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NOW in its ninth year, the West Waterford Festival of Food rolls into town this coming weekend (15th to 15th April) and promises plenty of gastronomical delights, culinary indulgences and fine dining. Inside this week, we have a special pullout section (pages 31 to 34) detailing events around Dungarvan and West Waterford and a packed programme of events, with lots of new additions, as well as old favourites; including demonstrations, workshops, dining experiences, discussions, markets and trails, tours, and plenty of entertainment for the

whole family! Since it began in 2008 the Festival of Food has grown to be one of the premier food festivals in the country. The festival culminates in the now famous Farmers’ and Country Market held in Grattan Square, Dungarvan, on the Sunday (17th April). You can follow the West Waterford Festival of Food on Twitter and Facebook; or check out their website: www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com. Don’t forget to check out our pull-out guide to the West Waterford Festival of Food on pages 31 to 34.

BUSINESSES based around Dungarvan centre are up in arms over the disruption caused by the Smarter Travel works on Grattan Square, but they have recently been further enraged after it was revealed the contractor is

proposing to close Main Street for a month. Wills Brothers Construction, the contractor who is carrying out the work, are proposing to begin work on Main Street around 7th June, 2016, which is expected to take up

to four weeks. However, it is also proposed that a road closure will be necessary for the majority of this time due to the width of the street and the number of underground services. Full story on page 3

M oy l a n s e e k s yo u r suppor t on Vo i ce of I re l a n d By Paul Mooney MOYLAN Brunnock from Abbeyside has made it through to the semi-finals of The Voice of Ireland and she is relying on your support to help her get through to the Grand Final. Last Sunday, 12 acts took to the stage for the Quarter Final, with the public voting for their favourite four acts and the coaches selecting another four acts to go through. Coach Bressie selected Moylan to go through to the Semi-Finals. Moylan performed The Cure’s

’80s classic ‘Just Like Heaven’ with all four coaches noting she made it her own song by adding her own unique quirky spin to it. Moylan’s coach, Niall (Bressie) Breslin said he felt she could potentially win the competition if she keeps going the way she is going. “It’s so pure and Irish yet contemporary,” said Bressie. “You are the most unique singer who knows exactly what you want to be and you turned it into a song that works for Moylan,” Bressie added. Continued on page 2

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in 2008 ninth year, Since it began NOW in its has Waterford West Festival of Food the the of rolls into the Festival of Food week- grown to be one in town this coming April) premier food festivals 15th country. end (15th to plenty of the The festival culminates and promises delights, now famous gastronomical 9 and in the and Country Please go to page culinary indulgences Farmers’ held in Grattan for further details fine dining. we Market on the Inside this week, sec- Square, Dungarvan, pullout have a special Sunday (17th April). the West 31 to 34) You can follow tion (pages around of Food detailing events Waterford Festival and West and Facebook; Twitter Dungarvan on a packed their webWaterford and or check out fordof events, www.westwater programme additions, site: m. with lots of new favourites; festivaloffood.co to check as well as old Don’t forget guide our pull-out including demonstrations, experi- out workshops, dining markets to the West Waterford on “OLIVER” ences, discussions, plenty Festival of Food and The Musical and trails, tours, for the pages 31 to 34. May 4th–8th of entertainment THEATRE

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‘Just Like Heaven’ she ’80s classic coaches noting with all four song by adding made it her own spin to it. from her own unique quirky Brunnock Niall (Bressie) MOYLAN Moylan’s coach, could made it through Abbeyside has of The Voice of Breslin said he felt she if the competition is your to the semi-finals potentially win is relying on she Ireland and she her get through she keeps going the way support to help yet Final. to going. so pure and Irish to the Grand 12 acts took “It’s Last Sunday, Quarter Final, ,” said Bressie. the contemporary most unique the stage for voting for their “You are the exactly what with the public acts and the knows who singer turned it favourite four another four you want to be and you for coaches selecting that works into a song acts to go through. Bressie added. selected Moylan Coach Bressie the Semi-Finals. Moylan,” on page 2 to Continued to go through The Cure’s Moylan performed

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FROM FRONT PAGE “Those celtic runs, I love them, you are very different to anyone else in this competition,” said Una Foden. “It’s a beautiful vocal from the soundtrack of a movie, it’s really pretty. I would like to hear songs that people know so they can connect more with you,” said Kian Egan. “I loved that you are so unique and different. I was smiling the whole way through,” said Rachel Stevens. While Moylan did not garner enough votes from the public this time around, it was coach Bressie who recognised Moylan’s talent and chose her to go through to the SemiFinals. The public votes are an important part of the show now, as the performance with the most votes will

get through to the next stage, which will be the Grand Final! Moylan, a former student of St. Augustine’s College, is appealing to the public to support her by voting for her when she appears during the Semi-Finals of the show next Sunday, 17th April. There will be eight acts competing against one another in the SemiFinals. The top four acts with the highest public votes will go through to the final. The grand prize for the winner of the competition is a recording contract with Universal. For exact voting details, tune into The Voice of Ireland on RTÉ One this coming Sunday, 17th April, at 6.30 p.m.

Moylan Brunnock, from Abbeyside, who will perform in the SemiFinals of The Voice of Ireland this Sunday, 17th April.

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WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY will see outbreaks of showery rain in the south extend northwards. However, all areas will have good dry intervals too. Highest temperatures of 11 to 13 degrees with light to moderate easterly breezes. Wednesday night will be mostly cloudy with scattered outbreaks of rain or drizzle, but many places will be dry. Mist and fog are likely to be widespread again. Lowest temperatures of 1 to 6 degrees, coldest in the north. Thursday will start dry in many areas with any fog slowly clearing. Rain will develop in the south during the day, though it looks like it will remain mainly dry elsewhere. Highest temperatures of 10 to 13 degrees with moderate easterly breezes. On Thursday night, the rain over the south will gradually peter out and most areas will be dry. Friday is looking mainly dry as well. The day will start misty and rather cloudy, but with a north to northeast wind setting in, it will become brighter as the day goes on with sunny spells and just isolated showers. It will turn a bit colder as well with that northerly flow and frost is likely to be widespread on Friday night with air temperatures falling close to freezing. Saturday is looking rather cold but bright with sunny spells and just a few showers.Temperatures will be between 5 and 10 degrees at best in a northerly breeze. A widespread frost is likely again on Saturday night. The rather cold and bright weather is set to continue on Sunday and it will remain mostly dry as well. Current indications are that the cool, bright and dry weather will continue for the early days of next week with frost possible at night.

2FM DJs cheer for Moylan to win The Voice of Ireland By Paul Mooney ABBEYSIDE native, Moylan Brunnock is the only performer from Munster taking part in the Semi-Finals of the Voice of Ireland next Sunday, and her unique voice was praised on 2FM’s ‘The Nicky Byrne Show with Jenny Greene’. Moylan was chosen by her coach, Bressie, to go forward to the Semi-Finals last Sunday, after her fantastic and stunning performance of The Cure’s ’80s classic ‘Just Like Heaven’. Her unique voice was praised last Monday morning on RTÉ 2FM’s The Nicky Byrne Show with Jenny Greene. Jenny described Moylan as “my favourite” and said she was a ‘shoo-in’ to win the competition. She described Moylan’s distinct ‘Irishy’ tone as being along the lines of singer Kate Bush.

“She is now my favourite,” said Jenny Greene. Nicky Byrne voiced his admiration at Moylan’s voice saying “it’s beautiful”, “absolutely brilliant!” Jenny continued: “You may end the competition now. If Moylan doesn’t win the Voice, we’ll have her in here for a Studio 8 session just for us!”. “We’ll make her our winner!” said Jenny, which Nicky agreed with, before both DJ’s cheered for Moylan to win the Voice of Ireland. V-Reporter, David Atkinson, who was giving a run-down of last Sunday’s show, said Moylan has been one of the strongest performances and has been consistently good throughout. There will be eight acts competing against one another in the Semi-Finals, with the top four acts with the highest public votes going through to the final.

2FM DJs, Jenny Greene and Nicky Byrne, who expressed their support for Moylan Brunnock to win The Voice of Ireland. The grand prize for the winner of the competition is a recording contract with Universal. Tune into the Semi-Finals of The Voice of Ireland this coming Sunday, 17th April, to vote for Moylan. Exact voting details will be displayed during the programme on RTÉ One from 6.30 p.m.

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THE province of Munster is being asked to get behind Moylan Brunnock and support her bid to win The Voice of Ireland by voting for her next Sunday, 17th April. Moylan (20) from Abbeyside, has consistently impressed the coaches throughout the show with her singing ability and unique voice and she has the potential to win the show. However, it is this stage of the show when Moylan is relying on the people of Dungarvan and County Waterford, and the wider province of Munster for their support through votes. Last Sunday, Moylan didn’t think she would get through to

the Semi-Finals, but her performance won over her coach, Bressie, who carried her through to the next stage of the show. “I’m completely overwhelmed, and very excited,” said Moylan speaking to the Dungarvan Observer. Her confidence to perform live on stage has grown throughout the series. Moylan said she will “give it my all” during the Semi-Finals and is appealing to the people of the region to vote for her. Moylan will perform the ’80s hit ‘Small Town Boy’ by Bronski Beat for the Semi-Finals of the competition, which will be broadcast live from the Helix in Dublin. For exact voting details to vote

for Moylan, tune into The Voice of Ireland this Sunday, 17th April, on RTÉ One from 6.30 p.m., when information will be displayed during the programme. THANKS Moylan expressed thanks to everyone who have supported her in her bid to become ‘The Voice of Ireland’, including her family and friends, and the public who have voted for her. She also thanked the support shown locally, from local businesses who have supported her in various ways, including Munster Signs and Print, who sponsored the posters. VISITS Moylan will be visiting various schools in the area later this week, including her former

schools, St. Augustine’s College; Scoil Garbhan; and Garranbane National School. She also hopes to visit Abbeyside National School, where she did her teaching practice. It is also understood that Moylan may perform during the Festival of Food this coming Friday, subject to schedules and confirmation. Moylan is a familiar face around Dungarvan, as she regularly gigs at various pubs in town and she performed live during the local festivities for St. Patrick’s Day. Singing and music is a huge passion and love for the Abbeyside native, who started out in traditional Irish music and Sean Nós singing.

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Moe wins another IFTA DUNGARVAN actor Moe Dunford continues to take the film industry by storm after winning another IFTA last weekend. Moe won the award in the ‘Best Supporting Actor Drama’ category for his role in the acclaimed series ‘Vikings’. He beat off stiff competition from other renowned actors, such as Stephen Rae (War and Peace), Liam Cunningham (Game of Thrones), Ned Dennehy (Dickensian) and Robert O’Mahoney (An Klondike), to take the award. Moe plays the part of Aethelwulf in Vikings.

Last year, Moe won an IFTA in the ‘Best Actor’ category for his lead role in the film ‘Patrick’s Day’. Moe, a past pupil of Dungarvan CBS and Dublin’s Gaiety School of Acting rose to prominence when he took on the lead role in the Terry McMahon film ‘Patrick’s Day’, in 2014. Both Moe and the film went on to win a string of awards both at home and abroad at various film festivals. Moe was also a recipient of a European Shooting Star Award at the Berlin Film Festival last year.

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WORKS ON GRATTAN SQUARE BEHIND SCHEDULE AS FESTIVALS DUE TO TAKE PLACE

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BUSINESSES based around Dungarvan centre are up in arms over the disruption caused by the Smarter Travel works in Grattan Square, but they have recently been further enraged after it was revealed the contractor is proposing to close Main Street. Wills Brothers Construction, the contractor who is carrying out the work, are proposing to begin work on Main Street around 7th June, 2016, which is expected to take up to four weeks. However, it is also proposed that a road closure will be necessary for the majority of this time due to the width of the street and the number of underground services. A road closure would cut Main Street off from Grattan Square.

Many of the businesses have reacted with anger over this proposal. According to Jenny Beresford of Dungarvan Chamber, “the Chamber and businesses are against the closing of Main Street”. “The contractor is asking for Main Street to be closed. We are fighting that,” Ms. Beresford said. The Chamber is organising a meeting between the contractor, representatives of Smarter Travel and Main Street businesses to discuss the issue. It is understood that at no stage was it flagged in the plans that Main Street would have to be closed. Meanwhile, businesses around the town centre are understood to be ‘savage’ over the way works are progressing generally. The work on Grattan Square is behind schedule and the Chamber is putting pressure on Smarter Travel and Wills Brothers for a

Works on Grattan Square revised work schedule. From the meeting between the Chamber and contractor, it was agreed that works “are behind original schedule”, with reasons given relating to sub-contractors, weather and ESB. Ms. Beresford said the Chamber are lobbying on behalf of businesses for the most efficient way of completing the works, with the least negative impact on businesses. Last week was the first visible deadline the public could see was not met - it was expected that by close of business on 5th April, kerbing and paving on the West side of Grattan Square was expected to be finished, the pedestrian crossing to be open and the area open to parking. Following another meeting between Dungarvan

Chamber and Wills Brothers, it is now expected the kerbing, paving and pedestrian crossing in the West side of Grattan Square will be open by 15th April, in time for the Festival of Food, while minor works on the East side of Grattan Square, including work on water connections and removal of trees is expected to commence from 18th April. The West Waterford Festival of Food will take place in Dungarvan from 15th to 17th April, while the Celtic Media Festival will be held from 20th to 22nd April. The Chamber said the contractor has agreed to condense the programme as much as possible, work Saturdays and longer hours, manage two shifts, etc., to help speed up the work in Grattan Square.

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New coach set-down area on Davitt’s Quay A NEW ‘Coach SetDown’ area has been designated and marked out on Davitt’s Quay, close to the electric car charger, for the convenience of visiting tourist coaches. This area has been set aside for coaches to pull in to Davitt’s Quay so that passengers can

safely alight near the town centre. Visitors can then access services, attractions and hospitality areas quickly and comfortably, while the coach driver continues on to the specifically assigned bus parking bays on The Lookout. The ‘Coach Set Down’ area will also serve as

a safe, convenient rendezvous and pick-up spot for passengers. The Dungarvan Tourist Office and Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber have welcomed the set down area and the specific bus parking bays at The Lookout as an important

Coach set-down with bays.

asset in the development of the town’s tourism offering. Speaking in behalf of both offices, CEO Jenny Beresford said “The Chamber has been lobbying for this initiative for 7 years and are delighted it has come to fruition. Through the Tourist Office we have seen the real demand for these facilities over the last year through our Meet & Greet Service. “ The Tourist Office ‘Meet & Greet’ initiative has been in operation for almost a year and has given a real insight into the needs of tourists visiting Dungarvan by coach.“This is a service we offer to all National and International coach tour companies visiting

Dungarvan. By co-ordinating with participating coach companies, representatives of the Dungarvan Tourist Office are on hand to meet visiting coaches as they arrive at Davitt’s Quay offering literature and welcoming, friendly advice to all passengers to help them plan their stay in Dungarvan”, Jenny explained.” Having a set down area close to the town centre and assigned bus parking will certainly give us another advantage in our continuing work to attract visitors - we have no doubt we’ll see an increase in coaches coming to Dungarvan which is always the ultimate goal’. Meet & Greet is a year-

Coach Bay at The Lookout. round service available to any Coach or Tour group visiting Dungarvan with prior arrangement. It is of enormous benefit to visitors as the knowledgeable Tourist Office Team are immediately available to them and they can ask

about specific attractions, shops, activities, avail of expert advice or just get directions! The Dungarvan Tourist office on Main Street opens from Monday to Saturday and can be contacted on 058 41714 or info@dungarvantourism.com

Mother speaks out as her child awaits liver and kidney transplant AS Organ Donor Awareness Week comes to a close this Saturday, a mother has spoken out about the plight of her 6 year old daughter who requires a combined liver and kidney transplant. Lexi Murphy from Dunhill, Waterford requires a liver and kidney transplant. Her grandparents moved home from Mallow, Cork to be close to her and support her parents and siblings. Lexi’s mother Kim Murphy, a Cork native, explained “Lexi was first diagnosed with her life threatening condition when she was only three weeks old. She has polycystic kidney disease and her genetic condition has led to complications with her liver also. It was thought that her condition might not progress until her teens but it developed rapidly in the past two years. If a suitable deceased donor becomes available, Lexi will travel to Birmingham for a combined kidney and liver transplant, as this type of operation is not carried out on children in Ireland. Every two months myself and my husband Declan travel with her to Birmingham Children’s Hospital where her condition is monitored and inbetween we attend regular appointments at Crumlin Children’s Hospital. Lexi has been on the liver and kidney transplant waiting list since 1st December 2015 but since then she has been suspended from it on six occasions when she became extremely ill and had to be hospitalised." "Myself and Declan

Happy times. Above: Lexi Murphy. Above right: pictured with her brother Dylan and Mum Kim. Right: Lexi with her baby sister, Ali. made a decision a long time ago not to wrap her in cotton wool so that she could lead as normal a childhood as possible.When she is feeling well enough she attends school, and enjoys ballet classes, Irish dancing and Beavers also. Just last week I brought her to see her favourite group, Little Mix, at the 3 Arena. In the blink of an eye Lexi can become really sick but she just gets on with it and hardly ever complains even when she receives her nightly injections. In the past two years Lexi’s hospital stays have been more frequent and for longer durations as her health deteriorates. My parents Mary and Denis O’Sullivan have been a huge support and last August they sold their family home in Mallow to move to Dunhill in order to be help us and

be on standby to mind Lexi’s older brother Dylan and baby sister Ali when we have to take her to hospital. Our extended family, friends, neighbours and Lexi’s school have been very supportive and we can’t thank the nursing and medical staff at Crumlin Hospital and in Birmingham Children’s Hospital for their outstanding care. As almost everyone has smartphone now, I would encourage people to download the donor E-card onto it. It only takes a couple minutes and it sends a message to a next-of-kin which will prompt that important family discussion about their decision to be an organ donor. One of the most difficult things for myself and my husband to come to terms with is that we are entirely reliant on

family somewhere to make the selfless decision to donate organs at a time of huge grief. But out of this grief they will give life back to Lexi and other children like her who are waiting for life saving organ transplants.” There are approximately 550 people in Ireland awaiting lifesaving heart, lung, liver, kidney and pancreas transplants. Thanks to the gift of organ donation well over 3000 people in Ireland are enjoying extended life. St. Vincent’s Hospital conducted 61 liver transplants in 2015. The Mater Hospital conducted a record 36 lung transplants as well as 16 heart transplants in 2015 and Beaumont Hospital carried out 153 kidney transplants including 33 from living donors. Organ Donor Awareness Week 2016 (2-9 April) is

organised by the Irish Kidney Association. The campaign will feature RTÉ News Anchor and Courts correspondent Vivienne Traynor in radio advertising as well as on posters encouraging the public to support organ donation. Vivienne witnessed firsthand the whole process of organ donation and transplantation from a deceased donor for her nephew Martin in November 2014. She explained that this was a very different experience from five years previously when she was a living kidney donor to him. She said “I was touched that a family in the midst of all their grief took the time to consider someone else. The kindness of strangers meant so much to us.” The focus of Organ Donor Awareness Week is to raise awareness about the ongoing and ever increasing demand for organ transplantation which relies on the public for organ donation. Its key message is that families need to talk and keep the reminders of their willingness to donate visible by carrying the organ donor card, downloading the Smartphone App and permitting Code 115 to be included on their driver’s license. Organ Donor Awareness Week also serves as a fundraising exercise for the Irish Kidney Association as 74% of its funds are generated from the public. Throughout the Week (2nd - 9th April, 2016), the Association’s volunteers will be out on the streets, and in shopping centres throughout the country, selling 'forget-me-not-

Six-year-old Lexi Murphy. flower' emblems, brooches, pens and shopping trolley discs. All proceeds will go towards the Irish Kidney Association’s aid for patients on dialysis and those patients fortunate enough to have received a kidney transplant. The Irish Kidney Association’s charitable activities include the provision of a 13 double bedroom free accommodation facility for patients and their families in the grounds of Beaumont Hospital and holiday centres located in Tramore and Kerry, together with patient advocacy, advice, financial aid and rehabilitative, health promotion through sport and the provision of kidney patient information and education. The IKA has introduced another fundraising technique. You can text “kidney” to 50300 and €2 will be donated from your mobile phone account to

the IKA. The Irish Kidney Association is the national organisation charged with the promotion and distribution of the organ donor card in Ireland, on behalf of Organ Donation Transplant Ireland. Free information fact files, which accompany organ donor cards, are obtainable from the Irish Kidney Association and are available nationwide from pharmacies, GP surgeries and Citizen Information Offices etc. Organ Donor Cards can also be obtained by phoning the Irish Kidney Association LoCall 1890 543639 or Freetext the word DONOR to 50050. Visit website www.ika.ie It is now possible to store an organ donor card, the ‘ecard’ on Smart mobile phones. Simply search for ‘Donor ECard’ at the IPhone Store or Android Market Place.

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Council concentrating its efforts to catch culprits of illegal dumping WATERFORD Council is concentrating its activities and resources to purposefully catch people who illegally dump rubbish in the various scenic spots around the county. The Council have also invested heavily in new CCTV equipment, and are concentrating on prosecuting people so they can be named and shamed in the media. Fergus Galvin, Director of Services, speaking at the March meeting of Comeragh District Council, encouraged members of the public to report an incident of people littering from car windows, such as fast food wrappers and disposable coffee cups. “In one incident on the N25, where a person littered from their vehicle, we got a substantial eye witness report. That incident was brought to court and the person who littered ended up paying €600 in costs and fines,” Mr. Galvin revealed. “People are far more willing nowadays to come forward with evidence, car registration numbers and details of the littering incident, because littering and flytipping is more unacceptable socially than what it was.” Mr. Galvin said the Council will publicise any prosecution for littering / flytipping / illegal dumping, in the newspapers, as well as social media. He said the message needs to go out that if someone is convicted of littering, the costs and fines “can be substantial”. Mr. Galvin was responding to Councillors concerns about an increase in illegal dumping, littering and flytipping around the county. Cllr. Ray Murphy said it has been a fortnight since he was co-opted onto former Councillor Mary Butler’s seat and the biggest issue coming to his attention is illegal dumping. “It is a particular problem in wooded areas, and specifically wooded areas around Portlaw,” said Cllr. Murphy. He asked if the Council could liaise with Coillte to

consider barriers at the entrances to wooded areas. “The vast bulk of dumping goes on at the entrances of wooded areas,” said Cllr. Murphy. “If we can do something with those entrances, because litter louts are lazy and don’t want to go far from their vehicles, so it tends to be entrances of wooded areas where dumping takes place. “If something could be done so that it is not so easy to pull into the entrances of wooded areas, it might help to deter them from dumping at these locations.” Mr. Galvin said the Council is working with Coillte to ensure the entrances to wooded and forest areas are secure. He said in some areas, it wasn’t just domestic household waste which was being dumped, but also commercial building waste. Mr. Galvin said Coillte have barriers in a number of places and the Council is working with them to make those barriers more secure to prevent people from driving in and dumping their rubbish. He said the issues are to get any dumped waste removed and secondly to get the barriers erected so that it doesn’t happen again. Cllr. Seanie Power said CCTV was the way to go to catch culprits dumping their rubbish illegally. Cllr. John O’Leary said he felt the Council “are losing the battle against people dumping rubbish”. “It is escalating more and more as the days go by.We are certainly not winning the war on illegal dumping.” Cllr. O’Leary said community groups are becoming disheartened after cleaning up their area, only to return several weeks later and find it littered again. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said illegal dumping is becoming a huge problem and pointed out that Cork County Council are tackling the issue by taking all the steps necessary to name and shame the culprits.

Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil described illegal dumping as “getting out of hand”. “It is unfair on all the community groups who do so much good work,” he said. Cllr. Brazil said the Comeragh Clean-up held recently had a large amount of volunteers out on the roads litter-picking. “It is heartening to see so many people out and about helping to clean-up,” said Cllr. Brazil. “Comeragh Clean-up has a good momentum going and is now in its 12th year. It was one of the first clean-ups organised and has gotten stronger and stronger as the years go by.” Cllr. Brazil said the Council investing in new CCTV was a good idea. Giving an example, he said CCTV was previously placed along the Bog Road at Lemybrien several years ago. “That was an area for dumping, but it has totally stopped once the CCTV was put there,” he said. However, he acknowledged that it was likely pushing the culprits on to somewhere else, and suggested the Council does everything in its power to name and shame people who are caught illegally dumping their rubbish. “Who is saying we can’t name these people?” Cllr. Brazil asked. He suggested the Council directly contact any organisation / body which is stating that people can’t be named and shamed, and ask why that is. “Naming and shaming these people is the only way we can deal with this problem,” said Cllr. Brazil. He also suggested the Council investigate people who don’t appear to have any bin collection service. “Investigate them and see where their rubbish is going,” said Cllr. Brazil. In relation to illegal dumping, Mr. Galvin said the Council is concentrating its activities to try and catch the culprits and prosecute them for the offence.

He said there are up to 30 various locations around the county where there are serious ongoing issues of illegal dumping. “We are focusing on a number of areas, putting our resources into it to get results and bring these people to court, so we can get publicity in terms of the prosecution and fines imposed.” Cllr. O’Ryan complimented the community groups, as well as the outdoor staff of the Council for all the work they do in cleaning up the roads around the county. He pointed out that the eighth annual Spring clean for the Nire Valley area will take place on Saturday, 9th April, and said there are at least 90 people who come out on the day to help litterpick. Cllr. O’Ryan said he was aware of an ‘anti-litter awareness grant’ for 2016 and asked if the Council can avail of funding from it. He suggested any funds should be used to help local Tidy Towns committees to improve signage in their areas. Mr. Galvin said he would make enquiries about the grant. Mr. Galvin paid tribute to the Comeragh Development Group for their work in helping to clean-up the Comeragh area recently, which is one of 60 clean-ups taking place in Waterford City and County. He said there was over 10 tonnes of rubbish picked out of the area. “There is a tremendous amount of voluntary effort going into these clean-ups, from Passage East to Tallow, the Comeraghs, Ballymacarbry and across the entire county,” said Mr. Galvin. “We want to acknowledge that and we do try and support those clean-ups as best we can, such as supplying litter bags to collecting the rubbish which was collected by the volunteers,” Mr. Galvin added.

Council awaiting GAA response on possible bottle bank location WATERFORD Council is awaiting a response from the GAA in relation to locating a bottle bank facility in Portlaw. At the March meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. Ray Murphy queried if the Council has made any progress in finding a new site for the bottle bank close to Portlaw town cen-

tre. The bottle bank was previously near the town centre, but due to planning issues, was moved one mile outside the town, beside Portlaw GAA field. Cllr. Murphy said the matter was previously championed by outgoing Cllr. Mary Butler (now TD). Director of Services, Fergus Galvin

said a location has been identified in the centre of Portlaw beside the old GAA centre. “We have been onto the GAA about it. We are seeking permission to locate the bottle bank beside the old GAA centre. We are currently awaiting a response back from them,” said Mr. Galvin.

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Thomas Flynn crowned Waterford Champion Speller in the 2016 Eason Spelling Bee County Competition EASON is delighted to announce Tomas Flynn as the winner of the Waterford County Bee 2016, which took place on Wednesday in Fenor National School, Tramore. The 12 year old from Fews National School, Kilmacthomas, fought off stiff competition from several other spelling enthusiasts and will now be entered into the Provincial Spelling Bee. Tomas is a keen reader and noted that his favourite author is Philip Pullman. The nationwide competition is part of an overall Eason literacy and reading initiative that aims to inspire children to develop a

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Council approves €1.6m funding for festivals in 2016 WATERFORD City and County Council approved a spend of just over €1.6m for festivals and events taking place during 2016. At the recent meeting of the local authority, a majority of Councillors approved the budget, which will see the Council award €100,000 to a new festival in the city called ‘Summerval’. The finer details of the funding to be awarded to various festivals was thrashed out at a workshop held the previous week ‘in committee’ and attended by most Councillors. However, it was the new festival ‘Summerval’ which was proving controversial amongst the Councillors. Cllr. Joe Kelly noted that this ‘out of the blue’ new festival would get €100,000, with a further €25,000 in sponsorship from local businesses, yet more well-established festivals were getting a lot less funding. Mayor John Cummins said Councillors deliberated and teased out details of funding for festivals at the workshop ‘in committee’. Cllr. Kelly said he accepted the Mayor’s “cautionary word” on the matter, but he was raising the issue at the Council meeting because it was in the public forum. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald said

he felt the sum of €1.6m for festivals “is excessive” and pointed out that the local authority in Kilkenny spent around €130,000 on their festivals. Mayor Cummins said the €1.6m was allocated at budget time. “I realise the budget is now fixed,” said Cllr. Fitzgerald.“But I would like to remind Councillors that during the budget meeting there was a Sinn Féin motion to amend the budget and transfer a sum of €80,000 from the festival development contingency fund to the disabled persons grant, but that wasn’t accepted by the rest of the Councillors! “Going forward, we have to look at the amount of money going towards festivals,” Cllr. Fitzgerald added. Cllr. Jim Griffin said he did not want to see ‘Summerval’ receiving an allocation of money to the detriment of other festivals. Cllr. Mary Roche said she welcomed the funding of €1.6m for festivals, describing it as “an investment in festivals”. Cllr. Roche said it was “an enormous investment in the people of Waterford” and in helping to bring tourists and their ‘economic dollars’ to the city. She said the Council’s investment would help to

create jobs in the tourism, retail, vintners, restaurant and hotel sectors. She compared Waterford to other areas like Killarney, Tralee, and Westport, which, she said “are 50 years down the road ahead of us”. “We are playing ‘catchup’,” said Cllr. Roche. “It is entirely appropriate that we invest in the tourism product in Waterford City and I have to support what we are doing. It will have huge benefits for the city and all the small communities around the county which are relying on this funding,” she added. Concurring, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said he was “surprised” at the way the discussion has turned, and said the €1.6m investment in festivals “is a good news story”. “I am stunned to hear Cllr. Fitzgerald throw forward a figure that they spend €130,000 in Kilkenny. I don’t care what they spend in Kilkenny on their festivals,” said Cllr. Geoghegan. “That figure of €130,000 wouldn’t even support the Sean Kelly Tour! “As someone who is not from the city - if Summerval is half as successful for Waterford City as ‘Winterval’ is, then it is going to be a damn fine festival!” said Cllr. Geoghegan.

“I am shocked at times at the attitude of city-based Councillors. This is a good news story and it is about supporting Waterford and supporting events that are good for Waterford. “Winterval is a good festival and I’m sure Summerval will be a good festival as well.” Cllr. Geoghegan proposed that the allocation of funding for festivals be adopted as presented, which was seconded by Cllr. John Pratt. Chief Executive, Michael Walsh, said that while the Council has allocated €1.6m for festivals, they will be expecting around €545,000 generated in income from festivals. “The net expenditure for us is in and around €900,000,” said Mr. Walsh. He pointed out that the Council applies “very rigorous analysis” in terms of festivals applying for funding. Mayor Cummins apologised that the consideration of funding for festivals had to be done “in a quick fashion” but pointed out that there were festivals taking place early in the year which required funding. He said that for next year, there is a commitment that the Council will begin the process in November, 2016 to consider funding for festivals that will be held in 2017.

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Shelved pedestrian crossing for Lemybrien to be re-examined WATERFORD Council is to review the design of a proposed pedestrian crossing for Lemybrien which was shelved a number of years ago due to lack of funding. At the March meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil sought an update on the proposal. Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy said a proposal for a pedestrian crossing in Lemybrien was tendered out a number of years ago, but it did not proceed as there was no funding available for it at the time. “We can review the design and see if there is a funding stream available for it,” Mr. McCarthy said. “Although it might need to be retendered to see if the same cost estimate applies,” he added.

Repainting needed on kerbing along busy artery into Portlaw REPAINTING work needs to be carried out on kerbing along a busy artery into Portlaw, the March meeting of Comeragh District Council was told. Cllr. Ray Murphy informed the meeting that black and amber paint on the kerbing along the main road from Waterford City to Portlaw, at Darrigle, has faded. “The weather has taken an effect on the kerbing and the paint has peeled, so at night, the kerbing appears all black. I would ask the Council to take a look at the matter,” Cllr. Murphy said. He noted that a lot of work has previously been carried out on the road at Darrigle to make it safer. Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy, said the engineers will examine the kerbing with a view to updating the painting scheme.

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Busy junction ‘an accident waiting to happen’ after delineating CATHAOIRLEACH of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil has warned that the re-lining of road markings which took place recently at a busy junction on the N25 “is an accident waiting to happen” and urged the Council to do something “before there is a fatality”. Cllr. Brazil, speaking at the March meeting of the local authority, said Downey’s Cross, near Lemybrien “is still as dangerous as ever” and “has not improved one bit”. He warned there will be a collision at the location if there is not something done to address the way traffic turns off the N25 into Downey’s Cross. “It is a junction I use fairly regularly and recently I was turning

down left when a car overtook me on the other side. Someday, somebody will be inside the box heading down right from the Dungarvan direction and there will be a collision,” he warned. “I don’t want to be here saying ‘I told you so’. The N25 is a busy road and there is something wrong with a junction, when a motorist turning left holds up the traffic behind him on the main Rosslare to Cork Road.” Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy said he is keeping the junction “under constant review” on a daily basis. He said the TII have no plans to alter the delineation of Downey’s Cross junction. Mr. McCarthy said the delineation contract is in place and

subject to the approval of TII. “Any changes are subject to prior approval of TII,” he said. Mr. McCarthy said under road traffic legislation, when a motorist approaches a junction and is about to turn left or right, the vehicle behind is obliged to be cognisant of that and slow down to allow the vehicle in front to complete its manoeuvre. “That is the law,” said Mr. McCarthy. “I appreciate there have been changes at Downey’s Cross which motorists haven’t become accustomed to yet. I do take your point and we will keep the junction and area under constant review.” Cllr. Brazil argued that there is no other main road where motorists are forced to stop to

allow the vehicle in front to stop and turn left. He said there was a tail-back of traffic on the N25 recently at Downey’s Cross because two lorries were turning left into the junction and another lorry was coming up from the junction onto the main road. “The whole main road was stopped at this junction because of the re-lining of this road,” said Cllr. Brazil. Cllr. Brazil said Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) “won’t do something about the junction until something happens”. “But by then, it will be too late,” he said. However, Mr. McCarthy said he had to rebuff with Cllr. Brazil. “Nobody wants to put any-

thing in place until such time as there is a fatality. That is not the intention, which is why we are keeping the area under constant review,” said Mr. McCarthy. He said the reason for the delineation on the N25 was to bring ‘standardisation’ to the whole of the N25. “Where we can provide filter lanes to the left, or dedicated right turning lanes, they have been put in place,” Mr. McCarthy said. He said the goal of the TII was to bring standardisation across the entire N25. “I take your point and I will make representations to the TII. The TII has final decision in relation to the delineation of the national route,” Mr. McCarthy added.

Discussion nearing completion with landowners over flood alleviation works at Kilmacomma DISCUSSIONS between Waterford Council and landowners near the Fingerpost Junction at Kilmacomma are nearing completion and it is expected a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) will be initiated shortly. At the March meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr.

Michael J. O’Ryan said the road and junction at Kilmacomma is an important artery linking Clonmel to Dungarvan. When flooding occurs at the location, it puts pressure on the surrounding local roads, as what happened last Winter. Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy

said “Kilmacomma is very high on my priority list”. “The importance of the road was well found last Winter when we had flooding,” said Mr. McCarthy. “At this stage, we’ve repaired the High Road - which is the diversion route used in the event

the Kilmacomma Road is blocked due to flooding,” he said. Mr. McCarthy said the Council is nearing conclusion of discussions with nearby landowners to carry out works at the location to alleviate flooding. He said the Council will be applying for a CPO and will con-

clude negotiations which may be outstanding. “Given the importance of the location, we will be proceeding with the CPO very shortly,” said Mr. McCarthy. He said he hoped to bring an update to the April meeting of the District Council.

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TDs should do their duty THERE is no doubt that the Irish public are now thoroughly disenchanted with the political parties which have been returned to the Dail and whose members could reasonably be expected to have decided on the format of a government by now. There is no doubt that the major responsibility to form a viable Government rests primarily on the two parties, on which were bestowed a majority of the seats. For over six weeks they have fenced and shadow boxed, postured and played charades without ever seeming to grasp the gravity of the responsibility and depth of the privilege which has been bestowed on them. Sinn Fein have been happy to shirk their responsibilities by ‘not getting involved’, confident that the plum role of Leader of the Opposition may very well fall to them if they wait patiently long enough. Labour with a lame-duck Leader and a fairly ineffectual seven seats has waited quietly in the wings, perhaps still in shock and disarray at their drubbing at the hands of an angry electorate. From public appearances and utterances, it appears that the smaller parties, groupings and independents have a greater grasp of their responsibilities and have showed more of a willingness to further the political agenda. Many voices of stature have decried the inability and ineffectiveness of the larger parties and have called on them to meet and pursue in a realistic manner, the task of installing a Government which will pick up the reins of power and deal positively with the many ills and deficiencies which affect our society so greatly just now. An ineffectual Health system, a grave shortage of housing, family evictions, an inadequate justice system, discontent among the teaching profession, strikes in the transport system have all been set aside temporarily to manage party affairs which has still not furthered the emergence of a new Government. The new Dail will meet for the third time this Thursday to try to elect a Taoiseach and while behind the scenes negotiations appear to have started, there is nothing to suggest that the impasse will have been broken.

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate Independents and smaller groupings will not look forward to the prospect of running a second General Election campaign and, while the public will turn out once more and do their duty, there is no guarantee that a substantially different result would emerge. For the moment the message from the public is ‘accept the reality of the election result, stop bickering and get on with the business of running the country’. The message could not be clearer.

High accolades for Maurice ONCE again it is our pleasure to extend congratulations to Dungarvan Actor, Maurice (Moe) Dunford who collected two awards last weekend for his portrayal of characters in the long running series, Vikings and also for last year’s film, Patrick’s Day in which he plays the title role. The 9th April will live in this young man’s memory for quite a long time for, almost simultaneous with his Irish Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in Drama at the Irish Film and Television Awards in the Mansion House, it was being announced in Paris that he had won the Award for Best Actor for his role in Patrick’s Day in the 11th edition of ÉCU – The European Independent Film Festival. This is the movie in which he burst on the international scene last year for his portrayal of Patrick, a young man with mental health difficulties. This week, Maurice’s cup certainly overflowed as he beat off stiff opposition to take his second IFTA award but for those who have followed his portrayal of the King’s son Aethelwulf in the long-running series, Vikings, the accolade comes as no surprise at all. This is a just reward for the young Dungarvan actor who

has grown his part in this highly popular series, a part which has seen him commit almost a full year to filming twenty episodes of Vikings. Currently he is making a comedy film with Pat Shortt which will take care of much of this year and in August he will embark on another feature film entitled ‘Handsome Devil’. Then he must again ready himself for another gruelling series of Vikings during the Winter. All of this the born young actor can take in his stride and his decision to leave University in favour of the Gaiety School of Acting in his youth has certainly been justified. Now firmly established in the international gaze, we can expect the considerable talent of Maurice Dunford to take him to even greater heights, accolades and awards as he consolidates his place in the fold of Irish actors.

Food Festival weekend THIS coming weekend, the 9th Festival of Food will be held in Dungarvan, Lismore and points across West Waterford and is set to continue the steady increase in attendance which it has drawn each year since 2008. Always blessed with good weather, if a little windy last year, Grattan Square should be packed to capacity from noon on Sunday with upwards of 3,000 people in attendance at any given time. It is one of those special days which is filled with fun, excitement, food of every description, but most of all, people in high good humour looking for special treats and meeting friends they may not have seen for years. It is one of those special occasions for which the Irish word Féile was coined, encompassing the best elements of our Irish lifestyle and endowing the occasion with a happy, celebratory, festive mood. The food related activities on the Quay on Saturday, supplemented with the RNLI Duck race should be equally popular and overall, the reputation of Dungarvan as a Festival town should be greatly enhanced. We wish the event and its organisers another smooth, trouble-free success and feel confident that the report and pictures in these pages next week will prove just that.

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Dungarvan’s brew makes an appearance on Fair City DUNGARVAN’S finest brew - made by the Dungarvan Brewing Company - continues to be a popular drink around the country, including the fictional town of Carrigstown in the popular soap drama ‘Fair City’. Bottles of Black Rock Irish Stout have been known to be stocked on

the shelves of The Station pub in the series, as previously reported in this newspaper. However, last week, viewers were left in no doubt that the citizens of ‘Carrigstown’ enjoy the Déise brew, when it could be clearly seen during a scene with Damien Halpin (Maclean Burke) -

‘Dungarvan Blackrock Irish Stout’ labelled as a ‘Craft Beer Special’ during an episode of Fair City last Thursday evening. Dungarvan Brewing Company, based at Westgate Business Park, Dungarvan, was launched in April, 2010, and has gone from strength to

Damien Halpin (Maclean Burke) in a scene in last Thursday’s Fair City, with the blackboard in the background.

strength, increasing stockists around the country, while also winning various awards over the past six years. The company has increased its flavours of beer and its range includes Black Rock Irish Stout; Helvick Gold Irish Blonde Ale; Copper Coast Irish Red Ale; Mine Head American Pale Ale; Mahon Falls Rye Pale Ale; Comeragh Challenger Bitter; Gallows Hill Barley Wine; Coffee and Oatmeal Stout; and a limited edition Seaweed Saison. The company is operated by brothers-inlaw, Cormac O’Dwyer and Tom Dalton, and their wives, Jennifer O’Dwyer and Claire Dalton. More information on Dungarvan Brewing Company and their process of making their craft beers at www.dungarvanbrewingcompany. com

Amanda Ryan (Jasmine Brady), with the blackboard in the background.

Amanda Ryan (Jasmine Brady); Caoimhe Dillon (Aoibheann McCaul); Tommy Dillon (Geoff Minogue); and Damien Halpin (Maclean Burke) in a scene in last Thursday’s Fair City. The blackboard behind them can clearly read: ‘Craft Beer Special - Dungarvan Blackrock Irish Stout’.

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Road identification signage important for rural locations THE importance of ‘Local Road’ number signs and other location signage in rural County Waterford was highlighted at the March meeting of Comeragh District Council. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan had queried if the Council was erecting the local road number signage. The sign shows the number of the local road. Cllr. John O’Leary said such signage was important as he had recently come across a lady at a Community Alert meeting, who had difficulty directing people to where she lived because there was no signage in the area. He suggested the Council should also consider erecting signs indicating the townland people are in. Mr. McCarthy said the Council are doing their best

to erect ‘L signs’ and said he would report back to Councillors with an update on their progress. Cllr. O’Leary asked if more signage could be erected, particularly at crossroads. He drew attention to a junction near Kill, where there were recently two crashes. He said local people are bewildered why the crashes happened and suggested that maybe visitors to the area were not familiar with the junction. “They were coming up to the cross and going straight through it,” he said. Mr. McCarthy replied that the Council have a responsibility to ensure that the statutory signs and road markings such as ‘Yield’ and ‘Stop’ and ‘Junction Ahead’ signage are in place. He said additional sig-

nage could be a benefit, but it could also cause a risk, in terms of the information which the driver is capable of receiving, with a risk of ‘overload’ of information if there are too many signs, particularly at dangerous junctions and cross-roads. “However, if there is a junction that has a safety issue or an accident history, we’ll look at that in terms of getting additional funding and improving the location,” said Mr. McCarthy. POWERWASHING SIGNS Cllr. O’Ryan requested the Council consider a devoted crew to going around power-washing the traffic signs in the county, after he noted Council staff power-washing signage in the Dungarvan area. “The large signs haven’t been powerwashed in ages and they are very dirty,

many of them on routes such as the Comeragh Drive,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “It was great to see Council staff out powerwashing signage in the Dungarvan area. It gives a good impression when poeple come into the county. The signs are more reflective and noticeable at night time,” he said. He asked that the Council consider a devoted crew to go around in Spring / early Summer to wash as many signs as they can. DRIVER FEEDBACK SIGNS Cllr. Seanie Power asked if there was any update on ‘driver feedback signs’ for Clonea Power. Mr. McCarthy said he would report back to Cllr. Power at a later stage.

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Comeragh District receives €2.1m to repair storm damaged roads

Waterford and South East Samaritans hosted the National Conference for Samaritans at the Tower Hotel in Waterford on 8th and 9th of April, 2016. The Conference was last held in Waterford in 1992 and 250 delegates from 21 branches of Samaritans through the 32 Counties of Ireland attended. Anthony Hamilton, Director of the Waterford Branch, said that this is a very special year for the branch as not alone were we hosting this very important Conference but it also marks the fact that we have been in Waterford for 40 years. We are proud to have been able to provide support to anyone going through an emotional crisis since 1976 and I would like to acknowledge all the people who have volunteered for us over that time. The Samaritans would like to thank everyone who has supported us financially over the years as we could not have continued to provide our services without that support. Attending were Joe Brennan, Martina McEnery and Anthony Hamilton, Director, Waterford & SE Branch. [John Power]

Minor safety works sought for Carroll’s Cross SOME minor safety works are to be carried out at Carroll’s Cross, it was confirmed at the March meeting of Comeragh District Council. Cllr. John O’Leary sought an update in relation to Carroll’s Cross, pointing out that it is a hazardous cross on the N25 which is “particularly dark at night”, meaning some motorists are finding it difficult to exit

the junction from the N25. Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy said it was hoped to have the junction delineated by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) and have the kerbing painted. “I had hoped that the work would be done as part of the current delineation contract on the N25 and I did request that the work be done,” said Mr. McCarthy.

“I will follow it up to see if those improvements will be carried out.” Mr. McCarthy said the Council will be carrying out work at the location in the current year as there is a drainage issue as well. He said if the TII does not carry out the delineation of the junction, the Council will carry out the work as part of the ongoing works in the area.

Landowners encoured to co-operate with Council on road safety improvements LANDOWNERS are once again being encouraged to co-operate with Waterford Council to carry out some low-cost safety works at dangerous junctions and bends in the road. At the March meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan noted there was “great work done with landowners at some junctions throughout the Comeragh area”. He said landowners in the Glenpatrick area, between Ballymacarbry and Rathgormack are willing to co-operate with the Council for safety work at a nearby junction, on the Regional Road into Clonmel through Clonea Power. “There is a junction at the location which is used a lot. It wouldn’t take too much money to improve sightlines,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Ryan warned there is a three-foot drop at Nire Bridge, just past the Nire Church. “The Council erected a fence there years

ago, but it is practically gone and there is a three foot drop on the banks of the Nire River, very near to Hanora’s Cottage,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “It is not a place that is well lit up at night. It is a narrow country road and an ‘accident waiting to happen’,” he said. “It is worth engaging with the landowner to see what we can do for motorists’ safety.” Cllr. Seanie Power said there was a landowner between Deerpark Village and Clonea Power “who doesn’t have a problem with taking away the ditch”, in relation to improving safety at that location. Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy, said the Council would investigate the issues raised and come back to the Council with a report from the District Engineer. “Where we have landowners willing to co-operate with us, it certainly does improve the chances of getting improvements done to the road network,” said Mr. McCarthy.

COMERAGH District Council received around €2.1m for repair of roads which were devastated during the Winter storms. At the March meeting of the local authority, Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil said the Comeragh area “got a fair rattling” during the storms last Winter and queried whether funding for repair work has been forthcoming. Earlier in the year, the Council received a total of €7m to go towards flood damage repair work - the Council had sought €19.5m for the damage caused. Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy, said out of the €7m allocation, the Comeragh area received €2.1m, the second highest amount of funding after the Dungarvan-Lismore area.

The Comeragh area had initially sought around €5.5m for damage caused to the District’s roads. Mr. McCarthy said there are a list of priority work needed to be carried out in the Comeragh area, which the funding will go towards. Work has already commenced in many areas in advance of the funding. Many repairs require detailed design and procurement, which will result in works continuing throughout 2016, with some completion dates being close to the end of the year. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan welcomed the funding of €2.1m. Cllr. Brazil suggested the Council consider using tarmacadam on the roads, instead of surface dressing. “We need tarmacadam on the

roads, with concrete shores and gulleys along the sides of the road if we want to keep our roads in good condition,” said Cllr. Brazil. “There is no point throwing tar and chips into holes.We need to do a more permanent job. We need to do less surface dressing and more tarmacadam, wet mix and recycling the roads. Our roads would be better for it, I think,” Cllr. Brazil added. A progress report on Road Works for 2016 revealed that there was an overall reduction of €86,000 in the Roads Budget, compared with last year, meaning that strengthening and drainage projects have had to be cut, with an increase in surface dressing around the Comeragh area.

‘Mezze’ bringing the warmth of Middle Eastern food to Waterford A FEW short months after setting up their food business, Mezze, which produces Middle Eastern dips, salads and lavosh crackers, Waterford-local Nicola Crowley and Israel born Dvir Nusery have picked up a McKenna Guides ‘Best in Ireland’ award with a recent review on the McKenna website. ‘’Everything I tasted was superb” was the McKennas’ Guides review; ‘The reason for their rapid success is simple: authentic recipes, authentic flavours, authentic textures and tastes. Mezze put the magic of Mezze at everyone’s fingertips’’. Nicola says “Things have moved really fast for us, we’ve received this wonderful award from Mckennas Guides, started selling our products in Ardkeen Quality Food Store, been added to the Food Academy in SuperValu, and invited to join the food stalls in Litfest in Ballymaloe – all in the space of a few weeks. It’s been a hard slog after recently moving back to Ireland with two small kids in tow but we can really see

Eastern flavour. With the positive feedback we’ve got from the Waterford people we hope that we can stock our products in supermarkets in cities across Ireland’ says Dvir. Find the pair and their range of Middle Eastern dips and spreads at the West Waterford Festival of Food this weekend in Dungarvan or see their current stockists, markets and events below.

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Se co n d sc u l p t u re ex h i b i t i o n at the E n te r p r i s e Ba r GRATTAN Square, Dungarvan, will be the spot for the second year of an Annual Sculpture Exhibition which opens on Friday, 15th April, at 8:00 p.m. in The Enterprise Bar. It will run throughout the West Waterford Food Festival, The Celtic Media Festival and remain open until the end of May. The Enterprise is pleased to be hosting an eclectic mix of work from local artists in the medium of Sculpture, Painting, Music,Video, Photography, and Mixed Media. The Exhibition will feature work by Cork-based artist Blessing Sanyanga, of the National Sculpture Factory.

Blessing, specialises in stone sculpture, is making his second visit to Dungarvan. “Deise Brass” will perform at 9:00 p.m., in the beer Garden, on Wednesday 20th to mark the beginning of The Celtic Media Festival. We are also delighted to announce the addition of local Visual Artist, Michael O’Brien, who will present Video/ Music performances, on Saturday 16th, Sunday 17th and Thursday 21st at 9.00 p.m. nightly. CONTRIBUTING ARTISTS Ciara Maher Langan: Sculptor / Artist

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Redevelopment works on Grattan Square update FOLLOWING an update with the Resident Engineer & Wills Brothers Construction regarding the redevelopment Works on Grattan Square, the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber can confirm the following: By 15th April kerbing and paving is expected to be completed in section 1A and 1B. The pedestrian crossing will be open and that section will be open to cars parking. The ‘Metre Strip’ behind the barriers in section 1A & 1B is expected to be completed by 15th April. The footpath in this section will be finished off fol-

lowing this. The tarmac between The Allrounder & Meades Café in the paved area will be taken up and the area will be paved and reinstated. Paving taking place on the footpath of sections 1A & 1B will cause minor disruption accessing entry/ exit, the construction team are working with each business to minimise disruption, this has started and is expected to continue until 22nd April. (This date to be confirmed). Studs will be laid on the paving to indicate official parking spaces - this will happen week of 18th April. Minor works on the East

side of Grattan Square including work on water connections and removal of trees will commence week 18th April. All parties agreed that works are behind original schedule, reasons given were partly to do with subcontractors, weather, ESB. They have agreed to make sure all resources are available in order to complete the work as fast as possible. They will submit a revised work programme by end of this week. LONGER TERM PLAN Following the Festival of Food, work will commence outside The Wine Buff and

will move down the East Side of Grattan Square. The section outside Wine Buff as far as Bridge Street will take an estimated 3 weeks (start 18th April finish 6th May 2016). Work on the East Side of Grattan Square Section 3A will commence (as per current schedule) Monday, 25th April, and complete 26th May. Section 4 B will commence 27th May and continue until 2nd June 2016. Work on Main Street will commence 7th June, 2016, and is expected to take up to 4 weeks. It is expected a road closure will be in operation

A Hare for the highest bidder A TEAM of Transition Year YSI students in Newtown Secondary school are rounding up their very successful ‘Hares on the March Waterford’ event in aid of the Jack and Jill foundation by auctioning off the works of hare art. Each hare has been individually designed and decorated by young people from our city to create beautiful works of art.The hares have been the focus of a Young Social Innovation Project to promote fitness and involvement in the arts

while raising much needed funds and awareness for the Jack and Jill Foundation. The auction, which takes place in The Book Centre Waterford on Thursday, April 21st from 7-8pm will see the 10 giant hares being auctioned off, with all funds raised going directly to the Jack and Jill Foundation. Prizes from the fitness trail and social media competitions will also be presented on the night. Each hare portrays a different theme, from ‘Impressions in time’ which

portrays impressions of famous artists such as Van Gogh’s ‘Starry night’ to ‘A Hare in its natural habitat’ showing the beauty of the Irish countryside. There’s something for every taste. The hares were in place around the city over the past few months as part of a fitness trail which saw local schools, community groups, tourists and the general public get active as they took part in a giant ‘treasure hunt’ around the city to be in with a chance to win prizes galore.

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The Jack and Jill foundation provide nursing care to terminally ill children in Ireland. Just €16 provides one hour of nursing care. With this in mind, the team want to ensure that as much money as possible is raised for this amazing charity. You can currently bid for the hares via online auction at galabid.com/auction/ waterford. Your bid will then become the starting price for the hare at the live auction. The team would like to invite anyone who is interested in taking part in this feel-good project to attend the auction to help raise funds and awareness for the Jack and Jill Foundation. For further information, you can contact haresonthemarchwaterford@gmail. com

Joan Clancy Gallery to feature on West Waterford Food Fest Art Trail “WE are delighted to feature on the Art Trail of

LEAH MURPHY Radishes for Rapunzel (Acrylic on canvas 25x30cm).

the fab West Waterford Festival of Food from April 15th–17th,” said Joan Clancy who runs the renowned Joan Clancy Gallery in Mweelahorna, An Rinn, near Dungarvan, in the Waterford Gaeltacht, in Ireland’s Ancient East. With exciting new works by Katarzyna Gajewska, Rayleen Clancy, Damaris Lysaght, Ciara Gormley, Andrea Jameson, Leah

ANDREA JAMESON Grapes (Oil on canvas 36x46cm framed).

Murphy, Blawnin Clancy, Aidan Butler and others, the show is well worth a visit. "Joan Clancy Gallery distils the magic of the peninsula" writes Arts &

for the majority of this time due to the width of the street and the number of services underground on that street. The contractors have agreed to condense the programme as much as possible, work Saturdays and longer hours, manage 2 shifts, etc., to speed up the works programme. The Chamber is organising a meeting between Contractors, Smarter Travel and Main Street Businesses. **Wills Brothers Construction Business Liaison Person is the Foreman Jim Gilbert who has committed to be in contact with businesses affected regularly.

€80k fund for Clashmore welcomed COUNCILLOR Seamus O’Donnell has welcomed a fund of €80,000 to be allocated for the village of Clashmore to carry out works in Clashmore. Cllr. O’Donnell said the €80,000 will go towards repairing a large pot hole which developed in the road following flooding, as well as resurfacing of the road from the bridge in Clashmore up to the church. Cllr. O’Donnell said the fund will also go towards removal of the telegraph poles, and the undergrounding of the wires. “The work is to start shortly, and hopefully it will be finished before June in time for the Tidy Towns competition,” said Cllr. O’Donnell. He said he is also working on behalf of local authority tenants in Clashmore with a view to having their houses repainted.

Entertainment critic Liam Murphy in the current edition of The Munster Express. Open 11.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m. during the festival.

Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell RAYLEEN CLANCY Finder (Oil on canvas 40x40cm).

GLENBEG Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Donnell said there will be re-lining of the road at Glenbeg National School, which, he said will bring a big improvement to the area, and improve parking at the school. KILMURRAY Cllr. O’Donnell said work to install piping along the road at Kilmurray / Coolnagour, onto the Carriglea Road, should start shortly. Previously, he described the road as “one of the worst” in the county because of the flooding problems occurring there. He said the solution is to pipe the water off into a nearby canal. Cllr. O’Donnell said the work to install pipes at the location “is ready to go” and he expects the work to commence shortly.

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Seachtain na Gaeilge iontach sna Déise Very successful Seachtain na Gaeilge in Waterford City & County . . . GHLAC na céadta páiste agus daoine fásta páirt in imeachtaí Sheachtain na Gaeilge a d’eagraíodh i gcathair agus i gcontae Phort Láirge le linn Sheachtain na Gaeilge i mbliana, comhordaithe ag Oifig na Gaeilge de chuid Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge. Bhí idir scéalaíocht agus rannta, Bingó, Bingó as Gaeilge, Ciorcail Chomhrá, Rith 2016, Tionól na nDéise, cuairteanna treoraithe, siúlóidí, Tráth na gCeist, ceol agus craic ar siúl ó cheann ceann an chontae agus lánpháirt á ghlacadh ag daoine sna rudaí ar fad a bhí ar siúl. Ghlac thart ar 250 páiste agus 40 duine fásta páirt sna himeachtaí a reachtáil Jacqui de Siúin ó Choiste Cúraim Leanaí Phort Láirge sna Leabharlanna i nDún Garbhán, Trá Mhór, Lios Mór, in Ard Caoin agus i Lárleabharlann na Cathrach. Buíochas le scoileanna náisiúnta Ghlór na Mara sa Trá Mhór, Bunscoil Bhóthar na Naomh sa Lios Mór, Naomh Iosaif agus Naomh Muire i nDún Garbhán agus Gaelscoil Bhaile Mhic Gonair sa chathair agus na tuismitheoirí, caomhnóirí, stiúrthóirí agus múinteoirí ar fad a ghlac páirt. Bhaineadar spraoi agus spórt as scéalaíocht, rannta, amhráin agus Bingó Daonra agus an Ghaeilge in úsáid acu gan straon, gan stró. Buíochas

chomh maith leis na grúpaí réamhscoile seo a leanas a ghlac páirt: Scallywags sa Lios Mór, Grúpa Tuismitheoirí & Leanaí Naomh Bhríd, Grúpa Tuismitheoirí & Leanaí Leabharlann na Trá Móire agus Ard Chaoin, Grúpa Túistí & Leanaí Ghlór na nGael. Chomh maith leis sin, d’eagraigh Seirbhís Leabharlainne Chathair agus Chontae Phort Láirge Bingó as Gaeilge i nDún Garbhán, Trá Mhór, Port Lách agus sa chathair do na céadta páistí. Bhí Ciorcail Chomhrá ag caint agus ag cabaireacht as Gaeilge i nDún Garbhán, sa Trá Mhór agus sa chathair agus d’eagraigh Ciorcal Comhrá Phort Láirge mion-siúlóid ar an gcosán nua ar bhruach Abhann Naomh Eoin sa chathair agus siúlóid fhada suas go dtí Suí Finn sna Comaraigh. Reachtáil Ciorcal Comhrá d’fhoireann Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge Tráth na gCeist Dátheangach sa Cove Bar ar Bhóthar Dhún Mhóir i gCathair Phort Láirge le linn na Seachtaine agus d’éirigh go hiontach leis – an-chuid chomhrá agus chraic le clos ar an oíche! D’éirigh go hiontach leis an gcamchuairt treoraithe a d’eagraigh Donncha Ó Ceallacháin i Músaem na Seod i gcathair Phort Láirge. Roinn sé an teolas saibhir doimhin atá aige ar

stair agus oidhreacht na cathrach go flaithiúil, fiail leis an slua breá a bhí i láthair. Reachtáileadh Tionól na nDéise speisialta do Chomóradh an Chéid le linn Sheachtain na Gaeilge i mbliana, nuair a thug an tOllamh Gearóid Ó Tuathaigh caint iontach uaidh i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán os comhair slua bhreá. Tháinig an fhéile náisiúnta Rith 2016 tríd an chontae agus tháinig daoine amach chun páirt a ghlacadh i nDún Garbhán agus sa Rinn agus reachtáil Comhpháirtíocht Spórt Phort Láirge clár iontach aclaíochta trí Ghaeilge dos na céadta páistí sna bunscoileanna áitiúla i nDún Garbhán agus Dún na Mainistreach, le tacaíocht ó Oifig Ghaeilge na Comhairle. Buíochas mór le gach éinne a d’eagraigh imeachtaí agus a d’fhreastal ar imeachtaí ar fud an chontae. Tá súil againn gur bhain sibh taitneamh as gach rud agus leanaigí ar aghaidh ag labhairt na Gaeilge. Mar a deir an seanfhocal - beatha teanga í a labhairt. Hundreds of people took part in Seachtain na Gaeilge events and activities throughout Waterford city and county during Seachtain na Gaeilge this year, co-ordinated by the Irish Office of Waterford City & County Council, in conjunc-

tion with Waterford Childcare Committee Ltd, Waterford Library Services, Waterford Sports Partnership and Waterford Museum of Treasures. Storytelling and songs, bingo and chat, running and walking, a guided tour, talks, Table Quiz, music and craic were the order of the day from east to west across city and county, as people took part in the various events, using their Irish, or cúpla focal, as the case may be. More than 250 children and 40 adults took part in the events run by Jacqui de Siúin from Waterford Childcare Committee Ltd in various Libraries in Dungarvan, Tramore, Lismore, Ardkeen and the Central Library in the city. Working collaboratively with the Library Service and Irish Office of the Council, Jacqui hosted 13 sessions of storytelling, poems, songs and Human Bingo across city and county. Huge thanks to children, parents, childcare practitioners, and teachers of the following groups and primary schools that participated in these events: Scallywags Lismore, St. Brigid’s Parent & Toddler group,Tramore Library Parent & Toddler group, Grúpa Tuistí & Leanaí Ghlór na nGael, Ardkeen Parent & Toddler group, Bunscoil Bóthar na Naomh, Lismore, St. Joseph’s

An slua breá a bhí i láthair don turas thart ar Mhúsaem na Seod i bPort Láirge. The group who enjoyed Donncha Ó Ceallacháin’s bilingual guided tour of the Waterford Museum of Treasures during Seachtain na Gaeilge 2016.

and St. Mary’s N.S. Dungarvan, Gaelscoil Bhaile Mhic Ghonair in the city and Glór na Mara in Tramore. Irish conversation groups met in Dungarvan, Tramore and Waterford City, with Ciorcal Comhrá Phort Láirge in the City organising a short walk along the new pathway by St. John’s River and a longer, more strenuous trek up the Comeragh Mountains to Suí Finn! A group of Waterford City & County Council staff who have their own Ciorcal Comhrá organised a very successful Tráth na gCeist (Table Quiz) in the Cove Bar on the Dunmore Road during Seachtain na Gaeilge, and a great night was had by all! Donncha Ó Ceallacháin’s bilingual guided tour of the Museum of Treasures was very well received, as Donncha shared his expansive knowledge of the history and heritage of Waterford city with a large group of interested Gaeilgeoirí and the Council’s Tionól na nDéise series of talks ‘as Gaeilge’ continued with a special Centenary Commemoration talk by Professor Gearóid Ó Tuathaigh in Dungarvan Library, which was very well attended. The national relay festival, Rith 2016 came through County Waterford and people came out in Dungarvan and in An Rinn to run alongside the participants and carry the baton signed by President Michael D. Higgins. Waterford Sports Partnership organised a wonderful programme of activities ‘as Gaeilge’ for hundreds of children from local primary schools in Dungarvan and Abbeyside in the run-up to An Rith, with the support of the Council’s Irish Office. The Irish Office of Waterford City & County Council would like to sincerely thank all of those who organised and attended events throughout city and county, particularly the staff of the Library Service – GO RAIBH MÍLE MAITH AGAIBH GO LÉIR! As the seanfhocal says Beatha teanga í a labhairt – (the life of a language is to use it)!

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County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Donnacha and Helena Gough, The Local Bar, with staff and guests, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are John and Noreen Power, The Cotton Mill, Portlaw, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Danny and Nora Flynn, David and Triona Osborne, Mary Ryan and Eleanor Casey, The Central Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Alice Marie O'Connor, O'Connorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar, and Helena Gough, The Local Bar & Chairperson County Waterford VFI, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Tony Doocey, Doocey's Bar; Jillian Lake, Cathy Whelan and Caroline Whelan, Whelan's Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel.

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Michael and Tina Power, The Cats Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Trish Kiely and Timea Csorba, Anchor Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Michael Morrissey, Paddy Murphy and Barry O'Shea, Anchor Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel.[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Declan Ahearn, Tudor Bar, and Donnacha Gough, The Local Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel.[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Stella, John and Caroline Quealy, Quealy's Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are John McGrath, Aisling Tobin, Pat Tobin, Catherine Tobin, Tony Ahearne and Jacqui Ahearne, Downey's Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

County Waterford Vintners Federation of Ireland Dinner. Pictured are Michael O'Brien, Cian Power and Ger McGrath, The Lady Belle Bar, at the VFI Dinner in The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL WASTE PREVENTION GRANT SCHEME 2016 The purpose of the scheme: This grant is funded by the Environment Section of Waterford City and County Council as part of their Waste Prevention Programme for the County (Ref; Action Policy B1.2 and B.2.3 of the Southern Region Waste Management Plan 2015-2021). This scheme aims to support communities to take steps on waste prevention, re-use and repair activities in their local areas, and encourage partnership between local businesses, schools, charities and voluntary groups. What is Waste Prevention? Essentially it’s a process of re-thinking how we do things in order not to create waste. Preventing waste is about ﬁnding ways to keep items in use longer and not generating as much waste in the ﬁrst place. It’s about rethinking the way we do things – redesigning the items we use – changing attitudes and changing behaviours’ about what we buy and what we throw away, but most of all, working together and thinking creatively to do something about it.

The cast and crew of Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's "The Graduate" with their awards from the Amateur Dramatic Council of Ireland 2016's Three-Act All-Ireland Festival Circuit. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan student wins award for Irish film A FILM made by students on the WIT Higher Diploma in TV Post Graduate Course won best Irish language programme in the Smedia awards last week. Winners. Director / Producer Grace O’Sullivan and Editor Maeve Neville both from Co. Waterford. Grace thanked WIT and Nemeton TV and the contributors for her programme 'Buíóchas le Bia' about cooking healthy food which included Flahavan’s, Barron’s Bakery and The Tannery Restaurant, Dungarvan. Grace said it was a honour to be in final 100 shortlisted from a few hundred media students all over the country to be one of the final 40 who won media awards.' This was the third time the course films won the best documentary award. "The Higher Diploma in Television is finalising round 1 interviews at the moment and quailified you to not only work in TV but also to make Digital Marketing videos and for those who wish to work in Conference or Event Management it is ideal also' according to course director Bláithín Ní Chathain The course is limited to 12 students and closing date in

end of April for Round 1 interviews. This years student films will be premiered at the Celtic Media Festival which is being held on the 20th, 21st and 22nd of April in Dungarvan to an international and national TV producers and broadcasters including BBC, TG4, RTE and TV3 as well as BBC Scotland Wales and S4C. Free tickets available for the premiere for 2016 course applicants and an opportunity to attend events and films at the Celtic Film festival as volunteers. Please mention your interest on the application form for further information and to see students work from the course go to www.wit.ie andwww.nemeton.ie/training or ring 058 46499. Bhuaigh Grainne Ní Shuilleabháin ó Dhún Garbhán agus Maeve Neville ó Cnoc an Oír, Co. Phort Láirge, an príomh duais sna Gradaim Smeida i mBAC oiche cheadaoin i gcóir a gclár 'Buíocha le Bia.' Bhí níos mó na cúpla chéad sa chomortas gearradh síos go dtí 40 i gcóir 15 gradaim ar an arú aréir i mBaile Atha Cliath. Bhí mic léinn as gach colaiste triú leibhéil sa tír ansin agus go leor aíonna na

The fund will be available in 2016 and groups must apply in writing. If successful, applicants receive half of the grant up front and the remainder will be paid with a project completion report is received detailing the project outcomes. Waterford City and County Council may pay a waste prevention grant up to a maximum of €500 to voluntary groups for waste prevention projects in their local community. Please note that outcomes must be measurable. Eligible projects that could be funded, but are not limited to, include: • Repair Skills Workshops • Up-cycling Workshops • Elimination of single-use items • Community composting • Food Waste Prevention Please note the Councils of the Southern Waste Management Region will be hosting a Re-Use Month in October 2016. Successfully funded projects must be willing to show case their results and/or be part of the Re-Use planned events. How to Apply: 1. The waste prevention grant application form is available from the Environment Section, Waterford City and County Council, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford and online at www.waterfordcouncil.ie/en/Resident/ Environment/News/

Grainne Ni Shuilleabháin agus mic léinn ón Ard Dip i TV ag taifead sa Tannery i nDún Garbhán. meáin i lathair cosúil le eagarthóir Irish Times, Kevin O’Sullivan, Liam Collins, Irish Independent, Andrais mac Grianna Nuacht RTE, An Viper Laithreoir Republic of Telly, Sinead Ní hEochaidh, Lynette Faye BBC Tuaisceart Eireann, Eleanor O Ruairc RTE, 'Sí Siún Ní Raghaillaigh Ard More Studios an moltóir. Ba ea an triú uair a bhuaigh an chúrsa an chéad duais i gcóir an chláir Gaeilge is fearr. (2014,15 agus 16). Tá an Ard Dip i Léiriú Teilifíse oscailte go fóill i gcóir iarrataisí don chéad chúrsa eile 2016-17, sprioch data 30ú Aibreain Gach eolas glaoigh ar 058 46499 nó feach ar www.wit.ie/postgrad Múinfear an cúrsa tré mheán na Gaeilge mar go bhfuil 50% de na postanna

sna méain san éarnáil Gaeilge. Le bliain anuas caithfidh gach mac léinn taithí oibre a dhéanamh mar chuid den gcúrsa. Tá céimithe an chúrsa tar éis postanna a fháil le Ros na Rún,TG4, RTE, Corp agus Anam, Abu Media, Nemeton, Telegael nó le comhlachtaí gnó agus maragaiocht dhigiteacha. Anuraidh chaith an tionscal teilifíse agus scannáin níos mó na €300m ar 250 cláracha agus dramaí teilifíse. Mar shampla ‘na lochlannaigh’ do HBO agus History Channel a bhí deanta i gCill Mhantáin ar chostas €30m. Dar le Stiúrthóír Cumann Fís na hEireann (Irish Audio Federation Director), Torlach Denihan gurb fiú E1.7triliún an maragadh fís go forleathan gan mhoill mar go bhfuil fás 30% le teacht amach romhainn

Mar sin seo am maith scileanna teilifíse agus digiteacha a fhoghlaim. Riachtanaisí Iontrála: • Cáilíocht leibhéal 7 nó níos airde. • Gaeilge ag leibhéal tuisceana agus comhrá. (Ard Teist) • Glacfar le hiarratais ó dhaoine gan na cáilíochtaí thuasluaite, ach go bhfuil taithí oibre acu sa tionscal agus an cumas cuí Gaeilge. Déanfar measúnú ar iarratais mar seo ó chás go cás. Is feidir leat clarú don chúrsa direach tríd WIT. coras PAC nó www.wit.ie nó Tuilleadh Eolais agus foirmeacha iarratais ar fáil ó: Nemeton TV, An Rinn, Co. Phortláirge.Teil: 058-46499 R-phost: traenáil@nemeton.ie bnichathain@wit.ie www.wit.ie Suíomh gréasáin: www.wit.ie, www.nemeton.ie

The Grant Application form should be completed and returned to the Environment Section for consideration by the closing date 3rd of May 2016. Terms and Conditions 1. Applicants must show how they will deliver the waste prevention project by submitting a project schedule including a description of a method to quantifying waste prevented. 2. Applicants must be able to demonstrate the positive social &/or environmental impacts and beneﬁts of their waste prevention project. 3. Applicants must describe how they will raise awareness their waste prevention project within their community. 4. Applicants must describe how their project prevented waste and be able to have all expenditure complete by the 1st of November.

