do for the last six months, but it has

been difficult to do with the condition of the roads,” said Mr. Lonergan. “We are getting there and are now operating in a zone maintenance approach. If there are pot holes in a particular zone, we’ll get to them,” he added.

Kids enjoy summer coding camp at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre – Danny Quinlan, Peter Sabou, Eanna and Fionnan Drohan, John Power, Cian Mansfield, Jake And Max Hourigan, Fionn O’Neill, Charlie Organ, Niamh Quinlan, David Lenane.

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Big welcome for Pride of Place judges in Helvick THE RNLI Boathouse in Helvick Head was filled to capacity last Wednesday when the adjudicators for the national Pride of Place Award visited the area to assess the measure of commitment which the local community and specifically the RNLI Branch, have for their own place. They were not to be disappointed, for not only was their welcome a warm and genuine one, a comprehensive video which was also shown with a presentation which was given by Roseann Foley – as Gaeilge and Anne McCarthy in English.This left no one, least of all Adjudicators Tom Dowling and Declan Nelson in any doubt as to the commitment to, and pride which the people have in their living and vibrant community. They detailed all that is good in their district and the service and commitment which the members of the RNLI crew, the Committee and over two hundred volunteers have for their native or adopted place. Speaking on behalf of the Adjudicators, Tom Dowling said that in

Ring and district, there is a wide range of activities which make up the community effort. Among those are the Tidy Towns effort which is just one aspect, the whole range of the RNLI organisation, together with many other community initiatives. This is a real community wide effort and many people do not realis the importance and value of their contribution, but it is vital in the overall context of Pride of Place. It is best summed up here in the old Irish phrase. Ni neart go chur le chéile’. The RNLI and the people of Ring will have to wait until he autumn to find out how they will be placed on the national scale, but already all of those involved are winners, something which can only be endorsed by the Pride of Place Adjudicators. The competition is about showing respect and inclusion for every sector in our communities, young, old, rich or poor and creating communities to which the people are proud to say they belong.

Pictured at the visit of the adjudicators for the Pride of Place Award in Helvick / Ring last Wednesday are front from left: Joan Clancy, Deirdre Young, Dolores Walsh, Tom Dowling (Adj.), Declan Nelson (Adj.), Roseanne Foley and Ann McCarthy. At back: Eamonn Mansfield, Oliver Clancy, Nick Hannigan, Liam Harty, Ian Walsh, Terence Morrissey and Fr. Conor Kelly.

The ruins of the Medieval Church, in St. James’ Church Cemetery, Stradbally – looking eastward where the Historian, Broadcaster and Writer Julian Walton will give his talk on this structure and other items on Thursday, 13th August. [Richard Cutbill]

Stradbally is celebrating its 800th birthday this year IN 1215, King John granted the counties of Desmond (Cork) and Waterford to Thomas FitzAnthony, and the medieval town of Stradbally is believed to date from this time. All that is left of medieval Stradbally is the ruined church on Church Lane, and this will be the

location for Stradbally 800. Why not join the villagers and the folk from the surrounding areas in this celebration by attending the following events. Both events are free of charge and tea will be served afterwards. All are welcome. Thursday, August 13th,

7.00 p.m. – talk by Julian Walton in Medieval Church. Sunday, August 16th, 7.00 p.m. – Ecumenical Service in Medieval Church. Should it be unfortunate to rain the event will be held in the adjacent church.

The Ruins of the Medieval Church, in St. James’ Church Cemetery, looking westward where the Ecumenical Service will be held Sunday, 16th August, at 7.00 p.m. – All are welcome.

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Fifteen Waterford teens awarded Foróige Leadership Certificates at International Conference SOME 15 Waterford teenagers have graduated from a programme that equips them with the skills to be the next generation of leaders. They were joined by 300 other teenagers from across Ireland, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, India, Denmark and the USA during a graduation ceremony to mark the end of the Foróige Albert Schweitzer Leadership for Life International Youth Conference. The conference, which took place in NUI Maynooth, brought together teenagers from vastly different cultures and life experiences to share leadership skills. During the week-long event, the teenagers worked together to break down barriers and learn the skills and attitudes to become strong leaders who have the ambition and courage to change the world around them. Delegates heard from inspirational speakers including Ireland’s first Chief Commissioner of the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission

Emily Logan. They also took part in interactive workshops on team building, critical thinking and communication skills and peer discussions on matters of global importance. Seán Campbell, CEO of Foróige, described the conference as a unique experience for the young people attending. He said: “This conference is special as it gives teenagers from vastly different cultures and backgrounds a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet around one common purpose – the development of our next generation of leaders. “Barriers that may previously have existed crumble as unique friendships grow and develop in what is truly an awe-inspiring experience.” The Albert Schweitzer Leadership for Life Programme was developed in Ireland in 2009 by Foróige in partnership with the Irish Chamber of Commerce - United States of America (ICCUSA). The programme is open to young adults aged 15-18. Foróige is the leading

Back Row (from L-R) Jody Taylor, 17 from Tramore, Megan Osborne, 15 from Aglish, Niamh Leamy, 17, Siobhán Hayes, 18 and Nuala Landers, 17 all from Ballyduff Upper. Middle Row (L-R) Ceinwen Ronayne, 15 from Villierstown, Sarah Cotter, 15 from Aglish, Karen Looby, 15 from Lismore, Gemma O’Donnell, 15 from Cappoquin and Joe Asguard, 17 from Tramore. Front Row (L-R) Brian Kent from Carrick on Suir, Abigail O’Mahoney from Portlaw, Lilian Foley from Ballygunner, Darren Fagan, 15 from John’s Park and Thomas Ahern, 15, from Ballyduff Upper at the Albert Schweitzer Leadership for Life International Youth Conference. youth organisation in Ireland. The charity works with more than 54,000 young people and 5,500

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and national programmes such as Citizenship, Entrepreneurship and Leadership.

The young people must complete three modules in order to fully graduate from the programme. At the end

of the conference, the 300 delegates received certificates for completing various stages of the programme.

Funding for Social Housing Waterford communities to receive more than €1.5 ml. in Better Energy grants has collapsed under Fine Gael/Labour – Cllr. James Tobin FUNDING for social housing has collapsed across all categories including direct local authority construction and private house grants since the government came to power in 2011. Data provided to me shows a massive 79% fall in funding for local authority housing, while voluntary and housing co-operatives have lost 70% of their budget and there has been a decline of 53% in private house grants over the lifetime of the government. Commenting on the figures Fianna Fáil Councillor James Tobin stated, " It is little wonder that we have a social housing crisis in Waterford City and County given that the sector has clearly been starved of funding over the

last four years. “The Minster for the Environment Alan Kelly could be better known as a Minster for Announcements NO ACTION. He likes to give the impression that he is taking the issue seriously but the stark reality is that he and his colleagues have presided over the decimation of funding for social housing. Even in the very difficult years of 2009 and 2010 the Fianna Fáil led government provided a combined total of €1.5bn for social housing. By contrast Fine Gael and Labour spent just €328m on the sector over the last two years. “After a year in the job Minster Kelly is as far away as ever from getting to grips

with this issue. Families in need of housing in our City and County have paid a huge price as a result of this government's decision to slash funding. This in turn has led to increased prices in the private rental sector across our City and County, and is crippling already hard pressed families. “Changing legislation and regulations can help support the provision of social housing but ultimately the only way to make a real dent in the massive social housing lists is to provide adequate funding. These figures given to me comprehensively demonstrate that has not been a priority for Fine Gael and Labour,” concluded Cllr. Tobin.

THE Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has announced that Waterford community energy projects will receive in excess of €1.5 million in financial support resulting in substantial improvements in homes, community buildings, local authority premises and sports facilities throughout the county. Waterford energy projects that will receive financial support include Waterford City and County

Council,Waterford Institute of Technology and a number of Respond Housing Association residential units. John Randles, Head of Delivery at SEAI said: “This year we have awarded grants worth a total of €18.6 ml. to 29 community energy efficiency initiatives across the country. Energy retrofitting is really important for Ireland in reducing expensive imports of fossil fuels and providing much needed

local employment so it is great to see communities coming together to tackle sustainable energy in a positive way. “Nationally, these projects will improve the energy efficiency of 2,435 homes and 400 public, private and community buildings, deliver lifetime energy savings of €140 million in the localities concerned, while also benefitting the environment.” In 2015 SEAI also

launched a network for sustainable energy communities and champions that wish to go further than just grant activity and develop longer term community strategies and systems. Further information on Better Energy Communities can be found on:www.seai.ie or to register your interest in the Sustainable Energy Communities network email bec2015@seai.ie.

Fine Gael claim should be backed by early election – Senator David Cullinane SINN Féin Senator David Cullinane has derided Fine Gael’s arrogance to presume that Enda Kenny will be Taoiseach in 2021, saying that while the Fine Gael membership elect the party leader, it is the people of Ireland who choose the Taoiseach. Senator Cullinane said that if Fine Gael were so self-assured then they should call an early election and see if the people shared their belief.

Senator Cullinane said: “The arrogance of Fine Gael knows no limits; to presume that Enda Kenny will be Taoiseach in 2021 betrays this. While the Fine Gael membership elect their party leader, it will be the people of Ireland who choose the Taoiseach. However, the slump in support for the senior government party and personal support for the Enda Kenny does not augur well.

“If Fine Gael is so confident in their presumption, then they should go to the country.While they may be inured to the hardship of the draconian austerity they have imposed on this country, the electorate is not. Will they stand by their conviction that they did the right thing by Ireland, or will they cling to power for as long as they can for fear of what the response might be?”

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21st Helvick Swim & BBQ celebrated in style THERE was a great festive spirit in Helvick last Sunday (August 9th) in celebration of the 21st Helvick Swim & BBQ, attracting one of the biggest crowds ever seen on Helvick Pier to welcome the 60 sponsored swimmers who swam across Dungarvan Bay under cloudy skies in a fresh south-westerly breeze, from Ballinacourty to Helvick Pier to raise funds for the Helvick Lifeboat Station. Because of the day that was in it, and Waterford was playing in

the All Ireland Hurling Semifinal in Croke Park, the big screen allowed Déise fans to watch the game against Kilkenny while enjoying the BBQ and the attractions on Helvick Pier while Aoibhín Fallon, live on air in the WLRfm Blaster Caster, the outside broadcast unit, chatted with swimmers, supporters and RNLI personnel. Niamh Stephenson, Public Relations Manager RNLI Ireland who was visiting for the day congratulated those involved

in hosting this great community event and recognised the enormous support from the public, local media and businesses. No swim would be complete without the talented Mad Hatter aka Michael Wright, and he certainly celebrated the 21st birthday in style as he commented on all that was happening on the pier and in the water, sometimes very seriously but with a fine balance of wit and humour. The dog show was a mecca for well groomed canines and their

proud owners, many of whom return year after year. The RNLI merchandise and souvenir stalls organised by Deirdre Young and her team were very colourful along the pier wall; children and their parents enjoyed the ice cream trolley, a first for the Helvick Swim & BBQ. Connie Kiersey and her team on the BBQ served up the most delicious burgers and gourmet sausages, while Olivere Walsh and the Ladies Catering &

Hospitality team did the biz with their legendary sandwiches, cakes and beverages. RoseAnn Foley and her team of ticket sellers were very pleased with the response to the raffle for 21 great prizes sponsored by local businesses. Dolores Walsh and Anne McCarthy kept the whole show ticking over on the pier, while the face painters created magic on young faces. Declan Metcalfe from An Rinn won the hotly contested

King of Helvick title for the third time; Máiread Crotty also from An Rinn emerged as the inaugural Queen of Helvick. Oliver Clancy and his extensive team in Ballinacourty, on the water and in Helvick were very pleased when the last swimmers arrived safe in Helvick Pier, while overhead the Search & Rescue helicopter, returning from a shout in Co Cork, did a quick circle overhead in acknowledgement of the crowd below.

RNLI Patricia Curran with her nephew Jack McGrath in Ballinacourty ahead of the 2015 Helvick Swim & BBQ. [Miriam Foley MacLeod]

Enjoying the action at Helvic for the RNLI Swim and BBQ were Aimee and Aoibheann Ryan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] RNLI Sponsored swimmers from An Rinn pictured in Ballinacourty ahead of the 2015 Helvick Swim from Ballinacourty to Helvick Pier in aid of the Helvick Lifeboat: Darren Ó Droma, Eoghan Breathnach, Emmet Ó Muirithe and Pat Devereux. [Miriam Foley MacLeod]

Rayleen Clancy with her sons Oscar, age 4 and Louis, age 6, at the 2015 RNLI Helvick Swim & BBQ on Helvick Pier. [Joan Clancy]

RNLI Fiadh Ní Choistín at the 2015 Helvick Swim & BBQ in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station. [Miriam Foley MacLeod] RNLI crew Alan Kelly, Aodh MacCraith and Liam Harty aboard the RNLB Robert Armstrong, keeping watch at the 2015 Helvick Swim in Dungarvan Bay. [Joan Clancy]

RNLI Sponsored swimmers, twins Linda Bradfield and Patrick Lannen in Ballinacourty ahead of the 2015 Helvick Swim & BBQ. [Miriam Foley MacLeod]

RNLI Sponsored swimmers Terry Fleming and George MacLeod in Ballinacourty ahead of the 2015 Helvick Swim & BBQ in aid of the Helvick Lifeboat Station. [Miriam Foley MacLeod]

Sponsored swimmer Annice Morrissey pictured in Ballinacourty ahead of the RNLI Helvick Swim across Dungarvan bay from Ballinacourty to Helvick, with her husband Terence who is a crew member of the Helvick Lifeboat Station. [Joan Clancy]

Sponsored swimmer Joe Conway with his son Joe in Ballinacourty ahead of the 2015 Helvick Swim & BBQ in aid of the Helvick [Joan Clancy] Lifeboat.

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Fishing For All ON Sunday, 30th August, Waterford Sports Partnership in conjunction with Waterford District Coarse and Angling club will start a 4 week Fishing for All programme in Ballyshunnock Resevoir. The programme will run from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. at a cost of €20 per person and is open to males and females over 18 years and their family and peers. Ballyshunnock Resevoir has several fully accessible fishing platforms that participants can cast from. Participants will also have the opportunity to access the newly purchased Wheelie Boat over the four weeks. All participants will be provided with fishing permits, rods, tackle and flys. Places on this programme are limited and booking is essential. For more information or to book your place please contact Pauline Cunningham on 051 849855 or email pcunningham@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

By Christy Parker

Are you a returned international volunteer or have you recently volunteered abroad? Have you heard about the Global Citizen Award yet? By Brian Hughes WHAT is it? A personal development award that enables you to share your overseas volunteering experiences and help raise awareness of global issues in Ireland. Who is it for? An initiative of EIL Intercultural Learning and supported by Irish Aid, the award is free and open to all volunteers (18+) with a minimum of 3 weeks overseas volunteer experience with 3 award options; bronze, silver and gold, tailored to suit the motivation of the individual. Sounds great, but what is involved and what will I get from doing it? Dungarvan native and recent CIT Cork School of Music graduate Brian Hughes explains his recent Global Citizen Award experience and what it takes to achieve Gold. My journey towards the Global Citizen Award (GCA) began one afternoon in an Internet café in Kumasi, Ghana, in West Africa. I was volunteering in Ghana for two months during the Summer of 2014, working in a school and a care centre for children with mental and physical disabilities. During my weekly visit to the café, I came across an e-mail informing me of the GCA and that I was eligible for an award. I watched the video explaining the GCA, and was instantly excited and inspired, proceeding to read through the application form to see what it would entail. The most amazing thing, without realising it, was that I had already met some of the requirements for the Gold Award. After rediscovering my passion for writing whilst in Ghana, I had already written over six global blogs, as well as visiting two other projects in Ghana. Due to my eight

Local man Brian Hughes being presented the award by Minister for Foreign Affairs Sean Sherlock. weeks volunteering placement and having completed a two-day pre-departure workshop, I was already half way towards achieving the Gold Award! When I returned from Ghana, my life had changed and I was increasingly aware of global issues and passionate about doing something worthwhile back in Ireland. This is where the action projects come in: it gives you the opportunity to share your experiences, educate people with regard to global issues, and relive the memories of your volunteer placement. Not long after I came back, I was interviewed by Tara in the EIL office about my experiences in Ghana, and the video was uploaded to the EIL volunteer abroad section of the website. I also wrote quite a long article to publish in the two local newspapers, which appeared along with two photos of my experiences. I then visited the 6th class in my former primary school

to talk about my amazing volunteer journey in Africa, showing lots of photos, videos and objects brought all the way from Ghana, and I called in to talk to the 5th year class in another local secondary school. Taking action with these little projects gave me a wonderful sense of fulfilment, and it made me extremely happy to share my experiences with hundreds of people through my school visits, paper articles, online blogs and photos, and video interview. My work was not over yet! I completed a weekend development education training course, using art as a means of expressing global issues, and tapping into creative ways of giving workshops. I also did a day of debriefing along with other EIL volunteers who had returned from overseas. After spending quite a number of weeks searching for a suitable volunteer placement around Cork, I finally came across the per-

Call for Investment as Diverted Liners ‘A loss for Entire Region’

fect placement for me, doing something that I would love. The touching and heart-warming experiences I had while playing piano for the residents in the Marymount Hospice will remain with me forever. The gratitude and welcome I received at this hospice is testament to the sincere, good nature of the workers there, and some of the conversations I had with the patients were the nicest moments I ever had while helping other people. What stood out for me personally was reigniting a former army musician’s passion for music, causing him to leap over to the piano stool and start teaching one of the workers how to play scales! Another truly wonderful experience was of a young African woman who sang me a lovely spiritual hymn, during which she held both my hands and looked me in the eyes with a belief and sincerity that I had never had the privilege of witnessing. And finally, a

dote of a woman who owned a melodeon but had not played it for many years, who with my encouragement had it brought in to her, and she sat down with me and played it once more. Without the encouragement that the Global Citizen Award gave me, I would not have had the ambition to do all these things that I have done. I am so thankful for the opportunities it gave me, and I feel a tremendous sense of worth, pride and achievement when I think back to the day I was awarded my Gold Award by the Minister for Foreign Affairs Seán Sherlock in the Metropole Hotel in Cork on November 29th 2014. Feeling inspired by Brian? Ready to start your own Gold, Silver or Bronz Award? Register for free on www.globalcitizenaward.ie or contact evelyn@eilireland.org to find out more about the Global Citizen Award and how you can start your journey today.

THE Waterford and South East region is losing hundreds of thousands of euro in tourism revenue every year because harbour facilities at Dunmore East and Waterford harbour cannot accommodate large cruise liners according to a prominent businessman. Chairman of Waterford Business Group and founder of business advisory service Bizboost, Michael Garland, says larger cruise ships are diverting to Cork and Dublin in poor weather because they consider it too risky to deploy tenders to bring passengers ashore. So far this year, three large liners, each carrying up to 1,700 passengers and crew, have diverted from the area, while last weekend another liner cut short its visit due to deteriorating conditions. “Given the potential for bussing visitors to various parts of the county once they disembark, the entire region is losing out,” Mr. Garland states. Up to 20 liners visit Waterford during the cruise season from May to September each year. They vary from small and medium crafts to larger ships. Smaller vessels, carrying about 400 passengers, generally berth near the city centre, medium ships, with over 1,000 on board dock mostly at Belview in Waterford harbour and the larger liners drop anchor off Dunmore East. Mr. Gartland estimates deferred ships this year have cost the local economy over €275,000. “Each passenger that comes on shore spends approximately €100 per person and a crew member about €50,” he reasons. “As well, the smaller boats coming into city take on fuel supplies, pharmacies, food, etc.” BUSSING PASSENGERS The businessman says that as well as developing Dunmore East to accommodate big ships, “there is potential for a proper berth

for large vessels south of Belleview Port past the old power station (Cheekpoint). Visitors could then be bussed to the whole of the South East region. But there is a major need for extensive dredging and investment in facilities at several points,” he adds. Recently, Marine Minister Simon Coveney released €500,000 towards developing a harbour office and 60 ft pontoon at Dunmore East to facilitate tenders. He also sanctioned €112,500 for dredging work at Cheekpoint, while dredging at Dunmore East is presently underway. SWELL TO BLAME Waterford City East Fianna Fáil Councillor Eddie Mulligan concurs with Mr. Garland that much more investment is needed if the region is serious about maximising cruise tourism. He says “the city centre berth is in a neglected area of the port, while a 60 ft pontoon at Dunmore East won’t do much for cruise liners as the sea swell in bad weather is the real problem. The ships need to be able to come alongside.” Cllr Mulligan would like to see a second pier parallel to the present one at Dunmore East for large cruise liners to berth alongside. In Winter,” he adds, “it could facilitate large draft fishing vessels like the Scottish boats fishing the Celtic Sea and south of England.” The councillor says the need is all the more urgent given that “cruise operators are moving away from tendering in favour of docking alongside. We need to go with the market.” On a broader scale, Cllr Mulligan would like a ‘blue way’ developed through the region, to promote leisure craft activity as well as the more commercial tourism opportunities. “It has enormous economic and employment potential for the entire region,” he insists, “but while Dublin gets €125m and Cork €100m to develop their cruise markets, we get very little.”

BIM resumes full service BORD Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) can confirm that full ice production has resumed at its plants in Kilmore Quay, Howth and Dunmore East. There was no interruption to supply of ice to fishermen at any of the three plants nor was there a risk to public safety at any stage in the last week. The ice production in all three plants was temporarily suspended on Friday, 31st July following an internal Health and Safety audit which detailed a number of risks to the safety of employees at the plants.

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Impressive Service of Remembrance held last Sunday By Tom Keith THE Annual Service of Remembrance for the Waterford Men and Women who served and died in the First World War was held last Sunday afternoon at the WW I Memorial Wall beside Dungarvan Castle on which are inscribed 1,100 names. The ceremony was attended by the Deputy Mayor of Dungarvan and Lismore Municipal Council, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Supt. Ml. Leacy, G.S., Dungarvan, Comdt. Sean Holland, Irish Defence Forces, Lt. Col. Sean Cosden, US Military Attache, Dublin; Michael McEwan, President of the Waterford Branch, Royal British Legion, Members of the Irish Naval Association, Members of the Order of National Ex-Servicemen; Members of the Royal British Legion; Members of the Royal Naval Association, Dungarvan and Carrick-on-Suir. Opening the colourful ceremony, the Tricolour was paraded formally to the Memorial by members of the Defence Forces commanded by Lt. Douglas from James Stephens Barracks, Kilkenny led by Piper, Nicky Shanahan and followed by the colours of the Organisation of National Ex-Servicemen, the Royal British Legion, Irish Naval Association, Royal Naval Association and the Royal Irish Regiment. The Colours were under the command of Terry Rogers, Standard Bearer of the Royal British Legion, Waterford Branch. Extending a welcome to everyone who attended the formal and sometimes solemn ceremony, Cllr.

Damien Geoghegan said that the Service was to commemorate the 1,125 Waterford people who lost their lives during World War One, each and every one of whose names are listed on the Memorial Wall which has been part of the historical infrastructure of Dungarvan for two short years. He commended the work of the committee which ensured that the memorial was erected and now stands in memory of the Waterford men and women who lost their lives in WW1. “The work of the Committee was assisted by many organisations,” said

Waterford County Council and continues to be supported by all. “As we know,” he continued,“WW I was declared and began in August 1914 and the wreath laying is now an annual event which began with the 100th anniversary of that declaration being marked here in August 2014. I thank all of you who have travelled here to be with us today in this moving ceremony and I know that the families of those whose names are inscribed on the wall appreciate your attendance too.” The Bidding Prayers were recited by Very Rev. Paul Draper, Dean of Lismore and Rev. John

The members of Deise Brass Band who played for last Sunday’s World War I Commemoration at the Memorial Wall at Dungarvan Castle. [Tom Keith] ultimate sacrifice in WW1 and in succeeding conflicts’. “May we reflect today,” he said, “where many of

The Tricolour and Colours of the World War I Irish Regiments. the Cathaoirleach, “including the Royal British Legion, Office of Public Works, the then Dungarvan Town Council and

Fr. John Harris, C.C,. Dungarvan, and Very Rev. Paul Draper, Dean of Lismore, lead the prayers at the World War I Commemoration [Tony Walshe] last Sunday.

Harris, CC, Dungarvan who asked people to join with them in the presence of God “in remembering with thanksgiving and sorrow those whose lives, in world wars and conflicts past and present, have been given and taken away in the cause of justice and freedom: To pray for all who, in bereavement, disability and pain, continue to suffer the consequences of fighting and terror, and to commit ourselves, young and old to work in penitence and faith for reconciliation between the nations of our troubled world so that, under God, people of every race and creed may be at peace.” Pat Power, Secretary of the Committee read the Lesson. Delivering the Exhortation, Michael McEwan said that ‘those Irish men and women from County Waterford made the

were laid on behalf of the Defence Forces, the US Military Attache, the various Irish regiments and on

memoration, appropriate hymns were sung by the members of the Tramore Ladies Choir. Martial music was provided by The Deise Brass Band and the Last Post and Reveille were sounded by Pat Ormond a member of the band between which a minute’s silence was observed. Augmenting the band membership were some musicians from Waterford City organised by the Quinlan Family some of whose ancestors’ names are inscribed on the wall. The poem ‘In Flanders Fields’ was recited by Ms. Ann Hendy. The final thanks and appreciation were expressed

by Dermot Collins, Chairman, Waterford Branch of the Royal British legion. The Organising Committee which met regularly in Dungarvan to plan the commemoration was comprised of: Michael McEwan, Chairman; Pat Power, Secretary, Jim Shine, Terry Rogers, Robert Power, Hal Chavasse, Ann Hendy and Maureen Fitzgerald. It has been decided to hold next year’s commemoration on 28th August when members of the Power Clan from Newfoundland, many of whose ancestors fought in WW I will be in attendance.

[Tom Keith]

those names on this memorial were to lose their lives 100 years ago. In the Spring of 1915 four Irish Regiments fought in the 2nd Battle of Ypres where the advent of gas as a weapon caused horrendous casualties, whilst in April at Gallipoli the 1st Royal Dublin Fusiliers and 1st Royal Munster Fusiliers were decimated in landing at Cape Helles. Then in August the 10th Irish Division landed at Suvla Bay where it suffered greatly from unsuccessful attempts to break out of the bridgehead and from the hot and arid conditions of the Dardanelles Peninsula. “Today we honour the memory of those Irishmen and women who in the words of the poet Rupert Brooke lie "in some corner of a foreign field". During the commemoration a number of wreaths

behalf of children killed and injured in war by Kelly O’Donnell, Carrick-onSuir. Throughout the com-

Pat Ormond, Deise Brass Band sounds the Last Post during the Commemoration. [Tom Keith]

Piper Nicky Shanahan who led the Colours and Standards Parade. [Tom Keith]

The Deputy Mayor of Dungarvan and Lismore Municipal Council Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, (centre) pictured with Lt. Col. Sean Cosden, US Military Attache (left), and Garda Superintendent Michael [Tom Keith] Leacy, Dungarvan (right).

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‘We need to be aware of silent Lower Back Disc Pain’

Pictured (l. to r.): Michael Garland, Tadhg Williams, Nichola Beresford, Timmy Ryan, Ann Cusack, James Doherty, Janet Carey, Cllr. Eddie Mulligan, Paul Dower.

By Tomás Ryan BSc.,AHS,Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles We commonly let lower back pain progress to the point of where it becomes debilitating before we seek help. I have met many Patients in my clinic who present with Lower Back Pain that gets worse as the day progresses. Commonly, the patient report the pain is ok in the morning time with the lower back feeling stiff, however they are overcome with achy or sharp lower back by evening time. So what is going on in the Lower Spine that is causing this pain? Well, once we have ruled any boney degenerative conditions of the lower spine, the answer to this question points loudly as Lumbar Disc irritation. So if we take the analogy of the Jam Doughnut again and visualise the jam surrounded by the hardened dough, well this equates to our lumbar disc which has a soft nucleus gel like centre and is surrounded by a hard annulus. If someone presses the edge of the doughnut the jam squirts to the opposite side, similarly when we bend forward the soft gel-like nucleus squirts backwards and when done repetitively can lead to the nucleus gel protruding out through the hard outer annulus layer. SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF A ‘SILENT DISC PROBLEM’ • Lower Back stiffness in the morning time, ongoing for months/weeks. • As the day progress, there is achy or occasional sharp pain • Bending forward can be difficult due to restriction & increased Lower Back Pain • There can be relief with lying down on the couch, extending the spine backwards or even sitting down on a kitchen chair in an upright position. • Possible sharp pain when coughing or sneezing or when going to the toilet • Driving, sitting and Standing for long durations is an ordeal and distinctly uncomfortable SO WHAT IS THE ACTION PLAN? Well, a programme of progressive exercise strengthening is required immediately to strengthen the lower back muscles of erector spinae & Multifidus, Glutes and Transverse Abdominis. By targeting these important lumbar & pelvis muscles we create a ‘Corset like’ support around the Lower Spine. Treatment would target 2 areas, the tender & excessive mobile vertebra in the lower back and the stiff and restricted vertebra. Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email tomaspryan@gmail.com

1848 Tricolour Committee celebrates Thomas Francis Meagher’s birth date! ON Monday, 3rd August, 2013, the committee members of the 1848 Tricolour Celebration came together at The Granville Hotel, the birthplace of Thomas Francis Meagher, to celebrate his birth date. Thomas Francis Meagher was born in Waterford City on the 3rd August, 1823, and would in his later life become an Irish Nationalist and leader of the Young Irelanders during the Rebellion of 1848. He was put on trial and sentence to death for his part in the 1848 Rebellion and that sentence would later be commuted and he was subsequently banished to Van Diemen’s Land (Australia). Thomas Francis Meagher escaped Australia and headed to the United States where he would join the US Army and play his part in fighting for and leading the now famous Irish Brigade. He would also go on to become a Brigadier General during the American Civil war and after

the Civil War he would turn his hand to politics and was subsequently appointed Acting Governor of Montana and in 1867 he died in a riverboat accident on the Missouri River. As a son of Waterford City Meagher will be forever remembered as the man who literally “invented” the Irish Tricolour, a flag we so proudly fly today in memory of Meagher’s first ever displaying of the Tricolour from the Wolf Tone Confederate Club, at 33 The Mall, Waterford City, on 7th March, 1848. A flag that is synonymous with the country of Ireland and its people. A flag that is now so proudly flown ALL over the world and a flag that is instantly recognisable and powerful symbol of Ireland. In commemorating Thomas Francis Meagher the committee commissioned a special cake depicting one of the American Civil War battles Meagher fought in, namely the Battle of

Fredericksburg, which took place in December 1862. The committee also toasted Meagher’s memory with a new Muldoon Whiskey liqueur based cocktail called a “Montana” which is made up of a measure of Muldoon, fresh lime and ginger ale. The 2016 1848 Tricolour Celebration will take place in Waterford City from the 4th to the 7th March. Full details will be release in due course once the final programme of events is complete. Needless to say that the 2016 Celebrations will also tie in with the 1916 Centenary Events across the City and the County. The 2016 Tricolour Celebration Committee include: Ann Cusack, Cllr. Eddie Mulligan, James Doherty, Ann Marie Coughlan, Janet Carey, Paul Dower, Jonathan Brazil, John Wells, Mags Durand O’Connor and Michael Garland.

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Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund 2015 ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS Do you have a project or initiative that could help to increase awareness of environmental issues locally, or that could help your community to become more sustainable? If so, you may qualify for financial assistance from the Local Agenda 21 (LA21) Environmental Partnership Fund 2015. This fund pro-

motes sustainable development by assisting small scale, non-profit environmental projects at local level. DOES YOUR PROJECT QUALIFY? Projects should focus on environmental awareness and actions which complement national environmental policies such as those on waste, biodiversity, water conservation and climate change.

A wide variety of projects and schemes have been supported under the Fund in previous years, including community gardens and allotments, compost schemes, rainwater harvesting, biodiversity projects, waste reduction initiatives, educational initiatives and environmental exhibitions. Lists of previously funded projects can be viewed online at

www.environ.ie/en/Enviro nment/LocalAgenda21/ HOW TO APPLY Applications are made directly to Waterford City and County Council through Anne Sullivan Environmental Awareness Officer asullivan@waterfordcouncil.ie or Ella Ryan Environmental Awareness Officer eryan@waterfordcouncil.ie Further information and

application forms (in both Irish and English) contact Environment Department, Waterford City and County Council, City Hall, The Mall,Waterford and are also available online at www.environ.ie/en/Enviro nment/LocalAgenda21/ Applications must be made to Waterford City and County Council no later than 5.00 p.m., 28th August, 2015.

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€1.2 ml. secured for Dunhill Housing Project – Minister Coffey

Vanessa O'Donnell, A.I.B Bank presents a signed Waterford jersey to Ellen Hogan, Rathgormack who was the lucky winner at the A.I.B. Stand at the Dungarvan Show. Included are her parents Willie and Martina. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

FINE Gael Waterford Minister Paudie Coffey has secured €1.2 million from his Department’s Social Housing Strategy to deliver 8 social housing units in Dunhill, Co. Waterford. The Project will be delivered by the Gleann Ealach Approved Housing Body. “This project is an ideal example of how we need to be delivering housing projects in rural areas. When completed these 8 houses will cater for elderly people in mid-county Waterford in need of housing and show

us how build sustainable communities in rural Waterford. “Since last year, many Social Housing projects have been approved for Waterford and while many of these are located in Waterford City, Dungarvan and Tramore, we need to ensure that we do not force people in vulnerable housing situations into the hearts of our main urban centres. “In the past this approach has had a negative impact on rural areas by seeing people moved away from their rural settings into

urban centres; away from their local supports and the communities that they know. Dunhill is a growing community with the proper supports and services to assist the people that will be moving into these homes when they are built. Visiting the project and meeting the Gleann Ealach Housing Agency Committee Minister Coffey said; “The construction of these homes will help local businesses in this vibrant rural community that has a strong track record in rural enterprise,

service provision and community facilities. The Minister concluded by saying “This project will be built opposite the renovated community hall, and near essential services like the local shop, church, local pub and school. This is a housing solution for the elderly in the heart of their own community. I would urge other local communities where a housing need exists to follow this example and work with the local authority to bring forward sustainable housing solutions for their area.”

Wind Farm Company to appeal Ballymacarbry Planning Refusal Christy Parker updates on latest wind turbine planning issue and speaks to Ecopower Development Ltd’s project manager Philomena Kenealy. A WIND energy company refused permission to build a wind farm at Ballymacarbry on the western fringe of the Comeragh Mountains is to appeal the decision to An Bord Pleanála. Waterford Council declined permission to Ecopower Developments Ltd. to construct eight turbines, not exceeding a height of 127 metres, on the western edge of the mountain range close to the Tipperary border. The council refused planning on the grounds of perceived negative visual impact. It is the second time in four years that the local authority has refused the company a windfarm application following a similar direction in 2011.The decision came despite the area being designated a preferred location for wind energy under the 2007-11 Waterford County Development Plan. Councillors have also recently passed a motion calling for a moratorium on wind energy planning until the government issues new guidelines. In the latest ruling the council felt the development -known as Glenahiry Wind farm - would “constitute a visually dominant feature in a vulnerable scenic rural landscape.” It was not satisfied therefore that it “would not significantly compromise the policy to develop the Comeragh area as a national

amenity. The local authority refused the initial application (for nine turbines) on similar grounds in 2011. Bord Pleanála subsequently upheld the refusal, ruling that the company had not submitted adequate assessments relating to water quality, drainage, transportation, road improvements, architecture, heritage, ecology and bird species. Significantly however, the Bord disagreed with the inspector’s report that the ridge was “a vulnerable area where development must be shown not to impose a significant impact on the landscape.” In dismissing the inspector’s report the Bord also disagreed that most of the site had “very limited capacity to absorb development,” and that the development “would clearly impact on the character, integrity and uniformity of the landscape of the area when viewed from the surroundings” particularly from the scenic, walking route. This might imply that with criteria pertaining to the last appeal having been met, the Bord will again disagree with the council uphold the appeal. Then again, its unwise to try to pre-empt Bord Pleanála ECOPOWER DEVELOPMENTS REACTION Meanwhile Ecopower Developments Project Manager Philomena

Kenealy says the company is “very disappointed” with the latest decision, “especially given the area’s designation within the County Development Plan and the general suitability of the forested site” Ecopower Developments considers the location “a very suitable site because of ecology, elevation and the separation distance, with the nearest turbine 884 metres from the nearest house.” The company believes that the wind farm “can be incorporated into the general landscape and was chosen as it is not on one of the more sensitive ridges of the Comeraghs” but rather on a lower lying, western fringe of the range in a forested area”. CHANGING THE WAY WE MAKE ELECTRICITY Ms Kenealy says Ecopower Developments believes strongly in the benefits of the proposed development and the concept of wind farms generally, elaborating that “in the context of global warming and climate change, we have to reduce the burning of fossil fuels and to change our energy systems. Wind power provides clean, green renewable electricity.” She speaks as representative of a company that is independent, family owned and that has been involved in the wind energy industry from it outset in Ireland 20 years ago. The manager insists that

rural communities have little to fear from this pursuit. “People have lived in Cork, Kerry, Donegal and Mayo with many wind farms for over 20 years with very little of the problems being envisaged and, should the Glenahiry project come to fruition, local people will appreciate the benefits to the country as a whole and find that the wind farm will not impact negatively on their lives or livelihood.” DISTRUSTING BUSINESS Given Bord Pleanála’s ruling that Ecopower Developments had failed to provide adequate assessments across a range of criteria, she might consider that people’s distrust had some justification. Add in the cultural contrast between perceived ‘urbanised big business’ and rural Ireland and there is very fertile ground for suspicion. The manager accepts that Ecopower Developments may have underestimated the ground issues with regard to the original application. “But we have now responded to all the issues raised by Bord Pleanála, Waterford County Council and from public submissions as regards ecology, access, local water supply, heritage and tourism. The sole issue that can’t be changed is visual impact.” She accepts too that when a company is managing a major project with national implications, there

is “bound to be some perception that something is being imposed on a community. But wind farms have to be built somewhere,” she argues, “and Ecopower Developments endeavours to choose suitable sites where there is the least impact on the local community. Planning is an evolving process,” she continues, “where one perhaps concentrates on something relative to other sites. But the process enables local planners and the community to put forward their concerns and have them addressed.” FAMILY BUSINESS Ms Kenealy maintains that her company “has always sought to work with communities to respond to local concerns. However, in recent years and particularly against “irresponsible use of social media,” it has sometimes struggled to project both itself and its projects accurately. “Public meetings have become very difficult, with a vocal minority often impeding the dissemination of information,” she explains. “At a recent meeting we were not allowed to speak or present our project in a balanced manner at all.” Prior to submitting the Glenahiry project for planning, company representatives delivered information leaflets to the householders within three miles of the site, offering to address fears personally and to provide a

CD copy of the full planning application. “We were disappointed that we only had requests for about nine CDs,” she says, “but we remain available to anybody who wishes to contact our office on the application.” LANDSCAPE MODIFICATION Ms Kenealy recognises that the need to address climate change through wind farms “is a new thing” for people in rural Ireland but argues that people in urban areas have come to terms with a changing environment and such ‘baggage’ of increased traffic, industrial estates, sewerage, service plants. etc. “Wind farming calls for an acceptance of a “modification to the landscape”, she explains. She refutes the perception that the farms are an intrusion in people’s ‘back yard.’ Taking the term quite literally, she insists that the nearest turbine in the Glenahiry wind farm proposal, for instance, is 884 metres from the nearest household. The manager also disputes the relevance of noise (whooshing sounds) and flicker concerns. “Under certain wind conditions you might occasionally hear a broad spectrum sound like traffic in the very distance and outside of the 500 metre requisite separation distance,” she responds. “As for flicker, it may occasionally happen under specific conditions but wouldn’t affect any house over 500 metres from a turbine. Most

people who complain about flicker don’t actually have turbines near them but rather live where they are being proposed. Anyone who has lived in the vicinity of turbines for a number of years might allay people’s fears. We are confident that the Glenahiry project will not adversely affect local residents with regard to noise or shadow flicker because of the project’s adequate separation distance.” Ultimately she sees the prime issue with wind turbines as visual and something that something can only be modified by careful siting. “I suppose we all need to consider whether to accept some modification to our landscape in the interest of breaking our dependence on fossil fuels,” she observes. On which side of the fence the benefit of the appeal to Bord Pleanála falls, should be known by year’s end. Ultimately she sees the prime issue with wind turbines as visual and something that something can only be modified by careful siting. “I suppose we all need to consider whether to accept some modification to our landscape in the interest of breaking our dependence on fossil fuels,” she observes. On which side of the fence the benefit of the appeal to Bord Pleanála falls, should be known by year’s end.

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Rachel Raher, Show Jumping Judge, presents Kate Lynch with the her prize for the Crest Cleaners sponsored 128 80cm class at Dungarvan Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Mary Power, Radio Fence presents Katie Power on Glountane Beauty with her rosette for the Radio Fence sponsored 131 Im class at Dungarvan Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Joan Keane, Show Jumping Judge, presents Nicola Cliffe with the first place prize sponsored by the Park Hotel for the Amateur Grand Prix at Dungarvan Show, also included are Ian and Jamie Cliffe. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Mary Power, Radio Fence presents Jack Ryan on My Little Lady with his rosette for the Radio Fence sponsored 131 Im class at Dungarvan Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Michael Flynn, Waterford -Tipperary SJI, presents Kieran Power on Vodoo Doll with his rosette for the Waterford-Tipperary SJI and Equine Warehouse sponsored Carling King League at Dungarvan Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Noel Devereux (sponsor) and Joan Keane, Show Jumping Judge, presents Brian Condon with the second place prize sponsored by Noel Devereux for the Amateur Grand Prix at Dungarvan Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Newcomers Pony Class sponsored by Colligan Equestrian Centre. Martha Doyle and Annie Boland receive their rosettes from Louise Moloney (Sponsor). [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Michael Colivet, FBD, and Nell Dalton, Show Committee, present Peter Moloney on Valtaire, with the first prize prize for the FBD sponsored Munster Speed Series at Dungarvan Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Newcomers Pony Class sponsored by Colligan Equestrian Centre. Caitlin O'Shea on Dusty, receives her rosettes from Louise Moloney (Sponsor) and Rachel Raher, Show Jumping Judge. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Newcomers Pony Class sponsored by Colligan Equestrian Centre. Matthew Kerrison (Swiz) on Cec Mojo, receives his rosettes from Louise Moloney (Sponsor). [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Katie Turpin on Knockbaun Jaxie winner of the Gliddane Stud sponsored 148 I.10m class at Dungarvan Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Glamour Grans to push out the boat for Mackerel Festival

Glamorous Gran constestants Joan Rolston, Kathleen Brack, Silva Urbonaviciene and Gretta Plante.

By Christy Parker GRANS with a grá for glamour will pit their styles against each other in Youghal this weekend to see who is the most alluring of them all. Its all part of the town’s fifth annual mackerel festival. Sponsored by local businesses, the festival is organised by the voluntary Youghal 4 All community group and will run from Friday night to Sunday. The glamorous gran contest will feature a series of open-air interviews on three successive nights from Friday, with local MC Jim Flanagan wielding the mic in the shadow of the Clock Gate at Barry’s Lane. Last year’s inaugural contest caught the imagination of locals and tourists alike but was always also going to

be part of a learning process. A few wrinkles have been ironed out (no reflection on the contestants of course!) for the 2015 event. “It was good last year but there we have simplified it a bit,” says Y4A Secretary Helen Heaphy. “What stays the same though is that it will be fun.” ALL ABOUT THE GLAM The grans may sing, recite a poem or display their hidden talents in whatever manner they choose (as long as it’s legal). “That said, the onus is very much on glamour and style. Personality is important of course, but it is definitely more Miss World than Rose of Tralee!” says Jim.“It’s very much about glamour.” This year’s judges comprise Sinn Féin TD Sandra

McLellan, East Cork News Editor Louise Wilson and “a (male) mystery sports star from the area.” The winner will receive €250, with €150 and €100 respectively for second and third. Participants can enter up to Friday. Contestants will supply some advance background information which will provide the MC with reference points during the interview process. MACKEREL MENUS The weekend is primarily about silver-streaked creatures of the marine kind however and mackerel will command the mind. With local fishermen generously supplying quantities of the pelagic species once again the appetising aroma of mackerel grilled, marinated, cooked, boiled, barb-ecued, baked, spiced, adapted

and re-invented will permeate the town centre, with free samples dispersed to pubic. The mackerel themselves understandably in the circumstances tend to avoid the weekend, but “there is a long tradition of mackerel breaking along the quayside,” says Jim, who is also Youghal4 All chairman. “It may be a few weeks before the fish return,” he proceeds, “but it’s important to celebrate that tradition as well as showcasing the many attractions, cuisine and otherwise, of the town.” To celebrate the slippery creatures, Barry’s Lane will also echo to a diverse serving of music, craft & food stalls, including an appearance by Cork’s song & dance troupe, the Shandon Shawlies, with mentor and singer-songwriter Richard Cooke, Youghal band Arcadia and East Cork’s Springbox. WATERFORD County Waterford will feature with music from the band Legends and the Waterford Set Dancers. Kids can enjoy Ardmore’s Wobbly Circus, along with crab catching competitions, Splatwars, face painting, balloon making and Crazy Glazing ceramics. Youghal’s own ‘Elvis’, Jackie Butler will bring the curtain and the house down in Moby Dick’s bar on Sunday night. All inquiries to Y4A secretary Helen Heaphy on 083-3732221. See also Facebook:Youghal’s Food & Mackerel Festival.

Rosemary Murphy, daughter of Francis and Nuala Murphy from Glenmore, Dungarvan pictured with her husband Alan Curran, son of Pat and Helen Curran, Ballinamuck, Dungarvan, on their wedding day. The couple were married in St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan and their wedding reception was held in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that Waterford City & County Council, having complied with the above Act, will close the following roads, temporarily, on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd August, 2015 during the times speciﬁed below to facilitate the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford Cycle. Roads to be Closed: Road(s) to be closed

Date

Time

Saturday 22nd August 2015

9a.m. to 2p.m.

Saturday 22nd August 2015

11a.m. to 12:30p.m.

Saturday 22nd August 2015

11a.m. to 1p.m.

• L-2017-46 from junction with L-2012-89 (Mountrivers near Dromana Bridge) to junction with N72 (Bleanahoura near Richmond House)

Sunday 23rd August 2015

10:30a.m. to 1p.m.

• R911 (Youghal Road, Dungarvan from junction of Collins Road including Rice’s Street, Mitchell Street, Emmett Terrace and New Chapel Street (Boreenatra).

Sunday 23rd August 2015

11a.m. to 6p.m.

• The Causeway, Abbeyside, Dungarvan from the junction of Devonshire Br/Davitt’s Quay to junction of Strandside/ Sexton Street. • Strandside South from the junction of Strandside North/ Sexton St to junction of Home Rule St/Sarsﬁeld St. • Sexton Street, Abbeyside from junction of Strandside/ The Causeway to junction of Clonea Rd/Coolagh Rd • Coolagh Rd, Abbeyside from the junction of Sexton St/ Clonea Rd to Coolagh Rd Roundabout (N25) • Clonea Rd-R675 from junction of Sexton St/Coolagh Rd to junction with L3011 (Ballinroad Roundabout) • L-3009 (Gold Coast Road) from junction with R675 (Barnawee Br) to junction with L-7010. • L-7010 from junction with L-3009 to Ballinacourty (Lighthouse)

• Mary Street, Dungarvan from junction of Mitchell Street/Emmett Street to junction of O’Connell St/Main St. Alternative Routes: Signage and stewards will be in place to inform motorists of alternative routes.

Committee members Youghal4All with Judges Sandra (5th left) and Louise Wilson (9th left) with some of the contestants in this years Glamorous Granny Competition.

Paul Daly, A/Director of Services Roads, HR & Emergency Services

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The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Wait a second – and lose millions! THERE was a time when the delay in being connected by phone to America could run to half a day and, as well as that, the cost could be astronomical. Now, we have the internet and a great deal of contact, social chat and business is conducted in the instant media and the thought that there could be even minutes delay in contacting London or New York would be unthinkable. Let’s see below just how far we have come in a generation. According to a report by Eoin English in the Irish Examiner this week,‘an ultra-fast super-capacity data cable has been brought ashore on the south coast linking Ireland to one of the world’s fastest transatlantic fibre-optic sub-sea cables’. The story has shades of the first Trans-Atlantic cable over a century ago and the difficulties of laying cable on the ocean floor. This is still a factor apparently. According to the Examiner report, Global networks operator Hibernia Networks landed the ‘spur’ off its €200m 100-gigabit-per-second Project Express cable, which is being laid between Canada and Europe, on Garrettstown beach near Kinsale, Co. Cork, on Monday morning. A cable-laying vessel, CS Resolute, helped bring the

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cable ashore, where technicians using special drilling equipment brought the cable under the beach and road to a connecting station. The Irish link, which is estimated to cost up to €14m, will open up vital high-capacity, or Tier 1, fibre connectivity from Cork direct to the US and Britain. The new cable will transfer data five milliseconds faster than current transatlantic cables – a fraction of time that can mean millions to stock traders in New York or London who use computer algorithms to buy and sell stock in microseconds. Which means that the price of stocks and shares can change in less than the blink of an eye and fortunes could be won and lost in that time also. It is hoped the critical piece of telecommunications infrastructure could help deliver hundreds of hi-tech jobs for the southern region in Ireland’s growing cloud computing and data sectors. Apparently the fact that Dublin has that facility has all of the digital giants setting up their businesses there, so Cork and the south should not be left behind. Stocks and shares sold in milli-seconds and profits won and lost in hat time too. As Miley famously used to say, ‘Well, Holy God!!’

Not just talk EDDIE Hobbs, remember him? You will recall the guy who used to come on the TV before and at the start of the busting of the boom with financial advice, not only for the individual, but for the state as well. Eddie has that distinctive Cork accent which tends to get people’s attention and I hope that we did take his advice back then and since, as he has proved that he is not just a talker, but a doer as well. New figures show that the consumer advocate and Renua Ireland president and his wife, Mary have paid themselves over €1.2m over the past two years from their financial services firm. Not bad money, if you can get it. According to ‘de paper’ which Eddie might describe as the Bible, the joint pay to the husband and wife team last year of €559,068 may go some way towards explaining why he has to date declined to make a commitment about running as a candidate for new political party, Renua in the upcoming general election. A TD’s salary is currently €87,258 and Mr Hobbs’s salary is a multiple of that.The joint salary of the couple of €559,068 last year is more than three times the salary of Taoiseach Enda Kenny at €185,350. The pay to the husband and wife team and parents of four in 2014 represents a

14% decline on the €652,144 the two received from Financial Development and Marketing Ltd in 2013. Mr. Hobbs’s wife, Mary Fehily Hobbs last year served as president of Network Ireland. He said this week that it would be “impossible” to combine an active role with the company and the work of a TD “as the job of a TD is a full-time one and the commitment required intensive”. Asked what factors he will take into consideration when deciding whether to contest the election for Renua, Mr. Hobbs said: “All of the factors are non-political and mostly private but in the meantime I’m doing what I can as a volunteer in the capacity of president of Renua Ireland and overseeing its enterprise policy development, which means active engagement with the SME sector in particular. “I grew weary of shouting at the referee and the opposing support after a decade of writing columns,” he says. One has to wonder if he was Taoiseach over the last decade or so, if we would be in quite the same mess as we are struggling out of. Well, in all fairness like, he couldn’t have done worse, could he?

Acknowledgement † JAMES (Jamie) COFFEY

† JOHN MORRISSEY

Kilbrien Lower, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford

Killineen East, The Pike, Dungarvan, and formerly of Cassagh, New Ross (Retired Foreman, Dungarvan U.D.C.) Acknowledgement and First Anniversary

The wife and family of James (Jamie) Coffey would like to thank all those who sympathised and supported us at the time of Jamie’s death; those who called to the house; we appreciate those who sent Mass cards and letters of sympathy; those who attended the Rosary, funeral and burial. Thanks to Fr. O’Farrell for praying the Rosary at Padre Pio Rest Home; also Fr. Kennedy for praying the Rosary before the funeral left for Kilbrien. Thanks to Fr. Michael Kennedy and Fr. Michael Collender for offering Funeral Mass for Jamie. We express our gratitude to the Drohan Funeral Directors for their help and support throughout. Thanks to Pat and Paraig Fitzgerald who looked after the grave. Month’s Mind Mass for Jamie will be celebrated on Friday, 14th August, in Kilbrien Church at 7.30 p.m.

The wife, family, extended family and many relatives of the late John (Seán) Morrissey who died on August 10th, 2014, wish to convey their sincerest thanks to all who shared their loss, attended the funeral obsequies, sent letters, cards of sympathy, floral tributes and Mass cards. Very many indeed travelled to be with us and also attended John’s interment in Terrerath Cemetery. To the local Clergy V. Rev. Fr. John Delaney, P.P.; Fr. Michael Brennock, O.S.A.; Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A.; Fr. Patrick Creed, P.E.; Fr. Michael Collender, O.S.A., and Fr. O. Furlong, P.P., who officiated at the graveside in St. Brigid’s Cemetery, Terrerath, our grateful thanks. To Dr. Nyhan and the staff of High Street Medical Centre, Waterford University Hospital, Dungarvan Community Hospital, to the local Hospice and Palliative Care team, a sincere thank you. Our thanks also to Dungarvan GAA Club for their tribute; to Seán O’Donnell for his much appreciated music; to John’s colleagues from Dungarvan Town Council and Waterford City and County Council. To The Park Hotel for their catering and to all family members and friends who participated in the Funeral Mass and to nephew Francis who shared ‘Boolavogue’ with us as John was laid to rest. We are indebted to Kiely Funeral Directors for their services carried out in a most respectful, dignified and professional manner in Dungarvan and Wexford. Our sincerest thanks to one and all who helped us at a most difficult time, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. John’s Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 28th August, in St. Brigid’s Church, Kilrossanty, at 7.30 p.m. ‘Cé go bhfuil John as radharc, níl sé as aigne’.

† JOHN O’REILLY 8 St. Martin’s Terrace, Dungarvan

The Baptism of baby Joey Fraher was celebrated in St. Laurence's, Ballinroad Parish Church, on Sunday, 9th August, 2015. The delighted party are (l. to r.): Tom Whelan (Godfather), Micheal Fraher (father) with baby Joey Fraher, Tina Carey (mother), Denise Troy (Godmother) and Father Michael Enright, celebrant and family friend, former Stradbally P.P. A reception for family and friends was help at the Gold Coast Hotel afterwards. [Richard Cutbill]

On the First Anniversary of John O’Reilly, his mother Monica and family would like to thank everyone who sympathised with us on our sad loss. All who attended the Rosary, Funeral Mass, sent messages of sympathy, Mass cards and flowers. We extend our deep appreciation to Canon W. Ryan, Rev. Fr. Jim Mountain and Rev. Fr. Brendan Crowley who celebrated the Funeral Mass and burial. We are grateful to Dr. Tom Higgins and staff for their kindness always to John. Our thanks to The Park Hotel for their great catering. Thanks to Spar in O’Connell Street who were so good to John always. Thanks to the gravediggers. Thank you to Lorna Jane Murray for providing lovely hymns during the Mass. Thank you so much Tom and James Drohan, Funeral Directors, for your great service, your kindness and support, nothing was too much trouble for ye during our sad time. It would be impossible to thank everyone individually. Please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. Mass will be offered for your intentions. John’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 14th August, 2015, in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, at 7.30 p.m.

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MATURE IRISHMAN SEEKS EMPLOYMENT – Experience in Agriculture / Environment, IT, Building and Retail. Excellent references. Contact: 086 259 2459.

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NOW ENROLING SEPTEMBER CLASSES – All welcome. Mondays, 7th September, Dungarvan at Encore Stage Academy. 6.20 p.m. Beginners; 7.30 p.m. Intermediate. Tuesdays 6.00 p.m. – The Cliff House Hotel. Tuesday, 1st September, 7.30 p.m. – Ardmore Hall. Wednesdays – Essence Yoga Studio, Cappoquin. 6.30 p.m. Beginners. 8.15 p.m. Intermediate. Classes suitable for all levels of fitness and flexibility. Booking recommended as places fill quickly – call Sarah (086) 0400480 / www.essenceyogastudio.ie (4-9)

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Counselling Psychotheraphy

AFFORDABLE COUNSELLING/PSYCHOTHERAPY, Dungarvan – Personal Counselling for Adults, Adolescents and Children. Member of IACP and PSI. Contact: Dr. Kay McKiernan (Psychology) 086-8578521 • email: kay@aonahouse.com (31-12)

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Mindfulness / Meditation

MINDFULNESS / MEDITATION – Sessions will be held in Whitestrand Community Centre, Abbeyside – commencing on Monday, 7th September, 10.30 a.m. – 11.30 a.m. or 6.30 – 7.30 p.m. For more information or to make a booking contact Teresa (087) 0550054 (booking required). (4-9)

12 ACRES GRASS FOR SALE – (Haylage, Hay). Kilbrien area. Ring: (087) 7937393. (28-8) HAY FOR SALE – Baling Tuesday, 3rd crop. Stradbally area. Contact: (086) 8628149.

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GALVANISED GATES – Barriers, Cubicles, Cattle Crush Panels, Cow Mats. Ryan Brothers, Ballymacarbry / www.ryanbrothers.ie / Laurence (087) 7994737. (ind.)

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Cattle Housing

CATTLE HOUSING WANTED – For the Winter months. Cappoquin and surrounding areas. Contact: Kieran Hallahan, Bewley, Cappoquin. Tel. (087) 2549759. (21-8)

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Livestock

DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown. (025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.)

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SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 / 058 23444. (ind.)

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House Needed

3/4 BED FAMILY HOME NEEDED FOR IMMEDIATE RENTAL 6 MONTHS + – Ring area desirable, however, Dungarvan, Kilmacthomas or surrounding areas would also be considered. Contact; (087) 6101668 / (087) 6235503. (14-8)

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WHELAN WROUGHT IRON WORKS – Entrance and Side Gates, Railings, etc. Steel Garden Sheds and Garages. General Repair Work. Phone: Eugene (087) 6664270. (21-8)

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Soccer Coaching

SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning, 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m., for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years old. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059. (28-8)

Notice to Advertisers It is a condition of acceptance of advertisements orders that the proprietors do not guarantee the insertion of any particular advertisement on a special date or at all. Although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers; further they do not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccurracy in the printing of any advertisement. They reserve the right to refuse or alter any advertisement, no matter by whom or where accepted for publication; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisements previously published. Advertisements paid or otherwise are therefore accepted only subject to the above conditions. The advertiser undertakes to indemnify the proprietors against all liability for any civil action arising out of publication of the advertisement. (ind.)

IN MEMORIAM

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In Memoriam

BUCKLEY (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of Addie Buckley, late of Ballyhane, Cappoquin, who died on 17th August, 2009. R.I.P. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you’re always there, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered every day.

DALTON (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of Rita Dalton, late of 2 Caseyville, Dungarvan, who died on 13th August, 2005. Jesus, take this message, To Rita up above, Tell her how much we miss her, And give her all our love.

–Sadly family.

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–Always loved and remembered by your loving family, grandchildren and great grandchild. She will be lovingly remembered at Mass in Affane Church on Saturday, 15th August, 2015, at 8.15 p.m.

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, you are always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

AFTERGLOW I’d like the memory of me, To be a happy one, I’d like to leave an afterglow, Of smiles when life is done. I’d like to leave an echo, Whispering softly down the ways, Of happy times and laughing times, And bright and sunny days. I’d like the tears of those who grieve, To dry before the sun, Of happy memories, That I leave when life is done.

–Sadly missed by your loving family and friends.

Gone but never forgotten, Always in our thoughts and prayers.

–Love from John, Ann, Helen, Philomena and Johnny Curran, Cardiff, South Wales.

NAGLE (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of my husband Jim Nagle, late of 39 Kyne Park, Abbeyside, who died on 12th August, 2012. Mass offered. A heart of gold, A life so true, Loved and remembered, By all he knew. Always willing, Helping and kind, What beautiful memories, He left behind.

–Always loved and remembered by his wife Bridie; his sons Graham and Jamie; daughters Suzanne, Deirdre and Aoife; grandchildren Leah, Jack, Sofia and Charlie.

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SUMMER BRIDGE CLUB (5/8/2015) – 1st Aida O’Neill & Moira Ormond; 2nd Anne Holland & Eileen Harty; 3rd Helen McCarthy & Mary Quinlan; 4th Cait Christopher & Margaret Foley; 5th Joan Ronayne & Sheila Lane.

–Loved and remembered by your loving wife Biddy and family at home and away.

CURRAN (25th and 47th anniversaries) – In loving memory of my parents John and Bridget Curran, late of Whitechurch, Cappagh, whose Anniversaries occur for John who died on 11th October, 1968, and Bridget who died on 14th August, 1990. R.I.P. Masses 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 Dad and Mam, And thanks for all you have done, We pray that God has given you, The crowns you’ve truly won.

–Sadly missed by your daughters Ann and Brid; sonsin-law Mike and Johnny; grandchildren Sarah, Katie, Laura, Liam and Marie.

LINNEEN (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear brother David, late of Ballingown, Villierstown, who died on 22nd July, 2011. R.I.P. Mass will be celebrated in Aglish on Sunday, 16th August, 2015, at 11.00 a.m. CARROLL (18th anniversary) – In loving memory of Michael Carroll, late of Bridge Cottage, Clonea, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, who died on 13th August, 1997. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 15th August, in Garranbane, Church, at 11.00 a.m.

FLYNN (5th and 7th anniversaries) – In loving memory of our dear parents Bill and Mary Flynn, late of Redgate, Modeligo. Bill who died on 17th October, 2010, and Mary who died on 6th May, 2008. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Modeligo Church at 10.00 a.m. on Sunday, 16th August.

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NÍ MUIRITHE – An 19ú Cuimneacáin, Muireann, as Helbhic, An Rinn, a fauir bás ar an 11ad Lúnasa, 1996, aois a 22. Ag cuineamh ort inniú Agus i gcónaí Muireann.

–Ó Mam, Dad, Emmet, Fionnan, Cormac agus Neil.

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O’KEEFFE (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear husband Paddy O’Keeffe, late of Ballyduffmore, Dungarvan, and Doon, Ballinamult, who died on 20th August, 2012. R.I.P. A heart as big as an ocean, A love I was privileged to know, My life has been so empty, Since the day you had to go. Sad is my life without you, Silent my tears still fall, But to live my life without you, Is the biggest heartache of all.

–Sadly missed by your wife Norrie. O’REILLY (1st anniversary) – Pray for the soul of John O’Reilly, late of 8 Martin’s Terrace, Dungarvan, who died on 29th August, 2014. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, on Friday, 14th August, 2015, at 7.30 p.m. Like falling leaves, The year went by, But memories of you, Will never die. Sunshine passes, Shadows fall, But memories of you, Outlast them all.

–From your loving mother Monica and family, XX.

POWER (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Kathleen Power, late of 9 Lands End, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 18th August. Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved, Behond measure. Will those who think of Kathleen today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always remembered by your loving children Julie, Michael, Jimmy, Dermot; daughters-in-law son-inlaw, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Abbeyside Church on Sunday, 16th August, at 12 noon.

POWER (20th anniversary) – In loving memory of Nellie Power, late of Boolavounteen, Ballinamult, who died on 16th August, 1995. We think of you Mam in silence, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame. Your resting place we visit, And put flowers there with care, But no one knows the heartache, As we turn to leave you there.

–Always remembered by your loving husband Liam; daughter Denise; sons Brian, Niall and Justin; sonin-law Pat; daughters-inlaw Catherine, Ann Marie and Darina; and your loving grandchildren Padraig, Jack, Gearoid, Ciaran, Ella, Tiernan, Hannah, Ellen and Alice, XX. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 14th August, at 7.30 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena.

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WALL (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Catherine Wall, late of Knocknaree, Nire Valley, who died on 18th August, 2006. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 16th August, in St. Helena’s Church, Nire Valley, at 10.00 a.m. Better by far that you should forget and smile, Than that you should remember and be sad.

–Always remembered by her mother Maureen; sisters Valerie, Maura and Noreen; brothers Thomas and Oliver, and their families.

WHELAN (23rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Stella Whelan, late of O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, who died on 17th August, 1992. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Monday, 17th August, at 9.30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Sad are the hearts that loved you, Silent are the tears that fall, But living our lives without you, Is the greatest heartache of all. May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper for you to hear, That we, your family, miss you, And wish that you were here.

–Always remembered by Donie and family.

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Charity / Donations

THE SUNFLOWER SHOP – Supporting Waterford Hospice City & County – Welcomes donations of Clothes, Brica-Brac, Furniture and Toys, etc., in good condition. We also recycle Old Clothes / Linen. House Clearances welcome. Happy to collect. Call HELEN. We are located at Main Street, Kilmacthomas. Tel. (087) 2756576. (ind.)

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A PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) – O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me therein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee (3 times). Holy Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Holy Spirit you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from You in eternal glory. Thank You for Your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer three consecutive days. After three days the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favour is granted. J.C. NOVENA TO SACRED HEART – You have said, O Divine Jesus, ask and you shall receive, seek and you will find, knock and it shall be opened unto you. Relying on these promises, I come with confidence, during this Novena, to beg of you, the favours that I need (here mention your request). From whom shall I ask Lord Jesus, if not from you, whose heart is an unfailing source of graces and merits. Most loving heart of my God, I believe, in your power, I believe in your knowledge, I believe in your personal love for me and therefore, O Sacred Heart, I place my trust in you. One Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be To The Father. Grateful thanks for favour must be published in thanksgiving. M.D.

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Situations Vacant

KIND RELIABLE EXPERIENCED PERSON WANTED – To mind 3 boys, aged 8 years, 6 years and 20 months, in their own home in Stradbally. Car essential for school drops and collections. Non smoker. 3 days per week. Light housework duties included. Contact: (087) 2820307. CHILDMINDER REQUIRED FOR ONE CHILD – In Dungarvan / Abbeyside area. Flexibility and experience essential. Apply to Box No. 5525. (21-8) CHILDMINDER WANTED FROM SEPTEMBER – To mind two children in their own home or childminder’s home. Aglish area. Please contact (086) 0818867.

Practice Nurse Required for 5 sessions weekly for two Doctor General Practice in County Waterford VACANCY DUE TO RETIREMENT Please phone Micheal on (087 2527768) or send CV to Drs. Griffin & McElduff, Health Centre, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford

GOODS IN WEEKEND WORK AVAILABLE IN BUSY DUNGARVAN UNIT A reliable and enthusiastic person is required for the role who can check in goods instore and work on own initiative. Duties will also include cleaning of storage area and store. Driving ability and a clean licence would be a distinct advantage. PLEASE APPLY TO BOX NO. 5524.

Full-time Administrator / Bookkeeper We currently have a vacancy for full-time Administrator / Bookkeeper. The position is based in Dungarvan town. The successful candidate will have experience of MS Word, MS Excel, Sage and preparing VAT returns and bank reconciliations. Applications in writing only by 18th August to: Box No. 5523, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan.

VACANCY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN A CAREER AS A CARE SUPPORT WORKER? Working as part of a team in supporting a person with physical disabilities living in the Dungarvan & Waterford area. Are you available to work split shifts, evenings and weekends? For this reason the role may ideally suit a person living in the Dungarvan area.

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WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL – The EProject Chartered Architects wish to apply on behalf of Mr. Michael and Mrs. Kate Ahern for permission to construct a new split level dwelling, private well, new waste water treatment system and percolation area, up-grading of existing agricultural entrance and all associated site works at Rathquage, Bonmahon, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

O C Legal Notice AN CHUIRT DUICHE THE DISTRICT COURT PUBLIC DANCE HALLS ACT 1935 SECTION 2 (as amended) NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PUBLIC DANCING LICENCE District Court Area of Lismore District No. 21 TAKE NOTICE that Mary Burke of The Sportsman Inn, Cappoquin in the County of Waterford, Nominee of Podgate Limited, intends to apply to the District Court at Lismore on the 11th day of September, 2015, at 10.30 a.m., for the grant of a licence to use a particular place, The Public House known as “The Sportsmans Inn” to wit :– The Sportsmans Inn, situate at Main Street, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, in court area and district aforesaid, for public dancing. Dated this the 11th day of August, 2015. Signed: David Burke & Company, Solicitors for the Applicant, 24 Mary Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. TO: The District Court Clerk, District Court Office, The Courthouse, O’Brien Street, Mallow, Co. Cork. The Superintendent, An Garda Siochana, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The Sergeant in Charge, Cappoquin Garda Station, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford. The Chief Fire Officer, Waterford City & County Council, Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The Secretary, Waterford City & County Council, Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

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DAVID KIELY MONUMENTAL WORKS KILADANGAN, DUNGARVAN Showroom at Kiladangan (near Radley’s Engineering Ltd.) over ONE HUNDRED headstones on display Telephone: (058) 42200. Mobile: (086) 2525663. Fax: (058) 48712. www.davidkielymonumentals.com

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Closing date – Monday, 31st August, 2015. For a full role profile and person specification please log onto www.irishjobs.ie or onto www.cheshire.ie. Applications (CV and Cover Letter) quoting reference CSW/WC/AUG15 to be submitted to Jason Cooke via e-mail to jason.cooke@cheshire.ie or by post to Jason Cooke, Service Manager, Waterford Cheshire, John’s Hill, Waterford.

Best of luck to Monnie Hallahan and the Sliabh gCua Figure Dancers who are to compete this Saturday in the All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Sligo. Photograph taken at the Munster Final in Nenagh, 18th July, 2015. Back row (l. to r.): Gina Gleeson, Marianne Ryan, Monnie Hallahan, Caitriona Ní Ghealbhain, Elaine Flavin. Front row (l. to r.): Aisling Reynolds, Sinead Reynolds, Michelle Condon, Claire Shine.

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Kill SINCERE SYMPATHY It is with great sadness that we report the recent death of Bridget Murray R.I.P. Bridget was a wonderful lady, well respected member of the Kill Community and will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of crossing paths with her. One of her great achievements was the running of the annual Coffee Morning in aid of Waterford Hospice for decades. We would like to express our sincere sympathies to Bridget’s family and friends. May she rest in peace. KILL ACTION GROUP All members of the Kill Community are cordially invited to attend the inaugural meeting of the Kill

Action Group.This group is envisaged to address concerns, establish projects that are in need of completing or initiating and act as a liaison with Waterford Council. Representatives of the council will be travelling the county in September to prioritise work to be done and allocate relevant funding, so it is important that interested individuals and organisation representatives meet beforehand. The establishment of this group may lead to the development of other groups such as Tidy Towns, a Playground Initiative and many more.We would urge all organisations, associations and clubs to have representation at this meeting which will take place on Tuesday, 25th August at

7.30 pm in Kill Community Centre. Great things can be done if we all work together! KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Our Community After School and Homework Club will commence its service on 31st August, 2015 and will provide a breakfast club as well as collection service to primary school children. A Registration Day will take place on Tuesday, 25th August from 12 noon to 7 p.m. in Kill Community Centre. It is envisaged that this club will accommodate children on a flexible basis with required times booked on a daily or weekly basis. All children will need to be registered prior to use of the service. If you cannot attend the registration day

or for further information, please find us on Facebook, contact us on killccentre@gmail.com or 087 4133 522. We are also currently recruiting for an After School Club Co-Ordinator. If you hold relevant and up to date qualifications, or for a full job description, please e-mail your CV to killccentre@gmail.com by Monday, 17th August, 2015. Our Chiropodist Stephanie Beasant will be holding her Registration Day on Wednesday next week. To book an appointment, please contact her directly on 087-9294906. The range of services includes diabetic FootCare, Nail-cutting, Ingrown Toenails, verrucae, bursitis, Provision of Orthotic devices, Insoles and more.

Three year old Courney Carroll was the ‘Rose of the Show’ in this year’s Copper Coast Flower Show

Bonmahon COPPER COAST FLOWER SHOW 2015 Geoparks are special regions in the world that boast outstanding geological heritage and vibrant local culture and this year’s Copper Coast Flower Show revealed a solid and flourishing talent throughout the communities in the Geopark and beyond. The show was busier than ever with all entries demonstrating that talent and creativity knows no boundaries with people of all ages and nationalities

submitting their creations from cakes to crotchet to flowers. 97 year old Peggy O'Meara was delighted to present the Anne Frisby (nee O'Meara) Cup for ‘Rose of the Show’ to 3 year old Courney Carroll of G a r r a n t u r t o n , Kilmacthomas with her parents. Courney impressed all the judges with her stunning single rose entry. The Copper Coast Geopark was founded by local people whose goal is to create jobs through the

development of sustainable tourism. The ultimate aim of the organisation is to spearhead sustainable tourism that develops and promotes the region, strengthens the local economy and improves the visitor experience. To find out more about these and other things to see and do in the Copper Coast Geopark visit our website at www.coppercoastgeopark.c om BIRTHDAY WISHES Very best wishes to Angela Mulcahy on your

birthday last week.We hope you had a fantastic day! A TO B MINERS’ TRAIL Our best wishes to all the merry walkers who will set off on their week long walk this Saturday in the steps of the miners and their families long ago. May the wind be in your back and the sun brighten up your journey. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Congratulations to Paula & Eddie McCarthy on your Wedding Anniversary this week – may there be many, many more!

Entrants from Tramore Copper Coast Flower Show 2015.

FREE CHILDREN’S EVENT Dino Day at Waterford County Museum The event will include: • Educational Presentation • Practical activities • Childrens dinosaur film Saturday, 15th August 11 am to 12.30 pm. All children are welcome LOCAL HISTORY Three more significant

dates relating to Dungarvan: 1967 Closure of Dungarvan railway. 1973 Augustinian College opened at Duckspool. 1980 C.B.S Monastery demolished. OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we would be very happy to accept them.We would scan them and give you back the originals. Looking ahead to the 1916 commemorations we would also be interested in any artefacts or photographs relating to that period. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups,

and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10-5 p.m. Admission is free. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST MONTH OF JULY Surname, First Name, Age, Service No, Rank, Service Unit, Where Born, Death Category, Date of Death. Crotty, Laurance, 24, 62614, Gunner, Army, R.F.A 87 Batt, Kilmacomb, Killed in Action, 7/4/15. Dunne, Edward Patrick, 34, 8950 Pr., Army R.I.Fus. 1Bn, Tinahely Wicklow, Killed in Action, 4/6/15. Burke, John, 17588, Pr. Army, R.Dub.Fus.1Bn,

Waterford, Killed in Action, 7/7/15. Condon, Michael, 19, 19510, Pr. Army, R.Dub.Fus.2Bn., Waterford, Wounds, 7/8/15. Riordan, Michael, 4428 Pr. Army, Leins.Reg.3Bn,Tramore, Died, 7/9/15. Bluett, Joseph, 30, 8637 L.Cpl, Army, R.Mun.Fus.1B, Cappoquin, Wounds, 7/9/15. Cullen, Joseph, 6409 Pr., Army, R.Mun.Fus.2Bn, Waterford, Died, 7/14/15. Veale, Michael, 295061, PO, Stoker R. Navy, H.M.S. Vivid Dungarvan, Died, 7/15/15. Murphy, George, 12384, Pr., Army, Liv'pl Reg.11Bn, Ross/Waterford, Wounds, 7/20/15. Sullivan, John, 3749, Pr., Army, I.Guards.1Bn, Lismore, Wounds, 7/28/15. Furlong, Edward, 41, 15932, Cpl. Army, R.H.A/R.F.A 38Bde, Taghmon Wexford n.s, 7/30/15.

Copper Coast Flower Show 2015 GEOPARKS are special regions in the world that boast outstanding geological heritage and vibrant local culture and this year’s Copper Coast Flower Show revealed a solid and flourishing talent throughout the communities in the Geopark and beyond. The show was busier than ever with all entries demonstrating that talent and creativity knows no boundaries with people of all ages and nationalities submitting their creations from cakes to crotchet to flowers. 97 year old Peggy O'Meara was delighted to present the Anne Frisby (nee O'Meara) Cup for ‘Rose of the Show’ to 3 year old Courney Carroll of Garranturton, Kilmacthomas, with her

parents. Courney impressed all the judges with her stunning single rose entry. The Copper Coast Geopark was founded by local people whose goal is to create jobs through the development of sustainable tourism. The ultimate aim of the organisation is to spearhead sustainable tourism that develops and promotes the region, strengthens the local economy and improves the visitor experience. To find out more about these and other things to see and do in the Copper Coast Geopark visit our website at www.coppercoastgeopark.com

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Dungarvan Hill Walking Club News and Events

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

Ring & Old Parish Parochial Council News THE FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION We would like to send an open invitation to our vigil mass for the Assumption in Old Parish Church this coming Friday, 14 th of August at 6:30 pm, where we will be joined by the Most Reverend Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan DD for our mass celebration. For more updates please visit our website at www.anrinnseanphobal.ie

The Barony Field Day in aid of Waterford Hospice THE Barony of Gaultier Historical Society Field Day in aid of Waterford Hospice which was due to take place on Sunday, 2nd August and was postponed due to unfavourable weather, will now take place this Sunday 16th August with a starting time of 1.00 pm.The venue is in Killea, beside Killea Church. The finale of the Dunmore East Mayoral Election will start the day with a parade from the former Convent. All five candidates will be in an open decked vehicle with their supporters following them. The successful candidate will receive the Mayoral Robe and Chain at the Field Day. We will have various stands and stalls. There will be lots of attractions such as Dunk Tank, Mummers from Wexford, Dog Show, Bouncy Castle, Kiddies Races, Book Stall, Churn rolling race, Archery and much more. Come to Gaultier this Sunday for a great day for all the family and help Waterford Hospice.

Old Fashioned Afternoon Tea CHARITY Vintage Tea Rooms, St. Mary's Church of Ireland, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford – Old fashioned afternoon tea for charity every Saturday 2–5 on Saturday, 15th August, in aid of Barron Community Hall, Stradbally. Find us on Facebook and Twitter – Charity Vintage Tea Rooms.

Tramore Coastguard Station Art Centre KIERAN GOSS Friday, August 21st 8 pm Tickets €20 Book now at venue (051) 391656 We look forward to welcoming one of Ireland's leading songwriters and performers, whose music has won him fans worldwide. The Sligo based singer is joined on stage by his wife, Ann Kinsella. Together they consistently play in sold out venues worldwide. In his own words "We have chosen to live a certain way that puts music and touring and art and poetry and a sense of freedom at the centre of our lives." "Songs are what it's really about, but it's also more than that. There are stories and entertainment. There's craic. It's a good night out, not a heavy night out." The Irish Times wrote, “The sense of fun is tremendous, the playing first rate and the songs are sheer quality.The encores were genuine, but only because the man is too.” “Kieran is one of the most gifted performers around today. He has an amazing ability to reach out to his audience and connect with them in a very special way. This guy is the real deal, and that’s what makes him the star he is.”

Cunnigar Crossing on August 2nd THE CUNNIGAR The Cunningar is a beautiful 3 Km long stretch of sandy beach land that juts out into Dungarvan Bay. The name "Cunnigar" is the Irish translation for "Rabbit warren". It is one of the best Winter Bird Watching locations in Dungarvan Bay in terms of diversity and numbers. It is the top site in Waterford for rare waders such as Ringed and American Golden Plover. The sheltered Bay and the presence of Eelgrass in the shallow waters on the landward side are conductive to large numbers of grazing wildfowl such as Brent Geese and Wigeon. The marshy west side of the bank is good for Teal, Snipe, Herons and Cormorants. THE CUNNIGAR CROSSING The Annual crossing of the Cunnigar organised by

the club as a fund raising event for the Dungarvan Lions Club was held on August 2nd. This has become a very popular event for the Club and we all kept an eye on the Weather Forcasts right up to the day of the Crossing as predictions of dire weather conditions made us worry that we would have to cancel!!. But on the day, donned in old boots and well wrapped up, with John Brown at the helm, over 120 men, women, children and dogs, ventured forth from Dungarvan and waded across. All arrived safe and sound, and made their way to Tigh An Cheoil Pub where they enjoyed welcome refreshments. The pub was hosting an Oyster Festival on the same day which all helped to make the atmosphere even more special. The local G.A.A

Club were raising funds by having a BBQ and musicians entertained us as we sat outside in the SUNSHINE. The money raised will be donated to the Dungarvan Lions Club. A huge thanks to all who helped to make this event such a success. Many thanks to Sean McGrath, owner of Tigh An Cheoil Pub for providing us with tea, coffee and Oysters. To his staff for looking after us so well, many thanks. TENERIFE HOLIDAY The Annual Holiday Abroad in September is to Tenerife.This was the destination of the very first Club holiday abroad. As we are celebrating the clubs 20th Anniversary, it was decided to pay a return visit. Some great walks are planned. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The AGM will be held

on October 6th at 8 pm in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. We will be presenting the funds raised from the Comeragh Crossing to The West Waterford Hospice at the start of the meeting, We hope as many members as possible will attend. WALK SCHEDULE AUGUST 2015 SUNDAY 16th AUGUST B. GALTYS. ( Early Start) 0900. Meet at TSB Car park. C. G L E N S H E L A N E . Meet at TSB Car Park at 1300hrs SUNDAY 23rd AUGUST As this is the Sean Kelly Cycle Event, please note change to meeting point. See Below. B. Galtys. Meet at Master McGrath Pub At The Pike at 0900. (Early Start) C. Milk Hill. Meet at Master Mcgrath Pub at the

pike at 13;000 hrs. SUNDAY 30th AUGUST B. Knockmealdowns. Meet at TSB Car Park at 10;00 hrs, C. Fargrega. Meet at TSB Car Park at 13;00hrs. THURSDAY AFTERNOON WALKS "B" Style Walks. Meet outside Park Hotel, Dungarvan at 12.30 hrs "C" Style Walks. Meet outside Park Hotel, Dungarvan at 13.30 hrs. The meeting point for all walks, unless stated otherwise, is the TSB CAR PARK, 10 minutes before walk time. Dungarvan Hill Walking Club is about FITNESS, FRIENDSHIP AND FUN. If you would like to find out more about the club, visit www.dungarvanhillwalking.org BUT REMEMBER. NO BOOTS NO WALK.

Parish of Lismore & Ballysaggart WE congratulate the students of B.C.S who receive Leaving Cert results this week. A key moment in the lives of all these young men and women and their families. We pray that the results may open for them possibilities to enhance their lives and how they understand their mission in life. There is so much of our lives still ahead after we receive Leaving

Cert results and this is important for those who may be a little disappointed with their achievement to date. A parish with a second level centre of education with a Catholic ethos has much potential for involvement in the wider community. We will celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

next Saturday 15th. It’s a Church holiday. We will have the vigil Mass at 6.15 pm on Fri. 14th and 9.30 am 15th in Ballysaggart and 11 am in Lismore. We welcome back the Choir and Organist after their summer break for this Mass. We are so blessed to have an organist in both of the Churches in the parish. We must never take them for

granted. Piped music is so synthetic for a living worshiping community. Maybe a little more enthusiasm in the dialogue parts of the Mass would benefit us all. This feast inspires us to place our trust and faith in her Son just as she did. It also touches on our faith in the Resurrection of Jesus and our hopes for resurrection also.

Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Mass Timetable: Weekday Mass at 10 am. Saturday, 15th August Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 pm Sunday, 16th August Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 am Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11 am. PRO Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM.

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Stradbally STRADBALLY 800 Stradbally is celebrating a significant birthday this year, and more specifically this week. In 1215, Thomas Fitz-Anthony was granted the Counties of Desmond (Cork) and Waterford by King John, and the foundation of the Medieval Town of Stradbally is believed to date from this time. All that now remains of Medieval Stradbally is the church (in ruins), situated on the highest point in the village, at the top of Church Lane. The Church is a large building, one of the largest Medieval Parish Churches in Munster, and its size gives an indication of the significance of the adjoining town. While the nave of the church dates from the thirteenth century, the chancel is a post-medieval rebuild. Adjoining the chancel to the north is a large stone tower, likely a fortified presbytery, constructed at some juncture after the building of the nave and before the rebuilding of the chancel, and consists of three timber floors. A common misconception is that the ruined Church was an Augustinian Abbey. This belief likely stems from the fact that the church was owned by the Augustinian priory of Inistioge for over 300 years. Regarding the transition of the building from a place of worship to a burial ground, we know that the Church was in disuse by the beginning of the eighteenth century. The earliest dated gravestone in the ruined church is that of Michael Martin who died in 1717. Martin's gravestone bears a skull and crossbones carved in relief, though contrary to popular assumption this is almost certainly a symbol of mortality and not of piracy. In a corner of the nave lies a large graveslab of old red sandstone, the top face

of which is covered with elaborate carvings of a variety of symbols, including among other things the allseeing eye, the lily (symbolising the Resurrection), and the fish. On a bevelled edge around the stone is an inscription, the surviving portion of which reads: "YSABELLA GAL... JACET PLNI". Who Ysabella was we do not know, and her surname also is a mystery, though it has been speculated that she may well have been a Galvin or Galwey - both are local names and there are Galvins buried elsewhere in the ruined church. The most comprehensive account of the medieval church is Ben Murtagh's article 'The Ruined Medieval Church of Stradbally, Co. Waterford: An Archaeological Report' in Decies 56 (2000), pp 133, and on which much of this article is based. Stradbally 800 will consist of two events. On this Thursday, 13th at 7 pm, Julian Walton will give a talk in the medieval church. On this Sunday, 16th at 7 pm, there will be an ecumenical service in the medieval church. Both events are free, and tea will be served afterwards. FEAST OF ASSUMPTION Saturday, 15th august the Feast of the Assumption (a Holy Day of Obligation) Mass times in Stradbally. Vigil Mass Friday, 14th Holy Cross Church, Stradbally 7.30 p.m. Saturday, 15th August Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 9 a.m. St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 11 a.m. STRADBALLY 800 On Thursday, 13th August, 2015 there will be a talk by Julian Walton at the grounds of St. James Church of Ireland, Stradbally at 7 p.m. On Sunday, 16th August at 7 p.m. An Ecumenical

Service will take place at the Medieval Church ruins in the grounds of St. James Church of Ireland, Stradbally with Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. Rev. James Mulhall and Rev. Jenny Crowley. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC A blood donor clinic will take place at Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan on Monday, 10th August from 5 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. On Tuesday, 11th August, Wednesday, 12th August and Thursday, 13th August from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Donor line 1850 731 137. BARRON HALL NEWS Just a reminder that we are hosting a fundraising a ‘Vintage Afternoon Tea’ at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland Tearooms, Dungarvan on this corning Saturday, 15th August from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Join us for a refreshing old style cuppa and cakes, also raffle and cake sale. Our used clothes collection in the Barron Hall will take place on Saturday morning, 5th September in aid of hall funds. Please bring clean clothes and shoes. Committee members will collect clothes from you if need be, just let us know. WHIST DRIVE The Whist Drives continue in the Barron Hall this Friday, 14th August at 8 p.m. and every second Friday night. A great social night out. The Hall is available to hire, the large main hall or the smaller meeting room.The kitchen facilities, disabled toilet and outdoor green area included. Contact the booking officer Nicola at 087 716 0700. STRADBALLY SOCCER NEWS Once more Stradbally Soccer Club Summer Camp was a resounding success. Blessed with

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favourable weather, each day had a varied programme to keep all the participants interested. There was a ‘Magic Show’, Arts and Crafts, Farm Animals on show, vintage car and tractor and the Wobbly Circus just to name a few. The grand finale culminated on the last day with a visit from the ice cream van and face painting. Every day saw all the children goring home happy filled with nuggets of their new experience. A big thank you to all who helped in any way especially our army of young adults, your contribution helped make the camp the highlight of many a child’s year. Adult and youth training continues tonight, Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. TIDY TOWNS NEWS Stradbally Tidy Towns Committee would like to thank John D’Arcy, Ballyvooney and Jim and Sally Thompson, Woodhouse Estate, Stradbally and all the volunteers who took part, for the generous donation of e10,000 from the recent fundraising garden party held at Woodhouse Estate, Stradbally. WHIST CLUB The Stradbally Whist Club had a great attendance last Friday evening with Cissie Kiely being the overall winner. Members are teaching whist on a Tuesday at The Cove Bar, Stradbally for the next 2 weeks. 7.309.00 pm. €2, tea/biscuits included. Come along and we will soon have you playing! The next Whist night is on Friday, 14th August 8.00 pm Barron Hall. €5 with 11 prizes to be won. Tea and cakes, plus there is a raffle. Come along you will be most welcome..even if you have never played. It is for meeting folks and an evening out.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Heritage Week in Waterford

Dungarvan Castle DISCOVER the past. Build the future! – this is the slogan for this year’s Heritage Week which commences on Saturday, August 22nd and runs until August 30th and indeed there is lots to discover with a full range of events and activities scheduled for venues all around Waterford County and City. Waterford City and County Council has published a programme detailing all the events that have been organised by community groups and heritage venues for Heritage Week and this is available from libraries, tourism offices, council offices and on www.heritageweek.ie. This year the theme of National Heritage Week is Ireland’s Industrial and Design Heritage. Waterford has a rich industrial heritage - mining, milling, brewing, tanning and glass making and events in this year’s programme include a

talk by Niall Colfer on the forgotten heritage of millstone quarries around Waterford Estuary and talks and walks on the Copper Coast’s mining history and geology. The public are invited to capture their local industrial heritage on camera for this year’s National Heritage Week photography competition. You can also nominate your own Heritage Hero in recognition of an individual or organization who makes an outstanding contribution to promotion of heritage in Waterford. See Heritage Week event guides and website for further details. Events for Children include a Treasure Hunt at Dungarvan Castle on Sunday August 23rd and workshops on siege warfare in Reginald’s Tower. There is also a range of nature and wildlife walks where you can find out how and

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where to spot bats, otters and whales. In Dungarvan, one of the key events is a presentation of findings by Geo-physicist Kevin Barton who led the recent survey of Gallow’s Hill in conjunction with the local community and museum committee. The Decade of Commemorations features strongly in this year’s programme also with talks and exhibitions on WWI in Tramore and Waterford. Heritage week is coordinated by the Heritage Council and supported locally by Waterford City and County Council. Further details on heritage week events in Waterford and nationwide can be found on www.heritageweek.ie callsave 1850 200 878 or by contacting the Heritage Officer at Waterford City & County Council 058 22000 bguest@waterfordcouncil.ie

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Ballysaggart Curtain Call Productions BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Ballysaggart Festival 2015 has rescheduled the Fancy Dress Parade for 7.00 pm Sunday, 16th August, 2015. Everyone and anyone who is willing to have fun and entertain the crowd as an individual or as part of a group are encouraged and welcome to do so. Parade will be followed by the Prize giving for the Art Competition. Later at 9.30 pm - Music in Meagher’s Bar by Pat Heskin. Come along for a great evenings entertainment. ANNUAL FUN RIDE The 2015 Fun Ride is scheduled to take place in Ballysaggart on Sunday,

September 13th. A meeting to discuss details of the route and other arrangements will be held on Thursday, August 20th at 8:30 pm in the Community Centre. Anyone who wishes to get involved is more than welcome to do so, all help would be much appreciated. BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD NON-STOP DRAW RESULTS This month’s draw was held on Tuesday, August 4th at 8:30 p.m. in the Community Centre. The results are as follows: 1st €60 Deirdre O'Donnell; 2nd €40 Jenny

Fennessy; 3rd €20 Jim O'Brien. Congratulations to all. Next draw will take place on Monday, September 7th. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Dan Howard and Fionula Hynes. 2nd: Tess Hale and Helen Cunningham, Delia Cashell and Rita Doocey, Stephen Cunningham and Dave Fennessy. Lucky Tables: Sheila Lonergan and Bertie Neville, Mary Fitzgerald and Joan Hannon, Eddie Sheehan and Helen Morrissey. Tickets: Joan Hannon, Stephen Cunningham, Tess Hale and Delia Cashell.

Montage of Variety Acts last year

Ballymacarbry BALLYMACARBRY COMMUNITY CENTRE'S GRAND OFFICIAL OPENING FRIDAY, 28th AUGUST, 2015, 7 p.m. Free light refreshments and children’s entertainment. CCWFAG PUBLIC MEETING In Ballymacarbry Community Centre Wednesday, 12th August, 2015, 8 pm. Ecopower has

appealed their planning application refusal to An Bord Planala. A Public Meeting will be held at Ballymacarbry Community Centre at 8 pm on Wednesday, 12th August to discuss this very important issue. The meeting is of particular relevance to anyone who already made a submission to Waterford County Council. BODY ATTACK Thursday 3rd Sept 2015

at 7 pm (1 hour class) Eithne Lonergan will run a class called Body Attack here in Ballymacarbry Community Centre. It’s a mixture of circuit training, boxing, step aerobics, skipping and total toning. It’s suitable for every fitness level both men and women. €50 for the 6 week block & booking is essential! More Info Contact Eithne on 0871338492 or Facebook:Sonic Fitness.

Ballyduff Community Council JULY monthly meeting of Ballyduff Community council took place on Thursday 30th. A large group attended despite the holiday season being upon us. Paddy John Feeney gave a financial update, and currently all is in a healthy state. Cards have now finished for the summer and will return later when the evenings shorten. Community Care had a very successful tour to

Bantry House and Gardens. The day was enjoyed by all with over thirty five people travelling on a most interesting and friendly day out. As always people are welcome to join the group. Contact Paddy Jim Feeney or any Community Care member for details. Social and festival committee meetings continue on a regular basis. Our festival launch took place recently and full details of events will be published in

the coming weeks. Help will be needed for all events, throughout the week from August 16th through to Sunday 23rd Gala Day. So if you have time to spare, please contact Mag Cashell. Well done to Rosie Landers and the Waterford u16 Ladies Football who won the All Ireland recently. The next regular monthly meeting will be on Thursday August 27th.

Ballyduff Upper Community notes SUNDAY, August 16th 2 pm – 5 pm. Ballyduff Community Council presents an outdoor Vintage Tea Party at Sally Sands Flowerhill House. Enjoy the

garden walks and a great deal of history – The famine pot, The flowerhill graveyard. Alex Heskin & Paddy John Feeney will give a talk on history of the area. Face

Painting & children’s treats. Community council stall sale. A wonderful afternoon guaranteed. Portion of proceeds to St. Carthages House. Adults €5.

IT’S just a few days to go before the final theatrical event of the Summer – The Variety Show Fundraiser!! Next Friday night, the 14th August more than ten of Dungarvan’s own local entertainment groups will be performing in this production – treading the boards at the Town Hall Theatre. Everyone is hard at work rehearsing and the sounds of solo singers, dancers, band members and actors can be heard around the town, honing their skills for this one-night only extravaganza. Entertainers range from the under 10’s to the over 60’s – and all ages in between. Kirby School of Performing Arts, Dungarvan Junior Musical

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Society, The Drama Circle, The Deise Brass Band, Take a Bow Productions, CCPD and many local entertainers like Louise Barry, Paula Cunningham, Lena Walsh and Sharon McGuire. It will be a fun evening for all the family and with something for everyone, as the acts range from dancing to singing to comedy to band music and everything in between. With MC Emma Walsh keeping the night running smoothly – it’s a show not be missed. Based on the success of this concert last year – it will be a sell-out. Remember it is for one night only. Tickets are a snip at €10 for a very full programme.There are a few tickets still

remaining, so to reserve your seats text or telephone Mary Kelly on 087 612 5090. Please collect all reserved tickets before 7.45 pm on the night – as we expect a waiting list on the night. Curtain at 8pm.

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NEWS FROM THE SHED Another busy week in the Shed, with a variety of projects taking place. The woodwork shop is as busy as ever, with Jimmy Breen turning out some right fancy wheelbarrows! Good man Jimmy. The garden is in tip top shape, with a lot of planting, up-rooting and cutting taking place. On Thursday evening a group of Shed men and MSEG members took the trip to Youghal to meet up with a group from Youghal Mens group and YMS to take them on at Laser tagging and 10 pin bowling. A great night was had by all, and some of the Shed men were very good at clearing gullys with a bowling ball! Well done to Shed mascot Jamie who showed the old stagers how to do it by coming in with the winning score!

Jimmy Breen with the newly crafted wheelbarrow.

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John White, Tom Byrne, Paudie White, Eamon Byrne, Ned Landers, John Nugent and in front Noel O'Connell at a Déise Festival night time concert some forty years ago. THE MARQUEE Part 4 - Déise Festival The first Déise Festival in 1975 witnessed more than a few near-debacles as the locals came to grips with the monster organising task. The Marquee erected on the field beside Bohadoon Pub for concerts and entertainments was a source of particular concern. With crowds expected from every side of the parish and beyond, a giantsized marquee was needed, a monster of a temporary enclosure big enough to hold two thousand people. Think circus tent. Think big! This was before there was a lounge at Bohadoon Pub, and even this large building when it was built couldn't hold anything like that number of people. Someone said they knew

someone who could provide a marquee, and there the matter rested. But, as the first Festival drew nearer, no further commitments were received. The Committee had an address in County Kilkenny for the supplier, but he didn't answer letters - and there was no phone number. Finally, two men climbed into a car and headed up Kilkenny direction. With perseverance, they tracked down a farm yard said to be the marquee man's business premises. They knocked at the door and the businessman's wife appeared. The two men explained why they were there and the woman of the house responded with laughter. "Did he tell you he could supply a marquee?" "Yes."

"He's a pig farmer!" More laughter. Eventually, the wife recovered herself enough to suggest that her husband just might know someone who knew someone... The very next day, the Committee ordered a marquee from Hines of Portumna, a reputable firm, and that was one more worry off the list. In later years, when the original five pole marquee had been replaced by an even bigger seven pole affair, it was supplied by Waterford man Tom Fennell. Locals fondly remember climbing aboard a neighbour's truck for the journey to Waterford to collect the marquee. The driver always stopped for a treat, that old Waterford City specialty of crubeens and chips. Pigs trotters

never tasted so good. SECURITY A marquee has this weakness: a fellow can sneak in. To prevent this, a stout enclosure was erected around the outside of the marquee. Ten foot poles were driven securely into the ground, then chain-link fencing was tacked on to make a secure perimeter.To prevent freeloaders from climbing up and over, it was topped with strands of electric wire. The security team included one man with the ability to ignore the zaps from electric fencing. Over his years of farming, he'd had grown desensitized to all but the biggest jolts. Security team members recall the man deliberately grabbing hold of the chainlink mesh and the electric wire both. Then he'd test the strength of the fence by and bouncing back and forth in time to the charged bolts. When someone attempted to climb the fence to slip into the marquee without paying, this farmer grabbed hold of the invader with one hand and the electrified fence wire with the other. And, while the shocks blew through both of them, he held a very one sided conversation. His ticketless companion seemed very uninterested in the chat. "What's wrong with ya? What's wrong?" Ouch! Security was also impor-

The Déise Festival Marquee - This is the only photo that has turned up showing the giant marquee used during the Festival that ran from 1975 to 1983. Local supergroup Bódhran are playing at an afternoon concert. They are Mattie Fahey, Sean Callahan, Bernie Power, Christy O'Neill and Michael Flynn

tant at the end of the night when the receipts were bagged and taken into Dungarvan at 3.00 am in the morning. There the money would be deposited in the bank's night repository. Hundreds, even thousands of pounds in conspicuous bank sacks were walked through the dark streets of the town with nary a hint of trouble. DISASTER The Marquee figured in another memorable disaster. One Sunday, the tent was packed for the afternoon concert. But as the last of the crowd stepped into the open air, the marquee suddenly collapsed. It was 5.00 pm and the night-time dance was due to kick off at 10.00 pm, only five hours away. The marquee was absolutely essential, but it was Sunday and there was no way to get the experienced crew back up to Bohadoon over the weekend with their hoists and pulleys. Disaster loomed. The word went out. "All hands on deck." And the parish responded. Dozens, then hundreds of neighbours turned up to help reerect the marquee. By 7.00 pm more than two hundred adults were on hand to hold canvas and ropes and then, with ladders and sledge hammers and brute strength, they got the marquee up and ready, with guy wires out and anchors in the ground. That evening, out came the town fire warden. He'd heard there were problems with the marquee and had come to check. "You didn't get a call from us," he was told by Festival organisers. Maybe not, but now that he was on hand... Closer scutiny revealed that the marquee was indeed standing, the stakes and ties tight.

Mass on the Mountain - In preparation for the visit of Bishop Cullinane this Sunday the 16th of August at 3.00 pm, Tom Moroney and Martin Troy repaint the cross on Croughan. The fire chief completed his inspection forthwith. All was in order. Wo-oh-oh! "... By with a little help from my friends. Don't you know I get..." MASS ON MOUNTAIN 16th August, Sunday Mass on Croughan Mountain will be celebrated by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan of Waterford and Lismore Diocese. Mass begins at 3.00 pm and you'll want to leave between 30 and 45 minutes to walk up. Organisers suggest arriving by 2.00 pm so that there's plenty of time to park and hike to the peak. Jeeps will be available for those requiring a lift to the top. Refreshments and tea will be served afterwards at the bottom of the trail. All are invited and in previous years youngsters and great-

grandparents alike have really enjoyed themselves. CÚIL CHEOIL SUMMER SHOW 18th August, Tuesday Cúil Cheoil Summer Shows on Tuesday nights during the summer in the Park Hotel commencing at 8.30 pm. A lively mix of music, song, dance and story. KILBRIEN PARENT & TODDLER GROUP 19th August, Wednesday - The Group meets every Wednesday in Kilbrien Hall from10:30 to 12:30 throughout the Summer. Everyone is welcome. Check out the Kilbrien Parent & Toddler Group Facebook page or contact Michelle at 087-648-0822. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

Hundreds showed up for the Mary Curran Memorial Run/Walk in aid of Sert. This photo shows a small part of the crowd heading out of Bohadoon Sports Centre to begin the several mile walk.

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Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Results for week ending Sunday, 2nd August. Jackpot prize of €1,800. Winning numbers were 1, 14, 19. There was no winner of the jackpot. 5 x €20 winners as follows, 1) Alice & Breda Burke, 2) Jim Cullinan, 3) Carmel O'Neill, 4) Bernie Gleeson, 5) Gillian Gavaghan. Promoters prize was won by Marian Cliffe. Results for week ending Sunday, 9th August, jackpot prize of €1,900. Winning numbers were 3, 24, 28. There was no winner of the jackpot, so next week's jackpot is €2,000. As the jackpot wasn't won there was the draw for 5 x €20 winners as follows, 1) John Michael Power, 2) Mary E. Boyle, 3) Mick O'Mahoney, 4) Tom Gleeson 5) Dano McGrath. Promoter’s prize was won by J. P. Walsh. Next week’s draw is in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena, on Sunday night, 16th August 2015. Tickets are €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets, committee members and designated promoters. NED BURKE MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT The Annual Ned Burke Memorial Tournament took place in Kirwan Park

last Friday evening on what was one of the rare bright and sunny evenings this Summer. St. Mary's played Ballysaggart who won the trophy on a scoreline of 1-22 to 0-12. The first half was close enough with Ballysaggart scoring a goal on the stroke of half-time to lead by 1-9 to 0-5. In the second half Ballysaggart scored some great long range points especially from man of the match, Steven Mangan. Owen Kearns had a great game for St. Marys, scoring six points in all. After the match, the trophy was presented to the captain by Alice Burke, wife of the late Ned Burke. It was great to see Alice in such good health and we look forward to her attendance in future years. The club would like to thank the Ballysaggart Club for playing in the tournament and it was nice to see Pa Carey back in Kirwan Park. Pa played with St. Marys for a few years. Alice Burke and family would like to sincerely thank St. Marys for hosting Ned's memorial tournament without fail, year in and year out and it really is an honour to be remembered through the memorial matches. After the match, refreshments and sandwiches were provided

for all in attendance and the Burke family would also like to give a big thank you to Marie McDonald for the wonderful food. SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to Mary Power (Cissie, nee Landers) on the recent death of her husband Joseph (Joe) Power. We extend our sympathy also to his son Liam; daughter Patricia Barry; son-in-law Seamus Barry; daughter-inlaw Denise; grandchildren Mark and Claire Power, Georgina, Donal and his wife Julianne Barry, great grandchildren Adrian and Darragh Barry, brothers-inlaw Packie Landers and Paddy Whelan; sister-in-law Peggy Whelan; relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. SYMPATHY It was sadness that news of the unexpected death of John Butler, Kilgreany was received in the community last week. We extend our sympathy to his sisters Brid, Patricia and Kitty O'Goman; brothers-in-law Michael O'Gorman and Hugh Ward; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and freinds. Funeral mass was in St. Laurences Church, Fourmilewater with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace.

Waterford’s Blue Jean Country Queen from Cappoquin, Marie Ahearne, is pictured with Seán Finan, Macra National President, and the Club of the Year perpetual trophy. Entries must be in on the 14th August to Macra National Office. Download the form on macra.ie or call 01 426 8900.

Is Macra’s 2015 Club of the Year in Waterford? The closing date for Macra’s club of the year competition is nearing. Waterford clubs like last year’s winners, Freemount Macra, Avondhu, Co. Cork, who work hard to improve their club and their community, are urged to apply for the 2015 competition. Application forms are available from Macra National Office and on macra.ie. The aim of the competition is to recognise and reward the hard work and commitment of clubs and members. Six clubs are selected to go forward to the national final, which will take place at this year’s Annual Conference (Rally) in Cork over the

October bank holiday weekend. Macra National President, Seán Finan, said, “Our members make a big impact on their clubs and local communities and we are recognising those efforts with the Club of the Year and Best New Member competitions.This competition is open to all Macra clubs and new members and I am urging them to enter.” The ‘Best New Member’ Award will be presented as part of the Club of the Year competition to one individual Macra member who is deemed by his/her club to have made a significant contribution to the development

of the club during their first year of membership. The ‘Best Emerging Club’ category is specifically for new and emerging Macra clubs. The Best Emerging Club award has been designed to acknowledge the achievements of newly established Macra clubs. Application forms have been distributed to clubs who can submit their applications directly to Macra national office. To request a form please call 01 426 8900 or download the form from the competition download section of macra.ie. The deadline for entries is Friday the 14th August.

The Irish Craft Beer Festival is Back, It's Bigger, It's Better!

Winner of the Best Handwriting Cursive Script 9-13 yrs. in Dungarvan Show is Sarah Nyhan, pupil of teacher Ms. Sandra Clarke, Glenbeg N.S.

FOR the fifth year running, the Irish Craft Beer Festival returns to the RDS in Dublin from the 27th – 29th August. The craft beer and cider industry in Ireland has witnessed explosive growth over the past 12 months – reflecting this aptly, this festival has witnessed 400% growth in both brewers and attendees since its conception in 2011. Having attracted over 12,000 visitors last year, the organisers are once again predicting a record turn-out of punters to reflect the record number of breweries and cider makers signed up to date. This year’s line-up consists of over 50 breweries and cider makers – totalling an astounding number of over 200 Irish produced beverages on

offer to attendees. In comparison to last year’s 40 producers, this year has seen an increase of over 25% in the number of breweries attending, a reflection of the massive growth of this local Irish market sector. This year’s festival promises to bring visitors an experience that is unrivalled throughout the country. It is the pinnacle of the year within the Irish craft beer and cider industries. For three days, each supplier sets up its own space within the venue and chats with consumers, enjoying discussions about the intricacies of each unique combination of flavours making every individual product stand out from the next. Breweries and cider makers participating

include: Kelly's Mountain Brew, Northbound Brewery, Black Donkey Brewing Ltd., Carrig, Killarney Brew, Long Meadow Cider, Wicklow Wolf, Porterhouse, Dingle, Rascals Brewing Co, Dungarvan Brewing Company, Lagunitas, Blacks of Kinsale, The White Hag Brewing Company Limited, Eight Degrees, MacIvors Cider Co., Trouble Brewing, Falling Apple, O'Hara's, Independent Brewing, Kinnegar Brewing, Wicklow Brewery, Galway Hooker Brewery, Craft Works, Cask Mates, Tom Creans, Jack Cody's Brewery, Rye River Brewing Company, Stationworks, Quinn Hospitality Ireland

Operations 5 Ltd., Single Pot Still, O Brother Brewing, Armagh Cider, Stonewell Cider, Metalman Brewing Company, White Gypsy, Boyne Brewhouse, Mountain Man Brewing, Manor Brewing Company, N17 Brewery, Beoir Chorca Dhuibhne/West Kerry Brewery, Radikale, Dan Kelly's, 9 White Deer, Western Herd Brewing Company,Toby's Cider Ltd, Scotts Irish Cider and Starr Hill. The festival also offers an array of local Irish artisan food and local musical talent. Some of the city’s favourite food producers will be cooking up a storm including Jane Russell Sausages, Cillian the Pie Man, Dave’s Wood Fired Pizza and more to be confirmed.

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Peter Lee Charity Art Exhibition PETER Lee – Charity Art Exhibition / Auction for Sister Rose. Venue: The Methodist Church, South Main Street, Youghal. Opening: August 27th 7.30 until August 30th 5.30. Enquiries: Peter Lee 087 2760268. Open to offers. THE STORY OF SISTER ROSE Sister Rose Carmel McNamara member of the Institute of Our Lady of Mercy, came on holiday to Romania in March 2000. She quickly became aware of the problems of the marginalised and with the blessing of her congregation returned to Bucharest in October 2000. Initially, she worked with children living with AIDS, teaching them English and befriending them in numerous ways. Other areas of vulnerability soon became evident and in November 2000, a number of shoe boxes filled with food came her way. There was no problem finding people who urgently needed them. Within a short time all were distributed with the help of Mrs. Elizabeth Bohm, co-founder of the association. In the early days, Mrs. Bohm made

her car available in an effort to assess genuine needs. Gradually, volunteers emerged and the work load was shared. As time went by, the necessity for an association was evident to respond to the increasing needs. This led to the foundation of the Association of Our Lady of Mercy in Romania. Today, The Association of Our Lady of Mercy in Romania consists of a multinational group of volunteers, supporting senior citizens (with small pensions) and low income families who are struggling to rear and educate their children. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported me over the years be it through donating money, or material things. Overall to this date there has been approx 35,000 thousand raised through yer generosity. For this I thank you and Gods Love to ye all. For more information contact me on 087 2760 268 and hope to see you at exhibit. Peter Lee

Lismore Mochuda Camp 2015

Alligator Craft

MOCHUDA Camp 2015 is over for yet another year, thank you to all who attended. We had both rain and sun-shine for our four days of camp but the rain did not put a dampener on our day!!! Tuesday was the day for creating our own super hero city, with the fun of bean bag attack & kryptonite disposer race. Luckily the sun was shining and we completed our first day at the beautiful Millennium Park with an obstacle course. For our Explorer themed day we created our own big toothed alligator; and slippery fish for our magnet fishing game.We didn’t have as much luck with the weather so we had our snorkelling race indoors. On Thursday we learned all about electricity and

how it likes to follow a path; which we saw being demonstrated with the use of a plasma ball. We created our own rockets which we launched at the park. We saw plenty of dance moves for our musical astronaut’s game and completed the day with the creation of our very own robots. For our last and final day we made our very own fairy doors/zombie doors thanks to Leigh & Jake. There were a lot of glittertastic people departing Lismore Heritage Centre!!!! At the request of the campers we replayed some of the exciting games from the previous days..... Who are we, to not give into requests; as a result we had a lot of running, racing and dancing for the last hour of camp.