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Swayed Back Posture causing Lower Back Pain

By Tomás Ryan BSc., AHS, Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles. BOTH Adults and Juvenilles often complain of Lower Back Pain when simply standing for long durations or when walking. They commonly describle the symptoms as achy pain in the lower spine and it is instantly relieved by sitting down on a chair or leaning forward. This condition is often associated with the ‘Swayed Back Posture’ of their spine. A Swayed Back Posture is where a person’s alignment shows a large curvature of the lower spine, with the middle thoracic spine and shoulder blade region almost tilting backwards. This type of spinal posture hates the spine being bent backwards, which happens when they stand, walk or run. This is because there is too much hinging of the L4 vertebra against the L5 vertebra thus irritating the structures that sit between these 2 vertebras with achy pain being the end result. For older patients, such symptoms would be related to a different spinal condition known as Spinal Stenosis. DESCRIPTION OF SWAYED BACK POSTURE • Large curvature of Lower Spine • In a standing position the alignment of tip of the shoulder sits further behind the pelvis, when viewed from the side. • Excessive curvature of the middle thoracic spine. • Relief from Back Pain when sitting • Lower Back ache when running, playing sport, standing and walking for Long Durations. • Excessive tilting forward of the pelvis LOWER BACK PAIN SYMTOMS • Pain with walking, standing and running • Relief with sitting and bending forward TREATMENT & MANAGEMENT Swayed Back Posture causes an achy Lower Back Pain, but it also causes a lot of hamstring issues in athletes due to the tilting forward postion of the spine. The dysfunctional postural alignment needs to be addressed to reduce symptoms of achy Lower Back Pain and Hamstring issues. For instance, the excessive frontal tilt forward of the pelvis needs to reduced and brought back to a more neutral alignment and this too will reduce the excessive hinging and curvature of the lower spine. This is addressed with exercise and educational awareness by your Physical therapist. MUSCLE IMBALANCE AS A RESULT OF SWAYED POSTURE Tight Gluteal and Hamstring Muscles as they are being held in an over stretched position because of the abnormal frontal position of the pelvis Weak Hip Flexor muscles of weak Erector Spinae Muscles of the Spine. Exercises that work these muscles in a correct neutral posture to achieve good alignment and reduce pain are extremely important. 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

Pictured attending the Dungarvan Launch were (seated front left-right) Jacinta Mulcahy; Joan Freeman, founder of Pieta House; Niamh Connolly, Chairperson, Darkness Into Light Dungarvan. (Middle Row left-right) Anne Miller, Orla Power, Bernie Veale, Caroline Hardy. (Standing left-right) Brian Higgins, Pieta House; Mayor of Waterford, Collr John Cummins; Geoff Dipple; Danny Mills, Electric Ireland. [www.gerryocarroll.com]

Pieta House launches the Waterford and Dungarvan Darkness Into Light 2016 fundraising events supported by Electric Ireland A LARGE crowd gathered at The Mayor’s Chambers as Pieta House launched Waterford’s Darkness Into Light 2016 (DIL 2016) in association with Electric Ireland. Joan Freeman, Founder of Pieta House, was joined by Danny Mills from Electric Ireland, Mayor John Cummins, along with members of local organisations and volunteers from across the county to launch DIL which is now in its eighth year. This year’s event takes place on Saturday, May 7th and Dungarvan and Waterford City are set to host the DIL event again this year. Darkness Into Light is a unique, early morning experience which begins in darkness at 4.15 a.m. as thousands of people walk or run a 5km route while dawn is breaking. Last year’s event attracted over 100,000 participants in over 80 locations across Ireland and abroad. 300 participants began Dungarvan’s first DIL in 2011, and these numbers have grown 10 times to over 3,000 taking part last year!

The Mayor John Cummins, warmly welcoming everyone, reiterated his continued support for Pieta House, and his delight at the imminent opening of Pieta House Southeast. He acknowledged how many have been bereaved by suicide in the county, and his hopes that Pieta’s 10th centre will help reduce these numbers, providing a light for those in a dark place. Joan Freeman, Founder

of Pieta House was then delighted to address the gathering. “Last year’s Darkness Into Light in Waterford was an incredible success across the county, and we’re delighted that Waterford is hosting two events again this year. We’re so grateful for your continued support. Your courage, vision and generosity has helped Pieta House to bring hope to over 5,000 people alone last year.

Together we’re leading the way with Darkness Into Light now reaching communities from Dungarvan to Abu Dhabi and many more across the world” she said. Regina Mangan and Niamh Connolly, chairs of the respective Waterford city and Dungarvan Darkness into Light Committees, both spoke, thanking their committee members for their Trojan

work behind the scenes to make the DILs the huge success they are, and how, when we come together as a community, we can achieve great things! Pieta House is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. More than 20,000 people have come through the nine centres across Ireland during the last decade. Online registration and further details are available on www.darknessintolight.ie

Pictured attending the Dungarvan launch were (left-right) Jim Griffin, Dunmore East Coastguard Unit; Joan Freeman, founder, Pieta House; Niamh Connolly, Chairman, Pieta House, Dungarvan and Danny Mills, Electric Ireland. [www.gerryocarroll.com]

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Dungarvan man remanded in custody A DUNGARVAN man was remanded in custody by Waterford Circuit Criminal Court, last week, charged with robbery and possession

of an offensive weapon. Before the court was Daniel Fraher (20) with an address at No 3, The Beeches, Dungarvan, who faces charged of

robbery of €3,950 from Brendan Cullinane at Youghal Road, Dungarvan, and possession of a golf club capable of causing

serious injury on 23rd November, 2015. Judge Eugene O’Kelly was told that the accused man had “sustained issues” with alcohol.

The court directed the preparation of probation and victim impact reports and adjourned the case to 26th April next.

Not guilty verdict delivered on directions of trial judge A LAND dispute between two County Waterford families was mentioned in the Circuit Criminal Court in Waterford, last week, during a two-day Jury trial into an allegation of assault causing harm, in an incident which occurred while timber was being cut close to the disputed land. David Battye (34) of Glenstown House, Clonea Power, County Waterford, pleaded not guilty to charge of assault causing harm to Patrick Murphy (47) at Whitestown, Clonea Power on October 2, 2014. At the close of the prosecution case and in the absence of the Jury, Brian O’Shea, defence counsel, applied for a dismissal of the charge and said it would be unsafe to allow the matter to go to the

Jury. There were “irreconcilable inconsistencies” in the evidence. The injured party and his friend Michael Power were consistent with each other in their evidence but their evidence was inconsistent with the initial complaint made in a recorded 999 call to the Gardaí. In evidence Patrick Murphy (47) of Whitestown, Clonea Power, said he got permission from a neighbour J.P. Walsh to remove trees from a boundary separating their lands and to clear some waste ground. While cutting the firewood with a friend Michael Power, he noticed that his field gate had been opened out onto the public road. For safety reasons he had opened the gate onto the land and he thought at

first it had been interfered with by people who were fishing or swimming in the nearby Clodagh River. On investigation they found a sign on Michael Power’s car which stated: “You are being watched”. It seemed to be some sort of a prank. Later when he was driving a load of timber across a field on his tractor he found a small ash tree blocking his path. It had not been there earlier in the day. When he got back up on the tractor he saw a “big fellow”, David Battye, running in the gate with his fists up and shouting obscenities. It was like something out of a comic book, he said. Replying to questions, Patrick Murphy said David Battye jumped up on to the tractor cab and a scuffle ensued during which kicks and punches

were exchanged. The witness said he was attacked from behind and struck with a large branch of a tree on his neck. He “blanked out” for a minute and may have gone unconscious. He suffered pain in his shoulders and pins and needle in his right arm and leg. His GP referred him to hospital in Clonmel for x-rays and he was prescribed painkillers. After the incident Battye jumped up and down on the gate and was “ranting and raving” before running away, he said. The court heard that there was a dispute over the ownership of a piece of land and the Battye family claimed it belonged to the late William Battye, the father of David Battye and it was intended to transfer it into the name of

his widow. But Patrick Murphy said they owned the land and it had been in his family for up to seventy years. In evidence Michael Power of Portlaw said the sign: “You are being watched” was placed on his car. While following the tractor in his car he saw David Battye jump up on the cab and punch Patrick Murphy with his clenched fist and striking him with a piece of timber on the neck and shoulders. The two men fell from the cab and struggled on the ground. In cross-examination by Brian O’Shea, BL, defending, he said he knew nothing about the land dispute and denied calling David Battye a “black Protestant bastard” or threatening to burn his

house down at 4.00 a.m. some morning. He never heard Pat Murphy described David Battye as a “sneaky bastard”. The court heard he accused man had no previous convictions. Six x-rays were taken of the injured man’s back but no marks of trauma were found. In a Garda interview, David Battye admitted leaving the sign on Michael Power’s car but denied the assault. He said he walked into the field to take photos of the timber being taken but denied jumping up on the tractor and striking Patrick Murphy. There was an altercation and Patrick Murphy produced a metal object and took a swipe at him. He challenged Patrick Murphy as to why he was

stealing wood and he replied “ye black Protestants have no rights on my land”. When the Jurors resumed duty on Tuesday, this week, Judge Eugene O’Kelly told them that there had been legal argument in their absence and as a result he was withdrawing the case from the Jury. A verdict of not guilty on the directions of the trial judge was returned and David Battye was acquitted. The Judge said it had been necessary to bring the Jury back to court because Mr. Battye had been in their charge and by law the Jury had to discharge him. He thanked the Jury for their involvement in the case and said jury service was a most important contribution to the community.

Dungarvan ready for Festival of Food as Councillors ‘square’ up to each other By Christy Parker DUNGARVAN’S Grattan Square will be fit for use during this week’s Food Festival, councillors were assured at April’s Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District committee meeting. The issue led to a wider discussion and heated exchanges between Cllrs. Damien Geoghegan and Séamus O’Donnell, whose views on Smarter Travel and the town centre were seen and very much heard to differ considerably. Project Engineer for Town Centre Improvement Ray Mannix said ‘workers were currently paving the Western side of the square while also expecting to complete the old road area in advance of Food Festival’. New trees were also being planted now. He predicted that a “metre wide strip” of pavement

would be finished with the remainder “safe and usable” during the festival. Work would resume on Monday, at Cross Bridge Street”, he added, while also reassuring that weekly meetings between Smarter Travel and the Chamber of Commerce would continue. The engineer recalled that progress had been slowed on the western side because ESB cables, of which neither Smarter Travel nor the ESB had been aware, had to be replaced. Such a situation was unlikely on the eastern side. PAINT MONEY Cllr O’Donnell nonetheless asked why the work was taking so long. He claimed “businesses have closed over it” and said rates should be suspended as a consequence of the work. The councillor further believed that the footpaths should have been restored first and the square tarmacked and “any money

left over given to people in the area so they could paint their premises.” Cllr. Geoghegan reminded that the council was already running a successful scheme by which local businesses and residents could receive grant aid of up to €600 towards painting their properties. Furthermore, he continued, funding for the Smarter Travel project was entirely unconnected to that for footpaths and roads issues. Dungarvan had succeeded against stiff opposition to become one of only three towns (along with Wexford and Limerick) to acquire the town centre improvement project, he informed and despite present disruptions, would greatly enhance the town. BANJAXED Cllr O’Donnell retorted that Smarter Travel “should be forking out the funding and not the council or taxpayers.”

He then quickly re-asserted that “actually it is EEC money”, because then Transport Minister Leo Varadakar had “asked Dungarvan Town Council to take it when nobody else would. And now you’ve banjaxed the Square!” he accused. Cllr. Geoghegan growing ever more impatient, responded that it was “all taxpayers’ money” and advised Cllr. O’Donnell to “educate yourself on the facts regarding Smarter Travel and the sources of funding.” His voice rising, Cllr. Geoghegan reiterated the popularity of the grantassisted painting scheme. Cllr. O’Donnell, misunderstanding that it was grant aid per premises, said “€600 would hardly paint your own house let alone the square!” Deviating somewhat, Cllr. O’Donnell continued that money spent on the Youghal road project had “nothing to do with the

Square but had left that area “banjaxed”, before asserting that only pressure applied by himself prevented closure of the garage on the Youghal Road. “A lot more than you lobbied to protect businesses out there”, countered Cllr. Cronin. TOLD YOU SO... Cllr. O’Donnell then claimed to have warned of “lead piping and electric cables under the square” but was only now being believed when businesses had “all closed down” for want of customers. Cllr. Tom Cronin said he had not heard any such mention from Cllr. O’Donnell who, he reminding him, had helped to pass the Book of Estimates. “I didn’t see you coming up with any figures, so maybe you might bring them to us at a later stage”, he challenged. Cllr. Geoghegan said knocking Smarter Travel

was “playing to the gallery” and speculated that the company’s work in developing the walking route from Walton Park to Clonea had effectively instilled the belief to process the Greenway project. He called for “a little bit more reality in here”, before speculating that the Seán Kelly Tour may start from a completed Square next August. “I can’t see it starting at the Square at the rate it is going”, countered Cllr. O’Donnell somewhat inevitably. ‘UNPRINTABLE’ This proved a scorn too far for Cllr Geoghegan who thundered that “not a month goes by when Cllr. O’Donnell doesn’t come in here and make outlandish statements! Some of them in fact are so outlandish that the media couldn’t print them!!”, he proceeded (albeit without due recognition that the media, while always alert to possibly

libellous or misleading statements, almost inevitably find a way to spread every message from the chamber.) Cllr. Geoghegan accused Cllr. O’Donnell of announcing business closures, criticising and quoting members of An Garda and “speaking of dangerous junctions” at every meeting. “To be quite frank I find it very difficult to come in here and listen to him, yet at plenary meetings he never talks!!”, he observed. “That’s a fact.” Cllr O’Donnell, far from perturbed, was eager to claim due credit. “It was only when I came into the council that Cllr Geoghegan started to wake up!” he revealed. Cllr Cronin, disagreed. “I’ve been here with him for 17 years and you only have to look at his record”, he defended. All square then so to speak.

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Waterford Greenway WHEN one hears of the name John Nugent Humble, one is not aware of how this man’s insistence on refusing the Lismore to Waterford railway to go through his fertile estate at Cloncoskoran in Mid County Waterford in the 1870’s would lead inadvertently to ensuring that the County of Waterford would have the most scenic Greenway in Ireland over 140 years later. Mr. Nugent Humble, a magistrate was one of the main promoters of a Railway through our County during the heyday of Railways construction of the mid 1800’s as Waterford was being left behind by the rest of the country. The Mallow to Waterford City line had been planned for almost two decades and Mallow to Lismore was soon completed but that was the furthest the new form of transport highways has pushed into the county. It was also a source of embarrassment for the Dukes of Devonshire at Lismore Castle that their illustrious guests from across the Irish Sea could not travel from the port of Rosslare to the splendid castle at Lismore by the new elegant mode of transport, the train. The Duke’s Line had to be built but when plans were laid down, Nugent Humble, a most influential player in the local scene objected that the railroad would be passing through his most fertile land in Mid County Waterford, Cloncokoran and instead insisted that it would be diverted from Kilmacthomas to the Coast and from there hug the coastline to Dungarvan. At the insistence of Mr. Nugent Humble the Railway was sent south-westwards over a very harsh terrain to Durrow and Ballyvoile, Knock, Clonea, Ballinroad and into Dungarvan necessitating the construction of

three massive stone viaducts, two causeways and a quarter of a mile tunnel as well as many stretches with gradients more than the average railway. It opened on the 12th of August, 1878 with the first train leaving Waterford at 10.10 a.m. and arriving at Durrow/Stradbally an hour later. Nowadays on these transport corridors, the noise of metal on metal is being replaced by the soft sounds of feet and rubber bicycle tyres on pathways. The trains may have departed the scene in the early 1980s but now three decades later, thousands of walkers and cyclists are using this majestic corridor. It would have been a sorrowful story if the railway route was left to its own devices and overtime would probably have gone the same way as many of the Railways around the country but Waterford County Council at the start of this millennium had the foresight to negotiate a licence from the owners, C.I.E. with the intention of developing a Greenway for its citizens of the Déise. Local dairy farmer beside the Line near Lemybrien, Liam Connors summed it up very well, “Undoubtedly, the railway line is one of the best engineering and historical assets in County Waterford and this has been remarked by numerous passing tourists. To the memory of those who constructed this masterpiece, it would be a fitting memorial that all would be able to enjoy it for years to come. If we leave this opportunity go to progress this development, future generations will judge us by our inaction.” After successfully constructing the initial stage from Dungarvan to Ballinroad, the project was left in limbo for another number of years due to legal issues. Jim Bowdren in Kilmacthomas was

Approaching Ballyvoile instrumental in setting up a campaign group and Ger Barron, a County Councillor in Kilmacthomas never let the dream die and kept it in the public consciousness through the barren years along with a number of other Councillors who put their heads above the parapet. With the heightened awareness in the county due to a major campaign by a community group in 2013 and the positioning of Michael Walsh as County Manager of the newly

Approaching Durrow Station with its signal box in view

amalgamated Council of Waterford Council merging Waterford City Council and Waterford County Council, a new determination was added to the mix to get this project up and going once and for all. Indeed, the project of linking the two administrative centres of the County, Dungarvan and Waterford City exactly mirrored what Mr Walsh had to do in merging the two Councils and a determined County Manager wasn’t going to leave any stone unturned with his strong

statements in local media and his strong negotiation skills over the past two years. He has motivated and overseen his team in Waterford Council to deliver what will be the best greenway in Ireland. Almost complete is the stretch from Dungarvan to Durrow, to Kilmacthomas should be completed in the coming months and to Waterford City before the year is out. Many people anxious to use the full Greenway often ask when the Greenway will be completed; a simple answer could be, years before most other proposed Greenways in the country who have received funding at the same time as us. Late August is sometimes touted as a possible time for the official opening but we might be a little optimistic with an answer of sometime later in the year as a more realistic date. Greenway construction on a line which was constructed over 140 years ago is not as simple as constructing on a green site. New roads have been constructed intersecting it since the 1870’s and three crossings of the N25 will have to be constructed to reconnect the line, that includes one bridge near Kilmacthomas and two tunnels, one at McGrath’s Cross and the other at Kildermody near Kilmeaden and there may be unforeseen problems over the coming months so let’s be patient. Anyone passing up the N25 from Waterford to

Dungarvan will notice diggers working at various points of the railway along the way. The bridge at Kilmacthomas has started a month ago and work has just started on the tunnel at McGrath’s Cross. Car parks are being constructed as we speak with the Ballinroad carpark on the Clonea Road only opened last month. There will be at least eight official carparks near the Greenway and presently a carpark is being constructed at Durrow. An appeal must be made to motorists wishing to visit the Greenway, there has been difficulties in rural areas with cars parking at driveways into people’s houses and farms. Once the carparks are in situ, this should resolve itself but consideration must be given to local residents. While these present and proposed car parks will give access to the Greenway, it is very important that if this Greenway is being promoted as a Community Driven Greenway by the Council, local access points are also paramount to the success of the Greenway. These are access points onto the greenway used by local residents for decades where locals can walk from their homes onto the greenway where car parking will be strictly prohibited on the nearby roads. It would defeat the purpose of a Community Greenway if a local family would have to put their young children with their cycles into their car and transport them to the nearby carpark.

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well on track

Heading out of Durrow tunnel. The Great Western Greenway in Mayo is often described as a “World Class” greenway. But how does it match up to our one? The Greenway up West has certainly received many rave reviews with many from our own county having experienced a wonderful experience on it. But without a doubt the Waterford Greenway will be a far superior Greenway in many ways and this judgement has not been arrived at through white and blue tinted glasses. Surface for a start, many stretches of the Waterford Greenway will be of tarmac with the remainder of a high quality tar and chip surface. The Waterford Greenway does not deviate from its original railway route. In Mayo there are many diversions onto nearby roads and there is a reason for this. The Great Western Railway was abandoned in 1937 and its land was incorporated into local landholdings, therefore local landowners own what had been the railway. Negotiations had to take place with the over 160 farmers and landowners along the way to accommodate the Greenway. This is done by a legal arrangement called Permissive Access which is an agreement between the local Council and the landowners for the Greenway to pass through. Where landowners did not give permission or where properties have been built over the former railway, the greenway user is diverted onto the nearby road. No such worries here in Waterford, our railway line remained in C.I.E. hands right

up to the present day. Also it is longer than our counterpart in the West starting in Waterford city and travelling to Dungarvan, taking you from the Oldest Viking City in Ireland to the Norman beautiful town of Dungarvan which looks splendid when the tide is full in and the sun or moon reflecting on the waters of the bay, it travels through rural County Waterford under the Comeragh Mountains to the North with the Atlantic Ocean to the South, leaving Waterford City, it hugs the vast River Suir past the settlement of Woodstown (oldest Viking settlement in Ireland), beside the much commended Mount Congreve gardens, beside the lonely ruins of the De Paor castle before entering Kilmeaden Railway station, now the site of the Suir Valley Tourist trains. Onto Kilmacthomas with its impressive curved viaduct, looking down at the scene where Cromwell’s Army’s march across Munster was halted for three days by the raging Mahon River and where milling was the main industry, now the home of Flahavan’s Mill and soon the arrival of Kilmacthomas’s very own Distillery, then under the shadow of the Comeraghs for Durrow with its two most impressive massive viaducts, both originally in stone built in the 1870's with one being blown up in the Civil War and rebuilt. Through the quarter of a mile Durrow Tunnel before emerging with the Atlantic in front of you and walk or cycle beside the sea for a few miles before entering Dungarvan. In this year of centenary commemorations of

the 1916 rising, the line has major connections with that time and particularly with the war of Independence as a number of ambushes took place on the line of trains laden with troops. And, of course, did I mention our better climate down here in the South East? A number of Waterford residents have queried about the name change from Déise Greenway to Waterford Greenway. This was decided by Waterford Council almost a year ago. The name Déise Greenway was thought up by the community voluntary publicity

group as a name for their group three years ago as the campaign needed a name to invoke in the people of Waterford a fight to save the railway line and transform it into a greenway for the people of the Déise. The proposed greenway was soon known as the Déise Greenway. From a marketing point of view, the name Waterford Greenway would have a more widespread familiarity particularly in the U.K. and Europe where we will be hoping to attract tourists from to Waterford in a tourist package which will include the Greenway as one of our main selling attractions to the health and leisure conscious

Information Meetings WATERFORD Council have organised three Waterford Greenway Public Information Meetings. These are as follows: • Wednesday, 13th April, Park Hotel, Dungarvan, 7.30 p.m. • Monday, 18th April, Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas, 7.30 p.m. • Thursday, 21st April, The Viking Hotel (formerly Ramada), Waterford, 7.30 p.m. Waterford Council realise the significant impact the Greenway will have on Waterford in terms of cultural, social and economic benefits and realise that it is the people of Waterford who can help to make it a success and benefit from it so come along to any of these meetings to get the ball rolling and help make the Waterford Greenway the best in Ireland and competing with the best in Europe. tourist. For many locally, it will be known for years as the Déise Greenway. Indeed the group Déise Greenway having being running a website and facebook for the last number of years communicating with Waterford Council and giving out information and answering queries through facebook, phone and email and keeping its audience up-to-date on the progress of the Greenway through a compilation of photographs on a regular basis have altered the name of their group. Due to a number of unofficial facebook accounts opening recently with similar names and the confusion this is causing, the group will be known as “Déise Greenway, the Waterford Greenway Group” and their website as ever is www.deisegreenway.com or www.thewaterfordgreenway.com The official Facebook can be accessed from the website. It is up to the people of Waterford and Waterford Council to make this Greenway the best it can be. To this effect, we need to promote good behavioural strategies on our Greenway. We need to promote responsible dog walking on the line encouraging users to walk dogs on leads and to clean up after their dogs. There has been a problem with dogs fouling on the Bilberry section which is a source of embarrassment to all good responsible dog owners. It

New railways over bridge at Clonea.

may have been culturally accepted decades ago but not now. Families with young children or older adults should not have to contend with avoiding dog foul while out enjoying a leisurely walk or cycle.The Déise Greenway group have been asked about the possibility of horses been allowed on the Greenway, this unfortunately for horse owners is not permitted. The group has also received a number of queries regarding the compatibility of walker and cyclists sharing the same path which is the whole idea of a greenway, it would be a good idea if cyclists using the greenway were required to have a bell. These may appear small things but are important in the good governance of a greenway. It is now up to the community of Waterford and especially the communities living beside and near the line to influence Council decisions on how the Greenway will proceed from here. The County Manager has been expertly negotiating with a number of landowners the past couple of years. Now that these issues are generally sorted, it is now up to the communities along the way who have supported the idea of a greenway for years to step in with ideas, suggestions and initiatives and influence the direction of the greenway from here on.

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James Connolly’s Youghal connection sparks Summer Centenary Commemoration

By Christy Parker THE life of James Connolly, his role in the Easter Rising and his tentative connection to Youghal will be reflected in a series of commemorations in the seaside town next Summer. Thus far 14 events, all interlinked to the Scots-born soldier, have been agreed, transcending music, dance, song, drama and story. The celebrations, which will run at various venues from late June to early July, have been devised by Comhaltas Craobh Eochaille, after the branch discovered a link between its headquarters and the Republican leader. Events now confirmed are a concert by Cór Chuil Aodha/Peadar O’Riada (son of the late Seán O’Riada), a James Connolly pageant, Italian and American folk groups, a Dublin theatre company, Cobh street animators and a 1916 museum exhibition, along with concerts and workshops by Comhaltas Craobh Eochaille itself. Further inclusions are

expected, including possibly groups from the UK. The estimated €20,000 running cost will be funded by the local community, tourist and regional bodies, including Cork County Council. PRIVATE CONNOLLY The festival’s working title, Reid Alias Connolly, reflects the Republican’s time in the British Army. “As a young teenager he enlisted, for economic reasons, on a seven-year contract”, explains Comhaltas Craobh Eochaille Chairman Micheál de

Buitléir. ”Lying about his age, he signed up as James Reid and was posted at one stage in Youghal. It seems he deserted after six years and seldom spoke of his time in the army afterwards. Our Brú na Sí headquarters on Magner’s Hill now stands on the former army barracks site”, Micheál adds. Comhaltas Craobh Eochaille has commissioned a play on Connolly’s life by local Australian-born screen writer Michael Danton – whose grandfather Michael O’Sullivan, coincidentally, served as a 15 year old messenger boy for the rebels

during Easter week. The play’s five acts will each represent a period in Connolly’s life and be interspersed with music. Other commemoration attraction will include New York based Irish trad group, Cherish the Ladies, reflecting Connolly’s time spent in New York and Italian Folk Group Le Leggera, whose name refers to a train that transported slave labour in Italy. “Italian workers in New York joined forces with their Irish counterparts as Connolly, who learnt Italian, sought to establish a global trade union movement”, says Micheál. The Dublin Lyric Players are booked for Eugene McCabe’s play, Pull Down a Horseman, which recalls a private, three-day meeting between Patrick Pearse and Connolly in January 1916, resulting in Connolly committing the Citizen’s Army to the IRB-led rebellion. Further contributions will see all-female Cobh Animation Group interacting in period costume with the local community, while Spike Island manager Tom O’Neill will display uniforms and unique artefacts related to the Rising. “While largely themed on James Connolly, the festival will commemorate all the proclamation signatories”, concludes Micheál. Reid Alias Connolly is scheduled from June 26th - July 3rd. Further details to follow.

RSA study gets Michelin support TYRE manufacturer Michelin is supporting the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and its efforts to raise public awareness of the importance of tyre safety. In an analysis by RSA of fatal road accidents occurring in Ireland between 2008 and 2012 just published, defective tyres were

identified as the largest single ‘vehicle factor’ involved. As part of a drive to urge motorists to be extra diligent in ensuring their tyres are properly inflated and maintained, Michelin has been conducting studies at centres throughout the UK and Ireland since 2007 as part of their free Fill-Up-

With-Air tyre check programme – which included events held in Galway, Naas, Dungarvan and Ballymena. Having inspected tens of thousands of cars, Michelin found that, on average, 57% of those checked had underinflated tyres, of which 33% were ‘dangerously’ or ‘very dangerously’ under-inflated. In addition, some 5% had a punctured tyre and 1% had tread depths below the legal minimum. Pressures between 8psi and 14psi below the manufacturer's recommendation are classified as 'dangerous' by Michelin, while tyres more than 14psi below the recommended level fall into the 'very dangerous' category.

Speakers at the ‘Dementia Café’ - Majella Kirwan, Dementia Champion, Dungarvan Community Hospital; Paula French, Director of Nursing, Dungarvan Community Hospital; Mary Reilly, Assistant Director of Nursing, Palliative & End of Life Specialist; Fiona Anderson, SAGE National Advocacy Group and Ray Power, Home Instead.

‘Dementia Café’ comes to Dungarvan Community Hospital D U N G A RV A N Community Hospital recently hosted its first Dementia Café which was a tremendous success. The ‘Dementia Café’ held the format of a coffee morning with information sessions for relatives/carers of residents with Dementia. Dementia is a syndrome characterised by progressive

cognitive decline and is associated with impairment in functional abilities and in many cases, behavioural and psychological symptoms. There may be memory loss, usually related to short term memory, communication difficulties, changes in personality or mood and difficulties with understanding their surroundings.

Dementia is an umbrella term for up to 180 diseases that can produce the symptoms of dementia. Facilitated sessions at the ‘Dementia Café’ included ‘Understanding Dementia’, ‘Communicating with residents with Dementia’, ‘End of Life care for the Dementia Resident’ ‘Sage National Advocacy Group’

and ‘Safety Products for the Elderly by Home Instead Group’ Feedback from the morning was excellent with plenty of literature available for families to take home. It is hoped that this will have been the first of many such information sessions, with another ‘Dementia Café’ planned for the autumn.

International duck race and sea safety checks for Seafood Saturday HELVICK RNLI are delighted to return to West Waterford Festival of Food Bia Mara Cois Cé celebrations on Saturday, April 16th, and will be conducting a free lifejacket clinic at the RNLI stall in Davitt’s Quay at 2.00 p.m. ahead of the Duck Race scheduled for 3.00 p.m. There is great excitement this year in anticipation of the Duck Race because some of the ducks are coming from overseas giving it an international flavour. Over six hundred numbered little yellow ducks will be set afloat in Davitt’s Quay after 3.00 p.m. Each duck costs €3 or 2 for €5. “There are prizes for big and small ducks” said RNLI Fundraising Branch Member RoseAnn Foley. “Ducks can be bought at local businesses and from the RNLI stall near Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club (DHSC) on Seafood Saturday. And we appreciate your support!” “Bring your jacket along to the lifejacket clinic and Austin Flynn Hon RNLI Sea Safety Officer will

advise on the importance of choice, fit and maintenance. A lifejacket will buy you vital time in the water and could save your life, but only if you’re wearing it” she added. DHSC will host a Local Historic Photographic Exhibition from the Tomás

and Kathleen Walsh collection in association with the Helvick Lifeboat Station during West Waterford Festival of Food. The RNLI Dungarvan & Helvick Fundraising Branch work hard to supplement the latest training and safety equipment

required by the brave men in the Helvick Lifeboat Crew who are always ready to volunteer to save life at sea in all types of weather 24-7-365. See us on Facebook: Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising Info: rnlihelvick@gmail.com

RNLI Duck training at Baile na nGall Pier, An Rinn, in preparation for the International Duck Race scheduled for 3.00 p.m. on April 16th in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, during West Waterford Festival of Food. [RoseAnn Foley]

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Holidaying in Ireland gets massive plug with German Promotion THE Irish Caravan and Camping Council have partnered with Tourism Ireland to showcase Motorhome holidaying in approved Irish caravan and camping parks. The iconic and world renowned Kerrygold Brand and the German Caravanning Industry Association have teamed up for an ‘on pack’ promotion in the German Marketplace. This promotion will see 20 million Kerrygold cheese and butter packages carrying the promotion over the next couple of months. There are 10 motorhome trips for two people travelling to Ireland with Irish Ferries to be won. The lucky winners will overnight in Roscrea, Doolin, Tralee, Caherdaniel, Dungarvan and Wicklow at Failte Ireland registered Irish Caravan and Camping Council member parks for two nights. The promotion will give the Irish Tourism Industry a massive boost for the 2016/17 season in Germany,

which has seen strong growth year on year for park operators. On Easter Saturday Carola Birkholz, a freelance travel journalist, arrived in Ireland to drive the route and overnight in each of the participating parks. Ms Birkholz is the project leader with Caravanning Informations GmbH(CIG) and will highlight the Ireland promotion in the German media. Last night she met with the Irish Caravan and Camping Council Chairman Mark Knowles and Vice Chairman Con Quill in Dungarvan to brief them on her journey and explain the magnitude of the promotion in the German Market. Carola was very complimentary of the welcome she and her partner Martin received and the travel through the Irish countryside. Sipping a craft beer and enjoying the Irish hospitality as the sun set over Dungarvan Bay is one of the many experiences we hope will feature in her articles about Ireland.

Carola Birkholz, Caravanning Informations GmbH(CIG), with the Irish Caravan and Camping Council Chairman Mark Knowles and Vice-Chairman Con Quill in Dungarvan.

Quilter Cheviot announces sponsorship of 10th Anniversary Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford Attending the After Hours Event at TQS AT & IT Integration, Lismore, in conjunction with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Joe Breen and Julie O'Donnell, Waterford Leader Partnership; Yvonne Dillon, Nutrilicious Food Co., and Jenny Beresford, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Robert ‘Sonny’ Cash Photographic Exhibiton A COMMITTEE has been formed to commemorate photographer ‘Sonny’ Cash who lost his life when his house/studio burned down on Main St., Carrick-onSuir one hundred years ago 1916. All Cash’s prints and photos on the premises were destroyed in the fire. The Committee intend to mount an exhibition of Sonny Cash photos in the Heritage Centre, Main St. The exhibition will be launched by local writer Michael Coady. We are appealing to the public in the Carrick area in particular to loan us Sonny Cash photos or postcards. The Committee are

interested in personal and family photos as well as postcards. Please identify (if possible) friends and relatives in the photos. Linda Fahy, Proprietor of the Tudor Artisan Hub, Main St. (near Dillon Bridge) has kindly offered her premises as a dropping off point. All photos and postcards will be copied and developed to high resolution and framed in paper struts (with owners permission) and returned as soon as possible. There will be a cost involved in mounting the exhibition and in order to defray expenses a concert will be held in the Nano Nagle Chapel, Clancy

House, Carrick-on-Suir on Friday, April 22nd, involving local performers. Any monies in excess of our requirements will be donated to Carrick-on-Suir River Rescue. The Exhibition will continue during the Clancy Brothers Music Festival. The following are members of the Commemorative Committee: Patsy Travers Mullins, Walter Dunphy, Michael Coady, Frank Walsh (Director Tipperary Tourism), John Denby, Tom Grace, Seamus McGrath, and Gary McCarthy. Please support concert on 22nd April. Admission €10 (no raffle).

THE Dublin office of Quilter Cheviot is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the 2016 Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford as the renowned cycling event celebrates its tenth anniversary. This is the third year that the leading investment manager has sponsored the tour. A team of keen cyclists from the firm, including Dublin Head of Office, Brian Weber will also participate in the event, taking on the 100k Kelly Heritage Route across the scenic landscape of West Waterford. The tenth anniversary tour takes place on the 20th and 21st August and will see 6,500 cyclists of all fitness levels taking part in a series of challenges that encompass the spectacular scenery and back-breaking climbs of the Comeragh Mountains to the history and heritage of Lismore and Ardmore. This year’s event will also incorporate the ‘12k Kelly Spin’ an enteron-the-day only challenge for all the family. The 2016 Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford is one of a series of high-profile cycling events that Quilter Cheviot is sponsoring this

year. The firm is headline sponsor for the 2016 Quilter Cheviot Etape Royale, a 100 mile closedroad event taking place in Scotland. It is also supporting the Go Outdoors Mountain Mayhem race the longest running 24 hour mountain bike endurance event in the world, taking place in the Cotswolds, and a Hospice to Hospice cycle to raise funds for a new children’s hospice in Wiltshire. Commenting on the Sean Kelly Tour of

Waterford sponsorship, Brian Weber, Head of Quilter Cheviot Dublin said, “This event gets better and better each year and we are very much looking forward to supporting and taking part in the Tour this summer.When you sponsor a sporting event, it’s never just the participants or event organisers who benefit — local economies and good causes do too. This event brings thousands of people together to enjoy a beautiful part of Ireland and we are proud to support it.”

Johnny Brunnock, Event Co-ordinator of the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford, part of the An Post Series of five cycling events throughout Ireland in 2016, said: “The organisers are delighted Quilter Cheviot is once again involved with this event for the third consecutive year. Major events like the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford are made possible through the generous support of companies like Quilter Cheviot and our other valued sponsors and supporting agencies.’

Head of Quilter Cheviot Dublin office Brian Weber, former professional road bicycle racer Sean Kelly [David Clynch] and Stephen Mullin.

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President Peter Albert McKay, Maura Bermingham (Journal Chairman), Clubman of the Year James Butler, Honoree Patricia Phelan Duggan, Angela Allen (Dance Chairman) and Tom Fahey (Hurling Chairman).

Liam, Pierce, James, Maureen, Declan and Niamh Butler.

County Waterford S.B&P. Association and Waterford Hurling Club of New York

John and Erin Bryne, James and Maureen Butler, Ita and Kevin Brennan.

THE County Waterford S.B&P. Association and Waterford Hurling Club of New York held its annual dance on Saturday, March 19th, at the Fairways at Dunwoodie in Yonkers, NY. Guests of honour were Patricia Phelan Duggan and Leigh Mulhearne. Clubman of the Year was bestowed on James Butler. Photographs by Margaret P u rc e l l - R o d d y www.MPRphotos.SmugM ug.com

Caitlin, Liam, Patricia and Kelly Phelan Duggan.

John and Leigh Mulhearne-McLoughlin, Kim Mulhearne and Paul Mulhearne.

NY Gaelic Minor Board President Denis Twomey, Eamonn Glavin, John Kelly, Tom Fahey and Matt Cashman.

Maurice Barron, Peter Power, Bobby Power and Gear贸id Keating.

Matty Cashman, John Phelan and Eamonn Glavin. Eileen Dempsey, Kathleen Fitzgerald, Eileen Power and Angela Allen.

John Phelan, Eileen Casey and Waterford Association of NY President Peter Albert.

Denny Fahey, Dr. Joseph Lynch, Nora and Tom Fahey.

Kathleen Power, Paddy Power, Mary French and Pat French.

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Local travel company celebrates 10 years in business WITH over 20 years’ travel experience Waterford based travel agent Nicola Norris launched her travel business in 2006 and has recently celebrated ten successful years in business as part of one of the world’s fastest growing travel agencies – Travel Counsellors. Travel Counsellors is a travel agency – with a twist. As part of this world leading company, Nicola provides a concierge service building authentic, personalised itineraries for her clients. And because she is totally independent, with no ties to any travel providers, her advice is always impartial and honest. Says Nicola; “Your holiday will always be built to suit you personally. I offer a unique and bespoke service at a time to suit my customers, including evenings and weekends. Because I take the time to get to know people, I can deliver on my promise; it's a personal travel service which is unrivalled by any measure. And what makes me especially proud is that my customers see me as a trusted friend long after the suntans have faded!” This unique way of selling travel has proved to be

an unquestionable success as Nicola celebrates her tenth anniversary as part of a large team of Travel Counsellors in the Republic of Ireland supported by their local head office in Cork. The company is licensed and bonded by the Commission for Aviation Regulation here. Nicola explains: “The true scale of our global operation and what makes Travel Counsellors so special, becomes clearly defined and easy to appreciate if our customers experience an unavoidable crisis when on holiday. I am available for them 24 hours a day if needed whilst they are travelling and we do everything possible to look after them and get them swiftly and safely back home if necessary. The personal service gives my customers the peace of mind and support that they really deserve when booking their holidays or business travel with me.” You can visit Nicola’s webpages to read her interesting travel blogs or call directly to chat www.travelcounsellors.ie/nicola.norris or by calling 052 6136886 or 086 8764016.

Driving success with the WIT Hospitality Graduate Entrepreneurs Forum – Pictured at Waterford Castle at the launch of the inaugural forum to celebrate Waterford Institute of Technology Hospitality Graduate Entrepreneurs Forum on 19 April are students from the Diploma in Restaurant Management are Andrea Lynch of the Dunbrody Famine Ship Restaurant, New Ross, Co. Wexford and Lukas Kokrajnik of the Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore, Co. Waterford. [Mary Browne]

Mortality rates behind Waterford and Dungarvan fitness programme for men MEN on the Move:The Best Move You’ll Ever Make 8-week programme starts on 25th April in Dungarvan and 26th April in Waterford city. It is for men who want to start exercising, want to feel fitter and have more energy. Men on the Move, an initiative that was conceived by the Mayo Local Sports Partnership and is currently the subject of a national research project led by researchers at Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT), aims to improve men’s physical fitness and overall health and wellbeing. The 8-week programme is taking bookings for its next session starting at the end of April. “A quarter of men are now obese, compared to less than 8% 25 years ago. Latest statistics show that

only 30% of men in Ireland are of ‘normal’ weight. Men tend to accumulate fat around their abdomen which impacts mortality due to circulatory disease, many cancers and respiratory disease In Ireland, male life expectancy is 4.8 years lower than that of females and men have higher death rates than women for most of the leading causes of death at all ages,” explains Dr. Paula Carroll, Co-Course Leader of the Social, Personal and Health Education programmes at WIT . “A factor in the rise in obesity and men who live sedentary lifestyles is that there aren’t enough health initiatives that men would use or on in places men would more easily access. Men on the Move is underpinned by best practice and was established to help men

exercise in a setting they are comfortable to improve their overall health, well-being and physical fitness.” The programme consists of coordinator led structured group exercise twice a week, two facilitated workshops [diet and well being] an information booklet with a physical activity (PA) log, a pedometer for independent sessions, phone contact from local sports partnership staff and an end of programme 5km celebration event. In 2008, Ireland was the first country in the world to publish a National Men’s Health Policy (NMHP) which calls for the development of gender sensitive health promotion initiatives for men. While recognising the broader

social determinants of health, modifiable health behaviours such as diet, exercise, substance use, use of social support and safety practices have been identified as important contributors to health. WATERFORD CITY Every Tuesday and Thursday for 8 weeks beginning Tuesday, 26th April at RSC from 6.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. Cost €20. DUNGARVAN Every Monday and Wednesday for 8 weeks beginning Monday, 25th April at Clonea Strand Hotel from 6.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. Cost €20. PLACES ARE LIMITED Book your place today by calling Peter Jones on 0761 10 2191 or email pjones@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

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AN exciting new opportunity is coming to Dungarvan in the form of Enterprise Workshops targeted at people who are currently unemployed. Find out about the supports that are available from Waterford Area Partnership.These would include one-to-one mentoring to explore your ideas, enterprise training, networking and support in developing a business plan. Sources of funding would be identified including the Back To Enterprise Allowance from the Department of Social Protection. If you are interested in finding out more why not come along to one of the Information Workshops hosted by Waterford Area Partnership in the Enterprise Centre, Main St., Dungarvan (across from David Walsh’s).The workshops will be held every Wednesday morning at 10.00 a.m. commencing (today) 13th April next. For further details call Jillian on 086 700 7997. Waterford Area Partnership is responsible for the implementation of the SICAP programme in Waterford City & County. The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) 2015-2017 is funded by the Irish Government and co-funded by the European Social Fund and includes a special allocation under the Youth Employment Initiative.

holders will not be forgotten by FF - Butler WATERFORD Fianna Fáil TD Mary Butler has said the party is not forgetting the plight of standard variable rate mortgage holders trapped on high interest rates and stuck in a vicious cycle because of negative equity and inaction from banks. Deputy Butler said: “Many families are feeling trapped and under huge strain because of their mortgage. I’ve met families who are stuck on high standard variable rates who haven’t seen any real action from banks or government to ease the pressure on them. Fianna Fáil is committed to real action on this and their plight will not be forgotten. “A detailed look at the standard variable interest rates at the

moment will show a family with a €200,000 mortgage is paying approximately €4,000 a year more in interest than a comparable borrower in Northern Ireland and in other European countries. This is huge issue for many families and action in this area would make a huge difference in their daily lives. “Fianna Fáil’s plan is to give new powers to the Central Bank to intervene where the market is not applying fair interest rates to customers. These powers exist in other countries and unfortunately our banks have proven by their actions that they can’t be let decide these matters for themselves any longer. “The legislation Fianna Fáil is proposing strikes the right balance

between the banks’ need to make a profit and the borrowers’ rights to be treated in a fair manner. “Our plan is to give the Central Bank the responsibility of monitoring the level of competition in the mortgage market and the rates being charged. It would then step in where an obvious unfairness is being applied. The Central Bank would be able to use with a range of tools, including interest rate caps, to influence the standard variable rates being charged. “At the moment too much power still lies with the banks and government policy to date has been to try to persuade the banks to act more favourably towards customers on high variable interest rates. But

that hasn’t worked for families in Waterford and across the country. In reality the banks have merely tinkered with their standard variable rates and offered new longer-term fixed products. This ignores the real issue. “This is about addressing market failings and any reasonable assessment of the mortgage market now will tell you that’s it’s not functioning properly. It has been clear for some time that the Central Bank does not have all the tools it needs to ensure a properly functioning mortgage market. This will not be solved by greater competition in the banking sector alone; a more empowered Central Bank is needed too.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

A great Centenary – mostly! AS was generously acknowledged in this paper two weeks ago, the official Commemoration of the Easter Rising 1916 was a magnificent success and a truly fitting acknowledgement of the selfless, but doomed gesture made by those who undertook to take on the might of the British Empire in battle to secure the freedom of Ireland. The Concert did not lack imagination and was magnificently staged and produced by RTE from the Bord Gais Energy Theatre. Production, lighting effects, choreography, direction and stage dressing were superb and well equal to the historic occasion. However, the early contributions featured material which most people would have found strange and despite the talented presentation by the artists, it was often unintelligible and mainly lost on viewers. For instance,The Minstrel Boy, one of our finest marches which features in St. Patrick’s Day parades around the world and the tune which has buried many a member of the New York Police Force and emergency services, was played in an uninteresting, unsuitable and inappropriate slow waltz time. The rendering of The Foggy Dew, perhaps the definitive popular song of 1916, was strained and tortured and, for many, far from enjoyable. It would be a pity if some viewers decided to bow out at that stage, but those who persevered saw a vastly improved second half which must have impressed the vast majority of those who stayed to the end. The entire RTE coverage of the Rising Commemoration was very comprehensive and, whatever it cost – and it must

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have been expensive – it was worth every cent. There are moments when we must rise to the occasion and we are generally good at that. For Easter week, the national broadcaster outdid themselves with historical, cultural and commemorative programmes. The interspersed narrative, re-enactments, dance routines and inserts from around the world of the reading of the Proclamation were novel, entertaining and demonstrative. The choice of Easter Weekend rather than the actual date of the Rising was the correct one as Easter Sunday and Monday could not be allowed to pass without a substantial commemoration, so giving it the full treatment was inevitable. Very often Irish TV programmes cannot be received abroad, but on this occasion, RTE decided to make it available across the globe on the player. There is no doubt many emigrants watched it with pride in a variety of locations worldwide. To quote the Managing Director for RTÉ Television Glen Killane who said of the event: "Arts and culture are at the very heart of the Irish identity so it's fitting that ‘Centenary’ is the culmination of RTÉ 1916, to reflect on the Rising itself and the nation we have become. RTÉ is very proud to present Centenary, telling our nation's story through music, poetry, dance and song in collaboration with some of Ireland's best creative talents.” The 'Centenary' concert is available on RTÉ Player until Monday, April 28th.

Labour’s self inflicted woes EVEN though the Labour Party has stayed under the radar since their disastrous General Election and Leader Joan Burton seems to have become something of a recluse, the spotlight will shortly turn on the party and the question of leadership and whether there should be a change of leader or not. Even though party rules say that the leadership need not become an issue for six months after an election, the loss of thirty seats was disastrous and Joan Burton should have resigned the following day, allowing the Deputy Leader to carry on. However, such things do not happen in our jurisdiction, power is clung to jealously. According to a report in the Irish Times this week, Tánaiste Joan Burton has told senior Labour Party figures she wants to stay on as party leader and has discussed a campaign to retain the leadership, even though many in the party believed she would step down. Labour’s rules require a leadership election after an unsuccessful election and Ms. Burton – who remains acting Tánaiste – said she would announce her

intention after a Government is formed. The Irish Times report says it has been told by usually reliable sources that they believe that Ms. Burton and deputy leader Alan Kelly would both seek the post. Extraordinarily, it is also suggested that Ms. Burton and Mr. Kelly may second each other’s nomination for the leadership, as neither is certain of attracting a seconder from the parliamentary party, as party rules require. Only in Ireland! Whoever assumes or retains the leadership has an uphill struggle on their hands, but the first task must be to see where Labour went wrong over the last five years. For anyone with an open mind, that will not be a problem, the far left agenda does not suit the Irish people and, until that is toned down to an acceptable form, Labour will continue to languish in the doldrums. It is their choice and theirs alone. But will they listen to the people and the sound of votes rattling down the drain?

Councillor slams Council’s ‘indiscriminate’ and ‘threatening’ debt payment letters By Christy Parker WATERFORD Councillor James Tobin has condemned the ‘‘threatening’ tone of letters from Waterford Council for failing to differentiate between large and small scale debtors. Raising the issue at April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District committee meeting, the councillor furnished one such demand for “a little sum of €500” that was apparently sent to a young unemployed man by the Development and Contribution section of the council’s planning department. The recipient was warned that he had six days to agree payment. An angry Cllr.Tobin said the ‘standardised’ letter carried the same “frightening” message that he had seen sent to a major developer who owed thousands. “An application will be made to register a judgement mortgage against the property owned by you!” he quoted from the letter, continuing that, “In the event that a judgement is registered against you in those proceedings the judgement will be registered with the Irish Credit Bureau.” The councillor said it was “nothing short of a disgrace if Waterford County Council (sic)” was failing to differentiate between small debts perhaps even owed by “an old person or a widow” and that owed by “developers, some of whom never paid their development charges.” Cllr. Tobin argued that “there are various kinds of

debts and surely to God you can’t compare someone that owes €500 with someone that owes 10 or 20 times that amount. At a time when a lot of people are on the edge financially and otherwise, we as a council should not be sending out those letters”, he insisted. Cllr. Declan Doocey, concurring, said it had been “a very difficult Winter for a lot of people” and believed the letters “could be more subtle”. He too had been “contacted by several people who were very upset at the seven days’ notice” and while he accepted that development charges must be paid, he felt “there must be a more reasonable way.” MANDATE Rejecting the sentiments, Senior Engineer for Planning Jim O’Mahony reminded the councillors that the council was owed about €4m in unpaid development charges. The executive had been mandated by councillors at plenary meetings to collect the money much of which was a long time owed - in the interests of maintaining services. He said large and smaller debts “amount to the one thing”, i.e. “somebody got permission along the way and there are outstanding contributions. That is what we are collecting!” he stressed. Mr. O’Mahony explained that the council actually sends out gradually more demanding letters, beginning with a polite reminder. In the event of non-payment, up to five letters would be dispatched on a fortnightly

basis, each progressively more strict, until finally the debtor is advised that “if they don’t pay up we may take court action.”The engineer said he didn’t see “how we can do anything else.” Cllr. Tobin remains unhappy with the situation and also complained that there were no names on the letter he had brought with him. Mr. O’Mahony said he didn’t know “at what stage that letter is” but there would be two people named, along with a contact phone number. Cllr Tobin said there was only a phone number, as the issue subsided. CHARGES TOO HIGH Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell brought a footnote to proceedings however when he argued that “development charges are way too high” in any case. He seemed to refer to real life “a young pair” building a house and who were providing their own sewerage and water services. Yet they had to contend with a €10,000 demand just for planning permission, along with €20,000 to the banks. He added that the road to their house “should be properly repaired and maintained” in lieu of their outlay. Cllr. Tom Cronin corrected him that if they were providing their own sewerage and water services then they didn’t need to pay Irish Water for it. “As far as I can see no-one is paying water charges”, returned Cllr O’Donnell. “That’s not what I meant! I mean as in development charges”, corrected Cllr Cronin as the mater ended.

Councillor wants ‘faster turnover’ of Council houses By Christy Parker DUNGARVAN-based Waterford Councillor Damien Geoghegan says he is concerned at the length of time it takes for a house to become available following repairs by the council and the waste of a resource it represents while a house is unoccupied.

The councillor, who was speaking at April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District committee meeting, said “once a house is empty, nobody benefits”, whereas once re-let it benefits the occupant and “eases pressure on the housing list.” Given the council is “in the middle of a housing crisis”, he wanted it to focus on faster turnovers.

Cllr Geoghegan seemed to have specifics in mind as Director of Services for Housing Eamon Grimes said he knew “the houses in question” but that they were “part of a proposal submitted to the Department of Environment seeking capital funding”, as the cost of restoring them was beyond the norm. Earlier, Mr. Grimes had confirmed figures he had furnished at March’s

meeting in response to an inquiry from Cllr Siobhán Whelan as to how many vacant council houses were in the district. He clarified that there were 19 vacant properties, of which six were in “what is considered to be regeneration programmes.” Of the 13 remaining, eight had works recently completed and were already allocated.

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ORMOND (1st and 21st anniversary) – In loving memory of our parents Jeremiah (Jerh), who died on 17th April, 2015, and Mary Ormond, who died on 19th April, 1995, late of Poulbautia, Cappoquin. R.I.P. The memory of those we loved, Still casts a gentle glow, To grace our days and light our paths, Wherever we may go. Kind friends who think of them today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Sadly missed by all your family.

SCANLON (19th and 3rd anniversaries) – In loving memory of David and Peg Scanlon, late of Cladagh, Clashmore, whose Anniversaries occur on 21st and 19th April. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Cronan’s Church, Clashmore, on Sunday, 17th April, at 11.00 a.m. Will those who think of them today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

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PRENDERGAST (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear sister Noreen Prendergast (nee Cronin), late of Kealfoun, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford, whose Anniversary occurs on 18th April. April comes with sad regret, It brings back a day we will never forget, To us who have always loved you, Whose parting brought such pain, We will treasure your memory forever, In a world that can never be the same, Thinking of times when we were all together, Wishing those times could last forever, In our thoughts you are always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

QUINN (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Bridget (Biddy) Quinn, late of Grange, who died on 16th April, 2012. Our heart still aches with sadness, The secret tears still flow, What it meant to lose you, No one will ever know. Your resting place we visit, Your flowers we place with care, No one knows the heartache, As we turn to leave you there.

–Always loved and never forgotten, Michael, Ann, Margo and families. Anniversary Mass for Biddy will be celebrated in Grange Church on Sunday, 17th April, at 10.30 a.m.

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–Always loved and remembered, from your sister Ann and brothers Tommy and Michael and all your nieces and nephews.

POWER – Birthday remembrance of Vina Power, late of Ballinroad, whose birthday occurs on 15th April.

RAHER – Birthday remembrance for Lar Raher, late of Clonea, Dungarvan, whose birthday occurs on 13th April.

Of all the gifts in life, However great or small, To have you as our Aunt, Was one of the greatest of all. A special time, A special face, A special woman, We can’t replace.

You are the kind of person, Who leaves lovely memories behind, And special days like your birthday, Bring many fond memories to mind. And memories are possessions, That time can never destroy, For it is in happy remembrance, The heart finds its greatest joy.

–With the greatest love we wish you Vina a special Happy Birthday, with love from Bridie, Tracy, Michael and Pamela and Oisín and Aoife.

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You gave your long life, In loving, care and support of all of us, Then on that faithful day God called you from us, To that garden of rest and peace, May God in all his glory, Grant you eternal rest.

HOULIHAN – Birthday remembrance for David Houlihan, late of 35 Pinewood Lawn, Dungarvan, whose birthday occurred on 12th April.

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YOGA SUAIN IN THE PARK HOTEL – Tuesday Beginner & Pregnancy 7–8 p.m. Continuous Beginner & Intermediate 8–9 p.m. Thursday: Gentle Morning 10–11 a.m. Contact: Mary 087 6977426 / www.yogasuain.com (ind.)

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STONEWORK – Stone Walls (building and renewal), Bricklaying, Blocklaying, Patio and Gardening. Paving, Construction Works. Pictures and references available. Fully qualified. Polish professionals. Mobile: (087) 7916261 (text preferred). Email: mlstonework@yahoo.ie / www.facebook.com/mlston ework (6-5)

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Land For Sale

14 ACRES AT DROMORE, AGLISH – Excellent road frontage. All enquiries to: Nicholas Dwane, Auctioneer. Mobile No. (087) 262 9539. Office: (058) 42064. Or Owners Mobile No. (087) 756 5603. (29-4)

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TOP SOIL FOR SALE – Garde A. No stones. 5 ton to 300 ton. Dungarvan area. Contact: (086) 8342233. (22-4)

STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124

FOR SALE – Round and Square Bales of Hay, Haylage, Silage, Straw and Pit Silage. Will deliver. Also Grass for Silage near Carrick. Tel. (086) 2539144 / (085) 7466567. (6-5) (ind.)

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Vehicles For Sale

2000 NISSAN MICRA – 2 door, low mileage, perfect condition, NCT March 2017, taxed to end of April 2016, €950. Contact: (087) 9049065.

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Suir Groundworks

SUIR GROUNDWORKS – No.1 choice for the South-East – Kerbing, Paths, Entrance Walls, Cobbleblock, Patios. All groundowrk catered for. Contact: Micheal O’Neill (087) 4528444. (6-5)

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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.)

COMPLEX CLEANING SERVICES / SHINY HOUSE – Carpet Cleaning, Office Cleaning, General House Cleaning, Car Interior Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Gardening Cleaning, Trees and Shrubs Cutting, Walls and Patio Cleaning, Ironing. Contact: Dorothy (087) 6854522 or dorinaa84@gmail.com (6-5)

DUNGARVAN & DISTRICT ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION – Are holding an Open Day in the Tennis & Bowls Club, Abbeyside, on Thursday, 21st April, 2016, from 2.00 to 4.00 p.m. Why not come and join us and bring a friend. You will be sure of a warm welcome, tea and biscuits, chat, song and dance. We look forward to seeing you there.

BALED SILAGE FOR SALE – And 50 Bales of Haylage. Stradbally / Kilmacthomas area. Contact: (086) 8648188.

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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.) LISMORE – Beautifully Restored Cottage To Let, central location. 2/3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, spacious living accommodation, garden. Available May. Contact: office@fortwilliamfishing.ie

(22-4)

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

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For Sale

4 FRIESIAN COWS INCALF TO ABERDEEN ANGUS FOR SALE – Contact: (024) 96173. (15-4)

BREEDER HAS FOR SALE – Angus, Hereford and Charolais PBR Bulls from a closed herd. Up to 23 months old. Easy calving. Delivered. Tel. (087) 6176746. (6-5)

COLLIE PUPS FOR SALE – 3 months old. Some showing great interest in stock. Please contact: Martin Walsh (087) 2705484. HUSQVARNA RIDE-ON LAWNMOWER FOR SALE – 15.5hp, hydrostatic, 42” cut, mint condition. Tel. (087) 4428168. MAIZE SILAGE AND SQUARE STRAW BALES FOR SALE – Cappoquin area. Tel. (087) 2524004.

25 ACRES AVAILABLE TO LET FOR MAIZE – Dungarvan area. Tel. (086) 3862273.

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Required To Rent

3 TO 4 BEDROOM HOUSE REQUIRED TO RENT IMMEDIATELY – Abbeyside / Dungarvan area. Long-term. Tel. (087) 4425442. (22-4)

(22-4)

ROUND BALES OF SILAGE FOR SALE – Aglish area. Good value. Tel. (086) 3862273. BALED SILAGE FOR SALE – Ex-yard. Clashmore / Aglish area. Tel. (087) 9013081.

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House Wanted

HOUSE WANTED TO RENT – Min. 3 Bed. Dungarvan / Abbeyside area. Deposit and first three months rent available up front. Mark (087) 3827994 / Gemma (085) 7150150. (22-4)

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Long-term Lease

WANTED APPROX. 25 ACRES – And slatted cattle shed for long-term lease in the Dungarvan area. Contact: 087-7549655 after 6:00 p.m. (15-4)

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Farm Labourer

FARM LABOURER AVAILABLE – With years of experience with Machine Driving. Safe Pass to hand. All calls welcome. Tel. (22-4) (087) 2454098.

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.)

FESTIVAL OF FOOD Pictured here at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are Yvonne Dillion, Nutrilicous (front left) with Róisín Horsom, Crew’s, and Shane McGrath, Cliff House, with (back left to right): Steve Crotty from Merry's, Louise Clark from Nude Food and Paul Flynn from The Tannery in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. [Robbie Reynolds]

C e l e b ra t i n g T h e C h a n g i n g K i tc h e n West Wa te r fo rd Fest i va l of Fo o d A p r i l 1 5 t h –1 7 t h , 2 0 1 6

THE sunny South East is set for another year of gastronomical delights as the West Waterford Festival of Food returns to Dungarvan for its 9th successive year from 15th-17th April. Combining fabulous food and drink, engaging events, pop up restaurants and much more, it’s a must visit for food lovers everywhere. Following the success of last year’s festival which celebrated Generations in Irish Food, the theme this year will shine a spotlight on the up-and-coming faces in Irish food and also the trends that are set to dominate the culinary world for the next year. For three days the beautiful coastal town of Dungarvan and its surrounding countryside will welcome some of Ireland’s finest chefs, producers, stall-holders and all round lovers of fine food as well. Focusing on fresh new talent and innovators, the West Waterford Festival of Food showcases some of the best producers, chefs, restaurants and food businesses in Ireland. One of the highlights of the programme this year will be the hotly anticipated pop-up dinner by Robin Gill in The Tannery. The Tannery continues as a cornerstone of the West Waterford Festival of Food, this year welcoming Dublin-born chef Gill, who continues to light up the London restaurant scene, with the opening of his third restaurant Paradise Garage in Bethnal Green, along with his two other, highly thought of, restaurants The Dairy and The Manor. Flying the flag for young Irish talent over the pond, Robin’s stock is set to rise even higher in 2016. There will be more well-known faces in residence on Sunday as Mickael Viljanen, Graham Neville and Kieran Glennon host Sunday lunch. Three exceptionally talented

young chefs, each cooking in their respective restaurants at the very top of their game, this will be a unique opportunity for festival-goers to experience some of the finest cooking currently happening on this island. Other highlights focusing on The Changing Kitchen includes the aptly titled Gourmet Garbage Dinner, which will see Louise Clark of Nude Food host a food waste dinner at her Dungarvan café. Addressing the issue of food waste in the restaurant industry, chef Michael Quinn, food writer and journalist Dee Laffan and chef and food writer Joe McNamee will join in the conversation and the cooking while diners feast on delectable dishes, highlighting the many uses for food which would normally get thrown away. Returning once again to this year’s West Waterford Festival of Food will be Seafood Saturday. Come and enjoy all that the Waterford coastline has to offer, from fresh local seafood such as Harty’s Oysters to inspiring demos with Martin Shanahan and Shane McGrath. Whether it’s fun activities by the water, sensational seafood as you browse the stalls or simply the beautiful views along the quayside, Seafood Saturday is an event that showcases the heritage of this seaside town and is one not to be missed. A key event at every West Waterford Festival of Food is the hugely popular Farmer’s Market, this year on Sunday, April 17th. One of the largest artisan food markets on the island, and with over 90 stalls, the Farmer’s Market is the perfect showcase for the best producers and artisans of the region. Meet the producers, fill your basket and stroll the square as you take in the sights, scents and savours of the various

stalls. This year the West Waterford Festival of Food is delighted to introduce The Health Hub to its programme. With nutrition now a hot topic for many foodies, the festival has created a venue that is dedicated to the latest health and wellness food trends. Talks include The Spice of Life with medical herbalist Aine Marie O’Reilly, a panel discussion which will examine the rise of fad diets called Is Healthy Eating Killing Us? and there will be a special screening of GMO OMG followed by a panel discussion. The Cultured Food Company will hold a fermentation workshop while Magic Mayan Chocolate will be educating visitors on raw chocolate making. The West Waterford Festival of Food will be a one stop shop for 2016 food trends. A highlight of the event for many are the town hall demos and this year the West Waterford Festival of Food will be celebrating The Changing Kitchen. Javier Garduno of El Sombrero will join Lily Ramirez Foran to highlight a selection of Mexican cooking skills, and West Waterford Festival of Food are delighted to welcome back Kwanghi Chan, previously of The Cliff House Hotel, to give a masterclass in Asian street food. These demos from cutting edge Irish chefs and food producers are not to be missed – inspirational, interesting and delicious! For those festival-goers who enjoy the finer things in life, Declan Maxwell will host Afternoon Tea at Lismore Castle. Home to Lord and Lady Burlington, Head Butler Denis Nevin and his team will be serving the finest tea accompanied by sweet and savoury delicacies from the skilled hand of Judit

McNally of Ormond Café. A wonderful tradition that has stood the test of time, Afternoon Tea at Lismore Castle is an unforgettable experience that will be made extra special thanks to a recital from the ladies of the Voiceover Choir. Always key to the West Waterford Festival of Food, and an integral part of this year’s programme given the theme of The Changing Kitchen, are the little cooks. With a jam-packed schedule of events perfect for all from toddlers to teens, West Waterford Festival of Food will see your little chefs shine with events such as Busy with Biscuits, as well as workshops including one for little pizza chefs and some historic fun at King John’s Castle. Whether the little chefs are hands-on cooking or simply picking up their favourite fruit at the Fruity Pick ‘n’ Play, there’s plenty of options for a foodie family day out. More information on events will be released from West Waterford Festival of Food HQ, with full details on the 2016 programme being announced in due course, but visitors can expect seaweed foraging, restaurant trails, the ever popular Bus Bia Tours, Irish Craft in a Glass which offers a series of opportunities to taste and learn about the increasingly popular craft beer, gin, cider and whiskeys of Ireland, and much more. This year’s West Waterford Festival of Food celebrating The Changing Kitchen is the perfect way to experience Ireland’s vibrant food culture, and every day is a great day out for all the family! For bookings and enquiries contact 058 21433 or visit www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com

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Nude Food

The Moorings

The Tannery

Tannery Cookery School

Blasta Wholefoods

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St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church of Ireland

An Bainnlann ChĂşil na nGabhar Art Gallery

Causeway Tennis and Bowls Club

Ardmore Gallery and Tearoom

SGC Cinema

Copper Coast Geopark

Gold Coast Hotel

Bank Studios

Clonea Beach

Dungarvan Shopping Centre

The Local

The Anchor

The Lady Belle

Le ChĂŠile

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Ballinclamper

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Health Hub

Beach House Gallery

Enterprise Bar

Haven Art Studio

Joan Clancy Art Gallery

Old Market House Arts Centre

Euroroute Cuisine

Gourmet House

Lazy Lamb

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TICKET OFFICE DETAILS

Waterford Festival of Food in conjunction with DĂŠise Link will be running the FREE Hopper Bus Service again this year.

Tickets on-line at / TicĂŠidĂ ar-lĂne ag: www.WestWaterfordFestivalofFood.com

FREE Hopper Buses will operate on 4 routes from 10am to 6pm on Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th April

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Saturday - Satharn 16th

Sunday - Domhnach 17th

AFTERNOON TEA

THE CUTTING EDGE OF COOKING

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Venue: Lismore Castle Time: 3pm - 5pm An afternoon tea prepared by Judit McNally served in majestic Lismore Castle. Kindly supported by Lord and Lady Burlington.