Leigh, Brooke & Orlaigh

Leila-Rose trotting though our obstical course

About to launch their Rockets

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10

Creating a Super City

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Lismore LISMORE TIDY TOWNS NEWS Weeds are thriving at the moment with the wet weather conditions so this is keeping the working team busy trying to keep them under control. In the past week members have weeded the palm tree bed, the bed at the New Street / Bank of Ireland corner, layby on the Tallow Road and the topiary at Canal View Park has been trimmed. Many people have been asking about Tidy Towns adjudication and whether it has taken place. Most people are aware that it is not known when the judges visit but it would be

expected that the first adjudication has been carried out. Only those towns who get a first good adjudication get a second one and Lismore has always got a second judging. In recent years this second judging has taken place in late July but this year because of the late start to judging - mid June - it would be expected that the second judging could be anytime in August even perhaps going into early September. So it is vital that places are swept and kept clean and litter free over the coming weeks. Keep in mind also that

adjudicators in the Tourism Towns competition are also checking out the fifteen long listed towns including Lismore. If you want to know what is happening in Lismore during August please check out the monthly calendar of events prepared and distributed by Lismore Heritage Centre which can be viewed on the Community Notice Board West Street and in most of the businesses around town. NEMATODES Nematodes are tiny parasite creatures which burrow into slightly bigger creatures such as the vine weevil. They release harm-

ful bacteria and destroy them within a day or so. They are not harmful to humans, pets or plants but only work when the soil temperature warms up. August and September are ideal months for application.You buy the nematodes in powder form which is dissolved in water and then the affected area can be sprayed with the solution. Enquire at your local garden centre re supplies or watch out for mail order promotions from garden supply companies. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK More eco friendly pest control ideas.

Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Saturday night last and €50 was won by Jackie and Edel with Card Number 46, the Four of Clubs. Congratulations girls. Next week the draw will be for €900. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win. This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally. GOLDEN WEDDING CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Noreen and Paddy McGrath who celebrated 50 years of marriage recently. Best wishes from all your family and friends. Noreen McGrath (nee Murphy) is a native of Villierstown. Today as both of you look back with happiness and pride. Upon the fifty cherished years that you've spent side by side, may every memory that you share of dreams you've seen come true, help make this special Golden day A happy one for you! SYMPATHY The Villierstown Boating Club wish to express their sincere sympathy to the family of the late Maurice Kiely. Maurice was a great friend and member of this club and will be missed greatly. VILLIERSTOWN WOODLAND LADYBIRDS& BROWINES Volunteer leaders needed for these groups.Work with children of all ages, great fun, make new friends. We meet on Thursday evenings every week. Would look great on your CV. Full training and uniform is pro-

vided. Contact: Maureen 0861703621 Ladybirds; Kirsty 0851541928 Browines. DANCERCISE IN VILLIERSTOWN Get fit and toned to fun chart music every Tuesday in Villierstown Church Hall from 7-8 p.m. €5 per person. New people always welcome. You know you want to … VILLIERSTOWN BOATING CLUB

Next weekend, the 15th / 16th August, Villierstown Boating Club will be hosting the annual Youghal to Villierstown Cruise Festival. This is a great opportunity to showcase the River Blackwater and Villierstown. A flotilla of 20 sailing boats plus a selection of other craft will depart from Youghal at mid-day and sail up the River Blackwater, finishing at Villierstown Quay.This will be the first river sail for some of our clubs young sailing cadets. The sight at Villierstown quay in the late afternoon will be amazing with all the activity. After an overnight stay the flotilla will depart Sunday morning. ART & CRAFT WORKSHOP 3 day comic illustration and pottery workshop. Villierstown Community Room – Main street, Villierstown. Learn the

basics of comic illustration and pottery by designing and making your own original cartoon character under the direction of two qualified artists – Sophie Heloise Cousin and Cora Cummins. Workshop 1: Comic Illustration with Sophie. Thursday, 20th August, 10.00 a.m. - 12 noon. Learn the art of comic illustration and animation to come up with your own unique character. Cost: €10. Workshop 2: pottery sculpture and glazing with Cora. Friday, 21st August, 10.00 a.m. - 12 noon. Learn about the process of pottery from raw clay, to firing and glazing to create a 3D version of your very own cartoon character. In this workshop we will be working with the drawing that students created in workshop 1. Saturday, August 29th, Glazing. The final stage in the production of your piece where you add coloured glaze to strengthen and enhance your design. Cost: €35. €40 for both illustration and pottery workshops. Suitable for children age 8+. Contact Cora for details. (087) 6566282. Spaces limited. THURSDAY, 13th AUGUST Thursday, 13th August, is International Lefthanders Day and a chance to tell your family and friends how proud you are of being left-handed. This day is important in raising awareness of the everyday issues that lefties face as we live in a world designed for righthanders. Say it loud – say it proud. VECP Yes, it’s that time of year again when shrieks of laughter and shouts of joy

can be heard in the woods and down on the quay … Villierstown Outdoor Adventure Camp is on. So much to do, so little time. “Why fit in, when you were born to stand out” SCOOP THE POOP Villierstown is still suffering badly with the BIG PROBLEM of Dog dirt. Dog dirt causes disease.The Litter Pollution Act of 1997 requires dog owners to clean-up after their pets foul in public places. It’s not just a fad, children are at risk of infection. Please be aware. GET THE CAMERA OUT Morris Oil is delighted to announce their 2016 Calendar Photo Competition. This competition is open to everyone with a maximum of 2 entries per person. Get snapping … Check out:Morris Oil on Facebook. COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village … Text: 087-3538347. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”. Contact Carol:- 087-6635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. virtue.pc@hotmail.com A SUMMER THOUGHT … My heart says chocolate and wine … But my jeans say … for the love of God woman … eat a salad … He, he, he …

Stone Carving Workshops at Lismore Castle AS part of Heritage Week, Philip Quinn presents a series of stone carving workshops for adults in Lismore Castle. There will be a one day workshop on Friday 28th August with a longer two day workshop on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th, for all skill levels and novices. Please choose whether you prefer a one day or two day course. A two day course allows you the opportunity to work on pieces for longer and refine your skills over a longer period. If you prefer to get a taster, a 1 day course may suit you better. At the end of the workshops participants will be able to display their work in unusual locations in the Castle Gardens. Lunch and

refreshments provided. Price €100 per day. For more information or bookings please contact Paul McAree Exhibitions and Events Manager

Lismore Castle Arts Lismore Co. Waterford Ireland T: +353 (0)58 54061 W: www.lismorecastlearts.ie

Summer Exhibitions in Old Market House Arts Centre THE Old Market House Arts Centre, Lower Main Street, Dungarvan has something for everyone with its annual Summer Group exhibition. The work of over twenty artists, mainly from the South East region and Munster is on show. The lead gallery artist is Kilkenny based Esther Heffernan who has worked extensively on creating water colours of local

scenes for the exhibition. Oils, pastels and acrylics are also available from Cassie Kirby, Ann Brennan, Catherine Callanan, Jim Lawn, Miriam Twomey, David Bickerton, Maeve Doherty, Diana Marshall, Maria Dowling, Rodney Cairns, Martine Finucane, Geraldine O’Riordan, Donal Buckley, Anne Marie Foley, Andrea Jameson, Phil Davis, Clare Walsh and Orla O’Rourke. There will be

chance to meet the artists on Saturday, 22nd August, from 3.00 p.m. in the Arts Centre. The Old Market House Arts Centre (058/48944) is open Tuesday to Friday 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (lunch 1.30 to 2.30 p.m.) and Saturdays 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. These exhibitions continue until Saturday, 12th September, 2015. Admission is free and all are most welcome.

Have you heard about The Drama Circle? THE Drama Circle is a new forum based in Dungarvan. The idea is to host regular evenings of dramatic readings of monologues, duologues or poetry in a social setting with a dramatic twist and we are looking for like minded people who would enjoy sharing their talents among friends. Drama Circle has been set up by Deirdre Collender and Charlie O'Donoghue who have been involved in quite a few productions, both on and off stage, and who feel that there is a wealth of interest and talent for drama in Dungarvan. Deirdre says "There is an element of fun and camaraderie during the rehearsal process of a play. A learning curve which is replaced by adrenalin during the run, and then it all ends abruptly until the next time." She goes on to explain that The Drama Circle's

mission is to capture the fun element of rehearsals during these evenings, with everyone who would like to be involved, getting a chance to perform, with props and costumes if possible. Introducing stagecraft, and honing talents would be a longterm goal, along with some small scale, stripped back productions in unusual settings. There is something unique to offer to all who are interested in the drama process, whether they are in a club or not. There is a good demand for this type of forum, given the number of active drama clubs in the area, and also that there are, more often than not, more people than parts available. The beauty of this concept is that everyone gets a chance to perform with minimum preparation and line learning! It gives people who are new to drama

the opportunity to try out their voice in a supportive and relaxed environment. Our first evening is coming up shortly, upstairs in Merrys. We encourage anyone who is interested to pick a monologue or poem that they would like to read and let us know well in advance what it is so we can form a running order, avoid duplication and offer any help. We are also delighted to be included in Curtain Call Productions' Variety Night in the Town Hall. We will be giving a flavour of what the club is about with two very different dramatic monologues. Tickets can be purchased on 087 612 5090. We have a facebook page The Drama Circle where we can be contacted with any questions, or call or text 087 2655645 after 5.00 p.m.

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Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise SEOLADH LEABHAR - AN LINN BHUÍ XIX Beidh an Linn Bhuí, Irisleabhar Gaeltacht na nDéise, Imleabhar XIX sheolta le linn Daonscoil na Mumhan i gColáiste na Rinne, Dé Máirt 18ú Lúnasa ag 7:30 i.n. An Linn Bhuí XIX will be launched during Daonscoil na Mumhan in Coláiste na RInne on Tuesday the 18th of August at 7:30 pm. CRUINNIÚ POIBLÍ – COMÓRADH 1916 Beidh cruinniú poiblí ar siúl ar Céadaoin 2ú Meán Fómhar ag 8i.n. i Halla Phobal na Rinne chun Comóradh 1916 i nGaeltacht na nDéise a eagrú. Tá an cruinniú á neagrú ag Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Gaeltacht na nDéise. Beidh fáilte roimh cách teacht chuig an cruinniú seo agus a dtuairimí a chur in iúl. Tuilleadh Eolais – cfdeise@gmail.com nó cuir glaoch ar 058 46664. A Public Meeting will be held at 8pm on Wednesday 2nd September in Halla Phobal na Rinne to organise the 1916 commemoration in Gaeltacht na nDéise. The meeting is being held by Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Gaeltacht na nDéise. All are welcome to attend. Further Information – cfdeise@gmail.com or call 058 46664. DAONSCOIL NA MUMHAN Beidh Daonscoil na Mumhan ar siúl i gColáiste na Rinne, Rinn Ó gCuanach, ón 16ú go dtí an 21ú Lúnasa 2015. Tá clár ama lán le léachtaí, ranganna, ceardlanna, ceol agus céilithe curtha le chéile i mbliana agus tá fáilte romhat clárú anois. Beidh an Linn Buí, Irisleabhar Gaeltacht na nDéise sheolta ar Máirt an 18ú lá ag 7:30 i.n. agus beidh Ceolchoirm na Daonscoile ar siúl ag 8:30 i.n. ar Déardaoin 20ú Lúnasa. Beidh aoichainteoirí den scoth ag caint le linn na Daonscoile ar ábhar éagsúla, Sorcha Ní Chéilleachair – C a t h a o i r l e a c h Thuismitheoirí na Gaeltachta agus Rónán Ó Domhnaill – An Coimisinéir Teanga ina measc. Déan teagmháil le Annraoi de Paor ar 087 9711091 nó le Míchéal Ó Drisleáin 087 7938709 le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais. www.daonscoil.com Daonscoil na Mumhan will be taking place in

Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn, from the 16th to the 21st of August 2015. A full program of lectures, classes, workshops, music and a Céilí or two has been put together this year and you are welcome to register now. An Linn Bhuí will be launched at 7:30 pm on Tuesday 18th of August and Ceolchoirm na Daonscoile will be held at 8:30 pm on Thursday the 20 th. A series of wonderful guest speakers has been arranged to give talks on various topics, Sorcha Ní Chéilleachair – Chairperson of Tuismitheoir na Gaeltachta and Rónán Ó Domhnaill – An Coimisinéir Teanga amongst others. Contact Annraoi de Paor on 087 9711091 or Míchéal Ó Drisleáin on 087 7938709 for more information. www.daonscoil.com FÍS TIME OUT TAISPEÁNTAS EALAÍNE I NDÁNLANN JOAN CLANCY Beidh taispeántas ar siúl i nDánlann Joan Clancy, 13ú – 23ú Lúnasa, ag Elisa Feiritéar agus Claire Lee. Buaigh Elisa agus Claire Gradam Céimithe Crawford 2015 ag Dánlann Joan Clancy. Beidh Sheila Wood, Blawnin Clancy, Andrea Jameson agus Rayleen Clancy á thaispeáint chomh maith le Ross Steward, a d’oibrigh ar Amhrán na Mara (2015) agus The Secret of Kells (2009). Beidh an Dánlann oscailte go laethúil, 11r.n. go 5i.n, an deireadh seachtaine san áireamh. Tuilleadh eolais: 086 8134597, www.joanclancygallery.com Elisa Feiritéar and Claire Lee, winners of Joan Clancy Gallery 2015 Crawford Graduates Exhibition Prize, will have their work displayed in Joan Clancy Gallery from 13th to the 23rd of August. The work of Sheila Wood; Blawnin Clancy; Andrea Jameson; Rayleen Clancy will also be on display, along with Ross Steward who worked on Song of the Sea(2015) and The Secret of Kells (2009). Further information: 086 8134597, www.joanclancygallery.com SNÁMH URRAITHE AN RNLI Bhí an 21ú Snámh Urraithe Bliantúil i gCeann Heilbhic ar siúl le linn na Deireadh Seachtaine. Bhí slua mór i láthair agus d’éirigh go hiontach leis.Tá buíochas mór ag dul don

lucht eagrúcháin. The 21st sponsered swim in Ceann Heilbhic was held over the weekend. A large crowd was in attendance and it all went off wonderfully. A sepcial thanks goes to everyone involved in organising the event. HÚLAÍ Bhí seachtain iontach ag na bpáistí ag an gcúigiú Campa Húlaí ón 4ú – 7ú Lúnasa 2015. Campa Samhraidh Ceol Tr a i d i s i u n t a , Amhránaíocht, Dráma, Rince agus Ceárdachas a bhí ann. Tá buíochas mór ag dul go: Mary Rafferty (ceol), Caitríona Ní Ghealbháin (rince), Mairéad Uí Ghealbháin (ealaíon), Ógie Ó Ceilleachair (dráma), Niamh Fennell (cnaguirlisí) as seó iontach a chur le chéile leis na páistí ar an lá deirenach. Beidh ranganna ceol, amhranaíochta agus rince ag Húlaí ag tosú arís i Mí Mean Fómhar. Déan teagmháil le Mary Rafferty ar 087 2714671 i gcomhair tuilleadh eolais. www.hulai.ie A great week was had by the kids at the 5th Húlaí Camp which was held from the 4th – 7th August. Húlaí is a Summer Camp of Traditional Music, Singing, Drama, Dance and Crafts. A special thanks go to: Mary Rafferty (ceol), Caitríona Ní Ghealbháin (rince), Mairéad Uí Ghealbháin (ealaíon), Ógie Ó Ceilleachair (dráma), Niamh Fennell (cnaguirlisí) for the wonderful show they organised with the kids on the last day of camp. Húlaí music, song & dance weekly classes will resume in September. For more information, please contact Mary Rafferty 087 2714671 or visit www.hulai.ie. REILIG AN tSLÉIBHE Tá an Coiste Fáilte i nGaeltacht na nDéise i mbun taighde ar stair Reilig an tSléibhe, reilig a théann siar chuig aimsir an Gorta Mór. Má tá eolas ar bith agat faoi stair na háite sin, beidh an Coiste Fáilte buíoch as teagmháil a dhéanamh leo agus an t-eolas sin a roinnt. Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 058 46664 nó ag cfdeise@gmail.com An Coiste Fáilte in Gaeltacht na nDéise are researching the history of Reilig an tSléibhe, a graveyard that goes back to the time of the Famine. If you

have any information about the history of this site, An Coiste Fáilte would be grateful if you contacted them to share this information.You can contact them at 058 46664 or at cfdeise@gmail.com. CRÚSA LÁIMHSIÚ IASC - SKILLNETS Tá sé i gceist ag Skillnets cúrsa Láimhsiú Iasc a eagrú i bPort Láirge, cúrsa dhá lá atá i gceist a bheas oiriúnach d’aon duine gur suim leo obair a fháil nó gnó a bhunú san earnáil seo. Beidh an cúrsa múinte ag Hal Dawson atá ag obair le Skillnet faoi láthair ag cur cúrsaí próiseála iasc ar fáil. Déan teagmháil le John Hickey ag 087 6295047 nó ar r-phoist ag hickey@bim.ie i gcomhair tuilleadh eolais. Skillnets are planning on providing a Fish Handling course in Waterford. This will be a two day course that would be suitable for someone seeking a job or planning to set up a company in this industry. Contact John Hickey on 087 6295047 or by E-mail: hickey@bim.ie for further information. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ón Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9-11 ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú will be available for appointments in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 am – 11 am. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha – www.facebook.com/comh lucht.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.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

30th Anniversary of Melleray Grotto

IN 1981, Fr. Celestine, a Cistercian monk from Mt. Melleray Abbey erected a Grotto at Boola, Melleray, Cappoquin. The Grotto was erected through the help of workers from the monastery as well as local people. On Friday, August 16th, 1985, Ursula O’Rourke (16) visited the Grotto with her mother. Our Lady appeared to her at the Grotto. Within the following days, a local farmer Michael O’Donnell also received a vision from Our Lady as

well as the message - “preserve Sunday’s for prayer”. Two local youths, Tom Cliffe (12) and Barry Buckley (11) also received visions and messages from Our Lady within the coming days. They were told by our lady to tell people “my message is peace and prayer.” This was one of many messages they received. As news of the apparitions spread nationwide, the Grotto was visited by thousands of people. Many of these people also received visions at the Grotto.To this

day, thousands of Pilgrims visit the Grotto every year. Today it is a place of peace, prayer and sanctuary and reflection for the many pilgrims who visit the Grotto. This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the apparitions at Melleray Grotto. On August the 15th, Benediction of the Blessed sacrament will take place at 3.00 p.m. From August 16th to August 24th Prayers each night commencing at 8.00 p.m. concluding on August 24th with Blessing of the Sick and candle night procession at 9.30 p.m.

Ballyduff Gala Festival starts this Sunday BALLYDUFF Gala Festival 2015 was launched Thursday last, 6th of August in St. Michael’s Hall. There was a great community spirit on the night and all members are ready for a busy eight days/nights ahead! Starting on Sunday, 16th August, and finishing Sunday, 23rd August. Starting off the week is Afternoon Vintage Tea Party on the lawns of Sally Sands Flower Hill House, Coolisheal, Ballyduff.There will be a history talk on Flower Hill Grounds and there will be music and family entertainment from 2-5 p.m. So come along, enjoy and relax on the lovely grounds of Flowerhill. A great day not to be missed. On Monday, 17th August, we are holding BINGO in St. Michaels Hall at 8.30 p.m. (€100 jackpot guaranteed). On Tuesday, 18th August, 45 Drive in St. Michael’s Hall

at 8.15 p.m., €10 per game. Also on this night is the children’s walking treasure hunt U16’s at 7.15 p.m. and 6-10 year olds at 7.30 p.m. in the Sports Hall. On Wednesday, 19th August, is Booley House Show in St. Michael’s Hall at 8.15 p.m. On Thursday, 20th August, there is a pub quiz in An Sibin at 9.00 p.m. €20 per table of 4. Friday, 21st August, is car treasure hunt starting at the community field at 7.15 p.m., results and music afterwards in The Log Cabin. Saturday, 22nd August, is the John Daly U10 Tournament at 10.00 a.m. Our annual fancy dress takes place at 6.30 p.m. on the street. Results and music afterwards in The Log Cabin Gardens with DJ O'Rourke All welcome as a great night is assured. Children's entertainment will also be there. A great night for all the family.

If you are looking for a bit of music, craic and dance then we have an excellent line up for all music goers... Saturday night, 22nd August, we have "LOOSE CANNONS" which will rock St. Michael's Hall, doors open at 11.30 p.m.!!! This event is over 18’s and ID will be required! Our Gala Day is Sunday, 23rd August. There will be a dog show, sheaf throwing, chainsaw craft display, U5 tent with a puppet show, 4x4 off road spins, art competition which is sponsored by McGoverns shop and many more. Our main event this year as part of our Gala Day is the DONKEY DERBY which starts at 4.00 p.m. The festival will close Sunday night in St. Michael’s Hall with the very popular DJ Bear, doors open at 11.00 p.m. Keep an eye out on the papers and on our Facebook page – Ballyduff Upper Gala Festival.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

COMERAGH COMHALTAS

Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach FLEADH CHEOIL NA HÉIREANN Sligo 9th - 16th August 2015 All roads lead to Sligo for many of our branch members this weekend for the annual All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil. The summer holidays aren't all fun and games for our qualifying members but practice and preparation for the biggest traditional music competition on the calendar!! I'd like to take this opportunity on behalf of the Comeraghs Comhaltas committee to wish each and everyone of you the best of luck. Also the best of luck to our neighbouring branches, Ballyduff, Tramore, Waterford and surrounding areas. Below is a reminder of the Comeraghs Comhaltas All Ireland 2015 Qualifiers!!!!! Ceol Beirte / Duets (1518) 1st Clodagh Ní Cheallaigh, Jana McCarthy Kent CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge,

Port Láirge An Trá Mhór Ceol Trír / Trios (O18) 3rd recommended Claire Fennell, Clara Mannion, Sarah O'Gorman CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Ceol Beirte / Duets (Faoi 12) 3rd recommended Ellen O'Gorman, Joseph Mannion CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Bodhrán / Bodhrán (O18) 2nd Niamh Fennell CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Bodhrán / Bodhrán (Faoi 12) 1st Joseph Mannion CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Tionlacan / Accompaniment (15-18) 1st Daniel O'KeeffeCCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Mileoideon / Melodeon (Faoi 12) 2nd Joseph MannionCCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Consairtín / Concertina

(O18) 1st Clara Mannion CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Fidil / Fiddle (Faoi 12) 2nd Ellen O'Gorman CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Bosca Ceoil / Button Accordion (Faoi 12) 1st Joseph Mannion CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Foinn Mhalla, Feadóg / Whistle Slow Airs (O18) 1st Claire Fennell CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Foinn Mhalla, Feadóg Mhór / Flute Slow Airs (O18) 2nd Claire Fennell CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Foinn Mhalla, Fidil / Fiddle Slow Airs (Faoi 12) 2nd Ellen O'Gorman CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge Foinn Mhalla, Fidil / Fiddle Slow Airs (12-15) 2nd Seamus O'Gorman CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge

Foinn Mhalla, Fidil / Fiddle Slow Airs (15-18) 2nd Sarah O'Gorman CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge 3rd recommended Clodagh Ní Cheallaigh CCÉ, Craobh Na gComarach, Port Láirge TUESDAY NIGHT SEISIÚN Comeraghs Comhaltas weekly Seisiún in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan Tuesday at 8.30 pm August. The 2 hour show includes traditional music, song and dance, and even a complimentary cupán tae during the break! Our second half encourages audience participation which goes down very well with all present. Throughout the years we have seen many a talented singer, musician, storyteller and dancer on our stage which adds to the uniqueness of this very special show. With only one show left to perform, you know what to do!!!! Hope to see you there.

Some of Comeraghs Comhaltas Younger Members Entertaining the Crowd at the Park Hotel

Kilmacthomas UNION WORKHOUSE A large group gathered at the Union Famine Graveyard on Thursday evening, 6th August. Mass was celebrated by Bishop Cullinan assisted by Fr. Martin Keogh PP, Fr. Condon PP, Canon Harney and Fr. Halloran. Sean Murphy delivered the history of the famine years in Kilmacthomas. On behalf of the Parish Council Richie Crowley thanked everybody and Mary Norris presented

Bishop Cullinan with a Waterford glass bowl, a wreath was laid in memory of the dead by Michael Carey and Bevin Bowdren. Bishop Cullinan expressed his thanks for the invitation to Kilmacthomas and thanked those involved in keeping the graveyard in such good condition. Tea and cakes was served in the Union Workhouse afterwards. COLLECTION Church Gate Collection in aid of St.Vincent De Paul fund takes place at all

Churches on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th August. Please support generously. LOTTO RESULTS Results of the Kilmac AFC lotto draw on Saturday 8th August, letters drawn C E P W, no jackpot winner, five winners of €20 each to Biddy Cleary, Riverview, Kilmac; Peggy Power, Union Road; O'Rielly Children, High Road; Ambrose Galvin, Ballyhussa and Tony Kirwan, Fews. Next week’s jackpot

€3000, be in to win. CAR BOOT SALE Sunday, 16th August the date for your car boot sale in the Rainbow Community Hall, 10.00 am to 2.00 pm, book your table for €10 or just come and avail of the many bargains to be got, home baking, books, bric-a-brac, clothing, toys, potted plants, shrubs, kindling and many more. Tea and coffee served and some delicious buns and cakes.

Foster and Allen Concert in Ardmore

Foster and Allen on stage at St. Declan's Church Ardmore on Friday night last. (Gerry O'Mahony)

Ardmore CARA O’SULLIVAN CONCERT One of Ireland’s leading sopranos, Cara O'Sullivan, takes to the Ballymaloe Grainstore stage with an updated version of her popular show, An Evening With Cara O'Sullivan. As well as showcasing her extraordinary voice, Cara will share memorable stories from her career, including both highlights and lowlights. Her Ballymaloe concert will feature a new programme of songs, as well as classic favourites in this irreverent and humorous evening of song and story. An artist with an impeccable operatic pedigree, Cork-born Cara has risen to prominence as one of the country’s best-loved voices. She is an instinctive performer with a remarkably full voice, exciting and dramatic, while still performing with great sensitivity. Cara has shown herself to be a fearless vocal artist, whether singing Mozart, Verdi, Donizetti, or Puccini and is very much in demand for opera, oratorio and song recitals. Cara’s concert career and operatic engagements have taken her all over the world. Spanning an impressive and wide-ranging repertoire, she has been called “the Irish superstar of her generation”. Price: €25. CALISO BAY Moylan’s Cottage where the smell of fish once wafted about around the rooms. Has been engulfed in nature’s camouflage of

different colours and smells. ‘Pats’ and his brothers have long since departed this place. To fish and mend nets in the after-life. Gravel still about the place in abundance; so crumbly you will almost sink. Mick’s horse patiently waiting for cart to be filled with builders’ gold dust. Paddy Tobin’s big yellow truck trundling down by Rookery Corner. Paddy’s gone. Mick is gone. The horse to the mincer. Hairpin bend then down the hill like the devil is on thy tail. As fast as fast could be, screaming and hollering, down the eastward facing hill. Sometimes the road won and sent tumblers tumbling towards the briars. Those with the least amount of blood-stained clothes head back up to try again. The Lobster Shed in later years; filled with thousands of cranky creatures. Living an extra few days before ending up on Gallic plates. Tim Carr puffing a Gold Flake and sipping days-old tea from a flask. Cold concrete now; idle minds and careless hands it's destroyer. Parking spots are scarce now; sea edging up with Sou’westerlies behind it. Never a place for boat launches; even less so now with every day. Eventually only walkers will come down the hill.

To Caliso Bay, Monatrea, Co. Waterford, Ireland. VROOM VROOM! It's that time of the day/night again when weird notions enter my head...must be something to do with the lack of sleep...throwing it out there to owners of motorcycles in our area and maybe beyond. Would a little club/group of like-minded individuals who might occasionally take off for a few hours for a trip to a town/village they have never been to before be a good idea? Our little island state has many places where some of us have never been or have only been there as children on family holidays. Villages in far-flung places of the west of Ireland. Scenic spots in the Wicklow Mountains. How many of you have ever been on the Caha Pass? How many of you even know where it is, and don't go Googling it, use your brain to try and recall it! Many years ago there was a very vibrant group of bikers in East Cork West Waterford who were quite mad and would often take off for exotic places like Shanagarry, Cork city or even on one occasion Macroom! Of course in time some left the motorcycle scene completely, some emigrated, some just moved on and picked up wives and kiddies so the bike and the ad-hoc outings had to go... Maybe it's time to bring a bit of adventure back into our sometimes boring lives!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Ballinameela Rockin’ in the City BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of August is Moya Power who can be contacted on 087 6356478. Current events on in the hall and local community: BADMINTON If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to ballinameela community centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if interested contact Mairead at 087 7681975. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious

activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish .communityalert.ie FINISK VALLEY AC NEWS Finisk Valley AC will be taking a well-earned summer break, last training session will be finishing on Wednesday, 15th July and returning on 12th August. On return we will be starting the Cross country training, the Minimum age limit for Cross country training will be 7 years old. Athletes age 5 to 6 will return for indoor training after the Hallowe’en break, Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). FUNDRAISER NIGHT A GREAT SUCCESS The Committee members would like to thank everybody who came out to support our fundraiser on Friday night last, it was great to see the community come together to enjoy a lovely socialable evening. We would like to thank all who donated lovely prizes for our raffle, The Little Milk Company, Tom Curran Hardware, Flahavans, Frank Seery, Deice Fuels and many more. This year we had the pleasure of Martin Mannion and his family accompanied by singer Barry Duffy which played a great selection of tunes and songs, we also had local DJ

Noel Walsh who played his decks into the early morning, thanks again guys for great entertainment. A big thank you to local man James Twomey who took the time to come and entertain us with his magnificent display of magical tricks. This event could not take place without the help of all the members of the committee so thank you all for all your help and time dedicated to the event .All monies raised will go back into the community centre to keep it to the high standard for all the community to enjoy. The centre is a wonderful amenity for you to use for indoor soccer, parties etc. To book the hall or equipment in the hall please contact our booking officer Alison Curran on 0878289147. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre. LOTTO RESULTS 10th AUGUST, 2015 Winning numbers were: 2, 10, 13. No winner. €20 winners: Hal Chavasse, Cappagh; Old Stock and Muck; Lumberjacks, Tom McCarthy, Ballygambon; Ena O’Shea, Cappagh. Next week’s jackpot €2,150 and will take place in the Cruiscin Lan.

Kilrossanty MEETING There will be a special meeting in St. Brigid’s Hall on Thursday 13th at 7.30 pm to organise the stewarding of the Sean Kelly race which will be held shortly around this area. All are welcome. HURLERS Hard luck on the Waterford Hurlers who were beaten by Kilkenny last Sunday in Croke Park. They have given the people many good days this year, so

take a bow ENGAGAMENT Congratulations to Colm O’Brien, Furraleigh and Jenny O’Mahoney, Abbeyside who announced their engagement recently. COMERAGH QUEEN The committee would like to thank the following who gave sponsorship to the Comeragh Queen Festival. Crotty’s Inn, Tom Morrissey Builder,

Comeragh developement, Farm relief Services, Waterford Sheepbreeders Association, Ballydurn G A A Club, Cllr. John O’Leary, Cllr Mary Butler, Cllr Liam Brazil, O and A Hairdressers, Village Flowers, Comeragh Oil, P J Mulhearne, Jenny Kirwan, James Lonergan, Heineken. On camera was Willie Cusack photographer. Thanks to all who helped in any way to make it a success once again.

Tallow Community Council Notes SOCIAL DANCE We will hold a social dance in the Arch Ballroom. Tallow on Friday,

28th August at 9 pm to 12 noon. Music by Philip English. Admission €10.00. Refreshments served. All are

welcome. Upcoming Music, Brendan & Patricia Lee, October 8th

YOU wouldn’t think it from looking out the window, but Summer in the City is still upon us and the live music is continuing in John Robert’s Square. The Waterford Council and Waterford Business Group initiative has seen some of the best local and national bands performing in the city centre every Friday and Saturday night as well superb fun and games for children of all ages. This Friday, August 14th, local band Pinch of Pepper will take to the stage at 5.00 p.m. to deliver a two hour set of quality driving rock. If you like your rock anthems, such as Dire Straits, Bon Jovi and Queen, then you’ll love Pinch of Pepper. On Saturday, August 15th, at 3.00 p.m. it’s the return of one of last year’s most popular acts – Elvis Presley! ELVIS was, and still is an International icon. Although the man himself is no longer with us, his legacy and his massive body of work is still rock and

rolling all over the world. There are thousands of Elvis Impersonators in the world, so many in fact that there is an Elvis Tribute Championship held in Memphis each year. The Irish Elvis Show however, performed by Cal Callaghan has been called “one of the best in Europe” and will blow the audience away on Saturday afternoon. Cal’s Elvis show is so much more than an impersonation and has been called “The most authentic and entertaining Elvis show you are ever likely to see.” Cal brings the outfits, the hits, the humour and all the moves to a two hour show that will have you on your feet from start to finish. As well as all the tunes we all know and love such as “Suspicious Minds”, “Jailhouse Rock”, “Blue Suede Shoes”, “Devil in Disguise” and “Burning Love”, Cal also sings some of the covers that Elvis himself sang such as “Unchained Melody” and

“My Way”. It will look and sound like you are at a real Elvis concert and Cal also brings something special for the ladies and the true Elvis fans – you’ll have to wait and see for yourself what that is! Before Elvis takes to the stage, the famous Thomas Francis Meagher Fife and Drum Band will entertain shoppers and revellers alike from 2.00 p.m. The Summer in the City events are free for everyone

to enjoy and are brought to you by Waterford City and County Council, Waterford Chamber and Waterford Business Group. Upcoming acts for the rest of the summer include, The Jam Tarts, Newfoundland, Neil Diamond show and loads more. For more information on Summer in the City, see their Facebook page on Facebook.com/summerinthecity

Modeligo PATTERN DAY Next Saturday, August 15th is Pattern day in Modeligo. Mass of the Immaculate Conception at 10 am, to be followed by annual Holy Well Rosary Pilgrimage. Please feel free to join in, it's a tradition that goes back a long time.Vigil Mass for the 15th August at 7.30 pm in Affane on the preceding Friday. FIELD EVENTS The Pattern Celebrations will get underway at 1.30 pm with a Fancy Dress parade. There are 3 categories as follows: Topical;

Sport and TV Programme/Personality. Numerous sideshows, some of them first-timers as well as the Juvenile Sports and Dog Show will follow on, so do come along early and enjoy the "field evening". also note that a 5 aside Astro Soccer tournament is planned for 4 o'clock. This is for both Ladies and gents over 15. Please contact shane at 087 6102872 to take part or for further details. DROPS OF GREEN The above folk-rock

band will be playing in the Community Hall. Doors open at 9 pm, it promises to be a fantastic night's entertainment. Our eager-beaver committee members have gathered a load of brilliant Spot Prizes for the occasion. There are still some tickets available from Shane or any Committee member, so don't dare miss out on this unique event! PATTERN FINALE On Sunday night (August 16th) DJ Noel will Spin the Discs at Deckies. We've seen Noel at Deckies

before and he's guaranteed to put on a good show. MINI LOTTO RESULTS Uimhireacha na seachtaine don Sathairn seo chaite: 2, 20 and 26, and, as we had no winning tickets at the count center, next weekend's jackpot will be €1,400. Now, wouldn't that be a grand bonus for Pattern weekend? 4x€25 lucky dip winners as follows: Fergus Moloney; Siobhan Troy; Anne & John Power, Redgate and Eamonn Beresford.

Join a Beginners or Intermediate Irish Class at Coláiste na Rinne STARTING next Monday, 17th August classes for beginners and intermediate level Irish language learners will take place from 9.30 am – 12.30 daily. The schedule starts with an Irish music and song class followed by two language classes. The fee for the week including a refreshements break mid-morning is €70 or €15 per morning. Further information contact Míchéal – 087-

7938709 or micheal@anrinn.com Más suim leat do Ghaeilge a fheabhsú, beidh ranganna ar siúl an tseachtain seo chughainn i gColáiste na Rinne. Beidh meán rang agus ard rang ar fáil ón Luan go dtí an Aoine, ó 9.30 go dtí 12.30 gach lá. An táille ná €70 don seachtain nó €15 don lá. Tuilleadh eolais ó Mhíchéal ar 058-46128 nó 087-7938709 nó micheal@anrinn.com

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West Waterford DEATH OF TOM MASON With deep regret we record the death of a former Clashmore man, who has resided in Youghal since his retirement from farming in 1994, Tom Mason. Tom died peacefully on Friday last August 7th. Predeceased by his dearly loved wife Maureen [nee Power] in January 2014, Tom will be sadly missed by his loving family, especially by his daughters Mairead, Carmel and Fiona, his grandchildren, brother, sisters, sons in law, brothers in law, sisters in law and a wide circle of close relatives and friends to whom we extend our deepest and heartfelt sympathy. Tom Reposed at Egan’s funeral home in Youghal on Sunday evening where rosary was recited. Requiem mass was celebrated for Tom on Monday morning at St Cronin’s Church Clashmore. Following mass Tom was laid to rest in the adjoining Cemetery. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam GRAVEYARD MASSES A very special mass for all those at rest in our Cemetery [old and new] will be celebrated here in Clashmore on this

Thursday evening, August 13th at 7.30 pm. Everyone is welcome to come along and take a little time to remember all our loved ones at rest here – those residing outside the parish with relatives and friends at rest here are especially welcome MICHAEL ENGLISH The fabulous Michael English will make his debut appearance here in the Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal on August 20th at a Charity Dance which supports CASA, The Heart Foundation, and SERT. Doors open at 8 pm with a supporting DJ, and a great nights entertainment is assured Tickets are just €15 and are now available at the Walter Raleigh Hotel, Ardmore Post Office, Cree’s Card Shop, or at the door on the night. TOUR DE PARISH Some of you may have already seen it advertised on social media and elsewhere over the past week or so but for those of who haven't, we are delighted to announce that Clashmore – Kinsalebeg GAA club is soon to hold an exciting fundraising day for all of you walking, running or cycling enthusiasts called "Tour De Parish"! Basically

this is a sponsorship event whereby participants will have a choice of a 5km walk, an 8km run or a 20km cycle and will need to collect a minimum of €30 sponsorship to take part and the sponsorship cards can be got from Billy O'Halloran, Jason Seward, Barry O'Neill or Gavin Dower. There will be prizes given out in each category and the event will be followed by a family fun day and barbecue at the GAA field so something for everyone on the day. It all happens on Sunday August 30th so watch this space for more details over the next week or so. CHARITY RAFFLE An overnight stay at the Cliff Hotel, Ardmore, dinner for two at the Walter Raleigh Hotel, A, Park Hotel €50 voucher, A Kilkenny Crystal Bowl and a Hamper are the fabulous prizes to be won this Thursday, August 13th at a special raffle being held in aid of CASA, The heart foundation, and SERT at Super Valu in Youghal.Your support would be very much appreciated CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners at [August 10th] Monday

night’s 45 drive at the Decie’s Bar in Clashmore were Mary O’Donovan and Hanna Lucas on eleven games. In joint second on six games each we had Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower Best of the last five were Martin Lynch and Kyle Cunningham. Our lucky last game winners were Mary Ann and Bobby Connery, Derry Cotter and Billy Connery, Anne Ledingham and Noel Nugent Would all players please note we are starting 9.30 p.m sharp every week. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO JACKPOT €1600 Our weekly Clashmore – Kinsalebeg GAA Club lotto draw took place on Monday night [August 10th] we had no match for winner in this week’s draw so next week our jackpot will be €1600, when our draw will take place at the Old Still Bar in Clashmore Our numbers on Monday night were 5, 7, 9, 18 Well done to the following that were winners of

€20 spot prizes this week, John Motherway Marie O’Halloran Bridie Walsh Cathy Marks Alesha Colbert Well done to all our prize winners and thanks to everyone for your wonderful support. PARISH OF AGLISH/ BALLINAMEELA/ MOUNT STUART 175th ANNIVERSARY The 175th anniversary of St James Church in Ballinameela will be marked on Saturday September 19th at the Vigil Mass at 7.30 pm when Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan Bishop of Waterford and Lismore will be our chief celebrant of the mass CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO On Sunday, August 9th These week’s letters drawn in the Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw were M.N.S.G. there was no jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot will be €4950 €20 each goes to: Tony Mansfield, Piltown; Eithine Aherne, The Pike, Tallow; John Motherway, Clashmore. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support

Electricity levy decrease is derisory says Society of St Vincent de Paul THE Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) has described as derisory the €4 per household decrease in the 2015/2016 Public Service Obligation Levy (PSO) on electricity bills. In the current period October 2014 to September 2015 the annual PSO levy is €64.37 on household electricity bills. From October next the levy will be €60.09. “This has to be seen in the light of increases of over 100% between 2012 and 2014 when the levy increased from €28 to €64.37.” says SVP. The total levy of €325.3m for 2015/2016 announced by the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) at the weekend is a reduction of 3% on the 2014/2015 figure. "It is noteworthy that a reduction of 9% proposed by the CER in June last has in 2 months been lost in the main due to decreasing wholesale costs for gas and inaccurate information on the ceasing of the Tynagh subsidy. "It must also be noted that a significant contributor to the reduction for 2015/16 is a once-off windfall amount to be paid by Electric Ireland (with interest) following a recalculation of their contribution. This once off rebate is an accounting issue and therefore one could argue that the ‘overall reduction’ is not a progressive act, but simply a once off accounting anomaly.” says Brendan Hennessy of the SVP Social Justice & Policy team.. "The SVP position on the PSO levy in previous years has been to seek to address the anomaly that the less energy people use the more it costs them, and that the cost does not take into account ability to pay. "Higher wholesale electricity prices mean higher unit prices for customers as these are passed on; yet when wholesale electricity prices drop, customers pay anyway because the PSO plants need to be compensated for the lower money they are predicted to get from the market "The PSO levy is clearly out of proportion to the ability to pay of low income customers and can be viewed as a regressive tax. As VAT is added to the levy it is a case of a tax on a tax. At a minimum there is a clear case for the VAT on the PSO levy to be zero-rated” said Mr Hennessy.

New Road Safety Guidelines Launched for Drivers and Horse Riders AS the first day of the Dublin Horse Show got underway, the Road Safety Authority (RSA), Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) and An Garda Síochána launched a set of guidelines for drivers and horseriders on how to share the roads safely. The booklet was launched on Simmonscourt Road near the RDS by Minister for Transport Paschal Donohoe TD who was ably assisted by Melanie Young, a member of the Team Ireland Equestrian u-25 eventing squad and members of the Garda Mounted Unit. Called ‘Horse Road Safety on Public Roads’, this is the first booklet of its kind and will provide road-users and horse riders with prescriptive advice on using the roads safely together. The booklet provides practical information for drivers and riders such as: how to ride, lead or drive horses on the road; rider clothing and safety equipment; road signs and signalling; how to behave at junctions; and dealing with a riding collision on the road. It is available to download from www.rsa.ie and www.horsesportireland.ie

Minister for Transport Tourism and Sport, Mr Paschal Donohoe TD said: “We have a proud tradition in Ireland of excellence in equestrian sport at national and international level. As a result, thousands of people across Ireland enjoy horse-riding both professionally and as a hobby, and so it is important that guidelines are in place for how to share the roads safely with other road-users. So this booklet is an important guide for anyone who rides or walks with horses on public roads, and for all road-users who may encounter horses and their riders during their travels.” Speaking at the launch, RSA Chairperson Liz O’Donnell said: “I am delighted that the RSA is partnering with HSI to provide these much-needed guidelines to all road-users and to anyone who might be riding, leading or walking with horses on public roads. The RSA regularly gets queries from members of the public who are unsure what to do when sharing the roads with horses, so this booklet will help to clarify what the most appropriate behaviour is in certain situations. Horse and

riders have every right to be on our roads, but like all other roadusers, they must follow the Rules of the Road. So I would encourage people to get a copy of the booklet, familiarise yourself with the guidelines and understand how to share the roads safely.” Mr Damien McDonald, Chief Executive of Horse Sport Ireland said: “It is estimated that there are up to 200,000 riding horses in Ireland across the horse-racing and sport horse industry. Many of their owners and trainers use public roads to exercise or train their horses or to move them from one location to another, so Horse Sport Ireland is delighted to have a set of guidelines for helping to ensure their safety when using the roads.” “All road users have a duty of care to share the road in a safe and socially responsible way, and horses and their riders are no exception.We will be distributing the booklet to all of our members and encouraging them to share it with their colleagues, friends and family.” Chief Superintendent Mark

Curran, Garda National Traffic Bureau, An Garda Síochána said: “An Garda Síochána is supportive of any initiative that promotes road safety. This campaign emphasises the need for all roadusers to respect each other on the roads, to be aware that there are different modes of transport and to be better informed on how to behave appropriately in certain situations. Please remember that horses can be unpredictable and easily spooked, therefore always give them a wide birth and pass with great care.” The booklet has the following tips for motorists and riders when sharing the roads: For riders: • Always make sure that drivers can see you at all times regardless of weather conditions. Wear proper protective gear, high-visibility clothing and put high-visibility equipment on your horse. • Position yourself between the horse being led and the traffic so that you have maximum control over the horse, while leading, or riding and leading. • Give clear and accurate hand signals to let other road users

know your intentions. • Remain alert, attentive and observant. Remember the Life Saver Look at junctions – it could save your life. For motorists: • Be alert when approaching riding schools or places where horses are likely to appear; • Take special care when overtaking horses, especially loose horses or horse-drawn vehicles. This is particularly relevant at junctions where motorists are advised to keep a safe distance from horses and riders; • Pass by slowly, driving wide of the horse and rider; • Don’t use your horn or lights in a way that might startle or blind a horse.This could cause the rider to lose control of the animal. The booklet will be distributed through the RSA and Horse Sport Ireland channels and will be available at Driving Test Centres, Theory Test Centres, Garda Stations, libraries, as well as being available to download from www.rsa.ie and www.horsesportireland.ie Horse Sport Ireland will also be distributing copies to their members.

Fundraiser for Deise Day Care & Waterford Hospice PRE-LOVED Clothing Sale on Thursday, 13th August, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., in aid of Deise Day Care Centre and Waterford Hospice, will be held in Déise Day Care Centre, Mitchell Street, Dungarvan.

Enjoy a 2 Night Break in Blackpool Includes return travel by car and accommodation SET sail in August on a two night hotel break to Blackpool with Stena Line from only €89* per person, per night. Travel by car from Dublin Port to Holyhead and enjoy two nights’ accommodation in a choice of 3-star hotel accommodation. For further information or to book go to www.stenaline.ie/hotel or call 01 907 5399.

Street entertainers Wobby Circus at the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015.

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Sports Journalist Paul Kimmage speaking at St. Paul's Church during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

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Ciara Lotty from Cork doing a cartwheel in Ardmore during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Emer Radley from Kilgobinet pictured with Triona and Emma Foley from Midleton at the Teddy Bears Picnic during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Tracy Piggott speaking at St. Paul's Church, Ardmore during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

The Penalty Shoot Out Competition organised by Ardmore Soccer Club at the Round Tower Hotel garden during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

James Cadogen from Cork performing at the Storm Wall in Ardmore during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Isabella and Thea O'Brien and Charlie Kearney all from Limerick pictured at the Penalty Shoot Out Competition and Barbeque at the Round Tower Hotel garden during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography] Author Mary Costello speaking at St Paul's Church in Ardmore during the Ardmore Pattern Festival.

Abby Troy and Grace Moloney both from Ardmore pictured with Megan O'Connor from Cork at the Lismore Science Workshops in Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015.

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A scorpion at the National Reptile Zoo stand wows the crowd at the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Elliana Grant from Belfast pictured at the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

T. J. Lotty from Cork who won an award at the Children's Fancy Dress Competition during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015.

James Tanner from Ardmore pictured at the Ron the Potter event at Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015.

Bianco Binagli from Old Parish pictured at the Children's Fancy Dress Competition during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015.

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ARDMORE PATTERN FESTIVAL 2015

Conor Halpin performing at the Teddy Bears Picnic at Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography] Donal and Mia Noone from Ardmore pictured at the Sand Art Magic for Kids at Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Nicola, Emily and Katie O'Driscoll from Cork pictured at Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Cork Ska band The Service performing at Ardmore Beach Car Park during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Teachers Saundra Hennessy and Natalie Lehane pictured at Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Maeve and Anna Murray from Dublin pictured at the Greasy Pole event at Ardmore Boat Cove during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Christian Smith from Cork, James Tanner from Conna and Owen Hogan from Dungarvan enjoying the Early Engineers Learn it Lego Education Workshop in Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography] Clodagh Fitzgerald from Kinsalebeg pictured at the Teddy Bears Picnic at Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Niamh Power from Ardmore and Anouke Templin from Cork enjoying the Early Engineers Learn it Lego Education Workshop in Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. Fireworks over Ardmore during the Ardmore Pattern Festival.

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Mary Brabazon from Ardmore Pattern Festival Committee pictured with the Mad Hatter during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

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The Dunne family from Abbeyside pictured at St. Declan's Church, Ardmore before The High Kings performance during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Caroline Hanfellner pictured with Teresa O'Connor and Simone Laschober, all from Ardmore, at St. Declan's Church, Ardmore before The High Kings performance during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Coleen Dresler from Germany and Hannah Byrne from Tramore enjoying the Early Engineers Learn it Lego Education Workshop in Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015.

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Rosie Byrne from Ring pictured with Kenny Murphy from Ardmore at St. Declan's Church, Ardmore before The High Kings performance during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

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Barry and Rose Kinsella from Clashmore pictured at St. Declan's Church, Ardmore before The High Kings performance during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Pat and Tricia O'Shea from Ardmore pictured at St. Declan's Church, Ardmore before the High Kings performance during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Richard and Olivia Tanner from Ardmore pictured at the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Oran Murphy, Logan Griffin and Alex Murphy, all from Ardmore, enjoying the Early Engineers Learn it Lego Education Workshop in Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015.

Milly and Kacie Lucey from Youghal pictured at the Creative Workshop with Illustrator Olivia Golden a Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

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The Ardmore Pattern Festival Committee pictured at St. Declan's Church, Ardmore before the High [David Clynch Photography] Kings performance during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015.

Ava Murray from Stradbally and Alice Roch-Perks from Ardmore, enjoying the Lismore Science Workshop in Ardmore School during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Emmanuelle and Caroline Ockai from PH Juices pictured at their stall at the Food Market during the Ardmore Pattern Festival [David Clynch Photography] 2015.

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Letters to the Editor … Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.

Lack of toilets in Dungarvan Dear Sir, I include a photograph taken recently of the public toilet facility in the tiny village of Ballinskelligs, Co. Kerry. This is to illustrate the lack of such toilets in Dungarvan, and how necessary they are now and especially when the Deise Greenway opens, bringing 10’s of thousands of visitors. Today I was stopped on the street by a tourist from the UK and asked where are the public facilities? This is not unusual as I am constantly asked for permission to use the toilets in the bar.When will the Council Authorities address this basic issue? Yours sincerely JOHN TYNAN The Enterprise Bar, Dungarvan.

LETTERS / OBITUARY

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan 20th SUNDAY in Ordinary Time - Proverbs 9:1-6 Eat my bread, drink the wine I have prepared for you. Ephesians 5:15-20 Recognise what is the will of God. John 6:51-58 My flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Saturday next, August 15th, is the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and holyday of obligation. Masses on Friday, August 14th, at 9.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Vigil Mass; Saturday, August 15th, at 11.00 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Vigil Mass and on Sunday, August 16th, at 10.00 a.m. and 12 noon. Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help – Begins on Monday, August 24th, at 7.30 p.m. and continues for 9 Mondays. No 9.30 a.m. Morning Mass on Mondays during Novena. Youth 2000 Summer Festival for young people aged 16-35 – At the Cistercian College, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, 13th 16th next. No fixed charge – donations welcome. Free buses available throughout the country. Book on line at www.youth2000.ie. There are notices in the church porches. We thank Sr. Mary Fitzgerald, Carriglea – Who told us about the life and work of the Bon Sauveur Sisters at Masses last weekend. The text of Sr. Mary’s enlightening talk will be printed in the next newsletter. Blood Donor Clinic – Lawlors Hotel, this week Monday, 10th

August, from 5.00 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 3.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. & 7.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. Stained Glass Windows – Work resumed on Monday, July 27th, on the four windows. They have been removed and are on their way to the Oidtmen Stained Glass Studio Workshop where the conservation work will be done over the next few weeks. Toughened glass has been installed at each of the windows. When the conservation work on the four windows is complete, they will be installed on the inside and the toughened glass will be the secondary protective glazing. The project is expected to be completed by the end of September. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament – Exposition takes place here in St. Mary’s every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. More people to spend some time in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament are always needed. Parish Office – Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086 233 4282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No. 087 774 7870.

Just think of it! Katie Sheridan pictured at the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

Martin O'Leary from O'Leary’s Mountain Lamb pictured at their food stall at the Ardmore Farmers Market during the Ardmore Pattern Festival 2015. [David Clynch Photography]

IT takes courage to be a good person. It takes a certain independence of spirit, and a refusal to go along with the crowd.There can come times in a person’s life when they may feel very lonely and isolated as they make up their own mind rather than go along with what has come to be known as “group think.” A week or two ago a lady was sent to gaol for being part of a plot to prevent the Revenue Commissioners getting to know some of the decisions of a major bank. She made no money from what she did, she didn’t devise the unlawful scheme, she simply did what she was told by her bosses. But she didn’t have the courage to say, “No, I won’t go along with the crooked scheme you’ve worked out.” Lately also there have been serious allegations that the world of athletics is riddled with the culture of doping. Once again, it is easy to visualise a situation where an athlete is offered some substance that will help him or her get a gold medal rather than a silver one, to have an advantage over the other competitors. And they’ll probably be coaxed to give in by being told, “Sure, ’tis the done thing nowadays, plenty of people are at it.” Coming nearer home, many a young person must have found themselves breaking their Confirmation promise, not to drink alcohol until they were eighteen, not because they wanted to drink, but because everyone else in the group was “knocking it back.” And our young person may have gone home sorry for what they have done but admitting to themselves that they were afraid to be different. We all need to remember that fortitude is another name for courage, and fortitude is one of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit who is in the heart of us. Being nervous isn’t the same as being scared stiff: we may not feel very brave at times, I expect some of the martyrs in the course of history have felt quite scared, but the Holy Spirit seems to have come to their assistance. I hope we don’t have to die as martyrs: but neither would I wish to be a coward amongst God’s followers. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

45 GERALDINE LENANE (nee Brock) Toor, Grange, via Youghal, Co. Waterford With deep sorrow and fond memories we record the passing of Geraldine Lenane (nee Brock), Toor, Grange, via Youghal, Co. Waterford, who departed this life on 23rd July, 2015, at the age of 48. Geraldine was born in Chiswick, London, on 5th November, 1966. She was one of two girls born to Hugh and Peg Brock, the younger sister to Caroline. She attended the Presentation Convent aged 3 in England. Geraldine returned to Ireland in 1970 where her family ran a small shop in Clashmore. She attended Ring College from the age of 12–17. She was living in Clashmore when she met her husband Liam.They married in St. Cronin’s Church on 17th September, 1986, and moved to Grange and set up home where she reared her eight children Jessica, Bridget, Mary, Sophie, Kate, John, Róisín and Patrick. She devoted her life to child rearing and ensured that everybody got the best opportunity available. A fantastic, loving, generous mother, family was everything to Geraldine. She loved gardening, flowers and baking. Geraldine had a great sense of humour, she was witty, funny and always loved to see people laughing. She was loved dearly by her close friends. Geraldine passed away after a short illness in University Hospital Waterford surrounded by her loving family. Her time on this earth was much took short but she has left her mark in our hearts which will live forever. May she rest in peace. On Thursday evening, 23rd July, Geraldine’s family and friends and neighbours gathered at the family home in Toor where she lay in repose. Rosary Mass was carried out beautifully by Fr. Canon Brown. On Friday her remains were brought to Egan’s Funeral Home, Youghal, where prayers were offered. Removal took place afterwards to St. Cronin’s Church, Clashmore. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Geraldine’s life was celebrated on Saturday morning by Fr. Guiry, P.P., and Fr. Canon Brown. The beautiful music and hymns were provided by Liam Dalton. Offertory gifts were brought by Róisín Lenane (daughter), Patrick Lenane (son), Daniel Lenane (grandson) and Brian O’Mahony (grandson). First reading recited by Jessica O’Mahony (daughter). Second reading by Kate Lenane (daughter). Prayers of the faithful recited by Sophie and Mary Lenane (daughters),William, John and Patrick Prendergast (nephews) and David Cummins (son-in-law). Geraldine’s daughter Bridget Lenane recited a Eulogy followed by a prayer for strength recited by Jessica O’Mahony (daughter). Offertory procession by Caroline Prendergast (sister) and Breda O’Brien (sisterin-law). Graveside blessing performed by Fr. Milo Guiry, P.P., and final tribute in celebration of Geraldine’s life “Gentle Mother” which was sung beautifully by Liam Dalton as a final farewell. Many beautiful floral arrangements were placed on Geraldine’s resting place. The chief mourners were Liam (husband); Jessica, Bridget, Mary, Sophie, Kate and Róisín (daughters); John and Patrick (sons); Hugh and Peg Brock (parents); Caroline (sister); Richard Prendergast (brother-in-law); Breda O’Brien and Mary Flavin (sisters-in-law); Kieran O’Brien and James Flavin (brothers-in-law); Daniel, Brian, Lucy, James and Rhyan (grandchildren); Ferghail O’Mahony and David Cummins (sons-in-law); and extended family, friends (close) and neighbours. HOME Lord, you have called home, One whom you truly love, Gone now from this earthly dwelling, Leaving behind those who mourn. Grant that as we grieve, We may hold memory dear, Living in hope of your eternal kingdom, Where you promise to bring us together again. (Funeral arrangements by Egan’s Funeral Directors,Youghal).

The High Kings at St. Declan's Church, Ardmore as part of the Ardmore [David Clynch Photography] Pattern Festival 2015.

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46 SYBIL FLYNN (nee O’Callaghan) “The Fountain”, Youghal Road, Dungarvan Sybil went to her eternal reward at her residence “The Fountain”, Youghal Road, on Sunday, 12th July, in the presence of her family and friends. Sybil had come from Mallow to Dungarvan in 1948 to work at the headquarters of the Waterford Board of Public Assistance, later to be known as the Waterford Health Authority, at Áras Brugha. She was employed there until her marriage to Austin in 1961. At that time women working for a public body were obliged to resign their post on marriage. Sybil and Austin built a bungalow on the Youghal Road and nine years later extended this to become “The Fountain Guesthouse” which they ran successfully for many years. During this time, as well as running a guesthouse Sybil found time to be an active member of the Local Residents’ Association and on many a Friday night she travelled to Clonmel or Fermoy with a bus load of children from the area, to get swimming lessons at the Pools there – there were no Pools in Dungarvan at that time. In Church affairs she was one of the first Eucharistic Ministers and for many years she brought the Eucharist to housebound people in the Parish, and was involved in the setting up of the Blessed Sacrament Chapel in St. Mary’s also. Sybil also served on a Committee to run a Summer Play Scheme especially for children who otherwise would not be able to go to a Summer Camp. She served on the Parents’ Committee of the Presentation Primary School and later on the Board of Management, for many years. Another achievement of Sybil’s was to become the “National Weightwatchers Person of the Year” on one occasion. Sybil was a great organiser and organised three Christmas family holidays in a row – two to Florida and one driving to London and all around London to see the sights. Then the family suffered one of life’s storms. Their eldest daughter Mary aged 17 had started Medicine in Cork and came home on the first weekend, got a brain haemorrhage and died around midday on Sunday, October 10th, 1982. There were no holidays for a number of years but when they resumed Sybil and Austin travelled extensively across the globe. They went touring in the USA three times and also made trips to Russia, The Holy Land twice, two Mediterranean cruises, Rome, Fatima, Paris, Barcelona, Prague, Budapest,Vienna and many more. So indeed Sybil lived life to the full and went to join her eldest daughter Mary on the 12th as well as her infant son who died a day before he was born and three years before Mary’s birth. No doubt there was a great reunion on the 12th July, 2015. So Sybil came from Mallow and married Austin Flynn from Abbeyside. Many years previously Bridget Butler came from Mallow and married Gusty Flynn from Abbeyside who was to become Austin’s father. The wheel had turned full circle. May Sybil rest in peace. Sybil’s passing is deeply mourned by her family and friends and we extend our sincere sympathy to her husband Austin; daughters Janice and Anita; sons-in-law John Curran and Michael Malone; grandchildren Cormac, Cathal, Clara, Gus and Róisín; brothers Denis and Richard O’ Callaghan; sisters Lilanne O’Flynn, Mary Counihan, Angela Cronin and Sr. Carmel O’Callaghan (Sister of Mercy); Austin’s sister Kathleen Walsh and brother Michael in Cardiff, also extended family and friends. Sybil lay in repose at her residence on Tuesday, 14th July, many people came to bid farewell to a much loved and respected member of the local community and to console the bereaved. Later that evening the Recitation of the Rosary was led by Fr. Michael Enright, P.E. On Wednesday morning, 15th July, the removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. On arrival Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Sybil’s life was celebrated by Fr. Enright, P.E., assisted by the Parish Priest Canon William Ryan, P.P.; Fr. Colin Fives, O.S.A.; Fr. Michael Brennock, O.S.A.; Fr. John Harris, C.C.; Canon Brendan Crowley, P.P.; Fr. Pat Fitzgerald, P.E., and Fr. Cornelius Kelleher, P.P. A portrait of Sybil’s grandchildren and flowers from her garden were brought to the Altar by grandchildren Cathal and Clara. The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the congregation by grandchildren Cormac and Gus. The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine for Consecration were brought to the Altar by daughter Anita and Austin’s brother-in-law Tommy Walsh. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Sybil’s sisters Angela Cronin, Sr. Carmel O’Callaghan and grandchildren Cathal and Clara. The Communion Reflection was also read by Clara and moving Words of Tribute were delivered by Sybil’s husband Austin. Throughout the Mass beautiful hymns and music were provided by Dina Walshe. Afterwards Sybil was laid to rest in the Old Churchyard Cemetery. Fr. Enright, P.E., imparted the graveside blessing and read the Rite of Committal. I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn le chéile. “Memory is that golden chain, That binds us together

OBITUARY Until we meet again” Month’s Mind Mass for Sybil will be offered on Sunday, 16th August, at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

DAVID HOULIHAN 35 Pinewood, Abbeyside, Dungarvan An air of sadness and disbelief was cast over Dungarvan and a wide area when the news broke of the tragic passing of David Houlihan of 35 Pinewood on Wednesday, 8th July. At 24 years old, David was the second eldest of Bernie and Johnny’s five children raised in Pinewood. David quickly showed an aptitude for making friends which started off in the estate. He went on to gather lifelong friends from his primary school St. Joseph’s, secondary school in the CBS, through college in WIT and in his most recent place of employment, GSK. David was a lover of many sports, be it soccer, horse racing, darts, cricket or more recently, working on reducing his handicap in golf. But David’s first love was the GAA. He followed in the footsteps of previous generations of Houlihans by representing Dungarvan GAA club. He captained the Dungarvan under-21 team to success, winning a western football title in 2011. He also played in the county senior hurling final in 2012. David donned the county jersey with great pride in 2009 for the Munster minor football championship. As well as being a distinguished player, David was known to be a great clubman and took huge pride in wearing the blue and white of the Old Boro. A testament to the impact that David had on people was evident by the many friends who flew home from afar; Europe, Australia, China, Singapore, Canada and America, to name a few. He went on many trips with his friends such as to Cappoquin, New York or the infamous trip to Poland for the Euros. The intention was to camp in Poznan for the ten nights along with the thousands of Irish fans but David missed the luxuries of home and after two days, he was quick to call home to Paul and Adam back in HQ to book him into a hotel. It was like a re-enactment of the Christy Moore song ‘Joxer Goes To Stuttgart’. As recalled by one of his good mates, he may not have been the tallest guy, but amongst his friends he was the one they all looked up to. He spent many happy years with Trisha, who became an ally to Joan and Shannon in a house full of boys. While David enjoyed these travels over the past five years, he was first and foremost a home bird.This was evident from his claim that if he ever won the Lotto, he would build each of his brother’s mansions so he could stay in 35 Pinewood. He loved spending time with family, be it taking Jonathan and Shannon to the RSC on a Friday night, or taking his Godson John Paul out for lunch and a play in Colligan Woods. He often enjoyed socialising with Paul, Joan, Patrick and Adam, but he was never averse to staying in to mind his younger siblings as part of his duties as a big brother. David faced incredible adversity from young age having lost his father John in 2004 and his mother Bernie in 2010, but he stood up to these challenges with tremendous dignity and in a most understated way. He never looked for attention or acknowledgement but simply got on with the day to day tasks of family life. It’s safe to say David always saw the glass half full, he was his own man, always comfortable in his own skin. He was an example to us all in the way he lived life and to borrow a phrase from himself, he really was one of the all-time greats. David, Saturday nights in Pinewood will never be the same without you. Rosary was led by Sr. Eileen Troy in Drohan’s Funeral Home on the Friday night. Removal took place from 35 Pinewood on Saturday morning to St. Mary’s Parish Church where the Funeral Mass was celebrated by chief celebrant Fr. Hassett, assisted by Fr. Ryan, Fr. Harris, Fr. Condon, Fr. Kiely, Fr. McCarthy, Fr. Cooney, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Gifts representing David’s life were brought to the Altar by Jonathan Houlihan, John Paul Houlihan, Mary Margaret Kiely and Ciara Cliffe. The pall was placed on David’s coffin by Susan and Miriam Queally. Offertory gifts were brought to the Altar by Mark Nugent and Sarah Houlihan. Prayers of the faithful were read by Trisha Kiely, Patrick Houlihan, Shannon Young and Aoife Landers. Readings were by Michael O’Halloran, Adam Houlihan. Communion Poem was read by Una Nugent. Music was provided by Lorna-Jane Murray and Michael Casey. Pat Nugent recited the Eulogy. Music by the graveside was provided by Brian Donovan. Guards of honour were provided by Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Club, Dungarvan GAA Club, Lismore AFC and Dungarvan AFC. David is survived by Paul, Joan, Patrick, Adam, Jonathan, Shannon and John Paul; his aunts, uncles and many friends. May he rest in peace. Month’s Mind Mass for David will be celebrated on Friday, 14th August, 2015, at 6.15 p.m. in Dungarvan Friary Church. David’s parents Johnny and Bernie will also be remembered at this Mass. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 August, 2015

MICHAEL (Mack) McCARTHY Killelton, Stradbally, Co. Waterford It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Michael (Mack) McCarthy, Killelton, Stradbally, which sad event occurred at University Hospital Waterford on Tuesday, 14th July, 2015. Mack was well known in the area and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He possessed a great sense of humour and was great company. His great passion was music and dancing down the years. Born in Boherwillan, Modeligo, he moved to the parish of Kilrossanty where he worked with the local farmers, always hardworking and industrious and he was always happy. He enjoyed the outdoor life and enjoyed riding his bike. His passing leaves a void that will not be easily filled. May he rest in peace. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Thursday evening with prayers at 8 o’clock. His funeral took place to Holy Cross Church on Friday morning with Requiem Mass on arrival at 11.00 a.m. celebrated by Fr. Gerry Condon, Fr. Ml. Enright and Fr. Finbarr Lucey. Interment took place in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of a large and representative gathering of mourners. The lesson was read by his niece Helen Bennett; grandnieces Elaine Power and Fiona Moloney. Prayers of the faithful were recited by his grandnephew Johnny Sheehan; nephew Michael McCarthy and grandniece Shauna Power. Offertory gifts were brought by his niece Marian and grandniece Noreen. Appropriate music and hymns by Teddy Barry. Symbols were brought to the Altar by his niece Tina and nephews Benny and Ollie. A special word of thanks to Mr. and Mrs. John Doyle. The chief mourners were Josie (wife); Paddy (son); Tom (brother); Ena (sister-in-law); nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 14th August, 2015, at 7.30 p.m. in the Holy Cross Church, Stradbally. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JAMES (Jimmy) MEEGAN 4 Castle Street, Cappoquin It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of James (Jimmy) Meegan, 4 Castle Street, Cappoquin, Co.Waterford, and formerly of Inniskeen, Co. Monaghan, which sad event occurred peacefully at his home on 1st August, 2015. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Thursday evening where friends and family members gathered to offer their sympathy and bring to mind their memories of Jimmy. Removal took place on Friday morning from Walsh’s Funeral Home, Cappoquin. The funeral cortege was led by a JCB driven by John McCarthy which made its way down Main Street and paused outside the Toby Jug Bar where Jimmy’s friends and family members were waiting; they continued on its way and was followed by those gathered to the end of Main Street. A fitting tribute to Jimmy, who was always coming and going from the Toby Jug Bar and his motor scooter. Cremation service took place in the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, in the presence of his loving family, relatives and his close friends; where family members shared memories of Jimmy, some lovely melodies were played as they bid farewell to Jimmy. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving sons Fergus and James; daughter Moira Meegan; grandchildren Conor, Cian and Dineen; brothers Patsy and Tommy; sister Marie; daughter-in-law Pip; son-in-law Alan McLoughlin; sisters-in-law Liza and Brigid; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, friends and special friends Andrew and Mary Whelan. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

THOMAS FENNELL “Monkeal,” Clonea Road, Abbeyside, Dungarvan It is with sadness and regret we record the passing of Thomas Fennell which sad event occurred on Friday, 7th August, 2015. Removal was from his residence on Monday morning to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, for Funeral Mass on arrival at 11.00 a.m., burial afterwards ni the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Helen; daughter Caroline; relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

DENNIS SHEEHAN Ballyconnery Lodge, Ballyconnery, Dungarvan The passing of Dennis Sheehan which occurred unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 27th, in Los Angeles evoked feelings of deep sadness and regret locally, nationally and internationally. Dennis was born to Irish parents on November 5th, 1946, in Wolverhampton.The family returned to Ireland shortly after he was born, but returned to England in the mid-1950s. At the age of 16 Dennis formed his own band called The Cardinals, named after the school he attended in London. With his band they toured most of London and the south east of England and he quickly became involved in the music business, working with Stone the Crows and eventually Tour Managing Led Zeppelin. From there he worked with Ariston Records and under their label he Tour Managed many other bands including The Boys, Iggy Pop, The Pretenders, Boomtown Rats, Patti Smith, Debbie Harry, Lou Reed and The Professionals, to mention a few. In 1982 Dennis commenced working with U2 after being approached by Paul McGuinness, the group’s Manager. When he started with U2 he initially drove the band’s bus himself and as they became world famous and their shows became more and more elaborate, he found himself at the head of an operation similar to a military campaign, requiring the co-ordination of set designers, fabrication companies, sound, lighting and video equipment suppliers, merchandising operations, and the provision of transport and accommodation for band members and their families and a support staff of some 30 people. Among others he oversaw the Joshua Tree tour (1987), the Zoo TV tour (1992-’93), the PopMart tour (1997-’98), the Elevation tour (2001) and the Vertigo tour (2005-2006). In 2009 he helped U2 to mount the “360 Degrees” world tour, the biggest-earning tour in musical history involving 110 shows and the sale of 7.2 million tickets. Dennis also proved indispensable to Bono as he embarked on a new career as a political activist, organising a visit to the US Congress, where the singer testified on the need for more aid to Africa and helping to promote charities with which he was involved. His responsibilities with the band ranged from arranging for them to travel to South Africa for an event with Nelson Mandela to slipping them into the White House for a private performance for President Bill Clinton. In 2008, when he was awarded the Parnelli Lifetime Achievement Award for his work in the live entertainment industry, Dennis observed that “With many bands, you get to a peak, and that’s it.With U2 they are still climbing that mountain.”They would, he said, “go to extreme lengths to achieve what they want”. During his down time Dennis loved to return to Dungarvan where he has resided for many years. Dennis loved the outdoors, and could be seen regularly sailing his Catamaran “Boogaloo” out of Dungarvan Harbour to wherever the wind might take him. A great conversationalist, Dennis loved to relax over a cuppa or a quiet pint in Downey’s where he would be regularly seen with his long-time friend John McGrath. He was a great Ambassador for Dungarvan and always promoted the town wherever he was in the world. He was a great inspiration to young bands and in recent years had taken a particular interest in local band the Cider Wasps; when on many occasions he had sat around their kitchen table advising them on all aspects of the music business. He is survived by his brother Anthony; sons Tim and Luke; daughters Coralie and Tess; his wife Lindsey and partner Pam; daughter-inlaw Rikki Sheehan; grand-daughter Zoe Sheehan; nephew Alex Sheehan and stepdaughter Liza Costandino; other relatives and many friends. On Tuesday, June 9th, Dennis lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, where a service in remembrance of his life was led by David Kiely. Prayers were recited by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A., on Wednesday morning, June 10th, before the removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. A Guard of Honour was provided by Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Dennis’ life was celebrated by Fr. Cooney, O.S.A. At the beginning of Mass gifts with symbolic meaning in Dennis’ life were placed before the Altar by Tim and Zoe Sheehan; a guitar pic signifying Dennis’ life-long involvement in the music business, Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Membership Card in tribute to Dennis’ passion for sailing, a hammer remembering his love of DIY and jar of honey which Dennis loved so much that at one point he took up beekeeping! The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the large congregation by Michael Montgomery and John McGrath. Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were brought in procession by Darren and Dearbhla Tutty. The Prayer after Communion was recited by Michael Curran. Words of Tribute in remembrance of Dennis were delivered by his son Luke Sheehan. Throughout the Mass the beautiful music of Michael Marrinan and members of Cúl Cheoil was greatly appreciated. Afterwards Dennis was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery beside his beloved parents Timothy and Ellen and brother Richard. His casket was carried by Anthony Sheehan, John McGrath, Luke Sheehan, Alex

OBITUARY Sheehan, Michael Montgomery, Tim Sheehan, Bob Koch and Ian Brown. A heartfelt graveside eulogy was shared by Liza Costandino, Coralie Sheehan and Tess Sheehan. Among the mourners who attended Dennis’ funeral obsequies were Bono’s wife Ali Hewson, Paul and Kathy McGuinness and Larry Mullen’s sister Cecilia Mullen. May Dennis rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JOHN BUTLER Kilgreany, Ballymacarbry With feelings of sadness and regret we record the passing of John Butler, Kilgreany, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford, which sad and unexpected event occurred on 5th August, 2015. Reposing at Condon’s Funeral Parlour, Dillon Street, Clonmel, Rosary was recited on Friday evening by Rev. Fr. B. Crowley, P.P., in the presence his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. On Saturday morning removal took place to St. Laurence’s Church, Fourmilewater. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P.; Rev Fr. G. Desmond, P.P., and Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P.; Rev. Fr. G. Desmond, P.P., and Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by niece Deirdre Ward and nephew Michael O’Gorman. Prayers of the faithful were recited by John’s sisters Patricia and Bríd, nieces Catherine and Ann Marie O’Gorman, nephews Brendan Ward, John and David O’Gorman. Fourmilewater Parish Choir provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by nephew Henry O’Gorman and niece Paula Porter. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. Desmond, P.P, and Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where John was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Following the burial Clodagh Kelly paid a moving tribute by playing a melody on her violin. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving sisters Bríd, Patricia and Kitty O’Gorman; brothers-in-law Michael O’Gorman and Hugh Ward; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors Cappoquin & Tallow).

JOSEPH (Joe) POWER 5 Ashley Court, Parks Road, Lismore It is with sorrow and regret we record the passing of Joseph (Joe) Power, 5 Ashley Court, Parks Road, Lismore, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 5th August, 2015, at University Hospital Waterford. Reposing at St. Carthage’s Mortuary, Lismore, on Wednesday evening. Rosary was recited in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. On Thursday evening Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., recited funeral prayers before removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. In were attendance both Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., and Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P. On Friday morning Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P.. Readings during the Mass were recited by son Liam Power and grand-daughter Georgina Barry.The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by daughter-in-law Denise and grandson Mark. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in Modeligo Cemetery. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers, where Joe was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy his loving wife Mary (Cissie) nee Landers; son Liam; daughter Pat Barry; son-in-law Seamus Barry; daughter-in-law Denise; grandchildren Mark and Claire Power; Georgina, Donal and his wife Julianne Barry; great-grandchildren Adrian and Darragh Barry; brothers-in-law Packie Landers and Paddy Whelan; sister-in-law Peggy Whelan; relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

KATHLEEN WALSH (nee Flynn) 3 South Terrace, Dungarvan With profound sorrow we record the passing of Kathleen Walsh which sad event occurred on Monday, 10th August, 2015. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home today (Wednesday) from 4.00 p.m. with removal at 6.30 p.m. to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Following Funeral Mass on tomorrow (Thursday) at 11.00 a.m. burial will take place afterwards in the Old Churchyard Cemetery. To her husband Tomás and family we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

47 NICHOLAS NORRIS Englishtown Stradbally, Co. Waterford It is with heavy hearts that we record the passing of Nicholas Norris on 15th July at the Mater Misericordiae Hospital, Dublin. Nicholas was born sixty years ago on Christmas Day to Ellen and Tom Norris. He was educated in Garranbane National School and the Technical School in Dungarvan. He married Bernie Morrissey on the 26th July, 1980. Nicholas was a real family man. He was a kind and loving husband.To his daughters Emily, Nicola and Orla he was the kind of father who was always there, always calm, always accepting, loving and proud to a fault. Together with his brother Johnny Norris they founded Norris Brothers over 30 years ago. They worked long and hard over many years to make Norris Bros. the success it is today. He had an amazing work ethic, huge intelligence and sharp problem solving skills. All around the country farm and industrial buildings stand as a testament to his engineering skills. He liked to play as hard as he worked. He loved his home and his garden. He spent hours cutting the lawn and tending his roses. He could walk for Ireland, he loved pushing himself up the steep hill over Ballymarket or the mountains of the Gap of Dunloe. Easy going with a great sense of humour, he made friends wherever he went. He liked a game of cards and loved the game of Golf. He was heavily involved in Dungarvan Golf Club. He served as Chairman from 2001-2003. He was very proud when he won the Captain’s prize in 2012. He played some amazing golf in the few months before he had to give it up, all while wearing his oxygen. He made many close and dear friends through Golf and he would have been very proud of the guard of honour Dungarvan Golf Club accorded him. He is sorely missed by wife Bernie; daughters Emily, Nicola and Orla; brothers and sisters Johnny, Martin, Marian, Margaret Ann; Godson Michael Norris; God-daughter Irene Kilbride; his sisters-inlaw Mary Norris Tobin, Frances Norris, Eileen Morrissey; his brothers-in-law Ned Tutty, Jim Morrissey, John Morrissey; nephews and nieces and all his friends. Nicholas reposed at his home on Thursday and Friday where the Rosary was recited by Fr. John Delaney, P.P., on both evenings. Removal was on Saturday to Garranbane Church where a guard of honour was provided by Dungarvan Golf Club. His Funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr. Delaney and Fr. Condon. The symbols of his life were carried to the Altar by his daughters Emily, Nicola and Orla, narrated by nephew Anthony Morrissey. Beautiful music and hymns were provided by his cousin Desie Norris. Readings were shared by Helen Tutty and Irene Kilbride. Prayers of the faithful were recited by Jack Elstead, Ann Marie Heffernan, Anthony Morrissey, Jim Morrissey,Tom Norris and Martin Lynch. The offertory gifts were presented by Sean Norris and Pat Morrissey. Nicholas was brought to his final resting place by daughters Nicola and Orla, brothers John and Martin, Godson Michael and cousin Martin Lynch. The Month’s Mind Mass for Nicholas will be held on Sunday, 23rd August, at 11.00 a.m. in Garranbane Church. Nicholas was waiting for a lung transplant, if he had gotten it he could still be with us today. Please consider carrying an Organ Donor Card. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JOSEPHINE (Dodo) LAWN Churchtown, Dublin, and formerly of Dungarvan, Co. Waterford With sadness we record the passing of Josephine (Dodo) Lawn which occurred on Thursday, July 30th, peacefully at Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross. She is predeceased by her brothers Rev. James, Rev. Nicholas, Canon Charles and Tony; sisters Sr. Francis Mary and Gertie (Farrell). We express our deepest sympathy to Dodo’s nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, other relatives and friends. Removal took place on Saturday, August 1st, to the Church of the Good Shepherd, Churchtown, for Requiem Mass. Afterwards cremation followed at the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome, Harold’s Cross. Interment will take place this Sunday, 16th August, in St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery, Dungarvan. May Josephine rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 12 September, 2014

FARMING

Round-up … IFA says very fine line balance on cattle supplies and prices

John Walsh pictured with his daughter Sar-Ann at Dungarvan [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Show.

Abbie Truman and Leanne Truman pictured at Dungarvn Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

IFA to protest in Brussels on Farm Gate Prices below the cost of production IFA President Eddie Downey said the emergency EU Council of Agriculture Ministers meeting on 7th September in Brussels must address the fundamental issues of imbalance in the food supply chain, and the severe income pressure on primary producers from farm gate prices below the cost of production across most sectors, including dairy, grain, beef, pigmeat, lamb, and fruit and vegetables. He said as well as equity in the food supply chain, access to the EU single market and competition are key principles which must be guaranteed by the EU Commission and the Council of Ministers to European for both producers and consumers. Eddie Downey said IFA will join COPA in a European farm demonstration in Brussels on 7th September outside the Agriculture Ministers’

meeting. “IFA will be part of the COPA mass demonstration at the extraordinary Agriculture Ministers meeting in Brussels on September 7th at 2.00 p.m.” The IFA President said current lossmaking prices across sectors are not sustainable and cannot be allowed continue. He said, “An extremely difficult situation has developed across most sectors, mainly as a result of the political driven Russian export restrictions, which severely damaged European agri-food exports overnight”. Eddie Downey said with prices across all of the main sectors below the costs of production in many EU countries and farmers shipping losses, the Council of Ministers must address equity in the food chain from retail to processing to farm level. He said EU

retailers are more than capable of paying viable prices back to producers, but this is not happening at the moment. Eddie Downey said that while it is understandable that hard-pressed producers with large domestic populations and markets were intensifying their campaigns over loss-making prices, this must not be at the expense of farming colleagues in other member states and the single market. He said the Council of Ministers must take action to defend the EU single market. IFA has made detailed submissions to the EU Commission on the food supply chain demanding equity for primary producers including statutory legislation at European level to ensure that producers get a fair share of the market price.

New arrangements for GLAS in Commonages must be implemented flexibly IFA Hill Committee Chairman Pat Dunne has said that the new Department of Agriculture arrangements put in place for planners to carry out GLAS commonage plans must be implemented flexibly and where problems arise the independent Commonage Implementation Committee (CIC) will have a critical role to play. Following a meeting with the Department of Agriculture in Johnstown Castle, Pat Dunne said that where there is difficulty in adhering to the new guidelines and where a derogation is necessary the CIC will have an important role to play given the necessary latitude that is now in place. It was pointed out to IFA at the meeting that 300 commonages where GLAS has already been applied for

have not yet had a planner appointed to carry out the CMP. These 300 commonages will now be published and it is up to planners to tender to do these plans in consultation with farmers. Pat Dunne said the extension of the date to complete CMPs beyond the end of October will have to be considered. It is important that no commonage is left behind in applying for GLAS. Continuing, Pat Dunne said the current min/max figures have been proved to be flawed and a clear signal must be given to Planners that these can be changed. Achieving the minimum may be a difficulty for some farmers and latitude must be given so that all commonage farmers have an opportunity

to join GLAS. With 4,000 commonage farmers already signed up to GLAS, it is now vitally important that Minister Coveney reopens the scheme without delay for all other commonage farmers who have priority entry to GLAS.The promised three-month payment at the end of 2015 must be delivered on for those who have already applied. The second phase of GLAS will allow for payment for the full year of 2016. At the same meeting, Pat Dunne told the Department the early roll-out of the targeted Agri-environment scheme for upland areas must be a priority. €70m is allocated in the RDP and an indication of the timescale for this additional scheme to GLAS is anxiously awaited by hill farmers and other farmers with Natura land.

IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns has said the factories have tried to destabilise the market and frighten farmers into selling cattle at lower quoted prices. However, he added that despite the propaganda from the meat plants, cattle supplies remain very tight and some plants are having to pay a base of €4.20/kg for steers and €4.30 base for heifers to get numbers. In addition, he said these same factories were very anxious to get cattle with immediate delivery. Henry Burns said at the moment there is a very fine line in the balance between supply and demand, and it is clear that supplies will remain tight over the coming weeks and months. He said the facts from the latest Department AIMS data for June 1st, as presented by Bord Bia, are that there are 100,000 fewer cattle in the 12 to 36 month old age bracket, compared to this time last year. This will leave finished cattle supplies tight for the rest of 2015 and into 2016. On markets, Henry Burns said the UK remains very strong, with the latest AHDB R3 steer price for Aug 1st at £3.57/kg, which is equivalent to €5.36/kg incl vat. With the sterling exchange rate at 70p to the Euro, compared to 80p this time last year, he said this change is worth an additional 67c/kg in returns from the UK market. Henry Burns said IFA was in contact with the NFU last week on the market situation and they report that attempts by the factories in the UK to ease back price increases over the last two weeks had not succeeded.The reality is that tight supplies is continuing to drive a very robust beef price market.

IFA asks Co-Ops to review business efficiencies and stop milk price slide IFA President Eddie Downey and Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary have written to the Chairmen of all dairy coops asking them to undertake a root-andbranch review of their business processes to identify savings and progress further cooperation and consolidation to drive efficiencies and help ensure farmers get the best possible milk price. “In their mid-year outlook, published last week, Teagasc warns that despite increased output and stable input costs, a 28% fall in milk prices means that incomes will fall by over 40%, with up to one-third of dairy farmers finding themselves in negative margins for 2015 as a whole. This is clearly unsustainable going forward, with high demands on cash flow from superlevy and tax liabilities, bank repayments of on-farm expansion, and share purchases or other contributions to co-ops’ development plans. Indeed, these concerns have been voiced very strongly by farmers at IFA meetings around the country” Mr. Downey said. “IFA continues to work hard at home and in Brussels to secure a review of the intervention ‘safety net’ level to help put a more realistic floor under markets, and

we are demanding that superlevy funds be used to support farmers through this difficult period,” he added. “We appreciate the support for our campaign from co-ops and industry stakeholders, and the fact that the milk price in many co-ops was supported in the first half of this year,” he said. “However, it is now crucial that co-op boards and management would make every effort to stop the milk price slide and, as well as investing in additional capacity and developing options to help farmers cope with volatility, they must now refocus on internal efficiencies and necessary consolidation,” he said. Dairy Chairman Sean O’Leary added: “Reviews and rationalisation should ideally be done in good times, but it is when milk prices are low that the focus is sharpest. Recent cost cutting plans announced by Fonterra and Friesland Campina are clear evidence of this”. “We are asking co-op chairmen, their boards and management teams to undertake an internal efficiency review of all business processes from milk collection to marketing in order to identify any savings that can be made.We are also asking them to explore all possibilities of consolidation, and not to shy away from hard decisions including merger where this is in the best interest of all the farmers concerned and can optimise milk prices,” he said. “Finally, we are asking that co-ops take our proposal on board, and report the outcome of the business review to their dairy suppliers within the shortest possible timeframe, so that they can be assured that their co-op is maximising processing efficiency and milk price,” Mr. Downey concluded.

IFA calls for Leader Programme to start IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy has called on the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government Alan Kelly to proceed with contracts for the implementation of Leader from September next. Following a meeting with Department of Environment officials, Flor McCarthy said that with €250m allocated to Leader in the Rural Development Programme 2014-2020 it is imperative that rural communities and project promoters are given an early opportunity to avail of vital support. “While there have been strong reservations about the new arrangement for Leader through the Local Community Development Companies (LCDCs) through the local authority, nevertheless it is now important that the tendering process, which will be used to operate Leader in each county, works smoothly” the IFA Rural Development Chairman said. Flor McCarthy pointed out that the existing expertise within the current Leader companies must not be ignored in the tendering process.While counties may have strategies to implement Rural Development policy, it is vitally important that this expertise for implementation is availed of from the Leader programme. This must be a key factor taken into account by the selection committee who will decide who operates Leader in each county.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Teagasc encourages responsible rodenticide use

Top Oil, official fuel sponsor of the Ploughing 2015 have joined forces with the NPA this morning in Mountmellick, Co. Laois to brand “ploughing” on one hundred billboard signs nationwide reminding the nation that “the Ploughing” in Ratheniska, Co. Laois is the place to be from 22nd-24th of September. Pictured are: Trevor and Eilish Hinch, proprietors Top Oil Mountmellick with Paddy Daly, Top Oil and Anna May McHugh, NPA managing director. [Alf Harvey/HRPhoto.ie]

NPA and Top Oil brand “Ploughing” from Cork to Donegal and Galway to Dublin TOP Oil, official fuel sponsor of the Ploughing 2015 have joined forces with the NPA to brand “ploughing” on one hundred billboard signs nationwide reminding the nation that “the Ploughing” in Ratheniska, Co. Laois is the place to be from 22nd24th September. At the Top Oil/Ploughing launch NPA Managing Director Anna May McHugh spoke of how she looked forward to working very closely with Top Oil in the run up to and during this year’s Championships and offered “I am delighted that Top Oil have come on board again this year as sponsorship partners of the largest outdoor event in Europe. Top Oil are a very well-known brand throughout Ireland and instantly recognisable throughout the rural community.” “As the main fuel sponsors,Top Oil

bring much to the table in terms of supporting the hosting of the Championships. As an organisation, they have a great appreciation of the importance and impact the National Ploughing Championships have on both the national economy and the rural community.” Speaking on the partnership, Marketing Manager for Top Oil, Jason Power said “Top Oil are serving Quality Assured fuel products to the local communities of Ireland for over 200 years so when we were offered the opportunity to work with the iconic 84th National Ploughing Championships as their official fuel partner, I can honestly say that we jumped at the chance.” “Since formally agreeing to this mutually beneficial partnership there is a great buzz of excitement through-

out our nationwide network of Top Oil Depots and Top Oil Service Stations. Top Oil is extremely proud to be associated with this legendary three day event and the primary reason Top Oil decided to become involved with the NPA is because that this entire partnership is a perfect brand fit for us, two national brands immersed in the local communities of Ireland and we understand how much "The Ploughing" means to our agricultural, fuel card, commercial, motor fuel and home heating customers.” Showcasing the Best of Irish Food, Farming and Culture, tickets for this year’s Ploughing Championships are now available online at:www.npa.ie phone 059 8625125 and this year pick up a brochure at any Top Oil Depot.

EFFECTIVE control of rodents is an essential part of farming and food hygiene, as rats and mice can spread human and animal disease, contaminate food stuffs and cause damage to property. Rat poisons, also known as rodenticides, are the most common means of achieving rodent control. However, these compounds can affect a wide range of non-target wildlife. Rodent predators can be exposed to rodenticides by feeding on rodents that have died as a result of poisoning, or by catching and feeding on live rodents which have these toxins in their systems. Catherine Keena,Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist said; “Recent studies, in Ireland, have shown that Barn Owls and Red Kites have evidence of rodenticides in their bodies, likely acquired through consumption of prey. The contamination of such species has been confirmed through post-mortem examination of carcases collected as part of ongoing statutory monitoring and is a matter of serious concern.” The largest type of landuse in Ireland is farmland. The methods of managing farmland impact on our wildlife and wildlife habitats. Healthy environments have a rich variety of habitats that support and maintain biodiversity. The presence of predators which are at the top of the food chain indicates a healthy ecosystem. Predators play an essential role in maintaining biodiversity and balance in nature. Birds of prey and owls are top predators, as are mammals such as Pine Marten and Stoat. Rats and mice form a major part of the diet of these predatory

species. Barn owls, longeared owls, red kites, kestrel and buzzards are some of the species of birds of prey and owls that can be exposed to rodenticides by feeding on rodents that have been poisoned. A Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use (CRRU) aims to protect wildlife while promoting and providing effective rodent control through the responsible use of rodenticides in rural areas. CRRU Ireland was formed by companies that manufacture and distribute rodenticides in Ireland. CRRU advocates the responsible use of rodenticides to control rodent pest species in the interest of protecting human and animal health and avoiding contamination of food. Its prime objective is to minimise negative impacts on wildlife. CRRU has drawn up a CRRU Code to minimise risks arising for wildlife. The responsible use of rodenticides requires implementation of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

approach to rodent pest control together with adherence to the CRRU Code, an approach essential for effective long term management of rodents. Rodent control, either by the use of traps, biological means (cats or dogs) or rodenticide bait, will not prove effective unless other measures are also taken. Important measures in an integrated approach are: Rodent proofing, to deny rodents access to sensitive areas; Habitat modification, to deny rodents food, water & shelter; and Rodent killing, to remove rodents in existing infestations GLAS the new AgriEnvironment Scheme specifies that participants should comply with the CRRU Code in their daily farming activities. Teagasc recommends that farmers follow the CRRU Code to ensure that the threat of secondary ex-posure to wildlife associated with rodent control measures is minimised. Information on the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use has been sent to all Teagasc clients.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I have a query with regard to the new Knowledge Transfer Programme. I was a participant in the last BTAP scheme. However, I missed one meeting last year and as a result never received any money for the whole year. Is this new scheme going to work the same way with regard to attendance and payment? Also I have heard that the facilitator will now be paying us as opposed to We having to pay them. Is this the case? Can you please advise? Answer: The KTP will work slightly different to the BTAP in that five meetings must be attended in addition to other criteria being met to draw down full payment however if you were only able to attend four meetings then you will only face a reduction on your payment as opposed to loss of the whole payment under BTAP. Also with regard to payment, the DAFM will pay the facilitator your fee for participating in the programme and also the facilitator will receive the payment on your behalf from the DAFM once satisfied that you are in full compliance and the facilitator will then be responsible for paying the individual participants in the group. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: We are now taking the final few expressions of interest from farmers who wish to join discussion groups under the Knowledge Transfer Programme.The book will be closing shortly.To register, contact the office on 058-44995.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Put your thinking CAP on at the movies!

Pictured at the launch of Agri Aware’s CAP communication campaign in cinemas across Ireland-North and South, are (L-R) Dr. Vanessa Woods, Chief Executive, Agri Aware; twins, Lucy and Chloe Scanlan, age 4 from Glasnevin, Dublin and Richard Moeran, Chairman, Agri Aware. Agri Aware’s CAP telestration advertisement will run in cinemas from Friday, 31st July, 2015 for four weeks. For more information on cinema locations, visit www.agriaware.ie/cap

Teagasc News LAND DRAINAGE The objective of any form of land drainage is to remove excess water from the soil, to lower the water table, and to reduce the period of waterlogging.This lengthens the growing season, the grazing season, the utilisation of grazed grass by livestock and the accessibility of land to machinery. A number of drainage techniques have been developed to suit different soil types and conditions. Broadly speaking, there are two main categories of land drainage: • Groundwater drainage system: A network of deeply installed field drains exploiting permeable layers. • Shallow drainage system: Where the permeability is low at all depths a shallow system, such as mole or gravel mole drainage, improves soil permeability by cracking the soil and encourages water movement to a network of field drains. A number of test pits (at least 2.5 m deep) should be excavated within the area to be drained.These test pits should be dug in areas that are representative of the area as a whole. As the test pits are dug, observe the faces of the pits, establish the soil type and record the rate and depth of water seepage into the soil test pit (if any).Visible cracking, areas of looser soil and rooting depth should be noted as these can convey important information regarding the drainage status of the different layers. The depth and type of the drain to be installed will depend entirely on the interpretation of the characteristics revealed by the test pits. Groundwater drainage syste: In soil test pits where there is strong inflow of water or seepage from the faces of the pit walls, layers of high permeability are present. If this scenario is evident on parts of your farm, it would be best to focus on these areas first as the potential for improvement is usually very high. The installation of field drains at the depth of inflow will facilitate the removal of groundwater assuming a suitable outfall is available. Conventional field drains at depths of 0.8 to 1.5 m below ground level have been successful where they encounter layers of high permeability. However, where layers with high permeability are deeper than this, deeper drains are required. Deep field drains are usually installed at a depth of 1.5-2.5 m and at spacings of 15-50 m, depending on the slope of the land and the permeability and thickness of the drainage layer. Field drains should always be installed across the slope to intercept as much groundwater as possible, with main drains (receiving water from field drains) running in the direction of maximum slope. Shallow drainage system: Where a test pit shows no inflow of water at any depth, a shallow drainage system is required. These soils with no obvious permeable layer and very low hydraulic conductivity are more difficult to drain. Shallow drainage systems are those that aim to improve the capacity of the soil to transmit water by fracturing and cracking it. These include mole drainage and gravel mole drainage. Mole drainage is suited to soils with high clay content that form stable channels. Mole drains are formed with a mole plough comprised of a torpedo-like cylindrical foot attached to a narrow leg, followed by a slightly larger diameter cylindrical expander. The foot and trailing expander form the mole channel while the leg creates a narrow slot that extends from the soil surface down to the mole channel depth. The success of mole drainage depends on the formation of cracks in the soil that radiate from the tip of the mole plough at shallow depth. Gravel filled mole drains employ the same principles as ordinary mole drains but are required where an ordinary mole will not remain open for a sufficiently long period. This is the case in unstable soils having lower clay content. The mole channel is formed in a similar manner but the channel is then filled with gravel, which supports the channel

walls. The gravel mole plough carries a hopper that controls the flow of gravel. During the operation the hopper is filled using a loading shovel or a belt conveyor from an adjacent gravel cart. Gravel moles require a gravel aggregate within the 10-20 mm size range to function properly. HEALTH AND SAFETY In 2014 farm deaths made up 55% of all workplace deaths, even though agriculture only makes up 6% of the total national work force. Dairy farms have a disproportionately high level of fatal and non-fatal injury levels. Fifty eight per cent of fatal farm accidents occur on dairy farms.The level of non-fatal accidents is twice as high in dairy farming compared with other cattle enterprises. This information should motivate everyone in the sector to manage health and safety effectively. Health and Safety strategies: Prevention strategies use two broad approaches; firstly removing hazards and then adopting safe procedures.These strategies are vital for prevention of farm accidents as farms have a wide variety of hazards. As over 90% of accidents have a behavioural cause, farmer input in managing farm safety is the vital ingredient to preventing accidents. Managing workload is also crucial to reduce accident levels. This is achieved by having a streamlined livestock system, good facilities and minimising machinery work. Having the workload under control allows adequate time for farm management including implementing health and safety measures, which prevents work being done in a rushed manner. Vehicles and machinery safety: In 2014, 16 (60%) deaths were associated with farm vehicles or machines with the majority involving crushes or blows. There have been a number of crush deaths associated with tractors rolling-away in farmyards. These are silent killers as people don’t see or hear the vehicle coming until it is too late. To prevent crushing due to vehicle “run-away”: • Stop the engine and leave the fuel-control in the shut-off position and remove key. • Apply the hand brake securely • Park on level ground where possible. Leave the vehicle in gear. If on a slope, use the reverse gear if facing downhill and low forward gear if facing uphill. • Use wheels stops if necessary to prevent a vehicle rolling from its parked position. • As vehicles vary in operating procedures, always follow the handbook instructions. Revolving power shafts: The majority of accidents with PTO’s or machine moving parts occur when the machine is stationary. Ensure complete covering of the power-shaft and adopt a work procedure where you do not have to work near the rotating shaft. Also, particular care is needed when adjacent to operating powered machines such as balers or combines when stationary. Always turn off the PTO and the power before leaving or approaching a revolving machine component. FARMERS’ HEALTH A recent national study indicated that farmers as an occupational group have one of the highest “all-cause” mortality rate. In the study, the highest mortality rates were reported for the behaviour-related chronic diseases: cardiovascular disease and cancer.The finding of this study contrasts with Irish farmers perceptions of their health status. It is imperative that farmers monitor their health to ensure problems are picked up early. Start by making an appointment with your GP for a check-up. Farm accidents lead to tragedy, pain and suffering, disability and farm business loss. Farms are very dynamic workplaces and active safety management on an on-going basis is required to minimise the farm related risks. One accident is one too many. By putting safety first you are protecting your vital assets - your life, the lives of your loved ones and the family livelihood.

AGRI Aware, the independent Irish agri-food educational body will deliver an engaging telestration advertisement in cinemas across Ireland-North and South, over the next four weeks. The aim of this telestration is to communicate the benefits of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to the general public in a unique and innovative way, with characters including a student, a sportsman, a farmer, a tourist and a mother, telling the story of the Common Agricultural Policy benefits them. This novel approach is part of a year-long interactive communication campaign entitled ‘Be Agri Aware–Put your thinking CAP on’. The aim of the campaign is to engage the general public of all ages in CAP, so that they understand where their food comes from and also to ensure that they learn about how this food is produced under the highest

standards, whilst also caring for the environment, biodiversity and waterways. The message is that CAP delivers a secure supply of quality, safe and traceable food at an affordable price for the consumer. Chief Executive of Agri Aware, Dr. Vanessa Woods said: “This is the first time that Agri Aware has delivered its key messages on the benefits of CAP via the cinema. The importance of CAP will be communicated to a vast audience of all ages in all cinemas across the Republic of Ireland and in cinemas located in Belfast and Londonderry in Northern Ireland.This is an exciting and novel way to communicate a complex policy in a simple and engaging manner, which will have a lasting impact on the audience”. Agri Aware’s Chairman, Richard Moeran said “Agri Aware endeavours to reach as wide an audience as possible across the Island of Ireland informing them of

the benefits of the CAP using the slogan ‘Be Agri Aware – Put your thinking CAP on’. Agri Aware is very excited and proud to be using this innovative method of communication. Through our telestration, we hope to relay our mission statement, which is to improve the image and understanding of farming, agriculture and food, to the general public of all ages. Our message is crystal clear, CAP delivers safe, quality and traceable food that is affordable to the consumer”. This innovative and original interactive education, information and communication campaign is cofinanced by the EU Commission’s Directorate General for Agriculture and Rural Development and was awarded to Agri Aware following a competitive bidding process. The campaign is also supported by the IFA and FBD, in addition to Agri Aware’s other patrons.

More Government action required to deliver balanced regional recovery – IFA IFA President Eddie Downey has said that the delivery of a balanced economic recovery across the country will require the Government to introduce targeted policies and increase investment in the rural economy. Speaking to journalists at the RDS Dublin Horse Show recently, Mr. Downey said,“The most recent CSO figures show contrasting unemployment rates across the country, ranging from 8.8% in Dublin to 12 and 13% in the West, Midlands and South-East regions. This highlights the need for Government to introduce more targeted measures, to ensure the economic recovery is better balanced across the regions. Investment in rural enterprises outside of the main urban areas must be a strategic focus of Government”. Eddie Downey said “As a priority Government must deliver on its funding commitment for farm schemes under the Rural Development Programme in this year’s budget, to underpin the growth and exports targets of Food Wise 2025”. The IFA President also called on Government to introduce a Charter for Rural Ireland to drive eco-

nomic recovery in all parts of the country.This Charter must include the following measures: • Delivery on the commitment to provide a high quality rural fibre broadband network across rural Ireland, to support homes and businesses, job creation, investment and rural development. • Introduction of taxcredits to encourage employers to take on apprentices and create sustainable employment in rural communities. Many of these communities have been badly impacted by emigration and have experienced high levels of youth unemployment. • Incentives such as double tax relief on rental expenditure and concessions on commercial rates should be introduced to encourage businesses to locate in villages and town centres which have been decimated during the recession. In addition the following measures should be introduced for the 440,000 households that live and work in rural Ireland and for those who holiday in or simply enjoy the countryside: • Increased and measurable targets for policing

hours and presence of mobile units in rural areas by An Garda Síochána, to reduce crime and create a greater sense of security in the countryside. • An increased and ringfenced annual rural roads budget from the Department of Transport, allocated to local authorities as part of a planned repair and maintenance programme. • An increase in the number of voluntary rural walk schemes to support economic development and tourism in rural areas. • A package of measures from the Department of Transport to facilitate the development of proposed Greenway projects, while protecting farmers’ rights. • Increased fines and greater enforcement by local authorities to tackle the scourge of littering by passing motorists and users of the countryside. IFA Deputy President and Countryside Chairman Tim O’Leary added, “This Rural Charter contains important policy proposals which bring an overall focus to the challenges faced by rural communities. IFA will work with Government to deliver the policy priorities in this Charter”.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

High cost of borrowing must be addressed for farmers – Downey

Dina Walshe with Breda Keane (IFA Farm Family, main sponsor of the Home Industries Section at Dungarvan Agricultural Show) and Margaret Leahy (Committee).

Sheep fencing should not be excluded from TAMS ICSA Sheep Chairman John Brooks has called on Minister Coveney to reconsider the exclusion of sheep fencing from the TAMS II programme. “While the previous schemes may have been under subscribed, there has to be an understanding that low income sheep farmers can only avail of grant schemes when their finances allow. It is also true that opening and closing grant schemes is not an ideal strategy as it leads to a panic to get in while the scheme is open for a limited time with an obvious knock-on effect on construction price inflation. We believe that measures such as sheep

fencing should ideally be open on an ongoing basis so that farmers can avail of grants only when their cash flow and profitability permits and on a considered basis rather than jumping in when there is a limited window of opportunity. Just because there was a limited uptake in the previous scheme is no reason to deny progressive farmers the opportunity to develop their farms. Sheep fencing is an invaluable aid to better grassland management and it should be a priority if we are serious about improving the viability of the sector and increasing exports. Mr Brooks also suggested that the spec for sheep fencing needed to be looked at

again as many sheep farmers argue that it is totally over the top and adds unnecessary expense. He concluded by saying that the obsession with dairy expansion was perhaps unwise and that the sheep sector should not be treated unfairly. “The Minister needs to realise that supporting sheep fencing will be of undoubted benefit not only to the farmers involved but to the export sector. Critically, not many sheep farmers will require unsustainable borrowings from undertaking a modest fencing investment. Can the same be said for the very ambitious plans for large scale dairy units?”

Rural Social Scheme should be expanded – IFA IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy has called for the number of places in the Rural Social Scheme to be expanded from 2,600 to 4,000 in the forthcoming Budget. At a meeting with the Department of Social Protection, Flor McCarthy said the scheme has been an invaluable support to low income farmers, providing employment in areas where job opportunities are lim-

ited and providing services and social support to rural communities. IFA also pointed out that the RSS must remain a standalone scheme as it differs from other social employment schemes in that the participants are farming, albeit at a low income level. Eligibility is based on qualification for Farm Assist or other social protection schemes where the recipi-

ent has a herd number. The scheme is worth €46m/year which has a huge knock-on effect in the rural economy. Flor McCarthy pointed out to the Department that eligibility is primarily based on Farm Assist and it was important that the means test is done fairly. Recent reviews of Farm Assist have been more onerous and IFA is concerned that Minister Burton is targeting farmers.

Dungarvan Mart report Monday 10th AUGUST, 2015 SAMPLE PRICES COWS 1 Fr. 675 kgs. made €1,140. 1 Fr. 775 kgs. made €1,350. 1 Fr. 815 kgs. made €1,440. 1 Fr. 750 kgs. made €1,350. BULLOCK SECTION 2 Lim. 452 kgs. made €1,090 each. 5 Char. 320 kgs. made €880 each.

3 Lim. 280 kgs. made €745 each. 3 Lim. 280 kgs. made €745 each. 6 Frs. 445 kgs. made €880 each. 3 A.A. 366 kgs. made €880 each. HEIFER SECTION 2 Char. 445 kgs. made €960 each. 2 Her 357 kgs. made €730 each. 4 A.A. 371 kgs. made €770 each. 3 Lim. 451 kgs. made €1,025 each.

3 Herf. 448 kgs. made €955 each. Special Entries for Monday next 17th August, 2015 – (1) 25 Quality Suckler Cows (mainly Limousin and Charolais) with Limousin Calves at foot, for a local producer. (2) 5 Lim. Heifers from British Fr. Cows suited for Suckler Cow Replacements. Heifers are by A.I Limousin, Sire RHF (Dovea) out of British Fr. Cows. For a local producer.

IFA President Eddie Downey has said the high cost of borrowing faced by farmers who are investing in their businesses is unacceptable and must be addressed. “Farming is an export dependent sector and high borrowing costs undermine the competitiveness of our food production,” Mr Downey warned. “The latest figures from the Central Bank show conditions for SMEs, including farm businesses, are tougher in Ireland than almost anywhere elsewhere in the Euro area, both in terms of cost and availability of finance. The withdrawal of a number of commercial banks following the credit collapse has led to a significant increase in market concentration, and erosion of competition, which has in turn contributed to more difficult lending conditions. “The cost of new borrowing for Irish SMEs of 5.7% is significantly higher than for equivalent businesses in the Eurozone, with the Euro area average at 3.3%. On borrowings of €100,000 this amounts to an extra repayment cost of over €2,000 per year.” IFA Farm Business Chairman Tom Doyle, said “Figures from the CSO

show that agriculture and the agri-food sector have been a driving force of export-led recovery. Agriculture has the highest percentage of performing loans in the SME sector. Policy responses, such as SME lending targets for the pillar banks and the establishment of the Credit Review Office, have been put in place to provide an adequate flow of credit to Irish SMEs. While these initiatives have been important, they have proved insufficient, as Ireland still maintains one of the highest levels of credit constraint for SMEs of any Eurozone economy. “Farmers are continuing to contribute to an exportled recovery. However, to remain competitive it is critical that they have access to lower cost loans. More needs to be done to promote a fully functioning commercial banking service and to drive down interest rates on lending for viable farm businesses and investment. The Government must insist that the lower costs of borrowing that the commercial banks are facing are fully reflected in reduced interest rates for agricultural loans,” Mr Doyle concluded.