Friday - Aoine 15th

Thursday - DĂŠardaoin 14th DUNGARVAN FARMERS MARKET Margadh FeirmeoirĂ

FREE

Venue: Grattan Square, Dungarvan Time: 9am - 2pm Our Weekly Farmers Market.

Saturday - Satharn 16th

Venue: Lawlorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel Time: 8pm Showcase four course dinner with local produce followed by live music and dancing.

Foghlaim Faoi Feamainn Venue: Clonea Beach Time: 10am - 11am Join Marie Power, The Sea Gardener, for a seaweed foraging walk.

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SLOW FOOD STORY Venue: Nude Food Time: 10am - 11am

Friday - Aoine 15th DUNGARVAN COUNTRY MARKET

FREE

Margadh Tuaithe Venue: The Causeway Tennis Club, Abbeyside Time: 9.30am - 1pm Range of fresh and homemade items available

ON YOUR MARKS (AGE: 2 - 5 YEARS)

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Venue: Blackwater Distillery, Cappoquin Time: 10am - 4pm

BUS BIA TOURS FREE

HILLWALKING IN THE COMERAGHS FREE

Ith agus Spraoi Venue: Le ChĂŠile Childcare Time: 11am - 1pm Drop in play and information session.

OPENING CEREMONY

BUSY WITH BISCUITS (AGE: 5+ YEARS) FREE

Venue: Dungarvan Castle Time: 4pm - 5pm View our Seed To Plate project living walls as we launch this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s festival.

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Venue: Townhall Theatre Time: 6pm - 7pm The importance of diet and nutrition in sports training. Panel talk with some of our leading athletes.

TAKING THE LEAP

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CHOCOLATE MASTERCLASS

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Learn to master chocolate techniques and desserts.

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Venue: Local Restaurants Time: 7pm - Late

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IN THE LIBRARY

Venue: Old Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan Time: 7pm - 9pm Dungarvan Film Club hosts a screening of El Bulli: Cooking In Progress with food from Little Thai Kitchen.

FREE

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Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868 Time: 5pm - 6pm Talk and tasting of Irish whiskey.

EUNICEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DINNER CLUB

GATSBY NIGHT

Greim le Greann

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SUPERFOOD BREAKFAST

With comedians Joe Rooney and Patrick McDonnell.

Venue: Friary St Time: 10am - 2pm Nutrilicious chef Yvonne Dillon shows you how to start the day the superfood way.

MOORINGS LATE NIGHT FEAST

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Venue: The Moorings Time: 9pm - Late

THE SPICE OF LIFE Venue: Friary St Time: 11.30am - 12pm Medical herbalist Aine Marie Reilly discusses culinary herbs and spices for health.

Lunchtime in the Georgian Quarter â&#x20AC;&#x201C; enjoy one course in each restaurant in historic buildings.

Sunday - Domhnach 17th FREE

BAKE OFF WITH LILY HIGGINS

FERMENTED FOODS

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Junior Entry

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Venue: Tannery Cookery School Time: 9.30am - 2pm

Demos, displays, food and maritime fun with Hartyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oysters, Martin Shanahan, Shane McGrath, RNLI, DHSC, South Coast Seafood and Garvey Group.

TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s star baker gives tips and techniques while juding your creations.

RAW CHOCOLATE MAKING

FESTIVAL MARKET

Venue: Friary St Time: 3pm - 3.30pm Trade secrets with Darren Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor from Magic Mayan Chocolate.

Margadh na FĂŠile

FREE

Margadh Bia Venue: Grattan Square Time: 1.30pm - 5pm

FREE

ORGANIC WINE TASTING

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DISCOVERING SEAWEED FREE

Venue: Meet at Castle Time: 2pm - 3pm

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SUPERFOOD DEMO Venue: Town Hall Theatre Time: 2.30pm - 4.30pm

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BREAD, GLUTEN & COELIAC DISEASE Venue: Town Hall Theatre Time: 11.45am - 1pm

Jack and Theo Kirwan of Sprout and Co showcase their superfood skills, followed by Oliver McCabe who talks Fuel Food.

CHILL (AGE: 8 - 12 years) Venue: Market House Arts Centre Time: 12.30pm - 1.30pm

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Venue: Causeway Tennis Club Time: 9.30am - 12pm (QHUJLVH \RXU GD\ ZLWK D Č´ WQHVV VHVVLRQ ZLWK .DUO +HQU\ IROORZHG E\ a Flahavanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nutritional brunch.

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DUNGARVAN CASTLE Venue: Castle St Time: 11am - 3pm Family fun including Flahavanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flapjack House.

SUNDAY EVENTS NUTRITION FOR PREGNANCY, PRE-PREGNANCY AND INFANCY Venue: Friary St Time: 10.30am - 11.30pm With midwife and nutritionist Kathy White of The Joy of Food and Life.

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IS HEALTHY FOOD KILLING US? Venue: Friary St Time: 1pm - 1.30pm Panel Discussion.

Panel discussion on Coeliac disease and gluten.

Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868 Time: 3pm - 4pm Panel discussion & beer tasting with Dungarvan Brewing Company, Metalman Brewing & Wicklow Wolf.

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Feamainn Fhionnadh Venue: SĂłlĂĄs na Mara Time: 10am - 12pm Join Marie Power, The Sea Gardener, for a seaweed foraging walk followed by demo and tasting.

Deis do theaghlaigh taitneamh as an bhFĂŠile le chĂŠile trĂ Ghaeilge.

KITCHEN CUPBOARD FUN (AGE: 5 - 8 years) Venue: Market House Arts Centre Time: 11am - 12pm

Venue: Friary St Time: 1.30pm - 2pm Hayley Milthorpe from The Cultured Food Co talks Kimchee and Sauerkraut.

Venue: Davittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quay Time: 12.30pm - 4.30pm

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Venue: Lawlorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel Time: 9pm - Late

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Venue: Georgian Dungarvan Time: 12pm - 3pm

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SATURDAY EVENTS

A late night garden party featuring pizzas by Volcano Pizza.

RESTAURANT TRAIL

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COMEDY GRUB CLUB

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Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868 Time: 9pm - late Cocktails and canapĂŠs inspired by the parties of Jay Gatsby.

GOURMET GARBAGE

Illustrated talk with food historian Regina Sexton.

SEAFOOD SATURDAY

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VEGETABLE MAN (AGE: 7+ years) Venue: Dungarvan Library Time: 2pm

FLAHAVANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FITNESS BRUNCH

Dungarvan Film Club and Little Thai Kitchen present a night of Asian food and cinema.

Venue: Nude Food Time: 9pm - 11pm

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IRISH CRAFT IN A GLASS: WHISKEY

Venue: Old Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan Time: 7pm - 9pm

Venue: St Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church of Ireland Time: 1.30pm - 2.30pm

SEASIDE FORAGE

Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868 Time: 3pm - 4pm Celebrating the Irish apple in its many forms.

Showcase meal of local produce by Eunice Power.

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ENTERPRISING FOOD MARKET FREE

Edible Jewellery (AGE: 4+ years) Venue: Dungarvan Library Time: 11am Make cereal jewellery, edible necklaces and a whole load more.

THE SCIENCE OF FOOD Club ScannĂĄn na FĂŠile

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Use fruit and vegetables to create your own art.

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FESTIVAL FILM CLUB

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Venue: Castle Street Time: 11am - 3pm Family fun including Flahavanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flapjack House.

Venue: Ormond CafĂŠ Time: 7pm - 8.30pm

RESTAURANT TRAIL: ALONG THE QUAY

(ALL AGES)

Club ScannĂĄn na FĂŠile

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BraoinĂn Ă&#x2030;ireannach

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Venue: The Mill, by Garveyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Time: 7.30pm - late

Venue: Ballinclamper Beach Time: 12pm - 1pm / 3pm - 4pm Join forager Andrew Malcolm as he goes on the hunt for seaside plants.

Venue: Lawlorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel Time: 10.15am - 11am / 11.30am - 12.15pm Create your perfect pizza using fresh and healthy ingredients.

DUNGARVAN CASTLE

Demo and dining with graduates of Dublin Cookery School.

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Join Dungarvan Hillwalking Club for a scenic 7km mountain route.

TĂłraĂocht Cois TrĂĄ

Cooking Together Workshops Venue: MeĂĄnscoil San NioclĂĄs Time: 10am - 12pm / 2.30pm - 4.30pm Adult and child cooking together workshop. Imeacht dĂĄtheangach.

PERFECT PIZZA (AGE: 7+ YEARS)

Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868 Time: 6.30pm - 8pm

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BrioscaĂ do PhĂĄistĂ Venue: DĂŠise Day Centre Time: 10am - 10.45am / 11.15am - 12pm / 12.30pm - 1.15pm Junior bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biscuit baking and decorating workshop.

CĂ&#x201C;CAIREACHT LE CHĂ&#x2030;ILE NUTRITION FOR SPORT

FESTIVAL FILM CLUB

FREE

ANCIENT GRAINS

IRISH CRAFT IN A GLASS: APPLES

Peter Mulryan of Blackwater Distillery hosts a tasting of Irish distillery gins.

Venue: Meet at Park Hotel Time: 11am - 3pm Age: 14+ years

Spend the day doing a hands on workshop to distill a special festival gin.

Friday - Aoine 10th

Venue: Bus departs from Shandon Time: 10am - 2pm

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Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868 Time: 5pm - 6pm

Tour through wonderful West Waterford on one of the Bus Bia tours.

Ar an mBĂłthar Venue: Walton Park Time: 10am - 11am Road safety awareness workshop.

FRUITY PICK AND PLAY (AGE: 2 - 5 YEARS) GIN DISTILLING WORKSHOP

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Enjoy a screening of the Slow Food story and enjoy Nudeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breakfast.

Saturday - Satharn 16th

Venue: Town Hall Theatre Time: 2pm - 4.30pm Mexican, Asian Street Food and Japanese cooking.

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Buses will run from 10am to 6pm Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th

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Demos by some of Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freshest chefs and producers.

IRISH CRAFT IN A GLASS: GIN

OPENING PARTY WITH SHOWCASE DINNER

Festival Information / Eolas ar an bhFĂŠile: Telephone: 058 41741

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FILM: GMO OMG Venue: Friary St Time: 2.30pm - 4pm Award wiQQLQJ Č´ OP followed by panel discussion on GMO.

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The Health Hub THE Health Hub is a new addition to the festival for 2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a dedicated space for talks, demos and discussions on the latest health and wellness trends. Located on Friary St., just next to the Town Hall Theatre, pop in and join us for a discussion or demo over the festival weekend. We start Saturday with a Superfood Breakfast by Yvonne Dillon from Nutrilcious. Later, local Medical Herbalist Aine Marie reilly will talk about the medicinal benefits of everyday store cupboard herbs and spices. Have you heard about the health benefits of fermented food? Nowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your chance to hear from fermentation expert Hayley Milthorpe from the Cultured Food Co whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be there talking about and tasting her award winning Kimchee and Sauerkraut. Chocolate lovers will be able to meet Darren Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor from Magic Mayan chocolate who will be giving a raw chocolate making demonstration. We round off Saturday with an Organic Wine tasting with Daragh Moore from the Wine Buff. Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programme begins with Midwife and Nutritionist Kathy Whyte discussing nutrition for prepregnancy, pregnancy and

infancy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a must for all new mums and mums to be. Later in the day we wil have Journalist Dee Laffan, Health Freak Richard Kennedy and Blasta Wholefoodsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rob Whinnett asking Is Healthy Eating Good for Us? The Health Hub programme ends with a film, GMO OMG. This awardwinning film follows a father of three as he travels across America interviewing farmers, scientists and politicians in his endeavours to find out more about genetically modified food and the impact it is having on his childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health and their environment. This will be followed by a panel discussion with author and campaigner Pat Thomas from Beyond GM and John McKenna from the Bridgestone guides. Claire Dalton Food Festival CEO said â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are really excited to launch the Health Hub this year. It adds a whole new dimension to the festival. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to thank McCarthy Wallpaper & Paint for generously allowing us to use their premises.â&#x20AC;? Tickets for each event are just â&#x201A;Ź5 and a day pass is available for â&#x201A;Ź10. Tickets are available from the Tourist Office on Main Street or online at www.westwaterfordfestivaloffod.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

O ve r 6 0 0 d u c ks r e a d y t o ra c e i n Dav i tt’s Q u ay fo r H e l v i c k L i fe b o a t HELVICK RNLI are delighted to return to Bia Mara Cois Cé celebrations on Seafood Saturday, April 16th, during West Waterford Festival of Food. Over six hundred numbered little yellow ducks will be set afloat in Davitt’s Quay after 3.00 p.m. Each duck costs €3 or 2 for €5. There is great excitement in anticipation of the Duck Race because some of the ducks are coming from overseas giving it an international flavor and it is guaranteed to attract a huge crowd of all ages. “There are prizes for big and small ducks” said RNLI Fundraising Branch Member RoseAnn Foley. “Ducks can be bought at local businesses and from the RNLI stall near Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club (DHSC) on Seafood Saturday. And we appreciate your support!” “Bring your jacket along to the free lifejacket clinic near the RNLI stall in Davitt’s Quay at 2.00 p.m. ahead of the Duck Race and Austin Flynn Hon RNLI Sea Safety Officer will advise on the importance of choice, fit and maintenance. A lifejacket will buy you vital time in the water and could save your life, but only if you’re wearing it” added Kevin O’Morchoe, Hon Fundraising Chairman. DHSC will host a Local Historic Photographic Exhibition from the Tomás and Kathleen Walsh collection in association with the Helvick Lifeboat Station during West Waterford Festival of Food. The RNLI Dungarvan & Helvick Fundraising Branch work hard to supplement the latest training and safety equipment required by the brave men in the Helvick Lifeboat Crew who are always ready to volunteer to save life at sea in all types of weather 24-7-365. See us on Facebook: Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising Info: rnlihelvick@gmail.com

Little ducks resting on the Helvick Marker in Dungarvan Bay in preparation for the International Duck Race scheduled for 3.00 p.m. April 16th in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan during West Waterford Festival of Food. [Tomás Ó Cadhla]

9th annual West Waterford Festival of Food rolls into town!

Nutrition fo r S p o r t ONE for the local sportspeople, on Friday evening in the Town Hall Theatre MC Kieran O'Connor leads a panel discussion on Nutrition for Sports with some of our leading local athletes.They will be sharing their experiences of training, discussing how diet impacts on their fitness levels and overall wellness, and giving tips to everyone who is looking at improving their fitness, health and wellbeing. Panellists include former hurler of the year and all star medallist, currently working on the Waterford senior hurling management team, Dan Shanahan who will give his perspective in terms of being a player and a coach and look at how things have changed since he was playing. Former Irish international cyclist, and WIT exercise physiologist Stephen Barrett also joins the panel. Stephen has excelled at hurling,

Thomas Barr triathlon, squash and most recently Crossfit and has a nutrition consultancy business. He is working with the Waterford hurlers at present on their diet and nutritional needs and is well placed to discuss the advantages of diet and nutrition for sport. We are especially delighted to welcome to the discussion Olympic hurdler Jessie Barr, along with her brother Thomas Barr, who are both in training for Rio 2016. Thomas is current World University Games champion, winning the 400m hurdles title in South Korea last August, and in April last year was ranked the number one runner in Europe in the 400m hurdles. He was joint winner of the Park Hotel Sport Star

award for 2015 and is one of Ireland’s hottest hopes for the 2016 Rio Olympics. Having competed at both the European Championships and Olympic Games in 2012, Jessie will be hoping to reproduce the performances that got her there. Coming from a testing 2 years with injuries hindering her from competing to her potential, she is looking forward to get back to her best. Both Thomas and Jessie are competing at the top of their games and nutrition is a key part of this. This will be a very lively and interactive session, with plenty of opportunity for questions from the floor so one not to be missed if you are involved in sport and looking to improve through nutrition.

AS the ninth annual festival of food kicks off in town this weekend, we take a look at some of the highlights of the festival for this weekend. Seafood Saturday, now in its third year, promises to be bigger and better than ever this year. Working with the RNLI and Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club, the festival committee have put together a fantastic programme of entertainment and colour for this year. The ducks will be back, and have been training hard for their race which starts at 3pm and we look forward to market stalls, chefs demos and lots of fun and craic with a seafood theme. Over the festival weekend there will be lots of family fun in the grounds of Dungarvan Castle. Alongside the Agri Aware farm, we will have the Déise beekeepers showing their educational hive and a showcase of our schools Seed to Plate project, in association with GIY and Glanbia. Come view our living walls that the children have been busy growing for, and relax in the GIY space. Also at the castle, we

will be unveiling our Flahavan’s Flapjack House, come see the house, help to decorate and resist the urge to munch on it! Along our kids trail, we have the favourites such as busy with biscuits and pizza making, food science workshops, food art workshops in the library and you can join Waterford Sports Partnership in Walton Park on Saturday mornings for a fun session of balance bikes and road safety at On Your Marks! Our guest chef for the weekend is Robin Gill, star of the London restaurant scene who will be sharing his skills at The Tannery on Saturday night, showcasing some of his dishes from his three London restaurants, The Dairy, The Manor and Paradise Garage. Markets are a big part of the Festival of Food. On Saturday there will be the chance to showcase some of the up and coming food producers of the region at the EnterpRISING food marquee in the square, in association with Waterford Local Enterprise Office, while on the quay there will be

food with a seafood theme available. Of course, the festival is famous for its festival market on Sunday, when over 80 stall-holders will be taking to Grattan Square selling their artisan produce. The festival market is legendary and held in high regard with both traders and customers alike, and can attract visitor numbers of up to 18,000 people. A programme of entertainment is provided from local musicians to really add to the festival buzz an atmosphere. New this year is the introduction of the Festival’s Taste Trail, with businesses around the town offering tasters and samplers of their product in exchange for a €2 token. Token books will be available to purchase from Dungarvan Tourist Office and cost €10 for a book of ten tokens. With so much to see and do, Dungarvan and West Waterford is the place to be this weekend! Tickets are on-sale on the festival website and at the festival box office in Dungarvan Tourist Office, Main St., Dungarvan.

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NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

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

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper Card Results 1st Mary & Aaron Pratt; 2nd Mary Whelan & Christy Higgins; 4th/5th Stephen Cunningham & Nellie Devine. Lucky Tables: Dan Howard, Eddie Sheehan, Rita Leamy, Ann Geary, Mary Fitzgerald, Joan Hannon. Raffle: Pat Noonan, Denny Tobin x 2, Sheila Longergan, Helen O’Keeffe, Helen Cunningham, Pat Kirby, Eddie Sheehan, Delia Cashell, Sean Higgins.

Sign Up Today for the Men on the Move Programme THE Men on the Move Programme is designed to get men more active, while having a bit of craic and making some new friends along the way. The programme itself is based around mobility, flexibility, conditioning, strength and aerobic fitness all to suit a person’s individual fitness and needs. Waterford Sports Partnership are happy to announce the commencement of two new 8 week Men on the Move programmes for beginners at Clonea Strand Hotel starting on Monday, 25th April and the at the Regional Sports Centre, Cork Road,Waterford starting on the Tuesday, 26th April, 2016. If you, or anybody you know is interested please call Jai Tuohy on 076 110 2194 or email jtuohy@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

Irish Red Cross Portlaw THE 2016 Tom Jordan Road Race is fast approaching! We are looking forward to hundreds of athletes and supporters in the village again for this year’s 8th event held on Friday, 6th May in memory of the late Tom Jordan. The run is once again part of the popular Outfield Sports Series and boasts not only a fantastic route but also a great prize fund. A big thank you to all local businesses who have pledged their support for this year’s prize fund, especially to O’Neill’s Pharmacy, who has stepped forward as main sponsor this year once again. If you own a business and would like to contribute, please contact us on 0876646824 or by email to secretary.portlaw@redcross.ie. Any amount, however large or small is very much appreciated. To keep everybody safe, we would also like to ask anyone who could spare a couple of hours on the night to steward the race to come forward. Thank you.

Photo shows actress Victoria Hamersley and Cinematographer Keith Currams during the filming of SISTERS at The Art Hand recently.

Bonmahon HAMERSLEY ART A selection of my new work ‘yet to be titled’ will be on exhibit in the Copper Coast Geopark visitors centre for the month of July. This will be my second exhibition in the Geopark this year and will coincide with the Gala Weekend organised by the Edith Collier’s Bunmahon Heritage Society. Edith Collier’s

Dementia Information Evening ON Monday evening, 25th April, the Youghal Community Health Project in partnership with the HSE and Cork Alzheimers’ Society will be holding a Dementia Information Evening at Youghal GAA from 7.30 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. This is a free event the aim of which is to provide information, advice and support to local people about Dementia. Anyone living in the East Cork/West Waterford Area is very welcome to attend. The evening will consist of several guest speakers such as Michael Callanan – Support and Advocacy Service for Older People; Siobhan Cahill from the Mercy Hospital will be explaining dementia; Kathy Ryan who will tell her story of living with her diagnosis of Dementia and Vanessa Bradbury, Dementia Advisor with the Cork Alzheimers’ Society. There will tea/coffee available followed by a Questions and Answers session. Information on living with Dementia and the Supports available to families will also be available on the night. Anyone interested in finding out more about Alzheimers and other Dementias is very welcome to attend. For further information contact 086-4668484.

Windswept by Orlaith Hamersley.

Bunmahon Heritage Society Gala weekend will take place on July 15th 16th and 17th in various locations around Bunmahon and will celebrate 100 years since the historic artist Edith Collier lived and worked in Bunmahon. My 'Windswept' collection will be on exhibition at the Copper Coast Geopark from the 15th of this month and is part of the West Waterford Festival of Food

art trail. For more information please see www.hamersleyart.com BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY LOTTO The numbers drawn at last week's Lotto were 2122-23-29. There was no Jackpot winner but we had 2 match 3 winners, congratulations to Sean Mulcahy and Martina O’Brien who receive €50

each. This week’s Jackpot will be €5,150 with the draw taking place in Hayes on Thursday night. COPPER COAST GEOPARK VISITOR CENTRE HOSTS ORLAITH HAMERSLEY’S ‘WINDSWEPT’ EXHIBITION The Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre in Bunmahon will open for the 2016 season for weekends from 15th April. The Visitor Centre will open on Friday 15th, Saturday, 16th and Sunday, 17th April, and from then, the Centre will open every Saturday and Sunday. The Visitor Centre offers visitors a great place to stop off for some rest and relaxation while enjoying a drive along our stunning coastline. The café has gained a solid reputation for serving locally produced artisan food, and stocks an excellent range of local crafts and art in the gift shop.You can also learn about the fascinating history of the copper mining industry in the area in the Mining Exhibition in the Visitor Centre. NEWS FROM THE ART HAND We are delighted to announce that the film ‘SISTERS’ has been selected for screening at the March on Films Festival which will be held in Dublin in ATRL (part of Trinity College School of Drama, Film and Music) on April 23rd. The film was filmed at The Art Hand and along The Copper Coast. It stars the extremely talented Victoria Hamersley, a 16 year old native of Bunmahon.

The film was written and directed by Sean Corcoran and produced by Angela Mulcahy. Keith Currams was the cinematographer and editor. Rachel Stern (from Those Sensible Shoes) created a humming voiceover as a haunting soundtrack. Orlaith Hamersley looked after costumes and props. The film was devised and created within a one month period as per the criteria of the March on Film Festival. We are also happy to announce that our ROCK ART RELAY workshops for Groups are now available on Tramore Beach as well as along The Copper Coast. Teamwork is central to these fun and rewarding workshops with artist Sean Corcoran and there is a unique piece of art to show for all the exertions, even if it is only temporary! Such is the nature of environmental art. So whether it’s a school tour, a family get together or a team building event just contact us on 051 292919 to discuss some ideas. WORDS ON TOUR All are welcome to attend our monthly celebration, the WORDS event, which takes place in different locations along The Copper Coast on the first Wednesday of every month. The April one was in Mother McHughs Pub in Fenor, the May one takes place at The Art Hand and in June we will be at The Copper Coast Geopark Visitors Centre. We're a nice bunch and we won't force you to perform!

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Kill WHAT’S NEW AT KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Our next Bingo night takes place this Thursday, 14th April at 8.00 p.m. Join us this week to play for a Jackpot of €260. The next Teenage Disco is scheduled for the 29th April from 9.00 p.m. - 12.00 midnight. Strictly no alcohol. Kangoo Club Kill is a fun and exciting way of getting fit every Tuesday evening at 7.15 p.m. while Guitar lessons now take place on Friday evenings from 5.30 p.m. Our After school service operates from Monday to Friday, please contact Siobhan on 086-1561993 for enquiries and bookings. HOMESTAYS The Cycle Against Suicide is coming to our area soon. The organisers are arranging overnight homestays for all the cyclists, some of whom are taking part for the full two weeks to break the cycle against suicide. If you have a spare bedroom and would like to support this fantastic

cause, please contact Tricia Quinn on 086-3705991. Thank you for your support. GEALACH GORM THEATRE The 5th Anniversary Special Singer / Songwriter Festival took place in the Gealach Gorm Theatre recently. A big thank you to all who made the 2016 event such an outstanding success. Top class acts, the intimate setting and wonderful atmosphere made the festival once more a fantastic night. Well done to all involved! HAPPY DAYS LEND A HELPING HAND The Helping Hand Waterford Group consists of a team of fantastic volunteers, providing hot meals, snacks and most importantly a friendly face to the homeless in Waterford on six nights a week. This service has become indispensible for many people who have fallen on hard times. A big thank you to Dave in Happy Days for facilitating a collection for food stuffs in the shop – anyone

who would like to buy an extra bottle of water, packet of crisp, piece of fruit and more, please just place it in the shopping trolley outside the shop. All donations are most gratefully accepted and will be collected on Tuesday afternoon and brought to the group to help keeping this service going. Please note, this is not a fundraiser or collection drive by the Helping Hand but a response to the many locals asking “how can we help?”. Thank you all for your generosity. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY The Swan Lodge Classic & Vintage Club proudly presents the 2016 Mick Kirwan Memorial Tractor and Vehicle Run which takes place on 15th May, 2016 at Gardenmorris, Kill. An array of vintage tractors, vehicles and machinery along with the famous BBQ and entertainment, this day of fun for the whole family will be a fitting tribute to the late Mick Kirwan who was a founder member of this group and is sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. All proceeds of this year’s event will go to the Waterford Hospice. VETERAN MEMORIAL MASS Mass will be held for our veterans who fought in World War One, 100 years ago. All are welcome to join us at a special mass in Ballylaneen Church on Wednesday, 27th April, 2016 at 7.00 p.m., commemorating the lives of family members from around the area who fought bravely in the great war. May their souls rest in peace.

Dungarvan Lions Club EXCITING NEW FILM PREMIERE FOR DUNGARVAN IN AID OF IRISH GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND THE Lions Club, in association with SGC Cinema are proud to present “Who is Dervla Murphy?”, a film about the internationally-acclaimed travel writer from Lismore. She has received many accolades over the years and this film promises to be a fascinating account of her life and work. Proceeds will go to Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. The film will be shown in just two cinemas in Ireland, in Dundrum in Dublin and here in Dungarvan. Lions Club International celebrates its

centenary next year, having been founded in Chicago in 1917. Our District, which covers the island of Ireland, has chosen this charity as the beneficiary of a special project to mark the first hundred years. The above organisation and its equivalent in Northern Ireland have agreed to only utilise the funds raised for the purposes of breeding and training dogs. This is in line with our practice of not providing funding for administrative or salary purposes. Premiere Night - Saturday 23rd April The screening will be preceded by a cheese and wine reception at 7.00 p.m. followed by the film at 7.30 p.m. Tickets for this event are €15 and are available from:- The Wine Buff 05824523; Lismore Heritage Centre 05854975; Lions Club 087-6653191.

An Rinn A Ballad Group who took part in the County Finals of Scor na bPaisti held in Cappoquin Community Hall.

Abbeyside Scouts AFTER the Prayer and Subs, Tommy Reynolds from the Food Festival came to talk to the lads about helping out at the festival. Our scouts showed great interest in helping out. They then went outside for some exercise. Some went to organise equipment while others made a raft outside. We had some reminders about Annual Camp (which will be from July 10th to 16th, at Portlick Campsite, on the shores of Lough Ree, north of Athlone). Please remember to keep those Annual Camp deposits coming, and remember Wednesday the 13th is annual camp presentation night, as well as the investiture of our newest scouts so parents please

keep that clear in your diaries. Well done to the scouts and leaders who braved the rain for a map and compass training excercise last Sunday afternoon in the Comeraghs. We did a joint event with Dungarvan Scouts and Donal, a mountain leader from SEMRA, the mountain rescue group, in what could be described as "fierce damp" conditions. Also well done to our ventures, who are hosting an event for other county ventures this coming weekend at Villierstown Boat Club. They expect to have up to 30 youth and adult members out on the water over the weekend. We have cubs on a Chief Scout 20km hike on Sunday too, so all sections are busy and buzzing!

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menssheds.ie WORK goes on in our work shops, Joe was busy making a fab table in No. 3; Jedy finishing his rocking cot, looks great! Again thank you to John Dewan for his trailer for our St. Patricks Day Float.

Our Benefit Night is on Friday, 29th April. Some of our talented actors will take to the stage. Come along and have a great night. Jim and Colin with some help from Tom are busy with ginger bread houses for the Food Fair this weekend. Hope all got to see us on Irish TV. Many thanks to those folks who supported our Flag Day weekend. Come up and see us some time.

[Sean Byrne]

The Craicateers

Dungarvan Men’s Shed Comedy Benefit Night THE Dungarvan Men's Shed is proud to announce The Craicateers comedy duo, in The Life In The Day of A Pub, at Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre on Friday, 29th April, at 8.00 p.m. Admission is €10. The Craicateers are Konor Halpin and Dermott Sullivan two very versatile comedians. Konor is very well known in Dungarvan for his years entertaining children and adults alike and has recently appeared as Enda Kenny on Vincent Browne Tonight and also won the comedy award at the 123 Festival in Dungarvan some years ago. Dermott is a huge talent making his name in comedy and musicals and recently performed to great acclaim in Sister Act 1 and 2. Konor and Dermott will don a huge range of characters in hilarious scenes situated in a typical Irish pub. Meet Junior B hatchet man Willie Russell as he prepares to run for Fine Gael under the tutelage of the one and only Enda Kenny. A zany film producer wants to shoot a movie in Dungarvan!, while Dublin Posh boys Fuinneog and Doras have written a song about Dungarvan and loving yourself. And for equality there's Mascara and Tiara O’Hara on the lash in the nite club. Don't miss this fantastically funny show now touring Ireland and supporting the Men's Shed Dungarvan. Tickets are on sale from the Men's Shed, Wolfe Tone Road, (beside Adult Education Centre), Dungarvan and from Capitol Cleaners, O’Connell St., Dungarvan. Tel 058 41412. So come along and enjoy ‘shed’ loads of laugher for a great cause.

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LOCAL HISTORIC PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION Photographs from the Tomás and Kathleen Walsh Collection in association with Helvick Head Lifeboat Station. Venue: Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club. Date and Time: Friday, April 15th - 8.00 p.m. Saturday, April 16th – 11.00 a.m. Sunday, April 17th – 11.00 a.m. ANNUAL BOOK SALE Our annual book sale will be taking place shortly. If you have any books which you would like to donate to us, we will gladly accept them. This book sale is our main fund-raiser for the year, so any help and support would be greatly appreciated. Please keep an eye on the notes for the date, time and place. A SPRING AFTERNOON IN DROMANA HOUSE AND GARDENS Venue: Dromana House and Gardens. Date: Saturday, April 30th. Time: commencing at 2.30 p.m. Booking essential: €30 includes talks, afternoon tea and tour of the gardens. Email: info@dromanahouse.com. Tel: 086 8186305 Programme is as follows: 2.30 p.m. Arrival/Registration 3.00 p.m. ‘Grand Designs – Houses, Gardens and Landscapes of the

Blackwater Valley’ 4.00 p.m. Afternoon tea followed by a tour of Dromana Gardens 5.15 p.m. End of proceedings Following on from Dromana is an evening event at Lismore Castle at 6.00 p.m. Email for details: director@lismorecastlearts.ie 1916 RISING This exhibition will be opening on April 24th. Please keep an eye on the notes for further details and time. Just a little reminder if you have anything relating to this period which you would like to have displayed or indeed donate, please feel free to call into us.We are in the process of preparing this exhibition and look forward with anticipation to the opening. TRIP AWAY Our annual trip away is on at the moment. The trip was to the wonderful Hodson Bay Hotel. The happy travellers should be returning today, Wednesday, 13th, and we look forward to hearing their stories of all the wonderful places they saw and of course the fun and frolics! 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. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING APRIL 13th Name: David O’Connell; Age: 19; Service No. Rank: K/31406 Stoker; Service: R. Navy; Unit: H.M.S. Vivid; Where Born: Ballynoe, Tallow; Death Category: n.s.; Date of Death: 8/4/16. Name: Patrick Fives; Service No. Rank: 1345 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: S. Wales Bord. 4 Bn; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: n.s.; Date of Death: 9/4/’16. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Last Sunday nights draw was held in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena, and as there was no winner of the €2,400 jackpot, the jackpot is getting close to its maximum amount and next week it will be €2,500. The winning numbers drawn were 14, 24 and 27. Next week’s draw will be held in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday night, 17th April, 2016. The 5 x €20 winners were John Mike Fitzpatrick, Eileen Power, Mon Condon, Geraldine Hallinan, Christine Cliffe. The promoters prize of €20 was won by Marian Cliffe Tickets are €2 each and can be purchased from local

retail outlets, committee members and designated promoters. FUNDRAISING NIGHT A Fundraising night will be held in Dunne's Bar on Wednesday night, 20th April to assist one of our Parishioners who is travelling to Lourdes this year. Your support for our parishioner would be deeply appreciated. A great night of entertainment is assured with Sunset Sounds providing the music. All are welcome! SYMPATHY We extend our sympathy to the family and friends of Nora Hackett, Boolavounteen, Ballinamult, who passed away on the 4th April. We extend our sin-

cere sympathy to her nephews Jeremiah Collins and Matt Walton and to all the Hackett and Looby families. Requiem mass was in St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. ALLIANZ HURLING LEAGUE Best of luck to the Waterford hurlers when they take on Limerick in the semi final of the Allianz Hurling League Division 1, next Sunday, 17th April in Semple Stadium, Thurles. Throw-in is at 2.00 p.m. The other semi final will follow the Waterford match where Kilkenny will play Clare. Throw-in for this match is at 4.00 p.m.

Cheque presentation made to Youghal RNLI by the organisers of the Ardmore Christmas Day Swim. The amount was €2,147. Included in photo are as follows from left to right back row- Kieran Fitzgerald, Catherine Fitzgerald Hourigan, Tadgh Kelleher, Susan Mason and Erik Brooks. Kids in front are Luke Veale and Andrew Hourigan.

Ardmore Ardmore Tidy Towns DOG DUMPING There’s been a lot of publicity recently about the new law requiring all dogs to be micro-chipped but that, while welcome is none of our concern.What is of concern to us though is the awful mess that’s on our footpaths from dog fouling. Walking from Ardmore National School last week I actually counted 87 dog poos between the school on Quinn’s shop. Now, do any of your family, children, grandchildren etc walk that path or drive buggies on it every day? We even provide free dog poo bags in dispensers and still they won’t clean up after their dogs. Love your pet? Please clean up after him. NEXT SATURDAY NIGHT AT KEEVERS - ARDMORE 1916 LAUNCH Our 1916 Residents Project is finally complete and will be launched at Keevers’ Bar on Saturday night after Mass.

Thanks to Tommy Mooney, Noel Rooney and John Tierney, backed up by James Quain, who have spent many hours researching the residents of Main Street in 1916 and while we may not be 100% accurate, we certainly will be pretty close and it will cause plenty of debate many old stories will be recalled. Our thanks too to Ber Keevers and Padraig Ó Foghlú for their help. The launch is open to the public and we hope to have a big crowd on the night to share some stories and memories as we remember those who passed on the baton to us. ALLOTMENTS We had a ‘Gardeners meeting on Saturday morning and about a dozen plots were allocated to gardening enthusiasts who are preparing to set veg etc at Gort an Uisce. Our thanks to Patrick and Declan Prendergast who did the initial ground work for us and to James O’Donnell who’s going to till it for us.

POKER RESULTS A lot of noise and good craic at The Round Tower Hotel on Wednesday last. Ciara Griffin won the main pot at last week’s poker game with Billy Harty & Redmond Foley in the minor placings. Richard Stilwell ‘ran away’ with the duffer stake & Fr Lucey was runner up there. Game continues this Wednesday night beginning at 9.30pm sharp. 1970s DISCO Put Friday July 29th in your diary. On that night we will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the old Ardmore Youth Club with a 1970s style disco in St Declan’s Hall. So if you were a teenager back in those times, contact your peers, siblings, family etc and invite them along to share the night and stories with us. Also, we would very much like to make contact with the many visiting teenagers of that era who enjoyed the discos with us back then.WLR’s John O’Shea, will be our D.J. for the occasion.

Graves/Regan Monument Unveiling ON Sunday, 17th April, at 3.00 p.m., Cumann Stair & Oidhreacht Ghaeltacht na nDéise will unveil a monument in Helvick, An Rinn in memory of the two Ring men who were awarded medals for their part in the 1916 Rising.

Johnny Graves and Willie Regan were both born and raised in An Rinn, and in later years went to work in Domhnall Ua Buachalla’s Shop in Maynooth. It was from Maynooth in 1916 that they along with 13 others marched to the

G.P.O. to raise arms for Irish Freedom. Assembly will be at Murray’s Pub Helvick at 2.30 p.m. on Sunday, 17th April. We will march from here to the monument, led by the Carrick-on-Suir Pipe

Band. Also joininig us will be members of the Citizen Army and Cummann na mBan re-enactment groups. The unveiling will be chaired by Sinead Breathnach, a gran-niece of Willie Regan, with other members of the Graves and Regan families in attendance. Wreaths will be laid by representatives of both families and by a member of the Cumann Stair & Oidhreachta Gaeltahct na nDéise. Newly elected TD David Cullinane, SF will also be in attendance and say a few words. Teas and entertainment will be available in Murray’s Pub after the unveiling.

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Ballinameela A NOD TO ODD BY DONAL BUCKLEY IF you are interested in theatre in Cork city, you will be aware of The Opera House, The Everyman Playhouse, The Savoy Theatre and the Triskel Arts Centre as the places to go and see a good nights entertainment. Until very recently, I had never even heard of the The Cork Arts Theatre (obligatory reference to art? tick!). The Cork Arts Theatre is located just off Carroll’s Quay, across the river from The Opera House. With just 100 seats, it would be described as bijou, intimate or cosy. As an anniversary treat, our devoted offspring (and why shouldn't they be?) sent us to see a play being shown there. I'm not sure if we should read anything specific into the fact that the play was called “The Odd Couple”! Maybe it was just an availability thing. Since the play began at 8.00 p.m., the lobby was filled at 7.45 p.m. with a surprisingly lively crowd. I say "surprisingly" as I expected a more subdued clientele in a sophisticated urban cultural venue. The entertainment started long before the play did. Members of the audience engaged with each other as if they were long lost friends. One girl wore diamante encrusted strappy heels and announced to any one who listened that it was the first opportunity she had to wear them since her Debs ball. Some of the limited seating was situated very close to the stage. People sitting there were jokingly asked if they were “in” the play. To which the reply was a sorry, “our own fault, leaving the tickets 'til the last minute” Apart from the sparkly shoes, dress code was casual. Chino's and loafers mixing comfortably with slashed jeans and Macra sweatshirts. Accents and backgrounds were varied yet the common goal of a fun-filled evening at the theatre was paramount. G & T's conversed with the bottled beer brigade and like Canaa, Cork wine mixed well with water. Banter and good humoured ribbing continued 'til the stage lights went up. From then on the patrons were attentive and respectful. The play itself was witty, fast-paced and very entertaining. It was the story of two divorced men who come to terms with the reasons for their situation when they are forced, by financial considerations, to share an apartment. On reading the programme, I noticed that the group employed two 'dialect' coaches. If the object of the exercise was to portray a West Cork enclave hidden in the midst of The Bronx, then, job done. But I'm being petty. “The Odd Couple” is a comedy drama that gave us lots of laughter and plenty drama with a well deserved standing ovation at the end. Blue Hat Players, we salute you. Ireland has provided a stage for many ‘odd couples’ down through the years. D'unbelievables, Zig and Zag, Jedward and Podge and Rodge to name but a few. The older among us will remember Cha and Miah from Cork,Tom and Pascal from Limerick and Des Keogh and Rosemary Linehan from Dublin. All these couples were odd, NOT because they contradicted each other but because they complimented each other. They worked because their strengths and weaknesses meshed and made the sum of the parts stronger than their individual talents. At the dawn of the State, another double act, Collins and DeValera, worked together until treachery and self serving ambition destroyed the possibility of greatness for this country.Will this egotistical selfishness and “party before country” attitude by Enda and Michéal be the undoing of Ireland again? The people deserve better from their elected representatives. An odd couple indeed. Ballinameela Creatives are keeping their hand in at Paula's Pottery, The Nook in Modeligo, every Thursday, 7.30ish. Science Fiction writer Jacqueline Carey said, “To recognise the treachery of one member of a house does not taint all born within it.”

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 April it is Niamh Reynolds who can be contacted on 087-6792321. FINISK VALLY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Wednesday & Friday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Saturday training is for jumps and throws only, age 9 up from 10:30am to 11:30am, this is to prepare kids for completion. Next competition is Ferrybank Open Sports Waterford RSC track on Sunday, 10th April. Leevale open sports CIT on Sunday, 17th April and Waterford County championships in Waterford RSC on 8th and 15th May.

Anybody interesting in competing in these please contact the club. Full programme on events can be obtained at our training sessions. BALLINAMEELA ADULT AND TODDLER GROUP Ballinameela Adult & Toddler Group meets every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087 9718945 BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. if interested contact Mairead @ 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 BALLINAMEELA FOROIGE Ballinameela Foroige has returned to the hall.The club urgently needs volunteer leaders to help supervise at the weekly meetings. Could you spare 1 hour for about 8 Thursdays in the year,

we operate a rota system for leaders so you will not be required to attend all the meetings. If anyone would like more information or is interested in getting involved please call or text Moya 0876356478. Foroige is a great initiative for teens in our community so we would urge anyone who can help out to consider getting involved. LADYBIRDS Villierstown Woodland Ladybirds, Brownies & Guides We are urgently seeking new leaders for: Ladybirds (age group 4-6); Guides (age group 11years +). If anyone is interested would you contact the following people: Maureen (086-1703621) for Ladybirds & Louise (087-2796454) for Guides. VILLIERSTOWN WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWINES & GUIDES All groups returned from the Easter break excited happy and refreshed looking forward to the new term ahead. The Brownies made the most of daylight and no rain on Thursday evening. The brownies learnt about tracking, we split into two teams and each team laid a trail for the other to follow. We used twigs, rocks, and pine cones to make arrows and other signs. A big thanks to our new unit helper Shelly on her first night with us! Brownies also had their first uniform inspection, they received a smartie for each piece of uniform they were wearing. Only one got full mark! We will have another in the near future. BROWNIE CAMP I don't know is it the leaders who are

looking forward to this more than the girls. We nearly have all the preparation and destination chosen. More information to follow. Finally my apologies for last week’s notes, thanks to Kevin Davis for his help on St. Patrick's Day not James error in my typing. FUN FIT DANCE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women - Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages & abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday 4th February then every Thursday after that 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically & mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up it's that simple! LOTTO RESULTS 11/4/’16 – Numbers drawn were 4, 13 and 25.There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Conor Mulhall, Barnastook; Kathleen Twohig, Aglish; Maura Ahearne, Scart; Mary Daly, Barnastook; Paddy Mulhall c/o Kereen. Next week’s Jackpot is €800 and the draw will take place in Maureen’s. 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 0876808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

Ballinameela Aglish Dramatics WELL the show is over but the show must go on. All at BAD have been busy recently with our annual cheque presentations to our selected charities. BAD sees itself planted firmly at the heart of a vibrant community and we are very proud to be in a position to offer charitable support to local issues each year. It is a running tradition now that we donate money to a number of selected charities/organisations each year. We are proud to be in a position to do so and it's a tradition we will keep in existence for as long as we are in existence. This year, our selected beneficiaries were: Carriglea Cairde Services, Ballinameela Foroige club, Lourdes Youth Programme, Crumlin Children's Hospital and Deise Refugee

Response. Presentations were also made to Liam Mcdonnell on behalf of Crumlin Hospital and to Carriglea Cairde Services without whom we wouldn't have as fine a venue at our disposal. Tea and cakes were had by all afterwards and the club would like to say thanks to all who helped to make a great evening.

NIGHT OUT On Saturday, 2nd April the club had its post play celebratory night out. A bus load of eager BAD revellers converged on The Moorings where Marie Quinn and her staff catered to our every need. Fine food, even finer beverages and some highly sophisticated chat was had as cast and crew partied the night

away. The chat turned to not so sophisticated after a short time and rumour has it there were gravity issues around one particular stool. Austin and Philip were the lucky ones who found this out!! The music on the night was provided by the KJB who are back on the scene again. Ex BAD and current local stage legend Kris

Cowming, and PRO John Stack are members of the KJB and along with third member Barry Moore, ensured that the BAD possee had a great night. The bus brought everyone home safely...we think (no one has been reported missing anyway, despite many not being seen for the entire day afterwards...) Onwards and upwards!

Shaunagh McCann, Kate Meskil, Clodagh McGovern and Caoimhe Fogarty accepting from Treasurer Lisa Horwood Walsh and Michael Stack on behalf of the Lourdes Youth Programme.

Vicki Mulhall accepting from PRO John Stack, and Michael Stack on behalf of Deise Refugee Response.

Rachel Seery, Moya Power and Saoirse Culloo accepting from Secretary Geraldine Power and Chairman Michael Stack, on behalf of Ballinameela Foroige.

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Stradbally PARISH DRAW RESULTS €150 Marisa Harrington, Kilmurray; €25 to each of the following: Bernard Lannon, Seafield; Marie Kirwan, Carrigeen, Kill; Jerry & Judith Flynn, Carrowntassona; Brid Dunphy, Ballylaneen; Ann Black, Dagenham. BLOOD DONOR CLINICS Blood Donor clinics will take place this week at Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan from the 11th - 14th April, 2016 as follows: Monday, 11th April 5 p.m. to 8.30 p.m.; Tuesday, 12th April 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.; Wednesday, 13th April 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.; Thursday, 14th April 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. TIDY TOWNS NEWS A reminder that our annual Clean-up takes place on Thursday, 28th April, 2016 from 6.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. All are welcome to get involved, children must be accompanied by an adult. Litter pickers, bags and gloves and a number of high viz vests will be supplied. Please wear your high viz and be safe and be seen. LOCAL SOCCER NEWS There was no jackpot winner in the Lotto draw

that took place in Whelan’s Bar, recently. The numbers drawn were: 2, 3, 4, 11. €25 went to Matt Kiely, Nicky Drohan and Claire Crowley. The Promoters prizewinner was Peggy Carey. The next draw will take place on Sunday night with a jackpot prize on offer of €4,000. Thanks to all who continues to support our lotto. Stradbally inched their way nearer towards the League title with an emphatic 8-2 victory over St. Saviours, Kevin Lawlor scoring an incredible six goals. The U-13’s took full points from the trip to Annestown, two second half goals giving them victory over Seaview Celtic. ACTIVE RETIREMENT Tay and Mahon Valley ARA will hold its next gathering on Monday, 18th April, 200 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. in Barron Hall. Over the next few weeks we will visit Dungarvan Museum and Castle Tourism area of Dungarvan. We will announce the time at our next gathering. Some of our members Dick and Oliver are also members of the Mens Shed and are now to present “The Craicateers” in “The life in the day of a Pub”.

Conna and District Flower and Garden Club April 20th – Talk and Demonstration by Tim and Margaret Mulchinock, Blackwater Floral Accessories in Conna Hall at 8.00 p.m. Plant Sales table. Light supper served. All welcome.

Kinsalebeg man to represent Waterford at Mr. Personality Festival! EDMOND (Wa) Ledingham will represent Waterford at the 11th Annual Mr. Personality Festival which is being organised by Kilkenny Macra na Feirme. This will take place from the 22nd to the 24th of April in the Springhill Court Hotel. The Festival is again sponsored by Kilkenny, Carlow and District Farm Relief Services. Edmond (Wa) is a 27 year old Dairy Farmer from the Kinsalebeg club. His hobbies and interests include Hurling,Tag Rugby, Soccer, Horse Racing, Rings, Cards, Quizzes and Music! In macra over

10 years! Edmond (Wa) believes he will make a good representative for Waterford because he is he says “Well I have neither the figure for Blue Jeans, the beauty for miss macra or the grace for queen of the land and my mammy thinks I would be an ideal candidate for Mr. Personality. The weekend itinerary is as follows: The contestants will arrive at the Springhill Court Hotel at 7.00 p.m. with the On-Stage Interviews starting at 9.00 p.m. Former Macra President Matt O’Keeffe will be conducting the interviews. This will be followed by music from

Deuces Wild and D.J. till late. He will have an early start on Saturday morning as contestant challenges take place in the hotel ballroom starting at 10.30 a.m. After lunch each contestant will be interviewed by the judges. Then on Saturday evening after photocall with the Sponsors, the Informal Banquet will take place starting at 8.00 p.m.This will be followed by music from Hot Fuss and D.J. till late. The Mr. Personality 2016 will be announced at about 12.00 midnight. Tickets for the banquet can be booked by contacting Dawn in the

Springhill Court Hotel on 0567721122. Introducing this year is an exclusive offer for Macra members only whereby a weekend afters ticket can be purchased for €20. Full details are available on our website. On Sunday, 24th April the National Volleyball Finals sponsored by the National Dairy Council will be held in The Watershed, Kilkenny, making Kilkenny the place to be this weekend. Further information is available by contacting Siobhán Woods on 087-9395694 orwww.mrpersonality.ie

Kilmacthomas FUNDRAISING A Table Quiz in Crotty's Inn, Lemybrien this Friday night, 15th April at 8.30 p.m. with Brendan O’Brien in aid of Fews National School. Our school needs your support, please come along and enjoy a good quiz. CAR BOOT SALE The date for the April Car Boot Sale is Sunday 24th, put it in your diary.Tables €10 each, book now. Come early and get that bargain. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Blood Donor Clinic continues in Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan on Wednesday, 13th April from 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. and from 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. and on Thursday, 14th April from 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. and 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. Giving blood helps save lives. LOTTO DRAW Results of the Kilmacthomas AFC Lotto draw for Saturday, 9th April, letters drawn C, K, L and V. No jackpot winner. Five win-

ners of €20 each to Seamus Casey, Kilmac; Tom Halloran, Kilmac; Ciara Whelan, Riverview; Michael Conroy, Ballylynch and Damien Carey, Cruachaun View, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €1,000. WHIST Results of the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday, 4th April - Mary Walsh, Carol Anne Wilkins, Alice Walsh, Hannah McGrath, Nicola Carroll, Rosie Keane, Mary O'Donnell, Kathleen Whyte, Eileen Queally, Joan Cashin and Mary B. Bowdren. Raffle winners Rosie Keane, Eric Townsend, Josie Wells and Kathleen Whyte. KILMACTHOMAS SOCIAL / DAY CENTRE We had a lovely day on Tuesday. Firstly, a welcoming coal fire and then there are several activities plus crafts, a morning break with tea and home made scones with butter and jam, what more could we want! Lunch and dessert, tea and coffee. Cost €6 Tuesday and Thursday from 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. the Centre is open and folks meet friends and socialize. Info. 051-294627.

Dungarvan Camera Club THE April meeting of the club took place in The Park Hotel as usual with a good attendance and the entry of some new members. The recent field trip to Kilkenny City led by Mary Tobin proved to be an outstanding success contributed to in no small way by our colleagues in the Kilkenny Camera Club who guided us, informed us and even dined with us at lunch-time. The club panels of Monochrome and Colour photographs being our

entry to the S.A.C.C. Inter Clubs competitions were shown to the members as selected and printed and mounted by John Pelham, Richard Cutbill and Ron Bending. These gentlemen were complimented on the quality and amount of time and effort put into the project. The monthly competition subject was 'April Showers' and we show the winning entries in the three categories under. The title seemed simple but proved something of a challenge to the members with the result that the entries varied considerably and were a compliment to the imagination of the photographers.

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Beautiful Easter Garden Altar scene by Garranbane Ladies Altar Committee. [Jim Daly]

COLLECTION Thanks to all who contributed to the collection last week end for Kilrossanty/Brickey’s Ladies Football Club. TABLE QUIZ Fews National School are holding a Table Quiz in Crotty’s Inn this Friday night at 8.30 p.m. Entry fee is €20 for table of four. All your support would be welcome. RECYCLING Kilrossanty National School Recycling Clothes collection is this Friday, 15th April. All items of clothing, shoes bed linen and old mobile phones will be collected on this day from the school. If you have any available items they may be left into the school office at any stage during the

week and all donations would be hreastly appreciated. BENEFIT NIGHT The Benefit night for Robert Downey Wish to Walk last Saturday night in Crotty’s was a great success. It was a packed house with dancing from 9.00 p.m. till 12.30 a.m. John O’Shea, WLRfm got the show on the road. Next up were Southern Pride, Mary Prendergast, Gerry Walsh. Paddy Joe Ryan and Mary Murphy from Graignamanagh recited a parody on the Munster hurling final against Tipperary in 2002. The Bachelors In Trouble were last to take the stage. Over €3,000 was raised on the night. A big thanks to all

who gave sponsorship and spot prizes on the night too numerous to mention. Also thanks to all who sold tickets for the event. Robert’s dad Micheal Downey told the the crowd about Robert who will have to have surgery outside of Ireland to improve him to walk and lots of money will have to be raised for this. Thanks to Crotty’s Inn for the use of the premises. Again many many thanks to all. Thanks to John O’Shea, WLRfm and Eddie Moloney of Youghal Radio for giving this worthy cause great mention on their radio stations. BINGO Bingo on Friday night on April 29th in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 p.m. €1,200 in prizes.

Grade 1: 1st 'Escaped Christmas didn't make Easter' by Colette O'Connell.

Grade 2: 1st 'It's Spring.'

Grade 3: 1st 'Wet Wedding' by Sean O'Connor.

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Lismore GET INVOLVED ADOPT THE ROUND HILL The Round Hill, Lismore was recently chosen as one of five Irish monuments in the first year of the “Adopt a

Monument” scheme by the Heritage Council of Ireland. This project needs the whole community to get involved. If you would like to find out what the scheme is all about, what the proposals for the site are

and if you would like to volunteer for some aspect of the work that will have to be carried out please come to a meeting in Lismore House Hotel on Wednesday, 20th April at 7.30 p.m.

Lismore Dramatic Society “RISING 1916” COMMEMORATION PERFORMANCE NEXT WEEK Lismore Dramatic Society will bring to the Courthouse Theatre stage next week on Saturday, 23rd April, a 1916 Centenery Commemeration musical and theatrical performance entitled “Rising 1916”. It will be a mixture of music, song, dance and story in the company of The Booley House Singers, The Story of the Rising by James Lenane, The Amy Morrissey School of Dancing, Lismore Scór Na nÓg group including the County Champions in Léiriú. Ellen Motherway will perform a poem Mother by Padraig Pearce, John Ryan will

sing some songs of the period, a Lismore Dramatic Society ensemble will feature a comedy piece entitled “Echoes of Moore Street” and also a Musical section in the capable hands of Vanessa Cellisse. Other special guests on the night include local World Dancing award winner Joseph O’Keeffe and The St. Chartage’s Church Choir under the direction of Donal Kenefick. This is a night not to be missed! The “Rising 1916” a Centenary Commemoration Performance will take place on Saturday, 23rd April at 8.00 p.m. in the Courthouse Theatre, Lismore. Tickets €10 Booking at Lismore Heritage Centre on 058-54975. More details next week.

Lismore Tidy Towns ON Wednesday last the working team spent the work morning in the Millennium Park tidying up planted areas. New planting was carried out at the sides of the band stand and some extra sedum plants which attract bees were planted at the layby on the Tallow

Road. Our CES workers did work at the Strand, at Lios an Oir and at the ex Teagasc Office at West Street. Thanks to all of the members who went out and distributed flyers on the 1916 Commemoration event which is being held

this coming Sunday in the Millennium Park at 3.00 p.m. Everything is organised and all that we need now is a fine day. No special invitations were sent to any person, body or organisation for this event. Everyone is welcome. Back to the subject of dog fouling again - there is a dog owner using the Mayfield Road for walking his/her dog. They are using bright pink bags to dispose of their dog waste and are getting rid of the bags by throwing them in to the base of the Beech hedge running along the footpath. Those people don't seem to realise that it is voluntary individuals who wish to keep their area clean who have to pick up those bags. It would be great if the dog warden caught and fined that individual. There will be a general meeting of tidy towns members or anyone one else who would like to get involved on Thursday, 14th April in the St. Vincent de Paul rooms Chapel Place at 8.00 p.m. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK THE BENEFITS OF BIRDS: Birds are always a welcome sight in the garden as they act as a great natural pest control. They can help control slugs and snails in the garden. Include the following plants in your garden to attract birds: Sunflowers, Pyracantha, Holly, Rowan Trees, Ivy Snapdragons, Dogrose, Honeysuckle, Hawthorn, Teasel.

The volunteers busy clearing and preparing the site for the 1916 Memorial Garden.

Ballysaggart 1916 COMMEMORATION Last Friday and Saturday, April 9th and 10th preparation work on our 1916 Memorial Garden started. The site is located at the crossroads at the Community Centre and required a lot of work to prepare it for leveling and planting. A great team of volunteers showed up at both times with their equipment and machinery to cut down and clear away the existing grove of trees, and on behalf of the Development Company, Chairman Michael J. Walsh, wishes to thank everyone who gave up their time and equipment freely to get the job done. Also thank you to the ladies who provided the workers with a fantastic and much needed lunch. The work to complete the garden is ongoing and work parties may be called upon at short notice via text, any help at these times would be very much appreciated.

The next meeting to discuss and arrange the Commemoration will be held on Thursday, April 21st at 8.30 p.m. in the Community Centre, this is a community event and everyone is welcome and encouraged to get involved. BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY Non-Stop Draw Results - This months draw was held on Monday, April 4th at 8.30 p.m. in the Community Centre: The results are as follows:

1st Rob Lenihan €60; 2nd Breda Roche €40; 3rd Martin Rafferty €20. Congratulations to all. Next draw will take place on Tuesday, May 3rd. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS Mary Power and Ber Coughlan, Pat O’Connor and Pat Kirby. Lucky Tables: Tess Hale and Dave Fennessy, Dan Howard and Stephen Cunningham. Tickets: Stephen Cunningham, Mary Byrne, Bertie Neville and Dave Fennessy.

NEW ARRIVALS Congratulations to Matthew and Triona Walsh on the birth of their daughter recently. 1916 COMMEMORATION CEREMONY We would like to invite all the children and teenagers from the locality to be a part of the 1916 Commemoration Ceremony. Practice for all those interested will be held at the school house on Wednesday, 20th April at 8.00 p.m.

The volunteers busy clearing and preparing the site for the 1916 Memorial Garden.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart WHEN the priest of the Parish becomes unwell or unable to do the normal work of the Parish in the past it was simply ‘I wonder who will we get’ to the present time a different range of concerns are raised. Any Parish who does not have short term contingency plans to fall back on are sleep walking. Thank God our Parish are reasonably prepared and I am so proud of such a parish community. One title we give to Jesus Christ is that of ‘Good Shepherd’.While every member of the community shares in that august title there is no doubt a role for the ordained minister or ser-

vant of the Faith Community. The ordained minister is necessary for the authentic celebration of the Sacraments. Priests come from Catholic families.Where the Faith is valued and love for the developing community then the prospect of young men and not so young coming forward to dedicate their lives to Christ and to the Church. God’s Word this weekend will draw out attention to Christ the Good Shepherd. The Gospel assures us that as long as we place our trust in Jesus Christ and listen to his word, we will never be lost, since he is the way, the

truth and the life. No one can go to the Father except through him. In your family prayer, pray for vocations to the priesthood and to the religious life. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 16th April - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 17th April - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Cappoquin Community Centre COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO Lotto 11th, April 2016 Jackpot €10,500. Numbers drawn were 6, 13, 18 and 29. No winner. Consolation Prizes winners: Nicola Prendergast Main Street; Alice Mackey Mass Lane; Danny Coughlan Lacken; Denis O’Reilly, Knockaun East; Lanigan & Curran Solicitors, Dungarvan. Next week’s jackpot €10,600. Remember anyone looking to buy our lotto tickets, call to any of the local shops in Cappoquin, the Community Centre, Miriam Coughlan or Carmel Prendergast will look after you. If you wish you can also buy the popular annual tickets, if you’re not in you can’t win! CAPPOQUIN CHILDCARE ECCE Parents take note enrolments are now being taken for the E.C.C.E. Year 1 and Year 2. Children from 3 years will be entitled to 2 free years from September 2016. For further information, contact Maria or Kerry on (058) 52746. DATES FOR THE DIARY Due to terrible weather our annual Sponsored Walk will now take place on the morning of Saturday, April 16th at 10.30 a.m. Children, parents and of course grandparents are most welcome to attend. We will have a nature

walk around delightful Glenshelane and back to the Community Centre for refreshments and a good chat. LADIES EXERCISE CLASSES The Ladies Exercise Classes with the excellent Paul Murray are up and running with the trainer Paul putting the girls through their paces. Paul can cater for everyone needs and levels of fitness in the one hour classes. Don’t be shy and give a go you won’t regret it with a nice mixture of exercise in the hall and gym. Classes start at 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. every Monday and Thursday morning. GYM Fancy doing your training session before you go to Work/School or College well now you can as our ultra-modern Gym is open from 7.00 a.m. Our Gym is equipped with Ireland’s most ultra-modern equipment which can cater from all Cardiovascular equipment to all Resistance training machines and loose weights. You can pay as you go or join up as a member. Our prices are most competitive with yearly membership is €200; 6 months €100; 3 months €60 and monthly €25. CIRCUIT TRAINING Like to improve Strength and Power, Core stability and General Fitness while also decreasing body fat then Circuit training maybe for you.You do not have to be an

athlete to train like one. Circuit training is a total body training system which involves high volume (repetitions), low resistance (weights) workout with short rest intervals. Every single session is varied and sessions can be regressed/progressed to any level of fitness. Conor (Fully accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach) runs this popular class every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 and can be contacted at 0871247025. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Gym opening times are 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. from February, Gym Instructor Conor Prendergast available to offer every assistance on (087) 1247025. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray ARA every Monday afternoon Pilates, Railway Soccer and Blackwater AC every Monday evenings Circuit Training Tuesday & Thursday nights. Quiddlers Mother & Toddler group and Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray Thursday morning. Gymnastics every Friday, Supervised Study with Evan McGrath every Saturday. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh first floor of the Community Centre.

Cappoquin’s Unsung Hero of 1916 MICHAEL Murphy, originally from Cappoquin, who fought with the Four Courts Garrison during the Easter 1916 rising is one of Ireland's unsung heroes for independence, and apart from having his

name listed in the rebellion archives, there is no other information available. Can I ask if anyone has information on Michael Murphy and could they please contact Pat Cullen, Cappoquin on 085-2424207.

Modeligo MODELIGO COMMUNITY CENTRE The AGM of the Modeligo Community Sportsfield and Social Centre will be held on Thursday, 28th April, with an 8 o'clock start. Please be aware that this meeting is open to the entire com-munity, newcomers with new ideas and suggestions as to how the area can be fully utilised are invited to attend. All affiliated clubs are asked to have two delegates present for the AGM. MODELIGO PATTERN COMMITTEE Time to look ahead and plan for 2016. We had a brilliant event last year, can we hope to emuate or even better the 2015 version. Once again we are seriously on the look out for new ideas and new members. So do come along to our AGM on Monday next, April 18th at

the Community Centre at 8.00 p.m. sharp. See you there. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALLERS Our opponents Ballyduff got off to a flying start in the first round of the Intermediate Championship at Lismore on Saturday evening last, scoring four unanswered points in the first five minutes. Gradually our lads began to obtain a foothold in the game and perhaps the most important score of the first half was Rian’s goal, with Michael Troy and Tom Devine assisting. The second half saw a good deal of pressure exerted by Ballyduff but with our midfield duo of Patrick and Tom Devine winning a lot of ball.We eventually ran out 112 to 0-8 winners. Next up it's Ballinacourty, which will be played under lights at the Abbeyside venue

on tonight (Wednesday) at 8.00 p.m. Finally, it's best wishes to our clubman Tom Devine who will be with the County senior hurlers at Semple Stadium on Sunday next. Let's hope that the team can reach the League final for the second year in a row. CRANNCHUR AITIUL Nick Troy headed off for Clashmore on Saturday night last with a cheque worth €1,000 in his deep pocket: that’s because Alan Curran, a regular Modeligo Mini-Lotto supporter, had the 3 numbers on his ticket that were drawn from the drum. The numbers were 7, 9 and 25. So it’s congrats to Alan and, of course, ticket seller Nicky. 4 X €25 lucky dip winners: Ann Power, Redgate; Betty Condon, Langanoran; Owen O'Neill, Knocknacrooha, and Ber Burke, Moneygorm. Next week’s jackpot €500.

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1916 EXHIBITION A sincere thanks to the businesses around Cappoquin who helped to display some of the historical archives and images sourced by the Heritage Group and focused on the theme of ‘1916 in Context’ for ten days over Easter.We had images dealing with the Rising and broader political, national and international developments at the time.These were provided by the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, in collaboration with Mercier Press. We complemented these with photos of what the general area of Cappoquin, the Blackwater and west Waterford looked like a century ago, from the Lawrence Collection at the National Library. The National Library was also accessed for the newspaper extracts from the Dungarvan Observer, Munster Express and Waterford News, detailing

news of the Rising and also a host of social history through the adverts and other articles. We found the census returns for each street in Cappoquin, sourced from the National Archives and showing who the householder of each building was in 1911, the last census before 1916. It was fascinating to see, for example, that there were 82 occupied houses in Barrack Street, and just five in Shanbally at that time. Perhaps the archive material which generated most interest were the pages from the archives of the Bureau of Military History. We found, for example, that two of the civilian casualties in the North King Street massacre during the Rising were William and Thomas Hickey, who had lived in Cappoquin in 1913-14, during which time William worked for a Cork company called ‘City Meat Market’, with a base in Cappoquin. According to the testimony of local man Vin

O’Donoghue, this company folded up when the First World War broke out and halted the supply of cheap frozen meat from Australia, so the Hickeys moved to Dublin where they had originally come from. We are hoping to put on a more comprehensive exhibition in June, and have sourced some fascinating material from the Central Statistics Office for this purpose too, in addition to the material we just did not have an opportunity to exhibit at Easter. The exhibition is due to tie in with the Carnival/Féile in June, and we hope to have more details of this shortly. In the meantime, if anyone is interested in digging for themselves, the website of the Bureau of Military History is www.bureauofmilitaryhistory.ie and it has a fantastic search facility, where you can find details on any name or place you like. There is an important Cappoquin connection with this archive too. It was developed by the Bureau, based at Cathal Brugha Barracks in Dublin, and the whole project of digitising over 300,000 pages of archives was overseen by an army man who lived in Barrack Street for many years, Pat Brennan. It is a small world.

CARNIVAL/FÉILE NA nGAEL Efforts are ongoing in the work of planning for Féile na nGael locally, at both the GAA and Camógie clubs. It is hoped that the Cornerstone Carnival will this year dovetail with Féile events locally, and a number of meetings have already been held to progress this. It is not possible to give much clarity about what will be happening on the weekend, June 17th–19th, until the various fixtures are finalised. It can be expected that a lot of visitors will come to Cappoquin over that weekend, from Armagh (hurling) and Carlow (camogie), and we hope that a good time will be had by all. More details as soon as we have them. NO ZEBRA CROSSING PART 2 Best wishes this week to Civic Link member and local artist, Anna Moore, whose very successful exhibition of art based on the natural world of Namibia is be reprised at the Garter Lane Gallery in Waterford, and will include the paintings sold when they exhibited in Cork as well. These are spectacular pictures, and well worth a visit. The exhibition commences on Saturday, April 16th next, at 3.00 p.m. and will run for a number of weeks.

Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Saturday night last and €50 was won by Noreen Fitzgerald with Card Number 23, congratulations Noreen. Next week’s Jackpot is for €700. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win. This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally. VILLIERSTOWN WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWNIES & GUIDES We are urgently seeking new leaders for: Ladybirds (age group 4-6); Guides (age group 11 years+). If anyone is interested would you contact the following people: Maureen (086-1703621) for Ladybirds and Louise (0872796454) for Guides. VILLIERSTOWN WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWNIES & GUIDES All groups returned from the Easter break excited happy and refreshed looking forward to the new term ahead. The Brownies made the most of daylight and no rain on Thursday evening. The Brownies learned about tracking, we split into two teams and each team laid a trail for the other to follow. We used twigs, rocks, and pine cones to make arrows and other signs. A big thanks to our new unit helper Shelly on her first night with us!