Farmers at Tullamore Show annoyed with factory price cuts IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns said he met a lot of cattle farmers at the Tullamore Show who are very annoyed with the recent price cuts from the factories and fail to understand why the factories are cutting prices when the UK market and sterling are so strong. He said farmers are clear that there is a good supply of grass and understand that supplies will remain tight throughout the autumn on the basis that cattle numbers in the 12-36 month age bracket are down 100,000 head on this time last year. The IFA Livestock Chairman said farmers at the Show were disheartened by the usual propaganda being wheeled out from the factories that they are losing money and they want to pull back store prices. He said none of these arguments stand up against a UK price which is the equivalent to €5.33/kg and sterling at 70.5p against the €uro.

Henry Burns said the factories are trying to buy cattle this week at a base of €4.10/4.15 for steers and €4.20/4.25 for heifers. He said a lot of deals have been done at €4.15/4.20 on steers and some deals at €4.25 for early this week. He said agents are saying numbers are very tight and with the weather due to improve later in the week they expect they will find it next to impossible to buy at the lower quoted prices.

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DUNGARVAN MART FOR SALE MONDAY NEXT, 17th AUGUST, 2015 25 Continental Suckler Cows (mainly Limousin and Charolais) with Limousin Calves at foot. Cows are vaccinated annually for BVD and Lepto in April. Calves are by 2 Pedigree Limousin stock bulls. 1 by Rocky (5 star Terminal) and other by Sympa (5 star for both Terminal and Replacement) Running with Limousin Bull at the moment. Export tested. For a local Producer. Also for Sale: 5 Lim Heifers out of British Fr. Cows suited for Suckler Cow replacements. Heifers are by A.I Limousin Sire RHF(Dovea) for a local Producer. Details from Dungarvan Mart at 058-41611.

Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 10/8/2015 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 17.6 14.22 3.80 1.41 0 500 172 1200 72 60

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 18.6 5.05 3.77 1.64 0 563 200 1000 47 64

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford

Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny

• Two reseeded

• Reseeding 5 acres this week with Dunluce and Aston Energy • Farm is lowly stocked and will delay build-up of grass until late August • Farm has grown 10.3 tonnes DM/ha so far this year.

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kind of in a rut. When she finds herself starting to fall for the subject of the new article she’s writing, a charming and successful sports doctor named Aaron Conners (Bill Hader), Amy starts to wonder if other grown-ups, including this guy who really seems to like her, might be on to something.

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ACROSS 1 Make retrospectively valid (8) 5 Kent and England wicketkeeper and batsman Les, born in 1905 (4) 9 See 18 10 A large splash or smear (7) 11 Members of an international organisation with its roots in 1905 Chicago (9) 14 See 18 15 Knitted item featuring a woolly ball (6,3) 18 14 9 21 Even with equine assistance they were unable to repair the damage (3,3,5,3) 19 A kind of aircraft engine (9) 20 Any manner in which creative skill can be expressed (3,4) 22 Weapon that delivers an electric shock (5) 24 Island forming part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey (4) 25 Material placed beneath a carpet for protection (8)

SINCE she was a little girl, it’s been drilled into Amy’s (Amy Schumer) head by her rascal of a dad (Colin Quinn) that monogamy isn’t realistic. Now a magazine writer, Amy lives by that credo – enjoying what she feels is an uninhibited life free from stifling, boring romantic commitment – but in actuality, she’s

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TOUGH period is coming to an end and you can relax a little. Your mind will be fired by a new idea or you may find yourself stimulated by an intellectual pursuit.

PROBLEM on Monday will need to be tackled immediately if it is not to continue drifting along indefinitely. Someone close will behave in a slippery or peculiar manner.

HERE will be a point this week in which you begin to doubt your own sanity but events will soon conspire to prove that you are not off your head after all and your judgement is spot on.

HERE is not much happening in your life this week so enjoy the peace and quiet while it lasts. Maybe this is the calm before the storm or maybe just a time to rest and read a good book.

HE path of true love is strewn with problems and it may be work and other responsibilities are keeping you from the arms of your beloved. You may simply be too tired to bother with love.

IRGOS are supposed to be modest and shy but to look at you nobody would really believe it. You are a veritable dynamo, tearing into work and hobbies. Don t do too much!

SLIGHT disagreement over money will be sorted out. Your mood is restless and it might be worth trying to get away for a day or two for a change of scene. Fresh air won t hurt.

OU are beginning to feel you are on a see-saw as firstly one person needs your attention and then another claims it. There will be a lot of demands on your time and patience.

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RIENDS in high places are all very well but they cannot always be relied on to solve your problems. Your pals may mean well but they will be too busy with their own lives to live yours.

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OU may be feeling like lounging around at home this week, but you shouldn t find yourself getting bored because a series of young, lively visitors will keep you occupied.

HERE S likely to be a power struggle in your life towards the end of the week. Try to find a way of diffusing a potentially explosive situation, perhaps by giving way a little.

SET against the backdrop of the early 1960s, at the height of the Cold War, “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” centres on CIA agent Solo (Henry Cavill) and KGB agent Kuryakin (Armie Hammer). Forced to put aside longstanding hostilities, the two team up on a joint mission to stop a mysterious inter-national criminal organisation, which is bent on

destabilising the fragile balance of power through the proliferation of nuclear weapons and technology. The duo’s only lead is the daughter of a vanished German scientist, who is the key to infiltrating the criminal organis-ation, and they must race against time to find him and prevent a worldwide catastrophe.

RSC: Othello (Live) Wednesday, 26th August OTHELLO is the greatest general of his age. A fearsome warrior, loving husband and revered defender of Venice against its enemies. But he is also an outsider whose victories have created enemies of his own, men driven by prejudice and jealousy to destroy him. As they plot in the shadows, Othello realises too late that the greatest danger lies not in the hatred of others, but his own fragile and destructive pride. After

more than a decade working in film and television on projects from Star Wars to Holby City, Hugh Quarshie returns to the RSC to play Shakespeare's Othello. He was last seen with us in Faust and Julius Caesar (1996). Hugh will play opposite Lucian Msamati in the role of Iago, returning to the RSC following his role as Pericles in 2006. The production is directed by Iqbal Khan (Much Ado About Nothing, 2012).

Building Jerusalem Tuesday, 1st September IS a theatrical documentary charting the dawn of modern rugby with Sir Clive Woodward at the helm, culminating in England’s glorious World Cup Victory in 2003. Combining exciting match action with news and ‘behind the scenes’ footage, Building Jerusalem tells the dramatic highs and lows through the eyes of those who were there: players, coaches and journalists including exclusive interviews with Jonny Wilkinson and Martin Johnson. Building Jerusalem is directed and written by Emmy-nominee James Erskine (Pantani: The Accidental Death of a Cyclist, Torchwood) and produced

by Oscar-winner Victoria Gregory (Man on Wire, Senna) and marks the third of their trilogy of films about English sporting legends, following on from 2010’s One Night in Turin and 2011’s From the Ashes. It is produced through New Black Films who are one of the world’s leading sports theatrical producers and have extensive experience of bringing sporting stories to the big screen. The Rugby World Cup (RWC) is the greatest prize in rugby and one of the world’s most admired competitions having established itself as one of the most important sporting events behind the Olympics and the FIFA World Cup.

Across: 1 Backdate, 5 Ames, 9 , 10 Splodge, 11 Rotarians, 14 , 15 Bobble hat, 18 14 9 21 All the king s men, 19 Turboprop, 20 Art form, 22 Taser, 24 Sark, 25 Underlay. Down: 1 Bakery, 2 Can, 3 Distribution, 4 Tis, 6 Meditator, 7 Sieved, 8 Old school tie, 12 Tabulator, 13 Abler, 16 Calais, 17 Sporty, 21 , 23 Sol.

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Watch Ireland’s rugby adventures on the Big Screen BOOK YOUR FREE TICKETS SOON! SGC Dungarvan is proud to announce that if you want to follow Ireland's rugby adventures in September and October … Watch them live here … on the big screen and with it only weeks away why not get your competitive juices flowing by getting yourself down on September 1st at 7.00 p.m. (one night only) to see the fantastic Building Jerusalem. Building Jerusalem is a theatrical documentary charting the dawn of modern rugby with Sir Clive Woodward at the helm, culminating in England’s glorious World Cup Victory in 2003.

Combining exciting match action with news and ‘behind the scenes’ footage, Building Jerusalem tells the dramatic highs and lows through the eyes of those who were there: players, coaches and journalists including exclusive interviews with Jonny Wilkinson and Martin Johnson. Building Jerusalem is directed and written by Emmy-nominee James Erskine (Pantani: The Accidental Death of a Cyclist, Torchwood) and produced by Oscar-winner Victoria Gregory (Man on Wire, Senna) and marks the third of their trilogy of films about English sporting

legends, following on from 2010’s One Night in Turin and 2011’s From the Ashes. It is produced through New Black Films who are one of the world’s leading sports theatrical producers and have extensive experience of bringing sporting stories to the big screen. It’s one not to miss with Ireland after having a great Date 19th Sept.

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game against Wales and sitting pretty in 3rd on the world rankings we are in position to give one of our greatest performances at a world cup to date. If you can’t get tickets and want that stadium feel in a family friendly environment come on down and enjoy the matches on the big screen for Free. Game Ireland v. Canada Ireland v. Romania Ireland v. Italy France v. Ireland

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Cuil Cheoil Cabaret has successful season AS they prepare for their final performance of the Summer next Tuesday evening, the young entertainers of the Cuil Cheoil Cabaret which has been resident in The Park Hotel for the last couple of months can look back on a season which was very successful artistically and also in relation to filling the weekly seats. Always conscious of the need to freshen their presentation, change their material and enhance their image as they have done over the years, this lively group of musicians, dancers,

singers and seanachai successfully fulfilled their mandate and sent their audiences home happy each night and with toes still tapping. The first hour was the usual fastpaced cabaret of instrumental piects, dances and songs, as well as solos on various instruments. With a number of Irish and International champion performers among their ranks, some highly proficient in several instruments, variety is a feature of the evening. Soloists on the uileann pipes, fiddle, harp and

flute, brush dancing and sean nos by the youngest of performers who have won national honours before their teens. The choreography not only displayed the talents of the dancers to perfection, but also produced routines which had their toes and heels clicking in perfect unison. It is all there at the Cuil Cheoil Cabaret and with just one evening left, you get a move on to The Park Hotel if you are not to miss the highlight of this season. Aladdin 2014 with Raymond Tobin and Michael Wright.

Dungarvan town pantomime ‘Sleeping Beauty’ auditions August 31st

Dancers pictured during their weekly Cabaret performance on Tuesday nights in The Park Hotel are from left: Evin Hyland, Sinead Kiely, Sophie Dunford, Rebecca Saitch and Joseph O’Keeffe.

A BIG year ahead for Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy with their New Premises at “The Rehearsal Hub”. ‘Sleeping Beauty’ will be the Christmas Panto this year and we are calling all adults & teens to put August 31st into your diaries for auditions. ALL roles are up for grabs! Whatever your level of ability we have a place for you to be involved. It’s great fun, a fantastic way to explore your abilities and a great social outlet. Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy eagerly awaited core Autumn schedule resumes from Saturday, September 5th. It is for children aged from junior infants to 6th class inc. All children get to sing, dance, pout and perform…. Technically speaking of course they will be enjoying ‘dance,

drama, music, musical theatre and elocution’! Junior/Senior Infants classes take place 10.00 a.m. – 11.10 a.m. 1st – 6th class Stage School runs weekly from 11.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. New Preschool & Primary school Mid week Dance and Drama classes will be announced next week!! Aileen and her team are busy working on their 2015/2016 schedule, for up to date information and announcements keep your eyes on the paper and on facebook http://www.facebook.com/EncoreStageAc ademy You are welcome to contact Aileen Hogan on 087 6299508 anytime.

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In advance of SGC Dungarvan screening the World Cup Live on the Big Screen we bring you for ONE NIGHT ONLY BUILDING JERUSALEM Including live interviews and a Q&A with World Cup winners Jonny Wilkinson, Martin Johnson and Sir Clive Woodward Tuesday, 1st September, at 7.00 p.m. Building Jerusalem, a theatrical documentary, charts the dawn of modern rugby with Sir Clive Woodward at the helm, culminating in England’s glorious World Cup Victory in 2003. Combining exciting match action with news & ‘behind the scenes’ footage, Building Jerusalem tells the dramatic highs and lows through the eyes of those who were there: players, coaches and journalists including exclusive interviews with Jonny Wilkinson and Martin Johnson. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Building Jerusalem Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 25th August. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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Othello Live from The Royal Shakespeare Company Wednesday, 26th August, at 7.00 p.m. Othello is the greatest general of his age. A fearsome warrior, loving husband and revered defender of Venice against its enemies. But he is also an outsider whose victories have created enemies of his own, men driven by prejudice and jealousy to destroy him. As they plot in the shadows, Othello realises too late that the greatest danger lies not in the hatred of others, but his own fragile and destructive pride. After more than a decade working in film and television on projects from Star Wars to Holby City, Hugh Quarshie returns to the RSC to play Shakespeare's Othello. He was last seen with us in Faust and Julius Caesar (1996). Hugh will play opposite Lucian Msamati in the role of Iago, returning to the RSC following his role as Pericles in 2006. The production is directed by Iqbal Khan (Much Ado About Nothing, 2012). The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Othello Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 18th August. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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Celebrations in Helvick span the decades HOT on the heels of the visit of the Pride of Place Adjudicators to Helvick and Ring last week, the RNLI registered another triumph at the weekend with their 21st Annual Sponsored Swim and Barbecue. Elsewhere in this issue, Joan Clancy reports that there was a great festive spirit in Helvick for the occasion, attracting one of the biggest crowds ever seen on Helvick Pier, to welcome the 60 sponsored swimmers from across the Bay. Standing on the road, overlooking the RNLI HQ and looking at the large crowd clustered all around the arrival slipway, I was reminded of another crowd gathered there fifty-six years ago. Yes, I can remember back that far! It was Munster Final Day 1959, an auspicious occasion in the light of the later success of the Waterford Hurling Team as they won the All Ireland Hurling Final replay against Kilkenny on the first Sunday of October that year. The large crowd was clustered around a stage on which the local and town dignitaries were seated with the special guest from the RNLI Headquarters in England, Major Bertram Bell ready to present the Commemorative Vellum (scroll) to mark the Centenary of the arrival of the first Lifeboat to Helvick in 1859 and the establish-

ment of what was described as the Dungarvan Bay Station. The Lifeboat at the time, the H.F. Bailey was specially decorated for the occasion, as was the Pier and surrounds. Cllr. Michael Harty from Gortnadiha recalled the various rescues and tragedies over the century and paid tribute to the long line of crew volunteers. RNLI Secretary, A. R. Farrell accepted the Vellum on behalf of the Station from Major Bell. The Citation ‘gratefully recognises the Centenary of the Helvick Station and placed on record their appreciation of the voluntary work of the Committee and the devotion and courage of the crew. It was, in the language of the time ‘a grand day’. Within a few weeks the Lifeboat was out on call to rescue a young woman who was trapped on a beach at Mine Head. Due to the rocky nature of the shore, the Lifeboat could not approach the beach, but two young men, Brian Morrissey and Barry O’Sullivan (holidaying in Helvick) took a small boat with a few of the Lifeboat crew on to the shore and effected a successful rescue. This was particularly interesting last Sunday, because there at the Barbecue was Brian’s cousin, Trudi Morrissey with Fiona Hannigan, a young

Fiona has been in Ireland for a year and a half and – despite the weather – loves life here. She works in the Hospital in Banagher, Co. Offaly, and has no immediate plans to head back to the Southern Hemisphere.

woman who is the daughter of a long time friend from Sydney in Australia. Trudi and Fiona’s mother, Josephine Hannigan were best friends when Trudi spent some time in the Southern Hemisphere.

Photograph shows Trudi Morrissey and her friend from Australia, Fiona Hannigan.

Honouring the flag ASK most people about the National Flag, or the flag of any country and the first reply will be that it be treated with respect and not touch the ground.You will see in our photo, taken during the formal salute to the military casualties the different ways in which the official Standards were treated at the very impressive World War I Service of Remembrance at the

Commemorative Wall last Sunday. The Colours and Standards include those of the Organisation of National Ex-Servicemen, the Royal British Legion, the Royal Naval Association from some of the Irish and British Regiments and Services which saw action in the Great War. At the far end of the line, which is on the

Kelly O'Donnell from Carrick-on-Suir with her grandparents at the World War I Memorial last Sunday where she laid a wreath to commemorate children who are victims of war.

left as you face the Colours is the Irish National Flag, the Tricolour, which is in the official place of precedence and which was held aloft at all times. It is the first time the Tricolour was present at a World War I ceremony in the District. The Irish Service and Regimental banners were dipped to 45 degrees and the Colours and Standards of the English Services and Regiments were lowered slowly and finally draped tidily on the ground. This is to honour the fallen in battle, the only time this occurs. Traditionally, the Irish flag is dipped only in formal salute to the Blessed Sacrament. In charge of the troop of Standard bearers was Terry Rogers, a familiar figure at military re-enactments when he is normally the one to bark the orders in parade-ground fashion. Terry joined the Waterford Branch of the British Legion twelve years ago and has been very active since and a visible figure at formal events. He served in the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers for many years, but also formally trained as

a Standard Bearer in the British Legion and carried the Standard for the REME for twenty years. The Banner he was carrying last Sunday which is of the Royal British Legion is at least seventyfive years old and was recovered from an attic twenty five years ago where it had lain untouched for decades. It is in a fragile state, but he is pleased to bring it out on formal occasions. Among the wreaths which were laid at the Commemorative Wall was one by a young woman from Carrick-on-Suir, Kelly O’Donnell who represented children killed, injured or otherwise caught in conflict. It was a colourful, formal and respectful commemoration of some of the victims of war from this country. There are other commemorations which are held at Easter time to remember the fallen in our own 800 year struggle for freedom, which are also worthy of recording and we would be delighted to accord space and attention to those too.

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Kilkenny's Cillian Buckley is tackled by Waterford's Shane Fives, Philip Mahony and Kevin Moran during the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

H u r l e rs ex i t Championship with heads held high Se e Pa g es 2 , 3, 4 & 5 JOE GOUGH IS CHAMPION OF THE WORLD Page 17

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All-Ireland Senior Hurling Semi-Final

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were Ricky and Kelvin Whelan, Sarah Fitzgerald and Luke Kenneally, Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland SemiFinal in Croke Park were Ryan, John and Rian Hickey. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland SemiFinal in Croke Park were Christine, Rachael and Tom Bourke from Cappagh. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All -reland Semi-Final in Croke Park were the Murphy Family from Abbeyside. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were Phylis and Ben McCabe, Anna Thompson and Mike Dunford. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Waterford who lost to Kilkenny 1-21 to 0-18 in the All-Ireland Sem-Final in Croke Park.

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were Joseph, Cathy, Thomas, Sean and Caitriona Nugent from Ballysaggart supporting the Waterford hurlers and their locals Stephen and Shane Bennett in Croke Park on Sunday last. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

All-Ireland Senior Hurling Semi-Final

Hurlers exit Championship with heads held high Kilkenny ………………1-21; Waterford …………….0-18. IN front of an attendance of over 41,000, Kilkenny advanced to yet another All Ireland final with a deserving 0-6 win over Waterford at Croke Park last Sunday afternoon. The Cats looked likely winners throughout against a young Deise side that performed on the big stage throughout and gave one of our better displays in games against Kilkenny over the years. Sunday was a real education for all concerned with Waterford hurling. It taught us what is required to succeed at the highest level and what stage we are currently at. During this very successful development year for the team during when they won ten out of twelve games, Derek McGrath’s charges enjoyed plenty time on the ball against most teams, a reasonable amount against Tipperary and precious little against Kilkenny last Sunday. From the beginning, Waterford were under constant pressure by a very strong and physical Cats fifteen, resulting in errors being made that ultimately cost us the game. Our usual passing type of play did not materialise as there wasn’t the opportunity to implement it and we were living off scraps for most of the time. We have progressed a lot in a short space of time because of the way the team is set up but against a side like Kilkenny it proved to be a bridge too far as we required more players up front and a different type of approach to really test their defence which had the forces to mop up the high ball. When we had the opportunity to work the sliotar

up the wings, it produced scores and eventually the County will have to play fifteen on fifteen if we are going to make the real breakthrough. The Kilkenny custodian Eoin Murphy had the sliotar pucked into him falling short on ten occasions and we didn’t have any goal threat over the seventy minutes of play. After conceding an early goal, Waterford, to their credit, did not fold and at halftime we trailed by just 1-9 to 0-10 with Maurice Shanahan, more than once, Austin Gleeson and Shane Bennett keeping us in touch with importantly timed scores. After the match, Kilkenny manager Brian Cody categorised Waterford as ‘’a serious team’’ and we showed this in the second moiety when thrice we reduced a Cats advantage of 0-5 to 0-3 at a time when they would normally pull clear and close out the game. This ultimately happened when we were eventually worn down. We trailed by just one puck of the sliotar in the 55th minute at 1-17 to 0-17 and the next score was always going to be vital entering the final phase of the contest. It came in the 59th minute from the hurley of Kilkenny’s corner forward Ger Alyward who struck four second half points when moved out the field, and it was followed by a brace of Richie Hogan scores. The winners outscored us by 0-4 to 0-1 in the final fifteen minutes as both sides tired and the scoring rate dropped, the result of an energy sapping encounter. Realistically, we went to Croke Park to give a

respectable performance and to prevent another humiliating defeat at the hands of the Noresiders and both ambitions were achieved by worthy representatives of Waterford hurling. Maurice Shanahan opened the scoring with a fine point from play in the second minute, following which our defence was fortunate when an Eoin Larkin ground stroke hit off Shane Fives’ leg to prevent a potential disastrous third minute goal. The game’s top scorer TJ Reid levelled matters from play before a foul on Colin Dunford was punished by Maurice Shanahan. Eoin Murphy’s puck out was fielded by Richie Hogan and he impressively dissected the posts for the first of his five match occasions. Austin Gleeson showed his class on the big stage with a sideline cut over the bar in the seventh minute, though it was Shane Bennet who last touched the ball going over the line. Kilkenny’s tactics and instructions from the line were obviously to go for early goals to unsettle a young Waterford team and this nearly happened on two occasions inside a minute. Credit the Waterford defence, though, they have been our strongest sector this year and a hook on Eoin Larkin kept the green flag unemployed in the ninth minute. Walter Walsh could have been awarded a tenth minute penalty when he was taken down by Stephen O’Keeffe but referee Brian Gavin judged differently. A T. J. Reid pointed free levelled the game for the third time in the twelve minutes of playand Derek McGrath’s charges were doing quite well as the

Waterford's Jamie Barron in action ahead of Kilkenny's Kieran Joyce during the All Ireland Semi[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Final in Croke Park.

game experienced a five minute barren scoring spell. When Kilkenny score goals they are usually well worked and decisive but T. J. Reid’s 17th minute one and the game’s only green flag could have been avoided as he held off the attention in the air of both Barry Coughlan and Tadhg De Burca to finish the ball well to the net past Stephen O’Keeffe. Normally, Kilkenny would drive on from here but, credit Maurice Shanahan, he converted a difficult 19th minute free to leave the score reading 1-3 to 0-4. The winners recorded their scores easier than the Deise team and Richie Hogan showed this on five occasions, the second one being in the 19th minute. Maurice Shanahan was the one Waterford player to keep his team in touch at this stage with some excellent striking of placed balls. He traded scores on two such occasions with T. J. Reid while Jamie Barron, Shane Fives and Tadhg Bourke all combined to send the Lismore clubman in for his second point from play in the 28th minute as the scoreboard read 1-6 to 0-7. Austin Gleeson can be an inspirational player and after terrific work by Barron and Shane Fives again and Darragh Fives to get the ball out of defence, his 32nd minute point off the hurley was a huge morale boost and it left just the minimum between the teams at 1-7 to 0-9. For the first time, Waterford looked to be in the game on equal terms and it was arguably their best period overall. This was further encouraged by Shane Bennett, who worked hard to score from play in the 35th minute between two T. J. Reid pointed frees and Waterford had survived the first half against their highly regarded opponents. Score: 1-9 to 0-10. Whether content to be so close to Kilkenny or not, Waterford were caught napping on the restart and following a bad Walter Walsh miss after just ten seconds, T. J. Reid and Ger Alyward set the trend for the second half with scores that pushed their team in front by 0-4 at 1-11 to 0-10 with 37 minutes played. This was another test for the Deise and on three separate second half occasions they passed. A difficult free was converted by Maurice Shanahan and, after a good run down the sideline and across the endline, team captain Kevin Moran squeezed the sliotar over the bar to leave the margin the same as it was at half-time on a score of 1-11 to 0-12 However, Waterford made

Waterford's Colin Dunford controls the sliotar against Kilkenny's Kieran Joyce during the All Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] too many mistakes overall in general play and two of these were punished after forty minutes by both T. J. Reid and Cillian Buckley while we were fortunate that Reid didn’t goal following a further botúin. A second Ger Alyward score gave Kilkenny their biggest game lead at 1-14 to 0-12 with forty four minutes played and the signs looked ominous for the Deise. Waterford needed someone to take on the mantle of leadership and it was Colligan’s Colin Dunford who did so as he thundered into the game. He scored four very good points in an eleven minute period which went a long way to keeping Kilkenny in close proximity entering the final phase of the game. Dunford first traded scores with Eoin Larkin and then following bad wides by both Richie Hogan and Ger Alyward, he pointed twice in quick concession to leave just one puck of the sliotar between the teams in the 51st minute at 1-15 to 0-15. Champions are so named for a reason and the Cats settled with scores by Richie Hogan and Michael Fennelly to test Waterford’s mettle for a third second half occasion. The Deise’s young charges again responded with points by Austin Gleeson and Colin Dunford and anyone watching this display by our team could not be but proud of them. They had responded on three second half occasions to a mightier force and they had indeed turned up at the highest level in Croke Park. The next score was always going to be vital and the trend of the contest indicated it would come from the winners and so it did. Ger

Alyward and Richie Hogan were causing problems throughout and despite Alyward missing a 56th minute goal chance the pair struck an unanswered evenly divided 0-4 between the 59th and the 65th minutes. Colin Dunford was unlucky with two further point scoring attempts but overall the team had emptied the tank at this stage and with an hour played Kilkenny’s name was on the Al-Ireland Final programme with the score reading 1-20 to 0-17. Waterford’s only score from the 55th minute to the final whistle was a Maurice Shanahan pointed free in the 66th minute but after such a performance Derek McGrath’s charges made the pre-match betting odds of Kilkenny 1/3 and Waterford 3/1 look off the mark. To perform on the big stage is the acid test and this was achieved by a team that included players who were hurling at underage and schools level just two years ago against seasoned campaigners who have been consistently successful. Last Sunday must be looked at optimistically and as the beginning of a new stage in Waterford hurling. Hopes of future progression have never been greater and exciting times lie ahead for the County. This may not be the time to individualise but the performances last Sunday of Maurice Shanahan’s 100% placed ball record, Jamie Barron i lar na pairce, Noelie Connors, Tadhg Bourke and Shane Fives in defence and Colin Dunford’s second half purple scoring patch were as good as we have witnessed on the green sward of Croke Park. Team management

have given new hope for Waterford hurling just seven months after we played our first Division 1B league game against Limerick. Well done to all concerned on the year’s hurling provided for followers of the game in the County. Kilkenny’s Top Three: T. J. Reid, Richie Hogan, Ger Alyward. Waterford’s Top Three: Jamie Barron, Tadhg Bourke, Maurice Shanahan. Observer’s Man of the Match: T. J. Reid. Number of Scorers: Kilkenny 6. Waterford 5. Scores from Play: Kilkenny 1-15. Waterford 0-10. Frees For: Kilkenny 10. Waterford 16. Wides: Kilkenny 9. Waterford 9. Possession: First Half: Kilkenny 51%. Waterford 49%. Second Half: Kilkenny 50% Waterford 50%. Score of the Match: Waterford’s 32nd minute point engineered by Jamie Barron, Shane and Darragh Fives and executed by Austin Gleeson. Scorers – Kilkenny: T. J. Reid 1-9 (6f), Richie Hogan 0-5, Ger Alyward 0-4, Cillian Buckley, Eoin Larkin and Michael Fennelly 0-1 each. Waterford: Maurice Shanahan 0-9 (6f, 1’65’), Colin Dunford 0-4, Austin Gleeson 0-3 (1 sideline), Kevin Moran and Shane Bennett 0-1 each. Kilkenny: E. Murphy; P. Murphy, J. Holden, S. Prendergast; P. Walsh, K. Joyce, C. Buckley; M. Fennelly, C. Fogarty; C. Fennelly, R. Hogan, W. Walsh; G. Aylward, T. J. Reid, E. Larkin. Sub. for Kilkenny: J. Power for W. Walsh (67). Waterford: S. O’Keeffe; S. Fives, B. Coughlan, N. Connors; P. Mahony, T. de Burca, A. Gleeson; J. Barron, K Moran; M. Walsh, C. Dunford, D. Fives; Shane Bennett, M. Shanahan, J. Barron. Subs for Waterford: P. Curran for J. Dillon (53); Stephen Bennett for Shane Bennett (57). Referee: B. Gavin (Offaly).

All-Ireland Senior Hurling Semi-Final

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were Helen Keating, Maggie Prendergast and Una Keating from Kilmacthomas and Ballinroad. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were the Cullinane family from Passage. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the Al-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were William and Catherine Scanlon with Paddy and Agnus O'Hanlon from Cappoquin. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland SemiFinal in Croke Park were Richie Hassett and Donacha Walsh from Bunmahon. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland SemiFinal in Croke Park were John Snr and John Jnr, Longan, Ballinameela. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were Patrick, Denis, Breda and Sean Drislane from Ballyduff Upper. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were Francis, [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Noreen, Stephen and Jim Barry from Dungarvan.

Supporting Waterford against Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were The Curran Family from Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

All-Ireland Senior Hurling Semi-Final

All-Ireland Semi-Final Post Match Comments Brian Cody “THE game obviously was tight for a long time. The first half was always a period where it’s serious stuff, kind of teasing each other out and all that. It was always going to be a huge battle and we went in at half-time two points up.“It wasn’t a bad situation for us. The game probably opened more for us in the second-half and we probably created a bit more. The goal in the first-half was crucial, but it was just a great game, I felt.” Four familiar weeks now stretch out before them. Whether it proves sufficient for Jackie Tyrrell to recover from the stress fracture in his ankle, or for Richie Power to finally return to the roster after his ongoing back issues, remains to be seen. “Jackie is seeing a specialist on Tuesday,” Cody explained. “We’ll know more then. Until then, he’s a waitand-see job. We’re all hopeful. There’s what? … four weeks until the final. Certainly we’re hoping he’ll be back in contention.“Richie has put in a huge amount of work. He’s working very hard and he is progressing. There’s club matches next weekend and we’re hoping Richie will be able to get back into training, but that remains to be seen.”

Sunday Game Analyst Donal O’Grady THE game panned out more or less as I expected. Waterford put in a spirited challenge and were never fully out of the game but Kilkenny’s class up front told in the second half. Waterford needed to score goals to win this game. But they failed to threaten Kilkenny keeper Eoin Murphy’s goal on any occasion and never looked likely to create a solid goal chance. The goal made a crucial difference as it provided a cushion for the champions and put them on the road to victory. Waterford fought back manfully but they never quite caught up. Little mistakes cost them in the second half as Kilkenny turned the screw. Waterford needed everything to go right for them and needed to keep mistakes to a minimum, particularly at the back, to have any chance of winning. Little mis-controls by defenders and lack of composure on occasions were punished by Kilkenny. Ten balls dropped into the hands of Eoin Murphy, who was able to advance and set up counter-attacks while the Déise hit nine wides. Three in the first half was acceptable but the six in the second half would have sapped morale as the game wore on. This was a learning process for Waterford. They would not have come up, before now, against the speed and level of harassment that is employed by the Kilkenny forwards. Waterford like to build from the back with accurate hand or stick passes to loose players. This was the first time this season that the man in possession or the support players found it difficult to execute this part of their game. There was constant pressure from in front and behind as Kilkenny forwards went into defensive mode. Kilkenny had 51 percent possession in the first half while the possession stat was equal in the second. Kilkenny used the ball well from the back, particularly out the left side where Cillian Buckley moved a lot of ball. Kilkenny play like champions. They do enough and have enough experience to get the necessary scores at the correct times. Challengers are snuffed out by degrees rather than by a blitz. The Cats created 38 scoring chances, taking 22, to Waterford’s 31. They had nine wides, some of the poor variety that no doubt will be worked on for the final. What of Waterford? No doubt manager Derek McGrath will be asked if his year was successful. The answer will depend on his criteria for success at present. They had a year where they would have learned from some opponents but none more than yesterday’s. Playing against the masters in Croke Park, a lot will have been learned. How they apply that learning may determine whether they achieve real success in the next few years.

Derek McGrath AFTER their defeat to Kilkenny in the All-Ireland semi-final, Waterford hurling manager Derek McGrath was at pains to point out that his side will have to keep improving if they are to challenge again for honours in 2016. McGrath's thoughts came after the 1-21 to 0-18 defeat to Kilkenny at Croke Park in what was only their second loss of the year in competitive action. “The perception is that we have a very young squad and we’ll be back next year. There are no guarantees in hurling and you’ll have a hungry Clare, Cork, Limerick and

Wexford back next year. We built up a bit of momentum throughout the season but we'll have to re-group now and start preparing the long road ahead" McGrath felt his charges gave an "absolute effort" against the Cats - opposition he claimed that were "deserving winners" on the day.“Kilkenny were the better team and are a little bit further down the road than us in terms of experience and hurling and were deserving winners," he added."People say we tired towards the end, but that has as much to do with the sustainability of the effort that is required to stay with Kilkenny." "I think Limerick were probably in a dressing room this time last year, saying 'we'll be back this time next year'. We had 14 under-21s in the squad this year I think next year will actually be more difficult for Waterford "I don't think in year one we achieved anything in my management anyway under my tutelage. In year two, we made big decisions at the start of the year but look we're hugely disappointed. We were in Clontarf Castle before the game and we just felt we had a right chance. We felt that our game could trouble Kilkenny but we never really got our game going freely."

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Eight year old Oisin Power, from Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, who was an Etihad Flagbearer at the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi-Final between Kilkenny v Waterford at Croke Park on Sunday last. [Ray McManus / SPORTSFILE]

"It’s very difficult to put your emotions into a few sentences but ultimately we’re very disappointed. We came up here with the intention of winning and unfortunately it wasn’t to be today.": “Over the course of the year we’ve built a spirit. Derek has given the team a bit of responsibility ourselves to push on and be successful and we’re very grateful for that.” “They really showed their experience. Kilkenny are the ultimate and it was fantastic for us to pitch ourselves up against the best. Half-time came quick enough for us and probably not at the right time, I think we were getting our purple patch and were kind of unfortunate the whistle blew.” “Ultimately they won by six points in the end. It is back to the drawing board and we’ve to get back in and regroup fairly soon. Trying to get more silverware is the ultimate goal for us when we get back on the field, whenever that may be.”

Paul Murphy PAUL Murphy ended up playing as a free man in the Kilkenny defence as they beat Waterford to claim a place in the All-Ireland hurling final and reckons the teams' goal threats were cancelled out as a result. Murphy was named to play in the half-back line for Kilkenny but when his marker left the attacking end of the pitch, he ended up as a loose man. Had Kilkenny strategised to counter Waterford’s tactics? According to the Danesfort man, the Kilkenny defence simply adapted to what was in front of them. Murphy said: “We didn’t really plan for the way Waterford were going to play today, we just went out and saw whatever way it was going to work out. We had one free man today, I kind of played in it a lot, it worked out for us.” Kilkenny had no plan to make any particular player into their sweeper. "We said that if your player moves out and you’re the spare man, just go with it. I think Colin Dunford went out for a small bit so I ended up the free man for the first few minutes, and we just left it that way. We had a good system going, the backs were talking, the keeper was talking. We just left it that way through the match." Waterford’s decision to play with an extra man in defence resulted in the team’s largely cancelling out the goal threat, with Waterford having no notable chances to score a three-pointer. "When there is one defender playing loose it makes it harder for the full-forward line to get a goal. Waterford used it very well but it worked for us as well and we cancelled out the goals that way."

Faces in the Crowd at Croke Park.

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Faces in the Crowd at Croke Park.

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Faces in the Crowd at Croke Park.

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Richie Hogan KILKENNY’S five pointer Richie Hogan felt it was important not to let the Déise get in front during the game. “We were very conscious not to let Waterford get their noses in front because we knew we mightn’t be able to peg it back," he said "They are a young team with lots of confidence. The goal was a big help to us. It gave us a bit of confidence and we didn’t turn back from there. Kilkenny are masters of catching the high ball and it's just one of those basic things that can help to drive a team on.“Catching the ball is something that you learn when you’re twelve years old. It’s the simple things that help the most – catching, striking and a good first touch."

Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Semi-Final

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Ballinameela survives strong Ballinacourty second half challenge Ballinameela …………2-8; Ballinacourty ………..0-11. AT the end of a hard fought championship encounter at the Fraher Field last Friday evening, both tired sets of players and their mentors trouped off the field with different senses of emotions. The winners were relieved to win a game that they could have lost and the losers were frustrated to lose a game that they could have won. This semi-final was forecasted to be a close run affair and Ballinacourty ensured this in a second half that they won by 0-7 to 0-2 after trailing at the short whistle by 2-6 to 04. Opportune goals by Micheal Shine in the 14th minute and by Jim Curran on the call of half time propelled the winners into the driving seat, aided by a tally of six wides from scoreable situations by their opposition, which came back to haunt them at the end of the game. Ballinameela were dominating in the air and on the breaking ball in the first moiety but they tired after the interval and not enough of their players were working hard enough to stem the Ballinacourty tide of attack after attack, which should have yielded them at least a replay from this game. Though defeated, Courty’s second team has shown a further improvement this year at this level and the only

sides that can handle them in recent times are those that have immediately been relegated from the Senior championship. The present indications are that they will make the breakthrough to winning this championship and it will be well deserved. Ballinameela will be happy with their first half showing and at times they looked very formidable. Their two goals were expertly finished under pressure on each occasion and the second one in particular was vital to them in advancing to the final. Both sides had their homework done for this eagerly anticipated game and they fielded their strongest teams as much as possible. At the end of the day, Ballinameela’s experience in the Senior championship stood to them at the death but their fitness is questionable ahead of the Divisional decider. Ballinacourty lined out with around half a dozen players who won County Senior medals on the field of play. The winners employed corner forward Shane Flavin as an extra player out the field and this worked very well while the return of David Phelan from abroad and the contribution of 0-5 from play by Man of the Match Brendan Phelan were crucial to their team’s progression to the final. Though of little consolation to them, Ballinacourty can hold their heads high and

their second half comeback was a credit to them. Their finish to the game was particularly impressive and they held the winners to just 0-2 from Brendan Phelan, his final score being in the 48th minute. ‘Courty’s final four points were registered by Mark Gorman and one felt if he was fed more of the ball and put on free taking duty earlier, the result here would have been different. There was some outstanding displays by players from both teams with Brendan Phelan and Jim Curran (first half) leading the way for the winners while Conor McCarthy and Patrick Lynch were in the engine room of ‘Courty’s challenge throughout. The latter team’s second half substitutions also impressed but the ultimate difference was that Ballinameela took the two goal scoring opportunities that came their way and Ballinacourty didn’t. There was a surprisingly small attendance at the Shandon venue for the game which ended in near darkness after being changed from its original starting time to 8 pm. The score was level twice by the 7th minute with Tom Curran and Conor McCarthy and then Brendan Phelan and Michael Maher each trading white flags. Ballinameela kicked three scoreable wides before David Phelan pointed in the

12th minute and then Micheal Shine, after a brilliant first save by Kevin Dwane, squeezed the size 5 into the country end goal from an acute angle. David Looby kept ‘Courty in touch with a 17th minute score, 1-3 to 0-3 before Ballinameela, led by Jim Curran, constantly winning good possession, and the accuracy of Brendan Phelan, stretched their advantage. Midfielder Lorcan Looby placed David Phelan for his second point in the 23rd minute and Tom Curran and Micheal Shine placed Brendan Phelan for the best worked score of the match and a lead of 1-5 to 0-3 for the winners. Credit Ballinacourty, they responded with a Mark Gorman 25th minute point during Ballinameela’s best spell over the hour, highlighted by Brendan Phelan kicking his third point from play on receipt of a quick delivery by Micheal Shine from a placed ball. The last two minutes of the half were game defining with Ballinameela custodian James McGrath saving a point blank goal effort from Ross Dunford while at the other end a posse of ‘Courty defenders were chasing Jim Curran who, with little room to even swing his leg, expertly finished the ball to the top corner of the net. This gave the winners a 0-8 half-time

Ballinameela team who defeated Ballinacouty in the Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football semi-final.

Ballinacourty team who lost to Ballinameela in the Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football semi-final.

Intermediate Football semi-final. Referee Tommy O’Sullivan pictured with team captains Kevin Phelan (Ballinameela) and Jason O’Brien (Ballinacourty). advantage of 2-6 to 0-4 and as later events proved, everyone of these points were required to get the winners over the line. Ballinacourty introduced John Power and Neil Montgomery for a wind free second half that they dominated from start to finish. Ross Dunford set the trend with a score after just 18 seconds from a John Power pass and, then, after five minutes of a keen battle, Michael Maher had a second opportunity for ‘Courty to raise a green flag. The winners being

under the cosh, Tom Curran placed Brendan Phelan for a vital 37th minute point before Ballinacourty’s Conor McCarthy kicked a contender for score of the match, 2-7 to 0-6. A third ‘Courty substitute Nicky Dee dissected the posts in the 46th minute before Ballinameela’s final score of the hour was scored yet again by Brendan Phelan in the 48th minute. The winners two first half goals was money in the bank at this stage as ‘Courty raided the Ballinameela half of the field

time and time again. Their dominance at this stage was indicated in winning twelve second half frees compared to five for the winners. Mark Gorman was the key figure at this stage and the final four points (2f) of the game all came from his right boot. He scored between the 51st and the 61st minutes but James McGrath’s goal remained intact and, this, at the end of the day secured Ballinameela’s passage into the Western Final. Ballinameela’s Top Three: Brendan Phelan, Jim Curran, Shane Flavin. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Conor McCarthy, Mark Gorman, Patrick Lynch. Observer’s Man of the Match: Brendan Phelan. Number of Scorers: Ballinameela 5. Ballinacourty 6. Scores from Play: Ballinameela 2-8. Ballinacourty 0-8. Frees For: Ballinacourty 9. Ballinameela 19. Wides: Ballinameela 6. Ballinacourty 9. Score of the Match: Ballinameela’s 24th minute point, engineered by Tom Curran and Micheal Shine and executed by Brendan Phelan. Scorers – Ballinameela: Brendan Phelan 0-5, Micheal Shine and Jim Curran 1-0 each, David Phelan 0-2, Tom Curran 0-1. Ballinacourty: Mark Gorman 0-5 (2f). Gavin McCarthy 0-2, Michael Maher, David Looby (f), Ross Dunford and Nicky Dee 0-1 each. Ballinameela: James McGrath; Kealan Looby, Colin Walsh, Jason McGrath; John Harrington, Kevin Phelan, Stephen McGrath; Lorcan Looby, Brian Phelan; Tom Curran, David Phelan, Micheal Shine; Brendan Phelan, Jim Curran, Shane Flavin. Subs: Micheal Culloo, James Shine, Cian Culloo, Rob Shine. Ballinacourty: Kevin Dwane; Maurice Power, Martin Lavan, Gavin Breen; Patrick Lynch, Ronan Sheehan, Colm Kindregan; Michael Maher, Laurence Hurney; Ross Dunford, Jason O’Brien, Conor McCarthy; David Looby, Evan Collins, Mark Gorman. Subs: John Power, Neil Montgomery, Nicky Dee, Eoin Enright, Jamie Ryan. Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Championship Football Semi-Final

Improved Geraldines sets up local derby Western Final Geraldines ……………0-9; Ballyduff ………………0-4. AFTER a quite enough and wasteful first half by the winners in the second Western Intermediate Football Semi Final at the Fraher Field last weekend, Geraldines produced their best type of football to qualify for the Divisional Final against local rivals Ballinameela and their fellow St. Olivers players. The second half was the first time since they played Ballinameela in their opening game that the Gers produced their team running intense type of game to which Ballyduff had no answer. Playing with the wind, Geraldines kicked a tally of ten first half wides to hold just a 0-3 advantage at the short whistle of 0-4 to 0-1. The standard overall was mediocre but the fitness levels of the winners in contrast to Ballinameela’s will give them a 50/50 chance of winning the title this year. Ballyduff didn’t perform on the night and they had only 0-2 on the board with 51 minutes played. The introduction of Ed. Donovan in the 40th minute was a successful move by the Geraldines’ selectors while the increased work rate of such as Johnny Healy, Matty O’Brien Aidan Dwyer and Stephen Kennefick reignited their early season form and they won the last twenty minutes by 0-5 to 0-2. Wing back Johnny Healy in particular was outstanding in defence and in surging forward and his points in the 46th and 51st minutes were crucial in securing the initiative for the winners. Ballyduff will be disappointed with the way they exited the championship, having beaten the two finalists already and raising just four white flags in this game but now they will have to knuckle down to retaining their Senior hurling status for 2016. Despite this defeat, they provided some of the game’s better players in centre back Michael Kearney, Seamus Hannon, Bart Kearney, Jamie Kearney and Shane Hannon, while they were short the services of the listed at midfield Stephen Molumphy. Playing against the wind, Ballyduff employed Cian Leamy as an extra player out the field and it seemed to be working as they trailed by just 0-2 after 29 minutes and by 0-3 on the call of half-time thanks to a Ger O’Donovan 30th minute pointed free. The match, however, could have been over as a contest half way through but for a high tally of ten wides and a save by Ballyduff’s keeper Eoin Scanlon from Liam O’Connell after he had batted the size 5 out to the Geraldines corner forward.

After the throw-in to start the match, there was no score for all of eleven minutes and no score from play until the 16th minute. The Gers Aidan Dwyer was first to work the scoreboard with a pointed free and Ballyduff’s full forward Seamus Hannon levelled matters with a left legged effort over the country end crossbar five minutes later. Two points inside a minute by Dwyer (f) and lively wing forward Steven Kennefick gave the winners a permanent lead but their mounting tally of wides prevented them from being out of sight at the break. Both freetakers were off target in the final minutes of the half before Ger O’Donovan’s first attempt at a placed ball left the scoreboard reading 0-4 to 0-1 as the players entered the dressing rooms. Ballyduff introduced John Twomey and Andrew Casey for the second moiety and Seamus Hannon kicked his own and his team’s second point in the 32nd minute. Despite playing with the wind, Ballyduff were not to score again for all of twenty minutes and it was their turn to be wasteful in front of the posts with seven wides of their own. The introduction of Ed Donovan in the 40th minute had a bearing on the outcome and he was on the list of scorers within two minutes, courtesy of a pass from Steven Kennefick. The Geraldines workrate increased dramatically in the final quarter, demonstrated by full forward Eamonn Mernin, who came outfield to over turn a ball and his pass to Johnny Healy resulted in another Geraldines score and a 46th minute lead of 0-6 to 0-2. Corner forward Liam O’Connell was also working hard and when Ed Donovan fielded a high ball under pressure, he offloaded to O’Connell who stretched the winner’s lead further. Man of the Match Johnny Healy covered every blade of grass at this stage and he made himself available for another pass from Ed Donovan in the 51st minute to score again, 0-8 to 0-2. This passage of play in the game by Geraldines since the introduction of Donovan was the nearest we have seen since their first round game against Ballinameela and perhaps, they are hitting form again at the right time. Credit Ballyduff, they didn’t fall away completely and scores by Bart Kearney and Mikey Kearney (f) reduced the deficit to 0-8 to 0-4 with five minutes remaining. However, Aidan Dwyer had also come into his own in the final quarter and he was rewarded with a 57th minute point from play which also

proved to be the final score of the match. Overall, the Geraldines might not have been consistently impressive but they have set up a mouth watering Divisional final, which is one followers of this championship will have already written into their diary. Geraldines Top Three: Johnny Healy, Matty O’Brien, Aidan Dwyer. Ballyduff’s Top Three: Michael Kearney, Shane Hannon, Shane Kearney. Observer’s Man of the Match: Johnny Healy. Number of Scorers: Geraldines: 6. Ballyduff: 3. Scores from Play: Geraldines 0-6. Ballyduff 0-3. Frees For: Geraldines 14. Ballyduff 19. Wides: Geraldines 14. Ballyduff 10. Score of the Match: Geraldines 46th minute point engineered by Eamonn Mernin and executed by Johnny Healy. Scorers – Geraldines: Aidan Dwyer 0-3 (2f), Johnny

Healy 0-2, Ger O’Donovan 0-1f, Steven Kennefick, Ed Donovan, and Liam O’Connell 0-1 each. Ballydiff: Seamus Hannon 0-2, Brian Kearney 0-1, Michael Kearney 0-1f. Geraldines: Shane Lambden; Steven Keane, Steven Fitzgerald, Ricky Fitzgerald; Johnny Healy, Jerome Maher, Jamie Landers; Ray Connery, Matty O’Brien; Ger O’Donovan, Aidan Dwyer, Steven Kennefick; Liam O’Connell, Eamonn Mernin, Mark Lynch. Sub: Ed Donovan (40). Ballyduff: Eoin Scanlon; Tommy Feeney, Shane Kearney, Maurice McNamara; Jamie Hannon, Michael Kearney, Shane Hannon; Brian Hannon, Seamus Hannon; Oisin Hickey, Mikey Kearney, Eoin O’Brien; Cian Leamy, Jamie Kearney, Kevin Casey. Subs: John Twomey and Andrew Casey (both halftime), Kieran Hayes (59). Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty).

Intermediate Football semi-final. Referee Timmy Organ pictured with captains Matty O’Brien (Geraldines) and Kevin Casey (Ballyduff).

Geraldines team who defeated Ballyduff in the Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football semi-final.

Ballyduff team who lost to Geraldines in the Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football semi-final.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August 2015

JJ Kavanagh and Sons Minor Hurling Championship Division 2

Mike Kearns leads St. Pat’s to second Championship win St. Pat’s ……………… 1-13; Mt. Sion ……………….. 1-9. THIS deferred Round 3 Division 2 game was played in Colligan last Wednesday evening and it resulted in a crucial win for the home team as regards their championship ambitions this year. Mike Kearns was the star of the show for the winners with a tally of 1-8 to his credit. His first half goal was very important as it kept his team in touch with a dominant City team that led at the break by 0-8 to 1-4. Kearns scored 1-2 in the first period of time with John Carroll and Jack Skehan also dissecting the posts. Mount

Sion had five different first half scorers in Mikey Daykin, Evan McGrath, Johnny Flynn, Ben Sinnott and Andrew Doherty to lead by the minimum at the short whistle. Mike Kearns dominated the scoreboard on the restart with 0-6 (3f) and further points by Jason Dunford (2) and Nicky O’Donovan settled this very enjoyable encounter. Mount Sion senior club player Mikey Daykin raised his team’s second half green flag but their only other score in this moiety was Evan McGrath’s third score of the hour. St. Pats: Cian O’Byrne;

Keith Hickey, Bryan Fraher, Gearoid Hallinan; Jason Dunford, Dan Booth, Gary Power; Mike Kearns, Gavin Dalton; Cillian Tobin, Nicky O’Donovan, John Carroll; Darragh Tobin, Jack Skehan, Kieran Tobin. Sub: Reece Stringer. Mt. Sion: Eoghan Browne; Charlie Costello, Conor Quinn Tommy McGrath; Louie Ray Halligan, Kaylem Kennedy, James Ogundare; Mikey Daykin, Ben Flanagan; Ben Sinnott, Andrew Doherty, Evan McGrath; Dylan Sheridan, Johnny Flynn, Ivan Sinnott. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Waterford GAA Results J J Kavanagh & Sons Junior Football Senior Attached Knockout: The Nire 3-9; Stradbally 1-11 J J Kavanagh & Sons Minor Hurling Division 2: St Patrick's 1-14 Mt. Sion 1-9 Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship KO: Ballinameela 2-8; Ballinacourty 0-11 Geraldines 0-9; Ballyduff Upper 0-4 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 1: Clonea 0-15; Dunhill 1-11 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs East Junior A Hurling Championship: Ballyduff Lower 1-21; Clonea 2-14 Bunmahon 1-18; Passage 2-12 John J. Murphy Eastern Junior B Hurling Championship: Dunhill 5-13; Ferrybank 1-7 Portlaw 2-20; St Molleran's 1-4 Butlerstown 5-12; Ferrybank 5-8 Dunhill 1-24; St Molleran's 1-3 John J. Murphy Eastern Junior Football Championship: Roanmore 3-14 Kill 1-4 The Morrissey Family Western Under 21 (B) Hurling Championship: Brickey Rangers 3-17; An Ghaeltacht 1-12 County U16 Hurling Division 1 Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch: Mt. Sion 1-13 Ballygunner 0-11 De La Salle 9-16; Tramore 1-3 Dungarvan 2-16; Abbeyside 2-13 County U16 Hurling Division 2 Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch: Roanmore 2-6; St Patrick's 0-10 County U16 Hurling Division 3a Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin

Branch: Sacred Heart 3-6; St Oliver's 1-5 Ballyduff Upper 3-10; Ballyduff Lower 1-6 County U16 Hurling Division 3b Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch: Cappoquin 4-12; St. Marys Juvenile 1-7 St Molleran's W/O Stradbally Fourmilewater W/O An Ghaeltacht County U14 Hurling Division 2 Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch: An Ghaeltacht 7-10; Portlaw 2-12 County U14 Hurling Division 3 Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch: St Mary's Juvenile 3-9; Cappoquin 2-5 East U11 Gaelic Football Division 2: Ferrybank 4-3; Rathgormack 3-3 East U13 Hurling Division 3: Ballyduff Lower 10-4; St Saviours 0-1 East U14 Hurling Division 1 Knockout: Ballygunner 5-5; Passage 1-13 Ballygunner 3-4; Roanmore 1-8 East U14 Hurling Division 2 Knockout: Clonea 2-5; De La Salle 2-4 East U14 Hurling Division 3 Knockout: Sacred Heart 5-12; Ferrybank 1-4 Portlaw 5-10; Scared Heart 3-7 Lawlors Hotel West Junior Football Premier Championship KO: Shamrocks 3-7; Affane 2-8 Town & Country U12 Gaelic Football Division 1 Ger Wyley Sports: Naomh Brid 1-2; Ballinacourty 1-1 West U14 Hurling Knockout Div 2 & 3: St Oliver's 4-7; St Patrick's 3-4 Dungarvan 4-15; Cappoquin 2-8 Dungarvan 6-17; St Oliver's 1-4 Fourmilewater 3-11; Ballyduff Upper 3-8 West U14 Hurling Knockout Division 1: Brickey Rangers 4-8; Abbeyside 2-8

Western GAA Results & Fixtures RESULTS Radley Engineering Intermediate Football SemiFinals: Ballinameela 2-8; Ballinacourty 0-11 Geraldines 0-9; Ballyduff 04 Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier QuarterFinal: Shamrocks 3-7; Affane 2-8 Morrissey Family U21 B Hurling Semi-Final: Brickey Rangers 3-16; An

Gaeltacht 1-12 FIXTURES Wednesday, 12th August Local Bar Junior Hurling B: Brickey Rangers V Modeligo at Bushy Park 7 pm Friday, 14th August Lawlors Hotel Junior football Intermediate Attached Semi-Final: Ballinacourty V Geraldines at Bushy Park 7 pm Saturday, 15th August Lawlors Hotel Junior

football Premier QuarterFinal: Tallow V An Sean Phobal at Bushy Park 7 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior football Intermediate Attached Semi-Final: Ballysaggart V Kilgobinet at Lismore 7 pm Local Bar Junior A Hurling: Colligan V Ballyduff at Clashmore 7 pm St. Mary’s V Dungarvan at Colligan 7 pm

Referee Thomas Walsh pictured with under 21 hurling captains Lucás Ó Cuirrín (An Ghaeltacht) and Jamie Kiely (Brickeys).

THE MORRISSEY FAMILY UNDER 21’B’ WESTERN HURLING SEMI-FINAL

Curran leads Brickeys to Western Final Brickeys ………………3-17; An Ghaeltacht ………. 1-12. IF Cormac Curran wasn’t playing in this Western semifinal of the under 21’B’ Hurling championship at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening, in all probability An Ghaeltacht would be the team preparing for the Divisional decider. Credit where credit is due and Curran virtually won this game on his own with a scoring tally of 2-13 and an involvement in another 1-1, a first half goal by his younger brother Cathal and a point by Conor Morrissey. The AllIreland Minor medal winner’s strength in the tackle and his accuracy from play surfaced at the end of the first quarter when An Ghaeltacht deservingly led by 0-5 to 0-0 and he went on to dominate proceedings for the rest of the hour. Brickeys centre back Shane Nugent marshalled his defence well with such as Jordan Whelan Veale, Kevin McCarthy and Carthach Barry also hurling well. Cormac O’Grady and Cathal Curran formed a hard working and effective midfield pairing while up front the Houlihan twins’ driving runs constantly upset the An Ghaeltacht defence. Despite losing out here, An Ghaeltacht supplied the second best player on the field in Fearghal O Cuirrin, who finished with a tally of 1-4 from play. He looked the part throughout and he was best supported by Oisin Mac Siomoin, Conor O Cuirrin, Seanai Mac Craith and Darrach O Cathasaigh. An Ghaeltacht won the toss and decided to play with the strong wind, which was a good decision as they led by

0-5 to 0-0 after 15 minutes. Seanai Mac Craith recorded 0-3 (2f), while Fearghal O Cuirrin opened the scoring and their other point came from captain Lucas O Cuirrin. An Ghaeltacht’s full back Christy Breathnach played very well on Cormac Curran in the first quarter but the Brickey player wouldn’t go away and he thundered into the game soon after. He scored Brickeys first point in the 16th minute and then he immediately combined with his brother Cathal to send the younger Curran in for a well taken goal, 0-5 to 1-1. Martin Houlihan gave Conor Morrissey a similar opportunity in the 20th minute but it was the outstanding Fearghal O Cuirrin who struck for the next score to keep An Ghaeltacht ahead. The teams were level for the first time after 24 minutes when Shane Nugent placed Cormac Curran for his second point and the same player followed up with a white flag from a placed ball, 0-6 to 1-3. Playing with the strong wind, An Ghaeltacht’s goose looked plucked at this stage but a superb run and finish by Fearghal O Cuirrin into the town end goal restored his team’s lead at 1-6 to 1-3 after 25 minutes. However, Cormac Curran’s impact was increasing and he dissected the posts three times from play in the remainder of the half with a singular similar reply from Fearghal O Cuirrin to leave his team just 0-1 in arrears at the short whistle at 1-7 to 1-6. The winner’s usage of the wind on the restart was immediate and they struck the next eight scores of the game in a fourteen minute

period. Cormac Curran recorded six of these including a 36th minute goal after good play by Jordan Whelan Veale and Shane Nugent. He also hit the score o the Match from the stand side on receipt of a pass from Carthach Barry and he imitated this feat from the other side of the field one minute later. The first non Curran to score for the Brickeys was Cormac O’Grady with a fine long distance effort in the 39th minute after which custodian and team captain Jamie Kiely effected a very good stop from An Ghaeltacht’s hard working uimhir 11 Conor O Cuirrin. A 44th minute Conor Morrissey point gave the Brickeys a clear 2-13 to 1-7 advantage but credit An Ghaeltacht, they battled on and by the 53rd minute, they had reduced this 0-9 deficit to 2-15 to 1-11. Three pointed frees by Seanai Mac Craith and a point from play by Fearghal O Cuirrin was the reason for this with Cormac Curran, again, keeping the scoreboard ticking for the winners. This difference in scoring remained until the 55th minute after further white flags by Fearghal O Ceallaigh and Cathal Curran before Conor Morrissey recorded his second score with three minutes to go. The final action came on the call of full time when a speculative lob by Cian O’Halloran was finished to the town end goal by Cormac Curran to finish an outstanding individual performance for him and send the Brickeys forward to the Western Final. Brickeys Top Three: Cormac Curran, Shane Nugent, Kevin McCarthy.

An Ghaeltacht’s Top Three: Fearghal O Cuirrin, Conor O Cuirrin, Darach O Cathasaigh. Observer’s Man of the Match: Cormac Curran. Number of Scorers: Brickeys 4. An Ghaeltacht : 4. Scores from Play: Brickeys 3-14. An Ghaeltacht 1-7. Frees For: Brickeys 6. An Ghaeltacht 9. Wides: Brickeys 12. An Ghaeltacht 4. Score of the Match: Brickeys 37th minute point, engineered by Carthach Barry and executed by Cormac Curran. Scorers – Brickeys: Cormac Curran 2-13 (3f), Cathal Curran 1-1, Conor Morrissey 0-2, Cormac O’Grady 0-1. An Ghaeltacht: Fearghal O Cuirrin 1-4, Seanai Mac Craith 0-6 (4f, 1 ‘65’), Lucas O Cuirrin agus Fearghal O Ceallaigh 0-1 an duine. Brickeys: Jamie Kiely; Darragh O’Grady, Kevin McCarthy, Ryan O’Neill; Jordan Whelan Veale, Shane Nugent, Carthach Barry; Cormac O’Grady, Cathal Curran; Mike O’Dwyer, Martin Houlihan, Conor Morrissey; Cian O’Halloran, Cormac Curran, Paul Whelan. Sub: Laurence Houlihan. An Ghaeltacht: Nioclas O Conduin; Brian De Baruin, Christy Breathnach, Conor Mac Diarmada; Cormac Mac Murchu, Darrach O Cathasaigh, Oisin Mac Siomoin; Fearghal O Ceallaigh, Lucas O Cuirrin; Fearghal O Cuirrin; Conor O Cuirrin, Dylan Toibin; Diarmuid O Cuirrin, Seanai Mac Craith, Bryan Frinnseach. Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

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Gaelic Jottings A good year’s hurling

Deise Race Evening

MANY Waterford followers were hoping for a respectable performance from their favourites in Croke Park last Sunday and also that we would not be at the wrong end of another humiliating defeat against the Cats. Well, both these hopes were realised by a new Deise team that gave one of the County’s best displays against Kilkenny over the years. The players emptied the tank against their more illustrious opponents and with 55 minutes played, we were just one puck of the ball behind at 1-17 to 0-17. We scored 0-1 in the final fifteen minutes but the winners also knew they had been seriously challenged and they were confined to 0-4 during the same period. The Cats usually score goals for fun against us but our superb defenders restricted them to just one green flag this time round. Just two short years ago, some of the Waterford team were playing schools’ and under age club hurling and when this is taken into account, Sunday’s performance against a seasoned opposition was nothing less than superb. 2015 has been a very good year for Waterford on the Inter-County scene with promotion from Division 1B, a National League title, an appearance in both a Munster Final and an All-Ireland Semi-Final and by any standards in any County, this is an impressive C.V. Much progress has been made and, no doubt, lessons learned, and the team management and players deserve all our thanks for giving Waterford Gaels a good year of hurling at Inter County level in 2015.

THIS important and valuable fundraiser, the Deise Race Evening takes place at Tramore Racecourse on this Thursday, August 13th and it is a great opportunity to meet some of the Waterford Senior players and management. Admission is just €15 for adults and children are free and if you buy your ticket before and all proceeds will go straight to the County Training Fund so this is a worthy cause indeed.

Senior Football and Hurling Championships THE CCCC met on Monday night last to consider fixtures over the coming weeks and the following is the result of that meeting. Next Weekend: 14th to 16th August: Senior Football Back Games: Friday 14th - Stradbally V An Rinn Fraher Field - throw in 7.30 pm - Ref: T. O'Sullivan. Saturday 15th - Clashmore Kinsalebeg V Ardmore - Fraher Field Throw in 4 pm - Ref: Martin Curran. Saturday 15th - Ballinacourty V Nire Fraher Field - Throw in 5.30 pm - Ref: Alan Kissane. Saturday 15th - De La salle V Rathgormack - St. Mollerns - Throw-in 7.30 pm - Ref: Des O'Leary. Senior Football - Round 4 Group One: Rathgormack V Nire - Friday 21st. Ardmore V Ballinacourty - Sat. 22nd. De La Salle V Clashmore Kinsalebeg - Sat. 22nd Group Two: St. Saviours v Stradbally - Sat. 22nd. Brickey Rangers V An Rinn - Sun. 23rd. Kilrossanty V Gaultier - Fri. 21st. The Senior Hurling Championship will re-commence on the weekend of 28th/ 30th August with Round 4. Round 5 will be played on weekend of 12th/13th September.The Quarter final will be on w/e 18th to 20th Sept. The semi-final will be on w/e 26th/27th Sept and the County Final will now be on Sunday 11th October (one week later than shown on the Fixtures planner). The Senior Football Championship will re-commence in mid-September as teams are knocked out of the Hurling Championship.

Domestic season in full swing FOLLOWING Waterford’s exit at the penultimate stage from the All Ireland Senior Hurling Championship in Croke Park last Sunday, it’s all systems go on the club scene from now on. The indications are that the first two weekends will feature Senior Football Championship games and that the Senior Hurling Championship will recommence with a series of Round 4 matches the following weekend, August 28th /30th.

Senior Football Championship THIS Saturday Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg will be fancied to beat Ardmore in a Group 1 game but as this is a local derby game, the issue may be much closer than expected. In the same Group, Rathgormack should get the better of De La Salle in Carrigbeg while the Nire v Ballinacourty match will double up as the Phelan Cup final for 2015. Although Nire contested the Munster Club Final last year, Ballinacourty have been the form team so far and any result other than a win for the local team will be regarded as a big surprise. The final Senior football game of the weekend should result in a win for Packo Curran’s Stradbally over An Rinn, especially if the Gaeltacht’s team Summer emigrants to America are not yet returned for this Group 2 game.

Western Board Fixtures Wednesday, 12th August Local Bar Junior Hurling B: Brickey Rangers V Modeligo at Bushy Park 7 pm Friday, 14th August Lawlors Hotel Junior Football: Intermediate Attached Semi-Final: Ballinacourty V Geraldines at Bushy Park 7 pm Saturday, 15th August Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier Quarter-Final: Tallow V An Sean Phobal at Bushy Park 7 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior football Intermediate Attached Semi-Final: Ballysaggart V Kilgobinet at Lismore 7 pm Local Bar Junior A Hurling: Colligan V Ballyduff at Clashmore 7 pm St. Mary’s V Dungarvan at Colligan 7 pm The Western Board is certainly making serious progress with their championship calendar and this continues this weekend with a number of knockout games and the tail end of the Junior ‘A’ Hurling Group stages. In the two Junior Football, Senior Attached Semi-Finals, Ballinacourty should defeat Geraldines while despite

losing last time out to Kilgobinet, Ballysaggart, with Stephen and Shane Bennett back on board, can turn the tables this time round on the same opposition. Shamrocks are already in the Premier Junior Football Semi-Final and Tallow should be there with them come Saturday evening after they have played reigning champions Sean Phobail. The Gaeltacht team have lost too many of last year’s team for different reasons and a win here for them would be a surprise. There are two games in Group 2 of the Junior ‘A’ Hurling championship and St. Marys should have it all their own way against Dungarvan’s second fifteen while the Colligan v Ballyduff encounter may be closer but last year’s finalists should be too strong overall for the Reds. The first Western Board game of the week will be played in Bushy Park this Wednesday evening when the home team will be favourites to account for Modeligo’s second string in the Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship.

Junior Football County Final NIRE and Clashmore/Kinsalebeg will play out the County Junior Football, Senior Attached Final at the Colligan venue this Friday evening at 7 pm. Clashmore were surprise winners over Rathgormack in Bushy Park last weekend and the Nire will be the favourites to win one of the first Adult County titles of the year.

County Minor Hurling Championship ROUND 4 of the JJ Kavanagh and Sons Minor Hurling Championship was played last evening, (Tuesday) and wins in Division 1 were forecasted for Cois Bhride, Ballyduff Lower, Passage and De La Salle. In Division 2 Clan Na Gael, Brickeys, Roanmore and Abbeyside were tipped to enter the winners enclosure and in the sole game in Division 3, the battle of the Saints should have seen a win for St. Saviours away to St. Marys.

A huge media loss IT was with regret that we learned that the very popular GAA website ALL THE YOUNG BLUES has ceased to operate as it was a breath of fresh air in the County in the reporting of GAA affairs for the past year or so. The brainchild of Kilrossanty’s David Prendergast, a highly regarded reporter and analyst, the site proved very popular with the younger generation of GAA enthusiasts and it gave immediate and very detailed accounts of all our games including Ladies football and camogie activities also. All the young Blues was very professionally produced, it is a big loss to the local GAA scene and all we can hope is that it will return in the near future.

Mt. Sion v Dungarvan NO statement has been issued to the Observer on the outcome of the investigation into the recent Dungarvan v Mt. Sion Senior Hurling game. If and when is provided, it will be published in this column.

Supporting Waterford and Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Semi-Final in Croke Park were the McGrath Family from Ballinacourty. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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punishment were the Central Competitions Control Committee satisfied the rule had been contravened.

THE County Board has announced that any club wishing to Video Record any game in the Championship or League must first obtain permission in writing from the relevant Board, - County, East or West. Permission will be granted on the clear understanding that an UN-EDITED version of the said recording will be made available to the relevant Board on request.

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Referee suspended BRIAN Gavin has had a one-month suspension lifted last week and so he was free to referee last Sunday’s AllIreland semi-final between Kilkenny and Waterford. He could also be given responsibility for the All-Ireland final. Gavin was handed a one-month suspension after an incident at a recent Offaly Junior Football Championship quarter-final clash. Gavin, chairman of Clara who were beaten in the game, was reported by a fellow referee for making an abusive comment. He appealed that suspension and a hearing was due to be held next week. That would have allowed him to referee Sunday's semi-final before a decision was made. But the hearing was moved forward at the request of the GAA.

Rule 7.2(e) THE Cork County Board could find itself in hot water with Croke Park after claiming a refereeing decision "quite probably" cost them a Munster title and a place in the All-Ireland semi-finals. They made a number of serious claims including criticism of referee Pádraig Hughes for awarding Kerry a penalty in the drawn Munster final on July 5 as well as indicating Cork would have won their All-Ireland quarter-final had they beaten Kerry. The GAA may now ask Cork to explain their comments as it could be judged that the remark about Hughes discredited the association, a breach of rule 7.2 (e). A fine would be the likely

WATERFORD’S 24th minute point in the All Ireland Senior Hurling Semi Final against Kilkenny in Croke Park engineered by Jamie Barron and Shane and Darragh Fives and executed by Austin Gleeson.

Cork Champions come to town CORK Senior Hurling Champions Sarsfields will play Dungarvan this Saturday, August 15th at 6 pm. Last weekend, the Sars beat Youghal by 0-28 to 0-11 in the championship and they travel with a full squad to the Old Boro club venue as they continue their preparations for the defence of their title. Admission to the game is €2.

Meadowfresh Foods Under 13 Western Hurling Finals THERE was a large turnout of parents, family members and supporters of the six teams playing in the Western Under 13 Hurling Finals at the Fraher Field last Thursday evening. Abbeyside won the Division 1 title against Brickeys, Dungarvan overcame St. Olivers in the second division and Fourmilewater got the better of Ballyduff in Division 3. The three match programme was very well organised by Western Bord Na nOg.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the Walsh Family, South Terrace, Dungarvan on the regretted passing of their mother Kathleen Walsh last Monday evening. Mrs Walsh was sister of former Inter County hurler Austin Flynn and her son Tomas is very much involved with the Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty under age teams.

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Wednesday, 26th July, 2000 SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Losers Group saga continues Dungarvan 2-5; Clashmore 2-5 The Senior Football Championship Losers’ Group saga continues, that was the amazing news. From the Fraher Field on Sunday evening last, when Clashmore battled back to earn a deserved draw against Dungarvan in a most exciting encounter which provided a dramatic climax and, thus, all three games in the Group ended in draws. EARLY GOAL RUSH Clashmore, playing with the freshening breeze to their backs, got off to a tonic start when a long ball in from Karl O’Keeffe, deceived defenders and attackers as it hopped over their heals to full-forward, Conor O’Riordan, who passed to Mike Shalloe who crashed the ball past the helpless Michael Cummins in the Dungarvan goal in the 2nd minute. Then, in the 5th minute, Mike Fenton was fouled with a penalty resulting which Stephen duly dispatched to the net (2-0 to 00) in what was an early goal rush - amazingly, Clashmore failed to raise another flag for the entire first-half. Stephen Cunningham opened Dungarvan’s account with a point in the 8th minute. The “Blues” struck for a goal in the 10th minute as Seamus Cunningham, from a free, found Thomas O’Mahony who soloed 40 yards to place Dermot O’Callaghan, who drove to the net (2-0 to 1-1). Mike Shalloe, with a goal on, blasted wide of the upright in the 15th minute. The next score did not come until the 27th minute when Dungarvan attacked from a Clashmore 45. Peter Ferncombe’s long puck-in saw the ball breaking forward to the on-running John Power who easily put the ball into the net

past the helpless, Brian O’Neill. 2-1 to 2-0 at the interval. DUNGARVAN ON TOP On the turn-over, John Power pointed a Dungarvan free. Pat Hynes had to retire injured after a heavy tackle, he later bravely came back on to play a significant role in helping his side earn a share of the points. In the 43rd minute, M. Cliffe pointed for Clashmore, who had hit the crossbar from a Conor O’Riordan shot just on the turnover. Jason O’Mahony, 44 and Kieran Curran, 45, put Dungarvan three points clear by the 45th minute. In the 49th minute, Mike Shalloe took over the free-taking duties and duly pointed (2-4 to 2-2). Mike Fenton, who came thundering into the game, along with Karl O’Keeffe, pointed in the 50th minute (2-4 to 2-3). Veteran, Dermot O’Callaghan landed a great point in the 52nd minute (2-5 to 2-3). Mike Shalloe’s 55th minute free saw the ball coming back off the upright with Pa Hynes winning possession and a free, which Mike Shalloe duly pointed (2-5 to 2-4). The excitement was now intense and in the 57th minute, Mike Shalloe sent a “45” shot to Edmund Beresford who was now at full-forward and he passed back to Mike Shalloe who drove over the equalising point (2-5 to 2-5). Three games then in this Group and still all to play for. Scorers: Clashmore - M. Shalloe (1-3); S. Barron (1-0); M. Cliffe (0-1); M. Fenton (0-1). Dungarvan - John Power (1-1); D. O’Callaghan (11); J. O’Mahony (0-1); K. Curran (0-1); S. Cunningham (0-1). Clashmore: B. O’Neill, P. Allen, E. Beresford, P. McGrath, B. Dunne, J. Salmon, P. Lombard, K. O’Keeffe, P. Hynes, M. Cliffe, M. Fenton, R Ryan, S. Barron, C. O’Riordan, M. Shalloe. Subs.: J. Fitzgerald for R. Ryan; M. Power for F. Hynes; P. Hynes for M. Power; D. Burke for P. Power. Dungarvan: M. Cummins, D. Dee, D. Lyons, B. Lyons, K. Curran, C. Murphy, T. Galvin, T. O’Mahony, J. O’Mahony, J. Burke, S. Cunningham, P. Power, P. Ferncombe, J. Power, D. O’Callaghan. Subs.: J.J. Ronayne for P. Ferncombe, Trevor Mahony for T. O’Mahony. Referee: J.M. Kelly (Shamrocks).

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Teams of Times Gone By THE MILLENNIUM YEAR WATERFORD SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Team: Tallow. Year: 2000. Opposition: Roanmore. Referee: John Hunt (Clonea). Full-Time Score: Tallow 0-9; Roanmore 0-9. Wednesday, July 19th. Martin Murphy; S. McCarthy, S. Barry, D. Martin; Shane Finn, J. Beecher, David O’Brien; James Murray, M. Geary; Roy Henley, S. Slattery, John Paul Grey; Paul O’Brien, Brian Henley, Colin Cunningham. Subs: Paul Kearney, D. Henley. Scorers: John Paul Grey 0-4 (3f), S. Slattery, Brian Henley, Roy Henley, M. Geary and Paul Kearney 0-1 each.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 9 Forecasts. 4 Correct. 5 Incorrect Success Rate: 44.4%. Best So Far: 100%. This Week’s Forecasts: County SFC: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (Ardmore), Rathgormack v (De La Salle), Ballinacourty v (Nire), Stradbally v (An Rinn) West JFQF: Tallow v (Sean Phobail) West J’A’H: St. Marys v (Dungarvan), Colligan v (Ballyduff). West JFIA semi finals: Ballinacourty v (Geraldines), Ballysaggart v (Kilgobinet). Co MHC: Division 1: Ballyduff Lower v (Cappoquin), Cois Bhride v (St Carthages), De La Salle v (Dungarvan), Passage v (Ballygunner). Division 2: Clan Na Gael v (Tramore), Brickeys v (Clonea), Roanmore v (Mt. Sion), Abbeyside v (St. Pat’s). Division 3 (Group 2) St. Saviours v (St. Mary’s). To Date: 410 Forecasts. 256 Correct. 154 Incorrect. Success Rate: 62.8%.

Congratulations to Fourmilewater U-14 hurlers who won the Western final with an excellent 3-11 to 3-8 victory over Ballyduff Upper last Thursday evening. It was a great match between two excellent teams. Hard luck to Ballyduff Upper who were a credit to their club.

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Junior Football (Senior Attached) Semi-Finals

Second half goals sees Nire through to final Nire ……………………3-9; Stradbally ……………1-11. ONE had forcasted a seasoned Nire team to line-out against a youthful Stradbally fifteen in Abbeyside last Friday evening for this first Senior Attached Junior Football semi-final but, in fact, it was two mainly youthful teams that locked horns to see who would play either Rathgormack or Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg in this year’s final. The Reds led by 1-8 to 1-5 at half time but they were confined to three second half points compared to 2-4 for the winners. Shane O’Meara was the hero of the hour for the Nire as he found the net on two

occasions and kicked over 04f for good measure. Substitute Kieran Walsh was their other goal scorer and at the end of the day, they had 0-4 to spare over a gallant Stradbally team. A first half goal by Daniel Weldon and a pair of white flags by the same player, a handsome contribution of 0-5 (3f) by full forward Christopher Casey, and a further score by Stephen Keane put the Reds in a good position at the break. O’Meara registered 1-1 for the winners before the break and points by 37 year old Connie Power (2), David Meehan and Stephen Ryan kept the Nire in touch entering the second

half. The key scores on the resumption were the green flags by Kieran Walsh and County minor Shane O’Meara, the latter also kicking 0-3f while corner forward kicked Eamonn Wall posted a further point for the winners. Stradbally’s Achilles heel was their poor return on the scoreboard in the second moiety adding just three scores to their first half tally via Christopher Casey (2) and Ger Crowley. Nire came down from the Intermediate grade in 2014 so their appearance in the final will not be a surprise while Stradbally’s young team made good progress

this year and they should be a force again in 2015. Nire: Kieran Ryan; Jake Mulcahy, Alan McGrath, Philly McCarthy; Liam Cooney, Conal Mulcahy, Stephen Ryan 0-1; Kieran Looney, David Meehan 0-1; David Nugent, Connie Power 0-2, Shane O’Meara 2-4 (4f); David Prendergast, Kenny Brazil, Eamonn Wall 0-1. Sub: Kieran Walsh 1-0. Stradbally: Stephen McCarthy; Andrew Kirwan, Richie Jones, Jack Navin; Cathal Cusack, Kieran Cusack, Paddy Kiely; Nicky Connors, John Halpin; Ger Crowley 0-1, Daniel Weldon 1-2, Stephen Keane 0-1, Christoper Casey 0-7 (3f), Trevor Curran. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg will contest County Final Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg..1-7; Rathgormack ………......0-8. THIS was another surprise result last weekend when unbeaten Rathgormack lost to Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in Bushy Park in the second Junior football (Senior Attached) semi-final. When the two teams met in the Group stages, Rathgormack scored a comprehensive

1-14 to 0-6 but the winners had their homework done since then and on this occasion to win when it mattered most. Clashmore led at the short whistle by 1-4 to 0-2 with minor player Paddy Prendergast scoring the all important goal. Rathgormack fared better in the second half which they won by 0-6 to 0-3 and they

fairly laid siege to the Clashmore goal in the final quarter but they couldn’t get through for the all important scores. Clashmore will go in as underdogs again in the final itself, where the Nire team who played in the Intermediate grade in 2015, will be favourites to take Ballinameela’s crown.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Darragh Curran; Paudie Allen, Barry Dunne, Mark McGrath; Ronan Fitzgerald, Sean O’Connor, Donal O’Connor; Fintan Walsh, Mark Power; Paudie Nugent, James O’Leary, Brian Dunne; Mark Nugent, Noel Smyth, Paddy Prendergast. Subs: Alan McCarthy, Donie Scanlan.

Shamrocks surprise Affane LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL QUARTER-FINAL Shamrocks ……………3-7; Affane ………………….2-8. HAVING won only one game all year, this victory by Shamrocks in the Divisional quarter-final in Ballyduff last Saturday evening was unexpected but well deserved. The sides were level at half time on a score of 1-4 each but two goals by Shamrocks in the second half via Joe Leahy and the game’s top scorer Bernard Kelleher were the key moments which decided the first team to qual-

ify for this year’s semi-final draw. The winners first half green flag was also raised by Joe Leahy with freetaker Bernard Kelleher chipping in with 0-3 (2f) and that great servant of the Shamrocks, Eoin Murphy, at corner forward, also raising a white flag. Affane fielded without their key player Army-tied Killian O’Sullivan and in his place younger brother Aaron was the team’s top scorer. Jack Mangan wasn’t far behind and he scored 1-2 in the first half with sub Paul Murray also contributing a

brace of points. Both teams scored five times on the restart but Shamrocks 2-3 to Affane’s 1-4 was more fruitful and edged them over the line. Aaron O’Sullivan kicked 1-3 for Affane and Shane Coughlan also contributed but goals by Leahy and Kelleher were game defining along with 0-2 by Ed Hynes and a fifth score by Bernard Kelleher. Shamrocks accumulated three yellow cards over the hour with Affane picking up one each of the colours yellow and black. Shamrocks: Kieran O’Keeffe;

John Murphy, Tom Donovan, Brian Harnedy; Cathal Herlihy, Jason Ahearne, John Paul Lucey; Joe Leahy 2-0, Stephen Lucey; Padraig Ahearne, Bernard Kelleher 1-4 (3f), Kelvyn O’Farrell; Ed Hynes 0-2, Ed Lonergan, Eoin Murphy 0-1. Subs: Alan Kelly, Nat Smith. Affane: Donal O’Rourke; Colin Landers, Tim Looby, Cillian Denn, Pat Morrissey, David Cahillane, Keith Landers; Pat Greene, Andy Molumby; Damien McCarthy, Aaron O’Sullivan 1-3, Shane Coughlan 0-1; Shane O’Rourke, Richie Scanlan, Jack Mangan 1-2. Subs: Paul Murray 0-2, Paul Landers. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Brickey Brickey Rangers Rangers LOTTO The lotto draw took place in the Local Bar. Teresa Denmeade was the lucky winner of a jackpot of €5950. The numbers drawn were 9, 15, 17 & 25. The €25 winners were the O'Grady family, Tom & Deirdre Ferrick, Cathal, Cormac & Clara Curran and Mary O'Keeffe. This week’s draw will take place in the Enterprise Bar with a jackpot of €1,000. JUVENILE NOTES Under 8: Training for the under 8's continues each Saturday at 10.30 am until 12. Both hurling and football are played so if you want to join us come along for a bit of fun and learn the skills meet new friends. Brink a drink, a gumshield, shin guards, Hurley and helmet and the fun is free. Any parent who wishes to help can do so just let one of the coaches know, experience not necessary but the experience that you get from working with the kids is invaluable. Under 9 & 10: Brickeys U-9 team have been busy. Last Monday we played Lismore in a hurling challenge. Then on Saturday we played a blitz hurling tournament in Cappoquin. During this we played Ring, Cappoquin, and Ballyduff. We played Ring in the ‘A’ final and narrowly lost to a very skilful Ring team. Brickeys team: Aron Quinn, Sean Kearney, Mark O’Donovan, Tom Feerick, James O’Neill, Cormac Deevy, Daithi Colleran, Paddy McCarthy, Katelyn Gardiner, Cathal Dalton, Harvey Ahern. Well played to all players involved. Thanks to Lismore and Cappoquin for hosting us on both days. U-9 & u-10 training continues each Friday at 6 pm. Under 12: Training for the under 12 footballers this Wednesday evening at 6.30 1st game for the league on Friday night. Under 14: Under 14 league continued on Monday night last away to Dungarvan.

Fourmilewater JAMIE BARRON AND WATERFORD SH Hard luck to Jamie Barron and the Waferford hurlers. Despite coming up short last Sunday against a more seasoned and experienced Kilkenny team, they can all be extremely proud of their efforts and achievements this year. They have, to a man been a credit to their families, clubs and the entire county. The future of Waterford hurling is very bright. FOURMILEWATER HURLING/WATERFORD HOSPICE JOINT FUNDRAISER MIZEN HEAD TO MALIN HEAD 2 DAY CYCLE CHALLENGE UPDATE Plans are on-going for the forthcoming cycle challenge/fundraiser that the club is promoting in conjunction with Waterford Hospice. Some of our cyclists will be in action at Dungarvan shopping centre this Saturday, August 15th between 9 am and 5 pm. They will be located between the entrance of Ger Wyley’s and the Shopping Centre and will be getting some much needed mileage training on static bikes for this arduous task. If you are in the area please come along and give your support to this novel fund-raiser. We will have representatives of the club and Waterford Hospice in attendance and a bucket collection will be held. FUNDRAISER DUNGARVAN SHOPPING CENTRE AUGUST 15th On Saturday, August 15th we are having a fundraiser in Dungarvan Shopping Centre. We are looking for volunteers from Members and players to attend for 2 hour stints through out the day. Please contact Ronan Ryan if your available. SPONSORSHIP If you are interested in becoming one of the club sponsors where through our club notes, social media we will guarantee your company or business maximum exposure, please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member. The club would like to thank Comeragh Oil for their contribution to the club. WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT Jackpot not won. €30 winners: Rodger McCarthy, Bernie Prendergast, Stacey Lonergan, Tom McGrath, Walsh Children. Next week Jackpot €600. CLUB LOTTO The weekly lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Dooceys Bar at 9:30. Tickets are always available and who knows, you may be a winner. As well as having a chance of winning the top prize you are also contributing funds to your club. 45 CARD RESULTS Winners John Mangan & Mem Murphy; 2nd Joe Loughnane Mickey Nugent; Kathleen Coleman & Eddie Byrne; Walter Wall & Donal Fraher. Lucky Table: Mary Murphy & Mary Kerns; Vincent Wall & Maurice Prendergast. NIGHT AT THE DOGS A race night will be held in the Clonmel Greyhound Track on this Thursday evening August 13th in aid of The Mill Field Development Fund. Plans are in place to upgrade our facilities in the Mill Field but we need to raise some more

funds to support these plans. The Mill Field is used by The Nire, Fourmilwater GAA clubs and The Ballymacarbry ladies football teams. In order to maintain the enormous success the three clubs have enjoyed in the past, we need to improve our facilities in order to maintain these success we need these improvements. The new facilities will also be of most benefit to our young players and our supporters. Tickets are €10. A ticket gives you admission to the dogs on August 13th and also entry into a Buster Draw for €1,000. This is a family event and U-16's go free. Not only will you be helping to improve our facilities for you and your children but you will also be getting a great night out with the family. The three clubs in the community have come together to organise this night. Your support is greatly appreciated. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES CUL CAMPS Well done to everyone who took part in the Cuil camp last week. A great time was had by everyone and the weather didn't manage to spoil anyone's enjoyment. Big thank you to all the coaches who did a wonderful job as always REPLICA JERSEYS Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616. SUPPORT We are always very grateful for the support we receive from everyone in the community. We would love to see more people come along to our games and really get behind the team, the various teams and mentors put a lot of hard work into the teams and come match day, it would be great if more supporters came along to the games. That support could be and often is the difference between winning and losing. We would also like to ask parents to please respond to texts about your children's availability for matches. It's important for the coaches to know exactly who can or can't attend a match. Thank you again for your support and cooperation REMINDER We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc. GUM SHIELDS Just a reminder to all parents that Gum Shields are obligatory for Gaelic Football when playing or training for Gaelic Football. None of us want to prevent any child from participating in our teams but we cannot allow any child play hurling without a helmet or football without a Gum Shield. Training – U-12's: Our U12 training continues every Tuesday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Milfield €1. U-10/U-11 Training: Our U-10/11's training continues every Sunday morning at noon. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursdays between 6 pm and 7 pm in the Millfield €1. U-6's/U-7's: Our U-6's/U-9's training continues every Monday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Milfield €1. Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your teammates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Numbers drawn in last Saturday night's lotto draw were 4-9-10-13 and there was no winner. €20 winners were Amy Cronin, Teresa Ahearne, Michael & David, Ger McGrath, D. Corcoran. Next week's jackpot will be €8,700. JFC: SHAMROCKS 3-8; AFFANE 2-9 Shamrocks advanced to the Western Junior Football semi-final with a hard fought victory over Affane in Ballyduff last Saturday evening. Despite the fact that Shamrocks had only one win in the league section of this championship and four losses including a heavy loss to Affane, we knew that with close to a first choice team available we could still be competitive. Having said that we were still without the services of Shane, Colm and Padraig Roche plus John O'Donovan to injury. The first half was quiet enough with a goal from Joe Leahy and points from Eoin Murphy and Bernie Kelleher leaving the score at 1-4 each at half-time. The second half was more lively, and a penalty skilfully dispatched by Bernie plus a great second goal from Joe gave us a slender lead. Further points from Edward Hynes and Bernie gave us a narrow two point win. We will play Modeligo in the semi-final, date and time to be decided. Panel; Ciarán O'Keeffe, Brian Harnedy, Tommy O'Donovan, Sean Murphy, John Paul Lucey, Jason Ahearne, Cathal Herlihy, Joe Leahy (2-0), Stevie Lucey, Padraig Ahearne, Bernie Kelleher (1-5), Kelvyn O'Farrell, Eoin Murphy (0-1), Edward Lonergan, Edward Hynes (0-2), Tim Lenehan, Mike O'Neill, Tomás O'Neill, Nat Smith, Padraig Tobin, Alan Kelly, Diarmuid Ahearne, Edward O'Neill, Mike Smith, John A. Kelly.

PA AHEARNE R.I.P. C.L.G. Na Seamróga would like to sympathise

7 year old Group at the Naomh Brid/St. Pat’s Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp with Coach Richie McGrath in St. Mary’s Touraneena GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] with the family and friends of Pa Ahearne, formerly of Ballyphilip, Knockanore, and Boston U.S.A. who passed away last week at his home in the U.S. Pa was a former player with the club in the early years, and is uncle to our Chairman Liam Ahearne. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. GET WELL SOON We wish former player Tomás Roche a speedy recovery from illness after his recent stay in hospital. He is recuperating at home now and we wish him well.

Naomh Brid MICHAEL KIELY CUP The Michael Kiely Memorial Cup which is kindly sponsored by the Kiely family of Sleady Castle, was held on Monday last in Kirwan Park, Touraneena. The Naomh Brid Under 11 hurlers were very keen to win back the cup this year from our neighbours and defending champions St. Pats. Luckily the weather held out on the day, and a tremendous battle ensued between the teams. This game went down to the wire. Naomh Brid battled on to a single point victory on a 4-3 to 4-2 scoreline. Well done to both squads, it was a hugely entertaining competitive game, they can be very proud of their performances. Mrs Nancy Kiely presented the cup and medals for both teams, treats for the kids and teas for the adults rounded off a wonderful day for all. Many thanks to the Kiely family for their continued support, J. P. our referee, Aine and Liz for the refreshments and to all who helped out on the day. Roll on next year. UNDER 12 FOOTBALL On Tuesday evening we played our first 2015 fixture in Div. I football, versus Ballinacourty in Kirwan Park. Naomh Brid rose to the challenge and ran out impressive winners on the night. Our next fixture is next Tuesday evening August 11th, away to Clashmore at 6.30 p.m. UNDER 11 FOOTBALL Our first game in this division will be in Modeligo on Friday, August 14 versus The Brickeys at 6.30 p.m. CAPPOQUIN HURLING TOURNAMENT Cappoquin kindly invited our lads to play in their tournament on Saturday morning. We gathered 11 players on the day and almost won out the cup only to be beaten by a single point in the final by the hosts Cappoquin. A great effort by all the teams present was rewarded by medals presented by Shane Fives and goodie bags for all players. Thanks to Affane /Cappoquin for the invite. CUL CAMP The Naomh Brid/St Pats Cul Camp was held last week in Kirwan Park Touraneena. A huge turnout of over 90 children had a very enjoyable week of fun and games. The weather only spoiled one day of the camp but some of the later days were extended to compensate. Many thanks to coaches Michelle, Gavin, Kayleigh, Tom, Lorraine, Michael, Breeda, Brian and Richie. A huge thanks to county stars Jake Dillon and Colin Dunford for attending and spending some time with our stars of the future. Friday was a lovely sunny day to round off the camp and hand out prizes. Thanks to Naomh Brid who provided goodie bags for all participants. Lauren Flynn and Shane Kirwan were chosen from the camp to represent the club in Carriganore later in the season for their skill, attitude and behaviour

during the week. CLUB NOTES If any person or group in the club wants to include match news, fixtures or photos etc in the weekly notes please send email to the club PRO. Email address is (nb-pro@outlook.ie). These need to be received by Sunday evening at 6 pm.

Clonea Clonea U-8 & U-10 CAMOGIE BLITZ Our U-8 & U-10 girls travelled to An Rinn Saturday, 8th August, 2015 to participate in a Blitz with An Rinn and Portlaw. It was an enjoyable blitz with some fine displays of camogie skills to be seen. Thanks to An Rinn for their hospitality. WATERFORD HURLERS Well done to our Waterford Hurlers who put in a gallant effort in the All-Ireland championship Semi Final last Sunday in Croke Park. You did your county proud. BREVEMENT Clonea Juvenile Hurling Club wish to extend their condolences to the Walsh Family of Coolnahorna on the death of their grandfather Paddy Raftice of Ballynooney, Mullinavat. May he rest in peace.

Comeragh RangersLadies Ladies Comeragh Rangers SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP On Monday, 3rd August, our senior team faced Ballymac in their second game of the championship. This was a tough game for the girls as Ballymac were on top form. Unfortunately, the Ballymac girls proved too strong and won the game. The girls did not play to their full potential, but we are sure they will improve in the weeks to come. JUNIOR 7-A-SIDE LEAGUE Our junior team took part in the 7s semi-final against Ballymac on Saturday the 9th of August. The girls come out victories. The proceeded to play na Deise in the final that evening. Unfortunately, it wasn’t to be the girls day and na Deise won. The girls worked hard in both games and can be very proud of themselves. U-15 CHAMPIONSHIP Our u-15 team played na Déise last week in Modeligo. The girls played tremendous football on the night and came out the winners. Well done girls!

Ballyduff Upper Ballyduff Upper TOURNAMENT FINAL The final of the Injury Fundraiser Senior Hurling Tournament will be played on Thursday night. Ballyduff who overcame Tallow 1-27 to 1-20 in the semi-final play Erins Own who had a 1 point win over Passage on a scoreline of 25 points to 2-18 in their semi-final. The final will take place at 7.45 pm. Proceeds from this tournament are for a local man who found himself wheelchair bound following an accident. Please come along and support. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL Our intermediate footballer bowed out of the western championship on Saturday night in Fraher field when they were defeated by the Geraldines in a low scoring game. Ballyduff

enjoyed a lot of early possession but failed to score in the first 15 minutes and it was another 25 minutes before we registered our second score of the game. Geraldines had the aid of the wind in the first half and lead 0-4 to 0-1 at halftime. A couple of early second half Geraldines points put the game beyond Ballyduff and try as they might they were never able to close the gap. The game ended 0-9 to 0-4. This ends our interest in football for 2015 and the club would like to thank the management team of Diarmuid Flynn, Donal Hannon and Patrick Murphy as well as the players for their effort throughout the year. Panel on Saturday night was: Eoin Scanlon, Maurice McNamara, Shane Kearney, Tommy Feeney, Jamie Hannon, Michael Kearney, Shane Hannon, Seamus Hannon, Brian Kearney, Eoin O’Brien, Mikey Kearney, Oisin Hickey, Kevin Casey, Jamie Kearney, Cian Leamy, Andrew Casey, John Twomey, Kieran Hayes, Martin Feeney, Colin Keane, Colm Horgan, Denis McDonagh and Jack Daly.

JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Junior Hurlers take on Colligan in Clashmore on Saturday evening at 7:15 pm. Regardless of the result here they have already qualified for the quarter-finals thanks to a win over Dungarvan in June and another win over Fourmilewater a few weeks ago. With the other group now complete a win over Colligan would mean a quarter-final outing against Tallow where as a defeat to Colligan would mean that Geraldines would provide the opposition for the quarter final opposition U-21 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP The U-21 hurlers took on Brickey Rangers in the quarter-final of the Western championship in Clashmore last Friday week. Brickeys proved to be the stronger team on the night and defeated our lads 2-16 to 2-10. Panel and scorers on the night were: Conor Sheehan, Cillian Cotter, Denis McDonagh, Bill Keane, Thomas McDonagh, Cian Leamy, Eoin O’Brien, Oisin Hickey, Sean Brackett, Michael Hannigan, Jack Daly (0-1), Mikey Kearney (1-6) Andrew Casey (1-3), Jamie Keating Sean Drislane and Jonathon Hannon.

John Mitchels Mitchels John INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We will more than likely have a date for the Quarter-Final later this week. It will be all systems go now that our county hurlers’ year has come to an end. UNDERAGE We are coming into a busy time for our u-11’s and u-12’s as both leagues start this month. Our u-12’s are the first team out on August 20th. Training continues for all ages every Thursday at 6:30 pm. WEDDING BELLS The club would like to send its congratulations to John O’Rourke and Eileen Kirwan on their recent wedding in Fews. We wish the happy couple many years of wedded bliss. CROKE PARK While our hurlers were beaten on Sunday it was great to see our club’s younger members enjoying the day out. Many of the families tried out the events in the fan zone behind the Davin Stand. The skill tests created some competition and fun adding to a great day out. It’s days like this as kids that create memories for ever more. Also well done Waterford the future looks bright!

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Modeligo WATERFORD HURLERS BOW OUT Commisserations to Derek McGrath and his squad who just came up short against Kilkenny on Sunday last in Croke Park. It was a gallant effort by the Waterford lads thoughout the year which yielded a National Hurling League title but in truth, they came up against a Kilkenny side who were just that little bit sharper. It was also good to see a manager to simply call it as things are in his after match interviews, with McGrath being honest in his admission that the better team won. As a club, we were honoured to have Tom Devine included in the Senior squad, and hopefully for both Tom and Waterford hurling, there will be many, many more big days in Croke Park to come. MODELIGO PATTERN The Annual Pattern Day takes place on Saturday next, August 15th in the Community Field, with a whole programme of events for the entire family. Please come along to support and enjoy the day. SYMPATHY Sincerest sympathy from all within our club are extended to the Power family of Lismore, and formerly of Lower Glen, Modeligo, on the recent passing of Joe Power. Joe’s son Liam, played with our club throughout the 1980’s and early 1990’s. “Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.”

Kilgobinet JAMES WALSH TOURNAMENT As the old saying goes "goals win games"...as Old Parish struck five of them to secure the James Walsh cup last Friday night. We played some of our best football of the year for the first 45 minutes but unfortunately we seemed to switch off for the last 15 minutes letting Old Parish in for a few goals too many! We would like to thank Old Parish for travelling up to play the game. Our thoughts now turn to Ballysaggart on Saturday night in Lismore where we will hopefully put in a complete performance. Looking forward to seeing all our loyal supporters out again for this must win game. ALL-IRELAND SEMI-FINAL Commiserations to the Waterford Senior Hurling Panel and management on their loss against Kilkenny in headquarters last Sunday. Thanks for giving us a fantastic year and putting Waterford hurling back in the spotlight again, here's to a successful 2016.

Colligan Emmetts WESTERN JUNIOR “A” HURLING C’SHIP After a gap of twelve weeks, we resume our divisional Junior “A” hurling Championship campaign on Saturday evening next, August 15th against a formidable Ballyduff outfit. The game takes place in Clashmore, with thrown-in at 7:00 pm. This is our penultimate group game, with Dungarvan left to play. Please come along and show your support. DEISE BOW OUT AT CROKER A very positive year for Waterford senior hurlers ended in a disappointing defeat at the hands of Kilkenny in the All-Ireland semi-final at Croke Park last Sunday afternoon. The Cats were that little bit sharper on the day and always held the upper hand against a stubborn Deise outfit who battled right to the net. We must congratulate Colin Dunford who gave an excellent display hitting four points from play and tormenting the Kilkenny defence in the second half, this was another great display by Colin who is adding to his reputation as a top class inter-county hurler. The club is very proud of him, and it was a great honour to have a Colligan man lining out in Croke Park last Sunday. On the day, Waterford were second best, but no doubt they will be back for another tilt again next year, at the end of the day we’ve reached the last four of the All-Ireland series and are national league champions. Here’s looking forward to next year! CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Quill’s Master McGrath Bar on Bank Holiday Monday, August 3rd last. The numbers drawn were 5, 13, 18 and 28. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Neil and Aine Parks, Colin and Lena, Nellie Power and Joanne McKenna. Last Monday (10/08) night’s jackpot was worth €6,850.

Cois Bhride KINDLY SPONSORED BY CUNNINGHAM'S HARDWARE, TALLOW On Saturday morning we welcomed Galtee Gaels to Tallow to play three football matches. In the first game our under 8’s gave a great account of themselves in what was a very exciting and competitive game. This was then followed by a game for the under 10’s and finally the under 12’s took to the field. Both of these games were hotly contested and there was some fantastic football

played by both sides. Thanks to Galtee Gaels players and supporters for travelling on the day. We hope to make this an annual event with Cois Bhride travelling next year. Also thanks to all the parents who brought sandwiches, cakes etc on the day and in particular to all who helped out in serving the refreshments and cleaning up afterwards. GAA CÚL CAMP The Cúl Camp started last Monday in Knockanore and it was great to see more than 80 children take part this year. We had a total of six coaches on hand, three from Dungarvan, two from Cappoquinn and one from the Brickeys and we would like to thank those involved for putting in the huge effort to coach the kids for the week. COMMUNITY GAMES ALL-IRELAND FINALS We would like to wish good luck to some of our club members as they travel to Athlone this weekend to represent Waterford in the All Ireland Finals of the Under 13, 5-aside indoor soccer. Mentor Billy Hynes and his team, made up of Tom Dalton, Mark Dalton, Eoghan Lenehan, Cathal Hunt, Padraig Hynes & Shane Martin, play Ulster on Friday evening with the finals scheduled for Saturday. Best of luck lads and a safe journey to everyone travelling. UPCOMING FIXTURES Friday, 14th August: Under 11 Football Div. 2 Home v Ardmore at 6.30 pm; Under 16 Hurling Div. 2 Away v Clonea. Saturday, 15th August: Under 15 Football Div. 2 Away in Clashmore v Clashmore and Dungarvan at 3 pm. Wednesday, 19th August: Under 14 Hurling Div. 2 Away v The Brickeys at 7 pm.

Tourin WATERFORDS RUN COMES TO AN END Waterfords fairytale hurling year came to an end last Sunday at Croke Park with Kilkenny always that step ahead throughout the game. But it was Waterford who were first to draw blood with a fine score from the stick of Maurice Shanahan but with all their hard work went in trailing at the break on a scoreline of 1-9 to 0-10. At this stage, the supporters were quietly hoping that a bigger second half performance could take them over the line. But it was not to be as Kilkenny poked and clawed their way around the field to finally win on a scoreline of 0-18 to 1-21. Two scores for Waterford stand out the first being the sideline cut by Austin Gleeson and the steal by Colin Dunford (who had a brilliant second half) while Kilkenny had Richie Hogan among many others who notched up scores. Commisserations to Shane and Darragh Fives and all the panel and backroom staff, there is great hope for this panel of players for next year, after all they are back in Div. 1A and won the 2015 Hurling league. Yes, we would have loved to have taken the Cats but not a bad year looking back. MINOR GAME Kilkenny and Galway could not be separated after extra time so they will have to do it all again. Next weekend will see the challenge of Tipperary and Galway in the senior game – this could be a good one. Tyrone and Mayo were successful in their senior football encounters over Monaghan and Donegal. SENSATIONAL WIN IN GOLF Congrats to Shane Lowry as he captured WGC Bridgestone Invitational among stiff opposition. The Offaly man did his County and Country proud. Well done Shane. EXAM TIME Best wishes to all students who will be receiving their Leaving Certificate results this morning (Wednesday). ENGAGEMENT Congrats to Tourin club player Thomas McGrath and Catherine Ahearne on their recent engagement – wishing you both all the best. SYMPATHY Sympathy is extended to Pat (Patricia) Barry, Ballinwillin, Tourin and all the Barry/Power family on the sad passing of Joseph (Joe) Power, Lismore and formerly of Modeligo last week. May he rest in peace. Sympathy is also extended to the Kearney family, Tallow on the sudden passing of Loretto recently – may she rest in peace.

Ballinameela Ballinameela INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Ballinameela 2-8; Ballinacourty 0-11 Leading by 2-6 to 0-4 at the short whistle during last Friday’s Western Intermediate football semi-final against Ballinacourty, one would have been forgiven for thinking that one foot was already placed in the Western decider. A solid, albeit not spectacular half of football had given us a commanding 8 point lead to defend, and hopefully build on in the second 30. Fast forward the clock to 61 minutes where a Shane Flavin black card, the only blot on an otherwise perfect copybook for Shane, followed by a pointed Ballinacourty free brought the game back to a one score affair, and all thoughts of an easy passage to the final had long since been forgotten. The close finale was symmetrically mirrored in

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6 year old Group with the National League Trophy at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp in Dungarvan's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

the opening exchanges of the bout where no quarter was given and points were alternatively traded, leaving the scoreboard reading 0-2 apiece after 10 minutes. We subsequently began to find a rhythm, and although profligate at times with our scoring opportunities, we tagged on two further points to open the first bit of daylight, the scoreboard reading 0-4 0-2 after 17 minutes. Entrenched in opposition territory, clear cut goal chances became more frequent and we were rewarded when Micheál Shine raised a green flag around the 20 minute mark. A quick handpassing move through traffic on the 21 saw him with just the keeper to beat from a tight angle. Micheál's initial attempt was well blocked but he recovered quickest to re-gather the ball and slot into the empty net while the Ballinacourty custodian was still correcting himself, 1-4 to 0-2. Something of a parity resumed afterwards, with points once again being swapped, 1-6 to 0-4. Jim Curran wrote the final line of the first half chapter when he coolly lifted the ball over the keeper from close range to give us a commanding lead. Lady Luck had smiled on us for that particular effort as only a minute before James McGrath had to pull a save from the top drawer to rush out and deny the Ballinacourty forward the goal in a one-on-one situation. With the benefit of hindsight, what a massive moment in deciding the game it was. Thoughts of an easy second half were quickly quashed as Ballinacourty threw their full and considerable might behind a second half renaissance, seeking to reel in the deficit in as little time possible. Where every break had fallen our way in the first half, everything spilled from hands or was just an inch too far away in the second as the reversal in fortune saw us struggle when the Abbeyside men found their rhythm and implemented their running game to good effect. As it was, however, despite conceding heavily in the possession and territory stakes, the bleeding of scores was kept to a trickle - Ballinacourty managed seven over the half hour. Two vital points from Brendan Phelan (who ended the game with 5 points to his name from play), proved to be valuable commodities as they provided the breathing space necessary and forced our opponents to forgo points in the search for goals late on. We were thankful to some big performances around the field - James McGrath in goal reliable when called upon, older brother Jay as effervescent and sprightly as ever in the full back line. Shane Flavin proved his vital worth to the team as time and time again he put out fires in the half back line, was brave in both use and gaining of possession and set up several attacks. Lorcan Looby put in one of his most effective shifts in the blue and white jersey out the middle of the field while in the forwards the plaudits will go to Brendan Phelan (0-5), Jim Curran (1-1), Micheál Shine (1-0) and David Phelan (0-2). In the end we held on with little to spare and can count ourselves relieved to have booked our place in the Western showpiece against our nearest rivals The Geraldines. Having been comfortably beaten in the opening round by our Aglish counterparts, it will be a significant challenge to topple them but one the all in the club look forward to. Team: James McGrath, Kealan Looby, Colin Walsh, Jay McGrath, John Harrington, Kevin Phelan, Stevie McGrath, Lorcan Looby, Brian Phelan, Tom Curran, David Phelan, Micheál Shine, Shane Flavin, Brendan Phelan, Jim Curran. Subs used: Micheál Culloo for Jay McGrath, Rob Shine for Shane Flavin, James

Shine for John Harrington, Mikey Phelan for David Phelan. WATERFORD HURLERS BOW OUT Commiserations to Derek McGrath and the rest of the Waterford hurling squad who exited the championship at the hands of old foes Kilkenny. What the group has achieved to date has been phenomenal and here's hoping for further development in 2016. BALLINAMEELA BARBECUE It was lovely after the match on Friday to be able to head together to the Ballinameela Community Centre for the well run fundraiser barbecue. Those who attend matches for our four teams, on good and bad days, are very much appreciated and it was great to be able return to the support on an evening enjoyed by all. Big credit to the organising committee for providing the excellent evening's entertainment.

Abbeyside/ Abbeyside// Ballinacourty Blinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €4,200 as on Sunday night last Claire Cosgrave was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 27 which wasn’t the Joker although she did win €50. Neil Moore and Shay Young won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar and Crottys Corner Bar. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL On Friday night last our Intermediate Football team exited the Championship as they were defeated by Ballinamelia in the Western SemiFinal in Fraher Field. We would like to thank the players and team management for their efforts throughout the year. Team: K. DWANE, M. POWER, M. LAVAN, G. BREEN, C. KINDREGAN, R. SHEEHAN, P. LYNCH, C. McCARTHY, J. O’BRIEN, R. DUNFORD, D. LOOBY, E. COLLINS, M. GORMAN. Subs: N. MONTGOMERY, J. POWER, E. ENRIGHT, N. DEE, J. POWER.