Brownies also had their first uniform inspection, they received a smartie for each piece of uniform they were wearing. Only one got full mark! We will have another in the near future. BROWNIE CAMP I don't know is it the leaders who are looking forward to this more than the girls.We nearly have all the preparation and destination chosen. More information to follow. DROMANA HOUSE AFTERNOON Enjoy a talk, afternoon tea and a tour of the gardens on Saturday, 30th April, at 2.30. Cost is €30 and booking is essential. Contact: 0868186305. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to a local business “The Little Milk Company” in Ballinameela for another outstanding win in the Salon du Fromage in Paris. Winners were selected from 72 entries from 100 producers. Way to go guys. LOST Lost somewhere in Villierstown a prescription varifocal pair of Prada sunglasses. A black frame in a black case. Contact: 0877763751. BIRTHDAY CORNER Happy 40th birthday to Julie Conroy who celebrated in style at the weekend, hope you enjoyed your surprise party!! DEISE DAY Punchestown on Saturday, 30th April. Fundraiser in aid of Waterford GAA.Tickets on

Sale Now. Contact:- 086-0777617. Deiseday15secretary@yahoo. com LOCAL INTEREST FILM Who is Dervla Murphy? The film about her life is being shown at SGC, Dungarvan, from the 23rd April for 6 nights. Dervla Murphy is the well-known, world renowned travel writer and daredevil from Waterford. SET DANCING CLASSES Set Dancing Classes in Villierstown on Monday: Primary school boys and girls 5.30 p.m.; Teenagers 6.30 p.m.; Adults Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. €5 per class. FIT DANCE EXERCISE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women – Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages & abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7-8 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday, 4th February, then every Thursday after that 7–8 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically and mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! VECP ROOM IN VILLIERSTOWN If you are looking to hold

a small party, a meeting, a course, music lessons, a get together for a reunion. The VECP room in Villierstown is available for bookings. Situated beside the Villierstown shop which has homemade cakes and dinners, who also take special orders if needed. Please contact 0877447867. Thank you. KICKBOXING NEWS Our Villierstown resident Brett Egan who defended his IKF European Super Welterweight title fight on Saturday 9th and won. Well done Brett brilliant fight. Look forward to the next one. 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:0876635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. Please use the email address below. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. villierstownnews@yahoo.ie

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien THE BURIAL Digging a grave in Kilgobinet's rocky soil was only half the job. On the day of a burial Mass, mourners coming from above Kilgobinet arrived via the ancient mass paths from Castlequarter and Ballyconnery Upper. If they arrived via a pony and trap, the horses were tied to trees along the stone fence on the Coolnasmear Road. Then the families walked down to the church, shooing aside cattle which wandered onto the boreen and entering the grounds via the stone steps which still stand behind the church. Those coming from below parked along Kilgobinet Road, being careful to leave a spot for the Priest to park. Most entered church grounds via Kilgobinet Pub. Before the modern parking lot existed, the hearse too ended its journey here. Coffins were carried shoulder high up the steep path. Hard work this. One man's advice: "Big fellows in back. That's your only hope." Much of the old Mass was in Latin, often with translations. The service

always included the De Profundis from Psalm 130. "Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice." There was the long excerpt from Second Maccabees: "And making a gathering, Judas sent twelve thousand drachms of silver to Jerusalem for sacrifice to be offered for the souls of the dead..." With their murmured responses and just by being there, the neighbours offered what support they could. THE BELL When the Priest and pall bearers exited the church after a funeral Mass, the deep toned brass bell mounted outside the church would begin its solemn tolling. The book and the bell, these were the basic equipment issued to every missionary by Patrick and his successors. Bells were important and often church bells had a name. However, Kilgobinet's bell is nameless, or rather bears two names. But, neither applies to the bell itself. The cast inscription reads: "Pray for the donor Her deceased parents and relations - Erected by Rev. Henry Conway P.P. - A.D.

1951." The donor was a woman living in Dungarvan. She preferred to be anonymous and thus shall she remain. On the obverse, facing uphill: "M. O'Byrne Dublin". Matthew W. O'Byrne was the son of Matthew Byrne, a Chief Engineer in the Royal Navy. Matthew Senior founded Dublin's best known bell making company in 1840. This was The Fountain Head Bell Foundry and for well over a century the firm supplied church bells throughout Ireland. When the bell was ordered, the original plan was to hoist it onto the gable end of the church itself. But, brass bells are heavy! An engineer expressed concerns about the structural integrity of the church. For a long time, months at least and possibly years, the newly cast bell sat in the entry or just outside. Memories differ. At last, local builder Roger McCarthy built the open belfry which rises above the western church entrance. Concrete pillars, probably steel reinforced, bear the

great weight of the mounted bell. For many a year, Gusty Dalton and then Martin Tobin were there to pull the long rope and set the bell ringing. Like the digging, Martin knew there might be a few clinkers till things got rolling. But, then, once in the rhythm, slowly and regularly, the funeral bell sounded over and over, sonorous and sombre, resonating out over the graveyard and the silent assembly. Bong... count to ten... Bong... THE GRAVE Many a young altar boy attended their first funeral serving by an open grave. Standing there beside a pile of newly dug clay, they would look up at the two crossed shovels thrust into the raw earth. They would look down into the rectangular pit about to receive the body of a neighbour. The priest intoning the prayers in Latin, the hushed crowd of neighbours reciting a decade of the rosary, this was one experience they never forgot. Before the coffin was lowered into the grave, sometimes a family might

Coolnasmear Blackberry Brownies will be heading to the South West Regional Fun Day on the last Saturday in April.

insist that the screws on the top of the coffin be loosened, no doubt making it easier for the Lord to reclaim His own. A purple coloured cotton sack filled with straw was placed atop the coffin. Then, when the last prayers had been said and holy water sprinkled over the casket, the coffin was lowered, the pall bearers straining and slowly letting out the ropes which had been passed underneath. The neighbours lined up to shake hands and pay their respects. The tradition used to be to stay on until the grave had been refilled. Relations and close friends would each throw a scoopful of clay from the tip of a shovel onto the coffin. The straw filled cotton sacking muffled the sound of falling earth. Dust to dust... The final step came when the coffin was covered and the last shovel of dirt mounded up. Then the grave was capped with a sod carefully saved when the digging began. Sometimes though, a family would provide a long sod cut from the land which had nurtured their loved one. This green sod, this home sod, was used

Michael 'Mike' Crotty of Kilgobinet, RIP, dug graves in Kilgobinet for many years in the 1950s and 60s with Gusty Dalton of Ballyneety and Paudie Guiry of Ballyknock. Michael did lots of jobs in the area for local farmers, ploughing, scarting ditches and hedges, cutting timber, milking, etc. Often after a long day's work, he and Gusty would head up to the chapel in the evening to open a grave. to cover the newly dug grave, mingling the earth of the hills and fields with that of the graveyard. In some localities, departing mourners were offered a drop of "the water of life", a parting glass, to toast their neighbour. The family and close friends returned home for dinner. The dishes were provided by the neighbours and this was a blessing, one less chore for the family on this most draining of days. But, there, left behind in the holy soil of Kilgobinet, those who had passed beyond mortal concerns lay still. They are not alone. Thousands and thousands of their neighbours lie with them. Beannacht DĂŠ oraibh go leir.The blessing of God on them all. KCK LOURDES YOUTH KCK Lourdes Youth have now completed all their fundraising events. A huge thank you to all who have supported our efforts. Mass will be offered for your intentions KILBRIEN SCHOOL OPEN DAY 13th April, Wednesday Kilbrien National School will have an Active Schools Week this week from Monday, 11th April to Friday, 15th April. On Wednesday, 13th April the teachers and students are organising activities for younger children, those of pre-school age and younger. Any toddlers are welcome to come along from 11.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon.Then pre-school children are welcome from 1.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. This invitation is open to all children - not just those interested in attending Kilbrien NS. At 2.00 p.m. children and parents interested in Kilbrien NS should stay on for an Open Day. The

Open Day is from 2.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. If there are any parents who are unable to attend the Open Day due to work or other commitments but would like to see the school, please contact our secretary Kathleen at 058-4741 between 2.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. daily to arrange an appointment. COOLNASMEAR BLACKBERRY BROWNIES 30th April, Saturday Welcome back to all our Brownies after the Easter break. We have plenty of activities planned this term. Save this date in your diary: South West Regional Fun Day, Saturday, 30th April at the Dungarvan Sports Centre from 10.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Please confirm your attendance with Linda. Thank you. FUN FAMILY QUIZ NEW DATE 8th May, Sunday - We have had to change the date of the Quiz yet again because the previous date chosen now coincides with the Hurling Semi-Final. With half the parish on their way to Thurles, a rescheduling has been necessary. Coolnasmear School Parent's Association with legendary Table Quiz host Brendan "Bob" O'Brien will now meet at the Queally's Pub (Gary's) in Bohadoon at 5.30 p.m. on Sunday, the 8th of May. All are invited. FITNESS WALKS REMINDER Final Reminder: Morning at 9.00 a.m. in front of Coolnasmear School. Night: Monday and Friday nights at 9.00 p.m. in from of Coolnasmear School. Wear a reflective jacket and bring a torch. All are invited on these 3.5 mile walks. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

GREAT club meeting again in The Fusion Centre for our March meeting. Full attendance and many interesting ideas put forward for the months ahead. It’s going to be busy so keep an eye out for developments as the Spring unfolds. CLUB COMPETITION Theme for March was DOWN ON THE FARM for the monthly competition and WILDLIFE for the Quarterly. We received a fantastic and varied entry as usual. Congratulations to Noreen O’Brien coming 1st place with ‘Meitheal’ in the monthly competition; 2nd place was John Foley with

‘Golden Hillside’ and Patricia Hurley with ‘Young Farmers’. In the Wildlife entry we congratulate John Foley with his ‘Madra Rua’ taking 1st place; 2nd place was Kieran Russell with ‘Bucks Lite’ and joint 3rd Noreen O’Brien with ‘Lucky Luch’ and Irina Duane with ‘Guillemots Glow.’ Upcoming for April is MUSIC and May is images taken with a FILM CAMERA and capturing and producing CREATIVE LIGHT images. Lots of interesting aspects to challenge members…but we know you can produce the goods come the meeting!!

QUARTERLY: WILDLIFE – 1st ‘Bucks Lite’ by Kieran Russell.

MONTHLY: DOWN ON THE FARM- 1st ‘Meitheal’ by Noreen O’Brien.

QUARTERLY: WILDLIFE – Joint 3rd ‘Lucky Luch’ by Noreen O’Brien.

MONTHLY: DOWN ON THE FARM - Joint 2nd ‘Young Farmers’ by Patricia Hurley.

NEXT CLUB MONTHLY MEETING We will be meeting in Dungarvan Shopping Centre for our next meeting at 7.30 p.m. on 12th April, more informal but we will be announcing something special hopefully afterwards! Keep an eye on our website and Facebook page for details!!! Check out our blog posts on our recent events on our website at www.deisecameraclub.com and on FACEBOOK DEISE CAMERA CLUB DUNGARVAN DIGITAL EXPRESSIONS II EXHIBITION 2016 Deise Camera Club proudly invite you to our Annual Photographic Exhibition in Dungarvan Shopping Centre from 14th24th April. We are delighted and grateful to be given this opportunity by Gerry O’Connor, Manager of Dungarvan Shopping Centre, to once again bring you a flavour of what our lovely Deise offers, a real Photographer’s Paradise. In conjunction with Waterford Festival of Food we will bring you a Photographic Wall of Flavour and Artisan Food sure to entice your taste buds and tantalise your senses! We are delighted to be associated with the Festival of Food and you can find us on their Art Trail. Our Food themed photographs promise to be very creative and could hang neatly in any restaurant or food emporium! Join the Trail and pay us a visit! Come and say ‘Cheese’ for us as we capture some smiling patrons enjoying themselves! Digital Expressions II Exhibition is a collection of photographic images showcasing Waterford and surrounding environs. From landscapes of our rolling countryside, cliff side walks up and down our coastline, natural flora and fauna to many other interesting and varied compositions. Photographs can be purchased at the Exhibition also. Great ideas for upcoming weddings or birthdays or any special events! COMPETITION During the Exhibition we will have THREE in-store draws for professionally mounted photographs of your choice from the exhibition. Draw will take place on Saturday, 23rd April, at 5.00 p.m. GET YOUR TICKETS and make your selection as you browse around the Exhibition. Looking forward to meeting old and new friends at our Digital Expressions II Exhibition. CONTACT New members are always welcome to drop into our meetings and check us out. You can also view our website at www.deisecameraclub.com and you can contact us by emailing deisecameraclub @gmail.com

The Araglen Set Dancers with their teacher Thomas Hyland and musician Jeremy Saich.

Ballyduff Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann SCÓR SUCCESS FOR ARAGLEN SET DANCERS The Set Dancers from Araglen had a great weekend of dancing at the Cork County Final of Scór na bPáistí which was held in Ovens on Saturday, April 9th. They were placed 2nd in a very competitive and tough competition. All members of the team performed magnificently and their teachers and parents can be truly proud of their

dancers. Congratulations to everyone involved. FLEADH CHEOIL NA nDÉISE Plans for the Waterford County Fleadh are well underway. The dance competitions will take place on Saturday, May 21st, and the music competitions will be on Sunday, May 22nd. As well as the serious competitive side to this event there will be a number of other events taking place over the weekend, including work-

shops, a singing evening and, of course, a concert with the brilliant Caladh Nua which will take place on Saturday evening, May 21st, in St. Michael's Hall, Ballyduff. 1916 AT THE FLEADH As this is the year when we commemorate the Rising of 1916, the organisers of the fleadh are inviting everyone to get into the spirit of the anniversary year by dressing up in the fash-

Dungarvan Flower & Garden Club “YOU’D BE AMAZED WHAT YOU COULD GET IN YOUR BEDS!!!” The Dungarvan Flower & Garden Club hosted a most enjoyable and informative evening on Wednesday 6th April, when “The Biking Gardener,” aka Geoff Stebbings gave a talk on planting in raised beds. Geoff, originally from England, came with a very impressive CV, qualifying from Kew Gardens. Between 1984 and 1989 he was head gardener at Myddleton House, Enfield, the estate of the famous garden writer, E.A.Bowles.

Geoff is a professional gardener, author, writer, broadcaster, speaker, blogger and manages to do all of the aforementioned combining his other interest motor bikes!! For the past two and a half years he has worked in Wexford restoring a private garden. Geoff has a very relaxed approach to planting, showing slides of mixed vegetable and flower beds. He encouraged everyone be they a beginner or an experienced gardener to plant what they would eat and what would suit their soil. For the beginner salad leaves are one of the easiest

Mary Frost, President DFGC, and guest speaker Geoff Stebbings.

crops to grow. The more experienced gardener should look at what are more unusual, e.g. golden runner beans. One of Geoff ’s favourite flowers is a rose called “You’re Beautiful”, and his attitude to roses is “Yes, they take a bit of looking after, but they’re worth it. What other shrub in your garden gives you blooms for six months of the year?” The evening was packed with hints and tips and Geoff delivered them in a very relaxed manner. The slides used to illustrate his points were clear and interesting. The evening ended with a Q&A, followed by a cup of tea and a chat. For those who may be interested, Geoff ’s blog is bikinggardener.com Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, May 4th, at 8.00 p.m. in The Park Hotel, it will be our last meeting before we take our Summer break. Our guest speaker on the night will be Richard O’Neill, Horticulturist with Woodies, Clonmel. Nonmembers are most welcome for further information contact 087-7982056.

ion and style of the 1916 era. Competitors and participants, parents and supporters are invited to don clothes reminiscent of the 1916 period. Anyone looking for further information on the fleadh should contact Thomas Hyland at (086) 8208242. Volunteers are needed for the weekend and anyone interested in helping out should contact Thomas at the above number.

National Conference for Samaritans WATERFORD and South East Samaritans hosted the National Conference for Samaritans at the Tower Hotel in Waterford on 8th and 9th of April 2016. The Conference was last held in Waterford in 1992 and 250 delegates from 21 branches of Samaritans through the 32 Counties of Ireland attended. Anthony Hamilton, Director of the Waterford Branch said that this is a very special year for the branch as not alone were we hosting this very important Conference but it also marks the fact that we have been in Waterford for 40 years. We are proud to have been able to provide support to anyone going through an emotional crisis since 1976 and I would like to acknowledge all the people who have volunteered for us over that time. The Samaritans would like to thank everyone who has supported us financially over the years as we could not have continued to provide our services without that support.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise FÉILE BIA IARTHAR PHORT LÁIRGE Beidh an naoú féile bliantúil d’Fhéile Bia Iarthar Phort Láirge ar siúl thar an 15ú go dtí an 17ú Aibreán 2016. Sé ‘An Chistin ag Athrú’ mar théama acu i mbliana. Mar is gnáth, beidh roinnt imeachtaí Gaeilge ar siúl i rith na féile. Beidh Cócaireacht le Chéile ar siúl i Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn Dé Sathairn 16ú. Ceardlann dhá uair a chloig atá ann agus beidh dhá ceann ar siúl i rith an lae, ceann ar maidin ag 10 r.n. agus ceann eile ag 2.30 i.n. Deis cócaireachta do pháistí agus tuismitheoirí le chéile. Beidh Fiona Ní Mhuirithe againn mar múinteoir. Tá €20 ar na ticéid (tuismitheoir agus beirt páiste) agus is féidir iad a fháil anois ag www.westwaterfordfestivleoffood.com. Beidh Bus Bia na Gaeltachta ag teacht go dtí Gaeltacht na nDéise, turas dhá uair a bheas ann, ag fágaint ag 10r.n. Beidh Grúdlann Dún Garbhán, Feirm Oisrí Uí Arta, Dánlann Joan Clancy agus Sólás na Mara ar an gclár. Beidh seans agat Gourmet na Gaeltachta a bhlaiseadh le beoir, oisrí, feamainn agus lón beag thíos i gceann Heilbhic.Ticéid ar fáil anois ar €25 an duine. Beidh Teacht le Chéile Cois Cé do theaghlaigh atá ag iarraidh taithneamh a bhaint as an bhFéile le chéile trí Ghaeilge. Beidh an grúpa seo ag bualadh le chéile ag an gCaisleán ag 2 i.n. ar an Satharn. Beidh Rás na Lachan ar mhaithe leis an RNLI ar siúl ag 3i.n. ar an Satharn ón Droichead. Tar agus tacaigh leo agus beidh seans agat duais iontach a fháil. The West Waterford Food Festival will be taking place from April 15-17. As usual, there will be several events held in Irish. On Saturday the 16th of April, there will be Cócaireacht le Chéile in Meánscoil San

Nioclás from 10-12 and from 2:30-4:30, tickets are on sale now for €20 (parent and two kids). Bus Bia na Gaeltachta will be leaving Dungarvan at 10am and coming out to Gaeltacht na nDéise, on the way you will stop at the Dungarvan Brewery, Hartys Oyster Farm, Joan Clancy Gallery and Sólás na Mara in Heilbhic. Teach le Chéile Cois Cé will be meeting at 2pm at the Castle for families who want to enjoy the festival together in Irish. At 3pm the RNLI Duck Race will be held from the bridge. Support the RNLI and be in with a chance to win a lovely prize. AITHEANTAS DO GHAELTACHT NA nDÉISE Bhuaigh Gaeltacht na nDéise an céad duais i Rannóg na Gaeltachta i gcomórtas Ghlór na nGael thar an deireadh seachtaine. Is aitheantas é seo ar an obair iontach atá déanta ag go leor daoine i nGaeltacht na nDéise le bliain anuas chun an Ghaeilge a chur chun cinn mar teanga labhartha an phobail. Hup na Déise. DÁNLANN JOAN CLANCY Beidh Dánlann Joan Clancy ar Chonair na hEalaíona mar chuid d’fhéile bia Iarthar Phort Láirge i mbliana, Aibreán 15ú – 17ú. Tá an dánlann suite i Maoil an Choirnigh, An Rinn in Oirthear Ársa na hÉireann. Beidh an dánlann ar oscailt idir 11r.n. go 5:30i.n. le linn na féile. The Joan Clancy Gallery will feature on the Art Trail of the West Waterford Festival of Food from April 15 -1th. The Joan Clancy Gallery is situated in Maoil an Choirnigh, An Rinn near Dungarvan in the Waterford Gaeltacht in Ireland’s Ancient East. With exciting new works by Katarzyna Gajewska, Rayleen Clancy, Damaris

Rás na Lachan - 3 i.n. Dé Sathairn 16ú Aibreáin.

Lysaght, Ciara Gormley, Andrea Jameson, Leah Murphy, Blawnin Clancy, Aidan Butler and others, the show is well worth a visit. "Joan Clancy Gallery distils the magic of the peninsula" writes Arts & Entertainment critic Liam Murphy in the current edition of The Munster Express. Open 11.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m. during the festival. AN GHAELTACHT CLG - TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. An Ghaeltacht CLG are looking for any used GAA equipment you have at home! Hurleys, helmets, boots, gloves etc. We could restore and use this equipment in the schools and it could prove very useful. Please speak with your child’s coach if you have anything. Equipment can be left with the coaches at the Friday night sessions in Halla Pobaile Na Rinne. CUIBHRINN SA SEAN PHOBAL Tá Coiste Cuibhrinn na nDéise ag lorg treallamh gharraíodóireachta dara láimhe. Má tá aon treallamh agat nach bhfuil uait a thuilleadh, tabhair go dtí na cuibhrinn sa Sean Phobal é. Potaí, tráidire síolta agus síolta go háirithe. Tuilleadh eolais: 087 0569907. The Allotments Committee in An Sean Phobal are seeking donations of any unwanted gardening equipment. Including pots of any size/seed-trays/seed's etc.To be brought to the allot-

Bronnadh Ghlór na nGael ments. Further information: 087 0569907. COISTE LOURDES AN RINN AGUS AN SEAN PHOBAL Beidh Rince Sóisialta ar siúl i Halla Naomh Déaglán, Árd Mhór ar an Aoine, 22ú lá de Mí Aibreán ó 9.00 i.n. go dtí 12.00 i.n. Beidh Batty Prendergast i mbun ceol. €10 cead isteach agus beidh cupán tae le fáil. Beidh crannchur againn ar an oíche chomh maith. Rachaidh an t-airgead i dtreo duine atá tinn ón bparóiste a chur ar oilithreacht Dheoise Phort Láirge is an Leasa Mhóir go Lourdes i Meitheamh, 2016. Bígí linn. A Social Dance takes place in St. Declan's Hall, Ardmore on Friday, 22nd April, from 9.00 p.m. to 12.00 midnight. Music by Batty Prendergast. Entry fee - €10. Light refreshments will be served. Raffle will also take place. Funds in aid of Coiste Lourdes - An Rinn agus an Sean Phobal. Join us for an evening of waltzing, quick-steps, jiving and line dancing. A great night in store. COMÓRADH 1916 Tá clár imeachtaí leagtha amach anseo i nGaeltacht na nDéise le haghaigh comóradh 1916. Tháinig Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Gaeltacht na nDéise agus an Comhlucht Forbartha le chéile, le cabhair ó daoine deonacha eile chun Meitheal Oibre a bhunú sa cheantar chun imeachtaí don comóradh a eagrú. Tá comórtas litríochta ar siúl i láthair na huaire do dhaoine óga. Tá an comórtas oscailte do na scoileanna áitiúla anseo i nGaeltacht na nDéise agus

do Ghaelscoileanna ar fud Port Láirge. Beidh duais bronnta ar na scoileanna atá páirteach agus ar na ndaltaí is fearr. Beidh leac nua i gcuimhne beirt fir ón cheantar seo a throid san Éirí Amach i mBaile Átha Cliath nochtaithe thíos i gCeann Heilbhic, in aice le Leac na bhFíníní Dé Domhnaigh an 17ú Aibreáin 2016. Beidh aifreann ar siúl sa Sean Phobal níos déanaí i mbliana mar chuid den clár agus beidh ceolchoirm anseo sna Déise níos déanaí sa bhliain chomh maith. Beidh na sonraí fógartha ar ball. A Programme of events has been set out for the 1916 commemoration here in the Waterford Gaeltacht. Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Gaeltacht na nDéise and Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise, together with some other interested parties have set up a Meitheal Oibre to organise events for the commemoration. Schools Literature Competition, the competition is open to local schools in the Waterford and a number of Gaelscoils in Waterford are also taking part. Prizes will be presented to participating schools and the best entrants. A new plaque in memory of two local men who fought in the rising in Dublin will be unveiled beside Leac na bhFíníní in Heilbhic Head on Sunday 17th April. A mass will be celebrated in An Sean Phobal later this year as part of the programme of events and a concert will be held in the area later on in the year as will. Details will be announced in the coming weeks.

SPRAOI Beidh Spraoi ag teacht le chéile ar an Aoine seo: 10 r.n. - 12 i.n. sa Halla. Fáilte roimh cách! Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 087 7479428. Spraoi: Parent & Toddler Group will meet after the Easter break again this Friday in the Halla from 10 am to 12 pm. Bigi linn! Further info: 087 7479428. MAIDIN CAIFÉ Beidh Maidin Caifé eagraithe ag Spraoi, i Halla Pobail na Rinne, Dé hAoine 15/4/16 ó 9.00r.n. - 1.30 i.n. ar son Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. Fíorchaoin fáilte roimh gach cabhair agus tacaíocht ar an lae. Tuilleadh eolas ó Bríd ar 087-7479428. A Coffee Morning will be held by Spraoi Parent & Toddler group on Friday 15/4/16 in Halla Pobail na Rinne from 9.00 a.m. 1.00 p.m. to raise vital funds for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. For more information contact Bríd on 087-7479428. GLÓR TEAGHLAIGH DHÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa dátheangach do thuismitheoirí agus leanaí ar siúl ag Ghlór na nGael gach Céadaoin san Ionad Pobail & Óige i nDún Garbhán ó 10.30 r.n. go dtí 12 i.n.. Deis do theaghlaigh Gaeilge teacht lena chéile agus naisc a chothú agus a láidriú. Deis do theaghlaigh nach bhfuil Gaeilge in úsáid acu faoi láthair í a fhoghlaim is a úsáid i slí nádúrtha i suíomh compordach agus tacúil. Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Fáilte roimh chách. A bilingual parent ant toddler group will meet each Wednesday in the Glór na nGael Community and

Youth centre in Dungarvan from 10:30am to 12.00 midnight. This is an opportunity for families with Irish to get together and develop their connections with each other. It is also an opportunity for families without Irish to learn and use Irish in a comfortable and natural setting. Further information available from Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Bígí Linn! SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9 r.n. – 11 r.n. ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 05846664.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

West Waterford CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO Sunday, April 10th - This week’s letters in the Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto were R, C, O and X. We had no jackpot winner. Our jackpot now stands at €650 this coming Sunday night and remember if you are not in you cannot win. The following were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes: Mary Curran, Piltown; Ger Foley and Mag Burke. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. “CLASHMORE FESTIVAL - STINGS AND THINGS” Evening with Orla and Martin tomorrow night “An Evening with Orla Fitzgerald and Martin Lucey. The leading actors in Ken Loach’s Palme Do’r winning film “The Wind That Shakes the Barley”. Takes place on this Thursday, 14th April, here in Piltown Hall, in Kinsalebeg, starting at 8.00 p.m. sharp. Tickets are just €8 and will be available at the door. Fundraising Walk: We are also hosting a fundraising walk here in Clashmore on Sunday, 24th of April at 2.00 p.m. We will have registration on the day at the GAA Hall, Clashmore. We will have a choice of two walks, so bring the family, get some exercise, enjoy some refreshments after and support a the music festival June Bank Holiday Weekend: We are delighted to announce John Spillane has been confirmed for the main stage on Sunday, 5th June. Tickets will be available shortly. AGLISH BALLINAMEELA MOUNT STUART PARISH NOTES Confirmation: Confirmation will be celebrated in Ballinameela Church on this Thursday, April 14th, 2016, at 11.00 a.m. Bishop Alphonsus will make his second visit to Ballinameela Church having been here also on September for the 175th anniversary celebration of the church. Mission Appeal: At all the Parish masses on the weekend of April 2nd and 3rd a member of the Franciscan Brothers joined us. Divine Mercy Sunday: Divine Mercy Sunday was celebrated with a special Mass at 3.00 p.m. in Aglish Church on Sunday, April 3rd. Celebrant was Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., with con-

celebrants Fr. F. Lucey, P.E., Fr. J. Kiely, P.E., and Fr. Walsh, P.E. – A good number turned up to join the celebration our thanks to the choir. Parish Pastoral Meeting: A meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council takes place tonight Wednesday, April 13th in the Parochial House. Lourdes Youth Group Parish Raffle: Congratulations to the following who were the winners of our Lourdes Youth Group Parish raffle:- 1st Prize: Hamper to the value of €100 – was won by Sabrina Mansfield c/o Molly Ryan; 2nd Prize: a candleholder – was won by Olivia Carlton Villierstown; 3rd Prize: Candle Holder & Chocolates – was won by Rachael O’Connell, Cul Rua; 4th Prize Chocolates was won by Jack Buckley, Church St.; 5th Prize Chocolates was won by Tom McCarthy, Limerick; 6th Prize Chocolates was won by Sean Fitzgerald, Kilbrien, Ballinamult. Thank you to everyone for your support. KINSALEBEG NATIONAL SCHOOL Non Stop Draw: Congratulations to the following who were our lucky prize winners in the March Parents Association Fundraising Non-Stop Draw at Kinsalebeg School: 1st prize - Rebecca Curran, seller - Ashley Basosenge; 2nd prize - Jade Power, seller - Jade Power; 3rd prize - John Whelan, seller Mable Cassidy; 4th prize Jo O’Brien, seller - Finn O’Brien; Kids - Aaron Daly, Jack Curran, Charlie Foley and Hannah Walsh. As always thank you most sincerely to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL NEWS Community Healthy Day: On the 23rd April in the Clashmore GAA Hall from 11.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. you will have the opportunity to get your health checked. There will be free blood pressure checks and diabetes checks as well as BMI calculators. There will be information on the support available for health problems including dementia and application forms for the Warmer Homes scheme where eligible people can have free insulation installed. Everyone who turns up will have the chance of winning FREE passes to Aura Leisure Centre including a six-week Fit boost membership.

Men on the Move: “Men on the Move” - in Clashmore starts at the end of April, costs just €20. What is the “Men on the Move” programme? • Men on the Move is a physical activity programme that is aimed at adult men to get them active, have fun and improve their fitness levels. • It involves twiceweekly physical activity sessions over 8 weeks that are led by a qualified instructor to meet your needs. • You don’t need to be fit to take part; the physical activity sessions are structured so that you can find the level appropriate for you to join and progress your fitness at a pace that suits you! • During the 8 weeks, you will also have an opportunity to attend a 1hour workshop on ‘nutrition for men’ and a 1-hour workshop on ‘well-being for men’. What do I need to wear? • Wear a tracksuit/jogging bottoms and a tshirt/sweat shirt. Jeans are uncomfortable when doing physical activity and when wet. • Wear layers. It may be cold some nights but you will warm up quickly so a couple of layers are much easier than one big jumper. • Bring lightweight, waterproof top and bottoms in case of rain. • Wear trainers/runners to all sessions. • Bring a bottle of water to all sessions If you are interested or would like further information, please come along to the Community Healthy Day or contact Peter Jones on 076-1102191 or pjones@waterfordsportspartnership.ie Table Tennis Club: The table tennis Club continues in the Community Hall starting at 7.00 p.m. on Tuesday nights. Thursday Walking Club: Now that winter is over, the Walking Club is starting up again in different locations in the area. It starts at 10.00 a.m. on Thursday mornings. For details call 087-6243406 News Letter: Clashmore Community are publishing a wonderful news letter each month which gives a very detailed account of all up coming events and a wonderful report on all the events that have taken place during the previous four to five weeks, It is available free to anyone with an email address if you would like to join their mailing For more Details call Mike McKenna on

087-7621604 or email cakcc.org@gmail.com CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO JACKPOT €5,100 The weekly Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night last, April 11th. Our numbers this week were 6, 11, 20 and 28. We had no match four winner. Our next draw takes place on Monday night in the Old Still Clashmore. Well done to the following who were our lucky €20 spot prize winners: Helen Collins; Michael Ryan; Mary O’Halloran, Rath; John Power and Doireann Collins. Our thanks to all of you for your support and congratulations to all our winners. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE On Monday night, April 11th our first prize winners at the Clashmore 45 Drive held in the Decies Bar on eight games were Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower. In second place on seven games we had Tom Osborne and John Motherway. In third place jointly on six games we had Jim McGrath and Jack Douris, Pat O’Halloran and Martin Lynch. Best of the last five were Margaret and Una Leahy and our lucky last game winners were Anne Ledingham and Noel Nugent, Kyle Cunningham and Tommy Osborne. CLASHMORE KINSALEBEG LADIES FOOTBALL Can people please have their registration money paid to Geraldine Daly by the 22nd April as it is the last date for registration. Please put it in an envelope and put your name, address and date of birth on it, plus a phone number where you can be contacted. DAVID CULLINANE VISIT On Monday night last a number of concerned Clashmore residents met with SF TD David Cullinane and County Councillor Siobhan Whelan in the village. We were given an opportunity to voice our concerns at the state of local roads, some of which are now in a dangerous condition following the consent flooding events of the past two years, and other issues affecting the area. Mr. Cullinane assured all gathered he would do everything possible to get all of these issues dealt with as soon as possible but we must keep up the campaign to highlight our concerns.

Community Spring Clean 2016 WHAT a pleasure it was to drive from Lickey bridge to Piltown cross on Sunday morning after the spring clean up. In 2015, 4 people turned up and in 2016, 44 people turned up at the heritage centre to get stuck in and get involved. Massive thanks to the people who made time for this important event as well as the community council and Foroige who both helped increase awareness of the event. Pictures of the day are posted on the Clashmore tidy towns face book page

and have been sent to the spring clean up web Site. For people who want to help but were unable to attend on Saturday, there

will be more events to get involved with in the battle against litter but everybody can help maintain your own home area.

Stradbally Instrumental Music group who took part in the County Finals of Scor na bPaisti held in Cappoquin Community Hall. [Sean Byrne/Deise Media]

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A Taste of France – 1st Year students enjoy a typical French breakfast of hot chocolate and chocolate croissants with Ms. Anne Pender and Ms. Carmel Mulcahy. Also included is Mme Maëva Béguin-Way, ESL teacher in Paris. Maëva spent some teaching time with us at The Friary recently.

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Chomórtas na Seanfhocal BUAITEOIRÍ Chomórtas na Seanfhocal, Seachtain na Gaeilge i Rang 1.1. Ó chlé: Josh Cosgrave (an 3ú duais); Sarah Duggan-Sullivan (an 2adh duais); Sally-Ann Gleeson (an Chéad Duais). Comhgairdeachas leo agus le gach dalta a ghlac páirt sa chomórtas. 1916 TRIP TO DUBLIN On Tuesday 4th April 2016 a group of 5th year students along with their teachers Ms. Margo McGann, Mr. Michael McGrath and Ms. Noreen Twohig left St. Augustine’s College at 7.30 a.m. headed for Dublin. On this Centenary year, what better place to begin our trip than Glasnevin Cemetery Museum for a guided tour

of the graves of combatants and civilians involved in, and affected by the 1916 Rising. Then it was on thr the military cemetery at Arbour Hill. This is the last resting place of fourteen of the executed leaders of the insurrection of 1916. We then crossed the road to arrive at our third stop which was Collins Barracks. Students also enjoyed going the see the “Asgard” which has undergone detailed restoration returning it to how it appeared at the time of its historic voyage. Our final stop was Avoca in Rathcoole, which was welcomed by the students as all were quite hungry at this stage and got to enjoy a meal in

Arbour Hill Cemetery

the award winning cafe at a discounted price. They also had time to browse in their amazing food hall stocking a feast of Irish artisan produce. A great day was enjoyed by all and much was learned. Many thanks to Ms. McGann who organised the day trip. “A ARTICULATION” REGIONAL FINALS Congratulations to Laina O'Hara (TY) who competed in the “ARTiculation” (Art Public Speaking) Regional Finals, held in Garter Lane Theatre, Waterford recently. Laina was among the two competitors chosen to go through to the National Finals, which will take place on April 12th in Lismore Castle.

Chomórtas na Seanfhocal - Josh Cosgrave, Sarah Duggan-Sullivan and Sally-Ann Gleeson.

Laina O'Hara (Transition Year)

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BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

The Hope Foundation Schools Immersion Trip to Kolkata 2016 FOR the duration of the week March 11th – March 18th, I, Daineadh Power, a TY student in Blackwater Community School in Lismore, along with eight other students from this school took to India to visit the Slums of Kolkata. The nine of us joined together with approx. 60 other students from the Cork area. This trip consisted of 16 hours on a plane but time flew when you were getting to know all new people. The second we landed in Kolkata airport, after our stopover in Dubai, it was hands on from the get go. As a 16 year old, looking at the way other 16 year olds lived, it was a feeling I can’t even put into words. It kind of shuts you up about all these petty complaints you have when you see the harsh reality some people live with. Kids playing in the dirt in the streets, people having to wash themselves on the side of the road, many feet going shoeless; this is a life I thought I’d never have to live, I always took for granted the way my life panned out. I could have easily ended up in this kind of life and never acknowledged that until now. But these people have no choice, this is what they were born into and they know no better.The one thing that really had me taken aback on this trip was the fact nobody complained, everybody smiled and all these ‘Street People’ were happy with what little they had. As we travelled with The Hope Foundation, we got to visit a few places Hope had set up including some crèches, schools, hospitals, cafes and protection homes. These places were filled with the most amazing people! All the children we met each came from a different background, none of them very good. Out of the 100+ kids I met, each and every one of them had happiness inside of them I was personally jealous of, these kids had every reason to be miserable in life and let it roll right off their backs. I could say they were inspirational, but that is the biggest understatement I will ever use in life!

Busy week for Exam students WISHING all the best to Junior and Leaving Cert Students who are very busy this week and for the next few weeks with project work in their final stage. This week Junior Cert students are doing their practical cookery in Home Economics from Monday through to Wednesday. Leaving Certs are doing their Oral in Irish and Music students are sitting their practical music exam. Best of luck to you all. HUMOURFIT SEMINAR On Tuesday first and second years attended a drama/presentation on the theme of Bullying. RICE CUP HURLING On Friday, 8th April, Blackwater CS u14 hurling panel travelled to Thurles for the Rice Cup blitz. On a wet day, in very tough

conditions, Blackwater topped their group after good wins against Mullingar CBS and Rice College Ennis. In the final Blackwater faced Charleville CBS to determine who would advance to the competition's quarter-final. After a tight opening to the game Blackwater gradually gained the upper hand and were deserving winners. Everyone on the panel contributed to a very successful day for the school. We now await the winners of a preliminary game in the quarterfinal. WATERFORD SENIOR COLLEGES HURLING Well done to the senior hurling team on their victory over St. Augustine’s, Dungarvan, last Friday in the semi-final of the Waterford Colleges championship.

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LISMORE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Proclamation Day ON March 15th 2016 we had a 1916 Proclamation Day Event. We invited the parents and families of the children to attend the event. After praying for the people of Ireland past, present and future and raising the flag, we sang the National Anthem accompanied on violin by Kathyrn Draper. The children gave demonstrations of Science experiments, Drama as Gaeilge, English presentations, Violin recitals and 1916 Project demonstrations. Shamrock shaped cookies were then enjoyed by all and the event was enjoyed by young and old alike. Pictured above is Dr. Barry W. Fitzgerald who took students on a captivating journey.

COLAISTE CHATHAIL NAOFA

Secrets of Superhero Science Workshop FIRST and second year students took part in a very unusual workshop last week. Dr. Barry W. Fitzgerald took students on a captivating journey through the science behind the superpowers of some of their favourite superheroes. They learned about genetic engineering the X-Men, discovered why Hawkeye’s eyesight is so advanced and learned about the science behind producing spider silk just like Spider-Man. Students also found out about the comic book origins of the superheroes, their amazing films and what

future adventures may await them! The implications, advancements and integration of superpowers within modern society were also explored. COLAISTE CHATHAIL NAOFA STUDENETS WOW WITH ART EXHIBITION Students from Colaiste Chathail Naofa, College of Further Education, Art & Craft QQI Level 6 course enthralled viewers with their colourful exhibition entitled A Touch of Art, in Dungarvan Shopping Centre. The exhibition displayed a selection of their course work including painting, ceramics, drawing, printmaking and

sculpture. In the opening ceremony CCN school principal Danny Cunningham said ‘All students should feel very proud of their achievements. The work was at a professional level and the Art & Craft level 6 course is going from strength to strength each year.’ The course accepts applications from students that have completed a level 5 module in art. It is aimed at the learner who wants to improve their art work in a friendly and supportive environment. Applications are now being taken for the 2016 – 2017 courses at www.ccndungarvan.com

Colaiste Chathail Naofa Art & Craft level 6 students Aaron Morrissey, Theresa Kirkham, Andrew Green, Christy Heaphy, Michael Curran, Vincent Lenihan, Rebecca O’Farrell, Noeleen Crossan and Celine Flynn.

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F l a g Ra i s i n g a t S c o i l M h u i r e, Ta l l ow

At Attention for the National Anthem Flag Raising at Scoil Mhuire, Tallow.

ST. MARY’S N.S. TOURANEENA

Proclamation Day 2016 WE would like to thank all those who attended our Proclamation Day Celebrations on the 15th of March. In attendance were Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor John O’Leary, Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P., and Chairperson B.O.M., Garda David Mansfield, parents, grandparents and members of the community. A marvelous day of cele-

bration was held helped by the beautiful weather. At 11.45 a.m. all present gathered at the Flag Pole where pupils entertained us with music and dance. Pupils from First to Sixth Class played instruments including, fiddles, bodhrán, concertinas, accordions, flute, banjo and tin-whistles. Shortly after the Irish Flag was presented by the

two most junior children and raised by the most senior pupil. Amhrán na bhFiann was sung and the Proclamation was read along with the new Proclamation written by the pupils themselves. Following this, pupils from 2nd class up put on a short play called “Triumph of All Sorts” based on the 1916 Rising. The audience were invited to become involved by joining in the singing of some well known relevant ballads such as Óró Sé Do Bheatha Bhaile, Grace, All Around My Hat and The Foggy Dew. It was a very moving account of the events of 1916 and was much appreciated by the audience. They were full of praise for the way in which the teaching of the historical events was made relevant to children of such a young age and how it helped to refresh their own memories. The whole event was very touching and memorable. Well done to all the students and staff involved in this production. The celebrations concluded with refreshments for all the guests and goody bags provided by the Parents' Council for all the children. We would like to thank those who helped with providing refreshments, costumes and props. Ní dhéanfaimid dearmad ar on ócáid seo go deo.

Pictured raising the National flag at Scoil Mhuire Tallow are Liam O'Brien, grandnephew of Thomas Kent; George Sealy, pupil of Scoil Mhuire and great-great-grandson of Dr. Douglas Hyde, first President of Ireland along with Neal Moore, Headmaster Scoil Mhuire.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

GARRANBANE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Proclamation Day at Garranbane NS ON Tuesday, 15th March, the pupils, parents and members of Garranbane N.S. gathered to celebrate Proclamation Day. It was a bright, sunny morning and there was a wonderful sense of occasion. For many weeks beforehand the children learned about the events, the heroes and the lives of the ordinary people of 1916. They got involved in Drama, Song, Irish Dancing and even constructed some of the landmark buildings of 1916. The Pupils of 6th Class wrote their own Proclamation outlining their hopes and dreams. On the morning of March 15th, the School Community of Garranbane raised the Tricolour with much pride and celebration. The children played Amhran na bhFiann on their tin whistles, they performed Irish dancing, they dramatised the old and new Proclamation and they sang Amhran na bhFiann after the Chairperson, Mr. Liam Carroll raised our National Flag. Thank you to everyone who took part and helped to make Proclamation Day a memorable one in Garranbane!!

Some of the pupils from St. Declan's Community College, Kilmacthomas, who participated in the Trocaire 24 Hour fast. The school raised €710 for this worthy cause.

ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Athletics - Munster Indoor Games AT the Munster Indoor games which took place on March 1st, Luke Brennan won gold for the 600 metres and Cathal Scanlon won bronze in the 60 metres hurdles. TROCAIRE LENTEN FAST Well done to all those who took part in the annual Trocaire fast. The total amount raised was €710. A fantastic amount of money for such a worthy cause.Well done to all involved. WORLD BOOK DAY COMPETITION This year's World Book Day competition was organised by the T.Y. library team. The first year students were asked to design a book cover and blurb for a novel entitled “Time” The winners were: Best Cover: 1st Place - Emma Norris 1G; 2nd Place - Sorcha Dee 1G; Best Blurb: 1st Place Hayley Phelan 1M; 2nd Place - Mark Ryan 1O; Overall Winner: Martha Cleary 1O.

2nd Year students from St. Declan's Community College who won medals in the Munster Indoor games. Luke Brennan (Gold Medal in the 600 metres) and Cathal Scanlon (Bronze Medal in the 60 metres hurdles).

Hayley Phelan (1st Place) and Mark Ryan (2nd Place) for the “Best Blurb” in the World Book day Competition at St. Declan's Community, Kilmacthomas.

Martha Cleary who was the overall winner of the World Book Day Competition at St. Declan's Community College, Kilmacthomas.

Emma Norris (1st Place) and Sorcha Dee (2nd Place) for the “Best Cover” in the World Book day Competition at St. Declan's Community, Kilmacthomas.

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Welcome back WELCOME back after the Easter holidays. We hope you are all well rested and ready for our last term of this school year. It's sure to be a busy one. THANK YOU A big thanks to all who supported our Easter raffle, organised by the Parents' Association, it was a huge success. Well done to all the prize winners, we hope you enjoyed your prize. WIZZY WASP As winners of the photograph/art work section of the Wizzy Wasp programme we were very lucky to have Wizzy Wasp come to visit up. He asked us all about the different exercises we did during our Active Schools Programme.We then did some exercises with Wizzy before getting our badges. We absolutely loved Wizzy's visit. Thanks to Ms Harty and Waterford Sports Partnership for all their organising.

Well done to Junior Infants who filled 4 boxes for Trocaire's Lenten campaign.

Buaiteoiri don Gaeilgeoir na Seachtaine.

Prize Winners from our Easter raffle.

Doing our exercises with Wizzy Wasp during his visit.

Buaiteoiri Comortas Ealaine.

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MEANSCOIL SAN NIOCLAS

Duaiseanna Gnóthaithe ag Mionchomhlachtaí Bheirt Daltaí Idirbhliana ón Meánscoil COMHGHAIRDEACHAS ó chroí le Macdara Ó Faoláin agus le Mícheál Ó hAnluain, daltaí Idirbhliana a bhain duaiseanna amach i gCraobh an Chontae de na Mionchomhlachtaí le déanai. Bronnadh dhá dhuais ar Mhacdara-an Tríú háit sa chomórtas iomlán ar a mhionchomhlacht um dhéantús uirlisí ceoil agus an Chéad áit ar an obair phoiblíochta a dhein sé ar na Meáin shóisialta. Bronnadh an duais don choincheap ba nuálaí ar Mhícheál Ó hAnluain a dhear is a chuir Cártaí Éigeandála ar an margadh. Is cártaí beaga iad, a bheireann duine leis i gcónaí agus a bhfuil sonraí teagmhála ar fáil air, d’am an ghátair. Tá ardmholadh tuillte ag an mbeirt acu agus ag na daltaí go léir ón Idirbhliain a chuir Mionchomhlachtaí suntasacha chun cinn agus tá an-chreidiúint go deo tuillte ag an múinteoir Gnó, Clár Ní Fhathaigh a chaith an-chuid ama agus fuinnimh ag tacú leis na fiontraithe óga seo agus obair na gcapall déanta aici leo. Tréaslaímid libh ó chroí amach. AN CHÉAD ÁIT BUAITE AG DALTA NA HIDIRBHLIANA I gCOMÓRTAS EALAÍON CHAISLEÁN AN LEASA MHÓIR Bhí lúcháir ar mhuintir na scoile nuair a tháinig scéala chugainn, go raibh an chéad duais i gComórtas Ealaíon Chaisleán an Leasa Mhóir á bronnadh ar bheirt daltaí ó dhá scoil éagsúla, Hannah Nic Uaid ón Idirbhliain agus dalta eile ó Ardscoil na nDéise, i nDún Garbhán. Ní nach ionadh go mbeadh an gradam sin á bhronnadh ar Hannah mar is léir go bhfuil ealaín fhíorálainn cruthaithe aici ina saothar atá spreagtha ag téama chomórtas na bliana seo, an dúlra. Chuaigh an obair sin i bhfeidhm go mór ar na moltóiri agus ar a raibh i láthair ag an taispeántas i gCaisleán an Leasa Mhóir agus beidh an saothar céanna á choimeád anois mar chuid de bhailiúchán ealaíne Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge. Comhghairdeachas leat a Hannah agus tréaslaímid chomh maith leis an múinteoir

Ealaíne, Maria Ní Dhonnabhain as an spreagadh agus an tacaíocht den scoth a thug sí do na daltaí ar fad le linn na bliana. Go maire sibh beirt bhur nuaíocht! TURAS SCIÁLA DEN CHÉADSCOTH AG LUCHT NA hIDIRBHLIANA Cé go raibh pianta in áiteanna nárbh eol dóibh a bheith ann bhí luisne agus deaaoibh ar dhaltaí na hIdirbhliana ar fhilleadh dóibh ón turas sciála a d’eagraigh Aonghus Ó Raghnaigh in Ionad Sciála Chill Tighearnáin, ar na mallaibh. Chuaigh an Máistir Ó Raghnaigh agus Iníon Ní Annáin leis na daltaí go bun sléibhte Átha Cliath agus tugadh oiliúint sciála dóibh ar dtús. Ba dheacair a chreidiúint gur fhoghlaim cuid de na daltaí an cheird comh mear sin, go gceapfá gur dream iad a bhí tógtha ar na hAilp agus ní raibh call ar bith ar inniúlacht na múinteoirí ach an oiread, más fíor do na tuairisceoirí a bhí ina measc! Chodail gach aoinne go sámh an oíche sin in Óstán Bewleys Baile an Lobhair tar éis béile blasta agus mar is gnách bhí gach aon ní eagraithe go foirfe ag an Máistir Ó Raghnaigh. Dar leis na daltaí, ba dheacair an turas úd a shárú agus cuid díobh ag súil le filleadh ar an ionad a luaithe agus is féidir. CEARDLANNA SCRÍBHNEOIREACHTA LE CATHERINE FOLEY & COMÓRTAS LITEARTHA GAELTACHTA ÚDARÁS NA GAELTACHTA Bhí iarnóin speisialta againn Dé Máirt seo caite, 5 Aibreán, nuair a tháinig an scríbhneoir agus an t-iriseoir iomráiteach Catherine Foley ar cuairt orainn chun ceardlanna scríbhneoireachta a dhéanamh leis na daltaí idir ranganna sóisearacha agus sinsearacha de. Tá an scéim seo curtha ar siúl ag Údarás na Gaeltachta chun tacú le scríbhneoiri óga faoi bhun 21 bliain gur mhaith leo cur isteach ar Chomórtas Liteartha Gaeltachta: Comóradh Céad Bliain Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916. Bhí cur chuige Catherine spleodrach,

Daltaí na hIdirbhliana i mbun ceacht sciála san Ionad Sciála i gCill Tighearnáin, le déanaí.

spreagúil, ilchineálach agus lán de mhothúcháin agus is iontach mar a chuaigh sí i bhfeidhm ar na daltaí go háirithe agus iad tar éis cuairt a thabhairt ar mhórláithreáin Éirí Amach na Cásca le linn Seachtain an Gaeilge. Bhí gliondar orainn ar fad Liam Ó Réagáin Gagea, Nioclás Breathnach agus Lúcás Uada a bheith inár measc agus trácht á dhéanamh ag Nioclás Ó Gríobhtháin agus ag Déaglán Ó Reagáin ar sheanuncailí leo a throid le linn an Éirí Amach, ar chlár a thaispeáin Catherine. Is cinnte go mbriseann an dúchas! Chuir Catherine na daltaí ag machnamh ar an 40 páiste a maraíodh le linn an Éirí Amach agus ar mhná céile agus leanaí an tseachtar laochra a fágadh beo bocht agus fear an tí imithe ar shlí na fírinne. Spreag sí na daltaí chun smaoinimh agus chun na cruthaítheachta agus táimid go mór faoi chomaoin aici. Ba mhaith linn ár mbuíochas a ghabháil le hEibhlín de Paor, Ealaín na Gaeltachta as an deaobair ar fad a dhein sí ag eagrú na gceardlann seo dúinn. Beimid ag coinne lena cuairt chun dánta, scéalta agus píosaí iriseoireachta a bhailiú ó na daltaí agus de réir cosúlachta tá obair den scoth geallta. Ár mbeannacht leat a scríbhinn! CEARDLANN CHEOIL LE MARY BERGIN Bhain ceoltóirí óga na Meánscoile idir thaitneamh agus thairbhe as an gceardlann ceoil a thug Mary Bergin, dóibh le déanaí. Thug Mary comhairle an-fhiúntach dóibh i dtaobh na slite go bhfaighidís feabhas a chur ar a gcuid ceoil. Nárbh iontach ar fad an deis é sin agus is cinnte go gcuimhneoidh siad ar a cuairt is an misneach a thug sí dóibh sna blianta atá amach rompu. Ár mbuíochas leis an múinteoir Ceoil Bren Ó Ruaidh a dhein an-obair leis na grúpaí ceoil ar fad, le linn na bliana. Is míle buíochas le Gael Linn as cuairt Mary Bergin a eagrú dúinn. Treise libh ar fad! CRAOBHCHOMÓRTAS NA MUMHAN BUAITE AG FOIREANN PEILE NA mBUACHAILLÍ….. Comhghairdeachas ó chroí le foireann peile na mbuachaillí faoi 16 go leith a fuair an lámh in uachtar gan aon dua, ar Choláiste Dáibhéid ó Chathair Chorcaí. ag Craobhchomórtas na Mumhan sa Lios Mór le déanaí. Léirigh na cuairteoirí chun na hIdirbhliana anchumas go deo agus iad i mbun comhraic, go háirithe Jack Ó Gríofa, Cillian Tóibín, Niall Blackwell agus Mícheál Ó hAnluain. D’imir Tiarnán Ó Foghlú, dalta ón gCúigiú Bliain go rímhaith agus ná dearúdaimis imreoirí óga na scoile ach an oiread, go háirithe Fionn Ó Tiomóin, Bliain 2 agus Johny de Búrca, Bliain 1, a raibh sárchluiche acu beirt. Is an fheadóg dheiridh á séideadh bhí 4-17 ag Meánscoil San Nicolas in aghaidh 0-03 ag Coláiste Daibhéid, Corcaigh. Leanaigí oraibh leis an deaimirt a bhuachaillí. Treise libh!

Mary Bergin-ceoltóir, Bren Ó Ruaidh-múinteoir ceoil agus ceoltóirí óga na scoile.

Duais á bronnadh ar Mhícheál Ó hAnluain, agus taobh leis, múinteoir Gnó na Meánscoile, Clár Ní Fhathaigh, (ar dheis).

Duaiseanna á mbronnadh ar Mhacdara Ó Faoláin agus ina theannta, Clár Ní Fhathaigh, múinteoir Gnó na Meánscoile (ar dheis).

Saothar ealaíne le Hannah Nic Uaid a ghnóthaigh an chéad áit i gComórtas Ealaíon Chaisleán an Leasa Mhóir.

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ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Gaisce Outdoor Pursuits Trip ON Monday, 14th March, the Transition Year students headed away on the long awaited Gaisce trip. It was meant to be one of the highlights of Fourth Year and so we were all excited as we headed off. We were staying at a Youth Hostel in the Wicklow Mountains. We arrived in the afternoon and had to walk up a hill to the hostel. We soon realised there is quite a difference between hotel and hostel as we stepped into our small rooms with six plus beds crammed in. Not to mention sharing the bathrooms with girls from six other rooms! However, we got over ourselves fairly quickly as we were faced with the task of dressing our own beds. Here the lack of basic housekeeping skills became embarrassingly obvious. We went out to complete a 10k hike just as it was beginning to get dark. With headlights at the ready we headed off on what turned out to be an enjoyable walk that didn't take all of our energy and will to go on!

The next day was quite a different story.We had a 25k hike to complete! Was it as hard as we expected? Yes. Were we full of aches, pains and blisters? Absolutely, yes. But was it worth it? Looking back, yes it was. It was an experience not to be forgotten. It all started fine but as the day went on so did the height of the mountain. When we were shown the peak of the mountain that we were aiming for we were sure our tour guide was joking. But surprise, surprise a couple of hours later we were at the top looking down. The way down wasn't half as bad, although it was a repeat of the journey up. What is it they say, “It's all in your mind”. We were very surprised to be told we were actually a very good group and finished the hike in a very good time. Going on the whining we did you would find this hard to believe! On Wednesday we all packed up and we did some not so tiring activities, archery and climbing walls.

We were all exhausted coming home, but also had made memories for life. Eileen Fitzgerald, Transition Year LUCY HOLMES ON THE IRISH CROSS COUNTRY TEAM IN SCOTLAND Having been placed 5th in the Junior Girls All Ireland Cross Country Championships Lucy Holmes, 2nd yr, qualified for the Irish Girls’ team competing in Scotland before Easter. The standard was very high, but Lucy held her ranking within the Irish team of eight girls, and it was a great experience for her. Well done, Lucy! BEST WISHES TO JUNIOR AND LEAVING CERTIFICATE STUDENTS From Monday, April 11th to Friday, April 22nd the Junior and Leaving Certificate students have Oral and Practical sections of their state examinations. We wish them all the best of luck.

Niamh Lenane, 5th year, recipient of the Waterford City and County Council Arts Office Prize at the Artifice Art Exhibition in Lismore, photographed with her Art teacher Mrs. Mary Foley.

6th year students in disguise, competing in the Ard Scoil's Got Talent competition.

Lucy Holmes, 2nd year, member of the Irish Junior Girls Cross Country team, photographed in Scotland with Mary Ashe, Vice President of the Irish Schools Athletics Association.

Mrs. Anne Fogarty, Chairperson of Parents' Council, presents Sophie Hodnett, 1st year, with two tickets for the Rihanna concert, first prize in the Ard Scoil Fun Run draw.

Jeanne Harrington, 3rd year, Junior winner in the Ard Scoil's Got Talent competition.

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Proclamation Commemoration at Clashmore School THE boys and girls of Clashmore National School welcomed all our parents, grandparents, friends and neighbours to the school on March 15th to raise the National Flag on Proclamation Day. The oldest and youngest pupils in the school - Yuala Murphy and Ronan Casey raised the flag. Our guests were treated to singing accompanied on guitar by Geoff Gould. Afterwards the pupils of 3rd to 6th dressed in the costume of 1916 and welcomed our visitors into the classrooms for the 1916 history fair. The boys and girls learned a lot about 1916 and they would like to thank all those who came to chat to them on the day. Thanks also to our parents association for providing refreshments on the day.

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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.

say that we need permission from a relation. I'm looking for any relation to contact me with any information or photos of the Herne or Organ families. I hope to do a project that will go on display on Spike Island, Cork Harbour. The Organs moved from Waterford to Spike Island. Regards, NIALL McAULIFFE (087 9635337).

The History of the Burgery Ambush and other local events in the War of Independence Importance of attention to local details as we continue to comprehensively and worthily celebrate the events of 1916 and the War of Independence

Trees on Grattan Square Yuala Murphy and Ronan Casey raise the flag on Proclamation Day at Clashmore National School.

Mark Cashell and his dad Michael on Proclamation Day at Clashmore National School.

Landsend, Abbeyside Dear Editor, The Leaning Tower of Pisa is world famous, but the leaning trees of Grattan Square, Dungarvan after the weekend breezes, as depicted in the accompanying photo, is disgraceful and testimony to the refusal of the ‘Smarter Travel’ set up to engage the Proper expertise to plan and execute a suitable and co-ordinated revamp of the Square. Apart from the upheaval to businesses in and around the Square caused by a chaotic sequence of stop/go messing about closing off a far greater area than agreed for access, it is unacceptable to observe trees at various angles of disarray because of a rough night, when any landscaper will tell you, that the first thing to do in planting a standard tree is to secure a stake in position to support the tree to keep it firm so that the fragile new roots will ramify (spread) to feed the tree with moisture and nutrients for the purpose of establishment.The remedial treatment at best is pathetic. Planting bare rooted trees in April is inadvisable because with the breaking of bud and the immediate production of leaves and extension growth will demand much more moisture and nutrients than if the trees were planted at the optimum time October/November. The replacement of six perfectly healthy equidistant urban trees which have withstood all the exhaust pollution and other maladies of an urban setting for over sixty years with an at best suburban tree called a fastigiate whitebeam (Sorbus Aria Fastigiata), which will not tolerate concentrated exhaust fumes and is subject to a common fatal disease known as fire blight. All whitebeams on the Newline in Abbeyside have been cut down by the Council within the past year, because of a fire blight attack. Only five white beams have replaced the six London planes on the west side of Grattan Square and are at various distances apart. Informality in the midst of a formal setting. Balance or integrity does not enter the equation. White beams are notorious for losing their leaves in August, but they are good enough for the long suffering peasants of Dungarvan. JOHN R. WALSH, BAgrSc(Hort).

Mary Organ Geoff Gould leads the pupils of Clashmore National School in song on Proclamation Day at Clashmore National School.

Dear Editor, Mary Organ (nee Herne), from Portlaw, County Waterford, is mother of Little Nellie Of Holy God. Mary is buried on her own in Cobh, County Cork. At present she has no headstone on her grave. Myself and a friend are trying to erect a headstone for Mary. Cork County Council

WHILE the various ceremonies comprehensively commemorating the events of 1916 and those involved in the securing of national independence were a credit to those historians and others who ensured the authenticity of the various presentations was a source of pride to all who witnessed it or followed it on television and in the media, it is important that this same fairness and objectivity is retained in presenting and reporting the many commemorations which continue to be presented in local areas and especially in the Deise area which played such a very significant role during the war of independence. The report of one such local commemoration at Fourmilewater on Easter Sunday 2015 omitted any mention or reference to the important and historic meeting on 23 & 24 March 1923 at the Cullinan farmhouse Bleantis of the leaders of the republican movement, which included Eamonn De Valera, President of the Republican Government, General Liam Lynch Chief of Staff, Irish Republican Army, Austin Stack, Tom Derrig, Frank Aiken, Tom Barry, Bill Quirke, Tom Crofts, Sean Dowling, Sean McSwiney, Humphrey Murphy and Sean Hyde before it was adjourned to the Nire Valley on the approach of Free State soldiers and which was omitted by the nominated speakers on the occasion and in the report on the following weekend in the local press. Similarly the report on the recent Burgery Ambush Commemoration oration published on 25 March omitted mention of the parcipation of some of those prominently involved, including one of the best known local republican leaders Capt Jack O'Meara of the Kilbrien / Touraneena Coy, all of which is known and documented locally and has been officially published as well as documented in a statement by the late Jack O'Meara himself.This ambush is also especially well documented in the most excellent and comprehensive book by Sean and Sile Murphy "The Story of the Deise Brigade IRA 1914 - 24" which not only comprehensively documents all those directly involved and associated and especially in the chapter on The Burgery Ambush which is essential reading for all who wish to accurately learn the important and objective historic facts of this important event in the war of independence not only as a matter of objective history and also to the relatives of those involved. The more recently released documents (state papers) from the Dept of Justice further add to the local and family information on these important events. It is both important that the historic facts of these events are not excluded or distorted for any reasons, political or otherwise and also for the family and relatives of those involved and who were also so comprehensively included in the recent national celebrations. Yours, JOHN POWER 7 Arran Road, Dublin 9. DUNGARVAN OBSERVER EMAIL ADDRESSES The Dungarvan Observer email addresses are as follows: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie news@dungarvanobserver.ie sport@dungarvanobserver.ie

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OBITUARY HENRY FITZGERALD Garranbane, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford With sadness we record the passing of Henry Fitzgerald which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 5th April, 2016. Removal was from his residence on Friday morning to St.Vincent de Paul Church, Garranbane. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To his daughter Maureen; son-in-law Frank; grandsons Rory and Paul; great-grandchildren, grand-daughters-in-law, nephews, nieces and relatives, we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Fourth Sunday of Easter: Acts 13:14,43-52 - We must turn to the pagans. Apocalypse Aoibhe Kirwan, Brickeys who took part in the recitation event at the County 7:9,14-17 - The lamb will be Finals of Scor na bPáistí held in Cappoquin Community Hall. [Sean Byrne] their shepherd and will lead them to springs of living water. John 10:27-30 - I give eternal life to the sheep that belong to me. The Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help: The Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help continues each Monday at 7.30 p.m. until Monday, May 30th. This is an ideal opportunity to do something special for the Holy Year of Mercy. Holy Year of Mercy Celebration: A Holy Year of Mercy celebration will take place in the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Waterford this Wednesday, April 13th at 7.30 p.m. when Sr. Marie Fahy of Glencairn Abbey will give a talk on The Door of Mercy which opens to joy, serenity and freedom. Easter Collection for the support of the Priests of the Parish: Please continue to return your Easter Collection Envelope. Keavy Osbourne Grange who took part in the Solo Singing at the County Easter Garden: You are Finals of Scor na bPaisti held in Cappoquin Community Hall. [Sean Byrne] encouraged to visit the Easter

Garden at the top of the church in front of St. Joseph’s statue for a few moments of quiet prayer and reflection. Trócaire Boxes: Please continue to return your Trócaire Boxes to the sacristy or Parish office. Your contributions are greatly appreciated. The Sacrament of Bishop Confirmation: Alphonsus Cullinan will celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation in St. Mary’s on Saturday next, April 16th at 11.00 a.m. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 0862334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087-7747870.

Just think of it!

Ellen Motherway, Lismore who took part in the recitation event at the County Finals of Scor na bPaisti held in Cappoquin Community Hall. [Sean Byrne]

THE speeches of John F. Kennedy yield some very quotable sayings. One of the best known of them is, ‘Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country’. The ideal of serving the common good, of serving the community, doesn’t seem to rate very highly with many people, even in our own country. The prevailing motive with which many people examine a job or a position in public life seems often to be,‘What’s in it for me, what can I get out of it?’ No wonder we have so many individuals and groups who think only of their rights and never seem to acknowledge the fact that they may also have obligations. Guards, nurses, teachers, G.P.’s, bus drivers, even priests are quite entitled to be given adequate support by the various communities which they are expected to serve, whether that community be nationwide or local. But anyone with a titter of wit would acknowledge that there are people in public life or in politics or in business who are being paid together too much. And for many of them the lavish pay turns into a lavish pension after they have ceased to serve the community. When Jesus washed the Apostles’ feet at the beginning of the Last Supper on the first Holy Thursday he wasn’t playacting, putting on an act. He was doing what a well-to-do householder of that time would expect a servant to do as the guests arrived at the householder’s home. Jesus pointed out to his friends, ‘If I, the Lord and Master, have washed your feet, you should wash each other’s feet’. To serve others is not only a duty, it is an opportunity to give rather than to be always getting. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

55 DAVID MICHAEL (Mickey) O’RIORDAN “Slateways,” Ballyneety, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford It is with great sadness and regret we record the sudden and unexpected passing of David (Mickey) O’Riordan, “Slateways,” Ballyneety, Dungarvan, Co.Waterford, which sad event occurred on 30th March, 2016, peacefully and surrounded by his family in Cork University Hospital, after a short illness. Born on 24th September, 1959, he was the second eldest of six children born to Joe and Cora O’Riordan, 34 Caseyville. Sadly predeceased by both his parents. After finishing his education he began an apprenticeship in what was then Dungarvan Crystal. He spent the next 28 years working with Crystal which he loved, becoming a very talented Master Cutter. Along the way he married Fiona, the love of his life, and they had one son David whom he adored, instilling in him his own love of shooting and fishing and all things outdoors. He loved nothing better on a weekend (depending on which season it was) than to put on all his camo gear and head off for a day’s fishing with John and Jason or for a day’s hunting with John, Jason and David. He had a tale to tell about whichever part of the county he would be in, whether it was how many or how big the fish were, or how many pheasants, duck, teal, pigeons, etc., they had got and where. He had an uncanny sense of direction and there wasn’t an acre of land or farmer whom he did not know. He was always most respectful of all the landowners who gave them permission to hunt on their property. To all of these we give a special word of thanks and hope the relationship will continue with his brothers and son. He eventually took the plunge and decided to start his own business called “Slateways” working with crystal and slate. His first premises was in The Mews in O’Connell Street. A year later he got the opportunity to move to 48/49 St. Mary Street, thanks to the Cullinane family. It was here that the business really took off. He became equally as well known for sales of Vintage Waterford Crystal as he did for his own line of “Reflection” Crystal and the beautiful pieces he made from slate. He had something for everyone and often made custom pieces to order. He was the only repairer of Waterford Crystal in Ireland and was inundated with requests for repairs, both from at home and abroad (from as far afield as Texas and Dubai). He was renowned the world over as a Master when it came to breathing new life into a Waterford piece that had been broken and would normally have ended its days in the bin. He was a hugely popular man as was evident by the massive turnout at both his funeral and burial. He will be sadly missed by everyone, but most especially by his family and his two dogs. He lay in repose in Drohan’s Funeral Home on Friday, 1st April, where Rosary and prayers were recited by Fr. Cooney, O.S.A. Removal that same night to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr. Cooney, O.S.A. At the start of Mass, symbols of David’s life, a dog whistle, fishing reel, Master Cutters Certificate and Slate Clock were brought to the Altar by his nieces Kayleigh, Emily and Leah and his nephew Luke.The readings were recited by Eoin Phelan and Bernard Beatty. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Sarah, Eddie and Jenny. Bread and wine were presented by Pauline and Imelda (sisters). His remains were then taken to Kilgobinet Cemetery for interment. Rest in peace. To his loving wife Fiona (nee Phelan); son David; brothers John, Anthony and Jason; sisters Pauline and Imelda; nieces Donna, Anita, Angela, Kayleigh, Emily and Leah; nephews Richard and Luke; to all his extended family and friends, we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

WILLIE ROSSITER McCarthyville, Abbeyside Deep sadness and regret was expressed with the passing of Willie Rossiter on Wednesday, 6th April, at University Hospital Waterford. One of nature’s true gentlemen, Willie is predeceased by his parents Willie and Mary; brother Tom and sister Rita. We express our sincere sympathy to his wife Mary; son Liam; daughters Sinéad and Gráinne; sons-in-law Liam Walsh and Pat Earley; daughter-in-law Anne Marie; brothers Michael and P.J.; brother-inlaw Pat Langan; sisters-in-law June McShane, Betty Tutty, Breda, Eilís and Marguerite Rossiter; grandchildren Jennifer, Liam, Tadhg, Mark, David, Caoimhe and Orlaith; great-grandchildren Diarmuid and Clodagh; nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. Willie lay in repose at his residence on Friday evening, 8th April, where many people came to pay their respects and console the bereaved. The recitation of the Rosary was led by Fr. N. Hassett, P.P. Removal took place on Saturday morning, 9th April, to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, for Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Willie’s life. Afterwards Willie was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 January, 2016

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Round-up … IFA steps up campaign for fertiliser tariff cut by seeking support of all EU Agriculture Ministers

Pictured is Michael Kelly founder of GIY launching ‘Spudlove’ the Bord Bia and GIY nationwide competition to dig up Ireland’s biggest Spudlover. - GIYers and budding Spud growers across Ireland are now invited to sow their potato seeds and host a ‘Spud Off’ competition. To register and take part see www.giyinternational.org/spudlove [Patrick Browne]

Safe operation of machinery a key focus for farm safety fortnight Intensive farm safety campaign gets underway . . . MONDAY, 11th of April marked the beginning of an intensive two week farm safety inspection campaign with Inspectors from the Health and Safety Authority visiting roughly 300 farms across the country. The key focus of the campaign will be on identifying crush zones and preventing impact injuries, which usually involve tractors and machinery or being caught by an animal that has suddenly turned aggressive. Crush zones are generally between the tractor and an attachment or machine, or within the machine itself. The HSA is encouraging farmers to learn how to

recognise these zones and ensure that the risks to themselves and others are controlled. Calving and livestock handling facilities should be designed to minimise the risk of being attacked by aggressive animals. Speaking about how many of these accidents occur, Pat Griffin Senior Inspector with the Health and Safety Authority says: “I believe many of these crush injuries and deaths are actually caused by excessive workload, pressure, stress, improvising and taking short cuts. These factors coupled with fatigue, can be a lethal

combination. By managing workload the risks can be reduced.” There are few simple steps that can be considered for managing workload: Prioritise activities: Make choices about what to do and when to do it. Do the most important jobs first and spread workload out over time. Plan ahead: Allocate enough time for daily activities and plan for busy seasonal periods. Consider getting extra help at very busy periods where fatigue becomes a major factor. Pacing: Organise a routine so on average the same

amount of work is done each day. Plan what is going to be done rather than responding to what needs to be done. During ‘Farm Safety Fortnight’ the Authority will also be highlighting the importance of safety for young children on farms. “Children should have safe play areas away from work activity, and in full view of the farm house. They should be given clear instruction on safety issues and kept away from dangerous areas such as slurry pits, working machinery and high areas,” says Pat Griffin. For more information on tractor safety and child safety on farms visit www.hsa.ie

New traditional farm buildings grants for GLAS farmers THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, has announced a new scheme to grant-aid the conservation of traditional farm buildings on GLAS farms. GLAS is the new agrienvironment scheme for Irish farmers, to which nearly 40,000 farmers have already signed-up, and this new element to that scheme will help ensure that small traditional farm buildings and other structures, which are of significant cultural and heritage value, are restored and conserved for renewed practical agricultural use. The new scheme builds upon the success of the Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme which operated under REPS 4 from 2007 to 2013, and which ensured that more than 350 traditional farm buildings throughout Ireland were conserved. “These building have been an integral part of our agricultural heritage for generations, and their contribution to the char-

acter and beauty of the Irish landscape cannot be overstated,” Minister Coveney said, adding that it was his intention that as many as possible of these buildings should be conserved and returned to practical agricultural use. “This is not about creating museum pieces”, the Minister said, “These buildings can and should play an ongoing role in the economic life of Irish farms, as well as helping to enhance the landscape, the environment and local biodiversity.” Grants will be made available to GLAS participants to carry out approved conservation works to traditional farm buildings, including roofs, outside surface of walls, windows and doors. Grants will also be available for other related structures such as historic yard surfaces and landscape features around the farmyard such as walls, gate pillars and gates. To be eligible for the scheme, buildings and other related structure must have architectural or vernacular heritage character and make a contribution

to their setting. The scheme is jointly funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the European Union and will be administered by the Heritage Council on behalf of the Department. Grants awarded will not exceed 75% of the cost of the works with a maximum grant of €25,000 and a minimum grant of €4,000 being made. The first tranche opens immediately and completed application forms must be returned to the Heritage Council before 5pm on Friday 6th May 2016. Further applications will be invited at regular intervals throughout the Programming period to end December 2020. The application form and all other documents on the new GLAS Traditional Farm Building Scheme can be downloaded from the Heritage Council website www.heritagecouncil.ie or by contacting the Heritage Council directly at Church Lane, Kilkenny. Phone 056 7770777.