SENIOR FOOTBALL This Saturday our Senior footballers will get their championship campaign underway after a break of many weeks when they play The Nire in Fraher Field at 5:30 pm in a game which will double up as the Phelan Cup Final. JUNIOR FOOTBALL This Friday night our Junior Football team play Geraldines in the Western Semi Final at 7 pm. BOOKING OF FIELDS With a number of teams starting back training we would like to remind all team managers to please ensure that they book the field with Michael O’Donovan prior to training. CLUB BINGO Our Club Bingo will continue this Sunday night in the CBS Hall where the jackpot is €850. JUVENILE SECTION Underage Hurling: Hurling training for all groups from U-6’s, U-7’s, U-8’s and U-9’s will recommence this Saturday morning the 15th of August at 10.30. Looking forward to seeing all the boys back after their summer break. Any new members looking to join any of these groups are welcome. Minor Hurling: We played St. Pat’s last night Tuesday, 11th August in Colligan in the fourth

round of the Minor Hurling Championship. At the time of going to print the result of this match was not available but will be included in next week’s notes. Leaving Certificate: The Club would like to wish the best of luck to anybody receiving their Leaving Certificate results. Under 13: Our under 13 hurling team are due to play Dungarvan this Thursday night in Abbeyside. Under 14: Congratulations to our U-14 hurling team who won the Western Final last Wednesday evening against The Brickeys. After an outstanding display we came out on top on a scoreline of 4-8 to 2-8. Well done to all. We also played Roanmore on Monday night last in the County Championship. The result of this game will be included in next week’s notes. Under 16: Our U-16 hurling team were beaten by near neighbours Dungarvan on Saturday last on a scoreline of 2-16 to 2-13. This was the third round of the Hurling League. We played very well in the second half after a poor first half display and were unlucky in defeat in the final minutes. Hurling on the Green: Hurling on the Green will take place again tonight (Wednesday,12th August) in An Grianán estate between 7 and 8 pm. All children between the ages of 5 and 8 are welcome. Under 12: Our U-12 hurling team had a fabulous day out on Friday last in Thurles. On the day they played 4 games with victory in every game. They also got a tour of the famous Semple Stadium by Tipperary hurling star Michael Cahill. This was a great day out and one which the lads will remember for a long time to come. Thank you to all the players, parents and mentors who travelled on the day. This team also play a Blitz this Saturday morning in Lismore. Good luck to all.

Geraldines Geraldines INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL On a Saturday evening last the lads played Ballyduff in the semi-finals of the Western Intermediate football championship in Fraher Field. Both teams were slow to get going as very little opportunities came to them. Gers got off the mark in the 10th minute with a free from Aidan. Ballyduff soon after got off the mark before the lads settled and added further points from Aidan, Stephen and Ger. Half-time score was Gers 0-4; Ballyduff 0-1. The second half saw a change with the lights on in Fraher Field. There was also a change in the Gers who were a different team to the first half. They wanted it more. The introduction of Ed saw him bring an impact as he used his big fist to fist the ball over the bar and it drive the lads on. Ballyduff had no response to the lads’ new tempo. Further scores came from Liam, Aidan and Johnny who scored two. The Gers went on to win by 0-9 to 0-4. Up next is the Western Final against Ballinameela with dates TBC. Team: S. Lambden, S. Keane, S. Fitzgerald, R. Fitzgerald, J. Healy, J. Maher, J. Landers, R. Connery, M. O’Brien, S. Kenefick, A. Dwyer, G. O’Donovan, L. O’Connell, E. Mernin, M. Lynch. Subs: E. Donovan for M. Lynch. JUNIOR FOOTBALL The Juniors take to the field this weekend to play their Western semi-final against Ballinacourty in Bushy Park on Friday, 14th August at 7:00 p.m. Come out and support the lads.

Clashmore/Kinsaelbeg JUNIOR FOOTBALL COUNTY FINAL! Our Junior footballers played their County semi-final against Rathgormack in Bushy Park last Saturday evening and after a very determined performance they prevailed as winners on a scoreline of 1-7 to 0-8 so a fantastic win indeed against one of the championship favourites and a huge well done to all involved here! There isn't much time to celebrate this victory though as the County Final has been fixed for Friday evening when our opponents will be a perennially strong Nire team and this game will be played at the Colligan GAA grounds at 7 pm so we urge as many supporters as possible to come along to cheer on the lads here. This will be the third such Junior Football final in recent years for many of these players and we hope that it can be third time lucky for them so the very best of luck to the team in their efforts and we hope to see you all there! Team: 1. D. Curran, 2. P. Allen, 3. Barry Dunne, 4. M. McGrath, 5. R. Fitzgerald, 6. S. O'Connor, 7. D. O'Connor, 8. M. Power, 9. F. Walsh (0-1), 10. Brian Dunne, 11. J. O'Leary, 12. P. Nugent, 13. M. Nugent (0-2, 0-1 fr.), 14. N. Smyth (0-1), 15. P. Prendergast (1-3). Subs Used: D. Scanlon, A. McCarthy

SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our Senior footballers are back in action this week after a long hiatus when they take on near neighbours St. Declan's, Ardmore on Saturday evening in Bushy Park at 4 pm. Our games with this opposition are always very close so we expect a close contest here once again so the best of luck to the lads in this game and we hope to see a good crowd going along to support them here. ALL-IRELAND HURLING SEMI-FINAL Derek McGrath and his Senior hurling charges bowed out of the All-Ireland Semi-Final against Kilkenny on Sunday after another "so near but yet so far" performance against the championship kingpins. But the year as a whole was far from disappointing with a National Hurling League and a very good championship run under their belts and the improvement on last year is significant so with this said we want to say well done to Derek McGrath and his backroom team and to the entire panel of players who put in such a huge effort since the winter, especially to our own two representatives Brian O'Halloran and Tadhg De Burca whose performances throughout 2015 will be talked about long after this season has concluded. TOUR DE PARISH Some of you may have already seen it advertised on social media over the past week or so but for those who haven't seen it yet, we are delighted to announce that our club is soon to hold an exciting fundraising day for all of you walking, running or cycling enthusiasts called "Tour De Parish"! Basically this is a sponsorship event whereby participants will have a choice of a 5km walk, an 8km run or a 20km cycle and will need to collect a minimum of €30 sponsorship to take part and the sponsorship cards can be got from Billy O'Halloran, Jason Seward, Barry O'Neill or Gavin Dower. There will be prizes given out in each category and the event will be followed by a family fun day and barbecue at the GAA field so something for everyone on the day. It all happens on Sunday, August 30th so watch this space for more details over the next week or so. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE Club Nursery - Hurling This Saturday at 10 am: The Club Nursery continues this Saturday morning when we will be doing our last week of hurling. We will be finishing with football for two weeks on August 22nd and 29th. We have had really great numbers playing each Saturday and another big crowd is expected. The Nursery is absolutely FREE for any child that is a club member and a mere €10 to register if a child is not a member yet and FREE subsequent to this. Any boys and girls aged from 5 to 8 are welcome to attend and will be split up as per their age group to make things easier. Parents please try to ensure all kids have hurleys and helmets if possible as there may not be enough spare hurleys and helmets to go around. The Nursery runs from 10 am to 11 am sharp each Saturday so it's ideal for parents who may have something planned for the afternoon. There's complimentary tea and biscuits, kids TV for the smaller children and it's a great way to meet people. The Nursery will continue for the next 3 Saturdays and will finish on the 29th with an awards ceremony for all our players who have attended at least one session. So something to look forward to there also. See you there on Saturday at 10 a.m.

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW (4th August) Numbers drawn were: 4, 9, 25, 28. No winner. Consolation Prizes: Martina Henley, Sheila Brown, Pat Murphy, Betty Delaney. Promoter: Chuck. Next draw: Ted’s on August 10th. Jackpot: €6,200.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015 GAA LOTTO - 10th AUGUST Numbers drawn were: 7, 9, 14, 18. No winner. Consolation Prizes: Lar O’Hara, Eileen Martin, Michael A. Leahy, Paddy Martin. Promoter: Forde’s. Next draw: The Hotel, August 17th. Jackpot: €6,400. FIELD BOOKING Both fields are booked for Thursday night with the senior players on the bottom pitch and the camogie on the top field. Just another reminder to all management and teams to please ensure lights, heating and showers are off before locking up. Lights were left on Saturday night. Our electricity bills are colossal so please remember to turn off lights, etc. COMHGHAIRDEAS Huge congrats to one of our senior stars Aidan (Ringo) Kearney and Marie Coffey who were married on Saturday last. We wish you both a lifetime of happiness together guys! JUNIOR FOOTBALL Best of luck to our Junior footballers who take on Old Parish this Saturday, August 15th, in Bushy Park 7.00 p.m. WELCOME HOME Great to see our Vice President Mike Prendergast home on holidays. I hope you brought the sun with you Mike. SENIOR HURLING We play Fourmilewater on Friday, 28th August, in Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. After that we play Ballygunner on Saturday, 12th September, in Bushy Park at 6.00 p.m. WATERFORD HURLING Sunday last saw us bow out of this years championship. It just wasn't to be on the day as Kilkenny were the stronger side. Back to the drawing board and we look forward to 2016. COIS BHRÍDE GAA Cúl Camp – The Cúl Camp started last Monday in Knockanore and it was great to see more than 80 children take part this year. We had a total of 6 coaches on hand, 3 from Dungarvan, 2 from Cappoquin and 1 from The Brickeys and we would like to thank those involved for putting in the huge effort to coach the kids for the week. Upcoming Fixtures – Friday, 14th August: Under 11 Football Div. 2 Home v. Ardmore at 6.30 p.m., Under 16 Hurling Div. 2 Away v. Clonea. Saturday, 15th August: Under 15 Football Div. 2 Away in Clashmore v. Clashmore & Dungarvan at 3.00 p.m. Wednesday, 19th August: Under 14 Hurling Div. 2 Away v. The Brickies at 7.00 p.m.

Stradbally RECYCLED CLOTHES Stradbally GAA is holding a fundraising clothes recycling drive and would be delighted to receive any donations of Clean Clothes, Bed Linen, Towels, Curtains, Soft Toys, Shoes, Bags, Belts, Laptops with cables attached, Mobile Phones. If you have any of these items that you do not want please bring them to the Club House on Friday, 21st August between 12 noon and 3 pm where they will be collected the following day. Your support would be much appreciated. STRADBALLY PATTERN DAY Date for your diary. Stradbally GAA will hold numerous events to celebrate our Pattern Day on September 14th. Watch this space where we will keep you informed of the huge number of events we will have on the day. ON COUNTY DUTY Well done to Michael (Brick) Walsh last Sunday against Kilkenny, as we didn't get the win, we are all proud of Brick's contribution though the year. He will now concentrate on the big ball for the rest of the year. SENIOR FOOTBALL Round three of the Senior Football Championship will resume on Friday next 14th August against An Rinn in Fraher Field at 7.30 pm. We must win this game to progress to the next stage of the championship. Then we play Kilrossanty. JUNIOR FOOTBALL We played the Nire last week in the Junior semi-final in Abbeyside and were beaten by a stronger Nire fifteen. Even though Kiko was in great shooting form scoring seven points. A superb goal was scored by Daniel Weldon, and he got a beautiful point from an awkward angle to make his tally 1-2. Ger Crowley scored a valuable point. But it was not enough, and the final score was The Nire 3-9 to Stradbally 1-11. As we are now out of the championship we would like to thank all the players who played throughout the year, and of course the management who did so well. IN HOSPITAL In University Hospital Cork at the moment is Joan Barry. Hope her stay will be a short one, and we are looking forward to seeing Joan out and about soon. PITCH DEVELOPMENT Our long awaited pitch development is now underway. The heavy machinery is at work taking off the topsoil. What we now need is the weather to be kind to us, as the loads of filling will be brought in. LADIES NOTES U-14 Co. Final: Our u-14s are in a county final this Saturday 15th..time + venue to tbc., U-15: Our U-15s have been busy preparing for their championship and are playing on Monday,

U-11 Naomh Chartaigh hurlers receiving the winners shield which they won in Fraher Field on Saturday, July 25th in the Dungarvan GAA Gala Day.

17th August against Dungarvan away and play Gaultier at home on Wednesday 19th. Senior: Our seniors played Ballymac in the Div. 1 final of the Mary Walsh 7-aside tournament on Saturday last. Although Ballymac came out on top It was a great day of football and we would like to thank the Walsh family and Na Deise for organising the tournament. Our Seniors are due to play Abbeyside in the coming weeks in the last round of the senior championship. Best of Luck: Best of luck to Nicola Fennell and the intermediate ladies football team who face Sligo in the All-Ireland quarter-final on Saturday in Birr at 2 pm

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results 4th August: Numbers drawn were 2, 14, 22 and 28. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Mary B. O’Brien, Caroline Carey Fitzgerald and Eily Meagher. Next week’s jackpot is €3,000. UPCOMING FIXTURE Ballysaggart play Kilgobinet in the semi-final of the Western Junior Football this Saturday, 15th August, in Lismore at 7.00 p.m. WATERFORD HURLERS BOW OUT AT SEMI-FINAL STAGE All roads led to Croke Park last Sunday for the semi-final encounter between Kilkenny and Waterford. Unfortunately, it was not to be our day but Waterford put up an excellent performance and can be proud of the year they have had as league winners, Munster finalists and a semi-final appearance. Well done to our own club members Stephen and Shane Bennett who made a great contribution to the team’s success. NED BURKE MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT Well done to the Ballysaggart hurlers who played St. Mary’s in the Ned Burke Memorial Tournament last Friday night and emerged winners and congrats to Stephen Mangan who was awarded the Player of the Match.

Kilmacthomas Kilmacthomas Well done to Johnny Troy and his selectors on winning the All-Ireland under 16 girls football last Wednesday week. What a great honour for both players and the management team. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Training will be this evening, Wednesday and a big effort is very much in demand as we will be playing Newtown in the next game. WATERFORD HURLERS Well done to Waterford hurlers for putting in a great effort on Sunday against the best hurlers in Ireland, the Cats. It was new for most of the young players. All Waterford fans will be very proud of those players and management to come from Division 1B to be one game from the AllIreland. What a year, as we have some silverware, after all we are league winners. Up the Deise.

Affane/Cappoquin CLUB LOTTO Last week’s draw took place on Tuesday, August 4th for the jackpot prize of €8,700 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 10, 12, 23, 27. The five €20 consolation prize were: Mary Healy, Main St.; Nora Crotty, Affane; Paul Landers, Carrigeen; Teresa Mansfield, Cappagh and Thomas Curran, Mass Lane. This week’s draw took place on Monday, August 10th for the jackpot prize of €8,800 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 14, 16, 17, 26. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Shane Coughlan, Lacken; Brendan Casey, London Town; Bridget Murray, Main St.; Tom O’Donoghue, c/o Central Bar and Mary O’Rourke, Moonafahdee.

CAPPOQUIN JUVENILE GAA ANNUAL FUN DAY 2015 The second Cappoquin Juvenile GAA Annual Fun Day took place on Saturday, 8th August at the GAA field. We had a variety of activities from hurling blitz’s in U-7, U-9 and U-11, Long Puck, crossbar challenge, cake sale, tuck shop, bouncy castle and lucky dip. The gods were looking down on us because the sun shone from dawn until all clean-up was done in the evening. The Under 11 blitz kicked off proceedings in the morning. The four teams of Cappoquin, Naomh Brid, Ballyduff and St. Oliver’s were evenly matched with no more than the odd score between any team. In a very exciting ‘A’ final which ebbed and flowed, Cappoquin finally came out on top against the gallant Naomh Brid side. Ballyduff ousted St. Oliver’s in the ‘B’ final. Cappoquin Panel: Alex O’Sullivan, Mark Ormonde, Tim Cliffe, Dan Costin, Eoin Coffey, Conor Ormonde, Tadhg Kelleher, Miceal Dalton, Dylan Sheehan, Cian Nolan, Conor Rooney, Conor Wilkinson, Oisin Power.

The under 9 blitz was the closest affair of the day which was contested by Cappoquin, Brickeys, An Rinn and Ballyduff. Remarkably, the first two games both ended in deadlock. Going into the final round of games, any of the 4 sides could have topped the table. A countback on scoring was needed to separate the teams so, in the end the ‘A’ final was contested by An Rinn and Brickeys, with Cappoquin and Ballyduff contesting the ‘B’ final. In the end, An Rinn and Ballyduff came out on top in two tight, energy-sapping tussles. Cappoquin Panel: T. J. Ormonde, Charlie Wilkinson, Andrew Cunningham, Aron Coffey, Alex O’Sullivan, Eoin Rooney, Ronan Uniacke, Sean Curtin, Sean Buckley, Ryan Maher, Colin Coffey, Shane Coffey, Oisin Coffey, Nathan Mason, Jack Twomey, Jack Power.

The Under 7 blitz definitely got the largest most vocal support of the day. The roars which greeted the three teams onto the field was deafening. The one certainty is that the future of Cappoquin, Ballyduff and An Rinn is in safe hands. Raffle results as follows: Ger Wyley Sports Voucher: April Curtin; Sportsman’s Meal Voucher: Bridget Murray; Tight lines Voucher: Isobel Cunningham; Football: Peggy Maher; Whiskey: Bridget Murray; Wine set: David O’Donovan; Wine set: Liam Costin. I would like to thank everybody who made the day such a success. In particular, it was fantastic to have two local lads who were in preparation for the All-Ireland hurling semi-final in Croke Park. Both Shane and Daragh Fives gave their time to the young lads of the region. It was great that every child had the opportunity to be presented with their medals by the Waterford senior players and be photographed with their local heroes. Our coaches David, John, Anthony, John, Brian and Mike had their teams in top condition. Our referees Tommy, John, Jimmy, Brian and Daragh did a great job. Also thanks to Michael and everybody who had the pitch and grounds in top condition. A special thanks to everybody who did the home baking for the cake sale and to Breda, Karen, Eilish, Anna, Kate and Bridget for staffing the tuck shop from early morning. Eamon kept the kids laughing on the Bouncy castle while Charlotte did a fantastic job on the face painting. A big thanks to sponsors Supervalu, Tight lines, Sportsman’s, Ger Wyley Sports and Railway Bar. A huge thanks to the man who brought the whole event together Jimmy Collender. Jimmy had a vision and the fruits of that vision is the numbers and quality of players we have in the field every week. A great day was had by all and we all look forward in anticipation to next year’s event. U-16 COUNTY HURLING C'SHIP FIXTURE Rd 5 Mon., Aug. 17th Cappoquin (A) V An Gaeltacht at 7 pm in Ring COUNTY MINOR HURLING C'SHIP FIXTURE Rd 5 Fri., Aug 21st; Cappoquin V Dungarvan in the Sporfield at 7.30 pm

U-14 COUNTY HURLING C'SHIP Ferrybank 4-08; Cappoquin 5-04. Cappoquin travelled to table toppers Ferrybank on Monday last and in a very entertainining encounter lost by a point with Ferrybank snatching a last minute goal Cappoquin Panel: Evan Murray, Cian Murphy, Matt Meaney, Rory Mangan Tiernan Cullinane, DJ Reddy, PJ Kiely, Johnny O’Donnell, Luke O’Rourke, Jamal Casey, Conor Rooney, Tom Troy, Mikey Dalton, Sam Uniacke, Gavin Fives, Niall Collender, Louie Lomano, Tony Browne, Adam Burke, Tadgh Kelleher, Mark Ormond.

U-16 COUNTY HURLING C'SHIP Cappoquin 4-12; St Marys 1-08. Cappoquin U-16 hurlers took on St. Marys in the Sportsfield last Thursday and produced some fine hurling to come away with a good win. Cappoquin Panel: Graham Lyons, Cian Murphy, Tadgh Lyons, Tiernan Cullinane, Matt Noonan, Jordan Kearney, Keith O’Sullivan, Luke O’Rourke, Darragh O’Rourke , Jack Coffey, Tom Troy, Ciaran Power, Rory Mangan, Evan Murray, P. J. Kiely, Gavin Fives, Jayson Molumby, Cameron Murphy, Louie Lomano, Jamal Casey.

THREE TO ANSWER 1, Dublin hurling manager Ger Cunningham played his club hurling with which Cork club? 2, Galway hurling manager took a Westmeath club to the All-Ireland club football final in 2012 can you name? 3, What county is GAA President Aoghan O Fearghail a native of? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Dublin’s Centre half back Liam Rushe plays for St. Patrick’s Palmer 2, Cusack park is the name of the county ground in Ennis and Mullingar 3, Christy Ring and Donal Og Cusack both played for the same East Cork club Cloyne. ALL-IRELAND HURLING SEMI-FINAL Hard luck to the Waterford senior hurlers who put in a good performance last Sunday but were beaten by a better team on the day but hopefully we will learn a lot from the experience. We have a great bunch of lads, it's been a great season and the future is bright. League champions, reached the Munster final and an All Ireland semifinal - you gave us a great summer and many enjoyable days out. WEST JUNIOR FOOTBALL C'SHIP Affane 2-08; Shamrocks 3-07. Affane footballers took on Shamrocks last Saturday. In Ballyduff Upper teams, both sides went in all square at half-time 1-04 apiece with the Shamrocks coming out on top at the long whistle by the narrowest of margins. Team: Donal O’Rourke, Killian Denn, Tim Looby, Colin Landers, Pat Morrissey, David Cahillane, Keith Landers, Pa Greene, Andy Molumby, Shane Coughlan (0-1), Aaron O’Sullivan ( 1-3), Darren Curran (1-0), Brian Crran (1-0), Shane O’Rourke, Richie Scanlan, Jack Mangan (02). Subs used: Paul Murray (0-2), Paul Landers, Brian Crotty, Moss Noonan.

CAPPOQUIN CAMOGIE THE PREMIUM BUTCHER SUMMER LEAGUE 2015 Portlaw gave the adult team a walkover for the match due to take place last Friday. Please keep an eye out for update on remaining matches. THE PREMIUM BUTCHER SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP The Senior girls have been training vigorously in lieu of their upcoming Senior matches. Thanks to everyone who are taking their time out to come to training especially the mentors and trainers. Cappoquin took on a tough Lismore side last Friday, 7th August at the Affane Cappoquin GAA grounds. Unfortunately, Lismore were the stronger team on the night and were victorious. Cappoquin will take on Gailtir in the QuarterFinal. Please keep an eye out for updates on remaining matches on Facebook, Twitter and Whatsapp. U-8/U-10 BLITZ Well done to the u-8 and u-10 teams who took part in a blitz in Ballyduff at the weekend. All participants and mentors had a great time and we would like to thank the hosts Ballyduff for the great organisation and generous hospitality that was provided.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €4,000 held In Crottys Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 9/8/15 numbers were 9,15,16, 28. €30 to the following people: John Quinlan, Rathgormack; Valerie Condon, Kilmacthomas. Seller’s prize of €30 Tom Prendergast, Kealfoun. Next Clotto held in Micilins Bar, Kilrossanty, for a jackpot of €4,100. On duty in the night Kevin Lonergan and John Kiely. SENIOR FOOTBALL ROUND 4 Our senior are fixed to play Gaultier on Friday week, 21st of August in Kilmacthomas GAA Grounds. RECYCLED CLOTHES We are still collecting old clothes, shoes, curtains, sheets etc. So if you are doing a clear out please bring them to the GAAclub and put them in the recycling bin.

Dungarvan Under 14 WESTERN HURLING CHAMPIONS Dungarvan 6-17; St. Olivers 1-5. Well done to our under 14 hurlers on winning the Meadow Fresh Foods Western under 14 Division 2 title against St. Olivers in the Fraher Field last Thursday evening. The team was very well supported and Pat Kiely’s charges were worthy winners against a gallant St. Olivers team who never stopped trying up to the final whistle. Three first half goals by Alex Shanahan helped the team to a 5-10 to 1-0 halftime lead and we ran out comfortable winners in the end against an Olivers team who play in Division 3 in the County Championship. Team Captain Tristan Loftus was presented with the winning shield. Team: Stephen Moynihan; Mark McGarry, Martin McDonagh, Conor Keohan, Wayne O’Donnell, Jordan Shaw, Tristan Loftus 1-1, Noel Duggan 0-3, Toby Taylor 0-6, David Flynn 1-2, Seanie McGrath 0-2, Alex Shanahan 3-1, Patrick Walsh 0-1. Subs : Edward Fraher 0-1, Eoin Dunne 1-0, Oisin Morrissey, Jason Flanagan Tobin, Sean Mulcahy.

UNDER 16 HURLING Dungarvan 2-16; Abbeyside 2-13. Our under 16’s kept their championship hopes alive with a narrow win over Abbeyside at the Burgery Grounds last Saturday evening. We led at half time by 0-10 to 0-2 and we went behind in the second half before a late goal edged us over the line. The club wishes to thank Abbeyside mentor Benny Kiely for attending to one of our injured players during the game. Team: Stephen Moynihan; Conor Duggan, Shaun Murray, John Power, Colm O’Shea, John Devine, Kealan Daly; Dylan Murphy, Sean Crotty; Gary Donnolly, Mick Devine, Willie John O’Shea; Dion Keohan, Brendan Cullinane, Ronan Geoghan. Subs: Johnathon Houlihan, Seanie McGrath, Luke O’Callaghan, Conor Sheehan, Oisin Morrissey, Martin McDonagh, Toby Taylor.

ALL-IRELAND HURLING SEMI-FINAL Commiserations to the County’s Senior Hurlers, including our own members involved, on their loss to Kilkenny last Sunday in Croke Park. Compared to other years, despite this defeat, there is realistic hope for the future. CLUB LOTTO This week’s numbers were 1, 9, 16 and 17. There was no winner. Next week’s jackpot is worth an attractive €9,500. The winner of the €100 was Kathleen Hourigan. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the lotto. Remember you can do the Lotto on-line now. BRICKEY LOTTO WINNER Congratulations to club member Teresa Denmeade, Springfield, who was the lucky winner of the €5,950 Brickey Lotto last week. WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Congratulations to Helene and Anselm Hayes who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary among family and friends last weekend. Helene does trojan work each week for the club in our lotto fundraiser. BILLY KIELY MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT Midleton 0-21; Dungarvan 1-13. Played in our club grounds last Wednesday evening, a large crowd turned out to see a full strength Midleton fifteen become the latest winners of the Billy Kiely Memorial Senior Hurling Tournament. A former Vice Chairman, Billy was an outstanding clubman, who unfortunately died at an all too early age in 1991. This tournament was very generously sponsored by Kevin Fleming Taxis and Kevin was on hand to present the Man of the Match Award to Midleton’s centre back Aidan Ryan, who lined out at full back this year for Cork in the Munster Championship against Waterford. Billy Kiely’s nephew, David, presented the winning cup to Midleton’s captain Peter Dowling while Cork Inter County star Conor Lehane presented Jonathon Houlihan with a Midleton club jersey and also Kieran Joyce’s All Ireland winning jersey from 2014. The club extends its sincere gratitude to Kieran, who was Man of the Match that day for this very generous act. Thanks to our Ladies who once again provided refreshments for both teams and their mentors. Team: Craig Barry, Darragh Fitzgerald, Conor Sheridan, Darragh Lyons; Gavin Power, Kieran Power, Kenny Moore; Jamie Nagle, Colm Curran, Sean Ryan, Colm Curran, Ryan Donnolly; Michael Kiely, Liam Ryan, Cormac Curran. Sub: John Curran.

SENIOR HURLING DUNGARVAN V SARSFIELDS Cork Champions Sarsfields will be our guests for

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an eagerly looked forward to game in our club grounds this Saturday, August 15th at 6 pm. The Sars are on course to retain their title and this match should draw a big crowd to the club grounds. Admission fee is €2. JUNIOR HURLING Our second fifteen will play one of the Championship favourites St. Marys in a group game in Bushy Park this Saturday evening at 7 pm. UNDER 13 HURLING This week’s fixture is away to Abbeyside this Thursday, August 13th at 7 pm. MINOR HURLING We played De La Salle away last night, Tuesday in the 4th round of the County Minor Hurling Championship. WEDDING BELLS Cogratulations to former club player Dermot O’Shea, Springfield, now domiciled across the water, who was married recently and is now on holidays with his new bride, back home. MONTH’S MIND MASS David Houlihan’s Month’s Mind Mass is on in the Friary Church this Friday, August 14th at 6.30 p.m.

Lismore Lismore Camogie Camogie SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP Lismore Senior Camogie team have qualified for the Senior County Final after beating Cappoquin in the third round of the Senior Championship in Cappoquin on Friday evening last on a scoreline of Lismore 4-14; Cappoquin 1-3. A very fine panel performance on the night, the girls now await who they will play in the final which is set for either September 26th or October 3rd pending on how the County Intermediate team progresses in the All Ireland series. U-16A CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-16s played in the second round of the U-16A Championship in Lismore GAA grounds on Thursday evening last V Tramore/Butlerstown unfortunately they were beaten on the night by strong opposition. The girls are down to play Brickey Rangers on Tuesday next, August 18th in the third round. NON-COUNTY LEAGUE FINAL The non-County League final goes ahead on Friday evening versus Cappoquin at a time and venue to be arranged at the time of going to press. Keep an eye out on the Lismore Facebook page for details. NEW SPONSOR Lismore Camogie Club would like to welcome on board the Senior Team's new sponsor Michael O’Leary of the Red House who kindly sponsored a new set of jerseys for the team. The official presentation will take place on Friday night at 9.30 in the Red House. All camogie supporters are invited to attend. USED CLOTHES RECYCLING A huge thanks to all who kindly donated to the used clothes recycling initiative for the camogie club and also thanks to all those who sat at the community centre over the weekend and those who collected clothes over the past six weeks or so.

Naomh Brid hurlers with Shane Fives at hurling tournament in Cappoquin on Saturday last.

LFC Na Na Deise LFC MARY WALSH TOURNAMENT On Saturday afternoon last, seven teams took to the field in Modeligo to take part in the Mary Walsh tournament. After a great day of football, Na Deise won the Div 3 cup, Clashmore won the Division 2 cup and Ballymac ran out winners in Division 1 where the cup was presented by Mary's niece, Mary Kate Curran. On behalf of the Walsh family, I would like to thank everybody who participated in the tournament and everyone who helped to make sandwiches and set up the pitches. Thanks to Elma who organised all the games and who ensured everything ran smoothly. It is really appreciated.

Last week Nire/Fourmilewater Cub Chairman Billy Walsh brought the National Hurling League trophy to a few stalwarts of our club and community. Patie Coffee, Chrissie Hirkan, Johnny Coffee, Billy Walsh, Mickey Burke and Willie Butler.

Tramore ABBY DUNPHY Congratulations to Abby Dunphy, daughter of Gary and Jessica, who starred for the Waterford U-16 Ladies Football team in their recent thrilling All-Ireland Final win over Roscommon in Nenagh on a scoreline of 2-9 to 3-5. FIXTURES THIS WEEK - (per Waterford GAA) U-16 Hurling Div. 1 vs Mt. Sion Monday, 17th August in Mount Sion at 7 pm. U-12 Football Div. 1 vs Kilmacthomas Monday, 17th August in Kilmacthomas at 6.30 pm. CUL CAMP Tramore Kellogg's GAA Cul Camp takes place from 17- 21 of August in the club grounds. LOTTO There was no winner of the €5,200 Jackpot in last Wednesday weeks draw. The numbers drawn were 4,12,17 and 18. Lucky Dip Winners of €40 each were Darragh Woods, c/o GAA Club, Robert Dunphy, c/o Abby Dunphy and John O'Gorman, Elm Park. Thanks to all who support the Lotto. CAMOGIE Training on Wednesday evenings U-8 to U-12, 6 - 7 pm. Training now on Wednesday evenings for U-14 to U-18 from 8 - 9 pm.

Sponsor of the Dungarvan GAA Billy Kiely Memorial Senior Hurling Tournament Kevin Flemming Taxi presenting the man of the match award to Aidan Ryan, Midleton’s centre-back. Midleton won the match by 0-21 to 1-13.

Cork inter-county player Conor Lehane presents Jonathan Houlihan with a Midleton jersey at the Billy Kiely Memorial Senior Hurling Tournament final.

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GENERAL SPORT

Double Scrum & Coke, winners of the Plate Final at the Dungarvan Rugby Club's Anchor Bar sponsored Summer Tag Rugby Finals Night. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

The Anchor team which won the 2015 Dungarvan Rugby Club's Summer Tag Rugby Tournament.

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Celtic Games 2015: John McGrath, West Waterford AC (Manager) and David Murphy, Waterford AC, (Coach), of the Irish Athletics Team for the 2015 Celtic Games which were held at the Grangemount Stadium, Falkirk. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Ladies Football Under 8 Player Rebecca Donnelly in action against St. Olivers.

Dungarvan Rugby Club's Anchor Bar sponsored Summer Tag Rugby: Presentation of the Shield Winners trophy to Steve Simms (Big Units) by David Hickey, Dungarvan Rugby Club and Ray O'Brien, Anchor Bar (Sponsor). [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Rugby Club's Anchor Bar sponsored Summer Tag Rugby: Presentation of the premier Cup to Andrew Carey and Jack Cummins by David Hickey, Dungarvan Rugby Club and Ray O'Brien, Anchor Bar (Sponsor). [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Rugby Club's Anchor Bar sponsored Summer Tag Rugby: Presentation of the Elite Cup to Conor Foley, Anchor team, by David Hickey and Kelly O'Shea, Dungarvan Rugby Club and Ray O'Brien, Anchor Bar (Sponsor). [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Waterford Ladies face Sligo in All-Ireland quarter-final WATERFORD ladies intermediate football team, travel to Birr on Saturday next (15th) to take on Sligo in the quarter-final of the TG4 All-Ireland championship. This pairing is a repeat of the Division 3 League final in which Sligo came out on top. In the National League final Waterford started brightly and raced into an eight points lead courtesy of two goals by Sinead Ryan but Sligo came back into it and with two goals from full forward Katie Walsh came out as victors on a 2-12 to 2-8 scoreline. This quarter final will be the third meeting of the teams this year as in February Waterford were convincing winners in Fraher Field by 5-13 to 0-5. This game will be a quite different affair with both camps knowing that whoever loses on Saturday will be out of the championship for another season. In last

yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s championship both of these teams exited the fray at this stage Waterford being beaten by Fermanagh while Sligo went down to the All Ireland champions Down. Waterford by virtue of winning the Munster championship for the 7th year in a row progressed directly to the Quarter final stage while Sligo who were beaten by Leitrim in the Connacht final had a narrow win over Roscommon by two points, two weeks ago to set up this encounter. Waterford go into this game with the confidence that they are Munster champions but Sligo will be confident also, having got one over on the Deise in the league final. Sligo possess many fine footballers, Emma Hansberry is one of their star players and they have forwards of the calibre of Katie Walsh, Stephanie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Reilly, Jacqui Mulligan and Karen

Moloney who will need close watching. Waterford looked impressive in the Munster Final in a game played in difficult conditions and have many good players themselves. Katie Hannon is a very sound goalkeeper and Elaine Power, Karen and Michelle McGrath and others provide a strong back line. Up front Sinead Ryan, Aileen Wall and Hannah Landers are capable of turning the chances created into scores. It should be a good game of football with both teams capable and confident of winning. If Waterford perform to their potential captain Linda Wall will be leading her team into an All Ireland semi final tilt with either Leitrim or Clare. Throw-in, in Birr on Saturday, 15th August is at 2:00 with Niall McCormack from Laois in charge of proceedings.

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Hallahan’s Pharmacy Fit4Life Predict Your Time League

Perfect running conditions for week seven

David Towey makes his back form the Cunnigar at last Friday evening’s 23rd Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne.

Orna Breathnacht comes into to complete last Friday evenings 23rd Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne

Overall Ladies winner at last Friday evenings 23rd Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne Nollaig O'Neill is presented with her prize by sponsor Hilda Mooney.

Noel Murphy runner up is presented with his prize by Hilda Mooney at last Friday evening’s 23rd Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne.

Paul Brunnock completes his 3rd Connemara Ultra 100 mile race in a new personal best time of 19 hours and 10 minutes to take 4th place FOR many of us everyday runners the ultimate race is the daunting marathon effort but for some the marathon distance is a mere training spin. One such athlete comes to mind whom I believe falls into this category, Paul Brunnock one of the clubs prolific ultra racing machines, Paul was in action last Saturday where he took on the might of the Connemara 100 Mile Ultra race, The event proved to be a very memorable one for the Clonea Power primary school principle as he set a new personal best time and finished a very creditable 4th overall. This was Paul's 3rd time taking part in this race of races as he completed it also in 2011 and 2014, in 2011 Paul clocked a time of 19 hours and 22 minutes. Pauls finishing time last year was 21 hours and 37 minutes. The race this year kept the same route as previously used starting in Clifden at 6.00 am on Saturday and travelling non-stop through the hills and valleys of Connemara, the scenery provided some distraction during daylight hours on the longest single road race in the country. Weather conditions throughout were very testing this year with rain for the most part and all runners biggest enemy, wind and there was plenty of it. The course used

had many check points along the way each of course you have to pass through on route as you make your way from Clifden through Letterfrack, Leitirgeish, the Inagh alley, Maam Cross, Leenane, Inagh Valley again then on to Roundstone, Ballyconeely and back to Clifden to complete 100 miles. For the record Paul’s check-in times on route were as follows

both 58 seconds out. HALLAHAN'S PHARMACY PREDICT YOUR TIME CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TABLE At this stage it looks like it will be very difficult to catch Liz O'Riordan in the overall competition. Michael Moynihan is still battling to hold his title as he sits in second place, a position he now jointly holds with Paul Brunnock. Another lady making a big move this week is Margaret Whelan who has moved into 4th place after scoring the maximum 30 pts this week. The top 10 is as follows: HALLAHAN'S PHARMACY FIT4LIFE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TABLES 2015 AFTER WEEK 7 Week 8 Total Liz O’Riordan 16 179 Micheál Moynihan 18 139 Paul Brunnock 26 139 Margaret Whelan 30 133 Josie Harty 29 126 Micheál Callaghan 21 124 Yevgeniy Chizhikov 26 122 Conor O’Neill 20 120 Mary Hogan 15 116 David McNally 13 107 THANKS West Waterford Athletic Club would like to thank all those that have helped in the running of the league. Thanks so much once again to the Friary College for permitting

Winner of round 7 of the Hallahan's Pharmacy predict your time league last Thursday evening was was Ted O'Leary. pictured presenting Ted with his prize is Shirley Flynn West Waterford AC. the use of the grounds and of course thanks to Shirley and Riann and Sharon for taking the entries, times and results, it's very much appreciated and of course James for setting up the finish line and most important bringing the water each week. Thanks also to our many helpers each week who help

with timing and also putting away the bollards after the run. Thanks again to Patrick, Jamie and our sponsors at Hallahan's Pharmacy and as always we would like to invite our members and participants in our leagues to support our sponsors where possible.

FINAL RACE OF THE 21st ANNUAL GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIES 2015

GlaxoSmithKline 5 mile FRIDAY, 21st AUGUST AT 7 p.m. The final race of the summer series is almost upon us with the eleventh and final race taking place on Friday night, August 21st at 7.00 pm, the 16th Annual GlaxoSmithKline 5. Entries for the race will be taken at the Dungarvan soccer club pavilion. The entry fee is €10 and the presentation of prizes along with refreshments will take place in the Soccer club pavilion after the race. Along with the prizes for the race the overall summer series presentation will take place and the overall men's and

30 kms 3 hrs 27 mins 28 miles 5 hrs 10 mins 39 miles 7 hrs 16 mins halfway 81 kms 9 hrs 26 mins 56 miles 10 hrs 42 mins 67 miles 12 hrs 45 mins 75 miles 13 hrs 15 mins 82 miles 15 hrs 54 mins 90 miles 17 hours 17 mins. 100 miles 19 hours, 10 mins.

For the undertaking of an event like this you need a dedicated back room team and without team leader Sue, and the Brunnock family John, Maura, Rory, Daithi and Paddy plus the home support from Liam Kavanagh and Sharon Higgins who played a huge part also in keeping the show on the road on race day. So all in all it's a massive achievement for one and all, well done to the team and, of course, well done again to you Paul as we sign off with the following quote which comes to mind. "I don't stop when I'm tired I stop when I'm done." How true.

IDEAL running conditions met the runners in the Friary last week and as usual the Friary grounds make for a nice break from running on the roads. This week (13th August) is the last night of this league and the overall prizes will be presented immediately after the league. MARGARET HITS IT EXACTLY This week’s winner is Margaret Whelan who finally got it right after being runner up on 2 occasions. She was closely followed Josie Harty who won 2 weeks ago, and was just 2 seconds out this week. In third and fourth were Ted O'Leary and Mike Hogan who were both just 6 seconds out. Paul Brunnock was just 7 seconds out with Tony Ferncome 9 seconds way. In all 21 runners were slower than their predicted times, a just to show how good the runners have got at pacing, 14 of them were less than 30 seconds out. ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE CLOCK The unlucky position this week of finishing just 1st before the clock reached zero was a Simon Moloney. Next before the clock was Ann Dunford (49 seconds) followed by James Veale and Kenneth O'Donnell who were

women's winner for the 2015 series will be presented to this year’s series winner. HOSPICE TO BENEFIT FROM GLAXOSMITHKLINE 5 The next and final race in 21st annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series will be the GSK 5 on Friday August 21st at a 7.00 pm starting time. This race always attracts a big entry due to the superbly organisation efforts of the Race committee at GlaxoSmithKline and the renowned fast flat course that guarantees good times for us all. For the second year in

succession the Hospice will be the charity benefactors for this year’s race. There will be prizes for winners in all the usual categories, prizes for the first GSK male and female runners and spot prizes as well. More information will be provided in next week’s notes. Please note online entry is now open on Active Europe and to make life much easier for you the runner and us the organisers we urge one and all to enter by this system. ENTER ON LINE NOW FOR GSK 5 MILE Our online entry is open now on the link below for the

upcoming GSK 5. Save the registration queuing on the night of the race by entering online today. SUMMER SERIES VOUCHERS As GlaxoSmithKline 5 is the final race in the series, the vouchers for all those that have entered the series and are eligible will be presented on the night. Anyone who has run any 6 of the 11 races will automatically receive a €30 voucher and anyone who has run all 11 races will be awarded a special gift, thanks to our very generous sponsors Ger Wyley Sports and SKINS.

Glohealth National Senior Track and Field Championships

Pictured is Paul Brunnock with his finishers medal after last Saturday/Sunday’s Connemara 100 mile ultra race.

JAMES Ledingham competed in the finals of the 800 metres at the Glohealth national senior track and field championships in Morton Stadium, Santry on Sunday after making it through the semi-finals on Saturday when he finished 2nd in a time of 1.53.76 it was on to Sunday's final with an excellent field of the country's best 800 metres runners qualified, lead by Mark English UCD AC. James put in a brilliant and gallant effort to finish 5th with the hot favourite English winning in a time of 1.50.94 from Declan Murray, Clonliffe Harriers AC 1.51.04 with Niall Tuohy Ferrybank AC third in 1.51.50. James who was right in the mix till the final sprint to the line had to settle for 5th in a time of 1.53.14.

Running Quote RUNNING is real and relatively simple, but it ain't easy.

3rd man home at last Friday evening’s 23rd Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne Pat Hennessey receives his prize from sponsor Hilda Mooney.

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Joe Gough is champion of the world THIS is the one he waited a long time for but he now finally has it achieved. Yes we know he already had two World Outdoor Silvers and one Indoor Gold, but gold outdoors over 800 metres is the icing on the cake for West Waterford's Joe Gough who has worked so tirelessly for so many years and put in so many hours on the RSC track in Waterford city perfecting his 800 metre running, but no one knows better than Joe what one needs to do to achieve their athletic goals and he was willing to give that commitment over those years. To say that you are a world champion at whatever grade or age or at whatever sport which you choose to partake in is the ultimate achievement and dream and now Joe Gough once again has written his name into the hall of fame of Waterford world champions and we don't have too many. Joe is now the current world indoor champion and world record holder and also world outdoor champion over 800 metres over 60 and that's

not bad for a Mitchell Street lad in my books. Joe's championships started in the heats on Thursday which were held at the Laurent Gerin stadium in Lyon France. Joe had an easy passage by his standards when winning in a time of 2.19.06 to set himself up for the semi finals the following day Friday, held in 38 degrees of heat the semi-final was not so straight forward for Joe as it was a very slow first half of the race and as the pace was picking up Joe got badly spiked not once but twice by a German and a Columbian athlete as he slipped back to 3rd with 200 to go but he showed all his experience and determination to reclaim the lead over the final 50 metres to again claim the win in a time of 2.20. His final 400 metres was covered in 66 seconds. So onto Sunday and the final of the 800 meters was held in a different stadium La Duchere Balmont and Joe was up against very stiff opposition in a line-up which consisted of Olympians and world cham-

pions. Joe who was the first person ever to set a world record at the new state of the art Athlone indoor stadium two years ago when he broke the over 60 800 metres record setting a new standard of 2.14.06. He went on to take gold at the world indoor championships in Budapest in April of last year this was his first world gold after claiming 2 silvers in previous championships he also has two European outdoor gold's to his long and growing list of achievements. In the final in Lyon on Sunday he lead it out up to 600 metres when former olympian Olekdandr Lysenko from Ukraine past him in lane 2 with 200 to go Joe was having none of it and got back on his shoulder with a 100 to go, the Ukraine was spent after this effort and ended up finishing back in 7th place. Joe had more to do after this first attempt to take his medal away from him as Omar Clok from Uraguay tried to pass but Joe held off this challenge also. The current outdoor world champion

World champion Joe Gough pictured at the medal ceremony in Lyon France last Sunday. Included are Omar Clok Uraguay 2nd and Columbia's Carlos Humberto Loiza Londona 3rd. from Colombia Carlos Humberto Loiza Londona then gave his last effort, Londona was trying to retain his crown but he too f ailed as

in the last 50 metres in the sprint for the line Joe kicked again to show a clean pair of heels to his competitors crossing the line for a famous

victory in 2.15.9. 2nd place went to Clok 2.16.89 and 3rd was Loiza in 2.17.18. As we go to press Joe is strongly considering taking on the

1,500 metres, the heats of which will go ahead Thursday of this week, we will keep you posted. For now well done champ.

21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2015

23rd Annual Mooney’s Pub Rás na Rinne WE waited all summer for a Friday evening like the one we got for last Friday evening for our annual trip to the Gaeltacht for the 23rd Annual Mooney's pub sponsored Ras Na Rinne 6 mile race which was race number 10 in the 2015 Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS Summer Series. There was a good turnout of 94 runners on the night and all completed the famed An Coinigeár course on a night that you couldn't ask to be anywhere else, such is the beauty of the place when the sun shines. The race started at 7.30 p.m. and has been the tradition for the past 23 years a member of the Mooney family got the runners on their way. This year it was special occasion in the Hilda Mooney was our honouree starter, Hilda is back from Australia for a break, home in her native An Rinne, so it was her and our honour that she was to get to officially start her first Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne in the 23 years that the event has been going. Local race organisers Seamus and Darren O'Droma and Gerry Cantwell along with the clubs road race co-ordinator Tom Leahy and his team once again had all race day details in order last Friday evening and the event went off brilliantly. Our thanks to all who helped on the night and to those who looked after the entries and results and finish area Breda, Karen, Sharon, Shirley, Irene and Liam great job efficiently done. To the

reliable Liam O’Donnell van duty, thanks to the lads at DC IMAGES David and John for brilliant snaps of the race. Thanks to our stewards on the course, thanks especially to Conor Norris and Jamie Mills on road management duty. A sincere thank you goes to Comhairle Phobail na Rinne for providing the use of their hall for taking the entries and for changing. The race Friday evening was also part of a series of races being organised by Oireachtas na Gaeilge and we thank Majella and all involved with this series for their input into our race here in An Rinne and for providing the T-shirts for the race also, this was much appreciated by all the runners. To our race sponsors Mooney’s Pub for their generous sponsorship and to Hilda Mooney who was on hand to present the winners with their prizes. Special thanks to those who provided the food for the runneres especially to Josie Ui Chuirrin for the massive cakes, thanks to the O’Droma family of An Rinn who presented their family shield to the winner on the night. Many thanks to one and all. See you in 2016. BACK TO BACK VICTORIES FOR BRIAN MURPHY AS HE CLAIMS O'DROMA FAMILY TROPHY FOR RAS NA RINNE Taking his 3rd title at Ras na Rinne last Friday evening Carrick's Brian Murphy also made it a back to back victory having won the race last year. Brian also won the race back

Brain Murphy overall winner of the 23rd Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne is presented with his prize by sponsor Hilda Mooney. in 201. As the race left the start line from the Coláiste it was Pat Hennessey who was to take the lead down the steep hill towards the Cunnigar beach section, however Brian Murphy last year's winner was in close proximity as the race crossed the stream and headed out towards Paddy Lannen's Waterford flag at the Cunnigar point. At this stage it was Noel Murphy in 3rd place and West Waterford's Kevin Kennelly 4th.

The leaders took a water's edge route to the point turn by which time Murphy had caught and passed Hennessey and indeed had opened up a sizable gap on the lone chaser. By the time our leader had made the return trip on the town side of the Cunnigar it was the Carrick man who had total control of the race and he increased his lead on the final uphill road mile to claim his 3rd and 2nd in succession Ras Na Rinne victory with a time of 31.31 which was

exactly 1 minute faster than his winning time form 2014 of 32.31. For much of the race Noel Murphy was in 3rd place but he was to finish very strongly catching the long time 2nd placed athlete Hennessey again on the uphill road section to cross the finish line in 32.10 some 28 seconds ahead of Pat Hennessey 32.38. John Leahy and club mate Kevin Kennelly battled gamely for the 4th position with both being awarded the same 33.11 finishing time however John just got the nod on a split chip timing 100 of a second. In creditably again this year a former 3 times winner of the Ras St. Joseph AC's Peter Duggan compete on the night and for his efforts Peter won the over 40 section for the 4th year in a row finishing 10th overall in the race with a time of 35.46. (He surely must be moving up a category next year). David Kenneally, Thurles Crokes AC who was welcomed among us with a group of Clonmel AC athletes finished 21st overall in a time of 37.49 to win the over 45 category. The winner of the over 50 category also seems to be making this category his very own this year as West Waterford's Ray Hahesy won in a time of 36.04. Anthony Dwyer another West Waterford Ac stalwart took the over 55 section with an excellent time of 40.40. Well done to all runners and prize winners. MEN’S RESULTS 1st Brian Murphy Carrick

AC 31.31 2nd Noel Murphy Waterford AC 32.10 3rd Pat Hennessey Ind 32.38 O/40 Peter Duggan St. Joseph’s 35.46 O/45 David Kennelly Thurles Crokes AC 37.19 O/50 Ray Hahessy West Waterford AC 36.04 O/55 Anthony Dwyer West Waterford AC 40.40 NOLLAIG O'NEILL WINS HER SECOND RAS Making her first trip to one of this year's summer series race's was Leevale AC's Nollaig O'Neill. Nollaig our series overall ladies winner in 2013 did win the Ras that year so she had her course route decided well before the off on Friday night, Nollaig who recently won the Cork city marathon from the starters gun was always going to take this year's title as after the first mile and heading out onto the Cunnigar she was well clear of the chasers. The Leevale lady came home in a time of 37.14 showing a clean pair of heels to the second finisher and another previous Ras winner Clonmel's McCann who ran a time of 39.07 with Carrick AC's Mary Molloy over a minute back in third place 40.18. The ladies category prizes were all well scattered among the participating clubs which is a good thing, the over 35 category was won by local West Waterford athlete Orna Breathnach who is running really well at the moment Orna ran a time of 44.40. The

over 40 category went to Clonmel athlete Siobhan McHugh who ran an excellent time of 40.34 while Libby McGinn Murphy Ind won the over 45 category with a good time of 44.03. The first lady over 50 was Ger Houlihan of Carrick AC in a time of 51.38 and the first junior lady was Ornaith Keane Ind 49.11 Well done to all our winners and competitors on the night. WOMEN’S PRIZE WINNERS 1st Nollaig O’Neill Leevale AC 37.14 2nd Angela McCann Clonmel AC 39.07 3rd Mary Molloy Carrickon-Suir AC 40.18 O/35 Orna Breathnach West Waterford AC 40.40 O/40 Siobhan McHugh Clonmel AC 40.34 O/45 Libby McGinn Murphy Ind 44.03 O/50 Ger Houlihan Carrick AC 51.38 J/W Orna Keane Ind 49.11 THE ZUZANA MALIKOVA PRIZE The Zuzana Malikova sports massage prize for race number 8 in the 11 race Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series are Grainne Keating and Trevor Hennessey, our thanks to Zuzana for donating these two great prizes again for this race. Zuzana is a Neuromuscular Physical Therapist and Massage therapist and is based at the Complementary Health Clinic, Tournore, and Abbeyside. She can be contacted at 087-1218721.