IFA National Chairman Jer Bergin is writing to the Agriculture Ministers in each of the 28 EU Member States calling for their support for IFA’s campaign to eliminate custom duties on fertiliser. The IFA National Chairman asked the Agriculture Ministers for their active support for the elimination of fertiliser duties and tariffs as a means of addressing the farm income crisis. A report commissioned by the IFA and carried out by the International Food and Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) published in February shows the elimination of duties and tariffs will deliver a significant boost to farm incomes, job creation and rural regeneration. In addition it will allow for the sourcing of fertiliser with lower cadmium levels without imposing additional costs on farmers, while safeguarding human health. The IFPRI report shows that protection afforded to EU manufacturers through the application of anti-dumping duties of €32.83/t to €47.07/t and customs tariffs of 6.5% is costing farmers close on €1bn per annum at a time when farm incomes are under extreme pressure.

IFA calls for TAMS approvals for 5,000 farmers IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy has said approvals of TAMS II applications should commence within the next ten days and it is vital that the 5,000 farmers who applied in the first two tranches of the scheme but do not yet have approval are allowed to proceed with their work immediately. More than 6,000 farmers have applied for TAMS II to date. Only 1,000 of these applicants have got either full or part approval for Dairy Equipment and Low Emission Slurry. Flor McCarthy said the delays in getting approvals to all farmers are unacceptable. IFA is insisting that Minister Coveney puts in place a speedier approval process for the remaining tranches of the scheme. Flor McCarthy said that a number of farmers have expressed concern with regard to the payments of TAMS II grants given the income position on many farms. IFA has requested that farmers who have part approval should be paid for the amount of work that they have completed.

IFA demands immediate beef price rise of 10c/kg IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns said the beef price situation has turned on 7th April with supplies tightening rapidly and factories increasing prices to get numbers. He said prices have moved on with €4.00/kg the new base on steers and €4.10 base on heifers this week. He said these levels were being paid much more widely as the week progressed. Henry Burns said that having suffered severely on prices all spring, feeders should demand an immediate 10c/kg price increase at this stage. In addition, he said carcase weight is

much less an issue with most factories now doing deals with no weight limit cuts. He said, in general bulls are making €3.70/3.80/3.90 O/R/Us. Better offers of €3.95/4.00 have been paid for U grade bulls, again with no weight limits. Cows are making from €3.15 to €3.60/kg, with €3.30 for Os and €3.50 for R grades.

New rates for TB Compensation Scheme secured by IFA come into effect from May 1st IFA Animal Health Chairman Bert Stewart said the Department of Agriculture has confirmed the changes secured by IFA to the TB compensation scheme earlier this year will come into effect from May 1st. He said the new rates and qualifying criteria are a significant step forward in reducing the financial loss experienced by farmers and are welcome. The IFA Chairman said the changes secured to the income supplement scheme include an increase to the rate of payment for dairy cows from €25.39/cow/month to €55, the removal of the 100 animal ceiling and a reduction in the qualifying criteria from having to lose 10% of the total herd to 10% of the dairy cows on the farm to become eligible for the payments. Farmers currently in receipt of income supplement payments will receive the higher rate for all the animals they have lost in their May and subsequent payments. The reduction to the eligibility criteria from May 1st means farmers who were not previously eligible because of the higher threshold and are still restricted will now be eligible for income supplement payments from May 1st where 10% of the milking herd have been lost. The depopulation grant rates for suckler cows have been increased by 19%, bringing them into line with the income supplement rate of €38/month/cow and will also come into effect on the 1st May. This addresses some of the shortcomings in the current programme for suckler farmers who have their entire herd removed as TB reactors. Changes to the ceilings for the live valuation scheme will also come into effect from May 1st. These include an increase to the ceilings on payments from €2,800 for a Bovine to €3,000 and from €3,500 to €4,000 for a Stock bull and €5,000 for a Pedigree bull. The reduction to the EBI top-up co-efficient for dairy cows from €1.35 to €0.50/unit EBI will not be implemented until the 16th May at the earliest when payments under the new arrangements will be issued. IFA has secured a commitment from the Department that the coefficient will be increased to reflect the reduced EBI indices when they come into effect later this year. The Hardship Grant is payable only over the Winter months and under the new rules dairy farmers will be eligible for receipt of payments a move Bert Stewart said that acknowledges for the first time the enormous cost burden associated with calves restricted on dairy holdings however it must be built on in recognition of the full extent of costs involved. Bert Stewart said IFA had sought fundamental changes to the TB programme for a period of time in order to reduce the enormous cost burden of the disease for farmers and these amendments represent a positive first step in addressing some of the difficultiess.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Expanded ‘Moo Crew’ returns Mercosur deal for Primar y School Children will add fuel to

the fire of a bleak EU Agricultural Outlook Acting Government urged to save Irish beef even if Government formation is delayed another few days

MOO CREW, The Primary Dairy Moovement, will be available to primary schools again after Easter 2016 with a programme which expands into the Junior and Senior Infant classes for the first time, all the way up to 6th class; and with extended resources for teachers and pupils. Moo Crew was developed by the National Dairy Council in consultation with teachers in light of research that demonstrated the prevalence of a nutrition gap amongst Irish primary schoolchildren, with 37% of girls and 28% of boys aged from 5 – 12 years in Ireland having inadequate calcium intakes in their diet. (Ref 1). The popular initiative is a fun and engaging way for children to learn the benefits of a healthy, balanced diet and the importance of exercise – to “get moo-ving”. Now in its 4th year, over 5,000 children from 900 primary schools nationwide took part in the programme in 2015. Moo Crew offers learning supports for teachers which are linked to the curriculum including web-based resources at www.moocrew.ie such as an interactive food pyramid, video clips and games as well as lesson plans. The lesson plans, available in English and as Gaeilge, help children to learn about dairy and farming and where food comes from. They can explore the journey ‘from farm to fridge,’ while learning about a healthy, balanced diet underpinned by nutri-

tional expertise. NEW LESSON PLAN This year the lesson plans have been expanded with a new module on the history of making cheese in Ireland, developed in consultation with Regina Sexton, Food & Culinary Historian at University College Cork. The introduction of the additional lesson plan on the history of cheese making was welcomed by three-time Olympian Derval O’Rourke, who is an ambassador for Cheese Up Your Life! and a supporter of Moo Crew. “We know from its success in previous years that children enjoy getting involved with Moo Crew. It helps us to work with children in an interactive way and to get kids thinking about how exercise fits into their daily lives; which interests me as a sprint hurdler and athlete,” says Derval. “But learning about food as a source of nutrition and the ways to consume a healthy, balanced diet to support growth and health – these are really important life skills which help kids to make smart choices,” said Derval. Moo Crew is designed to be linked to the primary curriculum and to be easy to implement in a busy classroom. It also nurtures creativity, team building, literacy and numeracy skills. Milly the cow, the popular Moo Crew mascot, continues to add colour and fun with her exercises, tips and favourite recipes.

GREAT CLASS PRIZES! Children also have the option to create a poster and to take part in the Moo Crew class-based competition by 9th May, 2016. The top class in the Junior Category (Junior Infants – 2nd class) and top class in the Senior Category (3rd-6th class) will win an amazing VIP farm experience to Airfield Farm, where they will have a day packed with adventure. Each of the two winning schools will also win a training session with Moo Crew ambassador Derval O’Rourke plus a sports equipment pack valued at €1,000. There are also county prizes at senior and junior level. Teachers or pupils who want to find out more about becoming involved in Moo Crew or entering the Moo Crew competition can visit www.moocrew.ie ; email info@moocrew.ie; or call 01 5224844. You can follow the NDC on Facebook NDCIreland and on Twitter @NDC_ie #moocrew Cheese Up Your Life! is a programme financed with aid from the European Union to showcase the quality and versatility of cheese and how easily it can be incorporated into our lives. Pictured above are Derval O'Rourke (centre) is pictured with Oilibhear Woodward age 7 and Sorcha Woodward age 4 at Airfield Farm for the launch of Moo Crew 2016. [Patrick Bolger]

ICSA president Patrick Kent has re-iterated his calls for Ireland to do everything possible to block a Mercosur deal involving the concession of tariff rate quotas. Speaking in advance of Monday’s Farm Council meeting in Luxembourg, Mr. Kent said that the current agricultural outlook in Europe was bad enough “without adding fuel to the fire.” “A deal at a time when farmers across Europe are already feeling the pressure due to price volatility in all commodities and the knock-on impact of the Russian ban would be reckless and irresponsible. It must be understood that the Russian ban on pig imports has also caused a general depression for beef prices across most EU states.This in turn is impacting live exports as well as beef prices adversely.” “ICSA is calling on the EU Commissioner for Agriculture and the Farm Council to come out with a very strong and resolute position to ensure that EU Trade Commissioner Cecelia Malmstrom understands that she has absolutely no mandate to sacrifice the EU beef sector.” “It is essential that she is left in no doubt about the fact that concessions on tariff rate quotas, which essentially opens the floodgates to ultra-cheap South American beef imports would be precisely that – the sacrifice of the EU beef sector. Ireland is especially exposed as a country relying on trade within the EU. What is the point of the European Union at all if there is access without significant tariffs for far away countries which do not have to deal with EU standards and regulations?” “It is also clear that opening the gates to extra beef imports from South America would make a mockery of all the pious aspirations of the EU on climate change.Two key examples include the millions of air miles implied in such imports and the pressure on the Amazon rain forest which is implicit in any move to encourage further expansion of the Brazilian beef sector.” “Regardless of the impasse on Government formation, Minister Coveney, Minister Bruton and the Taoiseach need to stand by the Republic on this issue and put every possible effort into fighting for the future of the beef sector. We have already waited over 40 days for a new government; we can wait a few more days while the acting cabinet involved prioritise saving our beef sector.”

Brexit would hit farmers and agri-food sector - MEP Kelly FARMERS and the Irish-UK agri-food sectors would be negatively impacted by a “Brexit” or exit by the UK from the European Union, according to Ireland South MEP Seán Kelly. “The UK is Ireland's largest export market for food and drink. In 2013, the UK bought half of our total beef exports. 42% of Irish food and drink exports, worth €4.1 billion, also went to Britain that year, according to the Department of Agriculture.

“But it is a two-way street. Ireland is just as important to the UK. In fact, the UK exports more to Ireland than it does to China, India and Brazil combined. We are the UK’s fifth largest market.We buy more British food and non-alcoholic drinks than any other country - €3.6 billion worth in 2012 alone. “A Brexit would create a great deal of uncertainty as to future trading terms and regulations between the two neighbouring countries, though the Irish government

would do its utmost to support Irish exports in that eventuality.” Mr. Kelly also pointed to a study released by the UK-based National Farmers Union (NFU) which found that farmers there would lose out by as much as €34,000 (£27,400 stg) a year if the UK votes to leave the EU, unless new national taxpayer subsidies are put in place to bolster farm incomes. EU subsidies to the UK are worth about €3 billion a year at current levels.

“Trade, business, jobs and growth are all incredibly important considerations for those eligible to vote in the UK referendum on EU membership on June 23rd,” said Mr. Kelly said, a member of the European Parliament's International Trade Committee. “Since its foundation, the EEC and now the EU has supported farmers in their work to put food on our tables. Ireland and the UK joined the very first accession to the Union in 1973 in order to continue

and strengthen our trading partnership. “The EU has since grown to 28 Member States and a Single Market of 500 million citizens. The Union has always been a work in progress, but the UK would be better able to achieve reforms by working alongside other Member States, like Ireland, from within the EU.” Irish citizens living in the UK will be entitled to vote in the UK's referendum on EU membership on June 23rd.

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Hampered supply leads to moderate fall in agricultural land values in the first quarter of 2016 IRISH agricultural land values dipped by 0.5% in the opening quarter of 2016, following a moderate fall of 0.2% during the final quarter of 2015. This compares with growth of 1% in quarter one of 2015. According to the analysis carried out by Sherry FitzGerald Research, the average price of farmland in Ireland stood at approximately €9,750 per acre at the end of March, on par with values recorded in the opening quarter last year. Fluctuations continue across the various regions; land values are mostly trending downwards with the exception of two regions, most notably the Midlands, which witnessed modest upward price movement of 0.7% in the quarter and 3.4% year on year. Furthermore, values in the Mid-East region grew by 0.4% in the three month period. In contrast, the Mid-West recorded a 1.9% reduction in the average price of farmland in the quarter, followed by the Border region at 1.5% and the South-West at 1.4%. Notably, the Border region witnessed a fall in all types of land values in the three months to March 2016. The opening quarter of 2016 saw a slight dip in prices in all of the three main

types of land. Prime arable land values witnessed the largest fall in the quarter of 0.7%, to stand at approximately €11,600 per acre. Prime grassland values fell by 0.5% and marginal grassland, 0.3%. While large parcels of land in Ireland, 100+ acres which include a residence, witnessed a moderate decline in average values during the first quarter, such parcels were 1.4% higher year on year. This rise is most notably driven by price inflation in the South-East. Commenting on the market, Roseanne De Vere Hunt, Sherry FitzGerald said, “Land prices fell back this quarter, largely due to hampered supply levels on the market. Following what was one of the wettest winters on record, most land sales have been delayed until late April/May. Prices are expected to stabilise in the coming quarters due to an anticipated increase in stock coming to the market.” Commenting on land in the better-performing Mid-East market, Padraig Sherry, Sherry FitzGerald Sherry, Dunshaughlin said, “Demand for agricultural land is somewhat stronger in Co. Meath, supported by limited supply and pent-up demand from neighbouring farmers, investors and recreational land users. Due

READER’S QUERIES Question: Earlier this week I received maps and part of a Basic Payment Scheme application form in the post. The land parcels on the map appear to have all been changed since last year even though my land has stayed the same and to my knowledge I have not had an inspection. There is no front cover on my application form either. What is going on here at all? I am rather confused. Can you please advise? Answer: This answer is rather simple.You must have joined GLAS since last year. All Basic Payment Applications from GLAS participants must be submitted online this year and all BPS applications must be submitted online by 2018. Therefore the front cover of the application was purposely left off to prevent GLAS participants from trying to post them. You should have received a single sheet letter in the post in the recent past to notify you of this change. The changes to the maps are again to do with GLAS as part parcel actions have been re-digitised into new parcels. However one should check that the area of land has not been reduced below that required to draw down all of your BPS entitlements. For the next step the choice is yours.You can either contract an agent to submit the application online on your behalf or if you feel confident and are willing to accept liability for any losses due to errors made by you on the application then you can submit the application online yourself. Either way, don’t dwell on it too long as the current closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday, May 16th next. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Farmers thinking of buying in cattle to qualify for the 7 month retention rule under the ANC scheme should consider purchasing by May 1st if they wish to sell on by the end of November.

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to the close proximity to Dublin, demand for small plots of approx. 15-20 acres from both local and Dublin-based clients has increased. Small plots can vary from €10,000 per acre up to as high as €15,000. In terms of larger blocks of 100 acres upwards, demand has increased from both domestic and overseas investors who see agricultural land as a safe haven for investment. Large commercial sized holdings can achieve €12,500€15,000 per acre, depending on if there are outbuildings on the farm or not.” When analysing sentiment in the marketplace at present, almost half of surveyed respondents regarded activity levels to be somewhat stable in the opening quarter. Furthermore, the past twelve months have seen a rise in the share of respondents reporting a decrease in activity, standing at 33% in the opening quarter. In contrast, just 12% reported an increase in activity over the three month period. It appears unlikely that the agricultural land market will experience the same level of price growth that was evident in 2015, due to more cautiousness in the marketplace, coupled with reduced activity stemming from a reduction in supply.

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 11/4/’16 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 26.8 4.60 3.25 2.04 4 471 230 1,500 28 31

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 26 4.29 3.36 2 5 & 5 Silage 397 158 750 30 25

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Cows out full time on grass with no silage • Spreading 3⁄4 bag Urea on grazing ground this week. • Weighing calves this week. Any calf between 90 - 100 kgs will be weaned and put out to grass if weather allows. Kilmacow, Kilkenny • Second round started 8th April. • 5kgs meal and 5kgs silage fed this week in order to allow grass to regrow. • Cows housed on wet days over the weekend to avoid damage. • Thin cows on OAD. • All cows are tail painted.

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Teagasc FERTILISING FIRST CUT SILAGE The grass growing season is behind at present but silage fields will have to be closed up over the coming days / weeks to ensure sufficient grass silage come harvest time. Grass silage has a large nutrient demand and adequate N, P & K is essential for maximising grass yield and producing sufficient winter feed. Soil pH - Maintain soil pH at 6.3 to 6.5 for optimum grass production. The correct pH is essential to maximise the availability of N, P and K in the soil. Nitrogen (N) is the key driver of grass yield. Grass swards with high levels of perennial rye grass will use N more efficiently than older swards. Recently reseeded swards (0-3 years) will have 25% higher N demand, especially when reseeded after a tillage rotation. A crop of grass silage (5t/ha of DM) will require 125 kg N/ha (100 units/acre). Grass silage will take up on average 2.5kg/ha/day of N (2units/day), therefore apply N at least 50 days before cutting to ensure full N utilisation. Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) are essential to maximise grass yields therefore adequate supply of these nutrients in the soil is critical. Consult the most recent (3 to 5 years) soil test reports to determine the P and K requirements (in organic manure and fertiliser) for silage fields. A crop of grass silage will remove approximately 4kg P and 25kg K /tonne of grass DM. Organic manures are an effective source of N, P & K and can provide a large proportion of crop P and K requirements at relatively low cost. Table 1 shows the Available N, P & K content for a range of organic manures.

Cattle slurry is the most common manure applied to silage fields and can vary in nutrient content depending on its dry matter (DM) content. Diluting cattle slurry with water is beneficial for ease of agitation and can help to improve the N availability in the slurry, however it will also dilute the P and K content of the slurry (i.e. a larger quantity of diluted slurry will be needed to supply the same levels of P and K as undiluted slurry). Table 1 shows the N, P & K values for normal and dilute cattle slurries at different DM %. It is important to take account of slurry DM content to reduce the risk of under fertilising silage crops. The slurry hydrometer is a tool than can be used to assess the DM% of slurry helping you to predict the nutrient content more accurately. For example 3,000 gallons/ac of good quality cattle slurry (7% DM) will supply sufficient P and K levels to grow a crop of grass silage. Table 2 shows the recommended rates of N, P & K at different soil P & K indexes (1 to 4) required for 5t/ha grass dry matter (10 tonnes fresh grass / acre).

1 Index 1 & 2 soils apply P & K balance advice to build soil P & K levels to after grass for example as 24-2.5-10 / 0-7-30 2 Index 4 soils omit P for 2/3 years & retest, Index 4 K omit for 1yr and revert to index 3 advice thereafter until next soil test. 3 Urea can replace CAN as main N source. Light rain (up to 10mm) before or after application will reduce N losses from urea. 4 For older swards with lower yield potential reduce N, P, K by 25kg N, 4kgP & 25kg K per tonne of grass dry matter (DM) 5 Check farm fertiliser plan to comply with legislative nutrient limits. Timing of N, P & K application: Apply crop N, P & K requirements when closing silage fields in early apply April. Where cattle slurry is applied, delay the top-up fertiliser applications for 1 week. In wetter soil conditions fertiliser N can be split 50:50 for example 50% in early April and the remainder 7 to 10 days later to reduce the risk of N losses. Building Soil P & K in silage fields: Apply additional P and K (soil build-up rates) to index 1 and 2 soils after 1st cut silage to or in late summer. For example 16% P or 50% K or 0-7-30 are very suitable fertilisers for building soil P&K levels to the target index 3 over a number of years. Slurry / FYM can replace fertiliser where available. Don’t forget Sulphur (S): Sulphur deficiency is most likely on light sandy / free draining soils with low soil organic matter. Current research shows that S deficiency is not just confined to light textured soils and S deficiencies are occurring on heavy textured soils in early Spring. Grass silage crops have a requirement of 20kg S/ha per cut. The application of S to soils where it is required will improve grass DM yields and quality as it helps to maintain an optimum N:S ratio and N will be used more efficiently. Apply S with the main N split as N +S (e.g. CAN +S / Urea +S). IMPORTANT EVENTS Teagasc/Irish Farmers Journal BETTER Farm Beef Programme Conference: The second phase of the Teagasc/Irish Farmers Journal BETTER Farm Beef Programme has just been completed and this conference will present what has been learned over the last 3 years from the experiences of these farms applying the proven practices of beef farming. It will take place in the Tullamore Court Hotel on Tuesday, April 19th, 1.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Topics for discussion are: Summary of end of Phase 2 of the programme; Key changes in grassland management, breeding & health made on the farms; How profitability improved as the beef farms adopted new practices; Interview session with some of the participating farmers in the BETTER Farm Beef Programme. All are welcome. Teagasc Glanbia Dairy Monitor Farm Walk: A Teagasc Glanbia Dairy Farm Walk will take place on the farm of Brendan Phelan, Ballykillaboy, Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny on Thursday, April 21st at 11.00 a.m. The Phelan farm is milking 140 Jersey cross cows on 82 ha and plans to increase to 170 cows over the next 3 years. The topics for discussion are long term financial planning, current cash flow management, planning good roadway, water and paddock infrastructure. All are welcome.

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Active management is essential to get the best returns from your forest! TEAGASC, in association with the Forest Service, DAFM and the Waterford Forest Owners Group, is organising a forest walk on Tuesday 19th April. The focus of this forest walk will be on the first thinning of nearby conifer and broadleaf plantations. At this event, forestry experts from Teagasc and the Forest Service will explain why it is essential to thin your forests whenever possible. If you wish to attend this forest walk, please meet in the car park of the Holy Cross Church in Stradbally at 11am sharp on Tuesday 19th April. The Meeting point will be signposted from the R675. The forest walk will take approximately 2 hours.

John Casey, Forestry Adviser with Teagasc explained why timely management is so important, “If a forest is not well thinned, both current and future timber revenue is likely to be compromised. Forest owners need to take an active role in the management of their forests to maximise future timber revenue. After all, it is the owner that will benefit financially from well looked after trees!” He added “Many farm forests planted in the early to mid-nineties now require thinning. Thinning is a time-critical forestry operation to improve the quality and value of the timber crop and to maintain good forest health. Thinning intensity and the

resulting timber assortments can have a huge impact on profitability.” This forest walk is aimed at landowners who have plantations approaching stage in the next few years and at landowners whose crops are ready for thinning now (15-20 years old). The co-operation of the landowner and the Waterford Forest Owners Group are gratefully acknowledged. This is an outdoor event so it is advisable to bring appropriate raingear and footwear. All are welcome and the event is free. To find out more, please contact John Casey, Forestry Development Officer with Teagasc on 087-2242283 or visit www.teagasc.ie/forestry.

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MONDAY 11th APRIL,2016 DRY COWS 1 A.A. 660 kgs. made €1,145. 1 Fr. 690 kgs. made €1,000. 1 Fr. 700 kgs. made €1,025. 1 Fr. 730 kgs. made €1,050. BULLOCKS 4 Char. 621 kgs. made €1,380 each. 4 Char. 577 kgs. made €1,345 each. 5 Lim. 435 kgs. made €1,025 each. 4 A.A. 421 kgs. made €955 each. 4 A.A. 456 kgs. made €1,060 each. 7 Her. 327 kgs. made €750 each. HEIFERS 1 Her. 580 kgs. made €1,185. 2 Her. 565 kgs. made €1,165 each. 2 A.A. 507 kgs. made €1,000 each. 4 A.A. 420 kgs. made €955 each. 3 Her. 303 kgs. made €650 each. Special entry for Monday next, 18th April, 2016 – 6 Pedigree Bulls – 3 Aberdeen Angus, 2 Hereford and 1 Limousin. For Mr. Kieran Kingston, Drimoleague, Co. Cork.

Launch of Dungarvan Show 2016 DUNGARVAN Show would like to invite anyone interested in becoming involved in the Show to a launch on Wednesday, 20th April, at 8.00 p.m. in The Park Hotel. The Show now in its 99th year and celebrating a huge 100 year milestone next year would greatly welcome new members / 'friends of the Show' to offer new ideas, explore and develop new opportunities to ensure the continued success of the Show as a major event in the county and plan towards a 100th year celebration next year.

John Casey, Forester Teagasc; David Connors, Chairman Waterford Forest Owners Group; Colin Greaney, Forester Irish Wood Producers (IWP) at the recent AGM. The IWP is a not for profit company managed by private forestry owners to support almost 650 members with the sustainable management and development of their forestry. On Tuesday, 19th April, FOREST WALK will be held in Stradbally at 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. We will visit a forest which was first thinned November 2015, see progress since and an update on forestry issues. A breakdown on cost of harvesting this forest and the breakdown on method of payment will be available on the day. Meet in the Holy Cross Church car park, Stradbally at 10.45 a.m. All forest owners welcome, any queries to Tom (Secretary) on 087-9386209.

Dairy income measures needed - DEASY WATERFORD TD John Deasy says further urgent measures are needed to help relieve the income pressure on dairy farms. Following the abolition of quotas just over a year ago, February CSO figures showed a 37% increase in production by the sector compared to 12 months previously. “However, milk prices have fallen by 20% since February 2015 due to a combination of global factors, and Irish farmers, many of whom have invested significantly, are struggling to cover the cost of production,” Deasy says. The average February milk price was 24.68c/litre – down from 30.77c/l (also incl. VAT) in March 2015. And short-term indicators look to be static. With the imminent phased payment of superlevy fines for 2015 set to further impact farmers’ cashflow, Deputy Deasy contacted the Department of Agriculture to see if there was any scope to postpone these instalments for another 12 months in the hope that market conditions can improve. Secretary General Aidan O’Driscoll informed him that Irish officials “pushed strongly” for a possible deferral to 2017-18 during discussions in the run-up to the March Council of Agriculture Ministers. However, Brussels had “rejected” this prospect on legal and regulatory grounds. “While we suggested alternative arrangements

it was clear that the proposal enjoyed very little support from other Member States and therefore was not likely to succeed,” the Sec-Gen added. That means the “optimum repayment model” agreed with farming groups and at government level – 10 equal instalments from May to September in 2016 and 2017 – will proceed as planned. Nationally some 3,672 farmers (of the 6,109 who incurred the levy) availed of this penalty repayment option; amounting to €35.6m out of a total national levy liability of €71.2m. The exchequer has already forwarded the money to the EU. It will be repaid by farmers on an interest-free basis by way of deductions from monthly milk cheques covering the peak months of April to August. Co-ops will in turn send these monies on to the Department. Last week the IFA called on co-ops to desist from any more milk price cuts given the challenges faced at farm level.The industry is heavily represented on the new national dairy forum – a partnership which Fine Gael TDs Deasy and Michael Creed proposed in order to address postquota uncertainties. The need for meaningful, confidence-building measures to support a sustainable milk price is sure to be on the agenda when the incoming agriculture minister chairs the forum’s next session.

WE would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who attended our quiz last Friday night and made our first event such a success. We would like to say a special thank you to Mono in The Log Cabin for all his help.We hope everyone who attended had as good a night as we did, and hopefully it will be the first of many events. The club will be taking part in a Talent Show in Ardmore Hall at 7.30 p.m. on Friday, April 15th, we will be putting forward a ballad group and a disco dancing group.The club is also hoping to attend the Mr. Personality competition in Kilkenny on April 23rd. The next meeting has been changed and will now take place on Friday, May 6th in The Log Cabin, Ballyduff at 8.30 p.m. As always all new members are more than welcome.

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Time: 11.00 am x Essential broadleaf and conifer management x Forest thinning x Advice on forestry schemes and maximising forestry returns x 1 hour SUD credit For further information, please contactJohn Casey, Teagasc Tel: 087-6184353 email: john.casey@teagasc.ie John Moloney Teagasc Regional Manager Waterford/ Kilkenny

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AD Hoc Chorale are delighted to announce their Spring concert, Strictly Modern Latin, which takes place on Saturday, 23rd April, at 8.00 p.m. in Christchurch Cathedral. In it they showcase some of the new sacred music that’s been composed in the last 30 years or so, most of it in Latin, all of it beautiful. They will sing music by composers such as Ola Gjeilo, Karl Jenkins, Arvo Part, and John Rutter, and Lux Aeterna, a beautiful work by American composer Morten Lauridsen. Don’t miss the chance to hear this award winning choir, with organist Cecilia Kehoe playing the magnificent Elliot organ, under the musical direction of Pamela Harrison, in the wonderful setting of Christchurch Cathedral Waterford.

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Hardcore Henry Review by Victor J. Murphy HARDCORE Henry (HH) is the start of a new way of action movie only seen briefly in the movie Doom (which starred Karl Urban and Dwayne Johnson) and that was done through CGI (computer generated images). Doom of 2005 was based on a video game of the same name. It had a sequence in it, in which the viewer was taken from the typical third person and immersed in a first person action arrangement to mimic said video game. This show, HH, is done without the need of CGI. It uses stunts and open sets to give us the feel of Henry as he battles his way to save Estelle, his wife, all done through the first person. Henry, who is resurrected from death like Lazarus, has no memory. He must discover his identity and rescue his wife from a warlord with a plan to build an army of bio-engineer soldiers. Set in Russia, this film has an 18’s certificate attached to it and rightly so, as it is not for the faint-hearted. Written and directed by the youthful Ilya Naishuller, who to his

credit has written on the TV series Knighthood and Decoy, has taken a simple story and constructed a unique and explosive picture that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. The star for me in this movie is Sharlot Copley know for the films the ATeam and District 9, as he

takes on the role of Jimmy and other characters like Alex Guinness did in the Stanley Kubrick classic Dr. Strangelove. Jimmy is Henry’s guide through this masterpiece of an action movie. I give it 4 blood drenched stars out of 5. Hardcore Henry is out now.

Who is Dervla Murphy? Saturday, 23rd April at 7.30 p.m. HOSTED by Dungarvan Lions Club, in aid of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, with a wine reception from 7.00 p.m. Her adventures led her on a five decade long journey, to every corner of the world, each experience transformed into a successful and enthralling book. Embarking on voyages most people only dream about, she travelled to Tibet, Cameroon, Rwanda, Peru, Ethiopia, Cuba and Siberia, drinking in all she saw with wonder, curiosity, and an astute political sensibility. Detailing her

esteemed professional life, this rousing documentary also airs rare footage of Dervla’s personal life, showing clips of her family home in Lismore, as well as interviews with her daughter Rachel, actor Michael Palin, publisher John Murray, and broadcaster and fellow travel writer Manchan Magan. From Mixed Bag Media, in association with County Waterford Arts Office, Who Is Dervla Murphy? is the winner of Best Documentary at the Waterford Film Festival.

Midnight Special Now Playing DIRECTOR: Jeff Nichols. Starring: Michael Shannon, Joel Edgerton, Kirsten Dunst. Synopsis: A brief look at Midnight Special show us that a father and son go on the run from both the police and a religious fundamentalist group who have

attached their own beliefs to the boy’s superhuman abilities. It’s in these more intimate early scenes that Nichols is most comfortable as they exist within the scale he has made his name in. This motion picture is set to be this Summer’s supernatural blockbuster.

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THE renowned source for photography and film videos online, AdoramaTV celebrates 40 million views and counting - pays tribute to the part played by Nemeton. Adorama, one of the world’s largest photography, video, audio, imaging and electronics retailers, is pleased to announce it has just hit a major milestone with more than 400,000 subscribers to its AdoramaTV YouTube channel. Featuring the latest photography tips, new product reviews, gear guides, tutorials, lighting how-to’s and more, AdoramaTV has something for any visual creator wanting to have more fun and a better experience with their camera. All of Adorama's online content is made at the Nemeton Studios based in An Rinn, where over 300 videos will be produced for Adorama in 2016. “Nemeton has been brilliant to work with" comments Alana Casner, AdoramaTV Director & Digital Strategist, "we are the pre-eminent source for

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CAFÉ Theatre with Crew’s Restaurant this Saturday at 1.00 p.m. Food, glorious food. Come dine and be entertained for lunch! We are thrilled to announce we are bringing “Oliver” to Dungarvan audiences this May! Opening night, May 4th–8th in Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre, 8.00 p.m. start and Matinee show on the 8th. From the team that brought you “All Shook Up,” “Sister Act” and the yearly Dungarvan Town Pantomime! This much loved family musical is packed with well known characters, music, dancing and talent. Tickets on sale in David Walsh Office Supplies and Kelly’s Chemist, Abbeyside (group and family concessions are available). Again this fabulous cast from Lismore! Clonmel! Stradbally! England! and Dungarvan will perform

for the “Dungarvan Festival of Food,” so watch out for “Oliver” characters floating around the town over this weekend! We have lots of new fresh faces who are practising hard to ensure you enjoy this family show. Edmund Spratt as Oliver, Michael Drummy as Fagan, Pat Kinghtly as Bill Sykes, Martine Rogers as Widow Corney, Tom Rogers as Mr. Bumble, John Walsh as Mr. Sowerberry, Aislinn Celisse Morrissey as Mrs. Sowerberry, Fidelma Meaney as Old Sally, Clint Cunnage as Mr. Brownlowe, Dennis Butcher as Dr. Grimwig, Tomas Rogers as The Artful Dodger, Meg Marriot as Charlotte, Patrick O’Dwyer as Noah Claypole, Sarah Norris as Bet and Carol Elstead Thomas as Nancy and a fabulous ensemble of dancers and singers. Since February rehearsals are in full swing in the fabulous purpose built “The

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Daniel to play at Festival of Food THERE is more than one reason to look forward to the Festival of Food as the events associated with the Festival are rich and varied. Among them will be what is already a greatly anticipated concert by our young local pianist, Daniel Kearney, fresh from his latest successes in Dublin and abroad. On the Sunday of the Festival, 17th April, Daniel will play to what should be a packed church at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland at 3.30 p.m. Tickets are €10 from Kelly’s Pharmacy, Abbeyside. This Concert will give this gifted young man an opportunity to perfect his performance in readiness for the upcoming international competition to be held in Tunbridge Wells outside of London, beloved of Queen Victoria as one of her holiday destinations. There, Daniel will be up against the cream of international pianists, as well as the many talented exponents of other disciplines from near and far. In addition to performing some solo pieces at his concert in St. Mary’s, Daniel’s guests will include The Voiceover Choir who too are making a name for themselves in the locality. No doubt they will perform the latest addition to their repertoire, the two 1916 poems which were recently set to music by local musician Finbarr Keohan and which were performed to great acclaim in their own appearance in St. Mary’s before Easter. “I need to start to compete internationally if I am to get my career going,” says Daniel, “and Tunbridge Wells will be a good venue in which to experience the pressures of competition against some of the best talent in Europe and beyond.” “I need this experience if I am to progress, although I am not expecting to walk away with competitive honours this early in my career. I need to make a start and this is it. “Even if I qualify for the Daniel Kearney second round I will be happy

and anything after that will be a bonus. There will be competitions in piano, voice and violin, with all three disciplines competing against each other in the final for one overall winner.” Daniel does not say it, but a good placing in that company is bound to attract the right attention. However, Daniel is going in to this five day competition armed with the valuable experience he gained from performing with the RTE Orchestra around Ireland, an opportunity he gained as a result of winning the national competition last August. “I just finished that tour last month,” he says, “I had five performances, four of them in the RDS in Dublin before an audience of 7,000 each night and one in the Odyssey Arena in Belfast where the audience was 11,000.” Do large audiences worry him at all? “Those crowds were so big, I just had to put them out of my mind and concentrate on performing,” he says, “smaller crowds in more intimate venues can be more daunting, they are such a personal experience. Now, having done those concerts it does not bother me to the same extent, it really does not faze me at all.” Touring with the RTE Orchestra was a valuable and very enjoyable experience, he says, and it has helped him to become more professional in his outlook. As we spoke recently, Daniel was just home from Dublin where he had given an hour’s recital in Christchurch Cathedral. This week, he resumed his normal routine of six or seven hours rehearsal each day interspersed with a swim in the pool, a walk around Abbeyside or just a relaxing hour at home. So, when you have had your fill of rich food in Grattan Square at the Festival, make your way to St. Mary’s where you can relax in comfort and let the gentle music of Daniel’s piano surround you.

Mercyhurst students attend at World War I Memorial PICTURED at the World War I Memorial Wall near Dungarvan Castle last Monday are Students and faculty of Mercyhurst University who attended a short ceremony to mark the addition of the name of soldier, Thomas Weston, the 1135th name to be inscribed thereon. They attended at the invitation of Deputy John Deasy who was one of those instrumental in having the monument erected three years ago and in their presence, David Kiely, of Kiely Monumental Works, Dungarvan

supervised the inscription of the new name. The monument has drawn many visitors and relations of those who are commemorated there and there is hardly a moment when there is not a visitor at the wall, sitting on one of the seats or standing with head bowed and hand on the name of a family member or friend. As part of their curriculum in Dungarvan, the Mercyhurst students are studying the Irish involvement in the First World War and its effects at home. Upwards of 200,000 Irishmen

fought in the conflict with almost 50,000 deaths, at least 1,105 of them in Waterford County and City. Deputy Deasy, an Alumnus of Mercyhurst thought it would be a memorable experience for the visitors to be present at the inclusion of Thomas Weston’s name. “I thought that being present here and seeing this wall would personalise their experience and better help them understand what they are studying here in Dungarvan.

“When Thomas Weston’s name was brought to our attention, we checked the records and found that he lived in Rathgormack for some time, although it is not known precisely where he died.” Deputy Deasy identified some local people on the wall and pointed out the names of the three Shine brothers who were born just across the harbour. Also inscribed are the names of the youngest and possibly the oldest military casualties of the

war on the Allied side. “Private John Condon from Waterford City was just fourteen when he was killed in a gas attack in Flanders,” John told the students, “and also commemorated is 83 year old Field Marshal Frederick Roberts. There are five women remembered here, three of them nurses who lost their lives when hospital ships were sunk.” However, no rank or other designation is attached to any name on the wall with the principle of equality in death

being applied. Dr. Arthur Mills, Mercyhurst University who is teaching the students about World War I thanked Deputy Deasy for the invitation to be present and personalising the subject for the students and giving them such a local insight and memorable experience for their course. Also present on the occasion were Dr. Gerard Tobin, Mercyhurst University and Gertie Murphy Dungarvan Liaison with the students.

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Ideal conditions for night two of the Mason Financial Colligan Running League ROUND 2 of the Mason Mortgages and Financial Services Colligan Spring League (by kind permission of Coillte) took place last Wednesday evening in ideal conditions for running. We got underway at 6.30 – starter on the night was once again league sponsor Mark Mason. 84 participants took part on the night, 15 completing the two laps, 16 ran the 5 mile flat course which is 3½ laps of the wood and road and finally 53 took on the challenging 5 mile hill route. This league is now halfway through with two nights remaining Wednesday, April 13th and 20th, so why not come along and give it a go for yourself. Come along to the club van around 6.15 and we will get you started. Please note you have to run all four nights to be included in the league tables GENTS TO THE FORE ON 2 LAP CHALLENGE Week 2 and Noel Hogan leads the way for the second week running finishing in 19:25 followed again this week by Michael Moynihan clocking 20:54 with a change in 3rd place Gerry Cummins finishes his run in 21:15 – well done to the top 3. Michael Tutty hit 25:00 on the button and will look to dip under in the next two

weeks. Zoey Walsh and Judy Hanrahan kept each other company and were just over 29 minutes clocking 29:05 and I’m sure will also aim to know off those few seconds! Well done to every athlete who ran the 2 lap challenge. MICHAEL RYAN IN A CANTER ON THE FLAT The 5 mile flat had Michael Ryan finish first in a very fast time of 32:40 and was pushed all the way by James Whelan who was just 10 seconds behind in 32:50. Kate Veale knocked 20 seconds off her first week’s time to finish 3rd in a great time of 35:53. Well done to the top 3 finishers. Kevin Casey had a great run in 36:26 as did Angeline Drennan in 38:40 and Amanda Mansfield clocked 44:17. Well done to all. TIME IMPROVEMENTS ON THE HILLS IN COLLIGAN This week again this league was by far the biggest entry of the night and had four more athletes this week take on the challenge of the hills! There was no change in the top 3 this week with Kevin Kenneally leading the way home in 31:40 followed by Mossie Keogh in 31:52 and 3rd was Cian O’Riordan in 32:25. Well done to the top 3 again this week. There was 8 athletes who completed the course in under 35 minutes –

Alan Kinsella, John Leahy, Shane O’Riordan, Yev Chizhikov, Dermot Donovan and our top 3. So a big well done to them in what is a very tough 5 mile! Jim Fleming had a great run hitting 39:00 on the button and just slightly the wrong side of the clock and something to aim for over the next 2 weeks were Ray Hahesy 36:07, Liam Costin 39:01, Ann Dunford 42:02, Eamonn Curran 45:15 and Sharon Higgins 47:10. On the right side of the clock was Gerry O’Connor in 40:58, Denise Nugent and Karen Ryan 41:53, Catriona Kiely 44:55 and Gillian Ormond 50:52. Geraldine Barry and Catherine Condon pushed each other to the line and managed 51:55. SPONSORS AND THANK YOU Once again thanks to Mark Mason of Financial, Barrack St., Cappoquin for his kind sponsorship and also for his attendance at the league each night. Also a massive thank you to Coillte for the use of this great local amenity which as always is a great location to run in. As always thank you to Shirley who took the entries and recorded the finishers to our stewards Michael, Gerry and John. Thanks to Ray who looks after the tables for the league and Sharon on notes.

Ted O’Leary and Terri Gough run in Connemara

Carrick-on-Suir Athletic Club Road Runners Series 2016

CONGRATULATIONS to club members Ted O'Leary and Terri Gough who completed the difficult Connemara ultra marathonTed and full marathon Terri last Sunday morning in atrocious conditions. The ultra for Ted was held over the 50k or 39.3 miles distance. Ted ran a controlled steady paced race to come home in 5.50 just outside his finishing time in the same event last year, (5.45). This gave Ted 29th place overall from the large field of 139 finishers, also at the same venue a big well done to Terri Gough who ran the full marathon which she completed in a time of 6.29 another one down Terri it won't be long now before the big one, it's a coming down the track? Great running all round.

OUTFIELD SPORTS-3 COUNTIES CHALLENGE Race 1 - Friday, April 22nd Faugheen 5k. Race 2 - Friday, May 6th Tom Jordan Memorial Portlaw 5 mile. Race 3 - Friday. June 3rd Deadmans 5 Race 4 - Friday, July 8th Rathgormack 5 mile. Race 5 - Friday, July 29th Piltown 10k.

Aglish Fun Run raises over €5,000 THE recent Aglish fun run/walk organised by Ann and Liam O’Donnell and their team in Aglish has raised €5,016 for The Children's Hospital, Crumlin. A brilliant amount of money raised for a most worth cause. Well done Aglish take a bow.

Sympathy WEST Waterford Athletic Club extend sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Willie Rossitter, 4 McCarthy Ville, Abbeyside who passed to his eternal reward last weekend. May he rest in peace.

Club Training - New Group NEXT week we welcome the graduates of our ‘Let’s Run’ programme to our regular club training sessions. After 8 weeks of hard work and consistent training they went from walking / jogging to completing the Ballinroad 5k on Friday night. This group is not exclusively for those who have completed the Let’s Run programme but is aimed at anyone who has

done a small bit of running and would like to step up to the next level. If you know of anyone that might be interested in this then please pass on the info to them. They are welcome to come along and try a couple of sessions before committing to club membership. As with all our training groups there is online support group access, weekly

training session and a weekly training plan for those who wish to use one. This group will focus on shorter distances with the aim being to be able to run further and faster for GSK 5 mile in August. Claire and Jim will continue to lead this group and registration is from 6.15 pm in the Friary. Cost is €3 per session.

Pictured are members of the West Waterford AC "Let’s Run" group ready to take part in last Friday evening’s MTS Media Ballinroad 5k.

Pictured is sponsor Mark Mason with league participants Kate Tobin, Mary Hogan, Margaret Whelan and Lorna Murphy at last week's Mason Financial Colligan League.

John Twomey and Liam Costin pictured with sponsor Mark Mason at last week's Mason Financial Colligan League.

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100 Years – 100 athletes – 100 marathons AFTER a very successful launch on Easter Monday our thoughts are now firmly on training and kick-starting your marathon challenge and journey. We have invited Gerry Duffy, motivational speaker and bestselling author who has completed some amazing sporting feats, including 32 marathons in 32 days, completed and won the Deca Enduroman UK challenge of

completing 10 Ironman distance events in 10 days. Gerry will be providing insight and inspiration for you to achieve your marathon goal in 2016. Gerry will give you with the tools to set your goals and the inspiration and motivation to achieve them. If you are debating whether or not you have what it takes to step up to the marathon distance or to achieve a new PB

then this talk is for you. This event will take place in June (most likely on a Wednesday) with the final date to be confirmed shortly. A nominal fee of €5 to cover some of the cost will apply. The balance will be paid from our Long Term Athlete Development fund. For further information contact Irene on (086) 8242348.

Seamus and Albert’s walk the walk Dublin Marathon Group A WALK the marathon group is being set up by Albert McGrath and Seamus O Droma as part of the clubs 100 athletes marathon group. The group will start Dublin

marathon walking training this Wednesday evening, April 13th at 5 pm from Dungarvan Sports Centre Quann's (behind parish church). This group will cater for all levels

so don't have any worries about pace or times or anything else this group will have a warm welcome for you. See you Wednesday at 5. Bring a friend!!!

The Minnie’s Bar Fit4Life Running League THE Minnie’s Bar sponsored Running fit4life league which will be held in St. Augustine’s College (by kind permission) starting on Thursday, April 28th continuing for seven more Tuesday evenings after that finishing on 16th June. This has always proved to be a most popular and successful league and it’s absolutely ideal for newcomers and for those that have only recently taken up running as well as our regular seasoned runners. The beauty of this league is the choice and the variety on offer. It’s held in the grounds of the Friary College and runners can opt for one, two, three or four laps of the grounds. Each lap is 1.2 miles and so depending on your ability you choose whichever is most suitable for you. It’s also possible to change as some people may start the league running one lap and after a few weeks they may be capable of running more and so can change to the two or three lap course and it’s not unheard of for some

people to go from one lap and to finish the league running four laps. We will keep you updated over the coming weeks with more information on the league but for now pencil in Thursday night, April 28th the first night of the league. The league begins at 7 pm each night and the entry fee each night is just €2. All those over the age of 14 are very welcome to come along. For further details on this league and all club activities log onto www.westwaterfordathletics.or. Or catch us on face book. Dates for the Minnie’s Running League: Thursday, April 28 Thursday, May 5 Thursday, May 12 Thursday, May 19 Thursday, May 26 Thursday, June 02 Thursday, June 9 Thursday, June 16.

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22nd Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2016

"We have lift off" with the MTS Broadband Ballinroad 5k race THE 22nd year of the club’s Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series of road races got off to the best possible start last Friday evening when the 3rd Annual MTS Broadband Ballinroad 5k was held. The event again this year was organised in association with Ballinroad AFC with proceeds from the race donated to raise funds for the building of their Astro pitch which they are currently raising finance for. The new facility is almost complete at this stage and will be a huge asset to the Ballinroad club and community at large going forward. Both clubs put in a great amount of work pre-race for the event and this paid dividends as a huge field of 330 runners and well over 100 walkers took part despite the inclement weather all day it just about cleared up for the race itself which was most welcome so it’s a huge well done to everyone who came along to make the event such a great success and we couldn't have asked for a better start to the Ger Wyley Sports/Skins summer series. At the club we try and cater for all levels at our races by having different prize structures and mixing things around a bit so for last Friday evenings event we gave the top 5 men and women prizes and then presented 30 spots to everyone else in the race its encouraging for us to see that the athletes are supporting our efforts as we always try to give good value races which importantly cater for all levels, a well marshalled safe course and most important a friendly cuppa after. Our sincere thanks to all who helped with the race especially our loyal overall series sponsor Ger Wyley and SKINS and our race sponsor Jamie Moroney of MTS Broadband for supporting our club event and Jamie was available on the night to

present the winners with their prizes. To all our stewards who once again did a terrific job on the night. To Conor, Jamie and crew on traffic management duty another splendid job, to our registrars and timing personnel, finishing area team to those who looked after the Tea and food, Liam O’Donnell on van duty, John Coleman of DC Images for his brilliant snaps, and to Dungarvan Rugby Club for the use of their club grounds for parking. To all at Ballinroad Soccer Club a big thanks and well done to you for your efforts, keep up the great work the club is doing for the Ballinroad community. Finally, to you the runners and walkers thank you for supporting our efforts in trying to bring good value, fun filled running to all. See you all again in 2017. A minutes’ silence was observed by the field of runners before the start of Friday evenings race in a mark of respect on the passing recently of one of the clubs sponsors David O'Riordan of Slateway's, Dungarvan. May he rest in peace. BARRY KEANE GUN TO TAPE WINNER Youngster Barry Keane who is still a junior athlete made a huge step forward in his runner career to when taking a gun to tape victory in last Friday evenings Ballinroad 5k. Barry who is a member of Waterford AC broke away from the start line going straight to the front giving a brilliant running display that no other athlete in the large field of runners could match. Barry clipped through the first 1k mark in a fast 3.10 with West Waterford's Damien Murphy some 30 metres behind and trying to chase down the early leader. Further back another 20 metres were a group of 5 battling it out going through the 1k. Passing the 2k mark in

6.15 Barry had slightly opened the gap to about 40 meters with Murphy still trying to get on terms with the city athlete. On the turn at Clonea beach and passing the 3k mark where Barry clocked 9.25 and it was pretty safe to say at this stage that there was only going to be one outcome to this race as he was now 50 metres clear of Damien Murphy who likewise had drawn well away from the chasers who were battling it out for that 3rd place at this stage. Keane clocked 12.40 passing the 4k marker and was heading for a resounding victory, on crossing the finish line he clocked 15.49 to claim his first win and he proved with a performance like this that he certainly is a young man with a bright future ahead in the sport. Not taking from the performance of Damien Murphy who also had a brilliant run to take that 2nd place in 16.19 a personal best for the Melleray man, so very well done to you also Damien. That battle for third place went to a fast finishing Brian Swaby who is the man responsible for the famed Swaby sessions at Waterford AC. Brian clocked 16.42 with Derek Walsh from Carrick AC taking 4th 16.54 and representing Ferrybank AC Brian Gallagher finished 5th in 17.03. Great running allround on this fast flat course. MEN Barry Keane Waterford AC 15.49 Damien Murphy West Waterford AC 16.19 Brian Swaby Waterford AC 16.42 Derek Walsh Carrick-onSuir AC 16.54 Brian Gallagher Ferrybank AC 17.03 BACK-TO-BACK VICTORY FOR SALLY FORRISTAL In the Ladies race the night belonged once again to Sally Forristal, St. Joseph's AC,

Kilkenny who was to claim back to back Ballinroad victories repeating her feat of 2015 when she also took a resounding win. A very consistent runner, the Kilkenny woman clocked a time of 19.05 last year and this year her winning time was 19.04. The Ladies race was of a high standard with some fine performances recorded by local and travelling athletes alike. The 2nd place athlete came from Tipperary when Aine Roche of Clonmel AC crossed the chip timing matt in 19.22 after a great battle with the 3rd place finisher Suzanne Dallaghan Waterford AC, Suzanne ran a time of 19.35. Having finished 3rd last year West Waterford's Sandra Prendergast settled for 4th in

Winner of race one in the Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series was Barry Keane who is pictured receiving his prize from Jamie Moroney at last Friday evening’s 3rd annual MTS Broadband Ballinroad 5k.

Pictured with race sponsor Jamie Moroney of MTS Broadband are the first 5 finishers at last Friday evening’s 3rd annual MTS Broadband Ballinroad 5k. l-r: Derek Walsh 4th, Brian Swaby 3rd, Barry Keane 1st, Damien Murphy 2nd and Brian Gallagher 5th. this year's race but will be delighted that her time was in and around the same as 2015 when she clocked a

Top 5 lady finishers at last Friday evening’s 3rd annual MTS Broadband Ballinroad 5k. Included is sponsor Jamie Moroney. l-r: Kealy Tideswell 5th, Sandra Prendergast 4th, Sally Forristal 1st, Aine Roche 2nd and Suzanne Dullaghan 3rd.

time of 20.00 and her time for 2016 was 20.04. So well done to Sandra for keeping consistent running. The 5th place athlete was another Clonmel AC lady Kealy Tideswell who ran 20.09. With such a big field of ladies running the race Friday evening it was really encouraging to see so many running the 5k distance for the first time. A big well done to each and everyone one of you whatever your goal was we hope you achieved it. Keep up the good work ladies and we hope to see you throughout the Summer running more of the Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series of road races hosted by West Waterford Athletic Club. LADIES RESULTS Sally Forristal St. Josephs AC 19.04 Aine Roche Clonmel AC 19.22 Suzanne Dullaghan Waterford AC 19.35 Sandra Prendergast West Waterford AC 20.04 Kealy Tideswell Clonmel

AC 20.09 22nd Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series - Race 2 33rd Annual Butlerstown 4 mile road race this Friday, 15th April ON this coming Friday, April 15th we have race number two in this year’s Ger Wyley / Skins summer series, the Butlerstown 4 mile road race starting at 7.00 p.m. Previously this race was held over the 10k distance but the race distance is now changed to 4 miles which is achievable by all. Entries will be taken at the Butlerstown GAA centre. The centre will also be used for parking and of course changing and shower facilities will also be at the centre. All proceeds from the race will be donated to Butlerstown GAA club. The Butlerstown race is always well supported with another

big turn-out expected this year and with the changed 4 mile distance so we hope to see many new faces taking up this attainable challenge in aid of this community cause. The new bypass road circuit will be used again this year but instead of the usual 3.5 laps we will now be running 2 laps. Presentation of prizes and refreshments will be available at the Holy Cross Bar. Prize categories are: 1st 3 Male 1st over 0/40, 45, 50, 55, 60 and 1st Junior. 1st 3 Female 1st over 35, 40, 45, 50 60 and 1st Junior. ENTRY FOR BUTLERSTOWN 4 The following link below can be used for your online entry to the Butlerstown 4 mile. We are urging as many as possible now to help out the organisers by entering the Butlerstown race online, it will save you queuing for an entry and it would be a great help to us organising the race, so if you can please enter online. endurancecui.active.com

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Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org

Waiting for "The Off" at the Pinewood Healthcare sponsored Spring League last Monday night.

Touraneena Runners had over 20 participants in the Ballinroad 5k last Friday night. Well done to each of you, some fantastic times achieved. Back row L-R: Niamh Phelan, Grainne Hallinan, Maeve Redmond, Mark Windross, Sarah O'Callaghan, Olga Conroy, Mush Keane, Katie Buckley, Clodagh Ryan, JP Fitzpatrick. Front row L-R: Lauren Guiry, Claire Fitzpatrick, Michelle Guiry, Mary Walsh and Kate Tobin.

The Pinewood Healthcare sponsored "Touraneena Runners Spring League" 2016 TOURANEENA Runners’ Spring League commences every Monday evening at 7 p.m., but we would recommend that you try to be there ten minutes before the starting time to register. Open to both runners and walkers, the league is based on a handicap basis, ensur-

ing anyone can win. You can join in any week if you wish to and you don’t have to take part in the league.

€2 per night and hi vis is essential. All proceeds are been put towards the construction of a walk/run track around Kirwan Park, to

THIS week the 18-Hole competition made a return. The weather was a mixed bag, with some sunshine coming through the spells of rain. With the 12-Hole competitions finished, there was a need for everyone to step up and open their lungs for those extra six holes. Those that were willing to brave the conditions should be commended and the winter cobwebs are well shaken and cleared out. On another note, the course is holding up quite well for the conditions that it has to deal with which is great considering so many courses are still not fully open yet. A Prize presentation for the first quarter of 2016 of weekly competitions, and the very successful Spring League sponsored by Tallow Area Credit Union will take place on Friday, 15th April at the club house at 7 pm. This is a joint presentation of both men and women prizes. An important EGM will follow. We urge all members to make a huge effort to attend. Sat 9th - Sun 10th April 18 Hole Singles Stableford 1st – Ted O’Leary (8) 36 points; 2nd – John Foley (21) 35 points. Tuesday Bacon 5th winners Frankie Corcoran, Larry Kiely, Peter Whelan 27.5. 16th – 17th April 18 hole

Singles Stableford Sponsored by All Rounder Sports. Due to continued rain this competition lift and clean on fairway only; play as it lies in the rough. Could everyone please ensure to pay their membership fees as soon as possible as they are now overdue. LISMORE LADIES EAST CORK SPRING LEAGUE The last week of the league really shook things up for the teams in contention. Daphne Power's team D pulled out all the stops to pass out Patricia Bolger's Team F. Well done to everyone who took part in a great competition which keeps us going from January to April each year. Our thanks to our sponsor East Cork Oil. Joan Cahillane took home the spoils this week with a fantastic 38 pts, which was no mean feat considering the conditions during the week. Sheila O'Leary was 2nd with an equally impressive 37 pts, and the Lady Captain continues her run of good form by taking 3rd place with 36 pts on the B9. This was also good enough for her to win the overall individual for the league. Well done to all the prize winners. It's time to start getting your phone books out Ladies

and get inviting as we have our first Open of the year on Sunday, 24th April from 11.30 am and on Wednesday 27th April - kindly sponsored by Knockanore Farmhouse Cheese - 3 Ball Ladies Team Event. Week 6 - East Cork Spring League 18 Hole S/ford 3rd April - 9th April: 1st J Cahillane (15) 38 pts; 2nd S. O’Leary (23) 37 pts; 3rd JoJo Tobin (20) 36 pts B9. Final Team placings after 6 rounds: Team D: Daphne Power 417 pts Team F: Patricia Bolger McCarthy - 409 pts Team C: Joan Cahillane 403 pts Team A: Amanda Power 393 pts Team B: Fiona Howard 379 pts Team G: Patricia Lonergan - 309 pts Team E: Betty Joyce - 198 pts Overall Individual Winner: JoJo Tobin 150 pts FIXTURES Sun 10th & Wed 13th April - 18 Holes S/Ford - winter rules. Sun 17th & Wed 20th April - 18 Holes Stroke - Kindly sponsored by Lizzie Briens Foods Placing on the Fairway, play as it lies in the rough. Sun 24th & Wed 27th April - 18 Holes 3 Ball Team Event - Open - Time Sheet will be in operation. There will be a presentation of prizes on Friday, 15th April at 7 pm which will be followed by an EGM regarding Tunnel/Road. FEES All fees are overdue, please send your completed forms and payment to the registrar John McGrath. Thank you.

ensure a safe place for all to exercise. Any queries/suggestions, have no hesitation in contacting Mush on 087 9634993. Touraneena Runners are deeply appreciative to have had Pinewood Healthcare come on board to sponsor the league.

West Waterford Golf Club Junior Scratch Cup. Dermot Drohan, Captain presents the Junior Scratch Cup to the winner, Sam Morrissey. Also included are Diarmuid Horgan, President; Jean Conway, Lady Captain; Conor Sheehan (2nd) and Stephen Spillane (1st Nett). [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Pictured is James Veale, West Waterford Athletic Club, presenting Jason Travers with a cheque towards his European Decathlon championship race this coming weekend in Germany. We wish Jason all the very best of luck.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Al Eile Qualifier Wednesday, 6th April Winner Pat Murray (25) – 36 pts. Club Competition 18 Hole Sfd. April 4th – 10th Cat 1: Austin Spratt (8) 36pts. Cat 2: Padraig Breathnach (14) 40 pts. Cat 3: Liam Leahy (14) 37 pts. Cat 4: Donal O’Brien (20) 37 pts. FIXTURES Monday 11th – Sunday, 17th April – Rd 4 Winter League 18 Hole Stableford. Tuesday, 12th April – All day 9 hole Open competition. Wednesday, 13th April – Al Eile Open Qualifier 18 Hole Stableford. Sunday, 17th April – 1 pm onwards – Costin Family 9 hole Scramble in aid of Waterford Hospice. 2016 SUNSHINE CLASSIC FINAL On Saturday last, 9th April, the Final of the Sunshine Classic took place with the 18 qualifying teams lining out to see who was going to be the 2016 winners. The weather was kind at the start of the proceedings but as the afternoon moved along the day had anything but sunshine to offer with showers of hail and rain. But there was no lack of enthusiasm and excitement as the teams playing in split fourballs set out to capture the fantastic prizes on offer. The testing conditions did not deter the teams from giving it there all and the winners took the prize with a score of 91 points, followed closely by scores of 86, 86, 85, 84, 83. Well done to all concerned in the organisation and running of the Classic. A big thank you to our sponsors Dungarvan Transport and to everyone who played in the Sunshine Classic. We look forward to seeing you back in 2017. The prizes were presented to the winners on Saturday evening in the Clubhouse. Full results of Classic are printed elsewhere on this page and can also be seen on our website. SCRAMBLE IN AID OF WATERFORD HOSPICE The Costin Family invite all members and friends to join them in a scramble/gathering of Margaret's family, friends and golf buddies on Sunday afternoon 17th April. Tee times from 1.30 p.m. to 4 p.m. and teams (3 person) can be booked on sheet on

the notice board or by contacting Gillian in the office (058) 43216. All proceeds are going to the Waterford Hospice and all prizes are being kindly sponsored. LETS GET TOGETHER CLASSIC A Golf Classic in aid of Suicide Prevention will be held in West Waterford on Friday 22nd and Saturday, 23rd April. Contact Paul 087 459 89 60 or ring 058 43216 to book your tee times. Teams of 4, Ladies, Gents or Mixed. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE Unfortunately, due to the weather on Sunday morning Round 4 of our Winter League had to be extended for another week. It will now finish next Sunday, 17th April. This gives all the teams another week to get out and get that score that will help keep their team in the top 16 or maybe lift them into the top 16. So by next Sunday evening we should know the top 16 who will contest the matchplay rounds. Don’t forget to submit your cards for the winter league if you are playing this week. All scores are vital. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE TABLE This is the order of the league table at present: Coolcormack 381, Killeagh 373, Abbeyside 369, Old Boro 369, Clashmore 367, Carrigaline 366, Ballyduff 365, Fr. Twomey’s 364, Old Parish 356, Touranore 354, Silversprings 354, Coolagh 353, Canty 349, Mount Odell 344, Youghal 343, Grange 342, Kinsalebeg 341, An Ghaeltacht 340, Glenbeg 339, Helvick 337. J. B. CARR TROPHY Well done to Sean Wade and his team on their victory over the home team at Gold Coast on Thursday last. We now await the winners of Faithlegg vs Waterford in the next round. Our thanks to Bob and the gang for the customary welcome and hospitality on the day. SOUTH EAST LEAGUE FINAL West Waterford will play East Cork in the final at Dungarvan this weekend. We await confirmation of the day and time. Players will be notified as soon as this becomes available. SATURDAY NIGHT SELL OUT As we go to press it is reported that a major event taking place at

West Waterford Golf Club on Saturday, 16th April is a total sell out. A limited number of tickets may become available on the black market as the ticket touts aim to cash in on the event. Make sure you have a genuine ticket. Watch this space for a full report next week. FEILE FUNDRAISING TABLE QUIZ Brickey Rangers GAA are holding a Fundraising Table Quiz on Friday, 22nd April in West Waterford Golf Club at 9 p.m. A table of four is €40. This is to help raise funds for the Brickey teams who are participating in this year’s Féile so all support is greatly appreciated. TWENTY YEARS A GROWING - 2010 2010 would see Michael Landers take up the Captaincy, Bertie Hallahan continued as President while Marie Curran would Captain the ladies. The winter league final was an all Cork affair with Carrigtwohill emerging victorious over neighbours Killeagh. Edward Hickey’s Belvedere team, unbeaten at county level for three years lost out to Waterford Castle in the county final. Following on the enormous achievements of our senior cup team in 2009 much was expected again this year. John Carroll’s men got the campaign off to the ideal start with victories over Dungarvan, Gold Coast and Tramore to set up an area final with Thurles. Like true champions they came through with flying colours. In the Munster semi final however they suffered a narrow defeat at the hands of Limerick GC. Seamus Power added to his long list of victories by winning the senior scratch cup at Faithlegg. In his final year at East Tennessee State University Seamus continued his winning ways in another highly successful year. To crown his achievements he graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in Accounting and set his sights firmly on the U.S. tour. Senior cup player Philip Walsh won the Captain’s Prize with a score of 135 with guess who, Seamus Power, taking the gross. The President’s Prize went to John Keane with a score of 80 points. This year was to herald the emergence of a new rising star at West Waterford in the person of one Gary Hurley. He played a major part in Ireland’s emphatic win in the Boys Home International played in Scotland. The crowning glory came when Gary was chosen to represent Ireland in the Junior Players Championship at Sawgrass. Consequently he captured the Park Hotel award for August and was awarded the title Munster Player of the Year by the GUI. On the home club front, Tom

Austin Spratt and Jimmy Murphy pictured promoting West Waterford Golf Club at the Dublin Golf Promotion which was held last weekend in the Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport Hotel. Butler won the club singles, Pat and Christy Murphy won the club foursomes, and Michael Landers and Austin Spratt won the club fourball. OUR WEBSITE Just a reminder that the full list of Winter League teams and the results as they stand at present are posted on the club website www.westwaterfordgolf.com. As qualifying round results become available they will be updated and published on the evening of the concluding day of that round. Please note that when checking the ‘find your team’ link you should enter your last name followed by a space and first name. Your team listing in order of handicap can be accessed by clicking on the magnifier to the left of your name. Billy O’Sullivan continues to do a professional job on the site and is always available to update as required. I would recommend that you visit the site and see for yourself what’s happening at West Waterford. RESTAURANT OPEN FOR SUNDAY LUNCH Sunday Lunch at West Waterford is continuing to be a great success to date and wish to thank you all for your continued support. If you haven’t done so already why not come along and relax in the warmth of our bar and restaurant. Sunday lunch is available between 12.30 p.m. and 3 p.m. CONFIRMATION AND COMMUNION MENU AVAILABLE Do you have a Confirmation or First Communion in 2016? If you do then our first communion and confirmation menus are now available. Give us a call on 058 43216 or call into the bar or office at West Waterford to get a copy. We look forward to serving you. LADIES WINTER LEAGUE The Winter league has now reached the final stage, and will

take place over the 11th to 16th April. The teams in the final are: Maine v. Connecticut. 9 hole March kindly sponsored by Joan Ronayne – 1. Mary Herlihy (34) 38 pts.; 2. Nora Flynn (31) 37 pts. (count back); 3. Ger O’Connor (36) 37 pts. 9 Hole April is sponsored by Captain Jean Conway. 18 Hole ongoing continues and is sponsored by Bridget Spratt. INTER-CLUB LEAGUES We wish our Challenge team the best of luck as the take on Gold Coast GC on Saturday, 16th April. The Intermediate Team will be in action on Sunday 24th against Dungarvan Golf Club and the Minor team will play East Cork GC on Sunday 24th. All support would be greatly appreciated. GOLF LESSON FOR BEGINNERS The beginner’s classes have now commenced in West Waterford. Classes are on

Tuesday evening at 7.00 p.m., Wednesday at 10.00 a.m., Wednesday at 6.00 p.m. and 7.00 p.m. All are welcome and for further details contact the WW office 058 43216. SUNSHINE CLASSIC Congratulations to Eithne Ashby, Mary Donnelly, Marie Curran and Ann Laverty who won best Ladies Team in the Classic. SUNDAY, 17th APRIL The Costin Family invite all members and friends to join them in a scramble/gathering of Margaret’s family, friends and golf buddies on Sunday afternoon, 17th April. Tee times from 1.30 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. and teams (3 person) can be booked on sheet on the notice board or by contacting Gillian in the office (058) 43216. All proceeds are going to the Waterford Hospice and all prizes are being kindly sponsored. We sincerely thank all sponsors who include, Tom Curran Hardware, Dalton

Jewellers, An Seanachai Restaurant and Ger Wyley Sports. In conjunction with this scramble, a monster raffle is also being held with some fabulous prizes:1st – Cliff House Hotel – 1 night B & B for two people; 2nd – Dan Linehan’s B & B, Killarney, 2 nights B & B for two people; 3rd – Golf for 4 people at Killeen Championship Golf Course (Irish Open Host); 4th - Golf for 4 at the Ross Golf Course, Killarney; 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th – Luxury hampers and much more. Tickets can be purchased at the Club and again all proceeds to Waterford Hospice. Margaret was one of our very popular members who is greatly missed and the Lady Captain and ladies committee would ask everyone to come out and support the Costin family in this worthy cause by participating in the scramble and purchasing tickets in the club.