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very special occasion. See you there. SEAMUS POWER ENHANCES HIS WEB.COM TOUR RATING Seamus completed his four rounds on 19 under par at the Digital Alley Open in Overland park Kansas at the weekend. He finished tied 9th to move up to 52nd place in the order of merit and boosted his earnings for the season. The West Waterford professional is coming to terms with the US Web.com tour and is gradually moving to the top of the rankings and ensuring his card for the coming year. GARY HURLEY TO PLAY IN US AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP Following his magnificent display in the European International Amateur Championship in Slovakia last weekend where he fin-

ished second on 18 under par, West Waterford’s Gary Hurley heads for Chicago on Wednesday in preparation for the upcoming US Amateur Championship. He will join forces with Irish Internationals Paul Dunne and Cormac Sharvin in the prestigeous event following which the Walker Cup team is likely to be announced. All three must be serious contenders for the team based on their current rankings. “The US Amateur Championship is one of the two major championships in the calendar and the GUI is delighted to have so many panel members exempt from qualifying” said GUI General Secretary Pat Finn. “A decision was taken early this year to support our panel members in participating in the US Amateur, despite the clash with the Home Internationals,

and we wish them well in representing Ireland on the biggest International stage.” FRED DALY TROPHY West Waterford lost out to a much stronger Mallow team in the Munster semi final at Gold Coast on Sunday. Following a great campaign to date the young lads once again gave a great account of themselves and can be duly proud of their performance in the competition this year. Well done to all panel members and managers Michael Byrne and Justin Spratt for their efforts throughout 2015. Hats off to Justin who sacrificed his ticket to Croker to be with the lads in the Gold Coast. A big thank you to all the supporters who came along on the day. BELVEDERE TROPHY The second leg of the County Final is fixed for Faithlegg on Thursday, 13th

August at 3 p.m. Best of luck to Edward and his team in their quest to bring the trophy back to West Waterford after a 7 year wait. PLAYERS INVITATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP 2015 As a way of saying Thank You to our loyal members and visitors, West Waterford will host the inaugural Players Championship in October. Winners in club and Open Singles qualifying competitions in 2015 are eligible to compete in this event. Thanks to a generous sponsorship from C2C Broadband we are offering a €750 prize fund for the event. Over 60 golfers have already qualified and during August and September we are doubling the number of qualifiers from all singles competitions. So why not come along to our Open Singles any Wednesday and you could be playing in the Players Championship in October. CLUB MATCHPLAY COMPETITIONS Anyone still involved in Club Singles and Club Fourball should check the the draw sheets on the notice board. It is imperative that all outstanding matches are completed within the alotted dates. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. CLUB MIXED FOURSOMES This competition takes place on Saturday 29th and Sunday, 30th August. The format is stroke play and the best score over the two days will determine the winner. The ladies have their panel and we would ask the gents to put names on the entry sheet on notice board so we can complete the draw. JUNIOR NOTES Results junior Competition August 4th Sponsored By Seamus Power - 1st. Michael Hanlon (12) 43 pts, 2nd. Max

O’Leary, James Bennett, Martin Power, Frank Roche, Dean Whelan, John Kenneally and Andrew Hamilton with Sean Daly taking the management reigns whilst Jack Aherne was on holidays. Saturday was a lovely day in the sunny sound east … unfortunately it was Typhoon season in Kerry and despite some brave but ultimately flawed thinking the practice round consisted of two holes played, one with a gale and one across a gale whilst being pelted with torrential rain in from off the sea and (as we were kindly told) the nearest inland fresh water lake to the sea in Ireland!! Paddy O’Leary was out first and did his job well and was the only man to register a win, Andrew Hamilton and Dean Whelan were called in and the final score was 5-2 to Ardfert. A disappointed crew packed up our bags and said goodbye to the wild Atlantic way and the dream is over for another year. Our thanks to Jack and Sean for the effort put in this year and to Colm, Dermot and Ted for travelling down to support the cause. PRESIDENT’S PRIZE TO LADIES AND GENTS PRESENTED BY WILLIE HENRY The draw takes place for

pairings for this weekend President’s Prize on Thursday evening please put your name down if you are planning on competing before this to be included. STUPID GOLF RULE OF THE WEEK A fellow competitor, who has volunteered to attend the flagstick while you attempt a long putt, gets distracted and does not remove the flagstick before your ball hits it. You are penalised two strokes (Rule 17-3). CLUB MATCH PLAY Please try and organise your club singles and foursome matches as quickly as possible the deadlines are in place for a reason so as to the efficient running of the competition. LISMORE GOLF CLUB MEN’S FIXTURES Monday 10th to Thursday, 13th August – Ongoing FRONT 9 Singles Stableford Competition. Tuesday, 11th August – 12 Hole Bacon at 5.30 p.m. Friday 14th / Saturday 15th & Sunday, 16th August – President’s Prize to Ladies & Gents kindly presented by Willie Henry (GOY). Monday 17th to Thursday, 20th August – Ongoing FRONT 9 Singles Stableford Competition. Friday, 21st August – Kelleher SuperValu Open

Qualifier. Last Tee 6.15 p.m. Saturday 22nd & Sunday, 23rd August – 18 Hole V Par kindly sponsored by Tallow Credit Union. LISMORE LADIES GOLF RESULTS July 1st – 31st 9 hole Stableford ongoing. 1st Catherine Neville (31) 19 pts b2; 2nd Alice Henley (31) 19 pts b3; 3rd Mary Cashman (27) 19 pts. CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS All the first round games of the club singles have been completed and we now know who is going through to the quarter finals. In group 1 P. Bolger McCarthy had good wins over M. Beecher and C. Denn, N. O’Sullivan did the same over J. Cahillane and M. Morrissey in group 2. Sheila Denn topped group 3 over H. Lucas and F. Howard, with B. Joyce going through in group 4 over S. O’Leary and A. Henley. Captain A. Power made short work of her group 5 defeating B. Daly and M. Ahearne. L. Ní Choncubhair took the honours in group 6 ahead of J. J. Tobin and K. Moynihan. C. Neville emerged from group 7 ahead of M. Condon and D. Power with

E. Hornibrook taking the last slot ahead of U. Dowd and G. Murphy. So the quarter-final lineup is as follows: L. Ní Choncubhair v B. Joyce, E. Hornibrook v C. Neville, P. Bolger McCarthy v N. O’Sullivan, A. Power v S. Denn. Some interesting contests ahead ladies. FIXTURES Sun. 9th & Wed. 12th Aug, 18 hole Stroke, Mary Willoughby Trophy, G.O.Y. Kindly sponsored by Karen’s Beauty Salon. Sat. 15th Aug. President’s Prize to Ladies and Gents, Kindly Presented by Willie Henry. Timesheet is up in the clubhouse please make sure your name is down by Wed evening ladies. LADIES OUTING Our Captain Amanda Power has organised our annual outing for this year to go ahead on Sat. 29th Aug. to the fabulous Bunclody Golf club, with golf on the Saturday followed by dinner and craic and overnight accommodation Saturday night in the on course Hotel. Details posted up on board please put your name up and deposit in and don’t miss out on what promises to be a super weekend.

West WaterfordGolf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Competition Sat. 8th/Sun., 9th August 18 hole Sfd. 1st. Sean Healy (20) 42 pts, 2nd. David Condon 97) 41 pts, Gross: Daniel Burke (6) 34 pts 3rd. Patrick O’Riordan (6) 39 pts b9. CSS: Sat. 37 pts, Sun. 37 pts. C.L.G Na Rinne Golf Classic 1st Fintan Gee (18), Eddie Glavin (19), John Byrne (20): 101 pts. 2nd Brian McNamara (10) Stephen Spillane (13) Paul Carroll (17): 99 pts. Ladies June Whyte (16) Phil Kelly (22) Geraldine O’Connor (36): 90 pts. Non GUI: Padraig Ó Murchadha (18) Billy Breathnach (18) Ferdia Hayes (18): 61 pts. SOCIETY RESULTS Fr. O’Neill Golf Society: 1st Tom O’Donoghue (13) 39 pts, 2nd Michael Quinn (20) 38 pts. 3rd. Luke Swayne (11) 36 pts, Best Gross Maurice Conway (10) 36 pts. FIXTURES Tuesday, 11tth August – Open 13 Hole Tuesday Treat – Prizes in 3 categories. Wednesday, 12th August – Al Eile Open Qualifier 18 Hole Stableford. Friday 14th/Sat., 15th August – President’s Prize Qualifying Mr. Pat Murray. Sunday, 16th August President’s Prize final round. PRESIDENT’S PRIZE AUGUST 14-16th, 2015 Our President Mr. Pat Murray will host his presi-

dent’s prize over three days on the weekend of August 14th/15th/16th. Qualifying rounds will commence on Friday afternoon and continue throughout Saturday. Qualifiers will play in the final round on Sunday. President’s prize to the Ladies on Sunday morning tee reserved 9.30 – 11 am. This is Pat’s second year in office and during his tenure he has made an exceptional effort in bringing the club to its current status on the golfing map. Always available to officiate at events and presentations, Pat Murray has given a whole new meaning to the West Waterford Welcome. Known far and wide through his farming and business connections he has spared no effort in promoting the club and inviting members countrywide to enjoy the West Waterford experience. When it comes to sponsorship and fundraising events he has personally contributed in a major way and is responsible for many of the names on our promotional sponsor board. Much of his work at the club goes unnoticed and Pat prefers it that way. He never courts praise or glory. On August 14-16th, you the members have a unique opportunity to say thank you to someone who has unselfishly given of his time, talent, and sponsorship to our great club. We anticipate an unprecedented turnout for a

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Friday 7th / Saturday 8th & Sunday, 9th August – Kelleher SuperValu Open Qualifier Weekend: 1st Timmy Sheehan (13) 38 pts.; 2nd Trevor Sheehan (11) 37 pts.; 3rd Tim O’Leary (15) 36 pts. CSS: Saturday 68. Sunday 71 R/O. TALLOW’S TIMMY TAKES THE HONOURS Timmy Sheehan took the honours this week to claim first and ensure qualification to the end of year final. A fine round of 38 points was enough to win. Timmy turned with 17 points but a very impressive back nine tally of 21 points was the key to the win. Timmy played the ninth to the fourteenth in two under par with birdies on the 12th and 13th holes some shooting in fairness. Second and no doubt the generator of some banter amongst the Sheehans was Trevor Sheehan with 37 points! Trevor turned with 19

points and returned with 18 points to claim second, Trevor had 7 pars in his round and a birdie on the 4th for good measure. Third was former President Tim O’Leary, Tim shot some steady golf throughout with both nines in 18 points which included 7 pars. LISMORE COUNTRY CLUBS TEAM LOSE IN SEMI-FINAL The country clubs semifinal and final were held in Castlegregory golf club on Sunday last. Lismore had qualified for the semi-final by virtue of our win over Lisselan in Rafeen Creek and now Ardfert were the next team in line in the semi-final. The team consists of seven players in a singles match-play format. On Saturday afternoon there were nine bodies headed west for a practice round in anticipation of Sunday morning’s match. The chosen few were, Paddy

WWGC Open Week, FDC Sponsored Fourball. From Left: David Condon, Club Captain; Des Cleary and Brian McGee, winners; Pat Murray, Club President. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Quinn (11) 41 pts, Gross: Stephen Donovan (9) 24 gross, 3rd. Simon Kelly (15) 38 pts 4th Sean Spratt (28) 37 pts. LADIES RESULTS 18 hole S/F on Thursday, 30th July, or Monday, 3rd August, kindly sponsored by Richmond House – June Whyte (17) 38 points; Margaret O’Sullivan (22) 35 points; Eleanor Murnaghan (21) 32 points. Mna Eile Qualifier held on Thursday, 6th August – Marie T. Curran, WWGC (27) 37 points (already qualified); Shauna Wall, WWGC, (28) 37 points. Qualifiers – Frances Steele, Carrick-on-Suir GC, (34) 37 points; Jenny Gleeson, Faithlegg GC, (10) 37 points; Finola Butler, WWGC, (23) 35 points; Pat Tilson, Faithlegg GC, (20) 35 points (already qualified); Eithne Ashby, WWGC, (17) 34 points; Joanne Fox, WWGC, (22) 34 points; Delia Smith, Dungarvan GC (30) 33 points; Ann Maxwell, Slievenamon GC (29) 33 points; Nuala Harty, Dungarvan GC (25) 33 points; Mary Clancy, Gold Coast GC, (14) 33 points (already qualified); Bridget Broderick, WWGC, (29) 32 points; Nora Flynn, WWGC, (31) 32 points; June Hayes, Dungarvan GC, (20) 31 points; Margaret Fenton, Cobh GC, (14) 31 points. CSS 37 points. FIXTURES Competition this week is 18 hole S/F on Sunday 9th or Thursday, 13th August, kindly sponsored by John Kennedy Toyota Garage. August 9 hole sponsored by Ben Flynn. President’s prize to the ladies on 16th August. Matchplay matches to be played before Saturday, 15th August. DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES Every Monday night for the summer we provide an opportunity for our beginners/learners chance to try out golf in our “Desperate Housewives”. On Monday nights at 7 pm we will have some experienced ladies availlable to help out with any one who is thinking of giving the game a go. Anyone welcome to come along at 7 pm and give it a try. Please pass on word to any ladies you think might have an interest. MIXED There will be no mixed golf this weekend doe to the President’s Prize. JUNIORS Junior Golf lessons given by PGA PRO David Hayes continue for girls and boys in Lismore Golf Club. For more information please contact Laoise on 087 7512397. PRESIDENTS PRIZE Best of Luck to our President Willie Henry for a great weekend, Willie has worked very hard in organising our Jubilee celebrations and well deserves a weekend of sunshine and great competition for our last major of the year.

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DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net PRESIDENT’S PRIZE Another hectic week at the club with popular club president Liam Carroll taking centre stage. Last Wednesday evening Liam hosted the President’s Scramble with a huge turnout. A fun quiz and a jazz session by the lovely Ria and her band Deise Brass followed the golf. Our Lady Captain Creina took the honours in the quiz winning a fourball at Waterford Castle but we suspect she had help with some of the answers. A great night had by all. Liam then hosted the first round of his President’s prize over Friday and Saturday. Scoring was hot as competitors set themselves up for round two in a couple of weeks. Anthony Lynch returned a brilliant 46 points to lead by three from the evergreen Cyril Power with Dermot

McGrath and Paddy O’Brien a shot further back. Teresa Hayes leads the way in the Ladies shooting a brilliant 42 points with Aoife Lowry two shots behind. Its all to play for and an exciting day’s golf is forecast to find the winners. KEVIN STACK On the national front several of our members were in great form. In the Mullingar Scratch cup Kevin Stack caught fire in the last two rounds shooting 73 and 69 to record the best weekend score and propel himself up the leaderboard finishing in tenth spot behind Shane Lowry’s brother Alan. CONGRATS Next to Kanturk where Jake O’Riordan underlined his potential by shooting 72 to capture the Munster Under 15 Close title to win by two. Michael Troy recorded a 77 to

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THOMAS FENNELL R.I.P. One of our most respected members, Thomas Fennell, sadly passed away on Saturday. Thomas was President in 1998 and it was an honour he richly deserved. He was deeply involved in the club since it’s formation and he became a father figure to numerous Captains and Presidents and was always on hand to help out whenever needed. He loved being involved with the various teams and was Manager of the Pierce Purcell team that reached the Munster Final in 1998. For many years the three amigos, Thomas, Paddy Hannigan and George Hogan owned the 8.30 slot Monday to Friday and the three became affectionately known as the ‘last of the Summer Wine’. Thomas’s contribution to the Gold Coast was definitely above and beyond what was expected from any officer and this was attributed to when Thomas got special mention at the club’s 20th anniversary celebrations. James Veale sent us the following message: “A gentleman who did great work for the club in the early years and he was President when I was Captain and that was one of the most enjoyable years I ever had on a golf course.” For the last 10 years of his golfing life Thomas was given the distinction of starting first in all Captain’s and President’s Prizes. Club Captain Tom White:

“Thomas was an inspiration to us all when we first joined the Gold Coast, he made us feel like we belonged and became a great friend to us all, he will be sadly missed.” Both Thomas and his beloved Helen joined the Club when it was formed and Helen became Lady Captain in 1995 and Lady President in 2000 and served for many years on the committee. Both Thomas and Helen gave many years of service to the Gold Coast and one cannot express in words the debt of gratitude owed to this wonderful couple. On Monday the club provided a ‘Guard of Honour’ at Abbeyside Church for Thomas. Our sympathy to Helen and daughter Caroline and the extended Fennell family. On Sunday last at the presentation of prizes for the Fred Daly Mr. John Moloughney, Chairman of the Munster Council expressed the sympathy of the Branch to Thomas’s family. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam. FRED DALY MUNSTER FINALS On Sunday last the Gold Coast hosted the Munster Finals of the Fred Daly Trophy with two semi-finals taking place on Sunday morning. Kinsale played Limerick and Mallow played West Waterford. Kinsale and Mallow both qualified for the final which teed off at 2.30 p.m. In the final two matches

finish in the top twenty. Not to be outdone AJ Hayes showed his class by winning the Munster Junior Masters at Charleville in the Under 7 section. Congrats to all. GUI FIXTURES THIS WEEKEND Another busy week is forecast. This Weekend we host the GUI Munster finals in the Senior and Junior Cup as well as the Barton Shield. It kicks off on Saturday morning with Ballybunion taking on Shannon and defending champions Muskerry facing Youghal in the Barton Shield. The Senior Cup follows with Tramore facing Monkstown and Tralee meeting Limerick. The Junior cup takes place on Sunday with Limerick facing Ballybunion and Mitchelstown meeting Douglas. This is the cream of Munster golf and we look forward to welcoming the teams to Dungarvan There will be current and former internationals on show in what promises to be golf of the highest quality. We wish all the teams the best of luck and we hope they enjoys the Dungarvan experience. Summer Medal Qualifier Results May - Front 9 - Mary Phelan (23) 21 pts; Back 9 Bridget Aherne (14) 21 pts June - Front 9 - June Hayes (24) 23 pts; Back 9 -

Kate McNamara (34) 22 pts July - Front 9 - Kolette Enright (36) 20 pts; Back 9 Kolette Enright (36) 22 pts September Final Wednesday, 2nd 5.30 pm 9 hole s/f Monthly prizes will be presented after the final on Wednesday, September 2nd at 5.30 p.m. 5 cards needed to qualify so remember to return ALL cards no matter what the score NOTES FROM THE PROSHOP: Our resident professional David reports a busy season to date. Lessons are very popular at the moment with David offering video feedback to his clients. Lithium batteries and Cobra equipment are proving popular and David offers the best prices in town. You can follow the Proshop activities on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com where you can access his online catalogue and grab a bargain. JUNIOR NOTES: Unfortunately, the poor weather forced the postponement of our Junior Captains Prize. This event will be rescheduled but this Wednesday we host the Juvenile Cup. All our junior events are open so feel free to bring a friend. Our matchplays are now at the round

went up the 19th hole before eventually Mallow won the final match on the 18th hole to take the title. EARLY FOR A CHANGE Like all golf clubs Gold Coast have a few players who always struggle to just barely make their tee time. On Sunday last it was strange to see one of these players arrive nearly an hour before his time. Well done Austin. FIXTURES Tuesday, 11th August: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. Friday, 14th August: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 15th August: Club Competition. Sunday, 16th August: Monthly Medal. Tuesday, 18th August: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. RESULTS Tuesday, 4th August: Open Seniors, CSS 36 pts Reduction Only. 1st: Sean De Paor (25) 38 pts. 2nd: Donal Coughlan (12) 36 pts. 1st Lady: Martina Corkery (24) 28 pts. Friday, 7th August: Open Singles, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Sean Ryan (19) 43 pts; 2nd: Jonathan Hanlon (9) 37 pts West Waterford; Gross: Conor Morrissey (3) 33 pts West Waterford. Saturday, 8th August: CSS 37 pts. 1st: David Mulvihill (17) 42 pts. 2nd: Peter McArdle (20) 39 pts. Gross: Micheal White (4) 31 pts. Sunday, 9th August: Gold Coast Cup, CSS 36 pts. 1st: Willie Flavin (17) 38 pts. Gross: Derek Power (3) 32 pts. PRESIDENT’S PRIZE 2015: The President’s Prize, kindly presented by Tony Sheehan, will take place this month with qualifying on

Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd and the final on Saturday, 29th August. The timesheet is now open for players to enter. The draw for partners will take place on Wednesday, 19th August at 4.30 p.m. Only players entered for this draw can go on to win the 1st prize. PRESIDENT’S SKINS AND PRESENTATION OF PRIZES The Skins will take place on Wednesday, 19th August, starting at 4.30 p.m. The usual BBQ, weather permitting, will start about 6 p.m. All members are welcome to come along for this fun event. New members are especially welcome and for them it is a very good way of getting to meet and know regular members. It only costs a €1 to enter or re-enter. MATCH-PLAYS All match-play tournaments are up to date and the situation is as follows: The Gold Coast Cup Singles is down to the semifinals where Paddy Walsh will play Derek Power and John W Walsh will play Danny Kiely. The date for completion of these matches is 24th August. The Michael White Foursomes is ready for the final in which Michael Kavanagh and Michael Whelan will play Tom White and John Flynn. This match must be played by 20th September. The Willie Barron Fourball is at quarter-final stages, matches as follows: Brian O’Connor & Johnny Ryan Declan Kiely & Andy Travers Brian Fahey & Austin Kiely Jnr Jimmy O’Dwyer & Paddy Walsh v Tony Sheehan & Liam Clancy.

19 two and competitors are reminded to play their matches on time. Tuition for our beginners and prejuniors continues next Saturday at 3 pm under the watchful eye of Club professional David Hayes. Many thanks to James for his assistance last week. Juniors are reminded that in the event of a cancelled competition we endeavour to post the cancellation on the timesheet and Facebook as quickly as possible to help you avoid unnecessary journeys. Any junior enquiries can be directed to Club Professional David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. CLUB RAFFLE The Club thanks all members and visitors who bought and sold tickets for the Club Raffle. Your support was very much appreciated. The lucky prizes winners were as follows:

5th Prize Finbarr Hallahan: *2 Nights B&B + 1 Dinner for 2 in a choice of Flynn Hotels 6th Prize Michael Brosnan: *Canteen of Belleek Cutlery 7th Prize Diarmuid O’Neill: *Voucher for O’Reillys Butchers, Kilmacthomas

*1st Prize Mary Ann Coffey: ONE WEEK HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION IN STUDIO APT. IN CANNES Including €300 Travel Voucher 2nd Prize Edward Lowry: Free 2015/2016 Membership Subscription 3rd Prize Ruth Byrne: *2 Nights B&B + 1 Dinner for 2 at McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris 4th Prize Pat Curley: *Watercolour Painting

*Prizes Kindly Sponsored by Club Members DUNGARVAN GENTS RESULTS AUGUST Monday, 3rd Open Singles 1. P. Drummy (9) 39 2. D. Verling (18) 38 3. TC Curran (11) 37 4. George Walsh (15) 36 5. P. J. Kindregan (8) 36 CSS 37 Thurs. 6th SPAR Open Singles: 1. Noel Slater (11) 44 2. John Treen (12) 44 Gross Jack Leacy (1) 35 3. Michael Kelly (9) 40 4. Kieran McCarthy (10) 39 css 37 DUNGARVAN GENTS FIXTURES: Thurs 13th Spar Open Singles Fri 14th Open Gents Singles Sat 15th Sun 16th Course Closed to accommodate GUI Fixtures. Mon 17th Open seniors 50+ DUNGARVAN LADIES RESULTS Monday, 3rd Open Singles 1. Kathleen McNamara (32) 36 Visitor Bernadette Carroll (16) 30 CSS 35 DUNGARVAN LADIES FIXTURES Sat 15th – Course Closed to accommodate GUI Fixtures Mon. 17th Open Seniors 50+ Tues. 18th

Ladies 18h S/F YOUNG ONES NEXT COMPETITON: 12th August at 2.30 p.m B9. SIXTY.COM NEXT COMPETITION Wednesday, 12th August Draw draw for partners at 2 p.m. JUNIOR NOTES Unfortunately the poor weather forced the postponement of our Junior Captains Prize. This event will be rescheduled but this Wednesday we host the Juvenile Cup. All our junior events are open so feel free to bring a friend. Our matchplays are now at the round two and competitors are reminded to play their matches on time. Tuition for our beginners and prejuniors continues next Saturday at 3pm under the watchful eye of Club professional David Hayes. Many thanks to James for his assistance last week. Juniors are reminded that in the event of a cancelled competition we endeavour to post the cancellation on the timesheet and Facebook as quickly as possible to help you avoid unnecessary journeys. Any junior enquiries can be directed to Club Professional David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net.

All matches to be completed by 9th August. The Dawn International Mixed Foursomes is also down to quarter-final stages and the matches are as follows: Kieran Cullinan & Ruth Hannigan v Micheal White & Mary O'Callaghan Tom White & Rebecca Kavanagh v John Queally & Patricia Doyle Derek Power & Gillian Cashman v Michael Whelan & Mary Kiely Jimmy Beresford & Bernie Morrissey v Michael Kavanagh & Elaine Goss JUNIOR NOTES Results: Thursday, 6th August: 13 Holes, 37+ handicap: 1st: Rian Hayes (50) 37 pts. 2nd: Brian Kiely (49) 33 pts. 3rd: Eoin Pollock (54) 30 pts. Cat 0-18: 1st: Conor Rowe (15) 40 pts Waterford. Cat 19-36: Eoin Twomey (36) Junior Opens: Every Thursday 1 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. juniors with handicap 0-36. 1.30 To 2.00 p.m. PreJuniors, handicaps 37+. Entry fee: Members €3, Visitors €5. Category Prizes. Coaching: Coaching continues on Monday evenings at 6.30 p.m. in the practice area with resident coach Ian Prendergast. It costs just €3 for a 45 minute session and it is always great fun and worthwhile. LADIES NOTES Coaching: Coaching for Ladies with Ian Prendergast takes place every Monday evening at 7.15pm; this is available to all ladies and especially beginners. The sessions last for 45 minutes and the cost is €4 per session. Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 18 hole 2 card competition sponsored by Cliff House and

Members. Entry €5 and reentry €3 Mon., 17th Aug; Open 3 Ball Rumble sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre Wed. 19th Aug. President’s Skins and BBQ from 4.30 pm Sun. 23rd Aug. President’s Prize to Ladies (Tony Sheehan). Sat, 29th Aug. Lady President’s Prize (Joan O’Dea). Committee meeting: Our next meeting is on Friday, 14th Aug. at 8 pm in Bunker Bar, as this is an important meeting all members are required to attend. President’s Skins and BBQ: The President’s Skins event takes place on Wed., 19th Aug. from 4.30 p.m., presentation of all outstanding prizes takes place in the Bunker Bar after the skins. If you are a recipient of a prize, please attend or delegate someone to accept the prize in your absence. Ladies Outing: Our ladies outing this year will be to Tipperary Golf Club on Sunday, 13th September, tee times from 11.30 am. An all inclusive package has been arranged to include tea/coffee and scones on arrival, 18 holes of golf and a three course meal for €38 per person. If you want the opportunity to play a wonderful course and enjoy a great day out, please add your name to list in kiosk. More information to follow!! Omni Group: The Omni Group meet every Wed. at 1.45 pm for registration, this a fun 10 hole competition with a chat and a cuppa afterwards!! Eileen Murphy Foursomes Qualifer: This is an ongoing competition starting on Sun. 19th July to Mon., 10th Aug, play as often as

you wish with as many partners as you can. The pairing with the best score goes forward to represent the Club in Cork. Ladies club Foursomes: Draw now made for above competition and is posted in kiosk. First round to be played before 21st Aug. Sheila Norris Singles Matchplay: This is one of our major matchplay competitions of the year kindly sponsored by Sheila Norris for which we are so grateful. Sheila, a past President of the club has always been an advocate of good golf, and deems strokeplay or matchplay to be the epitome of the game!! Sheila has always been so generous with her sponsorship, and many a hard battle has been fought to attain the coveted prize!! The 3rd round of this competition must be played before 15th Aug. Dawn International Mixed Foursomes: We are now heading towards semifinal stage in this competition and this is where the real battle begins!! Wishing you all the best of luck in your next round matches!! Condolences: The ladies club would like to convey their sympathy to Helen and the extended Fennell family on the recent death of her husband Thomas, who was a past President of our Club. May he rest in peace. New Membership Offers: Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we have a very generous subscription on offer for new members, please refer to men’s notes for details or contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk.

SOCCER

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Stradbally FC LOTTO There was no Jackpot winner in the Lotto Draw in O'Mahony's Durrow. The numbers drawn were 3, 5, 13, 19. €25 to : Rita O’Brien, Tom O'Mahony, Francis Sheehan. Promoter’s prizewinner: John Sheehan. Next draw is in Whelan’s Bar on Sunday, August 23rd, and the Jackpot on offer will be €3,100. Thanks to all who continue to

support our Lotto. UNDER 12S & 13S Training for Under 12s and 13s is on today (Wednesday) 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. ADULTS Rathgormack are the visitors for a pre-season tie tonight (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. FAI NATIONAL DRAW Tickets for the FAI National Draw are now on sale at €10

each, from all club members. Wide range of valuable prizes, including cars, are on offer. ASTROTURF The AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg at 087 2306841. CLUB KITS There are some club kits available in children's sizes. Ideal birthday presents. Contact Aine at 087 7618127.

Pictured is the newly refurbished home dressing room at Kilrush Park. Thanks to Tommy Butler and Chris O'Donnell for their support and anyone who contributed

Dungarvan United FC

Kevin, walking the tight rope at the Stradbally FC Summer Camp.

Man Utd v Brugge – Live! UEFA Champions League 19:30 Tuesday, 18th August, 2015 MANCHESTER United look to return to the group stage of the UEFA Champions League as they take on Club Brugge in the first leg of their play-off round tie. United missed out on Europe last season for the first time in 25 years. Will Louis Van Gaal’s side make it back to the top table of European soccer? Tommy Martin introduces the action, commentary from Kevin Kilbane and David McIntyre. Followed by all the goals from the night’s other first leg ties.

Ballinroad FC BALLINROAD AFC PITCH DEVELOPMENT LOTTO DRAW RESULTS - 9th AUGUST, 2015 Numbers drawn were: 5, 7, 10, 16. No winner. Winners of €20 each: Maura Boland, John O’Connell, Hugh Keogh. New jackpot €10,000. Next draw on Sunday, 23rd August, 2015 in Maguires Pub, Ballinroad. Thank you for your support.

Tried & Tested Triathlon Club members Darren, Elia, and Cal Tutty with Irish Elite Pro Bryan Keane.

PREMIER TEAM It's been great to see the Premier Team training hard over the pre-season, the players and managers alike got a glimpse of their labours coming to fruition on Friday night when we welcomed League of Ireland club Cobh Ramblers to Kilrush Park for a challenge. Dungarvan Utd 4; Cobh Ramblers (U-19) 3. It was a glorious evening and a good crowd turned out to watch the action on the prestine main pitch. All were welcome in the club afterwards for some sandwiches and refreshments. All involved in Dungarvan United are looking forward to whatever the coming season may bring. Thanks to all those who supported on Friday and we hope we can count on such support over the coming months. DUNGARVAN UNITED FUNDRAISING EVENT There will be a clothing recycling drive in aid of Club Development on Saturday, 22nd August, 2015. Please drop off all items between now and 22 August, 2015. Please donate all your clean unwanted clothes also

Kaiesha Tobin, attending trials for the Ireland squad bed linen, towels, curtains, shoes, bags, belts and soft toys. Wearable clothes will be recycled and re-used and other items will be recycled for items, such as, industrial wipes or soundproofing. Laptops (must be intact with lead). Also mobile

phones are accepted but please keep separate . No household bric a brac or books. If you cannot make it to the clubhouse on the day, please contact 086 886 5829. We can arrange collection before the 21st August to make arrangements for collection of items. Thank you for your support for taking the time and effort to support our fundraising drive. NATIONAL TRIALS Great news filtered through the club this week that club player Kaiesha Tobin has made it through to the next trials for the Ireland squad. all involved in the club wish Kaiesha the very best in the next round. GOOD LUCK! SUMMER CAMP 2!! Put the gaming control down and get match fit for the coming season #tekkers. Don't forget to book Monday, 20th August, 4 days from 10 am-2.30 pm. Group 1: Ages 6-11 years; Group 2 Ages 12-14 years. €35 per child. Don't delay book today. FIXTURES Waterford Women’s

Mark "Gizzy" Crotty, recipient of the coveted manage of the month award for the performances of his under 7 side. League - Johnville v Dungarvan at 7 pm. SCHOOLBOYS REGISTRATIONS We are still taking registrations for players born in 2002 & 2004. If you want to play U12 or U-14 next season please contact 086 886 5829.

Tried & Tested Triathlon Club members Dave Campbell, Gareth Pope, Darren Tutty, Criostoir O’Reilly, Padraig Healy who competed in the Cork Tri Club’s annual spring event in Kinsale.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Waterford’s Showjumping hat-trick at Dublin Horse Show By Brian Hennessy THE Discover Ireland Dublin Horse Show drew to a close on Sunday last at the RDS in Ballsbridge, but not before Waterford riders scored three memorable show jumping victories at the famous Ballsbridge arena. Dungarvan’s Sarah-Kate O’Donovan was the only rider in the Amateur final to produce a double clear round, lifting the trophy after a superb performance with her own mare Valenthina. The result was even more remarkable considering the mare was the oldest horse in the competition at 19-yearsold. The result was a repeat of Sarah-Kate O’Donovan’s RDS performance in 2012 when she again claimed the Dublin Horse Show Amateur title with Knockenpower Ginger. A second win for Waterford came in Saturday’s young rider 1.30m final, where Laura Connors grabbed the winner’s rosette with the Ann Connors owned Justjump. They finished with over two seconds to spare over their nearest rivals, the fastest of four double clear rounds. Waterford riders dominated the five-year-old horse championship, with Cappagh’s Gemma Phelan adding to her growing reputation as a leading younghorse producer and gave Waterford its third RDS win of the week.

Phelan lifted the trophy with the Noel Ryan owned Luidam gelding RVS Lui Fortunus after they finished with almost a full second to spare over their nearest challengers. There was further success for the Deise with Colligan’s Peter Moloney taking fifth place with the stallion Compelling Z, who is owned by Carmel and Dermot Ryan from Waterford City. Meanwhile, in the sixyear-old horse championship Gemma Phelan finished fourth with Mr. O’Brien Two You, a gelding owned by William O’Brien from Aglish, Co. Waterford. IRELAND WIN AGA KHAN AND DOMINATE INTERNATIONAL CLASSES In one of the most successful ever years for Irish riders at the Dublin Horse Show, Ireland won the Aga Khan trophy while riders in green jackets also scored an incredible seven International wins at the RDS. Ireland emerged triumphant in Friday’s crucial Nations Cup, with a decisive win in the Aga Khan Trophy competition, registering a team total of four faults and the last man not needing to jump in the final round. Twenty-year-old Wexford rider Bertram Allen opened for Ireland on the 17 year-old Romanov, but with the added difficulty of also being the first competitor of the eight nations tackling the

course. Allen came home with just one fence down to put four faults on the board for his team. Second up, and making his Aga Khan debut, was Tipperary’s Greg Broderick on the Irish Sport Horse MHS Going Global, but the novelty of the occasion was lost on the nine year-old horse, who delivered a confident clear round in front of a packed stadium. Third man in was Olympic Bronze medallist Cian O’Connor with his new horse Good Luck, also making its first appearance at the Dublin Nations’ Cup, but the gelding lived up to its name, as O’Connor came home with all the poles standing. Offaly’s Darragh Kenny and Sans Souci Z maintained the rhythm with yet another clear round for Ireland, leaving the host nation on a zero score at the end of the first round, and leading the field, but with the Netherlands just one fence behind and Great Britain in third with a five fault total. In the second round, Bertram Allen rectified his previous single mistake with a more typical classic clear, and when Broderick and MHS Going Global recorded one of only two double clear rounds achieved in the whole competition, Ireland’s position started to look unassailable. The Netherlands fell back to an eight fault total, while the British team collapsed in the second round to finish on 23 faults.

Supreme Hunter Champion Woodfield Alight and Rosemary Connors Supreme Hunter Champion at the 2015 Discover Ireland Dublin Horse Show. [Vincent Morrissey]

Cian O’Connor, celebrating his 100th Nations’ Cup cap for Ireland, came into the

Sarah Kate O’Donovan and Valenthina on their way to winning the Amateur National Championship on Saturday evening in the Main Arena.

arena for the second time with one fence in hand for his team and when he and Good Luck came home on just four faults the home victory was sealed. With now just a total of four faults on the scorecard, anchorman Darragh Kenny did not need to jump to confirm Ireland’s first Aga Khan win since 2012. Team Manager Robert Splaine said after the competition: "This was a momentous occasion for us, as it always is when we win in front of the home crowd, whose enthusiasm always lifts our game. This Aga Khan victory falls in with our overall plan, with different combinations improving and maturing as the year progresses. We do aspire to be the best in the world, and hopefully others are now seeing that this is possible. We have had tremendous support as well, from our new corporate sponsors Investec, from Horse Sport Ireland’s chairman Pat Wall and from the generous owners, whose faith in continuing to provide us with world class horses I hope is now being rewarded. Points gained in front of an ecstatic crowd also

ensured that Ireland will stay in Division One of the Furusiyya FEI Nations’ Cup league for 2016, and their fifth place on the series table now qualifies Robert Splaine’s chosen squad for inclusion in the Nations’ Cup Final at Barcelona in September. The Netherlands took second place in the Aga Khan competition, with eight faults, while Switzerland finished third on 13 faults. IRISH DOMINATION Meanwhile, Ireland dominated the international classes at the RDS, scoring seven wins in total. Greg Broderick, Billy Twomey, Paul O’Shea and Conor Swail all scored one victory apiece, while Dermot Lennon finished as leading international with a hat-trick of wins during the week. ROSEMARY CONNORS TAKES SUPREME RIDDEN HUNTER CHAMPIONSHIP FOR THE THIRD TIME Rosemary Connors of Woodstown and formerly of Stradbally took the Supreme Hunter Championship with her homebred Woodfield Alight. The Albano gelding

came through the Lightweight Hunter section winning his “6 to 8 year old class” on Thursday. The combination then progressed to win the overall lightweight hunter section on their way to gaining the coveted Supreme Hunter Championship in the main arena on Saturday morning. This was Rosemary’s third Supreme Hunter Championship, having previously won with Woodfield Indo (2009) and Woodfield Valier (2010). Another to stand out in the showing rings on Thursday was Paddy Cotter’s Rehy I Am A Star. Again ridden by Rosemary Connors, this previous Dublin winner won his five year old lightweight class and then later in the evening took the Ladies Side Saddle class. What was a wonderful week for the Waterford rider, she also produced the Bridget MacAuley owned Callisto Sunrise to win the 5 year old middle-weight class. In the 5 to 10 year old Working Class on Sunday evening the Tim Beecher owned Loughnatousa Tia and ridden by Paul Beecher were placed second in a hotly contested competition.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Causeway Bowls Club B.L.I. Southern League 2015 WELL here we are again, playing on grass. We had ventured down to the ICICYMA Bowls club in Cork for our return match with a team that we were equal to; on our own artificial surface. We started off steady enough but soon found out that we were not up to standard of the opposition and unfortunately lost heavily in

the opening to matches. However, the third match was much closer and on the last end we were three points up but lost the final end by four points so losing by one. I was thinking at the time how last week the Australian cricketers in the Ashes matches were wishful of the heavens to open up and force a draw in their game. They, as we, were not to get any assistance from

above and had to resign ourselves to our fate and drag ourselves off to get sustenance from the table of plenty our opposition had laid out for us. We had lost all three games but had enjoyed the competition and friendly attitude that emitted from our hosts. We now look forward to our next endeavour; the Shotts Cup match in Dublin next Sunday.

Club members with Tour de France and Giro D'italia stage winner (and brother of Declan), Martin Earley at the Tour of Kildare.

Best wishes go out to these three members from Youghal CYMS who proudly represented the Republic of Ireland at the "Home International Snooker Championships" in Leeds, United Kingdom, from the 10th - 14th, August, 2015. Noel Landers and Ross Bulman are playing in the Irish U-16 Team and Adam Fitzgerald is playing in the Irish U-21 Team. The boys flew out on Sunday with their families and will no doubt proudly represent the town and their country on the green baize this week.

Dungarvan Boxing Club THIS year’s Celtic Box Cup is proving to be the most successful to date. The number of entries from foreign boxers is almost trebled on last years, including boxers from Australia, Dubai, Portugal, Poland and the U.K. already confirmed. The Irish boxing clubs will be the last to enter as the season is just about to start for them. This boxing tournament has grown from strength to strength since it started three years ago. It caters for boxers from 17 upwards to senior elite, Male and Female. The box cup is a three day event from the 25th to the 27th of September and will take place in the Sports Centre Dungarvan with two full size competition rings in

action. There will be a lot of wellknown boxing people in town over the week-end, Olympic Champion Michael Carruth, Gary “SPIKE” Sullivan, from Maryland U.S.A. Bobby McGruder chief organiser of the World Golden Gloves who boxed Sugar Ray Leonard no less than 5 times, just to name a few. The closing date for entries is the 7th of September or when we reach 300 boxers whichever comes first. This is now recognised as one of the biggest boxing events in Europe and should bring several thousand people to the town over the week-end. A BLAST FROM THE PAST A very good friend of the

local club Mr. Bernard O’Shea walked into the club on Monday last. He is home on holiday from Chicago with his family and is a native of Cappoquin. Bernard boxed for Dungarvan B.C. for many years and used to travel down to train on a Honda 50 with his good friend Timmy “The Warrior” Coughlan. That was 25 years ago and Bernard is now a boxing referee in the “Windy City” after a very successful boxing career where he competed in the Golden Gloves on many occasions. Bernard has arranged for the Dungarvan Boxing Club to compete in Chicago on a number of occasions and it is hoped to travel there again early next year.

Pictured at Dungarvan Boxing Club recently was a visitor from the Chicago. (L to R): Gerry O'Mahony, Cody Coughlan, Timmy Coughlan, Bernard O'Shea, Killian Walsh.

MARK POWER WINS A2 AT SUIR VALLEY He hasn't done too much racing recently but Mark Power pulled off a fantastic result to win the A2 category at the Suir Valley 3 day over the August bank holiday. Class is permanent sham. He was 13th overall. John Hodge rode a great race to also finish top 20 overall, while the evergreen Pat Kenealy clocked up yet another Suir Valley. ERRIGAL YOUTH TOUR Also over the August Bank holiday weekend Mark McGarry headed to the rolling hills of Donegal to take part in the 2015 Errigal International Youth Tour. This tour which is in its fourth successful year attracts the top youth riders from as far as South Africa, Malta and Monaco along with the top riders from the UK. Four stages would be held over the three days of action around, up and over the spectacular hills of Donegal. The wet and windy conditions along with the terrain would prove to be testing for all the 250 youth riders that entered the Tour. On stage one Mark was unlucky to not bridge a gap that was formed by a three strong breakaway who managed to stay away, but he did manage to attain a comfortable fourth position. Stage 2 was the Time Trial where Mark produced a time that would hold him in 4th position. Stage three is where

Mark went for it, he broke away on his own but unfortunately he was reeled in by a chasing breakaway and with a serious hill finish he lost his overall position due to the earlier breakaway effort. Mark was now 6th overall. The Crit was the final stage where the streets of Letterkenny were fenced off for what would be a hair-raising sight for all spectators when riders were heading into corners at high speed in wet conditions. Despite a few spills all finished in one piece. There were five laps in Marks race where he had a lot of work to do to get to the front of the group of 60 riders after a poor start. Mark led the race in the penultimate lap where the inevitable attacks came hard and fast and where in the blistering sprint Mark came in 8th which didn't affect his overall GC position of 6th place. A very creditable performance in what was field of top international riders. Besides the trophies and memories Mark brought home he has gained an invaluable experience from the 2015 Errigal International Youth Tour. DAN O'DONOVAN MEMORIAL FERMOY It was a short hop to Fermoy last Sunday for racing, and we were in the prizes yet again. Mark McGarry took the under 12 race with another strong performance. Conor Coleman rode another good race, 6th in the under

Mark McGarry - winner of under 12 race in Fermoy last Sunday.

16. In the Senior racing Daryl Kearns took a good 6th place. Well done shams. CLUB TT The annual club Time Trial competition takes place on Wednesday, 12th August and will be on the Ballinroad to 5 Cross Roads out and back route. The competition is open to anybody with at least a club competition licence, but only club members can lift the cup. All categories will be catered for. No prizes, but for the ultimate test, surely the only prize needed is the honour and glory of taking your category. TT bikes are allowed but we will also recognise and bestow huge kudos to the fastest on a road bike, the athlete's championship. Sign on will be at Ballinroad hall from 6:30, with first rider away at 7:00. WEEKEND SPINS Saturday saw the club spin head up the Carrick road, back to Kilmac, the 5 cross roads, and Durrow. Chapeau also to the club members who went on an epic spin from Ballymac, to Passage, Dunmore East, Tramore, and the Coast road. A long way to go for some decent buns shams. On Sunday we were well represented on Youghal CC's annual Vee challenge as well as on the Martin Earley Tour of Kildare. There were options for those not travelling. Groups 1 & 2 took in both the Comeraghs and Knockmealdowns going to

Durrow, the Mauma, Ballymac, Newcastle, climbing over to Affane, on to Clashmore, and back the main road. Group 5 had 9 riders, along with some of the Bike4Life group as far as Lismore, coffee and back to Dungarvan. It was nice to see 4 new cyclists in the group. Group 4 had a 100k Sean Kelly training spin. Good weather, good scenery, and the craic was mighty. Kudos to all. To be informed of the weekend's routes please check the Facebook page on Saturdays or send an email to spininfo@dungarvancc.com requesting to be added to the list to receive the routes. Club spins leave at 9:00, from John Foley’s Kilrush on Saturdays, and The Square on Sundays. CYCLING QUOTE “Tallow is like Heathrow, you must go through it if you want to go anywhere worth going to.” Frank justifies his route selection. I'm pretty sure Ray will back him up. CONTACT US You will find loads of updates, tips, photos, and commentary on the club’s Facebook page and on the club website dungarvancc.com. We're even on Twitter if 140 characters is about all you can handle. Join the Dungarvan Cycling Club group on Strava to see what everyone else is up to.

Conor Coleman collects his prize in Fermoy last Sunday.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

LISMORE GOLF CLUB GOLDEN JUBILEE

Lismore Golf Club Golden Jubilee, Ecumenical Service, Dean Paul Draper, Fr. Michael Cullinan, Willie Henry, President; Amanda Power, Lady Captain; Katherine Draper, Sean Daly, Captain. [Pat Crowley]

Lismore Golf Club Golden Jubilee celebrations. L-R: Sean Daly, Captain; Amanda Power, Lady Captain; Willie Henry, President. [Pat Crowley]

Lismore Golf Club Golden Jubilee celebrations. L-R: Sean Moynihan, Katherine Moynihan, VicePresident, Willie Henry, President. [Pat Crowley] Lismore Golf Club Golden Jubilee celebrations. L-R: Tim Hegarty, Alice Power, Kay O'Donovan, Dr. Alfie O'Donovan, Rita Hegarty, Ann McCarthy, Sean Daly, Captain; Deirdre Hallahan, Mary Fives; Helen Leonard. [Pat Crowley]

Lismore Golf Club Golden Jubilee 9 Hole Par 3 competition Willie Henry, President; Michael O'Grady, winner; Sean Daly, Captain. [Pat Crowley] Lismore Golf Club Golden Jubilee celebrations. L-R: Mary Beecher, Pauline Conlon, Brid Henry, Ann McCarthy, Gretta Barry, Mary Cashman, Eleanor Ronayne. [Pat Crowley]

Lismore Golf CLub Golden Jubilee celebrations. L-R: Daphne Power, Sheila Norris, Pat Norris, Michael O'Regan, Catherine O'Regan, [Pat Crowley] Marion Walsh, Tom O'Donovan.

Lismore Golf Club Jubilee Weekend Left to Right: Willie Henry (President), Amanda Power (Lady Captain), Sean Daly (Captain) cutting the cake.

TALKING HORSES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 14 August, 2015

Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures

Smullen continues on winning ways

Gowran Park - Wednesday, 12th August (First Race 5.30) Leopardstown – Thursday, 13th August (First Race 5.20) Tramore – Thursday, 13th August (First Race 5.10) Tramore – Friday, 14th August (First Race 5.15) Tramore – Saturday, 15th August (First Race 4.10) Tramore – Sunday, 16th August (First Race 2.20) Dundalk – Sunday, 16th August (First Race 2.10)

Mullins and Townend settle for two THE betting suggested Willie Mullins and Paul Townend would win three races at Downpatrick on Sunday but in the end, the pair left the popular Ulster venue with two winners. They were the toast of punters as Childrens List took the rated hurdle and Westerner Lay won the 2m7f maiden hurdle but in the opening 2m2f maiden hurdle, Listen Dear let the side down when beaten by the Sean McParlan-trained, Noel McParlan-ridden Itshard To No. Balbriggan trainer Peter Cluskey teamed up with Mark Bolger to win the 2m2f handicap hurdle with 25/1 shot Ciankyle who was easily the longest priced winner of the meeting. Gordon Elliott and Luke Dempsey took the mares’ handicap hurdle with 9/1 chance Rosie Revenue while 11/2 shot Mr Mulliner was the five-length winner of the handicap chase for Mark McNiff and Derek Fox. Punters had the last laugh when the gambled-on Present Flower ran away with the bumper for Paul Cashman and Paul Casey.

Fitting winner of Kieran Kelly Memorial at Kilbeggan THE Sandra Hughes-trained Guitar Pete, who was ridden by Jonathan Burke, was a most appropriate winner of the Kieran Kelly Memorial Beginners’ Chase at Kilbeggan on Saturday. Kelly rode many big winners for Hughes’ late father Dessie before his tragic death following a fall at the course in 2003. Jessica Harrington continued her fine run when teaming up with Barry Geraghty to win the mares’ novice hurdle with even money favourite Tri Na Ceile. Liz Doyle and Brian O’Connell joined forces to win the opening maiden hurdle with Bright Prospect while Denis Hogan both trained and rode Troubled Soul to win the 2m maiden hurdle. Valours Minion defied his age to win the handicap chase, the 12-year-old scoring for Val O’Brien and Mark Enright. 25/1 chance Rock On Rosie won the handicap hurdle for Adrian Joyce and Shane Shortall while punters suffered another reversal when 20/1 outsider Lockeen Girl took the bumper for George Webb and Paul O’Neill.

Smullen Masterclass at Cork PAT Smullen was in top-form at Cork on Tuesday where he rode three winners. The champion jockey had an easy time of it in the opener when he made all the running on the Joe Murphy-trained 2/5 favourite Only Mine but had to work much harder on 5/4 favourite Eshera who landed the Listed Platinum Stakes by just a head from Wychwood Warrior. Smullen rode a second winner for Dermot Weld when Zannda scored by a head from Altesse in the Group 3 Give Thanks Stakes at odds of 11/4. Robbie Downey rode his second winner in 24 hours when successful on the Eddie Lynam-trained Eighteen Summers who easily won the 1m apprentice handicap. Tommy Stack and Billy Lee landed the 6f handicap with Barbeque while the fillies’ handicap went to Empress Toorah who was ridden by Leigh Roche for trainer Sabrina Harty. The Garrett Power-trained Annadiamond ran out the 10/1 winner of the 12f handicap in the hands of Colin Keane.

Ruby Walsh gains first Australian win RUBY Walsh enjoyed yet another milestone moment in his fantastic career when he won the Australian Grand National at Ballarat in Victoria on Sunday. Walsh was riding in the country for the first time and he steered the Ciaron Mahertrained Bashboy to an historic third successive win in the race. “As a jump jockey you don’t get many opportunities to ply your trade abroad. I’m over the moon I was asked to come, even happier he won. It’s been a great day and I really enjoyed the experience of my first rides in Australia,”said Walsh who has now ridden the winners of the English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh Grand Nationals.

Air Force Blue (Joseph O'Brien) winning the Keeneland Phoenix Stakes The Curragh.

[Patrick McCann]

First Juvenile Group 1 event goes to Ballydoyle AIR Force Blue landed the first Group 1 race of the season for two-year-olds when impressively winning the Keeneland Phoenix Stakes at the Curragh on Sunday. With Joseph O'Brien in the saddle, he won by two lengths from his stable companion Washington DC with Buratino, who had Air Force Blue two lengths behind him when winning the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot, back in third place. Seamus Heffernan was on board as How High Then Moon made a winning debut for O'Brien in the 7f fillies’ race. The Group 3 Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club Phoenix Sprint

Stakes went for export as the Tim Easterby-trained Mattmu edged out Toscanini to give jockey David Allen his first success in Ireland. Another narrow winner was Katimavik who landed the 1m handicap for Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane took the opening 1m maiden with Restive and another County Meath handler, Joseph Murray, enjoyed his first winner when Captain Cullen landed the 7f handicap under Ian Queally. Dr Doro made all the running to win the nursery for Tommy Stack and Wayne Lordan.

A home and an away win in Tipperary Listed Races BRITISH trainer Paul Midgley was rewarded for his travels with Monsieur Joe when he landed the Listed Kilfrush Stud Abergwaun Stakes at Tipperary on Friday. Ridden by Joseph O'Brien, the eight-year-old beat fellow raider Iffranesia by a length and a half. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane were on the mark in the Listed Coolmore Canford Cliffs Stakes when their Galway nursery winner Waipu Cove gamely asserted late on to win from Play The Game. Willie McCreery and Billy Lee combined to win three races.

They got off the mark with Dolce Strega in the 5f maiden and over the same trip took the handicap with Ostatnia. Bridgets Fable made a winning debut in the 7f maiden to complete their trebles. Apache Gold took the opening division of the 7f handicap for John Joe Walsh and Connor King and the second leg of the same race went to Jim Bolger’s High Focus who came from last to first under Kevin Manning. Thousand Stars suffered a surprise defeat in the lady riders’ handicap which went to the Charles O’Brien-trained Prussian Eagle who was ridden by the great Nina Carberry.

A winner for Ruby before he heads down under AHEAD of his historic trip to Australia, Ruby Walsh made the most of his only ride at Sligo on Thursday evening when winning the 2m conditions hurdle on Rennetti, trained by Willie Mullins. The champion trainer went one better when his newcomer Miss Me Now landed the bumper in the hands of Patrick Mullins.

Jesmond Lodge made all the running to win the maiden hurdle for John Ryan and Andrew Lynch and the Templemorebased trainer bagged a second winner when Kylecrue won the 2m4f handicap hurdle under David Mullins. Westerner Warrior took the 3m maiden hurdle for Aidan Howard and Barry Cash while Whisky Galore was

awarded the 2m handicap hurdle in the Steward’s room after his narrow defeat to He Is Top Class. The promoted winner is trained in nearby Strandhill by Niall Moran and was ridden by Mark Enright. Philip Rothwell and conditional rider Andrew Ring teamed up to win the opportunity maiden hurdle with Rightback Atya.

Fogarty at the double at Roscommon MIKEY Fogarty was the man to follow at Roscommon on Tuesday where he rode two winners. He landed the first threeyear-old hurdle of the season on the Colin Kidd-trained Rashaan and followed up on Colin Bowe’s Katie Do in the handicap chase. Tony Martin added to his impressive

Galway festival tally when taking the 2m maiden hurdle with 5/4 favourite Beau Et Sublime who was ridden by David Mullins and another successful market leader was Gallant Tipp who won the beginners’ chase for Edward O'Grady and Barry Geraghty. Denis Hogan both trained and rode

Ocean Glandore to win the 3m handicap hurdle while back over fences, Harangue took the honours in the 2m5f handicap chase for trainer Paul Gilligan and Andrew Lynch. The bumper was won by Exactoris who was ridden by Sarah O’Brien for her father Aidan.

PAT Smullen was back in the winners’ enclosure after Redstaroverchina landed the 6f conditions race at Naas on Monday. Trained by Eddie Lynam, the 40/1 outsider of the field, swooped late to deny the gambled-on 4/6 favourite Al Qahwa. Lynam’s apprentice Robbie Downey landed the 5f apprentice handicap on the Michael Mulvaneytrained Battleroftheboyne and the other sprint winner on the card was Little Treasure who won the 6f maiden for Willie Browne and Seamus Heffernan. Jim Bolger saddled the promising Herald The Dawn to win the 7f maiden under Kevin Manning while Fran Berry, the leading rider at the Galway festival, landed the rated race on Texas Rock who is trained on the Curragh by Michael Grassick. Another Curragh trainer, John Hayden, was on the mark with William Ashford who scored at odds of 20/1 under Tom Madden in the 7f handicap. David Marnane and Connor King combined to win the 1m fillies’ maiden with Octavia who comfortably accounted for the fastfinishing favourite Ebayya.

Cork joy for local Trainer Michael Winters THEOS Well ran out the convincing winner of the 2m handicap hurdle for Kanturkbased Michael Winters at Cork on Monday. The well supported 7/4 favourite accounted for his main market rival Rock On Fruity in the hands of Galway Plate winning rider Jonathan Burke. Adrian Heskin and Mags Mullins teamed up to land the 3m conditions hurdle win with Ballychorus who was a winner over fences at Down Royal on his previous start. Trainer Harry Kelly and Sean Flanagan were on the mark with Davids Jewel who readily won the 2m mares’ maiden hurdle. Over the same trip, Late Night Deed took the mares’ handicap hurdle for Garrett Power and conditional rider Adam O’Neill while more senior riders to score were Mark Walsh who won the 2m3f maiden hurdle on the Aidan O'Brien-trained Mentor and Davy Russell who was successful on Joe Dullea’s Damut in the 2m3f handicap hurdle. The Michael O’Haretrained Brother Gold took the bumper under Noel McParlan.