Prizewinners in the West Waterford Golf Club Sunshine Classic kindly sponsored by Dungarvan Transport with seated from left: Diarmuid Horgan, Club President; Thomas Horgan, Dungarvan Transport, Sponsor; Winning Team of Declan Mooney, Bill Hanley, Brendan O'Keeffe and Tony Davern; Jean Conway, Lady Captain and Jimmy Murphy, Chairman Organising Committee. Also included is Dermot Drohan, Club Captain. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597 Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net “WE never saw that coming” is the phrase of the week. What a finish to the Masters. But there was money to be made. I’m sure not many people backed Danny Willett before the tournament but young Daniel Gannon is a happy man after drawing Willett in the ProShop Masters Sweep. And if you took the Pro’s advice and backed the “hole in one”, you would have made a few bob as well. It was difficult to take your eyes off the telly unless you were waiting for Jordan to hit a shot. I managed to make a cup of tea, have a wee wee break and paint the spare room while he played the tenth hole on Saturday. Our Master Golfer of the Week goes to the ever popular Patricia Flanagan who shot a brilliant 40 points in terrible conditions on Saturday to take the honours in the Home Alliance Captain’s Prize presented by Maria Ryan. It’s that time of year again when we assemble our squads for teams. Our JB Carr team are in action this week away to Carrick. Our Fred Daly team are also in action at Carrick next Sunday and we wish our teams the best of luck. It’s always an honour to represent your club so stick your name down in the locker room for your relevant panel. The worst that can happen is losing your match. The popular Bridge club

Friday mornings has now ended for the Summer. Great numbers attended every week, and we would like to thank Brenda Cummins for organising the events. Entries are now being taken for the Gents Matchplays. Entry forms are in the locker room and you can enter all three matchplays for €20. Great Value! WATERFORD LADIES GAA GOLF CLASSIC Waterford Ladies GAA Golf Classic a fundraiser for the Waterford Intermediate Ladies Football Training fund takes place at Dungarvan Golf Club this Friday 15th and Saturday, 16th April. Teams of 4 are €120 and the format is 2 scores to count of each hole. You can book your time online www.dungarvangolfclub.com or contact Trish Fitzgerald 086-1664215. LADIES GET INTO GOLF Our Ladies into Golf programme has attracted a fantastic response and we look forward to welcoming the participants to our taster evening this Tuesday, 12th April. Admission is free on the night, so if you are contemplating trying your hand at golf, this is the perfect opportunity. The 8 week programme will include tuition from PGA Professional David Hayes as well as on course and social activities with club members. Equipment will be provided with follow on membership offers so spread the

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Tuesday, 5th April: Open Seniors. 1st: Peter Byrne (21) Williamstown GC (21) 39 pts. Saturday, 9th April: 18 Holes Stableford 1st: Ray Bannon (12) 41 pts. FIXTURES Tuesday, 12th April Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies & Gents. Friday, 15th April: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 16th April: 18 Holes Stableford - Half Sub Competition Sunday, 17th April: Captain’s Drive-In, entries before 9.30 am Tuesday, 19th April: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies & Gents. DEISE LEAGUE The league resumed last weekend when the four teams involved headed to Faithlegg. Goldcoast took on Tramore and shared the

points 6 each, each team winning 3 matches On the Goldcoast panel on the day were: Conan Watt & Lee Crotty, Niall Curran & Dermot Ahearn, John Kiely & Tommy Long, Michael Whelan & Tim O’Driscoll, Andy Travers & Dean Golds, Liam Clancy & Jerome Maye Well done to all on the day. Final and plate final on Saturday, 16th April at 1.30 p.m. in Waterford Castle. CAPTAIN’S DRIVE IN ON SUNDAY, 17th APRIL Paella, Burgers, Sausages etc, that’s what will be available to all players taking part in our Captain’s Drive In on Sunday, 17th April. Our Gent’s Captain, Rafael, who originally comes from Spain, the home of Paella, is arranging to have an expert come along on the day and cook the Paella here in the car park. The Drive-In will be at

word to friends, family and work colleagues. Please contact our Vice Captain Christine O’Keeffe if you are interested in taking your first steps into this great game. Christine can be contacted at 087-6743877. GENTS RESULTS 4th April Open Seniors: 1 Peter Lehane (13) Youghal 41 pts, 2 Rory Fitzgerald (5) Waterford Castle 40 pts. SPAR Open Singles 7th ApriL: 1 John Gough 9 (Slievenamon) 39 pts, 2 Martin Lynch (12) 36 pts, 3 John Norris (16) 36 pts. LADIES RESULTS 9th April Singles: 1 Pat Flanagan (21) 40 pts, 2 Maria Kiersey (35) 39 pts, 3rd June James (20) 36 pts, 4 Maeve Morrissey (18) 35 pts. LADIES HOMES ALLIANCE CAPTAIN’S DAY RESULTS 1st: Pat Flanagan (21) 40 pts; 2nd - Maria Kiersey (Kilmac) (35) 39 pts; Gross – Breda McCarthy (6) 25 gr points; 3rd - June James (20) 36 pts; Past Captain Bernie Hayes (17) 34 pts; 4th Maeve Morrissey (18) 35 pts; 5th – Fidelma Fitzgerald (22) - 35 pts; 6th – Creina O’Sullivan (26) 34 pts; Cat A: Ina Considine (20) 34 pts; Cat B – Orla Sheehan (21) 30 pts; Cat C – Ruth Byrne (30) 31 pts; Front 9: Teresa Hayes (10) 18 pts; Back 9 – Maura Kindregan (20) 21pts. FIXTURES Mon. 11th Open Gents /Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F. Tues. 12th Open Ladies Singles S/F (Eason), Taster Ladies Get into Golf. Thurs. 14th SPAR Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Qualifier - Visitors €15. Saturday 16th Waterford Ladies GAA Golf Classic + Gents/Ladies 18 Holes Singles S/F. Sunday 17th Paul I. Power 10.00 a.m. but entries have to be in before 9.30 am and there will be a rumble and a singles competition immediately afterwards, shotgun start. PREMIER BUTCHERS AT DAWN MEATS WINTER LEAGUE The final will take place on Sunday, 1st May. J. B. CARR Gold Coast played West Waterford in the 1st round of the J. B. Carr which is a tournament for over 60’s. This match took place on Wednesday, 6th April. Unfortunately, we came up against a very strong West Waterford team on the day, who ran out easy winners The panel on the day were: Brian O’Connor & John Queally, Paddy Walsh & Rogie Cashin, Brendan O’Brien & Johnny Burns, Michael Whelan & Frank Waters, Andy Travers & Willie Flavin. Well done to our neighbours West Waterford who now go on to play Waterford in the next round. DUBAI IRISH OPEN PRO-AM COMPETITION Gold Coast have entered a team for this competition and two players (1 lady and 1 Gent) will play in the qualifying round in Dooks Golf Club on Monday, 28th April at

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Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies Competition kindly sponsored by Olivere's Health & Beauty Salon – Front row left to right: Maria Kiersey, Carmel O’Brien, winners; Olivere Lannon, sponsor; Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain; Orla Sheehan, Peggy O’Brien, winners. Back row left to right: Anna Harhen, Breda McCarthy, Ina H. Considine, Colette Power, Mary Phelan, 2nd. [Pat Crowley] Cup (Des Power) Gents Singles Stroke (G.O.Y.). Mon. 18 Open Gents/ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F. Tues. 19 Ladies Singles Stroke (Sam McCauley) G.O.Y. + Walsh Cup. Thurs. 21 SPAR Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Qualifier - Visitors €15. Sat. 23 Gents Singles April Monthly Medal Stroke (D. Hayes PGA)/Ladies Singles S/F. Sun. 24 Open Gents Seniors (4 or less) &Juniors(5-11) Scratch Cups 18 Holes Stroke Blue M. Mon. 25 Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F. PROGRESSIVE 45 Results 7th April winners: Bernie Hayes and Mary Radley, Tom Curran and Pat Curran. Last 5 Vincent and Teresa Hayes. Lucky table: Mary O’Donovan and Kathleen Osbourne. Progressive 45 Every Thursday – All Welcome.

YOUNGONES NEXT COMPETITON 12.30 pm front 9 on Wed. 13th April. SIXTY.COM Next competition 2 p.m. 13th April. Results 6th April: Winner Liam Carroll (19), Paul Vart (23), Reena McDonnell (36), Matt Whelan (26) 291⁄3. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER INCLUDING GOLF LESSON All of us who play know that Golf offers so much more. Not only is it a hobby for life, it offers a social outlet as well as a healthy lifestyle option. It can be therapeutic as well as fun. New members can avail of an Introductory Offer of just €300 including one complimentary lesson from our resident Professional David Hayes. Dungarvan Golf Club is the only members club in the town and our facilities include a Championship course and practice facilities, Bar (with the best pint in town),

Restaurant (with the best steak in town) and Snooker Room, a resident PGA professional and fully stocked Pro-Shop. This offer is for a limited time only and is valid for the 2016 season. An application form can be downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or alternatively contact the office on 058-43310 if you require further information or assistance. PRO SHOP NEWS With the golf season getting underway, our resident PGA professional David has a shop full of the latest equipment and fashion to help you to enjoy your game. All the major manufacturers have new releases and David is always on hand to offer professional advice as well as free custom fitting. Demos are available also. Popular items include lithium batteries, GPS systems and electric trollies. The new Green Lamb range for our ladies is

now on the shelves and won't disappoint. You can find all the new releases as well as special offers on David's website at www.davidhayesgolf.com. JUNIOR NEWS Tuition for our beginners and Prejuniors continues next Saturday at 3 p.m. under the watchful eye of Waterford County Coach David Hayes. Despite the weather we had a great turnout last week. We wish our two teams the very best of luck next Saturday at Ballykisteen as we head west for the Irish Skills Challenge. The Boys team selected is Euan Harrington, A. J. Hayes, Cal Tutty and Rody Morrissey while our Girls team is Caoimhe Reynolds, Maisie Breen, Ciara Whelan Barrett and Aisling Reynolds. Any enquiries relating to Junior activities can be directed to Club Professional, David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net.

12.50 p.m. The winners of the Ladies competition on Easter Monday will join the winner of the Gents competition as the Gold Coast representatives. DRAW FOR GOLD COAST CUP MATCH-PLAY Draw postponed, originally set for last Sunday, date of draw t.b.c. Anyone interested in playing in the Gold Coast Cup Singles match-play should enter their name a.s.a.p Entry fee of €5 must be paid when entering. NEW SCRATCH MATCH-PLAY COMPETITION Draw postponed, originally set for last Sunday, date of draw t.b.c. The draw, which will be carried out on a seeded basis using current handicaps on date of draw. Anyone interested in playing in the Gold Coast Cup Singles match-play should enter their name a.s.a.p Entry fee of €5 must be paid when entering. CLUB MIXED FOURSOMES DRAW This match-play competition draw will take place on Sunday 24th April. Entry fee is €5. Please enter on sheet in kiosk. INTER CLUB MIXED Anyone interested in playing in the inter club mixed match-play should enter their

name up on the board in the kiosk a.s.a.p COMING UP IN APRIL Saturday, 16th April: Saturday Half Sub Qualifier. Sunday, 17th April: Captain’s Drive In, Rumble and Singles. Sunday, 24th April: ViceCaptain’s Prize presented by Brian O’Connor and Mixed Foursomes Draw. Sunday, 1st May: Winter League Final: Dunhill v Dungarvan. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. Kirwan Chemist 13 Hole 2 card Competition. Sun., 17th April, Captain’s Drive In. DUBAI IRISH OPEN PRO-AM The qualifying round of this competition will be held in Dooks GC on Monday, 28th April, and the ladies representative will be Elaine Goss who will be joined by the men’s club winner. CHALLENGE CUP MATCHPLAY Our Challenge Cup team take to the fairways on Sat 16th April with 3 matches taking place on home ground and 2 matches playing in West Waterford GC. Some local support would be appreciated on the day,

we wish all competitors and manager Martina the very best for the first leg of this league. Club sweaters and tee shirts will be available from Friday 15th in the kiosk. OUTING TO TIPPERARY GOLF CLUB All preparations are now in hand for our return trip to Tipperary GC on Sunday, 24th April. A list is posted in kiosk with all information pertaining to the outing, tee times will be from 12 – 1.00 pm, a coach has been arranged for those wishing to avail of it with return fare at €20 per person, leaving Gold Coast at 9.45 a.m. and returning no later than 9.00pm. Last chance to get your name on list for what promises to be a great day out!! CAPTAIN’S DRIVE-IN The date for the Captain’s Drive-In has now been announced and will take place on Sunday, 17th April after which a 3 person team event will take place. Tee time will be 10.00 am with entries in before 9.30 am, we are hoping for a large turnout for this event as we support our Captains to launch us into another year of golf!! INTER-CLUB MIXED Anyone interested in play-

ing in the inter-club mixed match-play should enter their name up on the board in the kiosk a.s.a.p. NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFERS Golf is a very sociable game and a great way of meeting new people, it is the only game that can be played worldwide without a partner as having your name on a time sheet does that for you!! While many of us will never reach international status, we can still represent our club on a national level or just enjoy club competitions and social golf, with this game there is something for everyone!! Ladies, if you would like to play a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we are in the process of combining a very attractive and generous package for new members to include free golf lessons. Club members are available on Friday, 15th April at 6 pm to take out any ladies who would like to try out the game, (clubs will be provided) with refreshments after in the Bunker Bar. We would encourage all our members to invite their friends along on this night. Names are now being taken, for details contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk. (058-44055).

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Electric Ireland Munster Minor Hurling Championship Quarter-Final

Cork’s consistent scoring seals victory Cork ………………… 0-17; Waterford ……………1-10. CORK’S quarter-final win in the Electric Ireland Munster minor hurling championship over Waterford in Walsh Park last Wednesday evening materialised as expected but not with the degree of capability that was originally expected. Indeed, Waterford could have pushed the rebels to the pin of their collar but for an inadequate first half playing with the wind and the loss of some valuable scoring chances when they matched their visitors in general play midway during the second half. It looked as if Stephen Gough’s charges were trying much harder in the second half against the wind than in the first moiety with it, but a lack of belief in combating the favourites gave the winners eight unanswered scores between the 4th and the 22nd minutes in that first period. Waterford led at the short whistle ok by 1-6 to 0-8 and after an early Cork second half scoring raid, the young Deise hurlers were only 0-3 in arrears after 42 minutes, 0-13 to 1-7. But we were wide with a pointed free and then conceded a score from a quickly taken free. In addition, a few 50/50 decisions went against the home side and all of these factors combined to keep the initiative in the court of the winners and see out the match 0-4 winners. Waterford’s best player in the first half was St. Oliver’s Mikey O’Brien and he revelled in the tough exchanges but unfortunately he had to retire in the 35th minute with a recurring leg injury. Cork were not threatening a green flag throughout

and perhaps goalkeeper Billy Nolan could have been utilised to better effect outfield especially for the period the home side were taking the challenge to the winners and with our inaccuracy at times from placed balls. However, Cork won the second half by 0-9 to 0-4 and so there can be no disputing the merits of the Rebels’ victory. They possessed an excellent forward division, pacey and decisive and both midfielders also contributed on the score sheet. Centre forward Matthew Bradley and corner forward Evan Sheehan were particularly on fire contributing an equal share of 0-8 from play while freetaker Josh Beausang ended with a tally of 0-5 (4f). The Waterford defence was under pressure throughout with James Flavin at full back, Mikey O’Brien and Conor Dalton, when introduced, faring best while Eoghan Murray and particularly Cathal Curran held their own around the centre of the field. The Cork half backline dominated winning ball after ball and while four of the Deise attack scored from play, this sector was the Achilles heel of the side. An announced attendance of 2,707 viewed this encounter in bitterly cold conditions with Cork winning the toss and deciding to play against a very strong wind. Waterford received the perfect start when Eoghan McGrath, wearing the incorrect number, sped through the centre of the Cork defence after just 20 seconds to raise the only green flag of the night. It is no surprise that there were no further goals as both teams employed an extra defender, Harry Ruddle for the home team and Eoin

Clifford in the heart of the Cork defence. The hard working and impressive throughout Cathal Curran pointed in the 2nd minute and when Jack Prendergast placed Michael Mahony for a further score, Waterford led by 1-2 to 0-0 with just four minutes on the clock. However, it was a case of Waterford flattering to deceive as Cork responded in style and totally dominated the next twenty minutes or so. Cork were superior in the air, they won almost every ball in defence and their forwards were both fast and accurate, scoring an unanswered 0-8 and six of these were from play. Aghabullogue’s Matthew Buckley registered a brace from play inside the 6th minute, Josh Beausang popped over a point of each variety by the 13th minute and Evan Sheehan, including the score of the match, imitated Buckley’s feat by the end of the first quarter to put Cork into the lead for the first time at 0-6 to 1-2. There was no stopping the tide of this current Cork domination on the scoreboard and midfielder Robbie Burke and Bradley once more raised white flags and Cork were now fulfilling their pre-match expectations. Waterford custodian Bill Nolan ended the locals’ scoring drought with a pointed free in the 22nd minute and this had a positive effect on his colleagues with the home side dominating the remaining minutes of the half territorially and on the score sheet. Thomas Douglas, who three minutes later had a goal scoring chance, placed Neil Montgomery for 23rd minute point and Eoghan Murray was successful with two out

of three attempts from frees, the middle one a splendid strike from a difficult angle, and on the sounding of referee Philip Kelly’s short whistle, Waterford were back in the lead at 1-6 to 0-8. The slenderness of the Deise lead gave cause for concern with the elements to face and this concern was justified on the restart when the rebels struck five unanswered points by the 36th minute, similar to their first half attack on the Waterford lines. Evan Sheehan popped over a third score, midfielder Cian O’Mahony contributed a contender for score of the match, corner forward Liam Healy got his name on the board and Matthew Bradley and Josh Beausang completed this second litany of white flags. Credit the home side, trailing by 0-13 to 1-6, they responded magnificently and for the remaining twenty minutes of the game, they gave as good as they got and more. For the first time, Cork, despite wind advantage, looked vulnerable as Waterford players cut through the heart of their defence and none more so than Cathal Curran who was most unfortunate to be called back on one occasion for over carrying the ball. Eoin McGrath placed Jack Prendergast for the home team’s first score of the second half in the 42nd minute, 0-13 to 1-7. A wide from a free by Waterford and then a point by Evan Sheehan on foot of a quickly taken free to him was a defining moment in the second half. Instead of the Deise being just 0-2 in arrears, their deficit was now extended to four, 0-14 to 1-7 and 46 minutes played. Stephen Gough’s charges

Waterford's Minor Hurlers who lost to Cork in the Munster Minor Hurling quarter final match in Walsh Park.

continued to press forward and Neil Montgomery’s second point left just one puck of the sliotar between the teams again in the 48th minute. A further Waterford wide ball left Cork off the hook again and they took full advantage when Evan Sheehan’s excellent side line ball from a difficult angle sailed between the posts in the 53rd minute, 0-15 to 1-8. The Deise defence was defending heroically at this stage and Cork were confined to 0-2f in the remaining nine minutes of play. Josh Beausang pointed his penultimate free and Billy Nolan reciprocated in the 55th minute, 0-16 to 1-9. Beausang (f) again made it 0-5 the difference in the 59th minute and during the three added minutes Billy Nolan went for goal twice in front of a packed goal area and with his third free, he dissected the posts to leave the final score 0-17 to 1-10 and it must be said Cork were deserving winners. Cork are now in the semifinals along with Limerick who beat Clare also last Wednesday evening. Waterford will now play Tipperary on a date at the end of April to be finalised and the winners of this game will also be in the semi finals. The losers of that game will play Clare in the beginning of May and the winners of this match will be the fourth team in the semi-final hat. Cork’s Top Three: Evan Sheehan, Matthew Bradley, Sean O’Leary Hayes. Waterford’s Top Three: Cathal Curran, Neil Montgomery, Mikey O’Brien. Observer’s Man of the Match: Evan Sheehan. Number of Scorers: Cork 6. Waterford 7. Scores from Play: Cork 0-12.

Waterford 1-5. Frees For: Cork 9. Waterford 13. Wides: Cork 8. Waterford 9. Score of the Match: Evan Sheehan’s 15th minute point which gave Cork the lead for the first time at 0-6 to 1-2. Scorers – Cork: J. Beausang (0-4 frees), E. Sheehan (0-1 sideline) 0-5 each; M. Bradley 0-4; L. Healy, R. Bourke, C. O’Mahony 0-1 each. Waterford: E. McGrath 1-0, B. Nolan (frees) 0-3; E. Murray (frees), N. Montgomery 0-2 each; J. Prendergast, C. Curran, M. Mahony 0-1 each. Cork: G. Collins (Ballinhassig), P. Lyons (Mallow), N. O’Leary (Castlelyons) (c), S. O’Leary Hayes (Midleton), J. Cooper (Eire Og), R. Walsh (Cuchulainns), E. Clifford (Cloughduv), C. O’Mahony (Ballinhassig), R. Bourke (Ballincollig), J. O’Sullivan (Blackrock), M. Bradley (Aghabullogue), S. Condon (Harbour Rovers), E. Sheehan (Na Piarsaigh), J. Beausang (St.

Colman’s), L. Healy (Sarsfields). Subs: B. Buckley (Shandrum) for O’Sullivan, 40; J. Saich (Kilworth) for R. Walsh, 49; D. Gunning (Na Piarsaigh) for S. Condon, 53; R. Howell (Douglas) for N. O’Leary (inj), 60; J. Geary (Shandrum) for E. Sheehan, 62. Waterford: B. Nolan (Roanmore), C. Giles Doran (De La Salle), J. Flavin (Ardmore), D. McGrath (Abbeyside), D. Power (Passage), E. Murray (Ballyduff Upper), M. O’Brien (Geraldines), E. McGrath (Butlerstown), H. Ruddle Redmond (Ballygunner), J. Prendergast (Lismore), D. Guiry (Fourmilewater), C. Curran (Brickey Rangers), M. Mahony (Ballygunner) (c), N. Montgomery (Abbeyside), T. Douglas (De La Salle). Subs: C. Dalton (Clonea) for M. O’Brien, 35; T. Barron (Fourmilewater) for D. McGrath, 41; C. Kirwan (Fenor) for T. Douglas, 53; G. Waters (Dungarvan) for E. McGrath, 57; J. Reade (St. Mollerans) for D. Guiry, 59. Referee: P. Kelly (Tipperary).

Supporting the Waterford Minor Hurlers against Cork were Micky, Margaret and Nicola Guiry with Fr. Connie Kelleher. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Gaelic Jottings John West Féile na nGael launch night THE John West Féile na nGael takes place from 17th to 19th June and is being hosted between Tipperary and Waterford. This National tournament is an annual festival encompassing Hurling, Camogie and Handball at U-14 level. It is a fantastic honour to host this auspicious event and welcome participants and their families from all over Ireland and beyond. The ethos of Féile is to ensure that all players are given the opportunity to participate and play in their respective Féile tournaments. Clubs gain the experience of playing teams from other counties and also to foster links and friendships with these clubs. Féile weekend will see the host clubs in both Tipperary and Waterford welcome hundreds of people to their area’s and to promote and show our facilities and localities to a wide audience. The National Launch of John West Féile na nGael will take place on Thursday, 21st April at 7.00 pm in Ballymacarbry Community Centre, Ballymacarbry nestled in the Nire Valley on the Waterford / Tipperary border. This night of music, dance and celebration will showcase local talents from the National schools of Newcastle, Co. Tipperary and Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford as well as other local dignitaries. The Presidents of the GAA, Camogie and Handball Associations will also be in attendance on this night. The Launch night is open to all clubs to attend and to local media personnel, we hope to see you there to celebrate and foster our National Games.

A weekend wash-out THE weather continues to interrupt the GAA scene in Waterford with heavy rain and unplayable fields causing the postponement of all Western and County fixtures last Sunday. The weather man was spot on for Sunday’s forecast which resulted in the senior football double headers in Kill and in the Fraher Field falling by the wayside and the Western junior football double header at the Fraher Field and other fixtures in Aglish and in Melleray also being postponed. Hopefully, we will be out of the woods soon weatherwise as a backlog of fixtures will only make extra demands on our players and everybody involved in the GAA in the county.

Kerry minors come to Town FOUR members of the St. Brendan’s Killarney team that lifted the Hogan Cup in Croke Park recently are named on the Kerry minor side for this Wednesday night’s Munster opener against Waterford. Wing-back David Naughton, centre-back Daniel O’Brien, wingforward Dara Moynihan and full-forward David Clifford – who shot 2-5 in that game – are all selected by Kerry minor boss Peter Keane. Centre-forward Sean O’Shea is the only player on the Kerry side who started in last September’s AllIreland minor final. Three members of the Kerry team did come on in that decider against Tipperary – O’Brien, corner-back Graham O’Sullivan and

midfielder Mike Breen. Billy Courtney and Bryan Sweeney who played in last year’s final are included among the substitutes. Throw-in on this Wednesday evening at the Fraher Field is 7 p.m.

Déise Day at Punchestown SATURDAY, 30th APRIL, 2016 THE Punchestown Irish National Hunt Festival is one of the highlights of the Irish sporting and social calendar. The 5 day racing festival takes place from Tuesday 26th to Saturday, 30th April, 2016. Waterford GAA and Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football Association have teamed up and will hold Déise Day at Punchestown on Saturday, April 30th.Tickets for the day are on sale now at €150 per person/€1,500 for a table of 10: Ticket price includes - Admission and reserved enclosure badge; Four course meal with complimentary wine; Racecard; Afternoon Tea; Live music The Cider Wasps; Private Betting and Bar Facilities; MC Ted Walsh Jnr. BUS TO AND FROM PUNCHESTOWN There will be a bus to and from Punchestown racecourse, pick-up times - 9 a.m - Lady Belle Pub Dungarvan, 9.30 a.m - Crotty’s bar Lemybrien (Car Park) and 10.10 a.m. at the Granville Hotel Waterford. Bus price €10 per person. To secure your tickets and place on our bus, tickets must be purchased no later than Friday, 15th April. WHERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS Tickets can be purchased from any of the Déise Day committee: John Jackson, John Jeff Murphy, Patricia Ferncombe, Nicky Sheehan, Michael Ryan, Anthony Walsh, Pat Grant & Lisa Cronin or else from the Lady Belle Pub, Dungarvan, or alternatively contact Edel, Secretary Déise Day committee email: deiseday15secretary@yahoo.com or mobile 086-0777617.

Sport Ireland has published its AntiDoping Review for 2015 1,028 TESTS were conducted, including 295 blood tests. Athletics was the most tested sport with 206 tests, followed by cycling, rugby and Gaelic games. There were three positive tests for banned substances, one in Gaelic Games with Monaghan footballer Thomas Connolly receiving a two-year ban for the use of anabolic steroids. In motorsport, driver Gareth Hayden was banned for 15 months for use of a stimulant. The third case is pending. "Sport Ireland was granted its quality recognition for sample collection and is the first National Anti-Doping Organisation to receive this recognition”. Testing Highlights for 2015 were: • Blood Testing Figures increased by 5% • User Pays programme tests increased by 21%. • In-competition tests accounted for 25% of national testing programme, out-of-competition tests for 75% national testing programme • Whereabouts Failures decreased by 80% (18 whereabouts failures in 2013 and four in 2014).

2015 Under 21 Hurling County Finals THE 2015 delayed ‘A’ final between De La Salle and Dungarvan will be held in

Laochra Gael 2016

Ninth programme features Galway’s Annette Clarke Sunday, 17th April at 5.55 pm ON TG4 REPEAT: Mondays at 8.00 pm THE popular GAA documentary series Laochra Gael returns to TG4 this Spring every Sunday evening after GAA Beo. Profiling the feats of Gaelic Games’ greatest players this series has lots in store for GAA fans around the country. The ninth programme of ten features Peil na mBan Galway’s finest midfielder Annette Clarke. Kilkerrin/Clonberne's Annette Clarke represented Galway at the highest level

of Ladies Football for eighteen years. She won 2 All Stars and captained her side to All Ireland glory in 2004. In this programme she charts her career from the highs of winning the Junior All Ireland in 2002 and Senior All Ireland in 2004 to the low of suffering a near career ending injury in 2010 and being dropped from the squad 2012. She also speaks of the joy of winning her second All Star in 2013 and captaining her club to a Connacht Title 2014. Contributions also from Claire Egan, Juliet Murphy and Maire Ní

Bhraonáin. Still to come in this season’s GAA Legends :- Four brothers from the small east Galway village of Caltra who have had a huge influence on Galway’s status and of their club too, The Meehan’s brothers Declan, Tomás, Noel and Michael. The series is produced by Nemeton TV, the independent production company from Ring in the Waterford Gaeltacht which has produced much of TG4’s acclaimed sports coverage.

Walsh Park on Sunday, May 1st 2.45 p.m. The game will be on Tuesday, May 3rd if Waterford are in the NHL final on May 1st. The ‘B’ final between Fourmilewater and Portlaw will be played before the ‘A’ final at 1 p.m.

game at inter-county level having won a total of 31 senior titles, including nine Division 1 NFL titles, 10 All-Ireland medals, 10 Munster Senior Championship medals, a Jim Kennedy Cup title and a Division 2 NFL medal. The Rockbán forward revealed that it was time to step aside after playing at the highest level for almost 15 years. A PE teacher in Gaelcoláiste Mhuire in Cork city, Mulcahy is an executive member of the Women’s Gaelic Players’ Association (WGPA), and has been instrumental in the association’s progression in its first year in operation.

haemorrhage. The president of the Ladies Gaelic Football Association Maire Hickey has expressed her sympathies with the Ryan family, calling the teenager’s death a “great and sudden loss”.

Damien Power and his lookalike Rory McIlroy! RORY McIlroy was in Augusta last weekend but you would be forgiven for thinking you saw him walking and working around East London. Damien 'Ching' Power is a former Dungarvan hurler who looks like the famous Down golfer. Damien, who currently plays with Thomas McCurtains GAA club in East London is son of Pat and Marian Power, Byrneville, Dungarvan. He has been invited to his fair share of sports awards and events due to his uncanny appearance and he will feature in Channel 4's new series 'lookalikes' which returned to the small screen last Monday night at 10 p.m. Damien is expected to feature in Episode 3 or 4 of the series.

Valerie moves on CORK’S most prolific forward Valerie Mulcahy has confirmed her retirement after months of speculation. Having been named MVP in three All-Ireland finals, the 33-year-old bows out of the

National Hurling League semi-finals Waterford v Limerick in Thurles at 2 p.m. Kilkenny v Clare in Thurles at 4 p.m.

Harnedy is happy SEAMUS Harnedy was thrilled that Cork demonstrated class and character when winning Sunday's crunch Allianz Hurling League Division 1A relegation play/off against Galway at Pearse Stadium. Two late goals from Harnedy and Patrick Horgan sealed a stirring Cork success as Kieran Kingston's charges maintained their top flight status. Having lost their previous five matches in the competition Harnedy was encouraged by how Cork coped during a lively encounter in Salthill.

Scór Na Seachtaine Tragedy in Wexford Camogie A TEENAGE girl died after she collapsed while playing with her local GAA club in Wexford last week. Ciara Ryan (14) was playing with local club Kilanerin GAA when she took a weakness and fainted. A paramedic treated her at the scene and an ambulance was called which took her to Wexford General Hospital where she was pronounced dead. It is thought that Ciara died of a suspected brain

EOIN McGrath’s excellently worked individual goal for Waterford against Cork in the Munster minor hurling championship after just 20 seconds in Walsh Park last Wednesday evening.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Facebook page, courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the 1964 County Junior Hurling Final between Ardmore and St. Mollerans on the 22nd of November.

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J. J. Kavanagh and Sons Senior Football County Championship

Stradbally’s strong finish claims winning start Stradbally …………... 1-10; Ballinameela ………… 1-5. COUNTY championships Stradbally got the defence of their title off to a winning start at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening with a late flurry of points against last year’s Intermediate champions Ballinameela. There was only 0-2 between the teams with 50 minutes on the clock at 1-6 to 1-4 before the Reds eventually wore down the stubborn challenge of a gallant Ballinameela fifteen. Cathal Cusack was drafted into the Stradbally defence from their junior side and a good call it was too as he stopped a Tom Curran goal effort on the line after just 30 seconds of play. Ballinameela started the brighter and they had three unanswered points on the board by the 9th minute via a brace of Jim Curran frees and a connection by Brendan Phelan from a Micheal Shine ‘45’. There was no further scoring until the 20th minute during which the battle began in earnest with Stradbally picking up a brace of yellow cards as they strove to get into the game. Michael Sweeney pointed two frees and the winners’ first point from play came from the left boot of Michael Walsh in the 23rd minute to level the match for the first time. One minute later the Reds grabbed the lead when Shane Ahearn goaled and the sides would have been on equal terms for a second time before the short whistle

but for a fine save by Stradbally keeper Eoin Cunningham from Brendan Phelan. However, the Ballinameela goal came to pass just 30 seconds after the restart when Rob Shine found the net for his team’s first score since the ninth minute. Level at 1-3 apiece, it didn’t take the winners long to go in front once more when Shane Ahearn pointed in the 32nd minute. Scores were still few and far between from both sides as Stradbally picked up a further brace of yellow cards while Ballinameela were guilty of a number of wides that, if converted, would have brought the match down to the wire. Tony Grey opened a 0-2 gap between the teams in the 46th minute following which Robert Ahearn was blackcarded and was replaced by Stephen Cunningham. Credit Ballinameela, a 49th minute Brendan Phelan pointed free reduced the difference between the teams to the minimum at 1-5 to 1-4 but Stradbally eventually got into their rhythm and they completely dominated the scoreboard in the final ten minutes or so of action. A brilliant point by Michael Sweeney was followed by a Shane Ahearn pointed free in the 51st minute, a fisted effort by sub Stephen Cunningham one minute later and further scores by Ahearn (f) and Sweeney in the 59th and in the 60th minutes left the scoreboard looking a healthy

1-10 to 1-4 in Stradbally’s favour. Brendan Phelan finished off the scoring in added time and while Ballinameela won’t be happy with the result, they can be well pleased with their first display back in senior ranks. Next up Stradbally play Rathgormack in Leamybrien and Ballinameela play Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in the Fraher Field with both games scheduled for Tuesday, April 19th at 8 pm due to the NHL semi-final in Thurles this Sunday. Scorers – Stradbally: Shane Ahearne 1-3 (2f), Michael Sweeney 0-4 (2f), Michael Walsh, Tony Grey, and Stephen Cunningham 0-1 each. Ballinameela: Rob Shine 1-0, Brendan Phelan 0-3 (1f), Jim Curran 0-2f. Stradbally: Eoin Cunningham, Cathal Cusack, Ger Power, Luke Casey; Tommy Connors, Tony Grey, Paddy Kiely; Michael Walsh, Shane Ahearn; Robert Ahearn, Michael Sweeney, Daniel Weldon; Eoin O Brien, Paul Tobin, John Coffey. Sub: Stephen Cunningham for Robert Ahearn (b/c), (47 mins). Ballinameela: James McGrath; Cian Culloo, Colin Walsh, Kealon Looby; Stevie McGrath, Kevin Phelan, Micheal Shine; Tom Curran, Brian Phelan; Micheal Culloo, Lorcan Looby, Eddie Walsh; Jim Curran, Brendan Phelan, Rob Shine. Sub: Paul Curran for Rob Shine (second half). Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane).

Stradbally's Tony Grey hand-passes against Ballinameela's Eddie Walsh during their J .J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football Championship match in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Litany of wides costs Brickeys Rathgormack ……… 1-7; Brickeys ………………0-8. THIRTEEN wides in total, including seven in the second half didn’t do Brickeys winning prospects any favours in this first round championship game at the Fraher Field last Saturday night. Rathgormack’s first half display got them over the line here and especially that of Conor Murray, who was instrumental in his team’s 1-6 to 0-4 lead at the break. The second half belonged to Brickeys who dominated the play throughout but their low tally of 0-4 left Rathgormack off the hook despite their second half collapse. A Cormac O’Grady pointed free opened the scoring in this second game at a tired looking Fraher Field but the local side were not to work the board again until two

further similar scores by O’Grady in the 21st and the 26th minutes with their sole point from play coming from the boot of Mark Scanlan two minutes before the break and a fine one it was too. Two pointed frees by Jason Curry had Rathgormack in front by the tenth minute, following which the attendance that paid over €700 for this double header programme were treated to a superb individual display by last year’s county minor Conor Murray. Murray pointed in the 12th minute, set up a score for Michael Curry two minutes later and kicked further points himself, one with the right foot and the other with the left in the 18th and in the 20th minutes. The Brickeys ended these six unanswered scores with two further Cormac

O’Grady pointed frees in the 21st and in the 26th minutes and Mark Scanlan’s point had his team right back in contention at 0-6 to 0-4. However, the defining score came at the right time for Rathgormack and the right wrong time for Brickeys when Jason Gleeson raised the only green flag of the hour on the call of half-time to give the winners a 0-5 cushion entering the dressingrooms. In a relatively low scoring game, this margin between the teams proved to be decisive. The Brickey defence tightened up considerably on the restart and it was all one-way traffic and if anybody came in late to see the game they would think that Brickeys were winning comfortably. Rathgormack didn’t score from play in the second half but they were left off the hook

by a Brickey side that didn’t dissect the posts with enough regularity despite all their possession. Two pointed frees by Cormac O’Grady in the 40th and in the 45th minute left just one kick of the size 5 between the teams at the end of the third quarter at 1-6 to 0-6. Rathgormack were dealt a blow when county player Michael Curry picked up a second yellow card in the 48th minute for a foul on David Hickey whose return from Bishopstown this year is a welcome addition to the Bushy Park squad. Hickey was the goalie when Waterford’s under 21’s won the Munster title against Kerry in Walsh Park in 2003 by 2-8 to 1-9. A man down, Rathgormack were under further pressure but fair dues

to their defence, they made scoring very difficult for their opposition. Brickeys came within a point of the winners by the 54th minute at 1-6 to 0-8 via a seventh pointed free by Cormac O’Grady and a fisted score by Shane McGrath but Rathgormack journeyed back up the field on a rare occasion and a resultant 56th minute free was converted by Jason Curry, his third of the hour and this confirmed the winners though Brickeys continued to attack the town end goal until referee Dessie O’Leary’s final whistle. Rathgormack scored 1-4 from play in contrast to just 0-1 by the Brickeys and so deservingly took the two championship points here. Next up for Rathormack is a second round outing against Stradbally on

Tuesday, April 19th at 8.00 p.m. in Leamybrien while Brickeys face Kilrossanty this Saturday evening in the Fraher Field also at 8 p.m. LATE STARTING TIMES The lateness of starting times in general isn’t welcoming patrons to attend in any great numbers at our freezing venues and afternoons on weekends may attract more when there is some hope of a bit of sunshine and warmth. TEAMS AND SCORERS Scorers – Rathgormack: Jason Gleeson 1-0, Conor Murray 0-3, Jason Curry 0-3f, Michael Curry 0-1. Brickeys: Cormac O Grady 0-7f, Shane McGrath 0-1. Rathgormack: Padraig Hunt Michael Crotty, Ronan Cahill, Robbie Flynn; Brendan Behan, Conor Walsh, William Hahessy;

Cathal Crowch, Jason Curry; Liam Mulligan, Jason Gleeson, Ronan Crotty; Michael Curry, Conor Murray, Paul Drohan. Substitutes: Padraig Larkin for Paul Drohan, Jamie Kirwan for Ronan Crotty, John Kirwan for Liam Mulligan. Brickeys: Tommy Lynch; Conor Phelan, Philip Walsh, Johnny Cooney; Mark Cummins, David Ryan, Cathal Curran; Kieran O’Neill, Cormac Curran; Mark Scanlan, David Hickey, Cormac O’Grady; Shane McGrath, Emmett Gaffney, Carthach Shalloe. Substitutes: Ryan O’Neill for Emmett Gaffney, Carthach Barry for Carthach Shalloe, Diarmuid Tobin for David Ryan Referee: Dessie O’Leary (Erin’s Own).

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Electric Ireland Munster Minor Football Championship Quarter-Final WATERFORD V KERRY in Fraher Field Wednesday, April 13th at 7.00 p.m. WATERFORD’S minor footballers face a daunting task at the Fraher Field this Wednesday evening when they take on the might of Kerry in the Munster Minor football championship quarter final. Similar to their under 21 counterparts, is there any point in the Munster Council pitting teams such as ourselves against Kerry or Cork in the early rounds of the

Team Captains Pat Whelan (Rathgormack) and Tomás O Cadhla (An Rinn) pictured at the toss in Páirc Ui Shíothcháin last Friday evening.

J. J. Kavanagh and Sons Junior Football, Senior Attached Championship

Lucas O Cuirrin’s goal the difference An Rinn ………………..1-9; Rathgormack ………. 0-11. PLAYED at a windswept Pairc Ui Shiothchain last Friday evening, An Rinn got their junior football championship campaign off to a winning start against Rathgormack. The key score in a tie that An Rinn led at half time by 0-7 to 0-5 was a brilliantly struck goal by corner

back Lucas O Cuirrin. An Rinn: Tomas O Cadhla; Cormac Mac Murchu, Eoghan Breathnach, Lucas O Cuirrin; Aaron O Crotaigh, Donie O Murchadha, Tomas De Gras; Eanna O Ceallaigh, Shane O Ceallaigh; Seanai Mac Craith, Kieran Toibin, Cian O Fathaigh; Tadhg O Cuirrin, Maidhc Toibin, Paraic O Lonain. Fir Ionaid: Oisin Mac Siomoin, Darach O Cathasaigh, Cory De Roiste,

Einne O Cathasaigh, Neil O Muirithe, Dylan Toibin. Rathgormack: Donal Larkin; Adam Nugent, Tony Power, Maurice Quinlan; John Crotty (m), Mervyn Cummins, John Kirwan; Kieran Fogarty, Brendan Crotty; Gavin Sheehan, Pat Whelan, Peter Behan; John Kirwan (c), Sean O Fhiannchaidh, Aaron O Massoid. Referee: Paddy Smyth (Shamrocks).

Brickeys do the business in first half Brickeys …………… 3-10; St. Saviours ………… 3-4. PLAYING with the strong wind and the strong sun in the first half, Brickeys built up a 3-7 to 0-4 half time lead against St. Saviours in Bushy Park last Friday evening which was suffice to hold off a spirited second half comeback by their city visitors. Conor Morrissey (2) and Gavin Flynn raised the home

teams green flags and team mentors Conor Fitzgerald, James Cooney and Anthony Murphy will be well pleased with their side’s early season form. Last year’s county minor Darragh O’Grady made a welcome return for the home club after a lengthy absence through injury. Brickeys: Mark Shalloe; Darragh O’Grady, Ray Landers, Kevin McCarthy; Richie Halpin,

Kevin Walsh, Darragh Herlihy; Olan Casey, Micheal Gee; Conor Morrissey, Jamie Kiely, Christy Power; Cian O’Halloran, Tadhg Tobin, Gavin Flynn. St. Saviours: Derrick Murphy; Stephen Cotter, Dylan Kavanagh Sean Butler; Paul O’Brien, Conor O’Neill, Jim Connors; Shane Rochford, Adam Caulfield; Glen Taylor, Craig Lenane, Jason Halloran; Mark Walsh, Patrick Butler, Michael Brophy. Referee: Brendan Breen (Stradbally).

provincial championship and does it do any good at all for our players and football in the county in general? In a hurling comparison, Kerry do not feature in any of the Munster championships, minor, under 21, intermediate and senior and in reality we are Kerry’s equals in football. Waterford have prepared for this game this evening with challenge matches against Carlow, twice, Tipperary and Gaultier’s under 21 team. The team selected to play is as follows: 1. Aaron Beresford (Ballinacourty), 2.

Adam O'Sullivan (Clashmore / Kinsalebeg), 3. Jack Skehan (Sliabh gCua), 4. Jake Mulcahy (The Nire), 5. Conor Ó Cuirrín (An Rinn), 6. Dylan Guiry (The Nire), 7. Cathal Curran (Brickey Rangers), 8. Maurice Daly (Brickey Rangers), 9. James Beresford (Ballinacourty), 10. Billy Power (Rathgormack), 11. Sean Martin (Tramore), 12. Tom Barron (The Nire), 13. Cíarán Kirwan (Kill), 14. Shane O'Meara (The Nire), 15. Paddy Prendergast (Clashmore / Kinsalebeg). The referee is David Grogan from Tipperary.

Lismore Camogie Club

Lismore Pharmaceutical Company "QM Specials" are the new sponsors of Lismore U-14 Camogie team PETER McNally who is manager of the company presented a set of Jerseys to members of the Lismore U-14 camogie team along with Club Chairperson Mary Russell, Club joint Treasurer Tricia O'Keeffe and team mentor Amelda Landers at a presentation at their factory in Mayfield, Lismore on Friday last, April 8th. Lismore Camogie Club is delighted with QM Specials generosity as the club are in preparation for their upcoming U-14 County Championship and the All Ireland U-14 Feile Finals in June. FIXTURES AND RESULTS Lismore’s U-16 were unfortunately beaten by a stronger Modeligo team in the first round of the U-16 B Championship held in the GAA field on Tuesday night last April 5th. The girls are due to play their second round V Clonea Power on Tuesday, April 19th. Lismore’s U-14 team who were due to play St. Annes in their first round of the U-14 A Championship has been deferred

to a later date. Lismores Senior team are due to play Gall Tir in the first round of the Senior League on Sunday next, April 17th at 11.30 in the GAA Field weather permitting. Watch Lismore Camogie Club Facebook page and Lismore GAA Website for updates. ENGAGEMENT Congratulations to Senior team player Nicola Morrissey and Jamie Kearney on their recent engagement. BABY NEWS Congratulations to Sarah McGlone on the birth of twins, Aoibhe and Molly and Caithriona Doyle on the birth of her baby girl. Three more future players for Lismore Camogie Club. FEILE DISCO The Juvenile Disco which was held in Lismore Community Centre in conjunction with Lismore Juvenile GAA on Friday last, April 8th was a great success. Thanks to all who attended and to all who helped out on the night.

FEILE UPDATE Lismore Camogie club was chosen to host a meeting for West Waterford Camogie Clubs on Thursday night, April 14th with Croke Park’s development Officer Mary O’Connor in the GAA Club House at 7 p.m. This meeting is an information night for all clubs hosting Feile. PRESENTATION NIGHT The next event for Lismore Camogie Club is the Medal Presentation Night which is due to take place in Lismore House Hotel on Sunday, May 1st. Medals will be presented to the Senior team who captured the 2015 League, the 2015 Summer League and the 2015 Senior Championship along with the 2015 U-14 team who won the Feile Plate competition. The presentation of medals will commence at 9 p.m. on the night. A disco with D. J. Glen Curtin for the adult members of the club and supporters will commence at 11 p.m. Admission €10 with bar extension.

Losing start for Stradbally Gaultier ……………… 2-7; Stradbally ……………1-8. GAULTIER scored a good win over Stradbally at the coveside venue last Friday night. However, run on a

league championship basis, Stradbally are still in with a shout in this grade. Stradbally: Andrew Kirwan; Paudie Casey, Alex Pollock, Jack Navin; Walter Cullinane, John Harrington, Paddy Kiely; Nicky

Connors, Cathal Cusack; Michael Ahearne, Ger Crowley, Paul Tobin; Nicky Power, Chris Casey, Stephen Keane. Subs: Darren McGuckian, Sean Barry, Michael Kiely, Pat Weldon, Trevor Costelloe.

Goals win games Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 4-7; Ballinameela ………… 0-6. PLAYING at home last Friday evening, Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg proved too strong for near neighbours Ballinameela with goals by Noel Smyth (2), James O’Leary and Brian Dunne

ensuring a first win in this year’s championship. Clashmore / Kinsalebeg: Darragh Curran; Alan McCarthy, Barry Dunne, Danny O’Neill; Robbie Deady, Shane Russell, Ronan Fitzgerald; Philip Dee, Fintan Walsh; Adam Curley, James O’Leary, Brian Dunne; Mark Nugent, Noel Smyth, Shane

Kenefick. Subs: Declan Hickey, Donal O’Connor, Sean O’Connor. Ballinameela: James Maher; Eamon Toal, Ken McGrath, Darren Mulcahy; John Harrington, Paraic Scanlon, Jack McGrath; Ed Walsh, Aidan Ahearne; Ryan Duggan, James Fletcher, Caimin Radley; James Shine, Tom Kiely, Mike Kiely. Sub: Joe Shine. Referee: Tomas O Curraoin.

Peter McNally, QM Specials Lismore, presents jerseys to members of Lismore U-14 Camogie Team.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship

Well organised Nire off the mark Nire …………………… 3-9; Ballinacourty …………1-7. IT was a case of roles reversed between these modern day rivals at a bitterly cold Fraher Field last Friday evening when a very well prepared and impressive Nire fifteen inflicted a surprising 0-8 defeat on one of the championship favourites Ballinacourty. If Nire can keep these players in the intermediate grade then they have the potential to match the best in this championship. Fielding seven of their recent divisional under 21 championship winning side from the start and a predominantly young team overall, goals by Kenny Brazil and Diarmuid Murphy in the 36th and in the 40th minutes settled this contest long before John Condon’s final whistle. Ballinacourty were short a number of players involved in this squad and for the first time they didn’t look as impressive as one would usually associate with this team. ‘Courty didn’t avail of the strong wind in the first half, leading by just 1-4 to 1-2 at the break after a poor first quarter at the end of which

Nire led by 1-2 to 0-0 thanks to a clever goal by Shane O’Meara and points by the impressive Kenny Brazil and team captain Connie Power. The local side came much more into the game in the second quarter and they held the winners scoreless for the rest of the half with Andrew O’Connor kicking four fine points of each variety and Richie Ryan chipped Nire keeper Shane Mullins in the 29th minute to give his team a slight advantage entering the dressing rooms. Nire won the second moiety by 2-7 to 0-3 with their defence in complete control and players such as Diarmuid Murphy, David Meehan, Shane O’Meara and John Paul Fitzgerald adding points to their afore mentioned green flags. Ballinacourty were dependant on Andrew O’Connor for scores and they will be hoping to be better organised for their second game this Saturday evening against Modeligo in Colligan. Nire play Dungarvan in their second outing in a game which is pencilled in for Bushy Park on Friday and they will be fancied to continue their win-

ning ways here. Nire were especially well served last Friday by a well organised defensive sextet, David Meehan and Kieran Looney got the better of the midfield exchanges and Shane O’Meara, Kenny Brazil and Diarmuid Murphy caught the eye up front. ‘Courty’s best performers included Kevin Dwane in goal, who made a terrific save from Shane O’Meara after just 50 seconds of play and Cormac Dwyer and Gavin Breen in defence. Laurence Hurney’s work rate was an example to many of his colleagues who didn’t perform while up front only Andrew O’Connor, Richie Ryan and Tiernan Murray, when introduced, made any headway. Attendance: 38. Scorers – Nire: Shane O’Meara 1-3 (2f), Kenny Brazil 1-2. Diarmuid Murphy 1-1, Connie Power, David Meehan and J. P. Fitzgerald 0-1 each. Ballinacourty: Andrew O’Connor 0-6 (3f), Richie Ryan 1-0, David Ferncombe 0-1f. Nire: Shane Mullins; Jake Mulcahy, Stephen Ryan, Jack Mulcahy; Aidan

Referee John Condon (An Rinn) pictured with team captains Jason O’Brien (Ballinacourty) and Connie Power (Nire). Condon, Conal Mulcahy, Liam Cooney; David Meehan, Kieran Looney; Diarmuid Murphy, Connie Power, Kenny Brazil; David Nugent, Shane O’Meara, J. P. Fitzgerald.

Subs: Kieran Walsh for Liam Cooney, Pa Meehan for J. P. Fitzgerald, Eamonn Wall for Shane O’Meara, Sean Ryan for Stephen Ryan, Lonan Carroll for David Nugent.

Ballinacourty: Kevin Dwane; Gavin Breen, Diarmuid Henley, Cormac Dwyer; Jack Duggan, Eoin Enright, Kevin Dee; Laurence Hurney, Nicky Dee; Andrew O’Connor, Mark

Gorman, Richie Ryan; Eoin Kiely, Jason O’Brien, David Ferncombe. Subs: Tiernan Murray for Kevin Dee. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Liam O’Connell’s point gives Geraldines victory Geraldines …………… 1-8; Dungarvan …………… 1-7. LAST year’s western finalists Geraldines got their 2016 intermediate championship campaign off to a winning start in Bushy Park last Saturday evening with a thrilling 0-1 win over Dungarvan in a very well contested game throughout. The Gers looked to be heading for a comprehensive win at half-time as they deservingly led by 1-7 to 0-3 with Ger O’Donovan nabbing a 6th minute goal after uncertainty in the Blues defence. This was a lead, 1-1 to 0-1, that the winners never relinquished, though three Gavin Crotty pointed frees kept Dungarvan in the hunt at the end of the first quarter at 1-1 to 0-3 with Mark Ronanyne kicking the Gers first point. Kieran Cotter’s charges took control in the second quarter, keeping the Blues scoreless and it was in this period that they build up their winning lead. They scored six unanswered points between the 18th and the 31st minutes with their new recruit from the Nire Alan Lawlor Ger O’Donovan and Liam O’Connell putting daylight between the sides at 1-4 to 0-3 before Jamie Landers, Aidan Dwyer (f) and the point of the match from Steven Kennefick sent Geraldines in at the break with a commanding 0-7 advantage. It could have been a greater lead even but for a brilliant one on one save by Dungarvan goalie Trevor Moore from

Liam O’Connell in the 20th minute. There was a huge transformation on the restart when Dungarvan completely dominated proceedings and indeed should have gone on to win the game. However, the key score in this moiety came from the boot of a Geraldines player in the person of Liam O’Connell, when his supplier of the size 5 in the 51st minute Alan Lawlor and his own accuracy made the Blues pay the ultimate price of not converting their possession into scores on the board. A point of each variety by Gavin Crotty on the restart brought Dungarvan back into the contest and a terrific save by Shane Lambdon from Seamus Cunningham denied the Blues further. However, the goal Dungarvan so badly required arrived in the 42nd minute when Cunningham finished off a high delivery in to the dressing rooms end goal, 1-7 to 1-5. Heading into the final quarter, the momentum was all with the losers but they didn’t take enough kicks at the posts with all the possession they enjoyed and they paid the ultimate price when Liam O’Connell scored the ultimate match winning score with nine minutes remaining. In fairness to Dungarvan, they continued to press forward and a Gavin Crotty pointed free and a further score by Trevor Crotty in the 3rd minute of added time

ensured a nail biting finish while an earlier Darragh Lyons shot on goal went centimetres wide off the posts. However, credit Geraldines, they won this game in the second quarter when they ensured the required return from their scoring opportunities. They were well served by a hard working defensive set up with Jerome Maher marshalling county player Gavin Crotty well. Both Aidan Dwyer and Matty O’Brien excelled at midfield in the first half and Alan Lawlor is a positive newcomer to the side. All the six forwards scored with Ger O’Donovan and Liam O’Connell a continuous threat. Despite losing out here, Dungarvan will be satisfied with their best display in this grade for over a year and they can build on this though they face another top opposition this Friday in the Nire. They received exceptional performances in defence from John Havens and Darragh Lyons while Jamie Nagle And Jamie Hallahan worked hard throughout around the middle of the field. Gavin Crotty kicked all but one of their seven points and in a dominant second half, Trevor Crotty and Mike Kiely performed best in attack. Scorers – Geraldines: Ger O’Donovan 1-1, Liam O’Connell 0-2, Alan Lawlor, Mark Ronayne, Jamie Landers, Aidan Dwyer (f) and Steven Kennefick 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Gavin Crotty 0-

6 (5f), Seamus Cunningham 1-0, Trevor Crotty 0-1. Geraldines: Shane Lambden; Ricky Fitzgerald, Steven Fitzgerald, Steven Hally; Johnny Healy, Jerome Maher, Steven Kennefick; Matty O’Brien, Aidan Dwyer; Shane Kenny, Alan Lawlor, Jamie Landers; Ger O’Donovan, Liam O’Connell, Mark Ronayne. Subs: Ed Donovan and Peter Coughlan. Dungarvan: Trevor Moore; Aaron Donnolly, Derek Barry, John Havens; Gavin Power, Darragh Lyons, Conor Sheridan; Jamie Hallahan, Jamie Nagle; Mike Kiely, Gavin Crotty, Kenny

Moore; Trevor Crotty, Seamus Cunningham, Ryan Donnolly. Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty).

Modeligo …………… 1-12; Ballyduff ………………0-8. THIS game opened up with Ballyduff recording the first 4 scores with 2 points each from Seamus Hannon and Michael Kearney in as many minutes but this was the end of Ballyduff's scoring for the rest of the first half and in fact they went 34 minutes without scoring again. By this time Modeligo had scored an

unanswered 1-9 with Rian Reddy nipping in for their goal after 24 minutes. Ballyduff lost Jamie Kearney to injury after 14 minutes. They got the deficit back to 5 points after 43 minutes but Modeligo scored the next 3 points to pull ahead again and at the final whistle they were ahead by 7 points. The pitch in Lismore held up well for this game as it was the second game in a double header. Modeligo: F. Condon, S. Hennessey, B. McCarthy, N. O'Donovan, P. O'Donovan, K.

McCarthy, S. O'Donovan, T. Devine (0-1), P. Walsh (0-1), C. O'Byrne, J. Troy (0-1), T. Walsh (0-1), M. Troy (0-6, 0-4f), S. Troy (0-2), R. Reddy (1-0). Subs. J. McGrath for C. O'Byrne, G. Power for S. Hennessey, M. Bumster for J. Troy. Ballyduff: E. Scanlon, D. McDonagh, M. McNamara, T. Feeney, O. Hickey, Ml Kearney, Shane Hannon, Seamus Hannon (0-4), C. Murray, J. Kearney, Mikey Kearney (0-3), E. O'Brien, E. Murray, G. O'Donovan, C. Keane (0-1). Sub. D. Walsh for J. Kearney. Referee: Pat Casey (Affane).

Referee Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty) pictured with captains Stephen Kennefick (Geraldines) and Conor Sheridan (Dungarvan).

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Saturday, 8th June, 1996 MUNSTER SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

Tipperary’s craft shades verdict over battling Waterford Tipperary 1-14; Waterford 1-11. IT was all that was expected at Walsh Park on Sunday last as tenacious Waterford carried the game to Tipperary in the first round of the Guinness Munster Senior Hurling Championship fully determined to wipe out the memory of last year’s clash at Pairc Uí Chaoimh when Tipperary won by 4-23 to 1-11. Like all tight Championship encounters the outcome hung on little things here and there over approximately 73 minutes of tense action on the splendidly prepared Walsh Park surface before an all-ticket attendance of 15,565. Paul Flynn was inches wide for the opening point when such a score would have been a huge lift for the Déise side – and his own confidence – who won the toss and elected to play into the breeze, which was blowing down into the City goal. In the 3rd minute Fergal Hartley, who had slipped to the ground, was somewhat harshly penalised and Michael Cleary tapped the resultant 30 yard free over the bar for the opening score of the game. In the 5th minute the elusive Tommy Dunne, receiving from a Colm Bonnar clearance, clipped over a neat point. Waterford were continuing to work hard and their opening score came in the 7th minute when midfielder Johnny Brenner drove over a massive point from a free inside his own half. It was an inspirational score. Nicky English displayed his pace with a fine point. CRUCIAL DECISION In the 31st minute came the most crucial decision of this hard fought encounter as Ken McGrath wins possession and attempts to shake off Tipperary players. He appears to be fouled as Declan Ryan gets his hurley in, but the free goes the other way as he is adjudged to have taken too many steps. Michael Cleary’s lobbed effort sees the ball breaking to the right, with Liam McGrath getting the touch across goal as Fergal Hartley and Tony Browne attempt to stop him. John Leahy gathers and hand-passes the ball to Liam Cahill who blasted the ball past the advancing Ray Barry. Cahill added a point, with Paul Flynn again on target from a free after Sean Daly was fouled. Thus, Waterford went in five points down, 1-8 to

0-6. Now if the free had been awarded to Ken McGrath, on such decisions hinge the outcome of games. On the turnover Waterford had at least four reasonable chances of scoring points, but failed to capitalise on those opportunities. Peter Queally finally broke the deadlock with a point when he collected a Tom Fives sideline ball in the 39th minute 1-8 to 0-7. With 54 minutes played, 1-13 to 0-8, and Tipperary appeared to be pulling away. Still Waterford’s battling spirit maintained their effort as Tom Fives lofted over a fine point in the 55th minute. Derek McGrath slipped a heavy tackle. A Paul Flynn mishit free saw the ball going out for a 65 which Johnny Brenner pointed in the 61st minute, 1-13 to 0-10. Fergal Hartley was injured and in a final throw of the dice Waterford brought in Fourmilewater’s Pat Walsh at right half back, with Tony Browne switching to centre forward and Sean Daly, who had been at centre forward, to full forward, with Ballydurn’s Peter Queally, whose workrate was 100% as always, being substituted. Sean Daly won a free which Paul Flynn pointed, 1-13 to 0-11 with 62 minutes played. A fierce Waterford attack saw Brendan Cummins saving at the expense of a 65, Johnny Brenner’s shot was signalled wide (the player felt it was over). Damien Byrne came clear, ships a very heavy tackle, eventually a stretcher is brought on. However, the Erin’s Own player, although shaken, plays on. Waterford had utilised their three substitutes at this stage. Waterford attack and Tony Browne is fouled. A 20 metre free to the left of the goal is awarded. Paul Flynn is instructed to blast for goal which he does, 1-13 to 1-11 with 72 minutes played. From the puck-out the ball is swept back down field in a last gasp effort. Michael Hickey wins possession but his puck is blocked by Paul Shelly whose clearance sees Tommy Dunne slotting over the insurance point, 1-14 to 1-11. Tipperary scorers: L. Cahill 1-2, M. Cleary 0-4, T. Dunne 0-4, N. English 0-2, L. McGrath and J. Leahy 0-1 each. Waterford scores: P. Flynn 1-5, J. Brenner 0-3, T. Fives, P. Queally and K. McGrath 0-1 each. Tipperary: B. Cummins; G. Friend, P. Shelly, M. Ryan; R. Ryan, Colm Bonnar, B. Carroll; M. Cleary, B. O’Meara; L. Cahill, L. McGrath, J. Leahy; D. Ryan, N. English, T. Dunne. Subs: P. Fox for B. O’Meara; Conal Bonnar for R. Ryan; K. Kennedy for D. Ryan. Waterford: R. Barry; S. Cullinane, D. Byrne, T. Feeney; T. Browne, F. Hartley, S. Frampton; J. Brenner, T. Fives; S. Daly, K. McGrath, B. O’Sullivan; J. Beresford, P. Flynn, P. Queally. Subs: M. Hickey for J. Beresford; D. McGrath for B. O’Sullivan; P. Walsh for P. Queally. Referee: D. Murphy (Wexford).

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Teams of Times Gone By BALLYDUFF UPPER SENIOR HURLING TEAM Year: 1996. Date: Sunday, April 7th. Team: Ballyduff. Opposition: De La Salle. Competition: First round senior hurling championship. Venue Fraher Field. Half-Time Score: De La Salle 0-5; Ballyduff 0-5. Full Time Score: DeLa Salle 3-7; Ballyduff 1-8. Referee: Pat Walsh (Fourmilewater). John Twomey; M. Barry, Mossie Casey, F. Hickey; Pat Molomphy, Tom Feeney, Ger Feeney; Paudie Prendergast, Michael Drislane; Donal Hannon, G. Quirke, G. Hickey; Michael Walsh, E. Hickey, Brendan Hannon. Sub: Eugene Flynn for Pat Molomphy. Scorers: Michael Walsh 0-8, Brendan Hannon 1-0.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 11 Forecasts. 5 Correct. 6 Incorrect. Success Rate : 45.5 %. This Week’s Forecasts: County SFC: Stradbally v (Rathgormack), Kilrossanty v (Brickeys), Ballinameela v (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg), Ballinacourty v (An Rinn), Ardmore v (St. Saviours), Nire v (Gaultier). County JFSA: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (Brickeys), Gaultier v (Kilrossanty), Rathgormack v (Stradbally). West I FC: Nire v (Dungarvan), Modeligo v (Ballinacourty), Geraldines v (Ballyduff). West JPFC: Sliabh gCua v (Shamrocks), Tallow v (Affane), Sean Phobail v (Lismore), Emmetts v (Balliinacourty). West JFIA: Ballysaggart v (Melleray), Kilgobinet v (Geraldines). To Date: 112 Forecasts. 70 Correct. 42 Incorrect. Success Rate: 62.5%.

Aine Power, Katie Doyle, Ella Hennessy and Emily Quinlan were also enjoying the Waterford Camogie Board Easter Camp in the Abbeyside GAA Ground. [Noel Browne]

Lawlors Hotel Western Premier Junior Football Championship

Shamrock’s scoring spree serves notice Shamrocks ………… 5-17; Tallow ………………… 1-5. THIS game never lived up to the pre match expectations that it was going to be a close affair between the two neighbouring teams. The match was over as a contest when the evergreen Eoin Murphy pounced for the second goal for the Knockanore based team in the 19th minute to leave the Shamrocks ahead at this stage by 2-6 to 0-1. All but two points of the Shamrocks total came from play. Tallow never gave up in this game and they were rewarded with a well taken goal from Paul O'Brien in the 27th minute to leave the half time score Shamrocks 3-9; Tallow 1-1. Tallow recorded the first score of the second half when Paul O'Brien pointed. This was as good as it got for Tallow and their forward line did not get any change from a tight Shamrocks backline. This game was played in a very good sporting manner and it was well controlled by a confident referee who had to issue three yellow cards and one black card to Jason Ahearne of the Shamrocks in

the 59th minute for pulling his opponent to the ground as Tallow bore down on goal. On this display Shamrocks could well have a say in this year’s championship but it is early days yet. Shamrocks: C. O'Keeffe, S. Murphy, J. Ahearne, B. Harnedy, C. Herlihy, A. Crawford, P. Roche, S. Roche (1-2), J. Leahy (0-1), B. Kelleher (1-4), J. O'Donovan (0-1), P. Ahearne (2-3), C. Roche (0-3), S. Lucey (0-3), E. Murphy (1-0). Subs. K. O'Farrell for P. Roche, A. Kelly for S. Murphy, M. O'Neill for J. Donovan, M. Delaney for B. Harnedy, J.A. Kelly for C. O'Keeffe, B. Harnedy for J. Aherane (Black card). Tallow: D. Tobin, A. Curley, J. Tobin, E. Hickey, K. Henley, K. Fraser, J. Neville, K. Geary, S. O'Sullivan, E. Sheehan, M. Curley, P. O'Brien (1-3), J. Henley (0-1), S. Barry, S. Gleeson. Subs. J. Power for A. Curley, M. Murphy (0-1) for E. Sheehan, S. Ryan for J. Neville, D. Mangan for K. Geary, N. Condon for E. Hickey. Referee: Tadhg Tobin

(Brickey Rangers).

Molumby’s goal the difference Affane ……………… 1-11; Lismore …………… 0-12. A FIRST half cracker of a goal by Andy Molumby proved to be the difference between these evenly matched teams in this first round junior football championship local derby encounter in Ballyduff last Friday evening. Affane led by 1-5 to 0-6 at the break and despite the second half ending level, Joe Tobn’s charges could just not get past the Affane defence for a much needed green flag. It was good to see Lismore back in football action after a few years’ absence and they may well yet have a say in this championship before the year is out. They were well served by such as Ray Barry, Paudie Prendergast, Micheal Fitzgerald, Dan Shanahan, Jack Prendergast and Seanie Barry while Paul Murray, in goal, Mark Prendergast at

centre back, Keith Landers, Andy Molumby, Tommy McCarthy and Killian O’Sullivan were instrumental in getting Affane into the winner’s enclosure. Affane have potential in this grade and they will also have players such as Aaron O’Sullivan, Evan McCarthy, Shane Murray, Damien McCarthy and David Cahillane to call on later on in the championship. Affane: Paul Murray; P. J. Curran, Killian Denn, Colin Landers; Shane Coughlan, Mark Prendergast, Nathan O’Mahony; Richard Scanlon, Keith Landers; Sean Cullinane, Andy Molumby, Jack Mangan; Tommy McCarthy, Killian O’Sullivan, Brian Crotty. Subs: Colin Looby, Timmy Looby. Lismore: Stevie Barry; Jack Prendergast, Philip O’Keeffe, Evan Roche; Peter O’Keeffe, Dan Shanahan, Micheal Fitzgerald; Jordan Shanahan, Ronan Landers; Paudie Prendergast, Seanie Barry, Sean Reaney; Craig Tobin, John Prendergast, Ray Barry. Sub: Mark Roche. Referee: Timmy O’Keeffe (Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg).

Waterford GAA Results & Fixtures JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Junior Football Senior Attached Championship: Clashmore Kinsalebeg 4-7; Ballinameela 0-6 An Rinn 1-9; Rathgormack 0-11 Brickey Rangers 3-10; St. Saviour's 3-4 Gaultier 2-7; Stradbally 1-8 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football Championship Group A: Stradbally 1-10; Ballinameela 1-5 Rathgormack 1-7; Brickey Rangers 0-8 Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship: The Nire 3-9; Ballinacourty 1-7 Geraldines 1-8; Dungarvan 1-7 Modeligo 1-12; Ballyduff Upper 0-8 Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Football League - Group A: Kilmacthomas 2-16; John Mitchels 1-6 Kill 2-13; Dunhill 1-11 Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Football League - Group B: Tramore 2-8; Newtown 0-8 Portlaw W/O St. Molleran's U-16 F Division 1: Tramore 5-5; An Ghaeltacht 3-11 County U16 F Division 3: Ferrybank W/O Clashmore Kinsalebeg Portlaw / Ballyduff 5-15; St. Saviour's 5-3 St. Saviour's 5-8; Ferrybank 3-4 Ardmore 5-10; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 0-2

County U-16 F Division 2: Rathgormack W/O Clan na Gael St Mary's Juvenile 1-8; Stradbally 1-7 St Patrick's 3-9; Brickey Rangers 2-10 Kilrosanty 3-7; St. Patrick's 1-7 Stradbally W/O Clan na Gael Rathgormack 1-14; Dungarvan 1-7 St. Mary's Juvenile 2-8; Brickey Rangers 1-5 Lawlors Hotel West Junior Football Premier Championship: Affane 1-11; Lismore 0-12 Shamrocks 5-17; Tallow 1-5 PP U-14 H Roinn B: St. Declans Kilmacthomas 2-10; St Augustines 0-6 St. Paul’s Community College Waterford 4-13; Waterpark College Waterford 0-4 PP Snr H A: Blackwater Community School Lismore 0-0; St Augustine’s College Abbeyside 0-0 County U-13 Football Division 1 Paddy O'Grady U-13 F sponsored by Cathal Wall: Cois Bhride 2-11; Ballinacourty 2-3 St. Patrick's 5-6; Cois Bhride 1-6 County U-14 F Division 1 Lawlor's Hotel: Tramore 4-2; Gaultier 1-2 Ballinacourty 4-7; Dungarvan 2-2 The Nire 5-6; An Ghaeltacht 0-9 West U-14 F Division 2 Lawlor's Hotel: St. Patrick's 2-8; Stradbally 1-3

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

This Week’s County and Western Board Fixtures JJ KAVANAGH & SONS CO. SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Ballinacourty v An Rinn in Fraher Field on Friday, 15th April at 8 p.m. St. Saviours v Ardmore in Fraher Field on Saturday, 16th April at 6.30 p.m. Brickey Rangers v Kilrossanty in Fraher Field on Saturday, 16th April at 8 p.m. Stradbally v Rathgormack in Leamybrien on Tuesday, 19th April at 8 p.m. Gaultier v The Nire in St. Mollerans on Tuesday, 19th April at 8 p.m. Ballinameela v Clashmore Kinsalebeg in Fraher Field on Tuesday, 19th April at 8 p.m. Only four of the twelve senior teams got to play last weekend so there is not much form to go on in the lead-up to this week’s fixtures. On last year’s form, Ballinacourty should have the measure of a Donie Breathnach less An Rinn while Ardmore have the opportunity to get two points on the board against St. Saviours in the Fraher Field. Brickeys will be facing a Kilrossanty team anxious to repeat last year’s form and they should collect both points here against a Brickey fifteen that only scored one point from play against Rathgormack. Stradbally should have the measure of Rathgormack in Leamybrien on Tuesday as will the Nire be expected to see off Gaultier in Carrigbeg. The closest game of round 2 could well be the local derby between Ballinameela and Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. Ballinameela have a tough championship game behind them and this may get them over the line against a Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg side hoping to return to their form of two years ago. JJ KAVANAGH & SONS CO. JUNIOR FOOTBALL (Senior Attached) Championship Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v Brickey Rangers in Clashmore on Friday, 15th April at 7 p.m.

Gaultier v Kilrossanty in Gaultier on Friday, 15th April at 7 p.m. Rathgormack v Stradbally in Rathgormack on Friday, 15th April at 7 p.m. Both Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg and Brickeys enjoyed comfortable wins last weekend and they go head-tohead this Friday to see which one of them will top the table after two rounds. With home advantage, Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg may shade this one while Gaultier and Kilrossanty are in a similar situation and Gaultier may also drive on to the top of the table. Both Rathgormack and Stradbally lost the last day out and the Reds also lost two players to their senior team so Rathgormack can take full advantage of this at home on Friday.

SARGENT CUP ROUND 1 (Postponed Game) Roanmore v Portlaw in Portlaw on Saturday, 16th April at 2.30 p.m.

WESTERN BOARD FIXTURES RADLEY ENGINEERING INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Friday, 15th April Intermediate Football Nire V Dungarvan at Bushy Park7.30 p.m. Wednesday, 13th April Intermediate Football Ballinacourty V Modeligo at Abbeyside 8 p.m. Saturday, 16th April Intermediate Football Geraldines V Ballyduff at Lismore 7 p.m. Nire and Modeligo were the two most impressive teams in the intermediate championship last weekend and they will be fancied to continue their winning form against Dungarvan and Ballinacourty respectively in round 2. Geraldines held out against Dungarvan in Bushy Park last weekend and if they

can perform for the full hour in Lismore on Saturday they should maintain their winning sequence against a Ballyduff side that are always capable at the same time of beating any team in this grade.

LAWLORS HOTEL PREMIER JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP All Games Saturday, April 16th. Junior Football Premier An Sean Phobal V Lismore at Bushy Park 7 p.m. Junior Football Premier Tallow V Affane at Ballyduff 7 pm Junior Football Premier Sliabh gCua V Shamrocks at Clashmore 7.30 p.m. Junior Football Premier Emmetts V Ballinacourty at Dungarvan Club Grds - 3 p.m. Shamrocks were the surprise packet in this championship last weekend with a huge win over a fancied Tallow fifteen. Sliabh gCua will test their true credentials on Saturday and if they produce another good performance here, they will be short listed for this year’s title. Sliabh gCua will be difficult to beat though as will Sean Phobail against Lismore and Emmetts against Ballinacourty’s third team. The closest game could well be between Tallow and Affane with a big surge expected from Tallow after their disappointing performance against Shamrocks.

LAWLORS HOTEL JUNIOR FOOTBALL Intermediate Attached Junior Football Intermediate Attached Kilgobinet V Geraldines at Bohadoon 7 p.m. Junior Football Intermediate Attached Ballysaggart V Melleray at venue TBC 7 p.m. There was no fixture in this championship last week while Kilgobinet should have the measure of Geraldines’ second team and Ballysaggart will be fancied to beat Melleray.

ALLIANZ NATIONAL HURLING LEAGUE SEMI-FINAL

Hurlers seek immediate return to League Final AS reigning champions, Waterford have the opportunity in Thurles to claim back-to-back spots in the Allianz NHL final when they take on Limerick in Semple Stadium Thurles this Sunday, April 17th at 2 p.m. Westmeath referee Barry Kelly will be the man in the middle for this all Munster clash, with a throw in time of 2 p.m. The Déise line-out is expected to follow the same trend as in all of our league games bar the Galway one in what will be a 50/50 game against the Shannonsiders. Stephen O’Keeffe will man the Waterford goal and in general play he has been one of the best goalkeepers in the country for the past couple of years. His presence under a dropping ball, his reflex saves, and his distribution have all been of a very high calibre and he’s one of the major contributors to Waterford’s rising fortunes. He admits himself it helps when you have the benefit of a defence as organised as this Waterford one in front of you. “I suppose the main one is that you're left with a lot less one-on-one situations. You feel less exposed,” says O’Keeffe. “In fairness that's mainly down to the backs being absolutely touch-tight. They've been brilliant so far. We've got a lot of time to gel together even myself I think Barry Coughlan has been fullback behind me on every team I have played on. There is a huge familiarity there and everyone knows each other's games. It makes even communicating split-second decisions much easier.” Waterford made impressive progress last year, but if they are to progress further they need to complement

their supreme defensive organisation with a greater cutting edge in attack. There have been signs so far this year that evolution is underway, chiefly thanks to the impact of exciting young players like Patrick Curran and Shane Bennett. “Absolutely, he's (Curran) been huge,” says O’Keeffe. “He got a few runs last year but he's really stepped up as one of the leaders of the forwards this year. He's been excellent, he's taken over some of the frees when he's been needed as well, he's nailed nine out of ten of them. He's a huge lad, the likes of Shane Bennett stepping up as well this year, he's been a big plus, Pauric Mahony recovering from injury too. There's options there. "In fairness to Shane he was doing his Leaving Cert last year so you tend to forget how young some of the lads are. In fairness to them they seem to take it in their stride. They're the lads who are stepping up as leaders. It's not necessarily the lads who are just older, so it's great.” Waterford manager Derek McGrath expressed a concern at the start of the year that the extra expectation surrounding his team in 2016 might weight heavily on the youngest shoulders in the panel, but so far there has been little sign of that. “Yeah, I don't think so,” says O’Keeffe. “In fairness our younger lads are very good at blocking out the outside expectation. It can be a very dangerous thing listening to popular opinion, outside. It can either be too negative or too positive, it's rarely on the money about what your abilities are. You just put the head down and take every game at a time.”

The Deise made their intentions very clear from the very first match of the League campaign by beating reigning All-Ireland Champions Kilkenny in Walsh Park. It was the perfect start and O’Keeffe admits avenging their 2015 All-Ireland semifinal defeat to the Cats gave everyone in the panel a serious confidence boost. “Yeah, absolutely. To be fair it's a fair statement to say Kilkenny didn't have a huge amount of training behind them. But still to get the win down in Walsh Park gives the team massive confidence, some of the younger lads really growing up weren't seeing too many victories. Obviously, it all plays in and it kicked us on for thankfully we won our next two games too. It was in no small part to that win.” The latest test of Waterford’s credentials comes on Sunday against Limerick in the Allianz Hurling League semi-final. O’Keeffe knows the Shannonsiders will pose a stiff test, and that if they can overcome it then another win will generate further vital momentum ahead of the Championship campaign. THE LIMERICK VIEWPOINT All in the Limerick set-up, were the first to stress that the Allianz Hurling League quarter-final win over Dublin needed to be the launch pad and not the high-point of 2016. “We move on to Sunday’s semi-final game because we aren’t going to get carried away or anything. We know that we still have a lot to work on,” insisted Limerick captain Nickey Quaid. LIMERICK SAY HANNON IS A DOUBTFUL STARTER Declan Hannon could be

set to miss Sunday’s Allianz Hurling League semi-final with a recurrence of an old injury. Limerick’s leading scorer in the league, Hannon missed the quarter-final win over Dublin. It has emerged that the Adare man is receiving treatment for an ankle injury – the same injury that saw him miss the 2014 league campaign after underdoing surgery in December 2013 to clean out ‘floating bone’ in his ankle. A recurrence of this injury saw him miss the win over Dublin two weeks ago and his training has been curtailed since. THE OUTCOME Recent games, and there hasn’t been many between Waterford and Limerick have been close run affairs and Sunday’s should be no exception. Limerick weren’t phased by playing in Division 1B when they ousted Dublin in the quarter-final away from home in Parnell Park. They are a quality side with a potent forward division and the return of Na Piarsaigh contingent after winning the All Ireland club final will have boosted their winning ambitions further. Waterford will be seeking to return to their pre-Wexford form and if they can manage this, then we can expect a humdinger of a game with Derek McGrath’s charges experience overall in Division 1A this season getting them over the line by the shortest of heads. Forecast: Waterford. LIVE ON GAA BEO Both semi-finals will be aired live on GAA Beo this Sunday with TG4 once again giving us unrivalled coverage of GAA games. Waterford game starts at 2.00 p.m. followed by Clare v Kilkenny at 4 p.m.

Waterford Ladies Football

Waterford overcome Roscommon in final league game WATERFORD completed their LIDL Division 3 campaign with a hard-earned win over Roscommon team. Played in very windy conditions on a very heavy pitch at Padraig Pearse’s GAA club, Waterford used their advantage of the elements in the first half to lead at the break by ten points on a score-line of 0-12 to Roscommon’s 0-2. Waterford’s scorers in the first half being Liz Devine 0-3, Michelle Ryan 0-3, Sinead Ryan 0-2, Caoimhe McGrath 0-1 and Emma Murray 0-1. Roscommon aided by a strong wind in the second half cut the deficit but two goals from the Deise

girls one from Liz Devine and the other from team captain Sinéad Ryan settled the game as a contest to leave the Déise girls winners on a final score of Waterford 2-12 Roscommon 0-8. This win ensures a 100% record in the league with seven wins from seven games and sets up an intriguing semi final clash with Leitrim next weekend. The teams last met in February in Ardmore when the Déise girls recorded a thirteen point win over their Connacht rivals who admittedly were very understrength. Leitrim since then have been very impressive scoring thirteen goals and 43 points in their last four matches.

Waterford should have enough fire power to qualify for a third successive league final but will need to keep a close eye on the Leitrim forwards especially Áine Tighe, Michelle Guckian and Carla Le Guen. DEISE DAY AT PUNCHESTOWN Saturday, 30th April, 2016 The Punchestown Irish National Hunt Festival is one of the highlights of the Irish sporting and social calendar. The 5 day racing festival takes place from Tuesday 26th to Saturday, 30th April, 2016. Waterford GAA and Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football Association have teamed up and will hold

Deise Day at Punchestown on Saturday, April 30th.Tickets for the day are on sale now at €150 per person/€1,500 for a table of 10: Ticket price includes - Admission and reserved enclosure badge; Four course meal with complimentary wine; Racecard; Afternoon Tea; Live music - The Cider Wasps; Private Betting and Bar Facilities; MC Ted Walsh Jnr. BUS TO AND FROM PUNCHESTOWN We are organising a bus to and from Punchestown racecourse, pick up times - 9 a.m - Lady Belle Pub Dungarvan, 9.30 a.m - Crotty’s bar Lemybrien (Car Park) and 10.10 a.m. at the Granville Hotel

Waterford. Bus price €10 per person. To secure your tickets and place on our bus, tickets must be purchased no later than Friday, 15th April. WHERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS Tickets can be purchased from any of the Deise day committee John Jackson, John Jeff Murphy, Patricia Ferncombe, Nicky Sheehan, Michael Ryan, Anthony Walsh, Pat Grant & Lisa Cronin or else from the Lady Belle Pub, Dungarvan, or alternatively contact Edel, secretary Deise Day committee email: deiseday15secretary@yahoo.com or mobile 086-0777617.

GOLF CLASSIC A sincere thank you to all who purchased tickets for our raffle in conjunction with our Golf Classic which will be held in Dungarvan Golf Club on the 15th and 16th April. Time sheets for the classic available from Trish Fitzgerald at 0861664215. Teams of 4 for €120. A sincere thank you also to the main sponsors of the event: The Park Hotel, Munster Signs & Print, Adrian Hansbury Building Contractor and Fairway Coaches and also to everybody who sponsored tee boxes. Your continuing support for ladies football in Waterford is greatly appreciated

GAA CLUB NOTES

Brickey Rangers LOTTO No winner of €1,300 jackpot numbers drawn: 4-16-23-29. €25 to each of the following: Roy Ware, Austin + Johnny Cooney, Micheal Barry & Catherine Nugent. Next week’s jackpot is €1,450. Draw will be held in The Local Bar. Yearly Lotto tickets are now expired and can be renewed with the usual promoters. JJ KAVANAGH & SONS SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Brickey Rangers 0-8; Rathgormack 1-7. After 19 minutes we found ourselves 0-6 to 0-1 down. However, the next 10 minutes saw the scoreboard ticking for the Brickeys with two points from frees from Cormac O’Grady and a point from Mark Scanlan narrowed the gap to twoat 0-6 to 0-4. However a goal for Rathgormack just before half-time really took the wind from our sails going in at the break 1-6 to 0-4. Brickeys came out all guns blazing after the break and had the margin just down to one point on 54 minutes on a scoreline of 1-6 to 0-8 with scores form Shane McGrath and three points from frees from Cormac O’Grady yet again. With the gap down to one and Rathgormack down to 14 men after a second yellow, things were looking up. But with some bad wides and good defending from Rathgormack kept the Brickeys at bay. With a final point from a free by Rathgormack that was that and it finished 1-7 to 0-8. A good performance all round and on another day could have been a result that went our way. However, the lads can hold their heads high and drive on as there is plenty of games left in the campaign. Team: Tommy Lynch, Phillip Walsh, Conor Phelan, Johnny Cooney, Shane Mc Grath, Davy Ryan, Cathal Curran, Ciaran O’Neill, Cormac Curran, Cormac O’Grady, David Hickey, Mark Scanlan, Mark Cummins, Emmet Gaffney, Carthach Shalloe. Subs used: Ryan O’Neill, Carthach Barry and Diarmuid Tobin.

We now play Kilrossanty in the second round on Saturday night in Fraher Field at 8 p.m. JJ KAVANAGH & SONS CO. JUNIOR FOOTBALL SENIOR ATTACHED CHAMPIONSHIP Brickey Rangers 3-11; St. Saviours 3-4. Our Junior Footballers got their campaign off to a good start on Friday evening in Bushy Park with a scoreline of 3-8 to 0-2 to Brickeys. At halftime with two goals from Conor Morrissey and one from Gavin Flynn. However, the clubhouse end was the scoring goal as St. Saviours came back into the game in the second half scoring three goals. But the Brickeys held out for the victory on a scoreline of 3-11 to 3-4. It was great to see the mixture of young and old on the team on the night hopefully it will continue like that throughout the campaign. Team: Mark Shalloe, Kevin McCarthy, Ray Landers, Darragh O’Grady, Richard Halpin, Kevin Walsh, Darragh Herlihy, Olan Casey, Micheal Gee, Christy Power, Jamie Kiely, Conor Morrissey, Cian O’Halloran, Tadhg Tobin, Gavin Flynn Subs used: Laurence Houlihan, Noah Whelan, William Barron, John Blackwell, Ian Walsh, Conor Walsh.

We now play Clashmore in the second round on Friday night in Clashmore at 8 pm. JUVENILE NOTES Training: We have a training schedule for the juvenilles, this is subject to change but for the coming weeks the following is the plan U-16 football-Wednesday at 7.15 on the pitch. U-14 and U-13 - Football and Hurling training at 6 - 7:30 pm Fridays (please bring all relevant gear) U-12 and U-11 - Hurling at 7 pm Tuesdays U-10 and U-9 - Football at 6 pm Tuesdays. U-8 Football and Hurling at 10 am-11:30 am Saturdays U-12 Hurling: Our U-12's had their first league game last Friday evening in Ballymacarbry against Fourmilewater. The Brickey boys put up a great challenge against a very good Fourmilewater team. U-14 Football: The U-14 football match scheduled for next Sunday V Stradbally has been brought forward to the earlier time of 10 am to facilitate players/parents wishing to travel to the hurling league semi-final. All players are asked to be togged out by 9.30 a.m. Féile Fundraising: A table quiz will be held in West Waterford Golf Club on Friday, 22nd April, all Féile participants will need to fill a table. Quiz will start at 9 p.m. Hope to see you all there.

Nire/Fourmilewater COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Unfortunately, our scheduled opening game in this year's senior football championship against Ardmore fell foul of the weather last weekend. WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP The Nire 3-9; Ballinacourty 1-7. Well done to our intermediate footballers who opened their Western championship campaign with an excellent 8 point victory over Ballinacourty. Trailing 1-4 to 1-2 at half time, the boys used the elements in the 2nd half to run out comfortable winners: Team: S. Mullins, J. Mulcahy, S. Ryan, J. Guiry, A.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Condon, S. Ryan, L. Cooney, C. Looney, D. Meehan (01), D. Murphy (1-1), C. Power (0-1), K. Brazil (1-2), D. Nugent, S. O’Meara (1-3) and J. P. Fitzgerald (0-1). Subs: C. Walsh for L. Cooney, P. A. Meehan for J. P. Fitz, L. Carroll for D. Nugent, S. Ryan for Stephen Ryan, E. Wall for S. O’Meara. O. O’Gorman, A. McGrath, C. Hennessy, C. Ryan and D. Ryan.

THE CUBE MAY 14th The Cube is one of the most popular and entertaining game shows shown on TV and now it is coming to Ballymacarbry Community Centre! Could a member of your club defeat the Cube and win €1,000 for your club or organisation? Can you defeat the Cube yourself? Nire/Fourmilewater GAA club are holding this fundraiser for the development of our field and dressing rooms, which are currently under construction. This fundraiser is a joint venture with Ballymacarbry ladies football and will take place on the 14th of May, 2016 in Ballymacarbry Community Centre. We are looking for 32 competitors to enter the Cube and compete for prize money of €1,000. It will be €200 to enter the Cube and the competitors will compete in semi-finals before a final will take place between the best competitors and they will have the chance to win €1,000! Who can enter? Absolutely anyone! We welcome any club, charity or individuals who wish to nominate themselves, a club member or someone else to compete for the prize money on the night! Wouldn't it be nice to win €1,000 for your club? Or you could even win €1,000 for yourself! All you have to do is defeat the Cube! This event is open to all ages and there will be refreshments, a raffle and further activities on the night. Tickets will cost €10 for entry. If you are interested in participating or securing tickets, please contact any member of The Nire, Fourmilewater or Ballymac Ladies MEMBERSHIP Membership is a huge source of finance for every club. We are also aware of the considerable financial pressure on all families. However no club can survive without this vital revenue stream. On the registration night we will be offering a number of options of paying your annual membership. The most attractive of these is our direct debit scheme. This has proved popular with quite a number of families. This method of payment will ensure free family membership of Nire/Fourmilewater clubs, weekly lotto ticket for both clubs and 1 annual Deise draw ticket where you could win the top monthly prize of €10,000. The club is appealing to members to show their support which will then enable us fulfil our targeted goals and enable us compete at the highest possible levels both on and off the playing pitches. A direct debit mandate if you choose to that method of payment and a membership form, that we ask you to complete. WATERFORD MINOR FOOTBALL Best of luck to the Waterford Minor Footballers against Kerry this evening. The Nire is once again well represented with David Nugent selector. Players Shane O’Meara, Liam Cooney, Tom Barron, Ciaran Walsh and Dylan Guiry. WATERFORD SENIOR HURLERS Best of luck to Jamie Barron, Conor Gleeson and the Waterford hurlers in next Sunday's league semi final against Limerick in Thurles at 2 p.m. WATERFORD MINOR HURLERS Hard luck to Dylan Guiry and the Waterford minor hurling team on their defeat to Cork last week. Hopefully, they will have better luck against Tipperary in a few weeks time. 2015 COUNTY U-21B COUNTY HURLING FINAL The county U-21B Hurling final v Portlaw has been fixed for Sunday, May 1st at 1 p.m. in Walsh Park. However, if Waterford reach the National Hurling League final, this game will be be rescheduled. FOURMILEWATER 45 CARD RESULTS Winners: Jim Skehan and Michael Nugent; Catherine Whelan and Helen Ryan. Lucky tables: Eddie Byrne and Kathleen Coleman; Ollie and Seamus O’Neill. FOURMILEWATER WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT No winner. Five €30 winners: James O’Donnell, Lizzie Walsh, Eliza fitzpatrick, Brian Wall, Jim Wall. Numbers drawn 3, 10, 18. Next week’s jackpot €1,650. NIRE WEEKLY LOTTO RESULTS Numbers drawn : 10, 24, 25. No winner. One x €100 Winner Ellen Kelly. Next week’s Jackpot €3,000. WESTERN JUNIOR A HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Dates for your diary: Friday, April 29th v Abbeyside in Colligan at 7:30 pm Saturday, 14th May v Tourin in Colligan at 7:30 pm WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Round 5: Nire 3-9; Ballinacourty 1-7 played on Friday, April 8th in Fraher Field. NEW WEBPAGE Delighted to announce that at last the Nire/Fourmilewater webpage is up and running. You can access the page at http://www.nirefourmilewater.gaa.ie The webpage is in its infancy and over the coming days and weeks we will be updating it. Please be patient but at least we are on the World

Brickey Rangers Under 10 Football team – Back (l. to r.): Katelyn Gardiner, Aaron Quinn, Harvey Ahearn, Daithi Colleran, Daniel Coonan, Callum Whelan. Front (l. to r.): Cormac Deevy, Mark Donovan, Tom Feerick, Ian Holmes, Sean Kearney, Diarmuid Power. Wide Web!. Spread the word. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILE NOTES Feile Na Gael: This year's Feile Na Gael is being held in Waterford/ Tipperary. The Féile will be launched here in Ballymacarbry in April and we will also be hosting a team. Our excellent U14 hurling team will be proudly representing our parish and the Millfield will be a hive of activity in June. Raffle: Currently we are selling lines for a raffle for a signed Waterford jersey to raise funds for our juvenile club.This fundraiser is to assist with our Feile squad who will compete in this years Feila na nGael. All your help is appreciated. Feile Na Gael Draw: The draw for the Feile took place last week in Clonmel. Fourmilewater have been drawn in division two with St Mary's of Clonmel along with the Offaly and Westmeath Champions. Fourmilewater are delighted to host the Offaly champions. Membership: Please note that you can avail of free membership by signing up to the Club's Direct Debit scheme, which at the same time, be supporting the club's main fundraisers i.e. Weekly lotto and Deise Draw, all for as little as €4.25 per week. If you would like more information of if you have any queries in relation to the above, please do not hesitate to contact Ger Walsh at 087 6713642 or Deirdre O'Meara at 087 0689929. U-12 Hurling: Congratulations to our U-12 hurling team who had a hard fought victory over a tough Brickey Rangers side last Friday evening. U-14 Football: Well done to our U-14 footballers who defeated An Gaeltacht last Saturday evening. Replica Jerseys: Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616. 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. Training – U-13: Our U-13 Train every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Milfield €1. U-11/12: Our U-11/12 training continues every Monday between 6-7 p.m. €1. Our U-10/11's training continues every Thursday between 5/6 p.m. in community centre. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Friday between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the community centre. 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.

An Coilligeán / Na h-Emmetigh WESTERN JUNIOR (PREMIER) FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our opening round Western JFC (Premier) game against neighbours Sliabh gCua was called off due to the inclement weather conditions last Sunday afternoon. The game will be rescheduled by the Western Board. This weekend sees us face a formidable Ballinacourty side in what’ll be both sides first Championship tie, the game goes ahead in Dungarvan club grounds on Saturday afternoon next (April 16th), with throwin at 3.00 p.m. This has been brought forward from Sunday afternoon, due to Waterford’s Allianz NHL semi-final clash with Limerick.

CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Quill’s Master McGrath Bar on Monday, April 4th last. The numbers drawn were 1, 8, 11 & 20. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Liam Collendar, Carmel O’Neill, Biddy Flynn, and Kevin Foley. The €20 promoters prize went to Johnny Wall, last Monday night’s (11/4) Jackpot was worth €11,800. ALLIANZ NHL SEMI-FINAL All roads lead to Semple Stadium, Thurles on Sunday afternoon next as Waterford take on Limerick in the opening National hurling league semi-final at 2:00 pm. Here’s wishing all the panel, and especially our own Colin Dunford the very best of luck in this one. I’m sure there’ll be plenty of local support heading to Tipp on Sunday. Port Láirge Abú! MUNSTER MFC QUARTER-FINAL Best of luck to Gavin Whelan who is a selector with the Waterford Minor footballers who have the daunting task of facing All-Ireland champions Kerry in the Munster Quarter-Final this evening (Wednesday) in Fraher Field, throw-in at 7:00pm. UNDER-AGE ACTIVITY St. Pats U-13 footballers (assisted by Naomh Bríd) made it three wins from three in Division 1 of the newly adopted all-County Championship following another impressive win away to Cois Bhride on Saturday afternoon last. The U-16 footballers suffered a 3-7 to 1-7 defeat at the hands of Kilrossanty in their Division 2 Co. Championship game in Leamybrien. This weekend it’s the turn of the U-14 footballers who face Cois Bhride in the Western Championship (Division 2). This game has been brought forward to Saturday evening at 5.00 p.m. in Bohadoon.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in last Saturday's lotto draw were 7-13-15-17, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Liam Motherway, Mary O'Neill, Michael Delaney, James Buckley, Peter Morrisson. Next week's jackpot will be €13,800. JFC: Shamrocks 5-17, Tallow 1-5 Shamrocks footballers opened their championship campaign with a comprehensive win over neighbours Tallow in Lismore last Saturday. Goals from Shane Roche, Bernie Kelleher and Paidi Ahearne plus points from Colm Roche gave us a commanding half-time lead which we weren't going to lose. We continued to score at will with further goals from Paidi and Stevie Lucey to run out convincing winners. I can't remember when a Shamrocks football team last scored 5-17 (if ever), it just shows what they can do when they have a full team to choose from. Their next match is this Friday evening at 7.30 against Sliabh gCua in Clashmore. Panel: Ciaran O'Keeffe, Sean Murphy, Jason Ahearne, Brian Harnedy, Cathal Herlihy, Adam Crawford, Padraig Roche, Shane Roche, Joe Leahy, Padraig Ahearne, John O'Donovan, Bernie Kelleher, Colm Roche, Stevie Lucey, Eoin Murphy, Kelvyn O'Farrell, Alan Kelly, John A. Kelly, Mike O'Neill.

GET WELL SOON Best wishes to club supporters Jonjoe McGrath and Micheal "Haulie" Collins who are recovering from illness. Get well soon lads. JFC V SLIABH gCUA Once again this game has been moved to Friday night in Clashmore at 7.30 pm. DEISE TAKE ON LIMERICK Defending champions Waterford take on Limerick in the first of the League semi-finals in Thurles this Sunday at 2 p.m. It's been a very

good year so far for Derek McGrath's team with just the one blip against Dublin. I think the Shannonsiders will be a huge test for the Deise, but if they can negotiate that I think they will be in for a great year. 'Hon the Deise'!

John John Mitchels Mitchels INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We played Kilmacthomas in our second League game Saturday evening. It was a horrible wet evening. Kilmacthomas raced into at 1-3 lead before we had drawn a second breath. For the remainder of the half it was nip and tuck to leave the half time score 1-6 to 0-3. The second half started well with an early goal from Robbie Power. Points from play to helping to get within 2 with 15 mins to go. However, this was as good as it got with Kilmacthomas scoring a second goal and adding points late on to run out easy winners. 2-13 to 1-7. We have two more games to play in the league but at the moment we have two played and two losses. TRAINING After a defeat there is two roads one can take. Sit and moan or work harder to improve. Only time will tell what decision is made! Training Tuesday and Thursday this week at 7.30 p.m. UNDERAGE Our u-10's travelled to Carriganore Saturday morning for a blitz. With the sun on our backs they played St. Mary’s, Tramore and Rathgormack. The team put in a great effort on the day. It was their first outing of the year. We'll done to all involved. Training is now in full swing on Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. CLUB MEETING Thursday at 8.30 p.m. in Fews we will hold our April meeting. This is where we make decisions regarding all aspects of the club. Don't always leave it to the same people!

CLG na C.L.G. NaRinne Rinne PEIL SINSIR Cuireadh an chéad babhta den craobh comórtas peile sinsir in aghaidh Gaill Tír ar ceal an Domhnach seo caite de bharr droch aimsir. Ní fios go fóill cathain a imreodh an cluiche seo. Tugfaimid aghaidh ar Baile na Cúirte i babhta a dó an Aoine seo 15/4/16 i bPáirc Uí Fhearachair ag 8 p.m. PEIL SÓISIR Thugamar aghaidh ar Ráth Ó gCormac an Aoine seo caite i bPáirc Uí Shíothcháin.Tar éis cluiche maith oscailte bhí an bua againn le cúilín amháin, An Rinn 1-9; Ráth Ó gCormac 0-11. LOTTO Torthaí lotto 4/4/16. Uimhreacha: 7, 11, 14, 16. Bhí buaiteoir againn an Luan seo caite. Ba mhaith le gach aoinne sa chlub comhgháirdeachas a ghabháil go dtí Willie de Paor ón tSean Phobail a bhuaigh an €12,000. Comhgháirdeachas chomh maith le Deirdre Nic an Óige a bhuaigh €500 duais an díoltóra. Bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas €25 an duine chomh maith: Helen Kelly, Helvick, Máire Uí Mhurchadha, Poll a Phúca, Lorraine Byrne. Tosnóidh an pota óir nua ag €2,600 an tseachtain seo chugainn agus is i dTigh an Cheoil a bheidh an tarraingt. MAIDIN CAIFE Beidh Maidin Caife ar siúl i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine seo 15/4/16 idir 9 a.m. - 1.30 p.m. ar mhaithe le Cystic Fibrosis. Ba bhreá linn go dtugfadh gach aoinne tacaíocht leis an ócáid tábhachtach seo.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Alice O’Connors where the jackpot is €4,200 as on Sunday night last Kay O’Connor was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 26, which when turned was not the Joker though she did win €50. Neil Moore and Louise O’Donnell 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, Abbeyside Post Office and Crottys Corner Bar. SENIOR FOOTBALL Our Senior Football Championship match against St. Saviours on Sunday last was postponed due to an unplayable pitch. This Friday night we play An Rinn in Fraher Field at 8 p.m. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL On Friday night last we played The Nire in Fraher Field in the first round of the Western Championship. On the night our opponents proved to be too strong and ran out deserving winners. This Wednesday night we play Modeligo in our own pitch at 8 p.m. Team: K. DWANE, G. BREEN, D. HENLEY, C. O’DWYER, J. DUGGAN, E. ENRIGHT, K. DEE, L. HURNEY, N. DEE, A. O’CONNOR, M. GORMAN, R. RYAN, D. FERNCOMBE, J. O’BRIEN, E. KIELY. Subs: T. MURRAY

JUNIOR FOOTBALL Like our Senior Footballers, our Junior team saw their game against Old Parish last Sunday postponed due to the weather conditions. This Saturday we play Colligan at 3 pm in Dungarvan. MINOR HURLING On behalf of all in the club we would like to congratulate Darragh McGrath and Neil Montgomery for being selected on the Waterford Minor Hurling Team last week against Cork. Donncha Enright and Pat Moore were also part of the backroom team, and whilst defeat was their lot on the night they now play Tipperary in the losers’ group section of the Championship. BOOKING OF PITCHES As teams start back training over the next few weeks we remind all team managers that they must book the pitches/astro turf with Michael Donovan prior to training and also managers are asked to remember that the main pitch remains closed until further notice. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo will continue this Sunday night in the the CBS Hall with a jackpot of €1,300. JUVENILE NOTES U-12 Hurling: Our U-12 entertained Youghal at the club grounds on the first round of the town and country league. Conditions underfoot were tough going with both teams finding it hard to score. It was nip and tuck the whole way right up to the end and Youghal got the goal that was needed and won in the end. The panel was: Dylan O'Regan, Charlie Gough, Oisin Brazil, Andrew Norris, Jack Kiely, Michael Walsh, Fergie Slevin, Charlie Treen, Jack McGrath, Rian Cosgrave, Eoin Kiely, Seanie Callaghan, Rory Tyrell, Tomas Nee, Conor Bohane, Aidan Higgins and Mark McCarthy.

Kelloggs Cúl Camp: Our camp for the Kelloggs Cúl Camp this year is from the 4th to the 8th July. To book your place on this camp you can do so online on www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie Under 16: The next game for this group is pencilled in for next Monday night, April 18th against Gaultier in Abbeyside. Minor football: The next round of the minor football championship takes place tomorrow night (Thursday) against Clashmore in Clashmore. Under 14: We took on neighbours Dungarvan in Dungarvan on Friday night last in the under 14 football championship. After a good performance throughout we came away with victory on the night. Our next match here is against Kilrossanty on Sunday morning next. Under 9: Our under 9 team will play matches every Monday night at 7 pm for the next eight weeks. It will alternate between hurling and football each week with us being home one week and away the next. Details of fixtures will be written here weekly. Saturday morning training sessions for this group will also continue at 10.30 every week in club grounds. Under 10 and 13: Our under 10 team played Ring on Monday night of last week in Abbeyside and there was a big improvement all round from the team. They also took part on Saturday last in a football blitz in Carriganore where they competed against The Nire, Dunhill and Gaultier and performed well in all three matches. Our under 13 team lost to Cois brid in their second championship game on Wednesday night last. They were also due to play against Gaultier on Monday night just gone in a must win game. At the time of going to print the result of this match was not known but will be included in these notes next week. Best wishes: The club would like to send best wishes to juvenile player Niall Buckley who recently had surgery. We all hope to see Niall back on the playing fields as soon as possible. Well done: Everyone in the club would like to say well done to Neil Montgomery and Darragh McGrath who both represented Waterford in the Munster minor hurling championship on Wednesday night last. While defeat for the team

on the night was the overall outcome both players represented their county and club with pride. Underage hurling: Normal training resumes for the juvenile teams on Saturday morning next at the time of 10.30 to 11.30. The club send apologies to any parent who did not receive teamer of change of time last weekend. Last Saturday morning the club was a hive of activity. The weather was magnificent and we had near to a full quota of all our panels from 5 to 9 years busy training with their dedicated coaches. We also welcomed twenty two Syrian boys and girls to the club to part take in a training session with our fantastic coaching officer Pat Moore and juvenile chairman Joe Cleary and coach Laurance Hurney. The kids learned some of the basic skills of hurling and football from the three lads and thoroughly enjoyed it. We would also like to thank the games and development coaches in the county for providing a loan of hurleys and helmets for this session. We look forward to welcoming this group back and any help with this initiative would be greatly appreciated on Saturday mornings at 10.30. We would also like to thank Paul Heffernan for providing transport to these kids on Saturday morning. Easter bunny: The Easter bunny arrived on Saturday morning last to the juvenile session and provided every child with an easter egg which they were all delighted about. Note to parents: Unless you receive a text saying training is cancelled, please take it that training will be on every Saturday for our underage coaching sessions. Under 11: On a cold, windy (but dry) Thursday evening last (7th) we continued our build up to the start of the Town & Country league when we welcomed Lismore to Abbeyside. This game was originally to be played in Lismore but at their request it was moved. A good hours hurling was played, with little between the two sides. We'll train tonight (Wednesday) hopefully ahead of Dungarvan's visit Friday. Camoige: The U-16 team started the competitive year in Abbeyside taking on the combined Butlerstown and Ferrybank teams. The girls performed to a high level on the night with some good skill on display, Butlerstown ran out winners on the night. We had 25 girls togged out on the night which bodes well for the future of Camogie in Abbeyside. The U-14 Feile is fast approaching with Abbeyside hosting girls from Mayo and playing Dungarvan, the Mayo champions and the Cavan champions on the week-end of 17th June. Abbeyside hosted the first blitz of the year in glorious sunshine on the 10th of April. Clonea, An Rinn, Portlaw, Brickeys and St. Annes competed on the day with a total of 140 children playing Camogie. A great day was had by all. Thanks to everyone who made the day a success with all clubs commenting on the hospitality and refreshments on offer thanks Claire. Training commenced Friday for U-6, U-8 & U-10 & U-12. Training continues on Fridays for this age group. The U-12 will play their first blitz of the year on Saturday 16th hosted by the Brickey club. The U-14 are playing Tuesday 12th in Abbeyside against An Rinn in their first championship game of the year at 18.45. Training for this group and the under 16 is Wednesday this week due to the U-14 match. The club would like to offer our best wishes to Laura Morrissey following her recent injury, we look forward to seeing you back in action in the near future. Congratulations to Fiona Morrissey who bagged herself a Camogie College All Star with Mary Immaculate Limerick last week. Fiona has always been on hand to help with coaching when the need arises. All associated with the club wish to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Willie Rossiter who passed away last week. Willie’s grand-daughter Caoimhe is one of our bright young stars and he was a very proud grandad. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Ballysaggart Ladies Ladies Football Ballysaggart Football WE recently held our AGM and the following were elected as officers and trainers for our underage and adult teams for 2016: Chairman – Adrian Meagher; Secretary – Martina Landers; Joint Treasurers – Deirdre O'Donnell and Joan Williams; PRO – Sinead Walsh; Registration Officer – Deirdre O' Donnell; Child Welfare Officer – Jackie Ryan; U8/U10 – Deirdre O'Donnell and Dave Aldred; U12/U13 – Jean Meagher and Caroline Nugent; U14 – Martina Landers; U15 – Carmel Hale and Jean Mangan; U16 – Kevin Hale, Mark Ardern and Jackie Ryan; Minor – Kevin and Carmel Hale; Junior – Adrian Meagher, Jamie Walsh, Kevin Hale and Joan Williams.

U-16 Our U-16 team are currently in training for this year's championship and played Clashmore last week in the first round on a scoreline of 5-9 to 1-2. Well done girls on a brilliant performance on the night. They are now due to play Old Parish in the coming week. Time and venue TBC. JUNIOR Our junior team are currently training for the 11-a-side championship. Unfortunately losing out on their first round to Brickeys. Due to bad weather conditions, the second round against

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Nire/Fourmilewater GAA - Well done to the Nire U-14 footballers who defeated An Gaeltacht last Saturday evening.

Nire/Fourmilewater GAA - Congratulations to Fourmilewater U-12 hurling team who had a hard fought victory over a tough Brickey Rangers side last Friday evening. Tramore and third round against Dungarvan were both postponed for later dates. REGISTRATION It's that time of year again! Registration forms will be available shortly as all registration is due by the end of May. Contact Deirdre O'Donnell 0879562839 for registration forms or ask Managers/Team Mentors. CONGRATULATIONS Best wishes to our own Martin and Martina Landers on the opening of their new cafe “The Spire” on the Main Street, Lismore. Congratulations to Matthew and Triona Walsh on the birth of their new baby Pippa Rose.

Sean Phobal Phobal Sean CHAMPIONSHIP: Cuireadh cuid mhaith cluichí ar ceal de bhárr droch-aimsir an deireadh seachtaine seo caite. Ina measc bhí ár gcluiche v. Baile na Cúirtre. Ach táimíd ag tabhairt aghaidh ar Lios Mór ar an sathairn seo. Our postponed game v. Baile na Cúirte was washed out so lets hope for better conditions on this Saturday when we face Lismore in Bushy Park at 7.30 pm. We appeal to our supporters to come along and support the lads as they start out on the trail for 2016. 1916 CELEBRATIONS Just as Eoin McNeill's orders caused havoc with the rebels’ plans back in 1916, history has repeated itself in Sean Phobal GAA in 2016. I reported in my notes last week that we would celebrate the Easter Rising with an evening of appropriate music and song on Sunday, 24-042016 at the Marine Bar. This event has now been brought forward to Saturday evening, 23-042016. More details will follow next week. GET WELL WISHES Is oth linn go léir sa chumann go bhfuil Muiris Uada san óspidéal fé láthair. The entire club sends best wishes for a speedy recovery to Maurice. He has been a staunch supporter of An Sean Phobal both on and off the field since he first lined out with the “Shocks” back in 1964. Hope to see you back on the line soon Maurice.

Kill Kill TONY KIRWAN PLANT HIRE INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL LEAGUE Our second match in the Eastern league took place in Kill last Saturday evening, 9th April, when neighbours Dunhill came to town. Conditions were good considering the rain from the previous day and Kill were out of the traps fast with 1-2 on the board before Dunhill opened their account. The rest of the half saw Kill with plenty posses-

sion but not translating it on the scoreboard with that 5 point gap remaining between the teams right up to the half-time whistle. Like the first half Kill got off to a flyer on the resumption with Shane Rellis getting his second goal of the match. Further points from play followed as we stretched the lead to ten points at one stage. With our backs ably led by Willie Cullinane, Jim Halley and Oisin Queally, we continued to dominate but like the first we weren't clinical enough on some occasions, before Dunhill staged a late rally with 1-3 in the closing stages, but it was a case of too little too late. Final score Kill 2-13; Dunhill 1-11. The team was:- Kieran Dunphy, Colm Casey, Eric Lonergan, Peter Casey, Willie Cullinane, Jim Halley, Oisin Queally, Niall Hennessy, Anthony Kiely, John Flynn, Conor Rockett, Mikey Nicholls, Anthony Raher, Shane Rellis, Peter Torpey. Subs used:- Luke Middleton, Ben Heazzle, Ger Mooney, Fergie Whelan, Ollie St. John.

CLUB LOTTO Kirwans Bar hosted the latest instalment of the club lotto last Monday night, 4th April, where a jackpot of €10,000 was on offer. However, we had no winner but we had plenty of Match 3’s. The Torpey family were certainly hitting the crossbar as Jimmy, Mia and Peter all had three numbers and they were joined by Alice Power and Martin Mulcahy as all five receive €25 for their troubles. The numbers drawn on this occasion were 3, 12, 13, 28. The next draw is in Dunphys where once again their is 10k on offer. JOHN J. MURPHY JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP St. Pauls were the visitors to Kill last Friday evening, 8th April, after their own pitch was deemed unplayable following more rain early Friday morning for the first round of the junior championship. Starting with our strongest 'second’ string team in recent times we were on top from the outset with all the forwards getting on the scoresheet. The Lisduggan outfit did threaten briefly when they goaled and were it not for a brilliant Michael Mooney save they could have got a second. At the break the scoreboard red 0-11 to 1-2 in favour of the men in green and white. With the breeze at their backs an early Shane Rellis goal put paid to any chance of a Paul’s comeback and when David Casey goaled he put the icing on a good team performance. Stevie Kirwan got the point of the game when introduced in the second half while alot of fellows put their hands up for selection with impressive showings. All in all it gives the selectors plenty of headaches if everyone keeps training. Final score Kill 2-18; St. Pauls 12. The team was:- Ml. Mooney, Colm Casey, John Phelan, Peter Casey, Peter Torpey, Donal Kelly, Ritchie Cullinane, Oisin Queally, Corey Kennedy, Ger Mooney, Shane Rellis, Ben Heazzle, Ollie St. John, Ray Hennessy, David Casey. Subs used; Paidi Torpey, Brian Flynn, Stevie Kirwan, Peter Kirwan, Peter Kelly.

FIELD CLOSURE Apart from the junior game this coming Friday our field is closed for training and matches for two weeks following plenty activity over the last three months. With the weather as it is its a case of one step forward two steps back as our hard working groundsmen Ger and Nicky struggle to keep it in the condition we have been accustomed to.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet CONGRATULATIONS Thr club would like to congratulate J. J. Fitzgerald and Zoe on the birth of their son, Harry. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Due to the bad weather we are having at the moment our match against Melleray was called off last Sunday. Our attention now turns to the Geraldines next Saturday at 7.30 pm in Bohadoon.

St.Mary’s Mary’s Juveniles Juveniles St. U-16 FOOTBALL With the weather wreaking havoc on more fixtures, our U-16's were the lucky ones to get in two games in the past week. Last Monday night in Kill (4th April) we edged out Stradbally by a point on a scoreline of 1-8 to 1-7, while in Bushy Park last Saturday, 9th April, we kept our unbeaten run intact with a resounding 2-8 to 1-5 victory over Brickey Rangers. We now have seven points from our four games played and are well on our way to qualifying for the knockout stages.

Ardmore LOTTO RESULTS - APRIL 11th Winning numbers: 2, 13, 14, 25. Runners-up Kathleen Troy, c/o Quinns; Mark Flynn, c/o Kiely’s Cross; J. Q., c/o Quinns; Anna Lisa Lynch, c/o Flemings; Mark Reidy, c/o Ellen O’Donnell. Next week’s jackpot €5,500 and the draw will take place at Kiely’s Cross. SENIOR FOOTBALL Our match v. The Nire last Sunday was postponed due to the inclement weather conditions. Our next match in the championship is v. St. Saviours next Saturday in Fraher Field at 6.30 p.m. U-16 FOOTBALL Last Saturday afternoon our U-16’s had a comprehensive win over Clashmore. Our next match is away to Portlaw/Ballyduff on Monday evening at 7 p.m. Venue to be confirmed.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Affane/Cappoquin YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU We are looking for help every night for painting this week. Anytime after 6 pm. or Saturday from 9.30 am. Of course, this isn't going to suit everyone but if any way possible, any time at all given would be a huge bonus. A couple of hours anytime would go a long way. WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL C'SHIP Affane 1-11; Lismore 0-12. Affane took on Lismore in the first round of the Western Junior Football c'ship on Friday in Ballyduff Upper and came away with a hard earned win. Team Paul Murray, PJ Curran, Killian Denn, Colin Landers, Nathan O’Mahoney, Mark Prendergast, Shane Coughlan, Keith Landers, Richie Scanlon, Sean Cullinane, Andy Molumby, Jack Mangan, Tommy McCarthy, Killian O’Sullivan, Brian Crotty. Subs used: Colm Looby, Tim Looby.

UPCOMING JUVENILE CLUB FIXTURES WEST U-13 FOOTBALL Rd 3 Tues., April 19th Affane V Brickeys at 7 pm in Bushy Park Rd 4 Sun., April 24th Affane V Gaeltacht at 11 am in The Sportsfield. U-11 HURLING TOWN/COUNTRY LEAGUE Rd 2 Fri., April 15th Cappoquin V St. Olivers at 6.30 pm in The Sportsfield Rd 3 Fri., April 29th Cappoquin V Ballyduff at 6.30 pm in Ballyduff. U-12 HURLING TOWN/COUNTRY LEAGUE Rd 2 Fri., April 22nd Cappoquin V Fourmilewater at 6.30 pm in The Sportsfield. UPCOMING COUNTY SENIOR HURLING C’SHIP FIXTURES Rd1 Sun., 8th May Cappoquin V Mt Sion at 2 pm in The Fraher Field. Rd 2 Sun., 15th May Cappoquin V Tallow at 7 pm in Ballyduff. SARGANT CUP SHL Rd 2 April 23rd Cappoquin V Roanmore at 7.30 pm in The Sportsfield. UPCOMING WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL C’SHIP FIXTURE Rd 2 Sat., April 16th Affane V Tallow in Ballyduff at 7 pm FEILE NA nGAEL 2016: FRIDAY 17th JUNE SUNDAY, 19th JUNE Our Groups in Hurling and Camogie for Feile na nGael 2016 Hurling: Cappoquin host Armagh club reps, Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Monaghan club reps Camogie: Cappoquin host Carlow club reps Moyle Rovers San Francisco. THREE TO ANSWER 1, What club defeated Na Piarsaigh Limerick in the 2009 All Ireland club senior hurling semifinal? 2, When were the Dubs last Leinster senior hurling champions? 3, What club won the Waterford intermediate football championship in 2015? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Tipp with 19 have won the most National hurling league titles 2, Wexford’s Lee Chin plays for Faythe Harriers 3, 2004 was the year Cork won both the All Ireland Senior/Intermediate Hurling, Newtownshandrum won the All Ireland club senior hurling and Waterford were Munster senior hurling champions. CLUB LOTTO MONDAY, APRIL12th Jackpot €12,200. No winner. Numbers drawn 5, 6, 20, 26. Consolation winners €20: Danny & Nora Flynn, Central Bar; P. J. Veale Jnr., Affane; Tom Stapleton, Affane; John Jackson, Ballyduff; Mike Ahearne, River Glen. TRAINING The official training evening for our various teams are as follows: Senior, Junior, U-21's- Monday, Wednesday, Friday; Minors / U-16s - Thursday; U-14's Wednesday.

Cappoquin Camogie Cappoquin UPCOMING FUNDRAISERS Our annual Clothes Recycling fundraiser will be taking place soon. Please keep us in mind when planning your Summer wardrobe! We will also be running our Guess The Score competition which proved to be quite popular last year. This will be running for the first round that Waterford are in the SHC on 5th June Vs Clare. Updates will be posted before these take place. FÉILE 2016 An Information Night will be held soon for the parents of those participating in the Féile this year. Maria Uniacke will be a Féile Co-ordinator and Tricia McCarthy will be the Club Féile Official. No better women. Information packs will also be given to parents to prepare them for the busy few days ahead. Dates for this Information Night TBC. This is a great opportunity for the club to showcase all it has to offer. Cappoquin will host Carlow. CLUB OF THE PARADE AWARD As many of you may know, we were named

Naomh Chartaigh U12 Hurlers who took part in the Munster GAA Activity day held in Croke Park on Wednesday, March 30th last.

Club of the Parade in this year’s St. Patrick's Day Parade in Cappoquin. The award was proudly displayed in the primary school last week. Well done to all involved! FIXTURES Please keep an eye out for all age level fixtures on our social media accounts. These are changing due to the adverse weather conditions over the last few days.

Clais Mhór/ Clais Mhór/Cionn Cionn tSáile Beag t-Sáile Beag COUNTY JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1 Clashmore Kinsalebeg 4-7; Ballinameela 0-6. Our Junior footballers secured an opening day victory against a strong and physical Ballinameela side in a very entertaining contest, at home, last Thursday night. The opening exchanges were even with Ballinameela playing with the aid of the stiff breeze. The tide, however, turned in favour of Clashmore when Noel Smyth goaled midway through the first half. James O’Leary added a second major just before half-time to give us a comfortable half-time lead. Further second half goals from Noel Smyth and Brian Dunne and some great team work in defence helped us prevent Ballinameela launching a comeback. It was also great to see Padraig Connery back in the red and green after an injury plagued couple of years. Team: D. Curran, A. McCarthy, Barry Dunne, D. O’Neill. R. Fitzgerald, S. Russell, R. Deady, F. Walsh, P. Dee, Brian Dunne, J. O’Leary, A. Curley, M. Nugent, N. Smyth, S. Kenefick. Subs: P. Connery for Barry Dunne.

FOOTBALL FIXTURES Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Junior Football team will line out against Brickey Rangers on Friday next, April 15th. This match will be played in Clashmore at 7.00 pm. Our Minor Football championship game V Ballinacourty takes place on Sunday next, April 17th, in Clashmore at 11.30 am. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Senior Football match V Ballinameela will be played on Tuesday next, April 19th, in Fraher Field at 8.00 pm. WATERFORD MINOR FOOTBALL PANEL Congratulations to Adam O'Sullivan, Brian Lynch and Paddy Prendergast who are members of the Waterford Minor Football Panel. Best of luck in their first game which will be played on Wednesday next, April 13th at 7.00 pm. They will line-out against Kerry in Fraher Field. GOOD LUCK Best of luck to Waterford Senior Hurling team in the Allianz League Semi-Final on Sunday next.

Dungarvan (CLUB NEWS KINDLY SPONSORED BY CAPPOQUIN LOGISTICS) CLUB NOTES The club wishes to sincerely thank our neighbour at our club grounds, Tom Kiely of Cappoquin Logistics for kindly sponsoring our club notes for 2016 and a tournament that will be held later in the season. MINOR FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT The semi-final of our minor football tourna-

ment between ourselves and St. Pats will take place in our club grounds this Thursday evening, April 14th at 7 p.m. Players to be in the field for 6.15 p.m. We are due to play De La Salle at home in the championship on Sunday morning April 17th at 11.30 a.m. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL: Geraldines 1-8; Dungarvan 1-7. Our intermediate footballers put in one of their best performances in recent times in Bushy Park last Saturday evening and on their second half display they deserved at least a draw from this game against last year’s western finalists, Geraldines. We trailed by 1-7 to 0-3 at half-time, which proved to be too much of a deficit to haul back but our second half performance gave hope for the future. We play Nire in our second game back in Bushy Park this Friday April 15th at 7.30 p.m. Scorers: Gavin Crotty 0-6 (5f), Seamus Cunningham 1-0, Trevor Crotty 0-1. Dungarvan: Trevor Moore; Aaron Donnolly, Derek Barry, John Havens; Gavin Power, Darragh Lyons, Conor Sheridan; Jamie Hallahan, Jamie Nagle; Mike Kiely, Gavin Crotty, Kenny Moore; Trevor Crotty, Seamus Cunningham, Ryan Donnolly.

NEW JERSEY PROJECT Fundraiser co ordinator Mike Barry informs us that the raffle among local businesses for the name to feature on our senior hurling jerseys for 2016 will now take place next week due to many businesses still wanting to get involved. There has been a huge response to this project to date and our sincere thanks are extended to every business that has entered thus far. The local chamber of commerce will conduct the draw and all contestants will feature in our grounds as club sponsors. Thanks to our members who called to the local businesses over the past few weeks. FEILE NEWS Our Divisions and Groups for Feile na nGael 2016 were announced last week. Hurling: Division 3 Group A: Dungarvan host winners of Wexford B and Mount Sion host winners of Cork B. Camogie: Division 4 Group A: Dungarvan host Cavan and Abbeyside host Mayo Feile taking place in Waterford/Tipperary on the weekend of 17th to 19th of June FEILE QUIZ Our camogie and hurling Feile teams are holding a fundraising quiz in Lawlors Hotel (by kind permission) on Wednesday evening, 27th April at 7.30 p.m. Please come along and support for much needed funds for Feile. INTER-COUNTY MINOR HURLING Club players Glen Waters and Jack Lacey were involved in the county minor hurling squad that were beaten by Cork in Walsh Park last Wednesday by 0-17 to 1-10. INTER-COUNTY MINOR FOOTBALL Good luck to club players Mark Boland and Mick Devine who are part of the Waterford squad that will play Kerry in the Munster minor football championship in the Fraher Field this Wednesday, April 13th at 7 p.m. UNDER 16 FOOTBALL Our under 16 football championship game against St. Olivers was postponed for a second time last Monday evening as was our under 12 hurling match v St. Carthages due to our Grounds being unplayable. The under 12 game is now scheduled for this Wednesday evening, April 13th. UNDER 14 FOOTBALL: Ballinacourty 4-7; Dungarvan 2-2.

Played at home last Friday evening, Ballinacourty proved too strong for us in the under 14 football championship. However, the team put in a good effort and tried to the very end. Team: Dylan Cliffe; Eoin O’Callaghan, Noel Duggan, Mark Loftus; Micheal Power, Mark McGarry, Jack Mulligan; Tristan Loftus, Jordan Shaw; Rian O’Dwyer, Oisin Morrissey, James O’Callaghan; Sam Dalton, Johnny Burke, David Flynn. Subs: Oisin Cummins, Michael Burke.

LOTTO This week's numbers are 6, 18, 22 and 26. There was no winner. The Jackpot next week will be worth €4,400. There was no winner of the ‘Match 3 Numbers’. Next week's match 3 prize will be €200. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the Lotto. Remember, you can do the lotto on your phone now. Lotto tickets can be purchased in the Country Store, Hallahan’s Chemist, Quealy’s Bar, John Walsh Spar, Paddy Foleys Bar, Johnny Lynch Fruit and Veg and Graham Nagle’s Golf Shop. HAPPY EVENT Congratulations to Zoe Barry Ferncombe and J. J. Fitzgerald on the birth of their baby boy Harry last week. Health and happiness to you all. Another footballer for the Dungarvan Club. FLAG DAYS Our annual adult club flag day fundraiser takes place on the weekend of April 23rd/24th. SYMPATHY The Club extends its sincere sympathy to former club chairman John O’Brien on the death of his uncle John O’Brien in Coventry last week The deceased was a former club player and a member of a family with strong connections with the Dungarvan Club to the present day.

Naomh Chartaigh Chartaigh Naomh (LISMORE / BALLYSAGGART JUVENILE) U-11s Naomh Chartaigh U-11s played their first game of the season last Thursday night with a challenge game aginst Abbeyside. The boys played really well and got their year off to a good start. U-14s Our U-14s also had their first game of the year with a challenge game away to Youghal last Wednesday evening. On a really bad night their was some great hurling and our lads played really well and came away with a win. A great start to the year. DISCO Last Friday night we held a juvenile disco in conjunction with the camogie club in the Community Centre. This turned out to be a great night with everyone enjoying themselves. Many thanks to all who attended on the night and supported this fundraiser. Thanks to Neil Twomney & Co. for organising the permit and licence. To D. J. Liam O’Gorman for putting on top class set; Lismore GAA for the use of the Community Centre and to all volunteers from both clubs for helping on the night to make this fundraiser the success it turned out to be and for everything to go smoothly on the night. U-14 PADDY WHELAN TOURNAMENT U-14 Paddy Whelan Tournament is on this Saturday morning, April 16th, in the GAA Field, weather permitting. MEMBERSHIP 2016 Outstanding membership can be paid to mentors at training.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €7,500 held in Micilín’s Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 10/04/16. Numbers were 8, 10, 21, 27. €30 won by the following people Susan Connors, Bellaheen; Colin Dee, Leamybrien. Seller’s prize of €30 Sean Casey, Knockyelan. Next Clotto to be held in Crottys Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 17/04/16 for a Jackpot of €7,600. On duty on the night Kevin Lonergan and Jason Dee. SENIOR FOOTBALL Our senior football game against Clashmore was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch it will now be played at a later date. We are playing the Brickeys next Saturday evening, 16th of April at 8 pm in the Fraher Field. JUNIOR FOOTBALL SENIOR ATTACHED CHAMPIONSHIP Our Junior are in action on this coming Friday evening, 15th of April at 7 pm. Please come along and support the men in Green and Gold. O’NEILL’S SHOP ONLINE You can get all your official gear on our O’Neill’s Shop online. Order any of our club items. All sizes are catered for from children to adults. Items can be ordered individually and once paid will be shipped directly from O’Neill’s Shop to your home.

Melleray Glenrovers Glenrovers Melleray WEEKLY LOTTO Week ending 10/4/2016, numbers drawn on the night were 5, 7, 15 & 16. There was no winner of the €2,250.00 jackpot. Consolation prizes went to the following: Martin Keohane, Carmel Murphy and Mag Hennebry. Next week’s lotto will take place in the Cats Bar, Melleray, on Sunday night next, 17/4/2016, at 9.00 p.m. The jackpot on the night will be €2,300.00. Many thanks to all those who continue to support our weekly lotto. DEISE DRAW Deise draw tickets are now available for purchase from any member of Melleray Glen Rovers Committee. Monthly cost of €10.00 with some great prize money with 70% of all ticket money going directly back into the club. Some of the prizes include the following, €10,000 cash prize, €2,000 cash prize €500 and a few €100 and €200 cash prizes. CLOTHES COLLECTION A clothes Collection will take place in the Cats Bar Carpark on Saturday week, 16th April, between 1.00 and 5.00 p.m. We will accept any items of clothing, bed linen, curtains, shoes and boots in pairs only etc. This again is an important fundraiser for our club and we welcome any support that can be given. Prior collection can be arranged if it proves difficult for any person to drop off clothes to Cats Bar carpark on Saturday week, please contact any member of Melleray Glenrovers Committee for further details. FOOTBALL Football fixture v. Ballysaggart in Tallow on Saturday night at 7.00 p.m. Training on Thursday night in Friary Grounds at 7.00 p.m. There will be hurling challenge matches in next few weeks, times and dates to be confirmed.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Lismore (KINDLY SPONSORED BY EAMONN'S PLACE) LOTTO Our lotto draw was held on Wednesday evening last, April 6th in the Community Centre. Numbers drawn on the night for an amazing jckpot of €20,000 were as follows: 8, 12, 19, 25. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 swent to Peg Buckley, John Townsend, Maureen Fitzgerald, M. & D. O'Keeffe. Next week's JACKPOT will be €20,000. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. If your not in you can't win so get your ticket now. CLUB FOOTBALL Our lads played in their first football match last Friday evening against Cappoquin. We were beaten by 2 pts at the final whistle. MEMBERSHIP 2016 Outstanding membership can still be paid at training or to any committee member within the next two weeks. LISMORE / BALLYSAGGART PASTORAL COUNCIL HEALING MASS Lismore/Ballysaggart Pastoral Council is organising a HEALING MASS in St. Carthage's Church, Lismore on Friday, May 13th at 7.00 p.m. CELEBRANT: V. Rev. Canon. Ml. Fitzgerald PP (Mitchelstown).

Kilmacthomas Kilmacthomas INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Last Saturday evening the Mitchels and Kilmacthomas played their third round of the league in the Mitchels home ground. This local derby was very close in the first half but Kilmacthomas were the fitter of the two teams in the second half with the two new men this year making a big difference, Kiersey and Kiely with Tosh and Joe Joy. In the end this game got very much one-sided as Kilmacthomas came out easy winners on a scoreline of Kilmacthomas 2-15; Mitchels 1-8. It will be all hurling for the next few weeks. RECYCLING SCHEME The club is starting a new fundraising scheme. We will collect before the 15th April. Example of what we would like to collect: clothes, bed sheets, mobile phones, towels, curtains. What we don’t want: household refuse, glass, soiled items. toys, plastic/wooden items. We would like to thank everyone for their continued support down the years. For anyone who has any unwanted items we will collect from your house. If you want you can give a ring on 087 123 4110; 087 417 6093; also 089 441 2052.

Geraldines Geraldines INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL: Geraldines 1-8; Dungarvan 1-7. On Saturday last we played the opening round of the Western Intermediate Football Championship in Bushy Park. Given the weather conditions one would be forgiven thinking it was November and not April. Before throw-in there was a heavy hailstone shower and the forecast was not good for the match. Thankfully the rain stayed away as the conditions were very soft underfoot as it was. We started the game very well and had Dungarvan under pressure from the throw-in, however Dungarvan defended well and caught us on the break and we conceded the first of many soft frees. Dungarvan scored the free to take the lead on the scoreboard. The Gers responded well and Mark Ronanyne twisted and turned inside the Dungarvan 21 to score a point. We had them under pressure again from the kick out and moved the ball well through the attack, however Dungarvan broke out and thanks to great defending from Riki Fitzgerald and Jerome Maher we launched another attack which resulted in a well took goal by Ger O’Donovan as he raced on to a loose ball on the edge of the square and took it on the volley to beat the on rushing Dungarvan keeper. Despite our pressure, Dungarvan were to get the next 2 scores after we conceded more soft frees. This brought the score to 1-1 to 0-3 in favour of the Geraldines. After some great movement and link play in the forward line, Alan Lawlor scored a great point to put us 2 points ahead. After more great tackling by Jerome we worked the ball up the field through Alan, Jamie Landers and Liam O Connell before Ger popped the ball over the bar. Our pressure on the Dungarvan backs was really starting to reap dividends with Liam scoring a great point after work by Alan and Shane Kenny to play him in. We created a goal chance after Alan won a kick out and fed Stephen Kennefick who powered through the heart of the Dungarvan defense, a last ditch tackle stopped the run and Jamie pounced on the bouncing ball and popped it over the bar. From the kick-out we maintained the pressure and after Jamie was fouled, Aidan Dwyer scored the free to put us in a 1-6 to 0-3 lead. Stephen Kennefick was badly fouled on our 45 on the near side line, as the players were dis-

puting the severity of the tackle the crowd howled for a red, but only a yellow was issued. As we moved the ball through hand into the Dungarvan back line Stephen got on the end of a pass and popped the ball over the bar – a great response. Dungarvan had the last attack of the half which after a bit of flapping around in the air from attackers and defenders, the ball dribbled harmlessly wide. Half time score 1-7 – 0-3. Dungarvan were a different team in the second half and it was like a role reversal of the first half as the Gers had to do most of the defending. The concession of a free early on gave Dungarvan the first point of the second half. We were really under pressure and despite powerful runs from our backs we were unable to break through the Dungarvan half back line and after a mix up in our defence Dungarvan got their first score from play, 1-7 – 0-5. Dungarvan really had us under pressure and they were rewarded with a goal. The excitement and pressure were building in equal amounts and the crowd were really getting into the fare before them. The game was stopped for a period after a bad collision lead to injuries to Stephen Hally and Shane Kenny, who both had to come off. This break took the steam out of Dungarvan and we managed to get through their defence and a good point by Alan seemed to settle us a bit 1-9 -1-5. Jamie Landers moved back into defence and with Stephen Fitzgerald and Johnny Healy working hard, Dungarvan really had to work hard and we managed to keep them scoreless for a period. Unfortunately we lost Jamie to a black card and Dungarvan tacked on 2 points in his absence to make it a one point game. We defended very well for the last few minutes and held out for a 1 point win. A great result that the lads had to work really hard for and a good way to start the championship. Team: S. Lambden, R. Fitzgerald, S. Fitzgerald, S. Hally, J. Healy, J. Maher, S. Kennefick, M. O’Brien, A. O’Dwyer, S. Kenny, A. Lawlor, J. Landers, G. O’Donovan, L. O’Connell, M. Ronayne. Subs: P. Coughlan, E. Donovan.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL ATTACHED. Our Juniors were chomping at the bit to get their Championship under way on Sunday morning, however the game fell victim to the bad weather and was postponed. This will surely make them more eager to get going next weekend. The Intermediates play Ballyduff in Lismore on Saturday at 7 p.m. The juniors game is being re-fixed as it was scheduled for Sunday but will be moved due to National Hurling league semifinals. Details will follow by text. The club would like to pass on their condolences to Richard Hurley on the recent passing of his father. Ar dheis de go raibh siad The club wish Club President Johnny Logan a speedy recovery from his recent illness.

Sliabh gCua/St. gCua/St. Mary's Marys Sliabh JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our opening fixture against Colligan fell foul to the weather on Sunday last. We now face Shamrocks this Friday evening at a Clashmore venue. The match will have a 7.30 pm throw-in. As always, we appeal for your support and wish the team and management the best of luck. WATERFORD SENIOR HURLERS We wish Waterford senior hurlers the very best of luck this Sunday when they face Limerick in the National hurling league semi-final. TOURANEENA RUNNERS SPRING LEAGUE PROUDLY SPONSORED BY PINEWOOD HEALTHCARE Averaging over 30 participants weekly so far, we are well and truly in full flight of Touraneena Runners ‘Spring League’ 2016. Touraneena Runners were delighted to see Newcastle, Ballymacarbry, The Nire, Modeligo, Colligan, Kilbrien and Ballinroad all represented along with our own local runners. Congratulations to each and every one of you, many running their first mile but more importantly, everyone determined to improve next week. We will meet again next Monday at 7 p.m. at 'The Graveyard'. We would urge you all to keep up the league and as always, newcomers are always welcome (runners & walkers). Touraneena Runners would like to take this opportunity to thank the sponsors of the Spring League, Pinewood Healthcare. Pinewood have been extremely supportive of Touraneena Runners since their formation, a gesture that is sincerely appreciated by all. For any queries, contact Mush Keane on 087 9634993.

Stradbally SENIOR FOOTBALL Well done to Senior Football team who had a well deserved win over Ballinameela in Fraher Field last Saturday evening. Next championship game is v Rathgormack on Tuesday next, 19th April at 8 pm in Leamybrien. Best of luck to all. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Hard luck to Junior Team who lost out to Gaultier last Friday evening. Junior team playing Rathgormack this Friday evening at 7 pm in Rathgormack. Best of luck to team and management.

Naomh Chartaigh Under 10s who played Modeligo in the Football League. 50/50 DRAW Congrats to Mary Malone who won €325 in 50/50 Draw last Sunday night. Thanks to everyone who supported this important draw for pitch development. MONSTER DRAW Tickets out now for our monster draw to be held in Social Centre on May 7th. Tickets priced at €2 each or 3 for €5. STRADBALLY GAA PARISH WINTER LEAGUE Results – Points total after round 5: Kerry 31, Meath 23, Roscommon 25, Down 26, Waterford 23, Cork 32. Round 6: Thursday 14/4/2016 at 6.30 pm Kerry V Down Meath V Waterford Roscommon V Cork CONDOLENCES Condolences to John Corbett and his family on the death of his sister.

Tramore Tramore SYMPATHY Sincerest sympathy to the family of Dee and Billy Walsh, and their sons Ronan and Aaron who are players on our club teams, on the recent passing of Dee’s father Harry Daunt. May he rest in peace. QUISH’S SUPERVALU TRAMORE A big thank you to our club sponsors Quish's for their continued support of all our teams. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL The lads managed their first win of the campaign on Friday last against a resilient Newtown side. Playing with the aid of a strong breeze in the first half we managed to notch up 6 points to Newtown's one. The second half saw Newtown storm back into it and right to the end we were made work hard for the win. Final score Newtown 0-8; Tramore 2-8. U-14 FOOTBALL Tramore and Gaultier played out a very entertaining game in Gaultier on Thursday evening last (7th). These two teams have had many a battle over the last few years and this game was no different. The final score was Tramore 4-2; Gaultier 1-2, a hard fought victory for Tramore. The 17 players that featured all played their part. Panel: Tony Kelly, Oisin Crowley, Sean Evans, Jack Brennan, Conor Phelan, Dillon Dunphy, Darren Connor, Thomas Murray, Richard Ayodele, Dean Larkin, Sam Morrissey, John Finnegan, Odhran O'Donnell, Kealan Graham, Cian Rellis, Joe Barry, Stephen Pollard.

All in all an excellent team display and we look forward to our next match again against Gaultier in the Feile at home next Thursday evening (14th) which will be equally tough. All support welcome!! U-10 FOOTBALL Tramore U-10 won all three games against Na Gael (4-0 to 2-0), John Mitchel (3-0 to 1-1) and St. Marys (3-0 to 2-0) in Carrignore on Saturday morning. The team of Harry Butler, Cameron and Emmet Kirk, Micheál Cuddihy, Diarmuid Wall, Shea Connor, Freddie Brazil, Sean Schley and Jack Caulfield all gave a great display in the games. FIXTURES (All times of games are subject to change so please confirm with team mentors) U-14 Feile Football Thursday, 14th April vs Gaultier at 6.30 pm in Tramore. U-11 Hurling Friday, 15th April vs Na Gaeil at 6.30 pm in Tramore Eastern Intermediate Football League Saturday, 16th April at 5.00 pm vs Portlaw in Tramore (as per Waterford GAA Website) U-14 Football Sunday morning, 17th April at 11 am at Home vs The Nire. WHO’S GOT PUCKIN’ TALENT Tramore GAA are holding a fundraiser on Saturday, 23rd April in Tramore GAA Hall. There will be Celebrity Judges on the night and there will be a live DJ afterwards. Tickets cost €10 and doors open at 7.30 pm. LOTTO The next draw takes place on Wednesday, 20th April when the Jackpot will be a €1,100.

Tickets €2 each are on sale in the usual outlets. There was no winner of the €1,100 Jackpot in last Wednesday's draw. The numbers drawn were 3, 11, 14 and 22. Lucky Dip Winners of €40 each were Charlie & Steff, GAA Club Bar, Theresa O’Keeffe, c/o Abbie Dunphy and Eilish Reddan, c/o GAA Club.

St.Patrick’s Patricks St. UNDER 8/9 Training resumes this Friday at 6.30 in Bohadoon. The u-8’s have an upcoming football blitz in Carriganore on the 23rd of April. Players will be contacted by their mentors regarding times. While our u-9’s begin their league campaign next Monday 18th at 7 p.m. with a football game against Ballinacourty. SPLIT THE POT Our next draw is on the 24th of April in Quills Bar. Tickets are available from any committee member and local bars and garages.Your support is greatly appreciated U-14s & U-13s St. Pat’s U-14 and U-13 teams have had a busy few weeks with games. On Easter weekend the U-13s played their second game in the Division 1 away to Tramore. St. Pat’s won the game on a scoreline of 4-3 to 0-3. They then played their next game last Saturday against Cois Bhride up in Tallow. Kevin Butler bagged a hat-trick of goals and Adam O’Riordan contributed 1-1 to St. Pat’s winning total of 5-6 to Cois Bhride’s 1-6. That’s three wins from three for the U-13s with two home games left to play before the knockout stages. The U-14s played the Brickeys in their opening game of the Western Division 2 championship on Sunday, April 3rd. A closely fought game saw St. Pats run out winners on the smallest of margins of 2-3 to 2-2. They then were out again in midweek last week travelling to Stradbally on a windy Wednesday evening. Another good win for this group as they beat Stradbally 2-8 to 1-3. Next up for the U-14s is the first round of the Feile B Football competition where they are due to play Ferrybank this Thursday night in Bohadoon. On Saturday coming they then play Cois Bhride in the last group game of the Division 2 championship which is scheduled to be played in Colligan at 5 p.m.

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 2, 13, 14, 26. No winner. Consolation prizes: Theresa Costigan, Peter Kenneally, Bunty O’Sullivan, Billy Ryan. Promoter: Gretta Power. Next draw: Ted’s, April 18th. Jackpot €5,800. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters or any businesses around the town. Please support our local lotto. Tickets are €2. MEMBERSHIP Last call on membership guys, I will stop nagging after this I promise!! Can you please get it paid immediately if you have not done so already. Thanks. DUGOUTS We have fantastic new dugouts in place in the top field supplied by Goalpost Ireland. A great addition for the year ahead!! STRICTLY COME DANCING Denis and co are currently working their magic to ensure a spectacular show for us all in June so watch this space!! BOOKING THE FIELD Any teams wishing to use the field for training or matches could you please contact Denis, giving adequate notice. COBHRÓN CLG Tulach an Iarainn wishes to extend sincere sympathy to the Coady family on the sad passing of Joyce. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. FIXTURES Junior Football - April 16th against Affane at

Ballyduff Upper. Throw-in is at 7.00 p.m. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Tallow were completely overwhelmed by neighbours Shamrocks in the first round of the junior football championship in Lismore last Saturday evening. It was so bad that I stopped recording scores after half-time. From the outset Shamrocks were in complete control and Tallow struggled to cope with their slick inter changing, movement off the ball and support play. It was an impressive display from the Shamrock lads who looked more comfortable on the ball and were clinical in their finishing. The fact they had more work done than Tallow was clearly evident. On this form they will take a bit of beating in the championship. Tallow's display was shockingly poor, abysmal even and the manner in which we succumbed too easily was hugely disappointing. COIS BHRÍDE Our u13 footballers had a great win against Abbeyside last Wednesday evening. Their next game was at home against St. Patrick’s and after a tough battle they lost 5-6 to 1-6. Under 12 Hurling – Our u-12s had a good win against St. Patrick’s last Friday evening at home in the Town and Country League. Upcoming Fixtures – Our u11s are playing on Friday evening against Ballyduff Upper. Our u14s are down to play next Saturday evening against St. Patrick’s in Kilgobinet.

Modeligo WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Modeligo 1-12; Ballyduff 0-8 Modeligo made a winning return to the Intermediate grade on Saturday evening last when they faced Ballyduff Upper at the Lismore venue. Our opponents got off to a flying start by knocking over two points inside the opening two minutes. They actually raced into a 0-4 lead before Modeligo registered their first score but following this, Modeligo played the better football throughout the game and some well taken scores from Pa Walsh, Jamie, Shane and Michael Troy, Tom Devine and an excellent move finished off when Rian Reddy's goal saw Modeligo collect the points for the win here. Well done to all involved with the squad. CHANGE OF FIXTURE! Modeligo footballers will now play Ballinacourty on this Wednesday, April 13th at 8 pm in Abbeyside GAA Grounds! This game was originally planned for Saturday next but has been rearranged by agreement between the two clubs. Please support the lads! INDOOR HURLING Our Friday evening Indoor Hurling sessions have sadly ended for another year, but the good news here is that this is a sign that all the outdoor Football / Hurling /Camogie training is about to get into full-swing over the next couple of weeks. Thanks to everyone who helped out during the Winter months. For the first time, it wasn't always "Indoor" Hurling each Friday, as we now how MODELIGO PATTERN AGM The Modeligo Pattern Day AGM will take place on Monday next, April 18th, at 8 pm in Modeligo Community Centre. It is hoped by the present committee that a few new faces might get involved with this year's event. All welcome.

Ballysaggart Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results 5th April: Numbers drawn were 1, 8, 9 and 14. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were: Brian Kearney, Here & Now and Mark Ardern. Next Draw 5th April, the jackpot stands at €7,250. UPCOMING FIXTURES Ballysaggart take on Melleray in the Junior Football Intermediate Attached Championship in Tallow this Saturday, April 16th, at 7.00 p.m. Please support. LEAGUE SEMI-FINAL Best of luck to the Waterford senior hurlers in their semi-final game against Limerick this Sunday at 2.00 p.m. in Semple Stadium, Thurles.

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Captain Coonan with extra-time winner! ROUND TOWER HOTEL ARDMORE U-11 LEAGUE DIVISION ‘A’ SEMI-FINAL: Ramblers Greens 2; Ballymac FC 1 (A.E.T) Noah O’Sullivan Bobby Coonan Our Under 11 Green Team who topped the League table after their 11 games meant they got home advantage against fourth placed Ballymac FC for this semifinal game. Having beaten this team twice already some would have thought a routine victory was on the cards but what happened was far from it and our team will be better for this game as the season goes on. Ballymac had a game plan coming to Pablo Park and they really put it up to our boys last Saturday. Midway through the opening half Adam Guiry put the visitors ahead with a fine finish which keeper Peter Buckner had no chance with and they were very determined to hold onto this lead as they tackled and harried all over the pitch and led 1-0 at half-time. The second half saw our boys up the tempo but the normal passing game wasn’t flowing as Ballymac were battling to hold onto the lead and defended stoutly. Chance after chance came and went as our boys lead siege on the visitors goal, the Ballymac keeper was also in fine form but was unsighted for our equaliser as Noah O’Sullivan’s long range effort nestled in the bottom corner to the delight of the home support. This gave our boys the belief they could go on and win the game and captain Bobby Coonan’s shot from 20yards came back off the post with time almost up. The final whistle blew and 1-1 meant Extra Time and maybe penalties. The boys were delighted they had equalised and were determined to go out and win the game in extra

Noah O'Sullivan, Clashmore Ramblers, who scored the U-11 equaliser v Ballymac FC on Saturday.

Bobby Coonan, Clashmore Ramblers who scored the U-11 E.T winner v Ballymac FC on Saturday.

time and pressed on for the goal which would see us into the final in three weeks time. The boys were getting closer and closer and peppering the away goal but good defending and goalkeeping kept us at bay until Bobby Coonan burst from midfield to take on the defence and once in on goal drew the keeper before slotting it coolly past him into the bottom corner for the lead goal with 5 minutes remaining. Ballymac tried to respond but our lads were never going to let this slip after working so hard to get ahead. Dec Fogarty blew for fulltime and the delight was seen all around Pablo Park as the players and supporters celebrated but gave huge applause to a gallant Ballymac FC team who were very gracious in defeat. This was a great advertisement for the WWEC Schoolboy League as goes

to show the talent that is out there, we go forward to the final after one hell of a battle but one thing is for sure it has us well prepared for that final as we couldn’t have got a tougher game. Well done to both teams on the great entertainment. Man of the Match was a close call as Kyle Moloney, Darragh O’Neill and Ben Lombard all put in a huge effort but Bobby Coonan playing a captains role and scoring the winner to reach the League final just gets the vote. FRASER YOUTH LEAGUE FINAL Ramblers 4; Railway Athletic 3. Paddy Prendergast (3) Eoin Coughlan Last Saturday night our Youths travelled to Cappoquin to play Railway Athletic for the Final of the Youth League sponsored by the Fraser Family, Tallow. The

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Clashmore Ramblers FC Cup is in memory of Leonard Fraser Snr but with the passing of Len Fraser Jnr this year it was remembering two great football men. The Youth League has suffered over the years in the WWEC with players drifting away as they get older and clubs finding it difficult to field teams. This league was supposed to be a six team competition but ended put with just three from two clubs namely Railway Athletic and Clashmore Ramblers with the former entering two teams. Ramblers beating Railway ‘A’ 6-4 on the opening night, the other teams pulled out and that left both Railway teams playing off to host us in the final. The A Team defeated the B’s on penalties leading to last Saturday nights final. The game was a fast paced one with end to end action as you would expect for a 7 a side Astro game with subs interchanging quickly. Paddy Prendergast gave us an early lead but Railway replied and went ahead when an error by keeper Danny O’Neill gave them a 2-1 halftime lead. The second half was more of the same with tough tackles and plenty of battles all over the pitch, Prendergast equalized by again Railway took a 3-2 lead with 10 minutes remaining. We were on top for most of the half but the Railway keeper was in superb form with some fine saves. With the allotted time up and 41 seconds into added on time Eoin Coughlan struck for a fine finish on the volley to the left corner to make it 3-3. Delighted to have salvaged the game and maybe force E.T the boys went for the win and were rewarded with the last kick of the game when a shot from distance was to hot to handle for the Railway keeper and Paddy Prendergast completed his hat-trick to win the game for

the Ramblers 4-3. Hard on Railway who had led for most of the game but we were the better team on the night and deserved our victory. Well done to all concerned. Liam Fraser presented the Cup to Captain Paddy Prendergast who thanked the Fraser Family for sponsoring and Railway for a sporting game. HILLBILLIES AT AMBER FERMOY U-14 DIVISION ‘B’ LEAGUE SEMI FINAL Ramblers 1; Ballybridge Utd 6. Josh Fitzgerald Our boys and girls bow out at the semi final stage are coming off second best last Saturday in Pablo Park. Missing a few on the day we had no answer for the east cork boys and they now progress to the Final on Saturday, 30th April and we wish them well against Ballymac FC. Hard luck to all concerned ! ROUND TOWER HOTEL ARDMORE U11 LEAGUE DIVISION ‘C’ SEMI FINAL Ramblers Whites 0; Cappoquin 9. Our Whites were comprehensively beaten in Cappoquin last Saturday morning. While this was there last league game of the season this group are all part of the big picture where the whole squad got plenty of game time this year as two teams were entered, yes this team were beaten in all games but they still enjoyed scoring a few goals along the way and next year when the two teams join as one these players will be the better for it. With the Green team in the A League final these boys will also join in as part of the squad while they cant play on the day they can be part of the squad should we be lucky enough to win the title. Well done to all the boys and girl on a great effort this season and to coach Kevin O’Brien for his work with them, role on next season but a cup game to finish it off first. RESULTS Fraser Youth League Final: Ramblers 4; Railway Athletic 3 Round Tower Hotel Ardmore

Clashmore Ramblers FC team Fraser Youth League Champions 2016.

Sheer delight on the Clashmore Ramblers U-11 team faces at the final whistle. U11 League Division ‘A’ Semi Final: Ramblers Greens 2; Ballymac FC 1 (A.E.T). Hillbilly’s at Amber Fermoy U14 Division ‘B’ League Semi Final: Ramblers 1; Ballybridge Utd 6. Round Tower Hotel Ardmore U11 League Division ‘C’ SemiFinal: Ramblers Whites 0; Cappoquin 9. FIXTURES: Thursday, 14th April Under 15 Girls v Dungarvan 7.00pm - AWAY Saturday, 16th April Under 12 v Brideview Utd 12.30pm – HOME Under 9 v Ardmore 10.30am AWAY Sunday, 17th April Juniors v No Game Tuesday, 19th April Under 12 v Ballybridge Utd 7.00pm – AWAY Under 15 v Lismore AFC 7.00pm – HOME

DATES CONFIRMED FOR SUMMER CAMPS Monday 4th to Friday, 8th July are the dates for our FAI Summer Soccer School Camp this year for boys and girls aged 6-14 yrs at Pablo Park. Bookings can be made online at www.summersoccerschools.ie WIN THE CHANCE TO PLAY AT AVIVA STADIUM! Book online before April 30th and your son/daughter could win the chance to play

Liam Fraser presents Clashmore Ramblers Youths Captain Paddy Prendergast with the Fraser Cup.

at Aviva Stadium This will be at half time when Ireland take on Holland on May 27th which will be their last game at the Aviva Stadium before setting off for France! For more great competitions and offers, check out the Facebook page - www.facebook.com/FAISummerSocce rSchools How much does it cost? The price remains at just €65 for five fun-filled days of coaching with all participants receiving an exclusive kit, football and backpack Discounts! Extra-time – Book a second camp for just €50. Use your kit and backpack from your first camp and you will receive a new football. Family discount – book an additional sibling and get €10 off. See www.summersoccerschools.ie for more details on these great offers! LOTTO RESULTS Letters Drawn: R, C, O, X. Winner: None €20 Lucky Dips to: Mary Curran, Ger Foley, Mag Burke. Next Week’s Jackpot: €650. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5.00. Available from all committee members and usual outlets. PLAYER PROFILE Name: Oisin Ryan Age: 9 School: Kinsalebeg NS Team: Under 10/11’s Position: Midfield Favourite Team: FC Barcelona Favourite Player: Messi Favourite Food/Meal: Turkey & Ham When I Finish School I would like to: Be a Munster Rugby Player Best Moment in Soccer: scoring direct from a corner v Youghal Utd. TRAINING TIMES Training continues in Ardmore NS Astro Turf. Cost per session is €3pp. Tuesdays: Academy Teams, U-6, U-7, U-8, U-9 6.00 p.m.– 7.00 p.m. U-10/U-11 Teams 7.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. Thursdays: U-12/13/14 Teams 6.00 p.m. – 7.00 p.m. U-15/U-16 Teams 7.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. Fridays: Girls Teams 7.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m.

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Kilmacthomas FC UNDER 13 Waterford Crystal ............ 0; Kilmac ................................ 2. PLAYED in bright subshine on Saturday morning, this was a game that both sides gave their all and neither team wanted to lose. The home side pressed hard from the start and our defence were tested. Our first goal came from a great ball into the box from Nathan and Colyn drove it to the back of the net. Crystal threw everything they had at us and we held firm. With ten minutes to go we sealed the win when Nathan again provided a ball for Colyn to steer home.

Aaron had to be at his best to keep out Crystal in the dying minutes. Team: Aaron, Jeff, Shane, Dan and Shane Reade, Scott, Alan, Darragh, Nathan, Colyn, Jake, Tommy, Robin, Mickey, Alex, Brian, Keith, Anthony, Cian, Conor. Our thanks to all parents who came along to give their support. UNDER 16 Kilmac ................................ 1; Ballinroad .......................... 3. A good display from the lads if not the result we would have hoped for. Full credit to all the boys who have kept going in difficult circumstances.

UNDER 15 Kilmac ................................ 2; Carrick ............................... 4. We were guilty of turning off in this game and although we got some goals back, we could not peg Carrick back. Most of the boys had played on Thursday night and it may have taken the edge off them. ACADEMY SOCCER We are hosting a blitz on Saturday next when we will host teams from Ballyduff, Portlaw, Dungarvan, Stradbally, St. Saviours and Kilmac. After a long wet Winter this is the first time we have been able to gold games for our teams. Kick-off 2 p.m.

Stradbally FC RESULTS Under 12 League: Stradbally 6; Waterford Crystal 0. Under 13 League: Seaview 0; Stradbally 2 Waterford Junior League: St. Saviours 2; Stradbally 8. JUNIOR An emphatic win over St. Saviours away, kept the Stradbally title chase on course. Whilst the opening goal for Kevin Lawlor was a tad fortuitous, there was nothing of that ilk of the other five he scored. Strong running from him and Pa Queally allowed the latter to find the net also, whilst defender Alan D'Arcy went upfield for a set piece and he completed the octet of scores. In all a fine team display, albeit against a somewhat porous home defence. Team: Christopher Casey, Philip Curran, Nicky Connors, Alan D'Arcy, T. J. Fitzgerald, Damian Sheehan, Emmett Cummins, Ger Crowley, Pa Queally, John O'Shea, Kevin Lawlor. Subs: Pa Collins, Diarmuid Crowley. YOUTHS Youths game versus Villa

fell foul of the weather conditions. SCHOOLBOYS With the bulk of the team playing for the Under 12 side in a fine win over Waterford Crystal earlier in the week, on Saturday it was the attention was turned to Under 13 and a short trip to Annestown. Nil all was the score at half-time, but two second half scores for Stradbally gave them a win over Seaview Celtic. Team: Tommy Fennell, Ultan McCusker, John McArthur, Michael O'Brien, Will Comyn, Conor Fennell, Daire Walsh, Rory Fennell, Dara McGrath, Dara Quinn, Jamie Quinn. Subs: Jack Quinlan, Cormac McGrath. LOTTO The next Lotto Draw is on next Sunday night, April 17th, in the Cove Bar, with a Jackpot Prize on offer of €4,000. Tickets available from local pubs and shops, as well as from regular promoters and club members. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. ASTROTURF AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. For time slot availabil-

ity contact Tadhg at 087 2306841. CLUB KITS There are some childrens club kits still available. Ideal birthday presents. Contact Aine at 087 7618127. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Academy & Little Dribblers continues each Saturday morning from 10.30 to 11.30. A fantastic way for children to make friends, learn about soccer in a fun way and get exercise, all at the same time. For further information contact Aine or KerryAnn. COURSES A Kick Start 1 Course takes place in Dungarvan United grounds on Saturday, April 23rd. Go to www.fai.ie for more information KEEPING IN TOUCH As well as this column in the local papers, we can be found in the Stradbally Notes in the same publications, and we're 'Stradbally AFC' on Facebook. FIXTURES Wednesday (today) April 13th Waterford Youths League: Ballyduff v Stradbally 6.30 p.m.

Jack McCarthy Memorial Billiards Cup – John McGrath (winner), Kevin McCarthy (sponsor) and Pat Fitzgerald (runner-up) at the Cappoquin Snooker and Billiards Club.

Pictured in action are the Dungarvan United FC Under 13 players and keeper Kian Cliffe making a fine save.

Dungarvan United FC FIXTURES Wed. 13-4-16: U-12C Home to Villa 6.45 pm (Glass pitch). Thurs. 14-4-16: U-12A Home to Ferrybank 6.45 pm (Main pitch). U-12C Home to Stradbally 6.15 pm (Glass pitch). Sat. 16-4-16: U-13B Home to Kilmacthomas 12.30 pm (Main pitch). U-15A Away to Villa 2.30pm 3rd Home to Mooncoin 7.00 pm (Glass pitch). Sun. 17-4-16: 4th Home to Kilmacow 11.00 am (Glass pitch). UNDER 13B Carrick 0; Dungarvan United 7 The Blues were jubilant on their return from Carrick last

Saturday with a 7-0 win under their belt. It was a great result with training and games being disrupted with the inclement weather of late. Hat-tricks for both Michael Power and Sam Uniacke and goal from Jack Mulligan chalked up 7 goals and three well deserved points for the team. Well done lads and keep up the good work! KENNEDY CUP Well done to the Waterford U-14 Kennedy Cup Squad including Dungarvan United FC player Kacper Zajac who

travelled to Belfast recently to play two friendly games against Linfield and Northern Ireland. Well done to all involved. LAST CHANCE! EUROS RAFFLE Due to the inclement weather we have had to defer the Euros Raffle draw to this Sunday, 17th April! More chances to win. First prize is two Tickets to the Ireland V Belgium game in Bordeaux!! Tickets are available from any team manager or committee member. €2.00 each

or 3 for €5.00. KICKSTART 1 We are delighted to host an FAI Kickstart 1 and well done to those especially our young youth players who have booked a place! Saturday, 23rd April. The cost for the course is €45. The course is open to anyone interested in coaching and can be booked directly at www.fai.ie/coached. Any club coach wishing to participate contact Vicky 087 055 7939.

Under 13 team Man of the Match Jack Mulligan.

Pictured is club goalkeeper Deane Guiry who gave U-11 goalkeepers Darragh Cosgrave and Tadgh Lenane an impromptu training session last Saturday.

Well done to the Waterford U-14 Kennedy Cup Squad including Dungarvan United FC player Kacper Zajac who travelled to Belfast recently to play two friendly games against Linfield and Northern Ireland. Well done to all involved.

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WEST WATERFORD/EAST CORK SCHOOLBOY LEAGUE NEWS, FIXTURES, RESULTS

Hillbilly’s at Amber Fermoy - U-14 Division ‘A’ League Semi-Final

Kilworth Celtic reach league final after penalty shoot-out Valley Rangers ................. 2; Kilworth Celtic .................. 2. (Kilworth Celtic Win 6-5 on Pens.) Game of the day was in Conna last Saturday evening with a 3.30 p.m. kick-off. Rangers had topped the league table with Kilworth scrapping into the top four with a draw against Ballymac in midweek. This was always going to be a tight affair but Valley started as favourites due to the fact they finished the league campaign in first position. The game started and Celtic were the quickest out of the blocks and pressed the Rangers defence into early mistakes. On 10 minutes that pressure paid as a rushed clearance fell kindly to midfielder Mark Carey who’s well struck shot flow into the roof of the net from 25 yards giving keeper Carroll no chance in goal for 1-0 lead. Valley were rattled and Kilworth were passing the ball around well and they doubled the lead on 25 minutes when a good move saw the excellent Leo Coffey play in Oisin McSweeney behind the defence and with Carroll advancing he slotted it past him to the bottom left for a 2-0 lead they held to the halftime break. Valley had to come out in the second half and go for it and this is exactly what happened as Kilworth lost control of midfield as Rangers captain David McDonnell was excellent in the second half. Valley slowly began to wear down the Celtic defence and Kevin Barry gave them hope with a fine finish midway through the half and Rangers were well on top at this stage and one felt the equalizer wasn’t far away. Kilworth’s passing game was now been put under real pressure and Rangers were camped in the Celtic half of the pitch. Try as they might the goal to draw level wasn’t coming with

the defence standing firm and the keeper solid but a well worked move with 5mins remaining brought a huge reward as a Hartnett’s cross was brilliantly finished to the net with a diving header by James Hayes to the delight of his team mates and supporters for 2-2. Valley pressed for the winner by time ran out and extra time brought no further goals as both teams were extra careful not to lose it and we went to the dreaded penalty shootout. Kilworth won the toss and elected to go first and Carey scored, Valley replied when McDonnell leveled, Johnson then saw his effort come back off the crossbar and Doocey put Valley ahead. Sheehan scored Kilworth next and then keeper Wheeler saved Barry’s kick to level it at 2-2. The next six kicks were successful leaving it tied at 5-5 when Coughlan scored for Kilworth it was up to Hartnett to reply for Valley but his effort went the wrong side of the post and Kilworth were in the League final were they will play Lismore on Saturday 30th April. Well done to both teams on a great sporting game. MAN OF THE MATCH Plenty of candidates with Doocey, McDonnell and Draper all good for Valley and Carey, Coakley and Coffey best for Kilworth but Leo Coffey was excellent throughout and his hold up play particularly in the first half was the reason Kilworth led at halftime. An alround very good display capped with an brilliant assist for the second goal. LINE-UPS Kilworth Celtic: J. Wheeler (C), P. Coughlan, B. Johnson, D. Jordan, R. Jordan, C. Coakley, O. McSweeney, M. Carey, L. Coffey, M. Sheehan, J. Duggan, C. Hyland, K. Heggtvert, D. Gill. Valley Rangers: R. Carroll, B. Carroll, C. O’Brien, L. Doocey, E. Ohrim, H. Draper, T. Hartnett, D. McDonnell (C), J. Hayes, W. Leamy, K. Barry, B. Tobin, J. Pratt, C. Doyle, K. Wallace.

Lismore AFC U-14 who qualified for Div. A League Final RESULTS Round Tower Hotel Ardmore - U-11 League Semi-Finals: Division A: Kilworth Celtic 4; Lismore AFC 4. (Kilworth Win 5-4 on Pens.) Clashmore Ramblers Greens 2; Ballymac FC 1 (aet). Division B: Mogeely FC 2; Valley Rangers 1. Division C: Cappoquin FC 9; Clashmore Ramblers Whites 0. Brideview Utd 2; Ardmore AFC 2. (Brideview Win 2-1 on Pens.) HILLBILLY’S AT AMBER FERMOY - U-14 LEAGUE SEMI-FINALS Division A:

Valley Rangers 2; Kilworth Celtic 2. (Kilworth Win 6-5 on Pens.) Lismore AFC 10; Castlebridge Celtic 2. Division B: Clashmore Ramblers 1; Ballybridge Utd 6. Ballymac FC 4; Inch Utd 2. FIXTURE SCHEDULE Thursday, 14th April, 2016 DBSports Tours Under 11 Cup – Quarter-Final E.T. & Penalties if needed: Kilworth Celtic v Cappoquin F.C. Pound Lane Park at 18:45. Ref: Adrian Higgins. DBSports Tours Under 14 Cup – Quarter Final E.T. & Penalties if Needed: Brideview United v Inch United, Brideview Park 18:45. Ref: Vinnie Coonan. Friday, 15 April, 2016 Round Tower Hotel Ardmore Under 11 League 2015/16 –

Semi-Final E.T & Penalties if needed: Ballybridge United v Castlebridge Celtic, at Community Sport Field 18:45. Ref: Vinnie Coonan Saturday, 16 April, 2016 Aura Leisure Centre Youghal Under 12 League 2015/16 – Semi Finals E.T & Penalties if Needed: Valley Rangers v Castlebridge Celtic at Conna Community Field 11:00. Ref: Kieran Hayes. Cappoquin F.C. v Inch United at Cappoquin Park 12:30. Ref: Vinnie Coonan. Ardmore A.F.C. v Mogeely F.C. at Dysert Park 11:00. Ref: Keith Hornibrook. Lismore A.F.C. v Kilworth Celtic at Castle Farm Grounds 11:00. Ref: Vinnie Coonan. Clashmore Ramblers F.C v Brideview United at Pablo Park 12:30. Ref: Keith Hornibrook. Avondhu Motor Factors Fermoy Under 15 League

2015/16 – Semi-Final E.T & Pens if Needed: Kilworth Celtic v Valley Rangers at Pound Lane Park 11:00. Ref: Adrian Higgins Discount Fuels Kinsalebeg Under 9 Academy: Ardmore A.F.C. v Clashmore Ramblers F.C at Dysert Park 10:30. Club Ref. Lismore A.F.C. v Ballybridge United at Castle Farm Grounds 10:30. Club Ref. Castlebridge Celtic v Mogeely F.C. at Celtic Park 10:30. Club Ref. Brideview United Blues v Kilworth Celtic at Brideview Park 10:30. Club Ref. Valley Rangers v Brideview United Yellows at Conna Community Field 10:30. Club Ref. Tuesday, 19th April, 2016 Avondhu Motor Factors Fermoy Under 15 League 2015/16 – Semi-Final E.T & Pens if Needed: Clashmore Ramblers F.C v Lismore A.F.C. at Pablo Park 18:45. TBA. DBSports Tours Under 12 Cup – Quarter-Finals E.T & Pens if Needed: Valley Rangers v Mogeely F.C. at Conna Community Field 19:00. TBA. Castlebridge Celtic v Inch United at Celtic Park 19:00. TBA Ballybridge United v Clashmore Ramblers F.C at Community Sport Field 19:00. TBA.

Lismore A.F.C. v Ardmore A.F.C. at Castle Farm Grounds 19:00. TBA. DBSports Tours Cup Quarter-Finals: DBSports Tours U-11 Cup: 1 Kilworth v Cappoquin 2 Ardmore v Lismore 3 Clashmore Ramblers Greens v Valley Rangers 4 Clashmore Ramblers Whites v Ballybridge DBSports Tours U-12 Cup: 1 Valley Rangers v Mogeely 2 Castlebridge v Inch 3 Lismore v Ardmore 4 Ballybridge v Clashmore DBSports Tours U-13 Cup: 1 Inch Hawks v Lismore 2 Cappoquin v Castlebridge 3 Clashmore v Inch Eagles 4 Kilworth v Ballybridge DBSports Tours U-14 Cup: 1 Lismore v Valley 2 Brideview v Inch 3 Ballymac v Clashmore 4 Castlebridge v Kilworth Semi-Finals Draws: 3 v 4; 1 v 2 DBSports Tours U15 Cup Semi Finals: Clashmore Ramblers v Lismore AFC Valley Rangers v Kilworth Celtic WWEC/TSSDL U-16 Championship Cup SemiFinals: Clashmore Ramblers v Cahir Park or St. Kevins. Cashel Town or Blackwater Utd v Burncourt/Vee.

LEAGUE SPONSORS

Ballymac FC U-14 who qualified for Div. B League Final.

U-11 League: ROUND TOWER HOTEL, ARDMORE U-12 League: AURA LEISURE CENTRE, YOUGHAL U-13 League: EAST CORK OIL, AGLISH BRANCH U-14 League: HILLBILLY’S RESTAURANT at AMBER FERMOY U-15 League: AVONDHU MOTOR FACTORS, FERMOY U-16 League: BLACKWATER MOTORS, FERMOY U-11 Cup: DBSports Tours U-12 Cup: DBSports Tours U-13 Cup: DBSports Tours U-14 Cup: DBSports Tours U-15 Cup: DBSports Tours U-8 Academy: Comortais Competition Management U-9 Academy: Discount Fuels Kinsalebeg U-10 Academy: Discount Fuels Kinsalebeg

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Tried and Tested Triathlon Club JASON TRAVERS- ETU CHAMPIONSHIPS From all at the club we wish Jason Travers the very best of luck where he represents Ireland this coming Saturday where he will be competing at the Eurpoean Duathlon championships in Kalcar near Dusseldorf, Germany. The trip is the culmination of months of preparation by Jason, no doubt all of his hard work will pay off. KTC V-GRAPH DUATHLON On Sunday, 10th April last three club members travelled to Kilkenny to take part in the

KTC V Graph Duathlon. John and Eileen O’Rourke and Lisa Mulhall made the journey to take part. It was all systems go until the last minute when the cycle was called off due to dangerous winds, instead a run took place with the option of 5km of 10km. Well done to John, Eileen and Lisa for travelling in such terrible conditions CLUB DUATHLON SERIES The club held its first Duathlon on Saturday, 9th April. Thankfully, the weather was on our side and there was a great turnout. First home was John Joe Hayes

Simon Moloney T+T presenting Jason Travers with sponsorship for his trip to ETU Championships.

followed in second place by Johnny O'Connor and third place by Colin Lyons. Thanks to Ray and Miriam Harty for timing and to club members not participating for marshalling. Keep an eye on Facebook for more Duathlons over the coming weeks. TRI LAOISE TRIATHLON Five club members travelled to Portlaoise last weekend to take part in their first Triathlon of the season Tri Laois. Racing were Terri Ranahan, Nicola Cunniffe, Jacinta Sheil, Jackie Tobin and Valerie Power. An enjoyable day was had by the ladies and conditions were ideal. First club member across the finish line was Nicola Cunniffe followed by Terri Ranahan. Great preparation for the upcoming season. DUNGARVAN KIDATHLON 2016 Dungarvan Kidathlon will be held on Sat. 28th May at Clonea Beach. Entries are filling up quickly with over 150 entered so far. Race age groups and distances are available at www.dungarvantri.com Enter through www.triathlonireland.com

Terri Ranahan, Nicola Cunniffe, Jacinta Sheil, Jackie Tobin and Valerie Power who raced TRi Laoise at the weekend.

ALL KIDATHLON ENQUIRIES PLEASE EMAIL dungarvankidathlon@gmail.com DUNGARVAN TRIATHLON 2016 Entry for the Dungarvan Triathlon which will be held at Clonea on Saturday, June 25th this year, opened three weeks ago and is filling very quickly with half the entries filled. Due to demand the club has increased the number of relay team entries. Already there are clubs from Dublin, Cork, Tipperary, Laois and not forgetting our near neighbours in Waterford Triathlon Club entered into the race. Entry for the Dungarvan Triathlon 2015 is on-line only through www.triathlonireland.com CLUB TRAINING Club training sessions are posted on the Tried & Tested Triathlon Club Facebook page on a weekly basis. Swimming continues to take place in Clonea Strand Leisure Centre. A mid week meet and run group has started on Wednesday evenings at 6.45 p.m. from the bus stop at St. Augustine’s College, the group has been making great use of the new Deise Greenway over the past few weeks. The Sunday cycle groups also meet at St. Augustine’s College on Sundays at 8.30 a.m. There are two groups catering for all levels. If you are interested in Triathlon or want to find out more about the club check out our Facebook page www.facebook.com/TriedTest edDungarvan or our website www.dungarvantri.com All details about group training or coaching are posted on both.

Blackwater Athletic Club

Rory Nugent won our first medal as a club! A SMALL group of us travelled to Ferrybank AC Open Sports in Waterford where the weather was atrocious, wet, cold and blowing a gale but it didn't dampening the spirits Great effort by everyone who competed against teams that travelled from Limerick, Nenagh, Carlow, Cork, Wexford, Waterford all vying for medals SPRINTS Rory Nugent started the day off brilliantly by making the final of the U-8 Boys 60m Aliya Geoghegan narrowly

missed out on making her final in the Girls 60m. Ryan Oakham and Adam Kelly both toed the line in the U-9 Boys again both running excellently with Ryan doing great by making the final. Conor Kelly stepped up next in the U-10 Boys 80M and as always ran with great gusto n was unfortunate not to make his final. U-11 Girls seen Lana Oakham and Nan Farrow produce excellent runs again both narrowly missing out on there 80m final. Maeve Kelly

ran a cracker to just be pipped for a final spot in the U-12 Girls 80m. D. J. Nugent and Micheal McCarthy both had great runs in the Boys U12 80m again just missing out on there final. THROWS Lana and Nan finished 4th and 5th in the U-11 turbo javelin! Massive well done. Micheal and D. J. then took their strength out on the U-12 Boys Shot Putt with both finishing near the medals, Micheal 4th and D. J. 6th.

Rory Nugent, Blackwater AC.

Eimear Meaney, Eve Farrow and Molly Cullen, Blackwater Athletic Club.

JUMPS Up first in U-8 Boys LJ was Rory Nugent and after three Jumps Rory produced a jump that ensured Blackwater Athletic Club would have its first medallist! Absolutely delighted. Aliya Geoghegan then jumped in the U-8 Girls LJ, where she performed fantastic. U-10 Girls we had three representing the club in Molly Cullen, Eimear Meaney and Eve Farrow with all three going very close to a medal ** A very special day in the fact that we've achieved our first piece of silverware for one of our athletes, from little acorns grow mighty oaks. And to those who braved the elements and travelled down to give us a hand, it's always so much appreciated. Thank you Marie Nugent, Ann-Marie Lineen, Deirdre Meaney, Joanne Kelly, Joan McCarthy and Brian Cullen.

Group of Dungarvan Hill Walking Club members on a recent walk to Carey’s Castle.

SOME REASONS TO HILL WALK 1. You'll see amazing views-sparkling rivers, waterfalls, mountains and the sea. 2.You'll get to drink tea!! Other sports require isotonic drinks and Carb-loading- in the hills, a flask of hot tea and something to eat( and a bottle of water) will do just fine. 3.Great for your leg muscles. While you are taking in the views and chatting with your friends, your legs will be toning up. 4. You can go out in almost all weathers. But be sensible and if the weather forecast gives warnings, then "think again".Having the correct clothing is very important- a good pair of boots, rainproof jacket / trousers, gloves and hat. 5. It's companionable. Unlike team sports that pit you against your peers or solitary running and swimming, Hill walking can be highly sociable. 6. It's not costly. Aside from the initial cost of boots, a jacket and the joining fee, it is free. 7. You will breathe fresh air. Studies show that that walking in the fresh air encourages problem solving, reduces stress, lowers your chances of stroke and heart attack and tackles depression. SO GET YOUR BOOTS ON. UPCOMING EVENTS – APRIL 22ND-24th WEEKEND TO WICKLOW The Club members are going to Wicklow for the annual April weekend break. A large number are planning to come and some great walks are planned. FOOD FESTIVAL APRIL 15th-17th. SATURDAY, 16th APRIL. 11 am 3 pm. Age 14+ years. COST €7.50 per person. A member of the Dungarvan Hill Walking Club will lead a walk in the Comeraghs. Meeting time is 11am at the Park Hotel. Own transport required to travel to the start from where you can enjoy being guided along a scenic 7km route (approx) overlooking neighbouring counties lasting approx 4 hours. Boots and wet weather clothing essential, packed snack and water advised. Each person under 18 must be accompanied by parent/ guardian. CUNNIGAR CROSSING This annual event supporting the Dungarvan Lions Club will take place on Sunday, 5th June. Following the walk, we will repair to Tig an Cheoil Pub for refreshments. This walk can get very muddy and mucky, so wear your oldest shoes and bring a fresh pair for afterwards. COMERAGH CROSSING This annual event will take place on Saturday, 2nd July.

AUSTRIAN HOLIDAY. SEPTEMBER 4th11th. Members Only The annual trip abroad is to Austria. NAVIGATION COURSE. Members Only A beginners guide to Navigation takes place at 8 pm on Tuesday, 26th April and May 4th. Two half days in the hills will be decided by the group. A booking deposit secures a place. Please contact a committee member for further information. WALK SCHEDULE FOR APRIL/MAY SATURDAY, 16th April. FOOD FESTIVAL WALK. Meet at Park Hotel at 11am. SUNDAY, 17th APRIL. B WALK. COMERAGHS (KNOCKANAFFRIN) Meet at 10am at TSB CAR PARK. C WALK, "SURPRISE LOCATION", Meet at TSB CAR PARK at 1300.hrs ON SUNDAY, 24th APRIL- No Dungarvan Planned Walks due to Club weekend to Wicklow. Walk Schedule for Wicklow Weekend. SATURDAY, 23rd B+ Walk Departing at 10 am. Lugnaquilla Mountain (925m) via Glenmalur, Fraughan Rock Glen and Art's Lough. 15kms Height 770m. B- Walk Departing at 10 am. Brockagh Mountain via Laragh and the Vale of Glendasan. 10kms Height 400m. C Walk, Departing at 10 am. Glendalough. Around the Lakes. Sunday, 24th, One walk for all levels. The Spink. 9kms 4 hours approx. Sunday, 1st May. B WALK, COMERAGHS. Meet at TSB CAR PARK at 10am. C WALK, LICKEY VALLEY, GRANGE (Bluebell Walk). Meet at TSB CAR PARK at 1300hrs THURSDAY WALKS. There are two walks on Thursdays. meet at 12.30 and 13.30 outside the Park Hotel Dungarvan. DARKNESS INTO LIGHT WALK This walk to raise funds for Pieta House will take place on the 7th May. THE IMPORTANCE OF STRETCHING At our last club meeting, we were reminded by our Chairman of the importance of doing "Warming Up" and "Cooling Down" exercise pre and post walk walking or any exercise. We were all made aware of the importance of "Stretching" to keep us supple and fit. TIP OF THE MONTH Don't forget to bring a bag to put your muddy boots and clothes in after the walk. It's not fair to fling them into the back of the drivers car.

Brid Fogarty, Eilís Norris, Holly Sheehan and Fiona Fogarty took part in the Waterford Camogie [Noel Browne] Board Easter Camp in the Abbeyside GAA Ground last week.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

South Coast Triathlon Club AN POST RAS-DUNGARVAN STAGE TO FINISH AT FRAHER FIELD With just under 6 weeks to go to the start of this year's An Post Ras, plans are well underway in preparation for the stage finish of the race into Dungarvan on Friday, May 27th. For the first time the stage finish will not be in the centre of the town due to the work on the square. This years finish takes place at Shandon outside Fraher Field just a 10 minute walk from the town centre. It is hoped that the people of Dungarvan will still come out in force to see the finish on the Friday and the roll out on Saturday. Coming in from the Cappoquin side the race will travel over the Military road to Ballyneety cross where after the short hill to the cross it will swing right and drop down to the bridge over the Colligan at full speed before the final run in along by the Colligan to the finish on the wide road outside the Fraher Field after 159 kilometres of racing. It promises to be a picturesque finish along by the river with the Comeragh mountains overlooking the finish as a backdrop. On Saturday morning the race will roll out over the Causeway and out the Clonea road before the racing starts at Ballinroad on the 155 kilometres to Baltinglass. Between now and the race in May we will be looking at all the stages, the teams and profiling the riders taking part on the local Dungarvan CC team. We would also encourage all club members to spread the word about the new finish at Fraher field so that we have a good crowd to welcome the race into town. RECENT SPINS The summer calendar of events kicked off on Tuesday night last with the return of 'The Tuesday Trotters'. A group of 12 had a very peppy spin to Cappoquin, on towards Villierstown, Aglish and a race against the fading light home. A return to cycling after the winter for some and new beginnings for others. A great mix and a terrific start to the season. 12 in group with an average speed of 29kph. The weekend was a tale of two halves, a beautiful Saturday and a washout on Sunday. A strong DCC group assembled in cold conditions on Saturday morning and headed into the west and even into north Cork. On a mostly flat route to Ballyduff, they swung right on back roads to the picturesque village Clondulane and on to the outskirts of Fermoy. Two punctures broke the rhythm of the cyclists, but they soon recovered and with the wind at their back the return pace to Kilrush was lively. Distance 94km. Of note on a bright sunny morning was the large number of solo cyclists everywhere. Also on display were bare knees for the first time this year. The Saturday morning coffee spin had a nice little group set out to Lismore. A good lively spin up the road even though it was cold for a while. A new venue for coffee was sussed out at Lizzie Briens and the coffee and scones are highly recommended. The group returned home via the main road. A very enjoyable spin. On Sunday all spins were cancelled due to the weather conditions. RACING NEWS On Saturday last Broadford was the location for racing. Recent snow made conditions difficult but that didn't deter Dungarvans two participants. Damian Travers took part in the M40 race and finished 7th and Niamh O’Donovan took part in the ladies race and also finished 7th. Well done guys! A big Dungarvan contingent was set to travel to Fermoy for Sundays racing but the races were called off due to the weather and flooding on the course. PREDICT YOUR TIME TT The first predict your time TT takes place on Wednesday evening at 7pm. Sign on at 6:40pm at the Welcome Inn for the TT over the Welcome Inn to Cappoquin course. Optional coffee in Villerstown afterwards with a group spin home via Kereen. So it’s time to blow off the winter cobwebs and get stuck into a summer of club racing events. CYCLING NEWS Alberto Contador showed he is on the right track heading to this summer’s Tour de France by winning the Tour of the Basque country on Friday last. It was good to see Irelands Philip Deignan putting in a good weeks riding for his Sky team after a late start to his season following injury. Sunday saw the classics season continuing with Paris Roubaix run over 250 kilometres with over 50 of those on cobblestones it is one of the toughest one day races out there. Live coverage of all the race made for ideal viewing on such a miserable day and a very exciting race also made for great viewing. With cross winds and crashes whittling down the bunch and eliminating many of the favourites it was down to 5 leaders in the final 10kms. At the finish it was Matthew Haymen wow got the win in the Roubaix velodrome after an epic race. GET TO KNOW YOUR CLUBMATES Continuing on with our get to know your clubmates section it's the turn of Carol Byrne. Name: Carol Byrne Years cycling: 1 Sunday group: Group 3. Bike: Trek Silque Favourite route: Coast road Favorite event: Comeragh tour. CONTACT US Our Facebook page has plenty of updates and photos so feel free to have a look. We are also on Twitter and have a club webpage www.dungarvancc.com. If you want anything included in the notes please e-mail it to me at kenealyp@yahoo.ie.

THE next event on the calendar for our was the Clonakilty Duathlon and five of our members travelled down to the West Cork town to compete in this event. The weather the previous day was very wet and windy so we weren’t even sure that the event would take place. Travelling down from Youghal on the morning the weather was very poor and it really felt like it would be a wasted spin. Wipers were on full until we left Cork city and the weather started to brighten and you could even see a bit of blue in the sky. When we arrived at the Quality Hotel in Clonakilty, it was already a hub of activity with plenty of athletes already warming up. The lads completed their registration and started their pre-race routines which included bringing their bikes up to the racking area; all the bikes pasted the prerace checks with flying colours. Spirits were high as the lads completed their

Don Ryan, Conor Coleman, John Malone and Thomas Barry. warm ups. The race briefing was given and by now everyone was raring to get started.

Camillia O’Connor finishing in the top five.

John Malone put in a strong finish to take third place.

The gun was fired and off they went with our lads staying up with the early leaders as they ran down the hill leaving the hotel. It was a great start for the South Coast with our members filling the top three places after the first lap of the running circuit. With first run completed South Coast filled three of the top four places. With everyone talking about the great start for the South Coast off they went on a very difficult 20km cycle and we waited patiently for the cyclists to return. The lads put in a great cycle and South Coast still had three members in the top 10 after the cycle. John Malone was in fourth place after the cycle and as he started the run he had a lot of ground to make up on the Luke McCarthy from Cork Tri Club who was currently in third place. After the first lap of the run John was still in fourth place but was steadily making progress on catching Luke. Up to the finish line and waited anxiously to see if John could catch him on the final lap and sure enough John put in a very strong finish to take third place for South Coast. John was followed shortly by Conor Coleman and Don Ryan giving South Coast three places in the top six, a fantastic achievement. Up next was Thomas Barry who also put in a very strong finish despite feeling tightness in one of legs. It was back to anxiously waiting for our sole female athlete, Camilla O’Connor to come round the final corner and up the hill to the finish. Camilla put in an excellent race and finished in fifth place with a great time of 1 hr 25 mins. A fantastic days racing for the South Coast Club, it really was marvellous sight to see the South Coast Colours at the top of the field. Congrats to all. Our juniors were also in action this past weekend with an early start saw a number of our Junior members head off to Portlaoise for a 8:30 am start and got on the road from 5:30 onwards. The Aquathlon consisted

of a pool swim followed by a run in 4 different categories, with Miah McGrath competing in the 8-9 category, Ruby McGrath in the 10-11's, Faye McGrath and Kate Lochaden in the 12-13's and Ben Terry in the 14-15 age category. All the South Coast Juniors put in a great performances with Ruby McGrath coming home 1st Girl in her category. Well done to all South Coast Juniors who competed - the next generation of Triathletes!!!

In other news, the last set of swim sessions is now taking place with Adult sessions on Wednesdays and Thursdays and Junior sessions taking place on Friday, if you’re interested in taking part please check the South Coast Website for more information (www.southcoast.club). With the season really kicking off in the next few weeks, the club is putting in an order for club gear so if you’re already a member and need new club gear please get in touch.

Our Juniors proudly showing off their medals.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

GENERAL SPORT

Craig Breen wins 85th Circuit of Ireland - Waterford’s Craig Breen has won the prestigious 85th Circuit of Ireland International Rally trophy after a dramatic final day of competitive rallying in changeable weather conditions. Craig Breen is pictured with co-driver Scott Martin. 2nd place was Kajetan Kajetanowicz and his Co-Driver Jaroslaw Baran, picking up 3rd place on the podium was Alastair Fisher and Co-Driver Gordon Noble. The 2016 Circuit of Ireland took place over 14 challenging stages in counties Antrim and Down finishing on Saturday evening with a Podium Ceremony in front of Queen’s University Belfast. For results visithttp://www.circuitofireland.net Follow onwww.facebook.com/circuitofireland orwww.twitter.com/CircuitIreland. For ERC details visit http://www.fiaerc.com/press. [© Matt Mackey]

Waterford/Tipperary Branch SJI THE Waterford/Tipperary Branch of SJI launched their new and exciting Pony Summer/Autumn Series last Monday in the Clonmel Park Hotel. Pony Showjumping in the SJI Waterford/Tipperary Branch is to receive a new and exciting boost with the promotion of new and interesting series of competitions for the forthcoming summer/autumn season. Fantastic sponsorship has been secured from NutriScience, Coolmore Stud, The Equine Warehouse, Clonmel, Denn’s Horse Feed and professional athlete Paddy O’Donnell. In addition there are sponsored Perpetual Silver Trophies for the points leaders in all classes. The series will commence with the first outdoor show of the year at Ballylawn Show home of Francis Connors on the 2nd May and culminate with fantastic finals at three venues in October, Ballinamona Equestrian Centre, Waterford; Tipperary Equestrian Centre, Thurles and The Ballyrafter Centre, Lismore. This is a first for the Branch and will bring a new dimension to pony jumping for the entire area. The first series on the programme is The Equine Warehouse ‘Carling King Series’. This

comprises 128cms 70cms, 138cms 80cms and 148cms 90cms ponies. The Coolmore Stakes will include the 128cms 80cms, 138cms 90cms and 148cms 1-00m ponies with the NutriScience Summer Tour for 128cms 90cms, 138cms 1-00m and 148cms 1-10m ponies. There will be a whole new dimension to the pony jumping whereby points won during the season will allow athlete/pony combinations to qualify for the Grand Finals. In addition there is a huge array of wonderful prizes for leaders of the series. Paddy O’Donnell will sponsor the top scoring 4, 5 and 6 year old ponies who may compete in any category they wish. Denn Horse & Pony Feeds will sponsor the overall highest scoring registered connemara pony and of course great prizes and the Perpetual Silver Trophies for each series leader. All the leaders will be able to follow their progress on the Waterford/Tipperary Branch facebook page throughout the season which starts in May and culminates in October. Lots of fantastic sport to look forward to for the season ahead.

Louise Moloney presenting the 'Sprinter's Magic' Perpetual Trophy to Joe Murphy which will be presented to the 128cms 90cms NutriScience Summer Tour Leader.

Kieran Power riding Charlie and Orla Queally riding Apache when winning the Open Pony Pairs at West Waterford Hunter Trials at Boulta on Sunday, March 20th. They also won the same competition on the following Sunday, March 27th at Kill Harriers Hunter Trials. Kieran, riding Charlie, also won the individual pony competition on both occasions. Left to right Kieran Power, Ballinamuck and Orla Queally, Coolagh, Dungarvan winning the Hunter Trials at Kill. [Tommy Donohoe]

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club QUIZ NIGHT Get your tables ready for our annual quiz night which will be held in Minnies Bar, Abbeyside, on 22nd April at 8.30 p.m. Tables of 4 at €5 per person. EVERYONE WELCOME TO COME AND HAVE A FUN NIGHT. FUNDRAISER FOR THE CLUB We are looking for unwanted clothes, bags, shoes, bed linen, towels, curtains, belts and soft toys, also laptops and phones with leads are accepted so anyone with anything to give us can tell a committee member or bring it to our club house. This was a great fundraiser for our club last year so start sorting out your cupboards its very much appreciated in helping us to maintain our club and course in the tip top condition that it is well known for. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Inter-Club Competition: Closing date 27th April. Ladies and Gents Munster Matchplay: Qualifiers 18th-29th April, Finals at Lakeside 14th-15th May. Chairperson's (Corinne McGee) Day: 29th May tee off between 10.30 am12.30 pm. Ladies (Marie Forde) and Gents (Liam Simms) Captains Day: 5th June tee off between 10.30 am-12.30 pm. Scratch Cup: 1st, 2nd, 3rd July. This year we are holding a Scotch Foursomes on the Friday, a 3 ball scramble on the Saturday and our Scratch Cup will be on the Sunday. President's (Michael Ahearne) Day: 14th August tee off between 10.30 am12.30 pm Pubs Open League: Pubs Open League will be starting 16th August so get your teams ready more details to follow. COMMITTEE MEETING The next committee meeting is Thursday, 5th May at 7.30pm DID YOU KNOW The new Online Handicap System went Live on Monday, 11th April. If flags are not out the course is not in play

SATURDAY TOURNAMENTS Our competitions are now underway. Names to be in for 1pm, tee off 1.30pm sharp Nett Mary Daly, Paddy Noonan, Declan Byrne. Gross Marie Forde, Stephen Donovan, Michael Delaney The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card (this is to get used to marking cards). WEDNESDAY LADIES TOURNAMENTS Wednesday games will be held in our club. Names to be in for 10am tee off 10.30am sharp. Nett: Mary O'Neill, Marie Forde. Gross: Cait Mulcahy, Breda Foley. TUESDAY GENTS SINGLES TOURNAMENTS We are now holding Gents Singles on Tuesdays names in at 5 pm, tee off 5.30 pm, 36 holes. All gents are welcome to play in this new competition 1st Nett: Stephen Donovan. 2nd Nett: Liam Simms. 1st Gross: John Carroll. 2nd Gross: Michael Delaney. Last week’s results: Cancelled due to hail stones. HOLE IN ONE COMPETITION 2016 The hole in one competition is now underway as we have begun our competitions. Gents: Liam Simms has now got 2 hole in ones (in one game), Patsy Hackett and John Carroll has 1 for the Gents section. Ladies: Mary O'Neill has 1 hole in ones for the Ladies section. MEN'S FOURSOMES COMPETITION The finals of this Stableford competiton will be played soon. Owen Simms and Aiden O'Rourke v Paddy Noonan and Liam Hansbury. Play-off for 3rd is between Michael Ahearne and Liam Simms v Paul Healy and Michael Delaney LADIES MATCHPLAY The following ladies to reach the semi-finals are Corinne McGee v Kathleen Foran; Mary Walsh v Breda

O'Donnell. This game will be played soon. BONUS NUMBER The winner of the bonus number 13 was Margaret Enright. PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition, so all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. Do not use club heads to repair a pitch mark as this damages the green. Always use a pitch repairer. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. NEW MEMBERSHIP FEES WE NOW HAVE A NEW GATE FOB AND CAMERA SYSTEM, ALL PAID UP MEMBERS ARE NOW ON THIS SYSTEM. WHEN THE CLUBHOUSE IS NOT MANNED, MEMBERS WHO BRING IN NON-MEMBERS FOR A GAME ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COLLECTING GREEN FEES FROM THEM AND GIVING THEM TO A COMMITTEE MEMBER. WHEN USING YOUR FOB PLEASE REMEMBER TO CLOSE THE GATE WHEN ENTERING AND LEAVING THE COURSE. IF THESE RULES ARE NOT ADHERED TO, ACTION WILL HAVE TO BE TAKEN. Adults €85 Family €155 Over 60's €55 Juveniles €50 Life Members €35 Country Membership €50 PITCH AND PUTT IS FUN! Remember pitch and putt is only a game so go out and enjoy it. T.shirts, caps and gloves for sale in clubhouse.

TALKING HORSES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 15 April, 2016

Talking Horses Niven and Oiche Mhaith Boy taste glory again at Gowran

Upcoming Fixtures Limerick – Thursday, 14th April (First Race 2.15) Ballinrobe – Friday, 15th April (First Race 4.55) Dundalk – Friday, 15th April (First Race 5.35) Cork – Saturday, 16th April (First Race 1.55) Navan – Sunday, 17th April (First Race 2.00)

Jet Setting hands Keatley biggest win of his career THE biggest moment of Adrian Keatley's career arrived at Leopardstown on Sunday as the young Curragh-based trainer sent out Jet Setting to win the Group 3 1,000 Guineas Trial Stakes. With race-fitness on her side following a smooth success in a Cork maiden, the former Richard Hannon-trained filly was sent straight to the front by Shane Foley and she never saw another rival en route to a threelength victory over Now Or Never. The Irish 1,000 Guineas could not be on Jet Setting's agenda if the ground is soft, while the German Guineas is also on Keatley's radar. The Group 3 P.W. McGrath Memorial Ballysax Stakes went the way of Harzand who supplement his wide-margin win in a Cork maiden with a performance of even more substance. Pat Smullen had to make his challenge widest of all but he had enough juice in the tank to collar Idaho inside the final furlong and bookmakers reacted by cutting Harzand into 16-1 for the Investec Derby at Epsom. There was a thrilling climax to the Listed 2,000 Guineas Trial Stakes as Black Sea swept from last to first under Ryan Moore, getting up close home to deny both Stenographer and True Solitaire, who dead-heated for second, by a head. Dermot Weld and Smullen went on to register a double courtesy of Alveena who justified even-money favouritism in the 1m4f handicap. Tribal Path once again proved what a dangerous trailblazer he is by making every yard of the running in the 7f handicap, while the last of seven races went the way of Laganore from the Tony Martin stable who was ridden to victory by Fran Berry.

Young students flock to Tramore HORSE Racing Ireland held a ‘Go Racing Kids’ Club’ Day at Tramore last Tuesday. The objective of the ‘Go Racing Kids’ Club’ initiative is to build ties between the racecourses and their local community, encouraging an affinity with racing which will hopefully produce future racegoers. The activities educate school children about racing and show them what happens behind-the-scenes at the racecourse. A total of 231 fifth and sixth class pupils from five local schools took part in demonstrations from R.A.C.E. (Racing Academy & Centre of Education) and heard talks from jockey Danny Mullins and trainer Noel Henley, about their day-to-day routines and life in racing. The pupils also met racecourse manager Sue Phelan who explained how the team at Tramore Racecourse prepares for a race day. The children were entertained by ‘Front Runner – Racing Club for Kids’ with racing games, puzzles and quizzes. Jane Davis, from Horse Racing Ireland showed the pupils racing silks, horse shoes, racing tack, and feed.

RULE THE WORLD ridden by David Mullins winner of the Crabbies Grand National at Aintree.

[Grossick Racing Photography]

Rule The World wins Crabbies Grand National JUST 12 days after sending out Rogue Angel to win the BoyleSports Irish Grand National, Mouse Morris completed a remarkable double when Rule The World pounced late to land the Crabbie’s Grand National under 19year-old David Mullins. In a race in which 8-1 joint-favourites The Last Samuri and Many Clouds traded blows for much of the second circuit, Rule The World was ridden qui-

etly behind the leaders and swept by at the Elbow, eventually drawing six lengths clear in conditions that tested stamina severely. The Last Samuri kept on to take second, ahead of Dermot McLoughlin’s 100-1 shot Vics Canvas who made a terrible error at Becher's Brook on the first circuit, with Robbie Dunne doing wonders to keep the partnership intact.

Gilgamboa was fourth at 28-1. Goonyella, the horse that came in for late money as the rain fell on Aintree, was fifth at 12-1 and completed a 1-3-4-5 for Irish-trained horses. The win was a poignant one for Morris as his son Christopher died last summer while travelling in South America.

Mullins edges closer to British trainer's title with six winners at Aintree

Festive Day causes a 50-1 shock at Fairyhouse

WILLIE Mullins is in pole position to be crowned champion jumps trainer in Britain for the first time after landing six winners at the Crabbie's Grand National Festival as title rival Paul Nicholls drew a blank at the three-day festival. The importance of the Grand National meeting on the title race had a great deal to do with the £1 million prize-money up for grabs in the Crabbie's Grand National. However, neither trainer was able to make an impact with only Unioniste picking up £1,000 for Nicholls with his tenth-placed finish. Instead the damage was done by Mullin’s Grade 1 stars Annie Power, Douvan, Yorkhill and Apple's Jade as he wore down the near £200,000 lead held by Nicholls going into the meeting and powered away to hold a £182,786 advantage by the end of Saturday. Douvan and Yorkhill collected Grade 1s for Mullins on Saturday and Ivan Grozny, ridden by his nephew David Mullins, who landed the Grand National on Rule The World, also picked up £30,950 when winning the concluding handicap hurdle. Even the shock fall from 1-5 shot Vautour on Friday was not enough to derail the Mullins juggernaut, and he has vowed to continue targeting races in Britain before the season ends at Sandown on April 23rd.

IF the betting were to be believed, the 2m5f beginners’ chase at Fairyhouse on Tuesday was a straight shoot-out between Fine Article (evens) and Dallas Cowboy (11-8) with the layers going 8-1 bar the pair. However, the pre-race script was torn up by 50-1 outsider Festive Day. The Norman Lee-trained eight-yearold had been beaten a total of 165 lengths on his last three outings, finishing last of all in two of them, but he was a rejuvenated character under Andrew Lynch and bounded clear of fellow 501 outsider Boite A Musique to score by a massive 31 lengths. The best Dallas Cowboy could do was take third, while Fine Article only got as far as the second fence. On the day that leading owner Barry Connell

ended his association with Adrian Heskin, the Kilworth jockey showed other owners and trainers what he could do by guiding Change The Rules to victory in the 2m5f handicap chase for Aengus King. Dermot McLoughlin's up-and-coming stable is located only a couple of miles away from Fairyhouse and he was among the winners at his local track thanks to Uptake who made all the running in the 2m4f handicap hurdle under Conor Maxwell. Ger Fox enjoyed the finest moment of his career on Easter Monday when he landed the BoyleSports Irish Grand National on Rogue Angel and he made all the running on 12-1 chance Killaro Boy, trained by Adrian Murray, in the 2m4f novice handicap hurdle.

The opening 2m maiden hurdle was left to Be The Hero, trained by Gordon Elliott and ridden by Bryan Cooper, after odds-on favourite Seven Nation Army took a crashing fall at the last when the pair were upsides. Paddy Kennedy has been living in the shadow of his younger brother Jack this season but he made some headlines of his own when steering Candlestick to success in the 2m2f maiden hurdle for Jessica Harrington. There was drama in the concluding 2m1f mares beginners chase as Dancing Meadows crashed out at the second-last when still in contention and then favourite Missypet unshipped Andrew Lynch at the last, leaving Kara Loca and Jonathan Burke to pick up the pieces at 9-2.

THERE may have been little time to rest but both Niven and Oiche Mhaith Boy proved that a 48-hour turnaround was no barrier to success as both followed up victories at Limerick on Thursday by winning again at Gowran Park on Saturday afternoon. Niven left it late at Limerick but Shane Foley got the improving threeyear-old to the front over a furlong from home on this occasion and the 2-1 shot held on grimly by half-a-length from Burma Star. Killian Leonard took over from Kieran Fallon on Oiche Mhaith Boy in the 1m4f apprentice handicap and Kieran Purcell's in-form mudlark, who was sent off 7-4 favourite, once again relished the underfoot conditions, stretching three lengths clear of Prussian Eagle at the line. We could have seen a future star in the opening 7f juvenile maiden as the Dermot Weldtrained newcomer Discipline barely came out of secondgear in destroying his four rivals by seven and a half lengths under a motionless Pat Smullen. Weld and Smullen completed a quick double half an hour later with The Moore Factor who proved much too good in the 7f maiden and the hat-trick was completed by Topaz Clear in the 1m4f maiden later on the card. Radanpour was sent off a red-hot 4-7 favourite to provide Weld and Smullen with a four-timer in the concluding 1m6f contest but they proved no match for Toe The Line from the John Kiely stable who was nine lengths too good under Colin Keane. Willie McCreery's Elm Grove ploughed merrily through the mud in the 1m1f handicap under Billy Lee, winning by a massive 14 lengths.

Peace Envoy could be bound for Royal Ascot SEAMIE Heffernan had no hesitation in suggesting that Peace Encoy may well be a Royal Ascot type after the Power colt made an impressive winning debut in the opening 5f maiden at Dundalk on Friday night. The market told you all you needed to know as Peace Envoy was supported into 8-11 favourite and he lived up to the hype with a comfortable victory over fellow newcomer King Electric who was trying to give Ger Lyons a third straight win in the race.